Dear Member, It gives me great pleasure to leave winter behind and to welcome warmer weather, blooms on the flowers and … of course, green greens. It looks like things are starting to return to “normal” around the Club and within the community. It’s a welcome relief to resume some of the events and activities we’ve missed so much this past year. The “official” kick-off to golf season has always been the Masters Tournament. The National has its own version of the Masters on Saturday, April 10th with a 9a Shotgun. I’ll be out on the course and hope to see many of you out there as well. Please help us welcome two new team members … Michael Roskosh is our new Controller and Rachel Benevides is the new Club and Events Coordinator. Both Michael and Rachel are highlighted on page 16 of this issue. We hope to see you at the Club soon!
Steve Shrawder, President The National Golf Club steves@thenationalgolfclub.com
ISSUE HIGHLIGHTS PAGE Match Play ................................................................ 2 Masters Shotgun ....................................................... 3 The Watson Challenge ............................................ 4 Trivia Night.............................................................. 10 Golf Pre-Season Training Program ................... 12 Tennis Programs for Kids and Adults ........... 14-15
Please welcome our newest members: NATIONAL GOLF MEMBERS
Henry Belfonte Caleb & Nicole Buland Greg & Jessica Diederich Mike & Shannan Justice Billy & Vicki McLaurin Derick & Mindi Shupe Raleigh Strobel Jeff & Brooke Wichman Sidney & Joshua Young Scott & Aubrey Ziller
PURPLE ROSE MEMBERS
Adrian & Megan Clark Nicolaus Kuehn & Diane Hanke Michael & Krystal Masters Craig Willetts & Kirsten Lamberti
Nic Ingram Director of Golf nicholasi@thenationalgolfclub.com Dear Member, We can officially say spring has arrived! With warmer temperatures on the horizon, my favorite sporting event of year will soon be upon us. The Masters is only a few short weeks away and I am sure I won’t be the only golfer glued to the TV to watch the action in Augusta. Masters weekend will also bring our first event of the year on Saturday, April 10th when we’ll host our Masters Shotgun. Be sure to come out and brush the dust off your clubs. The month of April brings a good amount of other Club events highlighted on the pages to follow. Please reach out if you have any questions. Hope to see you at the Club soon. Best, Nicholas Ingram Director of Golf
APRIL HOURS of OPERATION Golf Shop Tuesday through Sunday 8a to 7p 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 (sixfoot) social distancing.
Golfers sharing a golf cart
must wear masks unless the two occupants live in the same household.
Take advantage of our Member Rewards Program and save money all year long! Cost: $200 per membership
Please see our Professional Golf Staff to join the Member Rewards Program.
Member Rewards Benefits: √ $200 in Golf Shop credit √ 10% off clubs, gloves and golf balls √ 20% off clothing √ One-time clothing purchase with 40% discount and NO LIMIT to what you can buy!
Sign up by May 31st!
Golfers must wear masks on
the golf course when within a six-foot radius of another golfer unless you live in the same household.
Format: Individual and Four-Ball Match Play If there are not enough teams to fill brackets, open matches will receive a bye. The defending champions in each division receive an automatic #1 seed and all other players will be seeded by handicap index. Divisions:
Gross Net Senior Gross
Team Gross Team Net Senior Net
Handicaps: April 20th revision date to determine seeding 100% of current handicap with strokes allocated based on lowest handicap Entry Fee: $30 per player includes winner payouts and trophies (cart fees not included) Eligibility: Open to all Full Golf, Corporate, DeuceStar and FiveStar members Registration: Register through ForeTees; call the Golf Shop if you have any questions Page 2
SATURDAY, APRIL 10th
Spring is here which means it’s time for the 2021 Masters Tournament at Augusta and the “official” start of golf season at The National Golf Club. Sign up now and join us for The National’s version of the Masters. Here’s how it works: You select a PGA Professional playing in the Masters on Saturday. Combine your net score with their Saturday score to get your “team” score. Entry Fee: $30 per person fee (plus applicable cart fees) gets you into the game and includes breakfast and prizes Tees: Men — Kintyre Tees Women — Forward Tees
Questions?
Prizes: Low Gross and Low Net will receive Golf Shop credit. Handicap: 100% of each player’s handicap will be used as of April 10th. Eligibility: Open to all Full Golf, Corporate, DeuceStar and FiveStar members
Call the Golf Shop at 816.741.0634
Open Play: Open play is available once the event is completed. How to Register: Sign up on ForeTees and request your own pairings.
