TaylorWatts | trwatts@holstonhills com Asst GeneralManager
PatrickBudniewski | pbudniewski@holstonhills com Food&BeverageDirector&ExecutiveChef
CynthiaBurrell | cburrell@holstonhills com RestaurantManager
DanielleHaas | dhaas@holstonhills com AccountingManager
JacobFuqua | jfuqua@holstonhills com TennisDirector
KarlissaKertchaval | activities@holstonhills com ActivitiesDirector
JoshDelorme | jdelorme@holstonhills
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MEMBERSHIP UPDATES
Don’t blink Summer is almost over, back-to-school for many, including my two boys (Austin, Senior & Parker, 7th grade) It also means, Football season is here; from Friday Nights under the lights for the High Schools to Saturdays, where Rocky Top is played continuously throughout the day and everyone is wearing orange! It’s one of the BEST times of the year, in Tennessee!
Despite the bunker project and only having 9-holes open, we have continued to stay busy with membership inquiries, member referrals and tours Over July & August, we have welcomed 22 new families, to the Holston Hills CC and McConnell Golf families A big thank you to the members who referred someone to us. It truly makes me smile knowing that our members are proud of their club.
Finally, we officially took an initiation fee increase as of September 1st The updated Membership Offerings sheet is located on the member side of the website under Membership As always, if you have any questions around Membership, please don’t hesitate to reach out to myself or Chris Dibble.
In closing, thank you for your on-going support and if there is anything we can do to assist you or your family, please don’t hesitate to reach out. We are here to serve you!
~DaraJenkins,Membership&CommunicationsDirector
Please help me in welcoming our newest Holston Hills Country Club members.
MARTIN & NICKI WILLOUGHBY National Golf
AARON & CHRIS O’HERN Resident Golf
ELI & KATIE AKERS Young Executive II Golf
JUSTIN & ALI DAVIS National Golf
TYLER & HEATHER CHASTAIN Resident Golf
MARK & JENNIFER NICHOLS Sport Members
WILL & SIDNEY JOINER National Golf
MACK & PAULA HICKEY Sport Members
NotPictured: Melissa&RickBurleson,SportMembers
Mike&SusanHamman,SportMembers
Roger&BaileyCutrell,YoungExecutiveIIGolf
Jeff&CarolPearson,NationalGolf
Jason&StaciesEberle,NationalGolf
TRIPP & KELLIE FISHER National Golf
BRYCE LEWIS National Golf
KENNY & TAMMY BAIRD Non-Resident Golf
CHASE & KARA SHIVE National Golf
TYLER & HOLLY BECKLEY Sport Members
SCOTT & EMILY BUTCHER National Golf
MICHAEL & ASHLEY BLOUNT Resident Golf
BILL & MINDY COX Resident Golf
SHERRI & ROGER HILL-WHITAKER Sport Members
FOOD & BEVERAGE
LETTER FROM THE CHEF
The summer has come and is almost gone, and with that will be the finishing of the HH Bunker Project I cannot wait to see everyone back here at the Club, enjoying the golf course to its full new potential
The fall is always a great time here in Knoxville. We have the return of UT Football, the weather cools off, leaves change colors and in my opinion the best flavors of the year are right now.
With the kickoff of Football time, please think of Holston Hills with your Catering needs We have released our new Tailgate To-Go Menu Which is showcased on this page and is located on the HHCC website under the dining tab Let us do the cooking for your tailgate party!
Speaking of UT Football, come out for the Tennessee vs NC State Kick-off party on Saturday, September 7th. Come cheer on Tennessee for the Duke’s Mayo Kickoff Game. We will have Game Day specials!
This newsletter’s recipe will be one of our new featured Fall cocktails Montgomery Moore, one of our Server/Bartenders, has created this cocktail and it is delicious The Apple Butter Old Fashion hits all the notes you’re looking for in the Autumn Season We will be featuring Angels Envy Bourbon in this festive cocktail Swing by the Donald Ross Dining room to order one today!
