The Tournament Committee

In Episode 5 of The Tournament Committee Podcast, we’re joined by Colin Bykowski, a Class A PGA of Canada Professional and the founder of CB Golf Academy. Colin has spent years coaching junior golfers to success at every level — from junior tours and collegiate pathways all the way to the professional ranks.We dive into Colin’s journey in the golf industry, his coaching philosophy, and key advice for junior players, including how to prepare for different course setups and playing conditions. The conversation also covers navigating college recruitment, understanding WAGR, and what coaches are really looking for in developing players.To wrap up the episode, the boys break down an important update to JPT’s 2026 tournament reimbursement structure, sharing what it means for players and families moving forward.Like, comment, and follow The Tournament Committee Podcast!

Episode 4 of The Tournament Committee Podcast brings the conversation back to the Junior Players Tour as we look ahead to what’s next — and reflect on how it all began.In this episode, we give listeners an exclusive sneak peek at the 2026 JPT season schedule, sharing early insights into upcoming events, key dates to circle, and what players and families can expect as the tour continues to grow.We also finish our full wrap-up of the JPT’s inaugural 2025 season, picking up where we left off last episode. From standout performances and event winners to behind-the-scenes moments, storylines, and fun facts from each stop, we reflect on what made Year One so special and what it means for the future of the tour.Whether you’re a current JPT player, parent, coach, or just a fan of competitive junior golf, this episode offers a great look at where the Junior Players Tour has been — and where it’s headed next.Subscribe to The Tournament Committee Podcast for more insider conversations, tour updates, and stories from inside junior golf.

In this bonus interview, we sit down with Dayton Price for a wide-ranging conversation about his journey through the game.Dayton talks through life after junior golf, the path that led him to winning the OUA Golf Championship, and what comes next in his playing and professional career. We also highlight Dayton’s foundation, Price Strong, and the continued impact it has on the golf community.👉 Support Dayton’s foundation and grab Price Strong merch: https://pricestrong.ca/shop/

In this episode, we’re joined by a very special guest — Dayton Price, a familiar name in Canadian golf and an inspiring figure both on and off the course. Dayton drops in to catch up with the crew and share an honest, thoughtful look at where the game has taken him since his junior golf days.In addition, we kick things off with a full recap of the Western Canada swing of our inaugural 2025 JPT season — highlighting winners, behind-the-scenes stories, and some fun facts from each stop on the schedule. From standout performances to memorable moments inside the ropes, we break down everything that made the Western run such a strong start to the year.We talk through his journey into university golf, his mindset through adversity, and what it meant to capture the individual OUA Golf Championship — a major milestone in his competitive career. Dayton also opens up about what’s next for him and how golf has shaped the direction of his life moving forward.We also highlight the continued impact of the Price Strong Foundation, the initiative created in his honour that has inspired golfers and families across the country. If you want to support Dayton and the foundation, you can purchase official Price Strong merchandise here:👉 https://pricestrong.ca/shop/Packed with perspective and a lot of insight into the realities of life after junior golf, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

In this exclusive conversation, we sit down with Chris Dickenson, the Head Teaching Professional at Whistle Bear Golf Club and the Ontario Golf Academy, to dive deep into player development, junior golf pathways, and what it really takes to elevate your game.We cover:Chris’ approach to coaching and building long-term player development plansInsights from working with competitive juniors and college-bound athletesThe role of coaching, structure, and environment in producing better golfersHow parents can best support their junior golfersThe importance of WAGR and how ranking impacts player opportunitiesChris’ personal journey as a coach and what motivates him on the lesson teeWhether you're a junior golfer, parent, coach, or just a fan of the game, this interview is loaded with valuable perspective from one of Ontario’s top teaching professionals. Follow for more interviews, tournament coverage, and behind-the-scenes conversations from across the junior golf landscape.

Episode 2 of The Tournament Committee Podcast is here — and we’re joined by none other than Chris Dickenson, Head Teaching Professional at Whistle Bear Golf Club and the Ontario Golf Academy.Chris brings a wealth of knowledge from the coaching world, competitive golf, and the junior development space. In this episode, we dive into a wide range of topics shaping the game today:What we cover:The atmosphere, storylines, and takeaways from The RSM Classic on the PGA TOURThe never-ending rivalry between Blake, Ty, and Shawz — and some of the most heated matches over the yearsThe push to get Blake into The Internet InvitationalA look at the JPT Early Bird Membership and why players should take advantageHow WAGR points really work and how juniors can set themselves up for successWhy parents’ expectations can make or break an athlete’s developmentPlus plenty more stories, insights, and laughs along the wayFollow for more episodes, and drop a comment with what you want to hear us cover next!

Welcome to The Tournament Committee Podcast, presented by the Junior Players Tour (JPT) and hosted by Tyler Torrieri, Ryan Shaw, and Blake Sloan!In our debut episode, we kick things off by introducing ourselves, giving you a look behind the scenes of who we are and why we started this show. We also break down what you can expect from the podcast this season—from tournament stories and junior golf insights to exclusive interviews and everything happening across the JPT. To wrap up episode one, the boys share their favourite tournament from our inaugural season… and trust us, they’ve got some stories.Thanks for tuning in, and welcome to the Committee. Let’s get into it.