MAY 2013
ANNIVERSARY PARTY FAQ FAREWELL, SCOTT LOCKWOOD
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MAY INITIATION RATES $6,250 GOLF / $1,625 SOCIAL (JUNE $6,500 / $1,750) (JULY $6,750 / $1,875)
initiation fees
RISE INCREMENTALLY IN 2013 Golf initiation increases by an additional $250 each month in 2013, and Social initiation by $125.
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Visit us online: www.cattailcreekcc.com | www.facebook.com/cattailcreekcountryclub *An initial membership commitment through the 2014 year is associated with new Memberships. Lynn Slupski, Membership Marketing Director | lynn@cattailcreekcc.com | 410.489.4653 ext. 233 CAT TALES NEWSLETTER
Leadership EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Tom Cole, President | gtcole1@gmail.com Dick Lombardo,Vice President | dlombardo@harkinsbuilders.com Gary Garofalo, Treasurer | ggarofalo@harkinsbuilders.com Howard Feldman, Secretary | howard.feldman@cfmktg.com Andy Wilson, Past President | andy@lighthousewlth.com BOARD OF DIRECTORS Tim Reid Shaun Eddy Seth Lee Steve Schrenk Mike Jack Jim Scalley Cheryl Guth Christine Callahan Scott Nicholson Scott Segrist COMMITTEES Golf - Scott Segrist ssegrist@cfmortgagecorp.com Junior Golf - Scott Allen sallene3@verizon.net Greens - Dick Lombardo dlombardo@harkinsbuilders.com Tennis - Christine Callahan christinecallahan@msn.com Membership - Andy Wilson andy@lighthousewlth.com Compensation Committee - Seth Lee jssglenwood@verizon.net Audit Committee - Shaun Eddy seddy@swealth.com Finance - Gary Garofalo ggarofalo@harkinsbuilders.com Facilities - Rick Pundzak rick@careysales.com House - Steve Schrenk sschrenk@eqrworld.com
MANAGEMENT Jack Molinaro Interim General Manager jack.molinaro@cattailcreekcc.com ext. 231 Kim Kordon Controller kim.kordon@cattailcreekcc.com ext. 232 Chris Harriman Golf Course Superintendent chris@cattailcreekcc.com 410.489.9178 Lynn Slupski Membership/Marketing Director lynn@cattailcreekcc.com ext. 233 Bob Wampler, PGA Head Golf Professional bob@cattailcreekcc.com ext. 222 Nic Flickinger, PGA First Assistant Golf Professional nic.flickinger@cattailcreekcc.com ext. 223 Joe Mattingly Director of Tennis joe.mattingly@cattailcreekcc.com ext. 235 John Foelber Fitness Director john@cattailcreekcc.com ext. 248 Tim Halter Head Tennis Professional tim.halter@cattailcreekcc.com ext. 235 Tom Caswell Executive Chef tom.caswell@cattailcreekcc.com ext. 246 Justin Passero Dining Room Manager justin.passero@cattailcreekcc.com ext. 396 Rob Anderson Facility Engineer rob.anderson@cattailcreekcc.com ext. 247 Carey Ward Communications Director carey@cattailcreekcc.com ext. 241 CLUB PHONE NUMBERS Main Clubhouse 410.489.4653 Golf Shop 410.489.5224 Tennis Pro Shop 410.989.3683 Green Department 410.489.9178
Swim Team - Lisa Noss lap0811@yahoo.com Fitness - Andy Wilson andy@lighthousewlth.com CCWGA - Loraine Herdrich lherdrich@aol.com CCWTA - Terri Curran tccurran@aol.com
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contents DEPARTMENTS:
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Clubhouse UPCOMING SOCIAL EVENTS MARTINI OF THE MONTH
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Membership WELCOME NEW MEMBERS!
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Golf BUNKER TO BUNKER RICKY’S NOTES:VISUALIZATION GOLF APPS FOR YOUR iPHONE
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Crocs Schedule
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Fitness
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Tennis
Thanks to Mary Glagola for tagging us in this gorgeous photo on Facebook!
JUNIOR SPOTLIGHT: JORDAN PORTNER INTERCLUB & INTRACLUB OPPORTUNITIES PRO SHOP NEWS
FEATURES:
On the cover: Joan Forsyth, Lonnie Pera, and Elaine Yoltay mingle with friends at the CCWTA Kick Off Party on Friday, April 26.
8. ANNIVERSARY PARTY FAQ LYNN SLUPSKI, MEMBERSHIP MARKETING DIRECTOR
15. GREEN REPORT CHRIS HARRIMAN, GOLF COURSE SUPERINTENDENT
19. THE GOOD, BAD, & UGLY TIM HALTER, HEAD TENNIS PROFESSIONAL 4 � CAT TALES NEWSLETTER
A Farewell Message From Scott Lockwood [CLUBHOUSE MANAGER]
To My Friends – The Membership of Cattail Creek Country Club, It seems time has been flying by since the announcement of my resignation to accept the position of General Manager at Baltimore Yacht Club. Over the past few weeks, I have tried to stop from time to time and reflect on my years at Cattail. My life has moved forward, both personally and professionally, so much over the last five years; it is truly hard to believe it has gone by so quickly. As I look back, I will fondly remember these years at Cattail, just as much as I do my first term of employment at Cattail, back in 2001 to 2003. Thank you to all the Members who have stopped me over the past few days to share their memories with me. I have worked very hard every day to make Cattail an enjoyable place for the Membership, their families, and Guests. It’s been so nice to hear about the special moments that will not soon be forgotten. It has been my pleasure being a part of, and helping you plan and enjoy, birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, and the holidays throughout the years. I also want to mention how enjoyable it has been to work with, and be a part of, the best management team in the industry. They have all helped me become better along the way. One of my main goals when coming to Cattail was to put together a service team that would focus on an enjoyable dining and club experience. One of my proudest accomplishments is the low staff turnover during the last few years. In fact, the first employee I hired, Amanda Upchurch, is still working on Cattail’s staff. All of the staff is special to me and their efforts have helped me to make Cattail not only a great place for the Membership to be, but also a wonderful place to work. The majority of my career has been spent at Cattail, and it will always be a special place for me. I look forward to staying in touch and hearing about the wonderful things going on at a great Club in the small town of Glenwood, Maryland. I am looking forward to the next step in my career and Cattail has been an integral part of preparing me for this move. I wish you all the best, and welcome you to stop in at Baltimore Yacht Club whenever you are passing by. Please feel free to reach me at slockwood78@hotmail.com in the future. Cheers!
