2 Off the 1st: A Golf Show

By Ryan Ballengee, Golf News NetSports Golf

2 Off the 1st: A Golf Show episodes

August 25 266: A match-play Tour Championship; the Good Good-Callaway situation
On this episode, Ryan looks at the new-look PGA Tour Championship Series Finale, the two-week match-play Tour Championship and everything else from Brian Rolapp at the Tour Championship. Also, he spends a few minutes on the Good Good-Callaway ad controversy.
31 min
July 28 265: Jackson Koivun has arrived; the PGA Tour Championship Series takes shape
On this episode, Ryan looks back on Jackson Koivun's first PGA Tour win at the 3M Open and what he did so well to beat Scottie Scheffler and the field in Minnesota. Also, the PGA Tour's Championship Series is taking shape, announcing an expected event to remain at the top level and a new tournament coming in 2028.
25 min
June 24 264: Why do people hate Wyndham Clark, and how the new PGA Tour schedule will work
On this episode of 2 Off the 1st, Ryan Ballengee looks into the reasons why people seem to hate Wyndham Clark, what might be justified, what might be noise and what happens from here. Then, Ryan offers an in-depth explanation of the new PGA Tour schedule, the Championship and Challenger tracks, what it means for the Korn Ferry Tour and DP World Tour, the unanswered questions and much more.
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31 min
June 16 263: Who will win the 2026 US Open, and Rory questions the new PGA Tour schedule
On this special US Open preview edition of the show, Ryan looks at Shinnecock Hills, talks about who should do well at the US Open and what to expect in terms of conditions and setup at the national championship. Rory McIlroy also openly questions the new-look PGA Tour schedule after the Canadian Open, wondering if the old way of doing things -- pre-LIV -- is the right way to go. Finally, kudos to Bud Cauley for his 1st PGA Tour win after a long path back.
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27 min
June 02 262: US Women's Open at Riviera, Scottie Scheffler seeks a 3-peat
On this Tuesday episode, Ryan Ballengee looks ahead to the US Women’s Open at Riviera in Los Angeles, as well as how women’s golf can capitalize on their momentum. Scottie Scheffler is looking for a rare three-peat at Jack’s place, too, as he gets ready to try to complete the career Grand Slam at Shinnecock.
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26 min
May 26 261: Lighting $25 million on fire at TPC Craig Ranch, PGA Tour schedule snafu
On this week's show, Ryan looks back at The CJ Cup Byron Nelson, where Wyndham Clark won with a closing 60 to win on 30-under total. Did one stroke warrant a $25 million renovation? Also, the PGA Tour faces a future scheduling snafu for stars who want to play events that would be in the new B-tier, creating an anchor-store problem on Tour. Finally, Don Rea has been removed as PGA of America President.
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27 min
May 18 260: PGA Championship recap: Aaron Rai wins as Aronimink holds up
On this Monday's episode, Ryan Ballengee recaps the 2026 PGA Championship. Aaron Rai shoots the round of his life to win the Wanamaker by three shots, while Aronimink holds up well thanks to a smart PGA of America setup. Also, Ryan recaps playing in the LPGA pro-am in Cincinnati.
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26 min
May 08 259: I went to LIV Golf Virginia...and Rory sets Signature reality
On this episode, Ryan Ballengee recaps his experience at Day 1 of LIV Golf Virginia, setting the scene as turmoil engulfs the once-Saudi-backed tour. What is it like attending an event? How many people showed up? Were the players and staff panicked? Then, Rory McIlroy talks about the reality of some players skipping some Signature events, and the PGA Championship field is set.
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27 min
May 01 258: LIV Golf loses funding, and a radical fix to the PGA Tour schedule problem
On today's show, LIV Golf has officially lost PIF Saudi funding, so what does that mean? Also, Ryan has a radical fix to the PGA Tour's Signature scheduling problem.
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23 min
April 28 257: LIV Golf NOLA postponed, Nelly Korda wins Chevron, the Fitzpatricks win Zurich
On today's 2 Off the 1st, we have lots to get to, with reports of LIV Golf New Orleans being postponed, Nelly Korda winning the Chevron Championship and the Fitzpatricks winning the Zurich Classic.
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24 min

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2 Off the 1st is the best golf podcast for the hardcore golf fan who can't get enough of the sport. Host Ryan Ballengee digs deep in a daily sports show at a snack-sized length that will catch you…