Course Language

Course Language Podcast
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Course Language – what happens on course, plays on Course Language. Join sports commentator and broadcaster Sam Hargreaves, alongside professional golfer and PGA Australasian Tour winner Ryan Lynch, as they dive into the world of golf—on and off the fairway. From weekly tour storylines to player insights, debates, and Confessionals, this is your new home for everything golf. Proudly powered by Callaway Golf.

  1. 4 DAYS AGO

    Episode 28 — The Callaway Quantum Launch, Pace of Play & Conceding A Playoff

    Sammy and Lynchy kick things off by recapping a big week on the road, with Sammy up at Cobram Barooga for the PGA event broadcasting with SEN, and the lads also heading along to an epic night with Callaway for the launch of the new Quantum range at Morack Driving Range. At (7:13), the guys discuss Augusta National Chairman Fred Ridley’s comments on pace of play and what it could mean for the game. At (14:00), they unpack Hideki Matsuyama’s comments questioning the idea of Brooks Koepka returning to the PGA Tour. At (21:57), it’s Around the Grounds, starting with the Webex Players Series Murray River, played in honour of Jarrod Lyle. At (33:38), the lads touch on Justin Rose’s dominant win on the PGA Tour, before heading to the DP World Tour in Bahrain and breaking down a bizarre playoff at (36:45). At (42:14), The Scramble returns, with Lynchy putting Sammy on the spot — who’s more likely to win a major this year, Brooks Koepka or Justin Rose? At (46:56), a couple of hilarious Mulligans are handed out, before Sammy closes the show with a fresh Course Language Confessional that only just happened over the weekend at (48:22). Proudly brought to you by Callaway.

    52 min

  2. 26 JAN

    Episode 27 — Scottie Hits $100M, WebEx at Rosebud & Who Had A Better Career, Peter Thompson Or Greg Norman?

    Sammy and Lynchy kick things off Around the Grounds as Scottie Scheffler does it again on the PGA Tour, notching another win and eclipsing the $100 million prize money mark, with a nod to impressive young gun Blades Brown who joined him in the final group (3:18). The lads then turn their attention to Patrick Reed’s win at the Hero Dubai Desert Challenge (17:16), before Sam drops a crazy Tiger Woods fact linked to the Dubai Desert Classic (23:14). Back home, we break down the PGA Tour of Australasia action as Brendan Doull claims victory at the Webex Players Series in Rosebud (24:14), and joins Lynchy for a quick chat following his win (32:41). Two Mulligans are handed out — one to Keith Mitchell for some bizarre bunker play, and another to a surprise recipient (37:54). In this week’s Scramble, the boys debate a classic: who was the better golfer — Greg Norman or Peter Thompson? (42:18). We round things out with a preview of the next Webex Players Series event at Cobram Barooga, played in memory of Jarrod Lyle (50:40), before closing the show with a short but very funny Course Language Confessional from Bec Judd (57:05). All thanks to Callaway.

    59 min

  3. 20 JAN

    Episode 26: LIV Moves, Big Wins & Would You Rather Chase or Lead a Final Round?

    Sammy and Lynchy kick off the show with a quick update on the Brooks Koepka news that dropped moments after last week’s episode went live. At (12:28), the boys dive into Elvis Smylie’s decision to join LIV Golf and break down the newly formed Ripper GC lineup (15:21). At (21:48), it’s Around The Grounds, starting close to home with the Vic Open where Cam John prevailed in a playoff over Nathan Barbieri, before heading overseas to the DP World Tour with the Dubai Invitational (35:06), won by Nacho Elvira, and the PGA Tour where Chris Gotterup claimed the Sony Open. At (40:10), it’s time for this week’s Scramble — would you rather be carrying a lead into the final round, or chasing from behind with nothing to lose? At (47:26), the guys unpack the exciting release of Callaway’s new Quantum driver, before Lynchy delivers another Course Language Confessional at (51:59) involving a pro who will remain nameless but make us laugh. At (55:18), the boys look ahead to the upcoming Webex Players Series at Rosebud, before closing out the show by congratulating Q from our friends at The Tee It Up Podcast on becoming a tour-winning caddie! All thanks to Callaway.

    1 hr

  4. 12 JAN

    Episode 25 - We're Back! LIV News, Webex Breakdown & Should Vijay Be Back on the PGA Tour?

