What do you get when golf royalty and his quick-witted caddie drop in for a mic-side hang?

Sully, George, and Wardo welcome John Daly Jr. and his caddie Jude Putz for a fast-moving round of stories and laughs. JD Jr. talks about growing up with a legendary name, the lessons he’s learned while carving his own path, and the grind of a summer tour that had him and Putzy crossing states and stacking memories.

From hilarious bunker mishaps and Tiger Woods encounters to his dream foursome and ambitions to tee it up in the game’s biggest events, this episode delivers pure Golf Underground energy part swagger, part insight, and all heart.

Must-Hear Insights and Key Moments

• Sully, George, and Wardo kick things off with jokes about John Daly Jr.’s improved putting stroke.

• JD Jr. describes life on the road with Putzy during their cross-country summer tour.

• Putzy recalls the infamous “bunker-raking incident” and how he keeps JD Jr. entertained more than coached.

• JD Jr. shares how he learned to ignore outside expectations and create his own identity despite carrying his dad’s famous name.

• JD Jr. talks about the small but sharp swing advice he still gets from his father, John Daly.

• The crew swaps stories about memorable encounters with Tiger Woods and other golf legends.

• Wardo fires rapid-fire questions as JD Jr. reveals his dream foursome and favorite golf moments.

• Words of Wisdom: Standout Quotes from This Episode

• • “Once I stopped worrying about outside noise and just worked, everything got better.” – John Daly Jr.

• • “My job isn’t to read greens—it’s to keep JD laughing and loose.” – Jude Putz

  • “Carrying the Daly name used to feel heavy, but now it’s just motivation.” – John Daly Jr.

  • “I can do it all—keep him calm, chirp another caddie, or just stir the pot a little.” – Jude Putz

  • “Dad only chimes in with small tweaks, but when he does, it’s spot-on.” – John Daly Jr.

  • “Watching JD Jr. and Putzy together is like seeing a comedy team with serious game.” – Sully

  • “The chemistry between these two is exactly what makes golf fun to watch.” – George

  • “If you need a bunker raked for the other guy, that’s not my job—I’m Team JD all the way.” – Jude Putz

  • “Beating my dad for the first time was fun… he wasn’t exactly thrilled.” – John Daly Jr.

  • “Golf’s a grind, but we keep it light and enjoy every round.” – Wardo

  
  

• About John Daly Jr.

  John Daly Jr. is one of golf’s brightest young stars, carrying on the swagger and skill of his legendary father, two-time major champion John Daly. A standout for the Arkansas Razorbacks, Daly Jr. captured the 2025 Southern Amateur, was a Ben Hogan Award finalist, and reached the quarterfinals of the 2025 U.S. Amateur. Alongside his father, he won the 2021 PNC Challenge with a record 27-under performance. With multiple collegiate wins and a growing list of accolades, Daly Jr. is proving he’s more than a famous name—he’s the future of competitive golf.

  
  

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What does it take to grow up in a golf shop, learn the craft of clubmaking, and then battle your way onto professional tours around the world?

On this episode of Golf Underground, we sit down with Greg Cesario, son of the legendary Mario Cesario, to talk about his journey from Redlands, California to the PGA Tour. Greg opens up about his father’s legacy in club design, his own life as a junior standout and tour pro, and his transition into key roles at Titleist and TaylorMade.

It’s a mix of heartfelt legacy, tour grit, and equipment insights that every golfer will appreciate.

Must-Hear Insights and Key Moments

• • Greg Cesario shares memories of working in his father’s golf shop as a kid.
  • The crew digs into Greg’s junior golf career and rise in Southern California.
  • Greg talks about competing on the Asian, South African, and PGA Tours.
  • Stories from his transition from tour player to Titleist rep and club fitter.
  • Insights into wedge design and why the short game separates pros.
  • Emotional reflections on his father’s impact and battle with ALS.
  • Behind-the-scenes life at TaylorMade’s Kingdom.
  • George Brett compares lessons from baseball to Greg’s golf grind.
  • Sully presses Greg on mental toughness from tour life.
  • Wardo and Greg break down equipment myths vs real performance.

