Podcasts about golf course architecture

John Wood and Tyler Rae joined the program today. Wood, the team manager for the U.S. Ryder Cup team talked about the process leading into the selection of the team and all the details that need to be addressed. He talked at length about how captain Keegan Bradley has played his way into contention and how that may unfold if he makes the team and how many guys are realistically on the roster of candidates. Rae and his team will get straight to work starting Sunday night renovating Detroit Golf Club, home of the Rocket Mortgage Classic. He discussed how his team wanted to tell a story to the membership and bring back the greatest version of the club and the gifts of Donald Ross to game as it relates to putting surfaces.

On this episode of Leadership on the Links, we sit down with Jason Straka, a seasoned golf course architect with over 30 years of experience designing and renovating courses worldwide. Jason's background in agronomy, environmental design, and construction gives him a unique perspective on the evolution of golf course architecture. We discuss the post-COVID design trends reshaping the industry, from short courses and reversible layouts to an increasing emphasis on sustainability and environmental stewardship. Jason also shares insights into the collaborative process between architects, superintendents, and club members—highlighting what makes a project truly successful. If you're passionate about the future of golf course design, this episode is a must-listen! Key Takeaways

This episode is for all the golf course design junkies and enthusiasts as we sat down with golf course designer Tyler Rae. He joined Gary Williams for a deep dive on his career in golf, some of his creative influences, top courses around the world, periods of time in course architecture and much more. He touched on his work at Lookout Mountain and Old Sawmill and talked in depth about Pinehurst No. 2, Seminole and Pine Valley.Rae has played the top 100 courses in the U.S. and 98 of top 100 in the world so his knowledge of great golf courses is amongst the elite and he loves the hidden gem courses of the world. He also listed his top courses in New England from Eastward Ho, Myopia Hunt Club and the Country Club; from Westchester, NY with Winged Foot, Somerset Hills and Mountain Ridge; Long Island with Shinnecock, Maidstone and National Golf Links; the Chicago area with Chicago Golf Club, Shoreacres and Beverly; and finally in the greater Philadelphia area with Pine Valley, Merion and Lancaster.

Platicamos con Agustín Pizá, fundador de Pizá Golf, una compañía de rediseño, restauración y remodelación de campos de golf. Agustín ha sido nombrado una de las 100 mentes más creativas de México de acuerdo con Forbes, tiene un Master en Golf Course Architecture por la Universidad de Edimburgo en Escocia, y su compañía ha sido designada una de las 10 firmas de arquitectura más innovadoras del país y han estado involucrados en más de 50 proyectos en tres continentes Agustín ha trabajado con leyendas como Jack Nicklaus y más recientemente forma parte del equipo de diseñadores que crearon los campos virtuales que disputarán Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy y varias estrellas más durante la temporada debut TGL, la gira de ‘golf indoors' que iniciará a principios de 2025. En esta charla tocamos puntos muy interesantes: -¿Por qué apostar por la industria del diseño y arquitectura del golf? -¿De qué manera se logra romper el techo de cristal y ser una persona top mundial? -¿Qué valores mueven a Agustín? -La competencia al más alto nivel con los mejores del mundo -La experiencia, los aprendizajes de uno de los mexicanos más exitoso del mundo en su campo -¿Cómo es trabajar con Tiger Woods? -El proyecto de TGL como uno de los más innovadores del deporte Te invitamos a que te suscribas a nuestro canal de WHATSAPP.

In this episode of Leadership on the Links, Tyler sits down with Nick Mazzella, founder of The Mazzella Partnership and a leading expert in golf course project management and renovations. Nick shares his journey, from managing small-scale public projects to working with historic venues preparing for major championships. With his deep industry knowledge, Nick discusses the art of balancing large-scale transformations with smaller, strategic improvements that elevate a course without breaking the bank. You'll hear about Nick's favorite tools and technology, his dream projects, and why he believes relationships are at the heart of success in the golf business. This conversation is packed with practical insights and thoughtful reflections, making it a must-listen for anyone passionate about golf course design, management, or leadership. What You'll Learn in This Episode: Big vs. Small Projects: How Nick approaches large-scale renovations and smaller, budget-conscious improvements. Client Relationships: Why understanding client needs and building strong connections drive successful outcomes. The Role of Technology: A deep dive into the Trimble Catalyst GPS tool and its impact on field efficiency and cost estimation. Industry Trends: Nick's perspective on the exciting opportunities in the current golf course design and renovation market. Leadership Insights: The importance of team-building, mentoring, and fostering relationships within the golf industry. Soundbites: "There's no replacement for actual time in the field and understanding what it takes to make these things happen." (2:46) "Project management is a science. The vertical [construction] world is completely different than golf. And I'm glad I'm on the golf side." (17:11) Key Quotes: “There's nothing quite like the excitement of working on a historic venue with a major championship on the horizon.” “Success in this industry is about the people—the relationships you build and the passion you share for the game.” “Whether it's an $8 per square foot renovation or a $30 million project, the goal is always to deliver value and quality for the client.” Links and Resources Mentioned: The Mazzella Partnership: www.mazellapartnership.com Nick Mazzella LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-mazzella-a6938a13/ Tyler Bloom's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyler-bloom-603b6243/  

In this episode, James & Jasper take charge the US and international Teams respectively, and are charged with choosing a golf course from each player's home country/state. Who would win in a President's Cup Of Golf Courses?Follow us on socials:On Instagram: @officialtop100On Twitter: @top100golfVisit Our Website for all of your golf course research:www.top100golfcourses.com

