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The Fall of Nikko Locastro
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- čas přidán 12. 08. 2024
- On July 22nd, 2022 at the European Open the disc golf world was shocked. Not by the great battle between two champions, no, but by the acts of one Nikko Locastro. This is that story. Enjoy.
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00:00 Intro
00:54 The Incident
03:27 The Apology
04:40 The Sponsors
05:39 The Tweet
06:20 The Wait
08:00 The Decision
09:05 The Future
10:10 Outro
My issue with Nikko is that he was never afraid to call out other players breaking the rules, yet players were almost scared to call him out.
This is basically classic behavior though that frequently go hand in hand, the more hard lined on an issue someone is often indicates they themselves feel self conscious about it. you see this in politicians all the time
I have no idea why anyone would be scared of a 5’7 135lb dude with a quick trigger?
Lmao it's funny I now mess with my buddies when they make a good shot... "FoOt FaUlt" I forgot why I started but its because of a compilation of this guy calling foot fault when players on his card did it 🤣
@@ryanbaker716 idk why i came back to this video but you're right - if someone like Ezra Aderhold socked him he could injure him permanently 😆
Bro childish a grown ass man acting like that in public
Gotta say that I'm not a big Nikko fan, because of his attitude. Hes a fantastic player but thats completely overshadowed by his tantrums. I had some pretty bad anger problems and it hurt my game, made people not want to play with me and just made playing not fun. I took steps to rid myself of that attitude and now my game is completely changed for the positive. I hope he gets whatever help is required to turn his frown upsidedown too. Life is so much better without the anger baggage.
This might be the most well rounded comment on the thread. I’m with you 100%
There are a lot of players that act like him sadly but they aren't the top 20% of players so you don't see them on coverage
Nobody cares dork
It’s almost like I wrote this. I feel the exact same way
This is a generational problem. Entitled punks raised by mommies who would not set boundaries for their precious little Nikko. He will not learn until someone takes away all his toys gives him a good spanking!
It's a colossally bad take to say it's the ref's fault essentially for answering all of Nikko's questions, stepping away when Nikko, in a classic "bully who got called and is now desperately trying to look tough in front of everyone" move, very haltingly said to step away from him, and then not backing down when Nikko continued to try and get into his face after. Just because the ref wasn't intimidated does not mean that Nikko wasn't trying to intimidate him. Disc golf is one of the rare sports where you have almost no interaction with referees. Instead of just saying "Aw dammit ok", Nikko got the better of himself and he absolutely deserves everything that came from this. It's a shame because he's really friggin good, but every bit of that interaction with the ref was totally uncalled for. If that's how he acts to a ref, with cameras on him, then I can't imagine what it'd be like to be on his card and thinking of calling him on time or a foot fault, and that's by design. Nikko knows that you won't win because you called a time fault on him and he took a stroke, but you might lose because you can't get your heart rate down after the confrontation he's going to have with you, and it throws off the rest of your day. It's cheating, and it's asshole behavior. I hope he enjoys the time off.
I agree with Paul McBeth.
Most of the people commenting against Nikko are worthless at pretty much everything in life.
@@Unknown-rb3ip You two make ME vomit! As OP pointed out, "Just because the ref wasn't intimidated does not mean that Nikko wasn't trying to intimidate him."! Nikko was VERY much trying to be intimidating and then to make matters worse HE approached the official AGAIN and AGAIN got in the officials face!
I LOVE Nikko, he's good at disc golf, but when he falls, he falls FAR!!! Say what you want I think he got off easy with only a 9 month suspension! Hoping he actually gets himself together and doesn't get into trouble next year!
@@Unknown-rb3ip this is far from a snowflake situation. Stop using that word wrong.
@@Unknown-rb3ip lol you have some issues. I'm guessing dad stuff. Sort it out.
@@vincentccummingsiii9696 You didn't address any of the points that the OP made, but still accused him of being worthless. lol ok
The fact that the Marshall didn't step back like he was intimidated is completely irrelevant. The attempt to intimidate was the problem. Too bad Nikko is like 5 feet tall and was dressed like teddy ruxpin.
Teddy Ruxpin!! lol. Im dying over here
🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Severe case of wee man complex. Little people and fat people, always either angry or jolly.
Shame you wouldn’t say anything to his face. You make fun of his height? How very manly of you…
He would choke you out in under a minute.
The Marshall is Finnish. If he’s not intimidated by Russia, he’s not intimidated by Nikko
Such an angry little elf
It is sad to see someone struggle with their emotions this much. I know some people really hate Nikko but personally I hope he gets the help he needs and can overcome his insecurities to be a less explosive person. I help kids & teens who struggle with this. Heck, I struggled with this through my 20s, which is why I'm passionate about helping others. Maybe it'd do Nikko some good to get into more coaching clinics, idk. Whenever I've seen him on tour and in person he's been nothing but positive & personable. Dude just has to find healthier ways to take care of whatever demons are plaguing him.
