The 14th annual event, on April 4-5, 2009 will be moving back to its traditional venue at Tom Bass Park. Join us for some newly designed holes and a great disc golfing experience.

http://www.txsdgc.com/

http://www.houstonbirdshot.com/

Just registered. I haven't played it since '05. Guess I'm about due. :cool:

I live about 40 miles away, but I have plenty room if anyone needs it. Good size back yard with a basket, too. :DYou might even find some good beer laying around.

Almost Heaven Campground, 7-1/2 miles from Tom Bass - Has trailer hook-ups as well as tent camping and a good size fishing lake

Directions: From the east entrance/exit of the park, turn right onto Fellows Rd. Go 1 mile to Cullen and turn right. Go 5.1 miles to Bahler Rd (CR100) and turn right. Go 1.2 miles to the end of Bahler and turn right (Del Bello Rd/CR90). Almost Heaven is on the left. If your going straight there from Houston, take 288 past the Beltway to 518 and turn left. Go to Cullen and turn right, 2.8 miles to Bahler Rd. (note: Cullen becomes CR89 before you get to Bahler Rd.)

Street Address:
4202 Del Bello Rd.
Manvel, TX 77578

Local Phone: (281) 489-8561
Toll Free: (800) 895-2267
Fax: (281) 489-8561

http://www.almostheavenrvresort.com/

thank you houston for returning states to its proper home at TOM BASS

I have to agree, CW. I didn't play, or even see the course last year, but from what I heard, too many water hazards...and...pull no carts. I'm too spoiled. :D

Yes, Back To Bass!!!

Just to let everyone know, we'll have food on site both days with breakfast tacos, coffee, etc. in the morning.

Saturday lunch to benefit Jimbo Slusher, a local golfer battling lung cancer.

Sunday's BBQ is for the ladies again!!!! Raising funds for fun at Women's Nationals in Sept.

Details to follow, but please support these good causes. The food is guaranteed to rock.

You can sign up for food when you register, too.

In case there are any beer drinkers out there........

Southern Star has graciously stepped up again and will provide free suds after afternoon rounds.

free suds after afternoon rounds

after is over rated :D

free suds after afternoon rounds

after is over rated :D



I agree with that! Does after last till before the next round :DI am going for my first Texas States this year and I cant wait!

How does Tom Bass compare to last year. I really enjoyed the courses last year. That was an awesome event.

Three courses, all pretty long, but challenging with the Wilmont (Wilmonster) being the longest. The signature "dragon" is 613' with a narrow fairway - road to the left, water to the right. You'll love these courses, and this will be just as awesome an even, if not more so. Texas States always has been. I'm not involved anymore, but I do know that no matter who has stepped up to run it over the years, they managed to keep with the tradition of a great and well respected tournament.

Someone should write a complete history of the Tom Bass disc golf complex. This has been the home of the Texas State DGC since September of '96 and the 2002 Pro Worlds. I think i'll work on that. The first time I played it at WBDGW in May of '95, the Powell (just "Tom Bass" at the time) was the only course, at it only had 15 permanent baskets. In September of '96, The Powell and the new Wilmont course (designed by Don WILchek & Dan LaMONT) were both used for the first TSDGC with portable baskets on the Wilmont.

free suds after afternoon rounds

after is over rated :D



I agree with that! Does after last till before the next round :DI am going for my first Texas States this year and I cant wait!



That might be available, will have to see how many kegs we are getting. It is an awesome beer, delivering taste and bang in a way we love around here.

It is going to be so good to be home. :cool:

How does Tom Bass compare to last year. I really enjoyed the courses last year. That was an awesome event.



More wide open, fewer water hazards. Ike put a beatdown on the park, but the crew has really stepped it up with the cleaning and tinkering. And the Dragon got a couple more teeth...



And an added sidebar...we've passed last year's added cash and sponsors are still shuffling in...

Would someone mind putting a good review on DG CourseReview?

Geez...I must be slippin a few cogs. I thought I had been watching for online registration to go up almost every single night, but I missed a couple of nights...I didn't snag the first online entry this year, but I think I made the Top 10 - disc nation's reg page for TxStates (https://www.discnation.com/product.php?productid=17269) showed that there was a quantity of 204 left... :cool:

Last year's venue would be difficult to beat. Bass sure isn't gonna come close. But the absolute BEST thing about it is that once again, all courses will be at a single facility!!! I've got to tell ya, that aspect always adds SO much to this event in terms of positive vibes.

Would it be considered "hi-jacking" the thread to make a plug for our local folks (or visitors) to start practicing up their competitive spirits by playing in the Commando Mini on Sunday mornings at 10:00 am?

(If so...then I'll refrain and go plug for it elsewhere!) :D

Looking forward to playing in another Texas States.

Your mini moved to Bass?

What? Huh? No...the Commando Mini still continues to be run every Sunday morning at Spring Valley. (At 10:00 am)

I was just plugging for everyone to get in the spirit of a little competitive action before Texas States at Bass. We have been getting an average of almost 20 players a week lately and I've actually been giving some thought to potentially running a 2-round edition of the Commando before States. I'll do a survey this weekend and see what folks think about it. Hard to imagine a cheaper 2-round competition, isn't it? :D

Now you are beginning to "hi-jack" this thread.

Move it to Bass and all will be forgiven.

The Quail Valley courses at last year's TxSDGC were fantastic. The response to them and the facility was overwhelmingly positive. Unfortunately due to the city's purchase of the country club and subsequent revamping the ball golf courses we were not able to return this year.


Would someone mind putting a good review on DG CourseReview?


http://www.dgcoursereview.com/reviews.php?id=171&page=1&mode=rev#1259

Note: I think the 12/29/2008 review that's posted is for the Powell, not Wilmont.

For TxSDGC the 18-hole Wilmont course usually plays is almost the normal configuration. I believe this year it will play the exact normal configuration, though holes #7 and #12 have been changed because of Hurricane Ike effects.

The 18-hole Powell course does not play its normal layout. Some of the standard Powell holes/baskets become part of the temporary "Tourney" course. As such there are several new (temporary) holes that are part of the "Powell States" layout.

The 18-hole "Tourney" course is a temporary course that is a mix of several of the standard Powell holes and new temporary holes. Tourney #16 is the legendary "Dragon" hole. This year's "Tourney" will feature some new holes due to park policy changes.

On Sunday the 24-hole "West" course is a mix of Wilmont and Tourney holes, the 24-hole "East" course is a mix of Tourney and Powell States holes.

Maps will be forthcoming.

ERic

Thank you very much for taking the time to answer that question! I cant wait to make my first TX States! :D

Anyone want to take any bets on whether Texas States will reach the goal of $5,000 added cash this year?

It's going to be close! The Commando Mini is still listed as a $750 sponsor, but it's fund is already at $772 with at least 5 more weekends of play! With a few good weekends between now and Texas States time, it might get pretty close to the $1,000 mark!

If that happens, then there will be over $5,000 added cash to the Texas States jackpot! :D

BigE: I think you will have a blast! The atmosphere that surrounds Texas States can't be beat! Pros, amateurs, all divisions at one location is the absolute bomb!

We are already at $4,700 as of today, so Larry's right, there's going to be big paydays at STATES!

Back to Bassics.

can't wait!

Anyone from the DFW Metro going to States that wants to car pool?

Hoping to see My Hero come down, Eric. Do you know if he's still playing?

Sue, how much added to the purse now?

We'll have a new number after our meeting tomorrow night. From what I have heard..................it has surpassed last year and might be most ever.

We all know that States has always provided sweet payout, so come on down for some long golf...........back to Bass!!!

I'm actually playing this year, but not in a division to get some o' that added cash. :D

Just signed up I am thinking about camping unless anyone has some floor space that lives close. :D

There was a HUGE turnout of people at last night's combined Texas States/HFDS meeting. I'm guessing close to 20 people attended. Sure is great to see of the new volunteer blood getting involved in it! Thanks a million folks!

