Speaking of Atwoods....

I just realized that I never properly thanked Mindy Atwood for her help with designing our tee signs. Mindy's magic came through as she took my idea and turned it into reality. I must say they came out looking pretty awesome (and going by comments and emails I've received, other people think so too!).

So, thanks again Mindy! You are indeed an Awesome Atwood.

Taking on the other hill

Another weekend, another tournament, another successful day for the HillBillys. This Sunday, we headed over to Leicester to play Maple Hill 4. Seven out of nine of us cashed, and six finished in second or third place.

Nice job, golfers!

Can I get a "Hill Yeah!" for:

• Ed Hovestadt (2nd in Adv Masters)
• Marcy Buchanan (3rd in Intermediate Women)
• Jeremy Travis (2nd in Rec)
• Ken Gary (2nd in Pro Grandmasters)
• Alan MacLean (2nd in AM2)
• Luke Adolph (3rd in AM2)
• John Borelli (5th in AM1)

Jeremy, Matt, Ken, John, Luke, Marcy, Alan, Dan


Next weekend, Terrace Pines Open in NH.

Awesome Atwood!

Wurd up to Joe Atwood for his first career ace this weekend! Joe hit hole eleven on Sunday in front of the whole family. That's the way to do it, boy!

I just hucked my Halloween edition BuZZ straight up the alley. It kissed off the last tree on the left and ..... CHAINS. SAWEET!

I think it is the first time 11 has been aced, too.

I know it's hard for some people, but try not to be a loser

We are happy that so many people have come to the Hill and keep coming back for more. It proves that we have a great course. But, we are not happy with the people who have been littering on the course. You guys are complete losers.

To the jerks who recently left 24 empty beer cans and 8 empty Red Bull cans strewn about the course -- you are no longer welcomed at our course, you friggin' losers.

Show some respect for all the hard work we have done to build you a FREE disc golf course. Of course, I'm probably preaching to the choir here.

PS. And in case you have forgotten, cigarette butts are litter too. Snuff them out and put them in your bag.

Golf for a good cause

Please join other Devens golfers as we play in Rob Tatro's Hunt for a Cure tournament, June 13, at a custom-made, one-of-a-kind temporary disc golf course in Medfield, MA.

This is a NEFA and PDGA event. Sign up or send your tax-deductible donation now!

This tournament is a charity event to help raise money and awareness for SMA (Spinal Muscular Atrophy) and will be full of many extras that you cannot get at most tournaments. Please consider joining us for the weekend as we as a disc golf community, show our charitable spirit and help SMA hunt for a cure!

Rob is well-known throughout NEFAland for his fun and unique tournaments like Pokerpalooza, so this event promises to kick butt too. He has a whole slate of things on tap, so do the right thing and play in this charity event!

• Tournament website
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Another good showing for the Hillbillys

The Hill continued its good showing at area tournaments this weekend. At Saturday's Amesbury Pines Open, Ed Hovestadt took down Advanced Masters and took the traditional victory plunge into Dano's pool, while Alan MacLean collected some AM2 hardware for third. Marcy Buchanan also came in third in Intermediate Women. Nice job golfers!

On Sunday, Alan continued his winning ways and took third at the Eastern MA Championships at Pyebrook Park, while Sam Misuraca continued his domination in the recreational division with his second win of the year! Nice job Sam!

Next up, Maple Hill on Sunday.

At the APO: Marcy, Ed, John, Pete, Alan



Alan loves his third place trophy from the APO



Sam needs more hands to hold his first place booty from the EMC



Sam and Alan



Devens Disc Golf sponsored a hole at the EMC

Visit the base on Armed Forces Day Sat.

Visit Fort Devens this Saturday and celebrate Armed Forces Day. All you need is a photo ID to get on base. Music, food, and US military might on display.

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Turkey frame!

The rumors are true. There's a turkey playing the Hill!

As we were setting things up the morning of the King of the Hill tournament, Rob and I heard and finally saw a turkey wandering around hole 4. A few golfers also saw it during the tournament, but hole 3 sponsor John Knowles and his son actually got photographic evidence the day after!

Thanks for the pix, John!

Hillbillys go mental

A few of us Hillbillys played at the Northampton Mental State Western MA Championships this past Saturday. The results still haven't been posted yet, but from what I remember Matthew Duquette tied for 4th in AM2, Marcy B won her second Intermediate title and a CTP, and I missed out on winning my second tournament in a row by one stroke and finished second in AM1.

