World Golf Hall of Famer David Graham, Top 100 Instructors Tom Patri & Mike Malizia | U.S. Open, PGA Tour Changes, Ball Striking & Golf Improvement Tips
- S13E32
- 1:57:48
- July 2nd 2026
On this episode of Next on the Tee, I welcome three of golf's most respected voices for an episode packed with championship stories, elite instruction, and game-improving advice.
Leading off is our Resident Director of Instruction, Tom Patri. I start off the segment by asking TP to explain his "why" behind doing what he does. From there, I ask him to explain the phrase "great ball striker," and isn't everyone on Tour a great ball striker? We discuss how the guys at the US Open couldn't pull off the 4-wood shot Corey Pavin hit to secure his 1995 US Open victory at Shinnecock, plus another round of bad fan behavior on Long Island.
Next, World Golf Hall of Famer David Graham joins me, and we relive an extraordinary Hall of Fame career that included victories at the PGA Championship and U.S. Open, plus 40 professional wins across six continents. David shares memories of winning at Merion, being honored this year at Jack Nicklaus' Memorial Tournament, and offers his perspective on the PGA Tour's proposed Championship Series, the future of professional golf, and what today's young players must do to become champions.
Then, Golf Magazine Top 100 Instructor Mike Malizia makes a return visit. Mike starts off by taking us through his blueprint for practicing more effectively, developing Tour-level fundamentals, improving your putting routine, and maximizing your performance—even if you only have 45 minutes to practice. Mike also discusses how technology and AI are influencing golf instruction, why the lead heel remains an important part of a powerful golf swing, and why understanding people is just as important as understanding the golf swing.
Whether you're looking for golf instruction, golf swing tips, ball striking drills, putting improvement, PGA Tour news, U.S. Open analysis, World Golf Hall of Fame stories, or insights from some of the game's greatest teachers and champions, this episode delivers practical advice, unforgettable stories, and the inspiration to help you play your best golf.
I hope you'll also join me over on Substack for exclusive golf articles, behind-the-scenes stories, bonus content, and your weekly dose of Vitamin G—because this is where golf legends live and your game gets better.
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Next on the Tee, Where Golf Legends Live & Your Game Gets Better
Next on the Tee with Chris Mascaro is a conversation-driven golf podcast built on gratitude, storytelling, and a genuine love for the game. Each week, award-winning host Chris Mascaro welcomes golf legends, major champions, top instructors, broadcasters, caddies, and industry insiders to share the stories you won’t hear anywhere else—stories that entertain, inspire, and help you play better golf.
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I’m Chris Mascaro, who is blessed to be the award-winning host and creator of Next on the Tee. The heart of the show is a deep gratitude for my guests who share great stories, and a genuine love for the game of golf. Each week, I’m fortunate to sit down with golf legends, major champions, top instructors, broadcasters, caddies, and storytellers who are kind enough to share their time, insights, and experiences with all of us.
I believe golf is at its best when it brings people together. My goal with every episode is to go beyond the leaderboard and the swing tips, and instead focus on the stories, lessons, and moments that stay with us—both on and off the course. I want listeners to enjoy the game more, think about it a little differently, and feel connected to the people who have shaped it.
Next on the Tee has been honored with multiple industry awards, including w3, Davey, and Communicator Awards, and I’m incredibly grateful for that recognition. Even more meaningful to me is the community that’s grown around the show—“Next on the Tee Nation.” I never take for granted that you choose to spend your time here, and I’m thankful every time you press play.
At the end of the day, I approach each episode with humility, curiosity, and appreciation—for the guests who trust me with their stories, and for the listeners who continue to take the journey with me.