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The Hole Story - Golf Podcast

BestBall
Golf
Rory Mcilroy
Landmand
Scottie Scheffler
The Masters
Ryder Cup
Bestball
Pinehurst No. 2
Augusta National
Pinehurst
St. Andrews
Golf Course Design
Sand Valley
US Open
Art
Golf Courses
U.S. Open
PGA Championship
Arccos
Tiger Woods

Golf Stories from the People, Courses, Businesses, & Brands that make this game great!The Hole Story Podcast takes you deeper into the world of golf through the art of storytelling. Grab your clubs and tune in as the guys from BestBall and their weekly guests take you on a journey through the rich and fascinating stories of golf...one hole at a time.linktr.ee/BestBall

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Recent Guests

Matt Lemman
Founder/leader at Jones Sporting Co and Forrester's
Jones Sporting Co / Forrester's
Episode: The Story of Jones Sports Co & Forrester's with Matt Lemman
Jeff Warne
Golf instructor, director of golf at The Bridge, founder of New Holland Golf Club
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Episode: The Story of New Holland Golf Club with Jeff Warne
Tim Jackson
Golf course designer, JacksonKahn Design
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Episode: [REPLAY] - The Story of Jackson Kahn Golf Course Design with Tim Jackson and David Kahn
David Kahn
Golf course designer, JacksonKahn Design
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Episode: [REPLAY] - The Story of Jackson Kahn Golf Course Design with Tim Jackson and David Kahn
Robbie Wooten
Mastermind and creative behind Golf Creative Co.
Golf Creative Co.
Episode: The Story of Golf Creative Co. with Robbie Wooten
Troy Miller
Golf course architect who redesigned Charleston Municipal (Muni)
Southworth (architecture work)
Episode: The Story of Miller Golf Design with Troy Miller
Billy Richards
Carolina Pines Golf photographer and drone operator
Carolina Pines Golf
Episode: The Story of Carolina Pines Golf with Billy Richards
Brian Ross
Golf course architect at Ross Golf Design
Ross Golf Design
Episode: The Story of Ross Golf Design with Brian Ross
Don Hunter
CEO of Haig Point
Haig Point
Episode: The Story of Haig Point with Don Hunter

Hosts

Robbie
Host of The Hole Story Podcast; affiliated with BestBall; long-running presence across episodes
Jonathan Hulecki
Co-host with a recurring role across episodes; prominent voice in interviewing guests and steering conversations

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 37 ratings
  • Great golf stories from all over the world!

    A great podcast that has something for every golfer! Each episode has unique, fun, and interesting golf stories told by people from all over the world! Whether you are a once a year golfer tearing up the local municipal course, or a lifelong member at an exclusive country club, this podcast is for you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BeePee96
    United States2 years ago
  • Great golf stories!

    They have great stories of all aspects of golf and it’s very fun listening to them talk about golf.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Archie Woodard
    United States2 years ago
  • Great stories!

    This is a really fun podcast to listen to on my commute. I’ve enjoyed the stories!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    E R Woodard
    United States2 years ago
  • Great Golf Stories!

    If you appreciate great golf stories from people all over the world who love the game, then you will really enjoy The Hole Story Podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WoodardUSC
    United States3 years ago
  • Love the stories!!

    These guys are all about the Best parts of golf. Telling stories about hanging out on the course, having great conversation with friends, and reminiscing over that one Awesome shot that motivates you to keep going back to the course. I love it!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Angabe17
    United States3 years ago

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Engaging golf stories from around the world with approachable hosts and guests.
Listeners praise the community feel and ease of listening during commutes.
The show blends golf culture with practical takeaways for brands and players.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#95
United States/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#188
United Kingdom/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#245
Canada/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#91
New Zealand/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#114
South Africa/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#187
Ireland/Sports/Golf

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Story of Jones Sports Co & Forrester's with Matt Lemman
Q: What has been the most rewarding part of building Jones and Forrester's?
Seeing former employees grow within the company and building a family-like culture that keeps the team motivated and connected to the brand mission.
The Story of Jones Sports Co & Forrester's with Matt Lemman
Q: What's the key to maintaining heritage while expanding product lines?
The focus is on staying true to recognizable bag characteristics, in-house embroidery, and careful expansion into lifestyle products that complement the core bag business.
The Story of Jones Sports Co & Forrester's with Matt Lemman
Q: How did you transition from playing golf to running a golf bag and apparel company?
Matt explains a path from working in a family electrical distributor to purchasing Jones and Forrester's with his brother and father, leveraging heritage and hands-on embroidery know-how to grow the business.
The Story of Carolina Pines Golf with Billy Richards
Q: So how did you get into golf? Did you grow up playing? When did that start for you?
Billy explains he wasn't a golfer growing up, instead playing other sports in upstate New York, and only discovered golf after moving to Raleigh and starting to play casually before the bug really took hold.
The Story of forelinksgolf with Tyler Nguyen
Q: How did you come up with the name Forelinks Golf?
The name Forelinks Golf was chosen to be pronounceable and clearly linked to the golf course and the links; it emphasizes products for the golf environment and signals a focus on the golfing experience.

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What is The Hole Story about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A show focused on golf culture, business, and storytelling through conversations with players, brands, and tech builders shaping the game. Episodes frequently center on how brands grow within golf using digital marketing, data-driven tech for practice and play, and the people behind golf startups, courses, and events. The tone blends personal anecdotes, industry insights, and practical tips for athletes, entrepreneurs, and enthusiasts, with a strong emphasis on community and experiences around the game. Notable strengths include a steady stream of founder/exec guests, a clear orientation toward actionable takeaways for brands and players, and a warm, story-driven approach that appeals to both casual fans and golf professionals.

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1. The Fried Egg Golf Podcast
2. Designing Golf
3. The Golfer's Journal Podcast
4. No Laying Up - Golf Podcast
5. The Shotgun Start

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Recent guests on The Hole Story include:

1. Matt Lemman
2. Jeff Warne
3. Tim Jackson
4. David Kahn
5. Robbie Wooten
6. Troy Miller
7. Billy Richards
8. Brian Ross

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