GOLFTEC Scramble

Seven GOLFTEC Coaches Named to Golf Digest's Best Young Teachers in America List

Josh Troyer, Connie Chen, Bryan Collins and Jacob Babcock return to the list, and Zach Estridge, Mike Ray and Eric Jordan join them for the first time.

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September 24, 2026
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Tips & Drills from GOLFTEC Coaches

Golf Tips & Drills
August 26, 2026
3 minutes
Losing Distance with Age: Common Faults and Fixes

As golfers age, a natural decrease in flexibility and muscle speed often leads to a noticeable loss in driving distance. Many senior golfers attempt to compensate for this loss of mobility by forcing speed with their arms, introducing critical swing faults that further destroy distance and accuracy. Drawing from GOLFTEC’s database of millions of swings, this guide identifies the top 3 swing faults caused by aging and offers data-driven mechanics fixes to restore lost yards without risking injury.

Golf Tips & Drills
August 10, 2026
3 minutes
How to Stop Hitting Fat Shots/Thin Shots

Struggling with fat or thin golf shots? The problem may not be your swing speed, it may be where your swing’s low point is reaching the ground. Learn what causes fat and thin shots, how ball position affects short-game contact, and how head and hip movement can change your low point during the full swing. GOLFTEC coaches break down simple adjustments and drills to help you improve ball striking, make more consistent contact, and stop guessing at the fix.

Golf Tips & Drills
4 minutes
Why Am I Slicing the Ball? Causes and Fixes

Why am I slicing the ball? A golf slice can have more than one cause, and the right fix depends on what is happening in your swing. Learn how your grip, clubface, swing path and downswing sequence can create a slice and what you can do to start hitting straighter, more consistent golf shots. GOLFTEC breaks down the mechanics behind the slice and explains why simply trying to swing more from the inside isn't always the answer.

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Club Launch
April 20, 2026
4 Min
PING G Le4 Women’s Clubs: Lightweight Speed, Total Confidence, and Effortless Performance

The PING G Le series represents the gold standard in premium, high performance equipment designed specifically for women. Engineered for maximum MOI (forgiveness) and lightweight swing speed, these clubs utilize advanced aerodynamic shaping and high-density tungsten weighting to optimize launch angles. Through a TECFIT® Custom Club Fitting, GOLFTEC coaches analyze your specific swing data to determine the ideal shaft flex, length, and grip size ensuring that the "Effortless Performance" of the G Le series translates into measurable distance gains on the course.

Club Launch
February 10, 2026
5 min
Top draw-biased drivers 2026

Struggling with a slice? We break down the top three most draw-biased drivers of 2026 and explain how each one helps golfers start the ball left, close the face, and hit more consistent draws.

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Club Launch
February 3, 2026
4 min
2026 Cobra KING Irons: Power, Precision, and Playability

Discover the new 2026 Cobra KING irons, engineered for faster ball speeds, consistent distance, and confidence-inspiring feel. Learn how modern PWRSHELL face tech, progressive design, and tour-inspired shaping deliver performance for every golfer—and why a professional club fitting at GOLFTEC helps unlock their full potential.

GOLFTEC In The News

In the News
September 24, 2026
2 minutes
Seven GOLFTEC Coaches Named to Golf Digest's Best Young Teachers in America List

Josh Troyer, Connie Chen, Bryan Collins and Jacob Babcock return to the list, and Zach Estridge, Mike Ray and Eric Jordan join them for the first time.

In the News
August 31, 2026
GOLFTEC Named to the Inc. 5000 Fastest Growing Private Companies List for the 15th Time

Golf's leading technology-driven coaching company recognized for sustained revenue growth from 2022 to 2025, underscoring more than a decade of consistent expansion

In the News
February 10, 2026
4 min
As Seen on Golf Channel: Why GOLFTEC Coaches Are Trusted to Analyze the Game’s Biggest Moments

GOLFTEC coaches are featured on Golf Channel for their ability to analyze swings with clarity, precision, and data. Learn how that same expert insight defines every personalized GOLFTEC lesson.

