We got Bhavi!!

Bhavi Sohal stops by campus to drop some gems on turning pro, creating golf content, and what it looks like to work for one of the game's sickest grip manufacturers (Garsen Golf).

The former Oakland University Golden Grizzly and Horizon League All-Conference ATHLETE has begun to pave the way for golf content creators and is an absolutely joy to be around. Stay to the end for a college golf logo blind ranking for the ages!!

Swing State University, Season 2.

WE GOT A HEAD COACH!

Easton Key, head coach of the Austin Peay State Governors, joins the pod on the brink of the fall season as our FIRST head coach in Swing State University history. As we reflect on his 12-year career in college coaching, we talk about All-Americans he's coached, recruiting The Delta vs. Middle TN, and we look ahead to the 26-27 season with the Govs.

Easton is the man! A true SSU DAY ONE and friend of the pod! This is a fun one!

Season 2 is here!!

This week on Swing State University, we are joined by Mason McAnnally (PT, DPT), founder and CEO of ProLevel Phyisio. Based out of Birmingham, AL, ProLevel seeks to build stronger, faster, and more resilient golfers by leveraging an individualized approach to fitness and rehab.

During his career, Mason has worked with some of the best golfers on the planet (Gordon Sargant, Smylie Kaufman, Trey Mullinax, etc.), elite college players, all the way down to the weekend warrior all in an effort to increase athleticism and mobility for his clients.

Mason is TPI Level 2 certified, an incredible leader, and is the best hang. We couldn't think of a more fitting guest to kick off Season 2 of Swing State University than Mason. This one's special!

Diego Lourenco, Junior at Memphis, joins Swing State University for our last episode of the Spring Season! Diego is a 3x winner at the D1 level with wins in each of his first three years at the U of M. After winning at the Colleton Collegiate (hosted by Michigan St.) just one month ago, Diego has his eyes set on the postseason... starting at the AAC Championship set to take place April 27th - 29th hosted at The Ritz-Carlton Members Golf Club in Sarasota, FL.

James and Diego discuss what it takes to compete at the highest level, things we love about living in Memphis, and so much more to close out the Spring.

Swing State University, blooming.

To Hell and Back...

Carson Baez (Sophomore at the University of Richmond) is one of the best players in college golf, but his journey has been anything but conventional. From being one of the top juniors on the planet, to falling all the way to 1747th in world junior golf rankings, Carson has once again established himself as a premier talent at the D1 level.

James and Carson talk through Carson's junior career, recruiting journey, and his first two years at Richmond. They also discuss what it looks like to build a brand and create engaging content while balancing competing week in and week out.

Swing State University, now enrolling.

Alejandro Formosa, freshman at Columbia University, joins Swing State University to talk through his first year in The City! We talk golf in NYC, being a student athlete in the Ivy League, and much more!

Earlier this year, after an incredible start to his freshman year, Alejandro was invited to play in the Collegiate Showcase hosted by The Genesis Invitational at Riviera Country Club in Los Angeles, CA. Past winners have included Scottie Scheffler, Will Zalatoris, Sahith Theegala, and Michael Brenan - all of whom have gone on to record victories on the PGA Tour.

Swing State University, now enrolling.

The Final Chapter.

Thomas Schmidt joins Swing State University on the heels of his final Spring season. We talk through Thomas' big wins throughout his career, what he's learned along the way, and conclude with a Swing State Six-Pack for the ages!

Thomas is currently a senior at Arkansas State University, a five-time winner at the D1 level, 2x Sun Belt Conference Player of the Year, finalist for the Haskins Award, and is currently ranked #25 in Clippd rankings.

Swing State University, now enrolling.

FAMILY REUNION!

James Boone (Host) and Daniel Boone Jr. (UNC Charlotte) team up for Swing State University's 11th episode! The guys discuss the Boone family lineage, the importance of fit when choosing a school, and Daniel's growth and development as a college golfer.

Daniel is currently a junior at UNC Charlotte and was a member of the AAC's All Conference Team this past year. Dan is currently ranked #159th in Clippd for the #21st ranked Charlotte 49ers.

Swing State University, now enrolling.

Anthony De Schutter... Haskins Award Finalist, #1 ranked player in the Missouri Valley Conference, 3x winner at the D1 level, 2025 Dutch Am Champion, and Senior at Southern Illinois University joins Swing State University for our TENTH EPISODE.

This one's special.

Swing State University, now enrolling.

Gavin Isbell, sophomore from Samford University, joins Swing State U for the first show of the Spring season. College golf is back and we couldn't be more grateful to kick off the Spring with Trussville's finest!

Gavin walks us through his sick golf journey and recent success, the golf scene in Bham, how his faith influences his day to day, best places to eat in Homewood, and oh yeah... STEP SING?!?!

⁠Swing State University⁠, now enrolling.