Five Clubs

Gary Williams opens the show with strong opinions on U.S. Open local qualifying, addressing the growing issue of influencers capturing content during competition and why it disrupts the integrity of the game. He also reflects on the nostalgic return to Doral, the significance of Oakland Hills’ restored clubhouse, and what these moments mean for golf’s history and future.

George Savaricas, Golf Channel host and reporter, joins from Doral to break down the current PGA TOUR season at the halfway point. He discusses early Player of the Year candidates like Matt Fitzpatrick and Rory McIlroy, while analyzing whether Scottie Scheffler is poised for another dominant run. Savaricas also shares insight on how the TOUR’s evolving structure, including signature events, is impacting players and fans.

Savaricas also dives into the return of Doral as a venue, what it means for the PGA TOUR schedule, and whether the Miami market can recapture the energy it once had. He provides perspective on course setup, player familiarity, and how the event fits into a critical stretch leading into the PGA Championship.

Keith Stewart, founder of Read The Line, joins to provide a betting and course strategy breakdown for the week at Doral. Stewart explains how the Blue Monster’s length, Bermuda grass conditions, and unpredictable rough place a premium on elite long-iron play and trajectory control. He also evaluates the field from a wagering standpoint, highlighting Scheffler’s dominance in key metrics while offering insight into how bettors should approach the tournament, including timing and live betting strategies.

The conversation wraps with a broader look at the game’s evolution, including changing player dynamics, his long-term perspective covering stars like Jordan Spieth, and expectations for the upcoming Presidents Cup in Chicago.

5 Clubs airs on Golf Channel and SiriusXM PGA TOUR Radio (Channel 92).

0:00 U.S. Open Qualifying Drama
10:00 PGA TOUR returns to Doral
16:45 George Savaricas
32:15 Keith Stewart

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Gary Williams opens with a wide-ranging look at the Ryder Cup captaincy decision, reacting to Jim Furyk’s return and the criticism surrounding it. He frames Furyk as a “piñata” for fans and media while defending the broader system the United States has built since 2014, arguing that context, road losses, roster construction, and generational transitions matter more than simple results. Gary also touches on Nelly Korda’s win, the evolving PGA TOUR schedule, and growing concerns around LIV Golf’s stability and its impact on players and competition rhythms.

Brendon de Jonge, co-host of The Wagyu Filet Show, joins Gary to break down the Furyk appointment, calling it a safe but potentially uninspiring choice while acknowledging Furyk’s professionalism and experience. They debate whether the U.S. should be leaning into a younger generation of leadership and how much blame should be placed on past captaincy decisions versus structural challenges like course setup and team composition.
Brendon de Jonge also shares insights from the Zurich Classic of New Orleans, highlighting the team format’s growing appeal and discussing the implications of Matt and Alex Fitzpatrick’s win. The conversation expands into PGA TOUR policy, questioning whether non-members should receive full access to Signature Events and what that means for competitive balance and fairness across the membership.

The discussion shifts to current form across the game, with Gary and Brendon de Jonge evaluating players like Keegan Bradley, Justin Thomas, Brooks Koepka, Rory McIlroy, and Scottie Scheffler. They analyze who needs to find momentum ahead of the PGA Championship and whether Scheffler is on the verge of another dominant run, emphasizing how consistency and preparation separate contenders from the field as the season intensifies.

Finally, Gary and Brendon de Jonge dig into the reported LIV Golf postponement and what it signals about the league’s future. They explore the competitive gaps it creates for players, the uncertainty around scheduling and funding, and how it could influence decisions for top players weighing their long-term paths in professional golf.

5 Clubs airs on Golf Channel and SiriusXM PGA TOUR Radio (Channel 92).

0:00 Jim Furyk Returns as Ryder Cup Captain
13:50 Brendon de Jonge
43:40 Status of LIV Golf

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Gary Williams opens the show by breaking down a packed week in golf, highlighted by the Zurich Classic of New Orleans win from Matt and Alex Fitzpatrick and a dominant major performance from Nelly Korda at The Chevron Championship. Gary reflects on Korda’s return to world No. 1, what makes a true star in the sport, and how performance and personality combine to elevate players on the biggest stages.

