Podcasts about shell houston open

In the 2nd episode of today Craig was joined by 3x PGA Tour title winner & 1x Korn Ferry Tour winner & long time PGA Tour pro Jim Herman who gives in his own words a brilliant analogy of his long 23 year pro career from the highs and the lows of a PGA Tour professional.    Born in Cincinnati, Ohio Jim turned pro in 2000 is the winner of 2010 Moonah  Classic on the Nationwide Tour (KFT) in Australia beating Chris Kirk in a playoff, the winner of 2016 Shell Houston Open defeating 2016 Open Champion Henrik Stenson by 1 shot his 1st win as a PGA Tour player, he then followed that up with 2 more PGA Tour wins at 2019 Barbasol Championship in Kentucky at -26 & 2020 Wyndham Championship at Sedgefield CC in North Carolina.    Jim worked as a Assistant Club Pro at Trump National Bedminster and is friends with Donald Trump himself having played plenty of rounds with the former US President in the past. Jim is a loving family man and now resides in Pennsylvania after moving last year from Palm Beach, Florida.   This was a great interview with a 3x PGA Tour winner. I hope you all enjoy, subscribe and listen in. Thanks Jim   This show is brought to you in association with Golf Tips Checker.

Russell Henley is cooler than your dad... How do we know? Well, when he's not busy changing diapers or playing guitar for music acts like O.A.R and Darius Rucker he's winning on the PGA TOUR! The now four time winner tells us just so sweet it was to win for the first time in five years. Steve Burkowski is live from the golf course at the current TOUR stop in Houston, Texas. He joins the program with insight on how the course is shaping up ahead of tomorrow's first round. And on the LPGA tour, Gemma Dryburgh is still reveling in her first victory in Japan last week. The Scotswoman joins the show from the site of the Pelican Women's Championship, where she'll compete for victory no. 2. Russell Henley (13:57) Gemma Drybrugh (37:35)

Today on to the Brain Booster we welcome an extra special guest from the US in Phil Blackmar. Phil had a successful career on the PGA Tour including three tournament victories. The Greater Hartford Open, The Provident Classic and the Shell Houston Open were all victories achieved by winning a play off. The Provident Classic play off was against one of the game's true legends and tragic losses Payne Stewart. In the show Phil describes the intriguing mental game tool he used the week of his victory to turn his game around. He then went on to play on the Champions Tour winning his first event the AT&T Championship in 2009. At the weekend he went 36 holes without making a bogey to secure victory. Standing at 6ft 7in Phil is one of the tallest players to have played the PGA Tour After his playing career he went on to be a very popular analyst and on course presenter for the GOLF Channel During our time together Phil gave some wonderful insights to his development as a player. How he fell into the trap of being overly concerned with swing mechanics and the mental trap of perfectionism. The importance of the shot creating the swing in the moment How to be able to MANAGE and ADAPT in the moment with what you have today We also discussed ‘feeling good' to ‘play good' as opposed to waiting for the golf ball to make you feel a certain way. The relationship to the game and what Phil would have done differently How for a period of time his enjoyment of the game was taken away In his time Phil played with some of the greats of the game such as Jack Nicklaus and Lee Trevino but he makes a special mention around the legend that was Arnold Palmer and the incredible aura he had. The great Jack Nicklaus take on ADAPTABILITY and being able to adjust in the moment The development of Tiger Woods. How he trained to develop his mind with Dr Jay Brunza with what is known as ‘situational training' The use of hypnosis and meditation The blending of both ART and SCIENCE to maximise your game To conclude Phil makes THREE wonderful suggestions that you MUST hear To book your Mind Factor workshop go to https://themindfactor.net/workshops/breakthrough      

Johnny, Brady, and Timm discuss the recently competed #PGATour event in #Houston and some near-misses in the field. Also, we cover our winner's picks! Presented by The Highlands Performance Golf Center - North Dallas' Premier Golf Practice Facility with over 65 grass tees, 2 practice putting surfaces, a short game area, and an 18-hole mini-golf course with both par 3's and par 4's. And with covered and heated tees it's the best place to practice your game year-round. Take advantage of one of the PGA teaching pros on staff that will help you get your golf game where it needs to be, or the great golf fitness center to help get your body in shape for the perfect golf swing. Located in Carrollton on Trinity Mills in between Marsh and Midway, make sure to tell them *From The Rough* sent you and get a FREE small bucket of range balls. Give them a call at 972-733-4111 or check them out on the web at HighlandsPGC.com

Welcome inside The Lock Shop as Dustin Nielson and Andrew "Hustler" Paterson take you inside the world of sports betting, presented by Coolbet Canada. Nielson and Hustler recap the Monday nighter between the Bears and Steelers before giving you an easy pick in the Thursday nighter as the Ravens face the Dolphins. The boys give you their best bets for Week 15 in the CFL and some picks for the Shell Houston Open. Dusty and Hus also dive into some Tuesday Night sprinkles in the NHL.

Drebs briefly recaps the Shell Houston Open while Special K attends The Masters practice rounds.

Dave and Kurt break the podcast speed record for themselves. They talk the next three days in NHL. And the PGA Shell Houston Open

In this edition of the Matchbook Betting Podcast, Emmet Kennedy, Aidan "Sully" O'Sullivan and Ollie Noonan preview the best Tournament Matchups bets for the Shell Houston Open on Matchbook. Join Matchbook today and avail of a £500 commission refund bonus in your first 5 weeks - bit.ly/2uPI8wH  

FGI’s Jeff Bergerson and Zach Turcotte preview The Shell Houston Open. Premium content, tools, strategy, and analysis for FGI members: http://www.fantasygolfinsider.com FGI Podcast on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fantasy-golf-insider/id1055153112?mt=2 FGI Podcast on Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/fantasy-golf-insider FGI Podcast on Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/I4pcoswoa5jh3wuot7gb4ijd7ju?t=Fantasy_Golf_Insider

With his win at last week's Shell Houston Open, Titleist Brand Ambassador Russell Henley earned the final invitation to the 2017 Masters. Join the 3-time PGA Tour winner as he sits down with Titleist's Director of Tour Communications, Joe Gomes to discuss his game and the Titleist equipment he'll be trusting at Augusta.

This week on the Golfing World Podcast we discuss who we think could win the Masters, we look back on the drama that unfolded at the first major of the year, the ANA Inspiration, and we spoke on the phone to European Tour star Ross Fisher who will be teeing it up at Augusta this week. 1'30 - ANA Inspiration reaction 11'00 - Shell Houston Open reaction 13'30 - Masters preview begins 17'30 - Last year's Masters 20'40 - Masters favourites 31'00 - Ross Fisher phone call 40'00 - Golf Maths 46'20 - Anna Whiteley phone call 49'40 - Masters rookies

Earl Forcey, Mark Carnevale and the PGA TOUR Radio team recap all the action from Round 4 of the 2017 Shell Houston Open.

