Texas Disc Golfers Battle Inclement Weather in 25th Annual Amateur World Doubles Championships
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The 25th Annual Amateur World Doubles Championships got underway in Franklin County, Texas, with a mix of excitement and trepidation among players. The picturesque setting of Selah Ranch and Trey Deuce Ranch, both designed by renowned course designer John Houck, was expected to provide a challenging and scenic backdrop for the tournament. However, Mother Nature had other plans.
As the event progressed, the impact of Texas's severe weather became apparent. Heavy rainfall in April and May led to flooding, washed-out highways, and bridges, forcing organizers to work tirelessly to restore the courses to playable conditions. Straightline Discs, this year's event sponsor, spared no expense to ensure a smooth competition.
Play began on schedule, but the rain continued to pour down, causing a small delay at Selah Ranch during the first round. Miraculously, all players managed to complete both rounds without major disruptions. However, the storm that rolled in just before the third round was a different story altogether. A massive lightning storm brewed over Mt. Vernon, forcing a nearly four-and-a-half-hour delay.
As the sun broke through the clouds, the decision was made to postpone the fourth and final round to Sunday morning due to the dwindling daylight. The rain-soaked courses had already taken a beating, but they surprisingly held up well after the storm. The leaders in the Advanced division, Team Aced and Confused, sat at 174, with the North Dallas Baggers just one throw behind.
Despite the challenging conditions, many teams continued to turn in hot scores. As the event enters its final round, anything can still happen on these notoriously difficult courses. Fans are eagerly awaiting the conclusion of the championships, which will be live-streamed on pdgalive.com.
For those who missed out on the action so far, high-res photos of the weekend's events are available on the Optic Herald's photo gallery page. Full results from the tournament can be found on the events page at pdga.com.
This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/amateur-world-doubles-championships-wet-start