MCC August 2023 Newsletter

2023 August Newsletter

Dear MCC Members,

Collectively, we must always remember:

We are LADIES AND GENTLEMEN SERVING LADIES AND GENTLEMEN. I would like to think that character is the most vital component of our membership and what makes MCC so special.

By the time you receive your newsletter, the Pool House / Tennis Shop renovation will be completed. Even if you don’t swim or play tennis, the new kitchen with the pizza oven is open and ready for service. Find time to visit, I know staff would be more than happy to show you around.

Speaking of the remodel, please see the insert for the Grand Opening on August 5th. The Pool House and Tennis will be open all day, with the party from 5-8pm. Pizza with other snacks will be complimentary with beverages upon signature.

Also, the House Committee with Board approval have a new dress code for your club (see insert). Please be aware and remind your guests as necessary. Your help moving forward is truly appreciated.

Work on the west patio continues. We encountered bigger issues than initially thought. Eddie and his maintenance staff uncovered drainage and support issues which are being rectified. The project may last a week longer, but it will be worth the extra time. I appreciate your patience.

If you haven’t signed up for CLUBSTER, please do so. The app helps us communicate directly to your phone. Lastly, we continue with a full membership with a waitlist. As I have stated many times, what a great time to be a member of McAllen Country Club. With that, I look forward to seeing you around your club,

NewMembers

Jeff

Dear MCC Members,

We are thrilled to announce the completion of our much-anticipated Pool House Kitchen! It's been an exciting journey filled with challenges and triumphs, and we couldn't have done it without the collective effort from everyone involved.

Our dedicated team worked tirelessly to create the perfect pizza menu, testing and refining numerous recipes. Thanks to your valuable feedback, we've crafted a selection that we're confident you'll love. Special thanks to Brad Benter; he was instrumental in setting up our mobile ordering system, bringing the entire ordering process into the 21st century.

We must acknowledge the unwavering support from our membership, the Sports Committee, and the House and Social Committee. Your patience, suggestions, and collaboration motivated us to create the best dining experience for you.

We invite all members to join us for the grand opening event. Enjoy the delectable pizzas and the fantastic ambiance of our newly completed Pool House Kitchen with its brick oven pizzas! The first round of pizzas is on us on August 5th from 5-8pm!

We look forward to serving you!

Chef Temoshi

August Chef Dinner Features

Creamy Pork Bolognese Duck Croquette

Stuffed Acorn Squash with Ribeye Cracklin

Fall Steak salad

Grilled Flat Bread with Duck

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McAllen Country Club Dress Code

McAllen Country Club is a premier, full-service, family-oriented, private country club dedicated to the enjoyment of our members, their families, and guests. Please be mindful in maintaining MCC’s high standards, your clothing and appearance should be neat and tasteful.

The intent of the dress code is to make our environment more enjoyable and help sustain the quality of membership and standard of excellence upon which McAllen Country Club was established. Proper attire while at MCC is not only important in the clubhouse, but also in the pool area, tennis courts, and on the golf course. It is the responsibility of the Member and common courtesy to inform their guests of proper attire and applicable rules before arriving at the club.

Country Club Casual attire generally means business attire or business casual.

Unless otherwise noted, Country Club Casual is allowed in all areas of the clubhouse, except for special events that have a defined dress requirement.

Scrubs are allowed on weekdays for breakfast and lunch in the Oak, and Pecan Room and all day in the Hickory Room. Please make sure scrubs are clean and neat. Scrubs are not allowed in the Mesquite or Members Lounge at any time and are not allowed for Sunday brunch or holiday brunches.

The following items are prohibited in any section of the clubhouse (Locker rooms excluded), regardless of gender or age.

• No ripped, torn, or frayed jeans. (Denim must be tasteful and in good condition.)

• Men may not wear hats or visors in The Oak Room, Pecan, Mesquite, and Members Lounge.

• Short shorts, skirts, or dresses

• Tank tops and cut-off shorts

• Exposed undergarments

• “See-through” fabric without proper lining

• Bare midriffs

• Hooded sweatshirts that are not related to a school, team or McAllen Country Club

• Footwear must be worn at all times. Beach/rubber flip-flops, slides, and shower shoes are not permitted. Leather sandals may be worn.

• Members may only wear swim apparel in and around the pool area.

For children under 12, we ask parents to encourage appropriate dress while at the Club. Once children turn 12 years of age, they are expected to comply with the adult dress code policies.

