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I've known Bill Healey for many years, and if he recommends a product or service to me, I take note. A few weeks ago he mentioned he was working with Bob Silzer and Vantage Tag Systems. I was eager to learn more, and found a wealth of information on their website. We take GPS for granted, but I wanted to pick Bob's brain about his time in the industry. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play p...

When I lived in Naples, I got the chance to network with Robert Bettinardi. Over the years he has built a household name in Bettinardi Golf, and is producing some of the finest putters on the market. To learn more about this illustrious brand, I invited his son Sam to come on the show.  On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast you will learn more about their putters, their fitting proce...

On this special edition of show I am joined by Mike Hendrix, Vice President, GolfNow Business Services. Mike first appeared on this podcast on March 27, 2019. Today he is back with some exciting breaking news to share with us. I am honored to have Mike with us to discuss Clubhouse Solutions, a business unit at NBC Sports dedicated to member retention and acquisition for private golf and country cl...

We love to travel, and when we do, I always like to play golf. I've had the chance to play courses like Royal Portrush in Northern Ireland, the Old Course at St Andrews in Scotland and The Mid Ocean Club in Bermuda. But booking a golf trip takes more than just showing up. You need to know what airline to fly, where to stay, where to play and where to wine and dine. That's where Forecaddie comes in...

A few weeks ago I found L.A.B. Golf on Twitter. I didn't know much about them, but after visiting their website and reading more on these putters, I just had to have them on the show! I reached out and connected with Sam Hahn. After this episode, I think Sam and I became best friends!  On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast you will learn more about where L.A.B. Golf started, their ne...

Le Ann Finger is the Senior Director of Tournaments and Championships at the Arizona Golf Association. She is also a PGA Master Professional and is the president of Women in the Golf Industry. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast you will learn more about the AGA, the benefits offered to members, her journey to becoming a PGA Master Professional, her thoughts on Topgolf and her rela...

Needless to say, Ryan Dailey is focused on growing the game of golf. On January 9, 2015, I interviewed Ryan and his business partner Matt Reagan on my YouTube show the Friday Foursome. At the time, they were promoting iGrow Golf. Ryan is still focused on growing the game and is putting all of his heart and soul into Operation 36 Golf. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast Ryan talks...

Sean Fairholm writes for Global Golf Post, a publication delivering golf news, information and insightful commentary to serious golfers worldwide. There are a lot of golf publications out there, but Global Golf Post is one of the best and is one of my favorite places to digest content.  On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast you will learn more about Sean's content, his travel schedul...

The Spirit International features the world's best amateur men and women golfers as they represent their respective country in team and individual competitions. Led by Patricia Meunier-Lebouc, Team France won the event in 2019. Patricia is more than a coach… She is a former LPGA Tour and Ladies European Tour player, a major champion and coaches with Martin Hall at Ibis Golf & Country Club.  On thi...

Ralph Dunning started Dunning Golf in Hawaii and has turned this apparel company into a household name. They are a small company but have PGA TOUR players like Jason Dufner and Kevin Kisner wearing the product. Remember when Mike Weir won The Masters? He was wearing Dunning! The company also has a great relationship with Troon and Tiburón Golf Club at The Ritz-Carlton Golf Resort, Naples, a place...

There are a lot of great golf movies out there, but what caddies? These men and women work hard and we know very little about them. Until now. "Loopers: The Caddie's Long Walk," presented by Gravitas Ventures, narrated by Bill Murray, explores the bond between golfer and caddie, one of the world's oldest professions. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast you will learn more about the...

Nathan Crace, ASGCA, is a golf course architect, an author and avid Twitter user. He hosts a podcast called The Lipouts Podcast. Oh, I almost forgot… He's a Hoosier. Needless to say, we had a lot of things to talk about.  On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast you will learn more about life as a golf course architect, what the ASGCA is all about, Nathan's connection to the Bing Crosby...