Golf Talk Radio with Mike & Billy - LIVE Report from PGA Shell Houston Open with Jon Brooks. Part 4 Golf Talk Radio with Mike & Billy is brought to you by the USGA, The Patrons Caddy,  Slickstix.com, Premier Irish Golf Tours, Taylor Made Golf, Sundale Country Club , McPhees Grill, and Paso Robles Golf Club. Visit Golftalkradio.com for the latest show information, contests, videos, iPhone and Android Apps and more! If you are interested in advertising with Golf Talk Radio with Mike & Billy email us at info@golftalkradio.com

Earl Forcey, Mark Carnevale and the PGA TOUR Radio team recap all the action from Round 3 of the 2017 Shell Houston Open.

WEEKLY PODCAST WITH TOP GOLF REPORTERS FROM GOLF CHANNEL, ESPN, GOLFWEEK AND MORE: Bob Harig of ESPN and Todd Lewis of Golf Channel join the show March 29, 2017. Recapping Dustin Johnson's sweep of the WGC's with another win. “He's making it look easy”, said Harig of Dustin Johnson. Todd Lewis with thoughts on Phil Mickelson's recent solid play and chances at The Masters: “I would not be surprised if he is leading at The Masters.” ..."He feels like it's technically and mechanically the best it's ever been.” Hosted by Holly Geoghegan and Will Perry.  

Earl Forcey, Mark Carnevale and the PGA TOUR Radio team recap all the action from Round 2 of the 2017 Shell Houston Open.

Earl Forcey, Mark Carnevale and the PGA TOUR Radio team recap all the action from Round 1 of the 2017 Shell Houston Open.

We'll get you over the hump of the work week with some more BangTheBook Radio content. On today's show, host Adam Burke chats with Philip Rossman-Reich of Orlando Magic Daily to give some updates on the NBA picture and to take a look at things as the playoffs approach. On this pre-recorded segment, the guys discussed the tiered structure of the Eastern Conference and focused on the Cleveland Cavs and their defensive woes. They also looked at the bottom feeders in both conferences to discuss how things will go for those teams the rest of the way. Also, with WrestleMania 33 on the horizon, Philip gave his best bet for one of Sunday's match outcomes. Wes Reynolds joins us for our Wednesday Wagering with Wes Reynolds segment. We'll focus a lot on golf today, with the Shell Houston Open this week and the Masters next week. With some format changes coming on the horizon, we'll sporadically hear from Wes going forward, so we'll cover the first major of the season on today's show. Augusta National is an iconic venue and it can be an interesting betting event as well.

Golf Digest's Alex Myers and Joel Beall discuss the fantasy prospects at this week's Shell Houston Open, where the tournament mimics the course conditions found at Augusta National for those using the event as final preparation for the Masters. The guys discuss the favorites, like Jordan Spieth, and value picks, like Peter Uihlein, in the new FanDuel golf fantasy games.

Congratulations to DJ. Another win and 1st player to capture the Career Grand Slam of WGC events. Bob and Jay discuss all aspects of the Dell Technologies Match Play, preview the Shell Houston Open and the Masters. Feature Interview: Former European Ryder Cup Captain, Paul McGinley. The Grill Room's Pick the Winner Masters Contest begins today for a chance to win a SeeMore Putter...entry details in the show.

In a special preview edition of PGA TOUR Replay, Fred Albers, Doug Bell, and Will Haskett set the stage for the 2017 Shell Houston Open with interviews and analysis.

John Swantek and Global Golf Post columnist Ron Green, Jr discuss the upcoming Masters. Fantasy Insider Rob Bolton dissects the Shell Houston Open.

FGI’s Jeff Bergerson and Zach Turcotte preview the upcoming Shell Houston Open. Premium content, tools, strategy and analysis for FGI members: http://www.fantasygolfinsider.com FGI Podcast on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fantasy-golf-insider/id1055153112?mt=2 FGI Podcast on Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/fantasy-golf-insider FGI Podcast on Google Play: https://play.google.com/music/m/I4pcoswoa5jh3wuot7gb4ijd7ju?t=Fantasy_Golf_Insider  

It's the final week before the Masters and Mark Walton, Mike Grenham and Dave Tindall are with you to preview the Shell Houston Open on this edition of the podcast. The guys offer their picks in the tournament betting and have a look at the Top 10 Finish market too #golf #ShellHoustonOpen #golfpodcast #betting

The Golf Boys recap the amazing Match Play tournament this past weekend, make big announcements for Augusta, discuss whether or not The Rock can hit a golf ball 490 yards, and contemplate citizens arrests on the course. Plus, an interview with Ryan Palmer!

Golf Channel's Will Gray goes one-on-one with PGA Tour winner Jim Herman. The Ohio native made his first appearance in the Masters Tournament after winning the 2016 Shell Houston Open. Herman also discussed his relationship with President Trump, what he does off the golf course, and his beloved Cincinnati Bearcats.

  “Andy was a world beater during his junior and college golf days,” Walker told PGATour.com. “(Lucas) Glover, (Charles) Warren and (Jonathan) Byrd, all these guys playing on Tour, were the names I heard growing up, and Andy Sanders was right up there with them.”  Really special guest on today. I played college golf with Andy at University of Houston. We were roommates actually. He introduced me to my wife back in 2000. He was a groomsmen at our wedding in 2003. Andy was also the #1 player on our team, and was blazing a path to the PGA Tour, when a series crazy events forever changed his life. We see each other once a year now, each time he and Jimmy Walker roll through town for the Shell Houston Open. This year, if they play the SHO, they will do it with Jimmy as reigning PGA champion, which is also how they will enter the next week at Augusta for the first major since Baltusrol back in late July: The Masters.     Topics Include: -Andy's Story -> http://bit.ly/2ko6V8v & http://bit.ly/2knXWEr - Butch Harmon & yearly goals for his stable of Tour players - The Masters - Tiger Woods  - PGA Championship - PGA Tour Shot Tracker  - The double edged sword of statistics - The importance of a good team - Winning the '16 PGA Championship - Playing Speedgolf at Tiger's event in the Bahamas   ***** Thank you for listening, thank you for sharing, thank you for liking and subscribing and leaving reviews. We hope we are creating content you enjoy and appreciate. If that's true, let us know in those ways! You can also support our efforts by following us on Facebook /paceofchange and twitter @paceofchangepod. Visit our website paceofchange.com and sign up for our newsletter to stay up to speed on the latest POC podcast news announcements and updates. Please subscribe to our YouTube channel and if you're listening on iTunes, you can really help us by subscribing and leaving a review. Thanks to our sponsors and affiliates: HOZL.com TailorBrands.com OnCoreGolf.com Strikingly.com RivalAndRevel.com LinksRun.com SterlingIrons.com LaserLinkGolf.com Subscribe to our YouTube Channel at The Pace Of Change Golf Podcast Connect on Facebook: /paceofchange | Twitter: @paceofchangepod HOW CAN I SUPPORT THE PODCAST? Like, Subscribe, Tell your friends & Share online Subscribe & Review: iTunes|Stitcher Radio|PlayerFM Exit the Premises by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-... Artist: http://incompetech.com/ Cephelopod - Cephelopod by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-... Artist: http://incompetech.com/ Looked Back, Saw Nothing by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...) Source: http://www.twinmusicom.org/song/273/l... Artist: http://www.twinmusicom.org   

We spoke with PGA Tour winner Jim Herman about his career thus far, his win at the Shell Houston Open, how he's preparing for the Open Championship, life on tour and golf course architecture.  Hope you enjoy!

