The Power of Top 100 Lists in Golf
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Summary
In this episode, Matt and Professor Kevin Moore discuss the significance of top 100 lists in golf, exploring their impact on golf culture and the criteria used for rankings. They delve into the role of algorithms and review sites in shaping perceptions of golf courses, emphasizing the importance of conversation around these lists. The discussion highlights the value of rankings in promoting golf courses and fostering community engagement. In this conversation, Kevin C. Moore and Matt delve into the complexities of golf course rankings and lists, discussing their value, the distinction between modern and classic designs, and the definition of golf course experts. They explore the emotional connection golfers have with courses, the importance of individual reviews, and the impact of lists on golf course popularity. The discussion also highlights various resources for discovering golf courses and emphasizes the need for more inclusive and accessible lists that resonate with everyday golfers.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Game Predictions
03:00 The Importance of Top 100 Lists in Golf
06:02 Criteria for Golf Course Rankings
08:56 The Role of Algorithms and Reviews
12:11 The Value of Lists in Golf Culture
34:49 The Value of Golf Course Lists
39:03 Exploring Hidden Gems in Golf
40:05 Modern vs. Classic Golf Course Design
45:45 Defining Golf Course Experts
51:01 The Importance of Individual Reviews
53:15 Resources for Golf Course Exploration
57:04 The Impact of Lists on Golf Course Popularity
01:01:20 The Role of Emotion in Golf Course Experience
Show note links:
https://www.top100golfcourses.com/top-100-golf-courses-of-the-world
https://golfweek.usatoday.com/story/sports/golf/2024/06/17/best-public-golf-courses-2024-top-100-us-ranked/75715161007/
https://golf.com/travel/courses/best-golf-courses-united-states-2024-2025/
https://www.golfdigest.com/story/americas-100-greatest-public-golf-courses-ranking
https://golfclubatlas.com/147-custodians-of-the-game/
Creators and Guests
Host
Matt Considine
Founder of NewClub and our resident feel player. Matt’s junior golf career led him to the University of Akron where he met our co-host. During his junior year, Matt Studied abroad in Ireland and discovered golf societies. Subsequent trips to Scotland fed his passion for the history, ideals, and culture of accessible, affordable, and sustainable golf, a concept he would later bring to the U.S. with NewClub. Known for his interviewing style, quick wit, and compelling storytelling, Matt brings thoughtful, reflective conversations to The Bag Drop. His professional journey before NewClub included multiple leadership positions in growth-stage startups, where he managed teams responsible for more than $250 million in revenue. Matt actively gives back to the game as a Board Member of the First Tee of Akron and past chair of the Evans Scholar Foundation. Proudly based in his hometown of Akron, Ohio, Matt finds inspiration in family life with his wife, their three children, and their golf dog, Gypsy.
Host
The Professor
NewClub's Chief Ambassador and every golf sicko's favorite educator. Kevin is a thoughtful and deeply curious host. His studied, constructivist approach adds intellectual enrichment and balance to the show. As a professor of Math Education at the University of Georgia, Kevin's background in applied mathematics and cognitive psychology uniquely informs his insights on golf strategy and performance. Originally from Ohio, Kevin was a Division I collegiate golfer at the University of Akron, where his passion for understanding mathematical thinking began. After earning his doctorate from Arizona State University, he combined his analytical expertise with his love for golf by co-founding Golf Blueprint, an organization aimed at helping golfers optimize their games through data-driven strategies. Kevin enjoys balancing deep philosophical discussions with simple pleasures, such as indulging his sweet tooth, cheering on college football, and spending relaxed evenings with his friends, his wife, and their beloved dog, Nole.