I relate to what you said a lot - I’m looking for a healthier way to deal with my emotions and problems right now and i also really hope nikko can deal with that in a better way too
Nikko is about to turn 35. Emotionally stunted is understandable when you're a teen or a young adult. He's had years to deal with his issues and has repeatedly shown the same jackass behavior. Honestly, I feel like he'd have a hard time holding down a job that wasn't the DGPT. What other job can you repeatedly defy the rules and expect to continue being able to work there?
The punishment he just got will definitely help him and others.
He needs a knife on his throat to control himself.
@@CroppedCross3 To be fair a lot of jobs would when you're the top
People have their real personality come out when they are facing some sort of adversity. A fan / player ineraction will 99% of the time never result in you actually seeing an athletes actual personality.
I hope Nikko never comes back to the pro circuit of discgolf. Seeing other players in the vast majority display full support of each other and create a great sport for comradery and entertainment has been one of the major differences of this sport as opposed to others. Giving each other shoutouts and high-fives on displays of great athleticism is so great to experience, then there is Nikko who has single handedly brought down morale for his cards and forced them to basically adapt to his constant rule breaking and childish antics. Great video my friend.
A little over dramatic.
Couldn't agree more. Unless he can come back and demonstrate etiquette and true comradery then we are better off without him on the tour.
Grow up Peter Pan… he shouldn’t of been suspended that long let alone forever… . A professional passionate about the sport he plays… smh. ..
@@maxjenkins4199 it’s not passion, it’s immaturity. Considering you begin your comment by calling names shows you share that immaturity with Nikko, which is why you support his actions. Time to look in the mirror, be a man.
@@stephene1157.. have u ever played competitive sports?…
Loved this breakdown and your style! Didn't realize this was such a small channel till after the video was finished. This deserves way more support! Keep going!
My biggest take away from European open was the DGPT paywalling the post produced coverage.
At least its not 150$ to watch HALF your season like outdoor motocross. Disc golf Coverage is a fuckin godsend compared to motocross/supercross.
The fans built the sport, Jomez built the house, and now DGPT and DGN want to charge everyone to rent out the space. Innova and their paywall around the USDGC is in the same category. Good for some, sad for the rest of us. Keep supporting Jomez though their Patreon and make your feeling known to sponsors. Cheers, D.
Ya most people dont have time to watch 10 hours of live coverage its dumb af. rather watch hour to hour n a half of post produced no matter what
@@fodank give jomez money, no thanks
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'He didn't look intimidated', is one of the most irrational defenses I've heard.
exactly. Just because someone isn't affected by you doesn't mean you weren't attempting to intimidate them
@@applesaucemouse6987 I was surprised that was used as all. Some young minds out there.
paul says that, but would FLIP out if someone got in Hannahs face if she was a TD. Life is simply about putting the shoe on the other foot and reversing the roles. Paul and everyone is who agrees with that logic is unable to do so genuinely.
Well I expect a answer like that from Paul being from California.
@@davidbradford2063 I'm from California and don't share that perspective. In fact, no one I know in California share it.
I count like 10 people standing there looking at their toes while this went on. What, disc golfers don’t have the balls to tell that bearded man child Nikko to sit down in a corner and stfu?
I agree with Paul McBeth.
Most of the people commenting against Nikko are worthless at pretty much everything in life.
I agree, there's a couple perspectives on that. An offense that is going to affect a guy for 9 months is happening and people don't even pay attention? Do they not care, or are they just focused on their own thing? Are they used to Nikko's behavior? A lot a questions here.
People these days are too timid
Why should the other people be responsible for him. That makes no sense.
@@spaaceman8908 Not responsible, but not indifferent either. If a crime is happening we are usually not indifferent to it. This offense by Nikko affects his career for 9 months and people don't even act like anything happened? That's fishy.
You know, we all have views on Nikko. The only person on this planet that can take responsibility for his actions, whether misrepresented or accurate is Nikko. I poured on Paul for his comments which I think were inaccurate. It really doesn't matter what Paul or anyone else thinks for that matter. Paul is a good man who is defending what he sees as an inaccurate portrayal of what trips a 9 month suspension. The bottom line is that Nikko has had issues on the course that has affected his playing partners. He is likely the last one to have an even hand assessment of his actions. Nikko has to pay his dues by complying to the penalty.
