Caddie Manual - Western Hills Country Club
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1. worn or carried by or for a player such as his clubs clothing golf bag golf cart etc except for a ball in play FADE A shot hit by a right handed player which curves slightly right FAIRWAY The closely cut well kept portion of grass between the teeing area and putting green FLAGSTICK Amovable straight indicator with or without bunting or other material attached to the top centered in the hole to show its position Commonly but improperly called the pin FORE A warning shouted to let a person know that a ball in flight may hit him her or come very close FRINGE The closely mown collar around a putting green FRONT SIDE The first nine holes of play also FRONT NINE GROUND UNDER REPAIR Areas on the golf course that are marked with white circles of paint to indicate free relief from abnormal playing surfaces This area is in need of repair by the green superintendent GRIP The handle of a golf club GROSS The amount of strokes taken without handi cap HANDICAP INDEX A number which represents the current level of a player s golfing ability based on the golf course being played HAZARD Any bunker or water hazard HOLE Located on the green it is a round receptacle that is 4 and 1 4 inches in diameter and at least 4 inches deep The liner should be at least 1 inch below the level of the ground 17 HOLED A ball at rest within the circumference of the hole and all of it is2. Removing Growing Objects Rule 13 2 Except in making a stance or taking a swing your player is not allowed to improve the lie area of intended swing or line of play by bending moving or breaking anything fixed or growing This means a caddie must never break off even so much as a blade of grass from around the ball Moreover you cannot hold back a tree branch to assist your player in making a stroke as that would be pending something growing Position of Caddie or Partner Rule 16 1f While making a stroke on the putting green the player shall not allow his caddie his partner or his partner s caddie to position himself on or close to an extension of the line of putt behind the ball 20 Touching the Golf Ball Rule 18 2 A caddie must not touch a player s ball from the time it leaves the tee until it is holed out unless the player instructs the caddie to do so Then if a rule is broken it is not the caddie s fault Ball in Motion Deflected or Stopped Rule 19 2 Ifa player s ball is accidentally deflected or stopped by the player partner or either of their caddies or equipment a penalty shall be incurred Dropping the Golf Ball Rule 20 2 Under a number of rules the player is permitted or required to lift the golf ball and drop it The caddie may pick up the ball but must then hand it to the player to do the dropping Only the player may drop the golf ball Loose Impediments Rule 23 Exceptin hazards l
3. bag down on the fringe or putting green Also never run or jump on the putting green If you are not attending the flagstick stand off the putting green in an area that is not in anyone s line of putt The line of putt is an imaginary line that extends from the player s ball through the hole Keep quiet Never stand behind the hole or the player when he she is putting If time permits and you know how fix any ball marks you see on the green Be sure not to distract anyone while they are putting Attending the Flagstick 1 Learn to judge which ball is furthest from the hole This player putts first When walking on the putting green be careful not to step in anyone s line of putt The line of putt extends from the ball to the hole Be aware of the positions of all the balls When you get to the flagstick make sure it is not stuck in the hole by twisting it Ask the furthest away player if they would like the flagstick out or attended Sir Ma am would you like the flagstick at tended If the player does not want you to attend the flag stick remove it carefully and move to the edge of the green away from the line of putt 10 If the player wants you to attend the flagstick stand so your feet are at least two feet from the hole and your shadow does not cross the player s line of putt If you can reach the flag atop the stick hold it so the flag does not blow in the win
4. below the level of the lip of the hole When this occurs a player has holed out HONOR The side or player entitled to play first from the teeing area Usually the side or player with the lowest score on the previous hole HOOK A shot hit by a right handed player which curves severely left LINE OF PUTT Path in which the ball is intended to travel over the putting green to the hole Do not step on a player s line of putt while on the green LOOSE IMPEDIMENT Any natural object not grow ing or fixed such as fallen leaves broken off twigs and branches LOST BALL A ball that is not found within five minutes of searching MATCH PLAY Competition in which results are deter mined by the number of holes won lowest score NET The amount of strokes taken with handicap in cluded OBSTRUCTION Artificial objects erected placed or left on the golf course OUT OF BOUNDS Ground on which play is prohibited usually outside the golf course s property Usually marked with white stakes or boundary fences A ball is out of bounds when all of it lies out of bounds OUTSIDE AGENCY Anything thatis not part of the match or in stroke play not part of a competitor s side Includes a referee a marker an observer or a forecaddie PAR The score an expert golfer would be expected to make for a given hole PENALTY STROKE A stroke added to a player s score for breach of a rule PROVISIONAL BA
