Under the Strap
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Under The Strap is a unique golf podcast showcasing the authentic insider’s perspective of professional and amateur caddies. Under The Strap is a production of The Caddie Network and is published bi-weekly with extra episodes recorded around major events. The podcast is hosted by veteran PGA Tour professional caddie John Rathouz, who spent 16 years on tour and was on the bag for Top-10 finishes in the Masters, U.S. Open, and PGA Championship with John Merrick, and looped for Seamus Power in the 2016 Rio Olympics. In Under The Strap episodes, Rathouz catches up with the entertaining characters and influencers from the world of golf—past and present—who are closest to the action. Under The Strap covers the PGA Tour’s biggest events including The Masters, U.S. Open, British Open, PGA Championship, The Players Championship and the FedEx Cup, and offers insight into the game’s top players including Tiger Woods, Jordan Spieth, Phil Mickelson, Rory McIlroy, Bryson DeChambeau, Dustin Johnson, Brooks Koepka and many more. Packed with fun and never-before-heard stories, listeners will enjoy learning from the access that only a caddie can provide.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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