Diary of a PGA marshal: January 2019

Diary of a PGA marshal

Welcome to the Diary of a PGA TOUR marshal. These entries are taken directly from my journal as a volunteer at PGA TOUR and USGA events, starting with my first day in 2009 and continuing up to the present time. The most recent event is listed at the top, followed by subsequent tournament days in sequential order. You'll also read about some of my golf travel experiences and opinions pieces on the state of professional golf along the way. My intent is to share my experiences and attempt to provide a window into what is otherwise a relatively unknown view of PGA TOUR life, as witnessed by a volunteer marshal, who initially didn't know quite what I was getting involved with, but which has exceeded all of my expectations. Wyn Morton

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January 9, 2019

Seems crazy to have to think this far ahead but the 2020 Ryder Cup website just began accepting applications for volunteers. A lottery system is in place due to the overwhelming number of interested applicants for all assignments, not just marshals. Applicants will be notified by April if they have been selected. Just the first step in a very long process, but you never know, luck of the draw. The same thing will be happening for the 2020 US Open at Winged Foot. I'll be staying on top of the USGA website for that one.