This show is the perfect fit for you...guaranteed. Fits with the Founder takes an unfiltered look at the golf industry with host and Club Champion founder Nick Sherburne. Join us every other Friday for expert insight into current golf world topics and of course, how the art of club fitting “fits” into the sport. We'll chat with everyone from athletes and influencers to top equipment manufacturers from around the golf world.
In this explosive episode, Nick and Brad tee off on everything from breaking tee boxes to Fourth of July festivities. But that's not all—we're joined by a special guest, Pete Caprese from our Hackensack store, who shares some unbelievable club fitting stories you won't want to miss. From wild swings to perfect fits, this episode is packed with laughs, insights, and a few surprises along the way.
This Week on the Podcast: We're joined by renowned golf coach and analyst Michael Breed for a deep dive into his career, his unique approach to coaching, and his thoughts on the evolving world of golf. We also tackle common myths around swingweight—what it really means and how it impacts your game. Plus, we catch up with Dominik Hernandez, our expert fitter in Florida, who shares the story of an incredible fitting session that made a real difference. All that and more in this packed episode!
We discuss what the length of the driver does and can it allow you to hit it longer and straighter, with our friend Matt Saternus from PluggedIn Golf. We also dive into the NEW Fujikura Ventus White and what it is and who will perform with it. We have one of our Master Fitters from Hanover, MA come on and talk about a recent fit and how he found the golfer 40+ yards and eliminated the left side of the course. We also talk about what Tee'd us off last week.
The pod is changing in some content and Nick Sherburne and Brad Syslo talk about it and the why behind it. Also Guest Aron Levinson comes on to talk about his journey as a Club Champion customer and how he went from beginner, to mid handicapper, to a golf influencer, all with the help of Club Champion.
Nobody is safe from the hot takes this week! Nick and Cassie break down the top two internet trends, Michael Block's resurgence, Scottie's dominance, and MORE!(00:00-9:22) Scottie's insane hometown win, Bryson finally closes, Driver Fitting Month, and MORE.(9:23-28:58) Yea or nays featuring range finder penalties, Presidents Cup captains at Medinah, 100 men vs. a gorilla, and MORE!(28:59-end) Listener QuestionsWhat is the number one question people should ask themselves before buying new clubs? Talk about the SST PURE robot.You get to build the ultimate golfer using parts from different players—whose swing, whose short game, whose mental game, and whose fashion sense are you stealing? And who's your nightmare Frankenstein golfer?Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the show!
There's been a whole Masters Tournament and a whole WrestleMania since the last episode, and Nick and Cassie have THOUGHTS. Listen as they debate Rory's win, talk about newbies on Tour, commit to some strong chicken sandwich takes, and MORE!(00:00-10:49) Golf talk including a career grand slam, JT in the winner's circle, our upcoming Driver Fitting Month, and MORE.(10:50-30:39) Yea or nays featuring John Cena, $50 tee times at the Old Course, a self-disqualification, and MORE!(30:40-end) Interview with Marshall Thompson, Fujikura Tour RepDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show!Book your fitting: clubchampion.com
Nick is reporting live from Augusta this week! Our two hosts break down the practice rounds, the concessions, the merch, and MORE in this Masters special!(00:00-22:05) All things Masters Championship, Club Champion updates, and MORE.(22:06-41:49) Yea or nays featuring Augusta's SubAir system, ChatGPT, space tourism, and MORE!(41:50-end) Listener QuestionsHow do the Tour trucks at Augusta compare to what everyday golfers can experience at Club Champion? What is your Masters Champions dinner menu? F*ck, marry, kill — Masters food edition: pimento cheese sandwich, Georgia peach ice cream sandwich, egg salad sandwichDon't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the show!
Happy hard launch week to the Tiger post that will keep giving us memes all year! Listen as Nick and Cassie break down the TGL finals, thrift store golf club finds, the ups and downs of scratch-offs, and MORE! (00:00-21:54) Golf talk including Viktor at the Valspar, Hadwin FAFO with a sprinkler, a Players Championship recap, and MORE.(21:55-36:41) Yea or nays featuring Augusta's Azalea, Scottie's Masters menu, Duke, and MORE!(36:42-end) Interview with Don Rea Jr., President of the PGA of America Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show!Book your fitting: clubchampion.com
Nick and Cassie are ready for St. Patrick's Day with this boozy back-and-forth! Listen as they cover Russell Henley's eagle, Tiger's surgery, bar crawls, and MORE!(00:00-17:16) Golf talk about rangefinders on Tour, Xander back in the TGL, Callaway's deal with LIV, Club Champion updates, and MORE.(17:17-30:31) Yea or nays featuring grip powder, Good Boy seltzers, Guinness, and MORE!(30:32-end) Listener QuestionsHow much damage do range mats and indoor fiber mats actually do to your clubs? Why does Club Champion fit the shaft first? Trivia: What do you think the most Googled golf brands have been so far in 2025, and in what order? Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the show!
