Podcasts about Fuzzy Zoeller

(00:00) Golf Distance and Self-Perception This chapter explores the nuances of golf distances and perceptions among golfers of various ages and skill levels. I discuss the average distance a golfer hits a seven iron, noting that it is often cited as 138 yards, but recognizing that this average can be misleading due to the broad range of golfer ages and abilities. Jeff Smith and I share our personal distances, with Jeff hitting his seven iron further than the average due to both his skill level and the elevation where he plays. We also humorously address exaggerated distance claims made by some senior golfers, highlighting how golfers often remember their best shots as their standard. Lastly, I recall attending Fuzzy Zoeller's Wolf Challenge, where I observed a variety of celebrity participants, underscoring the diversity and appeal of golf events. (11:00) Honesty in Golf This chapter touches on the themes of honesty and sportsmanship in golf. We start by addressing the famous movie quotes often misattributed, clarifying that "A man's got to know his limitations" is actually from "Magnum Force," not "Cool Hand Luke," which features "What we have here is a failure to communicate." Shifting to golf, we stress the importance of honesty about one's abilities on the course, emphasizing how inflated claims about driving distance are unimpressive. We share stories of golfing scrambles and the notorious cheating that often occurs, humorously recounting a scramble in Louisville where the police team won with an unbelievable score. We also explore the concept of "sandbagging" in golf—where players misrepresent their abilities, either to gain an advantage or to boost their ego—and question the motivations behind such behavior. (23:28) Golf Handicap Misconceptions This chapter explores the intricacies of the golf handicap system and its purpose as a representation of a golfer's potential. We break down common misconceptions, such as the belief that a handicap is a direct reflection of one's average score, and clarify how it actually accounts for a player's best potential performance. By analyzing a golfer's last 20 scores in relation to course and slope ratings, the system offers a fair way to compete across different levels of difficulty. We discuss how this system allows for fair competition, even against top players like Tiger Woods, by adjusting scores based on the course's challenges. We also touch on the issues of dishonesty in reporting scores and how that affects the perception of one's skill level. Ultimately, we emphasize the system's role in leveling the playing field and fostering fair competition, while acknowledging that not everyone reports their scores truthfully. (34:21) Improving Your Golf Game This chapter transports us to the beautiful mountains of Arizona, where we discuss the striking landscape surrounding the golf course and reminisce about the journey from cornfields to mountain vistas. We reflect on an intriguing story about Reggie Brooks, a former Notre Dame running back who scored a touchdown while unconscious, highlighting the unpredictable nature of sports. Shifting gears, we address the common reluctance among athletes to take golf lessons, despite their lifelong experience with coaching in other sports. We ponder why professional athletes, who understand the value of coaching, often shy away from lessons in golf, and emphasize the importance of seeking guidance to improve one's game. I share my personal experience of mastering the "hinge and thump" technique, illustrating the power of simplifying golf. Finally, we caution against emulating professional golfers without proper practice, stressing the need to approach the game in a way that suits one's own level and abilities.

In Part 2 of Episode 34, I'm joined by Bob Friend Jr., the 1984 and 1985 Western Pennsylvania Amateur Champion and 1985 Pennsylvania State Champion, and David Peoples, a two-time winner on the PGA Tour. Bob Friend Jr. is the son of Bob Friend, the Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher who helped them win the 1960 World Series. Known among his former Tour peers as one of the all-time great grinders, Bob Jr. honed his game much like US Open Champion Bryson DeChambeau, spending countless hours on the course and range. He won the 1991 Fort Wayne Open on the Korn Ferry Tour and finished 2nd in the 1998 Canadian Open. In this episode, Bob shares his insights on this year's US Open, Rory McIlroy's putting struggles, Bryson's image transformation, Scottie Scheffler's achievement of becoming the first player since Arnold Palmer in 1962 to have six wins before July 1st, and Paul Skenes' impact on the Pirates. David Peoples, who won twice on the PGA Tour, also joins the discussion. He expresses his surprise when Rory missed those short putts on holes 16 and 18 and shares his thoughts on Rory leaving the course without congratulating Bryson. David also reflects on his experiences playing in the 1993 and 2001 US Opens, explains why Fuzzy Zoeller was his favorite playing partner, reveals why he hates Pebble Beach, and describes what it was like seeing himself on a trading card for the first time.

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This week on the eve of the 2024 Masters Peter dials in from the Press centre at Augusta National and we are also joined by special guest Gary Murphy, a former European Tour pro and Augusta State University student to discuss all things Masters. Is this to be Rory McIlroy's year? Does Shane Lowry have all the tools to be Ireland's first Green Jacket winner? Is the weather going to wreak havoc on day one? Could we see a debutant top the leaderboard for the first time since Fuzzy Zoeller in 1979. Is Jon Rahm the most under-the-radar defending champion in years? And who do we have our money on as the 'tradition unlike any other' gets underway?

