Women's Disc Golf Champions Set to Battle in Jacksonville
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The stage is set for an epic showdown in Jacksonville, North Carolina as some of the world's top female disc golfers gather to compete in the 12th Annual United States Women's Disc Golf Championships. Taking place from September 24-26, this prestigious event marks the final stop on the National Tour for the women.
In the Open field, reigning champion Sarah Stanhope will look to defend her title, fresh off her World Championship victory. However, she'll face stiff competition from former national and world champions Elaine King, Des Reading, and Valarie Jenkins, among others. These elite players are all seeking a coveted PDGA Major title, making for a thrilling battle on the course.
The city of Jacksonville is proud to host this year's championships, which have their roots in the Carolinas dating back to 1999 when they were first held in Rock Hill, South Carolina. The event has since made stops in Peoria, Illinois; Huntsville, Alabama; and Quad Cities, Iowa before returning to its southeastern roots.
Organizers, led by Tournament Director Scott Knapp, are thrilled to bring the USWDGC back to North Carolina. The Jacksonville area offers a unique blend of military history and natural beauty, with some of the East Coast's most stunning beaches just a short drive from the courses. To celebrate their arrival, the ladies will enjoy a North Carolina-style pig pickin' Bar-B-Q dinner on Friday night, accompanied by live music at the player's party.
As the weekend unfolds, another set of national champions will be crowned in various divisions. Will reigning champion Stanhope successfully defend her title? Or will one of the former champions seize the crown? The 2010 USWDGC promises to be a closely contested affair, with any number of outcomes possible as the players battle it out on the course.
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On September 24-26 the women of Disc Golf will travel down to Jacksonville, North Carolina to compete in the 12th Annual United States Women’s Disc Golf Championships. For the Women, this is where the National Tour will make its final stop. A National Champion will be crowned in several different amateur and pro divisions. In the Open field, Sarah Stanhope is fresh off her World Championship, and hopes to defend her USWDGC title that she won last year in Quad Cities, Iowa. But, the competition will be fierce with former National and World Champions such as Elaine King, Des Reading, and Valarie Jenkins, and a field of other World Class disc golfers seeking a PDGA Major title, Sarah will have her work cut out for her.
The city of Jacksonville and the Onslow Flying Disc Association are proud to present this years PDGA United States Women's Disc Golf Championships. The USWDGC has its roots in the Carolinas and began in Rock Hill, SC in 1999. From 2002 until 2007 the event was held in Peoria, IL. During its six year stay in Peoria, Old Man & Mom Wallace really shaped the USWDGC into what it is today. Since the event left Peoria, the USWDGC has been hosted by Huntsville, AL (2008), and Quad Cities, IA (2009). This event has become the premier event for the women of disc golf.
The Onslow Flying Disc Association and Tournament Director Scott Knapp are thrilled to be hosting this year’s event. The Jacksonville Community is rich in military history, and some of the most beautiful beaches on the east coast are within a half hour drive from one of the courses. While in Jacksonville, the ladies will be treated to a North Carolina Style pig pickin’ Bar-B-Q dinner on Friday night, and a live band for entertainment at the player’s party after dinner.
By the end of the weekend another set of National Champions will be crowned in their respective divisions. Will the reigning champ defend her title, or will a former champion take her crown? But, let’s not be surprised if we are able to see a new champion emerge. The field is wide open for the 2010 USWDGC, and it should come down to the final putt. So let’s brace ourselves for what should be a showdown in Eastern North Carolina this weekend.
This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/2010-us-womens-preview