Opinion & Analysis
Talking to Your Kids About Brandel: A Parent’s Guide
The 2018 season promises to be a wild one. For starters, there’s Tiger. There’s drug testing. And if Jason Day stays healthy, we’ll probably see some “back stopping” controversies come up. But the big issue for a lot of parents this year is, “How can I talk to my kids about Brandel Chamblee?”
For the uninformed, Chamblee is the polarizing analyst in the golf business and a longtime analyst for Golf Channel. His opinions make Johnny Miller look like a Switzerland. If you just now had to google his name to see who we’re talking about here, no doubt you just said to yourself, “Oh, that guy.” At any rate, a conversation with your kids about that guy might sound something like this:
Um, Dad? Where did this guy come from? Can he play?
Absolutely. He was an All-American in college at Texas and played on PGA Tour for well over a decade. The guy also won on the PGA Tour, which is not easy. Maybe he wasn’t a household name, but he made more than a little bit of change and certainly doesn’t have to apologize for his career.
Are you sure, Dad? Seems like he does a lot of infomercials.
Listen, kids…We’ve all gotta keep the pool warm. You’ll understand one day. Making an infomercial doesn’t make you a sellout. It just means someone who wants to market their product believes that the public trusts and respects you and Brandel’s earned that respect. He’s a successful author and astute analyst, so if he’s telling you he’s got the keys to the kingdom and all it takes is 60 days and $299.99, people are going to buy in to that dream.
What’s the deal with him being so combative with Duval and Nobilo?
Brandel’s a passionate guy. Duval and Nobilo are in the studio and on Live From because they’re well-spoken professionals who have won multiple events and viewers like them. They know the deal. Chamblee, meanwhile, is also well-spoken but is primarily there because he’s all over the data and video. You may get the impression that he takes runs at his co-hosts on air because he never got a real chance on the course, but the guy absolutely knows his stuff. He may not have time for other people’s stuff, but his stuff he knows well.
Does Brandel hang out with Nobilo and Duval after work?
I’ll put it this way; if Duval, Nobilo and Chamblee were on a ship lost at sea for a few weeks, I’d bet anything the coast guard would eventually find Duval and Nobilo together. Meanwhile, Brandel will likely have built his own personal survival craft in a very upright fashion that he propels thanks to the tremendous rotation he gets rotating his thoracic muscles while the Vs in his oar grip are pointing to his right shoulder.
Why is he so mad at Tiger all the time?
This is where it gets tricky. I think it’s because he loves golf. He has a deep passion for the history of the game and I think he feels like Tiger’s a big part of it and has an obligation to it. So when Tiger took an illegal drop at the Masters in 2013, it was Chamblee who wanted to address it immediately out of a respect for the game. Nobody else — not CBS, not Golf Channel, not even Augusta’s rules committee — saw the situation for what it was: an infraction, albeit unintentional.
Chamblee was right and there have been subsequent rules incidents involving Mr. Woods. He also has issues with Tiger’s swing changes, which is a little ridiculous since he has no idea how Tiger feels physically. It’s kind of like Conan O’Brien telling Eddie Vedder what to feel as he’s writing songs. Does Brandel take cheap shots at Tiger? Probably. But I think he knows that without Tiger, he wouldn’t have the stage he currently does.
Did he play center for the Georgetown Hoyas back in the day?
No, no, no. You’re thinking of Dikimbe Motumbo. Brandel is also known for his blocks, but they are of a different variety. While you might think an analyst of Chamblee’s ilk would openly welcome a dialogue with other coaches and professionals, an inordinately high number of people seem to have been blocked from social media discussions. In Chamblee’s defense, he’s all for discussion provided it’s civil…and people can get emotional when talking about the golf swing. Brandel’s not having that. So if you’re going to try and take it to the rim on Mr. Chamblee, come hard and clean or you will be blocked and rejected like so many Big East power forwards before you.
Dad, what’s with all the big words he uses on Twitter?
