CHARLOTTE COUNTRY CLUB
A LETTER FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER
Dear Members,
Happy New Year and welcome to 2025! As we step into this new year, I am excited and optimistic about all that lies ahead. Whether you’re beating the cold in our Golf House, in the Game Room, or simply enjoying a delicious soup at The Porch, I hope these winter months are filled with warmth. Soon, you will be able to comfortably play tennis during the winter months in our brand new Indoor Tennis Facility.
This winter issue of The 1910 contains updates, events, and highlights that reflect an exciting season at our Club. We’ll be celebrating some incredible staff milestones—Mack Ferguson’s remarkable 70 years of service, Vanessa Sweat’s 45 years, and Betty Council’s 30 years. These milestones are a testament to the dedication and passion that have shaped our Club, and we couldn’t be prouder to have them as part of our team.
As always, be sure to mark your calendars for our Annual Meeting of the Membership and New Member Party taking place Tuesday, February 18. The Board will share valuable information regarding operations and provide more insight into the upcoming golf course restoration. Be sure to stay afterwards to welcome our 2024 new members to the Club.
Also in this issue, we’ve included some tips from our golf team to keep your game sharp over the winter, as well as details on upcoming events, camp dates, and more.
As we head into the new year, we look forward to another season of camaraderie, growth, and celebration. Thank you for being a part of our family, and we look forward to seeing you around the club!
Respectfully,
Priscilla Eich GM/COO
Announcements
MEET YOUR 2025 BOARD OF GOVERNORS SLATE
Pursuant to our CCC By-Laws, the Nominating Committee met to discuss the candidates for the 2025 Board of Governors election slate. After careful consideration and deliberation, the Nominating Committee unanimously recommended the following slate of board Candidates:
Incumbents*
Each candidate has agreed to serve a three-year term if elected.
JOIN US FOR THE 115TH ANNUAL MEETING OF THE MEMBERSHIP/NEW MEMBER COCKTAIL PARTY
Tuesday, Feb. 18 5:00 p.m. Cocktails | 6:15 p.m. Meeting New Member Party to Follow
Club Leadership is excited to provide an in-depth look at 2024 Club operations, financials, staff updates, membership category updates, a Golf Course Restoration overview, a strategic facilities review, and more!
During this meeting, we will also announce the 2025 Board while bidding farewell to our two outgoing Board Members, Compie Newman and Max Richardson.
After the meeting concludes, join us for the New Member Party! This is a great opportunity to meet the newest members of our Club.
Attire is jacket and tie for men, and appropriate ladies' attire. Please register via the CCC website.
Barr Blanton
Johnathan Ishee*
Tom James*
Pat Kelly*
Robert Schleusner
Compie Newman Max Richardson
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
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.
INDOOR COURTS
Monday - Friday | 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Saturday - Sunday | 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Family Center Hours of Operation
TREEHOUSE | JANUARY - FEBRUARY
Monday | Closed
Tuesday | 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Wednesday | Closed
Thursday | 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 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 | JANUARY - FEBRUARY
Monday | Closed
Tuesday - Thursday | 4:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Friday | 4:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Saturday | 10:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Sunday | 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Golf Hours of Operation
GOLF SHOP
Monday | Closed
Tuesday - Sunday | 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
GOLF HOUSE
Monday | Closed
Tuesday - Sunday | 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
GOLF COURSE
Monday | Closed Tuesday - Sunday | 8:30 a.m.
PRACTICE FACILITY
Monday | Closed Tuesday - Sunday | 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 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. Stephen Burgess & Mrs. Christina Burgess
Mr. Jason Mayer & Mrs. Betsy Mayer
Mr. John Collett & Mrs. Ginny Collett
Mr. Will Potts & Mrs. Laura Potts
Mr. Geoff Eloge & Mrs. Sara Eloge
Mr. John Sozzi & Mrs. Kathryn Sozzi
Mr. Mike Goldman & Mrs. Brooke Goldman
Mr. Bo Stump & Mrs. Sarah Stump
Mr. Zach Hill & Mrs. Elizabeth Hill
Mr. Ben Weadon & Mrs. Nancy Weadon
Mr. Jake Martin & Mrs. Adelaide Martin
Mr. Ryan Young & Mrs. Leigh Young
Mr. Will Zvara & Mrs. Mallory Zvara
MEMBERSHIP MILESTONES
Congratulations to our members who have added another decade to their membership tenure this past fall! We hope these past 10 years have been truly special.
