Pull Hook Golf

Welcome to the Pull Hook Golf podcast with host Matt Cook, a Mini Tour dropout, who brings an uncensored look at golf with current co-host, golf influencer Buttsy. Featuring raw interviews with Tour Players, Caddies, Instructors and influential voices.

Mixed Gender Golf

S2 E95 • Dec 6, 2023 • 71 mins

In this episode, Matt Cook recaps the Hero World Challenge and delves into Tiger Woods's comeback and future. The state of the PGA Tour and Australian tournaments are analyzed, followed by a preview of the Grand Thornton Invitational. Special guest Kevin Strelman is announced. The golf ball rollback and the rise of Live Golf are discussed. The potential impact of John Rahm's departure for the PGA Tour PIP deal is examined, and the PGA Tour's promotional efforts are critiqued. The episode wraps up with sponsor acknowledgements and a preview of next week's episode.

Key Points

Pull Hook Golf discusses the potential impact of the proposed golf ball rollback on both professional and amateur players, expressing concerns about how it may affect the distance and enjoyment of the game for all golfers.
The podcast speculates on the possibility of major golfer John Rahm joining LIV Golf, referring to him as the "$600 million man," and suggests that his move could significantly elevate the competitive level of the series.
The hosts emphasize the need for the PGA Tour to improve its promotion and storytelling about players to better engage fans, highlighting the tour's failure to capitalize on compelling player narratives and backstories.

Matt Cook recaps the Hero World Challenge, highlighting Scottie Scheffler's win and improved putting. He discusses Collin Morikawa's penalty for using a device to record Stimp readings. Matt previews the upcoming Grand Thornton Invitational and the PNC Championship. He also talks about the golf ball rollback and its potential impact. Matt discusses rumored player acquisitions by LIV Golf and the implications for the PGA Tour. He criticizes the PGA Tour's lack of promotion and suggests media involvement to build up players.

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Speakers

Matt Cook

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Chapters

0:00	Introduction and Sponsor: Swanie's Golf
3:12	Recap of the Hero World Challenge and discussion on key players' performances
11:22	Deep-dive into Tiger Woods's return and future plans
21:14	Analysis of the current state of the PGA Tour and Australian tournaments
30:08	Preview and predictions for the upcoming Grand Thornton Invitational
37:05	Special Guest Announcement: Kevin Strelman
38:57	Examination of the golf ball rollback and its impact on the game
46:49	Discussion on the rise of Live Golf and its implications for the golfing world
58:05	Impact of John Rahm's potential departure for the PGA Tour PIP deal
1:06:03	Critique of the PGA Tour's promotional efforts
1:09:11	Conclusion, thanks to listeners, Sponsor: millions.co, and Sponsor: Swannys Golf, and preview of next week's episode

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