I don't want to usurp the TD's privilige to get to announce such things, but we'll top $5,000 added cash easily...probably more like around $5,200-5,500. The added cash amount while only particularly relevant to the Pro divisions, it is also a great indicator of how great the Am side payout will be too. In the past, we've paid out our Ams at above 175% of entry fees. This year, I think its safe to predict that the Am payout levels will be at least kind of range.

Here is another enticing little tid-bit: The Round Rock club is putting up their $100 bounty for a deuce on the Dragon hole! I am going to sweeten the pot a bit more (since we've never gotten a "taker" on the prize) and add $100 of my cash to the prize pot. "Slay the Dragon" by throwing over the pond and scoring a 2 on the hole and you'll get to claim the prize! (Multiples will split it.)

$200 for slaying the Dragon!!! That ought to give some of you something to think about! :D

Registration has started out kind of slow this year, but I'm encouraging all of you to get off the fence and get registered for this event.

In our usual fashion, we've got a lot of other fun stuff happening this year: Treasure of Wilmont hunt, Slay the Dragon, jumbo toss putting contest, raffle prizes, fly-mart on Saturday night, and beer tent!

We're looking at hosting a great event again this year!

Texas States 09 Registration Open
April 4 & 5 � Tom Bass Park Houston
Registration open at www.discnation.com (http://www.discnation.com)
Or go to www.TexasStates.org (http://www.TexasStates.org) and Click Registration and download a mailable form.

Don�t miss Texas� biggest A Tier with 3 courses in one park!
� Traditional Big payout for Am and Pros!
� Player pack for all players Am and Pro!
� Expecting several top tier touring players!
� 18 x 18 x 24 format with Tee Times for the Sunday-24 for everyone.
� Am payout immediately per division after final 24 holes are complete in that division.
� Tom Bass Park has recovered from IKE and the courses are looking really good!
� Benefit on-site Lunches each day
� Lots of baskets available:
At least 3 DISCatcher Sport Baskets will be part of payout with another one and a Chainstar for raffle!

More details www.TexasStates.org (http://www.TexasStates.org)

Added cash is gonna be awesome for this event!

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q193/ejubin/txsdgc_cash_090305.jpg

Great numbers ERic, and although I know they are big I was wondering if you might reduce the size of this thing a bit...like maybe 400x800 or less? :D

Larry, you must be an IE user... Firefox automatically scales the image for you.... Anyway, I've downsized the image for ya!

ERic

WTG Stillwagon

Larry, you must be an IE user... Firefox automatically scales the image for you.... Anyway, I've downsized the image for ya!

ERic



Heh-heh-heh... you busted me on that one ERic! I develop almost exclusively on the Microsoft world so naturally I used it at home too.

The Commando Mini was my best estimation of what our contribution to Texas States would be...it's looking pretty good though that we'll probably just make the magic $1,000 mark. We topped $900 today! We only need a couple more good weekend...I'm hoping we might be able to capitalize on folks wanting to get into a little competitve spirit on Sunday mornings after practicing the Bass courses on Saturday.

Mr Ed Morgan donated his winnings to the Texas States fund this morning putting us at exactly $910.

It would be interesting to track each year how much money or percentage of sponsorship is starting to come from outside the sport versus within the sport as a means to see growth in recognition of disc golf's potential to help sponsors not currently affiliated with disc golf. Still doesn't look like much from the outside yet from looking at that list, as impressive as it is from the inside. Congrats!

I would say that it looks to represent about $1,500 & $2,000 from outside of the DG community...about 1/3...maybe a little less.

Thanks for the kudos of recognizing what kind of fabulous player-level support we have here from our locals for our premiere event. It's a big deal for us since we only do one sanctioned event a year.

Here is another enticing little tid-bit: The Round Rock club is putting up their $100 bounty for a deuce on the Dragon hole! I am going to sweeten the pot a bit more (since we've never gotten a "taker" on the prize) and add $100 of my cash to the prize pot. "Slay the Dragon" by throwing over the pond and scoring a 2 on the hole and you'll get to claim the prize! (Multiples will split it.)




ROUND ROCK.... cant wait for this event back at bass. you should be getting my entry in the mail within the next day or 2. thank you Houston.

It'll be great to have you back again CDub!

Even though I personally don't like the Bass courses, I love the atmosphere out there with everyone in one place...lets everyone get a chance to visit with folks they might only see once or twice all year.

See you soon.

I hope folks start getting their registrations in soon...the TD and staff is getting nervous about the slow registration pace...this crew has put a lot of time into getting the courses ready and their game-plan lined out. They're worried about all of the time and effort of preparation will be for a total field size of 30 players!

I think you'll be fine, Lizard. You know pros always wait til the last minute. :DNot being one, I registered a couple weeks ago. Ams love to test their metal out there. I'm really looking forward to this. I don't think I've played since it moved to April. I haven't heard anything about the disc golf/ball golf challenge. Did it kind of fall by the wayside?

Boy, you have been gone a few years. It's been...........can't recall the last year they did it.

Who's got the extra time and/or money these days?

Hmmm....curious...I'm the only adv m registered so far, and Jack is the only adv gm. I know the adv gm-s are out there. There were SEVEN teams at TS Doubles.

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I hope folks start getting their registrations in soon...the TD and staff is getting nervous about the slow registration pace...this crew has put a lot of time into getting the courses ready and their game-plan lined out. They're worried about all of the time and effort of preparation will be for a total field size of 30 players!

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Looks like it is picking up a little 41 total players so far :D

I'm sure it will start picking up the last 2 weeks. Some people still waiting to sign up for the warm up or moody's

did anyone get my registration?

I checked with Conrad and he says he received yours and Jerry's together. Billy may not have posted it yet.

cool thanks

Are you kidding Larry, with the added cash they'll come.

Maybe day of, but they'll come.

Yep, with over SIX THOUSAND in added cash already, they are just waiting for their next paycheck or

the weather report. LOL

Looks like all of the Jenkins clan will be there.

The tournament stamp discs have arrived!
last night at the MOZOLA league I secured at Champion CFR 14th TXDGC xcal
:cool::cool:

Where can I get my hands on one of those?

I can make it happen, Mr. Xian.
I got mine from Mr. The Master but I just talked to Neal and he has some, too.
The CFR stamp is a multi-color foil
The tourney stamp is multi-color 3D
I may have to secure a few more for Christmas gifts....

Can anyone post a picture? Is there only Innova stamped discs?

Heads up everyone!! Just so no one goes postal...here's the 411 NO DAY OF REGISTRATION!!!!

Ain't registered yet? :eek:

2009 Registration Form (http://www.txsdgc.com/NewRegistration.aspx)

Get online or mail it .....www.texasstates.org

I have held in my hands CFRs from the CA based company
and Tourney stamps from the MI based company.

Are there 1080 Discs, Aerobie, Aotearo, Black Jax Sports
CHING, Daredevil Discs, DGA, Discmania, Discwing, Fly by Night, Frisbee, Gateway, Latitude 64, Lightning, Millennium, Quest AT, Snap Disc Sports, Vibram - stamped discs?? :confused: Yo no se...

Check out the website...www.texasstates.org

The Discraft supercolor art works with 3D glasses which will be given away with each supercolor disc purchased ($20 total includes the glasses).

http://i50.photobucket.com/albums/f338/Xian55/Disc%20Golf/TXStates09/09StatesDragonColorSURGE.gif

The single color stamps are all rainbow foil on the Innova discs; and solids (I hope) on the Discraft discs.

http://i50.photobucket.com/albums/f338/Xian55/Disc%20Golf/TXStates09/09StatesDragon.gif

While it is considered a huge competitive advantage, putting while wearing 3 D glasses is not (yet) specifically banned by the competition manual/official rules governing A-tier and NT events.

