Steady Ed Memorial Masters Cup Brings World-Class Disc Golf to Santa Cruz
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The Steady Ed Memorial Masters Cup is one of the most highly anticipated events on the disc golf calendar. Held annually in Santa Cruz, California, this tournament brings together some of the world's top players to compete at the legendary DeLaveaga Disc Golf Course. Designed by Tom Schot and maintained by the DeLaveaga Disc Golf Club, this challenging course is a true test of skill and endurance.
As one of eight stops on the 2014 PDGA National Tour, the Steady Ed Memorial Masters Cup boasts an impressive $38,000 cash purse. Reigning world champions Paul McBeth and Paige Pierce are currently leading the points standings, but they will face stiff competition from talented players like Catrina Allen and JohnE McCray. The men's division is particularly hotly contested, with McCray trailing McBeth by just 15 points.
The course itself is a marvel of disc golf design. DeLaveaga plays up and down the side of a small mountain, featuring steep inclines, declines, and treacherous greens that demand precision and strategy from even the most skilled players. But it's not just the course that's a challenge - Poison Oak grows naturally on the mountainside, adding an extra layer of difficulty for competitors.
Despite its fearsome reputation, DeLaveaga attracts an average of nearly 50,000 visitors annually. The course is a true gem of the disc golf world, and players who participate in the Steady Ed Memorial Masters Cup are lucky to have the opportunity to test their skills on this iconic layout.
One of the most prestigious moments at the Steady Ed Memorial Masters Cup comes when the winner of the tournament is announced. In addition to the coveted title and cash prize, the recipient of the "Steady" Ed Memorial Disc Golf Trophy is chosen based on their adherence to the sport's core values - leaving things better than they found them and having fun.
The Steady Ed Memorial Masters Cup would not be possible without the support of sponsors like DGA. A huge thank you goes out to these generous supporters for helping make this event a reality.
Follow all the action from the Steady Ed Memorial Masters Cup live on PDGALive.com, featuring real-time scoring, commentary, and behind-the-scenes photos and videos.
This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/2014-steady-ed-memorial-masters-cup