Flagstick Podcast

As the outdoor golf season begins, we're diving into everything that gets us excited for a new year on the course—whether it's testing new gear, hitting the range for the first time, or reconnecting with golf buddies. We also discuss the surprising moment when one of the LPGA's top players whiffed a shot, and how that led us to reflect on our own golf nightmares. Plus, we explore fun and meaningful golf challenges—perfect for adding excitement to your rounds or raising money for a good cause. Finally, we kick off a multi-episode series on golf customer service and its impact on the game, from the perspective of both newcomers and seasoned players. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

The countdown is on to the Flagstick Open! Join us for the latest news and a compelling case for why you shouldn't miss the Flagstick.com Shootout. We're also eagerly awaiting warmer weather as Ontario's golf courses burst open for the season! This week, we tackle a crucial question: who can you trust for golf equipment reviews? Plus, we dissect those sudden-death finishes at the Masters and RBC Heritage – is it the best way to decide a winner? We'll share our thoughts on Nelly Korda's Czech-inspired Champions Dinner, empty the mailbag with early RBC Canadian Open predictions, ponder the return of the Korn Ferry Tour to Canada, explore the unique charm of Harbour Town, look ahead to the next major, preview the Chevron Championship, and delve into the mini-driver phenomenon. We'll even discuss when to upgrade your driver, assess JT's chances of winning more the rest of this year, and reveal the golf courses topping our 2025 wishlists! Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

This week, we dive deep into the hallowed grounds of Augusta National to dissect Rory McIlroy's triumphant and historic victory at the 2025 Masters. Relive the thrilling final round, the dramatic playoff against Justin Rose, and the significance of McIlroy finally completing the career Grand Slam. We'll analyze the key moments, discuss the emotional weight of his achievement, and place this win within the context of golf history, examining what it means for his legacy and the sport as a whole. But the conversation doesn't stop at the iconic 18th green. We then shift our focus to the future of the game, tackling the pressing issues currently facing junior golf. From rising costs and accessibility challenges to the balance golf course owners must navigate to achieve their business goals, both short and long term. Join us for a thoughtful and engaging discussion that bridges the magic of Augusta with the realities of nurturing young talent on the fairways. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

Amid The Masters, there is not much else we want to talk about. Aside from Jeff addressing a beef he has with social media figure Paige Spiranic about how people should choose the tee decks they play from, it's nothing but Masters talk this week. With the 485-page Masters Media Guide as our backbone, we take a look at some facts and figures from the most beloved golf tournament in the world. We bring you some nuggets you may not be aware of, some that will be familiar, and some you might not even care about. In any case, it's a fun episode about a tournament we both love, which continues to be the unofficial start of golf season for many around the world. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

With the 2025 edition of The Masters set to happen next week, it's time to take a look at the opening male major of the season. Among the aspects we discuss are its validity as a major, the traditions, the strength of field, who are the favourites, can Scheffler repeat, can Rory complete the career grand slam, what do we like on the concessions menu (and what is the latest addition), and many more aspects of what many consider to be their favourite major championship. We also discuss how the weather affects the golf season, the continued presence of one-size-fits-all golf swing methodologies, and how our golf course openings calendar is shaping up. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

Golf season is here in our area...sort of. We chatted about that and the prospects of outdoor golf soon. TGL has concluded its inaugural season. We recap the finale, give our final verdict on the first campaign, and ponder what we might see in season 2. Famed golf club designer Roger Cleveland has returned to the company he founded in 1979. We discuss what this means for Cleveland Golf and take a stroll down memory lane about the products he was responsible for. Golf researcher Dave Pelz passed away on the weekend at age 85. We explore his legacy and how he changed the modern game of golf forever. On the Back 9, we are joined by author David McPherson for an interview about his latest book, 101 Fascinating Golf Facts. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

There's plenty to talk about on this show as the outdoor golf season in most parts of North America draws closer. For those in Eastern Ontario and Western Quebec, we'll provide updates on range and course openings, discuss the release of the 2025 Golf Facility Openings Calendar at Flagstick.com, and highlight courses that are already open in Ontario. With the Canadian dollar struggling against foreign currencies, we've seen an increase in requests from people looking to spend their golf travel dollars within Canada this year. We dive into that, exploring destinations now on the radar for upcoming golf trips. Jeff has spent some time on TikTok recently and stumbled upon some "Hot Takes" on golf. This sparks a conversation about twelve-hole courses and twilight green fees that might pique your interest. On the Back Nine, we take a broader look at Rory McIlroy following his recent victory at The Players Championship, which brings him close to $100 million in career PGA TOUR earnings. We discuss his legacy, what the future may hold for him, what's holding him back from winning The Masters, and what a win at Augusta National could do for his public perception. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

