This week on The DROP Podcast, we’re joined by Sam “Riggs” Bozoian - better known as Riggs from Barstool Sports - one of the most influential voices in modern golf media and the longtime host of the Fore Play podcast. As the Commissioner of the Barstool Classic, Riggs has helped reshape how fans engage with the game, blending entertainment, authenticity, and real-golfer relatability in a way few others have.

From his early days at Barstool Sports to building Fore Play into one of the most listened-to golf podcasts in the world, Riggs shares insights on the evolution of golf media, content creation, and where the game is headed next. We also dive into what resonates most with everyday golfers, how media is changing the sport’s future, and why golf culture continues to grow across regions like the Garden State. Whether you’re a die-hard golfer or a casual fan, this episode delivers perspective from someone helping shape golf’s modern era.

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This week on The DROP Podcast, we’re building a true New Jersey Composite 9 - using only real holes from private courses played in 2025. No rankings. No reputation bias. No nostalgia. Just nine individual holes - three par 3s, three par 4s, and three par 5s - evaluated purely on architecture, strategy, and execution. Each selection is broken down by the design challenge it presents, why it earned its place, and which elite holes were left out, with room for disagreement where it belongs.

Joining Mike Puorro as guest co-host is Chris Dymek, Head Golf Professional at Manasquan River Golf Club, bringing first-hand perspective and credibility to one of the most detailed course conversations the show has produced. From classic Tillinghast designs to modern championship tests, this episode is built for golfers who care about why holes work - and what separates great design from great reputation - all through the lens of Golfing in the Garden State.

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In this episode of The DROP Podcast, we’re joined by Diamo Streaser, Head Golf Professional at Watchung Valley Golf Club, for a candid conversation about his path through the New Jersey golf industry and what it truly takes to step into a head professional role. From working his way up through outside operations to serving as an assistant at top private clubs, Diamo explains how those experiences shaped his leadership approach and prepared him to run a premier private golf operation.

We dive into the real day-to-day of modern club life - managing member expectations, overseeing tournaments and events, leading staff, and setting the tone for the golf shop and overall operation. Whether you’re passionate about Golfing in the Garden State, curious about how private clubs operate behind the scenes, or aspiring to grow your career in the golf industry, this episode delivers practical insight, honest perspective, and real-world lessons from one of New Jersey golf’s rising professionals.

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This week on The DROP Podcast, we close out 2025 with a special final episode and Ryan’s final appearance on the show. To send it off the right way, we run through Ryan’s Top 3’s across the moments that defined the podcast: favorite courses played (public and private), favorite guests, unforgettable shots, and the memories that made this run special. It’s a reflective, fun, and honest look back at the golf, travel, conversations, and experiences that shaped The DROP and Golfing in the Garden State.

In Fast Facts, we celebrate Tiger Woods turning 50 on December 30th by breaking down our Top 3 Tiger shots of All-Time, and we close with a recap of Chris Gotterup competing for Atlanta Drive GC in the opening TGL event. It’s the end of a chapter, the close of a big year, and one last ride with Ryan - don’t miss this one.

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This week on The DROP Podcast, we’re joined by Mike Attara, founder and president of Spirit Golf Management, 2025 NJPGA Golf Professional of the Year, and currently the President of the New Jersey Golf Foundation. With more than 35 years as a PGA Professional, Mike has built a career rooted in leadership, mentorship, and sustainable growth - guiding dozens of professionals toward PGA membership while expanding Spirit Golf’s boutique management model across New Jersey and Pennsylvania. In this conversation, Mike shares the early experiences that shaped his career, the vision behind launching Spirit Golf in 2009, and how his work with the NJPGA and NJGF continues to impact youth programs, public golf, and the future of the game. This episode offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to lead at the highest level of golf administration while staying committed to growing the game one club at a time.

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This episode of The DROP Podcast marks a meaningful moment in the journey of Golfing in the Garden State. Ryan and Mike share an honest conversation about a change within the podcast - not driven by conflict or hostility, but by the reality that not all partnerships last forever. With appreciation for the time, effort, and memories built together, the guys reflect on what it takes to create something consistently, and why mutual respect matters more than anything.

The episode also rewinds the golf season with a full GHIN handicap recap, breaking down rounds played, courses checked off, average scores, and personal highs and lows from a year spent golfing in New Jersey.

Quick hitters close things out, including:

• Shane Lowry’s Hole-in-One trivia

• PNC Championship results and a look at the PGA Tour calendar

An honest episode about golf, growth, and the friendships built along the way - all through the lens of Golfing in the Garden State.

