18 Over Par (18 Over Par)

Under the weather, but when the Executive Director of the PGA of Manitoba makes a tee time...you show up for that tee time! Deb Pritchard joins the show. On top of being the Executive Director of the PGA of Manitoba, she's also a PGA of Canada golf professional, and dog lover.

We get into how she got into golf, her first set of clubs, why she wanted to become a pro, golf university, working her way up in the industry, Roland Golf Club, Portage Golf Club, Minnedosa, Pine Ridge, what the Executive Director of PGA of Manitoba does, running a pro shop, growing the game locally, and so much more. Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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Team Lefty aka Matt Levins and Blair Mooney from Episode 3 are back to preview the upcoming Hecla Champagne Championship. Last year the Championship ended up in a draw after 36-holes. A sudden death playoff to decide a winner had to be postponed because we were hungry, and Seagulls Restaurant was closing for the evening. 

The fellas preview the Hecla Championship format, talk NHL playoffs, discuss getting a visit from Winnipeg Jets Assistant Coach Jamie Kompon, Brooks and Bryson getting all up in your golf memes, taking a week off golf because of the recent restrictions, booze rationing, team golf outfits, the PGA of Canada app, and more. 

18 Over Par is driven by former Manitoba Amateur Champ Jamie Wilkie at The NEW Winnipeg Dodge in the Pointe West Autopark. You can hear him on Episode 2 of the pod. If you're looking for a new or used vehicle - go see Wilkie!

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HUGE thanks as well to DQ Northgate, DQ Polo Park in the food court, DQ St. Anne's Road, and DQ Niverville. Get them on Instagram @dqmanitoba

2021 PGA of Manitoba Club Professional of the Year and current General Manager of Glendale Golf and Country Club James Chapman joins the show. He's also the incoming President of the PGA of Manitoba.

We get into how he got into golf, why he decided to become a professional, working out West, what brought him back to Manitoba, Bel Acres, Glendale’s latest renovation, what a GM at a golf club does, the Glendale beer selection, patio parties, and so much more. Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

HUGE thanks to DQ Northgate, DQ Polo Park in the food court, DQ St. Anne's Road, and DQ Niverville. Get them on Instagram @dqmanitoba

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Last year's Prairie Scratch Tour Champion Adam Guenther joins the show. He’s a former CPGA and current member at Elmhurst Golf & Country Club. Recorded Live at Avid Golf on Taylor Ave in Winnipeg.

We discuss how he got into golf, his golfing family, getting his CPGA card, teaching with Derek Ingram, reclaiming his amateur status, winning the Steinbach Fly-In Championship, playing on the Prairie Scratch Tour and winning it all in 2023, Mundie Putter, repping Team Manitoba, Elmhurst, his golf tips, golf trips, and so much more. Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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We’re joined by your friendly, neighbourhood TaylorMade rep Eric Johnson. He’s damn good at golf winning the Manitoba Mid-Am in 2016 & 2019 and was nominated as the Golf Manitoba player of the year for 2018. When not reppin’ the brand full-time you can find him pin-hunting at Breezy Bend. 

We dive into how he got into golf, how to become a manufacturer rep, playing in the Manitoba Amateur and Mid-Am tournaments, U of M golf, golf trips with the boys, playing mini tours in Arizona, poker, TaylorMade tech, balancing dad life with golf and work, and so much more. Enjoy! 

You can connect with EJ on Twitter and Instagram

HUGE thanks to DQ Northgate, DQ Polo Park in the food court, DQ St. Anne's Road, and DQ Niverville. Get them on Instagram @dqmanitoba

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Shawn Major – Niakwa’s Superintendent joins the show. He’s also one of the few accredited golf course superintendents working in the province. He’s spent time out West and out East, but calls Winnipeg home. He’s also a pretty good golfer.

Shawn fills us in on how he set up Niakwa for the Men’s Mid-Am and Women’s Amateur this year, a day in his life, prepping the course for LPGA and PGA tournaments, getting up early, playing in the Canadian Superintendent's tourney, building a course, installing new greens, and so much more. Enjoy! 

18 Over Par is driven by former Manitoba Amateur Champ Jamie Wilkie at The NEW Winnipeg Dodge in the Pointe West Autopark. You can hear him on Episode 2 of the pod. If you're looking for a new or used vehicle - go see Wilkie! 

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HUGE thanks as well to DQ Northgate, DQ Polo Park in the food court, DQ St. Anne's Road, and DQ Niverville. Get them on Instagram @dqmanitoba

PGA Tour and LiV Golf correspondent Adam ‘A Walk’ Walker returns as we dive into the 2024 U.S. Open Men’s Golf Championship at Pinehurst No.2 in North Carolina.

Walker fills you in on his favourites, long shots, Canadians in the field, sleeper picks, LiV Golf’s chances, and Mike shares his stories of Pinehurst, the weather, and Harambe. As always, don’t blame us if you take our picks and lose a bunch of money. 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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Captain of the Stanley Cup Champion Vegas Golden Knights – Mark Stone joins the show. On top of being a world class hockey player the Winnipegger is a low handicapper when it comes to golf.

We chat about how he got into golf, his first set of clubs, growing up in Westwood, clubs he has in his bag and how he got them, playing with Tour Pros, bread, tape, his favourite courses to play in Manitoba, Breezy Bend, Ottawa, Vegas, hockey (of course!), and so much more. Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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Today we’re joined by three-time club champion Luke Valgardson. He won the 13 & under, 17 & under, as well as the Royal Assiniboine Men’s Club Championship. He’s played in multiple pro-ams, Manitoba Amateur Championships, and rarely misses a men’s night. 

He shares stories about Club Championship weekend, losing 5 years in a row to the same guy, smoking meat, sleeping in tents to make your Championship tee time, and working with Dale Esopenko at Assiniboine Golf Club.

HUGE thanks to DQ Northgate, DQ Polo Park in the food court, DQ St. Anne's Road, and DQ Niverville.

Braydon Gilbert – Course Superintendent at St. Charles Country Club joins the show. He’s also the Manitoba Director of the Canadian Golf Superintendents Association. Yes, they have an association for superintendents. 

Braydon breaks down a day in his life, prepping the course for LPGA and Senior PGA tournaments, how much staff he has, how much equipment he has, when and when not to water your grass, what the Super association is all about, his golfer pet peeves, and so much more. Enjoy! 

18 Over Par is driven by former Manitoba Amateur Champ Jamie Wilkie at The NEW Winnipeg Dodge in the Pointe West Autopark. You can hear him on Episode 2 of the pod. If you're looking for a new or used vehicle - go see Wilkie! 

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HUGE thanks as well to DQ Northgate, DQ Polo Park in the food court, DQ St. Anne's Road, and DQ Niverville. Get them on Instagram @dqmanitoba

Modern Golf VP – Stewart Bannatyne joins the show. Now residing in Ontario, he grew up and played competitively as a junior and collegiately in Manitoba before moving south of the border. He is the son of Manitoba Golf Hall-of-Famer Steve Bannatyne.

We get into how he got into golf, his dad Steve, his endless connections to Manitoba, PXG, Manitoba Optimist Championship, playing on the Sam Houston golf team, turning Pro, TaylorMade, PXG, Modern Golf, club fittings, Bruce Middle School, high school golf, and so much more. Enjoy! 

After some technical difficulties Mike joins the show too!

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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18 Over Par is proudly presented by former Manitoba Amateur Champ Jamie Wilkie at The NEW Winnipeg Dodge in the Pointe West Autopark. Thanks Wilkie!

Today we’re joined by Peter More Kingswood Golf and Country Club Assistant Golf Professional. He won the 2010 Manitoba Amateur Championship, he’s a three-time Manitoba Match Play Champion, and has represented the province for years on a national level. You can connect with him at Kingswood Golf and Country Club in La Salle, Manitoba or GolfByPete.com

He shares stories about playing in the same field as Adam Hadwin, Corey Conners, Graham DeLaet, and Mackenzie Hughes. He also touches on his World Curling Champion mother and his Manitoba Golf Hall of Fame father. Plus, he passes along putting tips and reflects on his numerous Mundie Putter Championships.

