Chilly Smack Challenge *V* December 1

[Rideout]

Hey Folks

It's that time of year again - time to get ready for chilly wheather and tasty chili out on the course.

This is the fifth year for the Chilly Smack Challenge and it will be my last year running the event.

Tournament information along with registration details will be found

HERE (http://4discgolf.com/)


Chilly Smack Schedule

Check-In…..6:45-7:30 am
Player Meeting…..7:45 am
Round 1 Tee…..8:00 am
Chili Time
Round 2 Tee…..12:30 pm
Awards


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[ski2man]

Well I'm bummed it's your last year running it..you do a great job, it's one of my favorite tournaments of the year and will be my third time doing it if I can make it, not quite sure yet. I was just wondering something, what's the player pack look like this time? Thanks! Hope to see you there.

[SPIDER-DAN]

Sent an email in reference to how to sign up for the phantom dubs the next day. Please post when you can with info........thanks!

[Rideout]

Hey Ski2man, thanks for the kind words and I hope you can make it. Player packs this year will probably just be a custom stamped disc.

Mark Kilmer is stepping up this year to save the doubles. I unfortunately won’t be able to run the Phantom Dubs on Sunday so Mark will be running some format of doubles. I will still provide the chili on Sunday. I will see if Mark wants to get an online registration going for the doubles later this week. Mark will also be the tournament director taking over the Chilly Smack Challenge next year. Yee Haw, I get to play the event in 2013, Thank You!!!

I have a lot of mixed feelings about this being my last year running this event; it’s my baby. For those that remember the Chilly Smack Challenge in 2008 – you may remember a very late start, barely making it off the course with daylight, and the awards being held in the cold darkness with several vehicle headlights pointing our way. For those that kept coming back – you may have noticed a raised level of preparedness to make this high-maintenance tourney run in a timely fashion with players leaving the awards with a little light still in the sky. Thanks for sticking with me and my crew.

The crew I couldn’t have produced this event without:

Kathy (wife) – She has been there with me since the beginning. Learning the ropes with me and has checked in every player at every one of my events. She helps me prepare all the tourney materials at the house and is responsible for me maintaining any bit of sanity I may have at the end of the weekend.

Rob Smith – He has helped with every event. He distributes all the player packs and is always ready to do whatever task needed. Rob is a right-hand man that has never complained.

Anthony (chili man) – He has gone above and beyond in preparing the weekend’s chili. When he first heard about the event he started a chili competition at work to find a new chili recipe just for us. He has always delivered the steaming pot of chili to the course (with no power) about 5 minutes before the players start coming in from their first chilly round. He keeps it simple – no frills, just chili in a bowl and usually enough for seconds. This will be the second year he comes all the way north from his new home in Cottage Grove, OR just to feed us. He makes nothing off of this – he just likes doing it, so we need to put out a gasoline tip jar for him this year.

Pierce County Disc Golf has also stood behind me every step of the way and let me do just about whatever I want with the course. Last year I over paid on my budget and they met me half way by letting me pay them less and letting me pay it after the holidays. Not making me feel like a punk and helping me out like that really helped keep my holiday season positive.

Special Mention:

I really hope to see my old friends Jeff Hagerty & Justin Romito at this year’s Chilly Smack Challenge. Back in the day, the three of us played in many events together all over the northwest. It was a lot of the plastic we had gathered playing in tournaments that made-up the 2008 player packs. Some players picked out a really sweet disc and some players got your average player pack roc (I still have the Kite that was left in the bottom of the box). Without the donations made by Jeff, Justin, & myself – I don’t know how we would have pulled off the first year’s player packs. Thanks guys!!

Chilly Smack Hard-Core Players:

These players played in all four of the previous Chilly Smackers and if they choose to attend this year – they will receive a deserved discount. These players will receive a $20 discount on their entry fee (provided in cash the day of the event – these players must still preregister) and they will also get a little something extra at the tourney.

Chris Waugh
Dan Lilley
Mike Werth
Aaron Holley
Mark Kilmer
Kenny Benjamin
Casey Olson
Troy Cyganowski
Rob Smith
Chris Auseth
Ron Stevens (missed 2008 because of a speeding ticket, but he did show up)


Thank you all for supporting this event!!!!

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[REDFIVE]

Thank you mike and everyone else that has help with this event. This event has always been one that makes you grateful for the summer but helps you get through the winter. A great time is had every year and I expect this year to be no different.

[Discgolfingkilmers]

We are putting together a course for a 3 headed monster.
27 holes, 3 person teams, pro and am divisions.
all holes already at the course (no new holes for the event)
More to come.

[spanky11]

hey is that fo sunday?

[SPIDER-DAN]

YES IT IS.

[CMC206]

I just tried to sign up for the smack but it only allows Paypay which is a pain for me. If I cant use my debit card then its either day of sign up or no dice. I dont think there should be a penalty for day of sign up if you cant offer mainstream payment methods online.

