Chasing Scratch: A Golf Podcast S8 Ep 24: Re-entry
Oct 3, 2025
Mike and Eli discuss the concept of 're-entry' after returning from a golf trip, sharing emotional insights and competitive hangovers. They announce exciting details for a 2026 trip to Ireland, highlighting courses and booking info. The hosts recount personal stories, including a near-death experience for the podcast and how Scotland impacted their short games. They explore the paradox of feeling confident despite a higher handicap, delve into improvements gained from training, and engage with listener questions about caddies and course management strategies.
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Ireland Trip Announcement
- Mike and Eli announced an Ireland trip in 2026 staying at Port Marnock Resort with multiple course rounds.
- They explained limited spots, week splits, and how to sign up at chasingscratchgolf.com/events.
Re-Entry After Golf Trips Is Real
- Post-trip 're-entry' lowers personal points and demands readjustment to daily life.
- Eli and Mike frame travel return as a predictable period of rehab for relationships and routines.
Softball Play That Nearly Ended The Podcast
- Mike recounts a softball game where he dove for a line drive and was hit directly in the right testicle.
- He finished the play, drove to the ER, and described the pain and swelling vividly.