Yes, we know, it’s impossible to read everything. In a world filled with content, life gets busy and stories slip through the cracks.
But we want to help. To reflect on the past 12 months and give you something to read when you need to be away from your family over the holidays, here are some of our favorite stories published on GOLF.com in 2024, all of which were nominated by the writers themselves. cheers!
20 of our favorite stories you might have missed in 2024
The man behind Master Menu? He is Feeding a Hungry World, by James Colgan
José Andrés is a celebrity chef who is obsessed with golf, has been invited to Masters champion dinners… and is passionate about saving the world.
How the self-made long shot from Uganda made U.S. amateur history, by Josh Berhow
Godfrey Nsubuga, who grew up carving golf clubs from tree branches, once had a seemingly impossible path to the U.S. Amateur.
As retirement approaches, Lexi Thompson talks about the highs and lows of golfing life By Jessica Marksbury
In an exclusive to GOLF, Lexi Thompson digs into the depth of her disappointment and offers a candid assessment of the joys and difficulties in her life.
4,400 miles away, Xander Schauffele’s father celebrates in a shipping container By Dylan Dethier
Xander Schauffele’s father, Stefan, is his lifelong swing coach and a regular on the PGA Tour. How did he feel from afar after his son’s big break on Sunday?
The trees of Augusta National Park were coming for her. A patron helps her escape, by Ellen Bastable
A year ago Friday, when strong winds knocked down three loblolly pine trees, customers fled for cover. Some calls are closer than others.
The teen lost the U.S. Amateur final. But He Gained Something Priceless By Josh Berhow
Noah Kent didn’t win the U.S. Amateur, but may have emerged from the Hazeltine National with more than any player in the field.
After lobbying for Olympic golf, he lost the competition. Now, he’s back chasing medals By Sean Zak
Matteo Manassero was just 16 when he helped golf become an Olympic sport. The next 15 years were a difficult journey.
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How Reddit attracted a tight-knit golf community of nearly 1 million members, by Josh Sens
For golfers on Reddit, no aspect of the game can be ignored, and virtual connections often extend into real life.
She dug a hole in Augusta National Park. What pops up is why you love the Masters, by Nick Piastowski
She dug a hole in Augusta National Park. What jumps out is why you love the Masters. This is Mathieu Pavin’s story.
Meet the woman who helps make life possible for LPGA working moms, by Jessica Marksbury
Bardine May has been the LPGA Day Care Director for over twenty years, providing an indispensable resource to LPGA moms.
Anthony King’s return is as surreal as his disappearance By Alan Bastable
For a golfer who lives a prosperous life, Anthony King’s return to form is surprisingly low-key — and, if mysterious, a little strange.
I at last Played Harbor City. Here’s Why You Should Too, by Jack Hirsh
A writer who’s been wanting to launch a campaign in Seaport Town for years finally gets his chance. Here’s the thing.
The Masters has a great idea that should be copied from Wimbledon. This Is How I Lived, by Sean Zucker
Getting tickets to the Masters is very challenging. Should it be easier? Wimbledon organizers came up with a solution.
‘I’m tired of myself’: PGA star Michael Block opens up about whirlwind year By Nick Piastowski
One year after he turned club pro, Michael Bullock still loves the PGA Championship. But yeah, he’s also a little tired of Bullock.
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Tiger Woods’ 2024 Masters is full of special, hidden moments By Josh Berhow
If you didn’t spot the special moment following Tiger Woods at this week’s Masters, maybe you weren’t looking hard enough.
Why Bethpage Is America’s Most Valuable Place for Golf (And Not Black People!) By James Colgan
Bethpage State Park is home to golf’s most famous budget golf course, the Black, but there’s an even more interesting course hidden within the open air.
His price as a caddy is $1 per bag. Now he’s cultivating hope through play, by Josh Sens
Orphaned at age 11, Uganda’s Isaiah Mwesige found work as a caddy. Now he helps other kids find a new life through golf.
The full story of Scottie Scheffler’s shocking arrest: How tragedy and chaos unfolded at the PGA By Dylan Dethier
A tragic accident and the shocking arrest of Scotty Scheffler sparked a surreal day at Valhalla Golf Club. Here’s what happened.
The desperate golfer was ready to give up. We set out to save him, Nick Piastowski
The desperate golfer was ready to give up. We set out to save him with an enlightening session with top trainer Kelan McDonagh.
Their two U.S. Women’s Opens were successful, now Lancaster Country Club wants more By Jack Hersh
After two wildly successful U.S. Women’s Opens, Lancaster Country Club wanted more. But not what you think.
Josh Berhow
Golf Network Editor
As editor-in-chief of GOLF.com, Berhow is responsible for the day-to-day and long-term planning of one of the sport’s most popular news and service sites. He spends most of his time writing, editing, planning, and wondering whether he will ever make it past 80. He is a graduate of Minnesota State University in Mankato, Minnesota, and lives in the Twin Cities with his wife and two children. You can contact him at joshua_berhow@golf.com.
