The Watering Hole

A Star Spangled intro kicks off this episode for US Open week, the 126th edition will return to Shinnecock Hills in upstate New York. We preview the course and the 156 man field, including the chances of the 13 LIV players taking part this week. Plus we make our picks and our best placed Aussies.A World Cup themed Tip of the Crack leads us to chat about which LIV players would make our World Cup Squads.International Series Morocco Round UpAnother hot debate in Hit it or Quit It.Follow Big Swing Golf Mile EndInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/bigswinggolf_mile_endFollow Pirate Life BrewingInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/piratelife.portadelaide/#Follow The Watering Hole PodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/thewateringholepodcast/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TWHPodTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thewateringholepodcast/Threads - http://www.threads.net/@thewateringholepodcastX - http://twitter.com/TWH12PodcastFacebook - http://facebook.com/TWH12PodcastEmail us at hello@thewateringholepodcast.comLike, Subscribe, Share and leave us a review

LIV Golf Andalucia has been won and done, Tyrrell Hatton getting it done in Spain after returning from Paternity LeaveWe chat about the details of LIV 2.0 and what this means for the league going forward, Jon Rahm's song choice, DJ's ace reaction, Joaco Niemann qualifying for Royal Birkdale and all the action from another amazing event at one of LIV's most stunning stops.Over on the LPGA, Nelly Korda continues her run of greatness taking the US Open at Riviera after a nervy moment on 18.International Series MoroccoAnother round of Hit It or Quit ItThe fallout from our Stroke Round last weekFollow Big Swing Golf Mile EndInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/bigswinggolf_mile_endFollow Pirate Life BrewingInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/piratelife.portadelaide/#Follow The Watering Hole PodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/thewateringholepodcast/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TWHPodTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thewateringholepodcast/Threads - http://www.threads.net/@thewateringholepodcastX - http://twitter.com/TWH12PodcastFacebook - http://facebook.com/TWH12PodcastEmail us at hello@thewateringholepodcast.comLike, Subscribe, Share and leave us a review

Episode 157 is packed with golf news, big performances, and some seriously important debates (yes… cookies & cream is back).We start with Joaco Niemann’s win in Korea, breaking down his performance and what it means for his form heading into the next stretch of LIV events. We also chat about Travis Smyth stepping in for Crushers GC at the last moment and the conversation with Bryson that led to it.Looking ahead, we preview LIV Andalucia this week, including storylines, players to watch, and how the event might play out, plus what it would cost you to play there. We dive into Jon Rahm’s recent press conference comments about staying out of business pitches, unpacking what he meant and how it reflects the current state of professional golf.Plus:Our latest fantasy picks and strategyAnother round of Hit It or Quit ItAnd the return of the cookies & cream debate… which somehow still isn’t settledGolf, banter, and a few questionable takes — all in one.Follow Big Swing Golf Mile EndInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/bigswinggolf_mile_endFollow Pirate Life BrewingInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/piratelife.portadelaide/#Follow The Watering Hole PodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/thewateringholepodcast/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TWHPodTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thewateringholepodcast/Threads - http://www.threads.net/@thewateringholepodcastX - http://twitter.com/TWH12PodcastFacebook - http://facebook.com/TWH12PodcastEmail us at hello@thewateringholepodcast.comLike, Subscribe, Share and leave us a review

We have another special guest episode!This week the boys are joined by 2 time LIV winner, Southern Guards GC's Dean Burmester.Dean joins us from his home in South Africa, 1 week out from LIV Korea.We chat all about the current rumors around LIV Golf as well as Dean's thoughts on the future of the league and how the players actually feel about all the noise from the golf media.We look back at some moments from Dean's career and a deep dive on LIV Golf South Africa. Plus Burmy's thoughts on a step into the golf content world.A massive thank you to Dean & Southern Guards GC for making this episode happenEnjoyFollow Dean BurmesterInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/burmygolf/?hl=enFollow Southern Guards GCInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/southernguardsgc/Follow Big Swing Golf Mile EndInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/bigswinggolf_mile_endFollow Pirate Life BrewingInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/piratelife.portadelaide/#Follow The Watering Hole PodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/thewateringholepodcast/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TWHPodTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thewateringholepodcast/Threads - http://www.threads.net/@thewateringholepodcastX - http://twitter.com/TWH12PodcastFacebook - http://facebook.com/TWH12PodcastEmail us at hello@thewateringholepodcast.comLike, Subscribe, Share and leave us a review

