FORE the Good of the Game
452 episodes - English - Latest episode: 25 days ago - ★★★★★ - 53 ratings"FORE the Good of the Game” is a golf podcast featuring interviews with World Golf Hall of Fame members, winners of major championships and other people of influence in and around the game of golf. Highlighting the positive aspects of the game, we aim to create and provide an engaging and timeless repository of content that listeners can enjoy now and forever. Co-hosted by PGA Tour star Bruce Devlin, our podcast focuses on telling their life stories, in their voices. Join Bruce and Mike Gonzalez “FORE the Good of the Game.”
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Ben Crenshaw - Part 1 (The Early Years)
February 07, 2024 05:00 - 45 minutes - 31.6 MBWorld Golf Hall of Fame member, Gentle Ben looks back on his youth, learning the game under the watchful eye of Harvey Penick, his second father, and being challenged by a young Tom Kite. Learn about the eerie history of Brookline in Ben’s life/career, where he discovered his love of the history and traditions of the Game at age 16. Ben and Bruce recount how their paths first crossed as the “Devil” gave an exhibition for the young men competing in the 1972 NCAA championship in FL. Share a ma...
Sally Little - Part 2 (The Majors and Career Wins)
February 06, 2024 06:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MBSally Little, winner of two major championships on the LPGA Tour, fondly recalls both, the 1980 LPGA Championship and the 1988 du Maurier Classic. Sally also recounts many of her 15 LPGA victories along the way including a win at the 1982 Nabisco Dinah Shore one year before it was to become a major. She also lost the 1986 Women's U.S. Open in a playoff with Jane Geddes. Listen in as Sally remembers introducing Nelson Mandela to her astonished LPGA friends in South Africa and shares her phila...
Sally Little - Part 1 (The Early Years)
February 06, 2024 05:00 - 51 minutes - 35.3 MB2-time major championship winner Sally Little begins her life story, learning the game as a young lady in apartheid South Africa. Tagging along with her father pulling a trolley for money, Sally's game, beginning at the age of 12, quickly developed. With no female golf role models, Sally looked to Bobby Locke, her father's friend, and Gary Player for inspiration. Turning pro at 19, Sally joined the PGA Tour where she earned Rookie of the Year honors in 1971. It took her a few years to learn...
Padraig Harrington - Part 2 (The Early Years - Continued)
February 05, 2024 06:00 - 48 minutes - 33 MBGet ready for an engaging conversation with the winner of 37 professional events (so far) Padraig Harrington, a golfing great whose amateur record is as impressive as his professional career. We'll kick off this episode reminiscing about Padraig's early golf influences, particularly his admiration for Christy O'Connor Sr. and his 'perfect golf swing'. Listen in as he recounts his early amateur successes featuring three Walker Cups that included a win over the U.S. side at Royal Porthcawl in...
Padraig Harrington - Part 1 (The Early Years)
February 05, 2024 05:00 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MB2024 World Golf Hall of Fame inductee and winner of three major championships, Padraig Harrington, takes us back to the days of his youth growing up in Rathfarnham, Ireland during the time of "The Troubles" in the North. Coming from a sporting family, Padraig competed in Gaelic football, soccer and hurling but was drawn to golf while growing up on the course his father and mates built in the southern hills of Dublin. Playing with a handful of clubs, he honed his short game at Stackstown GC ...
Joyce Ziske Malison - Part 2 (Winning the 1960 Western Open)
February 04, 2024 06:00 - 47 minutes - 32.4 MBJoyce Ziske Malison looks back on the final years of a relatively short professional career with her highlight being her victory in the 1960 Women's Western Open, then an LPGA major championship, at the Donald Ross-designed Beverly CC on the south side of Chicago, in a playoff with Barbara Romack. Joyce's largest paycheck didn't come until long after she had retired, winning the 52+ division of the inaugural Marilyn Smith Founders Classic and pocketing $10,500. She married in 1961 and transi...
