MARCH I APRIL 2020
Old north State Of mind OLD NORTH STATE CLUB
YOUR CLUB
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HOURS OF OPERATION CLUBHOUSE ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES Monday-Friday I 9:00am-5:00pm Saturday I CLOSED Sunday I CLOSED GOLF HOURS OF OPERATION Golf Shop: Tuesday-Sunday I 7:00am-5:00pm Golf Course: 8:00am-Dark Practice Facilities: 7:30am-Dusk (Close at 5:00pm on Mondays) MENS LOUNGE Thursday-Saturday I 11:00am-6:00pm Sunday I 11:00am-4:00pm MARINA April 1-October 31 Monday-Tuesday I Closed Wednesday-Sunday I 9:00am-5:00pm (Closed on Wednesday until April 1) CLUB DINING Monday I CLOSED Tuesday I 11:00am-4:00pm (Closed on Tuesday until April 1) Wednesday I 11:00am-8:00pm (Closes 4:00pm on Wednesday through March) Thursday I 11:00am-8:00pm Friday-Saturday I 11:00am-9:00pm Sunday I 11:00am-4:00pm
OLD NORTH STATE CLUB STAFF Brian Pabst I Club Manager bpabst@oldnorthstateclub.com Chad Flowers I Triad Membership Director cflowers@mcconnellgolf.com Justin Mathers I Director of Golf Operations jmathers@oldnorthstateclub.com Chris Chapman I Golf Course Superintendent cchapman@oldnorthstateclub.com Ron Gordils I Executive Chef chef@oldnorthstateclub.com Robin Bowers I Accounting Manager rbowers@oldnorthstateclub.com Robin Barringer I Lodge and House Services Manager rbarringer@oldnorthstateclub.com Dustin Hinson I Dock Master dhinson@oldnorthstateclub.com Scott Steed I Director of Maintenance ssteed@oldnorthstateclub.com Beverly Marler I Triad Regional Director bmarler@mcconnellgolf.com _____________________________________________
OLD NORTH STATE CLUB CONTACT LIST Administrative Office: 336.461.4447 Dining Reservations: 336.461.4447 Membership Information: 919.601.2940 Club Manager: 336.461.4447 x 225 Catering and Events: 336.461.4447 x 232 Golf Shop: 336.461.2610 Marina: 336.461.4456 Lodge Reservations: 336.461.4447 x 222 Tennis: 336.461.4450 Pool Bar: 336.461.3169 Accounting Office: 336.461.4447 x 223 ONSCA Office: 336.461.5344 Turn House at #10 Tee: 336.461.2614 Old North State Realty: 336.461.4492 _____________________________________________
IN THIS ISSUE
FEATURED ON THE COVER THIS INCREDIBLE GROUP OF LADIES MADE OVER 300 BEARS FOR DONATION TO THE VICTORY JUNCTION SEWING PROGRAM WHICH HELPS TO ENSURE THAT EVERY CAMPER IS ABLE TO TAKE HOME A BEAR AFTER CAMP. FOR MORE DETAILS ON THIS ORGANIZATION, VISIT VICTORYJUNCTION.ORG. BACK ROW LEFT TO RIGHT: BREON ALLEN, KENDALL SHARPE, ELLEN FENTON, SANDY MILLER FRONT ROW LEFT TO RIGHT: ANNE SCHWEIGER, PAT ZEABART, SHARON MATHENY, MARJORY MOTHERSHEAD, PAT SALMONESE
Your Club........................................................................2 Membership...................................................................3 ONSC Buzz ..…………………………………………..……….............4 Dining Events…………….………….……………..………….............5 Monthly Fare.………..……………………..………..……...............6 Cookie of the Month....………………....…………….…............7 March Calendar..….….……….………………………………..……...8 April Calendar....………...…………………………………….…........9 Tee It Up…………….………………………………...…….…..……....10 McConnell Golf.…………….…………………………….…….….....11 McConnell Golf and Supers Corner.…………………..……...12 Fitness.………....………………………………….…….………………..13 Tennis............…………………………………….……….….………...14 Marina & Lodging…………………………………….……….…......15
MEMBERSHIP
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As I wrote in the last newsletter, maybe winter isn’t so bad after all. We had a very cold streak in November, but outside of that, things have been somewhat mild. Now if we can just get all of this rain out of here, we’ll be in great shape headed into golfing season! Most of you are aware I am not at the club every day. When I do have the privilege of being on property (usually once a week) I always notice something that has changed. Whether it be a newly landscaped area, a new event added to the social calendar, or something in the clubhouse that has been tweaked, there are many positive changes happening at the club that are continuing to add value to your membership. As we continue to grow and enhance our offerings, in 2019 we rolled out new offerings for residents and non-residents to enjoy the club. If you have friends, neighbors and/or colleagues that would benefit from membership within the club, please invite them out for a visit as your guest. Further, let me know in advance when you are bringing a prospective member as a guest and we will be happy to cover their golf, tennis or pool guest fee! Thank you in advance for your support of the club and continued growth to the membership – here’s to spring and warmer, drier weather headed our way very soon! ROGER PLOTT MADE HIS PRESENCE KNOWN ON PRESIDENT’S DAY AT OLD NORTH STATE CLUB AS HE MADE HIS WAY DOWN #18 . ISN’T THAT A BEAUTIFUL VIEW OF MT. RUSHMORE!!
