Hey there! Ever show up to a competitive golf event... without your golf clubs? Our resident rules guru, Roger, did just that, and lived to tell the tale (and shoot respectably!). In this episode of Golfweek Amateur Tour – The Podcast, Tim Newman, Chris Rocha, and Roger tee up the laughs, drop some serious amateur golf rule knowledge, and spotlight the passion that fuels our golf community.
We’re also heading to the beautiful Mission Inn Resort for the Howie in the Hills regional, where players took on the rare Florida hills and came out swinging—including former PGA Tour pro Dave Rummels, who staged an epic Champ Flight comeback with four birdies on the back nine. And yes, he’s 67 and just returned to amateur golf tournaments after decades as a pro.
Plus, we dive into what makes senior golf events such a vibe: camaraderie, relaxed competition, and stories that go beyond the scorecard.
Highlights & Tee-rific Moments:
- Roger’s hilarious “no clubs” story (seriously, check your trunk!)
- What’s OB vs. penalty area? Learn the golf rule definitions that could save your round
- Dave Rummels’ comeback after SEVEN straight bogeys—mental game on point
- The highs and hills of Mission Inn: Las Colinas & El Campeon courses
- How local golf tours bring players together from all over the country
- The difference in energy between the Golfweek Amateur Tour and Senior Amateur Golf Tour
- A heartfelt reminder of the impact this amateur golf podcast has had on players, especially veterans
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Whether you’re grinding for a National Championship or just here for the golf tips, laughs, and community, this episode is packed with everything everyday golfers love. Thanks for being part of the Golfweek Amateur Tour family!
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