Next On The Tee With Chris Mascaro, Golf Podcast

Chris Koske has a rich background in the game of golf. He spent several years in the marketing department at Callaway Golf and now is the Chief Marketing Officer for Edel Golf. Chris takes us through their Golf Digest Gold Award-winning putters and wedges. We hear about how far off most of us are with aiming our putters, plus their elaborate fitting process that will help us make more putts and hit our wedges much closer to the hole.

In this episode of Next on the Tee I'm joined by 2019 Champions Tour Player of the Year Scott McCarron, one of the all-time great PGA Professionals Bob Ford, Actor turned ESPN Radio Host Matthew Laurance, and Edel Golf's Chief Marketing Officer Chris Koske joined me. Scott McCarron talks about his driving distance now versus when he first joined the PGA Tour. We also hear about the back-to-back majors they have coming up on the Champions Tour, dealing with missing 1-foot putts, and how to have a winning mindset vs. playing not to lose. Bob Ford is in several halls of fame including the PGA Professional Hall of Fame and he was recognized with the Bob Jones Award for his great contributions to the game. Bob was also the Head Golf Professional for several decades at both Oakmont Country Club and Seminole Golf Club. We hear several of his memories from both clubs plus his thoughts on the Saudi League and his stories about playing with Arnold Palmer. Matthew Laurance shares memories from his very first commerc

One of my favorite people to talk to, Frank Nobilo, joins me in this segment of the show. Franks talks about what he saw while broadcasting this year's Masters Tournament. We hear about Tiger's performance, Rory electrifying the patrons on Sunday, if Rory can carry that over to next year's Masters, Frank's memories of playing Southern Hills, the site of this year's PGA Championship, and how this generation of players compares to the players of the '60s & '70s.

Suzy Whaley shares her thoughts on what we saw at this year's Masters Tournament including her time in the broadcast booth. We hear the story behind how she got hooked on golf at age 9 by going over to the driving range to compete with the boys, her passion for inclusion and growing the game as President of the PGA of America, and the record-setting day her daughter Kelly had recently on the Ladies European Tour.

John Patrick has covered The Masters Tournament for 38 years now. He shares his thoughts on what we saw at this year's tournament, plus the impact of lengthening holes 11, 15, and 18, why Augusta National bought the land behind the 13th tee from neighboring August Country Club but haven't moved the tee back, and why players insist on going for the flag on 12 during the final round and usually coming up wet.

Golf Magazine Top 100 Instructor Eric Johnson shares his thoughts on The Masters, what we learned about Scottie Scheffler, did Tiger come back too soon, and Cam's bad swing at a bad time.

On this week's episode of Next on the Tee I'm joined by Golf Magazine Top 100 Instructor Eric Johnson, CBS Analyst and former Tour Pro Frank Nobilo, the Host of The Augusta Golf Show John Patrick, and the former President of the PGA of America and PGA/LPGA Master Professional Suzy Whaley. We look back on The Masters Tournament and broadcast, Tiger's performance, what we saw from Scottie Scheffler, Cam Smith, and Rory McIlroy, plus why players keep insisting on trying to go at the pin on #12 on Sunday.

John Cook shared memories from when he first started out on Tour in the late 70s when celebrities often hosted Tour events like Bing Crosby, Glen Campbell, Jackie Gleason, and Sammy Davis Jr. We hear about his playing partner in the Crosby, James Garner. John then shares stories from his first Masters appearance when he was the reigning US Amateur Champion. He talks about when his invitation arrived in the mail, his first drive up Magnolia Lane, and what it was like staying in the Crow's Nest. We also hear about his near-victory in the 1990 Las Vegas Invitational when his shot from 95 yards flew into the cup and then bounced out taking him from birdie to bogey to lose.

Keith Stewart was a bundle of energy and excitement. We talk about his new newsletter and site, ReadTheLine.com, where his analysis and picks for tournament winners on the PGA & LPGA Tours have been spot on. If you're not signed up for that, you just don't want to win extra money. Keith also talks about the years he spent around Tiger Woods at Isleworth, his favorite Masters memories, Jennifer Kupcho's big win at the Chevron Championship, and being named PGA Professional of the Year by the New Jersey section. Also, if you're into gambling on golf, Keith has been uncanny at picking winners this season. Subscribe to his newsletter at www.readtheline.com

Rob Strano led off by sharing memories of his mentor, 1968 Masters Champion Bob Goalby. We also talked about the transition from persimmon woods and balata golf balls to metal woods and 3 piece golf balls, Rob's thoughts on the Phil Mickelson/Saudi League issue, plus Rob shares a tip from his KISS segment, Keep It Simple Strano.

