In this episode of the Southern State of Golf, John dives into all things PGA Championship as the tournament returns to Quail Hollow in Charlotte, North Carolina. Using the “average” handicap of 15 as a playful theme, John explores how the PGA stacks up against the other majors—does it really deserve its reputation as the “average” or fourth major?
John also shares his personal take on the career Grand Slam versus a seven-major win career, discusses favorites for this week’s championship (with a close look at Rory McIlroy, Justin Thomas, and Scotty Scheffler), and spotlights Jordan Spieth’s quest for his missing Slam piece.
As always, there’s a dash of Southern flavor—John comments on the fan experience, including Quail Hollow’s all-inclusive concessions, and counts down his top 10 dream PGA Championship courses to play.
Whether you’re pulling for the favorites, hoping for a Cinderella story from a club pro, or dreaming of tackling Bethpage Black yourself, this episode has plenty to tee up your PGA Championship week. So grab a seat (and maybe a free snack), and join the conversation about golf’s greatest tests—Southern style!
📸 Cover photo credit: PGA of America
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