Any Given Monday

Billy Horschel and Ryan French Debate PGA Tour Changes Oct 28, 2024

Ryan French's last article about the PGA Tour titled "In The Hole" rubbed Billy Horschel the wrong way, and led to a Twitter debate. French and Horschel decided to take the exchange off social media and to Any Given Monday for a more productive conversation.

Golf Galaxy Employee Nick Bienz Drinks 3 Beers, Qualifies for Rocket Mortgage, and Jackson Suber Interview Jun 24, 2024

We discuss the best Monday Q story of the year and the epic 8-hole playoff from the Rocket Mortgage four-spotter. Ryan interviews Jackson Suber, who made the cut at the U.S. Open and finished 2nd at last week's Korn Ferry Tour event.

Cut-Making Machine Mark Hubbard on His Game, Streak and Frustrations with the Tour Jun 18, 2024

Mark Hubbard just made his 17th straight cut on the PGA Tour at the U.S. Open. He 17-for-17 this year with a T-4 at a Signature Event -- the only one he's been in the field for. Hubbard discusses his season and his frustrations with the changes to the PGA Tour's structure.

Under the Radar at the U.S. Open and Ryan Gerard Interview Jun 11, 2024

Ryan French and Mark Baldwin discuss dark horse qualifiers with a chance at the U.S. Open, Ryan tells his BMW Pro-Am stories and we're joined by Ryan Gerard, who won the BMW Pro-Am on the Korn Ferry Tour last week.

Road to the U.S. Open: Final Qualifying Preview Jun 03, 2024

We break down each of the 10 sites played on the "longest day in golf" where nearly 700 players will compete for a spot in the U.S. Open at Pinehurst.

U.S. Women's Open: Qualifiers Thriving, Ryan's ADHD and Mel Reid's Many Talents May 31, 2024

Qualifiers are in the hunt at the U.S. Women's Open. We talk about some of the players, the course setup in the first two rounds, and make our picks for the weekend.

Monday Q Review in a Tornado Watch! May 21, 2024

Ryan French makes no excuses and records the Monday Q Review for the KFT's Visit Knoxville Open under threat of tornado! Our special guest is a no show and we look at the first U.S. Open Sectional Qualifiers and talk about an entertaining Twitter bet.

Ryan Caddies for Christina Kim at Mizuho Americas Open Monday Q May 13, 2024

Ryan discusses caddying for Christina Kim at Liberty National GC in the Monday qualifier for the Mizuho Americas Open. He's on site covering the LPGA event this week.

Myrtle Beach Classic with Tour Winners Tim Widing and Madison Young May 07, 2024

We discuss the Monday Q for the Myrtle Beach Classic - a new opposite field event on the PGA Tour -- and are joined by Tim Widing, who just won back-to-back weeks on Korn Ferry Tour. This weekend's Epson Tour winner, Madison Young, describes what the milestone means to her.

Monday Q Review: CJ Cup Byron Nelson Open with KK Limbhasut and Stuart Macdonald Apr 30, 2024

Ryan French and Mark Baldwin are joined by the co-medalist of the PGA Tour's CJ Cup Byron Nelson Open Monday Q, KK Limbhasut, to discuss his 9 under and the week ahead. We attempt to breakdown the results of the Monday Q but end up having too much fun. Winner of the Diner's Club Peru Open, Stuart Macdonald, describes the greatest golf week of his life and the emotion of winning with his dad on the bag.

Monday Q Review with Successful Monday Qualifier Matt Atkins Apr 22, 2024

We discuss the earthshattering win streaks of Nelly Korda and Scottie Scheffler and are joined by Matt Atkins who successfully Monday qualified for this week's Korn Ferry Tour event, the Veritex Bank Championship.

Monday Q Review: Ryan's Masters Week and Lecom Suncoast Classic Apr 15, 2024

Ryan gives us Masters reflections from his time on the Augusta ropes and we cover the Korn Ferry Tour and Americas Tour Monday qualifying results.

