In this episode of GOLF’s Off Course with Claude Harmon III, 2x NBA Champion J.R. Smith drops in as he shifts from the court to the course. Straight from high school to the NBA, J.R. became one of the most entertaining players in the League spanning 5 teams in 16 seasons. Most recently he enrolled at North Carolina A&T University to earn his degree and tee it up for the Aggies golf team as a student. Hear the lessons he learned from playing alongside greats like Lebron James, how Moses...

The last time the TPI co-founder was on the podcast was to discuss all things Phil Mickelson. Now, Dave is back to dive into another client — Jon Rahm. The World No. 1 broke through last year with his U.S. Open win at Torrey Pines. Find out how he managed to switch nearly-all his equipment so effortlessly in 2021, his mental fortitude, what amateurs can learn from his swing and what he's learned from Phil Mickelson. Plus, Dave and Claude analyze the 2022 major schedule and what courses suit...

Off Course turns 1! To celebrate, Claude is at the U.S. Women’s Open and welcomed two-time LPGA Tour winner Marina Alex to the pod. Coming off a recent win at the Palos Verdes Championship she talks how satisfying that second win was for her, the importance of big events in growing the women’s game and the stark differences between the PGA and LPGA Tour.   Follow Claude to submit questions, enter giveaways and keep up with the latest Off Course updates on Instagram at...

Mito Pereira captivated the golf world in his remarkable Major Championship professional debut at Southern Hills. Prior to the first tee, he joined Claude in person from GOLF’s Clubhouse event in Tulsa to break down his preparation for the PGA Championship, the surprising story behind the first time he saw his idol Tiger Woods in person and his passion for growing the game of golf alongside friends in his home country of Chile.   Follow Claude to submit questions, enter giveaways and keep...

Major week with a Major Champion! Ireland’s Shane Lowry created one of the most memorable moments in Open Championship history with his historic victory at Royal Portrush in 2019. He reveals the moment he let himself realize he had secured that tournament, what he learned from playing with Tiger Woods at the Masters and why he credits his success on the course to remaining true to himself.    Thanks to our partners —  Rapsodo, a mobile launch monitor you can get for the fraction of the...

After 20+ years as a PGA Tour caddie, John Wood shares how and why he made the jump to the NBC Sports’ golf team as an on-course reporter last year. He sheds insight on the new voices in golf broadcasting, his thoughts on the caddies for each of the world’s top 10 golfers and the impact of the player-caddie relationship on individual personalities.   Thanks to our partners — Rapsodo, a mobile launch monitor you can get for the fraction of the price of others, is giving our listeners a code...

After making the cut at the Zurich Classic of New Orleans, playing alongside his son Bill, Jay Haas is now the oldest player to accomplish that feat in PGA Tour history.  Also the record holder for most cuts made at 592, Jay shares his thoughts on how quickly the younger generation is obtaining success on the PGA Tour, why he was so consistent at Augusta National throughout his career and his long standing relationship with the Harmon family.    Thanks to our partners — Rapsodo, a mobile...

Harry Higgs has rapidly become one of the most popular and recognizable players in the world taking the PGA Tour by storm. The former SMU Mustang talks the dynamic between him and Bryson DeChambeau as college teammates, the reasoning behind his unique look and how playing a practice round with Dustin Johnson at The Masters changed his approach to the game.   Thanks to our partners —  Enjoy watching every round with golf’s signature sip, Elijah Craig Bourbon. Save $5 when you order a bottle...

After months of requests, Dana Dahlquist is on the pod. He talks through his journey from being a programmer for tech companies to parlaying that experience into becoming one of GOLF.com’s Top 100 Teachers in America. He shares his unfiltered thoughts on the current state of golf instruction, the ins and outs of working with Beau Hossler and the biggest piece of advice he has for golfers of all skill levels.   Thanks to our partners —  Enjoy watching every round with golf’s signature sip,...

Fresh off his first Masters since 2019, Butchie is back and breaking down all things Augusta! He doesn’t hold back as he shares more about his catch up with Tiger Woods, thoughts on Scottie Scheffler’s hot streak and the biggest takeaways for the rest of the season.    Thanks to our partners —  Enjoy watching every round this week with golf’s signature sip, Elijah Craig Bourbon. Save $5 when you order a bottle on Drizly.com with code GOLFMAG5  Cobra Golf's LTDx Driver has combined the...

