Justin Thomas Brings Joe Greiner On Board for Masters Caddie Role
This week at Augusta National, there's a surprising but strategic change for Justin Thomas — one that could shape how things unfold for him at the 2025 Masters. As his longtime caddie Matt “Rev” Minister recovers from a back injury, Thomas has turned to someone familiar to golf fans and players alike: Joe Greiner, the longtime right-hand man of Max Homa.
Now, this isn’t just a last-minute backup call — this is a move rooted in trust, friendship, and timing. Thomas shared on Instagram, “Rev hurt his back this week and isn’t able to be on the bag with me… I’m very lucky Joe Greiner is a great friend and able to help me out last minute.” So it’s more than just filling a spot. It’s about having someone on your team who understands the gravity of a Masters week and has walked those pressure-packed fairways.
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Greiner, of course, just recently parted ways with Max Homa after more than a decade together. Their split followed THE PLAYERS Championship and marked the end of a partnership that brought six PGA TOUR victories and a strong camaraderie. Their bond went beyond golf, which made the split emotional but mutual. As Homa said, “It sucked, but we always had a deal — we’re friends first. I’d rather walk life with Joe forever than let this dumb game ruin that.”
While Homa is navigating a slump, missing cuts since The Open Championship, Thomas has been inching back toward top form. He came close at the Valspar Championship just last month and currently sits at No. 8 in the Official World Golf Ranking. Though he hasn’t snagged a win with Minister yet, Thomas has been knocking on the door. Bringing in Greiner — who knows the rhythm and pressure of a Masters round — might be the jolt Thomas needs to break through at Augusta.
This week is about more than just golf for these players. It’s about perseverance, loyalty, and the delicate balance between professional ambition and personal bonds. Whether it’s Homa choosing long-term friendship over a caddie partnership, or Thomas showing up for his teammate while adapting on the fly, this year’s Masters already feels bigger than the leaderboard.
So, as Thomas tees it up with Greiner at his side, all eyes will be on how this new duo handles Augusta’s ever-unforgiving terrain. If anything, this is a reminder that in golf — as in life — the people walking beside you matter just as much as the shots you take.
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