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The Caddie Network


    • Dec 27, 2022 LATEST EPISODE
    • every other week NEW EPISODES
    • 49m AVG DURATION
    • 105 EPISODES

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    Latest episodes from The Caddie Network Podcast

    Caddie Aaron Flener on looking forward to 2023, caddie tips, funny stories and more

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2022 54:50


    This episode of Under the Strap is a conversation with Aaron Flener, caddie for J.T. Poston. Winners at the John Deere Classic this summer, Flener is looking forward to traveling to Hawaii next week for the Sentry Tournament of Champions. One of the jolliest caddies, it's a treat for the Caddie Network host/analyst John Rathouz to spend some time with him over the holidays - drinks in hand! “Big Cat” reflects on '22 and looks forward to '23, and they open the mailbag to answer some listener questions, including the best ways for interested caddies to get their start on the Korn Ferry Tour. Filled with funny stories, including what it's like to stay at Colt Knost's house during the Phoenix Open, this is a perfect window into this time of year for a caddie on tour. Thanks for listening and all the best for the New Year!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Sports Analyst Jonathan Coachman on his career, friendship with Joe LaCava and more

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2022 55:28


    In this episode of Under the Strap, we enjoy a great conversation with Jonathan Coachman, aka "Coach," a versatile sports announcer with current ties to the PGA Tour, CBS Sports, and @Sportsline. An alumnus of SportsCenter, Coach jumped into his current trajectory after nearly a decade with WWE - oftentimes playing alongside The Rock. Coach and Caddie Network host/analyst John Rathouz chat about his career path and tie it all back into the current golf narrative. Filled with wit and wisdom, and great energy, Coach opines on camera in a way few do these days. Highlighted by segments about the late, great, Stuart Scott, decisions made by Phil Mickelson, and his friendship with Tiger Woods' caddie, Joe LaCava. Would The Rock win the presidency in 2024? Listen and find out!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    DECADE Golf system creator Scott Fawcett on revolutionizing golf strategy, helping pros win tournaments and more

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2022 72:08


    This episode of Under the Strap is a conversation with Scott Fawcett, the creator of the DECADE Golf system. Fawcett has revolutionized golf strategy by combining experience as a professional golfer with data analytics and “poker mindset.” Hopefully, it makes more sense after listening to his chat with the Caddie Network host/analyst John Rathouz. Scott has had a front row seat helping both Bryson DeChambeau and Will Zalatoris, along with hundreds of other notable pros and high-level amateurs win tournaments and realize their full potential. He rarely minces words and is one of the smartest people in golf at the moment. Includes a getting drunk with Charles Barkley story!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    PGA Golf Professional Keith Stewart on 2022 PGA Tour, Tiger Woods, golf betting and more

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2022 61:49


    This episode of Under the Strap is a conversation with Keith Stewart, longtime PGA of America professional, and now also, golf betting guru. Follow Keith's insights on Twitter and Instagram @ReadtheLine_. The Caddie Network host/analyst John Rathouz, is caddying this week on Tour, so he and Keith linked up in person for a fun conversation. Keith helps to break down the RSM Classic and provides a wrap on the year that was on the PGA Tour. Notably, he also reminisces about his time at Isleworth Country Club in the early 2000s, where he spent a lot more time than most with Tiger Woods, at the peak of his powers. Stewart provides interesting insights into how Tiger's December may unfold and what it might indicate for his 2023 season on Tour - it's good news!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Caddie Sam Workman on wins this season, caddie life, player Steve Alker and more

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2022 31:39


    This episode of Under the Strap is a conversation with Sam Workman, caddie for Steve Alker on the Champions Tour. Alker has had four wins this season and leads the Charles Schwab Cup with two weeks remaining. The Caddie Network host/analyst John Rathouz chats with Workman on their journey and the highlights along the way. Sam shares fun stories about caddie life, including rooming with Fluff, as well as dinners served off the back of his pickup truck. Sam also expounds the exact moment he saw Alker's confidence change last year and which victory was his favorite this season. A thorough review of his stats and finishes, as well as details about what their game plan is going into the final stretch of the season with the Cup on the line.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    NFL running back Danny Woodhead on football career, golf, caddies and more

