What happens when eight NewClub members stop being polite and start getting REAL? This is the true story of the Pilgrimage II to St. Andrews and our Reunion special…

In this episode of The Bag Drop: Untold Stories in Golf, host Matt Considine and co‑host Dr. Kevin Moore (a.k.a. “The Professor”) sit down with members of our Pilgrimage II crew — Robert Bruce, Scott Ford, Chris Knoizen, George Myers, Ian O’Br ien, Jay Searle, Todd Smith and Jeff Walraven — to explore how returning to St. Andrews reveals the true soul of the game. From travel mishaps and tempestuous weather to spirited matches for the Pilgrimage Quaish, this reunion episode examines the traditions, camaraderie, and life lessons forged on the links.

The conversation dives into:

- The peace and perspective found in St. Andrews, and why this trip feels different every time
 - How a lost passport and Scottish hospitality turned into an unforgettable travel story
 - Playing through gale‑force winds at Carnoustie and what makes links golf so memorable
 - The excitement of chasing the Old Course ballot and the thrill of teeing off on golf’s most storied turf
 - Friendly rivalries, team dynamics and the quest for the Pilgrimage Quaish
 - Cultural connections—from speaking Korean on the Eden course to hickory‑club rounds and Highland explorations
 - Life lessons about embracing the present moment and making the game accessible for everyone

Connect with our guests and the Pilgrimage II Crew: 

⛳ Robert Bruce — NewClub Atlanta
⛳ Scott Ford — NewClub Atlanta
⛳ Chris Knoizen — NewClub Atlanta
⛳ George Myers — NewClub Chicago
⛳ Ian O’Br ien — NewClub National
⛳ Jay Searle — NewClub Chicago
⛳ Todd Smith — NewClub Atlanta
⛳ Jeff Walraven — NewClub National 

Join the NewClub community

🌍 Website: https://www.newclub.golf

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newclubgolf/

🐦 X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/newclubgolf

📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@newclubgolf

💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/newclub

Links & Partners

🏌️ Titleist: https://www.titleist.com

🌐 Adamson Links: https://www.adamsonlinks.com/

Listen to The Bag Drop

🎧 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bag-drop-untold-stories-in-golf/id1430328006

🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2xRWtUBJH8RazdLw14oaGH

🎧 Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/633c8703-5880-4522-bd6d-5967b45fc777/the-bag-drop-untold-stories-in-golf

🎧 Transistor: https://thebagdrop.transistor.fm/

Connect with Matt & The Professor

🎙️ Matt Considine — 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/consequential85 | 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/consequence18/ | 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-considine-103bb21/

📚 Dr. Kevin Moore ("The Professor") — 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/kevcmoore | 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevcmoore | 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-moore-177b30b3/

🗣️ Contribute to the show! — 📧 email: [email protected]

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the NewClub Pilgrimage
 02:01 The Spirit of St. Andrews
 05:43 The Pilgrimage Experience
 06:48 Reflections on the Journey
 09:54 Challenges and Triumphs
 13:21 Unreasonable Hospitality
 15:05 The Competition Dynamics
 20:31 Memorable Moments at Carnoustie
 23:24 Cultural Connections in Golf
 28:42 The Old Course Experience
 29:59 Navigating the Anxiety of Tee Times
 32:47 The Experience of Playing at St. Andrews
 36:32 Lessons from the Old Course
 40:42 Memorable Encounters and Connections
 45:17 Exploring Beyond St. Andrews
 57:35 Reflections on the Pilgrimage Experience
 58:04 Unexpected Moments in Golf History
 01:00:14 The Hickory Experience: A Memorable Round
 01:02:33 Transformative Golf Journeys: Lessons Learned
 01:04:30 The Closing Dinner: Reflections and Toasts
 01:09:10 Personal Growth Through Golf
 01:12:32 The Spiritual Journey of Golf
 01:18:13 Advice for Future Pilgrims: Embracing the Experience

What is NewClub?

Founded in 2017, NewClub is the premier private golf society in the United States. It blends the community and access of a private club with the variety and affordability of public golf. Members enjoy thousands of reserved tee times, competitions and events at exceptional partner courses across our local chapters, as well as signature trips and exclusive perks. NewClub is revolutionizing golf membership, making the game more meaningful for those who love it.

