The Players

🏌️‍♂️ Team 7: Drive & Let Cry

👤 Dave Wild (Member – 12 Handicap)

Bio: Dave doesn’t check the weather—he reads the clouds. His swing has been described as “emotionally generous,” and his golf cart playlist includes Gregorian chants, yacht rock, and a single Enya track for bunker shots. Once walked off a green and whispered, “The grain giveth and the grain taketh away.” He's also been known to consult his 8-iron for relationship advice.

Favorite Movie: The Truman Show — “Because every round feels like a simulation I can't escape.”

Golf Idol: Tom Watson — classic, calm, and just angry enough to hit a 5-wood out of spite.

Go-To Snack: Clubhouse Nachos — shared with no one.

Quirky Habit: Wears socks with inspirational quotes stitched into the toes… for confidence and conversation starters.

Signature Drink: The Paradox Punch
Vodka, iced tea, lemon, and just a touch of bitters—like his playoff losses. Sipped slowly, stirred dramatically.

👤 Donn Berdahl (Guest – 2 Handicap)

Bio: Donn’s swing path is so efficient it’s rumored the FAA requested a diagram. He refers to his putter as “The Diplomat” and once called a provisional “an alternate timeline.” He has three different ball markers depending on how confident he feels. All of them are engraved with his initials and a small Latin motto. He won’t tell you what it means.

Favorite Movie: The Grand Budapest Hotel — “It's about precision, style, and revenge through etiquette.”

Golf Idol: Lydia Ko — unfazed, unbeatable, and always under par when it matters.

Go-To Snack: Chicken Tenders — always with honey mustard, never with regret.

Quirky Habit: Carries an umbrella at all times—even on sunny days. “Just in case… of shade.”

Signature Drink: The Quiet Cut
Gin, soda, a sprig of rosemary, and two cucumber slices. Clean, crisp, and will silently ruin you by hole 14.

🏌️‍♂️ Team 8: Fade of the Union

👤 David Hardacre (Member – 12 Handicap)

Bio: David approaches golf like a historian approaches a battlefield: with reverence, caution, and a curated selection of war metaphors. His divot repair technique has been referred to as “surgical with a hint of performance art.” Known to quote ancient Roman generals on the tee box, he often refers to missed putts as “acceptable collateral.”

Favorite Movie: Master and Commander — “Because golf, like sailing, is about strategy, wind, and yelling 'hold fast' when things go wrong.”

Golf Idol: Tom Watson — for his grit, grace, and stubborn refusal to age like the rest of us.

Go-To Snack: Breakfast Burrito — fully loaded, no shortcuts, always toasted.

Quirky Habit: Keeps an old hickory-shafted niblick in his bag for "inspiration."

Signature Drink: The Warbird
Bourbon, ginger ale, squeeze of lime. Bold and smoky with an aftertaste of inevitability.

👤 Branden Faust (Guest – 4 Handicap)

Bio: Branden putts like a machine but talks like a motivational speaker in a putting contest. He’s been known to use the phrase “visualize the outcome” while standing over a chip. Once turned down a mulligan mid-blizzard, citing “honor and rhythm.” Wears wraparound shades not because of the sun—but to keep the doubt out.

Favorite Movie: Ford v Ferrari — “Because winning is about horsepower… and not blinking first.”

Golf Idol: Rory McIlroy — for the swing, the walk, and the shoulder shrug after nuking a 340-yard drive.

Go-To Snack: Slider Trio — eaten with one hand while holding a wedge in the other.

Quirky Habit: Carries a tiny leather-bound putting journal and updates it between holes. Uses calligraphy.

Signature Drink: The Green Whisperer
Vodka, cucumber, soda, lime, and confidence. Sipped in silence. Feared in daylight.

🏌️‍♂️ Team 9: Cold Cuts & Comebacks

👤 Dean Golder (Member – 8 Handicap)

Bio: Dean once turned down a club-fitting session because he “wanted to keep the mystery alive.” His putting stroke is equal parts symphony and side hustle. He refers to his sand wedge as “The Exit Strategy” and his divot repair tool as “The Eraser of Sins.” Famously ended a club championship speech by toasting “to spin and forgiveness.”

Favorite Movie: Field of Dreams — “Because if you build the round, the birdies will come.”

Golf Idol: Justin Rose — consistent, classy, and quietly devastating.

Go-To Snack: Chicken Tenders — crisp, no sauce, “let the meat speak.”

Quirky Habit: Lines up tee shots with a compass and his “lunar energy.”

Signature Drink: The Gold Standard
Vodka, lemon, splash of soda, and a single mint leaf laid vertically. Looks like a casual refreshment—drinks like a mic drop.

👤 Josh Grossblatt (Guest – 7 Handicap)

Bio: Josh is the guy who shows up late, tees off first, and lands it center-cut with the emotional detachment of a monk. He once repaired a pitch mark with the back of a Rolex—allegedly. His follow-through is so pure, it’s been studied by Stanford’s AI lab. Josh doesn’t chirp—he delivers devastating compliments mid-match like, “That was almost your best swing.”

Favorite Movie: The Social Network — “Because domination looks better in cashmere.”

Golf Idol: Brooks Koepka — intense, fearless, owns the room and the leaderboard.