5. player s guest ask where they would like the bag to be placed Make sure you count all the clubs and that they are clean before leaving the bag Return to the caddie room and either await a second as signment or check out according to your club s rules 11 Hand your player the putter as soon as his her ball has reached the green Player No 2 is away and will need the flagstick attended The arrows will show that you can take two paths to the flagstick Your shadow may be over the hole so you may have to stand on the other side X Caddie D Where to stand on the green after the caddie has taken the flagstick away C Golfer X Stand in areas A or B DO NOT stand in areas C or D D 12 BUNKERS When your player s ball lands in a bunker there are special duties that need to be performed 1 Stand outside the bunker as your player is making the shot After your player has completed the shot take the club and lay it on the bag that you have placed on the ground outside the bunker WARNING Never lay or bring the golf bag into the bunker Enter the bunker at the same spot your player did Try to enter at the lowest point of the bunker so as not to damage the lip Smooth the footprints and ball mark by using the rake located somewhere near the bunker If a rake is not available use your shoe to smooth the sand Be sure not to disturb the other players as you are raking th
6. LL A ball played for the original ball which may be lost outside of a water hazard or may be out of bounds 18 PULL A shot hit straight by a right handed player but to the left of the target PUSH A shot hit straight by a right handed player but to the right of the target PUTTING GREEN Includes all of the ground surround ing the hole being played which is specially prepared for putting or otherwise defined as such A ball is on the putting green when any part of it touches the putting green surface ROUGH Area of long heavy grass that surrounds the fairway and putting green SLICE A shot hit by a right handed player which curves severely right STANCE The position of the feet at time of address STROKE Forward movement of the club made with the intent of striking the ball STROKE PLAY Competition in which results are deter mined by the number of strokes played Also referred to as MEDAL PLAY TEE A peg usually wooden used to support a ball on the teeing area Also the teeing ground TEEING GROUND Often called the tee or tee box it is the starting point for each hole on the course It is rectangular in shape and two club lengths in depth The front and sides are indicated by tee markers THROUGH THE GREEN The whole area of the course except the teeing area and putting green of the hole being played and all hazards THE TURN After nine holes a group makes the turn b
7. Place the bag on the ground with the clubs face up and wait for the player to select a club Once your player has chosen a club step away a couple of paces Carefully watch the flight of your player s ball and note its position CAUTION If your player is play ing through trees stand where you will not be hit by the ball but can still watch its flight 5 After your player has hit and ifa divotwas made replace the divot quickly Run to the divot and replace it in its original position Place it in the hole with the roots fac ing down Step down on the divot twice to make sure it is replaced properly When your player hands you the club clean it thoroughly Place the club in the proper order in the bag SUGGESTIONS You can clean the club while you are walking to the next shot Hand your player the putter ifthe shot landed on the green A player should never have to ask for his her putter 9 AROUND THE PUTTING GREEN The putting green is probably the most important area on the course You should be especially careful when performing your duties here 1 Hand your player the putter as soon as the ball is on the putting green If your player is first to land on the green it is your responsibility to attend to the flagstick Place your bag down on the ground nearest to the next teeing area and bring your towel with you back to your player Offer to wash the golf ball and then proceed to the flagstick WARNING Never lay your
8. RMS AND DEFINITIONS ACE A score of one for a hole Commonly called a hole in one ADDRESS Position taken by a player in preparing to start a stroke APPROACH A stroke played to the putting green APRON The last few yards of fairway before and around the green Commonly referred to as the fringe AWAY The ball furthest from the hole Such a ball has priority in playing unless ruled otherwise BACK SIDE The final nine holes of play also BACK NINE BIRDIE A score one stroke under par for the hole BLIND GREEN A green that cannot be seen from where the player is hitting BOGEY A score one stroke over par for the hole BUNKER A depression where the turf or soil has been removed and replaced with sand Itis a hazard Commonly but improperly called a sand trap CASUAL WATER A temporary accumulation of water which is not recognized as a hazard on the course The player receives free relief DIVOT A piece of sod or turf cut loose by a player s club after making a stroke DOG LEG HOLE A golf hole which does not follow a straight line from tee to green DOUBLE BOGEY A score two strokes over par for the hole DOUBLE EAGLE A score three strokes under par for the hole DRAW Ashot hit by a right handed player which curves slightly left 16 DRIVE A shot played from the teeing area usually with a wood EAGLE A score two strokes under par for the hole EQUIPMENT Anything used