Good job, golfers! Next week, a bunch of us will be at the Amesbury Pines Open on Saturday and the Pyebrook Eastern MA Championships on Sunday. Good luck, everyone! Hill Yeah!

Marcy picks up her big winnings

First time, long time...

Well, that was fun!



I went on just after 2:00 after the Fandango guy's interview about how great the new Star Trek movie is. As we were driving in, it was cool hearing Ray mention me as an upcoming guest.

After a brief off-air hello, we jumped right into it. I fumbled the start a bit when Ray led me with an open-ended statement about disc golf and then stared at me waiting for my response. That threw me off a bit since I was waiting for a specific question, but I recovered. I got the hang of the whole thing after a few more questions.

I was on for 9 minutes and it went pretty fast. I had so much to say and explain, but the questions were general in nature. I think I did okay for my first time and I'll definitely do better the next time around now that I know what to expect.

We chatted for a few minutes during the commercial break and I showed him my bag and discs. He seemed interested in giving it a try with his 12 yr old. Then some guy in a suit came in the studio, so we took off.

Marcy recorded it on my camera and once I splice it up into parts small enough for YouTube, I'll post it.

Thanks to episodes of WKRP in Cinncinati and Fraiser, the station sure was not what I had pictured in my mind!

John and Ray Shackett

I got a few more minutes!

This afternoon I got a call from "Livin' for the Weekend" host, Ray Shackett, from 980 WCAP-AM out of Lowell. He had seen the article in the Lowell Sun and wanted to know if I'd like to be a guest on his show and tell his listeners a little more about Devens disc golf.

So, if you want a good chuckle, tune in a little after 2:00 Friday and listen to my radio debut!

Start your 15 minutes!

Here's our latest local newspaper coverage. These are some awesome photos!

• Photo slideshow (Outdoor adventure: Devens Disc Golf)
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Thank you Lowell Sun!

Devens does it at the Dam!

Due to a conflict of interest, today's post is written by Marcy! ;-)

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Well, this is strange because I do not have the same creative flair as John, but here goes!

Devens Hillbillys had a great turnout yesterday and I am happy to report that we had 4 who placed and cashed. Alan MacLean tied for 2nd in AM2 (winning his first tournament cash!), Mike Connell placed 3rd in Pro Grandmasters and Jim Bobka placed 3rd in AM Masters. Oh yeah, I almost forgot...John won the AM1 division! Hill Yeah!!!!!

Jim, John, Mike, Alan


Of course, he did not make it easy on me -- he had to do it in a one-hole playoff with Mike Murphy. So let me back up a little. John finished his round before me (don't even ask where I ended up - let's just say I didn't come in last!) and when I asked how he did, he nonchalantly says, "I'm tied for first." Man, I would be doing cartwheels, but I know he was trying to keep his head in the game and not get overly excited.

So after what seems like forever they finally make their way to tee 1. There was a gallery of people all watching them. I can only imagine what it is like to have 50 or so sets of eyes watching me drive off the tee!

After both having good drives, John threw his approach first and landed a few feet from the OB water. The gallery oohed and ahhed. Mike's approach landed in the OB water and he putted out. John now had to hit his putt to win, and he did!

He also won the CTP for AM1s. I'd say he had a good day all around!

Congrats to the other Devens regulars for representing... John Hart, Bradley Arnall, Sam Misuraca, Jeremy Travis, Matt Muller, Matt Duquette, Andrew Duquette and, oh yeah, me. :)

Thanks, John for letting me hijack your blog temporarily! Now back to our regular blogger, the newest AM1 champ and reigning Tully victor, Mr. John Borelli.........

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Nice job, Marcy! But don't quit your day job. Oh yeah.... that's right... ;)

Can I get a Hill Yeah!?

Although my putt for the win was only 10 feet, it was definitely the toughest putt I've ever had to make! What pressure!

The NEFA tournament season is now in full swing with an event every weekend until about June. With Devens on the rise, I'm sure I'll be posting more good news in the future. Watch out for the HillBillys!

In the News

The Lowell Sun photographer came on Wed. and took a lot of pictures. Early word from reporter Rachel Briere is that they came out great.

The story is due to be published next Thursday, May 7 in the Steppin' Out section of the Lowell Sun.

Autographed copies will be available for purchase! :-)

Say cheese at the WW

There's a good chance a photographer from the Lowell Sun will be at WW this week. Look sharp, golfers!

KOH photos

Here are some photos from Saturday. If you took some of your own, please let me know.

