Competition Manual for Disc Golf Events
3.01 General
Last updated: Sunday, December 31, 2023 - 18:11
- All PDGA members should refrain from any conduct which is detrimental to the game of disc golf and to the PDGA, both on and off the course.
- All players must abide by the Official Rules of Disc Golf and the Competition Manual.
- Devices capable of making audible sound or flashing light must not make audible sound or flashing light from the two-minute signal until the scorecard is submitted.
- If a player’s device makes audible sound or flashing light, it is a courtesy violation (see 812, Courtesy). However, the use of a device deemed medically necessary by the player’s physician, such as a glucose monitor, shall not be a courtesy violation.
- Devices that make audible sound must be used exclusively with headphones or earbuds, and the volume must be kept at a level that:
- cannot be heard by other players;
- allows the player to effectively interact with their group, such as scorekeeping or looking for lost discs; and
- does not create a safety hazard for player due to the inability to hear warning signals by other players or tournament staff.
- Failure to effectively interact with the playing group as required by rule due to the use of headphones or earbuds is considered a courtesy violation (see 812, Courtesy).
- Animals may not accompany players with the exception of players whose disability or medical condition requires the use of a legally-defined service animal. Players are required to notify the Tournament Director of legally-defined service animal usage during play.
- The PDGA reserves the right to determine and enforce further disciplinary action upon its players and members, which may result in probation or suspension from PDGA-sanctioned events or permanent loss of PDGA membership. For more information see the PDGA Disciplinary Process.
Outline of Contents
Disc Golf Rules and Standards
- Overview
- Official Rules of Disc Golf
- Competition Manual for Disc Golf Events
- Translated Rules of Disc Golf
- Becoming a PDGA Certified Rules Official
- Tour Standards
- Technical Standards
- Disc Golf Rules History