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AUGUST 2015 Everything You Need To Know: Vino on the Patio Your Body’s Reaction to Chronic Stress May The ‘Fours’ Be With You

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Leadership EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Dick Lombardo, President | dlombardo@harkinsbuilders.com Howard Feldman,Vice President | howard.feldman@cfmktg.com Scott Nicholson, Treasurer | snichlsn@gmail.com Seth Lee, Secretary | slee@summittalentgroup.com Tom Cole, Past President | gtcole1@gmail.com

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Shaun Eddy Steve Schrenk Jeff Martin Mike Jack Gary Garofalo Scott Segrist Scott Nicholson Eileen Dietz Ray Ignacio

MANAGEMENT Gregory Colombo General Manager greg.colombo@cattailcreekcc.com ext. 231 Kim Kordon Controller kim.kordon@cattailcreekcc.com ext. 232 Chris Harriman Golf Course Superintendent chris@cattailcreekcc.com 410.489.9178 Gabby Forte Membership Director gabby@cattailcreekcc.com ext. 233 Katie Thompson Communications Director katie.t@cattailcreekcc.com ext. 241 Bob Wampler Head Golf Professional bob@cattailcreekcc.com ext. 222 John Foelber Fitness Director john@cattailcreekcc.com ext. 249 Alex Justiniani Director of Tennis alex@cattailcreekcc.com ext. 265 Celia Dahan Tennis & Fitness Pro Shop Manager celia@cattailcreekcc.com ext. 390 Tom Caswell Executive Chef tom.caswell@cattailcreekcc.com ext. 246 Jennifer Turowski Catering Director jennifer@cattailcreekcc.com ext. 234 Matt Ault Dining Room Manager matt.a@cattailcreekcc.com ext. 397 Samantha Smith Assistant Dining Room Manager samantha.s@cattailcreekcc.com ext. 396 Rob Anderson Facilities Engineer rob.anderson@cattailcreekcc.com ext. 247

Tennis - Eileen Dietz | eileendietz@verizon.net Swim Team - Lisa Noss | lap0811@yahoo.com Audit Committee - Shaun Eddy | seddy@strat-wealth.com Compensation Committee - Seth Lee | slee@summittalentgroup.com CCWGA Chair - Sondra Rappaport | sondrarappaport@verizon.net CCWTA President - Chari Mellner | chariandlee@aol.com

CLUB PHONE NUMBERS Main Clubhouse 410.489.4653 Golf Shop 410.489.5224 Tennis & Fitness Pro Shop 410.989.3683 Green Department 410.489.9178

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contents DEPARTMENTS: 5. GENERAL MANAGER NOTES 6. CLUBHOUSE Upcoming Events Sweet Sundays at the Pool New Happy Hour Drink Menu Everything You Need to Know: Vino on the Patio

10. Membership Summer Joining Incentive One of our favoirte events, ‘Vino on the Patio,’ will be held on Friday, August 21. Check out page 8 to read all about this fabulous night!

Youth Leadership Program Coming to Cattail Welcome, Nora: New Membership Assistant

12. FITNESS August Fitness Challenge Your Body’s Reaction to Chronic Stress Delicious Zucchini Pasta Recipe

14. GOLF & GREEN The Green Report

FEATURES: 9.

Everything You Need To Know:Vino on the Patio

12.

Your body’s Reaction to chronic stress

21.

2015 TENNIS CLASSIC PREVIEW

Bunker to Bunker Frequently Asked GOLF Questions Ricky’s Tip Golf Pro Shop News

21. TENNIS May The ‘Fours’ Be With You Why Your Child Should Play Tennis Beat the Heat

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AUGUST Room Closures The below list indicates which dates various rooms within the Clubhouse will be closed due to Club & Private Member events: Wednesday, August 19 Dinner – Cattail Room (Private Member Event) Friday, August 21 Dinner – Clubhouse (Vino on the Patio)

GENERAL MANAGER NOTES I hope that everyone has had an enjoyable and fun summer at the Club thus far. There are still plenty of events and activities scheduled through the end of the year for you and your families to enjoy - so get out to the Club! We are continually looking to create new events and activities , so if you attend a social event at another location that you think is unique and the Members of Cattail would enjoy, please do not hesitate to forward me the details. We are in the beginning stages of planning our 2016 calendar and want to make sure we offer you and your families the programs

Saturday, August 22 Lunch – Grille Room (Private Member Event) Sunday, August 23 Lunch – Cattail Room (Private Member Event)

and activities you want to participate in. The Board continues to research and work on the development of a winter tennis program for our tennis playing Members at Cattail. We will be hosting two more Town Hall meetings to update you on this progress and answer any questions that you may have related to the project. The meetings will be on Wednesday, August 12 and Thursday, August 13 at 7:00 p.m. in the lower level Meeting Room. Please register through the Club’s website so that we can properly prepare for the correct number of attendees. At the meeting you will be updated on the following items: • Current status in the County process

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with your phone to check out this issue online!

• Updated construction and operational costs • To-scale schematic drawings and renderings of the bubble with a full landscape plan • Tennis survey results and related data from the survey • Full business plan on how the revenue will be generated to fund the bubble on its own merit and not require a Member assessment The discussion regarding the tennis bubble is not a social Member issue, but a tennis issue. More than half of our tennis playing Members are golf Members, and a year-round tennis program at Cattail is just as important to them as our excellent golf course and practice areas. I encourage

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you to join us if you have any questions at all about tennis and the impact this program has on the health of our overall membership. See you at the Club!

