Q: I want to volunteer for the 2022 U.S. Women’s Open Championship. How do I sign up?
A: Volunteer registration for the 2022 U.S. Women’s Open Championship is now closed. If you wish to volunteer at the 2023 U.S. Women’s Open Championship at Pebble Beach Golf Links in Pebble Beach, CA, click here. Please contact the USGA Championship Office at 2023uswomensopen@usga.org for more information.
Q: My child wants to volunteer – what opportunities are available for juniors?
A: One volunteer committee, the Standard Bearers, is designated for junior volunteers, ages 18 and under. This committee requires a very limited number of volunteers.
Q: It costs money to be a volunteer. What do I receive for volunteering?
A: Each volunteer receives:
- A weeklong credential that allows admission into the championship for all seven days, including the days you are not assigned to volunteer. Your credential will allow YOU and only YOU access
- Lunch on the days you are assigned to volunteer
- Use of the Volunteer Hospitality Tent on the days you are assigned to volunteer. Relax, meet other volunteers and enter drawings for various prizes throughout the week of the championship
- Your 2022 U.S. Women’s Open Volunteer Apparel (to be worn during your shifts)
Q: What’s included in the Volunteer Apparel Package? Who makes it and what are the sizes?
A: The volunteer apparel for 2022 will be provided by Cutter & Buck. Depending on the volunteer package you purchased, volunteers (within the continental U.S.) will be shipped one (1) or two (2) golf shirts, a jacket and a hat to serve as their apparel. The hats are one-size fits all. Men’s shirts and jackets are available in Small through XXX-Large. Women’s sizes for shirts and jackets are Small through XX-Large. Standard Bearers will receive one t-shirt and one hat. It is important you indicate whether you want Men’s or Women’s sizes on your volunteer profile.
Q: Do you have any sample apparel that I can try on to determine my size?
A: No, we do not have any apparel in stock for volunteers to try on; however, department stores such as Macy’s carry similar options.
Q: What color will the actual apparel be?
A: Please refer to the uniform tab on our volunteer website to view this year’s apparel.
Q: How will I get my apparel?
A: Volunteers within the continental U.S. will be shipped their apparel. Dates and times for apparel distribution for volunteers outside of the continental U.S. will be provided as we get closer to the championship.
Q: How do I change my shipping address?
A: You may edit your shipping address by entering your volunteer username and password at the following URL:
https://www.cuetoems.com/uswo_2022/Volunteer.aspx
Please contact the Championship Office at 2022uswomensopen@usga.org if you have any questions.
Q: What if I need to exchange my apparel once I receive it?
A: There will be an opportunity for volunteers to exchange their apparel for another size. The date(s), time and location are still TBD. More information will become available once apparel is distributed.
Q: Do I have to wear the apparel provided? I have other golf clothing I can wear.
A: You are required to wear the apparel you purchased while volunteering. All components of the volunteer apparel were designed exclusively for the 2022 U.S. Women’s Open volunteer program and are not for sale to those who do not participate as a volunteer.
Q: What color pants should I wear? Can I wear shorts?
A: Volunteers are required to wear khaki pants while volunteering. Women are permitted to wear shorts or golf skorts during the U.S. Women’s Open. If the week of the championship happens to be extremely hot, men will also be allowed to wear shorts.
Q: Do I have to wear any particular shoes?
A: We ask that you wear comfortable shoes, since a majority of volunteers will be standing for long periods of time. Tennis shoes, for example, would be fine. Metal spikes are not permitted.
Q: If I don’t like my committee assignment – can I move to another committee?
A: All volunteer committee assignments will be final once made available. We will attempt to assign each volunteer to one of his or her committee preferences; however, in many cases this will not be possible due to the requests for certain committees greatly outnumbering the staffing requirements of the committees. If the committee preferences you selected are full, we will assign you to another committee that still has availability.
Q: How do I sign-up to receive text alerts during the week of the championship?
A: Volunteers will have the opportunity to receive text updates regarding weather delays, local traffic, etc. during the week of the championship. To sign-up, enter your volunteer username and password at the following URL:
https://www.cuetoems.com/uswo_2022/Login.aspx
Please contact the Championship Office at 2022uswomensopen@usga.org if you have any questions.
Q: Where’s the parking going to be for the championship?
A: The exact parking locations are still being determined and will be released in the spring of 2022. There will be complimentary shuttles running continuously from each parking lot to the course. PARKING WILL NOT BE AVAILBLE ON-SITE AT PINE NEEDLES LODGE AND GOLF CLUB.
Q: Do volunteers/his or her family members receive any discounted championship tickets?
A: Yes, depending on the volunteer package that has been purchased. Eagle package volunteers will be given two complimentary, good-any-one-day tickets. Birdie package volunteers will be given the opportunity to purchase two, good-any-one-day tickets at a discount. Information on how to redeem these tickets will be released in the spring of 2022. Volunteers will also have the opportunity to purchase additional tickets at www.usga.org.
Q: Are there any golf privileges for volunteers?
A: Golf privileges will be available for volunteers who purchased the Eagle package. These volunteers will be provided with one free round of golf at Pine Needles Lodge and Golf Club on a date TBD after the playing of the 2022 U.S. Women’s Open Championship.
Q: What is the time commitment for volunteering? How many hours/shifts would I volunteer?
A: The minimum number of shifts a volunteer must work is determined by the volunteer package that has been purchased. Eagle package volunteers will be required to work a minimum of six shifts. Birdie package volunteers will be required to work a minimum of four shifts. Par package volunteers will be required to work a minimum of 2 shifts. Youth volunteers will be required to work a minimum of 3 shifts. All shifts will last approximately four to five hours and all volunteers will be responsible for arriving at their assigned positions on time. The USGA will conduct training sessions for each volunteer committee in the spring of 2022. Volunteers are expected to attend their respective volunteer training session – the USGA will be in touch regarding further details.
Q: The range of duties for volunteers is pretty widespread. What are some of the duties that surprise potential volunteers the most?
A: The 2022 U.S. Women’s Open Championship will require the assistance of more than 1,500 volunteers serving on 15 different committees. These committees cover a broad spectrum of responsibilities, including but not limited to: Hospitality Services, Marshaling, On-Course Operations, Scoring Functions, Fan Services and Merchandising.
Q: When will I find out my volunteer schedule?
A: Volunteer schedules detailing the dates and times of volunteer shifts will be released on April 1. All volunteers must submit their scheduling availability by March 4 at the latest. To submit your volunteering availability, please sign into your volunteer profile here: https://www.cuetoems.com/uswo_2022/Login.aspx. We will use the availability information collected to create the volunteer schedules for each committee. As always, we will make every effort to accommodate your availability preferences; however, we cannot guarantee that each request will be granted. If you are traveling from out of state and made travel arrangements, please indicate that on the form.
Q: How do I sign up to volunteer with my spouse, family, friends, etc.? Can you schedule us for the same volunteer shift?
A: Volunteers can coordinate schedules with their spouse, family, friends, etc. and are able to indicate the date and shifts they can volunteer on their availability form. All availability forms must be completed no later than March 4. Volunteers will have the opportunity to submit the names of the people they would like to work with on their volunteer profile.
Q: When are the training sessions for volunteers?
A: Training sessions will take place virtually in May of 2022. Information regarding both general volunteer and committee specific responsibilities will be addressed. Certain volunteer committees will be required to attend an onsite based training. The USGA will be in touch regarding further details. Volunteers will be able to pick up their credential packet on site in May 2022. Those from out of state or out of the country will be able to receive their credential package on site on a date TBD.