An Eagle's Trail - How a father & son persevered through tragedy | JomezPro Disc Golf Documentary

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Credits:
A JomezPro Production
Director: Brian Guice
Starring: Eagle McMahon and Pat McMahon
Featuring: Steve Fox and Austin Montgomery
Original Score: Andrew Vickers
Soundtrack: STRFKR
Cam Op: Nick Becker
Audio Tech: Trevor Milton
Audio Engineer / Colorist: Michael Fouché
Graphic Design: Juan Luis Garcia
Shot on location in Boulder, CO
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[@JomezPro]

Thank you for watching and thank you to Eagle and Pat for sharing their story with us. We collaborated with Eagle on a limited edition t-shirt (which is available this weekend only). Order yours now at www.jomezpro.com/merch/eagle-mcmahon-scared-of-life-shirt/

[@marinusmortensen5276]

The production is so good! You guys are spreading the good word of disc golf, looks like a special on ESPN. That’s not a easy task, keep it going!

[@andresa8209]

Y’all absolutely made us all cry , laugh, etc . AMAZING . Thank you for sharing .

[@randyjohnson9760]

Well done guys!

[@mikejamesalt]

I ordered a T-shirt which is something I never do. Thank you so much for your time and effort. I will cherish the shirt. Might actually frame it.

[@randyjohnson9760]

Eagle is the most talented player on tour. I believe he is more gifted than any other player and if you combine gifts with obsession you get what Eagle has become. This is fantastic content and I would love to see more of it. I don't know if Rick would be willing to do something on his sister or not but I would be interested in seeing that or a feature on TDs and all the work they put in to make our local tournaments run. I can think of 15 other things I would love to see on the channel but I might lose my job for watching Jomez when I should be working! 🤣

[@jennycraigadventures3314]

It’s like his disc golf fate was sealed when they named him “Eagle”. I wish my parents hadn’t named me “Triple Bogey”.

[@fuzziemunkey]

Thanks for the laugh friend 🤣

[@Sause760]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 this made me laugh so hard! Thank you !

[@jennycraigadventures3314]

@@fuzziemunkey I aim to please 😁

[@jennycraigadventures3314]

@@Sause760 👍🏼

[@jonharris3476]

Pssshaw, my folks called me "Hit Every Bloody Tree"...

[@Frostydudemanguy]

His dad isn't cool cause he likes the same sport we do. His dad is cool cause he actually cares about his son. I'm sure he likes disc golf but something tells me he did it so much cause he could tell Eagle loved it and that's enough to make a grown man cry.

[@jonanderson7344]

Well said brother

[@appidydafoo]

Facts

[@ericheath8675]

Good stuff fellas, don't watch before work, you'll just want to go get one of your sons and go hit the course for some quality time!

[@Mr.Pants45]

I agree but it was kind of weird that his dad will never caddy for him, eventhough he could provide advice and confidence on the course. Not saying that's a big deal but it was kind of odd seeing Eagle want him to be his caddy/by his side during tournaments, and him saying "no way" basically. And he hasnt won since this was released. I wish I could say this was a curse only to be proven wrong. I cant wait til Eagle wins again.

[@jackthrowsdiscs]

Eagle is one of the most passionate and talented disc golfers out right now… this is just as good as a 30/30 and it’s great we get to see his story and learn where he comes from. Props to Jomez, Eagle and his Dad!

[@ryanhopkins1665]

@@robt8889 why r u here

[@dustinstuckey7419]

@@robt8889 STFU, you have no idea what these athletes do to prepare for tournaments.. Bet you wouldn't last a day playing at one of these courses without complaining about your arm or shoulder hurting throwing as much as these guys do.

[@robt8889]

@@dustinstuckey7419 to prepare.. Im guessing drink beer and play cards in the hotel room....

[@robt8889]

@@dustinstuckey7419 think an average human cant play these courses? Like I would break from all that walkin'!!! come on man!

[@ryanhopkins1665]

@@robt8889 why r u here

[@trevorreniger5670]

I'm not crying, you're crying! Pat is a hero. I adore that man.

