AUGUST, 2021
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PORTERS NECK COUNTRY CLUB
PORTERS NECK
A MCCONNELL GOLF PROPERTY
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WELCOME!
PLEASE JOIN US IN WELCOMING OUR NEW MEMBERS TO PORTERS NECK.
Dr. Sean & Mrs. Karen Murphy
JP O'Connor & Tracy Mills
Golf
Sport
Spencer Beard & Emma King
Robert & Laura Boneau
Parker & Charlie Golf
Madeline & Jack Young Executive Sport
Kelley & Anna Marie Precythe
Budd & Lynne Blackburn
Michael Young Executive Sport
Golf
Terry & Angie Ward
Zachary & Lisa Tran
Golf
Lily, Samantha, & Zane Golf
Trent & Maggie Reed Landis, Cooper, & David Young Executive Golf
John & Pamela Blakely
Jonathan & Kathleen Jackson
Shane & Jennifer Hendren
Golf
Abbey & Davis Young Executive Golf
Golf
Bill Hollingsworth Sport
Carl & Leslie Samet Sport
Conrad & Laura Frey Sport POST | CLUB NEWS
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CELEBRATING 30 YEARS Throughout the month of august, we will be sharing photos and videos, taken over the past 30 years at Porters Neck. The cover photo for the August edition of The Post, was taken on the golf course in the early 90's. Can you guess which hole it is? Join us for the grand Anniversary Party on August 28th!
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2021 Wyndham Championship
August 11 - 15, 2021 | Sedgefield Country Club MCCONNELL GOLF OFFERINGS McConnell Golf tickets provide tournament grounds admission and exclusive access to four hospitality venues including Slammin' Sammy's Pub, located inside the clubhouse, and open-air skyboxes on hole No. 15, 17 and 18. Weekly and single day tickets are available now.
TOURNAMENT SCHEDULE WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 11 Practice Rounds for PGA Tour Professionals: All Day Dejoy/Wos Pro-Am
NEW THIS YEAR
All tickets will be digital using your mobile device and must be purchased in advance. On-site ticket sales and Will Call will not be available. We will deliver your tickets to you digitally on your mobile device prior to the tournament.
RESERVE YOUR TICKETS NOW To reserve your tickets, please complete the Ticket Request Form, available online and in the Pro Shop. Once completed, please return the form to the Porters Neck Pro Shop. POST | CLUB NEWS
THURSDAY, AUGUST 12 First Round Tournament Play 7:00am - 7:00pm
SATURDAY, AUGUST 14 Third Round Tournament Play 8:00am - 6:00pm
SUNDAY, AUGUST 15 Final Round Tournament Play 8:00am - 6:00pm
FRIDAY, AUGUST 13 Second Round Tournament Play 7:00am - 7:00pm
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Wine Tasting WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 18TH | 5:00 - 7:00 PM This event is free for wine club members and $10 for non-wine club members. Registration is required and must be made online or by calling 686-8180 by Sunday, August 15th.
Join the Beer Club
Join the Beer Club now for $45, with Complimentary Growler and $1 off all Draft Beers. Contact Pallas at catering@portersneckcountryclub.com
to
join.
Registration is required and must be made online or by calling 686-8180 by Tuesday, July 27th.
Cocktails & Vino PORTERS OFFERS DAILY DELICIOUS WINE FLIGHTS
DRINK
SPECIALS
AND
Daily Drink Specials Tuesday: $1 Off Domestic Beers Wednesday: $2 Off Featured Glasses of Wine & $12 Wine Flights Thursday: $1 Off Craft Beers, $5 Beer Flights Friday: $5 House Liquor
Porters Hours
Lunch | Tuesday – Sunday | 11 AM - 3 PM Dinner | Wednesday - Thursday | 5 PM - 7 PM Dinner | Friday - Saturday | 5 PM - 8 PM Reservations are not required for lunch but they are required for dinner. POST | SOCIAL
Saturday: $2 Off Specialty Cocktails Sunday: $5 Bloody Mary’s and Mimosas
Weekly Dinner Specials Weekly Dinner Specials can be found on the Dining News page of the Porters Neck website. Who's Hungry?!
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SEAFOOD EXTRAVAGANZA Saturday, August 21st | 5:00 - 8:00 PM | PNCC Ballroom
Join us for the 2021 Saturday Night "Seafood Extravaganza" in the PNCC Ballroom, featuring our specialty Seafood Buffet menu! Cancellations must be made 72 hours prior to an event. Registrants’ accounts will be charged if cancelation policy is not implemented.
Salads & Seafood Delights Traditional Chopped House Salads Lobster Bisque with Blue Cheese Toast Points Shrimp Cocktail Chilled Seafood Salad
Sides & Such Herb Roasted Red Bliss Potatoes Corn on the Cob Country Style Green Beans Steamed Mixed Vegetables
Garlic and Cheddar Biscuits Hushpuppies Assorted Chef's Choice Dessert
'Delicious Entrees
Cost & Registration
Buttermilk Battered Flounder
Reservations are required and can be made via the website calendar or by calling Porters at 686-8145. Please sign up your entire party under 1 member name if several members wish to be seated together.
