Early 2025 Ryder Cup Talk

Early 2025 Ryder Cup Talk

Author: Golf Swing Productions by Mark Crossfield Greg Chalmers and Lou Stagner June 3, 2025 Duration: 24:29

Even as we're right in the middle of major season, the Ryder Cup looms. Not only will it be the biggest event of the fall, but performance now still has a massive effect on who qualifies to play for Teams Europe and USA. In this episode, Mark, Lou, and Greg discuss the intriguing prospect of Keegan as a playing captain, the role of chemistry in team golf, and the lack of inspiration in American sports chants.

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