Shoutout to my man Chandler Kramer, he's the blond guy with the A&M towel and the 500ft forehand. Absolute legend of the community at A&M, one of the coolest guys I know. He's the reason there was even a camera there to catch this, because he was playing white hot.
It’s actually crazy how he is forehand dominant and honestly finished strong for European open. Big ups
Big Chan 🤘
@@dylancooper725 Then you haven't played a round with him. The main course here is fairly rhbh-biased, and I think he's aced almost every par 3.
You can win by just throwing on one side. Backhand players have been proving this for years. Just ask James Conrad. And didn’t Eagle just win this tournament by throwing (basically) on one side? Shouldn’t make a difference if that one side is backhand or forehand. Of course, you only putt backhand :)
I have been a Nikko apologist in the past; saying he played with passion and wore his heart on his sleeve and just got too carried away sometimes. But I can't defend this whatsoever. Can't be having that happen, he had to go.
I agree with Paul McBeth.
Most of the people commenting against Nikko are worthless at pretty much everything in life.
@@vincentccummingsiii9696 whatever
@@vincentccummingsiii9696 how many times did you copy and paste this reply? I agree with the original comment. I’ve defended him too. This one was wayy too far. How in the world are you going to step up in somebody’s face then demand they get out of your face? And the official Still stepped back. Then Nikko came at him again. Inexcusable.
@@vincentccummingsiii9696 my man copy pasta on every comment
@@MuddyPuttersDG this was the mildest "altercation". I was at least expecting a takedown but this was just a waste of time.
Loving these "documentary" type of videos!
I haven't seen one person on Nikko's side and it restores some faith in humanity.
Paul McBeth stood up for him and said he thought the punishment was too severe.
@@kurtw176 I did hear about paul not agreeing with it but this dude acted insane in the moment.
There’s a bad boy in any sport. If there weren’t one , one would be appointed. Niko was an easy target.
great video man! love the breakdown
the argument of "the official didn't look intimidated" is completely irrelevant. Disagree with Paul big time... Nikko's actions were what was on trial. The attempt to stalk/bully the official to change the rule call was there. Nikko's tiny so of course not many people are intimidated by him, but he was out of line in that moment.
Exactly. Unless you personally know the official, you can't just assume he wasn't intimidated. He had every right to hold his ground the way he did. Maybe he was intimidated and maybe he wasn't. Nobody knows how another individual would act under those circumstances. That point is still irrelevant, as Nikko received an appropriate punishment for his actions. Paul is straight up wrong with his take.
I agree with Paul McBeth.
Most of the people commenting against Nikko are worthless at pretty much everything in life.
The very definition of being a victim is how you respond to it. It's true that behavior is good or bad regardless of how one responds, but oppressive behavior by definition isn't oppressive if there isn't a victim. As a culture where we are so focused on victimology we've forgotten this. I'm by no means condoning bad behavior, but one can choose to respond as a victim or as a victor. Bad things happen to us all the time, that doesn't make us victims, unless we also respond badly.
@@bradberger3093 And it doesnot matter wether he was intimidated or not. The offense is the act of trying to intimidate
A prediction…Nikko will be good for a month or two at most, but will then regress into toddler mode. It will likely happen in small steps…a loud sigh, an under-the-breath curse, kicking up dirt after a missed shot, smacking at a low tree branch that deflected his disc. If no one pulls him aside at that point, he’ll believe that he hasn’t crossed the line, and will continue to push the boundary. By mid-June, the Nikko of old will be back in full form.
Probably, but Nikko-of-old is a silly label. You mean he’ll continue to be himself?! Of course he will. It’s not like he actually hurt someone.
@@modofatak who said anything about him hurting someone? So as long as you don’t assault anyone then anything goes? Geez
No His punishment is harsh. He will be well behaved going forward.
I agree with Paul McBeth.
Most of the people commenting against Nikko are worthless at pretty much everything in life.
Paul McBeth's take on Nikko is problematic in that it requires the victim to act a certain way for their abuse to be "valid". People naturally react in different ways when they experience stress/abuse/intimidation. Paul has been my favorite disc golf player since I first started watching, but I'm really disappointed with his messaging regarding this situation as it feels a lot like victim blaming.
Seriously though. It has nothing to do with how the marshal reacted and entirely how Nikko acted. Paul's take is pretty blatantly wrong
'victim, abuse, intimidation'. We still talking about disc golf? Did I miss something or was it just a man acting irrationally toward another man?
Paul's an idiot for that take.
@@throwler yeah shows off that toxic masculinity. Alphas only!
I love that Paul isn’t scared to have an opposing view. The easiest thing for him to do would be completely quiet or say Nikko is way out of line.