PODCAST NOTE: Listeners can tune in to iHeart Radio 740 The Game or listen in the Orlando area on FM 96.9 Wednesdays from 6-7 p.m. to hear The Golf Insiders live. Add The Golf Insiders podcast to your iPhone as an app. Click here and go to the bottom of the device's screen to create the "Quick Launch" icon for the Golf Insiders. Once you've done this it will add The Golf Insiders podcast as an App to your home screen.  Holly G and guest;Dr. Bob Winters, Sports Psychologist from David Leadbetter Academy, Mental Conditioning Coach and renowned author, and Kevin Sternett, assistant pro at Golden Bear Club at Keene's Point, Will Perry, EVVUS, are in the studio for the Masters preview show sponsored by SwingClick.  Holly asks Dr. Bob about all the amazing story lines surrounding this years Masters. Such as: Newcomer Kevin Kisner, Jordan Spieth going for back-to-back Masters titles, Rory McIlroy trying to complete the major grand slam, Jason Day going for back to back majors or three consecutive PGA Tour wins. Then their is fan favorite Phil Mickelson's continued quest to get the green jacket once again. Dr. Bob explains that players are fighting not only the battle in their own mind, but they and others expectations. The mental and emotional jousting along with a lot of great golf. The duo talk about the Masters' Par 3 contest had 9 hole-in-ones including back-to-back aces on the same hole by Justin Thomas and Rickie Fowler. Gary Player had an ace on the first hole at 80-years-young.  Garry Smits, Florida Times Union in Jacksonville, calls in from the press room at Augusta National. Garry said that there has been a lot of discussion about whether some of the players have over prepared or under prepared. The Masters has the best practice area in the world. Jason Day had mentioned that you can be out there all day and leave your game on the range. Dr Bob asks Garry about that premise. Garry feels that the way that you beat this course is to play it over and over, instead of spending hours on the practice greens and driving ranges. Holly talks to Garry about the weather at Augusta for the week of the Masters.  Smits mentions that the greens are firm and fast. He thinks the wind might be the issue more than the rain. The wind players and the Europeans and someone like Rickie Fowler have the advantage typically with these conditions. Holly asks about Jim Herman's win at the Shell Houston Open last week that earned him the final spot for this year's Masters tournament. There were some really good golfers in the field that Herman beat. Gary said that Herman has played a lot of golf and is 38 years old. Gary said that his pick is Bubba Watson to win his third Green Jacket this week. SwingClick PLUS, one of the #1 training devices on Amazon.com. Master your timing, temp and rhythm with SwingClick. Mike Weir, Bubba Watson and Phil Mickelson are three left handed golfers who have won The Masters.  Holly asks Kevin Sternett, who has been to Augusta six times, about his experience at Augusta many years ago. Dr Bob talks about the undulations and the slope of the greens at Augusta and how they are different than other courses. Steve Eubanks, Global Golf Post, calls in from Augusta after spending time at the ANA Inspiration the week before won by Lydia Ko. Her second major championship at the age of 18. Steve talks about that Ko isn't the most powerful golfer on the LPGA, but she is one of the most consistent players on the tour. Dr Bob talks to Steve about the demeanor of Lydia and that is what separates her from the field. Steve said that he feels that Jason Day or Bubba Watson to win the Masters this week. Kip Ingle calls in from The Golf Auction to wrap up the show and talks about some vintage golf collectibles and memorabilia. The actual ball that Cary Middlecoff used to win the 1955 Masters. Arnold Palmer's 1958 ball he used to win the Masters. A first edition of Down The Fairway that is autographed are just some of the items you can bid on. Also you can consign your items with The Golf Auction or call 866-842-0268. The Golf Auction has a few auctions that run during the course of the year.

Fantasy Golf Insider’s Zach Turcotte and Jeff Bergerson recap the Shell Houston Open, consider the options for Shot of the Week, win some cool prizes in Wacky Wagers, and then preview the all-important Masters Tournament. Premium content, tools, strategy and analysis for FGI members: http://www.fantasygolfinsider.com   Visit Shots of the Week sponsor Swannies Golf Wear website and use FGI promo code “fantasygolf” for 20% off their cool sandals and apparel:http://www.swanniesfootwear.com/

Augusta - The azaleas are in bloom and the field is set but who will be wearing The Green Jacket on Sunday? Bob & Alex analyze, discuss and predict. Meanwhile,Jim Herman punches his ticket to Augusta by winning the Shell Houston Open; Lydia Ko wins the first LPGA major of the year; Rees Jones says he designed the Golf Club of Houston to resemble shot values at Augusta; Masters Contest - email your pick to entry@thegrillroom.com by Noon Sunday

Earl Forcey, Mark Carnevale and the PGA TOUR Radio team recap all the action from Round 4 of the 2016 Shell Houston Open.  

Earl Forcey, Mark Carnevale and the PGA TOUR Radio team recap all the action from Round 3 of the 2016 Shell Houston Open  

Golf Talk Radio with Mike & Billy 4.2.16 - John Brooks, Live Report Shell Houston Open - Part 4Golf Talk Radio with Mike & Billy is brought to you by ForeThePatrons.NET, Vegas Golf, The Game, Slickstix.com, Premier Irish Golf Tours, Adams Golf, Sundale Country Club , McPhees Grill, Orange Whip Trainer and Paso Robles Golf Club. Visit Golftalkradio.com for the latest show information, contests, videos, iPhone and Android Apps and more! If you are interested in advertising with Golf Talk Radio with Mike & Billy email us at info@golftalkradio.com.

