Wild West of Disc Golf: 2018 Amateur World Doubles Championships Kick Off

The sun-kissed hills of Texas are set to host the first major disc golf event of the year as the 2018 Amateur World Doubles Championships tees off in Mt. Vernon this week. The prestigious tournament is one of seven PDGA Majors on this year's calendar, and it promises to be an exciting showcase for amateur teams from around the world.

Taking place across two properties - Selah Ranch and Trey Texas Ranch - the event will feature 87 teams competing over four John Houck-designed courses. As part of the championship format, teams will face a unique test in the finals on Sunday: four holes of Worst Throw, a challenging and unpredictable format that demands skill and strategy.

While fans may not be familiar with some of the top competitors, they can look forward to creative team names inspired by pop culture, puns, and humor. Here's our countdown of the top 10 favorite team names:

At number 10 is "Par None", a tongue-in-cheek reference to the Texas spirit. The name raises questions about the team's performance: are they consistently good or perpetually struggling?

Coming in at number 9 is "Wind & Wave", an apt description for the relaxed and seasoned Am Masters 40+ squad, which includes one player who affectionately calls himself "Funky Cold Medina".

The 8th spot goes to "Dude, Where's My Par?", a playful nod to the classic film that has become a staple of millennial culture.

At number 7 is "The Bogey Men", a clever reference to the bogeys that often plague golfers. The team's name is a subtle yet effective play on words.

Number 6 sees Team Shrilla aka Shark slash Gorilla take the stage, with its creative origin story and imaginative name earning it bonus points.

In fifth place are "Red Hot Chili Putters", a team that hopes to avoid throwing their shots under the bridge or finding higher ground. The name is a groan-inducing but lovable dad joke.

Coming in at number 4 are "Raiders of the Lost Marker", an Indiana Jones-inspired team name that conjures up images of adventure and exploration on the disc golf course.

At number 3 is "Air B&B", a pun that earns bonus points for its timeliness. The team, consisting of Bruce Arnett and Brad Creech, raises questions about their living arrangements during the event.

Number 2 sees "Jurassic Parked" take the stage, leaving little to be said or imagined.

Finally, at number 1 is "Whatabogey", an homage to the iconic Texas burger chain Whataburger. The team's name is a clever reference to the major and its home state.

For fans looking for more information about the tournament, PDGA.com will provide live updates throughout the weekend, along with social media coverage from various channels.

This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/top-10-am-worlds-doubles-team-names