What is The Bag Drop?

The Bag Drop features weekly stories from the culture, community and characters shaping golf today. Produced by NewClub Golf Society, each episode blends authenticity and expert insights for passionate golfers at all levels. Special guests from clubs, courses and every corner of the changing landscape join us for thoughtful, in‑depth discussions on all things golf.

How does a professional MMA fighter go from combat to the course and find meaning in amateur golf? 

In this episode of The Bag Drop: Untold Stories in Golf, host Matt Considine and co-host Dr. Kevin Moore (a.k.a. “The Professor”) sit down with Caleb Bowman (former MMA fighter & Chief Sales Officer at Solid Property Investments) to explore the more profound parallels between combat sports, competitive golf, mental discipline, and the selfless pursuit of purpose—on and off the course.

The conversation dives into:

• Matt & Kevin’s long-awaited debut at the USGA Four-Ball Qualifier
• Caleb’s journey from the MMA cage to the golf course
• How adrenaline, fear, and mental discipline shape performance
• The power of selflessness, service, and mission work
• Golf as a mirror for life’s challenges and personal growth
• Why minimizing mistakes—on the course and in life—creates breakthroughs
• The birdie game, snacks as strategy, and the psychology of partnership play

Connect with our guest

🔨 Caleb Bowman — Solid Property Investments (Roofing & Construction, GA): https://www.solidpropertyga.com

Join the NewClub community

🌍 Website: https://www.newclub.golf

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newclubgolf/

🐦 X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/newclubgolf

📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@newclubgolf

💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/newclub

Links & Partners

🐝 NewClub: https://www.newclub.golf

🏌️ Titleist: https://www.titleist.com

🌐 Golf Blueprint: https://www.golfblueprint.com

Listen to The Bag Drop

🎧 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bag-drop-untold-stories-in-golf/id1430328006

🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2xRWtUBJH8RazdLw14oaGH

🎧 Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/633c8703-5880-4522-bd6d-5967b45fc777/the-bag-drop-untold-stories-in-golf

🎧 Transistor: https://thebagdrop.transistor.fm/

Connect with Matt & The Professor

🎙️ Matt Considine ("The Host") — 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/consequential85
| 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/consequence18/
| 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-considine-103bb21/

📚 Dr. Kevin Moore ("The Professor") — 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/kevcmoore
| 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevcmoore
| 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-moore-177b30b3/

🗣️ Contribute to the show!
📧 [email protected]

Chapters

00:00 Introduction
02:32 The Journey to the USGA Four-Ball
09:47 Meeting Caleb Bowman
12:09 The Social Side of Golf
14:07 Competition & the Fighter’s Mindset
17:14 Where Four-Ball Came From
20:27 Why Four-Ball Is So Popular
22:34 Team Dynamics & Trust
26:07 The Importance of Snacks
30:38 Inside the Birdie Game
35:07 Adrenaline in Golf vs MMA
41:57 Selflessness & Mission Work
55:28 Golf’s Hardest Life Lessons
58:32 Community & Connection
59:30 Major Golf Event Moments
01:05:21 From Beginner to Plus-Two
01:12:04 Mental Strategies for Improvement

What is NewClub?

Founded in 2017, NewClub is the premier private golf society in the United States. It blends the community and access of a private club with the variety and affordability of public golf. Members enjoy thousands of reserved tee times, competitions, and events at exceptional partner courses across our local chapters, as well as signature trips and exclusive perks. NewClub is revolutionizing golf membership, making the game more meaningful for those who love it.

What is The Bag Drop?

The Bag Drop features weekly stories from the culture, community, and characters shaping golf today. Produced by NewClub Golf Society, each episode blends authenticity and expert insights for passionate golfers at all levels. Special guests from clubs, courses, and every corner of the changing landscape join us for thoughtful, in-depth discussions on all things golf.

Can a walking-first golf club in metro Detroit blend a patron-style membership model with public access and sustainable design—and still feel like a world-class place to play golf?