PODCAST NOTE: Listeners can tune in to iHeart Radio 740 The Game (FM 96.9) Wednesdays from 6-7 p.m. to hear The Golf Insiders live. Add The Golf Insiders podcast to your iPhone as an app. Click here and go to the bottom of the device's screen to create the "Quick Launch" icon for the Golf Insiders. Once you've done this it will add The Golf Insiders podcast as an App to your home screen.  "WE'RE BACK!" ... After a few months hibernation, The Golf Insiders is back kicking off Season 8 with show host Holly "G" Geoghegan and special guest Jay Golden, Winter Pines Golf Course in Winter Park, Fla., and PGA Instructor.  Holly and Jay recap the week in golf that saw Jason Day win the WGC-Dell Match Play Championship and Tony Finau capture the Puerto Rico Open at Coco Beach. This week is the Shell Houston Open followed by the season's first major championship, The Masters. This week is the first of 5 majors on the LPGA, it's the ANA Inspiration.  Will Perry, Founder and Creative Director of EVVUS is also in the studio this week. Will is going to be "ramping" up the social media platforms at The Golf Insiders. Bob Harig, ESPN.com, is the season's first guest. Holly asks Bob about Jason Day's back-to-back wins on the PGA Tour. Bob said it was a little strange that a couple weeks ago Day was asked about his slow start on the Tour this season. Next thing you know, he wins back to back events and everything is changed. Now it's six wins in his last 13 starts. Even though he almost withdrew from the WGC due to back issues, he gutted it out and won.  Bob said that it sets up for a great Masters next week. Holly talked about Jordan Spieth and the naysayers comparing this year to last year and Jordan's response was that I already won this season and didn't last year. Last season Spieth lost in a playoff the week before the Masters and he went on to win it.  Jay asks Bob about Spieth's putting this year so far as compared to last year, especially from 20-30 feet. Strokes gained tee to green last year was near or in the top 5 on the PGA Tour, so putting wasn't the only key last year. Bob feels that Jordan isn't striking the ball as well so far this year consistently as he did last year. Holly asks Bob about this format at the WGC compared to last year. Bob doesn't like the fact there are so many matches on Friday that really didn't matter. He thinks it might be better if there were more double elimination matches in the first couple of days. Once you get to Saturday, if good players have survived match play, then it's good TV. Holly asks Bob who he thinks really would benefit from going into the Masters and do well for the rest of the season.  Bob said Spieth, Phil Mickelson and Patrick Reed. But Bob feels the Rory McIlroy really needed to play this week to get in form for the first major. Jay asks Bob if there is any updates on Tiger Woods?  Bob said no and he doesn't realistically think Tiger will not play in the Masters this year even though he has not shut the door and said No, he won't play. Holly tells the listeners about The Golf Auction hosting its annual global online auction that runs through April 10, 2016. Numerous memorabilia and collectibles will be auctioned off during this 10-day auction. This year's online auction will feature a number of finds of great historical significance.  They include championship-used golf balls from Arnold Palmer's 1958 Masters win and Cary Middlecoff's 1955 Masters win, along with Ben Hogan's 1951 U.S. Open win and Ed Furgol's 1954 U.S. Open triumph.  In addition, the Middlecoff and Furgol balls are autographed, and Middlecoff's also bears an inscription to Ralph Hutchison, the legendary golf pro who from 1947-1971 was the 18th green announcer at Augusta.  Steve Eubanks, Global Golf Post, calls in from Rancho Mirage, California, the site of the ANA Inspiration, formerly the Dinah Shore. Holly and Steve talk about Lydia Ko and the success she's had so far this season. Steve said that Lydia said that she doesn't remember hitting the ball better than she is now. She used to "over cook" some of her drives and now she doesn't.  Holly said that there is only one American in the top 10 on the money list so far this season, Stacy Lewis. Holly G asks Steve about Lewis and how she seems now since she recently go engaged. Steve thinks that inside the ropes he thinks she will do fine this year.  Steve and Holly also talk about Michelle Wie who turned pro 10 years ago. Todd Lewis, The Golf Channel, calls in from the Shell Houston Open. Todd says that this is a big week for Jordan Spieth, who recently lost his #1 ranking to Jason Day. He says that Spieth has been playing well, but not great like he was before when he had his number one ranking.  Holly talks with Todd about who might win the Masters. Jason Day, Adam Scott, Jordan Spieth will be talked about a lot this week prior to the Masters and Todd thinks that is a good thing for McIlroy who needs the green jacket to complete his career grand slam. Todd also feels that Phil has a really good shot at winning the Masters this year. 

Earl Forcey, Mark Carnevale and the PGA TOUR Radio team recap all the action from Round 2 of the 2016 Shell Houston Open.  

With the Masters a week away, we look at what Jordan Spieth must do at the Shell Houston Open to prep his first major title defense. We also look at the four favorites for Augusta National. Lydia Ko could win her second major in a row at the ANA Inspiration. And your humble host is getting ready for his major: welcoming a second child!

Earl Forcey, Mark Carnevale and the PGA TOUR Radio team recap all the action from Round 1 of the 2016 Shell Houston Open.  

Hump Day means Hoops Day at BangTheBook.com, as coined by our very own Cole Ryan. You'll hear from Cole Ryan with this week's second Betting the Buckets segment, including some thoughts on the Wednesday night NBA card, a Calendar Crunch, a Read Between the Lines, and a whole lot more. Wes Reynolds joins us for some thoughts on the Shell Houston Open as we look ahead to the Masters at Augusta National the following week. Kyle Kensing of CFBHuddle.com and also TodaysU.com joins us for some Final Four insight and a whole lot more. 0:00-17:45 - Host Adam Burke's NHL betting thoughts for March 30 17:45-30:30 - Cole Ryan's Betting the Buckets 30:30-1:02:00 - Wes Reynolds, Golf betting analysis; Shell Houston Open 1:02:00-1:30:00 - Burke on March 30 NBA, MLB news and notes 1:30:00-2:01:00 - Kyle Kensing, CFBHuddle.com; Pac-12 college football; postseason college hoops, Final Four

On the show this week, Barry and James were thrilled to have John McGuire, CEO of GAME GOLF on the show to talk about their revolutionary GPS and Shot Tracking, Stat Collecting, Game Improving and Interactive products, designed to give the best information to golfers to help them improve their games, as well as interact with and compete with their golfing friends. We love this product and what it can bring to everyone's game and having the chance to hear about it from the man that started it all was very special - an entrepreneur and visionary in every sense of the words. We talk about our own games - James on the range working out an issue and locking in the swing and Barry playing in his first Club Singles Matchplay of the year. We look back on the events of last week - The Kia Classic on The LPGA Tour won by Lydia Ko, The Puerto Rico Open on The PGA Tour won by Tony Finau and The WGC Dell Match Play won emphatically by Jason Day. And to bring things to a close, we look forward to the first Major of the year on The LPGA Tour, The ANA Inspiration, and the last chance to earn an invite to The Masters takes place on The PGA Tour with The Shell Houston Open.

In a special preview edition of PGA TOUR Replay, Fred Albers and Bill Rosinski set the stage for the 2016 Shell Houston Open with interviews and analysis.  

Fantasy Golf Insider’s Zach Turcotte and Jeff Bergerson recap the Puerto Rico Open and WGC-Dell Match Play, high-five winning FGI members, take a non-conforming Shot of the Week, win big on Wacky Wagers, and preview the upcoming Shell Houston Open.  Premium content, tools, strategy and analysis for FGI members: http://www.fantasygolfinsider.com   FGI Podcast on iTunes:https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fantasy-golf-insider/id1055153112?mt=2 Visit Shots of the Week sponsor Swannies Golf Wear website and use FGI promo code “fantasygolf” for 20% off their cool sandals and apparel:http://www.swanniesfootwear.com/

Golf Channel's George Savaricas, Will Gray, and Rex Hoggard recap Jason Day winning the 2016 WGC-Dell Match Play, preview the Shell Houston Open and name early favorites for the Masters Tournament.

