Be Somebody
Most of the caddie programs in the US are located at high end exclusive private courses, but it’s also public and semi-private golf facilities that are home to a novel, innovative program aimed at mentoring youth and strengthening the institution of caddying.
What better way to experience golf than with a caddie! The Caddie Academy will encourage the use of caddies through a unique incentive — paying the caddie’s base fee. The only out-of-pocket cost for a golfer would be an optional tip.
Upon successful completion of a loop, (A loop is one 18 hole round of golf, carrying a bag which takes about 4 hours) caddies will receive $40 paid electronically within 48 hours via Stripe. Caddies will also likely to receive a tip, based on their hustle and attitude from their golfer after a completed loop.
This caddie program is designed to provide young men and women the opportunity to learn life lessons through exposure to the game of golf — valuing a strong work ethic, social interaction and perseverance. In addition, the Academy will help the Western Golf Association identify potential candidates for the Evans Caddie Scholarship program.