In this episode of The Bag Drop: Untold Stories in Golf, host Matt Considine (Founder of NewClub) and co-host Dr. Kevin Moore (AKA The Professor) sit down with Proving Ground Golf Club’s Ben Cowan to explore how a walking-first, public-access course outside Detroit is rethinking memberships and club culture. From the patron member model and daily public tee times to sustainable maintenance practices and a complete Mike DeVries reimagining of Dunham Hills, they dig into what it takes to build a modern club that puts golf—and community—first.

The conversation dives into:

• Why walking golf changes the cadence of a round, the quality of conversation, and the health of the game
• How golf societies and “clubs without real estate” shaped Ben’s view of membership and community
• Proving Ground’s patron member model: affordable dues, no initiation, and daily public-access tee times
• Sustainability and maintenance meld: rough that’s actually rough, bunkers as bunkers, and walkable routing
• Working with architect Mike DeVries to turn Dunham Hills into a walking-first modern classic
• Juniors, high school teams, pace-of-play pledges, and why access sits at the center of the project

Connect with our guests
⛳️ Proving Ground Golf Club / Ben Cowan — http://www.devriesgolfdetroit.com/
| 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/DevriesGolfDet
| 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/devriesgolfdetroit/
| ✉️ Email: [email protected]

Join the NewClub community
🌍 Website: https://www.newclub.golf

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newclubgolf/

🐦 X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/newclubgolf

▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@newclubgolf

💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/newclub

Links & partners
⛳️ NewClub Golf Society: https://www.newclub.golf

🎯 Titleist: https://www.titleist.com

📊 Golf Blueprint: https://www.golfblueprint.com

Listen to The Bag Drop
🎧 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bag-drop-untold-stories-in-golf/id1430328006

🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2xRWtUBJH8RazdLw14oaGH

🎧 Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/633c8703-5880-4522-bd6d-5967b45fc777/the-bag-drop-untold-stories-in-golf

🎧 Transistor: https://thebagdrop.transistor.fm/

🎧 SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/the-bag-drop

Connect with Matt & The Professor
🎙️ Matt Considine — 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/consequential85
| 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/consequence18/
| 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-considine-103bb21/

📚 Dr. Kevin Moore ("The Professor") — 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/kevcmoore
| 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevcmoore
| 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-moore-177b30b3/

Chapters
00:00 Introduction & fall-golf banter
05:00 Walking vs. riding
14:00 Golf societies & Walking Golfers Society
26:00 Patron member model & daily public access
39:00 Sustainability, maintenance meld & DeVries’ vision
52:00 Juniors, culture & pace of play
01:03:00 Rapid-fire questions & closing

What is NewClub?
NewClub Golf Society is a private golf society without real estate for committed golfers who care more about access, architecture, and community than locker-room status. Members enjoy curated tee sheets, competitions, events, and bucket-list travel across partner clubs in each chapter.

What is The Bag Drop?
The Bag Drop: Untold Stories in Golf shares weekly stories from the culture, community, and characters shaping the game today. Produced by NewClub Golf Society, the show pairs honest, curious conversations with expert insight from clubs, courses, and every corner of golf’s evolving landscape.

What does “amateur” really mean in 2025—when reinstated pros, NIL, and a Masters invite collide?

In this episode of The Bag Drop: Untold Stories in Golf, host Matt Considine and co-host Dr. Kevin Moore (a.k.a. “The Professor”) explore how reinstated professionals, NIL-era amateurs, and governing-body policy are reshaping elite amateur golf—the discussion is timely and personal, as the duo is prepping for their own USGA Four-Ball bid in November.