At the end of the show we're joined by a special Masters correspondent who gives us his betting picks on The Masters.

HUGE thanks to DQ Northgate, DQ Polo Park in the food court, DQ St. Anne's Road, and DQ Niverville.

Shout out to One Great City Brewing Co. for supplying a growler of I Pithy the Fool.

One of the original rebels of the golf industry here in Manitoba – Terry Hashimoto joins the show. Now a Manitoba Golf Hall of Famer he won numerous Manitoba amateur championships growing up, played professionally, and is the founder and inventor of countless golf related equipment and technologies.

We get into how he got into golf, Manitoba Amateur Championships, University of Miami, his time on tour, legendary local pro Dale Esopenko, Jazz Golf, Golf Rehab, SwingBalance, Caddy Shed, concussions, his family, life on the East Coast, and so much more. Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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Former Manitoba Junior Champ - Jake Armstrong who will be representing Team Canada at the upcoming World University Golf Championship in Italy joins the show.

We get into how he got into golf, winning the Manitoba Junior, playing Junior Links and MJT events, Southwood, St. Boniface, competing on an international level, nicknames, how he hooked up with UFV, finishing 2nd at the Canadian Uni Championship, Italy, representing Team Canada, and so much more, Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

HUGE thanks to DQ Northgate, DQ Polo Park in the food court, DQ St. Anne's Road, and DQ Niverville. Get them on Instagram @dqmanitoba

Shout out to Oak Island Resort & Golf for being the 18 Over Par Destination Partner. For the entire month of September you get 20% off Stay and Play packages...just mention 18 Over Par. Shoot Bea an email bea.oakisland@gmail.com to book your September 2022 Stay & Play package!

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Adam Walker returns to the show this time with his 2022 PGA Championship picks from Southern Hills in Tulsa, OK.

He fills you in on his favourites, long-shots, in-betweeners, and everything else PGA Championship. Don't blame us if you take our picks and lose a bunch of money. He also breaks down the Canadians in the Championship.

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

HUGE thanks to DQ Northgate, DQ Polo Park in the food court, DQ St. Anne's Road, and DQ Niverville. Get them on Instagram @dqmanitoba

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We’re joined by Golf Manitoba Player of the Year award nominee – Curtis Markusson. He won the Canadian Mid Master Championship this past season. Outside of golf he’s a model, art curator, and candy connoisseur. 

We get into how he got into golf, Gimli, St. Charles, the St. Charles Match Play Championship, the Canadian Mid Master Championship, travelling the world, the best caddy in the world, Prairie Scratch Tour, chipping and putting, candy, male modeling, and so much more. Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

HUGE thanks to DQ Northgate, DQ Polo Park in the food court, DQ St. Anne's Road, and DQ Niverville. Get them on Instagram @dqmanitoba

Shout out to Oak Island Resort & Golf for being the 18 Over Par Destination Partner. Book your 2023 Stay & Play package now!!!

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Matt "Big Sexy" Levins and Blair "Heart of Heritage Victoria" Mooney join the show and share stories about growing up in St. James, playing hockey and golf, drinking booze, junior hockey fights, and coaching the St. James Canucks of the Manitoba Major Junior Hockey League.

The Hecla Champagne Championship is an annual golf event at the beautiful Lakeview Hecla Island Resort just a couple hours north of Winnipeg. 

Matt “Big Sexy” Levins may be the most improved player on the muni tour this summer. Blair “Heart of Heritage Victoria” Mooney you can find playing the Pro-Am Circuit and the occasional Mundie Putter. He also holds the lifetime record for putts that have lipped out. 

HUGE thanks to DQ Northgate, DQ Polo Park in the food court, DQ St. Anne's Road, and DQ Niverville.

Season Finale!

Jaclyn Steep General Manager of Southside Golf Course and daughter of the legendary Sandy Kurceba and her husband Andrew Steep – Southwood Golf & Country Club Head Professional and son of the legendary Jim Steep join the show.

Jaclyn and Andrew dive into how they got started in the game of golf, whether their parents pressured them to take up golf careers, what it’s like having Sandy and Jim as father’s, the golf industry in Manitoba, musical theatre, Australia, vegemite, Manchester United,  and so much more. Enjoy! 

18 Over Par is driven by former Manitoba Amateur Champ Jamie Wilkie at The NEW Winnipeg Dodge in the Pointe West Autopark. You can hear him on Episode 2 of the pod. If you're looking for a new or used vehicle - go see Wilkie! 

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HUGE thanks as well to DQ Northgate, DQ Polo Park in the food court, DQ St. Anne's Road, and DQ Niverville. Get them on Instagram @dqmanitoba

We welcome back Sandy Kurceba international trick shot artist and Head Professional at Lakeview Hecla Golf Course on beautiful Hecla Island just a couple hours north of Winnipeg. You can also catch him on the very first episode of 18 Over Par. He’s a former Aussie and Canadian tour player, former pro hockey player, and current PGA of Canada pro. You can find him on Facebook and Instagram.  

He’s currently looking for pro shop staff to join him at Hecla this season. You can contact him directly on social media. 

He dishes on local Golf Hall of Famer Terry More, putting lessons from Lee Trevino, sharing a few pops with Ian Baker-Finch, Greg Norman and bananas, as well as a few tips for mid-handicappers. Another great one! Thanks Sandy! 

18 Over Par is driven by former Manitoba Amateur Champ Jamie Wilkie at The NEW Winnipeg Dodge in the Pointe West Autopark. You can hear him on Episode 2 of the pod. If you're looking for a new or used vehicle - go see Wilkie!

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HUGE thanks as well to DQ Northgate, DQ Polo Park in the food court, DQ St. Anne's Road, and DQ Niverville.

Tyler Kearns who formed Prairie Golf Design in 2019 after close to 20 years in the industry joins Mike and JR. He designs courses, re-designs existing courses/holes and you can find him on Glendale’s Mundie Putter team.

Kearns shares stories about how he got into golf, golf design, growing up alongside Adam Speirs and Rob McMillan, playing Mundie Putter over the past couple decades, life at Breezy Bend, Glendale, the current state of the game and how it pertains to designing courses, and so much more...Enjoy! 

18 Over Par is driven by former Manitoba Amateur Champ Jamie Wilkie at The NEW Winnipeg Dodge in the Pointe West Autopark. You can hear him on Episode 2 of the pod. If you're looking for a new or used vehicle - go see Wilkie! 

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HUGE thanks as well to DQ Northgate, DQ Polo Park in the food court, DQ St. Anne's Road, and DQ Niverville. Get them on Instagram @dqmanitoba

We kick off Season 4 with THE amateur golfer in Manitoba – Garth Collings. The Breezy Bend member has won it all in the province and was inducted into the Manitoba Golf Hall of Fame in 2008. Recorded live at Breezy Bend Golf &  Country Club.

We discuss how he got into golf, his amateur championships (he's won A LOT), getting inducted into the Hall of Fame, representing the province and the country, Assiniboine Golf Course, Breezy Bend, Clear Lake, the Grey Owl, tips on staying consistent, cutting grass, what it takes to win, and so much more. Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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Derek Instance joins the show. He comes from an amazing family of golfers including his father Bruce and sister Darci. Derek won two Junior Club Championships at Assiniboine Golf Course. He also took home the trophy at the Carman Super Scramble and from time-to-time you can find him playing Mundie Putter. When he’s not hanging out with his family you can find him on the greens at Glendale.

Derek shares stories about growing up at The Bone, spending his pro shop earnings at the bar, learning from legendary golf pro Dale Esopenko, winning numerous titles, coaching women’s junior hockey, and more. 

18 Over Par is driven by former Manitoba Amateur Champ Jamie Wilkie at The NEW Winnipeg Dodge in the Pointe West Autopark. You can hear him on Episode 2 of the pod. If you're looking for a new or used vehicle - go see Wilkie! 

