Chasing Scratch: A Golf Podcast S8 Ep 1: The Comeback
Mar 7, 2025
Experience the highs and lows of a golf comeback after surgery. The hosts mix humor and heartfelt stories about recovery, mobility struggles, and the emotional rollercoaster of returning to the green. They celebrate small victories, discuss temptations like casinos, and share light-hearted banter about forgotten invitations. With reflections on youth sports and playful challenges, the season kicks off with both determination and entertaining anecdotes that resonate with any sports enthusiast.
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Eli's Return
- Eli Strait makes his golf comeback after hip surgery at Palma Valley.
- He crushes his first tee shot, marking a celebratory return to the game.
Post-Surgery Pain
- Eli's comeback starts after hip surgery on September 26th.
- Initial positive reports turn to pain as his nerve block wears off, impacting mobility.
Slow Recovery
- Eli struggles to gauge his progress and the surgery's success due to limited mobility.
- Stiffness and lower back pain decrease as he becomes more mobile in the following weeks.