The Scorecard presented by Chicago District Golfer
The CDGA has partnered with WSCR 670 The Score to have Chicago District Golfer magazine serve as the presenting sponsor of "The Scorecard", a weekly two-hour radio show dedicated to covering golf in the Chicago District and nationally.
Hosted by Chicago District Golfer editor Barry Cronin and The Score’s Mike Esposito, "The Scorecard" presented by Chicago District Golfer Magazine airs every Saturday from 6-8 a.m. on 670-AM. See below for links to full episodes and select segments from each week’s show.
September 25, 2021 - Ryder Cup Special
Full Episode
In the final edition of "The Scorecard" for the season, a special one-hour Ryder Cup episode, Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito were joined by Illinois Golf Hall of Fame member Len Ziehm to discuss the Ryder Cup. Later, they welcomed on Chip Beck, who played on Ryder Cup teams in 1989, 1991 and 1993. "The Scorecard" is presented by Chicago District Golfer magazine. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
The below listeners were randomly selected to receive a 2020 Ryder Cup hat, courtesy of the CDGA:
John P., Palos Hills
Rick P., Winfield
Tom B., Darien
Bobby W., Chicago
Anthony C., Mt. Prospect
Winners will be notified via email this week.
September 18, 2021
Full Episode
Hour 1: Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito opened the Scorecard by reacting to the PGA Tour action at the Fortinet Championship at the Silverado Resort in Napa Valley. Later, Merit Club head pro Don Pieper joined the show for a conversation. "The Scorecard" is presented by Chicago District Golfer magazine. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Hour 2: In the second hour of the Scorecard, Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito were joined by Kemper Sports CEO Steve Skinner, who discussed the golf world since the pandemic started. Later, Ron Green Jr. of the Global Golf Post joined the show to preview the Ryder Cup next weekend. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Hour 1: Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito opened "The Scorecard" by reacting to Team USA making six captain’s picks for the Ryder Cup. After that, Cronin recapped his daughter’s wedding, which was at the American Club. Later, Conway Farms Golf Club director of instruction Jamie Fischer joined the show for a conversation. "The Scorecard" is presented by Chicago District Golfer magazine. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Hour 2: In the second hour of "The Scorecard," Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito were joined by Boyne USA marketing director Ken Griffin to discuss last-chance getaways for the summer. Later, Wisconsin.golf senior writer Gary D’Amato joined the show to preview the Ryder Cup. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Hour 1: Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito opened "The Scorecard" by taking a look back at the incredible playoff at the BMW Championship last Sunday. After that, they welcomed on Steve Kois, a long drive competitor from the Chicago area. Later, River Forest Country Club head pro Chris Gumbach joined the show for a conversation. "The Scorecard" is presented by Chicago District Golfer magazine. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Hour 2: In the second hour of "The Scorecard," Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito were joined by Chicago District Golf Association senior business development director Mike Gilligan to preview the Ryder Cup. Later, they welcomed on Tim Morris, the producer of the Member Skills Challenge Championship on NBC Sports Chicago.CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Hour 1: Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito opened "The Scorecard" by marveling at Bryson DeChambeau’s incredible 12-under 60 at the BMW Championship on Friday. Later, they conducted their weekly Swing Thoughts segment with Andy Mickelson, who won the Illinois PGA Championship at Ivanhoe Club last week. "The Scorecard" is presented by Chicago District Golfer magazine. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
In the second hour of "The Scorecard," Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito were joined by John Hawkins of the Morning Read to discuss how the PGA Tour can improve its playoffs. Later, the guys were joined by James Piot, who won the U.S. Amateur championship.CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Hour 1: Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito opened "The Scorecard" by discussing the action at the Northern Trust. Later, they conducted their Swing Thoughts segment by welcoming on Brett Packee, who has been professional golfer Nick Hardy?s lifelong instructor. "The Scorecard" is presented by Chicago District Golfer magazine. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
