Hey golfers! This episode is brought to you by;Sycamore Ridge Golf Club, be sure to go see Clayton and the staff at Sycamore Ridge and play a premier 18-hole Championship golf course. They have modernized practice facilities, a full-service Bar and Grill and a fully stocked golf shop in Spring Hill, KS It’s just a short drive from Overland Park, Leawood, and Olathe AND for the guaranteed lowest rate, go to Sycamore Ridge Golf. Com that’s Sycamore Ridge Golf. ComAlso, we couldn’t do this podcast without the great folks at SeniorVu,SeniorVu is helping senior living care providers solve their occupancy and applicant problems with their lead and applicant management platforms. Don’t take my word for it, go to seniorvu.com, that’s seniorvu.com and view is spelled VU.Out topic today is gatekeeping in golf. Are golfers keeping the game from growing due to updated opinions of golf. Can the golfing industry do a better job of educating golfers new and old. How can we continue to grow the game of golf after the surge from COVID?Thank you to our sponsors, Sycamore Ridge Golf Club and SeniorVu. Please be sure to subscribe to GrippingGolf Podcast on any major podcast platform and also follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter or YouTube, and if social media isn’t your thing, you can always find the latest episodes on grippinggolfpodcast.com.

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Episode 57 - Gatekeeping and Golf

Hey golfers! This episode is brought to you by;Sycamore Ridge Golf Club, be sure to go see Clayton and the staff at Sycamore Ridge and play a premier 18-hole Championship golf course. They have modernized practice facilities, a full-service Bar and Grill and a fully stocked golf shop in Spring Hill, KS It’s just a short drive from Overland Park, Leawood, and Olathe AND for the guaranteed lowest rate, go to Sycamore Ridge Golf. Com that’s Sycamore Ridge Golf. ComAlso, we couldn’t do this podcast without the great folks at SeniorVu,SeniorVu is helping senior living care providers solve their occupancy and applicant problems with their lead and applicant management platforms. Don’t take my word for it, go to seniorvu.com, that’s seniorvu.com and view is spelled VU.My guests today are John Johnson and Dave Miller. John and Dave both share an passion that rivals my own for golf. I’ve gotten to know the two of them over the last couple years by playing lots of weekend and league golf. Both John and Dave from this point forward will be more involved​ the GrippingGolf Podcast, helping with videos and additional content. Please welcome to the show John Johnson and Dave Miller.Thank you to my guests today John Johnson and Dave Miller and to our sponsors, Sycamore Ridge Golf Club and SeniorVu. Please be sure to subscribe to GrippingGolf Podcast on any major podcast platform and also follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter or YouTube, and if social media isn’t your thing, you can always find the latest episodes on grippinggolfpodcast.com.

Episode 56 - John Johnson and Dave Miller

Hey golfers! This episode is brought to you by;Sycamore Ridge Golf Club, be sure to go see Clayton and the staff at Sycamore Ridge and play a premier 18-hole Championship golf course. They have modernized practice facilities, a full-service Bar and Grill and a fully stocked golf shop in Spring Hill, KS It’s just a short drive from Overland Park, Leawood, and Olathe AND for the guaranteed lowest rate, go to Sycamore Ridge Golf. Com that’s Sycamore Ridge Golf. ComAlso, we couldn’t do this podcast without the great folks at SeniorVu,SeniorVu is helping senior living care providers solve their occupancy and applicant problems with their lead and applicant management platforms. Don’t take my word for it, go to seniorvu.com, that’s seniorvu.com and view is spelled VU.My guest today is Gianna Augustine. In High School, at St. Thomas Aquinas, you won three individual Kansas State High School Championships. Going undefeated in her sophomore year led her to winning 29 or 35 high school tournaments over the course of her 4 years. She was selected as a National High School Golf Coaches Association All-American in 2009. Other junior golf highlights including winning two Kansas Amateur Championships, qualifying for eight USGA Championships (2 US Girls Juniors, 2 US Women's Amateurs, and 4 US Women's Amateur Public Links), and making it to matchplay at the 2011 US Women's Amateur Public Links Championship at Bandon Dunes. One of Gianna's favorite junior golf memories was competing with hometown hero, Tom Watson, in the 2009 Walmart First Tee Open at Pebble Beach Golf Links. The duo finished 11th in an impressive field of Champions Tour players and juniors alike. Gianna went on to play collegiate golf at Kansas State University from 2010-2014. While at Kansas State, she competed all four years as the top performer, with the lowest scoring average, and was a member of the traveling team for all 44 events played. After graduation she worked her way through LPGA Qualifying school, obtaining status on the LPGA Symetra Tour. ​Please welcome to the show Gianna Augustine.Thank you to my guest today Gianna Augustine and to our sponsors, Sycamore Ridge Golf Club and SeniorVu. Please be sure to subscribe to GrippingGolf Podcast on any major podcast platform and also follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter or YouTube, and if social media isn’t your thing, you can always find the latest episodes on grippinggolfpodcast.com.

