Dear Member, February is upon us and we are hoping it starts with a bang. Super Bowl LV is just around the corner with our Kansas City Chiefs returning to the big game to take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Sunday, February 7th. Don’t forget the Club when planning your party food. We will be offering our full menu including pizza, chili, wings, nachos, chicken fingers, burgers, wraps and more! Call us for pick-up or delivery (for resident members) prior to the Club closing at 4p that day. We hope you enjoy a fantastic Valentine celebration with loved ones. We have planned two nights of exceptional dining so that everyone may experience a memorable holiday. Look for details and the Valentine menu in the Food and Beverage section of this newsletter. We are anxious for warm weather months to arrive, bringing us more daylight hours to spend on the course and the courts. Go Chiefs!
Chris Brems, President chrisb@lochlloyd.com
Please welcome our newest members! FULL GOLF MEMBERS Robert & Laureen Caffarelli Brent Mertz & Abigail Eccher Pat & Jackie Murphy Nino Palermo & Kelly Rhine Matt & Lauren Peterson Steven & Moriah Schowengerdt SOCIAL MEMBERS Phillip & Amy Montoya Jim & Megan Riggs Dennis & Sherri Waller
INSIDE THIS ISSUE PAGE Spring Demo Days ................................. 2 World Handicap System ...................... 2 The 2021 Whummle............................... 3 New Year’s Eve Photos ......................... 9 Whiskey & Wine of the Month.......... 10 Valentine Dinner ....................................11
As the Golf Operations team settles into February, we are hard at work getting ready for 2021. All of the behind-the-scenes work to prepare for 2021 is in full swing. The team is working diligently on calendars, booklets, flyers and all of the documents that you see throughout the year. The annual Golf Event Guide is almost complete. This year we will just be emailing a copy to each of you. The Event Guide will have the golf calendar and specific event details for each of Loch Lloyd’s golf events. This is a great tool for you to have all of the information you need at your fingertips. You’ll also be emailed the 2021 Club Information Guide, packed with relevant information including staff email addresses, phone numbers, operational hours, etc. Both of these publications will be in your in-boxes by mid-February. SEAN HANNA DIRECTOR OF GOLF seanh@lochlloyd.com
Enjoy the month of February wherever you are. Stay safe, healthy and warm! The Masters countdown has begun … 66 days and counting (depending on when you are reading this)! See you on the first tee, Sean
WORLD HANDICAP SYSTEM Approaching “In-Season”
FEBRUARY HOURS OF OPERATION Golf Shop: 9a to 5p Tuesday-Sunday Practice Facility: 9:30a to 4:30p Tuesday-Sunday FIRST TEE TIMES Tee times will begin one hour after the Golf Shop opens, weather permitting
The WHS will soon return to “in-season” mode as of March 1st. With this said, you may begin posting all scores either in the Golf Shop or online, starting that day. We will remain in the active season through December 31, 2021. One handicap question I frequently get asked is, “Should I post this score?” The answer is YES … you should absolutely post each and every score played in medal play or match play formats. The handicap system works its best and in the intended manner in which it was created when players post every score. When you only post “the good scores,” your handicap is artificially low. This will make it nearly impossible to play to your handicap in addition to making yourself the partner that no one would want to play with in a competition. Posting scores higher than you actually achieved will give you an artificially higher handicap and make you a “well known” member for all the wrong reasons. This also causes you to lose your golf mates quickly! We ask that members post every score from your rounds — including nine-hole scores. If you have questions or need assistance in utilizing the handicap system, please contact the Golf Shop.
We are excited to announce that we are scheduling Demo Days for this spring. This is a great opportunity to test out the new equipment that is available for 2021 before you make your new club purchases for the season. Sales reps from many of the major manufacturers will be on site at our Practice Facility to showcase their new equipment. Mark your calendar and save the dates! Reservations will be required!
Wednesday, April 7th 2p to 6p
Friday, March 26th Friday, April 23rd 11a to 3p
Saturday, April 17th 11a to 2p
We’re finalizing dates and times for Demo Days with these vendors, too!
