March 19, 2015 - The 2015 Portland Classic Presented by Cambia Health Solutions has opened online registration for volunteers at PortlandClassic.com. Marshals, Walking Scorers, and other positions are available for the August 10-16 LPGA tournament at Columbia Edgewater Country Club in Portland, OR.

Since the Portland Classic began in 1972, over $17 million dollars has been raised to benefit children’s charities, none of which would be possible without the support of volunteers. Tournament Golf Foundation (TGF), the non-profit organization that conducts the LPGA event, is committed to providing a memorable experience for all who volunteer.

“Volunteers are an essential part of the Portland Classic,” said TGF President Tom Maletis. “There is no doubt that the loyal support of our volunteers has been critical to our position as the longest running professional golf tournament in the Pacific Northwest.”

Marshaling at the Portland Classic provides a rare opportunity to be inside the ropes with the best women golfers in the world. Marshals are the largest group of volunteers and one of the most important. This committee works on the course and in high traffic areas to assist LPGA TOUR players and ensure the safety of spectators.

Walking Scorers follow a group of professionals during play to keep on course statistics and scores on a handheld computer device that is used to track each player’s performance. Training for Walking Scorers is provided shortly before the tournament.

Every volunteer receives the following, all included with the $28 volunteer fee:

• Golf Shirt (marshal uniform)
• Free Parking
• Admission to the tournament and 1 guest pass for all tournament days
• Access to the volunteer tent overlooking the practice facility
• Fresh coffee and donuts each morning
• Daily lunch from a rotation of providers
• Invitation to the volunteer party (featuring hearty refreshments provided by Salty’s)

Marshals and Walking Scorers are needed Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday, August 13-16.

For more information on marshaling duties and available shifts, contact the Portland Classic office at 503-626-2711 or email Robbie.quivey@tgfigolf.com.

Portland Classic Volunteer Registration Open

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