Matthew Lombardo is a Titleist Product Specialist for Northern California. He is also an avid golfer, amateur photographer and all around nice guy! Titleist is one of the most popular brands in golf, and I typically play the Pro V1X. Once upon a time I hit the 975J driver… Still have that club in my garage!  On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast you will learn more about this illustr...

Bobby Trunzo works for Golf Genius Software. Golf Genius powers tournament management at thousands of private clubs, public courses, resorts, and golf associations all over the world. Bobby has worked at some of the most prestigious courses in the country and brings that experience to his role at Golf Genius. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast you will learn more about the softwar...

If you follow Kraken Golf on Facebook, Twitter or Instagram, you know they are creating some custom products including putters, ball markers and divot repair tools. The brand is edgy and the more I learned about this company, the more I fell in love.  On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast, you will learn more about Marc Cordeira, the hard work that goes into creating custom products...

I've not been to Bandon Dunes yet, so I'm not sure what the experience is like, but several of my friends have, and it sounds like a special place. Based on what I'm seeing online, you can expect ocean views, blustery conditions, and an unforgettable golf experience. You can also expect to play golf with a caddie, which is something I enjoy. Caddies at Bandon aren't required, but the first time yo...

Rob Thomas, no, not that Rob Thomas, and I have been connected online for years. I've always enjoyed his content and recently he started working for Club + Resort Business. Their content is, as you can imagine, focused on the club and resort business. Now they have a podcast that I can't stop listening to. Did I mention that Rob is also a golf blogger? Needless to say, we had a lot of things to ta...

I've been listening to Private Club Radio for years. The podcast is focused on the private club industry and host Gabe Aluisy does a great job interviewing the best of the best. Considering I work, and want to spend the majority of my career in this world, this content is always relevant. When we lived in Naples, Florida, finally got the chance to meet Gabe and we became quick friends. Gabe also o...

Leighton Walker, along with Eddie Bullock, hosts Golf Club Talk UK a podcast focused on all things golf in the United Kingdom. They feature a wide range of guests and the conversation is always relevant. Originally from Australia, Leighton has honed his craft working in the golf business and has a passion for wine. Leighton also knows Gabe Aluisy, host of Private Club Radio. On this episode of The...

Justin Baer works for MemberText, a text message marketing solution for the private club industry. The data that Justin has on open rates for text messages is impressive. It doesn't matter what you are trying to communicate… An upcoming event, a frost delay… Imagine the power going out at your club. A text message is an easy way to communicate that message. On this episode of The Wednesday Match P...

Stephen Proctor is a historian and author of "Monarch of the Green: Young Tom Morris Pioneer of Modern Golf." He is also very well spoken and true steward of the game. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast, you will learn more about his book, the research that went into making this publication possible, more about his time spent in the Home of Golf, and several stories about the rese...

Derek Deminsky is on a mission to help his students play better golf. Based in Tucson, Arizona, Derek is the Director of Instruction at the Forty Niner Country Club. In his free time he plays competitive golf and runs Golf Better Tucson, a program offering hundreds of videos, tips for all areas of your game, articles and more. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast you will learn more...

The golf ball market is a competitive place. Some golfers play Titleist while others prefer TaylorMade or Callaway. After having Dean Snell on the show, I've been playing the Snell Golf ball. Don't forget about VICE Golf balls and Mizuno has a new ball out, too. You can't forget about the guys over at OnCore Golf.    On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast you will meet Steve Coulton,...

On the last episode of this show we talked about coffee and on this episode, beef jerky. Stay with me here… Jeff King is a Tour caddie and over the years has been making beef jerky to keep his players full while on the golf course. Word got around and he started selling the stuff. Now you'll find it in the hands of LPGA and PGA TOUR players week after week. On this episode of The Wednesday Match P...

I'm not sure I'd make it through the day without coffee. Needless to say, when I first heard about Tour Player Coffee, I just had to learn more. There is more to this coffee than golf, and on this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast, Brent Dietzman will tell you more about the stuff, why he and his brother started a coffee company, and what their plans are for growth. They've only been aro...