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Subpar

GOLF’s Subpar, hosted by former PGA Tour pro Colt Knost and his long time friend and on course rival Drew Stoltz, pairs colorful segments with in-depth sit-down interviews with the game’s biggest personalities. It will be available across GOLF.com’s platforms every Tuesday.
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Episodes

Steve Elkington Interview: The origins of his smooth swing, his pick for best player in the world

On this week's episode of GOLF's Subpar, ten-time PGA Tour Winner Steve Elkington joins former PGA Tour pro Colt Knost and his close friend and on course rival Drew Stoltz for an exclusive, in-studio, interview. The winner of the 1995 PGA Championship talks his three National Championships at the University of Houston, the origins of his famously smooth swing, and why John Daly ended up playing rugby at a bar in South Africa.

Jan 19, 20211 hr 19 min

Adam Long Interview: From going to Duke to stealing Colt's Caddie

On this week's episode of GOLF's Subpar, PGA Tour Winner Adam Long joins former PGA Tour pro Colt Knost and his close friend and on course rival Drew Stoltz for an exclusive, in-studio, interview. The Duke alum talks his methods for getting tickets to games in college, meeting the sleezeyman for the first time, and what it's like being mistaken for a fan.

Jan 12, 20211 hr 14 min

Harry Higgs Interview: Needing a mulligan on meeting Tiger, His incredible self confidence

On this week's episode of GOLF's Subpar, PGA Tour Rookie Harry Higgs joins former PGA Tour pro Colt Knost and his close friend and on course rival Drew Stoltz for an exclusive, in-studio, interview. The SMU alum explains why he needs a mulligan on meeting Tiger Woods, his path to make the Tour, and why his self confidence is at an all time high.

Jan 05, 20211 hr 16 min

Luke List Interview: How the mentality has changed for Tour newcomers, impact of the push for more distance

On this week's episode of GOLF's Subpar, PGA Tour Pro Luke List joins former PGA Tour pro Colt Knost and his close friend and on course rival Drew Stoltz for an exclusive, in-studio, interview. The Vanderbilt University standout talks his collegiate career in Nashville, going head to head with Ryan Moore in the 2004 U.S. Amateur finals, and how the push for more distance is impacting the competition on Tour.

Dec 29, 202047 min

Mike Commodore Interview: Following Rickie Fowler at the British Open, Partying with the Stanley Cup

On this week's episode of GOLF's Subpar, former NHL defenseman Mike Commodore joins former PGA Tour pro Colt Knost and his close friend and on course rival Drew Stoltz for an exclusive, in-studio, interview. The 2006 Stanley Cup Champion talks the different kinds of parties he attended with the Cup, following Rickie Fowler around Carnoustie during the 2018 British Open, and his incredible experiences as an Uber driver.

Dec 22, 20201 hr 27 min

Derek Anderson Interview: Challenges of playing against Tour players, Superstitions during NFL career

On this week's episode of GOLF's Subpar, former NFL Quarterback Derek Anderson joins former PGA Tour pro Colt Knost and his close friend and on course rival Drew Stoltz for an exclusive, in-studio, interview. The 14 year veteran talks the many superstitions and rituals he had throughout his playing career, his post-game rant with the Cardinals, and how difficult it is to keep up with Tour players despite being a plus handicap.

Dec 15, 20201 hr 16 min

Matthew Wolff Interview: Looking up to Rickie and Rory, life as a 21-year-old on the PGA Tour

On this week's episode of GOLF's Subpar, PGA Tour Winner Matthew Wolff joins former PGA Tour pro Colt Knost and his close friend and on course rival Drew Stoltz for an exclusive interview from Old Palm Golf Club. The #14 ranked golfer in the world talks looking up to Rory McIlroy and Rickie Fowler as a young golfer, what life is like as a 21-year-old on the PGA Tour, and how the constant comparisons to Viktor Hovland and Collin Morikawa fuel his competitive fire.

Dec 08, 202045 min

Justin Thomas Interview: How Tiger Woods helped him prepare for his first Masters, Thoughts on Bryson's body transformation

On this week's episode of GOLF's Subpar, the World's number 3 golfer, Justin Thomas, joins former PGA Tour pro Colt Knost and his close friend and on course rival Drew Stoltz for an exclusive interview from his home in Florida. The 13-time PGA Tour winner talks the wake up call he received his rookie season, how Tiger Woods helped him prepare for his first Masters, and his thoughts on the body transformation Bryson DeChambeau has undergone.

