February 22, 2025

For Jason McDede, golf is not just a job, but a family affair. As a caddie for Nelly Korda and husband to LPGA player Caroline Masson, his life is a balancing act. But as their family prepared to welcome a new addition, McDede found himself torn between his professional commitments and his personal life. What happened next was heartwarming and turned him upside down in a way he never saw coming.

The caddie-golfer couple had meticulously planned every detail, from the nursery to the golf calendar. However, they knew the schedule with Nelly Korda would take him away from home for stretches, but they were determined to make it work. Caroline Masson scheduled her C-section around Korda’s golf calendar, ensuring Jason could be there for the birth. Little did he know, their plans were about to change in an instant.

It was April 2023, when McDede was giving his duties at the JM Eagle LA Championship, and Masson started feeling a bit uncomfortable. She went to the hospital to get it checked and then was sent back home and asked to rest, only to return to the hospital the very same night. After the first false alarm, McDede and Masson decided that he should stay in LA only and finish the job. But as the baby’s arrival became evident, Looper’s plan changed too.

By the tender age of 15 months, Benton had already accompanied his parents on numerous cross-country flights, international trips, and golf tournaments. From the sun-kissed fairways of California to the historic courses of Scotland, Benton’s early life has been a whirlwind tour of new experiences and exciting destinations.

Consequently, his travels have also taken him to the prestigious Solheim Cup in Spain. Moreover, he stole the show with his adorable smile at the 2023 Amundi Evian Championship. As he is growing up, it seems he’s become a regular on the LPGA Tour. This season, he witnessed Nelly Korda and his father’s six incredible wins. Additionally, the remarkable haul of five consecutive victories left the golf world buzzing.

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