Podcast appearances and mentions of Rory McIlroy

On this Wednesday show, Gary dives into the big conversation around the Cognizant Classic and why the field has shifted over the years, plus what PGA National needs to keep its edge and identity as the Florida swing begins.Gary also unveils the first 2026 edition of “Club 5,” our weekly heat check on the players trending right now, featuring names like Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, and Chris Gotterup.Then it's two great conversations. 2-Time PGA TOUR winner and Golf Analyst, Matt Every, joins with thoughts on what makes Florida golf different, how players adjust to Bermuda, and what this stretch of the schedule demands. PGA TOUR Winner, Golf Analyst, and host of ‘The Smylie Show', Smylie Kaufman joins to talkabout Ludvig Åberg and Jordan Spieth returning to form, a look ahead to THE PLAYERS Championship, what that week truly feels like for players, and what's missed most about the tournament's former May setup.We wrap with Dogs of the Week and our picks for the Cognizant Classic. 5 Clubs airs on Golf Channel and SiriusXM PGA TOUR Radio (Channel 92).0:00 Opening Thoughts 2:45 Opinion on Cognizant Classic 9:50 Club 5 Power Rankings13:56 Matt Every 28:00 Smylie Kauffman 42:55 Dogs and Picks of the WeekFOLLOW 5 Clubs: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/5clubsgolf/X: https://x.com/5ClubsGolf Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5ClubsGolf/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5clubsgolf

On this Tuesday edition of 5 Clubs, Gary Williams turns the page from the West Coast swing and looks ahead to what makes the Florida swing such a different test. More wind, more water, and a style of golf that can punish you fast.First, Ron Green Jr. from Global Golf Post joins Gary in studio to recap what stood out on the West Coast, what the TOUR's early-season rhythm could look like going forward, and why Rory McIlroy feels like he's playing a smarter, more complete brand of golf right now. They also talk Scottie Scheffler, including the slow starts that have shown up lately and why it's something to watch without turning it into a panic button.Then Andy Johnson from Fried Egg Golf stops by to keep the Rory conversation going, explain what makes Florida golf so brutal even when the wind “doesn't look that bad,” and share what he finds most redeeming about this stretch on the schedule. Andy also gives his top three courses in Florida and makes the case for a public spot that's worth the trip even if you're not a die-hard golf nut.5 Clubs airs on Golf Channel and SiriusXM PGA TOUR Radio (Channel 92).0:00 TGL Recap5:11 Florida Swing Preview12:36 Ron Green Jr29:45 Andy Johnson44:00 West Coast Swing RecapFOLLOW 5 Clubs: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/5clubsgolf/X: https://x.com/5ClubsGolf Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/5ClubsGolf/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@5clubsgolf

We recap Jacob Bridgeman's impressive first PGA Tour victory at Riviera Country Club, where Rory McIlroy nearly chased him down on Sunday. CP was boots on the ground for the whole week, and has notes on the tour's future schedule, Denny McCarthy's F-bomb-laced solo round and much more. Plus, picks for The Cog. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

There never seems to be a quiet week in golf, and this week is no different. But before we get into the show, we touch on our Betr multi which was so close to coming off. Rory did the job, Min Woo feel agonisingly short of the Top 10, and Scheffler had a very good weekend, but a poor Thursday and Friday, missing the Top 5. So close, yet so far away....on the flip side a number of wolfpackers seem to have profited from Nick's dark horse tip of Aldrich Potgieter (including Mark and Dan).Nick is over the moon that his good mate US Tour Pro Austen Truslow won at Paraparaumu at the weekend, his first win, and Nick was commentating so saw the whole thing, and was chatting to Austen on the Saturday night before the final day.Huge win for Jacob Bridgeman at Riviera at the weekend, he hung on to claim the title. Mark did see him doing something that he doesn't like and explains to Nick, who completely agrees. And for Hostplus, this week our That's a Plus recipient is Adam Scott for his wonderful performance in Riviera.The BMW Touch of Class from Nick this week is not awarded to a person, although it sort of is a living, breathing, thing....he explains his choice to Mark.Massive news from the DP World Tour with their announcement of a settlement deal for LIV players which sees a number of them now able to play in certain DPWT events alongside LIV. But one player refused to accept the deal....we discuss.Rumour mill....Nick and Mark separately have some mail on something that, should if come off, would be huge for golf. It involves Golf Australia and LIV. They explain on the pod and read out the texts they have each received on this issue.Royal Melbourne's routing for The Australian Open. Good for matchplay, not for the Open. Mark says that Golf Australia need to 'change it now' before it is locked in.After the Turn, for Betr, the Top 5 toughest finishes in golf on courses Nick has played. #1 is a big one, and contains memories that still haunt Nick! He explains why.Lots of feedback - a message on something that a wolfpacker saw at LIV but has not heard about from anyone else, some suggestions on players who have come back from adversity who you feel Mark missed last week - one Australian male golfer and one international female golfer.Feedback on our Ritchie Smith chat from a week or two ago, and Travis (Sophie's Dad!) has written in after Nick and Mark reviewed 8-year old Sophie's golf technique on the pod last week. And then we hear of another young gun, a 14-year old this time, and Mark shares a text from legendary AFL journalist Mike Sheehan about his 15-year old grandson....the kids are killing it!In the PING Globals Nick runs around the world with all the results, and suggests that Talk Birdie To Me may be responsible for killing off Schefflers run of Top 10's....harsh.And for Golf Clearance Outlet, Mark's masterclass is on Rory McIlroy's impressive bunker play.We're live from Titleist and FootJoy HQ thanks to our great partners:BMW, luxury and comfort for the 19th hole;Titleist, the #1 ball in golf;FootJoy, the #1 shoe and glove in golf;PING will help you play your best;Golf Clearance Outlet, they beat everyone's prices;Betr, the fastest and easiest betting app in Australia;And watchMynumbers and Southern Golf Club. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A wet week around Riviera and a big lead going into Sunday, Jacob Bridgeman beat out Kurt Kitayama and Rory McIlroy by 1 to win the 2026 Genesis Invitational. Plus Jeeno Thitikul wins her home event at the Honda LPGA Thailand. Join us as we break down the results across the world of golf, run down the leaderboard, news and notes, and more! Presented by Titleist. Support our sponsors: Titleist - and the new Vokey SM11 Wedges High Noon - Sun's Up! Arccos - NLU15 for 15% off at https://www.arccosgolf.com/ SoFi - Get Your Money Right at https://www.sofi.com/nlu Looking to travel this year, check out East Sands Golf Co.: https://www.eastsandsgolf.co/nlu Join us in our support of the Evans Scholars Foundation: https://nolayingup.com/esf The NLU email newsletter: bi-monthly updates on all things NLU: https://newsletter.nolayingup.com/subscribe Join The No Laying Up Nest: https://nolayingup.com/join Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It is Victory Monday for Golf's Preeminent Gambling Podcast! Andy returns from vacation and immediately gives Brendan his flowers for picking Jacob Bridgeman to win the Genesis Invitational. PJ issues an apology for laughing at Brendan's belief in The Bridgeman, who cashed 100-1 tickets for bettors everywhere. Andy and Brendan recap the weekend at Riviera and shine a light on Bridgemans path to the PGA Tour and his first career victory. Kevin Van Valkenburg joins from the on-site media center in LA to share some observations from the ground, touching on Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, Aldrich Potgieter, and more. Andy, Brendan, and Kevin also discuss the online pushback against Riviera after the pros tore up a soft course this week after all the rain on Thursday. After debating whether there should be a "Shotgun Start Book Club," there's a brief Tiger Woods conversation amongst the group, with everyone believing that he will, in fact, play on the Champions Tour in 2026. Brendan is convinced that Tiger will be playing the Masters, too! Andy moves to ban Spider putters on the PGA Tour before recapping the rest of the week in pro golf, including the Magical Kenya Open and Jeeno Thitikul's first-ever win in Thailand. In news, the DP World Tour has settled its fines with almost all of the eligible LIV players... except for Jon Rahm. Andy and Brendan wonder if this means his 2027 Ryder Cup status is truly in doubt as even Tyrrell Hatton decided to cut the check. PJ and Andy are both in Florida for the big Ballfrogs match on Monday night, but it remains to be seen if Brendan will make it down south through the snow. Stay tuned for some in-person TGL takeaways on Wednesday's episode!

Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme break down Jacob Bridgeman's statement win at the Genesis Invitational, Rory McIlroy's late charge, and Adam Scott reminding everyone that elite ball-striking never ages.From soft conditions changing Riviera's identity to Scottie Scheffler's bizarre slow-start trend, this episode dives deep into what actually mattered this week — and what it means heading into the Florida Swing.Plus: rising young Americans, blade putter debates

On this Monday edition of 5 Clubs, Gary Williams recaps a packed sports weekend before turning the page to golf, including a full look back at The Genesis Invitational and what it told us about where the game is headed.Gary starts with the moment that stole the weekend outside of golf, then rolls into the winners around the world and the headline story from Riviera. Jacob Bridgeman breaks through for his first PGA TOUR win, and Gary explains why his performance was so rare in the ShotLink era and why closing with a lead can be its own kind of pressure. From there, Gary digs into Scottie Scheffler's fight after an ugly start, the efficiency that makes him so dangerous even when he doesn't have his best stuff, and how Rory McIlroy's shot-making is starting to look like the kind of artistry that travels to Augusta and Shinnecock.Then, Billy Horschel joins the show ahead of TGL action with Atlanta Drive. Billy gives a real update on where his body is after surgery, what it's been like building endurance again, and why he feels he's trending in the right direction. He also talks about why the indoor, prime-time environment fits him, how the nerves in TGL compare to TOUR pressure, and what it means to be an entertainer while still showing real skill. Billy also gets into the urgency of the next couple of weeks, his mindset chasing opportunities like The Players and the Masters, and what he believes the PGA TOUR needs to protect as it evolves, especially when it comes to cuts, access, and creating real opportunity for members.After that, Michael Bamberger joins Gary for a wide-ranging conversation on golf's most relentless competitors, Scottie Scheffler's mindset and focus, and what separates the truly rare personalities at the top. Michael also shares the story behind the 40th anniversary re-release of his first book, including what's new in this edition and why those long relationships in golf still matter.Gary closes the show with thoughts on the LPGA's global start to the season and why it matters that the best players are winning early, even when the events are happening far from the U.S. viewing window. With the West Coast Swing now in the rearview, the PGA TOUR heads to Florida, and the shift in conditions and scoring resistance is about to get real.5 Clubs airs live on Golf Channel and SiriusXM PGA TOUR Radio (Channel 92). 0:00 Opening Thoughts 3:30 Recapping the Weekend in Golf 13:20 Billy Horschel 31:20 Michael Bamberger43:33 LPGA Thoughts

0:00: The Genesis Invitational got a whole lot closer than anticipated 08:00: Here comes another breakout candidate whose journey is worth protecting 12:00: What else stood out from the week at Riviera 16:00: Handing out grades following the West Coast swing 25:00: T-Lew joins the show! 47:00: Voices in the Crowd: Tiger at the Masters, Tiger on the Champions Tour and less is really more? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send Me A Text Message I would love to know where you are listening to me from!!Hello again, I was able to capture the Final Round from Riviera Country Club where Jacob Bridgeman held a 5 or 6 shot lead going into the final round of the 2026 Genesis Invitational at Riviera CC.  That lead dwindled to only a 1 shot heading into the 18th hole at Riviera.  He shot a 1 over par 72 on the final day holding off Rory McIlroy and Kurt Kitayama.  It was good to see this course after the fires had ravaged Pacific Palisades in 2025.  I really enjoy this venue on the PGA Tour and it was also great to see Tiger talk about the forseeable future with a schedule shift in the West Coast Swing.  Thanks for listening.    cut down version of TKGP intro music Support the show#theknackeredgolfistpodcast@theknackeredgolfistCheck out The Knackered Golfist on YouTubehttps://www.youtube.com/@TheKnackeredGolfistOughton's Golf Repairhttps://oughtonsgolf.com/Thank a Veteran Today!!https://www.pgareach.org/services/militaryThe Observant Ear Radio Network GOD Bless You!!

On this week's edition of the podcast, Peter and Ronan are bullish about Rory McIlroy's form despite going trophyless in the first two months of the season as the Florida swing begins and we enter the countdown to the Masters in April.It's only February but we have already had an Irish winner on tour in the shape of Portumna's Sam Murphy who won the opening Alps Tour event of the season on his debut appearance as a professional as he and Robert Moran completed an Irish 1-2 in Egypt. Ronan caught up with Sam to talk about his win, overcoming some major injury struggles including six surgeries and looking towards the future.