One wonders if the circuitous and meandering paths his admonitions and reprimands travel to reach their ultimate destination speak to an unexpressed inadequacy.
Dad, he just kind of looks like a jerk. Is he?
Don’t judge a book by its cover, son. He’s a good dude. I sat next to him at Mastro’s a few years ago in Scottsdale and he was pleasant to both fans that approached him. I’ve seen other stars in similar settings and many of them would do well to follow Brandel’s classy example.
The bottom line is this; Brandel Chamblee is entertaining, smart and you can learn a tremendous amount from his writing, analysis and commentary. He’s far more than a talking head; he’s the real deal. Sure, he’s a little aloof and quirky, but everybody’s got their something. I say Brandel’s good for golf and deserves your attention.
Opinion & Analysis
Brandel Chamblee PGA Championship Q&A: Rose’s huge McLaren risk, distracted LIV pros and why Aronimink suits the bombers
PGA Championship week is here, and Brandel Chamblee did not hold back in our latest discussion ahead of the season’s second major.
In our 2026 PGA Championship Q&A, golf’s leading analyst made the case that PIF pulling LIV’s funding has left its players competing in a state of confusion, called Justin Rose’s mid-season equipment switch a huge risk at 45, and explained why Aronimink will be a bombers’ delight this week.
Check out the full Q&A below.
Gianni: With the PIF confirming that they’re pulling funding from LIV at the end of the season, what impact do you expect that to have on the LIV players competing at the PGA Championship?
Brandel: I would imagine that they have all been thrown into a state of confusion, and will be distracted, not knowing where they are going to play next year and not knowing exactly their road back to either the DP World Tour or the PGA Tour. Or in Rahm’s case, being tied to a sinking ship for the next few years, likely playing for pennies on the dollar in events that no one cares about or watches.
I doubt this would put him in the best frame of mind to compete at his highest level. Keeping in mind, however, that majors are the only time that LIV disciples get to play in events that matter, so never disregard the motivation they have to prove to the world they are still relevant.
Gianni: Justin Rose switched to McLaren Golf equipment mid-season while playing some of the best golf of his career. What do you make of the change?
Brandel: I don’t really know what to make of Rose switching equipment. It seems a huge risk on his part, even though it is likely, in my opinion, that the clubs he’s playing are similar, if not the exact grinds, to what he was playing previously, with a McLaren stamp on them.
Having said that, at best, it is a distraction when he seemed to be as dialed in with his game as any 45-year-old could be and trending in the majors to perhaps do something that would definitely put him in the Hall of Fame. At worst, given the possibility that these clubs aren’t just duplicates of his old set stamped with McLaren on them, he’s made an equipment change that would take time, and 45-year-old athletes don’t have the time to do such things.
Gianni: Aronimink has only hosted a handful of professional events since it hosted the 1962 PGA Championship. What kind of test does it present, and does a course with less recent major championship history tend to level the playing field?
Brandel: Even though Aronimink has only hosted a handful of meaningful professional events, it has been fairly discerning in who can win there. When Keegan Bradley won the BMW Championship on the Donald Ross masterpiece in 2018, he was the 2nd best iron player on tour coming into that week. When Nick Watney won the AT&T at Aronimink in 2011, he was 2nd in strokes gained total coming into the week.
In 2020, Aronimink hosted the KPMG Championship, and Sei Young Kim won. On the LPGA that year, she was first in greens in regulation, putts per green in regulation, and scoring average on the way to being the LPGA player of the year. And then there is the 1962 PGA Championship won by Gary Player, who eventually became just one of a few players to win the career grand slam on the way to winning 9 majors. It is a formidable test, and if it’s not softened by rain, it will bring out the best in the upper echelons of the game.
Gianni: Is there a specific hole at Aronimink that you think will do the most to decide the winner?