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HUGE thanks as well to DQ Northgate, DQ Polo Park in the food court, DQ St. Anne's Road, and DQ Niverville. Get them on Instagram @dqmanitoba

Southwood Golf and Country Club Superintendent Dustin How joins the show. September is Superintendent appreciation month, so make sure you thank a super and their staff!

We get into how his career as a superintendent started, how often he plays the game, Swan River, the TurfCentre at Southwood, prepping the course for the Manitoba Open, fertilizing, fescue, staffing, how to maintain a golf course, building Southwood, Greywolf golf course in Panorama, immigrating to Idaho, grass cutting equipment, and so much more Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

HUGE thanks to DQ Northgate, DQ Polo Park in the food court, DQ St. Anne's Road, and DQ Niverville. Get them on Instagram @dqmanitoba

Shout out to Oak Island Resort & Golf for being the 18 Over Par Destination Partner. For the entire month of September you get 20% off Stay and Play packages...just mention 18 Over Par. Shoot Bea an email bea.oakisland@gmail.com to book your September 2022 Stay & Play package!

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Special guests Andrew “Hustler” Paterson of Winnipeg Sports Talk and PGA Tour and Liv Golf Correspondent Adam “A Walk” Walker join the show to breakdown the 2025 Masters at August National. They fill you in on their favourites, long shots, Canadians in the field, Amateurs, and everything else Masters.

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18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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Adam Walker our PGA Tour and LiV Golf correspondent returns to the show this time with his picks for the last major of the year - the 151st Open Championship from Royal Liverpool.

Walker fills you in on his favourites, long-shots, Canadians in the field, and everything else Open Championship. We also discuss Beyonce, Toronto, home invasions, Mike picking Brooks to win the PGA Championship, A Walk picking Wyndham Clark as his long shot to win the U.S. Open and so much more! Don't blame us if you take our picks and lose a bunch of money. 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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Today we’re joined by Teddy Wojtowicz of Dauphin, Manitoba. He’s a regular at Gilbert Plains where he runs a two-man scramble. He also caddied for former Manitoba Amateur Champ and local Pro Brad Kirton.

We get into how he got into golf, caddying for a Manitoba Pro, The Bogey Tour, Gilbert Plains and infamous hole 16, golfing in the Parkland, getting punched in the nose for charity, Barry Trotz, Ryan Horn, Green Bay Packers football, recovering from an off-season hand injury, working at Caddy Shed inside The Golf Dome, hitting golf balls through windows, and so much more. Plus, he's SINGLE! Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

HUGE thanks to DQ Northgate, DQ Polo Park in the food court, DQ St. Anne's Road, and DQ Niverville. Get them on Instagram @dqmanitoba

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Sticks Podcast co-host and 2018 Golf Manitoba Men's Match Play Champ - Jordy Lutz joins the show. He's also the current Vice President of the Prairie Scratch Tour and multiple Club Champ winner at Elmhurst.

We get into how he got into golf, what it’s like to be a plus handicap, getting prepared for competitive golf, practice routines, podcasting, how the Prairie Scratch Tour came about and where it’s headed, multiple Elmhurst Club Championships, St. Louis, The Open Championship, and so much more. Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

HUGE thanks to DQ Northgate, DQ Polo Park in the food court, DQ St. Anne's Road, and DQ Niverville. Get them on Instagram @dqmanitoba

Shout out to Oak Island Resort & Golf for being the 18 Over Par Destination Partner. Book online or over the phone and tell 'em 18 Over Par sent you and Mike & JR will buy you a round of bevvies aka Fireball's.

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General Manger of Oak Island Golf Des Koop joins the show. Before becoming the GM he was the Director of Golf and Course Superintendent. Just for mentioning 18 Over Par you'll get 20% off all Oak Island Resort & Golf Stay & Play Packages this September. Learn more by checking out the notes below.

We get into how he got into golf, what he has in his bag now, being a course super, working his way up to GM, all the amenities at Oak Island Resort & Golf, building Oak Island Golf, Les Furber, baseball, building a ball diamond, dugouts, Westman, and so much more, Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

HUGE thanks to DQ Northgate, DQ Polo Park in the food court, DQ St. Anne's Road, and DQ Niverville. Get them on Instagram @dqmanitoba

Shout out to Oak Island Resort & Golf for being the 18 Over Par Destination Partner. For the entire month of September you get 20% off Stay and Play packages...just mention 18 Over Par. Shoot Bea an email bea.oakisland@gmail.com to book your September 2022 Stay & Play package!

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In celebration of Thank a Superintendent Day we sit down with the Superintendent of Falcon Lake Golf Course – Dave Turner. As always we'll be extending Thank a Superintendent Day into Thank a Superintendent Month!

We dive into how he got into golf, how he ended up on the turf care side of the business, working at Falcon, drainage, how to properly fix a ball mark and divot, pet peeves, the old Southwood, Swan River, what he does in the off-season, and so much more. Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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Dr. Robert Speirs from the legendary Speirs golf family joins the show. He recently won the Parent/Child tourney at St. Charles where he has been a long-time member. He also played Collegiately down under and when he’s not golfing you can find him at the hockey rink with his family or as the Owner and Director of Chiropractic at Aberdeen Chiropractic.

Rob shares stories about how he got into the game, battles with his brother Adam Speirs, playing golf in Australia, how he got into chiro, being a member of the Titleist Performance Institute, winning tournaments, longevity in golf, golf warm up's and cool downs, family life, and so much more.

18 Over Par is driven by former Manitoba Amateur Champ Jamie Wilkie at The NEW Winnipeg Dodge in the Pointe West Autopark. You can hear him on Episode 2 of the pod. If you're looking for a new or used vehicle - go see Wilkie! 

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HUGE thanks as well to DQ Northgate, DQ Polo Park in the food court, DQ St. Anne's Road, and DQ Niverville. Get them on Instagram @dqmanitoba

Brad Kirton who won Manitoba Men’s Golfer of the Year honours in 2007 and 2008 when he won both the Amateur and Mid-Am titles joins the show. He also won the Manitoba Match Play and later the PGA of Manitoba Championship.

We get into his golfing family, winning every Amateur tournament, turning pro, life on the road, playing competitively in Texas, The Players Cup at Pine Ridge, facing off against Graham DeLaet, Adam Hadwin, and other top Canadian golfers, what he’s up to now, and so much more. Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

HUGE thanks to DQ Northgate, DQ Polo Park in the food court, DQ St. Anne's Road, and DQ Niverville. Get them on Instagram @dqmanitoba

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100th EPISODE!!!! One of the top amateur golfers in the province – Evan Nachtigall joins the show. He’s a short game wizard and one of the owners of EVO Golf in Brandon, Manitoba. Thank you so much for listening!

We touch on how he got into golf, prepping for the Manitoba Amateur, EVO Golf and how it was started, short game tips, Westman Junior Tour, high school sports records, Aim Point, Google Earth, Wheat City, Shilo, winning on the Prairie Scratch Tour, golfing in Westman, and so much more! Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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A special recording LIVE from 4th Line Virtual Golf on the corner of Ness Ave and Sturgeon Road in beautiful St. James. We sit down with Barry Gibson of Over 50 Golf. He’s one of the top PGA of Canada teaching professionals and all winter you can find him at 4th Line Virtual Golf.

We chat about how he got into golf, becoming a professional, golf tips and tricks, winter golf school, having his own golf shop in downtown Winnipeg, recovering from injury and getting back to playing golf, his wife, Over 50 Golf, YouTube, Teulon, 4th Line Virtual Golf and so much more! Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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He's back! Season 3 favourite Marshall Paterson returns to the show! Plenty has happened in the past year and your favourite Sturgeon Creek Schooner fills you in from Southern California.

We discuss what’s changed in the past 12 months, how the pod changed his life, what he’s up to now, teaching Kenny & Renny, Breezy Bend, pink shafts, Antelope Valley Country Club, Titleist’s new driver, the difference between balls in the ProV line up, Winnipeg Jets, beer, and so much more. Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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Former Winnipegger and Golf Manitoba Junior Team Member – John Racciatti joins the show. He’s a low handicapper currently living outside Mobile, Alabama. He hosts The Miller Lite John Racciatti Golf Show on ESPN Radio.

