Greensboro Country Club January | February 2019
President’s Message (336) 275-8506
Dear Fellow Members, Happy New Year. I hope everyone had an enjoyable holiday season.
and encourage them to apply or offer to be their sponsor.
It is my honor and privilege to serve as the president of Greensboro Country Club in 2019.
The Board, the management team and the staff all look forward to working with you to continue to be the premier country club in the Triad.
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I have big shoes to fill in this role. During my Board tenure, I have worked with four presidents who have tirelessly served the Club. Garson Rice had great vision initializing the master planning process and provided extraordinary devotion to increasing our membership. Gail Bernstein and Pete Davenport worked us through two years of change, with new leadership in management, golf and improved governance and continuation of master planning. Tommy Watkins has served our community for an unprecedented two-year term and directed the hiring of professional management, and the creation of both strategic and final master plans. Thanks to all of you for your service and more importantly, your friendship. 2019 will bring us challenges, as we address the potential changes to the Irving Park campus. Please rest assured, your club is in very strong hands under the leadership of Terra Waldron. Over five years ago the board decided to begin the transition to a General Manager run club, and move away from a club that had significant board member involvement in daily operations. As outlined in the strategic plan, we will continue down that path in 2019, with an emphasis on best practice board governance, professional management of daily operations and transparency to the members. GCC is your Club and we hope you view it as an extension of your home. I encourage you to raise your hand and get involved as a volunteer on committees. We need and welcome your involvement and input. Please remember that new members are the lifeblood of our Club and vital to our long-term success. Thank you for your efforts to identify potential new members
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I hope to see you at the Club soon. Jason P. Bohrer President
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 Lori Frasier at (336) 2758506 or l.price@greensborocc.org.
In This Issue... President's Message...................................................................... 2 Membership.................................................................................. 3 General Manager/COO's Message ����������������������������������������������� 4 Gingerbread House Workshop Photographs �������������������������������� 5 Dining & Special Events..............................................................6-9 Holiday Gala Photographs......................................................10-11 Calendars................................................................................12-13 Youth & Family.......................................................................14-15 Golf.........................................................................................16-19 Tennis.....................................................................................20-21 Fitness....................................................................................22-23 Club Information......................................................................... 24
Membership
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Membership Message
I am honored to be your Membership Chair for this year, and I’m looking forward to working with all of you to continue our Club’s reputation as the premier Club in this area. After experiencing 11 years in a row with net annual losses in membership, I am happy to say that we are finishing 2018 with a net increase. Thanks to all of you who sponsored new members this year! The Board has decided to continue the membership drive we began in November 2017. While we finished the year with a net gain in members, we still need to increase our membership for the overall health of our Club. So please think about who you could sponsor in 2019! Our excellent reputation in this community is enviable. Importantly, we are an “invitation only” Club, and all applicants will be interviewed by members of the membership committee, and due diligence will be conducted, just as we always have. Our programming continues to get better and better, so I encourage you to take advantage of all we have to offer our members! Please feel free to reach out to me or our Membership Director Lori Price with any questions or thoughts you might have. We wish you the happiest of New Years! Ross Harris, Chairman Membership Committee
Thank you so much for a wonderful year at GCC! Your support in 2018 has helped continue to build the family, tradition and excellence we call home at Greensboro Country Club. I hope you had an opportunity to share in some of our fun holiday activities and rounded out your year with family, friends and memories to last a lifetime! Share your favorite 2018 GCC memory with a friend and encourage them to consider the benefits of membership. There are great things in store for the future of GCC. Be a sponsor and invite someone to join. Membership and memories made here are special! You can find a lot of memories on our social media outlets. If you haven’t subscribed to our pages, log on to Facebook, Instagram and Twitter today and keep in touch with our daily fun and updates as well as past events that are sure to spark conversations, smiles and laughter! Happy New Year! Lori Price Membership Director
Welcome New Members Massimo Fantechi & Rodney Ouzts Curtis Holmes, III Neil & Stacey Hutto Nicholas Marchase & Cara Morrissey Robert & Paige Moody
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Happy New Year! I hope each of you enjoyed a wonderful holiday season with your families and friends and are ready to start 2019!