Calabash Fried Shrimp Deviled Crab Blackened Salmon with Brown Sugar Candied Pecans, Dijon Cream Clams and Mussels in White Win Butter and Garlic Lemon Pepper Baked Chicken POST | SOCIAL
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PNCC 30th Anniversary Celebration Saturday, August 28th | 5:30 - 10:30 PM | Throughout Clubhouse and on the Patio Join us as we celebrate 30 years of fun and friendship at Porters Neck Country Club. We have a spectacular evening planned for you! The cost is $125.00++ per person. The cost includes:
Open Bar
Grande Raw Bar Display (Oysters, Clams, Scallops, Shrimp, Crab Legs)
Asian Dumplings with Szechuan Sauce
Heavy Hors d'oeuvres Logo
Assorted Hand Rolled Sushi
Chargrilled Oysters with Cilantro Lime Butter and Crispy Shallots
What's Included
Anniversary
Heavy Hors'doeuvres
Champagne
Bottle,
Sweet and Sour Chicken with Bell Peppers and Egg Fried Rice
Delievered to your home in advance!
Vegetarian Spring Rolls with Sweet Thai Chile Sauce
Live Entertainment: Emerald Empire Band!
Chickpea and Zucchini Fritters with Ratatouille Relish Southwest Beef Dip with Queso and Corn Chips
Register online or by calling 686-8145. Dress for this event is cocktail casual. (No denim or shorts. Jackets are not required.) Cancellations must be made 72 hours prior to an event. Registrants’ accounts will be charged if cancelation policy is not implemented.
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Clams in White Sauce with Pancetta, Peas, and Cipollini Smokehouse Brisket Sliders with Balsamic Onion Jam and Gouda Buffalo Cauliflower with Blue Cheese Béchamel Chef' Assorted Sweets and Treats
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New Wines IN PORTERS
SUR DE LOS ANDES MALBEC 2017- MENDOZA REGION, ARGENTINA
This Malbec from Mendoza is fermented with native yeast and has spent 5 months in French Oak. The bouquet is well defined with blackberry, raspberry, boysenberry, black currant, touches of dark chocolate and anise. Juicy with lively acidity and woven with soft tannins and a spice-tinged finish. 100% Malbec | $8.00 glass | $27.00 bottle
BELLINI CIPRIANI NV PROSECCO- ITALY
The world-famous cocktail consists of a white peach pulp base and brut sparkling wine. It was invented in 1948 by Giuseppe Cipriani of Harry's Bar in Venice and served in every Cipriani location around the world. A great way to start any party or to have with Sunday Brunch! Elegant aromas of white peach are fresh and fruity with a balanced sweetness of ripe peach flavors and a lift of fragrant bubbles. Perfect anytime, great as an aperitif. $9.00 split only
MCCONNELL GOLF SIGNATURE SERIES RIGHT BANK RED BLEND- NAPA VALLEY
Masterfully crafted by renowned winemaker Chris Corley, the 2018 blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon was aged in New 1/3 French oak barrels for 26 months. The primary blend was assembled at 12 months, with secondary blending at 18 months, and final blend-strokes being done at 26 months. This blend has dark, luscious aromas and flavors of blackberry, anise with undercurrents of lightly toasted oak and hints of vanilla. There is a hint of pepper, and nice waves of ripe dark berry fruit on the palate. 58% Merlot, 37% Cabernet Franc, 5% Cabernet Sauvignon $12.00 glass | $46.00 bottle
MCCONNELL GOLF SIGNATURE SERIES KERR CELLARS CABERNET SAUVIGNON- NAPA VALLEY
This Cabernet Sauvignon is garnet purple in color with an explosive nose of satsuma plum, graphite and melted Valrhona cocoa. The palate is drenching and structured with luscious blueberry, musk and cold-brew coffee. This wine is balanced with supple yet chalky tannins and finishes with assertiveness, bright acids and polished oak. It is hand-harvested in the early morning throughout October and aged 12 months in 60% new French oak and 40% 1-year-old French oak. 78% Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Oak Knoll Merlot and 5% Sage Ridge Petit Verdot $58 per bottle for any pre-order (3 bottles minimum) Regular price $65 per bottle for Wine Club Members $75 per bottle for Non-Wine Club Members POST | SOCIAL
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LABOR DAY
Poolside Cookout at the Family Pool Monday, September 6th | 12:00 - 3:00 PM
Pool Party with DJ Enjoy a poolside cookout, DJ, Water Slide and Slip-n-slide at the Family Pool! Look for more details to be announced, shortly. 12:00 - 3:00 PM: Poolside Buffet 12:00 - 5:00 PM: DJ
Poolside Buffet Hamburger, Hot Dog and Grilled Chicken Bar Cheerwine Glazed Baby Back Ribs Roasted Cauliflower with Red Peppers Loaded Baked Potato Salad Asian Slaw with Toasted Sesame Seeds Sour Cream andChive Pasta Salad Assorted Cookies and Brownies
Cost & Registration Adults $25++ | Children Ages 6-15 $12++ | Children Ages 5 and Under are Complimentary Cancellations must be made 72 hours prior to an event. Registrants’ accounts will be charged if cancelation policy is not implemented.