[Rideout]

I just tried to sign up for the smack but it only allows Paypay which is a pain for me. If I cant use my debit card then its either day of sign up or no dice. I dont think there should be a penalty for day of sign up if you cant offer mainstream payment methods online.


You don't need a Paypal account; Paypal is just the processor. You can use your debit card with Paypal.

4DiscGolf is setting up another processor that doesn't make the webpage change when giving your credit/debit card info, but for now we only offer Paypal which sends you to the Paypal page.

Anyone that is unable to use Paypal - shoot me a PM or email and I will get something worked out. All payments will need to be made before the tournament if you don't want the extra fee.

Mike

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[skabooblester]

I don't see a way to sign up for the Sunday Doub...er Triples...or am I blind? I have been known to overlook things...

[Rideout]

I don't see a way to sign up for the Sunday Doub...er Triples...or am I blind? I have been known to overlook things...

Mark hasn't set up any online registration for the Sunday event.

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[ski2man]

I'm in once again!

[Kenny B]

BAM! I'm in! Thanks Mike, you're awesome!

[Kenny B]

We are putting together a course for a 3 headed monster.
27 holes, 3 person teams, pro and am divisions.
all holes already at the course (no new holes for the event)
More to come.

Thanks Mark for running a cool format like this. I'm excited for some December golf now! Bring on the snow!

[Discgolfingkilmers]

I changed the format because of time restraints that we have pushed to the limits in the years past and would like to take the rushing to finish before its dark out of the picture and have some fun with just one 27 hole course. It is a combo of the NW, SE, and PRO. It is the best of the holes at Steily in our opinion. That opinion being Dan Lilley and myself. We will have room for lots of teams pro and am and should be online soon.It has not been decided if it is best shot or alt or what but it will be done this weekend.
New job takes a lot of my time right now bear with me.

[Toby Puttzinski]

Best shot sounds more fun!

[Kenny B]

3 headed monster for 27 holes means all three players drive on every hole and the team takes the best drive. Then the player whose drive was used sits out for the rest of the hole while the other two players finish the hole as best shot. The trick is that the team is required to use 9 drives from each of the three players so it becomes very strategic towards the end of the round as to whose drive the team should take.

[Toby Puttzinski]

Sounds even more fun!

[Yardbird]

