Greensboro Country Club January | February 2016
Time for Some Summer Fun!
President’s Message Dear Fellow Members, I am deeply honored and privileged to serve as club president in 2016. I have been a member of Greensboro Country Club for most of my life and have seen many changes over such a long (very long!) period of time. From a golf-centric, male dominated club with one Irving Park campus, we have grown into a family-centric, diverse collection of over 1300 members and two distinctly wonderful locations. While golf remains the preeminent core activity, fitness has become the most widely participated activity among our members, along with dining and, yes, coming to the Club to enjoy our favorite adult beverages with friends. The one thing that has not changed is the quality of the membership that has made GCC the premier country club in the Piedmont.
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We enter 2016 in another transition as we will see the arrival of a new Director of Golf in the spring, followed later by a new General Manager/CEO. During the work of the search committees, it was with great pride that we heard Greensboro Country Club referred to over and over as a top 100 club. It is a tribute to our membership and to our excellent and loyal staff, and especially to the leadership over many, many years by our volunteer boards, officers, and committees. I hope you will take the opportunity express your appreciation to 2015 President Gail Bernstein, and outgoing Board Members Garson Rice (2014 President) and Holt Gwyn. Their love and commitment to our Club was very evident by their tireless efforts on our behalf. As a Club, we are the beneficiaries of their foresight, wisdom and tremendous energy. I would like to highlight several of the other changes your board has been working on for 2016. First, we expect to unveil the much discussed Master Plan sometime in the first quarter. The nearly completed plan is a compilation of concepts of how to best utilize our limited space at our two campuses to meet the current and future needs of our membership. Your Board contracted with architects with nationally recognized expertise in country clubs to develop an objective view of how we could solve the jigsaw puzzle of fitting the various important pieces of our club into the postage stamp site at Irving Park and at the Farm. Once completed, with cost estimates and possible scheduling options, the plan will be presented for input from the entire membership. Once we have reached a consensus, the plan will become the template for any future projects.
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The thought is simply that our financial resources for capital projects are always going to be limited and we need to ensure that we don’t have to undo or redo one improvement when we choose later to do another. Everyone will be given an opportunity to weigh in on the plan and hear the thought processes that led to the construction of the plan. Speaking of capital projects, several important changes to our two locations will take place in 2016, none of which will conflict with the current Master Plan. The deteriorating old clubhouse buildings at the Farm will be demolished and the area cleaned up and landscaped. This would have taken place in 2015 but was deferred due to the winterkill expenses. Additionally, a state of the art indoor golf teaching facility will be built at the end of the Farm driving range. This addition to our golf programming will underscore our commitment to the game and its growth and offer an amenity expected of a premier country club. Lastly, an auxiliary kitchen will be constructed on the ground floor at IP to provide a specialized area for baking plus open up much needed space in our main upstairs kitchen. All of these projects are deemed important to the ongoing success of our Club. At the same time, our capital budget forecasts that our debt from our 2009 projects, the Farm course renovation, new fitness center and men’s locker room improvements, will still be reduced by over $1 million in 2016 and in keeping with the original schedule. As you read through the various department summaries in this newsletter, you will see the impact our superb professional staff, working with our voluntary advisory committees, are proposing for our sports, dining and entertainment programs. I cannot begin to express how proud we are of their commitment to provide memorable experiences and value for all Greensboro Country Club members. We are incredibly fortunate to have these gifted, loyal and hard-working individuals in our employ. And most especially, we are truly appreciative that Earl Anderson has taken a sabbatical from his retirement to return to GCC as interim General Manager to provide stability, support and guidance to our staff. We all owe him a tremendous debt of gratitude. 2016 is going to be an exciting year. The Board and I look forward to representing you in striving to continue the wonderful legacy that exists at Greensboro Country Club. I hope to see you soon at the Club!
Pete Davenport President
Membership
I want to thank all the members who supported the Club last year by sponsoring or endorsing new applicants. 2015 represented the first year since 2007 that we experienced positive net membership growth. During 2015, we accepted 48 new members and 12 reinstatements which helped offset 57 resignations for a net increase of three new members (as of our December 2015 Board meeting). As a “membership by invitation only" Club, we are dependent upon every member to help us identify individuals who will appreciate, enjoy and value all that our Club has to offer. Also, as renovations and facility upgrades are considered for both nearterm and long-term planning goals, a thriving membership will ensure these future projects and improvements come to fruition. If you have a friend, a co-worker or neighbor whose company you enjoy and extend an invitation to come over to the Club as your guest for cocktails, a meal, a round of golf, a game of tennis, an adult social event or a children’s party. These prospective members cannot experience any of these things without your invitation. But once they do, they will likely want to be part of our GCC community. Please let me, the Membership Committee or Brittany Mitchell, our Membership Director, know if you have any questions regarding how someone can become a member of our Club or how we can help showcase our Club to a prospective member. The 2016 Membership Committee (listed below) is a robust group consisting of several members who have served in prior years as well as many fresh faces. Together, we look forward to serving our Club and fostering a growing membership. I look forward to another successful year. Matthew Rankin, Chairman Membership Committee
2016 Membership Committee
Matthew Rankin (Chairman), Sydney Black, Lisa Bullock, Kelli Coley, Daniel Craft, Scott Faircloth, Brad Gregory, Ross Harris, Matt Healy, Rob Helms, Susan Kelly, Jay Kirkpatrick, Oliver Lloyd, Alex Maultsby, Ericka Medlin, Prenard Mickens, Heather Suire, Robin Tyler, Margaret White and Dan Woods
Welcome New Members! Allison Bell
Ian & Annelise Conway
Will & Hadley Creekmuir
Frank & Loyola Gilliam
Ellen Kavanagh
Joe & Jenn Kilpatrick
David & Margaret Kleisch
Derek & Janice Lane Marc Seidman & Courtney Murchison Posted Members
Remember to check our membership page on the website and the bulletin board downstairs to see all posted members. If you have any comments or concerns in regards to posted members please contact Brittany Mitchell, Membership Director, at b.mitchell@greensborocc.org.