    Course Language returns for Season 2 and the boys waste no time getting stuck in. At (6:40) Sam gives an honest update on his golf after falling short of his goal to reach single figures by the end of last year. At (11:09) we catch up on the biggest golf news missed over the break, starting with Brooks Koepka’s reported desire to leave LIV in a bid to return to the PGA Tour, plus an update on who else could be heading to LIV (19:22). At (25:02) Lynchy floats an idea that could help LIV gain eligibility for Official World Golf Ranking points, before the guys touch on the remarkable effort of Anthony Kim qualifying his way back onto the LIV Tour (27:32). At (31:22) it’s Around the Grounds, covering the Master of the Amateurs and the Webex Players Series played at home this week, with Lynchy also catching up with Webex Players Series winner Connor McKinney (39:45). At (45:29) the boys preview the upcoming Vic Open, before kicking off the first Scramble of the year at (55:36): Should Vijay Singh be allowed to re-enter the PGA Tour? At (1:04:00) the team runs through Callaway’s new top-of-the-range golf balls, landing in store on 30 January, and at (1:08:40) Sam and Lynchy finish the show by making some predictions for the world of golf in 2026. Proudly brought to you by Callaway.

    1h 25m

  5. 26/12/2025

    Special Episode — Mick Fanning Joins Us For A Quick 9

    In this short special episode of Course Language, Sammy catches up with three-time World Surfing Champion Mick Fanning for a brief Quick 9 chat at Yarra Yarra Golf Club, recorded during the Mick Fanning Charity Golf Day. Mick shares a snapshot of his golfing life, how he fits the game in around everything else, and a few quick thoughts from the fairways.

    7 min

  6. 15/12/2025

    Episode 24 - Marc Leishman, his coach Denis McDade & The Vic PGA Wrap

    At (5:08), Sammy and Lynchy go Around the Grounds, starting with a wrap of the Cathedral Invitational. At (7:33), the boys briefly revisit the Australian Open, with Lynchy offering a fresh perspective that helps ease the sting after an emotional week for Cam Smith, before diving into Marc Leishman’s outstanding victory at the Vic PGA Championship at Moonah Links (11:26). At (23:25), we hear from Leish himself following the win. At (30:15), a couple of Mulligans are handed out — including one to someone sitting in the studio. At (33:20), the lads are joined by Marc Leishman’s long-time coach of 25 years, Denis McDade, who shares the joy of seeing Marc lift the trophy, having his son Connor in contention, and opens up on his coaching philosophy (38:05). At (51:09), Denis explains how Marc has managed to stay at the highest level for so long, winning on every tour he’s competed on, before the conversation turns to Marc’s decision to join LIV Golf (54:56). At (1:07:05), Sammy and Lynchy tackle this week’s Scramble debate: should shorts be allowed in all forms of tournament golf? To close out the episode — and the year — at (1:13:38), the guys finish with a Course Language Confessional involving Christmas and the Stonehaven Cup.   Proudly brought to you by Callaway.

    1h 21m

  7. 08/12/2025

    Episode 23 — The Australian Open Mega Wrap Up

    Sammy and Lynchy kick off the show reflecting on the emotion and drama of yesterday’s unforgettable Australian Open finish — and why this year’s championship felt truly special. At (11:20), Sam shares Rory McIlroy’s glowing on-course feedback about the atmosphere at Royal Melbourne, before the boys dive into who battled with the course at (13:38), including one player in particular. They also discuss whether players’ views of RM evolved as the week unfolded (22:19). At (25:25), the lads break down the incredible crowds and global reach of this year’s event, how our numbers stack up against major tournaments overseas, and what made Royal Melbourne such a standout venue. At (33:35), we head Around the Grounds to dissect the thrilling finishes across the tournament — especially the fireworks on 17 and 18. Finally, at (48:00), Sam paints a vivid picture of being on the 18th green as Cam and Rasmus went shot-for-shot, and the gut-punch silence that fell when it all came to an end. A massive week. A special tournament. A wrap you don’t want to miss. Proudly brought to you by Callaway Golf Music Credits: Keys of Moon

    1h 5m

  8. 06/12/2025

    Special Interview with David Evans (Cathedral Golf Club)

    In this special episode, Sam sits down with David Evans to explore the remarkable story behind Cathedral Golf Club. David shares how the vision for Cathedral first took shape, the unique landscape carved into the Cathedral mountains, and the passion that brought one of Australia’s most exclusive and breathtaking courses to life. They also look ahead to the upcoming Cathedral Invitational, discussing its growth, the special players who take part, and what makes the event—and the venue—so extraordinary. A rare insight into a world-class golf destination, told by the man who built it. Proudly brought to you by Callaway.

    26 min
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Course Language – what happens on course, plays on Course Language. Join sports commentator and broadcaster Sam Hargreaves, alongside professional golfer and PGA Australasian Tour winner Ryan Lynch, as they dive into the world of golf—on and off the fairway. From weekly tour storylines to player insights, debates, and Confessionals, this is your new home for everything golf. Proudly powered by Callaway Golf.

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  • Creator
    Course Language Podcast
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    38
  • Rating
    Explicit
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