The Back of the Range

Nick Dunlap goes back-to-back and captures the North and South Amateur.  Before speaking with Nick, I was able to catch up with Matt Nunez, Pinehurst Tournament Director on what goes into hosting a championship at Pinehurst.  Special week in North Carolina.....Nick shares what led to his amazing victory and his drive to capture the Elite Amateur Cup this summer.  Nick Dunlap - Insta...

My guest on this episode is the 2023 Northeast Amateur Champion, Nick Dunlap.  We spoke about his come-from-behind win last week at Wannamoisett and what lies ahead as he chases the Elite Amateur Cup and potentially a spot on the United States Walker Cup team. Nick Dunlap - Instagram Northeast Amateur - Official Website Elite Amateur Golf Series - Official Website The Story Within - The 2022...

My guest on this episode is the 2023 Sunnehanna Amateur Champion, Jackson Van Paris.  We spoke about his massive win last week, his two years playing at Vanderbilt, and what lies ahead for the rest of the summer!   Jackson Van Paris - Vanderbilt Men's Golf Jackson Van Paris - Instagram Sunnehanna Amateur - Official Website Elite Amateur Golf Series - Official Website The Story Within - T...

My guest on this episode is Andy Priest from the Elite Amateur Golf Series.  In this episode, we spoke about the new partnership between the Elite Amateur Golf Series and The Back of the Range and what you can expect from an exciting summer of amateur golf! Elite Amateur Golf Series - Official Website The Story Within - The 2022 U.S. Amateur Documentary - Available Now on YouTube! The Back of...

My guest on this episode is Ryan Potter from Wake Forest University.  He just got back from Scottsdale, AZ after helping lead the Lady Deacons to their first National Championship in program history.  We spoke about his start in coaching and what led to the team's success this year.  Fantastic conversation with one of the best coaches in the country! Ryan Potter - Wake Forest Women'...

My guest on this episode is Carson Bacha from Auburn University.  We spoke about Carson's win last year at the 2022 Dogwood Invitational and what sparked his massive improvement that allowed him to capture three wins last summer and the individual title at the Tiger Invitational.   Carson Bacha - Auburn Men's Golf The Dogwood Invitational - Official Website The Story Within - The 2022 U....

My guest on this episode is Pierceson Coody.  Last year, he finished in the top spot in the PGA Tour U rankings while leading his Texas Longhorns to the National Championship.  After two wins on the Korn Ferry Tour this year, he's had quite the ride and stopped by The Back of the Range to share some of his experiences as a professional. Pierceson Coody - Instagram The Story Within - The...

My guests on this episode are Ryan Frazer from Agora Golf and Golfweek's Cameron Jourdan and Lance Ringler.   We break down some of the teams and individuals that performed the best during the regular season, the coaches that will look to lead their teams to the national championship, and perhaps some insight on who might be left standing at the very end.   Golfweek's Cameron Jourdan - T...

My guest on this episode is Vanderbilt senior, Reid Davenport.  We spoke about the culture within the Vanderbilt team, which has been carefully crafted by the players that have come before him....and by head coach Scott Limbaugh and Assistant Coach Gator Todd. We talked about this start in the game, how to make clutch putts, his brother's favorite player, and the key to being a good golf pare...

My guest on this episode is Johnny Keefer from Baylor Men's Golf.  Johnny and I had a good chat, long overdue really considering  all that he has accomplished in his collegiate career.  Feels like he has been the leader of the Baylor Bears team forever.  We spoke about his start in the game, and what led him to Baylor, and what it is like to play for legendary coach, Mike McGra...

My guest this week is Nathan Weant, the assistant coach for the men's golf team at Texas Tech University. He's got the Texas drawl, the handlebar mustache, and more than a few funny one-liners....you'll love this episode of one man's journey in college golf. Nathan Weant - Texas Tech Men's Golf The Story Within - The 2022 U.S. Amateur Documentary - Available Now on YouTube! The Back of the Range C...

My guest on this episode is Fred Biondi from The University of Florida.  We spoke about his start in the game in Brazil and what led to his success in collegiate golf in Gainesville.  We spoke about what it would take for the Gators to capture the SEC title at Sea Island this year and what it would take to defeat Vanderbilt. Fred Biondi - University of Florida Men's Golf Fred Biondi - In...

My guest on this episode is Ross Steelman from Georgia Tech University.   Ross is heading into the postseason with the Yellow Jackets looking to capture an ACC championship this weekend at the Country Club of North Carolina.  Steelman is a Columbia, MO native and arrived at Georgia Tech after a successful run at Mizzou.  We spoke shortly after the Linger Longer Invitational last mon...

