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by Ryan Ballengee, Golf News Net
2 Off the 1st is a daily golf podcast hosted by Ryan Ballengee, delivering concise coverage of the most important golf news. The show covers the professional game—including the PGA Tour, LPGA, LIV, and Euro Tour—as well as topics relevant to the game played by everyday golfers.
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- 3 weeks ago30 min
266: A match-play Tour Championship; the Good Good-Callaway situation
On this episode, Ryan looks at the new-look PGA Tour Championship Series Finale, the two-week match-play Tour Championship and everything else from Brian Rolapp at the Tour Championship. Also, he spends a few minutes on the Good Good-Callaway ad controversy.
- Jul 28, 202624 min
265: Jackson Koivun has arrived; the PGA Tour Championship Series takes shape
On this episode, Ryan looks back on Jackson Koivun's first PGA Tour win at the 3M Open and what he did so well to beat Scottie Scheffler and the field in Minnesota. Also, the PGA Tour's Championship Series is taking shape, announcing an expected event to remain at the top level and a new tournament coming in 2028.
- Jun 24, 202630 min
264: Why do people hate Wyndham Clark, and how the new PGA Tour schedule will work
On this episode of 2 Off the 1st, Ryan Ballengee looks into the reasons why people seem to hate Wyndham Clark, what might be justified, what might be noise and what happens from here. Then, Ryan offers an in-depth explanation of the new PGA Tour schedule, the Championship and Challenger tracks, what it means for the Korn Ferry Tour and DP World Tour, the unanswered questions and much more.Join Golf News Net today with our new special: https://thegolfnewsnet.com/gnn-membership-special/Subscribe to Golf News Net for the latest golf news and rumors, with analysis of all of the biggest stories from the PGA Tour, LIV Golf, LPGA Tour, Korn Ferry Tour and more.FOLLOW RYANX: https://twitter.com/ryanballengeeFacebook: https://facebook.com/ryanballengeegolfInsta: https://instagram.com/ryanballengeegolfFOLLOW USGolf News Net: https://thegolfnewsnet.comX: https://twitter.com/golfnewsnetFacebook: https://facebook.com/golfnewsnetInsta: https://instagram.com/golfnewsnet
- Jun 16, 202626 min
263: Who will win the 2026 US Open, and Rory questions the new PGA Tour schedule
On this special US Open preview edition of the show, Ryan looks at Shinnecock Hills, talks about who should do well at the US Open and what to expect in terms of conditions and setup at the national championship. Rory McIlroy also openly questions the new-look PGA Tour schedule after the Canadian Open, wondering if the old way of doing things -- pre-LIV -- is the right way to go. Finally, kudos to Bud Cauley for his 1st PGA Tour win after a long path back.Join Golf News Net today with our new special: https://thegolfnewsnet.com/gnn-membership-special/Subscribe to Golf News Net for the latest golf news and rumors, with analysis of all of the biggest stories from the PGA Tour, LIV Golf, LPGA Tour, Korn Ferry Tour and more.FOLLOW RYANX: https://twitter.com/ryanballengeeFacebook: https://facebook.com/ryanballengeegolfInsta: https://instagram.com/ryanballengeegolfFOLLOW USGolf News Net: https://thegolfnewsnet.comX: https://twitter.com/golfnewsnetFacebook: https://facebook.com/golfnewsnetInsta: https://instagram.com/golfnewsnet
- Jun 2, 202625 min
262: US Women's Open at Riviera, Scottie Scheffler seeks a 3-peat
On this Tuesday episode, Ryan Ballengee looks ahead to the US Women’s Open at Riviera in Los Angeles, as well as how women’s golf can capitalize on their momentum. Scottie Scheffler is looking for a rare three-peat at Jack’s place, too, as he gets ready to try to complete the career Grand Slam at Shinnecock.Join Golf News Net today with our new special: https://thegolfnewsnet.com/gnn-membership-special/Subscribe to Golf News Net for the latest golf news and rumors, with analysis of all of the biggest stories from the PGA Tour, LIV Golf, LPGA Tour, Korn Ferry Tour and more.FOLLOW RYANX: https://twitter.com/ryanballengeeFacebook: https://facebook.com/ryanballengeegolfInsta: https://instagram.com/ryanballengeegolfFOLLOW USGolf News Net: https://thegolfnewsnet.comX: https://twitter.com/golfnewsnetFacebook: https://facebook.com/golfnewsnetInsta: https://instagram.com/golfnewsnet