PODCAST NOTE: Listeners can tune in to iHeart Radio 740 The Game Wednesdays from 6-7 p.m. to hear The Golf Insiders live. Add The Golf Insiders podcast to your iPhone as an app. Click here and go to the bottom of the device's screen to create the "Quick Launch" icon for the Golf Insiders. Once you've done this it will add The Golf Insiders podcast as an App to your home screen.  Holly G and Rich B are in the studio on the eve of the the Masters. JB Holmes beat Jordan Spieth and Johnson Wagner in a playoff at the Shell Houston Open.  Garry Smits, Florida Times-Union talks to Holly about Tiger being loose. Way more than ever at a major championship. Holly and Garry discuss the fact that other marquee players are benefiting from Tiger Woods playing in the Masters as the focus shifts more to Tiger allowing players like Rory McIlroy and Bubba Watson, Jordan Spieth to fly need the radar.   Tiger has been working his butt off but has not been ready prior to this time. Garry points out that in the past Tiger has always beenable to put himself against the world, or the course and build that up In his mind for motivation and take his game to a different level.  The trio talk about the fact that Tiger is now a father and Garry says that fatherhood helped Jack Nicklaus, so maybe there's a little bit of a higher calling now for Tiger ... being a father.  Tiger may be more relaxed now. Holly and Garry discuss Jordan Spieth. Garry states that Spieth's stats may not be earth shattering but he gets it in the hole. He is able to recover from errant shots and gives himself opportunities. He also putts well from 6-20 foot away and is able to save par.  Kip Ingle, The Golf Auction.com, calls in from Augusta to talk to Holly about the massive global online auction. There will be more than 900 items to bid on. One of the featured items for bid is Jack Fleck's 1955 Ben Hogan 2-9 irons he used to upset Hogan. Fleck was the young professional who came from behind to beat Hogan in 1955. Considered one of the biggest upsets in golf, Fleck was a virtually unknown touring pro from Iowa. He prevented Hogan from winning a record 5th U.S. Open title forcing an 18-hole playoff at the 1955 Open, and did so using a custom made set of Ben Hogan irons. Hogan's company began making clubs in 1953. They were the only two in the field playing with Ben Hogan clubs. Ingle states that there will be a wide range of items including autographed golf balls, bags, flags, etc. Masters memorabilia. The Golf Auction sold one of the original 1934 Masters tickets for more than 30k.  The online auction runs through Sunday.   Todd Lewis,The Golf Channel, calls in from Augusta. Lewis reported that Kevin Streelman won the Par 3 contest. His caddie was a Make A Wish recipient with inoperable cancer. Holly asks Todd about Tiger. He says that this is definitely a different Tiger. Todd feels that Tiger is lowering the expectations of the fan. He is maturing and other reasons Tiger has changed. He points out that people want to see what's going on with Tiger's game both good and bad.  Todd told the story of how Ben Crenshaw pulled into the Champions parking lot and Tiger Woods was there. Tiger spoke with Ben and asked him who he was playing with in his final Masters practice round. Ben said Jordan Spieth, a fellow Texan. Tiger asked Ben if he could play the practice round with them and Mr Crenshaw said yes.  Todd's Masters picks: He likes JB Holmes and Keegan as sleepers. Dustin Johnson, Bubba Watson Jimmy Walker are Todd's favorites to win Masters. Steve Eubanks, Global Golf Post, calls in and talks with Holly about ANA Inspiration ... The first major of season for LPGA won by Brittany Lincicome. Steve said that it was one of the best competitions this year. She beat Stacey Lewis after an eagle on the 18th to force a playoff. The playoff took 3 holes. Holly and Steve talk about the Masters, the expected weather and some of the players who Steve feels that will be in contention. He likes Jordan Spieth and Jimmy Walker.  Holly brings up Phil Mickelson. Steve says that Phil has a masterful command of the greens at Augusta. Rich B picked Henrik Stenson and Holly chose Matt Kuchar to win the Masters. 

John Brooks calls in with a LIVE report from the PGA Tour's Shell Houston Open.Special offer: visit www.ineedtheball.com and type in "Golf Talk" when making a purchase to receive FREE SHIPPING & 10% off your purchase!  Golf Talk Radio with Mike & Billy is brought to you by Ineedtheball, Slickstix.com, Premier Irish Golf Tours, Adams Golf, Sundale Country Club , McPhees Grill, and Paso Robles Golf Club. VisitGolftalkradio.com for the latest show information, contests, videos, iPhone and Android Apps and more! If you are interested in advertising with Golf Talk Radio with Mike & Billy email us at info@golftalkradio.com.

PODCAST NOTE: Listeners can tune in to iHeart Radio 740 The Game Wednesdays from 6-7 p.m. to hear The Golf Insiders live. Add The Golf Insiders podcast to your iPhone as an app. Click here and go to the bottom of the device's screen to create the "Quick Launch" icon for the Golf Insiders. Once you've done this it will add The Golf Insiders podcast as an App to your home screen.  Holly and Rich are in the studio talking about Jimmy Walker's win at the Valero Texas Open. Holly and Rich were both able to get out and play some golf recently. Holly was in a member guest tournament at Orange Tree and Rich played the Waldorf. Holly and Rich talk about Tiger possibly playing in the Masters.  Shout out to  Terrie Purdum celebrating 16 years Florida Golf Central Magazine now Southern Golf Central Magazine. Bob Harig, ESPN.Com, talks to Holly about his article covering Tiger playing practice round. Played with two members. Suggests Tiger will play in The Masters. Jimmy Walker was first to win twice on tour this season. Holly talks about Walker's success heading into the Masters. Bob and Holly discuss Adam Scott's decision of going back to long putter for Masters. Bob said with the shorter putter that Scott putted well at Doral but didn't putt well after that. Even though the anchored putter ban coming he has no qualms with Scott using it now. Todd Lewis, The Golf Channel, calls in from Shell Houston Open and talks about the golf course.  Todd said that the week before first major they try to set up certain conditions around the green to simulate Augusta and that the people at the Shell Houston Open understand that. Todd talks about Jimmy Walker's chances at Augusta. ... he feels that Walker is a genuine threat to win . Holly asks if Todd Tiger showing up at Masters is good for Rory McIlroy? The Golf Channel is airing the Drive, Chip and Putt championship this weekend. Holly updates listeners on the LPGA and talks to Steve Eubanks, Global Golf Post, about the LPGA and the ANA, the season's first major championship. Talk about Players like Michelle Wie and Stacey Lewis. Steve points out that Lydia Ko could win her first major this week.

