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The Back of the Range

Hosted by Ben Adelberg · sports · EN-US · 456 episodes

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The Back of the Range Golf Podcast, hosted by Ben Adelberg, is a weekly interview-driven podcast focusing on the game of golf. Prominent amateurs and professionals, coaches, and personalities from the game share their stories each and every week. Sometimes, the best stories in golf aren't found on tour. You'll find them at The Back of the Range.

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What is The Back of the Range about?

The Back of the Range Golf Podcast, hosted by Ben Adelberg, is a weekly interview-driven podcast focusing on the game of golf. Prominent amateurs and professionals, coaches, and personalities from the game share their stories each and every week. Sometimes, the best stories in golf aren't found on tour. You'll find them at The Back of the Range.

Who hosts The Back of the Range?

The Back of the Range is hosted by Ben Adelberg. The show has published 456 episodes to date.

What has The Back of the Range covered recently?

Recent episodes include "Carlton Woods Invitational Preview Episode - Emile Asous, Director of Golf" (23 October 2026, 23 minutes), "Blake Smart - University of Memphis Men's Golf Coach" (15 October 2026, 52 minutes), and "Andrew Bailey - 2026 U.S. Mid-Amateur Champion" (11 October 2026, 49 minutes).

How often does The Back of the Range publish?

The Back of the Range publishes roughly a few times a week, with episodes averaging 45 minutes across 456 episodes.

How hard is it to get booked on The Back of the Range?

Booking probability for The Back of the Range is 38%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. The Back of the Range requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. The Back of the Range's contact route on record: verified email.

Who should pitch The Back of the Range?

The strongest fits for The Back of the Range are Fitness, Golf & Recreation and Sports. The Back of the Range has a sports audience.

About the host

Ben Adelberg hosts The Back of the Range, a sports show with 456 episodes published.

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  • Episode #456

    Carlton Woods Invitational Preview Episode - Emile Asous, Director of Golf

    Oct 23, 202623 min

    A private club in Texas is turning its amateur invitational into one of the most coveted weeks in mid-am and senior golf. Emile Asous, Director of Golf at The Club at Carlton Woods reveals why The Carlton Woods...

  • Episode #455

    Blake Smart - University of Memphis Men's Golf Coach

    Oct 15, 202652 min

    Blake Smart, head coach of the University of Memphis, joins The Back of the Range to discuss the long road to building a successful college golf program. From Bucee’s-fueled van trips and early-career sacrifices to a...

  • Episode #454

    Andrew Bailey - 2026 U.S. Mid-Amateur Champion

    Oct 11, 202649 min

    Former mini-tour pro Andrew Bailey’s unlikely path to becoming U.S. Mid-Amateur champion began on Cleveland’s municipal courses. In this episode, he shares why he left professional golf, how reinstatement as an amateur...

  • Episode #453

    Macy Pate - Wake Forest Women's Golf

    Oct 9, 202633 min

    Wake Forest senior Macy Pate stops by The Back of the Range to share the story behind her team-voted exemption to compete at The Annika Driven by Gainbridge—and her upcoming LPGA debut. She reflects on growing up near...

  • Episode #452

    Johnnie Clark - University of New Mexico Men's Golf

    Oct 9, 202643 min

    Johnnie Clark of the University of New Mexico is making a statement: he won his first three stroke-play events this fall, a rare feat in Division I golf. In this episode, he shares the journey behind his breakthrough...

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  • Episode #451

    Forrest Schultz - Alabama Men's Assistant Golf Coach

    Oct 8, 20261h 2m

    Alabama assistant coach Forrest Schultz joins The Back of the Range to share his journey from Division II golf to the SEC. Hear how he builds competitive schedules, develops players, and creates a championship...

  • Episode #450

    Mike Sposa - 2026 U.S. Senior Amateur Champion

    Oct 2, 20261h 13m

    Mike Sposa’s U.S. Senior Amateur win is only part of the story. The real surprise is how a former pro who spent years grinding on tour found himself energized by amateur golf again, from the pressure of match play to...

