I was definitely expecting a joke video but this is probably one of the best most informational videos on being a caddy ive ever seen. kep up the good work
This is so useful if anyone is going to caddie for a summer job. You do half the stuff he does and you'd be considered a good caddie. His best tip, (beside not losing ball!!!!) is how he stands bag up and presents the clubs to player. Always a great sign you have a good guy on the bag. Keep up! Shut up! Show Up! Side question. Is Mr. Jones (haha who I'm sure never gets a good lie) wearing shirt with Skanaty Logo? Did y'all loop at their caddie camp? You at NGC in the island now?
Damn, so much info. I had zilch idea that Caddies have huge responsibilities. I always thought they just hold their bags and hand them their different clubs.
Good question, here's a bit of a long-winded answer: When you first start you watch a few training videos, etc, then you get sent out on the course to shadow an older caddie. You follow the veteran caddie and watch, they'll teach you what to do as they do it. Then, when you start, you'll be given simple loops, just one bag, or just one cart, for example. You're given a rank, C is the lowest, A is the highest, and then there are the older caddies who don't have a rank, they're basically pros. You work your way up the ranks at the discretion of the caddie master. He knows all the caddies very well and knows their strengths/weaknesses. And that's basically it! Caddying is really about getting out on the course and learning hands on, the technical aspect (like giving yardages, reads, etc) can be developed later on with experience. All golfers really want is a reliable caddie who is willing to give their best effort.
not bad - only 2 things I would change.... First the " not stand there in awe- back up " correct , but also stand in an area where the golfer does not see you at all . Second - ditch the range finder and keep a yardage book- plus use all stakes and sprinkler heads to help.
Just some random questions, but I'm curious about specific situations. What if they have cart bags, do you just lay em down on the ground? Do you carry wooden and plastic tees and ask their preference? Would you actually rearrange someone's bag if it's outta wack? What do you do if you lost the ball?
If they have bags with no stands, see if you can swap the clubs into a bag that does have stands. You can ask the club for a rental bag. If your golfer doesn't want to do that then you'll have to lay them on the ground. Don't worry about what tees you carry, as long as you have some. If they prefer one over the other they will let you know. If I notice that a few clubs are misplaced I will rearrange them. If the clubs are in some weird formation, simply ask the golfer if it's OK for you to move them around. If they say no, leave them how they are. However, you are the one carrying the bag for 18 holes so you do have a say in that department. You can adjust the strap to be more comfortable, for example. Usually your golfer will ask about the weight of the bag. Be honest and let them know if it's too heavy. There is no reason for you to be carrying a tank on the golf course and most golfers understand this. If your golfer hits a ball that you know is gone, signal to them from the fairway with your hand pointing in the direction that the ball went. I didn't show the hand signals in this video but they are very simple if you google them. If you lose a ball that went into thick rough or fescue, just say sorry. Losing balls is part of golf, as long as you tried your best to keep a line and find it, don't worry about it. You should always try to find the ball, but ultimately it is the golfer's fault. I mean, if Mr. Jones didn't want to lose a ball today then maybe he shouldn't have hit his drive into the trees! Haha
@@alexanderlegassick619 haha yeah I guess that's right. Thanks for replying. What are your thoughts on someone in their 30's starting to caddie? I'm over my 9-5 and we're looking to move out west to a pretty high brow area with tons of golf courses. Covid has really gotten me to take golfing more serious and I'd love to just spend more time outside and even better, around golf. Money isn't the biggest motivator for me, but I'd hate to take the job away from a young kid that is trying to save for college or something. I figured it'd be a great way for me to get more time on the course, more knowledge about golf, get some local connections, and make some money while doing it.
@@volcomroofus You can 100% make a living caddying. You won't be able to make top dollar your first day but that's the reality for any job. Living off caddying is pretty common for older guys who still loop. I'd say about half the caddies where I work now are pro caddies who make their living on the course. In your case, you have to break into the ranks at a good club I'd call every club in your area and ask to speak to their caddie master. Caddies are independent contractors so you don't need to commit to one club, you can get work wherever it's available Look for as much work as you can. The most important thing is consistency. If you find a club that pays well and has work for you, always show up early to the loop, communicate with the caddie master clearly, and work hard so that they can rely on you. Caddie masters just want guys they can depend on. If they call you and you show up late or don't show up at all, you'll never hear from them again. It makes them look bad and they need to keep everything running smoothly for the members. Hope that makes sense
I have a question, how much do they pay you to be a caddie? I’m planning to try and apply as a caddie for a summer job so I’m just watching some training videos in the meantime before sending in my application.
