Party of Fore: A Mistwood Golf Club Podcast

There are big changes coming to the PGA Tour in 2028...so Ben, Andy and Scott share their takes. Is it all better for the game? Will it pull in non-traditional golf fans? Also, discovering FlowCode and can it help your game? Do you overthink hitting your next shot? Mistwood is investing in the education and utilization of FlowCode technology, which addresses the mental health side of the game. Hos...

Certified Master Club Fitting Professional Eric Russell stopped by the podcast studio! We offer something many places don't year round. Ball Flight. We have it at Mistwood Golf Dome, and Mistwood Golf Club. Ben, Andy and Eric discuss the latest fitting trends, the process and how it can improve your overall golf game. Plus...it could be a sign you need to get into a new set of clubs! Don't miss ou...

We finally got around to The Masters wrap! The inside look at how it all works when you attend the annual tournament. What was it like for the first timers? Did Andy learn anything new? The guys share stories from budget airline travel, to the quest to get a GNOME. How did Scott make it happen? Tune in! Instagram: MistwoodGolf Facebook: MistwoodGolfClub TikTok: MistwoodGolf YouTube: mistwoodgolfcl...

Andy, Ben & Scott discuss the first things the pros try to do once they get outside with our Junior Golfers...the best way to focus their mindsets and get them committed to improving their game. Also, what style of golf, and what are the influences on young golfers in today's world. Don't miss out on all things Party of Fore! Instagram: MistwoodGolf Facebook: MistwoodGolfClub TikTok: MistwoodG...

The guys are joined by Superintendent Ben, and quite frankly get wrapped up in March Madness, baseball opening day, golf opening day...new equipment and The Masters! Sometimes it's just good to talk things out. Bottom line, the course is ready for another exciting season of golf! Don't miss out on all things Party of Fore! Instagram: MistwoodGolf Facebook: MistwoodGolfClub TikTok: MistwoodGolf You...

Andy, Ben & Scott have had enough of the indoors! BUT, Mistwood Golf Dome is definitely there for everyone's needs until the warm weather decides to stick around. This episode explores the transition from inside to out, and an early look at "WITB" What's in the bag? for the gentlemen this season! Don't miss out on all things Party of Fore! Instagram: MistwoodGolf Facebook: MistwoodGolfClub Tik...

We welcome Superintendent Ben Kelnhofer back to the program! We had a lot of offseason work done around the course, and he takes us through it. Also, Andy has breaking news on a pretty important tournament being hosted here at Mistwood in 2027. Don't miss out on all things Party of Fore! Instagram: MistwoodGolf Facebook: MistwoodGolfClub TikTok: MistwoodGolf YouTube: mistwoodgolfclub Hosted on Aca...

We are ALL-IN on the Chicago Bears (Mostly...we're double checking with Andy). But, it's a new season of the Party of Fore Podcast! The boys are back with football talk, playoff predictions...prepping for the PGA Show in Orlando, and what's going on with TGL & the PGA's Returning Member Program? Let's have another great year! Don't miss out on all things Party of Fore! Instagram: MistwoodGolf...

It is the Holiday Season, but that won't keep the guys from jumping into the studio! Ben, Andy & Scott are joined by Superintendent Ben for the final episode of 2025. What's the agronomy team doing this winter? How are DA BEARS, what's happening in Scott's mind...and what's the best way to get the most out of your golf game? We have an idea! Our present to you... Don't miss out on all things P...

We are so fortunate to work with Nicole Jeray. She's an LPGA Teaching Professional at Mistwood, but she's been a touring professional for 3 decades! The longevity of her career, and how she's able to help shape the abilities of young golfers, is hard to match! Crucial to our junior programs, Nicole stopped by the studio to share stories from her rookie year on tour, and how she's able to stay with...

Our CAP Program continues to develop young golfers into State Champions and college players on scholarship! It's definitely a process, so that's why we brought on Director of Instruction, John Platt, for this episode! Andy, Ben, Scott and John discuss some recent success, the golf swing and what's next at Mistwood! Don't miss out on all things Party of Fore! Instagram: MistwoodGolf Facebook: Mistw...

This is what we've been waiting for! The Ryder Cup has arrived and the guys are NOT on the same page. Scott is waving the European flag at this point...Andy is going head over heart and Ben is just here hoping the United States puts up a good fight and wins! Special guest, Ben Kelnhofer, also stops through the studio to offer his expertise and dreams for Team USA. Instagram: MistwoodGolf Facebook:...

