2026 PDGA Champions Cup Presented by Vessi: Press Conference

The 2026 PDGA Champions Cup, presented by Vessi, is utilizing a centralized digital infrastructure to manage its broadcast and real-time data distribution for the first Major of the 2026 season. Held in Lynchburg, Virginia, the event leverages specialized streaming and analytics platforms to provide spectator access and professional performance tracking.

Digital Broadcast and Streaming Infrastructure

The event’s primary broadcast is hosted on the Disc Golf Network (DGN), a dedicated streaming platform. For the 2026 Champions Cup, the DGN provides a comprehensive coverage model where active PDGA members can access the entire tournament for free.

The platform is designed to provide a front-row seat to all the live action for subscribers and members, integrating live video feeds with the tournament’s schedule.

Real-Time Data and Performance Analytics

Data management for the tournament is handled through the Disc Golf Pro Tour (DGPT) digital ecosystem. The tour utilizes a centralized hub at dgpt.com to distribute critical competition data to fans and players.

The digital tools deployed for the event include:

• Live scoring updates for ongoing rounds.
• The 2026 DGPT World Standings.
• Individual DGPT season statistics for participating players.

Event Context and Professional Participation

The 2026 PDGA Champions Cup is the fifth running of the event. A press conference was conducted on April 8, 2026, in Lynchburg, Virginia, to introduce the professional field ahead of the competition.

The press conference featured interviews with several high-profile professionals, including:

• Gannon Buhr, Missy Gannon, and Isaac Robinson.
• Paul McBeth, James Conrad, and Chris Dickerson.
• Eveliina Salonen, Henna Blomroos, and Jessica Gurthie.

In addition to the competitive play, the event coincided with the release of the 2026 Nate Sexton Tour Series Proto Glow Champion Firebird from Innova.