In this episode of Next on the Tee, I'm talking Masters with Tour Legend John Cook, Top Instructor and the Host of The Golf Kingdom TV show Rob Strano, and the Host of The ProShow Keith Stewart. Rob Strano led off by sharing memories of his mentor, 1968 Masters Champion Bob Goalby. We also talked about the transition from persimmon woods and balata golf balls to metal woods and 3 piece golf balls, Rob's thoughts on the Phil Mickelson/Saudi League issue, plus Rob shares a tip from his KISS segment, Keep It Simple Strano. John Cook shared memories from when he first started out on Tour in the late 70s when celebrities often hosted Tour events like Bing Crosby, Glen Campbell, Jackie Gleason, and Sammy Davis Jr. We hear about his playing partner in the Crosby, James Garner. John then shares stories from his first Masters appearance when he was the reigning US Amateur Champion. He talks about when his invitation arrived in the mail, his first drive up Magnolia Lane, and what it was like staying in the Crow's Nes

Gary Player reflects on: Why he walks up Magnolia Lane instead of driving.His Masters victory in 1974 and his incredible shot on 17 to 6 inches.Why no lead is ever safe in golf.If he felt written off in 1978 when he became the oldest Masters champion at the time.What it was like for him and Jack Nicklaus trying to beat the people's champion Arnold Palmer.Why longevity should be a critical measure in defining the greatest players ever.Jon Rahm thinking Tiger held the record for the most major championships.How great Bobby Locke was.And who he likes in this year's Masters.

In this segment of Next on the Tee, Mark Calcavecchia talks about his victory at the 1989 Open Championship and the clutch shots he hit on the 72nd hole to make birdie to tie Greg Norman at the time and force what ended up being a 3-way playoff which also included Wayne Grady. We also hear about his last victory on the PGA Tour at the 2007 PODs Championship which started with an opening-round 75 and the message he wrote to himself on the bottom of his official scorecard: "I f***ing suck."

Tom Purtzer starts off sharing his thoughts on the Phil Mickelson, Saudi Tour situation. We hear about his win at the 1991 World Series of Golf, memories of playing at The Players Championship, and Pete Dye's desire to pull your attention to where the trouble is. Tom also shares his memories from playing at Augusta National and his near hole-in-one at the 1982 Open Championship.

Rick Fehr rounded out the show. He talks about his junior golf day, why he chose BYU to play his college golf, their 1981 National Championship victory, being low amateur at the 1984 Masters & US Open, his victories at the 1986 BC Open and the 1994 Disney World Classic, where he almost missed his Sunday tee time but regrouped to beat Craig Stadler and Fuzzy Zoeller.

Tom Patri shares his thoughts on Scottie Scheffler's rapid rise to #1. He also touches on the buzz about Tiger showing up at Augusta National, Bryson's recent rash of injuries, and the mindset necessary to be a gamer.

This week PGA Tour Legends Mark Calcavecchia, Tom Purtzer, & Rick Fehr plus Top Instructor Tom Patri join me... Tom Patri shares his thoughts on Scottie Scheffler's rapid rise to #1. He also touches on the buzz about Tiger showing up at Augusta National, Bryson's recent rash of injuries, and the mindset necessary to be a gamer. Tom Purtzer shares his thoughts on the Phil Mickelson/Saudi Tour situation. We hear about his win at the 1991 World Series of Golf, memories of playing at The Players Championship, and Pete Dye's desire to pull your attention to where the trouble is. Tom also shares his memories from playing at Augusta National and his near hole-in-one on the 71st hole at the 1982 Open Championship. Mark Calcavecchia to his victory at the 1989 Open Championship and the clutch shots he hit on the 72nd hole to make birdie to tie Greg Norman at the time and force what ended up being a 3-way playoff that included Wayne Grady. We also hear about his last victory on Tour at the 2007 PODs Championship

John Mahaffey takes us back to his win at the 1986 Players Championship, coming from 4 back down the stretch to win over Larry Mize. We also hear about his run at the 1981 Masters, his experience playing in the 1979 Ryder Cup, and the books he's written, Hogan's Boy and a mystery novel titled, Shafted; both of which you can get on Amazon.

Jim Gallagher Jr. starts off talking about his golf-centric family who was awarded the Jack Nicklaus Golf Family of the Year in 1990. Jim also talks about his college golf days at the University of Tennessee, being inducted into the Tennessee Sports Hall of Fame, his win at the 1993 Tour Championship, when he set the course record at the Olympic Club with an opening-round 63, the inspiring story behind his win at the 1995 St. Jude Classic promising a young leukemia patient that he was going to win it for her, and his experience playing in the 1993 Ryder Cup, when he beat Seve in the Sunday morning singles matches.

Mitch Laurance talks to us about the Pleace Awaken organization and what they are doing through golf to help the people of Ukraine. Please check them out online at www.pleace-awaken.org. If you're asking yourself how can I help the people of Ukraine, Pleace Awaken is providing a path to the Golf Federation of Ukraine, which has been turned into a relief organization.