Join us for Fitting Day to try out all the new equipment for Callaway, PXG, Titleist, Mizuno, and TaylorMade! Representatives from these vendors will be onsite to professionally custom-fit you for anything you may need. Details on how to schedule your fitting will be sent out for each of the events below so keep your eye out for those emails. Appointments are required and space will be limited so be sure to RSVP so you aren’t disappointed!
Saturday, April 3rd 11a to 3p
Saturday, April 17th 9a to 1p
Friday, April 23rd 11a to 3p
and
Friday, April 30th 11a to 3p
Friday, May 14th 11a to 3p
Saturday, June 19th 11a to 3p Page 3
It is with great pride that The National Golf Club of Kansas City announces its selection by Central Links Golf to host The Watson Challenge in 2021. The Watson Challenge is an annual tournament featuring 48 area golfers ... the 24 best golf professionals and the 24 best amateurs in a three-day event to identify the “best golfer in Kansas City.” The National hosted the event in 2013 and is fortunate to host this year’s event. In addition to showcasing our great golf course, we consider it a tremendous honor to host one of the greatest golfers of all time, Tom Watson. We are confident that our Club, world-class facilities and member hospitality will shine during this event. The schedule for The Watson Challenge is as follows: June 2nd ..... Player and Carnoustie Sponsor Cocktail Party June 3rd ...... Round 1 June 4th ...... Round 2 and VIP Reception hosted by all sponsors levels to include Tom Watson June 5th ...... Round 3 and Awards Ceremony
*Tee times will be available to the membership starting at 12:30 PM June 3rd-5th* The Club has selected longtime members Rick Austin and Luke Austin to be tournament chairs for this event. Their focus will be driving sponsorship activity but they will also oversee all aspects of the event. If you are interested in sponsoring The Watson Challenge, please contact either Rick or Luke; their contact information may be found below. The event proceeds benefit The First Tee of Greater Kansas City, an organization near and dear to Mr. Watson’s heart. With the generous support of our members, we are extremely optimistic that this year's Watson Challenge will be a success. As you can imagine, an event of this magnitude takes the support of our residents, community and Club membership. We’ll need between 30-40 volunteers to facilitate all of the operations which is why Mike and Debbie Sobba have once again stepped up to co-chair the volunteer committee. As members since the Club opened in July 2000, Mike and Debbie have great relationships with our members and we have no doubt that they will succeed in gathering a passionate group of volunteers to showcase the Club. If you are interested in volunteering, please reach out to Mike (msobba@strunklp.com; 816.225.8793) or Debbie (Debbie@sobba.com; 816.853.7714).
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Carnoustie - $10,000
12 Tickets 6 Parking Passes 6 Polos + 6 Quarter Zips 2 Invites to Players Cocktail Party 4 Invites to Cocktail Party with Tom Watson + photo opportunity with Tom Watson 4 Passes for Grab & Go Breakfast and Box Lunches Corporate Logo in Pairing Guide, Signage, Website
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Turnberry - $2,500
6 Tickets 3 Parking Passes 4 Polos + 4 Quarter Zips 2 Invites to Cocktail Party with Tom Watson Logo in Pairing Guide, Signage, Website
St. Andrews - $300
1 Polo + 1 Quarter Zip Invitation to Cocktail Party with Tom Watson
If you are interested in sponsoring The Watson Challenge, please contact one of our tournament chairs: Rick Austin rga7747@gmail.com 816.898.7747 Luke Austin lbaustin225@gmail.com 816.898.2816 If you are able to make a donation, please make checks payable to "Golf Foundation of Kansas City," a 501c3 organization. Checks may be dropped off at the Golf Shop or mailed to: Rick Austin 6510 Claret Parkville, MO 64152
Buy three dozen personalized Chrome Soft Golf Balls, get one dozen FREE! OPTIONS 1. Chrome Soft White, Chrome Soft White Triple Track, Chrome Soft Yellow Triple Track, Chrome Soft X White, Chrome Soft X White Triple Track 2. Personalization up to three lines with 20 characters per line 3. Black, red, blue, green, pink, purple, orange or brown block letters 4. Line Rite available in target line or straight line (up to three initials) $48 per dozen plus 1 FREE!
