The Pace Of Change Speedgolf Podcast: Broadcasting The Evolution of Speedgolf In The 21st Century

We've said it before, we'll say it again. Because it's true, and because it's a big part of what makes competitive Speedgolf so thrilling: Every second counts!

For that reason, Speedgolfers instinctively push their games to the limit. Who wants to lose by a few seconds knowing somewhere in the round they stopped giving 100%?   

It causes anguish when you're on the wrong side of the clock, and it feels exhilarating when the hands of time fall your way. Jason, a fixture in our sport, is familiar with both scenarios.

In part II of our conversation with 'The Hawk', we cover his 3 US national championship experiences, culminating in a hard fought, long-awaited victory at this year's showing. 

What's In The Bag

Driver - 5i - 9i - 54w - Putter

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Podcast Host

Scott Dawley on Instagram: @scottdawleygolf

Podcast Guest

Jason Hawkins on FB:@jason.l.hawkins.7

on Insta: @jhawkspeedgolf

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The Hawk is back on the POC, this time as the reigning US National Champion! Jason's evolution as one of the top Speedgolfers in the world is an inspiring journey of perpetual, patient improvement and quiet confidence.

In spite of several setbacks along the way, Hawkins has buttoned up a career year with 3 wins in 4 starts, including the Vegas Extreme Challenge, the KYSGO, and most recently 3rd annual US Speedgolf Champs. 

In part I today, we discuss his golfing and fitness history, as well as his competitive road to the US Champs in Houston, Texas less than one month ago. 

Stay tuned for part II, where we cover his climb to a national championship victory over the last three years.  

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Podcast Host

Scott Dawley on Instagram: @scottdawleygolf

Podcast Guest

Jason Hawkins on FB:@jason.l.hawkins.7

on Insta: @jhawkspeedgolf

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"The journey of a thousands miles begins with one step." - Lao Tzu

The longest course is in the world is in Australia. It's called Nullarbor Links and it traverses over 1,000 miles from the 1st tee to the 18th green. The idea for the course came from Alf Caputo and Bob Bongiorno over a bottle of red wine in a small roadhouse off the famed Eyre Highway.

Since its official opening in 2009, few people have played the entire course at once. Nobody has ever thought to Speedgolf Nullarbor Links...until now.

Ben Taylor, our very own POC host, will soon become the first person to attempt the 1,365km Speedgolf journey across the Nullarbor Plain. Why? BT explains it all in this episode of the POC. 

Show your support for BT! All funds raised will go directly to the Movember movement, a charitable foundation addressing some of the biggest health issues faced by men: prostate cancer, testicular cancer, and mental health and suicide prevention. You can give directly at https://au.movember.com

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Podcast Host

Troy Levier on Instagram: @the_garden_detailer

Podcast Guest

Ben Taylor on FB:@benjijaminjoe

Ben Taylor on Insta: @aussiegolfmechanic

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We talk a lot on the POC about the personal benefits that Speedgolf offers golfers, runners, and anyone looking to enjoy and active and healthy lifestyle.

For some, Speedgolf provides that much needed 'me' time. For others it's a fast way to do something fun and fitness-oriented with friends.

For Brooke Thrall – one of the most dedicated women in our sport, it's certainly a combination of both. But it's more than just those things. Brooke has found a way to leverage her passion for Speedgolf to help herself and at the same time others in need. 

On Sunday, September 8th Brooke will be raising money through the World Vision organization, which supplies children in need with clean and sustainable water for life. Her goal is to run 20 miles during and after the 22nd annual Bob-n-broc Speedgolf tournament at Rich Valley Golf Club in Rosemount, MN.   

Running that far requires months of training, sacrifice, and self-discipline, so let's rally around Brooke and help her achieve her goal of raising $10,000. Thanks for you support! 

Brooke's Team World Vision Donation page:

Teamworldvision.org/participant/moments

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Podcast Host

Scott Dawley Instagram: @scottdawleygolf

Podcast Guest

Brooke Thrall on FB:@brookethrall

Brooke Thrall on Insta: @enthralledmoments

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It's going to happen: Speedgolf is destined to scale. Are we there yet? No. But the Master Plan has been put into action, and at its foundation is the grassroots methodology Garlin has employed over the years running Speedgolf SoCal.

It hasn't been easy, but what Smith and so many other ambassadors around the country and world have discovered...it's so worth it! Enjoy the back half of our conversation with the 2017 SGUSA Ambassador of the Year, Garlin Smith.   

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Podcast Host

Scott Dawley Instagram: @scottdawleygolf

Podcast Guest

Garlin Smith on FB: @garlin.smith

Speedgolf SoCal on FB/Insta: @SpeedgolfSoCal

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"I find the incredible, the amazing can be actually a little mundane after a while. So it's important that we regularly challenge ourselves... to access that adventure side, the curiosity of the unknown."

We're back with Luke Willett for part II of our conversation with the Square Banana. He's got a new challenge on the horizon, so let's find out what that is right now. Enjoy! 

