Next On The Tee With Chris Mascaro

On this episode of Next on the Tee I'll be joined by PGA Tour Rules Official Stephen Cox and PGA Tour Champions Pro Donnie Hammond. I met Stephen at the Tour Championship this year. When I asked him what the toughest ruling he ever had to hand out was, he said anything involving Seve Ballesteros. We talked about what it was like dealing with Seve who was also his childhood idol. We also talked about what the life of a PGA Tour Rules Official is like; there's a whole lot more to it than just riding around in a golf cart handing out rulings. He also talked about design changes being made at his home course at TPC Sawgrass in time for next year's Players Championship and a whole lot more. Donnie Hammond and I talked at length about his memories of Arnold Palmer. Donnie lives in Orlando not far from Bay Hill. He told the story of getting his first tournament exemption at Bay Hill in 1983 and being paired with Jack Nicklaus in the 3rd round. In that round he was assessed a 2 stroke penalty for teeing off out of

We remembered Arnold Palmer this week on Next on the Tee. My guests on this episode are: the voice of golf, Peter Kessler and Champions Tour Pro and Pittsburgh native Bob Friend Jr.  Peter Kessler - Peter was there when they launched The Golf Channel back in 1995, a venture that Arnold Palmer was the driving force behind. Peter interviewed Mr. Palmer several times and they became very good friends. He shared some of his favorite stories about Mr. Palmer including when he played with Mr. Palmer in the Bay Hill Shootout and disregarding Mr. Palmer's advice on how the play the 18th and costing them a bet with the other twosome they were playing against. Peter also shared details of the interview he did with Mr. Palmer following the death of his first wife Winnie. We also talked about the Masters, and the Ryder Cup. Bob Friend Jr. - Bob has played on the Web.com, PGA and Champions Tours since 1990. He has 2 professional wins and 26 Top 10 finishes. He is also a member at Oakmont Country Club and played with Mr.

This week on Next on the Tee with Chris Mascaro my guests are: Top 100 Instructor Tom Patri and Deanna Alfredo, food and lifestyle editor at The 19th Hole Magazine. Tom Patri - Tom shared his memories of Arnold Palmer, his thoughts on the Ryder Cup, Phil Mickelson's criticism of recent Ryder Cup captains, and tips for how to chip and putt better. Deanna Alfredo - Hear Deanna talk about some of her favorite places to play golf, her outing with Greg Norman, her experience driving up Magnolia Lane and at Berckmans Place, plus bacon, beer and so much more. Join Chris Mascaro every Saturday at 10:00 AM as he talks with PGA & LPGA Tour legends, today's players, equipment manufacturers, media members and all those impacting the great game of golf on Next on the Tee. Check us out online at www.nextonthetee.net

On this episode of Next on the Tee Chris' guests are former Minnesota Vikings DE turned PGA Tour Rules Official Mark Dusbabek and PGA Professional Chris Czaja. Mark Dusbabek - I talked with Mark about his college football playing days at the University of Minnesota, what it was like being drafted in the 4th round by the Houston Oilers and ultimately going back home to Minnesota to play for the Vikings. We also talked about what led him to become a PGA Rules Official and the toughest call he's had to make regarding a turtle picking up a ball and dragging it into the water. Chris Czaja - Chris is Golf Channel Instructor and PGA of American Teacher of the Year for South Florida, South East Chapter of the PGA of America. I talked with Chris about what it's like going from teacher on the driving range to teaching in front of TV cameras. We also talked about his experience dealing with TV production, some of his favorite instructional tips and if he could give Tiger Woods advice during his comeback, what would it

Next on the Tee with Chris Mascaro this week are: PGA Pressional and the Founder of the Salute Military Golf Association, Jim Estes and LPGA Pro and PGA Tour Broadcaster Maureen Madill. Jim Estes - I'll get an update from Jim on all the great things the Salute Military Golf Association is doing to help our wounded veterans learn or re-learn how to play golf. We'll also talk about his experience playing in the SR. PGA Championship at the French Lick Resort and the upcoming Ryder Cup. Maureen Madill - Hear Maureen sharing her stories about inning the 1979 British Ladies Amateur Championship and the British Ladies Amateur Stroke Play Championship. She also talked about her experience playing on and coaching the Curtis Cup team, what it's like broadcasting from inside the ropes on the PGA Tour and how how the American team and the PGA is over thinking the Ryder Cup.

