In this episode, Peter & Derell recap the American Express & look forward to the Farmers Insurance Open at Torrey Pines (aka the Buick Invitational), where Derell has a little experience with one, Mr. Tiger Woods.

Music: "Warm Nights" by Lakey Inspired

YouTube: https://youtu.be/8bUevUM2B44

In this episode, Peter & Derell look back at the Sony Open in Hawaii & make their predictions for the American Express (or as we remember as the Bob Hope Classic).

Music: "Warm Nights" by Lakey Inspired

YouTube: https://youtu.be/dYwO652snh4

Kicking off the New Year with a new Golf Stories format! Your anak, Peter Mata, welcomes in PGA Tour caddie, Derell Aton, to the channel & show, & the two talk the new format, share experiences, review the Sentry Tournament of Champions at Kapalua, & preview the Sony Open in Hawaii. 

Music: "Warm Nights" by Lakey Inspired

YouTube: https://youtu.be/iH3VMVCT-X4

During the mid-to-late 2000s, Geoff Ogilvy became a major champion and one of the premier players in the world. Unfortunately, after grinding away and finding less success in the latter decade, the Aussie succumbed to competitive burn out and became less inspired to play PGA Tour golf.

Music: “Monroe” by Lakey Inspired

Video Version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pe2rdVKsuP0

Before Hideki Matsuyama emerged as the face of Japanese golf, Ryo Ishikawa, a.k.a the Bashful Prince, was primed to be that rising son. With several wins on the Japan tour before even turning 20, he was well on his way. However, after transitioning to the PGA Tour and the U.S., success did not translate as easily.

Music: “Monroe” by Lakey Inspired 

Video Version: https://youtu.be/d40aC3owv5o

In the mid-2000s, Natalie Gulbis busted onto the golf scene and quickly established herself as the sex symbol for lady's golf. After capping off some good years of play with a win, it seemed her game was starting to match the hype. However, after that initial triumph, it has not been the case since. What happened?

Music: “Better Days” by Lakey Inspired

Video Version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HZQq-kFCZKs

Being on the forefront of using data and analytics to teach, Sean Foley became a hot name in golf when he began coaching Tiger Woods and many other top golfers in the early-2010s. However, as time has gone by, many golf fans have become torn about his teaching methods.

Music: "I Found Me" by Lakey Inspired

Video Version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CLKsmlPnAVE

With his Rockstar personality and beautiful swing, Trevor Immelman was groomed to be a major player, and in 2008, he mastered his skills enough to capture a green jacket over Tiger Woods. Unfortunately, after that major triumph, he never quite recaptured the same form.

Music: “Better Days” by Lakey Inspired

Video Version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iiq6rn2H78A

In the mid-2000s, using his unique putting grip, Chris DiMarco consistently clawed his way into contention in big-time events. He often went toe-to-toe with the best players during his time. Unfortunately, before he lost his form, he never quite got that career-defining win.

Music: “Better Days” by Lakey Inspired

Video Version: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KR_yiTDB_Os&list=PL9ipd0WGMRvTGh7w9Y0AqZKQ6dBdHtYxM&index=1