The Masters with Adam Schenk and Willy Wilcox Apr 08, 2024

Ryan French and Mark Baldwin are joined by Masters rookie, Adam Schenk, and Sungjae Im's caddie, Willy Wilcox.

Monday Q Review: Hardware Store Worker Qualifies for Valero Texas Open! Apr 02, 2024

Alex Welch works five days a week at his family's hardware store and Monday qualified into the PGA Tour's Valero Texas Open. Ryan French and Mark Baldwin tell Welch's story, discuss the qualifier, and are joined by Champions Tour and social media standout, Greg Chalmers. Mark discusses spending part of his Easter weekend with Phil Mickelson.

Monday Q Review: Houston Open, Ford Championship, Galleri Classic, Totalplay Championship Mar 27, 2024

Ryan French and Mark Baldwin are joined by Callum McNeill who just Monday qualified into the Houston Open. They share stories and results from this week's qualifiers from around the world of golf.

Evan Harmeling's Wild Monday Q Journey Mar 19, 2024

After 12 years as a pro, Evan Harmeling successfully Monday qualified for his first PGA Tour event at the Puerto Rico Open and finished in the top 10. The end of the tournament was wild and both Harmeling and his caddie join Ryan French to give a play-by-play of the events that earned Harmeling a spot in the following PGA Tour event, the Valspar Championship.

The Ecstatic Family of a Successful Monday Qualifier Mar 18, 2024

Kevin Aylwin successfully Monday qualified for the Valspar Championship after 12 years as a pro. Ryan French spoke with Kevin's wife, Chelsea, and mom, Lisa, about what it means in this bonus episode of AGM.

Jessica Hadwin Makes Her Podcast Debut Mar 05, 2024

Any Given Monday was honored to give the mic to Jessica Hadwin, social media sensation, Mom, all-around interesting personality and importantly, Adam's Boss. She talks about her Twitter account, life of Tour, being a newsmaker, Adam's game, the family's foundation, and "The Tackle."

Chase Johnson Is Making the Most of his PGA Tour Starts Feb 29, 2024

Chase Johnson received the Sifford exemption into the Genesis Invitational at Riviera and got to spend time with Tiger Wood en route to making the cut. This week, he'll tee it up in the Cognizant Classic in the Palm Beaches (formerly Honda Classic) and try to build on his momentum. Johnson discusses his first few years on tour, running out of money, playing cash games for more money than he had in his savings account, and the vital charges in his game that have led to this point.

Jimmy "Hard K" Knous Goes Out In Style Feb 13, 2024

Jim Knous ended his 12 year professional golf career with a made cut at the Waste Management Open and a flurry of birdies on the back 9. With a start date for a new job on the horizon, Hard K birdied the final two holes of his professional golf career going out in unforgettable fashion. He reflects on a week that couldn't have been scripted any better.

Jordan Weber is the World's Best Virtual Golfer Feb 11, 2024

Jordan Weber is the leading money winner on the NEXT Golf Tour, an international professional tour played on simulators, but his story is so much better than that. From battling the yips and quitting pro golf to finding his way back in the simulators, Weber has a great story.

Twins Win: Jeremy and Yannik Paul Feb 01, 2024

Before Yannik Paul was a DPWT winner, and his brother, Jeremy, was a Korn Ferry Tour winner, the identical twins were living and practicing together while chasing mini tours. Now, they are closer than ever to fulfilling their dream of competing together on the PGA Tour.

Hayden Springer is the Story of the Year Dec 22, 2023

Hayden and Emma Springer lost their three-year-old daughter, Sage, to Trisomy18 last month before Springer’s inspired performance at Q-school. It is by far the most poignant and remarkable golf story of the year. Hayden and Emma join the pod to share what they're feeling (note: the second half of the interview is with both Hayden and Emma and is available to subscribers of mondayq.com only. Please become a subscriber for access).

