The Back of the Range

Our guest on this episode of The Back of the Range is Krishnav Nikhil Chopraa from Long Beach State Men's Golf. We spoke about his start in the game growing up in India and his collegiate experience thus far in California. Krishnav Nikhil Chopraa - Long Beach State Men's Golf The Back of the Range - All Access Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podcasts and SPOTIFY! Also Subscri...

Our guest on this episode of The Back of the Range is PGA Tour Winner, Billy Hurley III. He is the first member of the military to win on the PGA Tour and he joins the conversation at The Back of the Range to discuss his work with Folds of Honor. Billy Hurley III - Official Website The Back of the Range - All Access Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podcasts and SPOTIFY! Also S...

Our guest on this episode of The Back of the Rangeis Coach Brennan Webb from Tennessee Men's Golf. He provided a preview of the Visit Knoxville Collegiate and the upcoming season for the Vols. University of Tennessee Men's Golf The Back of the Range - All Access Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podcasts and SPOTIFY! Also Subscribe in YouTube ,   Google Play , Overcast , S...

Our guest on this episode of The Back of the Range is John Daly II, a  rising senior and will be looked upon to lead the Arkansas Razorbacks to a post-season run.  This summer featured many highs for John.  3rd place finish at the Northeast Amateur, a match-play run at the U.S. Amateur, and the biggest win of his amateur career....the Southern Amateur title at his home course, The B...

Our guest on this episode of The Back of the Range is Chattanooga Men's Golf Coach, Blaine Woodruff. After three seasons, Coach Woodruff has racked up nine team wins and kicks off the 2025-2206 by inviting a stacked field to The Invitational at The Honors Course. Blaine Woodruff - Chattanooga Men's Golf Coach The Back of the Range - All Access Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple...

Our guest on this episode of The Back of the Range is the new U.S. Women's Amateur Champion, Megha Ganne. It is always a fun conversation when I get a chance to visit with Megha.  It almost always goes in a multitude of directions.  Sometimes it is serious, sometimes it is not.  But in between the laughs and the inside jokes, she was able to share some insight on her career at Stanf...

Our guest on this episode of The Back of the Range is junior phenom, Tyler Watts from Huntsville, Alabama. The winner of the 2023 Jones Cup Junior Invitational has been trending upwards since his runner-up finish in 2024 at the U.S. Junior and this summer captured one of the most prestigious title in amateur golf, the Sunnehanna Amateur title. Tyler Watts - Instagram The Back of the Range - All Ac...

My guest on this episode is Nicole Gal from the Ole Miss Women's Golf Program. Nicole is fresh off a memorable win at the Porter Cup, where she handled a tough field and a tougher golf course with poise and precision. We talked about what makes the Porter Cup such a special event—not just the history and competition, but the people behind the scenes who make it feel like home.  We also dug in...

My guest on this episode is Will King from the University of Kansas Men's Golf Team. Will just picked up a huge win at the Kansas State Amateur, adding his name to a prestigious list of champions and building even more momentum heading into the fall season with the Jayhawks. We talked about life on the KU golf team, what it means to represent that storied program, and the tight-knit culture they’v...

My guest on this episode is Preston Stout from the Oklahoma State Cowboys.  After his team capped their season with a National Champion title at Omni La Costa, Preston dominated the final round at Wannamoisett to become the winner of the 63rd Northeast Amateur. Preston Stout - Oklahoma State Men's Golf The Back of the Range - All Access Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Po...

My guest on this episode is Mason Grower, Tournament Chairman of The Monroe Invitational. The Back of the Range will be at the Monroe Invitational for the first time in 2025.   The  Monroe Invitational - Official Website The Back of the Range - All Access Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podcasts and SPOTIFY! Also Subscribe in YouTube ,   Google Play , Overcast...

My guest on this episode is Marty Shimmel, Tournament Director of The Porter Cup.  The Back of the Range will be at the Porter Cup for the first time in 2025.   The Porter Cup - Official Website The Back of the Range - All Access Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podcasts and SPOTIFY! Also Subscribe in YouTube ,   Google Play , Overcast , Stitcher   Follow o...

