Aronimink Golf Club Prepares for PGA Championship with Global Volunteer Team

Superintendent John Gosselin and hundreds of workers, including volunteers from as far as Sweden and Dubai, ready the course for the major tournament.

Published on Mar. 11, 2026

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Aronimink Golf Club in Newtown Square, Pennsylvania is gearing up to host the 2026 PGA Championship in May. Superintendent John Gosselin and a crew of hundreds have been working hard for months, including through two snowstorms, to prepare the course. Gosselin has brought in around 80-90 volunteers from across the country and as far as Sweden, Dubai, Germany, and Scotland to ensure the course is in top condition for the world's best golfers.

Why it matters

The PGA Championship is one of the biggest sporting events in the Philadelphia region, drawing top players and massive crowds. Aronimink Golf Club last hosted the tournament in 1962, so this year's event is a major milestone for the club and the local community. Ensuring the course is in pristine condition is critical to hosting a successful and high-profile tournament.

The details

Superintendent John Gosselin and his team have been working since the fall to prepare the course, making applications to prevent issues like snow mold. Now that the snow has melted, the turf is in great shape, but the next two months leading up to the tournament in May will be critical. In addition to the local crew, Gosselin has brought in around 80-90 volunteers from across the U.S. and several international locations to assist with the final preparations.

  • Aronimink Golf Club last hosted the PGA Championship in 1962.
  • The 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink is scheduled for May.

The players

John Gosselin

The superintendent at Aronimink Golf Club who has been overseeing the preparations for the 2026 PGA Championship.

Scottie Scheffler

A top professional golfer expected to compete in the 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink.

Rory McIlroy

A top professional golfer expected to compete in the 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink.

Colin Morikawa

A top professional golfer expected to compete in the 2026 PGA Championship at Aronimink.

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What they’re saying

“In the fall, we prepped for it. We made applications to prevent things like snow mold, which happens with long periods of snow cover. And now that it's melted, the turf is in fantastic condition, so we're off to a great start.”

— John Gosselin, Superintendent, Aronimink Golf Club (CBS News)

“We have a really great team, and and on top of that, we're bringing in 80 or 90 volunteers from around the country, and as far away as Sweden, Dubai, Germany, Scotland.”

— John Gosselin, Superintendent, Aronimink Golf Club (CBS News)

“We're counting the days, and that's that's what gives a little anxiety. It's coming and they're gonna be here whether we're ready or not.”

— John Gosselin, Superintendent, Aronimink Golf Club (CBS News)

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The takeaway

Hosting a major golf tournament like the PGA Championship requires immense preparation and coordination, with Aronimink Golf Club bringing in a global team of volunteers to ensure the course is in pristine condition for the world's top players. This event highlights the significant economic and community impact these high-profile sporting events can have on a local region.