It's a big week in professional golf, so we take a look at The PLAYERS Championship and offer some thoughts on the event, the Canadians in the field, and Scottie Scheffler's quest to win it for a third consecutive time. We also chat about last week's events, particularly the Arnold Palmer Invitational and some comments by Collin Morikawa about his decision to not speak to the media after a tough loss. Jeff and Scott exchange their opinions on the situation. Staying on the PGA TOUR theme, Scott shares about his opportunity to attend and play in the Puerto Rico Open Pro-Am - what it entailed, what his impressions were of the opposite-field event, and some general comments on the destination. In addition to all this, we summarize the recent Ottawa-Gatineau Golf Show, talk about pending golf facility openings here in Ontario, and reveal who made the 2025 Class of Inductees for the Ontario Golf Hall of Fame. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

The 2025 inductees for the Canadian Golf Hall of Fame have been announced. We tell you who made the cut, and what made them Hall of Fame worthy. We delve into some golf content, including details from the new Netflix Full Swing Season 3 and the 2025 plans for the PGA TOUR's Creator Classic. Almost two months into the year we check in on how the big pro tours are doing, specifically the Canadians playing them and how they are faring. Greg Chambers from the National Golf Owners Association Canada joins us for an interview about the upcoming Ottawa-Gatineau Golf Expo. He provides details on what you can expect from this year's show. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

Birthdays, sickness, hockey, pulled pork, and even some golf on this show. We catch up after a week away, bring some updates on tournament registrations, golf shows, and golf jobs, and then we get to the show's meat. As we pine to play some outdoor golf, we highlight a number of regional and worldwide golf holes, break down the designs a bit, and share how we might play them. It's a good chance just to talk about hitting some shots, how we view strategy in golf course design, and also create some aspiration to play some of the best-known golf holes in North America, and beyond. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

There is plenty to discuss this week as we creep ever so slowly toward the outdoor golf season here in Canada. The schedules are out regionally for the Ottawa Valley Golf Association and the Flagstick.com PGA of Ottawa Tour; we dig into those to discuss highlights, specifically when it comes to the venue. We drop some opinions on the 27th PGA TOUR victory by Rory McIlroy and the latest week of the TGL. On the news front, we let you know which Canadian just made the watch list for the NCAA Ben Hogan Award and who was named the new COO and General Manager at eQuinelle. On the Back 9, we discuss golf club fitting, something more golfers are doing as opportunities become available and the investment in golf gear increases. We help familiarize you with the process and what to expect. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

As we move further into the new year, the world of golf is heating up. This week on the Flagstick Podcast, we delve into the 2025 Golf Ontario schedule, share our thoughts on week 4 of the TGL, and discuss the potential arrival of rangefinders on the PGA Tour. On the Back 9, it's an LPGA focus as the circuit returns, and we explore what lies ahead for stars like Nelly Korda and, in particular, Canada's own Brooke Henderson. Henderson, winless for two years, appears poised to capture her 14th victory in her 11th year on tour at just 27 years old. We also recap the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am and highlight the newest winner on the Asian Tour, who previously enjoyed success winning tournaments here in Canada. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

Soooo much to talk about this week. Golf season is firing up on the pro tours, equipment scene, and travel business. We dip into a lot of it. Part of it is chatting about the latest Canadian winner on the Korn Ferry Tour and a huge player announcement for the 2025 RBC Canadian Open at TPC Osprey Valley. On the Back 9, we discuss the TGL and where we stand with it after week three. There are a few hot takes, so you may want to tune in to those. We close it out with some chatter on things we'd like to personally do in golf in 2025, leading us to a stunning realization about what did NOT happen in 2024. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

It was a big weekend for Canadian golf fans as Nick Taylor earned his 5th PGA TOUR victory at the SONY Open in Hawaii. We dig into a bit, how it played out, what it means, and share some of Taylor's thoughts on the outcome. After the debut of the TGL last week, we circle back to the 2nd night of the indoor golf league and see how it held up. Is it showing flaws, getting better or worse, and have we changed our opinion on its future? On the Back 9 we have a wide look at the many new golf product introductions that have happened in the last few weeks ahead of the 2025 PGA Merchandise Show. What are the trends, what stands out, and what do we think will be some of the best products of the season. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

It's time to kick off the new year with Episode #110. We get caught up with each other after a few weeks away, look at some tournaments already taking place worldwide, and reveal the 15 players who will be part of the Ottawa Valley Golf Association Junior Development Program. We dropped some details on registration for the 2025 Flagstick Open Amateur Championship, and our big discussion is about TGL, the Tomorrow Golf League, and all our impressions of the first night of action. What did we like, what did not appeal to us, and how do we think it could be better.

