The Back of the Range

Sam Bennett - Texas A&M's All-American Star

September 9th, 2021  |  47 mins 10 secs

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My guest on this episode is Sam Bennett from Texas A&M University. This All-American is coming off of a three win season and will be contending for a SEC Championship this season. We spoke about his start in the game, what makes Madisonville, Texas so special, and his best career round. Think it is a 59? Nope. Try 55.

Emilia Migliaccio - 2021 U.S. Curtis Cupper

September 2nd, 2021  |  59 mins

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My guest on this episode just returned from Wales as part of the victorious United States Curtis Cup team. Emilia Migliaccio wrapped up an All-American career at Wake Forest and is now focusing on the next chapter in her life.....which doesn't include professional golf! Great stories and insight from one of the best amateurs in the world!

Michael Thorbjornsen - 2021 Western Amateur Champion

August 31st, 2021  |  53 mins 36 secs

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Jensen Castle - 2021 U.S. Women's Amateur Champion

August 26th, 2021  |  54 mins 32 secs

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My guest on this episode is the 2021 U.S. Women's Amateur Champion, Jensen Castle. We discussed her start in the game in South Carolina, what led her to Kentucky, and the improbable run at Westchester that led her to the title and a spot on the 2021 Curtis Cup team. Fantastic stories and insight into her special week at the U.S. Women's Amateur!

Darren Carroll - Award-Winning Golf Photographer

August 20th, 2021  |  1 hr 14 mins

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My guest on this episode is Darren Carroll. If you have seen incredible photographs from USGA events, there is an excellent chance that Darren was behind the camera when the shutter button was pressed. His work has been featured in Sports Illustrated, Golf World, and Golf Digest and he serves as a photography consultant to the PGA of America, and is also part of the photography team for both the U.S. Open Golf and U.S. Open Tennis championships. Great stories from behind the viewfinder by one of the best golf photographers in the world.

Mary Ann Sullivan - Co-Chair for the U.S. Women's Amateur at Westchester C.C.

August 6th, 2021  |  41 mins 22 secs

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My guest on this episode is Mary Ann Sullivan, the co-chair of the U.S. Women's Amateur at historic Westchester Country Club. We spoke about the rich history of the club and the prospect of welcoming the best amateurs in the world to her home club in Rye, New York.

Ryan Frazer - Junior Golf Insider Previews the U.S. Junior

July 19th, 2021  |  55 mins 5 secs

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My guest on this U.S. Junior Amateur preview episode is Ryan Frazer. Ryan is considered one of the most knowledgeable resources in the world of junior golf and is trusted by players, parents, and coaches across the country. We spoke about his company, Agora Golf, and who everyone should keep an eye out for this week at Country Club of North Carolina.

Todd White - 2013 U.S. Walker Cupper

July 5th, 2021  |  55 mins 57 secs

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My guest on this episode is Todd White. Todd joined Nathan Smith as one of two mid-ams on the victorious 2013 U.S. Walker Cup team and they also teamed up to win the first U.S. Amateur Four Ball at Olympic Club. Great stories from one of the great amateurs to ever come out of the state of South Carolina.

Joe Highsmith - Pepperdine's Champ Heads to Torrey Pines

June 16th, 2021  |  1 hr 1 min

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My guest on this episode is Joe Highsmith. In a matter of just a couple weeks, Joe led his Pepperdine Waves to a National Championship at Grayhawk and then earned medalist honors to punch his ticket to the 2021 U.S. Open at Torrey Pines.

Preston Summerhays - 2019 U.S. Junior Amateur Champion

June 11th, 2021  |  43 mins 27 secs

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My guest on this episode is Preston Summerhays. The 2019 U.S. Junior Champion discussed his family's obsession with the game and his approach to competition as he prepares for another full schedule of amateur events this summer before starting his collegiate career at Arizona State.