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The Goat Track

The Goat Track is a podcast for the golf-obsessed - especially those with an eye on Africa. We dive into the game and all its glorious side quests: course reviews, wild tour ideas, clubhouse banter, and an often in-depth look at the ups and downs of our own deeply average games. It’s golf, but not always as you know it.

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Episode 85: LIV Golf South Africa Preview

The Goat Track ·

2026/03/18

JDV and T deliver an on-the-ground preview of the much-anticipated LIV Golf South Africa. This episode of The Goat Track breaks down the massive scale of the event’s arrival, from the sprawling infrastructure build-out to the strategic nuances of the Highveld.We shift the focus to the technical demands of the layout, discussing the local wildlife on the course and how specific turf conditions—from grabby Kikuyu rough to pure bentgrass greens—will dictate club selection. The team highlights the best

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Episode 84: Our SA Open Rota Revisited

The Goat Track ·

2026/03/05

Stellenbosch is a vibe, but is it a Championship test?Fresh off the grounds of the latest South African Open, we’re joined once again by Ben Karpinski to dissect a week in the Winelands. We move past the standard leaderboard recap to look at the architectural bones of the course, the energy of the crowds, and whether the "National Open" identity is being preserved or diluted. The experience at Stellenbosch sparks a larger debate: What actually makes a "Good" SA Open? Is it purely about the

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Episode 83: Handicap App Saga and SA Open Preview

The Goat Track ·

2026/02/25

JDV and T discuss the ongoing handicap saga, the curse hanging over Durban Country Club and preview the SA Open in Stellenbosch.

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Episode 82: The Handicap App Mess

The Goat Track ·

2026/02/17

This week, JDV and T dive headfirst into the absolute chaos of the recent South African handicap system migration. If you’ve spent more time staring at a loading screen than on the tee box lately, this one is for you. JDV goes on an all-time rant about the "handicap app from hell," the data migration disaster, and what this technical nightmare actually means for your index in the short term. Is your 12-handicap safe, or has it been "migrated" into a 24?JDV then hits us up with a tale where the bad

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Episode 81: RIP Stingers, Stellies and the SA Player...

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2026/01/24

In Episode 81, we dive into the Stingers rebrand. Did they workshop the new name? T has some concerns with that and the exact same roster returning, we ask the uncomfortable question: Is this franchise evolving, or is it stuck as an "Old Boys Club" that prioritizes vibes over victory?The concern doesn't stop there. We also tackle the news of Stellenbosch Golf Club hosting the SA Open. It’s a nice venue, sure—but is it actually the right test for a modern National Open with a Masters berth on the

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Episode 80: Monster Hits 2025 - Vol. 2 The Back 9

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2026/01/16

JDV and TBag take you through their back 9 of their compilation 18 holes for 2025. There are some high quality courses named and not a single one in KZN!

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Episode 79: Monster Hits 2025 - Vol. 1 The Front 9

The Goat Track ·

2026/01/07

We're back! And we start with a favorite from last year - a compilation of our best 18 holes played in 2025. This time JDV and TBag alternate holes and there are some bangers amongst them. This episode covers the front 9 and includes holes from Zimablai Lakes, The Links, Durban Country Club and a host of others.

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Episode 78: Another Rugga Chat

The Goat Track ·

2025/12/03

Tucky and Hoff are back giving people the opinions no one asked for! Wandering off the beaten path again and unpacking the Springboks’ end-of-year tour; the good, the bad, and will Sasha become the GOAT. They check in on the upcoming Rugby World Cup draw and how things might shake-out. They also can’t ignore the Sharks, who are currently in such grim form it doesn't feel like it could get worse...It’s rugby chat with just enough chaos to keep you honest. Tune in.

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Episode 77: ON COURSE - The Top 5 KZN Par 3s

The Goat Track ·

2025/11/24

TBag and JDV go deep on the best par-3s in KZN, comparing notes from some of the province’s most iconic tracks. From the coastal beauty of Southbroom, Wild Coast, Durban, Umkho and Princes Grant, to the inland standouts at Gowrie, Champagne Sports, and Cotswold Downs, they unpack what elevates a par-3 from “good” to unforgettable. Along the way, they chat about why KZN seems to produce these holes in abundance—hint: the landscape does a lot of the heavy lifting—and reveal their final,

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Episode 76: Rugga Chat November 2025

The Goat Track ·

2025/11/05

We're golf adjacent this week!Tucky and Hoff are back on The Goat Track as they break down the Springboks’ end-of-year tour. They unpack what’s to come for Rassie and his men, and what it all means heading into 2026. Then it’s over to the Sharks: what is happening?? The guys debate who could step in and what direction the franchise really needs to take. Expect a few honest takes, a couple of digs, and more than one bold prediction. To wrap it up, the lads get personal with their own rugby

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Episode 75: Course Review - Zimbali Lakes

The Goat Track ·

2025/10/29

We finally get another course review as JDV and T do a deep dive on the newest 18-hole course in South Africa - Zimbali Lakes. They chat about the Ernie Els involvement, the cost and their favorite holes. JDV tackles the handicap rating issue and T speculates where this course will land in the SA Top 100 rankings.

