A down-on-his-luck pro golfer played by Owen Wilson spots a teenage phenom and decides to coach him to greatness in the Apple TV+ comedy “Stick.” A few decades back, in the 80

Apple TV+'s new comedy, starring Owen Wilson as a washed-up golfer who mentors a teenage phenom, may remind viewers of "Ted Lasso."

The affable Apple TV+ comedy “Stick” is a showcase for two things: the shaggy-dog charms of star and executive producer Owen Wilson, and the sport of golf. The latter is well-timed, given a recent spate of Hollywood projects and real-life developments that have nudged the traditionally staid,