Children’s Behavior: MCC is a family-oriented club. Parents, please ensure that your children do not engage in conduct that detracts from other Members’ enjoyment of the dining experience or risks accidents to your child, members, or the staff. Children must be supervised at all times.

Swimming Pool

•Proper and appropriate swimming attire is required at all times in keeping with the family-oriented nature of the club. Proper attire includes bathing suits, board shorts, or rash guards.

• Prohibited Attire – Cotton clothing, sports bras, cutoffs, black shirts, thongs, Brazilian/Gstring bathing suits or similar attire are considered inappropriate attire and are not allowed.

• Children who are not potty-trained must wear protective pants in the swimming pool(s).

• Swimmers in bathing suits, including cover-ups, are not allowed on the golf course, tennis courts, putting green, or in the clubhouse.

Oak Room/Pecan Room

Country Club casual attire/dress shorts

Men are required to wear a collared shirt

Jeans are permitted that are tasteful and in good condition.

Hickory Room/Patio

Country Club casual attire/dress shorts

Exercise attire is permitted

Hats and caps are permitted

Jeans are permitted that are tasteful and in good condition.

Mesquite

Business Casual (No jacket required)

Men are required to wear a collared shirt

Shorts are prohibited

Children age 12 & up permitted

Jeans are not permitted.

Member’s Lounge

Country Club casual attire/dress shorts

Cell Phone Policy: In all areas of the club, out of courtesy to your fellow members, please take phone calls in the hallway.

Enforcement: Please be advised that matters pertaining to the clubhouse are under the jurisdiction of the House Committee. The House Committee shall enforce the foregoing rules and entrusts the club staff with the same enforcement authority. Failure to follow these rules may lead to disciplinary action up to and including suspension.

MCC Golfing Membership,

McAllen Country Club will be removing bunker rakes from the golf course. Bunker rakes will be placed on the golf cart fleet, private carts and if anyone is walking, the golf shop will provide access to a rake. This policy will take effect on August 1st.

During this period, the golf shop will be educating our members on proper etiquette when using bunker rakes. The correct sequence of actions is to first locate your ball, determine the shortest distance to walk into the bunker to reach it. Take your desired club and the rake, hit your shot, and exit the bunker using the same path you entered to minimize the need for excessive raking. To ensure that all footprints are properly repaired, we recommend walking out backwards as you exit. Our goal is to always leave the course in better condition than we found it.

Remember, this is YOUR course, your country club. Please take pride in ownership.

Mike

Junior Camp Golf Tournament was July 21st. Another great showing for the kids that came out to give it their all.

Gage Byron won in a scorecard playoff over Noah Lee. Jonah Lee won long drive and Fitz Flores captured the closest-to-the-pin.

TaylorMade Fitting

McAllen Country Club

September 11th

10:00am - 2:00pm

TaylorMade will be at the club for one-on-one fitting experience with our membership. Members must be signed up through the event portal to have their own exclusive fitting.

Fittings run for 30 minutes and will cover one of three areas: driver, wedges or irons. You will need to indicate this when the event portal opens on August 16th. The event portal will be sent out through the golf email and through the Clubster app.

Thank you to all the kids and families for coming out.

Working Man's Weekend

Two-Man Match Play Championship

September 15th-17th

Format: Two Man teams, 45 holes

Friday: Optional Practice Round

Saturday: 9:00AM Shotgun

Sunday: 9:00AM Shotgun

Eligibility: Teams may be made up of members in good standing of McAllen Country Club and/or their guests. Guests must have a USGA handicap index from other recognized USGA club. Players Pool: Optional $100 per team. Payout within flights. Entry Fee: $400 per team. Includes carts, range, tee prizes, hors d'oeuvres on the first and last day, hole contest and awards.

Field limited to first 36 teams

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Call MCC Golf

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(956) 686-0923

Dear MCC Members,

Thank you for supporting the Tennis Camp this summer! The campers had a great opportunity to experience how fun and challenging tennis can be for anyone of any age.

We are excited to have a remodeled Tennis Pro Shop. Thank you to the Board and the Sports Committee. My staff and I are ready to serve you in our new facility.

Our MCC Women’s Doubles League will resume play on Tuesdays the first week of September. If you are interested in playing in our MCC Women’s League or our USTA Leagues, please contact the Tennis Pro Shop at 956-682-3459 for further information.

Our after-school programs for kids will begin the first week September. Please register for the program in the Tennis Pro Shop. The program is for members only.