The Back of the Range

My guests on this episode are Ryan Frazer from Agora Golf and Golfweek's Cameron Jourdan and Lance Ringler.   We break down some of the teams and individuals that performed the best during the regular season, the coaches that will look to lead their teams to the national championship, and perhaps some insight on who might be left standing at the very end.   Golfweek's Cameron Jourdan - T...

My guest on this episode is Vanderbilt senior, Reid Davenport.  We spoke about the culture within the Vanderbilt team, which has been carefully crafted by the players that have come before him....and by head coach Scott Limbaugh and Assistant Coach Gator Todd. We talked about this start in the game, how to make clutch putts, his brother's favorite player, and the key to being a good golf pare...

My guest on this episode is Johnny Keefer from Baylor Men's Golf.  Johnny and I had a good chat, long overdue really considering  all that he has accomplished in his collegiate career.  Feels like he has been the leader of the Baylor Bears team forever.  We spoke about his start in the game, and what led him to Baylor, and what it is like to play for legendary coach, Mike McGra...

My guest this week is Nathan Weant, the assistant coach for the men's golf team at Texas Tech University. He's got the Texas drawl, the handlebar mustache, and more than a few funny one-liners....you'll love this episode of one man's journey in college golf. Nathan Weant - Texas Tech Men's Golf The Story Within - The 2022 U.S. Amateur Documentary - Available Now on YouTube! The Back of the Range C...

My guest on this episode is Fred Biondi from The University of Florida.  We spoke about his start in the game in Brazil and what led to his success in collegiate golf in Gainesville.  We spoke about what it would take for the Gators to capture the SEC title at Sea Island this year and what it would take to defeat Vanderbilt. Fred Biondi - University of Florida Men's Golf Fred Biondi - In...

My guest on this episode is Ross Steelman from Georgia Tech University.   Ross is heading into the postseason with the Yellow Jackets looking to capture an ACC championship this weekend at the Country Club of North Carolina.  Steelman is a Columbia, MO native and arrived at Georgia Tech after a successful run at Mizzou.  We spoke shortly after the Linger Longer Invitational last mon...

Before Masters Week got underway, I stopped by Gordon's rental house in Augusta to chat about the tournament, the expectations, and what lies ahead for the #1 ranked amateur in the world. The Story Within - The 2022 U.S. Amateur Documentary - Available Now on Youtube! The Back of the Range Collection at Imperial Sports COUPON CODE: BOTR15 for 15% your entire purchase! Subscribe to The Back of the...

Before the week started, I caught up with Ben Carr and Sam Bennett to talk about the start of their special Masters experience! The Story Within - The 2022 U.S. Amateur Documentary - Available Now on Youtube! The Back of the Range Collection at Imperial Sports COUPON CODE: BOTR15 for 15% your entire purchase! Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podcasts and SPOTIFY! Also Subscrib...

It's Masters Week and we are kicking things off with a very special episode with the 1987 Masters Champion, Larry Mize! The Story Within - The 2022 U.S. Amateur Documentary - Available Now on Youtube! The Back of the Range Collection at Imperial Sports COUPON CODE: BOTR15 for 15% your entire purchase! Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podcasts and SPOTIFY! Also Subscribe in You...

My guest on this episode is the 2022 Augusta National Women's Amateur Champion, Anna Davis.  Fantastic conversation with one of the bright young stars in the amateur game! The Story Within - The 2022 U.S. Amateur Documentary - Available Now on Youtube! The Back of the Range Collection at Imperial Sports COUPON CODE: BOTR15 for 15% your entire purchase! Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subsc...

My guest on this episode is Jason Payne from Mercer University.   Coach Payne  has his hands in everything, but what's really great....as you'll figure out relatively quickly, is that he likes to have fun.  He has had coaching stints at Georgia, Charleston Southern, and is back at Mercer helps lead the program to a conference championship. Jason Payne - Mercer University Any Given T...

My guest on this episode is Tommy Kuhl from the University of Illinois.  One of the hottest players in college golf is a product of the blue-collar culture in Champaign, Illinois.  We spoke about his collegiate career and his love of amateur golf.  Also, we found out which one of his teammates can do the most amount of damage at a Las Vegas buffet. Tommy Kuhl - University of Illinoi...

My guest on this episode is junior phenom, Amari Avery from the USC Women's Golf Team.  After an impressive junior golf career, she decided to postpone her professional aspirations and hasn't looked back since entering the collegiate ranks.   Amari Avery - USC Women's Golf Amari Avery - Instagram The Back of the Range Collection at Imperial Sports COUPON CODE: BOTR15 for 15% your en...