Orders must be submitted by April 30th
Buy three dozen, get one dozen of the same ball type FREE! OPTIONS 1. Free personalization with standard play numbers (1-4 or 5-8) Numbers 5-8 are available with Pro V1 and Pro V1x white golf balls 2. Free personalization with the same play number ($1 per dozen upcharge fee) 3. No personalization with standard play numbers (1-4 or 5-8) Numbers 5-8 available with Pro V1 and Pro V1x white golf balls 4. No personalization with the same play number ($1 per dozen upcharge fee) $54 per dozen plus 1 FREE!
Orders must be submitted by April 18th
Place your order before the deadline! Call the Golf Shop at 816.741.0634 or email Ryan Dodd at rdodd@thenationalgolfclub.com
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Dear Member, One of the goals that I set for our team in the past year was to mitigate the spread of poa annua on our greens. If the poa is left unchecked, it will become a much bigger problem in the future. My newsletters over the past year have documented the use of a new product called PoaCure on test plots at different locations on the golf course. These locations are on the back third of #7 green, the west half of the chipping green and the north half of our nursery green. We saw great success in poa reduction in these test plots over the past season and I feel confident enough in this product to use it on all of the greens starting this month. We will make three applications, spaced two weeks apart starting at the beginning of April. Toward the end of the month of April, you will notice the poa starting to senesce or die off. It will turn from a yellowish-orange color to brown when it dies off by the end of May or early June. We have a very high percentage of poa on these greens (some I would estimate at 60%), so expect some major discoloration on the greens during this initial phase of the program. In the following months, we will push the growth of the bentgrass with fertilizer and growth products to grow into the voids left by the poa. It will take multiple applications to eradicate the majority of the poa which is why this will be a three-year program with applications taking place in the spring and fall. The final goal is to be 95% poa free. You will see less discoloration along the way as more poa is removed and the bentgrass takes over.
The advantages of eliminating the poa are many, but a smoother putting surface with no seedheads and better heat and disease resistance are the most prominent. Visually, the greens will also look better since the blotchy look of the poa will be eliminated. The option of using PoaCure to eliminate the poa is gradual (three years), but it allows us to keep the facility open and avoid closing for six months or even a year if we were to gas the greens (using Methyl Bromide) and reseed, or completely rebuild the greens. The quality of the putting surface should not be affected during this process. As always, thank you for your cooperation and support. Please contact me should you have any questions.
Regards, Gary Sailer, CGCS Director of Golf Course Maintenance garys@fivestarlifestyles.com
The photos below show the success we had in reducing the poa population on our test plots on the back of #7, on the west half of the chipping green and on the north half of our nursery green during this past season.
August 28, 2020
May 28, 2020 Page 6
This most-recent photo (on the far right) shows the PoaCure treated area on the top of the red line and the non-treated area below the red line. Poa can be identified as the lime green colored speckles or patches.
March 15, 2021
Josh Nahm Director of Instruction joshn@thenationalgolfclub.com
WIN A FREE LESSON!
Email joshn@thenationalgolfclub.com with your prediction on who you think will win the Masters and what the winning score will be. If you pick the correct winner and the correct score, you’ll win a FREE hour-long lesson with Director of Instruction, Josh Nahm! In case of multiple winning entries, each will be entered into a drawing for the free lesson. Entries will close at 11p on Wednesday, April 7th so get your guess in now! Email Josh: joshn@thenationalgolfclub.com
JOSH’S “REPORT CARD” Junior golf is extremely important to me. The young golfers today are the ones that will continue to grow and improve the game tomorrow, and it is so important that they learn to play the game correctly and start early. For those of you that may have started playing golf later in your adult life, imagine how much more you would enjoy the game now if you had started when you were young. Now imagine if you had not only started young, but learned proper technique before you had a chance to ingrain all the bad habits that come along from trying to learn the game by ourselves.
√ Josh was named one of the TOP 25 junior coaches in the country! √ Josh’s students have over 20 AJGA tournament victories √ Josh’s students have 100+ junior tournament victories √ Josh’s students have over 20 collegiate tournament victories √ Josh teaches the #6 junior girl and #4 junior male in the world!
Things would most likely be very different, wouldn’t they?
