HOW TO BECOME A PROFESSIONAL DISC GOLFER - MY JOURNEY

Here's a 13 minute throw back to how it all began, where I came from and how I got to where I'm at today. There's too many people to thank along the way, so I just want to say THANK YOU to everyone. The best thing about this is that I'm just getting started. So many more things to do and achieve!

[@aaronnoble923]

You may not know really what you do for disc golf, but I can tell you that so many of us love to watch you play. You have inspired so many of us to be better at the sport we love and it's videos like this that really show who you are. In my words, genuine. I messaged you once asking for a driving clinic video and you did even more than that. You broke down my drive and told me what to do. I fully expected no response but I was completely wrong. With your direction, I have improved my game greatly and I will be forever thankful for your time. I wish that one day I could inspire people the way you have. To be better, to bring happiness to others, and to help others who need it. Thank you for all you do for the sport we love and keep on pushing forward in your dreams. You have many of us rooting you on!

[@kingdavey90]

Truth!

[@MegaLaban12345]

This!

[@JoJavProductions]

Simon owning this KZbin thing.

[@mursenary4]

kids destroying it

[@Visible7777]

It's time to repost this Simon, it is such a good watch. Long time disc golfers and newcomers will enjoy. Also you have so much you can add; marriage, fatherhood, and another meteoric rise, post injury, to people's champion. Thank you PS- people's champion for a long time, maybe was unsaid before.

[@chadwelter2984]

I'll never forget watching your 3 eagles on the front nine of the 2017 GBO. I kept score for your card, the Tournament director thought I messed up your scores after the front 9 lol

[@janimattie]

After watching this video, I actually was thinking about just that round and whether it was 2 or 3 eagles! :)

[@natedsamuelson]

Where tf is this video? I've looked everywhere and there is no evidence of a single eagle. Not even on the main card after round 1.

[@acerun25]

@@natedsamuelson Easy enough to find.. kzbin.info/www/bejne/bZanXn2Lrs6FoKs

[@mrkh1973]

@@natedsamuelson kzbin.info/www/bejne/bZanXn2Lrs6FoKs

[@jameshabiger]

Brought me to tears. ,but i'm an old guy. We get emotional easy. Lol... Very inspiring. Thank you Simon! I'll be 45 this yr... and am still waiting for my first Adv. Masters win. Took 2nd a couple times last yr., but always seem to "give it away" in the final few holes. I'm really hoping for a win this season. Wish me luck. :)

[@MariusBFjeld]

Good luck!

[@caribou2636]

You'll get it!

[@dabig77]

Only as old as you feel! Started slinging at 43 last year.

[@Javaman92]

Me too but I'm really an old guy. Kids anyhow. 😉 I'll be 64 this year.

[@juanbernardez1295]

Keep it up James! The win will come!

[@tadmckowski3348]

LOVE it!!! Thanks for letting us in, Simon!

[@christophermccabe6115]

Doesn't matter how many times I watch this, I still feel lucky just to see this guy throw frisbees

[@rostuchicken]

I'm a 41 year old kid and you made me smile. Great story. Good luck making more memories in 2019.

[@evanjohnrobasci7356]

It's very important that people like Simon have the awesome attitude they do. Though disc golf is still a relatively small sport, having a good role model for kids that models respect, positivity and hard work is essential to creating a good sport culture that's accepting and supportive of new players. My favorite part of the whole video is when Simon says he got good at the sport because he had so much FUN when he played well. Fun is fun of course, but if people can have fun when they do their job or anything in life, success is much more likely! Thanks for being a role model Simon.

[@evanjohnrobasci7356]

Now let's get more young GIRLS on disc golf courses! Inclusion!!!

[@robkitchen5344]

I think this is your best video to date

[@danielperry5123]

4:30 didn't realize MJ used to use a forehand roller putt, interesting

[@jakerasmussen7835]

Lol I think he was trying to bounce it into the basket...... xD

[@mikeaucoin9443]

Nice catch!

[@lukahonkonen]

haha I knew it that I'm not the only one who saw it

[@caseysmith544]

@@jakerasmussen7835 That is what I think as well. He was just goofing off.

[@jakerasmussen7835]

@@caseysmith544It feels good to know that Im not the only one who has tried that xD

[@roncrichton13]

You have quickly become my favorite player. Not because of your world class game but your down to earth personality. No prima donna attitude but a sincere love for the game and the fans. As an elder in life I can recognize those who are genuine in their talk and walk. Doesn't hurt that we are deutsch homeys. Viel Glück im Jahr 2019.

[@EjankLive]

Very smart and humble Simon. You're one of my favorite players to watch. Always having fun and never getting upset like a lot of other pros. Keep up the good work on KZbin brother

[@TestTubeBuddies]

I hate that i only found disc golf at the age of 35 :( , zero to slim chance of ever reaching the same greatness you are obtaining Simon!

