Milo McIver State Park Hosts Thrilling PDGA National Tour Event
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This Memorial Day weekend, disc golf enthusiasts from across the country will gather at Milo McIver State Park, just south of Portland, Oregon, for one of the most highly anticipated events on the PDGA National Tour calendar: the Beaver State Fling. After a brief hiatus in 2008, this beloved tournament is back and ready to showcase the park's unique challenges.
The field of top players is stacked, with defending Men's Open champion Steve Rico looking to repeat his victory. However, he won't be facing an easy challenge from talented opponents such as last week's NT winner Gregg Barsby, Ken Climo, Dave Feldberg, Avery Jenkins, Josh Anthon, Jay Reading, and Nate Doss. The youth movement will also be well-represented by young guns Matt Orum and Braedon Simmonds, who is celebrating his 17th birthday on Sunday.
In the Women's Open Division, defending champion Kathy Manley has opted out of competing this year to spend time with her newborn baby. However, the competition promises to be fierce as Valarie Jenkins and Des Reading renew their rivalry in Portland. Other strong contenders include Carrie Berlogar and Liz Lopez.
Milo McIver State Park is widely regarded as one of the premier disc golf destinations in the world, and fans can expect an action-packed weekend with live scoring, photos, and video wrap-up shows available online at pdga.com. Whether you're a seasoned player or just starting out, the Beaver State Fling is sure to be an unforgettable experience.
Stay tuned for complete coverage of this year's event, including live updates, scores, and highlights from throughout the weekend. The excitement begins on Memorial Day weekend at Milo McIver State Park – don't miss it!
This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/bsf-preview