# Making a Championship: Inside the Alabama Open with Wade Dockery

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Podcast: [The Cart Barn Podcast](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-cart-barn-podcast-7010889)
Published: 2026-07-15T13:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

What does it really take to build a championship golf tournament? Tournament Director Wade Dockery of the Alabama–Northwest Florida PGA Section takes Chris Lemley and Gregg DeWalt behind the scenes of the Alabama Open, revealing what most golfers never get to see. From preparing the golf course and building the purse to attracting the region's top professionals and amateurs, Wade explains what it takes to stage one of the South's premier state championships. The conversation also explores the rich history of the Alabama Open, its partnership with the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail, and the champions who have shaped its legacy, including Steve Lowery, Spike McRoy, Tom Lovelady, Wes Tuck, Todd Bailey, Lee Williams, Ian Steele, and many others. Whether you've competed in a State Open, dreamed of playing in one, or simply love championship golf, this episode offers a rare look inside what it takes to build a tournament worthy of its champions. Every golfer has a story worth preserving. Thanks for letting us help preserve yours.

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