On the show this week, we had the pleasure of interviewing the founder of BPutters, Antonio Biagioli to talk about why and how he started a putter company, the ideas and inspiration behind his stunning creations and his plans for producing even more beautiful putters (we can't wait to be wowed!!). In News, we talk about Tiger falling outside the Top 100 in the World Rankings, his landing at Augusta for a practice round and Jason & Amanda Dufner announce that they are getting a divorce. We review the action from The Kia Classic on The LPGA Tour, won by Christie Kerr, The topsy-turvy Trophee Hassan II on The European Tour, won by Richie Ramsay and The Valero Texas Open on the PGA Tour won with a dominating display of superb all-round golf by Jimmy Walker. And finally we look forward to next week's tournaments - the first Major of the Year for the Women with The ANA Inspiration from Mission Hills CC in California and the warm up for The Masters in Houston with The Shell Houston Open on the PGA Tour.

Live from the Shell Houston Open! Dr.Harry Sese and I breakdown the grey area between the fitness and medical professions and how to work as a team. Stability and mobility .Traditionally medical takes care of the mobility issues and pain while the fitness focusses on stability, strength and power. But nowadays its hip to do it all! We prefer the team approach. Each member of the team needs to be able to handle the grey area between each others specialties and be able to understand each others strengths to truly deliver the best product for our clients. We also discuss social networking forums and touch on the Rory McIlroy workout video. All this and more. Got a question for the Doc? Give him a #YoSese @thegolfingdoc Thanks to @PerformBetter and @mytpi.  Listen, learn and enjoy! #DreamBig #OverDeliver and be #Undeniable. Cheers Coach Glass

Jacob and Dave start out the show reminiscing about better times....then they get down to business discussing the week that was on tour, get giddy about the masters and Finally Do their First Golf Course review of the Audubon Park Executive Course

Dave Kelner, Mike Grenham and Dave Tindall are with you to preview the Shell Houston Open on this edition of the golf podcast. Jordan Spieth heads the betting after his runner-up finish behind Jimmy Walker last week, while Matt Kuchar will hope to avenge last year's demons. Listen now as the chaps give you three selections apiece and talk through the market leaders. #golf #golfpodcast #betting #TigerWoods #RoryMcIlroy #Masters #SHO #HoustonOpen

Jimmy Walker dominates in the Valero Texas Open - not only wins trophy & money but also a new pair of boots! Menu for this week: Review this week's events and preview The Masters. Preview audio from Walker, McIlroy & Bubba Watson as well as Bob & Alex's opinions on how the 2015 Masters might unfold. Will Tiger play or not? That too is discussed and, if so, is his game ready? Last on the menu is a look at the Shell Houston Open and the stellar field entered.

PODCAST NOTE: Listeners can tune in to iHeart Radio 740 The Game Wednesdays from 6-7 p.m. to hear the The Golf Insiders live.  Add The Golf Insiders podcast to your iPhone as an app. Click here and go to the bottom of the device's screen to create the "Quick Launch" icon for the Golf Insiders. Once you've done this it will add The Golf Insiders podcast as an App to your home screen.  Holly G and Rich Bianco are in the studio for an hour of intelligent golf talk.  Bob Harig, ESPN.com, calls in to discuss first time winners on the PGA Tour this season and how much parody there is this season. Bob feels that a lot of under-the-radar players who you might not think could win are winning on Tour. South Korea's Seung-Yul Noh won the Zurich Classic earning his first PGA TOUR victory and becoming the 7th first-time winner on this year's wrap around season. Bob and Holly talk about Rory McIlroy's play of late and his falling out of the Top 10 for the first time in a while. McIlroy is feeling a bit better about his putting, which was non existent at the Masters. Rich and Bob discuss Keegan Bradley's inability to close lately. It's been almost two years since his last win. Bob says that it shows where years like Bradley who regularly win have not won other than Bubba Watson. Holly talks to Bob about his article on Anthony Kim. It's been almost years since has played on the PGA Tour. Steve Eubanks, Global Golf Post, talks to Holly about Noh talks about his excellent ball striking. He is well known in Asia. He is very old school in his ball striking. He works the ball around the golf course very well.  Holly and Steve talk about Lydia Ko battling Stacey Lewis for the victory at the Swinging Skirts LPGA Classic. Steve feels that if you are not watching what's happening on the LPGA you are cheating yourself.  Such great play, drama and personalities.  Jeff Shain, PGA Tour.com, calls in to the show to talk about Quail Hollow and the conditions of the course there. The course was changed from bent grass to Bermuda grass recently and that changes everything. With The Players next week, the field at Quail Hollow is full of interesting players prepping for The Players. Quail Hollow is shaping up much like the Shell Houston Open before the Masters. Jeff feels that The Players golf course doesn't favor anybody in the 144-man field. Lance Ringler, Golfweek, calls in to wrap up an hour of intelligent golf talk with the scoop on the collegiate championships. On the women's side Southern California, UCLA, Duke, Stanford and Arkansas headline the top 5. For the Men's championship goes by Match Play (the 6th year) Alabama, Georgia Tech, Georgia, Stanford, Oklahoma State are the top 5.  Lance talks about local team UCF, who has been a big surprise this year, find themselves in contention for a title.

PODCAST NOTE: Users can add The Golf Insiders podcast to their iPhone as an app now. Click here and go to the bottom of the device's screen to create the "Quick Launch" icon for the Golf Insiders. Once you've done this it will add The Golf Insiders podcast as an App to your home screen.  Rich Bianco is in the studio while Holly G is on vacation. Rich is joined by local friend and PGA Master Player, Instructor and Coach Sean Gorgone, "Whole Game of Golf."  Bob Harig, ESPN.com, calls in to share the week of golf news with Rich and Sean. Bob talks about Bowditch's win and it was nice to see knowing his past personal and professional struggles.  Bob also talks to Rich and Sean about the Shell Houston Open preceding the Masters. Bob feels that the week before the Masters that players competing in that tournament want to play in conditions that will be similar to Augusta the following week. Rich brings up Tiger Wood's injury and talks to Bob about it. But back surgery has sidelined Woods for the Masters and for several weeks, maybe months to come. Bob said that without Tiger its a big loss at the Masters. He's been there every year for the past 20 years except for this one. Bob's dark horse pick Bill Haas, Rich's Matt Every and Sean's is Ryo Ishikawa. Brian Hewitt, Global Golf Post editor, calls in to talk to Rich and Bob about the Masters. Brian says he is thinking about moving the story forward. Many expected him not to play at Augusta this year. What will happen when he comes back. Tiger started working with Sean Foley in 2010 and have not won a Major since and his record last year and the Majors even though he won 5 tournaments last year. Brian feels that Tiger may change his swing some during his rehab and may come back with another swing coach? Jeff Shain, PGA.com calls in to wrap up the show and talks to the duo about the Shell Houston Open. Jeff says he divides the Shell Houston Open into two categories, those who will play the 2014 Masters and those trying to gain the invitation to this year's Masters. Folks like Dustin Johnson who has played really well outside of match play.  Jeff and Rich talk about the great Texas golf tournaments like the storied Shell Houston Open. Jeff says that the staff at the Shell Houston Open did an outstanding job replicating the conditions that will face the golfers in Augusta, even thought they are in a totally different client in Texas.

