Students can show their school spirit through various events taking place this week.

One of which is with flying discs.

The Central/Western Disc Golf Tournament will take place from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. Friday at the Central Michigan University disc golf behinf Kelly/Shorts Stadium.

This past summer, Midland senior and Central Michigan Life Advertising Manager Mychal Graham tossed the idea of a disc golf tournament around with a few faculty members.

Associate Director of Programs for University Recreation Jen Nottingham was among these faculty members.

“She was really excited and really willing to help us,” Graham said.

Kathy Simon, assistant director of Student Publications, said the event was brainstormed among the public relations interns and the advertising staff with ideas to help celebrate the 90th anniversary of CM Life.

“It’s a first-time event,” Simon said. “It seemed like it would be a fun event for any age group.”

Registration is $5 per person, and participants can sign up online at cm-life.com.

Graham has also been distributing flyers throughout the campus. The idea came about from the Central/Western football game, Graham said. There is a rivalry not only with the game, but also The American Red Cross annual Blood Drive.

“All proceeds go to The American Red Cross,” Graham said.

Not only will the game be taking place, but there will be many events leading up to the much-anticipated football game. Graham said the tournament is just one of those events.

“We want to get students out and them involved and excited about the rivalry,” Graham said. “Ultimately, it’s just a lot of fun.”

This event will be sponsored by many companies well-known throughout the city. The Student Book Exchange, 209 E. Bellows St., will be distributing free shirts. JP’s Gym, 4245 S. Lincoln Road, will be giving the winners a one month long membership to their gym. The Grotto will be handing out free food during the event. CM Life is also a sponsor.

Not many are aware of the sport, Graham said, but once they do, they love it. Participants aim for the lower score. It takes effort to play, and also some thought, Graham said.

“It’s like golf with a disc,” said Graham. “You have to factor in the wind.”

Graham hopes to make it an annual event.

“I expect the outcome to be fun,” Graham said. “We’re there to have a good time and kick the weekend off.”

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