Sedgefield Country Club Newsletter by McConnell Golf

MARCH I APRIL 2020

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YOUR CLUB

2 SEDGEFIELD COUNTRY CLUB STAFF BEVERLY MARLER I Triad Regional Director bmarler@mcconnellgolf.com

MARCH-APRIL HOURS OF OPERATION: SEDGEFIELD EMBASSY GRILLE

RED FOX LOUNGE

BREAKFAST SERVICE Saturday-Sunday I 8:00am-2:00pm

Monday, Tuesday and Sunday I Closed Wednesday-Saturday I 5:00pm-10:00pm

LUNCH SERVICE Monday I Closed Tuesday-Sunday I 11:30am-2:00pm

GREENSIDE CAFÉ

DINNER SERVICE Monday-Tuesday I Closed Wednesday-Saturday I 6:00pm-9:00pm Sunday I Closed

Monday I Closed Tuesday-Sunday I 8:00am-5:00pm (weather permitting) Starting in April I 8:00am-6:00pm

CHAD FLOWERS I Triad Membership Director cflowers@mcconnellgolf.com ROCKY BROOKS I Director of Golf rocky@sedgefieldcc.com ERIC FERGUSON I Head Golf Professional eferguson@sedgefieldcc.com CHAD CROMER I Golf Course Superintendent ccromer@sedgefieldcc.com MAYA PANAYOTOVA I Director of Food and Beverage fbdirector@sedgefieldcc.com TRAVIS HUDDLESTON I Director of Sales and Catering banquets@sedgefieldcc.com

GOLF SHOP, GOLF COURSE AND PRACTICE FACILITY HOURS Professional Shop (Tuesday-Sunday) I 8:00am-6:00pm Golf Course (Tuesday-Sunday) I 9:00am Practice Facilities (Tuesday-Sunday) I 8:00am-6:00pm (weather permitting)

TENNIS PRO SHOP HOURS

MORGAN TUCKER I Associate Director of Catering mtucker@sedgefieldcc.com LAUREN RUDISILL I Director of Member Activities activities@sedgefieldcc.com JAMES PATTERSON I Corporate Executive Chef jpatterson@sedgefieldcc.com SHERRI TALLANT I Director of Fitness fitness@sedgefieldcc.com

Monday I Closed Tuesday-Thursday I 9:00am-5:00pm Friday and Saturday I 9:00am-1:00pm Sunday I Closed

PIERCE HOOVER I Director of Tennis phoover@sedgefieldcc.com WILL HARPER I Director of Maintenance maintenance@sedgefieldcc.com

FITNESS CENTER HOURS Monday-Sunday I 5:00am-10:00pm (Key Fob Access)

MARCH-APRIL HOURS OF OPERATION: THE CARDINAL BY PETE DYE

ANGELA AYERS I Admin. Assistant and Member Billing aayers@sedgefieldcc.com TOCCOA PATTERSON I Accounts Payable accountspayable@sedgefieldcc.com

CARDINAL GRILLE AND DOGWOOD LOUNGE

THE CARDINAL BY PETE DYE STAFF

Monday I Closed Tuesday-Thursday l 11:00am-5:00pm (food service ends at 3:00pm) Friday l 11:00am-8:00pm Saturday and Sunday l 11:00am-5:00pm (food service ends at 5:00pm)

CHRIS TERRY I Head Golf Professional cterry@cardinalgolf.com ADAM BREWER I Golf Course Superintendent abrewer@cardinalgolf.com

GOLF SHOP, GOLF COURSE AND PRACTICE FACILITY HOURS (beginning in April)

NEWSLETTER TABLE OF CONTENTS

Professional Shop (Tuesday-Sunday) I 7:00am-6:00pm Golf Course (Tuesday-Sunday) 8:00am Practice Facilities (Tuesday-Sunday) I 7:30am-7:30pm (weather permitting) ___________________________________________________________________

CONTACT INFORMATION Administration Sedgefield Dining Room Cardinal Dining Room Sedgefield Golf Shop

336.299.5324 336.299.5324 x208 336.668.2746 x2 336.299.4160

Sedgefield Country Club Address The Cardinal by Pete Dye Address

Cardinal Golf Shop 336.668.2749 Fitness Center 336.398.8164 Greenside Café 336.398.8165 Tennis Shop 336.547.0052

3201 Forsyth Drive, Greensboro, NC 5700 Cardinal Way, Greensboro, NC

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Your Club …………….………......……………………………..........2 Club Update ………………………………………………….............3 Membership …………..………………………………………..........4 SCC Buzz ……………………………………………………….............5 Clubhouse News ...……………………………...…………...........6 Baking, Books and Birthdays…..……...………….……..........7 March/April Events ..………………….........….………...........8 April/May Events ..……..……………....….……………............9 Kids and Family Events ..…………………………………....10-11 McConnell Golf ..………………………………….…………........12 Turf Talk …………..…………..………………………………..........13 Tee Times ………………………………………………………....14-15 Fitness …………………………………………………………….........16 Tennis ….……….…………………...……………………….….........17 March/April Calendars .….......…………....................18-19

CLUB UPDATE

A NOTE FROM YOUR TRIAD REGIONAL DIRECTOR A SENSE OF COMMUNITY When I think of community, many groups come to mind. My professional association, CMAA, focuses heavily on our community. Fundraisers each year fulfill scholarships for continuing education. When disasters such as hurricanes and other weather-related events wreak havoc on our clubs, we are always there for each other. Another example of community for me happened in January when managers from every McConnell Golf property gathered at Sedgefield for four days of meetings, education and camaraderie. There was an enormous sense of community amongst the group as we sought out ways to become better and grow as a company. Both of these groups mean the world to me, but the members of Sedgefield Country Club have demonstrated the most heartwarming sense of community that I have witnessed in quite some time. Over the last 90 days, our membership has helped raise over $80,000 to help people in our community. Angel Tree Helpers collected $40K at Christmas and bought gifts for 173 children on the Salvation Army Angel Tree. And on February 20, when many were concerned about the snow keeping people away, instead they showed up in droves to support the David Dyson Fundraiser where another $40K was raised. Both of these charges were led by Sedgefield members who are so very giving of their time and energy. I can’t think of a better display of COMMUNITY and I am grateful to be part of such a wonderful group of people. BEVERLY MARLER _______________________________________________________

ON THE COVER OF THIS EDITION SEDGEFIELD MEMBER TIM MANN’S DAUGHTER IN LAW, LAUREN MANN AND HIS GRANDSON TRIPP ENJOYING THE EASTER BUNNY!

JANUARY EMPLOYEE OF THE MONTH Join us in congratulating Gene Westbrook, Sedgefield Employee of the Month for January. Gene works in Golf Course Maintenance as the Head Mechanic and has been a valued member of the team for ten years. Gene’s even temperament and willingness to help others are two of many great attributes topped only by his love for family. He is a tremendous gentleman who always puts his family first. Congratulations Gene! We appreciate your dedication to Sedgefield Country Club and McConnell Golf.