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King of the Hill Results

2009 King of the Hill Results
April 18, 2009
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Pro Open
1 Mike Dussault 52 51 103 $170 CTP
2 Greg Wintrob 51 54 105 $102
2 Kyle Enman 52 53 105 $102
4 Johnny Betts 55 54 109 $58
4 David Frothingham 53 56 109 $58
6 Daniel Marcus 52 58 110 $40 ACE for $60
7 Dan Ouellet 55 56 111 $35
8 Aaron Ala 56 56 112
8 Matt Stroika 56 56 112
8 Shaun LaForce 58 54 112
11 Bear Dunn 56 57 113
12 Tim Walsh 55 59 114
12 Josh Connell 58 56 114 CTP
14 James Lane 62 53 115
15 Gary Cyr 64 55 119
16 Phil Vilmorin 59 65 124

Pro Women
1 Anne Lewis 70 67 137 $15

Pro Master
1* Jim Wills 56 61 117 $70 * won in playoff
2 Scott Selders 57 60 117

Pro Grandmaster
1 Bob Enman 57 59 116 $100
2 Ken Gary 55 63 118 $65 CTP
3 Rich Fenton 56 66 122 $45
4 Bradley Arnall 62 61 123
5 Mike Connell 62 62 124 CTP
6 Rick Williams 63 64 127

AM1
1 Pete Tolvanen 54 59 113 $65
2 Donnie Phillips 53 63 116 $50
2 Greg Aucoin 62 54 116 $50
4 Rob Tatro 56 62 118 $35
4 Andrew Fraioli 61 57 118 $35
6 Mike Murphy 61 60 121 $20
7 John Mucciarone 60 63 123
8 Ryan Panzant 68 56 124 CTP
8 Chuck Gerbrands 61 63 124
8 John Tserpes 57 67 124
11 Joe Atwood 61 64 125 CTP
12 Joel Foster 62 67 129 CTP
13 Jimmy Blakeney 68 62 130

AM Women
1 Michelle Ala 68 67 135 $20 CTP
2 Heather Eng 74 66 140 CTP

AM Master
1 Jim Bobka 58 56 114 $60
2 James Beaulieu 57 58 115 $50
3 Ed Hovestadt 57 59 116 $40 ACE for $60
4 Paul Sullivan 59 59 118 $30 CTP
5 Alan Rosa 59 68 127 $7
5 Gary Stansfield 65 62 127 $7 CTP
5 JC Vermynck 64 63 127 $7
8 Brian McNulty 60 68 128
9 Matthew Brier 72 69 141
10 Paul Rashaw 75 72 147

AM2
1 Abel Rodrigues 61 57 118 $70 CTPx2
2 Pete Nevius 61 58 119 $60
3 Josh Rappeport 61 60 121 $45
3 Luke Adolph 63 58 121 $45
5 John Rodenhizer 68 56 124 $35
6 Alan MacLean 64 61 125 $10
6 Dave Mallen 62 63 125 $10
8 Andrew Duquette 65 61 126
9 Eric LaPointe 63 67 130
9 Tim Griskus 61 69 130
9 Matt Duquette 65 65 130
10 Marc LaPointe 69 62 131 CTP
11 Andy Powell 68 64 132
12 Dominic Trione 73 72 145 CTP

Rec
1 Sam Misuraca 69 61 130 $30
2 Matthew Livermore 65 68 133 $25
3 Chris Carr 72 70 142 $15 CTPx2
4 Zane Atwood 73 72 145 $10
5 Matt Muller 72 76 148
6 Jeremy Travis 76 73 149
7 Tim Seiger 72 79 151
8 Dave Townsend 90 70 160


James Family Fund
Thank you to everyone who donated to the James Family Fund. Dave James is a course sponsor, major volunteer, and Devens local. His youngest daughter was diagnosed with leukemia this week. For those who missed the donation bucket and would like to help, please email Joe Atwood. Thank you.

More pix, news, and other stuff later. Thanks for coming. Hill Yeah!

Preliminary KOH hole assignments

Here are the preliminary hole assignments for Saturday. Be sure to double-check your hole when you sign in. Hmm, that sounds a bit weird.

• Please make your TDs happy and arrive early to check in (8-9AM). Each player must sign our waiver before chucking a disc. We are on the site of an old military base, after all.
• Those golfers who want their scores automatically added to their discgolfscene profile, please email me your email address and/or PDGA #.

After a lot of hard work, the Hill is looking great and has been getting a lot of play. It's been fun preparing for this event and we hope everyone has a great time. Best of all, it looks like Mother Nature is going to give us a nice warm and sunny day!

I feel like a kid the day before Christmas. See you tomorrow!