Live from Augusta, Claude breaks down this year’s course changes and shares what this week means to his family. He also discusses predictions for the week and takes questions from the crowd.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2013 Masters Champion Adam Scott is here to talk all things Augusta. The 14x PGA Tour winner shares what the green jacket means to him and how playing with Tiger Woods at a young age impacted game while his runner up experience at the 2012 Open fueled his victory on the world’s biggest stage. Adam also reveals what the Champion’s Dinner is really like, the story behind sharing a locker and a green jacket with Gary Player and his goals for the 2022 season and beyond.   Thanks to our partners...

Thanks to three PGA Tour victories, and his legendary social media style, Max Homa has become one of the most successful and beloved players in the game. He shares why winning the 2021 Genesis Invitational as a California kid was so important to him personally, what led to him leaning into social media and the biggest lessons he learned transitioning from college to the Tour. Thanks to our partners —  Cobra Golf's LTDx Driver has combined the best of both worlds – low spin for faster ball...

After breaking into the industry as Opie at six-years-old, Ron Howard has gone on a remarkable run as one of the top actors, producers and directors in Hollywood. He shares highlights from his momentous career and how golf has served as an outlet - first with his brother and later with his son. Ron also breaks down the weight of winning an Oscar, the difficulty of creating a successful golf movie and why he never has a bad day on the golf course.    Thanks to our partners —  Cobra Golf's...

Dr. Scott Lynn, a professor of Kinesiology and Biomechanics at Cal State University Fullerton, has worked with some of the best coaches and players across the world while developing his Swing Catalyst software and force plate technology. He explains how Swing Catalyst helps instructors and their clients improve, the importance of knowing your golf swing type and some simple self-tests that you can practice on your own at home.   Thanks to our partners — Cobra Golf's LTDx Driver has...

One of the most renowned AimPoint putting instructors in the industry, John Graham’s client list spans some of the best players in the world. Hear his thoughts on the difference between "Green Solving" and "Green Reading", what makes Tiger Woods one of the best putters of all-time and how a lesson with Jordan Spieth led to him working full-time with Justin Thomas. Thanks to our partners — Cobra Golf's LTDx Driver has combined the best of both worlds – low spin for faster ball speed blended...

With three European Tour victories to his name, Nick Dougherty’s impressive game was admired by many. However the Englishman actually points to the lows during the end of his playing career as what helped him ultimately discover who he wanted to be in life. Now a broadcaster for Sky Sports, he discusses the ups and downs of his journey thus far and shares the advice he has for successful amateurs transitioning to life on Tour.   Thanks to our partners — Cobra Golf's LTDx Driver has...

From working in the White House in his 20s, to revolutionizing the wooden bat industry and now entering the world of premium golf equipment, LA Golf Partners’ CEO and founder Reed Dickens’ career path has certainly been far from ordinary. He shares the lessons he learned from the President and how a partnership with Bryson DeChambeau has been vital to LA Golf‘s path in becoming innovators in the sport. Thanks to our newest partner — LA Golf has just released the industry's first all-carbon...

At 6-foot-9, 260-pounds South African upstart James Hart du Preez is more likely to be confused for an NFL linebacker than your typical professional golfer. After receiving a last minute sponsor’s exemption to The American Express this year, his size and jaw dropping carry distances created a buzz across the golf social media landscape. Hear his thoughts on bonding with Bryson DeChambeau over their unique ball speed and approach to distance, how he plans to take his game to an elite level and...

Zane Scotland shares his unique journey from standout youngster to Euro Tour player and now experienced coach. At 14-years-old, Scotland won Britain’s 'Search for the Next Tiger' and was just 16 when he became the youngest player to ever qualify for golf's oldest major. He went on to win the Spanish Amateur and Portugues Amateur back to back while also setting a record for 11 wins on the Dubai based MENA Tour.   Thanks to our partner — Cobra Golf's LTDx Driver has combined the best of both...

As J.C. Deacon enters his eighth season as the coach of the Florida Gators, the head coach dives into what it takes to make it at all levels from amateur to collegiate and beyond. He reveals his best practices for incoming freshman and how he recruits players based on their character. Deacon also shares his perspective on why collegiate players are no longer intimidated playing against professionals and why they need to be great at one thing without being bad at anything! See...