The Bag Drop: Untold Stories in Golf

What if golf stopped calling it a rollback and started calling it what it really is: normal regulation of the In this episode of The Bag Drop: Untold Stories in Golf, our host duo of Matt and Dr. Kevin("The Professor") uses Formula 1 as a revealing mirror for golf. Starting with F1’s sweeping 2026 changes, they ask a bigger question: why is one sport willing to consistently regulate boldly for the product it wants, while golf so often hesitates?From overtaking, driver agency, and protecting Monaco, to new changes in St Andrews, Pebble, and the distance debate in pro golf, this is a conversation about stewardship, skill differentiation, and what the powers that be want their sport to look like at its highest level. Down the closing stretch, Matt and Kevin dream up some fun golf comps - including smaller club heads, a smaller ball, reduced grooves, team caps, and a deployable "bazooka" driver.The conversation dives into:🏎️ What F1’s 2026 regulations are really trying to do - create a better racing product with more strategy, more overtakes, and more driver input⛳ Why "rollback" may be the wrong word - and why regulation should start with the question of what kind of golf we actually want to watch🏛️ What Monaco can teach golf about St Andrews, Pebble, and protecting the timeless grounds of the game🛠️ Creative golf thought experiments inspired by our friends and motor-heads 🌱 Why non-regulation is still regulation - and what stewardship looks like when the future of the sport is on the lineFollow The Bag Drop📸 Instagram/Facebook/Threads: https://www.instagram.com/thebagdrop🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/thebagdropgolf📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBagDropGolfListen to The Bag Drop🎧 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bag-drop-untold-stories-in-golf/id1430328006🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2xRWtUBJH8RazdLw14oaGH🎧 Transistor: https://thebagdrop.transistor.fm/Join the NewClub community🌍 Website: https://www.newclub.golf📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newclubgolf/🐦 X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/newclubgolf📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@newclubgolf💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/newclubSupport our Partners🐝 NewClub: https://www.newclub.golf🏌️ Titleist: https://www.titleist.com🌐 Golf Blueprint: https://www.golfblueprint.comConnect with Matt & The Professor🎙️ Matt Considine - 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/consequential85 | 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/consequence18/ | 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-considine-103bb21/📚 Dr. Kevin Moore ("The Professor") - 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/kevcmoore | 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevcmoore | 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-moore-177b30b3/Chapters00:00 Rollback vs. regulation01:07 What F1 is changing for 202605:37 Why F1 keeps regulating11:19 Regulation, parity, and unintended consequences16:08 What golf can learn from F119:01 Why "rollback" is the wrong word23:47 Monaco, St Andrews, and iconic venues30:53 Golf comps for F1 rule changes34:05 The "bazooka" driver thought experiment41:02 Non-regulation is still regulation44:31 Variance, leaderboards, and the productWhat is The Bag Drop?The Bag Drop features weekly stories from the culture, community, and characters shaping golf today. Produced by NewClub Golf Society, each episode blends authenticity and expert insight for passionate golfers at every level.What is NewClub?Founded in 2017, NewClub blends the community and access of a private club with the variety and affordability of public golf, bringing to life the first premier golf society in the U.S. with local chapters in Chicago, Atlanta, and Northeast Ohio and others coming soon. 

Is your game (and your mental state) ready for the season ahead? No Winter Lasts Forever: Anthony Kim, Redemption, and Spring’s Return — Matt Considine and Dr. Kevin Moore (“The Professor”) get into that familiar late-winter feeling: the itch to walk it out for 18 again, the hope that comes with a clean slate, and why golf still works as a quiet kind of therapy. From Anthony Kim’s comeback to Solo Golden Hours or Dew-Sweeping with the crew, this one’s about renewal—and the things we are looking forward to most. Follow The Bag Drop📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebagdrop🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/thebagdropgolf📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBagDropGolfListen to The Bag Drop🎧 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bag-drop-untold-stories-in-golf/id1430328006🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2xRWtUBJH8RazdLw14oaGH🎧 Website: https://thebagdrop.transistor.fm/Join the NewClub community🌍 Website: https://www.newclub.golf📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newclubgolf/🐦 X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/newclubgolf📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@newclubgolf💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/newclubSupport our Partners🐝 NewClub: https://www.newclub.golf🏌️ Titleist: https://www.titleist.com🌐 Golf Blueprint: https://www.golfblueprint.comConnect with Matt & The Professor🎙️ Matt Considine — 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/consequential85 | 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/consequence18/ | 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-considine-103bb21/📚 Dr. Kevin Moore ("The Professor") — 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/kevcmoore | 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevcmoore | 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-moore-177b30b3/Chapters00:00 Introduction and musical vibes02:38 Golf season anticipation + Anthony Kim’s comeback10:17 Personal growth and redemption in golf15:47 Connection and community (the walks with the crew)23:19 The joy of early morning tee times33:24 Routine, reps, and the process of improvement44:11 Looking forward to the seasonWhat is The Bag Drop?The Bag Drop delivers meaningful, untold stories from the culture, community, and characters shaping golf today—produced by NewClub Golf Society. A club. A community. A way of life.What is NewClub?Founded in 2017, NewClub is the premier private golf society in the United States. It blends the community and access of a private club with the variety and affordability of public golf. Members enjoy thousands of reserved tee times, competitions and events at exceptional partner courses across our local chapters, as well as signature trips and exclusive perks. NewClub is revolutionizing golf membership, making the game more meaningful for those who love it.

