From confirmed player departures and brand-issued statements to a potential game-changing sponsorship for the DGPT, the new year wasted no time delivering chaos. If you’re trying to keep up with everything happening across professional disc golf, this is This Week in Disc Golf — and there’s a lot to unpack.
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Aaron Gossage Confirms Discraft Departure
What was once early reporting is now official.
Aaron Gossage confirmed his departure from Discraft, joining previously reported exits involving Corey Ellis and Kevin Jones — all originally covered by The Disc Golf World well before confirmation.
And no, we didn’t forget. We’re just petty enough to remind you.
While speculation immediately turned toward Discraft’s next big signing, one thing became clear early: Cole Redalen is not that signing, as he appears set to continue representing DGA for now.
Innova’s 2026 Roster: Stability with Strategic Cuts
Innova announced its 2026 lineup, locking in most of its roster on one-year deals with few exceptions.
While stability defined the headline, the details told a more complicated story.
The Innova Star Team actually shrank compared to last season, with multiple players moved to the Champion Team — including Bradley Williams and both Jessica and Garrett Gurthie — signaling reduced compensation and tour-series support.
Despite promotions and youth development efforts, this shift raised questions about Innova’s long-term appeal to top touring talent, especially as only one Star Team player tours full-time.
Dynamic Discs Issues Statement After Mass Departures
Dynamic Discs experienced enough offseason turnover that the brand opted to address it directly.
With rumored pay cuts reportedly reaching 25%, several elite players chose to test the market — including Evan Smith, Raven Klein, and Ty Love.
Dynamic’s remaining elite roster is now extremely thin, prompting questions about the brand’s direction and the broader influence of House of Discs’ financial strategy across its portfolio.
Discraft’s Next Move: Another Blockbuster?
With multiple big names already re-signed and others off the board, attention remains locked on Discraft.
The brand already boasts an embarrassment of riches at the top, but speculation continues around whether another headline signing is coming.
Recent announcements included contract renewals and additions across the elite team, alongside the signing of Matt Schlabach — a move some see as laying groundwork for future plays.
Outside of a few confirmed departures, Discraft’s roster remains largely intact — making any additional signing a bold statement in a tightening market.
Other Offseason Player and Brand Moves
The offseason carousel kept spinning:
- Mason Ford re-signed with Meridian and Mint Discs
- Prodigy saw notable European departures
- Discmania announced multiple exits while confirming future tour returns
- Whispers emerged around Silas Schultz’s future, though nothing is confirmed
The free-agent pool continues to thin, but uncertainty still surrounds where several key players may land.
A Massive DGPT Sponsorship on the Horizon?
The most intriguing development came from an unexpected source.
Former DGN commentator Ian Anderson revealed during an interview that the Disc Golf Network may have landed a major outside sponsor.
If true, this would represent one of the most significant financial injections the pro tour has ever seen — and potentially a turning point for the sport’s visibility, stability, and growth.
While details remain unconfirmed, the timing couldn’t be more impactful as the community processes player cuts, budget tightening, and declining PDGA membership numbers.
Disc Golf’s Bigger Picture
The professional side of disc golf is clearly adjusting post-boom.
At the same time, grassroots participation, new courses, and casual play continue to grow. Both realities can exist — and they do.
The sport is healthier than ever in some ways, while flashing warning signs in others. Navigating that balance may define the next era of professional disc golf.
Final Thoughts
The new year wasted no time reminding us that the disc golf offseason matters.
Roster cuts, sponsorship rumors, and industry shifts are shaping the future of the sport — whether fans like it or not.
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