Emporia, Kansas, Set to Host 2021 PDGA Professional Disc Golf World Championships
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Emporia, Kansas, is set to become the hub for professional disc golf in 2021 as it prepares to host the prestigious PDGA (Professional Disc Golf Association) Pro Worlds. The city's reputation for successfully organizing massive tournaments has earned it a spot among the top contenders.
The organizers of the event have put together an impressive bid package, showcasing their expertise and passion for hosting large-scale events. The team, led by Doug Bjerkaas and Jeremy Rusco from Dynamic Discs, has proposed two courses: Emporia Country Club and Jones Gold for the Open division, with the Open Women playing at the Country Club and Peter Pan Park.
"We are thrilled to welcome the world's top disc golfers to Emporia," said Bjerkaas. "Our city has a rich history of hosting successful events, including the Glass Blown Open, which drew over 1,600 entrants in 2019."
The 2021 PDGA Pro Worlds will feature the sport's top competitors vying for world and national titles across several divisions. The event is expected to bring significant economic benefits to the local community, with a focus on creating an exceptional experience for both players and spectators.
Meanwhile, other exciting news has emerged from the disc golf world. The 2021 PDGA Amateur Disc Golf World Championships will be held in Princeton, Indiana, marking the first time Am Worlds will feature only the MA1 and FA1 divisions. Steven Waites and Jason LaBella, with the support of local clubs and businesses, have put together an impressive bid package.
"We are honored to showcase southwest Indiana's disc golf scene," said Waites. "Our goal is to create a welcoming atmosphere for competitors and spectators alike, while also highlighting the region's unique charm."
The 2021 PDGA Masters Disc Golf World Championships and Junior Disc Golf World Championships will be held in Peoria, Illinois, with Nate Heinold at the helm of the local organizing committee. The event promises to bring together top players from around the world, competing for national titles in a variety of divisions.
"We are excited to take on this challenge," said Heinold. "Our focus is on creating an exceptional experience for competitors and spectators alike, while also showcasing Peoria's rich disc golf heritage."
Other notable events include the 2021 PDGA United States Women's Disc Golf Championship in Madison, Wisconsin, led by Mike Batka; the 2021 PDGA Tim Selinske United States Masters Championships in the Quad Cities region of Iowa/Illinois, hosted by Chase Roberts and Visit Quad Cities; and several other exciting tournaments scheduled to take place throughout the year.
The disc golf community is abuzz with excitement as it prepares for another thrilling season. As the world's top players gather at these prestigious events, fans can expect an unforgettable experience that showcases the best of professional disc golf.
This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/news/midwest-or-bust-2021-pdga-majors