Every second year, talented golfing teams from Europe and America compete for a chance to win the Ryder Cup and next year, it will be Scotland’s turn to have the honour of hosting the competition at the fabulous Gleneagles in Perthshire.

The Ryder Cup officially began in 1927 but six years previously, the first American golf team travelled to Gleneagles to take part in the International Challenge, the forerunner of the Ryder Cup. So, with the Ryder Cup effectively coming home, Gleneagles is going to need your help!

Gleneagles, a five-star luxury spa and golf hotel, is looking for 1,800 keen volunteers to assist them in various roles affiliated with the tournament, due to be held from the 26th to the 28th September 2014. Roles include scoreboard carriers, crowd safety marshals and buggy shuttle drivers to name but a few.

Paul McGinley, who will be the European captain next year, commented: “We are always appreciative of anyone who gives their time to volunteer and support golf and there are not many countries in the world better than Scotland for producing volunteers and marshals whose golf knowledge is second to none.

“We will be looking for volunteers who have a knowledge of the game but also people who will enjoy the experience and help to make The Ryder Cup an unforgettable event for the fans who will have a vital role to play in trying to help The European Team retain the trophy at Gleneagles.”

The match director for the 2014 Ryder Cup will be Edward Kitson, who knows just how valuable enthusiastic volunteers really are: “The volunteers at The 2014 Ryder Cup will be the public face of the match: they will be the first and last people our spectators see.

“Naturally some of the roles require specialist experience, and while some knowledge of golf would help, in most cases the main criteria is a positive attitude and genuine desire to be involved in one of the world’s great sporting events.

“Ideally our volunteers will be friendly, out-going, good-humoured and will enjoy helping others.”

With more than 250,000 spectators estimated to attend, help from volunteers could ensure the safety and smooth running of the tournament. Successful candidates will be a required to pay a registration fee of £75 for this fantastic opportunity. Clothing, food and beverages will be provided.

If you would like to be part of this sporting history, you need to register your interest on the Ryder Cup website.