Have you ever wondered what it takes to make it to the top of the PGA Tour? Our guest for this episode, Masters Champion Fuzzy Zoeller, guides us through his journey from playing golf and basketball in New Albany, Indiana to conquering the world of professional golf. Fuzzy's unique swing and indomitable spirit, nurtured by his high school coach, Bill Henry, paved his way to success and set him apart on the PGA Tour. With college golf experience at Edison Junior College and then joining national powerhouse Houston, under the guidance of famed coach Dave Williams, Fuzzy's game developed to a point where he felt he was ready to take on the PGA Tour.As Fuzzy narrates his experiences with Monday Qualifiers and the shift from the "elite 60" to the "125", you'll get a glimpse of the sweat and toil that goes behind the glamorous scene of professional golf. Listen in as he recounts his triumph of securing a place in the top 60, his first professional win, and the differences in golf balls and golf equipment companies he experienced throughout his career. Finally, take a step back in time with heartwarming anecdotes of Fuzzy playing golf for quarters with old timers in his hometown. From the invaluable learning experiences to the camaraderie built along the way, Fuzzy's stories are a testament to his love for the game and the transformative power of sport. Join us on this enriching ride filled with nostalgia, insights, and life lessons from Fuzzy Zoeller as he begins his life story, "FORE the Good of the Game."Support the showFollow our show and/or leave a review/rating on: Our Website https://www.forethegoodofthegame.com/reviews/new/ Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fore-the-good-of-the-game/id1562581853 Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/0XSuVGjwQg6bm78COkIhZO?si=b4c9d47ea8b24b2d Google Podcasts https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xNzM3Mjc1LnJzcw About "FORE the Good of the Game” is a golf podcast featuring interviews with World Golf Hall of Fame members, winners of major championships and other people of influence in and around the game of golf. Highlighting the positive aspects of the game, we aim to create and provide an engaging and timeless repository of content that listeners can enjoy now and forever. Co-hosted by PGA Tour star Bruce Devlin, our podcast focuses on telling their life stories, in their voices. Join Bruce and Mike Gonzalez “FORE the Good of the Game.” Thanks so much for listening!

Experience the raw emotions of the 1994 Open Championship as major champion Fuzzy Zoeller, the 54-hole leader at that time, relives the heart-stopping moment when Nick Price chipped in for a birdie to steal the lead. Feel the intensity of the unpredictable weather conditions in British golf and discover the unique characteristics of renowned courses like Royal St George's, Royal Lytham, and Carnoustie as  talk about the Open Championship. Fast forward to the PGA Championship and listen to Fuzzy's take on Larry Nelson's impressive win in 1981, with the infamous Amana  hat, and Lee Trevino's blunder that created a stir. We then maneuver into the high-stakes world of the Ryder Cup, where Fuzzy shares his memories from the winning 1979 team and his epic match against Seve Ballesteros in 1983 at PGA National. Learn from his personal insights into why he never perceived himself as an excellent match play golfer.To top it all off, Fuzzy Zoeller talks his transition to the Champions Tour and a special honor, being awarded the prestigious Bob Jones Award by the USGA. Learn about Fuzzy's venture into vodka business, and his beloved hobbies of hunting and fishing. We sign off the episode with a heartfelt thank you to Fuzzy Zoeller for sharing his remarkable journey in golf and life, "FORE the Good of the Game."Support the showFollow our show and/or leave a review/rating on: Our Website https://www.forethegoodofthegame.com/reviews/new/ Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fore-the-good-of-the-game/id1562581853 Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/0XSuVGjwQg6bm78COkIhZO?si=b4c9d47ea8b24b2d Google Podcasts https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS8xNzM3Mjc1LnJzcw About "FORE the Good of the Game” is a golf podcast featuring interviews with World Golf Hall of Fame members, winners of major championships and other people of influence in and around the game of golf. Highlighting the positive aspects of the game, we aim to create and provide an engaging and timeless repository of content that listeners can enjoy now and forever. Co-hosted by PGA Tour star Bruce Devlin, our podcast focuses on telling their life stories, in their voices. Join Bruce and Mike Gonzalez “FORE the Good of the Game.” Thanks so much for listening!

Ryan Fox will get to realise one of his golfing dreams this week when he tees up for the Masters for the very first time. Fox received an invitation after finishing in the top 50 in the world rankings last year. He's the first New Zealander to play the Masters since Danny Lee's tie for 17th in 2016. Fox has watched the tournament many times since he was a kid and got a taste of Augusta National during a practice round a couple of weeks ago. A debutant has not won the Masters since Fuzzy Zoeller in 1979.

All season long, Iowa's Caitlin Clark has been the best player in all of women's basketball. Her play propelled the Hawkeyes into the national championship game and appears to have ruffled the feathers of the college basketball establishment. South Carolina head coach Dawn Staley didn't seem to handle her team's loss to Clark and Iowa very well and responded by playing the race card. “Staley deflected attention away from her coaching errors and Clark's magnificent performance by complaining that unnamed reporters called South Carolina players thugs and monkeys. Staley framed Iowa coach Lisa Bluder's harmless comment about a rebounding 'bar fight' as racist. Staley invented a racial narrative out of thin air. Corporate media sold Staley's lies and gossip.” The controversy didn't stop there. In the final seconds of LSU's victory over Iowa, the Tigers' Angel Reese stalked and taunted Clark. When some labeled Reese's conduct as “classless,” social media quickly responded in typical “what about” fashion. Some compared Reese's actions to the same gesture that Clark had made during a recent game, but Jason argues the two couldn't be any more different. The “Fearless Army" is here to join the discussion. Coach Jason Brown discusses the leadership failure in college athletics. Shemeka Michelle makes her argument that Reese's actions were just part of the game. Steve Kim and Jason expose another terrible take from Shannon Sharpe. T.J. Moe drops in with athletes, and we dive into the culture war with Royce White. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this week's show, Daily Sun Specialty Editor Jeff Shain recaps Taylor Moore's win at the Valspar Championship (0:30) and speaks to two-time Major winner Fuzzy Zoeller (21:00) before Drew Chaltry gives his thoughts on The Villages SC's loss to Nona FC in the club's UPSL debut (46:20).