In the second hour of "The Scorecard," Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito were joined by Wisconsin Golf Trips founder/owner Jason Kauflin. Later, writer Hank Gola joined the show to discuss the Northern Trust at Liberty National Golf Course in New Jersey. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Hour 1: As we were in the "missing Mike" formation this week, Barry Cronin was joined by producer Adam Studzinski, who filled in for Mike Esposito. The pair opened its show by looking back at the WGC-Fedex St. Jude Invitational last week and by discussing what’s happening at the Wyndham Championship this week. After that, 2021 Illinois Open winner Tee-K Kelly joined the show to discuss his victory. Later, the guys were joined by Dave Hannon, a golf instructor at Links & Tees in Addison. "The Scorecard" is presented by Chicago District Golfer magazine. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Hour 2: In the second hour of the Scorecard, Barry Cronin and Adam Studzinski welcomed on Jason Becker, who founded Golf Life Navigators in Florida. Later, they chatted with John Dell of the Winston-Salem Journal, as he’s covering the Wyndham Championship in North Carolina this weekend. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Hour 1: Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito opened "The Scorecard" by recapping the Olympic golf tournaments, in which Team USA swept the gold medals with Xander Schauffele winning on the men’s side and Nelly Korda the victor on the women’s side. Later, Illinois Golf Hall of Fame member Gary Pinns joined the show for a conversation. "The Scorecard" is presented by Chicago District Golfer magazine. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Hour 2: In the second hour of "The Scorecard," Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito were joined by Mike O’Reilly of Whistling Straits Golf Course for a conversation. Later, they welcomed on Marissa Wenzler, who won the Women’s Western Amateur on July 24. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Hour 1: Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito opened "The Scorecard" by reviewing the leaderboard at the Olympic men’s golf competition. Later, they were joined by Andrew Stevens for the Swing Thoughts segment. Stevens is the head pro at Stonebridge Country Club in Aurora. "The Scorecard" is presented by Chicago District Golfer magazine. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Hour 2: In the second hour of "The Scorecard," Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito were joined by Steve Hulka, a Chicago area native and longtime PGA Tour caddie who shared great stories. Later, Western Golf Association vice president of tournaments Vince Pellegrino joined the show. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Hour 1: Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito opened "The Scorecard" by reflecting on Collin Morikawa’s win at the Open Championship last week. After that, they were joined by Illinois State Amateur winner Ethan Farnam to discuss his victory. Later, Glen View Club director of instruction Chris Green joined the show for a conversation. "The Scorecard" is presented by Chicago District Golfer magazine. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Hour 2: In the second hour of "The Scorecard," Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito were joined by new USGA CEO Mike Whan. Later, Cronin and Esposito recapped their time at the Western Amateur media day last week. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Hour 1: In the first hour, Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito talk about the 2021 British Open. After, Barry and Mike talk to Tristyn Nowlin, the winner of the 2021 Illinois Women’s Open at Mistwood Golf Course in Romeoville. After, Barry and Mike welcome in the head pro at Mistwood Golf Course for Swing Thoughts to get you the best advice for your swing. "The Scorecard" is presented by Chicago District Golfer magazine. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Hour 2: In the second hour of the Scorecard, Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito were joined by Bob Harig of ESPN.com to discuss the British Open live from Royal St. George’s. After that, Cronin and Esposito shared an update on the Open leaderboard. Later, they were joined by Mulbe Dillard IV, who was ranked as the No. 1 amateur minority golfer in the nation before he recently turned pro. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
0:34 – Dillard discussing playing at TPC Deere Run for the Advocates Professional Tour
2:55 – Mulbe Dillard’s Golf Academy at Jackson Park Golf Course
4:20 – Dillard’s golf background
5:00 - Transition from playing college golf to becoming a professional golfer
7:21 - The impact of Tiger Woods on minority golfers
11:00 – Dillard’s "pinch-me" moments
July 10, 2021
Full Episode
Hour 1: Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito opened "The Scorecard" by discussing the John Deere Classic, which Cronin helps run. After that, they were joined by Dan Hotchkin of Palatine Hills Golf Course. Later, GOLFTEC director of instruction TJ Sullivan joined the show for a conversation. "The Scorecard" is presented by Chicago District Golfer magazine. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Hour 2: In the second hour of "The Scorecard," Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito were joined by Craig DeVrieze, who wrote "Magic Happened," a book about 50 years of golf in the Quad Cities. Later, Andrew Catalon of CBS Sports joined the show to discuss the John Deere Classic, for which he’s anchoring the coverage. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
2:50 – History and struggles of funding the John Deere Classic
6:00 – Bridies for Charity
7:39 - DeVrieze reflecting on past winners of the John Deere Classic
11:18 - Local support behind the John Deere Classic
15:00 – Crowd and player interaction at the John Deere Classic
July 3, 2021
Full Episode
