Big Drive Energy

The official podcast of Big Drive Energy, a golf podcast from the Golfer Gang Network. A drinking podcast with a golf problem. 2 Brothers- former golf professional Spencer Smith and current teaching pro Mitchell Smith are here to highlight current golf culture and debunk the myth that golf is a stuffy sport. Crack a beer and enjoy!

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Xander is Golden, Gambling Games To Take On The...
In this episode of Big Drive Energy the Golf Bros discussed Xander Schauffele taking home the gold medal and what each medal meant to the players and their country from Tokyo 2021. Also, with this weeks official Tour event being a stableford scoring format they discuss what that looks like as well as a myriad of other gambling games and competitions you can play in when you go out on the golf course. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
45 min
227
DNVR Golf's One Year Anniversary- Olympic Previ...
In the one year anniversary episode of DNVR Golf and the Big Drive Energy podcast the Golf Bros previewed the Olympic Games in the golf world. Picks and odds via the Draftkings Sportsbook. Then a new game called "Which country is that golfer from" makes it's debut. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
38 min
228
Running Tour Events with Ryan Shivley
In this episode of Big Drive Energy the Golf Bros had a great chat with Ryan Shivley- a PGA professional who has worked at incredible venues like TPC Sawgrass and TPC Sugarloaf. He's now a professional at TPC Heron Lakes in Berthoud, CO where they recently hosted the Colorado Championship on the Korn Ferry tour. Being his 11th tour sanctioned event Ryan gives them all the details on how a tour event is ran from the inside out- including re-engraving members lockers for the week and setting up the golf course. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
47 min
229
The 149th Open Championship Preview and Picks
The Open Championship returns to Royal St. Georges for the first time since 2011 where Darren Clarke won after being 150-1 before the week. This links course in Sandwich, Kent will prove to be a tough test of golf for the worlds best, as only 7 players total have been under par in the last two Open Championships at this venue. The Golf Bros give you their best bets and long shots for the last major tournament in 2021. All odds via the Draftkings Sportsbook. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
34 min
230
The Match 4 Recap, Olympic Rosters Announced, P...
The Match 4 was a wild success- Moonlight Basin was a great venue and really showed everyone the beauty of a mountain golf course complete with bears and beautiful views. Then the Golf Bros discussed the Olympic rosters for Tokyo and the craziness the guys from Korea have to deal with- either medal or face a military sentence. They they give their Draftkings picks for the upcoming birdie fest that is the John Deere Classic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
42 min
231
The Perfect Balance of Long Days Playing Golf a...
The Travelers Championship was one for the books. 8 playoff holes into the dusk between Harris English and Kramer Hickok made for one long day of exciting golf. While this was going on Mitch had his own long day- the Summer Solstice tournament at Spring Valley where 12 members play 54 holes and must have an open container the entire day- spanning from 6:15am to 9pm. We recap it all here- and give you the secret formula to drinking successfully on the golf course. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
53 min
232
Breaking Down Jon Rahm's Incredible Comeback at...
Joined by Henry Chisholm, we break down the leaders coming down the stretch. Jon Rahm made 2 incredible birdies to vault his way to the top, and leader for most of Sunday Louis Oosthuizen hit one in the hazard at 17. He had to hole an approach shot for eagle at 18 to send the US Open into a playoff but couldn't make it happen. Jon Rahm, at -6 for the week, captured his first major and also became the first Spaniard to win the US Open Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
61 min
233
US Open Preview, Monday Brawls, and Higgo's Imp...
Garrick Higgo may not be a household name, but with a victory in his second career Tour start, the 22 year old is bursting on the to professional golf scene in America. Then we discuss 2 insane stories from the Korn Ferry Tour the past week- one involving an all out brawl over golf etiquette that ended in an arrest and one player who essentially cheated his was into a tournament and was kicked off after 9 holes. We finish up the episode with a US Open preview and our DraftKings picks for 2021's 3rd major. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
48 min
234
Jon Rahm's shocking WD and how the PGA Tour is ...
COVID has been a battle for the entire world in some way or another- the PGA Tour had to take a stand after Jon Rahm, the post third round leader at the memorial, received news he tested positive for COVID after receiving word early in the week he was in close contact with a positive test. Patrick Cantlay ended up taking home the title after beating Collin Morikawa in a playoff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
44 min
235
How Social Media is Transforming The PGA Tour
Social media plays a huge role in all of our lives- and the PGA Tour is trying to capitalize on it. The Golf Bros discuss the new incentives for tour players to be more active on social media. There was also some major beef (or is there) between Bryson and Brooks that we had to discuss. Plus a recap of Colonial and a preview of the upcoming PGA event at Muirfield Village- the Memorial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
43 min
236
Big Drive Energy: Phil Rewrites The History Boo...
The Golf Bros coming at you live from the DNVR Bar for a live reaction and wrap up of the PGA Championship Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
42 min
237
Flying Horse Post Round with RK and Hank
It began with a birdie chip in by Mitch and a 6 hole lead before the front 9 was over, but then the tides turned and Spence chipped in for birdie on 18 to halve the match. Make sure to check out the Colorado Golf Association website for all the member play days where you get the chance to play private clubs without paying a huge fee! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
41 min
238
Is Rory Back? Byron Nelson Preview and We May H...
Rory is back into the winners circle, but will it continue? Then we go off the rails for some random stories of us playing with Tour players in High school. Then we give our Draftkings picks of the week for the Byron Nelson in a week to bounce back! All of this after a whiskey tasting at the DNVR Bar- you'll be able to tell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
49 min
239
GOING STREAKING: Burns Wins The Valspar For Our...