Our hosts, Raf and Mike chat with Jay Delsing, former PGA Tour veteran and Champions Tour member turned analyst. Jay hosts a weekly show on ESPN, a podcast and formerly worked for Fox Sports. We cover a lot on this podcast starting with Si Woo Kim's victory at the Sony Open in Waikiki, Hawaii, to Jay's career on the PGA including wild stories of playing with Mac O'Grady using a bag of multidextrous clubs, a great Canadian Open story about Fuzzy Zoeller and playing alongside others like Corey Pavin, Duffy Waldorf, Steve Pate, Jack Nicklaus and Arnold Palmer. Jay does not hold back on his thoughts, you will enjoy watching/listening to this pod as much as we did participating. More on JD: PODCAST: Golf With Jay Delsing ( @golfwithjaydelsing4826 ) WEB: https://jaydelsinggolf.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/JayDelsing WIKIPEDIA: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jay_Delsing TGP Links: WEB: https://thegolfpodcast.live/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/thegolfpodcast.live TWITTER: https://twitter.com/GolfPodcastLive

Our hosts, Raf and Mike chat with Jay Delsing, former PGA Tour veteran and Champions Tour member turned analyst. Jay hosts a weekly show on ESPN, a podcast and formerly worked for Fox Sports.  We cover a lot on this podcast starting with Si Woo Kim's victory at the Sony Open in Waikiki, Hawaii, to Jay's career on the PGA including wild stories of playing with Mac O'Grady using a bag of multi-dextrous clubs, a great Canadian Open story about Fuzzy Zoeller and playing alongside others like Corey Pavin, Duffy Waldorf, Steve Pate, Jack Nicklaus and Arnold Palmer.  Jay does not hold back on his thoughts, you will enjoy watching/listening to this pod as much as we did participating.  More on JD:  PODCAST: Golf With Jay Delsing ( @golfwithjaydelsing4826 ) WEB: https://jaydelsinggolf.com/ TWITTER: https://twitter.com/JayDelsing WIKIPEDIA: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jay_Delsing TGP Links:  WEB: https://thegolfpodcast.live/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/thegolfpodcast.live TWITTER: https://twitter.com/GolfPodcastLive

How to make a relationship better. Democrats are constantly mocking the black community. Fuzzy Zoeller. Biden's true nature and nasty demeanor. Trump should focus on being the king maker, not being the King. 7-16-2022 4 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/john-adams85/support

Two-time major winner, Fuzzy Zoeller, marvels with Bruce Devlin as to how they hit the old woods and butter-knife irons, "FORE the Good of the Game."

World Golf Hall of Fame member Sandy Lyle begins his story remembering his days as a young lad growing up and learning the game under the watchful eye of his golf pro father in the West Midlands of England. He recounts his many early successes as a young amateur including his participation in the 1977 Walker Cup. Turning pro at age 19, Sandy had his first win on the European Tour a year later on sand greens at the 1978 Nigerian Open. Listen in as he recalls his first Open Championship in 1974 at Lytham playing with Gary Player in a practice round and Fuzzy Zoeller in the tournament. Sandy Lyle recalls his early years and wins on the European Tour, "FORE the Good of the Game."

Two-time major winner Fuzzy Zoeller recalls with fondness his favorite memory of Mr. Hogan from the Colonial champion's dinners  "FORE the Good of the Game."

Rick Fehr rounded out the show. He talks about his junior golf day, why he chose BYU to play his college golf, their 1981 National Championship victory, being low amateur at the 1984 Masters & US Open, his victories at the 1986 BC Open and the 1994 Disney World Classic, where he almost missed his Sunday tee time but regrouped to beat Craig Stadler and Fuzzy Zoeller.

This week PGA Tour Legends Mark Calcavecchia, Tom Purtzer, & Rick Fehr plus Top Instructor Tom Patri join me... Tom Patri shares his thoughts on Scottie Scheffler's rapid rise to #1. He also touches on the buzz about Tiger showing up at Augusta National, Bryson's recent rash of injuries, and the mindset necessary to be a gamer. Tom Purtzer starts off sharing his thoughts on the Phil Mickelson, Saudi Tour situation. We hear about his win at the 1991 World Series of Golf, memories of playing at The Players Championship, and Pete Dye's desire to pull your attention to where the trouble is. Tom also shares his memories from playing at Augusta National and the near hole-in-one he made at the 1982 Open Championship. Mark Calcavecchia to his victory at the 1989 Open Championship and the clutch shots he hit on the 72nd hole to make birdie to tie Greg Norman at the time and force what ended up being a 3-way playoff that included Wayne Grady. We also hear about his last victory on Tour at the 2007 PODs Championship which started with an opening-round 75 and the message to himself "you f***ing suck" which he wrote on his official scorecard. Rick Fehr rounded out the show. He talks about his junior golf day, why he chose BYU to play his college golf, their 1981 National Championship victory, being low amateur at the 1984 Masters & US Open, his victories at the 1986 BC Open and the 1994 Disney World Classic, where he almost missed his Sunday tee time but regrouped to beat Craig Stadler and Fuzzy Zoeller.

