THE PLAYERS Championship

For more information about volunteering for THE PLAYERS Championship please call 904-273-3365.

Volunteer Newsletter July 2005

Apparel

1. When and where can I pick up my apparel and badge?
   Items will be abailable for pick up every weekend beginning February 18 at the tournament office located at TPC Sawgrass. Pick up hours are as follows:
   Saturdays: 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
   Sundays: Noon to 4:00 p.m.
2. What apparel am I required to purchase?
   The tournament shirt, wind shirt (new volunteers only), and badge are required purchases as the official PLAYERS Championship uniform. Additional items are available in the Apparel shop located in Tournament Headquarters.
3. Am I able to purchase additional shirts for others?
   We understand that you may want additional shirts for yourself, however, extra shirts for friends and family must be purchased during the week of the tournament.
   

Bad Weather

1. What are the procedures in the event of bad weather?
   Please do not assume that play will be cancelled if it rains. You should plan to report for your assigned duty or contact your committee chair for updated instructions. The Volunteer Bad Weather Hotline is (904) 280-5000.

Badge/Credentials

1. I didn't buy my Optional Grounds Badge when I sent in the forms, can I still get one?
   Yes, you will be able to purchase one during the hours listed under apparel pick up.
2. How much is the Optional Grounds Badge?
   Volunteers are able to purchase one additional Grounds Badge at a reduced cost of $65.

Committees

1. What is the procedure if the committee I requested is full?
   Volunteer Personnel will contact you if the committee you requested is full.
2. I have not heard from my Committee Chairman, should I be concerned?
   If you have provided us with an email address, we will send you a comfirmation upon receipt of your application. Your Committee Chairman will contact you once your application has been processed and you have been assigned to your committee. Some committees will receive confirmation earlier than others as assignments and procedures vary with each committee. Please be patient.

Golf Qualifications

1. How do I qualify for golf?
   Volunteers contributing over 24 hours of service to the tournament (documented by each Committee Chairman) can play the TPC Sawgrass Valley Golf Course for only the cost of your cart.

New Volunteer Orientation

1. When and where is the new volunteer orientation?
   New volunteer orientation will be at the Media Center Saturday, March 4 and Saturday, March 11 at 11:00 a.m. The Media Center is located in the TPC Clubhouse Parking Lot. Follow New Volunteer directional signage on PGA Tour Blvd.
2. Do I have to attend the new volunteer orientation?
   No, the new volunteer orientation is not mandatory; however it will be beneficial to get aquainted with the operations of your committee and the tournament.
3. Can I still volunteer if I don't attend the new volunteer orientation?
   Yes, you will be able to volunteer if you are unable to attend the new volunteer orientation.

Prohibited Items

1. What items are prohibited from entering the tournament?
   Prohibited items Thursday through Sunday: cameras and video cameras.
   Prohibited items all week: cell phones, radios, TVs, signs, banners, coolers, alcoholic beverages, backpacks, knapsacks, packages, shopping bags, video camera cases, binocular cases, or personal items larger than a small purse.

Volunteer Parking

1. Where do volunteers park?
   Designated volunteer parking is located off County Road 210. You must display your Committee Volunteer Parking Pass for admittance; otherwise you will be directed to General Parking.
2. How will I get from parking to my assigned volunteer location?
   Shuttle buses will transport volunteers to and from a location near Tournament Headquarters on a continuous basis from approximately 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. or 1 hour before and after competitive play.
3. What time should I plan to arrive at Vollunteer Parking?
   Due to the unpredictable nature of traffic, please plan to arrive at least 30 minutes prior to your scheduled reporting time.
   

Volunteer Party

1. When and where is the Volunteer Party?
   The volunteer party will be Saturday, March 18 at 6:30 p.m. at UNF University Center.
2. What is the dress code for the party?
   Dress will be casual.
3. Where can I order tickets for the volunteer party and how much do they cost?
   Tickets are $15 per person and can be purchased in the apparel order form or through Credentials in Tournament Headquarters on a first come basis. This event is usually sold out, so purchase your tickets early.
4. How many tickets am I able to purchase?
   1 Volunteer ticket plus 1 guest ticket. In fairness to all volunteers please comply with our request of a two-ticket limit.