Check out joshnahmgolf.com to view videos to improve your swing and distance and sign up for lessons!
When we learn to do things with proper form and technique from the beginning, we learn quicker and we perform better. There are fewer obstacles to overcome, so we improve faster, and improving is what leads to enjoyment of the game.
SCHEDULE A PRIVATE LESSON One-hour lesson $150 Junior one-hour lessons $125
I got the chance to witness this over and over again during my time as lead instructor at the Hank Haney International Junior Golf Academy. I’ve given more than 10,000 lessons to juniors, and over 100 of my students have received golf scholarships to Division 1 and Division 2 schools. Why not give your child or grandchild the opportunity to be their best on the golf course!
Josh Nahm Director of Instruction
Schedule your lesson today: joshn@thenationalgolfclub.com joshnahmgolf.com 910.610.7094 Gift Certificates available for hour-long lessons or five-lesson packages; valid through 2021. 60-Minute Junior Lesson $125 60-Minute Adult Lesson $150 Five 60-Minute Junior Lessons $575 Five 60-Minute Adult Lessons $675 Purchase your certificate at: www.joshnahmgolf.com/rates.html Page 7
Hello ladies! The Ladies Golf Association Opening Day is Tuesday, April 20th. We’ll start the day with a Breakfast Meeting at 8:15a, followed by 9-Hole Golf, weather permitting. We would love to have you join us for Opening Day. If you would like to attend, please notify the Golf Shop or sign up on ForeTees. RSVPs are due by Tuesday, April 13th so that we have time to order food for the breakfast. The LGA is planning an exciting year for 2021! Each Tuesday, we will have a competitivefriendly game and we’ll continue to offer the “Just-for-Fun” option of 9-holes or 18-holes for those looking for a fun-only outing. In addition to the weekly activities, we are planning outstanding Guest Days and women’s Interclub events. Annual dues are $85 for competitive play (18-hole golf to earn Golf Shop credit) or $45 for our “Just-for-Fun” group offering 9-hole or 18-hole golf. See details below. To join the LGA, simply complete the form on the next page and bring it to Opening Day along with your check made payable to Morning Belles. If you are unable to join us for Opening Day but still want to be part of the LGA, please mail your registration form to Doris McBride, LGA Treasurer, at 7065 Waters Edge, Parkville, MO 64152. We would love to have you JOIN US
LGA OFFICERS Chair
Karen Hass
Co-Chairs Pat Booth Lori Snyder
Secretary
Gail Michels
Treasurer
Doris McBride
Sports Chair
We look forward to seeing you for Opening Day and on the course!
Michelle Wolf
Happy golfing,
Marilyn Lewis Edna Schieber
Historian
Karen Hass
COMMITTEES
OPENING DAY and BREAKFAST MEETING
The Ladies’ Golf Association 2021 Opening Day is Tuesday, April 20th. Our Breakfast Meeting starts at 8:15a, followed by 9-Hole Golf. Sign up on ForeTees or contact the Golf Shop at 816.741.0634. The annual membership fee to join the LGA is $85 which includes the following:
Some of our “Just-for-Fun” ladies and new members!
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Opening Day Breakfast Prize Funds for Weekly and Season-Long Games Closing Day Lunch Annual Holiday Party
The LGA will offer a “Just-for-Fun” option again this year! This is a great choice for those who don't want competition but still want the on-course experience and social aspects of the game. With this option, play as many holes as you want (9 or 18), pick the ball up and drop it wherever you want, skip holes ... it's all up to you! The “Just-for-Fun” membership fee is $45 and includes everything above except prizes.