Joyce Ziske Malison - Part 1 (The Early Years)
February 04, 2024 05:00 - 44 minutes - 30.4 MBWinner of the 1960 Women's Western Open, Joyce Ziske Malison takes us back to her youth growing up on a farm on the south side of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, living across the street from a driving range. Joyce remembers outdriving Patty Berg when she played an exhibition with her at age 14. She recalls her junior and amateur career that included participating in the 1954 Curtis Cup at Merion GC. Joyce turned professional in 1955, traveling on the road that first year with Jackie Pung in an old Fo...
Sandy Lyle - Part 3 (The Ryder Cup)
February 03, 2024 07:00 - 48 minutes - 33.7 MBWinner of the Masters Tournament and the Open Championship and member of the World Golf Hall of Fame, Sandy Lyle looks back on his later professional wins and the thrill of playing with Jack Nicklaus in the final round of the 1986 Masters. Sandy takes us through the transformative years of the Ryder Cup competition that he witnessed first-hand as a player from 1979, the first year including players from the continent, to 1987, Europe's first win on U.S. soil at Captain Jack Nicklaus' Muirfie...
Sandy Lyle - Part 2 (The 1985 Open and the 1988 Masters)
February 03, 2024 06:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MBTwo-time major championship winner Sandy Lyle takes his through the mid-1980's, the most productive period in his professional career, beginning with his Open Championship win at Royal St. George's in 1985, becoming the first British winner since Tony Jacklin in 1969 and the first Scot since Tommy Armour. After getting his first PGA victory in the U.S. at the 1986 Greater Greensboro Open, Sandy went on to win the Tournament Players Championship at TPC Sawgrass the following year. He prevaile...
Sandy Lyle - Part 1 (The Early Years and Early Tour Wins)
February 03, 2024 05:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MBWorld Golf Hall of Fame member Sandy Lyle begins his story remembering his days as a young lad growing up and learning the game under the watchful eye of his golf pro father in the West Midlands of England. He recounts his many early successes as a young amateur including his participation in the 1977 Walker Cup. Turning pro at age 19, Sandy had his first win on the European Tour a year later on sand greens at the 1978 Nigerian Open. Listen in as he recalls his first Open Championship in 197...
Jane Blalock - Part 4 (The Later Wins, Legends and Legacy)
February 02, 2024 08:00 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MBIn the finale of our four-part series with golf icon Jane Blalock, "FORE the Good of the Game" delivers an episode teeming with wisdom, resilience, and trailblazing spirit. As one of the most formidable figures in women's golf, Jane brings to life the culmination of her groundbreaking journey, painting an intimate portrait of her professional and personal milestones. In this episode, Jane digs deep into the indelible moments that have defined her legacy, from her unprecedented 27 LPGA Tour...
Jane Blalock - Part 3 (Persevering Through Adversity)
February 02, 2024 07:00 - 39 minutes - 27.1 MBIn the third episode of our eye-opening four-part series with golf legend Jane Blalock, "FORE the Good of the Game" navigates through one of the most contentious periods in her career—the LPGA's cheating allegations against her. Known for her 27 LPGA Tour wins and groundbreaking contributions to women’s golf, Jane reveals the emotional and professional toll these allegations took on her and how she resiliently persevered. This episode zeroes in on that defining moment in 1972 when Jane was ...
Jane Blalock - Part 2 (The Early Wins)
February 02, 2024 06:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MBIn this captivating second episode of our four-part interview series with Jane Blalock, you're in for a special treat as we dive deep into the legendary golfer's incredible career and experiences on and off the course. Co-hosts Mike Gonzalez and Bruce Devlin lead the conversation, discussing everything from Jane's earliest days on the LPGA Tour to the electrifying tournaments that made her a household name. Jane shares the stage with some of the greatest names in women's golf—Louise Suggs, ...
Jane Blalock - Part 1 (The Early Years)
February 02, 2024 05:00 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MBStep onto the fairway with us as we feature the legendary Jane Blalock in the first installment of an engaging four-part interview. Hosts Mike Gonzalez and Bruce Devlin dig deep into Jane's inspiring journey, revealing not just the golfer, but the person behind the achievements. From humble beginnings at New Hampshire's Portsmouth Country Club to becoming an LPGA Tour stalwart, Jane's story is a treasure trove of trials, triumphs, and life lessons. As a 27-time winner on the LPGA Tour and t...
