No Laying Up - Golf Podcast 1072: Justin Hueber on reinstated ams + Weekly Recap
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Sep 22, 2025 Justin Hueber, a former professional golfer turned reinstated amateur, shares insights on his journey back to amateur status after hip surgery. He recounts his thrilling run at the U.S. Mid-Am, including dramatic match play comebacks and challenges faced during qualifiers. The conversation also dives into the ongoing debate about reinstated amateurs in golf. Additionally, listeners get a recap of Michael Kim's recent victory and some pre-Ryder Cup buzz featuring Bryson and Rory.
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Plan For The Reinstatement Limbo
- If you apply for reinstatement, expect a limbo period where you can play mixed events but cannot accept pro prizes or pro shop credits.
- Plan financially and competitively for several years of restricted eligibility during the waiting term.
Qualifying In Hot Desert Conditions
- Hueber qualified for the Mid‑Am via a hot, chaotic local qualifier, surviving a playoff after losing and reloading provisional balls in desert golf.
- He burned through golf balls, hit many provisionals, and advanced despite not practicing much that year.
Epic Comeback In Match Play
- In match play Hueber trailed 5 down but staged a comeback, winning multiple holes including a bunker up‑and‑down to stay alive.
- The adrenaline rush he felt in match play exceeded his pro experiences and reminded him why he loved competitive golf.