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JULY AND AUGUST HOURS OF OPERATION
FAIRWAY GRILL
Monday I CLOSED
Tuesday I 11:00am-8:00pm
Wednesday I 11:00am-8:00pm
Thursday I 11:00am-8:00pm
Friday I 11:00am-9:00pm
Saturday I 11:00am-8:00pm
Sunday I 11:00am-8:00pm
19TH HOLE
Monday I CLOSED
Tuesday - Sunday I 11:00am-until the last golfer is off the course
TEE TIMES
8:00am-6:30pm (weekdays)
7:45am-8:20am (weekends – twosomes only) I 8:30am-6:30pm (normal play)
All carts must be returned prior to 8:00pm.
GOLF SHOP
7:30am-6:30pm (weekdays) I 7:00am-6:30am (weekends)
PRACTICE FACILITIES
7:30am-6:30pm
The golf course, range tee, short-game greens and putting greens are closed every Monday
RCC CONTACT LIST
Front Desk Reservations I 919 231 5501 x 0036
Dining Room I 919 231 5501 x 0035
Events Director I 919 231 5501 x 0036
Golf Shop I 919.231.6451
RALEIGHCOUNTRYCLUBSTAFF
ChristianAnastasiadisIchristian@raleighcc.com COOofMcConnellGolf
BonnieMillerIbmiller@raleighcccom ClubhouseManager&EventsDirector
BrianKittlerIbriankittler@mcconnellgolfcom VPofGolfOperations
AdamMcLaughlinIamclaughlin@raleighcccom DirectorofGolf
ThomasWalkerItwalker@raleighcccom HeadGolfProfessional
BillyColeIbcole@raleighcc.com GolfCourseSuperintendent
JohnCrawfordIjcrawford@raleighcc.com ExecutiveChef
VickiPincombeImemberservices@raleighcc.com MemberServices
LauriStephensImembership@mcconnellgolfcom VPofMembership
PaxtonRembisIprembis@mcconnellgolfcom CreativeDirector
FaithInmanIfinman@mcconnellgolfcom CommunicationsDirector
KaylenGarrisonIkgarrison@raleighcccom KidsActivitiesDirector
IN THIS ISSUE
Please Note
The pool will be closed on Monday, July 15th until 5:00pm for
Please join us in extending a warm welcome to the following new club members!
Adam and Jamie McIntyre with sons Westley and Beckham
Esa and LeAnne Bloedon with children Rhys, Pierce, and Avery
Andrew Sisson and Cassidy Dolan
Not Pictured: Brian and Amanda Chappell with children John Robert, Molly, and Katherine
RCC buzz
Never miss out on a club event, the latest McConnell Golf news or the chance to share your member experience Stay connected to Raleigh Country Club and McConnell Golf on social media and join the conversation today @raleighcc @raleighcc @raleighcc1948
“MCCONNELL GOLF HOSTS THE KORN FERRY TOUR FOR BACK-TO-BACK WEEKS”
Watch now on Youtube.com/McConnellGolf
The past two weeks at McConnell Golf have been memorable, thanks to the Visit Knoxville Open at Holston Hills Country Club and UNC Health Championship at Raleigh Country Club Harry Higgs captured the Visit Knoxville Open in a thrilling playoff, while Kaito Onishi claimed his first Korn Ferry Tour title by winning the UNC Health Championship We look forward to hosting back-to-back Korn Ferry Tour events again in 2025.
After a challenging week for the pros on the Korn Ferry Tour, Kaito Onishi captures the 2024 UNC Health Championship! ⛳ ��
Jim Stewart Beautiful day for the Korn Ferry Tour!
CLUB EVENTS
JULY4THBBQ EVENTATTHECLUB!
