by Madison Dors, Student Public Relations Writer
Most golfers know that the more time they practice the game, the better they are likely to become. They say that practice makes perfect.
Isaak Ramsey, however, had a different concern about his game. As a college golfer who taught himself to play competitive golf, he became interested in how golfers can improve faster with limited practice time.
That question led Ramsey to create Play Ready Golf, an app launched in March 2026 that uses motor learning research and performance data to build personalized practice plans. Today, more than 200 golfers across the country are using a tool that began through Ramsey’s quest to improve.
How a Self-Taught Golfer Created a Data-Driven Practice App
From 2018 to 2023, Ramsey played golf for Cedarville University while earning his undergraduate degree in marketing and his master’s degree in strategic innovation. Though the challenges of being self-taught once made him feel left behind, they are now opening doors for him to aid self-taught golfers nationwide.
Ramsey, originally from Peoria, Illinois, partnered with classmate Luke Petelin, a 2020 information technology management graduate, to create Play Ready Golf. The app relies on motor learning research to systematically train golfers by focusing on their weak points. What began as a passion project quickly turned into a business opportunity, allowing the Ramsey and Petelin to not only monetize the app but also serve other golfers.
What Is Play Ready Golf and How Does It Work?
“After graduating, I wanted to keep playing golf, but I found that I had less time to practice,” said Ramsey. “To make the most of my time, I started organizing my training methods to create a system that allowed me to target my weaknesses and progressively strengthen my skills.”
The system is simple. Individuals with the app input statistics from their rounds, and the app generates a program based on their current abilities. While traditional methods typically focus on improving swing technique, Ramsey believes overhauling a swing is a lengthy process that offers no guarantee of improvement. Ramsey, who didn’t have a swing instructor until college, focuses on developing skills that produce results in a relatively short time.
Why Personalized Golf Practice Plans May Improve Scores Faster
“Swing mechanics are incredibly important,” said Ramsey, “but when you're balancing a family, job and other responsibilities, it is crucial to use your practice time effectively. The highest leverage option is practicing the skills that are going to help you achieve lower scores.”
Golf Training App Uses Motor Learning Research To Build Skills
After extensive testing, Play Ready Golf officially launched for public use on March 29, 2026. Including alpha and beta testers, there are now approximately 200 golfers using Play Ready Golf. One alpha tester, who has been using the app since October 2025, has gone from a 12 handicap to a six handicap and recently broke 80 for the first time. Despite the rise of AI-powered apps, Ramsey believes his app offers a specific advantage: experience.
“I think there’s something to be said for using a product from somebody who experienced failure and then went on to make a product to allow people to avoid those same mistakes,” said Ramsey. “We’re already seeing great success from those who use the app, and it’s been unbelievably rewarding.”
Much of what Ramsey is selling comes back to accountability and implementation. In an age where information is more accessible than ever, Play Ready Golf offers golfers the convenience of a tested practice plan that they can trust.
Play Ready Golf Focuses on Lower Scores Through Smarter Practice
“Our focus with the app is to help improve their golf skills in a way that results in lower scores,” said Ramsey. “People who work full-time jobs need to use every second on the course improving their golf skills in quantifiable ways. This app will do that for any golfer,” said Ramsey.
About Cedarville University
Cedarville University, an evangelical Christian institution in southwest Ohio, offers undergraduate and graduate residential and online programs across arts, sciences and professional fields. With 7,265 students, it is among Ohio's largest private universities and is ranked among the nation’s top five evangelical universities in the Wall Street Journal’s 2026 Best Colleges in the U.S. Cedarville is also known for its vibrant Christian community, challenging academics and high graduation and retention rates. Learn more at cedarville.edu.
