Dear Members, The golf course is beautiful, the air is fresh and crisp and the Chiefs are back! It’s a great time of year. I’m excited for the change of season and can’t wait to see the leaves change color. October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and, once again, we are proud to honor our members and associates who are warriors in this fight. In tribute, our Food & Beverage team is offering a selection of PINK WINES throughout the month of October … all priced right at only $15 a bottle and available at both The Deuce and National Clubhouses. We can’t celebrate October without some “Oktoberfest” beer specials, too. See page six for details. We hope you have the opportunity to visit us soon. The National Terrace and Veranda look very inviting and there’s nothing better than dining alfresco during the month of October. Thank you for your continued support and loyalty to the Club.
Steve Shrawder, President The National Golf Club steves@thenationalgolfclub.com
Please welcome our newest members: Matthew & Elissa Crossland Jake & Emily Miller Brook Nelson & Les Bridges Cliff & Brooke Smith Michael & Shannon Spangler Joe Thiewes & Acacia Stichter Grant & Van White Chris Wiedenmann & Veruska Baker
ISSUE HIGHLIGHTS
PAGE Titleist Fit Day ................................... 2 Ladies’ Club Champions ................. 2 Golf Bags & Tail Wags .....................3 NEW: Wagyu Wednesdays ............ 6 Oktoberfest Beer Specials .............. 6 Fitness Center Update .....................8
Nic Ingram Director of Golf nicholasi@thenationalgolfclub.com Dear Members, Fall is officially upon us and we are entering some great golfing weather days! The weather should be perfect for our MGA and LGA closing days. As our golf season starts to wind down, I would like to thank all of our members who have supported the golf operations this year. We still have plenty of good golf days remaining so hope to see you at the Club soon. Best, Nic Ingram Director of Golf
CONGRATULATIONS Dan Kilcoyne August 25, 2020 on Hole #6 at 143 yards using a 9-iron Allan Aimers August 26, 2020 on Hole #17 at 117 yards using a putting wedge Erin Priddy September 7, 2020 on Hole #15 at 111 yards using a 7-iron Jeff Szala September 17, 2020 on Hole #15 at 150 yards using a 7-iron Brent Ravenscraft September 24, 2020 on Hole #11 at 124 yards using a 9-iron
Friday, October 30th 12p to 3p Try out the entire line of Titleist equipment (including the NEW TSi Woods) and get custom-fit for anything you need at our Titleist Fit Day on October 30th from 12p to 3p at The National Clubhouse. This event is by appointment only. Please call The National Golf Shop to make your appointment: 816.741.0634
The season-long Match Play events are winding down at The Deuce and we have our first champions to report. Congratulations to Diana Youngdahl and Stacie Johnson for their Ladies’ Team Match Play Championship! They defeated Erin Priddy and Karen Hass in a hard-fought match to claim the title.
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We invite you to participate in the inaugural fundraiser to benefit Missouri's largest no-kill, open-admission animal shelter, the KC Pet Project! Sign up to compete any time between October 5th-19th in this individual stroke play competition between The Deuce and the following clubs: The Country Club at Loch Lloyd, The National Golf Club, Shadow Glen Country Club and Milburn Country Club. Registration is $50 per player with 100% of the fee going directly to this worthy non-profit organization which saves more than 11,000 homeless, abandoned and injured pets each year! The country club with the most registrations will get a special one-year kennel sponsorship at the shelter, as well as additional social media recognition to KC Pet Project’s followers (130,000 Facebook followers; 60,400 Instagram followers; and 8,132 Twitter followers). Prizes will be awarded to winners at each club.
Let's do this! Let's take on the competition and help save some animals! To register, please follow the instructions below or call the Golf Shop at 816.505.0650. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!
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Dear Members, As we head down the stretch to the end of 2020, there are still some tasks to complete, and the month of October is our last opportunity to accomplish some of these items. Here are a few things on our fall “to-do” list: This is the best month to address sod work in our
rough/cool-season areas of the course. Our focus will be cart path edges, enter/exit areas around greens and fairways, and greens surrounds. These areas will be roped off after being laid so please avoid them if possible as they will be wet from frequent watering which will make them very soft. The majority of our seeding was completed in
September, but we may be finishing up in a few areas around the course. We try to complete our seeding in the earlier part of this month since it becomes more difficult for seed to germinate as it gets cooler and frost becomes more frequent.
