The 19th Hole Golf Show

On this episode, Ryan Ballengee is joined by Golf Channel anchor and legend Rich Lerner to talk about his new memoir, which has more than a hundred stories from his time in the sport as a broadcaster and player. They talk about some of the bigger issues in the game and some of the great people in the sport. You can buy or download the book here: https://amzn.to/3R2sE7m

On this episode of The 19th Hole Golf Show, Beltway Golfer's Alex Dickson joins Ryan Ballengee to talk about his lawsuit against the Trump administration in an effort to stop an attempted takeover at East Potomac Golf Course in Washington, D.C. He talks about the National Links Trust and why they lost their lease, gives his reaction to the released Tom Fazio plan for the Blue Course at East Potoma...

On this episode, Ryan gets into a recap of his second season coaching high-school golf at his alma mater, Mount St. Joseph in Baltimore. It's not only a lookback on the season but also a little background into what brought him back into the MSJ community in the first place. Also, it's a bit of a PSA to encourage people to share their time, talent and joy with others. I'm going to take The 19th Hol...

On this episode, Ryan Ballengee is joined by GolfN CEO Jared Phillips to talk about our new partnership, what it's like to break into the golf world as an outsider, trying to make golf your career and creating an app with a unique set of features (while still using and paying for his competitor's apps). Subscribe to Golf News Net for the latest golf news and rumors, with analysis of all of the big...

In this episode, I look back on my experience at the SoFi Center for the first leg of the TGL Finals on Monday, pitting Tiger Woods' Jupiter Links against eventual champions Los Angeles Golf Club. What's it like in SoFi Center? What stands out? What can't you see on TV (it's a lot!)? I talk about my full experience and a trip that involved battling the flu, dreading TSA lines and more. Thanks to H...

On this episode, Ryan Ballengee looks at the uncertain future for Washington DC public golf after the Trump administration terminated a 50-year lease between the National Links Trust and the National Park Service. What happened? Why did it happen? Is there any plan for how these facilities will be managed in the future? Will Trump seek to hire the Trump Organization's golf operations to run the co...

Peter Jacobsen joins Ryan Ballengee from Florida at the site of the Skechers World Champions Cup. Jake, who is the tournament chairman and co-creator of the event, talks about the unique three-team format, some of the stars to watch for this weekend and how he sees the event unfolding.

Adam Schenk won on the PGA Tour for the first time in 243 starts, and he did it putting one-handed at the Butterfield Bermuda Championship. He joins Ryan Ballengee and Brendan Sweeney to talk about the win, what it means, how he decided to putt one-handed, how the very windy conditions helped him and how winning compares to getting to the Tour Championship.

On this episode, Ryan Ballengee talks about the season-ending Korn Ferry Tour Championship and the two seasons of The Road to French Lick that he did with French Lick Resort's Brendan Sweeney. Ryan gets into the pride of making the show and being connected to so many people in Southern Indiana who worked really hard to present this event to showcase their part of the world, the Pete Dye Course and...

On this episode, Ryan Ballengee welcomes Country Club of North Carolina Director of Golf Jeff Dotson to talk about their annual matches against Scotland's Royal Dornoch. Learn the history of the matches -- starting with the name of CCNC's property and a connection to Donald Ross -- and the evolution of what has become a special week for players and professionals from both clubs.

On this episode, Ryan Ballengee is joined by the No. 2-ranked long driver in the world, Jack Smith, as he prepares for the World Long Drive world championship in Colorado. We talk about his history in the sport, his preparation for the event and getting a little nerdy on the science and biomechanics of long drive (as Jack is a pre-med). FOLLOW ME Golf News Net: https://thegolfnewsnet.com X: https:...

On this episode, Ryan Ballengee is joined by 5-time long-drive world champion Phillis Meti as she prepares for the World Long Drive world championship in Colorado. We talk about her history in the sport, her favorite world title and her biggest challengers. FOLLOW ME Golf News Net: https://thegolfnewsnet.com X: https://twitter.com/ryanballengee Facebook: https://facebook.com/ryanballengeegolf Inst...

On this week's show, Ryan Ballengee talks to golf-course architect Gil Hanse about his restoration of Baltusrol Golf Club's Upper Course (after doing the Lower Course previously), including a precursor discussion with Baltusrol's team of club historians that unearthed tons of fascinating, crucial information to inform the 1930s focal point for the work. FOLLOW ME Golf News Net: https://thegolfnews...