Brendan! is joined by an on-site Kevin Van Valkenburg for this Friday episode honoring the Genesis Invitational. KVV shares some scenes from the practice rounds at Riviera before the rain came in and made much of Thursday's first round a wash. It wasn't a wash for this Gambling Podcast, as Rory McIlroy and Jacob Bridgeman both share the clubhouse lead as of this recording. Brendan spent the morning watching along on PGA Tour Live and has plenty of takeaways from the broadcast, including a scoring average graphic that was completely devoid of content. PJ was assigned to watch the "Betcast" on Thursday and points out that there was plenty of Jon Rahm talk on this PGA Tour product despite Rahmbo riding Dumbo at Disneyland this week instead of teeing it up at Riv. Scottie Scheffler is not yet finished with his first round, but he struggled mightily on his front nine. Brendan and KVV recap what we've seen from Scottie so far, adding another poor Thursday to a stretch of many this year. Even with a great round from Rory and Scottie's tough stretch, the news of the day was made elsewhere. Following reports from Geoff Shackelford and Adam Schupak looking into the matter, the PGA of America announced that President Don Rea Jr. has been "reassigned to member-first priorities" for the rest of his term. Brendan reads the full statement and everyone wonders if this is truly the end from Don. There's also some introspection about how much of a role... podcasts... played in this decision. KVV breaks out the Lucas Glover impression at the very end of his chat with Brendan to celebrate the U.S. Open champ being named PAC Chairman. The last half hour of this episode is a reheat of a Flashback Friday from 2021, when Andy and Brendan remembered Ben Hogan's comeback (not to be compared to Anthony Kim's) and "Mr. Icicle." Visit your local Golf Galaxy and download the Golf Galaxy mobile app to upgrade your game!

Haotong Li joins The Smylie Show for perhaps the most laughs we've had in an episode yet

Lucas Glover will begin his tenure as a chair in the players committee. Plus, Rory and Scottie prepare for the Genesis Invitational. All that and more happening in the world of golf. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Gary Shaw is a PGA professional whose life has revolved around the sport from a young age — training alongside Shane Lowry, competing with Rory McIlroy and setting course records across the UK and Ireland. But as Gary came to terms with his sexuality, his relationship with golf began to change. It was only after coming out as gay that he rediscovered his passion for the game — a journey that led him to found LGBT Golf, an organisation dedicated to making the sport more welcoming and inclusive. In this powerful and honest conversation on The Jack Murley Sports Show, Gary opens up about identity, authenticity and why representation matters so much in traditionally conservative sports. In this episode, we discuss: Growing up in elite-level golf Losing — and rediscovering — his love for the sport Coming out as gay in professional golf Founding LGBT Golf and supporting others Making golf a place where everyone belongs This is an inspiring conversation about courage, community and finding joy in sport by being your true self. WANT TO FIND OUT MORE ABOUT OUR GUEST? @garyshawgolf WANT TO GET IN TOUCH WITH THE PODCAST? @jack_murley jack@jackmurley.com #GolfLife #ProfessionalGolf #GolfCommunity #GolfCoach #GolfForAll

We recap Anthony Kim's wild comeback victory at LIV Golf Adelaide, as well as Collin Morikawa's return to the winner's circle at Pebble Beach. Plus, an interview with Train lead singer Pat Monahan, who played in the AT&T Pro-Am for the seventh time last week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send a textWelcome back to another Class Chat. In this episode Will does something new. On the call he has PGA Professional Gavin Young and Elite Amateur Niall Fitzgerald. What is interesting about this is that they are teacher and student. Gavin is one of the teaching pros out of Ballyneety in Limerick which will host the Junior Ryder Cup in 2027. Before turning pro Gavin was a plus handicap golfer and started his trade in Adare Manor and had the pleasure of sharing a range session with Rory McIlroy. He has since moved on the Ballyneety and offers lessons out of the driving range in the club. Niall is an Ex Elite rugby player having worn the Munster Jersey underage up to under 20s and had a regimented strength and conditioning routine until he discovered through an injury that he would have to give up a sport that he loves. Turning to golf a little later than some he has now brought that determination from Rugby to golf and with the help of Gavin has goals of being one of the best in the country. Tune is to a great chat with two gentlemen and hear about how they work together but also how they are great friends. Follow us on Instagram @atocpod and follow our YouTube channel @PARfectlyclassy

0:00: Anthony Kim and a redemption story for the ages08:00: Why this story has resonated so far and wide21:30: How the disappointing play of Jon Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau allowed AK to shine29:00: Collin Morikawa knocks off his first PGA Tour title since 2023 with a gritty display at Pebble37:00: Scottie Scheffler, somehow, nearly pulls off the improbable again43:00: Listener questions: 5th major talk, Gotterup on the Presidents Cup, how to combat distance?50:00: Players media day starts a conversation Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this week's edition of the podcast, Peter and Ronan start off down under and reflect on what will surely be the golf story of the year as Anthony Kim rolled back the years and won for the first time in 16 years at LIV Adelaide capping off a sensational comeback journey.There was also huge drama at Pebble Beach as Collin Morikawa... eventually... won the AT&T Pro-Am for his first win in over two years while there were signs of encouragement for Shane Lowry and Rory McIlroy heading into the Genesis and beyond as Max Kennedy gave his DP World Tour hopes a shot in the arm during an overall fruitful period for the Irish in South Africa over the last month.

GS#485 April 21, 2015 Andy Walker of the Legacy Golf Channel Academy in Phoenix, AZ  returns to discuss his new business that creates a rating system for high school golfers to get noticed by college golf programs.  Besides playing against Tiger in college and professionally, Andy is also the coach of the nation's #1 community college golf team, South Mountain Community College. We also talk about: • How the youth movement that is taking over the PGA Tour, • Recap of Jordan Speith's performance at The 2015 Masters • How Speith and Rory McIlroy are now the future of the Tour • How Tiger still has an impact on the financial success of the golf industry. http://www.golflegacyresort.com/#!academy/ckra http://www.pgatour.com/players/player.26288.htmlIf you have a question about whether or not Fred is using any of the methods, equipment or apps we've discussed, or if you'd like to share a comment about what you've heard in this or any other episode, please write because Fred will get back to you. Either write to golfsmarterpodcast@gmail.com or click on the Hey Fred button, at golfsmarter.com

Andy Johnson is joined by Fried Egg Golf's Kevin Van Valkenburg and Joseph LaMagna for an early look at the 2026 Masters. The three of them discuss players to watch between now and mid-April, including Chris Gotterup (who won in Phoenix after this was recorded), Ludvig Åberg, and Cameron Young. Andy, Kevin, and Joseph also debate whether Jordan Spieth or Justin Rose can make a run at this year's tournament. To wrap things up, they look at Rory McIlroy and what we can expect from his first title defense.