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Membership Message
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Club News School's Out "Snow Days"!
When the snow begins to fall and the kids are out of school, bring them over to GCC for Snow Day fun! Snow Days start at 10:00 a.m. with sledding, snowman building, snowball games and warm treats. Watch your email and Facebook when the weather starts to turn, and we will let you know that it is time for snow-time fun!
Bridge Notes Ladies Day Cards
Join us for a morning of socializing and Bridge at Ladies Day Cards on Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Lunch is offered for all attendees. Upcoming dates include January 13th and 27th, and February 10th and 24th. Guests are welcome.
Save the Date! Two-Day Bridge Seminar
Save the Date for a two-day Bridge Seminar with Larry Cohen on June 28th and 29th in the Ballroom. Additional information for this event will be available soon. Space will be limited, so be sure to mark your calendar!
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Table of Contents
Employee Holiday Fund Thank YOU! The GCC staff would like to express their deep gratitude to the Members for their contributions to the Employee Holiday Fund. Thank you for your generosity. We wish you a prosperous and happy New Year!
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President's Message...............................2 Membership...........................................3 Club News...............................................4 Dining & The Farm..................................5 Special Events..................................... 6-7 Holiday Gala Photos........................... 8-9 Family & Youth Events.................... 10-11 Tennis............................................. 12-13 Golf................................................. 14-16 Turf Talk................................................17 Fitness..................................................18 Aquatics................................................19 Club Information..................................20 Cover Photo Courtesy of Aesthetic Images
Dining From the Chef The Farm
I just want to remind everyone to continue to come to the Farm for lunch and Thursday night buffets as well as our Friday night a la carte dining. We were very pleased with everyone’s response in November and December and hope for your continued support in 2016 to keep this new service going. Chef Seagraves and I are working together on the menu, changing it weekly to keep your palettes interested. Starting in January, come into the Sunset Dining Room Friday and Saturday nights and hand select your favorite cheeses from around the world from our new cheese cart. We also have two oyster nights planned on Friday, January 15th and Friday, February 19th. We will offer a special menu featuring oyster preparations to tantalize everyone’s taste buds. Are you craving succulent lobster? On Friday, January 22nd, we are bringing you a taste of New England with fresh steamed 1.5 pound lobsters with all the classic accompaniments, New England clam chowder and more. Come dine with us! Chef Greg
Sunday Grand Brunch Buffet Sunday, January 10th & Sunday, February 14th
11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | The Farm
Join us every second Sunday of the month for our Grand Brunch Buffet. Our chefs will create a varying array of breakfast and lunch favorites each month and of course, the popular chef-attended omelet and waffle bar.
Weekly Thursday Night Buffet 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. | The Farm
Join us every Thursday night as the Farm chefs create a wonderful buffet dinner with a new menu each week that mixes the best of new and creative dishes inspired by local seasonal ingredients with our existing Club favorites.
Prime Rib Buffet at the Farm Thursday, January 21st Thursday, February 18th 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. | The Farm
Enjoy our Prime Rib Buffet featuring prime rib, fried chicken, shrimp cocktail, soup and salad bar and an array of house-made pastries. $24 Adults | Children $8.50
Friday Night a la Carte Dining Fridays in January & February 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. | The Farm
Enjoy a wonderful menu which will include something for everyone - seafood, comfort food and our trademark steaks.
Make reservations by calling the Farm at (336) 288-3415.
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Happy New Year to all! As I sit here writing this letter reflecting on all the fun times we had in 2015, I am looking forward to providing even more creative and fun ways for you to enjoy your Club. The team and I have listened to many of your suggestions for better family value dining options in the Family Grille. Due to popular member request, we have planned on some fun, value-orientated themes and menus to get the family together around the dinner table. We have some great offerings for Family Tuesdays in January and February, and please share any ideas that we can try out in March and April. Along with the new focus on Tuesdays, don’t miss out on Breakfast for Dinner on Wednesday. We are currently developing new menus to be implemented by the beginning of February, focused on making the Family Grille and 1909 each have their own identity with family value in mind.
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Special Dining Events Tuesday Family Nights
Special Dining Events
Beginning Tuesday, January 5th, Chef Greg and the Food & Beverage team have planned some fun, value-oriented theme menus to get the family together at the dinner table each Tuesday night. We will also open the Pavilion to our GCC junior members from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. The space will allow our Club’s youth a chance to hang out, socialize and have some fun before and after dinner. The Pavilion will have ping pong tables, foosball, Puttskee, board games, Xbox Kinect, a lounging area and more!
