Alaska Disc Golf Championship Recap | Anchorage News

0:00It's September 6th. Welcome to Anchorage News Today, powered by AI, I'm Corey with the story. Alright, let's talk about the Alaska State Disc Golf Championships happening in Fairbanks this weekend. We've got close to 100 players hitting the courses at Birch Hill and to Non-A Lakes for a 3-day showdown. The competition is fierce, especially with players coming in from outside the interior, which really pushes everyone to step up their game. This event is also seeing the defending state champion, Jared O'Brien, compete in Fairbanks for the very first time. He's a two-time winner and has been on tour in the lower 48 this year, hoping to bring that experience back to Alaska and defend his title. He's been impressed with the technical, wooded courses here, calling them very Alaskan. It's not just the guys though, the sport is growing for women in Alaska, and this tournament is a testament to that. While there are still more men participating, the number of women is on the rise. Organizers are excited to see eight women competing this year, which is a significant

1:00increase in the largest turnout the club has ever seen. Day 2 brought some challenging weather with rain making things slick. Players had to deal with wet discs and hands, leading to some unpredictable throws. The winds stayed down, thankfully, but everyone is hoping for clearer skies for the final day of competition. Similarly, beyond the competition, it's about the community and the love for the game. Players are enjoying the chance to be outdoors, connect with others, and just have a good time. It's a great way to get out, play, and meet new people. All while chasing that championship title.