The conversation dives into:

• 🗺️ USGA Four-Ball prep, roles, and strategy ahead of Nov 17 Qualifier
• 🏁 NewClub Atlanta Club Championship at Bobby Jones GC: pick-the-tee strategy, massive greens, and champions crowned
• 🍬 A candy-fueled warm-up: the “leftovers,” Top-10 sellers
• 🧲 The “college putter” decision, arm-bar stance, and putting science (range of motion → more makes!)
• 🧾 Reinstatement basics: fees, true “cooling-off,” back-dating, and living like an am
• 💼 NIL’s ripple effects and why “reps never leave you”
• 🏆 The Mid-Am flashpoint: late-round fields stacked with reinstated players and the Masters invite incentive
• 🧭 Solutions: hard red lines (e.g., PGA/KFT wins), multi-year restrictions for crown-jewel amateur events, or a new competitive category

Join the NewClub community

🌍 Website: https://www.newclub.golf

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newclubgolf/

🐦 X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/newclubgolf

📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@newclubgolf

💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/newclub

Links & Partners

🐝 NewClub: https://www.newclub.golf

🏌️ Titleist: https://www.titleist.com

🌐 Golf Blueprint: https://www.golfblueprint.com

Listen to The Bag Drop

🎧 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bag-drop-untold-stories-in-golf/id1430328006

🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2xRWtUBJH8RazdLw14oaGH

🎧 Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/633c8703-5880-4522-bd6d-5967b45fc777/the-bag-drop-untold-stories-in-golf

🎧 Transistor: https://thebagdrop.transistor.fm/

Connect with Matt & The Professor

🎙️ Matt Considine — 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/consequential85 | 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/consequence18/ | 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-considine-103bb21/

📚 Dr. Kevin Moore ("The Professor") — 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/kevcmoore | 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevcmoore | 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-moore-177b30b3/

🗣️ Contribute to the show! — 📧 [email protected]

Chapters

00:00 Introduction & Four-Ball announcement (Nov 17, White Homs CC)

02:11 Four-Ball prep, roles, and strategy

02:10–02:48 Putting science: range-of-motion and make rates (via NLU/Sasho MacKenzie)

03:00 The “college putter,” arm-bar stance, and chasing true potential

05:20 Post-Halloween candy banter; Top-10 sellers; M&M’s at #1

09:26 NewClub Atlanta Club Championship at Bobby Jones GC; pick-the-tee match play

11:46 Reinstatement 101: application, fees, back-dating, and “live like an amateur”

19:59 NIL’s impact and why waiting on new policy may be smart

22:17 Scale check: 700–800 reinstatement applications per year

26:00 2025 U.S. Mid-Am flashpoint: reinstated players in late rounds

27:44 Masters invite as unstated motivator

30:48 History: from class lines to competition reality

37:04 “Reps never leave you”: why fresh pro reps create imbalance

49:22 Colt Knost: sincerity vs consequences and dilution risk

53:55 Solution space: thresholds, categories, and principles

58:22 Easy red lines: PGA/KFT wins

01:06:32 Cooling-off vs reinstatement windows; restricted-event idea

01:14:13 Will the USGA act? Principles vs popularity

01:18:38 Iron sharpens iron; closing thoughts

What is NewClub?

Founded in 2017, NewClub is the premier private golf society in the United States. It blends the community and access of a private club with the variety and affordability of public golf. Members enjoy thousands of reserved tee times, competitions and events at exceptional partner courses across our local chapters, as well as signature trips and exclusive perks. NewClub is revolutionizing golf membership, making the game more meaningful for those who love it.

What is The Bag Drop?

The Bag Drop features weekly stories from the culture, community and characters shaping golf today. Produced by NewClub Golf Society, each episode blends authenticity and expert insights for passionate golfers at all levels. Special guests from clubs, courses and every corner of the changing landscape join us for thoughtful, in-depth discussions on all things golf.

What makes Crystal Downs a thinking golfer’s paradise?

In this episode of The Bag Drop: Untold Stories in Golf, host Matt Considine and co-host Dr. Kevin Moore (a.k.a. “The Professor”) unpack the fractured mid-amateur landscape, lay out their plan for a first-ever U.S. Four-Ball Qualifier together, and then flip the mics as The Professor interviews Matt about his first walk at Alister MacKenzie and Perry Maxwell’s Northern Michigan masterpiece, Crystal Downs Country Club. From minimalist clubhouse culture to wind-swept strategy and ecology in full bloom, this one’s for design-curious golfers who love a course that makes you think on every shot.

