With 15-year Tour Caddy Mick Middlemo under the weather and sidelined, DA grabs the mic solo and steers this episode of Tales From The Tips straight down the fairway with a fast-moving, inside-the-ropes breakdown of everything shaking up the PGA Tour.

From Scottie Scheffler’s heater of a start that has the rest of the field checking their yardage books twice, to Patrick Reed’s headline-grabbing return from LIV, DA digs into what it all really means for locker rooms, leaderboards, and the ever-blurry future of professional golf. And it wouldn’t be TFTT without a little real talk — including why the sport is still missing the mark on growing women’s golf, sparked by Nelly Korda’s candid comments about the lost opportunity to better connect the men’s and women’s games.

It’s sharp takes, Tour gossip, big-picture debates, and a few laughs along the way — even without Mick chirping from the passenger seat.

Grab your coffee, your rangefinder, and buckle up… this one’s a quick nine with plenty of heat.

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In this episode of Tales From The Tips, DA and 15-year Tour Caddy Mick Middlemo tee it up at the intersection of golf greatness, locker-room gossip, and tour-life chaos. The guys break down the meteoric rise of Chris Gotterup (and why he suddenly has everyone checking leaderboards twice), while also shining a spotlight on the unsung heroes of the Tour — caddies — who are grinding just as hard, carrying more than bags… and occasionally emotional damage.

They also dive headfirst into the LIV Golf soap opera, exploring how the breakaway league is shaping the decisions of young players who are trying to pick a career path without blowing up their future (or their group chats). Add in Rory McIlroy’s spicy comments about fellow pros, loyalty, and the long-term future of LIV, and you’ve got a full-blown golf culture casserole.

With insider stories, honest takes, and plenty of laughs, DA and Mick unpack the evolving tug-of-war between the PGA Tour and emerging leagues, what it all means for players and fans, and why golf has never been messier — or more entertaining. If you like your golf analysis with a side of humor and real tour perspective, this episode is a must-listen. ⛳️

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and College Sports Discussion
02:49 PGA Tour Insights and Chris Gotterup's Rise
05:59 Challenges for Caddies on the PGA Tour
08:56 Previewing the American Express Tournament
12:02 The Impact of LIV Golf on Young Players
14:55 Caddy Life: Preparing for Tournaments
18:02 Debate on Former Players in Current Tournaments
20:50 Rory McIlroy's Comments on Fellow Players
24:10 Future of LIV Golf and Its Integration
26:59 Wrap-Up and Future Topics

In this episode of Tales From The Tips, DA and 15-year Tour Caddy Mick Middlemo pull back the curtain on a golf world still very much in flux. From the ongoing LIV Golf vs. PGA Tour drama to the real meaning and future of the Sony Open, nothing is off-limits. The guys break down Brooks Koepka’s return to the PGA Tour, the money, the motivations, and what it all means for players, caddies, and fans alike. Along the way, they swap classic Hawaii stories, behind-the-ropes insights, and caddie camaraderie you won’t hear anywhere else. Equal parts informed, unfiltered, and entertaining—this is golf talk straight from the inside.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Anniversary Reflections
02:01 LIV Golf and Brooks Koepka's Return
10:01 The Financial Landscape of Professional Golf
20:05 Personal Anecdotes from the Sony Open
30:02 Looking Ahead: The American Express and Future Tournaments