Cat Tales June 2014

JUNE 2014

HOLE -IN-ONE HISTORY AT CATTAIL & FUN FACTS! JUST HOW MUCH CAN THE MILL RIVER PROGRAM SAVE YOU? BABYSITTING AT CATTAIL JUNE 2014

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TUESDAY, JUNE 10

FAMILY NIGHT: Join us for an awesome educational and entertaining show!

Shoot a rocket, concoct slime, create foam, make electricity, and more!

INVITE A FRIEND! NON-MEMBER CHILD GUESTS ARE FREE! 5:00 p.m. - Kids' Buffet • 6:30 p.m. - Showtime $15++ Per Member Child

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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 Jim Scalley Shaun Eddy Steve Schrenk Cheryl Guth Mike Jack Scott Segrist Scott Nicholson Eileen Dietz Ray Ignacio COMMITTEES Golf - Scott Segrist | ssegrist@apexhomeloans.com Junior Golf - Scott Allen | sallene3@verizon.net Green - Tom Cole | gtcole1@gmail.com Tennis - Jodi Lahmann | jlahmann15004@gmail.com Membership - Lurdes Abruscato | lurdesabruscato@aol.com Finance - Scott Nicholson | snichlsn@gmail.com House - Steve Schrenk | sschrenk@eqrworld.com Swim Team - Lisa Noss | lap0811@yahoo.com Audit Committee - Shaun Eddy | seddy@swealth.com Compensation Committee - Seth Lee | slee@summittalentgroup.com CCWGA Chair - Amy Caro | amy.caro@ngc.com CCWTA President - Terri Curran | tccurran@aol.com

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 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 John Foelber Fitness Director john@cattailcreekcc.com ext. 248 Alex Justiniani Director of Tennis alex@cattailcreekcc.com ext. 265 Chris Cozzillio Head Tennis Professional chris.c@cattailcreekcc.com ext. 236 Celia Dahan Tennis & Fitness Pro Shop Manager celia@cattailcreekcc.com ext. 390 Sheila Bishoff Tennis Office Manager sheila@cattailcreekcc.com ext. 235 Tom Caswell Executive Chef tom.caswell@cattailcreekcc.com ext. 246 Katie Thompson Communications Director katie.t@cattailcreekcc.com ext. 241 Justin Passero Dining Room Manager justin.passero@cattailcreekcc.com ext. 396 Matt Ault Dining Room Manager matt.a@cattailcreekcc.com ext. 396 Jennifer Turowski Catering Director jennifer@cattailcreekcc.com ext. 234 Rob Anderson Facility Engineer rob.anderson@cattailcreekcc.com ext. 247 CLUB PHONE NUMBERS Main Clubhouse 410.489.4653 Golf Shop 410.489.5224 Tennis Pro Shop 410.989.3683 Green Department 410.489.9178

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contents DEPARTMENTS:

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Manager's Notes

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Clubhouse

of the month

BABYSITTING AT CATTAIL UPCOMING EVENTS WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

11 THE SUMMER GUIDE POOL & CROCS ANNIVERSARY PARTY FATHER’S DAY

20 GOLF BUNKER TO BUNKER HOLE-IN-ONE HISTORY GOLF SHOP NEWS

Pineapple Ginge r $6

Jose Cuervo, Ginger Liquor, Lime Juice, Pineapple Juice, Agave Nectar

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SPORTS SCIENCE DAY JUNIOR TENNIS PROGRAM AT CATTAIL All Junior Golf & Tennis Summer Camps and Clinics are open for online registration. Additionally, the Crocs Swim team is now accepting registration for the 2014 season. Click the

FEATURES:

links below or check out your Sports Book for information about the programs we offer, and find them on the online

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BABYSITTING AT CATTAIL

calendar when you're ready to reserve your spot! www.cattailcreekcc .com/juniortennis

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HOLE-IN-ONE HISTORY AT CATTAIL

www.cattailcreekcc .com/juniorgolf

LYNN SLUPSKI & NIC FLICKINGER

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HOW MUCH DOES THE MILL RIVER PROGRAM SAVE YOU? ELI MIRELES

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General Manager's Notes GREG COLOMBO [GENERAL MANAGER] I have spoken with many Members during my time in the club business, regarding the reasons why they choose to belong to a club.

Most often, I hear that it is their “home away from home.” As all things change, even at country clubs, the new industry buzzword seems to be ‘stay-cation.’

More than ever before, Members view their investment in membership as a year-round vacation with family and friends. They spend time together creating memories at Club events, dinners and host special family celebrations.

Cattail’s summer calendar is packed with events and activities for Members of all ages and interests. Please take a moment to review

General Manager, Greg Colombo, has jumped right in to get to know Members

your Sports Book, and plan to make the most of your stay-cation!

by playing with the CCWGA 9 Hole Morning League, where he earned himself a ‘birdie’ on the tree, and on a Men’s 3.5 USTA team on Sundays. Go Greg!

Many of the changes that have been implemented this season have been made to give our Membership the feeling, and amenities, of being at a resort, but with the personal service and experience that only a private club can provide.

When we meet with our staff at pre-shift meetings before dinner, I emphasize the importance of Member and name recognition, attention to detail, remembering a food allergy or a favorite beverage.

I want our service staff to be friendly, courteous and engaging when interacting with our Membership.

As new staff members arrive at Cattail for the summer season, we are hiring them based upon a positive and friendly attitude to ensure we are delivering that exact experience. The menu can be memorized, but an inherent smile cannot be taught.

See you at the Club!

