Beaver State Fling Finale Delivers Thrilling Finish
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The Beaver State Fling came to a close at Milo McIver State Park in Estacada, Oregon, where Mother Nature cooperated beautifully for the weekend's events. The rain that had plagued the area just weeks prior subsided just in time to allow over 200 hours of mowing to transform the Riverbend disc golf courses into pristine venues. Co-tournament directors Jeff Mittl and Jeff Hagerty, along with their team of volunteers and staff, once again presented an exceptional event for players competing in the National Tour Elite Series presented by Vibram.
As the battle for the Drive for the Championship reaches its climax, players were eager to climb the standings. The Grandmasters and Masters divisions saw Jim Oates dominate with a 16-stroke win and a final total of -14, while Ken Climo cruised to victory in his division as well. However, the real excitement lay in the Master's division, where Jay Reading and Patrick Brown engaged in an intense battle for second place. Brown made a stunning comeback on the final day, finishing at 10 under par and securing second place by just one stroke.
In the women's division, Sarah Cunningham demonstrated her prowess with a smooth and solid performance throughout the weekend, ultimately defeating Paige Pierce by four strokes. Cunningham's consistent putting was a key factor in her victory, with Pierce commenting that she "played pretty well" but struggled to keep pace with Cunningham's accuracy. Valarie Jenkins also made headlines with an incredible 59 on the final day, tying for third place with Des Reading.
The Open group witnessed a thrilling finish, as Will Schusterick began Sunday with a two-stroke lead only to see Nate Doss and Dave Feldberg challenge him early on. Ricky Wysocki and Adam Hunt from Oklahoma also made significant moves throughout the round. However, it was Schusterick who ultimately emerged victorious, sinking a crucial birdie putt on the 16th hole and securing a three-stroke lead before cruising in with pars for the win.
Milo McIver State Park has once again proven itself to be an ideal venue for the Beaver State Fling, hosting some of the most exciting finishes in recent disc golf history. Co-directors Mittl and Hagerty have set the standard for NT events, earning kudos from players who eagerly look forward to returning next year. The 2014 professional World Championships will also take place at this picturesque venue, ensuring that disc golf fans are in for a treat.
This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/a-will-to-win