  • Episode #449

    Darby Sligh - North Carolina State Women's Golf Coach

    Sep 29, 202647 min

    NC State women’s golf coach Darby Sligh speaks about the experiences that shaped her path—from growing up in North Augusta, South Carolina, and working the range at Augusta National to coaching at Newberry, Illinois...

  • Episode #448

    Jeff Roope - Toledo Men's Golf Coach

    Sep 12, 202626 min

    College golf is won long before the first tee shot - in the fundraising, the relationships, and the relentless behind-the-scenes grind that most fans never see. Toledo's Jeff Roope pulls back the curtain on how he...

  • Episode #447

    Josh Hill - Walker Cup Legend

    Sep 9, 202651 min

    GB&I’s Walker Cup win at Lahinch wasn’t just a trophy—it was a masterclass in team chemistry, preparation, and handling the biggest amateur stage in golf. Josh Hill stops by The Back of the Range to relive the wild...

  • Episode #446

    Armen Kirakossian - UCLA Men's Golf Coach

    Sep 3, 202654 min

    In this episode, Armen walks through exactly how you take a program from 81st in the country to a top-two national finish in four years — the recruiting philosophy, the culture shifts, and the belief system he had to...

  • Episode #445

    Shauna Taylor - Arkansas Women's Golf Coach

    Sep 2, 202643 min

    College golf is changing fast, and Shauna Taylor is one of the few people who’s lived its evolution from every angle - elite player, head coach, recruiter, mentor, and Hall of Famer. If you care about what actually...

  • Episode #444

    Jonathan Moore - Oklahoma Men's Golf Coach

    Aug 31, 202656 min

    In this episode of The Back of the Range, Ben Adelberg sits down with Jonathan Moore, head coach of Oklahoma Men’s Golf, for a deep and wide-ranging conversation about leadership, player development, and the realities...

  • Episode #443

    Jim Anderson - Arizona Men's Golf Coach

    Aug 27, 202640 min

    Jim Anderson, Arizona men’s golf coach, talks through the build of a program that is both highly competitive and deeply relationship driven. He explains how the Wildcats are preparing for a new season, what adding...

  • Episode #442

    Jeff Thomas - Liberty University Men's Golf Coach

    Aug 27, 202635 min

    Our guest on this epsiode of The Back of the Range is Jeff Thomas, head coach of the Liberty University Men's Golf Program. Jeff Thomas - Liberty University Men's Golf Coach ** The Back of the Range - All Access **...

  • Episode #441

    Brendan von Doehren - Executive Director, PGA Tour U

    Aug 27, 202640 min

    In this episode of The Back of the Range, we dive deep into the evolving landscape of college golf with Brendan von Doehren, the Executive Director of PGA Tour U. Brendan shares valuable insights on the new initiatives...

  • Episode #440

    Jerry Haas - Wake Forest Men's Golf Coach

    Aug 26, 20261h 10m

    For nearly three decades, Jerry Haas has been the steady hand behind one of the most consistent programs in college golf. Since taking over at Wake Forest in 1997, Haas has guided the Demon Deacons to a nation-leading...

  • Episode #439

    Houston Moore - UTRGV Director of Golf

    Aug 26, 202617 min

    My guest on this episode of The Back of the Range is Houston Moore, the director of golf for the UTRGV Men's and Women's Golf Programs. Houston Moore - Director of Golf, University of Texas Rio Grande Valley The Back of...

  • Episode #438

    Josh Brewer - Eastern Michigan Women's Golf

    Aug 21, 202651 min

    My guest on this episode of The Back of the Range is Josh Brewer, head coach of the Eastern Michigan Women's Golf Program. We spoke about last season's run at the National Championship and what lies ahead for the...

  • Episode #437

    Ryan Hybl - Georgia Tech Men's Golf

    Aug 21, 202637 min

    My guest on this episode of The Back of the Range is the new head coach of the Georgia Tech Men's Golf program, Ryan Hybl. Ryan Hybl - Georgia Tech Men's Golf Coach The Back of the Range - All Access Subscribe to The...

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