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SPORTS REPRESENTATIVES WILL BE PRESENT 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM COCKTAILS & APPETIZERS FOUNDER’S LOUNGE JOIN US AFTERWARDS FOR DINNER IF YOUR SCHEDULE PERMITS! CHILDCARE AVAILABLE ($15 PER CHILD + DINNER)

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2014 DATES: TUESDAY, JUNE 17 FRIDAY, JULY 25 FRIDAY, AUGUST 29 FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24 FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 21

Please make an online advance reservation to assist with planning.

You will be asked to note your childcare needs and intent to stay for dinner.

Clubhouse AT THE POOL MONDAYS IN JULY

“hello”

CATTAIL WEBSITE POLL:

June & July Events

Let us know where you want to see the Club expand on social media!

Cattail goes to the dogs Saturday, June 7 Family Night: Mad Science Tuesday, June 10 SCHOOLS {ALMOST} OUT POOL PARTY Friday, June 13 FATHER’S DAY COOKOUT & FISHING Sunday, June 15 MEMBER MINGLE - ON LOWER PATIO! Tuesday, June 17 21st ANNIVERSARY PARTY & FIREWORKS! Saturday, June 28 MOVIE NIGHT AT THE POOL Friday, July 18 TRIVIA NIGHT Saturday, July 19 MEMBER MINGLE Friday, July 25

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Tuesdays are Hopping at the Club & We Have Your Babysitting Needs Covered!

Do you play in the CCWGA 9-Hole Tuesday Morning League? What about the Women’s USTA 3.0 leagues, Cardio Tennis Clinics, or Alex’s ‘Play with the Pro’ clinics on Tuesday mornings? Are you ready to sign up for Tuesday morning Boot Camp sessions?

Go for it! We’ll babysit! You can even stay for the Tuesday lunch buffet after your sport of choice!

Offered in the Meeting Room from 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. on the following dates:

Tuesday, June 24 Tuesday, July 1 Tuesday, July 8

Tuesday, July 15 Tuesday, July 22 Tuesday, July 29

Advance online registration is mandatory. No babies please. $5 per child, per hour, with a cap of $20 per child. Lunch additional; may be ordered from the kids menu. Parent may not leave Club property. No-show reservations will be charged a flat $10 per child.

We Do Wine Right!

Try one of our awesome wine nights BRING YOUR OWN WINE NIGHT Tuesdays now offer ‘Bring Your Own Wine Night’ with a $15 corkage fee. Members are welcome to bring their personal bottle of wine to dinner, so long as it is not a bottle that appears on our wine list.

HALF PRICE WINE NIGHT Every Wedensday we offer Half Price Wine Night.

All of our wine is available to you at 50% off. Bottles of wine over $50 are discounted at $25 off Member price.

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Clubhouse

Go Green!

Go green for a chance to win free pool guest fees all summer! On June 1, we’ll randomly draw one lucky Member who has opted to receive their statements by email only.

SAVE THE DATE: VINO ON THE PATIO FRIDAY, AUGUST 22

The Lower Patio is Back & Better Than Ever!

Matt Ault

[Dining room manager]

With the summer season upon us, and the weather beginning to heat up, the Food & Beverage department is excited to announce we have officially opened the Lower Patio full-time for the season!

With the increased hours, and improved weather, we recognize that many of our Members will be looking for quick food from us on the Lower Patio to take out as they continue their golf game.

Because of this, we have recently begun creating prepackaged food items to take on the run such as ready-to-go chicken salad mix.

Also available, will include tuna salad and shrimp salad. Please remember to use the phone located on #8 to order lunch ahead of the turn! These new additions to our already varied menu on the Lower Patio will simply help us to better serve our Membership and meet their needs-whether that is a quick bite to eat between holes, or a lunch with the family!

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Membership

Welcome, New Members!

THE SMITH FAMILY – UPGRADE! Billy, Carrie, Bradley, Bryan THE GELSO/MCINERNEY FAMILY Phil, Laura, Nick, Katie, Daniel, Megan, Sean THE SHRIVER FAMILY Mike, Marty, Michael THE LISHIA FAMILY Scott, Rosemary, Joseph, Julia THE MILLER/WHALEY FAMILY Timothy, Janet, Savannah THE LESKA FAMILY Martin, Sherri, Grace, Jack

A fun-filled night at the New Member Family Cocktail Party with the Orioles Bird!

THE HENNESSY FAMILY Patrick, Sharon, Michaela, Molly, Cian, Rachel THE WIDNER FAMILY Mike, Melinda, Maddie, Max

Remembering our Friends…

Joan Lins & Jerry O’Donovan JUNE 2014

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the summer guide JUNE 2014

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ALMOST

Party!

Friday, June 13 5:00 p.m. Party begins 6:00 p.m. Buffet opens

WELCOME, ALLYSON! Pool Cafe Manager Intern

Shrimp Quesadillas, Turkey Club Wraps, Roast Beef & Provolone Wraps, Burgers & Turkey Burgers, Chicken Tenders, Macaroni and Cheese, Tomato Caprese with Balsamic Reduction, Garden Salad with Balsamic & Ranch Dressings, Strawberry Slaw, Assorted Chips, Pineapple, Cantaloupe, Strawberries, Cookies and Brownies $19 adult | $12 kids 4-12 | Complimentary kids 3 and under

Music & Games by DJ Larry Adler!

Happy Hour all night by signature: Claude is making Jungle Juice!

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You may recognize Allyson from the Pool last summer working as a Poolside Server.