Michael Kim: PGA Tour Winner, Social Media Star Dec 18, 2023

Michael Kim has found his lane on Twitter and fans absolutely love it. Kim talks about his social media aims and finding his way "out of the dark cave." He also talks about the state of the professional game and what the shifting landscape looks like from his perspective.

PGA Tour Cards Up For Grabs at Q-school's Final Stage Dec 12, 2023

Dylan Meyer, Wes Homan and Callum McNeill discuss their preparation for the all-important final stage of Q-school with 5 PGA Tour cards up for grabs.

Suspended Golfer Jake Staiano Tells His Gambling Story Oct 30, 2023

Professional golfer Jake Staiano was suspended for three months for violating the PGA Tour's "Integrity Program," rules that prohibit members from gambling on golf competition. The Tour provided no context around Staiano's suspension, so Staiano joined Any Given Monday to share those important details.

The Penalty Between Shad Tuten and a PGA Tour Card Oct 18, 2023

When Shad Tuten finished the final hole of the Korn Ferry Tour Championship, he'd done enough to earn his PGA Tour card. Moments later, everything changed when a penalty cost him his dream.

Sanderson Farms Championship Monday Q Review Oct 03, 2023

Ryan French and Mark Baldwin speak with two of the successful Monday qualifiers for this week's Sanderson Farms Championship, Zack Fischer and Brett White. We breakdown the Monday Q results and Fischer and White talk about their hopes for this week's PGA Tour start.

Alexa Pano Discusses LPGA Win, Patriots Sponsorship and Being a MQI Fan Sep 18, 2023

At a recent LPGA event, Alexa Pano told host Ryan French she was a fan of Any Given Monday. So, naturally, we invited her on the show. As one of the stars of the Netflix show, "The Short Game," Pano has been in the spotlight for a long time. She discusses winning on her 19th birthday, the challenges of the playing on the LPGA Tour, and her dream sponsorship with the New England Patriots.

Financial Costs with a KFT Pro, an Asian Tour Pro and an Epson Tour Pro Sep 04, 2023

Three players with status on different tours discuss the specific costs of playing pro golf and how they budget throughout a season.

Brad Adamonis: Legendary Grinder and Monday Q Record Holder Aug 22, 2023

Brad Adamonis reveals the secret to winning a tournament as the 30th alternate, why it's better not to know you have a putt to win a PGA Tour event, and how many Monday Qualifiers he has played in his extensive career.

Was Barstool's KFT coverage a success? Riggs joins to discuss Aug 02, 2023

The Korn Ferry Tour's NV5 Invitational at The Glen Club in Glenview, Ill., delivered an exciting finish last week. The reason fans were able to watch it is because Barstool Sports broadcast it on Barstool TV. Ryan French is joined by Barstool personality Sam "Riggs" Bozoian to unpack the a week that pushed the envelope.

Monday Q Review - The Open Championship, The 'Cuda and a Price Cutter Playoff Jul 20, 2023

Ryan French and Mark Baldwin share stories from The Barracuda Championship Monday qualifier. Ryan reveals his Open Championship qualifier dark horse picks and shares his love for 11-for-2 playoffs.

Caddying for Christina Kim at the LPGA's Dana Open Jul 12, 2023

Any Given Monday's usual host, Ryan French, is in the hot seat talking about his first three days caddying for three-time LPGA Champion, Christina Kim, at the Dana Open.

John Deere Classic Monday Q Review with Peter Kuest and Reid Martin Jul 03, 2023

The John Deere Classic Monday qualifier was won by Reid Martin, who shot 10 under par to win by 3. Martin is a former PGA Tour caddie who hasn't played a Monday qualifier in eight years. Martin joins the livestream to chat about what this means to his journey. Peter Kuest finished t-4 last week at the Rocket Mortgage Classic and is on the verge of earning special temporary membership on the PGA Tour. Kuest joins us to discuss his meteoric rise.