We discuss how he got into golf, how he ended up in Alabama, playing competitively in Manitoba, Elmhurst, Terry Hashimoto, caddying for Selkirk's Glen Hnatiuk on Tour, his radio show, Tiger's comeback, Roll Tide, Jets, Augusta, and so much more. Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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Kris Ehnes – Head Golf Professional at Breezy Bend Country Club and PGA of Manitoba Retailer of the Year for the past six years. He's also won numerous other awards which we dive into during the show.

We get into how he got into golf, his first set of clubs, the golf management program in Lethbridge, stocking a pro shop, helping top amateur golfer Braxton Kuntz with his game, 2016 Teacher of the Year honours, all his other awards, junior clinics, ladies "Get Into Golf" at Breezy, and so much more Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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Today we’re joined by avid golfer and former junior hockey player Sean Skene. His obsession with the game of golf has taken him on solo trips to warm destinations all for the love of the game. When he’s not on the golf course we’re not 100% sure what he does, but he tells us he’s a stunt man, Movie film director, producer, actor, and arm chair Winnipeg Jets GM/Coach. 

He shares stories about “strip golf” at Assiniboine Golf Club, his crusty golf sheet, multiple warranty expeditions to Golf Town, the local film industry, Winnipeg Jets hockey, and numerous things that grind his gears. Buckle up...this one’s a doozy. 

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18 Over Par is proudly presented by former Manitoba Amateur Champ Jamie Wilkie at The NEW Winnipeg Dodge in the Pointe West Autopark. Thanks Wilkie!

Adam Walker returns to the show this time with his 2022 US Open picks from The Country Club at Brookline.

He fills you in on his favourites, long-shots, maybe some surprises, and everything else US Open. Don't blame us if you take our picks and lose a bunch of money. He also breaks down the Canadians in the field and THE course itself.

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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Hot off his first PGA Tour appearance at the RBC Canadian Open - Aaron Cockerill joins the show. Current DP World Tour Pro and 2010 Golf Manitoba Men's Amateur Golfer of the Year.

We get into how he got into golf, his stellar 2010 Amateur year, University of Idaho golf, deciding to turn pro, Q School, golfing overseas, travel, golf psychology, nutrition, RBC Canadian Open, his caddy, his family, and so much more. Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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Bobbi Uhl who’s won just about every amateur event you possibly can in Manitoba joins Mike & JR. She won both the Women’s Amateur and City & District Championship this year and is currently playing Collegiate golf at Longwood University in Virginia. 

Bobbi shares stories about starting golf at a young age, winning tournament after tournament after tournament, representing Manitoba on a national stage, Collegiate golf in the U.S., winning the Tamarack, spaghetti, rye and coke, and so much more. Enjoy! 

18 Over Par is driven by former Manitoba Amateur Champ Jamie Wilkie at The NEW Winnipeg Dodge in the Pointe West Autopark. You can hear him on Episode 2 of the pod. If you're looking for a new or used vehicle - go see Wilkie! 

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THE golf guy with the City of Winnipeg Ben Fey joins the show. His official title is General Manager Golf Services, so when it comes to courses in the city...he’s the guy. You can check out the PAR Loyalty Program here.

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We get into how he got into golf, how he ended up at the City, working at Kildonan Park Golf Course growing up, how the City negotiates leases with golf courses, operating the numerous City golf courses, the future of golf in the City, saving John Blumberg, and so much more. Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

HUGE thanks to DQ Northgate, DQ Polo Park in the food court, DQ St. Anne's Road, and DQ Niverville. Get them on Instagram @dqmanitoba

Shout out to Oak Island Resort & Golf for being the 18 Over Par Destination Partner. Fall specials are on now!!

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Derrik Goodwin - PGA of Manitoba Teacher of the Year and head coach of the U of M Bisons joins the show. He’s also the Golf Manitoba Junior Boys Coach. He’s fluent in Trackman tech and certified club fitter for Callaway, Ping, TaylorMade, Titleist, and Cobra. You can find him as the Director of Instruction at St. Charles Country Club and online at www.derrikgoodwingolf.com 

Derrik shares stories about how he was bit by the golf bug, coaching the U of M Bisons, all the tech at St. Charles Country Club, fitting golf clubs, developing golfers in Manitoba, golf psychology, and a bunch more stories from this scholar of the game. Enjoy!

18 Over Par is driven by former Manitoba Amateur Champ Jamie Wilkie at The NEW Winnipeg Dodge in the Pointe West Autopark. You can hear him on Episode 2 of the pod. If you're looking for a new or used vehicle - go see Wilkie! 

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HUGE thanks as well to DQ Northgate, DQ Polo Park in the food court, DQ St. Anne's Road, and DQ Niverville. Get them on Instagram @dqmanitoba

One of the top hockey broadcasters in the country Sean Reynolds joins the show. When he’s not chatting hockey on Sportsnet, Hockey Night in Canada or the Kenny & Renny Podcast you can find him bashing balls around Granite Hills Golf Course in Lac du Bonnet.

We chat about how he got into golf, playing with Mike & JR, Granite Hills, finding golf balls, getting lessons from past guest Marshall Paterson, frustrations with the game, the Kenny & Renny Podcast, Winnipeg Jets, growing up in Pinawa, hockey, hockey, hockey, and so much more! Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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Low handicapper, Mr. jiu-jitsu, and hot pepper connoisseur Allan McDonald joins the show. When he’s not in the office, choking people out, or picking peppers, you can find him at Breezy Bend.

We dive into how he got into golf, what’s in his bag, playing competitively, his great uncle Ab McDonald, winning the 2020 Mid-Am, jiu-jitsu, choke holds, Homes for Heroes, Breezy Bend, peppers, pizza, beer, and so much more. Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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AVID GOLF Simulators and Lounge founder, Glendale member, and entrepreneur Luc Bohunicky joins the show for the final pod of 2022. You can also catch AVID GOLF on Instagram.

We get into how he got into golf, his life as an entrepreneur, how AVID GOLF came about, Foresight golf simulators, Prairie Scratch Tour partnership, where the name AVID GOLF came from, Glendale Golf & Country Club, golf lessons, ball dispersion, and so much more. Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

HUGE thanks to DQ Northgate, DQ Polo Park in the food court, DQ St. Anne's Road, and DQ Niverville. Get them on Instagram @dqmanitoba

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We like to keep things local, but we also like to bet on golf, so we welcome back A. Walk with his U.S. Open picks. 

He fills you in on his favourites, long-shots, in-betweeners, and everything else U.S Open related. Don't blame us if you take our picks and lose a bunch of money. He also breaks down all four Canadians in the tourney.

18 Over Par is driven by former Manitoba Amateur Champ Jamie Wilkie at The NEW Winnipeg Dodge in the Pointe West Autopark. You can hear him on Episode 2 of the pod. If you're looking for a new or used vehicle - go see Wilkie!

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Bel Acres course marshal and all-around superstar – Al McLean joins the show. He’s also one of the few guests we’ve had on to card an albatross. When not on the course you can find him chucking stones at Assiniboine Memorial Curling Club or cheering on the Bombers and Jets.

We get into how he got into golf, what clubs he has in the bag now, how he ended up marshalling at Bel Acres, Pinawa, Hooters golf tournament, golf lessons from Dale Esopenko, his albatross story, curling, Winnipeg Blue Bombers football, his radio days, and so much more, Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

HUGE thanks to DQ Northgate, DQ Polo Park in the food court, DQ St. Anne's Road, and DQ Niverville. Get them on Instagram @dqmanitoba

Shout out to Oak Island Resort & Golf for being the 18 Over Par Destination Partner. For the entire month of September you get 20% off Stay and Play packages...just mention 18 Over Par. Shoot Bea an email bea.oakisland@gmail.com to book your September 2022 Stay & Play package!

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Recapping the 2024 Presidents Cup held at Royal Montreal Golf Club with Winnipegger, past guest of the pod, and Executive Director of the Presidents Cup - Ryan Hart. 

