In the second installment of “NLU Special Projects,” Kevin Van Valkenburg takes us through a universal nightmare for any golfer: having a case of the shanks. He gets insights from pros like Tiger, Rory McIlroy, and Scottie Scheffler, as well as amateurs, coaches, and even a hypnotist, all in an effort to unravel one of golf’s most universally dreaded experiences. For more narrative pieces like this, you can also visit us at NoLayingUp.com If you enjoyed this episode, consider joining The Nest : ...
Jun 26, 2024•57 min•Ep. 862
Protesters could not stop Scottie from winning his fifth straight signature event, as he outlasted Tom Kim at the Travelers. We chat about the exciting final round, Amy Yang's triumph at the KPMG Women's PGA at Sahalee, LIV Nashville, low scores on tour, Akshay Bhatia, some listener questions, and a lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 24, 2024•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 861
Nelly Korda shoots a shocking second round 81 to miss the cut at Sahalee at the KPMG Women's PGA. We check in live on Friday evening to chat about the tournament at the halfway point, place our auction bets on the eventual winner, get some #CoverageTakes in, discuss what we've liked about Sahalee to this point, and a ton more. Support our partners: YETI Titleist Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Jun 22, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 860
A signature event and a women's major this week, as the PGA Tour heads to TPC River Highlands for the Travelers, and the women head west to Sahalee for the KPMG Women's PGA Championship. We try to get over our U.S. Open hangover, catch up on some of the #discourse around Rory and Bryson since Sunday, talk about our picks for the weeks at both events, check in with Nelly, and more. Will Zalatoris also joins (48:45) to chat about his status, his experience with major championship heartbreak, and m...
Jun 19, 2024•58 min•Ep. 859
Big Randy and Cody have you covered for this look at the KPMG Women's PGA Championship at Sahalee Country Club. We start with a quick recap of the last few events on tour, a look at all the contenders and those vying for their second or third major title, as well as some thoughts on the tree-lined course and a ton more. If you enjoyed this episode, consider joining The Nest : No Laying Up’s community of avid golfers. Nest members help us maintain our light commercial interruptions (3 minutes of ...
Jun 19, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 858
Bryson DeChambeau wins the 2024 U.S. Open at Pinehurst. We discuss the day that was for Bryson, and wasn't for Rory McIlroy coming down the stretch. One of the best final rounds of a Major Championship at a course that stood it's ground. KVV pops in for an on the ground update as TC and Neil come through to lay down their thoughts on an action packed day on No. 2. If you enjoyed this episode, consider joining The Nest : No Laying Up’s community of avid golfers. Nest members help us maintain our ...
Jun 17, 2024•1 hr 49 min•Ep. 857
Bryson DeChambeau holds a 3 shot lead with 18 holes to play at the 2024 U.S. Open. Matthieu Pavon, Rory McIlroy, and Patrick Cantlay sit 3 back at -4 total. We are joined by KVV on the ground to discuss Bryson's round. We run through the leaderboard, get a Block Party update, talk odds-and-ins and more. If you enjoyed this episode, consider joining The Nest : No Laying Up’s community of avid golfers. Nest members help us maintain our light commercial interruptions (3 minutes of ads per 90 minute...
Jun 16, 2024•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 856
Ludvig Aberg is your solo 36 hole leader at Pinehurst. We are joined by Harry Higgs to discuss the course and set up so far, Neil joins to discuss Rory, and KVV calls in to discuss his day around the course. We run down the leaderboard, lay some nuggies down on who thing think will win, and more. If you enjoyed this episode, consider joining The Nest : No Laying Up’s community of avid golfers. Nest members help us maintain our light commercial interruptions (3 minutes of ads per 90 minutes of co...
Jun 15, 2024•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 855
P. Cantlay and Rory McIlroy are your leaders through 18 holes at Pinehurst No. 2. We bring KVV in from the bullpen to discuss Cantlay's round, SVP joins us for his views on Pinehurst No. 2. We run down the leaderboard, talk some in's and out's of the course, get a quick history lesson and more. If you enjoyed this episode, consider joining The Nest : No Laying Up’s community of avid golfers. Nest members help us maintain our light commercial interruptions (3 minutes of ads per 90 minutes of cont...
