For anyone who’s followed Paige Spiranac’s journey, golf for her hasn’t just been about the game. It’s been a path to rediscovery, once a rising star with professional aspirations. But Spiranac’s relationship with golf has been anything but smooth. And now, as she takes on a new role, she reflects on what it really takes, and what it sometimes costs, to chase greatness on the course.

In a recent Golf Channel segment during the Grass League 2025 Summer Grind, which was held at Goat Hill Park in Oceanside on September 18th, Spiranac opened up about the often hidden emotional cost of pursuing golf at the highest level. Sitting down as both a host of the new league and a former elite competitor, she didn’t hold back. “Golf is such an interesting sport,” she began, “but competitive golf is a completely different animal.” Spiranac then candidly spoke about the “scar tissue and PTSD from playing competitively,” that many players have faced, and something that she also struggled with.

Paige Spiranac then explained the brutal truth — “In junior golf, you’re playing for a full-ride scholarship. In college, you’re representing your university. In pro, you’re playing for your life.” That kind of pressure doesn’t just affect your swing. It seeps into your identity, your self-worth, and your future. She then went on to add that while most “love golf more than anything” a lot of people, including herself, have had to make the choice. “Do I want to give up this dream that I put everything into – blood, sweat, and tears, so many hours of my life, or do I need to get a job that is more financially stable?” Spiranac reflected.

She, too, had to make the choice—to walk away from the dream she’d poured her life into or keep chasing something that was slowly breaking her. Back in 2016, when Spiranac attempted to break into professional golf, the pressure became overwhelming. The mental strain, the constant judgment, and the weight of the unmet expectations took a toll on her. “I felt like a loser and a quitter at the time,” she admitted just a few days ago. It was a painful decision for her, but one that ultimately led her towards a better career.

These moments of honesty from Spiranac are so different from the curated glamor of her usual content and something we don’t usually see. Her words resonated because it’s a reality many athletes face but rarely talk about: the silent burnout, the anxiety, the question of self-worth when the dream doesn’t go as planned. And now, through her new role in The Grass League, Spiranac is not only talking about it, she’s building something better.

Paige Spiranac wants to revolutionize Golf through The Grass League

In July, Paige Spiranac officially announced her new role with The Grass League, the first-ever high-stakes par-3 golf series, stepping into a position that blends her passion for golf with her knack for connecting with fans. Moving beyond her identity as a former player, she has embraced a strategic front-office role. But Spiranac isn’t just working behind the scenes; she’s also grabbing the mic as an on-course reporter, bringing her signature energy and insight to live events.

Beyond the broadcast booth, she leads the league’s digital content strategy, shaping the brand and building stronger connections with fans across social platforms. Her passion for this new venture was clear when she was quick to admit that she was “born to do this.” From the moment she announced her involvement, Spiranac made it clear that The Grass League is more than just a job—it’s a movement pushing golf into an exciting new era.

Designed as the first professional par-3 team league, The Grass League breaks away from traditional 18-hole formats in favor of short, fast-paced matches that keep the energy high and the excitement constant. By helping lead this innovative, high-stakes par-3 series, she’s creating a space where competition feels joyful again. She’s not just reporting or creating content; she’s helping build a new kind of space where players who once walked away from the game can return without the crushing weight of expectation.