Gary Williams is joined by Brendon de Jonge (Wagyu Filet, Golf Central Pregame) and Taylor Zarzour (The Starter) for a wide-ranging conversation on the biggest storylines shaping the 2026 golf season.

The crew reacts to Brooks Koepka’s PGA TOUR reentry — including Tiger Woods’ comments on the process, penalties, and how Koepka’s return impacts fields without taking spots away from current members. They also dive into what Koepka’s outlook could look like once he’s fully back in rhythm.

From there, it’s a big-picture debate on the Scottie Scheffler run and how close we may be to historical comparisons — plus what a Rory McIlroy vs. Scottie Scheffler duel could look like at Augusta National and Shinnecock Hills.

Later, the panel makes 2026 projections:

• Tommy Fleetwood vs. Xander Schauffele — who has the bigger year?
• Cam Young vs. Ludvig Åberg — who takes the next leap into the top tier?
• Jordan Spieth in 2026 — win potential vs. week-to-week consistency

Plus: Dogs of the Week returns, and the crew closes with picks for the Dubai Invitational and the Sony Open.

2:10 - 16:57 Brendon de Jonge

17:30 - 42:35 Taylor Zarzour

43:00 - Dogs of the week & Picks of the week

5 Clubs airs on Golf Channel and PGA TOUR Radio on SiriusXM (Channel 92)

Brooks Koepka is officially back on the PGA Tour, and the ripple effects could reshape the future of professional golf. With the new Returning Member Program creating a pathway for players like Jon Rahm, Cameron Smith, and Bryson DeChambeau to return, Gary Williams breaks down what this means for both the PGA Tour and LIV Golf moving forward.

Gary is joined by Gabby Herzig of The Athletic and Josh Carpenter of Sports Business Journal to examine how Koepka’s return could influence player movement, Tour strategy, and the competitive balance between the PGA Tour and LIV — and what this moment signals for the next chapter of the professional game.

Gary also talks with Jones Cup champion and SMU standout William Sides to discuss his performance at Sea Island, his path through amateur golf, and even his choice of headwear as he continues to rise in the game.

5 Clubs airs on Golf Channel and PGA TOUR Radio on SiriusXM (Channel 92)

0:00 - 7:15 Opening thoughts on Brooks Koepka's Return

7:24 - 20:41 Gabby Herzig

21:49 - 31:35 William Sides

32:26 - 44:02 Josh Carpenter

Today’s show opens with Gary Williams breaking down the latest surrounding five-time major champion Brooks Koepka, the nine-time PGA Tour winner, and the growing speculation about a potential return to the PGA Tour, along with a wider look at the current state of the professional game.

Golf Channel analyst and eight-time PGA Tour winner Brad Faxon — a former Ryder Cup player, Walker Cup champion, and one of the greatest putters in the history of the game — joins the show to share his perspective on what Koepka’s return could mean for the sport, why Scottie Scheffler is poised to dominate once again in 2026, and his personal favorites when it comes to both golf and food.

Gary wraps up the episode with a look ahead at this year’s major championship venues and other key events that will shape the golf calendar in 2026.

0:00 - 13:52: Brooks returning to PGA Tour

14:05 - 33:12 - Brad Faxon

34:00-43:45 - Major Venues & other notable events this year

44:05 - 46:14 -Closing thoughts

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We’re back for 2026 — LIVE from Ocean Forest at Sea Island during Jones Cup week, one of the premier amateur events in golf.

Host Gary Williams sets the stage for a two-hour show featuring conversations from on site with some of the best players and voices in amateur and college golf, including Luke Poulter (University of Florida and Walker Cup Member), Jacob Modleski (Notre Dame and 2024 Jones Cup champion), and Miles Russell (two-time JGR Rolex Player of the Year and Florida State Committ) — plus insights on what makes Sea Island a unique incubator for elite golf.

In this episode, we dig into:

Why the Jones Cup matters as the bridge from fall to spring college golf

The Walker Cup pipeline and names to know in a Walker Cup year

What makes Ocean Forest such a demanding test

The history and impact behind the Jones Cup, and Sea Island’s commitment to the amateur game

How elite players prepare during the offseason and what separates the next wave

Interviews:

06:11-11:56: Brentley Romine

13:40-21:52: Luke Poulter

22:45-33:40: John Wade

34:44-45:02: Davis Thompson

47:20-55:37: Jacob Modleski

57:10-1:04:13: Miles Russell

1:05:40-1:15:34 : Bill Jones III

1:16:44-1:29:16 : Scott Steilen

5 Clubs airs on Golf Channel and PGA TOUR Radio on SiriusXM (Channel 92).

Rory McIlroy, Scottie Scheffler, Keith Mitchell, Keegan Bradley and Shane Lowry joined the final 5 Clubs on Golf Channel program for 2025. All of the guests discussed the Golf Channel Games. McIlroy recapped his year including the Masters and what his priorities are ahead. Bradley touched on his feelings for the Ryder Cup and the aftermath and the hole it has left in his soul. Lowry touched on his Ryder Cup memories including the pressure he felt on the 18th hole as the lead was slipping away. Mitchell talked about his appreciation for the world of broadcast as he prepared for his role in the Golf Channel Games and talked about the world’s top two players. And Scheffler touched on his improved putting, the back 9 at the PGA and how the condensed PGA TOUR schedule will have to be navigated. We also announced a new event in collaboration with Landmand Golf Club called the Heartbeat and showcased our dogs of the week.

Johnson Wagner & Angel Yin joined the program today. Yin talked about the importance of the LPGA sharing the stage with celebrities, how important it is for her to maintain consistency, the work done by Craig Kessler, the global events and more. Wagner recapped a lot of the year and his work as a broadcaster from recreating golf shots on TV, the way the 17th played at The Players in the playoff, calling this year’s Masters on radio, the roller coaster of the week in Augusta and in particular that Sunday, Scottie Scheffler, Jordan Spieth and more.

Brendon de Jonge & Oliver Wilson joined the program today. De Jonge started by sharing how uncomfortable the vibe is for the final day of Q school as five TOUR cards were on the line. They also talked about Rory McIlroy’s year, Scottie Scheffler’s year, Tommy Fleetwood, Marco Penge, Michael Brennan, Tyrrell Hatton, the signature series in 2026, Europeans on the majors hunt and more.

Hally Leadbetter and Gabby Herzig joined the program today. Leadbetter has been around the game her entire life but has forged her career on the content and broadcast side of the business. She talked about getting your foot in the door, how all of us love the rush of golf, having supportive friends in the industry and establishing trust with subjects. Herzig talked about relative reluctance of Scottie Scheffler, who will drive conversation in 2026, that we will hear more of LIV this year, Tiger Woods’s position moving forward, how enjoyable it is to talk to Rory McIlroy and Max Homa and much more. The show ended with the golf dogs of the week.