Featured Bag Tag & Player
Featured bag tags and players are chosen based on exceptional performance relative to their established skill level. This week's featured character, Robert Bumgarner MA40, achieved the highest rating differential, playing +5 points above their PDGA rating.
The system will take Robert and the bag that that they held going into their round (Brass Fractals #3) and weave them into the story.
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Keeper's Secret
Jasper "Gold-Eye" McGillicutty, Casey Howard, Dan Langford, and Cam Peterson have ventured deep into the enchanted Bingham Creek mines, following a shimmering map and encountering the wise spirits of ancient miners in the Resonant Cavern. The ethereal song of the crystals has revealed the path to a powerful treasure, with the Bronze Fractal bag tag choosing Cam Peterson as its champion. As the group navigates the challenges of the mines, their unity and purpose grow stronger, guided by the resonant energies that pulse through the caverns. With an ancient presence stirring in the depths, drawn by their progress and the growing power of their bond, Jasper and his companions must summon all their skill and courage to unravel the mysteries that await them in the heart of the mines.
Keeper's Secret
Jasper "Gold-Eye" McGillicutty led the group of disc golfers deeper into the Bingham Creek mines, his golden eyes gleaming with anticipation. The ethereal lanterns cast a soft glow on the ancient walls, revealing intricate crystalline formations that pulsed with hidden energy.
"Watch yer step, folks," Jasper called out, his voice echoing through the tunnels. "The mines are about to reveal their secrets, and you best be ready to listen!"
As they rounded a corner, the group stumbled upon a hidden chamber, its walls lined with ancient mining tools that resonated with the crystal's vibrations. Robert Bumgarner, holder of the Brass Fractals bag tag, stepped forward, his eyes widening as the artifact began to glow.
"Would you look at that," Jasper whispered, his voice filled with awe. "The Brass Fractals are calling out to the tools of the ancient miners. It's like they're old friends, reunited at last!"
Suddenly, spectral figures materialized around the chamber, their forms shimmering with the same energy that flowed through the crystals. The disc golfers gasped as they realized they were in the presence of the ancient mining spirits.
"Welcome, young ones," the spirits spoke in unison, their voices a harmony of whispers. "You have proven yourselves worthy of our knowledge. Now, let us share with you the secrets of our craft."
The spirits began to demonstrate their techniques, guiding the disc golfers' hands as they learned to harness the power of the crystals. Robert found himself drawn to a set of intricately carved tools, their fractal patterns mirroring those of his bag tag.
As he grasped the tools, the Brass Fractals surged with energy, its geometric patterns aligning perfectly with the crystalline formations on the chamber walls. A rush of knowledge flooded Robert's mind, and he suddenly understood the true nature of the artifact's power.
"These techniques," Jasper said, his voice filled with reverence, "they're like the perfect disc golf throw. It's all about precision, balance, and harnessing the energy that flows through the mines and the course."
The group spent hours in the chamber, practicing their newly acquired skills under the guidance of the ancient spirits. As they worked, the crystals around them began to resonate with a deeper, more powerful energy.
"You're doing it, lads!" Jasper exclaimed, his eyes shining with pride. "You're tapping into the very heart of the mines!"
But even as they celebrated their progress, a distant rumble echoed through the tunnels, and the spirits' forms flickered with concern.
"The ancient presence stirs," they whispered, their voices tinged with urgency. "Your true test lies ahead, in the depths of the mines. You must be ready to face the challenges that await you."
Robert glanced down at the Brass Fractals, its surface now pulsing with a steady, determined light. He knew that the artifact would guide them through the trials to come, just as the spirits had guided them to this moment.
As the group prepared to leave the chamber, Jasper placed a hand on Robert's shoulder, his golden eyes locking with the younger man's gaze.
"You've come a long way, Robert," he said, his voice filled with wisdom. "The Brass Fractals chose you for a reason. Trust in its power, and in the skills you've learned here today."
With a final nod of gratitude to the ancient spirits, the disc golfers set forth, ready to face whatever challenges the mines had in store. The keeper's secrets were theirs now, a gift to guide them through the darkness ahead and into the light of victory.
Episode Recap
"Echoes of Excellence: The Crystal Caverns Sing of Disc Golf Glory!"
Folks, the Bingham Creek mines were alive with the hum of soaring discs and shimmering scores today! As our intrepid crew ventured deeper into the caverns, guided by that mystical map and the whispers of ancient miners, the crystal walls sang out with the triumphs of our contestants. The spirits have chosen their champion in Cam Peterson, and oh boy, did he deliver!