[@lukeparker4331]

That was beautifully written, thanks for sharing that Simon.

[@berniehiggins3537]

Simon, I am 52 years old, have been playing for about 6 years now. You are far and above the coolest pro out there, in my opinion. Keep it up man! You keep me motivated when I don't have much motivation. I suffered a back injury in 2017 which forced me to retire from my job. The injury limits my mobility and I have spent a lot of time sitting around at home. I have put on too much weight, which exacerbates my condition. I get out every now and then to play. Since i have started watching your channel, I find myself more motivated to play. I will get out there more, thanks to you. Have a great 2020 and Thank You.

[@petrifiedmonk]

All smiles watching this, knowing one day Dad Lizotte's son will watch this and realize what a cool amazing father he got!

[@Chris.Davies]

Always follow your heart, and never follow the money. That will make sure you always have plenty of money, and are always happy. Thanks for such a lovely story, Simon, aka German Frisbee Boy!

[@joeveliz7814]

As an American we love you brah. Lets go!!!!

[@mcdom5868]

Wow Simon you truly are the best. Not only do you make kids smile but awestruck adults like me to. No one makes disc golf more fun than Simon thank you for being an amazing face for a great game. I can not say thanks enough.

[@dannybsmusic2539]

Simon I’m not exactly a kid, I’m 18, but I just started disc golfing less than a month ago and you have been one of my biggest inspirations! Thank you so much!!!

[@ferret19731]

5:10 is what I love about disc golf! Having a competitor happy that someone made it, is what it's all about.

[@dayo2279]

Great video Simon thank you! What a journey! Very inspirational. I've been playing DG since July 18 and have gotten enthralled by it. I've played in 5 tournaments already and I'm learning so much. It really is an amazing community and a beautiful game and I want to thank you for being an inspiration to me as well as disc golfers all over the world. Let's grow this sport and have immense fun throwing plastic :D I look forward to following your 2019 season. Here is to another awesome year of golf 🤙🏻

[@Berean-rf6me]

Inspirational, Simon! Thanks for sharing your story -and for everything else you bring to the sport!

[@tommyanderson5841]

Thank you so much for sharing this! I love getting to know you better. You are definitely one of the people I look up to in this sport. Keep doing you. You certainly have made feel feel the way Climo made you feel.

[@kylegreer6156]

What a story Simon, I'm glad you made it through all the tuff times and never gave up. You are definitely one of the best out out and most definitely the most fun to watch. Good luck in 2019!

[@mawage666]

You also inspire 40+ year olds who have been playing for 20+ years and still need tips to get better. My best tip to younger or newer players is, if you want get better, play more than once or twice a week. Play EVERY day! Shout out from Minnesota. Keep up the great work and the excellent videos!

[@timeandspacevintage3380]

Crazy to think how far you've come from when this video was uploaded. You are my favorite disc golfer because not only are you talented you just seem like such a good human and embody disc golf in such a warm way. Stoked to see the 10 year update to this video down the road!

[@rsingleton704]

Simon, you truly are 1 of a kind. Good for you on making it this far. Hoping you have an AWESOME year this year.

[@jasonlefebvre2419]

Great story Simon, thanks for sharing that. Really great!

[@grimmsop4209]

You're awesome Simon, amazing to watch, and a true inspiration. Can't wait to see what you do in 2019.

[@MrNtnDo]

I am to old to be a kid except for maybe at heart but just started playing disc golf a year ago and I look up to ya Simon great work good luck this year

[@iowastyle86]

Simon, I've been watching you play for many years now. You are one of my favorite players to watch! It's been a joy watching you do incredible things on and off of the course! Keep doing your thing!

[@chadjacksonDG]

Simon I'm proud to say I'm glad I watch what you do almost everyday on KZbin, along with other pros that I look up to. Ive been playing disc golf for three months straight to become a better player so I can go pro next year. I only hope that I can be as good as you one day. But like you said, its not just about getting good, I absolutely love disc golf. Again congrats bro! Keep it up.

[@tylernewman74]

Thank you Simon! Keep up the great work! You are such an inspiration!

[@MrJSpicoli]

Thanks Simon! Well done, and the best is yet to come.

[@Ed_Root]

Great story Simon. Best wishes for 2019 and beyond.

[@danielcook4918]

Actually teared up. Thank you Simon, your love of the sport is so genuine and contagious. I hope you see how amazing your impact has been on the sport, you truly are an inspiration.

[@Wolfedtw]

I didn't plan on watching this whole thing... but ended up staying and enjoying every bit! Thanks for sharing!

[@nicholasmcphee5789]

Amazing story! THE best disc golf video I've ever had the pleasure of watching. Thank you for being you Simon! Keep up the dream!

