(Barrington, R.I., April 7, 2011) – Rhode Island Country Club is preparing to host the 111th U.S. Women’s Amateur Championship, which will be held August 8-14, 2011.
The U.S. Women’s Amateur, conducted by the United States Golf Association, is the national championship for female amateur golfers. First played in 1895, it is one of the USGA’s original three championships, along with the U.S. Amateur and U.S. Open. Rhode Island Country Club has hosted three previous U.S. Women’s Amateurs, in 1924, 1953 and 1987.
“Rhode Island Country Club is honored to have been selected to host this historic championship,” said Club president David Piccerelli. “It is our fifth USGA championship and will help celebrate the 100th anniversary of the founding of Rhode Island Country Club. The members and staff are excited about welcoming the players and officials to our wonderful Donald Ross course.”
According to the chairpersons of the Championship Committee, Steve and Christine Griffin, many volunteer opportunities are available. A description of each volunteer committee, a link to the volunteer application, and additional information are available on the volunteer section of the championship website at www.ricc.org/championship.
“We could not host this event without the help of many dedicated volunteers,” said Steve Griffin. “We hope people will take advantage of the opportunity to participate. Volunteer positions are available on a first-come, first-served basis, so the sooner they register, the more likely they are to be assigned to their preferred position.”
The championship begins with stroke-play qualifying rounds on Monday and Tuesday, Aug. 8-9. Match play begins on Wednesday, Aug. 10 and concludes with the 36-hole championship final on Sunday, Aug. 14. Admission is free for spectators.
General championship inquiries should be directed to championship@ricc.org and volunteer inquiries to volunteers@ricc.org. More information about the USGA and its national championships can be found at www.usga.org.
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