THE VALLEY VOICE
BROOK VALLEY COUNTRY CLUB
YOUR CLUB
MAINCLUBHOUSE
JULY&AUGUSTHOURS(SubjecttoChanges)
Monday CLOSED
Tuesday Kitchen-11:30am-4:00pm
Lounge-11:30am-6:30pm
Wednesday 11:30am-9:00pm
Thursday 11:30am-9:00pm
Friday 11:30am-9:00pm
Saturday 11:30am-7:00pm
Sunday 10:30am-7:00pm;Brunchuntil2:00pm
JULYGOLFSHOP,GOLFCOURSEANDPRACTICEFACILITYHOURS
GolfShop WeekdayI7:00am-6:30pm WeekendI7:00am-6:30pm GolfCourse WeekdayI8:00am-6:30pm WeekendI7:30am-6:30pm
PracticeFacility WeekdayI7:00am-7:00pm WeekendI7:00am-7:00pm
AUGUSTGOLFSHOP,GOLFCOURSEANDPRACTICEFACILITYHOURS
GolfShop WeekdayI7:00am-6:30pm WeekendI7:00am-6:30pm
GolfCourse WeekdayI8:00am-6:30pm
PracticeFacility
BVCCCONTACTLIST
Reservations
Lounge
ClubhouseManager
WeekendI7:30am-6:30pm
WeekdayI7:00am-7:00pm
WeekendI7:00am-7:00pm
252-751-1960Ext8032or8033
252-751-1960Ext8033
252-751-1960Ext8012
Membership&Accounting252-751-1960Ext8013
Events
GolfShop
252-751-1960Ext8036
252-751-1960Ext8021
252-751-1965
BROOK VALLEY COUNTRY CLUB STAFF
Cortne Hayes | membership@brookvalleycc com Member Services Director
Buckley Brockmann | bbrockmann@brookvalleycc.com Golf Course Superintendent & General Manager
Kenric Hunt | kenric.hunt@brookvalleycc.com Executive Chef
Kevin Cartwright | kcartwright@brookvalleycc com Clubhouse Manager
Denise Castagna-Ivey | fbmanager@brookvalleycc com Food & Beverage Manager
Christopher Mabe | cmabe@brookvalleycc.com Facilities Director
Dalton Rich | drich@brookvalleycc.com Director of Golf
Travis Weber | tweber@brookvalleycc com Head Golf Professional
Kelsey Casalaspro | kcasalaspro@brookvalleycc com Events Coordinator
MEMBERSHIP
I wanted to take a moment to say thank you for your continued presence and active participation at BVCC. Your enthusiasm for the events and your consistent support have not gone unnoticed, and they truly enrich the community spirit here at Brook Valley
As summer is now upon us, I'm delighted to see the pool bustling with activity and our members enjoying the sunshine. It's a wonderful sight to witness our facilities in full swing, providing joy and relaxation to all who visit
Please remember that your feedback, ideas, and concerns are invaluable to us Whether you have questions about upcoming events, suggestions for improvement, or anything else on your mind, please don't hesitate to reach out Your input helps us ensure that every member's experience is exceptional
Once again, thank you for being such an integral part of BVCC Your dedication makes all the difference, and we look forward to many more enjoyable moments together this season
CortneHayes DirectorofMemberServices&HR
NewMembers:
Craig & Elizabeth Stanley
Joey & Jennifer DiStefano
Laura & Justin Steigerwalt
Rob & Lauren Moreira
Helene & Taylor Farland
West & Jacquelynn Hughes
Anthony & Lindsey Cartrette
Barry & Christina Simo
Ginny & Robert Turcotte
Reza & Mary Ershadi
Brack & Jessie Massey
Sam & Casey Mitchell
Ryan & Amy Wedge
Brett & Joanna Schemerhorn
Maurice & Elise Marcuard
Bill & Leona Weissman
Jenna & Ryan Boardman
Jonathan & Liz Ellerbe
Reggi Dooley & Katie Foster
Matt & Kelly Sterling
Josh & Olivia Shore
Tucker & Whitley Stallings
Michael & Kayley Cannova
DID YOU KNOW?
McConnell Golf offers a Network Upgrade for our membership. For just $25 or $45, depending on your membership type, you can enjoy golf, pool, dining, and social activities at all McConnell Golf locations If you have any questions about the McConnell Golf Network Upgrade, contact Member Services Director, Cortne Hayes, at 252-751-1960 x 8013.
2024 MEMBERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES:
We offer a variety of different memberships to meet all your needs! Please share with your fellow neighbors, colleagues, family and friends the membership opportunities being offered at Brook Valley Country Club. All memberships are Family Memberships.
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What began as the historical preservation of Donald Ross’ last golf course design in Raleigh, NC, has blossomed into a portfolio of championship courses from the mountains to the coast Our “pure golf for the true golfer” motto transcends agronomy, sport and culinary disciplines it is a principle lived every day through exceptional facilities and service The “Pure Golf for the True Golfer” video encapsulates this principle, made in celebration of #NationalGolfDay
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Join us at @brookvalleycc for our Purple Pantry Blood drive Not only will you see Buddy there, you will also catch our favorite @thetachi ecu and @ecuppike as they never turn down the chance to serve their ECU community!
