Dear Member, As we enter the last month of 2020, I know I am not alone when I say “good bye and good riddance” to a year riddled with a worldwide pandemic, a heated election, increased anxiety, extreme worry and terrible loss. This holiday season will be unlike any other — to cap off a year that was unlike any other. Instead of wishing you happy holidays, what I really wish for you is warmth, joy and tranquility. I hope you are able to hold on to memories from holidays past and know that things will get better. I sincerely thank you for sticking with us through this incredibly difficult year. Your support, coupled with an amazing ownership group and a dedicated team of hard-working associates, humbles me and makes me truly thankful and grateful.
Steve Shrawder, President The National Golf Club steves@thenationalgolfclub.com
Please welcome our newest members: Alan & Melissa Geiss Greg & Kimberly Luken Matt Willmore
ISSUE HIGHLIGHTS PAGE Junior Golf Winter Camp.................... 3 Match Play Champions ...................... 4 Golf Shop Holiday Sale ....................... 5 Golf Course Maintenance ................... 6 The National Scrapbook .................... 9 Fitness Center Update....................... 10
On this page you’ll find the most up-to-date information regarding the procedures and protocols in place for Club operations. We appreciate your support and commitment to the health and safety of one another and our associates. By working together and adhering to county ordinances and CDC recommendations, we are optimistic that we are doing everything possible to keep members and associates safe. Please contact The National Clubhouse at 816.746.0200 if you have questions. THE NATIONAL AND DEUCE CLUBHOUSE DINING The National’s Mixed Grill, Dining Room, Watson Library and Veranda are open for dining, BY RESERVATION ONLY, in two-hour windows. Limited dining is available. Please check in at the Concierge desk no earlier than 10 minutes prior to your reservation time. No reservations are required for The Deuce Grill. To-go orders must be placed at least 30 minutes prior to closing. National Hours Deuce Hours Monday: Closed Monday: Closed Tuesday: 11a to 7p Tuesday through Sunday Wednesday: 11a to 7p 11a to 6p Thursday: 11a to 8p Friday: 11a to 8p The Deuce Grill Saturday: 11a to 8p will close for the season Sunday: 11a to 7p after Sunday, December 6th HOLIDAY HOURS Thursday, December 24th — Christmas Eve Clubhouses and Golf Facilities Closed Friday, December 25th — Christmas Day Clubhouses and Golf Facilities Closed Friday, January 1st — New Year’s Day Clubhouses and Golf Facilities Closed PROTECTING MEMBERS AND STAFF The following protocols are in place at both The National and The Deuce. These procedures will be strictly enforced: Mandatory daily temperature checks for all associates,
members and guests entering the facilities. Anyone with a temperature of 100.4 or higher will be denied entry. All associates will wear face masks at all times. Members and their guests are required to wear a mask in accordance with Platte County's ordinance while inside or outside the buildings (except while actively eating or drinking). This includes the Veranda and Terrace area. Associates will wash and sanitize their hands frequently throughout service. Tables and chairs will be sanitized after each seating. Linen tablecloths at The National Clubhouse will be changed after each seating. Disposable menus will be used. Straws and condiments available upon request. Only contact-less payment via member charge is allowed Clubhouse restroom touch-points are sanitized regularly throughout the day, according to CDC guidelines. All members and their guests must maintain proper social distancing at all times. If you are sick, please stay home. Practice diligent personal hygiene. Wash your hands. Page 2
GOLF OPERATIONS The Deuce Golf Shop and golf facilities are open with the hours of operation and procedures in place: Golf Shop hours: Tuesday through Sunday from 8a to 5p. Practice Facility hours: Tuesday through Sunday, 30
minutes prior to first tee time until one hour before sunset.
Access The Deuce Golf Shop through the entrance closest
to the first tee.
Access The National Golf Shop made through the back
Golf Shop entrance or the main Clubhouse entrance.
All members and their guests are required to wear a
mask in the Clubhouse in accordance with Platte County's mask ordinance and maintain proper social distancing. All members and their guests will have their temperature taken upon arrival. Anyone with a temperature of 100.4 or higher will be denied entry. Golfers sharing a golf cart must wear masks unless the two occupants live in the same household. Golfers must wear masks on the golf course when within a six-foot radius of another golfer unless you live in the same household. THE FITNESS CENTER The following procedures will be strictly enforced: The Fitness Center is open from 5a to 10p daily. Members no longer need to register for group exercise
classes in advance. Members will be signed in by the instructor upon arrival to class. The minimum age to use the Fitness Center is 14. All children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. Proper athletic attire and closed toed athletic shoes must be worn. Bathing suits and sandals will not be permitted. Sign in at the front desk and log your temperature upon arrival. This will be strictly enforced. Members only; no guests allowed. NO EXCEPTIONS. Members may access the facilities using their key fob. Showers, water fountain and towel service are not available. The water bottle filling station is still active. Members must maintain a six-foot radius between other members at all times. Due to Platte County ordinance, masks must be worn at all times while in the facility. All equipment must be wiped down before and after each use with the provided wipes. Contact Drew at 401.316.5659 to schedule your personal training sessions.