What will a typical golf course look like in 2050? Will 7,200 yard long layouts with deep green fairways and rough be a thing of the past due to water shortages and heat waves? Will golf properties be "off the grid" energy self sufficient by incorporating on-site renewable energy sources such solar power to achieve their sustainability goals? To open Season 16, host Colin Weston and guest Petra Himmel explore the spectrum of sustainability issues surrounding the golf industry, from plastic use in golf balls to the environmental and social benefits of urban golf courses. https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads-2024/images/1/1ea879c1-a4a2-4e10-bea4-e5d8368a3c7a/S7bgqRSJ.jpg (https://www.youtube.com/@modgolfpodcast/videos) "You really have to believe in the future otherwise you could give up at once. We currently have all these erosion, flood, wildfires and heat wave stories that are impacting golf clubs. Climate change doesn't really care if we care or not. It's just there. We just have one chance to get it right, so we either react in time or we will struggle. There are so many experts predicting that you either start preparing for it or you just don't have a chance to survive economically as a golf club. If you are in the wrong region or if you aren't prepared, then you will not make it. The good thing is that we have possibilities and solutions."... Petra Himmel, journalist and creator of www.GolfSustainable.com Petra created GolfSustainable.com (https://golfsustainable.com/en/) in 2020 as a response to the trends and practices she witnessed as a journalist covering professional golf for over two decades. Click on this link (https://golfsustainable.com/en/) or the image below to learn more. https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads-2024/images/1/1ea879c1-a4a2-4e10-bea4-e5d8368a3c7a/5pNZdsp8.png (https://golfsustainable.com/en/) If you would like to connect with Petra, visit her bio page (https://modgolf.fireside.fm/guests/petra-himmel) for contact information. We want to thank our partner inrange® for presenting this episode of The ModGolf Podcast! https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/1/1ea879c1-a4a2-4e10-bea4-e5d8368a3c7a/tiYKqRxn.jpg (https://www.inrangegolf.com/the-experience-range?lng=en) inrange® is a radar-based ball-tracking company that enhances the driving range experience by offering the most engaging gameplay and precise ball-tracking on the market. From private clubs and standalone commercial ranges, to multi-storey “Big Box” entertainment venues and limited-flight ‘compact' ranges, Inrange® creates unparalleled experiences for every type of player - and unleashes your business' growth potential. They are also the only software in the world offering a bay vs bay link up feature - allowing large groups to play against one another in teams across the entire venue. To learn more check out www.inrangegolf.com (https://www.inrangegolf.com). After their engaging conversation on this podcast episode, Petra and Colin jumped over to The ModGolf YouTube channel to discuss her takeaways from the first sustainability conference of England Golf titled "The Sustainable Future of Golf". Click on the image below to watch. https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads-2024/images/1/1ea879c1-a4a2-4e10-bea4-e5d8368a3c7a/SCrVdfRN.jpg (https://youtu.be/SN_tX5HE4Bw) Join our mission to make golf more innovative, inclusive and fun... plus you can WIN some awesome golf gear! As the creator and host of The ModGolf Podcast and YouTube channel I've been telling golf entrepreneurship and innovation stories since May 2017 and I love the community of ModGolfers that we are building. I'm excited to announce that I just launched our ModGolf Patreon page to bring together our close-knit community of golf-loving people! As my Patron you will get access to exclusive live monthly interactive shows where you can participate, ask-me-anything video events, bonus content, golf product discounts and entry in members-only ModGolf Giveaway contests. I'm offering two monthly membership tiers at $5 and $15 USD, but you can also join for free. Your subscription will ensure that The ModGolf Podcast continues to grow so that I can focus on creating unique and impactful stories that support and celebrate the future of golf. Click to join >> https://patreon.com/Modgolf I look forward to seeing you during an upcoming live show!... Colin https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/1/1ea879c1-a4a2-4e10-bea4-e5d8368a3c7a/q_IZwlpO.jpg (https://patreon.com/Modgolf) Special Guest: Petra Himmel, journalist and creator of www.GolfSustainable.com.

