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2008 Discraft Ace Race
2008 Ace Race

The Race Is On! Each Autumn, disc golfers from around the world gather at their local courses for one purpose: to throw aces! No putting, no approaching... just runnin' at the chains.

To add to the challenge and excitement, players all throw the same model disc: in past years this has been a brand new, never-seen-before Discraft prototype disc that is introduced each year especially for Ace Race. All players get one of these discs to throw, and one to collect.

To run an Ace Race, no previous experience as a Tournament Director is required. Many thousands of disc golfers came out to throw at nearly 200 local events in 2007. Ace Race is expected to grow much larger in 2008, so don't wait to register your event! Typically, Ace Races are limited to one per community. If you wait, someone could lock in the Ace Race in your town ahead of you.

Get ready to run it! We'll see you at the Ace Race.



2008 Event registration is now open!


What is Ace Race like from the player's perspective? See lots of photos and an in-depth article written about the 2007 Ace Race in Memphis. There are also tons of photos and some videos to watch on last year's Ace Race calendar.


Ace Race Info For Players

When:
August, September and October. Check the calendar for the Ace Race in your area... or run your own ace race! To run an event, see more info below.

Format:
Two rounds of 18 holes, one throw per hole per player.

Course layout:
Holes are generally between 180 and 250 feet (55 to 75 meters).

Entry fee: $25

Player package:
Two identical Discraft discs, plus a SuperColor mini and a Discraft hat. A $55 value!

Rules of play:
Players are required to use the player package discs, and only these discs. If a disc is lost, the player has the option of using the second disc from the package. Only one throw per player per hole. Groups of up to eight players are generally acceptable, depending on course, time of day and TD discretion. Each player should have their own scorecard and mark "A" for aces and "M" for holes on which they hit metal.

After all players in the group have thrown, discs are picked up and the group moves directly to the next tee. Players keep their scorecards for round two, using the next line on the card to record the round.

The Discraft Ace Race is fun for everyone.

The player with the most aces after 36 holes is declared the winner. In case of ties, the number of metal hits is used as a tie breaker. If a tie persists, a closest to the pin contest is then used to determine the event winner.

Prize package:
Grand prize for each event is a Discraft merchandise package, including a bag and ten premium discs. Events are also encouraged to offer an optional cash side pot for those who wish to participate, which is divided proportionally among the number of aces and/or metal hits.

To sign up:
Contact your local Ace Race Tournament Director from the calendar on this page.


Ace Race Info For Event Directors

Event window:
Your event must be scheduled in August, September or October. The earlier you schedule, the sooner you can begin to promote your Ace Race and build your field of players. The rules are simple, so no previous experience as a TD is required.

TD package:
In addition to player packages and the grand prize, you will also receive an event banner and tee flags to shorten holes as needed. Promotional posters are also included, along with downloadable sign-up sheets, scorecards and more.

Full details:
Visit the Ace Race TD FAQ page.

To register an event:
Fill out the online registration form.

Additional prizes for top Ace Races:
The top three events with the most players win a free Chainstar basket! See TD FAQ for more info.



Run it and Gun it this season at a Discraft Ace Race near you.


Mix Up Your League Night:
Does your club run a weeknight league? Pick a week and make it an Ace Race! Your players will love the one-time format change, and it's a great way to bring new players out to recruit into your regular ranks.




Millington, TN


Melbourne, Florida



NOTE: Event dates and times may be subject to change. Always check with TD before traveling.

