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The Masters: A Test of Nerve and Shotmaking on Hallowed Ground

Tour · Jul 31, 2026

The Masters: A Test of Nerve and Shotmaking on Hallowed Ground

Augusta National awaits, demanding precision and a cool head. We're looking for the complete package.

Tour's Short Game: Where the Money is Made (and Lost)

Tour · Jul 30, 2026

Tour's Short Game: Where the Money is Made (and Lost)

Unpacking the putts and chips that define a tour season, and what it means for your Saturday morning round.

Matt Wallace is quietly gaining strokes, but what's next?

Tour · Jul 29, 2026

Matt Wallace is quietly gaining strokes, but what's next?

The Englishman has been a ball-striking machine over his last five starts, but has little to show for it. I took a closer look.

A Rising Tide: The Quiet Ascent of Aaron Rai's Ball-Striking

Tour · Jul 29, 2026

A Rising Tide: The Quiet Ascent of Aaron Rai's Ball-Striking

While the headlines chase the big names, Aaron Rai's consistent, top-tier ball-striking is a masterclass in quiet improvement. Let's dig into what his numbers really say.

What the winning bag actually tells us

Tour · Jul 27, 2026

What the winning bag actually tells us

Every Sunday a bag gets photographed and every Monday somebody buys the wrong club

Tour Rookie Chris Gotterup: The Sleeper Pick No One's Talking About Yet

Tour · Aug 6, 2026

Tour Rookie Chris Gotterup: The Sleeper Pick No One's Talking About Yet

Keep an eye on Chris Gotterup. He's got the raw power and the quiet confidence to make some noise. Don't be surprised when he breaks through.

Major Musings: U.S. Open at Pinehurst No. 2

Tour · Aug 6, 2026

Major Musings: U.S. Open at Pinehurst No. 2

Brace yourselves, this isn't your typical birdies-and-bogies affair. Pinehurst demands precision, patience, and a touch of madness.

Putting and Short-Game Trends on the PGA Tour: A Deep Dive

Tour · Aug 6, 2026

Putting and Short-Game Trends on the PGA Tour: A Deep Dive

From belly putters to chipping yips, I'm breaking down what's working (and what isn't) on the greens this season.

A Rising Tide: Alex Noren's Quiet Ascent in Ball-Striking

Tour · Aug 6, 2026

A Rising Tide: Alex Noren's Quiet Ascent in Ball-Striking

While the spotlight often shines on others, Alex Noren is steadily building a formidable ball-striking foundation, making him a player to watch.

Cut-line Chaos: Who Survives and Thrives This Weekend?

Tour · Aug 6, 2026

Cut-line Chaos: Who Survives and Thrives This Weekend?

The numbers don't lie, but they certainly tell a dramatic story as we sift through the wreckage of missed cuts and celebrate those who made it to the weekend.

Major Championship Spotlight: Pinehurst No. 2 and the US Open

Tour · Aug 5, 2026

Major Championship Spotlight: Pinehurst No. 2 and the US Open

Understanding the unique demands of Pinehurst No. 2 and what it takes to conquer the US Open.

Tour Desk: The Putter's Reign - Decoding Short Game Trends on the PGA Tour

Tour · Aug 5, 2026

Tour Desk: The Putter's Reign - Decoding Short Game Trends on the PGA Tour

While bombs and birdies dominate highlight reels, the silent killers around the green are quietly shaping the season's narratives and leaderboards.

My Ball-Striking Sleeper: Anirban Lahiri

Tour · Aug 5, 2026

My Ball-Striking Sleeper: Anirban Lahiri

Anirban Lahiri has been quietly improving his approach play and I think he's primed for a breakout as a value play.

When Math is More Than Just Numbers: The Cut-Line Conundrum

Tour · Aug 5, 2026

When Math is More Than Just Numbers: The Cut-Line Conundrum

The Friday afternoon dance between projected cuts and actual weekend participants is a high-stakes affair that separates the contenders from the also-rans. Let's break it down.

Stealing Wisdom from the Winner's Bag: Precision over Power at Bay Hill

Tour · Aug 5, 2026

Stealing Wisdom from the Winner's Bag: Precision over Power at Bay Hill

Keegan Bradley's victory at the Arnold Palmer Invitational showed us that sometimes, the best driver isn't the longest, but the one that keeps you in play.

