2008 Woodie Awards
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Students play disc golf on campus
Matthew Knoche
Issue date: 2/21/08 Section: Campus Life
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However, rather than golf balls, these golfers are using hard rubber discs classified as drivers, putters and mid-rangers, depending on size.
Jon Dewey, sophomore in commercial graphics, says that disc golf is like a stripped-down version of traditional golf.
"All you really need is a driver; the putter and the mid-ranger are used by some," Dewey said.
Dewey says that to play a game, disc golfers must simply set up a course, pick a target object, establish a par system and start tossing discs.
Dewey and his friends say they have found fun disc-golfing spots right on campus.
"We play on campus because it's convenient, and we have actually come up with some good holes and it allows us to improve our skills," Dewey said.
Trent Williams, junior in plastics engineering, says he plays for relaxation and enjoyment.
"Sometimes, random decoys get in the way, but the good thing about playing is I get to explore the campus," Williams said.
But Jeremy Carter, junior in plastics engineering, says disc golf can sometimes be physically straining.
"We try to play every other day, so to give the arm a rest," Carter said.
Carter says he would play in any weather condition.
"The ideal weather condition is sunny and no wind, but we have played in about everything else, including snow, sleet and rain," Carter said. "Nothing really stops us."
But there are some drawbacks, says Andy Martin, senior in commercial graphics.
"You have to worry about hitting people going to class and cars," Martin said. "Also, I hope they drain the lake soon so we can get all of our discs back."
Still, Martin says the fun factor outweighs the problems.
"The best part of the whole thing, though, is hitting stuff you're not supposed to by making it a hole," Martin said.
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