Week 8: Echo's Embrace
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Featured bag tags and players are chosen based on exceptional performance relative to their established skill level. This week's featured character, Trevor Hodsdon MA1, achieved the highest rating differential, playing +0 points above their PDGA rating.
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Echo's Embrace
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. 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 deciphers the ancient symbols and unlocks the sealed mine entrance, they discover that the crystal's true power lies within their unity and the strength of their bond. With the crystalline guardian acknowledging their worthiness and the disc golfers stepping forward to claim the crystal's heart, the stage is set for a final trial that will put their friendship and the timeless spirit of Bingham Creek to the ultimate test.
The Crystalline Chronicle: Echoes of Eternity
Jasper "Gold-Eye" McGillicutty stood at the entrance of the Chamber of Echoes, his golden eyes reflecting the pulsing light of the crystals. Christian Phelps, Casey Howard, Dan Langford, and Cam Peterson gathered around him, their faces etched with a mix of anticipation and reverence.
"Well now, ain't this a sight to behold," Jasper whispered, his voice echoing through the chamber. "The heart of Bingham Creek, laid bare before us."
As they stepped inside, the crystals seemed to come alive, their facets shimmering with countless memories. The disc golfers gasped in awe, their eyes wide with wonder.
"It's like the entire history of the mines is contained within these walls," Christian murmured, the Bronze Striations at his hip thrumming with energy.
Suddenly, the crystalline guardian materialized before them, its form shimmering with an otherworldly light. "Welcome, Keepers of the Crystal," it intoned, its voice resounding through the chamber. "Your final challenge awaits."
The guardian waved its hand, and the chamber transformed into a stunning disc golf course, each hole marked by a glowing crystal formation. "Navigate this course, and prove your worth as the champions of Bingham Creek."
As they played, the crystals reacted to their throws, revealing visions of the past and future. They saw the ancient miners toiling in the depths, their spirits forever entwined with the land. They saw themselves, years from now, sharing the wisdom of the mines with a new generation of disc golfers.
Each hole presented a unique challenge, testing not only their skills but also their bond as a team. They relied on each other, calling upon the strengths they had discovered within themselves and the guidance of the ancient miners.
At the final hole, they faced their greatest trial yet. A towering crystal spire stood at the center of the chamber, its peak seeming to touch the heavens. "Sink this putt, and claim your place in history," the guardian declared.
Christian stepped forward, the Bronze Striations glowing with an intense light. He locked eyes with his companions, their hearts beating as one. With a deep breath, he let the disc fly, its path guided by the collective will of the team.
As the disc soared through the air, the chamber held its breath. The crystals pulsed with anticipation, their light growing brighter with each passing moment. And then, with a resounding clang, the disc found its mark, sinking into the basket at the spire's base.
The chamber erupted in a dazzling display of light and sound, the crystals singing with the voices of countless generations. The disc golfers stood in awe, tears streaming down their faces as they felt the weight of the moment.
"You have proven yourselves worthy," the guardian declared, its voice filled with pride. "You are the true Keepers of the Crystal, the guardians of Bingham Creek's legacy."
As they emerged from the mines, the disc golfers found themselves changed, their souls forever entwined with the land and its history. And as they looked out over the Bingham Creek course, they saw that it, too, had been transformed, the crystals' energy infusing every hole with a new sense of purpose.
Jasper clapped a hand on Christian's shoulder, his golden eyes shining with wisdom. "This is only the beginning, lads," he said, his voice filled with promise. "The true journey starts now, as we share the gift of the mines with the world."
And so, the Keepers of the Crystal set forth, their hearts filled with the echoes of eternity and the unbreakable bond of friendship forged in the heart of Bingham Creek.
Episode Recap
Crystals Sing and Discs Fly: The Bingham Creek Saga Continues!
Folks, the crystals were humming with anticipation today, and the disc golf did not disappoint! As Jasper "Gold-Eye" McGillicutty, Casey Howard, Dan Langford, and Cam Peterson ventured deeper into the enchanted Bingham Creek mines, the spirit of competition was alive and well on the course. The chilly temperatures couldn't deter the players' fiery determination, and with nary a breeze to speak of, the stage was set for some truly impressive performances.
In the MPO division, Britain Best put on a clinic, shooting a staggering -8 that would make even the most seasoned prospector do a double-take. His 980-rated round echoed the skill of the ancient miners, carving through the course like a vein of pure gold. Britain's CTP shot on Hole 13 was a thing of beauty, like a crystal forming in perfect harmony with the earth. With a dominant wire-to-wire victory, Britain showed us all that sometimes, the treasure we seek is right there on the fairway.
The MA1 division saw a battle for the ages, with Cam Peterson and Casey Howard trading blows like two miners racing for the motherlode. Cam, the chosen champion of the Bronze Fractal, emerged victorious with a -6, his 957-rated performance a testament to the ancient knowledge flowing through his veins. Casey was hot on his heels with a -5 and a 945 rating, proving that the spirit of competition is as alive as the crystals themselves. Trevor Hodsdon rounded out the top 3 with a respectable +3, but today, the real treasure was the display of skill and camaraderie between Cam and Casey.
