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A few years ago I was in Northern Ireland playing Royal Portrush. Little did I know 2 miles as the crow flies was Castlerock Golf Club. Bert Mackay is the general manager at Castlerock and while we didn't get the chance to meet on my trip, he did agree to come on my podcast! On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play presented by MemberText Bert talks about the 27 holes, the history of this club, their caddy program and the impact COVID-19 has had on their operation. He also talks about the myriad of awards they've won and his favorite whiskey! The course record here is 64… Par 73, too! This was a really fun episode and I hope to one day raise a pint of Guinness with him. Let's tee off.

They say golf is a good walk spoiled. While on that walk, might as well grab a cup of coffee. How does a cup from Good Walk Coffee Company sound? Wait until you hear the names of their different coffees! On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast presented by MemberText you will hear more about their direct to consumer model, the quality of these beans, their connection to Dogleg Brewing Company and their stance on ready to drink cans of coffee. Chris also talks about their story and where you can learn more. I am just so impressed by this company. Oh, and wait until he tells you about the grounds crew. Get it? Let's tee off.

The Bobby Jones Clover Whiskey Collection features single barrel, straight whiskey distilled with excellence and integrity. In honor of golf's greatest gentleman and champion. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast presented by MemberText Joe Michalek shares more about the history of this company, his role in the first legal distillery in the state of North Carolina, the differences between the 3 bottles in the collection and where you can order this fine spirit. He also talks about Bobby's favorite drink, discusses The Clover Club and the process to getting The Clover Whiskey behind your bar. This was a fantastic discussion and I enjoyed having Joe on the show. Let's raise a glass!

Dubbed a par 14,000, it took Adam and Ron 82 days and 1,100 miles to play the longest hole of golf ever played. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast presented by MemberText Ron Rutland joins me from South Africa to share his side of this record setting journey. We talked about trip planning, all the different people they met along the way, the weather they experienced and where folks at home can watch the documentary. Ron also talks about a nomadic dog that joined them on their journey and plans for their next adventure. This was such an inspiring discussion and is a pleasure getting to know more about this trp and this documentary. Let's tee off.

Graham Park is a former member at Royal Birkdale Golf Club, home of the 1965 Ryder Cup. Graham's was the sole sponsor of that event. It is quite the gamble to sponsor the Ryder Cup! Hence the name of Graham's book "GOLF'S GREATEST GAMBLE". On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast presented by MemberText Graham will talk about his tenure at Royal Birkdale, his time as a police officer, what it means to sponsor a golf tournament, his connection to Herb Graffis and the process to edit a book coming in at 66,000 words! Graham also talks about a connection to Bobby Jones. This was a historical conversation and I am honored to have Graham on this show. Let's tee off.

Mike Orloff runs Golf Industry Central, an online resource center for the Australiasia golf industry. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast presented by MemberText he talks about Mike's Space, a business directory on the website, his time as a GM, an overview of GICTV and his Tiger Woods/Fullerton, CA connection. He also talks about the impact of COVID-19 and his journey to Australia. Oh, and Mike likes gin. No wonder we get along! Jason Day. Adam Scott. Greg Norman. Who is Mike's favorite Australian golfer? This was a really fun discussion and I am honored to have Mike on the show. Let's tee off.

Originally from Australia, Luke Elvy has spent 3 decades broadcasting. He has worked for FOX Sports, CBS, PGA TOUR Entertainment and more. He is also the official voice of PGA TOUR 2K21, a new video game I can't stop playing! On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast presented by MemberText Luke will talk about his career, his time at Augusta National calling The Masters, his work on PGA TOUR Radio, his connection to aboutGolf, and his work on various Ryder Cups and Presidents Cups. He also talks about his time in the booth with Jim Nantz and what it was like working with Rich Beem on PGA TOUR 2K21. This was a thrilling conversation and I am honored to have Luke on the show. Let's tee off.

Pace of play is a concern for us all, golfer and golf course operators alike. That's where Tagmarshal comes in. But Tagmarshal does more than monitor pace of play. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast presented by MemberText, Bodo Siber, CEO of Tagmarshal, talks about the history of this company, the 300 clubs they work with including Pebble Beach and The Grove, how COVID-19 has impacted business and their case studies. He also talks about his time playing rugby and betterplace.org, another company he founded in Berlin. Tagmarshal is data driven, and this was a thrilling discussion. Let's tee off.

Volvik is known for producing bright red, green and orange golf balls. But a few weeks ago I started playing the XT Soft and I'm hooked! The ball is long off the tee and spins around the greens.

On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast presented by MemberText Wes Whittingham will tell us more about the history of the brand, the introduction of a matte finish golf ball, the success they are seeing in Korea, and their relationship with Marvel. He also talks about their pricing model and his thoughts on colored golf balls on tour. This was a fun, dare I say colorful, discussion, and I enjoyed having Wes on the show. Let's tee off.

George Lawrence is the president of the Academy of Golf Art. An artist himself, he has dedicated his life to sharing the best golf art including paintings, sculptures, photographs and more.

On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast presented by MemberText you will learn more about this prestigious organization, the long list of names on their Board of Trustees, his process for starting a new painting and how long it takes him to complete a piece. George also talks about his passion for travel and shares his experience as a longtime member at Westhampton Country Club. This was an incredible discussion and I enjoyed having George on the show. Let's tee off.