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USGA Green Section Podcast

United States Golf Association
Golf Course Management
Bermuda Grass
Golf Course Maintenance
USGA
Turf Management
Poa Annua
US Open
Artificial Intelligence
Zoysia Grass
Technology In Turf Management
Mentorship
Recruitment Strategies
Pinehurst No. 2
Autonomous Mowers
Retirement Of Baby Boomers
Nontraditional Educational Pathways
Work-Life Balance For Superintendents
Turf GVX
Organic Matter
USGA Green Section

The Green Section Podcast spotlights leaders in the turfgrass industry to share their knowledge, expertise and best practices.

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Latest Episodes

With the 2026 U.S. Open just a few weeks away, Shinnecock Hills superintendent Jon Jennings joins our podcast to talk about maintaining one of the most iconic venues in golf. From managing Poa annua greens in a windy environment to the vast native ar... more

Our new podcast features a conversation with Hazeltine National superintendent Chris Tritabaugh, who joins us to discuss how his approach to golf course maintenance has evolved over time – including his approach to organic matter testing, sand topdre... more

In our latest podcast, Kenton Brunson, director of agronomy at the legendary Mid Ocean Club, joins us to talk about managing bermudagrass in Bermuda and the challenges that come with maintaining a golf course on a small island in the Atlantic. We als... more

Preparing grass playing surfaces for the 2026 FIFA World Cup has taken years of planning, research and coordination across multiple countries and venues. In our latest podcast, we chat with Dr. John Sorochan from the University of Tennessee about all... more

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Recent Guests

Jon Jennings
Golf Course Superintendent at Shinnecock Hills
Shinnecock Hills Golf Club
Episode: Caring for a Classic: Superintendent Jon Jennings on Maintaining Shinnecock Hills | EP. 70
Kenton Brunson
Director of Agronomy at Mid Ocean Club
Mid Ocean Club
Episode: Mid Ocean Club's Kenton Brunson on Managing Bermudagrass in Bermuda, Planning Renovations, and More! | EP. 68
Dr. John Sorochan
Professor at the University of Tennessee and leader of the 2026 FIFA World Cup Pitch Management Research Team
University of Tennessee
Episode: Creating the Perfect Pitch for the 2026 FIFA World Cup With Dr. John Sorochan | EP. 67
John Reilly
Director of Agronomy at Longboat Key Club
Longboat Key Club
Episode: Talking Turf With John Reilly, Director of Agronomy at Longboat Key Club | EP. 66
Dr. Mike Richardson
Turf professor and researcher at the University of Arkansas
University of Arkansas
Episode: Preventing Winter Injury on Warm-Season Turf With Dr. Mike Richardson | EP. 65
Dr. Roch Gaussoin
Leading voice in Golf Turf Management and Professor at University of Nebraska-Lincoln
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Episode: AI for Superintendents with Dr. Roch Gaussoin | EP. 59
Chris Tritabaugh
Superintendent at Hazeltine National Golf Club
Hazeltine National Golf Club
Episode: Chris Tritabaugh on Using "Turf GvX" for Better Putting Green Management | EP. 57
Tanner Coffman
Director of Turf Management at TGL
TGL
Episode: Turf Meets Tech With Tanner Coffman, Director of Turf Management at TGL | EP. 55
Dr. Micah Woods
Director at Asian Turfgrass Center and Pace Turf
Asian Turfgrass Center, Pace Turf
Episode: Hot Takes On Turf With Dr. Micah Woods | EP. 54

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John Petrovsky
Host and education manager in The Green Section; multiple entries indicate leadership in turf education and program development.

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Caring for a Classic: Superintendent Jon Jennings on Maintaining Shinnecock Hills | EP. 70
Q: What stands out about the team and your retirement plans?
The most fulfilling part is watching assistants grow into leadership roles during the championship, with a straight-line management structure and talented staff; retirement will involve moving back closer to family in upstate New York and pursuing outdoor activities while staying connected to the industry.
Caring for a Classic: Superintendent Jon Jennings on Maintaining Shinnecock Hills | EP. 70
Q: What changes were made to the course since the last US Open in 2018?
The major change was narrowing the fairways for more rough and challenge, then returning to the previous width; overall, the course is allowed to be itself without contrivances for the championship, preserving Shinnecock's character.
Caring for a Classic: Superintendent Jon Jennings on Maintaining Shinnecock Hills | EP. 70
Q: Could you talk about your overall approach to managing Poa Annua greens and your priorities leading up to the US Open?
The approach centers on understanding the climate and wind, water management, and keeping the turf hydrated but not over-watered, with emphasis on maintaining surface firmness for golf while preventing turf loss; it involves careful scheduling of hand-watering and strategic drying periods, especially on humid summer mornings.
Chris Tritabaugh on Managing What Matters | EP. 69
Q: Could you just give us a quick background story of Chris Tritabaugh and your role at Hazeltine?
Chris describes his 14th season at Hazeltine, growing up in Minnesota, and his path to becoming superintendent, with emphasis on championship experience and leading turf operations at a top course.
Mid Ocean Club's Kenton Brunson on Managing Bermudagrass in Bermuda, Planning Renovations, and More! | EP. 68
Q: How has having a diverse staff influenced your leadership style and operations at Mid Ocean Club?
Managing nine countries on the team fostered patience, emotional intelligence, and social skills, making the leader more empathetic and better at guiding a multicultural workforce while maintaining high performance and development opportunities.

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What is USGA Green Section Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show spotlights leaders in turfgrass and golf course management, with a focus on practical agronomy, data-driven maintenance, and leadership culture within high-profile facilities. Episodes frequently cover seasonal turf challenges, water and soil management, grass varieties for different climates, and the operational realities behind major championships. A standout thread is the blend of hands-on field tactics with broader themes like technology adoption, workforce development, and long-term course stewardship. Listeners can expect actionable insights—from OM management and moisture control to winter injury prevention and AI-assisted turf practices—delivered by senior superintendents, turf scientists, and university researchers. The f... more

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1. Jon Jennings
2. Kenton Brunson
3. Dr. John Sorochan
4. John Reilly
5. Dr. Mike Richardson
6. Dr. Roch Gaussoin
7. Chris Tritabaugh
8. Tanner Coffman

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