DECEMBER, 2023
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PORTERS NECK COUNTRY CLUB
PORTERS NECK A MCCONNELL GOLF PROPERTY
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CONTENTS Mike O’Neill, Bryan Greene & Troy Deselmsl
4 Photos! Special Olympics Tennis, Ladies Invitational and 2023's Operation Semper Gratus 10 Club News 13 December Social Events Including a sneak peek into our new Epicurean Series for 2024! 21 Golf News
27 Tennis & Bocce News Cheer on the finalists in the Bocce finals at 12 noon on December 8th! 29 Pickleball News Congrats to the League Champions! 30 Wellness News See the December schedule and get ready for Puppy Yoga in January. 33 Junior News Parent - Child Golf Tournament, Christmas Movie Night & More!
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POST | SPECIAL OLYMPICS TENNIS AT PNCC
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DECEMBER, 2023
PORTERS NECK COUNTRY CLUB
Club News Porters Neck Assistant Golf Pro, Dana Kovich, took a group of members to visit two sister McConnell Golf properties on a 'Fall Field Trip'. The first was The Country Club of Asheville, located in Asheville, NC. The second was Holston Hills Country Club, located in Knoxville, TN.
Congratulations to Jacob Garner on his hole-in-one at the McConnell Golf Ryder Cup! The 2023 Ryder Cup was held at our sister McConnell Golf property, The Reserve Golf Club, located in Pawleys Island, South Carolina.
This fun group included: Margaret Meadows, Dana Kovich, Jeannie Cannon, Peggy Cahill, Louise Hemmerle, David Meadows, Jim O’Neil, Larry Cheng, Ron Cannon, Basil Verlangieri.
Road Tripping with Members!
Congratulations to Jerry Horton on his recent hole in one! Stats: Hole 11, 125 yards, 9 iron. This is his third hole in one on that hole and 5th overall at Porters Neck. His 8th total! However, he said that a bigger deal to him is that he finished in 3rd place in the Carolinas Golf Association, Super Seniors in Mooresville 9/6-7. Porters Neck had the highest finish of all clubs in Wilmington.
Deborah Scuorza was recently recognized as our Employee of the Month! Known to most of us as ‘Super Deb’, she has served as our Banquet Captain for almost 17 years. We appreciate you, Super Deb, and your fierce dedication to Porters Neck. POST | CLUB NEWS
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McConnell Scholar Congratulations to Aiden McDonough for being awarded Porters Neck’s first MCG Golf Scholarship. Aiden is a freshman at Wilmington Christian Academy and has played on their Varsity golf team since he was in 6th grade.
PN Interclub Team Makes Final Four!
Aiden also plays on the Varsity soccer and basketball teams. While Aiden is a well-rounded athlete and an Honor Roll student, golf is his passion, and he looks forward to improving his game here at PN. We hope to see a lot of him over the next few years. Below is an explanation of what the MCG Scholarship is about.
The Porters Neck Interclub team, Regular Division, made it all the way to the final four teams out of 106 teams across NC and SC during the regular season and then advanced through a field of 68 in the playoffs.
McConnell Golf (MCG) is dedicated to amateur and junior golf. To demonstrate this commitment, the company launched the MCG High School Golf Scholarship Program in 2008. Many talented young golfers often have no quality courses or practice facilities that they can utilize. Membership to most private courses is out of reach for the parents of some of these very talented young golfers, leaving only crowded public courses and often-inadequate practice facilities.
This was the first year for PNCC to compete in the regular division that allows players under 55 to participate. "We faced a tough team in Sapona CC and lost our semifinal match. I'll drop off the silver Platter to be displayed at the club."
Players pictured in Photo from left to right: Garret Grove, Jeff Taweel, Jerry Horton, Team Captain-Brandon Belisle, Gary Howze, Tom Babel, Tim Eldridge & Greg Mitchell. Other players who particpated and made up the team: Co-Captain Jamie D'alessandro, Chris Smith, Jacob Garner, Brian Schroeder, Rob Parker, Jeremy Wilson, Troy DeSelms, Phil Mabe, Paul Chase, Daryl McCarthy, Bill Morrison, Jim Lazour, Travis Braxton, Phil Moran and David Buckner.
The driving force behind the McConnell Golf High School Golf Scholarship Program is to afford an opportunity to these high school golfers by allowing them to become members of a McConnell Golf property or club. With the ability to enjoy first-rate golf facilities, MCG hopes these high school golfers will have the ability to elevate their game. Currently, McConnell Golf owns fourteen private, top-quality golf courses in the Carolinas, Tennessee and Virginia with each property having first class practice facilities. POST | CLUB NEWS
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Pickleball League Champions
Congratulations to our PN 3.0 Intermediate Pickleball team for winning the Cape Fear Intercommunity League Championship, defeating Compass Point! Congratulations are also in order for the Porters Neck 3.5 team, who finished 2nd place in the league. Way to go!
Weleome New Members WELCOME TO PORTERS NECK AND MCCONNELL GOLF!