We can finally feel our faces again here in Chicago! Nick and Cassie dive into the Florida swing on Tour, talk about their favorite Hooters order, opine on short courses, and MORE!(00:00-11:02) Golf talk including another first-time Tour winner, Tony Finau subbing in, Sand Valley's newest course, and MORE.(11:03-30:05) Yea or nays featuring PGA Tour 2K25, Rob Ogle's sand art at St. Andrews, Bryson's "unique" new irons, and MORE!(30:06-end) Interview with Stephanie Luttrell, Director of Metalwood Development for Titleist Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show!Book your fitting: clubchampion.com
Golf season is officially here! Listen as Nick and Cassie talk about the party hole at the WMPO, Rickie's disappearing act, classy White Castle dining, and MORE!(00:00-16:28) Golf talk including Detry at the WMPO, a Tiger-less Genesis, casting for Happy Gilmore 2, and Club Champion updates.(16:29-24:33) Yea or nays featuring Bettinardi's custom Eagles putter, the Bears matriarch, the PXG Secret Weapon, and MORE!(24:34-end) Listener QuestionsWhat brands do you see people fitted into MOST and how has that changed over the years? How does a fitting help a golfer understand how many wedges they should have in their bag? Would you rather: Be a mid pro golfer (make cuts and decent money) but never really be a name OR have one really big win and then never be heard from again?Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the show!
We have demos for days this week! Nick and Cassie catch up on tour news, reveal the dozens and dozens of demos hitting stores, debate a $3K golf bag (!!), and MORE! (00:00-19:48) Golf talk including the Fitzpatrick rule, Tiger's shot clock violation, Taylormade's newest golf ball, and MORE. (19:49-32:08) Yea or nays featuring Jim Nantz, lowercase golf bags, Chiefs vs. Eagles, and MORE! (32:09-end) Interview with Brian Williams, VP of R&D for Callaway Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show! Book your fitting: clubchampion.com
New year, new takes! Nick and Cassie kick off season five with some strong opinions on the new TGL, a laundry list of new demos, a countdown to the PGA Show, and MORE! (00:00-32:48) Golf talk including TGL's first two weeks, EVERY DEMO EVER, and Club Champion updates. (32:49-45:25) Yea or nays featuring The Hammer, The Other Course at Scottsdale National, Pop Culture Jeopardy, and MORE! (45:26-end) Listener Questions 1. How different is the new equipment vs. last year's equipment in terms of performance? 2. What non-golf things do you do between shots to pass the time? 3. Rank in order from "tolerable" to "immediately jail": Slow play, the people who yell dumb stuff in a golfer's backswing on TV, driving the cart on the green, walking in a playing partner's line, giving unsolicited swing advice Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the show!
It's our season finale AND our 100th episode!
We're one episode away from the end of the season! This week, Nick and Cassie chat about Anthony Kim, the USGA conforming list, hosting holiday events at Club Champion, and MORE! (00:00-22:34) Golf talk including Tiger Woods skipping the Hero, the LPGA commissioner stepping down, Logan Olson putters, and Club Champion updates. (22:35-39:49) Yea or nays featuring Bandon Dunes' new tee time process, joggers on the course, planted flags, and MORE! (39:50-end) Listener Questions 1. What happens at a Club Champion group event (holiday party, corporate event)? 2. What are the biggest golf trends on the horizon for 2025? 3. F*ck, marry, kill — Christmas movies: Home Alone, Die Hard, A Christmas Story Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the show!
