NT Resumes with Brent Hambrick Memorial Open | Professional Disc Golf Association
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**TITLE:** "Brent Hambrick Memorial Open Returns to Columbus with World-Class Competition"
**META_TITLE:** "PDGA National Tour Elite Series in Columbus, Ohio - Brent Hambrick Memorial Open 2012"
**META_DESCRIPTION:** "The PDGA National Tour Elite Series returns to Columbus, Ohio for the 16th Annual Brent Hambrick Memorial Open. Read about the world-class competition and charity fundraiser benefiting The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society."
**ARTICLE:**
This weekend marks the return of the PDGA National Tour Elite Series presented by Vibram Disc Golf to Columbus, Ohio with the highly anticipated 2012 Brent Hambrick Memorial Open (BHMO). The prestigious tournament will be held at the scenic Hoover Reservoir in Westerville, Ohio, just outside Columbus. Players will compete on two challenging courses: the 27-hole Brent Hambrick Memorial Disc Golf Course and the 18-hole Hoover west course.
The BHMO has a rich history dating back to the early 1990s when legendary disc golfer Brent Hambrick (PDGA #2797) founded one of the top tournaments in the country, The Columbus Open. After his tragic passing from Leukemia in 1997, the tournament was renamed in his honor and has since become a charity fundraiser for The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. To date, the BHMO has raised an impressive $45,000 for this worthy cause.
The Columbus Flyers Disc Golf Club takes great pride in hosting the BHMO, striving to provide the most competitive courses and exceptional player experience possible while "Keeping the Memory Alive." The tournament features a thrilling final 9 with the famous "Dam Shot," accompanied by one of the largest galleries of the year. Players will also enjoy various amenities, including a players' party at Quaker Steak and Lube and treats from Dairy Queen.
Top disc golfers are set to compete in the BHMO, with Paul McBeth seeking to continue his winning streak after taking two back-to-back NT wins earlier this season. However, he may face stiff competition from Will Schusterick, who is closing in on McBeth's lead in the NT Points series. In the Women's Division, Valarie Jenkins and Catrina Allen will aim for a first or second place finish to boost their standings. Newly crowned World Champion Sarah Hokom needs a strong performance to get back into contention.
For those attending the tournament, don't miss the PDGA National Tour Clinic on Thursday at 6:00 pm, where top touring professionals including World Champion Sarah Hokom and Will Schusterick will offer instruction and tips. Additionally, attendees can collect free raffle tickets for a chance to win a DGA Mach Lite portable basket in a drawing held during the final nine.
Make sure to stay tuned to PDGA.com for comprehensive coverage of the BHMO, including articles, results, and live scoring!
This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/nt-resumes-with-brent-hambrick-memorial-open