How they do it where we caddie is pretty simple, there's a flat rate per bag and then a tip. It's $35 per bag for 18 holes. An average tip would be between $30-40. Carry two bags for 18 holes, you make $70, add a tip of $40 per bag and you've made $150. That's pretty standard for carrying doubles. Obviously the tips vary. Some guys may get a tip in the range of $50-100 per bag, or even more. Some new caddies may get only a $20 tip per bag. I remember one of the first loops I did I carried one bag for 18 holes and I made $65. That's a $30 tip, very average. Caddying is by far one of the most worthwhile jobs you can have when you're young so take advantage of it!
Growing up we had this cheap stake who owned Oberweis Ice Cream, he would give us free ice cream coupons as a tip. You don't know how perfect that Domino's card was at the end! 😂
Hi, I start training tomorrow. I don’t have any prior experience and I’m gonna be an independent contractor kind of caddie. Would you say that members would expect a lot of me, and since I’m a beginner, I don’t know how to give give the best advice. How should I go on? Just smile and wave?
Not at all. There are plenty of kids who start caddying who haven't even seen a golf club. What you should do is learn the basic rules and etiquette. Be quiet and respectful, be ready to learn on the course, and you will do fine.
I had a caddie at Oakmont. He said he had been caddying there for half of his life (started young). He left my sun umbrella out of my bag on a sunny day. Funny moment but do not remove anything unless you are 100% positive.
How can i get better at reading greens? I have been caddying at the same club for 5 years but cant tell “how far” or where to aim. (I can tell how the green breaks).
Everything was pretty good besides not really making fun of the players more having more jokes that's for the real money comes into play for all the real caddies know how to play the game and make big money. Yeah X's and O's are good and Good reads and good numbers are very important but getting along with the player and having a special bond is what really gets you paid.
I was definitely expecting a joke video but this is probably one of the best most informational videos on being a caddy ive ever seen. kep up the good work
Haha thank you
@@alexanderlegassick619 hey hey hey, there's jokes in there too.
As a former looper for 10 years, I think this video was exceptionally well done.
Yes
This is so helpful for me you have no idea. I’m gonna watch this video like 20 more times
Glad to have helped you out!
My first caddy training is tomorrow and i’ve watched this like 4 times, this has really been very helpful
Good luck
@@alexanderlegassick619 Few guys on LIV need some caddys. BAG UP BOI
@@SANFRAN just signed a contract for 8 billion dollars
@@alexanderlegassick619 too easy. can ya pay my house off?
Yo how are you doing?
My daughter is starting to Caddy this year. Your video is 100x better than the training she received when she got hired. THANK YOU !
This is so useful if anyone is going to caddie for a summer job. You do half the stuff he does and you'd be considered a good caddie. His best tip, (beside not losing ball!!!!) is how he stands bag up and presents the clubs to player. Always a great sign you have a good guy on the bag. Keep up! Shut up! Show Up!
Side question. Is Mr. Jones (haha who I'm sure never gets a good lie) wearing shirt with Skanaty Logo? Did y'all loop at their caddie camp? You at NGC in the island now?
Thanks! Yes, we all caddie at Sankaty, hopefully going back again this summer. good eye!
Looking to get into this field. Thank you for this very informative and great amount of humor. Good stuff.
Damn, so much info. I had zilch idea that Caddies have huge responsibilities. I always thought they just hold their bags and hand them their different clubs.
I just got hired at a country club 😭I needed this
The reason why I am watching is because I'm planning to do this over the summer as a summer job hope I can lol 🙏
Great video I used to Caddie for a local country club in my early teens. Good stuff!
Thanks!
How do you get started to become a caddy? do you have to take a class and test or....
Really good video man. Got an interview to be a caddy today and this helped me feel a lot better about things.
This was both funny and informative 😂
This helped alot, Been looking to get a job as a caddie for my first job.