Prime Rib Night
Saturday, January 9th 5:30 - 9:00 p.m. | Family Grille Enjoy a thick slice of prime rib, twice baked potato, steamed broccoli, soup and salad bar and more. $24 per person
Tuesday Family Nights in the Family Grille Taco Tuesday - Featuring Full Taco Buffet
January 5th & February 9th Includes Salad and Soup Bar | Adults $13 Children $7
The Bottomless Pasta Bowl - Parmesan Alfredo, Marinara, Meatballs, Grilled Chicken and Endless Bread Sticks January 12th & February 16th Includes Soup and Salad Bar | Adults $13 Children $7
Oyster Nights
Friday, January 15th & Friday, February 19th 6:00 - 10:00 p.m. Sunset Room Enjoy special a la carte oyster dishes prepared by the Chef.
$6 Burger Night - Fresh Ground Chuck Burger with
Lettuce, Tomato and Pickle with Fries or Fresh Hot Chips January 19th & February 23rd
Country Fried Chicken & Pizza Buffet
January 26th Includes Soup and Salad Bar | Adults $13 Children $7
Hibachi Buffet - Chicken, Beef, Sautéed Vegetables with Fried and Steamed Rice
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February 2nd Includes Miso Soup and Salad Bar | Adults $13 Children $7
Taste of New England
Friday, January 22nd 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. | Ballroom 1.5 pound lobster, New England clam chowder, cole slaw, boiled potatoes and more. For those who are landlubbers, we will have our delicious signature filet mignons available that evening. Ask your server for details. $45 per person
The Family Grille a la carte menu will also be available on Tuesday nights. Please note that the "$6 Burger Night" on January 19th and February 23rd will not be a buffet. Each $6 burger will be a la carte. The youth activities in the Pavilion will be supervised by a youth activities attendant for safety and order; however these events are not intended to be a childcare service. There is no charge for Tuesday Youth Nights in the Pavilion.
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Reservations are required. Please sign up online at www.greensborocc.org or call the Club’s receptionist at (336) 275-8506.
Special Dining Events Valentine's Day Celebrations Father & Daughter Valentine’s Dinner Dance Friday, February 5th
6:00 - 9:00 p.m. | Ballroom
Dads, spend quality time with your daughter at this very special event just for you! Chef Greg will offer a dinner buffet with the sounds of DJ Randy Smith and Aesthetic Images Photography will capture the special moments. Fathers $26 | Daughters $14 | Children Under 4 - Our Guest (Aesthetic Images Portrait $15) Jacket and Tie Required | 48-Hour Cancellation Policy in Applies
All About Wine Happy New Year! We are looking forward to building upon our wine program in 2016 by providing unique wines and exciting new wine dinner options. Our Beverage Manager, John Centore is working on finding amazing juice and great value for your taste buds. So next time you visit the Club try our great featured wines and enjoy them with your favorite dishes. We look forward to seeing you in the dining room and at our upcoming wine dinners. Cheers!
January Featured Wines
Heitz Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley 2011 Domaine Faiveley Chardonnay, Burgundy France 2013
February Featured Wines
Valentine's Day Dinners Friday, February 12th & Saturday, February 13th
6:00 - 10:00 p.m. | Sunset Room
Enjoy Valentine a la carte specials, member-sign champagne bar and music.
Domaine Faiveley Pinot Noir, Burgundy France 2012 B.R. Cohn Silver Label Cabernet, North Coast 2013
Wine Dinners Terra d'Oro
Wednesday, January 27th Friday, February 12th Saturday, February 13th and Sunday, February 14th 5:30 - 9:00 p.m. | Family Grille
Enjoy a thick slice of prime rib, twice baked potato, steamed broccoli, and soup and salad bar. $24 per person
6:30 p.m. | Ballroom Welcoming back Jeff Myers, Winemaker More to taste! Featuring an extended reception with hors d'oeuvre action stations paired with wine selections. Seated dinner to follow. $100 per person | 72-Hour Cancellation Policy Applies
Robert Biale Vineyards Thursday, March 10th
A la Carte Dining at the Farm Friday, February 12th 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. | Farm
Enjoy a la carte dining with a special Valentine's Day spark! Call the Farm at (336) 288-3415 to make reservations.
6:30 p.m. | Irving Room Featuring Dave Pramuck, Co-Founder If you love Zinfandel, this is a wine dinner you won't want to miss. Biale Vineyards has specialized in Zinfandels for over 25 years, and they will bring terrific wines and their expertise to GCC. 72-Hour Cancellation Policy Applies
Reservations are required. Please sign up online at www.greensborocc.org or call the Club’s receptionist at (336) 275-8506.
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Prime Rib Nights
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2015 Holiday Gala Holiday Gala
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December 12, 2015
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2015 Holiday Gala Holiday Gala
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December 12, 2015
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Family & Youth Activities Parent's Night Out - Crazy Hats Friday, January 15th
6:00 to 9:30 p.m. | Pavilion
It is National Hat Day! Isn't it great that hats come in all shapes, sizes, colors and styles? There's one to fit every size head and personality. Bring your favorite hat to wear, and we will be creating our very own crazy, wacky hats! Also enjoy games, a movie and dinner! $18 per Child | Ages 4 - 12
School’s Out Day
Parent's Night Out
Valentine’s Day Pajama Party and Movie Night Friday, February 12th 6:00 to 9:30 p.m. | Pavilion
While parents enjoy a special night out at GCC, bring the kids and leave the fun and games to us! Come dressed in your favorite, most comfortable PJs and enjoy a night dedicated to Valentine’s Day fun, including creating valentines and decorating cupcakes. Kids can also enjoy games, a movie and dinner! $18 per Child | Ages 4-12
Monday, January 18th
10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. | Pavilion
No school? No problem! Our School’s Out Days include arts and crafts, games, movies and much more to entertain your children so that you do not have to change your weekday schedule. Kid-friendly snacks will be offered and lunch is served from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. Ages 4 - 12 $10 per Hour for One or Two Children $15 per Hour for Three or More Children
Jack Frost Bingo
Friday, January 29th
Dinner: 6:00 p.m. | Bingo: 6:30 p.m.
