The golf world is shifting — and DA and 15-year Tour Caddy Mick Middlemo are here to break it all down from inside the ropes.

In this episode of Tales From The Tips, the guys dive into some of the biggest storylines shaking up the game, including Brooks Koepka’s surprising departure from LIV Golf, the PGA Tour’s newly announced rule changes, and what the launch of the Women’s TGL Golf League could mean for the future of professional golf. From power moves in the boardroom to pressure-packed moments on the course, DA and Mick explore how the business, politics, and competition of golf continue to evolve.

Along the way, they unpack leadership changes inside the PGA, share behind-the-scenes stories from life on Tour, and offer their candid — and often hilarious — takes on what all of this means for players, caddies, fans, and the next generation of the game.

It’s insight, opinion, laughs, and real golf talk — exactly how you’d hear it standing behind the tee box.

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Chapters
00:00 Introduction and New Year Greetings
05:52 PGA Tour Changes and New Rules
12:06 PGA Tour Leadership Changes

Step inside the ropes for a year-end edition of Tales from the Tips that blends reflection, bold predictions, and a look ahead at what’s next in sports. DA and 15-year Tour Caddy Mick Middlemo break down a whirlwind year across the world of golf and the NFL, unpacking the moments that defined the season and the shifts reshaping both games.

The guys turn their attention to the caddie yard, calling out who might be feeling the heat heading into the new year, before planting their flags with early major championship picks for the 2026 season. From inside-the-ropes perspective to locker-room level honesty, this episode delivers insight you won’t hear anywhere else.

As always, the banter is sharp, the stories are real, and the perspective is authentic—wrapped up with a heartfelt closing that reflects on the journey, the grind, and the excitement of turning the page to a brand-new year. If you love golf, sports, and the people who live it every day, this is one you don’t want to miss. ⛳️🏈

Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Tales from the Tips
01:51 Year in Review: Golf and NFL Highlights
04:46 Caddy Predictions and Hot Seat Discussion
10:08 Major Picks for 2026
27:57 Closing Thoughts and Future Plans

Step back inside the ropes for another wide-ranging ride on Tales From the Tips as DA is joined by 15-year Tour Caddy Mick Middlemo for a conversation that stretches well beyond the scorecard.

The guys break down recent global highlights from the Australian Open to the Hero World Challenge, unpacking what stood out, who impressed, and why international golf continues to matter. From there, the discussion takes a sharp turn as DA goes off on the PGA Tour’s executive team, delivering a candid, no-holds-barred take on the direction the Tour is headed, the influence of money, and whether leadership is truly serving the game’s long-term future.

As the debate heats up, DA and Mick dig into the rise of new talent, what today’s players need to become real stars, and why storytelling remains the heartbeat of golf. And just when you think the loop is finished, the guys make one more stop to weigh in on the college football playoff, proving once again that great sports conversations don’t stop at the 18th green.

Honest, insightful, and unfiltered—this episode delivers the perspective fans crave, only on Tales From the Tips.

Chapters
00:00 Welcome to Tales from the Tips
03:02 Golf Highlights and Recent Wins
05:57 The Hero World Challenge Discussion
08:51 The Australian Open and Its Significance
12:00 PGA Tour's Changing Landscape
14:50 The Future of Golf and Q School
17:49 The Impact of Money on Golf
20:47 The Importance of New Talent in Golf
24:02 The Role of Storytelling in Golf
27:10 College Football Playoffs Discussion
29:56 Wrap-Up and Future Predictions