Tales Of The Tour #9

In this engaging episode of "Tales Of The Tour," hosts Kyle and Lesley Morris dive into the dynamic and often unpredictable life of playing professional golf on tour. From grueling travel schedules to the challenges of adapting to new equipment regulations, the hosts share personal anecdotes that bring the behind-the-scenes world of professional golf to vivid life.1. **Life on Tour:** Kyle begins the episode by setting the stage for what it’s like to live life on the golf tour, highlighting both the highs and the lows that come with the profession. He shares an intriguing idea related to marketing with Ralph Lauren using the playful term "Ponyboy," discussing how branding intersects with personal identity in the sport.2. **Travel Tales:** The co-hosts recount their extensive travel experience, driving 924 miles from LaGrange, Georgia, to home with baby Beau in tow—a taxing journey broken down into three grueling days. Lesley shares the logistics of their usual stops, including cities like Columbus, Oklahoma City, Albuquerque, and Santa Fe. The conversation takes a humorous turn with their memory of "the worst pizza ever" in Albuquerque.3. **Equipment Challenges:** A significant part of the discussion centers on the pivotal year (2010) when golf club regulations changed, particularly affecting the grooves on the clubs. Kyle recounts a particularly stressful pre-tournament equipment check where his hybrid was unexpectedly flagged for non-conforming grooves, leading to a frantic last-minute scramble to replace it. This incident underlines the often-overlooked aspects of professional golf that can directly impact performance and stress levels.4. **Canadian Tour and Cal Open Experiences:** Kyle shares his experiences playing in the Canadian tour event, which was made possible through an exemption he got with the help of ice hockey legend Grant Fuhr. Lesley and Kyle delve into the specifics of the tournament challenges, including Kyle's confrontation with new equipment rules. Later, he describes playing in the Cal Open amid the notorious Santa Ana winds, highlighting how external conditions like weather can drastically affect gameplay.5. **The Hawaii Qualifier:** The episode climaxes with Kyle’s suspenseful attempt to qualify for the Sony Open in Hawaii. A sudden Hawaiian monsoon disrupts his near-perfect game at the last moment, leading to a heart-wrenching miss by just one shot. This segment poignantly illustrates the razor-thin margins and unpredictability in golf, and the emotional rollercoaster athletes undergo.6. **Personal Growth and Learning:** Reflecting on these experiences, Kyle discusses how these events have shaped his perspective on golf and life. He emphasizes the importance of resilience, adaptability, and maintaining a positive mindset amidst adversities.As the episode wraps up, Kyle encourages listeners to engage directly with him through a special text line for personalized advice or discussions about golf, underscoring his commitment to his listeners and his passion for the sport.00:00 Podcast explores professional golf tour's ups, downs.03:39 He paid me, so I'd pay him.09:20 Difficult qualifiers, expensive tour, 4 under par.11:54 Thanking listeners and encouraging questions via text.Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/hartzmann/paradise-islandLicense code: EGCL4LAT2URKBLYUCopyright 2026 Kyle Morris