The Back of the Range
Episodes
Chris Haack - University of Georgia Men's Golf Coach
19 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The HAACKER stopped by The Back of the Range before heading to Puerto Rico for the opening tournament of the season. And guess what happened.......
Matt Thurmond - Arizona State Men's Golf Coach
08 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Fantastic conversation with the Arizona State Men's Golf Coach, Matt Thurmond. We spoke about the culture that he has created in the desert...
Ben Adelberg - Host of The Back of the Range
29 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
After having 330 guests on The Back of the Range since 2018, I thought I'd see what it felt like to be interviewed at The Back of the Range. ...
Hunter Hamrick - On the Bag for Nick Dunlap
25 Jan 2024
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Hunter Hamrick, former assistant coach for Alabama Men's Golf. When Nick Dunlap received his sponsor exemption ...
Tyson Shelley - 2023 Pacific Coast Amateur Champion
21 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Tyson Shelley from Salt Lake City, Utah. Tyson plays his college golf at BYU and had himself one of the breakout sum...
Joe Deraney - 2023 Devil's Elbow Invitational Champion
12 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Joe Deraney from Belden, MS. Joe wrapped up a successful 2023 by winning the Devil's Elbow Invitational in the ...
Maxwell Ford - University of North Carolina
04 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Maxwell Ford from the University of North Carolina Men's Golf Team. During my conversation with Maxwell, we spo...
Gregory Odom Jr. - Howard University
27 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Gregory Odom, Jr. from Howard University. During our conversation we spoke about Greg's start in the game and a...
Sadie Englemann - Stanford's East Cup Individual Champion
14 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Sadie Englemann from Stanford University. The senior from Austin, Texas just picked up the individual title at the 2023 Ea...
Erick Morales - Devil's Elbow Invitational Co-Founder
07 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Erick Morales from Puerto Rico. An accomplished mid-amateur that has competed in numerous USGA championships and Pue...
Christo Lamprecht - Georgia Tech's Amateur Champion
30 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Christo Lamprecht. The Georgia Tech star from South Africa captured the Amateur Championship this summer which led h...
Ludvig Aberg - How to Make a Ryder Cup Team in 100 Days
27 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Ludvig Aberg. We spoke how his life has changed since turning pro...specifically, being named to the European Ryder ...
Stephen Campbell Jr. - Oklahoma's Big Visor
23 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Stephen Campbell, Jr. from the University of Oklahoma. One of the most colorful characters in college golf. We talk visors...
Annika Sorenstam - The Legend
16 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is the living legend, Annika Sorenstam. We spoke a bit about her start in the game as well as the incredible initiative...
Ben James - University of Virginia
02 Oct 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Ben James from the University of Virginia. Last year, Ben had arguably the best individual performance of the college golf...
Dudley Hart - Associate Head Coach, Florida Gators
25 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is the Associate Head Coach for the National Champion Florida Gators, Dudley Hart. There is a TON of valuable informati...
Megha Ganne - Stanford Women's Golf
21 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Stanford University sophomore, Megha Ganne. We spoke about her start in the game, what makes Stanford....Stanford......
Mike McCoy - 2023 United States Walker Cup Captain
18 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest this week is Mike McCoy, the victorious 2023 United States Walker Cup Captain. In this episode, we spoke about his experience in St. An...
Neal Shipley - 2023 U.S. Amateur Finalist
11 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest this week is Neal Shipley from The Ohio State University. We spoke about his incredible summer run that concluded with his runner-up fi...
Kazuma Kobori - 2023 Western Amateur Champion
14 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In the final match of the Western Amateur, Kazuma Kobori defeated Christiaan Maas to capture the Western Amateur title and the Elite Amateur Cup. &nbs...
Troy Andrew, Executive Director of Pacific Coast Golf Association
29 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Great conversation with the Executive Director of the Pac Coast Golf Association, Troy Andrew. We spoke about the start of the organization, the histo...
Nick Gabrelcik - 2023 Southern Amateur Champion
27 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, we recap the Southern Amateur with the Executive Director, Andy Priest, and the new champion Nick Gabrelcik. Nick authored...
Jake Holbrook - 2023 Trans-Miss Amateur Champion
17 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this epsiode, we recap the Trans-Miss Amateur with the Executive Director, Rob Addington, and the new champion Jake Holbrook. Jake captured t...
Nick Dunlap - 2023 North and South Amateur Champion
07 Jul 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Nick Dunlap goes back-to-back and captures the North and South Amateur. Before speaking with Nick, I was able to catch up with Matt Nunez, Pineh...
Nick Dunlap - 2023 Northeast Amateur Champion
27 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is the 2023 Northeast Amateur Champion, Nick Dunlap. We spoke about his come-from-behind win last week at Wannamoisett ...
