Caddies Quote by Lee Trevino
“Caddies are a breed of their own. If you shoot 66, they say, "Man, we shot 66!" But go out and shoot 77, and they say "Hell, he shot 77!"”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Golf Magazine, 1992
Caddies celebrate low scores but downplay higher ones, showing bias toward success.
In simple terms: Caddies praise good scores, ignore bad ones.
Recognize and value consistent effort, not just outcomes.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- golf tournaments
- team dynamics
- coaching
- performance reviews
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does praise affect motivation?
- Do you notice similar bias in your field?
May overlook learning from mistakes.