The concept of disc golf begins as college students in California throw Frisbees at trees, informally creating a game that combines aspects of golf and Frisbee.
1975
The first official disc golf course is established at Oak Grove Park in Pasadena, California, designed by George Sappenfield, featuring concrete tee pads and targets made of metal.
1976
The first organized tournament, the “Los Angeles Open,” is held, attracting local players and establishing a competitive scene.
1977
The Professional Disc Golf Association (PDGA) is founded by Dave Dunipace, helping to formalize the sport and create standardized rules and regulations.
1982
The first official disc golf course in Europe opens in Sweden, marking the sport’s expansion beyond the U.S.
1983
The inaugural PDGA World Championships take place in the United States, with players competing for the title and showcasing the sport’s growing popularity.
1988
The PDGA publishes its first official rulebook, standardizing play and fostering consistency across courses.
1990
The term “Disc Golf” becomes widely recognized, and the sport begins to attract a more diverse player base.
1998
The PDGA introduces a player rating system to accurately rank players based on performance, enhancing competition and engagement.
2005
The disc golf community adopts digital tools for scoring and tournament management, improving organization and accessibility for players.
2007
The PDGA expands its international presence, promoting disc golf through tournaments and outreach programs around the world.
2012
The sport experiences a significant surge in popularity, with the number of courses and players increasing dramatically.
2013
The Disc Golf Pro Tour (DGPT) is launched to provide a structured series of elite-level tournaments, raising the profile of professional play.
2014
Record participation at the Disc Golf World Championships showcases the sport’s growth and increasing competitiveness.
2016
The rise of social media and live streaming leads to greater visibility and engagement with the sport, attracting new fans and players.
2020
The COVID-19 pandemic drives an increase in outdoor recreational activities, leading to a significant boost in disc golf participation and course installations.
2021
Major tournaments receive extensive live coverage, enhancing the sport’s profile and drawing in a wider audience.
2023
The PDGA announces the inclusion of disc golf in the 2024 Olympic Games as a demonstration sport, marking a historic milestone for the sport.
The Future
With positive trends in participation, infrastructure development, and community engagement, the outlook for continued growth in disc golf is very promising.
Nov 2023
CoFounder of Link Disc Golf sets up a practice basket inside of a ball-golf simulator at a family gathering and plays the game “Pig” with Grandma and Niece, and is pleasantly surprised to see three generations enjoying a competitive game.
July 2024
After months of research and development, Link Disc Golf is formed with the mission to link people through a disc golf community built on a premium ecosystem of eSport and social activities.
Oct 2024
Link begins to introduce the concept of an immersive disc golf experience to Disc Golfers in Metro Detroit, and is celebrated with welcomed and imaginative feedback.
Nov 2024
Beta to begin!
Jan 2025
Link to host first indoor disc golf tournament in Royal Oak, MI
