CHARLOTTE
GENERAL MANAGER A LETTER FROM THE
Dear Members,
Summer is definitely in full swing here at Charlotte Country Club, seen in full tee sheets and a bustling pool deck. The season started strong with golf tournaments and another successful year of swim team in our beautiful pool complex. Watching members enjoy all of the Club's facilities is a wonderful site to see.
This year's campus updates continue to progress as we witness the construction of the Indoor Tennis Facility and the Mack Ferguson Golf Facility. I am anxiously awaiting the completion of these projects and the ways they will greatly enhance the member experience at Charlotte Country Club.
We have had a busy year so far at the Club and we expect the trend to continue with our extended pool hours this season and the incredible condition of our golf course and tennis facilities. As you will find in this issue, we have several club events coming up, including a Napa vs. Sonoma Wine Tasting, and a handful of events taking advantage of our wonderful pool complex including a 4th of July Pool Party and Sunday Splash events, just to name a few! Our Golf and Tennis calendars are lively this summer as well, with member favorite events such as the Golf Member-Member Tournament and a new Ladies' Golf and Tennis Mix Sticks Event.
In addition to details on all our upcoming events, you will also find tips from the tennis pro to strengthen your mental game, the recipe for pool snack bar member favorite Summer Ceviche, and helpful information on Club safety, campus facility hours of operation, and more!
Please never hesitate to reach out to me or a member of my team if you have any feedback, suggestions, or information you'd like to share in the next issue.
I look forward to seeing you enjoy your Club this Summer!
Respectfully,
Priscilla Eich GM/COO
ANNOUNCEMENTS
MEET YOUR NEW MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE CHAIR
We are excited to announce that Mr. Ernest Barry has taken over as the new Membership Committee Chair. When writing your applicant letters of support, please be sure to address them to:
Mr. Ernest Barry, Membership Chair 2465 Mecklenburg Ave Charlotte, NC, 28205
Thank you, Mr. Martin Godwin, Mr. Paul Bell, and Mr. De Cordell for your service to the Membership Committee!
Replacing these gentlemen are Mr. Bryan Estes, Mr. Conor Murphy, and Mr. John McAlister.
SAFETY REMINDERS
As a Club, we are working hard to create a campus that is as safe as possible. In light of recent events in and around our Club we wanted to share with our members steps that have been taken to ensure your safety.
We have engaged a security consultant, Chris Swecker, to further analyze and improve our campus security and safety procedures. The presence of CMPD officers on CCC grounds has been increased with both morning and evening shifts. We have also included additional procedures in our communications plan for emergency situations, including a direct line for all staff to access our on-campus CMPD officer at all times.
In the event of an emergency, we want to remind members to first call 911, then find a CCC team member who will help to alert our on campus officer.
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DINING HOURS OF OPERATION
THE PORCH
Monday | Closed
Tuesday - Saturday | 11:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sunday | 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
THE GRILL & PATIO
Sunday - Tuesday | Closed
Wednesday - Saturday | 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
THE OAK BAR
Sunday - Tuesday | Closed
Wednesday - Saturday | 5:00 - 11:00 p.m.*
*Kitchen closes at 9:00 p.m.
MEN'S LOCKER ROOM
Monday | Closed
Tuesday | 11:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.*
*Kitchen closes at 3:00 p.m.
Wednesday - Saturday | 11:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Sunday | 11:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.*
*Bar service only, no food
TENNIS HOURS OF OPERATION
TENNIS SHOP
Monday - Thursday | 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Saturday - Sunday | 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
OUTDOOR COURTS
Monday - Sunday | 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.
FAMILY CENTER HOURS OF OPERATION
TREEHOUSE
| JUNE - AUGUST 19
Monday | Closed
Tuesday | 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Wednesday - Thursday | 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
& 5:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Friday - Saturday | 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
& 5:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Sunday | 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
GAME ROOM | JUNE
- AUGUST 19
Monday | 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday - Saturday | 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sunday | 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
POOL HOURS OF OPERATION
THROUGH AUGUST 18
Tuesday - Saturday | 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Sunday - Monday | 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Pool Snack Bar
Tuesday - Sunday | 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
AUGUST 19 - 29 (part time hours)
Monday - Friday | 12:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Saturday - Sunday | 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Pool Snack Bar
The Express Menu will be open. The Pool will operate under full time hours during the Labor Day Weekend
SEPTEMBER 3 - SEPTEMBER 15
Monday - Friday | Closed
Saturday - Sunday | 12:00 - 5:00 p.m.
The Express Menu will be open.
AUGUST 19 - SEPTEMBER 2
Monday - Friday | 6:00 - 8:00 a.m.
Early morning Lap Swim Thursdays | 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Water Aerobics
GOLF HOURS OF OPERATION
GOLF SHOP
Monday | Closed Tuesday - Sunday | 7:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
GOLF HOUSE
Monday | Closed Tuesday - Sunday | 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
GOLF COURSE
Monday | Closed Tuesday - Sunday | 8:00 a.m.