Dec 01, 202058 min

Rickie Fowler Interview: Playing Grove XXIII with Michael Jordan, Why technology hurt Tiger Woods

On this week's episode of GOLF's Subpar, 5-time PGA Tour winner Rickie Fowler joins former PGA Tour pro Colt Knost and his close friend and on course rival Drew Stoltz for an exclusive interview at the home of Justin Thomas. The U.S. Ryder Cup team member talks what it's like playing the ultra exclusive Grove XXIII with the owner, Michael Jordan, life inside the Olympic village in Rio, and why he makes sure to congratulate his Tour friends after a victory.

Nov 24, 20201 hr 6 min

Lt Col Dan Rooney Interview: Working with Jack Nicklaus, his new book 'Fly into the Wind'

On this week's episode of GOLF's Subpar, Lt Col Dan Rooney, an Air Force fighter pilot, joins former PGA Tour pro Colt Knost and his close friend and on course rival Drew Stoltz for an exclusive interview. The founder of Folds of Honor talks the origins of the foundation, his work with Jack Nicklaus designing courses, and what readers can expect from his new book 'Fly into the Wind: How to Harness Faith and Fearlessness on Your Ascent to Greatness.'

Nov 17, 202048 min

Special Edition Masters gambling preview featuring Long Shots Golf Betting's Brady Kannon

On this week's special Masters gambling edition of GOLF's Subpar, handicapper Brady Kannon joins former PGA Tour pro Colt Knost and his close friend and on course rival Drew Stoltz live from the sports book at the new Circa Las Vegas. The host of ViSN's Long Shots Golf Betting talks what stands out to him with Masters week upon us before all three guys provide you with their picks. And do not forget, the Subpar Chirp league is back! Listen in to hear what odds they are taking in the Chirp App an...

Nov 10, 202028 min

Paul 'Biznasty' Bissonnette Interview: What it takes to be an enforcer in the NHL, how he became known as a sandbagger on the golf course

On this week's episode of GOLF's Subpar, former NHL enforcer Paul 'Biznasty' Bissonnette joins former PGA Tour pro Colt Knost and his close friend and on course rival Drew Stoltz for an exclusive, in-studio, interview. The host of hockey's #1 podcast, Spittin' Chiclets, talks how his show became such a huge success, being an enforcer in the NHL, and how one round with Sidney Crosby and Nathan MacKinnon caused him to forever be known as a sandbagger on the golf course.

Nov 03, 20201 hr 9 min

Abraham Ancer Interview: Inside the International Team locker room at the 2019 Presidents Cup, facing off against Tiger Woods

On this week's episode of GOLF's Subpar, former PGA Tour pro Abraham Ancer joins former PGA Tour pro Colt Knost and his close friend and on course rival Drew Stoltz for an exclusive, in-studio, interview. The 2019 Presidents Cup International Team member talks what it was like inside the locker room at Royal Melbourne, his comments on wanting to play Tiger Woods being misconstrued, and what he is looking forward to about playing in The Masters for the first time this fall.

Oct 27, 20201 hr 1 min

Tony Romo Interview: Filling the void left from football with golf, how much he actually practices, and his career goals

On this week's episode of GOLF's Subpar, former Dallas Cowboys Quarterback Tony Romo joins former PGA Tour pro Colt Knost and his close friend and on course rival Drew Stoltz for an exclusive interview from Maridoe Golf Club in Dallas, Texas. The highest paid NFL analyst in television history talks sharing the booth with Jim Nantz, what he misses about football that he has found in golf, and how his time as QB of the Cowboys hardened him for life.

Oct 20, 202049 min

Chris Como Interview: How he became Tiger Woods' swing coach, working with Bryson DeChambeau on the range during live U.S. Open coverage

On this week's episode of GOLF's Subpar, legendary swing coach Chris Como joins former PGA Tour pro Colt Knost and his close friend and on course rival Drew Stoltz for an exclusive interview from Como's "Speed Lab" in Dallas. Chris talks what it was liking working with Bryson DeChambeau on the range during live U.S. Open coverage, why he decided to buy a house and build a multi-sport testing facility in his living room, and how he ended up as Tiger Woods' swing coach.

