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How to Get Sponsored in Disc Golf: A Complete Guide

November 13, 2025 Ted Hegemann 2 comments

Why Sponsorship Matters in Disc Golf

Sponsorship in disc golf is no longer reserved for elite touring professionals. With the sport’s rapid growth, companies are increasingly open to supporting local ambassadors, content creators, and rising competitors. Whether you’re chasing a full-time tour or simply want help covering tournament fees and gear, the path to sponsorship begins with intentional effort and a clear understanding of what brands are looking for. This blog will help you learn how to get sponsored in disc golf.

Build a Strong Social Media Presence

Sponsors want visibility, and your online platforms are the most direct way to offer it. Start by choosing one or two channels to focus on, such as Instagram, YouTube, or TikTok. Post consistently with interesting content. Share tournament recaps, practice sessions, disc reviews, and community events. Use high-quality photos and videos, and write captions that reflect your personality and passion for the sport.

Engagement matters more than follower count. Respond to comments, tag brands when you use their products, and interact with other disc golfers. This builds credibility and shows sponsors that you’re active and approachable.

Be Active in Growing the Sport

Sponsorship is not just about performance, it’s about impact. Volunteer at local events, help run clinics, mentor new players, and support your local club. If you’re involved in course maintenance, league organization, or youth outreach, document it. Brands love to support players who give back. Being a community builder shows that you’re invested in disc golf’s future, not just your own success.

Professional disc golfer with sponsors on shirt

Photo courtesy DGPT

Compete Regularly and Track Your Progress

You don’t need to win every event, but you should be active in your region’s tournament scene. Play in PDGA-sanctioned events, track your rating, and aim for consistent improvement. Sponsors look for players who are committed to growth and who represent their brand with professionalism on and off the course.

If you’re placing well or showing strong sportsmanship, mention it in your sponsorship pitch. Even if you’re not a top-tier player, your dedication and visibility can be valuable.

Find the Right Company to Approach

Start with brands you already use and believe in. If you throw discs from a specific manufacturer, wear gear from a certain apparel company, or use a particular bag, those are natural fits. Research their current team and sponsorship structure. Some companies offer tiered sponsorships, ranging from grassroots ambassadors to elite pros. Others may support players through product discounts, tournament reimbursements, or content collaborations.

Look for brands that align with your values and style. If you’re focused on growing the sport locally, a regional retailer or startup brand might be a better fit than a global manufacturer.

Craft a Professional Sponsorship Pitch

Introduce yourself, explain your disc golf journey, and highlight your achievements and community involvement. Include links to your social media, tournament results, and any relevant content. Be clear about what you’re offering, such as visibility, engagement, and event presence, and what kind of support you’re seeking.

Keep it concise and respectful. Sponsorship is a partnership, not a handout. Show that you understand the brand’s goals and how you can help them reach a wider audience. Find out if the company has a formal team application you need to submit, then fill out every section completely.

Follow Up and Stay Persistent

Not every pitch will result in a deal, but each interaction helps you refine your approach. If a company says no, ask what you can improve or whether they might consider you in the future. Keep building your brand, competing, and contributing to the sport. Sponsorships often come when you least expect them, especially if you’re consistently visible and valuable in the disc golf community.

Live Up to Your Commitment

If you do get a sponsorship from a company, make sure you follow through with everything you are required to do, and committed to do. Keep up on your social media posts, stay active in disc golf, live up to your promises. That will show show the company that you are serious about promoting their brand, and will lay the foundation for additional sponsorships.

Conclusion

Getting sponsored in disc golf requires more than just throwing far or winning tournaments. It’s about building a personal brand, engaging with the community, competing with integrity, and approaching companies with professionalism and purpose. By focusing on these areas, you’ll not only increase your chances of sponsorship but also deepen your connection to the sport and its growing culture.

If you’re ready to take the next step, start by evaluating your social media presence. Are you posting regularly? Are you showcasing your personality and passion? Then look at your local disc golf scene. Are you volunteering, mentoring, or helping grow the game? Finally, assess your competition record and identify brands that align with your style and goals. With persistence and purpose, sponsorship is within reach.