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2022 52:28


    This episode of Under the Strap features retired NFL running back Danny Woodhead. The Caddie Network host/analyst John Rathouz and Woodhead, both Nebraska natives, enjoy a fun conversation about football, golf and caddying. While Danny scored a touchdown for the Patriots in Super Bowl 46, the plus handicap had a highlight on the golf course this summer that he said equaled and from which his logo was born! Conversation about his career - Brady, Belichick, and Rivers name drops, plus others; his transformation as a competitive amateur golfer; shoutout to his buddy Joe Skovron, winning caddie for Tom Kim in Vegas, plus what he would value in a caddie; and, a funny exchange about which position on a football team is closest to a caddie. Woodhead has removed his chin strap and goes Under the Strap for an entertaining hour.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Under The Strap Podcast: Golf gambling expert Rick Gehman on guys to keep an eye on this season, evaluating players and more

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2022 52:50


    In this week's Under the Strap podcast, it's Vegas! The Caddie Network host/analyst John Rathouz brings on Rick Gehman, one of the top golf gambling experts around. Founder of RickRunGood.com, Gehman has developed his own proprietary analytics tools to gain an edge in this booming market. The guys brief on the Presidents Cup, Rick's pick to win Sanderson Farms (tied for the lead on the back nine!), how he evaluates players, a few to keep an eye on this season, caddies and what he's got planned for the tournament in his hometown this week, plus a fun rapid-fire at the end. An interesting episode with another golf podcaster!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Under The Strap Podcast: Broadcaster/Author/Golf Coach Mark Immelman on this week's Presidents Cup and more

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2022 52:20


    In this week's Under the Strap podcast, The Caddie Network host/analyst John Rathouz catches up with Mark Immelman, brother of Presidents Cup International team captain Trevor Immelman. Mark, an accomplished broadcaster, author and golf coach, will be at Quail Hollow for the call and provided some interesting takes on this week's event. Also, key moments in Trevor's young playing days, perspective on the current fracture in professional golf as the son of the former commissioner of the South African Tour, the college football coach advising Trevor, the best golf he saw last season and some fun caddie shoutouts.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Pro Will Wilcox on turning his life around, old stories and his current job

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2022 50:02


    In this week's Under the Strap podcast, The Caddie Network host/analyst John Rathouz riffs with Will Wilcox, professional golfer turned caddie for last month's U.S. Amateur finalist Ben Carr. Wilcox has turned his life around in a big way in the last half-year, quite publicly, and he details the positive effects he's realized. They break down in detail his U.S. Am experience that resulted in a 2023 Masters invite and bounce around stories from Willy's playing days and his current gig podcasting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Caddie Matt Minister on team structure, family sacrifice and life on Tour

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2022 37:21


    In this week's Under the Strap podcast, The Caddie Network host/analyst John Rathouz catches up with Matt Minister, aka “Revy,” caddie for defending FedEx Cup champion Patrick Cantlay. Recorded days before their recent BMW Championship title defense, Minister is on record as saying their season wouldn't quite be a success without a win - now it is! He talks in detail about their approach to the Tour Championship last year with the FedEx Cup on the line, plus how grateful he is to be working for such a high-earning pro. Family sacrifice, team structure, major championships, and the current state of professional golf are all topics covered in this episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Host John Rathouz welcomes fellows caddies inside the ropes at the Wyndham Championship

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2022 27:20


    In this week's Under The Strap podcast, The Caddie Network host/analyst John Rathouz welcomes a handful of his peers as they readied for round three of the Wyndham Championship: Aaron Flener (J.T. Poston), A.J. Montecinos (Adam Svensson), Billy Spencer (Sungjae Im), Steve Hale (Richy Werenski) and trainer Cornel Driessen. Our host recaps the breaking news of the day when Will Zalatoris parted ways with caddie Ryan Goble and how Austin Smotherman affected the cutline – and his standing in the FedEx Cup Playoffs. Rathouz, who was on the bag for Stephan Jaeger, snuck into the weekend on the back of his player's birdie-birdie finish Friday. A light way to gain insight into the morning of a weekend on Tour and some fun nuggets and insightful takes.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    CEO Hiram Sapp on minority golfers, Tiger Woods stories and more