Did you look up in February and think… wait, what happened in the golf world while I was living my life?In this episode of The Bag Drop: Untold Stories in Golf, host Matt Considine and co-host Dr. Kevin Moore (a.k.a. “The Professor”) run a winter catch-up for those who may not follow every headline during their off-season. The conversation dives into: Masters tickets getting tighter (and Augusta’s preference for quality control over cash)LIV finally getting OWGR points — what it means, what it doesn’t, and where it goes nextTGL (and the broader indoor-golf boom) as golf’s new pop-culture front doorThe golf ball rollback is getting punted again (new testing standards pushed to 2030)The National Links Trust vs Trump situation in DC — and the fight for municipal golf’s futureUSGA Green Section tech: AI + precision spraying that could reduce chemicals, cut costs, and improve sustainabilityFollow The Bag Drop: 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebagdrop🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/thebagdropgolf📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheBagDropGolf🎧 Transistor: https://thebagdrop.transistor.fm/Join the NewClub community🌍 Website: https://www.newclub.golf 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newclubgolf/ 🐦 X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/newclubgolf 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@newclubgolf 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/newclubLinks & Partners 🐝 NewClub: https://www.newclub.golf 🏌️ Titleist: https://www.titleist.com 🌐 Golf Blueprint: https://www.golfblueprint.com 🏛️ National Links Trust: https://nationallinkstrust.org 🌱 USGA Course Care / Green Section: https://www.usga.org/course-care.html 🏟️ TGL: https://tglgolf.comListen to The Bag Drop🎧 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bag-drop-untold-stories-in-golf/id1430328006 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2xRWtUBJH8RazdLw14oaGH 🎧 Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/633c8703-5880-4522-bd6d-5967b45fc777/the-bag-drop-untold-stories-in-golf 🎧 Transistor: https://thebagdrop.transistor.fm/Connect with Matt & The Professor 🎙️ Matt Considine — 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/consequential85 | 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/consequence18/ | 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-considine-103bb21/ 📚 Dr. Kevin Moore ("The Professor") — 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/kevcmoore | 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevcmoore | 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-moore-177b30b3/Chapters 00:00 Introduction + winter check-in 10:20 Titleist talk + new gear quick hit 15:20 LIV gets OWGR points: the “now what?” conversation 20:50 Masters tickets tighten: SeatGeek + Augusta control 25:46 Golf ball rollback/testing standards punted to 2030 31:27 National Links Trust vs Trump/NLT: DC munis + the soul of public golf 37:14 TGL + indoor golf leagues: where “public-facing golf” is headed 44:37 USGA Green Section: AI precision spraying, sustainability, and cost pressure 51:30 Wrap + what we’re watching nextWhat is NewClub? Founded in 2017, NewClub is the premier private golf society in the United States. It blends the community and access of a private club with the variety and affordability of public golf. Members enjoy thousands of reserved tee times, competitions and events at exceptional partner courses across our local chapters, as well as signature trips and exclusive perks. NewClub is revolutionizing golf membership, making the game more meaningful for those who love it.What is The Bag Drop? The Bag Drop features weekly stories from the culture, community and characters shaping golf today. Produced by NewClub Golf Society, each episode blends authenticity and expert insights for passionate golfers at all levels. Special guests from clubs, courses and every corner of the changing landscape join us for thoughtful, in-depth discussions on all things golf.

Can one swing make golf simpler — and keep you playing longer?In this episode of The Bag Drop: Untold Stories in Golf, host Matt Considine and cohost Dr. Kevin Moore (a.k.a. “The Professor”) sit down with Todd Graves (founder of Graves Golf Academy and a leading steward of Moe Norman’s single-plane swing) to explore Moe’s legend, the science of striking it pure, and why biomechanics matter more than “pretty positions.”If you’ve ever chased consistency, fought back pain, or wondered why Bryson DeChambeau geeks out like a NASA scientist on Moe Norman's legendary golf swing, this one’s for you.The conversation dives into:• Moe Norman’s legacy — and what Todd learned by spending a decade with him• Why “the sound of the golf ball” is the one true tell for the flushiest flushers• Single-plane biomechanics, efficiency, and injury prevention (especially for senior golfers)• “Positions before sequence before speed” — and why commitment beats tinkering• Bryson DeChambeau: where modern science meets Moe’s blueprint• Why Todd prefers to fit golfers into a great swing (not fit clubs to a broken one)Connect with our guests🏌️ Todd Graves — Graves Golf Academy — https://gravesgolf.com/about-graves-golf/🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/gravesgolf | 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gravesgolfacademy/ | 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/GravesGolfAcademy | 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GravesGolf📘 Todd’s book: The Intelligent Golf Swing — https://intelligentgolfswing.com/Join the NewClub community🌍 Website: https://www.newclub.golf📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newclubgolf/🐦 X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/newclubgolf📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@newclubgolf💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/newclubLinks & Partners🐝 NewClub: https://www.newclub.golf🏌️ Titleist: https://www.titleist.com🌐 Golf Blueprint: https://www.golfblueprint.comListen to The Bag Drop🎧 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bag-drop-untold-stories-in-golf/id1430328006🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2xRWtUBJH8RazdLw14oaGH🎧 Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/633c8703-5880-4522-bd6d-5967b45fc777/the-bag-drop-untold-stories-in-golf🎧 Transistor: https://thebagdrop.transistor.fm/Connect with Matt & The Professor🎙️ Matt Considine — 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/consequential85 | 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/consequence18/ | 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-considine-103bb21/📚 Dr. Kevin Moore ("The Professor") — 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/kevcmoore | 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevcmoore | 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-moore-177b30b3/Chapters00:00 Introduction and Excitement for Golf Season04:24 The Legacy of Moe Norman and Single Plane Swing16:30 Todd Graves’ Journey and Connection with Moe Norman25:13 The Science Behind the Single Plane Swing41:35 Doubts and Convictions in Teaching the Single Plane Swing49:55 The Importance of Commitment in Golf Instruction57:29 Advice for Senior Golfers and Injury Prevention01:07:05 Bryson DeChambeau and Modern Golf Techniques01:09:37 Conclusion and Legacy of Moe NormanQuestions or feedback for the hosts? Email: thebagdrop@newclub.golfWhat is NewClub?NewClub is a private golf society built for modern golfers — more access, more community, and more memorable rounds without the traditional private club baggage.What is The Bag Drop?The Bag Drop delivers meaningful untold stories from the culture, community, and characters shaping golf today — with the occasional deep dive into history, architecture, and the stuff that connects us all as golfers. 

