July
M C ALLEN COUNTRY CLUB
2021
Dear MCC Members, You will notice that some staff is no longer wearing face coverings. The club policy is that facemasks remain mandatory for all staff. However, if any staff member wants to voluntarily prove vaccination to our HR department, he/she no longer must wear a face covering in the clubhouse. I will no longer be wearing mine. Hopefully, this will all end soon. Also, as I’ve mentioned over the last few months, moving forward, the MCC newsletter will be transmitted via email. Please continue to keep your contact information up to date; if your email address or phone number has changed recently, a quick call our office can remedy that. Also, we are able to send multiple newsletters to each membership. One to your spouse, one to work, one to the kids – just let us know. If you haven’t had an opportunity to see the commemorative 75th anniversary clock tower and member pavers, please find time to do so. It’s directly across from the pool on the golf course. What a neat project to be enjoyed by all. The Board approved another club-wide, in depth survey (like the one from 2017) to be conducted in late August. Once plans are formalized, I will be reaching out with more details. It is a means to gauge how we are doing, what we can do better, and your perspective on the future of MCC. Mark your calendars for both Saturday, August 21st for the 75th Anniversary Celebration at the Pool, and December 4th for the club’s Annual Christmas party and 75th Anniversary Spectacular. Both will be events NOT to be missed. I look forward to seeing you around your club, Jeff
Sending our Deepest Condolences to the La Mantia, Gillespie, and Milano Families. Page 1
Welcome
NEW MEMBERS
Frank Avalos & Ale Leal Robert & Lisa Cordova Arnoldo & Pati Curiel
Erik Diaz & Carolina Civarolo Alejandro & Maria Fernandez de Jauregui
Hector & Lisa Gracia JoAnne Garcia & Lonnie Guerrero Brandon & Flo Henderson Larry & Sally Hernandez Mark Hernandez Dr. Maroula Khraiche & Dr. James Boudreau Dr. Alex & Evelia Kudisch Steve & Mallory Latham Patrick & Courtney Moore Dr. Athanasi & Patricia Orfanos Dr. Raul & Suzanne Pena Tony & Shailey Phillips Ronny Rivera & Edith Lopez Dr. Bob Saggi David & Catherine Sanchez
Mike & Wendy Schroeder Dr. Andrew & Shellie Smith Dr. Joel & Carmen Solis Jacinto & Margarita Tamez Bret & Melanie Tibbets Lulu Gaby Vela
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GOLF AT MCC
The 2021 Open started with some serious rain. It was enough to cancel the first round and cause us to rethink how we played a few holes. The first round, alternate shot, was cancelled. Round two was played over 15 holes with hole 3 playing as a par three. The format of play, the final two days, was Low Ball and Scramble, respectively. There were two holes-in-one during the tournament. The guest of Miguel Del Angel Sr., Rudy Rivas, aced #3 on day two. Dr. Antonio DeGorordo aced #3 on day three. It was a crazy weekend, but the golfers had a great time. In Flight One, two teams remained tied after the completion of the tournament. The winner would be decided in a scorecard playoff. Winning the playoff on the fourth hole was the team of Henry Temkin and Rene Lopez. Josh Stewart and Travis Stansberry made a nice sized snake on the last hole but it wasn’t enough. Their team finished in second. In Flight Two, the team of Ben Smith and Brian Reilly shot the lowest final round in their flight to win by three shots. The team of Foued Abboud and Antonio Ruiz finished in second place. In Flight Three, the team of Sunil Wadhwani and Sameer Wadhwani showed no mercy. They finished with a 63 which was good enough to lock in their victory. The team of Alan Malkasian and Dr. Jesus Guerra finished in second place. Congratulations to all the winners and a big thank you to everyone that competed. It was a rough start but with patience and some hard work from Patrick Affolder, Golf Course Superintendent, and his crew; we were able to get it done. The tournament website is www.mcc-theopen2021.golfgenius.com with the GGID: MQXTAU July 26th, McAllen Country Club will play host to the STPGA Junior Golf Tournament.
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Hole-in-one Alfredo Montanero joined the ranks of the elite: the Ace’s Club. th On Saturday, June 19 , Alfredo stood on the 2nd hole with 4 hybrid in hand. The hole was playing 171 yards into a breeze. His shot was pure and headed right at the pin. At first, he thought it went over the green, but when he and Brian Humphreys looked into the hole; it was a confirmed ACE!! The ace was witness by Brian, Dr. Antonio DeGorordo and Dr. JJ Saenz Jr.
Saturday Chef Dinner Features
July 3rd •
July 10th
Osso Bucco
Lamb chops with curried pumpkin and chestnut
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July 17th •
Gnocchi with roasted gourd and Parmigiano Reggiano
July 24th •
Salmon Wellington
July 31st •
Roasted airline chicken with truffles and wild mushrooms
Friday Fresh Fish Dinner Feature
Winedown Wednesday Half price wine by the glass from 5 to 7pm on Wednesdays
Ponzu Glazed Trout
Fresh fish will be prepared to your liking (baked, broiled, fried, blackened, etc.). The variety we showcase will be simple - all natural flavors for you
to enjoy every Friday evening.
13110 Tequila Chorizo Shrimp Pasta
New Menu Items!
Spicy Glazed Salmon
TENNIS AT MCC Dear Members, Summer is here with plenty of activities at the club for all to enjoy. Our campers are improving their tennis game daily in a great environment that promotes fitness, a competitive spirit, fun, self-confidence, and the ability to fine tune their teamwork skills. Our goal is to teach campers of all ages the basic fundamentals of the game through effective communication, thoughtfulness, and encouragement. The staff takes a great deal of pride in offering every camper personal attention to assist him/her in becoming a better player. Campers have the opportunity to implement skills, techniques, and match play strategies they are learning in tennis camp. The campers learn hand and eye coordination while simultaneously improving their cardiovascular conditioning.
