Thursday, May 29, 2025

Show Notes

In this episode, Matt Cook, Buttsy, and Brent Grant discuss Memorial Day weekend activities, updates on Brent's career, and a preview of the 2025 Memorial. They explore Rory McIlroy's decision to skip the event, his driver issues, and mindset. The conversation covers Muirfield Village Golf Club, CBS broadcast quality, and golf's financial aspects, including LIV Golf opinions. They analyze betting odds, compare Scottie Scheffler to past players, and discuss Nick Dunlap's driver yips and Patrick Cantlay's reputation. The episode wraps up with predictions for the Memorial Tournament and a teaser for future episodes on golf equipment and club manufacturing.

(0:00) Scottie Scheffler and CBS Broadcast Discussion
(1:00) Welcome and Sponsors Shout Out
(3:05) Memorial Day Weekend Favorites
(4:50) Brent Grant's Murrieta Experience
(5:30) Scheffler's Tournament Prospects
(8:10) Rory McIlroy's Absence at the Memorial
(13:42) Fan Reactions to Rory's Decision
(22:04) Muirfield Village Tournament Details
(25:09) Money and LIV Golf Influence
(26:17) Betting Odds and Player Picks
(33:06) Dark Horse Predictions for the Memorial
(38:01) PGA vs. DP World Tour Players
(43:13) Bud Cauley and Rickie Fowler vs. Jordan Spieth
(48:27) Memorial Tournament Historic Moments
(52:19) Weather Impact and Player Chances
(57:23) Recent Memorial Winners and PGA Tour Competition
(1:03:00) PGA Tour Marketing and Sponsorship Dynamics
(1:07:13) Player Series and Retention Strategies
(1:10:29) Golf Equipment Industry Trends
(1:13:40) Consumer Concerns with Equipment Costs
(1:18:50) Custom Golf Club Components and Market Trends
(1:23:41) Amateur Golfer Accessibility and Equipment Psychology
(1:26:43) Roger Cleveland's Industry Impact
(1:27:49) Upcoming Club Manufacturing Episodes
(1:28:51) Closing Remarks and Future Events