This week PGA Tour Legends Mark Calcavecchia, Tom Purtzer, & Rick Fehr plus Top Instructor Tom Patri join me... Tom Patri shares his thoughts on Scottie Scheffler's rapid rise to #1. He also touches on the buzz about Tiger showing up at Augusta National, Bryson's recent rash of injuries, and the mindset necessary to be a gamer. Tom Purtzer shares his thoughts on the Phil Mickelson/Saudi Tour situation. We hear about his win at the 1991 World Series of Golf, memories of playing at The Players Championship, and Pete Dye's desire to pull your attention to where the trouble is. Tom also shares his memories from playing at Augusta National and his near hole-in-one on the 71st hole at the 1982 Open Championship. Mark Calcavecchia to his victory at the 1989 Open Championship and the clutch shots he hit on the 72nd hole to make birdie to tie Greg Norman at the time and force what ended up being a 3-way playoff that included Wayne Grady. We also hear about his last victory on Tour at the 2007 PODs Championship which started with an opening-round 75 and the message to himself "I f***ing suck" which he wrote on his official scorecard. Rick Fehr rounded out the show. He talks about his junior golf day, why he chose BYU to play his college golf, their 1981 National Championship victory, being low amateur at the 1984 Masters & US Open, his victories at the 1986 BC Open and the 1994 Disney World Classic, where he almost missed his Sunday tee time but regrouped to beat Craig Stadler and Fuzzy Zoeller.

Two-time major winner Fuzzy Zoeller remembers how special it was coming back from major back surgery to prove to himself that he could win again on the PGA Tour at the 1985 Hertz Bay Hill Classic, "FORE the Good of the Game."

Major Champion Fuzzy Zoeller recalls one of the Tour's most colorful characters, Rex Caldwell who, after leading the 1979 PGA Championship at Oakland Hills, got a little cocky. Sports Illustrated's HOF golf writer, Dan Jenkins had the best line, "FORE the Good of the Game."

Fuzzy Zoeller, takes us along as he relives his two major championship victories. We begin with the 1979 Masters Tournament which featured the first sudden-death playoff ever in the event and found Fuzzy pitted against Tom Watson and Ed Sneed after he made up a six stroke Sunday deficit in his first start at Augusta. Then he recounts how he fought through excruciating back pain to notch the win in an 18-hole playoff against Greg Norman at the 1984 U.S. Open at Winged Foot. Fuzzy Zoeller relishes in the telling of his greatest golf achievements, “FORE the Good of the Game.”

Mark O'Meara, World Golf Hall of Fame Inductee and winner of two major championships, shares his earliest memories of learning the game growing up in Mission Viejo, CA. He enjoyed success at a young age as an All-American at Long Beach State and winning the 1979 U.S. Amateur Championship at Canterbury GC over defending champ and childhood friend, John Cook. As a 23-year-old, Mark found himself at Augusta National, teeing it up with the defending champion, Fuzzy Zoeller, at the Masters and then with Hale Irwin (defending champ) and Seve Ballesteros (reigning Open and Masters champ) at the U.S. Open at Baltusrol. Turning pro later that year, Mark earned PGA Rookie of the Year in his first full season on Tour. Mark O'Meara recounts his early years, “FORE the Good of the Game.”

On this week's episode of GOLF's Subpar, 10-time PGA Tour winner Fuzzy Zoeller joins former PGA Tour pro Colt Knost and jicky jack legend Drew Stoltz for an exclusive, in-studio, interview. The 2-time Major Champion talks his first night with the green jacket, launching his own vodka line, and having his daughter Gretchen as a caddy.

Today on The Change Maker: Fuzzy Zoeller. Appreciated for his coolness under pressure while whistling his way down the fairway, as a PGA golfer, he made a point to interact with members of the gallery whenever he could. His professional career has produced ten PGA TOUR victories, including the 1979 Masters and the 1984 U.S. Open. His Masters victory still remains the only victory posted by a Masters rookie. In 1985, Fuzzy was awarded the prestigious Bobby Jones Award, an honor bestowed upon one player per year by the USGA. His passions include hunting and fishing, and he enjoys all sports as well as golf course design. To date he has designed nineteen golf courses, three of which are utilized on The PGA TOUR. A little known fact about Fuzzy is that he loves to cook and grill. He has his own line of BBQ and Steak Sauces as well as premium dry rubs. He has also launched his own line of ultra-premium vodka: Fuzzy's Ultra Premium Vodka. For Moire Info or to Get in Touch with Fuzzy: Fuz.com To find more information on this show: AugustaPodcasts.com/thechangemaker

Fuzzy Zoeller, winner of the 1979 Master and the 1984 U.S. Open at Winged Foot, relives each of his regular PGA Tour wins and describes how he overcame physical challenges to excel at the game of golf. He acknowledges the "Showbiz" aspects of professional golf but respects the traditions and values of the game as well. Fuzzy regales us with his tales, “Fore the Good of the Game.”

