Life off the Links
Life off the Links
Kevin Matznick
Welcome to 'Life off the Links’! This isn’t your typical golf podcast, we're not just here to talk about the players we all admire or the ins and outs of their game. This is a chance to hear about their Life OFF the Links. Ever wondered what your favorite golfers are like when they're not on the course? Well, that's exactly what we will explore!We'll chat about everything from their childhood memories and how they first fell in love with the game, to the passions and challenges that shape who they are beyond the game.So whether you're a golf fanatic like me or just curious about the lives of those who make a living from the game, join us as we dive into what makes them just like you and me. A person with a story. Welcome to Life off the Links! Let's tee it up! 
He did WHAT to win a PGA Tour Event?! Jonathan Byrd on Life off the Links
Jonathan Byrd is a 5-time PGA Tour winner and an amazing human being. I chatted with him about how he started getting serious about the game of golf, how he and his wife met, what he loves to do when he's not playing golf, and what it was like meeting JUSTIN TIMBERLAKE after his epic victory at the 2010 Shriners Hospitals for Children Open! He also has amazing advice to high school students who may be pursuing the game of golf! (Check out the last 10 minutes for that) DON'T FORGET T...
Jun 25, 2024
1 hr 20 min
COLLEGE GOLF RECRUITING and the PURSUIT OF PRO GOLF; Cecily Overbey's Life off the Links
From playing "with the boys" in junior golf, to becoming one of NC State's most prominent players, Cecily Overbey and I had a great conversation about what led her to play collegiate golf and is helping her pursue her dreams to play on the LPGA Tour. Cecily shares a lot of great insight into what goes into the recruitment process for college golf and what she found to be important for her in making such an important decision. As a fellow NC State Alumni, we had to chat a good bit ab...
Jun 20, 2024
1 hr
Mike Hicks - Payne Stewart's caddie shares about 1999 US Open and 40+ years as a PGA Tour Caddie
Payne Stewart’s Caddie reflects on the 1999 U.S. Open as it heads back to Pinehurst #2 this week! Mike Hicks shares stories from his 40+ year career as a caddie on the PGA Tour including many incredible memories he shared during the 12 years on the bag with the late Payne Stewart. You do not want to miss this episode! Enjoy Mike Hicks’ Life off the LinksSUBSCRIBE! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_REnd9CxTJl-D2ZunsGnlQ?sub_confirmation=1Mike Hicks on X: @hcksey1Tour Cad...
Jun 10, 2024
1 hr 27 min
Curtis Thompson, Lexi Thompson's brother, shares insight to her retirement and about his own Life off the Links
RARE INSIGHT FROM LEXI THOMPSON'S BROTHER about her decision to retire! Also, Curtis shares about his life off the links as I talked with him about growing up with an older brother on the PGA Tour and battling out with his younger sister, Lexi all growing up! He shares his ups and downs with his status on the PGA Tour and how some unexpected people were the ones to convince him to not give up pursuing the game professionally! Finally, he shares what it's like now being a dad as him and his wi...
Jun 4, 2024
1 hr 2 min
Personal Reflection about Grayson Murray + how the viral video "Golf Boys" originated! - BEN CRANE on Life off the Links
I share some thoughts on Grayson Murray's tragic death and how we can all #TeeUpAConversation with each other. Ben Crane shares about his Life off the Links in this week's episode. Hear about how his Grandfather played a huge role in his learning the game of golf. Also, hear about how his faith has shaped who he is and why he thinks it even plays an advantage in professional golf. In addition to all of that, hear the HILARIOUS story of how "Golf Boys" originated and who the golfer was th...
May 27, 2024
1 hr 3 min
Episode 2- From the First Tee to Pro Golfer; Elsa Diaz
Born in the USA, then moved to Mexico where her mom is from and then a few years later, her family packed up everything and moved back to the US to San Antonio. Elsa picked up her first club at The First Tee program and now a professional golfer...Elsa Diaz's journey to pro golf is inspiring! Tune in as she shares her amazing story about packing everything up one day in Mexico and being thrust into American culture without warning. Her journey from The First Tee to collegiate golf a...
May 20, 2024
56 min
Episode 1 - Webb Simpson; MAJOR CHAMPION
Major Champion, Players Champion, 3x Ryder Cup member and 3x President's Cup member Webb Simpson talks about his Life OFF the Links! We chat about everything from first falling in love with the game, to how he met his wife, why his faith is such a big part of who he is, and so much more in this episode! Webb Simpson Challenge: webbsimpsonchallenge.comBible Caddie Podcast: - Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4a27KBr0QUDMmK9TSSXIUu?si=5dc817cce8cc4d2e- Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.appl...
May 13, 2024
1 hr 2 min
Life off the Links PREVIEW episode
Welcome to Life off the Links! I'm a normal guy with a passion for golf and people. For years I've had a dream about starting a podcast where I interview professionals in the game to hear about their "life OFF the links". I am absolutely loving the journey and realizing that we all have a story and we all come from somewhere. Join us on the journey! Let's tee up some conversation! Check out our YouTube channel with the video recordings if you prefer to watch the interviews! Tha...
May 6, 2024
4 min