THURSDAY,JULY4 I 11:00AM-2:00PM
You won't want to miss our annual Independence Day Celebration! Take part in everyone’s favorite poolside games, enjoy our DJ and the patriotic additions you will see appear during the day! Holiday hours for dining in theloungewillbe11:00amuntil7:00pm
BIRTHDAYNIGHT
LOBSTERNIGHT
SATURDAY,JULY13 I 6:00PM-9:00PM I $45 PERPERSON
A traditional seafood dinner made just for you! A la carte menu will also beavailable
MENU: Baby Iceberg Wedge Salad I Dinner Rolls & Butter I 125 pound Maine Lobster with Drawn Butter & Lemon I Fontina and Gruyere Mac n Cheese ISauteedBroccolini I PeachCobblerCheesecake
PRIMERIBNIGHT
FRIDAY,JULY 26 I 6:00PM-9:00PM I $45PERPERSON
FRIDAY,JULY12 I FRIDAY, AUGUST16
6:00PM-9:00PM I TROPHYROOM&LOUNGE I PATIOSEATING
IfitisyourbirthdayinJulyorAugust,comeandenjoyacomplimentary dinnerentréewiththeMcConnellGolfSkilletCookiedessert
SUMMERCOUPLESGOLFTOURNAMENT
FRIDAY,JULY19 |5:00PMSHOTGUNSTART
$100PERCOUPLE(INCLUDESPRIZES&DINNER)
SpendaDayattheFair-Waywithyourspecialsomeonewithadelicious dinnertofollow!Childcareavailable.
TRIVIANIGHTTACOSANDTEQUILA ATTHEPOOL
SATUDAY,JULY20 I 6:00PMDINNERBUFFET I7:00PMTRIVIA
Join us in-house or take it to go This 3 course dinner will be a crowd pleaser either way. Featuring our McConnell House Salad, 12oz. cut HerbRoastedPrimeRibandDeliciousDessert Childcareavailable
Bringyourwealthofknowledge foranightoutwithfriendsandfamily
CLUB EVENTS
FREEPLAYINTHEKIDZZONE
SATURDAY,JULY 13 &AUGUST3|10:00AM-2:00PM
Taco Tuesdays
Take a break from the summer heat and come play in the Kidz Zone! SupervisedplaytimewillbeofferedoneSaturdayamonth,noreservation needed Children under 3 must be accompanied by an adult Check the websiteformoreinformation.
BACK TO SCHOOL EVENT
SATURDAY, AUGUST 17 I SHOP, DINNER AND
A MOVIE!
Grab your chair and blanket and we will provide the popcorn We will also have a back to school trunk show with vendors like Charlie O, Peter Millar and more. Have dinner join us in the commons area to watch one of Disney’s newest releases
Southwest meets the Southeast! Enjoy specially handcrafted tacos with fresh homemade ingredients for only $9
July 2- Crispy Shrimp Tacos with Pineapple Salsa and Avocado
July 9- Nashville Hot Chicken Tacos with Pickles and Slaw
July 16- Smoked Pork & Pimento Tacos with Crispy Onions & BBQ Sauce
July 23- Blackened Steak Tacos with Blue Cheese Slaw & Steak Sauce
July 30- Crispy Pork Belly Tacos with Avocado Slaw & Cotija Cheese
August 6- Crispy Honey Chipotle Chicken Tacos with Cilantro Sour Cream and Shredded Cabbage
August 13- Carne Asada Tacos with Onion, Cilantro, Avocado, & Lime
August 20- Smoked Pork Carnitas Tacos with Slaw & BBQ Sauce
August 27- Crispy Fish Tacos with Mango Slaw and Shredded Cabbage
DUELING PIANO DINNER SHOW
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 I 6:00PM BUFFET, FOLLOWED BY SHOW
This is a fun, interactive and exciting show that will have you signing all night long! They will be taking requests from the audience as you dance, clap and sing along with them during the entire show.
LABOR DAY EVENT
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 2 I BUFFET OPENS AT 11:00AM
Work hard, play hard! Chef John and his crew will have a BBQ buffet you will not want to miss! Kids can enjoy pool games, a water slide, and so much more.
KIDS SUMMER CAMP
2024RCCSUMMERCAMPS
RCC Families,
Thank you so much for signing your children up for camps this summer! Starting the summer off with two fully booked camps has been a wonderful start to our summer season We are looking forward to the remaining camps! We currently have a waitlist for all remaining camps except for Arcademania with our awesome crew from Challenge Island The Slimetopia Camp they helped host was a huge success and we are looking forward to more exciting things to come with Arcademania Spaces for this camp are still available, so book your camper today! If you have any questions or concerns, please don’t hesitate reach out. See you at the Club!
