Disc Golf Stars Shine at Annual Awards Banquet
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Last night's ceremony at the Radisson Hotel in Merrillville, Indiana, was a celebration of excellence in disc golf. The Professional Disc Golf Association (PDGA) honored its top performers from the 2012 season with marble obelisks, symbolizing their achievements. The award winners included standout players and officials who have contributed significantly to the sport.
The PDGA Tour Points Awards recognized the best of the best in various categories. Pro Legend David Walters was among those honored, as were other notable players such as Jim Oates, Patrick Brown, Catrina Allen, and Ricky Wysocki. The award for Tournament Director of the Year went to Sam Nicholson, while Erin Oakley received the Bob West Memorial Award for Sportsmanship.
Other notable awards included the Senior Player of the Year honor bestowed upon Elaine King, the Volunteer of the Year award given to Mom & Old Man Wallis, and the Honored Sportswoman Award awarded to Becky Zallek (who was also inducted into the Hall of Fame) and Sue B Lande. The Female Rookie of the Year and Male Rookie of the Year awards went to Melynda Apton and Cameron Colglazier, respectively.
The evening's highlight was the induction ceremony for the Disc Golf Hall of Fame class of 2013. Four new members were welcomed into the esteemed group: Jim Challas, a pioneer in disc golf who served as PDGA Commissioner; Barry Schultz, a two-time PDGA World Champion and US Disc Golf Championship winner; Ken Westerfield, a Canadian player who was one of the greats during the "Frisbee" days; and Becky Zallek, a dedicated promoter and volunteer who has given back to the sport.
Each inductee's contributions to disc golf were acknowledged, with stories about their achievements and impact on the sport. As they joined the ranks of the esteemed Hall of Fame members present at the ceremony, it was clear that these individuals have left an indelible mark on disc golf history.
This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/2013-hall-of-fame-inductees