Maine Golf Talk
By Maine Golf Talk
It's not just trapping lobsters and fighting moose in Maine. Henry Fall and Zach Zondlo talk about what makes Maine golf so special, and share their experiences as both players and coaches. They also branch out to discuss hot topics in the game and chat with special guests to hear their stories, all to keep you in the know, and help you improve your game! FB/IG/Twitter: @mainegolftalk
Maine Golf TalkMay 19, 2021
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Reese McFarlane- New England Amatuer
Henry goes solo for the latest episode of Maine Golf Talk with Reese McFarlane. They discuss Reese's victory at the New England Amateur at Portland Country Club, skiing and teeing, playing golf left-handed and how to crush backflips.
May 19, 202141:22
Kirk Kimball - Head Golf Professional at Webhannet Golf Club
We sit down with Kirk Kimball to talk about his time as the head professional at Webhannet Golf Club. In this episode, we discuss growing up at Piscataquis Country Club, working for Bob Dugas, his respect for Eric Higgins, and the junior caddie program at the Web.
May 05, 202130:10
2021 Masters Preview
It has been a year of Maine Golf Talk and to celebrate we sat down to preview the season's first major. We looked back at last week's excitement, discussed the start to golf in Maine, and made our picks to win.
Criteria
2 Picks 1-10
1 Pick 11-30
1 Pick 31-50
1 Pick 50+
Apr 07, 202123:23
Brandon Wohl - Mainely BW Putters
Henry sits down with Brandon Wohl of Mainely BW Putters, to talk about his hobby of creating ball markers, divot tools and refinishing putters. They also discuss playing in the MSGA Maine Am and NEPGA State of Maine, eagling the 12th at Sugarloaf and Brandon's favorite ball marker.
If you are interested in a Mainely BW ball marker check out Brandon's Instagram here!
Mar 10, 202125:57
Tony Decker - Head Professional at Purpoodock Club & 2017 NEPGA Golf Professional of the Year
In the 52nd episode of Maine Golf Talk we sat down with Purpoodock Head Professional, Tony Decker. We talked about how he got into the game and his journey to becoming the head professional and 2017 NEPGA Golf Professional of the Year. Other topics discussed, include: Operation 36, junior golf, Masters, and joining Arnie's Army.
Feb 03, 202145:45
Robert Searle - Head Superintendent at the Abenakee Club
Henry sat down with Robert Searle, Head Superintendent at the Abenakee Club, to discuss Abenakee's long history. They talked about Robert's rise as a superintendent and his contributions to the Maine Golf Course Superintendents Association. You will also get to hear about his experience at the 2015 US Open at Chambers Bay.
Jan 27, 202149:17
Mike Napoleon - SuperSpeed Golf Co-Founder
To celebrate our 50th episode of Maine Golf Talk we sat down with SuperSpeed Golf Co-Founder, Mike Napolean, to give you insights on how to increase your swing speed. From Tour pros to amateurs, Mike explained how everyone can benefit from SuperSpeed...
Jan 20, 202144:03
Jordan Yanni - FN3P & Virtual Golf Club of Brunswick Co-Founder
In our 49th episode, we sit down with Jordan Yanni to discuss his contributions to golf in Maine including his venture with Virtual Golf Club of Brunswick and FN3P. We talked about how he and a partner opened VGCB, how FN3P came about, and memorable...
Jan 06, 202139:16
John Weir - Founder of Mental Golf Type and Korn Ferry Tour Caddie
In our 48th episode, we sit down with John Weir to discuss the mental side of golf. We talked with John about how he got started as a mental golf coach, caddying for Austen Truslow, hypnosis, and ways you can improve your mental approach. John is the...
Dec 30, 202044:36
Evan Schiller - World Renowned Golf Course Photographer
We sit down with world renowned golf course photographer, Evan Schiller for our 47th episode of Maine Golf Talk. We talked with Evan about how he got into photography, his tips for better golf photos, his time at Sugarloaf, and a few of his other...
Dec 14, 202035:09
Seth Wescott - 2x Snowboard Cross Olympic Gold Medalist and Avid Maine Golfer
In our 46th episode we sit down with 2x Gold medalist, Seth Wescott. We talk about growing up in Maine, running into Lee Westwood at the pub, Davis Love III's love of snowboarding, fans mistaking Erik McClure for Miguel Angel Jimenez, and so much more....
