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Posted by Donald J. Trump on 8/14/2009 at 1:50 PM
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Blog Image I have often said that I learn something new every day, and recently I learned where the term “caddie” came from, which, as a golfer, I found to be of special interest. Golf originated in Scotland and Mary, who was later to become known as Queen of Scots, loved and played the game.

Louis, King of France, knew that Mary loved the game and so when she went to France as young girl he had a golf course built for her enjoyment, which was the first golf course outside of Scotland. As he was concerned for her safety, King Louis had cadets from a military school accompany her for protection while she played.

Mary liked this idea, and when she returned to Scotland, she brought the idea with her. While her return to Scotland was ill-fated, the practice of having ‘cadets’--or caddies as they became known--as companions and helpers on the golf course, wasn’t. To this day they are an important part of golf, and a part of golf history as well.

Donald J. Trump is Chairman of Trump University.

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Posted by Rachael Sutton #1253595 on 08/14/2009 10:49 PM

That is interesting. It is amazing to me how in a constantly changing world, some things can remain unchanged and go almost unnoticed - and then, someone points them out. Yet, some things about golf are changing - take for example the spin off: Frisbe Golf. This is a really big pass time in this region, and courses are being developed in parks and at summer camps. Just today, I saw another spin. They call it Campus Golf, using the Frisbe Golf stations with golf clubs and tennis balls.

KeyS Recreation like these games of Golf are great for your mental and physical health. As I understand, golfers even have a special diet.

"A golfer's diet: live on greens as much as possible." ~Author Unknown

Posted by Rachael Sutton #1253595 on 08/16/2009 5:28 PM

Mr. Trump,

You are right about learning new things all the time.

KeyS

Posted by member1996462 on 08/16/2009 11:03 PM

Mr Trump,
How interesting, and a brilliant idea for the Lady to take it back to the home of Golf. Steve Williams and the like would be eternally grateful to her.
How is progress on your golf course in Scotland? I checked your website on the proposed site recently and I couldn’t see if any works had commenced yet. It’s a fantastic project; have you won over the farmer next door yet? I saw the programme on TV, quite some time ago now, where he was interviewed and was vehemently opposed to it. I thought to myself, back then, you have a challenge on your hands right there! Sincere Best Wishes with it all.

C Clarke
Perth Western Australia

Posted by Allan2000 on 08/18/2009 4:25 AM

I see, like golf who has caddies boxing has coach, asst coach and cutman in the ring. Mr. Trump please watch our filipino pride Manny pacquiao vs. Miguel cotto on nov. 14...

Posted by member1815053 on 08/19/2009 7:31 AM

You can really learn every day or perhaps in every hour during the daytime when you are eager to move forward and keep your eyes and mind open. If possible keep your mood under control even when things around you are falling or changing quickly. You must concentrate to one thing at the time, the same is in the Golf: you can only concentrate the one hit at the time.

Posted by member1909545 on 08/19/2009 1:33 PM

Thank you for sharing....I didn't know the origin of "caddies" nor that the a woman was among the first that loved the game. I recently read that the golf name originated from, "gentlemen only, no ladies allowed" (GOLF), so assumed that it was a sport only men enjoyed in the beginning.

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