In this episode of The Spin Podcast, we’re joined by Pete Lockett, a PGA Member and coach to Canadian Olympian Alena Sharp. Pete takes us through his unique journey from becoming a professional coach to guiding an elite athlete on one of the biggest stages in sports. As he discusses the preparation and strategies leading up to the Women’s Olympic G…

In this episode of The Spin Podcast, we speak with Brijinder Singh, President of the Indian Golf Union [IGU], direct from Paris about his experiences at the 2024 Olympic Games, and the broader role of the IGU and National Golf Academy of India [NGAI] in shaping the future of the sport in India. Brijinder shares his reflections on the men’s and wome…

Since 2013, Kevin Kirk has been recognised as a “Golf Magazine Top 100 Teacher” and is currently the Director of Golf Instruction at The Woodlands Country Club, coaching LPGA and Ladies European Tour players such as Patrick Reed, Lexi Thompson, Jhonattan Vegas, Mark Hubbard and Maria Verchenova. CPG Chief Executive, Ian Randell, caught up with Kevi…

CPG Chief Executive, Ian Randell, is joined by two leading figures in Canadian Golf in Kevin Thistle (Chief Executive, PGA of Canada) and Laurence Applebaum (Chief Executive, Golf Canada) to discuss current state of affairs for the sport in North America and Canada. Championing collaboration between PGA and Federation, First Tee, the RBC PGA Scramb…

PGA of Germany Professional, Stefan Quirmbach, has played a central role within the PGA of Germany as President for over 20 years. Through his leadership and contributions during this time, the organisation has developed its business significantly to ensure its PGA Members receive the highest possible standards of education and support services, wh…

This special edition of The CPG Podcast takes a deep dive in to the roles, experiences and work of PGA Professionals that are involved across all aspects of Olympic Golf, hearing from PGA Members that are working as team managers and coaches across both the Women’s and Men’s events out in Tokyo, and in one special case we’ll also be hearing from a …

PGA of America CEO, Seth Waugh, joins CPG Chief Executive, Ian Randell, in this special Spin-Off episode of The Spin Podcast to share his vision for the “greatest game on Earth” During the episode, Seth elaborates on some of his most successful industry collaborations, he highlights the need to align priorities and activities in order to fit with m…

In this Golf Business Insights episode of The Spin Podcast, host Tom Bentley is joined by Executive Director - Digital & Membership for the CPG, Aston Ward, to talk top-line digital innovation and implementation in sport, using Aston's current and ongoing experiences in doing so for the CPG. From SME's through to blue-chip organisations, this episo…

In this Development Digest episode of The Spin podcast, host Tom Bentley is joined by PGA of Latvia Professional, Anna Svanka, and PGA Professional at Metropolitan Golf Club, Phoebe Torrance. The episode focuses on shining a light on the work women are involved with in golf and to provide further exposure about the opportunities and challenges faci…

In this Golf Business Insights episode of The Spin, Tom Bentley hosts the show with guest Craig Higgs, Managing Director - International for Golf Genius, a golf software company that provides tournament and event management products, golf shop functionalities for PGA Professionals and facility managers, all complimented by comprehensive software de…

Previewing the 2021 Masters at Augusta National, Ian Randell hosts a special 'Masters Rules' edition of his Spin-Off show with some of the biggest names in the rules business of the game - John 'JP' Paramor, Steve Cox and Iain 'Burnsy' Burns. Tales of unconverted Georgian Hotel rooms, disqualifying (or not!) Tiger Woods, stopwatches, skiing down th…

In this Development Digest episode of The Spin, Tom Bentley hosts the show with guest Lukas Tintera, General Secretary of the PGA of Czech Republic – a long standing CPG Member Country, focused on the development of golf and Professional golf in the Czech Republic. In this episode, Lukas provides a backdrop to the PGA of Czech Republic, its role in…

What does the future hold for golf? What are some of its biggest challenges, and some of its biggest opportunities? Pre-recorded from the 2020 CPG Annual Congress, this Golf Business Insights episode of The Spin sees Chief Executive of the CPG, Ian Randell being joined by three other leading figures - Keith Pelley, Anthony Scanlon and Alex Armas - …

Chief Executive of the CPG, Ian Randell, is joined by Tony Bennett, Jackie Davidson, Kevin Thistle and Suzy Whaley to discuss Diversity & Inclusion in golf in this Development Digest episode of The Spin. What are the current challenges? How can we change our perspectives on diversity and minorities in golf? What is golf from a governance perspectiv…