Buckle up for the most unhinged episode yet! Nick and Cassie chat through recent golf news, including Rory in Dubai, punishment for slow players, golf drinks, and MORE! (00:00-12:55) Golf talk including Brittany Lincicome's last ride, Nelly's seventh win, unrest over the Policy Board's suggested changes, and MORE. (12:56-38:38) Yea or nays featuring custom yardage book covers, Logan v. Tyson, deviled eggs, and MORE! (38:39-end) Myth busting with Brad Syslo, Lead Professor of Club Champion University Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show! Book your fitting: clubchampion.com
This episode is 50% golf, 50% wrestling as Nick and Cassie talk about all the recent news. Tune in to hear takes on the Undertaker's theme song, greenskeeper revenge rounds, caddie payments, and MORE! (00:00-13:50) Golf talk including Nelly Korda's incredible season, a devastating day for a DP Tour hopeful, Bubba's Habitat for Humanity house pledge, and Club Champion updates. (13:51-34:06) Yea or nays featuring fanny packs, "no golf" clauses, reduced PGA Tour field sizes, and MORE! (34:07-end) Listener Questions 1. What demographics do you think are underserved by golf and how is Club Champion helping them improve their games? 2. How do new brands/models end up in the A.I. Fitter Co-Pilot's system? 3. F*ck, marry, kill -- Chicago sports: '95 Bulls, '16 Cubs, '85 Bears Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the show!
Nick and Cassie are loving the weather and leaving the 2024 golf season behind. Tune in to hear takes on Nutter Butter, dogs on golf courses, top Halloween candy, and MORE! (00:00-13:51) Golf talk including the Presidents Cup, LIV players in the Ryder Cup, John Daly doing John Daly things, and Club Champion updates. (13:52-24:12) Yea or nays featuring Bingo Bango Bongo, the Golf Pride x James Bond collab, drive-in movies, and MORE! (24:13-end) Listener Questions How long does it take to "get used to" brand new fitted clubs? Online fittings are getting more popular, especially with A.I. as a buzzword. Are they BS? F*ck, marry, kill -- Halloween candy: Reese's Cups, Snickers, M&Ms Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the show!
Fall golf is nearly here — Nick and Cassie are counting down the days! Listen as they chat Presidents Cup, weird brand mashups, Adam Sandler, and MORE! (00:00-12:02) Golf talk including Jim Furyk's f-bomb, Rory's runaway clubhead, Happy Gilmore 2, and MORE. (12:03-26:52) Yea or nays featuring the leaf rule, oversized drivers, Coke-flavored Oreos, and MORE! (26:53-end) Interview with Nick Venson, Founder & CEO – SWAG Golf Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show! Book your fitting: clubchampion.com
The season is over, yet Nick and Cassie have SO MUCH to talk about. Tune in for takes on LIV's 2025 schedule, Romo's trip to Q-school, Darth Vader, and MORE! (00:00-37:44) Golf talk including Scottie's $62 mil, Lexi's final Solheim Cup, mind tricks on the course, and the TopGolf/Callaway divorce. (37:45-51:23) Yea or nays featuring the Andrew ‘Beef' Johnston, haunted houses, the Cardigan Classic, and MORE! (51:24-end) Listener Questions 1. What is the difference between SAM PuttLab and Quintec? 2. How do you feel about NOT teeing it up on par threes and would that habit change a person's fitting? 3. Two truths and a lie: Golf edition This episode is brought to you by our friends at EVNROLL. Learn more about their handcrafted putters: evnroll.com Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the show!
Four weeks worth of news in one giant episode! Nick and Cassie catch up on all the golf news including the Olympics, the BMW, mini drivers, and MORE! (00:00-18:41) Golf talk including Scottie's gold, Keegan, the FedEx Cup, and MORE. (18:41-38:03) Yea or nays featuring Fitzpatrick's driver, fantasy football, Matt Kuchar, and MORE! (38:04-end) Interview with Mike Nicolette, Senior Director R&D – PXG Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show! Book your fitting: clubchampion.com
This entire episode is basically one big tangent! Nick and Cassie cover all the recent golf news and chat about everything else that comes to mind. Tune in for takes on tattoos, youth golf, putting robots, and MORE! (00:00-13:31) Golf talk including Jon Rahm in the winner's circle, a seven-year drought, and MORE. (13:32-31:45) Yea or nays featuring table tennis, dirty sodas, golf betting games that are more definitely not called Umbrella, and MORE! (31:46-end) Interview with Kevin Weeks, 2023 PGA Teacher & Coach of the Year, Director of Instruction - Cog Hill Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show! Book your fitting: clubchampion.com
It's British Open week...or is it the Open Championship week? Nick and Cassie recap Tour news, an alleged extortion, Ryder Cup captaincy news, and MORE! (00:00-19:31) Golf talk including a Scot winning the Scottish, a war of words between Tiger and Monty, and tee time penalties. (19:32-36:45) Yea or nays featuring the Aliens, Ryder Cup captains, candy salad, and MORE! (36:46-end) Listener Questions Do Tour players PURE their shafts? What does "mostly highly trained fitters in the industry" actually mean? F*ck, marry, kill -- Major trophy edition: Green Jacket, Claret Jug, Wannamaker Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the show!