Go-To Snack: Slider Trio — one bite each, in silence.

Quirky Habit: Brings two gloves: one for swings, one for drama.

Signature Drink: The Gross Smash
Bourbon, iced tea, splash of lime, rim kissed with salt. Smooth, confident, and leaves you disoriented by the turn.

👤 Kelly Foran (Member – 15 Handicap)

Bio: Kelly’s game is equal parts flair, philosophy, and funk. He once holed a 40-foot putt while reciting lines from Field of Dreams and claims to read greens using “emotional intelligence.” Known for referring to his 5-wood as “The Negotiator” and calling bunkers “just another opportunity for reinvention.”

Favorite Movie: Moneyball — “Because numbers don’t lie, but scorecards do.”

Golf Idol: Fred Couples — effortless rhythm and a tan that demands respect.

Go-To Snack: Chicken Tenders — with three dipping sauces and zero apology.

Quirky Habit: Switches to his “lucky” glove when down two holes—yes, it’s monogrammed.

Signature Drink: The Confidence Builder
Vodka, ginger beer, lime wedge, and optimism. Starts subtle, ends with someone fist-pumping on the green.

👤 Reid Pampe (Guest – 5 Handicap)

Bio: Reid swings like he was born in a Titleist commercial. Calculated, crisp, and always walking just a bit faster than the group—he’s got an aura of someone who’s already seen the scorecard. He once played 18 in complete silence just to “reset his rhythm,” and refers to push draws as “gentle requests.”

Favorite Movie: The Martian — “Because sometimes you just have to engineer a par out of disaster.”

Golf Idol: Viktor Hovland — modern, tactical, and never rattled.

Go-To Snack: Breakfast Burrito — eaten between shots, never during a conversation.

Quirky Habit: Reads the wind by licking a finger and holding it... behind his ear. Don’t ask. It works.

Signature Drink: The Tactical Draw
Bourbon, lemon, splash of iced tea. It’s sharp, layered, and always finishes just right of your expectations.

🏌️‍♂️ Team 11: Double Elevens

👤 Chris Malcolm (Member – 11 Handicap)

Bio: Chris plays golf like he’s trying to impress an invisible panel of judges. Every move is crisp, calculated, and followed by a brief self-assessment. Known to refer to fairway bunkers as “regrettable suggestions,” he carries himself like a man one swing thought away from greatness. Once dropped a 30-footer and said, “As intended.”

Favorite Movie: Tenet — “Because sometimes you have to reverse-engineer a double bogey.”

Golf Idol: Matt Kuchar — steady, sneaky, and always collecting.

Go-To Snack: Soft Pretzel — no dip, just salt and stoicism.

Quirky Habit: Carries a notebook labeled “Misses I Liked.”

Signature Drink: The Symmetrical Snap
Gin, tonic, lemon, dash of bitters. Balanced, brisk, and hits the same way every time… unless it doesn’t.

👤 Bryan Schwartz (Guest – 11 Handicap)

Bio: Bryan is the kind of player who makes 86 look like an artistic statement. His pre-shot routine includes a head nod, a waggle, and a low murmur—possibly to the ball, possibly to himself. Once described his 7-iron as “my mediator.” Has a putting stroke that feels less like a swing and more like a polite suggestion.

Favorite Movie: O Brother, Where Art Thou? — “Because wandering through hazards builds character.”

Golf Idol: Tony Finau — underrated, unfazed, and unbothered.

Go-To Snack: Turkey Club Sandwich — with chips and a tactical napkin fold.

Quirky Habit: Always marks his ball with a Canadian quarter—claims it “changes the read.”

Signature Drink: The Maple Fade
Whiskey, soda, and a hint of maple syrup. Smooth, rich, and surprisingly patriotic.

🏌️‍♂️ Team 12: Sand Trap Diplomats

👤 Andy Cohn (Member – 13 Handicap)

Bio: Andy swings like he’s telling a story—with build-up, suspense, and a dramatic finish. Known to carry a laminated copy of his best round in his scorecard pocket “for warmth.” Frequently refers to his 4-hybrid as “Plan B” and has been spotted explaining tempo theory using a breadstick at the turn.

Favorite Movie: The Big Lebowski — “Because sometimes you roll, sometimes you get rolled.”

Golf Idol: Ernie Els — fluid, forgiving, and still a threat after brunch.

Go-To Snack: Clubhouse Nachos — extra jalapeños, hold the modesty.

Quirky Habit: Uses a different tee for each par 3—each one named after an ex.

Signature Drink: The Mulligan Mule
Vodka, ginger beer, fresh lime, and a single ice cube carved like a dimpled ball. Goes down easy, especially after a triple.

👤 Martin Cichocki (Guest – 9 Handicap)

Bio: Martin plays with the calm confidence of a man who’s been here before—and called the shot in advance. He refers to golf carts as “mental prep stations” and once lined up a putt using a mini pocket compass. His wedges are color-coded by trajectory, and he practices bunker shots barefoot “to feel the truth.”

Favorite Movie: The Secret Life of Walter Mitty — “Because the imagination is part of the game.”

Golf Idol: Jordan Spieth — thoughtful, relentless, and probably mic’d up.

Go-To Snack: Chicken Tenders — dipped with the intensity of a man reviewing security footage.

