Information on Golf Caddying

A caddy is the right-hand man to the golfer, and as such, it is important that caddies do what golfers tell them to do in order to help golfers and speed up the game.

Caddies are either aspiring golfers or golfers. A very important requirement for caddies is that they know the game of golf.

You can either use a caddy who is employed by the clubhouse, or you can find caddies who are independently contracted. Often professional golfers have their own caddies in mind.

There are two types of caddying that are available: the forehand caddy and the traditional caddy. Traditional caddies carry golfers' bags and walk with them to each hole, and forehand caddies spot golfers' shots. The traditional caddy is used for professional golfing only.

Clubs and golfers use a ranking system for caddies. They are beginners or trainees, intermediate, honor, and championship. Oftentimes rankings are given upon course performance or golfers' recommendations.