ERIC MCCABE

BIGGEST WIN: 2010 Worlds

MAX DRIVING DISTANCE: ESP Nuke

BIGGEST STRENGTH: Putting

WHO ARE YOUR OTHER SPONSORS?
• Discraft
• Cool Daddy Slick Breeze

AVERAGE NUMBER OF ROUNDS PER WEEK: 6+ rounds

IF YOU HAD TO PLAY WITH ONE DISC, WHAT WOULD IT BE?
Z Buzzz

IF YOU HAD TO PLAY WITH THREE DISCS, WHAT WOULD THEY BE?
Z Force, Z Buzzz, and D Challenger

IN THE BAG:

ESP NUKE	The NUKE is super fast and freakishly long! I use the NUKE for big shots either down wind, or fairly open longer holes. The wide rim makes for easy grip and release. I guarantee if you pick up a NUKE you will add at least 20 feet distance to your drive.
Z Force	Longest flying headwind disc in my bag. The Force is the most consistent long range driver out there. Great disc for all wind conditions.
Z Predator	I throw the Predator in ALL conditions. The best headwind disc on the market, hands down! Never met a Pred I didn't like.
Z XL	The XL is a slower flying disc, great for tight wooded courses or long turnover shots. It is by far my straightest flying disc. I use the XL for Hyzer Flip-up shots, or tight holes with a late turn to the right.
Z Flick	I use the Flick for sidearm shots. Great overstable disc that you can throw flat and know it's not going to flip.
ESP Avenger SS	The Avenger SS is the best roller you'll find. If you have any trouble rolling, pick up an Avenger SS. This disc is also great for looong turnovers, and an easy-to-control driver for newer players.
Z Buzzz	There is NOT a better midrange disc on the market! This disc flies on what ever angle you put it on. I break out the Z version on those windy Kansas days.
EMAC Z Buzzz SS	Great disc! It's a super straight version of the Buzzz. Perfect for holding a straight line through the woods, or nice big turnovers. If you're a Buzzz fan, you'll want to carry a Buzzz SS... it's like having a seasoned Buzzz ready to go.
D Challenger	The BEST putter on the market! My putter is a stock stamp, and I carry a SuperColor Challenger for upshots within 200 feet. It is a great and very predictable overstable putter. I'm throwing the Dynamic Discs SuperColor Challenger.
Z Banger GT	I use the Banger for most of my upshots, from 200 feet and in. The Groove Top (GT) makes this overstable putter easy to grip and throw.

HOW DO YOU PREPARE FOR A TOURNAMENT?
Lots of practice rounds! I try and get to town at least 2 days before the tournament, depending on how many courses we're playing and of course how big the tournament is. I really want to get a couple rounds on the course before the event to make sure I'm comfortable with every hole. If that means heading out and playing certain holes over and over until I'm comfortable, so be it.

WHAT ARE SOME OF YOUR FAVORITE TOURNAMENTS?
1. Glass Blown Open
2. The Vibram Open
3. Beaver State Fling

WHAT ARE YOUR TOP 3 FAVORITE COURSES?
1. Flyboy - Atlanta, GA
2. Maple Hill - Leicester, MA
3. Milo McIver - Portland, OR

PET PEEVES: People who complain about course design and blame missing putts or errant drives on distractions.

PERSONAL DISC GOLF GOALS: I have tons of goals, but my biggest goal would to be inducted into the Disc Golf Hall of Fame someday.

ROLE MODELS/INFLUENCES:
• "Crazy" John Brooks
• LaRon "The Who Man" Harris
• "Downtown" Randy Brown
• Bruce "Deuce" Hudson
• My Big Brother Mike McCabe

ADVICE:
PLAY!
    Probably one of the best ways to improve your game is to play your local leagues or minis. It's usually inexpensive, and as competitive as most local tournaments. Another good idea -- if possible -- is to play with golfers that are better than you. This will help you pick up tips and see different shots you might not have known about.

Better Ways to Practice
    The best way to practice is grab your favorite stack of discs, go out to an open field, and work on all kinds of different shots. If possible, take a video camera with you. It will be a lot easier to fix what's wrong when you see what's wrong. Another thing is, don't be afraid to ask questions. Find your local Pro, he or she should be able to answer any questions you might have.

Putting is Easy...If You Practice
    What it really comes down to is practice, and repetition. Find yourself a basket, and a few Challengers, or Magnets. Stand about 15 feet from the basket, putt until you feel comfortable from that range. Then move back a few steps. Continue this process at least three times a week. About an hour of putting practice will become routine in no time. One of the biggest things to remember while putting is to follow through, and remain balanced at all times.. Do this and you will see your putt improve.

Tips for better play in rain or snow
    The key is keeping everything dry and using a umbrella is a must. What I like to do if it's raining during a round is keep at least 4 golf towels on me, one clipped underneath my umbrella, one strictly for my putters, one for mud, and the other one in a plastic bag in the side pocket of my golf bag. Another little secret of mine is using climbers chalk. It's cheap and works wonders on your wet plastic. Simply use either a Birdie Bag, or Rosin Bag, mix a little chalk in a plastic bag and you'll have extra grip in the wetness while everyone else will be dealing with discs slipping out of their hands.