Quirky Habit: Taps his putter three times before every stroke. The third one’s “for the gallery.”

Signature Drink: The Fairway Mirage
Tequila, lemon, club soda, splash of bitters. Looks tame, hits hard, disappears before the scorecard understands what happened.

🏌️‍♂️ Team 19: Par & Order

👤 Jeremy Ogulnick (Member – 11 Handicap)

Bio: Jeremy plays golf like he's in charge of the whole damn course. Smooth but with an edge, he’s been known to finish sentences with “...and that’s why I went 3-wood.” His warm-up routine includes loosening his shoulders and surveying the field like a general about to call a formation. Treats water hazards like rumors—acknowledges them, avoids them, and quietly tracks who’s fallen in.

Favorite Movie: The Firm — “Because the fine print matters, and so does the finish.”

Golf Idol: Patrick Cantlay — steady, deliberate, and cold-blooded in plaid.

Go-To Snack: Clubhouse Chicken Wrap — clean, efficient, no leaks, no drama.

Quirky Habit: Keeps a post-it note in his yardage book that says, “Play smart, drink smarter.”

Signature Drink: The Tee-Time Tycoon
Vodka, splash of ginger beer, dash of lime. Crisp, structured, and definitely more expensive than yours.

👤 Michael Smith (Guest – 14 Handicap)

Bio: Michael is the kind of guy who could miss three fairways in a row and still have you apologizing. Effortlessly affable, deceptively dangerous. Once holed a bunker shot while discussing mutual funds. His swing? Part ballet, part battle. His putter? Slightly bent, deeply loved, and probably sentient.

Favorite Movie: Thank You for Smoking — “Because spin wins.”

Golf Idol: Shane Lowry — underrated until he isn’t.

Go-To Snack: Grilled Cheese — with a side of “let me show you how it’s done.”

Quirky Habit: Carries an extra scorecard, “just in case this one gets emotional.”

Signature Drink: The Sand Save Sazerac
Whiskey, bitters, lemon peel, and swagger. A little old-school, a little unpredictable, and always finishing strong.

🏌️‍♂️ Team 20: The Founding Flubbers

👤 Bob Hirsch (Member – 9 Handicap)

Bio: Bob doesn’t hit the ball—he persuades it. A strategic tactician with a swing tempo slower than a Sinatra fade-out, he reads greens like he’s editing a contract. Owns three pairs of identical golf shoes: one for match play, one for stroke play, and one “for the look.” Once won a closest-to-the-pin contest using a half swing and pure disdain.

Favorite Movie: Casablanca — “Because every bogey is just another goodbye.”

Golf Idol: Bernhard Langer — methodical, mathematical, and probably owns an abacus.

Go-To Snack: Soft Pretzel — lightly salted, never rushed.

Quirky Habit: Wears the same ball marker from 1992—a Buffalo nickel blessed by a caddie named Frank.

Signature Drink: The Hirsch Whisper
Gin, splash of vermouth, single olive. Served like his short game—dry, classic, and precise enough to offend.

👤 Allan Tudzin (Guest – 16 Handicap)

Bio: Allan’s playing philosophy is simple: don’t let the swing get in the way of the conversation. His rounds are part golf, part TED Talk. Once told a marshal that slow play was “a form of jazz.” Owns a collection of driver headcovers that rival most men’s sock drawers in both color and sophistication.

Favorite Movie: The Natural — “Because the swing chooses you.”

Golf Idol: Tom Kite — efficient, confident, and just unhinged enough to try the impossible on 17.

Go-To Snack: Turkey Club Sandwich — double toast, no lettuce, no surrender.

Quirky Habit: Has a playlist for every hole. Only plays Hole 7 to Steely Dan.

Signature Drink: The Back Nine Remedy
Whiskey, ginger ale, lemon twist. Sipped from a tumbler with initials, best enjoyed under a tree while recounting a 6 that “should’ve been a 4.”

🏌️‍♂️ Team 21: Slice & Sensibility

👤 Patrick Cindric (Member – 18 Handicap)

Bio: Patrick approaches each shot like it owes him money. Big swing, bigger confidence, and a warm-up routine that includes telling his ball, “This is your moment.” He’s been known to refer to bogeys as “emotional speed bumps” and believes a birdie should be followed by a celebratory twirl. Golf, to him, is performance art—with bonus cardio.

Favorite Movie: Braveheart — “Because freedom isn’t just about driver selection.”

Golf Idol: John Daly — unapologetically him, unapologetically swinging.

Go-To Snack: Tater Tots — crunchy, nostalgic, possibly pocketed for later.

Quirky Habit: He plays with a ball he found... during warm-up. Calls it “destiny.”

Signature Drink: The Untamed Draw
Tequila, lime, splash of Mountain Dew. It's wild, a little unpredictable, and somehow always gets you to the green.

👤 Jeffrey Barrera (Guest – 8 Handicap)

Bio: Jeffrey plays golf like he’s building a watch—meticulous, elegant, and quietly expensive. He doesn’t raise his voice, but he will raise the bar. His approach shot tempo is so perfect, metronomes slow down to match him. Owns a putting mirror, a green-reading book, and probably your mental edge.

