FORE the Good of the Game

FORE the Good of the Game

<p>"FORE the Good of the Game” is a golf podcast featuring interviews with World Golf Hall of Fame members, winners of major championships and other people of influence in and around the game of golf. Highlighting the positive aspects of the game, we aim to create and provide an engaging and timeless repository of content that listeners can enjoy now and forever. Co-hosted by PGA Tour star Bruce Devlin, our podcast focuses on telling their life stories, in their voices. Join Bruce and Mike Gonzalez “FORE the Good of the Game.”</p>

Mark O'Meara - Part 4 (The Major Wins)

World Golf Hall of Fame member Mark O'Meara takes us through his major championship experiences including his two wins, at age 41, in 1998. Beginning the year with a thrilling 20-foot birdie putt at the last to win the Masters Tournament by one over Fred Couples and David Duval, Mark then went to Royal Birkdale where he prevailed in a 4-hole playoff with Brian Watts to win the Open Championship and capture the Claret Jug. He reflects on his 2015 induction into the World Golf Hall of Fame at S...

01-31
36:17

Mark O'Meara - Part 3 (Later PGA Tour Wins and the Ryder Cup)

Two-time major championship winner and member of the World Golf Hall of Fame, Mark O'Meara recalls about his last several PGA Tour wins including his 5th at the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am. Mark recounts how he first met 17-year-old Tiger Woods and how he mentored him as a "big brother" and competed with him for real and in practice. He tells about their World Cup win together in 1999 and how he bested Tiger in the 1998 World Match Play at Wentworth. Mark relives his Ryder Cup ex...

01-31
38:17

Mark O'Meara - Part 2 (Early PGA Tour Wins)

World Golf Hall of Fame member and winner of two major championships, Mark O'Meara relives his early victories on the PGA Tour beginning with his Greater Milwaukee Open title in 1984. He has special memories of the Bing Crosby National Pro-Am (later AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am) having won there 5 times including in 1990 with his father as his Pro-Am partner. Winning isn't easy but Mark managed to win 16 PGA Tour events over a period of 15 years but the best was still to come. ...

01-31
36:30

Mark O'Meara - Part 1 (The Early Years)

Mark O’Meara, World Golf Hall of Fame Inductee and winner of two major championships, shares his earliest memories of learning the game growing up in Mission Viejo, CA. He enjoyed success at a young age as an All-American at Long Beach State and winning the 1979 U.S. Amateur Championship at Canterbury GC over defending champ and childhood friend, John Cook. As a 23-year-old, Mark found himself at Augusta National, teeing it up with the defending champion, Fuzzy Zoeller, at the Masters and the...

01-31
38:36

JoAnne Carner - Part 3 (Solheim Cup Captain and the Senior Women's U.S. Open)

Two-time major championship winner JoAnne Carner reflects on the later years of her illustrious career including her 35th Tour win at the 1882 Chevrolet World Championship of Golf that qualified her for the LPGA Hall of Fame. JoAnne was a repeat winner at 13 different events over her career even after waiting until age 30 to turn professional. In 2004 she became the oldest player to make an LPGA cut at age 65. She remembers several other majors that could have been and wished the USGA had ina...

01-30
31:28

JoAnne Carner - Part 2 (Winning the 1971 & 1976 Women's U.S. Opens)

World Golf Hall of Fame member JoAnne Carner looks back on her early years on Tour including several of her 43 LPGA titles including the 1969 Burdine's Invitational that she won as an amateur. Professional success came quickly in her first year on Tour in 1970 and then validation came with a wire-to-wire win at the 1971 Women's U.S. Open at Kahkwa Club over the great Kathy Whitworth where JoAnne became the first player to win three different USGA championships. Fourteen wins later she cashes ...

01-30
36:34

JoAnne Carner - Part 1 (The Early Years)

Winner of 8 USGA Championships throughout her brilliant career, JoAnne Carner begins her story growing up in the Northwest and learning the game while working at the little 9-hole public course in town. Offered an honorary membership at Sand Point C.C., JoAnne took full advantage of the club's generosity and support by traveling the states competing in junior and amateur events, ultimately winning one USGA Girls Junior and five Women's Amateur titles. She won the equivalent of the...

01-30
37:00

Ian Woosnam - Part 4 (The Ryder Cup and WGHOF)

In this captivating fourth and final part of our conversation with golf legend Ian Woosnam, listeners will be treated to an inside look at the mind of a true champion. From major championships to the dramatic Ryder Cup, Woosnam shares his insights, memories, and experiences of playing at the highest levels of professional golf.The episode opens with Woosnam reflecting on his time competing against other greats of the game, such as Davis Love III, and expressing gratitude for the thrilling mom...

01-29
31:02

Ian Woosnam - Part 3 (The 1991 Masters)

In this riveting third part of a four-episode series featuring one of Europe's "Big Five" Ian Woosnam, listeners are taken on a nostalgic journey through some of the most defining moments of Woosnam's illustrious career. The conversation opens with a vivid recollection of his phenomenal performance at the 1991 Masters, a victory over Tom Watson that still resonates in the annals of golf history.Woosnam's passion and dedication to the game shine through as Mike & Bruce prompt memories of t...

01-29
33:39

Ian Woonam - Part 2 (Early Tour Wins)

In the riveting second part of our four-part series with Masters champion Ian Woosnam, listeners are treated to an intimate journey through the early stages of Woosnam's illustrious career. This episode takes us around the globe as Woosnam reflects on the triumphs, trials, and defining moments that shaped his early professional journey.From the slopes of Monte Carlo to the greens of Gleneagles, Woosnam shares his vivid memories and valuable insights, painting a picture of an athlete on the ri...

