A Family Affair: The Vibram Open's Unforgettable Experience

The Vibram Open at Maple Hill is more than just a disc golf tournament – it's an unforgettable experience that has become an annual highlight for touring pros. For Tournament Director Steve Dodge and his family, the event is about creating a sense of community and camaraderie among competitors, spectators, and staff. The Dodge family farm, which has been in their hands for nearly 200 years, provides the perfect setting for this special event.

The tournament's home base is Maple Hill Gold course, one of the best disc golf courses in the world, but it's not just about the competition. The Dodge family goes out of their way to ensure that everyone who attends has a great time, with a range of activities and entertainment options available throughout the week. From pie-eating contests to table tennis competitions, there's always something to do when you're not on the course.

One of the newest additions to the Vibram Open is Dodge City, an Old West-themed strip of mini-games that are perfect for players of all levels. These include Dischinko (Plinko boards), Disc-Tac-Toe (tic-tac-toe putting with nine baskets and two different colored putters), and Knockdown (putters thrown at triangular stacks of plastic pints).

The Vibram Open is also a key event in the disc golf calendar, serving as both the opening tournament of the Disc Golf Pro Tour (DGPT) and the sixth National Tour event. The DGPT is a brainchild of Dodge's, with six events taking place across the country throughout the year.

For fans who can't attend the tournament in person, there are plenty of ways to follow along. Live scores and stats will be available through the UDisc app, while hole-by-hole scores for the lead card can be found on pdgalive.com. The event will also have live coverage via SmashBoxxTV, with updates, pictures, and videos shared on Twitter.

The Champions Card features some of the world's top-ranked players, including Paul McBeth and Ricky Wysocki, as well as previous Vibram Open champions Jeremy Koling and Anthony Cavalieri. With its unique blend of competition, entertainment, and community spirit, the Vibram Open at Maple Hill is an event not to be missed.

The tournament begins on Thursday, June 23rd at 7:30am EDT, with live coverage of the Champions Card starting at approximately 2:30pm EDT. Whether you're a die-hard disc golf fan or just looking for a fun and family-friendly event, the Vibram Open is an experience that's sure to leave you feeling like part of the Dodge family.

This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/maple-hill-embodiment-family