Rick Shiels Is a British YouTuber and golf professional, best known for his YouTube channel, Rick Shiels Golf.
In June 2019, Shiels’ channel became the biggest golf channel on YouTube after surpassing 561,500 subscribers. He now has way over the 2.5 million mark.
Shiels’ content covers many aspects of golf, including equipment reviews, instructional tips, stories and so much more. His videos have included celebrities like Robbie Williams and Eddie Hall.
So just who is he? Let’s step into the life of YouTube golf extraordinaire.
How old is Rick Shiels?
Rick was born on the 3rd of July 1985, meaning he is currently 38 years old. He was born in Bolton, England.
Rick Shiels Net Worth
Rick has an estimated net worth of around £1.37m ($1.74M).
YouTubers.Me state: It’s difficult to estimate the exact net worth of Rick Shiels Golf. However, according to some sources, the channel earns around $1 million per year from YouTube ads, sponsorships, and merchandise sales.
Moreover, Shiels is a successful golf coach and a professional golfer, which means that he earns a significant amount of money from coaching fees and tournament winnings.
What golf clubs does Rick Shiels use?
Here are all the golf clubs Shiels currently uses, correct as of March 2024.
- Driver: Ping G425 Max driver (9º; Mitsubishi Tensei 65 X-Stiff shaft)
- Fairway: Cobra King F7 fairway wood (14.5º; Fujikura 65 X-Stiff shaft)
- Driving Iron: Titleist U505 driving iron (21º; HZRDUS Smoke 6.5 Low Spin shaft)
- Irons: Titleist T100 2021 irons (4i-9i; Project X 6.5 shafts)
- Wedges: Titleist T100 2023 pitching wedge (46º; Project X 6.5 shaft)
- Putter: Evnroll ER2v putter (34 inches; Evnroll Tour Tack grip)
What drivers has he used previously?
Rick has used the Ping G425 Max for the past couple of seasons. He had used the new Adams driver but quickly ditched it, and then had the Cobra Darkspeed LS in the bag which to many is a surprising choice.
How did he start playing golf?
Shiels began playing golf at Hart Common Golf Club in Westhoughton, England at just 11 years old. He earned a diploma in golf studies at Myerscough College.
At 21 years old, he got his first job in the golf industry. He began working at Mere Golf and Country Club in Cheshire after completing his PGA training and becoming a qualified pro. He then went on to work at Trafford Golf Centre, where in 2011, his YouTube channel was born.
Rick Shiels Golf Lesson
You can find all of Shiels’ various golf lessons on his website. His content ranges from beginners to intermediates, to experts – so there’s something for everyone. An example of one of his videos is below.
What is his YouTube channel called?
His YouTube channel is simply named ‘Rick Shiels Golf‘. He has amassed way over 2.5 million subscribers since the channel’s first upload in 2011.
Rick Shiels wife
Shiels’ wife is called Claire. The pair met in 2007 were initially good friends and decided to date after becoming well-known.
They tied the knot in marriage in 2013. The duo also have three children together – Jude, Pearl and Ivy. One boy and two girls.
Other than a few posts on social media, the couple keep their relationship off-screen. Similar to the kids.
Rick Shiels podcast
Rick has a podcast called the ‘The Rick Shiels Golf Show‘. A new weekly episode on Tuesdays is available on YouTube and Spotify.
Each new podcast brings you golf chat (and none golf chat) from Rick and various special guests.
Rick Shiels Instagram
You can find Rick on Instagram under the handle @rickshielspga. Shiels is also on Twitter/X under the same alias.
Are Peter Finch and Rick Shiels friends?
Yes. Finch explained in a YouTube video that although the pair do not film together regularly like they used to – he and Peter Finch remain friends to this day.
Has Rick Shiels played Augusta?
Yes, Shiels has played Augusta National. He achieved many golfer’s lifelong dream in April 2023, collaborating with fellow YouTuber – SebOnGolf.
What golf clothing does Rick Shiels wear?
Shiels has a partnership with Lyle & Scott – meaning he only wears their gear whilst out on the course.
He told Today’s Golfer: “I joined forces with Lyle & Scott in 2022 and I just love their clothing. I’ll only wear and support brands that I love and that don’t impact my ability to remain impartial when it comes to club testing, which is why everything in my bag is of my choosing.
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