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As a Commentator, Jenkins Relies on Playing Experience

When a player steps up to the tee at the USDGC in a do or die moment, many might wonder what’s going on in that player’s mind. Odds are good that Disc Golf World Tour broadcaster Avery Jenkins has a pretty good idea. Jenkins, who was named DGWT co-commentator early this season, brought his 18-year pro career to the World Tour mic with commentating duties that include Facebook Live sessions, DGWT Wrap Up Shows, player interviews, and more. 2016 European Open - Disc Golf World Tour Event ...
2013 Sula Open – Pre Tournament Interview

I got the incredible opportunity to return again as the defending Champion of the Sula Open Disc Golf Tournament in Ålesund, Norway. Here's the complete 2013 Sula Open Pre-Tournament Interview that I did for the DiscGolfGutta Norweigian Disc Golf Blog Website before playing the event! Hole #23 at the Vasset Disc Golf Course - Photo Courtesy of Avery Jenkins It seemed like you had a ball, both off and on the course. Did you enjoy Sula? Yes, of course! Last year was my first time to Sula and ...
1859 Oregon Magazine Interview

Avery Jenkins, a University of Oregon graduate, made Eugene his home for the past seven years. He took a slice out of his busy worldwide touring schedule to chat with 1859. Winning Putt - 2009 Disc Golf World Championships - Kansas City, MO (Photo by Lauren Lakeberg) Tell us about the rocket ship that is Disc Golf. The sport is growing by leaps and bounds. In my experience, the more people play, the more they love it. I have friends who are cops, lawyers and business people from ...
Interview with Disc Golf World Champion Avery Jenkins – Examiner.com (Part 2)

This Part 2 of my interview with Disc Golf World Champion Avery Jenkins - Interview by Steve Pease When your dad taught you to play, what did he tell you to focus on and learn first? I learned a lot about the game from my father, he first taught me a lot about sportsmanship and integrity that this sport requires to be played in its truest form. He also taught me the proper technique through hours of playing catch in the backyard with the Frisbee and ...
Interview with Disc Golf World Champion Avery Jenkins – Examiner.com – Part 1

Interview with Disc Golf World Champion Avery Jenkins - Interview by Steve Pease This interview was something I’ve wanted to do for quite a while; I am honored to be able to share it with you now. Avery Jenkins comes from a disc golf family, his parents were both Disc Golf Champions and his sister Valarie Jenkins is a 3X and current World Champion. Avery is the current World Champion and the current U.S. Doubles Champion with his partner Dave Feldberg. There are a lot of guys ...
Top Pros Returns – Avery Jenkins Interview

Top Pros Returns - Avery Jenkins Interview by Gordon R. Dill I’ll be honest, we chased this one for a while. Now, we’re thrilled to have an interview with one of the top players in the world. Forget “Top Pros”, Avery Jenkins is at least IN THE DISCUSSION for “Top Pro”. Avery won nearly $30,000 on tour this year and more than that the year before. In 31 tournaments this year he won 5, including the PDGA World Championships. He’s got the full ...
Quad City Disc Golf.com Interview

Quad City Disc Golf.com Interview by Joe Rodman Avery Jenkins is a Professional disc golfer, one of the sports biggest names, and a product of the "first family" of disc golf! Avery and disc golf have grown up together over the years. His parents, Leroy and Sharon, picked up the sport in the ’80s, and planned family vacations to places where they could catch a tournament on the weekends. Sharon holds several National titles, and his sister, Val, is a three-time Women's Pro Champion. Originally from ...
Disc Golf Article on ESPN.com

Disc Golf has a Pro Tour, and Momentum By Jack McCluskey LEICESTER, Mass. -- In many ways, Avery Jenkins and disc golf have grown up together. His parents picked up the sport in the '80s, planned family vacations to places where they could catch a tournament on the weekends and bought disc golf baskets for the backyard. Now Jenkins, 31, is closing in on his 10th year of traveling on the pro disc golf tour, making a living playing the sport. Jack McCluskey Instead of using a club, just pull ...