PRACTICE FACILITY
Monday | 1:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
(closed on the last Monday of each month)
Tuesday - Saturday | 7:30 a.m. - Dusk
Sunday | 7:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
MEMBERSHIP
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
We are pleased to welcome the following new members and their families to Charlotte Country Club! The Governing Board, members, and team members at CCC extend a warm welcome to:
Mr. Drew Cawthorne & Mrs. Tara Cawthorne
Resident Associate Children: Claire, Mary
Mr. William DaSilva & Mrs. Katherine DaSilva
Junior
Children: William
Mr. Cody Keith
Junior
Mr. Jason Kon & Mrs. Addison Kon
Resident Associate
Children: Blanton, Elliot, Calder
Mr. Coleman Lyons & Mrs. Sarah Lyons
Resident Associate
Children: Coleman, Wesley, Eleanor, Owen
Mr. Will Moore & Mrs. Crystal Moore
Junior
Children: William, Mary Keyes, Watson
Mr. Will Runkle & Mrs. Martha Runkle
Resident Associate
Children: William, Henry, Betsy
Mr. Aiken Reeves & Mrs. Eloise Reeves
Resident Associate
Children: Susan
Mr. Scott Simonton & Mrs. Elizabeth Simonton
Resident Associate Children: Eleanor, Lillian, Merritt
Mr. Patrick Szyperski & Mrs. Austin Szyperski
Junior
Children: Helen, Louisa
Mr. Ted Williams & Mrs. Lindsey Williams
Resident Associate
Children: Watt, Slane, Mae
Members were accepted into membership March - May
MEMBERSHIP MILESTONES
Congratulations to our members who have added another decade to their membership tenure this spring! We hope these past 10 years have been truly special. These membership anniversaries occurred between April and June.
50th Membership Anniversary
Mrs. Dorothy Cranz
Mr. Raymond J. Grodzicki
Mr. & Mrs. Russell E. Wentz
40th Membership Anniversary
Mr. & Mrs. George Montague, II
Mr. & Mrs. Luther Blythe
Mr. & Mrs. Peirce Ward, III
Mr. & Mrs. Douglas K. Anderson
Ms. Eloise T. Bibb
30th Membership Anniversary
Mr. & Mrs. William Thomas
Mr. & Mrs. Weston Andress
Mr. & Mrs. William H. Sturges
Mr. & Mrs. John Stedman Jr.
20th Membership Anniversary
Mr. & Mrs. Jay Bilas
Mr. & Mrs. Edmund Durden
Mr. & Mrs. Roderick Newton, II
10th Membership Anniversary
Mr. & Mrs. Edwin Griffin
Mr. & Mrs. Parks Lineberger
Mrs. Hillary Maclean-Wilks & Mr. Whit Wilks
Mr. & Mrs. Brooke Pitts
Mr. & Mrs. Copeland Cherry
Mr. & Mrs. Michael Fischer
Dr. & Mrs. Henry Fleishman
Mr. & Mrs. Judson McAdams, Jr.
Ms. Ellen Rankin
2024 SPRING MEMBERSHIP APPLICANTS
Below are our newest applicants that were added to our Prospective Applicant List this spring (April-June). Thank you to all our members who are sponsoring an applicant for membership.
Tim Baier
Darby Burke
Alex Butler
Thomas Ewing
Chandler King
Elizabeth Murphy
Stephen Pandos
* indicates legacy applicant
Currently, we have 138 applicants on the prospective invitation list (as of print date).
To see the full list of applicants and their photos, please visit the CCC website’s sponsorship page.
MEMBER PASSINGS
Please help us remember our members who we lost this summer. Our deepest condolences go out to their loved ones.
Mr. Julian Clark
Mr. R. Stuart Dickson
STAFF NEWS
SUMMER INTERNS
Bell Golf Intern McDonough, GA
Race Irvin Agronomy Intern Swainsboro, GA
Slade Rebeles Agronomy Intern Woodstock, GA
Birmingham, AL
Carson Liebtrau Clubhouse Intern Fort Myers, FL
Griffin Robertson Agronomy Intern Atlanta, GA
NJ
Tatum Newberry Clubhouse Intern Broken Arrow, OK
Charlotte, NC
Harrison
Charlie Campbell Golf Intern
Eric Daley Clubhouse Intern Madison,
Luke Forbes Golf Intern Alabaster, AL
Victoria Nock Youth Activities Intern Charlotte, NC
Jackson Slayton Golf Intern
Nick Suminguit Golf Intern Charlotte, NC
Ella Thompson Youth Activities Intern Blackfoot,ID
STAFF NEWS
WELCOME NEW TEAM MEMBER
Help us welcome the following Team Members to CCC!
Kayla Bartemeyer Assistant Golf Professional
TEAM MEMBER PROMOTION
Congratulations to the following team member on their promotion!
If you see Kyle around the Club, be sure to help us congratulate him!
Kyle Biallis Food & Beverage Manager
TEAM MEMBER OF THE QUARTER
Vanessa Sweat Service
Vanessa is an incredible leader for our Food and Beverage Team. She has taught the service team and our new managers all about the culture and standards at CCC. Vanessa has just over 44 years of service here, and we are thankful for her ability to create lasting memories for our Team and Members.
If you see Vanessa around the Club, please be sure to congratulate her on this incredible achievement. We are so grateful to have her on our team!
TEAM MEMBER MILESTONES
Julie Francis 40 Years
Stacy Rumph 15 Years
Quinn Moe 10 Years
Gizzi Kolako 5 Years
INTRODUCING OUR NEW CFO MARY ALICE BOYD
We are thrilled to introduce Mary Alice Boyd who will be joining Charlotte Country Club as our Chief Financial Officer! Mary Alice brings years of experience working as a CFO and in various tax and risk management roles, including with Queen's University of Charlotte and the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. She is a Certified Public Accountant with more than ten years of leadership experience.
