In this Festive Christmas Special of Steve Tees Off, we’re joined by Brad Ewart — PGA of Canada professional, golf journalist, and trick shot artist — for a timely and thoughtful conversation about golf, family, and the path to the PGA Tour.
Since this episode was recorded, Canadian A.J. Ewart won the PGA Tour Q-School and earned a 2026 PGA Tour membership, making this discussion especially meaningful in hindsight.
We also round out the episode with a festive golf gift guide, offering practical, thoughtful gift ideas for golfers of all levels — just in time for the holidays.
A must-listen for golfers, parents, coaches, and fans of Canadian golf.
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This episode features Jared Siminoff, PGA of BC Board Member and General Manager at The Haus of Golf, for a deep dive into the fast-growing world of indoor golf and sim golf.
We explore how golf simulators, golf technology, and AI-driven swing tools are transforming the way players train, compete, and stay engaged through BC’s long winters. Jared shares his journey as a PGA professional, his leadership role in the BC golf community, and what the rise of virtual golf means for the future of the Canadian golf industry.
We break down the evolution of sim golf, the culture around indoor golf facilities, and the new opportunities for golf coaching, golf training indoors, and competitive simulator play.
If you’re curious about where golf innovation is headed, how tech is reshaping the sport, or what’s coming next for the PGA of BC, this episode delivers insight from someone helping lead that change.
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Fraser Mulholland breaks down the vision behind the Vancouver Golf Tour — how it built Canada’s next generation of pros, what defines elite talent, and why mental toughness separates future champions.
This week on the Steve Tees Off Podcast, Steve sits down with Fraser Mulholland — a PGA of Canada member since 1992 and the founder and commissioner of the Vancouver Golf Tour (VGT).
Fraser shares what inspired him to launch the VGT, the early challenges he faced, and how it’s grown into one of the most respected development tours in Canada.
He talks about the players who got their start on the VGT, the traits that signal a golfer is ready for the next level, and how mental strength often separates the pros from the rest.
Fraser also explains how the VGT’s structure and schedule are designed to simulate professional competition, preparing young athletes for the leap beyond local tours.
It’s a powerful look at what it takes to build Canadian golf talent from the ground up — and how passion, structure, and grit can change the game.
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Golf insider Brad Ewart returns to Steve Tees Off for another candid look inside the game.
Brad explains what it really takes to make it on the PGA Tour of America, Fortinet Cup, and Korn Ferry Tour—and why success comes down to who works the hardest.
He also reveals a surprising piece of Happy Gilmore history he’s held on to since filming—the original leaderboard—and joins Steve to debate the best golf movies ever made.
Then the two tee off on the Ryder Cup, discussing it from both a fan’s view and a PGA perspective. Were the Europeans better prepared?
Whether you’re a weekend golfer or a tour dreamer, this episode is full of insights, laughs, and stories that remind us why professional golf brings out the best in people.
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In this episode, Steve sits down with one of British Columbia’s top golf minds — Matt Palsenbarg a name synonymous with elite instruction and golf innovation. With over 25 years of experience and 25,000 lessons taught, Matt has helped shape golfers from the grassroots level to the professional ranks. He’s the founder of the renowned Labsters Golf Program, owner of The Backyard Golf at Clayton Hills, and a lead instructor at Haus of Golf.
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If you love the game — and believe in where it’s headed — this episode is for you.
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Brought to you by Riverside Golf located in South Surrey, BC.This podcast is 100% committed to golf in the Lower Mainland of BC, across Canada, and beyond. We cover everything from junior golf to the stories that make golf a metaphor for life. In our debut episode, Steve sits down with Canadian golf professional Brad Ewart (PGA of Canada) for a deep dive into his journey and his lasting impact on the game.Brad shares:• His role in building junior golf in BC• The story behind the Grizzly Golf Tour• His son AJ Ewart’s rising career and the future of Canadian golf• Life lessons learned from decades in the gameIn Steve Tees Off, we follow our own flagstick. So grab your stories — this is going to be a fun round. Guaranteed.Join us every two weeks as we tee off with golf pros, players, and personalities who live and breathe the game.
About Steve Malkowich
A lifelong golfer, entrepreneur, and storyteller, Steve brings his laid-back BC style and curious mind to every conversation. From the local golf scene to global stories of perseverance and passion, Steve’s goal is simple — to connect through the game we all love.