Golf’s Next GEN

Golf's Next GEN, Episode 9: Holiday Episode

Celebrate the season and the finale of an incredible year with Episode 9 of Golf's Next GEN, the official podcast of the AJGA! In this special holiday episode, we reveal the AJGA Awards, challenge our staff with festive trivia and share our favorite holiday movies. Don’t miss this exciting wrap-up to our first season!

Golf's Next GEN, Episode 8: Mike Thomas

Mike Thomas joins Episode No. 8 of the Golf's Next GEN podcast to share his experiences as a longtime PGA professional, insights from coaching his son, Justin Thomas and his perspective on the importance of junior golf in shaping the next generation of players. He also reflects on balancing mentorship, family and the evolving landscape of the sport.

Golf's Next GEN, Episode 7: Shane Bacon

Shane Bacon joins Episode No. 7 of the Golf's Next GEN podcast to discuss hosting an AJGA event this summer, his broadcasting career, and his insights into the junior game and the future of golf. He also talks about his children’s book The Golfer’s Zoo, which introduces kids to the sport in a fun and creative way.

Golf's Next GEN, Episode 6: Connor Sullivan

Connor Sullivan of TaylorMade Golf joins the podcast to talk about his route from the AJGA to The Kingdom, his junior golf career and the future of junior golf. 

Golf's Next GEN, Episode 5: Megan Meng

Fresh off the golf course Megan Meng joins the pod to talk about her junior golf career, match-play events, Wyndham Cup and her advice to current and future junior golfers.

Golf's Next GEN, Episode 4: Liam Lodding

Episode four of Golf's Next GEN features Liam Lodding who suffered a cardiac event at an AJGA tournament last summer. Lodding wanted to give back to those who helped him through it, raising more than $30k for charity while recovering from his own scary condition.

Golf's Next GEN, Episode 3: Yana Wilson

Episode three of Golf's Next GEN highlights Yana Wilson, the 2023 Rolex Junior Player of the Year. Wilson shares stories from her outstanding season and memories from her 2024 events, including the Augusta National Women's Amateur and The Chevron Championship. 

Golf's Next GEN, Episode 2: Jasmine Koo

Episode two of Golf's Next GEN showcases Jasmine Koo, a rising star in junior golf who will soon play for the University of Southern California. Koo offers a compelling look into the evolution of women's golf and her personal journey with the AJGA and how it has shaped her as a young golfer.

Golf's Next GEN, Episode 1: Boston Bracken

The debut episode of Golf's Next GEN features Boston Bracken, a talented junior golfer who is set to join the prestigious golf program at Arizona State University. Bracken's story exemplifies the talent and dedication that define the AJGA's young golfers.