Before Masters Week got underway, I stopped by Gordon's rental house in Augusta to chat about the tournament, the expectations, and what lies ahead for the #1 ranked amateur in the world. The Story Within - The 2022 U.S. Amateur Documentary - Available Now on Youtube! The Back of the Range Collection at Imperial Sports COUPON CODE: BOTR15 for 15% your entire purchase! Subscribe to The Back of the...

Before the week started, I caught up with Ben Carr and Sam Bennett to talk about the start of their special Masters experience! The Story Within - The 2022 U.S. Amateur Documentary - Available Now on Youtube! The Back of the Range Collection at Imperial Sports COUPON CODE: BOTR15 for 15% your entire purchase! Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podcasts and SPOTIFY! Also Subscrib...

It's Masters Week and we are kicking things off with a very special episode with the 1987 Masters Champion, Larry Mize! The Story Within - The 2022 U.S. Amateur Documentary - Available Now on Youtube! The Back of the Range Collection at Imperial Sports COUPON CODE: BOTR15 for 15% your entire purchase! Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podcasts and SPOTIFY! Also Subscribe in You...

My guest on this episode is the 2022 Augusta National Women's Amateur Champion, Anna Davis.  Fantastic conversation with one of the bright young stars in the amateur game! The Story Within - The 2022 U.S. Amateur Documentary - Available Now on Youtube! The Back of the Range Collection at Imperial Sports COUPON CODE: BOTR15 for 15% your entire purchase! Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subsc...

My guest on this episode is Jason Payne from Mercer University.   Coach Payne  has his hands in everything, but what's really great....as you'll figure out relatively quickly, is that he likes to have fun.  He has had coaching stints at Georgia, Charleston Southern, and is back at Mercer helps lead the program to a conference championship. Jason Payne - Mercer University Any Given T...

My guest on this episode is Tommy Kuhl from the University of Illinois.  One of the hottest players in college golf is a product of the blue-collar culture in Champaign, Illinois.  We spoke about his collegiate career and his love of amateur golf.  Also, we found out which one of his teammates can do the most amount of damage at a Las Vegas buffet. Tommy Kuhl - University of Illinoi...

My guest on this episode is junior phenom, Amari Avery from the USC Women's Golf Team.  After an impressive junior golf career, she decided to postpone her professional aspirations and hasn't looked back since entering the collegiate ranks.   Amari Avery - USC Women's Golf Amari Avery - Instagram The Back of the Range Collection at Imperial Sports COUPON CODE: BOTR15 for 15% your en...

My guest on this episode is Billy Mayfair.  Yes, he is a five-time winner on the PGA Tour and the only man to defeat Tiger Woods in a playoff.  But he also had an impressive amateur career as well!  1986 U.S. Amateur Public Links Champion.  1987 U.S. Amateur Champion.  Undefeated record in the Walker Cup.   We covered MANY topics on this episode with the former All-Am...

My guest on this episode is Chris Solomon from No Laying Up.  Great conversation about the state of professional golf as well as his own game as he prepares to compete in the Gasparilla Invitational later this month.    No Laying Up - Official Website The Back of the Range Collection at Imperial Sports COUPON CODE: BOTR15 for 15% your entire purchase! Subscribe to The Back of the Ra...

My guest on this episode is Alexa Pano.   She was featured in the 2013 Netflix documentary "The Short Game" along with Amari Avery and Sky Sudberry as they competed in the 2012 U.S. Kids Golf World Championship.  Yes,  that was over 10 years ago.  That's how long the junior and amateur golf landscape has been aware of Alexa Pano.  What has she done since then?  She's...

My guest on this episode is one of the nicest mid-amateurs that you'll ever come across.  After playing collegiate golf at East Tennessee State and Eastern Michigan, he transitioned into the mid-amateur life where he has found success in the Texas Golf Association.  After picking up a win at the 2011 Canadian Mid-Amateur Championship, he made his lone appearance in a PGA Tour event at th...

My guest on this episode is Derek Hitchner from Pepperdine University.  The All-American had a sensational 2022 that included deep runs into the Western and U.S. Amateur Championships.  Derek will be looking to continue form as he chases a spot on the 2023 U.S. Walker Cup team. Derek Hitchner - Pepperdine Men's Golf  The Back of the Range Collection at Imperial Sports COUPON CODE: B...