We are pleased to have her return to Cattail this summer as our Pool Cafe Manager Intern!

Allyson is an enthusiastic hospitality student at Unniversity of Deleware eager to obtain experience in event planning and hospitality management. Welcome to the Cattail team!

The Summer Guide

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Cattail vs. Norbeck Tuesday, June 17 @ Cattail Arrive 4:45 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. | Warm Up 5:00 p.m.

Pasta Pig Out Tuesday, June 24 @ Cattail Arrive 5:15 p.m.

This year, we have expanded the entertainment for the Pool! Stop by and check out our new ping-pong tables and board games!

Relay Carnival Wednesday, June 25 @ Nottingham Arrive 5:00 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. | Warm Up 5:30 p.m.

Cattail vs. Argyle & Team Pictures Thursday, June 26 @ Cattail Arrive 4:30 p.m. | Pictures 5:00 p.m.

Cattail Lollipop Meet (8 & under) Tuesday, July 1 @ Cattail Arrive 4:30 p.m. | Warm Up 5:15 p.m.

Did You Know:

We installed a charging station with USB adapters at the Pool! No need to worry if your electronics die during a day at the Pool, we’ve got you covered!

Cattail vs. Avenel & Lakewood Tuesday, July 8 @ Avenel Arrive 4:45 p.m. | Warm Up 5:15 p.m.

Cattail Inviataional Lollipop (6 & under) Tuesday, July 15 @ Cattail Arrive 4:45 p.m. | Warm Up 5:15 p.m.

Cattail vs. Rolling Road Wednesday, July 16 @ Rolling Road Arrive 4:30 p.m. | Pictures 5:00 p.m.

Movie Night at the Pool Friday, July 18 @ Cattail 7:00 p.m.

Cattail Championship Meet (9 & older) Tuesday, July 22 @ Cattail Arrive 5:00 p.m. | Warm Up 5:15 p.m.

IronMan Swim Meet Thursday, July 24 @ Norbeck Arrive 5:00 p.m. | Warm Up 5:30 p.m.

Norbeck Lollipop Meet Friday, July 23 @ Norbeck Arrive 5:00 p.m. | Warm Up 5:30 p.m.

End of Season Party Saturday, July 26 @ Cattail 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. *Green dates indicate home meets in which the Pool will close to Members at 4:00 p.m.

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The Summer Guide

If you’ve been procrastinating, now is the time to register! Our 21st Anniversary Party & Fireworks are this month and advance online registration is required. We’re expecting another crowd of 1300+ Members and guests!

First Time Attendee?

Here’s what you need to know…

1. Bring your own blankets and lawn chairs. They can be

5. We have a dunk tank, so if you have a brave child, bring

set up on the grassy area behind the Clubhouse at any

a swim suit!

point on Saturday, June 28.

6. Take advantage of advance wristband pick-up; nothing 2. The Anniversary Party is a non-smoking event, even

beats not having to wait in line at the registration desk

outdoors.

when you arrive at the party. This service will be offered in the Tennis & Fitness Pro Shop on the following days:

3. All food and non-alcoholic beverages are included in the cost of the event. All alcoholic beverages must be

Wednesday, June 25

purchased at the Club, outside beverages and coolers are

2:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

not permitted to be brought in.

4. Due to the size of the event, and the significant

Thursday, June 26 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

advance planning required, reservations cancelled within

Friday, June 27

a 48-hour period will be charged 50% per person. Day-of

12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

cancellations and no-show reservations will be charged 100%.

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The 20th Anniversary: watching a beautiful sunset waiting for the fireworks to begin.

6.28.14 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, snow cones, nacho station, popcorn... and more!

9:00 p.m. - Fireworks

Saturday, June 28 Advance online reservations required.

This event does not count towards the quarterly food minimum.

$40++ Adults | $20++ Kids (4-12) | Guests are welcome!

PARTY

GOLF 4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. Play with the Pros 5:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. Cattail Tennis Pro Exhibition 6:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Juniors Carnival for Prizes

10:00 a.m. 18-Hole Shotgun Open to men, women, seniors, and juniors!

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& FISHING DERBY SUNDAY, JUNE 15 • 11:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. Join us for a delux buffet on the lower patio. Bring a blanket if you would like to make a picnic out of the cookout, or grab a table and chairs on the patio As always, we encourage Members with classic or specialty cars, to drive them to the festivities on Father’s Day, and make our parking lot shine!.

Steamed Shrimp, Steamed Mussels in Garlic Butter, Carved Casino Roast, Herb Encrusted Codfish, Baby Back Ribs, Fried Chicken, Macaroni & Cheese, Hot Dogs, Gazpacho Soup, Grilled Vegetable Display, Mini Iceberg Wedges, Herb Roasted Red Fingerling Potatoes, Fresh Fruit Bowl, Biscuits & Cornbread, Cookies, Brownies, Cupcakes, Ice Cream Sandwiches

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$26++ ADULTS • $15++ KIDS 4-12 • COMPLIMENTARY 3 AND UNDER

The Summer Guide

Celebrate Dad on Father’s Day Relax with the family at the Club!

The barbeque-themed buffet, from 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.,

Lastly, we are waving the green flag on fishing for Dad’s

is offered on the Lower Patio, and we kindly request

special day! Feel free to bring your poles and tackle to the

that you make online reservations so we know when to

back pond, and throw in a few lines with the family. For

expect your company.

safety purposes, fishing will be permitted in the area from the back side of the #17 tee to the start of the rock wall.

As always, we encourage Members with classic or specialty cars, to drive them to the festivities on Father’s Day, and

Tag us in your photos!

make our parking lot shine!

