Toboggan Course Awaits the Best of the Best at 2023 USADGC

The crème de la crème of amateur disc golfers has descended upon Milford, Michigan, as the city prepares to host the 2023 United States Amateur Disc Golf Championships (USADGC). This prestigious tournament brings together the most skilled amateurs in the country, providing them with a unique opportunity to compete at the highest level and potentially launch their professional careers.

The USADGC has a rich history, dating back to its inception in 2002. Over the years, several players have used this event as a springboard to success, including Benjamin Callaway (2011), Colten Montgomery (2014), Anthony Barela (2015), Gavin Rathbun (2016), Kyle Klein (2019), and Robert Burridge (2021). These champions have demonstrated that winning the USADGC can be a catalyst for professional success.

The Toboggan Course at Kensington Metropark, designed by Jim Kenner of Discraft, has been the venue for this tournament since its inception. This challenging course is known for its consistent elevation changes and tight gaps through the woods. Even professionals struggle to navigate its tricky terrain, with the 2022 DGLO MPO field averaging only 1.5 strokes under par over three rounds.

This year's field features a talented array of players from across the United States, including Ryan Cambridge, Jayden Watkinson, and Brady Kuech from New Zealand. Watkinson, who has eight wins in 25 events played, including the 2022 New Zealand Disc Golf Championships, is the highest-rated player in the field at 996.

Indiana's Ryan Mulder checks in at 990, after finishing tied for eighth in 2022. He will be joined by fellow Hoosier Tanner Boggs (987) and Colorado's Lucas Carmichael (985), who round out the top four highest-rated players in the field.

The competition is expected to be fierce, with 148 players from 31 states vying for the top spot. Ace Run Pro will provide next-day post-production coverage on the PDGA's YouTube channel, while Crew 42 will cover the chase card with coverage being released next week.

The 2023 USADGC action gets underway on June 9, with a new U.S. Amateur National Champion crowned on Sunday. Will one of these talented amateurs emerge victorious and take their career to the next level? Only time will tell.

This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/news/major-step