CHAD FLOWERS ______________________________________________________
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
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Robert and Jane Brietz Mark and Doreen DeBenedictus Steven and Teresa Ross; children Spencer, Jade & Dylan
MEMBERSHIP OFFERINGS There are many types of memberships available to all applicants which allow for access to not only the Old North State Club but also all of McConnell Golf. While all of the membership directors at each club throughout the company are happy to answer any questions you may have, you may also access the information for yourself on our members only website. Once logged in, you can choose the club in which you are interested from the drop down on the left, and then navigate to “Membership” from the menu on the top right. Each club has their own unique offerings posted. To access information regarding McConnell Golf Corporate and National Membership opportunities, simply select McConnell Golf LLC at the bottom of the drop down menu.
MEMBERSHIP LEVELS TO MEET ALL YOUR NEEDS GOLF: All amenities including ONSC and reciprocal access opportunities to all other McConnell Golf properties SPORT: All dining, limited golf, social, pool, tennis and fitness SOCIAL: All dining, social, pool and fitness CLUBHOUSE: Dining & Social NON-RESIDENT: Invitational and Regional Memberships available to those not owning property within a three-mile radius of the front gates of the community.
A NOTE FROM YOUR CLUB MANAGER Happy spring! With winter hopefully behind us, we look towards springtime and seeing many of you returning to Old North State Club for what promises to be an exciting year. With the Men’s ACC Golf Championship quickly approaching, I would like to thank all of you that volunteer your time to help host this wonderful event. We could not do it without you! .
While I have heard the beginning of the year is a “slow” time, let me reassure you, all of us at ONSC have not slowed down. The entire staff has been using this time to improve many aspects of the club with the intention of providing better service and a more enjoyable experience. While many of the improvements have taken place “behind the scenes,” these projects are crucial in improving club operations. Please be sure to join us on the tennis courts on Saturday, March 14, from 10:30-12:30 as we welcome our new Tennis Pro Kent Whitener. Many of you might already know Kent as he is the head coach for both the men’s and women’s tennis teams at Pfeiffer University. Kent brings with him a wealth of tennis knowledge to help you improve any and all aspects of your game. Please join us in welcoming him to the Old North State community. BRIAN PABST
ONSC BUZZ
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Look who’s talking about The Old North State Club! Please enjoy a few of our favorite social media mentions below – and keep sharing your experiences with us by tagging Old North State Club on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for a chance to be featured in the next newsletter.
FACEBOOK: FREDERICK W. CUTTER
INSTAGRAM: @hunterfurr
What a beautiful day for fellowship and continuing education with the finest colleagues in the world. — at Old North State Club.
Congrats to my childhood best friend @austindillon3 and his wife @whitneydillon on having a baby boy LETS GOOOOO
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TGIF! Contact us for information about Old North State Club's amenities, which extend beyond championship golf. Boaters will appreciate the full-service marina, and fitness buffs will spend their time at the swim, tennis and fitness center.
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DINING EVENTS
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ST PATRICK’S DAY IRISH BUFFET Wednesday, March 18 l 5:30pm-8:00pm l $16.95++ May the dreams you hold dearest be those which come true. May the kindness you spread keep returning to you. Join us for an Irish Themed buffet and half price on select bottles of wine.
SPRING WINE DINNER - SAVE THE DATE Tuesday, April 7 I 6:00pm Watch for more details to come. For those who attended our last wine dinner, you know this is an event you don’t want to miss. Reservations Required I 336.461.4447
EASTER EGG HUNT Saturday, April 11 l 10:00am Complimentary Event l Meet at the Gazebo Fun for the young and the young at heart. Join us for the annual Easter Egg Hunt, themed games, light snacks, and Easter Bunny photos.
EASTER SUNDAY BRUNCH Sunday, April 12 l 11:00am-2:00pm l Main Dining Room Adults: $30.95++ l Kids 6-12: $12.95++ l Under 6: Complimentary Celebrate Easter Sunday at Old North State Club as Chef Ron and his team prepare a bountiful buffet the entire family will enjoy.
SOUTHERN BBQ NIGHT Wednesday, April 15 I 5:30pm-8:00pm l $16.95++ It’s hard to beat good ole Southern BBQ. Join us for some tasty smokehouse comfort along with half price on select bottles of wine right here on the lake.
17 ANNUAL HOSPICE BENEFIT DINNER Saturday, April 25 I SAVE THE DATE!! The event begins with drinks and hors d’oeuvres at the Old North State Clubhouse, followed by dinner in small groups in Host Homes throughout the neighborhood. The ONSC Chef prepares all the food, which gives hosts “the night off” from cooking.
SAVE THE DATES Mother’s Day Brunch l Sunday, May 10 Father’s Day Specials l Sunday, June 21 Celebration of Freedom I Saturday, July 4th
If you are interested in being a Host Home, please contact any of the Committee Members: Debbie Struthers, Denise Irwin, Laurie Lamb or Kerra French. Please mark your calendars now and watch for more information to come. If you are not familiar with this Hospice event or have any questions, please contact any Committee Member for assistance.