Holiday Dining Hours December 24th: On Christmas Eve, we will operate with the Turn Only closing at 12PM
PHIlLIP COLLINS Parker & Morgan Sport - Golf Waiting
December 25th – 27th: The clubhouse will be closed December 25th through 26th reopening on the 27th for Dinner(TURN WEATHER PERMITTING)
BRUCE & NANCY DOWNING & Michael Sport - Golf Waiting
December 31st: We will be open New Year’s eve(Sunday) per our usual with a Small Limited Breakfast Buffet and A la Carte Brunch Menu
TODD & VICTORIA WILSON Sport - Golf Waiting
January 1st: New Year’s Day we will open for our New Year’s Day Brunch 10:30AM-1:30PM in addition to having the Turn Open that day. January 2nd – 5th: Porters will be Closed Tuesday the 2nd through Thursday the 4th reopening for Regular Service on Friday the 5th. POST | CLUB NEWS
MATTHEW & JILL ROBINSON Sport - Golf Waiting JAKE & ANN MILLER SMITH Young Executive Sport
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DECEMBER SOCIAL NEWS
2024 Wine & Epicurean Events 2024 wine Tastings
Grape Expectations Pairing Dinners
5:00 - 6:30 PM | BALLROOM
THEMES TO BE ANNOUNCED!
January 6th, Winebow
January 11th, Queen of Wines
February 22nd, Johnson Bros.
February 10th, Freedom Beverages
March 9th, 3 Keys
March 21st, Windham
April 25th, Windham
April 13th, Winebow
May 11th, Queen of Wines
May 16th, Empire
June 15th, Empire
June 6th, 3 Keys
July 25th, Johnson Bros.
July 6th, Queen of Wines
August 29th, Advintage September 14th, Freedom
August 15th, Advintage
NEW!
October 30th, 3 Keys
September 19th, Johnson Bros.
Epicurean Series
November 21st, Empire
October 17th, 3 Keys November 7th, SIP & SHOP
December 19th, Advintage Wine Tastings are
complimentary
for PNCC Wine Club Members. The cost is $15 Per Person for Non-Wine Club Members. 72-hour cancellation policy
Wine
December 5th, Advintage In 2024 we will be adding a new element at Porters Neck. The official name
will
be
announced
in
December, but for now we will call it the “Epicurean Series”. This series of dinners will focus on Elevated Wines bottles, include 4 to 5 courses and have more of a ‘boutique’ feeling. Our first event will be held on January 25th. Look for the
complete
details
announced, shortly!
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to
be
Cost: $55++ Wine Club Members / $65 ++ Non-Wine Club Members. Includes a bottle of wine to take home. PAGE 13
CHRISTMAS Around the World PORTERS NECK COUNTRY CLUB | 2023 HOLIDAY GALA
Saturday, December 2nd | 6:00 - 10:00 PM | Buffet from 6:00 - 8:00 PM | Live Music by: Hot Sauce! Hand-Passed Hors D’oeuvres
Chafered
Spanakopita (Greece)
Shrimp and Grits (Shrimp in a Tasso Ham Gravy, Creamy
Margarita Flatbread (Italy)
Grits, Shaved Parmesan, Scallions) - USA
Fennel and Apple Stuffed Mushrooms (Middle East)
Thai Curry Chicken, Toasted Coconut Rice, Zucchini, Squash, Red Onions (Thailand)
Appetizer Stations Wall of Seafood – Shrimp, Oysters, Crab Claws & Legs (King split)
Chef’s Action Station
Assorted Sushi Display
Penne alla Vodka (USA/Italy)
Salad Station
Dessert
Mini Wedge Salads
Assorted Selection of Sweet Treats by Becky
Seafood Louie Martinis
Chef’s Carving Station
The cost is $125++ per person. Registration is required. Please
Sous Vide Beef Strip Steak with Horseradish Aioli, Chilled
register online or by calling 686-8145. A 72 hour cancellation
Dill Green Beans, Roasted Marble Potatoes (France)
policy will be enforced. Dress Code: Cocktail Attire
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NFL Sundays MEMBERS LOUNGE | 12:00 - 7:00 PM Join us in the Porters Neck Members Lounge for NFL football, food and drinks! We have the Direct TV NFL Package so that we can be sure to give you access to all of the games that you want to see! Registration is not necessary. 12:00 - 3:00 PM: Limited Ala Carte Porter Menu 3:00 - 7:00 PM: Light, Complimentary Hors d’oeuvres
Gingerbread Workshop SUNDAY, DECEMBER 10TH | 3:00 - 4:30 PM Join us for a festive afternoon of building and decorating gingerbread houses. We'll provide the supplies, you create the masterpiece. The cost is $30 per family. Cost includes one gingerbread house and decorating supplies. children must be accompanied by an adult. **additional houses available while supplies last Please register online. Deadline to register or cancel is noon three days prior. No shows and those who cancel after the deadline will be charged. Once you have completed your house, you may take it home to display or enter it in our gingerbread house contest. Houses will be on display outside Porters where members will vote for their favorite.
Wine Tasting WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 20TH | 5:00 - 6:30 PM PNCC BALLROOM Porters Neck Members are invited to join us for a Wine Tasting with Heather Parsons of Freedom Beverage in the PNCC Ballroom. Selected wines will be available for wine-to-go purchases at discounted rates. This event is Complimentary for PNCC Wine Club Members. The cost is $15 Per Person for Non-Wine Club Members. Registration is required and must be made online or by calling 686-8180. Cancellation is Required 72 hours prior this event. Thank you for your consideration in making this event a success.
