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Established in 2010, the APGA Tour is a non-profit organization with the mission to prepare African Americans and other minority golfers to compete and win at the highest level of professional golf, both on tour and in the golf industry. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast presented by MemberText, Kenneth Bentley gives us an overview of the APGA Tour, introduces some of their board members, talks about their different partners and his work with the TGR Foundation. He also talks about the Charlie Sifford Player Development Program and what Black History Month mean to him. It was an honor having him on this show. Let's tee off.

Lindsey Mason III is the Head Golf Professional and GM of Willow Metropark Golf Course and Lake St. Clair Metropark in Macomb County, Michigan. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast presented by MemberText, Lindsey gives us an overview of MasonGolf Lessons and Golf Clinics, talks about his Groupon and the process for booking a lesson. He also talks about the Top Button Club, hoodies on the golf course and Black History Month. This was such a fun conversation and an honor having Lindsey on this show. Let's tee off.

A Perfect Swing, Inc. provides a non-competitive and competitive environment for individuals to learn and enjoy the game of golf for business networking. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast presented by MemberText, Ashanuta Epps gives us an overview of the organization, talks about what Black History Month means to her and reflects on the PGA Show. She also explains the P.A.R. Program, introduces her Board of Directors and dives deep on all her sponsors. This was a fun and energizing conversation and an honor having her on this show. Let's tee off.

Located on the East Coast, Tempy's Tees offers bamboo golf tees, custom merchandise and more. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast presented by MemberText, Adam Tempesta gives us an overview of Tempy's Tees, talks about where these tees are being manufactured, and any supply chain issues he's been seeing. He also talks about his take on plastic tees and all the merchandise he’s selling direct to consumer. You don't want to miss our Ken Griffey Jr. connection. This was a fun episode and an honor having Adam on this show. Let's tee off.

Club Study offers the private club industry up-to-date information shared from fellow General Managers and Chief Operating Officers. They strive to increase curiosity and foster collaboration while valuing continuous improvement. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast presented by MemberText, Ryan Tracy, PGA, gives us an overview of Club Study, talks about all the data they are collecting, introduces Club Study Status and recaps the Club Innovation Conference. He also breaks down some raw data, including the average age of a Canadian GM. This was a data filled conversation and an honor having Ryan on this show. Let's tee off.

Ryan Prior is a PGA Golf Professional at Redlands Country Club and CEO of New Image Golf, a golf towel manufacturer based in Redlands, California. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast presented by MemberText, Ryan gives us an overview of New Image Golf, talks about their most popular colors, where the towels are manufactured and his work at Redlands Country Club. He also talks about his journey with the PGA and the grapes he is growing out back! This was a fun and inspiring conversation. Let's tee off.

Greenside Golf Academy at Nexus Golf was founded by PGA Class A Member John Hobbins, who has a proven record of success teaching players of all ability levels: from beginners to accomplished players and juniors to adults. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast presented by MemberText, John, a PGA Quarter Century member, gives us an overview of his academy, their location in NYC, talks about his AimPoint certification and his work with L.A.B. Golf. He also talks about his passion for learning and his plans for the PGA Show in a few weeks. This was an educational conversation and an honor having John on this show. Let's tee off.

We are more than athletes, more than the game we play. We represent the aesthetic and diverse interests of the modern golfer — health, wellness, indulgence, pop-culture and sport. Dress like yourself, represent your love for the game without sacrifice. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast presented by MemberText, Jason Fields gives us an overview of Radda Golf, talks about where the name comes from, their social media and newsletter content and the FW21 Collection. He also talks about all the products in their online store and their shopping policy. Had the chance to meet Jason and am honored to share his story with you here today. Let's tee off. 

The Triumph Group aggregates premier talent and meaningful real-world experience in the disciplines most crucial in driving efficiency and adding value. They help clubs break the cycle of "doing things the way they've always been done" through innovation in operations and agronomy. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast presented by MemberText, Tom Vlach, CGCS gives us an overview of The Triumph Group, talks about his time in sunny Naples, Florida, and shares some of his favorite memories from TPC Sawgrass. He also talks about his college degree and his journey to becoming a Certified Golf Course Superintendent. Ths was an educational conversation and an honor having Tom on this show. Let's tee off. 

Ginkel Design is a golf course architecture firm focused on classic design principles with a modern approach. They turn client's dreams into a creative design solution that is maintainable and playable. On this episode of The Wednesday Match Play Podcast presented by MemberText, David Ginkel gives us an overview of Ginkel Design, talks about his time in Southern California, all the projects he's completed on and his work with the ASGCA. He also talks about the technology he is using, who helped influence his design philosophy and his favorite scotch! This was a fun and educational episode. Let's tee off.