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COMFORT THURSDAYS March 5, 12, 19, 26 I 5:30pm-8:00pm April 2, 9, 23, 30 I 5:30pm-8:00pm Price: $17.95++ per person I Main Dining You’ll choose from three featured Old North State home-style entrées, salad and dessert. Full dinner menu also available. NOTE: We will not have Comfort Night on April 16.
BIRTHDAY NIGHT Friday, March 13 I 5:30pm-9:00pm Friday, April 10 I 5:30pm-9:00pm Adults: $20.95++ I Kids 6-12: $10.95++ I Kids Under 6: FREE If it’s your birthday month, it’s on the house. Come celebrate with family and friends and enjoy a birthday buffet carving station along with seasonal side items and dessert. Full dinner menu available.
FARMHOUSE SUNDAY ALA CARTE BRUNCH March 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 I 11:00am-2:00pm April 5, 12, 26 l 11:00am-2:00pm Intrigue your appetite with omelets made your way and a variety of specialty Sunday Brunch entrées along with the full lunch menu. NOTE: We will not have Sunday Brunch on April 19.
A NOTE FROM YOUR EXECUTIVE CHEF Spring is upon us, hopefully with some beautiful weather in the forecast. We had a nice winter season in the culinary department with a few early spring cleaning projects accomplished. Freshly painted walls and reorganized storage areas are just the surface of the work we have completed. We have also hired pastry chef Meredith Marino, who brings a lot of experience and knowledge to our culinary team. Meredith started her career in Boston as a pastry chef and transitioned down to North Carolina a few years ago. We look forward to seeing what kind of sweet treats she will bring to your table in the future! Please take a minute to welcome her. RON GORDILS
SEAFOOD NIGHT Friday, March 27 I 6:00pm-9:00pm Friday, April 24 I 6:00pm-9:00pm Adults: $33.95++ I Kids 6-12: $16.95++ I Kids Under 6: FREE Raw Bar Option $23.95++ Join us for the popular Seafood Night. From oysters on the half shell, sushi, smoked salmon, crab legs, shrimp, chicken and beef, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
COOKIE OF THE MONTH
MARCH COOKIE OF THE MONTH: HEATH BAR COOKIES Ron Gordils I Old North State Club Growing up my great grandmother would always hand out Heath Bars for the holidays. That and a five dollar bill for every birthday, Christmas and she would even hand out Easter cards! She has been gone for a few years now but anytime I have a Heath Bar I think of her. This cookie is a delicious balance of cookie dough and Heath Bar crunch. Enjoy! Ingredients: 2 ½ Cups All-Purpose Flour 1 TSP Salt 1 TSP Baking Soda 1 Cup (2 sticks) Unsalted Butter ¾ Cup Brown Sugar ¾ Cup Granulated Sugar 2 Eggs 1 TSP Vanilla 1 ½ Cups Chopped Heath Bar pieces (Eight 1.4 ounce bars) ½ Cup Chopped Walnuts Directions: Whisk dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, vigorously whisk together the flour, salt, and baking soda. Set aside. In a separate bowl, combine Heath Bar pieces and chopped walnuts. Set aside. Whisk butter, sugars, vanilla, then add eggs: In a large bowl, beat together the butter, brown and white sugars, and vanilla. Beat in the eggs one at a time. Make and chill dough: Add the flour mixture a third at a time, beating after each addition. Beat in the Heath Bar walnut mixture. Chill cookie dough for at least 30 minutes (better an hour or longer).
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APRIL COOKIE OF THE MONTH: CARROT CAKE COOKIES The Easter Bunny’s Pick Ingredients: 3/4 Cup (1 1/2 sticks) Butter, softened 1 Cup Packed Brown Sugar 1/2 Cup Granulated Sugar 2 Large Eggs 1 TSP Pure Vanilla Extract 1 1/2 Cups All-Purpose Flour 1 TSP Baking Soda 1 TSP Ground Cinnamon 1/4 TSP Ground Nutmeg 1/2 TSP kosher Salt 1 Cup Packed Shredded Carrots 3/4 Cup Unsweetened Shredded Coconut 1/2 Cup Raisins 2 Cups Old-Fashioned Oats CREAM CHEESE GLAZE 1 Cup Powdered Sugar 1 OZ. Cream Cheese, at room temperature 4 TSP. Milk 1/4 TSP Pure Vanilla Extract Directions: Preheat oven to 350º and line a baking sheet with parchment. In a bowl of an electric mixer, beat butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, until incorporated, then add vanilla. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
Spoon out dough balls onto cookie sheet: Preheat oven to 350°F. On cookie sheets lined with parchment paper or Silpat, spoon out the cookie dough in small 1-inch diameter balls (size of a large marble). Leave ample space because they do spread.
Add dry ingredients to butter mixture until well-combined. Stir in carrots, coconut, raisins, and oats and mix until just combined. Scoop 1” rounds of dough onto baking sheet. Bake until golden, 15-18 minutes. Let cool.
