Issue 2, April 1, 2023
Westwood’s Caddie Program Newsletter
IN THIS ISSUE
Page 1: Meet Westwood’s Newest Evan Scholar
Page 2: Caddie’s Corner
Page 3: Welcome Westwood’s NewestApprentice Caddies
Page 4:Apprentice Evaluations
Page 5: Caddie Requests
IMPORTANTDATES
Mon 4/10 GreenAerification
Wed 4/11-12 FairwayAerification
Mon 4/17 -Thur 4/20 CaddieTraining
Tues 4/25 -Thur 4/27 CaddieTraining
Sat 4/30 - Sun 5/1 CaddieTraining
Sat 4/22 Kickoff Shamble 9:00 am
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Jamal Mansour
How long have you been a caddie at Westwood?
“This will be my 5th year caddying at Westwood.”
How did you first learn about the Evans Scholar opportunity?
“I still remember being in 8th grade seeing the school announcements and learning about this amazing opportunity. I got hired and my parents went to the caddie orientation and told me about this scholarship. So, I’ve always known I needed to work hard and be the best caddie I could.”
What was the application process like for you?
“I was very nervous throughout the application process, but with the help of my school counselor, Mr. Kozar and Mr. Sico, they made it much easier. I’d like to thank all of these people for helping my hard work come to fruition.”
How did you learn you had been awarded the scholarship? What was your reaction? How did it make your parents feel?
“After my interview in Columbus, I was constantly checking the mailbox waiting for a letter back. I came home for lunch one day and saw the envelope and I was immediately in shock. My family was just as thrilled! They are excited to support me along this journey.”
What has been one of your favorite memories of being an Evans Scholar so far?
“My favorite memory so far as an Evans Scholar is meeting the new scholars and the upperclassmen at the Evans House this past weekend at Miami University. Everyone was so kind and made me so excited to be a part of this community for the next four years!”
Do you have any advice for the younger caddies at Westwood who are possibly interested in becoming an Evans Scholar?
“As for the younger caddies at Westwood, I believe grades and caddie record are some of the most important factors in becoming an Evans Scholar. Good luck to all!”
Meet Westwood’s Newest Evans Scholar
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On The Bag: Lucas Opdycke
● How old are you? What grade are you in, where?
“I am 17 years old and a junior at Rocky River High School.”
● What is your favorite subject in school? Why?
“My favorite subject is calculus because it builds problem solving skills and comes to me easier than other subject.”
● What is your least favorite? Why?
“My least favorite subject is Spanish because I get confused a lot in class.”
● What are your future plans/aspirations after you graduate?
“After high school, I plan on attending college to study business and entrepreneurship.”
● What do you like to do in your free time?
“In my free time, I like boating, playing golf, hockey, and working out with my friends.”
● How long have you been a caddie at Westwood?
“I am going on my third year as a caddie at Westwood.”
● What made you want to become a caddie?
“My family has always been into golf and when I heard how much success my older friends had with caddying, it seemed like the perfect job.”
● What part of the job do you find most rewarding? Most challenging?
“The most rewarding part is feeling like a made someone’s day easier and being surrounded by successful people to learn from. The most challenging part is when your golfers split the fairway on their drives!”
● What is your favorite part of the job? Least favorite part?
“My favorite part of caddying at Westwood is building relationships with a lot of the members and feeling appreciated by them. My least favorite is waking up for early loops but it is worth it.”
● To date, what is your most memorable moment while caddying?
“Although I’ve had plenty of great experiences through caddying, one of the most memorable to me was the Cleveland Browns outing and meeting some of the players!”
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WELCOME NEWAPPRENTICES
We had an unprecedented number of kids sign up to become a caddie at Westwood this season! In an effort to provide the best possible service, I brought aboard 58 apprentice caddies. Please make them feel welcome as they begin their apprenticeship over the next several weeks.
CooperAlbers
Anthony Coale
Colin Ferris
Andrew Gale
Jack Gilbride
Kevin Lenahan
Nicholas Michaelides
Kollin Nilson
Noah Opdycke
Grady Pelligrini
Andrew Rennell
Cole Stand
Jimmy Walther
Peyton Wolf
Aaron Bergstresser
Jordan Cook
Charlie Fitz
Ronan Gauntner
Ryan Gilbride
Daniel Maddox
Ellen Mingus
Kooper Nilson
Jackson Paige
Aaron Poretsky
Patrick Rose
Braydn Szczepaniak
Charlie Wanosik
Max Edwards
Elliot Brown
Tyler Cupar
Will Fraser
Brian Geary
Dominic Kovi
Nicolas Maddox
Jimmy Myers
Tyler Nordaune
Jonathan Parasci
Finn Potts
Gavin Steiner
NolanToole
Michael Williams
Eli Nouneh
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Apprentice Evaluations
Beginning this golf season, I will be implementing a slightly different training program for all new caddies.The training will consist of the following:
● 1 day of classroom training
● 2 days of on-course training
○ Caddie Mentors (Kyle Gerrity, Ryan Eckert, Lucas Opdycke, Kyle Gibbons, Charlie Medvin, OwenToole, & Mike Ritt)
○ Member Mentors (Special shout out to Mr. Russo, Mr. Casserio, Mr. Butler, Mr. Walsh, Mr. Hollis, Mr. McAuliffe, & Mr.Torek)
● 2 shadow loops with a veteran caddie
● 10 individual loops as an apprentice caddie
During their time as an apprentice, I am respectfully asking all members to complete an Apprentice Evaluation Form located under “Caddie Program” in the ForeteesApp. I will be providing ongoing training of the new caddies during their apprenticeship so your feedback is vital to their success.Thank you in advance for helping me with this new endeavor!
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out .
-Ken Kozar Caddie Manager
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REMINDER CADDIE REQUESTS
As always, all caddie requests for major events (The Classic, Blue Coat & Club Championship) will be honored as long as the caddie is available. Every effort will be made to honor all other requests if circumstances permit. Please refrain from making arrangements with your caddie directly.
Back again this season is the online Caddie Request Form. When you want to request a caddie please take the time to complete this form.Alink can be found in the ForeTeesApp under “Caddie Program”.
If your request is not submitted through the Caddie Request Form, it will not be honored.Thank you for your understanding.
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