THE BASIC JOB OF CADDYING

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THE BASIC JOB OF CADDYING

The caddie has been a part of the game of golf almost
from the beginning. The Rules of Golf define the specific
role of the caddie, but your primary purpose as a caddie
is to assist the player you are working for. Basic duties
include: carrying the bag, pacing yardages, replacing
divots, raking bunkers and attending the flagstick. When
a player enjoys a round of golf, so will you. You and the
player are a team on the course and your work is a fundamental
part of a successful round.

By following the procedures and suggestions in this
manual, your work will be easier. Always listen to your
player and older caddies when they give you advice;
they have the experience that could help you become a
good caddie.

A CADDIE’S TOOLS

Every job has tools, and caddying is no different. There
are at least four essential tools a caddie needs in order
to perform his/her duties properly.

•First, you need a towel to keep the clubs clean and
dry. A 20" x 40" white towel is ideal. Never use a
towel from the club, unless it is provided. Many
clubs require the caddie to bring a towel from home.
It is important to keep at least a quarter of the towel
damp (wet on really warm days) in order to clean the
golf ball and groves of the club and caked-on mud
or grass.

•Second, you should carry a ball mark repair tool to
fix impact marks that balls make when landing on
the green. Watch your player fix ball marks a couple
of times before you start fixing them. Only do this if
time allows.

•Third, a good caddie always has an extra pencil and
a few tees in his/her pocket in case the player needs
them during the round.

•Fourth, a caddie needs a good comfortable pair of
shoes. Never wear golf spikes or ripple soled shoes
that can damage the greens. Tennis shoes are fine,
but your choice of shoes should look presentable, give
your feet support, and keep them dry.

•Fifth, weather permitting, most clubs require a caddie
to wear a club shirt and maybe a hat. You may have to
purchase these items from the club. Proper rain gear
should be considered when necessary.
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