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Payne Stewart’s Caddie · 1999 U.S. Open
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Who Was There
For 42 years Mike Hicks walked inside the ropes — and stood beside Payne Stewart for his 1999 U.S. Open win. Now you can bring that story to your event, broadcast, or brand.
42
Years on Tour
1999
U.S. Open Champion Caddie
U.S.
Years on Tour
The Story
The Man Who Was on the Bag
When the putt dropped on 18 at Pinehurst, Payne Stewart turned and grabbed his caddie. That caddie was Mike Hicks.
Across more than four decades inside the ropes, Mike carried the bag through major championships and shared the defining moment of the 1999 U.S. Open — an embrace that became one of the most enduring images in the history of the game.
Today Mike still works in golf every day: teaching the short game, serving as the U.S. distributor for the Arc Master, and bringing real tour craft to clubs, brands, and audiences. When you book Mike, you don’t get a hired speaker reading from cards. You get the man who was there.
Four Ways to Work With Mike
Pick the format that fits your event, broadcast, or brand. Every booking starts with the same quick inquiry — Mike tailors it from there.
Speaking & Appearances
A keynote, a clinic, or simply Mike in the room — with stories no one else can tell.
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Keynote & after-dinner talks -
Corporate & charity events -
Tournament appearances
Ideal for — planners, associations, charity events
On-Course Experiences
Put Mike on the bag — the closest thing to playing a major with a tour caddie.
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Private caddying for VIPs -
Pro-am & member-guest outings -
"Walk with a tour caddie" clinics
Ideal for — private clubs, resorts, VIP outings
Media & Commentary
Authentic, camera-ready insight — especially during major championship weeks.
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Media & podcast appearances -
Expert commentary & analysis -
On-camera product reviews
Ideal for — broadcasters, producers, podcasters
Advisory & Consulting
Decades of equipment and instruction knowledge, put to work for your brand.
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Equipment & product consulting -
Instruction-program advisory -
Endorsements & ambassadorships
Ideal for — golf brands & equipment companies
Booking Mike Is Simple
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Tell Mike about it
Pick the format that fits your event, broadcast, or brand. Every booking starts with the same quick inquiry — Mike tailors it from there.
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Build the day together
Mike replies within one business day to confirm fit, shape the experience, and lock the details that matter to you.
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Give them a moment
From the first handshake to the last story, your guests leave with a connection to golf history they’ll talk about for years.
He didn't just speak to our group — he was there for the moment we'll never forget. Worth every minute.
Mike Hicks brings over four decades of tour-level experience straight to the practice green. As a former professional caddie, he spent 42 years inside the ropes, including a career-defining win with Payne Stewart at the 1999 U.S. Open. After retiring, Mike launched Mike Hicks Golf with one goal—to give junior and college players the kind of reliable, one-on-one putting instruction that’s often missing.
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Let's Plan Something They'll Remember
Tell Mike what you have in mind. Whether it’s a keynote, a round, a broadcast, or a partnership, he’ll be in touch within one business day.