Revolutionizing Disc Golf with UDisc Live Scoring

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The Professional Disc Golf Association (PDGA) is constantly seeking innovative ways to grow the sport of disc golf. One such partnership that will significantly enhance the fan experience is with UDisc, a pioneering mobile app developed by Matt Krueger and Josh Lichti. This collaboration will bring live scoring and statistics to the 2018 PDGA National Tour Elite Series and the prestigious Pro Worlds championships.


UDisc has undergone an impressive evolution since its humble beginnings as a simple course-locator app in 2012. Founded by friends who met at Iowa State University, Matt Krueger and Josh Lichti worked tirelessly on their passion project during their free time. Initially, they envisioned a small database of just a few hundred courses but eventually grew to become the leading disc golf-related mobile app for both Android and iOS.


Krueger reminisced about UDisc's early days, stating that it was initially developed as a hobby project. "I'd work on new features and updates after work, on weekends, and use all my vacation time for development," he said. The app's rapid growth can be attributed to its user-friendly design and the immense value it offers to disc golf enthusiasts.


Live scoring has become an essential aspect of modern disc golf events. Over the years, the PDGA has continuously improved its in-house live scoring system, working with a dedicated team of volunteers who possessed the necessary technical expertise. The current platform was revamped in 2017 to make configuration and submission of hole scores more user-friendly.


The new partnership between the PDGA and UDisc will take live scoring to the next level. UDisc Live has become the premier live scoring and statistics platform for disc golf, offering real-time updates on player performance. This includes key statistics such as distance, putting, scrambles, and fairway hits. By partnering with UDisc, the PDGA is committed to providing an unparalleled experience for fans, further cementing its position as a leader in the sport.


Steve Ganz, PDGA Technology Director, expressed his enthusiasm for the collaboration, stating, "We are huge fans of Matt and Josh and the work they're doing with UDisc. It was a pleasure collaborating with them during the 2017 season, and we look forward to continuing this partnership."


The PDGA's commitment to innovation is evident in its efforts to enhance live scoring. This latest partnership will undoubtedly elevate the fan experience for those following the 2018 National Tour Elite Series and Pro Worlds championships.


This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/pdga-partners-udisc-2018-national-tour-and-pro-worlds

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