The conversation dives into:

• Mid-amateurs today: reinstated pros, club championships, and why four-ball is the perfect proving ground
• Prepping for the U.S. Four-Ball: roles, strategy, and a putter identity crisis
• First impressions at Crystal Downs: the scenic approach, the “no sign” mystique, and a welcoming, golf-first vibe
• Clubhouse culture: small, timeless, and egalitarian (yes, ball washers on every tee)
• Ecology and feel: monarchs, wildlife, native plants, and how they elevate the experience
• Routing, wind, and strategy: severe contours, half-par tension, and the unforgettable 5–8 stretch
• Patience and stewardship: tree management, preservation, and letting the course reveal itself
• History: MacKenzie/Maxwell lore, the connector par-3, and a 1970s “walk up and join” story

Crystal Downs Country Club
 🏌️ Website: https://www.crystaldowns.org

📖 Top 100 Golf Courses profile: https://www.top100golfcourses.com/golf-course/crystal-downs

Join the NewClub community
 🌍 Website: https://www.newclub.golf

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newclubgolf/

🐦 X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/newclubgolf

📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@newclubgolf

💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/newclub

Links & Partners
 🐝 NewClub: https://www.newclub.golf

🏌️ Titleist: https://www.titleist.com

Listen to The Bag Drop
 🎧 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bag-drop-untold-stories-in-golf/id1430328006

🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2xRWtUBJH8RazdLw14oaGH

🎧 Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/633c8703-5880-4522-bd6d-5967b45fc777/the-bag-drop-untold-stories-in-golf

🎧 SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/the-bag-drop

🎧 Transistor: https://thebagdrop.transistor.fm/

Connect with Matt & The Professor
 🎙️ Matt Considine — X/Twitter: https://x.com/consequential85
| 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/consequence18/
| 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-considine-103bb21/

📚 Dr. Kevin Moore (“The Professor”) — 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/kevcmoore
| 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevcmoore/
| 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-moore-177b30b3/

Contribute to the show!
 🗣️💬 Email: [email protected]

Chapters
 00:00 Introduction and context
 02:40 The mid-amateur landscape
 05:47 Prepping for the U.S. Four-Ball Qualifier
 08:31 Anticipation of Crystal Downs
 11:28 The drive and arrival experience
 19:33 Clubhouse ethos and culture
 24:21 The ethos of improvement
 25:19 First-tee jitters
 26:34 Ecology and wildlife at Crystal Downs
 28:06 Course design and natural beauty
 30:02 Playing Crystal Downs
 31:38 Legacy and accessibility in golf
 34:09 Completeness of the golf course
 36:00 Flow and strategy in course design
 37:53 The challenge of Crystal Downs
 41:55 Comparative course analysis
 44:16 The legacy of Alister MacKenzie

What is NewClub?
 Founded in 2017, NewClub is the premier private golf society in the United States. It blends the community and access of a private club with the variety and affordability of public golf. Members enjoy thousands of reserved tee times, competitions, and events at exceptional partner courses across our local chapters, as well as signature trips and exclusive perks. NewClub is revolutionizing golf membership, making the game more meaningful for those who love it.

What is The Bag Drop?
 The Bag Drop features weekly stories from the culture, community, and characters shaping golf today. Produced by NewClub Golf Society, each episode blends authenticity and expert insights for passionate golfers at all levels. Special guests from clubs, courses, and every corner of the changing landscape join us for thoughtful, in-depth discussions on all things golf.

Can Simulated Golf Build Real Community? What if golf’s next great clubhouse is in your neighborhood?

In this episode of The Bag Drop: Untold Stories in Golf, host Matt Considine sits down with Jeff Testa, founder of Neighborhood National, to explore how golf simulators, technology, and shared spaces are reshaping the way golfers connect, practice, and build community.