Scott Lockwood
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Clubhouse
May Events
Invite your aunts, grandmas and other special ladies are also welcome! $12 children (12 & under) $23 adults
Sunday, 5/5 Cinco De Mayo Specials
(no denim, please)
Sunday, 5/5 Mother-Daughter Afternoon Tea Thursday, 5/9 Sushi Night Saturday, 5/11 Kids' Garden & Planting Party
t h e r g u T a ea D r 5 e h ot , May.m. Munday- 4:00 p stations menu:
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Thursday, 5/16 Kids' Movie Night Sunday, 5/19 Rally for a Cure Thursday, 5/23 Prime Rib Night
asparagus & avocado bisque warm scones
Friday, 5/24 Spring New Member Family Cocktail Party
fresh berries and fruit kabobs tea sandwiches
Saturday, 5/25 Pool Opens with DJ
deluxe tea display
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Sunday, 5/12 Mother's Day Brunch & Dinner
lemon curd, peach jam, raspberry jam, cream cheese
roasted chicken and candied pecan, crab salad with sriracha aioli shrimp salad with cucumber and mint boursin spread cheese panini with basil roasted vegetable panini and roasted pepper pesto
assorted sweets
Mother’s Day DINNER SPECIALS
SUNDAY, MAY 12
starters VIEW THE MENU ONLINE!
for kids
MARTINI OF THE MONTH May Flowers $6
d chowder Don't 7 let Mom down! Make reservations today sochicken nuggets 8 you can dine at a desirable time. Raspberry crabmeat, clams, potato, bacon, creamy served with honey mustard & french fries or melon Pomegranate Sorbet Vodka, Vanilla Vodka, Cointreau, broth mozzarella sticks 8 Pineapple Juice ushroom miso soup 6 served with marinara sauce & french fries or melon
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ham, onion, swiss cheese, champagne truffle
macaroni & cheese 8 buttered pasta linguini 8 served in butter sauce
Clubhouse FRIDAY, MAY 3
JUNE EVENTS
MIDDLE SCHOOL MOVIE NIGHT:
Nine & Dine Golf Event Friday, June 7 "Cattail Goes to the Dogs" Party Saturday, June 8 'School's Out' Pool Party Friday, June 14 Father's Day Cookout and Car Show Sunday, June 16 20th Anniversary Party & Fireworks Saturday, June 29
Guest Welcomes!
Website Poll: Zumba Class Would you be interested in attending an outdoor Zumba class at the Club? Click here to answer the poll!
5:00 PM BUFET 1 6:30 PM SHOWING BUFFET ($
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WELCOME, NEW MEMBERS! The Brown Family – Welcome Back! Darrin, Carolyn, Matthew, Andrew, Evan The Smith Family Billy, Carrie, Bradley, Bryan The Heiges Family Jeffrey, Heidi, Jeffrey, Aubrey The Neal Family Michael, Lauren, Liam The Barnhill Family Chad, Nikki, Cole, Harlie The Easton/Kuppers Family Darren, Gretchen, Jared The Mooney Family William, Alison, William
view the menu and register online! MAY 2013 � 7
Membership
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ANNIVERSARY PARTY & FIREWORKS SATURDAY, JUNE 29 � 6:00 PM LYNN SLUPSKI [MEMBERSHIP MARKETING DIRECTOR] Where does everyone park? Cattail staff directs parking for the event and cross-checks those arriving against the master registration list. Members and guests who live nearby are encouraged to walk if possible. Carpooling is also encouraged. Once the parking lots and dedicated overflow areas are full, cars are lined on the grass along our driveway.
I am bringing an elderly guest or someone in a wheelchair; is there special seating for them? The Clubhouse is open during the entire event, and anyone who would benefit from being in the air-conditioning, or from watching the fireworks from the veranda, is welcome to do so. As there is limited space in the Clubhouse, it is asked that only those who truly need to utilize this indoor option do so.
Where does everyone sit? Members bring their lawn chairs and blankets to set on the grassy area near the tennis courts, behind the Clubhouse, and near the back putting green. Many tables are set on the back lawn, and under a giant tent that is erected by the pond, in addition to the tables that are always on the Lower Patio. All tables are used as open seating as Members and guests dine.
Can I reserve a table? All tables, both outdoors and in the Clubhouse, are on a first-come, first-serve basis, and may not be reserved. The tables are meant to be used for dining, and turn over multiple times throughout the party. Members are asked to bring lawn chairs and blankets to set on the grassy area for actual viewing of the fireworks and for casual seating throughout the party.
Does the cost of the event count towards my food minimum? The majority of the cost of this event goes towards the fireworks and entertainment, and therefore, this is one of our few events that does not count towards your quarterly food minimum requirement.
What happens if it rains? It won’t! ...but if it does, and it is to the extent that the event can’t go on, the party will be held the following day, Sunday, June 30.
What is the cancellation policy? Due to the magnitude of this event, a 72-hour cancellation policy is followed. Reservations for any person or group that are cancelled within 72-hours of the event will incur a 50% charge; no-show reservations will be billed 100%.
Are the kids games included in the cost? Yes!! All entertainment is included! Take advantage of the dunk tank, rock climbing, balloon animals, face painting, and crafts just as much as your heart desires!
