“I run the Disc Golf Show. A buddy and I had a podcast for 5-6 years or so starting back in 2013. I currently still do whatever I can to help promote others via our social media portals (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.) and do my best to stay in the loop of disc golf related info…First threw a disc back in 1995 or so, but started playing tournaments in 2008, I think...”
Welcome to another edition of our Disc Golf Player Profile publication – where we feature disc golfers that you may or may not have heard of before. Everybody has their own disc golf story to tell. This is the place where those stories are being told and shared with the world!
Meet Nick Sears (PDGA #28918)
Tell us about yourself! How old are you? Where do you live? What do you do (work/school/etc.)?
I am 44 years old and live in Orangevale, CA. I am currently a state worker and have been for the past 13 years.
Tell us about the most important people in your life! Who do you live with (family, friends, etc.)?
My wife and two kids, as well as my extended family/friends.
Do you have a nickname or just something else that you go by?
NICKAS
Disc Golf Journey
How long have you been playing disc golf?
First threw a disc back in 1995 or so, but started playing tournaments in 2008, I think.
How did you get started with disc golf?
A good buddy of mine took me to our local course, Shady Oaks Disc Golf Course, and gave me a disc.
Share some of your memorable disc golf moments…
A personal favorite moment of mine is probably getting a 4th place finish in one of our local events as I don’t play as much as I would like to these days. However, I enjoyed caddying for Annie Kreml (St. Patrick’s Classic) and Maria Oliva (USWDGC) in the past.
Some Random Personal Stuff
What do you do when you’re not playing disc golf?
I run the Disc Golf Show. A buddy and I had a podcast for 5-6 years or so starting back in 2013. I currently still do whatever I can to help promote others via our social media portals (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, etc.) and do my best to stay in the loop of disc golf related info.
What is your absolute favorite food (something you couldn’t live without)?
Tacos
What’s your favorite fast-food restaurant?
Jack in the Box
What are some of your favorite movies of all time?
Robin and the Seven Hoods, Anchorman, Man on Fire, Braveheart, The Patriot, Swingers, there are more, but I’ll leave it at that for now.
What are some of your favorite TV shows/series?
Friends, Game of Thrones, True Detective, Yellowstone, Rings of Power, again… there are others.
Do you have any pro or college sports teams you are fanatic about?
My football team has always been the 49ers, though I haven’t watched much for many years, just here and there. I really enjoy watching soccer, and Messi is my favorite player.
In the Bag
What is the first disc golf disc that you ever owned?
Roc
What are some of your favorite discs that are in your bag right now?
White Innova Star Coyote, Innova Star TeeRex, Prodigy D2
What else is always in your bag other than discs?
Mini Marker, Towels, HydroFlask, misc. items
Disc Golf Courses
Do you have a course that you consider your ‘home course’? Tell us about it.
Of course, Shady Oaks Disc Golf Course in Orangevale, CA, is my home course. It used to be a must stop for the pros for the St. Patrick’s Classic back before the DGPT. It has some technical lines to hit as well as some open shots. Learning on this course was great for learning my release point to better be able to hit gaps for wherever I might play.
What are a few of your favorite disc golf courses to play?
Shady Oaks in Orangevale, DeLaveaga in Santa Cruz, Bijou in South Lake Tahoe
What is a dream disc golf course for you that you hope to play someday?
Milo McIver, Maple Hill, Jarva
Let’s Play Disc Golf
Do you have any pre-round or post-round rituals that you do when you play disc golf?
Not really… maybe grab a coffee before my round.
Do you drink, smoke, snack, or partake in anything else while playing disc golf? What’s your go-to?
Coffee and water
Are you just a casual disc golfer? Do you participate in any local leagues? Do you compete in disc golf tournaments?
I see myself as a casual disc golfer that enjoys playing in local leagues and tournaments if the opportunity arises.
Do you have any tips for aspiring disc golfers?
Just have fun!
Disc Golf Fun Stuff
Do you have any favorite professional disc golfers that you follow?
Simon Lizotte and Kristin Tattar
Do you have any disc golf goals that you are trying to achieve?
Would love to have a podium finish at a tournament.
Who do you typically play disc golf with?
Friends
What would a perfect disc golf round look like for you?
Double digit under par.
Let’s Get Social
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