Kaylen Garrison Activities Director
ARCADEMANIA CAMP | MONDAY, JULY 22 - FRIDAY, JULY 26 | 9:00AM - 3:00PM | AGES: K - 5 | $250
This Kids-Choice Challenge Island adventure puts a 100% Screen-Free STEAM twist on popular video games from designing your own STEAMio Carts to building Fort Island shelters to adopting adorable Island Blox pets to taking on the freezing and fiery biomes of Mine Island to creating retro-inspired games like Space Aliens Aracade You and your STEAM Team will swap game consoles for creativity and joysticks for ingenuity and imagination as you take on Islands of STEAM challenges created with game-loving kids in mind! Lunch, snack and drinks will be provided Please sign up by Wednesday, July 17
CAMP INFORMATION
We will be sending you a reminder with the camp agenda, what to bring, the camp menu and other important information the week before each camp We ask that you register your child at least a week before each camp Campers are welcome to bring a guest, if space allows. All camps are $250 for members/grandkids and $300 for guests. A 20% sibling discount will be given to families who have 2 or more siblings attending an activities camp for the full week. Campers can attend for select days; $60 for members and $65 for guests. If you cancel within 24 hours of the event, you will still be charged 50% of the price.
AFTER HOUR CARE
This summer we will be providing after hour camp care This will be available from 3:00PM - 5:00PM There will be a charge of $10 per hour per child and $5 per child per 1/2 hour We ask that you let us know when registering if you will be utilizing after care so we can plan accordingly
ANOTHER GREAT SEASON: STINGRAYS RECAP
The Stingrays are back with a splash! The 2024 summer season has been going very well with lots of best times and big smiles. The Stingrays started their season off with a meet against Carolina Country Club. The six and unders kicked the meet off with West Mclntyre having a huge night taking home two first places in the 15 freestyle (15.70) and 15 breaststroke (23.53). For the girls, Charlie DeVantier took home fourth in the 15 backstroke (20 30) with Haley Dolan coming in fifth For the 7-8 age group, Kelsey Dolan made her RCC debut in the 25 freestyle (25 05), finishing 2nd with Mae Rittershaus coming in 3rd (25 55) Harrison Gard brought home the first 7-8 win of the night by destroying CCC in the 25 freestyle 10 year old, Craft Baum battled it out in 25 freestyle (16 95) and 25 backstroke (21 41) taking home second in both and breaking two team records. Craft was not the only 9-10 to set some impressive team records, Morgan Lincoln came in swinging in the 25 breaststroke (23.45) The 11-12 girls, Lilly Baum, Grayson DeLeo, Florence Hine, and Charlotte Rittershaus, took home second in the 200 medley relay while breaking the team record (2:44.75). Following that Florence Hine made an impressive 50 debut taking 2nd in the 50 back (39 22) and 3rd in the 50 free (32 69), setting two team records 13-year old Eliza Lindley took home two fourthplace finishes in the 50 freestyle (32 91) and 50 backstroke (44 12) and 15- year old, Ainsley Hernandez finished fourth in all her events, 50 free, 50 back and 50 breast The older boys had a very impressive showing against CCC Trey Spencer (13) put big points on the board by taking home first in the 50 breaststroke (38 42) and 2nd in the 50 free (28 46) Jack Lindley (18) also helped score some major points by finishing 3rd in the 50 breaststroke (49.95).
