In "The Teacher and The Pro," host Nathan Rarick interviews Nick Iacono, the lead instructor at Merion Golf Club, about his path into golf and teaching.

Nick explains how he started golf late after some skateboarding injuries, walked onto a college team while studying to be a math teacher and then became a PGA Professional through the apprenticeship program.

As a PGA HOPE national trainer, Nick outlines how the program provides veterans an alternative therapy in the form of golf and certifies professionals to teach through the VA.

As the 2026 U.S. Amateur will be hosted at Merion, Nick also previews the golf course's strategic demands and identifies key U.S. Amateur match play holes: 4, 7, 8, 10 and 14.

"The Teacher and the Pro" is a Fairway to Green podcast. You can see all episodes at www.fairwaytogreen.com.

In this episode of “The Teacher and The Pro”, host Nathan Rarick interviews Andrew Cornish, an Assistant Golf Professional at Llanerch Country Club just outside of Philadelphia, PA.

They discuss Andrew’s decision to become a PGA Professional after earning a criminal justice degree. He shares his journey and his favorite parts about the profession.

Andrew then talks about the competitive tournament golf he plays in the Philadelphia PGA section.

"The Teacher and the Pro" is a Fairway to Green podcast. You can see all episodes at www.fairwaytogreen.com.

In this episode of “The Teacher and The Pro,” host Nathan Rarick interviews Robert Gilbert, the Head Golf Professional at Ravenwood Golf Club in Rochester, New York.

They discuss how Robert’s career in the golf industry - which started in a bag room - led him to being a Head Golf Professional and the highs and lows of the role.

Robert also stresses the importance of the golf mental game and offers advice on how to best improve it.

"The Teacher and the Pro" is a Fairway to Green podcast. You can see all episodes at www.fairwaytogreen.com.