About this episode

The episode discusses the challenges and camaraderie in amateur golf, featuring insights from hosts and guests about playoff conditions and tour growth.

The Golfweek Amateur Tour Podcast is back with an episode that perfectly captures what Amateur Golf Competition is all about, grit, camaraderie, and golfers who simply refuse to quit when conditions get tough. Hosts Tim Newman and Chris Rocha are joined by Jason Harris and new Milwaukee Tour Director Keith Cowan for a wide-ranging conversation that covers brutal playoff weather, tour growth across the country, and why the Golfweek Amateur Tour continues to be one of the most welcoming local golf tours in the country. From five-hole playoffs in near-freezing temperatures to packed leaderboards and sold-out amateur golf tournaments, this episode highlights the competitive edge and strong golf community that defines the tour. Episode Highlights Surviving the Elements - Jason Harris recounts winning a D-Flight playoff in 30-degree temperatures with 40-mph winds in North Florida. Competitive golf does not stop for weather. Playoffs at Every Level - From Champ Flight to D Flight, the competitive fire burns just as hot. This is what real amateur golf competition looks like. Milwaukee Welcomes Keith Cowan - A military veteran and passionate golfer, Keith steps in as the new Tour Director…

People in this episode

Hosts: Tim Newman, Chris Rocha

Guests: Jason Harris, Keith Cowan

Topics covered

• amateur golf
• playoffs
• tour growth
• community engagement
• weather challenges

Keywords

• amateur golf
• playoffs
• golf community
• tour directors
• Milwaukee
• weather challenges
• golf tournaments

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Golfweek Amateur Tour

Places: North Florida, Milwaukee, Florida, TPC Wisconsin, Palencia

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