Monday Q Review - Rocket Mortgage Classic Jun 27, 2023

The Monday Q Review of the Rocket Mortgage Classic Monday qualifier. We also review the results of the two Korn Ferry Tour Monday Qs and discuss Ryan's next caddying gigs.

Twins Peaking with Parker Coody Jun 23, 2023

Twin brothers Pierceson and Parker Coody are on the rise in the professional game. Pierceson is a two-time winner on the Korn Ferry Tour and his brother hopes to soon join him as a champion. Parker posted a 64 in the final round of the AT&T Byron Nelson earlier this season, flew to Kansas City that night for a Korn Ferry Tour Monday qualfier, and made it through. He topped his performance at the Byron Nelson with a T-4 finish on KFT, solidifying his place on that tour for the remainder of the season. Coody discusses his rise, his focus, his brother and his future.

U.S. Open Cut Day with Nick Hardy and Willy Wilcox Jun 17, 2023

Mark Baldwin and Ryan French discuss the U.S. Open and are joined by Nick Hardy, who enters the weekend in the top 20. Willy Wilcox is caddying for amateur star, Ben Carr, and drops in to share his experience. The duo made the cut on the number and will play the weekend.

Nuclear Golf with Air Force Veteran, Tom Whitney May 30, 2023

Tom Whitney is an Air Force veteran, a nuclear missile operator and in the top 20 on the Korn Ferry Tour points list. On Memorial Day, AGM discusses his past service, his golf career and the loss of his brother, another military vet.

Storytime with Butch Harmon, Michael Bamberger and Sam Reeves May 15, 2023

Michael Bamberger guest hosts this amazing conversation with Butch Harmon and two subjects from his book, The Ball in the Air, Sam Reeves and Ryan French. This incredible conversation is full of stories, philosophy and laughs. Ryan French was lucky enough to sit in on the entire thing.

The Amazing Pratima Sherpa May 08, 2023

Pratima Sherpa found golf living in a maintenance shed in Nepal with her family. Her first golf club was a tree branch fashioned into the shape of a club. She fell in love with the game and it changed her life. Sherpa has been the subject of the ESPN 30-for-30, "A Mountain to Climb," and is now one of the main subject's of Michael Bamberger's new book, The Ball in the Air. She discusses her journey and her role in the book.

The Journeyman, Scott Gutschewski May 04, 2023

At 46 years old, Scott Gutschewski lost his PGA Tour card last season and was sent back to the Korn Ferry Tour. A week and a half ago, and 15 years after his last win, Gutschewski shot 21-under-par and won the LECOM Suncoast Classic in a playoff, greatly increasing his chances of earning his way back. He spoke with Any Given Monday about his win, his life and his future.

Nick Hardy and Davis Riley on Winning the Zurich Classic May 01, 2023

Nick Hardy had missed 5 consecutive cuts when he joined Ryan French and Any Given Monday after the Bay Hill Invitational. Despite the poor results, Hardy said he was close; if could just gain some momentum, he could turn his season around. In New Orleans - the place of jazz, creole, and rhythm - Hardy found that momentum with Davis Riley as his partner. The duo teamed up and won the Zurich Classic. The team joins AGM to reflect on winning on the PGA Tour.

Spencer "The GOAT" Levin Apr 25, 2023

Two weeks ago, Spencer Levin didn’t really have a job. The man with 341 combined starts between the PGA and Korn Ferry Tours, and 147 made cuts on the PGA Tour, didn’t have a regular place to compete. That is, until he arrived in Dallas for the Veritex Bank Championship qualifier. Levin discusses his "magical week," the struggles of the past few years, and his new outlook on professional golf.

Running It Back at Zurich with Justin Lower and Dylan Wu Apr 18, 2023

After last season's top-10 finish at the Zurich Classic, Justin Lower and Dylan Wu are running it back. The duo discuss alternate shot and best ball strategy for the week, and how their team came together (hint: wives).

