The Journey to St. Andrews

By: Elliott Hall
  • Summary

  • In August 2024, I’m getting the opportunity to play golf at the Old Course in St. Andrews, Scotland. My goal is to drop my handicap 15 strokes so I can try to break 85 when I’m there (that’s the hard goal, but it’s really about The Journey). I’ve been a casual golfer off and on for years and love the game. However, I took several years off to start a couple of businesses, including a brewery in GA. I’ve always been a high handicap golfer, so this year is also about just improving my game in general. It wasn’t until the summer of 2023 that I broke 100 for the first time ever. So this podcast is about my journey to learn more, play more, & hopefully improve my handicap to reach my St. Andrews goal. I don’t know exactly where this will go but expect a lot about golf and maybe a bit about business & life. Because golf is a lot like both… you can always improve, you can take risks, and it always helps to get some lucky breaks! Beyond excited to play where Bobby Jones won the Open Championship nearly 100 years ago and to share The Journey with y’all.
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Episodes
  • Episode 26 - The Journey ...to St. Andrews (Off to St. Andrews)
    Aug 24 2024

    Hey, y'all. I'm Elliot Hall, and welcome to another episode of The Journey to St. Andrews. This episode marks a significant milestone as I record on the day we're flying out to St. Andrews. It's been over a year in the making, and this is our 26th episode. Despite some gaps, I'm proud of the progress we've made, averaging overall about two episodes a month.

    Reflecting on my golf journey, my initial goal was to shoot an 85 in St. Andrews. While that is yet to be seen, my game has improved significantly. I've lowered my scores, played amazing courses across the country, and even got my first eagle! Plus, our "Beer of Golf", Calamity Jane, has expanded into three new states and just added the South Florida PGA to our partnership network.

    I played a couple of rounds recently, including a 46 at Bobby Jones and a 106 at Dunwoody Country Club. However, my putting needs some work, and I did get a minor sprain my ankle recently. But I'm optimistic and excited for the trip, aiming to soak in the experience and the legacy of golf at St. Andrews.

    Thank you to everyone who's listened so far. I'll be sharing more about my St. Andrews experience and other exciting updates in future episodes. Don't forget to like, follow, or subscribe, and share with anyone who might enjoy this podcast. Follow me on social media at @elliottphall for updates. Thanks for joining me on this journey.

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    7 mins
  • Episode 25 - The Journey ...to St. Andrews (Summer Catch Up and Ohoopee Course)
    Aug 18 2024

    Hey y'all, I'm Elliot Hall, and welcome to another episode of the Journey to St. Andrews. It's been a while, so I'm just going to dive right in. I believe the last time I did a recording was mid-June, early June, and we are now into mid-August, and we are less than a week away from going to St. Andrews to play a bunch of rounds of golf and, of course, the old course. So very excited to share that experience with y'all when I get back.

    This episode marks a significant milestone—our 25th episode! Reflecting on the journey, it's noteworthy that less than 2% of podcasts reach this point. Persistence is key, much like in golf. Life has been busy, and some episodes were missed, but we’re back and catching up.

    I’ll recount recent golfing adventures, including playing at the Ohoopee Match Club in Vidalia, Georgia, and the Creek Club at Reynolds, where I shot the best round of my life and made my first eagle. Despite a few setbacks, these experiences have been incredible.

    As we gear up for the big trip to St. Andrews, I’ll share more about my preparation and excitement. Join me as we celebrate milestones, reflect on memorable rounds, and look forward to new golfing adventures.

    If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with others, and don't forget to like, follow, or subscribe. You can also find me on social media @elliottphall. Until next time, I'm Elliott Hall.

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    15 mins
  • Episode 24 - The Journey ...to St. Andrews (Mats vs Grass and Speed Training)
    Jun 15 2024

    Hey y'all, I'm Elliott Hall. Welcome back to another episode of The Journey to St. Andrews. This week, I’m diving into my recent golf lesson at Bobby Jones' Grand Slam Golf Academy Center. I’ll talk about how taking notes and tracking your progress with scorecards and apps like Arcos can make a real difference.

    I’ll also share my thoughts on practicing on grass versus mats and give you some tips to get the most out of your practice sessions. Plus, I’ve started trying out a new speed training technique to boost my swing speed and overall performance – I’ll let you know how that's going.

    Finally, I’ll recount a nine-hole round at Bobby Jones' Magnolia course, sharing the challenges I faced and the lessons I learned. Join me for some practical advice and tips on course management to help elevate your golf game. Please like, follow, and subscribe. You can also follow me on socials @elliottphall

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    16 mins

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