
The Amateur Golf Podcast by AmateurGolf.com
A deep dive into the world of amateur golf through the lens of coaches, players, writers, tournament directors, and anyone else that loves golf.
Episodes
113 episodes
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, wit...
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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...
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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 Ti...
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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...
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AmateurGolf Weekly Brief: Daly’s Breakthrough, Deng’s History, and the Road to Cypress
AmateurGolf Weekly Brief – July 21, 2025This 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 Bless...
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Leading Team USA at Cypress Point: Nathan Smith on the 2025 Walker Cup
Presented by Cobra GolfIn 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
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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...
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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 dema...
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Carlos Astiazaran’s Breakout Win at the North & South Amateur
Join host amateurgolf.com for a deep dive into the 125th North & South Men’s Amateur Championship at Pinehurst No. 2—one of amateur golf’s most storied and demanding events. This episode explores the tournament’s historic legacy, the unique...
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Gil Hanse on Baltusrol, Tillinghast, and the Art of Golf Restoration
In this special episode of Architects of the Game, we sit down with renowned golf course architect Gil Hanse inside the historic clubhouse of Baltusrol Golf Club. Just hours after walking the newly restored Upper Course during Media Da...
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The Northeast Amateur: A True Test at Wannamoisett
In this kickoff episode of the AmateurGolf.com Podcast’s Major Preview Series, host Brian takes you deep inside one of amateur golf’s most prestigious events—the 63rd Northeast Amateur Invitational at Wannamoisett Country Club (...
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British Amateur 2025 Preview: Royal Challenges, Rising Stars, and Seb Cave's Surge
In this special preview episode, Anna from AmateurGolf.com breaks down everything you need to know about the 130th Amateur Championship at Royal St George’s and Royal Cinque Ports. From course insights and historical context to the star-studded...
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The $10,500 Bet: How a Golfer Saw Bobby Jones' Greatness Coming
In this special episode from AmateurGolf.com, We tell the almost unbelievable true story of PGA Tour pro Bobby Cruickshank — the man who bet on Bobby Jones in 1930 and walked away with a fortune.After just nine holes watching Jo...
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Championship Week Heat Check: Why Sunnehanna Still Sets the Standard
It’s one of the biggest weeks in amateur golf—and while the U.S. Open and Southwestern Invitational grab national headlines, Kyle and Ana go deep on the Sunnehanna Amateur. Recorded on June 9 with a fresh look at the 2025 field, historical data...
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From Munis to Majors: Amateur Legends Who Conquered U.S. Open Qualifying
Every summer, thousands of hopefuls tee it up in U.S. Open local qualifying — chasing a dream only a handful will realize.In this episode, AmateurGolf.com dives into the inspiring true stories of golfers who made the leap from everyday c...
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Inside the 2025 Southwestern Amateur
Join AmateurGolf.com for a deep dive into the 110th Southwestern Amateur, held June 11–14 at Desert Mountain’s Outlaw Course. From Kristoffer Kuvaas’s electric playoff victory in 2024 to rising stars, course strategy, scoring trends, and what m...
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The Dogwood Invitational | Major Insights: A Preview of Amateur Golf’s Elite Stage
Welcome to Major Insights, the podcast series that previews the most prestigious events in amateur golf. In this episode, we spotlight the Dogwood Invitational, one of the game’s premier proving grounds held at Druid Hills Golf...
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California’s Next Golf Icon? Inside the Poppy Ridge Transformation
🎙️ AmateurGolf.com Podcast: Jay Blasi and the New Era of Poppy RidgeJoin us on-site in the heart of Livermore wine country for a special playing preview of the newly reimagined Poppy Ridge Golf Course. In this episode, we...
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What Happens When a Pro Becomes a Caddy?
What happens when a professional golfer steps away from the spotlight and trades the tee box for the caddy bib? In this episode, Blair McKithan—former tour player turned content creator and current caddy for Corey Shaun on the DP World Tour—ope...
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Episode 92: Robert Trent Jones Jr.
In this conversation, Robert Trent Jones Jr. discusses his work on Corica Park, emphasizing the importance of sustainability and playability in golf course design. He shares insights from his career, including his family's influence and the col...
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Episode 91: Lottie Woad
In this engaging conversation, Lottie Wode shares her experiences and insights on her golf journey, including her recent performances, the impact of the LEAP program, and her reflections on winning at Augusta National. She discusses her prepara...
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Episode 91: February Recap
Sean Melia and Justin Golba recap February in amateur golf. They highlight Luke Clanton's achievement of earning his PGA Tour card, the significance of college golf, and the introduction of the LEAP program for the LPGA. The conversation also t...
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Episode 90: Stanford Women's Coach Anne Walker
Anne Walker, the head coach of Stanford Women's Golf, discusses her coaching philosophy, the current season, and the dynamics of her team as they prepare to defend their national championship title. She shares insights on balancing competition ...
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Episode 89: January Recap - Texas wins, Jones Cup, Latin American Am, PGA Tour U
Sean Melia and Justin Golba recap a busy January in amateur golf, highlighting key events, standout performances, and emerging talents. They discuss Texas's victory at the Southwestern Invite, Gordon Sargent's struggles, the exciting Jones Cup,...
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Episode 88: 2025 Latin America Amateur Champion Justin Hastings
In this episode, Justin Hastings, the 2025 Latin America Amateur Champion, reflects on his recent victory and the journey that led him to this point. He shares insights about the significance of the Latin America Amateur Championship, his exper...
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