The conversation dives into:

• How technology and simulators are expanding access to golf
• Why municipal and local golf remains vital for affordability and inclusion
• The entrepreneurial journey behind Neighborhood National
• The balance between altruism and business in golf
• How social connection fuels the next era of the game

Connect with our guest

⛳ Jeff Testa — https://www.neighborhoodnationalgc.com — 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/GolfNeighbor | 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neighborhood.national | 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-testa-86507823a/

Join the NewClub community

🌍 Website: https://www.newclub.golf

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newclubgolf/

🐦 X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/newclubgolf

📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@newclubgolf

💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/newclub

Links & Partners

🏡 Neighborhood National: https://www.neighborhoodnationalgc.com

🏌️ Titleist: https://www.titleist.com

🌐 Golf Blueprint: https://www.golfblueprint.com

Listen to The Bag Drop

🎧 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bag-drop-untold-stories-in-golf/id1430328006

🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2xRWtUBJH8RazdLw14oaGH

🎧 Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/633c8703-5880-4522-bd6d-5967b45fc777/the-bag-drop-untold-stories-in-golf

🎧 Transistor: https://thebagdrop.transistor.fm/

Connect with Matt & The Professor

🎙️ Matt Considine — 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/consequential85 | 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/consequence18/ | 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-considine-103bb21/

📚 Dr. Kevin Moore ("The Professor") — 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/kevcmoore | 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevcmoore | 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-moore-177b30b3/

🗣️ Contribute to the show! — 📧 email: [email protected]

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Golf and Community Engagement

02:36 The Rise of Municipal Golf and Accessibility

05:36 Transitioning from Corporate to Startup Life

08:06 Building a Home Golf Simulator

10:46 The Concept of Neighborhood National

13:41 The Evolution of Golf Simulators

16:19 Cultural Shifts in Golf Participation

20:21 Altruism vs. Business in Golf

23:02 Community and Golf: A Shared Experience

25:57 The Importance of Social Connections in Golf

28:42 The Future of Golf Technology

31:38 Navigating the Golf Industry Landscape

34:08 The Role of Neighborhood National in Golf

36:56 Closing Thoughts and Future Aspirations

What is NewClub?

Founded in 2017, NewClub is the premier private golf society in the United States. It blends the community and access of a private club with the variety and affordability of public golf. Members enjoy thousands of reserved tee times, competitions and events at exceptional partner courses across our local chapters, as well as signature trips and exclusive perks. NewClub is revolutionizing golf membership, making the game more meaningful for those who love it.

What is The Bag Drop?

The Bag Drop features weekly stories from the culture, community and characters shaping golf today. Produced by NewClub Golf Society, each episode blends authenticity and expert insights for passionate golfers at all levels. Special guests from clubs, courses, and every corner of the changing landscape join us for thoughtful, in‑depth discussions on all things golf.

What makes a place so special that people want their ashes spread there? In this episode of The Bag Drop: Untold Stories in Golf, host Matt Considine sits down with Colton Craig (golf course architect) and Nick Jorgensen (CEO of Jorgensen Land & Cattle) to talk about the creation of the Lazy J Sporting Club in Ideal, South Dakota.

The conversation dives into:

• The vision of blending golf, hunting, and ranch heritage
• Colton’s passion for golf course architecture and Perry Maxwell
• Nick’s family legacy in cattle farming and community building
• How they’re shaping a sporting club worthy of ashes — a place people want to call their favorite spot on earth.

Connect with our Guests:

