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The Big Mike Story

- May 12th 2023

Big Mike made Big Mike famous, and now he's at Clovernook, with our Mike.

The Clovernook Open provides a first class tournament for rising professional golfers.  This year we welcome professional participant, "Big Mike" Visacki, who recently found stardom in the golf world.  Mike's journey is similar to many of our tournament players, but his emotional moment helped shine the spotlight on the trials and tribulations of professional golfers vying for status on the PGA Tour. 

(Big Mike #1) Mike Wolfe is a PGA Tour Entertainment videographer.  On a Sunday night in the Spring of 2021 he finished filming Cameron Smith and Marc Leishman win the Zurich Classic team event.  First thing Monday morning he flew to Tampa Florida for the Valspar Championship.  The first stop was that weeks Monday Qualifier, the last chance for hopeful professionals to gain entry into the Valspar Championship.

On the second playoff hole (Big Mike #2) Mike Visacki made a 20 foot birdie putt to gain entry into his first ever PGA Tour start.  After making the putt and hugging his caddie the camera caught him holding back tears.  That was just the prelude to the moment that captured everyone's hearts.  Mike Wolfe caught up with Mike Visacki moments later outside the clubhouse, and with camera rolling, witnessed Big Mike Visacki call his father.  On the phone and full of tears he shared the words "I made it" as his father congratulated him.  The video quickly surpassed 12 million views and made Big Mike Visacki a name to remember. 

Following his start in The Valspar Championship, Mike went on to get a sponsor's invite into another PGA Tour event, The Charles Schwab Challenge.  Visacki not only touched fans, but also PGA Tour players like Justin Thomas who reached out to congratulate and show support for Mike.  Later in 2021 Mike Visacki advanced through Korn Ferry Qualifying to achieve tour status for 2022.  

In this episode, Kevin Walsh and Mike Visacki discuss Mike's professional career and some great experiences along the way.  His story is exceptional and well worth listening to...... that golfers and non-golfers alike would love. Golf is like life and if you play golf, you are my friend!  This episode is well worth watching and we hope you enjoy the show! 

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To visit Mikes Socials, please visit...

https://www.clovernookopen.com/big-mike-story

https://www.instagram.com/thebigmikevisacki/?hl=en

https://www.pgatour.com/player/55751/michael-visacki

https://x.com/visackigolfer

https://www.westfloridagolftour.com/PlayerProfile.aspx?PlayerID=1942

https://www.foxsports.com/golf/michael-visacki-player

https://golfweek.usatoday.com/2021/05/27/pga-tour-michael-visacki-cry-videographer/

https://ucfknights.com/sports/mens-golf/roster/season/2012-13/player/michael-visacki

https://www.pgatour.com/article/news/long-form/2021/11/03/mike-visacki-goes-viral-makes-most-of-it-reaches-next-level-justin-thomas

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Mike was raised in Huntingdon Valley, then lived and worked in Pittsburgh for 9 years, including three years spent as an Assistant Professional at the Pittsburgh Field Club and six years as the Director of Golf at Edgewood Country Club. Before his move to Pittsburgh, Mike also spent three years as an Assistant Professional at Whitemarsh Valley Country Club. Mike is a graduate of Villanova University and has six children: Jean, Michael, Peter, Robert, Mark and Sally.

In this episode, Kevin Walsh and Mike Reilly discuss Mike's storied career and his true love of the game of golf.  The two also reminisce about their early days playing golf in Philadelphia.  Mike is a fascinating guy and has lots of stories to tell  that golfers and non-golfers alike would love. Golf is like life and if you play golf, you are my friend!  We hope you enjoy the show! 

Find out where to purchase PAR TEE Drinks at ...https://drinkpartee.com/apps/store-locator

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https://www.instagram.com/drinkpartee/    

https://www.instagram.com/parteetimemygolf/

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555374627181

To explore properties in the Sarasota and surrounding areas, go to https://www.suncoastdreams.com 
.....or call (941) 220-4000.

For more info about Mikel, check out the following...

https://www.invitedclubs.com/clubs/north-hills-country-club/our-story/our-people

https://www.linkedin.com/in/mike-reilly-b67a1013/

https://mainlinetoday.com/life-style/golf-association-philadelphia-scholarship/

With generations of international golf experience and knowledge, Grant Price, inspired by his uncle Nick Price’s success in golf, has personally worked with legendary coaches David Leadbetter and David Whelan.

Has coached elite players and now focuses on simplifying the golf game for a global clientele, spanning from everyday golfers to professional athletes.

He has coached elite players such as the Korda sisters, Dottie Ardina and Emiliano Grillo, helping them achieve wins at both the amateur and professional level.

Grant Price now as an independent golf coach, continues to pass his knowledge of golf: simplifying the swing and game for everyday golfers as well as elite amateurs and professionals worldwide. 