WE'RE GOING STREAKING! First the Golf Bros recap the Valspar Championship which blessed us with our second winner on Tour in a row watching Sam Burns take home his first PGA title. Then (20:20) after seeing the golden paintbrush trophy we ranked the top 10 trophies on the PGA Tour based on uniqueness and originality- none of that old school stuff. We finished up (43:35) by trying to go for 3 in a row with our picks for the Wells Fargo Championship at Quail Hollow. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
50 min
240
What. A. Week.
After a red letter weekend for Big Drive Energy, the Golf Bros sit down to recap a huge success from Saturday with the Inaugural DNVR Golf shootout being completely sold out with everyone having a great time. Then, if you tuned into last weeks pod and followed our picks of the week you found yourself up 15 units after Marc Leishman and Cameron Smith took home the trophy at the Zurich Classic. We finished up the week with the day long hole in one challenge on Monday where we took over 700 golf shots trying to make an ace from 140 yards. Last but certainly not least they give out picks for this weekends Tour event, the Valspar Championship Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
50 min
241
Stewart Cink's the field, All Time Father Son D...
Stewart Cink dominated at the RBC Heritage at Harbour Town, setting the course record for 2 rounds and cruising to a 4 shot victory at 19 under. He had his son on the bag and a hot mic picked up his son talking to him after the final putt and we got a little dusty. This got us thinking of other father son duos in the golf world and professional sports world. We wrap up this weeks pod with some picks and a preview of the only team event on the PGA Tour- the Zurich Classic in New Orleans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
45 min
242
Masters recap with Ryan Koenigsberg
Hideki Mastuyama became the first Japanese born male to win a major- and we break it all down for you. Who impressed us this week? Who fell short? What our Masters dinner would look like and an extensive dive into Rhubarb- is it a fruit or a vegetable and does in belong in pie?? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
57 min
243
It's backkk- The 2021 Masters Preview with Ryan...
Ryan Koenigsberg joins the golf bros to discuss the upcoming Masters. Can Jordan Spieth win back to back events? Our favorite Masters moments and finally our Draftkings picks to win, Top 10, and Top 20 with sleepers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
56 min
244
Ace in the Hole- Hole In One Stories
A hole in one is the most sacred thing in golf. Sergio Garcia had a walkoff ace this weekend so it got us thinking- what are the actual odds of a hole in one? Why does the person that makes one have to pick up the bar tab at the course? How good are the golfers making them? All these questions answered and more in this weeks edition of Big Drive Energy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
49 min
245
Breaking Through with LPGA Pro Kelli McKandless
The Golf Bros are joined by LPGA Pro and Instructor Kelli McKandless. She is the current owner operator of KMG18.com and the Golf Barn Parker- an immaculate indoor facility in her backyard in Parker. We discussed her Colorado Golf Expo presentation on breaking through in golf. Whether or not you are a beginner looking to get into golf or you've caught the bug already she explains how to level up and truly enjoy the great game we call golf! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
82 min
246
Big Announcement For DNVR Golf and a preview of...
In this Episode of Big Drive Energy the Golf Bros discuss Matt Jones impressive 5 shot victory at The Honda Classic and his quick pace of play. Then they preview the bracket and key matchups for this weeks Dell Technologies match play event and finish the pod with some big announcements for this golf season and DNVR golf that you won't want to miss!! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
32 min
247
How To Calm Your Nerves in Golf, Recap of the P...
In this episode of Big Drive Energy the Golf Bros recap an exciting weekend at the Players culminating in a victory for Justin Thomas. In the same group with him Sunday was a 24 year old in his second full year on Tour Doug Ghim- whom Mitch played at the junior Ryder Cup academy a few years back. There are some great stories from their days down in Florida and how Doug Him got to the position he's in now. Even with all his experience, Ghim was admittedly nervous on Sunday- and they have some tips and tricks on how to calm those nerves and start to play better, competitive golf. Then after a +6 unit week at the Players thanks to a Lee Westwood Top 10- the Draftkings picks of the week for the Honda Classic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
53 min
248
Golf Ballin' On A Budget
In this Episode of Big Drive Energy we discuss how Bryson just overpowered Bay Hill to take a one shot W over Lee Westwood. Then we answer a listener question and do a deeper dive on how to golf when you're on a stricter budget with tips and tricks to get better without spending top dollar. We finish up with a preview of the Players Championship at TPC Sawgrass preview with our Draftkings picks of the week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
56 min
249
Colorado's Best Golf in 2020
Collin Morikawa wins and joins a list with only Tiger Woods at the WGC. Annika Sorenstam makes an insane comeback after 13 years off. Brendan Grace gets off the schneid in Puerto Rico. Then we discuss the 2020 CAGGY awards- the staff picks and awards given out to Colorado golf courses by the Colorado Avid Golfer magazine. Which awards did they get right and which ones did they miss on? We finish up with our Draftking's Sportsbook picks of the week for the Arnold Palmer at Bay Hill. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
47 min
250
Utah Valley Strength Coach Cameron Dietz, Tiger...
The Golf Bro's open with discussion of Tigers recent issues, Twitter legend Max Homa taking home the W at Riviera against a stacked field, and the curse of the Puerto Rico Open. Then Utah Valley University's strength and conditioning coach Cameron Dietz joins us (25:10) to discuss their programs current success sitting 7th in Division 1 golf. He tells us what a day in the life of a college golfer looks like, what exercises they perform in the weight room, and the current Canadien pipeline the university has in recruiting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
83 min