The Amateur Golf Podcast by AmateurGolf.com

Billy Davis joins the podcast to discuss the first days on campus at Auburn, the facilities, playing team golf, and Billy's recent trip to Japan.  They also talk about the games he plays on the course to create stress and pressure.  He shares his journey of Monday qualifying for a PGA Tour event and the nerves he felt during the round. Billy reflects on the lessons he learned from playing on...

Sean and Justin discuss the recent news and events in amateur golf. They talk about the US team winning the Palmer Cup on foreign soil, Luke Clanton's impressive performance in the John Deere Classic, and the decision he faces about turning pro or staying in college.  They also hit on the Magnolia, US National Team debut scrimmage, North & South Junior, and  the Elite Amateur Cup rankings...

Sean and Justin discuss this week's events in amateur golf, including the European Amateur Championship, the Women's Amateur Championship, and the North & South Championships.  They also highlight the upcoming tournaments, such as the Magnolia, the North and South Junior, the Mexican National Amateur Championship, and the Palmer Cup. They also touch on the topic of amateurs playing i...

In this episode of the Amateur Golf Podcast, Sean and Justin discuss the Northeast Amateur at Wannamoisett CC in Rhode Island and the Amateur Championship at Ballyliffin in Northern Ireland. They highlight the winners, Anthony Delisanti and Jacob Skov Olesen, and discuss their impressive performances. They also mention other notable players in the tournaments and discuss upcoming events such as th...

Sean and Justin discuss the US Open and amateur golfers' performances in the tournament. They highlight the impressive performances of amateur golfers Neal Shipley and Luke Clanton. The conversation then shifts to other amateur golf events happening around the country, including the Sunnehanna and the men's and women's Southwestern Amateur.  They also mention upcoming events like th...

Sean and Justin examine some interesting amateur storylines at the U.S. Open and then discuss some other amateur results from the week, including the Dogwood, St. Andrews Links, and Jackson Koivun at the Memorial.  They also discuss the new Global Amateur Pathway to the DP World Tour, which was announced this week, and review the amateur golf schedule for the week. Amateur Golf Links: AmateurGolf....

Jon Kerr, co-founder of the World Golf Competition, discusses the creation of a global amateur golf tournament that aims to provide a unique and luxurious experience for participants. The tournament allows players of all abilities to compete on some of the world's most prestigious courses, with the opportunity to progress through multiple rounds and ultimately reach the world final. The long-...

Scott Tomasello, tournament director of the Myrtle Beach World Amateur, joins the podcast to discuss the event and the golf scene in Myrtle Beach. Scott shares his journey into organizing golf tournaments and talks about the growth and evolution of the Myrtle Beach World Amateur over the years. He highlights the event's inclusivity, with players of all skill levels and ages participating. Sco...

Rachel Kuehn discusses her experiences in the Curtis Cup, winning a national title, and personal growth as a golfer. She shares her pinch-me moments and the unique dynamics of playing in the Curtis Cup on home soil and away matches.  Rachel also talks about the importance of team bonding and the motivation to defend their national title. She reflects on her own growth as a golfer and offers advice...

Joe Hodge, the Director of Golf at Palma Ceia Country Club, discusses his background and history at Palma Ceia, including winning club championships and playing in the US Open in 1978.  He talks about the appeal of the Gasparilla tournament and the unique aspects of the event, such as the open qualifier and member involvement. Joe also shares insights into the challenges and scoring trends of the...

In this episode, Sean and Jordan discuss recent news in amateur golf, including Nick Dunlap and Caleb Surratt turning pro. They analyze Dunlap's decision and his impressive amateur career. They also discuss Surratt's move to LIV Golf and the valuation of amateur golfers.  Then they review recent amateur golf events, including the Latin American Amateur Championship and some college resul...

Scott Langley, Senior Director of Player Relations at the USGA, discusses his golf experience, journey to the PGA Tour, and his current role at the USGA. He shares insights into course setup for the US Open and the importance of player feedback. Scott also highlights the US National Development Program and the efforts to unify and improve junior golf in the United States. The conversation covers v...

David McLay-Kidd discusses his experience returning to golf courses he has previously designed, the process of refining and improving courses, and the importance of balancing challenge and playability.  He also talks about the design considerations for different handicaps and the role of roll and drama in golf. David shares insights into his current project, Loraloma in Austin, Texas, and the chal...

