The Upshot: Jussi Meresmaa, Comeback Player Of The Year

A candid interview with the DGWT founder.

November 14, 2017 by and in Podcast

Charlie Eisenhood and Steve Hill interview Disc Golf World Tour founder Jussi Meresmaa about the decision to cancel the 2018 season and what’s next for the Tour. Plus, a discussion of an unusual rule change and an argument about who deserves to be called the Comeback Player of the Year in 2017.

The Upshot: Jussi Meresmaa, Breakout Player Of The Year

Music: Monotone Fantastique — Melody Boy 2000

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  1. Charlie Eisenhood
    Charlie Eisenhood

    Charlie Eisenhood is the publisher of Ultiworld Disc Golf. You can contact him at [email protected].

  2. Steve Hill
    Steve Hill

    Steve Hill is the editor of Ultiworld Disc Golf. He provides reviews from the perspective of a low-powered player at Noodle Arm Disc Golf, and in the past served as the associate editor for Rattling Chains. Contact him at [email protected] or on Twitter.

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