In this episode, Kevin Walsh and Grant Price discuss Grant's storied career as a pro and a teacher.  Grant is a fascinating guy and has lots of great stories to tell and this episode has some great moments that golfers and non-golfers alike would love. Golf is like life and if you play golf, you are my friend!  This episode is well worth watching and we hope you enjoy the show! 

Find out where to purchase PAR TEE Drinks at ...https://drinkpartee.com/apps/store-locator

...and follow our socials at...
 
https://www.instagram.com/drinkpartee/    

https://www.instagram.com/parteetimemygolf/

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555374627181

To explore properties in the Sarasota and surrounding areas, go to https://www.suncoastdreams.com 
.....or call (941) 220-4000.

For more info about Grant, check out the following...

https://www.facebook.com/GrantPriceGolf/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/grant-price-a4788b66/

https://www.instagram.com/grlprice/?hl=en

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsxKQl6GhpwQ4VsE2wiCWGA

Peter Hal Oakley (born June 28, 1949) is an American professional golfer best known for winning the 2004 Senior British Open, one of the major championships in senior men's professional golf. He is the younger brother of golfer David Oakley.

Early life
Oakley was born in Panama City, Florida. He got started in the game at age 11 by his mother, who thought a nearby nine-hole course would be a great babysitter for him and his brother David.

Professional career
Oakley was a long-time club pro in the Philadelphia-Delaware area where he won numerous sectional titles including the Delaware State Open six times and the Shawnee Open six times. He played some on the Nationwide Tour in his forties to prepare himself for the Champions Tour.

The biggest win of his career was his first on the Champions Tour, and came in a major – The 2004 Senior British Open played at Royal Portrush Golf Club in Northern Ireland. Oakley sank a 10-foot par putt on the final hole to win by one stroke and avoid a playoff with Tom Kite and Eduardo Romero. The victory made him only the 10th open qualifier to win a Champions Tour event.

In 2008, he had his best season since 2004, when he finished fifth in the Russian Seniors Open en route to ending the year 29th in the 2008 European Senior Tour Order Of Merit.

Oakley has done some golf course design work. In 2001, he completed and opened (with partner Chris Adkins) a public course in Milton, Delaware, called The Rookery Golf Club.

Awards and honors
Oakley was awarded the Player of the Year for the Philadelphia Section of the PGA of America in 1980, 1984, 1999, and 2000.
Oakley was awarded 2004 European Seniors Tour Rookie of the Year.
Personal life
His wife has caddied for him in professional tournaments.[7] His son's, Zachary (Zac) and Jeremy Joseph (J.J.), are also golfers. Zac was a three-time All-American at Wesley College, and J.J. played at the University of Delaware. Oakley is a man of strong religious faith.

He formerly lived in Lincoln, Delaware and has moved to Palm City, Florida.

Professional wins (18)
Regular career wins (14)
1980 Delaware State Open, Shawnee Open
1983 Shawnee Open
1984 Shawnee Open
1986 Delaware State Open, Shawnee Open
1987 Delaware State Open
1989 Philadelphia Open Championship, Delaware State Open
1990 Philadelphia Open Championship
1995 Delaware State Open
1998 Shawnee Open
1999 Shawnee Open
2000 Delaware State Open

In this episode, Kevin Walsh and Pete Oakley discuss Pete's storied career and his true love of the game of golf.  Pete is a fascinating guy and has lots of great stories to tell and this episode has some great moments that golfers and non-golfers alike would love. Golf is like life and if you play golf, you are my friend!  This episode is well worth watching and we hope you enjoy the show! 

Find out where to purchase PAR TEE Drinks at ...https://drinkpartee.com/apps/store-locator

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https://www.instagram.com/parteetimemygolf/

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555374627181

To explore properties in the Sarasota and surrounding areas, go to https://www.suncoastdreams.com 
.....or call (941) 220-4000.

For more info about Pete, check out the following...