This week on The DROP Podcast, we sit down with one of the most influential figures in New Jersey golf history: Steve Sieg, longtime Head Golf Professional at Navesink Country Club and a true steward of the game. Over nearly four decades at Navesink, Steve helped shape generations of golfers - teaching more than 1,000 members and their children, mentoring 11 assistant professionals into head pro roles, and setting the club’s course record (64 from the Blue Tees) along the way. A multi-time NJPGA Champion, NJ State Open winner, and NJPGA Hall of Fame inductee, Steve’s career blends elite playing ability, legendary teaching, and unwavering leadership at one of the Garden State’s most respected clubs.

In this conversation, Steve reflects on building a championship-level culture, developing professionals who went on to lead clubs across the state, and what it means to leave a lasting legacy in golf. We dive into his nearly decade-long service on the PGA of America Board, including roles as Vice President and President, and how those experiences shaped his view of the game beyond the ropes. From competitive highlights to daily routines that kept him grounded, this episode is a masterclass in longevity, mentorship, and service to the game. We close with a Rapid-Fire Final Round, delivering quick insights and personal moments from a career that helped define Golfing in the Garden State. Follow The DROP for your weekly fix of New Jersey golf stories that matter.

This week on The DROP Podcast, we break down the best gifts for golfers just in time for the holidays, delivering the ultimate 2025 golf gift guide for every budget. From our Top 5 Stocking Stuffers to Top 4 Big-Item Gifts and Top 3 Outside-the-Box picks, we cover everything golfers actually want - gear, accessories, experiences, and creative ideas that won’t collect dust in the garage. Whether you’re shopping for a scratch player, a weekend warrior, or someone just getting into the game, this episode takes the guesswork out of gifting and helps you score big this Christmas.

To close things out, we hit a fast-paced round of Quick Hitters, including a Barstool Fore Play reel highlighting New Jersey as the state with the highest percentage of private golf courses in the country - is that good or bad? We break it all down. Then it’s on to Fast Facts, where we shout out the last-minute supporters of the DROP store - expedited shipping is still available to guarantee Christmas delivery. We also recap the Grant Thornton Invitational, where Chris Gotterup and Jennifer Kupcho finished T2 in the unique mixed-team format, and wrap up with a PGA Tour Q-School Final Stage recap, including John Pak securing Korn Ferry Tour status for 2026.

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Jason Birnbaum, Director of Instruction at Manhattan Woods Golf Academy, joins the show for a deep dive into what truly separates elite golfers from the rest. With students ranging from PGA Tour winner Chris Gotterup to rising junior star Rory Asselta, Jason has spent his career coaching across the PGA Tour, LPGA Tour, European Tour, and Korn Ferry Tour. He breaks down the habits he sees in high performers, the biggest mistakes amateurs make, and the mindset and structure behind building one of the strongest junior pipelines in the country. If you’re serious about getting better at golf, this conversation delivers insights you won’t hear anywhere else.

We explore Jason’s evolution from a Golf Digest Best Young Teacher in America to a Best-in-State instructor, the influence of teaching around the world, and the way Manhattan Woods has shaped his teaching philosophy. Jason shares what he saw immediately in Chris Gotterup's game, why most players misunderstand the short game, the traits he sees in juniors who are destined to break out, and the single piece of advice that improves your next round instantly. The Rapid-Fire Final Round caps things off with quick-hit answers that golfers will love and share.

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This week on The DROP Podcast, we unveil our highly anticipated Top 10 Private Courses Played in New Jersey for 2025, a full breakdown of Ryan’s list, Mike’s list, and the stories behind the rounds that made each track stand out. From elite layouts to exclusive experiences and unforgettable member-for-a-day moments, we dive into what makes these private clubs the best we’ve played this year. Expect honest reactions, course-by-course analysis, surprises, disagreements, and plenty of Garden State golf flavor as we deliver the definitive ranking for anyone curious about where New Jersey’s premier private golf truly shines in 2025.

To close the episode, we hit a fresh round of Quick Hitters, including Tiger Woods’ press conference and a look at the Hero World Challenge - Tiger’s event - where Chris Gotterup was in the field. Then we roll into Fast Facts, highlighting the last chance to guarantee Christmas delivery for DROP orders (place yours before December 11). We also recap PGA Tour Q-School’s Second Stage: Ryan McCormick advancing with a T12 finish, Ethan Ng moving on, and the tough DNQs for David Pastore, Jack Simon, Melan Dhaubhadel, and the crazy story surrounding James Nicholas’ Round 4 fiasco. Final Stage begins December 11-14 as the chase for PGA Tour cards continues.