Message from the Membership Director
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General Manager/COO's Message (336) 275-8506
Dear Members, The beginning of new year starts with newly elected officials in the governing role of GCC. I would like to take the time to thank those who served the Membership in 2018 and those who stepped up in 2019. A key to the success of an organization is the working together of Club leadership and management. I am pleased and excited to say this has been my experience at GCC and I look forward to a productive and satisfying year for the Membership. As you have read in the new President’s letter, the year is continuing the good work(s) of past Boards and will stay focused on Strategic and Master Planning. The Board has committed to keeping these initiatives front and center by not allowing them to collect dust on the shelf. These initiatives are a road map for management and helpful when each department knows their respective roles. This effort allows staff directors to manage their departments with accountability. It is the trickle-down effect. Knowing what the parameters, standards and initiatives allows specific direction to be given.
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A few months ago, after I gained a feel for this operation, we began doing monthly calendar planning sessions. We heard and found sometimes we were duplicating
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or there was cross-over on departments; although not completely eliminated 2019, it should be better. As always, keep me informed. We have developed some new programs and we hope you will embrace and participate. Our staffing issues are subsiding and we are seeing a positive trend. This is validated by surveys, comment cards, and my generally walking around. You have heard me say people and paperwork, balance the two. We have more to do with enforcing standards, raising the bar and actual training. As a rule, training is and should be ongoing. I appreciate all the feedback, comments and suggestions, this is the only way we move forward. It is the not knowing which hurts the Club by rumors and inaccurate information. I hope your Holidays were filled with love, laughter, friends and family! Looking forward to a bright and wonderful 2019. Warm personal regards, Terra S. H. Waldron, CCM, CCE General Manager/COO
Gingerbread House Workshop
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November 28, 2018
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Dining & Special Events IP (336) 275-8506 | Farm (336) 288-3415
Dear Members, Now that 2018 is officially in the books, we can start looking toward what is sure to be a great line up of dining options this upcoming year. We begin 2019 with three fantastic wine dinners that include Honig on January 23rd, a Burgundy Wine Dinner on March 13th and Krupp Brothers on April 10th. Our Club’s Sommelier, John Centore, has done an outstanding job of lining up all of our wine dinners for the entire calendar year. Please check the website or inquire if you have interest in dinners that may be taking place later in the year. These events are a great way to enjoy the company of friends, food and wine here at the Club! In our a la carte dining restaurants, we begin our winter menu roll out on Tuesday, January 8th. At that time we’ll also be reintroducing a Sunset Bar Menu featuring some of the most popular items from the past two years like our Chateaubriand Sliders and Blackened Hawaiian Tuna.
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On Tuesday, January 15th we’ll launch our newest 1909 and Family Grille menus. We received great feedback on the direction of the fall menu, so we look forward to keeping that momentum going through the winter months. Also, after a short break in January, look for Tuesday's Burger Night to return on Tuesday, February 5th. Lastly, I’d like to officially recognize our Executive Pastry Chef Ben Shelton CEPC for becoming GCC’s first Certified Executive Pastry Chef by the American Culinary Federation. Ben is a tremendous asset when it comes to what we are able to accomplish at the Club. His professionalism and knowledge of the industry is second-tonone, making him a natural teacher of his craft, a role model for our junior culinarians and leader in the field. Congratulations, Chef Ben Shelton! From all of the culinary team, we would like to wish you a Happy New Year and the very best to you and your families in 2019! Happy cooking, Shayne Taylor, CEC, CCA Executive Chef
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Farm Dining Sunday Brunch Buffet
Sundays in January & February
11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | Farm Join us every Sunday of the month for our Sunday Brunch Buffet. Our chefs will create a varying array of breakfast and lunch favorites each week in addition to the popular chef-attended omelet and waffle bars. Adults $20 | Children $8.50 | Children Under Four - Our Guests
Weekly Thursday Night Buffet
6:00 - 9:00 p.m. | 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. Each month concludes with our Prime Rib Buffet on the last Thursday. Adults $20 | Children $8.50 | Children Under Four - Our Guests
Prime Rib Buffet
Thursday, January 31st & Thursday, February 28th
6:00 - 9:00 p.m. | Farm Enjoy our Prime Rib Buffet featuring prime rib, southern fried chicken, soup and salad bar, and an array of house-made pastries. Adults $24 | Children $8.50 | Children Under Four - Our Guests
Imbibe
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Honig Wine Dinner
Burgundy Wine Dinner
6:30 p.m.| Irving Room Honig is a family-owned winery producing awardwinning Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet Sauvignon since 1980. They are a sustainable vineyard and winery, powered by solar energy and housing an apiary.
6:30 p.m. | Irving Room Burgundy wine is wine made in the Burgundy region in eastern France, in the valleys and slopes west of the Saône, a tributary of the Rhône.