Unpacking the Short Game: What's Really Happening on Tour Greens

Tour · Aug 4, 2026

Unpacking the Short Game: What's Really Happening on Tour Greens

From putting strokes to chipping techniques, I'm breaking down the short-game trends defining this PGA Tour season. It's not what you think.

It's Time to Talk About Tony Finau's Ball-Striking

Tour · Aug 4, 2026

It's Time to Talk About Tony Finau's Ball-Striking

While the putter may still be hot and cold, Finau's approach play is quietly reaching elite levels once again.

Cut-Line Chaos: Who's in, Who's Out, and What It Means for the Weekend

Tour · Aug 4, 2026

Cut-Line Chaos: Who's in, Who's Out, and What It Means for the Weekend

The numbers game is in full swing, and a few big names are sweating bullets as the cut line jitters.

The Winning Bag: Stealing Strokes from the Pros

Tour · Aug 4, 2026

The Winning Bag: Stealing Strokes from the Pros

Analyzing the champion's setup and how everyday golfers can adapt their winning strategies.

A True Test: Why This Week's Course Setup Will Separate the Elite

Tour · Aug 4, 2026

A True Test: Why This Week's Course Setup Will Separate the Elite

Homie Golf breaks down how strategic course design and conditions are creating an environment where only the sharpest will survive.

Sam Burns: The Quiet Ascent of a Ball-Striking Maverick

Tour · Aug 3, 2026

Sam Burns: The Quiet Ascent of a Ball-Striking Maverick

While the headlines chase the big names, Sam Burns is meticulously rebuilding his game, one precise iron shot at a time. The numbers don't lie.

The Cut Line: When Good Isn't Good Enough

Tour · Aug 3, 2026

The Cut Line: When Good Isn't Good Enough

Friday's cut was a masterclass in separating contenders from pretenders, leaving a few big names on the outside looking in.

Stealing Strokes: What You Can Learn From This Week's Winning Bag

Tour · Aug 3, 2026

Stealing Strokes: What You Can Learn From This Week's Winning Bag

Our winner showed us that sometimes, the biggest gains aren't in the longest clubs, but in the most trusted ones. Here's how.

This Week's Tour Setup: A True Test of Precision and Patience

Tour · Aug 3, 2026

This Week's Tour Setup: A True Test of Precision and Patience

Homie Golf breaks down how the course setup this week will separate the contenders from the pretenders, favoring disciplined ball-strikers.

Unpacking the Gear Shifts: A Deep Dive into Recent Tour Equipment Changes

Tour · Aug 3, 2026

Unpacking the Gear Shifts: A Deep Dive into Recent Tour Equipment Changes

From subtle tweaks to wholesale overhauls, I'm breaking down the strategic moves pros are making with their bags and why it matters.

Cut-Line Chaos: Who's in, Who's Out, and What It Means for Your Weekend

Tour · Aug 2, 2026

Cut-Line Chaos: Who's in, Who's Out, and What It Means for Your Weekend

The leaderboard is tight, and the margin for error is razor-thin. Let's break down the mathematical scramble at the cut line.

Steal This: The Winning Bag from the [Latest PGA Tour Event Name] - Your Game's Next Edge

Tour · Aug 2, 2026

Steal This: The Winning Bag from the [Latest PGA Tour Event Name] - Your Game's Next Edge

Unpacking the setup that dominated, and the actionable insights for your weekend rounds. It's more than just gear; it's a mindset.

This Week's Tour Setup: A True Test of Precision, Not Just Power

Tour · Aug 2, 2026

This Week's Tour Setup: A True Test of Precision, Not Just Power

Homie Golf breaks down how this week's course design is separating the contenders from the pretenders with surgical accuracy.

Unpacking the Equipment Shifts on Tour: A Deep Dive into Player-Club Dynamics

Tour · Aug 2, 2026

Unpacking the Equipment Shifts on Tour: A Deep Dive into Player-Club Dynamics

From subtle tweaks to wholesale overhauls, understanding why tour pros change their gear offers a unique window into the relentless pursuit of perfection.

Caddie Decisions and Course Management: A Tournament's Defining Moments

Tour · Aug 2, 2026

Caddie Decisions and Course Management: A Tournament's Defining Moments

The unwritten rule of golf is that every shot counts, but some count more than others. In high-stakes moments, the caddie's read and the player's course management can make or break a championship.

The Winning Bag: A Glimpse into Success for the Home Golfer

Tour · Aug 1, 2026

The Winning Bag: A Glimpse into Success for the Home Golfer

Analyzing the tools of a champion and extracting actionable insights for your own game, from driver to putter.

