Sedgefield Country Club Nov/Dec Newsletter by McConnell Golf

NOVEMBER I DECEMBER 2021

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SEDGEFIELD COUNTRY CLUB

YOUR CLUB

SEDGEFIELD COUNTRY CLUB STAFF

NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER HOURS OF OPERATION: SEDGEFIELD EMBASSY GRILLE LUNCH SERVICE Thursday-Friday | 11:30am-2:00pm

GREENSIDE CAFE November Tuesday-Sunday | 8:00am-7:00pm (weather permitting)

December Tuesday- Sunday | 8:00am-5:30pm (weather permitting) RED FOX Sunday-Wednesday | Closed Thursday-Saturday | 6:00pm-9:00pm DONALD ROSS LOUNGE Tuesday-Friday I 4:00pm-7:00pm Saturday-Sunday I 1:00pm-5:00pm

GOLF SHOP, GOLF COURSE, AND PRACTICE FACILITY Golf Shop (Tuesday-Sunday) I 8:00am-5:00pm Golf Course (Tuesday-Sunday) I 8:30am (weather permitting) Practice Facilities (Tuesday-Sunday) I 8:00am-4:30pm (weather permitting)

NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER HOURS OF OPERATION: THE CARDINAL PETE'S PLACE GRILL AND PUB Monday | Closed Food Service: Tuesday-Sunday | 11:00am-5:00pm November Beverage Service: Tuesday-Saturday | 10:00am-6:00pm December Beverage Service: Tuesday-Saturday | 10:00am-5:30pm (weather permitting) GOLF SHOP, GOLF COURSE, AND PRACTICE FACILITY Golf Shop (Tuesday-Sunday) I 8:00am-5:00pm Golf Course (Tuesday-Sunday) I 8:00am Practice Facilities (Tuesday-Sunday) I 8:30am-4:30pm (weather permitting)

CONTACT LIST Administration 336.299.5324 Sedgefield Dining 336.299.5324 x 208 Sedgefield Golf Shop 336.299.4160 Fitness Center 336.398.8164 Sedgefield Country Club Address The Cardinal by Pete Dye Address

Greenside Cafe 336.398.8165 Tennis Shop 336.547.0052 Cardinal-Golf Shop 336.668.2749 Cardinal-Pete's Place 336.668.2746 x 2 3201 Forsyth Drive Greensboro, NC 5700 Cardinal Way Greensboro, NC

FEATURED ON THE COVER A huge congratulations to our 2021 Sedgefield Cup Men's Member-Guest Champions. Pictured left to right are SCC member Kevin Herron and his guest and cousin T.J. Herron. The Herron family tradition continues!

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Beverly Marler I bmarler@mcconnellgolf.com Triad Regional Director Chad Flowers I cflowers@mcconnellgolf.com Triad Membership Director Eric Ferguson I eferguson@sedgefieldcc.com Head Golf Professional Chad Cromer I ccromer@sedgefieldcc.com Golf Course Superintendent Maya Panayotova I fbdirector@sedgefieldcc.com Director of Food and Beverage Travis Huddleston I banquets@sedgefieldcc.com Director of Sales and Catering Ron Gordils I sccchef@mcgadmin.net Executive Chef Sherri Tallant I fitness@sedgefieldcc.com Director of Fitness Pierce Hoover I phoover@sedgefieldcc.com Director of Tennis Taylor Chrismon I activities@sedgefieldcc.com Director of Member Activities & Communications Will Harper I maintenance@sedgefieldcc.com Director of Maintenance Angela Ayers I aayers@sedgefieldcc.com Administrative Assistant & Member Billing

THE CARDINAL BY PETE DYE STAFF Chris Terry I cterry@cardinalgolf.com Head Golf Professional Ross Jernigan I rjernigan@cardinalgolf.com Golf Course Superintendent

IN THIS ISSUE Your Club...……………….…………………….….......….……...….…....2 Club Update and SCC Buzz...........……............…...……..3 SCC Buzz............................................................................4 Cardinal Buzz....................................................................5 Membership...…………...…………………..……................…....6-7 Clubhouse News.................……………..…..........................8 November Events.............…..…………...…....…...................9 December Events..........................................................10 Kids and Family........………..……………...…...........…..........11 Photo Gallery - Member Guest Fun...................12-13 FOH Scholarship Recipients.….…........................14-15 McConnell Golf News..................................................16 Superintendent's Corner...........……….............…....…...17 Tee It Up at Sedgefield..........................................18-19 Tee It Up at The Cardinal............................................20 Fitness News..............……...………..…...…....................…...21 Tennis News....................................….............................22 Cookies of the Month...................................................23 Calendar of Events..................................... Back Cover

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CLUB UPDATE & SCC buzz A NOTE FROM YOUR TRIAD REGIONAL DIRECTOR