This week Scotty G is on location with Tour Rep, Mike Sposa at the Shell Houston Open to talk new fairway woods for Nicolas Colsaerts (Big Bertha) and Stuart Appleby (X2 Hot Pro), and a new driver for Bobby Gates. You can also check out Colsaerts and Appleby in action in the replay of our Kings of Distance Live Event, now on CG.com: http://www.callawaygolf.com/more/kings-of-distance-houston/

The Shell Houston Open is back in its regular slot the week before the Masters and Dave Kelner and Mike Grenham are with you to give their picks ahead of the action. The chaps talk about what is required at the venue and they also speak about this week's European Tour event, the NH Collection Open. http://serve.williamhill.com/promoRedirect?member=audiobooUK&campaign=DEFAULT&channel=will_golf&zone=1484172145&lp=0

Ron Vinson calls from the Club @ Houston site of the upcoming Shell Houston Open with a preview of the upcoming PGA Tour event and how it prepares players for the Masters.  Mike & Dave play "Chip Away@ It!"Golf Talk Radio with Mike & Billy is brought to you bySlickstix.com, Polara Golf,Adams Golf,The Links at RiverLakes Ranch Golf Course , Ernest Sports ES12 & ES14, McPhees Grill, and Paso Robles Golf Club. Visit Golftalkradio.comfor the latest show information, contests, videos, iPhone and Android Apps and more! If you are interested in advertising with Golf Talk Radio with .Mike & Billy email us atinfo@golftalkradio.com.

Holly G and Rich B are in the studio talking all things golf. Bob Harig, ESPN.com, calls in to kick off the show. Bob and Holly review D.A. Points' win at the Shell Houston Open as well as how well Rory McIlroy played. Bob also discussed the upcoming Masters and the play of McIlroy, Lee Westwood and Charles Schwartzel. Bob also covered the top players that have not won a major including Justin Rose, Brandt Snedeker, Ian Poulter and Luke Donald. Jay Golden, PGA Tour pro from Winter Pines Golf Club in Winter Park called in to discuss the art of shotmaking.  The trio talked about Bubba Watson's great shot from the trees at the Masters last year. Jeff Shain, PGA Tour.com, also talked about the upcoming Masters as well as other things golf. Terrie Purdhum, Publisher, Florida Golf Central Magazine, called in to wrap up the show. She and Holly talked about the great event at the Errol Estate Golf & Country Club in Apopka, Fla., as well as the magazine's 14th Anniversary.

Mike Maves and Jimmy Nissen discuss the past week in golf and the upcoming PGA Tour event The Shell Houston Open at Redstone .... Steve Elkington chimes at about 22 minute mark in to give his thoughts on the course, the upcoming event and more....

John Brooks calls into the show LIVE from the PGA Tour's Shell Houston Open Tournament at Redstone.  Mike & Billy play Golf Talk Radio trivia, share another listeners email on women and golf.  Dave Schimandle, Owner & Operator of www.slickstix.com calls in with his golf equipment tip of the week.Golf Talk Radio with Mike & Billy is brought to you by Slickstix.com, Adams Golf, The Links at RiverLakes Ranch Golf Course , Microfiber Greens Towel, True Aim, McPhees Grill, The Kickwedge, Puttle.com, GroupGolfer.com and Golf Tournament In A Box, Paso Robles Golf Club. Visit Golftalkradio.com for the latest show information, contests, videos, iPhone and Android Apps and more! If you are interested in advertising with Golf Talk Radio with Mike & Billy email us at info@golftalkradio.com.

After 5 days of Golf at Bay Hill and some at Windermere for the Tavistock Cup, Rich B and Holly G are in the studio.  The two talk about the freak storm that ran right over Bay Hill with gusts over to 65 mph and a lot of uprooted trees. Tiger Woods picked up his 77th win and 8th at the Arnold Palmer Invitational. Holly has some of Tiger Woods press conference audio from Bay Hill. Tiger talks about the significance of winning at Bay Hill and what it means to him personally. Tiger also talks about how close he is to getting back to where he was a couple of years ago. "I'm almost there," he said. His putting has come around after a few quick lessons from Steve Stricker and now he looks forward to Augusta. Bob Harig, ESPN.com, calls in to talk to the duo about Bay Hill, the tournament and the storm. Bob talks about having Tiger back in form makes golf that much better to watch and it is good for the game.  Not that he will always win, but he is putting well enough and playing well enough to win every time, according to Harig. Sean Foley really has Tiger dialed in. Bob talks about how great players fine tune their game as they get older to compensate for power lost. Team Albany wins on first hole of the playoff at Tavistock Cup after Ian Poulter sunk his putt. The Golf Insiders gave away a 10th Anniversary Collectors edition Tavistock Cup. Todd Lewis, The Golf Channel, calls in to discuss Bay Hill. Todd was actually back at the station just in case something happened with the weather. Todd feels that Tiger is the best closer in the game of golf.  He has already done it three times this year after having a lead going into the final round. Todd also talks about Rickie Fowler and how he needs to grow and learn from his missteps. He had the opportunity on the final day at 16 to draw close to Tiger and unfortunately put it in the water. Todd also talks about Phil Mickelson missing the cut. As the golf world turns toward Augusta, the trio talk about who needs to step it up at the Shell Houston Open in order to be prepared for Augusta. Bubba is the defending Masters Champion and Todd feels that his length off the tee helps him tremendously at Augusta. Steve Stricker has played well in the few tournaments that he has played in not finishing outside the top 5 in any of them. Jay Golden, PGA teaching pro Winter Pines Park, calls in and talks to Holly about how wind affects putting. The way Tiger said it did at Bay Hill. Jay said to Hit a low draw when playing into the wind.

Dave Attell sits in to talk about Houston, the rodeo, the Shell Houston Open, and play a round of "Black, White, or Mexican", and Rob getting laid, then Sean Rouse steps in to talk about his molester, then the conversation turns to the fact that Texas is number one in school sex, Shirtless Man, and "You Can't Make This Funny".

During Mike's Course - Mike and Billy discuss Mike's trip to Houston, Texas for Level 2 First Tee Training at Redstone where the Shell Houston Open is played on the PGA Tour.  Owen Avrit, participant in the First Tee joins Mike & Billy in studio to discuss his experiences, the game of golf and tournament experiences.  Golf Talk Radio with Mike & Billy is brought to you by Slickstix.com, Mike Bender, PGA Top 5 World Instructor, Avila Beach Golf Resort, Blacklake Golf Resort, Adams Golf, The Links at RiverLakes Ranch Golf Course , Microfiber Greens Towel, True Aim, McPhees Grill and Golf Tournament In A Box. Visit Golftalkradio.com for the latest show information, contests, videos, iPhone and Android Apps and more! If you are interested in advertising with Golf Talk Radio with Mike & Billy email us at info@golftalkradio.com.

