Posted: Aug. 4, 2009

The PGA of America and Kohler Co. are accepting applications for volunteer positions at the 2010 PGA Championship at Whistling Straits, Aug. 9 to 15, 2010.

The PGA of America depends on more than 3,200 volunteers to operate the PGA Championship. To register and select your committee assignment, visit pga2010.com.

The Volunteer Uniform Fee for the 92nd PGA Championship is $195, plus tax. In return, each volunteer will receive a uniform, official 92nd PGA Championship journal, complimentary food and beverage vouchers and their volunteer credential, which will grant access to the Wanamaker Club for all seven days of the championship.

"Volunteers are vital to the success of our championships," said Ryan Jordan, championship director of the 2010 PGA Championship. "We have fewer than 1,200 positions remaining. Many are player contact assignments with behind-the-scenes responsibilities dedicated to the safety and mobility of the contestants, both on and off the course."

Available positions include Contestant Evacuation, Corporate Hospitality Services, Marshal Special Teams, Media Center Scoreboard, Merchandise Tent Operations, Public Scoreboard, Signs, Tech-Check, Transportation, Uniform & Credential Distribution and Will Call.

"Transportation volunteers will drive players and their families during the week of the championship from the airport or their hotel to Whistling Straits. Merchandise and Media Center volunteers will enjoy working in the cool air-conditioning of the Media Center and Merchandise Tent facilities by assisting those attending the championship from around the world," Jordan said. "One of the best positions, in my opinion, is Contestant Evacuation. If the championship is delayed by weather, they are called upon to evacuate the players from the golf course to a safe area. Otherwise, they remain on-call and can enjoy the championship with family and friends."

Volunteer committees are filled on a first-come, first-served basis.