Record Field Descends on Eugene for Historic PDGA Major

The Pacific Northwest is abuzz with excitement as it prepares to host its first PDGA Major in nearly a decade. The 2023 PDGA Tim Selinske U.S. Masters Championships, presented by Innova, has attracted a record-breaking field of 422 players to Eugene, Oregon. This prestigious event marks a milestone for the region, which last hosted a PDGA Major during the 2014 Professional World Championships.

The competition will be fierce, with strong fields in the MP40 and FP40 divisions, as well as veteran players with double-digit PDGA numbers competing alongside them. The beautiful Pacific Northwest scenery provides an ideal backdrop for this four-round tournament, which promises to be one of the most anticipated events on the disc golf calendar.

Dexter Park, a staple in the Eugene area, will serve as the main venue for all players, while other courses such as Circle Bar Golf Club in Oakridge – designed by Oregon's own Dustin Keegan and ZoeAndyke – Stewart Pond, and Camp Serene will also be used throughout the tournament. This diverse range of courses ensures that players will face a unique challenge each day.

Several top contenders have emerged to take on the best of the best. Ohn Scoggins, last year's FP40 champion, returns to defend her title against strong competition from 2012 World Champion Sarah Hokom and 2021 Selinske winner Jennifer Allen, who recently took down the Beaver State Fling. The MP40 division will see Cale Leiviska making his Major debut, alongside AnDyke in the FP40 field.

Mark and Sue Horn, with PDGA numbers 67 and 68 respectively, are also set to take on the challenge of their first Master Major in 2023. This year's tournament marks a significant milestone for disc golf in the Pacific Northwest, not only due to its historic nature but also because it boasts an all-female tournament director team, led by Callie McMorran and Rebecca Duffy – the latter being the TD behind Oregon's first PDGA Major, the 2013 USWDGC.

The stage is set for an unforgettable week of competition in Eugene, with top talent from across the country descending on the Pacific Northwest to battle it out for the coveted title. As the region prepares to welcome this influx of disc golf enthusiasts, fans and spectators are eagerly anticipating what promises to be a thrilling and action-packed tournament.

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This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/news/selinske-masters-arrives-oregon