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The Back of the Range

Ben Adelberg
Golf
College Golf
PGA Tour
Amateur Golf
Walker Cup
PGA Tour U
NCAA
Gasparilla Invitational
Women's Golf
Jones Cup Invitational
Augusta National Women's Amateur
Haskins Award
Monroe Invitational
University Of Texas
Ole Miss Men's Golf Team
The Back Of the Range
Kennesaw State University
Kiara Romero
Jay Sigel
Palmetto Amateur

The Back of the Range Golf Podcast, hosted by Ben Adelberg, is a weekly interview-driven podcast focusing on the game of golf. Prominent amateurs and professionals, coaches, and personalities from the game share their stories each and every week. Sometimes, the best stories in golf aren't found on tour. You'll find them at The Back of the Range.

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College golf is won long before the first tee shot - in the fundraising, the relationships, and the relentless behind-the-scenes grind that most fans never see. Toledo's Jeff Roope pulls back the curtain on how he turned vision into a nationally rele... more

GB&I’s Walker Cup win at Lahinch wasn’t just a trophy—it was a masterclass in team chemistry, preparation, and handling the biggest amateur stage in golf. Josh Hill stops by The Back of the Range to relive the wild celebration and the moments that t... more

In this episode, Armen walks through exactly how you take a program from 81st in the country to a top-two national finish in four years — the recruiting philosophy, the culture shifts, and the belief system he had to install before the results ever s... more

College golf is changing fast, and Shauna Taylor is one of the few people who’s lived its evolution from every angle - elite player, head coach, recruiter, mentor, and Hall of Famer. If you care about what actually builds winning programs, this conve... more

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Recent Guests

Jeff Roope
Toledo Men's Golf Coach
Toledo
Episode: Jeff Roope - Toledo Men's Golf Coach
Josh Hill
GB&I Walker Cup team member, Tennessee golfer
GB&I Walker Cup Team, University of Tennessee
Episode: Josh Hill - Walker Cup Legend
Armen Kirakossian
Head coach UCLA Bruins Men's Golf Team
UCLA Bruins Men's Golf
Episode: Armen Kirakossian - UCLA Men's Golf Coach
Shauna Taylor
Head coach, Arkansas Women's Golf
University of Arkansas
Episode: Shauna Taylor - Arkansas Women's Golf Coach
Jonathan Moore
Head coach, Oklahoma Men's Golf
University of Oklahoma
Episode: Jonathan Moore - Oklahoma Men's Golf Coach
Jim Anderson
Head Coach, Arizona Men's Golf
University of Arizona
Episode: Jim Anderson - Arizona Men's Golf Coach
Brendan von Doehren
Executive Director, PGA Tour U
PGA Tour U
Episode: Brendan von Doehren - Executive Director, PGA Tour U
Jerry Haas
Wake Forest Men's Golf Coach
Wake Forest University
Episode: Jerry Haas - Wake Forest Men's Golf Coach
Houston Moore
Coach, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley Golf
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Episode: Houston Moore - UTRGV Director of Golf

Host

Ben Adelberg
Host of The Back of the Range; leads interview-driven discussions with prominent amateurs, coaches, and golf personalities.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 278 ratings
  • Jay

    Great podcast with Jay. He will truly be missed.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tomc78!
    United Statesa year ago
  • Top Tier Podcast

    Huge fan of TBTR and look forward to it every week. Ben is a fantastic interviewer (and photographer) and does a great job showcasing the best of golf.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BCElliott
    United States4 years ago
  • Podcast Review

    Ben does an awesome job with this podcast. He is covering amateur golf in such a cool and unique way. Ben is cool guy to hang with as well. Thanks Ben for everything!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mid am golfer
    United States5 years ago
  • Pod

    The best pod ever. I listen every day, I love the story and memories shared by some of the best in the game!! Thank you for providing the content!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    echernow
    United States5 years ago
  • Fantastic Content - Highly Recommend

    The Back of the Range is a must for a golf junkie, like myself, on the morning drive to the office. So many great guests with cool stories surrounding the amateur game. Thumbs up, Ben!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Walkdawggg12
    United States5 years ago

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Audience praises storytelling and useful career insights in golf.
Ben's interviewing style is deep and engaging.
Guests bring fresh perspectives beyond tour coverage.

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#140
United States/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#130
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Apple Podcasts
#87
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Apple Podcasts
#192
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Apple Podcasts
#2
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Apple Podcasts
#13
Colombia/Sports/Golf

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Jeff Thomas - Liberty University Men's Golf Coach
Q: What are the biggest challenges in scheduling and how do you balance competitiveness with development?
The host and guest discuss aiming for strong tournaments, the 50-50 rule, and the value of exposing players to elite competition while maintaining postseason opportunities.
Jeff Thomas - Liberty University Men's Golf Coach
Q: How does Liberty's faith-based environment influence player retention and the transfer portal dynamics?
He suggests that while faith is a factor, the core recruiting rules remain—build alignment with the university and the program, and address NIL and fundraising to support athletes.
Jeff Thomas - Liberty University Men's Golf Coach
Q: What is your process for recruiting a new assistant, and how does that impact the program's trajectory?
The coach explains bringing in an experienced head coach from another program, leveraging previous connections and fits with the team culture, and emphasizing how an improved coaching staff can accelerate development and recruitment.
Houston Moore - UTRGV Director of Golf
Q: You mentioned the transfer portal and your own experiences with moving between programs. How has that shaped the way you evaluate potential transfers for your team?
Moore explains that he looks for players who are in the portal for the right reasons, avoids those who trash their previous programs, and prioritizes recruits who genuinely want to be at UT Rio Grande Valley and contribute to a positive culture.
Jim Anderson - Arizona Men's Golf Coach
Q: What are the hardest parts of the job as a Division I men's golf coach?
Saying no to people who want time and attention from the coach, and balancing delivering as much as possible with limits on what can realistically be done.

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The show centers on in-depth conversations with notable figures in and around amateur and collegiate golf, including coaches, players, and industry voices. Episodes highlight pathways through college golf, the amateur-to-pro transition, tournament dynamics, coaching approaches, and colorful behind-the-scenes anecdotes that illuminate the broader golf ecosystem. A standout trait is the host's ability to draw personal stories and practical insights from a diverse set of guests, making it appealing for listeners who love golf culture, development stories, and behind-the-scenes perspectives beyond tour coverage.

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Recent guests on The Back of the Range include:

1. Jeff Roope
2. Josh Hill
3. Armen Kirakossian
4. Shauna Taylor
5. Jonathan Moore
6. Jim Anderson
7. Brendan von Doehren
8. Jerry Haas

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