Jim “Bones” Mackay has seen it all. Three-time Masters champion caddie. The man inside the ropes with Phil Mickelson for 25+ years. And now one of golf’s most respected voices.
In this episode of Glue Guys, Bones joins us for an incredible deep dive into what really happens at Augusta during Masters Week — from the insane pressure players feel to Phil’s wildest shots to Tiger’s mental toughness.
For the full show notes, transcript, and links to mentioned content, check out the episode page here.
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Show Notes:
(00:00:00) Welcome to Glue Guys
(00:03:34) The Champions Dinner
(00:05:41) Rory McIlroy's Preparation
(00:08:33) The Role of a Caddy
(00:10:32) Phil Mickelson's Iconic Shot
(00:15:06) The Sounds of Augusta
(00:19:02) Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson Rivalry
(00:26:13) Managing Competitiveness
(00:31:40) The Famous Veto Vote
(00:33:26) A Golf Fan's Frustration
(00:34:02) Pioneering Caddy Techniques
(00:37:24) Handling Near Misses and Heartbreaks
(00:41:18) Caddy Camaraderie and Challenges
(00:46:03) The Intensity of Team Events
(00:47:45) Ryder Cup Fever and Rivalries
(00:55:28) Gamesmanship and Mental Warfare
(01:01:04) Legacy and Craft of a Hall of Fame Caddy
(01:03:53) Personal Life and Family Support