Bundle up and enjoy a night of warm fun with your GCC friends and family. Spend a winter evening in the Ballroom enjoying rounds of bingo, a healthy buffet dinner, winter raffle, face painting and a visit from Jack Frost! Adults $18 | Children $10
Super Bowl Pre-Game Tailgate Party Sunday, February 7th January | February 2016
3:30 to 5:30 p.m. (Kickoff is at 6:30 p.m.) Irving Park Front Lawn (weather permitting)
Bring your family to enjoy the festivities before the big game! We will be serving up great tailgate favorites such as wings, corn dogs, chili with all the toppings and more! A member-sign bar will be available in addition to an on-site draft truck. You can even watch the pre-game fun on TV while you tailgate outside. We will have fun football games for kids of all ages including punt, pass & kick games, football boot camp obstacle courses, corn hole, face painting and more. $10 Adults | $5 Children | Children Under 4 - Our Guest
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Parent's Night Out - Tell a Fairy Tale Day
Friday, February 26th
6:00 to 9:30 p.m. | Pavilion
Once upon a time there was a special night planned just for our GCC princes, princesses, fairies and knights! They all dressed up as their favorite fairy tale creatures and joined us for an enchanting evening of magical fun! This adventure included fairy tale games, a movie, dinner and sweet treats. And they all lived happily ever after! $18 per Child | Ages 4 - 12
Wednesday Youth Nights 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. | Pavilion No Charge | Ages 4 - 12
Dodgeball Night - Wednesday, January 20th
Dip, duck, dive, and dodge into some fun! Stop by the pavilion for a quick round of dodgeball before or after enjoying some pancakes at Breakfast for Dinner!
Balloon Bonanza - Wednesday, February 3rd
POP on over to the pavilion during Breakfast for Dinner, pick out a balloon and enjoy some outrageous fun and games!
Trivia - Wednesday, February 17th
Test your wits against your friends and family in these exciting trivia competitions. Prizes will be awarded!
Reservations are required. Please sign up online at www.greensborocc.org or call the Club’s receptionist at (336) 275-8506.
Family & Youth Activities Gingerbread House Workshop December 2, 2015
Breakfast with Santa
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December 5, 2015
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Tennis Tennis Update 2016 A New Year
As we move forward to 2016, we will take the success of 2015 and build on it with more events and activities. We will offer events for adults and juniors that will be fun and competitive. We are looking forward to an exciting year of tennis programming which will give our members many opportunities to be part of GCC Tennis.
options as possible to enjoy the game as well as be a successful player. We have adopted a mission statement that strives for junior excellence in 2016: “Develop for the Future.”
We have over 100 juniors participating in our junior programs. Over 50% of our juniors are under the age of 12-years-old. As these children develop their game of tennis, we want to be sure that we have options for these kids to improve and enjoy the sport. The GCC For the Health of It Tennis Program has Future Stars, Quickstart, and USTA The AMA (American Medical Association) is endorsing Junior Team Tennis and our High Performance Elite tennis as the #1 sport and activity to stay healthy. Junior Program. Tennis gives you a cardio workout and works all different types of muscle groups - which helps your We would like your child to be a part of our Tennis balance, range of motion and tennis skills. It also helps Program and our mission statement as we move prevent injuries and most of all, it’s fun and enjoyable. forward into 2016. Greensboro Team Tennis is a great opportunity to be involved, and with support from our It is important as you get ready for spring tennis that parents, we can help develop our GCC juniors as great you stay fit during the winter. A weekly fitness pro- tennis players. We appreciate your support of our gram with 30 minutes of cardio four times a week will efforts as we move forward this New Year and make keep you in shape. We offer a Cardio Tennis class on our junior players part of GCC’s tennis future. Fridays from 12:00 to 1:30 p.m., which can help you Congratulations to Our stay fit.
2015 GCC USTA Junior Tennis Teams!
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It is also important to hit tennis balls at least two times a week, either with a weekly tennis lesson or weekly tennis games, to keep up your game in tune. This can definitely have you more prepared for competitive tennis as the outdoor season approaches. Don’t hesitate to let our Tennis professional staff help you with your winter exercise program. We are here to help with your winter "stay fit program"!