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DINING & EVENTS
INDEPENCE DAY POOL COOKOUT
THURSDAY, JULY 4| 12:00 - 3:00 PM
Come join us to celebrate our Independence! Chef will be grilling from 12:00-3:00PM with live music form DJ Eric!
FISH FRY FRIDAY
FRIDAY, JULY 26 | 6:00-9:00 PM
Chef Kenric will be throwing down in the kitchen with fresh, fried fish for your enjoyment! Please come join us!
BIRTHDAYNIGHT
WEDNESDAY,JULY10|6:00PM-9:00PM
AspecialHAPPYBIRTHDAYtoourmembersinJuly&August.Come toBVCCanddinewithus!Pleaseregisterforthisnightbecauseit’s alwaysbusy.LookformoreinformationinyourWeeklyHappenings.
LIVE MUSIC FRIDAY
FRIDAY, JULY 26 | 6:00PM-9:00PM
Join us at the Club for live music Friday with Allan Hinds performing. To join in the fun, register online
BRISKETNIGHT
WEDNESDAY,JULY31|6:00PM-9:00PM
Join us for chef’s special brisket! We always serve this with delicious sides and house made pickles! Be on the lookout for more details in yourWeeklyHappenings.
DINING & EVENTS
FRIED CHICKEN NIGHT
FRIDAY, AUGUST 2 | 6:00PM-9:00PM
Chef is at it again with his special fried chicken! Be sure to make a reservation to ensure you don't miss out on Chef's famous fried chicken!
PRIME RIB NIGHT
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 28 | 6:00PM-9:00PM
Come out and enjoy Chef Kenric's Prime Rib Dinner cooked to perfection.
BIRTHDAY NIGHT
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 14 | 6:00PM-9:00PM
A special HAPPY BIRTHDAY to our members in July & August. Come to BVCC and dine with us! Please register for this night because it’s always busy Look for more information in your Weekly Happenings
LIVE MUSIC FRIDAY
FRIDAY, AUGUST 30 | 6:00PM-9:00PM
Join us at the Club for live music Friday with Allan Hinds performing To join in the fun, register online.
To-GoOrdersforLunch&Dinner
Brook Valley continues to offer to-go options, as well as curbside or indoor pickup, so you can enjoy it in the comfort of your own home The best way to guarantee your order being ready and available is to call the club The number is 252-751-1960; dial Ext 8033 when the auto attendantanswersthephone WehopeyoucontinuetoenjoythedeliciousfoodChefandhisstaffcreateforyou
RESERVATIONSREQUEST
Duringthistimeofyear,itissuchatreattocomeouttotheclubforawonderfuleveningout.Inorderforourstafftoprovidepremiumservice andamplefoodpreparation,wekindlyaskthatyoucallaheadforreservationsnolaterthan3:00pmonthedayyouwishtodine Pleaseadhere toourreservationdeadlineswhicharepostedonthewebsiteandinthenewsletter,sothatChefcanmeetproductorderingdeadlines Online reservations may be made up to 24 hours in advance, or you may email Denise Castagna-Ivey atfbmanager@brookvalleycc.com or Kevin Cartwrightatkcartwright@brookvalleycc.com.Thankyouforyourcontinuedsupport!
GOLF UPDATES
Dear Members,
We have reached the midpoint of the year, and our biggest golf events of the year are right around the corner. Without hardly any precipitation in nearly a month, the golf course and practice facilities have had plenty of action over the last couple months!
With the June aerification in the rear-view mirror, the golf course will be rounding into top shape for Men’s Member-Member, Ladies’ MemberMember, and the Ellis Maples Invitational We are excited for these prestigious member events and look forward to providing an atmosphere for competitive golf and wonderful club memories
May and June also provided some great golf events at the club such as the Men’s 6/6/6 won by the teams of Ron Cooke & Will Brinson and Cam Edwards & Jeff Cargile There was also the exciting Taps & Tees event where five of our local breweries joined us on the golf course and provided samples of some of their best-selling craft beers These were both popular new events to the golf schedule this year!
Our golf shop remains stocked with apparel and accessories from some of the top brands in the industry! We will be expecting our fall shipments to begin arriving in late July and early August. These shipments include brand new headwear from Branded Bills and TaylorMade in addition to apparel from Stitch and Johnnie-O The fall shipment of Johnnie-O will feature a special line of ECU Pirate options!
July and August are sure to be the best months of the year, and we look forward to seeing you and your families enjoying quality time at the club!