Favorite Movie: The Imitation Game — “Because decoding greens is war.”

Golf Idol: Justin Thomas — confident, technical, and classy until he isn’t.

Go-To Snack: Chicken Caesar Wrap — one-handed, methodical, light dressing.

Quirky Habit: Carries backup gloves in zip-lock bags labeled “humidity contingency.”

Signature Drink: The Precision Pour
Vodka, club soda, twist of lime, chilled glass. No fuss, no fluff—just elite-level hydration with a competitive finish.

🏌️‍♂️ Team 22: Par Value & Profit Margin

👤 Steve Friedmann (Member – 9 Handicap)

Bio: Steve doesn’t “play golf,” he conducts it—like a maestro with a 5-iron. His ball flight has been described as “efficient,” his demeanor “boardroom casual,” and his wardrobe “casually intimidating.” He refers to his putter as “The Closer” and once ran a cost-benefit analysis before hitting a lay-up.

Favorite Movie: Margin Call — “Because sometimes you’ve got one round to save the day.”

Golf Idol: Stewart Cink — mature game, modern edge, underestimated threat.

Go-To Snack: Soft Pretzel — no mustard, no fuss, just structured carbs.

Quirky Habit: Carries a rangefinder and a backup rangefinder, “for redundancy purposes.”

Signature Drink: The Asset Allocation
Gin, tonic, cucumber wheel, served with a side of confidence. Smart, simple, and doubles as a networking strategy.

👤 Michael Gallenberg (Guest – 17 Handicap)

Bio: Michael is what happens when a golf swing meets jazz improv. He hits shots you didn’t know existed—and makes them work. His motto? “Recovery is everything.” Known for calling his punch-outs “creative repositionings” and treating the beverage cart like a confession booth. Most of his best rounds are “undocumented.”

Favorite Movie: The Secret Life of Walter Mitty — “Because I always imagine the shot before I take it.”

Golf Idol: Seve Ballesteros — wild, brilliant, and always thinking five shots ahead.

Go-To Snack: Turkey Club Sandwich — but only eats one half, "to stay light for the back nine."

Quirky Habit: Brings two balls off the tee—one to play, one to “keep the first honest.”

Signature Drink: The Risk Taker’s Rickey
Vodka, lime juice, club soda, served over crushed ice with a raised eyebrow. Refreshing, unpredictable, and not legally responsible for your next swing.

🏌️‍♂️ Team 23: Full Send & Forgiveness

👤 Dan Finkelstein (Member – 18 Handicap)

Bio: Dan swings like every shot might be the one to go viral. His golf game is 60% feel, 30% showmanship, and 10% shrugging at the results. He once took a drop and said, “Let’s pretend that never happened, emotionally.” Known for trying the heroic shot when the safe play was available—and making it just often enough to keep doing it.

Favorite Movie: Draft Day — “Because the plan doesn’t matter if the finish is epic.”

Golf Idol: John Daly — zero filter, all heart, and an open stance on life.

Go-To Snack: Chicken Tenders — one bite between stories.

Quirky Habit: Always plays a yellow ball on even-numbered holes. For "visual clarity and luck."

Signature Drink: The Hive Bomb
Tequila, lime, splash of soda, topped with wild optimism. It’s bright, bold, and could either go in or go OB—but damn, you’ll enjoy the attempt.

👤 Wade Lewis (Guest – 10 Handicap)

Bio: Wade swings like a man who read The Art of War and thought it was a golf manual. Strategic, sharp, and never quite says what he’s thinking… until he drains a 25-footer. He refers to golf as “social psychology with blades” and once stopped a foursome cold to adjust his sunglasses and “absorb the fairway’s energy.”

Favorite Movie: Inception — “Because sometimes a flop shot is just a dream inside a dream.”

Golf Idol: Viktor Hovland — clean cut, kind eyes, silent assassin.

Go-To Snack: Soft Pretzel — mustard on the side, silence in the air.

Quirky Habit: Pulls out his rangefinder like he’s defusing a bomb.

Signature Drink: The Silent Fade
Gin, cucumber, dash of lemon, and a slow sip of menace. It doesn’t announce itself—but it’s there, just waiting to take your lead on 17.

🏌️‍♂️ Team 24: Cut to Black

👤 Chad Galster (Member – 19 Handicap)

Bio: Chad plays with the fearless creativity of a man who edits his own highlight reels. Every swing is a new scene, every putt a plot twist. Known to describe doglegs as “character arcs” and bunker shots as “midseason drama.” He’s got the most artistic 19-handicap at the club and once used the word “motif” on the putting green.

Favorite Movie: Once Upon a Time in Hollywood — “Because pacing matters... but endings win trophies.”

Golf Idol: Bubba Watson — creativity, chaos, and curveballs you didn’t see coming.

Go-To Snack: Slider Trio — extra sauce, mid-round fuel, cinematic flavor.

Quirky Habit: Carries a scorecard but never fills it out—says, “The footage tells the story.”

Signature Drink: The Director’s Cut
Whiskey, bitters, orange peel, splash of cola. Long, bold, and emotionally unpredictable—just like his back nine.

