Iowa's Rich Disc Golf History Unfolds at Des Moines Challenge
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The city of Des Moines is about to become the hub of disc golf excitement as the PDGA Elite Series resumes with the Des Moines Challenge. This weekend, some of the world's top players will descend upon the Iowa capital, including newly crowned champions James Conrad and Catrina Allen.
For disc golf enthusiasts, this event marks a significant milestone in the sport's history. The Des Moines Challenge has been a mainstay on the tour for years, thanks to the efforts of local promoter Becky Zallek, who is also a Disc Golf Hall of Famer.
One player who knows what it takes to succeed at the Des Moines Challenge is Benjamin Callaway, the defending champion from Iowa. He'll be looking to repeat his victory alongside other top contenders like Sarah Gilpin and Garrett Guthrie, both of whom have a long history with the sport.
In fact, several players competing in this event got their start on the world stage back in 2004, when the PDGA Professional Disc Golf World Championships were held. Birgitta Lagerholm made history that year by becoming the first non-North American to win the Open title. Meanwhile, Gregg Barsby and Garrett Guthrie entered their first Pro Worlds tournament.
As the Des Moines Challenge unfolds, fans can catch all the action on the Disc Golf Network (DGN). The DGN offers live coverage of select tournaments, including this weekend's Elite Series event. For a limited time, PDGA members can enjoy 50% off the monthly subscription fee, bringing it down to just $4.49 per month.
On Friday, the MPO feature card will tee off at 3:24 p.m. ET, while the FPO feature card will start at 5:05 p.m. ET. For those who prefer a free option, live coverage of both divisions will be simulcast on the DGPT YouTube channel for the final round only.
Throughout the tournament, players can track progress and stats in real-time using UDisc Live. And for those who want to relive the action or catch up on highlights, Central Coast Disc Golf offers post-production video coverage of select rounds.
As the PDGA Elite Series continues its second half of the season, Des Moines is poised to deliver an unforgettable experience for players and spectators alike.
This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/news/how-watch-dgpt-des-moines-challenge