Bake: Bake at 350°F for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are just starting to brown. Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes.
Make glaze: Beat together cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until combined. Drizzle glaze over each cookie and let harden before serving.
MARCH SUNDAY 1 Farmhouse a la Carte Brunch 11:00am-4:00pm Club Closes 4:00pm
MONDAY
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TUESDAY
2 Club Closed
3 Club Closed
Greens Aerification
Greens Aerification
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
4 Men’s Bible Study 8:00am
5 Lunch & Dinner 11:00am-8:00pm
Lunch 11:00am-4:00pm
Bridge 12:00pm
Painting by the Lake 11:00am
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
6 Lunch & Dinner 11:00am-9:00pm
7 Lunch & Dinner 11:00am-9:00pm
13 Lunch & Dinner 11:00am-9:00pm
14 Lunch & Dinner 11:00am-9:00pm
Birthday Night 5:30pm-9:00pm
Tennis Social 10:30am-12:30pm
20 Lunch & Dinner 11:00am-9:00pm
21 Lunch & Dinner 11:00am-9:00pm
Comfort Thursday 5:30pm-8:00pm
Mah Jongg 12:00pm Greens Aerification 8 Farmhouse a la Carte Brunch 11:00am-4:00pm
9 Club Closed
10 Club Closed
Club Closes 4:00pm
11 Men’s Bible Study 8:00am
12 Lunch & Dinner 11:00am-8:00pm
Lunch 11:00am-4:00pm
Bridge 12:00pm
Painting by the Lake 11:00am
Comfort Thursday 5:30pm-8:00pm
Mah Jongg 12:00pm 15 Farmhouse a la Carte Brunch 11:00am-4:00pm
16 Club Closed Book Club 2:00pm
17 Club Closed
Club Closes 4:00pm
18 Men’s Bible Study 8:00am
19 Lunch & Dinner 11:00am-8:00pm
Lunch & Dinner 11:00am-8:00pm
Bridge 12:00pm
Painting by the Lake 11:00am
Men’s Golf Opening Day
Comfort Thursday 5:30pm-8:00pm
Mah Jongg 12:00pm Irish Themed Buffet 5:30pm-8:00pm Wine Down Wednesday 1/2 Off Select Bottles Couples Bridge 6:00pm 22 Farmhouse a la Carte Brunch 11:00am-4:00pm
23 Club Closed
24 Club Closed
25 Men’s Bible Study 8:00am WGA Opening Day
Club Closes 4:00pm
Lunch 11:00am-4:00pm Painting by the Lake 11:00am Mah Jongg 12:00pm
29 Farmhouse a la Carte Brunch 11:00am-4:00pm Club Closes 4:00pm
30 Club Closed
31 Club Closed
26 Lunch & Dinner 11:00am-8:00pm Bridge 12:00pm Comfort Thursday 5:30pm-8:00pm
27 Lunch & Dinner 11:00am-9:00pm Seafood Night 6:00pm-9:00pm
28 Lunch & Dinner 11:00am-9:00pm
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MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY 1 Men’s Bible Study 8:00am
2 Lunch & Dinner 11:00am-8:00pm
Lunch & Dinner 11:00am-8:00pm
Bridge 12:00pm
Mah Jongg 12:00pm
5 Farmhouse a la Carte Brunch 11:00am-4:00pm
6 Club Closed
7 Lunch 11:00am-4:00pm Painting by the Lake 11:00am
Club Closes 4:00pm
Spring Wine Dinner 6:00pm
12 Easter Sunday Brunch 11:00am-2:00pm
13 Club Closed
Club Closes 4:00pm
14 Lunch 11:00am-4:00pm Painting by the Lake 11:00am
THURSDAY
Comfort Thursday 5:30pm-8:00pm
FRIDAY 3 Lunch & Dinner 11:00am-9:00pm
9 Lunch & Dinner 11:00am-8:00pm
10 Lunch & Dinner 11:00am-9:00pm
Lunch & Dinner 11:00am-8:00pm
Bridge 12:00pm
Friday Night Foxtrot 5:00pm Shotgun
Mah Jongg 12:00pm
15 Men’s Bible Study 8:00am
4 Lunch & Dinner 11:00am-9:00pm
Friday Night Foxtrot 5:00pm Shotgun
8 Men’s Bible Study 8:00am
Comfort Thursday 5:30pm-8:00pm
SATURDAY
11 Lunch & Dinner 11:00am-9:00pm Easter Egg Hunt 10:00am
Birthday Night 5:30pm-9:00pm
16 Men’s ACC Golf Championship
17 Men’s ACC Golf Championship
18 Men’s ACC Golf Championship
23 Lunch & Dinner 11:00am-8:00pm
24 Lunch & Dinner 11:00am-9:00pm
25 Lunch & Dinner 11:00am-9:00pm
Friday Night Foxtrot 5:00pm Shotgun
Hospice Benefit Dinner
Lunch & Dinner 11:00am-8:00pm Mah Jongg 12:00pm Southern BBQ Buffet 5:30pm-8:00pm Wine Down Wednesday 1/2 Off Select Bottles Couples Bridge 6:00pm
19 Men’s ACC Golf Championship
20 Men’s ACC Golf Championship
21 Lunch 11:00am-4:00pm
22 Lunch & Dinner 11:00am-8:00pm
What is the dining room schedule?