0:00: We're positively giddy for Pebble week05:00: Should this event be played now or in the summer?10:00: Defending champion Rory McIlroy weighs in on the is-The-Players-a-major? debate18:00: We're about to embark on an insanely busy stretch23:00: What else we're looking forward to this week Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's Pebble Beach Week, but JWall and Uncle Gene are diving into the first results from robot testing on 2026 drivers. They've identified problem areas and cheat code locations on certain faces. This episode is heaven for a Numbers Nerd. Plus, notes from Pebble, including a new Scotty Cameron insert, a Rory iron change and notes on mini drivers. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On this Tuesday edition of 5 Clubs, Gary Williams reacts to the PGA TOUR's latest push positioning THE PLAYERS Championship as a Major, including Brandel Chamblee's headline-making stance that THE PLAYERS “stands alone” and is the best Major. Gary breaks down why the “Fifth Major” conversation keeps resurfacing, why Major history is more murky than people realize, and why retroactively awarding Major status would open an impossible can of worms.Brendan Porath of Fried Egg Golf joins from Chicago to talk about Chris Gotterup's rise and what makes his game feel sustainable. Brendan explains why Gotterup's wins have come on demanding stages, why Scottie Scheffler's week to week persistence is so compelling, and how the PGA TOUR's Signature Event pathways like the Next 10 and Swing 5 help shape fields. They also debate sponsor exemptions, field size, and what would make the system feel more merit based.Also from Fried Egg Golf, Kevin Van Valkenburg joins next to continue THE PLAYERS Championship Major discussion and how the PGA TOUR is going on offense with its messaging. Kevin digs into how “Major” status has shifted historically, why the TOUR wants more ownership of golf's biggest stages, and what a defining 2026 accomplishment could look like for Rory McIlroy. He also shares a thoughtful angle on Scottie Scheffler's balance and mentality, and what Tiger Woods' future impact could be as the PGA TOUR evolves.Gary closes the show with a quick historical "what if" involving Augusta National and the USGA, and why The PLAYERS conversation will only get louder as THE PLAYERS week approaches.Subscribe for more from 5 Clubs on Golf Channel and PGA TOUR Radio.0:00 Opening Thoughts13:54 Brendon Porath 33:07 Kevin Van Valkenburg 43:20 Final Thoughts

On this week's edition of the podcast, Peter and Ronan wax lyrical over the WM Phoenix Open as Chris Gotterup stole the title from Hideki Matsuyama for his second win in three weeks to move up to 5th in the world. However, the fireworks might be outweighed by more crowd disturbances at this tournament.Pádraig Harrington made his 500th DP World Tour start last week but Gary Hurley was also another good news story as he showed a return to form in South Africa after a hellish year out of the game. Plus Patrick Reed leads the Race to Dubai by a considerable distance, might that prompt Rory McIlroy to add more events to his DP World Tour schedule in order to win his 8th Race to Dubai crown?

On this Monday edition of 5 Clubs, Gary Williams reviews key developments from the weekend in golf, highlighted by the performances of Chris Gotterup and Patrick Reed.Golf course designer and World Curling President Beau Welling joins 5 Clubs with Gary from Italy to discuss his wide ranging career, current projects with TGR Design, and the evolution of modern golf architecture. Welling shares insight into how data, playability, and course design can challenge elite players while remaining accessible for golfers of all skill levels, along with a look at the growing demand for golf worldwide.Luke Clanton then joins the show to talk about his fast rise from elite amateur golf to earning his PGA TOUR card through PGA TOUR U. Clanton breaks down what it felt like playing under the spotlight at the WM Phoenix Open, why pressure is something he embraces, and how he's adjusting to life on tour from training and adding weight, to staying grounded with perspective from his family.They also discuss Clanton's comfort in a TV driven environment like TGL, what he's learning from being around the game's best, including Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler, and how he keeps his routine and mindset consistent as expectations grow.The episode also looks at Patrick Reed's early season success overseas, his wins on the DP World Tour, and what that momentum could mean moving forward as he continues to compete internationally and in major championships.0:00 Opening Thoughts2:59 Recap of Weekend Winners14:00 Beau Welling27:50 Luke Clanton42:59 Patrick Reed wins in Qatar