Brandel: The hardest hole at Aronimink in each of the three tour events that have been played there since 2010 has been the long par-3 8th hole, with the par-4 10th being the second hardest, so most of the carnage will happen around the turn, but with the par-5 16th offering opportunities for bold plays and the tough closing holes at 17 and 18, the finish is likely to be frenetic.
Gianni: The PGA Championship has always sat in the shadow of the other majors. What does the ideal PGA Championship look like in your eyes, and what would it take for it to carve out its own identity?
Brandel: The PGA Championship, to whatever degree it suffers from the comparison to the other three majors, is still counted just as much when adding them up at the end of one’s career. Almost 1/3 of Nicklaus’ major wins were the five PGA Championships he won. Walter Hagen won 11 majors, five of which were PGA Championships.
Tiger Woods twice in his career won back-to-back PGA Championships, and those four majors count just as much as the other 11 he won. The PGA may not have the prestige of the other three, but it carries the same weight. Having said that, I preferred the identity that it had as the last major of the year.
Gianni: You nailed your Masters picks. Rory won, Scottie finished solo second, and Morikawa surged to a tie for seventh. Who are your top 3 picks for the PGA Championship and why?
Brandel: I am not a huge fan of majors played on golf courses that have been shorn of most of the trees, although I understand some of the agronomic reasons for doing so and of course the ease with which it allows members to play after errant drives. However, at the highest level, it all but eliminates any strategy off the tee and turns professional golf into an even bigger slugfest. That means that it will likely be a bomber’s delight this week, but fortunately, Scottie Scheffler is long enough to play that game and straight enough to play it better than anyone else.
The major championships give us very few surprises anymore, going back to the beginning of 2012, so the last 57 majors played, the average world rank of the winners has been better than 15th in the world. So look at the highest ranked and longest drivers who are on form coming into the PGA Championship who also have great short games as the surrounds at Aronimink are very challenging. That’s Scottie Scheffler by a mile and then McIlroy and Cameron Young with a far bigger nod towards DeChambeau than I gave him at the Masters.
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This year my 50th birthday. Gosh, where has the time gone?
As a teenager in rural Missouri, some of my junior high and high school years felt interminable. Graduation seemed light years away. But the older I get, the faster life seems to fly by.
I’m also increasingly aware of my mortality. My dad died recently. Earlier this year, a friend and fellow PGA of America professional and I were texting about our next catch-up. The next message I received was news of his unexpected passing at 48. Shortly after, a woman I dated in college succumbed to cancer at 51.
Certainly, one can share perspective at any age. Seniors help freshmen, veterans guide rookies. But reaching this milestone feels like as good a time as any to do one of those “what would I tell my younger self?” articles.
I’ve had a uniquely varied career in golf. I started as a 27-year-old, average-length-hitting, 14-handicap computer engineer and somehow managed to turn pro before running out of money, constantly bootstrapping my way forward. I’ve won qualifiers and set venue records in the World Long Drive Championships, finished fifth at the Speedgolf World Championships, coached all skill levels as a PGA of America professional, built industry-leading swing speed training programs for Swing Man Golf, helped advance the single-length iron market with Sterling Irons®, caddied on the PGA TOUR and PGA TOUR Champions, and played about 300 courses across 32 countries.
It’s been a ride, and I’ve gone both deep and wide.
So while I can consult and advise from a lot of angles, let me keep it to a few things I’d tell the average golfer who wants to improve.
1. Think About What You Want
Everyone has their own reason for picking up a golf club.
Oddly, as a professional athlete, I’m not internally driven by competition. That can be challenging, as the industry currently prioritizes and incentivizes competition over the love of the game.
For me, I love walking and being outdoors. Nature helps balance my energy. I prefer courses that are integrated into the natural beauty of their surroundings. I’m comfortable practicing alone. I’m a deep thinker, and I genuinely enjoy investigating the game, using data and intuition to unearth unique, often innovative insights. I’m fortunate to be strong and athletic, so I appreciate the chance to engage with my abilities. Traveling feels adventurous. I could go on.
