Cameron McCormick, who has been Jordan Spieth’s coach since he was 12 and was named PGA of America Instructor of the Year in 2015, is one of the most respected coaches on the tour. Here’s a look at his background, his teaching method, and a summary of his lesson.
Who is Cameron McCormick?
Cameron McCormick is a golf professional based in Dallas, Texas. He founded Altus Performance, a coaching program for elite athletes, and oversees the club's training program Trinity Forest.
He is best known for being the coach of Jordan Spieth, which he has been following since 2006.
The Career of Cameron McCormick, Jordan Spieth's Coach
From Brook Hollow to Altus Performance
He spent more than ten years as an instructor at the Brook Hollow Golf Club in Dallas. In 2016, he launched Altus Performance at Trinity Forest and the Old American Golf Club with his business partner, Corey Lundberg.
Career Highlights
- PGA of America Teacher of the Year in 2015.
- Ranked among GOLF Magazine's Top 100 Instructors.
- Coach of Jordan Spieth, winner of the Masters and the U.S. Open in 2015.
Cameron McCormick's Method: From the Simplest to the Most Technical
Cameron McCormick addresses a flaw in stages. He starts with the simplest instruction, then moves on to the body, and doesn’t address the finer points of technique until last. For the hook, he first works on the feel of the clubface, then the body rotation, and finally the wrist and left arm. He also points out that a slightly closed clubface is better than an open one.
Cameron McCormick's Lesson on Best Golf Tips
- Hook (Hook, Body Rotation): Hook: The Titleist Coaches' Three-Step Method, with Corey Lundberg.
Titleist also filmed Dave Phillips, Joe Plecker, Justin Parsons, Jason Baile and Trillium Rose.
FAQ About Cameron McCormick
Who is Cameron McCormick?
Cameron McCormick is a golf coach based in Dallas, the founder of Altus Performance, the director of instruction at Trinity Forest Golf Club, and Jordan Spieth's coach.
How long has he been coaching Jordan Spieth?
Since 2006: Jordan Spieth was 12 years old at the time. It is one of the longest-running player-coach relationships on the tour.
Is Cameron McCormick a well-known teacher?
Yes. The PGA of America named him Instructor of the Year in 2015, and he is listed among GOLF Magazine’s Top 100 Instructors.
Which lesson by Cameron McCormick can be found on Best Golf Tips?
A summary of his Titleist lesson on hooking, with Corey Lundberg: the clubface, then body rotation, then the wrist and left arm.