Episode 55 - Gianna Augustine Talk Junior Golf

Hey golfers! This episode is brought to you by;Sycamore Ridge Golf Club, be sure to go see Clayton and the staff at Sycamore Ridge and play a premier 18-hole Championship golf course. They have modernized practice facilities, a full-service Bar and Grill and a fully stocked golf shop in Spring Hill, KS It’s just a short drive from Overland Park, Leawood, and Olathe AND for the guaranteed lowest rate, go to Sycamore Ridge Golf. Com that’s Sycamore Ridge Golf. ComAlso, we couldn’t do this podcast without the great folks at SeniorVu,SeniorVu is helping senior living care providers solve their occupancy and applicant problems with their lead and applicant management platforms. Don’t take my word for it, go to seniorvu.com, that’s seniorvu.com and view is spelled VU.My guest today is Brad Volker of Flight Golf Academy of Kansas City. Brad Volker is a Kansas City golf professional teaching out of both Sycamore Ridge Golf Club in Spring Hill, KS and Shoal Creek Golf Course in Liberty, MO. Over the winter Brad has taken his teaching to a new level with the introduction of Trackman into his lessons. Brad is well versed in all things golf and just an all around good guy. ​Please welcome to the show Brad Volker of Flight Golf Academy of Kansas City.Thank you to my guest today Brad Volker of Flight Golf Academy of Kansas City and to our sponsors, Sycamore Ridge Golf Club and SeniorVu. Please be sure to subscribe to GrippingGolf Podcast on any major podcast platform and also follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter or YouTube, and if social media isn’t your thing, you can always find the latest episodes on grippinggolfpodcast.com.

Episode 54 - Brad Volker - PGA junior league and Trackman

My guest today is Driving Pursuits KC. Driving Pursuits KC is a local Kansas City organization geared towards helping executive women get into the game of golf as well as help grow their careers. Melissa and Gretchen started Driving Pursuits KC after experiencing golf for the first time at a charity golf event. They were left with so many questions about the game and where to even begin. Driven by their own curiosity to get better, they met several executive women across the Kansas City metro area leading them to create Driving Pursuits KC. ​Please welcome to the show Melissa and Gretchen of Driving Pursuits KC.Hey golfers! This episode is brought to you by;Sycamore Ridge Golf Club, be sure to go see Clayton and the staff at Sycamore Ridge and play a premier 18-hole Championship golf course. They have modernized practice facilities, a full-service Bar and Grill and a fully stocked golf shop in Spring Hill, KS It’s just a short drive from Overland Park, Leawood, and Olathe AND for the guaranteed lowest rate, go to Sycamore Ridge Golf. Com that’s Sycamore Ridge Golf. ComAlso, we couldn’t do this podcast without the great folks at SeniorVu,SeniorVu is helping senior living care providers solve their occupancy and applicant problems with their lead and applicant management platforms. Don’t take my word for it, go to seniorvu.com, that’s seniorvu.com and view is spelled VU.Thank you to my guest today Melissa and Gretchen of Driving Pursuits KC and to our sponsors, Sycamore Ridge Golf Club and SeniorVu. Please be sure to subscribe to GrippingGolf Podcast on any major podcast platform and also follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter or YouTube, and if social media isn’t your thing, you can always find the latest episodes on grippinggolfpodcast.com.