The 6th Annual Cardboard Boat Regatta will begin at 1:15 PM! All Porters Neck members are invited to participate! For the complete details, please see page 32 of The Post.
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HOLLY SHELTER CREEK
Kayaking Adventure MONDAY, AUGUST 16TH | 8:30 AM - 11:30 PM Join us for a kayaking adventure on Holly Shelter Creek. Holly Shelter Creek is a small blackwater stream with a large beaver population in the headwaters and an abundance of birds and other wildlife. The creek gets its name from Holly Shelter Game Lands that the creek flows through. An abundance of holly trees grow along the creek's banks. On this adventure, you will experience the sights and sound of this beautiful creek. This adventure is perfect for the first time kayaker or even those more experienced. You will be paddling with the flow of this slow moving blackwater creek. COST & REGISTRATION: $55 per person if renting a kayak or $35 per person if providing your own kayak. Register online or by calling Jen Hancock @ 910-6868161 xt. 128. Min. 6 ppl / Max.10 ppl. The deadline to cancel & register Thursday, prior to the trip.
What's On Tap? Cobia Kolsch | Wrightsville Beach Brewing Company, Wilmington, NC Pin High Pilsner | Highland Brewing Company, Asheville, NC. Tropical Lighting IPA | Wilmington Brewing Company, Wilmington, NC Midtown Swank Double IPA | Wilmington Brewing Company, Wilmington, NC
Red Oak Amber Lager | Red Oak Brewing Company , Whitsett, NC Signal Fire Session | Wrightsville Beach, NC German Lager | Edward Teach Brewing Company, Wilmington NC Sweet Josie | Lonerider Brewing Company, Raleigh NC
Wilmywood Wit | Wrightsville Beach Brewing Company, Wilmington, NC
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Pro Shop Hours: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Hazardous Weather Policy
Upcoming Golf Events
In the event of hazardous weather conditions, it is the responsibility of individual golfers to decide whether or not to continue play. Players should consider the predicted weather conditions and information they may get from the Pro Shop. We encourage players to “Put Your Personal Safety First!” The course restroom shelters on Holes 6 and 13 are equipped with lightning rod protection and offer a safe haven for players who suspend play in their vicinity. During Club sponsored events, including MGA and LGA events, the Pro Shop will suspend play if it believes players’ safety may be jeopardized by hazardous weather. During Club events players will be notified as follows:
August 4th & 18th: Par Gals
Discontinuance of Play for Dangerous Situation: A suspension of play for a dangerous situation will be signaled by 1 long air horn blast. All play shall cease immediately upon notification. All practice areas will be closed during suspension of play until committee has declared them open.
August 30th: Ladies Interclub Match at Landfall
August 5th & 19th: Bogey Girls August 7th - 8th: MGA Ryder Cup August 11th: Men's Operation 36 Begins August 12th: Women's Operation 36 Begins August 12th & 26th: Bogey Girls 2 August 14th: Mixed Adult Operation 36 Begins August 21st - 22nd: Men's Sr/Super Sr Championship
August 31st: CGA 4 Ball September 6th: Labor Day, Open for Regular Play September 7th: Course Closed
Resumption of Play: Signaled by 2 short consecutive horn blasts.
Short Game Area Schedule
The grow in for the short game area is looking great. We will all be anxious to get out there soon. We have come up with a tentative schedule on how we plan on using the area in relation to just practice time and playing the 4-hole loop. No facility that we know of has a set up close to what we have.Please be patient as we learn and adjust as we go. MONDAY: Closed All Day for Maintenance WEDNESDAY, FRIDAY, SUNDAY: 7:30am-2pm: Practice Only | 3pm: Short Course Play Only TUESDAY, THURSDAY, SATURDAY: 7:30am– Close: Practice Only All Day For safety reasons, we ask that members DO NOT practice while the course is open for Play and please DO NOT attempt to play the course when it is time for Practice only. When the short course is open for play, please only tee off from the tee markers. This schedule will change when the time changes in the fall. POST | GOLF
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Turf Notes
By: Chris Parham, PNCC Golf Course Superintendent
Greetings from the golf course maintenance department. We are excited to be finishing up the driving range project! All the grass has been sodded and we are just letting the grass get established. The anticipated opening of the driving range and short game area sometime in August. The 3-day close in July gave us the opportunity to do some cultural practices to the course. Using a ¾ inch coring tine on fairways, we managed to pull over 23,522,400 plugs out of the fairways. How did we come up with that number? We had 18 holes per square foot, 43,560 square feet in an acre times 30 acres of fairways. Additionally, over 3,920,400 plugs were pulled out of tees and 5,488,560 plugs were pulled out of the greens. We than followed up verticutting the greens and ended up verticutting a total of 6 times. Our goal was to remove thatch and work on reducing grain that tends to develop in greens. This work to the greens will allow them to recover in short order. Maybe not as fast as one would like but they will heal up in due time. We have started adding yardage numbers to the sprinkler heads and expect to be finished by the second week of August. . This yardage is to the middle of every green. We continue to try and make the course better every week. I hope everyone has had a chance to enjoy golf out at PNCC. See you out on the course.
