The Back of the Range Golf Podcast, hosted by Ben Adelberg, is a weekly interview-driven podcast focusing on the game of golf. Prominent amateurs and professionals, coaches, and personalities from the game share their stories each and every week. Sometimes, the best stories in golf aren't found on t
Former mini-tour pro Andrew Bailey’s unlikely path to becoming U.S. Mid-Amateur champion began on Cleveland’s municipal courses. In this episode, he shares why he left professional golf, how reinstatement as an amateur changed his game, and how a chance pairing with Cleveland State coach Steve Weir helped shape his journey. Bailey reflects on the grind of the SwingThought Tour, the joy and community he found in amateur golf, and the pressure of his U.S. Mid-Amateur run. He also discusses earning exemptions to the Masters and U.S. Open, the future of the mid-amateur, and what it means to…
Wake Forest senior Macy Pate stops by The Back of the Range to share the story behind her team-voted exemption to compete at The Annika Driven by Gainbridge—and her upcoming LPGA debut. She reflects on growing up near Wake Forest, finding a family in the women’s golf program, and balancing elite competition with academics. Macy also discusses the mentors and teammates who shaped her and the legacy she hopes to leave at Wake Forest. A conversation about gratitude, ambition, and taking the next big step while staying true to what matters. Macy Pate - Wake Forest Women's Golf The Back of the…
Johnnie Clark of the University of New Mexico is making a statement: he won his first three stroke-play events this fall, a rare feat in Division I golf. In this episode, he shares the journey behind his breakthrough, from discovering the game at six in Mesa, Arizona, to competing against future PGA Tour talent as a junior. Johnnie talks about emailing top college programs at 16, his experience at Oklahoma State, and why transferring to New Mexico helped him find a better fit. He also takes us on the road, reflecting on a team trip to Japan filled with Tokyo adventures plus a memorable…
Alabama assistant coach Forrest Schultz joins The Back of the Range to share his journey from Division II golf to the SEC. Hear how he builds competitive schedules, develops players, and creates a championship culture—plus what makes Alabama’s practices, team traditions, and approach to player development stand out. Forrest Schultz - Alabama Men's Golf Assistant Coach The Back of the Range - All Access Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podcasts and SPOTIFY! Also Subscribe in YouTube , Google Play , Overcast , Stitcher Follow on Social Media! Email us:…
Mike Sposa’s U.S. Senior Amateur win is only part of the story. The real surprise is how a former pro who spent years grinding on tour found himself energized by amateur golf again, from the pressure of match play to the joy of competing without the weight of a paycheck. Ben and Mike unpack what changes—and what doesn’t—when a lifelong tournament golfer steps back into elite amateur competition. Mike shares what he’s learned about preparing faster, handling nerves differently, and using better self-talk under pressure. He also explains why the mental side matters more now than ever, and why…
NC State women’s golf coach Darby Sligh speaks about the experiences that shaped her path—from growing up in North Augusta, South Carolina, and working the range at Augusta National to coaching at Newberry, Illinois State, and NC State. Darby shares what she learned building a program with limited resources, why connection and consistency matter when developing a team, and how the NCAA’s 50/50 postseason rule influences scheduling. Coach Sligh also discusses how college golf has changed, the importance of team chemistry, and the challenges facing women’s golf programs today. Darby Sligh -…
College golf is won long before the first tee shot - in the fundraising, the relationships, and the relentless behind-the-scenes grind that most fans never see. Toledo's Jeff Roope pulls back the curtain on how he turned vision into a nationally relevant program, why Inverness Intercollegiate has become one of the best events in the sport, and what it really takes to compete when your budget is a fraction of the power programs. From high school coaching to a national championship at Wittenberg and now leading Toledo, Roope shares the lessons that still shape everything he does: trust,…