That's a wrap for Season 15 of The ModGolf Podcast! Our team is currently working on your next twelve episodes for Season 16, which launches in mid September 2024. We heard some amazing stories from a diverse group of guests who discussed how inclusion, technology, entertainment, music, celebrity, hospitality and community building intersect to shape the future of golf. Join our mission to make golf more innovative, inclusive and fun... and WIN some awesome golf gear! As the creator and host of The ModGolf Podcast and YouTube channel I've been telling golf entrepreneurship and innovation stories since May 2017 and I love the community of ModGolfers that we are building. I'm excited to announce that I just launched our ModGolf Patreon page to bring together our close-knit community of golf-loving people! As my Patron you will get access to exclusive live monthly interactive shows where you can participate, ask-me-anything video events, bonus content, golf product discounts and entry in members-only ModGolf Giveaway contests. I'm offering two monthly membership tiers at $5 and $15 USD, but you can also join for free. Your subscription will ensure that The ModGolf Podcast continues to grow so that I can focus on creating unique and impactful stories that support and celebrate the future of golf. Click to join >> https://patreon.com/Modgolf I look forward to seeing you during an upcoming live show!... Colin https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/1/1ea879c1-a4a2-4e10-bea4-e5d8368a3c7a/q_IZwlpO.jpg (https://patreon.com/Modgolf) If you didn't get the chance to listen to all of our twelve Season 15 episodes, this bonus show gives you a recap of the great conversations I had with some of the golf industry's top influencers, innovators and entrepreneurs. Hopefully this will inspire you to listen to a couple of the episodes listed below. Let us know which ones you enjoyed the most and why you liked them! https://media24.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads-2024/images/1/1ea879c1-a4a2-4e10-bea4-e5d8368a3c7a/sSKQS-ad.jpg Our Season 15 guests were: Episode 1 David Hinkle and Rio Valeriano - T36 Golf Co-Founders "We're flipping the script on traditional golf and redefining the sport for a new generation of golfers" T36 Golf Co-Founders David Hinkle and Rio Valeriano join host Colin Weston to share how their "Double Loop" design delivers a full 18-hole game experience with a smaller environmental footprint and shorter playtime. Click to listen >> CREATING A NEW TYPE OF GOLF (https://modgolf.fireside.fm/166-t36golf) Episode 2 Tyler Simmons - CEO and Founder of BucketGolf "Seeing my roommate throw his clothes into his pop-up laundry hamper, I realized that I should instead make retractable pop-up buckets which cut our product cost almost in half." Tyler Simmons - CEO and Founder of BucketGolf shares how they have created a portable, fun golf game that anyone can enjoy almost anywhere. Click to listen >> TURNING A HOMEMADE GOLF GAME INTO A GLOBAL BUSINESS VENTURE (https://modgolf.fireside.fm/167-bucket-golf) Episode 3 Nick Darby - UK non-profit Get Golfing "It was such a shame seeing all these beautiful golf courses going downhill. So our job is to save as many courses as we can to keep golf flourishing." - Nick Darby with UK non-profit Get Golfing shares how they are on a mission to revolutionize the golfing experience. Click to listen >> A NON-PROFIT ON A MISSION TO REVOLUTIONIZE THE GOLFING EXPERIENCE (https://modgolf.fireside.fm/168-nick-darby-getgolfing) Episode 4 Jared Solomon - CEO of Five Iron Golf "It doesn't matter that we made a million dollar mistake, let's keep moving forward and learn as we go". Jared Solomon - CEO of Five Iron Golf joins host Colin Weston to share how four co-founders built a successful indoor golf entertainment business starting from the back room of a Manhattan men's clothing store. Click to listen >> LEARN BY DOING AND JUST KEEP MOVING FORWARD (https://modgolf.fireside.fm/169-jared-solomon-five-iron) Episode 5 Carolin Pinegger - "The Golf Pitch Challenge" "I felt like I was treading water and not because I wasn't working hard enough. I was doing my very best and wasn't getting where I wanted to be. I needed to pivot and change!" Golf entrepreneur and Ex-Pro Golfer Carolin Pinegger shares her personal story and latest collaborative venture: The "Shark Tank for Golf Innovators" called The Golf Pitch Challenge. Click to listen >> EMBRACE CHANGE TO FUEL ENTREPRENEURIAL SUCCESS (https://modgolf.fireside.fm/170-carolin-pinegger) Episode 6 Ann Liguori - Author of "Life On The Green" To celebrate her recent book "Life on the green - lessons and wisdom from legends in golf" host Colin Weston creates a game show called "Who Said That??" to test Ann's ability to recall quotes from the dozen stories told. We hope you like this fun and inspiring episode as much as we enjoyed making it! Click to listen >> TAKING AN ENTREPRENEURIAL APPROACH TO BUILD A CAREER IN SPORT JOURNALISM (https://modgolf.fireside.fm/171-ann-liguori) Episode 7 Igor Vainshtein - Founder GolfTrak.app Entrepreneur Igor Vainshtein joins us to share his incredible journey that started when his parents immigrated to Australia from the former USSR with $200 and no English skills whatsoever. We discuss the ups and downs of entrepreneurship and Igor's passion to constantly innovate and create products that customers want. Click to listen >> EMBRACING LESSONS: WISDOM GAINED FROM FAILURE (https://modgolf.fireside.fm/172-igor-vainshtein) Episode 8 A BRIEF HISTORY OF SYNTHETIC TURF Known initially by names such as AstroTurf, ModSod and Artificial Turf, we explore the origins of synthetic sport surfacing with a focus on applications in the golf industry. Host Colin Weston speaks with subject matter experts Bob Johnston (Principal, JSA Sport Architecture) and Jeffery McDaniel (Synthetic Turf International) to uncover the history and explore the future of this multi-billion dollar industry. Click to listen >> A BRIEF HISTORY OF SYNTHETIC TURF (https://modgolf.fireside.fm/173-history-of-synthetic-turf) Episode 9 Tim Briand - Foresight Sports So how do golf launch monitors work and what is the technology behind them? Tim Briand with Foresight Sports joins host Colin Weston for an engaging and in-depth conversation about the massive growth in the launch monitor sector for both the professional player on the range and the recreational player having fun in a golf simulator. Click to listen >> TECH-DRIVEN PRODUCTS THAT BOTH TRAIN AND ENTERTAIN (https://modgolf.fireside.fm/174-tim-briand) Episode 10 Kevin Carpenter - The GratiDude / Grateful 4 Golf "I am perfectly content helping one person at a time, as every ripple makes a wave". Kevin Carpenter, aka The GratiDude joins us to share the impactful work he takes on through his Grateful 4 Golf non-profit program and his discovery of "The superpower of meditation". Click to listen >> SHARING AN ATTITUDE OF GRATITUDE (https://modgolf.fireside.fm/175-kevin-carpenter) Episode 11 Jeff Nicholson - VertaCat Mobility Riders Stand tall, roam free, and “Stand and play the VertaCat way”. Jeff Nicholson joins host Colin Weston to share how their 70 year old manufacturing company saw an opportunity to give back to the sport they love by creating the VertaCat all-terrain mobility rider for paraplegic athletes. Click to listen >> "THIS IS GOING TO CHANGE MY LIFE!" (https://modgolf.fireside.fm/176-vertacat) Episode 12 Barney Adams - Adams Golf Founder / CEO of Breakthrough Golf Technology We are joined by golf industry icon and entrepreneurial legend Barney Adams, who shares the trials, tribulations and successes he has encountered over his career that spans more than five decades. This episode provides you with lessons learned, key takeaways and nuggets of wisdom from one of golf's most successful entrepreneurs. Click to listen >> IF YOU DON'T LOVE IT DON'T DO IT (https://modgolf.fireside.fm/177-barney-adams) We want to thank our partner iGolf Genius Software for presenting this episode of The ModGolf Podcast! https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/1/1ea879c1-a4a2-4e10-bea4-e5d8368a3c7a/K9NPjjAv.jpg (https://www.golfgenius.com) Golf Genius powers tournament management at over 10,000 private clubs, public courses, resorts, golf associations, and tours in over 60 countries. So if you're a golf professional or course operator who wants to save time, deliver exceptional golfer experiences, and generate more revenue, check them out online at golfgenius.com (https://www.golfgenius.com). Special Guests: Ann Liguori - award-winning sport's talk show host, Barney Adams, Founder of Adams Golf and CEO, Breakthrough Golf Technology, Bob Johnston, Principal at JSA Sport Architecture Inc., Carolin Pinegger - CEO of David Leadbetter Entrerprises / The Golf Pitch Challenge / Online Golf Coach, David Hinkle - Co-Founder and Principal at T36 Golf, Igor Vainshtein - Founder of GolfTrak.app, Jared Solomon, CEO and Co-Founder of Five Iron Golf, Jeffrey McDaniel - Global Director of Business Development at Synthetic Turf International, Jeffrey Nicholson - Chief Marketing Officer with VertaCat, Kevin Carpenter, Coach, Teacher and The GratiDude / Grateful 4 Golf, Nick Darby - Golf Retail Sales Manager at Get Golfing, Rio Valeriano - Co-Founder and Principal at T36 Golf, Tim Briand - Director Of Business Development at Foresight Sports, and Tyler Simmons - CEO and Founder of BucketGolf.

