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Thursday, March 11, 2010
A special hour with newly-appointed Commissioner
of the LPGA Michael Whan. His primary focus will
be to enhance business relationships, increased
exposure for the players and maximizing the
LPGA experience for its fans. Michael has a
background in sports working for Wilson Sporting
Goods, TaylorMade Golf and Mission Hockey.
website: http://www.lpga.com
Thursday, March 04, 2010
David Dusek is the Deputy Editor at Golf.com.
Prior, he was the Associate Editor at Golf Magazine.
He is responsible for running the day-to-day operations
of the Web site for Golf Magazine and SI Golf Plus.
David attended both Saint Lawrence University and
Syracuse. He helped author "Private Lessons."
Website: http://www.golf.com/www.golfmagazine.com
Ron Sirak is the Executive Editor of Golf World
Magazine. He also contributes to GolfWorld.com. He
serves as the President of the MGWA since August, 2008.
Ron has won numerous awards from the Golf Writers
Association of America. He is the author of "Every
Shot Must Have a Purpose." He resides in Bridgeport,
Connecticut.
Website: http://www.golfworld.com
Thursday, February 25, 2010
Dr. Joe Parent is a best-selling author and PGA
Tour Instructor. He is considered one of the best
mental game coaches in golf. Dr. Parent incorporates
the practice of Buddhism in his teachings as well as
traditional mental game philosophies. He teaches at
both L.A. Country Club and at Ojai Valley Inn & Spa.
e-mail: info@zengolf.com
Website: http://www.zengolf.com
Gloria Allred is perhaps the
country's best-known feminist attorney. She has been involved
in some of country's most high-profile cases, such as O.J. Simpson,
Robert Blake and Scott Peterson. She now represents a number of
females that were involved in the Tiger Woods' scandel which
has happened over the last 3 months.
Website: http://www.gloriaallred.com
Thursday, February 18, 2010
Norm Clarke is a long-time newspaper columnist.
He writes for the Las Vegas Review Journal with
his weekly column "Vegas Confidential." Norm has
been one of the few journalists in the country
that has continually been supplied insider information
about the continuing Tiger Woods scandels, which
he will discuss on this week’s program.
E-mail: norm@reviewjournal.com
Website: www.reviewjournal.com
Travis Fulon is the Director of Education for
all of the PGA Tour Academy facilities and is the
Head Instructor at the Tour Academy at the World
Golf Village in Florida. He also is a contributing
writer for PGATour.com, Golf Illistrated and others.
He has worked with and taught alongside many of the
Top 100 Instructors in the country.
website: www.pgatourexperiences.com
Thursday, February 11, 2010
A special hour with Peter Kessler, known as "The Voice
of Golf." Peter is a radio/television broadcaster, golf
historian and journalist as well as an award-winning voiceover
artist. Peter was co-founder and president of The Perfect Golf
Company, the first compnay to offer hybrid golf clubs.
Peter hosts "Making the Turn" which is aired on Sirius XM
Sattelite radio.
E-mail: peterkessler@me.com
Website:www.pgatourradio.com
Thursday, February 4, 2010
LPGA Teaching instructor Peggy Gustafson
is the owner/operator of GolfTec in Peoria,
Arizona. and is rated among the Top 5 facilities
in the country. Peggy will discuss the advantages
between learning golf indoors vs. outdoors
and the use of their proprietary swing information.
Website:www.golftec.com
Brady Riggs is a Top 100 Teacher ranked by Golf Digest.
He ia also a Senior Playing Editor for Golf Tips
Magazine. Brady is the Director of Instruction at
Woodley Lakes Golf Club in Van Nuys, California. He
instructs Tour Professionals and the top amatuers in
Southern California.
Website:www.bradyriggs.com
Thursday, January 28, 2010
A special live broadcast from the PGA
Merchandise Show in Orlando, Florida, where
over 1,000 vendors will exhibit. The
line-up of guests include equipment expert
Frank Thomas, golf's mental expert Rick
Sessinghaus, Top 100 Instructor Rick Smith
and more. The show is held annualy at the
Orange County Convention Center.
Website:www.reedexpo.com
Thursday, January 21, 2010
Al Barkow is an award-winning golf writer and
journalist. He has written a number of top-selling
golf books and is a Senior Editor for Golf Tips
Magazine. Al was formally the Editor-in-Chief for both
Golf Magazine and Golf Illistrated Magazine. He has
a new on-line book entiled "The Final Word on Putting."
Al lives and works in Northern California.
Journalist Ryan Herrington is a Senior Writer for
Golf World Magazine. Since 1997, Ryan has covered
the college and amatuer beat for Golf World and now
currently cover PGA Tour events as well as golf's
Major Championships. Ryan is quite knowledgeable about
all facets of the business of golf.
Website:www.golfworld.com
Thursday, January 14, 2010
PGA Tour instructor Charlie King is the
teaching professional for Reynolds Golf
Academy and is the Founder and CEO of
UnCommon Golf, The Golf Instruction Company.
Charlie is a former Top 100 Instructor and
has been teaching golf for 16 years. His
top-selling book "Golf's Red Zone" is also
co-written by Top 100 Instructor Rob Akins.
Website:www.reynoldsplantation.com
Rick George is the Executive Vice President
and Chief of Operations for the PGA Tour.
He served previously as the President of the
Champions Tour. All elements of the day-to-day
management of the PGA Tour events are under
his supervision. He is a member of ghe PGA
Tour's Executive Committee.
Website:www.pgatour.com
Thursday, January 7, 2010
Al Barkow is an award-winning writer and
columnist and top selling author. Barkow
was the former Editor-in-Chief for Golf
Magazine and Golf Illistrated. He currently
is the Editor-at-Large for Golf Illistrated.
Al was one of the original writers for Shell's
Wonderful World of Golf.
E-mail: abark@sbcglobal.com
Chris George is the Head of Instruction
at the famed Kingsmill Resort & Spa rated
as one of the Top 25 schools in the country.
Chris teaches a number of Tour professionals
and specializes in the shortgame. His teaching
philosophy is that "there is more then 1 perfect
golf swing."
Website:www.kingsmill.com
Thursday, December 17, 2009
A special 1-hour program with James
Vernon, President of the United States
Golf Association. Mr. Vernon leads the
association's professional staff and nearly
1,400 volunteers. Mr. Vernon works and resides
in Southern California and runs his family
wholesale jewerly business.
Website:www.usga.org
Thursday, December 10, 2009
Yahoo Sports golf writer Jay Busbee is
the Editor of Devil Ball Golf which chronicles
all aspects of the game of golf and highlights
player personalities. Jay has a great background
in sports writing and knows and understands the
game and personalities involved in golf.He works
and lives in the greater Atlanta, Georgia area.
Website:www.devilballgolf.com
Canadian Hall of Fame member Dan Halldorson
is the Deputy Executive Director of the
Canadian Tour. Dan is a winner on both the
U.S. Pga Tour as well as a 7-time winner on the
Canadian Tour. A past President of the Canadian Tour,
Dan won the Canadian Tour Order of Merit in 1983.
He now lives in Cambridge, Illinois.
Website:www.danhalldorson.com
Thursday, December 3, 2009
The Annual “Gift for Golfers” Christmas show
will feature 5 unique, novel, practical
golf items that would make great Christmas
gifts. Featured are (1) The RoboCup (2) The
Mojo (3) ActiveWrap (4) The Tour Striker and
(5) The Tin Cup.All available in time for the
holidays.
Thursday, November 19, 2009
Curt Byrum is a former PGA Tour winner
and now is one of the lead analyst for
the Golf Channel. He covers both PGA and
Champions Tour events and plays in selected
Tour events throughout the year. Curt's brother,
Tom Byrum, also plays on the PGA Tour.
Website:www.thegolfchannel.com
Jeffrey S. Rosenblum is an attorney in
Memphis, TN and represents PGA Tour player
Doug Barron who was recently suspended for
1-year for violating the Tour's drug policy.
Mr. Rosenblum is suing the PGA Tour in hopes
of overturing the decision and setting new
policy guidlines for drug testing by the Tour.
Thursday, November 12, 2009
A special 1-hour show with 2 of America's
premiere golf mental coaches. Dr. Patrick
Cohn is the Founder of Peak Performance Sports
that instills confidence and composure to PGA
Tour players. Rick Sessinghaus is an expert
on mindset principals that makes or breaks
performance both on and off the golf course.
Both are Mental Game Coaching Professionals.
E-mail: rick@ricksessinghaus.com
Website:www.ricksessinghaus.com
Website:www.peaksportsnetwork.com
Thursday, November 5, 2009
Matt Rudy is a Golf Digest Senior Writer. Matt
as won numerous awards for his investigative and
travel stories for Golf Digest, Golf World and
Golfdigest.com. Rudy is an author or co-author
of 12 books including :”Classic Golf Instruction”
and “Classic Golf Tips.” Matt has an MBA in Management
and lives with his family in Connecticut.
Website:www.golfdigest.com
PGA Teaching Instructor Mark Kackett was
voted as one of the TOP 100 Teacher in America.
He currently is the Director of Instruction at
Old Palm Golf Club in Palm Beach Gardens, Florids.
Mark has worked with numerous golf instruction
iocons like Bob Toski, Paul Runyan and Peter Kostis.
His philosophy is to make his students understand
the “cause and effect” of swinging the golf club.
E-mail: mphgolf@msn.com
Website:www.golfdigest.com
Thursday, October 29, 2009
A special 1-hour show with PGA Tour
player and shortgame guru Stan Utley.
Stan has authored a new book entitled
"The Art of Scoring" which talks about
shortgame strategy. Stan has also be
voted one of "America's 10 Greatest
Teachers" by Golf Digest.
Website:www.stanutley.com
Website:www.penguin.com
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Jay Busbee is the national golf writer for
Yahoo Sports. Jay's daily column "Devil
Ball Golf" covers every aspect of golf and
is informative, humerous and insightful. Jay
has won numerous awards for his writings. He
lives and works in the Atlanta, Georgia area.
E-mail: jay.busbee@yahoo.com
Website:www.devilballgolf.com
Bill Bales is the CEO of Ohio-based aboutGolf
which is an industry leader in golf simulator
technology. He has written an article entitled
"The Greatest Day in Golf" which talks about
golf being played in the up-coming 2016 Olympics
and how he thinks the game will be changed forever.
Website:www.aboutGolf.com
Thursday, October 15, 2009
A special 2-hour remote from TPC Summerlin for
the Justin Timberlake Shriners Tournament featuring
PGA Tour player Kevin Streelman, leader in the
Kodak Challenge, and PGA Tour player and former
winner of this event Troy Matteson. Also joining
us will be the General Manager of TPC Summerlin
Mr. Chuck Bombard and other guests.
Website:www.pgatour.com
Thursday, October 1, 2009
A special hour devoted to the Justin Timberlake
Shriner's tournement at TPC Summerlin October
15-18th. We will speak with new Tournament Director
Adam Sperling, PGA Tour player Charlie Hoffman,
Nick Watney, Rocco Mediate and Jeff Cochran to get
some insight into the event and the golf course.
Website:www.pgatour.com
Website:www.jtshrinersopen.com
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Author Ann Kelly lives in Alberta, Canada, and describes
herself as "an average golfer." she has authored 2 books
entitled "Ready...Set...Golf!" which is a guide for young
golfers and "Feeling Naked on the First Tee" which is a
guide for new women players. She is a member of several
clubs. She has a background in teaching Physical Education.
E-mail: ann.kelly@shaw.ca
Website:www.newwomengolfers.com
Ron Sirak is a Senior Writer for Golf World Magazine.
Ron is considered an "expert" when covering the LPGA
Tour and has also written many articles speaking to
the possibility of golf become an Olympic sport in
the up-coming 2016 Olympics. Ron has won numerous
journalisim awards througout his long writing career.
Website:www.golfdigest.com
Thursday, September 17, 2009
LPGA Commissioner Martha Evans is a retired
U.S. Navy Rear Admiral after serving for nearly
30 years. She has also served in leadership positions
with the American Red Cross and Girl Scouts of the USA.
Martha served on the LPGA Advisory Council and began
serving on the LPGA Board before being promoted.
Website:www.lpga.com
Chip Koehlke is the Director of Instructional
Golf Course Superintendent Ralph Kepple has been
at the famed East Lake Golf Club since 1992. He has
overseen preperation for 8 Tour Championships as well
as numerous other amatuer championship events.
Ralph's areas of expertise include "tournament preparation"
and "golf course rennovation work."
Website:www.eastlakegolfclub.com
Thursday, August 27, 2009
Rick Sessinghaus is known as "Golf's Mental
Coach." Rick is an expert in mindset principles
and instructs golfers on all levels - from juniors
to Tour players. He is the author of the top-selling
book "The Ultimate Mind Game." Rick is the Director
of Instruction at Chevy Chase CC in Glendale, CA.
E-mail: rick@ricksessinghaus.com
Website:www.ricksessinghaus.com
Chip Koehlke is the Director of Instructional
Programs for the Nick Faldo Golf Institute in
Orlando, Florida. Chip helped opened the
facility in 1997. Chip brings more then 18 years
of teaching experience to his students that include
amatuers, PGA Tour players, LPGA, Senior PGA and
Europena Tour players.
E-mail: chip.koehlke@vacationclub.com
Website:www.faldogolfinstitute.com
Thursday, August 13, 2009
PGA Tour instructor Matt Killen was voted one of the
best "Under 40" instructors in the country. He currently
teaches Tour players Kenny Perry, J.B. Holmes, Shaun
Micheel and Paul Azinger as well as hundreds of amatuer
players. Matt is the co-founder of Putt.com, a leading
golf news and blog website.
Website:www.putt.com
Website:www.killengolf.com
Jim Nichol is the Head Superintendant at the famed
Hazeltine National Golf Club, home of the 91st
PGA Championship. Jim oversees the daily maintenance
of the golf course and supervises a crew of 50. Jim
is a longtime member of the GCSAA and has held
similar positions at other top golf courses throughout
the country.
Website:www.hngc.com
Friday, August 7, 2009
A special Friday edition from the beautiful
Pine Canyon Golf Club located in Northern
Arizona's high country in Flagstaff. Pine Canyon
features a fantastic Jay Moorish 18-hole golf
course surrounded by the Coconino National
Forest. We'll speak with the President of Pine Canyon,
the Director of Golf and the Head Superintendant.
Website:www.pinecanyon.net
Thursday, July 30, 2009
Matt Rudy is a Senior Writer for Golf Digest. Rudy joined
Golf Digest in 1999 as an Assistant Editor. He is the author
or co-author of 11 books, ten of them on golf.
He has appeared on numerous tv and radio shows including
ESPN Radio and Fox News. Rudy holds an MBA in
management from Fairfield University.
Website:www.golfdigest.com
Charlie King is a Top 100 Instructor and is a teaching
professional at Nantucket Golf Club and Founder
and CEO of UnCommon Golf. Charlie has been a golf
instructor for 16 years and has garnered many awards
and recognistions. His newest book "Golf's Red Zone"
was co-authored with Rob Aikens.
Website:www.boothmedia.com
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Golf course designer Gregory Muirhead has worked
for the famed Rees Jones since 1984 and has been
involved with the design or redesign of over 60 courses
throughout the United States - many award-winning such
as Bethpage State Park, Cog Hill G.C., East Lake G.C.,
Greenbrier C.C. and Legend Trail in Scottsdale, AZ. He
is a member of the ASGCA since 1989.
Website:www.reesjonesinc.com
Brady Riggs is a Top 100 Instructor and a Senior Instructor
Editor for Golf Tips Magazine. He is the Director of Instruction
at the Woodley Lakes Golf Club in Van Nuys, CA. Brady teaches
touring professionals from all of our major tours as well as top
amatuers in the Southern California area. He is qa graduate of
Cal State Northridge with a degree in Kineisology.
Website:www.inpractis.com
Thursday, July 16, 2009
PGA Tour player Hunter Mahan had a standout
college carrer and has taken that to the PGA Tour.
He has won over $2 million dollars in 3 straight years.
he won the 2007 Travelers Championship and has
several 2nd place finishes on Tour. Touted as having
one of the best swings on Tour and a solid ball striker.
Website:www.pgatour.com
Golf Journalist Al Barkow has been writing about
golf for over 46 years. He has won numerous awards
for his golf articles as well as his golf instructional books.
A fomer Editor-in-Chief for both Golf Magazinr and Golf
Illistrated. Al was one of the original writers for Shell's
Wonderful World of Golf series.
