Hack & Scratch Golf Podcast
Hack and Scratch is a golf podcast hosted by Dez and Casey, covering the latest news in golf with tournament recaps, discussion of upcoming tour events, and a pulse on YouTube golf. The show also dives into the knowledge, stories, and rich history that make the game of golf as compelling off the course as it is on it.
Hack & Scratch Golf Podcast
S1E02 - Gotterup Opens 2026, Scheffler in the Desert, Best Scramble in Hollywood
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In this episode of the Hack and Scratch podcast, hosts Dez and Casey dive into a variety of golf-related topics, starting with a light-hearted discussion about the possibility of breaking a Guinness World Record for catching a golf ball barehanded from 250 yards. They reflect on the recent Sony Open, highlighting Chris Gotterup's impressive performance and Vijay Singh's remarkable feat of making the cut at 63 years old. The conversation shifts to the ongoing rivalry between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf, with insights on Dustin Johnson's contract extension and Brooks Koepka's return to the PGA. The hosts also discuss the upcoming Amex tournament, emphasizing the importance of putting and the unique format of the event. They wrap up with a fun segment on golf one-liners and a trivia game about the evolution of golf over the past 25 years, showcasing how the game has changed in terms of driving distance, course length, and prize money.
00:00 World Record Aspirations
01:21 Recap of the Sony Open
03:56 Vijay Singh's Remarkable Performance
05:39 Jordan Spieth's Comeback and Viral Moment
09:14 Dustin Johnson's LIV Golf Extension
22:01 Previewing the Amex Tournament
37:29 Celebrity Golf Picks
40:16 Ranking Golf One-Liners
43:59 Golf Evolution Trivia
51:26 Old-Timey Golf Club Nicknames