Next on the Tee with Chris Mascaro this week are: Scott White, CEO of Ben Hogan Golf and LPGA Professional Cindy Miller. Scott White - I talked with Scott about his tme with Callaway Golf, TaylorMade Adidas and how throughout his career Ben Hogan Golf has kept resurfacing. He's now the President and CEO of the company. We also talked about their new iron sets and their online fitting process. Cindy Miller - I talked with Cindy about being a part of a very successful golf family. Her husband Allen was one of the top players in the 1970s, having had 18 Top 10 finishes. He finished tied for 15th in the 1975 Masters and his opening round 68 had him in 2nd place after the 1st round. I talked with her about her 2 appearances on the Golf Channel's 'The Big Break", her expereinces playing out on the LPGA Legends Tour and some tips she has to help improve our scores.

This week Next on the Tee with Chris Mascaro my guest is Jason Finley, Global Director of Product Strategy for Wood & Golf Balls for Callaway Golf. I'll talk with Jason about the success of the Chrome Soft golf balls, their XR irons and woods series plus what new technologies are on the horizon. Join Chris Mascaro every Saturday starting at 10:00 AM Eastern Time as he talks with PGA & LPGA Tour legends, pros and, top instructors. We believe they have great stories, insights and tips to share that you'll enjoy hearing. We hope you'll join us every week and interact with us online at www.nextonthetee.net and on our Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/nextonthetee/?fref=ts

This week Next on the Tee with Chris Mascaro are: PGA Professional Christian Sheehan and Trackman Master Professional Andy Traynor. Chris Sheehan:. I talked with Chris about his thoughts on Olympic golf, playing the right tees and the Tee If Forward programs plus we get his review of PXG golf clubs. Andy Traynor: Andy talked about the information and data that Trackman can provide and how it can help improve our games. We also talked about some of the mistakes he consistently see we amateurs make, how to hit better fairway bunker shots, and read greens better.  

This week my guest on Next on the Tee with Chris Mascaro is: Actor turned ESPN Radio Broadcaster Matthew Laurance. Matthew Laurance - I talked with Matthew about his acting days particular his role as bass player Sal Amato in the cult classic Eddie and The Cruisers. We'll also talk about the celebrity tournaments he's played in over the years, some of his favority celebrity playing partners, which actor rendered him speechless when they met, his favorite playinig venues, where he played a round of golf if the golf gods plopped him down anywhere on the planet, his dream foursome and his current role with ESPN Radio EPSN Radio 1300 WXLG up in Lexington, Kentucky.  

Next on the Tee with Chris Mascaro this week are: Top golf equipment designer Jesse Ortiz and Head Golf Professional at the Navy Golf Course at Seal Beach, Joe Grohman. Jesse Ortiz: Jesse started making clubs back in 1968 and was instrumental in growing the Orlimar Golf Company from a $3M into a $100M business thanks to his trimetal…low profile designed metal woods which are regarded among the most innovative ever introduced into the golf industry. He now designs clubs for the Bobby Jones brand and his drivers, fairway woods and utility clubs have received heavy acclaim in Golf Digest and have been on their Hot List starting in 2006. Jesse talked about his father Lou and how they grew the company from it's beginnings in a horse stable in San Francisco making persimmon woods that would be played by Johnny Miller, Tony Lema and Ken Venturi, into his tri metal, low profile clubs that revolutionized the game. Joe Grohman: Joe has been the Head Golf Professional at the Navy Golf Course at Seal Beach in Cypress,

