“The most memorable disc golf moment was after Louisiana State Championships, I was paired with Matt Orum for a skins match…The most important people in my life are my wife of 7 yrs and my son who is 20…Clyde Fant Parkway. It is the first lighted disc golf course in the country...”
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 Timothy Council (PDGA #26749)
Tell us about yourself! How old are you? Where do you live? What do you do (work/school/etc.)?
I am 44 yrs old and work as a Quality Control Inspector for Johnson Controls.
Tell us about the most important people in your life! Who do you live with (family, friends, etc.)?
The most important people in my life are my wife of 7 yrs and my son who is 20.
Do you have a nickname or just something else that you go by?
I usually go by Tim.
Disc Golf Journey
How long have you been playing disc golf?
I have been playing disc golf for 20 yrs.
How did you get started with disc golf?
A co-worker got me started playing after my father died in 2003.
Share some of your memorable disc golf moments…
The most memorable disc golf moment was after Louisiana State Championships, I was paired with Matt Orum for a skins match.
Some Random Personal Stuff
What do you do when you’re not playing disc golf?
Spend time with my wife, 3 dogs, and cat.
What is your absolute favorite food (something you couldn’t live without)?
Queso Noodles (A recipe that my wife found online)
What’s your favorite fast-food restaurant?
Chick-fil-A
What are some of your favorite movies of all time?
Fast and Furious franchise
What are some of your favorite TV shows/series?
Sons of Anarchy and Brooklyn nine nine
Do you have any pro or college sports teams you are fanatic about?
Alabama Crimson Tide and LSU Tigers
In the Bag
What is the first disc golf disc that you ever owned?
DX Eagle
What are some of your favorite discs that are in your bag right now?
2nd run Champion Edition Eagle
What else is always in your bag other than discs?
2008 USDGC Roc and Pure putters
Disc Golf Courses
Do you have a course that you consider your ‘home course’? Tell us about it.
Clyde Fant Parkway. It is the first lighted disc golf course in the country.
What are a few of your favorite disc golf courses to play?
Crestview, Freeport, Clyde Fant, Ford Park, And Lake Bistineau
What is a dream disc golf course for you that you hope to play someday?
The Steady Ed Headrick Memorial Course
Let’s Play Disc Golf
Do you have any pre-round or post-round rituals that you do when you play disc golf?
I will usually sit and try to relax and tell myself to play my own game.
Do you drink, smoke, snack, or partake in anything else while playing disc golf? What’s your go-to?
I like to snack on beef jerky.
Are you just a casual disc golfer? Do you participate in any local leagues? Do you compete in disc golf tournaments?
I try to play locally as much as I can, but play mostly tournaments.
Do you have any tips for aspiring disc golfers?
Don’t compare yourself to other players, and compete against yourself.
Disc Golf Fun Stuff
Do you have any favorite professional disc golfers that you follow?
Matt Orum
Do you have any disc golf goals that you are trying to achieve?
I have wanted to be able to tour.
Who do you typically play disc golf with?
If not playing tournaments, I am usually playing with club members.
What would a perfect disc golf round look like for you?
My perfect round would be playing another round with Matt Orum.
Let’s Get Social
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