August 2024 MEMBER
A Message from your Interim General Manager Kim Palmer
A Message from your Club President Ryan Craig
Straight from the Pro Shop with Golf Operations
Keeping it Green - Update from our Superintendent Pool Renovations
Events Calendar A Message From Kari your Events Associate
INTERIM GENERAL MANAGER A message from the (former)
Time for one last message from the one formerly known as your Interim General Manager.
The time spent in this role has been a pleasure. Each day was filled with new challenges and I enjoyed every second of it (ok... so maybe not every second of it but definitely, almost most of it.) You were welcoming and encouraging and, together, I believe we made positive steps forward for Loch Lloyd Country Club. A special thanks to those who went out of their way to make me feel welcome while filling these shoes. Your pop-ins were a highlight of the days, your notes will forever be filed away in my HAPPINESS FOLDER (it’s a real thing) and your words of support will stay with me. I reflect with heartfelt thanks as I turn my attention to the exciting journey ahead.
I was fortunate to be involved in the selection process of our new Club President. Not only was I looking for someone who could handle the business aspects of the Club, I was looking for someone who would take care of each of you. A patient and compassionate ear, a forward thinker who honors the past with future visions, a leader full of grace and respect. Someone who understands the immense value we have in our associates and is ready to lead Loch Lloyd into the next chapter. It is my belief we found this in Ryan Craig. With an intense hospitality philosophy and a dedication to even the smallest of details, I am confident he is the choice that will take us to the next level of excellence.
Join me in giving Ryan Craig a warm Loch Lloyd welcome.
Take care and stay well,
- Kim Palmer
CLUB PRESIDENT A message from the
Dear Loch Lloyd Members,
I am honored and excited to address you as your new Club President for the first time.
In my first week here, I've had the chance to meet many of you, and I must say, the warmth and kindness I've received have been truly heartwarming. Thank you for making me feel so welcome!
From my initial interactions, I can already see so many opportunities to become one of the premier country clubs in the Midwest, and I'm eager to get started. Over the next few weeks, my goal is to observe our Club from all angles, listen intently to everyone I meet, identify areas where we can make improvements, and tackle outstanding issues with a well-thought-out plan that benefits everyone involved.
My door is always open, and I'm eager to hear your thoughts and experiences. As my family and I settle into Kansas City, I look forward to meeting with each of you. My schedule will become more consistent around the middle of August, which will provide more opportunities for us to connect.
It's the little things that make a big difference in creating unforgettable experiences. With your feedback and patience, I'm confident we can exceed your expectations.
Thank you again for the warm welcome. I'm excited about what lies ahead and can't wait to see what we can accomplish together.
Warm regards,
OPERATIONS Golf
Sean Hanna, Director of Golf
FOLDS OF HONOR DAY: UPDATE
The annual Loch Lloyd, Folds of Honor fundraiser was once again a huge success this year Thanks to our amazing community/membership, Loch Lloyd raised nearly $50,000 this year. It was a total club effort with the help of some fantastic volunteers. In addition to the monies raised, there were some members that also won some fantastic prizes.
Danny Wastler- $500 Golf Shop Credit
Phil Pope- $500 Closest to the Pin * Phil did one better, he had a HOLE IN ONE on the hole!
Congratulations Phil!!
Trevor Uhls, Jackson Blancarte, Danny Wastler and Henry Heimsoth all made the $250 Make the Putt.
Congratulations to all winners and thank you on behalf of the Folds of Honor, who ultimately was the big winner!
PGA JR. LEAGUE CONGRATULATIONS:
Congratulations to the Loch Lloyd 17U PGA Jr. League team as they advanced to the Section Championship. Coach Noah Bisel has done a tremendous job with the entire PGA Jr. program this year, but to have a first year 17U team succeed the way this team has, is certainly quite the accomplishment
Max Yang, Cole White, Justin Ross, Justin Trott, Chance Bowen, Luke Gonzalex, Andrew Gonzalez, Pierce Williams, Will Brennan, Samuel Volker, Charlie Jennings, McClain Smith, Cooper Smith are the players on this year’s team.