What happens when eight NewClub members stop being polite and start getting REAL? This is the true story of the Pilgrimage II to St. Andrews and our Reunion special…In this episode of The Bag Drop: Untold Stories in Golf, host Matt Considine and co‑host Dr. Kevin Moore (a.k.a. “The Professor”) sit down with members of our Pilgrimage II crew — Robert Bruce, Scott Ford, Chris Knoizen, George Myers, Ian O’Br ien, Jay Searle, Todd Smith and Jeff Walraven — to explore how returning to St. Andrews reveals the true soul of the game. From travel mishaps and tempestuous weather to spirited matches for the Pilgrimage Quaish, this reunion episode examines the traditions, camaraderie, and life lessons forged on the links.The conversation dives into:- The peace and perspective found in St. Andrews, and why this trip feels different every time - How a lost passport and Scottish hospitality turned into an unforgettable travel story - Playing through gale‑force winds at Carnoustie and what makes links golf so memorable - The excitement of chasing the Old Course ballot and the thrill of teeing off on golf’s most storied turf - Friendly rivalries, team dynamics and the quest for the Pilgrimage Quaish - Cultural connections—from speaking Korean on the Eden course to hickory‑club rounds and Highland explorations - Life lessons about embracing the present moment and making the game accessible for everyoneConnect with our guests and the Pilgrimage II Crew: ⛳ Robert Bruce — NewClub Atlanta ⛳ Scott Ford — NewClub Atlanta ⛳ Chris Knoizen — NewClub Atlanta ⛳ George Myers — NewClub Chicago ⛳ Ian O’Br ien — NewClub National ⛳ Jay Searle — NewClub Chicago ⛳ Todd Smith — NewClub Atlanta ⛳ Jeff Walraven — NewClub National Join the NewClub community🌍 Website: https://www.newclub.golf📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newclubgolf/🐦 X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/newclubgolf📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@newclubgolf💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/newclubLinks & Partners🏌️ Titleist: https://www.titleist.com🌐 Adamson Links: https://www.adamsonlinks.com/Listen to The Bag Drop🎧 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bag-drop-untold-stories-in-golf/id1430328006🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2xRWtUBJH8RazdLw14oaGH🎧 Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/633c8703-5880-4522-bd6d-5967b45fc777/the-bag-drop-untold-stories-in-golf🎧 Transistor: https://thebagdrop.transistor.fm/Connect with Matt & The Professor🎙️ Matt Considine — 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/consequential85 | 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/consequence18/ | 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-considine-103bb21/📚 Dr. Kevin Moore ("The Professor") — 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/kevcmoore | 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevcmoore | 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-moore-177b30b3/🗣️ Contribute to the show! — 📧 email: thebagdrop@newclub.golfChapters00:00 Introduction to the NewClub Pilgrimage 02:01 The Spirit of St. Andrews 05:43 The Pilgrimage Experience 06:48 Reflections on the Journey 09:54 Challenges and Triumphs 13:21 Unreasonable Hospitality 15:05 The Competition Dynamics 20:31 Memorable Moments at Carnoustie 23:24 Cultural Connections in Golf 28:42 The Old Course Experience 29:59 Navigating the Anxiety of Tee Times 32:47 The Experience of Playing at St. Andrews 36:32 Lessons from the Old Course 40:42 Memorable Encounters and Connections 45:17 Exploring Beyond St. Andrews 57:35 Reflections on the Pilgrimage Experience 58:04 Unexpected Moments in Golf History 01:00:14 The Hickory Experience: A Memorable Round 01:02:33 Transformative Golf Journeys: Lessons Learned 01:04:30 The Closing Dinner: Reflections and Toasts 01:09:10 Personal Growth Through Golf 01:12:32 The Spiritual Journey of Golf 01:18:13 Advice for Future Pilgrims: Embracing the ExperienceWhat is NewClub?Founded in 2017, NewClub is the premier private golf society in the United States. It blends the community and access of a private club with the variety and affordability of public golf. Members enjoy thousands of reserved tee times, competitions and events at exceptional partner courses across our local chapters, as well as signature trips and exclusive perks. NewClub is revolutionizing golf membership, making the game more meaningful for those who love it.What is The Bag Drop?The Bag Drop features weekly stories from the culture, community and characters shaping golf today. Produced by NewClub Golf Society, each episode blends authenticity and expert insights for passionate golfers at all levels. Special guests from clubs, courses and every corner of the changing landscape join us for thoughtful, in‑depth discussions on all things golf.

How does a professional MMA fighter go from combat to the course and find meaning in amateur golf? In this episode of The Bag Drop: Untold Stories in Golf, host Matt Considine and co-host Dr. Kevin Moore (a.k.a. “The Professor”) sit down with Caleb Bowman (former MMA fighter & Chief Sales Officer at Solid Property Investments) to explore the more profound parallels between combat sports, competitive golf, mental discipline, and the selfless pursuit of purpose—on and off the course.The conversation dives into:Matt & Kevin’s long-awaited debut at the USGA Four-Ball QualifierCaleb’s journey from the MMA cage to the golf courseHow adrenaline, fear, and mental discipline shape performanceThe power of selflessness, service, and mission workGolf as a mirror for life’s challenges and personal growthWhy minimizing mistakes—on the course and in life—creates breakthroughsThe birdie game, snacks as strategy, and the psychology of partnership playConnect with our guest🔨 Caleb Bowman — Solid Property Investments (Roofing & Construction, GA): https://www.solidpropertyga.comJoin the NewClub community🌍 Website: https://www.newclub.golf 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newclubgolf/ 🐦 X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/newclubgolf 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@newclubgolf 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/newclubLinks & Partners🐝 NewClub: https://www.newclub.golf 🏌️ Titleist: https://www.titleist.com 🌐 Golf Blueprint: https://www.golfblueprint.comListen to The Bag Drop🎧 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bag-drop-untold-stories-in-golf/id1430328006 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2xRWtUBJH8RazdLw14oaGH 🎧 Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/633c8703-5880-4522-bd6d-5967b45fc777/the-bag-drop-untold-stories-in-golf 🎧 Transistor: https://thebagdrop.transistor.fm/Connect with Matt & The Professor🎙️ Matt Considine ("The Host") — 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/consequential85 | 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/consequence18/ | 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-considine-103bb21/📚 Dr. Kevin Moore ("The Professor") — 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/kevcmoore | 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevcmoore | 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-moore-177b30b3/🗣️ Contribute to the show! 📧 thebagdrop@newclub.golfChapters00:00 Introduction02:32 The Journey to the USGA Four-Ball09:47 Meeting Caleb Bowman12:09 The Social Side of Golf14:07 Competition & the Fighter’s Mindset17:14 Where Four-Ball Came From20:27 Why Four-Ball Is So Popular22:34 Team Dynamics & Trust26:07 The Importance of Snacks30:38 Inside the Birdie Game35:07 Adrenaline in Golf vs MMA41:57 Selflessness & Mission Work55:28 Golf’s Hardest Life Lessons58:32 Community & Connection59:30 Major Golf Event Moments01:05:21 From Beginner to Plus-Two01:12:04 Mental Strategies for ImprovementWhat is NewClub?Founded in 2017, NewClub is the premier private golf society in the United States. It blends the community and access of a private club with the variety and affordability of public golf. Members enjoy thousands of reserved tee times, competitions, and events at exceptional partner courses across our local chapters, as well as signature trips and exclusive perks. NewClub is revolutionizing golf membership, making the game more meaningful for those who love it.What is The Bag Drop?The Bag Drop features weekly stories from the culture, community, and characters shaping golf today. Produced by NewClub Golf Society, each episode blends authenticity and expert insights for passionate golfers at all levels. Special guests from clubs, courses, and every corner of the changing landscape join us for thoughtful, in-depth discussions on all things golf.