Jim has Cuz Strickland the Host of Hunting the Country and Mossy Oak Productions. They talk a little outdoors including some great hunting stories involving several PGA Tour Players like Fuzzy Zoeller, Craig Stadler, Jack Nicklaus and even our host Jim Gallagher Jr. How Mossy Oak crossed over into golf and the Mossy Oak Golf Course. Cuz tells about the Crank Chronicles and relives his favorite filmed hunt with a Catch A Dream guest. #MossyOak #Hunting #Fishing #Golf #OldWaverly #MossyOakGC

On This Day in 1896, the first modern Summer Olympics in Athens close while on this day in 1979, Fuzzy Zoeller wins the US Masters as we Celebrate This Day for Tobin Brothers Funerals- Celebrating Lives.

On This Day in 1896, the first modern Summer Olympics in Athens close while on this day in 1979, Fuzzy Zoeller wins the US Masters as we Celebrate This Day for Tobin Brothers Funerals- Celebrating Lives.

On This Day in 1896, the first modern Summer Olympics in Athens close while on this day in 1979, Fuzzy Zoeller wins the US Masters as we Celebrate This Day for Tobin Brothers Funerals- Celebrating Lives.

(00:00-21:57) – Wednesday’s show begins with a visit from the head coach of the National Champion Baylor Bears Scott Drew. Coach Drew takes us through the Bears season amid the Covid-19 pandemic and shares what is was like to take Baylor from one of the darkest places in college hoops to the sport’s highest summit with Monday night’s National Title.   (21:58-37:49) – Dan celebrates the NCAA and Indiana for their tireless efforts and hard work to make March Madness possible. We head to the phone lines for thoughts on the job well done by the city of Indianapolis and the entire state of Indiana.    (37:50-47:25) – The first hour closes with Dan interacting with listeners and looking ahead to the rest of today’s show.  (47:26-1:08:23) – With The Masters getting started tomorrow, 1979 Masters Champion Fuzzy Zoeller stops by to share some stories, get us ready for Augusta and pass along some of his famous Fuzzy’s Vodka.   (1:08:24-1:27:01)– Friend of the show Ryan Burr of the Golf Channel stops by to give us his best bets for The Masters which starts tomorrow! Ryan also subtly reminds us that you can find his new podcast (Making Burrdiess) on Twitter @MakingBurrdiess. (1:27:02-1:33:57) – Hour number two ends with Dan talking on what he wants to see happen next for Coach Mike Woodson and the Indiana Hoosiers in the offseason. (1:33:58-1:55:36) – One of our pals Seth Greenberg of ESPN makes his weekly visit to recap Baylor’s win over Gonzaga in the National Championship Game and reflect on the health of college basketball following a magical NCAA Tournament.   (1:55:37-2:10:07) – Dan shares his thoughts on today’s college basketball coaches and why he has so much appreciation for them. Plus, Dan talks on his frustration with the state of pitchers in the MLB.    (2:10:08-2:18:51) – Wednesday’s show wraps up with Dan asking show producer Jimmy Cook for today’s edition of The JCook Parlay of the Day. Plus, Dan talks on people throwing trash cans and other items on the field when the Houston Astros are playing and gives more thoughts on the job the NCAA did during March Madness.     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Randy chats with 1979 Masters Champion Fuzzy Zoeller.

Welcome to Golf Talk Live! LIVE Thursday at 6:00 PM Central This week's Coaches Corner Panel: Alecia Larsen, Tim N. Kremer & Clint Wright. Joining Ted later in the show is special guest: Chip Beck – PGA Tour Player & PerfectMotion Ambassador. More on Chip: A decorated three-time All American at the University of Georgia, Chip Beck played the PGA TOUR from 1979 through 2000 and then the Champions Tour for 10 years. He played on three Ryder Cup teams (securing 6.5 points for the U.S. team), recorded three runner-up finishes in majors, once at The Masters and twice the U.S. Open. Beck stood in the winner’s circle at the Los Angeles Open and USF&G Class in 1988, the 1990 Buick Open and the 1992 Freeport-McMoRan Classic. In three of his four PGA TOUR victories, Beck outdueled major winners like Lanny Wadkins, Hale Irwin, Greg Norman and Fuzzy Zoeller and won his first two professional tournaments in 1988 by a combined 11 strokes. Join me LIVE Thursdays from 6:00 - 8:00PM Central http://www.blogtalkradio.com/golftalklive Or listen on these social media platforms:  iTunes , Stitcher, Tunein, Castbox, TalkStreamLive & Spotify.

2002 PGA Championship winner and current Sky Sports television commentator and golf analyst, Rich Beem joins Travis Fulton on the podcast this week. Rich talks about life on the PGA TOUR in the 2000s, including spending time on John Daly's bus, how Tiger changed everything, and hilarious practice rounds with Pat Perez, Fuzzy Zoeller, John Daly, and Robert Gamez.