My guest on this episode is Mackezie Lee from SMU Women's Golf. Fresh off her win at the historic Women's North & South Amateur at Pinehurst, Mackenzie joins us to break down her week on one of the most iconic stages in the game. We talk about the pressure of match play, the grind of playing No. 2, and how this win fits into her growing resume. Mackenzie Lee - SMU Women's Golf The Back of the...

My guest on this episode is Amy Bond, the head coach of the women's golf team at Florida State University.   Amy Bond - Florida State Women's Golf The Back of the Range - All Access Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podcasts and SPOTIFY! Also Subscribe in YouTube ,   Google Play , Overcast , Stitcher   Follow on Social Media! Email us:   ben@thebackoftherang...

My guest on this episode is Deven Patel from the University of Virginia.  The senior led his team to their first ACC Conference Championship in program history this year and looks to do more damage at NCAAs before moving to the professional ranks. Deven Patel - University of Virginia The Back of the Range - All Access Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podcasts and SPOTIFY!...

My guest on this episode is Brentley Romine from Golf Channel.  We broke down the Men's and Women's Conference Championships and some predicitions for what we might see at the Regional Tournaments before heading to the National Championships at Omni La Costa. Brentley Romine - College Golf Talk The Back of the Range - All Access Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podcasts a...

My guest on this episode is Omar Morales from UCLA Men's Golf. The Bruins captured the Big 10 Conference Championship with Omar leading the way to medalist honors. Fantastic conversation with one of the very best in college golf. Omar Morales - UCLA Men's Golf  The Back of the Range - All Access Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podcasts and SPOTIFY! Also Subscribe in YouT...

My guest on this episode is Derek Radley, head coach of the Oregon Women's Golf Team. We spoke about his team's victory at the Big 10 Championship and their run at a national championship this season at Omni La Costa. Derek Radley - Oregon Women's Golf The Back of the Range - All Access Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podcasts and SPOTIFY! Also Subscribe in YouTube ,   G...

In this episode, we remember one of the true legends of amateur golf, Jay Sigel.  Jay lost his battle with cancer on April 19th, 2025.  This is a re-airing of the episode that he did with me back in 2019.   The Back of the Range - All Access Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podcasts and SPOTIFY! Also Subscribe in YouTube ,   Google Play , Overcast , Stitche...

My guest on this episode is Luke Clanton from Florida State University. Now that he has captured his 20th point in the PGA Tour U Accelerated race, he turns his attention to running it back with the Seminoles and winning a National Championship. Luke Clanton - Florida State University Men's Golf The Back of the Range - All Access Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podcasts and S...

My guest on this episode is Caden Fioroni from UNLV Men's Golf.  After 16 career top-tens, the fifth senior picked up his first win at UNLV's home tournament, the Southern Highlands Collegiate.   Caden Fioroni - UNLV Men's Golf The Back of the Range - All Access Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podcasts and SPOTIFY! Also Subscribe in YouTube ,   Google Play , Ov...

My guest on this episode is Louise Rydqvist from University of South Carolina Women's Golf. She recently captured medalist honors at the Darius Rucker Intercollegiate and will look to lead the Gamecocks through the post-season run to the National Championship. Louise Rydqvist - South Carolina Women's Golf The Back of the Range - All Access Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podc...

My guests on this episode are Evan Emerick and Ryan Abuan from the University of San Diego Men's Golf.  Coach Emerick has led his team to three victories this year and have not finished worst than fourth this season.  Ryan Abuan picked up his first collegiate win at the The Prestige in Palm Springs. Evan Emerick - University of San Diego Men's Golf Coach Ryan Abuan - University of San Di...

My guest on this episode is Lauren Clark from University of Kansas Women's Golf. The Jayhawks are on a tear this season, with five tournament wins. Lauren recently earned earned medalist honors at the Wisconsin Westbrook Invitational,  claiming her second-straight individual title after firing rounds of 67-65-67 (-17) and setting a new Kansas 54-hole individual record. Lauren Clark - Universi...

My guest on this episode is Phichaksn Maichon from Texas A&M University.  Great conversation detailing his journey from Thailand to the United States and the world of college golf.  Phichaksn just picked up his third collegiate win at the SeaBest Invitational and is trending in this year's PGA TOUR U rankings.  Phichaksn Maichon - Texas A&M University The Back of the Range -...