From TD Rick Bays:

The 2003 San Diego Open / Spring Fling was a huge success. We set out to put on a top notch, memorable tournament that would be a "don't miss" event for years to come. The 2003 SD Open was that and more.

We promised a tough course that would test player skills.... Yep! did that! Snapper Pierson designed a 25 hole course which was fair while very challenging. Smart shot selection, shot placement, and technical control were rewarded. Three under par 72 was the best round of the weekend.

We promised killer competition... Yep! had that! Many of the top players from San Diego, Orange County, Los Angeles area, NorCal and Arizona were in attendance to test their skills against each other and against the tough course. Word is out, and the level of competition will be even higher next year.

We promised a sweet payout... Yep! did that! The 2003 SDO should come out as one of the highest paying B Tiers for the year. We gave out around $8000.00 in cash and prizes - much more money than we took in - an approximate 200% payout before expenses, a 400% payback after expenses! Big kudos to the
tournament committee and all the San Diego locals for fundraising and sponsorship money that went into our tournament.

We promised to pay deep into the field... Yep! did that! Pro divisions paid 45% of entrants, while Am divisions paid 42%.

We promised a smooth event with a big Tourney HQ, tons of prizes and free give-aways... Yep! did that, too! We received many compliments from players about how well run and organized the event was. We gave away nearly a thousand dollars worth of cool items at the free drawing on Sunday.

Without a doubt, the 2003 San Diego Open / Spring Fling was a huge success that all the participants will remember for a long time. If you love disc golf, you don't want to miss next year's tournament which promises to be even bigger and better.

I'd like to extend my appreciation and thanks to the players who came to Morley Field, to Snapper for letting us take over the entire course for a weekend, and to the hard working committee who did all the brain work and leg work to make this happen: David Devine, Kent LaGree, Don Olow, Will Phillips, Snapper Pierson, Mike Slonim, and Glenn Triemstra.

An equal amount of appreciation goes out to our sponsors who generously supported our tournament:

Alien Jewelry
Auto Cannon
Rick Bays
Tyler Bennett
Bio Freeze
Coronado Brewing
Dave Butcher
Dave Devine
Disc Golf Association
Discraft Discs
4th and B
Glasssaver
Dennis Gordon
Innova Champion
Inn Suites
Jensen Swing
Brett Jillson
Mike Kvasnicka
Kent LaGree
Lightning Discs
Scott Lingner
Joe Lott
Mark Madden
Millennium Discs
Morley Field Disc Golf Pro Shop
Don Olow
Tom Olson
Papa John's Pizza
Red Bull
Revolution
Sea World
Sir Speedy
Southern Impressions
Stroh Family Disc Golf

Get your registration in early next year... our waiting list was 30 players deep BEFORE (and we told at least another dozen that it was pointless to get on the waiting list.) You definitely don't want to miss out on being a part of the 2004 San Diego Open.

Rick Bays

From Snapper:

I just wanted to say a short word of thanks to all who were involved with the Spring Fling San Diego Open. This was one of the smoother run and more memorable tourneys I've been involved with over the years. In large measure due to the great job by the two tournament directors, Rick Bays and Dave Devine.

Rick stepped forward early on and made a million behind the scenes decisions that affected both the quality and integrity of the event. He approached each decision with a calm understanding and a measured sense of wisdom. Each time I heard how he handled a delicate situation my belief in his ability to lead effectively was reaffirmed.

Dave was the consummate alter ego, devil's advocate, what if kind of guy. Always finding a way to make things better without ruffling anyone feathers. Creative and brilliant and always with a big smile.

Behind the scenes Will Phillips ran the entire website and was the ever busy secretary/treasurer in charge of all monies. A thankless and tireless job, Wilbur is the hardest worker you've never heard of. Bad feet limit Wilson's playing time to about 1 round per month here at the course.

Next my good buddy Mac who always comes through for me was in charge of setup both days and checked all the scorecards for errors. He gave up a trip to Monterey to be here for this event.

My staff did a ton of pre tourney prep: Aaron Marxsen, #Juan, Fatboy, Chris Nilsen, Robert Gardiner and Dave Burnham. Also a big thank you to Kent LaGree who despite many personal trama's in his life always came through and was a huge help in securing much of the outside sponsorship for the event. Don Olow who ferried in and out all the SoCal paraphernalia and all the other guys who helped with setup: Tom Olson, Sean Olson, Brett Jilson, Dan Shorkey and all the other volunteers and San Diego Committee staff members thanks for making this what it was…the best damn B tier golf tournament period.

Snapper