Team Discraft: Jake Newell Disc Golf Bio

	NAME:	Jake Newell
	TEAM:	Elite X
	HOMETOWN:	Emporia, KS
	PDGA #:	29989
	2007 PDGA RATING:	991
	BORN:	1986
	STARTED IN DISC GOLF:	2002
	day gig:	Student: Emporia State Univ. Major: Art Education
	HOT FINISHES:	2007 US Amateur National Champion 11th 2006 Am Worlds 4 Am wins in 2006
	MEMORABLE DISC GOLF MOMENT:
	Winning the US Amatuer Disc Golf Championship. The BEST amateur tournament I've ever seen.

In The Disc Golf Bag: Drivers
Disc	Comments
Z Predator (171 - 174)	The best disc out there. Super fast and predictable in any wind. I carry two in the bag, one fairly new (for long hyzers and skip shots) and one beat in (to flip up and hold a straight line a little longer).
ESP Avenger SS (173 - 174)	This disc is perfect for both HUGE rollers and big turnover shots. I also use it for dead straight shots in tight fairways.
ESP Flash (173 - 174)	Pure distance driver. This disc is super fast and is great for any tailwind drives. This disc has helped me add 20+ feet to my game.
Z Tracker (174 gm)	Great control disc, flies very straight and is easy to keep low. Great for tight fairways and for holes my midranges can't quite reach.
ESP Surge (174 gm)	When I need distance, I call upon the Surge. This disc feels great in the hand and flies forever. I carry three in my bag, each one a little less beat in (and more stable) then the next.
ESP Pulse (173 - 174)	When I need a little more stability than the Surge, but just as much distance, that's when I throw the Pulse. This disc is super fast and holds up well in most any wind.

In The Disc Golf Bag: Midrange
Disc	Comments
ESP Buzzz (174 - 178)	Unbelievable disc. Holds ANY line you put it on and flies forever. I throw this disc hyzer, anhyzer, and straight with great confidence. This disc does it all!
ESP Meteor (178 gm)	Longest midrange disc on the market. I use this disc when I need a little more distance than the Buzzz. Also great for long, yet controlled turnover shots.
ESP Wasp (174 - 178)	When I need something a little less straight and more stable than the Buzzz, the wasp is where it's at. Flies just as far as the ESP buzz but with a predictable finish left every time.
D Drone (174 gm)	Another very predictable disc. Finishes left EVERYTIME which makes it my go to disc for approach shots, especially in heavy Kansas winds..

In The Disc Golf Bag: Putt and Approach
Disc	Comments
D Challenger (174 - 175)	I use this discs for shorter approach shots and jump putts. Holds a line great in moderate wind with a predictable and slight finish left.
X Soft Challenger (174 gm)	My main putter, as well as my approach disc for straight or anhyzer shots. This disc feels great in the hand and sticks in the basket on those 'not so perfect' putts.

Jake's Disc Golf Tips

Don't try to hrow too hard. When you throw as hard as you can on every shot your accuracy suffers. Let your disc do the work. Work on a smooth, fluid delivery and... get a SURGE!

I try to practice EXACTLY how I play in an actual tournament round. That means checking the wind, setting up my approach, and most importantly taking my time. When I practice putting, I like to use one putter and a mini. That way, it forces me to focus on one putt at a time.

Have fun. Sometimes when you are don't play well, it is easy to get frustrated out on the course. Don't get down on yourself and always keep disc golf in perspective. It's a game, and games are supposed to be fun.

Practice 'weird' shots. Looking for a way to eliminate one or two strokes from each round? Then practice those shots you encounter when you are in a tough position (i.e. directly behind a tree, behind a bush, etc.) Practice awkward stances, off-hand pitchouts, and experiment with different discs. You'll be amazed the different ways a disc will fly with great accuracy.

COURSES YOU SHOULD PLAY:		Jake Newell turned pro in 2007, right after winning the US Amateur National Championship.
Course	Comments
Hickory Hills Traverse City, MI	Beautiful course, great elevation.
Kensington Toboggan Milford, MI	Elevation, elevation, elevation, did I mention beautiful?
Frontier Park Hays, KS	Where I first played, challenging course, great variety.
Chatauqua Park Beloit, KS	Fun course in a great looking park.
Jones Park Emporia, KS	2 great courses in one park, sure to bring out every shot in the bag.

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