Antonio Ruggiero

Teach. Play. Disc Golf.

Sports EN ↓ 63 episodes

Become a Paid Subscriber: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teachplaydiscgolf/subscribe This podcast is dedicated to helping you improve at disc golf while enjoying some exciting commentary on recent disc golf news and trend. 🥏 I’ll talk about form, discs, strategy, and anything else that comes to mind—including some hot/not-so-hot takes 🙌🏼

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Antonio Ruggiero

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Sports

Latest episode

Jul 3, 2025

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Episodes

Ep. 53: How to Become a 900-Rated Disc Golfer 03.07.2025

Becoming a 900-rated disc golfer is more about strategy than raw power. When you know HOW to play, you can then push yourself to achieve bigger goals. Tip #1: Play Clean Rounds Tip #2: Stick with Your Bag Tip #3: Smart Shots Over Risky Shots Tip #4: Club Down When In Doubt Tip #5: Ignore What Other People Do On Your Card Tip #6: Throw 250ft+ on Backhand and Forehand  __________ GottaGoGottaThrow...

Ep. 52: What Do You Think About These Proposed Rules? 19.06.2025

In today’s episode, you’ll learn: about the new rules the PDGA is proposing for the 2026 season __________ GottaGoGottaThrow 🥏 gottagogottathrow.com/gladiator Code: gladiatordiscgolf Jester Disc Golf 🥏 jesterdiscgolf.com Code: gladiator Squatch Disc Golf: https://squatchdiscgolf.com/   Code: GLADIATOR  ChampCap from Putt Confidently ➡️ https://www.puttconfidently.com/GDGFS Join the GDG discord c...

Ep. 51: The PDGA Needs to Fix These Rules 16.05.2025

In today’s episode, you’ll learn: about foot faults and how to appropriately apply the rules why you need to try the Prodigy PA-5 __________ GottaGoGottaThrow 🥏 gottagogottathrow.com/gladiator Code: gladiatordiscgolf Jester Disc Golf 🥏 jesterdiscgolf.com Code: gladiator Squatch Disc Golf: https://squatchdiscgolf.com/   Code: GLADIATOR  ChampCap from Putt Confidently ➡️ https://www.puttconfidentl...

Ep. 50: GDG Story Time! 02.05.2025

GottaGoGottaThrow 🥏 gottagogottathrow.com/gladiator Code: gladiatordiscgolf Jester Disc Golf 🥏 jesterdiscgolf.com Code: gladiator Squatch Disc Golf: https://squatchdiscgolf.com/   Code: GLADIATOR  ChampCap from Putt Confidently ➡️ https://www.puttconfidently.com/GDGFS Join the GDG discord community ➡️ https://discord.gg/PGeJYvT9Mg __________ Chapters 0:00 Intro 1:26 How it all began 40:33 What I...

Ep. 49: 3 Ways to Fix Your Rounding! 17.04.2025

In today’s episode, you’ll learn: how to fix your rounding in three simple ways that anyone can do why you need to try the Axiom Envy __________ GottaGoGottaThrow 🥏 gottagogottathrow.com/gladiator Code: gladiatordiscgolf Jester Disc Golf 🥏 jesterdiscgolf.com Code: gladiator Squatch Disc Golf: https://squatchdiscgolf.com/   Code: GLADIATOR  ChampCap from Putt Confidently ➡️ https://www.puttconfid...

Ep. 48: The Simplest Way I’ve Found to Hit Your Line Consistently 04.04.2025

In today’s episode, you’ll learn: the simplest way I’ve found to hit your line consistently why you need to try the G-Star Wraith my picks for Music City Open (if it happens) __________ GottaGoGottaThrow 🥏 gottagogottathrow.com/gladiator Code: gladiatordiscgolf Jester Disc Golf 🥏 jesterdiscgolf.com Code: gladiator Squatch Disc Golf: https://squatchdiscgolf.com/   Code: GLADIATOR  ChampCap from P...

Ep. 47: Throwing 200ft is more important than throwing 400ft! 27.03.2025

In today’s episode, you’ll learn: how I overcame mental obstacles to win my first tournament why throwing 200ft is more important than throwing 400ft about the discs I’m carrying __________ GottaGoGottaThrow 🥏 gottagogottathrow.com/gladiator Code: gladiatordiscgolf Jester Disc Golf 🥏 jesterdiscgolf.com Code: gladiator Squatch Disc Golf: https://squatchdiscgolf.com/   Code: GLADIATOR  ChampCap fr...