HALLOWEEN FUN FOR THE STAFF

As I write this, I am nine days away from passing the baton to my successor in the Carolinas Chapter of the Club Management Association of America (CMAA). It has been an honor to serve as the chapter's Chairman for the past year and and to serve on the Board of Directors for the past five years. Our Fall Conference, which signifies the rollover to the new year and installation of the next Board of Directors, will be held in Charleston, SC on November 7-8 and I will officially become the Immediate Past Chairman at our dinner that Sunday evening. It has been a rewarding year filled with an array of extracurricular activities. Although challenging at times to fit everything into the schedule, I have enjoyed it immensely. I am grateful to McConnell Golf for their support of continuing education and involvement in CMAA for their club leaders. After I complete my upcoming year as Immediate Past Chairman, hopefully I can make time to check off a few bucket list vacation destinations! As we approach the final two months of the year, I want to recognize the incredible team we have at Sedgefield and Cardinal. We all hear in the news regularly about staffing shortages in every industry and I'm sure your businesses and lives are affected in many ways. Our clubs are not immune and face these same challenges on a daily basis. It is exhausting and I commend every department manager for their diligence and efforts to provide the level of service you deserve under circumstances that are not always ideal. Please help me extend a bit of appreciation and give them a pat on the back the next time you see them around the clubs. Lastly, on behalf of the entire team, we look forward to a wonderful holiday season with our Sedgefield and Cardinal Family. Thank you for your ongoing support! It is truly appreciated more than you know. Cheers, Beverly Marler

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buzz

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

Allison Boggess Sunday evening, making memories. 🏌️‍♂️ Nancy Ayers Carroll Thanks to my golfing buddies and their husbands from Sedgefield Country Club and The Cardinal by Pete Dye who helped me celebrate another milestone birthday a little early on Saturday night. A great evening…you all made me feel special by being there. Thank you, Steve Lynam and Iveta Lynam for the beautiful flowers!! And everyone for the calls, texts, cards, and wishes.

@golfingmaryland An amazing morning playing @sedgefield1926 where they host @wyndhamchamp #golf #greensboro #northcarolina

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Carolinas Golf Association A big thanks to Alex Smalley for taking us out to Sedgefield Country Club for a round today! Stay tuned for something big coming soon👀📺

/SedgefieldCountryClub

@Sedgefield1926

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CARDINAL buzz Look who’s talking about The Cardinal by Pete Dye! Please enjoy a few of our favorite social media mentions and keep sharing your experiences by tagging us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for a chance to be featured in the next newsletter.

Drew Aaron First fall @pgajrleague event @cardinalbydye with Ava. Shot 30 with a 3 putt! Thank you Coach Bob Brooks!

@cardinalbydye 2021 Cardinal Ladies Invitational Team Pictures- we love all these smiles! ❤️

The Cardinal by Pete Dye Congratulations to our 2021 Cardinal Men’s Invitational Champions, Charles Roberson and Carroll Strong!

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@micciche_photography Beautiful day on the golf course with the old man and some good buddies. #mcconnellgolf #cardinalbypetedye @cardinalbydye

/TheCardinalbyPeteDye

@CardinalByDye

@cardinalbydye

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MEMBERSHIP WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST SEDGEFIELD MEMBERS Erik & Jessica Hoffman, children Harrison (4), Christian (2), Charlotte (1) Join us in welcoming the Hoffman Family to Sedgefield! Erik and his family were referred into membership by member James Clark. The Hoffman family has resided in Sedgefield for six years. They have two golden retrievers named Leo and Bella. Erik and Jessica are both Physicians of Internal Medicine within the Cone Health System. As a family, they enjoy traveling internationally and exploring their home state of NC! The Hoffman family is looking forward to playing tennis and golf, joining the club's many social events, and children's activities. We welcome The Hoffman family to Sedgefield! Allen & Suzanne Hawkins, daughter Amelia (19) Join us in welcoming Allen and Suzanne Hawkins into membership here at Sedgefield. Allen and Suzanne are both from Asheboro, NC where they met in high school. Allen is a Corporate Pilot and Suzanne is an Assistant Controller. Together they enjoy spending time with their dog. They are looking forward to attending the many events we have here at the club as well as dining with us in the Embassy Grille and at the Greenside Café. Allen and Suzanne are greatly looking forward to meeting other members at the club as well. Please join us in welcoming them into the Sedgefield Family! Adam Harvey & Callie Macleod; children Everly (5) & Grey (3) Please join us in welcoming the Harvey family as some of our newest members of Sedgefield! Recently relocating from the Pacific Northwest, they are new to the area and are looking forward to spending time with their family at the club and socializing with other members. Adam works in Data Analytics and Callie is a Senior Director of Medical Management. They enjoy board games, wine, fine dining, travel, and escape rooms. We welcome the Harveys to membership within the club!

Adam Harvey & Callie Macleod

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The Hoffman Family

The Hawkins Family

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MEMBERSHIP WELCOME TO OUR NEWEST SEDGEFIELD MEMBERS Theodore Broach & Courtney deCarle Please join us in welcoming Mr. Broach and Ms. deCarle to membership within Sedgefield! Sponsored into the club by Mr. and Mrs. Rod Lindsey, they look forward to becoming acquainted with other club participants and taking advantage of the many amenities offered at the club. They have lived in the Triad for 9 years. Ted works for Selex ES as a Field Support/IT Manager. Courtney is a real estate broker for Keller Williams Realty and serves the Triad area. In their free time, they enjoy spending time together completing household renovations, traveling, and spending time with family. Please join us in welcoming Ted and Courtney to Sedgefield! Dr. Matthew Wagoner Please join us in welcoming Dr. Wagoner to membership within Sedgefield Country Club! Originally from Charlotte where his parents were members of Providence Country Club, he now resides in Greensboro where he is a Podiatrist. He is looking forward to playing lots of golf and meeting other members. We welcome Dr. Wagoner to the Sedgefield family! Matt Winkler & Shanda George Please join us in welcoming Matt and Shanda to the Sedgefield family! Matt is originally from New York, though after leaving home to attend school at Virginia Tech, he spent a large majority of his life in the state of Virginia. Matt is a division manager for a residential home building company and an avid golfer and sports fan. Originally from Michigan, Shanda has called the Triad home for the past 16 years. She works as a training manager for a local commercial construction company. Matt and Shanda have six kids between them, ranging in ages from 9 – 24. Together they enjoy traveling, being outdoors, music, and spending time with family and friends. They look forward to spending time at the pool and on the golf course, as well as making new friends at Sedgefield.

