That is the preface to one of Jakovac’s best stories, which happened at the 2009 Sony Open on his first day on the PGA Tour. Showcasing his expertly honed storytelling skills, Jakovac jokes he is finally taking the advice of legendary looper Mike “Fluff” Cowan, Tiger Woods’ caddie from 1996–99 and currently Jim Furyk’s. From November 12–15, he’ll be by the star golfer’s side at the 2020 Masters Tournament. ![]() Jakovac has been caddying for Collin Morikawa-ranked among the top 10 golfers in the world-since the latter turned professional in June 2019. That’s a lot of time playing rounds with fellow caddies during off-days and spinning yarns at the 19th hole. The braces are off, and Jakovac’s been cutting his teeth as a caddie in the professional ranks for 14 years, including 12 on the PGA Tour. The image captures his reaction to his birdie putt slithering into the 16th hole at the 2002 NCAA Championships-inevitably securing his first of two NCAA titles.įlash forward nearly two decades. ![]() He looks so young in the photo outside the Chico State Department of Athletics office. But these days it’s the braces covering J.J. All Stories Athletics People Profiles Programs
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