The children also fine tune their skills through practice sessions, drills, and match play to get them prepared to compete. Tennis provides campers with the opportunity to socialize with different types of athletes, develop life long friendships, and instill the discipline to achieve personal goals. Tennis is also a wonderful sport for adults interested in playing competitively, recreationally or simply used as a tool to diminish stress and get some exercise. Tennis enhances agility, mental acuity and physical conditioning that can prove beneficial in a multitude of contexts.
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Join us for
4th of July
Pool P A R T Y Sunday, July 4th, 2021 From 12:00 - 5:00pm Drink Specials Art and Crafts Pool Games Treats: Raspas & Cotton Candy
Lock–In
Aqua- FIT Aqua Fit is a low impact workout that takes pressure off your bones, joints, and muscles along with enhancing balance and coordination. The water is used as resistance to strengthen and tone your muscles.
Friday, July 16th, 2021 From 6:00 - 11:00pm Pool Games Glow in the Dark Bide Ride Night Games
Starting June 1st
Treats:
Tuesday & Thursday
Popcorn
9:30am
Candy Bag
$10– per session
Ice Cream Bar
$5++ per person RSVP by July 10th, 2021 19087
2021 HOURS Starting June 1, 2021 Monday: Closed for Maintenance Tuesday: Open swim hours, not staffed Wednesday - Friday: 2 to 9pm - Full Service* Saturday - Sunday: 11am – 9pm - Full Service* * Lifeguards on duty, with food and service Group & Private Swim Lessons
All other times, as always - swim at your own risk.
We will be providing swim classes with our advanced lifeguards this summer. If interested, please call the Club to schedule your time. Reservations must be made the Friday prior for proper staff scheduling. All swim classes are for
Member’s Only.
July
2021
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday 1
Friday 2
3 Osso Bucco
AquaFit
4
5 Sunday Brunch
6 Club Closed
7
8 Fried Chicken
AquaFit
July 4th
Winedown
Pool Party
Wednesday
Saturday
10
9
Lamb Chops with Curried Pumpkin and Chesnut
AquaFit
12 - 5pm
11
12
Sunday Brunch
13
14 AquaFit
Club Closed
15 AquaFit
Fried Chicken
Pool Lock-In 6 - 11pm
Winedown Wednesday
18
19
Sunday Brunch
20 Club Closed
22
21 AquaFit
17
16
23
24 Salmon Wellington
AquaFit
Fried Chicken Winedown
Gnocchi with Roasted Gourd and Parmigiano
Wednesday
25 Sunday Brunch
26
27 Club Closed
28 AquaFit
29
Fried Chicken
STPGA
Winedown
Jr. Golf Tournament
Wednesday Wine & Nine
30 AquaFit
31 Roasted Airline Chicken with Truffles and Wild Mushrooms
Golf
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Office
Dining
General Manager
956-631-1103
Tuesday
Jeff Lowder, CCM
Monday - Friday
9:00am - 7:00pm
956-631-1103
8:00am - 5:00pm
(Kitchen closes at 5:00pm)
Board of Directors
Staff
President Ben D. Smith
jeff@mcallencountryclub.com
Golf Pro Shop
Wednesday –Friday
956-686-0923
9:00am - 10:00pm
Tuesday - Saturday
Saturday
7:30am - 7:00pm
7:30am - 10:00pm
Golf Course
Sunday
Executive Chef
Tuesday - Sunday
7:30am - 7:00pm
Temoshi Kitamura
7:30am - 7:00pm
(Kitchen closes at 5:00pm)
Vice-President Jason Leal
PGA Golf Professional
Mike Perez 956-843-0522
Secretary Jeff Grossman
Treasurer George Pitchford
Directors at Large Providence Boneta Dale Fielder Courtney Forthuber Alfredo Montanaro Jennifer Thompson-Szutz
Ex-Officio Thomas Davidson
mike@mcallencountryclub.com
Golf Driving Range
Roost
Tuesday - Saturday
Tuesday - Friday
7:30am - 7:00pm
9:00am - 8:00pm
Sunday
(Kitchen closes at 5:00pm)
Tammie Risica
7:30am - 6:45pm
Saturday
956-843-0512
Tennis Shop
7:30am - 8:00pm
membership@mcallencountryclub.com
956-682-3459
(Kitchen closes at 5:00pm)
Monday - Saturday
Sunday
8:00am - 8:00pm
7:30am - 7:00pm
Sunday
(Kitchen closes at 5:00pm)
8:00am-5:00pm
Members Lounge
(Tennis shop closes
Wednesday –Saturday
956-631-1103 temoshi@mcallencountryclub.com
Director of Membership/ Marketing
Director of Member Services
Veronica Turrubiates veronica@mcallencountryclub.com
Director of Tennis Rudi Hilpert
Friday/Saturday at 5:00pm, Sunday Noon)
956-843-0520
5:00pm - 10:00pm Fitness Center
rudi@mcallencountryclub.com
Monday - Tuesday Director of Fitness
PRESORTED
Michael Puig
STANDARD
956-843-0523 michael@mcallencountryclub.com
Golf Course Superintendent
US POSTAGE PAID
McAllen PERMIT NO. 333
5:00am - 7:00pm Wednesday - Saturday 5:00am - 9:00pm Sunday 5:00am - 5:00pm
Patrick Affolder 956-843-0525 Patrick@mcallencountryclub.com
Club Controller Gary Lenz 956-843-0515 controller@mcallencountryclub.com
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