Going OB

Well… I’ll say it.

Rory McIlroy wins at Augusta and I’ve been completely off about Harry Diamond.

Quick take on The Masters, Rory’s performance, and why I might need to rethink everything I’ve said before.

Golf has a way of humbling you… even off the course.

This week on Going OB, I’m joined by Niall, CGO of Skratchr — a new app aiming to solve one of golf’s biggest problems:

👉 Finding people to actually play with.

After moving to the UK and struggling to break into the “cliquey” side of golf, Niall set out to build a platform that makes the game more social, more accessible, and ultimately… more fun.

We dive into the story behind Skratchr, the challenges of building a golf startup from scratch, and whether this kind of platform can genuinely help grow the game.

Along the way, we also get into:

* Why golf clubs can feel closed off
* The reality of trying to improve as an amateur
* What goes into building a golf business from the ground up
* Course management, handicaps, and mindset
* And why golf is (and should be) about people first

If you’ve ever struggled to find a game, felt like an outsider at a golf club, or just love hearing about new ideas shaping the game — this one’s for you.

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Season 4 of Going OB was meant to be about improving at golf… but it’s turned into something much bigger than that.

In this recap episode, I look back on the stories, conversations, and moments that have shaped the season so far — from chasing scratch and breaking down putting, to powerful personal journeys and honest conversations that go far beyond the game.

Featuring insights and reflections from guests across the season so far, this episode pulls together the real theme of Going OB:

It’s not about perfect golf.

It’s about people, progress, and the stories we all share through the game.

If you’ve been following the journey so far — thank you. If you’re new here, this is the perfect place to start.

🎧 Follow the podcast and join the journey.

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In this episode, I sits down with Jamie — the man behind Diary of a High Handicapper — to talk about one of the most relatable journeys in golf content today.

Starting the game at 33, Jamie didn’t just fall in love with golf… he documented the entire journey.

What began as a lockdown project quickly turned into a thriving YouTube channel with thousands of subscribers — all built on honesty, struggle, and real improvement.

The conversation dives into:

What it’s really like starting golf later in life
The reality of trying to improve as a high handicapper
The highs (viral videos) and lows (when no one watches) of YouTube golf
Why being relatable beats being perfect
How short game and course management can transform your scores

If you’ve ever felt stuck in your golf game or wondered whether starting a channel is worth it — this episode is for you.
⏱️ Episode Timestamps
00:00 – Intro & setting the scene
04:00 – Jamie’s late start in golf (age 33) and early obsession
05:30 – Starting the YouTube channel during lockdown
07:00 – The video that changed everything (3rd upload goes viral)
12:00 – Why relatable golf content wins
15:30 – Having a plan
18:30 – Short game gains & eliminating “bad misses”
27:30 – YouTube golf: instruction vs entertainment
32:30 – Goals for the year: breaking 20 handicap
34:45 – Subscriber series & building a golf community
36:45 – Final thoughts & advice for high handicappers

📲 Follow Jamie – Diary of a High Handicapper:

Instagram: @diaryofahighhandicapper
YouTube: Diary of a High Handicapper

In this episode I welcome back former Ladies European Tour professional, and former host, Danielle Thwaites for a big announcement.

Danielle has officially begun her comeback journey to try and qualify for the AIG Women’s British Open.

After time away from professional golf, the fire has been reignited — and she’s now preparing to compete in high-level amateur events with the goal of progressing through pre-qualifying, Monday qualifying, and ultimately reaching the final stage.

We talk about the inspiration behind the comeback, the sacrifices required to compete again, and what it really takes to chase a dream tournament like the Women’s Open.

Danielle also shares how she’ll be documenting the journey on YouTube, the challenges of balancing life and practice, and why she feels she still has unfinished business in the game.

If you love comeback stories, elite golf insights, and the reality behind competitive golf — this episode is for you.

00:00 – Danielle returns to GoingOB
02:10 - Life lately
10:58 – Why Danielle decided to make a comeback
15:39 – The road to qualifying for the AIG Women’s Open
24:50 – Training, practice and preparation
26:43 – Documenting the journey on YouTube Shorts
33:34 – Final thoughts & what’s next

Follow Danielle Thwaites and her comeback journey:

YouTube / Shorts: Danielle.golfer