S7 Ep 11: The Carltucky Diaries

Match Drama

The Carltucky tournament was filled with intense match drama, as Mike Shade and Eli Strait faced formidable opponents. They recount a particularly challenging match against Will Terry, who consistently made crucial putts, leaving them struggling to keep up 1. Despite their efforts, Will's performance was relentless, leading to a significant point deficit. As Eli humorously noted, "Will is on fire," highlighting the competitive atmosphere 2.

   

Tournament Format

The Carltucky tournament, held in Lexington, Kentucky, was a major event with 96 players forming 48 two-man teams 3. Mike and Eli describe the member-guest style format, where each team played against others in their flight, with winners advancing to a shootout. The tournament was not without its mishaps, including a humorous recount of a symbolic torch-passing that nearly led to a brush fire 4. "We were just trying to pass a torch," Eli joked, underscoring the lighthearted chaos of the event.