9. S AND AWARDS Caddying offers numerous incentives and awards to its participants Your club may offer some of these listed below or have its own Hard work and dedication are usually the basis for being asked to participate in special programs or to earn special awards Ask your Caddie Superintendent for more details PROMOTIONS When you begin caddying many clubs will classify you as a B caddie If you work hard and gain enough expe rience you may be promoted Promotions can result in more money for your work Most caddie classifications are from lowest to highest B caddie A caddie and Honor caddie CADDIE BANQUET Your club may offer a caddie banquet in the fall or winter to recognize the outstanding caddies for that season Dinner and prizes highlight the evening MONDAY GOLF Most clubs are closed on Mondays Your club may offer caddie golf on these days It is a privilege to be allowed to play on Mondays so please take care of the course EVANS SCHOLARSHIP A four year full tuition and housing college scholarship where applicable based on academic excellence cad die record financial need and outstanding character The scholarship is sponsored by the Western GolfAssociation For more information ask your Caddie Superintendent or contact the WGA at 1 Briar Road Golf IL 60029 or visit our Web site at www westerngolfassociation com www evansscholarsfoundation com 15 APPENDIX GOLF TE
10. ay significantly add to the number of enjoyable rounds of golf and enhance the golf club s overall image of a well managed first class operation Each club will have its own set of rules and procedures for caddies to follow so be sure to learn them quickly Do not be afraid to ask your Caddie Superintendent questions not only about your service to the players but also eHow when and where to report to work and await an assignment eHow when and where to go and what to do when given an assignment eHow when and where you will be compensated for your work eHow when and where to obtain information on col lege scholarships 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 fun damental 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 d
11. ceed off the tee and stay ahead or even with your golfer as you walk to the ball SUGGESTION The teeing area is usually a good spot to reorder the clubs if they were rearranged on the last hole Be sure to keep quiet while doing so THROUGH THE FAIRWAY 1 Walk ahead or alongside of the player do notlag behind Walk with your hand over the clubs or a towel woven between the clubs so they do not rattle Be attentive of where you are walking and where the group s golf balls are 2 When proceeding off the tee move quickly to your player s ball but do not go beyond the farthest ball from the green If it is not your player s ball stand away from the player hitting 3 As you approach your ball find the closest yardage marker and walk off the yardage to the hole You will either be adding or subtracting yardages depending upon the location of the yardage marker in relation to the ball Yardage markers are to the center of the green Inform your player of the yardage This should be the only time you volunteer information As you gain more experience you might also want to inform your player about the wind direction and flagstick location 4 When arriving at the ball check to see if it is your player s If you cannot identify it as your player s DO NOT TOUCH IT Let the player identify it Bring the bag up directly to the ball and stand to the right of the ball left if caddying for a left handed player and one pace back
12. d Make sure your feet are together and pointing towards the player for whom you are attending the flagstick WARNING Be sure not to step or stand on or near the hole which can cause damage to the hole Once the player strikes the ball remove the flagstick carefully from the hole Move to a side of the putting green being careful not to step in anyone s line of putt Keep Quiet You may have to attend the flagstick for more than one player so be prepared If you are not sure just ask 7 After all the players have holed out return the flagstick to the hole Be careful not to hit the edge of the hole with the bottom of the flagstick This causes damage to the edge of the hole Quickly move off the green and meet your player at the next teeing ground Once you get to know the course and your player you should have his her driver ready to exchange for the putter Finishing The Round Thank your player Thank you Mr Smith it has been a pleasure caddying for you today This is when your player will compensate you for your work and evaluate your performance on aticket that you are handed when you begin the round Stand away from your player while they do this NEVER look over your player s shoulder while he she is signing your card Ask your player where they would like the bag to be placed and return it there promptly A member s bag is usually returned to the bag room If you are caddy ing for a
13. de r oW P ood Western Golf Association www westerngolfassociation com Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 5 Page 6 Page 8 Page 10 Page 12 Page 13 Page 13 Page 14 Page 14 Page 15 Page 16 Page 20 CONTENTS The Evans Scholars Foundation 10 Rules of a Caddie Introduction The Caddie Superintendent The Basic Job of Caddying The Caddie s Tools Getting Started On The Tee Through the Fairway Around the Putting Green Bunkers Hazards amp Out of Bounds Teamwork Health amp Hints Incentives amp Awards Appendix I Golf Terms amp Definitions Appendix Il The USGA Rules of Golf EVANS 4 6 CHoLa The Evans Scholars Program Sending Caddies to College Since 1930 The Western Golf Association is a national organization of member clubs It was founded in 1899 with the purpose of conducting national championships and providing general service to the game of golf In 1930 the WGA became the sponsor of the Evans Scholars Program which was established by and named for Chicago golf great Charles Chick Evans Jr who chose to remain an amateur He won 54 tournaments over a competitive career that spanned four decades Chick wanted to give something back to the game of golf and his dream became a reality in 1930 when the first two caddies attended Northwestern University Today the Evans Scholars Foundation administers the nation s largest privately funded college scholars
