Course Language

Sammy and Lynchy kick off the show with Sammy fresh off a great Thursday on the course, taking out the Stableford comp at Cheltenham. At (16:47) the guys get into the news that has been brewing — LIV Golf having their funding cut at the end of 2026 and the cancellation of LIV New Orleans, breaking down what it all means for the future of professional golf. At (35:44) the conversation shifts to Golf Digest's Top 100 Golf Courses in Australia, with Sammy putting the question to Lynchy — what actually makes a great golf course? At (43:09) it's Around the Grounds, kicking off with Cam Young's win at Doral, including a look at the penalty situations that caught a few players out during the week — among them Young himself and our own Adam Scott (49:11). At (56:32) it's time for The Scramble as Lynchy turns the tables on Sammy — what is his favourite hole at Cheltenham? All thanks to Callaway.

Sammy and Lynchy kick off the show recapping the round they shared during the week at Sammy's home club before diving into a big week in golf news. At (4:55) the guys get into the PGA Tour cutting tournaments and staff connected to the Hawaii events, and at (8:25) they play and react to PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp's surprisingly positive words about LIV Golf and what it could signal for the future of the game. At (14:09) the conversation turns to Jim Furyk being named US Ryder Cup captain for 2027, with the guys revisiting memories of the last time Furyk had the honour — a defeat to Europe back in 2018. At (21:19) it's an early Scramble as Sammy asks Lynchy whether Keegan Bradley deserves another shot at captaining the US side, before the conversation shifts closer to home with the Presidents Cup coming in September and our own Geoff Ogilvy leading the Internationals as captain. At (33:43) it's Around the Grounds, opening with the first Women's Major of the year at The Chevron, before landing on the feel good moment of the year at the Zurich Classic — the Fitzpatrick brothers taking out the tournament together on the PGA Tour. At (44:57) The Scramble returns for a second round as Sammy reads out a special listener question. At (53:03) it's Course Language Confessional time — it's Lynchy's confession, but don't be surprised when Sammy gets involved too. The guys then briefly preview the upcoming PGA Tour event at Doral at (56:55). All thanks to Callaway. Audio credit: Brian Rolapp, The Pat McAfee Show.

Sammy and Lynchy kick off the show with a chat about their weeks on the course, including Sammy agonisingly close to breaking par for 9 holes before it all unravelled with two holes to play. At (9:35) the guys dive into the biggest golf story of the week — the rumour that LIV Golf could lose their funding at the end of 2026, and what that could mean for the game. At (25:50) they report that The Lakes in Sydney will host the Aussie PGA Championship the weekend before the Australian Open at Kingston Heath, before heading into Around the Grounds at (30:54). At (35:06) it's time for The Scramble with Lynchy at the wheel, asking Sammy whether a big event is needed the week after The Masters or whether the calendar should take a breath and shine a light on a Korn Ferry tournament instead. At (41:17) Ryan questions Sammy on yet another golf training aid that has found its way into his bag, and at (45:04) we reveal the winner of our April Major Series Chrome Tour ball giveaway. Two dozen special Callaway Chrome Tour balls heading to a very lucky listener! This episode is proudly supported by Callaway.

Sammy and Lynchy get straight into it, breaking down Rory McIlroy's incredible victory and what it means for the game. At (5:31) Sammy asks Lynchy to pinpoint Rory's signature shot of the week, before at (11:25) Lynchy turns the tables — just how many majors does Rory win before his career is done? At (18:26) the guys reflect on how special it will be to see Rory back at the Aussie Open off the back of this win, before turning their attention to the players who had an unexpectedly tough week at Augusta National (19:14). At (25:52) they break down Scottie Scheffler's performance finishing just one back, and the others who made things interesting on the final day (27:51). At (29:25) the conversation turns to Justin Rose and the opportunities he let slip — is he the best player to never win the Masters? The guys then get into how the Aussies fared this week (37:41). At (40:06) it's time to see how the predictions held up, before touching on the celebrity influences spotted at this year's tournament (43:28) and news around Fred Ridley and The Masters' stance on the potential golf ball rollback (46:53). At (57:56) The Scramble returns with Sammy asking Lynchy — is Rory McIlroy the greatest European golfer of all time? At (1:04:22) Sammy closes things out with a familiar Course Language Confessional. Proudly supported by Callaway.

Sammy and Lynchy jump in for a special wrap of the Masters after the first two rounds and heading into moving day. Can Rory hang on and who could possibly catch him?

It's Masters week and the boys are fired up. Sammy and Lynchy kick things off sharing the moments and memories that come to mind when they think of Augusta National. At (9:54) there's a brief Around the Grounds before the conversation turns exclusively to The Masters at (14:54), where Sammy and Lynchy break down some of the unique broadcast rules around the tournament — including the phrases you're simply not allowed to use. At (21:42) the guys are joined by Dale Lynch, a multiple-time coach at Augusta having taken seven players through the gates over the years. Dale takes us inside the ropes at (23:45), covering what makes The Masters unlike anything else in golf, the remarkable change made to the practice area (27:20), what a typical week at Augusta actually looks like (31:22), and how his coaching stint began with Kevin Na (33:27). At (34:59) Dale chats about the greens, the contention years, and Geoff Ogilvy's bold strategic shift to try and get the job done at Augusta (41:11). At (46:51) the guys revisit Adam Scott's unforgettable 2013 victory, before touching on the tournament's famously technology-free atmosphere at (49:11). At (52:04) Dale reveals just how sought after a Masters pass is — and some of the extraordinary cash offers he's fielded for his Augusta coaches credential. At (58:40) Lynchy breaks down the holes that will decide the tournament this week, and at (1:04:55) both guys reveal their full top 5 picks. At (1:14:55) they name their best placed Aussie and a few potential villains who could spoil the feel-good stories. This episode is proudly supported by Callaway.

