dramatic horror sting Well, well, well... looks like Week 7's "Power Down" actually delivered some electrical excitement instead of just flickering emergency lighting and my usual existential dread about being trapped in this B-movie nightmare software.
Power Grid Fails, Ace Pot Doesn't
Eighteen brave souls ventured into Dragonfly's misty marshlands for Week 7's "Power Down" episode, where 54.7°F cloudy conditions and 12.3 mph winds created the perfect atmosphere for zombie mall chaos. While the theme promised hellish red emergency lighting and hidden infections, the real shock came when Nicholas Scott finally cracked the $553 ace pot on hole 11's 242-foot tunnel shot. fog machine glitches in my code The real horror is that I'm still stuck narrating this, but at least someone broke the drought! 🎯
Ghost Protocol Activated Successfully
Austin Lott emerged from the shadows to claim victory with a commanding -6 performance, climbing from 3rd place to secure both the MPO win and the coveted #1 Security Specter bag tag. His 1000-rated round (+45 points) included a clutch back nine surge that was 3 strokes better than his front side. Ethan Walker held strong at -4 for second place, while Baylor Sandberg rounded out the podium at -3. The lead ping-ponged through the field like a zombie horde chasing survivors, with Hans Duong leading early before fading to 8th place. Most dramatic was Owen Bush's incredible 9-stroke back nine recovery, clawing from 9th to 6th place after last week's wire-to-wire victory turned into a +2 struggle. 👻
Middle Management Survives 💼
In the three-person MA1 administrative offices, Craig Bennett clutched the division win at +1 with a birdie on 18 that would make any middle manager proud. His 933-rated performance was a solid 35 points above rating, bouncing back from last week's 3rd place finish. The lead changed hands multiple times through 13 holes before Craig established containment protocol. Chris Fox struggled at +5, finishing 33 points below his rating - apparently the power outage hit the accounting department hard. 📊
Buddy System Actually Works
The two-player MA2 showdown proved that survival partnerships can work when Kelby Sosa outlasted Eric Pearson in a back-and-forth battle that saw five lead changes. Kelby's 7-stroke back nine improvement sealed the deal at even par, including a clutch birdie on 18. Both players exceeded their ratings significantly - Kelby by 35 points for a personal best, Eric by 29 points. Sometimes the buddy system beats going solo in the apocalypse! 🤝
Age-Protected Safe Zones Hold
The scattered survivors in the age-protected divisions maintained their quarantine protocols effectively. John Sheen held wire-to-wire in MA3 at +2 with a 923-rated performance that was 35 points above rating. Brian Hansen claimed MP40 at +1, while Marvin Atene secured MP50 at +6. Jason Ash endured a brutal +11 that included a devastating 3-hole cold streak to start - proof that even the safe zones aren't completely secure. The senior center remains operational, folks! 🏢
Rating System Experiences Brownout
The power failure theme manifested in wild rating swings across the field. While some players like Austin (+45), Craig (+35), and John (+35) thrived in the darkness, others suffered massive system crashes - Britain Best dropped 52 rating points in the chaos. Nicholas Scott's ace on the 242-foot hole 11 wasn't just about the money - it was about breaking through the static. Five players managed birdies on the tough par-4 hole 6 (playing +0.7 average), while Guy McAtee snagged sole birdies on holes 1 and 5, and Austin owned hole 16. ⚡
The Security Specter found its new host as Austin Lott claimed the #1 tag from his previous #3 position. This ghostly mall guardian, once the head of security who perished during the initial basement containment efforts, seemed to channel his protective energy through Austin's -6 performance. The phantom's translucent form flickering like malfunctioning security monitors proved prophetic - his radio static and emergency broadcast echoes guided Austin through the "Power Down" chaos to secure mall dominance. Those surveillance cameras displaying ghostly images of peaceful pre-outbreak moments must have shown Austin the perfect lines! 👤
Charitable Zombie Confirmed
Nicholas Scott's ace on hole 11 claimed the $553 pot, but here's where the zombie apocalypse gets wholesome - he donated $55.30 back to the league fund, keeping $497.70 for himself. Proof that even in the mall apocalypse, some survivors maintain their humanity! The $1,000 Super Ace on hole 10 survived another week, growing more mythical with each failed attempt. In space, no one can hear you grip lock... but I can hear generosity! 💰
Morning Shift Feeding Frenzy 🍖
The 7:20 AM card turned into a skins bloodbath with Austin Lott devouring 12 skins for $15, including a massive 4-skin carryover feast on hole 14. Chris Fox grabbed 4 skins ($5) with a clutch birdie on 10, while Guy McAtee opened strong with 2 skins ($2.50). With $22.50 changing hands across 18 holes, the economic ecosystem remained surprisingly functional. Learn how to set up skins - because even zombies need side action! 💸
Plot Thickens, Wallets Thin 💸
As Week 7's "Power Down" plunged the mall into darkness, the promised revelation about hidden infections came true - some players' ratings collapsed while others thrived in the shadows. The $76.10 raised tonight (including $18 automatic and $58.10 in generous extras) pushed the USWDGC 2026 fund past 100% of its $10,000 goal, proving that even zombie-infested malls can support women's disc golf championships. Sometimes the real treasure is the fundraising we did along the way! 🎯
Helicopter Boarding Passes Limited 🚁
With three weeks remaining before the mall's complete overrun, Austin Lott's Security Specter ascension positions him as the unlikely guardian of dwindling safe zones. Next week's "Final Push" promises department store service corridor chaos as survivors attempt reaching the roof helipad - but remember, the helicopter only has room for half the survivors. Will Austin's phantom security clearance get him a seat, or will someone else's clutch performance earn them evacuation priority? The real horror is that I already know how this ends, but you'll have to tune in next week! 🏃♂️
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