Can a walking-first golf club in metro Detroit blend a patron-style membership model with public access and sustainable design—and still feel like a world-class place to play golf?In this episode of The Bag Drop: Untold Stories in Golf, host Matt Considine (Founder of NewClub) and co-host Dr. Kevin Moore (AKA The Professor) sit down with Proving Ground Golf Club’s Ben Cowan to explore how a walking-first, public-access course outside Detroit is rethinking memberships and club culture. From the patron member model and daily public tee times to sustainable maintenance practices and a complete Mike DeVries reimagining of Dunham Hills, they dig into what it takes to build a modern club that puts golf—and community—first.The conversation dives into:Why walking golf changes the cadence of a round, the quality of conversation, and the health of the gameHow golf societies and “clubs without real estate” shaped Ben’s view of membership and communityProving Ground’s patron member model: affordable dues, no initiation, and daily public-access tee timesSustainability and maintenance meld: rough that’s actually rough, bunkers as bunkers, and walkable routingWorking with architect Mike DeVries to turn Dunham Hills into a walking-first modern classicJuniors, high school teams, pace-of-play pledges, and why access sits at the center of the projectConnect with our guests ⛳️ Proving Ground Golf Club / Ben Cowan — http://www.devriesgolfdetroit.com/ | 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/DevriesGolfDet | 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/devriesgolfdetroit/ | ✉️ Email: devriesgolfdetroit@gmail.comJoin the NewClub community🌍 Website: https://www.newclub.golf 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newclubgolf/ 🐦 X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/newclubgolf ▶️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@newclubgolf 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/newclubLinks & partners ⛳️ NewClub Golf Society: https://www.newclub.golf 🎯 Titleist: https://www.titleist.com 📊 Golf Blueprint: https://www.golfblueprint.comListen to The Bag Drop 🎧 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bag-drop-untold-stories-in-golf/id1430328006 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2xRWtUBJH8RazdLw14oaGH 🎧 Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/633c8703-5880-4522-bd6d-5967b45fc777/the-bag-drop-untold-stories-in-golf 🎧 Transistor: https://thebagdrop.transistor.fm/ 🎧 SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/the-bag-dropConnect with Matt & The Professor 🎙️ Matt Considine — 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/consequential85 | 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/consequence18/ | 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-considine-103bb21/ 📚 Dr. Kevin Moore ("The Professor") — 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/kevcmoore | 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevcmoore | 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-moore-177b30b3/Chapters 00:00 Introduction & fall-golf banter 05:00 Walking vs. riding 14:00 Golf societies & Walking Golfers Society 26:00 Patron member model & daily public access 39:00 Sustainability, maintenance meld & DeVries’ vision 52:00 Juniors, culture & pace of play 01:03:00 Rapid-fire questions & closingWhat is NewClub? NewClub Golf Society is a private golf society without real estate for committed golfers who care more about access, architecture, and community than locker-room status. Members enjoy curated tee sheets, competitions, events, and bucket-list travel across partner clubs in each chapter.What is The Bag Drop?The Bag Drop: Untold Stories in Golf shares weekly stories from the culture, community, and characters shaping the game today. Produced by NewClub Golf Society, the show pairs honest, curious conversations with expert insight from clubs, courses, and every corner of golf’s evolving landscape.

What does “amateur” really mean in 2025—when reinstated pros, NIL, and a Masters invite collide?In this episode of The Bag Drop: Untold Stories in Golf, host Matt Considine and co-host Dr. Kevin Moore (a.k.a. “The Professor”) explore how reinstated professionals, NIL-era amateurs, and governing-body policy are reshaping elite amateur golf—the discussion is timely and personal, as the duo is prepping for their own USGA Four-Ball bid in November.The conversation dives into:🗺️ USGA Four-Ball prep, roles, and strategy ahead of Nov 17 Qualifier🏁 NewClub Atlanta Club Championship at Bobby Jones GC: pick-the-tee strategy, massive greens, and champions crowned🍬 A candy-fueled warm-up: the “leftovers,” Top-10 sellers🧲 The “college putter” decision, arm-bar stance, and putting science (range of motion → more makes!)🧾 Reinstatement basics: fees, true “cooling-off,” back-dating, and living like an am💼 NIL’s ripple effects and why “reps never leave you”🏆 The Mid-Am flashpoint: late-round fields stacked with reinstated players and the Masters invite incentive🧭 Solutions: hard red lines (e.g., PGA/KFT wins), multi-year restrictions for crown-jewel amateur events, or a new competitive categoryJoin the NewClub community🌍 Website: https://www.newclub.golf📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newclubgolf/🐦 X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/newclubgolf📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@newclubgolf💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/newclubLinks & Partners🐝 NewClub: https://www.newclub.golf🏌️ Titleist: https://www.titleist.com🌐 Golf Blueprint: https://www.golfblueprint.comListen to The Bag Drop🎧 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bag-drop-untold-stories-in-golf/id1430328006🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2xRWtUBJH8RazdLw14oaGH🎧 Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/633c8703-5880-4522-bd6d-5967b45fc777/the-bag-drop-untold-stories-in-golf🎧 Transistor: https://thebagdrop.transistor.fm/Connect with Matt & The Professor🎙️ Matt Considine — 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/consequential85 | 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/consequence18/ | 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-considine-103bb21/📚 Dr. Kevin Moore ("The Professor") — 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/kevcmoore | 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevcmoore | 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-moore-177b30b3/🗣️ Contribute to the show! — 📧 thebagdrop@newclub.golfChapters00:00 Introduction & Four-Ball announcement (Nov 17, White Homs CC)02:11 Four-Ball prep, roles, and strategy02:10–02:48 Putting science: range-of-motion and make rates (via NLU/Sasho MacKenzie)03:00 The “college putter,” arm-bar stance, and chasing true potential05:20 Post-Halloween candy banter; Top-10 sellers; M&M’s at #109:26 NewClub Atlanta Club Championship at Bobby Jones GC; pick-the-tee match play11:46 Reinstatement 101: application, fees, back-dating, and “live like an amateur”19:59 NIL’s impact and why waiting on new policy may be smart22:17 Scale check: 700–800 reinstatement applications per year26:00 2025 U.S. Mid-Am flashpoint: reinstated players in late rounds27:44 Masters invite as unstated motivator30:48 History: from class lines to competition reality37:04 “Reps never leave you”: why fresh pro reps create imbalance49:22 Colt Knost: sincerity vs consequences and dilution risk53:55 Solution space: thresholds, categories, and principles58:22 Easy red lines: PGA/KFT wins01:06:32 Cooling-off vs reinstatement windows; restricted-event idea01:14:13 Will the USGA act? Principles vs popularity01:18:38 Iron sharpens iron; closing thoughtsWhat is NewClub?Founded in 2017, NewClub is the premier private golf society in the United States. It blends the community and access of a private club with the variety and affordability of public golf. Members enjoy thousands of reserved tee times, competitions and events at exceptional partner courses across our local chapters, as well as signature trips and exclusive perks. NewClub is revolutionizing golf membership, making the game more meaningful for those who love it.What is The Bag Drop?The Bag Drop features weekly stories from the culture, community and characters shaping golf today. Produced by NewClub Golf Society, each episode blends authenticity and expert insights for passionate golfers at all levels. Special guests from clubs, courses and every corner of the changing landscape join us for thoughtful, in-depth discussions on all things golf.