One of the most beloved personalities in Australian golf joins Lynchy for a special Quick 9 — nine quickfire questions about Gowie's golfing life. Paul Gow has seen it all in the game, and in this candid chat he opens up about his achievements, his confessions from life on Tour, and the one moment he'd rather forget — or as Gowie might put it, has a few regrets about.  All thanks to Callaway. 

Sammy and Lynchy kick off the show fresh off a day out at The National Pro-Am, recapping a great round alongside cricketer Glenn Maxwell and Tour player Josh Younger. At (11:48) Lynchy provides some handy advice for Sammy on how to handle a misbehaving driver mid-round — something we've all been through. At (16:30) the boys touch on Tiger's unfortunate news during the week before heading (23:00) into Around the Grounds to cover a big week in golf, highlighted by Gary Woodland's remarkable comeback story, claiming victory at the Houston Open. At (28:16) get your pencils ready as Lynchy hands out his early picks to take out The Masters, kicking off the 9th of April. At (30:41) the guys then turn their attention to the final PGA Tour of Australasia event at The National, wrapping up the Order of Merit. At (43:26) a listener question lands involving a hole in one — and much like last week, the debate is whether this one actually counts. At (46:19) it's time for The Scramble, as Lynchy poses an interesting one to Sammy — with Whoop becoming increasingly prevalent in golf, would he be comfortable sharing his Whoop data coming down the stretch in a tournament? This episode is proudly supported by Callaway.

Sammy and Lynchy are back for another episode, kicking things off fresh off a brilliant day out at Yarra Bend for the PGA Associate Pro-Am. At (12:28) Lynchy breaks down his experience getting fitted for new irons at the Callaway headquarters, explaining why getting properly fitted for your clubs can be a genuine game-changer — and why too many golfers skip this crucial step. At (18:11) it's Around the Grounds, starting with Hannah Green's incredible third consecutive win taking out the WPGA Championship. The boys then turn their attention to the PGA Tour before touching on the LIV Golf Series, where an emotional Bryson DeChambeau claimed victory at LIV South Africa. At (32:52) it's time for The Scramble, as Sammy puts a big question to Lynchy — should any other majors follow Augusta's lead and be held at the same course every year? The guys dig into it before a listener Scramble question comes in that has Sammy and Lynchy, for once, in complete agreement at (41:45). All thanks to Callaway.

Sammy and Lynchy kick off the show wrapping up their weeks on and off the course, with Sammy dialing in from a surprise location for this episode. At (4:37), the lads break some big news as PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp unveils proposed changes to the structure and direction of the tour. The boys give their take on what it could mean for players, fans and the future of elite golf. At (21:55), it’s Around The Grounds, covering a massive weekend highlighted by the Women’s Australian Open and the much-debated “5th major” — The Players Championship, where Cameron Young claimed a huge victory. At (36:34), the focus shifts closer to home with a breakdown of Will Florimo’s impressive win at the Heritage Classic, before the episode wraps with a Course Language Confessional — this time a special anonymous write-in from one of our listeners (41:02). Proudly presented by Callaway.

Sammy and Lynchy kick off the episode comparing notes from their week on the course, including a discussion on the difference between morning and afternoon golfers after Sammy has had some recent dawn tee times. At (10:25), following the Melbourne F1 weekend, the boys chat through the news of McLaren entering the golf hardware space, and reflect on other big brands that have tried — and often failed — to break into golf equipment. At (16:54), it’s Around the Grounds, starting with an incredible finish at the ISPS Handa Japan–Australasia Championship, where Travis Smyth prevailed on the sixth playoff hole against Jack Thompson. The guys then head to the PGA Tour, where Akshay Bhatia claimed a special win at Bay Hill in another playoff over Daniel Berger (30:48), before touching on Jon Rahm’s win at LIV Golf Hong Kong (36:30). At (43:00), All In The Tips returns after Kelsey Bennett’s win in tough conditions, with Sammy asking Lynchy for a pro tip on how to keep playing well when the weather turns nasty — plus Lynchy shares a bonus putting drill. At (47:13), The Scramble raises a rules debate: Should it be mandatory to look for your original ball first before claiming your provisional ball is in play? At (54:56), Geelong legend and three-time premiership player Tom Hawkins jumps in with three quick Course Language Confessionals from his home track, Barwon Heads. The episode wraps with a preview of the upcoming Heritage Classic on the PGA Tour of Australasia (56:46), before revisiting bag-gate at (1:04:51) — as the lads run through more things the average club golfer does that the pros never would… with Sammy once again in the firing line. Proudly presented by Callaway.  

