A Thing of Joy: A Deeper Look Into Paige Pierce's Newest Prototype Disc

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Paige Pierce holding an ESP Prototype Joy with the flight path next to her

Meet the Prototype Paige Pierce ESP Joy! This is a brand-new midrange built to bring a specific feel and flight into Paige’s lineup. It’s designed for players who want something clean and confident on release with glide you can use and stability you can trust.

Why “Joy” Belongs in Paige’s Lineup

An image of the different discs in Paige Pierces Lineup. (from left to right - Fly Dye Passion, ESP Drive, Confetti Fierce & ESP Prototype Joy

The name Joy carries real meaning. Named after Paige’s grandmother, Joyce, the name Joy is a tribute to someone who meant the world to her while still fitting naturally alongside the rest of her lineup. If you follow Paige's lineup of discs, you already know: these names aren’t random. They reflect what the game can bring out of us.

Passion - when you’re fully locked in
Drive - when you step up to the tee with a purpose
Fierce - when you’re competing, pushing, and refusing to back down
Joy - when it all clicks and the flight is exactly what you pictured

Joy complements those feelings because it represents the part of disc golf that keeps us coming back: that spark of “yes, that’s it” on the course.

A clickable image that takes you to a video of Paige pierce throwing the Test Flight Joy

Faster Than Fierce, Slower Than Buzzz

On the course, the Joy is built for that in-between slot: it is faster than her Fierce, but a touch slower than her Buzzz. That matters because it gives you a mid that doesn’t demand a full-power commitment to get a trustworthy flight. You can throw it with less power and still get a clean push, controllable shape, and dependable finish.

The Joy takes inspiration from the Sol’s effortless glide, but pairs it with torque resistance you can rely on—even when the wind shows up. It’s a true point-and-shoot option when you want the disc to hold the angle you put it on:

Flat release: straight lasers with confidence
Smooth hyzer: controlled placement and predictable finish
Anhyzer: workable turn with a reliable fight-out and a forward-moving finish

Who is it For?

The Joy was created with high-level intent, but it’s not “pro-only.”

From the rim feel to the overall height, Paige Pierce's insight was crucial in crafting a disc that truly slots between the Fierce and the Buzzz. This isn’t just another midrange to market. It’s a deliberate tool built to match the way Paige approaches the game—controlled, intentional, and confidence-driven.

For pros and high-power players:

Clean shaping mid that stays composed under speed
Reliable angle-holding for tight fairways and placement golf
Trustworthy option when you want glide without losing control

For amateurs and developing arms:

Easy distance without forcing a full-power rip
Smooth release that helps you learn angles
A mid that feels natural when you want straight-to-stable flights

The Joy is designed to scale with your skill set. Whether you’re carving lines at full speed or learning how to shape touchy midrange shots with cleaner mechanics.

Experience the Paige Pierce Prototype ESP Joy on February 27th when they become available at local retailers and Discraft.com