June 22nd ......................... LGA Guest Day (frills) July 16th-17th ................... Doubler Member/Member August 11th-13th ............. Morning Belle Member/Guest September 14th .............. LGA Guest Day (no frills) September 21st-22nd .... Ladies’ Club Championship October 12th .................... Closing Day
Susie Probst
Team Play Captain Jill Goad
MEMBERSHIP IN THE LGA
Morning Belle Chair
TEAM PLAY May 6th, May 20th, June 16th, June 29th, July 7th, July 13th, July 19th and August 2nd
WGAKC Captain Kathy Campbell
For more information, please contact Andy Rumbaugh andyr@thenationalgolfclub.com
or
Karen Hass kickn.hass@gmail.com
WGAKC PLAY April 29th, May 12th, May 25th, June 17th, July 21st, July 28th, August 23rd, August 24th, September 13th and September 28th
2021 REGISTRATION and DIRECTORY INFORMATION Morning Belles Ladies’ Golf Association Founded 2001 The National Golf Club of Kansas City Please, return this form with your check to Doris McBride at the address listed below. Alternatively, you may bring them to Doris on Opening Day — April 20th.) Complete the form as you wish your contact information to be listed. Current members may add their name and check the box below if the information is the same as last year. Make your check payable to Morning Belles: $85 for Competitive Ladies; $45 for Just-for-Fun Ladies
My information has not changed in the past year. Name _________________________________________ Spouse __________________________________________ Address __________________________________________________________________________________________
City _______________________________________ Birthday _______________________________ Month
State __________________ Zip _______________________ __________________ Day
Email ____________________________________________________________ Phone Numbers:
Please include your area code if not 816 Home Phone __________________________________ Cell Phone __________________________________
Mail your completed form and check to: Doris McBride, LGA Treasurer 7065 Waters Edge Parkville, MO 64152
For Office Use Only Date of Deposit ____________________________
Recorded ______________ Check # __________________ Page 9
Let’s start April with some FUN for the kids! The Easter Bunny will be hopping by on Saturday, April 3rd from 10a to noon. Drive through the porte cochere so the kids can see the Bunny and get a bag of treats! A fun, free family event! The fun continues with something for the “big” kids on Wednesday, April 7th from 5p-7p in The Mixed Grill. Buy a Stella Artois, and have your name or message engraved on a take-home chalice. The first Stella is $15; refills are $3! Our March Trivia Night was so popular, we’re going to host the event monthly. Join us for our next Trivia Night on Wednesday, April 21st. See details below. Starting this month, our weekly specials will be offered from Wednesday through Saturday. Our hours are also changing. We’ll now be open Tuesday through Saturday from 11a-9p; Sundays from 11a-7p.
April 7th 5p-7p Buy a STELLA and have your name or personal message engraved!
We’re kicking off the opening of the Olde Locker Room Bar during Masters Week! Starting Wednesday, April 7th, we will have a bar in the Olde Locker Room from 4p-8p (Wednesday-Friday). We’re working on staffing and hope to install a few new TVs. This will be a great 21+ only option for members and their guests to enjoy a celebratory drink after a round, have a bite to eat, play cards or enjoy cigars on the balcony. Thank you for your patience as we work out the details for fully utilizing this great space. We look forward to seeing you soon! Jack Meyers Director of Food & Beverage jackm@thenationalgolfclub.com
Wednesday, April 21st 6p to 8p
Put your trivia knowledge to the test at Trivia Night with emcee, Nathan Halstead. Teams of up to 6 players will compete for CASH PRIZES! The entry fee is $10 per person (cash only please). All cash goes toward the PRIZE money! All ages are welcome to play. Appetizer and drink specials will be available! Reservations REQUIRED due to limited seating: 816.746.0200
Napa Valley Quilt Cabernet Sauvignon $48/bottle for dine-in $275 for a case of six bottles Tax and service fee additional Page 10
Wednesday, May 12th DETAILS COMING SOON!
SAFETY PROTOCOLS The following protocols are in place at The National and will be strictly enforced: Daily temperature checks required for all associates, members and guests; anyone with a temperature of 100.4 or higher will be denied entry. All associates will wear face masks at all times. Members must be seated (inside and outside). Members and guests are required to wear a mask per Platte County's ordinance while inside or outside (except while actively eating or drinking). Associates wash and sanitize their hands frequently throughout service. Tables and chairs are sanitized after each seating. Linen tablecloths are changed after each seating. Disposable menus are used; straws and condiments available upon request. Only contactless member charge payment allowed Clubhouse restroom touch-points are sanitized throughout the day, according to CDC guidelines. Members and guests must maintain proper social distancing at all times. If you are sick, please stay home. Practice diligent personal hygiene.
