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Disc Golf Fans Upset At Discraft Great Lakes Open
Disc Golf Fans Upset At Discraft Great Lakes Open - Discussion and Debate The disc golf community is abuzz with controversy over a recent tournament change, leaving fans feeling frustrated and unsure about what's next. Jefferson from DGlo breaks down why fans are upset, discussing the introduction of a new scoreboard ranking system that's finally giving attention to the so-called postseason. Ian Anderson weighs in on another hot topic: should discs be sponsored exclusively by Discraft during title events? The discussion also touches on the debate over standardization of flags across all baskets and how it affects gameplay. Jefferson invites fans to share their thoughts on these topics, including the best way for commentators to name discs during coverage. With the added bonus of a new leaderboard, DGPT points are finally relevant - but at what cost? Will this change improve or detract from the game? Join Jefferson as he explores the intricacies of disc golf and what it means for fans.
Disc golf fans react to controversy at the Discraft Great Lakes Open, featuring Paige Pierce, Paul McBeth, and more.
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I am inevitable. >> What is up, Gany fam? Gam fam. >> It's too late for a spoiler warning, so might as well just stick around. I'm Jefferson from the disc golf world, and alongside me is always the one with all the holes in his game, Swiss cheese, breaking down why fans are so upset after DGlo. But before that, this video is sponsored by well, no one. So, pick up some disc golf world today. Hit us up for the details. If you didn't notice the new scoreboard ranking or you were confused what the hell it meant, well, it's playoffs, baby. And those DGPT points no one ever talks about are finally relevant. Green means the players inside the cup for the Tour Championship. Red indicating they have yet to qualify. If you don't know what that means, you can look it up by yourself. A neat feature that finally gives attention to the so-called postseason. Some online are asking if all baskets should have flags or not. Let us know how you feel about the standardization of flags in the comments below. And while you're down there, how about dropping a subscribe? This might be another way to add additional sponsors as well. Way more creative than what they got going on now. Plus, logos can clearly and consistently be seen throughout coverage and are visible for any highlights that will be shared across social media. Speaking of creative ways to entice sponsors, Brian Airheart asked fans what they thought the best way for commentators to name discs during coverage is. This was a hot topic that Ian Anderson jumped in on after somebody asked if Discrouts Inova. Ian gave his defense, but that did open up the discussion on whether this is fair for sponsors. Should Inova get call outs for a Discr sponsored event? Should that be an exclusive perk when giving out money to be the title of the tournament? Allegedly, this has already been a complaint in the past as well. My opinion is different discs are essential to the game and create possible dialogue for commentators to use and spin a conversation. Let me preface also this should not be a crutch for every shot, but can be used in specific moments to tell the story of specific players. I think it would be ideal if OTB Infinite Discs 1010 or...
