The DROP Podcast

📍 We are LIVE at The Dome in Adventures Crossing! 🏌️‍♂️ 🌟 Experience the Toptracer Indoor Range at The Dome, the premier entertainment destination in Jackson, NJ. Enjoy climate-controlled hitting bays for year-round comfort, complete with HDTVs in every bay and throughout our sports bar and restaurant. A must visit location! 🎯 Ryan 'n Mike also make their picks for next week's 123rd NJSGA Amate...

Today's guest is the winner of the 2024 NJSGA Mid-Am, Austin Deveroux ⛳️🏆 While Austin has been a topic of conversation as Mike's Four-Ball partner, this is officially his second time on the podcast. We discuss the Four-Ball which Mike and Austin didn't play well in, to making some changes in his golf game, which ultimately turned into winning a State Major! Tune in now to hear the story of his...

🎙️Episode 90 is packed with #GolfingInTheGardenState excitement! The boys chat about Mike's visit to Galloping Hill Golf Course, Golfweek's Top 15 Public Golf Courses in New Jersey, Jack Wall's Top 20 finish at the Northeast Amateur Invitational, and our 2nd Edition DROP Pod Polos flying off the racks. Another jam-packed, fun-filled episode you won't want to miss! Tune in to our 90th show now! ⛳️...

Today's guest is a true legend in the New Jersey golf scene! ⛳️🏆 We had the pleasure of sitting down in-person with the one, the only - Jason Lamp. As the Director of Golf/General Manager at Galloway National Golf Club and a former NJSGA State Open Champion, Jason has endless stories to share. This was one of our most enjoyable and effortless interviews to date. Tune in now! 🎧 #GolfingInTheGard...

Did Rory choke, or did Bryson's incredible shot clinch the tournament? The guys dive deep into the details of the US Open's conclusion at Pinehurst. A big congratulations to Max Greyserman for finishing T21! The boys also promote the 2nd Edition of The DROP Pod Polos and share their experiences at Galloway National, along with a variety of other interesting topics. Tune in now! #GolfingInTheGarden...

Big-time guest on a big time podcast, playing in a MAJOR event! Today's guest is 3x USGA Mid-Am Champion & 2023 Crump Cup Champion held at Pine Valley - Stewart Hagestad. In this must-listen episode, Stew recaps his 2023 season, including his 3rd victory in the USGA Mid-Am at Sleepy Hollow, shares his insights on the 2024 Masters Tournament and talks about this week's United States Open at Pinehur...

Episode 88 has it all! 🎉 The 2nd Edition DROP Pod Polos are LIVE, we celebrate Austin Devereux's victory at the 41st NJSGA Mid-Amateur Championship at Union League National, Ryan shares an amazing story from The Rose, and we preview the US Open at Pinehurst No. 2. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show. #GolfingInTheGardenState #golfcourse #Golftips #golfaddict #golfersdoingthings #Golfer #golfers #...

Dottie Pepper drops by for our annual chat and we're bouncing around the golf world with her. We're discussing the one year anniversary of the June 6th agreement and it's impact on the world of golf. We get behind the scenes perspective of what was happening that infamous Friday morning at the PGA Championship with Scottie's arrest and all the speculation around the incident. Continuing with the P...

Episode 87 is dominated by the L's!! We start by talking about the Pro Tours, our NJ guys on the PGA Tour and the LPGA. Talking US Women's Open, Shop Rite Cup at Seaview's Bay Course, and Lexi Thompson's impending retirement. The boys go into talking about the Longest Day in Golf, 36 hole qualifying for the final spots to next weeks US Open. We finish with Mike discussing his recent round at LBI N...

The second Major of the year is upon us! Today we are previewing The 41st NJSGA Mid Amateur Championship which is being held at Union League National. On the site of the old Sand Barrens down in the heart of South Jersey, at Exit 13, sits a true gem of NJ Golf. Union League National is a 27 hole facility where the 9's are named after Civil War Generals (Meade, Grant and Sherman). Ryan and Mike dis...

Episode 86 is starting with some sad news in the golf world. We send our heartfelt condolences to the family of Grayson Murray. The tragedy that has struck his family and the entire golf community has them in our thoughts and prayers. 🕊️ The boys also dive into some exciting updates: the upcoming release of the 2nd Edition of The DROP Pod Polos 👕, the Tunnel to Towers Outing 🏌️‍♂️, the Charles Sc...

We are putting a bow on the NJ Four Ball! This week we have Chester Patterson and Erik Stevens, winners of the NJ Four Ball at Hollywood Golf Club. The took down a loaded field which included our own Mike Puorro and his partner Austin Devereux. Erik and Chester also defeated some other huge names in NJ Golf and former guest of show Pat Wilson and Michael Brown. A great conversation with these guys...

