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Thinking about running a disc golf tournament… or wondering why some events feel amazing while others fall flat?In this episode of the Disc Golf Answer Man, I sit down with Scott Withers, TD Program Director for the Professional Disc Golf Association, to break down what actually goes into running a successful event.We talk about:How tournament directors shape the future of disc golfThe biggest mistakes TDs make (and how to avoid them)Why your first tournament experience matters more than you thinkHow technology has completely changed running eventsWhat separates a good event from a great oneThe new TD Training + Academy programs from the PDGAIf you’ve ever thought about running an event, or just want to understand how tournaments really work behind the scenes, this episode is packed with insight.One thing became really clear: local tournament directors are the front line of growing the sport.00:00 Introduction to Scott Withers and His Journey
03:06 Transitioning to Masters Level Play
05:50 The Importance of Tournament Directors
09:05 The TD Training Program Overview
12:02 Misconceptions About Running Tournaments
15:03 Impact of COVID-19 on Disc Golf
18:01 Common Mistakes by Tournament Directors
21:04 Understanding Disc Golf Event Types
23:59 The Evolution of Disc Golf Events
26:56 The Impact of Digital Scoring
29:30 Understanding Your Audience
30:53 Navigating Event Tiers and Regulations
34:11 Transparency in Tournament Directing
37:55 Creating a Welcoming Environment
39:32 Raising Standards in Tournament Setup
45:53 The Importance of Rules and Experience
49:02 Handling Difficult Conversations
53:29 Training the Next Generation of Tournament Directors
56:49 Must-Visit Events for Disc Golf EnthusiastsResources &
Links:PDGA TD Training Portal - https://www.pdga.com/td/trainingSend in your questions to https://DiscGolfAnswerMan.com
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Thinking about running a disc golf tournament… or wondering why some events feel amazing while others fall flat?In this episode of the Disc Golf Answer Man, I sit down with Scott Withers, TD Program Director for the Professional Disc Golf Association, to break down what actually goes into running a successful event.We talk about:How tournament directors shape the future of disc golfThe biggest mistakes TDs make (and how to avoid them)Why your first tournament experience matters more than you thinkHow technology has completely changed running eventsWhat separates a good event from a great oneThe new TD Training + Academy programs from the PDGAIf you’ve ever thought about running an event, or just want to understand how tournaments really work behind the scenes, this episode is packed with insight.One thing became really clear: local tournament directors are the front line of growing the sport.00:00 Introduction to Scott Withers and His Journey
03:06 Transitioning to Masters Level Play
05:50 The Importance of Tournament Directors
09:05 The TD Training Program Overview
12:02 Misconceptions About Running Tournaments
15:03 Impact of COVID-19 on Disc Golf
18:01 Common Mistakes by Tournament Directors
21:04 Understanding Disc Golf Event Types
23:59 The Evolution of Disc Golf Events
26:56 The Impact of Digital Scoring
29:30 Understanding Your Audience
30:53 Navigating Event Tiers and Regulations
34:11 Transparency in Tournament Directing
37:55 Creating a Welcoming Environment
39:32 Raising Standards in Tournament Setup
45:53 The Importance of Rules and Experience
49:02 Handling Difficult Conversations
53:29 Training the Next Generation of Tournament Directors
56:49 Must-Visit Events for Disc Golf EnthusiastsResources &
Links:PDGA TD Training Portal - https://www.pdga.com/td/trainingSend in your questions to https://DiscGolfAnswerMan.com

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