GB&I’s Walker Cup win at Lahinch wasn’t just a trophy—it was a masterclass in team chemistry, preparation, and handling the biggest amateur stage in golf. Josh Hill stops by The Back of the Range to relive the wild celebration and the moments that turned a week in Ireland into the best night of his life. Beneath the laughter is a deeper story: how a player who felt he underachieved at Tennessee used setbacks, injuries, and hard-earned lessons to become a key part of a championship team. In this episode, Josh shares: How data and detailed preparation shaped partnerships down to the even- and…
In this episode, Armen walks through exactly how you take a program from 81st in the country to a top-two national finish in four years — the recruiting philosophy, the culture shifts, and the belief system he had to install before the results ever showed up. We talk about what it took to build match-play mental toughness into a young roster, what it meant to develop a true program identity at a school with UCLA's history and expectations, and how the lessons from smaller programs like UTRGV shaped the coach he is today. Armen Kirakossian - UCLA Men's Golf Coach ** The Back of the Range -…
College golf is changing fast, and Shauna Taylor is one of the few people who’s lived its evolution from every angle - elite player, head coach, recruiter, mentor, and Hall of Famer. If you care about what actually builds winning programs, this conversation will show you why the best teams are built on values, relationships, and the courage to adapt. Shauna Taylor, the head coach of Arkansas Women’s Golf, opens up about the team retreat that may have set the tone for her entire season - including two hole-in-ones, a course record, and a viral behind-the-scenes look at her players being…
In this episode of The Back of the Range, Ben Adelberg sits down with Jonathan Moore, head coach of Oklahoma Men’s Golf, for a deep and wide-ranging conversation about leadership, player development, and the realities of building a championship program. Jonathan Moore - Oklahoma Men's Golf Coach The Back of the Range - All Access Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podcasts and SPOTIFY! Also Subscribe in YouTube , Google Play , Overcast , Stitcher Follow on Social Media! Email us: [email protected] Website: www.thebackoftherange.com Voice Work by Mitch Phillips
Jim Anderson, Arizona men’s golf coach, talks through the build of a program that is both highly competitive and deeply relationship driven. He explains how the Wildcats are preparing for a new season, what adding associate head coach Alan Murray has meant, and why last year’s NCAA semifinal run proved the program can win it all. In this episode, Ben and Anderson also dig into the realities of college golf today, from transfer portal and NIL pressures to the challenge of building real team chemistry across a roster that spans multiple countries. Jim Anderson - Arizona Men's Golf The Back of…
Our guest on this epsiode of The Back of the Range is Jeff Thomas, head coach of the Liberty University Men's Golf Program. Jeff Thomas - Liberty University Men's Golf Coach ** The Back of the Range - All Access ** Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podcasts and SPOTIFY! Also Subscribe in YouTube , Google Play , Overcast , Stitcher Follow on Social Media! Email us: [email protected] Website: www.thebackoftherange.com Voice Work by Mitch Phillips
In this episode of The Back of the Range, we dive deep into the evolving landscape of college golf with Brendan von Doehren, the Executive Director of PGA Tour U. Brendan shares valuable insights on the new initiatives shaping the future of golf, particularly for young, emerging talent. PGA TOUR U - Official Website The Back of the Range - All Access Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podcasts and SPOTIFY! Also Subscribe in YouTube , Google Play , Overcast , Stitcher Follow on Social Media! Email us: [email protected] Website: www.thebackoftherange.com Voice Work…
For nearly three decades, Jerry Haas has been the steady hand behind one of the most consistent programs in college golf. Since taking over at Wake Forest in 1997, Haas has guided the Demon Deacons to a nation-leading 48 NCAA Championship appearances, more than 40 tournament victories, and a 2022 ACC Championship — building a program that has become a fixture on the national stage. But before he was building a dynasty on the sideline, Jerry Haas was building his own game inside one of golf's most storied families. A two-time Illinois Amateur champion, All-American at Wake Forest, and PGA…