Jackson Van Paris - 2023 Sunnehanna Amateur Champion
20 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is the 2023 Sunnehanna Amateur Champion, Jackson Van Paris. We spoke about his massive win last week, his two years pla...
2023 Elite Amateur Golf Series Preview Episode with Andy Priest, Exec. Director of Southern Golf Association
13 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Andy Priest from the Elite Amateur Golf Series. In this episode, we spoke about the new partnership between the Elit...
Ryan Potter - Wake Forest Women's Associate Head Coach
12 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Ryan Potter from Wake Forest University. He just got back from Scottsdale, AZ after helping lead the Lady Deacons to...
Carson Bacha - 2022 Dogwood Invitational Champion
06 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Carson Bacha from Auburn University. We spoke about Carson's win last year at the 2022 Dogwood Invitational and...
Pierceson Coody - Korn Ferry Tour Winner Looks Back
29 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Pierceson Coody. Last year, he finished in the top spot in the PGA Tour U rankings while leading his Texas Longhorns...
NCAA Championship Preview with Ryan Frazer, Lance Ringler and Cameron Jourdan
26 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guests on this episode are Ryan Frazer from Agora Golf and Golfweek's Cameron Jourdan and Lance Ringler. We break down some of the teams...
Reid Davenport - Vanderbilt's Senior Leader
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Vanderbilt senior, Reid Davenport. We spoke about the culture within the Vanderbilt team, which has been carefully c...
Johnny Keefer - Baylor Men's Golf
22 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Johnny Keefer from Baylor Men's Golf. Johnny and I had a good chat, long overdue really considering all t...
Nathan Weant - Texas Tech Assistant Men's Golf Coach
16 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest this week is Nathan Weant, the assistant coach for the men's golf team at Texas Tech University. He's got the Texas drawl, the hand...
Fred Biondi - The Brazilian Star from the University of Florida
01 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Fred Biondi from The University of Florida. We spoke about his start in the game in Brazil and what led to his succe...
Ross Steelman - Georgia Tech Star with Eyes on the Future
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Ross Steelman from Georgia Tech University. Ross is heading into the postseason with the Yellow Jackets looking to ...
Gordon Sargent - The Teenager at The Masters
07 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Before Masters Week got underway, I stopped by Gordon's rental house in Augusta to chat about the tournament, the expectations, and what lies ahe...
Ben Carr and Sam Bennett - Heading into the Masters
05 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Before the week started, I caught up with Ben Carr and Sam Bennett to talk about the start of their special Masters experience! The Story Within - The...
Larry Mize - 1987 Masters Champion
04 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
It's Masters Week and we are kicking things off with a very special episode with the 1987 Masters Champion, Larry Mize! The Story Within - The 20...
Anna Davis - 2022 Augusta National Women's Amateur Champion
30 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is the 2022 Augusta National Women's Amateur Champion, Anna Davis. Fantastic conversation with one of the bright y...
Jason Payne - Mercer Men's Golf Coach
16 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Jason Payne from Mercer University. Coach Payne has his hands in everything, but what's really great....a...
Tommy Kuhl - Illini Senior on a Hot Streak
13 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Tommy Kuhl from the University of Illinois. One of the hottest players in college golf is a product of the blue-coll...
Amari Avery - USC's Sophomore Sensation
07 Mar 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is junior phenom, Amari Avery from the USC Women's Golf Team. After an impressive junior golf career, she decided ...
Billy Mayfair - The Man Who Tamed Tiger
08 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Billy Mayfair. Yes, he is a five-time winner on the PGA Tour and the only man to defeat Tiger Woods in a playoff. &n...
Chris Solomon - No Laying Up
01 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Chris Solomon from No Laying Up. Great conversation about the state of professional golf as well as his own game as ...
Alexa Pano - The Prodigy Turns Pro
23 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Alexa Pano. She was featured in the 2013 Netflix documentary "The Short Game" along with Amari Avery and ...
Rob Couture - Mid-Am Titles from Canada to Texas
18 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is one of the nicest mid-amateurs that you'll ever come across. After playing collegiate golf at East Tennessee St...
Derek Hitchner - Pepperdine's All-American
28 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Derek Hitchner from Pepperdine University. The All-American had a sensational 2022 that included deep runs into the ...
Tug Maude - The King of the Cocktail Circuit
22 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is one of the best mid-ams in the country right now. Tug Maude finished an epic 2022 by competing for the United States...
Greg Sands - Texas Tech Men's Golf Coach
12 Dec 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is the head coach for the Texas Tech Red Raiders, Greg Sands. Fantastic conversation with a Hall-of-Famer and leader of...
Yana Wilson - 2022 U.S. Girls' Junior Champion
30 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is the 2022 U.S. Girls' Junior Amateur Champion, Yana Wilson. Lots of fun in this episode but also some nuggets of...