Special shout out to Cole White, Max Yang, Chance Bowen, Justin Ross, Luke Gonzalez and McClain Smith who brought home the victory at the Section Championship.
Picturedfromlefttoright:McClainSmith,MaxYang,JustinRoss,ColeWhite, CoachNoahBisel,LukeGonzalez,ChanceBowen
CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS: AUGUST 3RD & 4TH
MEN’S GROSS CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP QUALIFIER: AUGUST 9TH
The Men’s Gross Club Championship qualifier will take place to determine the final six participants for the field of 16 Gross Club Championship. Tee times will begin at 2:30 PM. Registration is now open.
MEN’S GROSS CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP: AUGUST 16TH-18TH
The Men’s Gross Club Championship (Match Play) will take place over the three days. The field of 16 will tee off on Friday afternoon for 18 holes, Saturday 36 holes and Sunday finals.
ONE-DAY GUEST EVENT: AUGUST 20TH
Join us for a fun one-day event. Invite as many as three guests to play in the event. If you only have one guest, the Golf Professionals will pair your group with another twosome to form a team. The event includes a round of golf, tee gift, payouts and dinner following golf.
RAKING BUNKERS:
Raking Bunkers is not just a courtesy but a MANDATORY responsibility for ALL players. Failure to rake bunkers is unacceptable and will not be tolerated
REPAIRING BALL MARKS:
Players must repair their ball marks on every green. It is good practice to not only repair your ball mark, but to seek out additional ball marks on the green to repair.
PAIRING UP ON GOLF CARTS:
Please continue to pair up on golf carts. All members, regardless of whether you are using one of Loch Lloyd’s golf carts or your own personal golf cart, you should pair up when applicable. Two carts per foursome and if you are a fivesome, there should be no more than three carts in your group
GOLF SHOP HOURS OF OPERATION
August 5:30am – 8:00pm Tee times will begin 1 ½ hours after the Golf Shop opens, weather permitting
Join us for Club Championships Weekend where the following flights will take place for the title of Club Champion: Women’s Gross & Net, Senior Gross & Net, Men’s Net and Juniors. Registration is open now but will close on August 1st at noon - Sean
GOLF COURSE
SUPERINTENDENT Grant Suderman
A career in the turf industry automatically turns you into an amateur meteorologist. You are constantly checking the weather, either praying for rain or hoping that a huge storm just misses the golf course. In the case of this year’s 4th of July, nature’s fireworks did not miss the club as a large storm brought plenty of rainfall and flooding to the golf course. I always say to never complain about rain, but flood events are never welcome. Many golf courses are naturally built on flood plains that are very susceptible to flooding. Although Loch Lloyd is not as prone to flooding as many properties, we do have areas that flood on average 2 to 3 times a year.
Flooding of the golf course can have a devastating longterm effect, yet typically the course just needs time to drain to allow the GCM team time to repair the course
Many times, damage caused by large rain and flood events are not seen due to the planning and hard work of the maintenance team. For the cleanup process to begin, water levels of the surrounding waterways need to fall below the drainage lines on the golf course thus allowing water to drain from the course.
The drainage we installed in the fairways this past year has dramatically helped with this process as we were able to allow carts off path within 48 hours of the 4th of July flood event!
Once the water recedes the cleanup process begins. Tree damage and debris from high winds as well as debris deposited by flooding is removed from the golf course. Silt that is deposited by flooding is washed into course drains where at all possible. Any silt that has contaminated bunkers needs to be picked up and removed. New bunker sand is then brought in to replace the removed contaminated sand. In the case of heavy rain events, almost all bunkers will have large washouts where the sand on the edges of the bunkers wash down to the middle of the bunker. These bunker washouts are the most common damage from rain events and require the most strenuous labor hours to fix.
HOLE #3 FLOODING BUNKER AND ACROSS APPROACH
The washed sand will need manually pushed and/or carried back to the edges of the bunkers where it will be applied at the correct depth for golf. In the case of the 4th of July storm, it took 215 labor hours to repair the bunkers back to normal condition. This physically demanding process can have a lingering effect on the golf maintenance team that once completes fixing flood damage, is then tasked to catch up on all routine maintenance practices.