My guest on this episode of The Back of the Range is Houston Moore, the director of golf for the UTRGV Men's and Women's Golf Programs. Houston Moore - Director of Golf, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley The Back of the Range - All Access Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podcasts and SPOTIFY! Also Subscribe in YouTube , Google Play , Overcast , Stitcher Follow on Social Media! Email us: [email protected] Website: www.thebackoftherange.com Voice Work by Mitch Phillips
My guest on this episode of The Back of the Range is Josh Brewer, head coach of the Eastern Michigan Women's Golf Program. We spoke about last season's run at the National Championship and what lies ahead for the program. Josh Brewer - Eastern Michigan Women's Golf The Back of the Range - All Access Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podcasts and SPOTIFY! Also Subscribe in YouTube , Google Play , Overcast , Stitcher Follow on Social Media! Email us: [email protected] Website: www.thebackoftherange.com Voice Work by Mitch Phillips
My guest on this episode of The Back of the Range is the new head coach of the Georgia Tech Men's Golf program, Ryan Hybl. Ryan Hybl - Georgia Tech Men's Golf Coach The Back of the Range - All Access Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podcasts and SPOTIFY! Also Subscribe in YouTube , Google Play , Overcast , Stitcher Follow on Social Media! Email us: [email protected] Website: www.thebackoftherange.com Voice Work by Mitch Phillips
My guest on this episode of The Back of the Range is Lance Ringler, tournament host of the National Golf Invitational. We spoke about the upcoming tournaments at Ak-Chin Southern Dunes that provide collegiate teams one more shot at glory in the postseason. National Golf Invitational - Instagram The Back of the Range - All Access Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podcasts and SPOTIFY! Also Subscribe in YouTube , Google Play , Overcast , Stitcher Follow on Social Media! Email us: [email protected] Website: www.thebackoftherange.com Voice Work by Mitch Phillips
My guest on this episode of The Back of the Range is Fifa Laopakdee, the reigning Asia-Pacific Amateur Champion. Fifa tees it up this week at The Masters before heading back to Arizona State University to help the Sun Devils make a deep postseason run in college golf. Fifa Laopakdee - Asia Pacific Amateur Champion The Back of the Range - All Access Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podcasts and SPOTIFY! Also Subscribe in YouTube , Google Play , Overcast , Stitcher Follow on Social Media! Email us: [email protected] Website: www.thebackoftherange.com Voice Work by…
My guest on this episode of The Back of the Range is Ethan Fang, the reigning British Amateur Champion. We spoke about his experience representing the United States at the 2025 Walker Cup and what lies ahead for him as he looks to compete in The Masters. Ethan will look to lead the Oklahoma State Cowboys to Omni La Costa for another national title run next month. Ethan Fang - Oklahoma State Men's Golf The Back of the Range - All Access Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podcasts and SPOTIFY! Also Subscribe in YouTube , Google Play , Overcast , Stitcher Follow on Social…
My guest on this episode of The Back of the Range is Tommy Morrison. We spoke about his experience representing the United States at the 2025 Walker Cup and what lies ahead for him as he looks towards the start of his professional career after college. Tommy is part of the Texas Longhorn Men's Golf Program that will be looking to compete for a National Championship at Omni La Costa later this spring. Christiaan Maas - Texas Men's Golf The Back of the Range - All Access Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podcasts and SPOTIFY! Also Subscribe in YouTube , Google Play ,…
My guest on this episode of The Back of the Range is Christiaan Maas. Christiaan is the #4 ranked amateur in the world and climbing the ranks in this year's PGA TOUR U rankings. Christiaan is part of the Texas Longhorn Men's Golf Program that will be looking to compete for a National Championship at Omni La Costa later this spring. Christiaan Maas - Texas Men's Golf The Back of the Range - All Access Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podcasts and SPOTIFY! Also Subscribe in YouTube , Google Play , Overcast , Stitcher Follow on Social Media! Email us:…
