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Turf Talk
Greetings from the maintenance staff! As summer is winding down, we are eagerly looking forward to some cooler temperatures ahead. We have several projects planned in the coming months that are going to enhance your playing experience. We will be performing our fall aerification which will include greens, tees, approaches, fairways, and rough. We will continue sodding bare areas around the course, seeding thin spots, and will be repairing more green surrounds. We also have a list of areas that are in need of more drainage, and hope to begin work on these areas as well. I also wanted to take a moment to discuss ball marks and divots. With the increased rounds of golf over the summer months, there has also been an increase in the number of ball marks and divots around the course. There is signage around the course that demonstrates the proper way to repair ball marks and divots. A ball mark or divot that has not been properly fixed, can take weeks to heal; whereas a ball mark or divot that is repaired properly is able to completely heal in a fraction of that time. The staff and I fix ball marks on a regular basis, and make sure sand containers are readily available as part of the daily course set up, to help aid in the recovery process. If left unattended, ball marks and divots will result in unsatisfactory playing conditions. Our goal is to maintain the golf course in such a way that each time you play, it is more enjoyable than the last.
Once again, it has been my pleasure engaging with the membership. We are excited for the improvements ahead and look forward to a busy and rewarding fall season. And last but not least, I would like to thank the many members that have volunteered their time to lend a helping hand filling divots on tees, fairways, and approaches this season. It is always very gratifying to see the many groups coming together as a team to show their pride in the golf course.
Summer is winding down somewhat which means that the summer camps are over but with school being done virtually, we still should see lots of tennis activity at the courts with PE tennis as well as the after school programs. Online reservations are highly recommended to make sure everyone can spread out safely and enjoy the courts.
CCA was the site of a high level USTA jr tournament at the beginning of August that saw some of the top players come to AVL from all over the south to compete. We hosted the boys 1 4’s and 1 6 and under divisions. Some of our own jr’s competed in the event and several had some great success. Andre Fogarasi’s grandson, Benjamin managed to win the consolation division in the boys 1 0 and unders. Benjamin is only 8 years old so this was a great tournament for him after a great summer of training. New member, Hunter Nussbaum had a great event as well and tied for 3rd place in the 1 6’s division. Xander Barber was in the finals of the 1 6’s but it was unfortunately rained out. Congrats to them all.
CCA will be hosting a USTA jr event at the end of Aug, results will be in the next newsletter but I expect some great play from a lot of them after all the hard work they have put in this summer. Benjamin Bordlee, USTA Boys Under 1 0 Division Champ
WOMEN
This summer, we had a great group of new players come out to learn to play tennis and hope to keep the excitement going this fall. If you are a new player and have interest in this, please contact Bill or Tito to find out which days we have group lessons for them.
MEN
We have been battling rainy Thursday evenings all summer but we are continuing Men’s Night Doubles play on Thursday evenings. Tennis starts at 6:30, just arrive by 6:30 and Bill will set the groups up at that time.
JUNIORS
With public schools going back virtually; we have some different jr. clinic options this year. We are offering classes at 1 :00 and 2:00 in conjunction with the CCA Study Hall program. Also, we will have our after school program in place for others that have in person
schooling. Please contact Bill for more info on this.
G A M E O N ! !
TEEN SPORTS STRENGTH + CONDITIONING
With School Athletics still up in the air or on hold for the fall, leave it to CCA Trainer, Joseph Hart, to help keep those kids in tip-top shape!
MEET JOSEPH HART
Crossfit Level 1 Certificate, NASM- Certified Personal Trainer, NASM- Performance Enhancement Specialist, USA weightlifting Sports Performance Coach, TRXSuspension Trainer
As a lifelong athlete, I’ve had the opportunity to compete in numerous sports including power lifting and Olympic weightlifting. Exercise is as much a part of who I am as anything else could be. It has been my life’s work, my passion, and my play. I started coaching youth sports in high school and have been involved in coaching/training ever since. Here in my native home of Asheville I’ve had the privilege to work with clients and athletes of all ages and abilities ranging from division 1 college athletes to cancer survivors. I have written programming for multiple Crossfit affiliates as well as other gyms in WNC and have been a part of collaborations with local and national organizations to provide exercise and nutritional guidance to specialized populations such as Post cardiac rehab patients, cancer survivors, at risk youth, and diabetics. Health and fitness is not exclusive to any one type of person and it always my mission to show others that the things they dream of are achievable and that nobody is the same just as no personality is the same.
Sports specific Strength and Conditioning Rates: Individual 60 minute sessions $60 Individual 90 minute sessions $1 00
Small group (2-3) 60 minute sessions $45* Small group (2-3) 90 minute sessions $80* *each
Team pack (4+) 60 minute sessions $30* Team pack (4+) 90 minute sessions $60* *each
To Book a Session, Call Joseph at 828.551.2307 or Email hartshealth@yahoo.com
The Dogs Days of Summer are almost over and I think we are all ready to forget this one! Join Paula on the back lawn 4 Saturdays beginning September 1 2 for a yoga series to help get your mind and body right for the start of a new season! Each week will be a new focus.