Landscaped areas where mulch is applied also requires maintenance to replace or fix washouts from large rain events. Common negative effects on turf from flooding are the deposit of the sediment and over saturation of turf. These issues can cause yellowing and turf decline due to the turf losing its ability to uptake oxygen and necessary nutrients.
We thank you for your support as we remain committed to providing Loch Lloyd Country Club with the best golfing experience in Kansas City. Please feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns at grants@lochlloyd.com.
- Grant Suderman
TEAM UNCLOGGING DRAINS ON HOLE #4 NATIVE HOLE #18 WASHED OUT BUNKERS
POOL RENOVATION & CLOSURE
Our brand-new Member-Only Pool and expanded Pool Deck are designed to be a premier social and family destination all summer long. We will be doing a complete replacement of the current pool, changing the pool orientation, and adding all new pool equipment and controls, several TVs, and a new bar area. Here's what you can expect for the grand opening Memorial Day 2025:
ZERO-ENTRY POOL FOR EASY ACCESS:
This separate pool addition will be perfect for families with small children learning to swim or anyone who prefers a gradual entry. The goal was to incorporate a safe, convenient, and seamless transition from the new pool deck to the water.
LAP LANES FOR DEDICATED SWIMMERS:
Whether you're training for a competition, practicing with the team, or just love a good workout, you'll appreciate the uninterrupted swim time with dedicated lap lanes.
EXPANDED DECK AREA WITH NEW LOUNGE FURNITURE AND TVS:
An additional 3,200 square feet has been added to our deck. With all the additional deck space, we will be adding new cabanas, chaise loungers, umbrellas, several new seating groups, and additional shaded seating options. We will also be adding several TVs, which will make this new venue a premier destination for watching sports and socializing with other Members and Member guests.
ENHANCED COMFORT AND CONVENIENCE:
We're introducing full-service hospitality at the pool so you can relax poolside while enjoying your favorite cocktails and menu items. With our newly renovated kitchen, all new equipment, and the addition of a permanent bar with full-service wait staff, you'll never have to or want to leave the pool. Additionally, we are upgrading the locker rooms, which will provide greater comfort and convenience for Members, their families, and guests.
These new Pool and expanded Deck additions are more than just upgrades; they're our commitment to providing superior amenities and making Loch Lloyd the ultimate summertime destination for Members.
As we would love to be able to snap our fingers and have all construction done overnight, we understand that constructing these new amenities will impact your current activities and usage of the Club. Below is the construction timeline for this new project to show minimal disruption so you can plan accordingly:
CLOSURE TIMELINE
Pool Closure: July 29, 2024
ANTICIPATED OPENING
Pool Opening: Memorial Day 2025
THE TEAM IS HERE FOR YOU!
The team at Loch Lloyd is dedicated to ensuring an exceptional experience for all of members and guests. To be certain our members have direct access, we provide phone numbers and emails of our team leads. This information is included on the last page of each newsletter and can also be found on our website.
While we make associates accessible to members, we encourage members to reach out during regular business hours only. If you need to contact a team member after business hours, please email or refrain from calling/texting until the opening of business the next day. Operating in this manner ensures our associates have ample personal time while off work. We also ask members refrain from exchanging/contacting associates on their personal cell phones unless they are in a Director position.
If there is an urgent manner that occurs after regular business hours, please reach out to the Club President or one of the Club Directors.
Thank you for your help in ensuring our associates also have an exceptional experience at Loch Lloyd!
ALOHA BINGO
LITTLE CHEFS CLASS
FRUIT PIZZA EDITION
Kids eat half price!
AUGUST 28TH & THE LAST WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH
HOST AN EVENT WITH US
HOMECOMING AT LOCH LLOYD: A HOW-TO GUIDE
Dear Members,
As the excitement of the homecoming season approaches, we at Loch Lloyd are thrilled to offer a special opportunity to make this event even more memorable for your kids. We warmly welcome prom and homecoming groups and are eager to help start a tradition that your families will cherish for years to come.