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Golf Tips & Drills
October 14, 2025
4 min
Rethinking Your Strategy on Par 3s

Mastering par 3s isn’t about chasing flags — it’s about smart strategy and knowing your numbers. GOLFTEC’s Nick Clearwater shows how to pick the right landing zones, aim away from trouble, and factor in your shot dispersion patterns to play safer, lower-scoring golf. By adjusting your target based on your skill level and understanding your misses.

Cameron Kelly
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OPTIMOTION
October 14, 2025
3 min
How to Unlock Your Best Golf Swing with OPTIMOTION Technology

Take the guesswork out of your swing! GOLFTEC’s OPTIMOTION uses 3D motion capture to measure every move — no sensors needed. See your real swing, fix your flaws, and play your best golf yet.

Cameron Kelly
Golf Tips & Drills
October 17, 2025
3 min
Train Smarter with the New SKYTRAK ST MAX Launch Monitor

The new SKYTRAK ST MAX launch monitor is now available for preorder! Experience GOLFTEC-powered Speed Training, plus a new internal and color design.

Cameron Kelly
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OPTIMOTION
October 2, 2025
2 min
Practice Powered by OPTI: Train Smarter, Play Better

Meet Practice Powered by OPTI—the first-of-its-class golf AI assistant. Designed to deliver instant feedback, smarter practice, and gamified challenges, OPTI makes every swing a step toward real improvement.

Cameron Kelly
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GOLFTEC Student Journeys
September 24, 2025
2 min
From Slice to Success: Jacob Shaved 15 Strokes Off His Game in 6 Months

When Jacob came to GOLFTEC Clearwater, he struggled with a rightward miss and inconsistent contact. Coach James Nigh built a focused plan to eliminate sway in Jacob’s backswing, improve his club path, and develop better low point control.

Cameron Kelly
OPTIMOTION
September 23, 2025
3 min
How OPTIMOTION Helps Golfers Unlock More Swing Speed

Arm depth and shoulder turn could be the hidden keys to your distance. In this OPTIMOTION golf lesson, we break down how small adjustments can unlock more swing speed, consistency, and ball speed. See the data, learn the moves, and start hitting it longer today.

Cameron Kelly
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In the News
September 22, 2025
3 min
Celebrating Excellence: 34 GOLFTEC Coaches Named in Golf Digest’s Best Teachers in Every State (2026-2027)

We are thrilled to announce with great pride that 34 GOLFTEC coaches have been named to Golf Digest's 'Best Teachers in Every State' list for 2026-2027.

Cameron Kelly
Club Fitting
September 17, 2025
3 min
August’s Hottest Clubs at GOLFTEC

A rundown of August’s top-5 best-selling clubs at GOLFTEC — from the wedge that is dominating short game performance to the driver that’s getting praise for its forgiveness. Discover which clubs golfers can’t stop buying, what makes each one special, and tips to help you pick what suits your game.

Cameron Kelly
Club Fitting
September 16, 2025
3 min
GOLFTEC Iron Fitting: Maximize Distance & Green Hits

For any golfer in the 90s handicap range, elevating your game is about more than adding hours to practice. It means having clubs tailored to your swing. A full iron fitting at GOLFTEC can be a game-changer. See how a club fitting can elevate your game!

Cameron Kelly
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Golf Tips & Drills
September 9, 2025
2 min
Why You Top the Ball on Your Golf Swing

Topping the ball ruining your iron shots? Learn the two most common causes—hanging back and the dreaded chicken wing—and discover simple, effective drills to strike the ball clean and confident every time.

Cameron Kelly
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Golf Tips & Drills
September 8, 2025
2 min
Add Instantly More Distance with Two Small Golf Swing Tweaks

Boost clubhead speed with two easy, data-backed tweaks: speed up your backswing to increase body rotation, and use knee flex like a spring—straighten your trail leg in the backswing, then flex it explosively into the downswing for added power.

Cameron Kelly
Club Fitting
September 3, 2025
3 min
Long Irons or Hybrids: Which One Should Be in Your Bag?

Curious whether a long iron or hybrid should be your go-to long game club? Dive into this easy-to-follow breakdown comparing long irons’ precision and low, wind-piercing ball flight with the hybrid’s forgiving, higher-launching versatility. We unpack what mid-handicappers, beginners, and shots from tricky lies can expect—and why GOLFTEC club fittings make all the difference.

Cameron Kelly

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