It's Nick's favorite holiday — he and Cassie talk about 'Merica and all the recent golf news. Tune in for takes on TPC Deere Run, llama caddies, corn hole, and MORE! (00:00-14:40) Golf talk including snapped drivers, snoozy tournaments, aces and odds, new demos, and MORE. (14:41-30:04) Yea or nays featuring 9-woods, home course handicaps, novelty caddies, and MORE! (30:05-end) Interview with Jason Horodezky, CEO/CTO of Kinetixx Golf Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show! Book your fitting: clubchampion.com
Three Majors down! Nick and Cassie recap Pinehurst, discuss mean tweets, define dry swingweighting, and MORE! (00:00-19:04) Golf talk including Bryson's Trophy Tour, the upcoming Olympics, and divorce petitions. (19:05-37:08) Yea or nays featuring the Drutter, Epsom salt, carnivals, and MORE! (37:09-end) Listener Questions 1. What have been the biggest advancements in shafts in the time you've been in the fitting industry? 2. What does it mean to "dry" swingweight and why does it matter? 3. Would you rather: See the PGA Tour get rid of all dress codes OR see them institute uniforms so you can't tell anyone apart? Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the show! This episode is sponsored by our friends at EVNROLL. More about EVNROLL: evnroll.com
It's another wild wedge week for Nick and Cassie! They talk to the man behind JP Wedges and discuss on and off-course antics. Tune in for takes on Justin Timberlake, golfers without a Major, and MORE! (00:00-18:10) Golf talk including tragedy on Tour, dropped charges, retirements, fan caddies, and MORE. (18:11-32:46) Yea or nays featuring Park Golf, Red Lobster, Slim Shady, and MORE! (32:47-end) Interview with JP Harrington, Owner of JP Wedges Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show! Book your fitting: clubchampion.com
You know it's a good week when all the golf headlines have nothing to do with the game! Nick and Cassie tackle Scottie's worst drive, Rory's rumors, pricing misconceptions, and MORE! (00:00-13:36) Golf talk including golf's newest felon, Nelly nabbing a sixth win this season, Rory's divorce, and a new Major winner. (13:47-22:51) Yea or nays featuring the Wanamaker Trophy, four-day work weeks, 700+ yard holes, and MORE! (22:52-end) Listener Questions 1. How do fittings and lessons work together? I.e. why should I have a fitter AND an instructor? 2. Why is it a misconception that Club Champion is overpriced? 3. Never Have I Ever, Golf Edition – what's one golf thing that everyone has done that you HAVEN'T? Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the show!
We're feeling wedges this week! Nick and Cassie talk to the Vokey team and discuss some wild wedge designs. They also sound off golfer/caddie breakups, special exemptions, and MORE! (00:00-25:30) Golf talk including Jim and Fluff, TGL teams, LIV Golf in our backyard (much to everyone's disdain), and MORE. (25:31-40:05) Yea or nays featuring wild sand wedges, trivia nights, FAAFO, and MORE! (40:06-end) Interview with Aaron Dill, Vokey Wedge Relations This episode is sponsored by our friends at Nineteenth Golf. More about Nineteenth Golf: nineteenthgolf.com Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show! Book your fitting: clubchampion.com
Is it really almost May?! Cassie and Nick recap the Masters, cover sports bets, Nelly and Scottie's respective Tour dominance, and MORE! (00:00-12:11) Golf talk including Scottie going back-to-back, Nelly nabbing a fifth straight, TGL teams, and crazy betting payouts. (12:12-27:33) Yea or nays featuring high number golf balls, Dairy Queen, the NFL Draft, and MORE! (27:34-49:39) Listener Questions 1. TrackMan vs. GC Quad – what are the main differences and why is TrackMan the choice for Club Champion? 2. Swearing on the course – thoughts? 3. Would you rather: Lose six figures on a bet but see Tiger win another Major OR win a massive amount of money on a bet but confirm that Tiger will never play golf again? Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the show!