Good luck!
bro this is so helpful, i appreciate you dude
I told My friend I would caddy for him at the classic club in palm desert this weekend for a US open qualifiers. I might have made a mistake.
How did it go?
Same 😂
I'm a new caddy myself, one of the most informational videos I've seen great job!
Good mix of humor and information! Thanks 🙏
Great video! Awesome job!
"You have 267 yards to the center of the green"... "I'll use my 54 degree" lmao
How do you get started to become a caddy? do you have to take a class and test or....
Good question, here's a bit of a long-winded answer: When you first start you watch a few training videos, etc, then you get sent out on the course to shadow an older caddie. You follow the veteran caddie and watch, they'll teach you what to do as they do it.
Then, when you start, you'll be given simple loops, just one bag, or just one cart, for example. You're given a rank, C is the lowest, A is the highest, and then there are the older caddies who don't have a rank, they're basically pros. You work your way up the ranks at the discretion of the caddie master. He knows all the caddies very well and knows their strengths/weaknesses.
And that's basically it! Caddying is really about getting out on the course and learning hands on, the technical aspect (like giving yardages, reads, etc) can be developed later on with experience.
All golfers really want is a reliable caddie who is willing to give their best effort.
@@alexanderlegassick619 your a 🐐
@@alexanderlegassick619 how long would that take to get out of the "noob" state
This was actually amazing. Don’t know how or why it’s in our recommended but you definitely need to do more How To videos they are so good
Thanks suka babes. You're exactly right, the most popular videos on the channel are the how-to videos. It must be a sign
@@alexanderlegassick619 100%
not bad - only 2 things I would change.... First the " not stand there in awe- back up " correct , but also stand in an area where the golfer does not see you at all . Second - ditch the range finder and keep a yardage book- plus use all stakes and sprinkler heads to help.
How do you adjust yardage for pins? Cause for me as a caddie they don’t give us pin sheets. Do you just play to middle green with the yardage book?
@@edyntueller3693 yes .. then add/subtract upon location of pin.....
Omg thank you so much! I’m trying to get a Caddie job and definitely need some more training lol
👍👍👍
Great video i loved this soooo much, definitely want to be a caddie now
thank you sir
great tips man, well-made video too. Good ques telling them where to put stuff and not to reach for their clubs, good etiquette.
Hey thanks
Just some random questions, but I'm curious about specific situations. What if they have cart bags, do you just lay em down on the ground? Do you carry wooden and plastic tees and ask their preference? Would you actually rearrange someone's bag if it's outta wack? What do you do if you lost the ball?
If they have bags with no stands, see if you can swap the clubs into a bag that does have stands. You can ask the club for a rental bag. If your golfer doesn't want to do that then you'll have to lay them on the ground.
Don't worry about what tees you carry, as long as you have some. If they prefer one over the other they will let you know.
If I notice that a few clubs are misplaced I will rearrange them. If the clubs are in some weird formation, simply ask the golfer if it's OK for you to move them around. If they say no, leave them how they are. However, you are the one carrying the bag for 18 holes so you do have a say in that department. You can adjust the strap to be more comfortable, for example. Usually your golfer will ask about the weight of the bag. Be honest and let them know if it's too heavy. There is no reason for you to be carrying a tank on the golf course and most golfers understand this.
If your golfer hits a ball that you know is gone, signal to them from the fairway with your hand pointing in the direction that the ball went. I didn't show the hand signals in this video but they are very simple if you google them.
If you lose a ball that went into thick rough or fescue, just say sorry. Losing balls is part of golf, as long as you tried your best to keep a line and find it, don't worry about it. You should always try to find the ball, but ultimately it is the golfer's fault. I mean, if Mr. Jones didn't want to lose a ball today then maybe he shouldn't have hit his drive into the trees! Haha
@@alexanderlegassick619 haha yeah I guess that's right. Thanks for replying. What are your thoughts on someone in their 30's starting to caddie? I'm over my 9-5 and we're looking to move out west to a pretty high brow area with tons of golf courses. Covid has really gotten me to take golfing more serious and I'd love to just spend more time outside and even better, around golf. Money isn't the biggest motivator for me, but I'd hate to take the job away from a young kid that is trying to save for college or something. I figured it'd be a great way for me to get more time on the course, more knowledge about golf, get some local connections, and make some money while doing it.
