The Chasing Daylight Podcast

345: From Sudbury to the PGA. Kurt Kowaluk's Journey


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Have you ever wondered what really happens inside the ropes of professional golf tournaments? Kurt Kowaluk pulls back the curtain on the caddy experience in this captivating conversation that takes us from his humble beginnings in Sudbury, Canada, to the prestigious fairways of Augusta National.

Kurt's journey into professional caddying began with a serendipitous phone call from his friend David Hearn, launching him into a career that's spanned nearly two decades across multiple tours. With remarkable candor, he shares the pivotal moment when he won his first tournament as a caddy—an LPGA match play event where defeating stars like Cristie Kerr and Angela Stanford changed his perspective on what was possible in this profession.

What makes this episode particularly valuable is Kurt's unique vantage point across different tours. Having caddied on the PGA Tour, LPGA Tour, and, more recently, LIV Golf, he offers a refreshingly balanced perspective on the evolving landscape of professional golf, focusing on how these changes impact the lives of caddies rather than getting caught up in industry politics.

Golf enthusiasts will appreciate Kurt's technical insights, especially his detailed explanations of green-reading techniques and why he considers Brendan Todd the best putter he has worked with. His analysis of Coyote Springs Golf Course and thoughts on the upcoming Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black (where he's both caddied and played) provide context that only someone who's lived inside the professional game could offer.

Whether you're fascinated by professional golf, curious about the player-caddy relationship, or simply love great storytelling, Kurt's journey from sharpening hockey skates to walking alongside the world's best golfers delivers an authentic, entertaining perspective you won't find anywhere else.

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