Can anyone tell me an "about time" the Sunday round should be over? I am trying to talk a few guys into coming down for this, and we're trying to figure out if we'll need to stay Sunday night, or if we'll be done early enough to drive the 7 or so hours back to San Angelo.


btw- I want one of those surges!

Tee Time starts on Sunday for all divisions...Top Card usually tee's off about 11:30 or 12 Noon at the latest. The Tournament Staff is "sensitive" to traveling players, so if you or any of your buddies cash, then you can get your payout as quickly as possible to get you on the road.

Innova discs example:

http://lh6.ggpht.com/_PkLiobixfto/Sb--MAnGnRI/AAAAAAAAmnY/Zog0tDItyTw/s400/IMG_1642.JPG

Innova CFR discs: Glow Wraiths, Champ Destroyers, Glow TLs, Glow Firebirds, Glow Sidewinders, Champ TeeRex-Xes, Champ XCalibers.

Discraft SuperColor (3-D) example, available on Surges & Buzzzes:

http://lh3.ggpht.com/_PkLiobixfto/Sb--NGTrrRI/AAAAAAAAmmw/JD0ZZljvMfE/s400/IMG_1643.JPG

ERic

Thankyou for the pics guys!

March...at Circle R
http://www.circularproductions.com/09DUBS/2009%20AM%20worlds%20239a.jpg

April at Bass Park (http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1078/1459352159_c78c650f8e.jpg?v=0)

Can anyone tell me an "about time" the Sunday round should be over? I am trying to talk a few guys into coming down for this, and we're trying to figure out if we'll need to stay Sunday night, or if we'll be done early enough to drive the 7 or so hours back to San Angelo.


btw- I want one of those surges!



Warlocks...It kind-of depends on what division you are playing in and how well you play. Generally speaking, the better you play, the later you get to sleep in on Sunday - which also means the later you'll finish on Sunday.

If you play in a lower division, then you'll be going off earlier and if you are in either Advanced or Open division, then you'll be teeing off last. You'll have to consult the official schedule/program to figure out which of the courses you'll be playing: Open on the West-24 and Adv. are slated for the East I think.

I picked up one of the full-color Buzzes last weekend with a pair of the glasses. It rocks! The disc design is awesome without the 3D effect. Neal did another superb job in designing it...Discraft did a great job of printing them.

I'm not sure that the photo below shows how vivid those discs have turned out. I'm gonna have to bribe Mr. Ed about getting to be first in line when those things go on sale...I'm snagging at least 2 more of the 3D discs and probably a fist-full of the CFRs too...

Can anyone comment on what type of foot wear works well to enjoy the round?

Thanks ching_lizard. I probably won't be sleeping in that late....I seem to have a tendency to suck it up during tourney play.

Will probably go intermidate, will they play the regular courses? Or do they play a shorten version? Would rather play the real thing even if it means getting whooped in a higher division. Plus I want to play that "dragon" hole everyone is talking about.

Lots of folks like cleats.

Lots of folks like cleats.


Cleats with Seal Socks or hip waders :D

Bring both! :) Some holes turn into 500 ft. long par 4's with island greens when it rains.

Warlocks: You need to check the schedule to figure out what divisions are playing the Tourney course. Not all divisions will get to play that course - so that may determine which division you're gonna want to register in.

Here are the DRAFT VERSIONS of the course maps.

Wilmont/West #13 will be changed somewhat vs. what is shown here due to park ground work.

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q193/ejubin/th_TxSDGC2009_map_sat.jpg (http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q193/ejubin/TxSDGC2009_map_sat.jpg)

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q193/ejubin/th_TxSDGC2009_map_sun.jpg (http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q193/ejubin/TxSDGC2009_map_sun.jpg)

ERic

I didn't get a good look at the schedule before I signed up and didn't know that different divisions would play different courses. I signed up MA2 and looking at the schedule I will not be playing the Tourney course. What are the preferred courses to play? Would I play the better parks and harder layouts in MA1 because that is more important to me than playing to my rating.

Check the maps and note that the "West" and "East" courses played on Sunday are a merging of the "Wilmont", "Tourney", and "Powell-States" courses that are played on Saturday (with the exception of one new hole on East).

West is all of Wilmont plus six holes from Tourney.

East is 14 holes from Powell-States, nine holes from Tourney, and one hole unique to East.

As currently scheduled MA1 plays Wilmont, Tourney and East. As the higher division they get the benefit of playing the maximum number of different holes. The only holes they don't see are Powell-States #2-4, #6.

MA2 is currently scheduled to play Powell-States, Wilmont, and West. Since they play West on Sunday they still get some of the cooler holes from Tourney, including the infamous "Dragon" (Tourney #16) and "Texas Island" (Tourney #2) holes. The holes they won't see are Tourney #6-15, #17-18 and East #14.

(This info is subject to change, but that's not likely this late in the game.)

ERic

Can anyone comment on what type of foot wear works well to enjoy the round?


Tees are natural, i.e. not concrete or rubber, if that helps your decision.

ERic

Can anyone comment on what type of foot wear works well to enjoy the round?


Tees are natural, i.e. not concrete or rubber, if that helps your decision.

ERic


I have played several courses in Houston area but the worst I have played so far with regards to standing water was Cypress but this course has concrete tee's. I was just woundering if water socks and regular disc golf shoes would work? or if cleats are a must due to the conditions!

BigE: Go with cleats and water socks for the safest bet. At the very least, go with water-socks. :D

get merrells and dont worry about it.. the best golf shoe around :D

I defer to Eric in holes played but I submit he mis-named them: the "Disc-eating Dragon", The "Texas State of Despair" (not everything is bigger in Texas, meaning the green ), or the 2 "double dang mandos of death" holes.

Yes, you will not get to play about half the tourney: On the positive side: (score-wise) you get only one opportunity to lose all your discs in the Dragon and have to throw the rest of your round with putters: ....I believe the tournament record for discs lost in one attempt to slay the Dragon is 7 however, a world-class player lost 6 a few years back (confirmation - Larry, Tony?)

However, I'll bet Mr. Conaway would switch you to a higher division if you insist on feeding the Dragon. As of this morning 64 registered, still plenty of slots in all the divisions if you care to up the ante.

Footwear? Bring it all - except you snowbirds from MICHIGAN - no snowmobile boots! I know you were tempted....

more like soccer cleats or hiking boots, water proof socks

I hate the Tx State Island hole!I have seen way too much stuff happen on that hole without the island and with it there are a lot of rolls to worry about.

Maybe I am mad because I rolled out two years ago, threw it in from the drop zone but it spit and rolled back out, and had to hit that for a circle 5 to finish. That is just one of my horrid states stories from years past but I was -5 that round going into the dragon and went 5-4-5-4-5 to finish.........


BTW I need me one of those Discs. Anything else besides buzzes?

BTW I need me one of those Discs. Anything else besides buzzes?


The SuperColor discs are Buzzzes and Surges. There are also SuperColor minis with the 3-D artwork.

There will be a variety of single color stamped Discraft stuff which I believe will include: FLX/ESP/Z-Avenger, FLX/ESP/Z-Avenger SS, FLX/ESP/Z-Buzzzz, ESP/Z-Flash, Z-Flick, ESP/Z-Force, Z-Glide, FLX/ESP/Z-Predator, FLX/ESP/Z-Surge, FLX/Z-Surge SS, ESP-Impact, ESP-Meteor, ESP-Pulse, ESP-Zone, and FLX-Challenger...

ERic

Surges and Buzzes

Yaaa, but Scooter, you totally redeemed yourself with that 350-foot ace in front of the entire tournament ( I won't mention your slip -n- slide in your race down the hill to retrieve your driver)

Word on the street:

Check out the Houston Press!

TXDGC has made the fish-wrap.
Frame it, it's historical!

I State the Tx State Island hole!



I stike it.

I generally aim for La Grange.

La Grange is too low. Aim for Elgin.