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POLAR EXPRESS SUNDAY, DECEMBER 17TH & MONDAY, DECEMBER 18TH | 5PM - 8PM Enjoy
an
Christmas
evening
of
lights
and
holiday fun with your family at our new winter
ENTERTAINMENT INCLUDES
Polar Express Train Ride through Christmas Lights Santa! Bounce Houses Face Painting with Pink Peppermint
Christmas carnival, Polar
Fire Pits & Smores
Express
Santa's Workshop with Christmas Crafts in Porters Polar Express Movie in Ballroom
In order to accommodate as many members as possible, we have added a second Polar Express event to the club's calendar. The event will take place on Monday, December 18th and will be a duplicate of the December 17th event. POST | SOCIAL
CARNIVAL
FARE
IN
THE
CLUBHOUSE
Hamburgers, Hot Dogs Chicken Tenders Tater Tots Cookies & Hot Chocolate COST & REGISTRATION
$20++ Per Person | Children ages 3 & Under are Complimentary. While the December 17th date is currently full, we still have space available on December 18th. Please make your reservations online. A 72 hour cancellation policy will be enfourced. PAGE 16
Porters Dining Hours Reservations are not required for lunch but they are preferred for dinner. Tuesday: 11AM - 3PM Wednesday - Saturday: 11AM - 8PM Sunday: 11AM - 3PM Take Out Tuesday: 11AM - 3PM Wednesday - Saturday: 11AM - 7:30PM Sunday: 11AM - 3PM Call 910-686-8145 to place your order
Christmas Caroling
Turn Window Tuesday - Sunday | 10 AM - 4 PM
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 20TH | 6:45 - 7:30 PM
We will start at the Sports Center and stroll around Vintage Club Circle. Join us in this annual member-favorite event! PNCC members are invited to join Porters Neck Plantation residents and our Activities staff for a night of caroling around the neighborhood. We will depart from the Sports Center at 6:45 for our caroling down Vintage Club Circle and return at approximately 7:30. We’ll supply the song sheets as well as hot chocolate and cider along the route to keep you warm. If you live along the route and are interested in being a hospitality stop along the way (providing a snack, baked goods etc.) please contact Jen Hancock at 910-686-8161 xt. 128 or activities@portersneckcountryclub.com POST | SOCIAL
New Year’s Day Brunch MONDAY, JANUARY 1ST New Year’s Day we will open for our New Year’s Day Brunch 10:30AM-1:30PM in addition to having the Turn Open that day. PAGE 17
Porters Pastabilities SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16TH 5:00 - 7:30 PM | PORTERS NECK BALLROOM
All Porters Neck members are invited to join us for pasta night in the ballroom with
buffet
and
action
stations. The cost is $29.95 for Adults, $15.95 for Ages 13-18, and $9.95 Children 12 & Under. Online reservations required and can be made online via the Hour
website
calendar.
Cancellation
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Policy
Strictly Enforced.
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Happy BIRTHDAY Are you celebrating a birthday? Any member with a December birthday is invited to enjoy Porters Pastabilities as our guest! The complimentary dinner will only be awarded to the member who is celebrating his/her birthday that particular month.
SALAD McConnell House Salad Caesar Salad Garlic Bread CHEF ATTENDED PASTA STATION BUFFET SELECTIONS Warm Orzo Pasta Salad Roasted Zucchini and Squash with Red Onion Pesto Salmon with Shaved Parmesan Braised Beef Braciole Becky’s Sweet Treats
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"HOLIDAY
GAME NIGHT"
A Grape Expectations Event THURSDAY, DECEMBER 7TH | 6:00 PM START HEATHER PARSONS - FREEDOM BEVERAGE Bring a bottle of unopened wine and participate in the Red & White Exchange! Enjoy Three Chef Curated Small Plates Paired with Three Hand Selected Wines. Grape Expectations Reservation Policies Reservations for Grape Expectations will open online 45 days prior to each event. You will be able to book your seats at your convenience once the booking window opens. Our team is unable to make reservations outside of the online booking window. Cost & Registration $55++ Wine Club Members / $65 ++ Non-Wine Club Members. Includes a bottle of wine to take home. 72-hour cancellation policy. POST | SOCIAL
WINE CLUB MEMBERS ENJOY $1.50 off Every Glass purchased at the Club/Pool including Club Events (i.e. Trivia Night) 15% off Every Bottled purchased at the Club/Pool including Club Events (i.e. Family Luau) Waived Corkage Fee for any bottles brought into the Club ($15 value) Ability to store up to 6 bottles on site Discounted Rate on Wine Pairing Dinners Free Wine Tastings (Occasionally) Wine fees will be prorated throughout the year if joining after January but will not be refunded if canceled during the year. TO JOIN, CONTACT: Justine Serrano catering@portersneckcountryclub.com ANNUAL WINE CLUB FEE $180.00 / Family Membership $120.00 / Single Membership
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PORTERS NECK SOCIAL CLUBS
Ladies On the Loose THURSDAY, DECEMBER 7TH | 11:30 AM Don your holiday attire and join us this month for a special 3-course holiday wine pairing menu. Heather from Freedom Wines will be presenting wines specifically paired with each course. She will be taking orders for any wines you like at a discounted price. Ladies On the Loose is a social club that is open to all PNCC ladies. THREE -COURSE WINE MENU Mixed Field Greens, Candied Pecans, Sliced Cucumbers, Cranberries,Goat Cheese with a Champagne Vinaigrette Pan Seared Salmon, Wild Rice Pilaf with Dried Cranberries & Almonds, Haricot Verts with a Garlic Herb Compound Butter Warm Fudge Brownie with Peppermint Ice Cream The cost for this event is $30 per person includes coffee, tea, dessert, tax & gratuity. Reservations are required and can be made online. All Cancellations MUST be made 48 hours before the luncheon. POST | SOCIAL
Home & Garden Club WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 13TH | 11:30 AM SOCIAL | 12:15 LUNCH You are cordially invited to join us for the annual PN Home & Garden Club Holiday Luncheon. 50/50 Raffle! PASSED HORS D’OEUVRES: Pate Choux with Chicken Salad | Crostini with Fig Jam & Whipped Goat Cheese SALAD: Mixed Green Salad, Dried Cranberries, Candied Pecans, Mandarin Orange Segments, Whipped Brie, White Balsamic Vinaigrette CHOICE OF ONE: 1. Braised Shortrib, Creamy Roasted Mushroom Risotto & Garlicky Broccolini 2. Herb Roasted Chicken with Pan Jus, Creamy Roasted Mushroom Risotto & Garlicky Broccolini DESSERT: White Chocolate Mousse with Chocolate Covered Cherry The cost is $35 All Inclusive. Registration is Required. Please register online. A 72 hour cancellation policy will be enforced.
