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Rich Roth and Poplar Grove Golf Club Director Tracy Newman discuss recent course improvements, fall playing conditions and aeration tips. Newman emphasizes short-game practice and selecting golf balls matched to swing speed rather than buying premium balls. They also analyze Scottie Scheffler’s technique, LIV Golf’s bankruptcy filing, and the upcoming Presidents Cup.
Rich Roth and London Downs Director of Golf Marty Chandler break down ideal fall playing conditions in Central Virginia, upcoming tournaments and Scottie Scheffler’s FedEx Cup victory. Plus, Marty shares details on London Downs’ Labor Day sale and reveals a game-changing course management tip to help you eliminate double bogeys and break 90.
On this episode of Locally on the Links, host Rich Roth catches up with Omni Homestead Director of Golf Mark Fry. They dive into fall mountain golf conditions, the explosion and controversies of YouTube golf, details on the upcoming Generation Cup at the Cascades Course, and a simple “boxer” swing thought to instantly improve your game.
Rich Roth and Wintergreen Director of Golf Geoff Redgrave discuss course updates, aerification, and Devil’s Knob bunker renovations. They also cover Scottie Scheffler’s tour dominance, a bizarre hole-in-one cheating scheme, shifting golf etiquette, and why fall is prime time for the Golf Academy.
Broadcasting from the iconic Cascades Course at The Omni Homestead Resort, host Rich Roth, Homestead Director of Golf Mark Fry, and donor Johnny Hall recap the 5th annual Virginia Highlands Youth Golf Academy fundraiser. Learn how this event raised over $50,000 for local youth golf, get course strategy insights, and hear about upcoming events like the Generation Cup!
Are you spending too much time over your ball or missing out on extra yards? On this episode of Locally on the Links, host Rich Roth sits down with Tracy Newman, Director of Golf at Poplar Grove Golf Club in Amherst, Virginia.
The majors are done, but the debate is just heating up! Rich Roth and London Downs Golf Club’s Marty Chandler recap Ryan Fox’s thrilling Open Championship win and the viral 22-second finish. Plus, the guys tackle golf’s ultimate “rage-bait” topic—pace of play—sharing course realities and practical tips to speed up your weekend round. Stick around for upcoming charity events and Titleist fitting days!
Join host Rich Roth and Poplar Grove Golf Director Tracy Newman as they break down The Open Championship, Bryson DeChambeau’s strategy and the competitive struggles of LIV Golf. Plus, get a masterclass on escaping deep bunkers and a look inside Poplar Grove—Virginia’s 7th best public course! Learn about their new memberships and the upcoming August 8th benefit tournament.
Host Rich Roth and Falling River Country Club GM Faber Jamerson discuss the surprising results of their bunker-free course renovation, which helps high handicappers but challenges advanced players. Faber shares game-changing short game practice routines, tips to master your mental game, and clever match play tactics. Plus, they look ahead to the Open Championship.
Escape the summer heat with host Rich Roth and Omni Homestead Golf Director Mark Fry. Discover how to instantly lower your scores with elite putting drills and strategies inspired by golf legend Dave Stockton. Plus, get the inside scoop on the upcoming VHYGA charity tournament at the legendary Cascades course, alongside expert analysis of Wyndham Clark, Scottie Scheffler and the PGA Tour.
Join host Rich Roth and Wintergreen Resort’s Director of Golf, Geoff Redgrave, on Locally on the Links. They break down Wyndham Clark’s U.S. Open victory at Shinnecock Hills, debate evolving player and fan etiquette on tour and announce a major three-year renovation project at Devil’s Knob. Plus, get a pro tip on compressing your irons to instantly hit crisper shots.
Guest host Marty Chandler (London Downs Golf Club) sits down with 31-year MAPGA veteran Jon Guhl to preview the US Open at Shinnecock Hills. They dive deep into William Flynn’s brilliant, wind-shifting course architecture, the USGA’s updated fairway setup strategy, and under-the-radar players to watch. Plus, Jon and Marty lock in their official tournament winner predictions.