MA1 gets one shot at the Dragon on Saturday.
MA2 gets one shot at the Dragon on Sunday....the last hole of event.
If you want two shots play in a Pro divison.

Giving advice to The Legend....? :confused:

or did you mean that the average player should aim for Elgin?

I will test your theory
friday...

Tony, being a lefty, you need to aim for the badlands of no country for old men. I stay away from that area. Don't want to end up in Mexico. Might lose my head.

I was with Jim Davidson when he threw an annie that landed under the basket, and a hyzer that aced.....I'll just do one of those

I dunno guys...McCaine, you surprise me...I figure that like me, you probably couldn't pass by a chance to take a shot at Oklahoma! :D If you aim for OK, most discs don't want to go there either and so they'll dive for Texas.

Here are the DRAFT VERSIONS of the course maps.

Wilmont/West #13 will be changed somewhat vs. what is shown here due to park ground work.

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q193/ejubin/th_TxSDGC2009_map_sat.jpg (http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q193/ejubin/TxSDGC2009_map_sat.jpg)

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q193/ejubin/th_TxSDGC2009_map_sun.jpg (http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q193/ejubin/TxSDGC2009_map_sun.jpg)

ERic



Okay... like I said "Draft versions"... apparently there have been discussions with the Parks people and there will be layout changes made to Tourney #2-4 and #16 (aka "The Dragon"). New maps forthcoming when details are worked out after this weekend.

ERic

Almost Heaven is listed as the best camping option, no longer allows tent camping. Any other options?

While there is no hotel deal, the La Quinta in Pearland is running a Weekend Deal for the weekend of States....$69 rooms if booked online.

http://www.lq.com/lq/coolsavings/lmd/

Click the weekend (April 3-5), then Texas, then Pearland.

The website defaults to 3 nights (Fri/Sat/Sun) but you can adjust as needed.



4 closest hotels to Bass:
Springhill Suites
1820 Country Place Parkway
Pearland, Texas 77584
713-436-7377
(288 At SCP/McHard/2234)

Hilton Garden Inn
12101 Shadow Creek Pkwy
Pearland, Texas 77584
713-340-0110
(West of 288 on SCP/McHard/2234)

Courtyard
11200 Broadway
Pearland, TX 77584
713-413-0500
(In Pearland Town Center, 288 At Broadway/518)

La Quinta
9002 Broadway St
Pearland, TX 77584
281-412-5454
(East of 288 on Broadway/518)

Almost Heaven is listed as the best camping option, no longer allows tent camping. Any other options?



Hmm, did not know that. Everywhere else nearby is an RV-only park...

Almost Heaven is listed as the best camping option, no longer allows tent camping. Any other options?



Dang Giles! I ran a quick search this afternoon for camping in Houston Texas with the word tents in it and the nearest one I found was up the north side airport, just East of I-45. It was a KOA Kampground of some kind.

Geez...has anyone got some backyard space? I'd offer mine, but I don't have a backyard and we've got a full house coming already. Sorry Giles. :(

Congrats Birdshot for another great event!

FYI...the Hilton Garden Inn in Pearland does not open until June..

Can anyone comment on what type of foot wear works well to enjoy the round?



Bring what you have, then decide during practice rounds. If it rains, you'll definitely need cleats. It's best to be covered for any type of tee in any conditions.

I will have my caddy carrie my 6 pair of disc golf shoes! :DPlayed a round today and the cleats and wet socks combo worked really well on really dry natural Teepads. I Think that is what I will use for my round. Thanks again.

FYI...the Hilton Garden Inn in Pearland does not open until June..



Must have been some really well-paid laborers parked there when I drove by last week.

Coming soon to Texas States 2010: The lodging options of Hilton Garden Inn and Sleep Inn!

Pearland: It's big time now. :)

Okay, SmartA. /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

Hey, Surfside Beach is only about 35 miles South of Bass. You guys could probebly camp there (sorta yankin' ya, sorta not...good time of year for it).

Whew! Sure are some high ratings in that intermediate division. Well that's enough to scare a man into Advanced Master. /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

Looks like registration is picking up!

Can any locals tell me how long they think it will take to get from the Woodlands to Tom Bass?
I've got an aunt that lives there...so I'm trying to weight the options of getting a hotel room or staying with her. Thanks!

40-45 miles through the heart of downtown on a weekend could take anywhere from 40 minutes to 90 minutes, depending on accidents/road conditions. I would bet on around an hour. Might not want to take any chances, though. :)

Whew! Sure are some high ratings in that intermediate division. Well that's enough to scare a man into Advanced Master. /msgboard/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

I don't know, the 948 guy signed up in rec seems rated a little too high :D

i think that is a mistake as he has cashed several times in masters and is also registered as a pro so dont think he is allowed to play rec. :confused:

Is it possible the PDGA number was entered incorrectly? The rating is pulled in from the PDGA number, not the name.

I actually ran into him on the course at Spring Valley today. Online reg. error supposedly...It's being fixed.

Can any locals tell me how long they think it will take to get from the Woodlands to Tom Bass?
I've got an aunt that lives there...so I'm trying to weight the options of getting a hotel room or staying with her. Thanks!


It's about 45 - 50 minutes to get there...usually a bit longer to return with busier traffic conditions. All highway.

9 ADV masters looks like my buddy Manny From Fritz Park will be joining us! :D

Probably quite a few more, E. There's usually a pretty good MM1 (OMB) turnout.

My buddy said if there was at laest 9 signed up he would go. So add at least one more to the list :DWe have a lot of OMB'ers in the area suprised they are not signed up yet!

I know of at least one more planning to sign up. Looking at the list, there are lots of names I know are coming that are still not signed up.

With money tight these days, be sure to take advantage of our home cooked lunches. Eat on site and support our worthy causes.

Lots of folks remember Jimbo, he needs our prayers and support right now.

TX State Recreational Championships...................

With money tight these days, be sure to take advantage of our home cooked lunches. Eat on site and support our worthy causes.




Do you have to pay for lunch when signing up online? Or can you pay for it the day of?

TX State Recreational Championships...................

This coming from the home town Pro who's not signed up yet.

TX State Recreational Championships...................

This coming from the home town Pro who's not signed up yet.


Yeah, pretty light Pro sign-ups so far... especially considering the huge amount of added cash that was raised this year.

With money tight these days, be sure to take advantage of our home cooked lunches. Eat on site and support our worthy causes.




Do you have to pay for lunch when signing up online? Or can you pay for it the day of?



You can pay the day of.

Yeah, pretty light Pro sign-ups so far... especially considering the huge amount of added cash that was raised this year.




Yeah...not too unusual but hopefully a little of that added cash will get spread around a bit...

TX State Recreational Championships...................

This coming from the home town Pro who's not signed up yet.



Is there a rule that you have to be signed up weeks in advance? Don't worry I will get signed up after this weekend. I just want to see what the largest division will be. Right now Rec is leading but Int and Adv have a shot of taking the top spot.

TX State Recreational Championships...................

This coming from the home town Pro who's not signed up yet.


Yeah, pretty light Pro sign-ups so far... especially considering the huge amount of added cash that was raised this year.



Maybe part of that has to do with the event Marketing? I mean this thread was started by Kent and if he didn't then another person would have started one due to the lack of talk about the event.

You have to create excitement to bring in early signups. Either that or players need to feel that thew event will fill so they will jump in.

There also were no Open players this weekend............

Shut your trap Mr. Matt, if you don't have anything good to say. Actions speak louder that that smack you throw around. LOL

So sign up and stop your "not half-full" attitude. :p

My thought, the less pros in your field, the more for those of you who do show up!

Hey gray beards! Less than 10 spots left in Adv. Masters -- better get your registrations in!

Shut your trap Mr. Matt, if you don't have anything good to say. Actions speak louder that that smack you throw around. LOL

So sign up and stop your "not half-full" attitude. :p

My thought, the less pros in your field, the more for those of you who do show up!