We're all about elite athletes this week! Between the Masters and our guest, this might be the best week EVER. Nick and Cassie interview all-around amazing human Bo Jackson (yes, THAT Bo Jackson) and chat through their Masters predictions, all the new clubs in stores, and MORE! (00:00-23:08) Golf talk including Nick's pick, LIV players in the field, all the winning drivers so far this year, and so. many. new. demos. (23:09-58:58 Interview with all-star athlete (and Nick's good friend) Bo Jackson. (58:59-end) Yea or nays featuring Caitlin Clark, leg day, pimento cheese, and MORE! Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show! Book your fitting: clubchampion.com
It's TPC Sawgrass week and Nick and Cassie are ready! Listen as they debate Kim's comeback, the wire-to-wire win at Bay Hill, the Oscars, and MORE! (00:00-19:51) Golf talk including Scheffler dominating Bay Hill, Zalatoris leaving distance on the table, a Players preview, and new stores. (19:52-39:25) Yea or nays featuring season two of Full Swing, In-N-Out Burger, burial grounds on courses, and MORE! (39:26-01:19:46) Interview with Alex Dee from the brand new shaft brand, Aretera Shafts. Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show! Book your fitting: clubchampion.com
Cassie and Nick are gearing up for Spring! They cover Nick's new clubs, Anthony Kim, Monster Jam, and MORE! (00:00-19:56) Golf talk including rookie Jake Knapp, back-to-back Ws for Patty, and Charlie Woods being thrown into the deep end. (19:57-38:00) Yea or nays featuring the Match 9, Monopoly, Bob Rotella, and MORE! (38:01-50:41) Listener Questions 1. As a Master Fitter who gets fitted every year, what are you looking for out of your fitting experience (i.e. what are the fitter qualities that impress you most)? 2. What would you change about the Club Champion brand/business model right now if you could? 3. F--, marry, kill | golf drink edition: Transfusion, John Daly, beer Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the show! This episode is sponsored by our friends at UST Mamiya. More about UST Mamiya: ustmamiya.com
This week is part Super Bowl recap, part airing of WMPO grievances! Listen as Nick and Cassie discuss the antics in AZ, new demos and new equipment brands Nick has never heard of, Super Bowl commercials, and MORE! (00:00-26:56) Super Bowl chat and golf talk, including LIV in Vegas, WMPO sh*t show, and lots of new stores. (26:57-43:20) Yea or nays featuring Scottsdale Stadium Course, movie sequels, Mickelson's "aces", and MORE! (43:21-01:24:51) Interview with Jake Thurm, PGA Regional Director of Instruction Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show! Book your fitting: clubchampion.com
It might feel like January 54th but it's the start of February and our hosts love talking golf! They cover return rumors, multi-billion dollar investments, Lydia Ko, and MORE! (00:00-20:26) Golf talk including Nick Dunlap, Anthony Kim, and the woman formerly known as Mrs. Pat Perez. (20:27-34:33) Yea or nays featuring the 2024 PGA Show, window seats, Super Bowl LVIII, and MORE! (34:34-47:27) Listener Questions 1. Is there ever a scenario in which you fit someone for both right-handed AND left-handed clubs? 2. What brand do you think has the MOST impact on the sport of golf? 3. Would you rather: Be able to move things with your mind but only if they're 3 pounds or less OR be able to fly but only at night? Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the show! This episode is sponsored by our friends at Titleist. More about Titleist: titleist.com
Cassie and Nick are keeping warm with some hot takes! Listen as they discuss Tiger's new venture, YouTube golfers, ALL the demos, and MORE! (00:00-29:12) Golf talk, including Fleetwood, Murray, Korda vs. Horvat, new stores, and all the demos you could dream of heading to stores. (29:13-01:03:55) Interview with Matt Saternus, Plugged In Golf's Co-Founder & Director of Instruction (01:03:56-01:21:34) Yea or nays featuring Edel Array putters, Coach Jon Scheyer, TopGolf's latest job listing, and MORE! Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show! Book your fitting: clubchampion.com
