Micah Dorius 2005 California State Open Champion

San Diego's Micah Dorius led by one after the first day of competition. Afterwards, he said "De Laveaga is the hardest place to hold on to a lead."

One day later he proved it could be done. Micah Dorius held on for a one stroke victory over current World Champion and hometown hero, Nate Doss.

Micah claims the California State Open Champion crown for the southern half of the state for at least a year.

Speaking of hometown heros. Carrie "Burl" Berlogar, takes the Women's California State crown. Edging out Grass Valley's Kathy Manley by three strokes.

Late entry Robbie Wilson destroyed the Master's field by 7 strokes and yet another Santa Cruz favorite, Dave LeVan wins the first of what will surely be many California State Grandmaster Champion titles.

Thanks to all who made the trip!

Faultline Classic - Santa Cruz, CA

A NorCal Series | PDGA A-Tier Event

Oct. 1st - 2nd, 2005

• - Final Results

2005 Norcal Points: Final Standings

A Challenge to Disc Golfers of NorCal

by Kevin Couch

Its been nearly two weeks now, but sometimes inspiration comes slowly.

We have all seen the devastation and suffering caused by the awesome destructive power of hurricane Katrina, and how it has been compounded by the bungling of those in positions of power. Its hard to watch. We feel helpless and angry. We should be angry, but we are not helpless. Each of us can give, whether by contibuting to one of the relief orgs, by getting into the actual relief effort, or by volunteering in our own community.

But we can also help by doing what we love to do, what brings us together as a unique family. If the disc golf community takes up this challenge, we can help make a difference by playing disc golf. NBA players are coming together to play in a benefit game. Artists have performed to benefit the relief effort. I say that we can play every remaining tournament in 2005 as a benefit tournament. I challenge every golfer in NorCal, every man, every woman, every junior, every am, every pro, every tournament director, and everyone on the NorCal Committee. Play every tournament remaining in 2005 and donate the entry fee to one of the relief organizations. All entry fees, minus expenses, and players packs, at the TD's discretion. That means no prizes, no prize money; and it's understood at the gitgo. If we could get sponsors, we'd no doubt get their involvement, too. But we usually only play for our own money anyway, so lets give something back to the community for once. In a big way.

The immediate disaster in the Gulf is over, but the need is still there and will be for many months, if not years. Lets pull together during the coming few months and commit to doing this one thing that we can do as group to help. It will be good for disc golf, and it will be good for us as individuals.

Thank you,
-Kevin

2005 NorCal Championships

2005 NorCal Championships - Valley Springs, CA

A NorCal Series | PDGA B-Tier Event

Sept. 10th - 11th, 2005

• - Results

Special Thanks

The NorCal Championships were a great success and there were many smiles and happy winners to prove that point. I think for myself, the most memorable moment was when Dave Malolepzsy stopped what I was doing to get me to look at the beautiful sunset on Friday. New Hogan Reservoir is a gem of a place and I suspect we will be returning there again next year. The Rangers stopped by before I left to compliment me, again, on the nice habits of our players and how clean we left the venue. Moon Johnson and Dave Malolepzsy stayed late Sunday to scan our area and place all the bags of trash in the dumpster.

The guys that jumped in to be the basket crew, Rob Byers, Dave Malolepzsy, Kevin Crews, Mike Wallace, and others, really burned up some calories on Friday and Sunday. Quite the unsung heroes in my opinion, because few people but the TD's know how much work that involves. A big thanks to you guys.

I would like to thank Lynn Costa and Marybeth Byers for constant support at Disc Central over the two days, helping in countless ways, and helping me to maintain a sense of inner sanity by showing confidence in me.

I would like to thank my sponsors and suppliers Full Sail Brewing, Disc Golf Association, Display Your Disc, A-Plus Prints, Royal Touch Catering, and Hoellwarth Designs for providing the trophies, shirts, and players package of quality stuff in a timely manner. They also helped in offering their services or merchandise at a discount price.

Finally, I would like to thank our host, the Rangers at New Hogan Reservoir, for their welcome and friendly attitude. They were very helpful and accomodating. That attitude was felt by the players as well and led to an enjoyable weekend for all. I hope we may return again next year.

Skins Qualifiers

Open Men

1. Nate Doss
2. Josh Anthon
3. Gregg Barsby
4. Ray Johnson
5. Roger Cansler
6. Steve Rico
7. Jason Tyra
8. Brian Costa
9. Jason Herm
10. Jonathan Baldwin
11. Myles Harding
12. Brad Armstrong

Open Women

1. Kathy Manley
2. Carrie Berlogar
3. Amy Campbell
4. Anni Kreml

Masters

1. Peter Sontag
2. Billy Lane
3. Johnny Lissaman
4. Geoff Fiedler
5. Scott Riley
6. Harold Hampton
7. Mike Imlay
8. Kenny Lee

Grandmasters

1. Dave Malolepszy
2. Hunt Hyde
3. Dave Melton
4. Michael Travers

Advanced Men

1. Scott Aaron
2. David Haning
3. Jonah Schmidt
4. Dave Holwerda
5. Jeff Jones
6. Todd Farris
7. Levi Keilty
8. Eric Edwards
9. George Ross
10. Desmond Knibbs
11. Patrick Brown
12. Tim Messer
13. #1 Intermediate: John Rawdon

Advanced Women

1. Jennifer Smith
2. Kari Rose
3. Annie Mindrum
4. Sheri Hoefler

Advanced Masters

1. Doug Werner
2. Dave Thomas
3. Bob Diamond
4. David Hammer

27th Gold Pan Open: Flyer

NorCal Points Updated

2005 NorCal Championships Skins Qualifiers highlighted in yellow.