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. NEWS If you have ever wondered what the
Omaha Classic does with the 1,000
volunteers they need, here are some of the
categories where they need your help. If
you live in the Omaha area please call the
Volunteer Hotline at 329-4979. If you live
outside the Omaha area you need to dial
712-329-4979. INFORMATION CENTER Times: Morning 6:30a &endash; 12:30p,
Afternoon 12:00p &endash; 7:00p Responsible for directing spectators
and volunteers to areas of the golf
course. Will need to communicate with
security, first aid and volunteer central.
Communicate with volunteer director for up
to date information regarding play and
delays MARSHAL Times: Morning: 6:30a &endash; 1:30p,
Afternoon: noon &endash; close The marshal's responsibilities consist
of providing control over the gallery,
cross walks, ball spotting, competent
maintenance for every hole and moving
throughout the course during every day of
tournament play. This is a standing and/or
walking position. WALKING SCORER Full Round &endash; approximately 4-6
hrs. Walking Scorers will keep scores and
statistics for golfers throughout their
entire round of golf. Golf experience is
necessary. Volunteer must be able to walk
18 holes for duration of up to 6 hours.
Must be at least 18 years of age. STANDARD BEARER Full Round &endash; approximately 4-6
hrs. This is considered a "physical"
position, as you will carry a sign for an
entire round of golf (approximately 5
hours). We recomend that you should be in
good physical health when volunteering as
a standard bearer. GREENSIDE REPORTER Morning: 6:30a &endash; 1:00p,
Afternoon: noon &endash; 6:30p Greenside reporters will sit greenside
on each hole and report finishing scores
of each player at their assigned hole via
hand-held computer system (computer
experience not necessary.) RUNNERS Morning: 10:00a &endash; 3:00p,
Afternoon: 2:00p &endash; 6:00p This is considered a physical position,
which involves running player scorecards
from the finishing tents to the PGA TOUR
TRUCK and leader boards. Runners will not
be required to purchase uniform packages.
T-shirts will be provided. Hats may be
purchased at a cost of $10. Runners are youth volunteers, must be
at least 12 yrs. of age. ON-COURSE CONCESSIONS Thurs/Fri. Morning: 6:00a &endash;
1:00p Afternoon: 12:00p &endash; 6:00p Sat/Sun. Morning: 7:00a &endash; 1:00p
Afternoon: 12:00p &endash; 6:00p Set-up, distribution, sales, and clean
up of concession stands, corporate tents,
and skyboxes. These volunteers will be
responsible for handling money and
beverages. Must be at least 21 years of
age. THE GOLF CHANNEL : Full Round
Spotters/Scorers Volunteer can choose day(s) between
Thursday through Sunday to volunteer. Volunteers must be
able to work 9:00a &endash; 6:00p (approximate). Relay to The Golf Channel Associate
Producer information regarding scores,
playing order on the fairway, etc.
Microphone Operators: Positioned
throughout the course to be near players
to record sounds of golfers and shots. A
basic knowlege of golf etiquette &
scoring needed, and availability to work a
full round of golf. Must be at least 16
years of age. Volunteers can choose day(s)
between Thursday through Sunday or all
four (4) days. SPECIAL EVENTS Morning: 6:30a &endash; 1:00p
Afternoon: 12:00p &endash; 6:30p Evening: 6:30p &endash; 1:00a Saturday
only These events include clinics,
networking parties, fireworks display and
Drive, Chip and Putt Contest. Volunteers
will be needed to manage crowds, hand out
gifts, set-up and tear down the
events. ON-COURSE SERVICES Morning: 5:30a &endash; 12:00p
Afternoon: 12:00p&endash; 7:00p Responsible for set-up prior to the
event and tear down on Sunday after the
conclusion of the event. Responsible for
removing refuse from the entire course
during tournament week. Helping to
maintain appearance of course and parking
areas. ADMISSIONS Morning 7:00a &endash; 12:00p, or
12:00p &endash; 5:00p Responsible for ticket sales at
admission gates, off-course parking lots,
and clubhouse. SECURITY Morning 5:00a &endash; 1:00p Afternoon
12:00p &endash; 8:00p Responsible for security at various
locations throughout the tournament
facilities, giving the volunteer the
chance to interact with the Players, Tour
Officials, Media and Clubhouse personnel.
