2018 US Senior Open Volunteer

Last month, I was in Colorado Springs to volunteer as part of the agronomy team for tournament preparations at the US Senior Open at the Broadmoor. I have known Fred Dickman, Director of Grounds at the Broadmoor for many years and wanted to help out for the week. I've volunteered at many tournaments through the years, but this was the first 'close to home' tournament. This was a special volunteer trip because for the first time my wife, Karen came along to volunteer with me. So it was extra special to be 'Team Ross' at the US Senior Open. Here are some photos and highlights of the week.

The Broadmoor Hotel is certainly special and is celebrating its 100th year Anniversary. 

That 1959 Amateur win by Nicklaus is sure special!

Karen, volunteering with me for the first time! Team Ross.

As usual, it was all hands on deck preparing championship conditions daily.

Had a lot of fun hanging with Dr. Tony Koski, Colorado State University talking turf throughout the week!

My morning daily duty, mowing fairways with a great team of individuals!

Our fairway team leader, Rocco from Jamaica. What a superstar this guy is.

Michael Sartori, East Course Superintendnet (left) hands out the duties, 
while Fred Dickman, Director of Grounds (center) listens in on the plan.
A special thanks to both of these individuals for a great week!

Where Freddie goes......his dogs go!

Even the dogs needed the proper credentials.

Nice to check out flat sand Donald Ross style bunkers. Great stuff!

Being a retired superintendent and now agronomic consultant, I don't see 
many golf course sunrise and sunsets anymore. Certainly enjoyed them 
at the Broadmoor. Brought back old memories. 

A big thanks to all the vendors for their support.