Menu
Tabled Jean Luc Joillot Cremant de Bourgogne
Passed Sauvignon Blanc
Smoked Trout Appetizer First Course Late Harvest Sauvignon
Foie Gras Torchon
Pistachios, Poached Apples, Toasted Brioche, Micro Green Salad and Red Beet Gel Second Course Reserve Sauvignon Blanc
Vitello Tonnato
Chilled Local Veal, Tuna Aioli, Potato Confit, Lemon, Capers and Micro Celery Third Course Cabernet Sauvignon & Bartolucci Cabernet
Wednesday, March 13th
Menu Fondue
First Course Marcel Servin Chablis AOC Bouzereau-Gruere Chassagne-Montrachet Blanchots Dessous
Poached Dover Sole with Shrimp Mousseline
Celery Root, Long Stem Caper Berries, Pea Tendrils, Grenoble Sauce and a Pastry Fleoron Second Course Dujardin Beaune Les Beaux Fougets Pinot
Onion Soup Gratinee
Sherry Veal Broth, Black Trumpet Mushrooms, Caramelized Onions, Braised Beef Brisket and Comte
Braised Oxtail and “Beef Pastrami”
Third Course Chambolle Musigny 1st Crus Les Charmes 2015
Dessert
Confit Ravioli, Roasted Duck Glace, Whipped Ricotta, Upland Cress, Shaved Fennel and Tart Cherries
Rye Gnocchi, Fermented Cabbage, Caramelized Onion Soubise and Pickled Mustard Seeds
Chocolate Truffles Members $150 | Guests $165 72-Hour Cancellation Policy in Effect
Spice Roasted Duck Breast
Dessert
Chocolate Truffles Members $195 | Guests $210 72-Hour Cancellation Policy in Effect
Reservations are required. Please sign up online at www.greensborocc.org or call the Receptionist at (336) 275-8506.
January | February 2019
Wednesday, January 23rd
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New Year's Day Buffet
Father & Daughter Valentine Dance
11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. | Family Grille & 1909
Tuesday, January 1st
Menu
Celebrate the New Year at GCC. Start the New Year off right at our New Year’s Day Buffet. Adults $16 | Children (4-10) $8.50 Children Under 4 Are Our Guests Baked Dijon Salmon Charred Cherry Peppers, Fingerling Potatoes and Fresh Pea Shoots Brown Sugar and Bourbon-Glazed Pit Ham Southern Battered Boneless Fried Chicken
Hoppin' John Chicken Sausage,Green Beans, Roasted Peppers and Caramelized Cipollini Onions Buttermilk Chive Corn Bread & Whipped Tomato Butter
Friday, February 8th
6:00 - 9:00 p.m. | Ballroom
Dads, spend quality time with your daughter at this very special event just for you! DJ Randy Smith will spin
the hits and Aesthetic Images will be here to take those special portraits. Adults $32 | Daughters $16 $15 per Portrait Cocktails by Member Signature 72-Hour Cancellation Policy in Effect
Smoked Turkey-Braised Collard Greens
Jack Frost Bingo
5:30 p.m. | Ballroom Bundle up and enjoy a night of warm fun with your GCC friends and family. Spend a winter evening enjoying rounds of bingo and a buffet dinner.
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Menu
Adults $20 | Children 4-10 $12 | Children under 4 our Guest Bingo Only: $5 (Bingo starts promptly at 6:00 p.m.) 72-Hour Cancellation Policy in Effect
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Artisan Bread Mixed Green Salad Display with Dressings
Cod Cutlets, Herb-White Wine Butter Sauce and Fried Lemon
Broccoli
Southern Fried Chicken Cutlets
Roasted Carrots
Beef Short Rib Stroganoff
Buttermilk Whipped Potatoes
Assorted Petit Tarts and Pastries
Menu
Wednesday, January 9th Passed Red Endive Stuffed with Crumbled Pistachio, Strawberry, Basil and Agave Toasted Phyllo Cups with Brie, Raspberry and Balsamic Buffet Fresh Chopped Caesar Salad Display Parmesan, Croutons, Tomato, Olives and Caesar Dressing Grilled Asparagus and Buttered Broccoli Whipped Potato Bar with Cheddar, Sour Cream, Bacon, and Chives Chicken Picatta Cacio e Pepe with Fresh Herbs and SautĂŠed Shrimp Carved Beef Tenderloin with Red Wine Demi-Glace
Reservations are required. Please call the Receptionist at (336) 275-8506.