[@TJ.Lewisdale]

Good luck and thank you for that trip down your memory lane! Awesome content this winter! Big fanboy of Simon Lizotte! Keep getting on lead cards and entertaining like you do!

[@bryanvanfleet3150]

this is so cool bud. we all have been following you and love what you have done with everything. from trick shots to amazing "oh look what is simon going to do here" you are an amazing player hope to see you on the tour one day. It gives us inspiration to keep following the dream. Keep doing what you do.

[@henrikrysjo362]

Thank you for this Simon. Keep smiling and do what you do and I guarantee you it'll keep bringing smiles to us as well. Greatings from Sweden.

[@priscillamidence3082]

Love this! Way to go Simon. I love that your genuinely nice. The biggest impact you could have on someone is to show interest when they come up to you because they are fans.

[@StonedGamer-py8lz]

You’ve always been my favorite player ever since I started getting into disk golf and watching video coverage of it. Definitely a big inspiration to get out and just play because you love it. Not for money or just to win. I could tell that just by the way you play.

[@imparatinor]

Love the story and the way it was told. Actually made me shed a tear from how moving and inspiring. Thank you for what you've done for disc golf!

[@rockschouman2364]

Simon, you have my total respect. Huge love for your journey.

[@Alex-vb8kq]

You're my favorite disc golf pro Simon! So humble yet such an amazing player. You deserve all your success!

[@chrishaeger4286]

Keep being you Simon!! You are one that makes this sport what it is. I love watching you throw the shots that nobody else has thought of and that makes you fun to watch. Keep your head in the game and never be satisfied with making the final card this year just to be on Jomez. Keep crushing and make everyone be in awww. Much love.

[@shaned.6741]

The Climo story is awesome. I met Kenny a couple weeks ago on his home course. Helped him install some gold tee boxes, trim some trees and pull weeds. Went back a week later to help some more and he saw me and remembered my name. Ment alot because I'm sure he meets new people every day and I know how hard it is for me to remember someone's name I just met 5 minutes later.

[@sethjones3941]

May be an old video but this was a gem to find scrolling thru. You're kicking butt in Oregon right now. Dad Simon is on another level. Good luck!

[@scottkuppers]

we love you man! you are truly an inspiration to us all!

[@atqz2935]

This is so inspiring. I'm a 17-year-old boy trying my hardest to do the same as you did. Thank you for all of this amazing content and all the people you inspire to play disc golf! Much love.

[@danielspears9519]

You have been and will remain my favorite player. I've watched all of your footage and try really hard to match your style of play. Keep it up brother, your living the dream.

[@mikemanning7543]

Awesome story Simon! Thank you for sharing your interesting story on how you got where you are today, one of the best professional disc golfers!

[@bobbyswain7049]

Im rooting for ya Simon....cheers

[@aaronswearingen3708]

Can't believe I'm just now seeing this, but this definitely my favorite video to date. Seeing someone grow into their passion/career is always a beautiful thing, sir. You are the first person I ever watched on YT when I started seeking to get better and learn more about this awesome sport. Thank you so much for sharing and for just being an awesome human being. 🤜🏼🤛🏼♥️😎

[@celtics3131]

I couldn't be more happy for you Simon. Keep blessing us with your phenomenal personality and I will continue to root for you every chance i get. God bless

[@Cason40]

Simon you are amazing and I appreciate you telling your story. I loved it. Listening to you talk about how you felt about the game and throwing frisbees at a young age gave me goosebumps. We know you love the game, it shows every time you play. This is why WE love you Simon. Thank you so much for sharing this. I will be watching it again.

[@baileyisachamp1]

Simon you’re the man. I love watching you play because you’re always smiling no matter what happens! Keep it up. You’re inspiring.

[@kruksog]

I'm sold on Simon. Like, I wish I could be the dude's friend. Also, his video on backhand form has tremendously helped my drive. Keep the youtube stuff coming. Love it!

[@lorenbarnhurst]

I'm sure others have said this in the comments, but man, your story gave me all the feels. Thanks for sharing this history of your disc golf life.

[@bucdaworld4ever939]

Hands down! My favorite Disc golfer! U da ish Simon!! Do it big this year! #DiscNinjas4life

[@robinhooddk]

You are such an inspiration, not only to disc golf, but to all who wants to share their passion for a sport. Keep up the good work, and now let's go play some disc golf.

[@lukebarnett2810]

Hey man. You are a big reason I am playing the game and definitely your driving skills is what i am trying to accomplish. You are an awesome disc golfer and you always have a smile whenever you are playing. Thanks for all the great videos man.

[@acoulter420]

Great job man. You are an inspiration for so many of us discgolfers. Thank you for all you do for our sport.

