Inside the Rise of Golf Phenom John Daly Jr.

What do you get when golf royalty and his quick-witted caddie drop in for a mic-side hang?

Sully, George, and Wardo welcome John Daly Jr. and his caddie Jude Putz for a fast-moving round of stories and laughs. JD Jr. talks about growing up with a legendary name, the lessons he’s learned while carving his own path, and the grind of a summer tour that had him and Putzy crossing states and stacking memories.

From hilarious bunker mishaps and Tiger Woods encounters to his dream foursome and ambitions to tee it up in the game’s biggest events, this episode delivers pure Golf Underground energy part swagger, part insight, and all heart.

Must-Hear Insights and Key Moments

• Sully, George, and Wardo kick things off with jokes about John Daly Jr.’s improved putting stroke.

• JD Jr. describes life on the road with Putzy during their cross-country summer tour.

• Putzy recalls the infamous “bunker-raking incident” and how he keeps JD Jr. entertained more than coached.

• JD Jr. shares how he learned to ignore outside expectations and create his own identity despite carrying his dad’s famous name.

• JD Jr. talks about the small but sharp swing advice he still gets from his father, John Daly.

• The crew swaps stories about memorable encounters with Tiger Woods and other golf legends.

• Wardo fires rapid-fire questions as JD Jr. reveals his dream foursome and favorite golf moments.

Words of Wisdom: Standout Quotes from This Episode

• “Once I stopped worrying about outside noise and just worked, everything got better.” – John Daly Jr.

• “My job isn’t to read greens—it’s to keep JD laughing and loose.” – Jude Putz

• “Carrying the Daly name used to feel heavy, but now it’s just motivation.” – John Daly Jr.

• “I can do it all—keep him calm, chirp another caddie, or just stir the pot a little.” – Jude Putz

• “Dad only chimes in with small tweaks, but when he does, it’s spot-on.” – John Daly Jr.

• “Watching JD Jr. and Putzy together is like seeing a comedy team with serious game.” – Sully

• “The chemistry between these two is exactly what makes golf fun to watch.” – George

• “If you need a bunker raked for the other guy, that’s not my job—I’m Team JD all the way.” – Jude Putz

• “Beating my dad for the first time was fun… he wasn’t exactly thrilled.” – John Daly Jr.

• “Golf’s a grind, but we keep it light and enjoy every round.” – Wardo

About John Daly Jr.

John Daly Jr. is one of golf’s brightest young stars, carrying on the swagger and skill of his legendary father, two-time major champion John Daly. A standout for the Arkansas Razorbacks, Daly Jr. captured the 2025 Southern Amateur, was a Ben Hogan Award finalist, and reached the quarterfinals of the 2025 U.S. Amateur. Alongside his father, he won the 2021 PNC Challenge with a record 27-under performance. With multiple collegiate wins and a growing list of accolades, Daly Jr. is proving he’s more than a famous name—he’s the future of competitive golf.

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