Hole #5
Mowing down native and trimming our creek beds is
also something we focus on this month.
Pre-emergent applications in our rough and native
areas will start later this month and into November. This depends more on soil temperature, but typically this is when we start these applications. This is for the prevention of grassy weeds in these areas. I’ve included some photos of the PoaCure applications
that we have been testing on The National throughout the year. We are also doing a test area on the back of #6 green at The Deuce this fall … so keep an eye on this area and follow our progress as we do two fall applications for poa mitigation. The first was done in mid-September and the second will be applied around October 1st.
October is also a great month to play golf before the weather gets too cold. The trees on the course will also be changing colors which is always a pleasant sight this time of the year. Enjoy your month and I look forward to seeing you around the Club! Regards, Gary Sailer, CGCS Director of Golf Course Maintenance garys@fivestarlifestyles.com
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Hole #11
May 28th
July 28th
September 17th
CONTROLLING THE CLUB FACE
Josh Nahm Director of Instruction joshn@thenationalgolfclub.com
The body responds to the club face and path. Stephen, shown below in a series of photos, would get the club laid off and the club face open at the top. From there he would have to stop rotating and flip the club to try and square the face. He could do this fairly consistently and was a good player, but didn’t know when the big foul ball was coming. By getting the shaft pitch and club face in a better position going back, Stephen was able to get into a better impact position without having to save the club face with the flip. The results were better dispersion and much better starting lines.
FACE-ON VIEW ……………… Because the club face is in a more closed position at the top and shallowing now instead of steepening, Stephen now gets more forward shaft lean with less “flip.” We never talked about his release during the lesson, this happened naturally because it was the most effective way for him to hit the ball, just like the “flip” was the most effective way for him to hit the ball with his old backswing.
ADDITIONAL HELPFUL TIPS Check out Josh’s videos at joshnahmgolf.com to 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 Page 5
Welcome October … one of my favorite months of the year! The cooler temps and colorful leaves make the Veranda a perfect venue for outdoor dining at the Club. Please keep in mind that lunch and dinner reservations for dining inside or outside at The National are required! With limitations on space due to social distancing, reservations are no longer just a suggestion. Thank you for calling ahead so that you aren’t disappointed and we have time to staff and prepare accordingly. Executive Chef Ken Hornbeck is changing things up this fall at The National Clubhouse with WAGYU WEDNESDAYS … a made-to-order Wagyu Burger and Fries for $14++ from 4p to close. Wagyu beef is highly marbled, producing more flavorful, tender, juicy burgers! Chef will also introduce NEW WEEKLY SPECIALS on Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 5p to close. Our FIVE WINES FOR $15 EACH program will continue throughout October. This month’s selections will feature PINK WINES in honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. See our featured wines below as well as our Oktoberfest Beer Specials. These specials are available at both The Deuce and National Clubhouses for dine-in or take-out service. We hope to see you at the Club soon. Thank you for your support! Jack Meyers Director of Food & Beverage jackm@thenationalgolfclub.com
ENJOY A MADE-TO-ORDER
WAGYU BURGER AND FRIES $14++
Saturday, October 31st from 6p to 8p Stop by The National Clubhouse on Saturday, October 31st from 6p to 8p so the kids can get a goodie bag for Halloween! No need to RSVP … just stop by!
Available at The National Clubhouse. Additional toppings extra. Dine in or carry out! Consuming raw or undercooked meats may increase the risk of a foodborne illness.
FIVE WINES FOR $15 EACH Tapiz Alta Rosé Zolo Signature Rosé Casal Garcia Rosé Domaine d’Arton Ysé Rosé La Sala Rosé Sangria Page 6
Tax and service fees are additional. No substitutions. For dine-in or take-out at The Deuce and The National.
Sierra Nevada Oktoberfest KC Bier Festbier Stockyards Stocktoberfest Very limited quantities; tax and service fee additional. For dine-in or take-out at The Deuce and The National. No substitutions please.