How to Throw a Hyzer Flip in Disc Golf

November 5, 2025 Ted Hegemann Leave a comment

If you’re new to disc golf, you’ve probably heard some interesting new terms tossed around, like “hyzer flip.” Some lingo comes straight from ball golf, but others are unique to our sport. The hyzer flip is one of those disc golf-specific shots that can be a game-changer once you get the hang of it.

So… What Exactly Is a Hyzer Flip?

Let’s start with the basics. A hyzer throw means you’re releasing the disc with the opposite edge (the one you’re not gripping) tilted slightly toward the ground. This angle helps the disc stay on a controlled path, whether you’re threading a tunnel or avoiding an obstacle.

Now, a hyzer flip takes that concept and adds a twist. You throw an understable disc on a hyzer angle with enough power that it flips up to flat mid-flight. That flip lets the disc glide straight down the fairway, often with minimal fade. It’s a slick move that uses the disc’s natural turn to your advantage.

In short: hyzer angle + understable disc + good power = long, straight flight. Pretty cool, right?

When Should You Use a Hyzer Flip?

Hyzer flips shine on wooded courses where tight gaps demand precision shots. Instead of fading into the trees, your disc stays straight and sneaks through those narrow lanes. They’re also great in open fields when you want a straight shot without drifting into rough terrain.

Another great time to use a hyzer flip is when you’re dealing with low ceilings. Since the disc flips up and flies flat, it tends to stay lower than other shot types that might rise and fade out. That makes it ideal for tunnel shots or fairways with branches overhead. It’s also a great option for tailwind conditions, where the wind can help stabilize the disc and keep it on a straight line.

Once you get comfortable with the mechanics, you’ll find that hyzer flips are incredibly versatile. They can be used for long drives, controlled approaches, and even technical tee shots. It’s a shot that rewards finesse and timing more than brute strength.

Tips for Throwing a Hyzer Flip

There are a few key things to keep in mind if you want to nail this shot:

1. Pick the Right Disc

Look at the disc’s turn rating. It usually ranges from +1 to -5. For hyzer flips, you want something in the -1 to -3 range. The closer to -5, the more understable it is. But be careful, too understable and you might end up with a roller instead of a long air shot. Avoid discs with a zero or +1 turn rating for this shot.

Some popular understable discs for hyzer flips include the Innova Leopard, Discraft Heat, and Latitude 64 Fuse. These discs are known for their easy turn and smooth glide, making them great choices for learning the shot.

2. Start Slow

Just like when you first learned to throw, begin with slower discs. Try a putter or midrange before moving on to fairway drivers and distance drivers. The goal is to master the technique before adding speed.

Slower discs are more forgiving and easier to control. They let you focus on your form and release angle without worrying about overpowering the disc. Once you’re confident, you can step up to faster molds and see how they respond to your throw.

3. Focus on Angle and Power

Three things matter most: disc choice, release angle, and throwing speed. Everyone’s throw is a little different, so you’ll need to experiment. Some players need more hyzer angle, others need more power. The sweet spot is when your disc flips to flat and glides straight.

If your disc turns too far right, you might be overpowering it or using too little hyzer. Dial it back or adjust your angle. With a RHBH throw, the disc spins clockwise and tends to follow that spin direction, so keep that in mind when choosing your disc and release angle.

Also, pay attention to your grip and wrist angle. A clean release with consistent spin will help the disc behave predictably. If your wrist is too loose or your grip is off, the disc might wobble and lose its intended flight path.

Photo courtesy DGPT

Wrapping It Up

Learning to throw a hyzer flip takes time, but it’s totally worth it. Once you dial in the right disc and release, you’ll have a powerful tool for navigating tight fairways and even long open shots. It’s one of those techniques that separates casual players from confident shot-shapers.

So grab an understable disc, hit the course, and start hyzer-flipping. With a little practice and a lot of field work, you’ll be carving lines and hitting gaps like a pro.

Stop Losing Discs!

