Thank you for your interest in supporting the 22nd Northern Junior Championship! Hartford Golf Club and the town of West Hartford, Connecticut will be welcoming 111 of the top junior golfers representing nearly 35 states and countries. We greatly appreciate your willingness to support this prestigious event. The application to register for one or more volunteer shifts is at the bottom of the page.
Volunteers play an essential role in conducting a national championship and we sincerely appreciate those who generously donate their time. While there is no required minimum number of shifts — and we appreciate any time you can offer. Giving back to the game you love, and helping our community and players from around the world, will create lasting memories.
The following is a list of volunteer assignments available:
Stationary Scorers
- Scoring Stations – Collect scores from all groups after every 3-4 holes (one location) and record on a tablet device
- The device will transmit these scores to the tournament website, allowing for “live” championship scoring.
- Shifts: Tuesday, August 6 and Wednesday, August 7 (AM and PM)
Walking Scorer
- A walking scorer will accompany one of the leading groups during the final round. The walking scorer will record the hole-by-hole scores on a tablet device.
- The device will transmit these scores to the tournament website, allowing for “live” championship scoring.
- Shifts: Wednesday, August 7 (PM)
Standard Bearers
- Standard Bearers will accompany the leaders during the final round and will carry a scoring sign (standard) displaying each player’s score in relation to par.
- Will require walking 18 holes carrying an 8 lb. scoring sign (standard).
- Shifts: Wednesday, August 7 (PM)
- Excellent opportunity for juniors (can have multiple individuals share duties for a single group)
Forecaddies
- Volunteers will assist players and officials with locating balls during Championship play, spectator control on designated holes, and various areas throughout the golf course
- Shifts: Tuesday, August 6 and Wednesday, August 7 (AM and PM)
Practice Facilities
- Greet players at Practice Range and Short Game Area. Post player name plaques in player’s sign. Provide practice balls and keep fully stocked. Assist with Practice Area maintenance. Continually keep practice area clean and orderly.
- Shifts: Tuesday, August 6 and Wednesday, August 7 (AM and PM)