E-mail: abark@sbcglobal.net
Thursday, July 9, 2009
Basketball icon Jerry West is the new Executive
Director for the Northern Trust Open at Riviera
Country Club. Jerry was hired to help promote
additional exposure as well as sponsorship for the
event. Jeryy is working in conjunction with the
Los Angeles Junior Chamber of Commerice.
Website:www.pgatour.com
Ryan Herrington is a Senior Writer for GolfWorld
Magazine. He joined Golf Digest Publications in 1995.
Ryan attends several Tour events, including Majors,
and will discuss the up-coming British Open being
played at Turnberry, Scotland. He is a Golf Writers
Association of America Award recipient.
Website:www.golfdigest.com
Thursday, July 2, 2009
Patrick J. Cohn, Ph.D. is a renowned sports psychology
expert who works with many current PGA Tour players.
He is the innovator of Peak Performance Sports. Patrick
is also a recognized author as well as sought after speaker.
He has been featured in many golf publications and has
served as a commentator for The Golf Channel.
E-mail: partickjcohn@peaksports.com
Website:www.peakperformancesports.com
Phil Ritson is one of the most recognized golf instructors
in the world. He has obtained "Emeritus Status" as a Top
100 Teacher for Life. He has been instructing golf for over
60 years after having a very successful professional
competitive bqackground. He is recognized as having taught
more touring professionals then anyone.
E-mail: golfyourway@aol.com
Website:www.golfmyway.com
Thursday, June 25, 2009
Pamela Swensen is the Chief Executive Officer
for the Executive Women's Golf Association. She
oversess the coast-to-coast operations and administration
of the 124 Chapters with over 18,000 members. Pam
received a Masters of Science in Communications
from Boston University. She lives in Palm Beach Gardens, Fl.
E-mail: Pam_Swensen@ewga.com
Website:www.ewga.com
Jack Kuykendall is a former Top 100 Teacher. Jack
is the innovator of Natural Golf and now operates
Lever-Power Golf system. Jack is credited with
inventing many, many devises to help the golf swing
and is considered "Golf's #1 Scientific Teacher."
Jack lives and teaches in Phoenix, Arizona.
Website: www.kuykendallgolf.com
Thursday, June 11, 2009
Ron Kaspriske is the digest editor for
Golf Digest Magazine, overseeing the coverage
on rules, ediquette, style & advise. He has
authored a new book entitled " What's a Golfer
To Do?" a compilation of 343 tips and tricks
from some of the best teaching and playing pros.
Website: www.golfdigest.com
www.artisanbooks.com
Touring Professional Bobby Clampett and CBS
analysis now operates his new golf schools
called "Impact Zone Golf Schools." His first
school is at Quail Lodge Resort & Golf Club
in Carmel, California. This follows the writing
of his book "The Impact Zone."
Website: www.impactzonegolf.net
Thursday, June 4, 2009
Craig Currier is the Head Superintendent at
Beth Page Black site of the 2009 US Open.
Craig oversees all courses at Beth Page, the
first public course to host an Open. He is
an 18-year member of the GCSAA and a Class
A golf superintendent. This will be his
second US Open overseeing 100 volunteeers.
Website: nysparks.state.ny.us
Tom Abbott is an Anchor/Reporter for The
Golf Channel. Tom is a United Kingdom native.
Tom started playing golf at age 10 and
accepted a golf scholarship to Mercer
University. He has also worked for CBS in
Atlanta and in Charlottesville, Va.
E-mail: tomabbott@golfchannelclub.com
Website: www.thegolfchannel.com
Thursday, May 28, 2009
Scott Munroe is a Golf Magazine Top 100 Instructor.
He has over 30 years in the golf industry teaching
both amateurs and professionals. He has held teaching
positions at a number of high-end golf resorts both
in the United States and abroad. He currently teaches
at the Nantucket Golf Club.
E-mail: scott@moneygolf.net
Website: www.moneygolf.net
Dr. Joe Parent is considered as one of the top
mental coaches in golf. He has also authored
numerous books about the mental side of the game
starting with the top-seller Zen Golf. He teaches
at the famed facility Ojai Golf Resort in California.
E-mail: info@zengolf.com
Website: www.zengolf.com
Wednesday, May 20, 2009
A special Wednesday edition from the famed Quail Lodge
Resort & Golf Club in Carmel, California. An interview
with PGA Tour player/tv analyst Bobby Clampett who is
opening his new Impact Golf School as well as the
Director of Instruction Top 50 Teacher Katherine Marren
and Ben Doyle. In addition to fine dinning, Quail
Lodge offers great amenities such as a spa and tennis.
Website: www.quaillodge.com
Website: www.impactgolfschool.com
Thursday, May 14, 2009
A special hour with golf columnist Jay Busbee
who writes for Yahoo.com and Devil Ball Golf.com
Jay has a vast background in covering golf and is
very conversant on all fasects of the game including
players, venues and the business of the Tour. He lives
and works in the Atlanta area and admits to being
"a terrible golfer."
Website: www.yahoo.com
Website: www.devilball.com
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
Scott Gummer is the author of 2 books and is
a contributor to more then forty magazines,
including Vanity Fair and Sports Illustrated.
His newest book "Homer Kelley's Golfing
Machine" chronicles one of golf's most unlikely
genius with the development of the perfect golf
swing based on science and engineering.
Website: www.scottgummer.com
Rob Turner is the Director of Golf at the
famed Carmel Valley Ranch Resort located in
beautiful Carmel, California. CVR boosts an
award-winning 18-hole golf course designed by
Pete Dye. This 400-acre facility offers great
golf amenities like a golf school, multiple
practice areas and a fully equipped pro shop.
Website: www.carmelvalleyranch.com
Wednesday, April 29, 2009
A special 1-hour remote from Carmel Valley Ranch
in beautiful Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA. This Award-winning
property features a Pete Dye designed 18-hole golf course,
fitness center, tennis and award-winning dining. Carmel
Valley Ranch is cradled in the Santa Lucia Mountains and
is the ideal get-away golf resort. Rated amoung the "Best
US Golf Resorts" by Travel & Leisure Magazine.
Website: www.carmelvalleyranch.com
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
Ian O'Connor is a nationally acclaimed sportswriter
who has won dozens of national awards for his
journalistic efforts including twice named the
number-one sports columnist in America. His new
book "Arnie & Jack" chronicles 5 decades of friendship
and competition between these 2 icons of golf.
Website: www.ian-oconnor.com
PGA Tour Instructor Brady Riggs is a Top
100 Instructor in America. He is currently the
Director of Instruction at Woodley Lakes Golf
Club in Southern California. His students include
winners on all of the major tours as well as
several high-profile celebrities.
Website: www.inpractis.com
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
A special hour with golf icon Ken Venturi who has
14 Tour wins and won the U.S. Open in 1964. Ken was
the Captain of the winning U.S. President's Cup team
in 2000. A new book entitled "The Match" chronicles
"the greatest money match" ever played between Venturi,
Ben Hogan, Byron Nelson and Harvey Ward at Cypress point.
Website: www.hyperionbooks.com
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
A special remote from The Boulders Resort
& Golden Door Spa in Carefree, Arizona. The resort
features two 18-hole golf courses designed by Jay
Morrish, tennis courts and shopping. Special guest
will be the Director of Golf of the Boulders Golf
Academy Donald Crawley, who is rated a Top 100
instructor by Golf Digest.
Website: www.theboulders.com
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
PGA Teaching professional Hank Gardner is the
Director of Instruction at the famed Whisper Rock
Golf Club in Scottsdale, Arizona. A former college
player standout at ASU, Hank was named the PGA Teacher
of the Year in 2006. He has held is current position
since 2005.
Website: www.whisperrockgolf.com
Canadians Jonathan & Cathie Weaver just set the
Guiness World record for the most rounds of golf
played in a single year. They played 210 courses
in Canada and 210 courses in America. They are
raising money for Ronald McDonald House Charities
in Canada and the United States.
Website: www.golf400.com
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
PGA Tour rookie Webb Simpson turned professional
after a stellar amatuer career at Wake Forest. He
finished T-7 at Q-School to obtain his PGA Tour card.
Webb is a 3-time All American at Wake Forest. He was
also a member of the 2007 Walker Cup and Palmer Cup.
He currently sits at No. 45 on the Money List.
Website: www.pgatour.com
Mark J. Woodward is the Chief Executive Officer for the
Golf Course Superintendents Association of America. Prior,
he served as the golf operations manager for the City
of San Diego. He is the first golf course superintendent
to serve as their CEO. Woodward has been named by Golf, Inc.
as one of the most powerful people in golf. He resides in
Lawrence, Kansas with his family.
Website: www.gcsaa.com
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
John Garrity is a senior writer for Sports
Illistrated. John is the recipiant of the GWAA Award
and is a regular contributor to such publications like
Golf Magazine and Travel + Leisure Golf. His newest
book is entitled "Ancestral Links" published
by the Penguin Group.
Website: www.si.com
Top 100 Instructor Scott Munroe is the Director of
Instruction at the Adios Golf Club in Florida. Scott
brings over 30 years of experience to his clients. A
former Australian PGA Tour player, Scott has worked
with and conducted golf clinics with the likes of
Mike Adams and Jim Flick.
E-mail: moneygolf@hotmail.com
Website: www.adiosgolfclub.org
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
PGA Teaching Professional Kellie Stenzel is ranked
as a Top 50 instructor. Kellie has authored 3 instrctional
books for women. Kellie played professionally for 5 years
on several tours around the world. She has been teaching
for over 15 years in both New York and Florida.
Website: www.kelliestenzelgolf.com
PGA Tour teacher Eddie Merrins is known as the "Little Pro."
While winning several regional PGA and Open titles, Eddie
has devoted to teaching at the famed Bel-Air Country Club since
1962. Eddie has authored 2 top-selling instructional books and
has an extensive video series called "Swing the Handle."
Website: www.eddiemerrins.com
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
PGA Tour Master Professional Don Trahan is
best known as the "Swing Surgeon" and is ranked
in the Top 50 instructors in America. He has
authored popular instruction books and writes
articles for golf publications. He is the father
and coach of PGA Tour player DJ Trahan.
Website: www.peakperformancegolfswing.com
PGA teaching professional Bruce Patterson is the Head Golf Professional. at the famed Butler National
Golf Club in Oak Brook, Illinois. He is a Top 100
instructor by Golf Magazine and writes many
instructional articles for the magazine.
Website: www.golfmagazine.com
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
LPGA Tour player Cindy Rarick has 5 career victories.
Cindy graduated from the University of Hawaii where
in 1978 she won the Hawaii Women's Match Play and
in 1979 captured the hawaii Stroke Play Championship.
Cindy currently resides in Tuscon, Arizona and also
competes in the Legends Tour for Women.
Website: www.lpga.com
Jay Busbee is the Editor of Yahoo! Sports Devil
Ball Golf blog. Jay is also a regular contributor
to magazines and various websites including ESPN.com
and Esquire .com. Jay has an honest and refreshing style
of blogging covering about every aspect of the game
of golf. He currently resides in Atlanta, Georgia.
Website: www.devilballgolf.com
Wednesday, February 11, 2009
Golf course designer Ted Robinson, Jr. joined the
family design firm in 1991. He has been involved in the
design of both international and domestic designs including
Tuscany Hills in Henderson, Nevada. His father, Ted, was
one of the most respected designers in the business. Ted, Jr.
has a Masters Degree in Business Administration and is
headquarted in Southern California.
E-mail: ted@robinsongolf.com
Website: www.robinsongolf.com
PGA Tour instructor Travis Fulton is the Director of
Education for all Tour Academy facilities and is the
Head Instructor for the PGA Tour Academy at the World
Golf Village in Florida. He is currently a contributing writer
for PGATOUR.COM and Golf Illustrated. Travis oversees the
instruction philosophy and implementation of training and
development at the Academies.
Website: www.pgatourexperience.com
Wednesday, February 4, 2009
Jay Busbee is the Editor of Devil Ball which is
the golf blog for Yahoo!Sports. Jay blogs just about
everything happening in golf which includes players,
tournaments and the coverage each receives from various
television networks. He is known for having a bit
of an edge in his writings. He lives and works in Atlanta.
Website: www.devilball.com
PGA Tour Instructor Derek Nannen is the Director of
Instruction at Eagle Mountain Golf Academy in Scottsdale,
Arizona. Derek has taught with several Top 100 Instructors
like Jim Flick, Jim McLean and Hank Haney. He has competed
both on the Nationwide Tour and PGA Tour. He says his
golf philosophy is "both informative and simple.".
Website: www.nannengolf.com
Website: www.eaglemountaingolfclub.com
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Stina Sternberg is a Senior Editor for
Golf Disgest and an Editor for Golf Digest
Women. Stina has extensive television experience
with hosting various shows airing on The Golf
Channel. She is a certified clubfitter and a
former head professional and pro shop owner.
website: www.golfdigest.com
Mike Johnson is the Equipment Editor for Golf World Magazine.
His area of expertise includes new products and equipment
with an emphasis on equipment trends for Tour players. Mike was
the former equipment editor for Golf World Business. Mike has
a degree from Boston University and lives in Brookfield,
Conneticut with his family.
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Website: www.golfworld.com
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
Frank Thomas is one of the world's leading experts
on golf equipment. Franks was the former Technical
Director for the USGA. He is credited with also
inventing the graphite shaft. He has authored 2 best-
selling books "Dear Frank" and "Just Hit It." He is
based on Orlando, Florida.
website: www.franklygolf.com
Hall of Fame player Sandra Haynie has 42 wins on the
LPGA including 4 Major Championships. Shw finsihed in
the Top-10 Money List from 1963 to 1975. Sandra was
voted Player of the Year in 1970 and inducted into
the Hall of Fame in 1977. She resides and works in
Fort Worth, Texas.
website: www.lpga.com
Wednesday, January 7, 2009
Donald Crawley is a Top 100 Instructor and is the Director of Golf at the famed Boulders Resort. Donald served in the same capacity for the John Jacobs' Golf Schools for 20 years. He is also the President and CEO of GolfSimplified, Inc.
Website: www.theboulders.com
Website: www.golfsimplified.com
PGA Tour player Scott McCarron will discuss the mental part of the game with his longtime mental coach Dr. Glen Albaugh. A graduate of UCLA, Scott is a 3-time on Tour. Dr Albaugh is a sports psychologist and is the author of "Winning the Battle Within." He works in Stockton, California.
Website: www.pgatour.com
Website: www.wbwgolf.com
Wednesday, December 17, 2008
Ron Sirak is the Senior Editor of GolfWorld Magazine. Few golf writers know more about the players and events then Ron. He has covered professional golf for decades and has an intimate relationship with many players on all of our Major Tours. Ron will recap the 2008 PGA Tour season and share his insights and thoughts for 2009.
website: www.golfworld.com
Bob Bouchier is the Executive Director for the California Alliance of Golf in California. Bob is spearheading an effort to stop an effort to impose additional taxes on the golf industry in California that faces a massive budget shortfall. Bob is also involved with the Northern California Golf Association.
E-mail: bob@ncga.org
Website: www.ncga.org
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
PGA Tour player Marc Turnesa won the 2008 Justin Timberlale/Shriners Hospital tournament in Las Vegas for his 1st win. Previously he spent a year on the Nationwide Tour. Marc comes from a well-known golf family that that compiled a PGA Championship win as well as 6 PGA Tour victories. Marc is a graduate of North Carolina State.
website: www.pgatour.com
Nick Marino is the co-inventor of the G-4 Swing Trainer which is a training aid used to help stretch the muscles while developing strength and flexibility. It can beused on the golf course or in your home or office. The product is endorsed by PGA Tour star Tom Lehman who is a part owner of the company.
website: www.g4swingtrainer.com
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
A special 1-hour Christmas Gift Show which will feature various golf training aids that are both practical and affordable for the golfer(s) in your life. They are: The Swing Speed Radar; The Club Cradle; The Balanced Golfer and various versions of The Putting Arc.
Website: www.swingspeedradar.com
Website: www.clubcradle.com
Website: www.theputtingarc.com
Website: www.thebalancedgolfer.com
Wednesday, November 26, 2008
Jim Keenan is the Marketing Director for AHEAD, a designer for branded headwear, apparel and accessories. Prior, Jim was the President of a marketing firm whose clients included the PGA Tour and NFL. Jim was the Vice-President of Marketing for Citibank Visa and started the NFL Visa program. He lives with his family in New bedford, Massachusetts.