The lads open the show with an honest assessment of their own games after a tough week on course, before Lynchy raises a feel good point about how good a spot the game of golf is in right now. With more young people and more women taking up the game than ever before, the boys put their five cents in on what’s driven the growth over the past few years. At (20:56), they discuss Tiger Woods being given a deadline to decide whether he’ll captain the US Ryder Cup team at Adare Manor in 2027. At (27:30), with John Daly II set to play his first big event at the Puerto Rico Open, the conversation shifts to the greatest father/son duos in golf history. At (29:50), it’s Around the Grounds, starting with Daniel Hillier winning his home NZ Open, holding off Lucas Herbert who also nabbed a spot at The Open. At (48:08), the guys preview the upcoming ISPS Handa Japan–Australasia Championship at Royal Auckland Golf Club. Then at (52:43), The Course Language Confessional returns — sparked by the father/son chat, with a story involving Bill Haas and Lynchy reflecting on a night out after his 2011 FedEx Cup win, plus a mini confessional from Sammy as “bag-gate” continues to follow him around. Finally, at (58:23), one of the AFL’s best forwards — and arguably its best golfer — Mitch Lewis joins the show for a Quick 9. Proudly presented by Callaway.

Sammy and Lynchy kick off the show revisiting last week’s unexpectedly "Bag-Gate" — should Sammy have his name stitched on his new Quantum Tour bag? After posting the clip to Instagram, the takes came flooding in, even spilling onto SEN radio. At (15:50), they dive into the news of Jon Rahm not being granted a conditional release by the DP World Tour and what it means moving forward. At (26:08), it’s Around the Grounds, starting with the Genesis Invitational on the PGA Tour. The boys highlight Adam Scott’s impressive 8-under finish to claim 4th place, and credit the work of Tina Maio and Coburg Osteo for helping maintain his elite ball speed. Closer to home at (34:05), they review the NZ PGA Championship and what it means for the region. At (46:41), Sammy throws up this week’s Scramble question: should golfers who aren’t scratch (or better) be coached in AimPoint green reading? Then at (56:55), the lads are joined by special guest — 15-time Grand Slam champion, passionate golfer and fellow Callaway ambassador Dylan Alcott — to chat about his golfing journey and play a Quick 9. All thanks to Callaway.

Sammy and Lynchy kick things off with a recap of Sammy’s trip to Tasmania, playing 7 Mile Beach and Tasmania Golf Club, and why Tassie continues to deliver some of the best golf and travel experiences in the country. That leads to an important debate at (9:55) — should Sammy as an amateur have his name embroidered on a new Quantum Tour bag? Lynchy shares the veiw from the pros.  At (13:44), it’s Around the Grounds, starting with Anthony Kim’s emotional and remarkable comeback win. At (24:49), the guys reflect on another huge LIV Adelaide, with the Ripper GC boys getting the job done and what the event means for Australian golf. The PGA Tour gets a run at (33:05) with the AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am, as Lynchy questions whether technology is making iconic courses too easy, before the boys touch on Min Woo Lee’s continued rise at (41:03). At (43:10), they discuss Gary Player’s denied request to play Augusta with his grandchildren. At (49:28), The Scramble asks: would you rather go to The Masters or the Super Bowl? Following AFL State of Origin weekend, Lynchy revisits the idea of a season-ending State of Origin concept in Aussie golf at (54:14). The episode wraps with a Course Language Confessional from Lynchy at (1:02:02) involving one of the best female golfers in the world. All thanks to Callaway.

Sammy and Lynchy kick off the show with a quick check-in on their own golf games after another busy week. At (4:28), the guys deep dive into the big news out of LIV Golf, with confirmation that OWGR points will not be awarded ahead of the opening tournament in Riyadh. At (17:37), they unpack some eyebrow-raising comments from Brandel Chamblee, who believes The Players Championship should be recognised as golf’s fifth major. At (21:22), it’s Around the Grounds, starting with an incredible win on debut by Australia’s own Elvis Smylie on LIV Golf, holding off Jon Rahm down the stretch. At (31:57), the lads head back home to break down Declan O’Donovan’s brilliant victory at the Webex Players Series in Sydney. At (35:10), they wrap a massive weekend of golf across the DP World Tour and PGA Tour, before touching on crowd behaviour at the Waste Management Phoenix Open at (44:30). At (46:40), The Scramble is back, with Sammy putting Lynchy on the spot — should golf have a fifth major? All thanks to Callaway.

Sammy and Lynchy kick things off by recapping a big week on the road, with Sammy up at Cobram Barooga for the PGA event broadcasting with SEN, and the lads also heading along to an epic night with Callaway for the launch of the new Quantum range at Morack Driving Range. At (7:13), the guys discuss Augusta National Chairman Fred Ridley’s comments on pace of play and what it could mean for the game. At (14:00), they unpack Hideki Matsuyama’s comments questioning the idea of Brooks Koepka returning to the PGA Tour. At (21:57), it’s Around the Grounds, starting with the Webex Players Series Murray River, played in honour of Jarrod Lyle. At (33:38), the lads touch on Justin Rose’s dominant win on the PGA Tour, before heading to the DP World Tour in Bahrain and breaking down a bizarre playoff at (36:45). At (42:14), The Scramble returns, with Lynchy putting Sammy on the spot — who’s more likely to win a major this year, Brooks Koepka or Justin Rose? At (46:56), a couple of hilarious Mulligans are handed out, before Sammy closes the show with a fresh Course Language Confessional that only just happened over the weekend at (48:22). Proudly brought to you by Callaway.