Use the Pro Shop’s Inside Knowledge to Wow Dad! If Dad is even a fairly frequent golfer or tennis player, there is a pretty

Father / Child 60-minute golf or tennis lesson gift certificate

good chance that our Golf and Tennis staff know what he has been eyeing up in the Shops recently. Let us help you deliver the awesome surprise of giving him a gift that he really wants!

$80 contact the pro! bob@cattailcreekcc.com alex@cattailcreekcc.com

Celia Dahan,Tennis & Fitness Pro Shop Manager Lauren Burns, Golf Shop Merchandiser JUNE 2014

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Fitness

June Fitness Challenge:

Holding the plank John Foelber [fitness director ]

Planks! June’s fitness challenge is just as simple as April’s squat hold but also just as hard. Performing a plank exercise will help strengthen your core muscles, tighten up your stomach, arms and legs and also increase your general muscular endurance.

To perform a plank correctly…

1. Lie in a prone (stomach down) position 2. Bring your elbows under your shoulders with your forearms on the ground 3. Lift your body up supporting your weight just on your toes and forearms 4.Your whole body should be straight with your neck slightly extended 5. Hold as long as you can!

What it should look like

What to avoid

Body straight, back flat, hips level, head up

Hips are too high in the air, neck is not extended and..

What counts and what doesn’t

What to avoid

Start timing yourself once you get set and try to hold as long

Back is arched, shoulders have collapsed

as possible, stop timing when you can’t hold any longer. Any movements such as rocking back and forth or up and down with your hips, stretching out your arms, dipping your body to briefly rest or any other movement, mark the end of that attempt. It really is simple, hold the plank position as long as you can, mark your efforts on the record keeping sheet in the Fitness Center and try to beat your best time.

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Thank You For Your Support!

The Cattail Creek Management Team would like to thank our amazing Members for helping us host two very special events this spring.

Rally for the Cure and the American Junior Golf Association Tournament would not of been possible without your support! THANK YOU!

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Golf

LYNN SLUPSKI [Membership Marketing Director] & NIC FLICKINGER [First Assistant Golf Professional] Few hold claim to what can be considered one of the most rewarding accomplishments for a golfer – the elusive hole-in-one.

Some excellent golfers never experience the thrill associated with making an ace, while other lucky souls seem to have a knack for sinking the ball right into the cup, racking up multiple holes-in-one in their lifetimes.

At Cattail, we have a ‘Hole-in-One Club’ to celebrate Members who make an ace here on their home course. Notice of the feat is posted on our Facebook page and printed in the monthly newsletter, signs are put up on the Clubhouse and Lower Patio bars, and the Member gets permanent recognition in the form of a plaque on the appropriate board on our ‘Walk of Fame’ in the lower level of the Main Clubhouse.

Best of all, all Golf Members who are at the Club on a day that a fellow Member makes a hole-in-one, receive a complimentary house drink from the bar. Then at the end of the year, each Golf Member is billed $1 per hole-in-one made that year to cover the cost of the drinks. This is a time-honored Cattail tradition.

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Current Members who have had an

ace at The Creek

Anderson, Jeff Ashburn, Stan Bachrach, George Banas, Rob Bittner, Jeb Breidenstein, Tim Brophy, Sue Brown, Michael Buch, Bennett Bullard, Bob Butera, Larry Callahan, Steve Carey, Greg Cassity, Ed Cole, Nancy Colvard, Ben Cox, Michael Cristaldi, Joe Darnell, Susan Davis, Brad Deltuva, Bob Down, Phil Dubbe, Gina Dudley, Jim Duncan, Jim Dunn, Joe

Forester, Matthew Giannopoulos, Nancy Gough, Dan Guth, Cheryl Hardy, Byron Harper, Jim Healy, Chris Hildebrand, Fred Hogarty, John Holcomb, Don Jolly, John Jorgenson, John Kaufman, Nancy Kim,Young Ja Kopp, Dave Kuhns, Dave Kunkle, Rick Kunkle, Fran Laake, Pete Martin, Jeff Mazer, Steve McKee, Thom McShane, Neil Michaelson, Wendy O’Donoghue, Colton Ogden, David

Poling, Greg Popielarczyk, Kevin Raker, Jim Rappaport, Ross Ray, Bob Rosato, Tom Rosato, Barbara Sachs, Chuck Scalley, Jimmy Seidel, Jerry Selfridge, Jim Shapiro, Shannon Shariff, Zack Shigo, Scott Slack, Buddy Smart-Hoffman, Elaine Smith, Joie Spector, Harry Stewart, Jim Taylor, Jeff Valenze, Chris Volley, Beau Weber, Steve White, John Wolf, Rasamee

Golf

Ace Accolades!

Closest together:

Staff Holes-in-One (not necessarily made at Cattail)

Gina Dubbe; six days apart on May 16 & May 22, 2001.

Bob Wampler, Head Golf Professional: 1

“I took off a week for my 40th birthday. The first hole-in-one was with the CCWGA Wednesday night league while having a cocktail with the girls. Then my husband and I played a couple days later

Nic Flickinger, First Assistant Golf Professional: 4 John Foelber, Fitness Director: 1 Executive Chef, Tom Caswell: 2

and started on the back nine. We couldn’t see the hole from the

“My first hole-in-one was at the age of 14. I was playing with some

tee; when we got to the green, it was in the cup. Turning 40 wasn’t

friends at Springbrook golf course in Illinois. There were two

so bad. However, that was 13 years ago!”

couples playing ahead of us. They, along with my group, watched the ball go in. I was stunned, and they were more excited than me!