Jerry Pate - Part 3 (The Majors, Team Play and Life After Golf)
January 31, 2024 07:00 - 51 minutes - 35.1 MBJerry Pate, who had a Hall of Fame-destined career cut short by injury at age 28, completes his story with a look back on his crowning achievement as a golfer, winning the 1976 U.S. Open at Atlanta Athletic Club in a PGA Rookie of the Year season. He had several other close calls in majors including the 1978 PGA Championship at Oakmont CC where John Mahaffey won in a 3-way playoff with Pate and Tom Watson. Jerry talks about representing the USA at the 1976 World Cup with Dave Stockton and pl...
Jerry Pate - Part 2 (The Tour Wins)
January 31, 2024 06:00 - 45 minutes - 31.6 MBU.S. Amateur winner and holder of eight PGA Tour titles, Jerry Pate recounts each of those wins including his first non-major win at the 1976 Canadian Open by four shots over Jack Nicklaus and the final one at the 1982 Tournament Players Championship, the first one played at its current home, the Pete Dye-designed TPC Stadium Course where he won with an orange ball and tossed both Dye and Commissioner Deane Beman into the pond at eighteen. Weeks later, Jerry gave Craig Stadler a run at the M...
Jerry Pate - Part 1 (The Early Years)
January 31, 2024 05:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MBWinner of the 1976 U.S. Open as a 22-year-old Tour Rookie, Jerry Pate shares his early days growing up in the South, walking-on to play golf at Alabama and his deep affection for their legendary football coach, Paul "Bear" Bryant. Jerry recalls his U.S. Amateur title in 1974 and his team and individual win in the Eisenhower Trophy representing his country that same year. He fondly remembers his Walker Cup experience in 1975 at the Old Course and how he tagged Craig Stadler with his now-famou...
JoAnne Carner - Part 3 (Solheim Cup Captain and the Senior Women's U.S. Open)
January 30, 2024 07:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MBTwo-time major championship winner JoAnne Carner reflects on the later years of her illustrious career including her 35th Tour win at the 1882 Chevrolet World Championship of Golf that qualified her for the LPGA Hall of Fame. JoAnne was a repeat winner at 13 different events over her career even after waiting until age 30 to turn professional. In 2004 she became the oldest player to make an LPGA cut at age 65. She remembers several other majors that could have been and wished the USGA had in...
JoAnne Carner - Part 2 (Winning the 1971 & 1976 Women's U.S. Opens)
January 30, 2024 06:00 - 37 minutes - 25.7 MBWorld Golf Hall of Fame member JoAnne Carner looks back on her early years on Tour including several of her 43 LPGA titles including the 1969 Burdine's Invitational that she won as an amateur. Professional success came quickly in her first year on Tour in 1970 and then validation came with a wire-to-wire win at the 1971 Women's U.S. Open at Kahkwa Club over the great Kathy Whitworth where JoAnne became the first player to win three different USGA championships. Fourteen wins later she cashes...
JoAnne Carner - Part 1 (The Early Years)
January 30, 2024 05:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MBWinner of 8 USGA Championships throughout her brilliant career, JoAnne Carner begins her story growing up in the Northwest and learning the game while working at the little 9-hole public course in town. Offered an honorary membership at Sand Point C.C., JoAnne took full advantage of the club's generosity and support by traveling the states competing in junior and amateur events, ultimately winning one USGA Girls Junior and five Women's Amateur titles. She won the equivalent of the NCAA ind...
Bobby Nichols - Part 3 (Lighting, the Majors and Ryder Cup)
January 29, 2024 07:00 - 36 minutes - 25.4 MBBobby Nichols, winner of the 1964 PGA Championship, looks back on his later Tour wins and that fateful day in 1975 when lightning struck at the Western Open. Bobby recounts his close calls in the majors and his regret at not playing the British Open. He recalls his 1967 Ryder Cup experience with Captain Ben Hogan when Arnold Palmer was benched on the first day, presumably because he "buzzed" the golf course with his private jet during a practice round. After a brief look at his Senior Tour C...