Painting by the Lake 11:00am
Mah Jongg 12:00pm
Bridge 12:00pm Comfort Thursday 5:30pm-8:00pm
Club Closed
26 Farmhouse a la Carte Brunch 11:00am-4:00pm Club Closes 4:00pm
27 Club Closed
Seafood Night 6:00pm-9:00pm
28 Lunch 11:00am-4:00pm Painting by the Lake 11:00am Greens Aerification
29 Men’s Bible Study 8:00am
30 Lunch & Dinner 11:00am-8:00pm
Lunch & Dinner 11:00am-8:00pm
Bridge 12:00pm
Mah Jongg 12:00pm Greens Aerification
Comfort Thursday 5:30pm-8:00pm Greens Aerification
TEE IT UP PRO’S CORNER Golf season is here! My Staff and I are looking forward to having fun and taking customer service to the next level! We have a great schedule of events planned and hope you all will find time to participate! The Men’s ACC is scheduled for April 16-20. Thank you to all the volunteers. Without you this event would not be possible. This will be the last year we are hosting, as the ACC has decided to move the event around to a different location every year going forward. ONSC had a great run and your support is appreciated. Men’s and Ladies opening days are just weeks away, so make sure you get out to the course and work on your game. The Golf Shop is looking to become a one-stop shop for all your golfing needs. I am improving the selection of apparel by bringing back Peter Millar to the golf shop! It may still be a little chilly outside, but we have it all, including bathing suits. Along with Peter Millar, I felt we needed to enhance the lake life feel as well by providing more lifestyle, off and on the course apparel for you. Thank you again for your continued support of the golf operation. We are happy to be here, and just as important the snacks are back in the golf shop!
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2020 GAME IMPROVEMENT PACKAGE TEN (10) ½ Hour Lessons and ONE (1) 9-hole Playing Lesson for $350 Savings of over $150
CLUB FITTING DATES Appointments scheduled in 1-hour blocks. Walk-ups are welcome. Call the Golf Shop to book your fitting times. TITLEIST: Saturday, March 14 l 2pm-6pm PING: Thursday, March 19 l 2pm-6pm MIZUNO: Friday, March 20 l 2pm-6pm TAYLORMADE: Sunday, March 22 l 1pm-5pm CLEVELAND/SRIXON: Friday, March 27 l 2pm-6pm CALLAWAY: Saturday, March 28 l 2pm-6pm PXG: Friday, April 24 l 1pm-5pm
ONSC FRIDAY NIGHT FOXTROT Friday Nights April - September I 5:00pm Shotgun Introducing the new season-long Friday Night Foxtrot beginning in April and running through September. Scramble formats will be picked by the Golf Shop with ABC or ABCD pairings. Season-long standings will be posted throughout the competition. Come join the fun!
JUSTIN MATHERS, PGA
GOLF TIPS AND DRILLS This time of year most golfers are just figuring out where their clubs have been over the last few months and after you hit a few balls your clubs are wondering who this imposter is that is using them. Both of you will settle in, but let’s make sure you are spending your time wisely. Half of your time should be spent from 50 yards in and the other half on full swing. I know, some of you are thinking I need a full swing to go 50 yards and I have no comment for that. Practice with a purpose; set small goals; make it fun. Here are some drills to help you. Chip 20 balls from different spots and count how many come within one club length of the hole. Pick out an area between two flags, hit 10 drives and keep score. Take a club that goes 150 to 175 yards and try to land it on every green up to the max yardage. Putt to tees, not holes. With putting I would say most issues start with the take-away. Put down a yard stick and see what happens when you draw it back. Is it opening? Is it closing? Are you adding loft? Are you de-lofting the putter? PGA and LPGA tour players average about four to eight degrees of change in their stoke while most amateurs have 24 to 40 degrees of change. HUGE difference when you need to land something in a 4.25” diameter area. My last suggestion is don’t practice until you get bad at it. If you hit two to three good shots, go to something else and leave on a good note!
WELCOME TO THE TEAM Old North State Club proudly welcomes our newest addition to the Golf Shop team, PGA Associate Caitlin Cannon. If you haven’t had a chance to meet Caitlin yet, where have you been hiding! Come on in to say hello and welcome her to the lake life.
MEN’S MEMBER-GUEST June 11-13 l Defending Champions: Allen Craven and Val Johnson Registration is available for participants of the 2019 Member-Guest on February 25-March 2. Open registration begins March 3. Join us for the most exciting Men’s tournament of the year!