Website: www.ahead.com
Al Barkow has been involved with the game of golf for over 40 years. He has authored numerous top-selling books about golf and currently writes articles for several golf publications. Al was an associate producer and writer for the original Shell's Wonderful World of Golf series. Al has a unique insight into the world and business of golf through his many associations with players and other writers.
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Top 100 Instructor Shawn Humphries is the Director of Instruction at the Cowboys Golf Club in Grapevine, TX. He is also a contributing writer for Golf Magazine. Prior, Shawn oversaw instruction at the famed Byron Nelson Golf School. He is also the Principal of On Par Productions which tailors golf programs for corporations.
Website: www.shawnhumphries.com
Sean Cochran is one of the most recognized golf fitness coaches in the world. A former baseball fitness coach, Sean now works with premiere Tour professionals such as Phil Mickelson, Hee Won Han, Corey Pavin and Shawn Micheel. Sean uses Bio-Kinetics in his programs. He has written a number of top-selling conditioning books and produced several fitness DVD's.
Website: www.seancochran.com
Wednesday, November 12, 2008
A special hour with 2 Champion Long Drive competitors. Mike Dobbyn is the current World Long Drive Record holder and the 2007 Remax Long Drive Champion. Brad Peterson is the former Wolrd Record Holder and was the first golfer in history to drive a ball over 500 yards. Mike Dobbyn was the LDA Rookie of the Year in 2004.
E-mail: (Mike Dobbyn) mooseDL@yahoo.com
Website: (Mike Dobbyn) www.mikedobbyn.com
Website: (Brad Peterson) www.400plusgolf.com
E-mail: (Brad Peterson) bradp400plus@yahoo.com
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
Al Barkow is an award-winning golf writer with over 40 years of experience. He has authored many books on golf as well as writing hundreds of golf articles for various golf publications. Al was the former Editor-in-Chief for Golf Magazine and assistant producer Shell's Wonderful World of Golf.
E-mail: abark@sbcglobal.net
Top 100 instructor Jason Carbone is the Director of Instruction for the Jim McLean Golf School at the Wigwam Golf Resort & Spa in Phoenix, Arizona. Originally from Ohio, where Carbone was a Top Instructor from Golf Digest, he has been working for McLean since 1998.
E-mail: carbone2@pga.com
Website: www.jimmcleangolf.com
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
A special hour with Top 100 instructor Brady Riggs from Southern California. Brady teaches Tour players from all major tours including top ranked amatuers. He is a very prolific writer with instructional articles appearing in Golf Magazine and Golf Tips Magazine. He is located at the Woodley Lakes Golf Course in Van Nuys, California.
E-mail: bradyriggs@pga.com
Website: www.bradyriggsgolf.com
Wednesday, October 15, 2008
Bill Bales is the CEO for aboutGolf and is a strong proponent of correcting some of the problems that have recently affected the golf industry. He wrote a short article entitled "Healing American Golf" which is a unique look at many of its problems.
Website: www.aboutgolf.com
Justin Nelson is the General Manager and Master Fitter for Hot Stix Golf, considered the premiere club fitting organization in the country. Hot Stix does testing of all major club makers and the results are published yearly in various golf publications. Justin manages their new location in Las Vegas.
E-mail: justin.nelson@hotstixgolf.com
Website: www.hotstixgolf.com
Wednesday, October 8, 2008
Darrin Gee is a leading mental and inner golf instructor. He has been featured in numerous golf publications and now has written another book entitled "The Seven Personalities of Golf." Darrin operates his own golf academy in Hawaii where he released his DVD series "Mastering the Mental Game of Golf."
Website: www.stcbooks.com
Lance W. McWilliams is the creator of the "15 Minute Golf" video which claims you will learn to correctly swing a golf club in as little as 15 minutes. Lance is a former Market Analyst and Trader in the natural gas industry. He has been a golfer for over 23 years and currently teaches friends his method for learing golf.He is NOT a golf professional.
Website: www.15minutegolf.com
Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Derek Nannen is the Director of Instruction at Eagle Mountain Golf Academy in Scottsdale, Az. He is a former Nationwide and PGA Tour player. Derek has been instructing since 1996 and has a very "simplistic" teaching philosophy with all of his students - both professional and amatuer.
E-mail: nannens@cox.net
Website: www.eaglemountain.com
Mike Bender has been ranked as one of the "Top 10" golf instructors by various golf publications. He owns and operates his own golf academy in Lake Mary, Florida. Mike instructs such Tour players like Zach Johnson, Skip Kendall and Lee Jansen. He also is a former PGA Tour player.
Website: www.mikebender.com
Wednesday, September 24, 2008
Chip Koehlke is the Director of Instructional Programs at the Faldo Golf Institute in Orlando, Florida. Chip has more then 18 years of instructional experience and teaches Tour professionals from all of the major tours.
Website: www.gofaldo.com
E-mail: chip.koehlke@vacationclub.com
Warren Smith is the President and General Manager of Pine Canyon in Flagstaff, Arizona. Pine Canyon is a private golf community that features a top 18-hole course with real estate sites and homes for both permanent and part-time residents.
Website: www.pinecanyon.net
Wednesday, September 17, 2008
Lanny Bassham has been teaching mental management for over 3 decades to PGA Tour professionals and Olympic athletes. His new book "Freedom Flight" chronicles the origins of mental power.
Website:
www.mentalmanagement.com
www.freedomflightbook.com
David Dusek is the Deputy Editor for GOLF.com. David joined Golf Magazine in 2002 and wrote golf instructional articles. He has been a guest and commentator on NBC, CBS,ESPN and Fox news. He will be live at the Ryder Cup to discuss the event.
Website: www.golf.com
Wednesday, September 3, 2008
A special hour with PGA Tour instructor Rick Smith, ranked as one of the top five instructors in the country. Some of Rick's students have included Phil Mickelson, Lee Janzen, Rocco Mediate & Vijay Singh. Rick operates his golf academies in Michigan and in Florida.
Website: www.ricksmith.com
Wednesday, August 20, 2008
A special hour with David Leadbetter known around the world as "the master of the art of teaching the golf swing." David teaches Tour professionals from every major Tour and operates 30 golf acadamies around the world. David has authored 7 books that have sold over 2 million copies. He is a regular on The Golf Channel.
Website: www.davidleadbetter.com
Wednesday, August 13, 2008
Ed Several is the executive in-charge of the up-coming PGA Fall Expo in Las Vegas at the end of August. Ed works for Reed Exposition, the largest show convention organizers in the world. Ed will preview the Fall Expo and the exhibitors.
E-mail: eseveral@reedexpo.com
Website: www.pgafallexpo.com
Kevin Cook is the former editor of Golf Magazine. Kevin is the author of Tommy's Honor and his new book "Driven" is an all-access pass into the high- pressure world of where the next generation of golf superstars is being created. Kevin was also a senior editor at Sports Illustrated.
Website: www.penguin.com
Wednesday, August 6, 2008
PGA Tour player Paul Goydos is currently ranked #43rd on the PGA Money List. A graduate of Long Beach State, Paul become the new media darling when he was recently in a playoff with Sergio Garcia at the Players Championship. He is calling from the PGA Championship.
Website: www.pgatour.com
Gene Parente is the President and owner of Golf Laboratories, an independant golf testing company in Southern California. They do testing for such organizations like Golf Digest and Golf Magazine. They also make and sell computer robots for testing.
Website: www.golflaboratories.com
Wednesday, July 30, 2008
Top 100 instructor Eric Alpenfels has teamed with Bob Christina, Ph.D. and Cary Heath, Ph.D to author "Instinct Putting" which uses a science-based target vision putting technique. Alpenfels is the Director of Instruction at Pinehurst.
Website: www.pinehurstgolfacademy.com
Tom Wishon is one of the country's leading authorities in club design. His new book "The Right Sticks" talks about equipment myths that could wreck your golf game. Tom has written 9 books and over 200 magazine articles on equipment.
Website: www.tomwishondesign.com
Wednesday, July 23, 2008
Katherin Marren is a Top 50 instructor with over 20 years of experience in the golf business. Katherin works at the famed Pebble Beach Golf Academy in California. Her speciality in teaching is short game improvement. Katherine played college golf at NC State University and was the District of Columbia Amateur Champion.
E-mail: kmarren@pebblebeach.com
Website: www.pebblebeach.com
PGA TOUR player George McNeill won last year in Las Vegas. George, along with Mike Zampini, will discuss the up-coming Justin Timberlake / Shriner's Tour event played at TPC Summerlin and discuss highlights of the 2008 season including the FedEx Cup points race.
Website: www.pgatour.com
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
Dr. Tom Kubistant is a sports psychologist who has written 5 books and over 400 articles on the human performance factor. He is the leading golf authority in helping golfers with the dreaded putting yips. Tom lives and works in Reno, Nevada.
E-mail: kubistant@aol.com
LPGA Tour player Val Skinner is a 6-time winner on Tour and a member of 3 Golf Hall of Fames. Shw was a member of the 1996 Solhheim Cup Team and Captain of the 2003 US Ping Juniro Solheim Cup Team. Val created the Val Skinner Foundation benefiting breast cancer patients.
Website: www.lpga.com
Wednesday, July 9, 2008
Ty Votah, former Commissioner of the LPGA, is the Executive Vice President of Communications for the PGA Tour. His duties include, PR, Brand Development and Advertising. Prior to joining the Tour, Ty was a practicing attorney in Cinncinati. He is married to LPGA player Sophie Gustafson.
Website: www.pgatour.com
John Garrity is a Senior Writer for Sports Illistrated. Garrity has authored numerous books during his carrer including his newest "Tiger 2,0" which is a collection of stories from the Tour. He has won many awards fro writing from The Golf Writer's Association of America.
Website: www.si.com
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
John Stahlschmidt is the Head Instructor for the PGA Tour Academy at TPC Scottsdale. In addition, John authors instructional articles for Golf Tips, ESPN.com and PGA Tour Partners Magazine. He learned the game from Jim Flick and Hank Haney.
Website: www.pgatourexperiences.comwww.tpcscottsdale.com
Dr. Joe Parent has coached the mental game in golf for over 30 years. He is rated as one of the "Top 10 Mental Game Experts." His students include Vijay Singh, David Toms and Carlos Franco. He has authored a number of books on the mental game as well.
E-mail: info@zengolf.com
Website: www.zengolf.com
Wednesday, June 25, 2008
Suzy Whaley is a PGA/LPGA professional. She is a Top 50 Teacher by Golf for Women Magazine and became the 1st women to qualify for a PGA Tour event by winning a PGA Section Championship. Suzy played on the LPGA for 2 years before starting a family. She is married to PGA professional Bill Whaley.
Website: www.golfforwomenmagazine.com
Author Curt Sampson is a former club and touring golf professional. His new book "Golf Dads" was inspired by the death of his own golf dad in 2005. Curt has authored 12 books and is a regular contributor to Sports Illustrated.
Website: www.houhjtonmifflinbooks.com
Wednesday, June 18, 2008
Frank Thomas, the former Technical Director for the USGA, is now a technical advisor to Golf Digest. He has authored a new book entitled" Just Hit It" which chronicles golf equipment and the game of golf. Frank appears on The Golf Channel as an advisor.
Website: www.franklygolf.com
Barney Adams is the Founder of Adams Golf. Among his many inventions was the Tight Lies fairway wood, one of the best selling golf clubs in history. Barney has written a new book entitled "The Wow Factor" which tells his rags to riches story.
Website: www.adamsgolf.com; www.skyhorsepublishing.com
Wednesday, June 11, 2008
Ty Votah, former LPGA Commissioner, is the Executive Vice President of Communications for the PGA Tour. His duites include PR, Brand Developemt and Advertising. Prior to joining the LPGA, Votah worked an an attorney in Cinncinnati.
Website: www.pgatour.com
Gary Van Sickle is a Senior Writer for Sports Illistrated. He will be live at Torrey Pines covering the U.S. Open. We'll have discussion about the players and the venue and the general development of the game both professionally as well as amatuer golf.
Website: www.si.com
Wednesday, June 4, 2008
A special live remote from Foxwoods Resort & Casino in North Stonington, CT., featuring Champions Tour player Jim Thorpe who has been associated with the resort since 1995. Foxwoods features 2 golf courses at the Lake of Isles designed by Rees Jones.
Website: www.foxwoodsresort.com
Wednesday, May 28, 2008
Roger Cleveland is the Chief Desiger for the Callaway Golf Company. Before joining Calalway, Roger was the Founder and President of Cleveland Golf Company. Roger is considered an expert in club design and innovation. He resides with his family in Southern California.
Website: www.callawaygolf.com
Henry Brunton is a Top 100 instructor and one of the most recognizable names in Canadian golf. He is the Royal Canadian National Golf Coach and a CPGA Master Professional. Henry has been a member of the Canadian PGA since 1984 and has received numerous awards for his golf involvement.
E-mail: henry@henrybrunton.com
Website: www.henrybrunton.com
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Dr. Jay Granat is a psychotherapist. He works with golfers and other athletes to show them how to "get in the zone." He has authored many arrticles for professional journals and has appeared in many media outlets including Good Morning America.
E-mail: info@stayinthezone.com
Website: www.StayInTheZone.com
A.J. McInerney is a junior golfer from Henderson, Nevada. He was just recently selected to play in the Evian Masters Juniors Cup in Evian, France. A.J. won last year's Junior All-Star at Lake Havasu and finishing in the Top 10 at other AJGA Open events. He is 14 years of age.
Wednesday, May 14, 2008
A special hour with Bill Calfee, President of the Nationwide Tour. Prior to his current role, he was in charge of Competition on the PGA Tour, Nationwide and Champions Tour. Bill is a graduate of the University of Maryland and was an All- American golfer in 1970 and 1971.
Website: www.pgatour.com
Wednesday, May 7, 2008
Ryan Herrington is a Senior Writer for Golf World Magazine. Ryan covers both amatuer and professional tournaments. He is a recipient of the Golf Writers of America Award and holds a B.S. Degree in Communications.
Website: www.golfworld.com
Dan Jenkins is one of America's most acclaimed sportswriters as well as a best-selling novelist. He is a graduate of TCU where he was the Captain and No.1 player. Dan is the author of 19 books, 9 of which have been best-sellers.
E-mail: TermThemes@aol.com
Wednesday, April 9, 2008
PGA Tour player Duffy Waldorf has 4 Tour victories which includes 2 wins at the Valero Texas Open. He is a non-exempt player for the 2008 season. Duffy is considered a wine expert and does a monthly wine column for Golf Digest.
Website: www.pgatour.com
Hall of Fame member Sandra Haynie has 42 wins on the LPGA Tour including 4 Major Championships. Sandra finished in the Top-10 Money list from 1963 and 1975. Her last full season on Tour was 1989.
Website: www.wga.com www.lpga.com
Wednesday, April 2, 2008
Award winning golf course designer Keith Foster has been involved with some of the country's best-known courses such as Southern Hills, Colonial Country Club and The Quarry in Texas. He established his own company in 1991.
Website: www.keithfosterdesign.com
Ken Van Vechten is an author whose latest book "Golf Las Vegas - The Ultimate Guide" previews golf all through Southern Nevada with frank, honest and critical evaluations of the most expensive golf market in the U.S.
Website: www.huntingtonpress.com
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
Rod Lidenberg is a Top 100 instructor from Eden Prairie, MN. Rod became the 50th PGA Master Professional in 1989. He has taught PGA Tour players Tim Herron and Cameron beckman.
E-mail: rlidenberg@comcast.net
Website: www.pgamasterpro.com
Gary Panks is one of the industry's leading golf course designers. He has designed many award-winning courses both in and outside the United States. His current project is in Mesquite, Nevada.
Website: www.garypanks.com
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
A special hour with PGA Tour instructor Rick Smith, ranked as one of the top five instructors in the country. Some of Rick's students have included Phil Mickelson, Lee Janzen, Rocco Mediate & Vijay Singh. Rick operates his golf academies in Michigan and in Florida.
Website: www.ricksmith.com
Wednesday, March 12, 2008
U.S. Open winner Ken Venturi retired from the PGA Tour with 14 wins. Venturi spent the next 30 years working as a color commentator for CBS Sports as well as owning his own golf instructional schools.
Website: www.pgatour.com
Jesse Ortiz is the President and Chief Designer for the Bobby Jones Golf Company. Jesse is ranked as one of the top clubmakers in golf having previously served as Chief Designer for Orlimar Golf.