Bobby Nichols - Part 2 (Early Tour Wins and the 1964 PGA)
January 29, 2024 06:00 - 35 minutes - 24.3 MBBobby Nichols recounts his early PGA Tour wins, several of which Bruce Devlin later won including the site of their first victories, the St. Petersburg O pen. Bobby takes us back to his 1964 PGA Championship at Columbus CC where he played the final round with Ben Hogan and secured a wire-to-wire win, setting a scoring record that was to stand for thirty years. He gratefully remembers his relationship with Firestone CC as their Head Professional and remembers winning the 1964 Carling World Op...
Bobby Nichols - Part 1 (The Early Years)
January 29, 2024 05:00 - 37 minutes - 25.7 MBMajor championship winner Bobby Nichols tells us about learning the game, as a young man in Louisville, Kentucky, while caddying for $1.00 a loop. Hoping to be the next Johnny Unitas playing high school football, Bobby was in a horrific auto crash that put him in the hospital for 96 days. With the help of an inspirational letter from Ben Hogan, he not only survived but was awarded a college football scholarship by Bear Bryant to attend Texas A&M University. With no ability to continue in con...
Betsy King - Part 3 (1992 LPGA, 1997 Dinah Shore and the Solheim Cup)
January 28, 2024 07:00 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MBWinner of 34 LPGA Tour events, Betsy King reflects back on her final two major championships and her last several wins on tour. Betsy remembers the easy walk up the 18th fairway of her 11-shot victory at the 1992 LPGA Championship, at the time setting several records including largest winning margin, lowest raw score and lowest score to par in a major with each round in the 60’s. Alongside, feel the intense pressure of clinching her 30th tournament to secure a coveted spot in the LPGA Hall ...
Betsy King - Part 2 (1987 & 1990 Dinah Shore and the 1989 and 1990 Women’s U.S. Open)
January 28, 2024 06:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MBStep back in time with us as we relive the golden age of LPGA Golf in the 1980s, a period that saw the rise of legendary figures like Nancy Lopez and our esteemed guest, six-time major championship winner Betsy King. Hear firsthand from Betsy about her first major victory at the Nabisco Dinah Shore, where she triumphed over Patty Sheehan in a thrilling playoff. We'll guide you through the highlights of Betsy's illustrious LPGA career during the 80s, with tales from the frontline of the most...
Betsy King - Part 1 (The Early Years)
January 28, 2024 05:00 - 37 minutes - 25.7 MBUnveiling the journey of World Golf Hall of Fame member Betsy King, we invite you to share in a conversation that's as inspiring as it is riveting. A small-town girl from Reading, Pennsylvania, Betsy's foray into sports was nurtured by her brother and parents, blossoming into a love for golf that eventually paved the way for a distinguished career. Without a girl’s golf team in high school, and unable to compete on the boy’s team, she was still able to develop her game and secure a scholarsh...
Andy North - Part 3 (1985 U.S. Open and Beyond)
January 27, 2024 07:00 - 46 minutes - 32.3 MBTwo-time U.S. Open winner Andy North recalls his second win at Oakland Hills in 1985, made famous by T.C. Chen for his "two chip" on the fifth hole of the final round. Andy became the first player to break par there in winning that major and was the only player under par for the week. He takes us back to the 1985 Ryder Cup at the Belfry, when the Europeans began asserting themselves in this bi-annual event, and the U.S. team victory at the 1978 World Cup when partner John Mahaffey and he wen...
Andy North - Part 2 (1978 U.S. Open)
January 27, 2024 06:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MBAndy North, winner of the 1978 and 1985 U.S. Opens, recalls his record in the majors including the toll Augusta took on his legs, the financial tradeoffs of playing in the Open Championship in those days and the late-season demand of competing in the PGA Championship. Andy takes us through his dramatic win at Cherry Hills and other U.S. Open memories as we continue his story, "FORE the Good of the Game." Support the show Follow our show and/or leave a review/rating on: Our Website https:...