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. Every day there is an opportunity to make a difference and we’re excited about what 2020 has to offer! “I slept and dreamt that life was joy. I awoke and saw that life was service. I acted and behold, service was joy.” -Rabindranath Tagore

MANAGERS FROM EVERY MCCONNELL GOLF PROPERTY GATHERED AT SEDGEFIELD JANUARY 27-30 FOR OUR ANNUAL MEETING AND SYMPOSIUM

MEMBERSHIP

A NOTE FROM YOUR MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR The first (and hopefully last!) snowfall of the year is quickly melting away as I write this message. While the cold, white stuff can be fun in small doses, I don’t care for it. Snow interrupts normal schedules and sends kids home from school early and more importantly it keeps us off of the golf course. So here’s to no more snow and milder temperatures that will hopefully arrive soon! Speaking of spring, I am excited to announce the return of our MEMBER FOR A DAY program – your opportunity to introduce a friend, neighbor or colleague that you feel would be a good fit as a member at Sedgefield to the club. There are a few “housekeeping” items to review as we roll this popular program out again for 2020.

RON AND CHARLOTTE CONNER

Any guests that you bring to the club for our MEMBER FOR A DAY program must be pre-registered with the membership office. When pre-registering your guest, the club will cover their guest fee and cart fee for golf for the day. For a guest to qualify, they must be a legitimate prospective member and you must provide their name and contact information to me at least 48 hours prior to their visit. This program is not only for golf – if you would like to bring a potential member with you for tennis or perhaps a workout in our fitness center, we would love to have them! Just let me know at least 48 hours in advance and we will be happy to register them and cover their guest fees. Any charges your guests make in the pro shops, dining rooms, etc., can either be member charged to your account or they may pay with their own credit card at the point of sale. While we generally have a start and end date to this program, with the unpredictable weather we can experience this time of year, we are going to leave it somewhat open-ended. While we much prefer to show off our wonderful facility in mid-to-late spring as the dormant grass begins to come back to life and the flowers around the club begin to bloom, that does not mean you have to wait to bring a prospective member with you. If we have great weather in mid-to-late March and you have a prospective member that would like to join you at the club, please let me know and we can make it happen! Further, we generally wind the program down by mid-tolate May, as summer break will finally be here! In order to protect our tee sheet and tee time availability for all members, we are unable to assist in booking tee times for you through the program. Please continue to book your times as usual, simply adding your guests to your reservation. Thank you in advance for your participation and cooperation with our efforts to continue to grow the membership at Sedgefield from within. As our club enjoys its 94th anniversary this year, it is more important than ever to continue to build a steady base of members to solidify the success of the club for decades to come! I look forward to seeing you and your guests around the club this spring! CHAD FLOWERS

JOE AND CATHERINE HOLLERBACH

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS RON AND CHARLOTTE CONNER - Ron and Charlotte live in the Lake Jeanette area in Greensboro. Ron is originally from Burlington, NC while Charlotte is a Greensboro native. The couple met in 2014 shortly after Ron returned home from his service in the Marine Corps while Charlotte was completing her undergraduate degree at Greensboro College. Together they have two dogs (Bear and Bella) and a kitten (Veronica Mars). Ron enjoys clay shooting, fishing, golf and hiking with his wife and dogs. Charlotte loves playing piano, kayaking and anything to do with the beach. She grew up playing tennis and is looking forward to picking up the game again and wants to learn to play golf too. They heard about Sedgefield while looking to join a country club in the area and after the tour knew this was the place for them. Please join us in welcoming them to the Sedgefield Family! JOE AND CATHERINE HOLLERBACH – The Hollerbachs recently relocated to Greensboro from the Ft. Worth, Texas area, however, they are no strangers to Sedgefield and McConnell Golf. Members of the Country Club of Asheville for the past 30 years, finding a new club when moving to Greensboro was an easy decision. The couple originally heard of Sedgefield during coverage of the Wyndham on television and were able to spend more time at the club when Joe played in the US Hickory Open hosted here in 2018. Joe is retired from electrical manufacturing; Catherine is a retired teacher. They met in college at the University of Tennessee. The Hollerbachs are looking forward to great camaraderie at the club along with wine dinners and plenty of golf. Please join us in welcoming them!

SCC BUZZ

Look who’s talking about Sedgefield Country Club! Please enjoy a few of our favorite social media mentions below – and keep sharing your experiences by tagging us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for a chance to be featured in the next newsletter.

TWITTER: @JTSPONCIA

INSTAGRAM: @JHSTANLE

Our favorite trip is @Sedgefield1926. @rocky_brooks and his team always roll out the red carpet. Great pic of my son on the iconic 9th. Look forward to the seeing everyone again in 2020! @McConnellGolf

Nice weather...I will take it.

INSTAGRAM: @LISAALBERTSON @ Suave & Sassy Dinner Club successful, delicious Chinese New Year celebration! #suave&sassy #chinesenewyear2020 #dinnerclub@sedgefield1926

FACEBOOK: @RICK PUCKETT Pastabilities tonight with friends at SCC. Great food, fellowship and lots of laughter - Stan Tuttle at Sedgefield Country

@Sedgefield1926

CLUBHOUSE NEWS

6 A NOTE FROM YOUR SALES AND CATERING DIRECTOR

A NOTE FROM YOUR FOOD AND BEVERAGE DIRECTOR What a great feeling it is to see the Dining Room crowded and not an empty seat left in the Red Fox Bar! A warm sense of gratification comes over our team when we see each and every one of you taking advantage of the club. Thank you for supporting us and all of Sedgefield’s events. It tells us we must be doing something right! We are definitely on an “Up”-ward swing around here. Since the momentum is rolling, we’re going to keep right on going as we have a bevy of great upcoming events to keep you coming back. So whether it’s a St. Patrick’s Day Run, a Lowcountry Boil Party or one of our wine events, we look forward to seeing you all around the clubhouse! And remember… When nothing goes right... go left! See you around the clubhouse, MAYA PANAYOTOVA

A common grievance that comes up in topics of conversation in the club, catering and food and beverage industry is staffing. Everyone seems to struggle with finding the right employees and keeping those employees engaged in the operation. While we have staff that has come and gone for various reasons, I am proud to say that at Sedgefield, we have a team of employees that have been with us 5, 10 even 12+ years! Everyone knows the saying “There’s no I in Team.” So what does that really mean? It means it takes a group of talented individuals working together to reach a common goal - or at least that’s how I like to interpret this phrase. What I am getting at is...we have an amazing food and beverage team here at Sedgefield Country Club. I wish I could take all the credit each time I receive a compliment on a successful bridal shower, dinner club, birthday party or wedding; but it’s truly our service staff, bartenders and culinary team that deserve the credit. When working in the club industry it is sometimes thought that you see your “work family” more than your own. While that might be the case from time to time, I am proud to say that over my 10 years at Sedgefield, we have built an outstanding team of individuals whom I consider my family. So with all that being said, and as we move into the busy spring season, I would just like to give a shout out to all of the hard working, dedicated and energetic staff we have working here at Sedgefield. Thank you! There is no I in team and it is truly a pleasure to be a part of team Sedgefield. The next time you consider hosting a private event, business meeting, family gathering, or golf outing, I hope you will consider Sedgefield Country Club. Our team of extraordinary staff will do everything in their power to ensure you and your guests have a memorable experience each and every time you visit the club. Thank you for your support of the club and hope you will let our Food and Beverage team take your next event from ordinary to extraordinary! Till then, I look forward to seeing you around the club!