Are the golf and tennis daytime events separate from the party? Yes. Both golf and tennis offer tournaments earlier in the day that are linked to the Anniversary Party & Fireworks, but they are separate events and require separate registration on the website.
How early do I have to arrive to avoid checkin lines? Wristbands are used to gain entrance to the party and must be worn at all times during the event. The Club offers advance wristband pick-up beginning three days prior to the event, and most Members take advantage of the early wristband pick-up to avoid the lines.This makes the check-in line on the day of the event, very reasonable.
Click here to register for the party!
Click here to register for the golf event!
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Is alcohol included in the cost? Only non-alcoholic beverages are included. Alcoholic drinks are by signature. The entrance wristbands designate those who are over the age of 21. Even with a wristband, the Club’s bartenders may ask for picture identification from those who appear to be younger than 25 years old. What is on the menu? Someone in my party has an allergy or special dietary need; can it be accommodated? Absolutely! Please note your guest’s name and special dietary needs in the comments box in your online registration so that Chef Tom can plan accordingly. He will contact you prior to the event if there are any questions and a manager will let you know which items on the buffet to stay away from. Appetizers: Nacho Station with Cheese & Salsa Assorted Fruit, Cheese & Crackers Tortilla Chips & Hummus Buffet: Cheese Tortellini Pasta Salad with Pesto Caesar Dressing
Three Bean Salad with Greek Dressing Potato Salad Mango & Papaya Slaw Caribbean London Broil with Blackberry-Kiwi BBQ Sauce
Grilled Salmon with Asian Sweet Chili Sauce Fried Chicken Pit Turkey Potato Rolls & Slider Rolls Corn Bread & Butter Pineapple, Grapes & Cantaloupe Macaroni and Cheese Beef Hot Dogs Assorted Potato Chips Dessert: Cookies, Brownies, Dessert Bars Strawberries and Watermelon
Click here to register for the tennis event!
Membership
PARTY 6:00 p.m. - Festivities Begin
Deluxe dinner buffet & bar by signature!
DJ Larry Adler & his 100+ hula hoops, rock climbing wall, dunk tank, balloon twisting, airbrush tattoos, face painting, spin art, sno cones, nacho station, popcorn... and more!
9:00 p.m. - Fireworks
Advance online reservations required.
MONDAY, MAY 6 This event does not count towards the quarterly food minimum. 12:30 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. $40++ Adults | $20++ Kids (4-12) Guests are welcome! MAY 2013 ďż˝ 9
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SUSAN G. KOMEN FOUNDATION
RALLY FOR A
CURE CATTAIL’S LARGEST FUNDRAISER
SUNDAY, MAY 19 • OPEN TO ALL MEMBERS 10 � CAT TALES NEWSLETTER
18 HOLES & ALL NEW FORMATS
Pool & Crocs
mother’s day brunch
SUNDAY, MAY 12 • 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
SEAFOOD CHOWDER DANISHES, MUFFINS, POUND CAKE, SCONES, DONUTS, & BAGELS SMOKED SALMON AND CRAB FINGER DISPLAY OMELET STATION CARVED ROASTED PRIME RIB & PORK TENDERLOIN FRESH FRUIT DISPLAY COUNTRY SAUSAGE & BACON HOME FRIES
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS First Day of Practices Tuesday, May 28 @ Cattail 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Cattail vs. Norbeck Thursday, June 13 @ Norbeck Arrive 5:00 - 5:15 p.m. | Warm Up 5:30 p.m.
BUTTERMILK PANCAKES & FRENCH TOAST SCRAMBLED EGGS ITALIAN SAUSAGE FLATBREAD W/ MONTEREY JACK SHRIMP, CRAB, & EGG QUESADILLAS SNOW PEAS, BELL PEPPERS, & RED ONION MEDLEY FARFALLE PASTA & LEMON HERB CHICKEN W/PESTO MACARONI AND CHEESE CHICKEN NUGGETS CHEESE QUESADILLAS
Cattail vs. Argyle Tuesday, June 18 @ Argyle Arrive 5:00 - 5:15 p.m. | Warm Up 5:30 p.m.
CAKES, COOKIES PETIT FOURS PIES AND CUP CAKES
Cattail vs. Avenel Thursday, June 20 @ Avenel Arrive 5:00 - 5:15 p.m. | Warm Up 5:30 p.m.
$32 - ADULTS $24 - TEENS 13-17 $16 - KIDS 7-12
Pasta Pig Out & Team Pictures Monday, June 24 @ Cattail Arrive 4:30 p.m. | Picture 5:00 p.m. Cattail Lollipop Meet (8 & under) Wednesday, June 26 @ Cattail Arrive 4:30 p.m. | Warm Up 5:15 p.m. Cattail vs. Rolling Road Wednesday, July 3 @ Cattail Arrive 4:45 p.m. | Warm Up 5:15 p.m. Invitational Relay Carnival Wednesday, July 10 @ Nottingham Logistics TBD Movie Night at the Pool Friday, July 12 @ Cattail 7:00 p.m.
$12 - CHILDREN 3-6 0-3 COMPLIMENTARY
Cattail Kids: Join Yukon and Chris Harriman,
Golf Course Superintendent, for the annual
KIDS’ GARDEN PLANTING PARTY
Lollipop Invitational Friday, July 19 @ Norbeck Arrive 5:00 p.m. Lollipop Invitational (6 & under) Wednesday, July 24 @ Cattail Arrive 5:00 p.m. | Warm Up 5:15 p.m. End of Season Party Saturday, July 27 @ Cattail 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
SATURDAY, MAY 11 • 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM $25 inc lusi ve of lun ch, cla ss & pla nt to tak e hom e! MAY 2013 � 11
Golf
There's an app for that too! NIC FLICKINGER [FIRST ASSISTANT GOLF PROFESSIONAL] I am definitely not the most tech-savy individual, and most anyone can attest to that, but I do I have an iPhone! I use it primarily for calls, emails, and texts, but I do have a handful of apps, too. Of course I use Facebook,The Weather Channel, and so on... and I do have quite a few apps that are golf related, too. Many of you may have some of these already, but if not, check them out! Cattail Creek Mobile Site I definitely use our mobile app on more than a regular basis! From accessing the tee sheet to scheduling lessons for Ricky to viewing registrants for golf events, this information is never more than a log-in away. In addition to golf related interactions, you can also make a Restaurant or Tennis Court reservation, check out the Club Calendar and register for a special event, read the Green Blog, and even access the Member Directory. Getting the app on your iPhone is easy. Navigate to www.cattailcreekcc.com in your web browser. Then click the share button (it looks like a square with an arrow in it) at the bottom of the screen. Select "add to home screen" and a button will appear with our logo on your phone that will direct you to our mobile site in one touch.