Jun 14, 2024•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 854
Final prep is complete for the 2024 U.S. Open at Pinehurst. We run down some news and notes, bring KVV in from the bullpen to discuss his latest Rory piece, identify some key features around No. 2, make our final picks and more. If you enjoyed this episode, consider joining The Nest : No Laying Up’s community of avid golfers. Nest members help us maintain our light commercial interruptions (3 minutes of ads per 90 minutes of content) and receive access to exclusive content, discounts in the pro ...
Jun 12, 2024•59 min•Ep. 853
We officially kick off U.S. Open week with our preview pod as we look at all the storylines, contenders, our favorite holes at Pinehurst #2, the betting odds, ranking the last decade of U.S. Open venues and some of our favorite US Open memories, plus listener questions. If you enjoyed this episode, consider joining The Nest : No Laying Up’s community of avid golfers. Nest members help us maintain our light commercial interruptions (3 minutes of ads per 90 minutes of content) and receive access t...
Jun 11, 2024•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 852
Scottie Scheffler does it again. We discuss his 5th win in 8 starts, what it means for U.S. Open week, the state of signature events, TC's Cleeks getting it done in Houston, the events of June 6, 2023 and everything that's followed, and a ton more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 10, 2024•1 hr 52 min•Ep. 851
Soly and KVV welcome TC for this Deep Dive pod as we look back to the 3 previous US Opens hosted at Pinehurst #2. We start with Payne Stewart's iconic triumph in 1999 and Phil Mickelson's close call. Then, it's on to the carnage of 2005 with Michael Campbell emerging victorious on a crazy Sunday afternoon. We close with Martin Kaymer's dominant win in 2014 after the course's restoration by Bill Coore and Ben Crenshaw. If you enjoyed this episode, consider joining The Nest : No Laying Up’s commun...
Jun 06, 2024•2 hr 4 min•Ep. 851
We preview this week's Memorial Tournament, talk about the history of the event, Neil brings the heat on Desmond Muirhead, make our picks for the week, talk U.S. Open Final Qualifying, and a ton more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jun 05, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 849
Brandel Chamblee checks in with Soly ahead of next week's US Open at Pinehurst to talk through his preparation for broadcasting the tournament for NBC, the distance and golf course setup debates, backlash to his stance on LIV and a ton more. If you enjoyed this episode, consider joining The Nest : No Laying Up’s community of avid golfers. Nest members help us maintain our light commercial interruptions (3 minutes of ads per 90 minutes of content) and receive access to exclusive content, discount...
Jun 05, 2024•1 hr 46 min•Ep. 848
Yuka Saso conquered a demanding setup at Lancaster for her second U.S. Women's Open title. We salute her incredible shotmaking on the back nine, the setup at one of the best venues we'll see all year, as well as Robert MacIntyre's win at the RBC Canadian Open. KVV calls in from on site having witnessed Minjee Lee's meltdown, and Yuka's ridiculous shots into the 15th and 16th holes. A fun recap! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices...
Jun 03, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 847
Wichanee Meechai is your leader through 36 holes at the 2024 U.S. Women's Open in Lancaster, PA. Only Andrea Lee, Minjee Lee, and Yuka Saso are under par as the rest of the field scrambles to figure out Lancaster Country Club. We are joined by Marina Alex and Jane Park as we break down the action so far. Get an Amateur update from Jordan Perez, run down the leaderboard and more. Thank you to Yeti for presenting all LPGA content at No Laying Up for the year. If you enjoyed this episode, consider ...
Jun 01, 2024•1 hr 48 min•Ep. 846
Stephan Jaeger returns to the pod to discuss his first win on the PGA Tour as he beat Scottie Scheffler at the Houston Open in late March. We also cover his distance gains off the tee and overcoming driver issues earlier in his career, embracing meditation practices, his first Masters appearance and more. If you enjoyed this episode, consider joining The Nest : No Laying Up’s community of avid golfers. Nest members help us maintain our light commercial interruptions (3 minutes of ads per 90 minu...
May 30, 2024•56 min•Ep. 845
Lancaster Country Club is set to host the U.S. Women's Open, as we get caught up on the news of the week, (of course) talk Nelly, Scottie's charges being dropped, what to expect from the golf course this week, Hamilton, NCAAs, and a lot more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 29, 2024•49 min•Ep. 844
We begin our US Women's Open preview pod with some thoughts on the news that Lexi Thompson will retire and not play a full-time schedule beyond the current 2024 season. Then, it's time for a look at the incredible season so far for Nelly Korda, her evolution on and off the course, and how long this run of dominance will continue. We wrap the pod with a preview of the week ahead at Lancaster Country Club with a detailed look at the course and who it potentially favors. We also give our pick to wi...