Episode 53 - Driving Pursuits KC

My guest today is Stripe Golf Co. Stripe Golf Co.™ is a golf and lifestyle brand, started by Nick, Gil and Ross in Kansas City. They know first hand that golfers are an envious bunch and always want the coolest, most up to date gear. With that in mind, it is their goal to deliver premium style and comfort on and off the course. “Look good, play good,” has never been more true. ​Stripe Golf Co is Made by golfers for golfers. Please welcome to the show Gil, Ross and Nick of Stripe Golf Co.Hey golfers! This episode is brought to you by;Sycamore Ridge Golf Club, go see Clayton and the staff at Sycamore Ridge and play a premier 18-hole Championship golf course. They have modernized practice facilities, a full-service Bar and Grill and a fully stocked golf shop in Spring Hill, KS It’s just a short drive from Overland Park, Leawood, and Olathe AND for the guaranteed lowest rate, go to Sycamore Ridge Golf. Com that’s Sycamore Ridge Golf. ComAlso, we couldn’t do this podcast without the great folks at SeniorVu,SeniorVu is helping senior living care providers solve their occupancy and applicant problems with their lead and applicant management platforms. Don’t take my word for it, go to seniorvu.com, that’s seniorvu.com and view is spelled VU.

Episode 52 - Stripe Golf Co from Kansas City

My guest today is Maureen Farrell aka Coach Mo. Maureen is the Director of Instruction at Sykes/Lady and St. Andrews Golf Courses in Overland Park, KS. If you’re looking for someone who loves the game of golf, lives and game of golf and truly wants to help people learn the game of golf then Coach Mo is your destination. Please welcome to the GrippingGolf Podcast Maureen Farrell aka Coach Mo.This episode is brought to you by;Sycamore Ridge Golf Club, be sure to go see Clayton and the staff at Sycamore Ridge and play a premier 18-hole Championship golf course. They have modernized practice facilities, a full-service Bar and Grill and a fully stocked golf shop in Spring Hill, KS It’s just a short drive from Overland Park, Leawood, and Olathe AND for the guaranteed lowest rate, go to Sycamore Ridge Golf. Com that’s Sycamore Ridge Golf. ComAlso, we couldn’t do this podcast without the great folks at SeniorVu,SeniorVu is helping senior living care providers solve their occupancy and applicant problems with their lead and applicant management platforms. Don’t take my word for it, go to seniorvu.com, that’s seniorvu.com and view is spelled VU.Thank you to my guest today Maureen Farrell aka Coach Mo and to our sponsors, Sycamore Ridge Golf Club and SeniorVu. Please be sure to subscribe to GrippingGolf Podcast on any major podcast platform and also follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter, and if social media isn’t your thing, you can always find the latest episodes on grippinggolfpodcast.com

Episode 51 - Maureen Farrell aka Coach Mo

My guest today is Aaron Borgmann of Borgmann Rehab Solutions. As a former NFL Physical Therapist and Athletic Trainer for the Kansas City Chiefs and Philadelphia Eagles Aaron has spent years putting injured athletes back together and back on the field. Since leaving the NFL, Aaron has founded Borgmann Rehab Solutions where he helps amateur athletes stay fit to play the sport they love. Please welcome to the show Aaron Borgmann.This episode is brought to you by;Sycamore Ridge Golf Club, go see Clayton and the staff at Sycamore Ridge and play a premier 18-hole Championship golf course. They have modernized practice facilities, a full-service Bar and Grill and a fully stocked golf shop in Spring Hill, KS It’s just a short drive from Overland Park, Leawood, and Olathe AND for the guaranteed lowest rate, go to Sycamore Ridge Golf. Com that’s Sycamore Ridge Golf. ComAlso, we couldn’t do this podcast without our great friends at SeniorVu,SeniorVu is helping senior living care providers solve their occupancy and applicant problems with their lead and applicant management platforms. Don’t take my word for it, go to seniorvu.com, that’s seniorvu.com and view is spelled VU.Thank you to my guest today Aaron Borgmann and to our sponsors, Sycamore Ridge Golf Club and SeniorVu. Please be sure to subscribe to GrippingGolf Podcast on any major podcast platform and also follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter, and if social media isn’t your thing, you can always find the latest episodes on grippinggolfpodcast.com