Sammy and Lynchy kick things off Around the Grounds as Scottie Scheffler does it again on the PGA Tour, notching another win and eclipsing the $100 million prize money mark, with a nod to impressive young gun Blades Brown who joined him in the final group (3:18). The lads then turn their attention to Patrick Reed’s win at the Hero Dubai Desert Challenge (17:16), before Sam drops a crazy Tiger Woods fact linked to the Dubai Desert Classic (23:14). Back home, we break down the PGA Tour of Australasia action as Brendan Doull claims victory at the Webex Players Series in Rosebud (24:14), and joins Lynchy for a quick chat following his win (32:41). Two Mulligans are handed out — one to Keith Mitchell for some bizarre bunker play, and another to a surprise recipient (37:54). In this week’s Scramble, the boys debate a classic: who was the better golfer — Greg Norman or Peter Thompson? (42:18). We round things out with a preview of the next Webex Players Series event at Cobram Barooga, played in memory of Jarrod Lyle (50:40), before closing the show with a short but very funny Course Language Confessional from Bec Judd (57:05). All thanks to Callaway.

Sammy and Lynchy kick off the show with a quick update on the Brooks Koepka news that dropped moments after last week’s episode went live. At (12:28), the boys dive into Elvis Smylie’s decision to join LIV Golf and break down the newly formed Ripper GC lineup (15:21). At (21:48), it’s Around The Grounds, starting close to home with the Vic Open where Cam John prevailed in a playoff over Nathan Barbieri, before heading overseas to the DP World Tour with the Dubai Invitational (35:06), won by Nacho Elvira, and the PGA Tour where Chris Gotterup claimed the Sony Open. At (40:10), it’s time for this week’s Scramble — would you rather be carrying a lead into the final round, or chasing from behind with nothing to lose? At (47:26), the guys unpack the exciting release of Callaway’s new Quantum driver, before Lynchy delivers another Course Language Confessional at (51:59) involving a pro who will remain nameless but make us laugh. At (55:18), the boys look ahead to the upcoming Webex Players Series at Rosebud, before closing out the show by congratulating Q from our friends at The Tee It Up Podcast on becoming a tour-winning caddie! All thanks to Callaway.

Course Language returns for Season 2 and the boys waste no time getting stuck in. At (6:40) Sam gives an honest update on his golf after falling short of his goal to reach single figures by the end of last year. At (11:09) we catch up on the biggest golf news missed over the break, starting with Brooks Koepka’s reported desire to leave LIV in a bid to return to the PGA Tour, plus an update on who else could be heading to LIV (19:22). At (25:02) Lynchy floats an idea that could help LIV gain eligibility for Official World Golf Ranking points, before the guys touch on the remarkable effort of Anthony Kim qualifying his way back onto the LIV Tour (27:32). At (31:22) it’s Around the Grounds, covering the Master of the Amateurs and the Webex Players Series played at home this week, with Lynchy also catching up with Webex Players Series winner Connor McKinney (39:45). At (45:29) the boys preview the upcoming Vic Open, before kicking off the first Scramble of the year at (55:36): Should Vijay Singh be allowed to re-enter the PGA Tour? At (1:04:00) the team runs through Callaway’s new top-of-the-range golf balls, landing in store on 30 January, and at (1:08:40) Sam and Lynchy finish the show by making some predictions for the world of golf in 2026. Proudly brought to you by Callaway.

In this short special episode of Course Language, Sammy catches up with three-time World Surfing Champion Mick Fanning for a brief Quick 9 chat at Yarra Yarra Golf Club, recorded during the Mick Fanning Charity Golf Day. Mick shares a snapshot of his golfing life, how he fits the game in around everything else, and a few quick thoughts from the fairways.

At (5:08), Sammy and Lynchy go Around the Grounds, starting with a wrap of the Cathedral Invitational. At (7:33), the boys briefly revisit the Australian Open, with Lynchy offering a fresh perspective that helps ease the sting after an emotional week for Cam Smith, before diving into Marc Leishman’s outstanding victory at the Vic PGA Championship at Moonah Links (11:26). At (23:25), we hear from Leish himself following the win. At (30:15), a couple of Mulligans are handed out — including one to someone sitting in the studio. At (33:20), the lads are joined by Marc Leishman’s long-time coach of 25 years, Denis McDade, who shares the joy of seeing Marc lift the trophy, having his son Connor in contention, and opens up on his coaching philosophy (38:05). At (51:09), Denis explains how Marc has managed to stay at the highest level for so long, winning on every tour he’s competed on, before the conversation turns to Marc’s decision to join LIV Golf (54:56). At (1:07:05), Sammy and Lynchy tackle this week’s Scramble debate: should shorts be allowed in all forms of tournament golf? To close out the episode — and the year — at (1:13:38), the guys finish with a Course Language Confessional involving Christmas and the Stonehaven Cup.   Proudly brought to you by Callaway.

Sammy and Lynchy kick off the show reflecting on the emotion and drama of yesterday’s unforgettable Australian Open finish — and why this year’s championship felt truly special. At (11:20), Sam shares Rory McIlroy’s glowing on-course feedback about the atmosphere at Royal Melbourne, before the boys dive into who battled with the course at (13:38), including one player in particular. They also discuss whether players’ views of RM evolved as the week unfolded (22:19). At (25:25), the lads break down the incredible crowds and global reach of this year’s event, how our numbers stack up against major tournaments overseas, and what made Royal Melbourne such a standout venue. At (33:35), we head Around the Grounds to dissect the thrilling finishes across the tournament — especially the fireworks on 17 and 18. Finally, at (48:00), Sam paints a vivid picture of being on the 18th green as Cam and Rasmus went shot-for-shot, and the gut-punch silence that fell when it all came to an end. A massive week. A special tournament. A wrap you don’t want to miss. Proudly brought to you by Callaway Golf Music Credits: Keys of Moon  

In this special episode, Sam sits down with David Evans to explore the remarkable story behind Cathedral Golf Club. David shares how the vision for Cathedral first took shape, the unique landscape carved into the Cathedral mountains, and the passion that brought one of Australia’s most exclusive and breathtaking courses to life. They also look ahead to the upcoming Cathedral Invitational, discussing its growth, the special players who take part, and what makes the event—and the venue—so extraordinary. A rare insight into a world-class golf destination, told by the man who built it. Proudly brought to you by Callaway.