FITNESS CENTER DAILY HOURS OF OPERATION: 5a to 10p
Dear Member,
By popular request, we’re once again offering our Golf Pre-Season Training Program starting the week of April 19th. The six-week program is now available to both women and men! Here’s your opportunity to improve your golf-specific physical fitness, apply those improvements to your game and get ready to make 2021 YOUR season! See complete details on the next page and be sure to register as space will be limited. With warmer temps heading our way, Bootcamp classes will meet outside at the Tennis Courts when weather permits. During inclement weather, Bootcamp sessions will continue to be offered on Zoom. See the Zoom meeting ID and passcode on the next page. Drew Tanner Director of Fitness
Warmer temps also mean that swimsuit weather can’t be far away. Are you in the best shape you want to be in as we head into summer? Call me at 401.316.5659 to schedule your personal training sessions and let’s get you in great shape for the summer! We’re happy to report that towel service is resuming and showers will be available for member use as of April 1st. Our other safety protocols (listed below) remain in place. We’d like to thank everyone for following these rules and keeping yourself and others safe. Drew Tanner Director of Fitness 816.505.4254 andrewt@thenationalgolfclub.com
SAFETY PROTOCOLS
Here are the protocols in place at the Fitness Center to keep everyone safe: The minimum age to use the Fitness
Center is 14; 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. Each individual must sign in. This will be strictly enforced. Members only; no guests allowed. NO EXCEPTIONS. Towel service and showers are now available at the Fitness Center. The water bottle filling station is 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 except when working on cardio equipment, doing vigorous exercise and are socially distanced from others. All equipment must be wiped down before and after each use with the provided wipes. Page 11
Jennifer Newcomer Licensed Massage Therapist Massage therapy reduces muscle tension and makes us feel better. Here are just a few of the OTHER benefits that massage therapy can provide:
Improves circulation Reduces stress hormones Increases joint mobility and flexibility Improves skin tone Improves recovery of soft tissue injuries Boosts immunity Relieves headaches Soothes anxiety and depression Improves sleep Counteracts extensive sitting and computer work Please contact Jennifer to arrange your massage or purchase a gift certificate:
massage@thenationalgolfclub.com 816.666.7327
MASSAGE RATES
30 minutes.......... $45 60 minutes ......... $75 90 minutes ......... $100
CHAIR MASSAGE
15-minute seated, clothed $15
LIFE COACHING $60 per hour
3rd Annual GOLF PRE-SEASON TRAINING PROGRAM at The National Golf Club
FOR MEN AND WOMEN! Get ready for a fantastic year of golf with the 3rd Annual Golf Pre-Season Training Program at The National, starting April 19th. This year, the program will be offered to both men and women. This six-week program, led by Director of Golf, Drew Tanner; National Personal Trainer and Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) Certified Fitness Instructor, Sarah Stout; and Assistant Golf Professional, Andy Rumbaugh, will help you improve your golf-specific physical fitness and help you apply those improvements to every aspect of your game.
PROGRAM INCLUDES
The Titleist Performance Institute 16-point physical screen to identify imbalances and weaknesses that are detrimental to your golf swing
Six 30-minute one-on-one sessions with Sarah Stout (for women participants) or Drew Tanner (for men participants) to improve your specific issues identified by the TPI screen
Six progressive take-home programs given to you each week to continue to correct these imbalances
Six 1-hour group training classes focused on developing golf-specific strength.* Sarah will lead the women’s classes; Drew will lead the men’s classes.
Three 1-hour golf clinics** with Andy Rumbaugh, covering everything from driving to putting and how to apply the physical tools you are developing in your fitness sessions
*GROUP TRAINING sessions will be offered once per week.
Days/times based on participant availability. Additional classes may be offered, depending on participant schedules.
YOUR TRAINERS Drew Tanner Director of Fitness
Sarah Stout Personal Trainer and Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) Certified Fitness Instructor
Andy Rumbaugh Assistant Golf Professional
**CLINICS will be held outside (weather permitting) on the following dates. Men’s Clinics will take place at 10a; Women’s Clinics will take place at 11a. April 24th May 8th May 22nd
PROGRAM DATES
The 6-week program starts the week of April 19th for both men and women.
PROGRAM FEE The fee for this 6-week program is $299+ ($400 value!) Page 12
For questions or to register for this Golf Pre-Season Training Program, please contact: Drew Tanner, Director of Fitness 816.505.4254 andrewt@thenationalgolfclub.com
GROUP EXERCISE CLASSES ARE FREE FOR MEMBERS!
