Record-Breaking Field Converges on Johnson City for USWDGC
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Johnson City, Tennessee, is buzzing with excitement as it hosts the 2017 United States Women's Disc Golf Championships (USWDGC). The city has put in extensive preparations for this prestigious PDGA Major event, which has drawn a record-breaking field of 160 women from five countries and 30 different states. This impressive turnout marks a significant milestone in the history of the tournament, showcasing its growing popularity.
The USWDGC has undergone tremendous growth since its inception. In its early years (2000-2002), the event was held in Rock Hill, South Carolina, with a modest registration of 44 competitors. The numbers gradually increased over the next decade, reaching triple digits for the first time in 2014, when 105 women competed in Portland, Oregon. However, this year's record-breaking field is not just an increase but a significant leap forward, representing a 52% rise in registered competitors.
The tournament features four rounds of competition across three meticulously maintained courses: Winged Deer Park, Harmon Hills, and Pine Oaks Golf Course. While each course presents unique challenges due to its distinct style, layout, and difficulty, they share one common trait – their stunning beauty. The dense woods and elevation changes at Winged Deer Park and Harmon Hills will test the women's precision and accuracy, whereas the hybrid ball golf/disc golf course of Pine Oaks will give them an opportunity to showcase their strength off the tee.
Friday marks the beginning of the competition, followed by two rounds on Saturday and a final round on Sunday. Prodigy Disc and The Disc Golf Guy are on site to capture the action, with Sarah Hokom defending her USWDGC title against top contenders like Paige Pierce, Catrina Allen, Valarie Jenkins, Jessica Weese, and Lisa Fajkus. Live scores will be available on pdgalive.com, accompanied by updates, photos, and videos via @pdgalive on Twitter and occasional live streaming videos via the PDGA Facebook page.
With this incredible turnout and the top talent competing, the 2017 US Women's Disc Golf Championships is poised to be an unforgettable experience. As Johnson City continues to welcome these talented athletes, the city's hospitality will undoubtedly shine through, making this event a true celebration of women's disc golf excellence.
This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/2017uswdgc/event-preview