9/1 2-Week 1 STRETCH: A full body stretch- from top to bottom- neck to toes. 9/1 9-Week 2 STRENGTHEN: Poses to strengthen legs, core, arms and back. 9/26-Week 3 BALANCE: Balancing on arms, legs and all 4’sdeveloping concentration and breath. 1 0/1 0-Week 4 FLOW: Coordinating breath with movement, this class will flow seamlessly.
Registeronline orbycalling the front desk.
ON-SITE MASSAGE SERVICES
Standard Full-body Massage Rates 30 Min. $40 60 Min. $70 90 Min. $90 1 20 Min. $1 20
Contact Natalie to make an appointment at 828.707.0047
Summer is over and needless to say, it was one we won't forget, even though some of us might like to! The kids have been through so much and I'm sure they are all ready to resume some sense of normalcy. We, at CCA, are doing our best to try and help keep the kids busy and provide as much support for our families as possible. We were able to successfully carry out summer camp programs here while maintaining safety and compliance! We are so relieved to have completed that without incident! Friday night Kids Clubs have been moving along successfully as well as our occasional Tween and Toddler Nights!
Drop & Play is back in session with childcare available for ages 6 weeks to 6 years, Monday-Friday. New this fall we have our Study Hall program. This is for elementary and middle school children who will be participating in distance learning for the first couple months. We are delighted to be able to offer that this year to the parents who still need to work or don't feel comfortable assisting their kids with their school work. Be sure to sign up for our afternoon sports classes as well!
STUDY HALL
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, & Thursdays August 25 - ?? Kindergarten and Up $ * 25/day for Full days a $60 vaila for ble 3 u days/week ntil 4:00pm, - H as a k lf L Days aine formore details!
We are excited to announce that we will be offering assistance to families who's children will be participating in Distance Learning or Homeschooling this fall! Mrs. Lynn is a certified teacher and experienced homeschooler will be joining our team to ensure the kids get the most out of this program! She will be here to make sure your kids are staying on task, assist with any assignments they have, and make sure the kids don't get bogged down from so much screen time! Each child will be assigned their own table upstairs in our dogwood loft where they will be able to focus on their lessons for the day. Study Hall begins at 8:30am and they have the option of being picked up at 1 2:00 or they can stay for lunch until 1 2:30. We also have a full day option until 4:00pm. For those who choose to participate in afterschool activities such as golf and tennis, we will be sure they safely arrive at their destinations.
CCA DROP & PLAY
Monday-Friday | Ages 6 weeks - 6 years Preschool Hours: 8:30am-1 2:30pm or 1 :00pm-4:00pm Nursery Hours | 8:30am-1 :00pm
The Country Club of Asheville’s Drop & Play program is designed for our families who need a place to bring your young children as your part-time childcare solution. Whether you are participating in on-site leisure activities, running errands or just need a short break, we are here for you! Our goal is to provide you, our members, with a safe, nurturing, educational environment that you can feel comfortable leaving your children. Throughout their time here, the children will be engaged with activities such as art, reading, literacy, math, physical activity and music. The small class sizes give the children an opportunity to gradually adjust to a "school" setting. They are able to gain social skills without feeling overwhelmed. The teacher is able to provide a more personalized experience for them with the ability to give each child individualized care and attention.
Our Nursery program is a safe nurturing place for your to bring your littlest loves while you are away. We keep them on the feeding and napping schedule of your choice. There day here will be filled with songs, books and lots of play time!
For more information or rates, please contact 828.258.91 83 X1 or lkovac@ccofasheville.com. Laine Kovac
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TROLLS PARTY
Tonight we are rockin' out Trolls style! The kids will be doing Trolls karaoke, Trolls themed crafts and watching Trolls World Tour at the end of the night!
DINOSAUR SHINDIG
RAWR! Bring you little dinos for this night full of stomping, growling and dino games! We will be digging for dinosaur bones, doing the Dinosaur Stomp and more!
JEWELRY-MAKING NIGHT
Time to get crafty! We will be making necklaces, bracelets and whatever else your heart desires! Boys are welcome to attend and make something for a loved one!
Fall C E L E B R A T I O N !
Let's celebrate the first day of fall with a bang! Bring the kids out tonight for lawn games,crafts, food and a bounce house! Space is limited so make your reservations early!
LEGO SOCIAL
Are your kids Lego fanatics? Well this is the night for them! Bring them out to the club for Lego building and socializing with friends while you enjoy some adult time.
TWEEN NIGHT: MINECRAFT MANIA!
