Playoff Frenzy Hits Smugglers' Notch as Disc Golfers Eye Championship Spots
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The stage is set for an intense playoff battle as the Disc Golf Pro Tour (DGPT) postseason kicks off at Smugglers' Notch, Vermont, with the Green Mountain Championship. The inaugural DGPT playoffs mark a new chapter in the sport's elite competition, and top players are ready to give it their all.
The Green Mountain Championship takes place just days after the 2022 PDGA Professional Disc Golf World Championships, and this year's tournament features a unique twist: tour points will be at a premium as players vie for spots at the MVP Open at Maple Hill next weekend. The stakes are even higher with the DGPT Championship on October 13, which will see the top 36 MPO and 20 FPO players competing for the coveted title.
Chris Dickerson, the defending MPO champion, returns to Smugglers' Notch as a favorite, while Kristin Tattar enters as the highest-rated player in FPO at 987. Paul McBeth, a six-time PDGA World Champion, has jumped to the top spot in MPO with an impressive rating of 1049.
The competition will be fierce, with players on the bubble and others vying for positioning as the East Coast swing begins. The weekend promises to be a thrilling one, with live coverage available through the Disc Golf Network (DGN) and free simulcast coverage on YouTube.
For those looking to catch every moment of the action, the DGN offers exclusive post-produced coverage, touring pro interview series, podcasts, and more. Active PDGA members receive a 50% discount on their subscription, making it easier than ever to stay connected to the sport.
The tournament schedule is packed with exciting matchups, including live coverage of FPO and MPO feature cards, as well as free simulcast coverage for the final round on Sunday. Don't miss out on the action – tune in to the DGN or catch the live broadcast on YouTube to see your favorite players compete for championship spots and tour points.
The press conference, scheduled for Thursday from 2-4 p.m. ET, will feature interviews with top players, including Jeff Spring, Chris Dickerson, Sarah Hokom, Paul McBeth, Kristin Tattar, and more. Be sure to check out the schedule for live coverage and post-production video coverage of each round.
The inaugural DGPT postseason is shaping up to be one of the most exciting events in disc golf history – don't miss out on the action at Smugglers' Notch!
This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/news/final-stretch-starts-smuggs