In The Fairway

Every once in a while the stars line up perfectly and things fall in place. So it is this week on the podcast when we talk with Sports Broadcast Hall of Fame member Verne Lundquist. Imagine all the tremendous and tragic golf he's witnessed over the 40 years at the Masters. Last week was Verne's final Masters and we were lucky enough to be able to spend some time strolling down Magnolia Lane with him. Check in and check it out, you're In The Fairway.

Hello friends! All things Masters are discussed this year as Jerry and Chris invite their man on the ground, Chet Wilmes, to join them In The Fairway. Hear what piece of history Chet was able to sneak out of Augusta National. All picks were generated before the ceremonial tee shots by Tom Watson, Jack Nicklaus and Gary Player were hit. Sit back, keep the television tuned to the action and listen to the boys of summer. You're In The Fairway!

Occasionally we are fortunate enough to schedule guests who we could talk to for a long time. This week was one of those. Our guests include Henry Diana, who caddied for Stephan Jaeger last week when they teamed up to win the Houston Open. Also on the podcast is Jeff Babineau, a journalist who has covered 30 Masters from back when Ben Crenshaw won the green jacket. Always timely yet hardly on time, it's In The Fairway!

Nothing like a win every 9 years to make a guy puddle up and cry. This week we chat with Chad Antus, caddy for Peter Malnati. Chad tells the story of how they won last week and sums up Peter's chances at the Masters, where neither of them have ever been. Jerry and Chris debate what Justin Thomas could do to improve his attitude during tour events too. A feel good story from two feel good guys. It's In The Fairway!

If you ever thought to yourself, Brian Harman should speed up or he waggles too much over each shot, you're not alone. So, the boys of summer went directly to the source to find out. Harman's caddy, Scott Tway, otherwise known as Big Country, joins the boys to discuss the Arnold Palmer Invitational and his T2 finish at the Players. He also lends inside information why his player waggles so much over each shot. Jerry and Chris are here to debate all the relevant topics in golf, In The Fairway.

In typical fashion, the boys of summer have another winning caddy chatting with them. Chris Callas works for Brice Garnett, who won the Puerto Rico Open last week. As a result they're teeing it up at the Players Championship this week. Would his player ever hit a practice shot from the drop zone on #17? Tune in to find out. Jerry and Chris talking all things golf In The Fairway!

This week's show features loads of talk about the upcoming first major of the year. William Lanier knows Augusta National like no one else as he lives a scant one mile away. He's worked there as a young man and has caddied at the Masters twice. His current player is a young phenom, Carson Young. On your mind and on your nerves, it's In The Fairway!

Who else can show up 5 holes late the first time he worked for Tiger other than our guest? Joe LaCava is not only a member of the Caddy Hall of Fame but he's one of the most entertaining guests we've ever had. And, he's worked for some of the highest profiled players on the PGA Tour, including Tiger, Fred Couples, Dustin Johnson and Patrick Cantlay. Always on point and occasionally on your nerves, it's In The Fairway.

One of our all timers, Duane Bock, caddy for Sepp Straka, joins us in the fairway. The stories and laughter will make you roll on the floor, like it does us. How did Duane ever win a caddy race on hole #16 at the Waste Management? Wait?! What?! Duane Bock is an Olympic athlete? Find out right here In The Fairway! You're welcome!

Was last week's Waste Management Open out of control? Tune in to hear how the boys plan to fix it. Guests include Dave Markle, caddy for Nick Taylor, who won big last week. Also, the feel-good story of the week was Jim Knous's story and path to his T28 finish in Scottsdale. Hear what's next for him. Always topical, occasionally indifferent, it's In The Fairway.

This week Jerry's at the Waste Management Open shaking hands and renewing old friendships. Joining the boys is lead analyst for Golf Channel Curt Byrum. The discussion varies from ball rollback to Nick Dunlap turning pro. The discussion is always lively and usually entertaining. It's In The Fairway!

Just back from the PGA Merchandise Show in Orlando, Jerry chats about the new products and a few that are non-essential to the game of golf. Joining the boys is Henry Diana, long-time caddy who was working for Stephen Jaeger last week at Torrey Pines. They had the lead going into the final round but fell victim to the tough south course. Listen to Henry's depiction of what happened and how the trophy slipped away from them. Always enjoyable, sometimes callous, it's In The Fairway!

