Next On The Tee With Chris Mascaro, Golf Podcast

Suzy Whaley took us on a journey through her career in golf from playing her college golf at the University of North Carolina, winning 2 team titles at the Duke Invitational Championships on Duke soil, playing on the LPGA Tour, being the first woman in nearly 60 years (since Babe Didrickson-Zaharias) to qualify to play in a PGA Tour event at the Greater Hartford Open in 2003, and then being the first female President of the PGA of America.

Cindy Miller shares her insights on how to score better, how to get over the psychological hump of trying to break 80, 90, or 100 for the first time, how not to play scared, and keeping your emotional cool on the course.

Brandon Stooksbury is a short game guru and shared tips for hitting pitch shots closer, how to get out of a greenside bunker, and how to get clean contact in a fairway bunker or off a tight lie.

Former PGA of America President Suzy Whaley plus 2010 LPGA National Teacher of the Year Cindy Miller, and Short Game Guru Brandon Stooksbury join me. Cindy Miller shares her insights on how to score better, how to get over the psychological hump of trying to break 80, 90, or 100 for the first time, how not to play scared, and keeping your emotional cool on the course. Suzy Whaley took us on a journey through her career in golf from playing her college golf at the University of North Carolina, winning 2 team titles at the Duke Invitational Championships on Duke soil, playing on the LPGA Tour, being the first woman in nearly 60 years (since Babe Didrickson-Zaharias) to qualify to play in a PGA Tour event at the Greater Hartford Open in 2003, and then being the first female President of the PGA of America. Brandon Stooksbury is a short game guru and shared tips for hitting pitch shots closer, how to get out of a greenside bunker, and how to get clean contact in a fairway bunker or off a tight lie.

Terry shares his life in the game. How his parents sparked his love for the game, how a kid from Manitoba ended up playing his college golf at the University of Miami, getting to know Canadian Golf Legend Moe Norman, how he came to develop BodiTrak Golf, and how Sqairz golf shoes really do allow you to generate more power and distance.

Janes Geddes, the winner of the 1986 Women's US Open and 1987 LPGA Championship, makes her 3rd appearance on the show. Jane shares her thoughts on the distance issue, the importance of the Augusta National Women's Amateur tournament, getting ready to kickoff the LPGA Legends Tour season, and my hope that she could succeed Michael Whan as LPGA Tour Commissioner.

Tom Patri helps us get back to fundamentals talking grip, posture, and ball position. Plus we hear about the importance of having a pre-shot routine, determining proper tee height, and the recent visit he got from long-time friend Fred Couples.

We help build your game from the ground up with Top Instructor Tom Patri and the Developer of BrodiTrak Golf and Manitoba Golf Hall of Famer Terry Hashimoto. We also hear the latest from the LPGA Legends Tour from their Commissioner and 2 time LPGA Major Champion Jane Geddes.

John Patrick shares his thoughts on this year's Masters Tournament plus looks back at Mark O'Meara's win in 1998 which included a front 9 charge from 58-year-old Jack Nicklaus. We also touch on why Bryson DeChambeau's focus on overpowering the course hasn't led to any success at Augusta, and if they are going to lengthen the 13th hole.

One of the top PGA Professionals in the game, John Mascari shares his thoughts on The Masters plus, why so many Tour Pros are switching to the claw putting grip, and how those of us who are 50+ years old can regain some lost distance.

Mitch Laurance reflects back on the first time he went to Augusta National, how television doesn't do justice to how perfect the property is. Mitch also shares his insights on two legendary courses just 30 minutes from Augusta National in Aiken, South Carolina that you can play during Masters week.

Tom Patri shares his thoughts on this year's Masters Tournament, we look back at the 1998 tournament, Mark O'Meara's big win, and Jack Nicklaus' Sunday charge. Tom also shares some tips for hitting it close with our scoring irons (7-8-9).

Frank Jasper, who played Brian Shute in the 80's classic movie Vision Quest joins me. What a HUGE thrill getting to talk with Frank Jasper who played Brian Shute in one of my all-time favorite movies Vision Quest. Frank takes us inside the movie and what it was like being a part of something that has inspired people for generations now. He talks about how well the movie has stood the test of time, what it was like doing that famous scene of him climbing the bleachers holding the log behind his neck and filming the final wrestling scene with Matthew Modine. We also talked about the positive impact he continues to have on the lives of others teaching them proper diet and holistic medicine, plus the influence his father and Arnold Schwarzenegger had on his life. I had so much fun talking with Frank. I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I did.

This week I'm joined by Top Instructors Tom Patri & John Mascari, Talking Golf Getaways Host Mitch Laurance, the Host of The Augusta Golf Show John Patrick. We recap The Masters, talk about the course and what aspects of it TV doesn't do justice to. Mitch Laurance takes us inside two historic golf courses near Augusta National, Palmetto Golf Club and Aiken Golf Club, and their significance to the game in this country. Tom Patri and John Mascari share playing lessons for how to hit our scoring irons (7-8-9 irons) closer to the hole and why so many Pros are going to the claw grip with their putting strokes.

Ben Wright takes us behind the camera for what it was like preparing to broadcast the tournament. We hear about legendary Executive Producer Frank Chirkinian and how Clifford Roberts summoned Mr. Wright to Butler Cabin to audition to see if he would allow him to be a part of CBS's broadcast team. We also get his thoughts on the chances this year for Rory McIlroy, Lee Westwood, and Jordan Spieth.

On this segment of the Next on the Tee podcast, Matthew Laurance talks about how the reality of being at Augusta National far exceeds your expectations regardless of how high they are. We also talk about who he is rooting for and perhaps against and how nervous he and any of us would be if we got that invitation to play the course.

2011 US Senior Open Champion Olin Browne takes us on the course at Augusta National to let us know what it's like playing there and in the Tournament. Hear his explanation of the wind tunnel that the 13th hole is and how the trees around the 12th green causes the wind to swirl making club selection a challenge. He also talks about how intimidating the tee shot is on 18.

On this episode, hear stories and insights on The Masters and Augusta National from 2011 US Senior Open Champion Olin Browne, Backspin Golf Host Matthew Laurance, and Broadcast Legend Ben Wright. 2011 US Senior Open Champion Olin Browne takes us on the course at Augusta National to let us know what it's like playing there and in the Tournament. Hear his explanation of the wind tunnel that the 13th hole is and how the trees around the 12th green causes the wind to swirl making club selection a challenge. He also talks about how intimidating the tee shot is on 18. Matthew Laurance talks about how the reality of being at Augusta National far exceeds your expectations regardless of how high they are. We also talk about who he is rooting for and perhaps against and how nervous he and any of us would be if we got that invitation to play the course. Ben Wright takes us behind the camera for what it was like preparing to broadcast the tournament. We hear about legendary Executive Producer Frank Chirkinian and how

Gary Player joins me and shares memories from his 3 Masters victories plus his run of 3 victories in a row in 1978 starting with The Masters, his thoughts on Bryson DeChambeau, why Tom Wieskopf never won at Augusta, the importance of having longevity, and the overuse of the term superstar.

This week my guests are PGA Tour Legend John Cook and Top Instructors Tom Patri and Kevin Roman. All three of the guys share their thoughts on the WGC Match Play event and we look ahead to The Masters. Additionally TP shares tips for how to hit it closer from 80 yards in. John Cook talks about the work he's doing Patrick Cantlay and how to deal with pressure on the course. Kevin Roman talks about the principles of Plane Truth Golf and agrees with Hal Sutton on teaching his students to hit it far first and straight second.