How does a professional MMA fighter go from combat to the course and find meaning in amateur golf?
In this episode of The Bag Drop: Untold Stories in Golf, host Matt Considine and co-host Dr. Kevin Moore (a.k.a. “The Professor”) sit down with Caleb Bowman (former MMA fighter & Chief Sales Officer at Solid Property Investments) to explore the more profound parallels between combat sports, competitive golf, mental discipline, and the selfless pursuit of purpose—on and off the course.
The conversation dives into:
- Matt & Kevin’s long-awaited debut at the USGA Four-Ball Qualifier
- Caleb’s journey from the MMA cage to the golf course
- How adrenaline, fear, and mental discipline shape performance
- The power of selflessness, service, and mission work
- Golf as a mirror for life’s challenges and personal growth
- Why minimizing mistakes—on the course and in life—creates breakthroughs
- The birdie game, snacks as strategy, and the psychology of partnership play
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🔨 Caleb Bowman — Solid Property Investments (Roofing & Construction, GA): https://www.solidpropertyga.com
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Chapters
00:00 Introduction
02:32 The Journey to the USGA Four-Ball
09:47 Meeting Caleb Bowman
12:09 The Social Side of Golf
14:07 Competition & the Fighter’s Mindset
17:14 Where Four-Ball Came From
20:27 Why Four-Ball Is So Popular
22:34 Team Dynamics & Trust
26:07 The Importance of Snacks
30:38 Inside the Birdie Game
35:07 Adrenaline in Golf vs MMA
41:57 Selflessness & Mission Work
55:28 Golf’s Hardest Life Lessons
58:32 Community & Connection
59:30 Major Golf Event Moments
01:05:21 From Beginner to Plus-Two
01:12:04 Mental Strategies for Improvement
What is NewClub?
Founded in 2017, NewClub is the premier private golf society in the United States. It blends the community and access of a private club with the variety and affordability of public golf. Members enjoy thousands of reserved tee times, competitions, and events at exceptional partner courses across our local chapters, as well as signature trips and exclusive perks. NewClub is revolutionizing golf membership, making the game more meaningful for those who love it.
What is The Bag Drop?
The Bag Drop features weekly stories from the culture, community, and characters shaping golf today. Produced by NewClub Golf Society, each episode blends authenticity and expert insights for passionate golfers at all levels. Special guests from clubs, courses, and every corner of the changing landscape join us for thoughtful, in-depth discussions on all things golf.
