The Stories, Friendships & Traditions Behind Golf
Fairways & Friends Pawdscast shares authentic conversations from every corner of the golf world — preserving the stories, traditions, and relationships that make the game unforgettable.
ABOUT THE PODCAST
More Than Golf.
It’s Connection.
Fairways & Friends Podcast was created to celebrate the people, stories, and relationships that make golf unforgettable.
Hosted by PGA Master Professional Courtney Connell, the podcast explores the traditions, character, and moments that connect generations through the game. From players and teachers to caddies, architects, broadcasters, industry leaders, and lifelong golf lovers, each conversation offers a deeper look into the human side of golf.
Through authentic storytelling and meaningful conversations, Fairways & Friends aims to inspire, educate, entertain, and preserve the timeless spirit of the game — both on and off the course.
Whether you’re a competitive golfer, a weekend player, or simply someone who appreciates the camaraderie surrounding golf, Fairways & Friends brings together voices and experiences that remind us why the game means so much to so many.
Latest Episodes
Episode 001
Stories From the LPGA Tour with Angela Stanford
In the premiere episode of Fairways & Friends Podcast, Courtney Connell sits down with LPGA Tour veteran and major champion Angela Stanford to discuss life on tour, mentorship, competing at the highest level, and the relationships that make the game unforgettable.
Episode 002
Building the Game from the Ground Up
Courtney Connell sits down with a renowned golf course architect to explore the creativity, strategy, and vision behind designing memorable golf experiences. From course restoration to modern trends in architecture, this episode dives into how great courses shape the way we experience the game.
Episode 003
The Heartbeat of the Clubhouse
In this episode, Courtney visits with a longtime PGA Professional about the traditions, friendships, and behind-the-scenes moments that define club life. From junior golf memories to member relationships and the future of the game, the conversation celebrates the people who keep golf communities thriving.
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Meet Courtney Connell
From caddie to PGA Master Professional, Courtney Connell has spent a lifetime immersed in the game of golf — building relationships, mentoring players, and helping grow the game at every level.
For 17 years, Courtney served as PGA Head Golf Professional at Mira Vista Country Club, where he became known for his leadership, passion for the game, and commitment to creating meaningful golf experiences for members and guests alike.
A Past President of the Northern Texas PGA and former Board Member of the Texas Golf Hall of Fame, Courtney has dedicated much of his career to serving the golf community through leadership, education, junior golf initiatives, charitable fundraising, and player development programs across Texas and beyond.
Through Fairways & Friends, Courtney brings together the stories, friendships, traditions, and personalities that make golf far more than just a game.
Outside of golf, Courtney enjoys spending time with his wife, seven children, and ten grandchildren.
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The stories shared on Fairways & Friends are rooted in something bigger than the game itself — community, mentorship, resilience, and opportunity.
PAWDS
pronounced: /pawdz/
noun | West Texas slang
1. A trusted friend, partner, or companion.
2. One who shares the road, the round, the story, and the laugh.
3. A term of friendship born from the evolution of language, loyalty, and Texas spirit.
1. A trusted friend, partner, or companion.
2. One who shares the road, the round, the story, and the laugh.
3. A term of friendship born from the evolution of language, loyalty, and Texas spirit.
Used in a sentence:
“Pull up a chair, Pawds — we’re talking golf.”