Please be reminded that the Club is closed to the general Membership on Monday, August 10 in observance of our annual Employee Appreciation Party. The

Greg Colombo, CCM General Manager

staff will be using the pool, tennis courts, golf course, and restaurant in thanks for their year of hard

All Members are invited to join us at one of our

work.

Town Hall dates! Register online.

TENNIS BUBBLE TOWN HALL AUGUST 12 & AUGUST 13 LOCATED IN THE MEETING ROOM

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AUGUST & SEPTEMBER Social Events Sweet Sundays at the pooL Sundays in August AJGA Junior Golf Tournament Monday, August 3 - Thursday, August 6 Parent-child glowball event Sunday, August 9 SWEET SUNDAYS AT THE POOL Ice Cream Sundaes Sunday, August 9 SWEET SUNDAYS AT THE POOL Root Beer & Creamsicles Floats Sunday, August 16 Family golf night Thursday, August 20 VINO ON THE PATIO Friday, August 21 Junior Tennis Carnival party Saturday, August 22 SWEET SUNDAYS AT THE POOL Virgin Daiquiris & Pina Coladas Sunday, Augus 23

THURSDAY, AUGUST 20 5:00 P.M. 9-HOLE SHOTGUN A fun, low-pressure evening of golf with the entire family. We will use all of our sets of tees, including the U.S. Kids Family Tees, and play fun formats! REGISTER ONLINE.

Back to school pool party Saturday, August 29 SWEET SUNDAYS AT THE POOL Oreo Milkshakes Sunday, Augus 30 Seafood night Friday, September 4 Purplepalooza golf event Tuesday, September 15 Cattail Creek Tennis Classic Wednesday, September 15 - Sunday, Septeber 20 Family Night Thursday, September 22 Fire pit happy hour Friday, September 25

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SATURDAY, AUGUST 29

You screa m, I scream We all scream for

SUNDAY, AUGUST 9 ICE CREAM SUNDAES

Chocolate & Vanilla Ice Cream Chocolate Syrup, Whipped Cream, Cherries,Oreos, M&Ms, Gummy Bears, Chocolate Chip Cookie Pieces, Reeses Pieces, Brownie Pieces & Sprinkles

SUNDAY, AUGUST 16

ROOT BEER & CREAMSICLE FLOATS

SUNDAY, AUGUST 23

VIRGIN STRAWBERRY DAIQUIRIS & PINA COLADAS

SUNDAY, AUGUST 30 OREO MILKSHAKES

1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. | $5 per treat!

Happy Hour Drink Specials

Draft Beer (same selection) $4 Select Bottled Beers (same selection) $3.50 Canyon Road Wines $4/glass Kris Pinot Grigio bottles $25 Absolute Vodka Cocktails (served in a 12 oz. highball glass) $5 Featured Cocktail: Transfusion Absolut Vodka + Ginger Ale + Splash of Grape Juice + Lime Garnish $5

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Everthing you need to know To enjoy

VINO on the patio FrIday, August 21 Our most popular wine event each year, ‘Vino on the Patio,’ is fast approaching! This year, we have partnered with Reliable Churchill Distributors and various well-known wineries throughout the US, and around the world to bring you an excellent evening of wine, music, friends and food! Check out the frequently asked questions below and the adjoining page of this newsletter for more information about this great event. We hope to see you there!

What is ‘Vino on the Patio’?

Does this event count towards my food minimum?

2015’s Signature Wines:

Only Club event; runner up to the annual Club

The cost of this event is split between wine

While all our ‘Vino’ wines are

Holiday Cocktail Party.The evening consists of

and food, so a portion of the price ($42) will

outstanding, the two listed below,

passed appetizers, dinner stations and dessert.

count towards your quarterly food minimum.

both never before seen at Cattail,

‘Vino on the Patio’ is our second largest Adult-

However, unlike other events, each food item is paired with unique wine not on our current wine list and winery representatives are available to guide you through the enjoyment of great food, great wine and the delight of both together. Check out the flyer on the next page for more detaisl on the wines & menu. How much wine is included? There will be 8 featured wines available for tasting and you are welcome to try as many of them as you would like, as many times as you would like. We actually encourage you to find your favorite to sip on the rest of the night! Typically, the most popular wines from the event make their way to Cattail’s wine list.

Can I bring guests? Yes, the more the merrier! ‘Vino on the Patio’ is a very fun event and we encourage all Members to bring their friends to enjoy the night as well. Do I need to register in advance?

Napa Valley, CA This wine is comprised of mostly Cabernet Sauvignon grown from the summit of Mount Veeder, this 92 point (Wine Enthusiast) wine features silky tannins with notes of

products and wine – we don’t want to run

oak and spice.

low on vino! Sign-up on the Club’s website or by calling the Restaurant (x243), but be sure to do so early because the price increases after Monday, August 17! $85++ per person; Reserved before 8/17 $95++ per person; Reserved after 8/17

Entertainment, food and wines are all built

The show will go on! In the event of rain, the

into the cost of the event. Any additional

function is moved into the Restaurant, but

alcoholic beverages are available by signature.

rest assured it is still just as much fun.

