Jeremy 'Big Jerm' Koling

December 13, 2021
1. North Carolina seems to be attracting a lot of the big name players these days, what makes the state you proudly call home so enticing for disc golfers? - "First and foremost, great courses and disc golf culture. North Carolina has a nice, moderate year round temperature. Not too cold in the winter makes for good year round play. I think the DGPT finals coming to Charlotte as well as the USDGC certainly adds major intrigue for top touring players to get a bit of extra practice. Charlotte is pretty awesome, the secret is out."

2. (not to bring up bad memories but) You've had to reacquaint yourself with the discs in your bag late this season. How was that process and did you end up with any new molds in the bag as a result? - "Having my bag and all of my main backups all stolen at once really hurt. It happened right before the USDGC and the pro tour finals. Those are two of the three biggest events of the year, both are in my backyard and I was REALLY looking forward to them. To say it didn't dampen my spirits going into the end of the season would an outright lie. Readjusting to new discs is part of the job though, so I'm trying to keep a positive mindset while searching for my new trusty go-tos. I recently found some unexpected goodies from the used rack from @anotherrounddg that might end up making the bag at some point.

3. What are your goals for the 2022 season? - "My goals have essentially remained the same going into each of the past several seasons. My job is no longer wrapped up entirely in competing so the goals I set for myself fall under two umbrellas. As a player - I want to win at least one more big tour event, not including the USDGC which I already plan on winning at least another 6 or 7 times. On my off weekends I want to consistently finish in the top 20 and when I'm playing well I want to finish at least on the top 10. As a commentator - to continue improving my broadcasting skills and bringing enjoyment to the disc golf community."

4. What's your least comfortable shot shape? - "Power backhand flex shots. Specifically the low anhyzer release with overstable drivers."

5. What's your Favorite breakfast food? - "Acai Berry boost with peanut butter added from tropical smoothie cafe."