👤 Criss Bradbury (Guest – 9 Handicap)

Bio: Criss hits it like he’s writing a final draft—clean, refined, and always with a bit of flair. He doesn’t talk much during the round, but when he does, it’s usually something you quote later. Once dropped a 40-foot putt, turned, and said, “The script needed it.” The man swings like he's holding a pen instead of a club.

Favorite Movie: Moneyball — “Because metrics matter… but you still need magic.”

Golf Idol: Tony Finau — quiet force, undeniable presence, killer walk.

Go-To Snack: Turkey Club Sandwich — diagonally sliced with executive precision.

Quirky Habit: Brings his own towel. It’s monogrammed. He calls it “Continuity.”

Signature Drink: The Final Fade
Vodka, lime, splash of soda, served in a tall glass with a knowing nod. Cool, efficient, and destined to be part of the final scene.

🏌️‍♂️ Team 37: Grip It & Sip It

👤 Chuck Underhill (Member – 20 Handicap)

Bio: Chuck doesn’t warm up—he loosens up. Known for saying things like “It’s not the score, it’s the story,” and then dropping an 8-footer with a borrowed putter. His favorite club? Whichever one gets the job done while he’s telling a joke. Chuck’s swing has been described as “surprisingly effective” and “not as bad as it looked.”

Favorite Movie: Major League — “Because when the wheels fall off, we rally.”

Golf Idol: Lee Trevino — magnetic, miraculous, and always in on the joke.

Go-To Snack: Turkey Club Sandwich — extra mayo, perfectly stacked, unbothered.

Quirky Habit: Keeps a pencil from every course he’s ever played in his bag. Some say it's a good luck charm. Others say it’s just hoarding.

Signature Drink: The Chuckwagon Classic
Bourbon, lemon, dash of bitters, and a splash of sweet tea. Equal parts charm, grit, and back-nine courage.

👤 Richard Walker (Guest – 10 Handicap)

Bio: Richard is the kind of guy who keeps his irons clean, his tempo cleaner, and his comebacks memorized. Calm, capable, and fully prepared to make you regret your safe shot on 17. He swings like a man who trusts the process and chips like a man who’s been through one. When Richard plays well, the fairway notices.

Favorite Movie: Miracle — “Because belief beats technique nine times out of ten.”

Golf Idol: Justin Rose — polished, precise, and permanently unfazed.

Go-To Snack: Soft Pretzel — golden, simple, dependable. Like Richard himself.

Quirky Habit: Always checks the wind… even when he’s putting.

Signature Drink: The Icy Resolve
Vodka, club soda, lime, and a calm stare that says, “You go ahead—I’ll catch up.” Refreshing, focused, and extremely effective on holes 10 through 18.

🏌️‍♂️ Team 38: Rangefinder Royalty

👤 Mike Yates (Member – 16 Handicap)

Bio: Mike plays golf like he’s narrating a documentary on strategy. He’s the guy who will absolutely hit 4-iron off the tee—not because it’s smart, but because it’s right. Known for saying “I’ll just knock one down there,” followed by a towering draw into orbit. Owns more headcovers than you own hats.

Favorite Movie: The Sandlot — “Because it’s not about being the best—it’s about showing up ready to play.”

Golf Idol: Zach Johnson — a short-game professor disguised as your accountant.

Go-To Snack: Chicken Caesar Wrap — and yes, he orders it “with confidence.”

Quirky Habit: Replaces divots while offering unsolicited turf commentary.

Signature Drink: The Tactical Tumbler
Vodka, lime, splash of iced tea. It’s relaxed, intelligent, and sneaky effective after hole 5.

👤 Victor Rangel (Guest – 18 Handicap)

Bio: Victor’s swing has been described as “part power, part poetry, part wild card.” He’s got charisma, courage, and a complete disregard for course architecture when it comes to risk-taking. Plays best after sunset or after three double bogeys—whichever comes first. Carries a lucky coin and knows it works.

Favorite Movie: Cool Runnings — “Because when you believe you can fly, you sometimes do.”

Golf Idol: Tommy Fleetwood — laid-back, laser-focused, and rocking better flow than the rest of the field.

Go-To Snack: Grilled Cheese — cut diagonally, eaten defiantly.

Quirky Habit: Talks to his ball mid-flight like it’s an old friend he just reunited with.

Signature Drink: The High Fade Heat
Tequila, ginger beer, and orange bitters. Bright, bold, and fully capable of flipping your match in two swings and a grin.

🏌️‍♂️ Team 39: Swing Disruption, LLC

👤 Mark Hamermesh (Member – 18 Handicap)

Bio: Mark doesn’t swing the club—he delivers it, like a memo to your ego. Strategic, subtle, and full of back-nine surprises. He once hit a cut 5-wood under a tree limb, looked up, and said, “That was a hedge.” Golf to Mark is a game of margins, momentum, and occasionally moonshots.

Favorite Movie: The Big Lebowski — “Because sometimes you roll with it, sometimes it rolls with you.”

Golf Idol: Miguel Ángel Jiménez — because aging like a fine wine doesn’t mean you can’t outdrive your cart partner.

Go-To Snack: Slider Trio — chosen with precision, consumed with purpose.

Quirky Habit: Cleans every club before teeing off—whether he uses it or not.

Signature Drink: The Risk Analyst
Bourbon, bitters, lemon peel, stirred with intent. Built for long games, bold plays, and reflective strolls up the 18th.

