I took a couple of days off from disc golf this weekend and it was kind of nice. Drew and I typically play every day and I almost forgot what other things we love to do. We hung out with friends, went to a concert, made delicious meals and even went on a boat party.
Sometimes I get so caught up on wanting to get better, that I don’t give myself any breaks and I noticed that my body was telling me it’s time to rest. We’ve decided to take at least one day a week off and on one other day we will only go to putting league. It’s a start…
Storytime!! My second ever tournament in 2016 I was placed on Sammie Jo and Lisa Fajkus card. I remember when they read the names off for cards my heart started racing, my eyes got big, and I was super nervous. My second tournament and you want me to play with Lisa Fajkus? Well it ended up being one of my favorite, most fun rounds. Lisa and Sammie Jo were so kind and encouraging that it felt that I was playing with people I knew forever. At one point, I got the box…I know…I got the box. I threw my drive and bam hit the basket. Lisa and Sammie Jo hand me a $1 each, ‘cause you know 5-1 club. Well, Lisa goes after me and aces it!!!! YEAAHHHH!! It remains one of my favorite moments in disc golf because of the support I received, the laughs we had and how chill they made it for me. Thank you both sooo much!
Today I am super excited to have our Q&A with Lisa Fajkus.
Lisa is another Texas Disc Golfer who is currently on the National Tour. She has played PDGA tournaments since 2007 with 172 career events. She is also currently #5 in the Director’s Poll for the FPO division.
How/When did you start playing disc golf?
I started playing disc golf in the summer of 2005, the year after I graduated high school. My boyfriend had a friend with discs so we went to play one day at Cat Hollow. We were hooked instantly and started playing daily. I remember calling my right arm my “Disc Golf Arm” and would protect it accordingly.
What does disc golf mean to you?
Disc golf is my life and passion, so it means everything to me. It has given me opportunities to play lots of tournaments, travel all over the US and some in Canada, meet new people, make new friends and even earn a living.
How do some of the disc golf skills you’ve learned translate into teachings in your life?
Too many to note, really, it all translates in some way.
If you could caddy for one male disc golfer and one female disc golfer, who would you select and why?
Ken Climo and Des Reading. Legends!! Plus, they are masters age and would appreciate a caddy ;)
Can you tell us a little about the tour-life?
Being on tour is such a rush because there is always something to be done to prepare for the next one. I am an Iowa as we speak preparing for the Titan Open. *Spoiler Alert – She won!!* Each day I am practicing a course or two and getting my body ready for the weekend. It’s both play and work. Meeting new people and enjoying local food and nature spots is an awesome part of being on tour. You meet the nicest people on the road who go above and beyond to open their house up to you and make sure you feel very welcomed.
What is your favorite disc golf tournament near or far and why?
My favorite event is the United States Women’s Disc Golf Championships, because it is a major just for women. I love the vibes and excitement that comes with this event. We are competing to become US Champion, so that is very exciting. Since women’s participation is low in most tournaments, I like that the field size as USWDGC are much bigger. You get to meet players from all over.
What do you do to better the disc golf community and grow the sport?
I love being involved with clinics and meet and greets on tour. Kids Disc Golf is a cool program to get kids excited about disc golf. At all the Pro Tour events, there are Kids Disc Golf pizza parties. It’s a great way to introduce kids and their parents to pro disc golfers.
Thank you, Lisa, for the interview. Texas loves you!!! Keep up the great work.
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