This week on the Going OB Podcast, I sit down with Ferdinand, one of the founders of WOOW Golf — a brand focused on making golf more accessible, exciting, and properly designed for young players.

Most junior golf equipment feels like plastic toys or cut-down adult clubs… but WOOW Golf is trying to change that by creating premium, lightweight golf equipment built specifically for kids and toddlers, helping families introduce the game earlier and with more fun.

We talk about:

⛳ Why junior golf equipment has been overlooked for so long

⛳ The challenge of designing “real” golf clubs for kids

⛳ How getting children into golf earlier can change the future of the sport

⛳ Building a golf startup from scratch

⛳ Ferdinand’s own golf journey and vision for the brand

If you care about growing the game, junior golf, or the future of golf business, this is a brilliant conversation.

Check out WOOW Golf here:

www.woowgolf.com

@woowgolf on instagram

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In this powerful and inspiring episode, I sits down with Graham Tones, Chair of Caddie School for Soldiers, to explore how golf is transforming the lives of injured and struggling veterans.

Graham shares the origin story of the organisation, the impact it’s had since launching in 2019, and how its structured caddie training programme helps veterans rediscover purpose, confidence, and connection.

From emotional stories of personal transformation to behind-the-scenes insight into life as a caddie, this episode highlights the true power of golf as an “open-air therapy space.”

We also dive into:

What makes a great caddie

The unique player-caddie relationship

Life lessons from the course

And a passionate debate on Rory McIlroy’s caddie situation 👀

If you love golf, meaningful stories, and honest conversation—this is one to listen to.

👉 Learn more or support the mission: caddieschoolforsoldiers.com

Well… I’ll say it.

Rory McIlroy wins at Augusta and I’ve been completely off about Harry Diamond.

Quick take on The Masters, Rory’s performance, and why I might need to rethink everything I’ve said before.

Golf has a way of humbling you… even off the course.

This week on Going OB, I’m joined by Niall, CGO of Skratchr — a new app aiming to solve one of golf’s biggest problems:

👉 Finding people to actually play with.

After moving to the UK and struggling to break into the “cliquey” side of golf, Niall set out to build a platform that makes the game more social, more accessible, and ultimately… more fun.

We dive into the story behind Skratchr, the challenges of building a golf startup from scratch, and whether this kind of platform can genuinely help grow the game.

Along the way, we also get into:

* Why golf clubs can feel closed off

* The reality of trying to improve as an amateur

* What goes into building a golf business from the ground up

* Course management, handicaps, and mindset

* And why golf is (and should be) about people first

If you’ve ever struggled to find a game, felt like an outsider at a golf club, or just love hearing about new ideas shaping the game — this one’s for you.

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Season 4 of Going OB was meant to be about improving at golf… but it’s turned into something much bigger than that.

In this recap episode, I look back on the stories, conversations, and moments that have shaped the season so far — from chasing scratch and breaking down putting, to powerful personal journeys and honest conversations that go far beyond the game.

Featuring insights and reflections from guests across the season so far, this episode pulls together the real theme of Going OB:

It’s not about perfect golf.

It’s about people, progress, and the stories we all share through the game.

If you’ve been following the journey so far — thank you. If you’re new here, this is the perfect place to start.

🎧 Follow the podcast and join the journey.

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In this episode, I sits down with Jamie — the man behind Diary of a High Handicapper — to talk about one of the most relatable journeys in golf content today.

Starting the game at 33, Jamie didn’t just fall in love with golf… he documented the entire journey.

What began as a lockdown project quickly turned into a thriving YouTube channel with thousands of subscribers — all built on honesty, struggle, and real improvement.

The conversation dives into:

What it’s really like starting golf later in life

The reality of trying to improve as a high handicapper

The highs (viral videos) and lows (when no one watches) of YouTube golf

Why being relatable beats being perfect

How short game and course management can transform your scores

If you’ve ever felt stuck in your golf game or wondered whether starting a channel is worth it — this episode is for you.

⏱️ Episode Timestamps

00:00 – Intro & setting the scene

04:00 – Jamie’s late start in golf (age 33) and early obsession

05:30 – Starting the YouTube channel during lockdown

07:00 – The video that changed everything (3rd upload goes viral)

12:00 – Why relatable golf content wins

15:30 – Having a plan

18:30 – Short game gains & eliminating “bad misses”

27:30 – YouTube golf: instruction vs entertainment

32:30 – Goals for the year: breaking 20 handicap

34:45 – Subscriber series & building a golf community

36:45 – Final thoughts & advice for high handicappers

📲 Follow Jamie – Diary of a High Handicapper:

Instagram: @diaryofahighhandicapper

YouTube: Diary of a High Handicapper

In this episode I welcome back former Ladies European Tour professional, and former host, Danielle Thwaites for a big announcement.

Danielle has officially begun her comeback journey to try and qualify for the AIG Women’s British Open.

