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The Amateur Golf Podcast by AmateurGolf.com

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125 episodes

5 days ago

Kyle and McKenzie break down the biggest amateur golf stories heading into 2026: remembering Emanuele Galeppini, a wild six-man playoff at the 100th New Year’s Invitational, and what to watch at the Jones Cup Invitational. They also preview AmateurGolf.com’s Silicon Valley Amateur at Stanford (Kyle will be on site next week), give a first-round update from the Australian Master of the Amateurs, dig into NIL valuations in golf, and wrap with some quick college-golf trivia. Plus: a shoutout to ...

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Kyle and McKenzie break down the biggest amateur golf stories heading into 2026: remembering Emanuele Galeppini, a wild six-man playoff at the 100th New Year’s Invitational, and what to watch at the Jones Cup Invitational. They also preview AmateurGolf.com’s Silicon Valley Amateur at Stanford (Kyle will be on site next week), give a first-round update from the Australian Master of the Amateurs, dig into NIL valuations in golf, and wrap with some quick college-golf trivia. Plus: a shoutout to ...

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The Amateur Golf Podcast by AmateurGolf.com

Amateur Golf Week in Review (Jan 6): Remembering Emanuele, New Year’s Invitational Drama, Jones Cup + Stanford Preview

Kyle and McKenzie break down the biggest amateur golf stories heading into 2026: remembering Emanuele Galeppini, a wild six-man playoff at the 100th New Year’s Invitational, and what to watch at the Jones Cup Invitational. They also preview AmateurGolf.com’s Silicon Valley Amateur at Stanford (Kyle will be on site next week), give a first-round update from the Australian Master of the Amateurs, dig into NIL valuations in golf, and wrap with some quick college-golf trivia. Plus: a shoutout to ...

5 days ago

22 minutes

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Electric Caddies, Real Golf: The Future of Walking Rounds

Golf was built to be walked—and in this episode, we dig into why walking isn’t just “old-school,” it’s the best way to experience the game. Rob Rigg (Founder, The Walking Golfer / Walking Golfer Society) joins Mark Stewart (Co-Founder & CEO, Stewart Golf) for a wide-ranging conversation on the culture of walking golf, the community that forms when you play on foot, and the real physical + mental benefits that come with it. They also break down how electric caddies can make walking more ac...

1 month ago

54 minutes

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Building a High School Golf Powerhouse with Foresight Tech — Tim Lovell & Lakeview Academy

Tim Lovell has spent his life around competitive amateur golf, from growing up on his grandfather’s nine-hole course in Georgia to a “year of golf” as an exchange student in New Zealand and a memorable AmateurGolf.com Ireland trip. Now he’s giving back in a big way—helping coach Lakeview Academy’s high school team and spearheading one of the most advanced tech-driven programs in the state. In this episode, Tim and Pete dig into how Lakeview built a true golf studio on campus with Foresight ...

1 month ago

26 minutes

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Records Fall at St. Andrews, Stanford Shines, and Q-School Kicks Off

This week on The AmateurGolf.com Brief, host Mackenzie breaks down the biggest stories in amateur golf — from the start of the 2025 PGA Tour Q-School and what it means for aspiring pros, to a record-breaking week at the St. Andrews Links Collegiate, where Princeton and Cal battled for team honors and Cal’s Constance Foy fired a stunning 63 at the Old Course. We also recap Stanford’s dominant performance at their home Intercollegiate, where Megan Guinness led the charge with her third career c...

2 months ago

4 minutes

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Inside Northern California Golf with Pete Wlodkowski: The Roots of AmateurGolf.com

Host McKenzie Steenson sits down with Pete Wlodkowski, founder of AmateurGolf.com, to explore the origins of the site and the thriving amateur golf community of Northern California. From the early days of hand-lettered leaderboards to the digital transformation that reshaped tournament golf, Pete shares how a local idea became a national platform. Hear stories about iconic events like the San Francisco City Championship, insights into the NCGA’s competitive scene, and the creation of the Two-...