Oct 13, 202053 min

Jordan Spieth Interview: Hosting Arnold Palmer's last Champion's Dinner, behind the scenes of the team room at the 2018 Ryder Cup

On this week's episode of GOLF's Subpar, three-time Major winner Jordan Spieth joins former PGA Tour pro Colt Knost and his close friend and on course rival Drew Stoltz for an exclusive, interview from Royal Oaks Golf Club. The winner of the 2015 Masters talks what the team room was like at the 2018 Ryder Cup, why his caddie, Michael Greller, always calls Justin Thomas from a certain hole at Riviera, and what it was like being the host at Arnold Palmer's last Champion's Dinner.

Oct 06, 20201 hr 24 min

Chez Reavie Interview: What it's like staying in the Crow's Nest at Augusta National, the influence of statistics on his game

On this week's episode of GOLF's Subpar, two-time PGA Tour winner Chez Reavie joins former PGA Tour pro Colt Knost and his close friend and on course rival Drew Stoltz for an exclusive, in-studio interview. The winner of the 2019 Travelers Championship talks what it was really like staying in the Crow's Nest at Augusta National, if it's tougher to get your Tour card or keep it, and the absurd amount of career holes-in-one he has had.

Sep 29, 202057 min

Mark Mulder Interview: Is it right for professional athletes to accept sponsor exemptions on Tour? Winning the American Century Championship

On this week's episode of GOLF's Subpar, former MLB All-Star pitcher, Mark Mulder, joins former PGA Tour pro Colt Knost and his close friend and on course rival Drew Stoltz for an exclusive, in-studio interview. The 3-time winner of the American Century Championship talks the unique point system used at that event, athletes accepting sponsor exemptions on Tour, and how he found out he was traded to the Cardinals from the golf course.

Sep 22, 20201 hr 5 min

Sophia Popov Interview, U.S. Open Championship preview presented by Chirp

On this week's episode of GOLF's Subpar, LPGA Tour pro Sophia Popov joins former PGA Tour pro Colt Knost and his close friend and on course rival Drew Stoltz for an exclusive, in-studio interview. The 2020 Women's British Open Champion talks the controversy surrounding her exemption for winning, how caddying for Anne van Dam helped her realize what she needed from her own caddie, and the potential of women playing on the PGA Tour. Colt and Drew then break down the 120th U.S. Open field and provi...

Sep 15, 20201 hr 16 min

Subpar Special Edition: 2019-2020 FedEx Cup Playoffs Recap

On a special Labor Day edition of GOLF's Subpar, former PGA Tour pro Colt Knost and his close friend and on course rival Drew Stoltz break down the Tour Championship and take a look back at the rest of the 2019-2020 FedEx Cup Playoffs.

Sep 09, 202022 min

Mark Blackburn Interview: From sleeping in a maintenance shed to being named 2020 PGA Teacher & Coach of the Year

On this week's episode of GOLF's Subpar, PGA Tour instructor Mark Blackburn joins former PGA Tour pro Colt Knost and his close friend and on course rival Drew Stoltz for an exclusive, in-studio interview. The 2020 PGA Teacher and Coach of the Year talks how working with Tour pros like Charley Hoffman, Kevin Chappell, and Chez Reavie differs from working with the everyday golfer, his stance on the distance debate, and what the average player can pick up from studying the swings of the best player...

Sep 01, 202058 min

Sean O'Hair Interview: Battling Tiger Woods at Bay Hill, Michael Jordan's impact at the 2009 Presidents Cup

On this week's episode of GOLF's Subpar, 4-time PGA Tour winner Sean O'Hair joins former PGA Tour pro Colt Knost and his close friend and on course rival Drew Stoltz for an exclusive, in-studio interview. The 2005 PGA Tour Rookie of the Year talks what it was like battling Tiger Woods at Bay Hill, how Michael Jordan impacted the 2009 Presidents Cup team as an assistant coach, and his experiences playing with Anthony Kim over the years.