Theodore Broach & Courtney deCarle with Rod & Twyla Lindsey

A NOTE FROM YOUR MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR The most amazing part of our club’s membership growth over the past couple of years is the number of new members that have been referred by our existing members. Great clubs grow from within as the members want to enjoy their experiences with friends, and this is no different at Sedgefield! Sure, it is nice to meet new people and forge new friendships, and is great that so many of our members are able to make new friends and spend time at the club with existing friends as well. Thank you for your continued referrals, and please do not hesitate to reach out when I can be of assistance.

Matt Winkler & Shanda George

Happy Holidays to you and your loved ones! Chad Flowers

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CLUBHOUSE NEWS A NOTE FROM YOUR FOOD & BEVERAGE DIRECTOR Greetings! If you didn’t think you were ready or did not want to accept the fact that the holiday season is coming, these weather changes will surely bring you back to reality. So ready or not, the holidays are right around the corner. The crisp, light fall air is back and we are ready to celebrate the season with all of our fall and holiday favorites… delectable wine dinners, mouthwatering s’mores and trick-or-treat festivities, Octoberfest specials, and turkeys galore! Be sure to check out the calendar and take advantage of all the autumn season has to offer. And remember… Eat, Drink and Be Thankful! See you around the clubhouse, Maya

A NOTE FROM YOUR DIRECTOR OF CATERING In a blink of an eye, we are already planning for the holiday season. Store shelves have already begun to show signs of the time. Spooky ghosts, smiling pumpkins, and fallen leaves quickly turn into twinkling lights, forest green garland, and perfectly packaged gifts. Yep, it’s most certainly the holiday season once again. Before you know it, we’ll be roasting and toasting to a beautiful holiday feast. As we prepare for all the fun time we’ll soon be having with family and friends, let’s not forget to give back to all those who have helped us throughout the year. It’s time to celebrate all of our achievements and those special relationships we have built over the past year. What better place to celebrate those special moments with all those who have meant the most to you this past year, than at your club. With two great properties conveniently located right here in Greensboro, why venture anywhere else. No room fees for members and an array of customized gourmet menus to choose from, McConnell Golf is here to help get your holidays off to a great start. No matter the size, style, or theme of your celebration, we can tailor our services to meet the unique needs of your party. As the Holiday Season quickly approaches don’t hesitate to reach out if we can provide you with assistance in your holiday planning process. I look forward to creating wonderful memories with you and yours in the coming weeks. Warmest Regards, Travis Huddleston

November Cocktail of the Month

December Cocktail of the Month

GETTING FIGGY WITH IT

HOLIDAY CHEER Ingredients:

Ingredients:

4 Cranberries 1 1/2 Oz Vodka 3 Oz Tonic Water 1 Oz Sparkling Cider Garnish: 1 Rosemary Sprig

2 Oz House-infused Fig Hennessey 1/2 Oz Lemon 1/2 Oz Honey/Fig Syrup 1/2 Oz Rye Lemon/Fig garnish

Directions:

Combine all ingredients in a shaker. Shake well. Pour over ice into a rocks glass. Garnish with a lemon twist and a slice of fig.

Muddle cranberries in a shaker. Add Vodka and fill with ice. Shake until well-chilled. Pour (unstrained) into a highball or collins glass filled with ice and top with tonic water and sparkling cider. Garnish with rosemary sprig.

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NOVEMBER EVENTS 10 WEDNESDAY WINE INDULGENCE DINNER “ORIN SWIFT WINERY“ 6:00pm | $135++ Wine Society | $160++ Regular A fabulous evening featuring Orin Swift wines, known to be unashamedly bold in body and character. Winemaker David Phinney's philosophy is simple: to find the best grapes they can get their hands on, let them hang long enough to become perfectly ripe, then express their character in the boldest way possible. 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 72 hour cancellation policy.

17 WEDNESDAY GRAPE NUTS “SAVOR THE SEASON” 6:30pm | $40++ Wine Society | $46++ Regular One of the essential parts of the Thanksgiving feast is choosing the wine. With so many different flavors on the menu, selecting wines to partner up with all of the classic dishes might be easier with a little guidance. Join us as we taste through some tried-and-true pairings! Grape Nuts Reservations: Reservations for Grape Nuts will open online 45 days prior to each event. You will be able to book your seats at your convenience once the booking window opens. Our team is not able to make reservations outside of the booking window. There is a 48-hour cancellation policy on all Grape Nuts events.

