VOLUNTEER 2016 RYDER CUP NEWSLETTER I APRIL, 2016 I EDITION 3 1 FROM THE GENERAL CHAIR Welcome to the April volunteer newsletter! We thought it would be a good opportunity to reflect on Hazeltine’s relationship with the PGA of America and to feature some history of the PGA during this, the organizations’ Centennial celebration year. While many people may think that the 2002 PGA Championship was Hazeltine’s first PGA event, it was actually the 1980 PGA Grand Slam of Golf won by Lanny Wadkins over fellow 1980 major winners Hale Irwin, David Graham and Fuzzy Zoeller. After nearly two decades, the PGA returned to Hazeltine for the 2002 PGA Championship won by Rich Beem. That was followed by the 2009 PGA Championship won by Y.E. Yang. Very soon, we’ll all be participating in the crown jewel of PGA golf events, the 2016 Ryder Cup. Not only is the PGA of America responsible for giving all of us this wonderful opportunity but I would venture to guess there isn’t a single volunteer out there who hasn’t had contact with a PGA professional at some point during his or her life as a golfer or fan. More than 28,000 PGA professionals across the country are dedicated to promoting the game of golf through instruction and facility management. Without them, there would be no Ryder Cup for us to enjoy less than six months from now. We hope you enjoy the article on the history of the PGA of America and don’t hesitate to thank the next PGA professional you meet for everything he or she does for the game of golf. Best regards, Patrick Hunt, General Chair - 2016 Ryder Cup VOLUNTEER NEWSLETTER I APRIL, 2016 I EDITION 3 To view your contact information and other important volunteer information, please visit www.rydercup.com/usa and click on the volunteers tab. If you cannot remember your login information, follow the directions under “Forgotten Password,” or call the Ryder Cup Office at (952) 777-2400. YOUR VOLUNTEER PROFILE Over the next few months of preparation, we will need to contact you via telephone, mail and/or email. It is very important for us to have your current information. If your information has changed or will change please update it on your Volunteer Profile. KEEP YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION UPDATED Your Volunteer Credential will allow you access each and every day of Ryder Cup Week. It is made exclusively for your use. Plan to work hard during your shifts, and look forward to enjoying the Ryder Cup as a spectator during the hours you are not scheduled to volunteer. VOLUNTEER CREDENTIAL
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VOLUNTEER2016 RYDER CUP NEWSLETTER I APRIL, 2016 I EDITION 3
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FROM THE GENERAL CHAIRWelcome to the April volunteer newsletter!
We thought it would be a good opportunity to reflect on Hazeltine’s relationship with the PGA of America and to feature some history of the PGA during this, the organizations’ Centennial celebration year.
While many people may think that the 2002 PGA Championship was Hazeltine’s first PGA event, it was actually
the 1980 PGA Grand Slam of Golf won by Lanny Wadkins over fellow 1980 major winners Hale Irwin, David Graham and Fuzzy Zoeller. After nearly two decades, the PGA returned to Hazeltine for the 2002 PGA Championship won by Rich Beem. That was followed by the 2009 PGA Championship won by Y.E. Yang. Very soon, we’ll all be participating in the crown jewel of PGA golf events, the 2016 Ryder Cup.
Not only is the PGA of America responsible for giving all of us this wonderful opportunity but I would venture to guess there isn’t a single volunteer out there who hasn’t had contact with a PGA professional at some point during his or her life as a golfer or fan. More than 28,000 PGA professionals across the country are dedicated to promoting the game of golf through instruction and facility management. Without them, there would be no Ryder Cup for us to enjoy less than six months from now.
We hope you enjoy the article on the history of the PGA of America and don’t hesitate to thank the next PGA professional you meet for everything he or she does for the game of golf. Best regards,
Patrick Hunt, General Chair - 2016 Ryder Cup
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To view your contact information and other important volunteer information, please visit www.rydercup.com/usa and click on the volunteers tab. If you cannot remember your login information, follow the directions under “Forgotten Password,” or call the Ryder Cup Office at (952) 777-2400.
YOUR VOLUNTEER PROFILE
Over the next few months of preparation, we will need to contact you via telephone, mail and/or email. It is very important for us to have your current information. If your information has changed or will change please update it on your Volunteer Profile.
KEEP YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION UPDATED
Your Volunteer Credential will allow you access each and every day of Ryder Cup Week. It is made exclusively for your use. Plan to work hard during your shifts, and look forward to enjoying the Ryder Cup as a spectator during the hours you are not scheduled to volunteer.
VOLUNTEER CREDENTIAL
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1927 Ryder Cup Team, Worcester, MassPGA’s “ThxPGAPro” Centennial campaign Ad
PGA OF AMERICAThe PGA of America’s origin can be traced to January 17, 1916, when a group of New York area golf professionals, accompanied by several prominent amateur golfers, attended a luncheon hosted by department store magnate Rodman Wanamaker at his Taplow Club in New York City. The purpose of the gathering was to discuss forming a national organization, which would promote interest in the game of golf and help elevate the vocation of the golf professional.