April 9, 2025 Ted Hegemann 6 comments

It’s spring time here in northern Utah and the snow levels on the mountains are rising with the temperatures. The warmer weather mean more opportunities for hucking discs. It also means more lost discs. Although I can’t guarantee you’ll stop losing discs in this blog, I’ll give you a couple tips to improve your odds of getting lost discs back.

Regardless of your skill level, if you play enough disc golf you will end up losing a disc (or two. Or ten) Whether the disc ends up in some bushes, a body of water, or even deep snow, many of us end up walking away from a disc on a course. What can we do to improve our chances of getting our disc back?

While there are a few disc golfers, who live by the motto, “Finders, Keepers”, there are many more who will attempt to get the disc back to its original owner. Some of those people will only make the attempt if there is contact information on the disc (as opposed to posting a picture on a local Facebook page.) That leads us to the first tip.

Write Your Contact Info on Your Discs

This simple task of writing your name or some contact information greatly improves your chances of getting your disc back if it gets lost. If you are not comfortable writing your name and/or phone number, consider using an email address. You could also get a Google Voice phone number (which is what I do) that you use exclusively for this purpose, and put that on your disc. Whatever method you use, giving people a way to contact you might make the difference between getting your disc back or not.

Check Your Penmanship

It is frustrating to me when I find a disc that has a number on it, but can’t read the digits. Is that a six, or an eight, or maybe a zero? I don’t want to text a bunch of wrong numbers in my quest to return your disc to you. If you don’t have the most legible penmanship, ask someone else to write your info on your disc. Another convenient option is to buy a rubber stamp with your info on it. Then you can quickly stamp your discs with clear information.

Refresh and Update

Even if you diligently write your contact info on your disc, it will fade over time. That phone number you wrote last year might not be visible, and lead to people having to decipher what your digits are. Take the time at the beginning of the season to check your go-to discs to see how the ink is holding up. You’ll save a disc finder from having to do detective work.

Many people change their phone number when they get a new phone. If you do, remember to update your discs with your new number. It’s a bummer for me to attempt to return a disc with a number on it, only to get the message that a number is no longer in service. Or to have someone reply that it isn’t their disc.

Bye-Bye Bag

Every year, without fail, I see a Facebook post from a disc golfer saying their entire bag got stolen out of their car. Many times, their fellow club members will offer replacement discs, which is good to see. However, avoiding the theft in the first place would be preferable.

By not storing your disc in your car, you reduce the opportunities that a thief has to take your stuff. A lot of people keep their bag in their car all the time, for convenience. If that is the case, lock it in your trunk. If it isn’t visible, it will be less of a temptation for an opportunistic bad guy. Someone could still break into a locked trunk, or even your house, but they are less likely to go to that length for a bag and some plastic.

Keep Your Discs!

After a recent local tournament and league, I found 38 discs in or around a river that runs through the course. I was able to contact the owners of 28 of the discs from the phone numbers on the discs. Those are good stats, in my opinion. And they were made possible because people took the time to write their contact info on their discs. (Another seven got claimed after I posted a picture of the discs on our club Facebook page.) Increase the odds that YOU get your disc back by writing your contact info on your discs!

If you need to replace a lost disc, I know a good place to shop for a new one!

Laws Regarding Found Property

On a side note, I’ve seen a lot of debate about whether or not people make an effort to return discs that they find. Some people, as mentioned above, believe in ‘Finders, Keepers’. Others will make an effort to locate the owners. What are the legal ramifications of keeping a disc?

In Utah and some of the surrounding states, the law requires you to either notify or surrender the disc to law enforcement or a government entity. In the entire history of disc golf, I doubt this has ever happened. (Idaho law states that the item must be over $100 in value, which excludes most discs.) It may be a requirement to surrender a found disc, but those are laws with very little teeth.

Improving At Disc Golf

May 1, 2024 Ted Hegemann 4 comments

One of the question I hear asked a lot when there is someone new to a disc golf group is, how long have you been playing disc golf?

I’ve often asked that question and have been asked it many times myself. It’s fun and interesting to learn how and when people started playing. It’s also interesting to see people’s skill level based on how long they have been playing, and what they are doing to improve at disc golf.

