5.6.26 Truist Championship, Bill Rogers, Lucas Glover, Steve Smith Sr., Jonathan Stewart & More 5 Clubs

Gary Williams opens this edition of 5 Clubs from Quail Hollow Club with a deep look at the Truist Championship, highlighting firm and fast course conditions, the strategic challenge facing players, and the broader significance of the event’s return to Charlotte. He also reflects on the unveiling of Charlie Sifford’s statue and what it represents for the game’s history, while diving into the evolving landscape of professional golf, including Jon Rahm and Bryson DeChambeau’s latest comments and what they signal about the ongoing tension between LIV Golf and the PGA TOUR. Bill Rogers, CEO of Truist, joins to discuss the company’s landmark investment in the PGA TOUR and the Truist Championship. He shares insight into why the partnership goes beyond sponsorship, how it impacts the Charlotte community year-round, and what success looks like for fans, players, and stakeholders alike. Lucas Glover, U.S. Open champion and PGA TOUR Player Advisory Council chairman, offers a candid perspective on both his game and the state of professional golf. He reflects on his past win at Quail Hollow, breaks down the challenges of the course, and provides thoughtful insight into TOUR governance, player perspectives, and the path forward amid ongoing changes in the sport. Adam Sperling, executive director of the Truist Championship, explains what sets a Signature Series event apart and how organizers balance player expectations with sponsor goals. He details the effort to create a premier fan experience while maintaining the tournament’s legacy and deep ties to the Charlotte community. Taylor Zarzour, PGA TOUR Radio host and Charlotte resident, joins to provide local insight and broadcast perspective on the Truist Championship. He discusses the atmosphere around Quail Hollow, how the course conditions could shape scoring, and what storylines fans should be watching as the week unfolds. Steve Smith Sr., former Carolina Panthers wide receiver, and Jonathan Stewart, former Carolina Panthers running back, bring energy and personality as they talk about their connection to golf, competing in the pro-am, and what it means to be part of a major golf event in a city they still call home. 5 Clubs airs on Golf Channel and SiriusXM PGA TOUR Radio (Channel 92).

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5.6.26 Truist Championship, Bill Rogers, Lucas Glover, Steve Smith Sr., Jonathan Stewart & More 5 Clubs is an episode from Five Clubs by James McCoy.

This episode is 01:32:43 long.

This episode was published on May 6, 2026.

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