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 See Where Your Golf Ball Went

There's no feeling in golf quite like the pure strike an opponent can feel - watching the ball soar exactly as you imagined, only to lose sight of it against the sky and spend the next five minutes on a frustrating search. Losing a well-hit golf ball is one of the game's great annoyances, costing you strokes, time, and momentum. This guide lays out a complete plan, from pre-shot routines to post-shot tracking techniques, to help you follow your ball from the clubface to its final resting place.

How to Break 90 in Golf

Chasing a score in the 80s for the first time can feel like a huge mountain to climb, but the path to breaking 90 is a lot straighter than you think. It's not about striping every drive or hitting every green in regulation. This guide will give you a practical, no-nonsense strategy focused on simple course management and smarter decisions that will start shaving strokes off your scorecard immediately.

How to Focus on the Target, Not the Ball

What if the secret to better golf shots wasn't found by staring harder at the ball, but by almost ignoring it? Getting caught up in swing mechanics and body positions over the ball is one of the quickest ways to create tension and inconsistency. This article will show you how to shift your attention from yourself and the ball to your ultimate destination - the target - and provide simple, actionable drills to make this liberating approach a natural part of your game.

How to Play a Round of Golf Alone

Heading out to play a round of golf by yourself might feel a little strange at first, but it’s one of the most effective and rewarding ways to experience the game. This guide will walk you through everything you need to know, from booking a tee time and navigating the course to turning your solo round into the most productive practice session you've ever had.

How to Cut a Golf Hole in Turf

Perfectly cutting a fresh hole is one of the most quietly satisfying jobs on a golf course. It’s a task that directly shapes the challenge and character of the green, setting the stage for every putt that follows. Whether you’re a greenskeeper aiming for tour-level standards or a dedicated golfer with a personal putting green, mastering this skill is essential. This guide will walk you through the entire process, from selecting the right spot to setting the cup for a perfect finish.

How to Prevent Thumb Blisters When Golfing

A throbbing blister on your thumb is one of golf’s most frustrating (and painful) minor injuries, capable of turning a beautiful day on the course into a grind. It’s a literal pain point that affects your grip, your swing, and ultimately, your confidence. This post will walk you through exactly why thumb blisters form and provide clear, actionable steps to prevent them, so you can focus on making great swings, not nursing a sore hand.

How to Improve the Turn in a Golf Swing

A bigger, smoother turn is the secret ingredient for adding more power and consistency to your golf swing. It’s what separates the clunky, arms-only swing from that effortless, powerful motion you see from skilled players. But improving your turn can feel like a vague piece of advice. What does it actually mean? This guide will break down the turn into simple, manageable pieces, showing you exactly how to build a better rotation from the ground up so you can stop forcing shots and start swinging with authentic power.

How to Stop Shanking Chip Shots in Golf

Nothing brings a golfer to their knees faster than a shanked chip shot. That horrifying, sideways dart into the trees or an adjacent bunker can shatter your confidence in an instant. The good news is that the shank, especially around the greens, isn't a mysterious swing disease, it’s a simple geometry problem. This article will show you exactly why it happens and give you practical, step-by-step drills to eliminate it for good.

How to Stop Missing the Golf Ball

Nothing sours a round of golf faster than the frustrating, embarrassing feeling of swinging with all your might and hitting nothing but air. Whether it’s a full-on whiff or a topped shot that barely budges, missing the ball undermines your confidence and can turn a fun day into a frustrating one. This guide will walk you through the real reasons you might be missing the ball and provide simple, straightforward fixes to help you start making crisp, clean contact from here on out.

How to Pick Up a Golf Ball with Your Club

Bending down to grab your golf ball after every putt or practice chip gets old fast. Learning how to pick it up with your club isn't just about saving your back, it's a small but satisfying skill that shows confidence and improves your feel for the clubface. This guide will walk you through the most popular methods, from the surprisingly simple putter technique to the classic wedge scoop, breaking each one down with step-by-step instructions so you can add this little bit of flair to your game.

How to Prepare for Your First Golf Lesson

Booking your first golf lesson is one of the best steps you can take to enjoy the game more, and preparing for it properly will make that hour of instruction infinitely more valuable. This guide walks you through exactly what to do before, during, and after your lesson to show up confident, absorb as much as possible, and make the changes stick. We’ll cover everything from what to bring to what to expect, so you can focus on what matters: hitting better shots.

How to Fit a Golf Clubs Chart

Trying to make sense of a golf club fitting chart can feel like you’re staring at a different language. It's just a grid of numbers and terms, but what do they a really mean for your game? You’re not alone in feeling a bit lost. The good news is, these charts are simpler to use than they look, and they provide a fantastic starting point for building a set of clubs that actually works <em>with</em> your body, not against it. This guide will walk you through, step-by-step, how to use a standard fitting chart to find the right length and lie angle for you, creating a solid foundation for a a better, more consistent swing.

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