LWS Open Regional Qualifier — DGPT Opportunity
The 2026 Lexington Open is officially designated as a Regional Qualifier for the 2026 LWS Open at Idlewild — a major opportunity for competitive players.
With DGPT events becoming increasingly competitive through tiered registration, regional qualifiers now provide local players a pathway into elite competition. This event will award:
• 2 MPO qualifying spots
• 2 FPO qualifying spots
The highest-finishing eligible players not already registered for Idlewild will receive a guaranteed opportunity to register (entry fee still required). If a player declines or is unable to compete, the qualifying spot passes to the next eligible finisher. Players will have 24–48 hours to accept or decline their invitation.
The Lexington Open XXVIII is officially a Women's Global Event. More complete details to come. I'm just waiting on PDGA to respond so I can finalize some of my ideas.
Courses Utilized
• Jacobson Park Disc Golf Course
• Veterans Park Disc Golf Course
• Shillito Park Disc Golf Course
Tournament Structure
• Three total pools: Open Pool, Pool B, Pool C
• Player caps:
– Pool A: No cap
– Amateur Pools: 144 players
Divisions Offered
Pool A (OPEN)
MPO, FPO, MP40, FP40, MP50, FP50, MP55, FP55 MP60, FP60, MP65, FP65, MP70, FP70, MP80, FP80
Pool B
MA1, FA1, MA40, FA40, MA2, FA2 (based on registration)
Pool C
MA3, MA4, MA50, FA50, MA55, FA55, MA60, FA60, MA65, FA65, MA70, FA70, MA80, FA80, FA3, FA4, MJ18, MJ15, MJ12, MJ08, FJ18, FJ15, FJ12, FJ08
Format & Schedule
Open Pool (Pool A)
• 3-day tee-time event: Friday, Saturday, Sunday
• Course rotation: Jacobson → Veterans → Jacobson
(Premier Open layouts)
Amateur Pools — 3-day tee-time format
Friday tee times begin after 12 PM
These tee times will be division specific (no mixing of cards between divisions). Requests for specific Friday tee times can be submitted before May 8th, 2026, none will be accepted after this date. All requests will be regarded as suggestions, and none are guaranteed.
Pool B Course Order
Friday — Shillito (Premier Amateur layout)
Saturday — Jacobson (Premier Amateur layout)
Sunday — Veterans (Hardest layout)
Pool C Course Order
Friday — Veterans (Easiest layout)
Saturday — Jacobson (Easiest layout)
Sunday — Shillito (Hardest layout)
Player Party & Check-In
Saturday, May 16 — time TBD.
Player packs will be available for pick-up all day Saturday at Jacobson Park. Location for pickup will be posted as soon as it is finalized.
Player Packs
All Amateur players will receive the following items:
Customized metal can coozie – Designed to hold nearly any type of beverage, including standard cans, slim cans, and bottles.
Customized disc golf towel – Featuring the Lexington Open logo.
Customized scorekeeper keychain – A fun throwback way to keep score the old-school way.
Entry Fees
Open divisions — $125
Amateur divisions — $75
Closing
The Lexington Open XXVIII is positioned to be a flagship regional tournament combining elite competition, inclusive participation, and strong community spirit. Thank you for being part of this experience — we look forward to an outstanding weekend of disc golf.
https://www.discgolfscene.com/tournament/Lexington_Open_XXVIII_2026
Throw well, compete hard, and enjoy the moment.
Tournament Director
Jarrett Spriggs
[email protected]
850-227-9480
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Event Venue
Jacobson Park, Lexington, KY 40509, United States
Tickets
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