Dec 07, 202050:48
Dr. William "Billy" Colasante - Owner of Colasante Chiropractic LLC in Lewiston, ME
In our 45th episode, Henry chats with Dr. William "Billy" Colasante, owner and founder of Colasante Chiropractic LLC in Lewiston, Maine. Topics discussed, include: trigger point release, Scoobie, TPI, adjustments and mis-alignments, and other Maine...
Nov 18, 202030:24
Austen Truslow - Recapping his Korn Ferry Tour Season
We are joined again by Austen Truslow for the 44th episode of Maine Golf Talk. In his previous episode we talked about his expectations for the upcoming season, and now we look back. We also discuss his focus his plans moving forward, and what juniors...
Nov 11, 202052:34
Masters Preview & Picks with LPGA Tour Player, Dana Finkelstein
It is finally here! After 578 days we will finally get to watch Tiger Woods defend the green jacket at The Masters. In honor of College Gameday hosting at the hallowed grounds we decided to bring in a special guest picker, Dana Finkelstein. PICK 'EM...
Nov 09, 202034:48
Bailey Plourde - 2018 Maine Women's Amateur Champion
In the 42nd episode of Maine Golf Talk we head down to Centre College in Kentucky to talk with Bailey Plourde. Bailey won the Maine Women's Amateur in 2018 at Rockland Golf Club and has a decorated career in the college ranks. We talk with Bailey about...
Nov 04, 202027:08
Alex "Plumdog" Plummer - Head Professional at Goose River Golf Course
In the 42nd episode of Maine Golf Talk with sit down with the head professional of Goose River Golf Course, Alex Plummer. We talk about the Plumdog Millionaire's time as head professional, his love of 9 hole courses, experience caddying for Cole...
Oct 30, 202032:36
Joe Orbaczewski - Pure Drive Physio and Performance aka TPI Joe
In our 40th episode of Maine Golf Talk we sit down with the Founder of Pure Drive Physio Joe Orbaczewski. We talk about TPI (Titleist Performance Institute) and how fitness can help transform your golf game. TPI Joe is based out of Portland and will...
Oct 23, 202039:14
Mike Higgins - Executive Director of the New England PGA
After a little break we dive into the archives with an episode recorded earlier in the summer with Mike Higgins, Executive Director of the New England PGA. Henry and Mike discuss the challenges of COVID-19 and look ahead to what became a great golf...
Oct 20, 202042:04
U.S. Open Preview & Picks
We found some time in our crazy schedules to preview the upcoming U.S. Open at Winged Foot. For our thirty-episode of Maine Golf Talk, we made our picks using the world golf rankings and the criteria below. We want to hear yours!- 2 from inside the top...
Sep 16, 202035:31
Eric and Gavin Dugas - The Dugas Family Continued
The gauntlet was thrown down last week by pops so Eric and Gavin Dugas stopped by to talk about the family rivalry. Both highly decorated junior golfers in the state of Maine, we sit down to talk about what it was like growing up in a golfing family and...
Sep 05, 202033:40
Mike Dugas - Owner of JW Parks Golf Course and Head Golf Coach at Husson University
After a short break, Zach and Henry are joined by Mike Dugas for the thirty-sixth episode of Maine Golf Talk. Topics discussed, include: owning JW Parks, his time coaching Husson University, learning from his dad, family rivalries and your typical Maine...
Aug 29, 202036:42
Zack Sweet - Head Professional at Cape Cod National
Henry sits down with Zack Sweet in Maine Golf Talk's thirty-fifth episode. They talk about sibling rivalry, career in the PGA, and his time at Cape Cod National.If you are looking to shoot lower scores go check out Arccos Golf. Users drop an average of...
Aug 10, 202026:20
PGA Championship Preview and Pick'em
We sit down for episode thirty-four of Maine Golf Talk to preview the first major of the year, the PGA Championship. We pick 5 players: 2 inside world top 10, 1 from 11-30, 1 from 31-50, and 1 from 51 and on. We want to hear your picks so let us know on...
Aug 06, 202028:14
Ruby Haylock - 2020 Maine Women's Amateur Champion
In the thirty-third episode of Maine Golf Talk we sat down with the 2020 Maine Women's Amateur Champion Ruby Haylock. We talk about her incredible chip-in to win, her team's state title at Leavitt High School, and her favorite school subject.If you are...
Aug 01, 202032:13
State of Maine Recap, Women's Am, 3M Open, Austen Truslow
Henry and Zach sit down for Maine Golf Talk's thirty-second episode to recap what's going on in Maine. From Jeff Seavey winning the State of Maine to Ruby Haylock's incredible play at the Women's Am, it was an exciting week in Maine Golf!One of the ways...