I'll sign up after this weekend. Its kinda hard to sign up for 4 or more events at the same time.

TX State Recreational Championships...................

This coming from the home town Pro who's not signed up yet.


Yeah, pretty light Pro sign-ups so far... especially considering the huge amount of added cash that was raised this year.



Maybe part of that has to do with the event Marketing? I mean this thread was started by Kent and if he didn't then another person would have started one due to the lack of talk about the event.

You have to create excitement to bring in early signups. Either that or players need to feel that thew event will fill so they will jump in.

There also were no Open players this weekend............




How's this for marketing?

Added cash of at least <font size=6><font color="green">six</font></font> <font size=7><font color="red">thousand</font></font> <font size=6><font color="green">dollars</font></font> added cash.

Added cash of at least six thousand dollars added cash.




Huh? We're adding cash to the added cash?

Umm.... yeah... just clarifying that the cash will be added. ;)

So Matt are you coming down to play.

I have a question, I was reading that 4 people make a division..so if there are 2 advanced women and 1 intermediate and 1 rec woman. Do the rec and int move up? Also only 3 Open women are signed up, I will move up if I have to. Just wondering.

Is E-mac coming down.

I will be there and Eric will be there 99%

Also I would assume the Ladies' divisions will make 4 by this weekend but if not they will probably move up or play Ma4. Then again they have allowed less than 4 before.

I always thought it was three to make a division. Also, I believe concessions are usually made and special things are done for the women's divisions because the turnout is usually small, and TDs want to do everything they can to make their tournament attractive to them. I've noticed that the Texas Womens Championships has gotten to be a fairly large event. I'm surprised that that hasn't spilled over in to this and other tournaments.

six thousand dollars

will the added cash be spread out among all divisions?

six thousand dollars

will the added cash be spread out among all divisions?


Among the Pro divisions.

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q193/ejubin/TxSDGC09WebAdSm.jpg

We've got this sweet ad in <u> The Houston Press</u> . Should prove to be another outstanding States at Tom Bass!

We've got this sweet ad in <u> The Houston Press</u> . Should prove to be another outstanding States at Tom Bass!



Or try this one&gt;&gt;&gt;&gt;&gt;&gt;&gt;&gt; The Real Deal (http://www.houstonpress.com/adIndex/texas-disc-golf-56600) :D

Remember that nothing you read on the forum is "official" until it appears on the http://texasstates.org/ site. That is the definitive source for all information regarding TxSDGC.

Remember that nothing you read on the forum is "official" until it appears on the http://texasstates.org/ site. That is the definitive source for all information regarding TxSDGC.



Is that official? Wait a moment. Because you wrote this on the forum, how can we trust it... It could be a trick. :D

Remember that nothing you read on the forum is "official" until it appears on the http://texasstates.org/ site. That is the definitive source for all information regarding TxSDGC.



Is that official? Wait a moment. Because you wrote this on the forum, how can we trust it... It could be a trick. :D



See Eric, we aren't the only ones who give you a hard time. :D

Remember that nothing you read on the forum is "official" until it appears on the http://texasstates.org/ site. That is the definitive source for all information regarding TxSDGC.



Is that official? Wait a moment. Because you wrote this on the forum, how can we trust it... It could be a trick. :D



See Eric, we aren't the only ones who give you a hard time. :D



Yeah, but Giles was actually funny. ;)

Lawty and I will be there.

Remember that nothing you read on the forum is "official" until it appears on the http://texasstates.org/ site. That is the definitive source for all information regarding TxSDGC.



Is that official? Wait a moment. Because you wrote this on the forum, how can we trust it... It could be a trick. :D



See Eric, we aren't the only ones who give you a hard time. :D



Yeah, but Giles was actually funny. ;)



Ok Mr. humor, you just need to learn to take a little ragging a laugh it off.

I will be there and Eric will be there 99%



oh, good cuz I have a chance against a guy that is 1% in OK, especially if that 1% is his right thumb or his eustachion tubes

Found a Mike Olse disc on the Dragon today just before the monsoon hit ...in the mud just in front of the island.. . it was about 500 feet downrange from the tee.

Now the reg. is pickin' up. :D

14 in MPO already and over a week to go. GM pool is looking pretty sizeable too! Nice job folks!

Found a Mike Olse disc on the Dragon today just before the monsoon hit ...in the mud just in front of the island.. . it was about 500 feet downrange from the tee.



I think this (http://s50.photobucket.com/albums/f338/Xian55/Disc%20Golf/?action=view&amp;current=DSCF1634.flv) is how it got there.

so what is this rumor that the dragon hole will not be used at states anymore? :confused:

Three words: Harris County Parks

Looking really good (http://www.weather.com/outlook/recreation/golf/tenday/USTX0617?from=36hr_topnav_golf)

I'm in...this will be my first Texas States. Think I have about 4 or 5 other guys talked into coming from San Angelo as well. Going to be a fun weekend.....

COME ON NEXT FRIDAY!!!! I want one of those 3D surges!!

Three words: Harris County Parks

can you eloborate more? what kind of change is this goingto to make to the layout of the course? thanks

Three words: Harris County Parks

can you eloborate more? what kind of change is this goingto to make to the layout of the course? thanks



The aspect ratio on these are off but the content should be correct.

Saturday Layout:
http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q193/ejubin/th_TxSDGC2009_maps_pro_sat.jpg (http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q193/ejubin/TxSDGC2009_maps_pro_sat.jpg)

Sunday Layout:
http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q193/ejubin/th_TxSDGC2009_maps_pro_sun.jpg (http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q193/ejubin/TxSDGC2009_maps_pro_sun.jpg)

Official maps will be posted on http://texasstates.org/

As proposed right now: The hole has been shortened to about 550' - The tee has been moved to directly behind the island so that you have two possible routes - left along the road or right toward the amphitheatre. the fairway on the left starts to narrow diagonally at the road about 200' out to the 2nd light pole - about half the normal width) at about 350' out where it opens back up to normal.

The right side follows the curve of the pond around to the basket. It has roped OB most of the way to the basket with about a 75'-wide strip for the landing area the entire length. It appears to play a little longer but that could be an optical delusion.

Because of the righty route, the hole that used go from the concrete pad next to the amphitheatre (Tourney #3 323' with the pond about 12' behind the basket) now goes to the edge of the parking lot to the left - so don't park there unless you want to risk your truck's showroom-like appearance.

I tried to figure it out through clicks and reading, but now I am going the lazy man's route: is the schedule

18
18
24

I can't click on saturday's layout, so I am a bit confused.

Found a Mike Olse disc on the Dragon today just before the monsoon hit ...in the mud just in front of the island.. . it was about 500 feet downrange from the tee.



I think this (http://s50.photobucket.com/albums/f338/Xian55/Disc%20Golf/?action=view&amp;current=DSCF1634.flv) is how it got there.



Yep, that's exactly right. Aye carumba! what a crusher...

Any guesses what disc he threw (right about 500') ???

yes

millinium disc and thank you for the information on the dragon will the $200 bounty still be in effect since the hole has changed?

I tried to figure it out through clicks and reading, but now I am going the lazy man's route: is the schedule

18
18
24

I can't click on saturday's layout, so I am a bit confused.



Saturday should be 18+18 (shotgun)
Sunday should be 24 (tee times)

Official story here: http://www.txsdgc.com/Competition.aspx

Sister Sue plz put me down for 2 lunches for Sat. Thanks.

I believe that the Bounty is being reconsidered since some of you big arms could possibly ace it now.

Not a millenium...

Olse circa 2005. It was probably gateway, and it probably had electric wizard graffiti.

don't ask

Can any locals tell me how long they think it will take to get from the Woodlands to Tom Bass?
I've got an aunt that lives there...so I'm trying to weight the options of getting a hotel room or staying with her. Thanks!


It's about 45 - 50 minutes to get there...usually a bit longer to return with busier traffic conditions. All highway.