The following week, RCC took on Wakefield. The meet was exciting with lots of close finishes. 6 and under West Mclntyre continued his winning streak after winning the 15 freestyle for the 2nd week in a round. Charlie DeVantier stood tall as the only RCC 6 and under girl finishing 2nd in the 15 freestyle (21 15), 2nd in the 15 backstroke (24 90) and fourth in 15 breaststroke (36 89) The 7-8 boys helped get the meet going with a win and a new team record in the 100 medley relay (1:50 71 Ward Baum, Emil DeLeo, Harrison Gard, Storm Graven) Following the relay, Emil DeLeo took home a first-place finish and a new team record (21 55) in the 25 freestyle RCC had an impressive showing in this heat with Harrison Gard finishing third and Ward Baum finishing fourth. The 7-8 boys continued their top finishes with Harrison Gard and Ward Baum going 1-2 in the 25 butterfly. On the girl's side, Mae Rittershaus charged to the finish in the 25 breaststroke (29.78) setting a new record and taking second. Caroline Koontz stepped up for her team as the only 7-8 girl in the 25 butterfly. She swam an impressive time of 40 83 and took home second The 9-10 girls continued to put up a strong fight against Wakefield Their medley relays went 2,3 bringing home big points for RCC They continued to crush it in the 25 freestyle with Avery Gard taking home her first individual win in the 25 free (19 11), Harper DeVantier coming in 2nd (19 14) and Paige Rowe in fifth (24 19) Following freestyle, Margot Maurer and Harper DeVantier helped bring home a 1-2 finish in the 25 backstroke To round the night out, Avery Gard, Harper DeVantier, Margot Maurer, and Paige Rowe took gold in the 100 freestyle relay (1:28.13).
RCC STINGRAYS
The 9-10 boys also had quite a showing. Craft Baum has been putting in the work and it showed when he took home first in the 25 fly (24.25) and 2nd in the 25 freestyle (16 54) breaking team records in both He also took home third in the 25 backstroke (22 65) Ranger Graven also set a new PB in the 25 breaststroke (26 84) and finished third The 11-12 girls had an amazing meet The girls started off the meet with a first place finish and a new team record ( 200 medley relay:2:43.91 Grayson DeLeo, Charlotte Rittershaus, Florence Hine, Lilly Baum.) Then, Florence Hine, Grayson DeLeo and Lily Baum brought home 1, 2 ,3 finish in the 50 backstroke. Grayson DeLeo won her first individual race of the season with an impressive time of 47 72 in the 50 breaststroke The 11-12 girls brought home another top time finish Flounce Hine, Charlotte Rittershaus and Mary Miller Preston went 1, 2, and 4 in the 50 butterfly Finishing the night out Grayson DeLeo, Charlotte Rittershaus, Florence Hine, Lilly Baum took home another relay win and team record in the 200 freestyle relay (2:28.13). . On the boy's side, Aspen Graven took home a third-place finish in the 50 breaststroke (42.41). Following the 11-12 girls record-breaking speed, the 13-14 boys set off to break two team record in the medley and freestyle relays (200 free relay: 2:23 97 Jay Preston, Brock Collett, Matthew Fleming, Trey Spencer and 200 medley relay: 2:42 12 Jay Preston, Brock Collett, Matthew Fleming, Trey Spencer) Trey Spencer took home first in the 50 butterfly for a second week in a row and Eliza Lindley took second in the 50 free (33.26) and first in the 50 butterfly. To finish the meet out we had three ladies swim up Finn Rittershaus, Mary Miller Preston and Eliza Lindley to swim up to the 15-18 relay to swim with Ainsley Hernandez on the 15-18 200 freestyle relay The girls went out flying bringing home a second-place finish
For the third meet of the season, RCC swam against North Ridge Last season, RCC beat North Ridge, making it their first win in eight years. This year, RCC came in on fire beating North Ridge by 18 points. The start of the meet was off with a bang. 6 and unders West Mclntyre, Jack Fleming and Ben Smith went 1,2,4 in the 15 freestyle Following the boys Emerson Eaton won her first-ever race in the 15 freestyle (20 38) with Felicity Shaw coming in fourth (26 17) and Beckett Roach finishing fifth (33 05) West Mclntyre and Emerson Eaton continued swimming big, winning backstrokes and breaststrokes. Following the 6 and unders, eightyear-old Mae Rittershaus set the speed for freestyle taking first (23.57) and Carson Crisp came in fourth (34.19). Mae also finished first in the 25 breaststroke. The 9-10 girls were the first to win a relay against North Ridge winning by over 20 seconds Coming out of a brief retirement, Quinn DeLeo took home third in the 25 freestyle (22 12) The 11-12 girls continued their winning relay streak by winning both relays for the night Fenton Harrison dropped over two seconds to finish second in the 50 free, his highest placement thus far. Charlotte had an impressive showing winning the 50 free (38.33). In the 50 free, the 13-14 boys went 1,2,3 with Matthew Fleming taking first. Matthew also took first in the 50 backstroke Eliza Lindley and Finn Rittershaus went 1-2 in the 50 backstroke With stiff competition, the 15-18 boys relay managed to win both relays bringing in huge points For Jack’s last meet with RCC, he finished first in the 50 free and 2nd in the 50 backstroke and 50 breaststroke.
