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The Driven Golf Podcast, hosted by Jim Colton, is designed to inspire and assist golfers of all levels. With a focus on "driving" passion and dedication in the game, the podcast features a variety of guests including PGA Tour coaches, professional golfers, and golf industry insiders who discuss topics ranging from career paths in golf to practical tips for improving one's game. Each episode includes an Angle of Attack segment with PGA professional Andrew Lewis, designed to help young golfers and parents navigated the competitive golf landscape.
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19 - Thomas Trinchitella on Life as a Hall of Fame Caddie at Pinehurst
In this episode of the Driven Golf Podcast, Jim and Joseph are joined by Hall of Fame caddie, Thomas Trinchitella (@ThomasAtNo2), known for his deep insights and long tenure at Pinehurst. Trinchitella shares stories from his career, including his experiences caddying for golf greats like Tiger Woods and Rory McIlroy.
Trinchitella discusses the unique aspects of Pinehurst, its history, and its preparation for the upcoming U.S. Open. He provides a detailed analysis of the course's conditions and the strategic challenges players are likely to encounter later this month. The conversation also covers the recent renovations at Pinehurst and how they will influence play during the U.S. Open.
In the "Angle of Attack" segment, Jim and Andrew dive into strategies for lowering scores for those in the 76 range trying to get to 74. They discuss the technical shortfalls in par 3 scoring, chipping and lag putting that are the three largest contributors to making bogeys in this scoring range.
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Resources:
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Guest: Thomas Trinchitella (@ThomasAtNo2)
Hosts: Jim Colton (@jcolton31), Joseph Kay (@joseph_kay), Andrew Lewis (@andrewlewisgolf)
Producer: Joseph Kay
Music by: DG Beat Labs (@dgbeatlab on Instagram)
Also mentioned in this episode:
- Support the Hike at East Potomac, June 10th: https://www.nationallinkstrust.org/the-hike
- Check out the Dye Junior Invitational: https://www.dyejuniorinvitational.com/ -
18 - Ryan Frazer on Agora Golf and What to Expect on June 15th
In this episode of the Driven Golf Podcast, host Jim Colton welcomes Ryan Frazer from Agora Golf (Twitter: @AgoraGolf). Frazer provides a valuable data service to college coaches and assistants and provides advice to parents and juniors looking to navigate the junior golf landscape and the recruiting process.
Frazer delves into the importance of starting early in the recruiting process and being proactive. He emphasizes the significance of June 15th for rising juniors, as college coaches begin to reach out to potential recruits. Frazer also highlights the role of junior golf tournaments and the impact of rankings like the Junior Golf Scoreboard (JGS) and Rolex Rankings in the recruitment process.
In the "Angle of Attack" segment (1:13:30), Andrew and Jim discuss how to overcome the mental and skill hurdles that can sometimes prevent a golfer from going deep under par, while discussing the juniors and amateurs that have been finding success on professional tours lately.
The Driven Golf Podcast is brought to you by FlagBag Golf Company and StrackaLine yardage books. Use code 'DRIVEN' to receive 20% off your StrackaLine yardage book order or mention 'Driven Golf' when ordering a Flag Bag golf bag to receive a free custom headcover with your order of one of their golf bags.
@flagbaggolf on Instagram
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Engage with hosts and followers on the Driven Golf Podcast Group on Facebook. Subscribe to the Driven Golf Analytics YouTube channel for more content: Driven Golf Analytics YouTube Channel.
Resources:
Guest: Ryan Frazer (@AgoraGolf on Twitter)
Host: Jim Colton (@jcolton31 on Instagram) & Andrew Lewis (@andrewlewisgolf on Instagram; @alewisgolf on YouTube)
Producer: Joseph Kay (@joseph_kay on Instagram)
Music by: DG Beat Labs (@dgbeatlab on Instagram)
Tune in to hear how Ryan Frazer's innovative approach is changing the game for young golfers and setting them on the path to success. -
17 - Brentley Romine on Covering the College and Amateur Game
Brentley Romine joins Jim to discuss his career covering primarily the college and amateur game for Golf Channel and NBC Sports. Brentley discusses the growing interest in both men's and women's amateur golf, and how that growth was jeopardized after the NCAA season got off to a bumpy start with the failed transition to Spikemark for live scoring and rankings. The NCAA regionals are set and the season wraps up later this month with a new host site, Omni La Costa in Southern California.
In Angle of Attack (1:21:55), Andrew and Jim discuss 'qualifier season' and how a qualifier mindset differs from normal tournament mindset and strategy.
The Driven Golf Podcast is brought to you by FlagBag Golf Company and StrackaLine yardage books.
@flagbaggolf on Instagram
https://flagbaggolfco.com/
Mention 'Driven Golf' to receive a free custom headcover with any order of a golf bag.
https://strackaline.com/
Enter code 'DRIVEN' to receive 20% off your StrackaLine Yardage Books & Greens Guides.
Engage with hosts and followers on the Driven Golf Podcast Group on Facebook.
Subscribe to the Driven Golf Analytics YouTube channel for more content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw8EZuxfLOC4X3v7yzNz2Ow
Resources:
Guest: Brentley Romine (@brentleyromine on Instagram; @BrentleyGC on Twitter
Andrew Lewis Golf: @andrewlewisgolf on Instagram
@drivengolfanalytics on Instagram; @golfdriven on Twitter
Host: Jim Colton (@jcolton31)
Producer: Joseph Kay (@joseph_kay)
Music by: DG Beat Labs (@dgbeatlab) -
16 - Steve "Pepsi" Hale on Life as a Tour Caddie
Steve 'Pepsi' Hale joins Jim to discuss his long career as a caddie on the PGA Tour and Korn Ferry tour. You may know Pepsi as the caddie who was on Keegan Bradley's bag for the 2011 PGA Championship at Atlanta Athletic Club. Or may you know Pepsi as the caddie who got into it with Miguel Angel Jimenez at the 2015 World Match Play. These are just a few of the stories that we get into in this episode.
