Disc Golf Doubles Returns, and Yes — You Can Play Too
Local Weeknight Doubles Invites Casual Disc Golfers To Join Organized Play
Doubles season is back — teams of two hit the course for the 2026 disc golf doubles league.
Local disc golf doubles is returning for the season, giving players four straight weeknights of organized play across northern Delaware and nearby Pennsylvania. For regulars, it marks the return of a favorite after-work ritual. For newer players, it may be the easiest way to step into organized disc golf.
| Night | Date | Course |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday | March 18 | White Clay Creek State Park |
| Thursday | March 19 | Broken Chains, New London |
| Monday | March 30 | Brandywine |
| Tuesday | April 7 | Bellevue |
If you’ve never played doubles, here it is in a nutshell: Teams of two compete over a full round, starting at different holes. Groups of four players — two teams — are called Cards. Both partners throw, pick the best lie, and throw again from that spot. All players return to hole one, where the night’s pot is awarded.
I Don’t Need a Partner for Doubles?
No partner needed — pairings are handled at the course. Random pairings are designed to balance skill levels, making doubles one of the easiest entry points into organized disc golf. For casual players who have wondered whether they are good enough to show up, the answer is usually yes. While you may not pair up with the friend you arrived with, you can request to play on the same card.
New Players Draw Top Partners
That is especially true for C players, who are often the least likely to believe they belong. But local doubles is structured to change that. C players are paired with A players, while B players are matched with B players. If no C players are available, organizers balance the field by pairing A and B players. The result is a format where newer players are not just learning from stronger golfers, but are often carried into contention for the evening’s payout. The money is not the main draw, but it adds a fun extra layer to the night.
Doubles Isn’t Something You Commit To
Players can show up when their schedules allow — whether that means once a week, once a month, or only at the course they prefer most. That flexibility is part of what makes doubles so approachable for newcomers.
Eric Baker, who began playing in 2008 and took over running White Clay Doubles around 2016, said that welcoming feel has long been part of the Wednesday night culture. “White Clay Doubles is, I think, the most beginner-friendly, as every hole on the course is a par 3 and we don’t get overly serious about it,” Baker said. “We have folks that bring their kids to old gray-hairs like myself and beyond. No experience is necessary, and dubs is a great place to learn from some of the best players in the state.”
Map of the Delaware weeknight disc golf doubles schedule featuring Brandywine, Bellevue, White Clay Creek State Park, and Broken Chains in New London, Pennsylvania.
What You Need to Play
For players thinking about giving doubles a try, the list is shorter than they might expect. Entry usually runs between $5 and $8, depending on the course and optional extras, and players can get by with as few as two discs — typically a driver and a putter.
Each Night Has Its Own Personality
White Clay: White Clay may be the most beginner-friendly of the local doubles stops, with a relaxed feel that makes it easy for newer players to ease into the format.
Bellevue: Bellevue stands out for its energy and community feel, drawing large groups and giving players an easy way to meet others and become regulars over time.
Brandywine: Brandywine offers a different test, with long holes and steep hills that make it the most demanding stop in the weekly rotation. Organizer Bryan Calvetti said the tone stays welcoming. “Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, the doubles event night is one of the most challenging in the state. Beginners and pros are partnered together to work towards the goal of lowest amount of strokes. There are no egos on the course, just a little friendly competition.”
Broken Chains: Broken Chains may be the most polished and technically demanding stop in the local doubles lineup. Organizer P.J. Barth said the course has earned its reputation as one of the state’s top-rated places to play. “Broken Chains has been one of the top courses in Pennsylvania for the past few years, and I’m grateful to be able to run an inclusive weekly doubles league there every Thursday,” Barth said. “You won’t find a more consistent disc golf experience throughout the year than coming to play Broken Chains.”
Where to Follow Weekly Updates
For players looking to keep up with changing weekly details, the Delaware Disc Golf Facebook group serves as the main hub for the local scene. DDG is run by Tuesday night’s Bellevue organizer Mike Rowe, who regularly posts rainouts, schedule changes, and week-to-week format notes — including alternate layouts using long, short, or mixed tees. Wednesday Night’s White Clay Doubles and Thursday Night’s Broken Chains Doubles have their own Facebook groups as well, though organizers there also post to Delaware Disc Golf to reach the wider community.
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Four Nights, Four Different Ways to Join In
With White Clay, Bellevue, Brandywine, and Broken Chains each offering a different feel, local players have more than one kind of doubles night in 2026 to choose from. Some may prefer the social ease of White Clay or Bellevue; others may be drawn to the challenge of Brandywine or the polished, technical experience at Broken Chains. For players who have been curious about trying organized disc golf, that variety may be the best reason to show up.
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