Website: www.bobbyjonesgolf.com
Wednesday, March 5, 2008
Joseph Laurention is a Head Golf Professional on Long Island, New York. He has studied under many Golf 100 PGA instructors and has authored a new book entitled " The Negotiable Golf Swing." He also writes for local and regional golf magazines.
E-mail: jl@loelaurentino.com
Website: www.joelaurentino.com
Alan Smith is the owner of Performance Golf Solutions in Charlotte, NC. He's a certified Titleist Performance Institute Fitness coach and also is a Piliates Fitness instructor. He trains college golf teams and men and women players.
E-mail: info@performgolf.com
Website: www.performgolf.com
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
Top 100 Instructor Scott Sackett was the featured instructor at the famed PGA Tour Golf Academy for 6 years. He has appeared numerous times on The Golf Channel. Scott teaches numerous players on the PGA, LPGA and Nationwide Tours.
Website: www.scottsackett.com
Bob Skura taught and played professional golf for 5 years. He has authored a new book entitled "How Great Golfers Think," which shows how great acheivers use psychological principles as a template for success.
E-mail: doc@howgreatgolfersthink.com
Website: www.howgreatgolfersthink.com
Wednesday, February 20, 2008
Top 100 Teacher Brady Riggs is the Director of Instruction at Woodley Lakes G.C. Brady is one of the most sought after instructors in Southern California who teaches PGA and Champion Tour players. His background is in the field of Kinesiology.
Website: www.inpractis.com
Terry Eck is the developer of the Perfect Connextion which is a training devise that automatically connects the big muscles to consistently swing the club in rythum with your body. Terry is a veteran business owner and entreprenuer.
Website: www.perfectconnextion.com
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
Jesse Ortiz is the President and Chief Designer for Bobby Jones Golf Company. Jesse is considered one of the best clubmakers in golf having previously served as Chief Designer for Orlimar Golf Company.
Website: www.bobbyjonesgolf.com
Tom Wishon is one of golf's most widely acclaimed club designers. With more then 50 golf design "firsts," Tom remains the only to custom make clubs used to win on the PGA Tour and Ryder Cup competition.
Website: www.tomwishongolftechnology.com
Wednesday, February 6, 2008
LPGA Teaching Professional Karen Palacios-Jansen is a "Top 50" instructor and is a regular guest instructor on The Golf Channel. She is married to Olympic Gold medalist Dan Jansen and together they run Swing Blade Enterprises.
Website: www.swingblade.comwww.cardiogolf.com
LPGA Teaching Professional Susie Corona is a "Top 50" instructor by Golf for Women Magazine. She teaches at the Renegade course at Deseert Mountain in Scottsdale, Arizona. Susie is involved in GolfFore Africa along with LPGA legend Bettsy King.
Website: www.desertmountain.comwww.golfforwomen.com
Wednesday, January 30, 2008
Iain Page is an Anchor/Reporter for The Golf Channel. Iain is a former Anchor for ESPN and hosted SportsCenter, ESPNews and waa an announcer for college basketball. He has a law degree from George Washington University. Website: www.thegolfchannel.com
Top 50 Instructor Ben Doyle was the first authorized instructor for The Golfing Machine. Devoting the last 33 years to teaching, Ben instructs many PGA Tour players. He resides in Monterey Peninsula.
Website: www.bendoylegolf.com
Wednesday, January 23, 2008
Mike Johnson is the Equipment Editor for Golf World, His area of expertise include new products and equipment. Prior to Golf World, Mike was the Equipment Editor for Golf World Business Magazine. Mike has a Bachelor's in Business Management from Boston University.
Website: www.golfworld.com
Ruffin Beckwith is the Senior VP of World Golf Foundation; Executive Director. He is a former golf journalist and was the CEO of the World Golf Village. He established GOLF 20/20 that focuses on the growth of the game.
Website: www.golf2020.com
Wednesday, January 16, 2008
Jeff Ritter is the Director of Instruction at the ASU Karsten Golf Academy in Tempe, Az. Jeff works with players from the PGA and LPGA Tours and is a golf instructional writer for Golf Tips Magazine.
Website: www.jeffrittergolf.com
Darren Gee founded the Spirit of Golf Academy in hawaii in 2000. Darren teaches a complete approach to golf blending the mental game with swing mechanics. Darren teaches beginners to PGA Tour professionals. He has authored 2 books.
Website: www.spiritofgolfhawaii.com
Wednesday, January 9, 2008
LPGA Tour instructor Karen Palacios Jansen was recently voted one of America's Top 50 Instructors. Karen can be regularly seen on The Golf Channel. She also contributes golf articles to several publications like Golf Magazine.
Website: www.swingblade.com, www.cardiogolf.com
Top 100 Teacher Shawn Humphries is the Director of Instruction at the Cowboy's Golf Club in Texas. He was formerly the Head Instructor at the Byron Nelson School of Golf. Shawn also contributes golf articles for various publications.
Website: www.shawnhumphries.com
Wednesday, January 2, 2008
Former LPGA standout Jane Blalock was Rookie of the Year in 1969. Jane's 27 victories on Tour are the most for any women without a Major. She is a member of the New England Sports Hall of Fame.
Website: www.lpga.com, www.legendstour.com
Psychologist Jon Stabler is the President and CEO of GolfPsych. Jon is the co-author of the book "The Eight Traits of Champion Golfers." Jon has just launched a new website with Tour proven improvement methods.
Website: www.golfpsych.com, www.competitive-golfer.com
Wednesday, December 26, 2007
Al Barkow has authored a number of golf books with golf icons such as Ken Venturi and Dave Stockton. He is also an on-camera commentator for Inside the PGA Tour and writes for a number of different golf publications.
E-mail: abark@sbcglobal.net
Mike Bender is the Director of Instruction at his own academy in Lake Mary, Florida, where he has instructed such notables as Masters Champion Zach Johnson, Lee Janzen and Skip Kendall. He is listed as a "Top 100 Instructor" by Golf Magazine.
Website: www.mikebendergolf.com
Wednesday, December 19, 2007
Ryan Herrington is a Senior Writer for Golf World Magazine. Ryan cover the college and amatuer events as well as the Majors. He is a recipient of the Golf Writers Association of America Award and holds a B.S. degree in Communications.
Website: www.golfworld.com
PGA Tour player Ryuji Imada finished 2007 with his best career year finishing 65th on the Money List. He had 2 victories on the Nationwide Tour before joining the PGA Tour. He was named the 1995 Rolex Junior Player of the Year.
Website: www.pgatour.com
Wednesday, December 12, 2007
Top 100 Instructor Jim Murphy instructs at Sugar Creek C.C. in Texas. Jim has written instructional articles for numerous publications and also hosts an instructional TV show. He was the Southern Texas PGA Teacher of the Year.
Website: www.golfmagazine.com
E-mail: tsgolf101@aol.com
Janet LePera is an LPGA teaching professional with over 30 years of experience. Janet joined the Tour in 1969 and played until 1977. Janet is one of the Top 50 Instructors by Golf For Women. She is the sister of Donna Capone.
Website: www.thegolfchannel.com
Wednesday, December 5, 2007
Frank Nobilo is a native of New Zealand who has won 14 times world-wide, including 3 times in the United States. He is a 2-time New Zealand PGA champion and a 3-time member of The Presidents Cup. Frank is an analyst for The Golf Channel.
Website: www.nobilo.com
Curt Byrum has won on both the PGA Tour and Nationwide Tour. Curt cirrent;y works for The Golf Channel as an announcer at various events. His brother Tom is a member of the PGA Tour. Curt lives in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Website: www.pgatour.com
Wednesday, November 28, 2007
Jim McLean is one of the top ranked golf instructors in the world. A former Tour player, Jim has opened a network of golf schools, including Phoenix, Az, where Jason Carbobe is the Director of Instruction. Jason is a Top 100 instructor by Golf Magazine.
Jim McGurk is the Director of Instruction at Spanish Trail Golf & CC and a former instructor for Jim McLean. Brad Apple is the Head Golf Professional at Spanish Trail Golf & CC and came from Sylvania CC in Toledo, Ohio.
Websites:
www.spanishtrailcc.com
www.jimmclean.com
www.wigwamresort.com
Wednesday, November 21, 2007
Ron Kantowski is a sports writer for the Las Vegas Sun. His recent article about Justin Timberlake hosting the Shriner's tournament in Las Vegas has been the subject of several writers.
Website: www.lasvegassun.com
Tom Kubistant is a golf physiologist that works with top amateurs as well as professionals. He has authored a number of books and has written hundreds of articles for various magazines.
E-mail: kubistant@aol.com
Wednesday, November 7, 2007
Scott Gummer has written for over 40 different magazines. His new book "The Seventh at St. Andrews" details how the first new course at St. Andrews was built in nearly a century. Scott lives and works in the wine country in California.
Website: www.penguin.com
Alec Pettigrew is the CEO of Groove Equipment and the developer of the new GEL putter. He was the CEO of YES! Golf prior and has other business interests in Asia. Alec has expertise in both the development and technology in putter manufacturing.
Website: www.gelgolf.com
Wednesday, October 24, 2007
A special hour with PGA Tour player Woody Austin. Woody has 3 Tour wins and is currently 14th on the Money List. He was a member of the victorious 2007 President's Cup.
Website: www.pgatour.com
Wednesday, October 17, 2007
Lynn Marriott and Pia Nilsson are both Top 100 Instructors. They instruct Annika Sorenstam, Suzann Pettersen and Grace Park. They have co-authored their new book entitled "The Game Before The Game," The Perfect 30- Minute Practice.
Website: www.golfforwomen.com
George McNeill is a PGA Tour rookie who just won the 2007 Fry's.Com Open for his 1st Tour win. George was the 2006 medalist at the Qualifying School and played on the Nationwide Tour before becoming a member of the PGA Tour.
Website: www.pgatour.com
Wednesday, October 10, 2007
Golf Professional Tadd Fujikawa is the youngest player ever to qualify for the U.S. Open at age 15. Tadd also became the youngest player to make a cut in 50 years at the 2007 Sony Open in Hawaii where Tadd was born and lives.
E-mail: kbell@pattonboggs.com
PGA Tour player Chris Kirk rurned professional after the 2007 Walker Cup. Chris won the 2007 Ben Hogan Award as the nation's top college golfer. Chris was the 2005-06 SEC Player of the Year who attended the University of Georgia.
Wednesday, October 3, 2007
PGA Tour player Will MacKenzie is in his 3rd year on Tour. Will won the Reno-Tahoe Open in 2006 coming in his 47th career start. He sits currently 75th on the Money List with $1.1 million.
Website: www.pgatour.com
Top 100 instructor Brady Riggs is the Director of Instruction at Woodley Lakes GC in Van Nuys, California. Brady is one of the most sought after instructors in Southern California. Brady instructs players from all of the major tours.
Website: www.bradyriggsgolf.com
Wednesday, September 26, 2007
Ian Knight is the Tournament Chairman for the 2007 Fry's.Com Open. He will discuss several topics including the tournament field, changes in activities for the amatuer pleyers and the Shriner's Hospitals who are the main charity.
Website: www.frysopen.com
Jesse Ortiz is the President of Bobby Jones Golf Company. He is formally the founder of Olimar Golf Company who pioneered the Tri-Metal golf clubs. Jesse's knowledge of club design has garnered him many awards.
Website: www.bobbyjonesgolf.com
Wednesday, September 19, 2007
LPGA player Cindy Rarick has 5 LPGA Tour wins. In 1977, Cindy was the Arizona State Champion and won the Hawaii Match and Stroke play Championships. Cindy now does corporate outings, clinics and plays a few Senior Women's events.
Website: www.lpga.com
Golf Channel analyst and personality Curt Byrum is a former PGA and Nationwide Tour winner. Curt's brother Tom is a pga Tour Player. Curt does commentary for Nationwide and LPGA events.
Website: www.pgatour.comwww.thegolfchannel.com
Wednesday, September 12, 2007
3 time PGA Tour winner Woody Austin will join us from the Tour Championship. Woody is currently 15th on the Money List. Woody will be a member of the 2007 Presidents Cup competition for the first time.
Website: www.pgatour.com
LPGA Tour player Kimberly Hall is in her 2nd year on Tour. Hall is a former All- American on the AJGA. Kim graduated from Stanford in 2003. Kim qualified for the LPGA Tour in only her second try.
Website: www.lpga.com
Wednesday, September 5, 2007
Dan Zurla is a retiree from Port Orange, Florida, who wrote a self-oublished book about the freedom to walk a public golf course and has filed lawsuits against various golf courses which have mandatory cart policies.
Bob Aube is the Founder/Commissioner of the National Golf League with teams in California, Arizon and Nevada. The NGL is set to play in Las Vegas September 15, 2007 in a Ryder Cup format at Silverstone Golf Club.
Website: www.nationalgolfleauge.com
E-mail: baube@nationalgolfleague.com
Wednesday, August 29, 2007
Joe Daniels is the President of The Golfing Machine started by Homer Kelly. Joe oversees all operations of the business and serves as the principal educator for The Golfing Machine's Authorization classes.
Website: www.thegolfingmachine.com
Martin Hall is a Top 100 Instructor from Palm Beach, Florida. He is a gifted shortgame instructor and is also well-versed in teaching the methods of The Golfing Machine. He appears numerous times on The Golf Channel.
E-mail: info@ibisgolf.com
Wednesday, August 22, 2007
Dan Boever went from being a professional baseball player to a golf entertainer. Among Dan's career highlights is being an 11-time finalist at the World Long Drive Championship. He is a regular on The Turn aired on The Golf Channel.
Website: www.danboever.com
E-mail: dan@outasightpromotions.com
PGA Tour instructor Jimmy Bullard is a lomg-time Las Vegan who played on the PGA Tour for many years before turning to instruction. Jimmy specializes in teaching junior golfers, as well as top amatuers.
Wednesday, August 15, 2007
Stan Utley is the author of "The Art of the Short Game." He has set records for his short game play and now instructs players like Jay Haas, Criag Stadler,Stewart Cink & Jeff Sluman.
Website: www.stanutleygolf.com
Jay Morrish is one of America's top golf course designers. He has designed several ranked in the Top 100 in the U.S. He has designed more then 20 courses with his former partner Tom Weiskopf.
Website: www.jaymorrish.com
Wednesday, August 8, 2007
A special hour with golf club designer Roger Cleveland, who started Cleveland Golf. Roger is now a Senior Designer for Callaway Golf in Carlsbad, California. Roger is credited with many of the innovations being used in clubs today both by amatuers and professional Tour players.
Website: www.callawaygolf.com
Wednesday, August 1, 2007
A special hour with Rees Jones, one of the premiere architects in golf. Rees has designed over 100 courses as well as redesigns of several Major championship courses giving him the nickname of "Open Doctor."
Website: www.reesjonesinc.com
Wednesday, July 25, 2007
Former Tour player Anne Cain is the Director of Instruction at her school in Amelia Island, Florida. She is a Top 100 Teacher and named "Favorite Instructor" in Golf for Women Magazine.
Website: www.annecaingolf.com
Carol Preisinger is the Director of Instruction at the Kiawah Island Club at Kiawah Island, SC. She is ranked as a Top 100 Teacher and has experience in private, semi-private and resort facilities.
Website: www.carolpreisinger.com www.kiawahislandresort.com
Wednesday, July 18, 2007
Jason Carbone is the Director of Instruction at the famed Wigwan Golf Resort in Phoeniz, AZ. He is the Lead Instructor for Jim McLean and works with many PGA, LPGA and Nationwide players.
Website: www.jmcleangolf.com
E-mail: carbone2@pga.com
Dom DiJulia is the Founder of the Dom DiJulia School of Golf. He is a Top 100 Instructor and listed as a top 5 teacher in Pennsylvania since 2003. He is the creator of The Golf Matrix system.
Website: www.dijuliagolf.com
Wednesday, July 11, 2007
Peter Krauss was the 2005 PGA National Teacher of the Year and a Top 100 Teacher in America. Peter's theory is to teach proper plane position which elimates many other faults.
Website: www.peterkrausegolf.com
Dr. Tom Kubistant is a golf psychologist. He is the innovater of Golf Mind Tech. Tom is also one of the most prolific authors when it comes to writing about the mental aspect of golf.
Website: www.ptechsystems.com
Wednesday, June 27, 2007
A special live broadcast from Kiawah Island, South Carolina, site of the 1991 Ryder Cup. Interviews with the President of Kiawah, the Director of Golf and the Director of Instruction.