Mary Alice loves to read, travel, and spend time enjoying the outdoors. She and her partner Brian share a two year old daughter named Willa. Of all the roles she has held in the professional world, Mary Alice says her most important is being Willa's mom.
The addition of Mary Alice to our Leadership team will greatly help our Club operations, and we are grateful for the impact her presence will have. If you see Mary Alice around the Club please be sure to give her a warm welcome!
CALENDAR
OF EVENTS SUMMER 2024
JULY
July 4
4th of July Pool Party
July 5
Family Night Friday at The Porch
July 8
Camp CCC
July 15
Camp CCC
July 18
Napa vs. Sonoma Wine Tasting
July 20
Teen Escape Room Field Trip
July 28
Sunday Splash at the Pool
AUGUST
August 2
Family Night Friday at the Porch
August 17
Parent's Night Out
August 19
Part-time Hours Begin at the Pool
August 23
Back to School Bash
Men's Club Champion
August 24
Ladies'/Men's/Senior Club Championship
August 25
Sunday Splash at the Pool
Ladies'/Men's/Senior Club Championship
SEPTEMBER
September 2
Labor Day-Golf Course Open
Labor Day Splash
September 3
All Golf Facilities Closed
September 4
Mah Jong Free Play
September 6
Family Night Friday at the Porch
September 12
Duplicate Bridge
September 13
Ladies' Mix Sticks Event
September 19
Burgundy Wine Dinner
September 20
Teen Murder Mystery Night
Men's Guest Day
September 27
Member-Member Tournament
September 28
Member-Member Tournament
Member-Member After Party
DINING & SOCIAL
UPCOMING EVENTS
JULY
July 4th Pool Party
July 4 | 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
If you're in town for the 4th of July, be sure to stop by the Pool Complex for a laid-back celebration under the sun! We will have a DJ, family activities from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., and tasty treats to enjoy. This event is complimentary, registration is not required.
Napa vs. Sonoma Wine Tasting
July 18 | 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Back by popular demand James Corbin from Orsini Wines will join us for a fun educational tasting, comparing and contrasting, Napa and Sonoma wines. Wine varietals for all palates will be featured including Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon!
AUGUST
Parents' Night Out
August 17 | 5:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Need a night out? Drop off your kiddos and enjoy a night for yourselves – and leave us to handle the rest. Parents Night Out is a smaller themed event just for the kids. Includes Dinner, Dessert, and a whole lot of FUN! Must be independently potty trained to attend
Back to School Bash-Ninja Warrior!
August 23 | 4:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Kick off the school year with us at our Annual Back-to-School Bash! Test your strength on the one and only Ninja Warrior Course! There will be the famous Warped Wall, activities to test your ninja strength, a toddler obstacle course, a dinner buffet, and more!
Teen Escape Room Field Trip
July 20 | 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Teens ages 12 and up! Gather your squad and put your problem solving skills to the test! Youth Counselors will join your group as you face the ultimate challenge in an escape room filled with adrenaline-fueled fun! Must be at least 12 years old to participate, 8 teens maximum.
Sunday Splash at the Pool
July 28 | 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Join us at the CCC Pool on the last Sunday of the month for an afternoon of family fun in the sun. There will be a DJ, a seasonal craft station, complimentary icy treats, guided pool games, and more! This event is complimentary; registration is not required.
Sunday Splash at the Pool
August 30 | 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Join us at the CCC Pool on the last Sunday of the month for an afternoon of family fun in the sun. There will be a DJ, a seasonal craft station, complimentary icy treats, guided pool games, and more! This event is complimentary; registration is not required.
SEPTEMBER
Labor Day Splash
September 2 | 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Cool down this summer and join us for our annual Labor Day Splash! Join us for some family fun as we close out the summer season at the pool. There will be guided pool games, the annual watermelon eating contest, a cardboard boat race, and more.
Duplicate Bridge
September 12 | 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
After a brief hiatus over the summer months, Duplicate Bridge is back! Join us for a fun afternoon of play in the Pine Room. Guests are welcome!
Burgundy Wine Dinner
September 19 | cocktails 6:30 p.m., dinner 7:15 p.m.
Join us as Sommelier Steve Pignatiello, nicknamed “The Burgundy Wine Man”, guides us through the world-famous wine region of Burgundy, France. He has over 39 years of comprehensive knowledge of the country. Steve’s personal relationship with Burgundy’s top winemakers gives him access to some of the regions very best and most exclusive wines from small family wineries with many not available outside of France.
Teen Murder Mystery Night
September 20 | 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Teens and Tweens, join us at the Moonlight Manor for an evening of mystery and mayhem! You are cordially invited to Moonlight Manor, where secrets lurk in the shadows and danger awaits around every corner. Put on your detective hat and prepare for an unforgettable night of suspense! This event is for ages 12 and up, guests are welcome!
Member-Member Saturday Night Party
September 28 | 7:00 - 11:00 p.m.
Saturday night of the Member-Member Tournament will be a night to remember! Celebrate our newly crowned Member-Member Champions with an evening filled with delicious food, live music, and a premium bar.
RECURRING EVENTS
Mah Jong Free Play
September 4 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Join us for a fun morning of Mah Jong in the Pine Room. Guests are welcome!
