The Goat Track

Episode 58: Part 2 - 9 holers in South Africa

Part 2: Courses 10 - 1
Join TBag, JDV, Swan, and Ryan as they break down the recently published Top 40 list of 9-hole courses in South Africa. From the dramatic landscapes of the Drakensberg to the arid beauty of the Northern Cape, this list is a celebration of golf in the country's most unexpected and charming small-town settings. 9-hole courses often fly under the radar, but they are packed with character, history, and unique challenges. Whether you're a golf purist or just love a road trip through the countryside, this episode is a smorgasbord of hidden gems and must-visit tracks.

Episode 58: Part 1 - 9 holers in South Africa

Part 1: Courses 40 - 11
Join TBag, JDV, Swan, and Ryan as they break down the recently published Top 40 list of 9-hole courses in South Africa. From the dramatic landscapes of the Drakensberg to the arid beauty of the Northern Cape, this list is a celebration of golf in the country's most unexpected and charming small-town settings. 9-hole courses often fly under the radar, but they are packed with character, history, and unique challenges. Whether you're a golf purist or just love a road trip through the countryside, this episode is a smorgasbord of hidden gems and must-visit tracks.

Episode 57: SA OPEN 2025 WRAP

The 2025 South African Open at Durban Country Club had it all—drama, resilience, and a worthy champion in Dylan Naidoo. We break down an unforgettable week, from the impact of the floods and how the course held up to the Stingers making their presence felt. Plus, we dive into the selection of fan golf attire seen out there, some infrastructure hot takes, and we even manage to squeeze out some golf goals from Hoff. Or de we?
Tune in for all the insights, stories, and a few laughs as we close the chapter on one of SA’s most eventful tournaments.

Episode 56: Luke and Lyle on DCC

Seasoned Sunshine Tour players Luke Jerling and Lyle Rowe give us their brief thoughts on the changes to Durban Country Club and how it will play for the SA Open.

Episode 55: Durban Country Club

The South African Open returns to Durban Country Club for the first time since 2010 and the course has undergone a massive renovation. JDV and T talk through the history of the course, the new burn and why this is still the most important golf course in South Africa.

Episode 54: Golf Goals 2025

New year, same hacks. TBag, Tucky, and JDV kick off 2025 with a bold (and possibly delusional) set of golf goals—because what’s January without a little blind optimism? Before diving into their fresh ambitions, they take a hard look at their 2024 goals… and, well, let’s just say there were some ‘creative interpretations’ of success. From lowering handicaps to chasing dream golf experiences, the boys set the bar high—and immediately start negotiating with reality. Tune in for laughs, inspiration, and at least one resolution that won’t make it past February.

Episode 53: Cotswold Matchplay Win

This week on The GOAT Track, JDV and his brother SDV relive their recent win in the Cotswold Betterball Knockout tournament. They chat about what makes club comps like this so much fun (and frustrating), their journey to the finals, and the highs and lows along the way. From clutch shots to moments they’d rather forget, it’s a laid-back look at their experience on the course.
Expect candid reflections on their best and worst moments, the most controversial calls along the way, and, of course, SDV takes a well-earned detour to discuss the fascinating world of beers brewed by Belgian monks.
Tune in for an episode packed with camaraderie, competition, and a little bit of beer-fueled wisdom.

Episode 52: Glendower Golf Club

In this episode of The Goat Track, the lads take a deep dive into the legendary Glendower Golf Club. Renowned for its rich history and championship pedigree, Glendower has hosted some of South Africa's most prestigious tournaments. From its origins in the 1930s to its stunning parkland layout, we uncover fascinating nuggets about the course's evolution, its iconic holes, and the challenges it presents to players of all levels. Whether you’re a golf history buff or just curious about one of the Sunshine Tour’s favorite venues, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss!
Tune in, and let’s tee off on a journey through Glendower’s storied fairways.

Episode 51: Our favourite 18 holes of 2024

JDv and TBag wrap up the year with a breakdown of their favorite 18-holes played  compilation of 2024. That is a wrap for 2024!

Episode 50: The Africa 100 Adventure

It’s a special milestone for The Goat Track—our 50th episode! To celebrate, we chat with Sarah from Travel Lifestyle Golf about their epic Africa 100 adventure, exploring 100 unique golf courses across Southern and Eastern Africa. From unforgettable moments on the greens to life on the road with Andi the Landy (their trusty Land Rover), Sarah shares it all.
We also dive into some funny stories, like her husband Steve’s close call with a bushmen's arrow and cover the incredible variety of golf courses this region has to offer. This episode is packed with laughs, great tales, and plenty of inspiration for anyone dreaming of their next big adventure.
🎧 Grab a coffee (or a beer) and join us for a journey through Southern and Eastern Africa as we mark this amazing milestone