10 episodes

Player Pursuits brings you insights, entertaining conversations and trending topics that cover the entire spectrum of the golf ecosystem. We dive deep into the sport of golf, including lively interviews with emerging players, business leaders, technology innovators, and more. We have content for anyone with an interest or pursuit in golf.

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    • 5.0 • 9 Ratings

Player Pursuits brings you insights, entertaining conversations and trending topics that cover the entire spectrum of the golf ecosystem. We dive deep into the sport of golf, including lively interviews with emerging players, business leaders, technology innovators, and more. We have content for anyone with an interest or pursuit in golf.

    Episode 9: Masters Preview Pod with Thomas Simmonds

    Episode 9: Masters Preview Pod with Thomas Simmonds

    Masters Preview!

    In this special episode, host Alex Shattuck brings aboard a guest, college teammate Thomas Simmonds, to discuss everything Masters. Alex and Thomas go further and draft lineups and discuss players with a friendly wager for the 2024 edition. It is every golfer’s favorite week of the year, so make sure to get primed with the Player Pursuits Podcast!

    They also make their picks for the Augusta National Women’s Amateur tournament, which is held the week before.

    Will their picks be correct?

    • 1 hr 5 min
    Episode 8: Rob Ohno - Annika Foundation

    Episode 8: Rob Ohno - Annika Foundation

    In this Podcast, Alex Shattuck interviews Rob Ohno, President and CEO, Annika Foundation and a former PGA Tour executive. They discuss Rob's background and journey to the PGA Tour, as well as the mission and initiatives of the Annika Foundation. They also explore the growth of women's golf and the PGA Tour's expansion with feeder tours. Overall, the conversation highlights the importance of developing and empowering young women in golf and providing opportunities for players to pursue their dreams. They discuss how the Annika Foundation supports young women and empowers youth through the game of golf.
    Please go to Annika Foundation to learn more about the initiatives and how you can get involved: https://www.annikafoundation.org/
    Follow Rob Ohno on LI - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-ohno-17984/ 
    Follow your host Alex Shattuck on PPS - https://playerpursuits.com/members/alexshattuck/ 
    Sponsored by Schel Apparel. Get 40% off all Golf Apparel! https://playerpursuits.com/pro-shop/ 

    • 45 min
    Episode 7: Billy Hurley III

    Episode 7: Billy Hurley III

    In this episode, host Alex Shattuck, talks with PGA Tour Winner and former Navy Officer. Billy shares his unique journey from growing up in Northern Virginia to playing professional golf. He discusses his time at the Naval Academy and how it shaped his approach to golf and life. Hurley also talks about his foundation, the BH3 Foundation, which supports military families. He shares his thoughts on the future of the PGA Tour and his own plans going forward.
    Billy Hurley III foundation can be found at https://billyhurley3.com/ - The mission of the Billy Hurley III Foundation is to support, honor, and enhance the lives of military families; serving those who serve along side. Follow Alex at
    https://playerpursuits.com/members/alexshattuck/
    Sponsored by Schel Apparel. Get 40% off all Golf Apparel! https://playerpursuits.com/pro-shop/

    • 36 min
    Episode 6: Parker McLachlin

    Episode 6: Parker McLachlin

    In this episode, host Alex Shattuck, talks to The Short Game Chef, Parker McLachlin. Parker is a former PGA Tour winner who has transitioned to be one of the most sought-after short game coaches in the world. He works with a number of Tour players, but his true passion is modernizing the short game for the amateur golfer and bringing the secrets of Tour players straight to them.
     
    Follow Parker on PlayersPursuits at https://playerpursuits.com/members/parkermclachlin/  or check out The Short Game Chef site at https://www.shortgamechef.com/
    Follow Alex at https://playerpursuits.com/members/alexshattuck/
     
    Sponsored by Schel Apparel.
    Get 40% off all Golf Apparel!
    https://playerpursuits.com/pro-shop/

    • 1 hr 14 min
    Episode 5: Austen Truslow

    Episode 5: Austen Truslow

    In this episode, host Alex Shattuck talks to Tour player Austen Truslow. Austen has played professionally on the Asian, Korn Ferry, and PGA tours. Learn about what it takes to become a tour player, the challenges of staying at the top, and much more. Austen walks through his career from the early days of high school, where he was ranked the #2 junior behind only Scottie Scheffler.
    Sign up for Player Pursuits and follow Austen at: https://playerpursuits.com/members/austentruslowgolf/
    or follow Alex at https://playerpursuits.com/members/alexshattuck/ 
    Sponsored by Schel Apparel. Get 40% off all Golf Apparel! https://playerpursuits.com/pro-shop/

    • 1 hr 9 min
    Implementing a Swing Change with Coach Shattuck

    Implementing a Swing Change with Coach Shattuck

    n this episode, Player Pursuits Podcast host Alex Shattuck details the proper procedure for implementing a technical swing change. It is a process, and most players fail because they skip steps. Go into your 2024 season with the proper understanding of how to improve your golf swing and ultimately shoot lower scores!

    • 22 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
9 Ratings

9 Ratings

SchweizerEins ,

Come for the content, stay for the discounts!

This is a must-listen podcast for elite junior golfers looking to learn about accessing the golf pyramid and also provides great insights for any golfer looking to improve their game.

The 40% discount at Schël is awesome. I love their golf apparel.

Grobenstein ,

Great content

Interesting insights on all types of pursuits in the game of golf. Alex does a great job asking the right questions and keeping the guest engaged.

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