👤 Deepak Peruvemba (Guest – 16 Handicap)

Bio: Deepak’s golf philosophy is equal parts science and instinct. He reads putts like market data and executes flop shots with the flair of a guy who’s been “experimenting with trajectory.” Never rattled, always aware, and low-key dangerous from 85 yards and in. Known for saying “Watch this” right before something either magical or mildly insane.

Favorite Movie: Iron Man — “Because tech, grit, and a little showmanship gets it done.”

Golf Idol: Bryson DeChambeau — brain meets brawn meets blender.

Go-To Snack: Chicken Caesar Wrap — high protein, high IQ.

Quirky Habit: Carries a custom ball marker with his initials... and his backup logo.

Signature Drink: The Launch Monitor
Tequila, ginger beer, lime wedge, shaken—not stirred. Designed for velocity, spin rate, and occasional disruption of par.

🏌️‍♂️ Team 40: High Risk, High Fade

👤 Grady Brown (Member – 23 Handicap)

Bio: Grady’s game is part golf, part improv. He swings with conviction, regardless of what his pre-shot routine—or gravity—suggests. Known for booming drives and occasionally forgetting where they went, he plays the game like a man who believes in miracles. And snacks. Always snacks.

Favorite Movie: Dodgeball — “Because if you can dodge a slice, you can win a flight.”

Golf Idol: Boo Weekley — chaos, charisma, and the occasional brilliance.

Go-To Snack: Chicken Tenders — bold order, even bolder dip strategy.

Quirky Habit: Shouts “Bingo!” when he hits a fairway. Doesn’t explain it.

Signature Drink: The Texas Wedge
Whiskey, sweet tea, splash of lemonade. It’s Southern, stubborn, and only mildly under control—just like his short game.

👤 Mark Goodman (Guest – 13 Handicap)

Bio: Mark plays with the quiet confidence of a man who’s already got the round scripted. Drives? Safe. Irons? Solid. Putts? Stared at longer than a fine wine menu. He’s the strategist of the pairing, using Grady’s chaos as camouflage while he sneaks in pars like a burglar in FootJoys.

Favorite Movie: Ocean’s Eleven — “Because a good plan needs great misdirection.”

Golf Idol: Jim Furyk — funky swing, world-class finish.

Go-To Snack: Club Sandwich — diagonally sliced, unflappable.

Quirky Habit: Carries a laminated sheet of motivational quotes in his golf bag. Reads one per nine.

Signature Drink: The Goodman Gimlet
Gin, lime, cucumber twist. Crisp, consistent, and best consumed while walking smugly off the 18th green with a sneaky net 69.

🏌️‍♂️ Team 41: Bloodline & Birdies

👤 Tyler Lesperance (Member – 17 Handicap)

Bio: Tyler plays golf like a Spotify playlist—eclectic, full of surprises, and absolutely vibey on the back nine. His swing has more tempo than a jazz quartet and his approach to par-5s is usually, “Why not?” Known for quoting movie lines on the tee and sticking wedge shots while still chewing. This man was born to scramble—and not just eggs.

Favorite Movie: Creed — “Because legacy matters, and grit is generational.”

Golf Idol: Max Homa — modern game, social swagger, plus that buttery swing.

Go-To Snack: Slider Trio — with extra pickles and light heckling.

Quirky Habit: Takes off his glove for every putt… even when it’s 2 feet.

Signature Drink: The Sunday Cut
Bourbon, iced tea, dash of lemon. Relaxed, charged, and always rolling slightly left to right.

👤 Rob Lesperance (Guest – 12 Handicap)

Bio: Rob’s game is a quiet storm of consistency and confidence. His warm-up includes a few stretching poses that look suspiciously like yoga. He once made back-to-back birdies while tying his own shoes between shots. Rob treats club selection like a sacred ritual and knows when to say “You’re good” before anyone else does.

Favorite Movie: Field of Dreams — “Because family, grass, and hope all live on the same fairway.”

Golf Idol: Fred Couples — smooth, soulful, and casually elite.

Go-To Snack: Turkey Club — respectfully halved, aggressively enjoyed.

Quirky Habit: Keeps his tees sorted by length and emotional readiness.

Signature Drink: The Kinship Cooler
Gin, cucumber, lime, soda. It’s calming, crisp, and just classy enough to carry the back nine on pure vibes.

🏌️‍♂️ Team 42: The Final Word

👤 Norm Cuttler (Member – 14 Handicap)

Bio: Norm plays like a man who’s made peace with the game—and yet still finds ways to rattle cages. Cool-tempered, smooth-swinging, and just chaotic enough to try the hero shot with a full crowd watching. Once played 18 holes with a cigar and a single ball. The cigar made it.

Favorite Sports Movie: The Nice Guys — “Because comedy, catastrophe, and competence go great together.”

Golf Idol: Corey Pavin — crafty, classic, and totally unrattled.

Go-To Snack: Soft Pretzel — buttered and bagged for mid-round convenience.

Quirky Habit: Never tees the ball the same height twice. Says it keeps his swing “interested.”

Signature Drink: The Clubhouse Curtain Call
Bourbon, ginger ale, twist of lemon, splash of “you should’ve seen that par save.” A drink for closers with short memories and great finishes.