Hour 1: Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito opened "The Scorecard" by highlighting the controversy that Phil Mickelson is fighting related to illegal gambling. After that, they were joined by Kevin O’Regan, who won the 52nd Illinois State Junior Championship at Makray Memorial Golf Club last week. Later, two-time Illinois Women’s Open champion Nicole Jeray joined the show for the Swings Thoughts segment. She’ll compete in the Illinois Women’s Open at Mistwood beginning Tuesday. "The Scorecard" is presented by Chicago District Golfer magazine. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Hour 2: In the second hour of "The Scorecard," Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito were joined by John Deere Classic tournament director Clair Peterson to get an early preview of the event. Later, Kevin Frisch jumped on to discuss the top travel spots to golf in Michigan. He runs a golf public relations firm. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
3:51 – The success of Birdies for Charity, even during 2020
5:50 – The efficient nature of Birdies for Charity organizations
6:56 – Highlights of the 2021 JDC field
8:55 – The JDC’s unique sponsor exemptions, including numerous locals
11:40 – Final preparations in advance of the JDC
13:05 – The status of the JDC’s annual charter to the British Open
15:26 – COVID protocols in place for the British Open charter
16:55 – The JDC’s presence in the July issue of Chicago District Golfer
June 26, 2021
Full Episode
Hour 1: Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito opened "The Scorecard" by recapping Jon Rahm winning an exciting U.S. Open last weekend. After that, Illinois Junior Golf Association executive director Matt Wennmaker joined the show. Later, they were joined by Dave Paeglow, the head pro at Kishwaukee Country Club in DeKalb. "The Scorecard" is presented by Chicago District Golfer magazine. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Hour 2: In the second hour of "The Scorecard," Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito were joined by Tommy Roy of NBC Sports to share an inside look at producing golf tournaments. Later, Dan O’Neil of the Morning Read joined the show. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Hour 1: Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito opened "The Scorecard" by welcoming on Nick Papadakes, who’s the head pro at Onwentsia Club in Lake Forest. Later, the guys conducted their weekly Swing Thoughts segment with Louis Sauer. "The Scorecard" is presented by Chicago District Golfer magazine. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Hour 2: In the second hour of "The Scorecard," Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito were joined by John Iacono, the founder of Zero Friction Golf. Later, Dave Shedloski of Golf Digest joined the show to discuss the U.S. Open. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Hour 1: Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito opened "The Scorecard" with Esposito sharing his story of finally getting out to play golf earlier this week. After that, Northern Illinois golf coach John Carlson joined the show. Later, Illinois Golf Hall of Famer Jim Suttie joined the program for a conversation. "The Scorecard" is presented by Chicago District Golfer magazine. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Hour 2: In the second hour of "The Scorecard," Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito were joined by Tony Dirks of the PGA Tour Superstore. Later, former Bears long snapper and Golf360 host Patrick Mannelly joined the show for a conversation. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Hour 1: Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito opened "The Scorecard" by reflecting on the Evans Scholars Invitational. After that, they were joined by Bob Malpede, the head pro at White Deer Run in Vernon Hills. Later, they welcomed on Joel Hirsch, a member of the Illinois Golf Hall of Fame. "The Scorecard" is presented by Chicago District Golfer magazine. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Hour 2: In the second hour, Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito were joined by Tour Edge founder/CEO David Glod. Later, Korn Ferry Tour player Nick Hardy joined the show to discuss qualifying for PGA Tour status. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Hour 1: Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito opened "The Scorecard" by reflecting on 50-year-old Phil Mickelson winning the PGA Championship. Later, they were joined by Ryan Ochs of Sunset Valley Golf Club and Drew Davison of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram. "The Scorecard" is presented by Chicago District Golfer magazine. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Hour 2: In the second hour, Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito conducted their Swing Thoughts segment, which featured Scott Fawcett, a former tour pro from Dallas. Later, they were joined by Brad Marek, one of two PGA professionals to make the cut at the PGA Championship. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Hour 1: Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito opened "The Scorecard" by discussing the PGA Championship. After that, Tim Troy of Zigfield Troy Golf joined the show for a conversation. Later, they were joined by Jamie Wilson, who received a sponsor exemption from the Western Golf Association to play in the Evans Scholars Invitational at The Glen Club. "The Scorecard" is presented by Chicago District Golfer magazine. