About this episode
Welcome to a truly special episode of The Hole Story Podcast! This week, Robby and Jonathan sit down with Tom Ferrell, the engaging VP of Media and Communications for Dream Golf. Tom’s journey taps into golf’s deep roots—from his first swings as a kid in Waycross, Georgia, to his serendipitous meeting with Robby & Jonathan on the legendary putting green at the Old Course in St. Andrews, Scotland. Together, they dive into Tom’s winding path through golf: playing and writing about the game, his Southern upbringing, a stint following the Grateful Dead, and eventually landing a dream role with Dream Golf, the visionary company behind Bandon Dunes, Sand Valley, and the ever-expanding network. Tom reflects on the stories behind new projects like Rodeo Dunes and Wild Spring, the art of blending old-school charm with new course experiences, and what it really means to create destinations that golfers the world over add to their bucket lists. There’s plenty of warmth, storytelling, and inside scoop here—including tales from Scotland, memorable golf shots, and the camaraderie that makes the game so special. Whether you’re an architecture buff, a dreamer, or just in it for the people and pints, you’ll appreciate Tom’s thoughtful insights and contagious enthusiasm for golf’s next chapter...and you might find yourself dreaming up your own pilgrimage to one of Dream Golf’s unforgettable courses! Dream Golf - https://dreamgolf.com/ BestBall Links: • https://BestBall.com • https://linktr.ee/BestBall • https://bestball.substack.com - Subscribe to Par 3 Thursdays! Friends of BestBall: •B. Draddy - https://www.bdraddy.com - Enter "BESTBALL20" for 20% off your order •Zero Restriction - https://www.zerorestriction.com - Enter "BESTBALL20" for 20% off your order •Fairway & Greene - https://www.fairwayandgreene.com - Enter "BESTBALL20" for 20% off your order •Arccos Golf - https://bit.ly/4gXNDQi - Get 15% off your order •The Stack System - https://www.thestacksystem.com/discount/BestBall - Get 10% off your order •Western Birch - https://westernbirch.com - Enter "BESTBALL" in the shipping cart for a free gift with your order. Interested in becoming a sponsor of The Hole Story Podcast? Email info@bestball.com.