Disc Golf Stars Return to Defend Titles at U.S. Masters

The 2022 PDGA Tim Selinske U.S. Masters Disc Golf Championships kicked off on Thursday in the Quad Cities, Iowa, bringing together a star-studded field of players vying for the top spot. This year's event boasts an impressive lineup of defending champions and newcomers, all looking to make their mark on the competition.

Among the returning title holders are several notable names. In the MP40 division, Brad Schick is back to defend his championship title, but he'll be facing stiff competition from 2022 PDGA Masters World Champion Joe Rovere and Patrick Brown, who is shifting from the MP50 division to compete in MP40 this year.

The women's field also features a strong contingent of defending champions. Jen Allen, the 2021 FP40 champion, will be looking to repeat her success against a talented lineup that includes newcomers like Sarah Hokom. Hokom, a highly-regarded player, is making her first appearance at the U.S. Masters and will be looking to make an impact.

Other notable returning champions include Barrett White (FP50), Doug Williams (MP55), Eric Rainey (MP60), Laurie Cloyes-Chupa (FP65), Dr. Rick Voakes (MP70), Debbie Polkinghorne (FA50), Don Altmyer (MA65), Kerry Rivera (FA65), and Donald Parker (MA70).

The 2022 U.S. Masters will feature extensive media coverage, with daily news, social media updates, photos, and videos available online. Additionally, post-production coverage of the FP40 and MP40 divisions will be provided by Ace Run Productions and Terry Miller on the PDGA YouTube channel.

Throughout the tournament, fans can expect to see a mix of returning champions and newcomers vying for top honors. With its rich history and strong field of competitors, this year's U.S. Masters is shaping up to be an exciting event that will keep disc golf enthusiasts engaged from start to finish.

This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/news/title-defense-selinske