With moving day in the books at Royal Melbourne, Sammy and Lynchy break down all the key storylines after Round 3. Who had a bogey, par and birdie rated round today as contenders set for a huge final day. Your essential daily wrap as we head into what shapes as a thrilling Sunday at the Aus Open.   Proudly brought to you by Callaway.

What a day two it was from one of the world's best courses, in the biggest week of Australian Golf.    Sammy and Lynchy are back to recap the second round live from the course. We had snapped drivers and snapped putters all from the one player.   PLUS heaps more from the day, strap yourself in, this one is not to be missed.    Thanks to Callaway, be sure to tune in tomorrow.

Sammy and Lynchy hit Royal Melbourne for Day 1 of the Australian Open, bringing you the only wrap you need after a huge opening day. Fresh from the fairways, the boys break down the day plus give their bogey, par and birdie performances from Round 1 at Royal. Proudly brought to you by Callaway.

It’s a massive week on Course Language as we welcome four-time Aus Open winning coach, Dale Lynch for a special Australian Open edition of the show. We kick things off with Lynchy Jr delivering a semi–Course Language Confessional about his Aus Open pre-qualifying round, while Sammy admits his own game hasn’t fared much better. At (8:44) we go Around The Grounds to wrap up the BMW Australian PGA Championship, where David Puig held off a strong Aussie chase to take the title. At (26:30) we turn our attention to the feature event of the summer — a full preview of the 2024 Australian Open. At (37:12) Ryan breaks down key holes at Royal Melbourne, before Dale reflects at (39:32) on the four Australian Opens he coached players to victory. At (47:05) the team dissects what it will take to win this week, and at (53:40) Dale shares valuable insight into how players should prepare for an event of this magnitude. At (55:02) the boys lock in their tips for who lifts the Stonehaven Cup. And finally, at (1:04:11) we’ve got a special surprise from our great friends at Callaway—perfect timing if you’re looking for some golf-themed Christmas gifts. Sound credits: Golf Australia Course Language — proudly brought to you by Callaway Golf.  

Sammy and Lynchy kick things off with a catch-up on a massive week for both of them — Lynchy spending the weekend commentating at the QLD PGA before teeing it up in Monday Qualifying for the Australian PGA, while Sammy was busy at the Callaway Mick Fanning Golf Day and tackling the Cancer Council’s Longest Day. The boys then head Around the Grounds (14:46), including a full wrap of the QLD PGA Championship and Lynchy’s chat with champion Cameron John (20:16). From there, it’s all eyes on Royal Queensland as they preview this weekend’s Australian PGA Championship (34:00). We also debut a brand-new segment: Roaming Ryan on the Range — featuring conversations with some of the biggest names in the field this weekend, including Geoff Ogilvy (45:17), Ryan Fox (46:47), Peter Lonard (49:10), Dave Micheluzzi (51:39), Anthony Quayle (52:36) and Jake McLeod (54:43).  To wrap things up, the boys dish out a quick Mulligan to one of their favourites on tour. Course Language — proudly brought to you by Callaway Golf.

Sammy and Lynchy kick off the show with a special announcement. At (5:30) we go Around The Grounds, starting at home with a full breakdown of the Ford NSW Open after the boys spent the weekend commentating live on Fox Sports & Kayo. At (22:45) we shift to the DP World Tour as Matt Fitzpatrick claims the DP World Tour Championship, while Rory wins his 7th Race to Dubai. At (30:49) we look briefly at the PGA Tour, including Adam Schenk nearly putting away his win—literally—with some outrageous one-handed putting. At (33:22) the guys offer a couple of tips heading into this weekend’s QLD PGA Championship. Then at (37:27) it’s time for The Scramble, as Sammy and Lynchy debate whether Gary Player is the 3rd greatest golfer of all time. We hand out a quick Mulligan at (44:38), and at (47:20) Lynchy delivers a squeamish Course Language Confessional. Course Language – proudly powered by Callaway.

Sammy and Lynchy kick off the show with a few updates from their own golf weeks, before Lynchy dishes out a timely lecture on the dangers of swing changes (5:55). At (15:49), we head Around the Grounds, starting with Aaron Rai’s win at the Abu Dhabi Championship, before previewing this weekend’s NSW Open at The Vintage Golf Club (24:20). The lads then dive into another Scramble (32:46), following up last week’s chat about whether PGA Tour pros should be limited to a 300cc driver head. At (39:56), Sammy flips the script, asking Lynchy why club golfers always seem to have expectations so high and is the term "par" to blame. And to finish, at (51:05), Sammy drops another Course Language Confessional — this time, at the expense of a fellow player in his group — plus some great correspondence from one of our listeners.

The lads kick off Episode 18 with a handicap update from Sammy and a wholesome surprise encounter with Ian Baker-Finch out on the course. At (19:18), we head Around the Grounds, starting with James Morrison’s emotional win on the DP World Tour, plus results across the globe — including a showdown at the Australian Senior Open in Thurgoona between two of Lynchy’s dad’s former students. At (26:17), the boys look back on Matt Goggin’s underrated PGA Tour career after his Senior Open victory — and just how close he came to some huge wins. Then at (28:38)… the big one:
Has modern equipment gone too far?
With St Andrews set to be lengthened for the 2027 Open, Sammy & Lynchy debate whether tech has tipped the game out of balance and is forcing iconic courses to change. And at (48:50), our first ever listener-submitted Course Language Confessional drops… and let’s just say it's a good one.