My guest on this episode of The Back of the Range is Brad McMakin, head coach of the Arkansas Men's' Golf Team. Fantastic conversation with one of the most respected coaches in college golf. Brad McMakin - Arkansas Men's' Golf The Back of the Range - All Access Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podcasts and SPOTIFY! Also Subscribe in YouTube , Google Play , Overcast , Stitcher Follow on Social Media! Email us: [email protected] Website: www.thebackoftherange.com Voice Work by Mitch Phillips
My guest on this episode of The Back of the Range is Scott Turner, the champion of the 2025 Gasparilla Invitational. Scott has been one of the most prolific mid-amateurs in the state of Florida and is also the owner/operator of the Minor League Golf Tour. Scott Turner - Instagram Minor League Golf Tour - Official Website The Back of the Range - All Access Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podcasts and SPOTIFY! Also Subscribe in YouTube , Google Play , Overcast , Stitcher Follow on Social Media! Email us: [email protected] Website: www.thebackoftherange.com Voice…
My guest on this episode of The Back of the Range is Emily Odwin from SMU Women's Golf. Emily has quite literally been a trailblazer for her country, Barbados. She is the first person from Barbados to compete in the U.S. Junior Amateur, U.S. Women's Amateur, and the U.S. Open. Most recently, she received an invitation to complete in this year's Augusta National Women's Amateur. We spoke about her start in the game and why competing for SMU has meant so much to her amateur and collegiate career. Emily Odwin - SMU Women's Golf The Back of the Range - All Access Subscribe to The Back of the…
My guest on this episode of The Back of the Range is Lisa Strom, head coach of The Ohio State University Women's Golf Team. We spoke about her success as a Buckeye and we preview the Therese Hession Regional Challenge at Palos Verdes. Lisa Strom - The Ohio State Women's Golf Head Coach The Back of the Range - All Access Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podcasts and SPOTIFY! Also Subscribe in YouTube , Google Play , Overcast , Stitcher Follow on Social Media! Email us: [email protected] Website: www.thebackoftherange.com Voice Work by Mitch Phillips
My guest on this episode of The Back of the Range is William Sides, the 2026 Jones Cup Invitational Champion. We spoke about the breakout week at Ocean Forest as well as what lies ahead for him and the SMU Mustangs as he enters the final stretch of his collegiate career. William Sides - SMU Men's Golf The Back of the Range - All Access Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podcasts and SPOTIFY! Also Subscribe in YouTube , Google Play , Overcast , Stitcher Follow on Social Media! Email us: [email protected] Website: www.thebackoftherange.com Voice Work by Mitch Phillips
The guest on this episode of The Back of the Range is Matt Vogt, a dentist and accomplished mid-amateur golfer who earned one of the most memorable stories in 2025: qualifying for and competing in the U.S. Open at Oakmont. The conversation covers Vogt’s journey from a modest upbringing in Cranberry Township, Pennsylvania, to his college golf days at Butler University, and his later-life resurgence into competitive amateur golf. He recounts his U.S. Open Qualifying experience, the emotional significance of his late father during that run, and the whirlwind aftermath of suddenly finding…
My guest on this episode of The Back of the Range is Adam Bresnu, one of the stars of the Texas Tech Men's Golf Team. Adam highlights the Royal Morocco Golf Federation’s comprehensive support system — including mental and physical coaching, financial backing, and access to top facilities — which enables Moroccan golfers to pursue international success. Adam Bresnu - Texas Tech Men's Golf Team The Back of the Range - All Access Subscribe to The Back of the Range Subscribe in Apple Podcasts and SPOTIFY! Also Subscribe in YouTube , Google Play , Overcast , Stitcher Follow on Social Media! Email…
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The Back of the Range Golf Podcast, hosted by Ben Adelberg, is a weekly interview-driven podcast focusing on the game of golf. Prominent amateurs and professionals, coaches, and personalities from the game share their stories each and every week. Sometimes, the best stories in golf aren't found on t
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