Family Night Friday at The Porch
July 5 | August 2 | September 6 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Join us at The Porch the first Friday of the month for Family Night Friday. Your kids can enjoy crafts and entertainment on the Porch Lawn with Youth Counselor Supervision! This event is complimentary; no registration required.
DINING & SOCIAL
looking forward
BACK TO SCHOOL BASH
Kick-off the school year with us at our Annual Back-to-School Bash! Do you have what it takes to be a Ninja Warrior? Test your skills and strength and celebrate the conclusion of summer break with your friends and family! There will be Ninja Warrior Obstacle Courses, the famous Warped Wall, a toddler obstacle course, a dinner buffet, and more!
looking forward
LABOR DAY SPLASH
Our team is thrilled to host another end-ofsummer Labor Day Splash packed full of fun on the pool deck! Join us for a complimentary day of pool games and activities, a lively DJ, and so much more! Don't forget it's also time for our second annual cardboard boat regatta! We can't wait to see your creations and who will take home first place this year. Our newly added adult pool bar will be open for some refreshing beverages to toast to a great end to the summer! There will also be delicious specialty items at the Pool Snack Bar. We hope you will come join us and closeout Summer with a splash!
MIX UP YOUR
CENTERPIECES
fun, creative ideas to liven up your tablescape
One of my favorite aspects of event planning is brainstorming new and creative ways to dress up a tablescape. Of course, you can never go wrong with fresh florals and candlelight to provide an elegant ambiance for any occasion – but I have also really enjoyed sprucing up tables with unique and fun touches that help incorporate my overall theme!
I love adding fresh plants to my décor whenever I can –especially in the spring and summer seasons. Succulents, terrarium gardens, air plants, palms, and moss are all items that I enjoy sprinkling in to add a natural and charming touch. Not only is this a bit more practical and can be reused several times for events, but it also requires very minimal maintenance, so you don’t have to worry about wilted or mis-colored florals throughout the night. The next unique centerpiece that I love to rotate through is adding fresh fruit and vegetables into my tablescapes. Who says centerpieces can’t be both beautiful and delicious? Especially in the summer season, I enjoy using bright citrus colors (such as grapefruits, lemons, and limes) and use them either as compliments to my floral arrangements, or as the main focal point. Display them as either whole fruit or cut them into slices
or wedges for a fun pop of color.
Lastly, I like to use vintage-inspired trinkets to dress up my dining centerpieces. This can either be books, frames, jars, or antique silver that adds a bit more character to a table-set up. I love to find vintage, mismatched pieces and make them work together. This idea is especially fun for small themed-dinners, cocktail receptions, and book clubs.
From my table to yours, I hope you have just as much fun with your summer centerpieces this year as I have with mine!
TAYLOR OIKEMUS, Senior Event Planner
DINING & SOCIAL
CHEF LAURENT'S
SUMMER CEVICHE
Chef Laurent's fresh ceviches have quickly become a favorite among members at Charlotte Country Club. Whether you are enjoying it pool side or at the Porch, this deliciously refreshing dish is perfect for hot summer days, and now you can enjoy it at your own home!
The key? Sushi grade, fresh fish. Clean Catch, Whole Foods, or even the local Asian Supermarket are a few places in and around Charlotte where this high quality cut of fish can be purchased.
INGREDIENTS
2 Cups Rice Vinegar
2 Cups Freshly Squeezed Orange Juice
1 Cup Fresh Lime Juice
About 1/4 LBS. Fresh Snapper, Diced
1/4 cup Red Bell Pepper, Diced
1/4 cup peeled pineapple, Diced
1 Tbsp. Red Onion, Finely Chopped
1/4 Tbsp. Jalapeno, Finely Chopped
1 1/2 Tbsp. Fresh Cilantro, Chopped
Salt
RECIPE
1. Prepare your ingredients: dice snapper, bell pepper, and pineapple. Finely chop red onion and cilantro. Remove seeds from jalapeno and finely chop.
2. Combine all ingredients in a bowl and refrigerate, tightly covered, for 2-3 hours until chilled.
3. Serve chilled with tortilla chips
- CHEF LAURENT
DINING & SOCIAL
THE POOL
PART-TIME HOURS AT THE POOL
MAY 13 - MAY 24
Monday - Friday | 3:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Saturday - Sunday | 12:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
AUGUST 19 - SEPTEMBER 2
Monday - Friday | 12:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Saturday - Sunday | 10:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
The Pool Snack Bar will serve a limited menu of snacks, beverages, & candy during these part time hours of operation
The Adult Pool Bar will be open Saturday and Sunday during part-time hours.
FULL-TIME HOURS AT THE POOL
LABOR DAY
Monday, Sept. 2 | 11:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.
MAY 25 - AUGUST 18
Tuesday - Saturday | 10:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.
Sunday - Monday | 11:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.
The Pool Snack Bar will serve a full-service menu during the holiday weekend and full-time hours
The Adult Pool Bar will be open Thursday-Sunday starting at 11:00 a.m.
IMPORTANT NOTES
During part time hours, the kitchen will not be fully open, and will offer a limited menu.
The kitchen will not be open on Mondays! (during both full and part time hours)
The Pool will be closing early, at 2:30 p.m. on the days CCC hosts home swim meets and other swim team related events.