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 25, 2022 63:46


    In this week's Under The Strap Podcast, The Caddie Network host/analyst John Rathouz welcomes Hiram Sapp, CEO/President of SappSuperStarSports, and Michael Collins, Senior Golf Analyst for ESPN.com. Sapp shares info about his upcoming projects that will give opportunities to minority golfers and caddies, as well as stories from his past – including time spent with Tiger Woods. Later, Collins provides insights into the caddie partnerships of the Top 10 players in the world. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Under The Strap Podcast: Ron 'Bambi' Levin On Golf, Open Championship, More

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2022 35:34


    In this week's Under The Strap golf podcast, The Caddie Network's John Rathouz is joined by Ron "Bambi" Levin, a veteran PGA Tour caddie. Ron has been a caddie since 1987 and has carried the clubs for Jack Nicklaus, David Duval and Anthony Kim, among others. Ron also was on the bag for Todd Hamilton in 2004 at Royal Troon when they won the Open Championship. Podcast topics covered include: his experience at St. Andrews, home to this week's Open Championship; caddying at the LIV Golf London event; the origin of his Bambi nickname; his business success off the course; and more in a wide-ranging, fun interview. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Under The Strap Podcast: Media Personality Diane Knox Balas Talks All Things Golf

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2022 54:37


    In this week's Under The Strap golf podcast, The Caddie Network's John Rathouz is joined by Diane Knox Balas, a golf media personality. Diane is the sister of PGA Tour player Russell Knox and she has carved out her own space in the world of professional golf media. Diane is the first female guest on the Under The Strap Podcast and topics covered include: golf betting; Diane's background in media and her journey from Scotland to the States; this week's Scottish Open and the upcoming Open Championship; her favorite course in the world; the latest on LIV Golf and the PGA response; haggis, baby boy names and more in a wide-ranging, fun interview. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Under The Strap: Caddie Billy Foster Previews 2022 U.S. Open

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 14, 2022 48:36


    In this week's Under The Strap golf podcast, The Caddie Network's John Rathouz is joined by veteran PGA Tour caddie Billy Foster for 2022 U.S. Open week at The Country Club in Brookline, Mass. Foster currently caddies for No. 15-ranked Matthew Fitzpatrick, who won the 2013 U.S. Amateur in Brookline. Foster has caddied for 40 years and has been on the bag for Seve Ballesteros, Darren Clarke, Lee Westwood, Sergio Garcia and Tiger Woods. Foster is revered in golf circles, is a great storyteller and is considered to be on the Mount Rushmore for caddies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Under The Strap: Insider PGA Tour Caddie Chat With Jim "Bones" MacKay, Others

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2022 46:19


    In this week's Under The Strap podcast, The Caddie Network's host John Rathouz interviews Jim "Bones" MacKay, caddie for Justin Thomas, following their win at the PGA Championship. Additionally, Rathouz recaps an eventful week at the Charles Schwab Challenge that included a number of sitdown discussions with the caddies for Kevin Na, Abraham Ancer, Max Homa and more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Under The Strap: A PGA Championship Chat With Caddie Top 10 Tony Lingard

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2022 38:09


    In this week's Under The Strap podcast, The Caddie Network's host John  Rathouz is joined by veteran PGA Tour caddie Tony Lingard for PGA  Championship week at Southern Hills in Tulsa, Okla. Tony has been on a bag for the last three golf majors held at Southern Hills and has more than 40 top-10 finishes on his résumé, which has earned him the nickname Top 10 Tony. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Under The Strap: A chat with Neil Oxman and Herb Stevens

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2022 59:24


    In this week's 'Under the Strap' podcast, The Caddie Network's host John Rathouz was joined by caddies Neil Oxman and Herb Stevens, two old-school loopers who got their start as college kids back in the 1970s. Both Neil and Herb went on to successful careers outside of golf, but still enjoy sharing stories about their times on the PGA Tour with the likes of Jack Nicklaus, Tom Watson and more.