Eamon Lynch and Rex Hoggard recap Chris Gotterup's win at the WM Phoenix Open, chat with Brendan Porath and Shane Ryan about the week that was, Beth Ann Nichols joins to discuss the LPGA Tour, John Cook stops by to talk about the upcoming Pebble Beach Pro-Am, and more!Shane Ryan and Brendan Porath: 4:20Beth Ann Nichols: 23:44John Cook: 31:10 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Missin Curfew Episode 455 Jon Cooper dressed incredible as Tampa Bay and Boston took part in an instant classic in the Stadium Series Patrick Kane has the most points by an American in NHL history and influenced the future of hockey What's next for Nashville after moving on from Barry Trotz? The Fellas discuss where different teams are with the Olympic break around the corner and who needs the break the most (0:00) Intro (1:30) Fellas on Winter Vacations (11:00) Shane at Alex Killorn's 1000 Games Played Party (20:08) Australian Open (28:01) DraftKings Pick6 Segment (32:56) Labatt Get This Guy A Beer: Patrick Kane, Rory McIlroy, Barry Trotz Out in Nashville (45:20) Luxury Auto Collection Dog of The Week: Swayman vs Vasilevskiy Fight, Lindsey Vonn (54:15) Eagle Four Around the National: Stadium Series Reactions (1:03:08) Feelings Going Into the Olympic Break (1:08:24) Stuart Skinner and the Pittsburgh Penguins (1:13:36) Milk Carton: Calvin Pickard (1:17:17) Jäegermeister Iciest Shot of the Week: Brandon Hagel SAUCE HOCKEY MERCH | https://saucehockey.com/collections/missin-curfew YOUTUBE | www.youtube.com/@MissinCurfew SPOTIFY | https://open.spotify.com/show/4uNgHhgCtt97nMbbHm2Ken APPLE | https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/missin-curfew INSTAGRAM | www.instagram.com/missincurfew TWITTER | www.twitter.com/MissinCurfew TIKTOK | www.tiktok.com/@missincurfewpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to the Fore Golfers Network/Michigan Golf Live Podcast Ep 510 - Inside the Ropes: 31 Years as a PGA Tour Rules Official with Joe Terry What really happens when a PGA Tour rules official gets called in? In this episode of the Fore Golfers Network Podcast, we talk with longtime PGA Tour rules official Joe to pull back the curtain on one of the most misunderstood roles in professional golf. Joe shares how a simple rules misunderstanding after returning from Vietnam sparked a lifelong passion that turned into a 31-year career officiating at the highest level of the game. From his first major championship in the mid-1980s to Ryder Cup pressure cookers and iconic rulings involving legends like Jack Nicklaus, Arnold Palmer, Seve Ballesteros, Raymond Floyd, Nick Faldo, and Tiger Woods, Joe explains what it takes to apply the Rules of Golf fairly, calmly, and consistently—no matter who's holding the club. This episode dives into how PGA Tour officials prepare for tournaments, why explaining options matters more than giving answers, and how officials navigate subjective rulings versus black-and-white rules. Joe also shares unforgettable anecdotes, including imaginary animal damage claims, color-blind penalty area confusion, and heated match-play confrontations where every word matters. Bill and Joe also explore modern rules controversies, including pace of play enforcement, self-reporting ethics, reputation bias, and how today's players operate under intense scrutiny. From Patrick Reed debates to Rory McIlroy comparisons and Brian Davis' Masters integrity moment, the conversation highlights why transparency and caution define today's Tour professionals. As Joe reflects on his upcoming retirement, this episode becomes both a masterclass in golf rules and a tribute to the officials who protect the game's integrity—often quietly, and always under pressure. ---------------- Subscribe to the FGN Podcast Watch FGN videos on YouTube Check out our other sports pod: Church Pew Sports TEXT or CALL (989) 272-2383 to share your thoughts, comments, suggestions, and questions    

A heartwarming story on how golf superstar Rory McIlroy's parents paid for his golf ambitions as a kid. Programming Note: Nothing is changing with Andrew's weekly interview episodes. Andrew's interview episodes will continue to be in your podcast feed every Thursday morning. 

Does the golf ball you play actually matter more than the clubs in your bag?In this episode of Golf Underground, Sully, George, and Wardo welcome Mike Fox, Senior Category Director of Golf Balls at TaylorMade, for a deep dive into the science, strategy, and surprising truths behind modern golf ball performance. With over 20 years in the industry, Mike breaks down why compression myths won't die, how tour players influence innovation, and why amateurs often choose the exact opposite ball they should be playing.From Rory McIlroy and Nelly Korda switching balls to the millions spent on R&D, this conversation pulls back the curtain on how performance, feel, and personality collide in today's game—all with plenty of laughs, rapid fire takes, and real-world insights you can actually use on your next round.Must-Hear Insights and Key MomentsMike Fox explains the moment he realized golf balls were the most important piece of equipment in the bag.The crew unpacks why lower swing speed golfers should not automatically play low-compression balls.Mike reveals how Rory McIlroy's golf ball switch impacted performance at Augusta.George Brett shares firsthand stories about feeling immediate differences with new equipment.The group discusses TaylorMade's DART testing system and why tour players sometimes outsmart TrackMan.Mike breaks down the real differences between TP5 and TP5x in simple, usable terms.Words of Wisdom: Standout Quotes from This Episode“The golf ball is the only piece of equipment you use on every single shot.” – Mike Fox“A lower compression golf ball is not necessarily better for a slower swing speed player.” – Mike Fox“If it doesn't look right to a good player, it won't perform right.” – Mike Fox“Rory hitting a golf ball for the first time was unlike anything I'd ever heard.” – Mike Fox“I'd rather be a six and have fun than be a three and lose my shirt every weekend.” – Mike Fox“You can't grow like we have unless people switch in—and stay.” – Mike Fox“We can make the best performing product in the world, but if it looks and sounds bad, nobody will play it.” – Mike Fox“Your clubface is a trampoline, not a brick wall.” – Mike FoxAbout Mike FoxMike Fox is a strategic business, product, and marketing leader with over 15 years of experience in the golf equipment industry. Known for building and scaling high-impact brands, Mike has played a key role in developing “hot products” that disrupt the marketplace and challenge the status quo. Driven by a deep passion for brand, innovation, and team leadership, he excels at leading cross-functional groups to turn clear business strategies into consistent, efficient, and winning products golfers actually want to play.Follow Mike Fox⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedInFollow ‘Golf Underground with Wardo, Sully, and George'⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠

Jamie is joined by Brad Faxon to discuss golf's biggest news and talking points on the latest episode of the Sky Sports Golf Podcast.They chat about Justin Rose's record win at the Farmers Insurance Open and his remarkable longevity in the sport and take a look at how Rory McIlroy will approach 2026 after such an incredible 2025.Plus, Jamie chats with the 2016 Masters champion Danny Willett as we approach the ten-year anniversary of his triumph at Augusta.Listen to every episode of the Sky Sports Golf Podcast here: skysports.com/sky-sports-golf-podcastYou can listen to the Sky Sports Golf Podcast on your smart speaker by saying "ask Global Player to play Sky Sports Golf Podcast".Watch every episode of the Sky Sports Golf Podcast on YouTube here: Sky Sports Golf Podcast on YouTubeFor all the latest golf news, head to skysports.com/golfFor advertising opportunities email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk

Justin Rose Wins Farmers | WM Open Preview | Brooks Koepka's Return | Patrick Reed LIV PGA MoveSummaryIn this episode of the Birdies and Bourbon show, hosts Cal and Dan dive into the world of golf betting, discussing recent performances, player movements, and upcoming tournaments. They analyze Justin Rose's impressive showing and speculate on the future of LIV Golf as players return to the PGA Tour. The conversation flows seamlessly between betting strategies, personal anecdotes, and pop culture references, creating an engaging and entertaining experience for listeners.Justin Rose is on fire at Farmers. Could he be a great early lean for The Masters after his playoff at Augusta in 2025 vs Rory McIlroy? Brooks Koepka makes the cut, but his performance was certainly sub par. Can Brooks Koepka win another major this year? Cal thinks his best chance is the PGA Championship. Scottie Scheffler could be a 3 time Masters Champion this year. Cal is picking Scottie wins over 6 times this year on the PGA tour. Patrick Reed is returning to the PGA Tour. What is next for LIV Golf? Does it have a future? Was Greg Norman the glue within the tour?We chat through age statements on bourbon and whiskey offerings. During COVID it was very hard to find a good age statement bourbon. Nowadays we are seeing a significant increase in age statements in stores. The same availability is going for Rolex and Hermes bags. The waitlist is shortening for all of these premium brands. 00:00 Introduction and Initial Thoughts on Golf Bets02:19 Analyzing Justin Rose's Performance and Betting Strategies08:21 Discussion on LIV Golf and Player Movements11:20 PGA Tour Dynamics and Player Reactions25:01 Bourbon Market Trends26:33 Shifts in Alcohol Consumption29:45 Major Tournament Predictions32:16 Scottie Scheffler's Future in Golf45:36 One and Done Picks for the Tournament47:23 Entertainment and TV Show Discussions53:59 Dining Recommendations in Atlanta56:32 Music Talk: Oasis and ColdplayApparel for the show provided by turtleson. Be sure to check them out online for the new season lineup at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://turtleson.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thanks to Fantasy National Golf Club for providing the stat engine for the show. They can be found at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.fantasynational.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ The Neat Glass. Be sure to check out The Neat Glass online at ⁠⁠⁠⁠theneatglass.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ or on Instagram @theneatglass for an improved experience and use discount code: bb10 to receive your Birdies & Bourbon discount. Thank you for taking the time listen to the Birdies & Bourbon Show for all things PGA Tour, golf, gear, bourbon and mixology. Dan & Cal aim to bring you entertaining and informative episodes weekly. Please help spread the word on the podcast and tell a friend about the show. You can also help by leaving an 5-Star iTunes review. We love to hear the feedback and support! Cheers. Follow on Twitter & Instagram (@birdies_bourbon)

Dans cet épisode nous recevons Stephane Rouen de GK Consulting. Il nous parlera de l'avenir de nos golfs pour l'année 2026 avec la contrainte zéro phytosanitaire. Nous parlerons également de jeu avec nos paris et nos envies pour l'année 2026. Scottie Scheffler bouclera-t-il son Grand Chelem en carrière ? Quelle saison pour Rory McIlroy ? On en débat. Dans la deuxième partie de l'émission, Mathieu Santerre nous donnera des nouvelles de Martin Couvra qui a un objectif clair pour l'année 2026 : accéder au PGA Tour.Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Scott Cowx is a Canadian Golf Instructor and one of the brightest minds in golf. Vastly researched and experienced, he teaches Golf Pro's, Amateurs and Teachers alike. His insights and knowledge of golf-swing technique is second to none and he joins #OntheMark to help you to a more thorough understanding on what it takes to make a consistent, reliable swing. In his deep dive into various elements of the swing he elaborates on four things he sees all great ball-strikers do: Dynamic Balance The Transition of the Club from Waist-high to Waist-High (P3-P5) Joint Ranges of Motion and Smoothness of movement, and The Golf-club's Center of Mass Location throughout the Swing. In his swing technique exposé, Scott explains a number of concepts such as The "4 Laws of Clubhead Speed," the "Theory of Repeatable Error," Golf-swing Changes and Building Sensitivity, Linear and Angular Forces in the Swing, and Physical Training, Yoga, and Pilates for Better Performances. Scott also illustrates how players like Ernie Els, Rory McIlroy, Bryson DeChambeau, Jamie Sadlowski and Greg Norman applied for 4 elements he described in their golf-swings. This podcast is also available on YouTube. Search and Subscribe to Mark Immelman to watch the discussion between Scott and Mark.

The outlook is bleak for golf's top two tours to join forces, according to a top PGA Tour star. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.

0:00: The guys co-hosted "Golf Today" to rousing reviews (we think)03:00: Rory McIlroy says Jon Rahm and Tyrrell Hatton need to simply pay their seven-figure fines to maintain Ryder Cup eligibility10:00: Rory on reunification and a schedule that works for him23:00: Why would rising star Michael La Sasso give up so much for LIV?35:00: Breaking down Scottie Scheffler's 2026 debut40:00: Will Zalatoris comeback tour begins now  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Eoin Sheahan is joined in studio by Eoin Doyle and Cameron Hill for Wednesday's Newsround, as Andy Farrell has named an experienced squad for the Six Nations, with a few injury concerns, while the Champions League continues live.

Jason Barrera is known as the "Calm Voice in Golf." A golfer on a journey of his own, he has taken to counseling, mentoring and teaching aspirant golfers (of all skill levels) the virtues and advantages of a sound and productive mental game. Known on social media as "MentalCaddy" Jason joins OntheMark to share his journey in golf, and teach you a few key mental skills that are guaranteed to advance your play and performance. Among various mental game topics he delves into: Thoughts driving Behavior and Thoughts becoming Feelings Emotional Neutrality Protecting your Energy Skills to Manage Poor Performance Killer Instinct Training Worry vs Care, and Learning how to Detach yourself from Results. As Jason "caddys" for you, he equips you with insights and his calm demeanor to handle any and every mental challenge golf will throw at you.  And he teaches you the Samurai skill of "expecting nothing and preparing for everything." This podcast is also available as a vodcast on YouTube.  Search and subscribe to Mark Immelman.

