PGA of America

Mentioned in 22 analyzed podcast episodes across 3 shows

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The Shotgun Start No Laying Up - Golf Podcast New Heights with Jason & Travis Kelce

Episode Mentions

The Shotgun Start · May 19, 2026

Golf’s course renovation excesses come to the Byron Nelson, LIV’s cost cutting, and U.S. Open qualifying starts

“Administers U.S. Open qualifying; manages sectional qualifying sites in Dallas and England”

Golf Course Renovation Economics and Excess SpendingTPC Craig Ranch $25 Million Redesign by Lanny WatkinsCJ Cup by Aaron Nelson Tournament Viability

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No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · May 18, 2026

1161: Aaron Rai and the PGA Championship

“Organizer of PGA Championship; criticized for setup philosophy, venue selection, and administrative decisions”

PGA Championship course setup and venue selection strategyStrokes gained analytics vs. traditional golf course design philosophyMajor championship identity and consistency across venues

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The Shotgun Start · May 18, 2026

2026 PGA Championship Recap: Aaron Rai, Aronimink, and a bunched field under the microscope

“Organizer of the 2026 PGA Championship; setup philosophy and course management decisions were central to episode discussion”

PGA Championship setup philosophy and course designMajor championship difficulty and player separationAaron Rai's career trajectory and work ethic narrative

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No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · May 17, 2026

1160: Rahm, Ludvig, and 20 others trying to chase Alex Smalley down

“Organizer of the 108th PGA Championship at Quaker Ridge; responsible for course setup and pin placement decisions”

PGA Championship course setup and pin placement strategyImpact of firm vs. soft greens on scoring and playabilityWeather volatility in major championship scoring

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The Shotgun Start · May 17, 2026

Saturday at the 2026 PGA Championship: Setup changes and a giant pack still in contention

“Organizer of the 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink; setup decisions and infrastructure constraints discussed throughout”

PGA Championship setup strategy and green complexityShotgun start format and tee time advantage analysisRough management and scoring suppression mechanics

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No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · May 16, 2026

1159: McNealy/Smalley lead, but setup is all the talk

“Tournament organizer; primary focus of setup criticism and debate about pin placement strategy and course management decisions”

PGA Championship course setup and pin placement strategyBunched leaderboards and major championship competitivenessPace of play enforcement and rules compliance

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The Shotgun Start · May 16, 2026

Friday at the 2026 PGA Championship: A golf course debate rages on in Philadelphia

“Organizer of the 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink; subject of debate regarding course setup decisions and pin placement strategy”

PGA Championship course setup philosophy and difficulty calibrationGolf course architecture and green design impact on player performancePin placement strategy and its effect on scoring variance

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No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · May 15, 2026

1158: Seven Tied after Thursday at the PGA

“Organizer of the PGA Championship; praised for course setup, spectator logistics, and venue management at Aronimink”

PGA Championship course setup and design philosophyRough grass variability and its impact on scoringFairway camber and slope as difficulty factors

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The Shotgun Start · May 15, 2026

Thursday at the 2026 PGA Championship: Aronimink punches back, Blockie wins us over, and Higgo clown show

“Tournament organizer and course setup authority; implemented AI chatbot that required mid-tournament correction due to controversial responses”

PGA Championship course setup and pin placement strategyGolf course architectural design and green complexityRule enforcement in professional golf tournaments

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No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · May 13, 2026

1157: Kicking off the PGA at Aronimink

“Tournament operator; organizing 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink with free food/beverage for attendees and operational logistics challenges”

PGA Championship course setup and conditioning strategyGolf ball rollback testing standards and distance regulationPlayer form analysis and major championship predictions

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The Shotgun Start · May 13, 2026

2026 PGA Championship Preview: Questions about Rory, Bryson, and Aronimink

“Host organization for 2026 PGA Championship; criticized for pairing sheet quality and organizational logistics at Aronimink”

PGA Championship course setup and design philosophyGolf equipment regulation and rollback ball initiativeModern equipment distance advantage and course obsolescence

