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Rachel Kuehn discusses her experiences in the Curtis Cup, winning a national title, and personal growth as a golfer. She shares her pinch-me moments and the unique dynamics of playing in the Curtis Cup on home soil and away matches. 

Rachel also talks about the importance of team bonding and the motivation to defend their national title. She reflects on her own growth as a golfer and offers advice to her younger self. 
Also, Rachel discusses the impact of the Augusta National Women's Amateur and her mental preparation for the ANWA. We dive into her favorite and nerve-wracking shots at Augusta National. She discusses sharpening her long game and the influence of her competitive family. Lastly, she reflects on her experience being on the Netflix show 'Full Swing.'


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Joe Hodge, the Director of Golf at Palma Ceia Country Club, discusses his background and history at Palma Ceia, including winning club championships and playing in the US Open in 1978. 
He talks about the appeal of the Gasparilla tournament and the unique aspects of the event, such as the open qualifier and member involvement. Joe also shares insights into the challenges and scoring trends of the Palma Ceia golf course. The Gasparilla is one of the most popular events on the Mid-Amateur calendar year in and year out.
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In this episode, Sean and Jordan discuss recent news in amateur golf, including Nick Dunlap and Caleb Surratt turning pro. They analyze Dunlap's decision and his impressive amateur career. They also discuss Surratt's move to LIV Golf and the valuation of amateur golfers. 
Then they review recent amateur golf events, including the Latin American Amateur Championship and some college results. They also preview the Masters invites for amateurs and discuss the potential impact on their careers. 
The episode concludes with a discussion on women's college golf and the upcoming Curtis Cup. 
The pod wraps up with a Player Impact Program (PIP) draft, predicting future PIP stars, the importance of personality and marketability, the impact of COVID-19 on amateur golf, and the rise of Ludwig Aberg.
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Scott Langley, Senior Director of Player Relations at the USGA, discusses his golf experience, journey to the PGA Tour, and his current role at the USGA. He shares insights into course setup for the US Open and the importance of player feedback. Scott also highlights the US National Development Program and the efforts to unify and improve junior golf in the United States. The conversation covers various topics related to golf, including the US Open, development programs, national teams, and the performance of American golf. The guest emphasizes the importance of investing in American golf and hopes to see success at the highest levels of the game, including international competitions like the Ryder Cup.


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David McLay-Kidd discusses his experience returning to golf courses he has previously designed, the process of refining and improving courses, and the importance of balancing challenge and playability. 
He also talks about the design considerations for different handicaps and the role of roll and drama in golf. David shares insights into his current project, Loraloma in Austin, Texas, and the challenges and opportunities of working with space and constraints. 
He also discusses the use of a basketball to test slopes and reflects on the impact of Bandin Dunes on his career. 
In addition, he shares his experience designing the first course at Bandon Dunes and how it might have marked the rebirth of links golf in America. Kidd emphasizes the importance of designing courses based on personal experience and the challenges in golf course architecture. He also highlights the need for fun and playability in golf courses and the resurgence of golf architecture. Kidd discusses the impact of building the best golf and the unique design of Macrahanish Dunes. He concludes by reflecting on the beauty of the Mull of Kintyre in his homeland of Scotland.
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Jordan Perez joins Sean as they recap the year in amateur golf. They each brought five stories from the year and discussed their impact.
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