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• Words of Wisdom: Standout Quotes from This Episode

  
  

• • "I grew up in a golf shop—it was my playground, my classroom, and my future all in one." – Greg Cesario
  • "My dad, Mario Cesario, taught me the craft of clubmaking before I could drive a car." – Greg Cesario
  • "If you can’t wedge it close, you can’t hang on tour." – Greg Cesario
  • "Traveling the Asian and South African Tours taught me resilience more than results." – Greg Cesario
  • "The PGA Tour shows you fast who has grit and who doesn’t." – Brian Sullivan
  • "George knows—just like in baseball, the smallest edge can win the biggest games." – Kevin Ward
  • "Wedges are the most personal club in the bag—your scoring depends on them." – Greg Cesario
  • "Golf is about family as much as it is about fairways." – George Brett
  • "My father’s legacy wasn’t just in clubs—it was in people he touched through the game." – Greg Cesario
  • "You learn more fixing clubs in the back shop than you ever will on YouTube." – Greg Cesario

  
  

• About Greg

  Greg Cesario grew up in his father Mario’s iconic Redlands golf shop, learning clubmaking before he was a teenager. A three-time High School All-American and Arizona State standout, Greg went on to compete on the PGA, Nike, Asian, and South African Tours. After his playing career, he became a leader in equipment innovation at Titleist and TaylorMade, specializing in wedge design, fitting, and player development—all while carrying forward his father’s Hall of Fame legacy.

  
  

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Is Bethpage Black ready for the loudest Ryder Cup in history?

The Golf Underground crew—Sully, George, and Wardo—break down the 2025 Ryder Cup with fearless predictions and hilarious storytelling. From the rowdy New York fans to strategy on course setup and unexpected pairings, the guys dive into what it will take for Team USA to hold off a stacked European squad.

Expect insider chatter about vice captain Gary Woodland, golf-ball matchups that could swing points, and tales of beer-fueled fans that promise Phoenix Open–level chaos.

Must-Hear Insights and Key Moments

• George Brett recalls wild fan encounters at past Ryder Cups.

• Kevin Ward analyzes golf-ball pairings that could impact scoring.

• Brian Sullivan predicts a New York atmosphere “crazier than the Phoenix Open.”

• The crew debates whether Europe’s depth can topple the U.S. on home soil.

• Stories of player calls, captain picks, and emotional team moments set the stage.

• George shares baseball tricks that parallel Ryder Cup course setup strategies.

• Wardo explains how the U.S. will tailor Bethpage Black to its bombers.

• The guys swap Phoenix Open fan chaos stories as a Ryder Cup preview.

• Insight on Gary Woodland’s vice-captain role and locker-room dynamics.

• Final predictions on which pairings and personalities will decide the Cup.

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• Words of Wisdom: Standout Quotes from This Episode

• • "Bethpage Black will be Phoenix Open on steroids." – Brian Sullivan

  • "I’ve never seen fans as wild as Ryder Cup fans in New York." – George Brett

  • "Team Europe is deeper from top to bottom—don’t underestimate them." – Kevin Ward

  • "Course setup is strategy, and the U.S. will make Bethpage favor the bombers." – Brian Sullivan

  • "You think you’ll see every shot, but at the Ryder Cup you’re lucky to see four holes." – George Brett

  • "The ball you play matters—spin, launch, everything counts in alternate shot." – Kevin Ward

  • "Gary Woodland’s vice-captain pick brings serious leadership energy." – Brian Sullivan

  • "Drunk Americans and fired-up Europeans? There will be brawls in those stands." – George Brett

  • "If the U.S. wins, it’ll be because the team finally plays as one unit." – Kevin Ward

  • "Ryder Cup golf is pure adrenaline—you feel every shot in your chest." – Brian Sullivan

  
  

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