@@volcomroofus You can 100% make a living caddying. You won't be able to make top dollar your first day but that's the reality for any job.
Living off caddying is pretty common for older guys who still loop. I'd say about half the caddies where I work now are pro caddies who make their living on the course.
In your case, you have to break into the ranks at a good club
I'd call every club in your area and ask to speak to their caddie master. Caddies are independent contractors so you don't need to commit to one club, you can get work wherever it's available
Look for as much work as you can. The most important thing is consistency. If you find a club that pays well and has work for you, always show up early to the loop, communicate with the caddie master clearly, and work hard so that they can rely on you. Caddie masters just want guys they can depend on. If they call you and you show up late or don't show up at all, you'll never hear from them again. It makes them look bad and they need to keep everything running smoothly for the members.
Hope that makes sense
Totally switching over from greenskeeping lol
I’m 14 and the caddie sign up is tomorrow at 8am - 10am and this is going to be my first job
Awesome
Great video
I have a question, how much do they pay you to be a caddie? I’m planning to try and apply as a caddie for a summer job so I’m just watching some training videos in the meantime before sending in my application.
How they do it where we caddie is pretty simple, there's a flat rate per bag and then a tip. It's $35 per bag for 18 holes. An average tip would be between $30-40. Carry two bags for 18 holes, you make $70, add a tip of $40 per bag and you've made $150. That's pretty standard for carrying doubles.
Obviously the tips vary. Some guys may get a tip in the range of $50-100 per bag, or even more. Some new caddies may get only a $20 tip per bag.
I remember one of the first loops I did I carried one bag for 18 holes and I made $65. That's a $30 tip, very average.
Caddying is by far one of the most worthwhile jobs you can have when you're young so take advantage of it!
@@alexanderlegassick619 thank you for the feedback, this helps a lot.
@@Daisy_Flores11034 Every golf course pays differently.
@@alexanderlegassick619 are you still working as a caddy?
23 per hour
Thank you!
You're welcome
Then how to fix the divot and rake the bunker too?
Growing up we had this cheap stake who owned Oberweis Ice Cream, he would give us free ice cream coupons as a tip. You don't know how perfect that Domino's card was at the end! 😂
Brilliant 👍
It was a good Idea. I am heppy about
That 'cause I began like Caddie one week ago.
How’d you find the job?
Hi, I start training tomorrow. I don’t have any prior experience and I’m gonna be an independent contractor kind of caddie. Would you say that members would expect a lot of me, and since I’m a beginner, I don’t know how to give give the best advice. How should I go on? Just smile and wave?
As long as you know the game, act like you’ve been there before and if you make mistakes the golfers will understand.
What can the player do to make the caddy’s life easier?
would it be stupid if i caddied and knew nothing about golf? i’m definitely going to try and learn but it’s good to know.
Not at all. There are plenty of kids who start caddying who haven't even seen a golf club. What you should do is learn the basic rules and etiquette. Be quiet and respectful, be ready to learn on the course, and you will do fine.
@@alexanderlegassick619 Thank you so much!
I was about to say “two coconuts on the right” when I actually get this job 😭🤦🏻♀️
Hehehehehhee
Good Stuff
yoooooo this had me dying. Prepping for a new job thanks for making me laugh thru it
Thanks bro
you got it
I had a caddie at Oakmont. He said he had been caddying there for half of his life (started young). He left my sun umbrella out of my bag on a sunny day. Funny moment but do not remove anything unless you are 100% positive.
Yep always check with the golfer
I learned a lot outside of the jokes. Thanks man
Idk what I'm even doing here, I've never even touched a club
I’m bouta start next month gud vid g finna watch this like 20x
Yes sir get that shmoolah!!!
i start tnrw. i’m watching the nights brofre
I gotta show this to my homie before the disc golf tournament :)
Also important to watch your shadow on the green, try not to have your shadow over the line of putt
he said that in the video
Dope vid
bunker can be raked later
That's right buddy boy
@@alexanderlegassick619 first I'll have to give a BJ the rake
@@djonenonly8381 oh my
How would YOU get started to learn about golf, I no close to nothing about it , and if I ever decide to become a caddie , I would like prior knowledge
What I would do is watch golf on TV. I know it's not the most exciting, but watch a full round of the pros playing and you will learn a ton.