Dining & Special Events
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A Night with Gipsy Danger Friday, January 25th
8:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. | Ballroom
Imagine popular rock, pop and indie songs being played with bluegrass instruments, but not necessarily with a bluegrass style... With inspiration by Pearl Jam, The Beatles, Pink Floyd, U2, Radiohead, Every Time I Die, Maylene, the Sons of Disaster, Weezer and more, they push the envelope and keep people dancing every show! Enjoy live music, dancing, light appetizers and cocktails by member signature. $15 per person | 72-Hour Cancellation Policy in Effect Reservations are required. Please sign up online at www.greensborocc.org or call the Receptionist at (336) 275-8506.
January | February 2019
This New Grass band is back by popular demand from the Men's Member-Guest!
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Holiday Gala
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December 8, 2018
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Holiday Gala
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December 8, 2018
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January 2019 Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
1 New Year's Day Buffet
6 Brunch Buffet - Farm
7 Fitness Center Open House
2 Arcade
School's Out Day
School's Out Day
8 Fitness Center Open House
Arcade
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Thursday Night Buffet - Farm
Saturday
4 Kids Night Out
5 Arcade Family Movie Night
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11
12
Fitness Center Open House
Fitness Center Open House
Fitness Center Open House
Fitness Center Open House
Arcade
Thursday Night Buffet - Farm
Kids Night Out
Arcade
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Fitness Center Open House
Friday
3
9
Jack Frost Bingo
13
Thursday
16 Arcade
17 Thursday Night Buffet - Farm
Brunch Buffet - Farm
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Kids Night Out
Arcade
Polar Bear Paddle Game Night
Ping Pong Tournament
Arcade
20 Brunch Buffet - Farm
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School's Out Day
Arcade
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Arcade
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30 Arcade
24 Thursday Night Buffet - Farm
Honig Wine Dinner
Arcade
Brunch Buffet - Farm
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25 Kids Night Out A Night with Gipsy Danger
31 Thursday Night Prime Rib Buffet - Farm
26 Arcade
February 2019 Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
1 Kids Night Out
2 Arcade Family Movie Night
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4
5
Brunch Buffet - Farm
6 Arcade
7 Thursday Night Buffet - Farm
8 Father Daughter Valentine Dance
9 Arcade
Arcade Kids Super Bowl Party
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12
Brunch Buffet - Farm
13 Arcade
Thursday Night Buffet - Farm
Arcade
Kids Valentine's Day Party
17 Brunch Buffet - Farm
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19
School's Out Day
20 Arcade
16
Kids Night Out
Arcade
Valentine's Day Tennis Social
Ping Pong Tournament
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23 Arcade
25
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27 Arcade
28 Thursday Night Prime Rib Buffet - Farm
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Thursday Night Buffet - Farm
24 Arcade
15
Wine & Cheese Kids Night Out After Yoga, Please!
Arcade
Brunch Buffet - Farm
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Youth & Family (336) 275-8506
Kids Night Out
Friday nights in the Pavilion are for fun activities, dinner and a movie for the kids. 6:00 - 9:30 p.m. | Pavilion $20 per Child *Please note changes in pricing for specific events. Children potty-trained through 12-years-old.
Reservations are required.
Pajama Party - January 4th
Put on your best pajamas and join us in the pavilion for a night of fun including breakfast for dinner, slumber party games and much more.
Make your own Lava Lamp - January 11th
This week each child will make their very own lava lamp!
Minute to Win It - January 18th
We will have our very own "Minute to Win It" competition.
School's Out Day! Tuesday, January 1st Wednesday, January 2nd Monday, January 21st Monday, February 18th
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. | Pavilion
No school? No problem! Bring the kids to GCC for a fun day off from school! The day will include games, challenges, open-play in the Arcade and much more to entertain your children. $25 per Child Lunch and Activities Included
Jack Frost Bingo Wednesday, January 9th
5:30 p.m. | Ballroom Bundle up and enjoy a night of warm fun with your GCC friends and family. Spend a winter evening enjoying rounds of bingo and a buffet dinner. Adults $20 | Children 4-10 $12 | Children under 4 our Guest Bingo Only: $5 (Bingo starts promptly at 6:00 p.m.) 72-Hour Cancellation Policy in Effect
Fort Building - January 25th
Let's see who can build the best fort!
Lip Sync Battle - February 1st
Take the stage to show off your best moves and lip syncing skills!
