The Pro and The Hack

Ep. 8 | World Golf Hall of Fame & LPGA Legend, Sandra Palmer

Join us as we dive into the illustrious career of Sandra Palmer, a US Open champion and World Golf Hall of Fame member, sharing insights on golf history, legendary players, and the evolution of the game. Discover stories from her early days, memorable tournaments, and the influence of her legendary golf instructor, Harvey Pennick.

Ep.7 | Mission Hills CC Instructor and PGA Member, Scott Cherry joins The Pro & The Hack

The conversation at the Dinah Shore room at Mission Hills Country Club covers various topics related to golf, coaching, career journeys, and the mental aspects of the game. The pros share insights on teaching, competition, and the significance of a pre-shot routine. The conversation covers a wide range of topics related to golf, including Tiger Woods' swing, the importance of purposeful practice, troubleshooting the golf swing, the beauty of the game, and the experience of being a beginner again. It also delves into the challenges of teaching golf, the significance of understanding the facts of a situation, and the competitive nature of golf among pro athletes. The conversation covers a wide range of topics related to golf, including tournament experiences, tradition, the Masters, player stories, course design, and golf equipment. It also delves into the importance of tee selection, short game skills, and putting strategies. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the amenities and teaching staff at a golf facility. Takeaways * Coaching Boom * Career Journey Purposeful practice * Understanding the facts of the situation * Competitive nature of golf among pro athletes Tee selection should be based on driving distance multiplied by 25, and playing shorter tees until a target score is achieved is recommended. * Improving short game skills and putting can significantly impact a player's score, especially for higher handicappers. * Reading greens is an educated guess that improves with experience and is influenced by other skills like start line control and speed control. * The golf facility discussed offers a wide range of amenities and has a highly regarded teaching staff. Chapters * 00:00 The Significance of a Pre-Shot Routine * 26:23 Competitive Nature of Golf Among Pro Athletes * 49:32 Playing Experience and Golf Course Amenities

Ep.6 | Hall of Fame Sportswriter and Author, Larry Bohannon

The conversation delves into the rich history of desert golf and its impact on the Coachella Valley. It explores Larry Bohannon's journey, the influence of COVID-19 on golf, the significance of the Dinah Shore Course, and the efforts to bring back the LPGA to Indian Wells. The discussion provides valuable insights into the historical and contemporary significance of golf in the region. The conversation delves into the impact of sponsorship on golf tournaments, the challenges faced by tournaments due to sponsorship, the legacy of Arnold Palmer and the LPGA, the role of sponsorship in women's golf, the LPGA Hall of Fame and player requirements, the impact of senior golf tournaments, the rise and fall of golf tournaments, and insights from Annika Sorenstam. The conversation delved into the world of golf, highlighting the impact of legendary golfers, the significance of the Ryder Cup, unconventional golf swings, the quirks of golf tournaments, the one-way miss in golf, reflections on a career in journalism and golf, the influence of a journalist on the community, the power of a writer's words, the significance of prostate cancer awareness, memorable Ryder Cup stories, and the impact of personal stories and connections in journalism. Takeaways * Desert golf history * Impact of golf on the Coachella Valley Sponsorship impact on golf tournaments * Evolution of golf tournaments and players Golf legends and their impact * The significance of the Ryder Cup Chapters * 00:00 Introduction and Desert Golf History * 05:15 Larry Bohannon's Journey and Desert Golf Scene * 14:15 Efforts to Bring Back LPGA to Indian Wells * 22:23 The Legacy of Arnold Palmer and the LPGA * 28:00 The LPGA Hall of Fame and Player Requirements * 35:25 The Rise and Fall of Golf Tournaments * 41:28 Legendary Golfers and Their Impact * 47:17 The Legacy of Dinah Shore * 52:18 The Influence of a Journalist on the Community * 01:01:14 The Ryder Cup and Golf Tournaments

Dave Stockton: Career Stories, A New Teaching Aid That Will Blow Your Mind, The Ryder Cup and more!

In this engaging interview, legendary golfer and instructor, Dave Stockton shares insights on the latest golf technology, putting techniques, and memorable career moments. Discover how innovative tools like the Genius Ball are transforming golf instruction and hear captivating stories from his illustrious career.

Ep. 4 | Impacts of Golf

In this episode of 'The Pro and The Hack', hosts David Mulso and Rich Gilgallen explore various themes surrounding golf, including its impact on nonprofits, the mental aspects of the game, the importance of pre-shot routines, and memorable stories from golfing legends. They discuss how golf not only serves as a sport but also as a means of socialization and personal development, emphasizing the mental toughness required to excel in the game. The conversation is enriched with anecdotes and insights that highlight the unique relationship between golf and life lessons.