Senior | Super-Senior Championship
August 21st & 22nd
36 Hole individual stroke play event. There will be a GROSS and NET division in each age group. A player may only win in one division and compete in only one age division. Senior Division is ages 55-69. Senior players may play either White Tees or White Hybrid Tees. The Senior Gross Champion will be from the White Tees. The Senior Division Net Champion will be determined by the low net winner from all tees, no play-off this year. Super Senior is age 70 & above and all play will be from Green Tees. Entry Fee is $30 plus applicable cart fees. Tee Times will be scheduled for both days. Please sign up online or contact the pro shop.
Summer Heat
The Hot weather is here! Please be prepared for the heat. Drink plenty of water before and during your round. Wear light colored clothing, wear a cap and preferably a wide brimmed hat, use plenty of sunscreen and use plenty of good judgment while playing.If you or a partner starts to feel bad, do not wait, and please come off the course immediately and get into some AC. POST | GOLF
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2021 Championship Weekend SEPTEMBER 11 - 13, 2021 | MEN'S AND LADIES CHAMPIONSHIP WEEKEND Entry Fee for all players will be $25 plus applicable cart fees. Tee times will begin at 8:30am on Saturday September 12 and on Sunday September 13, play will start with a 9am shotgun. Awards reception immediately following play on Sunday. Registration Players may sign up online or with the Pro Shop. Beginning August 1. Men competing in Net Championship please notate which tee you are playing. Deadline is – Wednesday September 9th.
Par Gals
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 4TH & 18TH | 9:00AM Meet Coach Dana outside of the Pro Shop at 9:00 AM. Sign up using the calendar and not the tee sheet. Par Gals is a playing lesson club for advanced beginner ladies or current 9 -hole ladies and is taught by Dana Kovich. The format includes Clinic & Instruction on the Driving Range followed by Clinic & Instruction on the Golf Course. Cost & Registration: The annual cost to join is $25. Group Playing Lesson / Clinic with Cart: $40 each time you play. Members are asked to register online via the club calendar. (click here!) in the Pro Shop, or send Dana an email at danakovich@gmail.com. Questions? Contact Dana at danakovich@gmail.com or by calling the Pro Shop staff at 910-686-1177. POST | GOLF
Men’s Club Championship: 36 holes Individual Stroke Play. All Play from Blue Tees Men’s 36 Hole Net Club Championship: 3 Flights, White Tee, White Hybrid and Green Tee Flights. Players play from normal tees. 10 of you last 20 scores must be from that tee. The Net Champion will be the 1 lowest net score from the 3 flights. Ladies Fall Handicap: Flighted 18 and 9 hole divisions(flights based on number of players). 36 Holes for 18 Holers, 18 holes for 9 Holers. Net and Gross winners in each flight. Low Gross for both 9 and 18 will be declared Club Champions
Bogey Girls
THURSDAY, AUGUST 5TH & 19TH | 9:00 AM Meet Coach Dana outside of the Pro Shop at 9:00 AM. Sign up using the calendar and not the tee sheet. No pressure - just fun! Playing lessons include: Instruction on the Driving Range as well as on the Golf Course with Dana Kovich in a fun and relaxed atmosphere. Instruction also includes Terminology, Basic Swing, Grip, Stance, Posture, Putting, and Short Game. Course management, rules, and club selection will also be addressed.
Bogey Girls 2! THURSDAY, AUGUST 12TH & 26TH | 9:00 AM These lessons are for Bogey Girls who have completed one year and are ready to expand on the skills learned in Bogey Girls 1. They meet twice a month. Online registration is open! Meet Outside the Pro Shop. PAGE 19
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2021 PNCC Men's Member - Guest OCTOBER 28 - 30, 2021 | PORTERS NECK COUNTRY CLUB
It’s time to start making plans for the 2021 Men’s Member-Guest Tournament. The tournament will be held Thursday, October 28th through Saturday, October 30th. In keeping with McConnell Golf tradition, the Member-Guests will now have a theme. This year's theme is 'Island Time'! We are going to try to simplify the process in a way that everyone should be more comfortable doing. Registration will be done through the PNCC website and will be open at 8am on Sunday, August 1st.
