Paige Pierce Dominates the 2018 Memorial Championship
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The Disc Golf Pro Tour circuit has seen its fair share of dominant performances over the years, but Paige Pierce's 2018 season is shaping up to be one for the books. Building on her impressive campaign last year, Pierce has asserted her authority at the Memorial Championship, maintaining a seven-stroke lead after Friday's round.
Pierce's third-round scorecard was a testament to her skill and composure under pressure. Despite struggling with her putter throughout the event, she managed to find her rhythm when it mattered most. On the 14th hole, Pierce used her signature jump putt to sink a 60-foot attempt from circle 2, gaining momentum for the final stretch of her round.
As the day unfolded, Pierce's confidence grew, and she went on to birdie the last five holes of the tournament. Her clutch putts from within circle 1 were a highlight of the round, with one notable 38-footer on the 17th hole securing a flawless performance from circle 2.
While Pierce's lead is substantial, Jessica Weese and Jennifer Allen are hot on her heels, each shooting impressive rounds to maintain their second-place position. Weese and Fajkus (Lisa) showcased remarkable scrambling skills, with rates of 89% and 88%, respectively, while Allen made a strong showing off the tee.
However, not everyone was able to capitalize on the opportunity to challenge Pierce's lead. Sarah Hokom, who started the day tied for second, struggled to find her form, shooting a 1-over par 57 and dropping to fifth place. The current standings see Hokom followed by Catrina Allen (-1), Kona Panis (E), and Madison Walker (+2).
The stage is now set for an exciting conclusion to the first DGPT event of the season on Saturday's final day at Vista Del Camino course. Fans can expect real-time updates from UDisc Live, while the Disc Golf Pro Tour will provide extensive coverage of the Memorial Championship finale.
This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/memorial-fpo-day-three-pierce-builds-commanding-lead