Luke Kwon: Near Death, New Life Apr 11, 2023

Former Oklahoma Sooner, Luke Kwon, has been around the world chasing professional golf and door-to-door selling sponsorships. Now focused on creating video content with Good Good Golf, Kwon discusses how he nearly died from a head injury five months ago, and how he's since rediscovered his love for the game.

The Hustler, Peter Lansburgh Apr 04, 2023

Peter Lansburgh became known as "The Hustler" when Monday Q Info shared his story with golf fans. Lansburgh discusses his debut on the PGA Tour at the Valero Texas Open, and what the craziness of the last week has been like.

The Ball in the Air with Michael Bamberger Mar 27, 2023

In this special episode we discuss the new book, The Ball in the Air: A Golfing Adventure, with author Michael Bamberger. Pro Golfer Mark Baldwin moderates a discussion between one of the book's main subjects, Ryan French, and Michael Bamberger.

Hardball with Nick Hardy Mar 20, 2023

Nick Hardy is a rising star on the PGA Tour but has recently battled some of the worst results of his professional career. Hardy discusses elevated events, an "unfortunate" situation at Bay Hill with Kamaiu Johnson, and his plan to bounce back from poor play.

Ryan Gerard Conquers The Honda Mar 01, 2023

Korn Ferry Tour rookie, Ryan Gerard, successfully Monday qualified for the Honda Classic and spent much of the tournament in contention. He finished solo 4th on Sunday earning a massive paycheck, temporary special member points, and a spot in the Puerto Rico Open. Gerard talks about the pressure, the performance and what it means to his career.

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Austen Truslow is Back at the Sony Open! Jan 11, 2023

The hits kept coming for Austen Truslow. After contending in multiple Korn Ferry Tour events, he has battled through a series of unfortunate events that left him sidelined for 21 months. In his first competitive round back, he successfully Monday Qualified for the Sony Open this week. Ryan speaks to Austen as Austen prepares for the first round in Oahu, Hawaii.

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Best of The Grind 2022 Dec 29, 2022

Ryan French revisits some of his favorite interviews from 2022. This year end episode features clips from the most insightful and entertaining interviews of The Grind. A 16-for-1 playoff, Patrick "Mr. Monday Q" Flavin, golf's most entertaining personalities, the golf scandal of the year, and more. Happy New Year!

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Breaking Through with Brady Calkins and Alistair Docherty Nov 15, 2022

Alistair Docherty and Brady Calkins were triumphant at final stage of Korn Ferry Tour Q school, earning guaranteed starts for next season. The two discuss Q school, reflect on the journey, share stories of celebration, and look forward to the first events of the new year.

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The Long Game with Brandon Matthews Nov 02, 2022

Brandon Mathews is one of the longest players in professional golf. He and wife Danielle discuss Brandon's first year on the PGA Tour, hitting bombs and honeymooning at the Sanderson Farms Championship.

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Inside the Mind: Reflections of a U.S. Women's AM Champ Oct 26, 2022

The pressures of stardom, self-care and empowerment: Jensen Castle joins The Grind for a candid conversation about the transformative year after her 2021 U.S. Women’s Amateur victory. She explains why her story is more than the No. 63 seed and other revelations that followed the hardest week of her career.

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FULL SEND with Robert Garrigus Oct 19, 2022

PGA Tour member Robert Garrigus is known for his unfiltered, blunt honesty. In this episode he calls players out, talks LIV and PGA Tour leadership, tells wild stories, and discusses the future of the professional game.

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The Pursuit of Happiness with Mark Baldwin Oct 16, 2022

Professional golfer Mark Baldwin recently traveled to first stage of DP World Tour Q-School in Denmark. He wrote about the sights, recorded the sounds and compiled the experience into this special pod. Enjoy a trip to one of the world's happiest countries.

