Update – April 30th, 2022. 2:00 PM CT: As of 1:45 PM, all testing and contact tracing is currently complete. Over 50 players at the Dynamic Discs Open have been tested for COVID-19 and all but one are negative. These players were tested based on the DGPT contact tracing protocols and only one additional positive test result was identified. Matthew Orum, who was slated to play on the chase card for round three, has tested positive, reinforced by a second positive test. In accordance with the 2022 DGPT COVID-19 policy, he has removed himself from the event. Contact tracing has been completed for all positive test results, including testing for all individuals who had close contact with Matty. 

Matty O. is feeling fine and is sad that he cannot continue to compete this weekend. He is excited to play in his next scheduled event, providing that he meets the requirements for participation after a positive test result. 

“Just want to let everyone know that I tested positive for COVID-19 this morning.” Said Matty O. “Heartbreaking, especially because of the unexpected news. Just want to let everyone know that I’m feeling fine and will now be taking safe actions for my health and that of all in the event. I’ll be back! See everyone on the #westside!”

Of the three players identified earlier as having positive test results, the DGPT can now confirm that Colten Montgomery and Tristan Tanner are positive and experiencing symptoms. Kona Panis has also removed herself from the event out of an abundance of caution.

“Hot KoCo is staying hydrated and will be watching the action on DGN as Colten has tested positive for Covid and even though I have tested negative, I did not want to put my card mates at risk.” Said Panis. “Looking to rest up and come back to our…