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Podcast Team

Ben Taylor Instagram: @aussiegolfmechanic

Troy Levier Instagram: @the_garden_detailer

Scott Dawley Instagram: @scottdawleygolf

Podcast Guest

Luke Willett - 

YouTube: The Iron Golfer
Facebook: facebook.com/theirongolfer
Instagram: @the_iron_golfer
Website: square-banana.com

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"What does adventure mean? Adventure is going into the unknown. The more often I think we can do this, the better we all are as individuals, the more we're going to learn, and the further we're going to go." Luke Willett is back on the POC. Enjoy Part I with the Square Banana. 

Topics Covered:

7 Day Speedgolf Challenge

British Speedgolf Championships - July 28th

To visit the championship webpage, click here

Host venue - Foxhills GC

Stay tuned for Part II where we dig deeper into the Square Banana philosophy of golf and life, and how Luke is making a positive impact applying curiosity and a sense of adventure to the game of Speedgolf. 

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Podcast Team

Ben Taylor Instagram: @aussiegolfmechanic

Troy Levier Instagram: @the_garden_detailer

Scott Dawley Instagram: @scottdawleygolf

Podcast Guest

Luke Willett - 

YouTube: The Iron Golfer
Facebook: facebook.com/theirongolfer
Instagram: @the_iron_golfer
Website: square-banana.com

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For this historic episode we brought in one of the great ambassadors of Speedgolf since he discovered it in 2013.

As a successful brand marketing and advertising executive, Garlin Smith knows what it will take for Speedgolf to reach the masses. It what he's doing with that knowledge that runs counter to many people's ideas about how this slow-to-develop, faster version of the traditional game will reach its tipping point. 

Enjoy Part II with the Founder and Director of Speedgolf Southern California. Next up, Part I.  

*The POC is headed to Kentucky this week for the 3rd annual Kentucky Speedgolf Championships. Stay tuned for some great player interviews when we return.

Until then pick up the pace, play from your heart! 

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Podcast Host

Scott Dawley Instagram: @scottdawleygolf

Podcast Guest

Garlin Smith on FB: @garlin.smith

Speedgolf SoCal on FB/Insta: @SpeedgolfSoCal

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Enjoy the Host Roundup conversation as we head toward the milestone 100th episode of the Pace Of Change.  

Topics Include: 

– Speedgolf USA Tournament Schedule Recap & Review

Thanks to all 2019 SGUSA event hosts:

Josh Heptig - Dairy Creek Classic

Jim Diguilio - Volvo Vegas Extreme

Garrett Holt - (2) Spring + Fall Missouri Opens

Larry Levinson - Ohio Invitational

Steve Vancil - Arrowhead Open

Krista & Bruce Rowland - Sunriver Open

Jason Hawkins - Kentucky Championships

Cary Kangas - Bob n' Broc

Lauren & Wes Cupp - New York Open

Scott Dawley - US Championships

Palouse Open - Chris Hundhausen

Sacramento Open - Brad Kearns

– The Speedgolf Tipping Point

– Growth & Awareness Initiatives

  -Speedgolf Starter Kit (for golf course operators)

  -Personal Tracking App (Strava for Speedgolf)

  -Online Course Listing

  -Tee time booking engine

  -Event starter kit (for tournament hosts)

– Speedgolf In Non-Competitive Context

– Melbourne Speedgolf update from BT

– Growing grassroots Speedgolf 

– Scott and Troy catch up*

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Podcast Hosts

Scott Dawley Instagram: @scottdawleygolf

Ben Taylor Instagram: @aussiegolfmechanic

Troy Levier Instagram: @the_garden_detailer

Thank you for listening, thank you for sharing, thank you for liking and subscribing and leaving a review. We have enjoyed creating content the Speedgolf community enjoys and appreciates. If that's true for you, please take the time to let us know! 

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"The secret trick for me is...just believe, man. Just believe in yourself. You don't need to say, 'I'm gonna do this,' over and over again. Simply trust in the journey."

"And once you set off on your journey, don't think how you're gonna make it. Don't keep looking at the fuel gauge. Just keep going until it runs out, and see what happens." - Luke Willett | The Iron Golfer

Topics Include:

Willett's 'secret' to success

The Iron Golfer's Training regimen

Luke's morning wellness routine

What inspires Luke to attempt the impossible

How to start your journey

The benefits of not keeping score

Willett's Speedgolf World Record attempt

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Podcast Guest

Luke Willett - 

YouTube: The Iron Golfer
Facebook: facebook.com/theirongolfer
Instagram: @the_iron_golfer
Website: square-banana.com

Podcast Host

Scott Dawley Instagram: @scottdawleygolf

Speedgolf USA Instagram: @speedgolfusa

Thank you for listening, thank you for sharing, thank you for liking and subscribing and leaving a review. You can support our efforts by following us on Facebook /paceofchange. Visit our website paceofchange.com and sign up for our newsletter to stay up to speed on the latest POC podcast news announcements and updates. If you’re listening on iTunes or Spotify, you can help us by subscribing and leaving a review.

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