Today we are joined by Cincinnati head coach, Doug Martin. At one point, Doug was the Rank 1 junior player in the country, winning the 1984 US Junior. In college, he earned All American 3 times and was runner-up to Phil Michelson in the 1989 NCAA Championship. Now in his 15th year at Cincinnati, Doug describes the positive impact moving to the Big 12 has on his program. Thank you for joining the podcast Doug! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Facebo...
Apr 29, 2024•54 min
We are joined by Blaine Woodruff, University of Tennesse at Chattanooga golf coach. Blaine is a great example of a prominent new coach with 6 victories in his second year at Chattanooga. Blaine was previously the Associate Head Coach at Pepperdine and an Assistiant Coach at Wisconsin. Thank you for joining the podcast Blaine! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook —> @BetterThanIFoundItPodcast Associated social media accounts: Coach McGraw - ...
Apr 22, 2024•1 hr 3 min
Joining us today is Jake Harrington, a first-year University of New Mexico coach, who led his team to two victories and three runner-ups. Previously at Little Rock and South Mountain, Jake has a history of success. Thank you for joining the podcast Jake! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook —> @BetterThanIFoundItPodcast Associated social media accounts: Coach McGraw - @BearCoachMcGraw Baylor Men’s Golf - @BaylorMGolf Edited by Chris Berry M...
Apr 15, 2024•47 min
Today's guest is Northwestern Coach Pat Goss. Pat's teams made it to seven Big 10 Championships and the post-season, regional, or national 42 of 46 years during his time at Northwestern as a coach and player. Pat is also recognized in Golf Magazine as the top 100 teachers in America and as the 2012 Illinois PGA Teacher of the Year. Pat has taught tour player Web Simson and world number 1, Luke Donald, throughout his career. Thank you for joining the podcast Pat! Subscribe to the podcast for futu...
Apr 08, 2024•1 hr 3 min
On today's episode, long-time University of Houston Coach Jonathan Dismuke joins the podcast. Starting golf at age 14, he won the Mississippi State Junior Championship and earned his spot as a player at Auburn. He worked at Texas A&M as an assistant coach working with TJ Higgins. Thank you for joining the podcast Jonathan and Happy Easter from Baylor Golf! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook —> @BetterThanIFoundItPodcast Associated soc...
Apr 01, 2024•1 hr 2 min
Ryan Cameron, the Golf Sports Information Director at Oklahoma State, joins the podcast today. In this backward episode, Ryan interviews Coach McGraw. Thank you for joining the podcast Ryan! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook —> @BetterThanIFoundItPodcast Associated social media accounts: Coach McGraw - @BearCoachMcGraw Baylor Men’s Golf - @BaylorMGolf Edited by Chris Berry Music: DriftMaster by Shane Ivers - https://www.silvermansound.co...
Mar 25, 2024•1 hr 15 min
Today, Coastal Carolina University golf coach, Jacob Wilner joins the podcast. Jacob is another example of someone returning to his alma mater to coach. Jacob was named 2021-22 Mountain West Conference Men's Golf Coach of the Year at the University of Nevada and then returned to Coastal Carolina University. Thank you for joining the podcast Jacob! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook —> @BetterThanIFoundItPodcast Associated social media acc...
Mar 18, 2024•49 min
Today we are joined by Logan Reese, the Emmanuel University head coach. Logan is uniquely positioned to be coaching some of his former teammates as he moves on from a player to a coach. As a young coach, Logan talks about some of the challenges he may face. Logan later goes on to talk about how his faith helps him overcome some obstacles. Thank you for joining the podcast Logan! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook —> @BetterThanIFoundItPod...
Mar 11, 2024•52 min
Today's guest is a former Oklahoma State golfer, Karsten Majors. Coach McGraw and Karsten reflect on their time together at Oklahoma State and his recruitment. Karsten has been working with College Golf Fellowship for eight years and talks about being a staff member. Thank you for joining the podcast Karsten! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook —> @BetterThanIFoundItPodcast Associated social media accounts: Coach McGraw - @BearCoachMcGraw ...
Mar 04, 2024•57 min
Joining us today, is Kansas University coach, Jamie Bermel. Coach McGraw and Jamie talk about Kansas' recent success and some significant players he has coached during his career. Jamie, who is in his 12th year at Kansas talks about his current team and some of his previous teams. Thank you for joining the podcast Jamie! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook —> @BetterThanIFoundItPodcast Associated social media accounts: Coach McGraw - @Bear...