VINYASA YOGA Mondays 9a to 10a Fridays 8a to 9a LOCATION: Ladies’ Locker Room The National Clubhouse Join Jenny Musgrave, Yoga Instructor and National member, for Vinyasa Yoga, focusing on a variety of poses, proper alignment and linking movement with breath.
All levels welcome!
Drew Tanner Director of Fitness
MIND BODY BALANCE
BOOTCAMP
Tuesdays & Thursdays 7:30a to 8:30a
Wednesdays & Fridays 7:15a to 8:15a
ZOOM: This class is taught online via Zoom to accommodate members who feel safer exercising from their own homes.
LOCATION: This class meets outside at the Tennis Courts when weather permits; otherwise, we’ll continue to offer online via Zoom with the following log-on:
Meeting ID: 5288449639 Passcode: 052288 It’s a different class each week with Kelly Hrisak. Includes yoga poses, yoga with weights, Pilates, toning exercises and low-impact cardio.
Sarah Stout Personal Trainer
Jenny Musgrave Group Exercise Instructor
Meeting ID: 5760915545 Passcode: PLANK Keep your heart rate and calorie burn high! Julie Brookings leads this workout mix of total body strength exercises with fat-blasting cardio intervals.
Julie Brookings Group Exercise Instructor
Kelly Hrisak Group Exercise Instructor Page 13
Carolina Mayorga-Perry Tennis Professional 816.746.0200, ext. 196 Cell: 816.550.0475 carolinam@thenationalgolfclub.com
6-Week Session: April 19th-May 29th Registration open through April 12th Register via email to carolinam@thenationalgolfclub.com Minimum four players Maximum eight players
USTA Net Generation Program
Scaling the game down to their size (court, racquets and special balls) makes the learning process a lot easier and much more fun! The kids will develop motor skills and strengthen physical ability while they have fun, learn teamwork and acquire leadership skills.
Rising Stars — ages 7 to 8
Players learn basic stroke techniques and purpose of the game. Tuesdays from 4:30p-5:30p
Orange Ball; 60x18-foot court with 21-23 inch racquets 6-WEEK SESSION FEE: $110
Orange Crushers — ages 8 to 10
Players learn to rally, serve and play a match. Based on skill level, this group works 30-60 minutes on skill and 30 minutes on instructional match play. Wednesdays from 4:30p-6p (FULL) NEW SESSION ADDED SATURDAYS from 9:30a-11a
Orange Ball; 60x36-foot court with 25-inch racquets 6-WEEK SESSION FEE: $165
Green Smashers — ages 12 and under
Game-based clinic for kids with tennis experience. Players work on consistency, ball placement, footwork and strength while playing games. Based on skill level, this group works 30-60 minutes on skill and 30 minutes on instructional match play. Mondays from 4:30p-6p
Green Dot Ball; full-sized court with 25-26 inch racquets 6-WEEK SESSION FEE: $165
Teen Tennis — ages 13 and up
Game-based clinic for kids with tennis experience. Players work on improving stroke technique and developing better consistency and footwork. Based on skill level, this group works 30-60 minutes on skill and 30 minutes on instructional match play. Thursdays from 4:30p-6p
Yellow Ball; full-sized court
6-WEEK SESSION FEE: $165
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KANSAS CITY JUNIOR TENNIS LEAGUE (KCJTL) A junior novice league for kids who understand the game and are starting to compete. SEE DETAILS ON THE NEXT PAGE!
Kansas City Junior Tencap League register through May 10th league play begins June 7th Join The National’s Junior Tennis Team! Play friendly singles and/or doubles matches (home or away) during a six-week season. This is a novice league for kids who are starting to compete and understand the game. Players must be able to serve at least 50% of their serves and be able to keep score to be eligible to play.
ADULT CLINICS 6-Week Session April 19th-May 29th
DIVISIONS: 10 and Under, 12 and Under and 13 and Up; Boys, Girls or Coed KCJTL PROGRAM DATES: June 7th through July 15th; Register NOW through May 10th COST: $250 fee include league and tournament registration, 6-week once/ week practice, league matches, challenge days and team shirt SCHEDULE OF MATCHES: 13 and Up...........Thursdays 12:45p to 3p 12 and Under.....Tuesdays 12:45p to 3p 10 and Under ....Mondays 12:45p to 2:30p
DOUBLES CLINIC
6-Week Session April 19th through May 29th
Register by April 12th
Wednesdays 9:30a-10:30a Game-based clinic for players with some tennis experience. Focus on strategy and positioning for the game of doubles. Minimum 4 players required 6-WEEK SESSION FEE: $110
CARDIO TENNIS
Practice schedule to be determined.