You don’t have to overthink it like I do. For you, it might be as simple as hitting balls to escape work, hanging out with friends, and playing loosely with the rules and the score.
The point is to give yourself permission to play for your own reasons, and let that be enough.
But if improvement is your goal, thinking about your destination—and when you want to get there—is important, because it dictates the steps you need to take. When I set out to go from a 14-handicap to the PGA TOUR as quickly as possible, the steps I needed were very different from those of a working golfer trying to break 90 in six months. That’s also different from someone who just wants a few peaceful hours outside each week, away from work or family.
None of these goals are better than the others, but each requires a different plan that you can work backward from.
2. There Are Lots of Things That Can Work
One of the challenges of golf is that, although there are rules for playing, there aren’t clear, industry-wide standards for how to best play the game. There’s a lot of gray area.
You might hear a top coach or trainer insist that a certain move is the best way to swing or train. Then you dig a bit deeper and, much to your confusion and frustration, another respected coach or trainer says something completely different. I don’t think anyone is trying to confuse you—at least I hope not. It’s just where the industry is right now.
You have to be careful with advice from tournament pros, too. They might be great at scoring, but they’re also human and sometimes just as susceptible as amateurs to believing things that don’t really move the needle. Tour players might describe what they feel, but that’s not always what they’re actually doing when assessed with technology.
I recently ran a test on my YouTube channel (which connects to my GolfWRX article “How to use your hands in the golf swing for power and accuracy”), and, interestingly, two of the most commonly taught hand actions produced the worst results in the test.
Coaches can certainly help. If you find someone you connect with to help navigate, that’s great. But there are many ways to get the ball in the hole. In the current landscape, you may need to seek multiple opinions, think critically, and use your own intuition to discern what seems true and whose advice resonates with you.
I’d recommend seeking someone who is open-minded and always learning, because things constantly change. Absolutes like “correct” or “proper” should raise a red flag. AI can be useful, but it tends to confidently repeat popular advice, so proceed with caution.
3. Get Custom Fit
If you’re serious about becoming a better player, getting custom fit is hugely important. There’s no sense fighting your equipment if you don’t have to. Most better players get fit these days and, if they don’t, they’re usually skilled enough to work around clubs that aren’t ideal.
If you plan to play for a long time, it’s worth spending a little more upfront to get something that truly fits you and your game, rather than continually buying and discarding equipment.
Equipment rules haven’t really changed significantly since the early 2000s. To stay in business, manufacturers keep pushing those limits. If you pull a bunch of clubs and balls off the rack and test them, you’ll find differences. I’ve tested two new drivers and seen a 30-yard total distance gap. Usually, the issue isn’t bad equipment; it’s that the combination of components simply isn’t the best fit.
It’s like wearing a new pair of floppy clown shoes. Sure, they’re shoes—but you won’t sprint your best in them compared to track shoes that fit perfectly.
Be wary of what’s called custom fitting, too. Sometimes the term is used as a marketing strategy rather than an actual fitting. In some retail settings, fitters may be incentivized to steer you toward higher-priced components. That doesn’t automatically mean it’s not the best fit, but you should be aware of potential biases.
I learned a version of this lesson outside of golf. Years ago, I bought a tennis racquet at a big box store from a seemingly knowledgeable employee who thought it would suit me best. The racquet gave me tennis elbow, and I spent months recovering with rest and acupuncture. The next season, I invested more time and money to find what actually fit me, and I walked away with something amazing that I still play with years later.
So if you’re going to get fit, be smart about it.
Find someone you believe has deep knowledge—possibly with certifications, but not necessarily. Make sure there’s a wide inventory across many brands. Check recent reviews for the individual fitter if possible. Make sure you trust that the fitter has your best interests at heart. If they’re wearing a hat or shirt with a specific brand’s logo, proceed with caution. Unless you specifically want a certain brand or look, be wary of upsells, especially if two options perform nearly the same.