The holidays are over, which means...a new season of Nick and Cassie! They cover all the headlines, intense athletes, brand new club releases, and MORE! (00:00-19:16) Golf talk, including the long-awaited new club season, the start of the PGA season, and LIV's off-season issues. (19:17-31:33) Yea or nays featuring Mac Daddy Santa, the Stack System, Pop Tarts, and MORE! (31:34-42:48) Listener Questions 1. Why doesn't Club Champion sell equipment online? 2. How does a brand decide what lines stick around and what lines are retired during new product season? 3. Would you rather have to bring your wife and kids with you for EVERY round of golf you play for the rest of your life OR never drink alcohol before, during, or after a round ever again? Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show! This episode is sponsored by our friends at PING. More about PING: ping.com
Director of Ops, David, steps in as co-host while Cassie is filming commercials in Texas! He and Nick talk about Club Champion's 12 Days of Christmas, Kirkland Irons, father/son golf, and MORE! Then, Garsen Grips President and CEO, Bernerd Garsen, joins Nick to talk about grip technology, fitting, and the future of the brand. Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the show! For more club content, follow us on Instagram: @clubchampionmedia Let us know what you think of the show on Twitter: @clubchampmedia
Rollbacks, Rahm, and rookies...Cassie and Nick cover all the headlines, Tiger, holiday dessert opinions, and MORE! (00:00-6:54) Tiger's BACK (?), HWC could use some changes, it's PGA awards season (6:55-13:00) Sammy Spieth humbled his dad, Morikawa leveled by a 2-stroke penalty, LIV might be bagging a Masters champ (13:01-19:50) Rory has some takes on golf balls and Nick lights those takes on fire (19:51-23:15) CC news: new clubs are coming, two new stores, promotion update (23:16-33:51) Yea or nays featuring fully lit golf courses, reverse mulligans, inflatable decorations, and MORE! Listener Questions (33:52-37:07) How does the proposed golf ball rollback change CC's fitting philosophy, if at all? (37:08-41:25) What is carbon bending in shafts and why does it matter? (41:26-44:56) F---, Marry, Kill...holiday desserts edition: pumpkin pie, gingerbread cookies, red velvet cake Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show! This episode is sponsored by our friends at Titleist and our friends at PING. More about Titleist: titleist.com More about PING: ping.com
Take a break from the Black Friday shopping for the turkey edition of the pod! Nick and Cassie talk TGL delays, games of policy board and announcer desk musical chairs, Thanksgiving parades, and MORE! (00:00-6:52) Turkey talk, a first-time PGA TOUR winner, $2m for the ladies, Olympic concerns (6:53-15:42) TGL roof in ruins, Brooks trolling the LIV IG, Jordan stepping in for Rory (15:43-19:50) Azinger out, Tiger out of legal trouble and back in the field soon (19:51-24:48) Club Champion news: Demos, Black Friday, new stores on the horizon (24:49-56:21) Interview with Sam Bettinardi, President of Bettinardi Golf (56:22-01:07:49) Yea or nays featuring Cog Hill, Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, center-shafted putters, and MORE! Don't forget to rate, review, and subscribe to the show! For more club content, follow us on Instagram: @clubchampionmedia Let us know what you think of the show on Twitter: @clubchampmedia
It's slow season out on the Tour but that isn't slowing Nick and Cassie down! They chat about bad bets, Adam Long, TGL, and MORE! (00:00-8:30) Halloween recap, a fairway sweep, sh*t-talking Tiger's course design (8:31-16:02) Rahm might be running to LIV, Korn Ferry bans some bettors, the countdown to Tiger's senior tour debut (16:03-22:40) CC news: Super vague sneak peek at January launches, demos, four new stores, Veterans Day offer (22:41-33:35) Yea or nays featuring spikeless golf shoess, Christmas decor, and MORE! Listener Questions (33:36-36:50) What is the benefit of getting fitted in the off-season? (36:51-39:42) How much research is too much research before a fitting? (39:43-44:42) Who would play you in a movie about your life? Also -- what actors would play chairman of the board, Joe Lee, and your wife? Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show!