Great reporting on the facts. I'll start by typing that I want the best for Nikko and hope he falls back in love with the game and shows us all he can change, becoming a better example of what the sport of Disc Golf was, is and will become. In my opinion to be one of the only players consistently called for time violations, called out for behavior unbecoming of a professional player, and being one of the most feared players in the game, this was the right call by the PDGA. Again this is my opinion, and I welcome and celebrate those that have a different one. Discourse on this subject will only make the PDGA better in the future, and I hope we could all go out for a beer after a round after we discuss it.
Great video. I like the documentary style of it and the use of B-roll. Also great breakdown of the actual events that happened.
Just because someone doesn’t act intimidated doesn’t mean the person wasn’t being intimidated by him
Exactly. I thought that statement by Paul was just dumb. I kinda lost a little respect for him because of it.
The very definition of being a victim is how you respond to it. It's true that behavior is good or bad regardless of how one responds, but oppressive behavior by definition isn't oppressive if there isn't a victim. As a culture where we are so focused on victimology we've forgotten this. I'm by no means condoning bad behavior, but one can choose to respond as a victim or as a victor. Bad things happen to us all the time, that doesn't make us victims, unless we also respond badly.
@@konroh2 If you don't mean to condone bad behavior, why are you putting the blame on victims instead of holding people who behave badly accountable?
@@henningg.1687 Because being a victim is as much about our reaction as it is the circumstance. I can't help if tragedy happens to me, but I can determine my reaction to it. Tragedy and oppressive actions happen to everyone, but we're not all victims. Some people respond well and some don't. When bad things happen I am not a pawn, I am not a victim, I can choose to be a victor.
The only reason this took so long to happen is the nature of self regulated play. No one wanted to be seen as the asshole and Nikko has been in the sport long enough that people simply afforded him far too much grace. The actual solution here is a reform of disc golf regulatory management during competition. There needs to be a judge or official on each hole and all of these issues disappear. Basketball has a shot clock visible to the players during play and penalty is implemented immediately. Its high time for disc golf to grow the hell up.
Agreed. Playing pro tourneys the same way people play pickup games. Still new I guess. Has come along way even in the past 5 years (at least locally). Would love to see shot clock and an official on each hole for majors at least.
To be fair do you realize what that entails? Most tournaments can't even afford decent payout. Basketball all takes place in one court. Disc golf courses are very large like 20+ acres. But I do respect and understand your points for sure.
@@codymoreland4496 there are only two options, ether the players make these calls or an official does, we have seen in the past that players don't want to get involved in drama while in a tournament (understandably), basically the players wont make these calls unless the foul is blatant, so the 'players making the calls' option does not work. The only option is to have officials to make the calls, ether an official with every card or an official on every hole.
I dont know where the money comes from to make this happen, but it needs to happen.
One reason why some of the players would not say anything to Nikko is because he pushes back, and makes it very unpleasant to be on his card. If a player makes a time call, all the other players need to back him against someone like Nikko. For self regulation to work all players have to buy in and participate. And it’s particularly players of status, like Paul, that needed to say something to him in the past. Also, players should have complained to the PDGA so they could have sent officials out to observe him and enforce the rules after a complaint. Having officials on every card or every hole is impractical at this point.
@@karleeshayne Very true 👍
Man also Paul with the really bad take talking about the stare down from the official. I wouldn’t want turn my back on someone who had just become confrontational with me.
Make him the example; most of us have been waiting a long time to see him held accountable for his meathead disposition and toxicity
I agree with Paul McBeth.
Most of the people commenting against Nikko are worthless at pretty much everything in life.
@@vincentccummingsiii9696 you really big league’d that one with factual reference and insight
@@oniongummy8969 He'll paste the same comment 10x and then not respond to anyone, probably is all like "f the haters!"
I kinda want to know what happened for Kristopher Junga to earn an indefinite suspension. Great breakdown of the events that played out.
Online it says he is still a current member. I couldn’t find any info
@@tuckerschultz3014 I believe E is administrative, so it couldn't have been good to be suspended indefinitely.
This disgraced player should retire now.
Lol “Bob” HAS TO BE the actual Marshal
@@modofatak no. Just a player with common sense and dignity
Gateway wouldn’t drop him because he has family ties, he will be picked back up when he is permitted to play again
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Been loving your content lately, this is great. Nice SHIT
I was saddened to hear Paul McBeth defend Nikko's actions. I can respect that others can have different viewpoints, but can't see the reasoning here. Just because someone stands their ground does not mean they're not intimidated. Paul's logic could be extended to seemingly justify bullying if someone stood up to the bully, all while summarily dismissing the harm caused to the bullied individual. It would be like an saying there is no crime when an attempted robbery is thwarted by someone telling the criminal no. Issue is it still happened.
