PDGA Announces Major Events for 2019: A Year of Thrilling Competitions
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The Professional Disc Golf Association (PDGA) has announced the host locations and dates for its major events in 2019. These premier national and international competitions will feature the world's best disc golfers competing for World and National Titles in multiple skill, age, and gender-based divisions.
The first major event of the year is the PDGA United States Women's Disc Golf Championship (USWDGC), which will take place from September 2-7, 2019, at Spotsylvania, Virginia. The championship was awarded to Spotsylvania after a highly competitive bid process, with the local organizing committee presenting an excellent proposal. The USWDGC has been held in various locations since its inception, but this year's event promises to be one of the best yet.
The course for the USWDGC will feature three private tracks: Cannon Ridge and Hawk Hollow, as well as the well-manicured Loriella Park. The courses offer a variety of challenges, making it an exciting competition for both recreational and competitive players. In addition to the main event, there will also be various side events and activities planned, including a partnership with Empowerhouse, a non-profit organization that aims to empower survivors of domestic violence.
The second major event is the PDGA Tim Selinske United States Masters Championships, which will take place from August 26-31, 2019, in Worcester, Massachusetts. This event has been hosted by Maple Hill Farm and its team for several years, and it promises to be another exciting competition. The championship will feature play on two of the most renowned disc golf courses in the world: Maple Hill and Pyramids.
The third major event is the PDGA Amateur Disc Golf World Championships, which will take place from July 15-20, 2019, in York County, Pennsylvania. This event was awarded to South Central PA Disc Golf, LLC, after a competitive bid process. The championship will feature play on several of the area's premier disc golf courses, including Gifford Pinchot State Park and Codorus State Park.
Other major events taking place in 2019 include the PDGA Junior Disc Golf World Championships, which will take place from July 7-13, 2019, in Emporia, Kansas; and the PDGA Professional Disc Golf World Championships, which will take place from August 12-18, 2019, in Peoria, Illinois. The championship will feature play on several of the area's top-rated courses, including Lake Eureka, Northwood Park, and Sunset Hills.
The final major event is the PDGA Pro Masters Disc Golf World Championships, which will take place from June 17-22, 2019, in Jeffersonville, Vermont. This event was awarded to Smugglers' Notch Resort after a competitive bid process. The championship will feature play on two of the resort's renowned courses: Brewster Ridge and Fox Run.
The PDGA is thrilled to announce these host locations and dates for its major events in 2019. With a focus on promoting disc golf and providing exciting competitions, the organization aims to bring together players from around the world to compete and showcase their skills.
This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/2019-pdga-majors-announced