Thanks Bro im going to Sankaty in like 3 days
Say hi to Luke Pierre
@@alexanderlegassick619 k
@@alexanderlegassick619 he said hi
@@alexanderlegassick619he said hi
How can i get better at reading greens? I have been caddying at the same club for 5 years but cant tell “how far” or where to aim. (I can tell how the green breaks).
I'd say your best bet is to try to get on the greens and putt yourself.
Thank you. This video helped me out so much 😊
You're welcome
STARTING AT SPYGLASS IN MARCH !!! THANK YOU FOR THIS!!!
WhT happen to the ball mark ? U didnt repair it
Is that sankaty towel and head covers?
Yessir
@@alexanderlegassick619 going back for my second year on the 14th, needed a touch up on caddying so I watched the video. Good stuff
ill take a 54 degree im dying
I died when you got the tips lolol
What range finder do you recommend
Anything bushnell. Tour v5 is good
@@alexanderlegassick619 Perfect, thank you!
I’m caddying in a ladies tour event for the first time ever tomorrow and I’m shitting myself 😂
Sounds like they got the right guy for the job
i might be getting my first job as a caddy and i’m kinda scared so i’m watching these videos. what should get down first?
Understand the game and what's going on, if you have that down you'll be fine
Great video man! Hope you got that pizza!😂
What was mr Jones doin that made you laugh haha
Lol Mr. Jones is baked
are the really bags heavy? i’m 15 and quite skinny i don’t know if i’d be able to manage😭
Most bags weigh like 2 tons
Bravo gentleman Bravo
thank mr cooper
my hopes of getting a job as a caddie immediately left the second I heard "know where your golfers ball is" bad eyesight ruins everything
Don't lose hope you can always use echolocation
I want to become a caddy as soon as I turn 14 (age that you can start where I live) and start saving up
same I'm 13
watching this because i just did a terrible caddy job at kittanset
Amazing video and you guys are funny… thanks for this
what about forecaddying?
One topic we missed in this video but basically whenever you can just walk ahead of your golfers to the side of the fairway
4:05
It never broke Alex
YOU'RE FIRED
this is a very good vedio I do all things but one thing I try to do I can't do is I can't see the bol it's too fast
I am a beginner kady
keep practicing
made a vedio how on basics to see a bol
Wow!
Can i work as a caddie in your country .
I,m already working as a caddie
I,m from sri lanka 🇱🇰
Of course
Lmao this is helpful but also funny asf
No way I actually just found le gassicks youtube channel
Is this Hoag??
@@alexanderlegassick619 yea lol
fun…😄
I'm scared 😳 simple I'm terrified
Just imagine the golfers in their underwear
On second thought, maybe not the best idea...
Mr. Jones look like the kinda guy to lay up
He lays up on par 3s
Everything was pretty good besides not really making fun of the players more having more jokes that's for the real money comes into play for all the real caddies know how to play the game and make big money. Yeah X's and O's are good and Good reads and good numbers are very important but getting along with the player and having a special bond is what really gets you paid.
the rule is that a player can have at most 14 golf clubs in each bag.
is hard to be caddie
A blonde boy be a caddie, what a change
Is this a good job for a 14 yo
Definitely. I started when I was 14, there are guys who started when they were 12, 13 too
@@alexanderlegassick619 ty
you dropped every head cover, bad caddie
Hey Gusty
My boy gustavo whats goin on
I feel I'm scared to be a caddy.🥺😖
Don't worry you'll be great my friend
@@alexanderlegassick619 Thanks u..😣😭🙏
"Generosity" 🤣🤣🤣🤣
That a lot too a remember lol
267 to the center …. prolly a 54degree 😂
The first tip: Tell Mr. Smith he is going to get skin cancer if he doesn't learn how to use sunscreen.
hello I'll be your fluffer today
Hello I'll be fluffing your fluffer today
Huh, I don't see tips on being british or liking PS1 games
This is too complicated for me i give up
#golf is not #g4y #florida