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Hour 2: In the second hour, Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito were joined by Dottie Pepper of CBS to discuss the PGA Championship. Later, The Glen Club in Glenview head professional Ethan Roush joined the show for a conversation. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Hour 1: Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito opened "The Scorecard" by welcoming on Ed Stevenson of the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County. Later, golf writer Art Stricklin joined the show to discuss the Byron Nelson tournament taking place this weekend. "The Scorecard" is presented by Chicago District Golfer magazine. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Hour 2: In the second hour, Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito were joined by Roger Warren, who’s president of the Kiawah Island Golf Resort in South Carolina, where the PGA Championship will be held later this week. Later, Illinois PGA Teacher of the Year Dan Kochevar joined the show for a conversation. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Hour 1: Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito opened "The Scorecard" by discussing the Wells Fargo Championship. Later, they were joined by Ron Cassidy of Glenview Park Golf Club and Ron Green Jr. of Global Golf Post. "The Scorecard" is presented by Chicago District Golfer magazine. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Hour 2: In the second hour of "The Scorecard," Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito were joined by Lt. Col. Dan Rooney, who founded the Folds of Honor and American Dunes Golf Course in Grand Haven, Michigan. Later, University of Illinois golf coach Mike Small joined the show to discuss how his Illini have been playing. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Hour 1: Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito opened "The Scorecard" by discussing Cronin’s trip to Florida to observe operations at the Valspar Championship. Later, they welcomed on Ravisloe Country Club general manager Bob Carpenter and Jackson Park Golf Association president and chair Tracy Raoul for conversations. "The Scorecard" is presented by Chicago District Golfer magazine. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Hour 2: In the second hour of "The Scorecard," Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito were joined by Steve Burkowski of the Golf Channel to discuss the Valspar Championship and how Phil Mickelson missed the cut. Later, the guys welcomed on Bill Abrams, who’s the Illinois PGA Teacher of the Year. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Hour 1: Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito opened "The Scorecard" by discussing the ongoing Zurich Classic on the PGA Tour. Later, Chicago District Golf Association senior director of communications Casey Richards joined the show for a conversation. "The Scorecard" is presented by Chicago District Golfer magazine. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Hour 2: In the second hour of "The Scorecard," Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito were joined by golf memorabilia collector Jim McCormick to discuss his vast collection. Later, Rex Hoggard of the Golf Channel joined the show to discuss the latest PGA Tour storylines. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Hour 1: Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito opened "The Scorecard" by recapping Hideki Matsuyama’s win at the Masters last weekend. Later, Chicago District Golf Association senior business development director Mike Gilligan joined the show for a conversation. "The Scorecard" is presented by Chicago District Golfer Magazine. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Hour 2: In the second hour of "The Scorecard," Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito were joined by Bob Turner, the longtime interpreter for Hideki Matsuyama. Turner reflected on Matsuyama’s win at the Masters last weekend. Later, longtime golf reporter Ed Sherman joined the show for a conversation. "The Scorecard" is presented by Chicago District Golfer Magazine. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
3:13 - The moment Sherman knew his prediction was in trouble
4:43 - Sherman’s mea culpa
5:28 - A scolding from Oprah
6:28 - The lasting legacy of an ill-fated prediction
April 10, 2021
Full Episode
Hour 1: "The Scorecard" presented by Chicago District Golfer Magazine with Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito is back for another season. In the first hour of the program’s return, the guys were joined Chris Oehlerking, who’s the director of instruction at the Golf Practice. Later, Chicago District Golf Association executive director Robert Markionni joined the show for a conversation. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN
Hour 2: In the second hour of "The Scorecard," Barry Cronin and Mike Esposito were joined by Bob Harig of ESPN to discuss the Masters, as he’s in Augusta covering the tournament. Later, the guys were joined by a pair of 12-year-old golfers -- Logan Keeter and Reese Wallace -- to discuss what it was like for them to participate in the Drive, Chip & Putt National Finals at Augusta National last Sunday. CLICK HERE TO LISTEN