⛳ Everyday he’s shufflin’
World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler wins second Masters in three years
After wild and windy conditions took over the first two rounds at the 88th Masters, World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler blew the field away to win his second green jacket in three years.
April 15, 2024
⚙️ How it works
What to know before the 88th Masters tournament
Men’s golf’s biggest event tees off today, so we’re sharing everything you need to know to enjoy the famed (and often dramatic) major.
April 11, 2024
⛳ Par for the sponsorship course
Ally becomes the official retail banking partner of the USGA, U.S. Open, and U.S. Women’s Open
The LPGA is following up last week’s game-changing sponsorship announcements with another one — this time, with Ally. It’s the progressive online bank’s first move into the golf space as it becomes the official retail banking partner of the USGA, U.S. Open, and U.S. Women’s Open.
February 02, 2024
🇸🇦 Swing and a miss
The LPGA Tour and Ladies European Tour merger was blocked late last year
A massive merger between the LPGA Tour and the Ladies European Tour (LET) that was initially announced in 2019 was reportedly blocked late last year after Golf Saudi — one of LET’s largest financial backers through Saudi state oil company Aramco — intervened.
January 29, 2024
💸 Sponsored links
The LPGA announces three major sponsors this week
Three major announcements from big-name sponsors this week reflect growing LPGA interest as men’s and women’s sports leagues continue to team up.
January 26, 2024
📗 The origin story
2024 LPGA season preview
The LPGA will crown its first winner of the year when the Hilton Grand Vacations Tournament of Champions — 2024’s season opener — swings to a close today.
January 21, 2024
Another one bites the dust
World No. 3 Jon Rahm defects to LIV Golf
In a true change in tune, world No. 3 Jon Rahm is defecting to the Saudi Arabian–backed LIV Golf, a stunning blow to the PGA Tour in the continually chaotic world of men’s professional golf.
December 08, 2023
The LPGA and PGA Tour are launching their first mixed-team event
The LPGA and PGA Tour are launching their first mixed-team event
December 06, 2023
This weekend, the LPGA and PGA Tour will field a long-awaited crossover at the inaugural Grant Thornton Invitational, the first mixed-team event of its kind.
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Ep #358

Previewing the NBA Play-In tourney & WTF quick hits

April 16, 2024
Previewing the NBA Play-In tourney & WTF quick hits

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Content warning: This episode mentions harassment, bullying, verbal abuse, and sexual assault.

With the NBA Playoffs on the horizon, co-hosts Ellen Hyslop and Steph Rotz start off today’s episode of The GIST of It chatting through the all-important NBA Play-In Tournament, which tips off tonight. Teams will battle for a final shot at making the postseason, meaning everything’s on the line for these ballers.

Then after the break, the gals dig through a trio of WTF stories about abusive coaches that have grabbed headlines over the last few days. From international soccer pitches to college fields and pools, these athletes deserve better.

A huge thanks to our pals at Aflac and the PGA for powering today’s pod! Just like The GIST tackles the gap in women’s sports coverage, Aflac closes the gap that health insurance leaves behind. Learn more at aflac.com.

Canada’s largest grassroots amateur golf tournament is the RBC PGA Scramble, and you can get in on the action. Gather four golf pals and compete at your regional for a shot at an all-expenses-paid trip to the National Final in Nova Scotia’s Cabot Cape Breton. Visit rbcpgascramble.com for more info.

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The LPGA Tour is returning to Boston for the first time since 1997
The LPGA Tour is returning to Boston for the first time since 1997
The 2024 FM Global Championship Tournament will tee off at the prestigious TPC Boston, including a featured event at Fenway Park.
October 30, 2023
Leading the way at the Williams Cup and the Stephens Cup
Leading the way at the Williams Cup and the Stephens Cup
The leaves are changing, the Halloween costumes are out for delivery, and college golf’s fall season is racing towards hibernation.
October 11, 2023
The weekend winners from the college links
The weekend winners from the college links
Team Europe’s Ryder Cup win wasn’t the only big golf victory this week — the college kids have also been throwing down on the links.
October 04, 2023
The Solheim Cup and Ryder Cup both posted big business wins
The Solheim Cup and Ryder Cup both posted big business wins
Team Europe is #winning — the golf squad notched historic quadruple wins against Team USA at the Ryder and Solheim Cups this year.
October 02, 2023
2023 Ryder Cup preview
2023 Ryder Cup preview
Rise and shine because The Ryder Cup — the men’s version of last weekend’s Solheim Cup — teed off from Rome this morning, with Team USA and Team Europe swinging for the trophy in this always thrilling team competition.
September 29, 2023