2 months ago

24 minutes

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The AmateurGolf.com Brief: Inside the Week in Amateur Golf

From match play duels at Monterey to world championships abroad, The AmateurGolf.com Brief gives you the stories, stats, and soul of the amateur game. Hosted by Chris, it’s your 5-minute tee time with the tournaments and players shaping competitive golf’s next generation. Amateur Golf Links: AmateurGolf.com Subscribe Instagram Twitter Facebook YouTube

3 months ago

5 minutes

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10 Things You Didn’t Know About the Crump Cup at Pine Valley

The Crump Cup at Pine Valley is back — and we’re pulling back the curtain on amateur golf’s most mysterious and exclusive tournament. From the course’s legendary hazards like Hell’s Half Acre and the Devil’s bunker, to the invite-only field of elite mid-ams, to first-hand stories from AmateurGolf.com’s own Pete and Kyle playing Pine Valley for the first time, this 10-minute episode dives into the history, the format, the legends, and the drama to come. Tune in for everything you need to know ...

3 months ago

24 minutes

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The Ultimate Mid-Am: Stewart Hagestad’s Fifth Walker Cup

Stewart Hagestad has redefined what it means to be a career amateur. A three-time U.S. Mid-Amateur champion, 2017 Masters low amateur, and Pan-Am Games gold medalist, Hagestad is set to make his fifth Walker Cup appearance — joining an elite group of American legends. In this episode, we explore his journey from Newport Beach to Augusta, his dominance in USGA championships, and why his continued presence on Team USA matters for the future of amateur golf. Amateur Golf Links: AmateurGolf.com ...

4 months ago

4 minutes

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The Cypress Veil: The Greatest Secret in Golf

In this special edition of the AmateurGolf.com Podcast, we pull back the curtain on one of golf’s most mysterious and exclusive clubs: Cypress Point. Just ahead of the 2025 Walker Cup on September 6–7, we explore the course’s dramatic origins, the lost plans of Seth Raynor, Marion Hollins’ bold vision, and Alister MacKenzie’s masterpiece carved into sand, forest, and sea. From its quiet exit from the PGA Tour in 1991 to its fiercely protected culture of privacy, Cypress Point has remained h...

4 months ago

6 minutes

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U.S. Amateur Shake-Up: Koivun Out, Daly II Rolling, Russell Chasing History

from The Olympic Club, we break down a dramatic day at the 125th U.S. Amateur — from World No. 1 Jackson Koivun’s stunning exit, to John Daly II’s confident march into the quarterfinals, to 16-year-old Miles Russell putting himself in position to become the youngest Walker Cup player in history. Plus, a preview of Friday’s matchups and a look at how you can keep your competitive edge this winter with the AmateurGolf.com Winter Series Amateur Golf Links: AmateurGolf.com Subscribe Instagram Tw...

5 months ago

4 minutes

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2025 U.S. Women’s Amateur Quarterfinals: Meet the Future Stars of Women’s Golf

The quarterfinals are set at the 2025 U.S. Women’s Amateur, and the talent on display is a preview of golf’s next generation. In this special emergency episode, we break down each of the final eight players — their backgrounds, playing styles, and why they could be lifting the Robert Cox Trophy by week’s end. From international standouts to rising NCAA stars, this is your inside look at the future of the women’s game. Amateur Golf Links: AmateurGolf.com Subscribe Instagram Twitter Facebook Y...

5 months ago

4 minutes

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Dream Courses, Big Wins, and Bandon Drama – This Week in Amateur Golf

From Jase Summy’s dominant Western Amateur victory to Round 2 action at the U.S. Women’s Amateur in Bandon, we’ve got the latest headlines, a peek at tournaments on Top 100 golf courses, and a spotlight on California’s Ojai Senior Cup. Plus, a special lifetime membership deal that gets you one step closer to your dream golf trip. Amateur Golf Links: AmateurGolf.com Subscribe Instagram Twitter Facebook YouTube

5 months ago

5 minutes

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Western Amateur Sweet 16 Set: Match Play Drama Awaits at Skokie

After four rounds of grueling medal play at Skokie Country Club, the stage is set for one of amateur golf’s most storied traditions—the Sweet 16 match play at the 123rd Western Amateur. This year’s field is a true showcase of global talent, with co-medalists Ethan Fang and Zackary Swanwick leading the charge, joined by teenage phenom Tyler Watts, seasoned mid-am Stewart Hagestad, and a host of elite collegiate standouts all chasing the George R. Thorne Trophy. In this episode, Chris from Amat...

