A Touch of Class

A Touch of Class is an Irish golf podcast that loves a wander. Hosted by Will Griffith, the show dives into the stories, journeys, and characters that make Irish golf what it is. No scripts, just honest conversations, detours worth taking, and the people who shape the game.

Each episode features players, coaches, caddies, amateurs, pros, and the personalities who give Irish golf its character. From Irish amateur golf and the Irish Amateur Championship to life on tour, coaching, player development, and the game behind the game, A Touch of Class brings you closer to the people and moments that matter.

The podcast also shines a light on Ireland’s great inter‑club traditions — Senior Cup, Barton Shield, Jimmy Bruen, Pierce Purcell, and the All‑Ireland club champions who have shaped the competitive landscape of Irish golf.

If you love Irish golf, great stories, and the feeling of going for a wander and seeing where you end up, this is your podcast.

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Paul McBride – Irish Professional, Walker Cup Player & Wake Forest Standout | A Touch of Class Podcast

April 14, 2026 • Will Griffith

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In this episode of A Touch of Class, Will Griffith sits down with Malahide’s own Paul McBride - Irish professional golfer, 2017 Walker Cup player, and standout collegiate star from Wake Forest University.

Paul reflects on his multi‑sport childhood, winning Dublin schools titles in hurling before committing fully to golf and developing his game at The Island Golf Club, where he learned the links skills that shaped his career. He talks about his journey to Wake Forest University, rooming and competing alongside future PGA Tour stars Cameron Young and Will Zalatoris, and winning multiple collegiate events as part of one of the strongest teams in U.S. college golf.

Paul also revisits his elite amateur years, including reaching the semi‑final of the 2016 British Amateur (losing to Robert MacIntyre) and earning selection for the 2017 Walker Cup, where he secured a memorable foursomes point against his college teammate Zalatoris.

Now a professional, Paul discusses his progress on tour, including multiple top‑10 finishes, a strong start to 2026, and his ambition to secure full status on the HotelPlanner Tour for next season.

Topics Covered:

Growing up in Malahide and early sporting success
Developing his game at The Island Golf Club
Life at Wake Forest with Cameron Young & Will Zalatoris
Reaching the 2016 British Amateur semi‑final
Representing GB&I in the 2017 Walker Cup
Transitioning to professional golf
Early top‑10 finishes and goals for 2026

If you enjoy stories of Irish professionals, elite amateur pathways, and the realities of life on tour, this episode is one you’ll enjoy.