Let’s be honest: you’ve fantasized about having a caddy.
You’re standing on the fairway, wind swirling, green nowhere in sight — just a suspicious little hill — and you’re stuck choosing between the Driver and playing it safe with an iron. In moments like that, wouldn’t it be nice to have someone hand you the right club and say: “You’ve got this”?
Well, you don’t have a caddy (unless you count your buddy Anton, who’s mostly there for moral support and snack theft).
But what if you could think like a pro, prep like a pro, and play like a pro, without actually hiring one?
Here are 6 tips your imaginary caddy would 100% give you before handing you your club and a cheeky wink.
1. Fuel Up Like a Champ
Every three holes: eat something, drink something. That’s the golden rule of golf nutrition.
Neglect this, and by hole 15, latest, you’ll be running on empty — mentally and physically.
Pack snacks and plenty of hydration. If you want your focus and swing to stay consistent, treat your body like a tool, not an afterthought. Your golf performance depends on it.
2. Warm Up in the Right Order
Most amateur golfers hit the range and smash balls straight away, saving a few rushed putts for last. Flip that routine:
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Start by putting.
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Then chip.
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Work through your irons.
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End with the Driver.
You'll save the most shots with a good short game, so start there. Finish by hitting the Driver and imagine you're hitting your first tee shot. When you hit a good drive, stop there and take those good vibes to the course.
A simple but underrated golf warm-up routine. A simple but underrated golf warm-up routine.
3. Know Your Strengths — and Your Landmines
Before teeing off, take a few minutes to mentally map the course:
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What are you good at?
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What consistently gets you into trouble?
Mark the holes where you’ve got margin for error, and the ones where precision is king. Give yourself permission to play bold or boring, depending on the situation. Smart course management = fewer blowups.
4. Keep a Journal (or at Least Some Notes)
How quick were the greens today? What club reliably hit 145? Which way do your putts tend to drift?
Write it down: on your phone, in a notebook, or whispered into your golf glove like a secret spell. These insights build up to serious course knowledge. It’s one of the easiest ways to improve your golf game over time.
5. Read the Greens Like a Caddy Would
Pro caddies scope out future pin placements. You probably can’t do that, but you can prep like a pro.
On practice rounds, putt from tricky lies. Test downhill breaks, sidehills, and those sneaky double breakers. If pins are tucked tight on the weekend, you’ll be ready, not rattled.
6. Keep Your Head in the Game
Caddies aren’t just club handlers, they’re mental coaches. They help players shake off bad shots and refocus.
You can do this for yourself. Reframe mistakes, reboot your mindset, and keep the internal monologue playful and positive. Golf is a mental game as much as a physical one.
Bonus Tip: Trust Your Gear (Especially Your Golf Glove)
The right gear matters. And that includes your golf gloves.
They’re your connection to the club. They affect feel, grip, and confidence. A great golf glove gives you consistent grip, better feel, and control under pressure—especially during long summer rounds. Choose one that stays snug, breathes well, and performs round after round. Bonus points if they look good, too — style on the course isn’t just vanity, it’s confidence. When you feel like you belong out there, you play like it.
We’re biased, but ours were built for all of the above—plus they make you look like you actually know what you’re doing. Win-win.
Bottom line:
Whether you’re chasing lower scores or just looking for more control on the course, these tips — and the right golf gloves — can seriously boost your game.
Grip it like a legend. Look good doing it. Play like you’ve got a caddy whispering in your ear.
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