Andy North - Part 1 (The Early Years)
January 27, 2024 05:00 - 42 minutes - 29 MBTwo-time U.S. Open Champion, Andy North, talks about growing up in Wisconsin in a sporting family, the condition that forced him to put other sports aside to focus on golf and his early successes, winning the 1971 Western Amateur and being a 3-time All-American at Florida. Andy relates what life was like as a Tour rookie and how he once shot a 27 at the B.C. Open. Andy North tells his story as a young professional golfer, "FORE the Good of the Game." Support the show Follow our show and/...
Karrie Webb - Part 4 (The Later Wins, the WGHOF and Philanthropy)
January 26, 2024 08:00 - 39 minutes - 27.2 MBIn the concluding episode of our four-part interview series with Australian golf legend and World Golf Hall of Fame member, Karrie Webb, we delve deep into her unwavering commitment to the game and how she navigated her storied career. From candid moments on the tour to her personal reflections on legacy, this final segment offers a holistic view into the life of one of golf's most iconic figures. Karrie shares an eye-opening anecdote about her philanthropic endeavors, revealing her pivotal...
Karrie Webb - Part 3 (The Final Five Majors)
January 26, 2024 07:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MBIn the enthralling third installment of our four-part interview series, we welcome back Australian golf legend and World Golf Hall of Fame member, Karrie Webb. In this episode, we delve deep into the pinnacle years of her illustrious career, a journey characterized not just by victories but by unwavering tenacity and a love for the game. Karrie opens up about her final major championships, unpacking the mental fortitude, preparation, and raw emotion that went into each one. But this isn't ...
Karrie Webb - Part 2 (Early Wins, the 1999 du Maurier and the 2000 Dinah Shore)
January 26, 2024 06:00 - 40 minutes - 27.7 MBIn this captivating second portion of our four-part interview with Australian golf legend Karrie Webb, we delve deeper into the making of a champion. Often considered one of the greatest female golfers of all time, Karrie offers invaluable insights into the intricate layers that have built her Hall of Fame career. This episode is more than just a casual chat about golf; it’s an intimate journey through the highs and lows, triumphs and tribulations of Karrie's professional life. We discuss ...
Karrie Webb - Part 1 (The Early Years)
January 26, 2024 05:00 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MBIn this riveting first installment of a four-part series, we sit down with Australian golf legend and World Golf Hall of Fame member, Karrie Webb. A true icon in the realm of golf, Webb's storied career includes seven major championships and an impressive 41 LPGA Tour wins. But there’s so much more to Karrie than what you see on the leaderboard. In this episode, Karrie delves into her humble beginnings in Ayr, Queensland, where she discovered her passion for the game at a young age. Through...
Mike Weir - Part 5 (The Presidents Cup and Champions Tour)
January 25, 2024 09:00 - 28 minutes - 19.8 MBIn this final episode of our five-part interview series with 2003 Masters champion and Canadian golf great Mike Weir, "FORE the Good of the Game" takes you on a memorable journey through the life, career, and aspirations of one of golf's most revered figures. Tune in to this engaging episode as host Mike Gonzalez and Australian PGA Tour great Bruce Devlin delve deep into Weir's experiences, insights, and heartfelt reflections. Starting with a nod to the 2024 Presidents Cup at the historic R...
Mike Weir - Part 4 (The Majors and Team Play)
January 25, 2024 08:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MBIn this fourth episode of our five-part interview with Canadian golf legend Mike Weir, the 2003 Masters winner delves into some of the most memorable and defining moments of his illustrious career. Join us as Mike recounts his experiences across various major championships, revealing the challenges, triumphs, and learning experiences that have shaped his journey as a world-class golfer. Mike opens up about his more noteworthy performances in the U.S. Open, sharing vivid details of his time ...
Mike Weir - Part 3 (Later Tour Wins and the 2003 Masters)
January 25, 2024 07:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MBMajor championship winner, Mike Weir relives his last several PGA Tour wins including the 2003 Bob Hope Chrysler Classic and going back-to-back at Riviera in the Nissan Open. The big one, of course, was his playoff victory at the 2003 Masters Tournament over Len Mattiace, becoming the first male Canadian major champion and the 2nd lefty to win a major (after Bob Charles at the 1963 Open Championship at Lytham.) He takes us back to his champion's dinner, sitting between Tom Watson and Byron N...