MSGA GolfLife This is another very handy golf app to have. The Maryland State Golf Assocation, in conjunction with GolfNet, allows Cattail Members the ability to access their handicap remotely. From here, you can post scores, view your scoring history, check on your handicap trend, and edit incorrectly posted scores. Your access information is the same as that for your login at www. msganetwork.org. If you do not have a handicap or do not know your username or password, please contact a member of the Golf Professional staff. This app will also give you the ability to look up another golfer's handicap index, find golf courses throughout the US, and calculate your handicap for another golf course. The Golf Channel This app easily allows me to stay on top of all things new in golf. You can read articles and opinions from the writers at the Golf Channel and stay connected with news in the golf industry. Within the news section, you can check out videos, tune up with instructional material, access a host of photo galleries, and even sneak a peek at the equipment insider. This application also gives you up to date leaderboards for the week's events on the PGA, European, LPGA, Champions, Web.com, and other professional golf tours. If that isn't enough, you can even listen to The Golf Channel's Morning Drive live!
Cattail's WDCGA Golf Teams JUDY HOGARTY, MEMBER [CCWGA TWILIGHT LEAGUE CHAIR] This year, Cattail Creek has two women’s teams participating in the Women’s District of Columbia Golf Association (WDCGA). Founded in 1924, participating clubs were Chevy Chase, Columbia, Indian Spring and Washington Golf and Country Club. Over the years, that list of clubs has grown to number 30, and now includes Congressional, Bethesda, Manor, Woodmont, Trump National, and TPC Potomac, to name just a few.
V1 Golf Swing Analysis This app is the same software that is used in the teaching bay in our Learning Center. V1 is a golf program that allows players and golf instructors the ability to capture and analyze golf swings. The app gives you the ability to compare your swing with PGA Tour Professionals like Rory McIlroy, Lee Westwood, Fred Couples, Karrie Webb, and a host of others. After capturing footage of your swing, you can play it back in slow motion and look at it frame by frame. The program allows you to compare, overlay, flip, and zoom in on your swings while utilizing a host of different teaching tools. Additionally, you can store your swings, email screenshots, and share your swings with friends and family. This app is definitely a must for a golf swing junkie!
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Through an active schedule of team matches, individual and team tournaments, championships, and a junior golfing program, the WDCGA fosters golf competence, sportsmanship and camaraderie among its members, while supporting the great game of golf in the Washington D.C. area. Weekly team matches run from early April to late May. Special thanks to Bob Wampler and the Golf Professional Staff, who sponsored a special clinic for the teams in late March; a practice round was held in early April. Our first matches took place last week; points accrue on a cumulative basis over the two months of play. Win or lose, cheer on your home teams!
Golf
BUNKER to BUNKER The warm weather has finally arrived and we are thrilled to see so many of our Members excited about golf. By the middle of the month, we will be fully staffed, and we're looking forward to a very busy and exciting season. Our new Golf Shop Merchandise Coordinator, Lauren Burns, as well as our two PGM Apprentices, Eli Mireles and Wilson Henry will arrive shortly; they are all eager to grow as young professionals and service our Members and Guests throughout the season. Please join me in welcoming them to the Cattail family! We are all very excited about the new spring product available now in the Golf Shop. We have some beautiful new men’s apparel from Peter Millar, Foot Joy, Fairway and Greene, Adidas, Ashworth, Polo, Travis Mathew, and Puma.
"Swing Control bottoms for ladies... fit like yoga pants, with no zippers and are easy to wear... a perfect pant for golf, and they look great." I am also excited to introduce “Swing Control” bottoms for ladies. If you haven’t tried these on yet, you need to. Swing Control pants fit like yoga pants, with no zippers and are easy to wear. They are a perfect pant for golf and look great. Try them on next time you visit the Shop!
Rally for the Cure - Sunday, May 19. 18 Hole Shotgun at 1:30 p.m. This event is open to ALL MEMBERS and benefits a wonderful cause! Format will be 1 Best Ball of 4, Net. We have a very fun day in store for you with a lot of exciting prizes, a 50/50 raffle, on-course games, and a silent auction.
continuing education for our dedicated Golf Professionals. The fund will be monitored and managed by the Golf Committee Chair, the Club President, and myself. The goal is to help our Assistant Golf Professionals realize their goals and will also allow the Club to attract top talent in the future.
Men’s and Women’s Presidents Trophy – Saturday and Sunday, June 1 & 2. Format is your “ringer” score, or your best score on each hole over two days of play. There will be gross and net winners. Included in Tournament Club or $50 entry.
Everything for Golf,
Improved Play with the Pro - Participate in this friendly, season-long competition; beginning on May 15 and ending on October 31. The format is 2 Best Balls of Foursome, NET. Men will play from the white tees. Women will play from the red tees. Professionals will play from the same tees as the Members.The cost is $10 per player for 9 holes; sign up online! The lowest net score posted at the end of the season (in each division) for the Front 9 and the Back 9 will win all monies collected. I would like to thank all of our Members in advance for supporting me in my initiative to create a PGA Apprentice and Assistant Golf Professional Education Fund. We will set aside a small portion from funds raised during some of our events this year to help offset the costs of PGA Certification and
Bob Wampler, PGA Head Golf Professional bob@cattailcreekcc.com 410.489.4653 ext. 222
Fairway Feats! Greg Poulis - Eagle on #4; six iron Always let us know of your achievements on the Course so we can give you a shout out in the next newsletter!