Hess, 19 Block Cuvee

in order to ensure accurate ordering of food

What happens if it rains?

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your chance to sample them!

YES! Your advance registration is requested

What is included in the cost?

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surely top the charts. Don’t miss

J Lohr, Fog’s Reach Pinot Noir, Monterey Co, CA We have partnered with Jerry Lohr himself to bring you this estate series wine not available in stores. It was rated in 2012 by Wine Enthusiast as a fruity Pinot Noir worthy of a 93 on its 100 point scale.

VINO • ON THE • PATIO

Peach Cobbler & Ice Cream • Mini Cheesecakes • Chocolate Truffles • Demitasse Chocolate Mousse

$85++ PER PERSON BEFORE 8/17 • $95++ PER PERSON AFTER 8/17 Additional beverages by signature.

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intoATmembership CATTAIL CREEK JOIN IN THE MONTHS OF JULY & AUGUST AND DIVE RIGHT IN! Choose one of the following options to help your family start using the Club right away.

Complimentary Family Night Access for your Children

Chef's Dinner for Four with Wine Pairing

Golf for Four with Carts

Free access for your children

Three course dinner with wine

Bring three Guests to enjoy the

to all Cattail Family Nights for

pairings created especially for

Course with you! Available for

the remainder of 2015.

you by Cattail's Chef Tom!

new golf Members only.

($250 value)

($300 value)

($400 value)

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Coming this Winter: Dale Carnegie Training

Young Adult Leadership Program Cattail Country Club

Today, young adults often need to balance

is proud to announce

school, work and relationships, while at the

their partnership with Dale

same time, work and plan for their future.

Carnegie Training, Mid-Atlantic for

Y.A.L.P. is designed to prepare young adults

this upcoming 2016 winter season. Dale

for the real world by giving them the skills

Carnegie Training is well known as one of

they need to reach their goals and live up

the world leaders in the adult training field.

to their full potential; at school, in their

Recently, they launched a youth initiative, the

relationships, and future careers.

Young Adult Leadership Program (Y.A.L.P.),

This upcoming Y.A.L.P. will begin January 7,

which brings the same high quality training

2016 and continue for eight consecutive

to young adults.

Thursday evenings. Check out the next issue

“The Young Adult Leadership Program is a

of Cat Tails for upcoming articles.

well-respected program with a track record

Find out more information:

of success,” said Cattail General Manager

www.mid-atlantic.dalecarnegie.com

Greg Colombo. “This program provides

Julie Randolph,

young adults with the interpersonal skills

Dale Carnegie Marketing Director

they will need to progress and succeed in

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life.”

Julie.randolph@dalecarnegie.com

Welcome, Nora! Membership Assistant

y name is Nora Ezzat and I am the new Membership

Assistant here at Cattail Creek. A

recent

graduate

from

the

University of Maryland, College Park, I earned my Bachelors of Arts degree in Sociological Processes and Communications. As a Howard County native, I was consistently

CONGRATULATIONS

ON ANOTHER GREAT SEASON!

engulfed in tight-knit communities that

nurtured,

supported

and

grew with one another – and I am honored to be able to be a part of such a prestigious Club that embodies those very same values. During my time here, I hope to continue to uphold and promote all the exceptional attributes and qualities that make Cattail Creek what it is. If there is anything that I can ever do for you, no matter what it is, please let me know. I am here to make your time at Cattail Creek memorable for years to come! nora.e@cattailcreekcc.com 410.489.4653 ext. 237

AUGUST FITNESS CHALLENGE:

Mini-Workouts

John Foelber [DIRECTOR OF FITNESS] Every once in a while everyone hits a rut or plateau in their workout and tries to reinvent their whole routine just to stay engaged and on track. This happens especially during this time of year where regularly scheduled workouts get pushed aside for other activities including travel, family time, and social engagements. Picture this, you walk in the gym, lost, not knowing what to do because it has been so long since your last workout or you overstrain yourself not realizing that your current fitness level is not what it used to be. The result is a futile waste of your time and energy with little if anything to show for your

Your Body’s Reaction to Chronic Stress Sara Cooper [FITNESS INSTRUCTOR]

efforts. This month, because of this trend, I am going to give you eight mini-

Chronic stress is everywhere in modern life—from the highway

workouts to reenergize your fitness routine. You can incorporate each

traffic in our morning commute, to the demands of balancing work

mini-workout into your current routine or do each one separately all

and home life, to surviving on 6 hours of sleep or less a night. This

by itself.

constant wear and tear on the psyche can have real, measurable

Throughout the month, on Mondays and Thursdays, I will upload a

effects on the body. When we are under chronic stress, our immune

new mini-workout challenge to my blog. Each mini-workout will be

systems are suppressed, we have a greater risk for heart attacks, the

unique, challenging, appropriate for all fitness levels and last between

bacteria present in our guts change in numbers and composition,

10-30 minutes.

and we see increased feelings of depression, hopelessness, and loss

By the end of the month try to: • Complete all eight mini-workouts at least once • As a Membership whole try to surpass 70 total mini-workouts • Complete each mini-workout multiple times