Ok, I've got another option for a place to stay. Would it be any quicker getting to the course from Baytown? Thanks!

Now the reg. is pickin' up. :D

14 in MPO already and over a week to go. GM pool is looking pretty sizeable too! Nice job folks!



Neal is taking registrations at QV tomorrow so I think the regs will be up around 160 by tomorrow night.

Hey, Legend - do you want me to register you?

yes he does or at least he better

millinium disc and thank you for the information on the dragon will the $200 bounty still be in effect since the hole has changed?



Yes SeeDub, I have withdrawn my offer of $100 bounty on the (formerly known as "The Dragon") hole. The distance is shorter and the newer layout gives a player right or left options. At first I thought that stringing the high-water line on the pond might make it acceptable enough, but then I witnessed the first advanced card following us have 2 out of the 4 Advanced players clear the length of the pond on their drives, so apparently it has become short enough that it can be hit by a LOT more players. IMO - it just didn't seem bounty-worthy anymore as it wasn't as long and there were a lot more "safe" options for getting to the basket.

It is my hope that we can do a better job of redesigning it so that we can have a Dragon hole back that won't cause the parks department to be nervous about having a fairway close to where it might hit cars...or otherwise interfere with traffic. This change was mandated very late in the game by the park department so we didn't have time to completely redesign everything in time...folks have their hands full just updating the course maps and program OB descriptions etc...

It sure is a bummer losing this signature hole at the last minute like this on a year when we are actually featuring the Dragon as part of the tournament's graphic themes...

I believe that the TD wants to call the new hole Dragon's Tongue, but since it doesn't have the "teeth" of the old Dragon hole, I'm more inclined to think of it as "The Dragon's Gums." :D

ok. maybe we can put the bounty up for a 2 on wilmont # 9 :D:p

ok. maybe we can put the bounty up for a 2 on wilmont # 9 :D:p



How about a 2 on Long 6 Willy?

ok. maybe we can put the bounty up for a 2 on wilmont # 9 :D:p



How about a 2 on Long 6 Willy?



Now that would be interesting....into the typical headwind...

Now the reg. is pickin' up. :D

14 in MPO already and over a week to go. GM pool is looking pretty sizeable too! Nice job folks!



Neal is taking registrations at QV tomorrow so I think the regs will be up around 160 by tomorrow night.

Hey, Legend - do you want me to register you?



NEVER underestimate the heart of a champion! We are up to 164 registered combatants...After Neal takes in about 30 more tommorrow I PROJECT that we will be very close to 200.

Overnight your registrations, folks! MA2 and MA3 are FULL!

Register at discnation.com TODAY TXDGC Online Registration (http://discnation.com)

G R O A N ! ! !

I just took a peek at the 10-day weather forecast...typical Tom Bass fashion for Texas States...:D

Friday 30% hi 78
Saturday 40% hi 82
Sunday 30% hi 80

Wow Larry.

I hope a rain cloud follows just you around the courses next weekend.

Such postive outlook..........remember Pro Worlds at Bass?? Rained all around us, but NOT duirng play.

The good thing, it isn't supposed to rain next week, leading up to the weekend.

Positive thoughts in this front!

I never doubted you guys would get there. 188 registered combatants (I like that) right now. 216 (4 per card) is the cut-off, right?

..... 188 registered combatants (I like that) right now. 216 (4 per card) is the cut-off, right?



YES! Except we may allow a 7-some of novice and rec juniors just in front of the first Open card in A pool since they don't have enough for two cards and none of them by themselve really know the rules..... :D

But look, you can find the answers to most of your question on and more great information on these pages!!!

http://www.txsdgc.com/

http://www.houstonbirdshot.com/ :cool:

I guess I better sign up.

Why Can't we sign up in adv. Is the field full. Can someone let use know. We are far from 216

Yes, Michael, but it's more fun to bug you guys about it. :D

"Sup, Grand Master "V"? :cool:

Why Can't we sign up in adv. Is the field full. Can someone let use know. We are far from 216


There are caps on each division to balance the pools.
See http://www.txsdgc.com/Competition.aspx

Contact Billy for waitlist options or more registration details:
http://www.txsdgc.com/NewRegistration.aspx

Why Can't we sign up in adv. Is the field full. Can someone let use know. We are far from 216



Most likely because you waited too long to commit... :( each division/pool has a limit in order to play 3 courses....but I will check...yes, there is limit of 40 for ADV and apparently we have reached it. As of the update last night there were only 6 spots left in B pool and they must have filled. You could contact the staff and see about a waiting list or play another division that you qualify for. Go to one of the url's in the above post and contact Billy or Chuck and get on the wait list for ADV. They will contact you if something opens up.

or

The only guarantee at this time is to get in the tournament is that you sign up now for a PRO div that you qualify for before it fills.

Competition by Pool/Division (http://www.txsdgc.com/Competition.aspx)

Oh, and one other MINOR detail, you cashed as a Pro this year....

I Guess maybe you should have had the cap posted in the Flyer for the tourny. Thanks again bird poop

You might need to read the rules before you post.

You are correct, good luck getting into the tournament.

I Guess maybe you should have had the cap posted in the Flyer for the tourny. Thanks again bird poop



From the flyer:

<font size=4><font color="red">Register early to guarantee your spot! We filled last year...</font></font>

Visit <font size=5><font color="red">www.TexasStates.org</font></font> (http://www.texasstates.org) for detailed information including: Registration � Course Maps � Pools and Schedule

Way to promote discgolf. I will never play a bird poop tourny again. Good luck! who cares about last year. Last year it was at a country club.

..... 188 registered combatants (I like that) right now. 216 (4 per card) is the cut-off, right?



YES! Except we may allow a 7-some of novice and rec juniors just in front of the first Open card in A pool since they don't have enough for two cards and none of them by themselve really know the rules..... :D

But look, you can find the answers to most of your question on and more great information on these pages!!!

http://www.txsdgc.com/

http://www.houstonbirdshot.com/ :cool:




Hope you guys have fun at this one.......

Also what happened to 14 on the wilmont? Has it been moved up?

What's your deal. Why aren't you playing?

Also what happened to 14 on the wilmont? Has it been moved up?


The area around normal #13's basket and #14's teebox is now devoid of grass from all the trucks driving through. Rather than risk the chance of rain and a resulting mud pit both holes have been modified for TxSDGC '09.

Also what happened to 14 on the wilmont? Has it been moved up?


The area around normal #13's basket and #14's teebox is now devoid of grass from all the trucks driving through. Rather than risk the chance of rain and a resulting mud pit both holes have been modified for TxSDGC '09.



So from Pro Par 5 to easy par 4?

What's your deal. Why aren't you playing?



Mind hasn't really been on golf lately and Neal called me today to sign up but I don't like the online stuff. Nikko may get turned away as well it looks like if he doesn't sign up.

Also what happened to 14 on the wilmont? Has it been moved up?


The area around normal #13's basket and #14's teebox is now devoid of grass from all the trucks driving through. Rather than risk the chance of rain and a resulting mud pit both holes have been modified for TxSDGC '09.



So from Pro Par 5 to easy par 4?



Yes, par on #14 was changed from 5 to 4. It was that or face the possibility of teeing off ankle deep in mud on that hole.

I am in....see yah soon

Scooter - check your hotmail inbox!

Also what happened to 14 on the wilmont? Has it been moved up?


The area around normal #13's basket and #14's teebox is now devoid of grass from all the trucks driving through. Rather than risk the chance of rain and a resulting mud pit both holes have been modified for TxSDGC '09.



So from Pro Par 5 to easy par 4?



Yes, par on #14 was changed from 5 to 4. It was that or face the possibility of teeing off ankle deep in mud on that hole.




Well usually at states it is a Par 6 as the "horseshoe" is usually played but this is just another 2 strokes taken away from what we once had to offer. :D

Way to promote discgolf. I will never play a bird poop tourny again. Good luck! who cares about last year. Last year it was at a country club.