FOOTBALL FANATICS HAVING SUPER BOWL FUN!

ENJOYING VALENTINE’S DAY AT THE CLUB!

TRAVIS HUDDLESTON

IT’S ALL ABOUT LOVE AT THE VALENTINE’S DAY EVENT!

BAKING, BOOKS, BIRTHDAYS

WINE, WOMEN AND WORDS BOOK CLUB Wednesday, March 25 I 4:30pm Start Wednesday, April 22 | 4:30pm Start

“IT’S YOUR BIRTHDAY” PASTABILITIES

Into books? Join this novel group. MARCH: The Banker’s Wife by Christina Alger APRIL: Educated: A Memoir by Tara Westover.

Birthday celebrations never tasted so good. Make your special day even more special and enjoy a complimentary Pastabilities at Sedgefield in your birth month. Reservations encouraged.

Thursday, March 5 I 6:00pm-9:00pm Thursday, April 2 I 6:00pm-9:00pm

MARCH COOKIE OF THE MONTH: HEATH BAR COOKIES

APRIL COOKIE OF THE MONTH: CARROT CAKE COOKIES

Ron Gordils, Executive Chef l Old North State Club

The Easter Bunny’s Pick

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!

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 Cup Packed Shredded Carrots

2 ½ Cups All-Purpose Flour 1 TSP Salt 1 TSP Baking Soda 1 Cup (2 sticks) Unsalted Butter 1 ½ Cups Chopped Heath Bar pieces (Eight 1.4 ounce bars)

¾ Cup Brown Sugar ¾ Cup Granulated Sugar 2 Eggs 1 TSP Vanilla ½ Cup Chopped Walnuts

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. In a large bowl, beat together the butter, brown and white sugars, and vanilla. Beat in the eggs one at a time. 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). 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. 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.

1 TSP Ground Cinnamon 1/4 TSP Ground Nutmeg 1/2 TSP kosher Salt 1/2 Cup Raisins 2 Cups Old-Fashioned Oats 1 TSP Baking Soda 3/4 Cup Unsweetened Shredded Coconut

CREAM CHEESE GLAZE 1 Cup Powdered Sugar 4 TSP Milk 1 OZ. Cream Cheese at room temperature 1/4 TSP Pure Vanilla Extract Preheat oven to 350°F and line baking sheet with parchment paper. 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. Add dry ingredients to butter mixture until well-combined. Stir in carrots, coconut, raisins and oats and mix until just combined. Scoop 1-inch rounds of dough onto baking sheet. Bake until golden, 15-18 minutes. Let cool. Make glaze: Beat together cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk and vanilla until combined. Drizzle glaze over each cookie and let harden before serving.

MARCH AND APRIL EVENTS

LOWCOUNTRY BOIL PARTY Saturday, March 21 I 6:30pm - 10:00pm Adults: $35++ per person includes dinner and entertainment Whether you call it Frogmore Stew or a Lowcountry Boil, this blend of Old Bay steamed shrimp, sweet corn, red potatoes and hot smoked sausage is the perfect choice for a relaxed meal for any coastal occasion. Join us picnic style as we spill the pot of this mouthwatering favorites across the weekly gazette and enjoy an evening of southern coastal comfort foods. No lowcountry boil is complete without a bit of live music and craft beer specials, so join us for one of the great communal eating experiences of an American summer.

ST. PATRICK’S DAY 5K RUN/WALK Saturday, March 14 I 8:00am Start Adult: $12.99++ per person Children 5-12: $5.99++ per child Children under 5: Complimentary Looking for a fun activity, green beer and a good time? Then this St. Patrick’s Day 5K Run/Walk is your pot o’ gold. No matter what your preferred distance, the luck of the Irish will follow you to the finish! MENU: Healthy Start Granola and Yogurt Bar I Link Sausages All You Can Eat Pancakes with Toppings I Applewood Bacon Scrambled Eggs I Seasoned Hash Brown Potatoes

MENU Seasonal Sedgefield Salad Bar I Chicken and Okra Gumbo Sausage and Shrimp Boil with Corn on the Cob I Braised Beef with Mushroom Gravy I Red Bliss Potatoes with Dill I Red Beans and Rice I Broccoli Cheddar Cornbread and Yeast Rolls Assorted Cobblers, Pies and Cookies

MASTER’S WEEK AT SEDGEFIELD COUNTRY CLUB Tuesday, April 7 - Sunday, April 12 Can’t make it to the Master’s Tournament? Stop by the Greenside Café for a selection of Master’s Favorites. Featuring Egg Salad, Pimento Cheese, Bar-B-Que Sandwiches and more! Available All Week!

HOT OF THE PASS COOKING CLASS WITH CHEF JP “LUCK OF THE IRISH” Tuesday, March 17 I 6:30pm Start Cost: $35++ per person I Limited to the first 10 people Join us on St. Patrick’s Day to taste and find out how the classic, savory Irish dishes are created! There also may be some chatter about how to find the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow! FIRST COURSE: Dubliner and Guinness Dip with Rye Chips SECOND COURSE: Sausage Coddle THIRD COURSE: Nana’s Irish Potatoes

GRAPE NUTS “WINE MADNESS” Thursday, March 19 I 6:30pm Start Wine Society: $36++ per person Non Wine Society: $42++ per person The March Madness is a phenomenon that grips the national sports psyche throughout the month of March! It’s only fair we honor this occurrence and create our very own Wine Bracket Challenge. Join us for some wine madness, delicious tapas and a great time! We take every step possible to avoid charging for canceled reservations, however, a phone call only takes a moment. Kindly plan appropriately and honor our commitment to each other. We apply a 48 hour cancellation policy on all Grape Nuts events.

BUNNY BREAKFAST “HIPPITY, HOPPITY, HOORAY” Saturday, April 11 I 8:30am-10:00am l Egg Dash at 10:30am Adults: $19.95++per person Children 13-17: $10++ per person Children 12 and under: Complimentary Hippity, Hoppity, Hooray! The Easter Bunny is on his way! Join us for Sedgefield’s Easter Festivities featuring a delicious breakfast, egg dash on the front lawn and some bunny specials. MENU: Scrambled Eggs I Pancakes with Warm Maple Syrup I Southern Slow Cooked Grits I Applewood Bacon and Neese’s Sausage Shaved Ham, Egg and Cheese Croissants I Hash Browned Potatoes with Bell Peppers and Onions I Buttermilk Biscuits and Assorted Jellies I Fresh Fruit Display I Assorted Breakfast Sweets Yogurt, Granola and Assorted Cereals

APRIL AND MAY EVENTS HOT OF THE PASS COOKING CLASS WITH CHEF JP “BAKED” Tuesday, April 14 I 6:30pm Start Cost: $35++ per person I Limited to the first 10 people It’s not The Great British Baking Show...but you are definitely in for a treat! Chef will teach you how to bake the savory and sweet getting you ready to win over your guests at your next dinner party. FIRST COURSE: Baked Goat Cheese with Pomodoro Sauce SECOND COURSE: Baked Chicken Parmesan THIRD COURSE: Blue Ribbon Butter Cake

GRAPE NUTS “LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION...PASO ROBLES” Thursday, April 16 l 6:30pm Start Wine Society: $36++ per person Non Wine Society: $42++ per person You don’t have to work in real estate to know that some spots have an undeniable edge over others—and this couldn’t be truer when it comes to wine. This month is all about Paso Robles and its diversity of topography, soils and styles of winemaking. Just be careful: this tasking has been known to cause field trips! We take every step possible to avoid charging for canceled reservations, however, a phone call only takes a moment. Kindly plan appropriately and honor our commitment to each other. We apply a 48 hour cancellation policy on all Grape Nuts events.