What makes Crystal Downs a thinking golfer’s paradise?In this episode of The Bag Drop: Untold Stories in Golf, host Matt Considine and co-host Dr. Kevin Moore (a.k.a. “The Professor”) unpack the fractured mid-amateur landscape, lay out their plan for a first-ever U.S. Four-Ball Qualifier together, and then flip the mics as The Professor interviews Matt about his first walk at Alister MacKenzie and Perry Maxwell’s Northern Michigan masterpiece, Crystal Downs Country Club. From minimalist clubhouse culture to wind-swept strategy and ecology in full bloom, this one’s for design-curious golfers who love a course that makes you think on every shot.The conversation dives into:Mid-amateurs today: reinstated pros, club championships, and why four-ball is the perfect proving groundPrepping for the U.S. Four-Ball: roles, strategy, and a putter identity crisisFirst impressions at Crystal Downs: the scenic approach, the “no sign” mystique, and a welcoming, golf-first vibeClubhouse culture: small, timeless, and egalitarian (yes, ball washers on every tee)Ecology and feel: monarchs, wildlife, native plants, and how they elevate the experienceRouting, wind, and strategy: severe contours, half-par tension, and the unforgettable 5–8 stretchPatience and stewardship: tree management, preservation, and letting the course reveal itselfHistory: MacKenzie/Maxwell lore, the connector par-3, and a 1970s “walk up and join” storyCrystal Downs Country Club 🏌️ Website: https://www.crystaldowns.org 📖 Top 100 Golf Courses profile: https://www.top100golfcourses.com/golf-course/crystal-downsJoin the NewClub community 🌍 Website: https://www.newclub.golf 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newclubgolf/ 🐦 X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/newclubgolf 📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@newclubgolf 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/newclubLinks & Partners 🐝 NewClub: https://www.newclub.golf 🏌️ Titleist: https://www.titleist.comListen to The Bag Drop 🎧 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bag-drop-untold-stories-in-golf/id1430328006 🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2xRWtUBJH8RazdLw14oaGH 🎧 Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/633c8703-5880-4522-bd6d-5967b45fc777/the-bag-drop-untold-stories-in-golf 🎧 SoundCloud: https://soundcloud.com/the-bag-drop 🎧 Transistor: https://thebagdrop.transistor.fm/Connect with Matt & The Professor 🎙️ Matt Considine — X/Twitter: https://x.com/consequential85 | 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/consequence18/ | 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-considine-103bb21/ 📚 Dr. Kevin Moore (“The Professor”) — 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/kevcmoore | 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevcmoore/ | 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-moore-177b30b3/Contribute to the show! 🗣️💬 Email: thebagdrop@newclub.golfChapters 00:00 Introduction and context 02:40 The mid-amateur landscape 05:47 Prepping for the U.S. Four-Ball Qualifier 08:31 Anticipation of Crystal Downs 11:28 The drive and arrival experience 19:33 Clubhouse ethos and culture 24:21 The ethos of improvement 25:19 First-tee jitters 26:34 Ecology and wildlife at Crystal Downs 28:06 Course design and natural beauty 30:02 Playing Crystal Downs 31:38 Legacy and accessibility in golf 34:09 Completeness of the golf course 36:00 Flow and strategy in course design 37:53 The challenge of Crystal Downs 41:55 Comparative course analysis 44:16 The legacy of Alister MacKenzieWhat is NewClub? Founded in 2017, NewClub is the premier private golf society in the United States. It blends the community and access of a private club with the variety and affordability of public golf. Members enjoy thousands of reserved tee times, competitions, and events at exceptional partner courses across our local chapters, as well as signature trips and exclusive perks. NewClub is revolutionizing golf membership, making the game more meaningful for those who love it.What is The Bag Drop? The Bag Drop features weekly stories from the culture, community, and characters shaping golf today. Produced by NewClub Golf Society, each episode blends authenticity and expert insights for passionate golfers at all levels. Special guests from clubs, courses, and every corner of the changing landscape join us for thoughtful, in-depth discussions on all things golf.

Can Simulated Golf Build Real Community? What if golf’s next great clubhouse is in your neighborhood?In this episode of The Bag Drop: Untold Stories in Golf, host Matt Considine sits down with Jeff Testa, founder of Neighborhood National, to explore how golf simulators, technology, and shared spaces are reshaping the way golfers connect, practice, and build community.The conversation dives into:How technology and simulators are expanding access to golfWhy municipal and local golf remains vital for affordability and inclusionThe entrepreneurial journey behind Neighborhood NationalThe balance between altruism and business in golfHow social connection fuels the next era of the gameConnect with our guest⛳ Jeff Testa — https://www.neighborhoodnationalgc.com — 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/GolfNeighbor | 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/neighborhood.national | 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeff-testa-86507823a/Join the NewClub community🌍 Website: https://www.newclub.golf📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newclubgolf/🐦 X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/newclubgolf📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@newclubgolf💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/newclubLinks & Partners🏡 Neighborhood National: https://www.neighborhoodnationalgc.com🏌️ Titleist: https://www.titleist.com🌐 Golf Blueprint: https://www.golfblueprint.comListen to The Bag Drop🎧 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bag-drop-untold-stories-in-golf/id1430328006🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2xRWtUBJH8RazdLw14oaGH🎧 Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/633c8703-5880-4522-bd6d-5967b45fc777/the-bag-drop-untold-stories-in-golf🎧 Transistor: https://thebagdrop.transistor.fm/Connect with Matt & The Professor🎙️ Matt Considine — 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/consequential85 | 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/consequence18/ | 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-considine-103bb21/📚 Dr. Kevin Moore ("The Professor") — 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/kevcmoore | 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevcmoore | 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-moore-177b30b3/🗣️ Contribute to the show! — 📧 email: thebagdrop@newclub.golfChapters00:00 Introduction to Golf and Community Engagement02:36 The Rise of Municipal Golf and Accessibility05:36 Transitioning from Corporate to Startup Life08:06 Building a Home Golf Simulator10:46 The Concept of Neighborhood National13:41 The Evolution of Golf Simulators16:19 Cultural Shifts in Golf Participation20:21 Altruism vs. Business in Golf23:02 Community and Golf: A Shared Experience25:57 The Importance of Social Connections in Golf28:42 The Future of Golf Technology31:38 Navigating the Golf Industry Landscape34:08 The Role of Neighborhood National in Golf36:56 Closing Thoughts and Future AspirationsWhat is NewClub?Founded in 2017, NewClub is the premier private golf society in the United States. It blends the community and access of a private club with the variety and affordability of public golf. Members enjoy thousands of reserved tee times, competitions and events at exceptional partner courses across our local chapters, as well as signature trips and exclusive perks. NewClub is revolutionizing golf membership, making the game more meaningful for those who love it.What is The Bag Drop?The Bag Drop features weekly stories from the culture, community and characters shaping golf today. Produced by NewClub Golf Society, each episode blends authenticity and expert insights for passionate golfers at all levels. Special guests from clubs, courses, and every corner of the changing landscape join us for thoughtful, in‑depth discussions on all things golf.

