how to become a golfweek course rater

The best way to become a golf course rater is to apply to a golf association in your state. Positions are listed online, as well as details of what each association is looking for in a golf course rater. As we’ve already mentioned, it’s a technical role, so it’s not something that every golf fan will be able to do.

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How are Golfweek’s best ratings determined?

Golfweek maintains a stable of +/- 800 raters, drawn from all 50 states and over a dozen foreign countries, who make up the Golfweek’s Best rating panel. The principle goal of the rating panel is to establish Golfweek rankings of the top golf courses from each of two eras: Classic (opened before 1960) and Modern (opened 1960 or after).

Who is the director of events and Rater program at Golfweek?

Armand Cimaroli – Senior Director of Events & Rater Program Email: RaterStaff@ Golfweek.com Responsible for creating new ideas, educating our Raters, and writing for Golfweek. Raters have the chance to meet them at various Rater events throughout the year.

How do I become a member of the rater program?

This is a membership based program. In order to be considered, you must be nominated by a current and active member. That member would need to reach out to us and nominate you. From there an application process begins. Armand Cimaroli – Senior Director of Events & Rater Program

What is a bogey rating?

Raters are in charge of evaluating each course’s holes for all golfers, regardless of their scratch or bogey players. The “scratch” rating is often referred to as “Course Rating.”. On the other hand, the “bogey” rating is used to calculate the “Slope Rating.”.

Is it hard to become a golf course rater?

Golf course raters are required to have a deep understanding of golf to be competent at their work. You will be required to “analyze” the courses before the games start, among many other individual responsibilities that differentiate your work from what a caddie does.

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