I regard the caddie in pro golf the same way as I view the co-driver in rally: as a part of a team. If anything, caddies should get more recognition for what they actually bring to the team.

Limiting their involvement in the game will only lead to longer round times, less money for the caddie (why pay him a nice salary and 10-15% of the win if he only carries a bag?) and less enjoyable golf.

IMHO, of course