Some people have impressive amounts of skill, even though they haven’t been playing long. Others are at about the level we would expect them to be, based on how long they have been playing. There are a couple reasons why there might be a difference. First, some people just have more athletic ability than others. Second, the courses and people we play with can influence how much and how rapidly we grow. Third, some people want to get better while others are content to just play at their current skill level.

Survey From Remix Outdoors

How does your growth and skill level compare to others? Our friends at Remix Outdoors shared the results of a survey they conducted among disc golfers which shows the average driving distance and the length of time playing for survey participants. This gives us an idea where our skills match up with others who have been playing as long as us. Every disc golf wants to get more driving distance.

disc golf distance survey results

According to the survey, after starting out as a beginner, the average disc golfer doubles their driving distance in just six months. Then the average distance gains slow quite a bit. The longer we play, the more difficult to add distance to our drives. I’ve seen this trend among a lot of disc golfers that I know. Although the arc seems accurate, the distances seemed a little lower than I’ve seen.

I would have guessed that the average disc golfer would have picked up a little more distance in the first year or so. After people learn the basics of form, quite a lot of growth can occur. Then the progress might slow down. Even so, the growth/plateau arc is close to what I’ve seen a lot. Is there something we can do to speed up the growth?

Improving at Disc Golf

There are several methods we can use to improve our skills in disc golf. Some cost money but most are free. They all involve investing time to improve our skills.

Watch Youtube Videos

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One of the great benefits of social media is that people with a lot of knowledge can impart that knowledge to the masses easily and cheaply. There are many disc golf coaches who post videos that walk you through every aspect of disc golf. Watching the videos, doing the drills, and following suggestions can help us improve our skills. We can see every detail of good form, then work to implement that form for ourselves.

That method of improving does have a few drawbacks though. First, not everyone learns just by watching a video. Some need to be told how to make our body do the moves in the videos. We might assume we are doing what is suggested in the video, but really just creating new bad habits. Which leads us to the second drawback: A video can’t give feedback. Unless we know we are using proper form, we can’t really correct our issues. Which leads us to the second method we can use to improve:

Take Video of Our Form

If you watch good tutorials you can get a good mental image of what proper form looks like. If we then record and watch ourselves doing the same moves, we can compare our form to the proper form to see what areas we need to work on. This still requires us to be able to make changes to the way our body moves, which may or may not be easy for us. That is where the last improvement method comes into play:

Get Some Coaching

cartoon image of a coach

Having a knowledgeable coach watch our form and give immediate feedback, including ways we can correct any issues we’re having, is a great way to speed up the learning curve. This takes more than just pointing out problem areas. This means finding someone that can teach us how to change our muscle memory and lay the foundation for good form and good habits.

When it comes to coaching, there are several options. Some coaches have monthly subscriptions that include video form reviews. Others offer single lessons with feedback. If you are lucky enough to have a good teacher in your club, you can get some one-on-one coaching or maybe some feedback if you’re playing a casual together.

Practice!

Regardless of the method you choose to improve your skills, if you don’t plan time for practice, you are making the road to getting better a hard one. I mean, even the pros practice. We need that body/brain connection on a regular basis to cement the neural pathways so we can duplicate the correct form on a regular basis. Practice!

What is YOUR experience with driving distance vs Experience?

As I said in the before, the general trajectory I’ve frequently seen with new players fits nicely with the results of the survey by Remix Outdoors. How we fall on the scale and how fast we want to advance is up to us.

How about you? How fast did you gain distance? Are you taking steps to improve your disc golf game?

Disc Golf Tips on Accuracy

February 1, 2023 Mister Disc One comment

This post on accuracy in disc golf, is the first post in a series designed to optimize your opportunities to absorb and learn the content that will elevate your game. This series will have tips clearly laid out for you in writing which will then be reinforced with videos by professional disc golfers. Read, watch, practice, and improve! Let’s begin!

If you are reading this post, I applaud you. You are serious about taking your game to the next level!

We all love the distance (and don’t worry, we got you there too!).