Another week and another coup for the boys of summer. Jay Green, caddy for Grayson Murray, fresh off their playoff win at the Sony, joins Jerry and Chris to learn more about the win. Jay's encouragement on the playoff hole and his read for the winning putt are gold. Hear all about them in this edition. In The Fairway, always informative and occasionally worth the time!

Rarely do we have a guest that is so engaging and open about life on tour as we did this week with Jerry's old friend, Kip Henley. The story about Kip needing to sell his caddy yardage books to fund getting back out on tour is classic. Later in the show the boys chat with Jason Finley, Director of the Callaway golf ball division. You'll hear from the inside what it takes to prepare for the impending ball rollback. Inside stories and information is what In The Fairway is all about!

After a week off the boys are charged up and ready to bring you up to speed on everything golf related. Even Chris seems to be more positive. Their special guest, Billy Spencer, is an old friend of Jerry's. Billy's take on a variety of topics is unique to say the least. He's currently working for Lanto Griffin but has been a caddy for an incredibly long time. Ask Billy a question and you'll get a direct answer. Always entertaining, occasionally grumpy, it's In The Fairway!

As our gift to you, our loyal listeners, we give you one of the most entertaining guests we occasionally have on the podcast. Geno Bonnalie, caddy for Joel Dahmen, is our special guest in this edition. Thirty minutes of laughter and fun are ahead in the interview. Also, Jerry and Chris go through some of the top stories of 2023 and weigh in on each one of them. The boys will be taking the next week off for the holidays, so stay tuned for a new episode in the new year!

The headline reads “another winning caddy loses his job.” Leave it to Jerry and Chris to get to the bottom of the story by having Jack Clarke, who was dismissed by Ludvik Äberg, relate the full details. Also in this episode is a chat with Cameron Percy who was the medalist at the PGA Tour Champions Q School last week. Hear what it takes to get on and stay on that tour. Our Christmas gift to you, our listeners from In The Fairway!

Perhaps you heard about the rules snafu involving Collin Morikawa last week at the Hero World Challenge. If you didn't understand what happened and why it happened you'll want to listen to this episode. Jerry and Chris chat with JJ Jakovac, Collin's caddy, who was in the middle of the infraction. Where else do you get this inside information but In The Fairway! You're welcome!**This episode was recorded prior to Jon Rahm signing with LIV Golf.

One of their favorite guests, Paul Tesori, caddy for Cam Young, joins Jerry and Chris this week to talk about Cam's prospects for the coming year and Paul's formula for winning the Masters. You can weigh in on what effect it would have on the PGA Tour if Jon Rahm defected to the LIV Tour by emailing the boys at inthefairway2023@gmail.com. Always topical, occasionally humorous, it's In The Fairway!

Ludvik Âberg nearly set an all time record on tour last week at the RSM. Joining Chris and Jerry this week is his caddy, Jack Clarke, fresh off the first win by the tour rookie. Hear first-hand how Jack got the job and what their on-course conversation is like. Also, the boys welcome in Brad Fritsch, co-owner of Red Rooster Golf. This is a surging glove and accessory company which is opening eyes with their success, quality and customizable subscription program. Always informative, occasionally irreverent. It's In The Fairway! 

Jerry and Chris always enjoy chatting with tour caddies and this week is no exception. Billy Poore and Mike Darby have been inside the ropes for years and have worked for multitudes of players. The stories they tell include inside information and a smattering of humor at the same time. Find out which players are easy to work for and who are the opposite in this edition of In The Fairway! Saddle Up! 

Once again the boys of summer dig deep for you, the fans of the podcast, in bringing you the full story behind the scenes at the World Wide Technology Championship by chatting with Brian Reed, caddy for Matt Kuchar. Hear Brain's take on how that quad cost Kooch the tournament and what his real thoughts are about El Cardinal, designed by Tiger Woods. As is always the case, you heard it here first from Jerry and Chris In The Fairway!

