Throw Pink Disc Golf Events Shine Bright with Breast Cancer Awareness

This October, a record-breaking number of women and girls took to the disc golf courses as part of the PDGA's partnership with Throw Pink, a charity that aims to encourage women and girls to get active while raising awareness about breast cancer. The partnership resulted in an impressive 3,255 instances of women competing in gender-based divisions at C-tier and above tournaments worldwide.

According to the PDGA Women's Committee, which selects the charity for its annual breast cancer awareness fundraiser, Throw Pink was chosen once again as the beneficiary. This is the second consecutive year that the PDGA has donated to this worthy cause, demonstrating a long-term commitment to supporting women's health initiatives.

The PDGA sanctioned an astonishing 559 events globally in October, with 381 taking place in the United States and 178 in other countries. Texas led the way with 26 events, followed closely by Michigan and Ohio with 18 each, while California and Minnesota boasted 17 apiece. The remaining 19 states had at least ten women participants.

Among these events, some shone particularly bright due to their exceptional numbers of female competitors. The Clement Farm Women's Open in Haverhill, Massachusetts, topped the list with an impressive 71 gender-based competitors across ten divisions. This event, co-directed by Emily Braun and Kristen Brazile, aimed to be beginner-friendly and welcoming, especially for women who might feel intimidated joining the sport.

The Clement Farm Women's Open also partnered with Throw Pink to raise awareness about breast cancer, featuring Sara Nicholson, co-founder of the charity, as a special guest. Each player wearing pink received a commemorative gift, while hidden pink ribbons throughout the course symbolized the fight against breast cancer.

A staggering 1,991 women and girls participated in disc golf events within the United States alone, with Canada, Finland, Norway, Sweden, France, New Zealand, Germany, Australia, and Lithuania rounding out the top ten countries by participant count. The new collegiate division saw an impressive 60 competitors take part.

The PDGA's partnership with Throw Pink also extends to its CEP (Competition Endowment Program) events, which aim to raise funds for charitable causes. One such event, The OG Mamas' 11th Annual Breast Cancer Charity, raised an incredible $6,300 for City of Hope and $1,300 for St. Jude Children's Hospital.

The PDGA is committed to supporting women's health initiatives through its ongoing partnership with Throw Pink. As the organization continues to grow and expand its reach, it's clear that this collaboration will have a lasting impact on communities worldwide.

This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/news/2025-donation-throw-pink