Party of Fore: A Mistwood Golf Club Podcast

We finally got around to The Masters wrap! The inside look at how it all works when you attend the annual tournament. What was it like for the first timers? Did Andy learn anything new? The guys share stories from budget airline travel, to the quest to get a GNOME. How did Scott make it happen? Tune in! Instagram: MistwoodGolfFacebook: MistwoodGolfClubTikTok: MistwoodGolfYouTube: mistwoodgolfclub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy, Ben & Scott discuss the first things the pros try to do once they get outside with our Junior Golfers...the best way to focus their mindsets and get them committed to improving their game. Also, what style of golf, and what are the influences on young golfers in today's world. Don't miss out on all things Party of Fore!Instagram: MistwoodGolfFacebook: MistwoodGolfClubTikTok: MistwoodGolfYouTube: mistwoodgolfclub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guys are joined by Superintendent Ben, and quite frankly get wrapped up in March Madness, baseball opening day, golf opening day...new equipment and The Masters! Sometimes it's just good to talk things out. Bottom line, the course is ready for another exciting season of golf!Don't miss out on all things Party of Fore!Instagram: MistwoodGolfFacebook: MistwoodGolfClubTikTok: MistwoodGolfYouTube: mistwoodgolfclub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy, Ben & Scott have had enough of the indoors! BUT, Mistwood Golf Dome is definitely there for everyone's needs until the warm weather decides to stick around. This episode explores the transition from inside to out, and an early look at "WITB" What's in the bag? for the gentlemen this season!Don't miss out on all things Party of Fore!Instagram: MistwoodGolfFacebook: MistwoodGolfClubTikTok: MistwoodGolfYouTube: mistwoodgolfclub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We welcome Superintendent Ben Kelnhofer back to the program! We had a lot of offseason work done around the course, and he takes us through it. Also, Andy has breaking news on a pretty important tournament being hosted here at Mistwood in 2027. Don't miss out on all things Party of Fore!Instagram: MistwoodGolfFacebook: MistwoodGolfClubTikTok: MistwoodGolfYouTube: mistwoodgolfclub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are ALL-IN on the Chicago Bears (Mostly...we're double checking with Andy). But, it's a new season of the Party of Fore Podcast! The boys are back with football talk, playoff predictions...prepping for the PGA Show in Orlando, and what's going on with TGL & the PGA's Returning Member Program? Let's have another great year! Don't miss out on all things Party of Fore!Instagram: MistwoodGolfFacebook: MistwoodGolfClubTikTok: MistwoodGolfYouTube: mistwoodgolfclub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It is the Holiday Season, but that won't keep the guys from jumping into the studio! Ben, Andy & Scott are joined by Superintendent Ben for the final episode of 2025. What's the agronomy team doing this winter? How are DA BEARS, what's happening in Scott's mind...and what's the best way to get the most out of your golf game? We have an idea! Our present to you...Don't miss out on all things Party of Fore!Instagram: MistwoodGolfFacebook: MistwoodGolfClubTikTok: MistwoodGolfYouTube: mistwoodgolfclub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are so fortunate to work with Nicole Jeray. She's an LPGA Teaching Professional at Mistwood, but she's been a touring professional for 3 decades! The longevity of her career, and how she's able to help shape the abilities of young golfers, is hard to match! Crucial to our junior programs, Nicole stopped by the studio to share stories from her rookie year on tour, and how she's able to stay within her emotions and mind when she runs into trouble on the course. Ben, Andy and Scott get a front row seat to tips and tricks that can help anyone with their game!Don't miss out on all things Party of Fore!Instagram: MistwoodGolfFacebook: MistwoodGolfClubTikTok: MistwoodGolfYouTube: mistwoodgolfclub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our CAP Program continues to develop young golfers into State Champions and college players on scholarship! It's definitely a process, so that's why we brought on Director of Instruction, John Platt, for this episode! Andy, Ben, Scott and John discuss some recent success, the golf swing and what's next at Mistwood! Don't miss out on all things Party of Fore!Instagram: MistwoodGolfFacebook: MistwoodGolfClubTikTok: MistwoodGolfYouTube: mistwoodgolfclub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is what we've been waiting for! The Ryder Cup has arrived and the guys are NOT on the same page. Scott is waving the European flag at this point...Andy is going head over heart and Ben is just here hoping the United States puts up a good fight and wins! Special guest, Ben Kelnhofer, also stops through the studio to offer his expertise and dreams for Team USA. Instagram: MistwoodGolfFacebook: MistwoodGolfClubTikTok: MistwoodGolfYouTube: mistwoodgolfclub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Ryder Cup is quickly approaching and the teams are set! Enough with the brainstorming who will and won't be on the squads. Andy, Ben & Scott also break down a 