We recap the event, chat about how much involvement the PGA Tour had, the challenges Ryan and his team faced, beer sales, overall attendance, how many volunteers and staff it took to pull off the event, the 1st Tee grandstands, shuttle busses, and so much more! Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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We like to keep things local, but we also like to bet on golf, so we welcome back A. Walk with his PGA Championship picks. 

He fills you in on his favourites, long-shots, in-betweeners, and everything else PGA Championship related. Don't blame us if you take our picks and lose a bunch of money. Love you!

18 Over Par is driven by former Manitoba Amateur Champ Jamie Wilkie at The NEW Winnipeg Dodge in the Pointe West Autopark. You can hear him on Episode 2 of the pod. If you're looking for a new or used vehicle - go see Wilkie!

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HUGE thanks as well to DQ Northgate, DQ Polo Park in the food court, DQ St. Anne's Road, and DQ Niverville. Get them on Instagram @dqmanitoba

Rules Rules Rules! Rules of golf instructor/official, Golf Manitoba Senior Four-Ball Champ, and Southwood member Gord Hudson joins the show.

We chat about how he got into golf, officiating golf tournaments, common infractions amateur’s make on the course, Mundie Putter, winning the Senior Four-Ball, being a board member at Southwood, the Winnipeg Police Service, golf tips, caddieing, Titleist, PGA of Americas, beer, and so much more! Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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Glen Mills – Director of Golf at Assiniboine Golf Club joins the show. He’s played across the Great White North as well as all over the U.S. You can find him playing in just about every Pro-Am in the province and from time-to-time you'll find him behind the desk at AGC.

Glen shares stories about becoming a Pro, travelling south as a 19-year-old, how the Club Pro profession has changed, how the profession can be improved, getting started at Assiniboine Golf Club, the 100th Anniversary of AGC, Club Championship weekend, pro events and so much more Enjoy! 

18 Over Par is driven by former Manitoba Amateur Champ Jamie Wilkie at The NEW Winnipeg Dodge in the Pointe West Autopark. You can hear him on Episode 2 of the pod. If you're looking for a new or used vehicle - go see Wilkie! 

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HUGE thanks as well to DQ Northgate, DQ Polo Park in the food court, DQ St. Anne's Road, and DQ Niverville. Get them on Instagram @dqmanitoba

We're joined by Manitoban Ryan Horn who was the runner-up in the 2009 Players Cup at Pine Ridge. He’s a former Canadian Tour Pro and U of M Bison. He also represented Team Canada as a junior.

Ryan shares stories about golfing in his country sized yard, uni golf, Manitoba junior golf championships, working at Gilbert Plains, playing the Tour as a pro, growing up playing against Graham DeLaet, representing the Red and White, and so much more... 

18 Over Par is driven by former Manitoba Amateur Champ Jamie Wilkie at The NEW Winnipeg Dodge in the Pointe West Autopark. You can hear him on Episode 2 of the pod. If you're looking for a new or used vehicle - go see Wilkie! 

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HUGE thanks as well to DQ Northgate, DQ Polo Park in the food court, DQ St. Anne's Road, and DQ Niverville. Get them on Instagram @dqmanitoba

John has covered golf in Canada for more than 35 years and is the author of nine books including four volumes of The Great Golf Courses of Canada. He has been the managing editor of ScoreGolf magazine, the golf columnist for the Toronto Sun and National Post and the golf analyst for Sportsnet. He is a member of the Ontario Golf Hall of Fame and an honourary lifetime member of the Golf Journalists Association of Canada. 

You can catch him on Twitter

John shares stories about ranking golf courses across the country, why not enough Manitoba golf courses make the rankings, how he got into writing so many damn books, the constantly changing landscape of golf, the future of golf in Canada and so much more. Enjoy! 

18 Over Par is driven by former Manitoba Amateur Champ Jamie Wilkie at The NEW Winnipeg Dodge in the Pointe West Autopark. You can hear him on Episode 2 of the pod. If you're looking for a new or used vehicle - go see Wilkie! 

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HUGE thanks as well to DQ Northgate, DQ Polo Park in the food court, DQ St. Anne's Road, and DQ Niverville. Get them on Instagram @dqmanitoba

One of the most fashionable golfers in the province – Randy Skulsky joins the show. He’s got shoes, he’s got pants, he’s got belts, and he loves golf. When he’s not on the fashion runway or golfing at Links at the Lake – you can find him as the President of Auto Chase. Mike also recaps his day at the PGA Tour's Mexico Open.

We get into how Randy got into golf, how he became so fashionable, running a radio station, running a company, AI, sand greens, a stolen Hummer, sales advice, life advice, family, Palm Springs, Pine Ridge, Links at the Lake, Sandy Hook, airports, shameless plugs, and so much more. Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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Today we’re joined by Jeff Hamilton – award winning sports journalist for the Winnipeg Free Press. He golfs, he plays in numerous beer leagues in the city from softball to hockey and he loves shawarma. You can catch him on Twitter.

Jeff shoots on how he got into the game of golf, what part of his game he's working on now, how he got into journalism, covering golf in the province, how to deal with the media if you're being interviewed, working at Glendale, the Jets, Bombers, other local sports, and so much more. Enjoy! 

18 Over Par is driven by former Manitoba Amateur Champ Jamie Wilkie at The NEW Winnipeg Dodge in the Pointe West Autopark. You can hear him on Episode 2 of the pod. If you're looking for a new or used vehicle - go see Wilkie! 

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HUGE thanks as well to DQ Northgate, DQ Polo Park in the food court, DQ St. Anne's Road, and DQ Niverville. Get them on Instagram @dqmanitoba

Recorded LIVE at 4th Line Pub & Grill on the corner of Sturgeon Rd. And Ness Ave. in St. James featuring Len and Todd Ritchot the owners of the brand new 4th Line Virtual Golf. Including a guest appearance from Dave Wheeler from Energy 106.

We jump into how they got into golf, virtual golf, winning club championships, breaking ground, Foresight Falcon’s, the Legends Golf League, junior and senior hockey, supporting the community, St. James Jr. Canucks, Royal Assiniboine Golf Club, and so much more! Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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Noel Ngo of Pine Ridge joins the show. He’s a former University of Manitoba Bison golfer, a Manitoba Amateur regular, and he golfs damn near every day. He's also a former MLA candidate. When he’s not golfing, you can find him at IG Wealth Management.

Noel shares stories on the time he played with Corey Conners - one of the best golfers on Tour, a hilarious story on what he had to do to snag a free parking spot in downtown Winnipeg, the Pine Ridge / Elmhurst rivalry, and so much more.  Enjoy! 

18 Over Par is driven by former Manitoba Amateur Champ Jamie Wilkie at The NEW Winnipeg Dodge in the Pointe West Autopark. You can hear him on Episode 2 of the pod. If you're looking for a new or used vehicle - go see Wilkie!

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HUGE thanks as well to DQ Northgate, DQ Polo Park in the food court, DQ St. Anne's Road, and DQ Niverville. Get them on Instagram @dqmanitoba

Happy Canada Day! To celebrate we're joined by former Winnipegger, dynamite hockey player, and Glendale and Assiniboine Golf Course staffer – Jonathan Parker. He’s currently a low handicapper hitting bombs, selling cars, and living the life on the West Coast.

We touch on how he got into golf, working at Glendale back in the day, working at Assiniboine Golf Course, tips from Eso and Jim Steep, working and playing golf with past guests on the show, what he’s up to now, being a top pick in the WHL and playing hockey professionally, his brother, sobriety, and so much more! Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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We’re joined by former Kelvin High School and Glendale junior golfer – Zach Thompson. He left town at 18 to take a golf management program in Vegas before touring around the US as a collegiate golfer and Pro. He’s currently back in Winnipeg with his family and owns ProZach Training.

