Episodes

  • This IS Tour Life

    This IS Tour Life
    Apr 20 2026
    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 about the future of Amateur Golf, the importance of younger players entering the game, and why the National Championship experience is still the ultimate goal for everyday golfers. If you’re looking for a true golf podcast for everyday golfers, this is it. Key Takeaways The reality of rising costs in Amateur Golf How Tour Directors are adapting to keep players engaged Why younger golfers are critical to the future of the game Inside look at South Florida & Denver tour growth The importance of community in Amateur Golf Competition Why the Golfweek Amateur Tour continues to thrive nationwide Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 24 mins
  • This Cost Him 2 Strokes… (And It Happens ALL The Time)

    This Cost Him 2 Strokes… (And It Happens ALL The Time)
    Apr 6 2026
    Welcome back to the Golfweek Amateur Tour - The Podcast, the amateur golf podcast where everyday golfers step into the world of competitive golf events and experience what it’s like to compete like the pros. This week, Chris Rocha takes the lead early before Tim Newman jumps in, and the episode delivers everything that makes the Golfweek Amateur Tour THE premier amateur golf tour in the country. We kick things off with a fan-favorite segment, Roger’s Rules, where Roger Cowan breaks down real situations from the course, including one he personally experienced… hitting the wrong ball. Yes, even the rules expert had a moment. From there, the conversation dives into: What happens when you hit the wrong ball (and how costly it can be) How provisional balls actually work in tournament play Penalty area confusion and how to handle it correctly Practice swings gone wrong (literally) If you play in local golf tours or any amateur golf competition, this segment alone is worth the listen. Then we head north to the Minneapolis Amateur Golf scene, where Tour Director Matt Foehse joins the show to talk about: Growing a Golf Community in a short-season market Packing 15 golf tournaments into a Midwest schedule Using video and social media to grow participation Building a next-level tournament experience (including a mobile tournament trailer setup) Why delivering a great player experience matters more than ever This is a masterclass in how local golf tours are evolving and how directors across the Golfweek Amateur Tour are raising the bar for amateur golf nationwide. We close things out with some Masters talk, travel stories, and a reminder of what makes this tour special: competition, camaraderie, and a community that feels like family. If you’re looking for amateur golf tournaments, want to compete in a National Championship, or just love the game, this is your tour. Learn more or find your local tour: amateurgolftour.net senioramateurgolftour.net Because this is where Amateurs Play Like Pros. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 35 mins
  • From Local Tours to National Dreams: Building the Ultimate Golfweek Amateur Tour Golf Experience

    From Local Tours to National Dreams: Building the Ultimate Golfweek Amateur Tour Golf Experience
    Mar 23 2026
    Welcome back to another episode of the Golfweek Amateur Tour Podcast, where amateurs play like pros and every round has a story. This week, we’re diving deep into the heart of Golfweek Amateur Tour competition, from tour growth to unforgettable moments on the course. Tim and Chris sit down with Alabama Tour Director Scott Parker, who’s quietly building one of the most respected local golf tours in the country. Scott shares how his Golfweek Amateur Tour and Senior Amateur Tour have exploded in growth, what it takes to run high-level amateur golf tournaments, and why pace of play might be the most underrated factor in competitive golf. Then, we head to Orlando, where Chris Rocha caught up with champions across multiple flights, highlighting what makes this golf community so unique: competition, camaraderie, and a whole lot of grit. Why Alabama might be the most underrated destination in amateur golf How strong relationships drive success in competitive golf events The real impact of pace of play on tournament quality Why two-day events are becoming the future of golf tournaments What separates top players from the rest (hint: it’s not just talent) Behind-the-scenes stories from Orlando’s rising amateur golf competition Chris brings you on-the-ground interviews with flight winners who battled tough conditions, demanding greens, and serious competition: Champ Flight: A comeback round under pressure A Flight: Strategic driving and course management B Flight: Staying mentally tough through adversity C & D Flights: Grit, resilience, and pure love for the game This isn’t just about scores, it’s about the Golfweek Amateur Tour experience: Traveling across the country for golf tournaments Building lifelong friendships Competing in a true amateur golf competition environment Chasing that ultimate goal, the National Championship What You’ll Learn in This Episode:Orlando Winners Recap:Why It Matters:If you’ve ever thought about joining a local golf tour, this episode shows you exactly why you should. Ready to tee it up?Visit amateurgolftour.net or senioramateurgolftour.net and find a tournament near you. Because this is where everyday golfers become competitors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 36 mins
  • Inside the Golfweek Amateur Tour: Real Stories from Competitive Amateur Golf