[@rasmuslull4766]

No you

[@jvert5763]

No you!! 😭

[@noahvandeburgt2435]

Definitely not you it’s you

[@djbulva89]

It's definitely you 😢

[@michaelwarner3778]

Omg I wrote the same thing. What happy tears tho

[@Warkive]

The kind of dad every kid deserves. Great documentary.

[@LyhtYeers]

Thank you for not having commercials interrupt this awesome documentary.

[@busgroyper580]

@@FreeHempNow hey it’s the only way we’re able to get all the great coverage from them we do. But it is great they knew not to do it with this

[@ryanrutherford3309]

How dare they try to make a little bit of money to cover the cost of all of the awesome content you get for free...

[@BaysingersDiscGolfChannel]

As a father myself, I am just as big of a fan of Pat as I am of Eagle. This documentary was amazing

[@morgandanielmalone]

Being a single dad, raising my son by myself I can relate to Pat a lot. Truly inspiring, thank you Jomez.

[@hunterbrevard3832]

I was thinking about how I relate to eagle and you relate to his dad. Crazy!

[@morgandanielmalone]

@@hunterbrevard3832 I love that man!

[@bigal1024]

Im a single dad as well. We both learned disc golf together. 3 years later and 12 years old hes out throwing me by 100 feet. 350 everytime. Im not mad. It makes me smile

[@Peterisheree]

@@bigal1024 that's awesome man. keep him at it!

[@adampemberton9463]

I talked to his dad at Waco for a solid 10 minutes without even realize who he was. Such a kind dad. Well done Jomez we are blessed for your content.

[@patrickutri1268]

“Never get tired of watching him throw” you’re telling me Pat!!

[@kendalljamesmusic]

this is a fine portrait of a beautiful, kind, exceptional man... ...and his son. I swear, every time Pat speaks, my eyes tear up, to hear his sincerity, and the love in his voice for Eagle, and his memory of Stephanie

[@bradberger3093]

Glad it wasn't just me. Something about the way he speaks just cuts deep.

[@brianlafev7991]

I love the direction of this film. I came into it thinking it was going to be a piece on Eagle's career but it ended up being a portrait of the beauty of cherishing family, something that is all to often and easily taken for granted.

[@unequallychris743]

Pat McMahon, you are the greatest in my book. Thank you for all of your sacrifice and service to others. Your son is a gift from God and your wife is smiling bigger than you can imagine because you shared Eagle with the world. Thanks and God Bless you SIR!😎

[@DiscMark]

Pat is truly an inspiration to single dads such as myself. I'm gonna go hug my daughter now.

[@brendansmith234]

Good stuff brother. My daughters mean the world too me and happy Father’s Day

[@samissweet911]

"call grandma" best part

[@TheLoamFather]

as the father of a homeschooling, disc-golfing family, this brings me so much inspiration. pat and eagle are legendary, this doc is next level.

[@calebjohnson399]

🦅 22:00 “At 22 years old I don’t remember being like that” what fatherhood is all about. Spread those wings son.

[@NaughtyPrincessfkhandles]

Omg I got so confused from that emote. I took a small glans at it and it looked like a tornado made of poo with angel wings. Thank fuck that wasnt correct...

[@mekan0001]

@@NaughtyPrincessfkhandles Well, that's what that emoji will be for me going forward. A Poonado sent by god.

[@unglemergy]

amen 💁‍♂️💯

[@WadsworthsProductions]

Wish I had this close of a relationship with my dad. We couldn’t connect on anything we had none of the same passions he was a mechanic I was an athlete. He wanted to be in the garage I wanted to be on the court. But since picking up disc golf I have had 1 daughter and 2 boys! My son now 2 and he loves to be on the course with me even throwing his own disc! He loves it this is what I longed for, this is what I prayed for! I may not have had it as a child but the next half of my life I will strive to have this same experience with my kids!

[@tillman40]

Your journey with your kids will be a roller coaster. My boys are about out of the house. Nothing in the beginning was an indication of how they ended up. I had the same issues growing up with my father. You can’t fill those holes with your kids experiences.

[@konroh2]

@@tillman40 God is the only one who can fill all our needs. But when we allow ourselves to be loved by God we can love our children as the individuals they are, and let them grow in God's hands.

