Since the founding of the organization in 1899, CSGA volunteers, from Executive Committee members to rules officials and other volutneers, have been the backbone of the association. Although managed by a full-time, professional staff, the CSGA operates most efficiently with the services of hundreds of volunteers who loyally assist the organization each year.
The roles that volunteers play range from course raters, scorers and assistant scorers, receptionists, starters, rules officials, spotters, and others. A volunteer is any person who is willing to help perform any one of a host of vital functions. There are many opportunities to get involved and to help in almost any capacity. The rewards are meeting new people, making new friends, seeing new venues, having a great feeling of contributing to the traditions of golf, and knowing that you have made an important contribution to the game we all love.
The CSGA tournament schedule consists of approximately 85 days of competition, including Championships, One-Day Tournaments, and CSGA and USGA Qualifying Rounds. CSGA tournament volunteers help with the various tasks required in administering these events, and are designated roles based on their experience. Areas of volunteer opportunities include:
The CSGA provides volunteers with an official CSGA golf shirt, hat, name tag, Rules of Golf book and our Tournament handbook, which reviews assignments, procedures, and a ‘how-to’ guide in making rulings and dealing with on-course situations. Course raters and club representatives also receive specific materials pertaining to their individual roles and responsibilities. During tournament days, volunteers are provided with a light breakfast and lunch on days when they are present. CSGA Volunteers will also find that the most rewarding aspect of serving is the sense of camaraderie among its members. Every CSGA volunteer shares an interest in the game of golf and a great desire to serve the game.
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