Wanamaker, who viewed the public’s growing enthusiasm for golf as the beginning of a national trend, promoted the association idea to help accelerate the growth of the game. Little did Wanamaker or his guests realize that they were laying the groundwork for what would become the world’s largest working sports organization.
This first order of business was to establish the organization’s objectives that continue to be prominent in the mission today, “to serve our Members and grow the game.” On April 10, 1916, 35 charter members created The Professional Golfers’ Association of America in New York City.
The very first PGA championship was held in October of 1916 in Bronxville, NY. In May 1920, the first issue of The Professional Golfer of America was published. The magazine was renamed PGA Magazine in 1977, and today is America’s oldest continuous golf monthly publication. The Ryder Cup was inaugurated in 1927
with a 9 1/2 to 2/12 U.S. victory at Worcester Country Club in Worcester, Mass. In 1933, George Jacobus rose from the caddie ranks to become the first American-born president of the PGA of America.
As the PGA grew in numbers, there was no distinction between club and touring professionals. In 1968, PGA tournament players, broke away from the Association to form a Tournament Players Division and acquire more control of the tournament schedule. In 1975, this division was renamed the PGA Tour. Today, the PGA Tour is headquartered in Ponte Vedra, Florida. The PGA Tour and The PGA of America maintain a close working relationship and most professional golfers maintain dual membership in the organizations.
Currently, the PGA of American headquarters is located on a 2,300-acre complex known today as PGA National. The PGA of America conducts more than 30 tournaments for its members and apprentices including the Ryder Cup, the PGA Championship, The Senior PGA Championship, and the Women’s PGA Championship. Through a network of 41 Section Offices, the Association maintains a total commitment to the PGA Professional.
As we embrace the 100 year centennial and a historic year for the Ryder Cup 2016, we are reminded of the long traditions of the PGA of America. The PGA’s Centennial campaign features a spotlight of public service announcements where members can post a video, image or message to thank a PGA Professional who helped them enjoy the game. To see or join in on the conversations go to ThxPGAPro.com.
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28 Total MatchesOne point is awarded for each match. One-half point is awarded for each match that ends in a tie. The team with the most points at the conclusion of the Ryder Cup wins. If the teams are tied at 14 points, the team who last won the Ryder Cup will retain the trophy.
Friday & Saturday8 Foursome Matches8 Four-Ball Matches
Sunday12 Single Matches
Foursome• 2 USA players vs. 2 European
players• Team members alternate shots
until hole is played out• Team members alternate
tee shots• Team with the lowest score
wins the hole• During a tie – the hole is halved
Four-Ball• 2 USA players vs. 2 European
players• 4 Balls in play on each hole• The lowest team score from
each side wins• During a tie – the hole is halved
Singles• 1 USA player vs. 1 European player• Each plays own ball• Lowest score wins• A player wins head-to-head
competition when winning more holes than are remaining to play
QUESTIONS/CONCERNS
If you have additional questions or concerns please feel free to contact the Ryder Cup Office at
(952) 777-2400 [email protected].
As volunteers, you will receive complimentary parking and shuttles from Shakopee, MN to the Ryder Cup Bus Terminal, located at Chaska High School adjacent to the Main Entrance Gate. To meet your expectations, the shuttle ride will take approximately 25-30 minutes. Please consider this additional time when preparing to arrive for your scheduled volunteer shifts. Plan to use this lot throughout Ryder Cup week as no on-site volunteer parking will be available. Specific information regarding parking for on-site training prior to Ryder Cup Week will be sent at a later date.
PARKING
VOLUNTEER FACEBOOK PAGEWe are excited to announce that an exclusive 2016 Ryder Cup Facebook group has been created for you, our 3900 STRONG volunteers. The goal for this special page is to keep you updated on a regular basis and to help you make connections with other volunteers with whom you will be working.
You will have the privilege of working with volunteers not only from the United States but from around the world and we want you to make the most of this unique experience. Please feel free to reach out, welcome others, and get acquainted in the months leading up to the Ryder Cup. As you are communicating, we ask that you remind yourselves of the commitment you have made to be an ambassador for the event and continuously be respectful in all interactions.
This is a closed group available only to registered 2016 Ryder Cup volunteers. If you are not familiar with Facebook or do not have an account, an email will be sent in the next few weeks with detailed instructions on how to join and be part of this social/online community. If you are already familiar with Facebook and have a personal account set up, feel free to search for the “2016 Ryder Cup Volunteers” group. We would be more than happy to approve your request.
This is an entirely optional experience for you as a volunteer. We will continue to keep you updated through your volunteer profile and emails with all volunteer related information. Please feel free to call or email our office with any questions or concerns.
FORMAT OF MATCH PLAY2016 RYDER CUPSEPTEMBER 30 - OCTOBER 2
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