brutalbrutus
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I have zero problem with calling it ball golf or bolf and I came from a high level of ball golf.
You played a lot in Denver?...
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I have zero problem with calling it ball golf or bolf and I came from a high level of ball golf.
I have zero problem with calling it ball golf or bolf and I came from a high level of ball golf.
You played a lot in Denver?...
After Colorado legalized.
Well... i was actually referring to its height above sea level but both scenarios are valid...
Was that you? He was from Northern Ohio.
I still have it
I have zero problem with calling it ball golf or bolf and I came from a high level of ball golf.
...smdh
It's things like this that give people the ammo to fight course installations. Bad design and not a enough forethought by the park and designer(s)... and even with proper warning signs, people either don't pay attention or don't understand the dangers if they do bother to read them.
We as disc golfers need to not only be careful when playing courses that are on these types of properties but also let the parks know that not every couple acres of open space needs a course. In the end, it would be better to have a few less courses because these types of incidents can get better, more secluded courses pulled, or not built to begin with, out of fear of lawsuits and/or protests from the NIMBYs
A warning that does influence "grow the game". Just because a piece of property could house a course, does not mean it should. There are lots of recreational activities that vie for the same land. Often, other activities fit that property better than our game. That is a recipe for good parks and usage.
Ewan Craig Your comments are very upsetting and although you say you don't want to victim blame, you actually are doing just that. I am the woman that was hit by the disc. My account to The Press was actually biased towards disc golf - I made it very clear to the reporter - who was actually a woman by the way - that I wanted a no-blame approach. I asked them not to include the conversation my friend had with the young men afterwards (I couldn't talk to them as I was in so much pain) where they said they had been waiting for a few minutes for us to walk up that stretch of the park past/away from the goal…. in which case it seems strange that he then chose to throw the disc when I was barely 20 meters away from him. The report is actually unbalanced because I didn't want the whole story told because I didn't want to shame the player. I'm sure he didn't mean to hit me, but it was extremely irresponsible to tee off when he knew I was less than 20 meters directly in front of him. Having seen the photos of my injuries, I'm not sure what explanation you would be expecting from him? I would love to hear what he has to say - I was protecting him by not giving his name to the newspaper, because I think most people would be appalled by his behaviour. It isn't just my story - I was with a friend who had to deal with the aftermath as I was in so much pain and shock and just had to get to the hospital. I also didn't want it published in the newspaper that I actually have Stage 4 lung cancer, which would get the sympathy vote, but that's not what I want. I don't want the sport banned, but changes do need to be made to make it safe for all concerned, I'm not sure how you can question that. I had two CT scans on my head and face and doctors told me I was extremely lucky I didn't lose my eye and how dangerous it would be if a baby in a stroller or a child got hit by one of the discs. And I don't think anyone needs an understanding of the game to see how dangerous it is to be playing it in a busy park with people/children and dogs walking/running/scootering/cycling around right next to the tees and goals. The accident happened near the tee next to the bridge, but while The Press was taking photos in the park someone playing frisbee asked us to move away from the goal that is directly behind the bench overlooking the lake - what happens if people are sitting on the bench??? The whole set-up is ridiculous. I think it's a great game but it needs to be done in a safe place away from the public - and that is what I'm trying to advocate for.
While I think it is reasonable to expect to experienced players to be aware of their surroundings, (I am sure we have all skipped holes many times, and waited until an area is clear many other times), expecting new players (many of whom are young and can throw 60mph+ right off the bat) to do so if foolish.