Jack Dougherty

Jack Dougherty has been writing professionally since 2015, contributing to publications such as GoPSUSports.com, Centre Daily Times, Associated Press, and Sportscasting.com. He also spent more than a year working at a casino sportsbook, where he learned the ins and outs of the betting world and witnessed the grave mistakes casual bettors make every day. Now, Jack wants to use his expertise and experience in the industry to make you a more disciplined and more profitable bettor.

EXPERTISE:

Golf, Sports Betting, Philadelphia Eagles, Philadelphia 76ers, Philadelphia Phillies

Twitter/X: @jackdoc13

February 16, 2024 | Golf

Tiger Woods withdraws from Genesis Invitational for a curious reason

Tiger Woods' return is over.

February 16, 2024 | Golf

PGA Tour raising profile of YouTube golfers even more

YouTube golf is growing faster than anyone could have predicted, and the PGA Tour is starting to take notice.

February 16, 2024 | Golf

Golf futures: A pair of major championship bets

The first major championship of the 2024 PGA Tour season isn't until April, but it's never too early to start thinking about golf futures.

February 16, 2024 | Golf

Watch: Will Zalatoris makes majestic hole-in-one at The Genesis Invitational

We, unfortunately, didn't get to see a hole-in-one on the 16th hole at the WM Phoenix Open last week, but Will Zalatoris just provided some tee-shot fireworks a week later.

February 16, 2024 | NBA

Look of the Day for Friday, Feb. 16: Nova hits the over

UCLA held on late to knock off Colorado and cash our Thursday Look of the Day. The win brings us to 2-2 on the week with one last chance to squeeze out a profit.

February 15, 2024 | Golf

Grading Tiger Woods' first round in 2024 PGA Tour debut

Let's recap Woods' first competitive round of 2024 and grade aspects of his game.

February 15, 2024 | Golf

Who is Tiger Woods' new caddie, Lance Bennett?

When you tune in to The Genesis Invitational this week to watch Tiger Woods return to the golf course, you're going to notice a few differences about his look.

February 15, 2024 | College Basketball

Look of the Day for Thursday, Feb. 15: Ride the hot Bruins

In typical Look of the Day fashion, Evan Mobley finished with nine rebounds on Wednesday night to fall one short of his over. The bad breaks keep on coming, but that won't stop us from firing every day.

February 14, 2024 | Golf

The chaotic 10th hole at Riviera Country Club is the best drivable par 4 in golf

Every golf course on earth should feature a drivable par 4. There's nothing quite like the risk-reward element of a short hole that can concede eagles and double bogeys at a similar rate.

February 14, 2024 | Golf

Tiger Woods' new threads won't be his only makeover for The Genesis Invitational

The PGA Tour returns to the iconic Riviera Country Club this week for The Genesis Invitational, and the signature event also signals the return of Tiger Woods.

February 14, 2024 | Golf

Golf best bets: 3 props for The Genesis Invitational

The West Coast Swing on the PGA Tour comes to a close this week with The Genesis Invitational at Riviera Country Club. Now Yardbarker's Jack Dougherty shifts his focus to prop bets.

February 14, 2024 | NBA

Look of the Day for Wednesday, Feb. 14: With Evan, we're in heaven

The Milwaukee Bucks put up a dud against the Miami Heat on Tuesday night to spoil our Look of the Day winning streak. Let's start a new streak on Wednesday night with our favorite player prop in the NBA.

February 14, 2024 | NBA

Let's keep the parlay party going

Our very own Griffin Carroll cashed his +254 steals parlay for the people on Tuesday, and we'll be looking to follow up that performance with a parlay winner of our own.

February 13, 2024 | Golf

Rickie Fowler in danger of slipping into a career spiral

It's been a rough few months for Rickie Fowler on the golf course.

February 13, 2024 | Golf

Tiger Woods misses a gimme with his confusing new brand

For the first time in 27 years, Tiger Woods will not be donning Nike in a PGA Tour event.

February 13, 2024 | Golf

Golf best bets: Long shots to target at the Genesis Invitational

Targeting long shots on the PGA Tour has been quite fruitful to start the season. YB's Jack Dougherty says let's keep it rolling and see if we can't nail a long-shot winner for this week's Genesis Invitational at Riviera Country Club.

February 13, 2024 | NBA

Look of the Day for Tuesday, Feb. 13: Bucks to jump on Heat early

There's nothing better than hitting a sweat-free winner to start the week, and that's exactly what Texas Tech gave us with a 79-50 thrashing over Kansas. Let's keep the good times rolling with our favorite NBA bet for Tuesday night's slate.

February 12, 2024 | Golf

'Crossed the line': Rowdy WM Phoenix Open needs fixing

PGA Tour players sign up for the Waste Management Phoenix Open because it's a refreshing change of pace from the typical event on the schedule. The loose atmosphere allows players to get away from the grind of a full PGA Tour season and have fun with the rowdiest crowd in golf.

February 12, 2024 | Golf

Golf best bets: Outright picks for the Genesis Invitational

The PGA Tour closes out the West Coast Swing this week with the Genesis Invitational from Riviera Country Club, and a familiar face is headlining the field.

February 12, 2024

Look of the Day for Monday, Feb. 12: A crucial Big 12 matchup

We sadly waved goodbye to the 2023-24 NFL season on Sunday night, so we'll need to find somewhere else to get our betting fix. After a 3-2 week in our Look of the Day series, let's start off the new week with our favorite college basketball play for Monday's slate.