USGA Green Section Podcast

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The Green Section Podcast spotlights leaders in the turfgrass industry to share their knowledge, expertise and best practices.

  1. 19/06

    Soil Nutrient Testing Do's and Don'ts With Dr. Doug Soldat | EP. 71

    How often should you soil test? What’s the best way to interpret results? Should testing alone guide fertilizer decisions? Dr. Doug Soldat answers these and many other important questions.

    52 min

  2. 15/05

    Caring for a Classic: Superintendent Jon Jennings on Maintaining Shinnecock Hills | EP. 70

    With the 2026 U.S. Open just a few weeks away, Shinnecock Hills superintendent Jon Jennings joins our podcast to talk about maintaining one of the most iconic venues in golf. From managing Poa annua greens in a windy environment to the vast native areas and dramatic bunkers, Jon shares what it takes to produce exceptional playing conditions on a truly unique property. We also talked about the planning and teamwork required to host the U.S. Open, what it’s like working in an area where you are surrounded by great golf courses, and his upcoming retirement after more than 40 years working in golf course maintenance. It’s a packed episode!

    43 min

  3. 17/04

    Chris Tritabaugh on Managing What Matters | EP. 69

    Our new podcast features a conversation with Hazeltine National superintendent Chris Tritabaugh, who joins us to discuss how his approach to golf course maintenance has evolved over time – including his approach to organic matter testing, sand topdressing and fairway irrigation. We also explore the key priorities that guide his day-to-day decision-making, get his thoughts on building a strong team culture and advice for early-career superintendents. From pursuing excellence over perfection to prepping for a busy championship schedule at Hazeltine, it’s a great conversation.

    45 min

  4. 20/03

    Mid Ocean Club's Kenton Brunson on Managing Bermudagrass in Bermuda, Planning Renovations, and More! | EP. 68

    In our latest podcast, Kenton Brunson, director of agronomy at the legendary Mid Ocean Club, joins us to talk about managing bermudagrass in Bermuda and the challenges that come with maintaining a golf course on a small island in the Atlantic. We also cover his experiments with creeping bentgrass greens, upcoming renovations at the course, the strong business mindset he brings to the maintenance department, thoughts on leadership, and much more.

    45 min

  5. 20/02

    Creating the Perfect Pitch for the 2026 FIFA World Cup With Dr. John Sorochan | EP. 67

    Preparing grass playing surfaces for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has taken years of planning, research and coordination across multiple countries and venues. In our latest podcast, we chat with Dr. John Sorochan from the University of Tennessee about all the work behind developing, growing and installing 16 stadium pitches and dozens of training fields across the United States, Canada and Mexico. From grass selection and reinforced fiber systems to sod production and stadium installation, this unprecedented project is not only fascinating, it offers valuable lessons for golf course management.

    59 min

  6. 16/01

    Talking Turf With John Reilly, Director of Agronomy at Longboat Key Club | EP. 66

    In our new episode, the incomparable John Reilly joins us to talk about data collection, social media, his secrets for maintaining smooth and true greens, and much more!

    1 h 5 min

  7. 19/12/2025

    Preventing Winter Injury on Warm-Season Turf With Dr. Mike Richardson | EP. 65

    Warm-season winter injury is a challenge for courses across the transition zone. In this episode, Dr. Mike Richardson explains why it happens, how to prevent it and tips for recovery.

    58 min

  8. 21/11/2025

    Pat Jones on Labor, Learning, Leading and More! | EP. 64

    In our new episode, Pat Jones, a leading voice in the turf industry for 40 years and a staunch advocate for superintendents, discusses the key issues shaping golf course maintenance today.

    39 min
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Sobre

The Green Section Podcast spotlights leaders in the turfgrass industry to share their knowledge, expertise and best practices.

Informação

  • Autoria
    United States Golf Association
  • Anos em atividade
    2021 - 2026
  • Episódios
    72
  • Classificação
    Para todos
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2025 All rights reserved.
  • Site do programa
    USGA Green Section Podcast

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