These membership anniversaries occurred between October and December.
60th Membership Anniversary
Mrs. Esten Mason
50th Membership Anniversary
Dr. & Mrs. Claud Grigg
40th Membership Anniversary
Mr. & Mrs. Donald Gately
30th Membership Anniversary
Mr. & Mrs. Frank Emory
Mr. & Mrs. Charles Johnson
Mr. & Mrs. Marc Oken
Mr. & Mrs. Jackson Hopper
Mr. & Mrs. Joel Vann
20th Membership Anniversary
Mr. & Mrs. William Hobbs
Mr. & Mrs. Bill Grier
Mr. & Mrs. John Scott
10th Membership Anniversary
Mr. & Mrs. Charles Bowman
Mr. & Mrs. Madison Wyche
Mr. & Mrs. Bryan Kennedy
Mr. & Mrs. Thomas Gatewood
Mrs. Rebecca Stowe & Mr. Edwin Stowe
Mr. & Mrs. Chip Nisbet
Mr. & Mrs. Trevor Hoke
Mr. & Mrs. Robert Rechkemmer
2024 FALL MEMBERSHIP APPLICANTS
Below are our newest applicants that were added to our Prospective Applicant List this Fall (September - November). Thank you to all our members who are sponsoring an applicant for membership.
Jordan Archer Buckner Bell*
Adam Boyle*
George Carter
Russell Cummings*
Justin Davis
Brendan Dillashaw*
Bradford Ewing*
Harrison Farber
Drew Gilbert
Philip Howerton*
Gregor Lloyd-Smith*
Mack Walker
* Indicates legacy applicant
Currently, we have 136 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 fall. Our deepest condolences go out to their loved ones.
George Dowdy
James
Mr. James Hynes
Mr. Roy Michaux, Jr.
Mr.
"Tim" Talley Jr.
Mr. William Kent Walker, Sr.
Mr. E. Russell Wentz
Mr.
Staff News
TEAM MEMBER MILESTONES
Betty Council 30 Years
Mack Ferguson 70 Years
Alyssa Goodwin 5 Years
David Kemp 5 Years
Vanessa Sweat 45 Years
Rachel Terbilcox 15 Years
WELCOME NEW TEAM MEMBERS
Help us welcome the following Team Members to CCC!
Amelia Nelson Receptionist
Taylor Meckes Creative Coordinator
CELEBRATING
HERITAGE
CCC GIVES BACK
Each year, the CCC staff participate in a toy drive to spread a little holiday cheer to the Levine Children's Hospital. We are blown away by the generosity of our team!
At Charlotte Country Club, we take pride in the strong bonds of community we share and are committed to supporting and helping our team members flourish. We have a DIVE program, which stands for Diversity, Inclusion, Voices, and Equality. This program helps promote a culture enriched in diversity and inclusion at our Club. One such way we do this is by celebrating heritage! We have
Olinda Baylon Taylor Grossman
special "heritage months" throughout the year where we highlight staff of that heritage and learn more about their background and culture. We also have a special employee meal consisting of traditional regional cuisine each heritage month. This fall, we celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month and Italian Heritage Month, spotlighting staff members Olinda Baylon, born in Peru, and Taylor Grossman, whose family is from Northern Italy and Sicily.
INTRODUCING OUR NEW DIRECTOR OF EVENTS ALLISON DOANE
Help us welcome Allison Doane, our new Director of Events. Allison has been planning and executing events for nearly 15 years and worked in club events for almost nine years. Originally a Charlotte native, she and her family are excited to move back to the Charlotte area after being in Minnesota for five years, where she served as the Membership and Catering Sales Manager at Hazeltine National Golf Club. In her role, Allison oversaw a variety of events and managed the new members and waitlist; she also assisted in the planning, logistics, and execution for 2024 U.S. Amateur with the USGA. Prior to that, she was the Private Events Director at TPC Piper Glen in Charlotte for nearly four years.
She loves planning events and is excited to begin her role at the Club. “Charlotte Country Club is a very special and unique club that holds staff to a high standard in order to deliver exceptional experiences for their members. I was able to experience that during Club Ball and Ace of Clubs. I hope I am able to continue to do so for the members, while bringing my own spark and creative ideas to these five amazing event planners I am so privileged to manage.”
