Episode 43: Ben Malach - 12 Handicap

My guest this week is Ben Malach, a golf course architect with a deep passion for the game and a unique perspective on course design.

We chat about his early experiences with golf in British Columbia, how he landed his dream job at St. Andrews, and the philosophy behind his firm, Eclectic Golf Design. Ben shares insights into the challenges of modern golf course architecture and how he is constantly honing his craft by experiencing different parts of the golf world.

We also get into the evolving landscape of golf, the appeal of the LPGA Tour, and TGL's early success. If you’ve ever been curious about what goes into designing a great golf course—this episode is for you.