🐮 Nick Jorgensen — Lazy J Sporting Club — 💼 LinkedIn

🪏 Colton Craig — Smyers, Craig, Coyne Golf Course Architects — 💼 LinkedIn

Join The Community at NewClub

🌍 Website: https://www.newclub.golf

📸 Instagram: @newclubgolf

🐦 Twitter/X: @newclubgolf

📺 Youtube: @newclubgolf

💼 LinkedIn: NewClub

Links & Partners

🐝 NewClub: https://www.newclub.golf

🏌️ Titleist: https://www.titleist.com

🌐 Golf Blueprint: https://www.golfblueprint.com/

🌾 Lazy J Sporting Club: https://www.lazyjclub.com

Listen to The Bag Drop

🎧 Apple Podcasts: The Bag Drop on Apple

🎧 Spotify: The Bag Drop on Spotify

🎧 Transistor: The Bag Drop on Transistor

Connect with Matt & The Professor

🎙️ Matt Considine — 🐦 X/Twitter | 📸 Instagram | 💼 LinkedIn

📚 Dr. Kevin Moore “The Professor” — 🐦 X/Twitter | 📸 Instagram| 💼 LinkedIn

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Lazy J Sporting Club

03:59 Meet the Guests: Colton Craig and Nick Jorgensen

07:22 Colton's Passion for Golf Course Architecture

10:08 Nick Jorgensen's Journey in the Cattle Business

16:01 The Vision Behind Lazy J Sporting Club

24:10 Connecting Agriculture and Golf

28:30 The Aha Moment for Golf Development

31:53 The Beauty of the Land and Golf Design

33:30 The Journey to Lazy J Sporting Club

36:53 The Goldilocks Zone: Land and Design Philosophy

38:37 Maximizing Land Use: Golf as the Best Option

41:36 Creating Accessibility and Affordability in Golf

43:06 A Memorable Experience with Bill Murray

46:15 The Future of Lazy J: Milestones and Vision

48:52 Unique Offerings: Golf and Hunting Combined

51:46 The Sporting Club Experience: Privacy and Adventure

56:48 Building a Legacy: Family and Community Values

What is NewClub?

Founded in 2017, NewClub is the premier private golf society in the U.S., blending the community and access of a private club with the variety and affordability more akin to a public golf experience. Members enjoy thousands of reserved tee times, competitions, and events at exceptional partner courses across our local chapters, as well as signature trips and exclusive perks. The NewClub ecosystem is revolutionizing golf memberships, pushing traditional U.S. structures forward, and making golf more meaningful for those who genuinely love the game.

What is The Bag Drop?

Weekly stories from the culture, community, and characters shaping the game today. Produced by NewClub Golf Society, the show blends authenticity and expert insights for passionate golfers at every level. Special guests from clubs, courses, and every corner of the changing landscape will join us for thoughtful, in-depth discussions on all things golf.

What wins the Ryder Cup—ego or humility?

In this episode of The Bag Drop: Untold Stories in Golf, host Matt Considine welcomes back Kyle Porter, founder of 🐑 Normal Sport and longtime voice in golf media. Together, they dive into the cultural contrasts between American and European Ryder Cup teams, the balance between confidence (ego) and selflessness (humility) required to win, and how Keegan’s unlikely Captaincy and even more unlikely moves thus far might have shifted the future of U.S. team golf for good.

The conversation explores:

• Ego vs. humility in the unique pressure of team golf
• How American individualism and European collectivism shape Ryder Cup outcomes
• The influence of leadership and culture on team dynamics
• Why foursomes vs. four-ball formats demand different mindsets and psychological pairings
• Keegan Bradley’s surprising humility and what it signals for U.S. Ryder Cup culture
• The emotional toll of competitive golf and what it reveals about players as people

Connect with our guest

🐑 Kyle Porter — Normal Sport

Website: https://www.normalsport.com

🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/kyleporterns

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kyleporterns

💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-porter-71874848/

Join the NewClub community

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📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newclubgolf/

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💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/newclub

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction

08:22 American vs. European Team Dynamics

18:14 Ego and Humility in Team Golf

27:47 Keegan Bradley’s Leadership

37:00 The Emotional Toll of Competitive Golf

What is NewClub?

Founded in 2017, NewClub is the premier private golf society in the United States. It blends the community and access of a private club with the variety and affordability of public golf. Members enjoy thousands of reserved tee times, competitions and events at exceptional partner courses across our local chapters, as well as signature trips and exclusive perks. NewClub is revolutionizing golf membership, making the game more meaningful for those who love it.

What is The Bag Drop?

The Bag Drop features weekly stories from the questions, community and characters shaping golf today. Produced by NewClub Golf Society, each episode blends our untamed curiosities with expert insights for passionate golfers at all levels. Special guests from clubs, courses and every corner of golf’s broad landscape join us for thoughtful, in‑depth discussions on all things golf.

Why does the Ryder Cup make us care so deeply about even the most obscure of Ryder Cuppers?

