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La Grange Country Club has one of the premiere caddie programs in the Midwest. Each year we invite boys and girls, 13 years old and older, to join our caddie program. Aside from the age requirements, the other prerequisites to becoming a caddie at LGCC are: the ability to carry a golf bag 18 holes, the desire to learn more about the game of golf, a positive attitude and the ability to work in an "unstructured" work environment. Successful caddies will gain valuable work and life lessons while interacting with their peers and adult members of the community.
A golf caddie, male or female, is asked to learn the rules, etiquette, and fundamentals of the game of golf in order to assist golfers during a round of 18 holes. Caddies are in charge of the member's golf bag and assist him/her with course information (e.g., distance to hole) throughout the round.
At La Grange Country Club, caddies are taught and encouraged to act like gentlemen/ladies. They are provided with a recreation area and are given the opportunity to learn and play the game of golf. Additionally, caddies at LGCC are eligible (after two years) to apply for the Evans Scholars Program.
Being a Caddie can be very rewarding but requires a commitment to learning the game a golf and the role of a Caddie. Caddies must also work hard when they are on the course and be prepared to wait for the opportunity to caddie. Caddies are asked to show up for a draw in the morning to determine the order in which caddies will be assigned to golfers. The Caddie Master will be as equitable as possible in making assignments and informing Caddies as to whether they are likely to go out but the number rounds played on any day varies significantly.
Apply: An individual interested in becoming a caddie at La Grange Country Club must submit the LGCC Caddie Application. From the applications received, a select number of boys and girls will be asked to attend a caddy orientation session with their parents. Those that attend this session will be asked to learn the caddie rules and pass LGCC Caddie Training School.
Caddie training includes two on-course training sessions and a mandatory final exam. Continued opportunity is based on ones conduct and ability. Caddies must be at least 13 years of age. Caddies are required to submit a copy of his/her Birth or Baptismal Certificate to La Grange Country Club in order to be eligible to caddie.
Performance Evaluation: After every round of golf, each caddie is rated on his/her performance by the golfer(s) served and is awarded points based on that rating. The following is LGCC's Golf Caddie Rating Scale: Exceeds Standards: 2 Points Meets Standards: 1 Point Does Not Meet Standards: 0 Points
Caddie Levels: La Grange Country Club categorizes caddies into three levels based on a combination of age, experience, physical condition, and attitude. The three caddie levels are "B" Caddie, "A" Caddie, and Honor Caddie.
"B" Caddie A "B" Caddie exhibits a general knowledge of the game. "B" Caddies are most commonly asked to carry one bag. A "B" Caddie qualifies to become an "A" Caddie when he/she exhibits the maturity, sustained performance and commitment to the program to move to the next level. A combination of the Caddie Master's personal judgment and an evaluation of the caddie's rating score control a caddie's rank.
"A" Caddie An "A Caddie" exhibits an experienced knowledge of the game. "A" Caddies normally carry one bag, but are sometimes asked to carry two bags. An "A" Caddie qualifies to become an Honor Caddie when he/she exhibits the maturity, sustained performance and commitment, to move to the next level. A combination of the Caddie Master's personal judgment and an evaluation of the caddie's rating score control a caddie's rank.
Honor Caddie An "Honor Caddie" exhibits an expertise of the game and the role that a caddie plays in enhancing the golf experience. Honor Caddies are also mentors to the younger caddies. An Honor Caddie may be asked to carry two bags.
Caddie Rates: The following rates apply to everyday golf. There are increased rates for certain club events. (All rates are based on one bag.)
Honor Caddie (18 Holes): $40 "A" Caddie (18 Holes): $32 "B" Caddie (18 Holes): $24
Honor Caddie (9 Holes): $20 "A" Caddie (9 Holes): $16 "B" Caddie (9 Holes): $12
Note: Golf Caddies operate as independent contractors. They are not employees of the club.
Caddie Attire: Khaki pants or shorts with comfortable walking shoes for all outdoor turf conditions. All caddies will invest in a uniform shirt and will have an option on a caddie hat.
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