Throughout October, the Clubhouse is lit up PINK in recognition of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The stunning photo above was taken last year by member and breast cancer warrior, Nanette Chatham.
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Dear Members, We have a few changes to announce for the Fitness Center starting this month. The biggest changes involve our weekend hours of operation and registration for group exercise classes. Please see the details below and be sure to call or email if you have any questions or concerns. Our safety protocols remain in place and are outlined below. The entire fitness team is committed to providing you a safe place to exercise and stay healthy. FITNESS CENTER HOURS OF OPERATION Drew Tanner Director of Fitness FITNESS CENTER HOURS OF OPERATION DAILY HOURS 5a to 10p
The Fitness Center hours have been extended during weekends.
The facilities are now open from 5a to 10p daily. GROUP EXERCISE CLASSES Starting in October, members will no longer need to register for group exercise classes in advance on the Calendly website. Instead, members will be signed in by the group exercise instructor when you arrive to class. Vinyasa Yoga will continue to take place at The National Clubhouse on Mondays at 9a. As a reminder, equipment is provided but bringing your own mat and equipment is encouraged. Bootcamp will continue to be held on Wednesdays and Fridays at 7:15a at the Tennis Courts. Mind Body Balance returns on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7:30a at The National Clubhouse. FITNESS CENTER RULES AND GUIDELINES The minimum age to use the Fitness Center is 14. All children under 14 years of age 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 Fitness Center using their key fob. Showers, water fountain and towel service will not be available. The water bottle filling station is still active. Please bring your own water and towels and be sure to take them with you when you leave the facility. Members must maintain a six-foot radius between other members at all times. Due to Platte County ordinance, masks must be worn when social distancing is not possible. All equipment must be wiped down before and after each use with the provided wipes. Contact Drew at 401.316.5659 to schedule personal training sessions.
Thank you for taking the time to review these changes and guidelines and for sharing them with your family. I hope to see you at the Fitness Center soon! Drew Tanner Director of Fitness 816.505.4254 andrewt@thenationalgolfclub.com
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VINYASA YOGA DAY and TIME: Mondays 9a to 10a LOCATION: 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
MIND BODY BALANCE DAY and TIME: Tuesdays & Thursdays 7:30a to 8:30a LOCATION: The National Clubhouse Experience a different class each week with Kelly Hrisak, Group Exercise Instructor. Class 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
BOOTCAMP DAY and TIME: Wednesdays & Fridays 7:15a to 8:15a LOCATION: The National Tennis Courts 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 9
Carolina Mayorga-Perry Tennis Professional
ADULT TENNIS DOUBLES INTERMEDIATE CLINICS
Focus on strategy and positioning for the game of doubles. High school players welcome! Minimum 4 players required. $20 per class or $75 for 4-week session. Must register in advance. Dates: September 29th through October 26th Wednesdays 9:30a-10:30a
CARDIO TENNIS
High-intensity workout to start your weekend. All levels welcome. Minimum 4 players required. $20 per class or $75 for 4-week session. Must register in advance. Dates: September 29th through October 26th Saturdays and Tuesdays from 9a-10a
INDOOR TENNIS The National is proud to offer reciprocal benefits at The Carriage Club, one of KC’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
816.746.0200, ext. 196 Cell: 816.550.0475 carolinam@thenationalgolfclub.com
KIDS’ TENNIS USTA NET GENERATION PROGRAM Scaling the game down to their size helps make the learning process easier and more fun! The kids develop motor skills, strengthen physical ability, learn teamwork and acquire leadership skills. To ensure proper development, students must sign up for at least two days per week. Based on skill level, groups work 25 minutes on skills and 25 minutes on instructional match play.