It's that time on the calendar, when we wind things down after many hours of recording, take some time to reflect on the twelve months that have passed, and be grateful for all that went on. On this show we take a run through some highlights of the 2024 season. We do that from a local, provincial, Canadian, and International perspective. We talk tournaments, outstanding players, and just moments in general. It's a great way to close out the year. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

We return this week with a special interview and plenty of golf news from the last two weeks. First, we will share news of recent awards from the Ottawa Valley Golf Association and Golf Quebec. We bring you details on our Indoor Golf Directory and some information on how a Calgary-based golf entertainment centre plans to start expanding across Canada. We also get you up to date on a few professional events, mostly qualifying schools for the PGA TOUR, LPGA TOUR, and Ladies European Tour, where Canadians are competing. We also discuss the Hero World Challenge, Scottie Scheffler, Tiger Woods, and the betting prospects of the team formed by Brooke Henderson and Corey Conners at the Grant Thorton Invitational. On the Back 9, we have a feature interview with Jose Miraflor, the Vice-President of Product Architecture and Consumer Connections at COBRA GOLF on their new DS-ADAPT drivers, fairways, and hybrids that are highlighted by the FutureFit33 system and adapter. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

With a major gift-giving holiday less than a month away, we figured it was time to record a show that our listeners can share with their loved ones. On the Back 9 of this episode, we run through a list of potential golf gifts that every golfer might appreciate, in a wide range of prices. That will make it the perfect podcast to listen to with friends and family so they can get a subtle hint about what you might like to receive this year if they are so inclined. On the Front 9, we wrap up the PGA TOUR and LPGA Tour seasons with updates on how the Canadians fared. We also reveal who the new Tournament Director of the CPKC Women's Open is, where the PGA TOUR Americas will be taking their season-ending championship in 2025, and let you know where you can buy a golf course in eastern Ontario right now. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

Many of the pro tour seasons are coming to a close, so we update you on their status and qualifying schools. We have some regional job news and also share details on the 17 players named to Team Ontario for 2025. We discuss big changes coming to the PGA Tour and highlight the season-ending LPGA tournament and their big purse news. On the Back 9 we get you ready for indoor golf season with a load of advice on how you can get the most of it. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

We return this week with a Front 9 that has a full slate of news from the Canadian golf scene, including amateur, college, club professional, adapted golf, and touring professional golf. We touch on job changes, strong finishes by Canadian juniors, and pros playing at various qualifying schools. We also share news on the World Long Drive Tour returning to Eastern Ontario for 2025. On the back nine we focus on putters and run through a list of what we think are some of the all-time putter designs. You'll recognize a lot them. We also give a nod to modern putters and speculate about which popular ones may eventually work their way on to the -All-Time Classic list. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

Some fun updates and a more important topic as well in this show. On the Front 9, we lament the closing of the indoor golf season for many here in Canada, catch you up on some news from the PGA of Ontario, LPGA TOUR, and PGA TOUR, and celebrate an industry milestone for a Canadian golf education institution. We also discuss the upcoming mixed-tour Grant Thornton Invitational and share our opinions on why it will likely appeal to some golf fans more than ever in the current pro golf environment. On the Back 9, we look at the new R&A report and guide on golf in small spaces. We summarize it, explore why we feel it is important to the future of the game around the world in a rapidly changing environment, and consider the opportunities for established and new golf businesses. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

Recorded on Jeff's 54th birthday, Scott decided to celebrate him as we mixed in some trivia related to the number 54 and Jeff's birth year, 1970. It's a fun run through some golf and hockey (Jeff's a big hockey guy) trivia with a few side trips to discuss the topics covered. On the Front 9 we discuss some golf course closings and openings in the Eastern Ontario region, some news updates from the Ottawa Valley Golf Association, catch you up on where Canadian pros are playing this week (Hint: all over Asia), and we update you on some Canadian results in college play all over North America. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