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25 THURSDAY THANKSGIVING FEAST AT SEDGEFIELD 11:00am-2:00pm | Adults: $42.95++ | Children (7-12): $16.95++ Children (6 & Under): $9.95++ Leave the mess and stress to us! Gather family and friends and join us at Sedgefield Country Club as we celebrate this wonderful holiday featuring a bountiful Thanksgiving feast with all the trimmings! Reservations Required.

MENU:

ASSORTED SALADS AND COLD SELECTIONS Roasted Brussels with Candied Bacon and Kale Salad with Shaved Manchego and Cider Dressing | Caesar Salad with White Anchovies | Wild Rice and Kiln Dried Fruit Salad | Arugula Salad with Roasted Faro, Citrus, Toasted Hazelnuts, and Chevre Crumbles with Pomegranate Dressing | Artisan Cheeses and Assorted Cured Meats | Smoked Salmon with Traditional Garnishes | Lemon Poached Shrimp with Cocktail Sauce | Spinach and Gruyere Baked Oysters on the Half Shell Fresh Sliced Seasonal Fruit

THE KIDS TABLE Golden Fried Chicken Tenders with Honey Mustard Mac and Cheese | Tater Tots | Steamed Broccoli

DESSERT BAR Pumpkin Pie | Bourbon Pecan Pie | Bread Pudding Spice Cake with Cinnamon Cream Cheese Icing White Chocolate Cranberry Cake | Roasted Apple Crumb Tart Sweet Potato Pecan Cheesecake

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DECEMBER EVENTS

9-10 THURSDAY-FRIDAY CHAMPAGNE HOLIDAY LUNCH

4 SATURDAY

11:30am-2:00pm | $22.95++ Per Person

A wonderful spread of Christmas-time treats and seasonal favorites. It presents a great opportunity to say “Thank You” to your staff for this past year, or to celebrate the season with family and friends! Perfect for parties up to 20 people. To help you celebrate the year, everyone attending will receive a complimentary glass of champagne! THURSDAY MENU: Pork Tenderloin Medallions with Cherry Demi | Carolina Shrimp Boil with Andouille Sausage | Honey Thyme Glazed Chicken | Parsley New Potatoes | Collards | Green Beans | Composed Salads Soup Du Jour | Assorted Desserts

12 SUNDAY SANTA BRUNCH 10:00am-2:00pm | Adults: $32.95++ l Children 6-12: $12.95++ Children 5 and under: $5.95++

4 SATURDAY HOLIDAY SOIREE at THE SEDGE 6:30pm Cocktails & Hors d'oeuvres | 7:30pm Seated Dinner 8:45pm Dance the Night Away to Live Music $50++ per person | Member Sign Bar | Festive Attire The annual holiday tradition continues at The Sedge! It's time to don your festive attire and celebrate the season with some fun, friendship, food, holiday cocktails, live music, and dancing!!

Festive Attire, also known as holiday attire, is simply a combination of cocktail attire with a holiday flair. Feel free to be creative and fun! And don't forget your dancing shoes or Yule be sorry!

9 THURSDAY

31 FRIDAY

GRAPE NUTS "SPARKLING THE NIGHT AWAY"

NEW YEAR’S EVE CANDLELIGHT DINNER

6:30pm | $55++ Wine Society | $65++ Regular

6:00pm-9:00pm | Reservations Required

Champagne Dinner! Join us for a bubbly evening of delectable bites perfectly paired with sparkling wines.

Join us for an elegant New Year's Eve candlelight dinner featuring live music and indulge in some of Sedgefield's favorite New Year's staples! Be on the lookout for the delicious specials that will be featured.

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KIDS AND FAMILY A NOTE FROM YOUR MEMBER ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR It's the most wonderful time of the year and my favorite! Between the delicious food, visits from Santa, and family time, there is so much joy the holiday season brings. Be sure to join us for Kids Club each Friday evening as we have many fun holiday activities planned. From making crafts and decorating our Kids Club Christmas Tree to taking a trip to Whoville and ringing in the New Year, you won't want to miss it! Each of us on the Activities Team looks forward to spending the holiday season with you and all the fun that it brings! See you around the clubhouse,

KIDS CLUB FRIDAYS 6:00pm-9:00pm | $10++ per child; $5++ per each subsequent child in the same family. Dinner is included. We request that children are pottytrained. As a reminder, we ask that parents remain on the property and utilize all the club has to offer during Kids Club. The Embassy Grille, Red Fox Lounge, or Greenside Café provide great "Date Night" venues, or even get in workout or a tennis or pickleball match.

NOVEMBER

ESCAPE ROOM

NOVEMBER

NATIONAL PIZZA DAY PARTY

NOVEMBER

THANKSGIVING PARTY

NOVEMBER

CHRISTMAS DECORATING

DECEMBER

INDOOR SNOWBALL FIGHT

10 DECEMBER

CHRISTMAS CRAFTS

DECEMBER

WELCOME TO WHOVILLE

DECEMBER

NEW YEARS EVE PARTY

Taylor Amos

Be sure to check out the Sedgefield Event Calendar for details regarding activities for individual Kids Club events.

Ava Burr making slime during our Science Night

During our Chef for a Night Kids Club, we learned about baking. We made mini doughnuts and cooked our own grilled cheeses.

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Director of Tennis Pierce Hoover teaching our young kids tennis skills during Pizza with Pierce Kids Club.

