2010 U.S. Senior Open

The 31st United States Senior Open will be held July 26 - August 1, 2010 at Sahalee Country Club located in Sammamish, Washington (east of Seattle)

More than 125,000 spectators are expected to attend throughout the week.

The field includes 156 professionals and amateurs. Some players expected are: Fred Couples, Ben Crenshaw, Jay Haas, Hale Irwin, Peter Jacobson, Tom Lehman, and Tom Watson.

The projected economic inpact is more than $30 million to the King County Region.

All players will participate in a 72 hole stroke play. Following the completion of the 2nd round, the field will be cut to low 60 and ties plus anyone within 10 strokes of the leader.

The Championship will be broadcast to more than 50 countries including live coverage on ESPN and NBC Sports.

Tickets go on sale in June.

Volunteer applications are now available for the 2010 U.S. Senior Open. The Championship is not possible without the help of more than 3,000 volunteers needed to fill positions on 30 committees, including On-Course Supplies, VIP Transportation, Leaderboards and Merchandise. A full description of committee responsibilities is provided on the website and on the application form to assist volunteers in determining their preferences

All volunteers are required to purchase the Volunteer Package for $125.

The Volunteer Package includes the following (a $300 + value):

One (1) Championship golf shirt
One (1) Championship windbreaker
One (1) Championship hat or visor
One (1) Championship water bottle
One (1) Championship program voucher
One (1) Volunteer credential valid for all seven days of the championship
One (1) Year complimentary USGA membership in 2011
Complimentary food, snacks and beverages on the days you volunteer
One time discount in the merchandise pavilion
Opportunity to purchase discounted tickets

Each volunteer will be asked to work approximately 16 - 20 hours or four to five shifts over the course of the championship.

Junior volunteers may sign up for the Program Sales or Standard Bearers committees. Juniors must be between the ages of 13 and 17 at the time of the championship and have a basic knowledge of golf.

The junior volunteer package (priced at $25) includes:

one (1) 2010 U.S. Senior Open golf shirt
one (1) Ball cap
volunteer credential (valid for all seven days of the championship).

Individuals interested in volunteering can complete an application online at www.2010ussenioropen.com. For additional information, or to request an application via mail, contact Catherine Heintz at 425.868.8800 ext. 362 or catherineh@sahalee.com.

For more information, please visit the website, www.2010ussenioropen.com

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