With tournament golf slowing down we have a little fun this week, particularly on the Back 9 where we make some Would You Rather? choices for 15 questions. It's bound to make you think and presents some questions you may want to lay on your golf friends as well. On the front 9, we chat about chilly High School golf in Ontario, do a wrap-up of the PGA of Ottawa Annual Awards, the return of Brooke Henderson to the LPGA Tour, and the daunting potential ticket prices for the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

After a week of break, we finally got to wrap up the Presidents Cup and talk about how the event went overall, what it was like being on the ground rather than watching on television, and our thoughts on the future of the event. We share some insight from the World Junior Golf Championships recently hosted in Mississauga, Ontario, wrap up some news from the OVGA, PGA of Ottawa, and Cornwall Sports Hall of Fame, and spotlight a new grip from True Temper. On the Back 9, we discuss Fall Golf, how it impacts golf performance, and what adjustments average players can make to play better and enjoy the game more in cooler, wetter conditions when the ground starts to get much softer. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

It's a milestone show, and we thought we would do something fun to celebrate. Instead of a best of, or a highlight show from our 100 episodes, we take on a classic list from one of golf's most respected journalists, with a twist. On multiple occasions, George Peper of Golf Magazine produced a top 100 bucket list of golf events to fill your golf life with. We have modified it slightly to be more relevant to us as Canadians, and we run through the list to see where we stand with it while sharing a few related stories. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

Social media platforms provide a way for content creators to get their work seen, which is no different when it comes to golf. On this episode our big back 9 discussion is all about it. We mostly have a look at the "entertainment" type channels; who were are keeping an eye on, who we like to watch and why, and maybe even some hints on who could be emerging in this scene. On the front nine, we wrap up the Solheim Cup, discuss the latest events for the Ottawa Valley Golf Association and PGA of Ottawa, and talk about collegiate golf in Canada. That includes a recent NCAA D1 men's event in Canada and what we saw when we dropped out to a Canadian university golf tournament that included some of the best teams from Ontario and Quebec. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

We have plenty to talk about this week with golf season chugging along at the amateur and professional levels. We bring you updates on some events in the Ottawa Valley (Gordon Cup, OVGA, Flagstick.com PGA of Ottawa Tour)and share some insights from a trip to TPC Toronto for the PGA TOUR Americas Fortinet Cup Championship. Scott also made a visit to the Canadian All-Abilities Golf Championship and has some thoughts about the event, the athletes, and the host golf facility. We also get you up to speed on Canadians playing on pro tours around the world, and in the Back 9 take some time to discuss this week's Solheim Cup competition. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

After touching on local and national golf news, we settled in to discuss this week's Captain's Picks that filled out the respective Presidents Cup teams. What did we like, what did we disagree with, and we wonder how much of it even matters to the outcome? We also get you ready for some late Fall travel by chatting about some places we have visited before on the back end of the Canadian golf season to stretch out our year. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

Golf tournament season continues in Canada, fueling our news and topics discussed on the front nine. We run the gamut from the Ottawa Valley Golf Association Senior Men's Intersectionals to the World Deaf Golf Championships with plenty of results and details in between. We take a look at the recent play of Lydia Ko and wonder how this might affect what happens next for her career. On the Back Nine, we delve into the PGA TOUR Championships for a full discussion. From the format to the restoration of the East Lake G&CC, to the meaning of this event and the PGA TOUR playoff structure as a whole. There is a lot to debate and consider as the PGA Tour wraps up its main season. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

There is plenty to talk about this week with many tournaments still going on at a local, regional, and national level. We recap the Ontario Juvenile Championship and the PLAY Junior Golf Tour Kevin Dickey Tour Championship, bring you some notes from the Canadian Men's Mid-Amateur Championship and the AIG Women's Open, plus we have some news from the Presidents Cup, the LPGA Q series, and the PGA of Ottawa Pro-Junior Tournament. On the Back 9, we have a feature interview with the founder and president of the PLAY Junior Golf Tour, Chris Veltkamp. He takes us through the highlights of the 2024 season, including participation and success at the Ontario Summer Games, the Tour Championship, and the season-long Race to the Flagstick.com Cup, and we discuss the continued growth and development of the tour as he looks ahead to 2025. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