~Patrick Budniewski, Executive Chef | Food & Beverage Director
2 oz Angels Envy Bourbon
2 oz Apple Cider
2 oz Apple Butter
2 dashes Angostura Bitters
Put ingredients into a shaker glass with ice and top, shake until chilled and strain into a Apple butter rimmed rocks glass filled with ice. Sprinkle with Pumpkin Spice and ENJOY!
LABOR DAY COOKOUT
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 2 | 12:00-4:00pm $16 95++ Adults, $10 95++ Children 12&under
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 2 & WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 23
Calling all members that have a birthday in September and October. Come celebrate your birthday with us at the Club, and enjoy a complementary Entrée and Cookie Sundae! Simply make a reservation on one of the scheduled Birthday Nights
Cookout is poolside MENU: Grilled Hamburgers, Grilled Sausages, Potato Salad, Pasta Salad, Fresh Fruit Salad, Watermelon and Dessert
MONTHLY HAPPENINGS
UT FOOTBALL KICK-OFF
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 | 7:00pm - until end of game
$20++
Come watch your Tennessee Volunteers take on the North Carolina State Wolfpack in the Duke’s Mayo Classic. We will feature a Taco Bar, Appetizers Buffet and Drink Specials. *Reservations required
PASTABILITIES
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 19 | 5:00-7:30pm
$17.95++
Join us for a build-your-own pasta dish, and our Culinary Team will cook the pasta for you in our Dining Room We will have two Pasta options, three Sauces, and additional toppings that you can choose from Also, includes a small garden salad and cookies *Reservations are encouraged!
STIR FRY NIGHT
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17 | 5:00-7:30pm $17++
Come get your Stir Fry Fix as our Chef Attended Action Station whips up Fresh Stir Fry in front of you Featuring White Rice or Soba Noodles, Chicken or Shrimp, Garlic Chili Sauce or Teriyaki and a variety of toppings as well Includes a Garden Salad and Fortune Cookie *Reservations are encouraged!
FOOD FOR KIDS FOOD DRIVE
TUESDAY, AUGUST 20 - SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 29
This fall, join us in making a difference in the lives of local children with our Food for Kids Food Drive! Our mission is to provide nutritious and essential food items to families in need, ensuring that every child can enjoy a healthy meal, especially during school breaks or challenging times Drop-off stations are in the Donald Ross Dining Room and the Golf Shop
BOO BASH & FALL FESTIVAL
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25 | 5:00pm (start)
$17.95++ Adult, $13.95++ Children 12&under
Come Join us for our annual Halloween BOO BASH, Hay Ride and Dinner We will have Dinner, games and as always our Golf Cart / Hay Ride parade around the front 9 of the golf course
MENU: Walking tacos, Macaroni & Cheese Bar, Chicken Tenders, Fresh Fruit and assorted Cookies
2 sticks (1 cup) unsalted butter, softened at room temperature
1/2 cup confectioner’s sugar
OCTOBER
BY:ISAACSPENCER,EXECUTIVE CHEFATOLDNORTHSTATE CLUB CREAMCHEESESUGAR COOKIESRECIPE
2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp salt
2 small bags of Lipton Iced Tea
1/2 tsp vanilla extract
BY:JAMESPATTERSON, CORPORATEEXECUTIVECHEF
View the recipe at https://bit.ly/sept-shortbread View the recipe at https://bit ly/oct-sugar
Ingredients:
3 cups King Arthur Gluten-Free
Measure for Measure Flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon table salt
16 tablespoons unsalted butter, at room temperature
1 1/4 cups granulated sugar
2 ounces cream cheese, at room temperature
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoonalmond extract
1 large egg
Putt-putt
Photos by: Joey Batuello
TURF TALK - HHCC BUNKER PROJECT
work on the front nine I am also really looking forward to seeing Members playing from the new bunkers on the back So far I have been very pleased with the quality of bunker construction and happy to report we survived some major rain downpours without any bunker washing issues The pace of construction on the back nine was a little slower than what I was originally planning, but they for sure have picked up the pace the past few weeks More guys have been added to the construction crew allowing them to work on multiple steps of the projects at one time This has really helped speed up the process as everyone is more in a groove and moving like a team As we move to the front nine we are going to start at the furthest point away from my shop area working our way back to the building All of the materials we use for construction are delivered to the staging area by my building Normally we have 4-6 truckloads of concrete, 68 truckloads of sand, and 1-2 truck loads of sod coming in each week This creates a lot of activity with trucks coming and going daily
