Nearly three decades on tour. Five major championships. Partnerships with multiple world number ones. This isn’t the resume of a superstar player—it belongs to Celine Boutier’s current caddie, Colin Cann.

The 30-year-old French star returned to Cann’s steady presence in June 2024, reuniting after a year-long split. Boutier briefly worked with Jeffrey Snow from May 2023 to June 2024, winning three times, including her breakthrough major at the 2023 Evian Championship. Yet she chose to return to Cann before the 2024 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship. The reason becomes clear when you look at Cann’s three-decade journey through women’s golf.

Colin Cann started his professional caddying career in the early 1990s with Annika Sorenstam. Their six-year partnership produced two U.S. Women’s Open victories in 1995 and 1996. The Broadmoor triumph in 1995 marked Sorenstam’s first major championship. A year later at Pine Needles, she shot a record 272 to claim her second.

The Surrey-born looper then moved to Korean trailblazer Se Ri Pak. Their four-year collaboration yielded 14 wins, including the 2001 Women’s British Open at Sunningdale. Cann’s local knowledge proved invaluable on the Surrey links near his hometown of Egham. “It’s a very different style of golf from what you have in America,” Cann explained at the time, describing how the course conditions changed daily.

His longest partnership came with Paula Creamer from 2005 to 2016. Twelve years together produced ten LPGA Tour victories and one major championship at the 2010 U.S. Women’s Open. The preparation for Oakmont exemplified Cann’s meticulous approach. “We came here a month ago, researched the golf course and made a plan for every hole, every shot,” he revealed after their victory.

The bond ran deeper than professional success. Creamer made Cann her “man of honor” at her 2014 wedding. “He has been like a brother to me,” she said when they parted ways in November 2016. After Creamer, Cann briefly worked with Sung Hyun Park in early 2017. That partnership lasted only seven tournaments. He also spent time with In Gee Chun in 2018 and Georgia Hall during the 2023 Solheim Cup.

Boutier and Cann first teamed up in August 2021. Their initial stint lasted until summer 2023, producing the 2023 LPGA Drive On Championship. When she switched to Jeffrey Snow and won the Evian Championship, many wondered if Cann’s time had passed. Boutier’s return in June 2024 provided the answer.

The 2024 Paris Olympics showcased why she came back. Playing before her home crowd at Le Golf National, Boutier opened with a spectacular 65. Cann’s 27 years of experience and tactical mind helped her stay composed under immense pressure. His analytical skills and ability to keep her relaxed proved crucial when playing in her home country.

Their partnership continues strong as of October 2025. Boutier sits at world number 24 with consistent top-25 finishes throughout the season. A runner-up at the Mizuho Americas Open and multiple top-10s across LPGA and LET events demonstrate their steady progress.

Colin Cann: Personal Life and Background

Colin Cann maintains remarkable privacy despite his high-profile career. Born in London and raised in Egham, Surrey, he started playing golf at 14. Despite that start, he moved to caddying rather than professional playing.

He’s lived in Seattle, Washington, for the past 16 years. Details about his personal life remain scarce. No public information exists about whether he’s married or has children. His favorite golf course is Royal Birkdale—fitting for someone who loves true links golf.

When asked about his favorite part of caddying, his answer reveals his philosophy. “Building a partnership with a player, working together to help her to reach her full potential, and to be as good as she can be,” he told the Professional Ladies Tour Caddie Association.

That philosophy has generated substantial earnings over 30 years. Conservative estimates place his career earnings between $1.5 million and $2.4 million. The standard 10% of wins, 7-8% of top-10s, and 5% of made cuts add up significantly when you’re on the bag for champions like Sorenstam, Pak, Creamer, and Park.

His career highlights include winning the U.S. Women’s Open multiple times and being part of winning Solheim Cup teams. The numbers tell part of the story—five major championships, multiple world number ones, nearly 30 years on tour. The partnerships tell the rest.

Looking ahead, the 2026 schedule presents a special opportunity. The AIG Women’s Open will be held at Royal Birkdale—Cann’s stated favorite course. His deep knowledge of links golf and love for that venue could provide Boutier with a significant advantage in her pursuit of another major championship.

After nearly 30 years, Colin Cann remains one of the most respected figures in women’s professional golf. From Sorenstam’s dominance in the 1990s to Boutier’s current campaign, he’s adapted and succeeded. The quiet Surrey native continues building partnerships that produce results.