Our chapter is run ENTIRELY by volunteers! Our 2024 Board has done an outstanding job. We now have three opportunities available for 2025, and we invite you to put your “hat in the ring” for the upcoming election! We are currently seeking volunteers to run for the following positions, where you can lend your ideas and passion to help us to continue to be a most extraordinary community that ensures all our members have the opportunity to CONNECT, LEARN, PLAY, and BELONG!

Elections will be held in September, so just click on the Simple Nomination Form below,and we will get back to you soon! Nominations must be submitted by September 1.

Volunteer Opportunities

President (Nov. 2024 – Oct. 2025)
The Chapter President is responsible for the delivery of a complete LPGA Amateurs experience for all Chapter members regardless of their experience or skill level. The President works with the Board to set priorities and goals, oversees Chapter operations in a fiscally responsible manner, conducts Board meetings, helps to develop Chapter current and future leadership, and is the primary liaison to the LPGA Amateurs national organization and fellow LPGA Amateurs Chapters. The President is elected for a one-year term and may serve two consecutive terms.

Golf Events Director (Nov. 2024 – Oct. 2026)
The Golf Events Director, with assistance from other volunteer Chairs and Managers, is responsible for the delivery of the Chapter’s golf events, including weekend events, League play, Internal Competitions, and special events.  Responsibilities include identifying and liaising with local golf courses, establishing financially responsible fee structures, marketing events, establishing pairings, and providing rules and communications to Chapter members. The Golf Events Director is elected for a two-year term and may serve two consecutive terms.

Finance Director (Nov. 2024 – Oct. 2026)
The Finance Director manages all aspects of income and expenses for the Chapter, manages the Chapter’s cash accounts within billhighway and the Chapter’s local bank account, responds to any Board requests, and collaborates with the Board to reply to any LPGA Amateurs national reporting requirements. The Finance Director is elected for a two-year term and may serve two consecutive terms.

Click Here to Access The Nomination Form

Seeking a Website Coordinator

Do you have basic web-based content management skills?  Please consider volunteering!  We need you!

We are seeking someone to support Laura Posey in managing this Chapter's website.

What does this role involve?  

You would use your basic web-based content management skills to publish content provided by the Board to the proper areas in the content manager.  You wouldn’t be responsible for writing content; you just publish it!  The time required would be minimal, maybe 1-3 hours per month.  We promise plenty of training and support! If you can copy and paste from Word, you can do this!

• Questions about this role?  Contact Laura Posey, laura.posey@gmail.com
• Willing to volunteer?  Contact Lissa Smith, goaus03@yahoo.com, (804) 200-9034

Even if you are playing for fun, there are a few great reasons to value a handicap index

First, and most importantly, do it for yourself. A handicap index gives you an idea of how your game is progressing (or not). As an example, what impact would there be if you began decreasing the number of 3-putts during rounds? Your handicap index would give you that answer.  Seeing progress and identifying areas for improvement are important, even if you are a casual player. And, let's face it, a decrease in your index also grants you some serious bragging rights!

Maintaining a handicap index also enables our Chapter to pair you with members who have similar skill levels during League and weekend Golf Events.  

If you are interested in participating in our competitive events like our Chapter Championship or our Match Play with our sister chapter Hampton Roads, or even a scramble, the same holds true.  A handicap index is required to enter competitive events because they level the playing field so folks of all skill levels can compete together. This gives you a much greater chance of placing and winning prizes, making these events even more enjoyable!

As a Chapter, we encourage all members to establish a handicap index for all of the above reasons.  

Ready to establish your handicap index?  

• Join the Virginia State Golf Association (VSGA). All VSGA membership options include handicap indexing and you can choose an online club, such as The First Tee of Greater Richmond

   OR

• Enquire about establishing a handicap at the course where you are a member (if applicable to you) or play frequently.  Fees are typically $35+ 

   

  Questions or need assistance with establishing a handicap? We have your back. Contact fellow member Jennifer Hermanson, jenniferjhermanson@yahoo.com