Feb 26, 2024•57 min
Today's guest is Arizona State University's men's Golf Coach, Matt Thurmond. Coach McGraw mentions, "Success does leave clues," about Matt's coaching style. Now in his 8th year at Arizona State University, Matt tells how having fun in practice is always intentional. Thank you for joining the podcast Matt! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook —> @BetterThanIFoundItPodcast Associated social media accounts: Coach McGraw - @BearCoachMcGraw Bayl...
Feb 19, 2024•56 min
Joining us today is Kalen Anderson, the University of South Carolina Women's Coach. Her teams have won 24 tournaments, including 5 regional titles. She led her teams 12 times to the NCAA Championship and placed in the top 5 three times. She also played at Duke as an All-American her senior year. Thank you for joining the podcast Kalen! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook —> @BetterThanIFoundItPodcast Associated social media accounts: Coach...
Feb 12, 2024•44 min
On the podcast today is Scott Limbaugh, the Vanderbilt Head Coach. Someone from a humble beginning, Scott talks about his story of becoming an accomplished golf coach. Later on, the coaches talk about recruiting and ideas on team practices. Thank you for joining the podcast, Scott! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook —> @BetterThanIFoundItPodcast Associated social media accounts: Coach McGraw - @BearCoachMcGraw Baylor Men’s Golf - @BaylorM...
Feb 05, 2024•56 min
Joining us today is Justin Emil, Rice University Mens Golf Coach. Justin discusses his time before Rice including his time at Vanderbilt as an Assistant Coach. In 2014, Justin led Rice to the first Conference USA title in 75 years. Thank you for joining the podcast Justin! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook —> @BetterThanIFoundItPodcast Associated social media accounts: Coach McGraw - @BearCoachMcGraw Baylor Men’s Golf - @BaylorMGolf Edit...
Jan 29, 2024•1 hr 3 min
Today on Better Than I Found It, Luke Morgan joins the podcast. Luke, a Senior at Baylor, grew up playing many sports and led his high school to some championships while also winning the individual title. Luke talks with Coach about some of his toughest matchups and tells other stories from his time at Baylor. Thanks for joining the podcast Luke! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook —> @BetterThanIFoundItPodcast Associated social media acco...
Jan 22, 2024•39 min
Today Trey Bosco, a Baylor Senior from Austin, Texas, joins the podcast. Trey and Coach talk about how his recent golf is going, recruitment, and what playing on the team is like for him. Thank you for joining the podcast Trey! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook —> @BetterThanIFoundItPodcast Associated social media accounts: Coach McGraw - @BearCoachMcGraw Baylor Men’s Golf - @BaylorMGolf Edited by Chris Berry Music: DriftMaster by Shane ...
Jan 15, 2024•37 min
Joining us is Auburn Univerity's Women's Golf Coach, Melissa Luellen. The Daughter of a hall of golf coach, Melissa has coached at Tulsa University and won a championship at Arizona State. Thank you for joining the podcast Melissa! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook —> @BetterThanIFoundItPodcast Associated social media accounts: Coach McGraw - @BearCoachMcGraw Baylor Men’s Golf - @BaylorMGolf Edited by Chris Berry Music: DriftMaster by Sh...
Jan 08, 2024•50 min
This week, Coach McGraw talks about how journaling impacts his life. Coach reflects on some specific stories he has written down and what they remind him of. Happy New Year and thank you for listening to this week's episode! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook —> @BetterThanIFoundItPodcast Associated social media accounts: Coach McGraw - @BearCoachMcGraw Baylor Men’s Golf - @BaylorMGolf Edited by Chris Berry Music: DriftMaster by Shane Ive...
Jan 01, 2024•40 min
We are joined by John Fields, the University of Texas Golf Coach. Coach McGraw and Coach Fields talk about the fall season and the Big 12 Matchplay Championship where our two teams competed. They then discuss Whispering Pines Golf Course in Trinity Texas where the Big 12 Championship will be hosted in the spring. Thank you for joining the podcast John! Merry Christmas! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook —> @BetterThanIFoundItPodcast Assoc...
Dec 25, 2023•46 min
Mike Small, the University of Illinois Head Coach, joins us today. His teams have made it to match play the 8 of the last 12 seasons. They have won 13 of the 14 Big 10 Championships. He has 16 players that have been named All-American on 33 occasions. Mike does all of this while currently playing competitive golf. Thank you for joining the podcast Mike! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook —> @BetterThanIFoundItPodcast Associated social med...