Whether at Bass or QVCC, the limit for players is 216 (split equally into 3 pools of 72).

You waited, you lost. That's on you, not on Birdshot.

Also what happened to 14 on the wilmont? Has it been moved up?


The area around normal #13's basket and #14's teebox is now devoid of grass from all the trucks driving through. Rather than risk the chance of rain and a resulting mud pit both holes have been modified for TxSDGC '09.



So from Pro Par 5 to easy par 4?



Yes, par on #14 was changed from 5 to 4. It was that or face the possibility of teeing off ankle deep in mud on that hole.




Well usually at states it is a Par 6 as the "horseshoe" is usually played but this is just another 2 strokes taken away from what we once had to offer. :D



The par 6 "horseshoe" tee for #14 that was played on the Sunday layout (West course) is in even worse condition than the normal par 5 #14 tee. The truck drivers doing all the hurricane Ike work were not kind to that area.

eric you dont have to explain anything to a guy who is NOT even playing :eek:

NOW you got some splainin to do Lucy....

FEAR THIS!

Confirmed: 14th Texas States Disc Golf Championships Division: Men-Pro 970+ (MPO) Ace Pot: Yes, Enter the Ace Pot Brunch: Sat. &amp; Sun. Lunch Online Fee: Yes Player Name: Matt Hall PDGA #: 18133 Player Phone: XXX XXX XXXX Player E-Mail: [email protected]

eric you dont have to explain anything to a guy who is NOT even playing :eek:



But Eric, is it too late to change it so that only the Open cards tee in ankle deep mud.....?

But Eric, is it too late to change it so that only the Open cards tee in ankle deep mud.....?


Lemme see if I can find one of those misprinted rulebooks that says you're allowed to tee off from 30M behind the tee line (instead of 3M), then Matt can play in the mud if he wants. :p

Way to promote discgolf. I will never play a bird poop tourny again. Good luck! who cares about last year. Last year it was at a country club.



Is this post a joke? You wait till 4-5 days before one of...if not the biggest tourney in Texas, and because it's full you are mad...really?
:confused:A buddy of mine waited till this weekend to sign up in INT, but it was full so he went ahead and did Adv.....and was just happy to get in so late.

yes proputt move up to OPEN it does show you have cashed. :D

Who is mad? really, this is just discgolf. I'm not mad or angry just want to keep my time occupied on the weekend.

Hey everyone,

I am participating in a community service event this weekend.

TO-Anyone from Austin also not going:

I am leading a group of 60 to clean sweep Zilker Park. Its apart of Keep Austin Beautiful's Clean Sweep. We expect over 5000 volunteers this year. Be at Zilker's Playscape Saturday morning at 9am to participate. If you are late, just grab a garbage bag and some gloves.

You can sign up on their website or just show up at one of your local park.

Hope the tournament goes well for everyone. Please make "Us" look good out there.

Good Luck to Jay, Matt, Robbie and all the ladies battling Valarie Jenkins. (good luck with your BUSINESS class Valarie)

Its a real priviledge to have the entire Jenkins family at a Texas tournament. Could the entire family dominate this Texas Event? Is it possible?

eric you dont have to explain anything to a guy who is NOT even playing :eek:



But Eric, is it too late to change it so that only the Open cards tee in ankle deep mud.....?




Yeah at least the normal box.

I don't think I am going to tell anyone that this used to be my home course. :D

Im guessing E-mac isnt coming since he broke his wrist.

190 as of tonight...with all of the divisions being shut down right and left, I guess it starts kicking off a reg. flurry. :D

Glad to see that we're likely to be having a full house for this one.

207 as of tonight

Im guessing E-mac isnt coming since he broke his wrist.



That bites. I think it's time to wrap all of the top pros in bubble wrap...too many of them lately seem to be getting hurt.

Matt Orum got one of the last spots.

Is this the best way to go?

arlington to the course (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=mapquest&amp;rls=com.microsoft:en-us:IE-Address&amp;oe=UTF-8&amp;sourceid=ie7&amp;rlz=1I7ADBS&amp;um=1&amp;ie=UTF-8&amp;sa=N&amp;hl=en&amp;tab=wl)

Holy Ka-Moly I hear Matt Bond's Mom is going to be there!

E, it's pretty simple if you're coming straight to Bass from Arlington. Take I-45 to the far side of downtown Houston, go south on 288 about 12 miles, exit Beltway 8, turn left and stay on the service road. Go about 1/2 a mile and turn right into the park entrance. When you exit off of 45 onto 288, I believe you have to get immediately over to the left, or you'll end up on 59.

E, it's pretty simple if you're coming straight to Bass from Arlington. Take I-45 to the far side of downtown Houston, go south on 288 about 12 miles, exit Beltway 8, turn left and stay on the service road. Go about 1/2 a mile and turn right into the park entrance. When you exit off of 45 onto 288, I believe you have to get immediately over to the left, or you'll end up on 59.



Is 288 a toll road? What about once you get to the park is it easy to find the headquarters to sign up for doubles?

no, it is not a toll road.

if you enter either of the first two entrances off the tollway feeder road, you will soon see golfers and HQ will be apparent.

288 is not a toll road. Beltway 8 is, but you'll be staying on the access road, not entering the beltway. When you enter the park from the access road, you'll run straight into the headquarters, assuming it's in the same pavilion it has been in past years, pretty much in the middle of all the courses.

Great to hear Orum got one of the last spots. :)

Geez...209 as of noon on Tuesday.

Only 7 possible slots left! Great job folks! There is always something special about playin' to a full-house!

House guests began arriving last night...it finally seems like it's really here. :D

Weather forecast is starting to look really good for Friday through Sunday now...

I hope that our illustrious staff is going to be working on making that State of Texas a little bigger...I heard that not only was it too small, but it also wasn't looking very much like the state of Texas...the joke last night was that it was looking like it should be called the "West Virginia" hole instead.

Geeeeeez is it Friday yet? What time does doubles start? Im sure its listed somewhere but I rather not fish back real far to find it

Geez...209 as of noon on Tuesday.



"We are drinkin' beer at noon on Tuesday...in a bar that faces a giant car wash"

Anybody? :D

Geeeeeez is it Friday yet? What time does doubles start? Im sure its listed somewhere but I rather not fish back real far to find it


Doubles flex start is 2-4pm on Friday
http://www.txsdgc.com/News_View.aspx?Articleid=49

I hope that our illustrious staff is going to be working on making that State of Texas a little bigger...I heard that not only was it too small, but it also wasn't looking very much like the state of Texas...the joke last night was that it was looking like it should be called the "West Virginia" hole instead.


The state outline at the Dress Rehearsal was fine... I had no problem hitting it and I'm a lowly Rec player. ;)

I hope that our illustrious staff is going to be working on making that State of Texas a little bigger...I heard that not only was it too small, but it also wasn't looking very much like the state of Texas...the joke last night was that it was looking like it should be called the "West Virginia" hole instead.


The state outline at the Dress Rehearsal was fine... I had no problem hitting it and I'm a lowly Rec player. ;)



Nah it wasn't!!! Texas is MUCH BIGGER than that one! Harlingen should be at about the bottom of the hill (near the DZ) and the top of the state should be on top of the hill. But even putting the size of it aside for a second, it doesn't look like Texas. Somebody needs to be standing at the tee box to provide a little guidance on how to stretch it out a bit so that from the perspective of the tee box (or road) that it looks in the right proportion.

I hit Texas with a good drive at around Texarkana, but it did a little spin around and ended up 6" outside of the string. :(

I hope that our illustrious staff is going to be working on making that State of Texas a little bigger...I heard that not only was it too small, but it also wasn't looking very much like the state of Texas...the joke last night was that it was looking like it should be called the "West Virginia" hole instead.


