Join host amateurgolf.com for a deep dive into the 125th North & South Men’s Amateur Championship at Pinehurst No. 2—one of amateur golf’s most storied and demanding events. This episode explores the tournament’s historic legacy, the unique challenge of Pinehurst’s famed crowned greens, and the brutal match play battles that defined this year’s championship. Chris profiles the remarkable journey of Carlos Astiazaran, who entered match play as the 31-seed, survived marathon showdowns, and delivered a dramatic playoff birdie to claim the Putter Boy trophy. Learn about his clutch Mexican National Amateur win earlier this summer, his collegiate success at Pacific, and his next step to Vanderbilt University. It’s a complete look at one of amateur golf’s brightest rising stars and the championship that forged his name among legends.

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In this special episode of Architects of the Game, we sit down with renowned golf course architect Gil Hanse inside the historic clubhouse of Baltusrol Golf Club. Just hours after walking the newly restored Upper Course during Media Day, Gil reflects on how he and partner Jim Wagner approached the restoration of both of Baltusrol’s iconic A.W. Tillinghast designs.

From expanding greens and recapturing lost hole locations to uncovering the original dual green on the 14th hole, Hanse shares his philosophy on honoring tradition without rewriting it. This conversation offers rare insight into how one of golf’s most respected architects thinks, works, and preserves the game’s architectural heritage.

🛠️ Topics Covered:

• How Hanse got the Baltusrol job
• The difference between the Upper and Lower restorations
• Why the Upper Course now “speaks with Tillinghast’s voice”
• The future of restoration in championship golf

Whether you’re a golf design junkie or a player curious about the stories behind the courses, this episode brings the blueprints to life.

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In this kickoff episode of the AmateurGolf.com Podcast’s Major Preview Series, host Brian takes you deep inside one of amateur golf’s most prestigious events—the 63rd Northeast Amateur Invitational at Wannamoisett Country Club (WAHN-uh-moy-sit). With exclusive insights powered by data and AI, Brian breaks down the history, course strategy, elite field, and what it’ll take to win. From defending champ Anthony Delisanti to rising stars like Ben James and Miles Russell, this preview gives you everything you need to watch—and who to watch—for one of the summer’s most defining tournaments.

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In this special preview episode, Anna from AmateurGolf.com breaks down everything you need to know about the 130th Amateur Championship at Royal St George’s and Royal Cinque Ports. From course insights and historical context to the star-studded field and Seb Cave’s red-hot form, this five-minute audio primer sets the stage for one of amateur golf’s most prestigious events. Tune in for storylines, contenders, and the legacy behind the links.

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In this special episode from AmateurGolf.com, We tell the almost unbelievable true story of PGA Tour pro Bobby Cruickshank — the man who bet on Bobby Jones in 1930 and walked away with a fortune.

After just nine holes watching Jones play, Cruickshank was convinced he was witnessing history in the making. So he placed a bold wager: Bobby Jones to win the British Amateur, British Open, and U.S. Open in the same year. Spoiler alert: He did.

What followed was a legendary payout, a swirl of myths involving the IRS and the New York Times, and one of the most enduring tales in golf history.

This episode dives into fact vs. folklore, the brilliance of Bobby Jones, and what it means to believe in greatness before the rest of the world catches up.

🎧 Whether you're a history buff, a golf purist, or just love a good story — this one’s for you.

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It’s one of the biggest weeks in amateur golf—and while the U.S. Open and Southwestern Invitational grab national headlines, Kyle and Ana go deep on the Sunnehanna Amateur. Recorded on June 9 with a fresh look at the 2025 field, historical data, scoring trends, and weather impact, this 5-minute episode gives players and fans everything they need to know. Who’s in, who’s not, what the numbers tell us—and why Saturday is the round that separates contenders from champions. Powered by insights from the AmateurGolf.com archives.

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Every summer, thousands of hopefuls tee it up in U.S. Open local qualifying — chasing a dream only a handful will realize.

In this episode, AmateurGolf.com dives into the inspiring true stories of golfers who made the leap from everyday courses to the biggest stage in golf. From Ken Venturi’s heat-stricken triumph in 1964 to Spencer Levin’s breakout at Shinnecock, and Beau Hossler’s unforgettable run at 17 years old — these aren’t just great rounds, they’re testaments to belief, grit, and the magic of qualifying.

You’ll hear about:

• The only two champions in history to win the U.S. Open after starting in local qualifying
• College stars like Scott Langley and Russell Henley who turned heads at Pebble Beach
• A hole-in-one that lit up The Olympic Club
• And how Jason Duffner quietly launched a major-winning career at Winged Foot

Whether you’re an aspiring qualifier or a fan of underdog stories, this episode proves:
📍 The U.S. Open is truly open.

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Join AmateurGolf.com for a deep dive into the 110th Southwestern Amateur, held June 11–14 at Desert Mountain’s Outlaw Course. From Kristoffer Kuvaas’s electric playoff victory in 2024 to rising stars, course strategy, scoring trends, and what makes this historic event one of the most coveted in amateur golf—this is your essential preview. Premium subscribers get unmatched access to our player database, scoring archives, and rankings tools.

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