Mike Weir - Part 2 (The Early Professional Years)
January 25, 2024 06:00 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MBWinner of the 2003 Masters Tournament, Mike Weir recounts his early days as a golf professional playing the Canadian and Australasian Tours before joining the PGA Tour and becoming the first Canadian player in 45 years to win on that tour in Canada at the 1999 Air Canada Championship. He recalls the letter he wrote to Jack Nicklaus as a 14-year-old asking for advice on whether to switch from left-handed to right-handed and the response he received. Part 1 concludes with his memories of his T...
Mike Weir - Part 1 (The Early Years)
January 25, 2024 05:00 - 43 minutes - 30.1 MBIn the first episode of a compelling five-part series, "FORE the Good of the Game" hosts Mike Gonzalez and Bruce Devlin embark on an insightful journey with 2003 Masters champion and Canadian golf icon, Mike Weir. This episode delves into Weir's early life and the formative experiences that shaped his remarkable career. Listeners will be captivated as Weir recounts his humble beginnings in Sarnia, Ontario, where his passion for golf was kindled against the backdrop of a sports-driven commun...
Ian Baker-Finch - Part 4 (Captaining the Aussies at the Olympic Games)
January 24, 2024 08:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MBOpen Championship winner and CBS Broadcaster, Ian Baker-Finch, relives his experience serving as Captain of the Australian men's and women's golf team at the 2021 Summer Olympic Games. Ian and Bruce discuss how modern equipment and real estate development trends have impacted golf course design. Listen in as he shares where he would take a career mulligan and what he would do differently if he knew at age 20 what he knows now. Ian takes us through the golf bag and names his greatest players ...
Ian Baker-Finch - Part 3 (The 1991 Open Championship)
January 24, 2024 07:00 - 46 minutes - 31.9 MBIan Baker-Finch, winner of 17 professional events during his golfing career, recounts his win in the 1991 Open Championship at Royal Birkdale where he shot 64-66 on the weekend that featured an opening nine of 29 in the final round to win by two strokes. He recalls the team competitions he was a part of as a player and captain/coach including the 2021 Olympic Games in Beijing, China, representing Australia. Ian reflects back on the decline in his game caused by a loss of confidence and he an...
Ian Baker-Finch - Part 2 (The Broadcaster)
January 24, 2024 06:00 - 35 minutes - 24.7 MBMajor Championship winner and CBS Golf Lead Analyst, Ian Baker-Finch, takes us behind the scenes of televising a golf event and the changes in approach, brought on by the global pandemic, that are likely here to stay. He and Bruce Devlin remember the advice each of them received as they started in the television business and recount the lessons learned from some of the masters like Frank Chirkinian and Don Ohlmeyer. Ian Baker-Finch with the call, “Fore the Good of the Game.” Support the sho...
Ian Baker-Finch - Part 1 (The Early Years)
January 24, 2024 05:00 - 44 minutes - 30.4 MBChampion Golf of the year in 1991 at Royal Birkdale, Ian Baker-Finch recounts his younger days as a 15-year old apprentice professional, leaving school to pursue his passion. Following in the immediate footsteps of Greg Norman, Wayne Grady and Peter Senior, Ian has fond memories of being the 54-hole leader in his first Open Championship in 1984, learning the Old Course under the watchful eyes of 5-time winner Peter Thomson, prior champion Kel Nagle and Graham Marsh.“ Ian Baker-Finch relives ...
Kathy Whitworth - Part 3 (The Later Majors and Career)
January 23, 2024 07:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MBThe all-time leader in U.S. Tour wins with 88 LPGA victories, Kathy Whitworth takes us down the home stretch of her career from the 1970's forward beginning with her win in the 1971 LPGA Championship at Pleasant Valley CC. Her sixth and final major win came at the 1975 LPGA Championship at Pine Ridge Golf Course. In 1981 she was the first woman to pass the $1M mark in career earnings and in 1982 she tied and then beat Mickey Wright's record of 82 wins. Kathy fondly recalls her experience as...
