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

How to Increase Club Speed in Golf

Before we get into the how, let's quickly touch on the why. Distance is a simple equation in golf. The faster you swing the club (clubhead speed), the faster the ball leaves the face (ball speed), and, all else being equal, the farther it travels. For every one mile per hour you add to your clubhead speed, you can expect to gain around 2.5 to 3 yards of carry distance with your driver. This means a 5 mph increase could translate to 15 extra yards - the difference between hitting an 8-iron and a 6-iron into the green.

How to Be Mentally Tough in Golf

The biggest gap between your potential and your performance on the golf course isn't your swing - it's what happens between your ears. You can have a picture-perfect motion on the range, but if it falls apart under pressure, your scorecard will never reflect your true ability. This guide will walk you through practical, real-world strategies to build the mental resilience you need to handle bad shots, execute under pressure, and finally play with the confidence that lets your skills shine.

How to Stop Pulling Left in Golf

Watching your golf ball start left and stay left is one of the game's biggest frustrations, turning what felt like a good swing into a result that's anything but. That shot, known as a pull, can wreck scorecards and confidence. This article will break down exactly why you’re pulling the ball and provide a simple, step-by-step plan with practical drills to get your shots starting right on target.

How to Build a Golf Swing

Building a solid, repeatable golf swing is the foundation for a lifetime of better scores and more fun on the course. Too often, golfers get lost in complicated theories and endless tips, but a great swing is built on a few simple, manageable principles working together. This guide breaks down the a golf swing into its core components - from the grip and setup to the finish - giving you a clear roadmap to improve your consistency and power.

How to Read a Slope Rating in Golf

Ever glanced at a scorecard, seen the term Slope Rating, and just nodded along, not entirely sure what that number from 55 to 155 actually tells you? You're not alone. This single number is one of the most powerful - and most misunderstood - tools for leveling the playing field in golf. This guide will show you exactly what a Slope Rating is, how it’s different from Course Rating, and most importantly, how you can use it to figure out exactly how many strokes you should get on any course you play.

How to Chip a Golf Ball with a Wedge

Getting your chip shots close to the hole is one of the fastest ways to slash strokes from your score. It’s the shot that can turn a potential double-bogey into a simple tap-in par. This guide will walk you through the entire process of hitting a crisp, predictable chip shot, breaking it down into simple, repeatable steps from how you stand to the ball to the motion itself. You’ll learn the fundamentals that take the fear out of these delicate shots and give you the confidence to get up and down from anywhere around the green.

How to Make a Golf Hitting Mat

Building your own golf hitting mat is one of the smartest investments you can make for your game, giving you a dedicated spot to groove your swing right at home. But making a mat that feels right and, more importantly, doesn’t cause injury, requires a bit of know-how. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know, from the essential components to step-by-step instructions for a couple of different project levels, so you can build a practice station that truly helps you improve.

How to Play at Fishers Island Golf Club

Scoring an invitation to play Fishers Island Golf Club is like getting a golden ticket to one of golf’s most sacred grounds. This guide moves beyond the challenge of getting on the course and focuses squarely on how to navigate this Seth Raynor masterpiece once you’re there. We'll walk through key holes, discuss a game plan for handling the ever-present wind, and give you the inside line on making the most of this bucket-list round.

How to Train for Golf

Building a great golf swing comes down to understanding that it's a rotational motion powered by your body, not an up-and-down chopping motion with your arms. If you can grasp that single idea, you’re already ahead of the game. This guide will walk you through the essential parts of the swing - from how you hold the club to your finish position - so you can build a consistent, powerful, and reliable motion from the ground up.

How to Stop Hitting the Golf Ball to the Right

Watching your golf ball sail helplessly to the right is one of the most frustrating feelings in the game, whether it’s a big, curving slice or a dead-straight push. The good news is that you don't have to live with it forever. This unwelcome shot shape isn't some random mystery, it’s a direct result of a few specific things happening in your setup and swing. This guide will walk you through, step-by-step, the common causes of hitting the ball to the right and provide clear, actionable advice to get you hitting straighter, more powerful shots.

How to Correct a Slice When Driving a Golf Ball

That beautiful, high, drawing tee shot you picture in your head is absolutely within your reach, but right now, a frustrating slice is sending your ball far right into the trees. This article will cut through the noise and give you a straightforward, step-by-step plan. We will identify exactly what causes that slice and provide you with actionable drills to turn it into the powerful, accurate drive you’re looking for.

How to Hit a Bunker Shot in Golf

The dreaded greenside bunker shot sends a shiver down the spine of most amateur golfers, but it doesn't have to. The secret isn't some complex, athletic movement, it's about understanding a completely different kind of golf shot. This guide will walk you through the fundamental principles, from setup to swing, that will transform your sand play and give you the confidence to get up and down from any bunker.

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