Disc Golf's Best Shine Through in 2022 Awards

The world of disc golf has crowned its top performers for 2022. The PDGA (Professional Disc Golf Association) has announced its annual Player and Rookie of the Year winners, with some familiar names at the top of the list. Paul McBeth and Paige Pierce, both seasoned veterans in the sport, have been recognized as the best players in their respective divisions.

McBeth's impressive resume includes six World Championship titles and six consecutive Player of the Year awards. He cemented his status as one of the all-time greats by taking down the PDGA World Championship in a thrilling playoff performance. In addition to his championship win, McBeth finished second at the European Open and had several top-10 finishes throughout the year.

Pierce has also solidified her position as one of disc golf's elite players with two major titles this season, including the inaugural PDGA Champions Cup and the European Open. She finished in the top 10 at all but three events in 2022, demonstrating her consistency and skill on the course.

Meanwhile, Robert Burridge and Aria Castruita have made a splash as the Rookie of the Year winners in their respective divisions. Burridge, who won the United States Amateur Disc Golf Championship in 2021, began his professional career in 2022 with several impressive wins, including an A-Tier victory at the Lower Peninsula Open.

Castruita, on the other hand, has risen through the ranks from Junior World Champion to starting strong as a pro. The 16-year-old Texas native picked up six wins in 2022, including two A-Tiers, and had several top-20 finishes at DGPT events. Her rapid ascent to the professional scene has earned her recognition as one of the sport's brightest young stars.

The PDGA Player and Rookie of the Year awards are determined by a player's finishes in PDGA Majors, Elite Series, and A-Tier events from January 1 through December 31. Top-10 finishes at Majors and Elite Series events carry more weight than top-three finishes at A-Tier events. This formula has led to McBeth and Pierce being crowned Player of the Year for a record-breaking sixth time.

The 2022 awards ceremony marks another exciting chapter in the world of disc golf, as these talented players continue to push the sport forward with their skills and determination.

This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/news/2022-pdga-player-awards-announced