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CHANGES COMING TO ELEVATED EVENTS | Mar. 01 Mar 01, 2023

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The PGA TOUR has announced big changes to the structure of its elevated events in 2024; turning them into smaller field events with no cut. Our team discusses the news and gathers reactions from Tour pros. Tyrrell Hatton won for the first time on the PGA TOUR at the Arnold Palmer Invitational in 2020, and he's back in the field this week for another shot at the iconic red cardigan. Hatton spoke to Anna and Matt about the state of his game, his past experiences at Bay Hill, and a viral video he took a leading role in for the DP World Tour's social media platforms. On the LPGA Tour, rookie Aline Krauter made quite a name for herself during a standout college career at Stanford! Now, the former national champion is ready to make herself known in the pro ranks as well! She sits down with us before teeing it up at the HSBC Women's World Championship in Singapore. Another college standout, Ludvig Aberg from Texas Tech, tees them up on the PGA TOUR this week at the Arnold Palmer Invitational! The Swede is number one on the PGA TOUR University rankings, and discusses what he's doing to ensure he takes that ranking through years end and gains the full status that comes with it. At month's end, Caitlyn MacNab from Texas Christian University Women's Golf will make her debut at the Augusta National Women's Amateur. The sophomore from South Africa calls in to discuss what she's most looking forward to about her chance to tee 'em up at one of golf's most hallowed grounds. Tyrrell Hatton (19:24) Aline Krauter (33:12) Ludvig Aberg (57:24) Caitlyn MacNab (1:11:25) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

'CASHMERE' KEITH MITCHELL | Feb. 28 Feb 28, 2023

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Outside of his stellar game, Keith Mitchell is known for his throwback style on the golf course! The 45th ranked player in the world stops by the show and tells the guys that he's had an old-school fashion sense for some time now. It'll be a busy week on the PGA TOUR, as the worlds best tee it up not only at the Arnold Palmer Invitational, but also the Puerto Rico Open. Last year's champion, Ryan Brehm, needed a top-two finish at minimum to retain his TOUR card. A year after his clutch, career-changing win, we catch up with Ryan ahead of his start at API. Fred Perpall has been elected to serve as the 67th president of the USGA, and will be the first african-american to do so. George and Matt get to know the native of Dallas, Texas and hear about what he hopes to accomplish in his new role. Keith Mitchell (44:23) Ryan Brehm (32:04) Fred Perpall (23:56) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

WINS BIGGER THAN THE GAME | Feb. 27 Feb 27, 2023

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Chris Kirk's thrilling win at the Honda Classic was not only was his first victory since 2015; it was also his first since returning to the tour after substance abuse issues nearly derailed his life. Matt Adams and George Savaricas discuss how impactful this win could be for Kirk and others who face the same fight for sobriety. Musician Darius Rucker is a massive golf fan, so much so that he's been hosting his own women's collegiate tournament for over a decade! Rucker stops by to discuss "The Darius Rucker Intercollegiate," and why growing the women's game is important to him. In the women's professional game, Lilia Vu was a surprise first-time winner in a loaded field at the LPGA Thailand this weekend! Beth Ann Nichols tells us why this has been a long time coming for the former no. 1 ranked amateur. Lastly, our crew weighs in on a growing feud between Sergio Garcia and Rory McIlroy, who find their once strong friendship at a crossroads over their positions on LIV Golf. Darius Rucker (16:24) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

LIV GOLF LAWSUIT UPDATE | Feb. 22 Feb 22, 2023

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A federal judge has ruled in favor of the PGA TOUR's motion to include the Saudi Arabian Public Investment Fund and its Governor as parties in its counter suit against LIV Golf. Legal analyst Jodi Balsam unpacks what this news could mean for the legal proceedings for Eamon and George. Golf Channel reporter Rex Hoggard collects player reactions to the news from the golf course before they tee off in the Honda Classic on Thursday. Elswhere in Florida, the World Golf Hall of Fame has announced the finalists for the class of 2024! The Hall's CEO Greg McLaughlin stops by to share the list and give insight into the upcoming election process. Back at Honda, the 2023 Tim Rosaforte Distinguished Writers Award has been given to his longtime friend Randall Mell. Mell speaks to George and Eamon about his decades-long relationship with Rosaforte, and how the example Tim set made him into the journalist he is today. Tomorrow at the Honda Classic, Brad Faxon will make his return to Golf Channel as an on-course analyst. He speaks to Eamon and George about the players in the field he's most excited to see up close this week. Lastly, reigning U.S. Amateur Champion Sam Bennett got some great news recently! Bennett will tee it up at the 2023 Masters as an amateur. He stops by to chat about what that start means for his young career. Jodi Balsam (1:54) Greg McLaughlin (17:30) Randall Nell (29:40) Brad Faxon (38:34) Sam Bennett (48:34) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