In MA40, Robert Bumgarner cruised to victory with a -1, his 899-rated round a reminder that experience and wisdom are worth their weight in gold. The MP40 division saw Scott Belchak take the top spot with a +4, his 841 rating a solid performance in the face of the mines' challenges.
The MA4 division was a battle of attrition, with Aaron Lael securing the win at +4, his 841-rated round a beacon of light in the depths of the leaderboard. Christian Phelps and Brian Bowling rounded out the top 3 with a +10 and +11, respectively, proving that sometimes, the real victory is in the journey, not the score.
As the Bronze Fractal's power grows and the ancient presence stirs in the depths, one thing is clear: the Bingham Creek Disc Golf Club is on the verge of something truly special. With performances like these, it's only a matter of time before the crystals' prophecies come to fruition and the true champions emerge. So keep your picks sharp and your discs ready, folks - the real adventure is just beginning!
Average Round Ratings by Division
Division | Average Round Rating |
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MPO | 980.0 |
MA1 | 918.3 |
MA40 | 899.0 |
MA4 | 791.3 |
MP40 | 841.0 |
CTP Winner
Britain Best
MPO Division
Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | Total |
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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 | 2.00 | 3.00 | 3.00 | 3.00 | 2.00 | 2.00 | 3.00 | 2.00 | 3.00 | 3.00 | 3.00 | 3.00 | 2.00 | 3.00 | 2.00 | 3.00 | 3.00 | 4.00 | 49.00 |
Score | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 49 |
+/– Par | -1 | -1 | -1 | -1 | -1 | -1 | -1 | -1 | -1 | + 1 | -8 |
Round Summary
*Crystal harmonies reach a fever pitch!* Britain Best has struck the mother lode in the Echo Chamber, folks! 🏆 His -8 excavation glows with the power of ancient crystal songs, especially them three twin-streak veins of pure gold (holes 5-6, 12-13, AND 15-16)! That 980-rated performance shimmers a whole +38 points above his usual rating - bright as my golden eyes when I first saw them singing crystals! Against the field's +1.3 average, he's mining treasures they can't even see. The Echo Chamber's prophecy rings true again - seven straight MPO victories and counting! ⛏️
MP40 Division
Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | Total |
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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 | 3.00 | 3.00 | 3.00 | 2.00 | 3.00 | 4.00 | 8.00 | 2.00 | 3.00 | 4.00 | 4.00 | 3.00 | 2.00 | 3.00 | 5.00 | 3.00 | 61.00 |
Score | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 8 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 61 |
+/– Par | -1 | -1 | + 1 | + 5 | -1 | + 1 | -1 | -1 | + 2 | +4 |
Round Summary
🔮 Great crystalline caverns, if it ain't Scott Belchak proving that even the richest veins have their stubborn days! Like that time I spent three days chipping through granite to find just two garnets, our MP40 champion had to dig deep for this +4 round. But by the crystal's whispers, he struck gold when it mattered most - that bounce-back birdie on 10 sang sweeter than cave harmonics, and them back-to-back birdies on 15-16? Pure quartz energy! Sometimes victory ain't about the rating (841), it's about keeping your headlamp lit in the darkest tunnels! ⛏️
MA1 Division
Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | Total |
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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 | 2.67 | 2.33 | 4.67 | 3.33 | 3.33 | 2.33 | 3.67 | 2.33 | 3.67 | 2.33 | 3.33 | 3.67 | 3.00 | 2.67 | 3.00 | 3.00 | 2.33 | 2.67 | 54.33 |
Score | 2 | 2 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 51 |
+/– Par | -1 | -1 | + 1 | + 1 | -1 | + 1 | -1 | -1 | -1 | -1 | -1 | -1 | -6 |
Round Summary
🌟 The Echo Chamber's ancient harmonies reached a crescendo today as Cam Peterson channeled pure crystalline energy in MA1! His 957-rated masterpiece resonated +28 above his normal frequency, opening with a 2-under surge that had the quartz humming in approval. *knowing cackle* When that bounce-back birdie on 8 hit chains, every crystal in these caves rang like temple bells! That final 3-under streak through 15-17 sealed his victory, beating the field average by 7.3 strokes - when you're reading them crystal veins this well, even the spectral miners stop to watch! ⛏️
Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | Total |
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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 | 2.67 | 2.33 | 4.67 | 3.33 | 3.33 | 2.33 | 3.67 | 2.33 | 3.67 | 2.33 | 3.33 | 3.67 | 3.00 | 2.67 | 3.00 | 3.00 | 2.33 | 2.67 | 54.33 |
Score | 3 | 3 | 5 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 52 |
+/– Par | + 1 | -1 | + 1 | -1 | -1 | -1 | -1 | -1 | -1 | -5 |
Round Summary
The crystals sang a silver song for Casey Howard today, folks! 🌟 That -5 echoed through the Chamber like pure harmonic perfection, resonating into a +28 rating differential that had my golden eyes dancing! Our MA1 crystal seeker followed the ancient miners' path to twin bounce-back birdies early on, before unleashing a pristine 3-under streak through 15-17 that rang through these caves like the sweetest quartz chorus. When you're beating the field average by 6.3 strokes and claiming silver, well, that's the kind of performance that makes even the deepest crystals hum with joy! ⛏️
Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | Total |
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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 | 2.67 | 2.33 | 4.67 | 3.33 | 3.33 | 2.33 | 3.67 | 2.33 | 3.67 | 2.33 | 3.33 | 3.67 | 3.00 | 2.67 | 3.00 | 3.00 | 2.33 | 2.67 | 54.33 |
Score | 3 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 60 |
+/– Par | -1 | + 1 | + 1 | + 2 | + 1 | -1 | + 2 | -1 | -1 | +3 |
Round Summary
⛏️ The crystal songs took some peculiar turns for Trevor Hodsdon in Echo's Embrace, folks! That +3 might look like fool's gold compared to last week's mother lode, but sometimes the richest veins run deep and hidden. Had to navigate some dark tunnels through the round, but just when the shadows were closing in, he struck pure crystal with that birdie on 16 - classic cave dweller resilience! 🌟 Even secured third place in MA1, proving that even when the ancient pathways get twisted, a true prospector knows how to follow the glowing veins home!