Jordan Perez joins Sean as they recap the year in amateur golf. They each brought five stories from the year and discussed their impact. Amateur Golf Links: AmateurGolf.com Subscribe Instagram Twitter Facebook YouTube

Erick Morales is one of the founders and organizers of the Devil's Elbow Invitational, a new Mid-Am event in the Dominican Republic that grants the winner an exemption to the Corales Punta Cana PGA Tour event. Morales is a decorated amateur himself, having finished second in the inaugural Mexico Mid-Am last year, and he recently played in the US Mid-Am at Sleepy Hollow.  In addition, he has p...

Jordan Perez joins Sean Melia to talk through her reporting on the Spikemark and Golfstat issues that are plaguing college golf right now. The two also touch on the Walker Cup, Rose Zhang's Solheim Cup performance, and dive into the college season. They go through the eight teams that made it to match play on the men's and women's sides in 2023 try to figure out who won't make...

Stephen Behr arrived at Pine Valley in 2022 for his first Crump Cup and left on Sunday as the champion. The former Clemson standout has had an impressive amateur career. He made the decision after college to pursue a career and remain an amateur. It wasn’t an easy choice, as his father is a club professional.  During this podcast, Behr talks about life as an amatuer golfer and how he’s building a...

Jordon Perez joins Sean Melia to talk about the Walker Cup. First, they catch up on some lingering thoughts from the U.S. Amateur on both the women's and men's side. Then they go through some storylines from this week's Walker Cup,  team selections, alternate shot pairings they'd like to see, and what improvements they would make to the Walker Cup. Amateur Golf Links: AmateurGo...

Stewart Hagestad is one of the most decorated amateurs of this generation. He's competed in dozens of USGA events and has won 2 U.S. Mid-Amateur championships (2016 and 2021). He's also competed in six professional majors. His best finish was a T36 in the 2017 Masters, where he earned low amateur honors. The 32-year-old from Newport Beach, California will compete in his fourth straight W...

Caleb VanArragon has had quite a summer in Minnesota. The fifth-year senior at Valparaiso won the Minnesota State Open by 9 shots and backed that up with a 12-shot victory in the Minnesota State Open. Those two performances gained him some attention, and he received a last-minute invite to the 3M Open. During his interview with Justin Golba, VanArragon talks about what helped him get on such a hea...

Sean Melia is joined by new writer and editor on the site, Justin Golba, to talk through some storylines of the US Amateur Championship which kicks off on Monday, August 14. Who will earn Walker Cup spots? How has the Elite Amateur Series impacted the summer season? Can an international win at Cherry Hills? Then Justin has Gordon Sargent on to talk about his summer, competing at the US Open, what...

Henry Shimp played his college golf at Stanford where he won the 2019 national championship. His life is a bit different after graduating in 2022. He’s in the real world, working, traveling, and battling injuries, but he still plays golf at a high level. He qualified for his sixth US Amateur championship this summer. We talk about a bunch of topics: his qualifying mindset, the long two days (and 3...

Mike McCoy’s resume would take too long to read through in its entirety. The Iowa Golf Hall of Famer has played in more than 60 USGA events. In his 38th USGA appearance, McCoy won the 2013 US Mid-Am, which opened a plethora of doors for the already decorated golfer. He played in The Masters and was also named to the 2015 Walker Cup team. McCoy’s excellence across many decades earned him the honor...

Golf Digest's Kent Paisley joins  Sean and Jordan to discuss the landscape of women's golf heading into the U.S. Women's Open at Pebble Beach. They talk Rose Zhang, primetime golf, the amateurs in the field, and what challenges female golfers face as they leave amateur golf for the professional ranks. Amateur Golf Links: AmateurGolf.com Subscribe Instagram Twitter Facebook YouTube

After a heartbreaking result at Springfield's Final Qualifying site, Maxwell Moldovan got the phone call he hoped for and learned he had a spot in the 2023 U.S. Open field. Moldovan woke up bright and early to talk with Sean (who was on the road recording from his car) about his week and what he learned in last year's US Open and how he plans to do things in his preparation this year at...