The Wednesday Match Play Podcast, Powered by Heritage Creations USA

East Sands Golf Co. is a boutique golf travel company that specializes in custom golf trips, hosted group experiences, and golf tourism, with a particular focus on Scotland, Ireland, and other world-class golf destinations.

On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast powered by Heritage Creations USA, Haley and Nick share their connection to Colby Johansson, explain the story behind their company's name, and provide an overview of how they create custom golf travel experiences. They discuss just how personalized their trips can be, highlight some of the world's most popular golf destinations, and offer valuable tips for planning the perfect golf getaway. They also talk about their connection to John Boyne at St Andrews and their partnership with No Laying Up. This was an adventurous conversation, and it was an honor to have Haley and Nick on the show. Let's tee off.

Fripp Island Golf & Beach Resort is a private, gated island resort located on Fripp Island, a barrier island off the coast of Beaufort, South Carolina, about halfway between Charleston and Savannah. It is known for its relaxed Lowcountry atmosphere, pristine beaches, championship golf, and abundant wildlife.

On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast powered by Heritage Creations USA, John shares his journey to Fripp Island, previews the summer season, and highlights the many amenities available to members and guests. He discusses the island's 3.5 miles of beach access, explains who owns Fripp Island, introduces his team, and walks through the check-in and check-out process for visitors. This was a charming conversation, and it was an honor to have John on the show. Let's tee off.

Proágo Branding Dept. is a Southern California-based brand infrastructure studio that helps organizations build and maintain a consistent brand across every customer touchpoint through strategy, standards, environmental branding, and ongoing brand management.

On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast powered by Heritage Creations USA, Carlos provides an overview of Proágo, explains how the company got started, and shares the services it offers. He discusses the process of designing a club calendar, standing out in a competitive marketplace, and the role that fonts and color palettes play in creating a strong brand identity. Carlos also explains why storytelling and high-quality photography are essential to effective club marketing. This was a creative and insightful conversation, and it was an honor to have Carlos on the show. Let's tee off.

Heritage Creations USA specializes in custom awards, trophies, plaques, recognition pieces, tee gifts, and branded merchandise, primarily serving golf courses, country clubs, tournaments, and pro shops.

On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast, brought to you by Eden Mill St Andrews, Andy talks about navigating natural disasters, his time at Heritage, and his connection with the PGA of America. We explore their target customer, the importance of customization, and how clubs can create exceptional clubhouse experiences. Andy also shares insights on large touchscreen technology, the use of AI, and their partnership with The Golden State Chapter of CMAA. We also discuss his love of boating and spending time out on the water. This was a customized conversation, and it was an honor to have Andy on the show. Let's tee off!

Play Golf Calgary is a golf management and booking platform that operates several public golf courses in and around Calgary, Alberta, Canada. It allows golfers to book tee times across multiple courses from one website or app.

On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast, brought to you by Eden Mill St Andrews, Slade shares his journey to Play Golf Calgary, the lessons he learned from golf professionals like Ken Frame and Steve Moe, and an overview of the PGM program. He also discusses balancing operations across multiple facilities and provides a detailed look at Play Golf Calgary and how it has evolved over the years. He talks about his involvement with Nike Golf, outlines the PGC Difference program, and shares what he learned while earning his Turfgrass Maintenance Certificate. This was an impactful conversation, and it was an honor to have Slade on the show. Let's tee off.

The National Golf Course Owners Association is a trade association founded in 1976 that represents golf course owners, operators, and industry professionals across the United States. Its mission is to support successful and sustainable golf operations through advocacy, education, networking, and business resources.

On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast, brought to you by Eden Mill St Andrews, Jay reflects on his time with the NGCOA, earning his Certified Association Executive designation, and the many initiatives shaping the future of the golf industry. He dives into the Golf Business AI Workshop, recaps National Golf Day, and shares insights into Golf Business Magazine and the valuable content being delivered to members. The conversation also explores the growth of indoor golf and simulators, membership opportunities, and the many benefits of being part of the NGCOA. This was an inspirational conversation, and it was an honor to have Jay on the show. Let's tee off.

Bourbon Lore is a luxury whiskey lifestyle brand and community centered around rare American whiskey, especially bourbon and rye. It was founded by entrepreneur Mason Walker and whiskey historian/author Clay Risen. The company combines ultra-rare whiskey collecting, storytelling, travel experiences, exclusive bottle releases, and educational content.

On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast, brought to you by Eden Mill St Andrews, Mason takes us back to where it all began, working in an antique shop, recalling his first sip of whiskey, and building what would become an impressive collection. He walks us through the journey for anyone new to the spirit and shares where to find the best bottles. We also dive into Bourbon Lore, how it started, the exclusive experiences they offer, proper glassware, and even a recent feature in Forbes. This was a historic conversation and an honor to have Mason on the show. Let's tee off.

JONDOSPORT USA is a golf-focused sunglasses brand that specializes in performance eyewear designed to help golfers see the course more clearly. Their sunglasses use what they call "KRISP" lens technology, which is designed to enhance contrast, reduce glare, improve depth perception, and make it easier to track the golf ball and read greens.

On this episode of the Wednesday Match Play Podcast, brought to you by Eden Mill St Andrews, Morné talks about where JONDO Sport is based, shares how the company got started, details their approach to R&D and where he sees the future of eyewear going, discusses prescription lenses, and explains how he first met Ernie Els. He also breaks down why 17% light transmission matters, talks about their warranty and repair process, and shares how they stay competitive in such a crowded market. This was such a cool conversation and an honor having Morné on the show. Let's tee off.

Par Bar Protein is a snack brand offering clean, high-protein bars made with simple, real ingredients. Designed for golfers and active individuals, the bars provide convenient, sustained energy without artificial additives, serving as a healthier alternative to traditional snacks. Founded by athletes and golf enthusiasts, Par Bar supports performance on the course, in the gym, or on the go.

On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast, brought to you by Eden Mill St Andrews, Jacob talks about his journey to Par Bar Protein, dives into their branding and logo development, and shares details about the ingredients and partnership with a co-packer. He mentions some clubs in Southern California where the bars are being sold. Jacob discusses free shipping, new flavors, how he and George met, and the steps to getting these at your home course. This was a strong conversation and an honor having Jacob on the show. Let's tee off.

TPC Potomac at Avenel Farm is a private, PGA TOUR–affiliated golf club located in Potomac, Maryland, just outside Washington, D.C. It's part of the prestigious Tournament Players Club Network, meaning it's designed to tour-level standards but available primarily to members and their guests.

On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast, brought to you by Eden Mill St Andrews, Ned shares why TPC Avenel is such a special place, reflects on a $35 million renovation and rebranding, and walks us through his journey to earning both the PGA and CCM designations. We also get into operating in a highly competitive market, his time with Hershey Entertainment, their caddie program, and the incredible story of Palmer making two aces on back-to-back days. This was a hospitable conversation and an honor to have Ned on the show. Let's tee off.