Abby Pilkenton, Katey Lewicki & Stephen Conrad RCC Swim Coaches
Coach Abby and Coach Stephen
Pieing the Coaches after our win against North Ridge
Team huddle before our first meet of the season
Stingrays swimming at NC State pool!
Members,
The 2024 golf season is off to a great start at Raleigh Country Club The spring is always a favorite of the staff and membership, as we hosted the Donald Ross Classic Men’s MemberMember and Ladies’ Spring Classic Member-Member. These member-member events are always a great way to celebrate the club and our members Thank you to all who participated, and we look forward to the remaining member events at the club this year
The second edition of the UNC Health Championship at Raleigh Country Club proved to be the toughest test of golf for the Korn Ferry Tour players this year Our champion this year was Kaito Onishi, with a winning score of 8 under par, the highest score to par on the Korn Ferry Tour so far this season. The support of the Raleigh CC membership was a big part of the event's success and was well received by the tour players, PGA tournament officials, the UNC Health team, and the staff of Raleigh Country Club
This summer, we will complete the cart path project in July and August The project will start on Monday, July 8th, and is anticipated to take 6-8 weeks to complete During the project, we will have 9 holes open, and the practice facilities will remain open. Tee times will be available in 2-hour blocks with turn times between the blocks, so players will be able to play 18 holes (the same nine twice)
We look forward to continuing our momentum into the summer and fall of this year If I can assist you in any way, please don’t hesitate to let me know; my door is always open!
Adam McLaughlin, PGA Director of Golf
Adam McLaughlin, PGA Director of Golf
2024 DONALD ROSS CLASSIC MEMBER-MEMBER
FLIGHT WINNERS
Justify Flight: Mark Gauley & Brian Gauley
American Pharoah Flight: Lenwood Ryan & Tyler Todd
Affirmed Flight: Brian Clemency & Matt Mitcho
Seattle Slew Flight: Bryan Kiser & Linwood Johnson
Secretariat Flight: Mike Wells & Troy Hildreth
Citation Flight: Toler Shore & Johnny Pace
Assault Flight: Matt McConnell & Grey Berry
Count Fleet Flight: Don White & Buddy Lawrence
Whirlaway Flight: Todd Krzyzaniak & Jeff Eaton
War Admiral Flight: Bob Wayland & Willard Kennedy
The Donald Ross Classic Member-Member was once again a wonderful celebration of Raleigh Country Club and our members. Billy Cole and his staff provided a golf course in excellent condition that provided a stern test for the competitors in this year's event
Congratulations to our 2024 Overall Champions, Todd Krzyzaniak and Jeff Eaton, along with all of our flight winners!