Website: www.kiawahresort.com
Wednesday, June 20, 2007
Top 100 Teacher Brady Riggs is the
Director of Instruction at Woodley
Lakes GC. He is one of the most sought
after teachers in Southern California. He
instructs players on all major tours.
Website: www.inpractis.com
Mike Bender is a Top 50 Instructor. He
is the inventor of several training aids
on the market. Mike played the PGA Tour and
has numerous nationally published articles.
Website: www.mikebendergolf.com
Wednesday, June 13, 2007
David Dusek is the Deputy Editor for Golf.com. David focuses primarily on instruction and equipment coverage. He works with Top 100 Teachers as well as PGA Tour professionals like Luke Donald.
Website: www.golf.com
Author John Andrisani is a former golf instructor and the author of over 25 books, including his newest "Tiger's New Swing." He is a past winner of the World Golf Writers' Championship.
Website: www.stmartinspress.com
Wednesday, June 6, 2007
Top 100 Teacher Jimmy Ballard is the "Pioneer of Connection" in the golf swing. Jimmy has taught a "who's who" of golf, like Johnny Miller, Chi Chi Rodriquez and Gary Player. Jimmy teaches at Key Largo, Florida.
Website: www.jimmyballardgolf.com
Rick George is the President of the Champions Tour. In 2006, George was promoted to Executive Vice President of the PGA Tour. He is also involved in the operations of the Nationwide Tour and its operations.
Website: www.pgatour.com
Wednesday, May 30, 2007
A special show with one one the world's most influential course architects Pete Dye. In 2005, Pete became the 6th recipient of the PGA Tour Lifetime Achievement Award. His wife Alice is in the World Golf Hall of Fame.
Website: www.petedye.com
Wednesday, May 23, 2007
Brian Gerard is the Director of Golf at Kiawah Island Golf Resort. Prior he was the Head Professional at the famed Ocean Course site of the Ryder Cup. He as named the National PGA Merchandiser of the Year in 2006.
Website: www.kiawahisland.com
Curt Byrum played on the PGA and the Nationwide Tours. He currently is an analyst for The Golf Channel. He has 1 PGA win and 2 Nationwide Tour wins.
Website: www.thegolfchannel.com
Wednesday, May 16, 2007
Hall of Fame member Gary Player will discuss golf course design, health and fitness, club technology and youth programs in South Africa.
Website: www.garyplayer.com
Top 100 Instructor Shawn Humphries is the Director of Instruction at the Cowboys Golf Club in Texas. Shawn is a contributing writer to several golf publications.
Website: www.shawnhumphriesgolf.comwww.cowboysgolfclub.com
Wednesday, May 9, 2007
A special hour with Greg Hopkins, the President of Cleveland Golf. Greg will discuss the latest in R&D, marketing, competition, retail markets & Tour players.
Website: www.clevelandgolf.com
Wednesday, May 2, 2007
A special hour with John Fought, one of the leading golf architects in America. A 2-time winner on the PGA Tour and former U.S. Amatuer Champion, John brings a unique view to his course design.
Website: www.johnfoughtdesign.com
E-mail: john@foughtdesign.com
Wednesday, April 25, 2007
Darrin Gee is the author of the "Seven Principles of Golf." He operates the Spirit of Golf Academy on the Big Island of Hawaii. Darrin has a BA in psychology from UCLA.
Website: www.darringee.com
E-mail: info@darringee.com
LPGA Teaching professional Lana Ortega is an accomplished teacher and author. She operates her own academy in Highlands Ranch, Colorado. She is a member of the Instruction Panel for Golf for Women Magazine.
Website: www.lanaortegagolf.com
Wednesday, April 18, 2007
Jane Blalock has 27 LPGA Tour titles. She was the LPGA Rookie of the Year in 1969. Jane is currently president of the Jane Blalock Compamy, a sports consulting firm.
Website: www.janeblalockcompany.com
www.thelegendstour.com
LPGA Teaching Professional Karen Palacios-Jansen is one of America's "Top 50 Instructors." Karen is a regular on The Golf Channel and a contributing writer to several publications.
Website: www.swingblade.com; www.kpjgolf.com
Wednesday, April 11, 2007
Dr. Joe Parent has coached the mental game in golf for 30 years. He was named as one of the "Top Mental Game Experts" by Golf Magazine. His new book "Zen Putting" is about mastering the mental game on the greens.
Website: www.zengolf.com
Iain Page is an Anchor/Reporter for The Golf Channel. Page practed law for 6 years before getting into broadcasting. He was a play-by-player basketball announcer before his current job since 2004.
Website: www.thegolfchannel.com
Wednesday, April 4, 2007
CBS Sports golf announcer Bobby Clampett
has authored a new book called "The Imapct
Zone." A former college standout and PGA
Tour player, this is Clampett's first golf
instructional book.
Website: www.tourtalent.com - www.bobbyclampett.com
Kevin Cook is the fomer Editor-in-Chief
of Golf Mgazine. He has authored a new book
entitled "Tommy's Honor" which is about Young
Tom Morris and Old Tom Morris.
Website: www.penguin.com
Wednesday, March 28, 2007
Dr. Alejandro Badia is one of the
country's foremost hand surgeons. His
clients have included many athletics
including professional Tour players.
He is located in Miami, Florida.
Website: www.drbadia.com
E-mail: info@drbadia.com
Ryan Herrington is a Senior Writer
for GolfWorld Magazine. Ryan will
discuss the up-coming 2007 Masters
tournament with special insights and
observations.
Website: www.golfworld.com
Wednesday, March 21, 2007
Brian Whitcomb is the newly elected
President of the PGA of America. He provides
the Association with the business knowledge
and skill of a successful golf course owner.
Website: www.pga.com
Dick Rugge is the Senior Technical Director
of the USGA. He oversees all aspects of golf
equipment testing procedures conducted at the
USGA's Research Center in Far Hills, N.J.
Website: www.usga.com
Wednesday, March 14, 2007
A special show from Doonbeg Golf Club in Doonbeg, County Clare, Ireland, one of the newest and best rated golf resorts in Ireland. Various interviews with staff.
Website: www.doonbeggolfclub.com
Wednesday, March 7, 2007
A special hour with Hall of Famer
Nancy Lopez. Nancy has 48 career
victories which includes 3 Majors. In
2005, she captained the victorious Solheim
Cup to a 3-point victory over Europe.
Website: www.nancylopezgolf.com
Wednesday, February 28, 2007
CBS golf analyst Bobby Clampett was a 3-time
All-American at BYU. He played as a regular on
the PGA Tour from 1980-1995 with 1981 his
most successful year on Tour.
Website: www.tourtalent.com
Dan Jenkins is one of America's most acclaimed
sportswriters. Jenkins has authored 18 books,
nine of which have been best-selling novels. He
was inducted into the World Sportswriters Hall
of Fame.
Website: www.golfdigest.com
Wednesday, February 21, 2007
Janet Caponi LePera is an LPGA Teaching professional.
She played on the LPGA Tour for 8 years. She has won
numerous teaching awards and is listed as a Top Instructor
by Golf for Women Magazine.
Website: www.golfforwomen.com
Stina Sternberg is the Senior Editor for Golf for
Women Magazine where she focuses on equipment
and instruction. She also hosts a travel golf show
on The Golf Channel.
Website: www.golfforwomen.com
Wednesday, February 14, 2007
Iain Page joined The Golf Channel in
2004 as a reporter and host. He brings
morre then 10 years experience in
broadcasting. Iain practiced law for
6 years before TV broadcasting.
Website: www.thegolfchannel.com
Steven Bann is one of Australia's most
respected golf instructors. A former
Tour player, Steven teaches professionals
like Stuart Appleby and Robert Allenby.
Website: www.bannlynchgolf.com
Wednesday, February 7, 2007
PGA Tour instructor Stephen Aumock is the
Director of Instruction at the Gleneagles CC.
He has taught golf in 10 different countries and
is a contributing editor for Golf Illistrated.
Website: www.stephenaumockgolf.com
LPGA Teaching Professional Dori O'Rourke
is also the CEO and Director of Education
of NexStep Golf. She has authored several
golf books - her latest - Custom-Fit Your
Golf Swing is ground breaking.
Website: www.nexstepgolf.com
E-mail: CoachDori@NexStepGolf.com
Wednesday, January 31, 2007
A special hour with CBS Golf analyst Bobby Clampett.
Bobby was a regular of the PGA Tour from 1980-1995,
with his most successful year coming in 1981 finishing
14th on the Money List. Bobby was a 3-time All-
American at Brigham Young University.
Website: www.tourtalent.com
Wednesday, January 24, 2007
LPGA instructor Lana Ortega has been
selected as a "Top 50" instructor for the
past 3 years. She is an instruction editor for
GolfTips Magazine. Lana instructsTour players
on all the major ladies tours.
Website: www.lanaortegagolf.com
E-mail: lana@lanaortegagolf.com
Jeff Ritter is the Director of Instruction
at the ASU Karsten Golf Academy. He has
been voted as one of the top instructors
in the West and writes instructional
articles for various publications.
Website: www.jeffrittergolf.com
E-mail: jritter5@cox.net
Wednesday, January 17, 2007
Cindy Miller is an LPGA teaching professional.
Cindy is a Top 50 Instructor and Teacher of
the Year. A former Tour player, Cindy was a
contestant on The Big Break on The Golf Channel.
Website: www.cindymillergolf.com
LPGA Tour player Brittany Lincicome won
the HSBC Women's World Match Play Championship
and finished 7th on the 2006 Money List. She
ranked No. 1 in driving distance in 2005.
Website: www.lpga.com
Wednesday, January 10, 2007
Janet Caponi LePera is an LPGA
teaching professional. She played on
tour for 8 years. She has won numerous
teaching awards and is listed as a Top
Instructor by Golf for Women.
Website: www.golfforwomen.com
Jeff Ritter is the Director of Instruction
at the ASU Karsten Academy in Tempe, AZ.
He is ranked nationally as one of the Top
Instructors in the West.
Website: www.jeffrittergolf.com
E-mail: jritter5@cox.net
Wednesday, January 3, 2007
Dr. Tom Kubistant is a golf psychologist
who is one of the most prolific writers
concerning the mental game. Tom has
authored a number of top selling books.
He lives and works in Reno, Nevada.
Direct contact: (775) 329-2215
Al Barkow has been a golf writer for over
40 years. He was a writer for the original
Shell's golf series and Editor-in-Chief of
Golf and Golf Illistrated and has authored
a number of top selling golf books.
E-mail: albark@sbcglobal.net
Wednesday, December 27, 2006
New Zealander Frank Nobilo is a former
European Tour player. He has an impressive
amateur and professional record and
now is a golf announcer for The
Golf Channel.
Website: www.nobilo.com and
www.thegolfchannel.com
Wednesday, December 20, 2006
David Clarke is the Editor-in-Chief for
Golf Magazine. He will discuss the magazine's
highlites for 2006 and what's new for the
up-coming 2007 season.
Website: www.golfmagazine.com www.golfonline.com
Former LPGA Tour superstar Sandra Palmer
joined the Tour in 1964. She has 19 Tour wins
including 2 Majors. She was voted Player of
the Year in 1975. She currently teaches.
Website: www.thelegendstour.com
Wednesday, December 13, 2006
PGA Tour player Robert Damron will
talk about a variety of topics like the
2007 FedEx Cup, the shortened Tour
schedule and the rookie class on Tour.
Website: www.pgatour.com
Tom Wishon is considered one of the
ultimate authorities on the design of
golf equipment. His new book "The Search
for the Perfect Driver" discusses all of
the tools for the game.
Website: www.twgolftech.com
Wednesday, December 6, 2006
LPGA Teaching Professional Karen
Palacios-Jansen has been voted one
of America's top teachers. She appears
regualry on The Golf Channel and has
published over 50 articles on golf.
Website: www.swingbladegolf.com
Lori Brock is a certified LPGA instructor
who was a former Tour player. Her teaching
expertise lies in the area of teaching students
to play to their highest potential.She is a
former Head Women's Golf Coach.
Website: www.loribrock.com
Wednesday, November 29, 2006
A special 1-hour program with 1969 U.S.
Amateur Champion, 1971 British Amateur
Champion and ABC Sports golf commentator
and former PGA Tour player Steve Melnyk.
Website: www.pgatour.com
Wednesday, November 22, 2006
A special 1-hour show with one of the world's
top instructors David Leadbetter. David has authored
6 books and has developed a number of training aids.
Some of his students include Ernie Els, Nick Price, Nick
Faldo and Justin Rose.
Website: www.leadbetter.com
Wednesday, November 15, 2006
Donald Crawley is the Director of Instruction
at the famed Boulders Golf Resort in Carefree,
Arizona. Donald is a disciple of the legendary
John Jacobs from Britain.
Website: www.theboulders.com
Stina Sternberg is the Senior Editor
for Golf for Women Magazine where she
focuses on equipment and instruction.
In addition, Stina hosts a golf travel show
for The Golf Channel.
Website: www.golfforwomen.com
Wednesday, November 1, 2006
A special 1-hour live remote from DragonRidge Country Club in Henderson to kick off their "private club" membership. Special guests include Rich MacDonald, the owner/developer of DragonRidge.
Website: www.dragonridgecc.com
Wednesday, October 18, 2006
Dr. Bill Campbell is a golf mental coach
that trains amatuers and professional
golfers in their mental potential. He
has a new DVD, "Hard-Wired for Golf."
Website: www.hardwiredforgolf.com
Sean "The Beast" Fister is the current
World Long Drive Champion. He's been
inducted into the LDA Hall of Fame and is
defending his title in Mesquite, Nevada.
Website: www.longdriving.com
E-mail: sfister@comcast.net
Wednesday, October 11, 2006
Sean Cochran is an elite golf
fitness instructor that works with
many Tour players such as Phil
Mickelson. He is also an author
on golf fitness books.
Website: www.bioforcegolf.com
John O'Leary is the Director of
Instruction at Bay Hill Club & Lodge.
He also is a contributing writer for
Golf Tips Magazine.
Website: www.bayhill.com
E-mail: joleary@bayhill.com
Wednesday, September 27, 2006
PGA Tour player Wes Short, Jr. will
discuss his defense of the up-coming
Fry's.Com Open in Las Vegas along
with tournament manger Charlie Baron.
Website: www.pgatour.com
Dr Robert Winters is the lead golf
psychologist for David Leadbetter.
He has authored numerous books on the
mental game and works with many tour
players.
Website: www.mindpowersports.com
Wednesday, September 20, 2006
LPGA Teaching Professional Dori
O'Rourke is a popular writer, teacher
and speaker. She is the CEO and Director
of Education for NexStep Golf.
Website: www.nexstepgolf.com
James W. Finegan is the author of five
books on golf. His latest "Where Golf is Great"
explores golf courses in Scotland and Ireland.
He has also written articles for all the major
golf publications.
Website: www.artisanbooks.com
Wednesday, September 13, 2006
Zayra Calderon is the President of the Duramed
Future's Tour. She is responsible for overseeing
the Tour's operation as well as sponsorship events.
Website: www.futurestour.com
Dr. Joseph Parent is a noted PGA Tour
performance-enhancement instructor. He
has authored books about the mental game
and works with PGA Tour superstar Vijay Singh.
Website: www.zengolf.com
Wednesday, September 6, 2006
PGA Tour instructor Michael Breed is the
Director of Instruction at Sunningdale CC
in Scarsdale, N.Y. He is a Top 100 teacher
and noted for his shortgame expertise.
Website: www.michaelbreed.com
E-mail: michaelbreed@aol.com
Top 100 teacher Bryan Gathright worked under
famed instructor Harvey Penick. He currently
instructs PGA Tour players Notah Begay and
Jimmy Walker and LPGA player Dorothy Delasin.
Website: www.bryangathright.com or www.oakhillscc.com
Wednesday, August 30, 2006
Former LPGA Tour player Lori Brock
is a top LPGA instructor in Plano, Texas.
Her teaching experience comes from studying
under David Leadbetter and Mike Adams.
Website: www.loribrockgolf.com
Rob O'Loughlin is the innovator and President
of Laser Link Golf who pioneered this handheld
rangefinder. O'Loughlin was the original President
of SoftSpikes.
Website: www.laserlinkgolf.com
Wednesday, August 16, 2006
A special hour with World Golf Hall of Fame member Sandra Haynie, 4-time Major Championship winner with 38 Tour wins. Sandra was Player of the Year in 1970.