Fitness Classes! SUMMER TWO GROUP

MONDAYS SUNRISE BOOT CAMP:

of control. Certain health conditions are more prone to develop, or to worsen under stress, such as irritable bowel syndrome, GERD, high blood pressure, migraines, allergies, asthma, depression, anxiety, and most chronic disease conditions. There are many ways to increase our resiliency and decrease the effect of chronic stress on our bodies. In fact, certain nutrients present in food have been shown to not only halt the damage of chronic stress to our bodies, but also alter the psychological experience of stress in a positive way. Foods to Eat: Foods containing polyunsaturated fatty acids (more specifically Omega-3s) are at the top of the list of things to eat when you feel

6:00 A.M. - 7:00 A.M. (BEGINS AUGUST 3)

stressed. Aim for fatty fish, or use flaxseed or walnut oil to dress

TUESDAYS MID-MORNING BOOT CAMP:

your salads. These types of fats will prevent the increase of cortisol

9:30 A.M. - 10:30 A.M. (BEGINS AUGUST 4)

WEDNESDAYS STRENGTH & CONDITIONING: 9:30 A.M. - 10:30 A.M. (BEGINS AUGUST 5)

THURSDAYS SUNRISE BOOT CAMP: 6:00 A.M. - 7:00 A.M. (BEGINS AUGUST 6)

levels. If you do not typically consume fatty fish or flaxseeds/oil in your diet, be sure to work with a practitioner to supplement this essential fatty acid. Antioxidants: Antioxidants fight oxidative stress and are found in

THURSDAYS MID-MORNING BOOT CAMP:

fresh fruits and vegetables. Foods high in vitamins A, C, and E are

wit h Kristi Gorey! • $120 for six-week session

• Vitamin A: This vitamin protects against the physical damage

9:30 A.M. - 10:30 A.M. (BEGINS AUGUST 6)

excellent choices here.

associated with stress. Good sources include sweet potatoes, carrots, dark leafy greens, lettuce, bell peppers, and tropical fruits.

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• Vitamin C: Stressors increase your body’s need for vitamin C, and plenty of vitamin C has been shown to decrease the level of cortisol. Foods high in vitamin C include citrus fruits, papaya, bell

include dark leafy greens, broccoli, chickpeas, beans, and lentils. • Vitamin B5: This vitamin can help reduce hypersecretion of cortisol—blunting the chronic stress response. Sources of B5

peppers, and even kale.

include brewer’s yeast, cauliflower, kale, avocado, legumes, beef

• Vitamin E: This fat-soluble antioxidant protects your brain against free radical damage caused by oxidative stress. It is found in almonds, raw seeds, chard, spinach, kale, and plant oils. B Vitamins: B-complex vitamins generally have to do with energy

and poultry, as well as sweet potatoes. Minerals: Stress increases urinary excretion of most minerals. • Magnesium: Stress appears to increase the body’s need for magnesium, but it also increases urinary excretion of magnesium.

metabolism in the body.

Aim for plentiful magnesium in your diet, using foods such as dark

• Vitamin B6: Chronic stress depletes B6, and supplementation of

leafy greens, nuts, seeds, fish, beans, avocado, bananas, and dark

B6 actually reduces experience of stress. Be sure to get plenty of

chocolate.

B6 in your diet through the consumption of seeds, nuts, fish, meat,

Resources

bananas, avocados, and spinach.

Yehuda, S., & Mostofsky, D. (2006). Nutrients, Stress, and Medical Disorders.

• Vitamin B12/Folate: Both vitamin B12 and folate are necessary

Totowa, NJ: Humana Press.

for the conversion of homocysteine (a damaging chemical) to

Stough, C., Simpson, T., Lomas, J., McPhee, G., Billings, C., Myers, S., …

methionine. Without the ability to convert homocysteine, your

Downey, L. A. (2014). Reducing occupational stress with a B-vitamin

body will experience further oxidative stress. Foods high in B12

focused intervention: a randomized clinical trial: study protocol. Nutrition

include shellfish, fish, eggs, meat, and dairy. Foods high in folate

Journal, 13, 122. doi:10.1186/1475-2891-13- 122.

Zucchini Noodles

with Avocado-Arugula Sauce Sara Cooper [FITNESS INSTRUCTOR]

Use spiralizer to cut zucchinis into noodles. I prefer smaller sized noodles, but larger would work as well. Heat 1 T. olive oil in cast iron or stainless steel pan. When warm, place in zucchini noodles and let cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring frequently. When zucchini noodles are wilted, add salt—this will bring some water into the pan which will be useful for incorporating the avocado sauce. In a high speed blender, add avocado, arugula, olive oil,

Ingredients • 3-4 large zucchinis with tops and bottoms cut off • 1 tablespoon olive oil • ½ teaspoon salt • 1 avocado, ripe • 1 cup cherry tomatoes • 2-3 cups arugula • 2-3 tablespoon olive oil • 1 lemon, juiced • 1-2 cloves garlic • Salt to taste • Basil for garnish • Filtered water as needed

lemon juice, and garlic. Blend until smooth, adding filtered water as needed to make into a thick sauce. Add salt to taste. Add sauce to the pan, and mix in tomatoes with the noodles. Plate and garnish with basil. Nutrient Value: Arugula is a nice mix of calcium and magnesium, which have been shown to decrease the experience of stress. Avocados are a good source of polyunsaturated fatty acids and zucchini is high in vitamin C and B6. As listed previously, C is an antioxidant, and B6 is depleted rapidly under stressed conditions. Where can you buy a Spiralizer? Amazon for about $30

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GREEN REPORT

The ryegrass in the rough has seen plenty of stress this year and will either be overseeded or sodded with turf type tall fescue this fall. Notice the stark difference between fescue sod and the originally seeded ryegrass.