Latanna Stone - U.S. Curtis Cup Team
23 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Latanna Stone from Louisiana State University. After her runner-up finish at the 2022 Augusta National Women's ...
Davis Chatfield - Notre Dame Standout Moves to the Korn Ferry Tour
14 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Davis Chatfield. After firmly etching his name in the Notre Dame record books, Davis has entered the professional ra...
Mason Nome - University of Texas National Champion
10 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Mason Nome, member of the 2021 National Champion Texas Longhorns. We spoke about his start in the game and last year...
Lee McCoy - Georgia Great Returns to Athens
02 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Lee McCoy. Lee had an incredible collegiate career at the University of Georgia. He was a two-time First...
Cole Anderson - Florida State's Maine Man
10 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Cole Anderson from the Florida State Seminoles Men's Golf Team. The Camden, ME native enjoyed a breakout summer...
Brennan Webb - Tennessee Head Men's Golf Coach
03 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Brennan Webb, the head men's golf coach of the Tennessee Volunteers. We spoke shortly after their win at the SE...
Ben Carr - 2022 U.S. Amateur Finalist
27 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Ben Carr, the 2022 U.S. Amateur Runner-Up. As many of you know, Ben made an incredible run at the U.S. Amateur this ...
Rusty Strawn - 2022 U.S. Senior Amateur Champion
26 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Rusty Strawn, the 2022 U.S. Senior Amateur Champion. Rusty has been on an incredible run this past summer playing no...
Neal Shipley - Pennsylvania Champ heads to Buckeye Nation
22 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Neal Shipley from The Ohio State University Men's Golf Team. Neal captured the West Penn Open and the Penn Stat...
Episode 273: James Piot - From U.S. Amateur Champ to LIV GOLF Rookie
14 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is James Piot. After capturing the 2021 U.S. Amateur at Oakmont, James returned to Michigan State for one final season ...
Kevin Shea and Mike Policano - Ridgewood's Championship Co-Chairs of the U.S. Amateur
05 Sep 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guests on this episode served as The Ridgewood Country Club's Championship Co-Chairs for the 122nd U.S. Amateur. Kevin Shea and Mike Pol...
Maxwell Moldovan - Ohio State's All-American
29 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Maxwell Moldovan from The Ohio State University Men's Golf Team. Coming off an All-American season and a U.S. O...
Dylan Meyer - 2016 Western Amateur Champion
03 Aug 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is the 2016 Western Amateur Champion, Dylan Meyer. The former All-American from the University of Illinois spoke about ...
Drew Cohen - The Man on the Bag for Michael Thorbjornsen
27 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Drew Cohen, the man on the bag for one of the best amateurs in the world....Michael Thorbjornsen. Drew Cohen -...
Tyler Johnson - Chattanooga Choo Choo Invitational Champion
21 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is the defending Chattanooga Choo Choo Invitational Champion, Tyler Johnson. When the tournament is held at Council Fir...
Marissa Wenzler - 2021 Women's Western Amateur Champion
18 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is the defending Women's Western Amateur Champion, Marissa Wenzler. We spoke about her run at Park Ridge last year...
Sarah Lebrun Ingram - U.S. Curtis Cup Captain
06 Jul 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Sarah Lebrun Ingram, the victorious captain of the U.S. Curtis Cup team. We spoke about her start in the game, her s...
Dylan Menante - Back to Back at the Northeast Amateur
27 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Dylan Menante. We caught up the day after his dominant and record-breaking performance at Wannamoisett Country Club ...
Misha Golod - Ukrainian Junior Golf Champion
16 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Misha Golod. The four-time Ukrainian Junior Champion is now training full-time at the Leadbetter Academy in Orlando,...
Gus Barchers - 2022 Dogwood Invitational Preview
07 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Gus Barchers, the director of golf at Druid Hills Golf Club which is the host of The Dogwood Invitational. We spoke ...
Jean-Paul Hebert - Texas Longhorns Assistant Men's Golf Coach
06 Jun 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this final episode of the 2021-2022 college golf season is the assistant coach for the National Champion Texas Longhorns, Jean-Paul Hebert...
Zack Byers - Gardner-Webb's Big South Conference Champion
31 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Zack Byers. He is the first golfer in the history of Gardner-Webb University to make it to the National Championship...
Parker Gillam - Wake Forest's Senior Standout
30 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Parker Gillam from Wake Forest Men's Golf. The "old guy" on the team was an integral part of the Wak...
Logan McAllister - Oklahoma's Senior Leader Returns to Grayhawk
27 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode returns to Grayhawk for one last run at a National Championship. Logan McAllister and the Oklahoma Sooners fell to Pepp...
Carolina Lopez-Chacarra - Wake Forest's ACC Freshman of the Year
21 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is the ACC Freshman of the Year from Wake Forest University, Carolina Lopez-Chacarra. We spoke about her journey from M...