    'Under the Strap': A chat with Graham Curry

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2022 34:07


    Handicaddie is an app that is modernizing caddying, and founder Graham Curry joined 'Under the Strap' to talk about his new business that was voted one of Ireland's best startups. Curry has been a caddie since he was a young lad and is currently looping at Kingsbarns in St. Andrews. He has made it his mission to understand the ins and outs of the business from every angle. The Irishman has plenty to say about the experience of playing golf in Ireland, including his favorite hidden-gem course and the best time of year to play that many don't consider. Listen to understand the future of the caddie business and if you're planning a trip to Ireland.

    'Under the Strap' Podcast: Masters preview with caddie Brennan Little

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2022 44:58


    You'll never believe what Mike Weir's caddie, Brennan Little, did while downing a few beers while Weir was making the media rounds after winning the 2003 Masters. Little joined John Rathouz to fill in the blanks on that historic win for Canada and preview aspects of the 2022 Masters, including another astonishing trait Tiger Woods possesses. You'll hear what Little believes the effects could be of the latest course changes at Augusta National Golf Club and why he's hesitant to reference all of his notes on the greens.

    Under the Strap - A chat with Duane Bock

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2022 50:10


    In this week's “Under the Strap” podcast, our John Rathouz welcomes Duane Bock, longtime caddie for Kevin Kisner. Bock, a Long Island native, who won the prestigious North and South Amateur in 1992, played professionally through the 90's before jumping into the caddie world in the mid-2000's. Also known for his enormous calves, he met Kisner at a U.S. Open qualifier in 2007 and they have teamed up for all four of Kevin's PGA Tour wins - including the 2019 Match Play. Filling in the blanks on popular topics about his always-candid boss, Duane does the talking this time, including the helpful reason why he thinks Kevin says he can't compete on certain courses. The episode ends with a hilarious sleepwalking story!

    Under the Strap - A chat with Mark Carens

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2022 29:15


    Before the start of the 2022 Players Championship, our John Rathouz sat down for a chat with caddie Mark Carens — a man who knows TPC Sawgrass better than most, having won the tournament while on the bag of Si Woo Kim in 2017. In the pod, Carens tells a story about how the Sunday before the 2017 Players he and Kim were playing their own practice round on the back 9. Carens was recording Kim with his camera and before Kim hit on 18, Carens said, “one-shot lead on the last,” and then Kim barked back, “No, two-shot lead…” and that's exactly what ended up happening the following Sunday.

    Under the Strap - A chat with Reynolds Robinson

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2022 47:04


    In this week's 'Under the Strap' podcast, our John Rathouz sits down for a chat with Reynolds Robinson, caddie for PGA Tour player Joseph Bramlett. Robinson is a fascinating person. He grew up in New York City, excelled at basketball as a youth, became an accountant and didn't become interested in golf until age 28... And now, since 2006, he's been a caddie at the highest levels of professional golf. He shared some great stories about his life, validating moments as a caddie thanks to Stewart Cink and Jim Furyk and what it was like to caddie for Cheyenne Woods (niece to Tiger) and the one thing he'd never chat with her about.

    Under the Strap - A chat with Justin York

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2022 44:59


    In this week's 'Under the Strap' podcast, our John Rathouz sits down for a chat with Justin York, who -- after a lengthy and successful run with Chez Reavie -- now caddies for South Korea's Seung-yul Noh. York has plenty of great stories to share from memorable loops at Whisper Rock to meeting his hero, Troy Aikman, a look into his approach to caddying, his love of all things Larry David, what it was like to work for Colt Knost, a look at this week's Waste Management Phoenix Open and a whole lot more.

