Five Clubs

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3.2.26 | 5 Clubs with Jimmy Dunne & Robert Damron | Echavarria Wins, Lowry Collapse, & Previews for the Seminole Pro-Member + Arnold Palmer Invitational Mar 02, 2026

Show notes

Gary Williams delivers a full Monday recap on 5 Clubs following a dramatic finish at the Cognizant Classic while turning attention toward Bay Hill and the Arnold Palmer Invitational.

Nico Echavarria captured his third PGA TOUR victory after Shane Lowry’s late collapse at PGA National, and Gary breaks down the pivotal moments that decided the tournament while examining what the finish reveals about pressure, execution, and closing on TOUR.

President of Seminole Golf Club Jimmy Dunne joins the show to preview the historic Seminole Pro-Member, offering insight into the tradition, legacy, and enduring appeal of one of golf’s most revered clubs. PGA TOUR Live analyst and 2001 Byron Nelson champion Robert Damron also weighs in on Lowry’s late-round struggles, the mental side of finishing tournaments, and what players must do to contend at Bay Hill as the TOUR prepares for the Arnold Palmer Invitational.

The episode also highlights Hannah Green’s victory at the HSBC Women’s World Championship, Casey Jarvis’ breakthrough win and major championship opportunities, expected course conditions at Bay Hill, and recent USGA honors including recognition for Tiger Woods.

5 Clubs airs on Golf Channel and SiriusXM PGA TOUR Radio (Channel 92).

2.25.26 | Matt Every & Smylie Kaufman | Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches Preview Feb 25, 2026

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On this Wednesday show, Gary dives into the big conversation around the Cognizant Classic and why the field has shifted over the years, plus what PGA National needs to keep its edge and identity as the Florida swing begins.

Gary also unveils the first 2026 edition of “Club 5,” our weekly heat check on the players trending right now, featuring names like Scottie Scheffler, Rory McIlroy, and Chris Gotterup.

Then it’s two great conversations. 2-Time PGA TOUR winner and Golf Analyst, Matt Every, joins with thoughts on what makes Florida golf different, how players adjust to Bermuda, and what this stretch of the schedule demands. PGA TOUR Winner, Golf Analyst, and host of ‘The Smylie Show’, Smylie Kaufman joins to talkabout Ludvig Åberg and Jordan Spieth returning to form, a look ahead to THE PLAYERS Championship, what that week truly feels like for players, and what’s missed most about the tournament’s former May setup.

We wrap with Dogs of the Week and our picks for the Cognizant Classic. 5 Clubs airs on Golf Channel and SiriusXM PGA TOUR Radio (Channel 92).

0:00 Opening Thoughts

2:45 Opinion on Cognizant Classic

9:50 Club 5 Power Rankings

13:56 Matt Every

28:00 Smylie Kauffman

42:55 Dogs and Picks of the Week

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2.24.26 | Ron Green Jr. & Andy Johnson | Florida Swing Preview Feb 24, 2026

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On this Tuesday edition of 5 Clubs, Gary Williams turns the page from the West Coast swing and looks ahead to what makes the Florida swing such a different test. More wind, more water, and a style of golf that can punish you fast.

First, Ron Green Jr. from Global Golf Post joins Gary in studio to recap what stood out on the West Coast, what the TOUR’s early-season rhythm could look like going forward, and why Rory McIlroy feels like he’s playing a smarter, more complete brand of golf right now. They also talk Scottie Scheffler, including the slow starts that have shown up lately and why it’s something to watch without turning it into a panic button.

Then Andy Johnson from Fried Egg Golf stops by to keep the Rory conversation going, explain what makes Florida golf so brutal even when the wind “doesn’t look that bad,” and share what he finds most redeeming about this stretch on the schedule. Andy also gives his top three courses in Florida and makes the case for a public spot that’s worth the trip even if you’re not a die-hard golf nut.