What a fun episode with a coaching friend of JP, Ian "Nugget" Miller. Nugget has been a frequent caller and had us in stitches with some of his past golf experiences including the Tiger Woods, Fuzzy Zoeller and The Golfing Gorilla.

Two weeks in Las Vegas!  First up it's the Shriners Hospitals for Children Open at TPC Summerlin - a tournament won by Bryson DeChambeau two years ago.  But what will 'Bryson 2.0' do around the course this time??  On this podcast, Steve Elkington & Diane Knox look through the field, their stats and what it takes to do well around Summerlin...plus what is the magic number of #150 that we used as a basis for the re-ranking this week?  All is revealed, along with our Top 10 in the 'Win Zone', the Sizzlers, Fizzlers and Dark Horse picks (good stories around them!).  And '83 winner, Fuzzy Zoeller, makes a special appearance. The show airs on the SportsGrid Network at 2PM EST on Wednesday, and repeated at 3, 10 & 11PM.www.sportsgrid.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Two weeks in Las Vegas!  First up it's the Shriners Hospitals for Children Open at TPC Summerlin - a tournament won by Bryson DeChambeau two years ago.  But what will 'Bryson 2.0' do around the course this time??  On this podcast, Steve Elkington & Diane Knox look through the field, their stats and what it takes to do well around Summerlin...plus what is the magic number of #150 that we used as a basis for the re-ranking this week?  All is revealed, along with our Top 10 in the 'Win Zone', the Sizzlers, Fizzlers and Dark Horse picks (good stories around them!).  And '83 winner, Fuzzy Zoeller, makes a special appearance.  The show airs on the SportsGrid Network at 2PM EST on Wednesday, and repeated at 3, 10 & 11PM.www.sportsgrid.com 

Author of ‘Fifty Questions Asked of a Pebble Beach Caddie' book, James Hudgeon, joins us to discuss: unique celebrities James caddied for, working with Gary Player and Fuzzy Zoeller back in the day, whether carts have actually rolled into the ocean at Pebble Beach, the best shot he's ever seen on the course, and more!

We catch-up with '84 Us Open Champion Fuzzy Zoeller live from the drive thru in a wide-ranging interview covering: Winged Foot, some classic old tales from the tour, his thoughts on the state of the game today, and so much more!

John Swantek hangs with Fuzzy Zoeller to chat about winning the Masters in his first attempt at Augusta National at the age of 27.

We recorded this episode prior to news of the Players Championship cancellation, so there’s a 7-minute addendum at the front of it talking about the final decision to pull the plug on the remaining three rounds. The rest of it still stands and applies regardless of the Tour reaching that final decision, and the rest of it covers their obstinance all week from refusing to pass on the media tour with markets in freefall to being one of the last sports on the island to cancel events. The decision to have fans on Thursday is also panned in the week of Ponte Vedra feet dragging. There is a certain level of empathy expressed for the truly crap hand they were dealt, but it’s the process of how they played that hand is why the Tour showed some ways in which its come unmoored. A short discussion on the actual golf on Thursday focuses on Hideki’s course record round, how in the world they didn’t get done before darkness, the bunker cam impediment, and how a relatively dry few weeks produced a round rife with mudballs. Flashback Friday hones in on a Players and Sawgrass record that may never be matched as well as some colorful writing about Fuzzy Zoeller.

In this episode, The Villages Daily Sun Sports staff discusses:A very busy week in high school sports, including Wildwood Middle High's unexpected early exit from the girls' basketball playoffs and setting up regional play for both the VHS and Wildwood boys (0:56)A conversation with two-time major champion Fuzzy Zoeller during his visit to last weekend's The Villages Golf Festival (20:39)Final thoughts on Golf Festival, competition in The Villages and a tough week for Tiger Woods as he falls short for the 13th time at Riviera Country Club (31:28)Thoughts on Monday's thrilling Daytona 500, where Denny Hamlin became just the fourth driver to win back-to-back Daytona titles but largely overshadowed by Ryan Newman's frightening airborne crash on the final lap (38:13)Find The Villages Daily SunFacebookTwitterOnline

Our guest this week is Spider Miller from Bloomington, Indiana.  How does a beer man from Indiana end up winning two U.S. Mid-Amateurs and captaining the U.S. Walker Cup team?  You'll find out in this special episode here at The Back of the Range! Links Spider Miller's Closing Speech at the 2015 Walker Cup Spider Miller - "This is My Team"- USGA Article Subscribe to The Back of the Range   Get the official TOWEL of The Back of the Range Golf Podcast!    Get the official HAT of The Back of the Range Golf Podcast!  Subscribe in Apple Podcasts and SPOTIFY! Also Subscribe in YouTube,   Google Play , Overcast, Stitcher  Follow us on Instagram! Follow us on Twitter! Follow us on Facebook!  Email us:   ben@thebackoftherange.com Website: www.thebackoftherange.com  Theme Music by Rogue Theory  Voice Work by Mitch Phillips 

What happens in Vegas...well, it stays with you if you're a winner on the PGA TOUR in Sin City.This week on the podcast, Diane talks to Fuzzy Zoeller.  In 1983 the TOUR visited Vegas for the first time - it was the largest purse golf had ever seen at a tournament.  And Fuzzy took home the trophy.  He looks back on that win, but also reminisces on the vibrancy - and fun - of Las Vegas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What happens in Vegas...well, it stays with you if you're a winner on the PGA TOUR in Sin City. This week on the podcast, Diane talks to Fuzzy Zoeller.  In 1983 the TOUR visited Vegas for the first time - it was the largest purse golf had ever seen at a tournament.  And Fuzzy took home the trophy.  He looks back on that win, but also reminisces on the vibrancy - and fun - of Las Vegas.