This Week's Course Setup: A True Test of Precision and Patience

Tour · Aug 1, 2026

This Week's Course Setup: A True Test of Precision and Patience

The PGA Tour's latest venue demands more than just raw power, favoring accuracy and a sharp short game. This is how the field will be separated.

When is a club change more than just a club change?

Tour · Aug 1, 2026

When is a club change more than just a club change?

Bubba Watson’s putter swap and Scottie Scheffler’s driver adjustment show that sometimes, it's about the mental game as much as the tech.

The Silent Architects: How Caddies and Course Management Shape Victory

Tour · Aug 1, 2026

The Silent Architects: How Caddies and Course Management Shape Victory

Sometimes the biggest swings aren't made with a club, but with a decision. Let's look at how crucial caddie calls and strategic course play determine who lifts the trophy.

Unleashing the Beast: Why Distance Reigns Supreme on Tour, and What It Means for You

Tour · Aug 1, 2026

Unleashing the Beast: Why Distance Reigns Supreme on Tour, and What It Means for You

We've all heard the debate: Bomb it or find the fairway? The data from the Tour tells a clear story, and it's a lesson we can all apply.

This Week's Course Setup: A True Test of Precision, Not Just Power

Tour · Jul 31, 2026

This Week's Course Setup: A True Test of Precision, Not Just Power

The subtle nuances of this week's PGA Tour venue will expose who has the all-around game and who's just riding a hot putter.

Unpacking Tour Gear Shifts: Why Pros Shake Up the Bag

Tour · Jul 31, 2026

Unpacking Tour Gear Shifts: Why Pros Shake Up the Bag

From subtle weight adjustments to complete club overhauls, understanding the 'why' behind a pro's equipment change offers a window into their mindset and the constant chase for perfection.

On The Bag: The Caddie's Crucial Call at Colonial

Tour · Jul 31, 2026

On The Bag: The Caddie's Crucial Call at Colonial

Sometimes, the difference between victory and runner-up isn't a swing, but the advice given before it. Let's look at Colonial.

When Long Isn't Always Strong: The Tour's Driving Dilemma and Your Game

Tour · Jul 31, 2026

When Long Isn't Always Strong: The Tour's Driving Dilemma and Your Game

You've heard it a million times: drive for show, putt for dough. But this week on Tour had me thinking about that old adage, and how modern golf is making us rethink what truly matters off the tee. Is brute force the only way to win?

Tour Desk: Tom Kim, A Rookie Ready To Be A Household Name

Tour · Jul 31, 2026

Tour Desk: Tom Kim, A Rookie Ready To Be A Household Name

Before the FedEx St. Jude, everyone talked about the usual cast of characters. But Tom Kim? He's the real deal.

Gear Scramble: Why the Pros are Swapping Clubs

Tour · Jul 30, 2026

Gear Scramble: Why the Pros are Swapping Clubs

From major wins to subtle tweaks, tour players are constantly refining their bags. I'm looking at why these equipment changes matter beyond the headlines.

On The Bag: When Caddie Calls Define Championships

Tour · Jul 30, 2026

On The Bag: When Caddie Calls Define Championships

Beyond the swing, the caddie's counsel in critical moments often charts the course from contender to champion. Let's break down where it mattered most.

Unleashing the Beast: Why Distance Reigns on Tour, and What It Means For You

Tour · Jul 30, 2026

Unleashing the Beast: Why Distance Reigns on Tour, and What It Means For You

The age-old debate: bombs or darts? On the PGA Tour, the answer is crystal clear, but for us weekend warriors, the calculus shifts.

My Bets on Akshay Bhatia for a Breakout Year

Tour · Jul 30, 2026

My Bets on Akshay Bhatia for a Breakout Year

Akshay Bhatia is making waves early in the season. Here's why I think he's got the goods to be a real contender.

Major Championship Play: What it takes to Win

Tour · Jul 30, 2026

Major Championship Play: What it takes to Win

The PGA Championship is next up on the major schedule. Here’s what we’re looking for in a winner given Valhalla Golf Club’s layout.

On the Brink: When Caddie Calls and Course Management Shape Destiny

Tour · Jul 29, 2026

On the Brink: When Caddie Calls and Course Management Shape Destiny

It's easy to see the score, but harder to see the moments that truly make a champion. Sometimes, it all comes down to a well-played decision.

