Paige Mackenzie’s life has always been defined by a deep connection to the game of golf. From a standout amateur career at the University of Washington to a gruelling but rewarding decade competing as a touring professional on the LPGA Tour, she has faced the ultimate highs and lows of elite sport.
Today, Paige Mackenzie is widely recognised as one of broadcasting’s sharpest mind-analysts on Golf Channel and NBC, seamlessly breaking down complex swing mechanics and analytical trends for fans worldwide.
We sat down with the proud Washingtonian to discuss her transition to the studio, the dynamic of having her brother on the bag at the US Women’s Open, and her insightful views on how to better market, broadcast, and grow the women’s game
You’ve had quite a journey from a top-ranked amateur to a pro career, and now a successful broadcaster. When you reflect on that transition, what comes to mind?
The brief answer is that I’m really happy to have gone through everything required in professional golf to end up exactly where I am today. Professional golf is not always awesome; it is incredibly hard. I went through back surgery, suffered multiple injuries, and dealt with the mental frustration of banging my head against the wall trying to get better without seeing the results on the leaderboard.
But I landed in a place I absolutely love. I thrive on being part of a team, and every television show I do is a massive team effort. I vividly remember watching an old Feherty episode where someone asked David a similar question. He said he felt like he played professional golf just to get to his broadcasting career. In a lot of respects, I feel the exact same way. I learned a lot of tough lessons along the way, and I’m just glad I can use that accumulated knowledge in my post-playing career.
Paige Mackenzie hits a tee shot during the 2013 Kraft Nabisco Championship
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Do you still play recreationally?
I do. My husband, Jonathan Boyd, and I play quite a bit of couples’ golf at our home club, Silverleaf in Scottsdale. The only problem is we can’t officially win any of the club events because I don’t currently hold an active handicap!
Is your husband a good player? Did you…
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