Ep. 46: Simple Move to Putt with More POWER 20.03.2025

In today’s episode, you’ll learn: how to putt with more power using your legs and fingertips about the Clash Discs Berry __________ GottaGoGottaThrow 🥏 gottagogottathrow.com/gladiator Code: gladiatordiscgolf Jester Disc Golf 🥏 jesterdiscgolf.com Code: gladiator Squatch Disc Golf: https://squatchdiscgolf.com/   Code: GLADIATOR  ChampCap from Putt Confidently ➡️ https://www.puttconfidently.com/GDG...

Ep. 45: Improve Your Putting Outside C1 13.03.2025

In today’s episode, you’ll learn: how to improve your step and jump putting about the Jester Disc Golf Wild Thing __________ GottaGoGottaThrow 🥏 gottagogottathrow.com/gladiator Code: gladiatordiscgolf Jester Disc Golf 🥏 jesterdiscgolf.com Code: gladiator Squatch Disc Golf: https://squatchdiscgolf.com/   Code: GLADIATOR  ChampCap from Putt Confidently ➡️ https://www.puttconfidently.com/GDGFS Join...

Ep. 44 Class-in-Session: Finnish Disc Golf is Different 18.07.2024

Follow Jaani on these channels: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaanigoingplaces/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dgspindoctor   Want extra content? Join my YouTube Memberships or Spotify Subscriptions for extended cuts of episodes with guests! You don't want to miss the extra coaching you'll get for just a few bucks. YouTube Membership: https://www.youtube.com/@GladiatorDiscGolf/membership...

Ep. 44: Jaani Lansio Helps Us Throw Further and More Relaxed 18.07.2024

In today’s episode, you’ll learn: how to improve your backhand about the Axiom Envy Follow Jaani on these channels: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jaanigoingplaces/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dgspindoctor   Want extra content? Join my YouTube Memberships or Spotify Subscriptions for extended cuts of episodes with guests! You don't want to miss the extra coaching you'll get for just a...

Ep. 43: 4 Tips to Play Better in Tournaments 27.06.2024

In today’s episode, you’ll learn: Why I haven’t posted an episode in over a month Where to find more GDG and TPDG content How to improve your tournament play Want extra content? Join my YouTube Memberships or Spotify Subscriptions for extended cuts of episodes with guests! You don't want to miss the extra coaching you'll get for just a few bucks. __________ GDG Merch 👕 https://www.gladiatordiscgo...

Ep. 42 Class-in-Session: How to Overcome Nerves in Tournaments 17.05.2024

GDG Merch 👕 https://www.gladiatordiscgolf.myshopify.com GottaGoGottaThrow 🥏 gottagogottathrow.com/gladiator or use GLADIATOR at checkoutSquatch Disc Golf: https://squatchdiscgolf.com/ Discount Code: GLADIATOR ChampCap from Putt Confidently ➡️ https://www.puttconfidently.com/GDGFSJoin the GDG discord community ➡️ https://discord.gg/PGeJYvT9Mg __________ Music:Autumn 2011 by Loxbeats https://spoti...

Ep. 42: In the Bag with Tanner McCartney | What’s it like leaving a sponsor and going open bag? 17.05.2024

In today’s episode, you’ll learn: About Tanner’s journey from manufacturer sponsor to open bag How to build a bag Tanner’s In the Bag Antonio’s In the Bag Tanner’s favorite midrange: Meridian Discs Ravine Want extra content? Join my YouTube Memberships or Spotify Subscriptions for extended cuts of episodes with guests! You don't want to miss the extra coaching you'll get for just a few bucks. ____...

Ep. 41: Mr. and Mrs. Bogey Join the Show! | Getting Max Distance on Your Forehand Throw 03.05.2024

In today’s episode, you’ll learn: About Nick from Mr. and Mrs. Bogey How to improve your forehand About the Innova Wraith Want extra content? Join my YouTube Memberships or Spotify Subscriptions for extended cuts of episodes with guests! You don't want to miss the extra coaching you'll get for just a few bucks. __________ GDG Merch 👕 https://www.gladiatordiscgolf.myshopify.com   GottaGoGottaThrow...

Ep. 40 Class-in-Session: Is “Drive for Show, Putt for Dough” TRUE? 11.04.2024

GDG Merch 👕 https://www.gladiatordiscgolf.myshopify.com OTB Discs: https://otbdiscs.com/ Discount Code: GladiatorDGJoin the GDG discord community ➡️ https://discord.gg/PGeJYvT9MgChampCap from Putt Confidently ➡️ https://www.puttconfidently.com/GDGFSSquatch Disc Golf: https://squatchdiscgolf.com/ Discount Code: GLADIATOR __________Music:Autumn 2011 by Loxbeats https://spoti.fi/34tPBBOCreative Comm...