http://philadelphia.pga.com/historical_player/peter-h-pete-oakley/

https://www.where2golf.com/whos-who/pete-oakley/

https://www.fsga.org/Membership/Profile/4f4c2327-0ac3-4443-bc82-691670cb38c0

Will Reilly has been playing golf for fifty years. He comes from a golf family. His brother’s Hugh Jr. and Michael along with his Father Hugh Sr. are all members of the PGA of America. He also has four sisters that play, and his mother Suzanne was their high school Golf coach at Bishop McDevitt in Wyncote Pennsylvania. Will has a passion for every aspect of golf especially when it comes to growing the game.
Will is a Top 50 Master Teacher for US Kids, coach at The First Tee of Palm Beaches and has been a golf coach most of his life. Will was the recipient of the 2005 PGA of America Junior Leader Award and in 2007 received The PGA of America’s Growth of the Game Award for his work in inner-cities and nationwide. Will has been recognized as a Top 50 Golf Range Association of America (GRAA) Growth of the Game Teacher six of the last seven years and has risen to the rank of GRAA ELITE TEACHER for 2020 and 2022. Will has received numerous awards from the Philadelphia Section including the 2009 Professional of the Year.
As the Junior Golf Development Manager for the PGA of America, he was responsible for the development of The PGA Sports Academy, which received the Golf Digest Player Development Award, and the Ryder Cup Junior Academy. While at the PGA of America, Will also help to develop the PGA Junior League and wrote many articles on Junior golf and player development for the PGA Magazine.
During his career, Will was the Director of Golf at Twining Valley Golf and Fitness Club for 29 years. Will was also the Executive Director for The First Tee of Montgomery County and Program Director for The First Tee of Suburban Philadelphia. Will has also had the pleasure of coaching high school golf teams for the 22 years in the Philadelphia area including several Pennsylvania State Golf Championship Teams with Mount St. Joseph’s Academy “Magic”. Most recently, Will was the Head Coach at his Alma Mater, Villanova University, where he had the honor of leading the Wildcat Men’s team to multiple tournament championships.
Will Reilly also enjoys playing golf competitively. Will was name Spalding Top-Flite Player of the Year for 1996. As a player, Will has recorded many wins including 15 holes-in-one and two albatrosses. Will’s hobby is Philly Sports and he is the President of the P.A.S.T. (Philadelphia Association of Sports Trivia).  Will has a passion for teaching, growing the game and sharing his love of golf with everyone he meets.

In this episode, Kevin Walsh and Will Reilly discuss Will's storied career and his true love of the game of golf.  Will is a fascinating guy and has lots of great stories to tell and this episode has some great moments that golfers and non-golfers alike would love. Golf is like life and if you play golf, you are my friend!  This episode is well worth watching and we hope you enjoy the show! 

Find out where to purchase PAR TEE Drinks at ...https://drinkpartee.com/apps/store-locator

...and follow our socials at...
 
https://www.instagram.com/drinkpartee/    

https://www.instagram.com/parteetimemygolf/

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To explore properties in the Sarasota and surrounding areas, go to https://www.suncoastdreams.com 
.....or call (941) 220-4000.

For more info about Will, check out the following...

https://www.pga.com/coach/williamreilly

https://www.martin.fl.us/SSGC/sailfish-sands-staff

https://golfrange.org/winners/william-reilly-pga-2/

https://villanova.com/news/2008/8/19/Will_Reilly_Named_Head_Coach_of_Wildcat_Golf_Team

Kelly Elbin brings more than 30 years of global sports communications and marketing leadership to Forbes' Sports Betting Advisory Board. Kelly served as director of communications for the PGA of America, oversaw production of two major books for the PGA of America and a commemorative book for members at Olde Florida Golf Club in Naples, and co-hosts the weekly "Musings on Golf" podcast, which features such notable guests as Jim Nantz, Lee Trevino, Gary Player, Tom Watson, Barbara Nicklaus and Bernhard Langer.

In this episode, Kevin Walsh and Kelly Elbin discuss their shared experiences caddying for some of the games greats. Kelly is a fascinating guy and has lots of great stories to tell and this episode has some great moments that golfers and non-golfers alike would love. Golf is like life and if you play golf, you are my friend!  This episode is well worth watching and we hope you enjoy the show! 

Find out where to purchase PAR TEE Drinks at ...https://drinkpartee.com/apps/store-locator

...and follow our socials at...
 
https://www.instagram.com/drinkpartee/    

https://www.instagram.com/parteetimemygolf/

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To explore properties in the Sarasota and surrounding areas, go to https://www.suncoastdreams.com 
.....or call (941) 220-4000.

For more info about Kelly, check out the following...

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-elbin-981a83/

https://www.forbes.com/betting/betting-advisory-board/kelly-elbin/

https://x.com/kelbin1226

Bill Hyndman is a 12-year Army veteran who served as a Blackhawk helicopter pilot, company commander, and personnel officer in the 82nd Airborne Division. He received three Meritorious Service Medals during his service in the Army. After transitioning from the military, Bill joined the team at Comcast, where he served as Area General Manager and later joined Comcast University to lead Technical Operations Learning and Development. He joined First Tee — Greater Philadelphia as Executive Director in 2015 and has overseen the vast expansion of the chapter, which now includes the operation of two golf courses, since then.

Bill grew up playing in golf events run by First Tee’s predecessor, The Greater Philadelphia Scholastic Golf Association, which started in 1980.  He graduated as a Distinguished Military Graduate from the University of Richmond, where he played on the golf team. Bill is an avid golfer and skier who has a passion for vintage car restorations. Bill lives in Bucks County, Pennsylvania with his wife and two sons.

