Carson Kallis has been competing—and winning—at a high level for more than two decades. Now, fresh off a dramatic one-shot victory at the 2026 Play Golf BC Assistants’ Championship, he joins Steve to tell the full story behind the win.

Carson breaks down his three-birdie start, the crucial eagle on the 14th and the tense finish that secured the title at The Dunes at Kamloops.

The conversation also goes beyond one tournament. Carson shares how he discovered golf, developed into one of Canada’s top junior players, earned an NCAA Division I opportunity and eventually captured the 2012 NAIA individual national championship with the University of Victoria.

Steve and Carson also discuss life at Burnaby Mountain, his approach to coaching, handling pressure, memorable moments from the course—and John Jamieson’s unbelievable 290-yard albatross hole-in-one during the same championship.

A relaxed conversation about competition, coaching and a lifetime in the game of golf.

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What does it take to make golf look real on a Hollywood set?

This week on Steve Tees Off, Steve sits down with Nathan Leonhardt, Owner of Tour Development Academy, former tour player, PGA of BC award-winning instructor, and the official golf consultant for Apple TV+’s original series STICK, starring Owen Wilson.

Nathan shares his journey from picking up the game as a junior, earning a golf scholarship, turning pro, grinding through tournament life, and eventually building one of BC’s leading golf development academies.

Then we get into the Hollywood side of the story: how Nathan became involved with STICK, what it was like helping actors look believable on camera, the details golfers notice that most viewers don’t, and why making golf feel authentic is harder than it looks.

We also talk coaching, family, life balance, Tour Development Academy, player development, and whether the acting bug has officially bitten.

A great episode for anyone who loves golf, coaching, behind-the-scenes stories, Apple TV’s STICK, or the people shaping the game beyond the scorecard.

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Matt Daniel is back on Steve Tees Off with one of the biggest stories of his golf career.

After recently turning 50, Matt earned his way into his first Senior U.S. Open, qualifying for one of the most prestigious senior championships in golf. This week, he tees it up at Scioto Country Club, and we could not be more excited to cheer him on.

In this episode, Matt takes us inside the full journey — from the pressure of qualifying to the moment it became real. He talks about his rounds at Mill Creek Country Club and Oakbrook Golf & Country Club, the shots that mattered, how he managed the nerves, and what it means to compete on this stage at this point in his career.

Steve and Matt also get into the mental side of competitive golf, preparation, expectations heading into Scioto, and what this moment means in the bigger picture of Matt’s golf journey.

This is a great conversation about persistence, pressure, belief, and the kind of golf story you can’t help but root for.

Let’s go Matt — we’re all cheering you on this week.

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Is the U.S. Open the toughest major to win out of golf’s four majors?

Steven Malkowich is joined by Tim Wilson for another Steve Tees Off Major Recap, breaking down the 126th U.S. Open Championship from Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in Southampton, New York.

In this episode, Steven and Tim recap Wyndham Clark’s wire-to-wire win, his battle to hold off Sam Burns, the pressure of Shinnecock, and the moments that made this U.S. Open such a demanding test. They get into the highlights, the lowlights, the funny moments, and the bigger question of whether the U.S. Open is truly the hardest major championship to win.

This is a relaxed but thoughtful golf conversation for fans who love major championship storylines, tournament breakdowns, and honest opinions about the game.

Follow Steve Tees Off for more golf conversations, player stories, coaching insight, and major championship recaps throughout the season.

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Colin Bykowski joins Steve Tees Off for a laid-back conversation about golf, coaching, competition, and the stories that come from a life spent around the game.

Colin is a PGA of Canada Class “A” Professional, former touring professional, and the founder of CB Golf. In this episode, he shares how golf first came into his life, what junior and college golf taught him, what it was like turning professional, and how those experiences shaped the way he coaches players today.

Steve and Colin also talk about the mental side of golf, player development, junior golf, coaching adults versus competitive players, and why patience, failure, resilience, and confidence are such a big part of the game.

This episode also launches a new Steve Tees Off series featuring golfers who have made a hole-in-one — and Colin has made six.

A great listen for golfers, junior golf parents, competitive players, recreational players, and anyone who loves real golf stories from people who have lived the game.

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In this episode of Steve Tees Off, Steven sits down with Mark Strong, Executive Director of the PGA of British Columbia, for a conversation about golf, leadership, community, and the future of the game in BC.

Mark shares his personal golf story, from when he first picked up a club to the experiences that shaped his path through the golf industry. He talks about his family roots, his background in the game, and what eventually led him to his current role with the PGA of BC.

Steven and Mark also take listeners inside the PGA of BC: what the Association does, how it supports golf professionals across British Columbia, and what Mark’s day-to-day work looks like as Executive Director. They discuss where golf in BC has been, where it is now, and where it may be heading next.

The episode also covers key PGA of BC initiatives, including Golfathon for ALS, Women’s Golf Week, junior golf, growing participation, and the broader role golf professionals play in making the game more welcoming and accessible across the province.

Whether you’re a golf professional, a BC golfer, or simply someone who cares about the future of the game, this episode offers a thoughtful look at the people and programs helping build golf in British Columbia.

Listen now and follow Steve Tees Off for more conversations with the people shaping golf in BC and beyond.

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Visual storyteller and digital creator Dan Mann — better known as @thedansome — joins Steve Tees Off for a conversation about golf, content creation, authenticity, and the future of golf media.

Dan shares how he approaches a golf content day, what makes a moment worth capturing, and how he balances actually playing the game with documenting it. He also breaks down his process in a way that any golfer, small business owner, or tech-averse golf buddy can understand.

Steven and Dan also get into the business side of being a modern creator: building audience trust, working with brands without selling out, developing a personal brand, and creating sustainable content around golf and lifestyle.

They also look ahead at where golf storytelling is going over the next few years, the role of short-form and long-form content, how AI and technology can help creators, and why local golf voices in places like British Columbia may become more influential than ever.

Follow Dan Mann: @thedansome
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In this episode of Steve Tees Off, Steven Malkowich sits down with Mike Haraguchi, Head Professional at Capilano Golf & Country Club.

Mike shares his journey from growing up in Richmond and falling in love with golf, to playing junior and professional golf, to building a respected career as a teaching professional and coach.

This conversation goes beyond swing mechanics. Steven and Mike talk about the transition from player to teacher, what he focuses on when coaching juniors and adult golfers, the role Capilano has played in his career, and the bigger lessons golf has taught him along the way.

They also get into the lighter side of the game, including some of the funniest and craziest things Mike has seen on a golf course, plus his charity work, hockey background, family, and what the game ultimately means to him.

A great listen for golfers, coaches, juniors, parents, and anyone who loves the stories behind the people who dedicate their lives to the game.

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