August Newsletter MCC 2024
Dear MCC Members,
Last month at this time, I had an excellent candidate for the club’s Director of Racquets
After several meetings with the candidate with me and the tennis staff, I made an offer, after two weeks without a response, I concluded he was not interested I was right He finally reached out after deciding he wasn’t up for the job Sad to say, but we continue on Thank you for your patience even though, understandably, I know it is running thin
If you need anything in the interim, please reach out to Hannia, Jackie, or Jeremiah; they are here to help
Regarding our Strategic Plan, the Board and a sub-committee worked with help from Club Benchmarking to update the club’s founding philosophies:
VISION STATEMENT
To set the standard for excellence that creates exceptional experiences for our members
MISSION STATEMENT
To provide a vibrant, exclusive country club with superior amenities and services that creates lifelong memories
CORE VALUES
Superb Membership Experience
We are committed to delivering the highest quality service, striving for excellence in all that we do, and leading to memorable Member experiences across all areas of the Club
Transparent Governance
We are transparent, vigilant stewards of the responsibilities and resources entrusted to us by our Members We govern with high levels of transparency to our Members
Premier Amenities
We are committed to maintaining, enhancing, and expanding our amenities at the highest level across all areas of the Club.
A Culture of Mutual Respect
We show respect to our fellow Members, the staff, and our facilities.
Genuine Hospitality
We seek to consistently deliver a hospitality experience that is beyond expectations and rooted in a sincere desire to serve
BRAND
To build on our legacy by providing an extraordinary lifestyle for our members
These concepts form a foundation that helps with all decision making. If ideas, plans, or goals contradict, we don’t move forward.
A huge thank you to those who dedicated their time and perspective to such a worthwhile plan
Are you interested in serving on a committee? Please let me know as we are always looking for good volunteer members to help advise both management and the board Please know that service on the board is always preceded by committee service
Lastly, we continue with a full membership with a short 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,
New Members Welcome
AnaCelia&ArmandoAraujo
McLeanBeckwith
AdamCaldwell&VanessaHayes
Eduardo&JenniferMartinezdelCampo
EmmaMontes-Ewing&SteveEwing
Andrew&BrandySalinas
Alfonso&MonicaVillarreal
Our Deepest Sympathy to Pitchford & Van Burkleo Families
Monday-Wednesday-Friday 9am
Dear Members,
This month, we’re introducing a new menu that makes our Josper Charcoal Oven the focal point This artisanal masterpiece accentuates the best in our premium prime steak cuts, which you can pair with various à la carte sides and sauces, not to mention our wine
In addition to our steak offerings, we are extending our dinner features for the entire month This change allows you to experience a range of seasonal, classic, and trending dishes Also, I want to remind everyone of our featured dishes at the RAC Cafe, available every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. These dishes can be fun and playful as much as they are delicious. Look for our posting on Clubster for the next new items.
Our brunch buffet also has a wonderful new addition a crepe station The positive feedback has been tremendous, and we’re expanding the selection to include more sweet and savory crepe options
We look forward to you trying these new experiences,
August Chef Dinner Features
Dear Members,
I want the membership to know what an amazing accomplishment it was for Dylan Villarreal (Roland Villarreal’s son) to qualify for the US Junior Amateur Championship. There were 3,522 entries. There are only 264 playing of those 91 were exempt This is the 76th playing of the USGA Junior Amateur held at Oakland Hills CC The competition was held on July 22nd to the 27th Dylan posted a 67 to tie low medalist qualifier at - Farm & Allie GC in Carencro, Louisiana
I hope everyone had a great Fourth of July!! The Fourth is always a great day at the club To celebrate, the golf shop held its annual Flag Tournament Ben Smith and Bill Guerra, both made it to the tee of #2 Josh Stansberry and Natalie Guerra both were able to hit their tee shots with Josh finishing just a little closer to the green than Natalie Congratulations to the four golfers, they each received a cash prize.