John Brooks & Marvin Odum, President Shell Oil Company call the Golf Talk Radio with Mike & Billy show Live to discuss the Shell Houston Open and The First Tee Program. Rudi Fann, Director of Golf Operations and Jason Green, Assistant Professional from the Blacklake Golf Resort challenge the Golf Talk Radio listeners at Caddyshack and other golf trivia. Golf Talk Radio with Mike & Billy is brought to you by Slickstix.com, Mike Bender, PGA Top 5 World Instructor, Avila Beach Golf Resort,Blacklake Golf Resort, Adams Golf, and GroupGolfer.com. Visit Golftalkradio.com for the latest show information, contests, videos, iPhone and Android Apps and more! If you are interested in advertising with Golf Talk Radio with Mike & Billy email us at info@golftalkradio.com.

Steve Eubanks is a bestselling author and award-winning writer whose work has appeared in Sports Illustrated, FoxSports.com, Yahoo!, Golf Digest,Golf World,Golf Magazine.. and the list goes on... A college golfer who was resoundingly thumped often enough to realize he could not play for a living, Steve became a club professional and general manager. He became a distressed golf property specialist who did work for CitiGroup, Prudential Securities, Bank of America, and the Royal Bank of Scotland. He and a group of partners built and owned golf properties in the Southeastern U.S. Then, in a radical career move, Steve became a writer. In addition to authoring the first unauthorized club history of Augusta National, Steve has authored novels, narrative non-fiction sports-history books, a golf memoir, and co-authored books with Arnold Palmer, Lou Holtz, Jeff Gordon, Tracy Austin, Mark H. McCormack, Butch Harmon and Ty Murray among others. Steve was also the publishing consultant for the Royal & Ancient Golf Club at St. Andrews. Steve is a frequent guest speaker. He taught seminars and business schools for the PGA of America, and was the keynote speaker at the 2007 Joint Forces Reserve Orientation Course, Command Second Fleet, Norfolk, Virginia. Steve lives in Peachtree City, Georgia with his wife and children. Founded in 1933, the Augusta National Golf Club is the perfect course. Co-designed by legends Bobby Jones and Alister MacKenzie, Augusta boasts gorgeous fairways and perfectly manicured greens, set against a breathtaking backdrop of azaleas and pines. Every April, the invitation-only Masters Tournament is watched by millions of avid viewers around the globe. But the exclusive club, with a membership comprising some of the world's most powerful and influential men, is also notorious for a legacy of secrets and controversy. Journalist and novelist Steve Eubanks used all of his investigative and storytelling talents to get to the heart of Augusta's turbulent history, including its 44-year rule under the iron fist of Cliff Roberts and his suicide on the club's grounds; the Masters' impetuous yet long-standing relationship with CBS; allegations of racism; and the club's countless, rigid rules (members can even be expelled for wearing their green Augusta blazers outside the club). With 45 inspiring photographs, Eubanks's balanced account also captures the historic moments that evoke deep affection for Augusta, from Dwight Eisenhower teeing off in the days before the Masters was televised to Jack Nicklaus's emotional victory at age 46, 23 years after he won his first green jacket. With a new chapter on Tiger Woods's 1997 triumph and published just in time for the 1998 Masters, Augusta is essential reading for anyone who wants the complete story of American golf's most hallowed groundVisit the Golf Talk Radio sponsors and tell them GTRadio sent you they help make the show possible! Slickstix.com, Avila Beach Golf Resort, Blacklake Golf Resort, Shore Cliff Lodge and Aramco Mortgage and Dr. Tullius.  Visit Golftalkradio.com for the latest show information, contests, videos iPhone and Android Apps and more!

Mike and Billy play the GTRadio golf trivia game - "Fore Play" where the winner will take home a golf package valued at over $500!Mike & Billy also ask for the listeners opinions on who will win the 2010 Masters.Ron Brooks calls into GTRadio LIVE from the PGA Tour event the Shell Houston Open!Click here for a chance to win an Odyssey Putter courtesy of Golflandwarehouse.com! Click here for the Deal of the Week courtesy of Golflandwarehouse.com use promo code "GTR" for BIG discounts! Thank you to our GTR Partners please visit their sites and support the businesses that support GTR! Slickstix Avila Beach Golf Resort Blacklake Golf Resort Golflandwarehouse Avila La Fonda Hotel Inn at Avila Beach Email Mike and Billy at info@golftalkradio.com with questions, comments or whatever!

Mark Long: PGA TOUR Caddie/SkyGolf Advisory Board MemberMark Long has been a PGA TOUR Caddie for more than 20 years, and currently carries the bag for PGA TOUR veteran and Champions Tour standout Fred Funk.Recognized as one of the most respected TOUR Caddies, Mark has been a staff advisor to SkyGolf since 2000, when the initial SkyCaddie model was in development. Mark has been instrumental in developing the SkyCaddie TOUR proven Mapping Methodology -- based on a TOUR Caddie’s perspective. TOUR Caddies walk every yard of the golf course to provide distances their pros can trust, as walking the course is the only way to truly understand the intricacies of a golf course, and SkyGolf is the only company that has adopted this methodology.Long is the author of several yardage books for TOUR players. In 1998, Mark started authoring yardage books for TOUR pros, by 2001 he perfected his technique, and today is one of the most sought after yardage book authors on TOUR. In fact, Mark authored the USGA yardage book for the 2008 U.S. Open at Torrey Pines, and will author the USGA yardage book for the 2009 U.S. Open at Bethpage Black.Mark started his competitive golf career as a Terrapin for the University of Maryland under the leadership of Fred Funk. Mark has caddied in over 600 tournaments for Fred Funk and Nolan Henke, including 30 majors. He saw his first caddie win with Nolan Henke and, while with Fred, has seen three PGA TOUR and three Senior Champions Tour wins.TOUR Proven Mapping:Only SkyCaddie, after getting permission from each golf club, walks the course with skilled golfers – using sub-meter, survey grade equipment – to record and verify its course information, using the same method trusted by TOUR Caddies, for the game’s best players. Using unverified and possibly out-of-date satellite images is a cost-saving short cut that could produce unfavorable results for both the facility and golfer and could hurt the growth of this category, which is the only growing category in golf. In fact, satellite images are aerial views that are created by IT technicians who don’t necessarily have knowledge about the game of golf.SkyCaddie professional course mappers have literally walked 23,000 courses using state-of-the-art GPS survey grade equipment to capture distances from every angle on every course. These course mappers are skilled golfers and established caddies that understand what’s important for a golfer to score his or her best.Avila Beach Golf Resort - www.avilabeachresort.com Blacklake Golf Resort - www.blacklake.comInn at Avila Beach - www.avilabeachca.comAvila LaFonda Hotel - www.avilalafondahotel.comGolfland Warehouse - www.golflandwarehouse.comSlickstix - www.slickstix.comFor more information on Golf Talk Radio with Mike & Billy visit www.golftalkradio.com and visit www.centralcoasttoday.com for Golf Talk TV with Mike & Billy.