Volunteer
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.
