Lady of the Lake" Disc Golf Tournament Brings Competition and Camaraderie

This past Saturday, 21 determined ladies gathered at Lake Tahoe to compete in the Lady of the Lake tournament, an exciting addition to the popular Poppy Series. The series, spearheaded by Tournament Director Gayle Baker, is a collection of five women's events held throughout Northern California and Nevada.

The event offered a range of amenities designed specifically with women in mind, from player packs and prizes tailored to their tastes to scorekeepers for each group and a catered lunch. The tournament also featured a $100 ace hole, which while not achieved by anyone, added an extra layer of fun and challenge to the competition.

Leah Feltenstein, playing as the only Open Woman, showed remarkable skill and strategy, shooting her rating while earning valuable points toward her Poppy Series standings. Mindy Carbajal of Kings Beach, California, took home the title in the Advanced division after a convincing win at the Daisy Chains Women's Tournament earlier this year.

In the Advanced Masters division, Tammy Koelling demonstrated exceptional consistency with two strong rounds, securing her victory by three strokes over a closely tied Gayle Baker. Meanwhile, Colleen Wood cruised to an impressive six-stroke win in the Advanced Grandmasters division.

The Intermediate competition was fiercely contested, with Kourtni Walker, Gessica Ambris, and Maci all finishing at 31 over par after two rounds. However, Gessica emerged victorious following a tense playoff, solidifying her position as champion.

But the Lady of the Lake tournament offered more than just competitive spirit – it also celebrated camaraderie and community. Tammy Stidham's 83-year-old grandmother, who caddied for her during the event, was awarded "The Betty White Award" for displaying the best attitude and having the most fun.

For Gayle Baker, hosting this event has been a rewarding experience, bringing new energy to her 15 years of disc golfing experience. As she puts it, "Disc golf is my life, my family, and my sport all in one," – a sentiment shared by many who participated in the tournament. Stay tuned for the next exciting event in the Poppy Series: Hot Mamas on July 6th in Lava Creek, California!

This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/the-poppy-continues-to-bloom