Winning players and winning caddies; that's what we seem to have every week on the podcast. This week is no different. Jerry and Chris tee it up with Steve Alker, last year's Charles Schwab Cup winner who is currently 2nd in the standings. Also on the first tee with the boys is Alison Lee who recently won the Aramco Team Series on the Ladies European Tour. Put a peg in the ground and take a swing at this week's show. You'll want to tell your friends about In The Fairway.

Jerry and Chris welcome Curt Byrum from Golf Channel into the fairway to discuss everything from Ryder Cup to Player of the Year to what his first round of golf on tour was like. Let's see if you agree with Curt's picks for Player of the Year and Rookie of the Year. Jerry and Chris, two guys with way too much time on their hands bringing you up to date insignificant golf information. In The Fairway, where we all want to hit the next shot from. 

Every week the boys of summer bring our listeners some of the best content from the people who are in the golf headlines. This week is no exception! Guests include Tom Kim's caddy, Joe Skovron, fresh off the win at the Shriner's Children's event in Las Vegas. Also joining Jerry and Chris is Shay Knight, Viktor Hovland's caddy, to talk about what went on inside the ropes and the team room at the Ryder Cup. Tell your friends, it's In The Fairway!

If you wanted to hear a first-hand account about Joe LaCava, Rory McIlroy and Hatgate at the Ryder Cup look no further than this week's show. Special guest is John Ellis, caddy for Wyndham Clark who was paired with Patrick Cantlay Saturday afternoon when the proverbial crap hit the fan on the 18th green. Check it out and tell your friends, it's In The Fairway!

Where else can you go to hear the opinions and accounts of the Ryder Cup but In The Fairway? Jerry and Chris welcome into the fairway, Damon Hack from Golf Channel to chat about what the US team could have done to bring home the cup. Also in the podcast is Duane Bock, caddy for Sepp Straka on the European team. They DID bring home the cup. Hear all Duane's stories about the week. Always enlightening, mostly amusing, it's In The Fairway.

The boys pride themselves on finding winning caddies and this week is no different. Adam Woodward, caddy for Charley Hull from the winning European Solheim Cup team, is this week's guest. Should the team who has possession of the cup retain the cup when there's a tie score? Jerry and Chris ask Adam his opinion and toss around possible playoff scenarios in case of a tie. Give us your thoughts on whether team matches should have a definitive playoff to determine an ultimate winner or leave well enough alone? Sound off!Always fun, occasionally controversial. It's In The Fairway!

A good couple of weeks in front of the boys with the Solheim Cup followed by the Ryder Cup. As always, Jerry and Chris found a recent tour winning caddy in Henry Dianna who picked up the bag for Steve Stricker last week on the PGA Tour Champions and took home the hardware. Henry's thoughts about who might win the Ryder Cup are GOLD! So much golf, so little time. It's In The Fairway!

Once again the boys of summer have scored a coup by interviewing Joe LaCava who has caddied for Freddy Couples, Tiger Woods and now Patrick Cantlay. Want to find out when Tiger will play again and the differences between players? You need to hear what Joe has to say. Always informative, usually entertaining, it's In The Fairway!

Jerry Walters | 12:31 PM (7 hours ago) |  | to meThe boys of summer are getting used to being snubbed by both captains for the Ryder Cup. This week the chatter is mostly about the picks that European captain, Luke Donald, selected. Good or bad, we have our opinions and so does Jeff Babineau, writer for pgatour.com. Also joining us in the fairway is JJ Jakovac, caddy for Collin Morakawa, to discuss the US chances in Italy later this month. Always timely, somewhat abrasive, it's In The Fairway.

Amazing run these last two weeks by Viktor Hovland. Hear all about it when Jerry and Chris chat with Viktor's caddy, Shay Knight. Did Zach Johnson get it right with his 6 Captain's picks? The boys toss it around with Damon Hack from Golf Channel. Always fun, maybe a little controversial?! It's In The Fairway!

Jerry and Chris wrap up the US Amateur and the BMW from last week. Topic of discussion is who will be picked for the Ryder Cup coming up in Italy. Joining the discussion is long time caddy, Paul Tesori, who worked for Webb Simpson for years, but is currently looping for Cam Young. Should Justin Thomas and Brooks Koepka be on captain Zach Johnson's radar? Listen to Paul's thoughts on the subject. He's worked countless Presidents Cups and Ryder Cups and caddied all over the world. He knows what it takes to compete at the highest level. Always entertaining, fairly accurate, it's In the Fairway.

