PING Proving Grounds

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The PING Proving Grounds podcast dives into PING's celebrated history and immeasurable contributions to golf equipment, custom fitting and the game of golf in general. Broadcaster Shane Bacon and Marty Jertson, PING's Vice President of Fitting and Performance and professional golfer, discuss what happens behind the scenes at the PING Proving Grounds where data-driven research helps a team of scientists and engineers develop products and fitting tools to help golfers play their best. From the gold putter vault to PING Man and everything in between, tune in to hear more about what goes on at the PING Proving Grounds.

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100 episodes
Updated July 22

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Dec 5, 2024 · 51 min
Episode 60: Fitting Science (Feat. Chris Broadie)
Shane and Marty welcome Chris Broadie, PING Fitting Science Manager, to the podcast to discuss the progression of statistics in sports over the years, the vital role data science plays in the research and development process, future club trends in professional golf, and making pro-level fitting tools available to everyday golfers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Nov 7, 2024 · 46 min
Episode 59: Science Friction
Shane and Marty tackle a big topic in wedge performance — spin. They discuss how spin is created, the factors that alter it, and how to control it in various scenarios. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 24, 2024 · 44 min
Episode 58: Golf Blueprint (Feat. Dr. Nico Darras)
Shane and Marty welcome the founder of Golf Blueprint, Dr. Nico Darras, to the podcast to discuss his company, taking the guesswork out of practice, how programming differs for pros versus everyday golfers, and tips for young players. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Oct 3, 2024 · 33 min
Episode 57: Tour Truck Insights
It's a workshop on wheels servicing Team PING and the best players in the world. Adam Harding and Jack Ulrich are joined by Shane Bacon inside the PING Tour Truck to discuss life on the road as part of PING's Player Development team. They discuss the logistics involved in getting the truck to Tour stops week-to-week, PGA Tour equipment insights, and a few of the most interesting build requests they've received. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 19, 2024 · 48 min
Episode 56: PLD Custom (Feat. Alex Webb)
Shane and Marty welcome Master Fitter Alex Webb to the podcast to discuss PING’s PLD Custom program. They talk about the history of PLD, the in-person and virtual fitting process for customers, alternative-style putting techniques, and their excitement to pass tour-level fitting and customization options on to the everyday golfer. "Battle of the Podcast Co-hosts: Marty Jertson vs. Shane Bacon": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o1deM6ipAsw See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sep 5, 2024 · 49 min
Episode 55: Matt McCarty
Shane and Marty welcome the Korn Ferry Tour’s top-ranked player and new PGA Tour card holder Matt McCarty to the podcast. They discuss his recent Three-Victory Promotion to the PGA Tour, playing the game as a lefty, keys to distance gains off the tee, and his plans for the rest of the season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 22, 2024 · 46 min
Episode 54: Lauren Coughlin
LPGA Tour winner Lauren Coughlin joins Shane and Marty on the podcast to discuss her recent success at this year’s CPKC Women’s Open and the Women’s Scottish Open, her work with Dr. Bob Rotella, building confidence in her game, and the upcoming Solheim Cup in her home state of Virginia. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 15, 2024 · 36 min
Episode 53: Tim Herron
PING Pro Tim ‘Lumpy’ Herron joins Shane and Marty on the podcast to discuss growing up in a golf family, his journey to becoming a four-time PGA Tour winner, his favorite PING clubs from over the years, and longevity in golf. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Aug 2, 2024 · 1 hr 1 min
Episode 52: Iconic PING Clubs (Feat. Jonathan Wall)
Shane and Marty welcome Jonathan Wall, Managing Editor for equipment at Golf Magazine and Golf.com, to the podcast to discuss several of PING’s standout clubs from the past and present. They talk about PING’s longstanding relationship with staff players, iconic PING clubs like the s55 irons, Anser hybrid, and Rapture driver, and notable Tour victories with PING clubs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 24, 2024 · 44 min
Episode 51: Prodi G — The Next Generation
