Ep 196:What the PGA Tour Is Really Like with Pro Golfer Jay Delsing: The Grind, the Glory, and Lessons for Parents of Young Athletes
Tue Feb 03 2026
This episode of Sports ’N Torts marks a milestone for the show as host Joshua Stein welcomes his first-ever PGA Tour golfer, Jay Delsing, for a wide-ranging and unforgettable conversation about life inside the ropes of professional golf.
Jay spent more than three decades competing at the highest level, playing in over 500 PGA Tour events and grinding it out week after week against the best players in the world. In this candid discussion, Jay pulls back the curtain on what tour life was really like—before private jets, entourages, and fitness trailers became the norm.
From growing up with limited resources in St. Louis to caddying his way into the game, Jay shares how golf became his path forward. He recounts surreal moments like playing Bel-Air Country Club with Sean Connery, being introduced to Steven Spielberg and George Lucas, getting corrected by Arnold Palmer for wearing a hat indoors, and making a hole-in-one at the famed TPC Scottsdale 16th hole amid a deafening stadium crowd.
The conversation also dives into Jay’s transition after competitive golf—into broadcasting, podcasting, and writing his acclaimed memoir You Wouldn’t Believe Me If I Told You. Along the way, he offers timeless insights on confidence, mental toughness, putting under pressure (including a legendary stretch where he putted with his eyes closed), and how golf uniquely prepares young people for life.
For golf fans, parents, and anyone fascinated by elite performance, this episode is a rare, behind-the-scenes look at professional golf from someone who lived it—and lived to tell some incredible stories.
⛳ Episode Show NotesGuest: Jay Delsing
Host: Joshua Stein
Podcast: Sports ’N Torts
Presented by: The J. Stein Law Firm
In This Episode:🎉 A Sports ’N Torts milestone: welcoming the show’s first PGA Tour golferJay’s journey from a modest upbringing in St. Louis to elite professional golfLife as a touring pro before today’s modern training teams and luxury travelThe grind of making cuts, surviving Q-School, and staying competitive for decadesPlaying golf with Sean Connery—and the unexpected introductions that followedA memorable lesson in respect from Arnold Palmer at Bay HillWhat separates legends like Jack Nicklaus, Tiger Woods, and Arnold PalmerWhy mental toughness—not talent alone—defines the greatest playersJay’s incredible story of putting with his eyes closed during tournament playThe evolution of golf fitness, equipment, and preparation over the yearsFavorite tour stops, iconic courses, and unforgettable moments (Pebble Beach, Riviera, St. Andrews, TPC Scottsdale)Thoughts on Ryder Cup struggles and the mental edge of international playersTransitioning from PGA Tour golf to broadcasting, podcasting, and authorshipWhy golf is one of the best sports for building confidence, discipline, and life skills
Mentioned in the Episode:You Wouldn’t Believe Me If I Told You — Jay Delsing’s memoirGolf with Jay Delsing — Jay’s podcast and nationally syndicated radio show
Where to Find Jay Delsing:📘 Book: You Wouldn’t Believe Me If I Told You (Amazon & Mascot Books)🎧 Podcast: Golf with Jay Delsing (Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms)🌐 Website: jaydelsinggolf.com
As always, this episode is powered by the J. Stein Law Firm - a personal injury law firm in Atlanta, GA - www.jsteinlawfirm.com
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This episode of Sports ’N Torts marks a milestone for the show as host Joshua Stein welcomes his first-ever PGA Tour golfer, Jay Delsing, for a wide-ranging and unforgettable conversation about life inside the ropes of professional golf. Jay spent more than three decades competing at the highest level, playing in over 500 PGA Tour events and grinding it out week after week against the best players in the world. In this candid discussion, Jay pulls back the curtain on what tour life was really like—before private jets, entourages, and fitness trailers became the norm. From growing up with limited resources in St. Louis to caddying his way into the game, Jay shares how golf became his path forward. He recounts surreal moments like playing Bel-Air Country Club with Sean Connery, being introduced to Steven Spielberg and George Lucas, getting corrected by Arnold Palmer for wearing a hat indoors, and making a hole-in-one at the famed TPC Scottsdale 16th hole amid a deafening stadium crowd. The conversation also dives into Jay’s transition after competitive golf—into broadcasting, podcasting, and writing his acclaimed memoir You Wouldn’t Believe Me If I Told You. Along the way, he offers timeless insights on confidence, mental toughness, putting under pressure (including a legendary stretch where he putted with his eyes closed), and how golf uniquely prepares young people for life. For golf fans, parents, and anyone fascinated by elite performance, this episode is a rare, behind-the-scenes look at professional golf from someone who lived it—and lived to tell some incredible stories. ⛳ Episode Show NotesGuest: Jay Delsing Host: Joshua Stein Podcast: Sports ’N Torts Presented by: The J. Stein Law Firm In This Episode:🎉 A Sports ’N Torts milestone: welcoming the show’s first PGA Tour golferJay’s journey from a modest upbringing in St. Louis to elite professional golfLife as a touring pro before today’s modern training teams and luxury travelThe grind of making cuts, surviving Q-School, and staying competitive for decadesPlaying golf with Sean Connery—and the unexpected introductions that followedA memorable lesson in respect from Arnold Palmer at Bay HillWhat separates legends like Jack Nicklaus, Tiger Woods, and Arnold PalmerWhy mental toughness—not talent alone—defines the greatest playersJay’s incredible story of putting with his eyes closed during tournament playThe evolution of golf fitness, equipment, and preparation over the yearsFavorite tour stops, iconic courses, and unforgettable moments (Pebble Beach, Riviera, St. Andrews, TPC Scottsdale)Thoughts on Ryder Cup struggles and the mental edge of international playersTransitioning from PGA Tour golf to broadcasting, podcasting, and authorshipWhy golf is one of the best sports for building confidence, discipline, and life skills Mentioned in the Episode:You Wouldn’t Believe Me If I Told You — Jay Delsing’s memoirGolf with Jay Delsing — Jay’s podcast and nationally syndicated radio show Where to Find Jay Delsing:📘 Book: You Wouldn’t Believe Me If I Told You (Amazon & Mascot Books)🎧 Podcast: Golf with Jay Delsing (Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and all major platforms)🌐 Website: jaydelsinggolf.com As always, this episode is powered by the J. Stein Law Firm - a personal injury law firm in Atlanta, GA - www.jsteinlawfirm.com