From Brutal Playoffs to New Tour Directors: Inside the Golfweek Amateur Tour

Описание: The Golfweek Amateur Tour Podcast is back with an episode that perfectly captures what Amateur Golf Competition is all about, grit, camaraderie, and golfers who simply refuse to quit when conditions get tough.



Hosts Tim Newman and Chris Rocha are joined by Jason Harris and new Milwaukee Tour Director Keith Cowan for a wide-ranging conversation that covers brutal playoff weather, tour growth across the country, and why the Golfweek Amateur Tour continues to be one of the most welcoming local golf tours in the country.



From five-hole playoffs in near-freezing temperatures to packed leaderboards and sold-out amateur golf tournaments, this episode highlights the competitive edge and strong golf community that defines the tour.



Episode Highlights




• Surviving the Elements - Jason Harris recounts winning a D-Flight playoff in 30-degree temperatures with 40-mph winds in North Florida. Competitive golf does not stop for weather.


• Playoffs at Every Level - From Champ Flight to D Flight, the competitive fire burns just as hot. This is what real amateur golf competition looks like.


• Milwaukee Welcomes Keith Cowan - A military veteran and passionate golfer, Keith steps in as the new Tour Director with big plans for growth, inclusion, and community engagement.


• Course Talk & Insider Picks - Palencia earns high praise in Florida, while TPC Wisconsin headlines the Milwaukee schedule with limited spots and major demand.


• Tour Momentum Is Real - Membership numbers are climbing, tournaments are filling fast, and regional events like Orlando and Myrtle Beach are already on players’ radar.




Why This Episode Matters



This is not just a golf podcast for everyday golfers, it’s a behind-the-scenes look at why competitive golf events thrive when the focus is equal parts competition and camaraderie. Whether you’re chasing points, a National Championship berth, or simply great competition with great people, the Golfweek Amateur Tour delivers.





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