Also, while golf is called a sport of integrity, there’s a thread of manipulation in the industry. I once drafted an equipment article for an industry magazine, structured just like one of their previous popular stories, with matching word count and great photos. The assistant editor loved it; it was useful to readers and required little work on his part. But the editor-in-chief nixed the story. When I asked why, I was told it was because I wasn’t an advertiser. It turned out the article I’d modeled mine after was a paid ad cleverly disguised as editorial content.
I really dislike games, clickbait, and fear-based manipulation. I hope this changes, but golfers deserve to know it exists.
4. Distance and Strategy Matter
There’s a real relationship between how far you hit the ball and your scoring average, even at the PGA TOUR level.
I experienced this early in my pro career. I started as a power hitter, swinging in the high 120s and breaking 200 mph ball speed with a stock driver.
Back then, some instructors advised swinging at 80%, so I tried slowing down for more accuracy. That worked fine on shorter, tighter courses. But on longer setups, I was coming into greens with too much club, and par 5s stopped being
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Sean
Dec 1, 2017 at 6:42 pm
An air of self-righteous arrogance is his trademark. He’s an entertainer……a skilled self-promoter honing the “brand” in Brandel. Can’t fault him for that.
Laz Versalles
Dec 2, 2017 at 12:20 am
When I read “An air of self-righteous arrogance is his trademark.” I immediately thought, “how does this guy know me?” But then I realized you meant Mr. Chamblee. Thanks for reading, Sean.
Tom54
Dec 1, 2017 at 5:50 pm
I thought it was a perfect description of Brandel Chamblee. I believe him way more than Frank Nobilo but Duval certainly has more to say when it comes to having been a top notch player. You got to admit when that three some starts engaging in a topic with different viewpoints it makes for interesting viewing. I think the writer summed up who Brandel Chamblee is even for those of us who do know who he is. Well written indeed
Laz Versalles
Dec 2, 2017 at 10:52 pm
Thank you, Tom. For what it’s worth, I see Duval as a great- and I mean great- combination of player and analyst. His honest and frank views on Rory towards the end of last year were spot on.
saveva
Dec 1, 2017 at 5:09 pm
lol hilarious
Bob Jones
Dec 1, 2017 at 4:15 pm
Brandel’s point of view is always worth hearing. What gets me is his always having to have the last word when people don’t agree with him. Just tell us what you think, Brandel, then move on. Your thoughts are opinions, not Facts Received From Above.
HDTVMAN
Dec 1, 2017 at 1:17 pm
When is NBC-Golf Channel going to wake up and fire this jerk. Bones would be a perfect studio replacement when he’s not on the course.
Laz Versalles
Dec 1, 2017 at 1:23 pm
I think they like having a polarizing figure. He’s like the Yankees but without all the championships, money, prestige, history, talent, and clout.
Leftshot
Dec 1, 2017 at 11:36 am
Brandel is a former player who is unaware of where his expertise begins and ends. He’s the perfect example of a kid who grew up and never learned how to play nice with the other kids.
Kondo
Dec 1, 2017 at 11:27 am
In time we will see that Chamblee is actually correct in most of his ideas concerning the swing. He was a better playing in college than the tour. He wanted to get better and took modern instruction and changed his swing to what is now the modern swing. He knows what it did to his game coming from a classic swing. With the evolution of swing to what it is now is reckless at best. Why not emulate the greats of the past? After watching Tiger yesterday and hearing all the ohhs and ahhs about his new swing and speed sounds like Jack’s record is in danger. Actually, Tiger didn’t change what hurt him and I hope I am wrong, but further injury is on the way. No one moves the needle like Tiger does and that makes guys like Chamblee, Duval and Nabilo have jobs. Just my 2 cents.
Allen Freeman
Dec 1, 2017 at 11:12 am
Nicely written Laz!