In this conversation, Henry interviews Katie Craig, a women's golfer from Western Kentucky University who is currently participating in Q School. They discuss Katie's experience at Q School, her path to and through college golf, her interest in golf course architecture, and her future plans in the industry. Katie shares her favorite golf courses she has played, including Lost Key and Bel Air Country Club, and expresses her desire to design her own course in the future. She also mentions her dream of playing the Old Course at St. Andrews in Scotland. Katie is currently participating in Q School and is aiming to gain experience at the professional level while also pursuing her education. She has had success in college golf, with multiple wins and a strong performance at the Women's North-South Amateur. Katie is passionate about golf course architecture and has a desire to design her own course in the future. She is interested in interning under experienced architects and gaining practical experience in the industry. Katie's favorite golf courses include Lost Key and Bel Air Country Club, and she hopes to play the Old Course at St. Andrews in Scotland. Balancing Golf and Education: Katie Craig's Journey Exploring the World of Golf Course Architecture with Katie Craig Hope you all enjoy this conversation. Thanks for the support as always! Cheers,  - The Tie Guys Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.thetiepodcast.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/thetiepodcast/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  Twitter: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://mobile.twitter.com/thetiepodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ GoodWalk Coffee:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://goodwalkcoffee.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  CODE: thetie for 20% off  BDraddy: bdraddy.com  CODE: thetie25 for 25% off golf, golf swing, golf podcast, play better golf, pro golf, pgatour, golf culture

In this episode of The Top 100 Clubhouse, James and Jasper are joined by Golf Historian Bob Crosby, to discuss the life and legacy of John Low. He was an influential figure in shaping the direction of golf course architecture, and yet he is little known today. 

In this episode of The Top 100 Clubhouse, James and Jasper are joined by Golf Historian Bob Crosby, to discuss the life and legacy of John Low. He was an influential figure in shaping the direction of golf course architecture, and yet he is little known today. Tune in next week for Part Two.

In this episode James and Jasper are joined by Christine Fraser to discuss her unique perspective on golf course architecture. She began her career with Martin Hawtree in the South East Of England, and now runs her own company where she looks to use golf course architecture to drive meaningful change in communities. Follow Christine on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/christinefraserdesign/?hl=en-gbFollow us on socials:On Instagram: @officialtop100On Twitter: @top100golfVisit Our Website for all of your golf course research:www.top100golfcourses.com

My guest on this episode of The Back of the Range is the new North and South Women's Amateur Champion, Catie Craig.  In this episode, we spoke about Catie's win at Pinehurst.....but also hit upon a lot of great topics ranging from golf course architecture, what makes a good four-ball partner, and a little bit of history from her hometown of Sautee Nacoochee, Georgia.  Katie will head into her senior season at Western Kentucky in September where she will look to continue to rewrite the record books for the Hilltoppers. Catie Craig - Western Kentucky Women's GolfCatie Craig - InstagramElite Amateur Golf Series - Official WebsiteThe Back of the Range - All Access The Back of the Range Collection at Imperial SportsCOUPON CODE: BOTR15 for 15% your entire purchase!Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podcasts and SPOTIFY!Also Subscribe in YouTube,   Google Play , Overcast, Stitcher  Follow on Social Media! Email us:   ben@thebackoftherange.comWebsite: www.thebackoftherange.com  Voice Work by Mitch Phillips

From young golf enthusiasts to industry leaders overseeing iconic venues, Jeff Corcoran and Dave Delsandro share their journey of passion, growth, and adaptation in the golf industry. Discover their evolution from demanding superintendents to understanding leaders, the challenges of labor shortages, and their new roles as advisors, providing invaluable insights and expertise to the next generation of golf course superintendents  Corcoran has been a golf course superintendent for more than 20 years. He landed his first head superintendent job at The Weston Golf Club, outside of Boston, and he has been the director of agronomy at Oak Hill Country Club in Rochester, New York, since 2003. During his tenure at Oak Hill, he hosted two PGA Championships and two Senior PGA Championships. In 2019, Corcoran worked in conjunction with architect Andrew Green to renovate Oak Hill's East Course. Corcoran has been responsible for placing 10 assistant superintendents into superintendent roles. Delsandro's career in the turf industry has spanned 25 years, most recently as the superintendent at Oakmont Country Club in Pennsylvania. His experiences include all types of conventional golf course construction projects, as well as large-scale site development, earth moving, utility relocation/installation, and building construction. He has worked with several leading golf architectural firms, including Fazio Design, Coore & Crenshaw, and Hanse Golf Design. Delsandro has successfully prepared for, hosted, and restored venues for four national championships, including two U.S. Opens. They partnered last year to form Agronomic Advisors, a consulting company focused on providing a diverse, comprehensive suite of solutions to the golf course industry. In this episode, Delsandro and Corcoran look back fondly on the golf course as their babysitter, share the lessons they learned as leaders at premier venues, and advise today's superintendents on leadership approaches in a changing industry. Your Club Selection Changes with Age, so Should Your Leadership Approach Most of us need to adjust our club selection as we age in order to hit the ball as far as we once did. The clubs we grabbed as teens, such as the self-described junkies Delsandro and Corcoran once were, won't make the cut after we make the turn in the game of life. Neither will the same approach to managing a department in a golf club nor leading a large capital project. Know when and how to adapt. “When you're younger, and you're trying to prove yourself at this particular level, as a superintendent, your bandwidth for people that fall outside of those realms that you that you live in is pretty narrow,” Corcoran said. “I remember telling guys, ‘You don't want to work till 7 o'clock tonight on Friday? You're not dedicated enough. You've only worked 21 days in a row and you want a day off? You're not dedicated enough.' “That sounds awful now.” Recognize that it takes all kinds of individuals to build a team and have a culture of success. Labor Market Management The labor market in the industry has changed significantly in recent years, and that's not just a problem for superintendents at local community golf venues. Leaders at the premier clubs face the same challenges, particularly when weighed against the facts that member expectations are not changing, nor are members willing to pay more for a stagnant experience. Talk about shifting winds. “The light-bulb moment for me was… I can either expect the labor market to change to meet the needs of one corporation or the upper echelon of one industry, or duh, realistically, we have to change to meet the labor market,” Delsandro said. Get as many outside perspectives, including those from outside the golf industry, as possible, and see what makes sense to apply as you manage a team at your course. Enjoy this episode of Leadership on the Links with David Delsandro and Jeff Corcoran! Soundbytes 17:15-17:46 “In this industry, as a professional, it started to become very apparent to me that everybody defined success differently. And from a leadership standpoint, the one good thing about working at a premium club in our business, or towards the upper echelon of any industry, is that typically, if you do it right, you're going to find transferable skills. Whether that's communication, professionalism, work ethic, or management skills.” —David Delsandro 34:42-35:25 “You see this whole dynamic of wages rising and operational pressure. Then you're talking about dues increases at a membership level and inflationary wage increases far exceeding operational increases. You know what I mean? There's this whole dynamic that starts crashing down. And at some point, it's going to break, right? So you do need to be creative. But on a macro level, it's gonna get to the point where there's a threshold. And there's some vast changes within industry that I think that are upcoming in the next five to eight years.” —Jeff Corcoran Quotes “The golf course was like my babysitter for the most part. My parents had to work. They just dropped me off, went to work, and they'd pick me up when it got dark out.” —Jeff Corcoran “I started working at the local public golf course when I was 15 just to get free golf. I thought I was going to work in the pro shop. I showed up on my first day with pressed khakis and a Sears, three-button Polo shirt, but at 9 a.m. I had some 60-year-old guy holding my ankles hanging over an irrigation ditch, covered in mud.” —David Delsandro “The labor market is such that there aren't as many individuals that are as motivated as there [used to be], if I'm being very open and honest about that.” —Jeff Corcoran “You soon learn that you don't know everything, and you need some help. You need people to see some stuff outside of the box and bring in consultants or industry professionals.” —Jeff Corcoran “There comes a point — and we've all been there, whether it's your first intendent's job or a new superintendent job at a different venue — that there's the realization that happens when you're like, ‘OK, I'm the guy now. Every decision that I make has consequences.' And it's more that you're not trying to succeed, you're just trying not to fail.” —David Delsandro “We've found that helping a new superintendent or a superintendent at a new venue has been some of the most rewarding work that we've done, because we're able to serve the person who we used to be; to help them succeed by avoiding mistakes that we made.” —David Delsandro Links Mentioned in This Episode: Tyler Bloom Consulting: https://tylerbloomconsulting.com/ Agronomic Advisors: https://agro-advisors.com/ Connect with David on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/david-delsandro-5071692a6/ Connect with Jeff on LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-corcoran-5681092a6/ Follow Agronomic Advisors on X: https://x.com/agro_advisors23