As play resumes out of the back nine bunkers please remember that we are still in the grow-in process. We are going to resume preparing the bunkers daily for play but the sand will take some time to settle and pack. We are also going to be trying out some different types of rakes and different methods for maintaining the bunkers. It is quite the change going from basically no sand and mud like we had before to the bunkers we have today. The sod faces are also going to take some time to totally grow and knit together. As we are moving into the Fall season, we are mowing all the newly sodded areas at a higher height of cut than normal to protect the grass from the upcoming winter season. Next Spring we will work at getting all of our
Our goal is to maintain the grass faces at a height where balls will not stay on a face but rather fall all the way into the bunkers. We also want to maintain the sand as firm as possible and do whatever we can to promote balls to chase away from the grass faces. As the sod is still tacking down and becoming established we are constantly watering the bunkers to promote growth and healing. Once the sod is established we will be better able to manage the moisture level in the sand.
Another unforeseen issue you will notice on the back nine bunker faces are dirt spots from Cicada Killers digging into the bunker faces. We actually went through this exact same problem the last time we worked on the bunkers and unfortunately it is just something we have to deal with for the time being. The Cicada Killers borrow deep into the new soft ground on the bunker faces to lay eggs. With the holes being so deep in the ground there is little you can do to control them from a pesticide application.
They are also considered by most to be a beneficial insect as they eat Cicadas For us, they are a big nuisance as they burrow and push dirt into our new bunker sand We are doing everything we can to manage the insects but they are a challenge
For now, I am just happy to be moving to the front nine with the end of the project not that far off in the distance The new bunkers are a major improvement and I look forward to having them all completed
~ Ryan Blair, CGCS I CourseSuperintendent
TEE IT UP
HHCC CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP WEEKEND
Registration for all events opens FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 20 at 9:00am. Registrations closes Friday, October 18th.
MEN’S CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 26 & SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27
$60 entry fee
*36-hole stroke play, Championship Division: BLACK TEES
All individuals not in the Championship Division will play from the Blue Tee where both Gross and Net prizes will be awarded.
For Junior CC we will have multiple divisions with variance of tees and number of holes. To register email Cmelson@holstonhills.com
LADIES CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27
$20 entry fee
Championship YELLOW TEES- Both gross and net prizes awarded Registration: www golfgenius com/ggid/rhujtf/register
LADIES SENIOR CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 27
$20 entry fee
Championship: RED TEES - Both gross and net prizes awarded Registration: www golfgenius com/ggid/kcchan/register
HHCC LADIES GOLF ASSOCIATION
APRIL - OCTOBER
WEDENSDAYS | 9:00am
$30 (annually)
Upcoming Events:
SEPTEMBER 4 | BIG Orange Squeeze
SEPTEMBER 25 | Ladies Guest Day
TBD | Ladies Interclub Play Day
OCTOBER 30 | Halloween �� Scramble
Be part of the HHCC Ladies League for 2024 It's a great way to meet other women golfers For more information, please contact: Susan Novinger at 865 776 4654 or email at susan novinger@comcast net -ORGinny Leete at 865.719.4828 or email at pjsmomma@aol.com.