Men's Opening Day Winners What a fun day it was with a full field of players! Congratulations to all of the winners! First Place - 122 ($50 Golf Shop Credit each) Andrew Schickner, Dan Romano, Pete Varga & Phil Down
PLAY WITH A PRO
mornings or afternoons
There are many exciting upcoming events on the Course. Please visit the website and register for these events soon to reserve your spot!
a golf professional will be in touch to schedule a tee time AFTER YOU SIGN UP!
Men’s Hiahleah - Thursday, May 9. (Pairings Party), Friday and Saturday May 10th and 11th – Tournament Play. Format will ABCD blind draw; 2 Best Balls of Four Net. 80% of Current Handicap. Included inTournament Club or $100 per player entry.
Upcoming afternoon dates: May 23, June 6, June 13 Upcoming morning dates: May 16, May 30, June 27
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Golf
RICKY'S TIP: Visualize! RICKY SERRANO [DIRECTOR OF INSTRUCTION] The best players utilize visualization to improve their performance. It is well known that the body cannot tell the difference between reality and imagination. Therefore, visualizing your shot will help the body perform. It is vital for peak performance! In golf, there are two ways you can visualize. The first is to play the shot in your mind from the moment the ball leaves the clubface, to the point it reaches its flight, and to where it lands and hits the ground. The second is to actually see yourself swinging and feeling the shot. You won't always get the result you visualize, but studies show that if you can keep extraneous mental activity out of the way, the body will create the result you are looking for. So my tip to you for the next time you are hitting balls is to... SEE the shot, FEEL IT, and EXECUTE IT.
TYSON'S RULE OF THE MONTH TYSON McFARLAND [ASSISTANT GOLF PROFESSIONAL] At this years’ Master’s there was a controversial ruling involving Tiger Woods. The controversy stemmed from Woods taking an incorrect drop after his original ball found the water hazard. This is a great opportunity to review what our options are when we hit a ball into a water hazard! Tiger was in violation of rule 27-1 when he did not drop his ball as nearly as possible to the spot from which the original ball was played. He also did not exercise his other options as well, and was susceptible to a penalty, or possible disqualification. If a ball is found in a water hazard or if it is known or virtually certain that a ball is in the water hazard (whether the ball lies in water or not), the player may, under penalty of one stroke: a. Proceed under the stroke and distance provision of Rule 27-1 by playing a ball as nearly as possible at the spot from which the original ball was last played (see Rule 20-5); or b. Drop a ball behind the water hazard, keeping the point at which the original ball last crossed the margin of the water hazard directly between the hole and the spot on which the ball is dropped, with no limit to how far behind the water hazard the ball may be dropped; or c. As additional options available only if the ball last crossed the margin of a lateral water hazard, drop a ball outside the water hazard within two club-lengths of, and not nearer the hole than (i) the point where the original ball last crossed the margin of the water hazard or (ii) a point on the opposite margin of the water hazard equidistant from the hole. When proceeding under this rule, the player may lift and clean his ball or substitute a ball.
CCWGA OPENING DAY RESULTS 18 Holes: Raz Wolf, Katy Voss, Gaye Holcomb Three Blind Holes: Laurie Capra, Sondra Rappaport, Nancy Cole 9 Holes: Lurdes Abruscato, Alicia Buxton, Linda Hand Toss Out Three: Loraine Herdrich, Lisa Reid, Kathy Roetering 14 � CAT TALES NEWSLETTER
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CC G CATTAIL CREEK WOMEN'S GOLF ASSOCIATION
APRIL LEAGUE PLAY RESULTS 9-Hole Tuesday AM League: Tuesday, April 16 (League Opening Day) - Texas Scramble Low Net - 25 ($10 Pro Shop Credit Each) Nora McGlaughlin, Nancy Cole, Alicia Buxton, Maureen Yoon
SOCIAL COMMMITTEE NEWS:
Second Net - 25 ($5 Pro Shop Credit Each) Tracy Eastwood, Carey Carlson, Sally Lentz, Mary Down, Stephanie Nucci
LURDES ABRUSCATO [CCWGA MEMBERSHIP CHAIR]
Tuesday, April 23 - Two Woman Chapman Scotch
Rally Report: All Members Think Pink!
Low Net – 28 – First Place Heather Smyth & Shannon Shapiro
Sensed some extra energy in the air at the Club recently? That’s because Cattail is ramping up for its major fundraising effort, 'Rally for the Cure,' on Sunday, May 19. We’re “partying with a purpose” in hopes of surpassing our $10,000 fundraising goal for the Susan G. Komen Foundation!
Low Net – 29 – Second Place Pam Feldman & Stephanie Nucci Tuesday, April 30 - Lucky 4's & Low Putts Lucky 4’s Winner – 20 - Joan Forsyth
This year, we’re taking this traditionally golf-only event and integrating with several other areas and groups at the Club to show that Cattail cares! Look for pink “surprises” leading up to the big day, including Pink Plate Specials created by Chef Tom, new pink apparel in the Golf Shop, and unique donation/sponsorship opportunities for anyone interested in participating. It's not too late to be a sponsor (holes, banners, drink carts) or to donate materials for some unique raffles — contact Member, Stephanie Nucci at smnucci@verizon.net for more details.