Sammy and Lynchy kick off the show chatting through the big week in golf — including an update on Sammy’s handicap and some questionable form. ⛳️ At (11:45), the guys go Around the Grounds following Australia’s huge win in the 2025 Hanwha LIFEPLUS International Crown and break down Matias Sanchez’s incredible victory at the 2025 Webex Players Series South Australia in Willunga (14:43). At (21:42), we head to the DP World Tour stop in Korea for a pivotal tournament that delivered plenty of storylines. The guys are then joined by Matias Sanchez, who talks through his maiden pro win, his growth as a player, and what it means to head into the Aussie summer of golf with the Australian Open at his home course (36:55). At (44:42), it’s another round of The Scramble, followed by a Mulligan to Shane Lowry for a bizarre brain fade (55:33). Sammy closes out the show at (58:30) with another Course Language Confessional. 🎧 Listen now wherever you get your podcasts.

Sammy and Lynchy kick off Episode 16 with the second instalment of Course Language Confessionals (6:05), where Lynchy dives into a story from his tournament playing days — one that perfectly captures the highs and humbling moments of competitive golf. At (12:32), the guys go Around the Grounds with a look at Tommy Fleetwood’s emotional victory, celebrating on the 18th with his son in a moment that captured hearts worldwide. At (22:32), we shift our attention back home to the WA Open, breaking down another big weekend for Aussie golf. At (32:34), it’s time for The Scramble, with Sammy putting Lynchy on the spot — which tour is doing the best job of promoting golf globally: the PGA Tour, DP World Tour, or LIV Golf? At (38:46), we wrap things up with The Mulligan, as Sammy hands out a few do-overs — including one for “The Rock” himself.

Sammy and Lynchy kick off the show by touching on the WA PGA Championship and reading through a great email from one of our listeners. At (5:10), Sammy introduces a brand new segment, Course Language Confessionals, where we (and our listeners) share funny on-course moments that are best told over a drink in the clubhouse. At (14:31), we head Around The Grounds, covering some big results from important tournaments at the back end of the season. At (27:33), the guys are joined by WA PGA Champion, Austin Bautista, fresh off his win to chat about his great season so far, while sharing some hilarious stories. At (49:19), we preview the upcoming WA Open, before diving into The Scramble at (52:01), where the big debate is: Would you take Rory’s or Scottie’s season this year? Sammy delivers a hilarious Mulligan at (59:59), and the guys touch on some sad news about Tiger’s ongoing back injuries and latest surgery (1:02:55). Finally, at (1:06:00), we wrap things up with 2025 WA PGA Champion Austin Bautista, as he takes on A Quick 9, answering nine rapid-fire questions about his golfing life. 🎧 Credits: PGA Tour of Australasia & Fried Egg Podcast

Sammy and Lynchy kick off Episode 14 by diving into the Ryder Cup fallout — with some fiery comments made after Europe’s victory and through the week (1:54). At (7:25), the guys go Around the Grounds, wrapping up a big weekend in professional golf before previewing this week’s Challenger PGA Tour of Australasia event, the WA PGA Championship in Kalgoorlie (25:22). Lynchy reflects on his 2014 WA PGA Championship win, sharing how it compared to other emotional moments in his career and how the course might play this week (33:01). At (37:58), Sammy breaks down the latest headlines as LIV Golf announces another massive financial loss, before dropping a hot Scramble question at (42:19): 👉 Is golf better or worse off because of LIV?

Sammy and Lynchy kick off the show with a quick word on the AFL Grand Final before diving headfirst into their mega review of the Ryder Cup weekend (5:55). Lynchy shares his thoughts on the course setup at Bethpage Black (11:15), and the guys weigh in on early pairings and results, including Rory’s fiery performance while copping abuse from the crowd (24:24) and Scottie’s underwhelming week. At (28:58), Sammy presses Ryan on why Team Europe dominated compared to the Americans. From there, the guys break down the singles matches and how close the U.S. came to pulling off an incredible comeback (34:24). At (44:26), we relive the winning moment when Europe officially retained the Cup and unpack the raw emotion from both teams. Rory and Keegan’s comments on U.S. crowd behaviour with Sammy's two two cents at (50:10), before Sammy and Lynchy reveal their Ryder Cup power rankings (56:51). To wrap it up, the Ryder Cup theme continues into this week’s Mulligan and Scramble (1:10:00), and Sammy gives a quick update on the local golf scene (1:14:29). 📌 Show Notes & Credits: Ryder Cup. 🎵 Music Credit: Moby – Memory Gospel

We kick things off briefly outside of golf, with Lynchy a little down about his Bombers potentially letting Zach Merrett go to Sammy's Hawks. The guys give a quick update on their own rounds during the week, and Sammy provides an important update on Cheltenham Golf Club — with thanks to everyone who supported the club during the week. (9:30) Around The Grounds — some strong results from our Aussies on the DP World Tour and a look at the NSW Open Regional Qualifiers on the local scene. (19:48) It’s Ryder Cup time! We dive into a mega preview, touching on the history of the event and recent results. (28:40) Sammy and Lynchy break down this year’s Ryder Cup in detail, chatting through dream teams, key pairings, and potential matchups. (49:12) A Ryder Cup Mulligan is handed out before the guys give their tips on who will lift the trophy this year (57:14). (1:00:15) The Scramble takes on a Ryder Cup twist, with Sammy serving up a special debate question about golfer pay. (1:08:19) We finish off with an update on our leads to (hopefully) get Rory McIlroy on the pod. 🎶 Music & Sound Credits: Ryder Cup

