Golf Caddie Tips
Caddies play a role in helping golfers have a positive experience during a round of golf. Caddies operate on a variety of levels. Some caddies carry the clubs of golfers who are playing in multimillion-dollar tournaments. Others work only weekends and carry clubs for golfers who are just out to enjoy a round of golf. For caddying tips, read on.
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Aim to Please
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In general, golf caddies are responsible for carrying bags, cleaning clubs, replacing divots, raking sand traps,and helping out on the green. But one of the most effective ways for caddies to show golfers they are serious about helping them enjoy their round is by asking a simple question: Is there anything specific you would like me to do during the round?
Remain Quiet
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Some golfers want to engage their caddies in conversation throughout the round. Others just want their caddies to carry their clubs, help them out during the round and be quiet. As a general rule, caddies should not speak -- especially about topics unrelated to golf -- unless the golfer speak to him first. Golfers who just want to enjoy a quiet, relaxing round of golf will not be amused by caddies who cannot keep quiet.
Clean Constantly
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All caddies should carry towels and use them often to clean golf clubs and golf balls. Clubs should be wiped off after every shot the golfer hits, and balls should be cleaned if they get dirty and before each putt. Many courses also have hand-operated ball and club washers at the beginning of all or some holes. Clean the balls whenever these machines are available, and clean any club with dirt or other debris on it.
Be Ready
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When golfers first hand caddies their bags, the first thing caddies should do is remove some balls and tees from the bag and put them in their pocket. It is likely that golfers will use multiple tees and balls throughout the round, and the process is smoother if caddies have a ball or tee when golfers need them. It saves the time during the round that otherwise would be necessary to find a ball and tee, and it saves on the noise associated with digging through a golf bag.
Keep the Pace
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Even though caddies are carrying the extra weight associated with a golf bag and clubs, they should keep up with the golfer for whom they are caddying. It is not necessary for caddies to walk right next to their golfers, but caddies should not be more than a step or two behind. Golfers will grow irritated quickly when they have to wait for their caddies.
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