Scratch Social Golf Podcast

This week’s episode is packed with spicy golf news, strong opinions, and brilliant community contributions, the kind of episode that reminds you why golf is never just about golf.
After a quick catch-up, we jump straight into Scratch Social News with Spice Ratings, breaking down a messy LPGA season opener, a dominant PGA Tour performance, a breakthrough win on the DP World Tour, and a growing sense that golf tour’s rulebook is being applied… selectively.
We talk about how poor communication can hijack big moments, why legacy performances still matter and what happens when players stop believing the rules apply equally to everyone.
From there, the episode shifts into listener-led segments:
Favourite golf books
Golf “icks” we all secretly share
A brilliant golf course under €50 recommendation
Paddy’s Underrated Golf Course of the Week, a Dublin classic that deserves far more love
We wrap up with Up & Down of the Week, thank the community, and remind listeners to keep the DMs, questions and voice notes coming.
⛳ In this episode:
🌶️ LPGA Tour controversy & why communication matters
🏆 A dominant PGA Tour performance at Torrey Pines
🌍 DP World Tour breakthrough win
🔥 LIV, DP World Tour & why the rules feel blurred
📚 Best golf books for mindset & pressure
💶 Golf course under €50 (listener pick)
🔎 Underrated Irish golf course of the week
📈 Up & Down of the Week
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Welcome to Episode 12 of Scratch Social! Grab a coffee, we’ve got a massive week to catch up on, from major Irish golf course shake-ups, Blades' fat naps to Scottie being... well, Scottie.

⛳ In this episode:
🌍 Scratch Social Golf News: The Wicklow/Wexford shuffle
🏰 Killeen Castle: Meath’s 12th-century hotel comeback
🏆 Tour Talk: Scottie’s $100M milestone & Reed in Dubai
🌯 Blades Brown: The new face of golf?
🇮🇪 Bucket List Golf Course
💶 Best under €50
📈 Up & Down of the Week

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Welcome to Episode 11 of Scratch Social, double digits already! Time really does fly when you’re having fun.
This week, we cover a packed golf agenda as the 2026 season properly comes to life. We start with a Scratch Social news update and a strong focus on women’s amateur and professional golf, as momentum continues to build across the game.
We dive into the latest WTGL player announcements, highlighting a star-studded lineup that signals just how serious this new competition is about showcasing elite women’s golf. From major champions to global icons, the conversation explores what this means for visibility, opportunity, and the future of the women’s game.
The episode then turns to the men’s tours, with reaction to the DP World Tour’s Dubai Invitational, where drama unfolded right to the final hole, and the PGA Tour’s Sony Open in Hawaii, where composure and emotional control once again proved decisive.
We also touch on the return of the LPGA and Ladies European Tour, Paddy reveals what he posted for the social media trend of 2016, and why it’s simply great to have the tours back in full swing.
Listener engagement takes centre stage with a brilliant hypothetical question from Scratch Social community member Danny Doyle, challenging us to pick just two golf courses one links and one parkland to play for the rest of our lives.
The episode finishes with our latest Scratch Social Course Picks, including a bucket-list destination, a superb course under €50 recommended by listeners, and Up & Down of the Week.

⛳ In this episode:
🌍 Scratch Social Golf News
📸 Golf social media then vs now
💬 Listener question: two courses for life
🇮🇪 Scratch Social Course Picks
💶 Best golf course under €50
📈 Up & Down of the Week
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Welcome to Episode 10 of Scratch Social.

We kick off the episode with the big Brooks Koepka news and do a deep dive into the Pathway back to the PGA Tour.

Key Topics:
Golf news and updates
Impact of Tiger Woods' 50th birthday
WTGL launch and gender inclusion Progress in golf takes time and dedication
Listener emails and messages from Ruth, Noeleen and Kevin: Setting goals and seeking professional guidance are key to improvement

Chapters
00:00 Golf News and Updates
11:27 Impact of Tiger Woods' 50th Birthday
21:16 Progress Report from Ruth Gill
26:20 Finding the Right Golf Coach
35:10 Bucket List Golf Course
44:23 Episode Wrap-Up

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Scratch Social Bonus Episode - The Irish Golfing Calendar For 2026!

In this episode, Eimear McManus and Padraig Lynch delve into the exciting Irish golfing calendar for 2026, covering both amateur and professional events. They discuss key tournaments, highlight the importance of women's golf, and share personal anecdotes about their golfing experiences. The conversation also touches on optimizing holidays to attend these events and the significance of music in their golfing journeys.
Takeaways
The Irish golfing calendar for 2026 is packed with exciting events.
Amateur golf is gaining popularity, thanks to figures like Gary Cork.
The West of Ireland Men's Amateur Championship is a highlight in April.
Women's amateur events are expanding, with new championships added.
The KPMG Women's Irish Open is a key event in the women's golf calendar.
The Walker Cup will be held in Ireland, attracting top talent.
Optimizing holidays can enhance the experience of attending golf events.
Music plays a significant role in the golfing experience for both hosts.
The Legends Tour offers a relaxed atmosphere with seasoned players.
Engagement with young fans is a priority at women's golf events.
Titles
Exploring the 2026 Irish Golfing Calendar
Amateur vs. Professional Golf: What's New in 2026?
Sound bites
"What a place, what a venue!"
"It's a super event!"
"I love the Legends Tour!"
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Irish Golfing Calendar 2026
01:33 Highlighting Amateur Golf Events
05:05 Women's Amateur Golf Championships
09:06 Mid-Amateur Championships and Personal Goals
10:22 Upcoming Major Tournaments
12:54 The Arnold Palmer Cup and Future Stars
17:26 Historic Tournaments and Family Connections
21:21 The Walker Cup and Its Significance
22:25 Collecting Golf Memorabilia
25:42 Exciting Women's Golf Events in Ireland
31:03 Men's Golf Tournaments and the PGA Cup
33:34 The Legends Tour and Its Unique Appeal
37:50 Optimising Your Golf Calendar
42:06 Musical Tastes and Golfing Adventures

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