Dogs jumped, ran, and caught frisbees in a variety of UpDog Challenge games during the 2022 Disc Dog Challenge to be named the best in the games Frizgility, Time Warp, and Greedy. The competition was held on November 11 in Kannapolis, North Carolina, at the Atrium Health Ballpark.
The championship aired on ESPN2 on December 9, and winners were announced for each game as well as an overall winner.
Disc Dog Challenge Winners
Overall Winner
Call Name: Marina
Breed: Border Collie
Handler: Blake Kilbourne
From: Kilbourne, Georgia
Score: 294
Challenge Points: 69
Frizgility
Call Name: Mamba
Breed: Australian Koolie
Handler: Lily Martinez
From: Fernandina Beach, Florida
Score: 183
Challenge Points: 25
Time Warp
Call Name: Mamba
Breed: Australian Koolie
Handler: Lily Martinez
From: Fernandina Beach, Florida
Score: 86
Challenge Points: 25
Greedy
Call Name: Doctor Worm
Breed: Mixed Breed
Handler: Ben Shryock
From: Sturbridge, Massachusetts
Score: 44
Challenge Points: 254
Want to Get Involved in Disc Dog?
If seeing Disc Dog on TV has gotten you excited about participating with your own dog, getting started is easier than you think. The best way is to find a club near you that offers classes, and determine which games are best for you and your dog.
If you’re not ready to go to a class, many clubs host online classes and seminars, and you can try practicing with a frisbee at home.
For more information about UpDog and getting involved in your local area so your dog can be recognized, please visit UpDog Challenge. There you can learn more about events in your area, UpDog games, and more!
Don’t think Disc Dog is for you? Don’t worry! There are many dog sports that are suitable for dogs of all ages and abilities.