We often overlook how caddies aid in a golfer’s ability to get around the course. They are often the players’ coach, helping our guests select the right club, where to land their tee shot, how to read the greens, etc. This month, as part of Player Development Month, we highlight Genieve Dixon who helps to mentor and train the Caddie team as they aid in the development of our guests on course!
Q: When you were young, what did you want to be when you grew up and please explain if there was a story around that.
A: I wanted to be a fashion designer, I use to love drawing and sewing in my younger days. I also wanted to be a preschool teacher, I love kids.
Q: What is one or two interesting facts about your heritage that you would like to share with us?
A: I am part Scottish.
Q: Who got you into the business or game of golf and what was your first experience at a golf course/range?
A: I got myself into it, watching the movie Caddy Shack one Sunday at my parents’ house. It was then that I first thought about becoming a caddy – it was an outside job – I love nature and I love staying active, meeting new people and good earnings, to take care of my two daughters.
My first experience playing on the course was tragic 🤣. It was a uphill par 4 White Witch Golf Course Montego Bay Jamaica. I hit about 10 balls and couldn’t get over the water, I threw a tantrum like a 2 year old somehow the club hit my mouth and busted my bottom lip. Don’t know how it happened 🤔. Never threw another tantrum on the course.
Q: Was there a mentor that helped guide you along your current career path and was there a piece of advice that helped you along your way?
A: Adrian Lindo was my mentor when I first started, he always emphasized the need for patience and understanding.
Q: How long have you worked for Troon and what has been your career progression; what do you love most about your job?
A: I start working in 2004 as a caddie and two years later, I was certified as a trainer. In 2009, I became an assistant manager and in 2011 I was promoted to Caddiemaster’s Program Manager.
Q: What do you do in your daily job or life to inspire minorities to get them interested in the game of golf or into the golf business as a career?
A: I have a sibling that works in an after-school program in the inner-city, I connected her with our GM this past summer and they are looking into doing some after school golf activities starting in spring. I have spoken to a few associates that work in different areas of our property, encouraging them they could do the Caddy work, it is great fun and you make great connections. I remind them that if they are in school, they have an opportunity to utilize the caddy scholarship plus make some good money.
Q: What is your dream foursome?
A: My foursome Tiger Woods, Dustin Johnson, and my favorite artist Drake. 😍
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