After time away from professional golf, the fire has been reignited — and she’s now preparing to compete in high-level amateur events with the goal of progressing through pre-qualifying, Monday qualifying, and ultimately reaching the final stage.

We talk about the inspiration behind the comeback, the sacrifices required to compete again, and what it really takes to chase a dream tournament like the Women’s Open.

Danielle also shares how she’ll be documenting the journey on YouTube, the challenges of balancing life and practice, and why she feels she still has unfinished business in the game.

If you love comeback stories, elite golf insights, and the reality behind competitive golf — this episode is for you.

00:00 – Danielle returns to GoingOB

02:10 - Life lately

10:58 – Why Danielle decided to make a comeback

15:39 – The road to qualifying for the AIG Women’s Open

24:50 – Training, practice and preparation

26:43 – Documenting the journey on YouTube Shorts

33:34 – Final thoughts & what’s next

Follow Danielle Thwaites and her comeback journey:

YouTube / Shorts: Danielle.golfer

In this episode of Going OB, I sit down with golf photographer David Lawrence from Foremost Golf to explore the world of golf through a different lens.

We talk about what makes a course truly photogenic, the challenges of capturing Scotland’s landscapes, and how photography can shape the way golfers experience and remember the game.

From early morning light to iconic closing holes, David shares what goes into creating images that tell the story of a course — not just what it looks like, but how it feels to play it.

If you love golf architecture, course design, or just seeing the game from a fresh perspective, this is one you won’t want to miss.

David can be contacted using the details below:

Email: Foremostgolfphotography.com

Instagram: @foremostgolfphotography

In this episode of the Going OB Golf Podcast, I am joined by Mike Laritz, a competitive amateur golfer from Michigan who’s proving that scratch golf isn’t just for full-time players.

Mike shares how he balanced work, family life, and competitive golf to take his handicap from a mid-single figure down to scratch — and why simulator golf played a huge role in that journey.

We dive into the growth of indoor golf in the US, the rise of simulator leagues, and whether this style of practice could change the way everyday golfers improve their game.

We also talk about the Grass League concept, amateur competition, golf content creation, and what it really takes to get better when you don’t have unlimited time to play.

If you’ve ever wondered:

Can simulator golf actually make you better?

How do amateurs get to scratch?

What’s the best way to practice when you work full time?

Is indoor golf the future of the game?

— this episode answers all of those questions.

As always, Going OB is about real conversations, real golfers, and the parts of the game you don’t usually hear about.

00:00 – Intro & who is Mike Laritz

01:56 – Winter golf & the rise of simulator practice

03:29 – 24/7 golf simulators and indoor training trends

08:32 – Mike’s golf story: from junior golf to competition

11:45 – The journey to scratch while working full time

18:53 – Simulator matches, content creation & YouTube

24:50 – Grass League and amateur competition formats

33:14 – Goals, competitive ambitions & future plans

Follow Mike Laritz

Instagram: @migolfer93

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@migolfer93

TikTok: @migolfer93

In this episode of the Going OB Golf Podcast, Craig sits down with Callum, founder of Pin Perfect Golf in Paisley, to explore the rise of simulator golf and why indoor facilities are becoming a huge part of the modern game.

Callum shares his own journey into golf — from growing up playing a small nine-hole course on the West Coast of Scotland, to falling back in love with the game later in life as a high-handicap golfer. That personal experience helped shape Pin Perfect into a space designed not just for elite players, but for everyday golfers who want to improve, practise smarter, or simply enjoy the game year-round.

The conversation dives into the benefits of TrackMan technology, why simulators offer better feedback than traditional driving ranges, and how indoor golf is helping players understand why things go wrong in their swing — not just that they’ve gone wrong.

Craig and Callum also discuss:

Why winter golf in Scotland is so challenging

The balance between serious practice and social golf

How Pin Perfect was built from scratch (and nearly didn’t happen)

The growing popularity of simulator golf with younger players

Why indoor golf is growing faster than the outdoor game

Whether you’re a high-handicapper, a data geek, or someone struggling to stay sharp through the winter months, this episode offers a fascinating look at where golf is heading next.

⏱️ Episode Timestamps

00:25 – Welcome & introduction

01:15 – Callum’s background and early golf experiences

03:30 – Discovering Simulators and Falling back in love with golf as an adult

05:00 – Why simulators give better feedback than the range

10:00 – Nearly pulling the plug on the business

13:30 – Building the facility and opening day

15:00 – Practice golfers vs social golfers

19:00 – Lessons, TrackMan data & improving smarter

21:30 – Indoor golf growth and younger players

23:30 – Future plans for Pin Perfect Golf

27:20 – Where to find Pin Perfect & final thoughts

🎙️ Host:

Craig – Going OB Golf Podcast

👤 Guest:

Callum Nicol – Founder, Pin Perfect Golf (Paisley)

Website: pinperfectgolf.co.uk

Instagram / TikTok: @pin_perfect_golf