Ain't No Tourney Like a WGE Tourney | Professional Disc Golf Association

The 2014 PDGA Women's Global Event (WGE) was a remarkable display of unity and skill among over 1,100 female disc golfers from around the world. This global phenomenon has been building momentum since its inception, with each passing year witnessing an increase in participation and enthusiasm.

At the heart of this excitement lies the story of Valerie Jenkins, who emerged as the overall winner in the Open division at the Daisy Chains Women's Tournament in Watsonville, California. Val's impressive performance earned her a top spot with a final average rating of 993.5, narrowly edging out Catrina Allen by half a point.

But what makes this achievement all the more remarkable is the way it highlights the unique structure of the WGE. Unlike traditional tournaments where the winner takes all, the WGE averages the ratings of the first two rounds played across participating events worldwide. This approach ensures that all participants are treated equally, regardless of their location or the size and complexity of their event.

The sheer scale of this year's WGE was a testament to its growing popularity. The Chick Flick & Women of DGOD Women's Global Event at Horning's Hideout in Northplains, Oregon, attracted an impressive 101 registered competitors, shattering last year's record with the addition of a second course.

But it wasn't just the numbers that made this event special – it was also the sense of camaraderie and shared passion among participants. As Valerie Jenkins noted, "It's just so much fun to be out on the course, looking around and seeing nothing but women playing disc golf. Everyone was having a blast, and it made us all play better."

This sentiment is echoed by Lacey Brugler, second-place finisher in the WGE Juniors division (13 and under), who achieved an impressive win at the Scarlett Open 2014 in Delaware, Ohio, with her WGE round rating a staggering 152.5 above her overall rating.

In addition to individual achievements, several women have made history by winning back-to-back titles. Congratulations to Sai Ananda (#58303) in the Juniors <= 19 division, Sylvia Voakes (#3360) in Legends, Leslie Charles (#34425) in Adv. Legends, and Denise Gentry (#54867) in Adv. Sr. Grandmasters for their outstanding accomplishments.

Moreover, this year's WGE has proudly promoted global participation, with seven of the winners hailing from outside the United States. Finland claimed four titles, while Japan and Australia each contributed one winner to the list.

As we celebrate these remarkable achievements, let us also extend our gratitude to the clubs, staff, and volunteers who worked tirelessly behind the scenes to make this event a success. We are honored to have been part of such an inspiring community, and we eagerly anticipate next year's WGE!

This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/aint-no-tourney-wge-tourney