Your Guide to Golf Media in 2024
With an overwhelming number of media outlets, it’s difficult to know where to look or who to listen to these days. The same goes for the golf world, where rumors swirl and bias gets in the way of good reporting. Just think about all the LIV rumors we have heard with little evidence to back them up!
Below, I will share my favorite golf sources. There is a place for everyone to find information catered towards them, so without further ado, let’s begin!
Who to follow on Twitter:
“X”, or Twitter, is a great resource to find updates on the golf world. “Golf Twitter”, as it is known, has a couple great voices that I like to listen to.
NLU was created back in the early 2010s by a group of buddies (Miami OH alumni) who would simply text about golf in a group chat. One day they transferred that group chat to Twitter, and 500,000 followers later, the rest is history. They are awesome!
It isn’t only journalists that share their thoughts. Max Homa is known for being humorous and roasting golf swings. Michael Kim has recently become a fan favorite, sharing fun stories and giving advice on fundamentals.
NUCLR Golf
This account provides breaking news from all areas of the golf industry. NUCLR tracks top players, manufacturers, and follows rumors. They were one of the first ones to break Jon Rahm’s move to LIV.
Who to read:
If you are looking for longer articles detailing interesting stories: I recommend looking at these publications.
Created by Ryan French, Monday Q Info (also on Twitter) gives an inside look into stories you wouldn’t usually hear about. The majority of professional golf isn’t glamorous, and Ryan does an amazing job of reporting on those stories. Case in point, he follows the trials and tribulations of Mark Baldwin, a 37 year old mini-tour grinder who you probably have never heard of.
Currently a contributor to No Laying Up, former ESPN writer Kevin Van Valkenburg is fun to read! His style of writing is full of imagery and takes unexpected turns while reporting on some of golf's top stories.
Both of these publications have been around for as long as I can remember, providing timely stories from very credible sources. Former Golf Digest writer Dan Rappaport wrote an amazing piece on former Tour star Morgan Hoffman that can be found here.
Instagram:
If you are active on Instagram, there are some hilarious accounts that you could spend hours on! From college golf to random viral videos, there is not a shortage of content to scroll through.
This account is entertaining! ASU gives unprecedented access into their practices, facility, and funny videos as they travel the country.
Since almost dethroning Tiger at the 2008 U.S. Open, Mediate has been a household name. His new Instagram account gives tips and follows his progress as he makes a comeback on the Champions Tour. His eccentric personality alone is a reason to check it out.
This account is for those who enjoy golf fails, viral videos, and need a laugh. I highly suggest giving it a scroll. You may just go down a rabbit hole.
Youtube:
For longer versions of content, I recommend going over to YouTube. Whether it is during your lunch break, in the middle of a class, or to pick up a quick tip or laugh, I suggest checking out these accounts.
Hands down one of the better producers of content in all of golf. Using many of the world’s best European players in their videos, they combine humor and wit to engage all audiences.
PGA Tour winner Wesley Bryan and his brother George post tournament recaps, the lessons they have learned on the road, and fun matches they play against other professionals. They are even opening up their own golf course and documenting the process on their channel.
Third time I have mentioned NLU, and for good reason. Their content on YouTube, courtesy of D.J. Piehowski, is amazing. With series like ‘Tourist Sauce’ and ‘Strapped’, you will fall in love with the characters and places they visit.