This important position is necessary to
maintain the professional atmosphere of
the PGA TOUR. Must be 19 years of age. PLAYER REGISTRATION Morning: 7:00a &endash; 12:00p
Afternoon: 12:00p &endash; 5:00p Staffing the Player Registration Desk
and distributing tournament information.
Previous Player Registration experience is
helpful along with good customer service
skills. Good communication and
organization skills are required. Must be
at least 21 years of age to staff this
position. SHUTTLES (for players) Morning: 9:00a &endash; 1:30p
Afternoon: 1:00p &endash; 7:00p Shuttling players and caddies from Hole
18 to Hole 1 and to the Clubhouse. Must be at least 18 years of age. FINISHING TENTS Morning: 9:00a &endash; 3:00p
Afternoon: 2:00p &endash; 8:00p Verify scorecards of players and
walking scorers on Hole 9 and 18. Assist
with supervision of Runners. DAYCARE Aug. 5: 5:30p - 9:00p Aug. 6 - 10: 9:00a - 5:00p Inside daycare management of players
children. Activity planning, meal
preparation and general daycare
responsibilities. Daycare chairperson
needed to assist with volunteer support.
The daycare is an excellent choice for a
group or organization to volunteer
together. Must be at least 16 years of
age. FEATURE By Bob O'Keefe • What is up with Tiger Woods? Is
there anyone out there who sees a
different Tiger the last few months?
Something is wrong and it's not getting
fixed. Not just his game, but, the way is
acting on and off the course. Watch him
and you'll see what I mean. • Metropolitan Tee Times would
like to welcome J.P. Waldron to Omaha.
J.P. is the new Head Golf Professional at
Tiburon Golf Course and hails from Myrtle
Beach, South Carolina. • Yankee Hill Country Club in
Lincoln will play host to the 2003
Nebraska Girls' Junior Match Play
Championship June 9-11. A field of forty
girls will participate in the event,
including defending champion Leigh Sutton
of Lincoln. • The Nebraska Golf Hall of Fame
Awards Banquet was held on May 12th and
the Nebraska Golf Hall of Fame inducted
into its honorary three members who have
had a significant impact on the game of
golf in the state. Thomas M Olson of
Omaha, , Nanette Circo, who now resides in
San Diego, California, and John Richard
(Dick) Knight who passed away in 1991 in
California. The 2003 Dr. Herbert H Davis
Memorial Award which recognizes an
individual who has contributed extensively
to the game of golf from behind the scenes
without proper recognition was presented
to Steve Hogan of Omaha. • The professionals prevailed over
the amateurs in The Nebraska Cup Four-Ball
Match held at Dakota Dunes. Ryan Nietfeldt
and J.J. Sullivan, Pete Godwin and Jeff
Tyrrell were undefeated in their matches
against the professionals with Mike
Schuchart and Jim White being the only
undefeated professionals. With the
Nebraska Golf Association members leading
20-16 into the afternoon singles matches
the outcome was a little different. The
professionals overwhelmed the amateurs
with Kurt Osborn, James Sieckmann, Bret
Taylor, and Jim White going undefeated in
their matches. The final outcome was 39 _
- 32 _ in favor of the Nebraska Section
PGA. • The Iowa Senior Open will be
played at Bent Tree Golf Club on August
22nd and 23rd. Bent Tree, in its short
lifespan, has been host to prestigious
tournaments including the 2002 and 2003
Metro Omaha Championships. Their constant
regard for the customer and increased
amenities are becoming well known in the
metro area. If you haven't played this
course you owe it to yourself to have some
fun. • If you haven't signed up for the
10th Annual Keep Omaha Beautiful Charity
Golf Classic at beautiful Shadow Ridge,
you still have some time. The tournament
is June 30th and promises to be a great
event. With excellent prizes and a catered
meal it's a 'happening thing' for Omaha,
and one that supports the very city we
live in. Take the day off and be
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