This week is all about you - the listener and viewer, the member of the Flagstick.com Community. We reached out to gather your golf questions on any topic and you provided us with many diverse ones. We take on all of them on this show - from thoughts on handicaps, to travel, best halfway houses in golf, innovative products, favourite swings, team golf formats we like, and making swing changes. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

After a week away, we catch back up on all that is happening in the world of golf, at both a regional, Canadian, and World level, including a chat about where we are at with all things golf here at the mid-season point here in Canada. On the Back 9, we chat all about golf in the Olympics; the men's final results (and women's play, so far), the format, the fans, the courses, where it has come, and where it might be going. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

Tournament results and tournament preparation are in focus this week on the show. On the Front 9 we give our final takes on the 2024 Open Championship, drop some news from Ottawa Valley Golf Association, PLAY Junior Golf Tour, Flagstick.com PGA of Ottawa Tour, Golf Quebec, and Golf Ontario events, while also touching on news from the LPGA and PGA TOUR Americas. On the Back 9 our focus is on helping people who are looking to run a golf tournament. We share nuggets and knowledge from our 25 years of being involved with running events. We run through the many things an organizer needs to be thinking about, from checklists and timelines, through to budgets, marketing, and details for a high-quality execution that will make it a success. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

It's a packed show again this week with many golf events going on in the heart of the Canadian golf season. We catch you up on Junior, Amateur, and Pro events - with results from the OVGA, Play Junior Golf Tour, Flagstick.com PGA of Ottawa Tour, and news from Golf Ontario, the LPGA TOUR, and the PGA TOUR Americas on the Front 9. The Back 9 is all about the 152nd edition of The Open at Royal Troon as we give our early takes and share what we're keeping an eye on this week. We have some details on past play at the course, the choice by the R&A not to boost the purse excessively, and dig into the most famous hole at Royal Troon, the 8th "The Postage Stamp." Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

We're neck deep in golf coverage this week with a bunch of news to share and a timely topic to discuss on the Back 9. Among the news topics: OVGA Men's Intersectionals OVGA U13/U15 Championships Alexander of Tunis Championship at Rivermead Is The Canadian Men's Amateur Returning to the National Capital Region in 2025? Updates on the LPGA, PGA TOUR, and DP World Tour Play Junior Golf Tour updates Flagstick.com Shootout Flagstick Academy Tips On the Back 9, we discuss the surprising announcement that Keegan Bradley will be the Team USA Captain for the 2025 Ryder Cup. What are the implications of the decision and how much can a Captain influence the event's outcome? How does that change if they are a Playing Captain; something Bradley has not ruled out? Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

It's a Pandora's box on this show. We've recently done a show on what we love about golf, and now it is time to take it in the other direction. This is not to tear down the game but just to give our observations on how it could be made better to address the golf market in 2024 and into the future. Among the angles we discuss are junior golf participation, golf equipment pricing and opportunities, etiquette and respect for the course, education and lessons, course amenities, technology, and marketing by associations at a consumer level to drive interest and engagement. It's a detailed look at what golf is and what it can become to keep the game attracting players into the future and keep the business of the game thriving. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

Prompted by a recent visit to the Brantford G&CC, the boys discuss this week a very deep and subjective topic - What Makes A Golf Course Interesting? We give our takes and views on why a course often appeals to us, and why others do not. Our discussion is just a slice of what the topic deserves so we encourage listener/viewer feedback. We'd like to hear what makes a golf course interesting to you. On the Front Nine, we re-cap the recent Flagstick.com PGA of Ottawa Tour event, give the latest updates on the PLAY Junior Golf Tour, let you in on news from the U.S. Senior Open and The Open Qualifying, and explain why the PGA TOUR Americas event in Edmonton is playing a 17-hole course. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

On the Back Nine Jay Fawler, Social and Content Manager of PGA TOUR pathways joined us for an interview as the PGA TOUR Americas starts their North American swing in Victoria this week. He shares insights on the tour, his role, and what the PGA TOUR is doing to elevate the profile of their feeder tours. On the Front Nine we chat about major championships on the men's and women's pro tours, and bring you news from the PGA of Ottawa Pro-Pro, Golf Ontario Women's Match Play, and the recent World Long Drive Endless Summer event in Belleville, Ontario.

