The 19th Hole Golf Show

In this episode, I look back on my experience at the SoFi Center for the first leg of the TGL Finals on Monday, pitting Tiger Woods' Jupiter Links against eventual champions Los Angeles Golf Club. What's it like in SoFi Center? What stands out? What can't you see on TV (it's a lot!)? I talk about my full experience and a trip that involved battling the flu, dreading TSA lines and more.Thanks to Hanook Tire for making this trip possible. Their team is great, and it was cool to hear why they decided to invest in the TGL prodct as a sponsor. Subscribe to my YouTube channel ( @ryanballengeegolf ) for golf equipment news and reviews of drivers, irons, putters, shoes, bags and more. I share my adventures playing golf and my chase to get better at this game. I love sharing what I've learned to make the game easier for you, too. My day job is running Golf News Net ( @golfnewsnet1 ), our Golf News Net FAST TV channel, sharing golf news on my website, our 24/7 GNN Radio and social channels.FOLLOW MEGolf News Net: https://thegolfnewsnet.comX: https://twitter.com/ryanballengeeFacebook: https://facebook.com/ryanballengeegolfInsta: https://instagram.com/ryanballengeegolf

Peter Jacobsen joins Ryan Ballengee from Florida at the site of the Skechers World Champions Cup. Jake, who is the tournament chairman and co-creator of the event, talks about the unique three-team format, some of the stars to watch for this weekend and how he sees the event unfolding.

On this episode, Ryan Ballengee talks about the season-ending Korn Ferry Tour Championship and the two seasons of The Road to French Lick that he did with French Lick Resort's Brendan Sweeney. Ryan gets into the pride of making the show and being connected to so many people in Southern Indiana who worked really hard to present this event to showcase their part of the world, the Pete Dye Course and to help so many through the tournament's charitable giving. FOLLOW RYANGolf News Net: https://thegolfnewsnet.comX: https://twitter.com/ryanballengeeFacebook: https://facebook.com/ryanballengeegolfInsta: https://instagram.com/ryanballengeegolf

On this episode, Ryan Ballengee is joined by the No. 2-ranked long driver in the world, Jack Smith, as he prepares for the World Long Drive world championship in Colorado. We talk about his history in the sport, his preparation for the event and getting a little nerdy on the science and biomechanics of long drive (as Jack is a pre-med).FOLLOW MEGolf News Net: https://thegolfnewsnet.comX: https://twitter.com/ryanballengeeFacebook: https://facebook.com/ryanballengeegolfInsta: https://instagram.com/ryanballengeegolf

On this week's show, Ryan Ballengee talks to golf-course architect Gil Hanse about his restoration of Baltusrol Golf Club's Upper Course (after doing the Lower Course previously), including a precursor discussion with Baltusrol's team of club historians that unearthed tons of fascinating, crucial information to inform the 1930s focal point for the work.FOLLOW MEGolf News Net: https://thegolfnewsnet.comX: https://twitter.com/ryanballengeeFacebook: https://facebook.com/ryanballengeegolfInsta: https://instagram.com/ryanballengeegolf

On this episode, Ryan talks to author Michael Arkush, whose new book attempts to rank the 100 best golfers of all-time using a metric system he created. Ryan and Michael get into the system, how it was constructed, who was surprising, and how he determined the No. 1 player.Subscribe to Golf News Net for the latest golf news and rumors, with analysis of all of the biggest stories from the PGA Tour, LIV Golf, LPGA Tour, Korn Ferry Tour and more.FOLLOW USGolf News Net: https://thegolfnewsnet.comX: https://twitter.com/golfnewsnetFacebook: https://facebook.com/golfnewsnetInsta: https://instagram.com/golfnewsnet

On this segment for the Golf News Net original show, The Road to French Lick, Ryan Ballengee and Brendan Sweeney are joined by PGA Tour pro Adam Schenk. Adam talks about his season so far, being close to his best golf and his journey to the PGA Tour through the Korn Ferry Tour.Subscribe to Golf News Net for the latest golf news and rumors, with analysis of all of the biggest stories from the PGA Tour, LIV Golf, LPGA Tour, Korn Ferry Tour and more.FOLLOW USGolf News Net: https://thegolfnewsnet.comX: https://twitter.com/golfnewsnetFacebook: https://facebook.com/golfnewsnetInsta: https://instagram.com/golfnewsnet

On this episode of The 19th Hole Golf Show, Ely Callaway's son, Nicholas, joined the show to talk about the release of his father's memoir (in written and AI-voiced audiobook form), which he helped edit and get over the finish line. Nicholas shares the stunning secret Ely revealed in his letters and boxes after his passing, as well as the business lessons and ethics that drove the Callaway Golf founder.Winter is here, so get warmer and look good with Swannies! Pick up awesome hoodies, pullovers and quarter-zips at https://swannies.co. Use promo code golfnewsnet25 to save 25% on your order!Subscribe to Golf News Net for the latest golf news and rumors, with analysis of all of the biggest stories from the PGA Tour, LIV Golf, LPGA Tour, Korn Ferry Tour and more.FOLLOW USGolf News Net: https://thegolfnewsnet.comX: https://twitter.com/golfnewsnetFacebook: https://facebook.com/golfnewsnetInsta: https://instagram.com/golfnewsnet

On this episode of the program, live from the 2025 PGA Merchandise Show, Ryan speaks with Invited CEO David Pillsbury about the state of the golf business, welcoming new golfers on their unique journey and fostering a community culture in both public and private facilities.Winter golf is here, so get warmer and look good with Swannies! Pick up awesome hoodies, pullovers and quarter-zips at https://swannies.co. Use promo code golfnewsnet25 to save 25% on your order!Subscribe to Golf News Net for the latest golf news and rumors, with analysis of all of the biggest stories from the PGA Tour, LIV Golf, LPGA Tour, Korn Ferry Tour and more.FOLLOW USGolf News Net: https://thegolfnewsnet.comX: https://twitter.com/golfnewsnetFacebook: https://facebook.com/golfnewsnetInsta: https://instagram.com/golfnewsnet

On this episode of The 19th Hole Golf Show, Ryan Ballengee is joined by Mike Hicks, long-time caddie to Payne Stewart. Looking back 25 years after Stewart's tragic death, Hicks talks about his time with Payne, their wins, their relationship and some of his favorite stories.

On this week's show, Ryan hears the story of the Soleta Golf Club near Sarasota, Fla., from managing partner David Turner and elite instructor David Leadbetter, who is an owner in the project and helped tap Nick Price to develop the club. The story of how it all comes together is a fascinating look into how a golf property goes from conception to reality.

On this episode, Ryan Ballengee is joined by legendary agent Hughes Norton to discuss his career and new book, "Rainmaker." He talks about his experiences with Tiger Woods and Greg Norman, can't miss players who did, superstars who thought they knew it all and so much more.