5 Clubs airs on Golf Channel and SiriusXM PGA TOUR Radio (Channel 92).

0:00 TGL Recap

5:11 Florida Swing Preview

12:36 Ron Green Jr

29:45 Andy Johnson

44:00 West Coast Swing Recap

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2.23.26 | Billy Horschel + Michael Bamberger | Billy Horschel on TGL, His Injury Comeback, and the PGA TOUR’s Future & Recap of The Genesis Invitational Feb 23, 2026

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On this Monday edition of 5 Clubs, Gary Williams recaps a packed sports weekend before turning the page to golf, including a full look back at The Genesis Invitational and what it told us about where the game is headed.

Gary starts with the moment that stole the weekend outside of golf, then rolls into the winners around the world and the headline story from Riviera. Jacob Bridgeman breaks through for his first PGA TOUR win, and Gary explains why his performance was so rare in the ShotLink era and why closing with a lead can be its own kind of pressure. From there, Gary digs into Scottie Scheffler’s fight after an ugly start, the efficiency that makes him so dangerous even when he doesn’t have his best stuff, and how Rory McIlroy’s shot-making is starting to look like the kind of artistry that travels to Augusta and Shinnecock.

Then, Billy Horschel joins the show ahead of TGL action with Atlanta Drive. Billy gives a real update on where his body is after surgery, what it’s been like building endurance again, and why he feels he’s trending in the right direction. He also talks about why the indoor, prime-time environment fits him, how the nerves in TGL compare to TOUR pressure, and what it means to be an entertainer while still showing real skill. Billy also gets into the urgency of the next couple of weeks, his mindset chasing opportunities like The Players and the Masters, and what he believes the PGA TOUR needs to protect as it evolves, especially when it comes to cuts, access, and creating real opportunity for members.

After that, Michael Bamberger joins Gary for a wide-ranging conversation on golf’s most relentless competitors, Scottie Scheffler’s mindset and focus, and what separates the truly rare personalities at the top. Michael also shares the story behind the 40th anniversary re-release of his first book, including what’s new in this edition and why those long relationships in golf still matter.

Gary closes the show with thoughts on the LPGA’s global start to the season and why it matters that the best players are winning early, even when the events are happening far from the U.S. viewing window. With the West Coast Swing now in the rearview, the PGA TOUR heads to Florida, and the shift in conditions and scoring resistance is about to get real.

5 Clubs airs live on Golf Channel and SiriusXM PGA TOUR Radio (Channel 92).

0:00 Opening Thoughts

3:30 Recapping the Weekend in Golf

13:20 Billy Horschel

31:20 Michael Bamberger

43:33 LPGA Thoughts

2.18.26 | Gabby Herzig & Gil Hanse | Breaking down Scheffler, Morikawa, and Gotterup & Spanish Bay Reimagined | 5 Clubs Feb 18, 2026

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On this Wednesday “getaway day” edition of 5 Clubs, Gary Williams sets the table for a loaded stretch of golf and where the PGA TOUR is headed next.

Gary opens with thoughts on the grind of pro golf and what’s coming at Riviera, then shifts to Tiger Woods’ latest comments, especially the small but meaningful note that the Masters isn’t off the table.

Next, Gabby Herzig from The Athletic joins to break down what she’s seeing from Scottie Scheffler as 2026 continues to look like a “maximum ceiling” year. Healthy and nearly impossible to slow down. Gabby also reflects on Collin Morikawa’s win at Pebble Beach and what it revealed about his mindset, plus why the mental side of the game is often what decides who gets back over the line.

From there, the conversation moves into the bigger TOUR and LIV picture. Gabby shares what she heard from players about Brooks Koepka and Patrick Reed returning, why top players still care deeply about beating the best week to week, and how the game is still trying to get to its most competitive, unified version again.

Then Gil Hanse joins for a detailed look at one of the biggest design projects in golf. The complete rebuild of The Links at Spanish Bay. Gil explains the aggressive timeline, how the team is reshaping the corridors and green complexes, why expanding greens creates more strategy and more interesting hole locations, and what fans can expect from a routing change designed to maximize the coastline views and that true ground game feel.

The episode wraps with Dogs of the Week, updated standings, and the crew’s The Genesis Invitational picks heading into Riviera. 5 Clubs airs on Golf Channel and SiriusXM PGA TOUR Radio (Channel 92).

