The Golf Guy Podcast — Matt Pringle, Managing Director, USGA Green Section

Matt Pringle joined the USGA nearly 25 years ago after getting his doctorate in mechanical engineering. He spent 19+ years in the technical/equipment regulation area, and for the last 5+ years he has been the managing director of the USGA Green Section. We talk with Matt about the various equipment issues he has grappled with, the USGA’s general approach to equipment regulation, and the important and extensive work that the USGA Green Section does to foster better playing conditions for better golf. We also take a look ahead and get Matt’s thoughts on the challenges facing the game.