Event count: 54  ·  Last update: May 13


Sat, August 2Contact:
Omaha, NE
Seymour Smith Park - 10am
TD: Tim Farkas
Trussville, AL
Civitan Park - 9am
TD: Chris Pierce
East Pennsboro, PA
Ridley Park - 3pm
TD: Jeff Manatt
Sun, August 3Contact:
Hibbing, MN
Hull Rust Park - 11am
TD: Tony Schumacher
Oskaloosa, IA
Edmundson Park - 1pm
TD: T.J. Brom
Mulvane, KS
English Park - 11am
TD: Josh Luinstra
Sat, August 9Contact:
Huntsville, AL
Brahan Springs Park - 9am
TD: Chris Pierce
Sun, August 10Contact:
Fruita, CO
Riverbend Park - 10am
TD: Joshua Fritz
Marietta, OH
Big Buckeye at Broughton's - 11am
TD: David Smith
Sat, August 16Contact:
Roswell, NM
Enchanted Lands DGC - 2pm
TD: Mike Orona
Roanoke Rapids, NC
Roanoke Rapids Lake Park - 1pm
TD: Tim Wrenn
Carrollton, TX
Greenbelt Park - 9:30am
TD: Clay Coleman
Sun, August 24Contact:
Marshall Township, PA
Knob Hill - 1pm
TD: Jeff Stanek
St. Cloud, MN
Calvary Hill - 10am
TD: Adam Gorres
Sat, August 30Contact:
Lumberton, NC
Luther Britt Park - 10am
TD: Edward Lowe
Mon, September 1Contact:
Floral City, FL
Floral Park - 10am
TD: Mike Barnett
Sat, September 6Contact:
Waynesville, NC
Vance Street Park - 10am
TD: Michael Huffstetler
Sun, September 7Contact:
Athens, AL
Athens State University - 10am
TD: Bill Bullington
Sat, September 13Contact:
Millington, TN
Edmund Orgill Park - 10am
TD: Greg Simmons
Edmonton, Alberta
Rundle Park - 10am
TD: Wally Ovalle
Sun, September 14Contact:
Elverson, PA
French Creek State Park - 10am
TD: Skeeter
Paducah, KY
Stuart Nelson Park - 1pm
TD: Thom Clark
Sat, September 20Contact:
Billings, MT
Pioneer Park - 9am
TD: Seth White
Casper, WY
Casper DGC - 9am
TD: Stacey Masters
Haninge, SWEDEN
Rudans Frisbeesportcenter - 10am
TD: Daniel Brändh
Las Vegas, NV
Sunset Park - 8am
TD: Arek Whitmyer
Sun, September 21Contact:
Euclid, OH
Sims Park - 11am
TD: Eric Wernet
Scottsdale, AZ
Vista del Camino Park - noon
TD: Keith Murray
Sat, September 27Contact:
Terre Haute, IN
Deming Park - 3pm
TD: Tony Doyle
Milledgeville, GA
Oak Hill Middle School - 10am
TD: James T. Powell
Centralia, IL
Foundation Park - 10am
TD: Pat Brown
Pelican Rapids, MN
Habermana Colonia - 8am
TD: Steve Ishaug
Calgary, Alberta
Park 96 - 11am
TD: Alan Herring
Sun, September 28Contact:
Rotterdam, Netherlands
Roellangerak Park - 10am
TD: Peter Buijsrogge
Sat, October 4Contact:
Modesto CA
East La Loma Park - 10:30am
TD: Rich Koski
Roskilde, Denmark
Roskilde Ring - 10am
TD: Henrik Øland
San Jose, CA
Hellyer Park - 10am
TD: Steve Schmidt
Dover, DE
Highview DGC - 10am
TD: Tony Mastrangelo
Oroville, CA
River Bend Park - 10am
TD: Mike Batory
Sun, October 5Contact:
Springfield, MI
Begg Park - 11am
TD: Chad Curtis
Sat, October 11Contact:
Tallahassee, FL
W.T. Moore Elementary - 10am
TD: Jason McMillan
Woodway, TX
Woodway Park - 10am
TD: Channon Quillen
Newtown, PA
Tyler State Park - 10am
TD: Stu Kaplan
Sun, October 12Contact:
Coconut Creek, FL
Tradewinds Park - 10am
TD: John Behnstedt
Mt Pleasant, IA
Oakland Mills Park - noon
TD: Raymond Vens
Sat, October 18Contact:
Glide, OR
Whistlers Bend Park - 10am
TD: Nathan Baker
Reedsville, OH
Forked Run - 10am
TD: Julian Powell
Eastville, VA
Indiantown Park - 1pm
TD: Shane Irwin
Tiffin, OH
Hedges-Boyer Park - 10:30am
TD: Ryan "Ryno" Shirley
Kewaunee, WI
Winter Park - 10am
TD: Tim Kopacz
Amory, MS
Concord Park - 10am
TD: Keith Spotts
Sat, October 25Contact:
Selma, OR
Lake Selmac - 10am
TD: Nathan Baker
Birmingham, AL
George Ward Park - 10am
TD: Tom Monroe
Eastville, VA
Indiantown Park - 11am
Juniors only event
TD: Roy O. Ballard
Sun, October 26Contact:
Birmingham, AL
George Ward Park - 10am
TD: Tom Monroe


Is *your* Ace Race scheduled yet? Sign up here.


  


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