Owen Wilson’s Golf Dramedy Stick Season 2 Review: Why It Barely Makes Golf Matter
Pryce takes another swing
After a public meltdown damaged his reputation, Pryce stepped away from playing and focused on mentoring Santi. In the new season, he begins using his own clubs again and sees how his reluctance to accept his past success connects to his difficulty committing to life beyond golf.
Mitts, Pryce’s former caddie, and Amanda, his former partner and golf coach, encourage him as he pursues a chance to become the oldest PGA player to win a major championship. The story continues to link his golf career with his emotional health and his tendency to put Santi’s needs ahead of his own.
Familiar faces shift roles
Clark Ross, the season 1 antagonist played by Timothy Olyphant, returns as an ally and a source of motivation for Pryce. The change is unusual, but his larger role gives the series a boost.
John Higgins joins as Santi’s agent, offering a glimpse of the business around celebrity golf. The series introduces that world without developing it in much depth.
Golf takes a back seat
The show keeps its gentle, feel-good tone, but golf often serves as a backdrop rather than a central source of drama. Santi’s tournaments and Pryce’s training return the story to the sport, yet both men’s pursuits are framed mainly as searches for fulfillment.
Santi’s progress can feel like a string of shallow scenes from a sports video game, rather than a fully developed character journey. The sports elements also seem interchangeable with hockey or baseball, which may disappoint viewers looking for a distinctive golf story.
Easy viewing, limited impact
The cast performs strongly, with Rhea Seehorn bringing particular authenticity. But the writing offers few fresh conflicts or emotional turns, while the family drama often lacks tension and humor.
The plot is simple to follow, and the series offers a wholesome half-hour watch. The reviewer recommends waiting to binge all ten episodes when they become available in December, rather than expecting a show that builds enough appeal to follow weekly.
Key points
- Season 2 begins November 4, 2026, with a two-part premiere.
- Pryce returns to playing while continuing to mentor Santi Wheeler.
- Rhea Seehorn’s performance stands out, but the writing feels underdeveloped.
- The reviewer recommends waiting to binge all ten episodes in December.