Become A MSGA Volunteer
As a non-profit organization, the MSGA relies heavily on the support of volunteers and continues to grow through the generosity of these individuals. Volunteers assist the staff in providing the highest level of service to golfers and golf clubs in Maryland. We are currently seeking volunteers that are interested in serving as Tournament Officials or Course Raters.
Tournament Officials
Each year the MSGA conducts state championships, junior events, qualifying for USGA® National Championships, and One-Day competitions. Without the volunteers, running these events successfully would not be possible.
There are a variety of tasks required to run successful events, and we will find a job that matches your talents. Even if you have never opened up a rule book there are a wide range of jobs to meet various skills, knowledge, and talent. Volunteer duties may include course setup, spotters, starters, scoring, pace of play, and on course officials. Uniforms are provided for Tournament Officials.
Click here to read about a typical day for Tournament Officials.
Course Raters
The MSGA Course Rating teams visit 20+ golf courses per year. A Course Rating team is composed of three or more trained volunteers, who are assigned courses within their geographic region. When rating a golf course, the team evaluates each hole using the Course Rating System™. The majority of the team’s time is spent measuring distances to various obstacles from specific landing zones based on shot parameters. Upon completion of the Course Rating, the team is usually given an opportunity to play the golf course being evaluated.
Mike Hinkey (left) & Billy Peel (right) Lutherville, Md. – Mike Hinkey currently serves as the Vice President of the Maryland State Golf Association and is likely to assume the role of President in 2027. Hinkey also serves as a rules official and chairs...
Lutherville, Md. – Felecia Wilson has spent more than a decade with the Maryland State Golf Association as a dedicated course rater and volunteer leader. Blending her love for math, passion for golf, and dedication to service, she has made significant contributions to maintaining...
In above picture: Joan Heiss, right, awards Hailey Katona, left, the 2025 Maryland Women’s Open trophy. Lutherville, Md. – For more than 17 years, the Maryland State Golf Association (MSGA) has been fortunate to have Joan Heiss among its most dedicated volunteers. She has...