DINING & SOCIAL
UPCOMING EVENTS
AN INTERVIEW WITH
GARY GAUTHIER
Assistant Clubhouse Manager Sam Brookshire sat down with the friendliest face at Charlotte Country Club, Gary from the Greeting Center! Rain or shine, you can always count on Gary to greet you with a wave and a smile as you pull up to the Club. Gary is an integral part of our team and we are excited to share more of his story with you! Next time you pull into the Club, be sure to roll down your window and give him a wave back!
SB: Tell us a little about your background.
GG: I’m from New York, and got into the industry at the age of 14, when I was the first tee starter at my parents’ club. I immediately loved the atmosphere and being around golf. While bar tending in various restaurants during college, a family friend reached out and asked me to come bartend for him at his club. I moved right away, and was so excited to be back in the business. About a year later, a team member I had become good friends with left his role at the Club. Upon his departure, I was approached by a Board Member who said “Gary, I think you could do his job,” and at 25 years old somehow became the Clubhouse Manager. Safe to say that opportunity kick started the rest of my career in the industry.
SB: What are some other fond memories from your career in private clubs? GG: I actually owned a club with my brother up in Auburn, New York, for about 12 years. The club was about to go under when we were approached by the owner to see if we were interested in buying it. We had to take out a loan, so right off the bat, we were in the hole about $200,000, but grew the club from 50 members to over 250 within three years, and it ended up being a great learning experience. I loved being my own boss!
I was also the General Manager of Skaneateles Country Club in Syracuse, New York, which was a great club with great people. One of the biggest projects during my time there came when the clubhouse burned to the ground. The fire broke out on Mother’s Day night, but we worked quickly and were able to reopen the clubhouse the following year on the Fourth of July. It was an eye-opening experience; I sat with all of the committees and worked through the plans for rebuilding. At one point I asked myself “what am I doing here, in the same room with all these millionaires and billionaires,” but I could offer important operational insight that they didn’t have. For example, I had to fight hard for a bigger kitchen on the blueprint and worked with Chef to map out every piece of equipment by hand with a ruler. The kitchen still has the same layout to this day, so I guess we did something right.
SB: What brought you to CCC?
GG: My kids had all moved to the Charlotte area, so I moved down from New York without even having a job lined up. I just knew I wanted to be closer to my kids. I found an opening as a bartender in the Men’s Locker Room at CCC and only worked a few weeks before the manager at the time said I’d probably be better suited as a Greeter. 12 years later, and here I still am!
SB: 12 years is a long time! What has kept you here for so long?
GG: I really love the people here. The people I work with, the people I work for, and of course the members. For most of my career, I’ve been the boss. That's not the case here, but I still feel valued and respected by both teammates and members. I also enjoy working on a team where everyone wants to make things better.
The members are great too, and I’ve loved building relationships over the years. There’s a member who stops to say hello every time he comes by the club, and used to always be accompanied by his young daughter. She is grown and driving herself now, but still always stops to say hi. There’s a time I remember a little boy crying at the end of his driveway nearby after falling off his bike. Now he’s 25 and out here playing golf all the time. I also love the dog walkers! Giving the dogs treats and petting them is a highlight of my day.
SB: In your mind, what set's CCC apart from other clubs?
GG: I think it’s the overall atmosphere of excellence and teamwork. Everyone has a lot of pride in what they do, no matter what department they work in. I met one of my best friends through CCC, Howard, who retired last year, we still talk and have lunch regularly. He will be a lifelong friend. We also prioritize hiring the best people. It’s not a rush to fill an open position, we wait until we find the right person for the job and team. The membership is also truly caring and appreciative of the team. The BOG golf outing is one of the best events that we do because it allows teammates to bond with members in a different way. The future of CCC is very bright because of this, and we will just continue to get better and better. What else could you want from a job?
DINING & SOCIAL
BARTENDER COMPETITION
Last summer, our bar tending team was given the opportunity to showcase some of their favorite recipes in a friendly team competition. Each bartender had creative flexibility to build a cocktail and have it featured for one week in all of our dining rooms. A wide variety of cocktails were featured, and our team had lots of fun featuring a new special each week!
Our winner last year was Kalynn who took home first with her “Peachy Keen Bourbon Bliss” cocktail which was crafted 46 times campus-wide during the week! In second place came Danny’s “Jalapeno Diablo” cocktail, and Sandy came in third showcasing the ”Casafresca” cocktail! This fun competition will be making a comeback this summer! Our team of bartenders will be featuring their creations for one week each during the competition, running from mid-July to mid-August.
We hope you'll come support your bar tending team, and maybe find a new favorite beverage!
2 oz. Makers Mark
1 oz. Peach Puree
1 oz. Fresh Lime Juice Club Soda
Combine ingredients into a shaker with ice, and shake
Strain into a rocks glass over ice, and garnish with an orange twist.
Top with club soda, and enjoy!
KALYNN'S PEACHY KEEN BOURBON BLISS
Summer at THE GRILL
The summer months means a fresh new menu at the Grill and Patio for our member's to enjoy! Our culinary team has been hard at work bringing new dishes to life and is excited to share them with the membership.
Enjoy your dinner in the timeless comfort of the Grill Room or al fresco on the Patio. We hope you will come join us for dinner soon!
