The Pull Hook

Matt Cook
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Stories from golfers who chased the dream and didn't make it. Mini-tour dropouts, Q-School heartbreak, college stars who chose different paths, and Tour players who walked away. Hosted by Matt Cook — a mini-tour dropout himself — each episode is a deep conversation about the dream, the reckoning, and what gets built after the card is gone. Nobody in golf media is telling these stories. We are.

  1. Introduction to The Pull Hook

    1月21日

    Introduction to The Pull Hook

    Matt Cook reflects on his high school sports achievements and the defining pull hook moment that inspired the podcast's name. He outlines the evolution and purpose of Pull Hook Golf, highlighting past interviews with golfers Marty Sanchez, Terrence Daniels, and Christian Heavens. The episode delves into the meaning behind the podcast logo and a pivotal moment in Matt's life. He shares personal struggles and experiences with Bufo Alvarius, drawing parallels between golf and life's challenges. Acknowledgments go to sponsors Stark Health, Devereux Golf, and WMP Eyewear. The episode concludes with a preview of upcoming topics and guest stories.

    23 分钟
  2. Welcome to The Pull Hook

    1月17日

    Welcome to The Pull Hook

    Every life has a moment that changes everything. The Pull Hook explores the breakdowns that shape us—and the path back to clarity, alignment, and purpose. Evolved from the Pull Hook Golf podcast, this show goes beyond the game to examine the Pull Hook moments we all face: the failures, losses, and identity shifts that knock us off course. Hosted by former professional golfer and executive Matt Cook, The Pull Hook features real conversations with golfers, founders, experts and leaders about resilience, growth, and what it truly takes to move forward. Because everyone has a Pull Hook moment. What matters is what you do next.

    2 分钟
  3. Christian Heavens: Golf Wasn’t Built for Me—But I’m Here Anyway

    2025/11/25

    Christian Heavens: Golf Wasn’t Built for Me—But I’m Here Anyway

    Matt Cook introduces Christian Heavens, discussing the stigma surrounding golf and Christian's early memories in the sport. They explore the influence of Tiger Woods and the growth of YouTube golf, emphasizing the mental aspects and the importance of feel in the game. Christian shares competitive experiences and advice for playing on the national stage, while delving into the financial and mental pressures of professional golf. They reflect on cherishing life moments, facing negativity, and Christian's Big Break experiences. The conversation turns to Christian's book, its themes, target audience, and release details, with sponsor mentions for Stark Health, Devereux Golf, and Tour Line.

    1 小时 1 分钟
  4. Terence Daniels: Golfer & Founder of The Cactus Club

    2025/11/12

    Terence Daniels: Golfer & Founder of The Cactus Club

    Matt Cook discusses the lack of a golf community in Arizona with guest Terence Daniels, highlighting The Cactus Club and Matt's return to podcasting. Terence shares his golf journey from high school to Scottsdale, touching on amateur golf and handling tournament pressure. They reflect on professional encounters and memories from the GCU golf team. The episode delves into the Cactus Club's purpose, growth, and Terence's involvement in golf modeling. The conversation covers Arizona's exclusive golf clubs and the Cactus Club's expansion, with a nod to sponsor Devereux Golf. Terence's career in golf style and modeling, along with his future projects, are explored, concluding with the signature pull hook moment question.

    41 分钟
  5. The Rise of Marty Sanchez

    2025/10/31

    The Rise of Marty Sanchez

    Matt Cook welcomes Marty Sanchez to discuss the Grass League and Marty's transition from college golfer to professional. They delve into insights gained from caddying and the league's structure, exploring its challenges and Marty's role within it. Marty shares his experience as the face of DevRow's High Country Collection, emphasizing vulnerability and brand-building in golf. The episode highlights the importance of collaboration, emotional expression, and composure on the course. Marty discusses his favorite outfits from the collection, Devereux Golf's mission, and shares personal stories. The conversation covers learning from setbacks, future plans, and enhancing Marty's online presence, with closing thoughts and appreciation.

    44 分钟
  6. The Golfer’s Mindset

    2025/10/09

    The Golfer’s Mindset

    Matt Cook delves into the significance of showing emotion in golf, particularly in the context of the Ryder Cup, as he introduces the final episode of 2025. The episode features insights from Dr. Lee Piccarello on the golfer's mindset, alongside discussions on Tiger Woods' profound impact and how the Ryder Cup contrasts with regular tournaments. The personalities and characters of LIV Golf players are explored, emphasizing how emotion fosters audience connection. Personal anecdotes highlight the future of emotional engagement in golf, culminating in a conclusion that ties together these themes, with sponsor mentions for Devereux Golf and Rokform interspersed.

    21 分钟
  7. 2025 Ryder Cup Recap

    2025/10/02

    2025 Ryder Cup Recap

    Matt Cook explores Europe's Ryder Cup win and Luke Donald's impactful captaincy, dissecting the final score and U.S. team's issues. The episode discusses New York crowd dynamics, golf's elitist image, and Rory McIlroy's reactions to perceived hypocrisy. It examines broadcasters' focus, Donald's strategy, and the role of data in modern golf. Tommy Fleetwood's standout performance, U.S. team prep issues, and course setup blunders are highlighted. Celebrations of Team Europe and a look ahead to the 2027 Ryder Cup are included. The episode concludes with thoughts on Phil Mickelson and Tiger Woods as potential captains, player performances, and sponsor acknowledgments.

    38 分钟
  8. 2025 Ryder Cup Show

    2025/09/25

    2025 Ryder Cup Show

    Matt Cook, Buttsy, and Brent Grant dive into Ryder Cup excitement, discussing Bethpage Black's setup, including stadium seating and weather. They explore European team dynamics, U.S. team challenges, and the New York crowd's impact. Buttsy shares ticket insights and the potential rowdiness of USA chants. The episode covers Brandel Chamblee's opinions, Arnold Schwarzenegger's clip, and golf-politics intersections. They discuss player compensation, crowd loyalty, and event predictions, including Trump's attendance, military flyovers, and Ben Griffin's potential 2025 performance.

    59 分钟
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Stories from golfers who chased the dream and didn't make it. Mini-tour dropouts, Q-School heartbreak, college stars who chose different paths, and Tour players who walked away. Hosted by Matt Cook — a mini-tour dropout himself — each episode is a deep conversation about the dream, the reckoning, and what gets built after the card is gone. Nobody in golf media is telling these stories. We are.

信息

  • 创作者
    Matt Cook
  • 活跃年份
    2022年 - 2026年
  • 单集
    199
  • 分级
    儿童不宜
  • 节目网站
    The Pull Hook