Junior Tennis
We want to congratulate our 10 & Under and 12 & Under USTA Junior Tennis Teams. Both teams finished in second place in the city this past season. Congratulations to all the junior participants! 10 & Under
John Carter Austin Tate Aycock Haydon Bode Riley Hernandez Nick Moule Jacob Shepperson
The staff is committed to increasing our junior participation in tennis. We feel as our junior tennis Tom Cascarano, USPTA players grow, we would like to give them as many Director of Tennis
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12 & Under
Solveig Andersen Tyler Coker Mary Cox Piper Crouch Mitchell DiMond Charlie Plate Banks Rogers
Tennis Winter Tennis Programs
Upcoming Events
Love-Love! The Women’s Clinic brings fun back to your game. Valentine’s Day Tennis Social Clinics Begin Monday, January 11th
Technique and strategy will be the focus each week with progress stages of lesson plans. We will work on all the shots of the game to help you better prepare for your outdoor competitive season. Our Junior Program is geared to technique and competitive strategy to help our juniors progress as a competitive or potential competitive player. We will make it fun while our juniors are still learning.
We will also offer programs for our Gate City players and a full compliment of junior lesson programs for all ages from the beginner to the high performance competitive player. Come join us in the action!
$35 per couple (Space is limited, so sign up now) (Includes food, drink, entertainment, tennis and fun) Sign up online at www.greensborocc.org or call the Tennis Pro Shop at (336) 275-8162.
Save the Date for These Upcoming Events (Watch for More Information)
Monday 12:00 p.m. Tuesday 12:00 p.m. Wednesday 12:00 p.m.
Junior Clinics Future Stars (ages 4-6) Wednesday Quickstart (8 & Under) Wednesday 10 & Under Tues &/or Thurs 12 & Under Mon &/or Wed 16 & Under Tues &/or Thurs
Ladies Gate City Tennis 2016
3:45 - 4:30 p.m. 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. 5:00 - 6:00 p.m.
The GCC Tennis Staff is getting a head start on the 2016 Ladies Gate City spring season. We are encouraging all members who have not played Gate City for GCC to participate this season. If you are a member who is interested, give the Tennis Pro Shop a call and we will place you on an appropriate team. This will give the staff a better understanding of how many players GCC will have next spring season. GCC welcomes all new Gate City players to the Club!
• Spring Fling Kickoff Social • Kids Day / Pro-Member Shoot Off Adult Activities • Singles Club Championships • Combo Doubles Club Championships • Men’s Interclub • Men’s Night • Men’s Warrior Workout • Women’s Gate City League • Women’s Night • Women’s Wine Night • Cardio Tennis • Parent/Child Event Junior Activities • Junior Singles Challenge • Junior Doubles Tournament • USTA Junior Team Tennis • High Performance Junior Programs • Summer Swim & Tennis Camp • Junior Play Days • End of Summer Olympics Pool Party • End of Season Patriot League Team Event
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Adult Clinics Division I Division II Division III & IV
Friday, February 12th 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. | Farm Join us for a fun-filled evening of mixed doubles tennis, great food and drinks with live entertainment. Here is an opportunity for you and your spouse to enjoy a lovely Valentine’s night.
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Golf Golf Update Change is something we must always confront in life and business. Our Director of Golf, Jim Deaton is retiring from the club after 11 years of service. We want to take this opportunity to thank Jim for his many years of dedication to Greensboro Country Club and to the business and game of golf. Jim has been a great ambassador for this Club since 2004 and is a good friend, teacher and the consummate golf professional. The golf staff thanks you for everything you did for us daily as a boss, mentor and friend. Best wishes in retirement. Now go play golf!
As we ring in the New Year, we are confident that the weather will cooperate this year to provide us with more sunshine and less snow so we can enjoy our golf courses throughout the year-fingers crossed! With that being said, the golf calendar for the year is taking shape and we will soon provide a full calendar of events for men, ladies and juniors. Stay tuned! Sincerely, Your Golf Team
Tournament Results 2015 Mixed Team Champions
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Candace Cummings and Steve Warren teamed to slip into the Net Division first place with an eight under par 64 in the Four-Ball Stroke Play format and a one stroke margin ahead of Becky Campbell and William Morris. In the Gross Division Kris Flynt paired with John Stratton to forge a 75 for the Champions trophy. Congratulations to all!
League Championship Finals
A pleasant surprise for our golf season was the introduction of the Men’s League Championship. More than 112 members signed up for the team play with eight teams captained by gung-ho leaders. The matches for the ultimate crown were played with a home-and-home format with Forsyth. The first day was played at the IP course and could not have been a tighter race. With 10 players from each club, there were five matches held for five points to be won. The first result was a 2 ½ to 2 ½ draw to define the second day as the final determinant.
The Chairman’s Cup
Leading us off on Sunday were Captain Enochs and Cabell Poindexter to set the pace. With birdies on the first three holes, they built up a commanding lead. But the Forsyth teams were equal to the task. The end tally again could not have been too much closer, and our league champions were dispatched to the runner-up position with Forsyth being the victors with a narrow margin of 5 ½ to 4 ½ final score. Forsyth won the Sunday portion with three points to two points for our team.
The gross division winners were no surprise as Jim Fisher, former Chairman John Kirkman and the current Chairman, Cabell Poindexter posted a 68 to tiptoe past Russ Bell and James Mitchell who posted a lovely 70.
Both teams expressed how their respective clubs had enjoyed the weekly 9-hole matches and the concept of merging the different sects of membership into a unified summer competition. Forsyth, in their second season, had a big increase in their participation. And for GCC, we anticipate the same for our 2016 League Championship season.