Low Putts – 16 - Kristi Deluliis
Starting at 1:00 p.m. on the big day, we’ll have a 4-Person, 18-Hole Scramble, a fun and easy format open to ALL Members. Sign up with friends, or have the Golf Professional Staff pair you up.There’ll be plenty of opportunities to win, including Best Pink Team, Longest Drive, and Closet to Pin competitions. We'll also provide lots of unique donation opportunities, including the purchase of:
1st Low Gross - 76 Christine Callahan, Kellie Keehn, Shannon Shapiro, Heather Smyth
• Ribbons recognizing anyone touched by this disease • Pink rope to improve putts • Tee Off for the Taa-Taas by the Golf Professionals ...and much, much more! Don't miss out on a great day of giving, gratitude, fun and golf! Sign up today at www.cattailcreekcc.com/calendar.
Pars: Tracy Eastwood #3, Kristi DeIuliis #3 & 6, Joan Forsyth #6 & 9
9-Hole Wednesday Twilight League: Wednesday, April 24 (League Opening Day) - Scramble Congratulations to Stephanie, Tracy, Aimee and Debbie on your win with a score of 39. Nancy C., Patty, and Lurdes, we were just one stroke short of tying the winning team.
18-Hole Thursday League: Thursday, April 11 (League Opening Day) - Scramble
1st Low Putts - 16 putts Susan Darnell, Nancy Kaufman, Stephanie Nucci Thursday, April 25 - Circle 9 Format Winner: Heather Smyth 1st Low Gross: Heather Smyth 2nd Low Gross: Jen Lawrence 1st Low Net: Nancy Kaufman & Shannon Shapiro 2nd Low Net: Stacey Adams 1st Low Putts: Heather Smyth 2nd Low Putts: Stacey Adams & Jen Lawrence Chip in: Stacey Adams #18 Pars: Nancy Kaufman #1, Shannon Shapiro #13, Jen Lawrence #4,8,13, Loraine Herdrich #8, Heather Smyth #6,8,16
had by all. ning Day, Tuesday, April 9! A blast was
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Golf
GREEN REPORT CHRIS HARRIMAN [GOLF COURSE SUPERINTENDENT] Spring has finally graced us with its presence; it has been a slow start to the growing season. Dry weather and cool temperatures have not been the norm in April and May throughout the past few years, but these conditions are much more favorable than soaking wet, hot, and muggy. The Golf Course has finally filled in from aeration and conditions are on the way to their peak. The rough is hitting its stride but it is still easy to notice that some areas are taller than others and some voids are still present. These areas remain mostly ryegrass. The ryegrass grows quickly in the spring compared to the grass we have been promoting in the rough (turf type tall fescue). This fast growth of the ryegrass is only upward, so the voids from past disease and drought stress remain from years past. The ten or so acres
UPCOMING GOLF EVENTS Men's Hiahleah Thursday, May 9 - Saturday, May 11
Men's Tee Event Saturday, May 18 Junior Play Day/Interclub Saturday, May 25 Men's Twilight Thursday, May 30 Men's & Women's President's Trophy Saturday & Sunday, June 1-2 Nine & Dine Friday, June 7
of renovated or sodded turf type tall fescue rough remains thick, consistent, and creates a fair challenge to escape from. Our primary focus this fall will be to integrate more tall fescue into our roughs. This will be done through sodding green surrounds, applying Round Up to some areas, and re-seeding, as well as simple overseeding to outer lying areas.
utilization of growth regulators and working to promote bentgrass over Poa annua. The following are golf cart parameters set by the Green Department and Green Committee. It is important that all Members work together to follow cart path rules to help ensure your safety and the quality of the Golf Course. Cart traffic is restricted to the path on holes 4, 5, 6, 12 and all par 3’s. Architecturally, these holes cannot support normal cart traffic and have pinch points that canwear out quickly. Carts are not permitted in the rough and mounded areas. Focus cart traffic in the fairways.
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Speaking of seed, it is easy to notice the ugly seedheads of the Poa annua on our greens. The short game area is the worst culprit, housing each and every seed that is brought in from outside courses. For the most part we have been able to keep the Golf Course sufficiently clean of Poa annua. Throughout the season, we use growth regulators to limit Poa annua movement and germination. In the fall, we use clean bentgrass plugs from the nursery to replace entire Poa plants. The fight against Poa annua will forever be ongoing. You will start to notice now, since the Poa plant has produced a seedhead, using a significant amount of resources, that the plant will start to turn purple and get smaller. This is a product of nature combined with our
The brown posts indicate the last possible point as to where you should retreat back to the cart path. They do not call for a cart to drive right next to them and make a sharp turn towards the path. Most importantly, scatter your cart traffic. You are driving on a living plant. By scattering your traffic (not driving in a worn area) you are increasing the chances a certain area will be consistent with the rest of the Course, and you are lessening work for the Green Department. Finally, each and every Member should be an advocate for the Course! Everyone should be able to follow these parameters and also help communicate them to Guests and other Members who may be concentrating more on how to make a triple bogey than where to drive their cart. The Golf Course thanks you!
Men's Guest Day Wednesday, June 5 Men's Tee Event Saturday, June 8 Men's Twilight Thursday, June 13
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This Poa annua on #10 has used a lot of carbohydrates to produce seedheads. Weekly plant growth regulator applications will help constrict growth until the weed is plugged out in the fall.
Fitness
A FITNESS TIP: Set goals to make your work out work better! JOHN FOELBER [FITNESS DIRECTOR] Why do you work out? How do you work out? If I asked someone to tell me why they work out, I could get a lot of different answers. They could include losing weight, getting stronger, playing better tennis or golf, running faster, having better quality of life, and some even want to gain weight! If you take a couple of minutes and actually set some goals based on your own answers to that question, you might see that how you work out isn't helping you achieve those goals. So how do you work out? Some have been doing the same routine for years with little to no variation, while some work out very hard during every visit to the gym with little progress toward their fitness goals.