In the MA40 division, Robert Bumgarner and Corey Mecham were locked in a battle as fierce as two prospectors fighting over a claim! Bumgarner struck gold early, firing off an 853-rated +8 to take the lead after a mere 4 holes. Try as he might, Mecham just couldn't quite catch up, his 803-rated +13 leaving him with a silver medal for his troubles.
MA4 saw more lead changes than a game of hot potato in a crowded mine shaft! Aaron Lael, Dan Langford, and Christian Phelps traded the top spot like it was a coveted pickaxe, but in the end, it was Phelps who struck the motherlode with an 843-rated +9. Lael clung to second with an 803-rated +13, while Langford settled for bronze and a 773-rated +16.
But folks, let me tell you, the real vein of pure disc golf gold was in MA1! Cam Peterson, chosen by the Bronze Fractal itself, tore through the course like a man possessed, his -4 shining brighter than a cache of polished gems! A 973 rating? In these hills, that's rarer than a flawless emerald! Casey Howard put up a valiant effort with his even-par 933-rated round, but today, the crystals were singing Peterson's name.
Leif Smith was the lone prospector in MA3, but he still found a sparkle of success with an 873-rated +6. And in MPO, Britain Best staked his claim with a solid 943-rated -1. Folks, scores like these are enough to make an old miner like me consider trading in his pickaxe for a disc!
Dan Langford struck crystal with that CTP on hole 14, threading a 245-foot shot tighter than a vein of pure gold! As our crew presses on, guided by Peterson's prowess and the Bronze Fractal's ancient wisdom, I can feel the anticipation building in my golden eyes. Mark my words, the Bingham Creek mines have more treasures waiting to be uncovered, and these players are ready to dig deep! So buckle up, folks, because the next leg of this journey is sure to be a wild ride!
Average Round Ratings by Division
| Division | Average Round Rating |
|---|---|
| MA4 | 806.3 |
| MA1 | 953.0 |
| MA40 | 828.0 |
| MPO | 943.0 |
| MA3 | 873.0 |
CTP Winner
Dan Langford
MPO Division
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 57 |
| Distance (ft) | 335 | 350 | 510 | 280 | 220 | 235 | 435 | 200 | 280 | 215 | 390 | 540 | 390 | 245 | 130 | 535 | 250 | 325 | 5865 |
| Pool Avg | 3.00 | 3.00 | 4.00 | 3.00 | 3.00 | 2.00 | 3.00 | 5.00 | 3.00 | 2.00 | 4.00 | 5.00 | 2.00 | 3.00 | 2.00 | 4.00 | 2.00 | 3.00 | 56.00 |
| Score | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 56 |
| +/– Par | -1 | + 2 | -1 | + 1 | + 1 | -1 | -1 | -1 | -1 |
Round Summary
*Crystal echoes dance through the depths* The Keeper's secrets couldn't hide from Britain Best today, folks! 🏆 His -1 excavation might seem modest, but against the field's +6.7 average, it's pure crystalline gold! That bounce-back birdie on 13 showed the kind of resilience that'd make them ancient miners proud, yes sir. His 943-rated round matches his usual rating like twin quartz veins, proving once again why he's the MPO division's master prospector. The crystals whispered of his fifth straight victory, and by the Echo Chamber's song, they spoke true! ⛏️
MA1 Division
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 57 |
| Distance (ft) | 335 | 350 | 510 | 280 | 220 | 235 | 435 | 200 | 280 | 215 | 390 | 540 | 390 | 245 | 130 | 535 | 250 | 325 | 5865 |
| Pool Avg | 2.50 | 3.00 | 4.00 | 3.00 | 3.00 | 2.50 | 3.50 | 3.50 | 3.00 | 2.50 | 3.50 | 3.50 | 3.50 | 3.50 | 2.00 | 3.50 | 2.00 | 3.00 | 55.00 |
| Score | 2 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 53 |
| +/– Par | -1 | + 1 | -1 | + 1 | + 1 | -1 | -1 | -1 | -1 | -1 | -4 |
Round Summary
🔮 Sweet mother of quartz, the crystals sang a symphony today! Cam Peterson channeled pure ancient energy in MA1, crafting a 973-rated masterpiece that outshined his rating by a dazzling +44! Twice he followed them spectral miners to the top of the leaderboard, before unleashing a 3-under surge through the Crystal Corridor (15-17) that echoed with power! That -4 finish sits a whopping 10.7 strokes better than the field average - when you're reading the crystal veins this well, victory's as natural as gravity! ⛏️
