J. Gary Dropcho

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IN THE BAG

PLAYER INFO

BIO

Division: MP60

PDGA#: #2734

Rating: 951

Career Wins: 39*

Career Earnings: $31,091.60

Height: 5' 11"

Wingspan: 72"

Dominant Hand: Right

Number of Aces: 25+

Longest Measured Throw: 810' downhill

Year Born: 1957

Hometown: Indiana, PA

Titles

First PDGA Amateur Champion 1989, Laurel Springs NC; first pro win -1993 Edgewood Electric Open, Cincinnati, OH (Master division); first MPO win 2001 Shoot the Breeze Open, Ashtabula, OH; 2014/2016 GrandMaster Champion Pittsburgh Flying Disc Open.

Website: gripitandripitdiscgolf.com

Q&A

Memorable Win:

1989 Am Nationals at Boylan Farms in Laurel Springs, NC.

Advice:

Practice both backhand and forehand with all of your discs, including putters. Exhibit good spirit and sportsmanship. Work on your weaknesses. Keep slinging 'em! Keep positive attitude for yourself and your fellow players.

Goals:

Short term — get stronger, more flexible and mentally resilient. Long Term — play competitive disc golf to 70 years old

Additional Comments:

Marvel at and cheer for all great disc golf play.