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GOLF NEWS
Upcoming Golf Events
Pro Shop Holiday Sale December 9th - 23rd | 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM: Remember, all Pro Shop credit must be used by December 31, 2023.
Walking Rules This is the time of year when the most damage can be done to the course due to excessive foot and pull cart traffic. The Bermuda grass is dormant and the ground is wet and soft in areas. Please follow these steps to help make your course the best. 1. Pull Carts should never be on the fringe of the green. 2. All pull carts should stay at least 10 yards(30 feet) from the edges of the greens. 3. Keep bags and pull carts off the tee boxes. 4. Do not walk or pull carts through bunkers or waste areas. 5. On cart path only days, pull carts may be restricted to path also. Please check with Pro Shop and observe the rule of the day. PLEASE repair your ball mark plus one more. Use a repair tool or tee. Simply insert the tool outside the back of the mark, then gently pull back towards the middle. Tap down with your putter and you’re done. POST | GOLF
December 6th: MGA Tough Pin Day & Awards December 7th: Mrs. Claus December 9th: Ebeneezer Golf Outing December 16th: Parent-Child Golf Event December 24th: Tee times from 8AM - 10AM. Shop closes at Noon. December 25th: All Facilities Closed
Grip Special Look for our re-gripping special in January and February. Slick or worn grips cause a lot of tension in the hands and arms, which then causes poor swings! Try some new grips, you might just be amazed at what a difference they make!
Locker, Bag Storage & Handicap Fees Reminder that Locker, Bag Storage and Handicap fees will be processed in January. Bag Storage-$85/yr Locker Rental-$60/yr Handicap Fee-$40/yr
Hours of Operations PRO SHOP: Tuesday - Sunday: 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM PRACTICE AREA: Monday – Closed Tuesday – Sunday – 7:30am – 5:00pm PAGE 21
26th Annual Ebeneezer Charity Golf Tournament
December, 1998 In 1998, Porters Neck members Rick Batchelor and Ebeneezer (Ebb) Wilkinson, pictured in the red hat, decided to host the very first Ebeneezer golf tournament. For the first 10 to 12 years, it was an invitation only event. Members would host various ‘stops’ along the golf course with warm clam chowder and bloody mary’s. The event became so popular that it became an official club event, spear headed by PNCC member, Jim Daly and a planning comittee.
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8TH & SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9TH While the format, fun, and festive gear remained pretty much the same, the members soon decided to make this a charity event. Over the past 8 years, the Ebeneezer has generated over $70,000 for various charities like the Boys and Girls Club, Assistance League, Semper Fi Fund, Good Sheperd and Paws4people. This year, we will be opening the Annual Ebeneezer to all PNCC Golf members as well as those on the Golf Waiting List. This is a fun event with a worthy cause! Paws4people, which is our charity for the 2023 event, provides high qualified assistance dogs for people with both visible and invisible needs, including veterans and children. Paws4people will be joining us Saturday morning, with several of their service dogs and puppies in training, between 9AM and 10 AM. The entry fee is $125 per person and includes: cart fee, lunch, free beer on the golf course, 2 drink tickets, prizes, tee gifts, and a $50 donation to paws4people. Register online or by calling the Pro Shop at 910-686-1177.
Player’s Draw Party | Friday December 8th Festivities start with a draw party in the PNCC Ballroom at 5:00PM on Friday, December 8th for the players only. We will place all of the “A” player’s names on a board and then draw names based on their “B, C or D” designations. When your name is drawn, players can then choose the team they wish to play on. If a player is not present, that name will be set aside and placed on a team once the draw is finished. After teams are drawn, the “A” players will then choose their starting hole. Past starting holes have been very good indications of finishing positions and potential winners. We supply the food, and you purchase your favorite beverage.