Shane and Marty get together to discuss the next generation of Prodi G junior clubs. They recount their personal experiences with junior golf, as players and parents, offer fitting advice for parents, and take us through WebFit Junior, a web app and new fitting tool just for juniors. https://junior.webfit.ping.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jul 10, 2024 · 33 min
Episode 50: Matthieu Pavon
Shane and Marty welcome PING Pro and PGA Tour winner Matthieu Pavon to the podcast. They discuss his reverse handed chipping, playing a 46" driver, and what it'll mean to represent France in the Olympics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 27, 2024 · 35 min
Episode 49: Wayne ‘Radar’ Riley
Shane and Marty welcome PING Brand Ambassador, Wayne 'Radar' Riley to the pod. They dive into how he got started in the game and his 20+ year career on the European Tour, his transition to on-course commentating, and the story behind his 'Radar' nickname. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jun 20, 2024 · 37 min
Episode 48: A Culture of Curiosity (Feat. Dr. Erik Henrikson)
PING Director of Golf Science, Dr. Erik Henrikson, joins Shane and Marty on the pod for a deep dive into the world of research, development and innovation. From motion capture lab insights to the conception of crown turbulators, they discuss what goes on behind the scenes to develop PING's industry leading products and technologies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 31, 2024 · 26 min
Episode 47: Austin Eckroat
Shane and Marty welcome PING Pro and PGA Tour winner Austin Eckroat to the Tour Truck. They discuss his long relationship with PING, which started when he was a junior golfer, his victory at the 2024 Cognizant Classic, and his shot-shaping abilities with the Blueprint T irons. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 22, 2024 · 30 min
Episode 46: Your Questions Answered
You asked. We answered. Shane and Marty dive deep on a variety of equipment and fitting related topics including their two-driver setup, the power of the trajectory tuning hosel, finding the right swingweight, and what type of player would benefit from an 'E' grind. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
May 9, 2024 · 44 min
Episode 45: Harris English
Shane and Marty welcome PING Pro and four-time PGA Tour winner Harris English to the pod. They discuss his longevity on the PGA Tour, shot making with Blueprint T irons, and why he enjoys the challenge of a US Open and playing tough golf courses. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 28, 2024 · 34 min
Episode 44: Juan Postigo Arce
He’s ranked fourth in the World Ranking for Golfers with Disability, a PING Pro, and professional golfer on the G4D Tour. Get to know Juan Postigo Arce as he joins Shane and Marty at the PING Proving Grounds to talk about his background, his game, and what’s in the bag. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 24, 2024 · 47 min
Episode 43: Chris Como
Shane and Marty welcome Chris Como, PING Brand Ambassador, to the pod. They discuss Chris’ journey to becoming a top golf instructor, his introduction to and interest in biomechanics, the 3D flat spot, and the relationship between fitting and instruction. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 17, 2024 · 15 min
Episode 42: What's in the Bag: Shane Bacon & Marty Jertson
From G430 MAX 10K drivers to hit more fairways, to PLD custom putters to fit their stroke. Shane and Marty detail the equipment they have in the bag and how each club is custom-fit and custom-built to help them play their best. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Apr 10, 2024 · 53 min
Episode 41: Bubba Watson
Christian Pena, PING VP of Tournament Players, joins Shane on the PING Tour Truck as a special co-host for this week’s episode just outside the gates of Augusta National Golf Club. They welcome two-time Masters Champion Bubba Watson to the pod to discuss ‘Bubba Golf’, what it takes to win at Augusta, and his longtime history with PING and the Solheim family. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PING Proving Grounds

Episode 60: Fitting Science (Feat. Chris Broadie)

Episode 59: Science Friction

Episode 58: Golf Blueprint (Feat. Dr. Nico Darras)

Episode 57: Tour Truck Insights

Episode 56: PLD Custom (Feat. Alex Webb)

Episode 55: Matt McCarty

Episode 54: Lauren Coughlin

Episode 53: Tim Herron

Episode 52: Iconic PING Clubs (Feat. Jonathan Wall)

Episode 51: Prodi G — The Next Generation

Episode 50: Matthieu Pavon

Episode 49: Wayne ‘Radar’ Riley

Episode 48: A Culture of Curiosity (Feat. Dr. Erik Henrikson)

Episode 47: Austin Eckroat

Episode 46: Your Questions Answered

Episode 45: Harris English

Episode 44: Juan Postigo Arce

Episode 43: Chris Como

Episode 42: What's in the Bag: Shane Bacon & Marty Jertson

Episode 41: Bubba Watson