EASTER BRUNCH Sunday, April 12 I 10:30am - 2:00pm Adults: $36.00++ per person Children 6-12: $14.00++ per child Children 5 and under: $7.00++ per child Celebrate Easter with a bountiful spread featuring all holiday favorites and must haves. Whether you are getting the family together or celebrating with friends, we welcome you to join us for another extraordinary holiday. MENU: Carving Stations with Honey Orange Glazed Ham and Herb Crusted Leg of Lamb with Raspberry Mint Jam Pastries and Fruit Display with Croissants, Muffins, Danishes, Donuts and Fresh Sliced Fruit Made to Order Omelet Station with Mushrooms, Onion, Spinach, Red Peppers, Tomatoes, Bacon, Ham and Cheese Waffle Station featuring Berries, Maple Syrup, Chocolate Syrup, Whipped Butter and Whipped Cream Savory Station to include Seasoned Hash Browns, Crispy Smoked Bacon, Buttermilk Biscuits and Sausage Gravy, Creamed Yukon Gold Potatoes, Roasted Spring Vegetables, Short Ribs in Madeira Wine Sauce, Chicken Parmesan with Garlic and Basil Tomato Sauce Salad Station to include Sedgefield Spring Salad with Sweet Peas, Watermelon Radishes, Heirloom Tomatoes, Strawberries, Feta Cheese, Chopped Wedge Salad with Iceberg Lettuce, Diced Tomatoes, Diced Bacon, Cucumber, Crumbled Bleu Cheese Gourmet Selection of Fine Cheeses and Crackers and Chef’s Assorted Dessert Display

THE LACKEY FAMILY ENJOYING OUR 2019 MOTHER’S DAY CELEBRATION

MOTHER’S DAY CELEBRATION Sunday, May 10 I 10:30am - 2:00pm Adults: $36.00++ per person Children 6-12: $14.00++ per person Children 5 and under: $7.00++ per person Make plans to celebrate your Mom and all the special women in your life with this extravagant brunch menu. MENU: Made to Order Egg and Omelet Station I Crispy Applewood Smoked Bacon and Savory Sage Sausage I Belgian Waffles with Whipped Cream and Fruit Toppings I Seasonal Fruit Display Imported and Domestic Cheeses with House-made Crackers Chilled Marinated Cucumber and Tomato Salad I Sundried Tomato and Feta Orzo Salad with Spinach I Mixed Grains, Arugula, Grapefruit Segments, Walnuts, Balsamic Vinaigrette I Tossed Garden Salad with Assorted Dressings l Chilled Shellfish Display Steamed Broccoli with Cheddar Cheese Sauce I Southern Style Green Beans with Julienned Red Onions l Herb Roasted Red Bliss Potatoes I Wild Rice Pilaf I Panko Crusted Chicken Breast with Lemon Cream Sauce I Lightly Blackened Salmon with Caribbean Salsa I Chef’s Carving Station of Slow Roasted Prime Rib and Sweet Tea Pork Loin I Chicken Fingers and Smiley Fries for the Children Assorted Cakes, Pies and Cookies

KIDS AND FAMILY

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A NOTE FROM YOUR ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR It is finally getting warmer and the sun is starting to shine a little longer. I don’t know about you but I am ready to get outside and play! We have a lot of activities going on this spring for all age groups. Ladies, join us for Game Night in the Ladies Lounge on the second Thursday of the month for games, wine and lots of laughter. Teen Thursday starts up again in March with Pasta and Paint Night along with a Scavenger Hunt in April! For our fathers we have our first annual Ties and Tiaras dance, so get dressed up in your formal attire and dance the night away with us. I look forward to a spring blossoming with new activities and lots of fun! LAUREN RUDISILL _______________________________________________________

JUST A LITTLE-STITIOUS Friday, March 13 I 6:00pm-9:00pm Cost: $10++ per child ($5.00 each subsequent child) Includes Dinner l Standard Kids Club rules apply Are you superstitious or just a little-stitious? Join us as we open umbrellas indoors, make black cats and maybe even break a mirror. Don’t worry; we will have some Lucky Charms around too.

LIONS, TIGERS AND BEARS, OH MY! Friday, March 27 I 6:00pm-9:00pm Cost: $10++ per child ($5.00 each subsequent child) Includes Dinner l Standard Kids Club rules apply Don’t worry we will not be going into the woods but we will be playing zoo games! Bring your safari hat and get ready for an adventure!

JUST A NORMAL KIDS CLUB Friday, April 3 I 6:00pm-9:00pm Cost: $10++ per child ($5.00 each subsequent child) Includes Dinner l Standard Kids Club rules apply It isn’t April Fools anymore so I guess we will not play any April Fools pranks. Not even one. Well maybe one...two wouldn’t hurt...I guess you will have to join us and see what happens!

TEEN PASTA AND PAINT Thursday, March 19 I 6:00pm-8:00pm Cost: $25++ per teen ($15.00 each subsequent child) Ages 10 and up Have some pasta then learn how to paint! Absolutely no artistic talent needed, Accalia will teach you step by step how to create a masterpiece.

WHAT A NICE KNIGHT Friday, April 17 I 6:00pm-9:00pm Cost: $10++ per child ($5.00 each subsequent child) Includes Dinner l Standard Kids Club rules apply Hear ye! Hear ye! Calling all princes, princesses and knights to the royal Sedgefield palace for a night of food and games.

THE SEDGEFIELD FARM PIZZA WITH PIERCE Saturday, March 21 I 6:00pm-9:00pm Cost: $10++ per child ($5.00 each subsequent child) Includes Dinner l Standard Kids Club rules apply It is finally getting warm enough to get back on the tennis courts! Join us as we learn the fundamentals of tennis and play games! Don’t forget to bring an empty stomach because we will have lots of pizza!

Friday, April 24 I 6:00pm-9:00pm Cost: $10++ per child ($5.00 each subsequent child) Includes Dinner l Standard Kids Club rules apply Think you have what it takes to work on a farm? Can you keep sheep in their pen, milk a cow and make butter? Come and find out! Bonus points if you wear a plaid shirt!

KIDS AND FAMILY

TIES AND TIARAS FATHER-DAUGHTER DANCE Saturday, April 25 I 6:00pm-8:00pm Cost: $15++ per person Dust off your dancing shoes and join us for a special evening to include sweet and treats, Princess punch, fun and lots of dancing! This is a great excuse to put on a pretty dress and tiara and act like a princess for the night!