Decent video, but you are missing a major part to whole story. Go watch the recap on SmashboxxTv. Nikko should be out at least a year of not more and it's because of the part they didn't show. They mention on SmashboxxTv what happened after Nikko finished the 18th hole and it's on video, just wasn't shown on air. He went after the Marshall again and sounds like his caddy stepped in.
I agree with Paul McBeth, he was actually there.
Most of the people commenting against Nikko are worthless at pretty much everything in life.
What's weird to me is how I have heard many of the pro golfers say that off the course he is one of the nicest and well liked players ever on the tour but on the course he's different and no one wants to play with him. I think he needs to get with someone who can help him with his issues he obviously has. The game of disc golf is played on a 5" course - the distance between your ears.
I'm new to DISC but I'm loving it and watching lots. Nikko overstepped the bounds of what is essentially an entertaining and friendly sport. Maybe he should try baseball.
I was absolutely focused on who was going to win, and the fact Eagle did was incredible. Not sure why you thought the need to downplay that.
I wasn't watching much at the time of this event so I can't comment on where the focus was or wasn't!
The video wasn't about the tournament... It was about Nikko acting like a spoiled brat
I dont understand how people can think the marshall was staring him down. If some angry guy comes up and threatens you, you don't ever turn your fu**ing back on them and you keep an eye on them. If you do turn away you're risking being struck from behind. Also Nico is literally acting like a little doggie that hasny been put in his place. This dude needs to be humbled. I watch dog training videos and he is the dog that never got told he cant behave like that or never had any reprocussion for his attitude. No one thinks it's cool raging like a child l
You're putting out some of the best and most well put together content available. Major success is bound to be coming your way, keep up the good work brother!
The Marshall should try to stand his ground and not act intimidated, that's part of the job. I don't know what Paul was watching, but if Bradley got 18 months for a shoulder check, Nikko should have the same. I get Bradley made physical contact, but to me Nikko's offense was worse
Dude, good video. Best I have seen regarding Nikko’s suspension. I wish Nikko the best and I hope he can come back better with better outlook. Nikko could turn this into such a positive. Rooting for you Nikko.
Paul's take on the official not being "intimidated" completely misses the point. And his IG post actually downplays Nikkos part and almost tries to suggest that the official starts the hostility, when in reality Nikko steps into the officials face first in an attempt to be confrontational and intimidating. The ban is pretty harsh in my opinion, but his behavior needs addressing and it's not unreasonable to suspect that previous card-mates have complained and discussed his antics in a negative light which ultimately makes it's way back to the PDGA.
The official did stare him down.
Name another sport or incident where the official makes the call, then follows a player around for the next 15 seconds in a stare.
Make the call, give an answer…..then turn around and walk away.
All I kept thinking was it looks like the official had a vendetta.
@@kevins.6971 i agree with you, nik- i mean kevin
I have not been following pro disc golf long. What happened with Bradley Williams? I've heard this situation be compared to that one but cannot find anything regarding the circumstances of Williams suspension. A video on that would be much appreciated
A video yes agree
A very short and outta the look version is… he was already on probation and he shoulder bumped , either another player or an official.
I did a google search and it was the first search result. Easy. Did you pay your "Google bill" last month?
@@maxjenkins4199 thank you for the info. I appreciate that. 🙏
I dont follow disc golf and stumbled on to the original story about Nikko intimidating the official. After seeing his behavior I’d have to say he deserves whatever punishment he gets.
"No one was really focused on that", that really close final round battle between Eagle and McBeth huh? An overly dramatic way to put it, don't you think?
Nicely done. Objective and even-handed. The only thing that has surprised me about this entire incident is Paul McBeth‘s excuse-making. That was seriously disappointing.
right? i was almost more disappointed in paul LOL
Is there any footage of what happened after he asks for stare down.
even as he was talking to him when they were walking away would make sense but the second he faced him down a 2nd time and said you wanna stare me down there was nothing to do but suspend him.
I agree with Paul McBeth.
Most of the people commenting against Nikko are worthless at pretty much everything in life.
Mcbeth also didnt talk about how nikko continued this in the parking lot and also didnt bring up that he refused to talk to the pdga ambassador "for lack of better words". Hell that 2nd offense alone is a punishable one and nikko could have faced much harsher ban for the first offense. I personally would have given him a year but it can be shortend upon showing completion of anger management.
One high profile individual like him has the potential to destroy the sport, he has the responsibility of showing the example. Kids are watching and we don't want them to think it's OK to behave like this guy.
no, it doesnt affect the future at all.
if that was the case no sports would exist.