    Under the Strap - A chat with Geno Bonnalie

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2022 49:35


    In this week's 'Under the Strap' podcast, our John Rathouz sits down for a chat with the one and only Geno Bonnalie, caddie for PGA Tour winner Joel Dahmen. Geno and Joel make up one of the tightest player/caddie pairs in golf, as their friendship dates back to when Joel was just 12 years old and the two were raking in money on the course against adults -- a classic story Geno shares with us. Among the other hilarious stories Geno shares? The time he bought a Saab that didn't start at the Quicken Loans event for $22 only to get it started and sell it to a state trooper the following week for $200 at the Greenbrier. One about a trip to Kansas and telling his young son Hudson -- who loved the Wizard of Oz -- that he might see the Tin Man... and then sending a photo home to Hudson of Joel, dressed as the Tin Man. All that and so much more -- like a foggy morning on the Korn Ferry Tour after a big night out.

    Under the Strap - A chat with legendary caddie Steve Hulka

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2022 45:18


    Chatting with Steve Hulka is always a treat. Hulka, who first caddied on the PGA Tour back in 1972, sat down with our John Rathouz on the latest 'Under the Strap' podcast. As usual, Hulka shared some tremendous stories -- like how Angelo Argea, longtime caddie for Jack Nicklaus -- used to tip caddies who went out in the morning wave to share the hole locations with him before he went out in the afternoon with the Golden Bear. Hulka also shares a hilarious story about Arnold Palmer from the old Bob Hope Classic -- now known as The American Express, which will be played this week -- where Arnie provided a wink that one woman will never forget. All that and plenty, plenty more.

    Under the Strap - A chat with caddie Brian Zeigler

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2022 37:52


    Want to learn more about Brian Zeigler, caddie for Bryson DeChambeau? Zeigler joined our John Rathouz on the latest ‘Under the Strap' podcast, where he told us about his background as a teaching pro – which is how he came to meet DeChambeau in 2018. Initially, Zeigler wasn't sure he wanted to leave teaching behind, but couldn't pass up the chance to caddie for a top-5 player in the world. He was surprised how quickly DeChambeau let him into the decision-making process… especially since their first event together was no less than the Open Championship. Zeigler talked about the things he does on the road, how DeChambeau's work ethic is second to none, the work that goes into dialing in equipment being in unchartered waters with swing speed and a whole lot more… including the weight of DeChambeau's bag, which will make your back hurt!

    Under the Strap - A chat with caddie Tim Mickelson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2022 47:20


    In this week's 'Under the Strap,' podcast, John Rathouz welcomes Tim Mickelson -- brother/caddie of six-time major winner and reigning PGA Champion, Phil Mickelson. In the pod, Tim jokes about how Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday of this week at Kapalua's Plantation Course "are going to suck," as he charts out the course for the Sentry Tournament of Champions without a greens book due to new restrictions. He also opens up about two very special wins with Phil -- one at Pebble Beach, where their grandfather was one of the original caddies in 1919, and, of course, the win at Kiawah in the 2021 PGA Championship. Tim also gets into how, as head golf coach at Arizona State University, he landed a recruit named Jon Rahm. He was coach and then agent to Rahm before hopping over to Phil's bag as a full-time caddie. All that and a lot more!

    Under the Strap - A chat with golf's premier parodist Sam Harrop

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 20, 2021 34:39


    In this 'Under the Strap' podcast episode, our John Rathouz sits down for a chat with the hilarious Sam Harrop, golf's premier parodist. Harrop has cleverly put together a number of parody songs about golf and several have gone viral... including a collaboration with caddie Aaron Flener. Enjoy!

    Under the Strap - A chat with Joe Skovron, longtime caddie to Rickie Fowler

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2021 35:33


    In this Under the Strap episode, John Rathouz catches up with Joe Skovron, longtime caddie of Rickie Fowler. In the pod, Skovron dives into special moments he's had on the road like hanging out with Michael Jordan, playing golf with Tom Brady and a whole lot more. They also dive into Albany, site of this week's Hero World Challenge -- an event Fowler won in 2017 -- as well as the things Fowler has been working on in his game to prepare for what they hope will be a successful 2022.