    Inside the Golfweek Amateur Tour: Real Stories from Competitive Amateur Golf
    Mar 9 2026
    In this episode of the Golfweek Amateur Tour - The Podcast, hosts Tim Newman and Chris Rocha dive into another great week in the world of the Golfweek Amateur Tour and Senior Amateur Tour Competition. The episode kicks off with a conversation featuring Sean Redmond, who is making big moves in Virginia as the new Senior Amateur Tour Director while continuing to build the Richmond Golfweek Amateur Tour community. Sean joins the show during a busy regional weekend featuring nearly 190 players competing across two championship golf courses. Sean shares what it takes to run successful competitive golf events, the importance of building relationships with players, and how tour directors across the country work together to strengthen the Golfweek Amateur Tour brand. From securing great golf courses to keeping events affordable for players, Sean explains how the focus always comes back to delivering a world-class experience for everyday golfers. One of the biggest themes of the conversation is something every amateur golfer understands: the brotherhood that forms through local golf tours and tournaments. Whether you’re a Champion Flight competitor or a D-Flight grinder, the goal is the same: to compete, improve, and enjoy the game with a community of golfers who share the same passion. Chris also brings coverage from a recent two-man Amateur golf tournament, interviewing champions from multiple divisions. These interviews highlight what makes Golfweek Amateur Tour events special: friendly competition, tough weather conditions, clutch shots, and golfers from across the country coming together to compete. Among the highlights: • A Champ Flight team battles through wind, rain, and cold to secure the win• Division II champions talk about “ham-and-egg” teamwork to stay consistent• Third Flight champions describe a tight final-round battle• Senior Amateur Tour champions discuss clutch eagle shots and course strategy• Chris shares the experience of competing head-to-head with the eventual winners The episode wraps with a behind-the-scenes look at what it’s like for tour directors to balance running tournaments, playing competitive golf, and building a national golf community. If you love Amateur Golf, competitive tournaments, and the stories behind everyday golfers chasing their best rounds, this episode delivers. Because at the Golfweek Amateur Tour, this is truly Where Amateurs Play Like Pros. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 14 mins
  • Quiet Hole-in-One, Loud Lessons: Cowboy Golf, Course Management & Senior Icebreaker Highlights

    Quiet Hole-in-One, Loud Lessons: Cowboy Golf, Course Management & Senior Icebreaker Highlights
    Feb 23 2026
    Where Amateurs Play Like Pros! This week on the Golfweek Amateur Tour - The Podcast, we bring you everything that makes the Golfweek Amateur Tour & Senior Amateur Tour special: unforgettable moments, hard-earned victories, and the kind of camaraderie that defines our golf community. We kick things off with Champ Flight standout Ty Taylor from the El Paso Tour, fresh off his third hole-in-one, and maybe the quietest ace in Golfweek Amateur Tour history. No roar. No fireworks. Just a striped six-iron into the wind at Rio Mimbres… and then the realization that it disappeared. Classic. Ty walks us through: His 190-yard par-3 ace in brutal Deming wind Why he almost kept playing the hole-in-one ball (rookie move avoided) How he’s stacked up 55 birdies, 4 eagles, and 5 wins in 31 Amateur Golf tournaments Why eliminating “hero shots” is the key to better scores in Competitive Golf Events If you’re a high handicapper trying to level up your tournament game, this is gold. The difference between Champ Flight and the rest? It’s not magic. It’s avoiding triples and playing smart. Then we shift to Hilton Head Island for coverage from the Senior Icebreaker Regional, one of the most relaxed, competitive, and fun stops in our National Championship season. We hear from: Eli Villanueva (Champ Flight) - From 7 back to playoff victory Keith Breazeale (A Flight) - Steady 80-80 consistency under pressure Michael Anderson (B Flight) - Two-time Senior National Champion, doing what he does best David Yi (C Flight) - 88-88 and walks away with the win Butch Novak (D Flight & Tour Director) - Playoff victory and a Firestone plug This is what Amateur golf tournaments are about. Different flights. Different journeys. Same competitive fire. We also get a Myrtle Beach tournament update from Chris Rocha as he preps for a team event and breaks down the strategy behind managing weather, tee times, and team scoring. If you love tournament golf, competitive strategy, and stories from everyday golfers chasing the next great round, this is your golf podcast for everyday golfers. Listen. Compete. Travel. Win. Find your tour at:amateurgolftour.netsenioramateurgolftour.net Because this is Where Amateurs Play Like Pros. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 16 mins
  • From Brutal Playoffs to New Tour Directors: Inside the Golfweek Amateur Tour