TEE IT UP
4thofJulyTournament
Date: Tuesday,July4
Time:8:00Breakfast/9:00ShotgunStart
Eligibility:RCCMembers&Guests,teamsmusthaveatleastonemember
EntryFee:$40perplayer(includes breakfast&prizes-$10ofeachentry willgotoadonationfortheFoldsofHonorFoundation)*Cart&Guest FeesNotIncluded
Format:Four-personteamswillcountonebestballgrossplusonebest ballnet(90%ofhandicap);mustbetwodifferentballs MaleContestants willplayfromacombinationofthe6-Red(Burgundy),6-White,and6-Blue TeeMarkers FemalecontestantswillplayfromtheBlackTeeMarkers
SummerCouplesGolfTournament
Date/Time: Friday,July19th5:00pmShotgunStart
Eligibility: MembersandSpouses
EntryFee: $100/couple(includesdinnerandprizes) *CartFeesNotIncluded
Format: Captain’sChoice
ProfessionalGolfCamp(Ages10&Up)
The Professional Golf Camp is for juniors who have advanced through RaleighCountryClub’sjuniorgolfcampsinpreviousyearsandcanplay nineholes Atthislevel,wewillprovideadvancedinstructiontojuniors usingvideoanalysis Areasofinstructionwillincludeputting,chipping, pitching,bunker,fullswing,rules,andetiquette
Date: Tuesday,July16-Thursday,July18
HalfDay9:00am–12:00pm Fee:$175half
FullDay9:00am–3:00pm Fee:$300
LaborDayTournament
Date: Monday,September2
Time:8:00Breakfast/9:00ShotgunStart
Eligibility:RCCMembers&Guests,teamsmusthaveatleastonemember
EntryFee:$40perplayer(includes breakfast&prizes)*Cart&GuestFees NotIncluded
Format:Four-personteamswillhaveapointquotaandusetheStableford scoring system Players will compete from the Blue Tee Markers Participantsage63andolderhavetheoptionofplayingtheWhiteTee Markers FemaleContestantswillcompetefromtheBlackTeeMarkers
Operation36GolfAcademy
Operation 36 is the most effective program to teach our beginning golfers and established junior players who enjoy competition and personal game growth It is a clear blueprint for going from complete novice to par golfer The lessons are based on playing on the course immediately and moving up in divisions. Lastly, the technology they provide in the Operation 36 app is cutting-edge. Each semester is an 8-week program with weekly classes for an hour and four 9-hole playing events To sign up for the fall semester,visittheRCCcalendarorcallthegolfshop
Date:EveryWednesdayfromSeptember4th-October30th **NoClassonWednesday,October9th
Time:4:30-5:30PM Fee:$400persemester
UPCOMING EVENTS AT RALEIGH COUNRY CLUB
July 4: Fourth of July Golf Tournament
July 16-18: Professional Golf Camp (Ages 10 & Up)
July 19: Summer Couples Golf Tournament
August 7-9: Green Aerification
ADVERTISE IN THE FALL/WINTER 2024 EDITION OF MCCONNELL GOLF, THE MAGAZINE
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2024 WYNDHAM
I AUGUST 7-11
The PGA TOUR returns to Sedgefield CC for the 2024 Wyndham Championship, marking the 85th edition of North Carolina’s oldest professional golf event We invite you to experience the excitement firsthand, with exclusive access for McConnell Golf members to four hospitality areas Enjoy the lively atmosphere at Slammin' Sammy's Pub, located in Sedgefield's clubhouse ballroom (entrance behind No 9 green), or take in the action from open-air skyboxes on holes 15, 17, and 18 Both member charge and credit cards are accepted in all McConnell Golf hospitality areas To reserve your tickets, please complete the online ticket request form at https://bit.ly/wyndhamtickets2024
2024 WINSTON-SALEM OPEN I AUGUST 19
Join other members throughout McConnell Golf at the Winston-Salem Open! Gates open at 1 PM with the last match ending late into the night. We will have a McConnell Golf tailgate from 11:30 AM to 1 PM in the parking lot outside of the tennis facility Complimentary food and drinks will be provided Please contact your club’s tennis professional by August 5th to secure your tickets to this year’s event
CHAMPIONSHIP
JULY COOKIES OF THE MONTH
Experience the essence of summer with this Peach Cobbler Cookie Picture golden rays kissing your skin as you savor the warmth of juicy
mingling with sweet, crumbly perfection Indulge in a seasonal delight that captures the lazy, hazy days of summertime in every delicious
at https://bit.ly/july-peachcobbler
AUGUST COOKIES OF THE MONTH
AUGUST: CRANBERRY-ORANGE SHORTBREAD CULINARY TEAM AT THE WATER’S EDGE CC
Buttery, melt-in-your-mouth shortbread is complemented with the tartness of cranberry and bright note of citrus Enjoy a recipe that’s easy to prepare and yields a crumbly cookie that can be enjoyed year-round
View the recipe at https://bit.ly/august-shortbread