Golf | Saturday, December 9th Participants will meet at 8:00AM on Saturday, December 9th to get in the spirit of the EBENEEZER. Bloody Marys and breakfast sandwiches are available for purchase. Golf on Saturday is a 10:00 AM Shotgun Start.
Format
1st 6 Holes: 2 Net from the Blue tees 2nd 6 Holes: 3 Net from the White tees 3rd 6 Holes: 4 Net from the Red tees
Players 75 years of age and older, will be allowed to move up to 1 tee, except for the Red tee’s. In other words, if you’re 75 years old, your tee’s will be the White for the first six holes, Green for the next six holes, and Red for the last six holes. POST | GOLF
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LADIES INVITATIONAL
Results
C Flight
1. Be Cranford & Nancey Barney
Closest to the Pin #4 Kris Talley #6 Cindy Brodeur #11 Cindy Brodeur #16 Tory Kuehner
A Flight 1. Barbara Brown & Carol Ann Carr 2. Barrie McKernan & Stacey Akerman 3. Kathleen Boyle & Mary Camero
B Flight 1. Cindy Brodeur & Patricia Piner 2. Peggy Cahill & Vivian Goetsch 3. Kris Talley & Christy Yaffle POST | GOLF
2. Wendy Fingerhut & Debbie Matt 3. Joanne Rockness & Lynne Holloway
D Flight 1. Jackie Sawyer & Peg Berry 2. Christina Haugen & April Burke 3. Nancy Fisher & Maria Sawyer
E Flight 1. Diane Pastor & Pamela Aherne 2. Peggy Verlangieri & Barbara Porto 3. Mary Mann & Betsy Suman
F Flight 1. Nancy Burgess & Mary Ellen Simonetti 2. Phyllis Salatino & Susan James 3. Nancy Beauchemin & Shannon Sandlin PAGE 23
MGA Tough Pin Day
& Awards Banquet WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 6TH | PORTERS NECK
REMINDER: If you plan to attend both events, you need to register in Golf Genius for both events. Double check to make sure you are registered for the event or events of your choice!
Additional Tournament Details Foursomes will be populated by the Pro Shop There will be a Shotgun Start, at 10:00 AM Pin locations will be more than tough The game will be played in the Scrambles Format. Do not hole-out when it is not your turn! Winners will be announced at the banquet that evening Cost for the golf tournament will be $30.00 after MGA subsidy
Additional Banquet Details Cocktail Hour will begin at 5:15 PM, followed by the Buffet Dinner at 6:30 PM. Passed appetizers will include Bacon Wrapped Shrimp and Asiago Stuffed Potatoes The Buffet will include: House Salad, Chef Attended Prime Rib Station, Blackened Salmon, Whipped Potatoes, Haricot Verts, Warm Cobbler with Ice Cream Welcoming Remarks, Recognition of Honored Guests and MGA Board Members Awards Ceremony to recognize major tournament champions Cost for the Awards Banquet will be $20.00 after MGA subsidy, and will include two drink tickets POST | GOLF
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2023 MGA Cup Playoffs
Mrs. Claus
Congrats to Jan Gustafson, our 2023 PNCC MGA Cup Champion! We would like to give thanks to every player in the field who played for two days in very inclement weather. A high of 53 for both days, with heavy to light rainfall over 36 holes.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 7TH 1:00 PM SHOTGUN
FINAL YEAR LONG TOP 16 STANDINGS 1st-- Jan Gustafson 56 pts 2nd--Ronald Smith 47 pts 3rd--Benny Wall 46pts 4th--Joe Capellini 44pts 5th--Michael Wax 43pts 6th--John Pisarek 42 pts-- starting position
Get ready for the Holiday Season with this annual event. 9 Hole scramble, everyone plays from the yellow tees. Prizes for the best dressed and best decorated cart! LIGHT APPETIZERS IN THE MEMBERS LOUNGE IMMEDIATELY AFTERWARDS The cost is $40 per person and includes: golf & cart, hors d'oeuvres, 1 drink ticket. Please register online or in the Pro Shop.
7th--Budd Blackburn 42pts 8th--Jim Lazour 40pts 9th--Robert Buckley 39 pts 10th--Patrick White 38pts 11th--Robert Abt 37 pts 12th--Robert Soracco 36pts 13th--Dennis Childs 30pts 14th--Hal Garrett 29pts 15th--Robert Boyer 28pts--starting position 16th--Wayne Gibson 28pts POST | GOLF
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PACE OF PLAY
Please remember our pace of play time is 4 hrs. and 8 minutes for 18 holes. Here are a few hints to help your groups with pace of play: New Golfers or high handicaps players should use the forward tees. Minimize practice swings. Put a ball mark repair tool, two ball makers and tees into your pocket at the first tee.
Allow faster groups to play through Take the divot bottle that is on the cart, to your next shot so that you do not have to go back for it after the shot. Carry a spare ball in your pocket so that you do not have to go back to your bag when you need to hit a provisional ball. Take more than one club to your next shot. If you are the cart driver, drop off your passenger at their ball before proceeding to your own ball.