We get into how he got into golf, golf battles with some of the best in the province, Kelvin High School, what it took to play golf in the US, leaving town to attend UNLV, playing D1 golf, turning pro, recovering from multiple injuries, meeting Tiger, what he’s up to now, and so much more, Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

HUGE thanks to DQ Northgate, DQ Polo Park in the food court, DQ St. Anne's Road, and DQ Niverville. Get them on Instagram @dqmanitoba

Shout out to Oak Island Resort & Golf for being the 18 Over Par Destination Partner. For the entire month of September you get 20% off Stay and Play packages...just mention 18 Over Par. Shoot Bea an email bea.oakisland@gmail.com to book your September 2022 Stay & Play package!

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The pride of St. Adolphe – Brendan Baldwin joins the show. He played Collegiate golf in Illinois and has worked around the province from Granite Hills to Old Drovers Run to his current home as Assistant Golf Professional at Southwood Golf & Country Club.

We get into how he got into golf, life in St. Norbert, The Nob, goose attacks, how he ended up at Chicago State, Southside, Granite Hills, Old Drovers Run in Niverville, Southwood, playing snake, being a volunteer firefighter, Kanye West, Obama, what's in his bag, PGA Tour Canada, pie charts, how he manages family life while being a pro, and so much more. Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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General Manager of Breezy Bend Country Club – Cory Johnson joins the show. Starting at Breezy as a junior he worked his way up the ranks to where he is now.

We get into how he got into golf, what a GM of a Country Club does, golf course improvements including updates to 3 & 6 at Breezy, updating the clubhouse, goaltending, handling membership, hiring staff, weddings, smoking Fireballs, practice facilities, and so much more. Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

HUGE thanks to DQ Northgate, DQ Polo Park in the food court, DQ St. Anne's Road, and DQ Niverville. Get them on Instagram @dqmanitoba

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Scott Ribble aka Ribbs joins the show. He's a long-standing member at Assiniboine Golf Club and Mundie Putter regular. He also relearned the game of golf after battling addiction. He’s been clean and sober for over two years now and we appreciate him taking the time to share his story.

We get into how he got into golf, caddying for a Manitoba Amateur winner, playing against Aaron Cockerill, his junior hockey career, two MJHL Championships, his addiction low point, how he built himself back up, relearned the game of golf, competitions he plays in now, his family, and much more. Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

HUGE thanks to DQ Northgate, DQ Polo Park in the food court, DQ St. Anne's Road, and DQ Niverville. Get them on Instagram @dqmanitoba

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, so if you or anyone you know needs help...please reach out.

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CPGA Professional Patrick Law joins the show. He’s the General Manager and Head Pro at Minnedosa Golf & Country Club. He's also the Co-Founder of Marathon Monday - a golf fundraiser for the Canadian Cancer Society. You can find him at patricklawgolf.com.

We swing into how he got started in the game, going to “golf school”, golf in rural Manitoba, golf marathons, raising money for charity, Yonex drivers and badminton rackets, Westman, Prairie Mountain Golf League, floods, Team Callaway, and so much more. Enjoy!

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

HUGE thanks to DQ Northgate, DQ Polo Park in the food court, DQ St. Anne's Road, and DQ Niverville. Get them on Instagram @dqmanitoba

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We’re joined by former tournament director of The Player’s Cup in Manitoba to now being the Executive Director of the 2024 President’s Cup at the Royal Montreal Golf Club – Mr. Ryan Hart. 

We discuss how he got into golf, starting out as a tournament director at The Player’s Cup, moving up to the PGA Tour, what he does as Executive Director, moving to Montreal, Rob & Nicole McMillan, TPC Sawgrass, Bell Centre, Tenors, Showing Jack the washroom, President’s Cup, President’s Cup, President’s Cup and so much more. Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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Dustin Wilson PGA of Canada Teaching Professional at Whitewater Golf Club just outside of Thunder Bay joins the show. He’s the winner of the PGA of Canada Warren Crosbie Community Leader of the Year award.

We discuss how he got into golf, how he got into the business, playing hockey growing up, battling addiction, the PGA of Canada member assistance program, Raising the Barr golf tournament, working with Sean Foley, Glen Abbey, Canadian Open, teaching the game, Scotland, trips to Winnipeg, and so much more. Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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Adam Walker returns to the show this time with his 2024 Masters picks.

Walker fills you in on his favourites, long-shots, Canadians in the field, and everything else Masters from Augusta National. He also shares his recent PGA Tour betting wins. Don’t blame us if you take our picks and lose a bunch of money. 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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2021 Golf Manitoba Men’s Match Play Champion – Lyle MacKenzie joins the show. From stud junior golfer to taking some time away from the game - he got back to his winning ways last season.

We get into how he got into golf, MJT golf, playing in China, taking a break from golf then winning the Golf Manitoba Men’s Match Play Championship in 2021, Junior hockey, putters, Japanese golf clubs, family life, and so much more. Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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After a sparkling run at the U.S. Open nailing two of the top-three finishers A. Walk returns with his Open Championship picks.

He fills you in on his favourites, long-shots, in-betweeners, and everything else Open Championship. Don't blame us if you take our picks and lose a bunch of money. He also breaks down all four Canadians in the tourney.

18 Over Par is driven by former Manitoba Amateur Champ Jamie Wilkie at The NEW Winnipeg Dodge in the Pointe West Autopark. You can hear him on Episode 2 of the pod. If you're looking for a new or used vehicle - go see Wilkie!

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Adam Walker returns to the show this time with his 2022 Open Championship picks from the Old Course in St. Andrews. It's the 150th Open Championship and Mike starts with his stories from playing the Old Course a few years ago.

Walker fills you in on his favourites, long-shots, Canadians in the field, and everything else Open Championship. Don't blame us if you take our picks and lose a bunch of money. 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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Shout out to Oak Island Resort & Golf for being the 18 Over Par Destination Partner. Book online or over the phone and tell 'em 18 Over Par sent you and Mike & JR will buy you a round of bevvies aka Fireball's.

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Bri-ann Tokariwski joins the show! She’s a 3-time Manitoba Amateur champ, 4-time Manitoba Match Play champ and current Golf Manitoba Junior Development Team Women’s Coach and Apprentice Professional at Elmhurst.

We dive into her knack for winning, her amateur career, collegiate career, becoming a pro, coaching juniors, growing the game, Elmhurst hosting the amateur, winning the Apprentice Professional of the year award, and so much more. Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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Members Opening! 

We kick off Season 2 with the hosts! That’s right...you’ll get to know Mike and JR a bit more and relive some of our favourite and forgotten moments of Season 1.

We’ll dive into how we got started in the game of golf, our favourite guests from Season 1, beer, how to make golf more enjoyable...if that’s even possible, Back Nine Lightning Round, a preview of Season 2, and so much more. Enjoy! 

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Brooks Koepka look-a-like Brett Montsion - scratch-ish golfer and former pro hockey referee joins the show. He’s played in the Manitoba Amateur as well as numerous Club Championships at Glendale. He joins us from his new hometown of Ottawa. We also have a special guest appearance from former international pro hockey player and damn good golfer Dale Hall.

Monstion shares his failures at the Manitoba Amateur, success at Rideau View Golf Club just outside of Ottawa, junior hockey, officiating in the W, ECHL, AHL, and heading to NHL camp including an eye-opening revelation about officials in the NHL. Some great stories involving Lebron James’ personal suite in Cleveland, being on the ice with Connor McDavid, caddying for Dale Hall in Manitoba Amateur qualifying, and how he got to be a patron at The Masters. Enjoy! 

18 Over Par is driven by former Manitoba Amateur Champ Jamie Wilkie at The NEW Winnipeg Dodge in the Pointe West Autopark. You can hear him on Episode 2 of the pod. If you're looking for a new or used vehicle - go see Wilkie!

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The voice of the Dauphin Kings & Sports Director on 730 CKDM Darnell Duff joins the show. He’s a new family man and the king of fun on the golf course.

We dive into how he got into golf, adding to his family, being a dad, golfing in the Parkland, what’s different between Parkland golf and city golf, fast food in pockets, having an ass for social media, Gilbert Plains, Dauphin Kings, sports broadcasting, the upcoming MJHL season, Pine Ridge, being a caddie for the pros, and so much more! Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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Jamie Wilkie the 1997 Manitoba Amateur Champion joins 18 Over Par. He also holds the record for most points in a single season for the St. James Canucks of the Manitoba Major Junior Hockey League. You can currently find him at The New Winnipeg Dodge Chrysler Jeep Ram Fiat in the Pointe West Autopark just outside Winnipeg. Or on the greens at Breezy Bend with his daughter.