But the last time I checked, the object of the game was to get the disc into the basket in the fewest strokes possible.

And how much good is that 475 foot bomb going to do, if you smack a tree 50 feet in front of you and send it careening off into the bowels of the woods? Not so much help there…

Same thing if you throw that 475’ shot out of bounds, or 150 feet off line. That’s no good either.

No, if you’re serious about low scores, then throwing your discs accurately is what’s going to get you there. Then, once we’ve got a firm handle on accuracy, we’ll add that distance in. Then, you’ll be a true force to be reckoned with!

So let’s get going and start getting you that pinpoint accuracy to drop your scores.

This post will give you videos AND lay out the written highlights for you to review. That way you can be sure you’re downloading these lessons into your brain and carrying them with you onto the course… Let’s get started!

In our first video on accuracy, we meet one of disc golf’s rising stars in Cole Redalen.

Cole starts us off by highlighting the importance of accuracy to scoring those birdies. (Like I said, you’re in the right place!).

As you’ll see in the video he is working on a straight shot in a direct line with the basket. For this shot he is using a neutral putter. This brings him to his first tip for accuracy.

Accuracy Tip #1 – Make your walk-up be in a straight line with the direction of your release.

For a straight shot, you want to be moving your body along that straight line to the target. That means your walk up, and X-step are all along that same straight line.

If you are throwing a hyzer line, you’ll be going diagonal from the back left of the tee box to the front right (for RHBH). And the opposite is true for an analyzer line (Back right of teebox to front left for RHBH).

But really, it all boils down to one thing: Make your walk-up be in a straight line with the direction of your release!

Cole does a good job of demonstrating this tip before getting to his second tip on accurate shots.

Accuracy Tip #2 – On your reach back and follow through, keep your disc in a straight line with the basket.

After Cole shows you two examples of his pure form, throwing the disc straight and true, he goes on to emphasize this second tip on accuracy. He also gives a helpful visual on what not to do (note: this is a prime visual example of that dreaded term we call “rounding”) and shows how problematic it can be for accurate shots.

Logically, it makes sense. If you want your disc to follow a straight line to the basket, you should keep it on that very same straight line the whole time.

Otherwise, If you pull it back behind you and off that line, it is going to be far more difficult to release at the precise time that will get it heading towards your intended target.

Now that you’ve read up on these two tips, have a look at Cole’s explanations and let it crystallize in your mind!

Those two tips should help tremendously. But there’s more information to be had!

In our next video, there is a very important tip that is closely related to the previous two tips.

It has to do with foot placement so you can ensure that you won’t round and will be able to keep that disc on a straight line as you pull through towards the basket.

In this video Eric Oakley talks about 3 things that all pros are doing on tour. The first “thing” leads us to our third accuracy tip.

Accuracy Tip #3 – Do NOT keep your feet parallel to the line to the basket.

As you watch the video (this tip starts at the 4:30 mark) it all makes sense. If your feet are in a parallel line with the basket, then when you reach back, your body will be in the way of that straight line you want to pull through on (tip #2). This leads you to twist and contort during your shot and seriously hampers the likelihood you’ll keep that disc on your intended line.

Instead, Oakley explains, put your front foot forward. This allows you to create space for your disc to go back and follow through on that line to the target.

Watch the whole video, because it’s helpful (and funny!), but if you want get right to the spot where tip #3 resides, start watching at the 4:30 mark.

We’ve got one more tip for you on disc golf accuracy, but I don’t want you to worry about holding it all in! We’ll be sure to review all the highlights at the end of the post for you as well… For now let’s check out this last tip for you to take with you!

Another video that is going to help you with your accuracy (and distance) helps stress the importance of your follow-through.

In this video, Infinite Discs sponsored pro, Eric Oakley, really stresses the importance of follow-through for effective backhand driving accuracy (and distance).

At the start of the video, Oakley gives a nod to pro legend JohnE McCray, whose very deliberate follow through helps demonstrate its importance to accuracy and distance. This brings us to our next tip.