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If you are the passenger, take more than one club to your shot and proceed down the fairway after your shot. Do not wait for the driver to pick you up. When in doubt hit a provisional ball. Eliminate the need to go back to where you hit your last shot. Limit your search for a lost ball to three minutes. If your next shot is with your pitching wedge or sand wedge, automatically take your putter with you. Park golf carts to the side or behind the green so that when you finish putting you will be moving away from the field of play and towards the next tee. Study your line of putt while others are putting. Continue putting until your ball is holed. If you are the first in the cup, pick up the flagstick so that you can replace it after the last person has putted out. Mark scorecards on the next tee box, not on or next to the putting green. On shots where players who cannot reach the green should hit when ready. Always keep up with the group ahead of you.
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Tennis at Porters Neck
Friday, December 8th
Online Tennis Shop McConnell Golf is now offering you access to 10 storefronts that connect you with our tennis shops online. Each club's storefront offers a large catalog of products from top brands. These offerings include a custom collection of products available exclusively on the McConnell Golf Online Tennis Shop. Shop a wide selection of apparel and accessories from all your favorite brands. All products can be customized with your club's logo and will be delivered right to your front door. Once you have created your custom order, our team will process the request and have your products created and ready for you in-hand within 5-10 business days of your purchase.
Some matches will be played on Friday evening starting at 5 along with the player party including Dinner, Live Music, and cash bar. Dinner included for all registered players. Saturday, December 9th
Tennis Club Championships December 8th - 10th The Porters Neck Club Championships are here. Please join us for a weekend of competition to determine who will be this year's club champion! Awards given to champions of each division.
Saturday match play will start as early as 10am; Singles divisions will be played first followed by the doubles. Sunday, December 10th Sunday will be reserved for inclement weather or delay of matches.
SINGLES DIVISIONS: Men/Women's 2.5-3.0, 3.5-4.0, Open DOUBLES DIVISIONS: Men/Women's 5.5U, 6.5U, 7.5U, Open The cost is $55 per player and includes Friday Dinner, Saturday keg, player gift, and entry. | Maximum of 1 Singles & 1 Doubles Division. POST | COURT SPORTS
Online registration closed on November 27th. Contact Rafa or Montana to check availability or with any additional questions. PAGE 27
Tennis Ladder DECEMBER 11TH - APRIL 1ST | PORTERS NECK CC The PNCC tennis ladder is back! Starting December 11th – April 1st, you can work your way up the ladder in a fun and competitive environment. This year you can partner with anyone and the first initial rankings will be random. The Ladder Finals will be held on Saturday, April 6th The rules are below and if you have any questions please email Rafa at tennisdirector@portersneckcountryclub.com. Divisions:
Mixed Doubles | Men & Women's Doubles | Men & Women’s Singles
Awards for Most matches played, Best team spirit, Best team outfit and Other fun categories You may only challenge up to 5 spots at a time (i.e.: #10 can challenge #9-#5) Minimum of 2 matches a month are required or ranking will be dropped Challengers must provide balls and reserve court. Matches are best 2 out of 3 sets with the 3rd set being a 10-point tiebreaker. Ladder Finals will be held on Saturday March 25th If you need help finding a partner let our tennis staff know and we will find you someone. There is a $10.00 charge per member that covers all the divisions The ladder will be updated every 2 weeks (please email your results to tennispro@portersneckcountryclub.com or hand in your score to the front desk staff member). You can find every players contact information through the club’s website under member directory. If you have any questions please do not hesitate to ask the tennis staff.
Weekly Tennis Clinics
Wednesday Tennis Cardio Clinic: 12:00 - 1:00 PM:
Open to all players! Burn
some calories while you get plenty of reps! This clinic is intended to get you moving and hitting a ton of balls! Cardio Tennis is a great way to burn calories, improve your conditioning, and footwork around the tennis court. Enjoy high energy music while running games and drills to keep your heart rate up. Minimum 3 players per clinic. All clinics are $25 and registration is required. Register online via the club calendar or by calling 686-8161. New to tennis?
Friday Tennis Cardio Clinic: 8:00 - 9:15AM:
Open to all players! Burn
Join Rafa for an orientation! Contact the Tennis office at
some calories while you get plenty of reps! This clinic is intended
686-8161.
to get you moving and hitting a ton of balls! Cardio Tennis is a great way to burn calories, improve your conditioning, and
Monday Men's 3.0 / 3.5 Clinic: 8:30 - 9:30 AM: Emphasis on doubles strategy and positioning. Minimum 2 players required
footwork around the tennis court. Enjoy high energy music while running games and drills to keep your heart rate up. Minimum 3 players per clinic. Ladies Intermediate Clinic (3.0, 3.5): 9:30 - 10:30 AM: This clinic
Ladies 3.0 / 3.5 Clinic: 9:30 - 10:30 AM: Cancellation policy:
will focus on technique and form while implementing doubles
Must cancel 12 hours prior to the start of clinic. No shows will
strategy and positioning. Must cancel 12 hours prior to start of the
be charged. Fee: $25
clinic or you will be charged. Fee: $25. No shows will be charged.
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Saturday’s Pickleball
Open
On Saturday's open pickleball we are designating courts A & B for 3.5 and above for open pickleball and courts C & D for 3.5 and below for open pickleball.
Porters Neck
Pickleball Open Pickleball MONDAY - SATURDAY | 9:30 - 11:00 AM: Open Play means that all players, of any skill level, are invited to play. Members can register for open pickleball via the club calendar. When attending open pickleball it is recommended that winning teams split up after they play. If waiting to play, all players should place their paddles on the paddle holders in order to determine who is next to play. This will allow for a fair order of play and same playing experience for everyone.
