With the hype of the FedEx Cup and Ryder Cup still brewing, and the prime fall season for golf approaching, now is the perfect time to discuss what’s going on in the world of golf! Today’s special guest is Frank Caughlin, the general manager of Arcadian Shores Golf Club! He joins us to talk PGA Tour, Ryder Cup, and to hear all about Arcadian Shores! We ‘tee off’ with a discussion about the recent FedEx cup, Tommy Fleetwood’s likability and long-awaited win, and who we think will be the ...

In this episode of Tee’d Off, Ben Clyburn and Aaron Thomas sit down with Chris Cooper, General Manager of Tidewater Golf Club, to discuss current highlights in the golfing world and what makes Tidewater so special. The conversation delves into the drama of the US Open, JJ Spaun’s gritty win, and Rory McIlroy’s surprising media silence following his Masters victory. You’ll hear about Chris’ inspiring journey from picking up range balls in Georgia as a child, to chasing the pro golf dream in Or...

The Masters is just a heartbeat away, marking the start of the new season and paving the way for the illustrious Monday After the Masters on Dye at Barefoot Resort and Golf in Myrtle Beach. Joining the Tee'd Off hosts Ben and Aaron is Barefoot Resort and Golf's general manager, Dave Genevro, who begins The Front Nine by sharing his thoughts on the recent rise in PGA ratings and the current state of finances and contract negotiations between the PGA Tour and PIF. Then, the crew discusses...

In this episode of Tee’d Off, Ben and Aaron are joined by Bradley Vaughan, Sales and Marketing Manager at Legends Golf Resort in Myrtle Beach. Together, they discuss the new TGL league, exploring its format, strengths, and areas for improvement, while offering insights on potential broadcast enhancements like advanced stats displays and pacing changes. The conversation delves into the cutting-edge technology behind the TGL’s virtual courses and undulating greens, bold predictions for the 2025...

How did the President’s Cup unfold, and what’s next for the international golf scene? In this episode, we sit down with AJ Gohil, VP of Sales and Business Development of East Coast Golf Management, to break down the drama and excitement of the 2024 President’s Cup and delve into what makes Myrtle Beach a prime golf destination. AJ is an experienced golf industry professional specializing in golf course management and operations. The East Coast Golf Management is a full-service golf course man...

What makes Myrtle Beach the ultimate golf destination? Is it the world-class courses, the community, or perhaps a combination of both? Join us as we tee off with a special guest who knows the Grand Strand like the back of his hand. In this episode, we sit down with Wes Loman, known as The Salty Golfer. Wes has quickly become a local legend in Myrtle Beach. A golf enthusiast and the founder of The Salty Golfer brand, his passion for the game combined with his deep roots in the Myrtle Beach gol...

In this episode of Teed Off, hosts Ben Clyburn and Aaron Thomas are joined by guest Corey Bowers, the head golf professional at Sea Trail Golf Club. The discussion covers various topics related to the world of golf, including a recap of the US Open and Bryson DeChambeau's victory, thoughts on the 2025 Ryder Cup and its captaincy, and a preview of the Open Championship with favorite and sleeper picks. The conversation then shifts to Corey's background and his journey to becoming the head golf ...

In this episode, we are joined by Justin Binke, Director of Sales and Revenue at Founders Group International and PGA professional, to unpack the upcoming US Open and learn about the Founders Group courses. Founders Group International is a top golf management company based in Myrtle Beach. It offers various services, including golf memberships, tee time bookings, and discount programs. Justin oversees revenue strategies and sales operations for Founders Group and is known for his role in enh...

Episode 17: PGA Championship and The Myrtle Beach Classic!In today’s episode, hosts Ben and Aaron unpack the excitement and controversy surrounding the PGA Championship and discuss the Myrtle Beach Classic. We start our conversation with the latest news in professional golf and the upcoming PGA Championship. Next, we dive into Rory McIlroy's departure from the player policy board, Tiger Woods being the sole PGA player involved in negotiations, and our concerns about the state of professional ...

In this episode of Tee’d Off, Ben and Aaron are joined by golf legend Jimmy Hanlin, a TV personality and PGA professional, to talk about a wide range of topics, from the highly anticipated Masters tournament to personal golfing experiences and the overall state of the professional game. We start by finding out how his passion for the sport developed from an early age. From making a golf course from empty soup cans to hosting a TV show about golf, Jimmy shares how his professional involvement ...