Website: www.lpga.com or www.wgv.com
Wednesday, August 9, 2006
Tom Patri is a Top 100 Teacher in America.
He is the Director of Instruction at the Naples
Grande Golf Club in Naples, Florida, and is the
author of "The Six-Spoke Approach to Golf."
Website: www.tompatrigolf.com
Susan Reed is the Editor-in-Chief for
Golf for Women. Formerly a Literary
Agent at IMG, she is a much sought-after
speaker and was chosen as a "Women
to Watch" in the Sports Business Journal.
Website: www.golfforwomen.com,
www.golfdigest.com
Wednesday, August 2, 2006
Dean Sunseri is an expert in Sports
Performance Psychology. He coaches
professional and amateur golfers including
Las Vegan PGA Tour player John Riegger.
Website: www.ihaveavoice.com
E-mail: ds@ihaveavoice.com
Golf Channel personality Matt Adams is a
best-selling author. His book,"Fairways of Life,"
talks about wisdom and inspiration from the
game of golf. He is also an equipment expert.
www.fairwaysoflife.com
Wednesday, July 26, 2006
A special 1-hour show with Jack Kuykendall, "Golf's #1 Scientific Teacher." Jack was the innovator of Natural Golf and has developed a new line of revolutionary clubs.
Website: www.kuykendallgolf.com
E-mail: kuygolf@aol.com
Wednesday, July 12, 2006
Jon Stabler and Deborah Graham are top mental coaches who have developed the "Tension Meter" through their work with Tour professionals. They have also authored several books.
Website: www.golfpsych.com
Sarah Christensen is a Pilates expert and has developed the first Pilates DVD for golfers. She is currently working with Butch Harmon to refine her program. Her Hole In One Pilates was released at Thanksgiving, 2005.
Website: www.holeinonepilates.com, www.pilatesforgolf.com
Wednesday, July 5, 2006
Jane Blalock, former LPGA Tour star, is the President of JBC, a sports marketing company in Boston. Jane won 29 LPGA events and helped to form the Legends Tour for senior tour professionals.
Website: www.janeblalock.com
Terry Hall is PGA golf instructor and the author of a new book entitled "Golf Made Simple." Terry uses the principles of ball flight and body positions to teach his method of learning basic golf fundamentals.
Website: www.golfmadesimple.com
Wednesday, June 28, 2006
Al Barkow is a veteran golf reporter and best-selling author. He was the chief writer on the original Shell's Wonderful World of Golf. His latest book is "Sam, The One and Only Sam Snead."
Michael Anthony is a golf mental coach. His book, "The Mental keys to Improve Your Golf Game" has helped thousands of players. His CD, "Using The Mental Keys to Polish the Wheel" is also available.
Website: www.mentalkeys.com
Wednesday, June 21, 2006
Andrew Tolme is a civil engineer, an
accomplished writer and golfer. His travels
have taken him to more then 50 countries.
"I Golfed Across Mongolia" is his latest book.
Websites: www.golfmongolia.com,
www.avalonpublishing.com
Dr. Robert Winters is a sports performance
consultant for the David Leadbetter Golf
Academy in Orlando, Florida. He has authored
numerous books about golf's mental game.
Website: www.mindpowersports.com
E-mail: robert.winters@davidleadbetter.com
Wednesday, June 14, 2006
Michael Blaine is an author who has written his
latest novel "The King of Swings" which chronicles
caddie Johnny Goodman to win the 1933 U.S. Open.
Website: www.houghtonmifflinbooks.com
Daryl Harris is the President of GWAG Golf, which
markets the "Natalie Gulbis Golf Game" which is a
game played during a typical round of golf. Each card
of the game has a specific point value and tip from Natalie.
Website: www.wgaggolf.com; www.nataliegulbis.com
E-mail: daryl@gwaggolf.com
Wednesday, June 7, 2006
PGA Tour instructor Peter Krause works with
numerous Champions Tour players. He was
voted the 6-time Minnesota PGA Teacher of
the Year and National Teacher of the Year
by Spaulding Top-Flite.
Website: www.peterkrausegolf.com
Golf Channel personality Matt Adams is the
author of "Fairways to Life. Matt is also the
co-author of several other books. His writings
have appeared in several print publications
throughout the country.
Website: www.greatgolfbooks.com
Wednesday, May 31, 2006
Natalie Neal is the Operations Manager
for America's oldest golf course Oakhurst
Links in White Sulfer Springs, West Virginia.
Established in 1884, players must use replica
19th Century clubs and balls.
Website: www.oakhurstlinks.com
Replay of PGA Tour star John Daly's interview
about his book "My Life In and Out of the Rough"
which chronicles his marriages, gambling problems
and drinking problems.
Website: www.harpercollins.com or www.pgatour.com
Wednesday, May 17, 2006
PGA Tour star John Daly will discuss his new
book "My Life In and Out of the Rough" which
chronicles is former drinking, gambling and
marital problems.
Website: www.pgatour.com
John O'Leary is the Director of Instruction at
the Arnold Palmer Golf Academy at the famed
Bay Hill Club & Lodge in Orlando, Florida. John
enters is 10th year at the Academy.
Website: www.bayhill.com and
www.apga.com
Wednesday, May 10, 2006
No show today.
Wednesday, May 3, 2006
Alan Bastable, an Associate Editor for Golf
Magazine, will discuss the magazine's Annual
Club Test and the results from golfers with
respect to all of the new equipment for players.
Website: www.golfonline.com
Dr. Glen Albaugh is a sports psychologist
who works with many Tour professionals
and amateurs. His new book "Winning the
Battle Within" mirrors his workshops by
the same name.
Website: www.kelepublishing.com/winningthebattle.htm
E-mail: galbaugh@sbcglobal.com
Wednesday, April 26, 2006
Golf course designer David Druzisky has
an exceptional understanding of design
theories. He has understudied with many of the
giants in course design and started his
own design company in 1996.
Website: www.druziskygolfdesign.com
Karen Foster created athleticBaby in 2003
with the sole goal of developing products to
spark a child's desire to be more physically
active. One of those products is athleticBaby Golf.
Website: www.athleticbaby.com
Wednesday, April 12, 2006
A special hour with golf icon Ken Venturi,
winner of the 1964 U.S. Open and former
CBS color commentator. Venturi retired
with 14 career wins and was named
"Sportsman of the Year" by Golf Illustrated.
Website: www.kenventuri.com
Wednesday, April 5, 2006
Travis Fulton is a Senior Master Instructor
at the PGA Tour Golf Academy in St. Augustine,
Florida. In addition to his teaching, Travis writes
golf tips for various golf publications like Golf Illistrated.
Website: www.touracademy.com
E-mail: tfulton@touracademy.com
David Dusek is the Senior Managing Editor for
Golfonline. David will talk to us directly from
Augusta National about this year's Master's
discussing the course changes and the field.
Website: www.golfonline.com
Wednesday, March 29, 2006
Roger Warren is the 34th President of the PGA
of America. Warren has an extensive background in
golf management and currently serves as the President
of the famed Kiawah Island Resort in Kiawah
Island, South Carolina.
Website: www.pga.com
Dr. Greg Rose is the co-founder of the Titleist
Performance Institute in Oceanside, California.
Greg specializes in 3-D biomechanics and strenght
and conditioning.He worls with many PGA Tour players
as well as Long Drive Professionals.
Website: www.titleistperformanceinstitute.com
Wednesday, March 22, 2006
Carolyn Bivens is the new LPGA Commmissioner.
She is the first female to hold such position. Prior
to her selection, she was in the private sector as
head of the largest media services agency in the U.S.
Website: www.lpga.com
Jim Loehr is a world-renowned performance psychologist.
He heads the Human Performance Institute in Orlando,
Florida, and works with hundred of world-class athletics
including Tour professionals like Michelle Wie and Mark O' Meara.
Website: www.humanperformanceinstitute.com
www.energyforperformance.com
Wednesday, March 15, 2006
Stan Byrdy is the author of "The Augusta National
Golf Club." He is the winner of the Georgia and
South Carolina AP and UPI sports reporting awards.
Stan's works have been seen on ESPN and ABC.
Website: www.greatgolfbooks.com
Dr. Glen Albaugh ia an applied sports psychologist.
He consults with dozens of Tour professionals on how
to win. He conducts frequent "Winning the Battle
Within" workshops for touring and teaching professionals.
Website: www.kelppublishing.com
E-mail: galbaugh@sbcglobal.com
Wednesday, March 8, 2006
Henry Brunton is one of the world's leading
golf coaches and eduacators. He is the first
Canadian recognized by Golf Magazine as a
Top 100 Teacher. He is a 21-year member of
the Canadian PGA.
Website: www.henrybruntongolf.com
Dr. Robert Winters is a sports performance
consultant for the David Leadbetter Golf
Academy. He is the innovator of Mind Power
Sports and works with many Tour professionals.
Website: www.mindpowersports.com
E-mail: mindpowersports@aol.com
Wednesday, March 1, 2006
Nick Bradley is the suthor of "The
7 Laws of the Golf Swing." He is the
founder of the 22nd Century Golf
Academy in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.
Website: www.nicklbradleygolf.com
E-mail: nrbradleygolf@aol.com
Geoff Shackelford is the author of
"Lines of Charm," and has authored
several other books on golf course design.
The new book focuses on many of golf's
golden age architects.
Website: www.geoffshackelford.com or
www.greatgolfbooks.com
Wednesday, February 22, 2006
Suzanne Woo is the founder of BizGolf
Dynamics, a method of helping people use
golf to build business. She is an attorney
in the San Francisco area and is the author
of "On Course for Business."
Website: www.bizgolfdynamics.com
Jim McLean is the Director of Golf
at Doral Golf Resort & Spa. One
of the country's top instructors,
he is the author of many top selling
instructional books and videos.
Website: www.jimmcleangolfschools.com
Wednesday, February 15, 2006
Debbie Steinbach is a former LPGA Tour player.
She is the founder of "Venus Golf" and is the
author of numerous books and articles. Her latest
product is the "Money Club" which is a putting iron.
Website: www.venusgolf.com
Ted Sheftic is the founder of the Pace-Sheftic
Golf Schools. A former PGA Tour player, Ted
instructs several LPGA players and was named
to the Top 100 by Golf Magazine in 2003.
Website: www.tedshefticgolf.com
Wednesday, February 8, 2006
LPGA Tour player Natalie Gulbis and Stephanie Louden
will talk about the state of the LPGA Tour and about the
up-coming 2006 season. Also, discussion about the 2006
Takefugi Classic in Las Vegas in early April.
Website: www.lpgatour.com
Chip Brewer is the new CEO for Adams Golf since the
retirment of founder Barney Adams. Chip oversees
all of the new product development and will discuss
new products and innovations.
Website: www.adamsgolf.com
Wednesday, February 1, 2006
Jerry Stewart is a native Californian and has
been a correspondent for the Monterey County
Herald since 1998. He is the author of "Pebble
Beach, Golf and the Forgotten Men."
Website: www.greatgolfbooks.com
Tom Stickney is ranked as one of the top instructors
in the West. He instructs players on the PGA, LPGA and
Hooter's Tour. He is a very prolific writter and writes for
numerous golf publications.
Website: www.tomstickneygolf.com
Wednesday, January 25, 2006
LPGA tour player Wendy Ward has 4 tour wins.
She is the defending champion at the up-coming
Takefugi Classic played in Las Vegas in early April.
She is a 10-year veteran of the LPGA with numerous
second-place finishes.
Website: www.lpga.com
David Dusek is a senior editor for Golf Magazine.
David will report live from the 2006 PGA Show in
Orlando, Florida and will discuss the up-coming reality
show "The St. Joseph Pressure Challenge."
Website: www.golfonline.com
Wednesday, January 18, 2006
Kent Chase is the PGA Director of
Instruction at the Kent Chase Golf Academy
in Phoenix, Arizona. This highly recognized
teacher has a new set of instructional videos.
Website: www.KentChase.com
Tom Wishon is a veteran clubmaker and designer and has written a book entitled "The Search for the Perfect Club." He is a 10-year member of the Golf Digest Technical Advisory panel.
Website: www.sportsmediagroup.comwww.greatgolfbooks.com
Wednesday, January 11, 2006
Sean Cochran is the personal conditioning coach
for PGA Tour star Phil Mickelson. He is the
co-owner of BioForceGolf.com and the author
of "Your Body & Your Swing."
Website: www.bioforcegolf.com
Evan "Big Cat" Williams is a former world
long drive champion recently inducted into the
LDA Hall of Fame and PGA Tour player Tom Gillis
is returning to the Nationwide Tour in 2006.
Website: www.pgatour.com
Wednesday, January 4, 2006
Golf journalist Al Barkow is a former editor of Golf Magazine. He has written for the NY Times, Sports Illustrated and Golf Digest. His newest book, "Sam, The One and Only Sam Snead" promises to be another best seller.
Website: www.sportsmediagroup.com
Author Nicole Kallis is a former beverage cart employee and has written her own book "Secrets of a Tee Time Girl" featuring a variety of true stories she has experienced while working on the golf course.
E-mail: teetimegirl@cox.net
Website: www.teetimegirl.com
Wednesday, December 28, 2005
PGA Tour rookie Mathias Gronberg has 4
International victories. He is fully exempt
for 2006 on the PGA Tour by virture of finishing
T-26th at the Qualifying School.
Website: www.pgatour.com
Top 100 instructor Phil Ritson has been teaching
golf for 5 decades. One of his former assistants is
famed David Leadbetter and he is a long time
instructor to K.J. Choi and many Asaian tour players.
Website: www.ocngolf.com
E-mail: golfyourway@aol.com
Wednesday, December 21, 2005
PGA Tour player Paul Azinger will discuss the 2006
season for both playing and broadcasting for ABC.
Paul played a limited schedule for 2005 and is working
hard to play much more next year.
Website: www.pgatour.com
Dr. Tom Kubistant is referred to as the "Master of
the Intrinsic." Tom is one of the most respected golf
psychologists in the business. He is a very prolific writer
and lecturer and is an intregal part of the Tour Instructional
Series.
E-mai: kubistant@aol.com
Wednesday, December 14, 2005
PGA Tour player Tom Gillis finished 156th on
the Money List and will play 2006 on the Nationwide
Tour. Tom has 5 career Top-10's on Tour and won
the 1994 Jamaican Open.
Website: www.pgatour.com
PGA Tour instructor Jeff Ritter is the Director
of Instruction at the ASU Karsten Ping Center
in Phoenix, Arizona. Jeff runs the Nike Junior
Camps nationwide and is the founder of Island
Golf Adventures.
Website: www.jeffrittergolf.com
E-mail: jritter@cox.net
Wednesday, November 30, 2005
Jim Hardy is ranked as a Top 50 instrucrtor in America.
He is also a principal in the Jacobsen-Hardy golf course design
business with noted PGA Tour player Peter Jacobsen. Some of
students include Scott McCarron, Mark O'Meara & Duffy Waldorf.
Website: www.jacobsenhardy.com
E-mail: jhardy@jacobsenhardy.com
John Paul Newport is the Executive Editor of Travel &
Leisure Golf magazine. John will discuss 2 atricles appearing
in the Nov/Dec issue: "Super Girls" and "All for One."
Website: http://www.travelandleisure.com/tlgolf/
Wednesday, November 23, 2005
PGA Tour player Steve Flesch will discuss several
golf-related topics such as the up-coming 2006
season, problems unique to left-handed players,
trends in equipment and tour stats.
Website: www.pgatour.com
Don Wade, former senior editor at Golf Digest,
is the author of a new book entitled "Wanna Bet"
which cronicles the best true stories about gambling
on the golf course.
Website: www.avalonpublishing.com
E-mail: peter.barrett@avalonpub.com
Wednesday, November 16, 2005
A special hour program with Dr. Robert Winters, resident sports performance consultant for David Leadbetter and President of Mind Power Sports. Dr. Winters works with Tour players on all of our major tours.
E-mail: robert.winters@davidleadbetter.com
Website: www.mindpowersports.com
Wednesday, November 2, 2005
Todd Sones is a Top 100 Teacher in America. Todd
works with numerous Tour players like Robert Gamez,
Scott McCarron and Shawn Micheel. Todd developed
and patented the Tri-Fit method of fitting putters.
Website: www.toddsones.com
Connell Barrett is a Senior Editor with Golf
Magazine. He will discuss and give insight as
to the players at the Tour Championship in
Atlanta, Georgia.