Aug 25, 20201 hr 27 min

Ricky Barnes Interview: Playing the Masters with Tiger and Phil, Breaking into Augusta National

On this week's episode of GOLF's Subpar, PGA Tour pro Ricky Barnes joins former PGA Tour pro Colt Knost and his close friend and on course rival Drew Stoltz for an exclusive, in-studio interview. The winner of the 102nd U.S. Amateur talks playing with Tiger and Phil at the Masters, the time he broke into Augusta National while staying at the Crow's Nest, and being invited by Jay-Z to the opening of the 40/40 Club to party alongside Lebron James.

Aug 18, 20201 hr 25 min

Arron Oberholser Interview: Competing against Tiger Woods, transitioning from Tour player to analyst

On this week's episode of GOLF's Subpar, Golf Channel analyst Arron Oberholser joins former PGA Tour pro Colt Knost and his close friend and on course rival Drew Stoltz for an exclusive, in-studio interview. The PGA Tour winner goes in depth on his amateur rivalry with Tiger Woods, his career on Tour before his injuries, and what it's been like transitioning from playing on Tour to becoming an analyst.

Aug 11, 20201 hr 19 min

A Subpar Special Edition: PGA Championship Preview

On this week's episode of GOLF's Subpar, Colt Knost calls into co-host Drew Stoltz from on location at the PGA Championship in San Francisco to provide an in-depth preview of the year's first Major. The guys spend time talking the course set up and conditions for the week, Jordan Spieth's chances at a career Grand Slam, their thoughts on a potential Bryson DeChambeau and Brooks Koepka pairing, and the odds of Tiger Woods' bringing home another Major. The episode then wraps up with Colt and Drew ...

Aug 04, 202042 min

Joe Skovron Interview: How he landed on the bag of Rickie Fowler, his role on the US Ryder Cup team

On this week's episode of GOLF's Subpar, PGA Tour Caddie Joe Skovron joins former PGA Tour pro Colt Knost and his close friend and on course rival Drew Stoltz for an exclusive, in-studio interview. The man on the bag of Rickie Fowler discusses how he ended up with the job, his role at the Ryder Cup evolving, and why being mic'd up during an event impacts his conversations.

Jul 28, 20201 hr 2 min

Charley Hoffman Interview: How he became known as the Seagull, playing high stakes cash games with Phil Mickelson

On this week's episode of GOLF's Subpar, 4-time PGA Tour winner Charley Hoffman joins former PGA Tour pro Colt Knost and his close friend and on course rival Drew Stoltz for an exclusive interview. The man known as the Seagull explains the origins of his nickname, how playing high stakes cash games with Phil Mickelson helped prepare him for big moments on Tour, and which city is the most fun to miss a cut in.

Jul 21, 20201 hr 11 min

Keegan Bradley Interview: Teaming with Phil Mickelson at the Ryder Cup, keys to beating Michael Jordan on the course

On this week's episode of GOLF's Subpar, 4-time PGA Tour winner Keegan Bradley joins former PGA Tour pro Colt Knost and his close friend and on course rival Drew Stoltz for an exclusive interview. The winner of the 2011 PGA Championship discusses why he loves being paired with Phil Mickelson at team events like the Ryder Cup and Presidents Cup, the keys to beating Michael Jordan on the golf course, and the time he founded himself in a legendary pick up basketball game with both MJ and Tom Brady....

Jul 14, 202055 min

Brandel Chamblee Interview: Why it's not his job to be friends with Tour players, Tiger Woods not getting the most out of his talent

On this week's episode of GOLF's Subpar, Golf Channel analyst Brandel Chamblee joins former PGA Tour pro Colt Knost and his close friend and on course rival Drew Stoltz for an exclusive, in-studio, interview. The PGA Tour winner discusses why he believes Tiger Woods has underachieved in his career, the complexities of the 'greatest ever' debate, and his own experiences competing on Tour. Manscaped is the official sponsor of this week's episode. Get 20% Off + Free Shipping, with the code SUBPAR a...

Jul 07, 20201 hr 25 min

Kevin Stadler Interview: Growing up the son of a Masters Champion, plans for his return to the PGA Tour

On this week's episode of GOLF's Subpar, PGA Tour winner Kevin Stadler joins former PGA Tour pro Colt Knost and his close friend and on course rival Drew Stoltz for an exclusive, in-studio, interview. Kevin talks growing up the son of a Masters Champion, battling a brutal Shinnecock Hills on Sunday at the 2004 U.S. Open, and his plans to return to the Tour now that he is finally healthy.

Jun 30, 20201 hr 9 min
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