Here is what you need to do to
register. 1. Go to the Golf Calendar for October 28th. 2. Find the 2021 Men’s Member-Guest and click on it at 8am August 1 3. Once the tab opens up, you will need to answer 1 question about your guest’s information. 4. Please “Save Registration” when finished. The first 54 entries will be accepted. All entries after the 54 will go on the wait list. This year’s event is open to Full Members only and their invited guests. The entry fee for 2021 will be: $1000 entry fee (per team). A $200 (per team) optional competition fee (flight pool) will be available at sign-in for those interested teams. The field will be limited to a maximum of 54 teams. For this year’s event, each player will be able to select their respective tee (white, white hybrid, green) on the entry form. Your PNCC Golf and F&B staff are working hard to plan a first-class event. The 2021 Men’s Member-Guest event will continue to be the premier golf and social event of the year at Porters Neck Country Club. More information regarding the schedule of events, tournament format, etc. will be forthcoming and available on the Member-Guest website. (link to be provided soon) Mark your calendar and tell your invited guest to be ready to have a memorable time at the 2021 PNCC Men’s Member-Guest on October 28-30, 2021. POST | GOLF
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Men's Member - Guest Schedule Thursday, October 28th 9:00-11:30:
Practice Round (Shotgun) Breakfast Sandwiches/Beverage Cart on Course for Players
12:00-1:45:
Boxed Lunches and Tee Gifts in Ballroom
2:00:
Match #1 Shotgun
4:15-6:00:
Skills Challenge Iron Shot (Hole #9)
4:30-6:30:
Cocktails and Passed Appetizers on Patio
6:45-9:00:
Buffet Dinner in Ballroom
7:00-9:00
Live Entertainment during Dinner
Friday, October 29th 9:00-9:45:
Hot Breakfast Buffet in Ballroom
10:00:
Match #2 Shotgun
12:00-1:00:
Lunch Buffet in Ballroom
1:00:
Match #3 Shotgun
4:00:
Team Putting Contest at Short Game Area
6:30-10:30:
Gala throughout Clubhouse with Live Entertainment
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Saturday, October 30th 9:00-9:45: Hot Breakfast Buffet in Ballroom 10:00: Match #4 Shotgun 12:00-1:00: Lunch Buffet in Ballroom 1:00: Match #5 Shotgun 3:30-4:30: Cocktails and Appetizers Outside Pro Shop 4:30-5:30: Flight Winner Shootout (Hole #9) 6:00-10:00: Island Time Luau with Live Entertainment
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What's New In Court Sports?
Intramural Ladies League, 55 & Over SEPTEMBER 15TH - NOVEMBER 10TH
Our PNCC Tennis intramural league is starting on September 15th - November 10th. Everyone is welcomed to play, once we have final registration we will make teams. Registration is now open and will close on September 5th. If you have any questions please. Email Rafa at Tennisdirector@portersneckcountryclub.com or Ethel Koropatnick at ethel21269@gmail.com. We look forward to having another great 55 & over season.
Bocce Ball 101 Clinic WEDNESDAYS, 5PM - 6 PM | BEGINNING AUGUST 18TH
If you are interested in learning how to play Bocce Ball this is a great way to start. Our *NEW CLINIC* will focus on teaching the basic rules of Bocce, scoring and skills of Bocce. If you have any questions please email Rafa at tennisdirector@portersneckcountryclub.com. Registration is required and the cost is $15. Maximum Participants:8 | Minimum Participants:3
Ladies Beginner Tennis Clinic SATURDAYS, 9:30 - 10:30 AM
This clinic will focus on technique and form while implementing doubles strategy and positioning. Must cancel 12 hours prior to start of the clinic or you will be charged. Fee: $25. No shows will be charged
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September 17 - 19, 2021
2021 Jersey Mike’sPorters Neck Men
’s
UNCW Colligate Tennis Tournament
The 2021 Jersey Mike’s-Porters Neck Men’s UNCW Colligate Tennis Tournament, a fundraiser for the UNCW tennis program will be held at Porters Neck Country Club starting Friday, September 17 until Sunday, September 19, 2021. Just a few facts about the event and opportunities for assisting: We expect to have 7-8 Division 1 universities with over 50 college tennis players coming to compete at PNCC
Sponsorships
We already have 6 business that are sponsoring the event, but we are still looking for more ($250 or more), as well as donations from our members. If you are aware of any possible sponsors, please contact: Yona Bar-Zeev 910-352-1993 barzeevy@gmail.com
Donations
If you would like to make a tax-deductible donation, please make your tax- deductible check payable to UNCW and it can be dropped off at the Sports Center or mailed to: Yona Bar-Zeev, 704 Squire Lane, Wilmington, NC 28411
Court Maintenance
We are looking for a few good people to help us maintain the tennis courts between matches. If you are able to help, please contact: John Barbour 431-1623 jdbarbour3@gmail.com Gerry Schwartzel 620-5195 gschwartzel@ec.rr.com Due to Covid-19 we are not hosting the tennis players this year. Come and enjoy great tennis. The event is free! POST | TENNIS
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Weekly TENNIS CLINICS ALL CLINICS ARE $25 AND REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Register online via the club calendar or by calling 686-8161. New to tennis? Join Rafa for an orientation! Contact the Tennis office at 686-8161.
MONDAY
Men’s 3.0 / 3.5 Clinic: 8:30 - 9:30 AM
Emphasis on doubles strategy and positioning. Minimum 2 players required
Ladies 3.0 / 3.5 Clinic: 9:30 - 11:00 AM
THURSDAY
Advanced Women's Clinic 6:00 - 7:00 pm Must be rated 3.5 or higher to attend! High volume live ball clinic. Focus around strategy, position, and tactics using various match emulated drills and point play. Improve your tennis knowledge on the court.