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MEMBER-GUEST PHOTO GALLERY The 2021 Sedgefield Cup Men's Member-Guest is in the books. Below are some of the awesome pictures taken by Mike Micciche with Micciche Photography. We are excited to host TWO Member-Guest events in 2022 to allow more teams a chance to participate.

Congratulations to all the flight winners pictured above that made it to Saturday afternoon's shootout

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MEMBER-GUEST PHOTO GALLERY

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BECAUSE OF YOU.... Meet the first round of McConnell Golf Folds of Honor Scholarship Recipients. Thank you for your generous donations!

BROOK VALLEY COUNTRY CLUB'S HIGHER EDUCATION RECIPIENT

THE CARDINAL BY PETE DYE'S HIGHER EDUCATION RECIPIENT

Zachary Ray from Greenville, NC 4th Year Scholarship Recipient Senior at East Carolina University

Sydnee Jackson from Raeford, NC 1st Year Scholarship Recipient Freshman at UNC - Greensboro

Born in Haau, Germany, Zachary is a student track athlete studying Parks and Recreation Management with plans to attend graduate school. His father is Army Master Sergeant Arthur F. Ray (Served for 29 years, Retired in 2016).

Sydnee was an active ROTC member at her high school and became the first female First Sergeant. She is studying English with plans to become an Educator and/or Writer. Her father is Air Force Senior Master Sergeant Willie E. Jackson (Served for 26 years, Retired in 2012).

COUNTRY CLUB OF ASHEVILLE'S HIGHER EDUCATION RECIPIENT

HOLSTON HILLS COUNTRY CLUB'S HIGHER EDUCATION RECIPIENT

Daysha Chaney from Winnabow, NC 1st Year Scholarship Recipient Freshman at UNC Asheville

Kayla Eddins from Adams, Tennessee 2nd Year Scholarship Recipient Sophomore at University of Tennessee

Daysha is on the women's soccer team and is currently studying Political Science with the hopes of becoming a journalist. Her father is Coast Guard Petty Officer 1st Class Devon T. Chaney (Served for 20 years, Retired in 2017).

Kayla is studying Neuroscience in part, due to her father's service-related injuries and wants to become a Neurologist and/or researcher. Her father is Army Sergeant 1st Class Edward L. Eddins (Served for 20 years, Retired in 2009).

MUSGROVE MILL GOLF CLUB'S HIGHER EDUCATION RECIPIENT

OLD NORTH STATE CLUB'S HIGHER EDUCATION RECIPIENT

Mykayla Overton from Summerville, SC 3rd Year Scholarship Recipient Junior at Presbyterian College in Clinton

Jaylen Brooks from Charlotte, NC 1st Year Scholarship Recipient Freshman at UNC Charlotte

Mykayla is studying Biochemistry to become a doctor and wants to help develop a cure for cancer. She volunteers at the local VA Hospital. Her father is Air Force Master Sergeant Alphonso R. Overton (Served for 22 years, Retired in 2008).

Jaylen is studying Law with the hopes of becoming an attorney. He enjoys playing and officiating soccer, law, and public service. His father is Marine Corps Sergeant Gregory J. Brooks (Served for 4 years).

PORTERS NECK COUNTRY CLUB'S HIGHER EDUCATION RECIPIENT

PROVIDENCE COUNTRY CLUB'S HIGHER EDUCATION RECIPIENT

Mikeal "Tanner" Murray from Jacksonville, NC 1st Year Scholarship Recipient Freshman at UNC Wilmington

Isaiah Belk from Charlotte, NC 3rd Year Scholarship Recipient Senior at UNC Charlotte

Tanner is studying Marine Biology with hopes of obtaining both a Master's and Doctorate degree. His father is Marine Corps Major Mikeal S. Murray (Served for 22 years, Retired in 2014).

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Isaiah is studying Health Systems Management and is a walk-on football athlete at the university. He was a semifinalist for the Arthur Ashe Jr. Sports Scholarship Award. His father is Army Private Rodney A. Belk (Served for 17 years).

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RALEIGH COUNTRY CLUB'S HIGHER EDUCATION RECIPIENT

TREYBURN COUNTRY CLUB'S HIGHER EDUCATION RECIPIENT

Mary McFadyen from Pinehurst, NC 1st Year Scholarship Recipient Freshman at NC State University

DeRon Ray from Fayetteville, NC 1st Year Scholarship Recipient Senior at NC Central University

Mary is studying Business Administration and Marketing with plans to earn an MBA. She would like to work for the Cherokee Fund in Raleigh, where she spent time as an intern. Her father is Army Colonel Thomas N. McFadyen (Served for 28.5 years).

DeRon is studying Graphic Design and Visual Communications with hopes of becoming a Graphic Designer and wellknown artist. He won an award for "Best Lyricist" at the university. His father is Army Master Sergeant Rodney C. Ray (Served for 23 years, Retired in 2012).

RALEIGH GOLF ASSOCIATION'S HIGHER EDUCATION RECIPIENT

THE COUNTRY CLUB AT WAKEFIELD PLANTATION'S HIGHER EDUCATION RECIPIENT

Bailee Porter from Whispering Pines, NC 3rd Year Scholarship Recipient Junior at NC State University Bailee is an active member of the FIMRC Club (Foundation for International Medical Relief of Children) as well as the Acts 2 Fellowship Club. She is studying Biological Oceanography and Psychology. Her father is Army First Sergeant Brian Z. Porter (Served for 26.5 years, Retired in 2013).