Another week, another podcast with the boys, Jerry Walters and man of the people (whatever that means) Chris Negri. Special guest this week is Ricky Barnes, winner of the 2002 US Amateur. Topics covered are what it feels like to play competitive golf 7 days in a row. Winners of the US Am receive an invitation to next year's Masters. Was Ricky able to order room service in the Crow's Nest at Augusta National? Listen in and find out. Always fun, occasionally grumpy, it's In The Fairway!

The boys of summer are back after a week off and are they ever fired up about the upcoming Ryder Cup. Special guest, lead analyst for Golf Channel, Curt Byrum, weighs in on whether or not Justin Thomas should be one of Zach Johnson's picks. Also on the table is a conversation about Player of the Year and Rookie of the Year. Who would you pick? Always fun, occasionally cranky, it's In The Fairway!

The boys of summer bringing you a 1-T2 punch this week. Guests include Scott Tway, caddy for Brian Harman fresh off their impressive win at the Open. How many gloves were under the umbrella Sunday? Listen and find out. Also, we have a bonus interview with one of our favorites, Duane Bock. He was just on with us two weeks ago when he and Sepp Straka first joined up for a win at the John Deere. If not for the bogey on 18 Sunday they would have been solo 2nd last week. Duane's stories of his hotel and the final round at Hoylake are hilarious. It's In The Fairway, always entertaining, mostly irreverent.--Jerry Walters

It's OPEN WEEK! Our favorite week of the year. Because of the broadcast schedule, sleep is doubtful for the boys. Special guest this week is Bill Rogers, Champion Golfer of the Year in 1981. Bill was also named player of the year on the PGA Tour the same year when he won 7 professional events worldwide. Bill's stories about the week at Royal St Georges when he nearly missed his tee time are incredible. Check i t out and tell your friends to tune in. Always fun, occasionally impudent, it's In The Fairway!

Another week, another winning caddy chats with Jerry and Chris. Old friend and one of our favorite guests, Duane Bock, worked for Sepp Straka the first week and got a win. Hear everything that went on during the final round where they posted a 62 including a double bogey. Duane is going to the Open at Hoylake with Sepp and relates humorous stories about caddying at the Open his first time. Also joining us is Sam Froggatte, one of the founders of EyeLine Golf, the most trusted training aid on all tours. Good guests, great stories! Buckle up! Another award winning episode!

The Boys of Summer set to entertain you and provide up to the minute breaking news about Terry McNamara, Terry was Annika's caddy for a number of years and is at the U.S. Women's Open at Pebble Beach. The news Terry gave us was heard here first. Wait til you hear what he has to say. What a week it was in golf last week, and the upcoming week will be just as compelling. Always fresh, occasionally insolent, it's In The Fairway.

So much golf, so little time. Again, the boys of summer, Jerry and Chris, find a way to connect with a winning caddy. This week they chat with Jon Lehman who was on the bag for Ruoning Yin, the recent winner of the KPMG Women's PGA Championship. Guess how many weeks they've been working together. Also on this week's edition is the Executive Director of the Colorado Golf Association, Ed Mate, who has some surprising thoughts about the gaffe from the USGA official at the US Open. The ruling concerning Rory's drop from the imbedded ball on the 14th hole is in question. Always insightful, occasionally irreverent, it's In The Fairway!

Just a few days after their blockbuster US Open win, Wyndham Clark's caddy, John Ellis talks to the boys about touring around NYC with the trophy. Was there alcohol involved? You be the judge. Also, in this week's episode, Jerry was fortunate enough to score some FREE golf at the Air Force Academy as part of a media day for the US Junior Girls Championship. Get all the pertinent information in an interview with Tracy Parsons, Director of the US Junior Girls event coming up in July. FREE Golf! What a country!