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e are right in the middle of

17, we will begin stripping the ryegrass

and will give us a beautifully consistent green

a very typical summer for

aprons just in front of all of our greens with

to warm up on before your round. We hope

Maryland this year. Plenty of

an approach. Years ago, the existing aprons

to have the green open for play towards the

sun, humidity, high temperatures and some

were sodded with ryegrass sourced from the

end of September.

scattered rain showers have kept us on our

primary rough in order to stand up better to

toes. When our staff from Mexico say that

mechanical wear. Unfortunately, the aprons

the weather is nicer there this time of year,

were full of Poa annua. Not only did they

you know our cool season grass here is un-

bring the weed closer to our putting surfaces,

der some stress! July is normally our hottest

but they also created an inconsistent and ugly

month and with it (and 30 days of 90 de-

surface in a highly played area. These aprons

gree+) behind us, we look forward to some

will be re-sodded to bentgrass in order to

fall projects.

match the grass type that is on our greens,

Fall restoration will take place during the weeks of August 17 and 24. The Golf Course will be closed as usual on Mondays the 17 and 24. On the following Tuesdays and Wednesdays,

approaches and fairways, giving the golfer a consistent playing surface all the way into the hole. These small areas will be played as ground under repair for about two weeks.

Out in the rough we will look to increase our Turf Type Tall Fescue population and fill in any voids from the ryegrass and Poa annua that have died over the past 8 weeks. As we have communicated before, Turf Type Tall Fescue will be utilized in the roughs as opposed to the existing ryegrass. The Turf Type Tall Fescue is bred to be more disease, heat, traffic and stress tolerant than the rye and will provide a much more consistent rough to play out of through the season. The fescue’s water demands match up better with the bentgrass

only nine holes will be open. Fall restoration

Once the aprons in front of the greens are

fairways which in turn allows for firmer playing

will most likely involve aerating the fairways

complete, on August 24 we will move to the

surfaces. In addition, the fescue’s growth habit

with solid tines, and pulling cores out of the

practice green directly behind the Learning

is slightly slower than ryegrass which makes it

tees. The greens will also have a small core

Center and number 1 tee. This green has

easier to maintain a consistent 2.5 inches.

pulled out in order to increase air movement

been infiltrated with Poa annua over the

through their profile. Aeration is the primary

last 20 years. The Poa seeds come in from

reason we are able to maintain consistent

off property on people’s shoes and deposit

playing surfaces through the summer. Staying

usually in the first turf that they walk on, in

diligent with these cultural practices ensures

our case this practice green. This green will

our greens, tees and fairways will remain

be stripped and re-sodded with matching

healthy and in great shape for years to come.

bentgrass that is on the new Short Game

Our main focus this fall will continue to be eliminating the weed Poa annua. On August

Area greens. This bentgrass is dense enough to resist any new Poa annua encroachment

Overall, the Golf Course has held up well this summer. We continue to limit mechanical damage and implement the right amount of cultural practices at the right time in order to maintain elevated conditions. Keep up with the Green Department Blog to see these practices in action. I will see you all out on the Course!

All of the ryegrass aprons will be re-sodded to bentgrass to improve quality and consistency in front of the greens

This small approach will also be re-sodded with the rest of the green to gain a flat area for practice putting and to make room for a nine hole putting course.

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BUNKER to BUNKER

s we move into the final month of summer, we have an

playing a round-robin Four-Ball Match Play format. After the regular

exciting schedule of events to accommodate all of our

season concludes, the Flight Winner playoffs will begin in October.

Members. I would like to highlight a few of these events,

Included in the $225 League Entry Fee is your cart fee each night, a

along with our new Tuesday Evening Men’s League that you won’t want

buffet dinner after play, and the Flight Winner and Overall Champion

to miss out on.

prizes. Additionally, each night we will collect $20 cash from each

One of our most popular tournaments of the year is our annual ‘Men’s Special’. The event kicks off with the blind draw Pairings Party and

player for weekly cash prizes. Sign up with a partner, or the Golf Professional Staff will pair you up.

Calcutta on Friday, August 14. Pairings are drawn at random with one

Lastly, I would like to thank our three summer golf interns, Charles

“A” player and one “B” player comprising each team. The format is

White, Dan Driscoll and Jacob Wichtowski for all of their hard work

Better Ball of Partners, net with 18-holes on Saturday morning and

throughout the summer. Along with their contributions in the Golf

18-holes on Sunday morning. Our defending champions are Drew

Shop, Outside Services and Tournament Operations, they all did a

Clark and Stephen Altshuler. We hope you can join us!

phenomenal job working with our Juniors and helping to coordinate

The culmination of the Junior Golf season begins on Saturday, August 22 and Sunday, August 23 with the Junior Club Championship. There are four divisions, each with awards for both boys and girls. There is a 3-hole, 6-hole, 9-hole and 18-hole competition depending on age. Our defending champions are: 18-Hole – Steven Segrist

the PGA Junior League and Junior Interclub teams. Charles, Dan and Jacob will all be heading back to school in mid-August, and we wish them all continued success in the future. If you see them at the Club, please be sure to thank them and wish them luck back at school. Thank you, and we hope to see you on the course and at the Club soon! Everything for golf,