The Ryder Cup is quickly approaching and the teams are set! Enough with the brainstorming who will and won't be on the squads. Andy, Ben & Scott also break down a 59, shot by Alli Wiertel, a standout athlete in our junior program. Bonus material: DA BEARS...and who goes on vacation to Green Bay, to do anything not packers related? Instagram: MistwoodGolf Facebook: MistwoodGolfClub TikTok: Mist...

It was quite entertaining because Andy loves himself some Rory Mcilroy, but learned that if you talk about his Caddie relationship...the public will speak up! Well, Andy stands by his initial thoughts and we have some funny responses! LIV Golf stopped through Bolingbrook, and Scott did some extra research on who COULD be on the Ryder Cup teams! Don't miss out on all things Party of Fore! Instagram...

Is winning boring for Scottie Scheffler? It sure looks easy! Andy, Ben & Scott dive into the latest from the PGA--who's trending toward the Ryder Cup team...and where will Charlie Woods go to college? No one knows...but we can sure try to guess! Instagram: MistwoodGolf Facebook: MistwoodGolfClub TikTok: MistwoodGolf YouTube: mistwoodgolfclub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info...

Superintendent Ben is BACK in the hot seat, with all your summer lawn tips! He also breaks down how things are going on the golf course. Marketing Ben, Andy & Scott dig into the John Deere Classic...and is Max Homa on the way up? Someone thinks so... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you watched the U.S. Open, you saw how ugly it got! Questionable rulings and play...and a victorious J.J. Spaun. What about that 3 am pharmacy trip, or dirty diapers on the course--Andy has thoughts! We are settling into another epic year of member guest happening this weekend. What to expect and fun surprises along the way. Don't miss out on all things Party of Fore! Instagram: MistwoodGolf Fa...

It's a full breakdown of U.S. Open, picks included! Who should be on the Ryder Cup team? and the importance of getting fitted for your putter. It's Ben, Andy...and Also Starring, Scott Hogan! Don't miss out on all things Party of Fore! Instagram: MistwoodGolf Facebook: MistwoodGolfClub TikTok: MistwoodGolf YouTube: mistwoodgolfclub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're celebrating 50 episodes with an out of this world experience! From Geologist...working with NASA, and touching pieces of the moon--to Assistant Golf Pro at Mistwood. Dr. John Shafer is living out his dream in the next chapter of life. We dig deep into the earth and discuss how our golf terrain in the midwest was formed, what materials we're working with--and could aliens be real? Listen to t...

Andy is back from the PGA Professional Championship. He has some insight into his experience and coming close to finishing in the Top 20. Also, fittings at Mistwood--why they're so important! Who doesn't love MATCH PLAY. It's time for the first Illinois PGA Major of the season! Don't miss out on all things Party of Fore! Instagram: MistwoodGolf Facebook: MistwoodGolfClub TikTok: MistwoodGolf YouTu...

It was a long awaited accomplishment, but Rory brings home his Masters, and the career Grand Slam! Andy, Ben & Scott break down the final day of the tournament. Andy actually visited Augusta this year, so what's up with the merchandise tent? Also, where's the best place to watch the tournament? Lastly, it's allways fun to predict a winner for the RBC Heritage...we have Scott's picks! Don't mis...

We bring in Superintendent Ben Kelnhofer to keep things in order with Andy & Ben this week. It's all about waking up the golf course from its winter slumber, and what goes into it. The boys also dig into changes in the offseason, and the text thread between Host Ben, Head Pro Frank & Andy. What in the world could they be talking about? Did you see Scottie Scheffler's Masters Dinner menu? W...

This is an exciting Season Premiere because we've added video to our podcast episodes! You can view it on Mistwood Golf Club's Youtube Page, and we'll also share clips on our other social media accounts! This episode we welcome in Scott Hogan, Performance Center Specialist, to join Andy and Ben. The trio discusses a busy winter at Mistwood Golf Dome, the hot golf equipment for 2025, TGL happenings...

It's a big weekend for current Mistwood CAP students and other players our coaches have taught over the years! More than two dozen are competing at the IHSA State Golf Finals in Bloomington & Decatur. Great to be able to catch up with Andy Mickelson for a bit of a LIVE report as he watched his daughter and others work their way through the tournament. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

Junior Golf continues to grow, so Ben & Andy welcomed Certified Master Fitting Professional, Eric Russell, onto the program! What equipment is needed for the young golfers? Should they be fitted? What is our professional staff looking at when it comes to data. All of this is talked about in this episode, along with some weekend fun focused on the results of the U.S. Open! Hosted on Acast. See...