The 119th U.S. Open is at Pebble Beach this week...and so are Elk & Knoxy!  On this podcast hear from the guys as they walk the course and spend time with our Secret Golf team - Marc Leishman, Patton Kizzire & Jason Dufner.   Also Diane talks to 1984 U.S. Open Champion, and 1986 AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am Winner, Fuzzy Zoeller.  In this exclusive interview, hear what Fuzzy thinks it will take to win the 3rd Major of 2019.

John Daly and Fuzzy Zoeller join the show (30:00) together for one of our most epic interviews. This one we deem a must-listen.

Matty & the Caddie discuss the high number of guys that could this weekend, plus betting long shots, and they're joined by Dustin Johnson, Ben Crenshaw and Fuzzy Zoeller.

Part 2 of our interview with 1973 Masters Champion Tommy Aaron. The interview picks up right where it left off. We get into some gambling stories from playing the back nine with Phil Mickelson and Fred Couples. Tommy talks about some interesting people that he has met, including a funny story about Donald Trump, Fuzzy Zoeller and Lee Trevino. Sit back and enjoy the second part of the interview. If you like what you hear, please subscribe and leave us a review! autopresspodcast@gmail.com Thanks for listening.

Fuzzy Zoeller 2019 Masters

Today hear host Bob Svetich and Masters Champion, U.S. Open Champion FuzzyZoeller talk about Fuzzy's golfing career and his passion for The SportingLife on today's Celebrity Interview episode

NOTE: Users can add The Golf Insiders podcast to their iPhone as an app now. Click here and go to the bottom of the device's screen to create the "Quick Launch" icon for the Golf Insiders. Once you've done this it will add The Golf Insiders podcast as an App to your home screen. Holly G and Rich B are in the studio talking all the latest news on Tiger and Sergio, the anchoring ban and the International Network of Golf Spring Conference. While at the ING Conference at Reunion Golf Resort Holly was paired with the rep from Bridgestone golf who fitted her for the first time with the correct ball for her swing speed and smash factor. Holly said not only does your swing speed have a lot to do with the ball you should use, it also has a lot to do with where you hit the ball off the clubface each time. Bob Harig, ESPN.com, calls in to talk to Holly and Rich about the latest news in golf. Holly asks him about Sergio Garcia's press conference at a European Tour event where he offered an apology to Tiger. The backstory is that Tiger Woods and Sergio have been going back and forth after an "incident" at The Players Championship.  With the two paired together and contending for the lead at The Players, Tiger pulled a club from his bag at the same time Sergio was about to hit his shot 50 yards away. Tiger thought Sergio had played his shot already. The selection caused the crowd around him to react and Sergio felt that the noise affected his shot. The two have been exchanging comments in the media ever since.  At a banquet in London, Sergio was jokingly asked about getting together with Tiger. Sergio said, “We will have him round every night. We will serve fried chicken.” The "racist" comment hearkened back to the comment Fuzzy Zoeller made about Woods at the 1997 Masters Tournament which haunts Fuzzy to this day. Sergio apologized at the press conference. Bob mentions that the two have only played 20 times in the past 13 years, which is not very often and does not know where the animosity comes from? There have been a few incidents over the years where Sergio has taken opportunities to poke at Tiger and the same with Tiger and Sergio. Harig also mentions that the other part of the situation is that Sergio has to worry about his sponsors staying with him and the fallout from his comments.  Especially when he is making most of his money off the golf course. Holly talks to Bob about his article on ESPN.com about the USGA's ban on anchoring when putting.  The ban takes affect in 2016. Bob feels that not a lot of players will be affected by the ban. Even the players that have had success with the anchoring of the putter say that it is an advantage, which is not fair to other players. There has been speculation that the Tour may do its own thing, but Bob doesn't feel that will happen. Holly talks to Kevin Baker, Director of Golf and head PGA Professional at Reunion Golf Resort & Spa about everything that Reunion has to offer golfers and their families. Holly was at Reunion for the ING Spring Conference.  Reunion offers 3 different courses, Palmer, Nicklaus and Watson. Each course is different than the other but none is a "signature" course. Reunion is a Stay and Play resort as well as host to 1oo events throughout the year. It is also home of the ANNIKA Academy and Frank Thomas' Putting Pad - a structured way to teach putting and the new home of the North Florida PGA Headquarters. Jeff Shain, PGA Tour.com, calls in to wrap up the hour of intelligent golf talk. Jeff and Holly talk about his latest story about the Web.com Tour. The discussion also covers the HP Byron Nelson Championship and Sang-Moon Bae's win. Also the upcoming Crowne Plaza Invitational at Colonial. Most of the European players are playing in the BMW PGA Championship in Europe, which is the Euro version of The Players Championship.