Charles Barkley, basketball hall of famer and avid golfer, joins the show to share his journey through one of golf’s most infamous swing struggles and how instructor Stan Utley helped him rebuild both his motion and confidence. Barkley opens up about the mental challenges of the game, why overthinking nearly drove him away from golf, and how rediscovering enjoyment has brought him back to playing nearly every day.

Barkley also offers a candid perspective on what separates elite players on the PGA TOUR and amateurs, from their consistency to their ability to recover around the greens. He explains why the mental side of golf is unlike any other sport and shares insights on watching the game’s best perform under pressure.

The conversation expands to the cultural impact of Tiger Woods, with Barkley explaining how Tiger transcended golf and became a true “needle mover” who brought new audiences into the sport. He compares golf’s biggest stars to icons across other leagues and discusses why only a select few athletes truly change the landscape of their game.

5 Clubs airs on Golf Channel and SiriusXM PGA TOUR Radio (Channel 92).

0:00 Weekly Winners
3:33 The Fitzpatrick Brothers Win
5:33 Nelly goes wire-to-wire
13:55 Charles Barkley
38:50 PGA TOUR Signature Sandwich Issue
45:35 Jim Furyk named Ryder Cup Captain

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Gary Williams opens the show by looking ahead to the Chevron Championship and discussing the challenge of building new traditions at Memorial Park while honoring the event’s history. He also unveils the latest Club 5 rankings following The Masters and the RBC Heritage, with Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, Matt Fitzpatrick, Collin Morikawa, and Cameron Young all making moves. Gary also previews the Zurich Classic and shares why the team event remains one of the most relatable weeks on the PGA TOUR schedule.

Paige Mackenzie, Golf Channel analyst and former LPGA player, joins Gary to preview the Chevron Championship and discuss why Memorial Park could be a much better fit for the first women’s major than previous venues. McKenzie explains how the course may finally reward the LPGA’s longest hitters, including Nelly Korda, and why that could help produce a leaderboard filled with the game’s biggest stars. She also dives into the larger issue of major championship setup in women’s golf, why more top-ranked players need to contend on the biggest stages, and which Americans she expects to shine throughout the major season.

Bill Fields, longtime golf writer and NBC Sports researcher, joins the show to discuss his new memoir, “A Quick Nine Before Dark: A Life in Golf.” Fields reflects on growing up in the Sandhills of North Carolina, the bond he shared with his father through golf, and the memorable people and places that shaped his life in the game. He also shares stories about Sam Snead, Raymond Floyd, Mid Pines, and covering the 1999 U.S. Open at Pinehurst No. 2, offering golf fans a thoughtful look at the history and humanity behind the sport.

Gary wraps up the show with dogs and picks of the week for the upcoming tournaments.

5 Clubs airs on Golf Channel and SiriusXM PGA TOUR Radio (Channel 92).

0:00 Chevron Championship
9:39 Club 5
13:45 Paige Mackenzie
29:28 Bill Fields
41:40 Dogs & Picks of the Week

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Gary Williams opens the show by discussing the ambitious redevelopment of Cobbs Creek and why the project could become one of the most important public golf facilities in the country. He then shifts to the first women’s major of the year, examining the current state of the LPGA, the value of star power versus depth, and why this week at Memorial Park Golf Course could be a major moment for the women’s game.

Josh Carpenter joins Gary to discuss his report that the PGA TOUR is moving away from Hawaii to begin the season, including the end of the event at the Plantation Course at Kapalua and what could happen with the Sony Open in Hawaii. Carpenter explains why the TOUR is making the change, what it could mean for the 2027 schedule, and how sponsors are reacting as uncertainty continues around LIV Golf and the possible return of players like Bryson DeChambeau and Jon Rahm.

Mel Reid previews this week’s Chevron Championship and explains why Memorial Park is a much stronger venue than the tournament’s recent home. Reid shares why she believes as many as 20 to 30 players could realistically win the championship, highlights contenders such as Nelly Korda, Jeeno Thitikul, Hannah Green and Lydia Ko, and discusses the pressure that comes with being the face of women’s golf.

5 Clubs airs on Golf Channel and SiriusXM PGA TOUR Radio (Channel 92).

0:00 Cobbs Creek Renovation
6:28 LPGA's First Major
12:32 Josh Carpenter
26:35 Mel Reid
42:40 Final Thoughts

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