The Range

Ari Ratner

Whether you're a seasoned golfer, a budding entrepreneur, or simply passionate about the business of the sport, The Range takes you behind the scenes with the innovators, risk-takers, and game-changers in the golf industry.  Each episode, we dive into the stories of those who have transformed their love for golf into successful ventures, exploring their journeys, challenges, and the secrets to their success.

  1. The Range | Season 2 | Episode 10 - Grass League and Old Tom Capital

    OCT 16

    The Range | Season 2 | Episode 10 - Grass League and Old Tom Capital

    In this episode, Ari sits down with Jake Hoselton, co-founder and CEO of Grass Clippings and the Grass League, and Matt Erley, co-founder and Managing Partner of Old Tom Capital, for a special conversation about the next era of golf. Jake joins The Range for the first time, following Grass Clippings’ earlier feature with CMO Pete Wilson in Season One. This time, Ari reconnects with both sides of one of golf’s most exciting partnerships - Grass Clippings and Old Tom Capital - to discuss the latest investment round that’s fueling the growth of the Grass League. The conversation explores how a backyard idea evolved into a professionally structured league built around par-three golf, community, and culture—and why Old Tom Capital saw it as a smart bet on where golf is heading. Together, they dig into the business of building a new kind of sports league, the process of raising capital, and what it takes to align vision between founders and investors. Whether you’re interested in startups, sports investing, or how golf is reinventing itself for a new generation, this episode offers a front-row seat to the collaboration shaping golf’s future. 🎯 Topics covered: How Grass Clippings evolved into the Grass LeagueWhy Old Tom Capital led Grass League’s latest $2.75M investment roundThe rise of “golf light” and the opportunity in par-three competitionLessons in raising capital and scaling a modern sports propertyHow strategic partnerships can redefine the business of golf🎧 Listen now to hear how Grass League and Old Tom Capital are working together to build golf’s next great arena sport.

    48 min
  2. The Range | Season 2 | Episode 3 - Pull Hook Golf

    AUG 7

    The Range | Season 2 | Episode 3 - Pull Hook Golf

    What happens when a former mini tour pro, indoor golf founder, and podcast producer decides to launch his own show? In this episode, Ari sits down with Matt Cook, founder of Pull Hook Golf, to talk about going all-in on content, consistency, and a comeback. From playing at Grand Canyon University and training with Butch Harmon to launching NYC’s Golf Pros indoor studio and helping grow golf tech brand Full Swing, Matt’s career has always revolved around the game. But when LIV Golf emerged and traditional golf media felt out of touch, he saw an opening - and Pull Hook Golf was born. Three years and 150+ episodes later, the show has grown into a respected platform for unfiltered takes, tour insights, and golf culture commentary. Now, Matt’s latest project - the 5AM Comeback - documents his personal mission to return to competitive golf by rebuilding his body, swing, and mindset. It’s not just content...it’s a commitment. And it’s already drawing support from fans, brands, and fellow dream chasers across the golf world. 🎯 Topics covered: – Why consistency is the real key to growth – The startup grind of golf media – Building a content series that’s personal and universal – How Matt plans to earn a spot in the Grass League by 2026 🎧 Listen now and hear how Matt is redefining what it means to create—and compete—in today’s modern golf era. ⛳️ Learn more: Pull Hook GolfPHG YouTubePHG InstagramPHG TikTok

    51 min

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Whether you're a seasoned golfer, a budding entrepreneur, or simply passionate about the business of the sport, The Range takes you behind the scenes with the innovators, risk-takers, and game-changers in the golf industry.  Each episode, we dive into the stories of those who have transformed their love for golf into successful ventures, exploring their journeys, challenges, and the secrets to their success.