A Life Behind the Lens of Sports History

Featuring Lance Barrow

EPISODE 002

Runtime: 1 hr 2 min
Published: July 2026
Topics: CBS Sports • The Masters • NFL • Sports Broadcasting • Leadership • Faith • Mentorship

In this episode of Fairways & Friends, Courtney Connell sits down with longtime friend and legendary CBS Sports producer Lance Barrow for a conversation about faith, family, friendship, and a remarkable life behind the camera.

From growing up near Fort Worth and caddying at Colonial to producing The Masters, Super Bowls, PGA Championships, Final Fours, and countless historic broadcasts, Lance shares the stories, mentors, and moments that shaped his more than four-decade career at CBS Sports.

Beyond the awards and iconic sporting events, this conversation highlights what matters most to Lance: treating people well, building strong teams, staying grounded in faith, and appreciating the relationships made along the way.

Meet the Guest

Lance Barrow

Guest: Lance Barrow
Organization: CBS Sports
Known For: The Masters, NFL on CBS, Super Bowls
Awards: 13 Emmy Awards
Hometown: Fort Worth, Texas

Lance Barrow is one of the most accomplished producers in sports television history. During a remarkable 44-year career with CBS Sports, he served as coordinating producer for CBS Golf and the NFL on CBS, overseeing coverage of The Masters, PGA Championship, Super Bowls, NCAA Final Fours, and many of the most iconic moments in sports.

A 13-time Emmy Award winner and member of the Sports Broadcasting Hall of Fame, Lance became only the second producer in history to lead CBS’s coverage of The Masters, following legendary producer Frank Chirkinian. His innovative storytelling and leadership helped shape modern golf broadcasting while setting the standard for excellence across the sports television industry.

Beyond his professional accomplishments, Lance is widely respected for his commitment to faith, family, mentorship, and the relationships he built throughout his career. A native Texan and member of the Texas Golf Hall of Fame, he remains a beloved figure in both the broadcasting and golf communities.