Vibram Open Preview | Professional Disc Golf Association
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The final stretch of the 2010 PDGA National Tour is underway, with the best disc golfers in the world converging on Leicester, Massachusetts for the prestigious Vibram Open at Maple Hill. With seven National Tour events and the World Championships now complete, players are racing against time to climb the Woodchuck Cider Drive standings, which will ultimately determine the PDGA Player of the Year.
Current leader David Feldberg has already racked up an impressive 482 points, thanks in part to wins at the Memorial Championship, Carolina Clash, and Minnesota Majestic. However, with only a handful of events remaining, Feldberg's margin for error is shrinking by the day. Nate Doss, who trails Feldberg by just 27 points, will be looking to capitalize on any mistakes made by his rival.
In the women's standings, Valarie Jenkins has once again taken the top spot, but second-place Liz Carr and third-place Desiree Reading are still very much in contention for a podium finish. To close the gap, they'll need to perform at their best over the challenging courses that lie ahead.
The Vibram Open is no ordinary event, however. Under the expert direction of Steve Dodge, PDGA 2009 Co-tournament Director of the Year, this tournament has become the gold standard for disc golf events. With its intricate layout and commitment to creating a welcoming atmosphere, Maple Hill has earned a reputation as one of the sport's most beloved courses.
Dodge, who has dedicated his family's land trust to promoting disc golf, has assembled an impressive team of volunteers to help bring this vision to life. As Co-tournament Director, he has also successfully integrated some of the innovative elements that made the US Disc Golf Championship a success, including player qualification and enhanced media coverage.
This weekend, nearly 180 players from across the nation will converge on Maple Hill to compete for the coveted top spot in the Woodchuck Hard Cider points standings. But it's not just about winning – the Vibram Open is also a celebration of the sport's enduring spirit of camaraderie and fun. As founder "Steady" Ed Headrick once said, "Whoever has the most fun wins!" Don't miss the action live from PDGA.com or the Live Feed from the Vibram Open!
This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/2010-vibram-open-preview