U.S. Women's Open Halfway Episode: Mao Surges, Nelly Lurks, Charley Sits, and Cones on the Range

I have proximity to thank as the main reason I became interested in golf. The street I grew up on backed up to the parking lot of a golf course, so I tossed my bag over my shoulder and made the short trek to the course most summer evenings. After falling away from golf post-college, the early days of Fried Egg helped reignite my interest in the game. It was a thrill to start writing and helping out with odd jobs back then, and I still feel that same excitement today whether I'm planning and designing the latest merchandise collection or writing and talking about the world of women's golf.

Matthew Galloway is a former LPGA Tour caddie who gained experience working alongside professional golfers before transitioning to hosting "The Mixed Bag," a podcast where he shares insights about golf and interviews industry personalities. His unique perspective from inside the ropes has allowed him to build a following among golf enthusiasts who appreciate his firsthand knowledge of the professional game.