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FRIDAY
Ladies Intermediate Clinic (3.0 / 3.5) 9:30 - 10:30 AM This clinic will focus on technique and form while implementing doubles strategy and positioning. Must cancel 12 hours prior to start of the clinic or you will be charged. Fee: $25. No shows will be charged.
SATURDAY
Ladies Beginner Clinic - NEW! 9:00 - 10:00 AM This clinic will focus on technique and form while implementing doubles strategy and positioning. Must cancel 12 hours prior to start of the clinic or you will be charged. Fee: $25. No shows will be charged.
Don't forget to visit our online Tennis and Pickleball Shop! You can find the link on both the Pickleball and Tennis pages of our website. With 48 brands to choose from, there is truly something for everyone!
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Pickleball
NEW! Beginner / Intermediate Open Pickleball WEDNESDAYS | 6:00 PM
Registration is appreciated so that we know who is showing up to play. Registration is available on the club website and the McConnell app. Questions? Contact Rafa at tennisdirector@portersneckcountryclub.com.
Men's Pickleball Group TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS | 6:30 - 8 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.
Advanced Open Pickleball THURSDAYS | 6:30 - 8:30 PM
Ladies Pickleball Night WEDNESDAYS | 6:30 - 8:00 PM All Porters Neck ladies are invited to meet us on the court for Ladies Pickleball Night Sign up online via the club calendar. Questions? Contact Rafa or Montana!
Adult Beginner Clinic MONDAYS (BIWEEKLY) | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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 via the club calendar or by calling 686-8161. Clinic fees are $15 per player per clinic. POST | PICKLEBALL
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.
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. PAGE 27
WELLNESS NEWS Porters Neck Country Club
Key Fob
If you would to receive a key fob, please contact Allison Evans at
via email at
fitness@portersneckcountryclub.com or by calling 686-8161 x125. The cost is $12 per key fob. Please note that key fob usage by guests and members under the age of 16 who are unsupervised is not permitted.
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Checking In Pre-registration is no longer needed. When you arrive to use the gym you must either check in with the staff at the front desk or sign- in with the notebook if you come after hours or the staff has stepped away from the desk.
Pre-registration is required for all in person classes. If you attend on Zoom you do not need to register. Registration is done on the Porters Neck Calendar. You must register for each individual class and day you wish to attend. Registration is open 7 days prior by 8:00AM or 1 hour prior to the start of class if class is at 8:00AM or earlier. Example: 7:00 Early Bird TRX registration opens 7 days prior at 6:00AM.
Gym Hours Regular Hours 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Every Day Key Fob Hours 4;00 AM - 7: 00 AM, Every Day 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM, Every Day
Blood Drive
September 13th | 12:00 - 5:00 PM See the website for more details! PAGE 28
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Aqua Fitness Classes MONDAY 8:00- 8:50 Aqua Zumba taught by Stephanie 8:00- 8:50 Aqua Fit Deep taught by Allison TUESDAY 8:00- 8:50 Aqua Fit Shallow taught by Allison 8:00- 8:50 Aqua Fit Deep taught by Crystal
Cost & Registration
Registration for class is required and can be done through the club calendar. Registration opens at 7:00AM, 7 days prior. Shallow is limited to 20 spots. Deep is limited to 10 spots. Class Fees: $3 per class or $25 for a monthly package.
WEDNESDAY 8:00- 8:50 Aqua Fit Shallow taught by Allison 8:00- 8:50 Aqua Fit Deep taught by Crystal THURSDAY 8:00- 8:50 Aqua Fit Shallow taught by Crystal 8:00- 8:50 Aqua Fit Deep taught by Allison
FRIDAY 8:00- 8:50 Aqua Yoga taught by Katie 8:00- 8:50 Aqua Fit Deep taught by Allison SATURDAY 9:00- 9:50 Aqua Fit Shallow taught by Crystal
Equipment Noodles: There are a limited number of noodles available for a summer rental for $10.00. Please email if you are interested in reserving one. If you would like to purchase your own noodle (either the Super Stripe Noodle or Super Duper Stripe Noodle) please email Allison for more information Shoes: Supportive and protective water shoes are recommended for shallow water. Water Belt: A buoyant belt is needed for deep water, PNCC has 3 to lend out. It is recommended to get your own if you come to class regularly.
Evening Group Exercise Classes SHiNE
Mondays at 5:30 PM: A typical SHiNE™ class is approximately 55-minutes long and incorporates 16 routines. Class is started with a signature SHiNE™ warm-up and then increase intensity as the class progresses.
HIIT Pilates
Tuesdays at 5:45: This class offers all the best Pilates exercises with calorie burning, high intensity workouts to sculpt and tone the entire body.