Adam Gonzalez from Fayetteville, NC 3rd Year Scholarship Recipient Junior at NC State University Adam is studying Business Marketing and plans on working in the marketing field. He received the "Servant's Heart" Scholarship in high school. His father is Army Sergeant First Class Elias "Eli" L. Gonzalez (Served for 20 years, Retired in 2003).

THE RESERVE GOLF CLUB'S HIGHER EDUCATION RECIPIENT

THE WATER'S EDGE COUNTRY CLUB'S HIGHER EDUCATION RECIPIENT

Tyler Cain from Sumter, SC 2nd Year Scholarship Recipient Junior at Coastal Carolina University

Laney McCullough from Spotsylvania, VA 2nd Year Scholarship Recipient Sophomore at Virginia Tech University

Tyler is studying Political Science with plans to attend law school so he can become an attorney and help shape legislation to assist veterans and their families. His father is Marine Corps Sergeant Jeremy J. Cain (Served for 13.5 years)

Laney is studying Interior Design. She is involved in the "Be the Match" Club, whose mission is to help cure cancer and raise awareness about bone marrow donations. Her father is Navy Chief Petty Officer Daniel P. McCullough (Served for 12.5 years, Retired in 2006).

SEDGEFIELD COUNTRY CLUB'S HIGHER EDUCATION RECIPIENT Will J. Johnson from Jacksonville, NC 3rd Year Scholarship Recipient Sophomore at NC A&T University Will is studying Kinesiology with plans to become a Physical Therapist. He describes himself as wise, determined and nurturing. His father is Marine Corps Chief Warrant Officer 3 Willie C. Johnson (Served for 21 years, Retired in 2013).

As part of McConnell Golf's Footprints on the Green program, we were able to contribute over $300,000 with 1,526 total gifts to Folds of Honor! The money raised will impact even more families in the months and years to come. McConnell Golf and the Folds of Honor Foundation greatly appreciate the generosity of our members. To learn more about Footprints on the Green, please visit mcconnellgolf.com/footprints-green. To learn more about Folds of Honor, visit foldsofhonor.org.

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MCCONNELL GOLF NEWS

EMPLOYEE HOLIDAY FUND The past 20 months have been challenging in so many ways. On behalf of the McConnell Golf family and Sedgefield Country Club, we would like to extend a big “Thank You” to all for your continued support. As in year’s past, we are asking you to join the holiday spirit and contribute to our Employee Holiday Fund. Contributing to the fund is a thoughtful way to show your appreciation to our heroes – our awesome staff who have truly excelled during these unprecedented times! This includes our staff members from the front of the house to the back of the house, and all those helping hands who work behind-the-scenes. Thank you. While contributing to the fund is voluntary, adjustments to the fund received by November 30, 2021 will be reflected on your December statement. The contribution will then be distributed among all Sedgefield Country Club employees throughout all departments.

MCCONNELL GOLF, THE MAGAZINE

Show off original photos that highlight your experiences at our clubs to be featured in the next issue of McConnell Golf, The Magazine. We encourage you to highlight photos at club events such as holiday parties, golf events, swim meets, family photos, wildlife and more! In addition to submitting your photo, we ask that you add a brief description for context purposes. Do you know a McConnell Golf member or employee who works hard and makes a difference in their local community? We want to hear from you on who the spotlight should be on in the next issue. Please include the nominee's name, home club and 3-5 sentences explaining why they deserve to be featured in McConnell Golf, The Magazine in the body of the email. Beyond club snapshots and spotlight nominations, if you have an idea or would like to contribute to the magazine in some way, we welcome your input! Email your submissions and any ideas to finman@mcconnellgolf.com.

Happy Holidays OUR HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE Let your loved ones unwrap the gift of golf this holiday season! With pro shop and catering options, we are here to share some great items to enhance the game and delight your taste buds. Look to us for everything from chef-made healthy dishes to top of the line golf gear and McConnell Golf gift cards. Want to surprise your special someone with that perfect holiday getaway? McConnell Golf offers on-site lodging for your convenience at Old North State Club on Badin Lake, Sedgefield Country Club in Greensboro, NC, and Musgrove Mill Golf Club near Clinton, SC. Contact your club for details!

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SAVE THE DATE FOR THE POLAR BEAR PLUNGE We’re freezin’ for a reason! Come bear the cold with us this January as

we host the McConnell Golf Polar Bear Plunge - a fundraising event in which individuals raise or make a donation for the chance to plunge into their home club's pool. This fun-filled event is in support of the World Wildlife Fund which helps save endangered polar bears. Form a team and bring your entire family, your co-workers, friends or classmates. All guests are welcome! Keep an eye out for your club's date for the plunge!

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SUPERINTENDENT'S CORNER A NOTE FROM YOUR SEDGEFIELD SUPERINTENDENT

A NOTE FROM YOUR CARDINAL SUPERINTENDENT

Now that autumn is here it brings with it cooler weather, falling leaves, and shorter days. This is also the time of year that we have already raised our mowing heights on the greens, tees, and fairways to prepare them for winter dormancy. Raising the mowing heights is a very important part of our program that aids in protecting the plants from winter injury and making sure there is enough leaf tissue to support a playable surface while the turf isn’t actively growing. It is also a time of year that we battle to keep the course clean from falling leaves. Please bear with us as we try daily to keep up with them using large vacuums and blowers.