    Under the Strap - A chat with Henry Diana and a preview of the RSM Classic

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2021 31:42


    In this ‘Under the Strap' podcast, John Rathouz welcomes Henry Diana, caddie for Tom Hoge on the PGA Tour. Rathouz and Diana rap about the NFL, his own playing days and trips to Q-School, fun stories from Tour and Diana also gives a preview of this week's RSM Classic in Sea Island, Georgia -- a venue he knows well seeing as he resides there.

    Under the Strap - A chat with Mal Baker and a preview of the Houston Open

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 8, 2021 30:09


    In this ‘Under the Strap' podcast, John Rathouz welcomes Mal Baker, caddie for Talor Gooch. Gooch has been one of the hottest players on Tour lately and is heading back to the Houston Open this week -- an event he finished fourth in each of the last two years (at two different venues). Baker has been on Gooch's bag for all of his PGA Tour career to this point and riffs on how “patience” is the most important key for Gooch to get his first W. Also, it's more important in Baker's opinion to keep bogeys off the card than put birdies on it. Baker also gives some great insight into how he likes to walk a new course (like this week's Memorial Park, which was redone by Brooks Koepka before last year's tournament) back to front starting on 18 green.

    Under the Strap - A chat with Matt Hauser and a preview of Mayakoba

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2021 40:14


    In this ‘Under the Strap' podcast, John Rathouz welcomes longtime caddie Matt Hauser. Hauser spent years with the likes of J.J. Henry and Johnson Wagner. This week at the World Wide Technology Championship in Mayakoba, he'll be on the bag for new dad Harold Varner III. Hauser caddied for Wagner just last week in Bermuda -- in brutal conditions, where they made the cut -- and talks about how caddying for Varner this week came to be. Hauser goes through some of what you can expect to see at El Camaleon Golf Club and also explains how form doesn't count for everything once a tournament begins.

    Under the Strap - A chat with Dave Stone, caddie for Bo Hoag

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2021 53:52


    In this ‘Under the Strap' podcast, John Rathouz welcomes Dave Stone. Stone, currently caddying for PGA Tour player Bo Hoag, got his caddie career started on the LPGA Tour. In the pod, Rathouz hears from Stone about his love of hockey (he is Canadian, after all), what life was like as a LPGA caddie, a preview of Port Royal Golf Course for this week's Butterfield Bermuda Championship and a whole lot more.

    Under the Strap - A chat with new PGA Tour Champions player Steve Alker

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2021 26:33


    In this ‘Under the Strap' podcast, John Rathouz welcomes PGA Tour Champions player Steve Alker. Since turning 50 in late July, the journeyman New Zealander has taken the PGA Tour Champions by storm with six finishes inside the top 9 in his first seven starts, highlighted by a solo third in the Ally Challenge. Rathouz talked to Alker about his career, his sudden surge at age 50 and how much of a role caddie Sam Workman has played sticking by Alker's side these last three years.

    Under the Strap - A chat with swing coach Drew Steckel and a preview of the CJ Cup

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2021 21:30


    In this ‘Under the Strap' podcast, John Rathouz welcomes Drew Steckel. Steckel is a swing coach on the PGA Tour, whose clients include Tour winners Kevin Na, Jason Kokrak and Danny Lee. Steckel is also the swing guru of superstar celebrity Justin Timberlake. Steckel shares stories about his philosophy on teaching pros vs. amateurs, Timberlake and more. Based in Las Vegas, Steckel also helps out with a preview of Summit, site of this week's CJ Cup.

    Under the Strap - A chat with caddie Kenny Harms and a preview of the Shriners Children's Open

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2021 30:59


    In this ‘Under the Strap' podcast, John Rathouz welcomes fellow caddie, Kenny Harms. Harms has had a remarkable career as a professional caddie, looping for the likes of Hubert Green, Raymond Floyd, Gary Player and Lee Trevino, not to mention Aaron Baddeley, Michelle Wie, Jan Stephenson and Emilee Klein. Since 2008, Harms has worked with Kevin Na and the partnership has been incredibly successful. This week, they're in Las Vegas at the Shriners Children's Open, a tournament where Na and Harms have won twice.