Accuracy Tip #4 – Keep your follow-through continuing forward on the same line as your pull-through.

When you are practicing this tip, play around with really exaggerating the straight-line follow through. In this way you can find the amount that works best for you in your new and improved form.

Some of you may be wondering: How does this help with power as well as accuracy?

As it turns out, this tip has multiple benefits because it adds power to your form as well.

Eric Oakley explains how by saying, “it really takes all of my momentum and puts it into the disc…”

Now, watch Eric Oakley for yourself and see how keeping that follow-through in line with your pull-through will keep those shots accurate, with an added boost of power as well!

Disc Golf Accuracy – In Summary

As we said at the start, accuracy is an oft-overlooked, but absolutely crucial part of any complete player’s disc golf game. With so many obstacles on the course, how could it not be?

And while most players are looking to add that coveted power, you’re here and looking to drop your scores. Well played.

Thinking about it further, this is a far more logical sequence to follow. Once you have the accuracy, then you can focus on adding distance. The reverse just leads to bad form and more headaches.

So, let’s quickly review our tips on disc golf accuracy. Then, you can feel confident hitting those tight lines the next time you’re on the course.

Disc Golf Accuracy Tips:

Tip #1 – Make sure your walk up is in a straight line to the basket.
Tip #2 – On your reach back and follow through, keep your disc in a straight line with the basket.
Tip #3 – Do NOT keep your feet parallel to the line to the basket. (Instead, have your front foot staggered out in front or forward).
Tip #4 – Keep your Follow-Through continuing forward on the same line as your pull through.

There you have it folks! Combined with practice, those tips are sure to help you navigate past trees, through mandos and around any other obstacles that are constants in our beautiful game!

If you need a refresher on any of these tips, be sure to come back to this post and reread/re-watch the content any time!

Also, we want to know your thoughts, so be sure to comment on this post as well.

Were there any tips that you found helpful or new to you? Are there other tips you find helpful for your own disc golf accuracy? Did any of these tips result in some tighter lines for you on the course?

Be sure to let us know this and more in the comments!

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Putting Styles: Should You Spin Putt or Push Putt?

April 2, 2020 Alan 3 comments

In this quick disc golf tutorial, Dave Feldberg discusses the differences between different putting styles. There are advantages and disadvantages to each putting style. Depending on the conditions and scenarios, to be the best disc golfer you can be, Dave recommends that you learn and implement both putting styles. He also gives additional tips and explains why Paul McBeth is the best disc golfer in the world.

Spin Putt

A “spin putt” is where you spin the disc by rotating your wrist at least 90 degrees during your putting motion. Spin putts are more effective when putting into headwinds and for longer distance putts. The spinning motion helps the disc travel farther and makes it less susceptible to movement from wind.

Push Putt

A “push putt” is often the preferred choice for closer putts. This putting style is also referred to as a loft or shovel putt. With a push putt you simply open your hand and let the disc come out. The push putt is recommended for short term accuracy. A big advantage of the push putt is that when these putts miss they generally stay much closer to the basket and require shorter comebacks.

Click this link for more disc golf putting tips by professional disc golfers.

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Nate Sexton Disc Golf Clinic – Sidearm 2018

March 10, 2018 Dylan Durrant One comment

We met with Nate Sexton at the 2018 Las Vegas Challenge and asked if he could teach about the Sidearm throw. Nate is one of the the best disc golfers in the world, and has one of the most accurate and powerful Sidearm throws. He most often uses his sidearm throw with a Nate Sexton Firebird (aka SexyBird). In Vegas, he made a short video with us explaining how he grips the disc, his run-up, angle, and release. Hope you enjoy! Leave a comment if you learned something that will help your game!

Paul Ulibarri Disc Golf Clinic: Angle Control

November 9, 2017 Alan Leave a comment

In this disc golf clinic, professional disc golfer Paul Ulibarri provides tips on how you can improve your game with more accurate angle control and follow through. He demonstrates the grip he uses when driving, and discusses his mental game and what he focus’s on to compete at the highest level. Paul is an excellent teacher and was kind enough to share some of his wisdom with us.

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