-Learn the scoring system used in golf. Each hole on the course is classified as either a Par 3, Par 4 and Par 5 based on length and the appropriate amount of shots to hole the ball. 

A score of 1 under Par on a hole is called a "Birdie." Ex: A score of 3 made on a Par 4 hole.

A score of par is considered just that, a "Par." Ex: A score of 4 on a Par 4 hole.

A score of 1 over par is called a "Bogey." Ex: A score of 5 on a Par 4 hole.

A score of 2 over par on a hole is called "Double Bogey." Ex: A score of 6 on a Par 4.

This may go without saying but players are striving to make the lowest score possible on each hole.

If a player is unfamiliar with the course and asks you, "Is this a Par 5?" Use your knowledge as a caddie to remember each hole and give them the correct answer.

-Learn the parts of the golf course-

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-14 club rule- Count your players clubs, including the putter, before each round. It is against the rules of golf to have more than 14 clubs in the bag. Politely notify the player before the round begins.

-Pace of Play- Pace of play is the time allowed to complete an 18 hole round of golf. Pace of Play at White Eagle is 4 hours. After 9 holes, check your watch or phone to see if you are "On-Pace" or not. If it took your players more than 2 hours to play 9 hole, your group is behind pace. Politely notify your group that they need to speed up. Do not ever hold up a group as a caddie.

-Locate all all golf balls in play- One of your jobs as a caddie/forecaddie is to locate each player's golf ball. As a forecaddie , you will need to use your ears just as much as your eyes when trying to track a golf ball when it hits the ground. Become familiar with the course and find objects that you believe the ball traveled near. Begin your search near these objects that stick out to you. Your #1 job as a caddie is to find errant golf shots.

-Handle and place the bag properly on the putting green- If you are carrying a bag near the green, always set the bag down in the direction to the next tee box. This will prevent you from needing to rush back across the green to retrieve the bag. Do not slam the bag down with force as this can cause damage to the turf and golf bag. 

-Hustle- Do not fall behind a player/group. 

-Do not lose any items. Towels, headcovers, etc.- Take a quick glance behind you as you are walking away from a shot to make sure you didn't leave any items on the ground.

-The flagstick- As a caddie, it is your responsibility to pull the flag when players are putting their ball. A good rule of thumb for caddies: If the putt length for the first player is outside 25 feet, ask if they would like the flag out. If the next putt is within 25 feet, take the flagstick out and hold it. Most players prefer to putt with the flagstick out within 25 feet. You will start to notice a trend if your group prefers to putt with the flagstick in or out, remember that for the remainder of the round.

-Do not walk in a player's line of putt- Walk around the line of putt rather than through it. It may require a few more steps but is proper golf course etiquette. 

-Watch your shadows!- Keep your shadows away from the player on sunny days.

-Do not pick up a player's golf ball unless instructed to do so.

-In an emergency situation. Please notify the group and call the golf shop at 630-983-6836.

-Finishing the round- At the completion of the round, remove your hat and shake each player's hand thanking them for an enjoyable round. Make sure that all clubs are cleaned and put back in the bag correctly and confirm with the member what they would like you to do with their clubs after returning to the staging area. Members have the option to store their clubs in the bag room or take with them off property.

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