Spencer Lanoue

Spencer has been playing golf since he was a kid and has spent a lifetime chasing improvement. With over a decade of experience building successful tech products, he combined his love for golf and startups to create Caddie AI - the world's best AI golf app. Giving everyone an expert level coach in your pocket, available 24/7. Caddie's mission is simple: make world-class golf advice accessible to everyone, anytime.

Latest articles

What Is Before an Eagle in Golf?

In golf, the score that comes directly before an eagle is a birdie. Making an eagle means you’ve finished a hole in two strokes under par, while a birdie is one stroke under par, making it the more common and highly celebrated achievement for most golfers. This article will not only give you the simple answer but will also break down the entire scoring system in golf, explaining how birdies and eagles are made and providing practical tips to help you start scoring them yourself.

What Does Yelling Fore Mean in Golf?

A loud shout of Fore! echoes across the golf course, and instinctively, golfers duck for cover. It's one of the most recognized sounds in the game, but for many, its origins and proper use can be a bit of a mystery. This guide will walk you through exactly what Fore! means, when and how to use it, and what to do when you hear it, turning you into a safer, more considerate player on the course.

Tips on How to Control Your Golf Distance

Nothing in golf feels quite as good as flushing an iron, watching it soar towards the flag, only to feel the sting of frustration as it flies 15 yards over the green. It’s the same feeling when a perfectly struck wedge comes up heartbreakingly short, leaving you with another tricky chip. Controlling your golf distance isn't just about hitting the ball farther, it's about hitting it a predictable, repeatable distance, every single time. This guide will walk you through the practical, actionable systems I use with golfers to help them gain total control over their yardages, so they can spend less time guessing and more time hitting greens.

How to Find the Right Golf Ball

Choosing a golf ball shouldn't feel like a lottery, yet most players just grab whatever's on sale or what the pros use. Your golf ball is the only piece of equipment you use on every single shot, and finding the one that perfectly complements your game can directly lead to lower scores. This guide will walk you through a simple, effective process for identifying the ideal golf ball for your swing, from understanding its inner workings to testing it where it counts - on the course.

How to Finish a Golf Swing

A balanced, athletic-looking finish isn't just something the pros do for the TV cameras, it's the signature of a well-executed golf swing. Think of it less as the end of the motion and more as the result of everything that came before it. This guide will walk you through the key components of a solid golf finish, explaining not just what to do, but why it helps you hit better, more consistent shots.

How to Measure for Golf Club Fitting

Playing with golf clubs that don't fit your body is like running a marathon in shoes that are two sizes too big - you might finish, but it’s not going to be comfortable or pretty. Taking a few simple measurements at home gives you a powerful head start in understanding what a properly fitted club feels like. This guide will walk you through exactly how to measure yourself for the key aspects of a golf club fitting, empowering you to make smarter equipment choices.

How to Golf for Dummies

Thinking about picking up golf can often feel overwhelming, but the basic swing is much simpler than you might believe. Forget the complicated theories you've heard, a good golf swing is built on a few core fundamentals that anyone can learn. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know, from holding the club correctly to finishing your swing with confidence, all in a way that feels less like a textbook and more like a friendly chat with a coach.

How to Fit Golf Clubs to Your Height

Playing with clubs that don't match your body can feel like wearing shoes that are two sizes too small. You can make it work for a little while, but you’ll feel awkward, and your performance will undoubtedly suffer. This guide will walk you through exactly how to determine if your clubs are the right length using simple static measurements you can perform right at home. We'll show you what those measurements mean and what to do with the information to build a more comfortable and consistent golf swing.

How to Hit Higher Golf Shots

Struggling to get your golf shots up in the air is a common frustration, but it often comes down to a few simple misunderstandings about what makes the ball launch. Trying to actively lift the ball into the air almost always has the opposite effect, resulting in thin, low-flying shots that don't hold the green. This guide will walk you through the real physics behind a high ball flight and provide clear, actionable steps for your setup and swing to start launching your shots high and landing them softly.

How to Use Each Golf Club

Walking up to your golf bag and seeing 14 different clubs can be overwhelming, but each one has a specific job designed to make the game easier. Understanding the purpose of each club is the first step toward simplifying your decisions on the course and playing with more confidence. This guide will walk you through your entire golf bag, explaining the role of each club and providing practical advice on how to use it effectively.

How to Aim Golf Irons

Nailing your iron shots directly at the flag starts long before you ever swing the club. The real secret to laser-like accuracy is in a sound setup, and it's a skill you can master with a simple, repeatable process. This guide will walk you step-by-step through how to aim your golf irons like a seasoned pro, breaking down the fundamentals of alignment so you can stop guessing and start firing at the flag with confidence.

How to Hit a Slice in Golf

Intentionally hitting a left-to-right shot, or a slice, can be a tremendously useful tool on a golf course, turning you from a one-dimensional player into a shot-shaping artist. This article will break down exactly how to control your club path and clubface to produce a reliable fade on command. We will cover the setup, the swing mechanics, and a simple drill to help you master this valuable shot.

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