Website: www.golfonline.com or www.golfmagazine.com
Wednesday, October 26, 2005
LPGA Tour player Stephanie Louden, a local
Las Vegan, will discuss her 2005 season, the
new LPGA Commissioner and her goals for
vastly improving for next year on tour.
Website: www.lpga.com
Robert Winters, Ph.d is regarded as one
of the top sports performance consultants.
He works with many tour professionals including
Mark McNulty on the Champions Tour. He is the
innovator of Mind Power Sports.
Website: mindpowersports.com
E-mail: robertwinters@davidleadbetter.com
Wednesday, October 19, 2005
Todd Rhinehart is the Tournament Chairman for
the 2005 Tour Championship at Eastlake GC in
Atlanta, Georgia. Todd will discuss tournament
preparations, course changes and the players.
Website: www.eastlakegolfclub.com
Bill Walters is Chairman & CEO of Walters Golf.
Bill will discuss the recent moritorium on new
courses, water issues and market competitivness
within Southern Nevada.
Website: www.waltersgolf.com
Wednesday, October 5, 2005 Co-Host: Kevin Marsh, 2005 US Mid-Amatuer Champion
Roger Gunn was the PGA of America Teacher
of the Year in 2001. He has worked with Tom Lehman,
Steve Pate and Jay Delsing. He is the founder of
Cyber Golf Pro lessons series.
Website: www.golflevels.com
Kris Moe is a former PGA and European Tour
player who now operates his golf school in
Sonoma, California. Kris has competed in over
20 countries through Asia and Europe.
Website: www.krismoegolfschools.com
E-mail: kris@krismoegolfschools.com
Wednesday, September 28, 2005
PGA Tour player Ben Crane, a 2-time winner,
will discuss his thoughts on playing in the Michelin
Championship. The No. 1 ranked putter on Tour,
Ben will talk about things we can do to improve.
Website: www.golfonline.com
Charlie Baron is the Tournament Manager for the
2005 Michelin Championship at Las Vegas. Charlie
will discuss the field and activities surrounding the event
played at TPC Summerlin & TPC at the Canyons.
Wednesday, September 21, 2005
A special hour with teaching icon Bob Toski.
For over 4 decades, Bob has been considered one of the
finest instructors ever in the game of golf. He
presently operates the Toske-Battersby Learning
Center at Broward Community College.
E-mail: LToski@adelphia.net
Wednesday, September 14, 2005
Keith Lyford, former PGA Tour player, is the
Director of Golf at Auborn CC. A Top 100
instrucrtor, he was the 1997 New England PGA
Teacher of the Year and the 2000 New York Teacher
of the Year.
E-mail: lyford@digitalpath.net
Website: www.golfonline.com
Brad Redding is the Director of Instruction at
Grande Dunes GC & Academy in Myrtle Beach,
SC. As a Top 100 instructor, he works with PGA,
LPGA, Nationwide & Hooters Tour players.
Website: www.golfonline.com
E-mail: brad.redding@burroughs-chapin.com
Wednesday, September 7, 2005
Greg Midland is an Associate Editor
at Golf Magazine. Greg will discuss his
biennial rankings of the Top 100 courses
in the United States and the World.
Website: www.golfonline.com,
www.golfmagazine.com
Karen Palacios-Jansen is a Top 100
instructor. Karen will talk about her
first-hand experience with Hurricane Katrina
and the experience her parents faced who
live in New Orleans.
Wednesday, August 24, 2005
Bryan Gathright is a Top 100 teaching professional
in San Antonio, Tx. A for mer tour player, Bryan instructs
PGA Tour professionals Jimmy Walker, Notah Brgay and
LPGA player Dorothy Delasin. Bryan is a fomer guest on
The Golf Channel.
Website: www.golfonline.com
E-mail: bgathrightgolf@sbcglobal.net
Jose Miraflor is the Manager of Product Creation
in Irons, Putters & Wedges for TaylorMade Golf.
He oversees product develpment and marketing
efforts in the areas listed above.
Website: www.taylormadegolf.com
Wednesday, August 10, 2005
Karen Palacios-Jansen is an LPGA teaching professional
who was voted one of America's Top 50 by Golf for Women.
She is a regular guest instructor on the Golf Channel and the
developer of the "Cardiogolf" exercise program.
Website: www.karenpalaciosjansen.com.
Kathy Padgett is a golf instructor with the Tiburon
Golf Academy in Naples, Florida. Kathy instructs
players on all levels, especially junior golfers. She
is a former competitive player and has authored
golf articles for various publications.
Website: www.ricksmith.com
Wednesday, August 3, 2005
Roger Fredericks, a golf instructor, has developed
a unique program for golf flexibilty. He is the founder of
the Del Mar Golf College in San Diego. He works with
Arnold Palmer, Gary Player, Bob Charles and Raymond Floyd.
Website: www.fredericksgolf.com
Brad Brewer was the co-founder of the Arnold Palmer
Golf Academies. A former Tour player, Brad started
the Brad Brewer Golf Academy in Florida. He works
with Ian Baker-Finch, Brad Faxon, Scott Hoch and
Robert Damron. He is a featured instructor on The Golf Channel.
Website: www.bradbrewer.com
Wednesday, July 27, 2005
Jerry Mowlds is the Director of Instruction at Pumpkin
Ridge Golf Club in Portland, Oregon. Jerry has received numerous
awards in golf including Player of the Year and Section
Teacher of the Year. Jerry has over 35 years experience
as a teaching professional.
Website: www.pumpkinridge.com
Jim McLean is the Director of Golf at Doral Golf
Resort & Spa. Jim is the owner of the Jim McLean
Golf Schools. Probably known best for his research
on the "X Factor," Jim has been one of the premiere
instructors in golf teaching many Tour professionals.
Website: www.jimmclean.com
E-mail: jcm72@aol.com
Wednesday, July 20, 2005
Kris Moe is the founder of the Kris Moe Golf Schools
in Sonoma, California. Kris has played professionally
in over 20 countries, including Asia and Europe. He has
played on the United States and European Tours. Kris
also makes and bottles his own wines.
Website: www.krismoegolfschools.com
Dr. Bee Epstein-Sheperd is one of the foremost
mental coaches in golf. She has authored a number
of top-selling books. She works with professional
tour players on all of the major tours as well as
top amatuer players. She is the developer of Mind
Power Technology.
E-Mail: DrBeeMM@aol.com
Website: www.drbee.com
Wednesday, July 13, 2005
Matt Rudy is a Senior Writer for
Golf Digest. He is the author or co-author
of 5 books including Breaking 90 with Johnny
Miller and Golf Weekends which reviews
more then 650 golf courses in the country.
Website: www.golfdigest.com or www.fodors.com
Thomas Dunne is a Senior Writer for
Travel & Leisure Golf. The July/August
issue reveals the "hottest people, places
and equipment." Mr. Dunne will highlight
the article with his personal choices.
Website: www.tlgolf.com
Wednesday, July 6, 2005
Rob Akins, is known as one of the top golf
instructors in America. Rob is the Director
at Ridgeway Country Club in Memphis, TN.
Rob instructs many top PGA Tour professionals,
including David Toms.
Website: www.robakinsgolf.com
Peter Siegel is a certified hypnotherapist.
He works with professional golfers as well as
professional athletes in other fields. He has
a national reputation for "bottom line results."
Website: www.incrediblechange.com
Wednesday, June 22, 2005
Charlie King, a PGA teaching professional, is the CEO of
UnCommon Golf. A former Director of Instruction at PGA
National, he is a co-author of Golf's Red Zone Challenge:
Master Your Short Game.
E-mail: jcking33@bellsouth.net
Website: www.triumphbooks.com
Dr. Jay P. Granat is a psychotherapist who
has coached thousands of golfers. He is the
founder of StayInTheZone.com." He has
authored several books and lectured extensively
on performance enhancement.
Website: www.stayinthezone.com
Wednesday, June 15, 2005
David Clarke is the new Editor for Golf Magazine. With more
then 25 years experience in journalism, David will be responsible
for developing the editorial content of the magazine along with
innovative ideas about instruction.
Website: www.golfmagazine.com, www.golfonline.com
Mark McNulty currently has 3 Champions Tour victories and 55 world-wide
victories. He is currently ranked 9th on the Money List. In 2004, Mark earned
Rookie of the Year honors. He has been a professional since 1977 and is
reputed to be one of the finest putters in the game.
Website: www.pgatour.com
Wednesday, June 8, 2005
Larry Foster, M.D. is an orthopedic surgeon and a self-described golf nut. He is the author of "Dr. Divot's Guide to Golf Injuries," which is a handbook for golf injury prevention and treatment,.
Website: www.drdivotmd.com
E-mail: doctordivotmd@aol.com
Wednesday, June 1, 2005
Karen Palacios-Jansen is an LPGA Teaching Professional.
She is Director of Instruction for Swing Blade Enterprises.
She was voted as one of the "Top 40 Business Leaders" in
the golf industry. Karen is seen on the Golf Channel and is a
golf columnist. Karen is married to former Olympian Dan Jansen.
Website: www.karenpalaciosjansen.com
David Dusek is an associate editor with Golf Magazine. His article "The 25 Best Schools in America" is an evaluation and ranking of golf schools and academies throughout the United States.
Wednesday, May 18, 2005
Dr. Gio Valiante is a golf sports psychologist. He is highly recognized for his groundbreaking psychological study of over 100 competitive golfers. He works with Jack & Gary Nicklaus, Billy Andrade and Stewart Cink.
Website: www.drgiovaliante.com
"Life with a Swinger" is a book authored by Kay Davidoff-Ziplow & Leslie Zinberg. It focuses on conversations off the tee with professionals and their wives with never-before-seen photos.
Website: www.clocktowerpress.com
Wednesday, May 11, 2005
Travis Fulton is the Site Manager for the PGA Tour Academy at the World Golf Village in St. Augustine, Florida. He is Senior
Master Instructor and has been recognized as one of the top
golf instructors in northern Florida.
Website: www.wgv.com
Jerry Teplitz is an expert in the field of stress management.
He has authored 4 books and has given over 1500 presentations
to more then a million people over the last 28 years. He concentrates
on making players more positive, effective and focused.
Website: www.teplitz.com
E-mail: jerry@teplitz.com
Wednesday, May 4, 2005
Donald Crawley is the Director of Instruction at
the Boulders Golf Academy at the Boulders Golf Club
in Carefree, Arizona. Donald is rated as a Top 100
instructor by Golf Magazine.
Website: www.thebouldersclub.com
E-mail: dcrawley@wyndham.com
Susan Hill is a certified fitness trainer
with the International Sports Science
Association at the Sage Springs Club
in Sunriver, Oregon. She works almost
exclusively with golfers on all levels.
Website: www.fitnessforgolf.com
Wednesday, April 27, 2005
Jane Blalock was the Rookie of the Year
on the LPGA Tour in 1969. She has 27 wins
on Tour and is currently the President of the
JBC Golf Company.
Website: www.lpga.com or www.jbcgolf.com
Tom F. Stickney is the Director of Instruction
at The Club at Cordillera in Vail, Colorado. Tom is one
of the new breed of "techno-instructors" who utilizes
extensive video and computer graphics.
Website: www.tomfstickney.com
Wednesday, April 20, 2005
Debbie Steinbach is a fomer LPGA Tour player.
She now is recognized as one of the best golf
instructors for women. She has authored instructional
books including Venus on the Fairway and Venus on the Fringe.
Website: www.venusgolf.com
Greg Irwin is the founder of HandHealth Unlimited.
He is a finger fitness expert and has developed a program
to help maximize the physical ability of your hands through
the use of specialized products.
Website: www.handhealth.com
Wednesday, April 13, 2005
D.J. Trahan is a rookie on the PGA Tour. He spent
the 2004 season on the Nationwide Tour where he
finished 26th on the money list, where he won the
Miccosukee Championship.
Website: www.pgatour.com
Donald Trahan, known as the "Swing Surgeon," is a
Master PGA Professional. Fellow teaching professionals
consider Don to be one of the most knowledgeable students
of the golf swing. Don operates his golf academy in South Carolina.
Website: www.swingsurgeon.com
Wednesday, April 6, 2005
Carl Robito is a PGA Master Professional.
A co-author of "Sports for Golf" program,
Carl is a strenght and conditioning specialist
and is a 2-time ECC PGA Teacher of the Year.
E-mail: cmrabito@aol.com
Jeff Ritter is the Director of Instruction at the
ASU Karsten Golf Academy. In addition, Jeff
teaches and runs the Nike Junior Golf Camps
nationwide. Jeff also does golf instruction segments
on The Golf Channel and for ESPN.
Website: www.jeffrittergolf.com
Wednesday, March 30, 2005
Lorin Anderson is the Director of Instruction for
Golf Magazine. Lorin will discuss and lend his
expertise to this year's Masters Tournament
with dialogue about the players and the course.
Website: www.golfmagazine.com, www.golfonline.com
Kent Chase is the Director & Founder of the
Kent Chase Golf Academy in Phoeniz, Az.
Kent has competed on the PGA Tour and
is a 3-time coach for the Arizona juniors
in the World Junior Championship.
Website: www.kentchasegolf.com
Wednesday, March 23, 2005
John Paul Newport is the Executive Editor of
Travel & Leisure Golf Magazine. Newport spent
time competing on golf's mini-tours and his experience
has lead him to write his first book "The Fine Green Line."
Website: www.tlgolf.com
Vince Howell is a member of the Long Drivers
of America team. He is the 2002 Pinnacle LDA
Champion and is a regualr qualifier for the ReMax
World Long Drive Championship.
E-mail: vincehrs@aol.com
Wednesday, March 16, 2005
Katherine Roberts is a certified fitness trainer and
yoga instructor. She provides the daily fitness programming
on The Golf Channel and has been featured in numerous
golf publications and television programs.
Website: http://www.krtotalfitness.com/
Terry Wilcox is the Tournament Director of the
Kraft Nabisco Championship LPGA Golf Tourney.
He is a life long member of the PGA of America and
a former PGA Tour player.
Wednesday, March 9, 2005
Charles Burgess is the author of "Golf
Links." He is a member of the GWAA and
his writings have appeared in a number of
publications. He is a devotee of the game
of golf.
Website: www.rounderbooks.com
Gil Hanse is the founder and President of
Hanse Golf Course Design, whose philosophy
is to be "as hands on as possible." He has a
Master's degree in Landscape Architecture from
Cornell University.
Website: www.hansegolfdesign.com
Wednesday, March 2, 2005
Patrick Cohn has a doctorate in applied sport
psychology. He has authored numerous books on
the mental part of golf. He is regarded by experts
in the field as the leading authority for entering "the
zone."
Website: www.peaksports.com
Jim Fannin is a sports psychologist who
works with many PGA tour players to help
them enter and stay in the"zone." Jim is
known by his peers as the "Zone Coach."
Website: www.zonecoach.com
Wednesday, February 23, 2005
Joe Louis Barrow, Jr. is Executive Director of
The First Tee program. He is responsible for
all activities of the organization. Established in
1997, it has over 155 facilities.
Website: www.thefirsttee.org
Art Sellinger is a former world's long drive
champion. He is the founder of the Long Drivers
of America organization. Mr. Sellinger spearheads
the annual ReMax World Long Drive Championships
in Mesquite, Nevada.
Website: www.longdrivers.com
Wednesday, February 16, 2005
Jack Kuykendall is a "golf scientist" that discovered
Single-Axis golf. Jack claims that he is the most knowledgeable
person in golf on the complex traditional swing.
E-mail: KuyGOLF@aol.com.
Dave Collins is a "master instructor" with a
proven track record of success with all skill
levels of golfers. Dave is reputed to be one of the
most knowledgeable people about the golf swing.
E-mail: davecollins4@hotmail.com
Wednesday, February 9, 2005
Dave Pelz is golf's reputed short game guru.
He is a regular on the Golf Channel and conducts
short game schools all across the country. Dave works
with many Tour players, most recently Phil Mickelson.
Website: www.pelzgolf.com
Carol Preisinger is the Director of Instruction
at The Kiawah Island Club Golf Academy. She was voted the
LPGA Teacher of the Year in 1998 and recently named
as one of the Top 100 instructors in the country.
