Collegiate Disc Golfers Unite at Challenging NECDGC Tournament

The Northeastern Collegiate Disc Golf Championship (NECDGC) was an event unlike any other in the world of disc golf. For two consecutive days, September 17th and 18th, seven teams from top universities gathered at the picturesque French Creek State Park in Birdsboro, Pennsylvania, for a thrilling tournament. The brainchild of Flex D.G., a renowned disc golf promotions company, this national collegiate qualifier was an opportunity for these talented athletes to push their skills to the limit.

The participating teams hailed from various parts of the country, with some traveling considerable distances to arrive at the designated campground reserved by tournament directors Mike Mohring and Leah Braun. Each team was treated to its own cozy cabin, equipped with essential amenities like shower houses, electricity, and fire pits for a warm night's sleep. The chilly weather on both evenings didn't dampen the teams' spirits, as they made the most of their surroundings, enjoying delicious meals at the on-site mess hall.

The culinary delights were just one aspect of the comprehensive package offered by Flex D.G. The course itself was another reason why this tournament stood out from the rest. With two layouts – silver and gold – in use for the NECDGC, teams faced a formidable challenge on one of the most difficult courses in the Northeast, courtesy of the Stonersville Dead Dogs, the local disc golf club at French Creek.

Skeeter Hoffman, a legendary figure in the local disc golf community, was also instrumental in making this event a resounding success. After two rounds of doubles play on Saturday and two singles rounds on Sunday, the scores were tallied. Penn State took home the third-place trophy with an impressive combined team score of 684 (+19), while East Tennessee State University's men's team secured second place with a remarkable 667 (+2). North Carolina State emerged as the overall winner, scoring an even par 665.

As this was a qualifying event for the National Collegiate Disc Golf Championship in the spring, ETSU won the qualifying spot since NC State had already secured their place among the top 16 finishers at the 2011 NCDGC. The East Tennessee State University women's team, who departed before the final round of play, was awarded honorable mention and received the NECDGC Women's Champions Trophy for their participation.

The success of this inaugural event has set a high standard for future tournaments. Flex D.G. has expressed its gratitude to all participating teams, sponsors, and volunteers, inviting them back for next year's installment. As this competition continues to grow in size and reputation, it will undoubtedly become an eagerly anticipated highlight on the disc golf calendar.

With registration already open for next year's tournament, which promises to attract even more teams from across the country, Flex D.G.'s vision of a dynamic collegiate disc golf community has taken a significant step forward. The company's efforts in promoting women's participation have also yielded positive results, with the ETSU women's team paving the way for other female players to join this rapidly expanding competition.

This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/necdgc-results