Dec 18, 2023•52 min
Today, we are joined by three players competing in the Korn Ferry Tour, each of them striving for their tour card if they can reach the top five finishers. First, a former Baylor Bear and two-time All-American, Cooper Dossey. Followed up by Blaine Hale who played for the University of Oklahoma and then Taylor Funk, a University of Texas golfer. This is the first time each of them has been to the finals and they give us insight on their journey. Thank you for joining the podcast! Subscribe to the...
Dec 11, 2023•1 hr
We are joined by Jim Kane, former Oral Roberts University Golfer, on today's episode. Jim was a four-time All-American at Oral Roberts who played briefly on the PGA Tour. He later on went to be a PGA Head Club Professional. Jim talks about some of the highlights of playing for Oral Roberts and talks about how his coach was a great one. Thank you for joining the podcast Jim! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook —> @BetterThanIFoundItPodcast ...
Dec 04, 2023•56 min
This week, Coach McGraw reflects on our players and some of their accomplishments over this semester. Coach talks about the events we have played over the fall and what we are looking forward to in the future. He finishes the podcast by talking about recruiting. Thank you for listening and happy belated Thanksgiving! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook —> @BetterThanIFoundItPodcast Associated social media accounts: Coach McGraw - @BearCoac...
Nov 27, 2023•33 min
We are joined by the University of Kansas Women's coach, Lindsay Kuhle. An eight-time conference coach of the year from two schools, Lindsay is entering her third year at the University of Kansas. During her time at Kansas, Lindsay's teams have gained their highest national ranking in program history along with breaking many program records. Thank you for joining the podcast Lindsay! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook —> @BetterThanIFound...
Nov 20, 2023•46 min
Former Baylor All-American, Braden Bailey joins us today. Braden, who is currently playing in the Korn Ferry Qualifying Tournament, has made it through the first stage. Braden talks about how playing and caddying in the same year work. He also mentions some changes that have helped his game. Thanks for joining the podcast Braden! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook —> @BetterThanIFoundItPodcast Associated social media accounts: Coach McGra...
Nov 13, 2023•42 min
This week, we are joined by Morri Rose, one of the newest members of the Oklahoma Golf Hall of Fame. Morri has a huge impact on golf in Oklahoma and talks about his time with the Oklahoma Junior Golf Tour. Congratulations, and thank you for joining the podcast Morri! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook —> @BetterThanIFoundItPodcast Associated social media accounts: Coach McGraw - @BearCoachMcGraw Baylor Men’s Golf - @BaylorMGolf Edited by ...
Nov 13, 2023•40 min
Joining us is Bill Brogdon, a long-time Tulsa University coach. Bill reflects on his career as a former basketball player who ended up in the GCAA Hall of Fame. Bill thanks his father and Labron Harris as his inspiration for his journey. Thank you for joining the podcast, Bill! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook —> @BetterThanIFoundItPodcast Associated social media accounts: Coach McGraw - @BearCoachMcGraw Baylor Men’s Golf - @BaylorMGolf...
Oct 30, 2023•55 min
We are joined by Justin Bardgett, the Director of Collegiate Relations for PGA Tour University. Previously a college coach at The University of Illinois, Justin explains PGA Tour University and what it takes to be involved in the program. Thank you for joining the podcast Justin! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook —> @BetterThanIFoundItPodcast Associated social media accounts: Coach McGraw - @BearCoachMcGraw Baylor Men’s Golf - @BaylorMGo...
Oct 23, 2023•39 min
Joining us today is Bill Allcorn, the newly hired TCU Men's Golf Coach. Previously a Baylor Bear, Bill has now been working at TCU for a semester. Bill talks about his new team and his time at the University of Oklahoma as an Assistant Coach. Thank you for joining the podcast, Bill! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook —> @BetterThanIFoundItPodcast Associated social media accounts: Coach McGraw - @BearCoachMcGraw Baylor Men’s Golf - @Baylor...
Oct 16, 2023•50 min
We are joined by the Associate Head Women's Golf Coach at Baylor, Carly Ludwig. Carly is now in her sixth season at Baylor and tells us about her background as a young player and as a coach. Thank you for joining the podcast Carly! Subscribe to the podcast for future episodes. You can follow us on Instagram and Facebook —> @BetterThanIFoundItPodcast Associated social media accounts: Coach McGraw - @BearCoachMcGraw Baylor Men’s Golf - @BaylorMGolf Edited by Chris Berry Music: DriftMaster by Sh...
Oct 09, 2023•47 min
