PGA’s Korn Ferry Tour, the Emerald Coast Classic at Sandestin, seeking volunteers n a variety of roles

Sandestin, FL (February 14, 2021)…The Emerald Coast Classic at Sandestin will be played at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort’s Raven Golf Club the week of March 29 – April 4, with 156 players competing for a $600,000 purse. This will be the fourth 2021 tournament scheduled on the PGA’s Korn Ferry Tour.

Volunteers, both men and women of high school age and over, will play a major part in a wide variety of roles to assist in executing the area’s premier professional golf tournament. Whether one is a golf novice, an avid fan, have volunteered in the past, or a new volunteer, there is a place for everyone. The Emerald Coast Classic will be a great opportunity to see professional athletes, as well as to enjoy watching golf and enjoying some outdoor fresh air.

Tournament Director, Eddie Goodman, added, “We are looking for several volunteer nurses to be on board during the week that can work in our medical tent. Our front-line care workers are much appreciated, volunteering at the Classic might be a nice change of pace for them. Interested nurses should contact our Volunteer Coordinator directly at selina@globalgolfmanagment.com.”

There are numerous volunteer perks offered: • One Tournament Polo Shirt • One Tournament Ball Cap • Meals provided on the days one volunteers • One Tournament Volunteer Credential (valid all week for free admittance) • Up to four Weekly Grounds Tickets for family and friends • Volunteer parking • One Voucher for a free round of golf at Raven Golf Club at Sandestin The Sandestin Foundation for Kids and the Emerald Coast Children’s Advocacy Center are the charity recipients for the tournament and a major help in volunteering. Sign up to volunteer at www.emeraldcoastclassicsandestin.com/volunteer/. On that screen, one can review the many volunteer categories. Then, under the How It Works information, click on “Register Today”. In the Registration Code box, put in CAC. That will give volunteers a $10 credit against the $45 fee to volunteer.

The Director of Volunteers is Selina Maddox, she is with Global Golf Management who is in partnership with the Korn Ferry Tour. Any questions can be emailed to her at selina@globalgolfmanagement.com

PGA’s Korn Ferry Tour, the Emerald Coast Classic at Sandestin, seeking volunteers n a variety of roles