On The Box with Dixon Jowers

MPO promised a great finish that never materialized.(2:07) FPO seemed like a victory lap late that turned into one of the best finishes we have had in a while. (27:14) We have to talk about Eveliina's putting; not for the purpose of bashing but rather the incredible contradiction between what could be and what is. (57:51) BOB wants to give you a great, and quite tasty, gift. (1:13:33)

What a battle in MPO.  4 Legitimate threats with 2 holes to go.  Let's see what Calvin had to do in order to raise the trophy.(1:49)  In FPO, Cat was doing Cat things and just out for a stroll on Sunday because of her work the 3 previous rounds.  Her all around dominance made that possible.(38:24) We now have entered the world of law suits in disc golf.  These are their stories.(1:03:21)  Lastly, BOB has a question about wisdom needed in raising kids. (1:33:17)

Worlds was everything we could have asked for.  Even after last years history setting final round, this year wasn't a disappointment.  Paul vs Goose.  Let's dive in.(3:00)  On the FPO side, Kristin was on a mission all year and she cleared the last hurdle this week in dominating fashion. What does this mean for her and all of the other chasers? (49:33) The PDGA is still in need of something to change and is evidenced by another thing from last week. (1:17:57) BOB is going to ask you something that may prove incredibly helpful to someone else, or even yourself. (1:33:52)

Paul and Eagle showed their superlative class and the Eagle clawed over the Beast at the end. (2:15) Paige overtook Eveliina on the last day and I didn't see any of it. (35:23) And then there's Nikko.  I'll discuss it but I don't think he is the biggest story right now. (43:17) Lastly, BOB will strum the strings of remembrance for most of you. (1:11:07)

Man, Brad looked good every day and on just about every throw.  How does he not win them all? (1:46) Paige was just being a big meanie out there. (37:53) BOB wants to ask about your "guys". (57:35)

Simon is back.  I'm so here for it. (2:49) Paige probably expected a nice Sunday stroll but ended up in a dog fight until the 2nd shot on 17. (21:45) It is no longer avoidable, let's have the discussion about transgender females in the FPO division.  A decision is before us between fairness and inclusion. The PDGA is attempting to have both and I don't see that as being possible. (48:30) BOB will come to cement some common ground after the previous segment. (2:02:45)

Rick's putting was back in form which means that he had very little trouble on Sunday.  However, there were several folks introducing their game, and crazy putts, to the world. (3:07) Kristen and Cat came down to the final hole and you would be excused for being surprised as neither were in the top 15 after day 1. (39:54) Let's talk about Jones Supreme; what the pros thought and why many did not fare well. (1:05:21) BOB is going to share a special recipe that will make you a favorite whenever you make it. (1:35:15)

One of the best finishes that we have seen in a while, and I don't just mean the last hole, but the entire round. 3 way tie with one to go.  Wow. (1:58) Kristin was not interested in this one being close at all.  (48:30) I've got an opinion about opinions.(1:02:33) BOB has a question about breakfasts and dinners and their interchangeability. (1:04:40)

After recording this one segment,  I lost my voice.  So, let's talk about the issue with Elaine. 

Riiiick! He played fantastic.  So did Calvin but somehow didn't win. (1:30) Paige's first round was the thing of legend.  Yet, she was still in a fight on the last hole. (43:16) Standardized baskets are a huge mountain to climb and I'll give you several reasons.(1:11:30) BOB wants to ask you about what you wish everyone else knew. (1:26:51)

Paul clocked in 3 days in a row and went to work. There were some folks hanging around, but nobody was threatening him. (2:00) Valerie went and took the trophy on the final round back 9.  It was a thing to behold and included one of the best pressure shots I've ever seen in FPO. (34:42) But something was revealed in FPO in round 1 that needs to be talked about. (1:03:30) Lastly, BOB has some views on animated movies that will, for sure, get some hackles raised. (1:18:29)

