Scott Burnett
PDGA # 20173
The Beginning Scott Burnett, PDGA #20173, and currently rated 1001 has been playing disc golf since 1997 when some close friends persuaded him into what would become his passion. Throughout his career he has played over 100 courses in 10 states, participated in over 80 events, and earned over 120 aces. Out of these events, in 14 of which Scott has taken first place.
The Moment
Amateur Nationals in 2002 stands out above the rest. It is significant not only because it was the first nationals to ever take place and he was triumphant, but because it drew his family closer together. His mother, Ann, caddied for him during the tournament, offering words of encouragement and sage advice that Scott attributes to his win. His father (Cleady) and his mother’s support for his disc golf career has united his family. The icing on the cake was the opportunity to be featured in Sports Illustrated, as one of the first disc golfer to grace its pages.
Sports Illustrated October 2002
The Future
Hunter Burnett
Scott continues to look forward to the future of disc golf and begins that investment through teaching his with his own son, Hunter. Hunter, now aged 6, plays full rounds with him and is inspiring his big sister, Dylan, to also join the game. He also gives back to the sport by providing discs to those who could not afford them and building handmade stone platforms to raise baskets to provide new challenges to local players. Scott’s passion for the sport is evident and the love for his family fuels him as he continues to pioneer the sport, bringing new blood onto the course and working alongside his sponsors Legacy Discs, and Hazy Shade.
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