We look forward to having her on the team and rounding out our incredible event planning department!
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
WINTER 2025
JANUARY
January 17
Mack Ferguson's 70th Anniversary
Celebration & Golf Facility Dedication
January 18
Polar Bear Plunge at the Pool
January 22
Mocktail Class
January 23
Duplicate Bridge
FEBRUARY
February 6
Tour of France Wine Tasting
February 8
Father-Daughter Dance
February 12
Junior Valentine's Craft Party
February 13
Duplicate Bridge
February 14
Valentine's Day Dinner
MARCH
March 7
Mother-Son Date Night
March 13
Duplicate Bridge
March 13
Patria Wine Dinner with Winemaker
Tony Biagi
January 24
Children's Etiquette Class
January 30
Arrow&Branch Wine Dinner
February 18
Annual Meeting & New Member Party
February 21
The Grand Tasting
February 23
Teen Field Trip
February 27
Jarvis Wine Dinner
March 25
Bridge Member-Guest
March 26
Babylonstoren Wine & Olive Oil Tasting
Dining & Social
UPCOMING EVENTS
JANUARY
Mack Ferguson's 70th Anniversary
Celebration & Golf Facility Dedication
Friday, Jan. 17 | 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Join us in celebrating the 70th work anniversary of our beloved teammate, Mack Ferguson, in the brand-new Mack Ferguson Golf Facility. This complimentary event will honor Mack, as well as show off our new cart storage and caddy lounge areas. We will have beverages per chit, light bites, music, and great memories.
Polar Bear Plunge
Saturday, Jan. 18 | 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. Group Jump | 12:25 p.m.
Dive into the excitement! Join us at the CCC pool for our second annual Polar Bear Plunge! Brave the icy waters, take a photo with Polo the CCC Polar Bear, and enjoy a warm cup of hot chocolate and small bites.
Mocktail Class
Wednesday, Jan. 22 | 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Who says you need alcohol to enjoy a fun drink! Join us for a Mocktail Class, where you will learn how to make four delicious spirit-free beverages. Each participant will also take home a mocktail infuser kit.
Children's Etiquette Class
Friday, Jan. 24 4:00 - 5:15 p.m., Ages 6-9 | 6:00 - 7:15 p.m., Ages 10-13
Join us for a special Table Manners Course featuring a threecourse instructional meal. Throughout this engaging experience, instructor Elizabeth Anne Russell will cover essential table manners, including how to properly hold silverware, napkin etiquette, and key dining skills. Your child will also learn the art of politely ordering in a restaurant, the correct way to use a fork and knife, and the proper technique for eating bread and butter.
Arrow&Branch Wine Dinner
Thursday, Jan. 30 | 6:30 p.m. Cocktails | 7:15 p.m. Dinner
We will be joined by 2nd generation proprietor Stevie Contursi, and Director of National Sales and Marketing Sriti Misra Fusillo. Proprietors Steve and Seanne Contursi love great wines, especially those from Bordeaux. In 2007, they came across a beautiful farmhouse in Napa Valley surrounded by a vineyard planted to Cabernet Franc, just like some of their favorite vineyards from France. So began their journey with Arrow&Branch, first with a single bottling of a Cabernet Franc Blend, then slowly adding wines from other renowned sites from across Napa Valley.
Dining & Social
UPCOMING EVENTS
FEBRUARY
Tour of France Wine Tasting
Friday, Feb. 6 | 6:30 - 8:00 p.m
Back by popular demand James Corbin from Orsini Wines will join us for a fun educational tasting exploring the wine regions of France served with French hors d’oeuvres from our very own Chef Laurent.
Father-Daughter Dance - A Night in Paris! Saturday, Feb. 8 | 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
You and your daughter will be transported to the City of Lights for our Annual Father-Daughter Dance. Dad's and their Daughters will enjoy a delicious dinner, glitter tattoos, and makeup, create their own floral bouquets, dance the night away and more!
Junior Valentine's Craft Party
Wednesday, Feb. 12 | 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Join us to create your own Valentine’s Day Cards and extra special take home crafts for all your special loved ones!
