The Disc Golf Pro Tour brought its season finale to north Tuscaloosa this weekend, closing the inaugural JomezPro Series at the newly‑opened Cactus Rock course. The three‑day event ran Friday through Sunday, with daily rounds beginning at 7:55 a.m.
About Cactus Rock
Cactus Rock is a private, 18‑hole, par‑66 layout covering roughly 10,500 feet of rugged terrain. Set off Port Mayfield Road in rural Tuscaloosa County, the course winds through steep hills, creeks and towering cliffs, demanding a blend of disc‑golf skill and hiking stamina. The PDGA describes it as a pro‑level course that challenges players with elevation changes, rustic bridges and hand‑hewn staircases.
The land was purchased in 2024 by Nick Williams and his brothers after Williams grew frustrated with poorly maintained public courses. Six‑time PDGA world champion Paul McBeth helped design the layout during several visits, turning a family weekend project into a championship‑caliber venue. Funding also came from Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Dylan Cease, who contributed after making his first All‑Star team this year.
Event Details
The finale featured only the men’s professional division. While the Disc Golf Pro Tour initially planned to offer both men’s and women’s fields, insufficient registration prevented a women’s competition. The Tour worked with its player council to promote the women’s field, but the numbers did not meet the threshold to run the event.
Beyond the competition, the weekend included a player market and meet‑and‑greet at Venue Tuscaloosa, where local vendors offered food, drinks and disc‑golf merchandise. Attendees could try putting games, watch live entertainment and interact with the pros.
How to Watch and Play
Fans who missed the live action can view coverage on the JomezPro YouTube channel the following day, free of charge. Live scoring was available via dgpt.com and PDGA Live. Tickets were sold through tickets.dgpt.com.
Cactus Rock operates on a cash‑only basis, charging $10 for players and $5 for non‑playing walkers. The site does not provide drinking water, but leashed dogs are welcome. Three tee options are offered: a short layout at par 63 for recreational players and two longer pro layouts for tournament competitors.
Future Plans
Williams hopes Cactus Rock will become a regular stop on the Disc Golf Pro Tour within the next four to five years. He envisions pairing the venue with Olympus, a sister course owned by McBeth and Cease near Brooksville, Florida, which is built into a former limestone quarry.
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