What makes a place so special that people want their ashes spread there? In this episode of The Bag Drop: Untold Stories in Golf, host Matt Considine sits down with Colton Craig (golf course architect) and Nick Jorgensen (CEO of Jorgensen Land & Cattle) to talk about the creation of the Lazy J Sporting Club in Ideal, South Dakota.The conversation dives into:The vision of blending golf, hunting, and ranch heritageColton’s passion for golf course architecture and Perry MaxwellNick’s family legacy in cattle farming and community buildingHow they’re shaping a sporting club worthy of ashes — a place people want to call their favorite spot on earth.Connect with our Guests:🐮 Nick Jorgensen — Lazy J Sporting Club — 💼 LinkedIn🪏 Colton Craig — Smyers, Craig, Coyne Golf Course Architects — 💼 LinkedInJoin The Community at NewClub🌍 Website: https://www.newclub.golf📸 Instagram: @newclubgolf🐦 Twitter/X: @newclubgolf📺 Youtube: @newclubgolf💼 LinkedIn: NewClubLinks & Partners🐝 NewClub: https://www.newclub.golf🏌️ Titleist: https://www.titleist.com🌐 Golf Blueprint: https://www.golfblueprint.com/🌾 Lazy J Sporting Club: https://www.lazyjclub.comListen to The Bag Drop🎧 Apple Podcasts: The Bag Drop on Apple🎧 Spotify: The Bag Drop on Spotify🎧 Transistor: The Bag Drop on TransistorConnect with Matt & The Professor🎙️ Matt Considine — 🐦 X/Twitter | 📸 Instagram | 💼 LinkedIn📚 Dr. Kevin Moore “The Professor” — 🐦 X/Twitter | 📸 Instagram| 💼 LinkedInChapters00:00 Introduction to the Lazy J Sporting Club03:59 Meet the Guests: Colton Craig and Nick Jorgensen07:22 Colton's Passion for Golf Course Architecture10:08 Nick Jorgensen's Journey in the Cattle Business16:01 The Vision Behind Lazy J Sporting Club24:10 Connecting Agriculture and Golf28:30 The Aha Moment for Golf Development31:53 The Beauty of the Land and Golf Design33:30 The Journey to Lazy J Sporting Club36:53 The Goldilocks Zone: Land and Design Philosophy38:37 Maximizing Land Use: Golf as the Best Option41:36 Creating Accessibility and Affordability in Golf43:06 A Memorable Experience with Bill Murray46:15 The Future of Lazy J: Milestones and Vision48:52 Unique Offerings: Golf and Hunting Combined51:46 The Sporting Club Experience: Privacy and Adventure56:48 Building a Legacy: Family and Community ValuesWhat is NewClub?Founded in 2017, NewClub is the premier private golf society in the U.S., blending the community and access of a private club with the variety and affordability more akin to a public golf experience. Members enjoy thousands of reserved tee times, competitions, and events at exceptional partner courses across our local chapters, as well as signature trips and exclusive perks. The NewClub ecosystem is revolutionizing golf memberships, pushing traditional U.S. structures forward, and making golf more meaningful for those who genuinely love the game.What is The Bag Drop?Weekly stories from the culture, community, and characters shaping the game today. Produced by NewClub Golf Society, the show blends authenticity and expert insights for passionate golfers at every level. Special guests from clubs, courses, and every corner of the changing landscape will join us for thoughtful, in-depth discussions on all things golf.

What wins the Ryder Cup—ego or humility?In this episode of The Bag Drop: Untold Stories in Golf, host Matt Considine welcomes back Kyle Porter, founder of 🐑 Normal Sport and longtime voice in golf media. Together, they dive into the cultural contrasts between American and European Ryder Cup teams, the balance between confidence (ego) and selflessness (humility) required to win, and how Keegan’s unlikely Captaincy and even more unlikely moves thus far might have shifted the future of U.S. team golf for good.The conversation explores:Ego vs. humility in the unique pressure of team golfHow American individualism and European collectivism shape Ryder Cup outcomesThe influence of leadership and culture on team dynamicsWhy foursomes vs. four-ball formats demand different mindsets and psychological pairingsKeegan Bradley’s surprising humility and what it signals for U.S. Ryder Cup cultureThe emotional toll of competitive golf and what it reveals about players as peopleConnect with our guest🐑 Kyle Porter — Normal SportWebsite: https://www.normalsport.com🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/kyleporterns📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kyleporterns💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kyle-porter-71874848/Join the NewClub community🌍 Website: https://www.newclub.golf📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newclubgolf/🐦 X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/newclubgolf📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@newclubgolf💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/newclubLinks & Partners 🏌️ Titleist: https://www.titleist.com🌐 Golf Blueprint: https://www.golfblueprint.com🐝 NewClub: https://www.newclub.golfListen to The Bag Drop🎧 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bag-drop-untold-stories-in-golf/id1430328006🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2xRWtUBJH8RazdLw14oaGH🎧 Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/633c8703-5880-4522-bd6d-5967b45fc777/the-bag-drop-untold-stories-in-golf🎧 Transistor: https://thebagdrop.transistor.fm/Connect with Matt & The Professor🎙️ Matt Considine — 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/consequential85 | 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/consequence18/ | 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-considine-103bb21/📚 Dr. Kevin Moore ("The Professor") — 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/kevcmoore | 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevcmoore | 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-moore-177b30b3/Chapters00:00 Introduction08:22 American vs. European Team Dynamics18:14 Ego and Humility in Team Golf27:47 Keegan Bradley’s Leadership37:00 The Emotional Toll of Competitive GolfWhat is NewClub?Founded in 2017, NewClub is the premier private golf society in the United States. It blends the community and access of a private club with the variety and affordability of public golf. Members enjoy thousands of reserved tee times, competitions and events at exceptional partner courses across our local chapters, as well as signature trips and exclusive perks. NewClub is revolutionizing golf membership, making the game more meaningful for those who love it.What is The Bag Drop?The Bag Drop features weekly stories from the questions, community and characters shaping golf today. Produced by NewClub Golf Society, each episode blends our untamed curiosities with expert insights for passionate golfers at all levels. Special guests from clubs, courses and every corner of golf’s broad landscape join us for thoughtful, in‑depth discussions on all things golf.