Once again, The Chairman’s Cup is our season-ending event on the men’s golf schedule. There were some fine scores at Irving Park. In the net division, Robert Enochs, Mark Rainosek and the Chairman posted a day’s best 64 to outlast Russ Bell (draw), Chris Knox and the Chairman with 65.
Cabell Poindexter will get another chance to assist teams in 2016 as he will be returning as our Golf Committee Chairman.
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Golf Upcoming Events
Get Results!
Eskimo Open
It is an honor and a pleasure to be a part of Greensboro Country Club. Every member I have met has been incredibly welcoming. I appreciate everyone's kindness, and have enjoyed getting to know the members and exploring the Greensboro area. Thank you for having me at the Club and thank you for the opportunity to help you with your game. I have thoroughly enjoyed working with GCC members during the last four months, and look forward to kicking off 2016 to help every facet of the membership get results, play better, have fun, enjoy the game more and play more often.
First Men’s Event of the 2016 Season! Join us for this two-man team event with one better ball of two format. Competition is gross and net with 90% of handicap (USGA formula). All players may play from the teeing ground where their handicap has been established, with adjustment as prescribed by the USGA Handicap Manual (field will play from black tee markers). Members may create their own team or committee will group players together. Entry fee is $50 per player including course drinks, scoreboard food, team prizes and prizes. (This is not a tournament package event.)
Men’s Annual Tournament Package
This is a great way to save money and encourage you to participate in the 2016 Tournament Season. The cost of the package is only $200 which gives you a savings of $225 on entry fees! Package Events Include:
Opening Breakfast Tournament March 19th Triple Crown Tournament April 23rd Match Play Championship April 30th - May 1st Senior Club Championship June 4th - 5th Discount of $50 off President’s Cup Entry (Men’s Member-Member) July 30th - 31st Stroke Play Club Championship August 27th - 28th (Championship Flight) August 26th - 28th Chairman’s Cup October 29th Simply call either Golf Pro Shop to take advantage of this special offering by February 15th. You may also register for the package during the Men’s Opening Breakfast Tournament on March 19th.
In collaboration with the Golf Team (Mary, Brandon, Jason, Chris and Chris) we will be offering many new clinics that will fit into your schedule and your playing ability including: • Half-day, one and two day schools covering every aspect of the game for every level of player • Women’s clinics, • Clinics for members who work full time • Junior clinics, camps, competitions and fun games • On-course clinics • Clinics for men and more experienced gentlemen • Couples clinics • Fun golf experiences for the entire family. Please call the Farm Golf Shop during the cold weather months to schedule a lesson in the indoor hitting area at the Tennis Center, or to talk with us about helping you prepare to play your best golf in the spring. To also help you play your best, call Lori in the Fitness Center to work with her team of trainers. I look forward to meeting more members in the New Year and helping you get the golfing results you want. Jerome Andrews Director of Player Development
January | February 2016
Saturday, February 27th 10:00 a.m. Shotgun | Farm
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Ladies Golf Association Message from Mary 2015 Annual Luncheon & Awards
Our Most Improved Player this year was Becky Campbell lowering her handicap over the season by seven strokes! Other players made great strides as well including improvement by six strokes by Robin Tosco and five by Rosie Powell. Donna Joyce, Ellen Lyon, Rosa McNairy and Anne Fox also bettered their handicap by four strokes. The secret to these improvements is playing more golf. Make that your goal in 2016 and you will also lower your handicap, and have more fun too! Our Ringer Board Winners were Becky Campbell, Kris Flynt and Deb Cobb all tied with a great score of 71 over the season on the Farm course.
Thank You!
Thank you especially to Becky Campbell (President) and Robin Tosco (VP) for their leadership for the LGA and their service on the Golf Committee! Thank you to all our 2015 LGA representatives for all their time and effort: Sherry Marus - Monday Fore Fun, Jeff Moore - 3 Fore 13 and Anne Fox - Twilight, Laura Norman - Team Captain, BJ Williams - Piedmont and Ellen Lyon - GWIGA. Thank you also to each person who worked on each special event during 2015 as well. This collaborative effort helped facilitate a great year!
Ladies Golf Association Leadership for 2016 President Vice-President Monday Fore Fun Twilight Team Captain Piedmont GWIGA
Robin Tosco Lori Harrington Sherry Marus Anne Fox Rosie Powell BJ Williams Ellen Lyon
Upcoming Events
January | February 2016
Jingle Bell Results
Low gross for the Jingle Bell golf event with a nice round of 37 on the front nine of Irving Park were Denise Collins, Becky Campbell, Shari Beavers and Peggy Lowe. Best Net honors were claimed by Kris Flynt, Sally Yancey, Carolyn Cobb and Carol Pilcher with 31.7. Close behind were Ellen Lyon, Jeff Moore, Robin Tosco and Carol Boles at 32.5 and Nina Bennet, Sharon Hicks, Bonnie Petersen and Jan Coates with 33.3. Special contest winners were Nina Bennett for Longest Putt Made, Kris Flynt for Closest to the Hole and Robin Tosco for Closest 2nd Shot on the 9th Hole.
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“Lunch with the Pro”
Wednesday, January 13th
12:00 p.m. | Irving Park 1909 Join our Farm Head Golf Professional, Mary Thomas for “rules of golf” review. Bring your rules questions and your appetite! RSVP online or call the Irving Park golf shop to register.
