Disc Golfers of Michigan's First Annual Summer Barbecue

 

 

Travis Newville, Admin of Disc Golfers of Michigan

 

 August 10^th, 2013 marked the first annual get together for the Facebook community Disc Golfers of Michigan. It was day full of family, barbecuing, swimming, and of course disc golfing. Disc golf is a great stress reliever, and is also a good workout. Socially, disc golfing is an excellent way to meet new people. The sport of disc golfing is one that is growing rapidly, and if the Disc Golfers of Michigan can help accommodate the growth of a great sport, then they will do what they can. Even if it means bribing their community with food.

Ryan Minikey, Creator of Disc Golfers of Michigan

Food really was an after-thought the day of the first annual Disc Golfers of Michigan Summer Barbecue. A group of five discers braved the wilds of the Reed Park disc golf course. Everybody shot well and had a good time, and nobody lost a disc.

Travis Newville shooting from the bush

The little get together was small for the first annual Disc Golfers of Michigan Summer Barbecue, but Ryan Minikey, creator of Disc Golfers of Michigan, is hoping that the event helps his Facebook community grow. Everyone is welcome to join the Disc Golfers of Michigan community, and always for free.

Ryan Minikey sizing up his next shot.

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Disc Golfers of Michigan Summer Barbecue

Tigers' Baseball Fueling Detroit's Economy

Detroit filing for chapter 9 bankruptcy protection was devastating for communities all across Michigan. Seeing the pride and joy of Michigan turned upside down by financial crisis after financial crisis was hard for local residents to handle. There are plans being discussed as to how Detroit will get out of this tremendous hole they find themselves in. One such plan is to sell the city's art collection, but some Detroit residents fear that selling part of the history of Detroit is not even an option. Others believe that Detroit could get a step ahead financially by selling their historical art pieces. The fact is nobody really knows how to get Detroit out of the financial mess they are in, and that is why they have had to file for chapter 9 bankruptcy protection in the first place. 

Comerica Park, home of the Detroit Tigers

One area of interest still looms largely on the topic of making Detroit money, and that is sports. The Detroit Tigers are coming down the stretch on yet another World Series run, and this year the A.L. has given themselves home field advantage. Playing in October is a treat for baseball players for all of the hard work they have endeared throughout the season. Playing in October is also a great way for players to make their city money. According to Forbes.com, the Detroit Tigers organization was worth about $478 million in 2012. No chump change there. The first 4 games of the World Series alone net teams a profit of 25% of the revenue earned. There's no question that Detroit is depending on the Tigers making the World Series again, and earning their city a few extra million. Are the Detroit Tigers going to bail Detroit of of their financial crisis? No, absolutely not. But supporting Detroit's Tigers during their pennant race is the same as supporting Detroit city in its crisis.

Phil Coke and Jim Leyland signing for kids at Comerica Park

Disc Golf: More than just a trend

Tee at hole 4 at Reed Park, Michigan

Disc golfing has been around for a long time, but it wasn't until the last decade or so that the past time began making headway as a sport and not just a hobby. In fact, the Professional Disc Golf Association is making sure that everyone has a chance to get to know this great game. Other non-profit community groups, such as Disc Golfers of Michigan, are solely dedicated to promoting the sport in their community, and encouraging people to get outside and try new things. You don't have to be a top tier athlete to play disc golf, but at the same time the sport is a great workout.

Socially, disc golf is an excellent game to play with friends and family. Hanging out at the disc course is a great way to make new friends, too. In fact, Disc Golf Scene, is a social networking website dedicated entirely to the game of disc golf. At Disc Golf Scene you can post scores, meet new players, add rival players, and even trade discs with other players at their Trading Post. Disc golfers are a tight knit community. Most disc golfers only play for the love of the game, and almost always show other "discers" respect on the course. Disc golf has come a long way from the days that people thought it just an odd trend. It is now a professional sport.

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