Help sell official tournament programs at various locations throughout the site. The money raised benefits the WTEF and the youth it serves. Volunteers for this committee must be at least 14 years old by July 31, 2009 .

Ushers

Provide information about the tournament and the tournament site, help spectators find their seats, control crowd movement in the stadium and outside courts while matches are in progress, collect tickets at tournament gates and corporate receptions, monitor other access points to the site and help distribute special promotional materials to ticket holders. All ushers will be required to work one of the Qualifying days, Saturday, August 1 or Sunday, August 2. Volunteers for this committee must be at least 18 years old by July 31, 2009 .

Special Events

Responsibilities include staffing and helping with all special events including Kids Day, Family Picnic Day, and the Fast Serve interactive area. Volunteers for this committee must be at least 14 years old by July 31, 2009 .

Help with general tasks to support volunteer activities during the tournament. Maintain the village, which serves as an information source and relaxation area for volunteers and coordinate many activities including check-in for volunteers. Volunteers for this committee must be at least 16 years old by July 31, 2009 .

Monitor access to the tournament facilities and guard special player and official areas. Evening volunteers may be requested to stay until 30 minutes after the conclusion of the last evening match. Volunteers for this committee must be at least 21 years old by July 31, 2009 .

Drive players and their guests to and from various locations in Mercedes-Benz vehicles provided by the event. Volunteers on this committee must provide a valid driver's license (see additional information for transportation) and be willing to work extended hours if needed. Volunteers for this committee must be at least 25 years old by July 31, 2009 .

Additional Information for the Transportation Committee  

· Please attach a clear photocopy of your valid driver's license and proof of insurance to your application. No transportation volunteer will be allowed to drive without one on file prior to the event.

· Directions are always provided to drivers and FLEX hours are available. However, drivers must be very knowledgeable of the Washington metropolitan area and have a good sense of direction.  

· Tournament pick-ups will be between the hours of 8:30 a.m. - 10:00 p.m. or until the end of the last match of the evening session. Qualifying Saturday, August 1 pick-ups will begin at 6:30 a.m.