Nic Ingram Director of Golf nicholasi@thenationalgolfclub.com Dear Members, I can confidently say that this golf season has sped by the fastest for myself and our Professional Golf Staff. It seems just like yesterday we kicked off the golfing season. As we turn the page to our off-season, please remember that the last day to post scores on GHIN will be Thursday, December 31st. If you travel outside of the Midwest on vacation, you are still able to post those scores throughout the winter. Also, any outstanding Golf Shop credit must be redeemed by the end of the year. Thank you all again an incredible 2020. We hope you and your families have a great holiday season. Best, Nic Ingram
DECEMBER HOURS of OPERATION Golf Shop Tuesday through Sunday 8a to 5p Practice Facility Tuesday through Sunday 30 minutes prior to first tee time until one hour before sunset SAFETY PROTOCOLS
in accordance with Platte County’s ordinance Members/guests must wear a
mask in the Clubhouse and maintain proper (six-foot) social distancing.
Golfers sharing a golf cart
must wear masks unless the two occupants live in the same household.
Golfers must wear masks on
the golf course when within a six-foot radius of another golfer unless you live in the same household.
JUNIOR GOLF WINTER TRAINING CAMP Wednesday and Thursdays 30-minute sessions from 4p to 6p starts January 13th Junior Golf Winter Training Camp is open to all National, Deuce and Purple Rose juniors, ages 8 to 17. The 30-minute indoor sessions are offered at The National Clubhouse on Wednesdays and Thursdays from 4p to 6p, starting Wednesday, January 13th. Space is limited to three juniors per session. Fee is $15 per session or $125 for unlimited sessions. One session per day per junior. To register, please email Kyle Golos at kyleg@thenationalgolfclub.com.
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These members recently shot a hole-in-one at The Deuce! Joel Koeniguer October 16, 2020 on Hole #15 at 145 yards using an 8-iron Kimberly Mensch November 8, 2020 on Hole #11 at 98 yards using an 8-iron
Congratulations to our 2020 Match Play Champions! Individual Net – Duke Daughtery Team Net – Shawn Slavik and Chris Musgrave Ladies Individual – Karen Hass Lades Team – Diana Youngdahl and Stacie Johnson Senior Individual – Jim LaSalle Senior Team – Jim Van Proosdy and John Wilson Individual Gross – Nathan Reigert Team Gross – Dan Kilcoyne and Justin Ranes
HONORING ALL WHO SERVED
VETERANS DAY 2020
To honor the brave men and women who serve or have served our country proudly throughout the years, we invited members to bring one active military or veteran guest to join them in a round of golf, free of charge, on Veterans Day — Wednesday, November 11th.
Pictured above from left to right:
Bill Romines, Ken Zick, Malik James (guest), Evan Gosney (guest) and Jack Shafferman
Pictured above from left to right:
Todd Pfeiffer, Robert Nadeau (guest), Jesse Juarez and Josh Phillips (guest)
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Pictured from left to right:
Joel Koeniguer and David Haik (guest)
now through December 23rd Shop great savings and stock up for gift-giving!
ALL CLUBS, SHOES & BAGS 15% OFF! Elite: was $399 … now $299! Mini: was $199 … now $174!
NEW MERCHANDISE FROM TRAVIS MATHEW!
BARGAIN TABLE loaded with a wide variety of merchandise! Helpful Reminders:
ALL APPAREL AT LEAST 25% OFF!
with select apparel 50% OFF!
Golf Shop credit must be used by December 31st, 2020.
Do your holiday shopping in the Golf Shop to take advantage of the great savings and to get entered into the
Golf Shop credit may not be used to enter the Holiday Raffle.
HOLIDAY RAFFLE
Sale prices are valid for in-stock merchandise only.
Every $25 you spend gets your name entered into the Holiday Raffle with prizes valued at more than $4,000! Prizes include ... 10 GUEST FEES SMALL GROUP OUTING FREE GOLF LESSONS
and much, much more!
