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  • Growing Disc Golf in High Schools
    2026/08/14

    Send in your questions to https://DiscGolfAnswerMan.comBobby Cool Daddy Slick Breeze talks with Brent Reuter, Casey Martinson, Matt Anderson, and Jason Allen about the rise of high school disc golf in Illinois and how school clubs are getting started. The conversation covers student recruitment, school support, tournament structure, and what it took to launch a first-ever high school state championship. If you want to bring disc golf into a school, this episode is a practical look at what actually works.For more info Contact:illinoishsdgc@gmail.com Email for Illinois High School Disc Golf Clubs Illinois High School Disc Golf Clubs Facebook Pagehttps://www.facebook.com/share/14oLzq2UqWk/Instagram-Leland Team Pagehttps://www.instagram.com/lelandildiscgolfInstagram-Illinois High School Disc Golf Clubs https://www.instagram.com/illinoishighschooldiscgolf00:00 - Why this episode is about high school disc golf00:50 - Quick introductions from Casey, Matt, Jason, and Brent03:15 - Why getting kids into disc golf early matters04:14 - Most students have never heard of disc golf05:06 - How seventh graders react to disc golf class06:51 - The light bulb moment when a disc finally flies right08:03 - School support and indoor hallway putting when it gets cold09:50 - Starting a club when the school wants student initiation11:34 - Club names, roster sizes, and how many students are involved14:49 - What weekly structure and practice can look like16:29 - Outdoor practices, bus trips, and winter putting leagues18:46 - How the Illinois state championship came together21:08 - Social media outreach and finding participating schools23:57 - Why the team treated promotion like guerrilla marketing24:12 - Early meets and other Illinois high school events26:23 - Brent’s role in building excitement at Dixon High School28:32 - Why the state championship was held later than the original date30:05 - Why the championship used the shorter tees31:49 - The final field size and girls and boys division numbers32:20 - The trophies and how team scoring worked35:06 - Addison Woodard’s ace on hole 736:38 - What the students are doing next, including college and PDGA interest39:46 - How parents reacted to the team’s success43:59 - Why teaching disc golf is so rewarding for the coaches44:45 - Student breakthroughs and the kids who keep coming back47:50 - Advice for starting a high school disc golf club50:54 - Use local clubs, donations, and social media to build momentum

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  • Eric Oakley on Mental Resilience and Disc Golf Coaching
    2026/07/15

    Send in your questions to https://DiscGolfAnswerMan.comIn the world of disc golf, few names resonate as strongly as Eric Oakley’s. Once a competitive player known for playing on the Disc Golf Pro Tour scene, Eric recently found himself at a crossroads, questioning his path and pursuing new passions. We dive into Eric’s journey, exploring his transition from professional disc golf to a focus on personal wellness and Disc Golf coaching. If you are curious about Eric's coaching program head over to:https://www.instagram.com/theericoakley/https://patreon.com/EricOakley

    00:00 - Meet Eric Oakley: From tour star to coaching pioneer02:26 - Why Eric stepped back from competition03:49 - The pain of plantar fasciitis and staying active04:37 - The power of routine: running daily for four years07:14 - Fixating on success, not failures08:12 - Skateboarding’s role in refreshing Eric’s mind10:16 - How skateboarding rediscovered Eric’s confidence13:38 - The mental lesson from skateboarding: trying hundreds of times16:53 - Flipping the script: focus on wins, not losses18:39 - Letting go of competition and building new purpose22:31 - Navigating identity loss and finding new passions23:28 - The birth of Eric’s coaching program and what it offers27:22 - How tech and community make learning easier33:54 - Common mistakes: nose angle, follow through, and timing39:28 - Building distance with control, not chaos41:12 - The concept of “onion layers”: slow and steady progress44:19 - Form checkpoints: linear follow through and hips45:20 - Watching your shot: staying in the throw, not watching it die47:08 - The secret to consistency: sniffing out your own rhythm48:41 - Checking your form and avoiding overreach52:39 - The holistic approach to mastering disc golf—body, mind, tools53:06 - Future collabs and community support

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    53 分
  • Military Life and Disc Golf
    2026/06/11

    In this episode, Alex Worm shares his unique experiences playing disc golf across Europe and Asia while serving in the military. We explore how disc golf is growing internationally, the challenges of installing courses on military bases, and the future of the sport overseas as he sees it.

