266: Ryder Cup Preview with John Wood | Team USA Strategy & Bethpage Atmosphere
266: Ryder Cup Preview with John Wood | Team USA Strategy & Bethpage Atmosphere  
Podcast: The Smylie Show
Published On: Mon Sep 22 2025
Description: It’s Ryder Cup week, and Smylie Kaufman and Charlie Hulme are fired up for Bethpage. The episode kicks off with Ryder Cup talk — from Rory McIlroy’s bold comments to what makes the New York fan environment unique — before welcoming Team USA manager John Wood.Wood shares incredible insights from his Ryder Cup experience as a caddie, broadcaster, and now team manager. He breaks down Keegan Bradley’s leadership, Team USA’s prep at Napa, course setup at Bethpage Black, and what it takes to build winning pairings.Smylie and Charlie close things out with DraftKings odds, predictions, and storylines to watch heading into the week.👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more Ryder Cup coverage all week long.CHAPTERS0:00 – Welcome to Ryder Cup week2:15 – Ryder Cup atmosphere & first-timer advice6:00 – Rory McIlroy’s bold quotes and Europe’s mindset12:00 – Rivalries, trash talk & potential drama at Bethpage16:00 – Dream Sunday matchups: Rory vs. Scottie or Bryson?22:00 – Interview intro: Smylie welcomes Team USA manager John Wood23:50 – John Wood on Ryder Cup evolution & team dynamics32:00 – Keegan Bradley’s captaincy and Bethpage connection38:00 – Scotty Scheffler’s dominance & Ben Griffin’s rise44:30 – Team prep at Napa & importance of chemistry46:30 – Smylie & Charlie break down Ryder Cup betting lines52:00 – Top point-scorer odds & player analysis59:00 – Predictions, parlays & Ryder Cup storylines1:05:00 – Closing thoughts & next episode preview#golf #rydercup #pgatour #bethpage #smylie #smylieshowBig thanks to AHEAD for their support! Check them out here: https://www.ahead.com/Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app! New customers use code SMYLIE to score $200 in bonus bets when you place your $5 bet!Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. In New York, call 8778-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). In Connecticut, help is available for problem gambling. Call (888-789-7777) or visit CCPG dot org. Please play responsibly. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino and Resort (Kansas). Twenty-one plus; age and eligibility varies by jurisdiction. Void in Ontario. Bet must win to receive reward. Minimum (-500) odds required. Bonus bets expire 168 hours after issuance. For additional terms and responsible gaming resources, see DKNG.co/audio