More than 110 competitors are registered for the annual tournament, which is in its 7th year.
Most were on the course at Waiora Scout Camp for the practice day yesterday.
"At the time it seemed huge."
He had helped organise the first event and it was satisfying to see how the local support for their sport had developed.
The course had grown too, as it started as an 18-hole course, and was now 24 holes.
The scout camp did not have a permanent course and it took about a month to prepare the grounds and set up the courses.
The name was a combination of a backhand shot called a Hyzer and the Highlanders, as a way to give the competition some Otago flair.
Aside from the different method of play, it was scored just like golf tournaments were.
A consistent but warm rain fell during the practice, but that did not stop them from getting on the course.
However, it did affect how they played, he said.
Different types of discs were used in heavy rain or windy conditions and some shots were more reliable than others.
He was hoping for a fine, clear day today, he said.
People were welcome to come and watch the tournament, as long as they kept an eye out for any incoming discs.