59, shot by Alli Wiertel, a standout athlete in our junior program. Bonus material: DA BEARS...and who goes on vacation to Green Bay, to do anything not packers related? Instagram: MistwoodGolfFacebook: MistwoodGolfClubTikTok: MistwoodGolfYouTube: mistwoodgolfclub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It was quite entertaining because Andy loves himself some Rory Mcilroy, but learned that if you talk about his Caddie relationship...the public will speak up! Well, Andy stands by his initial thoughts and we have some funny responses! LIV Golf stopped through Bolingbrook, and Scott did some extra research on who COULD be on the Ryder Cup teams!Don't miss out on all things Party of Fore!Instagram: MistwoodGolfFacebook: MistwoodGolfClubTikTok: MistwoodGolfYouTube: mistwoodgolfclub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is winning boring for Scottie Scheffler? It sure looks easy! Andy, Ben & Scott dive into the latest from the PGA--who's trending toward the Ryder Cup team...and where will Charlie Woods go to college? No one knows...but we can sure try to guess! Instagram: MistwoodGolfFacebook: MistwoodGolfClubTikTok: MistwoodGolfYouTube: mistwoodgolfclub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Superintendent Ben is BACK in the hot seat, with all your summer lawn tips! He also breaks down how things are going on the golf course. Marketing Ben, Andy & Scott dig into the John Deere Classic...and is Max Homa on the way up? Someone thinks so... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you watched the U.S. Open, you saw how ugly it got! Questionable rulings and play...and a victorious J.J. Spaun. What about that 3 am pharmacy trip, or dirty diapers on the course--Andy has thoughts! We are settling into another epic year of member guest happening this weekend. What to expect and fun surprises along the way. Don't miss out on all things Party of Fore!Instagram: MistwoodGolfFacebook: MistwoodGolfClubTikTok: MistwoodGolfYouTube: mistwoodgolfclub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's a full breakdown of U.S. Open, picks included! Who should be on the Ryder Cup team? and the importance of getting fitted for your putter. It's Ben, Andy...and Also Starring, Scott Hogan! Don't miss out on all things Party of Fore!Instagram: MistwoodGolfFacebook: MistwoodGolfClubTikTok: MistwoodGolfYouTube: mistwoodgolfclub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We're celebrating 50 episodes with an out of this world experience! From Geologist...working with NASA, and touching pieces of the moon--to Assistant Golf Pro at Mistwood. Dr. John Shafer is living out his dream in the next chapter of life. We dig deep into the earth and discuss how our golf terrain in the midwest was formed, what materials we're working with--and could aliens be real? Listen to this episode, and you will learn something! Don't miss out on all things Party of Fore!Instagram: MistwoodGolfFacebook: MistwoodGolfClubTikTok: MistwoodGolfYouTube: mistwoodgolfclub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy is back from the PGA Professional Championship. He has some insight into his experience and coming close to finishing in the Top 20. Also, fittings at Mistwood--why they're so important! Who doesn't love MATCH PLAY. It's time for the first Illinois PGA Major of the season! Don't miss out on all things Party of Fore!Instagram: MistwoodGolfFacebook: MistwoodGolfClubTikTok: MistwoodGolfYouTube: mistwoodgolfclub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It was a long awaited accomplishment, but Rory brings home his Masters, and the career Grand Slam! Andy, Ben & Scott break down the final day of the tournament. Andy actually visited Augusta this year, so what's up with the merchandise tent? Also, where's the best place to watch the tournament? Lastly, it's allways fun to predict a winner for the RBC Heritage...we have Scott's picks!Don't miss out on all things Party of Fore!Instagram: MistwoodGolfFacebook: MistwoodGolfClubTikTok: MistwoodGolfYouTube: mistwoodgolfclub Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We bring in Superintendent Ben Kelnhofer to keep things in order with Andy & Ben this week. It's all about waking up the golf course from its winter slumber, and what goes into it. The boys also dig into changes in the offseason, and the text thread between Host Ben, Head Pro Frank & Andy. What in the world could they be talking about? Did you see Scottie Scheffler's Masters Dinner menu? We break it down. Also, be sure to visit all of our socials -- @MistwoodGolf on Instagram & TikTok, and Mistwood Golf Club on Facebook! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This is an exciting Season Premiere because we've added video to our podcast episodes! You can view it on Mistwood Golf Club's Youtube Page, and we'll also share clips on our other social media accounts! This episode we welcome in Scott Hogan, Performance Center Specialist, to join Andy and Ben. The trio discusses a busy winter at Mistwood Golf Dome, the hot golf equipment for 2025, TGL happenings, and what's up with Max Homa? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's a big weekend for current Mistwood CAP students and other players our coaches have taught over the years! More than two dozen are competing at the IHSA State Golf Finals in Bloomington & Decatur. Great to be able to catch up with Andy Mickelson for a bit of a LIVE report as he watched his daughter and others work their way through the tournament. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Junior Golf continues to grow, so Ben & Andy welcomed Certified Master Fitting Professional, Eric Russell, onto the program! What equipment is needed for the young golfers? Should they be fitted? What is our professional staff looking at when it comes to data. All of this is talked about in this episode, along with some weekend fun focused on the results of the U.S. Open! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy is back from a day trip to the PGA Championship in Kentucky, and there's plenty to talk about! Summer also means the kickoff of junior golf at Mistwood, and how about Nelly Korda??? She's won 6 of her last 7 starts... Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We've welcomed a new Performance Specialist to the team, Scott Hogan! In this episode, Andy and Ben talk to Scott about his passion for fitting and teaching. They also dive into a lightning round of questions including whether he would cuddle a Baby Panda or Baby Penguin. You don't want to miss this. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

For this special Holiday episode, former Mistwood PGA Head Pro, Visanu Tongwarin. hops on the pod with Andy and Superintendent Ben Kelnhofer! Visanu is celebrating 25 years as a PGA professional and living the good life out in Colorado. The conversation is packed with semi-appropriate golf trip stories, fun times, and an appreciation for what's been built here over the years! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy spent last week in Texas...and he was working! The PGA Annual Meeting also honored many with Illinois PGA ties, and you won't believe who Andy ALMOST got to golf with. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Coming off the BMW Championship, we look back at the weekend. But, Andy had a near tournament win the same week at the Illinois PGA Professional Championship. Questions surround the Ryder Cup team and what about the McWethy Cup??? Foursomes are filling up for our charity event. Ben and Andy even go off the rails about wedding music, so stick around until the end! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy and Ben are back with another nice focus on junior golf and getting your golfers to the next level! University of Illinois Women's Golf Coach, Renee Sloan, offers her experience and tips...also the guys put a bow on this year's Member-Guest tournament! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's an emergency episode of the podcast! Andy & Ben discuss what we know about the big surprise announcement of a PGA Tour/LIV Golf merger. So, staying true to form, the guys surprise 1st Assistant, Bobby, and PGA Head Golf Professional, Frank, with phone calls to get their reactions. BUT, the biggest surprise is Andy's wonderful wife, Gail, calling mid-show! It's the most thrilling 20 minutes in the podcasting world...maybe! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy blazed through the competition at the Illinois PGA Match Play Championship this week...until he was tripped up by the talented, Chris French. He breaks it down, and an in-depth interview with the legend...Illinois Men's Golf Coach, Mike Small. He covers recruiting, mentality, preparation for tournaments and much more that will be useful information for golfers of any age. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's one of our FAVORITE weeks of the year when it comes to golf, and it's doubled up this year! Opening week at Mistwood and Masters week! Andy and Ben discuss some of the new excitement around the property, and celebrations coming for our 25th Anniversary. Then, it's all about the Masters picks and who we think is going to make some noise at Augusta. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What an awesome way to start the golf season! Back fresh from the PGA Show, Andy and Ben dive into the new equipment hitting the market. This episode is packed with interviews with industry leaders, designers and reps from Callaway, Titleist, Mizuno and Srixon. Also, is Orlando and the Wisconsin Dells comparable? Andy weighs in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pro Emeritus Dan Phillips has been at Mistwood since the beginning, and was close friends with Jim McWethy. This is an amazing episode for so many reasons...a look back at Jim, and what he built here--along with the new format of the McWethy Cup! Ben also turned Andy and Dan loose on the coaching and teaching chatter...if you listen, you will most likely become a better golfer! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's important to check-in on the ol' golf game...so for the first half of the podcast episode--Ben picks Andy's brain on what can be worked on this time of year. These tweaks or drills could make a difference in how you play! Then, which PGA players lost their card, what's up with the Will Zalatoris caddie situation...and LIV Golf continues to makes waves. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What a whirlwind week for LPGA Teaching Pro Nicole Jeray! She finished T15 at the Senior LPGA Championship...then got back here for the Illinois Women's Open. Andy and Ben dive into Nicole's approach to teaching and how she coaches golfers that are new to the game. Also, what's her favorite pizza topping? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mistwood Head Pro Frank Hohenadel fired a 63 here...and instantly earned a ticket to be our next guest! He breaks down the record-tying round...and would you believe it's not his BEST round ever? We make our predictions for The Open Championship, and even hit Frank with a lightning round of questions, including his favorite course ever played. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It was a no-brainer to have Director of Instruction, John Platt, on the program coming off a T5 finish at the Illinois Sr. Open. JP, one of Joliet's finest brings experience (from the old days), knowledge, and his stories are fantastic! We get his thoughts on LIV Golf and his favorite thing to cook on the grill! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The U.S. Open is underway...Andy and Ben have their picks. There's also a new...LIV Golf Tour, if you haven't heard. Safe to say while eyes are on the game...the pot is completely stirred in the golf world, and the focus is on who should be able to play where, who is taking the money, and what will happen next. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Michelob Ultra Man gets his 15 minutes of fame...how did Ben's PGA Championship pan out? AND everyone is talking about LIV Golf. Who is jumping to participate in that tour? Is it the right move, and do we think the PGA Tour will draw a hard line and suspend golfers? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy and Ben break the PGA Championship down...all the way to the prices at the concession stands. Mistwood Golf Club Director of Food & Beverage, Jimmy Koklas, weighs in. Will Tiger shock the world? Is Scheffler the easy pick? Ben has your 650-1 dark horse! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A big "hello" to our friends in Germany! Great to have you as part of the podcast. Also, Ben is a lucky guy to be in the presence of champions. Andy and assistant golf pro, Bobby Schmelter, won their IPGA event. What's up with the LIV Golf Series, and lastly, some weird food combos make their way into the episode. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Whose Masters picks did better? It's either Ben or Andy! Let's re-live the weekend...and the reasons why we didn't pick Scottie Scheffler to begin with! Also, Andy and Frank are headed back to the PGA Professional Championship...can they crack the Top 20 to earn a trip to Oklahoma for the PGA Championship in May? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It truly is the best week of the year for golf fans everywhere. Will Tiger play...and Dude Perfect takes over Amen Corner! We re-live the magic of Harry Arnett of Municipal sharing what it's like to play Augusta. Lastly, we can't let the week go by without our Masters picks! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What a wild and long weekend at The Players Championship...Cam Smith seems cool, and Kevin Kisner/Max Homa = Twitter Gold. Andy and Ben also discuss moving from Mistwood Golf Dome, back to the Golf Club AND when the heck are we going to open? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Coming off the PGA Show--Andy has thoughts. The Pebble Beach AT&T Pro-Am was a cliffhanger...what was Jordan Spieth thinking? New equipment is hitting the market, what looks good? Let's go! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Andy and Ben wrap up the outdoor season, and there is no break as we moved back indoors at Mistwood Golf Dome! Equipped with Toptracer, our friends at Golf360 stopped in, and we'll share Andy's interview with former Chicago Bear Patrick Mannelly with you!Then it's all about the pros and Tiger Woods...and maybe a lame, but great pick from Ben on who could make some noise on the PGA Tour in 2022. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What a week in Wisconsin! The USA won 19-9 over Europe and left plenty of memories along the way for fans to look back on. Andy and Ben jump in the studio to re-live and recap the event. Brooksy and Bryson with the hugs?? How important is the home advantage? What's the future look like for Team USA, and how about golf in general? Hint: THINGS ARE REALLY GOOD. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The BMW Championship had a wild finish...but we have our own Champions in the studio! Andy won the Illinois PGA Championship last week. Frank Hohenadel is a past winner of the event and finished Top 5. Both are headed to Austin in April for the National PGA Professional Championship. What a better time for Ben and the guys to talk about preparing for big events, and staying competitive while maintaining regular jobs. Also, Frank is a big White Sox fan so we had to get his prediction on how he thinks the rest of the season will go! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mistwood's Nicole Jeray is coming off a Top 25 finish at the U.S. Senior Women's Open in Connecticut. Andy and Ben chat with her about the experience, Olympic Golf, and being the baseball fans they are...The Field of Dreams game between the White Sox and the Yankees! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.