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The Skillest Podcast

Skillest
Golf Coaching
Skillist
PGA Tour
LIV Golf
Tiger Woods
Masters Tournament
Augusta National Golf Club
Golf Coaching Methods and Systems
Golf Digest
Golf Instruction
Riviera Country Club
High Performance Coaching
Three-Dimensional (3D) Swing Analysis
Short Game Functional Debate
Avoda Golf
DP World Tour
St Andrews
Rory Mcilroy
Social Media and Online Coaching
Golf Media

The Skilly Pod is for golfers and coaches who care about getting better — on and off the course.

Hosted by Baden Schaff and Alex Clapp, the show covers everything from game improvement and coaching insights to what’s actually happening in golf right now.

It’s real conversations, practical advice, and plenty of fun along the way.

Each episode mixes:

Honest takes on improving your game

Coaching... more

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Latest Episodes

The coaching industry is changing faster than ever.

In this episode, the Skilly boys dive into what modern coaching really looks like in 2026—and why the coaches who thrive over the next decade won't simply teach more lessons. They'll build better s... more

Sean Foley has coached some of the biggest names in golf, but this conversation goes far beyond the golf swing.

Sean joins Baden Schaff and Alex Clapp for one of the deepest discussions we've ever had on coaching, performance and what it really take... more

Clappy is back from his first major as a coach, and it was a good one. He breaks down how Royal Birkdale played at The Open — pins tucked on the edge of every green, morning waves getting the calm before the afternoon storm, and how firm-and-fast con... more

Six DP World Tour wins. One of the most respected short games the sport's ever produced. This week we sit down with Brett Rumford — the Perth kid who was too small to reach par fours in two, so he built a short game that carried him around the world ... more

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Recent Guests

Brett Rumford
Icon of short game and noted instructor; announced as upcoming guest
Short game coaching world
Episode: Shallow Early, Steep Late: The Fade vs. Draw Debate
Chris Trott
Club fitter and founder of Trottie Golf
Trottie Golf
Episode: Why Club Fitting Is Broken! Chris Trott (Trottie Golf) on Tour Truths, Fitting Myths & the Future of the Game
Drew Steckel
World-class golf coach who has coached on the PGA Tour and Live Tour
Independent coach / Skillest partner
Episode: What Happens When a 24-Year-Old Starts Coaching the World's Best Golfers? The Drew Steckel Story
Keith Bennett
Golf coach who built a coaching empire via Skillist and social media
Independent golf coach
Episode: Keith Bennett built a 360,000-follower coaching empire as a self proclaimed introvert.
Luke Kerr-Dineen
Golf Digest writer and editor focused on golf instruction and media
Golf Digest
Episode: The Most Powerful Man In Golf Coaching! Luke Kerr-Dineen
Mark Govier
Superstar coach on Skillest; high-performance coach at Altus
Altus / Skillest
Episode: High Performance Habits: What Elite Coaching Really Looks Like — with Mark Govier
Tom Bailey
Founder of Avoda Golf
Avoda Golf
Episode: The man who built Bryson's clubs! Tom Bailey of Avoda Golf

Hosts

Baden Schaff
Host of The Skillest Podcast, emphasizing practical coaching and industry insights.
Alex Clapp
Co-host focusing on coaching perspectives, technology, and tour-level insights.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 41 ratings
  • Love this podcast

    I wish they’d bring it back, I love listening the the guy called David Lutterus.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MrScubasteve
    United States3 years ago
  • Excellent listen

    Really entertaining podcast. Gives you an insight into the professional world of golf but from a layman’s perspective as the boys ask down to earth questions so it’s not just scratch golfer speak. Good stuff

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    threalbomberdale
    Australia4 years ago
  • Informative and entertaining

    Great start to your “podcasting”. Show is very informative whilst also entertaining. Had some terrific guests and can’t wait to see who you have lined up!

    Twitter: @Knight_Ryders

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Munny76
    Australia4 years ago
  • Great show!

    Super entertaining, informative, and interesting. This has a ton of potential.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    zacharyadamgray
    United States4 years ago
  • Great Insight

    Really great insight from two great golf minds. And as someone who has caddied for and played with Luda, dude is an absolute flusher.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Danman0421
    United States4 years ago

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Experts say guests bring real-world coaching tactics and scalable insights.
Listeners praise down-to-earth questions and practical tips for coaches and players.

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#76
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Apple Podcasts
#18
United Kingdom/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#88
Canada/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#21
Australia/Sports/Golf
Apple Podcasts
#21
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Apple Podcasts
#45
Germany/Sports/Golf

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What Happens When a 24-Year-Old Starts Coaching the World's Best Golfers? The Drew Steckel Story
Q: What makes a great coach in the modern era, especially for tour players?
Ownership of the player's development, clear communication, adaptability, and the ability to simplify complexity for the player are key traits, along with avoiding ego and treating coaching as a collaborative journey.
What Happens When a 24-Year-Old Starts Coaching the World's Best Golfers? The Drew Steckel Story
Q: What inspired you to start coaching on tour at such a young age, and how did you navigate that early period?
Drew explains he learned quickly by surrounding himself with experienced coaches, focusing on practical guidance and developing his own coaching identity rather than chasing status. He emphasizes being true to his style and serving the players' needs first.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Skillest Podcast

What is The Skillest Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on practical golf coaching, performance improvement, and industry happenings, led by two coaches who lean into actionable tips, real-world coaching stories, and candid discussions about equipment, fit, and the evolving golf landscape. Episodes balance technique debates (shallow vs deep shallowing, fade vs draw), coaching philosophy, junior and college development, club fitting, and behind-the-scenes looks at tour life and media influence. Notable is the strong focus on platform-enabled coaching communities, data-informed practice, and a willingness to tease up-and-coming guests from the coaching and equipment worlds, all with casual banter and a coach-to-coach vibe. It's likely to appeal to golf instructors, serious amateur... more

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2. Chris Trott
3. Drew Steckel
4. Keith Bennett
5. Luke Kerr-Dineen
6. Mark Govier
7. Tom Bailey

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