New Fitness Center Access Procedure On Tuesday, May 7, a new touchpad system will be installed at the Fitness Center access door. A signed Fitness Center Release form is still mandatory before being able to gain access and to use the equipment. The touchpad system has been programmed to allow access for all of those who have already signed a release form. Members will use a 5-digit code to gain access: The code for all Golf Members will begin with a 5 followed by their 4-digit Member number, using 0’s as placeholders if necessary. Example: Golf Member number 88 would enter 5-0-0-8-8 The code for all Social Members will begin with a 3 followed by their 4-digit Member number, using 0’s as placeholders if necessary. Example: Social Member number 251 would enter 3-0-2-5-1 If you have not yet signed a release form, but would like to use the Fitness Center, please contact the Membership Department. We kindly ask that Members return their old key fobs to the Club by dropping them in the envelope with your monthly statement payment. Though we are unable to issue credits for the key fobs, we hope to possibly use them again in the future in other capacities. A list of equipment available, along with the Fitness Center policies, can be found in your Sports Book or under the Fitness tab of the website.
One common example is an exerciser who wants to trim up or lose weight and all they do is aerobic exercise. They leave the gym sweaty and tired, and now have a much more efficient cardiovascular system and have burned off a few calories. But week after week goes by, and while there is some progress it does not equate to the effort that is put into every workout. If they look at why, and how, they work out, a better approach might be to add in some strength training movements which would help increase muscle mass (which in turn needs energy to maintain itself and leads to a higher metabolism). So now after their workouts, that new muscle is burning calories for them throughout the whole day, helping them to lose weight. Take a couple minutes and think of why and how you work out. In the Fitness Center we have a variety of ways to improve your aerobic capacity, muscular endurance and strength, flexibility, balance and body composition. Try something new next time you visit the gym; more than likely it will help with your overall health and fitness goals.
John Foelber, Fitness Director, is a Certified Personal Trainer and Golf Fitness Instructor (via Titleist Performance Institute). Schedule a session with John by clicking here, or contacting him directly. Fitness training is great for your health and strength, and it can be fun, too! Every personal training client is unique and has different needs and goals. Whether you are trying to improve your overall golf or tennis game, or just trying to live a healthy and pain free lifestyle, your exercise routine will be customized to help you reach and surpass your goals. All sessions are 60 minutes long. Individual Rates $75/session 20 session package: $1,300 Small Group Rates (2 - 3 Members) $47/session/Member MAY 2013 � 17
Tennis
Junior Tennis News!
USTA NEWS
TIM HALTER [HEAD TENNIS PROFESSIONAL]
JULIE SEANEZ [USTA COORDINATOR]
This season, the brightest stars of the Cattail Creek Junior Tennis program have dominated the courts in high school competition. There are a total of 16 juniors representing Cattail at their respective high schools; including nine players from Glenelg High School, three from Glenelg Country School, two from Marriotts Ridge High School, one from Mount St. Josephs, and another from Loyola. Currently, there are two seniors who are committed to playing at the collegiate level. Senior Jordan Portner (check out his spotlight in this month's issue) has committed to Georgetown, and Rachel Hall has also decided to play at Hood College. We congratulate all of our high school athletes for their successes this season, and look forward to continuing to watch them shine at the next level.
Our Spring Adult 18 & Over leagues have gotten off to a great start. For the first time in years, there were no rainouts the first 2 weeks of the season.
Glenelg High School: Jessie Dietz, Maddie Dietz, Mitchell Furst, Matt Forester, Jon Lahmann, Joey Cipolla, Sophia Gambino, Rachel Hall, Lyndsey Mazer.
Intraclub
Glenelg Country School: Jeff Curran, Marcus Sowter, Alex Meyers Mariotts Ridge High School: Cade Buch, Jack Weymer Mount St. Joseph High School: Jordan Portner
The Adult 40 & Over leagues are being organized. We have 3 teams at the 3.0 Women’s level. Interclub
Cattail had its inaugural Montgomery County Green C Interclub match against Norbeck on April 25. Congratulations to Jean Butera and Megan McSally for winning their doubles match! The Foxy Ladies Interclub had its first match against Frederick and came away with a 2-2 tie. Janet Menton and Elaine Yoltay beat their opponents, as did Eileen Dietz and Sherry Slade. In addition to USTA and interclub; the tennis staff will offer several intraclub tennis challenge ladders during late spring and summer. The deadline to sign up has been extended to May 15. Men’s Cattail Creek Challenger Singles League - Click here to sign up for the Men’s Singles Challenge Ladder by May 15.
Loyola Blakefield High School: Mitch Marsden
Women’s 3.5/4.0 Cattail Creek Challenger Women’s Doubles League & Challenger Singles League (all levels) - click here to sign up by May 15.
TENNIS PRO SHOP NEWS
Basic guidelines for the Men’s and Women’s Intraclub Cattail Leagues are as follows:
The Tennis Pro Shop (in the Clubhouse) is now open, on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday between 11:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. This month, the Shop will also be open on Saturday, May 18 from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., and Thursday, May 23 from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. (during Prime Rib Night). Each month going forward, the Tennis Pro Shop will be open on two weekend days (announced at the beginning of the month), from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. in addition to regular Tuesday-Thursday hours. Celia Dahan, Pro Shop Manager, is looking forward to seeing familiar faces and meeting more Members in the coming weeks; she will always be more than willing to help with any special orders when you visit the Shop. The Tennis Racket Shop (in the Pool and Fitness Building) has received the new Wilson and Babolat demos. The Wilson 99S and 105S have been described as “game changers.” The super open Spin Effect 16x15 string pattern allows you to unleash a whole new level of spin. Let us know if you would like to check out one of our demos!
New Junior Mentor Program We recently received a suggestion to set up a mentoring program for our Junior tennis players. The Tennis Staff will begin setting up the program for this summer. If your older Junior would be interested in mentoring a younger Junior, or visa versa, let the Tennis Staff know, and we will make a pair! 18 � CAT TALES NEWSLETTER
• You must complete one match each week scheduled at the convenience of you and your opponent. We will make up the league schedule so you will know which opponent you will be playing each week. • Players contact their opponents each week and set up a convenient time to play their match. • Match format will consist of 2 regular scoring sets, set tiebreak to be played at 6 games all (first to 7 points by 2). If players split the first and second sets, the third set will be a match tiebreak (first to 10 points by 2). • Players who make the playoffs will be determined by match win/loss record. In the event of a tying record, the tiebreak will be the head to head match. • The top 4 players in the challenger round robin will advance to the championship round. • Cattail Creek Challenger League results and standings will be posted weekly.
