PGA Grand Slam Seeking Volunteers
The PGA of America and Port Royal Golf Course have announced the start of volunteer recruitment for the 2011 PGA Grand Slam of Golf. Bermuda golf fans have the chance to get inside the ropes.
With half the field of qualifiers now set, the volunteer recruitment effort has intensified for the October tournament at Port Royal Golf Course.
Volunteers will rub shoulders with newly crowned U.S. Open Champion Rory McIlroy and Masters Champion Charl Schwartzel. Two more of professional golf’s top performers will round out the foursome later this summer.
Long before the field is set though, hundreds of volunteers are assembled to plan the PGA Grand Slam of Golf, which is seen on television in more than 100 countries.
Andy Burrows, general chairman of the 2011 PGA Grand Slam of Golf, said, “We could not do this event without the great support from the volunteers. Every year we see tremendous enthusiasm from Bermudians who come and support this event through volunteering.”
The roles are vast and wide in the volunteer ranks and a participant does not need to be a golf fan to be eligible; however, a general knowledge of the game is helpful.
One position that provides great viewing and exclusive access is that of Marshal. These positions are spread out around the course coordinating the flow of movement for the players, caddies, officials and media. More than 140 marshals are needed.
The event will also require about 45 additional people to assist with ropes and stakes, scoring, signage, admission and distribution.
People interested in more information can find it at www.pga.com/grandslam by clicking on the volunteer tab. This is also where volunteers can sign up for the role he or she prefers. It only takes a few minutes.
Volunteers will be expected to pay $50 for their volunteer package consisting of two golf shirts, a pair of shorts or skort and headwear to be worn as uniforms.
Volunteers will also be issued an official golf program, food vouchers, parking privileges and a volunteer credential to attend all three days of the tournament. The credential can also be used when a volunteer is not on duty. The volunteer package has a value of more than $250.
The PGA Grand Slam of Golf is Monday, October 17, to Wednesday, October 19, 2011. Volunteers are asked to sign up immediately.