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The 2021 Scotty Mark your calendar! The 2021 edition of The Scotty will be played Friday, May 14th and Saturday, May 15th. Be sure to block Sunday, May 16th on your calendar as well; in the event of unplayable conditions on Friday or Saturday, we’ll play the makeup day on Sunday. For those who have never participated in The Scotty, this is a great event. Sign up with another member and join us for a fun-filled two days of golf. Look for details coming via email in the next month or so.
DON’T MISS OUT! DON’T BE LATE! Here’s what you need to know about this year’s premier member/guest event, The Whummle: Whummle registration opens at 9:00a on 2.26.21. There will be two ways to register for the 2021 Whummle: 1. CALL the Golf Shop (816.322.2117) OR 2. WALK IN to the Golf Shop to register The first 60 teams are in. Team 61 will begin the waitlist. $700 (half of the entry fee) will be charged to your member account upon registering; the remaining $700 will be billed in April No one is automatically in … you MUST register. There will NOT be a formal registration letter mailed out this year; the ONLY way to register will be by phone or walk in. Don’t hesitate … this event will sell out quickly! Thank you for helping us spread the word.
May 5 ......................... Match Play and FourBall Begins May 14-15 .................. The Scotty May 16 ....................... Rain Date for The Scotty June 23-26 ................ The Whummle July 23-25 .................. Men’s Gross Club Championship August 6-7 ................ Club Championships September 17-18 ...... Men’s Gross Match Play September 23-25 .... The Brigadoon Classic
Congratulations to this member who recently shot a hole-in-one!
ALLEN SCHLUP Hole #5 on January 13th
The Whummle June 23rd - 26th, 2021
Have you joined Loch Lloyd’s Hole-in-One Club yet? When you enroll in our Hole-in-One Club, a $10 fee is charged to your account anytime a Hole-in-One Club member aces a hole. If YOU ace the hole, your member account is credited the full amount from all members in the Hole-in-One Club. Half of the winnings are applied as a credit in your Golf Shop credit book; the other half may be used on the day of your hole-in-one to ease the burden of the time-honored tradition of buying everyone a celebratory drink. Any leftover winnings are applied to your Golf Shop credit book.
Call the Golf Shop at 816.322.2117 to sign up The more members who join, the more $$$ you win (so tell your friends to join, too)! Page 3
It is hard to believe we’re already into February of a new year! The Golf Course Maintenance team has been working diligently through the up-and-down weather these past few months. As you can see from these graphs, the weather so far this year has been less than impressive. However, within the GCM world, we are wise not to wish for any anomalies. Boring weather can be a good thing!
AVERAGE HIGH TEMPS as of 1/18/2021
Historical 2020/2021
JEFF STEEN, CGCS DIRECTOR OF GOLF COURSE MAINTENANCE jeffs@lochlloyd.com
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Several key initiatives have developed thus far into 2021. While the safety and well-being of the associates is always the top priority, a few of the tasks we’ve been able to accomplish, or that are in the works, at the time of writing include: Removal of several dangerous and dead trees throughout the property Clearing out an abandoned drainage ditch behind the tennis courts which
had been flooding neighbors’ backyards for years
Building a new walking bridge on #13 Repairing a leak to the liner in the pond at #2 Continuing to improve the maintenance shop and work environment
While these initiatives have all been impactful, many unseen projects continue behind the scenes of GCM. Please feel free to reach out and we’d be happy to give you a quick tour of the shop or an update on any projects you may see us working on out on the course. Since I started working with the GCM team a few years ago, my goal has been to build a steadfast group of full-time associates and create a culture for all to succeed and prosper. The growth and development of our associates is a key initiative every day. I am proud of each member of this team and hope you’ll agree we have great associates working hard to provide an excellent product! Thank you, Jeff Steen, CGCS Director of Golf Course Maintenance Site of new walking bridge on #13 Respecting our neighbors … Abandoned drain on the right side of Sechrest #1 tee
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Dangerous tree removal on #17
Hello Ladies, Your LLLGA Board and Chairwomen have been at work planning for the 2021 season.
