The Cart Barn Podcast

Chris Lemley and Gregg Dewalt
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The Cart Barn is a new podcast dedicated to telling stories about golf in Alabama. The hosts, Chris Lemley and Gregg DeWalt, are former college golfers who have a deep love for golf in Alabama. They aim to highlight the rich history of golf in the state and share interesting stories about local players, courses, and events. The podcast will feature interviews with notable figures in Alabama golf, such as Stewart Cink and Tad Moore. The hosts want to entertain and educate listeners about the unique golf landscape in Alabama.

  1. 3D AGO

    What 500 Golf Courses Taught This PGA Pro ft. Lawrence Auer

    Lawrence Auer shares lessons from playing 500+ golf courses worldwide, his journey from Australia to Alabama, and why small-town golf still defines the game. Show Notes  Lawrence’s start in Australia and early golf influences  Journey to the U.S. and career in Mobile  Differences between public and private golf environments  The significance of municipal golf courses  Playing 500+ courses across 8 countries  Favorite golf destinations and future trips  Hidden gem courses vs “name brand” golf  Why golf is one of the most accessible lifetime sports

    55 min

  2. APR 15

    How a Golf Course Medical Scare Sparked Strokes Gained ft. Travis Key | Cart Barn Podcast

    Travis Key joins Chris and Gregg to talk about growing up around golf, falling in love with competitive golf later in life, and how a frightening dehydration incident on the course led to the launch of Strokes Gained. Travis shares the origin of the brand, how they developed the product, what makes it different, and what it has been like building a golf business while raising a son who is now deep into junior golf. This is a conversation about golf, fatherhood, entrepreneurship, and the realities of trying to build something in the game.  Show notes This week in the Cart Barn, Chris and Gregg welcome Travis Key, co-founder of Strokes Gained, for a conversation that goes far beyond hydration. Travis talks about:  how his dad introduced him to the game  why competitive golf hooked him later in life  what he has learned from watching and caddying for his son in junior golf  the frightening on-course dehydration incident that sparked the idea for Strokes Gained  how he and his partner built the brand, developed the formula, and secured the trademark  what it has been like scaling from a startup idea to placement in clubs around the country This episode is part golf story, part founder story, and part reminder that the game has a way of teaching lessons well beyond the scorecard.  Short episode description A dehydration scare on the golf course led Travis Key to build Strokes Gained. He joins Chris and Gregg to talk golf, fatherhood, competitive golf, and what it takes to build a brand in the industry.  Keywords Cart Barn Podcast, Travis Key, Strokes Gained, golf hydration, junior golf, golf business, golf entrepreneurship, competitive golf, Alabama golf, PGA Show, golf founder story, hydration for golfers, golf lifestyle, golf stories

    43 min

  3. APR 8

    Masters Week: Traditions, Memories and What Makes Augusta Different

    Chris and Gregg spend a few minutes talking Masters Week, why Augusta still feels different from every other tournament, the traditions that make the event special, favorite memories, and Gregg’s firsthand stories from covering the Masters during Stewart Cink’s early career. Full show notes Masters Week hits different, and this episode is a quick conversation about why. Chris and Gregg talk about what separates the Masters from every other event in golf: the familiarity of Augusta National, the traditions, the music, the visuals, Amen Corner, the Par 3 Contest, and the way the week feels like the true start of golf season. They also get into some favorite Masters moments, memorable shots, favorite holes at Augusta, and Gregg shares stories from covering the tournament early in Stewart Cink’s career — including the “pink badge of shame.” If you love the Masters, this one will feel like a conversation you’d have sitting around the clubhouse or watching coverage with a cup of coffee. What’s covered in this episode  Why the Masters feels different from every other major  Augusta traditions that still stand out  The food, atmosphere, and no-cell-phone experience  Why the Par 3 Contest is such a unique part of the week  Gregg’s credential story from covering the Masters  Favorite Masters moments from Jack, Tiger, Phil, Bubba and more  Favorite holes at Augusta National  Quick picks for who could contend this year Keywords Masters Week, Masters Tournament, Augusta National, golf podcast, Cart Barn Podcast, golf traditions, Amen Corner, Par 3 Contest, Masters memories, Augusta stories, Jack Nicklaus 1986, Tiger Woods 1997, Phil Mickelson Masters, Bubba Watson Masters, Stewart Cink, golf in Alabama, major championship golf

    29 min

  4. APR 1

    Why Alabama Has Some of the Best Value Golf Courses in America ft. Jason Deegan | Cart Barn Podcast

    Jason Deegan of Golf Pass joins The Cart Barn to break down the Golfers Choice rankings for Alabama’s best public golf courses. The conversation covers how the list is built from real golfer reviews, why Alabama continues to offer exceptional value, and how the RTJ Trail remains the foundation of golf in the state while other courses continue to gain recognition. This week in the Cart Barn, Chris and Gregg welcome Jason Deegan of Golf Pass to discuss the Golfers Choice rankings for Alabama’s top public golf courses. Unlike traditional rankings, these lists are built from reviews by everyday golfers, offering a different perspective on course quality, value, and overall experience. But this episode goes beyond a list. It highlights something bigger: the depth of golf across Alabama. While the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail remains the backbone and premier golf experience in the state, this conversation explores how a number of other public courses are earning strong reviews and creating great experiences for players across all skill levels. In this episode:  How Golf Pass builds the Golfers Choice rankings  Why player-reviewed lists differ from expert rankings  What golfers actually value: greens, service, pace, and overall experience  Why Alabama is one of the best value golf destinations in the country  Hidden gem public courses across the state  How accessibility and affordability are shaping golf travel decisions The takeaway is clear: Alabama golf is not just strong—it’s deep, accessible, and built for real golfers. alabama golf, golf pass, jason deegan, public golf, golf rankings, golfers choice, rtj trail, robert trent jones golf trail, golf travel, value golf, golf podcast, cart barn podcast

