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Tales of a PGA Tour Caddie
Season 1 · Episode 7

Tales of a PGA Tour Caddie

The Pull Hook

May 4, 20221h 12m

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Show Notes

In this episode, special guest Bobby Brown shares his journey into professional caddying and experiences with amateur golfers. He discusses his transition to the PGA tour, working with Dustin Johnson, and handling critical moments at the Pebble Beach US Open. The hosts also delve into golf scenarios, crowd behavior, and Bobby's stories of Dustin's wins and journey with coach Butch.

On this episode, Matt and Mike sit down with veteran PGA Tour Caddie Bobby Brown for part one of a three part series. The guys discuss how Bobby got his start caddying on the PGA Tour and the role tennis legend Pete Sampras played. Then it's all about Bobby's time with Dustin Johnson. How Bobby talked his way onto Dustin Johnson's bag, pretty clever. How he connected Dustin Johnson and Butch Harmon in 2009 at Hazeltine. The 2010 US Open debacle at Pebble Beach from Bobby's perspective. Lastly, the 2010 infamous PGA Championship "bunker" penalty at Whistling Straights that never should've been. You do not want to miss this three part series!

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(0:00) Introduction and guest Bobby Brown (1:44) Bobby Brown's journey into professional caddying and experiences with amateur golfers (10:33) Bobby Brown's experiences with Pete Sampras and other celebrities (13:29) Bobby Brown's transition to caddying on the PGA tour and discovering Dustin Johnson (20:07) Bobby Brown on the challenges of caddying and decision to work with Dustin Johnson (22:30) Personal experiences with Dustin Johnson, his intelligence and unique habits (27:06) The critical moments at Pebble Beach US Open and handling pressure (34:04) Relationship with other caddies and realization of Dustin Johnson's potential (37:18) The importance of watching broadcasts, learning from them, and controversial calls (55:39) Discussion on golf scenarios, crowd behavior and golf industry (1:01:36) Bobby Brown's stories of Dustin's wins and journey with coach Butch (1:08:05) Introduction to part 1 of Tales from a PGA Tour Caddy and advice for future caddies (1:11:21) Discussion on Pound Ridge and closing remarks