Maybe he had some horrific trauma in his childhood which has bedeviled him his whole life? Maybe his behavior is hard-wired into his brain in a way you don't even begin to understand? Maybe just not that easy, and he's put more effort into being a better person than you will ever know? Maybe allow for such possibilities.
@@evanredmon3877 To be a public figure, and to play a spectator sport for money, is no one's right. The presence of past issues - and I think speculation in either direction is not helpful - does not change the standard of behavior that all participants are held to. And past issues are not the providence of Nikko alone - what if he did this to someone with their own prior issues that he then exacerbated? His behavior is unacceptable regardless.
@@tyrithofmuse You don't think he knows everything you just said and then some? He's living in it every day. He apologized profusely, can't make a living at his profession for the better part of a year, lost all his sponsorships ... how much worse does he have to feel how and much more punishment must he endure before the disc golf police are satisfied? And are you SURE your emotions would never get the better of you on TV if you were good enough to play a pro sport - and if they did, would you hope people could forgive you?
Have you not watched other professional sports?! That’s an absurd take.
I heard Nikko is using this downtime to line up his next putt.
Nikko needs to be checked before he steps up to someone that won’t be as nice as the official was, I’m happy with the decision from the board. It was super unprofessional and like you stated in your video this completely overshadowed an otherwise awesome event.
I agree with Paul McBeth.
Most of the people commenting against Nikko are worthless at pretty much everything in life.
after watching nikko for over a decade my personal opinion is he throws officials and card-mates off their game with toxic negative energy as a tactic, and it often works. seems he pushed his luck this time and it didn’t play out the way he expected. i will miss seeing his approach shots, and his flare. best of luck
I played on a public course on St Louis, MO years ago with my friends. Some guy who was not playing with us threw a temper tantrum at another group, I guess they were not playing fast enough for his liking. The guy screamed full volume at the other group and called them "amateurs" which got a big laugh...my friend informed me that guy was a professional disc golfer, I didn't remember the guys name if he told me. Seeing this video I thought Nikko seemed familiar....I google him and guess where he's from -- St Louis, MO lol...I think it was him! 😂
This video was very well done ... subscribed.
Really good coverage. Youve earned my sub
Thank you for the time and effort to show the human side of things, rather than posting another Nikko-bashing clickbait video that we didn't need. Made me very happy to see. It took me until about 50 before I really got a hold of my anger issues. Nikko is in his 30s folks. A lot of people showed me a lot of love and forgiveness along the way. Let's show Nikko the same love.
Pdga needs more staff and stop having the players enforce the rules. Everyone should be playing by them but it would reduce the "who are you" attitude when being told/corrected of a violation.
The marshall didn't step to Nikko, Nikko stepped to the marshall. The very act of demanding the marshall to step back afterwards is intimidation and the penalty more than justified.
Good overview, thanks.
the 50 somethings I play with, we have been playing and inviting players in for years, we wouldn't stand for Nikko if he pulled this crap. We have fought for less because we recognize a biatch when we see one.
I don't like Nikko, never have, but, I get his passion and emotions....I'm far from a Pro disc golfer and have found myself reacting on the course in some of the same fashions as I have seen Nikko react. That said.....c'mon dude, you can't try to intimidate an official, walk him down and do it again. I want to like Nikko because of the passion and emotion he shows on the course....I have no problem with someone getting ticked off and venting their frustration after a bad shot or bad series of shots, but this was very much over the line. I hope he addresses these issues and comes back with a better mindset, because he is a very good disc golfer.
I would argue that he could have been looking at two consecutive 24 month suspensions. One for the “step back” incident and a second for the chase down/stare down incident. Disgraceful. I hope he gets some help.
overdramatic cry baby, no better than Nikko
Nikko stepped up to the official and then asked THE OFFICIAL to step away. Nikko then tracked him down and got in his face again, then acted like the official was getting in his face..... He's very lucky the PDGA was lenient and I hope the officials follow him around with a stopwatch for the first month he's back.
I agree with Paul McBeth.
Most of the people commenting against Nikko are worthless at pretty much everything in life.
@@vincentccummingsiii9696 think pretty highly of yourself do ya mr. troll? why dont you go back and watch the footage again.
I really enjoyed your breakdown of the event. Thank you.
Paul's comment about the situation was bad for the sport imo.
Rules are rules and should be followed.
It does not matter if the judge "looked" intimidated.
Some people don't like to confront people about these things. This was the first judge in literal YEARS that did it (even tho everyone knows that Nikko has gotten away from this rule for years) and his reaction is not fit to be in a compedition. This is not contact sport where you can get heated up. This is Discgolf for crying out load.