Most at Cattail:

They went into the clubhouse after the round and told the golf pro

Bob Deltuva; four!

what transpired because they didn’t think the pro would believe a

“My first hole-in-one was on #13 from the blue tees about 190

14-year-old.” -Tom Caswell, Executive Chef

yards with a 7 wood. My second was also on #13 from the white tees about 175 yards with a 5 iron. This one was during the ‘Husband and Wife Tournament.’ The Head Pro, Greg Stark, was

First hole-in-one at Cattail:

there and I was raising hell with him because the hole was backed

Helen Yungmann; April 7, 1993 on #16

up and the tees were back far which didn’t seem right to me during a mixed tournament. Well, it worked out ok.

My next two were on #3 and #16 about a month apart. The only

Six couples have each made at least one: The Lohmann’s, Kunkle’s, Frame’s, Deltuva’s, Rosato’s and Burns’

one I don’t have a hole-in-one on is #8, but my wife had her only hole-in-one there.”

Sank one during first season as a Cattail Member: Jim Duncan on #13 in 2006

First of 2014!

This newsletter nearly went to print with us still awaiting our first ace of the year! Luckily, Larry Butera came through, and sank his first hole-in-one on #13 on Memorial Day. Congratulations L.B!

FUN FACTS

Holes-in-One made by Members at Cattail By all past and present Members: 159 77 By current Members: 127 By men: 32 By women: 2 By juniors: 19 Two or more by an individual: 4 Three or more by an individual: 1 Four by an individual: Multiple in one year by an individual: 4 34 On #3: 59 On #8: 37 On #13: 29 On #16: Year with the most: 2001; 17 made 7.85 Average aces made each year:

Larry Butera getting tackled by his wife after sinking the ace!

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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 11

CHASING THE SUNSET

WOMEN’S GOLF

INVITATIONAL presented by the twilight league member-guest or member-member 4:00 PM • REGISTRATION 5:00 PM • 9-HOLE SHOTGUN DINNER FOLLOWING GOLF (SALAD, CHOICE OF ENTREE - CHICKEN, SALMON, OR STIR-FRY DISH, AND ASSORTED DESSERTS)

DRINKS BY SIGNATURE

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Golf

BUNKER to BUNKER BOB Wampler

[Head golf professional ]

A Tradition of Excellence: The Gentlemen’s Invitational The Gentlemen’s Invitational at Cattail Creek has earned a reputation for being one of the best multi-day Member-Guest tournaments in the region. Unlike many of our Club events, the Invitational requires little to no advertising or promotion. The event is a consistent sell-out with a lengthy waitlist. Members who register but who are not selected via the random lottery for the current year are guaranteed a spot in the field for the following year.

This event serves as a summer highlight for Members and staff alike, and is an opportunity to connect with old friends, fellow Members, and to showcase the Club at the highest level.

Throughout my career, I have been fortunate to be a part of numerous Member-Guest Tournaments at elite clubs across the country; each one being unique in its own way. I can say from experience that our event at Cattail is truly special.

If you are registered to play in this year’s event, I promise we are committed to making the 2014 Gentlemen’s Invitational the best one yet. We hope that you are just as excited as we are!

The Golf Shop will remain open throughout the Invitational weekend, and below are the Course and Range operational hours for those not playing in the event; please let us know if we can assist in securing you a tee time elsewhere: Thursday, June 19 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Driving Range Open

Friday, June 20 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Driving Range Open

Saturday, June 21 2:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Driving Range Open

4:30 p.m.

Golf Course Opens (approximate)

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Golf

GREEN REPORT CHRIS HARRIMAN

[GOLF COURSE SUPERINTENDENT]

You will start to notice the weed, Poa annua turning off color on the greens, tees, fairways and approaches. The Poa is exhausted from setting a seed so we now attack it with growth regulators that allow the more desirable bentgrass and ryegrass to fill in over top.

Mother Nature is finally being nice to us! Sufficient rains have

We also ask that you please adhere to the cart rules posted in the

meant that very minimal irrigation has been needed, allowing us to

roof of your cart and make nice gradual turns out of the fairways

focus on mowing and detail work. Cool temperatures have helped

and back to the cart path. With the new recycled plastic tees we

push roots deep into the aerification holes we created earlier this

are using this year, there really is no reason why there should be

spring. It is easy to see how the Course has firmed up while the

any tees left on the tee boxes. All of these small details help keep

turf has remained healthy. Our strong root system and nutrition

the Course in great shape, and we certainly appreciate your help.

will soon be put to the test this summer.

We are well under way with the permitting process for the new We look forward to polishing off the Golf Course over the next few

Short Game Area. Over 100,000 square feet of sod has been put

weeks. This means detail work like divots, weeding and weedeating

on reserve at the sod farm on the eastern shore. We have also

will take the driver’s seat before all of our tools become hoses for

made our own ryegrass intermediate cut nursery on the right

watering in July and August. Our main concern will still be keeping

side of #10. Many aspects of the project will come together in

the Course healthy and playing firm and true.

preparation and planning, but for now, our main focus remains on ensuring the Golf Course is in great shape for the summer ahead

Please continue to fix your ballmarks on the greens and replace your divots when possible. If your ballmark has soil visible after

I would like to thank everyone for their feedback and accolades this

you have ‘fixed’ it, you probably did not repair it correctly. Check

spring. Our success relies on your support and trust, and we look

out page 29 of the Newsletter to see picture for some helpful aid.

forward to improving exponentially as time rolls on. We will see you on the Course!

