Sam Masi DGC is just an outrageously beautiful and difficult course located across the street from Roscoe. Before anything else, this course is just beautiful. It plays through a large grass field known as the "Nichols Property". The Nichols Property is a beautiful chunk of land that is home to an abundant wildlife population and an awesome disc golf course. Team Jenkins has put together a mix of pure diabolical holes playing through this scenic chunk of land. Every hole provides it's own unique challenge that usually requires a strategic mindset rather than a "Throw It Far" mindset. I would really call it a "Thinkers" type of course, with multiple lines and options on every single hole. The best part about this course is it is being improved nearly every week! Each hole has a carpet tee pad with a small, simple map containing the hole number, distance, and a small sketch of the hole. Personally, I enjoy having long grass on either side of the fairway. It forces you to be cautious with your throws, or you could end up in some serious trouble. The land Team Jenkins had available was used to perfection. Almost every hole is in it's own space, but it is not too spaced out where there is a lot of potential space for extra holes left over. All of the trees, water, and hills were put into perfect use. The creek, which comes into play on holes 7,8,9, and 10, is clear, shallow(Except on #10), and easy to retrieve discs from(Again, except for #10). Besides disc golf, there are many other things to do at Sam Masi Park. Other activities include; A large pavilion that can hold up to 30 guests, a handicapped baseball field, a playground, tennis courts, and basketball courts. Near the #1 tee is a portable restroom and drinking fountain. Hole #8, while not yet completed, will easily be the signature hole on the course. It's a tunnel shot that plays up and down hills with a creek on the right and dense woods on the left. Here's the kicker about #8: It is set to play over 500 feet! Currently, my favorite hole is #7 from the long tees. This hole, in my opinion, is better than most of the holes across the street at Roscoe. You tee off from an extremely elevated tee to a valley with OB on both sides. I recommend you play the long tees on this hole, because it is a very memorable tee shot. The park is always in great shape, free of any trash or debris.

The walking path comes into play on holes 5 and 7.The maps are starting to fade, and the tees are wearing down. I'm sure Team Jenkins is looking for more permanent options. The creek to the left of #10, especially next to the basket, is really deep and murky, so finding a stray disc is a huge task. Not really a major con, but there are only 10 holes(11 pending the opening of hole #8). I understand that an expansion is planned, bringing long tees, new pin basket positions, and possibly new holes. The long grass on both sides of the "Fairway" can be troublesome if you don't have a playing partner.There is Poison Ivy in some spots. Some holes do not drain well after rain.

In conclusion, Sam Masi DGC is a beautifully challenging course that really requires more strategy than a long arm. As the course matures, the course will really live up to it's full potential. This is a must play in Medina once the expansion is completed, but it is worth the trip right now!

UPDATE(12/7/15)- The course is already maturing, and the recent surge of popularity is starting to wear down the rough spots. There have been many nice touches added to the course, I'll let you find out yourself. I have upgraded my review from a 4 to a 4.5 because the course is improved every time I go back!

About Medina: There are many things to do here in the historic city of Medina. All three public courses in Medina are within a two minute drive of the historic downtown Medina Square. If you are visiting from out of town, you can make a fun day with family and friends by visiting all of the fun locations Medina has to offer. For more information on things to do here in Medina, click the Trip Advisor link below.

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Thanks,

Billy