Bill’s favorite core value is Perseverance. He believes that many of life’s challenges have helped build him into the person he is today.  He has experienced great satisfaction by facing his obstacles head on and never giving up on his goals.  To quote his cousin, Erik Weihenmayer, the inspiring, blind adventurer, “What’s within you is stronger than what’s in your way.”

If Bill was told to stay in one place for the rest of his life, he would choose the German Alps, where he spent four years while in the military.

In this episode, Kevin Walsh and Bill Hyndman discuss Bill's storied career and his current role as CEO of the First Tee of Philadelphia. Bill is a fascinating guy and has lots of great stories to tell and this episode has some great moments that golfers and non-golfers alike would love. Golf is like life and if you play golf, you are my friend!  This episode is well worth watching and we hope you enjoy the show! 

Find out where to purchase PAR TEE Drinks at ...https://drinkpartee.com/apps/store-locator

...and follow our socials at...
 
https://www.instagram.com/drinkpartee/    

https://www.instagram.com/parteetimemygolf/

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555374627181

To explore properties in the Sarasota and surrounding areas, go to https://www.suncoastdreams.com 
.....or call (941) 220-4000.

For more info about Bill, check out the following...

https://firstteephiladelphia.org/bio-bill/

https://www.phillyburbs.com/story/opinion/columns/2014/07/22/wrightstown-veteran-helping-others/18048418007/

https://www.facebook.com/FirstTeePhilly/photos/a.1746407458757366/3424045540993541/?type=3

https://www.linkedin.com/posts/first-tee-philly_last-week-first-tee-executive-director-bill-activity-6706182574517035009--28Q/?trk=public_profile_like_view

Max Bendixen is a real up and comer.  Hailing from Lakewood Ranch, FL,  Max is a high school sophomore destined for great things in the golf world.  Kevin and Max discuss Max's journey coming to the United States  and his plans to eventually become a professional golfer. The two share some great stories that any golfer and non-golfer would love. If you play golf, you are a friend of mine.

Find out where to purchase PAR TEE Drinks at ...https://drinkpartee.com/apps/store-locator

...and follow our socials at...
 
https://www.instagram.com/drinkpartee/    

https://www.instagram.com/parteetimemygolf/

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61555374627181

To explore properties in the Sarasota and surrounding areas, go to https://www.suncoastdreams.com 
.....or call (941) 220-4000.

For more info about Max, check out the following...

https://www.fsga.org/Membership/Profile/f2045df0-c8b0-45cc-952c-ea5c25eb3243

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w1vq5SY6G60

https://www.heraldtribune.com/picture-gallery/sports/high-school/golf/2023/10/09/donald-ross-memorial-invitational-golf-tournament/71124730007/

John Riley retired in 2016 after leading government relations for two global corporations. In 2017 he joined former Philadelphia Eagle Kevin Reilly as co-author of his book, Tackling Life and followed that success with his award winning book: Delaware Eyewitness: Behind the Scenes in the First State. 

Active in golf for many years, Riley turned his attention to the story of one of the game's forgotten heroes, three time Ryder Cup team member, Ed "Porky" Oliver. How He Played the Game focuses on Oliver and the other pros who served their country during WWII and built the modern golf tour. 

Riley is a graduate of the University of Delaware, where he captained the golf team. He is a past recipient of the annual award of the Delaware State Golf Association for contributions to the game of golf. John and his wife Sharon live in Wilmington. They have three children and seven grandchildren.

In this episode Kevin Walsh and John Riley discuss John's experiences and broad knowledge of the Game of Golf.  The two have a spirited discussion that any golfer or even non-golfer would find fascinating. If you love golf, then you are a friend of mine!

Check out John's newest book "A Will to Win" HERE

John Riley retired in 2016 after leading government relations for two global corporations. In 2017 he joined former Philadelphia Eagle Kevin Reilly as co-author of his book, Tackling Life and followed that success with his award winning book: Delaware Eyewitness: Behind the Scenes in the First State. 

Active in golf for many years, Riley turned his attention to the story of one of the game's forgotten heroes, three time Ryder Cup team member, Ed "Porky" Oliver. How He Played the Game focuses on Oliver and the other pros who served their country during WWII and built the modern golf tour. 

Riley is a graduate of the University of Delaware, where he captained the golf team. He is a past recipient of the annual award of the Delaware State Golf Association for contributions to the game of golf. John and his wife Sharon live in Wilmington. They have three children and seven grandchildren.

In this episode Kevin Walsh and John Riley discuss John's experiences and broad knowledge of the Game of Golf.  The two have a spirited discussion that any golfer or even non-golfer would find fascinating. If you love golf, then you are a friend of mine!


Check out John's newest book "A Will to Win" HERE