2023 Zambia Disc Golf Fundraiser Series - Kelley Park

PDGA logoSaturday, May 27, 2023 at Kelley Park in San Jose, California
XC-tier · PDGA-sanctioned singles tournament
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Join us for a one round Fundraiser Flex Start XC-Tier event at Kelley Park where you can choose your tee time ... more
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Ben Palm    Sticky May 7, 2023 at 5:26am

Layouts are live and ready to practice! We have two layouts we will be using for this event - one that's for our more advanced and pro players, and one that's more beginner friendly. Both layouts are available on UDisc and ready to play. If you want more details, read on!

IMPORTANT: Both layouts play to the galvanized (gray) baskets on every hole. Do NOT play to any of the white baskets. Those are in place for another event.

Long layout plays from every long tee to all the galvan ... more

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Florentino Pano    June 4, 2023 at 2:05am

Thank you! Yes they had a good time.

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Florentino Pano    May 31, 2023 at 12:42am

Fun course, first time playing it. Lost Ti Flx Zone(copper) on 14????

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Ben Palm   May 31, 2023 at 3:45pm

I’ll keep an eye out, for sure! Thanks for bringing out your boys! Did they have a good time?

Jesse Walton    May 30, 2023 at 10:32pm

Thank you for the tournament. I had a lot of fun at a course I never played.

In the future, please post your mission more clearly. I am at fault for not doing my research, but you could have been more transparent in your mission by posting it in the description, "Our mission is to share the love of Jesus Christ by serving the disc golf community and helping people into a growing relationship with Him."

I do not support your mission, but I guess I just did...

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Nate Yordy   May 31, 2023 at 2:36am

I have to say, I find myself in the same boat. Would appreciate honesty about the mission! I too, was swindled by this event. I even sponsored a hole! I love disc golf with all my heart, and don't support the idea of using our wonderful sport as bait to lure people to Christianity. Thanks for t ... more

Ben Palm   May 31, 2023 at 3:43pm

Thanks, Jesse and Nate, for reaching out and sharing your concerns. I humbly apologize. There was no intent of swindling or deceiving. Yes, Eagles Wings is a Christian organization and does a lot to share Jesus with others. HOWEVER, the Zambia Open is not one of those events. The Zambia Open is simp ... more

Nate Yordy   June 1, 2023 at 2:46pm

It was still a great event and it was wonderful meeting you. I think Jesse and I would both agree that we can do a better job of understanding the true mission when playing in a charity event. The only thing I would ask is more transparency in the description of the event. If the money from the even ... more

Jason McIntire    May 27, 2023 at 3:44pm

I am unable to attend the tournament. Requesting a refund please.

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Schuyler Raine-Mustain    May 27, 2023 at 3:42am

Anyway to do a 8:48 card? Sorry to ask so late, I just found out I have the day off tomorrow, but have a commitment later on in the day. Either way thanks for putting on a cool event.

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Ben Palm   May 27, 2023 at 4:25am

Love the heart, friend! Here's what I'd suggest - show up tomorrow, and we will see who we have. If we have two people willing to head out early with you at 8:48, we can certainly send out a card then. But since it's so close to the event, there are no guarantees.

Schuyler Raine-Mustain   May 27, 2023 at 5:21am

Thanks Ben

Ben Palm   May 27, 2023 at 2:01pm

One guy dropped, so there’s now an open spot at 10:12am if you want it!

Nate Yordy    May 22, 2023 at 3:46pm

Will there be a players meeting/check-in before the event? Or anything else on the schedule besides showing up for our tee times? Just want to make sure I don't miss anything :)

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Ben Palm   May 23, 2023 at 1:16am

Yeah. You’ll want to check in about 10 minutes before your tee time. That’s also when you’ll pick up your players pack and any other discs you ordered.

David Cunningham   May 23, 2023 at 6:24am

Thank you!

David Cunningham    May 22, 2023 at 3:52am

Is it possible to switch my tee time to 9:00 or 9:15? I'm currently scheduled for 10:00. Thx

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Ben Palm   May 22, 2023 at 5:55am

Not currently, as there are no open slots earlier in the day. If one opens up, I'll let you know!

Ben Palm   May 23, 2023 at 1:15am

Hey David! We’ve opened up a 5th spot on each card to make more room in the morning. So feel free to change your tee time to one that works better for you!

Maxwell Mical    May 20, 2023 at 7:46pm

Heads up all players - Just got here for a practice round and the parking lot is beyond capacity with a local event at the museum. They said there's another local event the day of the tournament. So show up early as parking may be a challenge

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Ben Palm   May 22, 2023 at 5:54am

Thanks, Maxwell! I'm talking with the city to find out what's going on. When we first booked this event, there was nothing else on the calendar. I'll update you as I get more info.

Maxwell Mical   May 22, 2023 at 4:45pm

Sorry I tried to get information, too. It's in whatever is right before the course. I'll keep looking and see if I can figure anything out, as well.

Ben Palm   May 23, 2023 at 1:18am

I talked with the parks department, and they said there is nothing on the calendar for this Saturday. So hopefully it shouldn’t be as crazy as last weekend. But showing up early won’t be a bad idea.

Michael Wamsley II    May 19, 2023 at 8:17pm

Just wondering if the course has been manicured as of lately? Thank you in advance

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Ben Palm   May 20, 2023 at 12:13am

I was out there today tackling the weeds on holes 10, 12, 14, 16, 17, and 18. They all look way better. My buddy Nick spent all day yesterday mowing holes 2-9. So the course is looking much better!

Michael Wamsley II   May 20, 2023 at 4:51am

Thank you for the update Ben. The course is beautiful and I appreciate you and anyone else helping over there. Thank you.

Maxwell Mical   May 22, 2023 at 2:30am

Ben and your friend Nick. The course looks gorgeous. Thank you so much for the work you and the rest of the team put in. Really great stuff

Derek Kirmil    April 6, 2023 at 9:59pm

Is KP going to be closed to those not playing in this tournament on this day?

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Zachary Smith   April 7, 2023 at 1:08pm

Derek, we cannot close the park completely, but since we will be having groups of 4 or 5 teeing off every ten minutes, we'd recommend playing at a different park if you're able. Thanks!

Vanessa Lombera    March 26, 2023 at 11:11pm

Hi! Is this just one round? Any idea what layout will be played?

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Zachary Smith   March 27, 2023 at 1:10pm

Vanessa, yes this is a one round event. We are finalizing the layouts, but more than likely FA2 and MA3 divisions and lower would play the shorts.