Super Hero Training - February 8th
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While the daughters are dancing with the dads, the dudes will be training to save the world.
Polar Bear Party - February 15th
We will have polar bear crafts, dinner and a movie!
Disco Dance Party - February 22nd
Bring your best moves to our dance party! The arcade will transform into a dance floor for your children to showcase their talents. Dinner included.
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Super Bowl Party Sunday, February 3rd
12:00 - 2:30 p.m. | Pavilion
Make signs for your pick to win the Super Bowl! Bring your jacket because (weather permitting) we will be playing flag football behind the Pavilion. Lunch included. $20 per child
Valentine’s Day Party Thursday, February 14th
6:00 - 9:30 p.m. | Pavilion Drop your kids off at the pavilion so you can celebrate Valentine’s Day! Enjoy dinner, crafts and a movie for the kids. $20 per Child Children potty trained through 12-years-old
Breakfast with Santa
January | February 2019
December 1, 2018
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Golf
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Golf Update The new year brings with it a level of excitement for what is to come! Perhaps it is winning a golf tournament, lowering your handicap or breaking 90 for the first time! Another exciting thing coming our way in 2019 are changes to the Rules of Golf, that are administered by the USGA (United States Golf Association). These changes are intended to make the game quicker to play and to add enjoyment to the game. There are more than 20 changes to the Rules, and in order to streamline the overall number of rules will be condensed from 34 to 24. We will promote the changes with a series of emails, posters and our resident Rules expert, Jim Deaton, will conduct a Q & A session before the golf season begins. To get started familiarizing yourself with the changes, please take the following quiz. Anyone completing the quiz may come to either golf shop for a gift!
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Rules Quiz
1. Water hazards will be called __? A) Danger Areas B) Penalty Areas C) Not Again Areas D) Uh Oh Areas 2. The new time limit to search for a golf ball is? A) 3 minutes B) 30 seconds C) No time limit D) 4 hours and 15 minutes 3. You may remove loose impediments (detached natural objects) in a bunker. A) True B) False 4. You may now leave the flagstick in the hole while putting when? A) Your putt is longer than 10’ B) Anytime C) Only when it is a distraction to your opponent 5. You may now repair what on a green? A) Animal damage B) Spike marks C) Scuffs from shoe draggers D) All of the above 6. When dropping a ball, you must drop from? A) Waist high if shorter than 5’, Knee height if taller than 5’ B) Knee high C) Over your right shoulder Bud Taylor, PGA Director of Golf
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Golf Tip Distance Control It's that time of year where golfers are noticing their shots are not going as far as they did in the summer. Part of this is the colder weather. TrackMan has shown that on average as temperatures decrease by ten degrees Fahrenheit that the golf ball will fly just over one yard shorter. So where does the rest of the reduced distance come from? It could certainly be related to the wind or wet conditions. Another distance reducer related to the cold temperatures is your clothing. Wearing multiple layers and jackets can restrict your mobility. When your body is cold it also won't move like it did in the summer. The lesson here is to know your carry distances. This involves small adjustments day-to-day based on the weather, course conditions and human variables. Next time you are on the golf course choosing your club, don't think about how far you hit that seven iron last summer. The key is to predict how far it will go this swing today. I'm also a big fan of learning how to hit the same club different distances. Without changing anyone's grip, posture, backswing, etc. we can help you shoot lower scores if you know how to better manage your game. Come out for a lesson in our Teaching Pavilion using TrackMan to help calibrate your carry distances. Robbie Fritz Director of Instruction
Golf
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Tournament Results
“1909” Gentlemen’s Member Guest Invitational
Bob Hudson and his guest, William Dull successfully defended their title this year! Mr. Hudson stuck his second shot on the final shoot-out hole to 2’, and Mr. Dull made the putt to clinch the victory!
Overall Champions
Bob Hudson & William dull
Irving Park
Mike Cornwell & Brennan King
Jay Pyrtle & Matt Paszek
Carlisle
Lafayette
Aaron Messick & Stewart Farris
Carlson
Joe Vartanian & Ryan Talbot
St. Andrews
Scott Minor & Al Hill
Pete Beeler & Quinn Marsh
Cornwallis
Wentworth
Brey Curtis & Jeff Thomas
Tyson Pugh & Parker Burke
Granville
Death Flight
David Anderson & Morgan Dowtin
Hedrick
Bryan Clemmons & Michael Bucy
Randy Elliott & Scott Syphers
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Briarcliff
Flight Champions
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Golf
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Ladies Tournament Results Ladies Member-Member Championship
Ladies Jingle Bell Brunch & Golf Tournament
Gross Champions
Jean Kiser & Laura Norman
Net Champions
Robin Tosco & Laurie Watson
(L-R) Jean Kiser, Laura Norman, Robin Tosco & Laurie Watson
The ladies golf season ended in grand style with a holiday brunch with 40 participants and then a golf event with some brave hearty souls enduring cool temperatures.