0:00 Opening Thoughts

4:05 Reaction to Tiger’s Press Conference

10:57 Gabby Herzig

29:18 Gil Hanse

49:58 Dogs & Picks of the Week

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2.17.26 | Emilia Doran and Fred Perpall | Future of Golf & The Genesis Invitational Preview Feb 17, 2026

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On this Tuesday edition of 5 Clubs, Gary Williams is joined by Emilia Doran, live from Riviera, to reflect on the dramatic finish at the AT&T Pro-Am at Pebble Beach and preview The Genesis Invitational at one of the PGA TOUR’s most iconic venues.

Emilia shares her perspective from inside the ropes on what separated the best players at Pebble, including Scottie Scheffler’s late Sunday charge and Collin Morikawa’s return to the winner’s circle. Drawing from her experience walking alongside the game’s elite, she explains how decision-making, commitment, and shot variety continue to define performance at the highest level, and how working alongside a caddie can make the difference in pressure moments late in a round.

The conversation then shifts to The Genesis Invitational at Riviera, where Emilia breaks down why the course remains one of the TOUR’s most respected tests and how softer conditions could impact scoring this week. She also discusses how being around the world’s best players has shaped her own approach to competition and course management.

Later, USGA President Fred Perpall joins Gary to discuss the continued growth of the game and how new players are entering through non-traditional formats before transitioning to green-grass golf. He also shares insight into the USGA’s anchor site strategy for the U.S. Open and how the USA Development initiative is helping create opportunities for the next generation of elite American golfers.

Gary closes with this week’s Book Club, featuring The Inner Game of Tennis and The War of Art, two reads focused on performance, mindset, and managing pressure.

5 Clubs airs on Golf Channel and SiriusXM PGA TOUR Radio (Channel 92).

0:00 Opening Thoughts

5:42 - Venues on the PGA Tour

10:58 Emilia Doran

27:36 Fred Perpall

44:23 Book Club

2.16.26 | Taylor Zarzour| Anthony Kim Wins at LIV Adelaide & Collin Morikawa Wins at Pebble Beach | 5 Clubs Feb 16, 2026

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On this Monday edition of 5 Clubs, Gary Williams leads with the story of the week: Anthony Kim winning at LIV Adelaide in one of the most powerful comeback moments golf has seen in decades.

Gary puts the win in perspective through the time gap, the personal toll, and what it means for someone to come back from the darkest chapters of life and still find a way to compete, perform, and win again. He shares why this wasn’t just a golf result; it was a human story about purpose, resilience, and choosing to keep going. Gary also highlights Anthony Kim’s post-win words about fighting through bad days, finding peace of mind, and wanting to use winning as a platform to help other people.

Taylor Zarzour then joins to add firsthand context on Anthony Kim, including their past interactions, how close it felt at times to a tragic ending, and why this win connected in a way no money-driven storyline ever could. They also discuss what this victory could mean next, from LIV’s momentum to the long-term possibilities for where Anthony Kim’s story goes from here.

After that, the show touches on Collin Morikawa breaking through to win at Pebble Beach and Scottie Scheffler continuing his historic run of consistency, before looking ahead to Riviera and the loaded stretch of events coming up. 5 Clubs airs on Golf Channel and SiriusXM PGA TOUR Radio (Channel 92).

0:00 Reaction to the Weekend's Winners

3:04 AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am Recap

13:08 Anthony Kim wins at LIV Adelaide

23:45 Taylor Zarzour

2.11.26 | Justin Rose & Keith Stewart | Career Resurgence & Winning in your Forties + AT&T Pebble Beach Picks Feb 11, 2026

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On this Wednesday edition of 5 Clubs, Gary Williams sets the stage for a big week in golf and welcomes Justin Rose, an AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am champion and one of the game’s true statesmen. Rose opens up about the doubt he felt during the back half of 2022, the turning point that led him to seek fresh swing insight, and how working with coach Mark Blackburn helped “steer the ship” back toward his best patterns.

Rose also dives into why winning on the PGA Tour in your 40s is becoming increasingly rare, how the modern game has shifted toward power and younger talent arriving “ready to win,” and what it takes to stay competitive at the highest level with recovery, preparation, and leaning into strengths. Plus, a rapid fire “5 to Go” with Rose featuring favorite restaurants, best shots witnessed, Ryder Cup bus vibes, and the golf destination he’s most motivated to finally experience.