After designing golf courses for 25 years, Jim Nagle knows what club executives should look for when they search for an architect to plan their course renovation.  Nagle grew up wanting to be the next Bob Vila, but when the golf bug bit him, he traded home improvement for course improvement. Nagle combined his natural design talent, a landscape architecture degree from West Virginia University, and his newfound passion for the game into a life's work. He benefited from influential internships and summer jobs while in college, learning from architects like Pete Dye, Perry Dye, and Don Placek. He went on to spend most of his professional career as a golf course architect with Ron Forse and Forse Golf Design, Inc., specializing in the restoration and renovation of classic and modern golf courses. Nagle started his own business, Nagle Design Works, on March 1, 2024. His course redesign projects include Lancaster Country Club in central Pennsylvania, site of the recently completed U.S. Women's Open. In this episode, Nagle shares his story and lessons learned from a lifetime of work in the golf course industry. How to Evaluate Architects for Your Golf Course Project Golf courses, resorts, and related businesses benefited from the surge in engagement and golf activity from COVID-19, helping to offset some of the financial challenges posed by the pandemic, and also breathing new life into many facilities with capital improvements. Often members don't know exactly what the course needs, nor do they know who to hire. Nagel offered his top two traits an architect or designer should demonstrate before you sign him or her to a contract. Listening skills rank at the top. The applicant has to understand what the hot-button issues are and what the timeline is, and then help you develop a written plan of action.  Recall is not far behind. Nagel puts stock in being able “to walk a golf course, sit down four hours later, and rattle off all the distinct features of that course.” People, Not Pars Nagle was never very good at playing golf, but he's had a passion for the game and its people since he was a teenager.  As a designer or architect, you must be able to develop relationships with club leaders and members alike. It's rare to simply be handed the keys to a course overhaul, so engaging with the club community early in a project sets you up for success, like a nice drive down the middle of the fairway. Enjoy this episode of Leadership on the Links with Jim Nagle! Quotes “When I was a kid, I wanted to be the next Bob Vila.” “When we take that step into the unknown, in the back of your mind, it's like, is this going to work? Is this going to work? And I saw pretty quickly that I think it's going to work.” “Our industry is evolving, where now we're starting to see those courses built in the ‘50s, ‘60s, and ‘70s starting to get facelifts, but also starting to get some significant rebuilds.” “If there's anything our industry is, it's relationship-based. And it is so small that it will take you within a minute to find some sort of connection with the person you're sitting next to, talking to.” “They talk a lot about the community and what this U.S. Women's Open means to that community. To be a part of that, although a very small part of that, there's this community-wide success and enjoyment for this event.” Links Mentioned in This Episode: Tyler Bloom Consulting: https://tylerbloomconsulting.com/ Nagle Design Works: https://www.nagledesignworks.com/ Connect with Jim on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jim-nagle-asgca-31031414/ U.S. Women's Open at Lancaster Country Club (Photo Tour): https://www.uswomensopen.com/2024/galleries/course-tour-of-lancaster-country-club.html

What is an Ivy League educated guy spending his days moving dirt around? Beau Welling saw Augusta National and Cypress Point as a kid and both places got to him. After years working and learning from Tom Fazio, Welling has established his own design firm among the best in the industry. This conversation is about Beau's background and experiences, the state of the design industry and is the cash influx sustainable. Plus, his favorite holes, why he loves curling and Alistair Mackenzie as a drinking buddy. It's all in this 5 Clubs conversation with Gary Williams.