He brings stories from his championship run in 1997, getting recruited by the University of North Alabama, and building his mental toughness on the greens thanks to legendary Manitoba pro Dale Esopenko. Plus, he dishes on his record setting MMJHL scoring run, what he'd hit on the 17th at TPC Sawgrass and dad life.  

Mundie Putter regular and some might say the fastest player in the province - Justin McDonald joins the show. In 2018 he was crowned Golf Manitoba Male Amateur Golfer of the Year.

We get into how he got into golf, mundie putter, junior wins, his stellar 2018 year, the Mid-Am, the Am, Breezy Bend, playing with Danger Dave, what’s in his bag, the Grey Owl, competing on a national level, Glendale, playing fast, sleep apnea, and so much more. Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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PGA of Canada Apprentice Professional and Manager of Invictus Golf Ashton Romanuik and his St. James Jr. Canucks Teammate and Glendale Golf and Country Club Mundie Putter regular Rory Neill join the show. You’ll also hear from the owner of Invictus Golf.

We discuss how they got into golf, getting a PGA of Canada card, La Broquerie Golf Course, Glendale Golf and Country Club, Southwood, St. James Jr. Canucks, Invictus Golf and what makes it different, virtual golf, TwoVision, playing golf left-handed, hockey stats, Club Championship, can anyone beat Rory?, and so much more. Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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Adam Walker our PGA Tour and LiV Golf correspondent returns to the show this time with his 2023 PGA Championship picks from Oak Hill Country Club.

Walker fills you in on his favourites, long-shots, Canadians in the field, and everything else PGA Championship. We also discuss the Assiniboine Golf Club's Men's Night, Callaway Chrome Soft golf balls, PXG, Oh Doughnuts, Tony Finau's feet, and so much more! Don't blame us if you take our picks and lose a bunch of money. 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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Thank a super! We celebrate another great superintendent in this province - Greg Mitchell. He’s a past president of the Manitoba Golf Superintendents Association and current super at Glendale Golf & Country Club.

We chat about how he got into golf and working on the greens crew, who picks the pin placements, the Manitoba Golf Superintendents Association, how he handled all the water at the beginning of the year, how you prep the course for winter, Glendale renovations, pH levels, bentgrass vs. poa, collaborating with other super’s, and so much more! Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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Adam Walker our PGA Tour and LiV Golf correspondent returns to the show this time with his 2023 US OPEN picks from Los Angeles Country Club.

Walker fills you in on his favourites, long-shots, Canadians in the field, and everything else US OPEN. We also discuss the RBC Canadian Open winner Nick Taylor, Southwood Match Play, Mike playing Assiniboine, walking 18 holes, Playboy Mansion,  and so much more! Don't blame us if you take our picks and lose a bunch of money. 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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Today we’re joined by Ryan Bell golf and golf accessory aficionado. He loves golf and golf loves him. He regular gets hit over the head and spends big to buy the latest and greatest golf technology. He was also one of the first gents to test out the TaylorMade Sim 2 driver in the province...which he damn near broke. You can find him at Glendale Golf and Country Club.

He reflects on hitting the same lady twice with a golf ball, fishing for sturgeon in B.C., golf lessons, golf tech, owning two race horses, and betting on sports.

18 Over Par is proudly presented by former Manitoba Amateur Champ Jamie Wilkie at The NEW Winnipeg Dodge in the Pointe West Autopark. Thanks Wilkie!

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Shout out to Torque Brewing for supplying the brews.

Adam "A Walk" Walker returns to the show this time with his 2024 PGA Championship picks played at Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville, Kentucky. Recorded live from Assiniboine Golf Club in St. James.

Walker fills you in on his favourites, long shots, Canadians in the field, sleeper picks, LiV Golf’s chances, beer, and Mike delivers the weather forecast.  As always, don’t blame us if you take our picks and lose a bunch of money. 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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Amateur golf historian and PGA of Canada Director of Golf at Whitewater Golf Club in Thunder Bay – Matt Simmons joins the show. He also sits on the board of Golf Manitoba and the PGA of Manitoba.

We get into how he got into golf, how he ended up in Thunder Bay, golf history, golf balls old and new, golf clubs old and new, different types of golf, the happenings at Golf Manitoba and PGA of Manitoba, golf in NW Ontario, where he sees the golf profession headed, and so much more. Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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Season 5 kicks off with the multi-talented golfer, firefighter, and Realtor - Tim Ringland. Him and his team took down a few scramble tournaments in 2024 and when he’s not making birdies, he’s selling homes or fighting fires.

We chat about how he got into golf, how his game has improved exponentially over the years, 2024 scramble season, fighting fires, selling homes, gambling, Movember, Guns & Hoses, charity work, cancer, Charleswood Golf Course, beer, and so much more! Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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Today we’re joined by Bailey Coulis (Esopenko) who is the daughter of legendary Manitoba Pro Dale Esopenko and legendary ICU nurse Kim Esopenko. Bailey grew up at Assiniboine Golf Course before moving to St. Charles where she developed the on course and business expertise carrying her to Kenora Golf and Country Club where you can find her today. 

She shares stories about growing up at The Bone, beating the boys, catching a guy cheating during the PGA of Canada Player Ability Test (PAT), life in Kenora, fishing, and her obsession with JR’s red hat. 

18 Over Par is proudly presented by former Manitoba Amateur Champ and former member of Assiniboine Golf Club Jamie Wilkie at The NEW Winnipeg Dodge in the Pointe West Autopark. You can catch him on Episode 2 of the pod.

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HUGE thanks to DQ Northgate, DQ Polo Park in the food court, DQ St. Anne's Road, and DQ Niverville.

Shout out to Lake of the Woods Brewing Company for the bevvies. 

The Masters gambling preview! The Masters gambling preview!

Our PGA Tour correspondent and local celebrity Adam Walker aka Walker Winnipeg on Twitter joins the show. We discuss his life, he lays out his picks for The Masters, and he helps us draw for the winner of our TaylorMade TP5 giveaway!

We dive into his love for the game, how he got into golf, what he does in the off-season to get prepared for the golf season, acting, gambling platforms he uses, his Masters favourites, long shots, Canadians in the field, Masters trivia, and so much more. Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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We’re joined by one of the newest PGA of Canada members – Aaron Ryback. He got his card last year and is currently a teaching professional at Breezy Bend Golf & Country Club. In the offseason he plays and coaches professional hockey overseas.

We touch on how he got into golf, competing collegiately at hockey and golf, becoming a pro, his day-to-day at Breezy Bend, playing hockey and coaching overseas, DQ Nick, best lesson he has ever received, and so much more! Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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We take a trip to Golftec Winnipeg where we meet up with Colwyn Abgrall PGA of Canada Professional. Before getting his card he blew through the competition in the amateur ranks. In 2019 he won the Manitoba Amateur and Manitoba Golfer of the Year. In that same year he participated in the U.S. Amateur at one of the mecca’s of golf – Pinehurst No. 2 & No. 4. He also won the 2017 MB Match Play Championship. He currently is a certified personal coach at Golftec Winnipeg on Pembina Highway.

He fills you in on all the tech at Golftec and how it will help your game as well as all his amateur wins. Plus, a little southern hospitality from his U.S. Amateur adventure. He also breaks down Mike & JR's swing and passes along tips to lower your scores.

18 Over Par is proudly presented by former Manitoba Amateur Champ Jamie Wilkie at The NEW Winnipeg Dodge in the Pointe West Autopark. You can catch him on Episode 2 of the pod.

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Big time golfer and former professional ball player - Brent Zarney joins the show. When he’s not slinging vehicles at McNaught Cadillac Buick GMC in the Waverley Automall you can find him on the greens or toeing the bump in a ballpark.