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Upcoming Events MEN’S GUEST DAY Wednesday, June 4 COUPLES NINE & DINE (babysitting available!) Friday, June 6 WOMEN’S GOLF INVITATIONAL Wednesday, June 11 GENTLEMEN’S GOLF INVITATIONAL Thursday, June 19 - Saturday, June 21 MEN’S TWILIGHT Thursday, June 26 ANNIVERSARY GOLF EVENT Saturday, June 28 MEN’S GUEST DAY: KEGS & EGGS Wednesday, July 9

Swing a Broom to Improve Release Ricky Serrano

[Director of Instruction ]

One of the most common problems I notice when teaching, is a student’s inability to ‘release,’ or ‘square’ the clubface, at impact.

The feeling is difficult to obtain because the club is moving with incredible speed as it approaches the ball.

The following drill will train your hands, wrists and arms to instinctively rotate the clubface into square position at the critical moment.You’ll better be able to release the club properly and more efficiently, and it will strengthen and improve the performance of the big muscles in your legs, hips, side and back.

Procedure: 1. Rest a broom sideways on the ground.

2. Make your swing, allowing the broom to fan open on the back swing.

3. On the downswing, you will feel the broom offer plenty of resistance coming from behind you; proof that you are swinging along an inside path.

4. In addition to making full swings, throw the broom at your target from time to time. This will force you to rotate your hands and forearms as in a real swing.

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Golf

Savvy Shopping & Savings in Pro shops do you know how much your mill river discount is saving you?

ELI MIRELES

[ASSISTANT GOLF PROFESSIONAL & GOLF APPAREL MODEL]

Cattail’s Mill River discount program, offered in both the Golf Shop and the Tennis & Fitness Pro Shop, provides amazing discounts on both in-stock, and special-ordered, merchandise. Retail stores charge you outrageous prices for items that we carry, or that we can easily special order. Members, and

Maui Jim Sunglasses Style Long Beach – MJ-240-17-B

Our Price $210 Maui Jim Website Price $319

their guests, are welcome to take advantage of our Mill River pricing which averages only 15-20% over the Club’s cost.

Peter Millar Silk Tie Our Price $50 Nordstrom Price $95

Peter Millar Dress Shirt

“Nanoluve” Regular Fit Easy Care

Our Price $65 Nordstrom Price $145

Polo Ralph Lauren Vest Half Zip Tournament Pony

Our Price $60 Polo Ralph Lauren Website Price $97.50

Peter Millar Belt Braided Stretch

Our Price $40 Peter Miller Website Price $98.50

Nike Men’s Modern Fit Tech Pant Our Price $55 Golf Galaxy Price $80

Allen Edmonds Verona II Bit Loafer Our Price $235 Nordstrom Price $350

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Footjoy Socks ProDry Crew Our Price $8 Golf Galaxy Price $10

Golf

Men’s Guest Days WEDNESDAY, JULY 9

· 8:00 A.M. BREAKFAST · 9:00 A.M. SHOTGUN

MEN’S GOLF GUEST DAY

Wednesday, June 4 (approaching sell-out) Wednesday, July 9 “Kegs and Eggs” Wednesday, August 6 Wednesday, September 24 Wednesday, October 15

AND Fairway Feats!

Larry Butera made his first ever Hole in One on Memorial Day. One best ball of four. 90% handicap; gross & net divisions

Hole #13 – 170 yards, 7 iron

110++ per player includes tee gift, cart, golf, breakfast (premium bloody mary bar & crushes) and lunch, beverage cart, open bar, and prizes.

Rule of the Month

TYLER CHAPLIN

[ASSISTANT GOLF PROFESSIONAL]

Q. An opponent or fellow-competitor, who

purpose of preventing A’s ball from going beyond the

is attending the flagstick for a player, fails

flagstick, B is in breach of Rule 1-2, and loses the hole

to remove it; player’s ball strikes flagstick.

in match play, or incurs a two-stroke penalty in stroke

(17-3/2)

play, whether the ball strikes the flagstick or not. In stroke play, if the ball struck the flagstick and as a result

A’s ball lies on the putting green. A requests B, his

A suffered significant advantage or disadvantage, then

opponent or fellow-competitor, to attend the flagstick,

the Committee could consider B to have committed

and B complies. A putts and B fails to remove the

a serious breach of Rule 1-2, the penalty for which

flagstick.A’s ball strikes the flagstick.What is the ruling?

is disqualification. Whether or not B has committed a serious breach of Rule 1-2, in stroke play, if A’s ball

A. If B failed to remove the flagstick for the purpose

struck the flagstick, in equity (Rule 1-4), A must replay

of causing A to incur a penalty, B is disqualified, in both

the stroke without penalty – see Note 2 to Rule 1-2.

match play and stroke play, under Rule 33-7, for taking

If B’s failure to remove the flagstick was not deliberate

an action contrary to the spirit of the game. In stroke

(e.g., the flagstick stuck in the hole-liner or B was

play, in equity (Rule 1-4), A must replay the stroke

distracted and did not see A putt), since B was acting

without penalty.

on A’s behalf, A incurs a penalty of loss of hole in match play or two strokes in stroke play under Rule

If B’s failure to remove the flagstick was with the intent

17-3. A must play the ball as it lies. B incurs no penalty.