Jul 28, 202023:18
Kristin & Will Kannegieser - 2x Maine Women's Am Champ and son, 2018 U.S. Amateur Competitor
We chat with one of the great Maine golf families, the Kannegieser's. Topics discussed, include: Pebble Beach and Pebble of the East, junior golf, the Ephs, and of course the Dale.
Jul 23, 202034:52
Maine Am Recap, PGA Tour, Bryson, Austen Truslow, State of Maine
In our thirtieth episode of Maine Golf Talk, we sit down and discuss everything that is happening in the golf world. From Cole Anderson defending the Maine Amateur to Austen Truslow's performance on the KFT we discuss it all. Other topics discussed,...
Jul 13, 202031:38
Bryce Roberts - Former Head Professional at Biddeford-Saco, Purpoodock, Prout's Neck, and Cape Arundel
In the Twenty-Ninth episode of Maine Golf Talk, we sat down with Bryce Roberts to discuss his decorated career in Southern Maine. Topics discussed include: getting into the game, junior golf, developing golf professionals, favorite memories at each of...
Jul 12, 202035:06
Cory Lewis - His Quest to Play 2000 Courses
Henry sat down with Cory Lewis on Maine Golf Talk's twenty-eighth episode. Cory is on a mission to play 2000 courses. He has currently played 1772 courses in 48 states.
Jul 06, 202036:41
Jordan Laplume - 2019 Maine Women's Amateur Champion, Merrimack College
Henry chatted with Jordan Laplume for Maine Golf Talk's twenty-seventh episode. They discussed Jordan's time at Merrimack, her win at the 2019 Maine Women's Amateur, playing at Dunegrass, and your typical Maine ramblings.If you are looking to shoot...
Jun 29, 202027:03
PGA Tour Restart, Boothbay Harbor Pro-Pro Recap, Webb Simpson & Daniel Berger
In the twenty-sixth episode of Maine Golf Talk, we discuss the PGA Tour restart and recap our NEPGA Pro-Pro experience at Boothbay Harbor Country Club. Other topics discussed, include: Daniel Berger's run, Nick Watney, and Bryson's increased driving...
Jun 23, 202023:40
LeAnna Wicks Tapp - PING Sales Representative (New England), LPGA Tour
In our twenty-fifth episode of Maine Golf Talk, we sat down with LeAnna Wicks Tapp to discuss her time representing PING. Other topics discussed, include her experience playing collegiality at the University of Michigan and professionally on the LPGA...
Jun 19, 202035:10
Casey Cox - Director of Instruction at Woodlands & Co-Founder of Sports Science Solutions
In our twenty-fourth episode of Maine Golf Talk, we talked with Casey Cox about his work with Sports Science Solutions. Other topics discussed, include: spending time with family, how he got into teaching, and his time at Woodlands Country Club. If you...
Jun 11, 202032:07
Stephen Leitch - Aroostook Valley Country Club Head Pro & General Manager
In our twenty-third episode of Maine Golf Talk, we spoke with Stephen Leitch about his time at AVCC. Other topics discussed, include: the history of AVCC, the infamous St. John Valley Open, and Tent City, is a passport needed to play, growing up in...
Jun 08, 202030:55
Paul Piveronas - Director of Instruction at The Woodlands Club, 2003 NEPGA Maine Chapter Teacher of the Year
In our twenty-second episode of Maine Golf Talk we spoke with Paul Piveronas to discuss his coaching and playing career. Other topics discussed, include: Caleb's 59, learning from Leadbetter, practicing with Nick Price, and his teaching philosophy. If...
Jun 03, 202025:45
Caleb Manuel and Will Kavanaugh - Mr. 59 and a Playing Partner's Perspective, 2x Class A HS State Champions
In the twenty-first episode of Maine Golf Talk, we sat down with Caleb Manuel and Will Kavanaugh to discuss Caleb's historic 59 at Brunswick Golf Club. Other topics discussed, include: growing up at Brunswick, how Caleb got into the game, Will's focus,...
May 31, 202031:57
Seth Sweet - 2012 Maine Amateur Champion, Old Dominion University
In the twentieth episode of Maine Golf Talk, Henry chats with Maine-native, Seth Sweet to catch up on his life in South Carolina as an Assistant Golf Professional at Secession Golf Club. Other topics discussed, include: good ole junior days, rising tour...