UPCOMING EVENTS MARCH Greens Aerification I March 2-4 Men’s Opening Day I March 21 WGA Opening Day I March 25 APRIL Men’s ACC Championship I April 16-20 Greens Aerification and Venting I April 28-30 MAY Men’s Member-Member I May 16-17 JUNE CPGA Senior Carolinas Open I June 3-4 Men’s Member-Guest I June 11-13 Greens Venting I June 16-17 Adult/Child Tournament I June 20 WGA Member-Guest I June 23-24
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MCCONNELL SIGNATURE BLEND We are excited to announce the release of our newest McConnell Golf blend this spring! Comprised of four barrels of Juslyn’s best Spring Mountain wines, the McConnell ‘Members’ Signature Blend’ combines 58% Cabernet Sauvignon and 42% Merlot, conveying all of the noble traits that make Spring Mountain so desired - a dense core of fruit, savory spices, chocolate mint and sweet mulberries. The wine was kept in-barrel for 36 months and the 2016 vintage is absolutely gorgeous. It promises another 10-12 years of enjoyment. Bottled and Produced by Juslyn Vineyards Limited Edition: 100 cases produced Wine Maker: Angelina Mondavi Did You Know? You can enjoy a free, private tasting experience with the owner at the Juslyn Vineyards Estate on Spring Mountain. A minimum one-week advance notice is requested. To schedule your visit, please contact Richard Cardoza at richard@julynvineyards.com or 707-265-1804.
MCCONNELL GOLF MAGAZINE With March comes spring and a fresh issue of McConnell Golf, The Magazine. We hope you enjoy catching up with your sister properties and perhaps gain some inspiration for the upcoming season on the course, on the courts and at the pool. Next up, the Wyndham Championship edition will publish in July ahead of the tournament and carry us through the remainder of the year. Within, we’ll take a look back at JT Poston’s 2019 win and go behind the scenes with the Agronomy team. To join this upcoming publication, advertisers are invited to take part for a little as $150! For the best ad placement options and business directory listings, we encourage you to contact Lauren Thedieck this month at lthedieck@mcconnellgolf.com. Thank you to all of our member advertisers for your support and for trusting us in your marketing efforts and promotion of your companies!
MCCONNELL GOLF COMPANY MEETING Sedgefield Country Club hosted yet another successful annual meeting for McConnell Golf! “Building Clubs of the Future” requires constant innovation and development and every day there is an opportunity to make a difference. We’re excited about what 2020 has to offer!
MCCONNELL GOLF I SUPERS CORNER
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FROM YOUR GOLF COURSE SUPERINTENDENT
REX HOSPITAL OPEN SAVE THE DATE: May 28-31, 2020 On May 28 – 31, the 33rd REX Hospital Open will take place at The Country Club at Wakefield Plantation. In 2019, Sebastian Cappelen took home the REX Open trophy, shooting a new course record 21-under par to win by three shots! Last year’s tournament hosted more than 156 professional golfers from around the world and helped raise money for the new UNC REX Cancer Center.
THREE PUTT! I can only think of one other two-word phrase that may send more chills through the spine of a golfer and that’s GREENS AERIFICATION! Unfortunately it’s a crucial piece of the puzzle for promoting turf health. It has been almost six months since our last greens aerification and we need to maximize root development this spring. According to the USGA, our sand based greens should contain 45-65% solids, 20-30% macro pores and 15-25% micro pores. Aerification followed by sand topdressing is still the best tool for maintaining these ratios. The macro pore space promotes the movement of water/nutrients, air and thus roots down through the profile. Most of the water and nutrients moving through the macro pores isn’t plant available, it’s moving too quickly. It’s up to the micro pores to capture, hold, and supply the water/nutrient mix to the roots as they travel through the macro pore space that is created by aerification. Something to think about next time you walk onto an aerified green. CHRIS CHAPMAN
Have you ever wanted to take part in a professional golf tournament? Well, now’s your chance! The REX Hospital Open is seeking volunteers to assist in executing the area’s premier professional charity golf tournament, part of the Korn Ferry Tour. If you would like more information on volunteering for the REX Hospital Open, contact Michael Thomas at mthomas@ccwakefieldplantation.com.
ACC CHAMPIONSHIPS TO INCORPORATE MATCH PLAY The ACC has decided to incorporate match play into its league championships beginning this spring. Approved last year, this new format goes into effect for both the Men’s and Women’s ACC Championships in 2020, which will now feature 54 holes of stroke play before a cut to the top four teams, who move on to match play. The Men’s Championship will again return to Old North State Club April 17-20. The Women’s Championship will follow on April 22-26 at The Reserve Golf Club in Pawleys Island, South Carolina.
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VISIT KNOXVILLE OPEN Holston Hills Country Club Selected as Host of Korn Ferry Tour’s Visit Knoxville Open SAVE THE DATE: May 11-17, 2020 The Korn Ferry Tour’s newly named Visit Knoxville Open will move to historic Holston Hills Country Club this May. Formerly the Web.com Tour, the organization has signed a five-year agreement with McConnell Golf. The Visit Knoxville Open is one of four original tournaments from the Tour’s inaugural 1990 season. With 50 available PGA TOUR cards, the Korn Ferry Tour is the path to the Pros. Over the last 30 years, the event has produced a number of noteworthy champions, including future PGA TOUR winners Jeff Maggert (1990), J.J. Henry (2000), Vaughn Taylor (2003), Chez Reavie (2007), Chris Kirk (2010) and Patton Kizzire (2015), who used his victory to garner Player of the Year honors that season. Other notables to compete include two-time Masters champion Bubba Watson, 13-time PGA TOUR winner David Toms, U.S. Open champion Lucas Glover and PGA Championship winner Jimmy Walker. For more information please visit https://visitknoxopen.com.