We break down the PGA Championship, where Aaron Rai claims his first major title in a breakthrough performance at Aronomink.We recap all the action from the week — from the course setup and key moments to the impact of LIV players in the field and how they shaped the tournament.Reports emerge of the figure needed to fund LIV Golf & Caleb Surratt qualifies for his first major, securing a spot in the US Open along with Graeme McDowell & Peter Uihlein.We also dive into some of the off-course storylines, including the disgraceful behaviour of online trolls and some of the comments made by the broadcast team, sparking plenty of discussion.Plus, we cover:Our latest golf updatesA topical edition of Hit It or Quit ItAll the usual takes, banter, and chaosA packed Par 3 episode covering one of the biggest weeks in golf.Follow Big Swing Golf Mile EndInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/bigswinggolf_mile_endFollow Pirate Life BrewingInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/piratelife.portadelaide/#Follow The Watering Hole PodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/thewateringholepodcast/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TWHPodTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thewateringholepodcast/Threads - http://www.threads.net/@thewateringholepodcastX - http://twitter.com/TWH12PodcastFacebook - http://facebook.com/TWH12PodcastEmail us at hello@thewateringholepodcast.comLike, Subscribe, Share and leave us a review

Lucas Herbert claims his maiden LIV Golf title, going wire to wire at LIV VirginiaWe recap all the action from Trump National, including career rounds from Josele Ballaster & Anthony Kim.The PGA Championship is at Aronomink this week and we look at the course and all the chances to take home the Wannamaker Trophy.We've got a bit to discuss in our golf & Hit it or Quit it.P.S, do you want that intro to stay??Follow Big Swing Golf Mile EndInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/bigswinggolf_mile_endFollow Pirate Life BrewingInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/piratelife.portadelaide/#Follow The Watering Hole PodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/thewateringholepodcast/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TWHPodTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thewateringholepodcast/Threads - http://www.threads.net/@thewateringholepodcastX - http://twitter.com/TWH12PodcastFacebook - http://facebook.com/TWH12PodcastEmail us at hello@thewateringholepodcast.comLike, Subscribe, Share and leave us a review

LIV Golf is back at Trump National Washington DCAnother big week of news, with the PIF officially pulling their funding at the end of the 2026 season. New board members have been appointed to help steer LIV Golf in a new direction. We discuss all the changes and the future moving forward.Cam Young gets the win at the Blue Monster & Nelly Korda continues her domination on the LPGA Tour.We round up the DP World Tour and all the news in the golf world, including the new Your Golf Tour headed up by The Bryan Bros & Grant Horvat.A listener Hit it or Quit it dominates the segment this week.EnjoyFollow Big Swing Golf Mile EndInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/bigswinggolf_mile_endFollow Pirate Life BrewingInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/piratelife.portadelaide/#Follow The Watering Hole PodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/thewateringholepodcast/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TWHPodTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thewateringholepodcast/Threads - http://www.threads.net/@thewateringholepodcastX - http://twitter.com/TWH12PodcastFacebook - http://facebook.com/TWH12PodcastEmail us at hello@thewateringholepodcast.comLike, Subscribe, Share and leave us a review

In a special episode this week, we are joined by 4Aces GC General Manager; Chris Rosaasen.From his previous roles with Travis Mathew & Extracurricular to joining LIV's most recognizable brand, Chris takes us through the day to day life of a LIV Golf team GM, from branding, marketing, sponsorship and roster management. With some of the best merchandising and partnerships in the league, Chris talks about wanting to create an iconic brand and attracting the right players & sponsors to fit the 4Aces image.We chat through the current squad, the signing of Anthony Kim, working with Dustin Johnson & the shock of Patrick Reed leaving the team. Chris shares the story on how the "Behind The Aces" series came about and how he wanted something different in the YouTube space.A great chat for anyone keen to hear the in's and out's of not only how a successful team runs, but a successful brand.We can't thank Chris & the 4Aces for making this episode possible.EnjoyFollow 4Aces GCInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/4acesgc/?hl=enFollow Big Swing Golf Mile EndInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/bigswinggolf_mile_endFollow Pirate Life BrewingInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/piratelife.portadelaide/#Follow The Watering Hole PodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/thewateringholepodcast/YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TWHPodTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@thewateringholepodcast/Threads - http://www.threads.net/@thewateringholepodcastX - http://twitter.com/TWH12PodcastFacebook - http://facebook.com/TWH12PodcastEmail us at hello@thewateringholepodcast.comLike, Subscribe, Share and leave us a review