With the U.S. Open being played at Pinehurst Resort, our conversation about the championship dominates the show this week. We chat about our experiences on the #2 course, how it will play for the field, and what our full expectations are for the major. We make some picks and give details on what disasters and opportunities wait for the field, including the seven Canadians playing. We also catch you up on some of the latest news about regional golf tournaments and give you an update on who may represent Canada for the men in golf at the Paris Olympics. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

We have plenty of news to share this week at both the local, regional, and national levels about the RBC Canadian Open, the Ottawa Valley Golf Association, the LPGA, and a young Canadian amateur from Eastern Ontario qualifying for the U.S. Open. We also discuss some upgrades happening at regional golf courses and why it is important for their futures. On the Back Nine, we discuss the changing face of golf content, the evolution in our 30 years of producing it, how we are adapting, how the audience is changing in their consumption habits, and a new project that we have that fits right into how consumers are seeking golf information and entertainment.

We've got two national opens to talk about on this show, one in the United States and one in Canada. Before we get to those, we catch you up on the latest regional news from eastern Ontario including details from the Spring Open for the Flagstick.com PGA of Ottawa Tour, some upgrades happening at Loyalist Country Club in Bath, Ontario, and the signing of a Kingston athlete to an endorsement contract with a major golf club manufacturer. We had a lot of preview material for the RBC Canadian Open on our last show, but we bring you some current details from the week including comments by players like Rory McIlroy on the renovated Hamilton Golf and Country Club layout. On the back nine, we look at the US Women's Open and the Canadians taking part, Brooke Henderson, and Maude-Aimee Leblanc. Brooke met with the media earlier in the week and shared some insight on why she enjoys major championships. We also discuss the retirement news from Lexi Thompson, and we finish up the show with some Ancaster or Lancaster Trivia. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

We're back this week with no shortage of topics to discuss, starting with a wrap-up of the Flagstick Open Amateur Championship at eQuinelle. We had some fine play over two days with fantastic weather and we will give you all the details. In our look at news, we get you caught up on the start of the PLAY Junior Golf Tour season at Rideau View, the kickoff of the junior schedule for Golf Ontario where low scoring was the norm, and look ahead at the Flagstick.com PGA of Ottawa Tour Spring Open. We share some news about the future site of the RBC Canadian Open and have some quick updates on the Flagstick.com Shootout, as well as the latest economic impact study released by the National Allied Golf Associations. On the Back 9, it's all about the RBC Canadian Open as we preview next week's return to the Hamilton Golf and Country Club where Rory McIlroy won in 2019. We discuss the history of the event at the course dating back to 1919, take a look at some of the early player commitments, and share some insight on the changes for the golf course that have taken place in the last five years that will undoubtedly impact scoring and overall play for Canada's only PGA Tour event.

Jeff is over-caffeinated, and Scott is a little sleepy, but we try to bring it all to the table for this episode. With it being #82 we decided to share some thoughts on the most-winning PGA TOUR winners, with 82 wins a piece, Tiger Woods and Sam Snead. We share some memories of encounters with both men and moments of watching them play. We also delve into their playing records to debate the validity of the 82 credited wins and how it's not possible, nor necessary to compare the two and their impact on the spot in very different eras. On the Front Nine, we discuss the Ontario Golf Hall of Fame Ceremony this week, the inductees, and how special an event it is. We also share some junior golf news, discuss the latest PGA TOUR winner from Canada, Taylor Pendrith, and drop some details about the upcoming Flagstick Open. Plus, we reveal the latest player commitments to the RBC Canadian Open and put a call out for volunteers for an Ontario Championship. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

With the outdoor golf season here we are starting to get plenty of questions about equipment so on this show we take on a popular topic among our community members - fairway woods, particularly the three wood. What makes for a good three wood; what features might be helpful when choosing one, and for those not ready to buy a new one, what are some of the most popular ones of the past? We take all that on in our Back Nine. Call it a mix of advice and nostalgia and we blend expert advice with personal experiences from the last few decades of being around new product introductions. On the Front Nine, we catch you up on the hot play of Stephen Ames on the Champions Tour, the continued success of Canadians on the PGA TOUR Americas, and some Eastern Ontario news regarding the Ottawa Valley Golf Association's Junior programming, as well as an update on some regional golfers qualifying for U.S.G.A. Championships. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

We take a different approach for Episode #80 by digging deep into our mailbag to address many questions from the community. But first, we talk about the current king and queen of golf, Nelly, Korda, and Scottie Sheffler, catch you up with some Canadians having success on the professional and collegiate fronts, and examine what the latest big finish in a major championship has done for Brooke Henderson‘s world rankings. From the listener mailbag, we answer a myriad of questions on a wide range of topics including: Travel destinations - locally and beyond, some favourite holes and courses, equipment, what we look forward to in 2024, the best advice we've been given in golf, favourite training aids, and even which LPGA tour players we would like to play with on a scramble team. It's almost an hour of answers to your questions that we are happy to answer. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