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Dear Member, It is hard to believe that we are closing in on the end of 2020, but I think we would all agree that putting 2020 behind us is a good thing. I am looking forward to 2021 as we continue to find ways to improve The Deuce. Below is a list of tasks that are still in progress or just finished as we close out the year as well as a few other items that will be going on throughout the winter months. Pre-emerge on all rough and native areas is complete. This is for weed control during the 2021 season. All sod work in rough areas is finished. Roundup will be sprayed on Zoysia in December, weather permitting. This is a post-emergent application for eradication of Poa and other grassy weeds. Creek bed clean-up is underway. Tree management will begin in January. This includes trimming the canopy on all trees located in the rough areas, removal of dead trees (or trees that present a safety hazard) and evaluating trees that cast unwanted shade or restrict air movement in sensitive areas. Drainage issues will be evaluated and addressed throughout the golf course.
Hole #16
That brings me to the end of this newsletter for the 2020 season. Here’s to a healthy and happy holiday season to each and every one of you and a prosperous 2021. Regards, Gary Sailer, CGCS Director of Golf Course Maintenance garys@fivestarlifestyles.com
Blowing leaves on #5
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Hole #1 on a frosty morning
Frost in the shade
You may be tempted to put those clubs away until spring but why not keep your skills sharp and work on perfecting your trouble spots so you can come out swinging in the spring. With The National’s indoor practice facility, equipped with our state-of-the-art GCQuad Launch Monitor, we’ll work together to analyze your swing, speed, launch angle, spin rate, distance and overall performance. Then we’ll formulate a personalized instruction plan to address any issues you may have.
Josh Nahm Director of Instruction joshn@thenationalgolfclub.com
Please call me at 910.610.7094 or email joshn@thenationalgolfclub.com to schedule your lesson or schedule online through my website (joshnahmgolf.com) where you’ll also find some helpful videos that may be of interest to you.
GIVE THE GIFT OF GOLF! If you’re looking for the perfect gift for your favorite golfer this holiday season, may I suggest the gift of GOLF LESSONS! Gift Certificates are available for hour-long lessons or five-lesson packages — for adults and juniors. They make GREAT stocking stuffers and are valid through 2021! Gift Certificate Options: 60-Minute Junior Lesson ................$125 60-Minute Adult Lesson ................$150 Five 60-Minute Junior Lessons .....$575 Five 60-Minute Adult Lessons ......$675 It’s easy to purchase and download your gift certificate at my website: www.joshnahmgolf.com/rates.html
I look forward to working with you (or your kids) throughout the winter months. Warmest regards, Josh
ADDITIONAL HELPFUL TIPS Check out joshnahmgolf.com to view videos to help improve your swing and distance and sign up for online lessons! SCHEDULE A PRIVATE LESSON Josh is available for private member lessons: One-hour lessons are $150 Junior one-hour lessons $125 Please call or email Josh to schedule your lesson: joshn@thenationalgolfclub.com joshnahmgolf.com 910.610.7094
The National Golf Club’s GCQuad Launch Monitor analyzes your swing, spin, speed, launch angle, rate, distance and overall performance!
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What an amazing response to our Thanksgiving Dinner To-Go this year. With 82 orders, we did the math and determined we served around 600 people! Thank you for allowing us to be part of your celebration! Now that December is here, our team will continue to provide weekly specials, speedy to-go service and a safe, sanitized environment for inClub dining at The National. In addition to regular safety protocols in place, we are under a new ordinance from the Platte County Health Department which limits groups to no more than 10 people for dining, whether inside or outside. The ordinance also requires masks worn inside and outside the Clubhouses at all times except when actively eating or drinking. Thank you for adhering to these procedures. If we all work together and play by the rules, we can save lives. It’s as simple as that. While we have traditionally shortened hours for The National Dining Room during the winter, we have decided to extend December hours to better serve you (listed below). Remember to place your to-go order no later than 30 minutes prior to closing and don’t forget RESERVATIONS are required. We hate to turn anyone away but, with limited seating due to COVID, we remain vigilant about protecting you and our staff. DECEMBER CLUBHOUSE HOURS National Hours Monday: Closed Tuesday: 11a to 7p Wednesday: 11a to 7p Thursday: 11a to 8p Friday: 11a to 8p Saturday: 11a to 8p Sunday: 11a to 7p
Deuce Hours Monday: Closed Tuesday through Sunday 11a to 6p The Deuce Grill will close for the season after Sunday, December 6th
Thank you for your continued support. We wish you and your family a safe, festive and happy holiday season! Jack Meyers Director of Food & Beverage jackm@thenationalgolfclub.com
Throughout December The National is proud to feature CLONTARF’S TRINITY PACK IRISH WHISKEY. These unique bottles actually “break” apart to create three 200ml bottles of Clontarf Single Malt, Reserve and Classic Blend. Makes a GREAT holiday gift! $28 Available for in-Club dining or take-out. Order your bottle by calling 816.746.0200. Tax and service fee additional Page 8
ENJOY A MADE-TO-ORDER
WAGYU BURGER AND FRIES $14++
Additional toppings extra. at The National Clubhouse Dine in or carry out! Consuming raw or undercooked meats may increase the risk of a foodborne illness.
