Better Than I Found It

On today's podcast, Albert Jennings joins us. Albert is an assistant golf professional at Brookwood Golf Club in Fort Wayne, Indiana. They discuss Albert's junior golf academy and his time as a golf prospect when he was younger. Thank you for joining the podcast Albert! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook —> @BetterThanIFoundItPodcas...

Today, Matt Van Zandt, a former A&M golfer joins the podcast. Matt and Coach McGraw reflect on his time at A&M and continue to discuss his experiences in college golf as well as Matt's father. Thank you for joining the podcast Matt! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook —> @BetterThanIFoundItPodcast Associated social media accounts...

Today we welcome, Jeremy Alcorn, the new assistant coach and a former All-American Baylor Bear back to Waco. Coach McGraw and Jeremy Alcorn reflect on his time at Baylor along with his coaching journey. Thank you Jeremy for joining the podcast and we look forward to the future! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook —> @BetterThanIFoundItPodcas...

Scott Simpson, the University of Hawaii head coach, joins the Better Than I Found It Podcast today. Starting his career as a professional golfer, he now tells us about his passion for coaching. Scott also talks about the role his faith has had in his career. Thank you Scott for joining the podcast! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook —> @Bet...

Former Penn State Golf Coach Greg Nye joins the podcast today. After 39 years as a college coach, he talks about his retirement along with his father's influence on his career. Greg shares many stories from his time as a coach on today's episode. Thank you Greg for joining the podcast! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook —> @BetterTh...

Today on the Better Than I Found It Podcast, Joshua Jacobs, the CEO of College Golf Experience, joins to tell about his experience in golf summer camps. They continue to discuss the recruiting process including common misconceptions and how to find the best fit in college golf. Thank you Joshua Jacobs for joining us with this informational episode! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You...

Today a former Oklahoma State golfer Sam Stevens joins the podcast. Sam talks about his decision with college golf and how his family helped with his golf career. They continue on to talk about Sam's upcoming challenge at the US Open. Thank you Sam for joining the podcast! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook —> @BetterThanIFoundItPodcast...

Today, Mikkel Bjerch-Andresen, the last Baylor Associate Head Coach joins the podcast. Currently, in the process of moving to Norway, Mikkel tells us about his decision with moving away from college golf. Mikkel continues to give general life and coaching advice as a young coach. Thank you, Mikkel for your time at Baylor, good luck with life in Norway! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes....

A former Univerity of Texas All-American golfer, Gavin Hall joins us today as he prepares for the Korn Ferry Tour. Gavin talks about his experience becoming a professional golfer while overcoming injury. Thank you Gavin for joining us today for this podcast! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook —> @BetterThanIFoundItPodcast   Associated socia...

One of the best-known caddies, Paul Tesori, joins the podcast today with Coach Mike McGraw. Paul talks about all of the great players he has caddied for including Vijay Singh, Jerry Kelly, Webb Simpson, and Cameron Young. With over 25 PGA wins, Paul shares some insights into being a caddy. Thank you Paul for joining us today for this podcast! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can f...

Pernilla Lindberg is an LPGA Tour Player, major chamipon, and Oklahoma State alum. She takes us back to her time growing up in Sweden, her transition to college in the U.S., and also tells us in depth about her ups and downs in professional golf. Thanks so much for coming on, Pernilla and best of luck this year! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Faceb...

Iowa State Head Men's Golf Coach, Andrew tank, joins the podcast. Coach Tank tells us about the incredible story of the Minnesota Gophers team he was a part of. That story is a must for any college golf fan. He also shares what it's like to coach at Iowa State, how their great practice facility came about, his early influences in the game, and much more. Thank you so much for coming on, Co...

Talor Gooch is one of the hottest golfers anywhere right now and he is back on the podcast. He is coming off back-to-back wins on the LIV Tour. He also previews the upcoming event in his home state of Oklahoma. Further, Talor talks in length about his foundation and the various charities that are benefitting from that work. Thanks for coming on yet again, Talor and best of luck this week on home s...