Advanced Open Pickleball THURSDAYS | 5:30 - 7:30 PM: Come join a fun night of competitive fun pickleball. This is for advanced players only, must be able to hold your own. Please register for this event online via the calendar.
Beginner Clinic DECEMBER 4TH & 18TH | 8:30 - 9:30 am: Learn the fundamental strokes and strategies of pickle ball through instruction, drills, and practice play! This Clinic is for beginners and will focus on rules, scoring, technique and proper positioning. Registration is required and be done online or by calling 686-8161. Clinic fees are $15 per player per clinic.
3 & Me Pickleball Clinic MONDAY, DECEMBER 11TH | 11:00 AM Take turns playing with and against the pro in a competitive learning environment where you'll receive tips on positioning, strategy, and decision making. Please register online. Must have 3 players registered. These clinics are held every other Monday.
Women’s Pickleball Group
WEDNESDAYS | 5:30 - 7:30 PM: Join the women of PNCC as we get together for evening Pickleball play!
Men’s Pickleball Group TUESDAYS | 5:30 - 7:30 PM: Join the men of PNCC as we get together for evening Pickleball play! Please register for this event online via the calendar so we can know who is coming. POST | COURT SPORTS
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D E C E M B E R ,
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WELLNESS NEWS
Six Month Group Exercise Package Unlimited classes from January 1st - June 30th. The cost is $240. If you come to at least 10 classes per month the package will pay for itself! Interested? Contact Allison, at fitness@portersneckcountryclub.com.
Gym Hours Staff is available at the front desk from 7:301:30 Monday – Saturday and from 8:00- 12:00 on Sundays.
An Evening of Restorative Yoga WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 6TH & 20TH | 5:30 - 6:30 PM | TAUGHT BY MANDY Come in for an hour-long restorative flow that will be relaxing and teach you ways to use restorative yoga breathwork and meditation. The flow will consist of low lighting, soy candles, essential oils, and a relaxing playlist. Restorative yoga
MONDAY - FRIDAY REGULAR HOURS 7 AM - 5 PM APP ACCESS HOURS 4AM- 7AM | 5PM - 12AM
SATURDAY & SUNDAY REGULAR HOURS 7AM - 1:30 PM
is a passive, meditative form of yoga that allows you to focus on your breath while releasing tension in your body. Unlike other forms of yoga, restorative yoga requires you to hold asanas or poses for an extended length of time, typically 5
APP ACCESS HOURS 4AM - 7AM | 1:30 PM - 12AM
minutes or more. GROUP EXERCISE CLASS FEES: Individual class: $4.00 Monthly Package: $48.00 (12 classes per month to break even) 6 Month Packages: $240.00 (10 classes per month to break even) DETAILS: All monthly packages begin on the 1st of the month. Packages are non-refundable. A package may be prorated for medical reasons only. POST | WELLNESS
Got Paxton? The Paxton app provides members with access to the gym from 4:00 AM to Midnight, seven days a week. To sign up for the app, please contact Lynne Mitchell at the email address listed below. Pleased provide your name and individual email address. admin@portersneckcountryclub.com
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PUPPY YOGA Wednesday, January 17th & 24th 5PM - 6PM | Group Exercise Studio
C
ome join paws4people Puppies In Training at PNCC for Puppy Yoga! This will be a Fun Yoga class for all ages and levels taught by Laura Lazour.
The fee is $18 and 100% goes to paws4people. This event is not included in group exercise packages. You must cancel 24 hours in advance or you will still be responsible for your donation. Registration will open on the website calendar, 7 days in advance of each class at 8AM.
P
aws4people foundation was founded in 1999, with a mission to educate and empower people to utilize Assistance Dogs to transform their lives.
As an internationally accredited organization, our highly trained Assistance Dogs have one or more certifications providing support in areas such as mobility, psychiatric service, educational assistance, rehabilitative assistance, and therapeutic visitation. We have 450+ active client teams in 22 states, and have placed over 1,200 Assistance Dogs since their founding.
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Class Details and Registration on PNCC Calendar
*CLASS UPDATES Restorative Yoga taught by Mandy on Wednesday, Dec 6th and 20th at 5:30PM No classes on December 25th or January 1st Save the Date for Puppy Yoga on January 17th & 24th at 5:30PM!
December, 2023 Porters Neck Country Club
GROUP EXERCISE SCHEDULE
Outdoor
Movie Night Feature Presentation: Elf Friday December 8th
6 PM Arrival | 6:30 PM Movie Begins Join us and spread that Christmas cheer with Buddy the Elf in the feature film Elf. Bring your pillows, blankets and low back chairs and enjoy this hilarious holiday favorite. Beverages and Concessions available for purchase. Cost: $7 per person ages 3+ | Children under 3 are free. Cost includes
complimentary
Hot
Cocoa,
Popcorn
and
Marshmallow roasting. Registration: Please register online. Deadline to register or cancel is noon two days prior. No shows and those who cancel after the deadline will be charged. Complimentary Popcorn, Hot Cocoa, & Marshmallow Roasting
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JUNIORNEWS
Junior Tennis Clinics
LegoClub OrnamentExchange
Academy Tennis
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 19TH | 4:00 - 5:30 PM | JRS ACTIVITY ROOM
Mondays & Wednesdays| 5PM- 7PM | | Rate: $25 per player: The Junior Tennis
This week we’ll exchange ornaments and have cookies & cocoa. Please bring a wrapped ornament (max $10) to exchange.