What a weekend for The DROP Podcast! Mike had the amazing opportunity to play with Josh Chomik from The Garden State Podcast at the newly opened Old Bridge Golf Club - The Rose 🌹. Tune in as the boys also dive into Scottie Scheffler's shocking arrest, the PGA Championship highlights, Nelly Korda’s win while #GolfingInTheGardenState, and the upcoming release of our 2nd edition DROP Podcast Polos!...

What an incredible individual and story we have for you today! Our guest is none other than Bryan DeMarco, the 2021 PGA National Deacon Palmer Award Winner and Head Golf Professional at Pine Barrens Golf Club. Bryan’s journey of overcoming cancer not once, not twice, but three times is truly remarkable. The insights, stories, and background he shares are simply awe-inspiring. This is an episode yo...

What an exciting week it's been for Golfers in the Garden State! We saw a surge of #JerseyJuice as Chris Gotterup secured his inaugural PGA Tour victory in Myrtle Beach, while Ryan McCormick achieved his highest finished of the season, T4. Also, with his victory, Chris secured a spot in this week’s PGA Championship at Valhalla. In addition, The DROP provides their expert picks for the 2nd Major of...

Breaking news! 🎙️ Dan Hicks, the esteemed voice of NBC Golf, is back on the podcast! Join us as Dan gives us a glimpse into who will be with him in the 18th Hole Tower, speaks about the upcoming US Open at Pinehurst No. 2, dives into Tiger Woods' golf game, and outlines his upcoming schedule, with the Paris Olympics this summer. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from an absolute gem of a person!...

The DROP Podcast had quite the week! 👀 We headed up to Jersey City, hitting up Skyway GC, the only public course in the county, then got a special treat from former guest Dan Schleichert at Liberty National Golf Club before it closed down for Michelle Wie-West’s event, Mizuho Americas Open. ⛳️ Props to our NJ pros who made the cut at the PPC down in Texas & also Chris Gotterup & Ryan McCormick f...

Major Season is upon us! Today, we dive into the captivating world of Hollywood Golf Club. Nestled in Monmouth County, this top-ranked golf course boasts a storied history, originally designed by Walter Travis in 1917 and meticulously restored to its former glory by Tom Doak in 2014.   Join us as Bryan Dougherty, Director of Instruction at Hollywood GC, guides us through all 18 holes, offering a s...

Check out our latest episode, Episode 81, we're rolling with 81 straight episodes! A new fresh authentic episode every Wednesday! Our guest today is CEO and Exec. Director of the MGA, Brian Mahoney. Brian joins us to talk about his journey in golf, this years events and so much more!! The MGA is one of the oldest golf associations in America and Brian is the head of them, this is a BIG fish!!! Rya...

Check out our latest episode, Episode 80, celebrating an impressive streak of 80 consecutive Wednesdays delivering new, fresh episodes! Our guest today is Dr. Mike Pomykala owner of SportSolutionsPT. Join us as Dr. Mike delves into Ryan's 18-week journey through the TPI Training process, explaining what TPI Training entails and how it can enhance flexibility, mobility, and, of course, your golf sw...

Episode 79 heads south of New Jersey to chat with PGA Director Of Golf Operations at True Blue Golf Club and Caledonia Golf and Fish Club, Bart Romano. Bart discusses his operation overseeing two big-time golf courses in the Myrtle Beach area. The fellas also discuss Augusta National and The Masters while making their picks. The boys also share exciting new news about The Golfer Gang Network and t...

🎙️ Brace yourselves for an EPIC podcast episode! ⛳ We've got none other than the incredible Shane Bacon joining us - podcaster, commentator, author, and a REAL 🏌️‍♂️ on the golf course! A true jack of all trades! Plus, we're crowning the champion 🏆 of 2024 The Fairway Faceoff - Ballyowen Golf Club. Huge shout-out to Max Greyserman for his stellar performance at the Texas Children's Houston Open...

🎙️ Exciting Episode Alert! 🎉 Today's guest on The DROP Podcast is none other than Kevin Purcell, the Executive Director of the NJSGA. Kevin shares an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at how the NJSGA operates, their vision, and discuss their 2024 Championship Schedule. 🏆 Plus, we explore the anticipation of their upcoming 125th Anniversary next year! 🎉 Don't miss out as we also dive into the in...

⛳ When diving into #GolfingInTheGardenState, who better to appear on our podcast than Chris Hunt, the Executive Director of the New Jersey Golf Foundation. 🏌️‍♂️ Chris shares captivating insights on the NJGF's three pillars: Youth, Military, and Special Needs, while celebrating their remarkable 20th Year Anniversary! 🎉 Plus, tune in as we recap the Elite Eight and discuss the Final Four of The F...

🌟 Episode 75 is coming in HOT 🔥, featuring the DOG of Alpine CC and Co-Host of ESPN Radio's "On the Tee" airing on Sunday mornings, John Mascari! John is an incredible personality, and fantastic Director of Golf at a club that holds some big names! Listen in as we dive into John's journey and much more! 👉 Ryan and Mike jump into the results from round 2 of The Fairway Faceoff: The March to Golf...