Beaver State Fling 2013: Disc Golf's Premier Event Returns
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Get ready for the ultimate disc golf experience as the Beaver State Fling returns to Milo McIver State Park in Estacada, Oregon, on June 28-30, 2013. This year's event will feature the PDGA National Tour Elite Series and is expected to attract top players from around the world.
The tournament will be held at the scenic park, which boasts two 18-hole courses that wind along the banks of the Clackamas River. The courses are designed for pro par sixty-one play with lengths exceeding 8000 feet, providing a challenging yet thrilling experience for competitors.
A total of 160 professional spots and 144 amateur spots will be available in this year's event. The NT side of the competition will feature tiered, ratings-based registration to ensure that only the top players participate. This system has been implemented to attract the best talent from across the globe.
Ratings-Based Registration:
To accommodate the high demand for this event, tiered registration has been introduced. This means that players will be grouped according to their ratings, with priority given to those at the higher end of the scale. The process will unfold in three phases, with each phase allowing a new group of players to register.
Phase 1: March 18th (6pm PST) - Registration opens for all 1000+ rated professional players and FPO women.
Phase 2: April 1st (6pm PST) - Registration opens for all 970+ rated professional players, plus age-based professional divisions.
Phase 3: April 15th (6pm PST) - Registration opens for the remaining professional players.
Important Notes:
* Don't miss your registration window, as spots will fill quickly.
* Division size caps will be enforced to ensure that non-MPO divisions remain viable.
* Anyone attempting to register before their tier is open will have their registration rejected.
* A limited number of slots will be reserved for 2013 National Tour Champions and returning Beaver State Fling MPO & FPO Champions.
Amateur Registration:
In an effort to make the amateur side of the event more accessible, a lottery system has been implemented. This means that players must register in advance through a pre-registration window, which will run from March 25th (6pm PST) to April 7th (4pm PDT). Players who are selected will have two weeks to formally register for the event.
Important Notes:
* Division size caps will be enforced to ensure that non-MA1 divisions remain viable.
* A minimum of four players is required to create a division.
* If a slot opens up, names from the waiting list will be randomly pulled in order.
If you're planning on attending the Beaver State Fling 2013, make sure to check out the event website for more information and updates. Contact the tournament directors, Jeff Mittl and Jeff Hagerty, through the Beaver State Fling website with any questions or concerns.
Don't miss this incredible opportunity to compete against the best disc golfers in the world. Get ready for an unforgettable weekend of competition at the 2013 Beaver State Fling!
This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/2013-beaver-state-fling