My guest on this episode is Billy Mayfair.  Yes, he is a five-time winner on the PGA Tour and the only man to defeat Tiger Woods in a playoff.  But he also had an impressive amateur career as well!  1986 U.S. Amateur Public Links Champion.  1987 U.S. Amateur Champion.  Undefeated record in the Walker Cup.   We covered MANY topics on this episode with the former All-Am...

My guest on this episode is Chris Solomon from No Laying Up.  Great conversation about the state of professional golf as well as his own game as he prepares to compete in the Gasparilla Invitational later this month.    No Laying Up - Official Website The Back of the Range Collection at Imperial Sports COUPON CODE: BOTR15 for 15% your entire purchase! Subscribe to The Back of the Ra...

My guest on this episode is Alexa Pano.   She was featured in the 2013 Netflix documentary "The Short Game" along with Amari Avery and Sky Sudberry as they competed in the 2012 U.S. Kids Golf World Championship.  Yes,  that was over 10 years ago.  That's how long the junior and amateur golf landscape has been aware of Alexa Pano.  What has she done since then?  She's...

My guest on this episode is one of the nicest mid-amateurs that you'll ever come across.  After playing collegiate golf at East Tennessee State and Eastern Michigan, he transitioned into the mid-amateur life where he has found success in the Texas Golf Association.  After picking up a win at the 2011 Canadian Mid-Amateur Championship, he made his lone appearance in a PGA Tour event at th...

My guest on this episode is Derek Hitchner from Pepperdine University.  The All-American had a sensational 2022 that included deep runs into the Western and U.S. Amateur Championships.  Derek will be looking to continue form as he chases a spot on the 2023 U.S. Walker Cup team. Derek Hitchner - Pepperdine Men's Golf  The Back of the Range Collection at Imperial Sports COUPON CODE: B...

My guest on this episode is one of the best mid-ams in the country right now.  Tug Maude finished an epic 2022 by competing for the United States at the Bridges Cup in South Korea and the Concession Cup in Spain.  He was also a member of the victorious East team at Maridoe.   Tug Maude - Instagram The Back of the Range Collection at Imperial Sports COUPON CODE: BOTR15 for 15% your e...

My guest on this episode is the head coach for the Texas Tech Red Raiders, Greg Sands.  Fantastic conversation with a Hall-of-Famer and leader of the one of the best teams in the country.  Will we see the Red Raiders capture the championship at Grayhawk next spring?!? Greg Sands - Texas Tech Men's Golf The Back of the Range Collection at Imperial Sports COUPON CODE: BOTR15 for 15% your e...

My guest on this episode is the 2022 U.S. Girls' Junior Amateur Champion, Yana Wilson.   Lots of fun in this episode but also some nuggets of information and advice that you don't want to miss!  Yana Wilson - Official Website Yana Wilson - Instagram   The Back of the Range Collection at Imperial Sports COUPON CODE: BOTR15 for 15% your entire purchase! Subscribe to The Back of the Ra...

My guest on this episode is Latanna Stone from Louisiana State University.  After her runner-up finish at the 2022 Augusta National Women's Amateur, she represented the United States this summer on the victorious Curtis Cup team.  Fantastic conversation with one of the best amateurs in the world. Latanna Stone - LSU Women's Golf Latanna Stone - Instagram The Back of the Range Collection...

My guest on this episode is Davis Chatfield.  After firmly etching his name in the Notre Dame record books, Davis has entered the professional ranks and recently secured his 2023 Korn Ferry Tour Card.  He is one of just four players  who made if through every stage of the Korn Ferry Tour Qualifying Tournament to secure professional starts next season. Davis Chatfield - Instagram The...

My guest on this episode is Mason Nome, member of the 2021 National Champion Texas Longhorns.  We spoke about his start in the game and last year's incredible run that led him to Grayhawk along with Cole Hammer, Travis Vick, and the Coodys...and the 4th National Championship in Texas history. Mason Nome - University of Texas Men's Golf The Back of the Range Collection at Imperial Sports Subsc...

My guest on this episode is Lee McCoy.    Lee had an incredible collegiate career at the University of Georgia.  He was a two-time First-Team All-American that picked up SEVEN wins for the Bulldogs.  He was also selected to the 2015 U.S. Palmer Cup and Walker Cup teams. Great conversation with SHERM!   University of Georgia Men's Golf The Back of the Range Collection at Im...