NEW! Ladies Golf Lunch
Tuesdays Beginning January 19th
11:30 a.m. | Irving Park Join Mary for a weekly lunch during the winter months. Call the Golf Shop by 10:30 each Tuesday morning if you will attend. If weather permits, plan to play some golf afterward.
“Wine and Wisdom”
Thursday, February 18th
5:30 p.m. | Sunset Bar Join Mary Thomas for a glass of wine and some rules of golf wisdom. Bring your questions and enjoy some time with your professional! RSVP online or call the Farm Golf Pro Shop to register.
Turf Talk A Day in the Life - From Winterkill to Leaves to Trees
As the fall months rolled around and the winterkill efforts were all but concluded, the staff moved straight into fall aerification of the greens. Shortly thereafter our primary focus switched to leaf management on the two courses. On our two heavily wooded courses, leaf management consumes the vast majority of our manpower from late September all the way through to the early part of January. Once the two courses have been cleared of the massive amounts of leaves the staff will transition into tree management. Winter tree management typically includes pruning, tree removals and a limited amount of new plantings. Pruning primarily entails raising lower limb structure for improved playability and ease of maintenance. Tree removals include two categories. The first category is dead or declining trees that the staff was not able to attend to during the busy growing months. These trees are identified in the fall before they drop their leaves. The second category includes trees that are undesirable for a multitude of reasons. The Farm course has had significant reductions in its tree inventory prior to and during the recent renovation, and
removals on this course will primarily focus on dead or declining trees that are unaesthetically pleasing or pose a safety risk to golfers. While the Irving Park course has also had some small reductions in its tree populations over the past decade, this course presents the best opportunity for the benefits obtained through a managed tree thinning program. The Irving Park course has two zones. The exterior zone, with the exception of holes 4 through 7, is the part of the course bordered by neighboring streets. The primary focus throughout the exterior zone will be on new plantings to accentuate the boundaries and this component will be accounted for in greater detail in the Keith Foster master plan. The interior zone is the area where holes align against themselves. This is the zone where the costs versus benefits of trees have been analyzed most closely. The primary benefits of trees on golf courses are their aesthetic appeal and to a slightly lesser degree their strategic element. The goal of this year’s tree management program on the Irving Park course is to maximize the aesthetic appeal and to do so will sometimes require selective removals. Healthy tree removals can be necessary for five primary reasons. 1. To enhance or expose signature/specimen trees 2. To improve turf growing conditions in crucial or heavily shaded areas 3. To improve upon long range views 4. To remove trees that are unsightly or species that produce unwelcome debris 5. To thin large stands of trees for turf, playability or improved growth of remaining trees All the trees outlined for removal on the Irving Park course were reviewed with the leaders of the Club as well as the Club’s current architect, Keith Foster, before being included in the current 2016 Tree Plan, which is listed on the Golf Course Maintenance section of the Club’s website. Doug Lowe, CGCS Director of Golf Course & Grounds Maintenance
January | February 2016
Although it seems like a distant thing of the past, the winterkill of 2015 brought devastation to turf on golf courses all throughout Piedmont. The scale of damaged turf ranged from just a few acres to well over 50 acres. The methods used to negate the damage and the ensuing cost was largely dictated by the amount of resources available at anyone particular facility. But despite the widespread damage witnessed this past spring, the final results I have personally witnessed at nearby courses were very similar in the end. Nearly everyone who had access to emergency funding had their courses back in very good condition by the middle part of August. The range of repair costs went from nearly $1 million at one unique facility down to around $40,000 for courses with the least amount of damage. I’m happy to say now that we are in the month of December and the final budget numbers are firming up that we are one of those clubs where the net cost to the club is very close to the bottom range spent by other courses in our area.
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Fitness Fitness Update
Upcoming Events
It was the month we had all been “eating” for, and it was well worth it!
Introduction to Yoga & Pose Breakdown
Surely you have indulged in Chef John’s amazing holiday buffets, eats and treats over the past few months. Also, many of you attended the Holiday Gala filled with GCC’s finest appetizers and festive drinks. And, we can’t forget breakfast with Santa and building gingerbread houses! It’s just what happens this time of year along with snuggling up to the fireplace, relaxing and enjoying time with loved ones and friends. Now, it’s time to pack up the decorations, get re-energized and spend time on yourself or with one another. There is no better place to accomplish these tasks then the GCC Fitness Center. Whether you’re just getting started, restarting or continuing your fitness and wellness regime, we are ready and waiting to help you with all your needs. From complimentary fitness orientations to massage services, there is something just for you! Give us a call at (336) 691-5825, email me at l.lennon@greensborocc.org or just stop by. We are looking forward to spending time with you.
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January | February 2016
Fitness Center Open House
Visit us for a complimentary two-week Open House January 18th through January 31st. Enjoy any of our group classes, Fitness Center activities, small group trainings or an individual fitness orientation (orientation by appointment only please). There will be challenges, prizes and more! If you have never been to the Fitness Center, been absent for a bit or have just never tried out our classes, save the date and we will see you soon! Lori Lennon Director of Fitness
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Wednesday, January 13th | 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. This workshop will introduce and review proper technique for yoga poses. The session will be broken down into 30 minutes of pose breakdown and 30 minutes of a sample yoga class including meditation. This session is perfect for beginners wanting to start yoga or intermediate students wanting more feedback on technique.
Straps & Cycles & Stretches, Oh My!