This week Next on the Tee with Chris Mascaro are Top Instructors: Kellie Stenzel & Debbie O'Connell. Kellie Stenzel has been named a Top 100 Teacher in America by Golf Magazine, a Top 50 Best Women Teachers in America by Golf Digest and Golf For Women magazine has named her one of their Top 50 Instructors as well. Kellie has authored several books including: "The Women's Guide to Golf", The Women's Guide to Consistent Golf", The Women's Guide to Lower Scores", and "Golf Magazine's Big Book of Basics." To put the icing on the cake, Golf Magazine named her one of the Most Beautiful Women in Golf. Debbie O'Connell is also a Top 100 Instructor according to Golf Magazine and a Top 50 Best Women Teachers. She is also becoming a regular on The Golf Channel, sharing tips on the short game plus how to remain positive out on the course. She is also the Founder of Golf Positive, which is also the name of her featured channel on Audible.com. You can stream her instructional tips right from your smartphone via Audib

Next on the Tee with Chris Mascaro this week are: North American Product Manager for ECCO Golf Shoes Tom Dixon, Top 100 Club Fitter Scott Felix and the Director of Golf at Bulle Rock Golf Club, Rick Rounsaville. Tom Dixon - Tom is the North American Product Manager for ECCO Golf & Sports Shoes. I talked with Tom about their ECCO Cage, Hybrid and other styles of golf shoes. We also talked about their commemorative edition shoe to honor Fred Couples' 1992 Masters victory. Scott Felix - This is Scott's third visit on the show. He is one of the Top 100 Club Fitters according to Golf Magazine. Scott will take us down the golf club, from the grip to the shaft to the club head. We'll talk about what the right type of grip, shaft and club face is best based on different swing speeds and skill level. Rick Rounsaville - Rick is the Director of Golf for Bulle Rock Golf Club in Maryland. Bulle Rock was the site of the LPGA Championship for several years.I talked to Rick about the course layout, what it was like wa

Next on the Tee with me this week is the CEO of Jones Global Sports and the Bobby Jones Company, Andy Bell.  I talked with Andy about his time at the University of North Texas and how he went from there to being the Director of Sales at Ralph Lauren. In the mid 2000's he left Ralph Lauren and he and his brother launched their own high end clothing company called House of Carrington after they found a long lost family journal from Andy's wife's Grandmother. He shared that story. Today he is the CEO revitalizing the Bobby Jones brand. Andy said there are some exciting changes coming up soon for the Bobby Jones golf course in Atlanta including a new golf facility that Georgia State University will also have access to. A land deal has been approved by both the City of Atlanta and the State of Georgia. We'll hear his vision and plans for the brands and what might be coming up soon.

This week on Next on the Tee with Chris Mascaro my guests will be: Eric Johnson, the Director of Instruction at Oakmont Country Club, Russ Holden the Founder & CEO of Caddy for Cure and Matt Corey, the Chief Marketing Officer for the PgA Tour SuperStore. Eric Johnson - I'll talk with Eric about the first 2 rounds of the US Open, the condition of course and what he expects to see during rounds 3 & 4. Russ Holden - I'll talk with Russ about the mission for Caddy For A Cure, what inspired him to start up the organization, the charities they support and the events they are a part of. Matt Corey - I'll talk with Matt about the importance of getting fit for your clubs and the great free fitting service that the PGA Tour SuperStore offers. We'll also talk about new store openings, new technology on the horizon and some great Father's Day gift ideas.

This week on Next on the Tee with Chris Mascaro my guests are Champions Tour Pro Bob Friend Jr., and the Head of Marketing for Vice Golf, Helge Meyer. Bob Friend Jr. - Bob is playing the Senior Players Championship. I'll talk with him about his opening 2 rounds, his 3rd round pairing with fellow Pittsburgher Rocco Mediate and we'll look ahead to the US Open next week at Oakmont. Helge Meyer - I'll talk to Helge about his runner-up finish in the German Championship, what inspired them to start Vice Golf and to get into the very competitive golf ball business. We'll also talk about their strategy to compete with Titleist, Callaway, TaylorMade, Srixon and the other big golf ball manufacturers, what it meant to them to make Golf Digest's Hot List the last 2 years plus what may be next for them.

