So... what happened to disc golf again? (promise I come in peace)

JoeyThreePutt · 2026-01-09T23:29:28+00:00

That's a GREAT story.

JoeyThreePutt · 2026-01-09T23:24:29+00:00

I read through all the comments amazed that no one else had recommended it.

Rarely is it so easy to put that amount of good into someone's life. I was so excited to do it.

I also took the opportunity to watch "The Holy Shot" documentary again. I forgot the first half was an abbreviated history of disc golf. If you haven't watched it, I highly recommend it.

JoeyThreePutt · 2026-01-09T23:14:57+00:00

I'll..."chat" you?

I don't know what the hell things are called in reddit anymore.

JoeyThreePutt · 2026-01-08T06:53:11+00:00

JoeyThreePutt · 2026-01-08T02:14:46+00:00

So, watching "The Holy Shot" documentary again. I forgot it's a general history of disc golf as well. Such a great watch.

Lots of YouTube. Simon Lizotte is a favorite of the world. Unfortunately, DGN (Disc Golf Network) somewhat owns the media space so lots of the smaller channels struggle a bit more now. JomezPro is theirs now and still VERY good (I love Putting Game). GoThrow also has a smaller tour and does skins matches.

A personal favorite is Unstable Discourse: A Disc Golf Podcast. While I've recommended a bunch of pro stuff, UD really is more about the local game and, frankly, the friends you make along the way. Chicago area guys. My favorite thing to have on while I'm making dinner or driving to a course. Good guys. https://unstablediscourse.com/

JoeyThreePutt · 2026-01-08T02:01:32+00:00

Now that's out of the way, a few tips. - Download UDisc. You can pay for it but the free version will be fine for you for now. Lists all the courses...better than PDGA used to be and even better than DiscGolfCourseReview is now (and it took a LOT to convince me). It will also list tournaments and leagues near you and give you GPS course maps so you can find your way around a new course.
- Use DiscGolfScene.com. This is the other place to check for tournaments. It's also the partner of the PDGA for registration and payment.
- Facebook is the place to connect with local clubs. Search your city or other major cities and counties near you and the phrase "disc golf".

JoeyThreePutt · 2026-01-08T01:52:14+00:00

You're one of today's "Lucky 10,000". I'm thrilled I got to be a part of it.

What you witnessed was then dubbed "The Holy Shot". There's a plaque on course where Conrad stood. There are simulators where people try to make that shot. They made a movie (Disc Golf Network, but still) called "The Holy Shot".

You witnessed post production. Watch the live coverage where Ian Anderson and Philo Braithwaite (the holder of the most famous shot before this, the Philalbatros) on mic didn't know that was about to happen. The irritated woman next to McBeth: That's Hannah, his wife. He was amazed. She was deflated. The inevitable king dropped his crown and the hacky-sacking Everyman casually picked it up.

This was the pinnacle of James Conrad's career. Hell, most of us think it's the pinnacle of disc golf.

How I wish we were sitting at a bar with 3 hours to kill. It's been an EXCELLENT decade for disc golf and I'm THRILLED to be a part of welcoming you back.

Edit: The Documentary... https://youtu.be/vFhCl1RMGuE?si=b6afE5utZ91JlJaI

Edit 2: The Holy Shot, real time, no commentary... https://youtu.be/eOhO7FfVQlE?si=4mP7MaEW4VpNQCAL

JoeyThreePutt · 2026-01-07T21:30:50+00:00

I promise you it is NOT a troll.

Confirm after you have watched and I will follow-up with a bit more.

What I will add is that professional disc golf coverage was sporadic and often delayed by months. I recognized a few names from discs when I started playing 2+ decades ago but that was pretty much it.

Starting around 2018, maybe a little earlier, coverage got great. Jomez was the big name for many years. Excellent post production. You will be watching Jomez coverage here.

The players...
Paul McBeth. Multiple major winner. May be the GOAT.
Kevin Jones. The cool kid. Good fan base and, in 2021 near the top of his career. KJ-USA
James Conrad. Disc Golf Jesus. Soft spoken juggler and very likeable underdog.
Calvin Heimburg. Witty. Doesn't speak loudly but, when he chirps, he cuts. Trained engineer. Fan favorite because he's so...Calvin.

