Seth Burton Memorial
Professional Open
MPO · FPO
Entry: $130
16th Annual · PDGA A-Tier | September 11–13, 2026 · Fairmont, WV
Played in His Name. Won on His Courses.
Honoring Seth Burton: 16 years of competition, community, and the people who keep showing up.
“Orange crush is a new favorite course and a hidden gem...”
About The Tournament
Sixteen years ago, a tight-knit group of West Virginia disc golfers built something worth keeping. The Seth Burton Memorial is a family event at its core, homegrown, community-run, and deeply rooted in Marion County by the Fairmont Flyers Disc Golf Club.
Two courses, two completely different challenges. The Seth Burton Memorial is an open, park-style layout with generous sight lines and punishing out-of-bounds. Orange Crush is a dense, wooded track where precise lines and smart disc placement are the only way through. Full MPO lead card coverage all weekend by Ace Run Pro, one of the most widely watched disc golf channels in the country.
SBM, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit built to grow disc golf in West Virginia and beyond. Learn more at sethburtonmemorial.org.
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Media Coverage
Ace Run Pro Is On The Clock
All three rounds of MPO action at the Seth Burton Memorial will be fully covered by Ace Run Pro, a professionally produced, broadly watched disc golf media channel with a dedicated national audience.
Lead card footage, player interviews, and highlight content will reach disc golf fans across the country all weekend long.
3 Rounds of Coverage
MPO Lead Card
National Audience
Advertising & Shout-Out Spots Available
Put your brand in front of a passionate disc golf audience. Coverage ad spots and on-air shout-outs are available for the SBM weekend broadcast. Space is limited.
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Official Media Partner
Ready To Compete?
Help us make year 16 our biggest yet. Spots fill up fast — the field is capped at 320 players.
Registration closes September 7 at 11:59 PM EDT. Current PDGA membership through 2026 required.
The Courses
18 holes · Fairmont, WV · Est. 2003
Designed by Johnny Sias, Jason Stalnaker & Ken Rollins
Photos via Disc Golf Scene · View on UDisc
4.5 ★
UDisc rating
~58,000
estimated rounds played all-time
~9,500
estimated unique players all-time
18 holes · Fairmont, WV · Est. 2006
Designed by Phil Burton, Josh Smith, and members of the WV Disc Golf Association
Photos via Disc Golf Scene · View on UDisc
4.5 ★
UDisc rating
~27,000
estimated rounds played all-time
~6,700
estimated unique players all-time
Divisions & Entry
Professional Masters
MP40 · FP40 · MP50 · FP50 · MP60 · FP60
Entry: $105
Amateur
MA1–MA4 · FA1–FA4
MA40/50/60 · FA40/50/60
Entry: $105
Junior
MJ15 · FJ15 · MJ12 · FJ12
Entry: $105
For help choosing a division, see the PDGA division guidelines.
Weekend Schedule
Flex Start C Tier: Mellow Yellow · SBM Front 9 & Orange Crush Back 9 · Minimal entry, player pack only
Flex Start C Tier: Angry Orange · Orange Crush Front 9 & SBM Back 9 · Minimal entry, player pack only
Random Doubles: Coopers Rock (Hosted by the Morgantown Mountain Goats)
PDGA League Round (shotgun start): Seth Burton Memorial Short to A
Round 1 tee times posted
Caddy book available for download
Round 1 tee times begin
Amateur Player Pack Pickup: Pick up your player pack anytime on Friday at TourneyHQ
Round 2 tee times begin
Players Party: Pizza, non-alcoholic beverages, and live music & DJ (TBD). Koozies welcome!
Flymart & Used Disc Sale: All players welcome to set up and sell gear, used discs, or disc golf wares.
Round 3 tee times begin
Rolling Awards Ceremony: Professional & Amateur awards and payouts at TourneyHQ by Hole #1 · Seth Burton Memorial
Round Layouts Based on 2025–2026 TBD
Layouts are subject to change. Final assignments will be posted before Round 1 tee times.