The US Open! What can be better than a discussion with someone at the venue? Jerry and Chris talk to their man on the scene, Arnie Cunningham, tour rep for some of the best companies in golf. We talk about the course and who has the best chance to take home the hardware. Also the boys churn out the current information about the proposed merger one week after the announcement. Take a listen to someone who has been out on tour for 38 years. Hard to believe he'll still take a phone call from Jerry. Buckle Up! It's US Open week!

Jerry and Chris attempt to sort out all the recent news about the tours merging in this episode of In The Fairway. So many questions. Guests this week include Shay Knight, fresh off the win with Viktor Hovland at the Memorial. We get his thoughts on the upcoming US Open and chat about some incredible shots last week which helped secure the win. Also, Thomas Pagel from the USGA joins the boys to preview the US Open in LA next week. If you want to know why the USGA closed down Wilshire Blvd for three nights prior to the tournament, you'll have to tune in. Always fun, mostly informative, it's In The Fairway.

Jerry goes through the list of players that Chris is perturbed with this week. The boys welcome into the fairway a very special guest in Mark Long who caddied for Fred Funk right out of college and stayed with him for years. Tour players on the PGA and Korn Ferry Tours depend on Mark these days for precise yardage in the books he creates for every tour event. He's been everywhere and has seen everything. Wait till you hear the faux pas he committed at LA North where the US Open is in two weeks. We still can't believe it!

Jerry and Chris are at it again In The Fairway. Special guests this week are an all-time favorite from Golf Channel, Damon Hack, who weighs in on whether the LIV players should be included in the US Ryder Cup team. Also, Mal Baker, caddy for Talor Gooch on the LIV Tour has had two wins recently. He chats with the boys about life on the renegade tour. Included is a discussion between the boys about putters and proper putter fitting. Lots of content, loads of fun.

A very special episode of In The Fairway this week with Jerry and Chris features an old friend in Duane Bock, who has caddied for Kevin Kisner for 14 years. Also on the podcast is David Graham, World Golf Hall of Famer and winner of the 1979 PGA Championship and the 1981 US Open. David discusses starting his professional career in Australia and why he was forced to quit playing golf. Bonus segment at the end of the broadcast is a conversation with Steve Hulka, caddy for David. Oh the stories……! Hope you enjoy the chatter about this week's PGA Championship. 

In this week's episode of In The Fairway, Jerry and Chris chat with the most recent winner on the PGA Tour, Wyndham Clark and his caddy, John Ellis. Not thinking about going to the Masters next year was quite a surprise for Wyndham when John reminded him of it. Check out the transformation that Wyndham Clark has made to become a winner on the PGA Tour.

Hey golf fans, In The Fairway with Jerry and friends is back at it again. This week, Jerry and Chris Negri chat with 1988 PGA Championship winner, Jeff Sluman and a winner all over the world, Arjun Atwal. The lively chatter is sure to entertain and make you think . The boys ask both guests about the recent topic online, SLOW PLAY on tour. Tune in and catch the discussion.

Another terrific show is on deck for golf fans around the world. Jerry teams up with Chris Negri to bring you all the latest happenings from the world of golf. Guests this week are Edoardo Molinari, winner of the 2005 US Amateur who is now the assistant captain of the European Ryder Cup team. Also, Brennan Little, longtime caddy for Gary Woodland and others chats about working for Mike Weir and winning the Masters in 2003. Buckle up for this episode and enjoy the show. 

In The Fairway with Jerry and friends is back after a week at the Masters. Chris Negri joins Jerry to unpack all the Masters chatter and speculate what's next for Tiger Woods after his WD last week.  Old friend Steven “Pepsi” Hale chats about his new player and his optimism going forward. Always a great time chatting with Pepsi! Take a listen and enjoy!

Wrapping up the week at the WGC Dell Match Play with our two special guests sets the tone for the podcast. In The Fairway with Jerry and friends welcomes in Chris Negri to chat about the upcoming Masters as well. Two outstanding guests weigh in rounding out the show. Fresh off the win at Austin County Club, Travis Perkins who works for Sam Burns, gave us tremendous insight and perspective to the championship. One of our favorite guests, Damon Hack, runs through the scenarios from the week as well. Another awesome show. Did Travis Perkins really offer Jerry a ticket to the Masters or was he kidding?