(2:40) Sammy chats about his putting woes, with Lynchy chiming in with some advice. (6:16) We check in with Lynchy’s own golf game after an impressive round at Heritage this week. (9:21) Around the Grounds — the guys touch on the final week of tournaments before the Ryder Cup, with a wrap of the BMW PGA Championship and the Procore Championship. (19:42) The Ryder Cup takes centre stage as we dive into some surprising camaraderie. (22:19) Who is this amateur golfer putting up incredible results on the PGA Tour? (27:10) A special PSA: help save Cheltenham Golf Club. Jump on the Bayside City Council website, search Cheltenham Golf Club, and have your say on their proposed new lease. This club is a staple in growing the game we all love. (30:11) Touching on a dramatic finish on the LPGA Tour. (39:20) Breaking down how the Aussies went this week around the globe. (42:44) In this week’s Scramble, Lynchy throws down another “would you rather” question. (50:18) The Mulligan — when it rains it pours as we hand out plenty this week. (58:28) A quote from The Little Book of Golf — can Lynchy guess which mystery great said it? (1:00:57) To close the show, Sammy is joined by AFL Dees great David Schwartz, who gives us a glimpse into his golfing life in A Quick 9. Help save Cheltenham Golf Club: https://yoursay.bayside.vic.gov.au/CGC-lease 🎶 Music Credit: Hymn to the Dawn by Scott Buckley

It’s a packed Episode 10 of Course Language! At (5:25), Lynchy shares his experience jumping on the Make Me Good At Golf podcast during the week. The guys then reflect on the Walker Cup at Cypress Point and how the world’s great golf courses often become characters in the tournaments we watch (8:45).   Around The Grounds kicks off at (17:19) with a breakdown of Rory McIlroy’s brilliant Irish Open win and his clutch 18th hole finish. In this week’s Scramble (35:40), Sammy and Lynchy have a softer debate before Ryan gives a quick update on Golf Connect, the new handicapping system replacing Golflink in Australia (44:39).   At (47:35), it’s time for It’s All In The Tips, where Lynchy breaks down how golfers can manage themselves when their round starts to unravel. At (54:40), the guys cover the latest from LIV Golf’s stop at The Grange in South Australia.   And to close out the show, at (59:10), a very special guest: cricket superstar and one of the game’s great entertainers, Glenn Maxwell, chats with Sammy for a Quick 9 of rapid-fire golf questions.

To honour all the dads who have shaped the game we love, Course Language brings you a very special Father’s Day bonus episode with Ryan’s dad, Dale Lynch. Dale has coached multiple world-class players and is a director of BannLynchMcDade and Yarra Bend Golf. (2:20) Spending time with Ryan on tour — the unique experience of swapping hats as a dad, coach and caddie (9:26) Dale’s journey to becoming one of the very few full-time coaches in Australia at the time (19:22) Memories from the Victorian Institute of Sport and the incredible talent that came out of the program (23:14) The importance of routine and its connection to AFL goal kicking — plus Dale’s impact on some of the game’s best goal kickers (27:55) What it really takes to become a world-class player (35:20) Life on the US Tour as a coach, including insights from major weeks (40:47) The 2006 US Open — Geoff Ogilvy’s win at Winged Foot and Dale’s reflections as a major-winning coach (47:35) The swirling rumours of Dale becoming Tiger Woods’ coach A Father’s Day conversation full of stories, insights and moments that shaped Australian golf. Shownotes: https://yarrabendgolf.com/golf-lessons/ https://www.peninsulakingswood.com.au/cms/golf-2/blm-golf-coaching/ Credits: USGA

Sammy and Lynchy are back for Episode 9 with plenty to unpack from the world of golf. They kick things off Around the Grounds (5:48) with a wrap of the NT PGA Championship before welcoming the newly crowned champion, Andrew Martin (8:02), for a special chat on his big win. The boys then break down the final Ryder Cup teams set to battle it out at Bethpage Black (37:44), before diving into a fiery Scramble debate on whether every tournament should allow range finders (40:03). To round things out, Sammy and Lynchy put forward a bold new idea — an Aussie State Team format for the Challenger PGA Tour of Australasia to spice up the end of the season (45:18).   Music Credits: “Victory” by Two Steps From Hell & Thomas Bergersen

Sammy and Lynchy are back for Episode 8 with another big week in golf. The boys kick things off with Tommy Fleetwood’s incredible maiden victory before diving into the latest Ryder Cup chatter and captain’s picks (20:55). At (32:37) they break down the British Masters, including some standout results from our Aussies and Kiwis. As always, it heats up in The Scramble (1:02:05) with another debate, before handing out a few well-earned Mulligans (1:09:00). Show notes & credits: LIV Golf League, Codesportsau