David Hinkle and Rio Valeriano with T36 Golf are flipping the script on traditional golf and redefining the sport for a new generation of golfers. Their revolutionary "Double Loop" design lets you experience a full 18-hole game with a smaller environmental footprint and shorter playtime. T36 Golf's unique "Double Loop" layout at Baytown Texas amplifies the player experience while reducing time of play by an hour and the land required to around half of that of a traditional 18 hole course. https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/1/1ea879c1-a4a2-4e10-bea4-e5d8368a3c7a/KOFRWAOf.jpg (https://www.youtube.com/@modgolfpodcast/videos) "I decided to go down to Key Largo and took my significant other Dina. We walked into this place called The Raw Bar and we sit at the only two seats available next to another couple and we order a drink called a "Dinarita". It's a margarita with a good tequila, splash of Chambord, no salt. So they say "Those sound great! Get us two of those." That struck up a conversation with this gentleman that was involved in golf. Three weeks later, I called him and said "I've got this course, 118 acres. I know we can't do an 18-hole golf course. What can we do?" He said "Actually you can build an 18-hole golf course on that acreage. Let me introduce you to somebody". That led us to a golf course architect which was that "AHA Moment" that ultimately evolved into T36 Golf."... Co-Founder Rio Valeriano Episode Chapters [03:00] How and when Rio and David where introduced to golf [08:00] How David and Rio met each other and the "AHA Moment" that started T36 Golf [11:30] Rio shares the "Dinarita" cocktail story at a Key Largo bar that led to meeting the right person at the right time [15:00] How and why they decided to build the first T36 Golf course in Baytown Texas [21:10] The "Double Loop" course layout explained [26:00] course design considerations to ensure the playing experience is fast, safe and fun [28:00] David talks about their target demographics and how they take a Blue Ocean Strategy approach to their business model [34:20] Their branding exercise and how they landed on the name "T36 Golf" [37:30] The importance of supporting youth golf at T36 Golf and Troon [39:30] How they have created a community gathering place for the people of Baytown [42:00] amplifying the customer experience through the restaurant, menu and lounge design [44:30] future expansion plans for the T36 Golf brand You can also learn more about Rio and David on thier bio pages (https://modgolf.fireside.fm/guests/david-hinkle). https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/1/1ea879c1-a4a2-4e10-bea4-e5d8368a3c7a/jqh00dBK.jpg (https://modgolf.fireside.fm/guests/brad-schweigert) Want to check out T36 Baytown (located 30 minutes east of Houston Texas) and perhaps book a tee time? Have a look at their website (https://t36golf.com/baytown/) to learn more. https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/1/1ea879c1-a4a2-4e10-bea4-e5d8368a3c7a/6bM3QI9_.jpg (https://t36golf.com/baytown/) We want to thank our Episode Presenting Partner Golf Genius Software who have supported The ModGolf Podcast since 2019! https://files.fireside.fm/file/fireside-uploads/images/1/1ea879c1-a4a2-4e10-bea4-e5d8368a3c7a/K9NPjjAv.jpg (https://www.golfgenius.com) Golf Genius powers tournament management at over 10,000 private clubs, public courses, resorts, golf associations, and tours in over 60 countries. So if you're a golf professional or course operator who wants to save time, deliver exceptional golfer experiences, and generate more revenue, check them out online at golfgenius.com (https://www.golfgenius.com). Special Guests: David Hinkle - Co-Founder and Principal at T36 Golf and Rio Valeriano - Co-Founder and Principal at T36 Golf.

Welcome to season 6 of the TalkinGolf History Podcast- I sincerely apologize for the delay to kick off this new exciting season. Today we have a special show...another edition of VaughnCon where we get extremely blunt on our golf course architcture takes. This is a jointly owned podcast between TalkinGolf History, the Donald Ross Society and Golf Club Atlas. Our special guest today is Jason Straka of Fry-Straka Design.

Bradley S. Klein, Ph.D., talks with Illinois-based golf course architect Michael Benkusky of Michael J. Benkusky Golf Course Architecture about his start in golf course design and why some consider it the best profession in the golf industry. Benkusky also discusses how his business is one of relationships and the importance of designing golf courses that are fun yet also offer strategic challenges throughout. Finally, they discuss the camaraderie that exists between architects even in the face of competition for winning design and restoration projects.

Built (truly "built," not just "laid out") by Willie Park, Jr., in 1900 and 1901, the Old Course at Sunningdale Golf Club was, to that point, the most expensive construction project in golf history. It was also more functional, systematically designed, and artful than golfers of the 1890s would have imagined an inland course could be. It marked a major advance in golf architecture and the beginning of the period we now call "the Golden Age." This third installment of our Great Courses series starts with an extended introduction from Garrett on the state of golf course design in the late 1800s and the turning point that Sunningdale represented. To further explore the course's design and influence, Garrett brings on Adam Lawrence (16:26), the editor of Golf Course Architecture magazine and the author of an upcoming biography of Harry Colt. Garrett and Adam discuss Sunngindale's origins, Colt's important role in refining its design, and much more.

It didnt get a lot of press a couple of months ago, but the restoration of the famed Cobbs Creek Golf Course is underway in Philadelphia. This public golf course was once one of the shining lights of public golf when it was designed and with Gil Hanse and Jim Wagner on their dozers, I wouldnt bet against Cobbs Creek becoming a beacon for how cities can embrace their public golf courses. What gets lost in this big story is how the dreams of two men (Cirba and Bausch) are about to come true. This is a story of how passion can overcome all odds.

Tom Coyne, New York Times best selling author and Senior Editor of The Golfer's Journal joins me to discuss his endeavors as the Owner/Operator of Sullivan County Golf Club, a golden age 9 holer located in the Catskills region of New York State. To learn more about Tom & Sullivan County Golf Club please visit: https://www.sullivancountygolf.com https://www.golfersjournal.com https://www.tomcoyne.com Thanks to our sponsors! https://www.rightlineusa.com https://www.greenkeeperapp.com/marketing/ Email questions & inquires to: thetalkinggreenkeeper@gmail.com

Giulia Ferroni is a Golf Course Architect Associate who works for Leeds Golf Course Design where Giulia's approach to golf course architecture is influenced heavily by sustainability.  To learn more about Giuilia and her approach to golf course design, please visit the Leeds Golf Course Design website: https://www.leedsgolfdesign.com/about-us/ Thanks to our sponsors! https://www.rightlineusa.com https://www.greenkeeperapp.com/marketing/ Email questions & inquires to: thetalkinggreenkeeper@gmail.com

The Seth Raynor Society is comprised of fans of golf courses designed by Seth Raynor, his mentor Charles Blair Macdonald or his protégé Charles Banks. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast presented by Mindful "U", Anthony Pioppi, executive director details the Seth Raynor Society, explains how Seth got started, and details the renovation at Lookout Mountain Club. He also talks about all the books he's written, his experience as a caddie, and his time in The Home of Golf. This was an unforgettable conversation, and an honor having Anthony on the show. Let's tee off.