[@ImRanchWilder]

So did you end up connecting with your dad after HS or when you started working on vehicles? I see your username is an auto repair business

[@Noxtrot]

@@konroh2 Quite bald of you to assume something like that. You're telling me I can never love my children for who they are then. Well that's a bummer

[@konroh2]

@@Noxtrot Not at all. Everyone should love their children for who they are. I just believe that recognizing them as God's gift provides a platform to do so.

[@benwideman]

Thanks for your honesty and vulnerability, Eagle and Pat!

[@Trotskers]

No wonder Eagle is so good at disc golf, he went to disc golf school!

[@seymourglass26]

As the video told us, they taught each other. That has to be part of the definition of family.

[@FIXANYTHINGHVAC]

Need a Calvin Doc! Love this

[@codybailey1162]

This was beautiful, really inspiring as a father.

[@morgandanielmalone]

Agreed

[@pbodys16]

Yep, I have a 4 year old son and got a ton out of this. The McMahon's have some seriously great values. Crazy heartbreaking about his mom but heartwarming how they handled her death.

[@HighTheMemory]

for real

[@Pearhead4207]

I couldn't agree more!!!

[@thiccbizkitz6095]

Oh Geez, Jomez!!! All the feels. As a Dad I couldn't love this more. Amazing piece of work. Once again Jomez is tops.

[@demazza]

My thoughts exactly!

[@Wizler71]

Instant like. Best work ever, Jomez!

[@budsteinmetz1239]

Such a great story that isn’t even close to being finished.

[@PalmettoGD]

Give it a few years, he’ll be the best of all time

[@kylespencer3430]

Absolutely

[@crepe7341]

Huge eagle fan, but I think that isn’t possible because his woods game isn’t there. He’s arguably the best ball gold disc golf pro ever tho

[@mattfoster9806]

@@crepe7341 what do you mean he’s one of the best scramblers in all of disc golf

[@Klipse11]

Few years….Give it til this weekend at the world championship.

[@dank6129]

@@Klipse11 you can't cement a career legacy on a single world champ, but it does get the disc rolling in the right direction.

[@Mizar666]

As a Boulder disc golf player I've heard all the eagle stories. It's great to see it all in such a beautiful format. Bravo Jomez! I've also been able to talk to Eagle and Pat a few times. They are both super kind and generous with their time. Pat is a such a great Dad.

[@erikhorn3884]

Eagles' dad is an incredibly strong human. To lose your soulmate so suddenly is impossibly tough. Truly inspirational.

[@therealmbassy]

good timing to come out with this on the year he's going to win his first worlds

[@chrisschuele4743]

Eagle can't win unless it's a bomber course

[@kennonveenker4446]

@@chrisschuele4743 Coughs in Idlewild🙄

[@maxtirk7752]

and Fathers day

[@realcanadian4981]

I reckon Rick is gonna be tough to beat this year

[@dewie06]

Casual timing

[@alejandrocastilla5258]

Well that was wholesome af, Águila. I also learned that everything becomes better when you drop the mullet.

[@RVALawnLove]

My bond with my dad wasn’t disc golf, but baseball. He played softball long enough for us to eventually compete together. Baseball is what brought me to disc golf. I completely feel this documentary, both as a son, and now a father, teaching my kids this wonderful game

[@MIOutdoors1]

Didn't expect to be tearing up from a disc golf documentary. What a father and son.

[@biggie4310]

Thanks Jomez great documentary. Do more stuff like this!

[@mikehosier1239]

Okay I have a new favorite player, new favorite father figure and Jomez ...your skills go way beyond coverage of the best sport ever. Thanks for this. Edit: my son and I need to do this trail. Also, I want Pats autograph.

[@CSLee-yu6ht]

As a 59 year old papa I can tell you that Eagle has one special dad….. It’s never about the money or anything else in life except for the time you spend together, those times are always remembered… Great job dad, I’d give you a hug if you were standing in front of me… 🎅🏻🏴‍☠️🥏

[@xxpinghead7xx]

How can this only have 11k likes with 150k views. What an impressive story about their relationship. Congrats Pat and Eagle and thanks for sharing your story. Now back to continuing my story with my boys. God Bless!