    From Brutal Playoffs to New Tour Directors: Inside the Golfweek Amateur Tour
    Feb 9 2026
    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 with big plans for growth, inclusion, and community engagement. Course Talk & Insider Picks - Palencia earns high praise in Florida, while TPC Wisconsin headlines the Milwaukee schedule with limited spots and major demand. Tour Momentum Is Real - Membership numbers are climbing, tournaments are filling fast, and regional events like Orlando and Myrtle Beach are already on players’ radar. Why This Episode Matters This is not just a golf podcast for everyday golfers, it’s a behind-the-scenes look at why competitive golf events thrive when the focus is equal parts competition and camaraderie. Whether you’re chasing points, a National Championship berth, or simply great competition with great people, the Golfweek Amateur Tour delivers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 9 mins
  • Weather Wars, Ryder Cup Belts & Why Course Management Still Wins

    Weather Wars, Ryder Cup Belts & Why Course Management Still Wins
    Jan 26 2026
    Grab your rain gear and tighten your grips, this episode of the Golfweek Amateur Tour - The Podcast delivers everything amateur golfers love: competitive golf events, brutal weather stories, Ryder Cup belt chaos, and the camaraderie that makes the Golfweek Amateur Tour one of the strongest golf communities in the country. Co-hosts Tim Newman and Chris Rocha break down the Southern Icebreaker, early-season jitters, and what it takes to survive tournament golf when the wind, rain, and pressure all show up uninvited. This is amateur golf competition at its finest and funniest. What You’ll Hear in This Episode Regional Season Kickoff The 2026 season is officially rolling. Tim and Chris talk about launching one of the biggest fields yet, juggling logistics, and why early-season tournaments test more than just your swing. Featured Guest: Dan Constantino Champ Flight standout Dan Constantino joins the show to talk: Playing Harbor Town in brutal conditions Why iron play and course management matter more than swing aesthetics How higher-handicap golfers can score better by avoiding hero shots His growing YouTube presence blending golf, travel, and real-world golf advice The Ryder Cup Belt Saga Robin Scheffer explains how the Ryder Cup belt has become part trophy, part traveling circus. From Hilton Head photo ops to post-round storytelling, it’s a reminder that competitive golf events are better when fun comes along for the ride. Tournament Recaps A full breakdown of the Southern Icebreaker at Harbor Town and the Jones Course, including: How players navigated wind, rain, and tight sightlines Why “bogey golf” wins when conditions get ugly Flight winner shoutouts and behind-the-scenes insights Flight Winners Shoutout Congratulations to: Champ: Joe Jaspers A Flight: John Dobbins B Flight: Andy Murrow C Flight: Tom Fitzsimmons D Flight: John Cullom Each winner shares what it took to grind out a victory in true tournament conditions. Key Takeaways for Everyday Golfers Weather exposes decision-making faster than any driving range Course management beats swing tinkering under pressure Competitive golf builds confidence and friendships Golfweek Amateur Tour tournaments are about community as much as scorecards Why This Episode Matters If you love amateur golf, local golf tours, and real conversations about competitive golf without the fluff, this episode delivers. It’s proof that the Golfweek Amateur Tour isn’t just about winning trophies; it’s about growing the game and the people who play it. Listen & Learn More Catch this episode and explore upcoming Golfweek Amateur Tour and Senior Amateur Tour events at:amateurgolftour.netsenioramateurgolftour.net Subscribe, share, and leave a review, because the golf community grows one story at a time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 35 mins
  • New Year, SAME Rules, Vegas Winds & Smarter Amateur Golf Decisions

    New Year, SAME Rules, Vegas Winds & Smarter Amateur Golf Decisions
    Jan 12 2026
    Send us a text The new year is here, and it’s time for amateur golfers to stop giving strokes away. In this episode of Golfweek Amateur Tour - The Podcast, Tim Newman and Chris Rocha kick off 2026 with a deep dive into the most misunderstood USGA rules, smart competitive golf strategy, and a Vegas tour update that every serious amateur golfer should hear. We start with Roger breaking down the USGA rules that trip up even experienced players, from embedded ball relief outside the fairway cut to red penalty area options, nearest point of relief versus the nicest lie, and what really happens when a practice swing moves your ball. If you play Golfweek Amateur Tour tournaments, these are the rules mistakes quietly wrecking scorecards every weekend. Then we head west with Las Vegas Tour Director Kevin Durant, who gives a candid update on the Vegas Golfweek Amateur Tour, including why Paiute plays completely different when the wind kicks up, how practice rounds and single-day tune-ups can sharpen your game, and why the Golfweek Amateur Tour continues to deliver elite competitive golf events at fair prices. Kevin also shares his transition into A-Flight, mindset shifts, and how regional events prepare players for the National Championship. We wrap with mindset, travel strategy, and consistency, because the Golfweek Amateur Tour isn’t just about swing mechanics. It’s about preparation, routine, community, and making smarter decisions under pressure. This episode is for everyday golfers who want to play better, travel smarter, and compete like pros, without acting like one. Where Amateurs Play Like Pros! Support the show Podcast HomepageGolfweek Amateur TourSenior Amateur TourFacebookYouTubeSrixonJondo Sunglasses Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr and 19 mins