5 months ago

4 minutes

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Coleman’s Breakout, Woad’s Win & Walker Cup Moves

This week on the AmateurGolf.com Weekly Recap, host Chris Chatsworth breaks down a huge stretch in amateur (and newly professional) golf: 🏆 Hamilton Coleman stuns the field to win the U.S. Junior Amateur🏌️‍♀️ Lottie Woad captures her first LPGA title in her pro debut🇺🇸 Fang and Stout join Team USA for the 2025 Walker Cup🔥 Jaden Dumdumaya rallies to win the Pacific Coast Amateur⛳ And we preview the Western Amateur and more can’t-miss events aheadPlus: A tip of the cap to founder Pete Wlodkowsk...

5 months ago

4 minutes

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Forging Legends: A Deep Dive into the Western Amateur at Skokie

This week on the AmateurGolf.com Preview Pod, we take you inside the ropes of the 123rd Western Amateur Championship at historic Skokie Country Club in Glencoe, Illinois. From the legacy of past champions like Tiger Woods, Jack Nicklaus, and Chick Evans to the pressure-packed format that defines the event, this episode unpacks why the Western Amateur is considered the toughest test in amateur golf. We preview the standout players in the 2025 field, examine the match play gauntlet, and spotlig...

5 months ago

3 minutes

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Torrey Pines, Tiger, and Your Chance to Play: Inside San Diego’s Ultimate Golf Week

Torrey Pines isn’t just a golf course — it’s a cathedral of the game. From Tiger Woods’ legendary U.S. Open win in 2008 to the stunning Pacific views that frame every tee shot, this public course in La Jolla, California, is as iconic as it gets. In this episode, AmateurGolf.com’s Kyle Rector dives deep into the history, design, and mystique of Torrey Pines, while also introducing an unforgettable opportunity: the 2025 Two-Man Links & Father-Son Championship, presented by Callaway Golf. Yo...

5 months ago

4 minutes

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AmateurGolf Weekly Brief: Daly’s Breakthrough, Deng’s History, and the Road to Cypress

AmateurGolf Weekly Brief – July 21, 2025 This week’s episode is packed with major moves across the amateur golf world. 🏆 John Daly II captures his biggest win yet at the Southern Amateur with a dominant finish at Blessings Golf Club. 🇦🇺 Blake Phillips and 🇨🇦 Nicole Gal go coast-to-coast to win the Porter Cup titles in style. 🇨🇦 Aphrodite Deng makes history as the first Canadian to win the U.S. Girls’ Junior Championship. 🌊 Walker Cup Captain Nathan Smith joins us from Cypress Point to share t...

5 months ago

4 minutes

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Leading Team USA at Cypress Point: Nathan Smith on the 2025 Walker Cup

Presented by Cobra Golf In this special episode, we travel to the edge of the Pacific Ocean for a rare, on-location conversation with Nathan Smith, captain of the 2025 United States Walker Cup team. Standing at Cypress Point Club, one of the most iconic venues in the game, Smith shares what it means to lead Team USA into the 50th edition of this storied amateur competition. We talk: Why Cypress Point is the ultimate match-play courseThe legacy of Walker Cup friendships and team cultureT...

5 months ago

7 minutes

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This Week in Amateur Golf: Porter Cup, Champions, and Gear News

Get up to speed on everything happening in competitive amateur golf this week! We’re previewing the 2025 Porter Cup—one of the game’s most storied events—plus recapping Lance Simpson’s dominant Trans-Miss Amateur win and crowning moments at the British Senior Championships and Junior World. We’ll also break down the latest U.S. Amateur qualifying updates, highlight our Chris Gotterup “Before They Turned Pro” feature, and dive into Titleist’s new T-Series irons. Finally, we’ll look ahead at a ...

6 months ago

5 minutes

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Inside the Porter Cup: History, Strategy, and What Makes It Special

Join AmateurGolf.com as we dives deep into the rich history and unique character of the Porter Cup—one of amateur golf’s most prestigious events. From scoring trends to course architecture, hear what makes Niagara Falls Country Club such a demanding test, get practical insights for competitors, and enjoy a few laughs along the way. Perfect for serious amateurs, fans, and anyone who loves great golf storytelling. Amateur Golf Links: AmateurGolf.com Subscribe Instagram Twitter Facebook YouTube

6 months ago

4 minutes