HHCC GOLF ACADEMY
Coaches Christian and Taylor can be reached with any questions at cmelson@holstonhills com & trwatts@holstonhills com
SIGN UP NOW FOR 2024 FALL SEMESTER for HHCC Golf Academy, registration is open/available on the HHCC Golf Calendar for all groups
*All program participants are subject to a one-time $40 annual enrollment fee for administrative needs
JUNIORGOLFACADEMYFutureBirdies
FallSemester-SATURDAYS
AUGUST 3, 17, SEPTEMBER 7, 21 & OCTOBER 5, 26 | 9:30-10:30am
Ages: 3-6
$210persemester
HHCC Junior Golf Academy Future Birdies are back and ready to play!
This story-driven golf instruction program designed for juniors 3-6 years old teaches through fun, memorable games and allows young children to feel successful and empowered through golf! Each Future Birdie will get their own Birdie's First Playbook to take home and keep! We will use the Playbook to explore Birdie's adventures throughout the semester
JUNIORGOLFACADEMY-Beginners&Intermediate
FallSemester-THURSDAYS
AUGUST 29 - OCTOBER 17 | 4:00-5:00pm
Ages:7-13
HHCC Junior Golf Academy classes at Holston Hills Country Club, we believe that every golf program should be centered around playing golf and making it fun to track progress over time This is why our facility is excited to be a licensed Operation 36® facility
Operation 36 is the fastest growing junior golf development model exclusively designed to get players on the golf course Students start close to the green and work their way to longer distances though the program Register today to reserve a spot!
HHCCMEN’SGOLFACADEMY
FallSemester-THURSDAYS | 5:00-6:00pm
HHCC Men's Golf Academy is back with the Operation 36 program! Operation 36 is the fastest growing golfer development model being integrated in coaching programs around the world Students start close to the green and work their way to longer distances through the program. The Academy is a fun way to improve your game, regardless of skill level, while connecting with fellow Holston members
GOLF ACADEMY PLAY DAYS
Fall Semester - 9-Hole Play Days
SEPTEMBER 8 & 22
OCTOBER 6 & 20
HHCCWOMEN’SGOLFACADEMY
FallSemester-THURSDAYS
AUGUST 29, SEPTEMBER 5, 12, 19, & OCTOBER 3, 10, 17, & 24
$340 for semester package, $35 per drop-in Class, $15 per drop-in Play Day
HHCC Women’s Golf Academy is back with the Operation 36 program!
Operation 36 is the fastest growing golfer development model being integrated in coaching programs around the world Students start close to the green and work their way to longer distances through the program The Academy is a fun way to improve your game, regardless of skill level, while connecting with fellow lady golfers
MCCONNELL GOLF NEWS
MCCONNELL GOLF, THE MAGAZINE
Keep an eye on your mailbox in mid-October for the Fall/Winter edition of McConnell Golf, The Magazine This issue promises to be a must-read, with highlights including a recap of the Wyndham Championship and engaging member spotlights. Expect a collection of compelling stories from across our entire portfolio of clubs
OLD NORTH STATE CLUB SOLHEIM CUP CHAMPIONS
Congratulations to Old North State Club on winning the 12th Annual McConnell Golf Solheim Cup! Entering Sunday's final round 3 points behind, they made an incredible comeback to defeat the defending champions from The Country Club at Wakefield Plantation by just 1 2 points the closest finish in the event's history This marks Old North State Club's second title, with their first win in 2016. With seven teams finishing within 4.5 points, every stroke truly mattered in this competition.
MCCONNELL GOLF RYDER CUP | NOVEMBER 6-9
Sedgefield Country Club aims to defend its Ryder Cup title at this year's event, held at The Reserve Golf Club in Pawleys Island, South Carolina, from November 6th through the 9th. Last year's title marked Sedgefield Country Club's first Ryder Cup victory, with The Country Club at Wakefield Plantation and the Country Club of Asheville finishing second and third, respectively.
HHCC BREAKFAST at WIMBLEDON
MESSAGE FROM OUR TENNIS DIRECTOR
Hello Holston Hills Membership!
We have had a fantastic and HOT summer of tennis here at the club I have loved hosting our tournaments, running clinics and events with everyone Some HIGHLIGHTS: Shawn and Marty Mason are this year's Mixed Doubles Club Champs.