In this special episode of Tee'd Off, Ben and Aaron sit down with long time Myrtle Beach Golf veteran and new President of Volvik USA, Pete Kinney! Pete started his career in Myrtle Beach in 1990 as the Assistant Professional at Waterway Hills, a former popular course located on Restaurant Row. Known for it's signature gondola ride across the Intracoastal Waterway to and from the course, Pete said that manning the gondola once a week was the greatest bag boy position in town! To fuel his...

In this episode of Tee'd Off, the crew discuss the new drama in the world of golf, including new LIV Golf defections and rumors, Tiger's new apparel deal with TaylorMade, and an amateur winning a PGA Tour event for the first time in 30 years! PGA Professional Jake Benton joins the studio to discuss the prominent Arrowhead Country Club in Myrtle Beach. Aaron and Ben share what packages and accommodations fit well with Arrowhead Country Club, and some great things to do in the Myrtle Beach area...

In this episode of Tee'd Off, Dale Ketola from the Grande Dunes Performance Center joins Ben in the studio to discuss the latest in the golf world. They discuss the controversial news on the imminent golf ball rollback, Jon Rahm's departure to LIV Golf, and Tiger's possible departure from Nike! They also discuss the beautiful Resort Course at the Grande Dunes and Dale's state of the art Performance Center. Ben gives an update on the happenings in Myrtle Beach and.. of course.. what Tee'...

In this Episode of Tee'd Off, the crew discuss the upcoming TGL and predict how it will be received by the public. Other Tiger Woods projects include a future Pop Stroke in Myrtle Beach! The boys also forecast the 2024 season of PGA vs LIV. Scott Taylor is in the studio to talk shop about his golf course, the fan favorite River Oaks in the Golf Capital of the World, Myrtle. And of course... what Tee's them Off!Although we are still awaiting his return to the course, Tiger Woods has been very ...

This episode was a doozy, with plenty to discuss in the world of golf and Myrtle Beach golf!The Route in Rome was evident from the opening session on Friday, as the Europeans handled the USA yet another loss abroad, reclaiming the Cup 16.5 to 11.5. A goose egg in Friday Morning Foursomes, a 9&7 blow out dealt to World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler and reigning PGA Champ Brooks Koepka during Saturday Morning Foursomes, and Jordan Spieth not winning a match for the first time in his Ryder Cup car...

In this episode of Tee'd Off, PGA Professional Mike Deluca joins Ben and Aaron to talk shop on the upcoming Ryder Cup in Rome. Mike breaks down some of the beach's best finishing holes at Wachesaw East, and of course, what Tee's them Off!As the Ryder Cup 2023 in Rome quickly approaches, the crew breaks down the matchup of rosters between the US and Europe squads. Rookies have made big impacts in the Ryder Cup in recent history, and both teams have an impressive selection of first year players...

In this episode of Tee'd Off, Ben and Aaron recap Viktor Hovland's phenomenal run to win the Fedex Cup, discuss Zach Johnson's Ryder Cup captain's picks, and the biggest amateur golf event of the year, the Myrtle Beach World Am!Although an unorthodox swinger, Viktor Hovland has taken over the PGA Tour in recent weeks, clipping off 2 wins in route to his first ever Fedex Cup! With only 4 years on Tour, Viktor has cemented himself as one of the world's best. Could a major championship be in his...

In this episode of Tee'd Off, Ben and Aaron sit down with Mike and Tyler from Crow Creek Golf Club to talk PIF-PGA, The Open, and the sweet bent grass greens at Crow Creek! Open favorites and sleeper picks are discussed, and even a bit of a wager is thrown around for the crew in a Tee'd Off first. The show closes with a great round of what Tees them Off, and Tyler has a big announcement!Ben and Aaron discuss the recent Senate investigation hearings on the proposed PIF and PGA merger. They ana...

In this episode of Tee'd Off, Aaron and Ben discuss the bombshell merger between the PGA Tour and LIV Golf that took everyone by surprise! US Open favorites and sleeper picks are revealed. Jimmy Biggs is in the studio to discuss Pine Lakes Country Club, Myrtle Beach golf, and of course... what Tee's them Off! The crew express their initial shock and disbelief upon learning about the merger between the PGA Tour and the Saudi-backed LIV Golf Tour. They analyze the potential reasons behind...

In this episode of Tee'd Off, Ben and Aaron recap the amazing storylines from the PGA Championship: Brooks Koepka, PGA vs LIV, Michael Block, and more! They also share exciting news about an upcoming PGA Tour event to be hosted in Myrtle Beach in 2024! Jay Smith from Prestwick Country Club is in the studio as the episode's special guest to talk all things Prestwick, the Myrtle Beach Golf Trail, and of course.. what Tee's them Off!The crew discuss the exciting PGA Championship at Oak Hill, whe...