Mike and disc golf go back a long way. Earlier he played quite a bit of guts and was very involved with the Sheboygan disc sports club, Bratwurst City Frisbee. More recently, he turned to disc golf and was more than just a course pro. He took an active part in maintaining the Sheboygan course, kept good report with city park officials, made discs available at low prices and ran unbelievable fun tournaments that gave everyone a chance to win a prize. But these things are not what I consider to be Mike’s greatest contribution to disc golf. Mike knew the true future of disc golf depends on our young players. He spent a lot of time teaching young players sportsmanship, honesty, and sometimes even a thing or two about the game. He recognized those interests in competing and took them along to many out of town tourneys. He also encourages those not interested in competing by creating a friendly disc golf environment in Sheboygan. He served as my loudest cheerleader in the final round of 2 World Championships and as a groomsman in my wedding. I’m sure everyone who knew Mike will miss him and I hope that all disc golfers will try to do as much for the sport as Mike did. Keep his spirit in your game!