| Division | Round 1 | Round 2 | Round 3 | Pool |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MPO | OC Long Tees to “B” pins | OC Long Tees to “B” pins | SBM Long Tees to “B” pins | A |
| FPO | OC Short Tees to “B” pins | OC Short Tees to “B” pins | SBM Long Tees to “A” pins | A |
| MP40 | OC Long Tees to “B” pins | OC Long Tees to “B” pins | SBM Long Tees to “B” pins | A |
| FP40 | OC Short Tees to “B” pins | OC Short Tees to “B” pins | SBM Long Tees to “A” pins | A |
| MP50 | OC Long Tees to “A” pins | OC Long Tees to “A” pins | SBM Long Tees to “A” pins | A |
| FP50 | OC Short Tees to “A” pins | OC Short Tees to “A” pins | SBM Short Tees to “B” pins | A |
| MP60 | OC Short Tees to “B” pins | OC Short Tees to “B” pins | SBM Short Tees to “B” pins | A |
| FP60 | OC Short Tees to “A” pins | OC Short Tees to “A” pins | SBM Short Tees to “A” pins | A |
| MA1 | SBM Long Tees to “A” pins | SBM Long Tees to “B” pins | OC Short Tees to “B” pins | B |
| FA1 | SBM Short Tees to “B” pins | SBM Short Tees to “B” pins | OC Short Tees to “A” pins | B |
| MA2 / MA40 | SBM Short Tees to “B” pins | SBM Short Tees to “B” pins | OC Short Tees to “B” pins | B |
| FA2 / FA40 | SBM Short Tees to “A” pins | SBM Short Tees to “B” pins | OC Short Tees to “A” pins | B |
| MA3 / MA50 | SBM Short Tees to “A” pins | SBM Short Tees to “B” pins | OC Short Tees to “A” pins | B |
| MA4 / MA55+ | SBM Short Tees to “A” pins | SBM Short Tees to “A” pins | OC Short Tees to “A” pins | B |
| FA3 / FA4 / FA50+ | SBM Short Tees to “A” pins | SBM Short Tees to “A” pins | OC Short Tees to “A” pins | B |
| MJ | SBM Short Tees to “A” pins | SBM Short Tees to “A” pins | OC Short Tees to “A” pins | B |
| FJ | SBM Short Tees to “A” pins | SBM Short Tees to “A” pins | OC Short Tees to “A” pins | B |
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to be a PDGA member?
Yes. All registrants must be current PDGA members through 2026. You can join or renew at pdga.com/join.
When does registration close?
Registration closes September 7, 2026 at 11:59 PM EDT. The field fills to 320 players. Don't wait.
What is included with registration?
Registration includes tournament rounds, digital scoring access, event amenities, and players pack items based on division.
Where are parking and check-in located?
Parking maps and check-in instructions are emailed to all participants 72 hours before the event and posted at each host course.
How are tee times and cards assigned?
All rounds use tee times. Round 1 uses division-based assignment; subsequent rounds are grouped by score and division per PDGA standards.
What should I expect for weather in September?
Fairmont in mid-September is typically comfortable: daytime highs in the mid-60s to low-70s°F, cooler mornings around 50°F, and occasional afternoon rain. Bring rain gear. West Virginia weather can shift quickly.
What is the withdrawal and refund policy?
We follow PDGA Competition Manual 1.03 strictly. Here's the short version:
- 30+ days before: Full refund minus up to a $10 handling fee.
- 15–29 days before: Full refund (minus up to $10) if your spot is filled from the waitlist; otherwise 50% refund or player pack.
- Under 14 days before: Full refund (minus up to $10) if your spot is filled from the waitlist; otherwise 25% refund or player pack.
- Within 48 hours or after registration closes: No refund, unless your spot is filled from the waitlist.
Withdrawals must be made directly to the Tournament Director using the contact listed on the event page, not through other staff or third parties.
Can I bring a caddie or spectators?
Yes! Spectators and caddies are welcome and encouraged. Caddies must follow all PDGA rules during the round, including appropriate dress code and the prohibition of alcohol/tobacco during tournament play.
Will there be water or restrooms on the courses?
Restrooms are located near Tournament Central and the back pavilion. Water stations will be available near Tournament Central and at strategic holes on both courses. However, Orange Crush is a long, wooded hike — we highly recommend bringing your own insulated water bottle or water bag.
Is there a designated warm-up area?
Yes, a practice basket and net will be set up near Tournament Central. Because this is a tee-time event, players cannot practice on the tournament courses once the first tee time of the day has begun.
What is the plan for lost discs?
Any discs found during the tournament should be turned in at Tournament Central. We will maintain a Lost & Found box throughout the weekend.
Do we get a lunch break?
Since this event uses a tee-time format with one round per day, there is no scheduled mid-day lunch break. You will have plenty of time before or after your round to explore local food options. Check out our Player Info page for local recommendations.
Our Sponsors
The Seth Burton Memorial is made possible by people and businesses who believe in the community. We’re actively building our 2026 sponsor family.
Sponsorships directly fund player payouts, course improvements, and junior disc golf programs in West Virginia.
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