    00:00 Introduction to Disc Golf in Europe

    02:52 Playing Disc Golf in Korea

    05:47 Military Life and Disc Golf

    06:41 The Growing Scene in Europe

    09:37 Cultural Differences in Disc Golf

    12:29 Building Disc Golf Courses

    15:18 The Future of Disc Golf in Europe

    18:14 Connecting with the Disc Golf Community

    21:03 Grassroots Efforts in Disc Golf

    24:07 Upcoming Tournaments and EventsSend in your questions to https://DiscGolfAnswerMan.com

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    31 分
  • Can a Mobile App Fix Your Disc Golf Form?
    2026/06/03

    In this episode, Bobby learns more about the Disc AI from creator Jonathan Goldsmith. The app uses data analysis and pose detection to help players improve their throws.

    00:00 Introduction to Disk I and Its Purpose

    02:56 The Technology Behind Disc AI

    05:54 Challenges in Developing Disc AI

    08:48 Insights from Coaching and Training

    11:37 App Features and User Experience

    14:49 Version Evolution and Improvements

    17:21 Analyzing Throws and User Feedback

    26:38 Exploring the Compare Feature

    29:10 Insights from Side-by-Side Comparisons

    30:41 Sponsoring Competitions and Data Analysis

    32:07 Future Developments for the App

    34:40 Health and Fitness Journey

    37:03 Mindset and Consistency in Health

    41:43 Daily Decisions for a Healthier Life

    45:16 The Importance of Physical Fitness

    Send in your questions to https://DiscGolfAnswerMan.com

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    50 分
  • Why Apollo Disc Golf Left Disc Golf (and Why He Came Back)
    2026/05/28

    In this episode we catch up with @ApolloDiscGolf and his return to creating disc golf content on YouTube. David shares his story of getting into disc golf, starting a disc golf store, using content creation to help promote his store, and the shift to loving the content creation process.

    00:00 Introduction to Apollo Disc Golf

    03:07 The Journey into Disc Golf and Content Creation

    06:01 The Evolution of Disc Golf and Marketing Strategies

    09:00 The Transition from Store to Content Creation

    12:08 The Technical Aspects of Video Production

    14:38 The Importance of Storytelling in Reviews

    17:46 Analyzing Video Performance and Growth

    20:45 The Synergy Between Store and Content Creation

    23:40 Influences and Inspirations in Content Creation

    26:40 Exploring YouTube Beyond Disc Golf

    27:10 Exploring YouTube Channels and Cinematography

    30:36 Transitioning from Disc Golf to Freelance Videography

    39:17 Rediscovering Passion for Disc Golf and YouTube

    43:25 The Evolution of Disc Golf Content Creation

    49:51 Documenting Personal Growth in Disc Golf

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    53 分
  • From Music to Disc Golf - K Cay Music and Disc Golf
    2026/05/11

    Ever wonder what happens when a hip hop musician who’s more about the fun than the fame takes to the disc golf course? Meet K Cay, a New Hampshire-based creative making waves with funny, relatable, and sometimes slightly edgy disc golf content.

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    52 分
  • Is College Disc Golf the Future of Disc Golf?
    2026/04/20

    Bobby is joined by Eric McCabe to dive into the 2026 College Disc Golf National Championships, what stood out, what it means for the future of the sport, and what it was like on the ground. Zach Melton and members of the Milligan University team also jump in to share their firsthand experiences from the event.Send in your questions to https://DiscGolfAnswerMan.com

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    50 分
  • J-Milly on 2026 Creators Cups, the mental game, and building a disc golf community.
    2026/04/16

    In this episode J-Milly is back on the show so we can catch up on what he has going on lately and his experience at the 2026 Creators Cup (no spoilers allowed version). 00:00 Introduction and Reunion02:56 Life as a Content Creator and Father06:07 Launching the Patreon and Community Engagement08:59 Transitioning to Full-Time Content Creation11:56 Content Strategy and Audience Focus14:48 Mental Aspects of Disc Golf17:54 Competitive Spirit vs. Creative Passion21:03 Lessons from Competing with Paul McBeth28:31 Balancing Ambition and Personal Life38:14 The Creator Cup: Vision and Value46:26 Anticipating Drama and Fun in the Creator CupMentionedJ Millie's YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@jmillydgPatreon - J Millie - https://www.patreon.com/cw/millymobhttps://www.youtube.com/@FoundationDGSend in your questions to https://DiscGolfAnswerMan.com

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    53 分