Two-time Masters champion Ben Crenshaw joins golf course builder Jim Urbina and Golf Digest architecture editor Derek Duncan to discuss his long time partnership with architect Bill Coore and the beliefs and impulses that define the many courses they’ve built, from Sand Hills to Friar’s Head to Bandon Trails, all the way through to their…
Larry Lambrecht has been one of golf’s most prolific and talented photographers for over 30 years. He’s shot golf courses and tournaments, as well as Super Bowls, World Series and other major sporting events, for virtually ever major publication. He’s also published a number of books and club histories along with his course photography, including,…
Spoke with Michael Hurdzan today about a variety of interesting topics. Very interesting conversation! I hope to have the podcast up on Monday.
Had a lively and entertaining conversation tonight with Robert Trent Jones II, discussing topics like the opening of Hogs Head near Waterville in Ireland, the reception of Chambers Bay during the U.S. Open and the enduring legacy of his father. Look for the podcast to go live this weekend.
Will be speaking shortly with Rod Whitman, the designer behind the highly-lauded Cabot Links course on Canada’s Cape Breton Island (rated no. 43 and no. 96 in the world by Golf Digest and Golf Magazine, respectively). Keep an eye out toward the end of the week for when the podcast goes live.
Coming Soon: A discussion with Steve Smyers is one of the most talented, knowledgable and friendliest designers in the business. He spoke with me about his newest course, Maridoe Golf Club in Dallas, as well modern technology, the effect of spin and his experience studying the world’s great golf courses. Episode to post on Monday.
Just had a great talk with Keith Rhebb, designer and shaping specialist with Coore & Crenshaw, as well as architect, along with partner Riley Johns, behind the fantastic remodel of the 9-hole Winter Park (Florida) GC. Look for the episode to be up by Friday.
I’ll be speaking soon to Ron Prichard, golf course architect and one of the most respected historic restoration specialists in the business (we’ll find out if he approves or disapproves of that term). I’m sure it will be a lively chat — check back in next week for the discussion.
Just had a great talk with Bill Bergin, an architect who’s really finding his stride right now and working on some fascinating projects. Look for the show to be up and live early next week.
Architect Bobby Weed and I were scheduled to talk last week for an upcoming episode of Feed the Ball, until Hurricane Irma blew chaos into both our lives. He’s now traveling and repairing damage to his property near Ponte Vedra, but I’ll be catching up with him soon. Be on the lookout for the latest podcast…