T-Time with Tori Totlis

I’m back with Scott Fawcett, founder of the DECADE Course Management System, to get the ins-and-outs of his unique approach to breaking 80 this summer!   This time, we’re really getting into the weeds of course management strategy. Scott highlights the limitations of traditional stat tracking and the benefits of focusing on metrics that truly reflect your game, while examining the relationshi...

In the first of this two-part conversation, I’m sitting down with Scott Fawcett, founder of the DECADE Course Management System, to learn his unique approach to playing golf with intention–beyond the swing.   Listen in as Scott shares how the game's evolution places equal weight on both the mental and the physical, drawing parallels between golf and chess. Whether you're a club-level player o...

Welcome to the Breaking 90 Workshop! This workshop will discuss improving your golf game and achieving the milestones of breaking 90 or 100.    Tori, who vividly remembers her experience of breaking 90 for the first time, will host this workshop alongside Justin, a full-time golf coach. While some may view setting such goals as trivial, the feeling of achieving them can be incredibly sat...

I’m sitting down with Brooke Riley, the assistant coach of the Stanford Women's Golf team, as she shares her experiences in the world of women’s amateur golf. Listen in as Brooke talks about her unexpected start in the world of golf, sparked by a gift from her grandfather, and her transition from pro athlete to collegiate coach. She delves into the Stanford team's meticulous preparation for the NC...

Today I’m sitting down with esteemed golf coach Josh Nichols to talk about the importance of finding balance in the golf world. Josh, with his rich competitive background and notable runner-up finish at the 2017 US Mid-Amateur, opens up about the unexpected turns in tournament play and the psychological preparation needed to handle curveballs. Balancing the demands of family life with his passion...

Kim Eaton and I are sitting down with Shelly Stouffer, the 2022 US Women's Senior Amateur. I barrage Kim and Shelly with a slew of questions on all things golf, including their best tips and strategies to prepare for golf tournaments, drawing on our experiences on tough courses such as Royal and Mylora.     Listen in as we discuss how mindset can determine your spot on the leaderboard, the value o...

I’m sitting down with the co-hosts of the Chasing Scratch podcast, Mike Shade and Eli Strait, to talk about it all from the hurdles of tournament play, to golf fashion faux pas, to finding podcast success. Listen in as Mike and Eli peel back the curtain on the creative process behind their hit show. They reveal how their long-standing friendship has become the bedrock of the podcast, with their da...

Today, Justin Klemballa and I discuss the importance of smart decision-making on the course, showing that: while drills and strategy make a huge difference, a strong mental game often trumps technique in shaving strokes off your score. Ever found yourself floundering in a fairway bunker? Justin spills the secrets to training the often-neglected bunker shot even if you lack access to a venue that a...

Today I’m sitting down with Sierra Sanchez, founder of the Millennielle Golf Club, who shares how she transformed her love for the sport into a thriving community for young women. Listen in as Sierra discusses how a passion project led not only to the empowerment of millennial women golfers all over Phoenix, but also to the rekindling of old friendships and the making of new, lasting ones. Drawing...

Today I’m sitting with two incredible women who have paved the way in the world of golf: Debbie Waitkus, co-founder of Golf it Forward and Golf For Cause, and Jane Spicer of Daphne's Headcovers, discuss their entrepreneurial journeys as well as the magic of Jane’s first Masters experience.   Our guests tell stories that highlight the power of connecting with customers and evolving with market tren...

Kim Eaton and I are sitting down with 2018 USGA Women's MidAm Champion Shannon Johnson. She’s here to talk about her path to her MidAm win and how she’s preparing for the upcoming USGA Four-Ball Championship. Listen in as we exchange playful Masters week predictions and Shannon reflects on those early moments, from her collegiate days to the influence of iconic figures in the sport on her golf jou...

Today I’m sitting down with content creator Jon Sherman as we explore the intersection of golf, social media, and mental resilience.   Listen in as Jon and I discuss the importance of setting boundaries on social platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and how the digital world impacts not just our own lives but those of future generations. We share our thoughts on the Masters tournament, where we wit...

I’m sitting down with Alix and Christie who look back on their very first Masters experience at The Augusta National, covering everything from navigating the event’s strict no-phone policy to its luxurious invite-only dining experience, to their treasure hunt for collectible gnomes at the Pro Shop!   From the get-go, it's clear that the Masters is as much a social event as it is a sporting one.  ...

