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 Fix Casting in a Golf Swing

That frustrating leak of power you feel at impact, the weak slice that refuses to go away, or a shot that just feels… flimsy? These are all classic symptoms of one of golf's most common swing faults: casting. It’s an instinctual, power-robbing move that happens when you release the clubhead too early from the top of your swing. This article will show you exactly what casting is, why you’re probably doing it, and provide you with clear, actionable drills to replace that old habit with a powerful, sequenced downswing.

How to Make Golf Gloves Last Longer

A fresh golf glove feels amazing, but that brand-new tackiness seems to vanish far too quickly, leaving you with a crusty, slippery mess. This article will show you simple, practical steps to not only slow down that wear and tear but to actively extend the life of your golf gloves. Making these habits part of your routine will save you money and give you a better, more secure feel on every single swing.

How to Clean FootJoy Golf Gloves

A grimy, stiff golf glove is more than just an ugly accessory, it's a piece of equipment failing at its one job: helping you hold the club with confidence. Keeping your FootJoy glove clean isn’t just about looks - it’s about restoring the grip, feel, and performance you felt when it was new. This guide will walk you through the simple,-coach-approved steps to safely wash and dry your leather golf glove, extending its life and helping you play better golf.

How to Win Golf Tournaments

Making the jump from weekend rounds to competing in - and winning - golf tournaments is less about transforming your swing overnight and more about transforming your approach. You already know how to hit the ball, winning is about learning how to <em>play the game</em> under pressure. This guide lays out the actionable strategies and mindset shifts that will help you move from simply competing to consistently contending for the top of the leaderboard.

How to Shallow the Angle of Attack in Golf

Tired of seeing deep, chunky divots or sculling the ball thin across the green? These frustrating misses, along with that all-too-common slice, often stem from a single, correctable issue: a steep angle of attack. To stop striking the ball with a chopping motion and start compressing it with the satisfying thump of a pure golf shot, you need to learn how to shallow your swing plane. This guide will break down exactly what that means and give you practical, actionable advice and drills to help you find that powerful, shallow swing you’re looking for.

How to Bend Golf Clubs

Bending your golf clubs to adjust loft and lie is one of the most impactful equipment tweaks you can make for better performance on the course. While it might sound like a job reserved for tour vans or master club fitters, it's a skill you can learn to do yourself with the right knowledge and tools. This guide will walk you through why custom loft and lie angles matter, the equipment you’ll need, and a step-by-step process for bending your own irons and putters safely and effectively.

How to Shoot an 80 in Golf

Breaking 80 in golf isn't about suddenly hitting tour-pro shots or draining 40-foot putts. It's about a fundamental shift in strategy, focusing less on perfection and more on smartly managing your misses. This guide will walk you through the practical, on-course adjustments and mental framework required to stop making big numbers and start posting scores in the 70s consistently.

How to Transport Golf Clubs

Nothing sours the excitement of a golf trip faster than the thought of your precious clubs being damaged in transit. We’re going to give you everything you need to know about transporting your golf clubs safely. This guide covers the best methods for flying, driving, or shipping your set, so you can arrive at your destination confident and ready to play.

How to Start a Career in Golf

Thinking about turning your passion for golf into a paycheck? You’re not alone. The great news is, there are more ways to build a life in this game than just chasing a Tour card. This guide will walk you through the real, tangible paths to a career in golf, from teaching and managing a course to innovating the gear we all love to play.

How to Put a Golf Bag on a Push Cart

Perfectly securing your golf bag to a push cart seems simple, but getting it right is the difference between a frustrating stroll and an effortless walk. A wobbly, twisting, or falling bag is a needless distraction, yet it's a common sight on the course. This guide will walk you through the correct method step-by-step, ensuring your gear is stable and secure so you can focus on your game.

How to Use the Performance Golf Click Stick

That subtle ‘click’ you hear from a Performance Golf Click Stick isn’t just a sound, it’s auditory proof that you’re sequencing your golf swing correctly. This simple tool provides instant, undeniable feedback on one of the most misunderstood and important elements of a powerful golf swing: lag and release. This guide will walk you through exactly how to set up the Click Stick, the essential drills you need to master, and how to interpret its sounds to finally fix that cast and add effortless distance to every club in your bag.

How to Calculate a Golf Differential

Understanding how a single golf score translates into your overall handicap can seem complicated, but it all begins with one number: the golf differential. Calculating this figure is the first and most important step in the World Handicap System, as it turns your score from a specific day into a standardized value. This article will walk you through the entire process, breaking down the formula and showing you exactly how it’s done so you can see how well you <em>really</em> played.

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