This boot camp covers all components of training: cardio, strength and flexibility. Tuesday will focus on self myofascial release and cardio interval on the spin bikes. Thursday we will hit the TRX straps to build long, strong muscles. We will offer two complimentary trial days during our Open House. Tuesday, January 19th & Thursday, January 21st 12:00 - 12:30 p.m. (These two sessions are complimentary during our Open House) Six-Week Session: January 26th – March 4th 12:00 - 12:30 p.m. Tuesdays or Thursdays only (choose one): $110 Both Tuesday and Thursdays: $200
Triathlon Training
Tuesday, January 19th | 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Thursday, January 28th | 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Do you have completing a triathlon on your bucket list? Now is the time to learn more about how you can accomplish this goal! Join Jennifer Wisdo (our resident triathlete) for an information and interest session. We will be offering “tri” training in early spring and we would like to know if you would like to be involved. Two dates are offered for your convenience (you only need to attend one).
Sweetheart Yoga
Thursday, February 11th | 5:30-6:30 Social Following: 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. You have spent the holidays loving on everyone else, now it is time to love on yourself! Join Sarah Cheffy for a selfreflective yoga session. Come for “me” time or invite your favorite loved one! Wine and chocolate following!
Aquatics Aquatics Update
Upcoming Events
Brrrrrrrrr … It’s cold outside, but the Blue Dolphin 2016 Season is already starting to heat up! That’s right, Head Coach Katie McNerney is fired up for the 2016 Summer Season, and we want to encourage new and seasoned swim team families to join in on the Blue Dolphin preseason fun. The swimming season starts early this year with our GCC Swim Team Kickoff and Informational Social in February; open to returning Blue Dolphins, Mini Dolphins, and those new families wanting to find out more about GCC’s swim program. Beginning in March, our Blue Dolphin Team Training will be open to all levels of swimmers; from those just learning to swim, beginner and intermediate swim team members, and there is even pool time for our veteran, high school-aged swimmers. We are moving into a new era of Blue Dolphin Swimming and Coach Katie is excited and proud of the direction that the team is headed. The coaching staff is looking forward to the great times ahead and they hope to share the experience with all of you!
Blue Dolphin Kickoff and Social
Lindsay Pegg Director of Aquatics and Youth Activities
Sunday, February 21st | 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.
All families with eligible swimmers are encouraged to come out on from to learn more about the 2016 Summer Swim program, meet some of the assistant coaches and mingle with our Blue Dolphin swimmers and families. Hors d'oeuvres and beverages will be served, along with an ice cream bar for the kids!
Blue Dolphin Team Training
Sundays beginning March 6th from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. at the Greensboro College Pool, all levels of swimmers and those interested in learning to swim are invited to participate in our new Blue Dolphin Team Training Day. There are three components to this day, and training runs through May 15th.
Shallow Pool Lessons: 30 Minutes 4:00 - 4:30 p.m. or 4:30 - 5:00 p.m.
The GCC Swim Team coaching staff is excited to start planning for our summer 2016 season. Here is some basic information for those who may be thinking about signing up for the Blue Dolphins Swim Team: • Swim Team is not only about the swimmers being successful in the water, but it is about them walking away having had a positive experience. We are working towards a strong team bond and a sense of accomplishment. • We want our swimmers to get the full experience while on the team by getting to know their teammates, building a bond with their coach and have a great swim. It is a five-week season that begins before the school year is over and ends in the blink of an eye. • Swimmers who are still developing can be a part of the team and do not have to compete until they are ready. We welcome anyone interested to come join a practice with us. If you are a returning family or one who is looking to join the team and you have questions, please feel free to contact me at kathryn.mcnerney@greensboro.edu.
These swim lessons are for Mini Dolphins 4 to 6 years of age who are comfortable in the water but who are not ready to swim independently for the Blue Dolphin Swim Team. Lessons are designed to help young swimmers with their stroke development.
Clinic: 45 Minutes 4:00 - 4:45 p.m.
Clinic is for swimmers ages 6 to 12 who are either Beginner, Intermediate and Advanced Blue Dolphins or new participants who have had at least one season of competitive swim. Clinic is designed to give more individual attention to help address all areas of competitive swimming. Each day will have a theme. We will be using visuals, training gear, and drills to help with technique.
Practice: 1 Hour 4:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Team practice format is for swimmers age 13 to 18, and will give swimmers the opportunity to swim with their GCC teammates sooner!
January | February 2016
From Coach Katie
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Food Service Hours of Operation
Sunset Room Reservations Recommended - Dressy Casual Dinner: Tuesday - Thursday: 6:00 - 9:30 p.m. Friday & Saturday: 6:00 - 10:00 p.m.
Sunset Bar Tuesday - Thursday: 5:00 - 10:30 p.m. Friday & Saturday: 5:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.
Family Grille/1909 No Reservations - Casual Attire Bar Service Available Breakfast: Friday - Sunday: 7:30 - 10:30 a.m. Lunch: Tuesday - Saturday: 11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Sunday Brunch: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Dinner: Tuesday - Sunday: 5:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Men’s Grille & Bar Tuesday - Sunday: 11:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Farm Grille Monday: Closed Tuesday: 11:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Bar (Limited Menu) Friday: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. A la Carte Dining Lunch: Wednesday - Sunday 11:30 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Bar: Wednesday - Sunday 11:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.