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Tom Kim Versus the Universe Oct 10, 2022

In this very special Grind crossover event, Alan Shipnuck is joined by Ryan French and Michael Bamberger to discuss Kim’s emergence as a budding superstar, as well as Eugenio Lopez-Chicarra’s win at LIV and what that means for the competition for young talent. Ryan brings to life his scoop on how the MENA Tour stiffed its players and what that means for LIV. They also riff on everyone from Frank Lickliter to Peter Thomson and its a delightfully discursive conversation.

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A Road Trip to Fight Substance Abuse Oct 06, 2022

Guest host, Jordan Perez, invites Jeff Johnston, father and founder of Living Undeterred, a nonprofit dedicated to combatting two crises: substance abuse and mental health. Johnston lost his son Seth and wife Prudence to substance abuse and is devoted to destigmatizing and uplifting those surrounding these issues.

This summer, Jeff embarked on a 95-day roadtrip with his sons Ian and Roman. Ian, a college golfer at South Dakota, sells streetwear and donates a part of his profits to the nonprofit. Jeff shares more about his why and shares tales from the road.

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Matt Moroz Tells His Q-School DQ Story Aug 29, 2022

Ryan French speaks with Matt Moroz, a professional golfer disqualified from Q-School after a series of strange and unlikely events.

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A Q-School DQ for the Ages Aug 28, 2022

The Pre-Qualifying Stage at Korn Ferry Tour Q-School is usually uneventful. The name of the game is to survive the preliminary stage and advance. In one particular group however, the final day became something wild and contentious and ultimately led to one player's disqualification. In this episode, host Ryan French listens to two different sides of the crazy story from a player in the group, and the caddie of the disqualified player.

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From the U.S. Amateur - Derek Hitchner Aug 20, 2022

Guest host, Jordan Perez, got a chance to catch up with semifinalist Derek Hitchner, a fifth-year at Pepperdine whose successes in golf have been a bit of an uphill battle. Growing up in Minnesota, Derek spent a lot of his junior career overlooked but landed an offer from Pepperdine. Initially, Derek didn’t receive a ton of playing opportunities – including having been left out of the National Championship team lineup in 2021, but ever since his game has only blossomed. We talk overcoming that, his week at the U.S. Amateur, and his mastery at not just match play, but Catan. Yes, the board game Catan.

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Parker McLachlin, The Short Game Chef Aug 14, 2022

Parker McLachlin has been everywhere in the game, from mini tours to the PGA Tour winner's circle. He's an inventor, a businessman and now known as The Short Game Chef. Parker discusses his career, winning on Tour, the swing yips, and his new project building wedges with Titleist.

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"Dear Bubba" with Chris Naegel Aug 11, 2022

Chris Naegel, who had Monday qualified four times in the last five weeks, missed by one at the Wyndham Monday Q. That is when his week got interesting. His wait to see if he if he was in the KFT finals has been a roller coaster. Listen what it’s been like to be in, out, in, out and possibly back in again.

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The Alpena City Open Aug 09, 2022

Host Ryan French recounts an eventful return to his hometown city championship with friend and Tour player, Mark Baldwin, caddying.

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Live from Barracuda Round 2: Mark Baldwin Makes the Cut! Jul 15, 2022

Ryan French and Mark Baldwin give their instant reactions to making the cut at the 2022 Barracuda Championship.

Mark's round started fast with a chip in eagle on hole 2. The guys also discuss the decision to go for the green on the par-4, 16th hole while on the cut line.

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Live from Barracuda Round 1: Mark Baldwin & Kevin Prise Jul 14, 2022

On this episode of the Grind, we talk with Mark Baldwin about the struggles during the first round of the Barracuda. We are also joined by the long-time social media director of the Korn Ferry Tour, Kevin Prise.

Mark discusses his round and whether it's more frustrating not to play well or to be playing well and not get anything out of it. And his plan going into tomorrow well off the cut line. We also talk about a couple of important moments in the round.

