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Listen "Empire State of Match-Play — 2025 Ryder Cup Preview & The Mystique of Bethpage Black"
Episode Synopsis
The Ryder Cup is heading to New York, and the spotlight is squarely on Bethpage Black—America’s most famous muni with the most intimidating welcome sign in golf.
In this solo episode, Scott Poniewaz (@pony_golf) breaks down the 2025 captains—Keegan Bradley for Team USA and Luke Donald for Team Europe—what their leadership styles mean, and how each side can squeeze points on a course built to test nerve and execution. Then we dive deep into Bethpage Black’s history, Golden Age architecture, and the exact holes most likely to swing matches when the crowds get loud.
You’ll get a practical fan guide for attending (LIRR tips, best vantage points, food recs) and a clear picture of how match play changes the strategy on a demanding championship layout. Scott closes with what he’s watching for on Friday morning and an early prediction for Sunday’s outcome.
What you’ll learn
How Bradley and Donald will shape pairings, chemistry, and course strategy
Why Bethpage Black’s routing, bunkering, and elevated greens are perfect for match play
The specific holes to circle: 1, 4, 5, 8, 12, 13, 15, 17, and 18
Fan logistics: getting there, where to post up, and local eats near the park
Early storylines and a measured prediction for the week
Links & follow
Instagram: @pony_golf
Share your Ryder Cup takes and Bethpage plans via DM
Here are some links to @Pony_Golf: https://linktr.ee/ponygolf
Shop Galway Bay Golf Rain Gear: https://galwaybaygolf.com/?rfsn=78873...
Find A Good Walk Spoiled merch on Millions: https://millions.co/scott-poniewaz-golf
Check out the rest of the Golfer Gang Network Podcasts: https://www.golfergang.com/
Shop Holderness & Bourne: https://alnk.to/74upT4S
Find @Pony_Golf on Instagram: / pony_golf
Key topics: Ryder Cup 2025, Bethpage Black, Keegan Bradley, Luke Donald, New York golf, A.W. Tillinghast, match play strategy, foursomes vs fourball, golf architecture, public golf, Long Island, Farmingdale, PGA, Team USA, Team Europe
#RyderCup #BethpageBlack #GolfPodcast #GolfArchitecture #MatchPlay #TeamUSA #TeamEurope #NewYorkGolf #PublicGolf #PonyGolf
Note: Rosters and pairings evolve—this preview reflects the most current outlook at time of recording.
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In this solo episode, Scott Poniewaz (@pony_golf) breaks down the 2025 captains—Keegan Bradley for Team USA and Luke Donald for Team Europe—what their leadership styles mean, and how each side can squeeze points on a course built to test nerve and execution. Then we dive deep into Bethpage Black’s history, Golden Age architecture, and the exact holes most likely to swing matches when the crowds get loud.
You’ll get a practical fan guide for attending (LIRR tips, best vantage points, food recs) and a clear picture of how match play changes the strategy on a demanding championship layout. Scott closes with what he’s watching for on Friday morning and an early prediction for Sunday’s outcome.
What you’ll learn
How Bradley and Donald will shape pairings, chemistry, and course strategy
Why Bethpage Black’s routing, bunkering, and elevated greens are perfect for match play
The specific holes to circle: 1, 4, 5, 8, 12, 13, 15, 17, and 18
Fan logistics: getting there, where to post up, and local eats near the park
Early storylines and a measured prediction for the week
Links & follow
Instagram: @pony_golf
Share your Ryder Cup takes and Bethpage plans via DM
Here are some links to @Pony_Golf: https://linktr.ee/ponygolf
Shop Galway Bay Golf Rain Gear: https://galwaybaygolf.com/?rfsn=78873...
Find A Good Walk Spoiled merch on Millions: https://millions.co/scott-poniewaz-golf
Check out the rest of the Golfer Gang Network Podcasts: https://www.golfergang.com/
Shop Holderness & Bourne: https://alnk.to/74upT4S
Find @Pony_Golf on Instagram: / pony_golf
Key topics: Ryder Cup 2025, Bethpage Black, Keegan Bradley, Luke Donald, New York golf, A.W. Tillinghast, match play strategy, foursomes vs fourball, golf architecture, public golf, Long Island, Farmingdale, PGA, Team USA, Team Europe
#RyderCup #BethpageBlack #GolfPodcast #GolfArchitecture #MatchPlay #TeamUSA #TeamEurope #NewYorkGolf #PublicGolf #PonyGolf
Note: Rosters and pairings evolve—this preview reflects the most current outlook at time of recording.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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