On this episode of the show, golf course architect Tripp Davis joins to catch up on his latest project, The Rose in Athens, Georgia. We talk about the site, the challenges it presents, considerations architects make in the way of water, soil, grasses and more. It's just a blast picking Tripp's brain. FOLLOW ME Golf News Net: https://thegolfnewsnet.com X: https://twitter.com/ryanballengee Facebook:...

On this episode, Ryan talks to author Michael Arkush, whose new book attempts to rank the 100 best golfers of all-time using a metric system he created. Ryan and Michael get into the system, how it was constructed, who was surprising, and how he determined the No. 1 player. Subscribe to Golf News Net for the latest golf news and rumors, with analysis of all of the biggest stories from the PGA Tour...

For the latest episode of The Road to French Lick, Ryan Ballengee and Brendan Sweeney talk to Astara Chile Classic winner Logan McAllister. McAllister, who won in his 60th start and on conditional membership, talks about what the win means for his year, his goals and his career. He also talks about the importance of playing Monday qualifiers to his success. Subscribe to Golf News Net for the lates...

On this segment for the Golf News Net original show, The Road to French Lick, Ryan Ballengee and Brendan Sweeney are joined by PGA Tour pro Adam Schenk. Adam talks about his season so far, being close to his best golf and his journey to the PGA Tour through the Korn Ferry Tour. Subscribe to Golf News Net for the latest golf news and rumors, with analysis of all of the biggest stories from the PGA...

Kieron van Wyk joins the show to talk about his tremendous 2025 so far, including becoming the first amateur to win on the APGA Tour and finishing in the top 10 at the PGA Tour's Puerto Rico Open. Van Wyk talks about what's to come and having higher expectations. Subscribe to Golf News Net for the latest golf news and rumors, with analysis of all of the biggest stories from the PGA Tour, LIV Golf,...

On this episode of The 19th Hole Golf Show, Ely Callaway's son, Nicholas, joined the show to talk about the release of his father's memoir (in written and AI-voiced audiobook form), which he helped edit and get over the finish line. Nicholas shares the stunning secret Ely revealed in his letters and boxes after his passing, as well as the business lessons and ethics that drove the Callaway Golf fo...

Korn Ferry Tour winner Kyle Westmoreland joined Ryan Ballengee and Brendan Sweeney for The Road to French Lick show, talking about his Colombia win, what it means, celebrating and still being hungry, as much more. Winter golf is here, so get warmer and look good with Swannies! Pick up awesome hoodies, pullovers and quarter-zips at https://swannies.co . Use promo code golfnewsnet25 to save 25% on y...

On this episode of the program, live from the 2025 PGA Merchandise Show, Ryan speaks with Invited CEO David Pillsbury about the state of the golf business, welcoming new golfers on their unique journey and fostering a community culture in both public and private facilities. Winter golf is here, so get warmer and look good with Swannies! Pick up awesome hoodies, pullovers and quarter-zips at https:...

On this episode, Ryan Ballengee is joined by Kevin Cook, whose new book, "The Tiger Slam," looks back on the incredible 2000-2001 run by Tiger Woods in the majors. The pair look back on the run from 25 years ago, what it meant then, now and why it might be the greatest sporting achievement of all time. Winter golf is here, so get warmer and look good with Swannies! Pick up awesome hoodies, pullove...

On this episode of The 19th Hole Golf Show, Ryan Ballengee is joined by Mike Hicks, long-time caddie to Payne Stewart. Looking back 25 years after Stewart's tragic death, Hicks talks about his time with Payne, their wins, their relationship and some of his favorite stories.

On this episode, Ryan tells about the new GNN TV, a 24/7 golf TV channel just launched. Then he explains how the GNN website was compromised by an Asian syndicate, Google and other factors. Needless to say, it's been an interesting 2024.

On this week's show, Ryan hears the story of the Soleta Golf Club near Sarasota, Fla., from managing partner David Turner and elite instructor David Leadbetter, who is an owner in the project and helped tap Nick Price to develop the club. The story of how it all comes together is a fascinating look into how a golf property goes from conception to reality.