FITNESS
13 IN-SAIN-ITY FITNESS CLASSES WITH CAROLYN Albert Einstein is widely credited with saying “The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again, but expecting different results.” Join us for Carolyn Sain’s IN-SAIN-ITY classes and prove Einstein wrong because you are sure to see results if you do her classes over and over again!
THE IMPORTANCE OF PROPER WORKOUT SHOES Whether your workout involves running, walking, sports or gym equipment, a decent sport shoe is a must. Injuries caused by inappropriate shoes can needlessly derail your fitness or weight loss attempts. Investing in a quality shoe can help you to prevent foot and ankle damage and make your workout a more pleasant and comfortable experience. TYPES OF SHOES A variety of sport shoes are on the market for every type of activity. Running shoes that have built-in shock absorbers are available for joggers and lightweight walking shoes are available for walkers. Aerobic shoes are lightweight and shock absorbing to prevent foot fatigue and to cushion the ball of the foot, which is put under pressure during aerobic exercise. Tennis shoes have flexible soles to protect your feet from the quick side-to-side movements of tennis. Cross-training shoes are also available. These are suitable if you perform a number of sport or exercise types in your workouts. BENEFITS OF A PROPER SHOE Choosing a proper shoe can help protect you against common injuries associated with your type of workout. Good shoes can lessen the impact of your step and cushion the foot from heavy landings. In addition, sport and exercise shoes can improve your performance, enabling, for example, quicker direction changes. REPLACING YOUR SHOES Worn out sport shoes do not provide your feet with adequate protection during your workout. According to American Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Society, running shoes should be replaced after every 350 to 500 miles. If you run 20 miles a week, this means you should replace your shoes every 20 to 25 weeks. NETWELLNESS advises against judging the wear of your shoes from the treads on the bottom. Instead, check the mid-sole of the shoe as this will shoe damage sooner.
CARDIO-WEIGHTS-ABS or YOGA-PILATES-BARRE (rotates weekly) Thursdays I 8:30am DEEP STRETCH-CORE/BACK STRENGTHENING/BALANCE Thursdays I 10:00am Minimum of 5 participants on a recurring basis required for class.
EAT RIGHT - 10 WAYS TO ENJOY MORE FRUIT AND VEGETABLES Building a healthy plate is easy when you make half of your plate fruits and vegetables. It’s also a great way to add color, flavor and texture plus vitamins, minerals and fiber. All this is packed into fruits and vegetables that are low in calories and fat. Make 2 cups of fruit and 2 1/2 cups of vegetables your daily goal. Try the following tips to enjoy more fruits and vegetables every day. 1.
Variety abounds when using vegetables as pizza toppings. Try broccoli, spinach, green peppers, tomatoes, and zucchini. 2. Mix up a breakfast smoothie made with low-fat milk, frozen strawberries and a banana. 3. Make a veggie wrap with roasted vegetables and low-fat cheese rolled in a whole-wheat tortilla. 4. Try crunchy vegetables instead of chips with your favorite low-fat salad dressing for dipping. 5. Grill colorful vegetable kabobs packed with tomatoes, green and red peppers, mushrooms and onions. 6. Add color to salads with baby carrots, grape tomatoes, spinach leaves or mandarin oranges. 7. Keep cut vegetables for mid-afternoon snacks, side dishes, or a quick nibble while waiting for dinner. Ready-to-eat favorites: red, green or yellow peppers, broccoli or cauliflower florets, carrots, celery sticks, cucumbers, snap peas or whole radishes. 8. Place colorful fruit where everyone can easily grab something for a snack-on-the run. Keep a bowl of fresh, just ripe whole fruit in the center of your kitchen or dining table. 9. Get saucy with fruit. Puree apples, berries, peaches or pears in a blender for a thick, sweet sauce on grilled or broiled seafood or poultry, or on pancakes, French toast or waffles. 10. Turn an omelet into a hearty meal by stuffing it with broccoli, carrots, peppers, tomatoes or onions and low-fat cheddar.
TENNIS
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ABOUT KENT WHITENER Kent Whitener is in his third year as the Falcon Tennis Head Coach.
FROM THE TENNIS COURTS We are excited to welcome Kent Whitener as our resident tennis professional at Old North State Club. Kent is the Head Tennis Coach for Pfeiffer University and is very excited to bring his love of the game to our members. Kent and his staff will be in charge of daily court maintenance as well as quarterly tennis socials and providing top notch private and group lessons. In March we will be resurfacing all 6 courts. The timeline depends on the weather so stay tuned for updates on that process. Also new this spring will be PICKLEBALL! By the end of March we hope to have two designated pickleball courts for our members to enjoy where court #2 is currently located. If you are in need of pickleball equipment, you are in luck. Stop by the golf shop to rent or purchase your pickleball paddles and balls. We are excited about the racquet sports programming and look forward to a great season at Old North State Club.