What a fantastic battle in both divisions.  The favorites didn't really play their role this tourney.  But Gannon and Drew went into OT where the savvy vet made a crucial decision that won him the event. (3:07) No matter what other stories are leading into an event, we always seem to find ourselves at the same spot; a Caige Match.  I'm here for it. (53:08) I'm starting to see a troubling trend about Paige but I'm on the fence.  Convince me one way or the other. (1:24:14) BOB is going to ask for the worst missing piece.  Can you help him? (1:39:46)

Nathan Queen.  What a story.  Let's look at and the other story lines that were just as surprising.(2:17) Missy basically got paid $30K to walk around Hornet's Nest on Sunday.  It's nice work if you can get it. (42:29) Let's talk about how long Gannon took, what the uproar was and the problems with moving forward. (1:00:59) Lastly, BOB wants to talk to you about Thanksgiving dinner, kind of. (1:21:42)

Wow.  What a finish. Lots of folks came to play, only a couple had a chance to win on Saturday.  We'll look at all of the beautiful complexity of this event, this course and this finish. (2:09) The women's event was going on as well but there was a story that surpassed the finish of the event, Paige. (56:52) The DGN broadcast was great, until it went horrendously wrong. (1:26:35) Lastly, BOB wants to talk to you about a book.(1:51:40)

What a tournament.  Both MPO and FPO had all time great rounds by the winners as well as both of them taking down their first DGPT wins on a stressful 72nd hole. Chris was being chased by Ricky all day on Sunday (2:15). While Hailey had to come back against Sarah.(28:56) Next up is the Match Play Championships and I'll walk you through the brackets and pick my winners.(56:25) Lastly, BOB is going to present a top 10 list that was years in the making during my childhood. Where do you disagree with my rankings and why are you wrong. (1:14:49)

Eagle was flying high but there was a Raptor in the bushes eyeing him.  However, Adam came and shot them both. (2:01) Kona, Hailey and Paige were trying to get Cat but she decided to not fight and just go beat them all by at least 7. (34:54) I've got to get something off my chest about Steve Dodge. (55:26) Lastly, BOB is inviting you to survive. (1:03:28)

Iron Hill is a unique place that hosted some unique things.  Relative unknown Connor O'Reilly played 2 solid and 1 course record for his first big win. But there is something weird happening out there keeping the best from being the best. (2:54) Cat went out and did something amazing that turned the fight into a cake walk. (29:35) When I went to Columbia last week, I met someone.  Let's just say, a new player has entered the game. (47:21) BOB is going to offer a way to answer the question "Did we just become best friends?"(1:22:56)

The finish in MPO was definitely more wild than idle.  Wow.  A very real chance at a 6 way playoff with one hole to go.  Let's talk about how we got there and how it finished.(2:23)  The FPO finish was setting up to be great but in the end, Paige did what Paige does and lifted another tournament but this win could solidify some bad habits.(46:24) The PDGA is proposing some rules changes and I love some and don't understand others.(1:08:53)  Then BOB is gonna bring a song from the personal way-back to try to underline a point. (1:30:38)

Ummmmm.....wow.  There are so many things to say in regards to this tournament before even mentioning the greatest combined ending of any tournament ever.  Wow. James and Paul had a battle for the ages that I can't understand how Paul lost. (1:30) We had another classic Caige match that I can't understand how Cat won. (50:56) The story at the beginning of the week was about all of the problems that the tournament was having which somehow became worse when the PDGA president or the TD got involved. (1:22:06) Finally, BOB is going to present an unusual sitution at a restaurant to elicit your opinion. (1:58:20)

This episode is going to be a bit different.  The battles on the course were not though.  Here's all the recap you need; the 1050 boys were playing king of the hill until the last putt (1:46) and Paige and Cat were fighting each other and there was a race for 3rd happening somewhere behind them. (40:13) Rule breakers are under new scrutiny in MLB.  Can that give disc golf some hope? (41:35) BOB is calling those Hogs. (43:43)