TEEN ACTIONBOUND SCAVENGER HUNT Thursday, April 30 I 5:30pm-8:00pm Cost: $15++ per teen Ages 10 and up

SEDGEFIELD SUMMER CAMPS

Download the Actionbound App, grab a partner and let’s have some fun! We will test your knowledge of Sedgefield while (hopefully) enjoying the nice weather outside. Pasta Night Buffet

Summer is just around the corner and we are offering an array of camp options this year ranging from one-day to a full week. Mark your calendars and watch for registration information coming soon.

SUPERHERO CAMP Monday, June 15 - Friday, June 19 I 9:00am-3:00pm Daily Sedgefield is seeing a rise in villains and we need a hero like you to protect our club! Anyone can be a superhero if they want to be. Join us in saving Sedgefield! We will make capes, find our super power and then learn how to be superheroes. We will help others, work with firefighters and police officers, ride a trusty steed and go through superhero training. to follow.

AROUND THE WORLD IN 4 DAYS

LADIES GAME NIGHTS

Tuesday, July 14 - Friday, July 17 I 9:00am-3:00pm Daily

Thursday, March 12 Thursday, April 9 6:30pm Dinner l 7:00pm-9:00pm Games l Ladies Lounge

We are taking the fast track around the world without leaving Greensboro! Join us as we learn about games, foods, languages and fun activities from other countries around the world.

Join us for food, friends, wine and games! We will play assorted games such as Rummikub and Skipbo so bring your favorite card game to share!

WET N’ WILD ONE-DAY CAMP

Cash Bingo on April 9. Please bring $10 to put in the pot.

Saturday, July 25 I 9:00am-3:00pm Join us for this one-day camp that is perfect for those who are not quite ready for a full week or for those who just want to play in the water. The day will be filled with water balloons, water games and swimming!

SWIM TEAM REGISTRATION DATES Thursday, April 16 I 6:00pm - 8:00pm Join us in the Ladies Lounge for Swim Team registration and to play games with your future Sedgefield Fins teammates! Pastabilities buffet will be available (member sign). Parents feel free to register your child and then head down to socialize with other Fins parents in the Red Fox or enjoy dinner in the Embassy Grille. Sunday, April 19 I 12:00pm - 2:00pm Join us in the Formal Dining Room for a complimentary Ice Cream Social and Swim Team registration.

MCCONNELL GOLF

HOLSTON HILLS COUNTRY CLUB SELECTED AS FUTURE 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/.

MCCONNELL GOLF, THE 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 SIGNATURE BLEND We are excited to announce the release of our newest McConnell Golf blend this spring!

2020 REX HOSPITAL OPEN 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 course record 21under 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. 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.

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, contact Richard Cardoza at richard@juslynvineyards.com or 707-265-1804.

TURF TALK

A NOTE FROM YOUR SEDGEFIELD GOLF COURSE SUPERINTENDENT

A NOTE FROM YOUR CARDINAL SUPERINTENDENT

Warmer weather is just around the corner and with that brings new life to plants and animals. We are already experiencing some plants blooming just with the warmer than normal temps we experienced January and February. For the month of January we averaged close to 15 degrees warmer than normal and as I write this half way through February we are over 10 degrees warmer than our average for this month. Hopefully this trend will continue and any winter damage we may possibly have will be very minimal. As the days continue to get longer, the sun angle gets higher and the temperatures continue to warm, things will begin to wake up from the winter nap otherwise called dormancy and begin to green up.

I am looking forward to another great golfing season here at The Cardinal by Pete Dye! The winter has been relatively kind with the cold but definitely showed its teeth with rain. It seemed as if we were in a pattern of dry weather for two to three days followed by rain that kept us on the cart path more than usual. The course was built on property that is located in a flood plain and we receive runoff from miles around us, most notably the airport. Not only does this keep us extremely wet for long periods of time but also takes longer to dry out. Your agronomy staff has worked tirelessly to repair the course after these rain events and take great pride in giving the membership the best course possible on any given day.

What can you expect during this transition period from winter dormancy to the spring greening up process? With the rough, we will be scalping off all the old leaf blades from last season to open up the canopy and allow the warmer air temperatures to reach the soil. This will create a lot of old grass clipping debris that we will be blowing into piles and picking up as we go. We will start this process just before the rough starts to green up. Next will be the fairway and tees. We will begin the process of scalping these areas down once we feel there is enough new growth to support this process. It will consist of mowing well below normal in multiple directions to reset the turf canopy and remove all old growth and start the season fresh. Last but most importantly is the greens. This process is more gradual and requires patience. Once we feel the cold weather is behind us and the turf really starts actively growing, we will begin mowing the greens at a safe height of cut. We will be watching how the plants respond and lowering the height gradually to eventually achieve a tight surface that provides a good ball roll. The key word in this process is PATIENCE. There will be a time in this process that the greens are not at our normal standards. This is to be expected. We can’t push the gas pedal full throttle just yet like we can during the warmer months of May through August. We will be doing all we can and what we feel comfortable doing during this transition period to provide the best possible surfaces at that time. This will include the introduction of light topdressings, verti-grooming, and often times double mowing.

Moving into the spring months is something we look forward to all winter. It is the time of year when we start gearing up for the upcoming growing season and get all the pieces in place for a great summer. We have had a busy few weeks on the course in late February through early March. If weather will allow we will be out on the course applying our spring pre-emergent herbicide for summer weeds. We will also be applying our spring fertilization to give the turf the fuel to break dormancy and green up when the temperatures start to rise. Getting both of these processes done is crucial for the success and the condition of the course throughout the summer months. Along with all of this, we will be watching areas on the course as they green up. The milder temperatures this winter will help with minimizing winter kill issues around the property but other areas that hold excess moisture can be in danger of “not waking up.” The relentless rains we have experienced can put this in play but I am hopeful that we will have another strong green-up this year and hit the ground running into the summer.

This past fall and winter has been very wet and allowed us to spot several more drainage issues that we have addressed and will improve playability in the future. Hopefully the groundhog Punxsutawney Phil was correct and we are on our way to an early spring and some great golfing weather! See you around the course. CHAD CROMER

We recently completed the first aerification of the greens for the season. This process is vital for the health and playability of our surfaces. It relieves compaction and built up organic material while providing new channels for the Bentgrass roots to grow. Granting more oxygen and water to the roots will allow the plant to become stronger, which makes it possible for us to achieve excellent putting conditions and survive the hot temperatures during summer. We fertilized the greens prior to aerification to stimulate growth and expedite the healing process. The following week we will do the same thing to get the greens back in shape as soon as possible. The next aerification is scheduled for June 1 – June 5 and will include greens, tees, and fairways. Thank you for your continued support of this great property. The staff and I are lucky to be able to work at such a special place day in and day out and for some of the best members in all of golf. The Cardinal by Pete Dye has a bright future and I am excited to be a small part of it. See you on the course! ADAM BREWER