Jim McLean- Professional Biography Jim McLean is the 1994 PGA National Teacher of the Year, owner of the Jim McLean Golf Schools which include: Doral Golf Resort & Spa in Miami, Florida, PGA WEST in La Quinta, California, La Quinta Resort in La Quinta, California, and Grand Traverse Resort in Traverse City, Michigan.Jim is probably best known for his research on the golf swing and his work on The X Factor, which describes in detail, body motions, body angles and body positions. The Eight Step video is the all time best selling video on The Golf Channel and the all time #1 golf DVD in America. Jim’s “Eight Step Swing” book was ranked by Sports Illustrated as one of the top golf instruction books of the 20th century (ranked #11). The Golf Swing: Ben Hogan video has won 6 major awards the most of any golf video in history.Jim’s playing achievements include being one of the few people to qualify for the US Junior, the US Amateur (4 times) the US Open (2 times) and the US Senior Open and has also been a contestant in the Masters (where he made the cut). Winner of the Northwest Open and 3 time winner of the Pacific Northwest Amateur. Jim qualified for the National Club Pro hampionships ten times. He also was an All-American at the University of Houston and has a B.A. in Economics. He played on teams with John Mahaffey, Bruce Lietzke, Bill Rogers, Fuzzy Zoeller, Tom Jenkins, Bobby Wadkins, Bobby Walzel, Bruce Ashworth. He was a winner of more than 50 Junior and Amateur Titles in the Pacific Northwest. Jim was also named 1st alternate to the US World Cup Team in 1972. He played the PGA Tour during the winter of 1982.Jim’s professional achievements include: National PGA Teaching Committee Member, National PGA Education Committee, National PGA Awards Committee and PGA Master Professional (1990). Jim is an Instruction Editor for Golf Digest since 1997 and instrution Editor and Advisor for The Golf Channel since its’ inception in 1995. Jim appears regularly on The Golf Channel Academy. He was the Co-Chairman of the PGA Teaching and Coaching Summit in 1992 held in San Francisco. He has led over 50 national teaching and playing workshops for the PGA of America and has been the featured speaker at 6 National PGA Teaching Summits and 4 Teaching & Coaching Summits in Europe. He was Master Instructor for Golf Magazine from 1990 – 1997 and was an Instruction Writer for Golf Illustrated.Jim McLean has worked extensively with many top teachers including Jimmy Ballard, Art Bell, Jackie Burke, Harry Cooper, Jack Grout, Claude Harmon, Johnny Revolta, Bob Toski, Ken Venturi, Butch Harmon, Manuel De La Torre, among many others. Jim has taught more than 100 PGA Tour, LPGA and Senior PGA Tour players including: Dana Quigley, Hal Sutton, Brad Faxon, Tom Kite, Sergio Garcia, Lenny Mattiace, Curtis Strange, Bernhard Langer, Cristie Kerr, Blaine McCallister, Ben Crenshaw, Jerry Pate, Gary Player, Liselotte Neuman, Peter Jacobsen & Steve Elkington.Jim has also worked extensively with five junior golfers who reach the #1 spot at the National Rankings: Cristie Kerr, Eric Compton, Tyler Leon, James Vargas, Liz Janagelo. The Jim McLean Golf Schools have produced many top juniors who have received college scholarships and have been All Americans.www.Jimmclean.comJim is the author of the following top selling instructional books, videos and CD-Rom’s:The Eight Step Swing (revised 2001)Golf Warm-Ups (video) 2002Idiot’s Guide to the Short GameThe Golf Swing: Ben Hogan (Video)The X-Factor (Video)Golf SchoolThe Eight Step Swing (Video)20 Problems/20 Solutions (Video)The X-Factor Golf SwingThe Eight Step SwingSport ware Golf (CD-ROM)Golf Digest Book of DrillsSwing Thoughts (Video)The Putters Pocket CompanionWedge Game Pocket CompanionThe Eight Step Swing (CD-ROM)The 10 Fundamentals (Video)Swing Saver (CD-ROM)Sam Snead, A Swing for a Lifetime (Video)Golf MagazineGolf Digest’s Ultimate Book of DrillsX-Factor II DVDThe 3 Scoring ClubsPower Drills DVDPowerlineThe Building Block Approach (2009)The 8 Step Swing 3rd Edition (2009)The Slot Swing (2009)Avila Beach Golf Resort - www.avilabeachresort.com Blacklake Golf Resort - www.blacklake.comInn at Avila Beach - www.avilabeachca.comAvila LaFonda Hotel - www.avilalafondahotel.comGolfland Warehouse - www.golflandwarehouse.comSlickstix - www.slickstix.comFor more information on Golf Talk Radio with Mike & Billy visit www.golftalkradio.com and visit www.centralcoasttoday.com for Golf Talk TV with Mike & Billy. 

Tiger Woods, the golfing wonder whose ethnicity proves hard to pigeonhole – and, as fellow golf champion Fuzzy Zoeller discovers, can't be joked about.