Desert Thrills: Disc Golfers Converge on Arizona for the PDGA National Tour
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The sun-kissed desert landscapes of Fountain Hills and Scottsdale, Arizona, played host to one of the most highly anticipated events on the professional disc golf calendar: The Memorial Championship presented by Discraft. Launched as part of the 2010 National Tour by the Professional Disc Golf Association (PDGA), this prestigious tournament drew a record-breaking 370 competitors from 33 states and four countries.
Among the standout performers was David Feldberg, who regained his top form to secure an impressive three-throw victory over California's rising star Josh Anthon. A familiar face at the top of the leaderboard, Feldberg had previously claimed the PDGA Player of the Year title in 2008. Ken Climo and Philo Brathwaite rounded out the top three with a thrilling tie for third place.
In a closely contested women's division, Liz Carr showcased her skills to emerge victorious by four throws over the highly decorated Des Reading. A strong finish saw Liz Lopez claim third spot, while Melody King impressed with her best performance to date, securing fourth place.
The PDGA National Tour was not only notable for its top-notch competition but also for the pioneering use of cutting-edge technology. A live internet pay-per-view broadcast on DiscGolfPlanet.tv provided fans worldwide with an immersive experience, complete with live commentary, photos uploaded during each round, and links to player and course information. The association also utilized this event as a beta test for its innovative online scoring system, set to revolutionize the way tournaments are managed.
For those who missed out on the action, final round live scoring is available online at http://www.pdga.com/tournament/live.php?TournID=9642. Further insights into the tournament can be found in the video story (http://www.blip.tv/file/3324425/) and photo galleries (http://www.flickr.com/photos/pdga/collections/72157623420716957/). Detailed pro and amateur scoreboards can be accessed through the PDGA website, along with comprehensive information on the Memorial Championship website: http://memorialchampionship.com/.
This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/feldberg-and-carr-win