In this episode of The Bag Drop: Untold Stories in Golf, host Matt Considine welcomes back friend of the program and EMMY NOMINATED Sean Martin (Senior Manager, Content Development at the PGA TOUR) to celebrate the magic of fall golf, preview the Ryder Cup, and share stories of lesser-known names who became cult heroes. From JJ Spaun’s resilience to Rory McIlroy’s emotional connection with fans, they explore how community, history, and team spirit make this event unlike anything else in golf.

The conversation dives into:

• Why fall is golf’s best season
• Sean’s favorite Ryder Cup underdog stories
• JJ Spaun’s comeback and Rory’s emotional pull
• Home-field advantage and Keegan Bradley’s captaincy
• Predictions for Bethpage and future Ryder Cup cult heroes

Connect with our guest

📸 Sean Martin — Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seanmartingolf/

🐦 Sean Martin — X/Twitter: https://x.com/PGATOURSMartin

💼 Sean Martin — LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/spmartin/

Join the NewClub community

🌍 Website: https://www.newclub.golf

📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newclubgolf/

🐦 X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/newclubgolf

📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@newclubgolf

💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/newclub

Links & Partners

🐝 NewClub: https://www.newclub.golf

🏌️ Titleist: https://www.titleist.com

🌐 Golf Blueprint: https://www.golfblueprint.com

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Connect with Matt & The Professor

🎙️ Matt Considine — 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/consequential85 | 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/consequence18/ | 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-considine-103bb21/

📚 Dr. Kevin Moore ("The Professor") — 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/kevcmoore | 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevcmoore | 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-moore-177b30b3/

Episode Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Fall Golf Enthusiasm

02:42 Golf Seasons: Preferences and Experiences

05:36 Ryder Cup Anticipation and Content Creation

08:13 Highlighting Underrated Golfers in the Ryder Cup

11:12 Obscure Ryder Cup Heroes and Their Stories

19:54 Seve’s Heartbreaking Ryder Cup Experience

21:27 Memorable American Players in Ryder Cup History

23:15 The Unique Journey of Jeff Overton

24:54 Exploring Lesser-Known Ryder Cup Heroes

27:02 The Impact of Nicolas Colsaerts

28:33 The Molinari Brothers’ Legacy

30:35 The Rise of Ben Curtis and Ryan Moore

32:26 Future Cult Heroes of the Ryder Cup

34:15 Predictions for the Upcoming Ryder Cup

What is NewClub?

Founded in 2017, NewClub is the premier private golf society in the United States. It blends the community and access of a private club with the variety and affordability of public golf. Members enjoy thousands of reserved tee times, competitions, and events at exceptional partner courses across our local chapters, as well as signature trips and exclusive perks. NewClub is revolutionizing golf membership, making the game more meaningful for those who love it.

What is The Bag Drop?

The Bag Drop features weekly stories from the culture, community, and characters shaping golf today. Produced by NewClub Golf Society, each episode blends authenticity and expert insights for passionate golfers at all levels. Special guests from clubs, courses, and every corner of the changing landscape join us for thoughtful, in‑depth discussions on all things golf.

Joel Beall, a senior writer for Golf Digest and author of "Playing Dirty: Rediscovering Golf’s Soul in Scotland in an Age of Sportswashing," offers insights on golf’s civil war, the value of accessibility, and the everyday joys the game brings to individuals and communities alike. This week’s episode was a delightful chat for co-hosts Matt and The Professor. They explore the multifaceted and often hypocritical golf world with Joel, sharing their personal passions, as well as the cultural differences between American and Scottish golf, and, of course, offer some timely insights for the upcoming Ryder Cup. They examine the importance of community in golf, the impact of leadership decisions in the professional game, and the sport's future amid all these changing dynamics.

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Titleist > https://www.titleist.com

Playing Dirty > https://back9press.com/products/beall

00:00 Introduction and Personal Indulgences

02:50 The Transition to Golf and Guest Introduction

05:45 Exploring the Ryder Cup and Keegan's Captaincy

08:27 The Soul of Golf: Scotland vs. America

11:34 The Impact of Golf Culture on Personal Experiences

14:11 The Joy of Golf and Community Connections

16:50 The Future of Golf: Changes and Innovations

19:51 Closing Thoughts and Reflections