‘Bones’ now a rookie again

Caddie education will serve Bones well on TVplayJim “Bones” Mackay will be a great golf analyst (1:18)Jim “Bones” Mackay will be a great announcer and analyst on the golf course. There's only one thing that makes the transition difficult. (1:18)
FacebookTwitterFacebook MessengerEmailcommentJul 6, 2017Jason SobelESPN Senior Writer Close Covered golf since 2004
Former writer at Golf Channel
Winner of four Emmys while at ESPNFacebookTwitterFacebook MessengerPinterestEmailprintcommentTwo years ago, Jim Mackay, the former caddie informally known to the world simply as “Bones,” learned an invaluable lesson. This was during the RSM Classic, where he was working as a guest on-course reporter for Golf Channel. Always eloquent and thoughtful when speaking about the game, those characteristics shined through in this appearance. Mackay seemed like a natural, except for one small problem: Every time he was shown on camera, he was chewing gum.
“Yeah, don't ever chew gum on the air,” he s..

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