    Under the Strap - Ryder Cup-winning caddies Mark Urbanek and Matt Minister

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2021 37:55


    Just days removed from a dominating and much-needed victory in the Ryder Cup, American caddies Mark Urbanek (Tony Finau) and Matt Minister (Patrick Cantlay) joined our John Rathouz on this special edition 'Under the Strap' podcast to talk all about the unforgettable week at Whistling Straits. For both Urbanek and Minister, this was their first trip to a Ryder Cup. And, after experiencing all that goes with it, they're eager to be part of many, many more.

    Under the Strap - A chat with caddie Steve Hale and a preview of the Sanderson Farms Championship

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2021 43:18


    In this ‘Under the Strap' podcast, John Rathouz welcomes fellow caddie, Steve "Pepsi" Hale. Hale currently caddies for Tour winner Richy Werenski and spent several years with Keegan Bradley in a partnership that included a win in the 2011 PGA Championship. Hale chats about a special golf trip of his own, what it's like to take a caddie, shares some magnificent stories from his career -- like best caddie hangouts on the road -- and helps to preview the Sanderson Farms Championship.

    Under the Strap - A chat with rising PGA Tour star Sam Burns

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2021 53:31


    In this ‘Under the Strap' podcast, John Rathouz welcomes PGA Tour winner and current world No. 25, Sam Burns. Burns is one of the brightest young rising stars on the PGA Tour today and he's also signed on as an investor and advisor to The Caddie Network. During their chat, Burns explains how he got into golf, when he realized it was the career path he wanted to follow, what he does in his downtime and how special it was to notch his first PGA Tour win earlier this year at the Valspar Championship.

    Under the Strap - A chat with two-time Ryder Cup caddie Steve Hale

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2021 14:17


    In this ‘Under the Strap' podcast, John Rathouz welcomes fellow caddie, Steve "Pepsi" Hale. Hale currently caddies for Tour winner Richy Werenski, but spent several years with Keegan Bradley in a partnership that included a win in the 2011 PGA Championship, as well as trips to the Ryder Cup in 2012 and 2014. Hale chats about memorable moments from his Ryder Cup experiences and looks ahead to how things could unfold this week at Whistling Straits.

    Under the Strap - A chat with caddie J.J. Jakovac and a preview of the Fortinet Championship

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2021 40:58


    In this ‘Under the Strap' podcast, John Rathouz welcomes J.J. Jakovac, caddie for world No. 3 and two-time major champion Collin Morikawa. Jakovac details his own professional golf career, how he got into caddying, how he wound up on the bag of Ryan Moore -- an amateur golf connection, Palmer Cup teammate and now brother-in-law -- the move to Morikawa's bag and a preview of Silverado Resort (the course Jakovac grew up playing) ahead of this week's Fortinet Championship.

    Under the Strap - A chat with caddie Austin Kaiser and a preview of the Tour Championship

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2021 25:06


    In this 'Under the Strap' podcast, John Rathouz welcomes Austin Kaiser, caddie for gold medal winner Xander Shauffele. Kaiser gets into detail about how he wound up on the bag for his college teammate, takes you through his Olympic experience and more, while also talking to Rathouz about the intricacies of East Lake Golf Club and this week's playoffs finale -- the Tour Championship.

    Under The Strap - Impersonations by caddie Scott Marino, Caves Valley preview

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2021 34:51


    In this 'Under the Strap' podcast, John Rathouz welcomes longtime PGA Tour caddie Scott Marino and Caves Valley caddie Will Shriver. Marino does some incredible impersonations of PGA Tour players -- the caddie version of Conor Moore, if you will. In the second half of the pod, Rathouz chats with Shriver about Caves Valley, host to this week's BMW Championship, the second leg of the PGA Tour Playoffs for the FedExCup.