Website: www.kiawahislandclub.com
E-mail: carol_Preisinger@kiawahisland.com
Wednesday, February 2, 2005
Ty Votah is the Commissioner of the LPGA. His duties
are varied and include the negotiation of tournament and television sponsorship, player discipline and tournament organization. Mr. Votah plans on leaving his position at
the conclusion of the 2005 season.
Website: www.lpga.com
Tina Mickelson is a PGA teaching professional
in San Diego, CA. She also authors a syndicated
series of golf tips and speaks about issues that
affect women in the game of golf.
Website: www.tinamickelson.com
E-mail: tinamickelson@pga.com
Wednesday, January 26, 2005
Shawn Humphries is the Director of Instruction at
the Cowboys Golf Club in Texas. He was recently named as
one of the Top 100 instructors by Golf Magazine. He is a contributing writer to several golf publications.
E-mail: shawn@shawnhumphries.com.
Forrest Fezler has been a member of the PGA Tour
since 1972. Forrest has an impressive record on our, winning the Southern Open and a 2nd place finish at the
U.S. Open in 1974. Forrest now serves as the President of
Maverick Golf Design.
Website: www.maverickgolfdesign.com
E-mail: forrestfezler@aol.com
Wednesday, January 12, 2005
Tom Kubistant is called the "master of the intrinsic" when it comes to the mental side of golf. One one of the most prolific writers
on golf psychology, Tom works with players of all abilities to help them
understand the mental game. He is one of the most sought after speakers
on the subject.
E-mail: kubistant@aol.com
Loren Anderson is the Director of Instruction
for Golf Magazine. Loren will discuss the 2005
selection of the Top 100 Teachers in America and
also discuss other golf-related instructional topics.
Website: www.golfmagazine.com , www.golfonline.com
Wednesday, January 5, 2005
Bryan Gathright is one of America's Top 50 golf
instructors. Bryan works with many tour players,
including the Rookie of the Year on the Nationwide Tour
Jimmy Walker. Bryan has a very simple teaching approach
which makes his style very effective.
E-mail: bgathrightgolf@yahoo.com.
Jimmy Walker finished the 2004 season on the
Nationwide Tour ranked as the No. 1 player and
won Player of the Year honors. He is headed to the PGA
Tour and is expected to be in the winner's circle.
Website: www.pgatour.com
Wednesday, December 29, 2004
Bill Lunde is a former member of the UNLV golf team.
He is now a touring professional on the Nationwide Tour.
Bill finished the year with five top-25 finishes and placed
51st on the money list.
Website: www.pgatour.com
Erin Andrews is a local Las Vegan who is a member
of the Oregon State golf team. Erin has had U.S. Open
experience along with an in-depth background in
junior golf.
Wednesday, December 22, 2004
Franklin Langham returns to the PGA Tour after
finishing 6th on the Nationwide money list. Franklin
made 15 of 22 cuts and was the winner of the 2004
Rheem Classic.
Website: www.pgatour.com
Peter Oosterhus is a former European and PGA
Tour player. Peter is a golf announcer for CBS Sports
as well as The Golf Channel. Peter has more then 20
victories worldwide and led the Order of Merit for 4
consecutive years.
Website: www.cbssportsline.com
Wednesday, December 15, 2004
PGA Tour player Arron Oberholser who is
entering his 3rd year on tour. Arron made 17
cuts in 23 starts in 2004 on the PGA Tour and
finished 52nd on the official money list.
Website: www.pgatour.com
Dave Marrandette is a former playing professional
who began writing books. His new book, "Can I get
a Ruling" offers entertaining and thought-provoking
moments about how rules come in top play on pro
tours.
Website: www.clocktowerpress.com
Wednesday, December 8, 2004
Larry Dorman, Senior VP of Callaway Golf Company
will discuss the latest in club technology including the
new Callaway Heavenwood hybrid clubs and what's in store
for future club design and technology.
Website: www.callawaygolf.com
Iain MacFarlane Lowe is a photographic journalist
who lives in St. Andrews, Scotland. His new book, "Scottish Golf Links," shows more then 50 of Scotland's
finest courses.
Website: www.clocktowerpress.com
Wednesday, November 24, 2004
Dr. Bob Rotella is a sports psychologist and is
the preeminent counselor of players on the
PGA , LPGA and Champions Tour. Formerly
the director of sports psychology at the University
of Virginia.
Website: www.bobrotella.com
Connell Barrett is an associate editor at Golf
Magazine. He oversees the front-of-the-book
section and edited the magazine's 45 greatest
moments in golf.
Website: www.golfmagazine.com
Wednesday, November 17, 2004
H.J. "Bud" Ferrante, PT, OCS, originated BacktoGolf
in 1991. BacktoGolf conducts numerous seminars educating
physical therapists and golf professionals about the
bio-mechanics of the golf swing.
Website: www.back2golf.com
Juan Elizondo is the President and Founder
of "Speedstik," one of the hottest training aids
found on the market. It is endorsed by many PGA
touring pros including Vijay Singh.
Website: www.speedstik.com
E-mail: the speedstik@msn.com
Wednesday, November 10, 2004
Dennis Walters is a trick shot performer that was disabled from a golf cart accident. He performs all around the country doing approximately 100 shows a year with his dog Benji Hogan.
Website: www.denniswalters.com
Gary Wiren is a golf educator as well as considered
one of the country's top instructors. Gary is an author
and is a world-renowned collector of golf memorabilia.
Gary has both a Master's degree as well as a Ph.D from
the University of Oregon.
Website: www.garywiren.com
Wednesday, November 3, 2004
Dr. Tom Kubistant is called the "master of the
Intrinsic in golf." He works with players on all levels and
is known as one of the primary researchers in golf.
Dr. Kubistant is the most prolific writer on the psychology
of golf.
E-mail: kubistant@aol.com
Missy Ringler is the head coach of the UNLV women's
golf team. In her second year, Missy is bring her prior
experience as a former tour player to help individual
players better their game.
Website: www.unlv.edu
Wednesday, October 27, 2004
Debbie Steinbach is a former LPGA tour player who
rated as one of the top 50 instructors for women.
She is an author, speaker and does many corporate
and charity clinics.
Website: www.venusgolf.com
Jay Ginsbach, known as "Fairway Jay" is a professional sports handicapper who is a regular contributor on the "Vegas Sportswire" heard daily in Las Vegas. Jay handicaps
golf along with other sports.
E-mail: fairwayjay@cox.net
Wednesday, October 13, 2004
Tom Doak, from Traverse City, Mi has designed some
of the most popular courses in the country, like his
jewel Pacific Dunes in Bandon, Oregon. Tom's philosophy
is one of a traditionalist who literally tries
to make very hole somewhat different.
E-mail: renaissancegolf@aol.com
Website: www.renaissancegolf.com
Peter C. Siegel, R.H., is a nationally acclaimed author, seminar leader and peak performance hypnotherapist
who works with PGA tour players as well as athletics from
all fields.
Website: www.incrediblechange.com
Wednesday, October 6, 2004
Dr. Bee Epstein-Sheperd uses her Ph.D in psychology
to work with some of the biggest touring professionals.
She is an author and has a new series of tapes that can
help you "master your mind" to help "master the game."
E-mail: drbeemm@aol.com
Website: www.drbee.com
Wednesday, September 29, 2004
Charlie Baron is the tournament manager for the up-coming 22nd
PGA Michelin Championship in Las Vegas Oct 7th - 10th. He will discuss the field,
non-golfing events and the history of the event here in Las Vegas.
E-mail: cbaron@lvfvgolf.com
Todd Sones from Vernon Hills, Illinois, is ranked as one of
the top 100 teaching instructors in the country by Golf Magazine.
He teaches and works with tour professional on all of the major tours
and has a unique style and philosophy in his teachings.
Website: www.toddsones.com
E-mail: toddsones@aol.com
Wednesday, September 22, 2004
Dwaine Knight is the head golf coach for the UNLV men's golf team.
A former tour player, Dwaine just returned from the Ryder Cup (where
he had 2 former team members playing), Dwaine will discuss and give
his opinions of the event.
Website: www.unlv.edu
Dr. Gio Valiante is currently a professor at Rollins
College where he teaches psychology. He works with a
number of PGA tour players such as Jack & Gary
Nicklaus and Stewart Cink.
Website: www.fearlessgolf.net
Wednesday, September 15, 2004
Lorin Anderson, Director of Instruction for Golf Magazine and
author Robin McMillian will be live from Oakland Hills, site of the
2004 Ryder Cup to give up-dates and their opinions and insights
as to this year's winner.
Website: www.golfmagazine.com
Website: www.golfonline.com
Dr. Joseph Parent, from Santa Barabara, California, is a golf
psychologist and author. He works with some of the best tour
players on the PGA Tour, including the No. 1 player in the world
Vijay Singh. He also conducts is own custom golf schools.
E-mail: info@zengolf.com
Website: www.mentalgamemastery.com
Wednesday, September 8, 2004
Brad Brewer is a former tour player and is co-founder of the
Arnold Palmer Golf Academies. Brad has is own golf school in
Orlando, Florida, and is one of the early innovators of on-line
swing analysis.
E-mail: brad@bradbrewer.com
Website: www.bradbrewer.com
Bob Cisco is a pga teaching professional from Southern California.
He bills himself to be one of the most innovative and performance
advisors in the game of golf. He is an author and is the creator
of the Ultimate Golf Schools.
Website: www.allaboutgolf.us
E-mail: bobcisco@allaboutgolf.us
Wednesday, September 1, 2004
Kelly Blackburn is a golf fitness expert. She works with many of the
top players on the PGA Tour and Champions Tour and is regularly seen
on the Golf Channel. She travels extensively conducting fitness clinics and
promotes her fitness line.
Website: www.kellyblackburn.com
Bob Klingensmith is the founder of Gear-To-Go, a new demo rental service
that frees golfers from the complications and expense of hauling golf
clubs on vacation. The company also provides balls and accessories.
Website: www.gear-to-go.com
Wednesday, August 25, 2004
Brian Hoeniger is the Executive Director of the Professional Disc Golf Association.
The association puts on weekly competition nationwide for both professionals as
well as amateurs.
E-mail: pdga@sympatico.ca
Website: www.pdga.com
Bob Love is President of the American Society of Golf Course
Architects. He has over 25 years of experience in the field of
golf course architecture. He is an author, lecturer and has taught at the University of Maryland.
E-mail: wr1215@gte.net
Wednesday, August 18, 2004
Dr. Tom Kubistant has been called the "The Master of Intrinsic Golf." He is one
of the primary researchers on the psychology of golf. He is a much sought after
speaker as well as being an author.
Phone: (775) 345-0340
Ross Becker is the news anchor at Channel 13, the ABC affiliate
in Las Vegas. He is an avid golfer and adds insight and perspective to golf events
both locally and nationally.
Website: KTNV.com
Wednesday, August 11, 2004
Deborah Rozman, Ph.D., is a psychologist and author. She is President of Quantum
Intech, which has introduced Freeze-Framer for golf. Works with many top PGA tour
instructors.
Website: www.golf.freezeframer.com
E-mail: drozman@quantumintech.com
Lorin Anderson is the Director of Instruction for Golf Magazine,
and will be live for an up-to-date at Whistling Straits site of the 2004 PGA Championship.
Website: www.golfmagazine.com
Wednesday, August 4, 2004
Charlie Baron is the tournament manager for the up-coming Las Vegas Invitational.
He'll bring us up to date on that as well as the tournament qualifier being held
August 23rd. e
E-mail: cbaron@lvfcgolf.com
Dr. Bee Epstein-Sheperd is a clinical hypnotherapist who works
with many professional tour players and is the developer of Mind Power Technology,
a mental training system.
Website: www.drbee.com
Wednesday, July 28, 2004
Gary Panks is one of the country's leading golf course designers. One of his
most recent designs is Aliante Golf Club in North Las Vegas.
Website: www.garypanks.com
Chris Riley is a PGA touring professional from Las Vegas. Considered
one of the best putters on tour, Chris is the winner of the Reno-Tahoe Open and
is a former stand-out on the UNLV golf team.
Website: www.pgatour.com
Wednesday, July 21, 2004
Deborah Graham & John Stabler, developers of the "Tension Meter" through their
work with leading Tour players. Have written a number of books on the mental part
of the game.
Website: www.sportpsych.com
Ryan Moore, a senior, is a 3-time All American at UNLV. He
has been a dominant force on the men's golf team and has just won his 2nd Publinks
Championship in the last 3 years.
Website: www.UNLV.edu
Wednesday, July 14, 2004
Patricia Donnelly is a Ph.D in sport, leisure & exercise who teaches golfers
how to achieve a mental edge. She gives seminars to groups such as the PGA of
America.
E-mail: patriciadonnelly@peoplepc.com.
Website: www.golfdigest.com/zone/
Cameron Morfit is a senior writer for Golf Magazine. He will
be reporting live from Royal Troon giving the latest up-dates on the up-coming
British Open.
Website: www.golfonline.com
Wednesday, July 7, 2004
Katherine Roberts is a golf fitness expert in yoga studies and motivation.
Her new book "Yoga for Golfers" is a unique mind-body approach for golf fitness.
Website: www.yogaforgolfers.com
Tom Ferraro teaches various PGA Tour players about the mental
game of golf. He is an author and holds a Ph.D in Psychology.
E-mail: drtferraro@aol.com
Wednesday, June 30, 2004
Jim Fannin is known as the "ZoneCoach." His clients include some of the best-known
PGA Tour stars. He is the innovator of the S.C.O.R.E. Performance System.
Website: www.zonecoach.com
E-mail: jfannin@zonecoach.com
James Dobson is an award-winning author. His new book "Ben
Hogan, An American Hero" chronicles the life of one of golf's greatest players.
Website: www.doubleday.com
Wednesday, June 23, 2004
Roger Gunn, one of Southern California's top teaching professionals from Tierra
Regada Golf Club in Moorepark, California.
Website: www.golflevels.com
Scott D. Berg, President of PeakVision Sports from Overland
Park, Kansas, makers of the new PeakVision sunglasses for golfers with new Dual-Zone
technology.
Website: www.PeakVision.com
Wednesday, June 16, 2004
Loren Anderson, Director of Instruction for Golf Magazine will be live from Shinnecock
Hills, site of the U.S. Open.
Website: www.golfonline.com
Dave Ostrow is President and CEO of Body Balance for Performance,
Inc. in Chester County, PA.
E-mail: dostrow@ostrowpt.com
Website: www.fitgolf.com
Wednesday, June 9, 2004
Bruce Burrows, founder, chairman & ceo of Burrows Golf in Valencia, Califormia,
makers of the mac driver.
Website: www.burrowsgolf.com
E-mail: bburrows@burrowsgolf.com
Dr. Tom Kubistant, noted golf mental coach, author and speaker
from Reno, Nevada.
Telephone: (775) 345-0340
Wednesday, June 2, 2004
Dr. Tom Kubistant, noted golf mental coach, author and speaker from Reno, Nevada.
Telephone: (775) 345-0340
Dr. Lee Miller, CEO of Feel Golf, manufacturer of Feel Golf's
wedges, drivers and irons.
Website: www.feelwedges.com
Wednesday, May 26, 2004
Greg Midland is an associate editor at Golf Magazine. Greg is a co-author in the
book series "Better by Saturday," which is a series of tips from Golf Magazine's
Top 100 Instructors.
Website: www.twbookmark.com
Scott Sackett, Director of Instruction for the PGA Tour Academy
in St. Augustine, Florida. Co-Founder and Executive Director of Resort Golf Group.
Website: www.resortgolf.com
Wednesday, May 19, 2004
Roger Schillerstrom is an award-winning editorial cartoonist who works for
golfweek. He is the author of "Drawn to Golf." Website: www.clocktowerpress.com
Jimmy Ballard from Key Largo, Florida. Jimmy Ballard is the
creator of the "Swing Connection," and is considered one of the premiere instructors
in the country.
Phone: 1-800-999-6664
Wednesday, May 12, 2004
Tom Patri is one of the country's Top 100 instructors . He currently is the
Director of Instruction at the Naples Grande Golf Club in Naples, Florida.
Website: www.TomPatri.com
Jim Gorant is the Deputy Golf Editor at Sports Illustrated.
His articles have appeared in national magazines and is the contributing author
of "Fit for Golf."
Wednesday, May 5, 2004
Jim Murphy - Top 100 Instructor
Southern Texas teacher of the year
Website: www.gotrainingstation.com
Kip Puterbaugh is the director of instruction at the Aviara
Golf Academy in Carlsbad, California.
Website: www.aviaragolfacademy.com
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