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No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · May 11, 2026

1156: PGA Championship Preview Show

“Tournament organizer hosting the 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink Golf Club in Philadelphia”

PGA Championship course setup and design philosophyModern equipment impact on classic golf course strategyStrokes gained analysis by distance brackets and approach shot patterns

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The Shotgun Start · May 11, 2026

Quail Hollow falls flat, TGL rents out to Pro Wrestling, and Early PGA thoughts

“Organization running the PGA Championship at Quail Hollow and managing membership including Don Orsino”

Ryder Cup team selection and captain strategy for 2026European golf talent development and competitive advantagePGA Championship venue selection and tournament format effectiveness

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No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · May 11, 2026

1155: Reitan wins Truist, Jeeno at Mizuho, and a lengthy notebook

“Hosts PGA Championship; governance dysfunction criticized; new CEO Terry Clark replacing Don Ray in public-facing role”

Christopher Raiton's Quail Hollow victory and path through DP World Tour to PGA TourGolf ball rollback debate—player skepticism on USGA/R&A specifications and enforcement mechanismsPublic golf course funding models and municipal reinvestment strategies

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No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · May 8, 2026

1154: Forecasting The 2028 PGA Tour Schedule

“Governs PGA Championship; ceded August dates to PGA Tour but hasn't utilized them effectively”

2028 PGA Tour Schedule ConstructionSignature Events and Field ExpansionMatch Play Championship Format

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No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · May 5, 2026

1153: Best PGA Championship Draft

“Organizer of PGA Championship; discussed throughout regarding tournament history, venue selection, and rule enforcement”

PGA Championship History and EvolutionMatch Play vs Stroke Play Format ComparisonGolf Tournament Venue Selection and Course Design

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No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · Apr 27, 2026

1150: Nelly wins Chevron; FitzBro's take Zurich

“Organization responsible for Ryder Cup captain selection; criticized for mismanagement of selection process”

LPGA broadcast quality and production standardsMajor championship venue selection and tradition vs. sponsorshipNelly Korda's major championship trajectory and career arc

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The Shotgun Start · Apr 20, 2026

Fitz clips Sheriff Scottie as fans chant USA, Bryson WDs, Rahm wins, and the LIV sinking ship

“Organizer of Senior PGA Championship at Concession Club with Scottie Scheffler as defending champion”

LIV Golf funding crisis and business viabilityMatt Fitzpatrick's coaching relationship with Mark BlackburnHarbour Town Golf Club course design and player suitability

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The Shotgun Start · Apr 14, 2026

Masters broadcast critiques, PGA Tour vs. Majors, and Harbour Town as a detox

“Runs senior majors and PGA Championship, operates independently from PGA Tour”

Masters broadcast production quality and technical issuesPGA Tour vs. major championships revenue sharing negotiationsRBC Heritage scheduling and sponsor value challenges

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New Heights with Jason & Travis Kelce · Apr 8, 2026

Jim Nantz on The Masters, John Daly's Guide to Life, Moon Eras, TikTok Algorithms & More | Ep 186

“Governing body for PGA Championship; John Daly won major championship under their organization”

Masters Tournament Broadcasting and CommentaryGolf Short Game Fundamentals and Practice PhilosophySports Broadcasting Excellence and Storytelling

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The Shotgun Start · Mar 30, 2026

Woodland's triumph is the story of the year, DLF rumors, & the Tiger Ryder Cup question

“Organization responsible for Ryder Cup captaincy selection and decisions regarding Tiger Woods eligibility”

Gary Woodland's brain surgery recovery and PTSD management in professional golfMental health disclosure and its impact on athletic performanceCourse setup influence on scoring and skill expression in professional tournaments

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The Shotgun Start · Feb 6, 2026

A new boss at the PGA, Phoenix struggle busses, and Reed’s Middle East run

“Trade organization for PGA professionals; major focus on leadership transition and modernization needs”

Phoenix Open leaderboard analysis and rising player profilesPGA of America CEO transition and organizational modernizationPGA Tour membership crisis and pro job sustainability

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