May 29, 2024•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 843
We begin tonight's pod with some brief thoughts on the tragic news of the passing of Grayson Murray. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please call the National Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988 in the US or visit their website: https://988lifeline.org/ On the course: Davis Riley wins by five over Scottie Scheffler and Keegan Bradley for his second career PGA Tour win. We talk through the week for all the contenders plus Gil Hanse's renovation at Colonial. KVV joins the show (19:00...
May 27, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 842
After meeting up in person on a recent trip to Bandon Dunes, Soly catches up with Doug Smith ( @TheDouglasFresh ) and Will Lowery ( @WillLoweryGolf ) after their first trip to the resort as well as Roger Steele ( @Roger_Steele ) for his second appearance on the pod. We talk through our favorite shots, holes and courses from the recent trips plus the food, atmosphere and recent additions to the lineup of playing options. If you enjoyed this episode, consider joining The Nest : No Laying Up’s comm...
May 22, 2024•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 841
Xander Schauffele is your 2024 PGA Champion at Valhalla. He edges out Bryson DeChambeau by 1 with a birdie on his 72 hole to win his first Major Championship. We run down all of the leaderboard, news and notes, KVV calls in from on site, D.J. returns and close it out with some funny moments of the week. Presented by High Noon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 20, 2024•2 hr 1 min•Ep. 840
Xander, Collin, THEEGALA!!! Birdies all over the place for the 3rd round of the PGA Championship. Lowry's 62, J Rose 64? We talk all through the days action, discuss the course as a major championship venue, make some calls and more. Presented by High Noon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 19, 2024•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 839
What an interesting day in golf. Join us as we break down all the events around Scottie Scheffler and what led up to his 2nd round 66 while Xander Schauffele's 68 finds him atop the leaderboard at -12. We discuss ESPN's excellent reporting throughout the day, run down the leaderboard and more. Presented by High Noon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 18, 2024•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 838
New course record 62 at Valhalla for Mr. Alexander Schauffele as he sits 3 clear after round 1. Tony Finau, Sahith Theegala, and Mark Hubbard sit 3 back at -6. We run down the leaderboard, talk about The Block Party, sell some takes and start a monitoring list just in case things get out of control in Kentucky. Presented by High Noon. If you enjoyed this episode, consider joining The Nest : No Laying Up’s community of avid golfers. Nest members help us maintain our light commercial interruptions...
May 17, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 837
What a week so far! As we gear up for this year's PGA Championship at Valhalla, we run around the table discussing news, notes and more. Tiger, Brooks, Scottie and Rory. Join us as we run down the strongest field of the year, make some pics and more. Presented by High Noon. If you enjoyed this episode, consider joining The Nest : No Laying Up’s community of avid golfers. Nest members help us maintain our light commercial interruptions (3 minutes of ads per 90 minutes of content) and receive acce...
May 15, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 836
The PGA Championship begins Thursday at Valhalla and we kick off the week with our preview pod with a thorough look at the odds sheet, our picks to win (and not to win), a power ranking of the courses hosting the PGA during the 2020s, listener questions and more. We close the pod with a deep dive into the 2014 PGA Championship with Rory's win at Valhalla (52:30). If you enjoyed this episode, consider joining The Nest : No Laying Up’s community of avid golfers. Nest members help us maintain our l...
May 14, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 835
Rory does it at Quail Hollow yet again, but does it mean anything for Valhalla? Xander wilts, Quail Hollow low key bucks, and everything else from Wells Fargo. Rose Zhang calls in on her way out of town after a ridiculous performance at The Founders, Jason Day sets Twitter ablaze again, we answer a bunch of listener questions, and everything else from the week in golf. Thanks to: High Noon - highnoonspirits.com Oars and Alps - use code "NLU15" for 15 percent off at oarsandalps.com If you enjoyed...
May 13, 2024•1 hr 48 min•Ep. 834
Randy and Cody are back with another LPGA pod as we look back at Hannah Green's win at Wilshire, preview this week's Founders Cup and next week's Mizuho Americas Open with tournament host Michelle Wie West. We also catch up with Maja Stark (30:00) about her progression from college golf to the LPGA tour, growing up in the Sweden golf system, last year's Solheim Cup and a ton more. If you enjoyed this episode, consider joining The Nest : No Laying Up’s community of avid golfers. Nest members help...
May 09, 2024•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 833
