In this episode of the Connected Instructor Podcast, host Landon interviews Adam Fonseca, owner of Golf Unfiltered and host of the Golf Unfiltered podcast. They discuss the evolving landscape of golf entertainment and the recent Topgolf-Callaway split.
Key Topics:
1. Golf Industry Evolution
- Impact of Tiger Woods on modern golf
- COVID-19 golf boom and its effects
2. Topgolf and Callaway
- Rise of Topgolf as an entertainment venue
- Merger with Callaway and subsequent challenges
- Reasons behind the potential split
3. Future of Golf Entertainment
- Role of technology (e.g., Top Tracer) in driving ranges
- Importance of consumer education on equipment
4. Golf Equipment and Fitting
- Significance of custom club fitting
- Misconceptions about shaft flex
- Introduction to Forward Golf fitting system
5. Influencers and Content Creators in Golf
- Impact on younger audiences
- Creator Classic at East Lake Golf Club
- Changing landscape of golf media consumption
6. Growing the Game
- New avenues for engagement through social media
- Balancing traditional golf with new forms of entertainment
Resources Mentioned:
- Golf Unfiltered website and podcast
- Forward Golf fitting system
- Creator Classic at East Lake Golf Club
Connect with Adam Fonseca:
- Website: golfunfiltered.com
- Social Media: @golfunfiltered on all platforms
We hope you enjoyed this insightful discussion on the future of golf entertainment. Don't forget to subscribe to the Connected Instructor Podcast for more engaging conversations about the world of golf!