John Fields - University of Texas Men's Golf Coach
12 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is the head coach of the University of Texas Men's Golf Team, John Fields. This episode is full of some great stor...
Rachel Heck - Stanford's Reigning National Champion
05 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
In the final episode of the series of featuring members of the 2021 U.S. Curtis Cup team, Rachel Heck stops by The Back of the Range. We spoke a...
Caleb Surratt - 2022 Terra Cotta Invitational Champion
02 May 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Caleb Surratt. He is the first back-to-back winner of the Terra Cotta Invitational presented by workday. We sp...
Luke Kluver - University of Kansas Sophomore Standout
26 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Luke Kluver. The Jayhawks are in the midst of a record-breaking season with five tournament wins leading into the po...
Magnolia Memories - Stories from the 2022 Augusta National Women's Amateur - PART THREE
19 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is the final part of the Magnolia Memories series featuring stories from the 2022 Augusta National Women's Amateur. You'll hear s...
Magnolia Memories - Stories from the 2022 Augusta National Women's Amateur - PART TWO
19 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is the second part of the Magnolia Memories series featuring stories from the 2022 Augusta National Women's Amateur. You'll hear ...
Magnolia Memories - Stories from the 2022 Augusta National Women's Amateur - PART ONE
19 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
This is the first part of the Magnolia Memories series featuring stories from the 2022 Augusta National Women's Amateur. You'll hear s...
Carol Semple Thompson - The Queen of Amateur Golf
13 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on the 250th episode of The Back of the Range is Carol Semple Thompson. One of the greatest amateurs in the history of golf and an abso...
Aaron Jarvis - 2022 Latin America Amateur Champion from the Cayman Islands
06 Apr 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is the 2022 Latin America Amateur Champion, Aaron Jarvis. The UNLV freshman and native of the Cayman Islands makes his ...
Michael Brennan - Wake Forest's Sophomore Sensation
28 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Michael Brennan from Wake Forest University. Coming off of winning the Genesis Showcase and playing his first PGA To...
Frankie Capan - A New Start at Florida Gulf Coast
21 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Frankie Capan from Florida Gulf Coast University. One of the best amateurs in the world and a former USGA Champion, ...
Matt Sughrue - 2022 Jones Cup Senior Invitational Champion
17 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Matt Sughrue, who just recently prevailed in a two-hole sudden death playoff against Allen Peake to win the Jones Cup Seni...
Palmer Jackson - 2022 Jones Cup Invitational Champion
14 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is the new Jones Cup Invitational Champion, Palmer Jackson. We spoke about his start in the game and what led him to No...
Fred Perpall - USGA President-Elect
24 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My very special guest on this episode is the new president-elect of the United States Golf Association, Mr. Fred Perpall. Truly an incredible jo...
Chip Brooke - 2021 Gasparilla Invitational Champion
15 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is the reigning Gasparilla Invitational Champion, Chip Brooke. We spoke about his incredible season in 2021 where he pi...
Martha Lang - A Lifetime of Excellence in Amateur Golf
10 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Martha Lang. She is a past winner of the U.S. Women's Mid-Amateur, has played and captained in the Curtis Cup, ...
Bill Jones - 2022 Jones Cup Invitational Preview
01 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Bill Jones, the co-founder of the Jones Cup Invitational. We spoke about the creation of Ocean Forest Golf Club and ...
Rose Zhang - Stanford's #1 Ranked Amateur in the World
31 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is the #1 ranked amateur in the world, Rose Zhang. Fantastic conversation with the Stanford freshman that picked up thr...
Brenda Corrie Kuehn - Wake Forest Amateur Legend
25 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Brenda Corrie-Kuehn. This Wake Forest Hall-of-Famer is a two-time Curtis Cupper and a two-time U.S. Amateur Medalist...
Gina Kim - Duke All-American Ready to Make The Move to the LPGA Tour
19 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Gina Kim from Duke University. She checked every box in junior and amateur golf and is now moving on to the LPGA Tou...
Jamie Bermel - University of Kansas Men's Golf Coach
11 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Jamie Bermel, Kansas Men's Golf Coach. The Jayhawks racked up four consecutive stroke play victories this past ...
Dottie Pepper - Major Champion Shares Stories From Her New Book
06 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
We kick off 2022 with a visit from one of my favorite guests, Dottie Pepper! Dottie shares some stories from her new book, Letters to a Future C...
Will Zalatoris - 2021 Masters Runner-Up Returns To Recap His Breakthrough Season
29 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on the final episode of 2021 is Will Zalatoris. Always fun to have Will on the podcast. This is his 3rd appearance and we spoke a...
Braden Thornberry - Ole Miss Star Climbing the Ranks of the Korn Ferry Tour
23 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
My guest on this episode is Braden Thornberry. We spoke about Braden's legendary collegiate career at Ole Miss that culminated in him winni...