9-Hole – Caleb Taylor & Ally Abruscato 6-Hole – Peter Laake & Megan Kirkpatrick 3-Hole – Drew Wolven

Bob Wampler, PGA Head Golf Professional

Another Junior Golf event that is becoming a ‘can’t miss’ event is the Junior Skill Challenge and FUNdamentals Clinic on Sunday, August 30. The Golf Professional Staff will put on a clinic for the kids on driving, chipping and putting before competing in a skills challenge comprised of all three. We will have some great prizes for the winners from each age/gender division, and our annual ‘Junior Golfer of the Year’ awards will be announced. We hope your junior golfer can join us for a fun afternoon! I am excited to announce a brand new Tuesday Evening Men’s League beginning in August. The League consists of two-man teams, similar to the Founder’s Cup, with flights of 8 teams determined by combined handicap. Each league night, there will be a 5:00 p.m. shotgun start,

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Summer Golf Interns, Dan Driscoll, Jacob Wichtowski and Charles White

FAQ’s Frequently Asked {GOLF} Questions Matt Hill [Assistant Golf Professional]

Tuesday Evening Men’s League League Schedule

The following are some frequently asked questions regarding the Rules of Golf. Remember, “If you’re going to play this game, you’ve got to know the Rules.” Rule 5: Q. If a player runs out of golf

A. No. The line of putt does not extend

balls during a round, may he borrow a ball from another player?

beyond the hole. There is no penalty for

Regular Season Fall League will play on the following Tuesdays:

A. Yes. There is nothing in the Rules of Golf

August 11, 18, 25 | September 1, 22, 29 5:00 p.m. Shotgun Start

ball from an opponent or fellow-competitor.

that prohibits a player from borrowing a golf

making a stroke in this manner, provided the ball is fairly struck at and not raked into the hole. (Definition of “Line of Putt” and Rule 161e).

Flight Winner Playoff will begin on Tuesday, October 6

A player who runs out of balls may get a new

Rule 20: Q. When measuring club-

supply from any source, provided he does not

Format

unduly delay play (Rule 6-7) in the process.

lengths on the ground, what club must be used?

Four-Ball Match Play (Better Ball of Partners) 90% Handicap Round Robin Match Schedule

Although golf balls are part of a player`s

A.The player may use any club he has selected

equipment, the only type of equipment that

for play to measure club-lengths - see

the Rules limit the borrowing of is clubs Rule

Decisions 20/1 and 20/2.

League Fees $225 pp League Entry Fee covers cart, flight winner & overall champion prizes, and buffet dinner after play

$20 per week (cash) for Weekly Prizes

THE GOLF PRO STAFF WILL POST ALL SCORES.

4-4(Decision 5-1/5). Rule 11-3: Q. Joanne addressed the ball

on the tee, and accidentally knocked the ball off the tee. Her fellow-competitors exclaim, “One!” Does she incur a penalty?

Rule 28: Q. May a player declare a ball

in a hazard unplayable? A.The answer depends on the type of hazard the ball is in. If the ball is in a water hazard, the player may not declare the ball unplayable. He may play the ball as it lies, or proceed

A. As the ball was not in play, there is no

under the water hazard Rule (Rule 26-1). If

penalty, and she may re-tee the ball.

the unplayable ball lies in a bunker, the player

Rule 16-1: Q. A player reaches across

may proceed under any of the options listed

the hole to tap in a short putt (hole between the player and ball). Is this a breach of Rule 16-1e, Standing Astride or on the Line of Putt?

in Rule 28. However, if he elects option b or c, the ball must be dropped in the bunker.

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RICKY’S TIP There are three necessary and simple key factors to shoot lower scores — the player has to eliminate penalty strokes, the player has to stop three putting, and the player must not compound his mistakes. This sounds like common sense, because it is. In spite of that, not many amateurs focus on those factors. They are usually obsessed with their technique, not knowing that there are a lot of things they could do to shoot a lower score almost immediately. Tour professionals and myself focus on these three key areas to shoot the best score possible.

RICKY SERRANO [DIRECTOR of golf instruction]

Eliminating Penalty Strokes

Compounding Your Mistakes

Most penalty shots are accumulated by hitting shots out of bounds or

Compounding your mistakes is one of the worst things you can do

hitting water hazards. So if you are careful in this area and pick your

to your score. We all think of those great recovery shots the tour

targets accordingly, you can avoid penalty strokes in no time. However,

professionals make on tournaments just at the right time to keep a

if you arrive on hole #5 here at Cattail and you focus on not hitting

good round going, but what we all forget is they do this for living and

your tee shot to the right into the hazard- guess what? You will be

they have probably practiced those exact shots for hours. The safe

taking a drop with a penalty of one stroke.

option is usually the better one when you are in trouble. For example,

Eliminating Three Putts

if you need to hit your best three wood to go over the water, it might

Nothing is more frustrating to me than three putting. A one foot putt

the green. These options may not seem as exciting, but your score will

counts just as much as a 300 yard drive. If you are seeing a lot of three

in the end.

be better to lay up short of the water and then hit another shot to

putts in your score card, you know exactly how many strokes you can save by turning those into two putts.In my experience, three putts are caused because the player is top impatient. When you are on the green, don’t rush it. Take your time to asses the situation and stick to your routine.