Why does the Ryder Cup make us care so deeply about even the most obscure of Ryder Cuppers?In this episode of The Bag Drop: Untold Stories in Golf, host Matt Considine welcomes back friend of the program and EMMY NOMINATED Sean Martin (Senior Manager, Content Development at the PGA TOUR) to celebrate the magic of fall golf, preview the Ryder Cup, and share stories of lesser-known names who became cult heroes. From JJ Spaun’s resilience to Rory McIlroy’s emotional connection with fans, they explore how community, history, and team spirit make this event unlike anything else in golf.The conversation dives into:Why fall is golf’s best seasonSean’s favorite Ryder Cup underdog storiesJJ Spaun’s comeback and Rory’s emotional pullHome-field advantage and Keegan Bradley’s captaincyPredictions for Bethpage and future Ryder Cup cult heroesConnect with our guest📸 Sean Martin — Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seanmartingolf/🐦 Sean Martin — X/Twitter: https://x.com/PGATOURSMartin💼 Sean Martin — LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/spmartin/Join the NewClub community🌍 Website: https://www.newclub.golf📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/newclubgolf/🐦 X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/newclubgolf📺 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@newclubgolf💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/newclubLinks & Partners🐝 NewClub: https://www.newclub.golf🏌️ Titleist: https://www.titleist.com🌐 Golf Blueprint: https://www.golfblueprint.comRate, Review, and Subscribe to The Bag Drop🎧 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-bag-drop-untold-stories-in-golf/id1430328006🎧 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2xRWtUBJH8RazdLw14oaGH🎧 Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/633c8703-5880-4522-bd6d-5967b45fc777/the-bag-drop-untold-stories-in-golf🎧 Transistor: https://thebagdrop.transistor.fm/Connect with Matt & The Professor🎙️ Matt Considine — 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/consequential85 | 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/consequence18/ | 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matt-considine-103bb21/📚 Dr. Kevin Moore ("The Professor") — 🐦 X/Twitter: https://x.com/kevcmoore | 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevcmoore | 💼 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-moore-177b30b3/Episode Chapters00:00 Introduction and Fall Golf Enthusiasm02:42 Golf Seasons: Preferences and Experiences05:36 Ryder Cup Anticipation and Content Creation08:13 Highlighting Underrated Golfers in the Ryder Cup11:12 Obscure Ryder Cup Heroes and Their Stories19:54 Seve’s Heartbreaking Ryder Cup Experience21:27 Memorable American Players in Ryder Cup History23:15 The Unique Journey of Jeff Overton24:54 Exploring Lesser-Known Ryder Cup Heroes27:02 The Impact of Nicolas Colsaerts28:33 The Molinari Brothers’ Legacy30:35 The Rise of Ben Curtis and Ryan Moore32:26 Future Cult Heroes of the Ryder Cup34:15 Predictions for the Upcoming Ryder CupWhat is NewClub?Founded in 2017, NewClub is the premier private golf society in the United States. It blends the community and access of a private club with the variety and affordability of public golf. Members enjoy thousands of reserved tee times, competitions, and events at exceptional partner courses across our local chapters, as well as signature trips and exclusive perks. NewClub is revolutionizing golf membership, making the game more meaningful for those who love it.What is The Bag Drop?The Bag Drop features weekly stories from the culture, community, and characters shaping golf today. Produced by NewClub Golf Society, each episode blends authenticity and expert insights for passionate golfers at all levels. Special guests from clubs, courses, and every corner of the changing landscape join us for thoughtful, in‑depth discussions on all things golf.

Joel Beall, a senior writer for Golf Digest and author of "Playing Dirty: Rediscovering Golf’s Soul in Scotland in an Age of Sportswashing," offers insights on golf’s civil war, the value of accessibility, and the everyday joys the game brings to individuals and communities alike. This week’s episode was a delightful chat for co-hosts Matt and The Professor. They explore the multifaceted and often hypocritical golf world with Joel, sharing their personal passions, as well as the cultural differences between American and Scottish golf, and, of course, offer some timely insights for the upcoming Ryder Cup. They examine the importance of community in golf, the impact of leadership decisions in the professional game, and the sport's future amid all these changing dynamics.NewClub > https://www.newclub.golfTitleist > https://www.titleist.comPlaying Dirty > https://back9press.com/products/beall00:00 Introduction and Personal Indulgences02:50 The Transition to Golf and Guest Introduction05:45 Exploring the Ryder Cup and Keegan's Captaincy08:27 The Soul of Golf: Scotland vs. America11:34 The Impact of Golf Culture on Personal Experiences14:11 The Joy of Golf and Community Connections16:50 The Future of Golf: Changes and Innovations19:51 Closing Thoughts and Reflections

In this episode of "The Bag Drop: Untold Stories in Golf," hosts Matt Considine and The Professor explore golf courses that any golfer can get excited about! They dive into the charm and potential of some of their favorite accessible places to play the game. They discuss the unique appeal of lesser-known venues, highlighting the importance of accessibility and community in the golf experience. The conversation examines both the history and future of these courses, focusing on how public-private partnerships can revitalize golf spaces. Tune in for an insightful discussion on golf's evolving landscape and the joy of playing courses rich in history and character.NewClub > https://www.newclub.golfTitleist > https://www.titleist.comEpisode ChaptersIntroduction and Welcome - Matt and The Professor set the stage for a discussion on public golf courses.The Allure of Green Valley - Exploring the history and potential of Green Valley.Canal Shores: A Community Pillar - Highlighting the significance of Canal Shores in Chicago.Public-Private Partnerships in Golf - Discussing the role of partnerships in revitalizing golf courses.The Joy of Playing Historic Courses - Reflecting on the nostalgia and charm of public golf.Conclusion and Call to Action - Encouraging listeners to support and appreciate public golf courses.