This week, Cassie is bubbling with excitement over Halloween and Nick just wants to watch football. They talk about the Crushers, long drives, candied apples, the most fun courses, and MORE! (00:00-8:24) Morikawa and Minjee are winners, Bryson makes a $14 million birdie, LIV wants some guarantees (8:25-14:10) Kyle Berkshire wins a belt, Nick counts down Golf Digest's "most fun" courses (14:11-18:11) Club Champion news: Three new stores and one new state (18:12-32:35) Yea or nays featuring push carts on the green, ayahuasca, Halloween music, and MORE! (32:36-1:01:53) Interview with Drew Cody, 33rd ranked in the World Long Drive Championships Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show! For more club content, follow us on Instagram: @clubchampionmedia Let us know what you think of the show on Twitter: @clubchampmedia
There's nothing unlucky about Friday the 13th when there's a new episode of the pod! Nick and Cassie lament the lame US showing at the Ryder Cup, talk through some LIV news, chat about the Big Easy, and MORE! (00:00-4:58) Nick "doesn't want to talk about the Ryder Cup" and then does so for five minutes (4:59-8:39) Matt Fitzpatrick is a winner (and so is his mom), Lexi is prepping to beat the boys (8:40-14:07) LIV won't be ranked, the Justice Department is guilty of slow play, deciphering the 2023 LIV team championship (14:08-20:35) CC news: It's shaft season, World Long Drive, new Center Valley studio (20:36-36:24) Yea or nays featuring Shell Bay, New Orleans, Friday the 13th, and MORE! Listener Questions (36:25-41:48) Of the 65,000 combos in every store, how many of them are actually relevant to any given golfer? (41:49-44:24) What do you think will be the biggest thing to change about custom fitting in the near future? (44:25-47:21) Would you rather: Allow open qualifications to the Ryder Cup (like the US Open) for men, women, juniors, etc. OR allow golfers to pay their way into a spot on the team. Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show! This episode was sponsored by our friends at Honma Golf! Check them out at us.honmagolf.com.
This week, Nick can't wait for the Cup and Cassie gives the hottest take of her life. Also, Spencer Reynolds from Fujikura joins the pod and gets reeeeeeeaaallllyyyy honest about the Roman Empire. (00:00-7:32) Betting on the Ryder Cup (or not?), equipment swaps, Brooksy's attempt to rewrite history (7:33-12:23) All square at the Solheim, Lexi's least favorite memory from the week, new formats (12:24-16:57) Bryson really likes Chicago, Adidas files suit, warehouse tragedy (16:58-20:25) Club Champion news: new demos, Furyk & Friends, World Long Drive Championship sneak peek (20:26-55:19) Interview with Spencer Reynolds, Product & Brand Manager at Fujikura Golf (55:20-01:18:30) Yea or nays featuring the Ryder Cup trophy, Swifties, persimmons, and MORE Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show! For more club content, follow us on Instagram: @clubchampionmedia Let us know what you think of the show on Twitter: @clubchampmedia
There's no such thing as an off-season for Nick and Cassie! They talk Ryder Cup, the Fortinet/Fortnight Championship, bad bets on the Jets, and MORE! (00:00-11:09) Ryder Cup concerns, throwback polos, NSFW mental warfare on the course (11:10-15:24) Tiger spotting, scorecard math is hard, Rory made a wish come true (15:25-18:16) Stacks and stacks at Shadow Creek, bunker blackmail (18:17-23:22) CC news: A ton of demos, Putter Fitting Month, new Vancouver studio (23:23-41:39) Yea or nays featuring Sacks Parente, Christmas decor, Aaron Rodgers, and MORE! Listener Questions (41:40-45:55) How does SAM PuttLab work? (45:56-47:38) When deciding between a fairway wood or a hybrid for a golfer's bag makeup, what factors go into that recommendation? (47:39-50:56) Which would you rather give up forever -- the ability to play through OR being able to get out of a hazard in one shot? Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show! This episode was sponsored by our friends at SeeMore Putters! Check them out at cart.seemore.com.
Cassie left the show in Nick's hands this week so he brought in the Chairman of the Board, Joe! They talk Ryder Cup teams, male vs. female clubs, Happy Gilmore, and MORE! (00:00-11:01) Ryder Cup Team USA takes, salty snubs, and Viktory to the tune of $18 million (11:02-15:57) Bob Barker (RIP), Scottie's scoring is seventh to one, and an unfortunate 4-putt steals the show (15:58-23:38) Patrick Reed really doesn't know how to use hashtags, salty snubs redux, and a penalty that might have been worth it? (23:39-31:18) Club Champion news: new demos, new studios, Putter Fitting Month is here (31:19-53:51) Yea or nays featuring Scotch games, playoff formats, Yellowstone, and MORE (53:52-01:27:24) Interview with Samir Ghousheh, Chief Revenue Officer at Winston Products, which carries Flat Cat Grips Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show! For more club content, follow us on Instagram: @clubchampionmedia Let us know what you think of the show on Twitter: @clubchampmedia
Nick and Cassie get culinary this week to talk about peanut butter + banana sammies, popsicles, Sunny D seltzer, and MORE! (00:00-06:45) Swass, Glover's swag, the BMW is in our backyard (06:46-16:18) Phil Mick-water ball, money games, American ladies are topping the charts (16:19-22:02) Costco hot takes, Club Champion updates + demos (22:03-33:51) Yea or nays featuring port-o-potties, spiked coffee, cage fights, and MORE! Listener Questions (33:52-36:15) Why doesn't Club Champion fit for Krank drivers? (36:16-40:33) How do Club Champion builders adjust swingweight during a build? (40:34-46:56) Rank your top three golf movies...and your least favorite. Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show!