👤 Deneys Purcell (Guest – 23 Handicap)

Bio: Deneys plays golf like a man living his best damn life. His swing? Underrated. His confidence? Overwhelming. His attitude? Untouchable. He’s the guy you want in your cart if the round turns messy—and the guy you fear when he gets hot on the front nine. His wedges are unpredictable. His energy? Immaculate.

Favorite Sports Movie: EuroTrip — “Because sometimes it’s not about the destination—it’s about the detour through four bunkers and a snowman.”

Golf Idol: Jesper Parnevik — unconventional, unforgettable, and 100% having more fun than you.

Go-To Snack: Chicken Tenders — three sauces, one vibe.

Quirky Habit: Wears two gloves on the first hole “just to see how the day feels.”

Signature Drink: The Double Glove Driver
Tequila, lime, orange bitters, and enough personality to carry a foursome. A drink that hits hard, fades slightly, and always leaves a story.

🏌️‍♂️ Team 49: The Shotmakers Union

👤 Ami Azarkman (Member – 10 Handicap)

Bio: Ami plays with the precision of a surgeon and the swagger of a street magician. His swing? Tight. His confidence? Tighter. He’s the guy who’ll drain a 40-footer, wink at the gallery (real or imagined), and toss you a tee like it’s a mic drop.

Favorite Movie: Limitless — “Because when I’m locked in, it feels like that.”

Golf Idol: Tony Finau — smooth, humble, and sneaky long.

Go-To Snack: Wasabi almonds — sharp, focused, and just a little unhinged.

Quirky Habit: Refuses to use range balls. Brings his own. Even to the range.

Signature Drink: The Azark-Attack
Gin, cucumber, tonic, and a spritz of swagger. Clean, crisp, and liable to get inside your head around hole 12.

👤 John Quick (Guest – 0 Handicap)

Bio: Quick by name, quick by tempo. John plays with ruthless calm and next-level shot IQ. He’s not here to entertain you—he’s here to dismantle your round with birdies and blank stares. Watching him work is like watching a Rolex tee off: smooth, elegant, and expensive.

Favorite Movie: The Bourne Identity — “I don’t remember hitting that shot. But I did.”

Golf Idol: Ben Hogan — pure fundamentals, no fluff.

Go-To Snack: Apple slices with peanut butter — efficient, clean, tactical.

Quirky Habit: Never speaks to his ball. Doesn’t negotiate with outcomes.

Signature Drink: The Quick Cut
Vodka, soda, lemon twist, and ice cold silence. No garnish. No mercy.

🏌️‍♂️ Team 50: The Birdie Brokers

👤 Jaan Bhatia (Member – 6 Handicap)

Bio: Jaan plays like his clubs are tax-deductible. He charts yardages like stock trends, plays the odds, and always seems to know where the smart miss is. He’s a 6-handicap with hedge fund confidence and a short game that closes deals.

Favorite Movie: The Big Short — “Because the long shot is sometimes the best play.”

Golf Idol: Patrick Cantlay — deliberate, unflinching, quietly lethal.

Go-To Snack: Mixed nuts — balanced, strategic, and portioned by ROI.

Quirky Habit: Carries two ball markers—one for birdie putts, one for bailouts.

Signature Drink: The Swing Trader
Bourbon, iced tea, lemon, and calculated risk. Bold off the tee, steady on the back nine, and always trending upward.

👤 Vijay Chhabra (Guest – 11 Handicap)

Bio: Vijay plays like he’s scoring a movie—full of rhythm, highs, and dramatic recoveries. His swing has a natural tempo, his short game hums, and his poker face could bluff a rules official. He’s not just playing golf—he’s composing it.

Favorite Movie: Whiplash — “Because perfect timing takes guts and grit.”

Golf Idol: Ernie Els — pure rhythm, pure class.

Go-To Snack: Dark chocolate square — precise, elegant, and not to be rushed.

Quirky Habit: Lines up every tee shot while softly humming film scores.

Signature Drink: The Chhabra Crescendo
Gin, elderflower, cucumber, and cool swagger. Subtle, smooth, and capable of stealing the scene.

🏌️‍♂️ Team 51: The Mulligan Men

👤 John Montgomery (Member – 22 Handicap)

Bio: John plays with the wisdom of someone who’s seen it all... mostly from the rough. He’s steady, self-deprecating, and strangely comfortable in high-stakes side bets. His scorecard may vary, but his vibes? Unshakable.

Favorite Movie: Field of Dreams — “Because belief is everything. Especially in the trees.”

Golf Idol: Lee Trevino — because the best players tell the best stories.

Go-To Snack: Clubhouse fries — crisp, classic, and always a fallback option.

Quirky Habit: Uses a divot tool from every course he’s ever played—rotates them for karma.

Signature Drink: The Gentleman’s Mulligan
Whiskey, lemonade, splash of ginger ale, and a clean slate. Smooth, forgiving, and surprisingly effective when you least expect it.

👤 Matt Dickinson (Guest – 12 Handicap)

Bio: Matt is the definition of quiet fire. Calm demeanor, tight swing, and a short game built for dramatic finishes. He doesn’t say much on the course—but when he does, it’s either deadpan gold or a dagger to your confidence.