[@Mullet_farmz]

This is the first KZbin video I’ve ever watched that brought tears to my eyes. Wow

[@jstaverage]

I lost my father 2 years ago now, watching this reminds me of how much I lost my biggest fan in life. Losing your parent young is terrible and for Eagle and his dad to grow together like this is amazing. It's a reminder to hug and love your parents, you never know if one day they are just gone. I can't wait to see what Eagle does in his future because he's already done so much so far!

[@shockanthony]

Their father son dynamic is so amazing. I wish I had this kind of bond with my father. I strive to stay this close and motivational to my kids. Thank you for bringing us along this journey. Eagle will always be one of my top 3

[@dmcain703]

Moral of the story: Go out and have fun with your kid. Encourage healthy, outdoor activities that create bonding moments that they'll remember forever. That's what every dad should want and strive for.

[@wsuvjosh]

So much subtle, good editing-like 10:54 where you see Eagle throw, then it cuts at 11:00 to Eagle’s dad while the disc is in flight, then goes back to watch the disc finish. So good. Great work, Jomez team.

[@TheTdbT]

Thank you for letting us all into your lives. Beautiful souls

[@Jn00111]

Thank you Jomez for this documentary. Thank you Steve for showing this family disc golf. Pat is an amazing father, the kind every man should strive to be. Watching Eagles disc golf career over the years has been some of my favorite entertainment of all time. I love the disc golf community!

[@AdvanceDaily]

I'd have paid to watch a documentary like this. What a fantastic piece of art this video is. Sends such a valuable message to our world.

[@samchester1286]

The professionalism of this is truly amazing from Jomez. Beautifully put together story that will inspire many for years to come

[@joeburns9688]

Alright, whoever is cutting onions needs to stop!! Reminds me of how I just started teaching my daughter to play. I hope one day, to be as legendary as Pat in my daughters eyes. Such a pure sport, and an amazing way to form a bond that will never break. ❤❤❤

[@Dotson6996]

This video hit me more today then it ever would had. Right after I watched this at 6:30am this morning, I found out that my aunt who was like a mom to me, passed away. Out of all my friends and family, she supported my disc golf dream the most. My world just got a little less bright. When you guys go play this weekend, please make a steller putt, drive, or approach for the missing loved ones.

[@AAceRon]

Such a special piece Jomez. As a father who struggles with mental illness, this piece provides great motivation, inspiration, and hope. Thank you Pat and Eagle. Truly grateful.

[@thedurtylemur2282]

I was a skateboarder for 12 years. I'm reaching my 30's now, I know still young but my joints are beginning to get sore and achy..i dont skate anymore besides cruising the skatepark once every year or so. I got into disc golf these past few months and it's really ignited a spark into me like skating did, I'm pretty obsessed with it right now. My son is 3 and is intrigued with skating and now I'm wondering if he'd be in love with disc golf. Maybe I'll introduce it to him in a couple years. Being a dad is one of the best feelings you can have. Shout out to all the great dad's!

[@RikkiSuave2]

Happy Father's Day to Pat, you raised a fine son & a person my kids can look up to. This story was amazing to hear & to see the bond you guys have with disc golf only inspires me. Great job on this documentary & great job Jomez for doing something outside of the norm of your production company. 👏 Congratulations Eagle & Pat & thank you Jomez can't wait to see what you guys do next! 😎

[@XRP-MOON]

Probably the best disc golf video ever made

[@jackjac]

This documentary is far beyond many bigger productions, I'm impressed!

[@match6389]

Wow, absolutely amazing! Also, I’ve spent a lot of time in Boulder and on Eagle’s trail never knowing the significance of it!!! 🤯

[@tylercarandtruckcenter]

This was really cool, kinda gives me insight into why I've always thought Eagle was kinda quiet and has his own thing going on. His dad is super laid back and cool as heck.

[@PickleRagess]

If you aren’t subscribed to Eagles Vlogs everyone please go do so! Follow the journey and see how far this guy has come! From a boy to a man, he’s grown so much and still has a lot to show everyone!