Join CPG Chief Executive, Ian Randell, as he hosts the first episode of the CPG’s new podcast show, The Spin, with Colin Montgomerie. In this pre-recorded episode from the 2020 CPG Annual Congress, Ian speaks to World Golf Hall of Famer, Colin Montgomerie, OBE, who has enjoyed a glittering careering that saw him win a record eight European Tour Ord…

In this Masters special Podcast episode, PGA Professionals and coaches to elite-level tour professionals including Holland's Joost Luiten, Phil Allen and Rob Mouwen, discuss sub-air and complex green systems; cross-seeding the fairways of Augusta; trying to break 100 at The Masters and not being allowed behind the ropes on the driving range.…

Honorary President of the Confederation of Professional Golf [CPG], Pascal Grizot, former Chief Executive of the PGA of GB&I, Sandy Jones, and former Executive Director of the European Tour, Ken Schofield, join CPG Chief Executive Ian Randell in this special edition 'Masters Memories' CPG podcast episode, as they preview the 2020 Masters Tournament…

Todd Keirstead is one of the world's best golf entertainers in the game, starring on various golf shows including the Golf Channel, CTV Sports Plays of the Year, and has also featured on ESPN, Sports Illustrated, ESPN, TSN and TMZ. Whilst performing for United States military veterans, Keirstead realised that with each shot he was hitting was in fa…

Steven has been a full time golf coach for 17 years and recently became the youngest ever recipient of the coveted PGA Master Professional title. He has a Master’s Degree (MSc) in sports coaching and is currently working towards a Doctorate in Elite Performance at The University of Central Lancashire. Steven has coached European tour players, ladie…

US PGA Professional, Ryan Brandeburg, is the Executive Director of Golf Tourism New Zealand [GTNZ], the Director of Golf for Tourism New Zealand, and the golf consultant to the city of Auckland. Additionally, he is a partner in the Golf Strategy Group, a New Zealand based golf consultancy business, and Managing Director of New Zealand's Institute o…

Russell trained with his father in the UK before leaving for Switzerland in 2001. Since 2004, he had been the head Professional at Golfclub Heidental in Switzerland, and has spent the past 6 years in education roles with the Swiss PGA. His research and learning has been based around two key questions: How do I become a great coach? How can we devel…

CPG Golf Development Team member and Transition and Performance Coach, Ian Peek, is heavily involved in researching the sociological and psychological elements of golf and coaching performance. As a conference and webinar presenter, Ian has presented to colleagues worldwide since 2004. In part two of this podcast special, Ian continues the challeng…

As a longstanding PGA Professional, David Kearney has had various coaching involvements and successes including his work with the Irish Ladies Golf team for 19 years and his leading role during the Carton House's staging of the 2018 World Amateur team championships, The Eisenhower Trophy and The Espirito Santo Trophy. As part of his golf developmen…

Brian Hemmings Ph.D has over 25 years of experience in sport psychology consultancy. He was the lead psychologist to the England golf team for 16 years (1997-2013) delivering high performance strategies with European and World Championship-winning teams and individuals at men’s, youth and junior level. He is the author of the CD ‘In the Zone: Simpl…

Alastair has 25+ years of experience within the golf industry fulfilling a variety of roles including General Manager, Director of Golf, Head Professional and freelance coach. Based upon his studies at the University of Birmingham and consumer insight research from Syngenta, Alastair designed a nationally acclaimed female participation and coaching…

Adam Young is a World-renowned golf coach, known for his best-selling book - 'The Practice Manual'. Adam specialises in skill-development for golfers by applying the body of scientific research on motor learning - with a reputation for being able to take the complex information and make it simple, digestible and easily applicable to all levels of g…

CPG Golf Development Team member and Transition and Performance Coach, Ian Peek, is heavily involved in researching the sociological and psychological elements of golf and coaching performance. As a conference and webinar presenter, Ian has presented to colleagues worldwide since 2004. This podcast challenges you to first of all identify your Profe…

Level A Austrian PGA Professional and CPG Golf Development Team member, Marie Jeffery, explores the topic of coaching communication and its significance for golf participation and performance. The podcast will focus around four key areas of communication science and coaching: communication basics, using communication to build rapport, human sensory…

Head of Disability and Inclusion for the IGF and President of EDGA, Tony Bennett, is a PGA Master Professional bringing a wealth of knowledge to the development of innovative and far-reaching projects around the World. In a career which has spanned five decades, Tony has collaborated with almost all of the world’s leading golf organisations, and ha…

