Thrilling Finish: Chumley and Brown Secure Spots at USDGC
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The Monday Qualifier for the 2016 USDGC was an event to remember, with some of the top players vying for a spot in the championship. When the scores were tallied, three players had already secured their places: Stephen Schroeder, Colin Forehand, and Cody Bradshaw, all of whom shot a -2 on the day.
However, Travis Chumley and Lance Brown found themselves in a four-player playoff to determine the final two spots. The competition was fierce, with Dustin Perry and Jeff Renner joining the fray after shooting 64.
The first playoff hole didn't bode well for Chumley, who hit an early tree and struggled to find his footing. Meanwhile, Brown's drive left him with a long putt for birdie, but he couldn't capitalize on the opportunity. Luckily, Perry and Renner also missed their birdie putts, leaving the door open for both Chumley and Brown.
Undeterred by their wobbly start, both golfers regrouped and focused on the next challenge. The second playoff hole proved to be a turning point, as all four players landed in the island green of Hole 17. Despite Perry's impressive sidearm skip over the hay bale barrier, he couldn't convert his putt.
Brown then made the decisive move, sinking a 28-foot putt for birdie and securing his spot in the championship. Chumley wasn't far behind, draining a 20-footer to join Brown in the winner's circle.
When asked about his strategy on Hole 17, Chumley revealed that he relies on his sidearm skills, which proved to be a winning combination. "I feel really confident throwing Hole 17 because I'm a sidearm dominant thrower," he said proudly.
The Rock Hill weather provided an ideal backdrop for the tournament, with clear skies and mild temperatures attracting over 80 players to the course. For some, it was a welcome change from previous years' wet conditions. Stephen Schroeder of Charlotte, who had struggled to qualify in the past, was relieved to have a chance to shine.
Meanwhile, Cody Bradshaw of Fredericksburg, VA, was thrilled to make his USDGC debut after shooting -2 and securing one of the top spots. His putting prowess proved to be the deciding factor on the day.
The five golfers – Bradshaw, Schroeder, Forehand, Chumley, and Brown – will reconvene at Winthrop for the first round of the USDGC on Wednesday. Stay tuned to usdgc.com and discgolfworldtour.com for more updates from the championship.
This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/playoff-settles-monday-qualifying