I was in Augusta, Georgia in February of 2024 for work. It wasn’t Masters week. Not even close. But if you find yourself in Augusta with a free day on your hands, it feels like something you shouldn’t waste, especially if golf has any hold on you. Augusta when it’s not Masters week is very normal. Almost suspiciously normal for a town that hosts the most famous golf tournament on earth once a year. No grandstands. No crowds. No patrons. Just a regular Southern city fully aware that everyone...

It’s no secret that the East End of Long Island is home to some of the most revered golf courses in the country.  Names like Shinnecock and National carry weight that doesn’t need explaining. But beyond those grand gates and winding driveways, the area quietly hides something else entirely.  Tucked behind hedges, ponds, and private roads is an impressive collection of backyard golf setups.  From custom putting paradises to full-on estate golf courses, the East End has some of the most...

My wife tells me all the time that I have too many hats. She claims my closet looks like the clearance rack at Lids and frequently insists it’s time to thin the herd.  But here’s the thing, every hat has a purpose.  So instead of downsizing like a reasonable adult, I decided to double down and justify my collection.  Below is the core rotation I believe every person should have.  Not just hat-wearers. Not just men. Every. Person .  If you’ve ever been told, “Do you really need another hat?”...