Favorite Movie: The Dark Knight — “Because you either save par… or live long enough to three-putt.”

Golf Idol: Justin Rose — understated control with a killer instinct.

Go-To Snack: String cheese — surgical, no-nonsense, and quietly elite.

Quirky Habit: Always removes his glove before putting—always.

Signature Drink: The Dickinson Drop
Vodka, tonic, cucumber, and eerie silence. Low-key, laser-focused, and cold-blooded from 80 yards in.

🏌️‍♂️ Team 52: The Even Stevens

👤 Ryan Brach (Member – 18 Handicap)

Bio: Ryan plays with passion, patience, and just a hint of panic. He’ll stripe one down the middle, chunk the wedge, then drain the putt and shrug like it was always part of the plan. He’s the heart of the pairing—and sometimes the hazard too.

Favorite Movie: Inside Out — “Because golf is mostly emotional damage control.”

Golf Idol: Rickie Fowler — unfazed, unfussy, unbothered by bogeys.

Go-To Snack: Sour gummy worms — chaotic energy in edible form.

Quirky Habit: Names each ball before teeing off. Refuses to use one without a proper send-off.

Signature Drink: The Brach Bounce
Spiced rum, Coke, lime, and a splash of whoops. Sweet going down, risky on the turn, and somehow gets you back to even.

👤 Aaron Pinsker (Guest – 18 Handicap)

Bio: Aaron is vibes over metrics. He’s got the swing of a guy who played seriously once… in 2009. But don’t sleep on him—when he’s hot, he catches fire. When he’s cold, he’s still the best playlist on the course.

Favorite Movie: Forgetting Sarah Marshall — “Because sometimes the shank makes the story.”

Golf Idol: Jordan Spieth — rollercoasters welcome.

Go-To Snack: Cheddar popcorn — makes a mess, doesn’t care.

Quirky Habit: Uses one tee for the entire round—unless it breaks, and then he curses it by name.

Signature Drink: The Pinsker Punch
Vodka, cranberry, splash of Sprite, and reckless optimism. Flashy, fun, and prone to back-nine heroics.

🏌️‍♂️ Team 53: The Taylor Made Men

👤 Zach Taylor (Member – 10 Handicap)

Bio: Zach is a range rat turned course tactician. Clean tempo, tight polo, and a swing that whispers, “I’ve been here before.” He doesn’t just play golf—he audits it. If you’re not watching him, you’re probably in his line.

Favorite Movie: Moneyball — “Because I like when numbers and instincts both win.”

Golf Idol: Collin Morikawa — precision with poise.

Go-To Snack: Trail mix — no chocolate, no BS, just fuel.

Quirky Habit: Carries three yardage books, even on a course he’s played 40 times.

Signature Drink: The Taylor Tonic
Vodka, club soda, lemon wedge, and a post-round spreadsheet. Clean, efficient, and painfully consistent.

👤 Richard Taylor (Guest – 13 Handicap)

Bio: Richard is golf’s version of a vinyl record—smooth, classy, and never out of style. His short game is silk, his etiquette is gold, and his presence on the tee box feels like a handshake from a bygone era.

Favorite Movie: The Untouchables — “Because there’s no substitute for doing things the right way.”

Golf Idol: Tom Watson — timeless grit with a touch of grace.

Go-To Snack: Salted cashews — classic, tidy, satisfying.

Quirky Habit: Still repairs ball marks with a 1962 silver dollar.

Signature Drink: The Vintage Fade
Single malt scotch, neat. No garnish, no noise, just heritage in a glass.

🏌️‍♂️ Team 54: The Fairway Philosophers

👤 Jesse Fishman (Member – 1 Handicap)

Bio: Jesse doesn’t “play” golf. He conducts it. Each shot is a calculated expression of geometry, tempo, and contempt for mediocrity. He’s calm, clinical, and more reliable than your ex’s excuses. He’s not out there to socialize. He’s out there to sculpt scorecards.

Favorite Movie: The Prestige — "Magic is just science with better showmanship."

Golf Idol: Collin Morikawa. Surgical precision with Midwest chill.

Go-To Snack: Protein bar. Low sugar, high standards.

Quirky Habit: Practices putting while other people are talking. Doesn’t hear them. Doesn’t care.

Signature Drink: The Fishman Formula
Gin, cucumber, splash of tonic, and no room for error. Clean, crisp, and likely to drop a 30-footer without comment.

👤 Matthew Siporin (Guest – +5 Handicap)

Bio: Matthew is a walking highlight reel. His swing belongs in slow motion, and his course management reads like a playbook. There's no wasted motion, no second guessing, just precision and results. He sets the tone and rarely misses the beat.

Favorite Movie: Drive — "Cool is a performance, and I never miss the part."

Golf Idol: Rory McIlroy. Fearless, fluid, and ferocious with a fade.

Go-To Snack: Trail mix. Disciplined, with occasional chocolate sins.

Quirky Habit: Keeps a rangefinder in one pocket and a philosophy book in the other. Reads both between shots.

Signature Drink: The Siporon Sling
Bourbon, bitters, twist of orange, and zero apologies. Strong on arrival, smooth on exit, unforgettable somewhere around Hole 13.