We had an awesome Breakfast at Wimbledon event in all white! We saw record numbers at our Racquet Sports day!
I wanted to touch a little bit on the HHCC Tennis Member-Guest. While we could not pull it together this year, we will continue planning and let everyone know ahead of time what the dates are for 2025 Very excited to get this tradition started here at HHCC!
With football season just around the corner, this Fall I want to take advantage of Fridays! I have introduced the "Three and Me. " Grab two friends and come out for some high intensity games and match play with me, the Pro! These have already started and they are such a good time Please reach out to me to schedule!
As always, please continue using the court reservation system. If you need me to show you how to use it, swing by.
Thank you all for a great Summer, and lets get after it this Fall See you on the courts!
Jacob Fuqua USPTA I Director of Tennis
Cell: 828 808 3122 I Tennis Shop: 865 523 4131
Email: jfuqua@holstonhills com
TRY TENNIS DAYS
Are you new to tennis? Would like to learn? Or are you new HHCC member? Contact me directly for a TRY TENNIS�� DAY! We would love to get you out on the courts!
UPCOMING TENNISUPCOMING TENNIS EVENTS EVENTS
HHCC MEN’S SINGELS CC TBD
CC ASHEVILLE LADIES WEEKEND
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13th - SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 15th
HHCC MEN’S & WOMEN’S DOUBLES CC TBD
NIGHTMARE �� AT THE NET
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 30th
OLD NORTH STATE TENNIS WEEKEND
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1st - SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3rd
HHCC Tennis Clinic - 3 AND ME!
FRIDAYS | 1:00-3:30pm
Introducing a new Tennis clinic offering, 3 and Me! Grab two friends and come out for some high intensity games and match play with our pro, Jacob Fuqua Reach out directly to Jacob at Jfuqua@holstonhills.com.
HHCC Adult Cardio Tennis Clinic
SATURDAYS | 8:30-10:00am
$21 per person
All levels welcome! Come out and get moving in some cardio tennis! This clinic consists of drills and games to keep you moving as much as possible
*Drop in only, no registration required!
HHCC MIXED DOUBLES CLU
Shawn & Marty Mason
Photos by: Jacob Fuqua
Photos by: Jacob Fuqua
Get out in nature and join Jazz on a stroll around the course. Each walk will commence on Mondays with a 9-Hole goal at your own pace All ages welcome! Questions? Contact Jazz at Jgordon@holstonhills com *Meet outside the Golf Shop!
FITNESS CONSULTATION
Free
Looking to get back on track with an active and healthy lifestyle or simply beat the holiday workout blues? Schedule your free consultation with Jazz today! Each consultation will cover guidance in the weight room and a plan tailored to your needs
Contact Jazz directly at 865.237.1975 or email Jgordon@holstonhills.com, to schedule a time.
YOGA CLASS
TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS | 6:00-7:00pm
Holston Room or Fitness Center
$10 per class
An introductory yoga class that is accessible to most people, this class follows an Iyenger-style format that is focused on form, detail, precision, and alignment Class generally moves at a slower pace with controlled movements and stretches that align with the breath. You can expect an emphasis on simplicity, repetition, and ease of movement
Check the HHCC calendar to make a reservation Contact Suzanne Dismukes at 865 256 8903 with any questions or concerns
FUNCTIONAL TRAINING CLASSES
SEPTEMBER 11th & 25th | 5:15pm (start)
$15 per class
Join Jazz for a group training sessions, called FUNCTIONAL TRAINING CLASS The classes emphasize building and maintaining components of strength, endurance, and mobility. Targeting total body with a combination of weighted and body weight exercises Meeting you at your fitness level is Jazz’s goal focusing on a functional foundation!
Register on the HHCC Calendar Questions, contact Jazz at 865 237 1975 or email: Jgordon@holstonhills com
HHCC Pool
BOAT REGATTA & END OF SUMMER BASH
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 29 | 2:00-4:00pm
End the summer with us for one last splash at the Holston Hills pool! This is your chance to design, build, and race your very own cardboard boat at the pool Enjoy one last popsicle parade, capri sun dive, and beer dive for the adults!