Kathy Whitworth - Part 2 (The Early Majors and the 1960's)
January 23, 2024 06:00 - 46 minutes - 32 MBKathy Whitworth, World Golf Hall of Fame member and winner of six major championships, looks back on her early years on tour in the 1960's, a decade that featured 56 of her 88 LPGA victories and four majors. Kathy fondly recalls winning the final two regular editions of the Titleholders event held at Augusta C.C. and the last Western Open after which, in 1968, there were only two majors to compete for over the next nine years. Listen in as she talks about playing in her first major, the oth...
Kathy Whitworth - Part 1 (The Early Years and LPGA History)
January 23, 2024 05:00 - 49 minutes - 33.7 MBWorld Golf Hall of Fame member and the winningest player on any Tour ever, Kathy Whitworth, begins her remarkable story by sharing how she came to the game of golf at age 15 using her grandfather's clubs and how the local pro, Texas Golf HOF member Hardy Loudermilk, provided early guidance before sending her off to Austin, Texas to see the renowned teacher, Harry Penick. These two men shaped the game of Kathy, who turned professional in 1958 and joined the fledging LPGA Tour the following ye...
Nick Price - Part 3 (The Major Championships)
January 22, 2024 07:00 - 54 minutes - 37.3 MBThree-time major championship winner, Nick Price, begins by taking us back to the early frustrations and heartbreaks at the majors including the challenges of Augusta and tough Open Championship losses to Seve at Lytham in 1988 and earlier having one hand on the Claret Jug in 1982 at Troon when Tom Watson prevailed. He recognizes the lessons he took away from these which prepared him for a terrific stretch of golf in the early 1990's where he prevailed at the 1992 PGA at Bellerive, the 1994 ...
Nick Price - Part 2 (PGA Tour Wins)
January 22, 2024 06:00 - 50 minutes - 35 MBWorld Golf Hall of Fame member Nick Price looks back on his 18 PGA Tour wins including his first at the 1983 World Series of Golf at Firestone CC and recalls what a 10-year exemption can do for one's attitude. He talks about his early friends on the Tour, his encounters with Byron Nelson and Ben Hogan, winning their tournaments and what he felt like when he was on top of the golfing world as #1 in 1994. Nick finishes this segment reflecting back on his final Tour victory at Colonial and his ...
Nick Price - Part 1 (The Early Years)
January 22, 2024 05:00 - 51 minutes - 35.1 MBA 2003 inductee into the World Golf Hall of Fame and the winner of three major championships and one Players Championship, Nick Price joins us to talk about growing up in Rhodesia (present-day Zimbabwe), learning the game as a left-hander and his early successes as an amateur. Nick recounts his time spent in the Rhodesian Air Force during the "Bush War" there and the honor of representing his country in the 1976 Eisenhower Trophy. He relates the decision process to turn professional in 1977 ...
Martha Nause - Part 2 (The 1994 du Maurier Classic and Perseverance)
January 21, 2024 06:00 - 51 minutes - 35.6 MBMartha Nause relates the story of her finish at the LPGA Sun-Times Shoot-Out in 1991 going birdie, birdie, birdie, eagle to win, but tragically followed months later by the passing of her mother. Martha felt that the stress caused by her sudden loss brought on a rare condition that affected her balance and made if difficult to compete for over a year. With the help of a mental coach she came back with a flourish, winning the 1994 du Maurier Classic by 1 over Michelle McGann, shooting an open...
Martha Nause - Part 1 (The Early Years and First LPGA Win)
January 21, 2024 05:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MBMajor Championship winner, Martha Nause, takes us back to growing up in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, learning the game with her four siblings under the watchful eyes of her parents at their local country club. With no high school or college golf team (until her senior year), Martha's game developed as a family summer endeavor, learning how to compete and win (or lose) with grace from her mother. With the great Manuel de la Torre as her coach, she quickly turned her summertime passion into her life'...