Disc Golf Takes Flight in Philippines with Road to Damascus Course

A year ago, a group of passionate disc golfers in the Philippines embarked on a mission to establish a permanent disc golf course. Their goal was to share this exciting sport with their local community, and it appears they have succeeded beyond their wildest dreams. The Road to Damascus Disc Golf Course, located in Amadeo, Tagaytay City, has become a hub of activity, hosting clinics, outreach programs, and competitions.

Thanks to a grant from the Professional Disc Golf Association's (PDGA) Marco Polo Program, this beautiful 18-hole course was brought to life. The program provides funding for innovative international projects that promote the growth of disc golf and create connections between countries and local communities.

Since its inception, the Road to Damascus Course has hosted numerous events, including two tournaments: the PDGA-sanctioned Philippine Open 2022 and the unsanctioned Road to Damascus Open 2022. The course's popularity extends beyond competitions, as it also offers a free disc golf clinic project by the Fig Tree Foundation, which aims to teach life skills to youths.

The Philippines' first teenagers have even formed their own team, Team Friends Disc Golf Teens, who are now learning and competing at the Road to Damascus Course. This remarkable initiative has inspired a new generation of players, with teenagers from different parts of the country set to battle it out in the upcoming Battle of the Teens Tournament on October 8, 2022.

The course's impact extends beyond the sport itself, as it has brought together various stakeholders, including local government agencies and non-governmental organizations. The Disc Golf Association of the Philippines has also been formed, which is now recognized by the PDGA as its affiliated national association partner.

Players from all over the country have praised the efforts of Country Coordinator Maria Luisa Bartolome, who has successfully promoted the sport through her outreach program "grow and share the love for disc golf sport in the Philippines." One player, Sven, even credited her with being instrumental in introducing disc golf to his community, stating that she is an "excellent Country Coordinator" and a skilled player.

The success of the Road to Damascus Course serves as a testament to the power of collaboration and determination. With its beautiful setting, inclusive atmosphere, and innovative programming, this course has truly taken off, inspiring a new generation of disc golf enthusiasts in the Philippines.

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