If you apply your mind to these three areas you will see your score go down rapidly. These are more ‘concepts’ than actual ‘techniques’ - you will benefit the rewards immediately once you have integrated them into your game.

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August & September

GOLF Events

AJGA Junior Golf Tournament Monday, August 3 - Thursday, August 6 Parent-child glowball event Sunday, August 9

GOLF SHOP NEWS! Lauren Burns [golf shop merchandiser] The Professional Shop can do more than

numbers or making them all one number, like

provide you and your family with golf

“72.” They take about two weeks to get from

merchandise; they can also provide services

order to in hand once a logo is on file. Also,

to your company! With the Mill River pricing

be prepared when your order arrives; a case

structure, we are also 20% above wholesale on

a golf balls sure is heavy!

corporate orders. The majority of companies order golf balls, hats, or polos, although the sky is the limit. I am happy to oblige with any request you might have!

Larger orders do not always have to be corporate, either! We have done Links & Kings leather luggage bags as a commemorative piece for a group that goes on an annual

By far, the most popular company right now

trip. We have a plethora of relationships with

to do corporate orders with is Under Armour.

vendors that we will certainly work with to

They are the most common vendor for both

get you the best price and quality possible on

hats and polos. Once an order is placed, the

your order.

logo will be on file with the company forever. For a repeat order, all you have to do is let us know and it will go right in as you no longer

Please contact me with any questions or inquiries you may have! lauren@cattailcreekcc.com

Men’s Special Golf Tournament Friday, August 14 - Sunday, August 16 Family golf night Thursday, August 20 Junior Club championship Saturday, August 22 - Sunday, August 23 Junior Golf Skills & FUNdamentals clinic Sunday, August 30 Men’s golf guest day Wednesday, September 2 Parent-child golf tournament Saturday, September 5 BIG break golf challenge Friday, September 11 husband-wife golf tournament Saturday, September 12 Purplepalooza golf event Tuesday, September 15

have to go through the approval process. With this in mind, your initial order will always take the longest amount of time, as they have to mark up the logo and send it to everyone for approval. This process takes about seven business days. Once approved, the order will go directly into production and ship out within five business days. Titleist is the most common for logo golf ball orders. The minimum for logo golf balls is 12 dozen. You are still able to change the number on the golf ball, such as ordering high

The Golf Pro Shop is continuly changing with the months. Stop by and see what we have to offer!

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PARENT-CHILD

SUNDAY, AUGUST 9 7:00 P.M. DINNER | 8:00 P.M. GOLF

4-hole shotgun | All levels welcome! Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Tortellini Pasta Salad, Summer Corn, Tomato & Arugula Salad, Coleslaw, Mac & Cheese, Baby Back Ribs, Fresh Fruit Bowl, Housemade Chips, Cookies, Brownies & Ice Cream Sandwiches

$76 inclusive per adult/child team CAT TALES 2015

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AUGUST & SEPTEMBER

TENNIS Events BREAKFAST AT WIMBLEDON Friday, July 3 KASTLES BUS TRIP TO DC Tuesday, July 21 CCWTA EVENING SOCIAL Friday, July 24 CCWTA EVENING SOCIAL Friday, August 14 TENNIS JUNIOR CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP Friday, August 14 - Saturday, August 15 JUNIOR TENNIS CARNIVAL PARTY Saturday, August 22 MEN’S TENNIS MEMBER-MEMBER Saturday, August 29

BE WITH YOU Tips for Successful Doubles Make Returns: Typically I see players try

should make a concerted effort to intercept,

to be overly aggressive on returns. This does

or “poach” their opponents’ return of serve.

not mean that I prefer you to play too passively

This takes a lot of pressure off of the server

or tentatively, this would also be a recipe

and will lead to some easier, quicker points

for disaster! Instead, hit a strong, aggressive

when you and your partner are serving. This

return to a safe location on the court. Instead

can be a difficult strategy for some players to

of trying to hit a pinpoint passing shot into a

employ, not because they have weak volleys,

narrow alley past a net player heavily guarding

but rather because they are afraid to miss

the target, hit a forceful return into the deep

the volley. The only way to get better at

corner of the singles court at the server’s feet.

poaching is to practice poaching! Take every

This should set your partner up at the net and

opportunity to be aggressive at the net and

it is not a difficult shot to execute.

you will find yourself being more and more

Make Serves: Most points in tennis, at all

comfortable in this position.

PARENT-CHILD ROUND ROBIN Monday, September 7

levels of play, are won or lost during the first

Lob more:

three strikes of the ball - the serve, the return

playing opponents who lob consistently in

CCWTA MORNING SOCIAL Friday, September 11

or the return of the return. We have already

doubles…I will wait…I assume that no one

discussed effective ways to limit errors on

reading this article has their hand in the air. It

CATTAIL CREEK TENNIS CLASSIC Wednesday, September 16 Sunday, Aeptember 20

the return. It is not realistic, nor necessary,

should seem obvious, but if you do not like

to serve like John Isner or Serena Williams. In

playing a lobber, then your opponents will not

doubles, serve placement and consistency is

like it either. The old expression, “If you can’t

way more important than speed or power.

beat ‘em, join ‘em” rings true here. Lob off

By keeping a high percentage of first serves

of returns or anytime you are not in position

in play, your opponent cannot spend the

to hit an aggressive approach or passing shot.

entire match attacking your second serve,

Many players do not like hitting lobs because

which for most players is considerably weaker.

they are considered “wimpy” or “not a real

Instead of serving for aces, try to isolate your

tennis shot.” My response to this is, you may

opponents’ weaker shot and serve there, or

not like lobbing, but I bet you do not like

focus your serves “down the T” which will set

losing more! Lob away!