Kenny B's explanation of three headed monster is how it is commonly played, but how about another option by adding the alternate shot format to show the strength of the team.

~~~ All players drive, best shot taken and then the other two players (whose drive wasn't selected) will complete the hole using an alternate shot format. The team can decide which player will start the alternate shot process after each drive. There will be some decision making to be done by the team (type of upshot, putt, etc) to determine which player's would be better at performing the next throw. Of course, the requirement of 9 drives by each player is needed to keep things interesting. ~~~

[Mikk]

How are the teams chosen?? I'm registered as pro but my rating is 849 (ya ya I know)...

[Discgolfingkilmers]

There will be day before or day of sign up only.
So here is the scoop on the event
3 headed monster best shot drive with alternating shots to complete the hole. 27 hole layout (best of the holes at steily)
pros vs pros , ams vs ams, interm vs interm
75$ per team ace pot included ( if you bring at least 5$ in food, will refund your ace pot entry) food going to local food bank.
9 am players meeting
9:45 start time
27 holes total except for 1st place ties(will play off)
any ? or want to sign your team up contact mark kilmer two five 3 eight two 0 ninteen seventy one
can also send me a pm or post your team here.

[Discgolfingkilmers]

How are the teams chosen?? I'm registered as pro but my rating is 849 (ya ya I know)...

you make your team

[Rideout]

The Chilly Smack is right around the corner with plenty of room left. Don’t wait till the last minute to register because registration will close for everyone (online, mail-in, & in-person) after November 29. After November 23, all registrations will include a $10 late-registration fee.


Chilly Smack Schedule

Check-In…..6:45-7:30 am
Player Meeting…..7:45 am
Round 1 Tee…..8:00 am
Chili Time
Round 2 Tee…..12:30 pm
Awards


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[Rideout]

Getting down to the wire and it looks like this year's Chilly Smack weather will not disappoint as rain & wind are being predicted. All registration will end tomorrow night, Nov 29 - so hurry up and get signed up if you're not already on the list.

Only two players are not coming back to make it a solid 5 years in a row (every Chilly Smack Challenge): Casey Olson (unfortunately he had to withdraw) & Troy Cyganowski. It would be Mark Kilmer's 5th year playing, but he will be there to help out instead.


This is the first year that I'm not altering the courses. I am posting the maps the club has started putting together. These maps are really good - still missing a few distances, but I find them very easy to read. Good thing about these maps as opposed to most maps I put out - these maps show the current Steily layouts and can be used just as well after the Chilly Smack.


See you soon!!!


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[Rideout]

Holy Cow... I must apologize to all those who left me a voice message and didn't receive a reply. I started thinking about the fact that I haven't had any messages for several days, so I contacted the phone people and my voicemail was disabled for some reason. They kicked it back on this morning and I had 16 new messages.

To those that received no reply - I'm sorry.

Remember - registration closes tonight.


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[matt]

The Chilly Smack is right around the corner with plenty of room left. Don’t wait till the last minute to register because registration will close for everyone (online, mail-in, & in-person) after November 29. After November 23, all registrations will include a $10 late-registration fee.


Chilly Smack Schedule

Check-In…..6:45-7:30 am
Player Meeting…..7:45 am
Round 1 Tee…..8:00 am
Chili Time
Round 2 Tee…..12:30 pm
Awards


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So, there is no day of event registration, correct?

[EnigmaSquad]

Rideout,
With 64 players are you going to put everyone on the same course each round?
Either way do you have any guess as to what we will be playing first?
Already looking forward to a great time!

[Rideout]

Rideout,
With 64 players are you going to put everyone on the same course each round?
Either way do you have any guess as to what we will be playing first?
Already looking forward to a great time!


More than likely it will be: Pro Open, Pro Masters, Advanced Masters, & Advanced Grandmasters playing the Southeast in the morning and Northwest in the afternoon.


Matt - PM sent.


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[Rideout]

Scores (http://www.pdga.com/tournament_results/97919/865935268)


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[ski2man]

Well, that was a quick posting of scores. Thanks Mike! Thanks for yet another awesome Chili Smack, it was awesome as usual and once again you managed to fix the weather so that we had a pretty awesome day! Chili rocked again too that's for sure. It's a great tournament and a great tradition, glad it's continuing, Thanks Kilmer!

And one last thank you...Mike thanks for getting my wife and I out early with my trophy as we really needed to get going. I appreciate that a lot...you do a great job.
Take it easy!

[Yardbird]

A big shout out to Mark Kilmer and Dan Liley for a fun filled special rules three head monster event. I would love to see it ran again in the spring/summer.

Also, big props to the 27 hole layout that we played. Lots of fun. Almost wish it was a permanent layout, but that would be for another Steily debate.................................

Side note: The currrent Fort Steilacoom layout is the best option for the playing community. (NW18, SE18, AM9) The powder coated red baskets for the AM course is a great added feature.

[EnigmaSquad]

Rideout,
Excellent Job again (as always).
My compliments to the chef, the chili was amazing.
We even finished before it got dark!

Cool trophies! :trophy:I have gotten many compliments on mine already.
:trophy::trophy:

I think it was really cool of you to recognize those loyal players who have been there with you every year.

On a personal note, Shot my highest PDGA round of my life and am more than happy to move up divisions next tourney season!

[SPIDER-DAN]

a big shout out to mark kilmer and dan liley for a fun filled special rules three head monster event. I would love to see it ran again in the spring/summer.

Also, big props to the 27 hole layout that we played. Lots of fun. Almost wish it was a permanent layout, but that would be for another steily debate.................................

Side note: The currrent fort steilacoom layout is the best option for the playing community. (nw18, se18, am9) the powder coated red baskets for the am course is a great added feature.

thanks sam.........next time there will be more prep work and you are right about possibly having it in the spring/summer.........that would be sweet. I will work on that with mark about having that layout used again for a twice a year event and it would be nice to have all the feedback from all the players. Was the map you received easy to read? Was the tee signs/next tee signs easy to navigate through the course? Was the layout of the course challenging enough or too much? Was the format of the three-headed monster good? Most of all........what could be improved or changed.

I want to send a big shout out to john anderson for drawing up the map on not only the nw and se, but the phantom dubs as well. Thank you! It was pretty easy for me to design the 27 holes and then have mark tweek it a bit here and there (my layout would of bit a little shorter) and then john put it all together on a map to be printed.

Mike rideout..........big thanks and like i said before his tournaments are so awesome and i always make it a point to participate. You will be missed now that you will not be running the chilly smack, but we will try to keep it going up to the high standards you have set.

[Yardbird]

The maps were awesome. Our card referred to the map after each hole to ensure we played the course correctly. The layout was great (variety of holes, challenging, etc.) The only gripe could have been the OB markings on the fire station holes, but it was a non issue. Side note: I didn't really care for the longer tee pad used on the first fire station hole, the hole is already challenging.

The three head monster format was good. The format used showed the strength of the team. Best shot after the drive would of have been fun too, but would have added more time to the overall round. Hmmmm, rules would be simple. All players drive, best shot taken for each subseqeunt throw by two players, player whose throw/lie has used shall not throw.

Every event held at Fort Steilacomm has a difficult task to determine the layout to be used. So many great holes to be used. It is really hard pick the favorites and to have a set layout for the everyday course layouts. Unfortunaly, the club needs to pick a layout (NW, SE, AM) and remove the tee pads that will no longer be used to reduce the possibility of confusion. The only exception would be alternate tee pads on a given holes for the NEW established holes.