USGA

Mentioned in 11 analyzed podcast episodes across 2 shows

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Episode Mentions

No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · May 18, 2026

1161: Aaron Rai and the PGA Championship

“Mentioned as comparison for consistent major championship identity and setup philosophy vs. PGA of America”

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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No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · May 13, 2026

1157: Kicking off the PGA at Aronimink

“Golf governing body; developing controversial 2030 golf ball rollback testing standard at 125 mph swing speed with 317-yard distance limit”

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

“Primary target of criticism for rollback ball initiative credibility crisis and poor coordination with manufacturers on equipment standards”

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

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

“Criticized for golf ball rollback proposal; hosts US Open and governs rules; invests $2M annually in 'grow the game' initiatives”

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 US Open; locked into June 19 date at Wingfoot in 2028 schedule”

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

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The Shotgun Start · May 6, 2026

Will Bryson go full YouTube, Rahm and LIV speak on their futures, and Quail Hollow fatigue

“Organizing U.S. Open at Shinnecock Hills; hosts media day that overshadows PGA Championship coverage”

LIV Golf funding crisis and PIF withdrawalBryson DeChambeau contract negotiations and YouTube strategyCollin Rahm DP World Tour reconciliation and minimum event requirements

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The Shotgun Start · Apr 22, 2026

A Conversation About Golf & Other Things with Shane Bacon

“Organizes U.S. Open and manages championship courses; mentioned for app and Wingfoot hosting”

St. Andrews Old Course reverse routing and design implicationsZurich Classic field quality and exemption criteriaChevron Championship relocation to Memorial Park

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The Shotgun Start · Apr 14, 2026

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

“Major championship organizer defending independence and grassroots funding against PGA Tour revenue sharing demands”

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

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No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · Apr 8, 2026

1141: Kicking Off The First Major Of The Year

“Governing body collaborating with R&A and Augusta National on golf ball rollback implementation scheduled for 2030”

Masters field analysis and power rankingsFred Ridley press conference on distance regulationGolf ball rollback implementation timeline and effectiveness

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The Shotgun Start · Apr 1, 2026

Tiger police report and decision to step away, ANWA’s quirky format, and Kelce on Masters call

“Governs U.S. Women's Amateur and other championships; discussed regarding purse increases affecting grassroots funding”

Tiger Woods DUI arrest and painkiller dependencePGA Tour leadership and governanceAugusta National Women's Amateur format and competitiveness

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No Laying Up - Golf Podcast · Feb 26, 2026

1123: Infamous Rules Controversies

“Referenced for rules interpretation, rule book modernization, and historical rules expertise”

Tiger Woods 2013 Masters drop controversy and rule 26-1 applicationCraig Stadler towelgate disqualification at 1987 San Diego OpenColin Montgomery Jakarta incident and ball replacement rules

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