[@Keegester]

This is one of the best documentaries not in just Disc Golf but sports period. You guys never disappoint!

[@michieldame701]

Also known as "When Eagle broke the internet" , Mad respect for Eagle and Pat.

[@schmitty101]

This was so freakin' sweet! Alright Eagle and Pat for being such a strong inspiration to ALL, especially through such a difficult time. Now I want to go to Boulder, CO with those beautiful mountains.

[@crusty3260]

Eagle I am so sorry about your mother. My heart goes out to you and your dad. She would be so proud of the person you have become. You are my favorite player and after watching this documentary my respect for you has increased tenfold. Thank you for everything you do for the sport!

[@23rdspaul87]

Even more respect for eagle now!!! What an inspiration, sorry for you loss too...

[@xxthemrwolfxx2535]

One of the best documentaries I’ve ever seen it so inspiring to want to walk the same footsteps of eagle.

[@malachihgrayatgmail]

I’ve been waiting so long for this to come out!!!

[@carycosgrove8898]

I am new to disc golf, and also a new dad. I just loved this! I cannot wait to teach my son how to play this wonderful game. Thank you JomezPro, you guys make such wonderful content.

[@salashar]

Im the only one with teers in my eyes? Wow Eagle. Your such an amazing guy. And your dad, what a rolemodel for all dads.

[@MegaHyZer]

Bravo! Well done! I cant imagine why anyone would give this a thumbs down??

[@lmoneydizzle]

I was thinking that, what kind of monsters gives this a thumbs down.

[@Jhager65]

Great to watch around father's day. Great vid!

[@bmurphy6418]

I just got into disc golf February 2023 and instantly fell in love. Eagle has become one of my favorite pro tour players and this just validated why I love him so much. I want more of these!

[@Drew_Boooo]

Such a good job on this documentary Jomez.

[@ucsdsnsd4]

Great documentary, very well done! I will say though, I would have watched 1-1.5 more hours of this. I know it's probably so much work just to produce 25 mins, but I think they could have added maybe 20-30 mins talking about his career so far or the beginning of his pro career (with footage). Add some time maybe showing more of the home videos. Interview some more people in his town or even like a short interview cameo of Simon answering questions on how they met. Interview a friend of his answering questions about disc golf. Still a great video though! Those 25 mins went fast bc it was so well done.

[@baldjustice393]

Wow.....just, wow! I know that was NOT easy to make for anyone involved with the documentary either behind the camera or in front of it! We thank you Eagle, Jomez and the man behind the growth of one of our greatest in the game.....Pat! Thank you for sharing you're history it could not have been as smooth to film as it looks on screen, thank you for all the passion and hard work! Much love from South East Michigan!

[@wisdumb47]

Way to go Jomez. Not only do you produce the best Professional Disc Golf content, but this is on another level. This is a fantastic story about one of the greatest players of our generation and it was told in a way that respects the subjects and elevates their humanity. Thank you for producing such beautiful art alongside your top-tier coverage of this underserved sport that we all love.

[@matthewbenjamin4568]

Well done Jomez, another great example of your amazing production skills! I've been following Eagle for about 5 or 6 years now and I never knew his backstory. Thank you Eagle and Pat for sharing with us your story....I'm not crying....much

[@Rizzofit]

I’m not crying, you’re crying! Loved this.

[@Griphen84]

I'm crying. Such a beautiful documentary. Thank you Eagle, Pat and the Jomez Crew. Disc Golf saved my life also. Sorry about your loss, your mother. My heart goes out to you. I had a friend that I got to know trough disc golf that decided to move on. Disc Golf reminds me of him. Eagle you are my favourite disc golfer. Rooting for you in Worlds next week. Thank you!!!

[@christhomas1469]

I can't lie, watching eagle grow up on you tube and become the Pro that he is, I always assumed he was kind of spoiled, homeschooled so he could practice when others where at school. Thank you for this behind the scenes glimpse. I have a WHOLE knew respect for eagle above and beyond just his playing ability. Well done Eagle, way to be a champion in life!