I hope you have been able to come out and enjoy the course this fall. We have had great weather so far and have been able to provide good course conditions for you to enjoy. I am hoping that this great weather continues into the winter as we have a few big projects I am looking forward to completing.

This is also the time of year that we must monitor the course for frost in the mornings and impose a delay on starting times if needed. Cart traffic and foot traffic on frosted turf can do irreversible damage to our bermuda grass and that damage will not be visible until the following spring when everything begins to break dormancy and turns green again. As you can tell delaying starting times when frost is present is a very vital part of our responsibility to safeguard your turf from injury and ensure we are doing everything possible to protect the health of the plants. On mornings when the air temperature is around 35 degrees or below, please check with the golf shop for the possibility of any delays. This is still a great time of year to get out and enjoy some good conditions and nice golfing weather before we really get into the much colder weather in January and February. Get out and have some fun and I hope to see you out on the course. Chad Cromer

As most of you know, one project that we will be working on is redoing as many greenside bunkers as we can this winter. What this process will look like is first, we will prioritize the worst greenside bunkers and begin our work there. Once we start the work we will remove all of the contaminated sand, then check the existing drainage and make any repairs needed. We will then be installing a liner to the faces of the bunkers, and finally adding fresh bunker sand. The work will be done in-house by the agronomy team and will take most of the winter to compete. While the bunker project will be our main focus, there are still many trees around the course that we will also be removing. As we look forward to the coming months, one thing we will focus on is keeping the course as clean as possible on a daily basis. Leaves are already starting to fall at a very fast pace, which we are able to clean up quickly when it’s dry. However, when we go through wet stretches, it can be difficult to get our equipment onto the course for daily leaf removal. Please be patient with us as we will be working hard every day to keep the course clean, but also minimize any damage to the turf from our equipment. I am looking forward to starting these projects this winter and setting us up for an even better 2022 golf season. Hopefully there are many warm sunny days this winter for us to get lots of work done and for you to be able come out and enjoy the club. Ross Jernigan

A beautiful rainbow over the 9th green during day two of the Sedgefield Cup 2021 Men's Member Guest

Congratulations to the 2021 Cardinal Men’s Invitational Champions Charles Roberson and Carroll Strong

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TEE IT UP AT SEDGEFIELD HOW TO PLAY YOUR BEST GOLF THIS FALL AND WINTER It is that time of year where you may find the need to turn on the heat to help with those early morning chills. The cool crisp morning air will quickly warm up signaling to us one of the best times of year to play golf. Fall doesn’t have to mean the end of the golf season. You can still have plenty of time to play some of your best golf. Here are four keys to consider helping you play your best golf this Fall and Winter. 1. Cold Weather Effects Distance Cold weather affects your body and the golf ball (two of the most important parts of the game). There’s a science to how much cold weather affects your golf ball. The prevailing math comes out to be a loss of 2-3 yards of distance for every 10 degrees drop in temperature. This happens because cold air is denser than warmer air and as a consequence, your golf ball experiences more resistance. This resistance slows the ball down (Less ball speed = less distance). Colder temperatures also mean that our bodies tend to be less flexible and require us to wear more clothing. The loss of flexibility and the added layers contribute to a decrease in swing speed (Less swing speed = less distance). 2. Consider Switching Golf Balls Playing the correct golf ball is always important especially in colder temperatures. Playing a golf ball that doesn’t allow you to compress it properly makes it hard to achieve the ideal distance and produce the proper feel. Switching to a softer golf ball is encouraged and can easily offset some of the loss of distance and feeling experienced during these colder months. 3. Adjust Your Expectations Let face it, golf is hard. Odds are you are not alone in the way you feel. Sometimes we just must accept that the conditions might contribute to you shooting a high score. Adjust these expectations when making the correct club selection and consider taking an extra club to ensure you give yourself the greatest opportunity to shoot a good score. 4. Consider Working on Your Fitness and Golf Swing Playing in cooler weather can be difficult on your body if you are not prepared. If you want to work on your game and take it to the next level, consider a TPI assessment with our fitness director Sherri Tallent. She along with the Professional Golf Staff can work together to help you with your golf swing while working to overcome any physical limitations. Please call the golf shop to find out more information and to schedule a lesson time with a member of the Professional Golf Staff.

North-facing slopes, low-lying areas and areas sheltered from the wind are especially likely to remain covered with frost. If you are worried about a potential frost delay it is best to call the golf shop to check on conditions at the course before leaving home.

Frost can linger in low-lying and shaded areas long after temperatures have warmed elsewhere.

3. Closely mown turf is at high risk. Frost damage can occur on any part of the golf course, but it poses the greatest risk to closely mown turf. Putting greens are particularly vulnerable because they experience the most concentrated traffic. A foursome typically takes 300 steps or more on each putting green; if there is frost present, all those steps could cause serious damage. 4. A little frost can cause big delays. No signs of frost on the first tee? That doesn’t mean you will get the “all clear” sign. If frost remains in areas that are unavoidable early in the round, the course must remain closed. It is also important to remember that once the frost is totally clear, the maintenance staff will need time to catch up on course preparations before play can begin.

When large trees shade primary playing surfaces, especially on early holes, the course must remain closed even if the frost has melted elsewhere.

