As golf season begins again there are some troubling signs for the sport's future. The game of presidents past and country-clubbers around the nation is in fast decline according to analysts. With a decrease in participation, television ratings, equipment sales, rounds played and courses being built, are we seeing the end of golf?
Probably not. After all, the game is slated to be part of the 2016 Olympics and it still boasts around 60 million players worldwide. So then what's causing it's demise in the U.S.? This hour, well look at the shifting attitudes, cultural trends and environmental concerns that all lead to a tough course ahead for the game of golf.
GUESTS:
- Bryan Curtis- Editor-at-Large atThe Ringer. He’s also written for Slate and The Daily Beast
- Bob Cook- Youth sports blogger for Forbes. His blog is titled, “Your Kid’s Not Going Pro”
- Paul Banks- Owner and General Manager of Copper Hill Golf Club in East Granby, Connecticut
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Colin McEnroe, Chion Wolf, and Greg Hill contributed to this show.