Valentine's Day Dinner
Friday, Feb. 14 | 6:30 p.m. Cocktails 7:15 p.m. Dinner
Love is in the air at Charlotte Country Club! We are hosting a special Valentine's Day Dinner at the Club. Upon arrival, each lady will be given a rose and there will be live music during dinner service.
RECURRING EVENT
Duplicate Bridge January 23 | February 13 | March 13 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Join us for a fun afternoon of Bridge! All play takes place in the Pine Room.
Annual Meeting & New Member Party
Tuesday, Feb. 18 | 5:00 p.m. Cocktails | 6:15 p.m.
Meeting | New Member Party to Follow
Club Leadership is excited to provide an in-depth look at 2024 Club operations, financials, staff updates, membership category updates, a Golf Course Restoration overview, a strategic facilities review, and more! After the meeting concludes, join us for the New Member Party! This is a great opportunity to meet the newest members of our Club.
The Grand Tasting Friday, Feb. 21 | 6:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Join us for a social cocktail style reception, as you taste over 100 wines from around the world paired with regional cuisine prepared by our culinary team. These wines will be offered at an incredible discounted price. We will also have a full bar in addition to the tasting experience.
Charlotte and Carmel Country Club Combined Teen Field Trip to Game Show Battle Room
Sunday, Feb. 23 | 11:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Teens get ready for an unforgettable day of competition and fun at the Game Show Battle Room! Join us for this exciting field trip where Charlotte Country Club and Carmel Country Club battle against each other in game show challenges that will have you laughing, strategizing, and battling it out for victory! Ages 10+ and seven teens max capacity.
Jarvis Wine Dinner
Thursday, Feb. 27 | 6:30 p.m. Cocktails | 7:15 p.m. Dinner.
We are excited to announce a wine dinner with the legendary Napa producer Jarvis Estate. All Jarvis wines are produced from estate vineyards, located within a mile of the winery high above the southeastern end of Napa Valley. Christina Clark, National Sales Manager and Sil Coccia, VP of Sales for Jarvis will join us for this special event.
MARCH
Mother-Son Date Night - NASCAR!
Friday, March 7 | 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. .
Rev up your engines and join us for an exciting Mother-Son Date Night with a NASCAR theme! This high-octane event will feature a delicious dinner, dancing, and NASCAR-themed activities throughout the night that will keep the fun racing! Whether you’re taking part in activities, hitting the dance floor, or simply making memories, this is an evening you and your son won’t want to miss.
Patria Wine Dinner with Winemaker Tony Biagi
Thursday, March 13 | 6:30 p.m. Cocktails | 7:15 p.m. Dinner
We are excited to host a special wine dinner with acclaimed winemaker Tony Biagi, featuring Patria Wines. A fifth-generation Northern Californian and UC Davis graduate, Tony has over 25 years of wine-making experience and has crafted wines for prestigious wineries like Hourglass and CADE. Tony's expertise in grape phenolics and blending, along with his modern yet traditional approach, has earned him recognition as Winemaker of the Year by Antonio Galloni in 2020. Don’t miss the opportunity to experience his exceptional wines and gain insights into his wine-making journey.
Bridge Member-Guest
Tuesday, March 25 | 7:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Invite your guests out to the Club for a memorable evening of Duplicate Bridge! We will have cocktails per chit, a delicious dinner, and sanctioned competitive bridge play.
Babylonstoren Wine & Olive Oil Tasting
Wednesday, March 26 | 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Babylonstoren is one of the oldest Cape Dutch farms, set at the foot of Simonsberg, South Africa in the Franschhoek wine valley. The property includes a fruit and vegetable garden of beauty and diversity, unique accommodation, fine food, and fine wine produced in a state-of-the-art winery made to showcase the soils and climate where their grapes are grown. Taste these wines alongside fresh and unique olive oils made by olive oils specialist, Petrus van Eeden and his team. Gino Azurmendi, overseeing sales and operations for Babylonstoren will guide us through the tasting!
A LA CARTE 2024 IN REVIEW
As we celebrate the New Year, we also wanted to toast to the success of our food and beverage operations during 2024. We had a fantastic year thanks to our members' support. Below is a breakdown of our year in a la carte operations.
The Most Popular Menu Items Were....
Asian Flank Steak Salad
Poke Bowl
Birria Tacos
THE GRILL
The Most Popular Menu Items Were....