The big dogs weren't a factor at DeLa but Adam had to earn it nonetheless. Let's look at how he was able to hold on and what it did to the chaser. (2:13) The FPO division also played.  I found it completely uninteresting.  Let me tell you why. (26:43) I walked a tournament round with a group of Intermediates last week.  Oh, boy, was it interesting. (41:46) Then BOB is gonna tell you about 3 movie characters that scared me in real life. (56:00)

Paul is, well, Paul.  Solid performance keeping him in it and then striking at the perfect time. (3:21) Hailey put up a great performance and then stood out of the way when Cat couldn't keep it in bounds at the end. (34:34) What on earth happened to the B pool and what can be learned from it? (56:39) BOB has a question about our smellers. (1:26:01)

Rick was in a form that should terrify his opponents and Paul's putt seems to be off. (2:10) Catrina looked absolutely unbeatable and Paige's dance with danger caught up to her. (32:10) The rule that I dislike the most reared it's head at least 3 times on camera and I'm tired of it.  I try to give some alternatives. (49:44) BOB is going to reference a movie you have likely seen and recommend a book you probably haven't read.(1:01:01)

I think I can say with no exaggeration that Rick is back.  This was one of the most complete performances in recent memory. (2:02) Paige couldn't get it going and Cat fell down in the 3rd round leaving the door open for the Hail Storm to blow in. (28:45) This was an NT and it felt no different than a DGPT event, in a good way.  Should we keep going this direction? (45:53) BOB has a moral quandary to bring up. (51:42)

The bEast was doing beastly things and I'll give you $100 if these were the two winners you picked going into the event. Let's look at what the course was up to in the MPO division (2:46), how Kona couldn't be troubled to compete with anyone in FPO (36:38) and what needs to be done about Nikko and his excessive time violations (54:21).  Lastly, BOB is gonna examine when the good guys don't win. (1:24:20)

Two great battles in a new format that both go down to the last hole? Yes, please.  KJ and Chris battle in MPO (2:26) while a 3-way fight between Cat, Paige and Hailey goes down in FPO (26:41).  The 2020 DGPT is officially completed, let's look at the good and bad of the year. (53:50) BOB is going to ask about your favorite one hit wonder.  No, not that kind, the other. (1:10:18)

Winthrop has always delivered great golf and amazing drama. 2020 has taken lots of things from us but it didn't take away those two things this weekend.  Chris came to play but Calvin wasn't just going to let him walk away. (1:29) Paige and Cat are the class of the FPO field but PPs arms are just a bit longer right now. (38:12) Hole 17 is great.  There I said it, fight me. (58:08) BOB has another civic admonition; get educated. (1:09:43) 

The Disc Side of Heaven is a wonderful course with some real challenge.  Well, challenging to folks not named McBeth or Heimburg.  Let's look at their incredible battle and how Calvin was able to tame the Beast. (2:02) Paige, again, made a course and the competition look small. This may be her most dominant win ever. (26:25) USDGC begins this week and it is special. (39:18) BOB is going to come to us all with a month long challenge. (53:45)

The big dogs fighting it out in both divisions at one of the best and most historic courses on tour? Yes, please.  Paul vs Rick (1:48) and Paige vs Sarah (30:55) with the winners having surprisingly similar tournaments. However, this wasn't without some discussion a couple of different times. (50:54) But BOB will come in and help us focus on what is worth our time. (1:05:04)

We had 2 great battles to match the two great courses at Smuggs.  Kevin held off the best of the best (1:37) and Paige held of the best 2nd place challenge of all time. (2:12) This wasn't without controversy, though. (43:15) BOB then shows up to tell you how to survive. (57:32)

Dominance is fun to watch sometimes.  Rick was never out of control over the course of 4 rounds on two completely different tracks. Let's look at the details. (1:39) Cat earned the right for a stroll in the park on Sunday. (24:02) Ledgestone was the final straw for Brodie and he is stepping away for a bit. (47:23) BOB has some great news from USA Today who has never been wrong on this topic. (1:01:30)

