2 off the 1st on camera by Golf News Net
Last Updated: August 15, 2023
2 Off the 1st on Camera is the show for the hardcore golf fan who can't get enough of the sport. Host Ryan Ballengee digs deep on two stories each weekday in a snack-sized show that will catch you up on the most important stories in the game. Watch golf news with perspective.
Lilia Vu, Lucas Glover triumph, and the new global golf schedule is here
On today's show, Ryan looks at Jay Monahan's memo to PGA Tour players which shares some sticking points in a deal with the Saudis, as well as the Tour's opposition to the current rollback Model Local Rule from the USGA and R and A.
Saudi sticking points, and the Tour is formally against the rollback
On today's show, Ryan looks at Jay Monahan's memo to PGA Tour players which shares some sticking points in a deal with the Saudis, as well as the Tour's opposition to the current rollback Model Local Rule from the USGA and R&A.
The controversial finish at Hoylake; do LIV Golf players even wanna come back
On today's show, Ryan looks at the comments of players regarding the controversial finishing holes at Royal Liverpool. Also, it sounds like LIV Golf players aren't especially interested in coming back to the PGA Tour.
Jay Monahan has a trust problem, and maybe the Tour doesn't want this deal
On today's show, Ryan looks at comments made by players that indicate Jay Monahan has a lot of work to do when he returns to earn player trust. Also some comments from Rory McIlroy trigger some conspiracy theories that the Tour is negotiating with the Saudis in bad faith.
The Senate hearings on the PGA Tour-PIF deal, recapped and reviewed
On today's show, Ryan goes in-depth on the Senate hearing on the PGA TOUR-PIF deal. What did we learn? What new questions came out of this? What happens next?
So what exactly is this deal, and who is wrong about it
On today's show, Ryan looks at the explanation Jimmy Dunne offered for the deal he negotiated with the Saudis and the DP World Tour with the PGA Tour. What exactly is everyone signing up for, and why does Dunne's explanation seem so different from what Greg Norman is telling LIV people?
The PGA Tour-LIV Golf merger shocks the golf world
On today's second show of the day, Ryan Ballengee gets into the shocking news of the merger between the PGA Tour, DP World Tour and LIV Golf into a single, for-profit commercial entity. Ryan explains what we know about what's happening and how it's happened, as well as the many questions of what will happen next.
Jon Rahm is now pro-cut as the 2024 PGA Tour schedule takes shape
On today's show, Ryan gets into a change of heart in Jon Rahm relating to cuts at designated events. Also the PGA Tour has shared the outline of a schedule for next year that makes good sense.
Brooks Koepka and the Ryder Cup, and Rose Zhang going pro
On today's show, Ryan goes over the reality of Brooks Koepka making the US Ryder Cup team and the complications for the PGA of America. Also, Rose Zhang is going pro after an incredible amateur and collegiate career.
The DP World Tour puts down the hammer, and the NCAA screws up royally
On today's show, Ryan looks at the penalties, fines and suspensions levied by the DP World Tour against LIV Golf players. Also, no more LIV players are in their lawsuit against the PGA Tour. Finally, the NCAA ruined the D3 women's championship with a foolish decision.
Even bigger fines for LIV players? Tiger Woods, Erica Herman in court
On today's show, Ryan goes over reports that the DP World Tour is going to impose enormous fines on LIV defectors who are still members. Also, Erica Herman's lawsuit against Tiger Woods appears to be favoring Woods on some legal grounds.
The DP World Tour imposes fines on LIV players, and designated events aren't moving around
On today's show, we get into the fines and sanctions imposed on DP World Tour members who played LIV events, as well as four former members who resigned. Also, the PGA Tour appears set to keep common designated events from year to year. Ryan shares why that's a bad idea.
Tiger Woods and Joe Lacava split, and Rory explains not playing Harbour Town
On today's show, Ryan looks at why Rory skipped Harbour Town, Patrick Cantlay's new and familiar caddie, and why an LPGA Tour player will be seen in the US more often starting next week.
Finau, Green win, and another designated week on tap
On the post-birthday episode, Ryan goes over a great weekend in golf, including Tony Finau's win in Mexico and Hannah Green getting a playoff W at Wilshire Country Club. A designated event headlines the jam-packed week ahead.
Do the majors have to accommodate LIV? PGA Tour merger
On today's show, Ryan looks into comments made by Phil Mickelson as LIV tries to move away from the OWGR pipe dream. Also, the PGA Tour is merging two of its tours into one while getting rid of another.
Recapping The Chevron, Zurich Classic and more
On Monday's edition of the show, Ryan looks back on a great weekend of golf and spins forward to another jam-packed week of tournaments around the world.
Tiger Woods has surgery, and is LIV to be taken seriously?
On today's comeback show, Ryan talks about Tiger Woods' fusion surgery in his ankle, then gets into some intrigue about LIV, the Ryder Cup and why Greg Norman just can't be taken seriously.
Masters storylines aplenty, and Gary Player continues to unravel
It's Masters Week! Get ready for the best week of the year in golf with Ryan's primer on all the things to look forward to at Augusta. Then we get into the continued, sad unraveling of Gary Player.
A second course at Augusta National, and Bryson's bad views on architecture
On today's show, Ryan looks into comments made by Gary Player ranking the Masters fourth among majors. Jack did it, too! Also, LIV is thinking about expansion and how to make their business work.
Player, Nicklaus rank the Masters 4th among majors, and LIV expanding?
On today's show, Ryan looks into comments made by Gary Player ranking the Masters fourth among majors. Jack did it, too! Also, LIV is thinking about expansion and how to make their business work.
The PGA Tour's 2024 is decided, and Q-School is back en vogue
On today's show, Ryan looks at the PGA Tour's planned framework for 2024 and how players will get into the FedEx Cup playoffs, designated events and keeping their cards. Also, Q-School has become Q-School again, and that's great.
Farewell to the Match Play, and wrapping up a busy week
Back from a little travel to South Carolina, Ryan's back to talk about the last WGC match play and the future of PGA Tour match play. Also, this past week and next week are chock full of great stories.
The Rollback Episode: Everything you need to know
Today's show is dedicated to the USGA and R and A announcement of a proposed rollback of the golf ball for elite competitions. What is proposed? Is it a good idea? What happens next?
Copyright © 2026 PodcastSearch.org All Rights Reserved.
