This past Sunday was the Hott Gonzo Liberty Battle. It was hot and there was a battle in the Open Men’s division. 13 guys battled it out over two 19 hole rounds, including 3 Advanced guys making the jump to Open this weekend, Kyle Jones, Zachary Ortega, and Andrew Wikert. But taking the win was Austin’s own Timothy Escobedo Jr. Shooting the hot round of 46 (1062 rated round). Wow! This put him at 5 strokes ahead of 2nd place Marshall Blanks and Zachary Jansen after the first round. Would Tim be able to hold off the pack for the 2nd round? Marshall Blanks shot another hot 51 and won the 2nd round but was just short of clinching the lead from Escobedo.
1st place winner of all divisions:
Open Men – Timothy Escobedo Jr.
Open Women – Ashley Sloan
Pro Masters 50+ - Michael Ynfante
Pro Masters 60+ - Lance Steck
Advanced – Jordan Knowles
AM 40+ - Armando Martinez Jr
Am 50+ - Fred Needham
Intermediate – Kevin Browning
Intermediate Women – Laura Hovey
Recreational – Cheay Keonmany
Today’s Post is featuring our Open Men’s winner Timothy Escobedo Jr.
Tim has played 40 career events and his current rating is a 999.
How/When did you start playing disc golf?
My Dad started playing back in 1994. I was around 7-8 years old when I started going out to the courses with him.
What does disc golf mean to you?
Disc golf is an outlet for me to relax after a long day. I also like that I can be outside and enjoy nature while playing a sport I love.
What are some important things you’ve learned while playing disc golf?
Even though I have played since 1994, it wasn’t until these last 3 years that I was able to learn body control and the importance of focus in my training.
What is your goal in disc golf?
To play consistently excellent each tournament, mini, and practice.
Have you considered going on tour? If so, what things are stopping you from going?
Yes, I have considered going on tour but need to reach a higher level in my game. Touring professionally will be tough mentally, physically and financially so I am working on all 3 before I commit to touring.
What is your favorite disc golf tournament and why?
My favorite tournament was the Nick Hyde Memorial in 2018. I had so much fun and I also cashed. Cashing in a big event like Nick Hyde is a small milestone towards my end goal.
What do you do to better the disc golf community and grow the sport? If you have not yes, what are some things you’d eventually like to do to help?
While I haven’t been as active as I’d like to in the community other than playing events, I would be open to mentoring individuals that are looking to improve their game, those that are focused on getting better.
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