PDGA Ends DiscGolfer Magazine, Citing Financial Losses

The Professional Disc Golf Association (PDGA) has made the difficult decision to end production of its long-running magazine, DiscGolfer. This announcement follows a thorough analysis of the publication's financial viability and market demand.

In an effort to keep membership prices standard, the PDGA had previously suspended automatic inclusion of DiscGolfer with all North American memberships in 2025. Instead, members could opt-in to receive the magazine for a $10 fee. Despite this move, the publication continued to operate at a significant loss, resulting in over $160,000 in financial losses for the PDGA during the 2025 membership year.

The PDGA has emphasized its responsibility to its members and must prioritize investments that align with its mission while providing exceptional service. This decision is ultimately driven by the organization's fiduciary duty to ensure the best possible value for its members.

Longtime editor Joe Feidt reflected on the magazine's impressive 17-year run, crediting Art Director Kent Johnson as a key factor in its success. "We had a spectacular 17-year run thanks in large part to KJ," Feidt said. Johnson's unique and creative style infused every issue with his artistic touch.

Feidt acknowledged the contributions of numerous writers, editors, and photographers who provided engaging content throughout the magazine's 67-issue history, which began in 2009. "They provided the grist for KJ's art mill," he said, recognizing their hard work and dedication to creating high-quality content.

As DiscGolfer comes to an end, Feidt's editorial staff will focus on producing feature articles that will be published online starting in November.

This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/news/closing-chapter