I’m sitting down with Bo Watson and Shannon Shuskey, whose book  In the Zone Secrets unlocks the profound connection between the mind and athletic performance. Listen in as we explore the mental strategies and techniques that can take your golf game to the next level, even when you’re off the green. From the concept of “caveman golf” to harnessing the power of mental imagery and entering the “zone...

Today I’m sitting down with the trailblazing co-founders of Backswing Golf Events, McKenzie Lyng and Amanda Cencer. Listen in as we unfurl the inspirational story of how a drive to Las Vegas created the spark that led to a thriving business empowering women golfers all over the country. They share the challenges they overcame, both as golfers themselves and as entrepreneurs.   We go behind the sce...

I’m sitting with PGA Tour player and golf coach Charlie Beljan, who shares his inspiring journey to sobriety, as well as his passion for mentorship in the game of golf. Listen in as Charlie recounts his toughest moments of addiction against the backdrop of his golf career, shining light on the transformation that giving up the bottle has brought into every area of his life. He opens up about the t...

Join me as I tour the Titleist Tour Truck at the LPGA Ford Championship! Get an in-depth look at the love and care that goes into preparing new clubs, making adjustments, and securing personalized fittings. We discuss global standards for equipment maintenance, ensuring their elite players are, quite literally, always on the ball come competition time! I also chat with LPGA player Emily Pedersen,...

I had an absolute blast at the LPGA’s 2024 Ford Championship at Seville Golf and Country! There, I had the opportunity to sit down with three amazing women: players Bailey Tardy and Lauren Coughlin share two inspiring stories of resilience, while Tournament Director Emily Podzlinski gives us the lowdown on the ins-and-outs of running a golf championship. Listen in as Bailey and Lauren reflect on t...

Today, I'm sitting down with Dr. Raymond Prior, author of "Golf Beneath the Surface: The New Science of Golf Psychology", with the aim of understanding the mechanics of our mind and how emotions can transform our approach to the game and our performance on the course. Through the breakdown of six myths around performance on the golf course, we deconstruct the common misinterpretations surrounding...

We’re live from week two of the Desert Classic! Alongside Kathy Hart Wood, Justin Klemballa, and Kim Eaton, I discuss five ways to become a better partner in tournament golf. Listen in as we break down the psychological side of the game with the three C's that make up every great golfer, and how you can adapt a mindset out on the course that can help you maximize these three qualities. Kathy talks...

Today I’m sitting down with Australian PGA pro and Vokey Wedges’ Marketing Director "Dr." Corey Gerrard.   Listen up as Corey dishes out his expertise in golf wedges, guiding us through the labyrinth of clubhead, shaft, and grip options, as well as what we need to know about managing wear and tear.   We also break down the art of controlling a golf ball's flight and landing, demystifying key facto...

Today we follow the journey of pro golfer turned holistic nutritionist as Ashley Moss shares her riveting journey from the golf course to the world of wellness and motherhood. Listen in as Ashley shares how embracing golf later in life shaped her path to becoming a Class A LPGA teaching professional and how her personal experiences led to a deep understanding of the vital connection between nutrit...

**LIVE FROM THE DESERT CLASSIC**   Today, Justin Klemballa, Kathy Hart Wood, Kim Eaton and I break down five keys to elevating your tournament game.   Listen in as we talk practical tips to sharpen your competitive edge, from tackling common golf fears, to the nuances of course management, to communicating with your partner, to pacing and adapting to bad shots and other unexpected moments in the m...

Today, Kim Eaton and I are sitting down with Haley Bookholdt to talk about her burgeoning career as a golf influencer and Gen-Z ambassador for the sport. Listen in as Haley talks about creating content for Adidas, her pro-Am experience at Bradenton Country Club, and how she keeps up her golf game alongside consistently producing content for her personal social media and those of the household bran...

Tara Bateman and I sit down with Missy Farr-Kaye, head coach of the ASU Women's golf team and recent inductee into the Arizona Golf Hall of Fame. Listen in as Missy shares her journey in women's golf and discusses the sport's evolution, including advancements in training and equipment. Tara also offers a window into the world of caddying, reflecting on the physical demands of the job, and highligh...