Tournament Manager (TM)
The TM should be selected at least one year before the scheduled tournament. Once the TM is approved by the District Board, he/she becomes the principal coordinator for the event he/she was selected to manage.
Tournament Checklist and Time Frame
One year out:
1. Select types of events and time schedule. Get input from units in the area.
2. Advertise/promote: flyers, websites, ads and email blasts.
3. Arrange for Hospitality Coordinator.
4. Select Partnership Chairperson.
5. Arrange for Education and I/N programs.
Six months out:
1. Select prizes and awards.
2. Arrange food and beverage selections with the playing site (hotel?) to conform with
the signed contract.
3. Meet with Tournament Coordinator for the District to arrange for the Directing Staff.
4. Arrange for set-up of the event (table layout, room arrangement)
5. Select a Caddy Master. Discuss what is expected.
6. Appoint an editor for the Daily Bulletins.
7. Select a photographer.
A well-organized TM should not be personally doing all of the above; these areas are to be delegated to competent people. The TM will be responsible for overseeing the work of the selected others and making certain everything is done in a timely and organized manner.
The TM will stay in the Hospitality Suite and will receive $75.00 per diem.
The TM can play in events only if there is someone to cover any problems that may arise during that time.
The TM is the official Goodwill Representative of District 22. His/her availability to serve as an understanding, cooperative, and hospitable host/hostess will add to the success of the tournament.