“Don’t practice until you get it right...Practice until you can’t get it wrong” - Payne Stewart
Dalton Rich Director of Golf
July-August Golf Schedule
July 4th–Independence Day Flag Tournament (Normal Tee Times)
July 9-12–Kids Camp #2
July 17th-Ladies Nine & Wine
June 20-21-Men’s Member-Member
Jule 27th-Ladies’ Member-Member
August 5-9-GPro Greenville Open
August 13-16-Kids Camp #3
August 22nd–Ellis Maples Invitation
August 30th–Ladies Nine & Wine
MGA Men’s Nights
July 3rd, 11th, 18th and 25th
August 1st, 8th, 15th and 29th
LGA Play Days
July 6th
August 10th and 31st
Northeastern Senior Interclub’s
July 25th – Greenville Country Club
August 20th – Wilson Country Club
TURF TALK
It was a beautiful May followed by a record breaking hot and dry June Golf course aeration went very well that first full week in June, but then someone turned off the faucet From June 5th to June 24th we recorded a grand total of 0 30 inches of rain
The good news about a draught is we get a free audit of our irrigation system. Any irrigation head not working properly becomes very evident. Our irrigation system is definitely showing its age. The Golf Course Maintenance team has repaired or replaced over 20 irrigation heads in the span of 3 weeks
Most areas on the course have healed up as expected after aeration We cannot thank you enough for giving us the time to take care of the course appropriately This spring we had the most grass retention in the collars of the greens that we have seen in years We saw very little winterkill, or winter desiccation. This is a direct result of the combination of proper aeration, fertility, and water management. Aerating makes a big difference. The benefits far outweigh the costs.
Over the summer months we have enough staff to keep the golf course in good shape, but we do not often have the time for side projects Typically, we spend any extra time in the summer on irrigation assessment and repair This fall we will be adding sand to several bunkers, and will be looking at some landscaping updates
This is also a great time for my yearly reminder to apply bug spray, or spray on sunscreen, over a paved surface. The propellant used in personal protectant sprays can chemically burn turfgrass. When these products are applied over grass, we often see a set of green footprints surrounded by a circle of brown. If used on a golf green the grass can die. Please think before you apply protectants.
For home lawns, now is not the time to apply herbicides The combination of high temperatures and lack of rain can be lethal when herbicides are added to the equation Water your yard as you see fit and keep it cut this time of year You will have time for other practices toward the autumn of the year.
Stay cool, stay hydrated, apply your sunscreen (on the cart path), and we hope to see you on the course!
Yours in turf,
Buckley Brockmann
GC Superintendent
ADVERTISE IN THE FALL/WINTER 2024 EDITION OF MCCONNELL GOLF, THE MAGAZINE
Set yourself up for success in the fall We invite you to diversify your brand and connect with new audiences with the 2024 Fall/Winter edition of McConnell Golf, The Magazine! Promote your business in a best-in-class setting throughout our network of 16 properties spanning across four states If you are interested in advertising or listing your business in our magazine, please contact your club’s membership director today
2024 WYNDHAM CHAMPIONSHIP I AUGUST 7-11
The PGA TOUR returns to Sedgefield CC for the 2024 Wyndham Championship, marking the 85th edition of North Carolina’s oldest professional golf event We invite you to experience the excitement firsthand, with exclusive access for McConnell Golf members to four hospitality areas Enjoy the lively atmosphere at Slammin' Sammy's Pub, located in Sedgefield's clubhouse ballroom (entrance behind No 9 green), or take in the action from open-air skyboxes on holes 15, 17, and 18. Both member charge and credit cards are accepted in all McConnell Golf hospitality areas. To reserve your tickets, please complete the online ticket request form at https://bit.ly/wyndhamtickets2024
2024 WINSTON-SALEM OPEN I AUGUST 19
Join other members throughout McConnell Golf at the Winston-Salem Open! Gates open at 1 PM with the last match ending late into the night We will have a McConnell Golf tailgate from 11:30 AM to 1 PM in the parking lot outside of the tennis facility Complimentary food and drinks will be provided Please contact your club’s tennis professional by August 5th to secure your tickets to this year’s event
JULY COOKIE OF THE MONTH: PEACH COBBLER COOKIE RECIPE BY RON GORDILS, EXECUTIVE CHEF AT SEDGEFIELD CC
Experience the essence of summer with this Peach Cobbler Cookie Picture golden rays kissing your skin as you savor the warmth of juicy peaches mingling with sweet, crumbly perfection Indulge in a seasonal delight that captures the lazy, hazy days of summertime in every delicious bite.
Ingredients:
1 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup chopped peeled fresh peaches
Instructions
Preheat
AUGUST
COOKIE OF THE MONTH: CRANBERRY-ORANGE
SHORTBREAD COOKIE RECIPE
BY CULINARY TEAM AT THE WATER’S EDGE CC
Buttery, melt-in-your-mouth shortbread is complemented with the tartness of cranberry and bright notes of citrus. Enjoy a recipe that's easy to prepare and yields a crumbly cookie that can be enjoyed year-round.
Ingredients
1 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup unsalted butter
Instructions
1 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 cup unsalted butter
Combine flour, baking powder, salt, and nutmeg in bowl and mix together.
Cream butter in a large bowl using electric blender until fluffy and lightened in color slightly. Add sugar and cream on medium speed until lightly fluffy, several more minutes. Mix in vanilla and orange zest.Add flour mixture in 3 batches until just combined, kneading the last addition by hand, knead in cranberries and apricots.
Divide dough in half and roll out into two long logs Wrap each log in parchment paper and refrigerate until dough is chilled, at least four hours
Remove
