US Amateur Disc Golf Championships Heating Up as Players Fight for Sunday Lead

The second day of competition at the US Amateur Disc Golf Championships has come to a close, with the top players vying for position in what promises to be a thrilling finale on Sunday. The threat of rain that hung over the event on Friday never materialized, and the cloud cover broke through by noon, allowing players to take advantage of improved conditions.

However, despite the favorable weather, only one player was able to break 60, with Jeremy Johns achieving a remarkable score of 57. This exceptional round propelled him into second place on the leaderboard, just two strokes ahead of Ben Askren and Kevin Jones, who both carded 58s to tie for second.

Leif Swenson, a finalist from 2010, made significant strides in the rankings with his own 58, moving him up to third place just two shots behind Callaway. Meanwhile, Kevin Baldwin maintained his position on the top card, despite shooting a respectable 59 that tied the Single Round Average (SSA) for the day.

As the competition enters its final stretch, the top players are set to face off in what is expected to be a closely contested battle. Benjamin Callaway remains at the top of the leaderboard with an impressive score of -6, closely followed by Kevin Baldwin at -5 and Leif Swenson at -4. Jimmy Wiklanski rounds out the top four on the lead card with an even-par 62.

To get a glimpse into the skills that have brought these players to the forefront, we've included some highlights from their performances. Check out Jeremy Johns' impressive birdie shot on hole 15 and Leif Swenson's aggressive drive on the par-4 13th hole.

We'll be bringing you LIVE SCORING starting around 1:30pm Eastern on Sunday, so be sure to tune in for the thrilling conclusion of the US Amateur Disc Golf Championships. In the meantime, take a look at some of our photos from throughout the day and check back soon for more updates from the PDGA Media section.

For a closer look at the competition, Zak Fortuna shows how to birdie the 915-foot Hole 3 in one of our videos, while Steven Eyeberg from Minnesota demonstrates his skills on Hole 5. We also feature David Milewski's approach shot on hole 6 and Brandon Day's birdie putt on the same hole.

Finally, take a look at some of the players who have made it to the top card on Sunday, including Scott Ryther, Mitchell Giese, and Guy Herron. And don't forget to check out our Lizard Games feature, where players can test their skills in a fun and competitive environment.

As we approach the final day of competition, all eyes will be on the leaders as they fight for the championship title. Don't miss out on the excitement – tune in on Sunday for LIVE SCORING and follow the action from the US Amateur Disc Golf Championships.

This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/usadgc-6-5-4-3-2-1