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 57 |
| Distance (ft) | 335 | 350 | 510 | 280 | 220 | 235 | 435 | 200 | 280 | 215 | 390 | 540 | 390 | 245 | 130 | 535 | 250 | 325 | 5865 |
| Pool Avg | 2.50 | 3.00 | 4.00 | 3.00 | 3.00 | 2.50 | 3.50 | 3.50 | 3.00 | 2.50 | 3.50 | 3.50 | 3.50 | 3.50 | 2.00 | 3.50 | 2.00 | 3.00 | 55.00 |
| Score | 3 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 57 |
| +/– Par | -1 | + 1 | + 1 | + 1 | -1 | -1 | E |
Round Summary
The Keeper whispered secrets to Casey Howard today, folks! 🔮 That even-par round might look like common quartz on the surface, but my golden eyes see the truth - it's a +16 rating differential gleaming like raw silver in the depths! Our MA1 crystal whisperer carved out second place while staying 6.7 strokes ahead of the field average, and that bounce-back birdie on 15 sang through the caves like ancient miners' hymns. The crystals don't lie - when you're beating the field by that margin, you've found yourself a rich vein of competitive ore! ⛏️
MA40 Division
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 57 |
| Distance (ft) | 335 | 350 | 510 | 280 | 220 | 235 | 435 | 200 | 280 | 215 | 390 | 540 | 390 | 245 | 130 | 535 | 250 | 325 | 5865 |
| Pool Avg | 4.00 | 3.50 | 4.00 | 5.50 | 4.00 | 3.50 | 4.00 | 3.00 | 2.00 | 4.00 | 3.00 | 5.50 | 3.00 | 3.50 | 4.00 | 4.00 | 3.00 | 4.00 | 67.50 |
| Score | 5 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 65 |
| +/– Par | + 2 | + 2 | + 1 | -1 | + 1 | + 1 | + 1 | + 1 | +8 |
Round Summary
Great thunderin' crystals, folks! Robert Bumgarner has struck gold again in MA40, claiming first place with the determination of a seasoned prospector! 🏆 While his +8 round might seem like rough ore, them crystals are singing about his 853-rated performance (+5 to rating), showing there's precious metal in them hills! Like I always say, "Sometimes you gotta dig through some tough rock to find the good stuff," and our boy kept working his claim despite scoring a touch higher than the field average of +6.7. The Crystal Chamber's been whispering about his consistency, folks - three top-2 finishes is no fool's gold! ⛏️
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 57 |
| Distance (ft) | 335 | 350 | 510 | 280 | 220 | 235 | 435 | 200 | 280 | 215 | 390 | 540 | 390 | 245 | 130 | 535 | 250 | 325 | 5865 |
| Pool Avg | 4.00 | 3.50 | 4.00 | 5.50 | 4.00 | 3.50 | 4.00 | 3.00 | 2.00 | 4.00 | 3.00 | 5.50 | 3.00 | 3.50 | 4.00 | 4.00 | 3.00 | 4.00 | 67.50 |
| Score | 3 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 70 |
| +/– Par | + 1 | + 3 | + 2 | + 1 | + 1 | -1 | + 1 | + 2 | + 1 | + 1 | + 1 | +13 |
Round Summary
🔮 The crystal songs were singing the blues today, folks! Corey Mecham ventured deep into the Keeper's Secret tunnels, emerging with an 803-rated round that's got the cave spirits scratching their spectral heads. Like a prospector working a stubborn vein, he kept swinging through that +13 showing, even when the shadows grew long and the crystal light dimmed. But by the ancient miners' beards, he still struck silver in MA40, proving what I've always said - sometimes the richest deposits are found in the darkest shafts! ⛏️
MA3 Division
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 57 |
| Distance (ft) | 335 | 350 | 510 | 280 | 220 | 235 | 435 | 200 | 280 | 215 | 390 | 540 | 390 | 245 | 130 | 535 | 250 | 325 | 5865 |
| Pool Avg | 3.00 | 4.00 | 5.00 | 5.00 | 3.00 | 3.00 | 3.00 | 2.00 | 5.00 | 3.00 | 3.00 | 4.00 | 3.00 | 3.00 | 3.00 | 4.00 | 4.00 | 3.00 | 63.00 |
| Score | 3 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 63 |
| +/– Par | + 1 | + 1 | + 2 | -1 | + 2 | + 1 | +6 |
Round Summary