14. ding in carts as often as you can You may receive compensation for this If you are carrying double two bags try to attend to each player as much as possible Go first to the player who is furthest away and then as quickly as possible to the second player The players will help you if they can HEALTH amp HINTS Doctors agree that walking is one of the best forms of exercise for cardiovascular and muscular improvement During one round of golf you will walk approximately five miles This is excellent exercise for you unless you do not prepare for it properly Take care of your feet Make sure that your shoes are comfortable and will give you proper support and keep your feet dry Wear socks at all times Dress for the weather Try to watch the forecast for the day and dress appropriately In colder weather layers are the best way to keep warm as you can always remove them if it becomes warmer You should always carry a windbreaker or raincoat on days that are forecasted for rain Remember it is always better to bring too much than to have too little Eat sensibly Make sure to eat a good breakfast There is usually a spot on the course Halfway House where your player may purchase you some type of refresh ment Be courteous and thank your player On extremely hot days drink large amounts of water to keep from becoming dehydrated It is also important to eat a healthy breakfast prior to caddying 14 INCENTIVE
15. e bunker Ask your Caddie Superintendent where rakes are placed around the bunker inside or outside Replace the rake in that spot Pick up the bag and club and move quickly to your player s next shot Again you can clean the club as you walk to the next shot If your player is in a green side bunker hand the putter to your player if the shot landed on the green before raking the bunker If the shot did not land on the green stay with your player until the ball lies on the green Then proceed back to the bunker to rake HAZARDS amp OUT OF BOUNDS If your player hits a ball toward a water hazard or out of bounds watch it extremely carefully to determine where and if the ball entered the hazard or went out of bounds Inform your player immediately if you can determine that the ball is in the hazard or out of bounds Your player may have to replay the shot If you are uncertain whether the ball entered the hazard signal to your player to hit another ball from his her current position This second shot is called a provisional When in doubt call it out 13 TEAMWORK Your ability to communicate with the other caddies in your group can make a round of golf more enjoyable and less work for everybody Work as a team on the golf course helping each other rake bunkers attend the flagstick measure yardages and replace divots If you are the only caddie in a group try to rake the bun kers for those ri
16. e in the caddie room follow the rules posted by the club There is no rough housing or fighting allowed Be courteous and respectful of the other caddies 2 When the Caddie Superintendent gives you an as signment go to the designated area and identify your player s bag Adjust the carrying strap so that you can properly balance the bag Count the clubs in the bag the USGArules of golf allow a maximum of 14 If there are more than 14 clubs inform the golfer 3 Arrange the bag so that the woods metal or wooden and putter are in the top section closestto the carrying strap Next place the six longest irons in numerical order in the middle section Place the remaining short irons in numerical order in the bottom section Make sure all pockets of the bag have been securely closed Take your towel and get about a quarter of it wet on extremely hot and dry days make sure to keep the towel wet Clean and dry the clubs thoroughly It is especially important to keep the wood headed clubs dry and covered Pick up a scorecard pencil and a few tees in case the players in your group have forgot ten them 4 Learn how to pronounce your player s name If you are having difficulty ask your Caddie Superintendent When the player approaches you should introduce yourself by stating Hello Mr Mrs Smith my name is John Doe and will be your caddie today 5 Your player may want to go to the practice tee or green before starting the
17. etween the front and back sides WATER HAZARD Any area lake pond river ditch or open water course whether or not it contains water is designated to be a water hazard Lateral water hazards defined by red lines and or stakes run alongside a hole Water hazards defined by yellow lines and or stakes cross the fairway or are in front of the green A ball is in a hazard if it touches the line which forms the boundary of the hazard 19 APPENDIX Il THE USGA RULES OF GOLF AS THEY PERTAIN TO CADDIES Under USGA s Rules of Golf a caddie is defined as one who carries or handles a player s clubs during play and otherwise assists the player in accordance with the Rules of Golf When one caddie is employed by more than one player the caddie is always deemed to be the caddie of the player whose ball is involved A forecaddie is one who is employed by the Committee to indicate to players the position of balls during play A forecaddie is an outside agency anything that is not part of the match or competitors side Advice to a Player or His Partner Rule 8 1 Aplayer must not ask for or accept advice on how to play a shot or what club to use except from his her caddie partner or partner s caddie It is permitted to give any player yardage from a specific point Touching Surface Irregularities Rules 13 1 13 2 Your player must play the ball as it lies Do not press down or move anything to make the shot easier Bending or
