I am getting this job at a golf course as a caddy because i am only 13 and i dont know anything about work or golf so can ne 1 help me out pleas????????????????????????
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DON'T WORRY, YOU'LL BE FINE. NOBODY IS BORN KNOWING THEIR JOB, BUT LEARNING FROM IT. JUST GIVE IT A FEW WEEKS AND IN NO TIME YOU WILL KNOW YOUR JOB ALOT BETTER THAN RIGHT NOW. AT SOME POINT IN LIFE WE HAVE TO START LEARNING FROM EXPERINCES
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Either way you decide to go you should get the irons custom fit. For some reason the golf consumer believes that name-brand clubs off the rack are "better." This is simply false. \n\nIf the average Joe could witness the hours of tweeking that go into a touring pro's clubs, then they'd realize that it's not the name on the clubhead, it the custom fitting that makes it all work.\n\nTo get everything just right, your swing has to be analyzed either with computer or by lots of experimentation or, preferably, by both.\n\nA book that you may benefit greatly from is Tom Wishon's "The Search for the Perfect Golf Club." (See link 1)\n\nSee link 2 for a quick Q&A discussing custom clubfitting.\n\nNo, I do not work for nor am I associated with Wishon Golf in any way, shape, or form. I actually play a set of Golfworks irons, TaylorMade driver (a gift...would never have spent that much on a driver), and a SeeMore putter (like Payne Stewart's).
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It depends upon your age as far as the clubs to start off with because they have clubs for children as well as adults.\nYou may want to just start off with a 1,3,and 5 wood set for your woods. As far as your irons, you may want to start off with a set with a 3,5,7, and 9 iron as well as a pitching wedge. Also, find yourself a putter that you are comfortable handling, for putting is a huge part of the sport. As far as balls, you may want to start off with a dozen, along with a towel to wipe your balls and clubs clean with. And also a bag large enough to consume all of your equipment that is the right size for you to carry if you will be carrying your clubs on the course instead of carrying them in a cart.
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This is an easy one....I'll share with you a great tip I observed by watching professional caddies over the years. \n\nBefore a round a pro caddy washes his players grips with soap and water in a bucket....then after they are washed and dried he'll rub them for a 5 or 6 seconds with a piece of sand paper. \n\nI first observed this about 10 years ago and I've been doing it ever since! It works like a charm! I've been using the same putter grip for at least 6 or 7 years....still feels like new! \n\nUse this tip and you won't need anything else to keep your grips feeling tacky.
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im a shot putter myself i have been doing it for six years.ithink that you are quiet good for a beginner,you should start practicing who knows you will one day be @ the olympics-doing your thing.as for the record-the last time i checked it was +&#92;- 16,96 ,i dont know now.GO ON YOU'VE GOT IT.When you do practice concentrate on your technique and speed,you will be fine
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Since you like playing soccer, it sounds to me like you need to look for outdoors work, especially in something that has to do with sports.  Don't know if they have them anymore, but golf caddy, check with any rec centers you have in your area, talk to your soccer coach, volunteer at a summer camp, maybe teaching soccer!  You sound pretty grown-up and intelligent, think about what you enjoy doing and run an ad in your local paper.  At the age of 15 I think you have to take an "odd job" cause the legal age for working is 16.  But ask friends, neighbors, your teachers, parents, and post messages on local bulletin boards stating what kind of "work" you are looking for.  Good luck to you!  It's nice to hear about a 15 yr old actually thinking about a job!
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Starters you can get some great used golf balls at www.mygolfballstore.com they look like new without the high price.  \n\nYou have golf balls for distance - The golf balls the promote distance don't spin as much as the golf balls with feel.  The distance ball will fly straighter but it want stop very well.  The ball is durable.  All you can do is try to hit the ball straight, you can control it like the balls that spin.  \n\nThe balls with feel - Pro -VI types - Since they spin more if you hook or slice you will end up further off course.  They don't go as far.  They will hold on the greens and you can move the ball around better than the distance ball.  Better golfers seem to like this ball.  The better feel and spin helps with chipping and putting.  The distance ball bounces off the club and takes off.
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Whatever you do...don't force it upon him.  If he wants to learn to play golf that's great.  Don't make it a pressure.  As long as he's having fun.  I believe it's best to start with the driver at the range and then the other clubs (some instructors might disagree, but if you think about..the driver needs the most practice and if he can hit that he'll hit'em all).  Show him the proper grip.  That's one of, if not "the" most important fundamentals.  He'll probably do better with an interlocking grip to start.  Allow him to not be absolutely perfect and allow him to take a full swing and stay in balance.  Teach him the proper foot work to develop rhythm.  Spend a lot of time putting and chipping.  Let him watch a good golfer swing and allow him to emulate.  Don't let him play on a public course until he can make decent contact so he will enjoy it more and not frustrate the 4 some behind you.  Unless there is a shorter, less traveled golf course available.  Seeing him hit his tee shot down the middle will be worth all the patient it takes to get there.  ENJOY and Good luck.
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Most country clubs will have used rackets that you should be able to borrow or rent. It depends on the club, however, so you should call in advance to be sure they can provide you with a racket.\nThey most likely will have balls you can purchase, and depending on the pro, they might let you use some used balls for free.\nAs for what you wear--if it is an "elite" country club, you should wear a collared shirt (males) or tennis shorts or a skirt or a tennis dress (female). You can certainly get by with anything close to the above, but err in the direction of conservative dress. Some clubs don't care what you wear, but many do. Also, be sure to wear tennis shoes, not running shoes or basketball shoes, for example. Clubs really care that you do not wear shoes that will mark the courts.\nIt's really best to contact the club about these questions, but you will never go wrong with the clothing I suggest above, especially if you choose the color white.\nFinally--definitely do NOT wear denim of any kind. Most country clubs do not allow this on the golf course or tennis courts.