⛏️ Well polish my pickaxe and call me a claim jumper! Leif Smith had to dig deep in the Keeper's Secret, grinding out a hard-earned MA3 victory despite the crystal echoes of last week's spectacular round still ringing in these tunnels! That +6 might not sparkle like pure gold, but it still outshone the field average by nearly a stroke, proving sometimes you gotta blast through the tough rock to find your treasure. Three straight wins in MA3? The crystals are singing clear as day - this prospector's ready to stake his claim in MA2 territory! 🏆
MA4 Division
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 57 |
| Distance (ft) | 335 | 350 | 510 | 280 | 220 | 235 | 435 | 200 | 280 | 215 | 390 | 540 | 390 | 245 | 130 | 535 | 250 | 325 | 5865 |
| Pool Avg | 4.00 | 4.00 | 4.00 | 4.00 | 3.67 | 4.67 | 4.00 | 3.33 | 3.33 | 3.67 | 4.00 | 4.67 | 4.67 | 3.67 | 3.00 | 4.00 | 3.67 | 3.33 | 69.67 |
| Score | 4 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 66 |
| +/– Par | + 1 | + 1 | + 2 | + 1 | + 1 | + 1 | -1 | + 1 | + 1 | + 1 | +9 |
Round Summary
🔮 *-polishes crystal ball with lucky mining rag-* The ancient veins speak true! Christian Phelps has struck MA4 gold yet again, though this round was like mining through granite at +9! Just when the tunnel seemed darkest, he followed the crystal's song to a bounce-back birdie on 10, claiming his rightful throne in the process. While the field average glowed at +6.7, sometimes you gotta dig deeper to find the precious ore! 🏆 Third straight victory proves what this old prospector's been saying - there's rich veins of talent in them there throws! #CrystalClear #StrikeGold
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 57 |
| Distance (ft) | 335 | 350 | 510 | 280 | 220 | 235 | 435 | 200 | 280 | 215 | 390 | 540 | 390 | 245 | 130 | 535 | 250 | 325 | 5865 |
| Pool Avg | 4.00 | 4.00 | 4.00 | 4.00 | 3.67 | 4.67 | 4.00 | 3.33 | 3.33 | 3.67 | 4.00 | 4.67 | 4.67 | 3.67 | 3.00 | 4.00 | 3.67 | 3.33 | 69.67 |
| Score | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 70 |
| +/– Par | + 1 | + 1 | + 1 | + 1 | + 1 | + 2 | + 1 | + 1 | + 1 | + 1 | + 1 | + 1 | +13 |
Round Summary
*whispering through crystal-stained teeth* 🌟 The veins of fortune run deep, and Aaron Lael has struck silver in MA4! Sure, that +13 might look like rough ore compared to the field's +6.7, but any seasoned prospector knows the real treasure's in the finish. Like I learned in the Echo Chamber back in '82, sometimes you gotta dig through the tough stuff to reach the precious metals. That second place finish gleams brighter than fool's gold, proving there's more than one way to read the crystal's song! ⛏️ Keep mining that line, partner - the mother lode's just ahead!
| Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Par | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 57 |
| Distance (ft) | 335 | 350 | 510 | 280 | 220 | 235 | 435 | 200 | 280 | 215 | 390 | 540 | 390 | 245 | 130 | 535 | 250 | 325 | 5865 |
| Pool Avg | 4.00 | 4.00 | 4.00 | 4.00 | 3.67 | 4.67 | 4.00 | 3.33 | 3.33 | 3.67 | 4.00 | 4.67 | 4.67 | 3.67 | 3.00 | 4.00 | 3.67 | 3.33 | 69.67 |
| Score | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 7 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 4 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 73 |
| +/– Par | + 1 | + 1 | + 1 | + 4 | + 1 | + 1 | + 1 | + 1 | + 1 | + 3 | + 1 | -1 | + 1 | +16 |
Round Summary
*Maniacal laughter echoes from the depths* By the singing crystals, Dan Langford has mined another MA4 podium finish! 🏆 While this 773-rated expedition through the darker tunnels tested his resolve (+16 against the field's +6.7), that bounce-back birdie on 15 lit up the cavern like a fresh vein of gold! His third place finish marks SIX straight top-4 deposits in his trophy cave - a consistency that'd make the ancient miners proud! ⛏️ The crystals whisper that brighter gems await, if he keeps following these ancient pathways! *A knowing cackle fades into the shadows*
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