Kevin, a golf nerd like me, talks about his love for opposite-field events. He also talks about the worst hotel he has ever stayed.

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Live from Barracuda: Justin Lower & Hagan Parkman Jul 13, 2022

The Live podcast that wasn’t live. We planned to have a live video podcast, but it didn’t work, so we did the next best thing.

Justin Lower is one of my favorite people in golf. He was eating lunch in player dining when Mark asked if he would join us for a podcast. He, of course, did and, as always, had such great answers.

Last week at the Barbasol Championship, he was four off the cut line with just five holes to go. All he did was birdie four of the last five to make the cut on the number. He followed that up with a pair of 66s and the best finish of his PGA Tour career. He discussed with us what that finish could mean to his career. He also dropped some huge personal news.

We were also joined by Army veteran Hagan Parkman, who works on the social media team on the Korn Ferry Tour. She tells about her unusual path to loving the game of golf.

Please give it a listen!

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Live from Barracuda: Chris Hoff Jul 11, 2022

We have all sat down and watched a Tour event. Most of us never think for a second about the logistics and planning that go into it. The entire year was spent planning for four days. On this week's episode of "The Grind," we talk with Chris Hoff, the Tournament Director of the Barracuda Championship.

Hoff covered many topics, including, what defines a successful event, how a course is chosen, and what a perfect Sunday looks like. We also discussed how the Barracuda markets itself with the challenges of being an opposite-field event.

It all looks so simple on TV, but it's a culmination of a year of work—the inside info on the life of a tournament director.

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Introducing the Elite Amateur Golf Series Jul 08, 2022

Seven of the most prestigious men's amateur golf events have united to form the Elite Amateur Golf Series, a summer-long race to USGA and pro exemptions for its top five finishers. Jordan Perez chats with co-founder Andy Priest of the Southern Golf Association to learn more about the formation, how the series works, if LIV Golf exemptions could be in its future, and more.

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Patrick Flavin Changes His Career at the John Deere Classic Jul 03, 2022

Patrick Flavin made the most of his sponsor exemption into the John Deere Classic finishing tied for 10th and locking up a spot in the Korn Ferry Tour Finals series. Not long ago, he had missed advancing through second stage of Q-School and was staring down a season on the Latin America Tour. Patrick discusses a magical Sunday playing with Zach Johnson and an incredible back nine run that secured him the best finish of his career.

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Robert Garrigus Fell on the LIV Sword Jun 29, 2022

Longtime PGA Tour member Robert Garrigus was the first reported player to ask for a waiver from the PGA Tour to play in a LIV event. Much has changed since. Professional golf has been deeply shaken and Garrigus discusses all of it openly and unfiltered.

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Hayden Springer is Back! Jun 17, 2022

We check in with Hayden Springer who joined The Grind from a PGA Tour Latinoamerica event in Colombia. He discusses travel, his solid recent play and his daughter's health condition.

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Hayden Buckley is T-3 at the US Open! Jun 17, 2022

Hayden Buckley is T-3 and one stroke behind the leaders heading into the weekend at the 122nd US Open at The Country Club. Last year, after his unlikely win on the Korn Ferry Tour, Hayden spoke with Ryan French. Given his incredible rise and relevance in the moment, Ryan revists that interview with Hayden, providing context for how he made it to the top of the US Open leaderboard.

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Rose Zhang from the Curtis Cup Jun 10, 2022

Jordan Perez caught up with the top-ranked amateur ahead of the 42nd Curtis Cup at Merion Golf Club. Rose opens up about her incredible freshman year and the attention that has come with it.

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Part II: Dustin Manning Discusses Distressed Big Money Classic May 31, 2022

In part two, Dustin Manning attempts to explain how the financial health of the Big Money Classic fell apart. Dustin agreed to speak to host Ryan French, in an unedited interview, about the distressed history of the operation and how it all went wrong.