CREATE UNFORGETTABLE MEMORIES
With each dinner reservation, we provide a complimentary 30-minute time slot for photos During this time, a dedicated Loch Lloyd team member will escort your group around our picturesque grounds, ensuring you capture all the special moments. While the team member leads the way, parents will have the perfect opportunity to gather the group and take all the photos you desire.
IMPORTANT DETAILS FOR A SMOOTH EXPERIENCE
To ensure a seamless experience for everyon
Submit a Gate List and Arrive Early: Please provide a detailed gate list of all students and parents arriving with your group. Additionally, we recommend arriving early to allow ample time to get through the security gate at Holmes Road. This is crucial for ensuring smooth entry and a timely start to your evening.
Pre-Order Meals: We offer a limited menu for homecoming groups, and students will submit their orders online All orders must be placed one week prior to your reservation date
Respect the Timeline: With multiple groups likely to be enjoying the same experience, it is important to respect your designated time slot. This ensures that everyone has a wonderful and fair experience.
Parent Participation: When our Loch Lloyd associate is escorting the group, it is essential for all parents to help listen and keep the group moving according to the schedule
We are dedicated to making this homecoming season unforgettable for your children. Let’s create lasting memories and establish a cherished tradition at Loch Lloyd.
Warm regards,
YOUR EVENTS ASSOCIATE
LLLGA INFORMATION
July was an exciting month for our LLLGA members. We had 48 spirited golfers participate in our Red, White & Blue Blast on July 2nd. It’s the one event we host each year in which men can participate – by teeing up some fanciful libations for our ladies to enjoy as they swung by! And, they did a mighty fine job of keeping the fun flowing!
We also held our annual Solheim Cup in which 28 LLLGA members faced off in opposing Red and Blue teams to secure some bragging rights and, new this year, some cold, hard cash for winning the most matches The Red “Hot” contenders were determined to live up to their name and, on day one, managed to win one more match than their Blue opponents. However, the tables turned on day two as the Blue team streaked past their Red opponents to emerge as this year’s winners earning a two day total of 12 points to the Red team’s 9 It was a great event and we can’t wait to put our game faces on for next year’s matches!
July also provided two guest day opportunities; a 9-hole Informal Guest Day on July 24th, and an 18-hole Formal Guest Day on July 30th. We had 64 ladies participate in the 9-hole Guest Day and, as of this writing, 58 ladies are signed up to play in the 18-hole Guest Day.
The LLLGA doesn’t have any special events planned for August but we hope to see many of you at our regular play days:
PLAY DAYS:
18-holes: August 6th, 13th, 20th, and 27th
9-holes: August 7th, 14th, 21st, and 28th
As we plod through the dog days of summer, remember to stay hydrated, protect your skin and eyes from those UV rays and seek shade whenever possible when you’re out in the sun.
Until my next post, keep cool and swing easy!
LOCH LLOYD HOME AND GARDEN CLUB MEETING
Thursday, August 1st
Welcome Missouri House Representative, Sherri Gallick
9:30AM: Social time with friends
10:00AM: Business Meeting
10:45AM: Speaker - Representative Sherri Gallick
12:00PM: Chef Nic’s Tomato Pie topped with Mozzarella Cheese and Balsamic Glaze, Watermelon Gazpacho, Side Salad, and Peach a La Mode served with reservation by July 25th.
Rep Sherri Gallick will talk about session, being in house, and how the bill process works She will discuss how relationships matter if you want your bills to get referred and the bills she sponsored and cosponsored that have been signed into law She will talk about a few priority bills she will file next year
Join us as we listen to these important matters happening in the State of Missouri!
Sneak Peak for September 5th
Our speaker is Blake Touhy, decorator and designer from The Fabulous Fern in Olathe, KS. He will be demonstrating different techniques for styling outdoor planters for Fall, Christmas & Winter. Using a variety of pine, berries, ornaments, flowers & lights, Blake will show you how each planter may be decorated differently to your own unique style. With weather resistant products that hold up to their value, this demonstration is something not only to give you ideas, but to show you how fun it can be making the front of your home so inviting!