Junior Golf Camp is winding down August will have the final two golf camps: August 6th-8th and 13th-15th The Junior Golf Camp will conclude with a final tournament for all the camp participants on August 16th. If your child has participated in any of the camps, they are welcome to compete. Sign up in the golf shop. If you need additional information, contact the golf shop for further details
Krista’s Corner – SHOES, SHOES, and more SHOES!!! If you have had your eye on one of the pairs of shoes in the golf shop, August 16th-18th is your time to buy
All golf shoes, in inventory, will be marked down 35%
W O R K I N G M A N ’ S W E E K E N D
TWO-MAN MATCH PLAY CHAMPIONSHIP
September 14th—15th
Friday: Optional Practice Round
Saturday: 9:00am Shotgun
Sunday: 9:00am Shotgun
Format: Two Man teams, 45 holes
Saturday will consist of three 9-hole matches
Sunday will consist of two 9-hole matches and Final matches between flight winners
Eligibility: Teams may be made up of male members in good standing of McAllen Country Club and/or their guests.
Entry Fee: $400 per team. Includes carts, range, tee prizes, hors d’oeuvres on the first and last day, hole contests and awards.
Field limited to first 36 teams
Call MCC Golf Shop for details (956) 686– 0923
Monday - Closed for Maintenance
Tuesday & Thursday
7-10am Open Swim, no service
Tuesday – Sunday
10am–9pm – Full Service*
Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, & Sunday
8-10am Open Swim, no service
*Lifeguards on duty, with food service and waitstaff
All other times, as always – swim at your own risk.
Pool
Dresscode
Properandappropriateswimmingattireisrequiredatall timesinkeepingwiththefamily-orientednatureofthe club.Properattireincludesbathingsuits,boardshorts, orrashguards.
ProhibitedAttire–Cottonclothing,sportsbras,cutoffs, blackshirts,thongs,Brazilian/G-stringbathingsuitsor similarattireareconsideredinappropriateattire Childrenwhoarenotpotty-trainedmustwearprotective pantsintheswimmingpool(s).
Swimmersinbathingsuits,includingcover-ups,arenot allowedonthegolfcourse,tenniscourts,puttinggreen, orintheclubhouse.
August 2nd
SCHOOL
BACKTO PARTY
SATURDAY AUGUST17TH
TIME:2-6PM
Summer Camp
July 29 - August 1
8:30 - 11:30am
August 5 - 8
8:30 - 11:30am
Afternoon Clinics
Starting August 2024.
• Future Stars:
Mondays & Wednesdays
4:30- 5:00pm
4 - 7 years old
$15 per session
•Junior Aces:
Mondays & Wednesdays
5:00 - 6:00pm
7 – 14 years old
$25 per session
Children’s Weekend Clinic Saturday 10-11am
4 - 14 years old
$25 each child
Pickleball Clinics are back! Starting August 2024
• Pickleball Beginner Clinic
Tuesdays
6:30-7:30pm
$20 per person
• Pickleball Drop in Thursdays
6:30-8pm
McAllen Country Club Women’s 40 and over team participated at Little State in Corpus Christi on June 7, 8 and 9th. Those who attended were: Gilda Bowen (Captain), Zorais Milano, Liza De Los Santos, Janeth De La Fuente, Gaby Almanza, Felicia Partida, and Mariana Huber
Not shown: Elisa Gonzales, Licia Cerrate-Reinoso
Tuesday Morning League will begin on Tuesday, September 3rd at 8:30am.
To sign up please email or call to confirm your participation by August 26th.
**Attention Members:**
We will now have an 8-week league format. If a week is canceled due to bad weather, it will be rescheduled for the following week. Each court will receive a free can of balls, and a fruit cup will be provided after every Tuesday League. At the end of the 8 weeks, the winner will receive a prize.
Fees: Members: $40
Non-members: $60
• No $20 fee for non-members.
• Members and non-members are allowed to substitute at no charge, but you’re only allowed to sub in 4 times during the 8 weeks.
Tennis@mcallencountryclub.com (956) 682-3459
