Golf’s Next GEN

Episode No. 6 of Golf’s Next GEN features Aphrodite Deng, two-time Rolex Junior All-American, 2023 Junior All-Star Team member, and the current No. 1 player in the Rolex AJGA Rankings. Aphrodite talks about her path to the top of junior golf, playing alongside Nelly Korda at the Mizuho Americas Open, and competing at events like the U.S. Girls’ Junior. From balancing high expectations to staying grounded through the grind, Aphrodite shares what fuels her both on and off the course.

Episode No. 5 of Golf’s Next GEN features Scarlett Schremmer – two-time Rolex Junior All-American, Texas A&M commit, and one of the top-ranked junior golfers in the country. Scarlett talks about her biggest AJGA moments, international experiences, and how growing up in a competitive golf family helped shape her game. From balancing school and travel to trading surfboards for golf clubs, Scarlett shares what drives her both on and off the course.

Episode No. 4 of Golf’s Next GEN features Brad Dalke – former AJGA star, U.S. Amateur finalist, and now part of the Good Good crew. Brad talks junior golf, playing in The Masters, and how he’s navigating life on and off the course with one of golf’s biggest media brands.

Episode No. 3 of Golf’s Next GEN continues Season 2 with Emilia Migliaccio Doran, a standout talent in golf both on and off the course. She reflects on her AJGA career, winning a national championship, and transitioning into a role with Golf Channel. Emilia also shares valuable insight into performance anxiety, offering a unique perspective from her experiences as both a player and broadcaster.

Episode No. 2 of Golf’s Next GEN continues Season 2 with Miles Russell, one of the most exciting young talents in golf. He reflects on his journey with the AJGA, the impact of the Florida Sunshine Cup, and how competing at the junior level prepared him for the next stage. Russell also dives into his experiences playing on the Korn Ferry Tour and PGA TOUR, sharing what he's learned from competing against the pros. Plus, he talks about his relationship with TaylorMade and how their support has helped him elevate his game.

Ryan Hybl kicks off Season 2 of the Golf’s Next GEN podcast in Episode No. 1, sharing his journey as the head coach of Oklahoma men’s golf. He discusses building a championship program, developing elite junior talent, and the pathway from junior golf to the collegiate level. Hybl also offers insights on leadership, competition, and what it takes to succeed at the highest level of college golf.

Celebrate the season and the finale of an incredible year with Episode 9 of Golf's Next GEN, the official podcast of the AJGA! In this special holiday episode, we reveal the AJGA Awards, challenge our staff with festive trivia and share our favorite holiday movies. Don’t miss this exciting wrap-up to our first season!

Mike Thomas joins Episode No. 8 of the Golf's Next GEN podcast to share his experiences as a longtime PGA professional, insights from coaching his son, Justin Thomas and his perspective on the importance of junior golf in shaping the next generation of players. He also reflects on balancing mentorship, family and the evolving landscape of the sport.

Shane Bacon joins Episode No. 7 of the Golf's Next GEN podcast to discuss hosting an AJGA event this summer, his broadcasting career, and his insights into the junior game and the future of golf. He also talks about his children’s book The Golfer’s Zoo, which introduces kids to the sport in a fun and creative way.

Connor Sullivan of TaylorMade Golf joins the podcast to talk about his route from the AJGA to The Kingdom, his junior golf career and the future of junior golf.