In Angle of Attack (1:14:45), Andrew and Jim continue their discussion on the differentiating factors between shooting 78 vs. 76. In this episode, we discuss how a twist on scramble format can help reveal flaws in your game.
The Driven Golf Podcast is brought to you by FlagBag Golf Company and StrackaLine yardage books.
@flagbaggolf on Instagram
https://flagbaggolfco.com/
Mention 'Driven Golf' to receive a free custom headcover with any order of a golf bag.
https://strackaline.com/
Enter code 'DRIVEN' to receive 20% off your StrackaLine Yardage Books & Greens Guides.
Engage with hosts and followers on the Driven Golf Podcast Group on Facebook.
Subscribe to the Driven Golf Analytics YouTube channel for more content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw8EZuxfLOC4X3v7yzNz2Ow
Resources:
Guest: Steve 'Pepsi' Hale
Andrew Lewis Golf: @andrewlewisgolf on Instagram
@drivengolfanalytics on Instagram; @golfdriven on Twitter
Host: Jim Colton (@jcolton31)
Producer: Joseph Kay (@joseph_kay)
Music by: DG Beat Labs (@dgbeatlab) -
15 - Raul Pereda on Q-School and Life as a PGA Tour Rookie
PGA Tour rookie Raul Pereda joins Andrew to discuss his journey from the Latin America tour to getting one of the five coveted PGA Tour cards at Qualifying School last fall. Raul shares his experience navigating the stages of Q School and the critical shots in the final round that helped him secure his PGA Tour card for 2024. Raul talks about adapting to life and the competition of the PGA tour, from equipment changes to rounding out his skillset to compete against the best players in the world. Finally, Raul emphasizes the need to develop a love for the game and resilience, especially for junior golfers looking to follow in his footsteps.
In Angle of Attack (1:21:00), Andrew and Jim continue their discussion on the differentiating factors between shooting 78 vs. 76. In this episode, they discuss driving distance and some of the recommended tools and tactics for gaining club head speed and ball speed.
The Driven Golf Podcast is brought to you by FlagBag Golf Company and StrackaLine yardage books.
@flagbaggolf on Instagram
https://flagbaggolfco.com/
Mention 'Driven Golf' to receive a free custom headcover with any order of a golf bag.
https://strackaline.com/
Enter code 'DRIVEN' to receive 20% off your StrackaLine Yardage Books & Greens Guides.
Engage with hosts and followers on the Driven Golf Podcast Group on Facebook.
Subscribe to the Driven Golf Analytics YouTube channel for more content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw8EZuxfLOC4X3v7yzNz2Ow
Resources:
Guest: Raul Pereda (@raulpdlh)
Andrew Lewis Golf: @andrewlewisgolf on Instagram
@drivengolfanalytics on Instagram; @golfdriven on Twitter
Host: Jim Colton (@jcolton31)
Producer: Joseph Kay (@joseph_kay)
Music by: DG Beat Labs (@dgbeatlab)
Special Thanks: (@golfcoachus) -
14 - Andy Johnson on Fried Egg Golf and Leaps of Faith
Andy Johnson, the founder of Fried Egg Golf and Shotgun Start podcasts, discusses his journey in the golf industry and the leaps of faith he has made in following his passion fo the game and the impact that has made in the golf media landscape. In this conversation, Jim and Andy chat about how Fried Egg Golf has made golf course architecture accessible for a wider audience. The conversation touches on recent trends in golf course architecture, the potential for a Tom Doak-designed championship course and the memorable round Andy had last year at Augusta National after the Masters.
In Angle of Attack, Andrew and Jim continue their series designed to help junior golfers (and really any golfer) bring down their scoring average over time. In this episode, they focus on the short-range putting and chipping skills that are often the difference a golfer shooting 78 and 76.
The Driven Golf Podcast is brought to you by FlagBag Golf Company and StrackaLine yardage books.
@flagbaggolf on Instagram
https://flagbaggolfco.com/
Mention 'Driven Golf' to receive a free custom headcover with any order of a golf bag.
https://strackaline.com/
Enter code 'DRIVEN' to receive 20% off your StrackaLine Yardage Books & Greens Guides.
Engage with hosts and followers on the Driven Golf Podcast Group on Facebook.
Subscribe to the Driven Golf Analytics YouTube channel for more content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCw8EZuxfLOC4X3v7yzNz2Ow
Resources:
Guest: Andy Johnson (@andy_tfe; @fried_egg_golf)
Fried Egg Golf: https://thefriedegg.com/
Eggsplorations Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7ofgd6IY3vbe89c3rrABjU?si=0bfaa4b45a5f4f79
Charles Schwab The Challengers Segment: https://content.schwab.com/web/retail/public/corporatesponsorships/challengers-video-johnson.html
Andrew Lewis Golf: @andrewlewisgolf on Instagram
@drivengolfanalytics on Instagram; @golfdriven on Twitter
Host: Jim Colton (@jcolton31)
Producer: Joseph Kay (@joseph_kay)
Music by: DG Beat Labs (@dgbeatlab)