GRILL REMINDERS
Dining at the Grill or Patio? Review the helpful reminders below to have the best experience
Join us at the Grill or on the Patio Wednesday - Saturday Evenings from 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Reservations are required for both the Grill Room and Patio, though soft seating and seating by the firepits on the patio are first come, first served for those enjoying a cocktail only.
The dress code for the Grill and Patio is upscale. Denim, athletic attire, and hats are not permitted in these spaces, and jackets are encouraged.
YOUTH ACTIVITIES
MEET YOUR CAMP COUNSELORS!
Abigail Nichols Camp Director
There is still space open for Camp CCC this summer, running through August 1! If you would like to register your child, please do so on the CCC website.
Monet Evans Hailey Jeranek Lindsey Lucia
Juan Torres Munoz Katricia Robinson
6 & UNDER
MVP
Miles Macon
Jay Dillon
Most Improved
Calloway Smoak
Barlow Mann
Coaches Award
Frances von Werssowetz
Stack Macon
11 & 12
MVP
Avery Moore
George Hoke
Most Improved
Catherine Moran
William Ripp
Coaches Award
Lundy Hinds
Walt Wyche
John Cheek
7 & 8
MVP
Emmie Todd
Sloan Blanton
Most Improved
Mclean Gately
Henry Price
Coaches Award
Heyward von Werssowetz
Charlie Dillon
13 & 14
MVP
Lucy Hoke
Jack Granelli
Most Improved
Laura Gray Monk
Turner Abbott
Coaches Award
Molly Moran
Jack Granelli
9 & 10
MVP
Gigi Gillespie
Emmerson Cheek
Most Improved
Brennan Barron
Dalton Dana
Coaches Award
Vivi Schaaf
Charlie Eshleman
15 - 18
MVP
Ivy Monk
Sanders Abbott
Most Improved
Eleanor Brandt
Coaches Award
Kate Brandt
Carter Siegel
7 & 8 Girls
MVP MALE
HALL OF FAME
MVP FEMALE
Emmerson Cheek
Ivy Monk
Carter Siegel
Gigi Gillespie
TENNIS
LADIES' MEMBER-GUEST RESULTS
Thank you to all the ladies' who joined us for our Member-Guest events this Spring! On April 12 we held our 6.0 & Below division, and our 6.5 & Above group battled it out May 3.
Congratulations to our winners!
6.0 & Below Ladies' Member-Guest
Australian Open Flight
Winners | Haley Cheek & Kakie Cheek
Finalists | Taylor Russ & Rachel Kohler
US Open Flight
Winners | Laurens Threlkeld & Rebecca Jane Ponton
Finalists | Mary Pell Teden & Carson Paschal
6.5 & Above Ladies' Member-Guest
US Open Flight
Winners | Brigid Downs & Mary Holland
Finalists | Carrie Fisher & Mary Scott Peterson
Wimbledon Flight
Winners | Amy Moore & Erin Carroll
Finalists | Lauren Dunaway & Julie Grahl
JUNIOR CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP
Saturday, August 24
We hope all our juniors can join us at the end of the summer for our Junior Club Championship! Come for a fun day with great competition, and stay for the Family Cookout following play.
This is a favorite event we look forward to every year and will kick off our return to regular Junior Match Play starting this Fall!
To register please contact Sears Driscoll.
TENNIS
AN UPDATE ON INDOOR TENNIS
Construction is continuing to progress on our Outdoor Tennis Facility! The steel framing of the structure has been erected, and the structure is really starting to take shape. We have also begun building a foot bridge which will connect the tennis shop to the future indoor tennis facility.
Building crews are making great progress and are currently on track to finish by the end of the year. Next time you find yourself near the tennis shop, be sure to take a look over and see all the progress that has taken place on this exciting new addition to our campus!
TENNIS SHOP CORNER
Tennis Shop Corner turned Swim Corner! Come check out this new section of the shop to fulfill all your summer swim needs. This will be a fun section of the shop for both ladies and children. The ladies’ section will feature Sand Cloud products which include beach towels, cover-ups, and bags. This company is known for its 100% organic cotton products.
The children’s section will feature colorful CCC rash guards, and, of course, pool toys! We look forward to this fun addition to the tennis shop for our members
June is the month to update your shoes and tennis bags. The entire month they are 25% off! Come check us out!
Whether you are hitting the pool or hitting the courts this summer, be sure to stop by the tennis shop for everything you could need!
TENNIS
TIPS FROM THE PRO
CHRISTIAAN LEE DIAGLE, Tennis Professional
Have you ever been in a close match and suddenly crumbled under pressure? Have you won the first set and thought: "Golly, I'm going to win!", only to lose the next two sets? As much as technique and strokes are important in the game of tennis, the mental side is just as crucial. Let's cover some focus points to help strengthen your mental game:
Rituals and Routines | Rituals and routines are great ways to help focus, calm yourself, or pump you up at various times during a match. Fixing your strings between points to calm your nerves, bouncing the ball before serves to get "in the zone", fist pumping after an important point to re-energize, these are all great examples of things players do to help them stay in the moment.
Stay in the Moment | It is so important to stay in the present moment on the tennis court. If you dwell too long on a point you should have won, or a volley that you should have made to win the point, or you worry about letting your teammates down if you lose your match, it will consume you and your positive energy throughout much of the match. The same thing goes when you are winning and get overconfident. A player could be up a set and then easily lose the next two if they start thinking that they have already won the match. Instead, focus your mental energy on winning one point at a time in order to stay present and stay in control.