In the wake of The Masters, there's a lot to talk about this week and we start with a recap of the first men's major of the year. We give our thoughts on the success of Scottie Scheffler, how the rest of the field responded, and our overall impressions of the championship. We also update you on some recent recognition for Canadian golf clubs for their outstanding junior programs, some news of major television coverage coming to an eastern Ontario golf event, and we discuss the recent passing of a familiar and beloved PGA of Canada golf professional. On the Back 9, we get you ready for the golf season by discussing the things you need to do to prepare with your equipment, and then what your expectations should be to start the season. We also detail how you can adjust indoor golf practice to outdoor golf play. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

Masters week is here but since we already did a preview two weeks ago, we have another angle on this show that is applicable all year long. After we get you updated on news from the Presidents Cup, PGA of Ottawa, Ottawa Valley Golf Association, Ontario Senior Men's Championship and the Flagstick.com Shootout presented by COBRA PUMA Golf, we take the show in another direction - to the lesson tee. We take a look at some of the skills that are needed for players to have sucess at the Augusta National Golf Club, how they relate to the average golfer, and how they can make those parts of the game better. That includes insight on long iron play, improving contact and control with short wedge shots, getting long breaking putts closer to the hole, and how to manage your game play for optimal scoring. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

On the brink of the Canadian golf season and The Masters, there is plenty to chat about on this show. We discuss the fluctuating weather and how it is affecting golf course openings in our region; Scott weighs in from an event he attended with adidas golf; and we chat about some upgrades at some regional courses. We also dig into the special edition products created around The Masters and share a nugget of trivia from a recent post at Flagstick.com. On the Back Nine, we are joined for an interview with Augusta James. Now a golf course General Manager, the former amateur and professional golfer explains how her background has helped in her current role, gives her perspective on the industry in general, and what showcases the creative programs they are embracing at Briar Fox Golf Club. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

After the latest Canadian news from the professional, college, and junior ranks, it's all about The Masters as we look ahead to the 2024 Championship. We take a run through last year's leaderboard to see who might continue their good play at Augusta National; we consider who might play best among the Canadians; and we take a glance at the early odds being given to the top and bottom players. We also discuss who might be the more popular storyline if they happen to win at Augusta. We also chat about our favourite holes and shots that test the players and ponder just how much of a green fee we might pay if we were allowed to play at the Augusta National Golf Club. Also part of the show is a discussion on golf balls based on a web poll we did about whether people use the same model for all their rounds. You might be surprised at the results and what we have to say about it. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748

The boys return in full form this week, with plenty to catch up on, starting with The Players. The 50th playing was exciting for several reasons, and we share some thoughts on the week in Ponte Vedra. We roll you through a number of news stories including: The opening (and closing again) of some regional golf courses due to the weather The start of the 1st PGA TOUR Americas Season Veteran Alena Sharp earning her way into this week's LPGA field through qualifying The announcement of the host site for the 2025 CPKC Women's Open OVGA tournament news, annual general meeting news, and a discussion about the Ottawa Valley Golf Hall of Fame and the induction class of 2024 On the Back 9, we discuss the traditions of The Masters, focusing on the Champions Dinner menu for 2024 as curated by John Rahm and what we might like to have on our own menu.

With the weather improving and golf season just about here there is plenty to discuss on this show. We start with the Ottawa-Gatineau Golf Expo and share what we saw there, it's level of success, and what we think it means for the golf year ahead. That leads us into discussion of our golf course openings calendar, the Presidents Cup and what International Captain Mike Weir has to say about it this week, the LPGA's event in Singapore and how some Canadians fared, on and off the bag, season 2 of Netflix's Full Swing, and the opening of applications for the 2024 Flagstick.com Shootout presented by COBRA PUMA Golf. On the back 9, we take an observation from the recent golf show and turn it into a conversation about the changing face of golf and those who play it. Who they are, how they will be influenced, and how the business of the game has to adapt to the new clientele. We also make our picks for the winners of the Ottawa-Gatineau Golf Expo draw for a Cleveland Golf wedge, Srixon golf bag, and Cleveland Golf putter. Music by: https://www.bensound.com/free-music-for-videos License certificate #2227748