    Under The Strap - Caddie Terry Walker opens up about overcoming personal demons

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2021 45:01


    In this 'Under the Strap' episode, host T.J. Auclair welcomes caddie Terry Walker. Walker has spent the last several years on the bag of PGA Tour winner Andrew Landry. Walker's story is one of perseverance and inspiration, as he overcame a brutal childhood and the personal demons that ensued to cope with that childhood. Nothing was off limits in this podcast, as Walker takes us through his journey in life, the struggles he's endured and what he's been doing to get through it all.

    Under The Strap - A chat with caddie Mike Darby

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2021 32:42


    In this 'Under the Strap' episode, host T.J. Auclair has a conversation with caddie Mike Darby. Darby has enjoyed plenty of highs -- and lows -- in his professional career and we jump into all of them. Darby has also had a frustrating 15 months or so due to travel restrictions from his home country of Canada because of the COVID pandemic. He opens up about what that has meant for his job as a caddie and how he's happy to finally be getting back out on Tour. He also shares perhaps the funniest player/caddie break-up story of all time.

    Under The Strap - A chat with caddies Matt Minister and Travis Perkins

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2021 41:14


    In this 'Under the Strap' episode, host T.J. Auclair has a conversation with veteran caddies Matt Minister and Travis Perkins. Both caddies played golf professionally before becoming loopers. Minister is currently on the bag for world No. 9 Patrick Cantlay, while Perkins caddies for recent Tour winner Sam Burns. We take a deep dive into how they started out, recount some of their biggest highlights to date and a lot more.

    Under The Strap - 2021 Masters Preview with caddies Damian Lopez, Jeff Willett and Brian Reed

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2021 45:13


    Masters week is here! So much excitement comes with the first men's major championship of the year. This week, host T.J. Auclair welcomes caddies Damian Lopez (Michael Thompson), Jeff Willett (Nick Taylor) and Brian Reed (Matt Kuchar) 'Under the Strap,' for a chat about all things The Masters. The guys spend some time previewing the week ahead -- including how different conditions will be from the November Masters in 2020 to now -- while Lopez dishes on his excitement about caddying in his first Masters since starting the looper gig in 1998. And the guys also share plenty of fun Masters-related stories, including taking you into the driving range "caddie house" that everyone raves about. Listen now!

    Under The Strap - Episode 45, 3/15/21 Billionaire investor Mario Gabelli on his childhood as a caddie

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 16, 2021 26:31


    In our latest "Under the Strap" podcast, we enjoy a chat with billionaire investor Mario Gabelli. Gabelli, founder, chairman, and CEO of Gabelli Asset Management Company Investors, became interested in the market when he caddied for specialists from the floor of the New York Stock Exchange as a young boy. Gabelli told us about the lessons he learned on the course that he's been able to apply to life and business.

    Under The Strap - Episode 44, 2/22/21 Kathy Ireland discusses teaming up with The Insider Network

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2021 41:04


    World-renowned supermodel and entrepreneur Kathy Ireland -- who has built Kathy Ireland Worldwide into one of the biggest brands on the globe -- recently entered into a partnership with the Insider Network, of which Caddie Network is a part of. Ireland joined our latest podcast along with Caddie Network co-founder Merrill Squires to talk about their longtime friendship dating back to their days working on Sports Illustrated's Swimsuit Issue and why this new partnership made a lot of sense for both sides.

    Under The Strap - Episode 43, 2/8/21 with CaddieNow founder Dave Cavossa

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2021 37:17


    On this episode of, 'Under the Strap,' host T.J. Auclair welcomes Dave Cavossa, founder and CEO of CaddieNow. CaddieNow, founded in 2015, is the nation’s most trusted virtual caddie service platform that pairs golfers with caddies, protects and preserves existing caddie programs at top courses and resorts and protects the occupation of caddying to elevate the standards of caddie services. Cavossa tells us all about how the idea for CaddieNow came to fruition and explained the plethora of options partners have when working with the platform.

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