Tuna Tartare
Truffle Fries
Bacon Wrapped Shrimp LOCKER ROOM
39,145
Members & Guests Visited The Porch in 2024
THE PORCH
POPULAR COCKTAIL | ESPRESSO MARTINI MOST POPULAR RED WINE | KEN WRIGHT PINOT NOIR MOST POPULAR WHITE WINE | FRANK FAMILY CHARDONNAY
The Most Popular Menu Items Were....
Pork Chop Skin on Salmon
7,061
Members & Guests Visited The Grill in 2024
6,452
Members & Guests Visited The Oak Bar in 2024
Fried Oysters OAK BAR
The Most Popular Menu Items Were....
Blackened Salmon Tacos
Hot Honey Chicken Sandwich
Chicken Quesadilla
11,952
Members & Guests Visited The Men's Locker Room Bar in 2024
MANAGERS IN DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM:
Developing Future Leaders in the Food and Beverage Industry
In recent years, the hospitality and club management industries have seen a significant shift in how they prepare and nurture future leaders. One such initiative gaining momentum is the Manager in Development (MID) program, which serves as a springboard for aspiring club leaders to transition into managerial roles.
The MID program at CCC was created in 2023 to offer individuals with limited leadership experience an opportunity to develop their skills in a real-world setting. Aspiring leaders enter the program to build a solid foundation of line-level experience while simultaneously gaining exposure to managerial responsibilities. This unique blend of hands-on learning and leadership development aims to prepare participants for a future role in Food and Beverage Management.
The program provides an in-depth experience across various departments within the food and beverage operations, ensuring that MID participants are well-rounded in every aspect of the business. By the end of the program, which typically spans a set rotation period, participants are expected to have the skills and knowledge necessary to step into a managerial position with confidence.
Currently, we have three MIDs learning the ropes of club management, Ali Arasin, Lexie Bado, and Alycia Moravec. We have several staff on our leadership team who went through the MID program, such as our Food and Beverage Managers Kyle Biallas and Katie Gallagher. We look forward to developing the next generation of leaders in our industry!
Kyle Biallas Food & Beverage Manager
Katie Gallagher Food & Beverage Manager
WEDDINGS
As we reflect on our 2024 wedding season, Charlotte Country Club had the pleasure of hosting 18 beautiful weddings – each one just as beautiful and special as the couples who celebrated their love with us. Throughout the year, our event planning and food and
beverage teams worked closely with the families to bring their unique wedding visions to life. From ceremonies celebrated on our event lawn space to grand ballroom reveals, late-night parties, and elegant tablescapes, each wedding was truly special in its own way. The club crafted over 50 unique specialty cocktails to serve, brainstormed unique ways to present food, and created over 75 different clubhouse layouts to ensure that each wedding had the details just right. We look forward to another year filled with love, joy, and celebration and we remain committed to providing our members with an exceptional wedding experience.
Whether you are planning your own celebration, or sponsoring someone who is looking for the perfect venue, we are here to make every moment memorable. Cheers to many more weddings to come!
Written by Taylor Oikemus, Senior Event Planner
looking forward
EASTER EVENTS
We are looking forward to 2025 for our three Easter events, including our new Teen Egg Hunt! Our Annual Family Easter Eggstravaganza is set to be bigger and better than ever! This cherished tradition will feature dinner, dancing, eggcellent crafts, and a special visit from the Easter Bunny. The highlight? A thrilling Easter egg hunt with over 10,000 colorful eggs—and this year, we’re adding even more golden eggs for extra surprises! Dress your kids in their Easter best
looking back
and get ready for a hopping good time that’s sure to create unforgettable memories. As spring blossoms, we eagerly look forward to one of our most beloved traditions—our Annual Easter Brunch! This special gathering has become a highlight of the season, where family and friends come together to celebrate tradition and enjoy a spread of delicious food. It’s a time filled with laughter, love, and meaningful moments. We’re excited to share this special day with those who make it truly memorable!
