What social influence does the Masters have on golf? Last week, the National Golf Foundation reported that in the 795 weeks that passed since January 1, 2008, only 33 resulted in a 20% or greater week-over-week increase in overall search popularity for golf. Of that total 14 of the 15 Masters prior to 2023 were among that total.

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> Tom Doak returns to Cape Kidnappers | Read
> PGA Professional Spotlight: Kurt Uniek | Read
> The latest industry news | Read

QUESTION OF THE WEEK

What are your thoughts on the 2023 Masters?

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KURT UNIEK
Player Development Manager, George Dunne National Golf Club

The First Call: Do you have a preferred style or philosophy for teaching golf?
Kurt Uniek: I train the eyes, hands and brain. I let my students know this game is very difficult and it is my job to simplify it so they think they have a chance at it.

TFC: Where is there room for growth within the industry?
KU: I think there is room for growth in every area. If you are not trying to improve and grow then you are dying.

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> Masters was proof that keeping PGA Tour, LIV Golf players apart is a huge mistake
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GOLF INNERVIEW WITH ANN LIGUORI
Bob Casper recalls another side of his father, Billy Casper
Radio co-host joins 'Golf Innerview' host Ann Liguori to talk about the three-time major champion, including the 1970 Masters, and storylines to expect at Augusta National
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DRIVER$
Building the perfect golf app
Golf Genius CEO Mike Zisman reflects on golfer experience apps and technology with co-hosts Jon Last and David Klein
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GOLF INNERVIEW WITH ANN LIGUORI
John Simpson tells of IMG's early days, emerging stars
Before becoming founder and CEO of On Course Foundation, Simpson managed the emerging careers of Hall of Famers such as Bernhard Langer, Nick Price and Nick Faldo. He joins host Ann Liguori to share his stories
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JULY
25-27: GCBAA Summer Meeting, Lake Geneva, Wisc. | Info

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