{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Bag Drop: Untold Stories in Golf","title":"How King Collins Dormer Landed Their Dream Job at Royal Dornoch","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/8c3f97f1\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":4286,"description":"In this episode, hosts Matt Considine and Dr. Kevin Moore sit down with renowned golf course architect Rob Collins of King Collins Dormer Design, delving into the proposal and process that won the bid for Royal Dornoch. KCD was selected to design and build two new courses, a par-3 course, and practice facilities at Royal Dornoch. Rob shares personal stories of immersing himself in local Scottish culture, pivotal moments that inspired the ambitious master plan, and the powerful emotions felt when securing such a prestigious project. Highlighting the balance between tradition and innovation, he emphasizes the critical role of community collaboration, stewardship, and the importance of stellar presentation. The hosts also reflect on their recent travels, including memorable experiences in Anguilla and Montgomery, and express excitement for future golfing adventures, notably NewClub's bi-annual International Fixture to England.\r\n\r\nNewClub > https://www.newclub.golf\r\n\r\nTitleist > https://www.titleist.com\r\n\r\nKing Collins Dormer > https://www.kcdgolf.com/\r\n\r\nRoyal Dornoch Master Plan > https://www.kcdgolf.com/royaldornoch\r\n\r\nRoyal Dornoch Membership Presentation > https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mTjSzzd8r6A\r\n\r\nChapters\r\n\r\n00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Hosts\r\n08:07 Introduction of Guest Rob Collins\r\n15:50 The Royal Dornoch Project Announcement\r\n23:51 The Collaborative Approach to Golf Course Design\r\n00:00 Embracing a New Culture\r\n01:32 The Bidding Process and Initial Impressions\r\n03:56 Unlocking the Vision: The Ridge Line Discovery\r\n08:46 The Power of Presentation\r\n12:57 The Magical Round: A Personal Connection\r\n16:41 Honoring Tradition While Innovating\r\n20:50 Community Engagement and Support\r\n25:07 Project Timeline and Future Prospects\r\n27:50 Leveraging Past Experiences for Future Success\r\n32:36 Looking Ahead: Future Projects and Aspirations","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/UTWF4LINKJxQLEH-r1aPYxPmlXn5V5SbcsdRGBvWeuk/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9iNTEx/NjJmODg0OWI2ZGU5/NmZlMDBhMDljZDFh/YmNkYi5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}