In this episode of the Cart Barn Podcast, Tyler Watts, a promising junior golfer from Huntsville, Alabama, shares his journey in the sport, including his commitment to the University of Tennessee, experiences in junior tournaments, and insights on training and competition. He discusses the challenges of recruitment, the importance of quality facilities, and the influence of coaching on his development. Tyler also reflects on his experiences at the Junior President's Cup and the US Junior Amateur finals, emphasizing the significance of learning from professional golfers. As he prepares for his future in golf, he highlights the balance between competition and personal growth, along with the importance of fitness and nutrition in his training regimen.

Tad Moore, a renowned designer of golf clubs and putters, discusses his journey in the industry and his passion for creating high-quality equipment. He shares how he got into club making and the influence of his mother, who was a skilled golfer. Tad talks about the importance of visual appeal and feel in putters and his belief that MOI (moment of inertia) may not be the most crucial factor. He also mentions his collaborations with professional golfers, including Seve Ballesteros, Ian Woosnam(who won the Masters with one of Tad's putters) and Sandy Lyle, and his involvement in creating putters for several United States Presidents. Tad discusses the rise of hickory shafted clubs and the growing interest in hickory tournaments. He shares his thoughts on the future of club making, particularly in terms of face technology and the relationship between the ball and the putter face.

In this weeks edition of The Cart Barn, Andy Priest, Executive Dir of the Alabama Golf Association, shares his journey in the golf industry, detailing his experiences from playing baseball to discovering his passion for golf. He discusses the evolution of short courses, his role as the Executive Director of the Alabama Golf Association (AGA), and the importance of youth initiatives like Youth on Course. The conversation also touches on the relationship between the AGA and the Southern Golf Association, the impact of the Allied Golf Association, and Andy's transition back to the Carolinas, where he aims to continue promoting golf and enhancing the golfing experience for all.