Ep. 40: 3 Phases of Putting with Kevin Parsons from PuttConfidently 11.04.2024

In today’s episode, you’ll learn: How PuttConfidently came to be How to improve your putting About the Gateway Wizard Want extra content? Join my YouTube Memberships or Spotify Subscriptions for extended cuts of episodes with guests! You don't want to miss the extra coaching you'll get for just a few bucks. __________ GDG Merch 👕 https://www.gladiatordiscgolf.myshopify.com   OTB Discs: https://ot...

Ep. 39: Class-in-Session—What’s the off season like for content creators and coaches? 14.03.2024

Tyee Rilatos and I talk about our off-seasons and the different challenges we faced.__________GDG Merch 👕 https://www.gladiatordiscgolf.myshopify.com OTB Discs: https://otbdiscs.com/ Discount Code: GladiatorDGJoin the GDG discord community ➡️ https://discord.gg/PGeJYvT9MgChampCap from Putt Confidently ➡️ https://www.puttconfidently.com/GDGFSSquatch Disc Golf: https://squatchdiscgolf.com/ Discount...

Ep. 39: Breaking Down the Backhand—What to Do and What NOT to Do 14.03.2024

In today’s episode, you’ll learn: About the common misconceptions we all heard about the backhand and why they’re wrong How to correct your backhand What each part of your body should do during the throw About a few drills that can help you Want extra content? Join my YouTube Memberships or Spotify Subscriptions for extended cuts of episodes with guests! You don't want to miss the extra coaching y...

Ep. 38: FINAL Episode of Season 1! 12.01.2024

In today’s episode, you’ll learn: How to sign up for coaching lessons with me How to form the power pocket correctly Want extra content? Join my YouTube Memberships or Spotify Subscriptions for extended cuts of episodes with guests! You don't want to miss the extra coaching you'll get for just a few bucks. __________ GDG Merch 👕 https://www.gladiatordiscgolf.myshopify.com   OTB Discs: https://otb...

Ep. 37: Disc Golf Coaching is WORTH IT! 14.12.2023

In today’s episode, you’ll learn: Why I haven’t played in a tournament in 1.5 years and what my progress looks like Why you need to find a disc golf coach… asap My new favorite approach disc Prodiscus Jokeri Want extra content? Join my YouTube Memberships or Spotify Subscriptions for extended cuts of episodes with guests! You don't want to miss the extra coaching you'll get for just a few bucks. _...

Ep. 36: Noah Cronin Shares 13 YEARS of Disc Golf Wisdom 🧠 07.12.2023

In today’s episode, you’ll learn: A lot about Noah Cronin, creator behind Daily Disc Golf How to improve your scrambling Why the Discmania Tactic is Noah’s favorite disc Maple Hill F9 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P-8m1GDOB3U&t=1s Maple Hill B9 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fMhrup0Bk34&t=4s Water Holes at Maple Hill https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n1zO0MBImsU   Want extra content? Join...

Ep. 35: There’s No Such Thing as SPUSH Putting 😱 17.11.2023

In today’s episode, you’ll learn: the difference between push putt and spin putt (along with their pros and cons) why the Innova Eagle is one of my favorite discs of all time about my upcoming tournament—the first since April 2022 Want extra content? Join my YouTube Memberships or Spotify Subscriptions for extended cuts of episodes with guests! You don't want to miss the extra coaching you'll get...

Class-in-Session Ep. 35: I’m Changing My Bag 3 WEEKS Before a Tournament—But I’m Not CRAZY! 17.11.2023

GDG Merch 👕 https://www.gladiatordiscgolf.myshopify.com   OTB Discs: https://otbdiscs.com/ Discount Code: GladiatorDG Join the GDG discord community ➡️ https://discord.gg/PGeJYvT9Mg ChampCap from Putt Confidently ➡️ https://www.puttconfidently.com/GDGFS Squatch Disc Golf: https://squatchdiscgolf.com/   Discount Code: GLADIATOR  Disc Golf Coaching: https://link.givego.io/expert/6rmu Free Session:...

Ep. 34: Say Goodbye to TRADITIONAL Fieldwork (sometimes…) with Kade Capps 09.11.2023

In today’s episode, you’ll learn: Why working on one thing at a time is better than working on multiple things at once How to work out in the gym for disc golf Why practicing on the course might just be better than traditional fieldwork Disc Review: Infinite Discs Chariot Want extra content? Join my YouTube Memberships or Spotify Subscriptions for extended cuts of episodes with guests! You don't w...

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