Barre
Thursdays at 5:30: Ballet inspired workouts to lengthen, tone, and build lean muscle. In this class you will work on finding your core and achieving balance, while strengthening your arms, glutes, and back. POST | WELLNESS
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Aquatic News Gril Menu New Family Pool Hours Pool Appetizers Beginning August 9th
Monday - Friday: 12:00 - 7:00 PM Saturday & Sunday: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM Labor Day Hours: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
September 7th - September 26th
Fridays: 4:00 - 7:00 PM Saturday & Sunday: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Buffalo Wings and Celery with Ranch or Blue Cheese (6 Wings) $10 Traditional Hummus and Pita Chips $8
Salad Top your salad with 4oz. Grilled Chicken $6 or 4oz. Chilled Shrimp $7 McConnell House Salad $9:
Handheld Signatures
Family Pool Bar & Poll Grill
Served with a Side of Wavy Chips. Substitute French Fries for $2 Coastal Carolina Hot Dog Combo $8 (Add a Second Hot Dog $4) Buffalo Chicken Wrap $10 Jr Cheese Burger $8 (Add a Second Patty for $5)
Pool Guest Fees
Quick and Easy Menu
Pool Bar: Pool Grill:
11:00 AM - 7:00 PM 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Guest fees ($3 ea.) apply for all guests except for grandchildren and house guests with a valid house guest pass.
Rotisserie Chicken Salad Sandwich on Martins Potato Bread $8 Line Caught Tuna Salad Sandwich on Martins Potato Bread $8
Kids Corner- $6
Adult Lap Pool
Open Daily, Monday - Sunday Adult Lap Pool: 5:00 AM – 8:00 PM Key fobs are required for access before 7:00 AM and after 5:00 PM. As a reminder, the Lap Pool is for members (and guests*) ages 17 and up. Members between the ages of 14-16 are allowed to use the lap pool as an extension of the sports center after going through a scheduled orientation with the Aquatics Director. POST | AQUATICS
Served with Wavy Chips & Frozen Grapes Jumbo Smuckers™ Uncrustable 1/3 Pound Cheeseburger 6” All Beef Hot Dog Homestyle Chicken Fingers (3) Grilled Cheese (Choice of Bread and Cheese)
Baskets French Fries $5 Funnel Fries $5 Pickle Chips $8 Mini Corn Dogs $8 PAGE 31
Cardboard Boat Regatta MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 6TH | 1:15 PM ARRIVAL | 1:30 PM JUDGING BEGINS Prizes & Rules
Prizes awarded for the most creative boat and fastest boat* *One fastest boat prize for ages 18+ and one for 17 and under. Please see the website for the complete set of rules.
Rules Highlights Please see the website for the complete set of rules. BOAT DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION 1. Boats must be made prior to your arrival at the club. 2. Boats must be made ONLY of cardboard and duct tape. N0 reinforced cardboard tubes, only broken - down cardboard boxes. 3. Cardboard cannot be sealed with any paint or sealants 4. N0 PAINT allowed however you may add details with "Sharpies"
Timeline 1:00 PM: All participants should have their boat on the pool deck to get ready for judging. Participants must have a 1:00 pool reservation. 1:15 PM: Judging begins for creativity. (sorry, we are unable to judge for creativity if you arrive late)
Cost & Registration
$5.00 registration fee per boat. Register online or call 686-8180 ext. 128. Deadline to register is noon on September 3rd.
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5. Duct tape may be of varying colors for creativity but must have come manufactured in said color 6. Boats may be a maximum width of 60" (5 ft) and a maximum length of 84" (7ft). FORBIDDEN MATERIALS 1. Two part glues 2. Fiberglass resins and Plastic Epoxies 3. Metal 4. Plastic 5. Foam Core Boards or Styrofoam 6. Pasteboard or Chipboard types of Cardboard 7. Non-corrugated cardboard (ie cardboard tubes) 8. Wood 9. Cardboard that has been factory coated with wax 10. Metal foils and paints
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FRIDAY, AUGUST 20TH | 5:00 - 8:00 PM
PNCC juniors are invited to join us for a fun night of pizza & fun activities at the family pool! Ages 5 & up. Non swimmers should have a PFD, (personal flotation device). Drop Off & Pick Up at the Family Pool. Please bring a towel and a change of clothes in case your child gets cold. Juniors are required to stay with PNCC staff during event unless signed out by an authorized adult. Registration & Cost: Registration is required. Please register online or by calling Jen Hancock @ 686-8161 xt. 128. Deadline to register is noon on August 18th. The cost is : $25 for 1 child, $45 for 2 siblings, $65 for 3 siblings20 child maximum, 6 child minimum otherwise event will be cancelled. *event will be cancelled in the event of inclement weather.
POOL PARTY!
Juniors' Pool Party
SO MUCH FUN! POST | JUNIOR NEWS
American Girl Club
AUGUST 24TH | 4:00 -5:30 PM
Join us in the Jr's Activity Room as we craft accessories for our dolls and hang out with friends. Participants will learn how to make fancy hairstyles, really cool outfits, mini crafts, and accessories. The club is a girls' delight where they can bond with their girlfriends and have lots of 'play dates' for their dolls. Your child should bring their own doll.
Cost & Registration $10 per child. Register online or by calling Jen Hancock @ 686-8161 xt. 128. Deadline to register is noon the day prior. Maximum of 8 participants | Minimum of 3. Masks are required indoors for this event. Weather permitting, we will meet on the side patio of the Sport Center.
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at Porters Neck!