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Episode 74: My October Teacher

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2025/10/16

Much like the famed documentary, this episode explores alot and not much.In My October Teacher, we dive into the strange lessons of October - from Hoff’s tales of questionable golf lessons to Ryder Cup takeaways, South Africa’s success at the World Amateur Team Champs, and the KZN Sunshine Tour swing. We also check in on our own golf goals (some thriving, others begging for a mulligan) and wrap up the 2025 Major Goat comp. And because we love a good idea almost as much as a bad one, we announce

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Episode 73: Superstitions

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2025/10/01

Every golfer has their quirks, but our regular guest Fuad takes pre-round rituals and on-course habits to another level. From how he dresses, to the way he sets up his gear, to the strange rules he follows mid-round—his list of superstitions is as long as a par 5. We dig into them all, laugh at the madness, and uncover whether these little rituals actually help or just add pressure.If you’ve ever marked your ball a certain way “for luck,” worn the same hat after a good round, or avoided talking

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Episode 72: SEVEN - Hoffs things

The Goat Track ·

2025/09/11

Hoff covers seven eclectic rankings from his best Goat Track to his worst Golf experience. A few courses take a couple of strays from his soapbox.

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Episode 71: SEVEN - JDVs favourite courses

The Goat Track ·

2025/08/18

We’re kicking off a brand-new series SEVEN – rankings, lists, bests, worsts and the kind of debates golfers live for.First up? JDV’s Favourite Courses. Expect some of the country’s undisputed heavy hitters, a few sensible locks, and one or two curveballs that might surprise you. How does your list stacks up against JDV’s.

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Episode 70: Touching the Sun

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2025/07/30

We dissect Tucky’s wild, sun-scorched round at Zimbali Lakes — a journey so dramatic it’s now simply known as Touching the Sun. Was it the mid-round wrap? The long-sleeve jersey? Or the fateful choice to forgo a cold beer?Step by step, swing by swing, we unravel the mystery behind a round that was equal parts inspiring, baffling, and — in moments — heartbreakingly tragic. It’s a tale every golfer knows: when the dream round starts to smoulder. We unpack how it happens, why it happens, and what to

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Episode 69: The Open Preview Chat

The Goat Track ·

2025/07/15

JDV, T and Tucky break down all things Open Championship including the course, the favorite's and the Saffas in the field. We also briefly touch on Tucky's unreal round of golf last week and hear about JDV's planned winter golf trip to Cape Town.

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Episode 68: Grapes & Golf – Boekenhoutskloof, The...

The Goat Track ·

2025/07/07

This week we’re joined by Lynton from Boekenhoutskloof, one of South Africa’s most iconic wineries. We trace their journey from humble small-batch beginnings to becoming the powerhouse behind some of the country’s most recognisable wine labels.Naturally, we mix in some golf — celebrating the South African legends who’ve hoisted the Claret Jug, from Bobby Locke to Gary Player, Ernie Els, and Louis Oosthuizen. It’s a proper blend of grapes and greats. We also drop details on an exclusive wine special

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Episode 67: Golf Junkies Unite with Ben Karpinski

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2025/06/27

This week on The Goat Track, TBag is joined by fellow golf junkie and media maven Ben Karpinski for a wide-ranging chat that covers the beautiful madness of loving this game. From the thrill of being a true golf sicko to debates around the pro scene, it’s a proper dive into the good stuff.We shine a light on Casandra Alexander’s rise, try to unpack Tommy Fleetwood’s North American struggles, and go all-in on why Keegan Bradley simply has to be on that Ryder Cup team. Ben also takes us through his

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Episode 66: A US Open 2025 Preview

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2025/06/10

This week on The Goat Track, we’re all in on the U.S. Open—and Oakmont is the perfect villain. We dig into the course’s storied, punishing history and take a fascinating detour into the origins of the stimpmeter (spoiler: it all started right here). We also revisit Ernie Els’ gritty 1994 win, touching on the drama that nearly derailed it.We get our picks locked in, a fresh update on the Major GOAT leaderboard, and discuss a new wrinkle added to Wunderpar. Plus, we stir the pot in our Goat Track

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