FOOD & BEVERAGE MINIMUMS REMINDER Throughout 2020, in an effort to lighten the burden that came with meeting your food and beverage minimums, The Deuce postponed these requirements to allow any remaining balance to carry over to the forthcoming quarter. This policy will continue through this year; however, any unspent minimum balance needs to be spent by the end of the year. You will find your unspent minimum in a box on the bottom of your monthly statement. As a reminder, only the net price of food and beverage applies to your minimum, not including tax or service fee. Food and beverages purchased for in-Club dining or take-out service at both The Deuce and The National Clubhouses applies toward your minimum. Bottles of wine or liquor also apply toward your minimum (and make great holiday gifts).
Thank you to everyone who attended our November 4th Woodford Reserve Tasting Event! Woodford’s Brian Rosenfeld lead the tasting and taught us about this unique brand as we sampled Bourbon, Double Oaked, Woodford Malt Limited Release and Rye ‌ paired with a small plate of food items to bring out the flavors of these beverages. Thanks to Tammy Halstead and Alberto Howard from our Food & Beverage team for sharing these photos.
To cap off an unusual 2020 golf season, our November Masters Challenge allowed members to compete against fellow members with our Masters Pool.
Thanks to Jack Meyers for capturing this beauty shot of morning fog at The National Golf Club.
Thanks to Director of Food & Beverage, Jack Meyers, for sharing this photo. Page 9
Dear Member, Due to the new ordinance issued by the Platte County Health Department, the Fitness Center now requires all members to wear masks inside the facility at all times. We must also limit the number of members allowed in the facility to no more than 50% capacity and we will monitor that carefully. In addition to these new protocols, we will continue to follow and strictly enforce the following rules. We remain committed to providing you a safe place to exercise and stay healthy.
Drew Tanner Director of Fitness FITNESS CENTER HOURS OF OPERATION DAILY HOURS 5a to 10p
access with your key fob
We’re very happy to announce that FRIDAY YOGA IS BACK by popular demand! You may now participate in Vinyasa Yoga on Mondays AND Fridays from 9a to 10a (see complete details on the next page). We have also changed BOOTCAMP and MIND BODY BALANCE from in-person classes to Zoom classes in order to accommodate members who feel safer exercising from home. Please see the next page for details and instructions on how you may participate. FITNESS CENTER RULES The Fitness Center is open daily from 5a to 10p. All children under 14 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. Athletic attire and closed-toed athletic shoes must be worn. Sign in at front desk and log your temperature. This will be strictly enforced. Members only; no guests allowed. NO EXCEPTIONS. Members may access the Fitness Center using their key fob. Showers, water fountain and towel service are not available. The water bottle filling station is active. Please bring your own water and towels and take them with you when you leave. Members must maintain a six-foot radius from other members at all times. Masks must be worn at all times while in the Fitness Center. Equipment must be wiped down before and after use with provided wipes. Contact Drew at 401.316.5659 to schedule personal training sessions. Happy holidays to you and your family! I hope to see you at the Fitness Center soon. Drew Tanner, Director of Fitness 816.505.4254 andrewt@thenationalgolfclub.com
PERSONAL TRAINING HOLIDAY SALE for new and existing clients Page 10
Beat the holiday bulge or give your loved one the gift of getting off the couch after a dismal year. Whether it’s getting in shape, improving your muscle tone or improving sports performance, The National Team of Fitness Director Drew Tanner (MS, NSCA, TPI), Fitness Center Coordinator Wes Buntenbach (BS, NSCA) and Personal Trainer Sarah Stout (MS, NSCA, TPI) can build a program that works for you!
A great Stocking Stuffer idea!