TEE TIMES A NOTE FROM YOUR DIRECTOR OF GOLF IS IT TOO LATE? During a recent trip to Titleist Performance Institute in Oceanside, CA, I was told by their scientists that my swing speed had dropped to that of an average LPGA Tour Player! They also informed me that LPGA superstar Lexi Thompson would average hitting it 20-30 yards by me. It usually takes quite a bit to embarrass me, but that did. It also inspired me. I quickly thought, being 55 years old, fat and lazy, is no way to head towards retirement. My challenge, like many of you, is I don’t know where to start or how to workout. So now what? The first step is to make a commitment. My mentor told me once…”Make a commitment to get better or just keep putting band-aids on your swing and your body. It’s up to you, but I can tell you band-aids don’t last and you won’t get as much out of the game as you can.” Hearing his words as I write this, I have decided I refuse to go into old age without a fight. Let’s set some goals in regards to your health and improving your golf game. The second step is where our Fitness Staff, Sherri Tallant and Will Beasley, come in. We all need to have Sherri assess our strengths and weaknesses through the Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) assessment protocols. With this information, Sherri or Will can layout a program that deals with muscle strengthening as well as flexibility. This “New Plan” will provide us with a much better understanding of our body and more importantly, it will provide us with a roadmap to become healthier and improve our swing speed. The final step is work on your swing mechanics. We are fortunate to have some very knowledgeable golf professionals on our staff that fully understand what it takes to improve. The focus needs to be on establishing good fundamentals from the start. A good setup is vital. Secondly, determine what is not moving fast enough or moving in the wrong direction that causes a loss in distance. One lesson isn’t the answer. The initial lesson will focus on the biggest issue in your swing or setup. The remaining lessons will get you to where you want to be. Eric, Josh, Craig, Chris, Logan and I are willing to help. In closing, I have a deal for you!! I have to lose 30 pounds and keep it off through the Wyndham Championship. Anybody that can accomplish this same task gets two free golf lessons a month for 6 months. That’s an $840 value!!! To enter the contest, you need to contact Sherri Tallant at fitness@sedgefieldcc.com to setup your TPI assessment and weigh-in (everything will be kept between you and Sherri). Weigh-in must be done by April 1. In closing, IT’S NOT TOO LATE!!!! I’m going to get better in 2020… how about you? ROCKY BROOKS

2020 MEN’S SEASON OPENER AND PARTY AT SEDGEFIELD Saturday, March 21 I 10:00am Shotgun Entry Fee: $85 per player includes tournament prizes, our Traditional Chili and Clam Chowder at the turn, PLUS a Saturday Night Party with LIVE ENTERTAINMENT. Format: Two Person Best Ball Chili and Clam Chowder at the turn or after play Saturday Night Party - Lowcountry Boil and Live Band (member sign bar) Prizes will be awarded in both Gross and Net Prize divisions Note: When entering the tournament, please inform the staff which tee you intend to play from (Blue or White). Deadline to sign up is Thursday, March 19 at 5:00pm.

2020 SEDGEFIELD MEN’S MASTERS PRO MEMBER-MEMBER Saturday, April 11 I 9:30am Shotgun Entry Fee: $80 per person Includes breakfast, tournament trophies and player gifts. Format: 3 different formats including...2 person team Best Ball Gross, 2 person team Best Ball Net and 2 person team Best Ball Net plus a Masters participant’s third round score. Note: When entering the tournament, please inform the staff which tees you intend to play (Blue or White). Deadline to signup is Thursday, April 9th at 5:00pm. 2020 MEN’S PRIZE FUND WEEKENDS Prize Fund Weekends are some of the most popular events we host throughout the year. Prize Fund Weekends consist of eight different individual formats played on pre-determined weekends April through October. The field is separated into two divisions: Regular Men's Division (white tees with gross and net divisions) and Senior Men's Division (blue tees with a net division). Participating members are billed $70 in March and must notify the golf shop staff on the day of play to participate. Winners are announced on the following Tuesday. If you have any questions or would like to enter, please call the Sedgefield Golf Shop or email Head Professional, Eric Ferguson, at eferguson@sedgefieldcc.com.

2020 PRIZE FUND WEEKENDS DATES April 25-26, May 30-31, July 18-19, August 22-23 September 12-13 and October 10-11

2020 FRIDAY NIGHT COUPLES GOLF DATES April 24, May 1, May 22, June 5, June 19, July 10, August 21 and September 11

UPCOMING FITTING DAYS Wednesday, March 18 Thursday, March 19 Thursday, March 26

TaylorMade 2:00pm-6:00pm XXIO 2:00pm-6:00pm Mizuno 2:00pm-6:00pm

Watch your emails for more fitting days coming soon!!

TEE TIMES 2020 SEASON OPENING BREAKFASTS Wednesday, March 4 l 8:30am l Senior Men’s Golf Association Thursday, March 5 l 9:00am l Women’s Golf Association

2020 SEDGEFIELD MAJOR TOURNAMENT DATES Saturday, March 21 l Men’s Season Opener Saturday, April 11 l Men’s Masters Pro Member-Member Saturday, May 2-Sunday, May 3 l Men’s Spring Member-Member Monday, May 25 l Memorial Day Tournament Thurs, June 25-Sat, June 27 l Sedgefield Cup (Men’s Member Guest) Saturday, July 4 l Independence Day Tournament Saturday, August 29-Sunday, August 30 l Men’s Member-Member Monday, September 7 l Labor Day Tournament Saturday, Sept 19-Sunday, Sept 20 l Club Championship Weekend Sat, Oct 24-Sun, Oct 25 l Senior Club Championship Weekend ______________________________________________________

A NOTE FROM YOUR HEAD PROFESSIONAL AT THE CARDINAL By now, I’m sure you all are ready for warmer weather and the golf season to begin. I can tell you this is definitely the case for myself and the staff at The Cardinal. We have been working hard to get ready for the upcoming season. With that being said, I wanted to let you know of a couple new features that will be coming from the golf operations at The Cardinal in 2020. Most of you are aware of our tournament software, GolfGenius. This is the software that allows us to utilize live scoring during golf tournaments. We plan to use this much more this year as new features have come to the software. One of these will be the use of a Member Portal. These portals will allow you, the member, to sign up for events, view the rules sheet, pairings and starting holes, along with the leaderboard for the event. Portals will become a one -stop shop for everything tournament related. Another new feature through Golf Genius will be the use of text messages. We will use this feature to make you aware of your starting time and pairing for events such as the Club Championship. These two functions will be valuable tools for us to help notify you of tournament information. I hope over the past month or two you have had the chance to download the McConnell Golf app from your respective mobile app stores. The app is a great addition to the PC version of the website. Making starting times and viewing the membership directory are much easier to navigate and use. You can also view the club’s calendar to stay aware of upcoming events at the club. One tool within the app that the staff will utilize will be Push Notifications. These will be the same as the notifications you get from your favorite sports website or for breaking news from our local news channels. We will use the Push Notification to make you aware of happenings around The Cardinal, such as upcoming tournaments, men’s league reminders, and special sales in the Golf Shop. If you haven’t downloaded the app yet, please do so. There is lots of good information that will definitely make life easier when you’re curious about what’s going on around the club. CHRIS TERRY

CARDINAL OPERATION 36 SPRING SEMESTER March 5 - May 28 Every Tuesday and Thursday I 4:00pm - 5:00pm Matches will usually last until 5:30pm The semester will consist of 24 total practices/matches over three months. We will bill monthly $100 per member and $150 per guest. Please call or text 919-770-8374 or email loganpeck23@gmail.com if you have any questions.