TENNIS BUBBLE TOWN HALL AUGUST 12 & AUGUST 13 LOCATED IN THE MEETING ROOM

your partner up at the net for easy poaches.

Raise your hand if you like

These tips are a few simple ways to help you

Be active at the net: We know that

clean up some errors and add some effective

the return of the opponents’ return of serve

strategies to your doubles game. For more

All Members are invited to join us at one

is one of the tougher shots in tennis. To

helpful tips join us on the court for the

of our Town Hall dates! Register online.

help alleviate this weakness, the net player

Director’s High Percentage Doubles Clinics!

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WHY YOUR CHILDREN SHOULD PLAY TENNIS Alex Justiniani [Director of tennis]

Tennis is called the sport for the ages because tennis is played by people ages 80 and beyond. I have coached a doubles teams in the past where the combined age was over 150. Now that’s a team of experience!! You will find that tennis will allow your child more play time than many other sports. Since they play alone in singles, or with one other person in doubles, they have a big role in each match. Further responsibilities include score keeping, line calls, court awareness, and solving on-court disagreements - all in a socially acceptable manner. See below the top 7 reasons to play tennis:

1. Tennis instills vigor, optimism, and self-

4. Tennis helps in the development of

esteem, as well as relieves stress, anger,

positive personality characteristics such

anxiety and tension.

as social skills, creativity, self control, and

2. People who participate in tennis three hours per week (at moderately vigorous

5. Tennis played three times a week is an

intensity) cut their risk of death in half

excellent conditioner and can be played

from any cause, according to physician

well into your 80’s.

Ralph Paffenbarger who studied over 10,000 people over a period of 20 years. 3. Since tennis requires alertness and tactical

‘It generates new connections in the brain,’ reported scientists at University of Illinois.

mental focus.

thinking

generates

new

connections in the brain, reported scientists at University of Illinois.

6. Competitive

tennis

burns

calories than aerobics, inline skating, or cycling, according to studies on caloric expenditures. 7. Tennis is simply having fun with friends!

Is it any wonder that scientists and physicians around the world view tennis as the most healthful activity in which you can participate? There may be other sports that can provide excellent health benefits, and some which can provide mental and emotional growth, but no sport other than tennis has ever been acclaimed from all disciplines as one that develops great benefits in all three areas.

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FRIDAY, AUGUST 14 6:00 P.M. TENNIS DINNER BY SIGNATURE

COUPLES EVENT DRESS IN YOUR BEST

60’s ATTIRE

BEAT THE HEAT Chris cozzillio [head tennis professional] Playing tennis in the extreme heat can be brutal. On a summer day in Howard County, Maryland, the heat and humidity can get pretty unbearable; there are measures you can take to ensure you stave off heat-related illness on the court. Even when you feel fine on the court, it is possible that the heat is still having a negative impact on your tennis game. The tips below will help you beat the heat, and hopefully your opponent!

1. Some people will drink either Gatorade

5. Clothing–It is best to choose light

or water. It is important to have a balance;

colored, breathable and loosely woven

a combination of water and electrolyte-

fabrics to help sweat evaporate easily.

enhanced beverages throughout the day

Visit Celia in the Pro Shop if you need

will help keep you hydrated.

a hand!

2. I often hear “I’m not thirsty.”

Drink

6. Sunscreen–This one is important, and

consistently, not just when thirsty. Your

one I need to follow more diligently as

body could already be dehydrated by

well! In addition to the damaging long-

the time thirst kicks in.

term effects to the skin, sunscreen can

3. Be salty. Salt is the main electrolyte lost

help prevent heat related illness.

in sweat- make sure you are replacing

7. When you can, grab some shade!

it.Some salted pretzels from Cattail will

When on changeovers, take a seat

do nicely!

under the canopy.

4. Cool yourself off! It is important to keep your body cool before, during, and after practice.

Staying out of

the sun when you can is extremely beneficial!

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L I CR A T T

A UNIQUE TWIST ON THE TRADITIONAL TOURNAMENT

S A S CL

Wednesday, September 16 - Sunday, September 20 MEN’S & WOMEN’S DIVISIONS (2.5 - 4.5)

OPEN CHAMPIONSHIP MEN & WOMEN

Singles, Doubles, Mixed Doubles, Combo.

Singles & Doubles Divisions

TROPHIES AWARDED TO CHAMPION & IN EACH DIVISION.

PRIZE MONEY AWARDED TO CHAMPION & FINALIST IN EACH DIVISION!

Registration closes September 8

THE CLAUDIA MAYER & TINA BROCCOLINO CANCER RESOURCE CENTER Tournament Director & Sponsorship Coordinator: Alex Justiniani (410.707.7131) CAT TALES 2015

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