This week on the Pure Drive Podcast, Brian is joined by Pure Drive instructor and  Evan Gagnen to discuss one of the fastest-growing areas of the game: junior golf and beginner golf.

The guys dive into the benefits of PGA Junior League, why the team format helps kids develop confidence, and how parents can introduce their children to golf in a fun and positive way. 

They also discuss what beginner golfers can expect from their first lesson, the most common mistakes new players make.

We also hit on our favorite golf course logos, hat collections, Masters ticket applications, and the crew's picks for this week's Memorial Tournament.

This week on the Pure Drive Podcast, it’s just Brian and Bryan for a deep dive into all things club fitting, equipment trends, and the current state of golf gear. 

They also get into Brian’s early experience with the new Titleist GT driver lineup, and then shifts into a full breakdown of modern irons and fitting philosophy. 

Why lofts have gotten dramatically stronger over the years, and why many golfers are actually playing irons that are too strong for their game. 

Later in the episode, the guys react to the leaked PGA Tour player survey discussing distance, golf ball rollback, and the future of professional golf equipment. 

On this week’s episode of the Pure Drive Podcast, Brian Dunleavy and Adam Kolloff down Aaron Rai’s PGA Championship victory, debate the major championship setup, and discuss why LIV golfers suddenly seem motivated again. The crew also recaps Brian’s latest U.S. Open qualifier and dives into the putting struggles that can make or break tournament golf.

The main topic this week: “Why Do I Suck at Golf?” The guys break down the biggest reasons amateur golfers struggle including, poor fundamentals, setup mistakes, and bad practice habits. They also share some of their favorite drills for putting, contact, and improving consistency both on the range and on the course.

This week on the Pure Drive Podcast, Brian is joined by Pure Drive staff member Max Todisco. The guys dive into tournament golf, pressure putting, and the brutal reality of early-season golf in New England. Brian breaks down his Mass Open qualifier at Black Rock, where elite ball striking was overshadowed by 37 putts and a painful lesson on distance control. With a US Open local qualifier coming up at Berkshire Hills, the crew talks tournament nerves, why putting becomes exponentially harder under pressure, and how aerated greens make preparing for competitive golf nearly impossible this time of year.

Then the spotlight turns to Max’s season-long challenge: breaking 80 before the end of the year to “keep his job” at Pure Drive. The crew discusses course management, avoiding blow-up holes, and why confidence may be the key to finally getting it done.

To wrap things up, the guys preview the PGA Championship at Aronimink, and give their picks for the tournament.

In this episode of the Pure Drive Podcast, Brian Dunlevy is joined by the crew to break down their recent Titleist GTS fitting experience at Renaissance Golf Club. The guys dive into the latest driver and fairway wood technology, including new front-and-back weighting systems, performance gains, and what stood out most during their fittings.

They also recap a competitive week of golf, including a Mass Open qualifier at Kernwood Country Club—covering course strategy, key mistakes, and the mental side of tournament play. Plus, a wild caddie story that highlights just how unpredictable competitive golf can be.

The conversation shifts into practical insights for golfers, including how to handle difficult playing partners, stay mentally locked in during tournaments, and how to approach a proper practice round.

To wrap things up, the crew talks PGA Tour storylines, swing quirks from top players, and makes their picks for the upcoming week.

Brian Dunlevy and the Pure Drive team officially relaunch the Pure Drive Podcast, joined by Pure Drive Drive Golf owner and Director of Instruction Adam Kolloff to share their unique perspective as teaching professionals. The show will cover a wide range of golf topics including PGA Tour news, lesson insights, equipment reviews, course discussions, and tournament prep—all drawn from their day-to-day experiences coaching 25–45 golfers per week.

A major focus of the episode is common swing issues, particularly shanking. The group discusses how small technical changes can sometimes worsen contact for certain players (“delicate flowers”), and emphasizes practical, feel-based drills—like placing a towel or object outside the ball—to improve strike without overthinking mechanics. They highlight the importance of adaptability in coaching and using athletic instincts over technical overload.

The conversation shifts into player development and practice strategies, including:

•  Prioritizing strike quality (avoiding fat/shank misses) 
•  Using drills for low-point control (towel drill, fairway bunker practice) 
•  Structuring wedge practice through both swing length and club speed 
•  The importance of short game preparation before tournaments 

Adam recaps his recent NEPGA event, reinforcing the idea that players can perform well even when they don’t feel their best. The group discusses managing expectations, sticking to routines, and building confidence through experience.

On the professional golf side, they touch on:

•  The Fitzpatrick brothers winning the Zurich Classic 
•  Tournament insights and player picks for the upcoming event at Doral 
•  Nelly Korda’s dominant win at the Chevron Championship and her putting changes 

Pat takes some questions from the Pure Drive Pod fans. Try not to miss Kollof too much. 

Pat and Adam are back from a short Podcast Vacation to discuss Adam's Pure Plane Launch and give out their British Open Picks

One of Pat's students, Nicole Vaughn joins the pod to discuss her experience starting in golf as a beginner and a female.

2020 New Jersey Section Teacher of the Year, Nick Bova drops in to talk about his recent experience at the PGA Professional Championship. He also talks about his early playing career and how he started teaching. Nick is an awesome dude - lots of laughs in this one