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Since you're only 15 I would just wear a nice pair of pants (not jeans..preferablly black pants) and kitten heels, a nice collared shirt or something professional looking.  Don't wear anything revealing, tight, low cut, etc.  Have your nails manicured (or at least trimmed to one lenght...do not wear bright colors).  Have your hair pulled back from your face in a bun or pony tail.  This will make it less easy to tug at your hair if you're nervous.  Normally for job interviews I suggest bringing a resume in a nice neat folder..but since this is your first job, you won't need to do that.  I would bring a list of 3 references (not family members.) typed.  Just remember to be yourself, smile politely, have proper grammer, do NOT chew gum and answer the questions they ask your honestly.  goodluck.
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It used to be that being a caddy meant having to heft those great big tour bags around. Usually they had the 14 clubs, an umbrella, extra shoes and socks, balls, and other things like snacks and whatnot. The bag itself weighed 10 to 15 pounds, so it could be quite a struggle when you added everything into it. Also, those bags had one strap that you looped over one shoulder.\n\nThings are easier now thanks to the double straps, which evenly distribute the weight of the bag and make it easier to carry, especially over extended distances. It also took the height issue out of the equation, because the one end that used to hang down is now more on a 45 degree angle.\n\nStrength shouldn't be too much of a concern, but you need to be in decent shape for walking around with that extra weight on your back. Just remember to lean forward slightly when walking to avoid excess strain on your lower back, and you should be fine.\n\nHappy looping!
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You didn't mention your age.  While you may be mature enough to handle a golf cart, most people under 18 are certainly not.  Having said that, some 40 year olds drive them into lakes and onto greens too.
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PartyCrasher:\n\nThese answers are well thought out. But I would recommend a bit different set makeup for you. \n\nIrons: 5-Sand Wedge (56 degree SW).\n\nMake sure to get a cavity backed set, something with offset. If you tell the people at the golf store that you're looking for a forgiving set of irons that's cavity backed and offset, they'll be able to help you. \n\nWoods and hybrids:\n\nGet an 18 degree 5 wood, a 21 degree 7 wood, and two hybrid clubs (these are a cross between a wood and iron) Hybrids: 22 and 25 degree. These are much easier to hit and much more forgiving than long irons. They will make the game easier for you starting out. \n\nGet at least a 13 degree driver, with as big a head as possible, to make it easier to hit. Make sure you get it from a major manufacturer, the off brands may look the same, but their quality control is terrble. \n\nAny 34 or 35 inch putter that looks good to you, one that looks like a Ping Anser is a good choice. Almost all the major manufacturers have a design that copies the original Ping putter. \n\nThis leaves you with thirteen clubs. You can add one more later because the limit is 14, but I would start with this and see how it goes. This set will not be cheap, you will probably spend over 1000.00 easily. \n\nYou might want to see what irons and woods you like at the golf store and then check ebay and see if you can get them used. Just make sure they're not too beat up!! \n\nThe January 2006 issue of Golf Magazine has an article that I referenced for this recommendation, pick it up and use it as a guide to begin your club purchases! \n\nHave fun!!!
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109, you are well on your way to breaking 100 in the next round or 3, if you haven't already. Point being you are a fair to good club swinger who is improving. \nMost of the above answers are good, but just getting it out in play will not teach you how to hit a long bunker shot which you are going to need as your game improves. If the smart play is to punch it out because of the situation like the lip, trees, lake etc. then do it, but you still need to hit a few long ones because this won't be the last time you are in one.\n   Greg V had most of the components right, but he got confused on ball placement. In order to hit the ball first you have to put it a little BACK in your stance (and I mean a little) so you strike the ball first not the sand. The idea being to slightly hit it into the sand which repells the ball out or get it out clean. In a green side bunker you play the ball a little forward so you strike the sand first which explodes under the ball and forces it out. I don't know about the feet digging in part, but I always waggle my feet in so as not to loose my footing, which as you know if you ever played in sneakers on wet grass, can really ruin a shot.\nYou don't necessarily have to go for the green either. If you think you can make it, or,  if you don't you won't leave a hard chip (like another bunker shot) then go for it, that's the fun of the game.. My guess if you were 200 out it was your 2nd shot on a par 4 or 5. To make par, hit it to a distance you are confident from, say 100yds. So say you hit your wedge 100yds.usually, in this bunker trap you would hit a 9 or 8 to make it go 100 yds because you loose distance from the sand which is not as solid as the fairway. Chip up and hopefully make the putt for par.
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I love golf! Practice at the driving range using your wedge, 9, 8 irons.  Chipping and putting are the key to the game.\n\nOption for playing with better golfers.  Go ahead and tee off.  If it's a good shot play it.  If not play your second shot from your cart partner's lie...explaining you are new to the game and don't want to hold up the foursome.  Don't keep score at first, it will only make you mad...really.\n\nRELAX is the ultimate key to golf.  It is a GAME to be PLAYED and should be fun not work.\n\nif you're ever in myrtle beac, I'll play golf with you!!
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I was the supervisor for the B & N in my neck of the woods.  You can be 16 (you need to be mature in attitude).  It is a really great place to work provided you love books, you get a really great discount, and you like helping people.  Its a fast paced work envoriment but very relaxed.  Good Luck.
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be a caddy at your local country club- its great money