Control What You Can Control | The wind, the sun, the court conditions, bad bounces, let cords, construction behind the courts... These are all examples of things you cannot control. Focus instead on things you can; keep your footwork active to get in better position when it is windy, toss the ball in a different spot when serving in the sun, expect bad bounces to happen and accept that it may happen again, focus on listening to the ball hit your strings or exhale loudly to drown out the construction noise.
Think Positive | Tennis can be the most wonderful sport in the world some days then feel like the most difficult and grueling the next. Remember that you are there to compete and have fun. Enjoy the thrill of the competition and build yourself up. Thinking positively will allow you to relax and to play with confidence. Remove the self-doubt from your mind and tell yourself "I've got this!" before your next big point.
All in all, these tips will help you throughout your matches if you are consistent in applying them. Continue practicing your technical play on the court to build confidence in your strokes. Stay strong, build endurance, and add flexibility to maximize your physical abilities. All of these skills together will help you to become a more "complete" player as you grow all parts of your game.
Good luck in your upcoming matches players! Stay mentally strong out there and be confident!
UPCOMING TENNIS PROGRAMMING
Though the Summer months means a break from Interclub, USTA Leagues, and the Junior Program, we have plenty of other fun opportunities to get out on the court. We look forward to seeing you this summer at the Club!
Weekly Cardio Tennis Clinics beginning Monday, June 3
Monday | 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Wednesday | 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Men's Night Tennis
Tuesday | 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Men's Night Pickleball
Thursday | 5:30 p.m.
Ladies' Drills
Friday | 9:30 - 11:00 a.m.
Pickleball Clinic
Monday | 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.
Be on the lookout for other pop-up weekly Tennis & Pickleball clinics and socials throughout the summer!
INTRODUCING COURT RESERVE
We are pleased to announce Court Reserve is now officially operating as our new court reservation system. Court Reserve is an industry leader in tennis operation management, and offers exciting features allowing members to:
- Reserve tennis and pickleball courts
- View pro schedules
- View and sign up for programs and events
Court Reserve is a user-friendly system we are confident will offer a needed improvement to our Tennis Program! When viewing the 'Reserve a Court' or 'Tennis Calendar' pages on the CCC website and app, you will automatically be linked to the Court Reserve site. The calendars displayed should resemble
If it is your first time making a reservation, you will be prompted to create a Court Reserve account that will allow you to access all the resources it has to offer! Members are also welcome to reach out to Director of Tennis Sears Driscoll at sdriscoll@charlottecountryclub. org who would be more than happy to help assist you in signing up.
This is an exciting update we are thrilled to introduce to our members!
AN UPDATE ON THE MACK FERGUSON GOLF FACILITY GOLF
As our members are aware, golf cart storage and member golf bag storage will be moving from the current cart storage facility and bag room facility to the new Mack Ferguson Golf Cart Storage Facility located adjacent to the Golf House. This is exciting news for the Golf Staff as we will be able to better service our membership in many ways. Here are a few highlights that the new facility will bring:
1. We will increase our current cart fleet from 55 carts to 72 carts. We will also have two more of our transportation carts (6 and 4-seater carts).
2. All member golf bags will be stored in the new building. We plan to have a communication system that will enable members to directly contact the Golf Cart Facility Manager to get his/her golf bag on the cart before their arrival to the club.
3. The daily staging procedures for our golf carts/golf bags will take place on the stone wall at the practice area (similar to a shotgun start during golf events).
4. The Outside Golf Operation staff will now be focused on the range vs. on the 1st tee. This will allow us to service everyone on the range in a better fashion while also improving our 1st tee experience, relieving the clutter and noise that you currently experience.
5. After your golf round, carts will be returned near the staging area allowing for better flow for players going to the locker rooms or dining areas.
We are excited to present this experience to everyone and we look forward to improving the service to our members!
JUNIOR CERTIFICATIONS
WATT WILLIAMS JOHN CHEEK BAKER TINDEL BO FARMER
LADIES' MEMBER GUEST WINNERS
Thank you to all our ladies' who came out and participated in our Member-Guest Tournament! And a big congratulations to our winners!
Net Winners | Susan Tome & Cambey Gallagher
Gross Winners | Molly Froelich & Dockery Clark
FAIRWAY FEATS
DANA DUBOSE
Dana Dubose hit an 8 iron from 158 yards on hole #3 for a hole in one! Congratulations, Mr. Dubose!
SALLY MCELWEE
Mrs. Sally McElwee made eagle on the 18th hole on April 16. She holed out from 107 yards using her 6-hybrid. Awesome job, Mrs. McElwee!
TRIPP HALLETT
Tripp Hallett won back-to-back weeks in the US Kids Golf Tournament on April 14 and April 21! Great job, Tripp!
DAVID HEAD
Mr. David Head made an eagle on the 4th hole from 140 yards on April 14. Awesome job, Mr. Head!
JOHN HUDSON
Mr. John Hudson made eagle on the 14th hole on April 17. Well done, Mr. Hudson!
ANDREA HARKNETT
Mrs. Andrea Harknett had her first Hole in One on Friday, March 29 on Hole 11. Congratulations, Mrs. Harknett!
INTRODUCING SPORTSBOXAI
SportsboxAI is a unique technology that can capture, measure, and analyze golf swings in 3D. The high speed camera system automatically captures your swing and provides a 3D rendering of your form along with data points to better understand how the body is moving throughout the entire movement.