Today on 5 Clubs, Gary Williams looks ahead to a busy week in golf—previewing the American Express and the Hero Dubai Desert Classic, and revisiting why Rory McIlroy has become one of the game's most reliable fast starters.Ron Green Jr. from The Global Golf Post joins in-studio to discuss his deep dive on PGA TOUR CEO Brian Rolapp—his background, leadership style, and what his approach could mean for the TOUR's next chapter. The conversation also turns to Scottie Scheffler and how high his ceiling might be over the next several years.Later, Roberto Castro—former PGA TOUR pro and a key voice on the technology side of TGL—breaks down how the league came to life, the innovation behind the SoFi Center, and why TGL is gaining traction as a primetime sports product.Gary closes with final thoughts on the USGA/R&A golf ball rollback timeline and what the latest update could mean moving forward.5 Clubs airs on Golf Channel and PGA TOUR Radio on SiriusXM (Channel 92).0:00 - 4:37 Opening Thoughts4:37 - 8:32 Preview of The American Express8:32 - 10:36 Preview of the Hero Dubai Desert Classic10:36 - 13:46 Rory's early-season success14:13 - 28:50 Ron Green Jr. 29:10 - 42:00 Roberto Castro 42:37 - 46:26 Final Thoughts

The PGA Tour kicked off the 2026 season in Hawaii at the Sony Open. Chris Gotterup took home the title and moved to number 17 in the OWGR. We discuss the event and our thoughts on the golf course and Chris Gotterup. Nacho Elvira won on the DP World Tour this week after a collapse by Shane Lowry on the final hole. Rory McIlroy could not capitalize on a great opening round, and finished two shots back of Elvira. All this professional golf and the Good Good guys go to California. The podcast guys are off to Florida this week for the PGA Show and to play Cabot Citrus Farms and Streamsong. Subscribe to the Break80 Podcast on Spotify and Apple for weekly golf content. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Gotterup opened the 2026 PGA Tour season with a statement win at the Sony Open in Hawaii, and Smylie Kaufman was on-site to call it all week on the Golf Channel.Smylie and Charlie Hulme break down Gotterup's dominant Sunday performance, his driving “superpowers,” and what parts of his game are taking him into an elite category on Tour.Plus, thoughts on the future of PGA Tour events in Hawaii, Vijay Singh's ageless performance, Jordan Spieth's club tinkering, and quotes from Rory McIlroy on Brooks Koepka's return to the PGA Tour and the future of LIV Golf.CHAPTERS:00:00 – Opening & Sony Open vibes in Hawaii 01:00 – Is this the last PGA Tour stop in Hawaii? 02:30 – Why players love starting the season at Sony 03:40 – Chris Gotterup takes control on Sunday 05:10 – Gotterup's driving power & elite upside 07:00 – Jupiter move, TGL reps & confidence boost 09:00 – Shot shapes, fairways hit & closing mentality 11:00 – Final group chaos: Davis Riley & Harry Hall 13:30 – When the putter finally cools off 16:30 – What Davis Riley still needs to unlock 18:30 – Harry Hall's week & breakout expectations 21:00 – Ryan Gerard's runner-up & Masters momentum 23:30 – Vijay Singh's made cut & career exemption 26:00 – Jordan Spieth stories, tinkering & wrist update 28:30 – Rory McIlroy on LIV, Brooks Koepka & the Tour 33:00 – LIV's future, finances & 54 vs 72 holes 38:00 – Anthony Kim, promotions & alternative golf windows 41:30 – Previewing the American Express field 46:30 – Why top players love AmEx as a season opener 49:00 – Scottie Scheffler odds & course fit debate 52:00 – Final thoughts & wrap-up#golf #pgatour #smylieshow #sonyopen 

The 5 Clubs Sunday Special breaks down the first PGA TOUR event of the season, the Sony Open, along with reactions to the week's action at the Dubai Invitational.Gary Williams opens the show with takeaways from Dubai, including Nacho Elvira's victory, Rory McIlroy's strong play, and how Shane Lowry narrowly missed out on a win, before turning full attention to three days of play at the Sony Open and how the leaderboard has taken shape heading into the final round.Taylor Zarzour, voice of the Tennessee Titans and host of The Starter on PGA TOUR Radio on SiriusXM, joins the show to discuss who's contending in Hawaii, who they expect to win, and which emerging players could begin challenging the Scotties and Rorys of the world. Gary and Taylor also take a closer look at Nacho Elvira's win on the European Tour, discussing his path to success through years of grinding overseas and how the victory introduced him to a global audience beyond Europe.The show also takes a closer look at Davis Riley and other players positioned to make a Sunday run at the Sony Open, along with thoughts on Vijay Singh using his lifetime exemption and what it means in today's PGA TOUR landscape.5 Clubs airs on Golf Channel0:00 - 12:10 Opening Thoughts13:29 - 30:38 Taylor Zarzour31:15 - 46:15 Final Thoughts

Andy did not declare this a Victory Friday episode, but is looking ahead to another potential Victory Monday coming soon! He opens the show by telling Brendan how nice it is to have a franchise quarterback that can lead a team into meaningful January football and is downright giddy about Sunday's matchup against the Rams. Andy wishes that Brendan and PJ may one day get to experience having a long-term answer at QB, but for now, they all get to watch the PGA Tour's Opening Drive at the 2026 Sony Open! Brendan confirms that the Opening Drive is, in fact, just this one event and the branding will be removed by the time we get to Palm Springs, but it's great to have professional golf back nonetheless. There's some new internal OB at Waialae Country Club and some literal walls built to prevent alternate routes being taken off the tee, the fairways have "no fire," and the course was as soft as a dartboard on Thursday morning. A new year means new equipment sponsorships and Andy and Brendan are delighted to share that a burly podcast favorite is officially a PXG troop! Andy waxes poetic about his time with Dr. Bob before PJ pops the bubble and confirms that he is also an honorary doctor, much to Brendan's dismay. Rory McIlroy is in the early lead in Dubai and made headlines by playing with cavity-back irons. Andy breaks out a take that all pros should have to play blades and leads Brendan into an "Equipment Minute." Tuesday's TGL match is very briefly discussed as Andy and PJ walk Brendan through what he missed skipping out on another Jup Stinks loss. Brendan rounds up some quotes from PGA Tour players (such as Will Zalatoris, this week's guest on The Fried Egg Golf Podcast) about Brooks Koepka's return and it seems like many are happy to have him back. Wyndham Clark is not necessarily among them, saying that the penalty is like Brooks having his cake and eating it too. Speaking of Brooks, Kevin Van Valkenburg comes in from the bullpen to close the show with a Flashback Friday segment on the Top 10 Brooks Koepka moments from his first PGA Tour stint. KVV covers Koepka's feud with Bryson, his beef with a horse, and repeated media slights that offended the five-time major champion.