In this episode, Matt and The Professor explore how certain golf clubs are building upon tradition and revolutionizing the membership model for today's most committed and golf-minded members. By offering flexible options, accessibility with welcoming atmospheres, and a strong community focus that emphasizes the golf experience above all else, these clubs are becoming places where many want to be both members and guests.NewClub > https://www.newclub.golfTitleist > https://www.titleist.comChaptersIntroduction to Unique Membership Models (0:00 - 2:30) Hosts Matt Considine and The Professor introduce the topic of innovative golf club memberships.Taking a Break from Golf (2:31 - 5:00) Discussion on strategies for overcoming a slump in your golf game.The Importance of Club Culture (5:01 - 10:00) Exploring how club culture and member responsibilities shape the golfing experience.Spotlight on Old Barnwell (10:01 - 15:00) Highlighting Old Barnwell's mission and unique approach to membership.Clubs with a Focus on Golf (15:01 - 20:00) Discussion on clubs that prioritize the game of golf over exclusivity.The UK Model in American Golf (20:01 - 25:00) Examining how some American clubs are adopting the UK model of accessibility and membership.Celebrating Club History (25:01 - 30:00) The Professor shares insights on clubs that honor their history and traditions.Shoutouts to Notable Clubs (30:01 - 35:00) Recognizing clubs that are making a positive impact in the golf community.Conclusion and Next Steps (35:01 - End) Closing thoughts and a preview of the next episode

In this episode, Matt and The Professor engage in a focused discussion about professional golf playoffs and tournament formats. They explore the challenges of current playoff systems and suggest innovative alternatives that could improve viewer engagement. The conversation covers group play dynamics, semi-finals structures, and final formats that balance equity with entertainment. They specifically address the TV challenges of match play formats and consider creative scoring systems to keep tournaments exciting. Drawing inspiration from other sports, they propose ideas that blend tradition with innovation, emphasizing formats that create compelling stories while satisfying both players and fans. Throughout, they emphasize the importance of designing championship structures that showcase the best talent and deliver dramatic endings that captivate audiences while not taking any one proposal or potential fix too seriously. NewClub > https://www.newclub.golfTitleist > https://www.titleist.comCreators & Guests The Professor - Host Matt Considine - Host Chapters(00:00) - Introduction and Musical Memories (02:51) - Golf Course Experiences and Recommendations (05:29) - Golfing Challenges and Personal Stories (08:12) - Exploring Championship Formats in Golf (11:10) - Health and Nutrition Insights (14:03) - Professional Golf Playoffs Discussion (27:30) - Playoff Formats in Sports (30:35) - Innovative Ideas for Golf Playoffs (37:28) - Semi-Finals and Championship Structure (46:51) - Television and Match Play Dynamics (50:26) - The Impact of Player Visibility in Match Play (51:08) - Innovative Championship Structures Inspired by Cricket (52:53) - Reimagining Scoring Systems in Golf (54:51) - Enhancing Viewer Engagement Through Match Play Dynamics (56:45) - Learning from Other Sports: The Savannah Bananas Approach (57:36) - The Importance of Home Course Advantage (58:48) - The Complexity of Playoff Formats (59:56) - Balancing Stakeholder Interests in Golf (01:00:25) - Team Golf: A New Era for Professional Golf (01:02:17) - Creative Match Play Formats and Strategies (01:04:10) - The Role of Technology in Golf Broadcasting (01:06:16) - The Future of Golf: Merging Tradition with Innovation

In this episode, Matt Considine and The Professor delve into the concept of duty within the context of golf clubs and country clubs. They explore how duty, or the responsibility of members, influences the culture of each club, and the differences between ownership and rental mindsets in club membership. The conversation also touches on the evolution of golf clubs and their courses, the impact of elite clubs like Augusta National, and the importance of creating an inclusive environment for all golfers. Ultimately, they emphasize the need for clubs to focus on their duty to promote the game of golf and foster community among members and within the broader community.  NewClub > [https://www.newclub.golf](https://www.newclub.golf/) Titleist > [https://www.titleist.com](https://www.titleist.com/)  Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the New Club and Hosting Dynamics 03:54 Exploring Duty in Golf and Club Membership 12:25 The Role of Duty in Golf Culture 20:10 Service Above Self: The True Meaning of Duty 26:32 The Evolution of Golf in America 28:13 Understanding Club Membership Dynamics 32:57 The Concept of Club Citizenship 36:33 The Role of Duty in Club Membership 40:15 Financial Sustainability in Golf Clubs 45:53 The Future of Golf Clubs and Inclusivity 53:17 The Duty of Exclusive Golf Clubs 55:07 Conflicted Individuals and the Role of Augusta National 57:29 Tradition vs. Change in Golf Clubs 01:01:19 The Importance of Club Duty 01:04:08 Creating a New Golf Society 01:11:52 The Broader Impact of Golf Duty

In this episode of the Bag Drop Podcast, our hosts Matt Considine and The Professor are joined by special guest and longtime friend Jamie Grigas to explore the world of competitive golf. Jamie and Matt go way back to childhood where they developed a bond over their shared competitive drive. When they were 10 years old, Jamie told Matt he would caddy for him when he got to the PGA tour. That never happened, but 30 years later Matt decided to return to competitive golf after a 5-year hiatus, and Jamie was there to carry his bag (along with offering needed psychological support). They relive the 2025 Ohio Open, discussing the pressures and joys of tournament golf while drawing parallels with Jamie's swimming and CrossFit backgrounds. The conversation highlights the importance of individual moments, the role of a caddy, true friendship, and the mental challenges faced by golfers at every level. Through personal anecdotes and insights, the episode delves into the transformative power of golf and the significance of embracing the journey rather than focusing solely on the score.  Learn More about NewClub > [https://www.newclub.golf](https://www.newclub.golf/)  The all new T-series irons from Titleist > [https://www.titleist.com](https://www.titleist.com/)

In this episode of The NewClub Bag Drop: Untold Stories in Golf, hosts Matt Considine and The Professor (Dr. Kevin Moore)delve into the profound impact of golf on mental health and personal development. Joined by Robert Jones Black, founder of the Generation Next Project, they explore how the game of golf serves as a powerful tool for teaching resilience, introspection, and emotional control. Discover how golf's unique challenges mirror life's obstacles and learn about the innovative "Change Your Course" program, which utilizes golf to address youth mental health. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that highlights the transformative power of golf for kids, adults, and communities.  Connect with Robert, Carla and The Generation Next Project > https://www.generationnextproject.org/  Learn more about NewClub > [https://www.newclub.golf](https://www.newclub.golf/)  Thanks to our Partners at Titleist > [https://www.titleist.com](https://www.titleist.com/)