    46 min

  5. MAR 25

    Kim Evans: Building Auburn Golf, Coaching at Georgia Tech, and a Life-Changing Moment | The Cart Barn

    Kim Evans shares her journey from Decatur, Alabama to building Auburn Women’s Golf into a national powerhouse — and the life-changing moment that put everything into perspective. What does golf really give you? For Kim Evans, it was more than championships, coaching success, or building one of the most respected programs in college golf. It was relationships, resilience… and ultimately, a moment that changed everything. In this episode, we sit down with Kim Evans — Decatur native, former Auburn Women’s Golf Head Coach, and one of the most influential figures in college golf — to talk about her journey from small-town Alabama to building an SEC powerhouse. We cover:  Growing up in Decatur and learning the game at Decatur Country Club  Her path through Auburn and into the golf business  Coaching at Georgia Tech and working with players like Stewart Cink  Building Auburn into a national contender  The realities of coaching, recruiting, and leading at a high level  And the moment a simple conversation led to a decision that saved her life This is a story about golf — but more importantly, it’s about people, perspective, and what really matters when it’s all said and done. golf, college golf, auburn, sec, coaching, leadership, golf stories, podcast

    1h 2m

  6. MAR 18

    What It Was Like Before The Golf Channel Took Off ft. Joy Green | The Cart Barn

    Joy Green shares what it was like working inside a startup television network before it became The Golf Channel—and the unexpected moments that surrounded the early days of Tiger Woods. Joy Green takes us inside a moment in golf history that most people never saw—the early days of The Golf Channel before it became what it is today. From walking into a completely unstructured startup environment to witnessing the habits of a young Tiger Woods before the world knew his name, Joy’s story gives a rare, behind-the-scenes look at how both a network and a legend were taking shape at the same time. This conversation isn’t about polished success—it’s about uncertainty, figuring things out in real time, and being close enough to something special before anyone realized what it would become. If you’ve ever wondered what it actually looked like behind the curtain in those early days, this episode delivers. golf podcast, golf channel history, tiger woods early career, golf stories, behind the scenes golf, sports media, golf industry, cart barn podcast

    52 min

  7. MAR 11

    Inside the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail ft. Mike Beverly | The Cart Barn Podcast

    In this episode of The Cart Barn, Chris Lemley and Gregg Dewalt sit down with Mike Beverly, President and CEO of Sunbelt Golf Corporation, the company that operates the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail. Mike shares the inside story behind one of the most ambitious golf development projects ever created. With 26 championship courses across Alabama, the Trail attracts golfers from all 50 states and more than a dozen countries each year. They discuss the vision of Dr. David Bronner, how the Trail continues to grow, the operational challenges of managing hundreds of holes of championship golf, and why the RTJ Golf Trail remains one of the greatest values in golf travel today. The Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail is widely considered one of the most unique golf destinations in the world. Built across the state of Alabama, the Trail features 26 championship golf courses at 11 different sites, drawing golfers from across the United States and around the world. In this episode of The Cart Barn, Chris Lemley and Gregg Dewalt sit down with Mike Beverly, President and CEO of Sunbelt Golf Corporation and the 2025 PGA Professional of the Year for the Dixie Section. Mike has spent nearly two decades helping guide the Trail’s growth and operations. Today, the Trail plays hundreds of thousands of rounds each year and continues to expand its influence in golf tourism. During the conversation, Mike discusses: • The original vision behind the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail • How the Trail transformed golf tourism in Alabama • Managing more than a thousand employees across multiple golf sites • Renovating and maintaining championship golf courses at scale • The impact of the Trail on Alabama’s economy and tourism • Why the Trail continues to be one of the best values in golf travel • The future of golf and continued growth of the Trail If you love golf architecture, golf travel, or the stories behind great golf destinations, this episode provides a fascinating look behind the scenes of one of the most successful golf projects ever created. Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail RTJ Golf Trail Alabama golf golf tourism golf travel golf podcast golf courses Alabama golf course architecture Sunbelt Golf Corporation Mike Beverly golf industry golf operations golf destination golf trip planning golf in the south

    1h 4m

  8. MAR 4

    The Golf Channel Origin Story: Del Wood on Arnold Palmer & The Network That Changed Sports Media

    The Golf Channel was founded in Birmingham, Alabama — and nearly collapsed before it ever became profitable. In this episode, Del Woods, founding CFO of The Golf Channel, shares the inside story of building the first 24-hour golf network, bringing Arnold Palmer into the deal, raising startup capital, and surviving the financial pressure that nearly ended the company. You’ll hear: • How the idea for a 24-hour golf network began • How Arnold Palmer became involved • The capital raise that made it possible • The near-bankruptcy moment in 1996 • What it was like playing Bay Hill during that stretch This is a golf history episode — and a sports media startup story. Follow the Cart Barn Podcast for more conversations documenting Alabama’s impact on the game of golf. Golf Channel history Arnold Palmer Sports business Golf media Sports television Media startup Birmingham Alabama Golf history Bay Hill

    42 min
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The Cart Barn is a new podcast dedicated to telling stories about golf in Alabama. The hosts, Chris Lemley and Gregg DeWalt, are former college golfers who have a deep love for golf in Alabama. They aim to highlight the rich history of golf in the state and share interesting stories about local players, courses, and events. The podcast will feature interviews with notable figures in Alabama golf, such as Stewart Cink and Tad Moore. The hosts want to entertain and educate listeners about the unique golf landscape in Alabama.

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  • Creator
    Chris Lemley and Gregg Dewalt
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    86
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Chris Lemley and Gregg Dewalt
  • Show Website
    The Cart Barn Podcast

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