Laz Versalles
Dec 1, 2017 at 1:26 pm
Thanks so much Allen.
jd57
Dec 1, 2017 at 9:24 am
So you think that it’s more likely that a pro is going to aim for another players ball instead of the cup? If they can accurately aim for another ball, why wouldn’t they use that accuracy and aim for the cup?
Laz Versalles
Dec 1, 2017 at 1:20 pm
They don’t aim for the ball, they aim for the cup. But by having the other player not mark their ball which is just past the hole or pin high, your ball has a *chance* to hit a “backstop” – the other ball.
alanp
Dec 1, 2017 at 12:23 am
quite possibly the best “article” i have ever read here on golfwrx. well done!!
Laz Versalles
Dec 1, 2017 at 1:25 pm
Alan- thank you! There are so many great articles on golfwrx, that means a lot. Frankly I think this is my third best of the three I have on golfwrx, but THANK YOU! That made my day.
Tim
Nov 30, 2017 at 8:26 pm
With this kind of writing you could be the “chief golf correspondent” on The Daily Show, loved it! Bring us more of this!
Laz Versalles
Dec 1, 2017 at 1:32 pm
Tim, Thanks man. I love the daily show! Check out my other two articles on golfwrx.
emb
Nov 30, 2017 at 5:20 pm
Seems like Brandel comes off as overcompensating and extremely insecure/defensive of his opinions when on air with Nobilo and Duval. It’s like they’re the “players” with the tour experience and insight and Brandel is just the analyst trying to fit in with them and prove his opinons matter or have as much relevancy. Obviously Brandel had a better career than 99.9% of players but his resume pales in comparison to Frank’s and especially David’s and this gives him some sort of chip on his shoulder. Overall he provides fairly good insight sometimes but too often defends opinions that he states as facts that are patently wrong. I think he needs work choosing which hills to die on as often times his incessant defence of his opinions appears foolish and frankly embarrassing. At least he seems to be trying to backtrack on his insane Tiger hate.
mike
Nov 30, 2017 at 4:17 pm
Chamblee won the Greater Vancouver open. Slighly better than the Texas Truck stop invitational.
He should quick trying to act like he was a better player than he was.
Laz Versalles
Dec 1, 2017 at 1:31 pm
I mean….He won? That means he WON. My friend and I were talking last night about how hard it is to win anything that is 36 holes or more. It’s hard, man. And you don’t play golf at Texas just because you have good hair. That’s a tough squad to get playing time. Always has been.
Golfwhiler
Nov 30, 2017 at 8:17 am
His book is bloody brilliant (“The Anatomy of Greatness”). His insights into the illustration errors in Ben Hogan’s “Five Lessons” are alone worth the price of the book.
That said, I don’t watch the Golf Channel. If I have time to watch golf on TV, I’m usually trying to play a round.
JE
Nov 30, 2017 at 5:28 am
This is a well-written, interesting read. Nice work Mr. Versalles.
Laz Versalles
Nov 30, 2017 at 1:00 pm
Thank you!
Jerry
Nov 30, 2017 at 3:41 am
Brandel is not exactly a teacher or technician of the swing, and it gets him in trouble with Swing Gurus who teach PGA pros for a living. They don’t talk the talk, they walk the walk. Brandel talks.
yoduto
Nov 30, 2017 at 12:23 am
In Greek mythology, there is a story about Sisyphus pushing a big rock up a hill only to have it roll back down over and over again. Likewise, what seems like a laborious and futile effort on our part to achieve an important goal, are carefully designed exercises by golf sources to teach you an important lesson in the building of your character. An epiphany will bring a penetrating insight into a matter of vital importance.
Laz Versalles
Dec 1, 2017 at 5:22 pm
Gorgeous.
Bob
Nov 29, 2017 at 9:44 pm
I must confess I’m no fan. I think the main problem with Brandel is how arrogant he comes across. He seems more interested in sounding smart and appearing intellectual than being frank and honest (hence why he loves using words that the majority of people don’t understand). It is also why he blocks people who disagree with him. I love honest views, good opinions and debate not intellectual grandstanding.