Wednesdays and Saturdays at 8:30a
Must RSVP by Monday of each week
High-intensity workout for players of all levels. Come join the fun! Minimum 4 players required PAY-AS-YOU-GO FEE: $20 per clinic
JTL PRE-CAMP June 1st, 2nd and 4th
Register by May 25th!
Get ready for our KCJTL season by playing practice matches and working on your footwork. COST: $20 per day CAMP DATES: June 1st, 2nd and 4th CAMP TIMES: 10 and Under ....10a to 11a 12 and Under.....9a to 1a 13 and Up...........11a to 12p REGISTRATION: Minimum 4 players per session Maximum 8 players per session Register by May 25th by contacting Carolina: 816.550.0475 carolinam@thenationalgolfclub.com
TENNIS INSTRUCTION
Private and semi-private lessons available. Fees: $59 for one-hour private lesson $40 for 30-minute private lesson Three-and-a-Pro: Three students play alongside Carolina for one hour at a rate of $25 per player
RACQUET STRINGING
Racquet stringing is available with prices range from $30 to $45, depending on string selection. Please contact Carolina at 816.550.0475 to make arrangements.
CANCELLATION POLICY
To provide better service, the following policies will be adhered to:
Clinics cannot be pro-rated. Your account will be charged prior to the start of a session. No refunds can be made. Private lessons must be cancelled 24 hours in advance or you will be charged. A minimum of six participants is needed each time for an event to be held. A $10 fee applies for late event/clinic registrations. Times and days may be subject to change. If there are less than three participants, a clinic will be cancelled or rescheduled. Rain outs may be rescheduled during weekends. Page 15
STAFF DIRECTORY The National Clubhouse Information or reservations: 816.746.0200 concierge@thenationalgolfclub.com Golf Shop 816.741.0634 Steve Shrawder Club President 816.505.4250 steves@thenationalgolfclub.com Rachel Benavides Club and Events Coordinator 816.505.4285 rachelb@thenationalgolfclub.com Michael Roskosh Controller 816.505.4289 michaelr@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 Ryan Dodd PGA Head Golf Professional 480.332.4029 rdodd@thenationalgolfclub.com Jack Meyers Director of Food & Beverage 816.746.0200, ext. 137 jackm@thenationalgolfclub.com Tammy Romero Assistant Director of Food & Beverage 816.746.0200, ext. 134 tammyr@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 Jennifer Newcomer Licensed Massage Therapist 816.666.7327 massage@thenationalgolfclub.com Matt Bashara Chief Operating Officer mattb@fivestarlifestyles.com Page 16
Rachel Benavides
Meet Rachel Benavides, The National’s new Club and Events Coordinator. Rachel is a Texas native who came to the Midwest for college, loved the area, and decided to stay. She graduated from Benedictine College and went to Missouri Western for graduate school. Rachel loves sports and is a huge Chiefs fan. She has loads of energy and positivity and always has a smile on her face. Rachel is excited and thankful about this opportunity and looks forward to meeting and assisting you in her new role.
Michael Roskosh
Our new FiveStar Controller, Michael Roskosh, joined the team after four years at Woodside and two years with The Kincaid Group. Michael was born in Albuquerque, grew up in Colorado Springs and attended the University of Maine where he was on the football team for two years. Michael enjoys spending time with his wife, Katie; 16-month-old daughter, Londyn; and their two dogs, Roscoe and Riley. He loves cheering on the Chiefs and Yankees, working in his woodshop and spending time on his newly found obsession … the game of golf!
Please congratulate these associates who are celebrating a company anniversary this month.
Maricela Ayala Cornejo — 19 years Benito Avila Gavilanes — 19 years Kyle Golos — 6 years Graham Edelman — 5 years Eric Burkeen — 4 years Jennifer Gensler — 3 years Kyle Lee — 2 years
COVER PHOTO A beauty shot of #18 graces this month’s cover. If you would like to share a photo of the course, Clubhouse or grounds that you personally took, please email it to: Diana Miller Cooper Communications and Marketing Leader dianac@thenationalgolfclub.com