Rules should be followed or changed. You can't have rules that some people can step over because of "popularity" or what ever you wanna call it.
Discqualified was enough of a penalty... Potentially 2 years suspension from pdga events?? LOLOL What are they on!? No harm was made, he just showed some anger issues but ALSO APOLOGIED, everyone makes mistakes!
@@awwitsHurts lol. He apologized BECAUSE he got DQ'd.
@@awwitsHurts If that was a work space he would have gotten fired.
@@awwitsHurts That apology was about as sincere as a corrupt politician
@@berliemc7082 I wonder what penalty if same situation but Nico hit him or screamed at him, how many years suspension for each bad word XD
The only 10 minute Nikko video I want to watch.
Nico is going to do this to the wrong person and get knock the fuck out.
Then maybe he will start to think twice.
Nikko is one of the most talented players out there and especially for someone of his size, his game is really impressive. If he is able to deal with his emotions better and slowly distance himself from outbursts and rash decisions, he will continue to do pretty well and he will be able to be a big benefit to the sport rather than one of its issues.
Here's my take, Nikko is a good player, not a top player but he is a good player. He's been on tour for many years and he KNOWS he can't do what he did. I think Nikko deserves this break, to fall back in love with disc golf and come back a better player, and a better man. My favourite example of something similar is how Myles Garret bounced back after being suspended from the NFL for assaulting the stealers kicker, Myles ended up winning NFL man of the year the next year and re-built the reputation that he had earned. I hope to see Nikko follow a similar path into the league
He reminds me a lot of myself when I played Little League I know that sounds rude but it’s kind of meant to be honestly I was a very good player play the best of my district but I had an extreme anger issue and would add like a two year-old instead of the 10 year old I was and as I got older I got more mature and now I’m a D1 baseball player that coaches little league the difference between me and Nico is he never grew up and he’s still a little baby, he’s just a small insecure little man
Great breakdown, my dude, and a well-thought conclusion.
great video, id love to see one on bradley williams and from how we went from being hated to being a likely figure
People love to hate the villain but they also love a good comeback.
He was a great player to watch when he was young here in St.Louis i played on a card behind him once he threw this beautiful shot over a lake which inspired me to do the same only mine hit the water 50 foot short 😂😂😂😂
It took nearly ten years to come to grips with my anger. What we are is not who we have to be.
Anyone know the incident that occurred with Paige Peirce at Emporia?!?!
I often wonder why he's so angry. I get that everyone has a different personality and I'm no professional psychologist or whatever but he's got to have some underlying problems stemming from childhood that cause him to be triggered so easily. Every player is passionate about their game so that's not an excuse. Was he bullied at a young age? Treated poorly by parents? Abused? Etc..
I don't hate the dude but I seriously hope he can resolve whatever is going on with him mentally because he is undeniably a skilled Disc Golfer. Prayers up!
Best one yet !
I see same thing.
Who's he really mad at.
Its always there.
Its definitely a family member to me.
From past friends that resemble nikko triggers.
He could've been same place paul is.
But he took a different road, that several elders warned him of. Nobody hangs around people u have to walk on eggs around.
Just wanted to pop in and say: you're doing good work man. It's nice to have these kind of researched, narrated CZcams videos on disc golf.
Another good one.
Great video! I agree with the advice at the end. As the sport grows more and more, people are going to gravitate to the whole drama side of things. If Nikko can prove to be a better ambassador of the sport, I think more people will find themselves back on his side than initially expected.
The 9th month amount will be a precedent for sure. Its the PDGA and to an extend to the DGPT saying if anyone does this again you will be gone for the season/year. Let’s say someone’s does this at Vegas in February and u get the suspension u won’t be able to play untill November/December and at that point all the DGPT elite and slivers series are done as well as any big A tier.
Great job
The official should have waited
Most of you commenting here probably haven't been around Disc Golf for 41 years like I have. Nikko's reputation for this type of behavior has been around since he started on tour (approximately 17 years ago). He was young and had a temper like many young men. The problem is he never grew out of it. The reason it is a much bigger problem now is live coverage, paying fans, and the sport is probably 4 times the size it was in 2019. His type of behavior for professional players has to be quelled as much as possible. Nikko's actions don't overshadow Eagle's win for me. Nikko is yesterday's news for me.
I agree with Paul. Class A is 24 months upper end for physical violence, surely this counts as very lower end of class A?
The shot clock rule needs to be revised similar to pro billiards where extensions can be requested
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I will always tip my hat to Nikko for the interview he did while watching Paul and Ricky gunning it out at Masters.Cup a few years ago. He briefly said something about his round and quickly put the focus on the action going on. Classy. So hope the great.personality he has when not playing buffers his competitive side while playing going forward. He is a very good person while not playing.