We're bringing you golf news from A to X this week! Wilson's Product Line Manager, Harry Nodwell, joins Nick and Cassie to nerd out about specs and give his take on skipping Majors. PLUS: Yea or nays, Tour equipment swaps, money talks, and MORE! (00:00-12:38) 3M recap, shaking it up with announcers, LPGA wins and DQs (12:39-20:16) Being on the bubble, Phil demands an apology, Tiger is the new director in town (20:17-32:22) Club Champion news: new demos, a new Texas studio, and a new name on social media (32:23-01:12:00) Interview with Harry Nodwell, Wilson's Product Line Manager (01:12:01-01:28:44) Yea or nays featuring John Daly (the drink), new Twitter branding, Messi, and MORE Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show! For more club content, follow us on Instagram: @clubchampionmedia Let us know what you think of the show on Twitter: @clubchampmedia
It's movie magic vs. Major magic! Nick and Cassie talk about the upcoming (British) Open Championship, Barbieheimer, stealing Scotty Camerons, and MORE! (00:00-10:41) Bets about the Open, Rory wins in Scotland and trolls a fan, "garage club" clickbait (10:42-17:20) Rahm and Callaway re-up, Lydia Ko whiffs...on three holes, a BS record for Davis Love III (17:21-28:16) Steph Curry aces and races, morons try to steal putters in their pants, Titleist T-Series demos are nearly here (28:17-41:02) Yea or nays featuring breakfast balls, Willy Wonka, concerts at golf events, and MORE! Listener Questions (41:03-49:22) How does Club Champion decide where to put a new fitting studio and why aren't there any Club Champions inside of country clubs? (49:23-51:35) What's one thing you would see on a golf course that would cause you to leave mid-round? (51:36-55:48) Would you rather: Have an Augusta membership and free Masters tickets for life OR be present at all four Majors to see a golfer win a Grand Slam? Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show!
The inventor of putter grooves and the teeless driver is on the pod! Nick and Cassie catch up with Evnroll's Guerin Rife to talk two ball putters, Disney World, John Hughes, and MORE. PLUS: Yea or nays, Fowler finally finishes, Champions Tour records, and a new meaning for DILF. (00:00-07:53) Independence Day recap, TPC Deere Run is what's up, Bernhard Langer is an oldie but a goodie (07:54-13:26) Three-peat on the LIV Tour, SERENITY NOW, Lexi Thompson has an awful run of luck (13:27-22:22) Club Champion news: new demos, a new Mississippi studio, and a sneak peek at a new promotion (22:23-01:04:50) Interview with a putter legend — Evnroll's Guerin Rife (01:04:51-01:25:31) Yea or nays featuring Leo Burnett, AimPoint, golf "uniforms", and MORE Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show! For more club content, follow us on Instagram: @txgxcc Let us know what you think of the show on Twitter: @TXGxCC
Another Major in the books and Nick...wasn't feeling it. Nick and Cassie run through the U.S. Open at LACC, the wordiness of Watson, terrible Twitter rankings, and MORE! (00:00-9:50) Wyndham Clark wins the U.S. Open, Rickie wins our hearts, Gordon Sargent could probably win a lawsuit if unfairness was illegal (9:51-17:45) Tom Watson pens a looooooong open letter, LPGA ladies are breaking records, Pat Perez has a beef with Phil's photography, most hated golfers on Twitter (as ranked by science) (17:46-18:16) Club Champion updates (sort of) (18:17-30:46) Yea or nays featuring SkyTrak, Black Mirror, LIV's compensation fund, and MORE! Listener Questions (30:47-31:55) How does tee height come into play with driver fittings? (31:56-36:16) How often should a mid-to-high handicapper be fitted? (36:17-43:23) If you had a time machine, what one thing would you change about your golf life? Don't forget to rate, review and subscribe to the show! For more club content, follow us on Instagram: @txgxcc Let us know what you think of the show on Twitter: @TXGxCC