Steve Tees Off Podcast

Matt Daniel on the Truth About Chasing Pro Golf

April 28, 2026·1h 8m
Episode Description from the Publisher

What does it really take to chase professional golf — and what happens when the dream becomes harder than expected?In this episode of Steve Tees Off, Steven Malkowich sits down with Matt Daniel, a former professional golfer, 2002 TELUS Edmonton Open champion, BC Junior champion, seven-time college tournament winner, and founder of Matt Daniel Elite Golf Academy at Savage Creek.Matt shares his path from picking up a golf club as a kid to standing out in BC, turning pro, winning on the Canadian Tour, and learning the reality of life on the road. The conversation covers the pressure of missing cuts, the highs of winning, funny and unexpected course stories, and what decades in the game have taught him.Now coaching through PlayLikeAGolfPro.com, Matt also talks about helping golfers develop confidence, understand the game better, and improve without getting lost in technical overload.Recorded during Masters weekend, this episode also touches on Augusta, tournament storylines, and why Masters week still captures the imagination of golfers everywhere.A great listen for anyone who loves Canadian golf, BC golf stories, pro golf journeys, coaching, and the side of the game most fans never get to see.Brought to you by Riversidegolf.ca

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