LLLGA REGISTRATION
Registration for the 2021 LLLGA will begin next month. To make the process easier for all, we will be paying membership dues via member charge. All female Full Golf or FiveStar members or spouses of the Loch Lloyd Tom Watson Signature Golf Course are eligible to join the LLLGA.
INSTRUCTIONAL CLINICS
We are working with the Golf Shop Professionals to provide instructional clinics for LLLGA members. If you are a beginner golfer, you will want to sign up for the 3-Hole Clinic. Our golf pros will work with you on the practice facility and then take you out to the golf course to play three holes, with additional instruction and guidance. The clinic will consist of four sessions with an instructional fee of $100 for all four sessions, limited terri.jayhawk88@gmail.com to the first 15 LLLGA members to sign up. There will be games and payouts just like the 9-Hole and 18-Hole league Play Days. We invite participants to stay around after the clinic and join the 9-Hole ladies at 2021 the Clubhouse for drinks and a bite to eat. This is the perfect introduction Officers to the LLLGA. Once you establish your handicap, we hope you’ll join us for our Play Days! The 3-Hole Clinic dates are as follows: Terri Thomas President Thursday, April 29th at 5p Thursday, May 6th at 5p Wilma Collado Thursday, May 20th at 5p Vice President Thursday, May 27th at 5p Helen Scott If you have an established handicap (that you may wish was a bit Secretary lower), you’ll want to take advantage of the Get-Back-in-the-Swing Sherie Bartlett Clinic. This clinic will also consist of four sessions at a fee of $100 for all Treasurer four dates and is limited to the first 25 LLLGA members to sign up. We invite participants to put your new and improved swing into practice by Amanda Schlup joining the 9-Hole ladies at 5p on Thursdays (sign up on ForeTees). The 9-Hole Coordinator Get-Back-in-the-Swing Clinic dates are: TERRI THOMAS PRESIDENT LOCH LLOYD LADIES’ GOLF ASSOCIATION
Tuesday, April 27th at 4p Thursday, April 29th at 4p Tuesday, May 4th at 4p Thursday, May 6th at 4p
2021 Chairpersons Annette Cundith Care and Concern Pat Hersma Team Play Laurie Lind and Ann Carlson Special Events Pam Hamer ICSWGA Representative Ann Carlson WGAKC Representative Linda Boice Representative at Large
We have updated our list of SAVE THE DATES (below) and are looking forward to a great season. Please note that The Brigadoon has been changed to September 23rd, 24th and 25th. Terri
March 24th ...................... Ladies’ Informational Cocktail Hour April 21st ........................... Opening Day 1p Shotgun and Celebration Dinner May 14th-15th .................. The Scotty May 16th ........................... The Scotty Rain Date June 9th ............................ Informal Guest Day June 23rd-26th ................ The Whummle July 21st-22nd .................. The Ladies’ Solheim Cup August 4th ....................... Formal Guest Day August 6th-7th ............... Club Championship August 20th-21st ............ Clash of the Clans September 23rd-25th ... The Brigadoon October 6th ..................... Closing Day Page 5
What do Rory McIlroy, Dustin Johnson, Camilo Villegas, Jordan Spieth and Justin Thomas have in common other than being extraordinary golfers? They focus on keeping their body golf ready with fitness plans designed around the biomechanics of the golf swing.
LANCE DARLING FITNESS CENTER DIRECTOR
Now that it's off season, you have extra time to invest in your body. Did you know that Loch Lloyd provides Total Yo-Golf Conditioning at the Fitness Center and by Zoom? Sessions are fun, energetic and designed to improve your golf motor skills, rotational power, rotational balance, rotational flexibility and mobility! Group sessions meet Mondays at 5:45p and Saturdays at 9:15a. Individual and small group sessions are also available. Contact Joni Van Horn, Level 2 Certified Yoga for Golfers Instructor, at 913.226.4688 or by email to: upgradeyourselfnow@gmail.com to get started today. As a reminder, we will not have fitness classes if the Belton School District cancels school due to inclement weather.
lanced@lochlloyd.com
Hope to see you at the Fitness Center soon!