GINGERBREAD BRUNCH
This past year’s Gingerbread Brunch was truly one for the books! Kicking off the morning with appearances by Minnie and Mickey, the festive spirit was in full swing. Families gathered at the beautifully decorated Clubhouse to enjoy a delicious brunch featuring seasonal dishes and treats. Back by popular demand, we decorated gingerbread houses at the Club, transforming the space into a creative holiday workshop. It was heartwarming to see families working together to craft their edible masterpieces, each unique and full of festive charm. The laughter, smiles, and holiday cheer truly brought the event to life. The event was a tremendous success, thanks to the enthusiasm of our members. Your joy and creativity made the day unforgettable. Thank you for being part of this magical tradition - we can’t wait to celebrate with you again next year!
Youth Activities
MEET OUR NEW YOUTH ACTIVITIES MANAGER, AVERY KINNAIRD
We are so excited to introduce Avery Kinnaird, our new Youth Activities Manager. Avery was born and raised in Concord, NC, and earned her bachelor's degree in hospitality management from Johnson & Wales University in Charlotte. Prior to joining the team at Charlotte Country Club, she worked as a Recreation Program Supervisor at Kiawah Island Golf Resort.
Her true passion lies in event planning and working with children, which makes this role at CCC the perfect fit! Outside of work, she spends her time with family or relaxing at home with her two beloved cats, Fred and George. She is excited to be a part of the CCC community and looks forward to creating lasting memories and meaningful connections with the wonderful families here.
It's hard to believe that the 2025 swim season is already being planned! Our chairs are working with the Interclub to schedule swim meets, but we have a few swim team events you can add to your calendars!
Wednesday, March 5 | Swim Team Registration Opens
Wednesday, April 23 | Swim Team Kickoff Party
Monday, May 5 | First Day of Practice
Wednesday, May 14 | Spirit Night
Wednesday, May 21 | Mock Meet
An email containing the link to register will be sent out to all members on Wednesday, March 5. We hope you can join us this season!
Summer Camp DATES
We know our families are busy planning their 2025. We want to help with your planning by sharing our summer camp dates! We are busy solidifying daily schedules and pricing, but please mark your calendars for the dates and themes below:
Monday June, 2 - Thursday, June 5 | DreamWorks Movie Magic
Monday, June 9 - Thursday, June 12 | Superhero Academy
Monday, June 16 - Thursday, June 19 | Wild West
Monday, June 23 - Thursday, June 26 | Blast Off to Adventure
Monday, July 6 - Thursday, July 10 | Beach Bash
Monday, July 14 - Thursday, July 17 | Wizards and Wands
Monday, July 21 - Thursday, July 24 | Lights, Camera, Action, Hollywood!
Monday, July 28 - Thursday, July 31 | Farmyard Frenzy
Monday, August 4 - Thursday, August 7 | Survivor: Who Can Outlast a Week at Summer Camp
Registration for Camp CCC will open on Wednesday, March 5.
Tennis
LADIES' MEMBER-GUEST RESULTS
Thank you to all the ladies' who joined us for our Member-Guest events this Fall! Congratulations to our winners!
6.0 & Below Ladies' Member-Guest
Wimbledon Flight Winners
Lindsey Griffin & Meghan Lay
US Open Flight Winners
Laurens Threlkeld & Rebecca Jane Ponton
Australian Open Flight Winners
Candace Price & Lindsey Pond
TENNIS SHOP
CORNER
The new year brings new products! Wilson apparel has really stepped up their products, starting with the new convertible dress. You can simply unzip the sleeve to make this a tank dress... two dresses in one!
We will continue to carry other popular brands like The Bubble, Thrive Society, Lucky in Love, IBKUL, Under Armour, and several others. If there is anything you would like to see us carry, please feel free to speak with Julie in the Tennis Shop.
6.5 & Above Ladies' Member-Guest
Wimbledon Flight Winners
Caroline Langerman & Lauren Carter
US Open Flight Winners
Mary Taylor & Stef Muhs
Australian Open Flight Winners
Margaret Bradley & Marshall Wyker
STAFF NEWS
Mary McGehee, one of our tennis professionals, and her Pro League Team won the Pro League Championships earlier this year. We are incredibly proud of Mary and her achievements. Please be sure to congratulate her the next time you see her.
GROWTH OF LADIES' INTERCLUB TENNIS
Introducing a Sixth Team in Spring of 2025
For nearly 40 years, Charlotte Country Club has had four Ladies' Interclub teams competing against other area country clubs and racquet clubs each Spring and Fall. Each team has grown to require 18 full-time players to field the weekly lineup of seven double matches, with a few substitutes who regularly attend weekly practices.