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save the date:

PARENT/CHILD

GLOW BALL

Thursday, June 26 | 5:30 p.m. Shotgun A relaxing Thursday evening of 9-hole golf; open to all male Golf Members; feild limited to 40 players; $20 cash entry; pot awarded to winners

GLOWING GOLF & DINNER.

Golf Shop News

Sunday, August 24

LAUREN BURNS [Golf Shop Merchandiser]

School is almost out, which means that now is a great time to stock

Adidas has the best selection for junior shoes. They offer the jr.

up on summer essentials for Juniors from the Golf Shop! From

adizero shoe, which is one of few that have spikes for traction and

watching our fireworks to attending a golf camp, we have outfits

abrasion resistance. Their jr. adicross is also popular; it is spikeless

for every occasion.

and sports a classic adidas-inspired design. Juniors will feel both comfortable and hip while on the course!

Garb is currently my favorite company for juniors. Based out of Denver, Colorado, Garb only makes junior clothing, and they are

We also have the absolute cutest FootJoy FirstJoy baby shoes!

clearly specialists in this arena, committed to dressing juniors in the

Offered in both pink and blue, these keepsakes will be a big hit at

high quality clothing that you would want for yourself.

any baby shower.

Garb has youth, toddler, and infant divisions for sizing and we

For your little Rickie Fowler or Lexi Thompson, we offer a limited

currently stock their youth and infant items. The current color

selection of in-stock Puma junior clothing and accessories. Whereas

story is an adorable purple and blue for girls, and a very sharp blue

other belts are leather and cannot be adjusted, Puma’s web belts

and green for boys. Shorts and pants with adjustable waists and

are made of polyester and can easily be cut to size. They come in

tech polyester/spandex skorts are great features for ever-growing

the bright colors Puma is known for, and as always, we are able to

young golfers! I especially love the trendy prints that Garb has

special order any sizes or styles that are not currently offered in

been coming out with which will ensure that your Cattail junior

the Shop.

receives all the compliments!

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For the first time, Garb has an infant collection! They are offering sizes 3M (0-3M), 6M (3-6M), 12M (6-12M), and 18M (12-18M). All of the pieces have the Cattail logo, so even youngsters can be a part of the Cattail family. From onesies with collars to adorable cotton dresses, the little one in your life is sure to be the best dressed.

Golf All you need to know:

Correctly Filling Your Ballmarks CHRIS HARRIMAN

[GOLF COURSE SUPERINTENDENT]

Any mark that was caused by a ball and that you can see right now on a green, was fixed incorrectly. The combination of the health of the turf and our cultural practices, at the current time, ensure that 99% of ballmarks can be fixed to achieve a smooth and invisible result.

Follow these 8 simple steps to fill your BallMarks:

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4.

5.

6.

7.

8.

1. Locate your ballmark.

2. Start at the high side of the mark.

3. Push in towards the center.

4. Work your way around the high side pushing towards the middle of the mark.

5. Move to the low side.

6. Touch up the outside, still pushing in.

7. Tap lightly.

8. The ‘perfect’ end result.

babysitting available! $5 per child & cost of dinner

couples nine + dine

friday, june 6 | 5:00 p.m. happy hour at the Range | 5:30 p.m. shotgun JUNE 2014

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SATURDAYS DURING THE SEASON APRIL 19 | MAY 17 | JUNE 21 | JULY 19 AUGUST 16 | SEPTEMBER 13

4:00 P.M. TENNIS ON THE COURTS

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Please join us for this one-of-a-kind Round Robin format!

The only rule is, you and your partner’s age must amount to100 years or more!

Tennis

Tennis Anniversary Event:

21 Years And Going Strong!

ALEX JUSTINIANI [DIRECTOR OF TENNIS]

Cattail will celebrate its 21st anniversary at our annual party, which this year falls on Saturday, June 28.

As part of the tradition, the Golf and Tennis departments offer fun events during the day that lead up to the big party and fireworks later in the evening.

The tennis courts will be filled with plenty of match play, contests,

switch partners and opponents multiple times as you play. This

and prizes for juniors and adults all day. This year’s exhibition

event is open to all levels and abilities as long as you can serve and

match will truly be a showcase of top talent from players across

play out a point. Don’t miss out, this could be the year you beat the

the country competing with you own Cattail Creek professionals!

Tennis Pro! Register online.

Below, are detailed descriptions of each aspect of the Tennis Anniversary events; we hope to see you out there, and Happy Anniversary!

Exhibition Match 5:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

This year’s exhibition match will be one-of-a-kind, and you

Play with the Pros 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

definitely don’t want to miss it! It will feature former ATP and

Come out and try your luck against your Cattail Creek Tennis

the country, playing with your very own Tennis Professionals. We

Professionals, and top junior players in the nation. We will be

will play a traditional game and some other fun and exciting tennis

playing a round robin style format, which means that you will

games. They guarantee high entertainment value! No registration

WTA players, as well as new and up-and-coming top juniors in

necessary; just grab a Jungle Juice and come out and watch.

Junior Tennis Carnival 6:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

For our last event of the evening, we will offer a carnival which will include ball machine challenges, target competitions and a serving speed contest. All junior players of all ages and abilities are encouraged to participate. Prizes will be earned as they try to win challenges. Online registration encouraged, but not necessary.

Click here to register!

2014 BALL MACHINE MEMBERSHIPS STILL AVAILABLE Put your balls away, please!

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Sports Science Day:

A New Way to Look at Tennis ALEX JUSTINIANI [DIRECTOR OF TENNIS] We are honored to welcome a very special guest

I have personally been working with Dr. Hunfalvay

speaker to Cattail Creek on Saturday, June 14.

for the past few years, and every time I am privileged

Dr. Melissa Hunfalvay, a good friend of mine,

to work with her, I always learn something new

and I, will team up to offer Cattail Creek’s first

that I can apply to my own game and instruction.