Later, Keith Stewart from Read the Line joins the show to break down Pebble Beach from an information first lens, including his key stats to watch across the two course setup, why wedge play and short game matter so much here, and how putting conditions can influence the week. Stewart also talks through players to watch, the leaderboard movement from last week, and the team’s picks for Pebble.

We close the Wednesday show with Dogs of the Week, featuring viewer submitted pups with golf connections from around the country. Subscribe for more from 5 Clubs on Golf Channel and PGA TOUR Radio.

0:00 Opening Thoughts

14:15 Justin Rose

27:35 Keith Stewart

39:18 Picks of the week

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2.10.26 | Fried Egg Golf's Brendan Porath & Kevin Van Valkenburg | Is THE PLAYERS a Major? Feb 10, 2026

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On this Tuesday edition of 5 Clubs, Gary Williams reacts to the PGA TOUR’s latest push positioning THE PLAYERS Championship as a Major, including Brandel Chamblee’s headline-making stance that THE PLAYERS “stands alone” and is the best Major. Gary breaks down why the “Fifth Major” conversation keeps resurfacing, why Major history is more murky than people realize, and why retroactively awarding Major status would open an impossible can of worms.

Brendan Porath of Fried Egg Golf joins from Chicago to talk about Chris Gotterup’s rise and what makes his game feel sustainable. Brendan explains why Gotterup’s wins have come on demanding stages, why Scottie Scheffler’s week to week persistence is so compelling, and how the PGA TOUR’s Signature Event pathways like the Next 10 and Swing 5 help shape fields. They also debate sponsor exemptions, field size, and what would make the system feel more merit based.

Also from Fried Egg Golf, Kevin Van Valkenburg joins next to continue THE PLAYERS Championship Major discussion and how the PGA TOUR is going on offense with its messaging. Kevin digs into how “Major” status has shifted historically, why the TOUR wants more ownership of golf’s biggest stages, and what a defining 2026 accomplishment could look like for Rory McIlroy. He also shares a thoughtful angle on Scottie Scheffler’s balance and mentality, and what Tiger Woods’ future impact could be as the PGA TOUR evolves.

Gary closes the show with a quick historical "what if" involving Augusta National and the USGA, and why The PLAYERS conversation will only get louder as THE PLAYERS week approaches.

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0:00 Opening Thoughts

13:54 Brendon Porath

33:07 Kevin Van Valkenburg

43:20 Final Thoughts

2.9.26 | Beau Welling & Luke Clanton | Modern Golf Design & Life as a Young Pro | 5 Clubs Feb 09, 2026

Show notes

On this Monday edition of 5 Clubs, Gary Williams reviews key developments from the weekend in golf, highlighted by the performances of Chris Gotterup and Patrick Reed.

Golf course designer and World Curling President Beau Welling joins 5 Clubs with Gary from Italy to discuss his wide ranging career, current projects with TGR Design, and the evolution of modern golf architecture. Welling shares insight into how data, playability, and course design can challenge elite players while remaining accessible for golfers of all skill levels, along with a look at the growing demand for golf worldwide.

Luke Clanton then joins the show to talk about his fast rise from elite amateur golf to earning his PGA TOUR card through PGA TOUR U. Clanton breaks down what it felt like playing under the spotlight at the WM Phoenix Open, why pressure is something he embraces, and how he’s adjusting to life on tour from training and adding weight, to staying grounded with perspective from his family.

They also discuss Clanton’s comfort in a TV driven environment like TGL, what he’s learning from being around the game’s best, including Rory McIlroy and Scottie Scheffler, and how he keeps his routine and mindset consistent as expectations grow.

The episode also looks at Patrick Reed’s early season success overseas, his wins on the DP World Tour, and what that momentum could mean moving forward as he continues to compete internationally and in major championships.

0:00 Opening Thoughts

2:59 Recap of Weekend Winners

14:00 Beau Welling

27:50 Luke Clanton

42:59 Patrick Reed wins in Qatar

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