1

• Tim Walsh
• Rick Williams
• Ed Hovestadt
• Marc LaPointe

2

• Bear Dunn
• Mike Murphy
• Brian McNulty
• Tim Griskus

3

• Mike Dussault
• Alan Rosa
• John Rodenhizer
• Jeremy Travis

4

• Matt Stroika
• Ken Gary
• Scott Selders
• Andrew Fraioli

5

• Johnny Betts
• Bradley Arnall
• Heather Eng
• Andy Powell

6

• Greg Wintrob
• Bob Enman
• Gary Stansfield
• Tim Seiger

7

• Gary Cyr
• Jimmy Blakeney
• James Beaulieu
• Andrew Duquette

8

• Aaron Ala
• Ryan Payzant
• Matty Brier
• Alan MacLean

9

• Donnie Phillips
• John Tserpes
• Matt Duquette
• Zane Atwood

10

• James Lane
• Anne Lewis
• Joe Atwood
• JC Vermynck

11

• David Frothingham
• Mike Connell
• Paul Sullivan
• Chris Carr

12

• Greg Aucoin
• Jim Bobka
• Abel Rodrigues
• Matt Muller

13

• Shaun LaForce
• Jim Wills
• Luke Adolph
• Dave Townsend

14

• Phil Vilmorin
• Pete Tolvanen
• Eric LaPointe
• Sam Misuraca

15

• Kyle Enman
• Rich Fenton
• Rob Tatro
• Dominic Trione

16

• Josh Connell
• John Mucciarone
• Michelle Ala
• Dave Mallen

17

• Dan Ouellet
• Chuck Gerbrands
• Josh Rappeport
• Matthew Livermore

18

• Daniel Marcus
• Joel Foster
• Paul Rashaw
• Pete Nevius

Bundy sends his regrets.

Sadly, King Kong Bundy will not be attending our event Saturday.

Current KOH golfers

We have a great turnout for most divisions. It's time to start scouting your competition, golfers!

Registration List - Full
Spots taken: 72/72

Pro Open (16)

• Gary Cyr
• Phil Vilmorin
• David Frothingham
• Kyle Enman
• Bear Dunn
• Johnny Betts
• Tim Walsh
• Shaun LaForce
• Matt Stroika
• Greg Wintrob
• Josh Connell
• Aaron Ala
• Mike Dussault
• James Lane
• Dan Ouellet
• Daniel Marcus

Pro Women (1)

• Anne Lewis

Pro Masters (2)

• Scott Scoontar Selders
• Jim Wills

Pro Grandmaster (6)

• Bob Enman
• Ken Gary
• Rick Williams
• Rich Fenton
• Bradley Arnall
• Michael Connell

Adv Masters (10)

• Alan Rosa
• JC Vermynck
• Paul Sullivan
• Ed Hovestadt
• Paul Rashaw
• James Beaulieu
• Brian McNulty
• Gary Stansfield
• Jim Bobka
• Matthew Brier

AM1 (13)

• Jimmy Blakeney
• Donnie Phillips
• Chuck Gerbrands
• Andrew Fraioli
• Peter Tolvanen
• Ryan Payzant
• Rob Tatro
• Joel Foster
• John Tserpes
• Greg Aucoin
• Joe Atwood
• John Mucciarone
• Mike Murphy

Advanced Women (2)

• Heather Eng
• Michelle Ala

AM2 (14)

• Pete Nevius
• Alan MacLean
• Luke Adolph
• Matt Duquette
• Dave Mallen
• John Rodenhizer
• Josh Rappeport
• Tim Griskus
• Andy Powell
• Marc LaPointe
• Eric LaPointe
• Abel Rodrigues
• Andrew Duquette
• Dominic Trione

Rec (8)

• Dave Townsend
• Sam Misuraca
• Jeremy Travis
• Matt Muller
• Tim Seiger
• Matthew Livermore
• Chris Carr
• Zane Atwood

An extra helping of tree love goes to these hole sponsors.

• Bucharelli dogs (Aspen, Duncan, Neena, Sky, Smokey) - 9
• Pete Nevius - 18
• Luke Adolph - 13
• Ed Hovestadt - 1
• Jeremy Travis - 3
• Phil Vilmorin - 14
• Matt Stroika - 4
• Matthew Livermore - 17
• Bradley Arnall - 5
• Gary Stansfield - 6
• Rob Tatro - 15
• Dave James - 2
• James Lane - 10
• Chris Carr - 11
• Gerry Bourgeois (realtyman.com) - 7
• Jim Bobka - 12
• Team NASA - 16
• Arty Graustein - 8