I thought the same thing until I saw the way he acted in the gk pro skins match where, I forget his name, but the wrestler gets the 10,000 dollar ace and Nikko just runs around flaunting the 7,000 dollar bet they made just to make sure that he got his money. After that my mind was pretty clear on the personality that he has
Be careful, he's a tough guy and might come after you next 🤣
RM disc golf seems an opportunist that is most interested in growing their channel. Let’s move on to to the next already.
I, for one, was focused on Eagle's win.
Bullies don't belong in disc golf.
I agree with Paul McBeth.
Most of the people commenting against Nikko are worthless at pretty much everything in life.
10 years ago I left a comment somewhere on CZcams that I thought Nikko would eventually hit someone in a disc golf tournament.
Shockingly I was wrong🤷, however it seems like he almost prove me right this year. 😳
I think this was a miscommunication at the step away part and niko meant for him get out of his line / get Far away so he may throw in peace.
Also when it comes to the 9 month suspension I think that is way to long…..
Frankly, he needed this sort of intervention. He's been pushing the line for years. Between outbursts, footfalls, arguments, and time violations. Hope he comes back more humble and appreciative that he's not the center of the sport. Also, it's not cool to act like "little man syndrome"
You were on to something until you started suggesting that he thinks he's the center of the sport (he doesn't) or that he has "little man syndrome" (not actually a thing). He's just a fiery Italian. When a short fiery Italian gets uppity, it always looks ridiculous. My guess is, for various psychological reasons, he ties his personal happiness to his success on the course, so when he fails on the course, he feels like he fails in life, and he explodes. It's not ok, but it's also not how he wants to be, and he's clearly trying to change.
@diveunder Yeah I mean on some level he's got to know that there's a limit to people's patience. I guess I just feel for the guy, being an angry guy myself for a long time. It still hits me, always will a little probably. When you see someone like that, there's something going on beneath the surface that you don't see, something from childhood or what have you that the average person just doesn't have to deal with, and doesn't understand, and dismisses as someone making excuses. It's a shame to be that misunderstood for that long, and I bet Nikko has been working on his anger issues more than you or anyone knows. You think you've got a hold on them, and they rear their ugly head at the worst possible time. I've been there. I hope he grows from this, and I hope ability to make a living isn't totally gone. Seems like a harsh punishment.
I agree with Paul McBeth.
Most of the people commenting against Nikko are worthless at pretty much everything in life.
I feel there ought to be separate categories for genuine physical harm and just saying things and being in someone's face. Then you can safely ignore ppl that act like Niko knowing that if they ever actually touch you, they're out of Pro disc golf, sponsorship, income from events, respect, etc. and more if it's bad enough you can press charges.
Contrast disc golf with football and basketball, where taunting, smack talk, and this sort of behavior is encouraged 💁♂️
There ARE separate categories for ACTUALLY causing physical harm vs being a douchebag: Actually causing physical harm would have landed Nikko in LEGAL trouble not PDGA trouble, he would be in JAIL not suspended!
A golf sport can't be compared to a contact sport. Imagine golfers beating each other with clubs and only getting a short suspension like it was fighting with hockey sticks in the NHL.
I feel like we all have done way worse than this at least once a month Nikko did better than most of us would when we are angry and upset and we all have gotten upset over stupid things so dont act like youre above nikko
From what I've heard he's a funny and good person to be around off the course. Sounds like he's just really passionate about winning and maybe a touch of Napoleon syndrome if he gets challenged. This confrontation was nothing if you compare it to other sports as well. Have you ever seen a Manager and an Umpire goin at it in Baseball? The punishment doesn't fit the crime is what bothers me the most, should of been a Tournament or Two Tops.
The win was the biggest thing!
Supposedly it didn't end when the camera cut. He got what was coming to him and he should probably look into anger management courses.
I agree with Paul McBeth.
Most of the people commenting against Nikko are worthless at pretty much everything in life.
@@vincentccummingsiii9696 Funny, I heard that Nikko fan boys are easily butt hurt just like Nikko is and worthless.
What a great video
Well made video.
No official should ever be subjected to this kind of intimidation, he was just doing his job. I enjoy watching Nikko play but I'm a bigger fan of the action that the PDGA and his sponsors have taken.
Lol if that's real intimidation to you I'm gonna assume you're a snowflake out on the playground. Hands behind his back, never touched him or threatened him. Definitely a heated situation though.
@@williemahlan2342 thank you for highlighting my inadequacies sir. Could you recommend a prison where I could go to harden up please?
@@63off just the streets