We are busting out the PlayStation and letting the kids have some game time with their friends! Minecraft seems to be the hit right now but we also have Madden and more! See you there!
TODDLER NIGHT: BABY SHARK
BABY SHARK DO-DO-DO-DO! If you have that song stuck in your head, you must have a toddler! Take a break from the kids songs for the night and have some adult time. We will keep the toddlers entertained with Baby Shark and other toddler songs and dances!
PUMPKIN PAINTING PARTY
Let's get messy and paint some pumpkins! Each child will get to paint and decorate their own mini-pumpkin and afterwards, pumpkin cookies!!
Dress in your costumes and join evening of games, dancing and halloween tunes all evening! us in the ballroom for a not-so-scary treats! The DJ will be here spinning
JIM HERMAN WINS THIRD TITLE AT WYNDHAM; MOVES FROM 192ND TO 54TH IN FEDEXCUP POINTS
Jim Herman rallied to win the Wyndham Championship on Sunday for his Herman had two birdies and an eagle — from 59 feet — on his first five holes to catch up to Kim. Then, trailing Horschel by a stroke, Herman stuck his approach to No. 1 7 to just over 3 feet for a birdie. to reach 21 under. He gained the lead when Horschel missed a 1 2-footer for par on 1 6.
third PGA TOUR title and a spot in the FedExCup Playoffs, shooting a 7- behind Kim to the lead with a birdie-eagle- birdie run on the front nine rounds. But he stumbled out of the gate and a pair of bad drives cost
under 63 for a one-stroke victory over Billy Horshel.
Herman overcame a four-stroke deficit in the final round at Sedgefield Country Club. He overtook Horschel with a birdie on the 71 st hole.
The 42-year-old Herman finished at 21 -under 259.
Horschel closed with a 65. He had a final chance to tie on but his 8-foot birdie putt slid left of the cup. He drove right into a hazzard of thick grass and, despite six people
the 72nd hole,
Herman got into the FedExCup Playoffs, jumping from 1 92nd to 54th in the race for the 1 25 spots. He hoisted a trophy for the second straight season and third time since 201 7. Two holes later, Kim would up near a cart path bridge for a bogey to fall
Si Woo Kim, the third-round leader, had a 70 to tie for third at 1 8 under
It was quite a week for Herman, who had three birdies over his final four holes Friday simply to make the cut. He followed that up with a careerlow 61 on Saturday to get into striking distance before taking the victory.
Horschel looked as if he was the one to rally as he moved from three while Kim struggled with a double bogey and a bogey over his first eight holes.
Kim was a birdie machine with 21 birdies and a hole in one the first three him his first win since THE PLAYERS Championship in 201 7.
searching, could not find his shot. Kim made double bogey to fall from the top.
with Kevin Kisner (64), Webb Simpson (65) and Doc Redman (68). four shots off the lead.
FOOTPRINTS ON THE GREEN PROGRAM
As the host for many charities and donors to numerous others, McConnell Golf is excited to contribute and engage through our community engagement program Footprints on the Green. Through a strong and supportive effort made by our collective membership and staff, we strive to become a driving force in the local community where our clubs reside. Aware of the challenges our society and environment face daily, we have aligned ourselves with a variety of organizations and various methods of giving back. This program is designed with all age groups in mind so that it will be a learning tool for our youth, a team building activity for our staff, and a friendship building platform to strengthen our connection with our membership. Recently, the Country Club of Asheville raised over $2,800 for United Way School Supply Drive. Providence Country Club is also taking supporting our local schools with a supply drive sponsored by Classroom Central. Way to go team and thank you to all who contributed!
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SUNDAY MONDAY
Men's Club Championship Men's Club Championship Labor Day Celebration
Pool Open 1 2-6
Grandparent's Day
Pool Open 1 2-6 Men's Fall Member-Member Doggie Dip Airificiation Course Closed Airificiation Course Closed Guest
September TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY
Ladies' Member
Clubhouse Closed -Member Airificiation Course Closed Member Birthday Night Ladies' MemberGuest Member Birthday Night Men's Night Ladies' Closing Day FRIDAY
Men's Club Championship Friday Night Live
Kids Club: Trolls
Airificiation Course Closed
Kids Club: Dinosaurs
Kids Club: Jewelry Men's Shoot-Out Kids Club: Fall Celebration Friday Night Live Kids Club: Legos Men's 1 -Day Member-Guest Tween Night: Minecraft Night - Baby Shark Lobster Night Kids Club: Pumpkin Painting Men's Shoot-Out SATURDAY
Men's Club Championship
Pool Open 1 2-6 Downward Dog Days Yoga Series
Pool Open 1 2-6 Days Yoga Series
First Day of Fall
Ladies' Member
Downward Dog Parent-Child Championship Days Yoga Series
October
Downward Dog Men's Fall Member-Member
Downward Dog
Kids Club: Toddler
Days Yoga Series
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