Academy is designed for competitive tennis players. The program focuses on developing players to maximize their potential. It is a high intensity training regiment aimed to improve the player's
Open to juniors ages 4+. Deadline to register is 4 PM the day prior. The cost is $10 per child. Minimum -3 participants | Maximum - 12 participants . Register online or by calling Jen Hancock @ 686-8161, Xt. 128. No-shows will be charged.
fitness, technique, point play, mental strategy and overall game.
Intermediate / Beginner Tuesdays| 4:30 - 6PM | Ages 8-13 | Rate: $20 per player: This program's focus is to develop players to start competitive match play. We emphasize an overall introduction
to
etiquette.
The
rules,
scoring
clinics
and
highlight
stroke/technique development, repetitive stroke production while improving rallying skills in preparation for USTA, league and school matches.
AmericanGirl ClubOrnamentExchange
Tiny Tots
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 12TH | 4:00 - 5:30 PM | JRS ACTIVITY ROOM
Wednesdays| 4- 4:45PM |
Ages: 4-7 |
Rate: $12 per player:
This clinic
introduces children to tennis. We focus on developing hand-eye coordination, agility, balance and proper tennis technique in a fun and positive environment.
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This week we’ll exchange ornaments and have cookies & cocoa. Please bring a wrapped ornament (max $10) to exchange. Open to juniors ages 4+. Deadline to register is 4 PM the day prior. The cost is $10 per child. Minimum -3 participants | Maximum - 12 participants . Register online or by calling Jen Hancock @ 686-8161, Xt. 128. No-shows will be charged. PAGE 34
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PARENT Golf Tournament
CHILD
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16TH TEE TIMES START AT 12:30 PM | OPEN TO FIRST 48 TEAMS
FORMAT
COST & REGISTRATION
9 hole scramble, with one caveat; teams have the ability to strategize 3 holes, child will tee off, must use that tee shot 3 holes, parent will tee off, must use that tee shot 3 holes, both parent and child will tee off, then scramble from there
$25 Per Player and Includes 1 Draft Beer or Glass of Wine for Adults, Ice cream Sandwich and Draft Soda, Cart Fees & Prizes. Please register online.
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Contact Jordan A. Tennent, PGA with any questions at assistgolfpro@portersneckcountryclub.com or call the golf shop at 910-686-1177
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CLUB PROFESSIONALS
Administrative Office Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Jason Seehafer | General Manager gm@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8180 ext. 104
Porters Dining Hours Tuesday: 11 AM - 3 PM Wednesday - Saturday: 11 AM – 8 PM
Mandy Shuffler | Membership, Marketing & Communications membership@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8180 ext. 102
Sunday: 11 AM - 3 PM
TURN WINDOW Tuesday - Sunday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Terrie McElwain | Assistant Controller arap@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8180 ext. 103 Lynne Mitchell | Executive Assistant admin@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8180
TAKE OUT Tuesday: 11 AM – 3 PM Wednesday – Saturday: 11 AM – 7:30 PM Sunday: 11 AM - 3 PM Call 910.686.8145 to place your order.
Pools
Tad Balio | PNCC Executive SousChef chef@portersneckcountryclub.com
LAP POOL: Closed for the Season FAMILY POOL: Closed for the Season
Gym Hours Monday - Friday
Saturday & Sunday
Regular Hours
Regular Hours
7:00 AM- 5:00 PM App Access Hours
James 'JP' Patterson | Director of Food & Beverage jpatterson@mcconnellgolf.com 686-8180 ext. 105
7:00 Am - 1:30 PM App Access Hours
4:00 AM- 7:00 AM
4:00 AM- 7:00 AM
5:00 PM- 12:00 AM
1:30 PM - 12:00 AM
Golf Pro Shop Tuesday - Sunday: 7:30AM – 4:00PM
Allan Cure | Service Director restaurantmanager@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8145
Justine Serrano | Banquet Service Manager service@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8145 Robert Loper | PGA Head Golf Professional headpro@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-1177 Dana Kovich | Assistant Golf Professional danakovich@gmail.com Jordan Tennent | Assistant Golf Professional & Jr Golf assistgolfpro@portersneckcountryclub.com
Golf Practice Facilities Monday – Closed Tuesday – Sunday: 7:30AM – 5:00PM
Driving Range Monday: Closed Tuesday: Saturday 7am – Dusk Sunday: 7 am – 1 Hour Before Dusk
Club Phone Numbers Clubhouse: 686-8180 Porters: 686-8145 Golf Pro Shop: 686-1177 Sports Center: 686-8161 Tennis Court Condition Line: 686-8163
Porters Neck Country Club
Chris Parham | Golf Course Superintendent superintendent@portersneckcountryclub.com Jennifer Hancock | Social & Activities Director activities@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8161 Rafael Toro | Tennis & Pickleball Director tennisdirector@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8161 Montana Wiggs | Head Tennis / Pickleball Professional tennispro@portersneckcountryclub.com Allison Evans | Wellness Director fitness@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8161 Josh Rowell | Maintenance Engineer maintenance@portersneckcountryclub.com