This IS Tour Life

About this episode

The episode discusses the dynamics of amateur golf, featuring insights from tour directors on competition and community growth.

This episode of the Golfweek Amateur Tour - The Podcast delivers exactly what makes the Golfweek Amateur Tour so addictive: competition, chaos, and a whole lot of personality. Tim Newman and Chris Rocha kick things off recapping Masters Week, tournament pools, and the reality of trying to balance competitive golf with real life. From there, things shift into what really matters: the growth of Local Golf Tours, the rising cost of amateur golf tournaments, and what it takes to keep the Golf Community thriving. We’re joined by South Florida Tour Director Terry Lawson, who brings energy, insight, and a behind-the-scenes look at one of the most active regions in the Golfweek Amateur Tour. From stacked fields and senior tour growth to upcoming Competitive Golf Events and regionals, Terry makes one thing clear: the competition is only getting better. Then we head to Denver with Tour Director Doug Smith, who gives a raw, honest breakdown of running Golf Tournaments in a high-cost market. From attracting younger players to creative solutions like sponsorships and pricing strategies, this is a masterclass in growing a Golf Community the right way. The episode wraps with a real conversation…

People in this episode

Hosts: Tim Newman, Chris Rocha

Guests: Terry Lawson, Doug Smith

Topics covered

• amateur golf
• local golf tours
• competition
• golf community
• tournament management
• future of golf

Keywords

• Golfweek Amateur Tour
• Masters Week
• tournament pools
• amateur golf costs
• golf community growth
• competitive golf events
• sponsorship strategies
• National Championship

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Golfweek Amateur Tour

Places: South Florida, Denver

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