A Passion for Golf

In this episode of Tales From The Tips, DA is joined by good friend and business partner, James Porcello while Mick is out with a tooth ache. DA and James dig into the shifting terrain of modern golf—where tradition meets tech and the future is streaming in real time.From the booming rise of women’s golf to the game-changing partnerships reshaping the sport—like the LPGA’s headline-making alignment with the PIF—DA and James break down what these moves really mean for players, fans, and the industry at large.They also venture into the competitive world of junior golf and college recruitment, exploring the pressure, the politics, and the power of storytelling. How do young talents get discovered? What role does visibility play in shaping a future star? And how can families navigate the maze of modern golf development?It’s an insightful, forward-looking conversation that blends experience, humor, and sharp perspective—exactly what you expect when DA and James get together without Mick.