[@davidlarsen4198]

Thank you for sharing! You are great and my favorite player to watch

[@matiasraiko7993]

One of the best disc golf videos there is! Good luck for 2019! 😎👍

[@brandonphillips754]

Yea just saw your story video and loved it. I’m an old dude in Texas who just started playing disc golf. I watch your videos every chance I get and have learned a bunch real fast . I thank you and the rest of the DG video community. Love your passion and just straight up

[@tonyatemple4657]

You are such an inspiration!!!!!!!! The way you play for fun, it just resonates so much. Some days I get so mad at the game, injuries or just not being good enough, but you are such an inspiration Simon!!!!! This truly was an amazing little essay you gave and gives me so much more love for the game, and shows me again why you're my favourite player. Sending love from Canada

[@ericbeich]

You tell your story very well , thank you for sharing it with us and rock on!!!

[@veterandiscgolf3808]

You are a class act. I'll be rooting for you this season.

[@remcobroere7897]

Wow 😲 I just sat back and enjoyed every minute of it. What a story! So good to see that when you set your mind to it anything is possible. Keep going man! You are an inspiration 🙏🏻

[@Kmjjones819]

Awesome insight, My 10 year old son and I just picked up the sport a few months ago and are addicted. Played my first tournament this past weekend.. We enjoy watching your journey and keep being the positive role model for the next generation.

[@tokyobento]

That was an amazing story. Thanks for sharing, Simon.

[@danielmoerk]

Wow, Just wow! Awesome that you are sharing this with everyone! What a journey! I’m rooting for you...your love for the game really shines through!

[@zafotbeeb]

Don't ever lose the smile. Keep doing the WOW shots and the wins I believe are very close.

[@noahsandnas4824]

I LOVE YOU SIMON, i live in a very small town and have recently been playing competitively for the past 2 years. Trying to adopt your style and look up to you. You’d make my year if you liked this comment. Happy off season!

[@discgolfgage]

Inspiring stuff Simon! Before you started making these videos I was pretty sure you were my favorite player. These have confirmed it. So grateful that you are a leading part of the game I love. A couple of months ago I saw you at turner park in Grand Prairie, Texas. You were on your phone with someone so I didn’t want to be rude and interrupt but you were still kind as I walked by and whispered “I’m a big fan” Lol wish you all the best on the tour this year! Can’t wait to see you win!

[@juanbernardez1295]

Simon, I have been playing this game longer than you have been alive and I have never been more inspired to play than I am after having watched this video. I taught both of my sons to play and the DG community where I live is family. Thank you for making this video. I'm sure it will inspire a lot more people then just me! I already sent the link to both my sons. Good Luck in the future! Keep on Huckin'!!

[@txgorilla954]

What a journey! Good Vibes and Energy to start the 2019 season!

[@jumbo8673]

Amazing story Simon! Thanks for sharing.

[@richtrebbien]

Hello Simon, I love your videos and great play. I try to copy everything you do! Thanks

[@drewdukart7852]

Wow! Thanks for sharing Simon!

[@Daniel-from-Texas]

Thanks for sharing your story, Simon!

[@hakanostberg2058]

You are an inspiration for me and so many out there. Cant wait to see more of your game. Good luck this season.

[@glennriser4834]

Great job Simon! Hope to see you this year!

[@friendlyplayer92]

What a beautiful story. Got bit teary there. The thing i like about you is that youre genuine

[@Drifti86]

This video just got me. So inspirational! Great stuff Simon, one can really see that you have made an effort to make a great inspirational video with a story. Brought tears to my eyes, happy tears. :) Thanks for that! :)

[@caleb6537]

Dude, you rock. Thanks for being real and fighting hard.

[@scottyb7765]

You truly are the best!!! Cheers Simon!

[@jthowell90]

Pure class this guy. Keep doing you Simon. Watching you play is incredible, but hearing you talk about how much you love the sport is just as awesome. Thank you for what you do for our sport!

[@r.scottmacleod4564]

2022...YOU'RE SURE MAKING US ALL SMILE A LOT LATELY BUD! Congratulations on your 3rd big win this year and please keep it up because you're near the top now.

[@kevinbechteljr5612]

Awesome career story. You are doing great and I may be a lot older than you but you do influence me in disc golf. Keep it up 💪🏻

[@Planwitch]

You are my favorite! And I love to watch your channel. Keep it up!

[@geraldmitchell6271]

You ROCK! Simon. Always love it when I get an alert that there is a new Simon Lizotte video. Thanks for sharing dude. Amazing stuff!!

[@charliesawyer8327]

Well done, Simon. We are proud of you and your achievements.

[@discguy9182]

Simon u have been killing it. I'm always watching what your doing

[@RuthieKubica]

Thank you Simon for the video, you are an amazing person and we are all happy to have you in our disc golf family!! 🥏🥏🥏

[@masterb736]

I am very new to disc golf. We are fortunate to have people like you to lead the way in growing this wonderful sport! Cheers from Nova Scotia