MEET AND GREET TENNIS SOCIAL Saturday, March 14 l 10:30am-12:30pm Join us on the tennis courts Saturday, March 14 as we welcome Pfeiffer University Tennis Coach Kent Whitener to the ONSC community. Kent will bring along some Pfeiffer players for the occasion and we will enjoy friendly round-robin tennis for all skill levels as well as complimentary light hors d’oeuvres and adult beverages. Don’t miss this chance to have some fun and say hello to Kent and his students.
RACQUET STRINGING AND PRIVATE OR GROUP LESSONS RACQUET STRINGING (72 HOUR TURNAROUND) String provided by Kent: $30 Bring your own string: $20 PRIVATE AND GROUP LESSONS One hour private lesson: $50 Half hour private lesson: $30 One hour group lesson/clinic (2 or more players): $60 COURT MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Monday: Closed Tuesday-Saturday: 7:00am-9:00am
In Whitener's second season, it was highlighted by Olivia Nelms winning the Women's Player of the Year in Conference Carolinas to go along with Mylene Petitpas earning second team honors. On the men's side, Whitener's coaching helped Axel Woerner earn second team recognition. In total Whitener's teams put seven athletes on the Academic AllConference team. Whitener’s 2015-16 season was highlighted by the men’s tennis team reaching the Conference Carolinas tournament finals as he received the Conference Carolinas Coach of the Year. In 2015, Whitener’s men’s team finished with a record of 14-7 regular season record and a perfect 9-0 record in Conference Carolinas. On the women's side, Kent led the Falcons to a conference semifinals berth as the team finished with a record of 13-6 and 8-2 in the conference. In all, the Falcons totaled nine All-Conference awards while Nils Hoffacker and Olivia Nelms placed on the first place teams and seven Falcons made the All-Conference academic teams as they maintained a cumulative grade point average of 3.25 or higher on a 4.0 scale. A native of Newton, N.C., Whitener is a certified PTR Professional, USTA Rated 5.0. Whitener was ranked in the top-10 in North Carolinas Juniors and top-50 in the Southern Region. After his playing career at Pfeiffer, Kent worked at the Van Der Meer World Class Academy in Hilton Head, S.C. While there, Whitener worked with several national ranked juniors that went on to compete at the highest Division I levels. After that stint, he became the Director of Tennis at the Rockbridge Club in Columbia, S.C. from 2009-15 where he continued his success. Whitener led all areas of tennis from large adult and junior tournaments to the highest level of college tennis.
MARINA & LODGING
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DOCKMASTER’S NOTES Hello from the Old North State Club Marina. I hope 2020 is off to a great start for everyone. The Lake is extremely muddy from all the storms. With that brings a lot of hazards. Logs and debris can float right under the surface and cause major damage to your boat and prop so please drive cautiously.
BUSINESS RETREATS OR FAMILY GATHERINGS If you are looking for a venue to host your business retreat or have a family gathering and need additional space or lodging, our guest lodge can accommodate. Call and reserve your guest rooms today!
As always feel free to call us for any of your boating needs! Thank you and have a swell day! DUSTIN HINSON
MARINA HOURS OF OPERATION April 1-October 31 Monday-Tuesday I Closed Wednesday-Sunday I 9:00am-5:00pm (Closed on Wednesday until April 1)
PONTOON RENTALS 4 Hours: $180 I 8 Hours: $260 I 24 Hours: $360
THE LODGE AT OLD NORTH STATE CLUB SEASONAL RATES APRIL 1-NOVEMBER 30 Members $170.00 per night I Non-Members $195.00 per night NON-SEASONAL RATES DECEMBER 1-MARCH 31 Members $135.00 per night I Non-Members $155.00 per night ALL ROOMS COMPLETE WITH: Automated Phone System and Voicemail I Wireless Internet I Flat Screen TV with VCR/DVD I Amenity Bars I Refrigerator I Coffee Maker I Iron and Ironing Board I Hairdryers and Toiletries All Rooms are Non-Smoking Main lodge common area boasts wireless internet service, pool table, two TV’s with VCR & DVD, grand fireplace and waterfront porch overlooking Badin Lake. Book your Lodge accommodations online. Go to our website at www.oldnorthstateclub.com/amenities/lodging. Ask us about our house rental program!
KAYAK & PADDLE BOARD RENTALS 4 Hours: $35 I 6 Hours: $50 I 24 Hours: $60 Jackets and oars are included with all kayak and paddle board rentals. NOTE: A 24 Hour cancellation policy is enforced and will result in the forfeiture of all charges due.
KAYAK LAUNCH RAMP The “Kayak Launch Ramp” is attached to the dock closest to the gazebo and grass area. What is more exciting is that the Marina has a kayak pick-up service! This service consists of our marina staff coming to your home and picking up your kayak, canoe or paddle board and transporting it to this new launch area. This service is available on Saturdays and Sundays between 8:00am-9:00am and the cost is $5 per boat. Call the Marina at 336.461.4447 to schedule your pick up.
Robin Barringer I Lodge & House Services Manager
OLD NORTH STATE CLUB 201 OLD NORTH STATE LANE NEW LONDON, NC 28127