BlackHorse September 2023 Newsletter

WELCOME

GENERAL MANAGER

Craig Hicks

What a scorching month it has been! Thank you for sharing your feedback on the course and its impeccable condition even during trying times I’ve relayed your comments to the team It’s been quite a challenge, but our dedicated crew has been hard at work to ensure an exceptional golfing experience every month.

Our aerification processes for the year are complete, and we ’ re anticipating fantastic greens starting in September As we move into late summer and early fall, we’ll be performing additional top dressing to guarantee smooth and firm greens

Participating in the Scratch League alongside many of you has been an absolute blast Wednesday evenings have become a fixture in my schedule, and I'm thoroughly enjoying my time on the course The quality of play has been outstanding If you haven't yet joined us, make sure to come out We’ve seen over $400 in skins (cash) as weekly prizes Last month's standout, Thomas Bannon, claimed all the winnings as the sole skin winner

Trivia night was a delightful experience, and I’m grateful to my team for putting together a wonderful evening of food and entertainment. Looking forward to having everyone join us for Bingo this month.

This month brings the excitement of crowning our new Club Champions Achieving the title of Champion golfer is truly remarkable Keith, Terry, and Jordan have been exceptional champions, and I am confident they will put up a strong defense Best of luck to everyone in this year ’ s Championship

Get ready for the upcoming Member Guest event, now known as The BlackHorse Derby This year's tournament promises an exciting blend of on-course competition and off-course engagement Don’t forget to visit the pro shop and register your team –it’s an experience you won't want to miss

MEETOURTEAM

HEAD GOLF PROFESSIONAL

Jesse Campbell, PGA jcampbell@blackhorsegolfclub com

832 220 5216

MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR

Neil Sherrod nsherrod@blackhorsegolfclub com

832 220 5219

ASSITANT GOLF PRO OF OPERATIONS

Jacob Howell

jhowell@blackhorsegolfclub com

832-220-5223

FOOD & BEVERAGE MANAGER

Erin Roper eroper@blackhorsegolfclub com

832 220 5212

GENERAL MANAGER

Craig Hicks, PGA chicks@blackhorsegolfclub.com

832.220.5210

ADMIN ASSISTANT

Starla Travis stravis@blackhorsegolfclub com 832 220 5234

EVENT SALES MANAGER

Randy Roberts rroberts@blackhorsegolfclub com 832 220 5222

CHEF

Jake Gober jgober@blackhorsegolfclub com 832 220 5212

URS:

12205 Fry Road, Cypress, TX 77433 @blackhorsegolfclub | blackhorsegolfclub.com

MEMBERSHIP UPDATE

Neil Sherrod

MEMBERSHIP

GOLFCOURSEMAINTENANCE

We are excited to share some important news that marks the beginning of a new chapter for our golf course As we bid farewell to our past and welcome the future, there are exciting developments on the horizon.

After eight years of dedicated service, Golf Course Superintendent, David Franks, will be moving on to new opportunities. We extend our gratitude for his contributions in maintaining the conditions of our course and helping to create memorable golfing moments.

As we embark on this new journey, I want to assure you that our commitment to delivering an exceptional golfing experience remains stronger than ever We are diligently searching for a new golf course superintendent who will uphold the high standards and help move our course and Club forward

Our search for the right candidate is guided by the passion, dedication, and expertise that you, our members, deserve We are confident that the incoming superintendent will not only continue the legacy we cherish but also bring fresh ideas and perspectives to elevate our golfing experience

Your support and enthusiasm during this transitional period mean the world to us We invite you to stay connected and share your thoughts as we work towards welcoming our new Superintendent with open arms

During this time of transition, work continues here with moving the Club forward! At the end of August, both courses had a light topdressing. This caused little to no disruption to play in the short run. In the long run, this process will contribute to smoother ball roll and firmer green surfaces. Pictured above is the 11th green that has this top dress work complete After applying this thin dusting of sand, the greens are watered in and if you play the next day, you would never know work was done

GOLF

HEAD GOLF PROFESSIONAL

Jesse Campbell, PGA

To streamline communication between the course and our members, we've established the BlackHorse Blog This blog will serve as the central hub for all information and links related to the ongoing events at BlackHorse, ensuring efficient updates for our membership You can stay well-informed by regularly checking the blog Access the BlackHorse Blog via this link: BlackHorse Golf Blog

Last month, we introduced the Scratch League, an all-gross event designed for season-long points and skins This new initiative has gained remarkable traction. If you haven't yet joined these events, you're definitely missing out. Just ask Thomas Bannon, who has taken home over $700 in skin money the last two weeks!

Make sure don't miss our complimentary member clinics. These sessions typically last around 30 minutes and are packed with incredibly useful topical golf tips. Still unsure about their effectiveness? Ask John Welch about his bunker skills after participating in one of our bunker clinics. Here's a preview of the focal points scheduled for September:

September 4th - Monday - "Get out of bunkers every time"

September 14th - Thursday - 8:30 A M - "Putt like Crenshaw"

September 21st - Thursday - 8:30 A M - Chipping and Pitching

September 26th - Tuesday - 5:30 P M - Punch Shots

The 2023 Club Championship takes place on September 9th and 10th this year If you're interested in participating in the Club Championship but haven't registered yet, you can easily do so by clicking the blog link This link will guide you through the sign-up process and provide you with all the necessary information I can’t wait to see who earns the Champion parking spots this year Who knows, maybe our champions can defend!

The BlackHorse Derby is approaching quickly Both the committee and the club are dedicated to making this Member-Guest event the best one yet With each passing day, more participants are signing up, and we're edging closer to reaching our maximum capacity of 120 players (comprising 60 Members and Guests) Mark your calendars for the BlackHorse Derby scheduled from October 27th - October 29th You can secure your spot by signing up at the Pro Shop, or if you prefer, we can send you a sign-up form via email as well.

F&B DIRECTOR

Erin Roper

Greetings to all the participants who joined us for Member Trivia Night! We were thrilled to have 4 enthusiastic teams with us: "Grip it and Sip it," "Bunker Busters," "No Layups," and "Salty with a twist of Lime." The competition was intense, and it all came down to the bonus round Excitingly, "Grip it and Sip it" managed to stage a comeback and secure the victory.

Meanwhile, Chef Jake has been consistently presenting enticing weekly specials at the grill We invite you to drop by and savor these delectable offerings. Additionally, the much-awaited October Fest Draft Beer has arrived! Be sure to visit us after your round of activities to treat yourself to a refreshing cold draft beer and unwind.

“Thanks for the great support thus far! We have many more exciting offerings to come. I have enjoyed gathering feedback from many of you. Come see me in the grill!” - Chef Jake

PHOTO OF THE MONTH - SEPTEMBER

This photo of the month was sent in by Becky Frederickson and she has won her choice of a guest pass or a $25 gift card to the Club The photo, taken at dusk toward the end of August, features our Par-5 ninth hole on the south course. With a great tee shot, many of our Members can take a crack at the green in two, but with trouble looming everywhere but short, a demanding second, or third, shot always awaits. Thanks Becky for the great photo. Be sure to send in your photos all month long in September for your chance to win and be featured!