Locally on the Links: 10/12/25

This week on Locally on the Links, Rich Roth and LondonDowns’ Marty Chandler recapped a dramatic Ryder Cup weekend at Bethpage Black, where Team USA fell short despite home-field advantage and roaring New Yorkfans.Chandler broke down how Europe’s hot putters and relentlessbirdie streaks silenced the crowd early, while soft conditions and light rough turned what should’ve been an American setup into a scoring paradise for the visitors.The show also celebrated a local success story, as formerLondon Downs standout Zach Bauchou officially earned his PGA Tour card for 2026, giving area golfers a new hometown pro to cheer on.In the teaching segment, Chandler shared bunker basics: aimto hit an inch behind the ball, keep the clubface open, and use the sand—not the club—to lift the ball out. His mantra? “It only took one shot to get in—take one to get out.”