Overall Experience
Participants rated their overall experience highly, with no scores below 7/10.
Organisation & Scheduling
The event's planning and execution received top marks from the majority of players.
Value for Money
Player packs, prizes, and overall value were perceived very positively.
What Players Loved Most
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Seeing some legends of the game and catching up with friends I have not seen in a while.
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The comraderie, organisation and effort from organisers and volunteers was fantastic.
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Hole 18 at Vic Park... heaps of fun. And the State of Origin event was an unexpected pleasure.
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Connecting with players from all over the country.
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The State of Origin vibe. A fantastic entree to the main event.
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Not losing a disc!
Why They Came: Community and Competition
Primary Reasons for Attending
The survey revealed that players were drawn by a powerful mix of social connection and competitive challenge, demonstrating the event's balanced appeal.
Players Who Traveled
76%
Traveled from out of town and stayed overnight, boosting the local economy.
Long Stays
54%
Of travelers stayed for 3 or more nights, truly making it a destination event.
Charting the Future of the Masters
Preferred Future PDGA Tier
Players show a clear desire for the event to grow in prestige, with B-Tier being the most popular choice for the future.
Top 2026 Host Location Suggestions
While many wish to return to Ballarat, strong national interest shows the event's potential to travel.
- 🥇Ballarat, VIC
- 🥈Mount Gambier, SA
- 🥉Adelaide, SA
- ●Canberra, ACT
- ●Tasmania
...and many other suggestions from across the country!
Local Spotlight: Ballarat Favourites
Our players didn't just play; they explored and supported Ballarat's local businesses. The overwhelming favorite and most recommended venue was...
Aunty Jacks
Highly recommended by numerous participants for its great food and atmosphere!
Other popular mentions: Indian Grill, Hop Temple, Munsters Arms, and FREDAS.
