PDGA Announces Major Events for 2017: Johnson City, Des Moines, Quad Cities, and More
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The Professional Disc Golf Association (PDGA) is thrilled to announce its lineup of major events for 2017. These high-profile tournaments bring together the best disc golfers globally and offer local communities an exciting opportunity to host international sporting events.
One of the most anticipated events will be the USWDGC, set to take place in Johnson City, Tennessee. The Lakefront Disc Golf Club and Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) have partnered to host this prestigious event, which will feature Winged Deer Park as the main course and Buffalo Valley Golf Course as a satellite venue. This marks the second time Johnson City has submitted a bid for a PDGA Major, showcasing their dedication to hosting successful events.
Des Moines, Iowa, will play host to the 2017 Tim Selinske US Masters Championships. The Des Moines Disc Golf Club and CVB are working closely with Iowa State Coordinator Justin McLuen to ensure the event's success. This championship will utilize four well-maintained courses: Ewing Park, Big Creek State Park, Walnut Ridge, and Grandview Park.
The Quad Cities region of Illinois and Iowa has been selected to host the 2017 Amateur and Junior Disc Golf World Championships. Chase Roberts of Iron Lion Disc Golf Supply will direct this event, which promises to be an exciting competition featuring top young players from around the world.
Grand Rapids, Michigan, will host its first-ever Masters World Championships in August 2017. The Grand Rapids Dogs of Disc organization has assembled a team with extensive experience in hosting PDGA Major events, ensuring a smooth and successful championship. Riverside Park will be the primary course for this event, while other nearby courses will also be utilized.
The 2017 Professional Disc Golf World Championships are still pending selection of a host venue. The PDGA Staff and Board of Directors will make an announcement once the host city is chosen.
As the disc golf community comes together to celebrate these major events, the PDGA would like to extend its congratulations and appreciation to all the host communities and volunteers involved in making these championships possible.
This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/2017-pdga-majors-announced