“Saying yes," with CHS alumnus Jason Waddles, DPT

The Way Podcast

The Way Podcast
“Saying yes," with CHS alumnus Jason Waddles, DPT
Mar 30, 2026 Season 3 Episode 12
University of Kentucky College of Health Sciences

When CHS alumnus Jason Waddles, D.P.T., became a physical therapist, little did he know he would someday be working on the PGA Tour, helping professional golfers in their most important tournaments of the year. Now, he’s doing just that, and it all comes back to one thing, he says. 

Saying yes. When an opportunity comes — even if it’s something you don’t necessarily think will result in the perfect path — just say yes. 

Now, Waddles is traveling to major tournaments and golfing with some of the biggest names in the game. We'll explore how he got there, and where he may go next, as we take his advice and keep saying yes … on this episode of The Way Podcast. 

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