Joel Weiman is a golf course architect who is the owner and operator of Weiman Golf Design.    On this episode, we break down Odessa National Golf Club, which is a course that Joel deisgned and built, and a course where I was the Superintendnent.  We recorded this episode after playing a round there, and it was the first time I had been on property since being terminated in 2011.  And it was Joel's first round there ever! Thanks to our sponsors! https://www.rightlineusa.com https://www.greenkeeperapp.com/marketing/index.html Email questions & inquires to: thetalkinggreenkeeper@gmail.com To learn about Joel Weiman and his approach to golf course design, please visit: https://weimangolfdesign.com

Bradley S. Klein, Ph.D., talks with golf course architect Dan Hixson on his career in the Pacific Northwest. Hixson's career started as a golf pro, from competing on mini tours to attempting to qualify for the PGA Tour. With a nose for good golf course design, he studied golf course design and eventually shifted his career to that of a golf course architect. After 23 years in the business, he has built a reputation for restoring and designing courses throughout the Oregon and Washington on time and on budget. 

Bledge, the Links Manager at Royal Liverpool is back for the third time (hat trick!) to discuss his recent experience as being the host Links Manager at the 151st Open Championship.  Thanks to our sponsors: https://www.rightlineusa.com https://www.greenkeeperapp.com/marketing/index.html https://www.dryject.com/ https://www.precisionlab.com Check out the Cookie Jar Golf documentary, "Preparing for an Open Championship-The Story of the 151st at Royal Liverpool: https://youtu.be/IfrfULA6XEw?si=jh7dg4H1XrPofa7z Email questions & inquires to: thetalkinggreenkeeper@gmail.com

Michael Bekken just received his PhD from Wisconsin University.  On this episode, we discuss his published paper, "The Estimated Energy & Greenhouse Gas Emissions Associated with Golf Course Turfgrass Maintenance in the Northern USA".  Thanks to our sponsors:  https://www.rightlineusa.com  https://www.greenkeeperapp.com/marketing/index.html Email questions & inquires to:thetalkinggreenkeeper@gmail.com      

Chuck Connolly is the Director of Golf at the Savannah Lakes Village, which is located in South Carolina.  Chuck is also the current president of the Carolinas Golf Course Superintendents Association. Thanks to our sponsors! https://www.rightlineusa.com https://www.greenkeeperapp.com/marketing/index.html https://www.dryject.com Email questions & inquires to: thetalkinggreenkeeper@gmail.com

I have no idea how to describe this episode other than to say that Vaughn Halyard and I started this podcast after playing Landmand for the third time and we had no agenda or a script. This is a bit different from our past podcasts, so if you are listening for the first time its not quite what we normally deliver, but I felt it was still worth publishing especially in its raw form. Just two friends who love golf history and golf design.

Mike Fagan is the Golf Course Superintendent at Rock Manor Golf Course, which is located in my hometown of Wilmington, Delaware.  A green on Mike's course was recently vandalized where a person on a four wheeler and three of his jerk friends riding dirt bikes did spinouts and doughnuts, thus wrecking the back half of the green.  This crime was caught on video by local golfers and has since gone viral.  Mike and I break down what happened along with discussing his career as a greenkeeper. Thanks to our sponsors: https://www.rightlineusa.com https://www.greenkeeperapp.com/marketing/ Email questions & inquires to: thetalkinggreenkeeper@gmail.com

Zach Bauer joins me nearly four years after his first appearance on the podcast to discuss why he left Denver to become the Director of Agronomy at Coeur d'Alene National Reserve Golf Club, located in beautiful, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho. Thanks to our sponsors! https://www.rightlineusa.com https://www.greenkeeperapp.com/marketing/index.html https://www.precisionlab.com Email questions & inquires to: thetalkinggreenkeeper@gmail.com

Bill Kreuser, Turf Management researcher, educator, consultant, inventor of the Greenkeeper App & Superintendent at Ager Junior Golf Club, located in Lincoln, Nebraska is back to discuss all the latest happenings in greenkeepeing for the game we all adore. Thanks to our sponsors! https://www.rightlineusa.com https://www.greenkeeperapp.com/marketing/index.html https://poconoturf.com Email questions & inquires to: thetalkinggreenkeeper@gmail.com      

The Golfer's Journal Podcast is made possible by member support. If you'd like to support the show, please consider becoming a member here: https://glfrsj.nl/Memberships Geoff Shackelford has written extensively on golf course architecture throughout the years and has consulted for Los Angeles Country Club on course modifications, making him the ideal guest for 2023 U.S. Open week. Shackelford joins Tom Coyne for a candid chat on his new book, Golf Course Architecture for Normal People, how to take GCA seriously without being a snob, and what to expect when the world's best take on LACC.  Geoff Shackelford: https://www.geoffshackelford.com/ Tom Coyne: https://www.tomcoyne.com/

Steve Rabideau is the Director of Golf at the famed Winged Foot Golf Club located in Mamaroneck, New York. Thanks to our sponsors! https://www.rightlineusa.com https://www.greenkeeperapp.com/marketing/index.html https://www.dryject.com https://www.precisionlab.com Email questions & inquires to: thetalkinggreenkeeper@gmail.com   

Dan Hershberg, CEO & founder of The Amateur Golf Society of America Tour is back to discuss the tour he created and the current state of the golf industry.  Thanks to our sponsors! https://www.rightlineusa.com https://www.greenkeeperapp.com/marketing/index.html https://www.amateurgolfsociety.com Email questions & inquires to: thetalkinggreenkeeper@gmail.com  

Dan Dinelli who is the Golf Course Superintendent at The North Shore Country Club, located in Glenview, Illinois, is also one of the forward thinkers in the business of greenkeeping when it comes to putting green root zone management. Thanks to our sponsors! https://www.rightlineusa.com https://www.greenkeeperapp.com/marketing/index.html https://www.dryject.com https://www.amateurgolfsociety.com Email questions & inquires to: thetalkinggreenkeeper@gmail.com  

Zach Nicoludis is a USGA Green Section Agronomist based out of Columbus, Ohio who consults on golf courses in the central region of the United States.  To learn more about Zach and the services he provides please visit: https://www.usga.org/course-care/zach-nicoludis.html Thanks to our sponsors! https://www.rightlineusa.com https://www.amateurgolfsociety.com https://www.greenkeeperapp.com/marketing/index.html Email questions and inquires to: thetalkinggreenkeeper@gmail.com

Greg Bennett was a Golf Course Superintendent in Massachusetts, and is now the District Manager for Precision Laboratories.  Thanks to our sponsors! https://www.precisionlab.com https://www.rightlineusa.com https://www.greenkeeperapp.com/marketing/ https://www.amateurgolfsociety.com Email questions & Inquires to: thetalkinggreenkeeper@gmail.com

Colin Caulfield is the Golf Course Superintendent at Caboolture Golf Club located near the Gold Coast in Brisbane, Australia. Thanks to our sponsors: https://www.rightlineusa.com https://www.greenkeeperapp.com/marketing/ Email questions & inquires to: thetalkinggreenkeeper@gmail.com

