Women‘s Major Champions Episodes

In the thrilling conclusion of our two-part interview with Scottish golfer and television golf analyst Catriona Matthew, we delve deeper into her incredible career and explore the moments that shaped her into one of the game's most respected figures. Catriona takes us on a journey to the hallowed fairways of Royal Lytham and St. Annes, where she achieved her crowning glory, the 2009 Women's British Open. She describes the pressure, the triumph, and the emotions of that unforgettable moment that...

Join us for an extraordinary journey through the world of golf as we sit down with Scottish major champion Catriona Matthew as she takes us through her remarkable career, from her early days in Scotland to becoming a force to be reckoned with on the LPGA Tour. In Part 1, we delve into Catriona's humble beginnings and her decision to turn professional. With a passion for golf ingrained in her soul, she shares her experiences of teeing off on the historic links courses of Scotland, including her ...

Major Championship winner Angela Stanford fondly recalls her other LPGA Tour victories, setting several scoring records along the way. The highlight, her 2018 win at the Evian Championship, setting a record by becoming a major champion at age 40 in her 76th major championship. She recalls the help and guidance she has received over the years from Shady Oaks Professional Mike Wright, a fellow member of the Texas Golf Fall of Fame. Angela recounts her experiences as a 6-time Solheim Cup participan...

Winner of the 2018 Evian Championship Angela Stanford begins her story being introduced to the game by her father in Saginaw, Texas at age 10. Her game developed under the watchful eye of Amy Fox and, after success at the junior level, Angela competed at TCU for coach Angie Larkin, winning nine tournaments and achieving All-American status. She was selected for the 2000 Curtis Cup Team that was victorious at Ganton Golf Club before turning professional later that year. After winning the Futures ...

We conclude our interview with the 2004 Women's British Open winner Karen Stupples with a look back on her experience in the majors and the challenges of balancing motherhood and professional golf. Karen fondly recalls representing England and partnering with Dame Laura Davies at the 2005 World Cup in South Africa but the pinnacle of her career team play was at the Solheim Cup where she joined Team Europe as a Captain's pick in 2005 at Crooked Stick and in 2011 at Killeen Castle. After retiri...

In this second of three installments with Karen Stupples we hear her recount her early struggles adjusting to life on the road on the LPGA Tour. Karen broke through for her first professional win at the 2004 Wllch's/Fry's Championship by a commanding five shots, shooting an LPGA record at the time 22 under par. We learn that it was this victory that paved the way for her LET membership and future Solheim Cup participation. Validation of that initial triumph came at the 2004 Women's British Open ...

Major Champion and Golf Broadcaster Karen Stupples joins Bruce Devlin and Mike Gonzalez to share her story in this first of three episodes. Listen in as Karen looks back on her early years growing up in the idyllic fishing village of Deal, England and discovering the game of golf, first as a caddie for her father at Princes Golf Club and later as a Junior Member at Royal Cinque Ports Golf Club. These two former Open Championship venues were ideal proving grounds for the young Stupples as she pro...

Sally Little, winner of two major championships on the LPGA Tour, fondly recalls both, the 1980 LPGA Championship and the 1988 du Maurier Classic. Sally also recounts many of her 15 LPGA victories along the way including a win at the 1982 Nabisco Dinah Shore one year before it was to become a major. She also lost the 1986 Women's U.S. Open in a playoff with Jane Geddes. Listen in as Sally remembers introducing Nelson Mandela to her astonished LPGA friends in South Africa and shares her philanthr...

2-time major championship winner Sally Little begins her life story, learning the game as a young lady in apartheid South Africa. Tagging along with her father pulling a trolley for money, Sally's game, beginning at the age of 12, quickly developed. With no female golf role models, Sally looked to Bobby Locke, her father's friend, and Gary Player for inspiration. Turning pro at 19, Sally joined the PGA Tour where she earned Rookie of the Year honors in 1971. It took her a few years to learn how ...

Joyce Ziske Malison looks back on the final years of a relatively short professional career with her highlight being her victory in the 1960 Women's Western Open, then an LPGA major championship, at the Donald Ross-designed Beverly CC on the south side of Chicago, in a playoff with Barbara Romack. Joyce's largest paycheck didn't come until long after she had retired, winning the 52+ division of the inaugural Marilyn Smith Founders Classic and pocketing $10,500. She married in 1961 and transition...

Winner of the 1960 Women's Western Open, Joyce Ziske Malison takes us back to her youth growing up on a farm on the south side of Milwaukee, Wisconsin, living across the street from a driving range. Joyce remembers outdriving Patty Berg when she played an exhibition with her at age 14. She recalls her junior and amateur career that included participating in the 1954 Curtis Cup at Merion GC. Joyce turned professional in 1955, traveling on the road that first year with Jackie Pung in an old For...

In the finale of our four-part series with golf icon Jane Blalock, "FORE the Good of the Game" delivers an episode teeming with wisdom, resilience, and trailblazing spirit. As one of the most formidable figures in women's golf, Jane brings to life the culmination of her groundbreaking journey, painting an intimate portrait of her professional and personal milestones. In this episode, Jane digs deep into the indelible moments that have defined her legacy, from her unprecedented 27 LPGA ...

In the third episode of our eye-opening four-part series with golf legend Jane Blalock, "FORE the Good of the Game" navigates through one of the most contentious periods in her career—the LPGA's cheating allegations against her. Known for her 27 LPGA Tour wins and groundbreaking contributions to women’s golf, Jane reveals the emotional and professional toll these allegations took on her and how she resiliently persevered. This episode zeroes in on that defining moment in 1972 when Jane was s...

In this captivating second episode of our four-part interview series with Jane Blalock, you're in for a special treat as we dive deep into the legendary golfer's incredible career and experiences on and off the course. Co-hosts Mike Gonzalez and Bruce Devlin lead the conversation, discussing everything from Jane's earliest days on the LPGA Tour to the electrifying tournaments that made her a household name. Jane shares the stage with some of the greatest names in women's golf—Louise Suggs, P...

Step onto the fairway with us as we feature the legendary Jane Blalock in the first installment of an engaging four-part interview. Hosts Mike Gonzalez and Bruce Devlin dig deep into Jane's inspiring journey, revealing not just the golfer, but the person behind the achievements. From humble beginnings at New Hampshire's Portsmouth Country Club to becoming an LPGA Tour stalwart, Jane's story is a treasure trove of trials, triumphs, and life lessons. As a 27-time winner on the LPGA Tour and the h...

World Golf Hall of Fame member and winner of 88 LPGA Tour events, Kathy Whitworth and co-host Mike Gonzalez talk about Kathy's upcoming interview in this rare audio from their test call. Kathy was our first women guest on the podcast and we are so grateful to have captured her story for future generations. Kathy and Mike cover several topics in this excerpt including her fond memories of Rochester, NY, the evolution of golf equipment, the influence of the original sporting goods companies, learn...

Two-time major winner Fuzzy Zoeller recalls with fondness his favorite memory of Mr. Hogan from the Colonial champion's dinners "FORE the Good of the Game." Give Bruce & Mike some feedback via Text. Support the show Follow our show and/or leave a review/rating on: Our Website https://www.forethegoodofthegame.com/reviews/new/ Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fore-the-good-of-the-game/id1562581853 Spotify Podcasts https://open.spotify.com/show/0XSuVGjwQg6bm78COkIhZO?si=b4c9d4...