Young Guns Emerge as Champions at 2015 PDGA Amateur & Junior Disc Golf Worlds
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The 2015 PDGA Amateur & Junior Disc Golf Worlds presented by Bell's Brewery was a whirlwind of excitement, as 16 new champions emerged after an intense day of competition. The event, held in Kalamazoo, Michigan, drew 760 competitors from various divisions, who battled it out over eight days.
The tournament was a masterclass in organization and planning, with Tournament Director Larry LaBond and his team ensuring that everything ran smoothly, despite the challenging schedule. Nine different divisions began their semi-final rounds on three separate courses (Oshtemo, Spinski's, and Vicksburg) in the morning, while seven divisions skipped the semis and headed straight to finals at Timber Ridge.
As the morning finals got underway, it became clear that some of these young players were truly special. Anthony Anselmo, a 10-year-old phenom, showed incredible composure as he held onto his lead in the Junior Boys 10 & Under division, eventually tapping in for par on the final hole to claim the title.
In other Junior divisions, the battles may have been fierce, but ultimately, it was no contest. Kaylee Campbell, a talented young player from the Junior Girls 19 & Under division, finished ahead by seven throws, a testament to her skill and dedication.
But the story of the day wasn't just about the young guns – the Advanced Legends division provided some thrilling entertainment as Pete May and Chuck Hornsby battled it out for supremacy. In the end, May emerged victorious, securing his sixth Disc Golf World Championship title in the process.
Meanwhile, Jessica Hill, a relatively new player with only 15 months of experience under her belt, dominated the Advanced Women's division, averaging an unofficial rating of 916 and claiming the top spot by a whopping 30 throws. Her achievement is all the more impressive considering she's still relatively new to the sport.
The Advanced division final round between Izak McDonald and Anthony Barela was an absolute nail-biter, with the lead changing hands multiple times before Barela ultimately emerged victorious on the final hole. His incredible drive down the ski slope will be remembered for years to come.
As the 2015 PDGA Amateur & Junior Disc Golf Worlds came to a close, it's clear that these young champions are the future of disc golf. With their talent, dedication, and passion for the sport, we can't wait to see what they achieve in the years to come.
Congratulations to all 16 new champions who emerged from this incredible event!
This article was compiled from disc golf coverage with AI assistance. Source: pdga.com — https://www.pdga.com/2015-am-worlds-champions-crowned