A champion sportsman and promoter, Royce started his disc golf career in 1975 by offering to help local tournament directors. Twenty-five years later, he has not stopped helping the flying disc community. His involvement in the Can-Am Series has helped bring disc golf to the entire northeast. His dedication as Director of the 1999 World Championships produced a classic event. Of the people known as “Mr. Disc Golf”, Royce is at the top of the list.