Mike Purkey

Joined: Aug 4, 2021

Purkey has been writing about all things golf for more than 30 years, working at the highest level at publications such as Golf Magazine and Global Golf Post. He is an avid golfer, with a handicap too low for his ability. Purkey lives in Charlotte, N.C.

Roundtable: Our Writers Discuss Phil Mickelson Saga, Off-Record Interviews, What's Next

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Longtime golf journalists John Hawkins and Mike Purkey, who co-host the Hawk & Purk podcast, also discuss and debate the game’s hottest issues in this weekly

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Press the play button below to hear the latest podcast from longtime golf journalists John Hawkins and Mike Purkey. They are back from a hiatus and wondering

Should the PGA Tour Ban Alcohol Sales at its Events?

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The behavior of some unruly fans have John Hawkins and Mike Purkey wondering if it's time to ban the booze at PGA Tour events.

Should Steve Stricker Pair Bryson and Brooks at the Ryder Cup?

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Longtime golf journalists John Hawkins and Mike Purkey discuss and debate the game’s hottest issues in this weekly commentary. Should U.S. Ryder Cup captain

Do Brooks Koepka and Bryson DeChambeau Need to Hug it Out Before the Ryder Cup?

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Debating the Brooks-Bryson drama and whether Will Zalatoris should have been given a special spot in the FedEx Cup playoffs.

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The gap between the British Open and the Masters has John Hawkins and Mike Purkey wondering if they miss the PGA Championship in August.

Should Phil Mickelson Move to the Ryder Cup Sideline?

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The ol' left-hander has played in 12 Ryder Cups and with varying degrees of results, so does U.S. captain Steve Stricker use one of his picks on the 51-year old?

Who Will Win More Majors: Jordan Spieth or Collin Morikawa?

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Jordan Spieth holds a 3-2 advantage in majors over Collin Morikawa, 24, but this debate boils down to whose game appears better suited for the long haul.