The Golf Insiders July 27, 2016

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Holly G along with co host Kevin Sternett, assistant pro at Golden Bear Club at Keene's Point, and Will Perry, creative director at EVVUS and social media ace for The Golf Insiders, are in the studio on the eve of the PGA Championship. 

Holly mentions The Golf United Charity Scramble for Pulse Orlando event Aug 26, 2016, Visit the web site golfunited.org to find out how you can help or participate.

Bob Harig, ESPN.com, calls in from Baltusrol to talk to listeners about the 4th major that this year ends in July. Bob said it has been since 1968 that the majors have ended this early. Hasn't been a long time between Stenson's win at the Open Championship until now. 

Bob talks about the tough course and the hot weather that is ahead for the players on a short notice.

Holly said she thinks it favors Phil Mickelson and his game. Bob said that Phil hasn't had a lot of time to mull over the second place in Scotland after playing so well.

Holly and Bob talk about Rory McIlroy and other top golfer's chances to hoist the Wanamaker Trophy. Bob picks McIlroy to win.

Mike Kern, Philadelphia Daily News, is the next guest who calls in from Baltusrol to talk about the PGA Championship. Dustin Johnson, Rory, Jason Day, and Phil are all playing well and could win.  But it's an old time course and has seen a lot of action over the years. Had some big names win there.

Holly asks Mike about the Par 4s. Mike said he doesn't believe that any of the Par 4s are "driveable". 

Mike feels that DJ will be in the mix, Rory, but would love to see Sergio Garcia win a major sometime.

Jeff Babineau, Golfweek, calls in to talk about the 4th major of the season already. Jeff talks about Jason Day's press conference and other press conferences. Day is not feeling well. Some of the golfers seem inpatient.

Some PGA Club professionals are also competing this week such as Matt Dobyns, Rod Perry right alongside the PGA Tour pros.

Holly talks with Jeff about Jhonattan Vegas' win at the RBC Championship and qualifying for the PGA Championship. Also Henrik Stenson's win at the British Open and being able to go back to his native Sweden for a short time to enjoy it. Listeners can visit Golfweek.com and can check out all the coverage of the PGA Championship as well as the Women's Open Championship across the pond.

Todd Lewis, The Golf Channel, joins the show from Baltusrol and talks about Phil Mickelson and the world class field at a very challenging course. Mentally they have to come ready to go. 

Kevin asks about Henrik Stenson and how he is doing after his first major win. Todd feels that his win there will open the floodgates for Henrik. When he plays well, wins come in bunches. He won in June on the European Tour and follows that win up with the Open Championship win.

Todd says that experience and having control of your emotions is key for players to be successful on the Tours.

Holly asks Todd about Lee Westwood and Sergio Garcia being two of the best players without a major championship. You get double Ryder Cup points at this event and Lee can get a big boost there.  You have to look at guys who are playing well right now. Todd feels the top 3 at this time are DJ, Henrik and Sergio.

Long time sports writer and bestselling author Steve Eubanks, Global Golf Post, calls in to wrap up the show talking about USA's win at the UL International and the Women's British Open Championship. 

Steve feels that Gerina Piller has a good chance to win this week's major even though she hasn't won. He said that Gerina has figured out her putting stroke and that was what was holding her back.

Holly asks Steve about the PGA Championship. He feels that oddly enough that Phil Mickelson might be the favorite to win.