POOL DATES & HOURS
Extended Pool Hours
SEPTEMBER 3rd - 29th
MONDAY | Closed TUSEDAY-FRIDAY |
Adult Swim ONLY : 7:00am - 5:00pm SATURDAY |
Adult Swim ONLY: 7:00am - 10:00am
ALL SWIM: 11:00am - 7:00pm SUNDAY |
Adult Swim ONLY: 7:00am - 10:00am
ALL SWIM: 11:00am - 7:00pm
All adults participating in adult swim times, must have an updated 2024 HHCC Swim Registration form on file
KIDS CLUB
MESSAGE FROM OUR ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR
Fall is on the way! Thank you all for a great first summer season here at Holston Hills CC I have enjoyed seeing everyone at the pool throughout the summer, and meeting all of you and your families To start off the fall, I have put together a Food for Kids Food Drive to help support local kids in our community during the upcoming Fall break Drop-off stations are in the Donald Ross Dining Room and the Golf Shop
We will wrap up the HH pool season, with our family Boat Regatta on September 29th Then make our way into October for our annual BOO �� BASH & Fall Festival!
The Activities team looks forward to seeing everyone at the Club! Keep
KNO: Cornhole Night
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 | 5:00-8:00pm
Ages: 5-12
$20
KNO: Spooky Pajama Night
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18 | 5:00-8:00pm
Ages: 5-12
$20
Come dressed in your Halloween best Pajamas! Enjoy an evening of age-appropriate spooky movies and share the Halloween spirit amongst your fellow Ghouls & Gals! You could win a prize for the spookiest, silliest, or most creative pajamas.
*Dinner and snacks included
This evening will be centered around the classic game of corn-hole! Kids can form teams and compete in corn hole matches Seasoned pros and beginners are welcome!
*Dinner and snacks included
KNO: Tennis Night
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 27 | 5:00-8:00pm
Ages: 5-12
$20
This special Kids Night Out event is perfect for young tennis enthusiasts and beginners Get ready for an action-packed night full of games, drills, and friendly competition, with our Tennis Pro, Jacob Fuqua!
*Dinner and a fun night included
Knoxville ZOO-Mobiles
Photos by: Karlissa Kertchaval
KNO: Nerf Night
Photos by: Karlissa Kertchaval
Kids Club - H20 Camp
Photos by: Karlissa Kertchaval
Kids Club - Art Camp
Photos by: Karlissa Kertchaval
PGA Jr. League
Photos by: Christian Melson
MCG Solheim Cup at Treyburn CC
L GOLF MEMBER TRIPS
HHCC Member Trip to Virginia Connell Courses: (Day 1) TheWatersEdgeCC & (Day 2) PeteDyeRiverCourseofVT
Help us in CONGRATULATING the following HHCC Employee of the Months, for January through July. If you notice a HHCC staff member going above and beyond, please make sure you let Chris Dibble or Taylor Watts knows. Our Employee of the Months, are eligible for the HHCC Employee of the Year.
EMMA BROWN Lead Server
JAKE MYNATT Golf Operations
CHARLENE PARTON Server
CABE BURKEY Golf Operations
AARON SATKOSKI Golf Operations
CHRISTIAN MELSON Director of Instruction
ETHAN RIMMER Golf Operations
AWESOME STAFF TBA soon
Holston Hills Country Club
5200
JAMES FOSTER,
TODD BURGAN, qualified for the US Senior Amateur at the Honors Course
Stuart Smith & Greg Sanders, also qualified
ISABELLA COUGHLIN, Champion, Girls’ 16-18 Division at the Sneds Tour Tournament of Champions
TODD HELTON, National Baseball Hall of Fame
DR. JASON BLOOM
Chiropractor for Wes Witt, USA Weightlifting for Team USA in Paris
