USC Aiken to unveil new disc golf course

USC Aiken to unveil new disc golf course

AIKEN - A new disc golf course established primarily for students on the grounds of University of South Carolina Aiken will be unveiled in a grand opening set for 5 p.m. March 29, according to a university news release miniature golf content.The course, which is nine holes long, is located along the university's Pacer Path, which is used for track and field events and located to the side of USC Aiken's Convocation Center."We have the course in a play condition, but we will continue to improve the course over the summer," said Mike Jara, USC Aiken's assistant chancellor for facilities management. "If the course gets played like we anticipate, we will most likely add another nine holes in the near future."With the exception of Hole No. 2, which is a par 4, all holes are par 3. The cost of the course was about $3,500.Jara said Boy Scouts helped set the cages and tee boxes on the course. The Professional Disc Golf Association also donated its time and helped design the course.Ahmed Samaha, USC Aiken's director of student involvement, said he is thrilled with the new opportunity for students."I think it is a terrific addition to our recreational offerings for our campus community," he said Tiger Woods Will be Joined by Reigning U.S. Open Champ.