Lucas Oberholtzer Hess

Austin Benjamin Lucas Oberholtzer Hess is an emerging male professional disc golfer competing in the Masters (MPO) division based in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. With a current PDGA rating of 1017, Hess represents the growing talent pipeline in the Eastern United States. As a relatively new competitor, Hess is in the early stages of his competitive journey, having not yet secured tournament victories or podium finishes. The 1017 rating places Hess in the mid-to-upper amateur ranks, signaling solid fundamentals and potential for upward progression as his experience on tour continues to develop. His presence in the competitive disc golf community highlights the grassroots expansion of the sport, particularly in Pennsylvania where disc golf continues to gain popularity across youth, collegiate, and amateur circuits.

Hess employs a consistent, mechanically sound approach to disc golf with a focus on reliable shots and steady performance. His playing style reflects fundamentals over flash, prioritizing execution over risk, allowing him to build rounds through controlled throws rather than relying on high-risk hero shots.