In the Spring of 2023, significant growth in new player participation in ladies' programs and other instruction allowed us to register a fifth team, CCC 5, to begin competition. Beth Jack and Elizabeth Fagg took the captain reins from the start, leading the team to immediate competitiveness. After just four short seasons, Abby Blanton and Stephanie Hanson captained the division-winning CCC 5 in the Fall of 2024. Quite an achievement!
Meanwhile, the waiting list to play Interclub has been growing again! New player participation in ladies' programs and other instruction, as well as in USTA League and Terri's Ladder play, has boomed. As a result, we will begin play for CCC 6 this Spring 2025 season, bringing our total to six Ladies' Interclub teams competing across seven divisions in Charlotte Interclub.
Recent successes include Team 3 winning their division twice, and Team 5 winning their division to avoid having an existing team as an intimidating presence in the same division. We also can't forget Team 4 winning their division by a landslide in Fall of 2024, marking a record-breaking three of five division-winning teams for our Club!
We extend our heartfelt thanks to the numerous captains, committee members, and all Interclub players for supporting this program and the great coaches who make improving fun!
INDOOR TENNIS
GET READY FOR THE INDOOR TENNIS FACILITY
We are so excited for you to experience the new Indoor Tennis Facility! Our goal was to create a premier indoor tennis environment while keeping costs in mind. This facility is one of only two in the country with sub-surface irrigated indoor clay courts, modeled after the Chevy Chase Club. This design ensures consistent playability and easier daily maintenance, without the excess moisture in the air caused by above-ground irrigation.
Most indoor seasons will begin November 1, at which time members can decide if they want to be an indoor user and avoid court fees for each usage. Not only do we expect most regular players to find this the better financial alternative, this will enable you and at least three others to reserve block court times for your weekly game.
By now, you have seen information regarding this partial season from inauguration through October 31. We look forward to hearing your feedback so that we can make any necessary adjustments prior to the first full year of operation beginning November 1.
INTRODUCING PRO-CORE SHAFT TECHNOLOGY
It’s not often that revolutionary enhancements come along in the golf industry that truly give us tangible benefits for our game. Cavity back irons, graphite shafts, and woods utilizing titanium are just a few items that come to mind when I think about game changing technology. However, I believe that something else is emerging that will enhance golf club performance and give golfers an unimaginable feel. I would like to introduce Pro-Core shaft insert technology.
What is Pro-Core? Simply put, it is a shaft dampener that weighs less than three grams and puts pressure on the inside wall of the golf shaft to not only dampen the vibrations that travel up and down the shaft during a golf shot, but to concentrate that energy back down to the head of the golf club, stabilizing the head for more pure contact. Each insert is placed into the butt end of the golf club, down the shaft to a location that allows it to fit snugly against the shaft wall at a certain amount of pressure. The pressure gauge measures the pressure precisely so that the device can give the golfer enough stress against the inside wall to optimize the feel and performance without adversely affecting the flex of the shaft or swing weight.
Shots feel more solid, dispersion is enhanced, and in many cases, distance is gained. The device has been tested extensively by golf club professionals, club fitters, and elite players using recognized launch monitors, such as TrackMan, GC2, and Flight Scope to measure its effectiveness. In essence, this device allows me, your club fitter, to truly tune in your golf clubs for optimal feel and performance based on your playing ability. The patented polymer in the insert, which decreases the vibrations, has given me a totally pleasurable feeling in shot feedback that’s hard to describe. Feel Pro-Core for yourself and schedule a club fit and installation in the Golf House.
Wrennie Love, Custom Club Fitting Professional
Golf
TOUR AMBASSADOR PROGRAM
Did you know we have a Tour Ambassador Program (TAP) in place at our Club? This program allows golfers who are pursuing advancement of their golf career (participation in Q-School, playing a full professional schedule, or participating in a qualifying tournament) to utilize our golf facilities for practice. We allow a maximum of 12 golfers to join our program within a calendar year and they must be approved by the Green and Grounds Committee. Please introduce yourself next time you see one of our TAP golfers on the course!
