CASC Disc Golf Coach Adam Nichols (CASC Photo)
POTEAU, Okla. – Carl Albert State College is expanding opportunities for student involvement and athletics with the addition of a competitive disc golf program, further enhancing the student experience and responding to the rapid growth of one of the nation’s fastest-growing sports.
Leading the program will be Coach Adam Nichols, a longtime advocate for the sport and an active leader within Oklahoma’s disc golf community. Nichols serves as a professional disc golfer, is a member of the Professional Disc Golf Association (PDGA), president of the LeFlore County Disc Golf Association, and a board member of the Oklahoma City Disc Golf Association.
Vice President for Student Life Kelly Vongnarath said the new program reflects the College’s continued commitment to creating meaningful opportunities for students. “The addition of disc golf is another way we’re investing in the student experience by creating opportunities for students to get involved, stay active, and build connections on campus,” Vongnarath said.
Disc golf has experienced tremendous growth nationwide over the past several years, with increasing participation among young adults and the expansion of collegiate competition across the country. Carl Albert is also home to a world-class disc golf course, making the addition of a competitive program a natural next step. By adding the sport, CASC is providing students another avenue to compete while pursuing an affordable, high-quality education. Assistant Athletic Director Chelsie Barnes said the timing is ideal for launching the program. “As disc golf continues to grow in popularity, we’re excited to establish a competitive collegiate program at Carl Albert State College,” Barnes said. “We look forward to developing student-athletes who will represent our institution both on and off the course.”
Nichols brings not only competitive experience but also a passion for mentoring others. A husband, father, and outdoor enthusiast, he has dedicated himself to growing the sport throughout eastern Oklahoma while encouraging athletes to pursue excellence both personally and professionally. His philosophy centers on intentional living, servant leadership, and his personal motto, “Just be about it!”
Athletic Director Paul Pulley said Nichols’ passion made him the right choice to build the program. “We are excited to bring disc golf to our campus at CASC,” Pulley said. “Coach Nichols has shown passion for the sport and also for the development of our students as individuals. It is exciting to have someone with his experience in the sport leading our program.”
The addition of disc golf continues CASC’s mission of providing affordable, accessible, and exceptional education while creating opportunities for students to thrive inside and outside the classroom. Students participating in the program will have the opportunity to compete collegiately, develop leadership skills, and become part of a growing athletic community.
More information about the Carl Albert State College Disc Golf program, including recruiting information, will be announced in the coming months.
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