“Sports Science Day.” Dr. Hunfalvay is from the

We will be conducting drills that will incorporate

Institute of Sports Science, and she has helped

mental toughness, anticipation, and balance.

many players from various sports, achieve better anticipation by training the human eye to look

If you would like more information on this clinic

for the proper queues while in action.

before registering, please contact me at alex@ cattailcreekcc.com. You can also check out Dr.

Combining a short off-court demonstration with

Hunfalvays latest venture “Righteye” by visiting the

on-court drills, this one-of-a-kind tennis clinic

website www.righteye.com.

will open your eyes and take your game to the next level.

SATURDAY, JUNE 14

FOR ADULTS & JUNIORS WITH GUEST SPEAKER: DR. MELISSA HUNFALVAY

Interactive sessions combing a lecture and on-court instruction designed for both adults and juniors!

Tennis EVENING SOCIAL COUPLES EVENT

Friday, July 11 | 6:00 p.m. tennis Dinner by signature to follow with Red & White Wine Flights!

Register here!

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BIG BANG TENNIS FRIDAY, JUNE 6 9:30 AM TENNIS WITH LUNCH TO FOLLOW

Upcoming Events CCWTA MORNING SOCIAL: BIG BANG Friday, June 6 MIXED DOUBLES HAPPY HOUR Fridays: June 6, June 27

Mixed Doubl es Happy Hour

SPORTS SCIENCE GUEST SPEAKER & CLINIC Saturday, June 14

June 6, 27 | July 18 | 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

MEN’S BEER & BALLS Sundays: June 8, June 15, June 22, June 29

Bring another partner of the opposite sex, or we

CENTENNIAL DOUBLES EVENT Saturday, June 21

will pair you up for this fun Tennis social.

HAPPY HOUR FOLLOWING TENNIS DRINKS OPTIONAL BY SIGNATURE JUNE 2014

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REGISTER ONLINE!

ANNIVERSARY TENNIS EVENT Saturday, June 28

Tennis

USTA

1 0 & U nder T ennis

SHEILA BISHOFF

GRIPS T ennis P rogram

[TENNIS OFFICE MANAGER]

10 and Under Tennis Can you imagine sending your child out to play baseball for the first time with the same sized bat and ball they use in the major leagues? Of course not.Yet, until recently, young players have used adultsized racquets and yellow tennis balls to play on the same sized courts that are used at the US Open.

10 and Under Tennis follows the same logic as other youth sports

swing path for each stroke as well as learning the basic footwork

like baseball or soccer: kid-sized courts and kid-sized equipment.

patterns and stances.

The benefits are immediate.Within an hour, kids are rallying, having

The 60 Orange format is played on a 60-by-21-foot court, with

fun, and are psyched for more.They’re playing real tennis and having

an orange ball and a 23- to 25-inch racquet. Players in this format

real fun.

are developing more advanced stroke technique, greater court

With racquets, balls and courts sized to fit their needs and abilities,

coverage and improved recognition skills.

kids will feel successful right from the start. Research shows that

Drills & Games

when it comes to sports, kids just want to have fun. Our 10 &

10 & Under drills are designed to focus on agility, balance, and

Under Tennis teaching program follows protocols recommended

coordination. We follow the “play to learn” concept rather than

by the USTA.The drills and exercises we do are specifically designed

“learn to play.”

for children ages 10 and under, to provide an optimal experience.

In our 4-6 age group, games and drills are a combination of specific

When watching some of the drills, you might ask, “What does that

prep skills that need to be developed: running, jumping, skipping,

have to do with tennis?” but we assure you that all of the drills, skills

twisting, turning, sliding, throwing, catching, hitting, kicking, reaction

and games have been researched and created to help your child love

and tracking skills. In many instances, we practice without our

to play on the courts, learn the game, and develop great skills.

racquet to ensure success when using the racquet.

Formats

In our 7-9 age group, we further develop skills to include: flexibility,

The 36 Red format is played on a 36-by-18 foot court, with a red

running forward and backwards, throwing overhand, catching with

foam or red felt ball and 19- to 23-inch racquet. Players in this

one or both hands and core strength. Ideally, we work on gross

format are being introduced to the proper grip, preparation and

motor skills and use rally and play based games to help develop the skills.

[When it comes to sports, kids just want to have fun!]

The GRIPS Program is an evaluation tool to help parents and coaches identify a player’s proper skill level.

There are five easy steps to the GRIPS Program: #1 Print & Use your Drills: Each Grips color level has its own

#4 Take Your On-Court Test: Once you’ve passed your

specifically designed and selected set of drills for you to practice

knowledge test, you’re eligible to take your on-court skills test with

on the court. Many of our Cattail Members will do these drills in

a GRIPS certified tester.

clinics and lessons offered by our Professional staff, but you can certainly practice on your own too.

#5 Practice/Test/Pass: If you don’t pass your test, it’s okay!

Get immediate feedback from your tester so that when you go

#2 Hit the Web Site: While you’re off-court, there’s still plenty

practice, you can focus on the skill(s) that you had trouble with.

to do! Your player dashboard is packed with articles and tips aimed

The cool thing about testing is that the more frequently you do it,

at preparing you to move to the next level.

the better and better you get!

#3 Take Your Knowledge Test: Don’t worry, it’s not too

Check out more on their website

hard!

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