Until then … keep moving!
Hours of Operation Open daily 5a to 10p with key fob access
Guest Policy
No guests are allowed in the Fitness Center at this time.
Give Your Valentine the Gift of Relaxation
Lance Darling Fitness Center Director
Inclement Weather The Fitness Center follows the Belton School District closure policy for inclement weather.
SAFETY PROTOCOLS We continue to keep the Fitness Center as safe as possible with these safety protocols strictly enforced:
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NO GUESTS ARE ALLOWED in the Fitness Center. Members must sign in and have their temperature taken upon arrival. Anyone with a temperature of 100.4 or higher will be denied entry. Hand sanitizer and wipes are provided. Member touch points such as restrooms and equipment are regularly cleaned and sanitized throughout the day. Showers remain open; Club towels are not provided. Locker room amenities are not provided. Dry saunas remain closed.
Swedish Deep Tissue Trigger Point Pregnancy Sports Massage 30 Minutes .. $45 60 Minutes .. $70 90 Minutes .. $100
Looking for the perfect gift for your Valentine this year?
Give the gift of relaxation! IN-HOME MASSAGE
Carrie provides massage therapy in your home charged to your member account, for an additional $10 fee.
Appointments available 8a to 4p Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday Weekend and evening appointments available by request.
Contact Carrie to schedule your massage or to purchase a Gift Certificate: carriem@lochlloyd.com 816.489.5294
MASSAGE THERAPY SAFETY PROTOCOLS Cleaning and sanitizing before and after each appointment. Temperature checks upon arrival. Face mask worn by Carrie. Cancellations due to illness will not result in member charge. Stay home if you don’t feel well.
Sun
Mon 1 8:30a Flow & Restore Yoga
Tue 2 8:15a Kettlefusion
Zoom ID: 714 730 1049 Passcode: 7CtD4w
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8 8:30a Flow & Restore Yoga
15 8:30a Flow & Restore Yoga
9 8:15a Kettlefusion
16 8:15a Kettlefusion
22 8:30a Flow & Restore Yoga Zoom ID: 714 730 1049 Passcode: 7CtD4w
Sat
4 8:15a TRX Iron + Sculpt
5 7a H.I.I.T FIT 7:30a Power Performance 8:15a Core + Bliss
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10 8:30a Mixed Level Vinyasa Flow Yoga
11 8:15a TRX Iron + Sculpt
12 7a H.I.I.T FIT 7:30a Power Performance 8:15a Core + Bliss
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18 8:15a TRX Iron + Sculpt
19 7a H.I.I.T FIT 7:30a Power Performance 8:15a Core + Bliss
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24 8:30a Mixed Level Vinyasa Flow Yoga
25 8:15a TRX Iron + Sculpt
26 7a H.I.I.T FIT 7:30a Power Performance 8:15a Core + Bliss
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23 8:15a Kettlefusion
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Sometimes we are tested not to show our weaknesses, but to discover our strengths.
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FLOW & RESTORE YOGA Mondays 8:30a to 9:30a MIXED LEVEL VINYASA FLOW YOGA Wednesdays 8:30a to 9:30a
FLOW & RESTORE YOGA — Mondays 8:30a to 9:30a The perfect blend of breath, movement and stillness for all levels. Class begins with gentle flowing movements linked with breath to warm and strengthen the body while increasing flexibility. We then sink into deep, supported, restorative poses, bringing students into an almost meditative state while letting the body fully relax. Flow & Restore Yoga is the perfect yoga practice combining yin and yang. February classes will be taught on Zoom (ID 714 730 1049; Passcode 7CtD4w). MIXED LEVEL VINYASA FLOW YOGA — Wednesdays 8:30a to 9:30a A fun, upbeat class linking breath and movement to create a full body workout while calming the mind. Class starts with gentle movements to warm the body, moves into poses that strengthen while creating flexibility and balance, and ends with deep relaxation in Savasana. Mixed Level Vinyasa is for yogis of almost any level, with the ability to simplify or intensify movements. Calm the body and mind while getting your daily exercise. February classes will be taught on Zoom (ID 714 730 1049; Passcode 7CtD4w). Heather also offers private lessons (for 1 to 2 members at $70 per person) or small group lessons (for 3 to 5 members at $25 per person). To schedule your lesson, please contact Heather at 785.224.8253 or heathernlayton@yahoo.com.
