Jay Delsing: PGA Tour Veteran & Host on Golf, Grit, and Life Lessons
- Growing up on public courses and being “shuttled” by family to the golf club
- Golf as both escape and ambition with limited resources
Podcast
Overview
Welcome to another insightful episode of The Brand Called You, where host Ashutosh Garg sits down with Jay Delsing—PGA Tour veteran, author, and nationally syndicated host of Golf with Jay Delsing.
In this episode, Jay shares his remarkable journey from the public golf courses of St. Louis to the elite world of professional golf. The conversation explores integrity on and off the course, lessons learned from legendary players, and the personal values that shaped Jay’s life and career.
Below is a structured, question-based summary with key takeaways and timestamps for easy navigation.
00:01:05 – What first drew Jay Delsing to golf?
- Growing up on public courses and being “shuttled” by family to the golf club
- Golf as both escape and ambition with limited resources
- Influence of his father, a former professional baseball player
00:03:14 – Who were Jay’s early mentors?
- His father’s focus on wisdom over intellect
- Lessons on simplicity, presence, and accountability
00:06:08 – What was it like earning a PGA Tour card in 1984?
- The pressure of a grueling six-round qualifying school
- No alternative tours—PGA Tour or nothing
- Practicing alongside legends like Tom Watson and Curtis Strange
00:07:58 – What moments defined Jay the most on tour?
- Learning more from setbacks than victories
- Stories of humility, resilience, and perspective
- Meaningful moments traveling with his daughters
00:11:06 – Why does integrity matter so much in golf?
- Calling penalties on yourself as a life principle
- How dishonesty affects peace of mind and performance
[00:13:13] – Why does Golf with Jay Delsing connect with listeners?
- Focus on storytelling over technical instruction
- Golf’s power to build relationships and change lives
- Conversations with legends like Jack Nicklaus
00:16:18 – Encounters with golf legends that left an impact
- Arnold Palmer’s lesson on respect and humility
- Lifelong habits shaped by legendary role models
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Learn more about Jay Delsing: LinkedIn
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- Growing up on public courses and being “shuttled” by family to the golf club
- Golf as both escape and ambition with limited resources
- Influence of his father, a former professional baseball player
