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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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    • Sports
    • 4.8 • 35 Ratings

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.

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

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

    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!
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    • 54 min
    Sports Analyst Jonathan Coachman on his career, friendship with Joe LaCava and more

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

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

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

    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!
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    • 1 hr 12 min
    PGA Golf Professional Keith Stewart on 2022 PGA Tour, Tiger Woods, golf betting and more

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

    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!
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    • 1 hr 1 min
    Caddie Sam Workman on wins this season, caddie life, player Steve Alker and more

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

    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.
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    • 31 min
    NFL running back Danny Woodhead on football career, golf, caddies and more

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

    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.
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    • 52 min

Customer Reviews

4.8 out of 5
35 Ratings

35 Ratings

jimbar1129 ,

Great work

Been a big fan, but it is time to reach out to the other caddies, getting tired hearing from the 5 or 6 caddies that are always on. You must have more friends.

caity k from nyc ,

a must subscribe

love these caddies. so funny.

egins11 ,

Caddie stories

These guys are actually pretty funny

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