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Thank You!
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A special thank you to those serving in leadership positions in 2018: Sharon Hicks – Ladies Golf Association President Candace Cummings – Vice President Sherry Marus – Fore Fun (9-Holer) Leader Bonnie Petersen – 3 Fore 13 (13-Holer) Leader Anne Fox – Twilight Group Leader Representing GCC in the many local and regional groups: Rosie Powell – TEAM Captain Ellen Lyon – G.W.I.G.A. (City) Captain B.J. Williams – P.W.G.A. (Piedmont) Captain
Courses & Grounds
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Staying Busy This Winter
While golfer activity may be virtually non-existent during the peak winter months, there is still much work to be done by the golf course superintendent and his staff. Depending upon weather conditions, a variety of golf course projects can be completed even though the temperatures are not conducive for member play. Such activities might include planning for the new year, covering the Ultradwarf greens, renovating bunkers, installing new drainage, rebuilding tee areas, leaf removal, storm cleanup, mulching landscaped areas, cutting back ornamental grasses, cleaning off dams, removing dead and undesirable trees, and planting new trees and shrubs, etc. These projects are best undertaken during a time of the year when the normal demands of mowing and conditioning the course are of a lesser priority. Various golf course accessories might also need repair. Benches, signs, water cooler containers, trash bins, ball washers, rakes, etc., may need to be built or renovated. Routine building maintenance on areas such as the turf care center and pump houses are often set aside for this time period. Going through all the equipment is also a focus for the golf course mechanic staff during this time period. The offseason also provides the opportunity to complete a variety of administrative responsibilities. The winter months are a critical time to review all our training needs related to areas such as safety, operating standards and proper equipment operation. Despite the mid-winter blahs, we never forget the core mission, which is to make sure the course is ready for play every day for those who do decide to venture out. The cold temperatures we typically experience during this time of the year make it difficult but we still make an effort to condition the course whenever the weather allows. When the weather breaks and the greens thaw out, we make sure to take advantage and mow or roll as often as possible. The
bunkers are the same way. If they are not frozen, we make sure they receive a fresh raking. And before you know it, sunnier days and warmer weather will be knocking on the door. By the latter part of February, we will begin shifting gears from off-season mode back to in-season mode. We start with weed control applications to prevent summer weeds on nearly 300 acres of turf and roll right into fertilization, aerification, and topdressing of the greens. The next thing you know we are in April and hopefully the tee sheets are once again fully booked and the grasses are turning green. So, while golfers may be seeking cozier alternatives for recreational activities, rest assured the golf course maintenance staff is busy preparing the course for not only those select few golfers who venture out in sub-artic weather but the volume of their accomplishments will also be appreciated by the fair weather “in” season golfers as well. Doug Lowe, CGCS Director of Golf Course Maintenance
Memorial Tree Plantings
In accordance with the Board of Directors and the Greensboro Country Club Memorial Tree Program, a new memorial tree was recently installed on the Farm golf course: A Japanese Maple was planted between the lower parking lot and the 10th tee in memory of Robert Spencer Worth.
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Most golf facilities in our region have a nine-month active golf season, which means they also have a period when the volume of play declines. In the Central Piedmont of NC, the “off” season typically falls between December and February. So, with little play on the course one might question what type of activity does the golf course maintenance staff engage in during this time period?
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Tennis
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Tennis Update 2019... A New Year As we move forward to 2019, we will take the success of 2018 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 events and activities which will give our Members many opportunities to be part of the Tennis Program.
2019 Winter Tennis Programs Clinics Begin Monday, January 7th
In January and February we are offering our indoor adult and junior Clinic Programs. The Women’s Clinic we offer will be geared towards bringing fun back to your game. Technique and strategy will be the focus each week with progressive 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.
