Episodes
Welcome to the Fairways & Friends Podcast, where host Courtney Connell sits down with leaders, innovators, and storytellers from the worlds of golf, sports, business, faith, and community. Each episode explores the journeys, lessons, and relationships that shape successful lives both on and off the course.
Browse the latest episodes below and discover the stories behind the people making an impact in their communities, industries, and beyond.
Latest Episodes
Maulana Dotch, PGA | The Legacy of Mentorship
PGA Professional Maulana Dotch joins Courtney Connell to share her remarkable journey through golf, the mentors who opened doors along the way, and why she’s determined to create opportunities for the next generation.
Beau Welling | Golf Course Architect
Acclaimed golf course architect Beau Welling joins Courtney Connell to share his unconventional journey, the experiences that shaped his approach to design, and why golf’s greatest impact may be its ability to bring people together.
Jon Drago | The Man Behind the Nelson
THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson Tournament Director Jon Drago joins Courtney Connell to share the stories behind the tournament, Byron Nelson’s enduring legacy, life behind the scenes of the PGA TOUR and how golf can be a powerful vehicle for giving back.
Rich Lerner | The Stories Behind the Game
Award-winning Golf Channel broadcaster Rich Lerner joins Courtney Connell for a conversation about his broadcasting career, memorable moments in golf, storytelling, relationships, and the experiences that have shaped his life.
Randy Smith | A Lifetime of Lessons
Legendary golf instructor Randy Smith joins Courtney Connell for a conversation about coaching champions, servant leadership, mentorship, and the lessons learned from a lifetime in golf.
Tom Coyne | The Long Way Home
Award-winning author and The Golfer’s Journal Senior Editor Tom Coyne joins Courtney Connell for a conversation about storytelling, golf travel, friendship, and why the game’s greatest journeys often lead us home.
Damon Hack | Golf Channel’s Award-Winning Journalist
Award-winning Golf Channel host Damon Hack joins PGA Master Professional Courtney Connell for an engaging conversation about storytelling, journalism, major championships, and the relationships that make golf one of the world’s greatest games.
Mark Harrison Interview | Northern Texas PGA CEO & “The Bike Guy”
Courtney Connell sits down with Northern Texas PGA CEO Mark Harrison to discuss servant leadership, junior golf, community impact, and the remarkable journey behind the nickname “The Bike Guy!”
David Price Interview | PGA Hall of Famer & Golf Rules Official
Courtney Connell welcomes PGA Hall of Famer David Price for a conversation about The Masters, championship golf, servant leadership, mentorship, integrity, and the people who have shaped the game.
Lance Barrow Interview | CBS Sports Producer & Masters Broadcaster
Legendary CBS Sports producer Lance Barrow shares unforgettable stories from The Masters, Super Bowls, and a remarkable career in sports broadcasting.
Coming Soon
Pat Green | Songs, Stories & Second Chances
COMING SOON: Texas country icon Pat Green joins Courtney Connell for an inspiring conversation about music, golf, family, faith, and the relationships that matter most.