In Episode 7, Sammy and Lynchy take you Around the Grounds (1:55), recapping results from golf tournaments all over the world, including a preview of Eastlake (12:22), a look at our home tour, the PGA Tour of Australasia (16:23), and deep dives into both the DP World Tour and the Seniors Tour (22:30). The boys then go head-to-head in another edition of The Scramble (31:25), hand out a few well-deserved Mulligans (40:02), and at (45:26) welcome a very special guest — world-class golf course photographer Gary Lisbon, author of Golf Courses of the World. Gary shares the craft behind capturing some of the most breathtaking golf course images ever taken, dives into what makes a great course photograph, and takes us through his favourite courses across the globe, from Royal Melbourne West and Barnbougle Dunes to Royal County Down, Lofoten Links, and beyond. A must-listen for lovers of the game, golf travel, and the beauty of golf course design.   Shownotes: 🎙 Sound credits: CBS Golf 📖 Gary Lisbon’s Favourite Courses: Africa – Leopard Creek Australia/New Zealand – Royal Melbourne West, Tara Iti, Barnbougle Dunes Continental Europe – Lofoten Links, Morfontaine, Real Club Valderrama UK/Ireland – Royal County Down, North Berwick, Ballybunion North America – Cypress Point, Oakmont, Pine Valley South America – Santapazienza Golf Club, Gavea Golf Club, Jockey Club Asia – Shanqin Bay, Hirono, Kawana

Sammy sits down with one of Australian basketball’s greats to fire off nine rapid-fire golf questions. From his biggest golfing moments to his favourite courses, dream foursome, and what keeps him coming back to the game, Chris gives us a glimpse into his passion for golf both on and off the court.

After hearing Sammy share his ultimate high and ultimate low on the golf course, the guys swing into Around the Grounds and cover a massive weekend in golf, starting with the FedEx St. Jude Championship (7:56). At (23:20), Sammy throws out a bold idea to spice up the PGA tournament playoff tie breaks, before they break down the latest LIV Golf event at (26:30). Sadly, some fan favourites get handed a “Mulligan” at (33:21). At (36:00), Sammy and Lynchy welcome a special guest — PGA Tour of Australasia’s Head of Tournament Development, Kim Felton. Kim gives us an inside look at the exciting new pathways for Aussie golfers to make it onto the world stage (38:00) and previews the upcoming Australian season (50:30). To wrap things up, the boys go head-to-head in an epic debate for The Scramble — should you really get relief from a fairway divot? (59:35).    

At (5:30), they go around the grounds to chat about the AIG Women’s Open, the Wyndham Championship (14:00), and other results from around the golfing world. At (28:05), the guys break down the US Ryder Cup team and whether Keegan Bradley might pick himself. At (32:40), it’s the latest Scramble debate: Would you rather be a YouTube golf superstar or a pro golfer? Mitch, one of our CL Members, drops a great question about how we can help pace of play at your local course (39:35). To wrap up, the guys chat about the upcoming tournaments that will decide the FedEx Cup in what’s shaping up to be a massive month of golf (55:05). Shownotes: Contact: [email protected] to raise a question for Sammy and Lynchy. Credits: CBS, Composer Scott Buckley  

In this episode, Dr Tina Maio, founder of Coburg Osteopathy, joins Lynchy for a great chat on how the body impacts the golf swing — and what we can all do to play better and feel better. At (2:25), Tina discusses the common injuries of the everyday golfer and why they occur. She talks about the elite players she has worked with over the years like Adam Scott, Geoff Ogilvy and Stuart Appleby, and how their physical preparation, mobility focus, and commitment to consistent routines have kept them at the top of their game (7:30). Tina goes into how the everyday golfer can help prevent injury and boost performance prior to their round (11:30). A must-listen if you're serious about improving your golf body. Shownotes: coburgosteo.com.au  

Sammy kicks off the episode by reliving one of the greatest comebacks in AFL/VFL history – the Dees v Saints game – from his front-row seat in the SEN commentary box (1:25). Then the lads go around the grounds for all the latest results from the world of golf (6:50), before diving into a cinematic edition of The Scramble: What’s the best golf movie of all time? (32:55). There are some high-profile names copping Mulligans this week (39:10), before Aussie basketball legend and bronze medallist Chris Goulding joins for a special edition of The Quick 9 (45:30). The guys then review the new Happy Gilmore 2 (52:00), and wrap with a heartfelt tribute to Ian Baker-Finch, who announced his retirement from the commentary booth this week (62:20).   Show Notes: Soundbites credited to CBS Shoutout to the great podcast Pardon My Take Got a Scramble debate for us? Send your thoughts or feedback to: [email protected]

Sam and Lynchy are back after a big week, kicking things off with a debrief on Sam’s Happy Gilmore 2 launch party (3:05). The boys dive into a full recap of The Open Championship (8:00), breaking down Scottie Scheffler’s dominant performance (14:40) and debating whether the Tiger comparisons are justified. They unpack Shane Lowry’s controversial penalty (35:20), chat Bryson being on the clock (37:55), and tackle this week’s Scramble: Would you rather win The Masters or The Open at St Andrews? (42:50) There’s no shortage of Mulligans to hand out this week (51:00), and Sam drops his latest handicap update (56:00). He also brings in a golfing heirloom – Ossie Pickworth’s "How to Golf" – and gets Lynchy’s thoughts on its putting fundamentals (1:00:30). To close it out, Luke Breust of the Hawthorn Football Club joins Sam for the debut of The Quick 9 (1:08:25) – a rapid-fire look into the personal side of golf with our favourite people.

A Quick 9: Luke Breust
Before Episode 3 drops, Sammy sits down with Hawthorn champion Luke Breust for the debut of A Quick 9 – our rapid-fire segment where we ask our favourite people nine questions about their golf life. From dream courses to best golfing moments, Luke brings the same class he shows on the footy field to the fairways. Short, sharp, and full of love for the game.