With the addition of our paddle tennis courts we have seen an explosion of activity and interest to this new sport. We have offered leagues this winter for both men and women with such success that we will offer We will offer programs for our Gate City players and a full leagues this 2019 winter season as well. compliment of junior lesson programs for all ages from the If you haven’t tried paddle tennis yet, you need to come experience this GCC craze! Come give paddle a try and find out what the buzz is all about. It is also important as you are preparing for spring tennis that you stay fit this winter. A weekly fitness program with 30 minutes of cardio four times-a-week will keep you in shape. We offer a Cardio Point Play class Fridays from 12:00 to 1:30 p.m., which can help you stay fit. Be a part of our Tennis Program and get healthy. Good luck with your New Year’s activities!
January | February 2019
Tom Cascarano, USPTA Director of Tennis
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beginner to the high performance competitive player. Come join us in the action!
Adult Clinics
Division II Division III & IV Division I
Junior Clinics
Future Stars (age 4-6) Super Stars (ages 6-8) 10 & Under 12 & Under 16 & Under
Monday Tuesday Wednesday
12:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m.
Wednesday Wednesday Tues &/or Thurs Tues &/or Thurs Tues &/or Thurs
4:00-4:45 p.m. 4:30-5:30 p.m. 4:00-5:00 p.m. 4:00-5:00 p.m. 5:00-6:00 p.m.
Tennis
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Upcoming Events
Ladies Gate City Tennis 2019
The GCC Tennis Staff is trying to get a head start on the 2019 Ladies Gate City Spring Season. We are encouragPolar Bear Paddle Game Night ing all members who have not played Gate City for GCC Friday, January 18th to come participate this upcoming season. If you are a Join us for a night of games and fun with our winter member who is interested, give the Tennis Pro Shop paddle social. a call and we will place you on an appropriate team. Group 1: 6:30 - 8:00 p.m. This will give the staff a better understanding of how Group 2: 8:00 - 9:30 p.m. many players GCC will have next spring season. GCC We will be registering two groups of eight couples. The welcomes all new Gate City players to the Club! times will be split between games and point play. There will be food and drinks served throughout the night. Registration Begins January 7th (Must register as a mixed team) Limited Space Available $30 per couple (Includes Food, Drink & Fun!)
Mark Your Calendar Events • • • • • •
Polar Bear Paddle Game Night - January 18th Valentine’s Day Social - February 15th Spring Fling Kickoff Social Kids Day/Pro-Member Shoot Off Men’s & Women’s Paddle Tennis League Men’s Paddle Challenge at GCC vs. Forsyth CC February 1st • GCC Paddle Club Championships March 2nd & 3rd
Adult Activities
Friday, February 15th
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 night of Valentine’s spirit. Limited Space Available $35 per couple Includes Food, Drink, Entertainment, Tennis and Fun! Sign up online at www.greensborocc.org, on the GCC App or call the Tennis Pro Shop at (336) 275-8162.
Men’s Interclub Men’s Night Women’s Gate City League Women’s Wine Night Cardio Tennis Singles Club Championships
Junior Activities • • • • • • • •
Junior Singles Challenge USTA Junior Team Tennis Ladder High Performance Junior Programs Summer Tennis Camps Junior Play Days Junior Olympics Party Junior Summer All Sports Camp GCC Junior Tournament Team
January | February 2019
Valentine’s Day Tennis Social
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Fitness (336) 691-5825
Fitness Update Hello and Happy New Year from GCC Fitness! We hope that everyone has had a wonderful holiday season with family, friends, fellowship, outstanding food, and of course fitness! There’s no better way to start the new year in our beautiful Fitness Center! Our warm and friendly staff are always ready to help you achieve your fitness goals! The colder months are here but that is no problem at all for us in our sunny and 68 degree facility! Are you looking to maybe burn off a few of those holiday calories? We have a multitude of options you can enjoy! We have over 25 separate pieces of cardio equipment and 20 separate pieces of select machines and free weight strength equipment to suit your every need. Looking to up the intensity of your workout or workout with family or friends? Join our group fitness classes! We offer 40 classes per week from Yoga, Pilates, Spin, Body Pump, Body Flow, Gentle Fitness, Flex and Balance just to name a few. Want to specialize your training or are you pre or postsurgery? We offer Personal Training that can fit your every need. All of our certified personal trainers have many years of experience and knowledge in all areas of training including prehab, rehab, general fitness, athletic fitness, flexibility, core development and more. Our trainers will meet you where you are in your level of fitness.
