Frozen Truth

Frozen Fairways and Fiery Finishes: The Truth Behind the Ice

The icy winds of Art Dye howled like a banshee, and the discs flew like ghosts in the night. As the seventh week of the Phoenix Series unfolded, the players battled not just each other, but the chilling presence of the Ice Phoenix. The shifting winds and icy conditions added an extra layer of challenge, but the top players rose to the occasion, delivering performances that were as dramatic as they were impressive.

In the MA2 division, Kaden Mecham and Jon White traded the top spot multiple times, with Kaden reclaiming the lead on hole 17 with a clutch putt. His final score of -4 was a testament to his ability to handle pressure, and his victory was well-deserved. The MPO division saw Tyler Waldo dominate after hole 4, finishing with an impressive -8. His birdie on hole 18 was a thing of beauty, a perfect end to a dominant performance.

The MA40 division was a back-and-forth battle between Clint Karren and Garrett Peterson, with Clint ultimately securing the win with a steady performance on the back nine. In MA3, Eric Pearson took the lead on hole 10 with a birdie, finishing at +1 to claim the top spot. The MA1 division was a rollercoaster of lead changes, with Trace James emerging victorious after a strong finish, including a birdie on hole 18.

The MP40 division saw Kenneth Oetker take the lead on hole 11 with a birdie, finishing at -7 to secure the win. In FA2, Marta Villa's consistent play earned her the top spot, while Jared Cloward led the MA4 division from start to finish with a steady performance.

The CTP shot of the day came from Scott Belchak, whose drive on hole 13 was tighter than a new pair of disc golf shoes, landing just inches from the pin. It was a moment of precision that highlighted the skill and focus required to excel in such challenging conditions.

As the icy winds swept across Art Dye, the players battled not just each other, but the chilling presence of the Ice Phoenix. The multiple lead changes and dramatic finishes mirrored the unpredictable nature of the Ice Phoenix mystery, leaving us all wondering what's next. With the final round of the Phoenix Series approaching, the stakes have never been higher. The truth is out there, and it's colder than ever.