Brooks Koepka is back, and so is Fairway Rollin'! House and Nathan return to discuss Brooks coming back to the PGA Tour, what the future of LIV will look like, and make their predictions for the 2026 PGA Tour! (00:00) Welcome to Fairway Rollin'!(01:55) Brooks Koepka returns to the PGA Tour(10:25) What's next for Bryson DeChambeau and LIV Golf?(25:10) Jon Rahm's relationship with LIV Golf(31:20) 2026 PGA Tour Preview(33:00) Players most likely to be first-time major winners(41:00) Players that are ready to make the leap this year(49:20) Over/under 5.5 wins for Scottie Scheffler this season?(52:10) Over/under 2.5 wins for Rory McIlroy this season?(53:00) Don't call it a comeback!(1:01:40) Best season: Theegala, Clark, Fowler, or Homa?(1:08:20) Previewing the Sony Open in Hawaii Hosts: Joe House and Nathan HubbardProducers: Tucker Tashjian and Mike Wargon Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ludvig Åberg joins Smylie Kaufman to dive deep on a number of topics - witnessing Rory McIlroy's shot of the 2025 Masters from a fairway over, the strategy he employs at some of Augusta National's most pivotal holes, and nearly shooting a 59 at Bethpage Black!One of the most talented young players in the game of golf, Ludvig begins by retracing an unusual start to the 2025 season - tons of promise derailed by sickness at Torrey Pines and Pebble Beach, before receiving a redemption shot a month later at the Genesis Invitational.Ludvig also details some of the swing struggles he experienced in 2025, and what he's been working on to get to a more consistent place with the full swing, the short game, and even his putting setup.Finally, Charlie Hulme joins for a brand-new show segment - "The E9" - to rapid-fire through a series of questions with Ludvig, ranging from golf to anything but.Like, comment & subscribe for more golf insight ⛳️ Catch us every Wednesday on the Golf Channel at 9am ET!CHAPTERS:00:00 – Welcome to The Smylie Show00:56 – Life in Jacksonville & offseason routine02:49 – Early 2025 season & illness at Torrey Pines05:21 – Pebble Beach withdrawal & physical recovery07:18 – Genesis Invitational moves to Torrey Pines08:46 – Sunday at Torrey: realizing a win was possible11:38 – Seven-wood on 18 & closing the tournament12:55 – Confidence after the biggest win of his career14:12 – Augusta National: second-year advantage20:00 – Sunday at Augusta with Rory & Bryson charging22:23 – Aggression vs patience late on Sunday26:17 – Why pressure situations are the goal27:30 – Evaluating the 2025 season as a whole29:42 – Swing changes: clubface control explained33:12 – Pelvis load, sequencing & power36:01 – GEARS data & offseason technical work37:06 – Short game growth & wedge changes41:15 – Putting setup, Quintic data & consistency44:05 – Almost shooting 59 at Bethpage46:15 – Ryder Cup fans, chirps & atmosphere48:19 – "The E9" with Charlie Hulme56:17 – Ludvig's upcoming PGA TOUR schedule#golf #pgatour #golfchannel #ludvigaberg #smylieshow #smyliekaufman #golfhighlights #golfpodcast

Gary Williams is joined by Brendon de Jonge (Wagyu Filet, Golf Central Pregame) and Taylor Zarzour (The Starter) for a wide-ranging conversation on the biggest storylines shaping the 2026 golf season.The crew reacts to Brooks Koepka's PGA TOUR reentry — including Tiger Woods' comments on the process, penalties, and how Koepka's return impacts fields without taking spots away from current members. They also dive into what Koepka's outlook could look like once he's fully back in rhythm.From there, it's a big-picture debate on the Scottie Scheffler run and how close we may be to historical comparisons — plus what a Rory McIlroy vs. Scottie Scheffler duel could look like at Augusta National and Shinnecock Hills.Later, the panel makes 2026 projections:Tommy Fleetwood vs. Xander Schauffele — who has the bigger year?Cam Young vs. Ludvig Åberg — who takes the next leap into the top tier?Jordan Spieth in 2026 — win potential vs. week-to-week consistencyPlus: Dogs of the Week returns, and the crew closes with picks for the Dubai Invitational and the Sony Open.2:10 - 16:57 Brendon de Jonge17:30 - 42:35 Taylor Zarzour43:00 - Dogs of the week & Picks of the week5 Clubs airs on Golf Channel and PGA TOUR Radio on SiriusXM (Channel 92)

To paraphrase Jay Monahan, the PGA Tour's Opening Drive is *finally* just about underway! Andy and Brendan are beyond happy to have actual golf back on the Schedule for the Week, even if this is still a Victory Wednesday episode for the Bears. It could also be a Victory Wednesday episode for the PGA Tour, as Brian Rolapp's new Returning Member Program has enabled Brooks Koepka's return at the Farmers Open in just two weeks. Andy and Brendan discuss all the details of the new pathway, open to just four LIV golfers for the next three weeks before LIV's season begins in Riyadh. The two wonder if the financial penalty of "equity coupons" and a donation to charity was enough of a punishment for Brooks, but see this move as an overwhelmingly positive for the Tour and Brian Rolapp's tenure. Things seemingly moved quickly over the weekend and Rolapp gets props from Andy and Brendan for decisively striking while the iron is hot. PJ makes a change to his major picks, awarding Brooks with a fourth PGA Championship, but Brendan is skeptical that Koepka will find himself in major shape in 2026. Brooks will not be at the Sony Open this week, but many PGA Tour stars will be to start the season. This gambling pod makes some picks for the first event of the year, riding with two big names and a podcast favorite. Elsewhere, Rory McIlroy and other European Ryder Cup heroes are in Dubai this week for a DP World Tour event as a tune-up before coming back to the states. Brendan comes in with a real winner for the Event of the Week, Tiger's 50th birthday at the Breakers in Palm Beach. Andy and Brendan toss out some musical acts that would fit the vibe before realizing that Jon Bon Jovi is already enlisted to perform. Lastly, some major LIV news came across the desk on Tuesday morning as the Ironheads and Stingers GC have re-branded! This podcast will continue using the Stingers name, but some potentially-AI press releases reveal the new country-based names of these teams. There's also some LIV hot stove news with a former U.S. Amateur winner seemingly making the jump from the PGA Tour.

Scottie Scheffler takes home Player of the Year honors for the fourth straight season, prompting the guys to debate whether Rory McIlroy has a case after his illustrious 2025 season (4:50). From there, they discuss coming of age at Barstool and when they finally started to feel like real adults (25:50). The episode wraps with 12 trivia questions from the 2025 golf season (53:00) and our thoughts on the Knicks winning the third annual NBA Cup (1:20:30).You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/foreplaypod