January | February 2019
Whether you are a beginner or the most advanced individual, we are ready to serve you in a specific prescription of exercise while still creating a fun, positive, and enjoyable experience. Are you a little sore after your workouts or cardio sessions? We have Massage Therapy options that help take the pain away! Our massage therapist, Abby, has many different options and styles of massage available for you! Please stop by the fitness front desk to pick up a business card to schedule an appointment with her! Are you a new member or have you never attended our fitness center before and are thinking of giving it a try? We offer a one-time facility and equipment orientation. This orientation takes approximately 1 hour in duration and encompasses the operation, function and specific settings of our equipment to fit you. Do you have a teenager that is 13 or older? We offer teen fitness orientations as well! Stop by the fitness front desk to inquire or schedule. We are looking forward to helping you meet your fitness goals in 2019! John McCallister MS, CSCS Director of Fitness
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Upcoming Events Fitness Center Open House Monday, January 7th Sunday, January 13th
The fitness center will offer a complimentary one-week open house for all classes! Thinking of trying a new class, or returning to a class you used to attend? Maybe you have never attended group fitness class or you have attended classes and would like your member friends or family to attend with you? This is the week for you! Complimentary Group Exercise Classes
Wine and Cheese After Yoga, Please!
Thursday, February 21st
6:00 - 8:00 p.m. | Mind & Body Studio Enjoy a complimentary member demo Yoga class and social! Yoga will take place from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. and the social will be from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres and a member-sign bar!
Turkey Waddle
January | February 2019
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2019 Board of Directors President Inside Vice President Outside Vice President Treasurer Assistant Treasurer Secretary Assistant Secretary Immediate Past President Director Director Director Director Director Director Director
Phone Directory
Jason P. Bohrer Jay Kirkpatrick III Monty Hagler Matthew Rankin BJ Szafran Mark Davidson David Egerton Thomas C. Watkins Richard Beard Michael H. Cornwell Ross Harris Elizabeth H. Payonk Cabell Poindexter Richard Ramsey Charles Wright
Club Directory
Farm Clubhouse Farm Golf Professional Shop Farm Pool Farm Snack Bar Farm Tennis Professional Shop Fitness Center Irving Park Clubhouse Irving Park Golf Professional Shop Irving Park Pool Irving Park Tennis Professional Shop
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January | February 2019
Email Terra Waldron, CCM, CCE - General Manager/COO t.waldron@greensborocc.org Tom Cascarano, USPTA - Director of Tennis gcctennis@greensborocc.org John Centore - Clubhouse Manager j.centore@greensborocc.org J. Scott Harmon - Director of Event Sales s.harmon@greensborocc.org Jason Hinson - Director of Facilities j.hinson@greensborocc.org Doug Lowe, CGCS - Director of Golf Course Maintenance d.lowe@greensborocc.org Amanda Lucas - Food and Beverage Director a.lucas@greensborocc.org Nikki Ludwig - Director of Communications n.ludwig@greensborocc.org Michelle Lunney - Chief Financial Officer m.lunney@greensborocc.org John McCallister - Director of Fitness j.mccallister@greensborocc.org Shannon O'York - Director of Youth & Aquatics s.oyork@greensborocc.org Lori Price - Membership Director l.price@greensborocc.org Bud Taylor, PGA - Director of Golf b.taylor@greensborocc.org Shayne Taylor, CEC, CCA - Executive Chef s.taylor@greensborocc.org Beth Wilkerson, PHR, SHRM-CP - b.wilkerson@greensborocc.org Director of Human Resources
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Food & Beverage Hours of Operation Sunset Room Reservations Recommended - Dressy Casual Dinner: Tuesday - Saturday: 6:00 - 9:30 p.m. Sunset Bar Beverage Service Tuesday - Thursday: 5:00 - 10:30 p.m. Friday & Saturday: 5:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. Family Grille/1909 Reservations Recommended - 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 a la Carte Brunch: 7:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Sunday Buffet: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. | 5:30 - 9:00 p.m. Dinner: Tuesday - Sunday: 5:30 - 9:00 p.m. Snack Bar: Closed Men’s Grille & Bar Tuesday - Sunday: 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Irving Park Halfway House Tuesday - Sunday: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Farm Grille Monday & Tuesday: Closed Bar Service: Wednesday - Sunday: 11:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. Food Service: Wednesday - Saturday: 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Thursday Night Buffets: 6:00 - 9:00 p.m.* Sunday Brunch Buffets: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.* Halfway House: Tuesday - Sunday: 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Snack Bar: Monday - Sunday: 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. *Reservations Recommended
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