Congrats to the Latest Batch of PDGA Tournament Directors!

The Professional Disc Golf Association (PDGA) is thrilled to recognize the completion of its New Tournament Director (TD) Academy presented by Discraft. Over a period of three months, these budding tournament directors have immersed themselves in learning the intricacies of running high-quality events under the PDGA platform. From organizing tournament operations to delivering exceptional player experiences, these graduates are now well-equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to host memorable and professional events.

PDGA Tournament Director Program Director Scott Withers expressed his enthusiasm for this new batch of directors, stating: "Seeing a whole new group of enthusiastic and eager-to-learn tournament directors is truly heartening. The future of our sport is indeed in capable hands!"

As part of their graduation celebration, participants will be hosting their very first sanctioned tournaments. These amateur-only events will provide players with an exciting opportunity to support the new TDs, enjoy engaging disc golf experiences, and celebrate the growth of the sport.

Each tournament will feature a Discraft-sponsored player pack consisting of a high-quality disc, Snap Cap mini/can topper, towel, and drawstring bag – all provided at a discounted rate for the academy graduates. To further support their growth, these new directors will also have one-on-one meetings with Scott Withers and follow-up sessions after their initial event.

Enthusiasts interested in participating in future TD Academy classes can mark their calendars for January 2026 enrollment, which is set to begin around late January or early spring.

We asked some of the graduates about their experiences:

"The PDGA's TD Academy has given me the confidence and knowledge needed to run my own events. It's a game-changer for anyone looking to get involved in directing tournaments."

– Mia Gonzalez (116281)

"Scott Withers' personable leadership style created an engaging learning environment that prepared us for every aspect of running successful events – from marketing to operations."

– Blaine Robinson (187678)

"I gained invaluable insights and tools during the academy, which have equipped me with the confidence to start my own TD journey. The support from Scott and the PDGA has been tremendous!"

– Tom Raper (234079)

We would like to extend our warmest congratulations to all participants of the latest TD Academy class! Their passion for creating memorable experiences will undoubtedly enrich the world of disc golf.

Below is a list of graduates, along with their upcoming sanctioned tournaments:

TD Name

Event Name / Registration Link

Location

Date

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This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/news/congratulations-inaugural-class-pdga-td-academy-presented-discraft