Ledgestone Open Set to Kick Off in Peoria, Illinois
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The world of disc golf is gearing up for an exciting stretch, with two major events taking place in a short span. The Disc Golf Pro Tour's (DGPT) Discraft Ledgestone Open kicks off this week in Peoria, Illinois, setting the stage for the PDGA Professional Disc Golf World Championships later this month.
As part of the Elite Series schedule, the 12th edition of the Ledgestone Open will feature a strong field of 200 players on the professional circuit. The event also includes an A-Tier side with over 2,000 participants. For the first time in its history, the tournament will be played across multiple courses, with Sunset Hills hosting the FPO (Female Pro) division and Lake Eureka welcoming the MPO (Male Pro) competitors.
The Ledgestone Open has grown to become one of the marquee events on the DGPT calendar, attracting top talent from around the world. This year's edition promises to be no exception, with several high-profile players looking to make their mark. Calvin Heimburg, fresh from his second playoff win this season, is seeking redemption after finishing tied with Ricky Wysocki in 2021.
Paige Pierce, the defending Ledgestone champion, will be looking to continue her dominance on the course. She won the event by an impressive 11 strokes in 2021 and has claimed two of the last three titles. Natalie Ryan, who secured her first Elite Series win in Michigan earlier this season, makes her Ledgestone debut.
The stakes are high as the players prepare for the PDGA Professional Disc Golf World Championships, which take place less than three weeks from now. The intense competition will undoubtedly lead to thrilling matches and nail-biting finishes.
For those looking to catch the action, the Disc Golf Network (DGN) will provide live coverage of the event. Active PDGA members can enjoy a 50% discount on their DGN subscription, which grants access to post-produced coverage, exclusive disc golf shows, and more. The final round will also be simulcast free on the DGPT YouTube channel for those unable to subscribe.
The tournament schedule includes broadcast times for both divisions, with Thursday's FPO feature card featuring Paige Pierce, Kristin Tattar, Alexis Mandujano, and Sarah Hokom. Thursday's MPO feature card will showcase Ricky Wysocki, Chris Dickerson, Andrew Marwede, and Paul McBeth.
Additionally, a press conference will take place on Wednesday from 2-4 p.m. CT, live on the DGPT YouTube channel. The schedule includes appearances by several top players, including Paige Pierce, Ricky Wysocki, Calvin Heimburg, Natalie Ryan, and more.
As the Ledgestone Open sets the stage for the PDGA Professional Disc Golf World Championships, fans can expect an electrifying experience from start to finish. With a strong field of competitors, multiple courses, and high stakes, this event promises to be one to remember.
This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/news/ledgestone-kicks-final-push-worlds