What a fantastic course.  How did everyone handle it? Eagle finished just ahead of some amazingly talented golfers.  What gave him the edge? (3:13) Ellen brought a new strategy to beating the ladies that have ruled the FPO world for the last decade. (31:21) Was it good golf to watch, though? (48:27) Lastly, BOB is going to give, if not educational, at least entertaining YouTube recommendations.(1:09:04)

What a finish!  A putt was in the air which could win the tournament or send us to a 3 way sudden death playoff.  (1:37) Paige was doing Paige things so the FPO side wasn't quite that exciting but there are some interesting things to look at. (35:01) Opinion time: not knowing the score on the last hole is foolish. (58:30) BOB wants to discuss some of our friends that have been missing lately. (1:12:37)

A beautiful, new property gave us an incredible finish in MPO (1:39) and an absolute blowout in FPO (33:29).  Let's look at how they each happened.  Then....we....will....discuss....the....topic....of....the....week....(49:46).  Lastly, BOB comes to the defense of a friend. (1:19:05)

Welcome back, friends.  Not much has changed.  Paul is great (1:07)  and Paige is unbelievably dominant. (36:33) DD and Jomez introduced a deal with CBSports for this event that is a major opportunity for disc golf. (37:20)  BOB has been doing some reading lately and wants to tell you about it. (59:16)

The Beast was there in all her glory and Paul was doing Paul things but, player 2 has entered the game. (1:38) Paige Pierce was there but was never in contention so the door was open for some new names and one of the rising European stars stepped through. (45:02) Disc golf is being affected in unprecedented ways and that is on display in the canceling and refunding policies of the GBO. (1:01:09) BOB wants to recommend some quarantine entertainment. (1:31:15)

Paul and Rick slayed the course last year.  Can they be expected to do the same? (2:36) For the last 2 years, 4 different ladies have had 2 incredible battles.  Should we look for one of them to lead the charge this year? (25:13) The feature card is being used to feature someone and the disc golf collective is losing their mind.  Let's discuss. (41:26) The BOB wants to relate an AirBNB story and get your opinion. (59:50)

Vegas was a good start to the season but our best players aren't in top form just yet.  Nate was able to win without doing anything the best. Cat was able to win by not making as many mistakes as Eveliina.  Will this set them up for Fountain Hills or will the dominators of the past take over. (52:12) Let's look at feature cards and who "deserves" to be there. (1:12:09) BOB wants to talk about the idea of cheating in sports.(1:24:15)

Welcome back. Welcome back. Welcome back.  Let's take a moment to look back before we look forward.  Lots of off season changes/moves that have a potential for a big impact need to be covered(4:25). The DGPT has also joined in with some big changes.  However, there are some questions that I still have (46:09).  Now, as for 2020, I think the races in MPO and FPO are getting closer with more challengers.  Let's take a look at those groups (1:12:35).  Lastly, Bob wants to tell you about a rabbit(1:42:54).

What a wild ride this year's Championship was.  The favorites, out.  The underdogs, in. Let's jump in.  Taking a look at the players (1:35) the course (46:25) and the coverage (1:17:28).  BOB will even give you something to do while you are listening that can, potentially, serve you for the rest of your life. (1:38:09)

Winthrop.  Possibly the most hallowed ground in our sport.  I love this place. Every year it does some changing, though.  Let's take a look at the good, the bad and the cheese themed. (6:07) Can anyone take down Paul? (34:32) The other big change this year is how you will be able to watch it.  Let's talk Pay-per-view. (59:52) And BOB shows us how much we are all alike, at least when it comes to quotable movies. (1:21:40)

Paul Paul Paul Paul Paul (1:17) Paige Paige Paige Paige Paige(37:16) Then we get to talk about the other topics that bubbled up during the week about the things that happened on the course.(1:05:03) Lastly, BOB brings a friend named Hank to get us ready. (1:29:18) 

It's a pretty simple case that I'm making;  there isn't a good, objective reason to pick anyone other than Paul or Paige.  I've got 4 criteria that I use to lay out why Paul(2:09) and Paige (29:34) will be writing 5x in about a week; despite the best efforts of Ricky and Cat. Then BOB is going to make some movie recommendations that I think you will enjoy that you may not have seen before. (46:07)