Trevor Cone | Virginia Tech | Age 32
Two full wins on the Korn Fery Tour
Full status on thr 2025 PGA Tour
Patrick Cover | UNC Wilmington | Age 28
Full Korn Ferry status in 2025
Finished 53rd on the Korn Ferry Tour in 2024
Brandon Haggy | University of California - Berkely | Age 33
Won the 2014 Byron Nelson Award at school
In 2025, will have conditional status on the Korn Ferry Tour
Mackenzie Hughes | Kent State University | Age 34
2x PGA Tour winner and FedEx Cup top 30 player
Current ranking is 52 in the world
David Kocher | University of Maryland | Age 28
Won twice on the Korn Ferry & finished 97th on the Korn Ferry in 2024
Will have full Korn Ferry status in 2025
Rachel Kuehn | Wake Forest University | Age 23
4x All American Player, turned pro in 2024
Will play on the Epson Tour in 2025
Nick Mayfield | University of South Carolina & Winthrop | Age 22
Turned professional in 2024
Will play mini-tour golf/Monday qualify for the Korn Ferry Tour in 2025
Jonathan Nielson | Clemson University | Age 21
Won his second EP Golf event as a Pro
Originally from Denmark
Caleb Surratt | University of Tennessee | Age 20
Named SEC Freshman of the Year
Currently on the LIV Golf Tour on Legion III - Captained by John Rahm
Brynn Walker | UNC Chapel Hill | Age 26
Current conditional status on the Epson Tour
Oliver Wilson | Augusta State University | Age 44
Won the 2014 Alfred Dunhill Championship & played in the 2008 Ryder Cup Current member of the DP World Tour
JUNIOR GOLF NEWS
JUNIOR CERTIFICATIONS
Congratulations on passing your Junior Certifications!
Hayes Hunt
2024 FALL TUESDAY CERTIFIED COMPETITION CHAMPION
John Langerman
TOURNAMENT RESULTS
Russell Haislip & Brian Jones Member-Member Champions
Robert Burrow & Dave Pandullo
Senior Member-Guest Champions
Gross Winners: Jeff Brown & LD Simmons
Net Winners: Al Waugh & Tom Coker
Ladies' Member-Member Champions
Gross Winners: Anne Pool & Anne Carter Smith
Net Winners: Addison Ayer & Molly Froelich
Tailgate Tournament Champions
Keith Bell & Robert Stamey
Lassie Day Champions
Gross Winners: Gaither Deaton, Carter MacBain, Shari Grams, Elizabeth Pitts
Net Winners: Elizabeth Burns, Jannell Lenhart, Melissa Murphy, Anne Carter Smith
Ford Long
2024 Four Ball Champions
L.A.B. GOLF PUTTERS NOW AVAILABLE
Lie Angle Balance (L.A.B.) technology was designed to help golfers deliver a square putter face at impact and gain consistancy on the greens. This patented technology eliminates torque and produces a repeatable swing, helping to keep the putter face square to the arc throughout the stroke. Recent studies show that approximately 85% of the ball's starting direction in putting comes from the angle of the putter face at impact. So, if you are often missing your intended line on the greens, it is very likely that your putter face at impact is the reason.
This technology was designed to help simplify the putting motion, so you can have the freedom to focus on the proper speed and direction of the putt. We are excited to announce that L.A.B. Golf putters will be offered as a new fitting option in the Golf House in 2025.
Please reach out to dperry@charlottecountryclub.org if you have any questions about L.A.B. Golf and putter fittings.
MACK FERGUSON GOLF FACILITY PHONE NUMBER
Need assistance with your bag? Text/Call: 980-205-2352
to have your golf bag taken to the range, Golf House, the 1st Tee, or the front circle of the Clubhouse.
Contacts
CHARLOTTE COUNTRY CLUB
WEDDING RECEPTIONS & EVENT SERVICES
Please contact our Charlotte Country Club Event Planners for event planning assistance on your next special event at the Club.
Allison Doane Director of Events
adoane@charlottecountryclub.org | 704.927.9894
Laurie Wilson Communications Director
lwilson@charlottecountryclub.org | 704.944.5228
YOUTH ACTIVITIES
For questions about Youth Activities and the Family Center, please contact
Jennifer Gibson Director of Youth Activities jgibson@charlottecountryclub.org | 704.944.5246 or treehouse@charlottecountryclub.org
Avery Kinnaird Youth Activities Manager akinnaird@charlottecountryclub.org 704.927.9899
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!
Mack Ferguson Golf Center 980.205.2325