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Disc Golf 101: The Basics Trivia Quiz

The basics of disc golf; history, rules, techniques, scoring, etc.

A multiple-choice quiz by wilos1. Estimated time: 4 mins.

Author
wilos1

Time
4 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
320,990

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
6 / 10

Plays
284

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Question 1 of 10

1. While the true origins of Disc Golf (also known as frisbee golf) are hard to trace. Which man is commonly known as "The Father of Disc Golf" and worked steadily in the 1970s to increase the popularity of the sport? Hint

Ed Headrick

Ken Climo

Theo Pozzy

Brian Cummings

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Question 2 of 10

2. Which of these shot names is not commonly used when referring to an overhand throw? Hint

Thumber

Hammer

Tomahawk

Scooby

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Question 3 of 10

3. What is a throw featuring a sidearm or forehand release commonly referred to as? Hint

Flick

Roller

Hizer

Anhyzer

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Question 4 of 10

4. A disc thrown on an extreme hyzer angle (inside edge of disc tilted during release on a right hand back hand throw) is known as a what? Hint

Spike Hyzer

Anhyzer

Helix

Grenade

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Question 5 of 10

5. A mid-range golf disc can be utilized by professional golfers to provide both accuracy as well as distance. Which of the following is a mid-range driver? Hint

Wizard

Cobra

Boss

Aviar

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Question 6 of 10

6. Hole length in disc golf is standardly recorded in what unit of measure within the United States? Hint

Feet

Yards

Meters

Kilometers

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Question 7 of 10

7. There are many rules that govern disc golf tournament play. These rules are created and mandated by the Professional Disc Golf Association (PDGA). Which of the following rules is not correct? Hint

If a falling putt is called, a player rethrows

Only the player that threw the disc is required to search for it

All players are responsible for accurately recording their score

There is a throwing time limit for all throws

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Question 8 of 10

8. Disc golf scoring is similar to that of ball golf. There is a stroke recorded for each throw. If a golfer finishes a hole in 2 strokes when the par of the hole is listed as three, what is the score considered? Hint

birdie

aviar

albatross

boogie

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Question 9 of 10

9. If a player moves past the spot of their previous throw on their second throw, what occurs?
Hint

The player must rethrow

The player is issued a warning

Nothing as long as the disc leaves the players hand prior to crossing the spot

One stroke is added to the players score

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Question 10 of 10

10. Who was the first disc golf player to win the World Championship 12 times? Hint

Ken Climo

Dave Feldberg

Barry Schultz

Nate Doss

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

Answer: Ed Headrick

While "Steady" Ed Headrick did not create either the frisbee or disc golf, he did play a key role in making the sport what it is today.

2. Which of these shot names is not commonly used when referring to an overhand throw?

Answer: Scooby

A Scooby is a disc golf shot where the disc thrown upside down and slides along the ground on its top. This shot is usually used to throw under an obstacle. The Tomahawk is an overhand throw where a standard grip is used on the disc. The Thumber is an overhand throw where the thumb is the only finger place on the inner lip of the disc. Hammer is another name given to the Tomahawk throw.

3. What is a throw featuring a sidearm or forehand release commonly referred to as?

Answer: Flick

The term flick is commonly used due to flicking motion applied to the disc by the wrist of the thrower.

4. A disc thrown on an extreme hyzer angle (inside edge of disc tilted during release on a right hand back hand throw) is known as a what?

Answer: Spike Hyzer

A spike hyzer can be utilized for short shots that require throwing over an obstacle.

5. A mid-range golf disc can be utilized by professional golfers to provide both accuracy as well as distance. Which of the following is a mid-range driver?

Answer: Cobra

The cobra is a mid-range disc that was made by Innova. Aviar and Wizard are putters made by Innova and Gateway, respectfully. The Boss is a wide-rimmed driver also made by Innova.

6. Hole length in disc golf is standardly recorded in what unit of measure within the United States?

Answer: Feet

Unlike ball golf where holes are standardly measured in yards, disc golf utilizes feet as the unit of measure on most courses.

7. There are many rules that govern disc golf tournament play. These rules are created and mandated by the Professional Disc Golf Association (PDGA). Which of the following rules is not correct?

Answer: Only the player that threw the disc is required to search for it

According to the PDGA rule book, all players in a group should assist in looking for a lost disc for three minutes.

Answer: birdie

As stated in the question, scoring is similar to ball golf and the same terms are commonly utilized.

9. If a player moves past the spot of their previous throw on their second throw, what occurs?

Answer: Nothing as long as the disc leaves the players hand prior to crossing the spot

A player's momentum can carry him past the spot of his last throw as long as the disc is released prior to passing the spot.

10. Who was the first disc golf player to win the World Championship 12 times?

Answer: Ken Climo

Ken Climo has won the World Champhionship 12 times. Barry Schultz has won three and Nate Doss has won two.

Source: Author wilos1

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