Kevin goes wire to wire for his first signature win.  Wow.  So well done.(1:54) On the FPO side, we had, in my opinion, the best battle in many, many years.  Let's dig in to what gave PP the edge. (22:54) Because of this battle, and the one currently brewing on the debate page, let's look at the things that we disc golfers always argue over. (47:57) But BOB doesn't want to get left out of the argument so he is bringing in some of his own.  Where do you land on his choices?(1:12:12) 

Greatness.  We got to see it in both fields at The Beast in Nokia, Finland.  Let's talk how Paul tracked them down (2:01) and how Paige ran away from the pack (19:45).  It is eerily similar to what happened in Idlewild last year where Paige ran away from the pack (33:19) and Paul tracked them down (48:15).  Will last year have any bearing on this year? Yes and No. Let's discuss.  Then I want to challenge you to do something that I learned about recently that I will begin implementing at my local minis. (1:01:31) Lastly, BOB is gonna get you caught up on what is happening next. (1:18:10)

Welcome back to Milo.  A fantastic course with great players battling it out.  Let's look at how the Eagle was able to soar (2:45) and how PP held off the thundering Cat.(29:41) After the tourney, Jomez Pro, surprisingly, stepped into it on social media.  Let's talk about what happened and how they cleaned it up. (48:09) Lastly, it is a fantastic time for sports on the calendar. BOB wants to talk about it. (1:24:40) 

Drew, Eagle and Simon all had a chance to win and all missed a big putt on the last 3 holes.  Let's talk about who was able to best recover.(2:24) Paige and Cat were at it again and it was wonderful. (29:24) Milo is 22 miles down the road but it is a completely different feel out there and this event is always up for some drama. (44:23) Adam Hammes and Eagle both had some extracurricular drama that the social media world wanted to discuss.  Let's try to bring some facts to the discussion and figure out what we should do about it. (1:01:12) Finally, BOB is going to describe a weird etiquette situation I found myself in.  How would you have handled it? (1:28:20)

How can you not be happy about GG winning?  A great performance across the board and dodged the muddy, rainy bullet that got just about everyone else.  Cat, on the other hand, was expected to win and did in, once again, a dominating fashion.(1:51) Let's head up the 101 to Portland and take a look at Blue Lake and the folks that have history there. (32:58) 3rd on the box is going to take a look at the question of "what are we hoping for?".(52:23) Then BOB, for the first time in a long time, actually has a serious question to pose. (1:08:11)

Ricky and Catrina will have to spend some time in the penalty box for the beating that they just gave their opponents in San Francisco.  Let's look at the wild stats that accompany that stroll through the best in the world.(2:23)  But, DeLa is the next weekend and they will have everyone hot on their heels for some revenge.  However, if you look at the history of this tournament, there are only 2 other folks that can be reasonably expected to win.  Let's dig deep.(28:24)  3rd on the box will look at a couple topics that came from the Glenneagles.(48:38)  Lastly, BOB is going to ask us to think about sad things.  Get your tissues ready. (1:06:15)

Last years visit to San Francisco gave us a bunch of great golfers throwing great.  Can we expect the same this year? (2:43) On the FPO side, Sarah Hokom shockingly lapped the field on the sort of course that isn't her strong suit.  Can she repeat with Cat and Paige hot on her heels? (30:20) This event also brings a controversial sponsor to the national stage.  Is this good for disc golf? (48:48) BOB is then going to ask us a philosophical/moral question concerning a trend in the NBA. Where do you land on this issue? (1:20:50)

Both Open divisions came down to the 72nd hole.  Amazing.  Let's discuss the golf side of things of MPO (2:08) and FPO (35:48).  But there were other story lines from the FPO action that deserve a mention (57:20). Also a movie came out last week that has made a bit of money.  That got BOB thinking.  See what you think about his thoughts (1:28:38).