CARDINAL OPENING DAY Saturday, April 4 I 10:00am Shotgun $40 per player (includes Prizes and Appetizers) 4 Person Texas Scramble Open to all Cardinal and Sedgefield Members For more info please call the golf shop at 336-668-2749 or you can sign up on the McConnell Golf App.

CARDINAL PAR 3 TOURNAMENT Wednesday, April 8 I 5:30pm Shotgun $30 per player (includes cart fee, prizes and Masters Themed Appetizers) 2-Person Best Ball Open To All Cardinal and Sedgefield Members For more info please call the golf shop at 336-668-2749 or you can sign up on the McConnell Golf App.

CARDINAL MEMBER-MEMBER Saturday, April 18-Sunday, April 19 I 10:00am Shotgun $230 per team (includes Carts, Prizes, Beer and Soda after each round and Lunch on Sunday) 36-Hole Best-Ball Format Men’s and Ladies Divisions For more info please call the golf shop at 336-668-2749

2020 CARDINAL UPCOMING EVENTS Monday, March 2-Wednesday, March 4 l GREENS AERIFICATION Thursday, March 19 l TAYLORMADE FITTING DAY Thursday, March 26 l CLEVELAND SRIXON/VVIO FITTING DAY Tuesday, April 7 l LADIES OPENING DAY Saturday, April 11 l MASTER PRO-AM Wednesday, April 15 l MEN’S LEAGUE OPENING NIGHT Friday, May 8 l FIRST FRIDAY COUPLES GOLF

FITNESS

A NOTE FROM YOUR DIRECTOR OF FITNESS THE IMPORTANCE OF PROPER WORKOUT SHOES Whether your workout involves running, walking, sports or gym equipment, a decent sport shoe is a must. Injury caused by inappropriate shoes can needlessly derail your fitness or weight loss efforts. Investing in quality shoes can help 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 exercise. 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 from 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 workout. BENEFITS OF A PROPER SHOE Choosing a proper shoe can help to 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 or exercise specific shoes can improve your performance, enabling, for example, quick 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 show damage sooner.

STAYING A STEP AHEAD OF GOLF AND TENNIS INJURIES As golf and tennis season approach it is time to start thinking about how you can keep your body healthy and injury free this season. Preventing these injuries starts with becoming physically active if you are not already. Becoming physically active can be as easy as taking a daily 15-20 minute walk or run accompanied with stretching for 5-10 minutes after. Not only will walking and running help strengthen your lower body, but it will also increase your flexibility. If you’re already walking or running try incorporating a bodyweight workout session 2-3 times a week. A well rounded bodyweight session will help strengthen your upper body, lower body, and core. It will also lead to better balance and improved swing mechanics. If you follow a consistent workout routine, you will help prevent the nagging lower back, elbow and shoulder injuries from occurring. You are also likely to see a boost in your performance on the course/courts. If you do not know how or where to start, we are always happy to help get you moving in the Fitness Center here at Sedgefield. Get ahead and start today. Your body and game will greatly appreciate it. WILL BEASLEY

SHERRI TALLANT

ST. PATRICKS’ DAY 5K/BREAKFAST Saturday, March 14 I 8:00am Start Adult: $12.99++ per person Children 5-12: $5.99++ per child Children under 5: Complimentary Looking for a fun activity, green beer and a good time? Then this St. Patrick’s Day 5K Run/Walk is your pot o’ gold. No matter what your preferred distance, the luck of the Irish will follow you to the finish! Green/Shamrock Dress is encouraged. MENU: Healthy Start Granola and Yogurt Bar I Link Sausages All You Can Eat Pancakes with Toppings I Applewood Bacon Scrambled Eggs I Seasoned Hash Brown Potatoes

TENNIS

A NOTE FROM YOUR DIRECTOR OF TENNIS The tennis season is about to officially start and we could not be more excited. We have a lot more planned on our tennis calendar for 2020 than we’ve ever had before. We will be hosting Sedgefield’s first ever Junior USTA sanctioned Tennis Tournament in April. There will be a lot more pickleball events planned, Gate City ladies will be back in full stride and all the other fun activities we have had in the past will be back as well. Please come out for the exercise and a healthy way of living while having fun playing tennis and pickleball. We have had unusually warm weather which has helped keep the clay courts in decent shape this winter. The courts will look even better when they get resurfaced again in mid-March. You can help us out after this is completed by coming out and playing on them. This helps pack them down quicker and allows them to settle more firmly. TENNIS RESTRINGING: Don’t forget to get your tennis racquet restrung before your USTA or Gate City season begins. The best time to get your racquet restrung is before each season begins which is in March, May and August. All of our Gate City teams had a very strong showing for the fall season and they’re looking to keep that momentum going this spring. Our D4 ladies are the defending City Champions, but we feel very confident that all three of our Sedgefield teams will have a very strong showing in 2020. Good Luck Ladies!!

TENNIS TIP In singles or doubles remember to almost always go cross-court when you’re forced deep near the baseline and only go down the line when you have a short ball.

REMINDERS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS  March 6 will be the Gate City “Bring on Spring” Kickoff

PIERCE HOOVER

GIVE TENNIS A SHOT

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Monday Men’s Night will resume weekly starting Monday, March 9 from 6:00pm-7:00pm

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Weekly Co-ed Adult Beginner’s Clinic start back up Thursday, March 12 from 6:00pm-7:00pm

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March 21 l Pizza with Pierce for the Juniors

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Pickleball Clinics will start back up on Saturdays at 11:00am beginning in March

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Very excited to announce that we will be building 6 Pickleball courts at the tennis center. Watch your calendars for some fun Pickleball play days and events to be posted later.

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Gate City Ladies outdoor clinics begin on Monday, March 23

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April 7 will be opening day for the Gate City Season

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Sedgefield will be hosting its first ever USTA Junior Tennis Tournament on April 25. Kids from all over the state will be competing. We are very excited!!

Thursday, March 19 I 4:30pm-7:00pm l FREE! Please come out and join us Thursday, March 19 for an introductory FREE tennis clinic. We will offer clinics for age groups between 4 and 104. If you’ve ever wanted to learn the basics of tennis here is your shot! Tennis Tots (4-7yr old) I 4:30pm-5:00pm Orange Ball (8-10yr old) I 5:00pm-5:30pm Green Ball (11-12yr old) I 5:30pm-6:00pm Adult Beginner I 6:00pm-7:00pm

MARCH SUNDAY 1

MONDAY 2 6:15am Class with Will/ Sara 9:00am Combo Class 10:30am D3 Gate City Practice

18 TUESDAY 3 9:00am Spin

WEDNESDAY 4 6:15am Class with Will/ Sara 9:00am Stretch 4:30pm 12 U Green Dot 6:00pm Wednesday Specials

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

5 9:00am Spin 9:00am D2 Gate City Practice 10:30am D4 Gate City Practice 4:00pm Cardinal Operation 36 6:00pm Birthday Pastabilities

6 6:15am Class with Will/ Sara Gate City Bring on Spring Kickoff Breakfast 9:00am Combo Class 6:00pm Kids Club

7 11:00am Pickleball

Cardinal Greens Aerification 8

9 6:15am Class with Will/ Sara 9:00am Combo Class 10:30am D3 Gate City Practice 6:00pm Men’s Night

