Disc Golf Tour Heats Up with New Developments and Exciting Competition

The NADGT Premier Tour is off to a blistering start in 2026, with three events already underway in Texas and Alabama. The first event took place on February 7th at the Zanfel Texas Premier, where players battled it out on two iconic Austin courses: Roy G. Guerrero Park and Sprinkle Valley. The challenging terrain rewarded precision shots, but punished those who ventured off course.

In the Men's Advanced (MA1) division, Jackson McDonald took an early lead after Round 2 and held onto it for his first win of the year. Meanwhile, in the Masters 50 (MA50) category, Jackson Beals staged a remarkable comeback at Sprinkle Valley to secure his second victory of the season.

The competition only intensified as the tour moved on to Kudzu Cove in Alabama on February 27th. This picturesque course boasts tough lines, elevation changes, water hazards, and breathtaking views overlooking the Tennessee River. The stakes were high, but Wyatt Conway rose to the challenge, tying with Luke Johnson in the MA1 division before emerging victorious after a playoff.

In the other divisions, Mark Goffi claimed the top spot in MA50 by a two-stroke margin, while Graham Smith dominated in MA3, winning by an impressive six strokes. The NADGT team is overjoyed to see such exceptional talent on display and can't wait to see what the rest of the season holds.

The tour's momentum continues as it heads to Georgia next, with stops at the famous Lula course – home to the infamous "chicken coop" hole. With 15 Premier events still on the schedule, the competition is heating up, and players are jostling for position in the overall standings.

But that's not all – a new development is set to shake things up even further. The NADGT has partnered with Louisiana-based tournament director John Melton to launch the Krew de Discus Tour, a traveling series aimed at bringing high-quality competition to underserved areas across the US. This innovative format features multi-day events, including flex-start days and weekend tournaments.

As part of this initiative, the City Challenge has been introduced, offering top finishers additional prizes, including free entry fees into the 2026 North American Disc Golf Championship (NADGC) in Austin, TX. The NADGT is also providing free entries for board members and donating cash back to each local club hosting a City Challenge.

John Melton's Krew de Discus Tour has already made stops in Gainesville and Pensacola and will continue on to North Carolina, Virginia, and beyond. With over 60 events planned across 15 cities, this is set to be an unforgettable season of disc golf excitement. Don't miss out – get qualified for the NADGC today!

This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/news/2026-nadgt-season-heating