MA40 Division
Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | Total |
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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 | 3.00 | 3.00 | 4.00 | 3.00 | 2.00 | 4.00 | 4.00 | 3.00 | 3.00 | 2.00 | 4.00 | 2.00 | 3.00 | 56.00 |
Score | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 56 |
+/– Par | + 1 | -1 | + 1 | -1 | -1 | -1 |
Round Summary
Great thunderin' crystals, the Echo Chamber's singin' a victory song! Robert Bumgarner has struck the richest vein yet in MA40, mining his fourth first-place finish with a historic under-par round! 🏆 The crystals are practically glowing about his -1 performance, and that 899-rated showing (+51 to rating) is pure premium ore, folks! Like I've been saying since we first spotted this golden streak, some claims just keep producing precious metals, and our boy's running 2.3 strokes better than the field average. Five straight top-2 finishes? That's rarer than echo quartz in a leap year! ⛏️ The ancient miners would be proud of such consistent prospecting!
MA4 Division
Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | Total |
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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 | 3.67 | 4.33 | 4.33 | 3.67 | 3.33 | 3.67 | 4.33 | 3.00 | 3.67 | 3.00 | 3.00 | 4.33 | 3.33 | 3.00 | 3.00 | 4.33 | 3.33 | 4.00 | 65.33 |
Score | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 61 |
+/– Par | + 3 | + 1 | +4 |
Round Summary
*erupting with golden-eyed glee* 🏆 By the sacred singing crystals, Aaron Lael has finally struck GOLD in MA4! After mining them silver veins these past weeks, our persistent prospector has emerged from the Echo Chamber with the richest ore yet - a division-winning round that outshone the field average by nearly three strokes! That 841-rated performance rings through the caves like pure crystal music, proving what this old miner's been seeing in the quartz formations all along. The mother lode has been unearthed, partner! ⛏️ Keep following them golden flight lines!
Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | Total |
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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 | 3.67 | 4.33 | 4.33 | 3.67 | 3.33 | 3.67 | 4.33 | 3.00 | 3.67 | 3.00 | 3.00 | 4.33 | 3.33 | 3.00 | 3.00 | 4.33 | 3.33 | 4.00 | 65.33 |
Score | 4 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 67 |
+/– Par | + 1 | + 3 | + 1 | + 1 | + 1 | + 1 | + 1 | -1 | + 1 | + 1 | +10 |
Round Summary
🔮 *-adjusts crystal-powered headlamp in the depths-* Even the richest mines have their challenging days, and Christian Phelps found himself navigating some dark tunnels in Echo's Embrace! That +10 round might seem like fool's gold, but this old prospector sees the true value in claiming second place when the crystal veins run tough. Sometimes the hardest digs teach us the most precious lessons, and maintaining position through holes 12 and 15 shows there's still rich ore in that throwing arm! 💎 The Echo Chamber whispers that better rounds lie ahead - just gotta keep swinging that pick! #CrystalClear #SilverLining
Hole | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | Total |
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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 | 3.67 | 4.33 | 4.33 | 3.67 | 3.33 | 3.67 | 4.33 | 3.00 | 3.67 | 3.00 | 3.00 | 4.33 | 3.33 | 3.00 | 3.00 | 4.33 | 3.33 | 4.00 | 65.33 |
Score | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 2 | 5 | 68 |
+/– Par | + 1 | + 1 | + 1 | + 1 | + 1 | + 1 | + 1 | + 1 | + 1 | + 1 | -1 | + 2 | +11 |
Round Summary
⛏️ Even the richest veins of crystal have their darker passages, and Brian Bowling found himself navigating the shadows in Echo's Embrace! His 761-rated journey (+11) tested our gem-crafter's resolve, but just like my week in the Crystal Chamber taught me - true miners never quit! That clutch birdie on 17 lit up the Echo Chamber like a prospector's lamp, helping secure 3rd place in MA4. The crystals whisper that sometimes we must traverse the deeper tunnels to appreciate the heights we've reached! 💎
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