Volunteers needed for this year's American Legion World Series

Volunteers needed for this year’s American Legion World Series

Posted by author May 29, 2024 World

The American Legion World Series Executive Committee relies on volunteers to perform many functions at Keeter Stadium during the national tournament and the American Legion World Series festival in Uptown Shelby every August.

“Every aspect of the ALWS requires many more people than just our committee members and our core volunteer group,” Committee Chairman Eddie Holbrook said in a press release. “We could never pull this off without them.”

More volunteers are needed for 2024 to serve as gatekeepers, ushers, shuttle drivers, concession staff and festival volunteers.

Here are the positions:

Gatekeepers are responsible for checking tickets at the main gate during the ALWS games. They must be aware of the different types of tickets and how each should be handled. Gatekeepers typically work four-hour shifts. Volunteers are needed for day games.

Ushers are responsible for helping ticket holders find their seats. Ushers must be knowledgeable about Keeter Stadium, the numbering of reserved seats, and the correct locations for handicapped fans. Ushers wear yellow vests over their volunteer T-shirts; the word USHER is on the back so fans entering the stadium can read it. Ushers typically work three-hour shifts.

Concession staffers work in the main concession stand, in the drink and snack tent next to the concession stand or at the grill next to the concession stand. They typically work three-hour shifts; they are asked to be at the stadium one hour before the game for which they are working.

Shuttle drivers are responsible for picking up attendees in the parking lots around Shelby High School and delivering them to Keeter Stadium. They also return attendees to the parking lots after each game. Drivers must be familiar with golf cart operations. They are expected to be courteous and careful drivers. Most work four-hour shifts.

Festival volunteers will assist with festival activities including manning booths with children’s activities, setup, breakdown and more.

The American Legion World Series Festival is Aug. 10 in Uptown Shelby from 10 a.m. – 10 p.m. The 2024 tournament is scheduled for Aug. 15-20. The application for volunteers is online at www.alws.us. Anyone with questions about volunteering can call ALWS headquarters at 704-466-3103 weekdays from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.