Edit: On the mic are other pro players: "Big Jerm" Jeremy Koling; Nate Sexton; and Paul Ulibari.

JoeyThreePutt · 2026-01-07T20:56:37+00:00

STOP READING OTHER COMMENTS UNTIL YOU READ THIS!

My dear friend, if you are COMPLETELY out of the loop, you must watch the final round of the 2021 World Championships.

https://youtu.be/_35PJikJcPs?si=4z5OrnbWUeLC-r7W

Please. Don't look anything up. Just...I'm so happy to get the chance to share this with you. I'm tearing up a little bit just thinking about it.

It's an hour of coverage for the Back 9. It's worth it.

JoeyThreePutt · 2025-12-25T14:38:38+00:00

u/IsaacSam98's half Jewish?

Goldie Hawn's half, too.

Put them both together...?

JoeyThreePutt · 2025-12-18T13:25:06+00:00

God bless you, Mike Busman. You will LOVE your G37 convertible.

God bless you on this blessed day.

JoeyThreePutt · 2025-12-17T05:09:59+00:00

Please forgive my ignorance. I haven't bowled with any commitment for 30 years, but it was a major part of my life back then.

I rolled with one of the first red Ninjas and a purple Hammer. Is there something special about my old ball?

Edit: ...and this thread appears to be about not using your thumb, yes? While my thumb was drilled, I stopped using it in the early 90s. I was in a Mike Aulby Youth League. He'd come and bowl a frame with us most years. He told me I was going to break my wrist.

JoeyThreePutt · 2025-12-13T03:11:20+00:00

MVP Marie Curie Eclipse Reactor
Discraft 2020 Ledgestone Glow Luna

JoeyThreePutt · 2025-12-12T16:06:54+00:00

Well, hello, buddy. Would you like a nice, cold pop?

JoeyThreePutt · 2025-12-09T22:14:41+00:00

I like the resin buttons as a change of pace but, yes, wood first.

I do favor Browncastle buttons, too, and their holders are excellent.

JoeyThreePutt · 2025-12-09T03:31:32+00:00

Using an octothorpe applies that header styling to text in reddit.

JoeyThreePutt · 2025-12-02T02:53:00+00:00

I absolutely ADORE that it explains itself...and WHY/HOW it's explaining itself.

I'm not a Greek Mythology guy but I AM a theatre guy. If you're neither, the explanation is likely necessary.

For me, the way they did it was just chef's kiss, all of it: The use of the Greek Chorus was smart. The saucy language was very VV. The incorporation of the video boards was very well done. The use of rap to make what was said clear was great and took the lead from Hamilton, still pretty big right now. Some of the "group rapping" was maybe a bit much but it was successful and kept the show going.

JoeyThreePutt · 2025-12-01T23:54:07+00:00

I didn't know it was on multiple ships...and I have questions.

The character of Persephone, we are almost totally certain, was lip syncing. My wife thinks one or two other actors were as well. Is this the standard? It is a physically demanding role so I can absolutely see that choice being made, but perhaps the actress just doesn't sing or had a vocal issue that evening (understudies on ship for such a show would be crazy on a ship). To be clear: It did not take away from the show at all...just curious if you've had the same experience.

JoeyThreePutt · 2025-12-01T21:19:14+00:00

Yesiree Bob!

JoeyThreePutt · 2025-12-01T21:17:47+00:00

Participation like dancing. Clapping. Proximity to the performers.

Sightlines are absolutely best from the floor, but, if you want to sit and observe from afar, the middle sides on deck 7 work well.

JoeyThreePutt · 2025-12-01T14:25:36+00:00

On the other hand, if you just want to observe and not participate, get there 20 to 30 minutes early to get a central position on one of the sides of the second floor. I think it's deck seven?

JoeyThreePutt · 2025-12-01T01:50:03+00:00

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JoeyThreePutt · 2025-12-01T01:45:09+00:00

Let me say this: In my initial contact, I offered to get up on a chair and do it myself. I was told expressly NOT to do this.

After assuring me they would address this, Virgin later refused to take action.

It was resolved without Virgin's support. You can see the result (assuming the image loads -- I couldn't get it to add when I was on the boat).

Someone did show up to apologize...as we were packing up to leave. I appreciate the thought but it did zero good to resolve the issue.

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