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The NCAA's Mental Health Crisis and College Golf May 31, 2022

The NCAA's burgeoning mental health crisis is a cause for concern in every sport, but what does it mean for college golf? Fire Pit Collective's Jordan Perez sat down with Mike Clark, a sport psychologist at the University of Arizona, to explore the question.

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Part I: Dustin Manning Discusses Distressed Big Money Classic May 27, 2022

Dustin Manning founded and operated the Big Money Classic, a mini tour event that promised a big return to tournament contenders, but didn't deliver. Dustin agreed to speak to host Ryan French, in an unedited interview, about the distressed history of the operation and how it all went wrong. Part 1 of 2.

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Rob Labritz Is Walking on a Dream May 17, 2022

Rob Labritz was a lifelong club professional who had the dream of winning a PGA Tour card. After a career of giving lessons and running his club's golf operations, he achieved what he had long visualized at Champions Tour Q-School and won. Rob reflects on his journey in this uplifting pod.

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Storytime With Daniela Iacobelli May 07, 2022

Daniela Iacobelli is the all-time leading money winner on the Epson Tour. She is a 3 time winner who has played multiple seasons on the LPGA Tour. More importantly, she is one of the most fun and entertaining personalities in the game. She shares hilarious stories from the road and discusses her strong recent play.

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JJ Killeen: Golf's Most Entertaining Personality May 01, 2022

JJ Killeen is many things: former PGA Tour player, club pro, podcast host, social media star, beer aficionado and now, course developer. JJ discusses his role in developing Red Feather Golf Course in Lubbock, Texas, his upcoming start in the Byron Nelson Classic, and rates an assortment of beers sent by host Ryan French.

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Ben Griffin: From Loan Officer to Tour Player Apr 24, 2022

One year ago, Ben Griffin was a mortgage loan officer. Now, he is on the verge of earning a PGA Tour card. Ryan French talks to Ben about an amazing year.

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Sponsorship Company Carry and Matt Picanso Apr 17, 2022

Golf Sponsorship company, Carry, is attempting to democratize golf sponsorship for aspiring Tour professionals. Carry CEO, Donnie Dotson and professional golfer Matt Picanso join the pod to discuss how the company works.

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Willy Wilcox Apr 11, 2022

Willy Wilcox has struggled with a drug addiction for 20 years. He tried what his friends called “birdie pills” for the first time when he was 15. Since then he has used most hard-core drugs that you can think of, has overdosed multiple times, and somehow for a couple years was one of the best ball strikers in the entire world. Willy takes us through his battle with addiction while being a member of the PGA Tour. As he fights to stay clean, he shares his story as a message to others who might be struggling.

If you are anyone you know are struggling please visit:

https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline

https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/

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Patrick and Mark Flavin Apr 01, 2022

After losing his Korn Ferry Tour status and missing at 2nd Stage of Q-School, Patrick Flavin Monday qualified for the PGA Tour's Butterfield Bermuda Championship. With Patrick's Dad Mark on the bag, the duo were in contention on Sunday, leading to nearly enough non-member points to change the course of Patrick's career. Patrick and Mark join The Grind to discuss recent success and the highs and lows of the chase.

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Christian Bartolacci Mar 14, 2022

West Florida Golf Tour President and Tournament Director Christian Bartolacci discusses the state of developmental tour golf and how to improve the system.

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Craig Perks Mar 07, 2022

2002 PLAYERS Champion and current Golf Channel commentator, Craig Perks, reflects on his win 20 years ago and the ups and downs of his career.

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Chat with the South Florida PGA Feb 28, 2022

Ryan sits down with Brett Graff and Geoff Lofstead of the South Florida PGA section, to discuss the recent 16 for 1 playoff at the Honda Monday Q and all the considerations of operating a PGA Tour qualifier.

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WE MADE THE CUT AT PEBBLE BEACH Feb 06, 2022

Ryan French and Mark Baldwin recap what it was like to shoot a third round 66 and make the cut at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am.

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