PGA Tour Coach, Boyd Summerhays joins the podcast. He is a former Oklahoma State golfer, where he crossed paths with Coach McGraw. Boyd talks about his playing days, his current coaching, and a lot about parenting. Amazing stuff - thanks for coming on, Boyd! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook —> @BetterThanIFoundItPodcast Associated social...

Sean Covich is the Head Men's Golf Coach at West Virginia University. He's had the unique distinction of starting a program from scratch. In today's podcast, he talks about the challenge of starting a "Power 5" program, the journey his team has been on, and what he has learned as a coach through it. Thank you so much for coming on, Coach! Subscribe to the podcast for future e...

JC Deacon is the Head Men's Golf Coach at the University of Florida. He previously played and coached at UNLV. In addition to his strong Gator team, he coaches Kurt Kitayama on the PGA Tour. Coach Deacon mentions numerous influences he has had on his journey, and he expresses his gratitude for them. A great coach and even better guy. Thanks so much for coming on, Coach! Subscribe to the podcas...

Jerry Haas is the Head Men's Golf Coach at Wake Forest University. Coach Haas talks about his own playing career and coaching career. He also tells us about the incredible golf pedigree in the Haas family. Thank you so much for coming on, Coach! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook —> @BetterThanIFoundItPodcast Associated social media account...

Chandler Phillips is a Korn Ferry Tour Player and former All-American at Texas A&M. He talks about his recent win on the Korn Ferry Tour on the Bahamas, his upbringing in the game, and also all his other interest (spoiler: they involve hunting and fishing!) Thank you so much for coming on the podcast, Chandler! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Fa...

Barbara Young joins the podcast. She is the mother of PGA Tour Player, Cameron Young. In today's recording, Mrs. Young speaks to her role as a golf-parent through the junior, collegiate, and professional stages for Cameron. She gives great perspectives that would guide any parent on helping their aspiring son or daughter. Thank you for coming on the podcast, Barbara! Subscribe to the podcast for f...

Sean Martin is the Lead, Editorial for the PGA Tour. He has been a golf journalist for 18 years, covering collegiate and professional golf. Before joining the PGA Tour staff, he spent several years at Golfweek Magazine. In today's podcast Sean speaks to the changing landscape during his time as a journalist. He also discusses Scottie Scheffler in depth - unpacking a Twitter-thread he posted recent...

Andrew Danna is the Head Men's Golf Coach at Florida Gulf Coast University. He has previous coaching stints at Georgia Southwest State University, Lynn University, and LSU. In just four short years, Coach Danna has transformed FGCU from a team ranked outside the top 200 in college golf, to a team ranked in the top 60 - fighting for a post season bid. Andrew talks about his background as well as co...

Today's episode is covering all things regarding scholarships in college golf. We get a lot of questions on this topic. Hope you enjoy the episode! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook —> @BetterThanIFoundItPodcast Associated social media accounts: Coach McGraw - @BearCoachMcGraw Mikkel - @MikkelGolf Baylor Men’s Golf - @BaylorMGolf Music: Dr...

Isabella (Izzie) Balcells is the Director of Human Performance for Golf at Baylor. She talks through her unique background and position working with the Men's and Women's Golf Teams at Baylor. Izzie does a fantastic job for our athletes. Thank you for joining the podcast, Izzie! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook —> @BetterThanIFoundItPodca...

JT Higgins is the Head Men's Golf Coach at the University of Southern California. He is a GCAA Hall of Fame Inductee with previous Head Coaching stints at New Mexico and Texas A&M. In today's podcast, Coach Higgins talks about his unusual way into golf coaching, what he has learned from other coaches around him, the coaching tree that has formed around him, and tons more. Thank you so much for...

Former Kent State Golf Coach, Herb Page joins the podcast. Coach Page is a member of six Hall of Fames. He is now retired after a 41year long coaching career. Coach Page talks about his way into golf and coaching, his philosophy, what made his teams so confident and competitive, among other things. Thank you for everything you gave to college golf, Coach Page! Subscribe to the podcast for future e...