Weekly Clinic Schedule Academy Junior Tennis
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays 2:30 - 4:30 PM Rate: $25 per player: The Junior Tennis 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 fitness, technique, point play, mental strategy, and overall game.
Intermediate / Beginner
Jr Tennis Tournament
Tuesdays and Thursdays 4 - 5:30 PM Ages 8-13 Rate: $20 per player: This program focus is to develop players to start competitive match play. We emphasize an overall introduction to rules, scoring, and etiquette. The clinics highlight stroke/technique development, repetitive stroke production while improving rallying skills in preparation for USTA, league and school matches.
AUGUST 21ST & 22ND | REGISTER BY AUGUST 16TH
Divisions: All will be played with yellow ball - Boys 12U, 14U, 16U, 18U - Girls 12U, 14U, 16U, 18U Players must be 11 years of age or “Mission Complete” in the youth tennis progression to participate in 12U or higher events*. This is a great chance for any player that is match ready, whether it's 1st tournament or 100th.
Participants
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register,
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August
16th,
on
playtennis.usta.com. The exact link is provided on the Tennis page and Kids Zone page of the PNCC website. Questions? Contact Rafa at 6868180 x 126 or tennisdirector@portersneckcountryclub.com. POST | JUNIOR NEWS
Tiny Tots
Wednesdays 4 - 4:45 PM Ages: 4-7 Rate: $12 per player: This Clinic introduces children into tennis. We focus on developing hand-eye coordination, agility, balance, and proper tennis technique in a fun and positive environment. PAGE 34
Kids Fit!
MONDAYS | 3:15 - 4:15 PM TAUGHT BY CRYSTAL Kids Fit is a class that incorporates cardio, circuit training, yoga and strength training through games and play time. Each week the focus will change, while building on the foundations of fitness. This class is for ages 11+. The fee is $8 per participant. Register online via the website calendar. Questions? Contact Allison Evans at fitness@portersneckcountryclub.com
level up!
Congratulations to Khloe Le, Lydia Le, and Thomas Haines! (pictured above) On July 15th, they all passed from 25 yards and are on to the next level of Operation 36.
Later in July, Tara Kuehner and Lydia Le (pictured left) passed from Division Two- 50 yards, graduating to Division Three- 100 yards. Kenzie Le, on her final attempt, passes Division One - 25 yards. Sam Alexander, not pictured, did a great job shooting 33 to pass Division Two- 50 yards.
Back to School...FUN Facts!
1. A single pencil can draw a line 35 miles long! 2. School buses have been around since 1915, but the official color of bright yellow wasn't adopted until 1939. 3. The first eraser was bread! It was nothing more than a balled-up piece of moist bread. In 1770, English engineer Edward Narine accidently picked up a piece of rubber instead of bread. In doing so, he discovered that rubber was far more effective at rubbing out pencil marks.
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Administrative Office
Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Porters Dining Closed Mondays
Lunch
No Reservations Required Tuesday - Sunday: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Dinner
Reservations Required Wednesday & Thursday: 5:00 - 7:00 PM Friday & Saturday: 5:00 - 8:00 PM
Gym Regular Hours: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Every Day Key Fob Hours: 4:00 AM - Midnight | Every Day
Lap Pool
Every Day: 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM Key Fob Entry Before 7 AM & After 5 PM
Family Pool
Monday - Sunday: 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM New Hours Beginning August 9th! See Page 31.
Golf Pro Shop
CLUB PROFESSIONALS Jason Seehafer General Manager gm@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8180 ext. 104 Mandy Shuffler Membership, Marketing & Communications membership@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8180 ext. 102
Terrie McElwain Assistant Controller arap@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8180 ext. 103
Pallas Adamopoulos Catering and Events Director catering@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8180 ext. 106 James 'JP' Patterson Director of Food & Beverage jpatterson@mcconnellgolf.com 686-8180 ext. 105
Justine Serrano Restaurant Manager service@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8180 ext. 119 Robert Loper PGA Head Golf Professional headpro@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8180 ext. 110 Dana Kovich Assistant Golf Professional danakovich@gmail.com
Jordan Tennent Assistant Golf Professional & Jr Golf Programs assistgolfpro@portersneckcountryclub.com
Chris Parham Golf Course Superintendent superintendent@portersneckcountryclub.com
Euro Porters Neck "Paw"fessional Goose Dog Does not accept emails or phone calls, just treats
Mondays: Closed Tuesday - Sunday: 7:30AM - 6:00 PM
Driving Range Tuesday - Sunday: 7:30 AM - Dark
Rafael Toro Tennis & Pickleball Director tennisdirector@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8180 ext. 126 Montana Wiggs Head Tennis / Pickleball Professional tennispro@portersneckcountryclub.com Allison Evans Wellness Director fitness@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8180 ext. 125
Club Phone Numbers Clubhouse: 686-8180
Jennifer Hancock Social & Activities Director activities@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8180 ext. 128
Porters: 686-8145 Golf Pro Shop: 686-1177 Sports Center: 686-8161 Tennis Court Condition Line: 686-8163
Robert Forthman Engineering maintenance@portersneckcountryclu.com 686-8180 ext.101