18. hip program Since 1930 nearly 8 600 young men and women have graduated from the Evans Scholars Program Each grant consists of full tuition and housing where applicable and is renewable for up to four years The Foundation owns and maintains Evans Scholarship Houses at 14 universities To apply for an Evans Scholarship you must fulfill four re quirements 1 strong caddie record 2 excellent academics 3 demonstrated financial need 4 outstanding character Caddies may obtain information and an application from their Caddie Superintendent N a A CO O 9 10 RULES OF A CADDIE Learn the game of golf and how each of the fourteen golf clubs are used Know where your player s golf ball is at all times mark its position Replace all divots Rake all bunkers Stay ahead or even with your player but never behind Be extremely careful around the putting green Never stand in any player s line of putt Learn the yardages of each hole espe cially where the 150 yard markers are Handle the player s clubs and bag like it was your own Never swing the player s clubs Never touch a golf ball while it is in play 10 Always keep quiet hustle and if you do not know what to do ask INTRODUCTION Whatis caddying Carrying someone s clubs and assisting them around the course is an important part of the game of golf and a rewarding job The money is excel
19. ifferent 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 5 GETTING STARTED 1 Find out from your Caddie Superintendent when and where to check in and then proceed to the caddie area and wait for an assignment a bag Whil
20. lent you develop interpersonal skills and work outdoors Cad dying gives you an opportunity to meet successful and influential people and to potentially qualify for a college scholarship Caddying is part of golf s heritage the way golf was meant to be played and part of its future It is also a great way to learn the game of golf Caddying is an investment for the future of golf and also an investment for the future of young men and women Thoroughly read and study this manual Ask your Caddie Superintendent or Golf Professional to explain anything that is confusing The better you know this manual the better caddie you will become This book is published by the Western Golf Association Caddies are an important part of the game of golf The WGA is working to keep young people like yourselves active and interested in this great sport Please contact the Western Golf Association at 847 724 4600 with further questions THE CADDIE SUPERINTENDENT Caddie Superintendents are given the task of recruiting training nurturing and supervising a golf club s caddies They must also communicate effectively with the golf professional and other golf club staff members and can have a significant influence on the extent to which the membership enjoys the game at their club A professionally trained knowledgeable and courteous group of caddies and a well managed caddie program can help a golf club deal more effectively with slow pl
21. oose impediments natural objects such as fallen leaves branches stones that are not embed ded and so on can be removed However your player should do the removing because there is a penalty if the ball moves after a loose impediment has been touched by either of you Removing Obstructions Rule 24 1 You are permitted by the Rules of Golf to lift movable obstructions out of the way It is better to wait until your player instructs you to do so 21 CADDIE MANUAL Western Golf Association Evans Scholars Foundation 1 Briar Road Golf Illinois 60029 847 724 4600 www westerngolfassociation com
22. round Be available to assist your player You are now ready to begin the round Be ready to take your player s club but only if he she hands it to you Never grab or ask for the club ON THE TEE 1 Take note of the brand and type of golf ball your player is using for the round 2 You should line up on the right hand side of the tee ing area Bring the bag right up to the tee marker The shortest caddie should be in front and the tallest in back ensuring proper vision for each caddie 3 Be careful of your shadow so that it does not fall on the teeing area distracting the player Back away if your shadow does or if you are too close to the player teeing off 4 Stay quiet on the tee when a player is hitting Keep a careful watch on your player s drive and mentally mark it with something in the fairway or rough usually a tree or a mound If the sun is in your eyes use your hand or a visor of some type to block the rays while continuing to follow the flight of the ball 5 Help your fellow caddies by watching the flight of all the players balls A good caddie knows the position of each player s ball 6 Be ready to move off the teeing area quickly after the last player hits When your player hands you the club clean it and place it back in the bag Be prepared to clean and dry the club while walking towards your player s golf ball Replace the head cover if the club had one Never misplace a head cover Pro
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