European Tour Golf and Murray Sport and Medicine Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Andrew Murray, and Golf & Health Project Executive Director, Dr. Roger Hawkes, explore the science of COVID-19 and implications for golf / golfers, while also talking about the longevity, physical health and mental health benefits of golf. The CPG Masterclass Series embodie…

Both key figures in the world of golf and Professional golf, Johan Hampf and Jonathan Mannie play pivotal roles in their respective countries of Sweden and Austria. As Chief Executive of the PGA of Sweden, Johan is at the forefront of developing PGA Professionals and the Professional game throughout Sweden. Jonathan meanwhile is Chairman for the Ry…

Director of Education & Membership, Tony Bennett, speaks to tour coach, Sean Foley, to find out more about his relationship with Justin Rose, Sean’s own coaching philosophy, how to get around Carnoustie at the 2018 Open Championship, and the sacrifices coaches make for a life on tour...

This special edition of the #ASK Podcast celebrates #GolfHealthWeek and its work to shine a light on the many benefits that golf can have. We are joined by Dr Roger Hawkes and Dr Andrew Murray from the Golf & Health Project to get an overview of the Project's progress so far, as well as a look into its future work, but also to discuss each of the #…

Coach to Andy Sullivan and Brandon Stone, Jamie Gough (PGA of South Africa) discusses life on tour, working with the best in the world and how Carnoustie is shaping up for the 2018 Open Championship with Confederation of Professional Golf Director of Education & Membership, Tony Bennett. Jamie also talks about Brandon's recent 2018 Scottish Open wi…

Kevin Flynn is a Member of the Confederation of Professional Golf Development Team and a PGA of GB&I Member Professional. Director of Education & Membership, Tony Bennett, spoke to Kevin to find out more about his determination to play golf when growing up, his close relationships with leading coaches, John Jacobs and Jim Hardy, and how he has beco…

As General Secretary of the PGA of Hungary, and Secretary-General of the Hungarian Golf Federation, Áron Makszin, is superbly placed to give an overview and background to the PGA of Hungary and the history of golf in Hungary. Here Confederation of Professional Golf Director of Education & Membership, Tony Bennett, speaks to Áron in-depth about the …

PGA of Hungary Member Professional, László Tringer, was responsible for the creation of the PGA of Hungary at the turn of the century, and his father and a few friends were right at the sharp end of golf’s re-emergence in the former communist state around the time of independence. Here CPG speaks to László in-depth about the Association's experienc…

Having moved to Hungary 20 years ago, Damian has since built a career and reputation that has resulted in an award from the Hungarian government to recognise his services to the game. Here Confederation of Professional Golf Director of Education & Membership, Tony Bennett, speaks to Damian in-depth about the Association's experiences and how golf w…

We spoke to Mike to find out more about the LPGA’s work and success in developing female golf in the US, how we can all get more females playing golf, and the way golf development makes up a fundamental part of the association’s strategy. Find out more at www.cpg.golf

Marie Jeffery is a Member of the CPG Golf Development Team and a PGA of Austria Member Professional. We spoke to Marie to find out more about how she got into golf, her work in the world of 'Communicology', and her experience in women and girls' participation and development in golf. Find out more about the CPG Golf Development Team at http://eur.p…

Alastair Spink is a Member of the CPG Golf Development Team. Here we speak to Alastair about his how he made it into golf to eventually become a PGA Pro, along with how he has become a leader in women's golf development and participation taking an academic approach to his work in creating the hugely successful Love.golf programme. Read more at http…

Confederation of Professional Golf Director of Education & Membership, Tony Bennett, caught up with David Leadbetter at the 2015 Open Championship at St Andrews to find out more about how Leadbetter's views of golf coaching have developed over the years, his new 'A Swing' theory and book, along with the influx of the new generation of young players…

Golfers who stand up best to the pressures of the game face the same fear and doubt as you and me; the difference is they have learned mechanisms to deal with it. Here are seven ways to help coach your players in anticipation of when the pressure starts to mount.Read the article in full at: http://eur.pe/1Le4SMR.…

Walking rarely gets the recognition it deserves, especially when it comes to the world of business and management. From Beethoven to Steve Jobs and the Queen, walking has helped many a historic heavyweight to achieve success in their chosen field.Read the article in full at http://eur.pe/1DsZGtW

It is widely accepted that employers will likely Google an applicant as soon as they get their name. What comes up in the search can be a window into their lives – whether you like it or not. To ensure your results are ones that play in your favour, here are some tips to promote yourself better online and ensure a search of your name makes it more …