Matt Stevens

Matt Callcott-Stevens started playing golf at the age of 4 when Rory Sabattini's father put a 7-iron and putter in his hand. He has experienced all the highs and lows the game can throw at you and has now settled down as a professional golf writer. He holds a Postgraduate in Sports Marketing and has played golf for 28 years. Current Handicap: 8

10 Common Reasons Why You Can’t Hit Your Driver Well

10 Common Reasons Why You Can’t Hit Your Driver Well

Low loft golf drivers are an impressive piece of engineering. They are shaped to produce explosive ball speed and increased forgiveness for maximum driving distance…

Cart Bag vs Stand Bag: Pros and Cons of Each

Cart Bag vs Stand Bag: Pros and Cons of Each

Your chosen method to navigate the course determines which type of golf bag is best suited for you.
There are four predominant golf bags in the…

2 Iron vs 5 Wood: Tips on When to Use Each Club

2 Iron vs 5 Wood: Tips on When to Use Each Club

As a longstanding proponent of the blades, I will always prefer long irons over fairway woods (if the conditions permit).
However, I suggest the opposite for…

The 10 Best Drivers Under $200 (Pros/Cons of Each)

The 10 Best Drivers Under $200 (Pros/Cons of Each)

As global inflation continues to rise, consumers seek a reprieve at every turn. This has caused some readers to ask about entry-level products from lesser-known…

How to Clean a Golf Bag: A Simple Step-by-Step Checklist

How to Clean a Golf Bag: A Simple Step-by-Step Checklist

It’s not the most fun thing to do, but it’s a good feeling to know your bag is finally clean.
In this article, I will take…

7 Tips to Improve Your Putting Stroke to Sink More Birdies

7 Tips to Improve Your Putting Stroke to Sink More Birdies

Amateurs I speak to spend insane amounts of time worrying about the tiniest equipment specifications. Mostly, their aim is to maximize distance. However, these same…