10% off a package of 5 sessions 15% off a package of 10 sessions 20% off a package of 20 sessions To schedule your session or purchase a gift package, please contact: Drew Tanner, Director of Fitness 816.505.4254 andrewt@thenationalgolfclub.com
CLASSES ARE FREE FOR DEUCE ACTIVITIES MEMBERS! Members no longer need to register for classes in advance on the Calendly website. Instead, members will be signed in by the instructor when you arrive to class.
VINYASA YOGA
BOOTCAMP
FRIDAY YOGA IS BACK!
MIND BODY BALANCE
Mondays and Fridays 9a to 10a
Tuesdays & Thursdays 7:30a to 8:30a
LOCATION: Ladies’ Locker Room The National Clubhouse Join Yoga Instructor and National member, Jenny Musgrave, for Vinyasa Yoga. This class focuses on a variety of poses, proper alignment and linking movement with breath. All levels welcome!
Drew Tanner Director of Fitness
Sarah Stout Personal Trainer
ZOOM MEETING:
Moved to Zoom to accommodate members who feel safer exercising from their own homes.
Meeting ID: 5288449639 Passcode: 052288 Experience a different class each week with Group Exercise Instructor, Kelly Hrisak. Includes yoga poses, yoga with weights, Pilates mix, toning exercises and low-impact cardio to boost your cardiovascular health and keep your mind young!
Wes Buntenbach Jenny Musgrave Personal Group Exercise Trainer Instructor
Wednesdays & Fridays 7:15a to 8:15a ZOOM MEETING:
Moved to Zoom to accommodate members who feel safer exercising from their own homes.
Meeting ID: 5760915545 Passcode: PLANK Bootcamp will keep your heart rate and your calorie burn high! Julie Brookings, Group Exercise Instructor and National member, leads this efficient workout mix of total body strength exercises with fat-blasting cardio intervals.
Julie Brookings Group Exercise Instructor
Kelly Hrisak Group Exercise Instructor Page 11
STAFF DIRECTORY The Deuce Golf Club Golf Shop: 816.505.0650 Deuce Grill: 816.505.0697
Ryan Dodd PGA Head Golf Professional rdodd@thenationalgolfclub.com The National Clubhouse Information or reservations: 816.746.0200 concierge@thenationalgolfclub.com Steve Shrawder Club President 816.505.4250 steves@thenationalgolfclub.com Lori Pillatzke Controller 816.505.4289 lorip@fivestarlifestyles.com Gary Sailer, CGCS Director of Golf Course Maintenance 816.505.4262 garys@fivestarlifestyles.com Nic Ingram Director of Golf 816.505.4251 nicholasi@thenationalgolfclub.com Josh Nahm Director of Instruction 910.610.7094 joshn@thenationalgolfclub.com Jack Meyers Director of Food & Beverage 816.746.0200, ext. 137 jackm@thenationalgolfclub.com Tammy Halstead Assistant Director of Food & Beverage 816.746.0200, ext. 134 tamarah@thenationalgolfclub.com Andrew (Drew) Tanner Director of Fitness 816.505.4254 andrewt@thenationalgolfclub.com Carolina Mayorga-Perry Tennis Professional 816.550.0475 carolinam@thenationalgolfclub.com Matt Bashara Chief Operating Officer mattb@fivestarlifestyles.com
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Monday, December 7th The Deuce Grill closes for the season Thursday, December 24th Christmas Eve Clubhouses and Golf Facilities Closed Friday, December 25th Christmas Day Clubhouses and Golf Facilities Closed Friday, January 1st New Year’s Day Clubhouses and Golf Facilities Closed
INDOOR TENNIS AT THE CARRIAGE CLUB We are proud to offer reciprocal benefits at The Carriage Club, one of Kansas City’s oldest and most respected country clubs. The Carriage Club is home to 10 tennis courts (including five courts that are seasonally covered for indoor tennis), two paddle tennis courts and a pickleball court. Tennis court usage is based on availability and applicable rates will apply. (Expenses may not be charged back to your National member account.) Reservations may be made 24 hours in advance. The Carriage Club 5301 State Line Road Kansas City, MO 64112 816.363.1310
These Deuce and National associates are celebrating a company anniversary this month. Please help us congratulate these team members! Paul Grigsby — 6 years Stella Cheatum — 4 years Allie Thomas — 3 years
COVER PHOTO Thank you to Spencer Roberts for capturing this beauty shot of The Deuce at sunrise, taken last year. If you would like to share a photo that you personally took, please email it to: Diana Miller Cooper Communications and Marketing Leader dianac@thenationalgolfclub.com