Episode 50 - Aaron Borgmann

Hey golfers! This episode is brought to you by;Sycamore Ridge Golf Club, go see Ben and the staff at Sycamore Ridge and play a premier 18-hole Championship golf course. They have modernized practice facilities, a full-service Bar and Grill and a fully stocked golf shop in Spring Hill, KS It’s just a short drive from Overland Park, Leawood, and Olathe AND for the guaranteed lowest rate, go to Sycamore Ridge Golf. Com that’s Sycamore Ridge Golf. ComAlso, we couldn’t do this podcast without the great folks at SeniorVu,SeniorVu is helping senior living care providers solve their occupancy and applicant problems with their lead and applicant management platforms. Don’t take my word for it, go to seniorvu.com, that’s seniorvu.com and view is spelled VU.My guest today is Sean Chalk of Milburn Country Club in Overland Park, KS. Sean has an extensive background in public golf operations and has made the leap to the private side. Sean and I both got our start in golf at the Overland Park Golf Course now known as Sykes/Lady. Please welcome to the show Sean Chalk.Thank you to my guest today Sean Chalk and to our sponsors, Sycamore Ridge Golf Club and SeniorVu. Please be sure to subscribe to GrippingGolf Podcast on any major podcast platform and also follow us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter, and if social media isn’t your thing, you can always find the latest episodes on grippinggolfpodcast.com

Episode 49 - Sean Chalk Head Golf Professional at Milburn Country Club

Episode 48 - Eric Riner of Nelson Hill

On this episode, KC Golf Girls. Brianne and Heidi are two girls who live in Kansas City and share a passion to grow the game of golf. What started out as a fun outing between two friends became a full on obsession with the game of golf. Documenting their journey on social media has given them a great foundation to spread awareness about the game they both love. Please welcome to the show Brianne and Heidi of KC Golf Girls.

Episode 47 - KC Golf Girls

On this episode, Austin Jarchow. Austin has been working as a golf professional in the Kansas City area since summer 2012. Before turning professional, he had a stand out career at Lee’s Summit West High School that led him to the University of Central Missouri. While there, he played on the golf team and studied in the Kinesiology department allowing him to understand more about the body. After graduating in 2013, Austin has continued to perfect his teaching methods by accruing a number of certifications such as NSCA Certified Personal Trainer, NASM Golf Fitness Specialist, Titleist Performance Institute Golf Level 2 Certified, SNAG golf certified, and a KBS and True Temper shaft fitter. Austin was elected to PGA Membership in January of 2018. Please welcome to the show Austin Jarchow.

Episode 46 - Austin Jarchow

On this episode, Sugar Golf. Sugar Golf has spent their nights, weekends, and savings building a company focused on bringing the most value to the golf community. They stripped out all the fluff, Tour sponsorships, overzealous branding, traditional packaging, retail partners, and extra shipping costs. What has emerged is a premium golf ball with a urethane cover and three-piece construction, delivered to customers via 2-day shipping in a convenient bulk mailer containing 27 balls for a straight-forward price of $69 and for a limited-time GrippingGolf listeners can save $5 using the GRIP2020, just go to sugar.golf.

Episode 45 - Sugar Golf

On this episode of GrippingGolf, Imperial Golf. Imperial golf was started in 2013 and has earned a stellar reputation for eye opening golf instruction. Renovating their facility in February, 2017 to create a one of a kind purpose built facility that encompass' all aspects of the game of golf to further benefit their students and help mold a better game tee to green. Please welcome to the show Jon and J.T. of Imperial Golf.

Episode 44 - Imperial Golf is Back

On this episode, Steve Pope, aka Firefighter Golf. Steve’s mission is to help bring awareness to firefighter PTS(post traumatic stress). In January of 2020 Steve started a YouTube channel called Firefighter Golf, his hope is the channel is to play golf with firefighters and share their stories. Steve has been a Firefighter for the Kansas City, Kansas Fire Department for 23 years and the Merriam Fire Department for 1 year is an avid golfer, a 2 handicap, and has a passion to bring awareness to first responders suffering from PTS or PTSD. Please welcome to the show Steve Pope.

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