Laz Versalles
Nov 29, 2017 at 11:34 pm
I think you just summarized the entire OpEd! Nice job. Anyways, you’re not wrong. He comes across that way. If you listen to him on Dan Patrick he’s a little better but still comes across as a little aloof and stuffy.
walter
Nov 30, 2017 at 12:25 am
Our Brandel Trump…..
Mike
Nov 29, 2017 at 8:52 pm
Brandel is bias, which makes his analysis questionable. For example, when Brandel needs attention he will post or say something controversial and/or negative about TW or Rory his two favorite targets. Whether he’s right or wrong, Brandel has a hidden agenda and a lot of the pros know it, which is why he’s in the studio often and not on the range building relationships with pros.
Laz Versalles
Nov 29, 2017 at 11:40 pm
You’re not wrong Mike. Be honest, would you have written that had the Billy Hoershel spat not surfaced? As I tried to point out, he’s got his way” and leans on it heavily.
walter
Nov 30, 2017 at 12:26 am
Somewhat like Trump?
Acemandrake
Nov 29, 2017 at 6:58 pm
“And if Jason Day stays healthy, we’ll probably see some “back stopping” controversies come up.”
What does this mean/refer to?
Laz Versalles
Nov 29, 2017 at 7:23 pm
http://golfweek.com/2017/10/18/backstopping-is-it-a-problem-and-how-should-it-be-addressed/
Acemandrake
Nov 29, 2017 at 9:02 pm
Thank you for the link but I’m still not getting the Jason Day connection.
Is he particularly known (famous/infamous?) for doing this? I want to say yes but I’m not sure.
Thanks
Laz Versalles
Nov 29, 2017 at 11:31 pm
He was chewed out pretty good last weekend by the analyst working the Aussie Open.
Acemandrake
Nov 30, 2017 at 9:02 am
Thank you, Mr. Versalles!
Hawkeye77
Nov 29, 2017 at 6:52 pm
Wow, someone hasn’t been paying attention for 8 years. Brandel absolutely dislikes Tiger, and no, it didn’t stem from the incident at the Masters (where Brandel was WRONG and was a complete jerk about it on air and got called out by his co-workers) – he has been on Tiger’s case since 2009 and made his major career move kicking Tiger while he was down and doing it repeatedly. Then the cheating accusations which he was forced to dial back. He’s tried the last few years to be “balanced” about Tiger, but he can’t hide from his body of work for several years as much as he now tries to do so. And no, he doesn’t “know his stuff” he just is overbearing about it, and his ability to diagnose golf swings is pretty poor. You can see Nobilo and Duval seething from time to time because of Brandel’s know it all attitude and often strange claims (just to be strange) – he may be a good guy off air and clearly is an intelligent person, but make no mistake he’s invented himself and is pretty proud of what he has invented. Silly article.
Hawkeye77
Nov 29, 2017 at 10:12 pm
LOL, now my comment is awaiting “moderation” – nothing inappropriate about it at all.
The Wiz
Nov 29, 2017 at 4:16 pm
Chamblee is an underachieving fool. I wouldn’t allow my children to listen to this idiot.
the dude
Nov 29, 2017 at 7:24 pm
Fool?….what makes him a fool. if anything, the other individuals that know less than he does are the real fools……oh…and he’s an idiot?….how? (seriously, this site should require a minimum age to share opinions……..lets say 9)
At the end of the day this guy educates and entertains…….period
now get your homework done, brush your teeth and have mommy tuck you in……
Laz Versalles
Nov 29, 2017 at 7:29 pm
Hmmm. Underachiever? All-American, PGA Tour winner, author. Not too bad.
Matt-78
Dec 1, 2017 at 1:40 pm
I do sometimes disagree with Brandel and he can definitely rub me the wrong way sometimes, but underachiever he is not.