(FLORIDA) SWING AWAY! | Feb. 21 Feb 21, 2023

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Off to the sunshine state! The Honda Classic is two days away, and we're here with the latest news and notes. Golf Channel reporter Rex Hoggard is on site at the golf course with insight from the pros on a three-hole stretch at PGA National in that gives the infamous "Bear Trap" closing stretch a run for its money. Harry Higgs is in the field this year! The fan favorite discusses what he's working on to sharpen his mental game, and reminisces on his and Joel Dahmen's viral moment on the 16th green at TPC Scottsdale last season. A pair of familiar faces find themselves in the field with Higgs this week. Pierceson and Parker Coody made names for themselves with standout careers at the University of Texas, where they won the men's team national title last year. They're both in the field this week, and they stop by to share their goals and what they're most excited about. Meanwhile, LPGA rookie Sam Wagner is getting ready for her much-anticipated debut! Last season Wagner missed out on LPGA Tour membership by a stroke due to a self-reported penalty stroke in Q-School. She shares her story of accountability, resilience, and strength with us as she prepares for her first season as a full member after graduating Q-School this year. Harry Higgs (12:11) Parker & Pierceson Coody (44:26) Sam Wagner (49:19) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

RAHM ES NUMERO UNO | Feb. 20 Feb 20, 2023

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Whether or not you speak Spanish, you get it... Jon Rahm is a bad hombre! George Savaricas and Eamon Lynch talk about his dominant start to the season, and how much farther he could take it. Tiger Woods couldn't take the win, but he showed flashes of brilliance in the meantime! Our crew break down a promising week from the GOAT and a hard fought second place finish for Max Homa, who got emotional after the close loss. Beth Ann Nichols from Golfweek Magazine joins the show. She and the crew discuss a controversial event in Saudi Arabia on the Ladies European Tour over the weekend. Lastly, legal analyst Jodi Balsam stops by to explain an interesting new development in the legal saga between the PGA TOUR and LIV Golf. Jodi Balsam (38:56) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

TEEING OFF... TIGER WOODS! | Feb. 16 Feb 16, 2023

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Today's the day! One of the longest gaps between PGA TOUR starts for Tiger Woods ends today at the Genesis Invitational. We have wall-to-wall coverage of the 15-time major champion's return to competitive golf. Hal Sutton is one of few golfers to beat both Tiger and Jack Nicklaus in his professional career! He stops by to share his recipe for success against two titans in the history of the game. Also, author James Roth joins the show to discuss his latest book "Blessed One: The Incredible Journey of Madalitso Muthiya". Roth chronicles the life story and career of Muthiya, who became the first black African to compete at the U.S. Open at Winged Foot in 2006. James Roth (6:32) Hal Sutton (12:42) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

TIGER (PRACTICE) TEES 'EM UP | Feb. 15 Feb 15, 2023

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T-MINUS ONE DAY until T-Woods tees it up again! The anticipation is so palpable in our studio that we sent Kira K. Dixon onto the golf course a day early for his start in the Pro-Am. You'll hear her report on-site at Riviera. Would you bet against Tiger to get his 83rd PGA TOUR win? Paige Mackenzie brings you the gaming odds on the round, and thinks you might be tempted to. Up on the Champs tour, Tim O'Neal is making his name on the senior set! O'Neal catches up with us before he makes his debut in the Chubb Classic. Finishing up with the younger guys, Vanderbilt's Gordon Sargent and Texas Tech's Jack Wall stop by to discuss their upcoming PGA TOUR debuts as amateurs at the Masters & Genesis Invitational respectively. Gordon Sargent: 37:44 Tim O'Neal: 45:48 Jack Wall: 50:12 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

WHAT'S THAT? THE TIGER IS BACK. | FEB. 14 Feb 14, 2023

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There will be some big names in the field this week at Riviera for The Genesis Invitational but no name in the field is bigger than Tiger Woods. Tiger announced his return on Friday. This will be his first start since he missed the cut at The Open. As mentioned, he wouldn’t be out there if he didn’t think he could win. Will this be the next win for Tiger? After reclaiming his place in the winner’s circle at Pebble Beach, Justin Rose, also teeing up this weekend, talks to the press there in Los Angeles. We all remember Anna Davis, the young lady who became a household name overnight after winning the 2022 Augusta National Women’s Amateur. Anna joins to discuss her plans to defend her title at the Augusta National Women’s Amateur and her recent verbal commitment to Auburn University. From student, to volunteer and now full-time employee, Alma Gutierrez joins to discuss the impact the TGR Foundation has had on her life. Alma Gutierrez (9:16) Anna Davis (16:47) Justin Rose (22:13) Tiger Woods (30:08) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

REPEAT IN THE DESERT | FEB. 13 Feb 13, 2023

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Scottie Scheffler repeats in the desert, outlasting Nick Taylor and Jon Rahm, to become the number one ranked player in the world. Damon, Rex and Paige discuss Scottie's big win. After a very loud week in Phoenix, the game of golf gets more good news. Tiger Woods announced on Friday that he will be playing at this week's Genesis Invitational. Damon, Rex and Paige talk about Tiger's return to PGA Tour competition. Two-time major champion Stacy Lewis has been named Captain of the 2024 U.S. Solheim Cup Team. Stacy joins the show to discuss what kind of captain she'll be and the key to winning in a hostile environment. STACY LEWIS (13:30) JOHN BODENHAMER (21:46) MIKE BOOKER (41:42) AARON GRIMES (48:25) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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