Sign up for membership now and receive an EVITE for the next meeting. Go to llhomeandgarden com / membership and dues
The Loch Lloyd Home and Garden Club features home décor, food, fashion, gardening experts, field trips, socials, & more! The annual dues are only $65.00. The friendships are priceless!
TO FIND OUT MORE OR JOIN THE CLUB, PLEASE VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT
www.llhomeandgarden.com or email llhomeandgardenclub@gmail.com
AUGUST AT THE FITNESS CENTER
The new Member-Only Recreation Complex is going to be nothing short of unbelievable. Here's exactly what's in store for you when the project is complete:
TENNIS COURTS FOR UNMATCHED QUALITY:
Two new tennis courts with post-tensioned concrete, ensuring the absolute best in court specification and quality, as we want these courts to have minimal maintenance, high durability, and to last a lifetime. They will be perfect for casual and competitive play and ideal for social matches, Club tournaments, and personalized coaching sessions.
YEAR-ROUND PICKLEBALL COURTS:
Two dedicated indoor and two outdoor pickleball courts featuring post-tensioned concrete for unmatched quality and reliability. The indoor courts will be climate-conditioned, offering large fans for the summer heat and top-of-the-line heating systems for wintertime use. They will also feature garage doors and several seating groups that will accompany the indoor courts, making this one of the most complete pickleball facilities in the region. The tennis courts will also be marked for pickleball, giving us a total of eight courts.
REFRESHED FITNESS CENTER FOR TOP-TIER TRAINING:
A complete gut and a full renovation to the fitness center with state-of-the-art equipment, expert personal trainers and massage therapists, a new lobby, locker rooms, top-of-the-line saunas, and a new roof. We are thrilled for our fitness enthusiasts as we bring them a new, refreshed area for health and wellness.
With all the exciting changes to our Recreation Complex, we will have a Club Concierge to greet Members and Member guests with a smiling face while managing court reservations and Club events, and assisting with any personal requests you may have while using the facilities.
PARKING LOT CLOSURE:
The parking lot at the Fitness Center will close Monday, July 29 and remain closed throughout construction to ensure safety during the project. Golf cart parking at the practice facility will remain available. Vehicle parking is available at the Clubhouse. If using this option, allow a 10 minute walk-time. As a reminder, there is no parking on any streets surrounding the Fitness Center.
Fitness Center access will be restricted to the upstairs entrance located near the Practice Facility and under the clocktower. Please note the last day to access/use the current Fitness Center will be September 30, 2024.
As we would love to be able to snap our fingers and have all construction done overnight, we understand that constructing these new amenities will impact your current activities and usage of the Club. Below is the construction timeline for this new project to show minimal disruption so you can plan accordingly:
CLOSURE TIMELINE:
Fitness Center Closure: October 1, 2024
ANTICIPATED OPENING:
New Recreation Complex: March 2025
-Lance
Darling
LET’S GET SOCIAL
Club President - Ryan Craig Ryanc@lochlloyd.com | 816-892-3711
Operations Director - Kim Palmer Kimp@lochlloyd.com | 816-322-1022
Director of Golf - Sean Hanna Seanh@lochlloyd com | 816-674-7882
PGA Head Golf Professional - Jeremy Dear Jeremyd@lochlloyd.com | 918-284-1705
Golf Course Superintendent - Grant Suderman Grants@lochlloyd.com | 785-448-4267
Food and Beverage Executive - Hannah Huffman Hannahh@lochlloyd com | 816-273-4835
Club Communications & Membership - Shelby Shatford Shelbys@lochlloyd.com | 816-505-4248
Concierge Associate - Ciara Mayes Ciaram@lochlloyd.com | 816-322-1022
Events Associate - Kari Amensen Karia@lochlloyd com | 816-322-1022
Real Estate Operations and Community Associate Director - Michelle Canales Michellec@lochlloyd.com | 816-892-3721
Accounting - Janessa Howell Janessah@lochlloyd.com | 816-322-5654
Fitness Director - Lance Darling Lanced@lochlloyd com | 816-322-5463