[@rongarrison4715]

It was an absolute joy learning about Eagles life. Beautifully done jomez.

[@josejones]

Eagle’s dad looks like Flea with a ponytail.

[@marabelshouse6098]

A wonderful Father’s Day gift from Jomez, Guice and the McMahon gentlemen. Thank you and all the best in your disc golf and personal journeys moving forward!

[@bhcleadp2577]

Man what an amazing family! Gotta give your kids stuff to be passionate about! Brought tears to my eyes

[@violentmanners]

Makes me want to take my kids disc golf even more! Bravo!

[@Kathexiis]

So heartwarming, I needed this. Thank you for everything Jomez, Eagle, and all the people who allowed for this to happen. What an amazing story.

[@elderllama]

Well, if you weren't a fan of Eagle... you definitely are now! Great story and its only the beginning

[@leespritz]

Eagle, pat, David and all at Jomez and associated with this documentary. Thank you! It's brilliant and a great insight to such a talented young man's life and his incredible father.

[@AdultZechez]

It's amazing to get to see beyond the disc golfer into the heart of the person. Amazing work on this

[@yekim8375]

Damn my man was homeschooled and still picked up social skills in disc golf, that's tight. Big eagle fan

[@davidnicholson6680]

This is terrific. As a father of two in their late teens/early 20s, Pat's words have special resonance for me. "I'm lost for words for who he's becoming as a person... It turns around and your kids start to teach you. Your kids are amazing". So simple and direct. You speak for me too, Pat.

[@D-ragon-S]

Why am I CRYING !?!

[@timcoleman5679]

Just watched “An Eagles Trail”. All I can say is WOW! Such an inspirational and heart warming story. Definitely a tear jerker! Great job JomezPro, y’all really knocked it out of the park!!

[@neilwaldock6272]

I love Eagle's Norwegian mittens.

[@apachescoutrecovery5871]

What kind of person would give this a thumbs Down? I will tell you what kind! The kind that has never accomplished anything in their life ,because they are to lazy or to weak to fight for it! I started disc golf about a month ago and I love it! I never even heard of it until my oldest son opened up a disc golf store,and then I think back on how I remember seeing him trying to throw a Frisbee in a basket,not knowing this was his dream,and now a hobby of mine! This was an awesome video! I hope Eagle goes farther than what he is now! The sky is the limit! Thank you Eagle McMahon for great games and great tournaments! Shoot for the stars and God Bless you

[@PassengerInMortality]

Eagle and Dad---RESPECT! Our sport has such great people as role model human beings. To watch both father and son speak of their love and respect for one another was inspiring and tugged on those heart strings.

[@appidydafoo]

Oh my goodness, this is wholesome beyond belief 😭 Thank you for sharing your stories and thanks to Jomez for this wonderful production ✌ 🦅

[@BenSilber]

12:00 never thought I'd see the rutgers disc golf course in a doc. about one of the best pros currently playing haha

[@michaelwarner3778]

"I'm not crying, you're crying" 😢😢😢. Wow where do I start? Thank you Jomez, what an incredible inside look at one of my favorite discers. Great job. Eagle, you're who you are and I love you but can we please praise Pat. I know that's not why he did this but man I can't imagine what it was like for him being a single dad at such an early age. You're an incredible human being and it shows with the job you did raising such an incredible human. God bless you both. Thank you, thank you, thank you. 🤗🤗🤗

[@davemcgregor382]

This is the father that every boy and girl dreams to have. You're a lucky son and a lucky father. Never break or lose that bond. So much love between the two of you

[@weko1413]

Tears, hope, strength and new motivation are some of the words that this video made to me.

[@creditmark]

Can’t fully watch until tonight but clicked to drop a like and comment!

[@MaTtUR50]

Haha same here

[@Matthew-yb3ji]

Lol

[@danielmihaylo1608]

The content of this video is touching and genuine. I applaud Jomez for the production quality, hopefully we'll see more biographical content of disc golfers.

[@getlostinit3D]

JomezPro that was an Ace. Well done. Elevating the sport and the athletes that make it up. Long live disc golf.

[@ajbrown5247]

Got my tissues ready