On this episode of Next on the Tee with Chris Mascaro hear former NHL star and Celebrity Tour Champion Dan Quinn and the Founder and CEO of Frogger Golf Jeremiah Bohannon. I talked with Dan about his time caddying for Ernie Els particularly during Ernie's victory at the 1994 US Open at Oakmont and at The Masters. Dan also shared the story about the day he upstaged Ernie when he was more sought after by reporters than Ernie at the Canadian Open. I also got his thoughts on the Penguins run to the Stanley Cup. Jeremiah shared the story about how he founded Frogger Golf and what the ah ha moment was for him that he could make better products than were already out on the market. We also talked about their "Catch Latch" technology, the innovations they've made to the golf bag and the challenges of building a brand in the super competitive golf industry.

Next on the Tee with Chris Mascaro this week are: PGA Tour Pro and Sirius/XM PGA Channel Analyst Paul Stankowski, and 2003 PGA Champion Shaun Micheel. Paul Stankowski - Hear Paul talk about his recent heart attack that came on at age 46, what happened leading up to it, how doctors attended to him and how he's dealing with it going forward. We also looked ahead to the US Open and whether we'll see him playing on the Champions Tour in a few years. Shaun Micheel - Shaun too had a heart attack a couple years ago. We talked about his warning signs and recovery. We also talked about his upcoming start in the Fedex St. Jude's Classic in June and more about his memories from winning the 2003 PGA Championship at Oak Hill. Join Chris Mascaro every Saturday at 10:00 AM as he talks with PGA & LPGA Tour pros, legends, top instructors, equipment manufacturers, media members and all those impacting the great game of golf. Hear them all sharing their stories on Next on the Tee.

This week my guests on Next on the Tee with Chris Mascaro are: Top 100 Instructor Tom Patri and Eli Miller, Product Manager for Cleveland Golf and the Srixon Brand. Tom Patri - I talked with Tom about why today's Pros don't own their own swings their swing coaches do. I also got his thoughts on golf's return to the Olympics, this week's National Golf Day, and his thoughts on the upcoming US Open at Oakmont. Eli Miller - Eli took us inside their Z-Star golf balls, their new Z355, Z545 & Z745 irons and drivers, plus we what new technology is coming up on the horizon for Srixon golf. Join Chris Mascaro every Saturday at 10:00 AM as he talks with PGA & LPGA Tour legends, today's players, equipment manufacturers, media members and all those impacting the great game of golf on Next on the Tee.

This week on Next on the Tee with Chris Mascaro my guests are: Steve Mona, CEO of the World Golf Foundation and annually listed amoung the Most Powerful People in Golf and PGA Tour Pro Kenny Knox.  Steve Mona - I'll be talking with Steve about this year's National Golf Day coming on Wednesday, May 18th, plus we'll get an update on the national economic impact that the game of golf has, and the charitable impact is has as well. Kenny Knox - I'll talk with Kenny about what's new with his wedge and putter lines, his plans are for the 2016 season and his memories of playing in the Player's Championship and the 4 majors. Join Chris Mascaro every Saturday at 10:00 AM as he talks with PGA & LPGA Tour legends, today's players, equipment manufacturers, media members and all those impacting the great game of golf on Next on the Tee.

On this episode of Next on the Tee with Chris Mascaro hear Mike Landry, teaching professional at Manhattan Beach Marriott Golf Club and Eric Johnson Top 100 Instructor and the Director of Instruction at Oakmont Country Club.  Mike Landry - I'll be talking with Mike about the life of a PGA Professional and some of the mistakes that he finds consistent that amateurs all make and after conducting nearly 8,000 lessons over the last 5 years what he does to make teaching and learning the game of golf fun. Eric Johnson - Eric is a Top 100 Instructor as well as the Director of Instruction at Oakmont Country Club. I'll talk with Eric about the preparation going on for the US Open. We'll see if players are already coming in to play practice rounds and what words of advice would he give them about how to be sucessful playing Oakmont during US Open conditions. Join Chris Mascaro every Saturday at 10:00 AM as he talks with PGA & LPGA Tour pros, legends, top instructors, equipment manufacturers, media members and al