A traditon like no other, Chris Tritabaugh, GCS of Hazeltine National Golf Club is back to discuss his experince as a volunteer at the 2023 Masters.  To learn more about Chris, please check out: https://ctunderscoreturf.substack.com Thanks to our sponsors! https://www.rightlineusa.com https://www.greenkeeperapp.com/marketing/ https://www.precisionlab.com https://www.amateurgolfsociety.com Email questions & inquires: thetalkinggreenkeeper@gmail.com    

Jeff Broadbelt was a Golf Course Superintendent who came up in the Philadelphia area and is currently the VP of DryJect Inc.  Thanks to our sponsors! https://www.dryject.com https://www.rightlineusa.com https://www.greenkeeperapp.com/marketing/ Email questions & inquires to: thetalkinggreenkeeping@gmail.com

887: Agustin “Augie” Pisa is an award winning golf course architect who received a Masters in Golf Course Architecture from Edinburgh University in Scotland and was featured on Forbes List of 100 Most Creative Mexicans. In this episode we discuss the differences in designing for municipal courses, resorts, and country clubs. We also get details on Augie's game changing concept called Butterfly Golf that incorporates four groups of 6 holes to create incredible flexibility for players to have up to 24 courses on a single facility. Learn more at pizagolf.comThis week on Golf Smarter Mulligans #202, is #3 of 9 episodes featuring our conversations with Tony Manzoni. This episode is part2 of 2 on "Taking Your Game to the Next Level, One Club at a Time". Tony was an amazing golf instructor who passed away in 2018. We first met him in 2009, and in the dozen or so times he was on the podcast with us, emails flooded in with more positive feedback than any other teacher featured. Tony's book, The Lost Fundamental, One Simple Move, Better Golf Forever, which was out of print when he passed away, is once again available on Amazon including Kindle format. Tony's video of the same name was also out of circulation, but can now be seen online. If you'd like to gain access please write to me directly via email GolfSmarterPodcast@Gmail.com or clicking on the Hey Fred button at golfsmarter.com.This episode is brought to you by Shopify. Sign up for a $1 per month trial period at Shopify.com/golfsmarter to take your business to the next level today.This episode is also brought to you by Healthycell. Go to heathycell.com/GOLFSMARTER and use promo code GOLFSMARTER to get 20% off your first order.Golf Smarter has been named by golfspan.com as one of the 10 Best Golf Podcasts for 2023, including being named the BEST GOLF PODCAST FOR YOUR MENTAL GAME. Check it out at https://www.golfspan.com/best-golf-podcasts.Become a Golf Smarter Ambassador by introducing our next episode! For your effort you'll receive a choice of prizes including:A box of ODIN balls of your choice with the Golf Smarter logo. ODIN Golf is the only golf brand that sponsors and pays everyday golfers! See our custom page at odin-golf.com/pages/golfsmarter.A Glove + Glove Compartment from RedRoosterGolf.com where you can choose from a large variety of styles of gloves in 26 sizes!A private link to Tony Manzoni's video “The Lost Fundamental”.Write to GolfSmarterPodcast@gmail.com and we'll send you simple instructions and a brief script to record for the intro of the show. In addition to sharing your home course, you now have the opportunity to offer your favorite Golf Smarter lesson, episode, insight or teacher.

Jeremy Wilson just finished a road trip throughout America, where he played a municipal course in all 50 states while randomly being paired with different playing partners for each round.  To learn more about his municipal course adventures, please visit: https://www.pairedupgolf.com Thanks to our sponsors: https://www.rightlineusa.com https://www.greenkeeperapp.com/marketing/ Email questions & inquires to: thetalkinggreenkeeper@gmail.com

Travis Shaddox PhD is an assistant professor at the Univerisity of Kentucky where he focuses on soil fertiltiy and turfgrass nutrition.  Travis recently participated in publishing a a paper titled, "Nutrient Use and Management Practices on United States Golf Courses".  To learn more about this piece please visit: https://journals.ashs.org/horttech/view/journals/horttech/33/1/article-p79.xml Thanks to our sponsors: https://www.rightlineusa.com https://www.greenkeeperapp.com/marketing/ Email questions and inquires to: thetalkinggreenkeeper@gmail.com  

Mike DeVries has learned from the best. The Michigan native first picked up the game at Crystal Downs, trained under Tom Doak and worked for Tom Fazio. He's since made a name for himself by designing celebrated modern courses like Kingsley Club, Cape Wickham and Greywalls to name a few. On TGJ Podcast 125, DeVries joins host Tom Coyne from the site of his next project in Tasmania to speak to what makes for "engaging" golf," his personal top five and why, for him, everything comes back to Crystal Downs. 

It's not easy to pin down Bill Murray, but one way to do so, as podcast host Tom Coyne learned, is to ride shotgun with him across Georgia. In this candid conversation from the midst of a golf road trip to Ohoopee Match Club, the two discuss what they love about golf, where they love to play it, and with whom. It's Bill Murray as you haven't heard him before–not the movie star but your pilot across the low country, both of you late for a tee time.

Andrew Green has become one of the hottest names in golf course architecture thanks to his renovation work at Inverness, Congressional, Oak Hill, Scioto, Wannamoisett and many other golden age classics in need of a refresh. But does he want to build something from scratch? He joins Tom Coyne on the TGJ Podcast to discuss his passion for history, his start in golf course design, love for his job and why William Flynn is his spirit animal. 

Golf course architecture is experiencing its biggest boom in almost 20 years. With demand for new courses and restoration/renovation work ramping up, the industry is at an important juncture. Andy and Garrett each share three things they hope and/or expect to see from golf course design in the near future. They explore possibilities for less suitable land, shorter courses, and experimental shaping as well as predictions for how the economy and climate change will shape trends.

Andy and Garrett are back with another mailbag episode recorded in the midst of their trip through Massachusetts, Maine, and Upstate New York. This one is focused on all of your golf course architecture questions. Well, maybe not *all* of them, but Andy and Garrett do tackle some serious subjects, including which architect has done the most damage to golf course architecture. They also make time for not-so-hard-hitting topics such as the effectiveness of periscopes and bells and the correct distribution of on-course restrooms. The episode wraps up with advice on how to discuss golf course architecture with sane people and thoughts on course rankings and the crucial gap between "favorite" and "best."