We get into how he got into golf, where he plays now, how often he plays, his trip to the desert to play golf and watch the Super Bowl, clubs he has in his bag, playing college and pro baseball, gambling on golf, spreadsheets, bourbon, and so much more. Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

HUGE thanks to McNaught Cadillac Buick GMC in the Waverley Automall where you can get a Zarney deal! Hit the link and ask for Brent Zarney!!

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Brian Munz Director of Communications for Golf Manitoba joins the show. You’ve also probably heard him calling Winnipeg Jets games on radio and TV. You can catch his Jetstream wrap up after every Jets game wherever you get your podcasts. You can connect with him through all Golf Manitoba social media channels and brianmunz9 on Twitter.

He dishes on his love for DQ Cakes, the state of golf in Manitoba, hole-in-ones, the ‘06 Oilers Stanley Cup Final run, Winnipeg Jets coach Paul Maurice, former Jets players Patrick Laine, Evander Kane, and Buff. He also runs through his junior hockey play-by-play days, Bell MTS Place memories and so much more. Enjoy!  

18 Over Par is driven by former Manitoba Amateur Champ Jamie Wilkie at The NEW Winnipeg Dodge in the Pointe West Autopark. You can hear him on Episode 2 of the pod. If you're looking for a new or used vehicle - go see Wilkie!

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HUGE thanks as well to DQ Northgate, DQ Polo Park in the food court, DQ St. Anne's Road, and DQ Niverville. Get them on Instagram @dqmanitoba

We're joined by former PGA of Canada Candidate Cam Preston. He’s a single digit handicap player now and has been sober for well over a year. 

Recorded live from Breezy Bend - we get into how Cam got into golf, working at Assiniboine Golf Course growing up, shagging the range at Tuxedo, learning the game, working with Dale Esopenko, his player ability tests, why he wanted to become a pro, what’s in his bag now, Breezy Bend, hockey, sobriety, his athletic dad, and so much more. Enjoy! 

Plus, Mike recaps Goat Fest and how he got burglarized. 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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A roller coaster ride of a show thanks to Sturgeon Creek alum and current golf teacher extraordinaire - Marshall Paterson. He's the Director of Instruction at Rancho Vista Golf Course just north of Los Angeles. 

We get into how he got into golf, playing against Jamie Wilkie and Rob McMillan growing up, playing the Manitoba Open, working at St. Charles Country Club, what led him to California at 19, playing Junior College and Div 2 golf in the U.S. why he decided to become a pro, a 30 minute golf lesson, Titleist, Titleist, and more Titleist, Winnipeg Jets, puking, and so much more. Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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Another McMillan brother joins the show...this time it's Darren McMillan. He’s been everywhere and now you can find him as Director of Golf Ops and Head Golf Pro at John Blumberg. Blumberg is back!!

We get into how he got into golf, sibling rivalries, how he ended up down south, what brought him back home, Shooters, Selkirk, St. B, Blumberg, AVID Golf, teaching the game, his golf tips, the Muni Championship, and so much more. Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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Adam Speirs one of the best golfers to come out of Manitoba joins the show. He’s won the Manitoba Amateur twice and played on the Canadian Tour for a decade. He also qualified for and competed in two U.S Open’s. When he’s not living the dad life you can find him hanging around St. Charles Country Club.

Adam shares stories about winning the Manitoba Amateur, competing against the best on the Canadian Tour, qualifying for the U.S. Open twice, locking eyes with Tiger Woods, playing a round with Mike Weir and Vijay Singh, Miami University, Nick Lachey's mom, 98 Degrees, Backstreet Boys, and so much more...Buckle up! 

18 Over Par is driven by former Manitoba Amateur Champ Jamie Wilkie at The NEW Winnipeg Dodge in the Pointe West Autopark. You can hear him on Episode 2 of the pod. If you're looking for a new or used vehicle - go see Wilkie! 

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HUGE thanks as well to DQ Northgate, DQ Polo Park in the food court, DQ St. Anne's Road, and DQ Niverville. Get them on Instagram @dqmanitoba

2001 Manitoba Junior Champ, and former former elite junior golfer in the province representing Manitoba on numerous occasions across the country - Terry James joins the show. He's currently a Niakwa member, dentist, and huge supporter of golf in the province.

We dive into how he got into golf, representing the province on a national level, the 2000 and 2001 MGA Junior Mundie Putter teams, Niakwa Country Club's renovations, golf tips, smoking rooms, supporting golf in the province, the Manitoba Junior event at Niakwa, Saint Vital Dental Centre, whether you have to floss, and so much more! Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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Season 3 kicks off with the General Manager of The Tee Box Virtual Golf - Patrick Perrin. 

We get into how he got into golf, going to PGA school in Arizona, Oakwood Golf Course, teaching the game, working at Southwood and Niakwa, how he ended up at The Tee Box, the Lofto family, building The Tee Box, managing the beer inventory, a Kegerator, and so much more. Enjoy! 

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One of the top golfers in the province Addison Kartusch joins the show. She’s the reigning Golf Manitoba Female Amateur Golfer of the Year and current Freshman at Bowling Green State University in Ohio.

We chat about how she got into golf, lessons, her favourite golf tips/drills, representing Manitoba nationally and internationally, winning, winning, and more winning, how she ended up at Bowling Green State University, handling pressure and adversity, pre-shot routines, hockey, her family, St. Charles Country Club, and so much more! Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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Recorded LIVE from 4th Line Pub and Grill! We're joined by Tim Grant aka Timmy G...St. James socialite and former Assiniboine Golf Club President & Long Time Member. He worked at The Bone for years, plays in just about every tournament there, and regularly provides entertainment at 4th Line Pub & Grill.

Timmy G shares stories about working at The Bone, Dale Esopenko, Junior championships, one of the funniest stories ever to come out of Club Championship weekend, karaoke, golfing in flip flops, playing Mundie Putter, roller hockey, sex toys, booze, and more. Enjoy! 

18 Over Par is driven by former Manitoba Amateur Champ Jamie Wilkie at The NEW Winnipeg Dodge in the Pointe West Autopark. You can hear him on Episode 2 of the pod. If you're looking for a new or used vehicle - go see Wilkie! 

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HUGE thanks as well to DQ Northgate, DQ Polo Park in the food court, DQ St. Anne's Road, and DQ Niverville. Get them on Instagram @dqmanitoba

Veteran, caddy, and scratch golfer Andre Martel aka Frenchy joins the show. When he’s not travelling around the country as a caddy you can find him at Glendale Golf & Country Club.

We get into how he got into golf, competitive golf, how he ended up at Glendale, dealing with PTSD, how caddying helped with his mental health, being a veteran, Caddie School for Soldiers, hole-in-ones, Chasing Scratch podcast, and so much more. Enjoy! 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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One of the top golfers in Manitoba Braxton Kuntz joins the show. He’s the first player in Golf Manitoba history to win back-to-back Junior and Amateur titles accomplishing the feat in 2021/2022. He played in his first professional tournament this past week at the Manitoba Open.

We get into how he got into golf, what he has in his bag now, junior titles followed by Amateur titles in the same year, preparing for his first Pro event, Nicholls State University, amazing grades, Breezy Bend, and so much more, Enjoy!

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

HUGE thanks to DQ Northgate, DQ Polo Park in the food court, DQ St. Anne's Road, and DQ Niverville. Get them on Instagram @dqmanitoba

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Adam Walker our PGA Tour and LiV Golf correspondent returns to the show this time with his picks for the last major of the year - the 152nd Open Championship from Royal Troon. We also are joined by "The Weatherman" John Huillary! Recorded live at Southwood

Walker fills you in on his favourites, long-shots, Canadians in the field, and everything else Open Championship. We also discuss our favourite major championships, Southwood, A Walk on a heater, the weather, and so much more! Don't blame us if you take our picks and lose a bunch of money. 

18 Over Par with Mike & JR is proudly presented by St. Charles member Bryce Matlashewski who is an Investment Advisor with Endeavour Wealth Management, part of IA Private Wealth, and a member of the Canadian Investor Protection Fund. You can contact Bryce at 204-515-3446 or connect with him here

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