With a collection of tour player data, SportsboxAI offers us a range for which any player no matter their skill level or athletic ability can achieve to optimize their movement patterns to create the best golf swing they can. Our goal as teachers is to take this data and break it down in the least complicated form to help the student understand how to improve. Come check out this amazing technology in the Golf House and start improving your game!
UPCOMING EVENTS
Ladies' Guest Day
June 18
Men's Guest Day
June 21
Junior Interclub
June 26
Flag Day Tournament
July 4
Junior Club Championship
August 17-18
Mens & Senior Club Championship
August 23-25
Ladies' Queen's Cup & Club Championship
August 23-25
Labor Day
September 2
Greens Aeration
All Golf Facilities Closed
September 3
Greens Aeration
Back 9 Closed
September 4
2024 MEMBER-GUEST CHAMPIONS
JONATHAN ISHEE & TJ WAGNER
ARONIMINK
OLIVER CROSS & DUSTIN BARR
BEVERLY
JONATHAN ISHEE & TJ WAGNER
EAST LAKE
ZACK SEXTON & MARK SEXTON
ESSEX COUNTY
DAVE PANDULLO & BRIAN KOHN
GULPH MILLS
RICK BURMEISTER & DAVID POTTER
INVERNESS
WELLFORD TABOR & BOB CALTON
OAK HILL
YATES DUNAWAY & WILL SHEPPARD
OAKLAND HILLS
JOHN BOURGEOIS & DAVID CALLIS
PINEHURST NO. 2
JAKE DUNAWAY & KYLE BULLARD
PLAINFELD
KEITH BELL & PETE STOECKINGER
ROYAL DORNOCH
TYLER COVINGTON & MATT MCAULAY
SALEM
JOHN FENNEBRESQUE & TOM ARCHIE
SCIOTO
TURNER DAYTON & ANDY SONTAG
SEMINOLE
JOEL TOMS & PAUL TOMS
GOLF
GOLF SHOP CORNER
LAUREN
SUSEN,
Golf Shop Merchandiser
Summer is the perfect time to update your golf shirt collection! Every brand usually offers a couple of different performance fabrics perfect for the warm weather. A jersey fabric has a smoother feel, while a pique (sometimes called "mesh") is another option with more of a texture. Both will be breathable and moisture-wicking, but you may have a preference between the two. Be sure to stop by the shop and find your favorites, we've stocked both options for you to try!
Ladies, as you work on your golf game this summer, we wanted to give a quick reminder on the dress code. This is a common question, and we want to help you feel comfortable in your apparel selection. If your shirt has a collar, it does not need to have sleeves. If your shirt has sleeves, it does not need a collar. We've carefully selected some great options for sleeveless, short-sleeve, and
long-sleeve sun protection tops to cover your every need.
Back-to-School shopping will soon be on the mind as summer soon comes to an end. We always offer youth apparel in the golf shop, but can also help special-order more shirts (with or without a CCC logo) to get the kids ready for the school year!
Special ordering is a breeze, and I'm happy to help find whatever it is your closet is lacking! Please reach out at LSusen@charlottecountryclub.org
INTRODUCING NEW ASSISTANT GOLF PROFESSIONAL KAYLA BARTEMEYER
Kayla Bartemeyer is from Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. She started playing golf at the age of 8 and fell in love with the game. Kayla has spent her last four years playing golf at UNC Charlotte, and is a proud graduate of the Belk College of Business at UNC Charlotte.
A familiar face to CCC, you may recognize Kayla who has joined us for the past few summer seasons at the Club. We are so excited to bring her on full-time, and especially to see all she will do for our Ladies' Golf Association!
If you see her around, please be sure to officially welcome her to the CCC team!
CONTACTS
CHARLOTTE COUNTRY CLUB
2465 Mecklenburg Avenue
Charlotte, North Carolina
2 8 2 0 5
Front Desk 704.334.0836
MEMBERSHIP
For questions on the membership process, sponsorship, and more, please contact
Emily Vile
Executive Assistant & Committee Liaison evile@charlottecountryclub.org | 704.944.5220
WEDDING RECEPTIONS & EVENT SERVICES
Please contact our Event Planners for event planning assistance on your next special event at the Club.
Taylor Oikemus
Senior Event Planner
toikemus@charlottecountryclub.org | 704.944.5241
EMAIL ASSISTANCE
Our Communications Coordinator is happy to provide assistance with your email settings. Please Contact
Emma Reeves
Communications Manager
ereeves@charlottecountryclub.org | 704.334.5228
WEBSITE & MOBILE APP ASSISTANCE
If you are in need of assistance with your website or mobile app password or settings, please contact
Glenn Squire
Controller & Website Assistance gsquire@charlottecountryclub.org | 704.334.5230
or Emma Reeves
Communications Manager
Bella Aceti Event Planner iaceti@charlottecountryclub.org | 704.944.5254
YOUTH ACTIVITIES
For questions about Youth Activities and the Family Center, please contact
Director of Youth Activities
jgibson@charlottecountryclub.org | 704.944.5246 or treehouse@charlottecountryclub.org
PRO SHOPS & GOLF HOUSE
Please call the Golf Shop, Golf House, or Tennis Shop for any questions or requests regarding tee times, court/bay reservations, merchandise, events, booking a lesson, speaking to a pro, & more!