22 - Justin Bardgett on PGA Tour University and Pathways to a Tour Card

In this episode of the Driven Golf Podcast, host Jim Colton interviews Justin Bardgett, the Director of Player Relations for PGA Tour Pathways. Bardgett, who has deep Midwest roots and a background in college golf, shares insights into his journey from St. Louis to Champaign and now to Ponte Vedra, Florida. He discusses the significance of PGA Tour U, the evolving landscape of professional golf, and the critical role of mentors and coaches in shaping young golfers' careers. Listeners will gain an understanding of the strategic pathways available for aspiring professional golfers, including the Korn Ferry Tour, PGA Tour Americas, and PGA Tour University. Bardgett’s personal anecdotes and professional experiences provide a comprehensive view of the dedication, hard work, and focus required to succeed in the competitive golf landscape. In Angle of Attack with Andrew Lewis (1:11:55), Andrew & Jim and discuss strategies and mindset for match play success, designed to help those competing at the U.S. Junior and other match play events in the future. The Driven Golf Podcast is brought to you by FlagBag Golf Company and StrackaLine yardage books. Use code 'DRIVEN' to receive 20% off your StrackaLine yardage book order or mention 'Driven Golf' when ordering a Flag Bag golf bag to receive a free custom headcover with your order of one of their golf bags. ⁠@flagbaggolf⁠ on Instagram FlagBag Golf: ⁠https://flagbaggolfco.com/⁠ StrackaLine: ⁠https://www.strackaline.com⁠ Resources: Engage with hosts and followers on the Driven Golf Podcast Group on Facebook. Subscribe to the Driven Golf Analytics YouTube channel for more content: ⁠Driven Golf Analytics YouTube Channel⁠. Check out ⁠Andrew Lewis's YouTube channel⁠ and subscribe! Guest: Justin Bardgett (⁠@jbardgett3⁠) PGA Tour University (⁠⁠@pgatouru⁠) Host: Jim Colton (⁠@jcolton31⁠) Producer: Joseph Kay Music by: DG Beat Labs (⁠@dgbeatlab⁠ on Instagram)