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Designing Golf

Fried Egg Golf
Golf Architecture
Golf Course Design
Golf Courses
Alister Mackenzie
Augusta National
Penal Design
Strategic Design
Heroic Design
Oakmont Country Club
Royal Melbourne
TPC Sawgrass
Golf Course Architecture
USGA Green Section
Royal St. George's
Bethpage Black
Cypress Point
PGA Tour
Dunes Course At Monterey Peninsula Country Club
Scottsdale National
Template Holes

Designing Golf is a show about golf courses: how they’re built, who builds them, and which ones are worth playing. Hosted by Fried Egg Golf’s Garrett Morrison, Designing Golf will explore all facets of golf architecture, from its basic principles to its history to its practitioners to its best examples in the United States and abroad. Each episode will investigate a different topic in a fun, conci... more

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What is the so-called “Golden Age of golf architecture”? In this installment of our Golf Architecture 101 series, Garrett introduces his Fried Egg Golf colleague PJ Clark to the three big ideas that sparked the Golden Age at the beginning of the 20th... more

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In the U.S., many of the greatest old golf courses have already undergone restoration work. So where can historically informed golf architecture go next? In this episode, Garrett explores a few projects that represent intriguing frontiers of the golf... more

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The Sandbelt of Melbourne, Australia, boasts one of the densest concentrations of great golf courses in the world: the West and East courses of Royal Melbourne, Kingston Heath, Victoria Golf Club, and more. In this episode of Designing Golf, Garrett ... more

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Last year, a devastating wildfire hit Jasper National Park in Alberta, Canada. Jasper Park Lodge and its beautiful Stanley Thompson-designed golf course sustained heavy damage. In today's episode, Garrett speaks with Canadian golf architect Ian Andre... more

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Recent Guests

Jeff Stein
Golf course designer and restoration expert
Partner at Brian Ross Golf Design
Episode: The Future of Golf Course Restoration
Clyde Johnson
Golf course architect with experience in British links restoration
Consultant
Episode: The Future of Golf Course Restoration
Harley Kruse
Australian golf architect and Melbourne native with expertise in vegetation management.
Episode: Regions of Golf: The Melbourne Sandbelt
Lukas Michel
Golf architect and consultant specializing in Australian golf courses.
Episode: Regions of Golf: The Melbourne Sandbelt
Ian Andrew
Accomplished golf architect and authority on Stanley Thompson
Episode: Jasper Park Rises from the Ashes
Greg Nathan
President and CEO of the National Golf Foundation
Episode: The State of the Golf Course Industry (2025 Edition)
Andy Staples
Golf course architect who designed a match play specific golf course.
PGA National Resort
Episode: What Makes a Good Match-Play Golf Course?
Brian Schneider
Golf course designer with a skeptical view on designing specifically for match play.
Episode: What Makes a Good Match-Play Golf Course?
Bob Crosby
Golf historian discussing the history of fairness in golf course design.
Episode: The History of the Idea of Fairness in Golf

Host

Garrett Morrison
Host of numerous discussions focusing on golf architecture, bringing depth of knowledge and engaging conversation to the topic.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 205 ratings
  • Match play course design

    What Garrett and Andy Staples fail to take into account in discussing match play is matches involving players of different skill levels. Because the Staple does not have a rating or slope, a player would not have a handicap for the course and the holes would not ranked. If both players are the same skill level, it doesn’t matter as much, but if a 5 is playing a 12, for example, it does matter.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Markvvk
    United States3 months ago
  • Love it!

    Great job, Garrett. This is great enrichment to my golf experience. Keep up the great work

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mr. Crankypants
    United States3 months ago
  • Exceptional information about golf course design

    Hands down, this golf architecture podcast is the most compelling content on the internet right now. Every episode so far is a masterclass in what I never knew I needed to know about golf design. And, it’s delivered with intelligence from someone with an infectious personality! If you even remotely believe golf has a soul, this is where you’ll find it. Essentially listening. 5 stars.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Micreemo
    United States4 months ago
  • Absorbing

    So good - just another level of detail and engaging conversation about golf architecture.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    IanSwiss
    Switzerland5 months ago
  • 10/10 recommend!

    I have listened to the Fried Egg Podcast for a while but just stumbled on Designing Golf as I have been getting more into golf architecture and I’m obsessed! I’ve binged the majority of the prior episodes this week and can’t get enough. I’m learning so much as I work through these episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bblahnik
    United States5 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the in-depth exploration of golf architecture that caters to both novices and knowledgeable enthusiasts.
Many enjoy the expert perspectives from industry professionals that enhance their understanding of course design.
The conversational style of the host is noted to be engaging and educational, making complex topics accessible.
There is positive feedback about the podcast as an essential resource for golf architecture aficionados wanting detailed insights.

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#19
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#30
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#58
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#18
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#38
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#41
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Regions of Golf: The Melbourne Sandbelt
Q: How receptive are the local private clubs to visitors?
They can be receptive, especially with enough notice. It's recommended to contact the clubs about a year in advance for better chances to play.
Regions of Golf: The Melbourne Sandbelt
Q: What is distinctive about the golf architecture in the Sandbelt?
It's known for its firm turf, which influences how players approach their shots. The architecture is strategically designed, with bunkers placed to challenge players in various ways.
Jasper Park Rises from the Ashes
Q: What is the significance of Stanley Thompson in the history of golf architecture?
He is regarded as one of the fundamental architects in golf course history, significantly contributing to the development of notable courses in Canada and influencing many current architects.
Jasper Park Rises from the Ashes
Q: How did the development of the Jasper Park Lodge and Golf Course initially come about?
The railroads built destinations to encourage tourism, thus constructing the Jasper Park Lodge and later adding a golf course to create a comprehensive resort experience.
Jasper Park Rises from the Ashes
Q: What happened in Jasper and Jasper National Park last year?
There was a wildfire that started near Athabasca Falls due to a lightning strike, affecting a significant area and resulting in about 35 to 40% of Jasper town getting burnt. The fire spread rapidly due to dry conditions and strong winds.

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What is Designing Golf about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show focuses on the intricate world of golf course architecture, examining the processes of design and the factors that shape the playing experience. Discussions cover a wide array of topics, including the history and principles of course design, the influence of prominent architects, and the relationship between cost and accessibility in golf. Episodes frequently feature insights from industry professionals, diving into both the practical and philosophical aspects of golf course creation, ensuring a comprehensive exploration of this specialized field. With its blend of expert interviews and engaging storytelling, the show appeals to golf enthusiasts looking to enhance their understanding of design elements that make courses not only pl... more

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Recent guests on Designing Golf include:

1. Jeff Stein
2. Clyde Johnson
3. Harley Kruse
4. Lukas Michel
5. Ian Andrew
6. Greg Nathan
7. Andy Staples
8. Brian Schneider

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