Callie Katz offers small group training sessions for two or more persons. Workouts are fun, relevant, customized to your needs and you’ll NEVER experience the same session twice!
with Fitness Center Instructor Callie Katz
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TUESDAYS 9:15a to 10a 10:15a to 11a 11:15a to 12p
THURSDAYS 10:15a to 11a 11a to 11:45a 11:45a to 12:30p
To sign up, please contact Callie: 913.271.7857 callies@lochlloyd.com
Member Marie Haggard shared these festive photos of New Year’s Eve at the Club. Everyone enjoyed what Marie deemed a “five-star evening,” capped with Executive Chef Damian’s “George Jetson Salute-to-the-Future” dessert which was out of this world! Page 9
Between the Super Bowl (GO CHIEFS!) and Valentine’s Day, February is shaping up to be quite the month! We have a special Valentine Dinner planned and would love to see you and your favorite Valentine at the Club on Saturday, February 13th or Sunday, February 14th. See complete details on the next page and be sure to RSVP early! We are happy to see so many of you take advantage of our weekly DINNER SPECIALS! Our chefs enjoy developing new menu items to keep things fresh in the kitchen. Speaking of new menu items … look for some changes to our menu starting this month. We’re always happy to answer any questions you may have. We hope to see you at the Club soon! Megan Hanrahan Director of Food & Beverage meganh@lochlloyd.com 816.322.1022, ext. 330
Associate Spotlight
CARLOS AVALOS Because Carlos Avalos has been at The Country Club at Loch Lloyd going on four years, you’ve no doubt seen him around the Club. Here’s your opportunity to get to know this talented young man who brings a great deal of passion and enthusiasm to the Food & Beverage team. Carlos, the Club’s most senior Bartender, enjoys whipping up a classic Gin Martini with Bombay Sapphire as his gin of choice to the brand’s citrus and botanical flavors. His favorite cocktail to make is the Boulevardier (a delicious concoction of Rye, Campari and Sweet Vermouth). I’m Nora!
In addition to his expertise behind the bar, Carlos has a culinary background and enjoys cooking. He is also an avid golfer and skateboarder and loves to travel with his family. His hobbies include professional video editing and competitive gaming. Ask Carlos about his new love … a puppy named Nora he just adopted! “The Honorable” is the first limited edition release from Wyoming’s High n’ Wicked. 12-year-old 90 proof 750ml bottle
HIGH N’ WICKED “THE HONORABLE”
Rich and assertive aromas of dark cherries, cacao nibs, toffee, apricots and cedar
Straight Bourbon Whiskey
50% OFF
Throughout February, we’re proud to feature this Wine of the Month!
15% OFF
AYRES “PERSPECTIVE” PINOT NOIR 2019
FEATURED WINES BY THE BOTTLE “FROM THE VINES” BOTTLES Available for in-Club dining only; not including Cellar Select offerings.
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$89++ available in-Club and to-go!
100% Pinot Noir Oregon’s most exclusive AVA in a bottle! Notes of sandalwood, cardamom, boysenberry and blueberry
$23++ available in-Club and to-go!
APPETIZER Smoked Salmon Terrine with Miso Vinaigrette, Chili Oil and Cilantro Coulis SOUP OR SALAD (your choice) Acorn Squash Bisque with Spicy Bacon & Pineapple and Crema Wild Greens with English Cucumber, Port Wine Poached Pear, Cashew Coulis and Pomegranate Vinaigrette
TWO DATES TO CHOOSE FROM!