01-29
33:03

Ian Woosnam - Part 1 (The Early Years)

In this riveting first installment of a four-part series, we bring you into the early years of World Golf Hall of Fame member Ian Woosnam, a name synonymous with dedication, grit, and an indomitable love for the game. Hosted by Mike Gonzalez and Australian PGA-Tour golf great Bruce Devlin, this episode peels back the layers on Woosnam's initial encounters with the world of golf and his journey into the professional arena.Born in the quiet town of Oswestry, Shropshire, Ian Woosnam's relationsh...

01-29
38:07

Betsy King - Part 3 (1992 LPGA, 1997 Dinah Shore and the Solheim Cup)

Winner of 34 LPGA Tour events, Betsy King reflects back on her final two major championships and her last several wins on tour. Betsy remembers the easy walk up the 18th fairway of her 11-shot victory at the 1992 LPGA Championship, at the time setting several records including largest winning margin, lowest raw score and lowest score to par in a major with each round in the 60’s. Alongside, feel the intense pressure of clinching her 30th tournament to secure a coveted spot in the LPGA H...

01-28
35:23

Betsy King - Part 2 (1987 & 1990 Dinah Shore and the 1989 and 1990 Women’s U.S. Open)

Step back in time with us as we relive the golden age of LPGA Golf in the 1980s, a period that saw the rise of legendary figures like Nancy Lopez and our esteemed guest, six-time major championship winner Betsy King. Hear firsthand from Betsy about her first major victory at the Nabisco Dinah Shore, where she triumphed over Patty Sheehan in a thrilling playoff.We'll guide you through the highlights of Betsy's illustrious LPGA career during the 80s, with tales from the frontline of the most si...

01-28
36:48

Betsy King - Part 1 (The Early Years)

Unveiling the journey of World Golf Hall of Fame member Betsy King, we invite you to share in a conversation that's as inspiring as it is riveting. A small-town girl from Reading, Pennsylvania, Betsy's foray into sports was nurtured by her brother and parents, blossoming into a love for golf that eventually paved the way for a distinguished career. Without a girl’s golf team in high school, and unable to compete on the boy’s team, she was still able to develop her game and secure a scholarshi...

01-28
36:31

Al Geiberger - Part 3 (The Majors and Ryder Cup)

"Mr. 59" Al Geiberger recalls his final tour victory at the 1979 Colonial Invitational where his high school teammate, Charles Schwab was to become the future tournament sponsor. Al reflects back on his performances in the major championships, including a few close calls that could have added to his major count. He recounts his Ryder Cup experiences in 1967 playing for Captain Hogan at Champions GC and for Captain Palmer at Laurel Valley in 1975. Al remembers his successful senior caree...

01-27
36:46

Al Geiberger - Part 2 (The 1966 PGA and Shooting 59)

Al Geiberger begins this segment by recounting the joy of his 1966 PGA Championship win at Firestone followed hours later by the sadness brought on by the tragic loss of Tony and Betty Lema in a plane crash. He recalls his win in the 2nd edition of the Tournament Players Championship at Colonial CC (TX) over his hunting buddy, Dave Stockton. Al takes us through his incredible round of 59 in the second of the Danny Thomas Memphis Classic at Colonial CC (TN) becoming the only player in the mode...

01-27
43:35

Al Geiberger - Part 1 (The Early Years and Tour Wins)

1966 PGA Championship winner AKA "Mr. 59" Al Geiberger begins his life story learning the game on a hard scrabble nine-hole course in Sacramento, California, and playing high school golf in Santa Barbara with soon-to-be-famous teammate, Charles Schwab. Al was team captain at USC playing for the legendary coach, Stan Wood, playing in the L.A. Open three times while in college, ultimately finishing 5th while a senior and beating Arnold Palmer. He remembers turning pro at age 22 and recoun...

01-27
39:30

Karrie Webb - Part 4 (The Later Wins, the WGHOF and Philanthropy)

In the concluding episode of our four-part interview series with Australian golf legend and World Golf Hall of Fame member, Karrie Webb, we delve deep into her unwavering commitment to the game and how she navigated her storied career. From candid moments on the tour to her personal reflections on legacy, this final segment offers a holistic view into the life of one of golf's most iconic figures.Karrie shares an eye-opening anecdote about her philanthropic endeavors, revealing her pivotal ro...

01-26
38:51

Karrie Webb - Part 3 (The Final Five Majors)

In the enthralling third installment of our four-part interview series, we welcome back Australian golf legend and World Golf Hall of Fame member, Karrie Webb. In this episode, we delve deep into the pinnacle years of her illustrious career, a journey characterized not just by victories but by unwavering tenacity and a love for the game. Karrie opens up about her final major championships, unpacking the mental fortitude, preparation, and raw emotion that went into each one. But this isn'...

01-26
43:11

Karrie Webb - Part 2 (Early Wins, the 1999 du Maurier and the 2000 Dinah Shore)

In this captivating second portion of our four-part interview with Australian golf legend Karrie Webb, we delve deeper into the making of a champion. Often considered one of the greatest female golfers of all time, Karrie offers invaluable insights into the intricate layers that have built her Hall of Fame career. This episode is more than just a casual chat about golf; it’s an intimate journey through the highs and lows, triumphs and tribulations of Karrie's professional life. We discus...

01-26
39:33

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