10 9:00am Spin 4:00pm Cardinal Operation 36

11 6:15am Class with Will/ Sara 9:00am Stretch 4:30pm 12 U Green Dot 6:00pm Wednesday Specials

12 9:00am Spin 9:00am D2 Gate City Practice 10:30am D4 Gate City Practice 6:00pm Adult Beginner 4:00pm Cardinal Operation 36 6:00pm Pastabilities 6:30pm Ladies Game Night

13 6:15am Class with Will/ Sara 9:00am Combo Class 6:00pm Kids Club Just a Little-Stitious

14 8:00am St. Patrick’s Day 5K Run/Walk 11:00am Pickleball

16 6:15am Class with Will/ Sara 9:00am Combo Class 10:30am D3 Gate City Practice 6:00pm Men’s Night

17 9:00am Spin 4:00pm Cardinal Operation 36 6:30pm Hot Off the Pass

18 6:15am Class with Will/ Sara 9:00am Stretch 2:00pm TaylorMade Fitting 4:30pm 12 U Green Dot 6:00pm Wednesday Specials

19 9:00am Spin 9:00am D2 Gate City Practice 10:30am D4 Gate City Practice 2:00pm XXIO Fitting 2:00pm TaylorMade Fitting 4:00pm Cardinal Operation 36 4:30pm Give Tennis a Shot 6:00pm Pastabilities 6:00pm Teen Pasta and Paint 6:30pm Grape Nuts

20 6:15am Class with Will/ Sara 9:00am Combo Class 6:00pm Kids Club

21 10:00am 2020 Men’s Season Opener 11:00am Pickleball 6:00pm Kids Club Pizza with Pierce 6:30pm Lowcountry Boil Party

23 6:15am Class with Will/ Sara 9:00am Combo Class 10:30am D3 Gate City Practice 6:00pm Men’s Night

24 9:00am Spin 4:00pm Cardinal Operation 36

25 6:15am Class with Will/ Sara 9:00am Stretch 4:30pm 12 U Green Dot 4:30pm Wine, Women and Words Book Club 6:00pm Wednesday Specials

26 9:00am Spin 9:00am D2 Gate City Practice 10:30am D4 Gate City Practice 2:00pm Mizuno Fitting 2:00pm Cleveland Srixon/VVIO Fitting 4:00pm Cardinal Operation 36 6:00pm Adult Beginner 6:00pm Pastabilities

27 6:15am Class with Will/ Sara 9:00am Combo Class 6:00pm Kids Club Lions, Tigers and Bears, Oh My!

28 11:00am Pickleball

30 6:15am Class with Will/ Sara 9:00am Combo Class 10:30am D3 Gate City Practice 6:00pm Men’s Night

31 9:00am Spin 4:00pm Cardinal Operation 36

BLUE - SCC GOLF RED - CARDINAL GOLF GREEN - TENNIS PURPLE - FITNESS BLACK - DINING/SOCIAL

APRIL SUNDAY

19 MONDAY

TUESDAY

BLUE - SCC GOLF RED - CARDINAL GOLF GREEN - TENNIS PURPLE - FITNESS BLACK - DINING/SOCIAL TEAL - POOL/SWIM

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

1 6:15am Class with Will/ Sara 9:00am Stretch 4:30pm 12 U Green Dot 6:00pm Wednesday Specials

2 9:00am Spin 9:00am D2 Gate City Practice 10:30am D4 Gate City Practice 6:00pm Adult Beginner 4:00pm Cardinal Operation 36 6:00pm Birthday Pastabilities

3 6:15am Class with Will/ Sara 9:00am Combo 6:00pm Kids Club Just a Normal Kids Club

4 10:00 Shotgun Cardinal Opening Day 11:00am Pickleball

6 6:15am Class with Will/ Sara 9:00am Combo Class 10:30am D3 Gate City Practice 6:00pm Men’s Night

7 9:00am Spin Opening Ladies Day 4:00pm Cardinal Operation 36

8 6:15am Class with Will/ Sara 9:00am Stretch 4:30pm 12 U Green Dot 5:30pm Cardinal Par 3 Tournament 6:00pm Wednesday Specials

9 9:00am Spin 9:00am D2 Gate City Practice 10:30am D4 Gate City Practice 6:00pm Adult Beginner 4:00pm Cardinal Operation 36 6:00pm Pastabilities 6:30pm Ladies Game Night

10 NO 6:15am Class NO 9:00am Class 6:00pm Kids Club

11 8:30am Bunny Breakfast and Egg Hunt 9:30am 2020 Men’s Masters Pro MemberMember Cardinal Master Pro Am 11:00am Pickleball

12 10:30am Easter Brunch

13 6:15am Class with Will/ Sara 9:00am Combo Class 10:30am D3 Gate City Practice 6:00pm Men’s Night

14 9:00am Spin 4:00pm Cardinal Operation 36 6:30pm Hot Off the Pass

15 6:15am Class with Will/ Sara 9:00am Stretch 4:30pm 12 U Green Dot Men’s League 6:00pm Wednesday Specials

16 9:00am Spin 9:00am D2 Gate City Practice 10:30am D4 Gate City Practice 6:00pm Adult Beginner 4:00pm Cardinal Operation 36 6:00pm Pastabilities 6:00pm Swim Team Registration 6:30pm Grape Nuts

17 6:15am Class with Will/ Sara 9:00am Combo 6:00pm Kids Club What a Nice Knight

18 Cardinal Member Member 11:00am Pickleball

19 Cardinal Member Member 12:00pm Ice Cream Social and Swim Team Registration

20 6:15am Class with Will/ Sara 9:00am Combo Class 10:30am D3 Gate City Practice 6:00pm Men’s Night

21 9:00am Spin 4:00pm Cardinal Operation 36

22 6:15am Class with Will/ Sara 9:00am Stretch 4:30pm D2 Gate City Practice Men’s League 4:30pm Wine, Women and Words Book Club 6:00pm Wednesday Specials

23 9:00am Spin 9:00am D2 Gate City Practice 10:30am D4 Gate City Practice 6:00pm Adult Beginner 4:00pm Cardinal Operation 36 6:00pm Pastabilities

24 6:15am Class with Will/ Sara 9:00am Combo 5:30pm Couples Golf 6:00pm Kids Club Sedgefield Farm

25 11:00am Pickleball 6:00pm Ties and Tiaras Father Daughter Dance Prize Fund Weekend USTA Junior Tourney

26 Prize Fund Weekend

27 6:15am Class with Will/ Sara 9:00am Combo 10:30am D3 Gate City Practice 6:00pm Men’s Night

28 9:00am Spin 4:00pm Cardinal Operation 36

29 6:15am Class with Will/ Sara 9:00am Stretch 4:30pm 12 U Green Dot Men’s League 6:00pm Wednesday Specials

30 9:00am Spin 9:00am D2 Gate City Practice 10:30am D4 Gate City Practice 6:00pm Adult Beginner 4:00pm Cardinal Operation 36 5:30pm Teen Actionbound Scavenger Hunt 6:00pm Pastabilities

Sedgefield Country Club 3201 Forsyth Drive Greensboro, NC 27407 ADDRESS SERVICE REQUESTED

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