Saturday, February 13th or Sunday, February 14th 5p to 9p
ENTRÉE (your choice) Sous Vide Tenderloin with Duck Confit and Wild Mushroom en Croute, Sweet Potato Puree and Glace de Viande
Please call the Clubhouse at 816.322.1022 for reservations
Pan-Seared Chilean Sea Bass with Sweet Onion Gruyere Potato Pave, Broccolini and Maltaise Sauce Colossal Lump Crab Cake with Pistachio Risotto Cake, Melon Caprese Relish and Grapefruit Saffron Beurre Blanc DESSERT Chocolate Sampler An assortment of confectionary treats $80++ per person
Reservations required. Menu not available for take-out. No substitutions available. The Clubhouse will close for all other dining options at 4p on Saturday, February 13th.
TO-GO SERVICE
GROCERIES & MORE SERVICE
CONCIERGE SERVICE
Club members who are residents may now have their to-go orders delivered (with a $20 minimum order required).
Our Groceries & More service includes meat, dairy, produce, liquor, beer, wine ... even toilet paper. Orders must be placed by 12p on Sundays with pick -up or delivery (for members who are residents) between 11a to 4p on Wednesdays. A $20 minimum order is required for delivery.
The Country Club at Loch Lloyd offers Concierge Service Tuesday through Friday, 9a to 4p, for members who are residents. Our Concierge will pick up and deliver your prepaid purchases from establishments within a 10-mile radius of the Clubhouse (not including restaurants or grocery stores).
Orders for pick-up must be received at least 30 minutes prior to closing; orders for delivery must be received at least one hour prior to closing. See our hours of operation on the next page. Place your order by calling the Clubhouse at 816.322.1022.
A $10 fee per store applies. Please call the Clubhouse for our grocery list. Please email your order to sarahd@lochlloyd.com.
A minimum 24-hour advance notice is required. Please email your request to sarahd@lochlloyd.com. Page 11
HOURS OF OPERATION Clubhouse dining is available by reservation only during the following hours of operation:
CLUBHOUSE 816.322.1022 Monday Clubhouse Closed Tuesday-Wednesday 11a to 8p Thursday-Saturday 11a to 9p Sunday 11a to 4p The Clubhouse is closing early at 4p on Saturday, February 13th for our Valentine Dinner GOLF SHOP 816.322.2117 Tuesday-Sunday 9a to 5p Practice Facility: Tuesday-Sunday 9:30a to 4:30p
OUR COVER PHOTO
One of our favorite wintry scenes graces the cover of this month’s newsletter. We thank Ed Stevens, member and resident, for sharing this beautiful photograph! Do you have a photo of the golf course, Clubhouse or community that you personally took and would like to share? If so, please send it to: Diana Miller Cooper Communications & Marketing Leader dianac@fivestarlifestyles.com
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THE TEAM AT THE COUNTRY CLUB AT LOCH LLOYD Chief Operating Officer
Matt Bashara
mattb@fivestarlifestyles.com
President
Chris Brems
chrisb@lochlloyd.com
Director of Golf
Sean Hanna
seanh@lochlloyd.com
Head Golf Professional
Jeremy Dear
jeremyd@lochlloyd.com
Director of Golf Course Maintenance
Jeff Steen
jeffs@lochlloyd.com
Golf Course Superintendent
Grant Suderman
grants@lochlloyd.com
Fitness Center Director
Lance Darling
lanced@lochlloyd.com
Executive Chef
Damian Lehman
damianl@lochlloyd.com
Sous Chef
Bradley Brown
bradleyb@lochlloyd.com
Director of Food & Beverage
Megan Hanrahan meganh@lochlloyd.com
Assistant Director of Food & Beverage
Kerianne Nunez
keriannen@lochlloyd.com
Club Administrator
Sarah Deaton
sarahd@lochlloyd.com
IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS Golf Shop: 816.322.2117 Carry-Out Orders: 816.322.1022, ext. 322 Security Front Gate: 816.322.1201 THE COUNTRY CLUB at LOCH LLOYD 16750 Country Club Drive Village of Loch Lloyd, MO 64012 816.322.1022 www.lochlloyd.com
Please help us congratulate our team members who celebrate a company anniversary this month:
Chris Watson — 24 years Matt Bashara — 10 years Robert Macan — 3 years
