The inaugural event was run as an unsanctioned tournament, but by 2012, with a whole year to plan out details and market the experience, Heinold had a full blown PDGA A-tier. Names like Catrina Allen, Sarah Hokom, and Nikko Locastro all found the top of the podium early on as several stars made the Ledgestone Insurance Open part of their annual tour schedule. Even with the influx of high-level pros attending on a yearly basis, the tournament wasn’t yet recognized on a national level as a popular event.
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Hills, Hot Rounds, and Hamsters - The History of the Discraft Great Lakes Open
Andrew Choragwicki
Yes, the Great Lakes Open - Discraft’s hometown showcase, the site of Paul McBeth’s famous 18-under, and a mainstay on the Disc Golf Pro Tour - began with the death of a small rodent named Weenie. On August 29, 1982, the hamster’s legacy was honored at the 1st Annual Weenie Memorial.
What the pros throw: Putt and Approach
Andrew Choragwicki
Hey Ledgestone fans! Wouldn’t it be nice to be able to throw what the pros throw? At worst, wouldn’t it be nice to know why and when they throw what they throw so you can learn how to replicate it? We’ve heard your burning questions and we’d like to help....
Understanding Discraft Putt and Approach Discs
Andrew Choragwicki
Hello Ledgestone fans! Discraft has provided some fantastic molds to disc golfers around the world through their sponsorship of the Ledgestone event. This program gives access to limited-edition runs, artwork, and plastics. Today we’re going to pay homage to the disc category that has completed courses and finished holes to...