Tennis
TIM'S TIP OF THE MONTH:
THE GOOD, BAD, & UGLY ARE ALL IMPORTANT IN TENNIS TIM HALTER [HEAD TENNIS PROFESSIONAL] As a tennis coach teaching with repetition, I look for certain signs in players that show me they are improving. A definite indication of improvement is when a player's bad shots begin to go in the court a higher percentage of the time. Strange, huh? Of course, I would also like to see players hit some nice, fluent, classic shots that go in, but I know that when the bad shots are going in, a change has occurred.The player is unconsciously developing a feel for the racket face. A better bad shot? Think of the apparent oxymoron this way. Months before, this same player was missing shots because the ball was too close to him, the ball was slightly too far away, or he had poor mechanics. Most people would think he must correct all of these ugly problems before he can start making the shots. But now, months later, that player is making these same shots by unconsciously manipulating the racket face. The repetition has given him a better feel of the racket face, and he can perform more spontaneously when necessary. That is big-time improvement! I know players who practice to hit the perfect shot, especially those players who do not play at a high level and are still in the learning process.To them, all poor shots mean they did something wrong. Anything short of perfection is just not right and needs an overhaul. But as they improve and their poor shots or their notquite-perfect shots go in a higher percentage of the time, they finally understand this is part of the game. A player must feel his way through a match with good mechanical shots and an arsenal of not-so-good mechanical shots.
When enough practice has been performed, both the good and the not-so-good shots are both connected to a feel. Watch the pros. Really, watch the pros closely and you will see what I am describing. There are not very many perfect swings. Yes, there is a high percentage of perfect results, but those perfect results are hooked to many not-so-perfect shots. The pros are calculating unconsciously, on the spot, and at rocket speed. Whatever they must do to get the ball back, they just do it! Full swings, half swings, partial swings, no swings, whatever! That is the beauty and the fun of the game. Spontaneity through preparation. Recently, one of my players was breaking through to a more spontaneous level of play. I asked her during that time if she was performing everything correctly. She said she did not have the faintest idea. Everything was just happening! I told her she was doing some mechanics right and other mechanics wrong, but it did not matter. Some of the very shots she was missing months ago, the ones she thought needed correcting, were now part of the spontaneous mix. If you do not have a spontaneous mix and you think only in terms of good shots, it is time to rethink. Start thinking like a pro. There is no time to waste; the sooner you put the good, the bad and the ugly into one spontaneous mix, the sooner your game will be cooking!
JUNIOR SPOTLIGHT Member, Jordan Portner started playing tennis when he was eight years old. Starting out, he participated in a few junior clinics and liked to hit with his Dad, but when Joe Mattingly came to Cattail in 2004, Jordan found his first real “coach.” Joe took notice of Jordan’s lefty strokes and mind for the game. It was a great partnership that shortly led Jordan to his first Maryland State Championship in the Boys 10. He joined the Junior Tennis Champions Center at College Park in middle school, and has trained there ever since then, with Joe remaining as a great mentor to Jordan and his family along the way. He has won many State, Mid-Atlantic and National tournaments and is the defending Maryland High School MIAA Singles Champion. Last year, he led Mount St. Joseph to its first MIAA Team Championship in decades. Jordan was heavily recruited by the Georgetown Hoyas and is looking forward to starting his Division I career! MAY 2013 � 19
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CATTAIL CREEK WOMEN'S TENNIS ASSOCIATION TERRI CURRAN, MEMBER [CCWTA PRESIDENT] Thank you everyone who attended our CCWTA Kick-Off Event on Friday, April 26. It was a beautiful night to enjoy our Lower Patio, catch up with old friends, and welcome new friends. With over 60 Members in attendance, we surely had a Kick-Off to remember. Thank you to the wonderful CCWTA committee for their hard work to make this happen, and a special thanks also to our great Tennis Professional Staff, Joe Mattingly, Julie Seanez, Tim Halter, Mike Hardman, and newest member, Celia Dahan! Be sure to introduce yourself to Celia in our new Tennis Pro Shop. We had the Grand Opening on Friday night, and the Shop really looks awesome! Our Tennis Staff graciously donated some great raffle items for the event! Congratulations to our winners: Erin Baehr, Christine Callahan, Jen Noyes, Chari Mellner and Sarah Engel. Be sure to sign up for our upcoming socials! Wiggin Out: Social and Lunch - Friday, May 3 Royal Baby Shower: Social and Lunch - Friday, May 31
SUSHI NIGHT THURSDAY, MAY 9 • 5:00 - 8:30 PM BUFFET wild mushroom & miso soup asian style baby back ribs mango-papaya salad with asian vinaigrette grilled vegetables with sweet chili scallion dressing vegetable fried rice szechuan french beans herb encrusted chicken teriyaki salmon SUSHI STATION assorted sushi wasabi, soy sauce, & pickled ginger DESSERT assorted petits fours carrot cake chocolate cake cookies
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SUSHI BY MATSURI $28 adults $16 kids (7-12) $10 children (4-6) complimentary (1-3)
Fitness
NEW MEMBER FAMILY COCKTAIL PARTY & GOLF MIXER FRIDAY, MAY 24 9 HOLES OPTIONAL (ALL NEW MEMBERS WELCOME) 4:30 PM COCKTAILS ON THE LOWER PATIO 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM Complimentary deluxe hors d’oeuvres & wine. Bar available by signature. Reservations are required. Please note when registering whether you will play golf, and whether we can make you a dinner reservation following the cocktail party. Childcare will be available in the Lower Meeting Room during this event, beginning at 4:00 p.m. (also notable in your registration).
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