- May 26, 202626 min
261: Lighting $25 million on fire at TPC Craig Ranch, PGA Tour schedule snafu
On this week's show, Ryan looks back at The CJ Cup Byron Nelson, where Wyndham Clark won with a closing 60 to win on 30-under total. Did one stroke warrant a $25 million renovation? Also, the PGA Tour faces a future scheduling snafu for stars who want to play events that would be in the new B-tier, creating an anchor-store problem on Tour. Finally, Don Rea has been removed as PGA of America President.Subscribe to my channel for golf equipment news and reviews of drivers, irons, putters, shoes, bags and more. I share my adventures playing golf and my chase to get better at this game. I love sharing what I've learned to make the game easier for you, too. My day job is running Golf News Net ( @golfnewsnet1 ), our Golf News Net FAST TV channel, sharing golf news on my website, our 24/7 GNN Radio and social channels.FOLLOW MEGolf News Net: https://thegolfnewsnet.comX: https://twitter.com/ryanballengeeFacebook: https://facebook.com/ryanballengeegolfInsta: https://instagram.com/ryanballengeegolf
- May 18, 202625 min
260: PGA Championship recap: Aaron Rai wins as Aronimink holds up
On this Monday's episode, Ryan Ballengee recaps the 2026 PGA Championship. Aaron Rai shoots the round of his life to win the Wanamaker by three shots, while Aronimink holds up well thanks to a smart PGA of America setup. Also, Ryan recaps playing in the LPGA pro-am in Cincinnati.Subscribe to my channel for golf equipment news and reviews of drivers, irons, putters, shoes, bags and more. I share my adventures playing golf and my chase to get better at this game. I love sharing what I've learned to make the game easier for you, too. My day job is running Golf News Net ( @golfnewsnet1 ), our Golf News Net FAST TV channel, sharing golf news on my website, our 24/7 GNN Radio and social channels.FOLLOW MEGolf News Net: https://thegolfnewsnet.comX: https://twitter.com/ryanballengeeFacebook: https://facebook.com/ryanballengeegolfInsta: https://instagram.com/ryanballengeegolf
- May 8, 202626 min
259: I went to LIV Golf Virginia...and Rory sets Signature reality
On this episode, Ryan Ballengee recaps his experience at Day 1 of LIV Golf Virginia, setting the scene as turmoil engulfs the once-Saudi-backed tour. What is it like attending an event? How many people showed up? Were the players and staff panicked? Then, Rory McIlroy talks about the reality of some players skipping some Signature events, and the PGA Championship field is set.Subscribe to my channel for golf equipment news and reviews of drivers, irons, putters, shoes, bags and more. I share my adventures playing golf and my chase to get better at this game. I love sharing what I've learned to make the game easier for you, too. My day job is running Golf News Net ( @golfnewsnet1 ), our Golf News Net FAST TV channel, sharing golf news on my website, our 24/7 GNN Radio and social channels.FOLLOW MEGolf News Net: https://thegolfnewsnet.comX: https://twitter.com/ryanballengeeFacebook: https://facebook.com/ryanballengeegolfInsta: https://instagram.com/ryanballengeegolf
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2 Off the 1st is a daily golf podcast hosted by Ryan Ballengee, delivering concise coverage of the most important golf news. The show covers the professional game—including the PGA Tour, LPGA, LIV, and Euro Tour—as well as topics relevant to the game played by everyday golfers.
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