Green Mountain Championship Kicks Off DGPT Postseason with High Stakes

The Disc Golf Pro Tour (DGPT) is about to kick off its postseason, with the highly anticipated Green Mountain Championship taking center stage at Smugglers' Notch in Vermont. The tournament marks a significant milestone in the 2022 season, as top players will face off in a high-stakes battle for spots in the final playoff stop and the DGPT Championship.

This year's competition promises to be intense, with tour points being awarded at a premium. Players are eager to secure their position in the standings, particularly with the MVP Open at Maple Hill just around the corner. The top 36 players in MPO (men's professional division) and 20 in FPO (feminine professional division) will qualify for the DGPT Championship, which takes place on October 13 at Nevin Park in Charlotte, North Carolina.

The defending champion in MPO is Chris Dickerson, who returns to the Green Mountain State with a strong chance of retaining his title. However, he faces stiff competition from other top-ranked players, including Paul McBeth, who has jumped to the highest-rated spot in the field and the world. McBeth finished in a tie for third at the GMC last year.

Kristin Tattar, on the other hand, enters as the highest-rated player in FPO with an impressive 987 rating. She took down the Butler County Disc Golf Classic just days after her Pro Worlds win and is expected to be one of the top contenders for the title. Other notable players include Hailey King, who won the 2021 FPO championship, but is not registered this year.

As the postseason begins, players will be vying for positioning in the standings and trying to secure their spot at the final playoff stop. With a strong field and high stakes, the Green Mountain Championship promises to deliver an exciting and closely contested competition.

For fans looking to catch all the action, live video coverage will be available through The Disc Golf Network (DGN), which offers exclusive post-produced content, touring pro interview series, podcasts, and other segments. Active PDGA members can enjoy a 50% discount on their DGN subscription. Additionally, the final round of both divisions will be simulcast free on the DGPT YouTube channel.

To get ready for the tournament, fans can tune in to the live press conference on Thursday from 2-4 p.m. ET, featuring some of the top players sharing their thoughts and insights before the action begins. The schedule includes interviews with Jeff Spring, Chris Dickerson, Sarah Hokom, Paul McBeth, Kristin Tattar, Aaron Gossage, Henna Blomroos, Paige Pierce, Ricky Wysocki, Joel Freeman, Jessica Weese, and Lisa Fajkus.

The Green Mountain Championship is set to begin on September 16, with the live broadcast featuring a range of talented players competing for top honors. With its rich history and challenging course conditions, the tournament promises to deliver an electrifying experience for both players and spectators alike.

This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/news/final-stretch-starts-smuggs