May 27, 202039:29
The Match 2.0 Recap - Tiger, Phil, Peyton, & TB12
In the nineteenth episode of Maine Golf Talk, we shared our thoughts on the Match 2.0 featuring Tiger Woods/Peyton Manning vs. Phil Mickelson/Tom Brady. Other topics discussed, include: Match 3.0 participants, Seminole vs Medalist, and Maine Golf...
May 25, 202018:33
Ken Raynor - Former Head Golf Professional at Cape Arundel
In our eighteenth episode of Maine Golf Talk, we chatted with Ken Raynor to discuss his many memorable years at Cape Arundel. Other topics discussed, include: his relationship with President George H.W. Bush, his book "I Call Him Mr. President", and...
May 20, 202034:24
Drew Powell - Duke University Golf Team, 2014 Class A High School Champion
In our seventeenth episode of Maine Golf Talk, we sat down with Drew Powell to discuss growing up in Maine and how he ended up playing golf at Duke University. Other topics discussed, include: playing MSGA events, working with Scott Hamilton, AJGA...
May 16, 202023:16
Best in Maine Bracket Recap, Vijay Singh, Upcoming Charity Matches
In our sixteenth episode of Maine Golf Talk, we recap the results of our Best in Maine bracket and discuss the current events in golf. Other topics discussed, include: Vijay Singh controversy, charity golf matches, Gary Player's remarks on Jordan...
May 10, 202030:47
Paul Tesori - PGA Tour Caddie (Webb Simpson), Tesori Family Foundation
In our fifteenth episode of Maine Golf Talk we chatted with Paul Tesori to talk about the Tesori Family Foundation and his experience caddying on tour, formerly with Vijay Singh and currently with Webb Simpson. From last year's Presidents Cup pairing...
May 07, 202057:33
Brad Booth - Golf Course Designer (The Ledges, Spring Meadows)
In our fourteenth episode of Maine Golf Talk we sat down with golf course designer, Brad Booth, to discuss his design work in Maine. Other topics discussed, include: his first design (The Ledges), his love of short par 4's, renovations throughout Maine,...
May 02, 202047:11
Brian Bickford - Executive Director of the MSGA, 2016 Maine Golf Hall of Fame Inductee
In our thirteenth episode of Maine Golf Talk we sat down with Brian Bickford, current Executive Director of the MSGA, to discuss the re-opening of golf in Maine and the guidelines laid out in Phase 1 by the State in response to COVID-19. Other topics...
Apr 30, 202058:25
Clive Clark - English Professional Golfer and Golf Course Designer
In our twelfth episode of Maine Golf Talk we sit down with English professional golfer turned golf course designer, Clive Clark. Clive shares his experiences in the 1967 Open Championship and his design work on Belgrade Lakes. Other topics discussed,...
Apr 27, 202052:23
The Maine 18 and Golf Course Design
In our eleventh episode of Maine Golf Talk, we discuss golf course design in Maine and build our own composite courses, a culmination of our favorite 18 holes (by hole number) in the state. Other topics discussed, include: cancellation of the Live +...
Apr 24, 202041:51
Andrew Lano II - PGA Tour Caddie for 25 Years
In our tenth episode of Maine Golf Talk, we sit down with Andrew Lano II to discuss growing up in Maine and his time caddying on the PGA Tour. Other topics discussed, include: the Lano Family Foundation, Course Mastery, favorite tour stop, the loudest...
Apr 20, 202001:00:33
Mike Bender - #3 on Golf Digest's List of Best Golf Teachers in America
In our eighth episode of Maine Golf Talk, we sit down with Mike Bender (@mikebendergolf) to discuss vacationing in Maine and his path to being one of the best golf instructors in the country. Other topics discussed, include: his relationship with Austen...
Apr 18, 202001:15:58
Ben Pellicani - Golf Digest Best Young Teacher in America
In our seventh episode of Maine Golf Talk, we sit down with Ben Pellicani (@Pelligolf) to discuss growing up in Maine and his time teaching some of the best juniors in the country. Other topics discussed, include: the legend Keenan Flanagan, the...
Apr 16, 202046:47
Emily Bouchard - 3x Maine Women's Amateur Champion
Henry chats with Emily about her Maine roots and getting started in golf. Other topics of discussion, include: finding the zone at Penoby, going head-to-head in college with Henry, Maine women's golf, Mardi Gras, and Biddeford-Saco CC.
Apr 14, 202038:48