The state outline at the Dress Rehearsal was fine... I had no problem hitting it and I'm a lowly Rec player. ;)



Nah it wasn't!!! Texas is MUCH BIGGER than that one! Harlingen should be at about the bottom of the hill (near the DZ) and the top of the state should be on top of the hill. But even putting the size of it aside for a second, it doesn't look like Texas. Somebody needs to be standing at the tee box to provide a little guidance on how to stretch it out a bit so that from the perspective of the tee box (or road) that it looks in the right proportion.

I hit Texas with a good drive at around Texarkana, but it did a little spin around and ended up 6" outside of the string. :(



If you make the outline that big, what's the point...? No one is gonna miss it. :confused:

If you make the outline that big, what's the point...? No one is gonna miss it. :confused:



You'd be surprised Eric. Just the appearance of the OB line is enough to test lots of players.

The DZ is usually near Monterrey, MX (on a map), with the basket somewhere between BCS and Giddings...or even a little higher near Mexia.

(Commenting blind here, I haven't seen the hole yet.)

If you make the outline that big, what's the point...? No one is gonna miss it. :confused:



You'd be surprised Eric. Just the appearance of the OB line is enough to test lots of players.

The DZ is usually near Monterrey, MX (on a map), with the basket somewhere between BCS and Giddings...or even a little higher near Mexia.

(Commenting blind here, I haven't seen the hole yet.)



I landed in Victoria...go figure...it's a good place to be after a short drive !!

I hope that our illustrious staff is going to be working on making that State of Texas a little bigger...I heard that not only was it too small, but it also wasn't looking very much like the state of Texas...the joke last night was that it was looking like it should be called the "West Virginia" hole instead.


The state outline at the Dress Rehearsal was fine... I had no problem hitting it and I'm a lowly Rec player. ;)



Nah it wasn't!!! Texas is MUCH BIGGER than that one! Harlingen should be at about the bottom of the hill (near the DZ) and the top of the state should be on top of the hill. But even putting the size of it aside for a second, it doesn't look like Texas. Somebody needs to be standing at the tee box to provide a little guidance on how to stretch it out a bit so that from the perspective of the tee box (or road) that it looks in the right proportion.

I hit Texas with a good drive at around Texarkana, but it did a little spin around and ended up 6" outside of the string. :(



If your drive had landed 6" INSIDE the string, would it have been big enough?

Thanks for volunteering to stand at the tee box while we lay out the OB line.

I close my eye's when i throw anyway so it doesnt really matter how big the Texas OB is to me

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I thought you always close your eyes when you throw and make some squeeling noise...maybe I have you mixed up with someone else.

Who's your partner for doubles friday? I'm partnerless.

I bet your playing with that guy with a tattoo of a butterfly on his leg...or was it a 3..man I don't remember.

Am I totally off or do I even know you?

I hope that our illustrious staff is going to be working on making that State of Texas a little bigger...I heard that not only was it too small, but it also wasn't looking very much like the state of Texas...the joke last night was that it was looking like it should be called the "West Virginia" hole instead.


The state outline at the Dress Rehearsal was fine... I had no problem hitting it and I'm a lowly Rec player. ;)



Nah it wasn't!!! Texas is MUCH BIGGER than that one! Harlingen should be at about the bottom of the hill (near the DZ) and the top of the state should be on top of the hill. But even putting the size of it aside for a second, it doesn't look like Texas. Somebody needs to be standing at the tee box to provide a little guidance on how to stretch it out a bit so that from the perspective of the tee box (or road) that it looks in the right proportion.

I hit Texas with a good drive at around Texarkana, but it did a little spin around and ended up 6" outside of the string. :(



If your drive had landed 6" INSIDE the string, would it have been big enough?

Thanks for volunteering to stand at the tee box while we lay out the OB line.



Nope...it doesn't have anything to do with whether I missed it or not Christian...it's still lots smaller than it has ever been in the past...but that's okay. We can play it as the "West Virginia" hole this year.

It isn't like the setup crew wasn't provided with advice on how to set it up and the rough size of it, but sometimes those guys just like to do things their own way regardless of the advice given. Oh well, I'll be aiming for Charleston this weekend. :D [Unless you're hinting that you want me to help you get it set up...in which case we might have to meet out there over a lunch hour...but I'm willing to do it if you are.]

just yankin yer chain Larry.

Neal and I will be working out at Bass tomorrow. I'll help him keep the shape somewhere between Texas and West Virginia and ask him to Super Size it.

just yankin yer chain Larry.

Neal and I will be working out at Bass tomorrow. I'll help him keep the shape somewhere between Texas and West Virginia and ask him to Super Size it.



Heh-heh-heh... :D

I have set that outline up twice in the past. It is hard to do it when you are standing on a hillside and the perspective is going to be at an oblique angle. The first time, I ended up with El Paso curled around almost under Wilmont's (reg.) #16.

Depending on which way the wind is blowin' we might all be aiming for Albequerque or Charleston.

From the pre-reg list, it looks like either Eric Tracy (#12642) is in, or Nikko's rating dropped substantially during his move to Metairie. :)

Yeah I close my eyes, squeal, with a cigarette in my mouth and finish with a 360 twirl!!

Yeah ill be doubles with the "Circle 3"

Hey Garin Wutang i think K-Dub may need a partner

The reg. list is showing 211 this morning...only 5 slots left! I wonder who is gonna get 'em?

Weather forecast was looking very good...chance of showers on Thursday and mostly clear the rest of the weekend. Low to mid 80's should make for some fine DG.

See you folks out there on Saturday morning.

I will have TWC fundraiser disc and raffle tickets winner gets a basket and a REVO backpack.
So come see me and support a good cause....OUR LADIES!

Sounds good. You guys call me(512-801-TIME). I'll be there later today...getting on the road in about an hour. Making it a full disc golf week. Staying with an Uncle and a buddy.

Look forward to better weather than 2007 :mad:

A little birdie just told me Nikko and Geoff Bennett are in...

Mike is conversing with animals again.

So, I see some rain might be moving through. Will WillY still remain dry? Has it been mowed?

Showers moved through quick.

Brought the North wind. Surfs up!!!

Tonight: Mainly clear. Low 46F. NNW winds at 10 to 20 mph, diminishing to 5 to 10 mph.

Tomorrow: Mainly sunny. High 77F. Winds ESE at 10 to 15 mph.

Tomorrow night: Partly cloudy skies. Low 57F. Winds SSE at 10 to 15 mph.

Saturday: More clouds than sun. Highs in the low 80s and lows in the mid 60s.

Sunday: Times of sun and clouds. Highs in the mid 70s and lows in the low 50s.

Monday: Times of sun and clouds. Highs in the upper 60s and lows in the low 40s.

Out of curiosity, did you guys schedule the Texas State DGC to deliberately coincide with the PGA's Shell Houston Open, or was it just random coincidence?

It is the other way around. The reasoning about getting the Shell Open the week before Augusta is all spin. The stick guys just want to feed off of disc golf's magic.

Does a north wind really bring the surf up?

Yes, the north wind pushes against the water as it comes in, getting underneath it and propping up the waves.

Is there a brewery/restaurant in the area of the course?

Also is there any good seafood places near the course?


THANKS!

Yes, the north wind pushes against the water as it comes in, getting underneath it and propping up the waves.



Good explaination... And the end result, Ground Swell...

Just checked the reg. list and it's showing a full-house at 216 registered players!

I guess that pretty much answers all of the day-of wannabe's...everyone is wait-list from now on.

Only a couple more days to go...

We got a bit of rain around here last night and this morning, but it probably won't be bad on Saturday. Might be a tad muddy in some spots tomorrow, but there is a good breeze blowing out there right now and that will dry things out in a hurry!

Wind is definitely up down here. Our trailer at work (5 miles from Bass) is trying to fly away.

And it did rain this morning, but right now you cannot tell that it did.

Yes, the north wind pushes against the water as it comes in, getting underneath it and propping up the waves.



Good explaination... And the end result, Jake takes the afternoon off and hits the beach...



:)