One hired to serve as an attendant to a golfer, especially by carrying the golf clubs, is called a caddie.
Over the years I’ve come across the good, bad, short, tall, fat, thin, old, young, pretty and a few who have seen better days.
A caddie is aware of the challenges and obstacles of the golf course being played, along with the best strategy in playing it.
This includes knowing overall yardage, pin placements and club selection. If you are very lucky, a good caddie can give you insightful advice and moral support.
The records are not certain, but historians believe that Mary, Queen of Scots, came up with the term “caddie” in the late 16th century.
Mary grew up in France where military cadets carried golf clubs for royalty.
It is possible that Mary brought the custom to Scotland, where the term evolved into the word “caddie”.
Raking bunkers, cleaning clubs and…
