Any unfilled slots will open to other players after that time, according to Jim Orum, Southern Nationals' other co-founder and promoter. They're strictly playing for the money. Orum noted that the cost kept some players from traveling North during the year. Some people like the competition. But a lot do it for the camaraderie.
Most people fall line, sinker and hook after that first time.
Lori Mezger of North Little Rock walked one round with a friend, and then played for a year with one disc before deciding to invest more money into it. There are a few women who play casually, but few that compete. Playing with the guys makes me play better. If the competition makes the sport addictive for some, one long drive or putt feeds the addiction. A hole is completed when the player gets the disc into the basket.