Professional golf is one of the last true meritocracies in sport—and there’s no safety net.

In this episode of Steve Tees Off, Steven Malkowich is joined by returning guest Chris Crisologo, former Simon Fraser University standout and current PGA Tour Americas professional, for an honest conversation about what it really takes to pursue golf at the highest level.

They explore why golf operates so differently from team sports with structured minor leagues, how players navigate a system with no guarantees, and what separates those who progress from those who stall. The discussion also looks at how digital media, YouTube instructors, and creator-driven content have disrupted traditional development pathways—and why authority in golf media has shifted away from legacy outlets toward decentralized voices.

The episode also highlights grassroots models like the Vancouver Golf Tour and their role in supporting competitive golfers outside the traditional system.

This is a candid look at modern professional golf—its pressure, its reality, and where the game is heading next.

🎙️ Steve Tees Off explores the people, pathways, and pressure points shaping golf in British Columbia, the Pacific Northwest and beyond.

Why does Ledgeview Golf Club consistently produce high-level golfers?

In this episode of Steve Tees Off Podcast, Steve sits down with Brady Stead — Director of Instruction at Ledgeview, Team BC Performance Coach, and Head Coach of the Bateman Golf Academy — to unpack what actually drives long-term player development.

Brady explains what separates juniors who progress into college or elite golf from those who plateau, drawing on his experience across club, academy, and provincial performance systems. The conversation also explores the Teach-a-thon for Mental Health — how it started, why it matters, and why mental health is now a critical part of developing young athletes.

This episode is essential listening for parents, junior golfers, coaches, and anyone interested in building sustainable, healthy pathways in competitive golf.

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Canadian golf professional Christine Wong shares her journey from growing up as a junior golfer in Richmond, BC to competing nationally, playing college golf, representing Canada, and becoming a PGA of Canada professional and coach.

In this conversation, Christine talks honestly about being one of the only girls in junior golf programs, navigating the jump from junior to elite competition, and what young golfers and parents often misunderstand about development, confidence, and the college pathway.

Now coaching the next generation while still competing herself, Christine offers rare insight into what it actually takes to build a long-term future in women’s golf — whether that future includes professional golf, college competition, or lifelong involvement in the game.

This episode covers:

• Junior golf development in BC and Canada

• The transition from junior golf to college and national teams

• Life as a student-athlete and elite competitor

• Coaching young women while still competing

• Barriers facing girls in golf today

• Advice for juniors, parents, and coaches

🎯 If you care about women’s golf, junior development, or the real path through competitive golf, this episode delivers perspective you won’t hear anywhere else.

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British Columbia is emerging as one of Canada’s strongest golf pipelines — and leadership matters.

On this episode of Steve Tees Off, we’re joined by Matthew Steinbach, CEO of British Columbia Golf, to discuss his journey into the role, the evolution of junior golf in BC, and how today’s player pathways are shaping tomorrow’s professionals.

We explore what makes BC’s golf community unique, which players are on the brink of turning pro, and how BC Golf fits into the bigger national and global golf picture.

A must-listen for golfers, parents, coaches, and anyone invested in the future of the game.

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What does it really take to turn pro — and stay on tour?

Canadian professional golfer Chris Crisologo, currently holding status on PGA TOUR Americas, joins us to talk about the grind of professional golf, the mental side of competing at the highest level, and why golf so often mirrors real life.

We cover his journey through Simon Fraser University, the influence of coach Harry White, and what SFU’s NCAA exit could mean for the future of BC and Canadian golf.

An honest conversation about the work behind the scorecards.

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What happens when competitive golf meets Hollywood?

In this episode of Steve Tees Off, we sit down with Justin Bjornson, an SFU collegiate golfer who found himself in an unexpected role—serving as a swing double for Owen Wilson on the Apple TV+ series Stick.

Justin shares how a golfer from Manitoba ended up on a professional TV set, what surprised him most about filming versus tournament play, and the pressure of hitting golf shots for camera with no re-takes and a full crew watching.

We also get into:

• Life as a collegiate golfer at SFU

• How golf skill translates when the stakes are no longer a scorecard

If you enjoy golf stories, behind-the-scenes insights, and conversations about pressure, performance, and unexpected opportunities, this episode is for you.

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Jackson Jacob joins Steve Tees Off to break down the real path from college golf to pro ambitions.

In this episode, Jackson shares his early foundations in the game, the key lessons from his college golf journey at Idaho and UFV, and what finally clicked during recent breakthrough performances. He opens up about how he practices, how his game has evolved, and what he’s focusing on as he pushes toward the professional level.

We also talk about his experience acting in Stick alongside Owen Wilson, how that opportunity came together, and how he balances off-course experiences while staying locked in on competitive golf.

Inside this conversation:

• Early golf development and mindset

• College golf decisions: Idaho → UFV

• Breakthroughs, confidence, and current form

• Practice habits that translate to scoring

• Acting in Stick

• Pro ambitions, travel schedule, and long-term goals

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In this Festive Christmas Special of Steve Tees Off, we’re joined by Brad Ewart — PGA of Canada professional, golf journalist, and trick shot artist — for a timely and thoughtful conversation about golf, family, and the path to the PGA Tour.

Since this episode was recorded, Canadian A.J. Ewart won the PGA Tour Q-School and earned a 2026 PGA Tour membership, making this discussion especially meaningful in hindsight.

We also round out the episode with a festive golf gift guide, offering practical, thoughtful gift ideas for golfers of all levels — just in time for the holidays.

A must-listen for golfers, parents, coaches, and fans of Canadian golf.

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