FALL PROGRAM
Four-Week Session: September 29th-October 26th Fee: $150 for two classes per week for the entire four-week session
LIMITED NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS PER CLASS Little Stars (age 5 to 6) Tuesdays/Thursdays 6:05p-6:40p
Red Ball on 60x18 court; 35 minutes Rising Stars (ages 8 and under) Mondays/Wednesdays 5p-5:50p
Orange Ball on 60x18 court; 50 minutes
Orange Crushers (age 10 and under) Mondays/Wednesdays 4p-4:50p (advanced) Tuesdays/Thursdays 4:15p-5:05p
Orange Ball on 60x36 court; 50 minutes Green Smashers (ages 12 and under) Tuesdays/Thursdays 6:05p-6:55p
Green Dot Ball on full court; 50-minutes
To register, please contact Carolina Mayorga-Perry 816.550.0475 carolinam@thenationalgolfclub.com
Minimum of four children per clinic; maximum of six children per coach. If you are interested in registering your child for the fall tennis program but the times or days do not work with your schedule OR if your child will be attending virtual school in the fall and you prefer mid-day tennis classes, please contact Carolina at 816.550.0475
PRIVATE and SEMI-PRIVATE TENNIS LESSONS Fees:
$59 for one-hour private lesson $40 for 30-minute private lesson $220 for package of four one-hour private lessons
RACQUET STRINGING
Racquet stringing prices range from $30-45, depending on string selection. Contact Carolina at 816.550.0475 to make arrangements.
OPEN PLAY
Saturdays at 11a
CANCELLATION POLICY
Clinics can no longer be pro-rated. You will be charged prior to start of a session; no refunds available. Private lesson cancellations required 24 hours in advance. A minimum number of participants is needed for an event to be held. A $10 fee applies for late event/clinic registrations. Times and days may be subject to change. Clinics with less than three participants will be cancelled/rescheduled. Rain outs may be rescheduled during weekends. Dates are subject to change.
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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. THE NATIONAL AND DEUCE CLUBHOUSE DINING The National’s Mixed Grill, Dining Room and Veranda are open for member dining, BY RESERVATION ONLY, in two-hour windows. Limited dining is available and the Watson Library is closed. 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 no later than 30 minutes prior to closing so that our staff has time to prepare your meal. National Clubhouse Hours Deuce Clubhouse Hours Monday: Closed Monday: Closed Tuesday: 11a to 8p Tuesday: 11a to 7p Wednesday: 11a to 8p Wednesday: 11a to 9p Thursday: 11a to 9p Thursday: 11a to 9p Friday: 11a to 9p Friday: 11a to 9p Saturday: 11a to 9p Saturday: 11a to 7p Sunday: 11a to 7p Sunday: 11a to 7p 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 mask ordinance while inside the buildings (except while eating or drinking). 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 while in the buildings and on the patios. Members must also maintain proper social distancing while in line for the Snack Bar or restrooms at the Pool. If you are sick, please stay home. Practice diligent personal hygiene. Wash your hands.
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 7a to 7p. Practice Facilities hours: Tuesday through Sunday 30
minutes prior to first tee time until 7p.
Access The Deuce Golf Shop through the entrance closest
to the first tee.
All members and their guests are required to wear a
mask in accordance with Platte County's mask ordinance.
All members and their guests must maintain proper social
distancing while in the buildings.
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.
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 on the Calendly website. Members will be signed in by the instructor upon arrival to class. Vinyasa Yoga will continue to take place at The National Clubhouse on Mondays at 9a. Equipment is provided but bringing your own mat and equipment is encouraged. Bootcamp will continue to be held on Wednesdays and Fridays at 7:15a at The National Tennis Courts. Mind Body Balance returns on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 7:30a at The National Clubhouse. 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 when social distancing is not possible. 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.
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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
These National and Deuce associates are celebrating a company anniversary this month. Please help us congratulate these team members! Tammy Halstead — 10 years Gary Shirley — 5 years Kate Alvarado — 3 years
COVER PHOTO
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 Jill Saura Licensed Massage Therapist 816.820.5455 jills@thenationalgolfclub.com Matt Bashara Chief Operating Officer mattb@fivestarlifestyles.com Page 12
Thanks to Gary Sailer, Director of Golf Course Maintenance, for taking and sharing this bird’s-eye view of The Deuce. If you have a “cover-worthy” photo of the course or Clubhouse that you personally took, please email it to: Diana Miller Cooper Communications and Marketing Leader dianac@thenationalgolfclub.com