Author: Ron Strand
Article:
There is a long list of details anyone
managing a golf
tournament must compile and review. Based on my experience, here
are the top five things
golf tournament organizers should do:
1. Walk The Course
If possible,
play the course, but not only play it, walk through
what will happen from the time the players drive into the
parking lot. There should be signs telling them where to
register, directions to practice greens and driving range, gifts
at time of registration, explanation of rules, and time they
must be in their carts, ready to find the first hole. Once on
the course, identify which holes are natural bottlenecks. These
are the holes that will make the best locations for contests and
booths. Make sure you note any local rules or grounds under
repair.
2. Get a Drink in the Players Hands
When golf is over, make sure that you have the facilities to get
a drink in the player's hands as soon as possible. This is just
common courtesy but also will keep player's occupied until the
lunch or dinner and presentation's start.
3. Shadow Celebrities and Dignitaries
If you have celebrities or other dignitaries playing in your
tournament, assign a volunteer or staff person to shadow them
right from the time they arrive or even earlier if you are
responsible for their pick-up from the airport. Shadowing means
ensuring that they know where to go when they arrive, what their
role is and having someone at their disposal to get things for
them or expedite their movements. These are busy people who are
not used to figuring things out for themselves.
4. Keep Presentations to a Minimum
The winners will want their moment of glory and sponsors should
be thanked, but otherwise, respect player's time and keep the
program to a minimum. If it is a
charity tournament, have some
information at the tables or at a display. Keep the pitch for
the cause out of the program, other than a thank-you to the
participants.
5. Don't Nickel and Dime Them to Death
If your
tournament is a
fundraiser, charge a reasonable price
for entry and don't expect participants to come up with five or
ten dollars every time they turn around for draws and contests.
Include as much as possible in the entry fee, making golfers
feel like they got a good deal in addition to supporting a good
cause.
There are numerous other things that will fall into place if you
manage the big things and pay attention to the details.
Hopefully, these tips help make your
golf tournament a great
success.
About the author:
Ron Strand is a college instructor, consultant and avid golfer.
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