Stormy Weather Brings Windy Conditions to NCDGC Playoffs
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The National Collegiate Disc Golf Championships in North Augusta, South Carolina, faced a significant challenge on Day 3 of competition. A Tornado Watch had been declared for the region until 1 pm, and the strong winds that rolled in made the previous day's gusts seem gentle by comparison. The Hippodrome course was overcast and windy, with sustained winds of 20-25 mph and gusts exceeding 50 mph.
As the first round got underway, players were initially undeterred by the weather conditions. However, lightning detectors quickly picked up on nearby strikes, prompting an hour-long delay while the storm passed through. When play resumed, competitors encountered only light showers, but the wind remained a dominant force throughout the day.
The high winds took their toll on both course management and mental math skills, as players struggled to focus amidst the gusts. Despite this, Jason Lynn of Augusta State managed to shoot a total of 216, securing the Singles title with two strokes ahead of Conner Thompson from Clemson at 218. Chris Becker of Oregon, Austin Finley of Clemson, and Kevin Cocks of San Diego State tied for third place at 224.
The top Team Standings after Day 3 were:
* Augusta State: 762
* Oregon: 763
* Alabama-Huntsville: 768
* Clemson: 777
* San Diego State: 779
For full Team and Singles standings, visit the PDGA website for tournament results.
This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/ncdgc-day-3