Get Behind the Scenes

Volunteering is an amazing way to get a behind-the-scenes look at a professional golf tournament, and experience up-close-and personal the operations of this exciting event.

Each LPGA event is a massive undertaking and the success of the Tournament depends on the commitment of a small army of volunteers. Each year, hundreds of volunteers donate their time to serve critical needs such as marshaling, scoring, transporation, hospitality services and many other important jobs.

Available Jobs

The following are brief descriptions of the typical volunteer committees:

Admisions/Will Call

Oversee ticket collection, ticket pick-up and sales at Will Call and hand out programs, pairings and answer general questions (Wednesday - Sunday)

Caddie Services

Register Pro Caddies, distribute yardage books, distribute and gather caddie bibs and towels

Golf Carts

Oversee the check-out (am) and check-in (pm) process of all tournament use golf carts

Hospitality

Check credentials, distribute wristbands, and provide general assistance at all hospitality locations (Thursday - Sunday)

Leaderboard

Responsible for updating the manual leaderboard on 18 (Thursday-Sunday); must not be afraid of heights

Marshals

Provide crowd control and enforce golf etiquette among spectators (Wednesday - Sunday)

Merchandise

Help Pelican Golf Club staff manage merchandise tent, including customer services, merchandise display, restocking, and sales on the 12th hole (Thursday - Sunday)

On Course Services

Replenish water, ice, and other product on course
*Physically demanding*

Player Services

LPGA player registration and management of locker room (females and invitation only)

Practice Range

Manage practice ball supply and player ID signs on practice range

Pro-Am Operations

Assist in Pro-Am registration and gift bag process (Wednesday only)

Scoring Control

Assist in the management of the LPGA's scoring system in scoring trailer, and confirm players' scores and caddie stat cards in scoring tents on 9 and 18

Shuttles

Assist with transporting caddies, media, and other designated personnel to and from Lot B and back

Standard Bearers

Walk all 18 holes with group of players while carrying standard (sign) and updating with players' scores (requires the ability to walk 18 holes, and lift and carry 20 pounds, Thursday - Sunday)

Television

Assist The Golf Channel staff in production of telecast (Thursday-Sunday only, must be able to walk up to 15 holes and have general knowledge of golf etiquette and scoring)

Transportation

Drive tournament professionals in tournament vehicles to and from select locations (should have knowledge of local roads)

Volunteer Services

Manage uniform packing and distribution; staff volunteer area during Tournament week

Requirements to Volunteer

Age Requirements

Volunteers must be at least 18 years of age, unless a legal guardian signs the volunteer application and waiver.

Volunteers 13 and under MUST volunteer with a parent or guardian.

Shifts

Volunteers are asked to complete a minimum of three (4-6 hour) shifts. Most committees will have an a.m. and p.m. shift, however some committees are not asked to report until later in the day due to the tournament needs.

The volunteer chairpersons will coordinate the schedule for their committees based on the specific shift information provided by the volunteer.

Volunteer Package

Includes one golf shirt, one hat or visor, one volunteer pin, two weekly grounds tickets, and food and beverages on days worked. Volunteers ages 21 and under are not required to pay for their volunteer uniform package.

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Volunteer Training

Not required but strongly encouraged. General training sessions followed by committee breakout sessions. Will be taking place at the Volunteer Appreciation Party. The Volunteer Coordinator will go through a general training session (two different sessions, AM and PM) and committees will break out separately after and go over their own training. Not all committees require training ahead of time.

Volunteer Uniform Distribution

When: Saturday, November 4th
Where: Belleair Recreation Center
918 Osceola Rd., Belleair, FL 33756

VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION PARTY

When: Saturday, November 4th
9am - 2pm *Time depends upon which session you are in, that information will be released soon*

Where: Belleair Recreation Center
918 Osceola Rd., Belleair, FL 33756

What: Not required but encouraged. With complimentary food and beverage, raffle prices, uniform distribution, and training all in one stop! Please check back closer to the event for further details.

Volunteer Parking

Volunteer must have their credential on them in order to access free parking. Please check back closer to the event to get further updates.

If you have any questions please contact Sam Mok at smok@outlyr.com.

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