Drive for Show, Putt for Dough (and Accuracy)? Not Anymore, Homies.

Tour · Jul 29, 2026

Drive for Show, Putt for Dough (and Accuracy)? Not Anymore, Homies.

The long ball reigns supreme on Tour. If you're still preaching accuracy over distance, you're playing a different game. Let's talk about why.

Christiaan Bezuidenhout Is Coming. And He's Packing Heavy.

Tour · Jul 29, 2026

Christiaan Bezuidenhout Is Coming. And He's Packing Heavy.

Homie Golf was on site at the Valspar Championship. The kid from South Africa quietly announced himself. Don't miss this read.

The Next Major: US Open at Pinehurst No. 2

Tour · Jul 29, 2026

The Next Major: US Open at Pinehurst No. 2

Pinehurst No. 2 demands an elite short game, and this year, it'll separate the pretenders from the contenders faster than usual.

Putting & Short Game: What This Season's Stats Tell Us

Tour · Jul 29, 2026

Putting & Short Game: What This Season's Stats Tell Us

Homie Golf dives into the numbers that matter most around the greens in this PGA Tour season. What's working and what's not.

Caddie Decisions and Course Management: A Tournament's Defining Moments

Tour · Jul 29, 2026

Caddie Decisions and Course Management: A Tournament's Defining Moments

Sometimes, the difference between hoisting the trophy and shaking hands on 18 isn’t a swing, but a conversation. Let’s dissect the strategic choices that separate champions.

Unpacking Power: Do We Prioritize Distance Over Acuracy?

Tour · Jul 29, 2026

Unpacking Power: Do We Prioritize Distance Over Acuracy?

The PGA Tour's love affair with the long ball isn't just about entertainment. It's a strategic shift, and it has profound implications for how we, the weekend warriors, approach our own game.

Emiliano Grillo: The Quiet Contender Who Could Be This Year's Breakthrough

Tour · Jul 29, 2026

Emiliano Grillo: The Quiet Contender Who Could Be This Year's Breakthrough

Grillo's understated consistency makes him a dark horse for a FedExCup run, flying under the radar while others grab headlines.

The First Major of the Year: Augusta National's Demands

Tour · Jul 29, 2026

The First Major of the Year: Augusta National's Demands

Augusta National isn't just a test of golf; it's a crucible of composure, strategy, and pure ball-striking. Only the sharpest prevail.

Tour's Putting Pains and Short Game Gains

Tour · Jul 29, 2026

Tour's Putting Pains and Short Game Gains

A close look at how the best are (and aren't) getting it done around the greens this PGA Tour season.

Setup report: firm, fast and honestly a little mean

Tour · Jul 24, 2026

Setup report: firm, fast and honestly a little mean

Green speeds crept up again and the scoring average told on everybody

Rookie watch: the ones whose games actually travel

Tour · Jul 20, 2026

Rookie watch: the ones whose games actually travel

Big numbers in college do not always survive a Tour green complex

Putting: the stat everyone quotes wrong

Tour · Jul 16, 2026

Putting: the stat everyone quotes wrong

Strokes gained putting is not a measure of a good stroke

Caddie notes: wind clubs and cold nerves

Tour · Jul 12, 2026

Caddie notes: wind clubs and cold nerves

What the loops are actually saying in the fairway

Majors preview: who actually fits the golf course

Tour · Jul 7, 2026

Majors preview: who actually fits the golf course

Form is loud, fit is quiet, fit usually wins

Equipment changes that actually moved the needle

Tour · Jul 2, 2026

Equipment changes that actually moved the needle

Five switches this season that showed up in the numbers

The cut-line math nobody explains

Tour · Jun 26, 2026

The cut-line math nobody explains

Why Friday afternoon is the most stressful golf on earth

What I learned walking 18 holes inside the ropes

Tour · Jun 20, 2026

What I learned walking 18 holes inside the ropes

TV flattens everything, including the fear

Schedule shakeup: what it means for the people watching

Tour · Jun 14, 2026

Schedule shakeup: what it means for the people watching

Fewer events, bigger fields, more arguments

Driving distance is not the story

Tour · Jun 7, 2026

Driving distance is not the story

It never was, and the shot data keeps saying so

Sunday pressure and the three-foot problem

Tour · May 30, 2026

Sunday pressure and the three-foot problem

The shortest putts get the longest on Sunday

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