FIVE THINGS EVERY GOLFER SHOULD KNOW ABOUT FROST DELAYS:

1. Crunchy grass is vulnerable to damage. Golf course turf is normally resilient to traffic, but when ice crystals form inside the plants, they become brittle and vulnerable to damage. Walking or driving over frost-covered grass may rupture plant cells, leading to dead turf. Or the plants may be weakened without immediately showing the effects. It can take grass more than a month to recover from this damage. 2. When it comes to frost delays, location is everything. Many of us have looked out our windows at home and seen no signs of frost, only to find a frost delay when we reach the golf course. This is because frost can linger in colder microclimates long after other areas have thawed.

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5. More light goes a long way. Shade extends frost delays by preventing sunlight from melting the frost. Pruning or removing trees that shade primary playing surfaces can improve the course’s overall health and reduce the duration of frost delays. This is especially true on holes played early in the round. The shade from a few trees can keep an entire course closed. See you on the course, Eric Ferguson

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TEE IT UP AT SEDGEFIELD DECEMBER GOLF EVENTS

SCC Golf Shop

3 FRIDAY 20TH ANNUAL GOLF SHOP CHRISTMAS PARTY 6:00pm-8:30pm | Golf Shop & Breezeway

11 SATURDAY

Enjoy great food and fun and let us help you with your holiday gift ideas for all of the golfers in your family. Pop a balloon and receive discounts of 10% to 50% off your purchase. Free Gift Wrapping in the Golf Shop, and complimentary hors d’oeuvres, beer, and wine. Have some fun while you get your shopping done!

6TH ANNUAL ANGEL TREE OPEN 10:00am Shotgun Start | 4 Person Team Scramble Chili & Clam Chowder at the Greenside Café during play 2:00pm-4:00pm Prizes, Music, Hors d'oeuvres Entry Fee: $250 Donation includes Hole Sponsorship and one spot in the event $125 Donation includes one spot in the event Members and Guests pay cart fee only once a $125 Donation or more is made. All guest fees will be waived for this event. Please leave your donations with the Professional Staff in the Golf Shop. Make checks payable to: Sedgefield Angel Tree Helpers

Member Chris Costas and his brother Tripp Costas having fun during the Sedgefield Cup 2021 Men's Member-Guest Tournament. Photo by Mike Micciche

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Member Travis Ball (left) and his guest Jonathan Harrington (right) won the putting contest during our Member-Guest Tournament.

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TEE IT UP AT THE CARDINAL A NOTE FROM YOUR HEAD GOLF PROFESSIONAL

NOVEMBER & DECEMBER GOLF EVENTS

Wow! Hard to believe the 2021 golf season is coming to an end. It's been a wonderful year at The Cardinal. We have enjoyed welcoming and getting to know a lot of new Cardinal family members. The Ladies group on Tuesday saw a bunch of new faces play each week. Men’s League was a success again this year with over 600 rounds played during the season. The Club Championships saw new champions on both the Men’s and Ladies' divisions. Leigh Armentrout captured the Ladies' title and Preston Dembowiak played outstanding to take top honors and will carry the title of Club Champion until next year. Rod Patefield and Rob Melhem outlasted the field to win the MemberMember in the spring. The tournaments and competition seem to get better every year and we can’t wait to see what happens in 2022.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 20 ANNUAL TURKEY TROT TOURNAMENT

The year’s Ladies Invitational, played September 30, was a huge success. Our goal is/was to create a much bigger event allowing our members to show off their club to more female players from around the Carolinas. In the end, we had teams from Water’s Edge, Mill Creek, and Jamestown come to participate. With the field size of 52, the largest in some time, we enjoyed some great competition. The ladies enjoyed a great reception on Thursday night including a putting contest created by Logan Peck and Jeremy Gamba and wonderful food and drink provided by our Chef Sarah, Landon, and Niles. Once the tournament started, one team was clearly out to claim the title. The team of Julie Streng, Amber Marsh-Elliot, Sheree Crane, and Ann Weiland dominated the field to grab the title. Thank you to all the ladies who participated.

Enjoy complimentary beer, wine, light hors d'oeuvres and merchandise discounts while you complete all your holiday shopping needs and trade a few fun stories from the year at The Cardinal! Happy Holidays!

Our Men’s Invitational, held only one day after the Ladies Invitational, was also a roaring success. With twenty-eight teams playing, we had some really good competition. The round-robin match play format is set up not only to create great action but also some really cool memories. For some, this was the first time playing in a round-robin format so being able to play with more than just one other twosome was exciting in itself. After 5 matches and a 3 hole shootout, the team of Charlie Roberson and Carroll Strong proved to be too much to handle capturing this year’s Invitational Title. Great playing gentlemen.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 4 SANTA SCRAMBLE TOURNAMENT BENEFITTING TOYS FOR TOTS FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10 GOLF SHOP CHRISTMAS SALE 6:00pm - 8:30pm

LADIES INVITATIONAL PHOTO GALLERY

I’d like to thank not only all the members and guests who came out to the Cardinal and participated in all the events this year, but also our entire team here at the Cardinal. From our cart staff, Jeremy and Logan, to our Food and Beverage team for helping create such great experiences during every event this year.

Without all of these people working together these events wouldn’t be possible. Thank you. Chris Terry

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FITNESS NEWS A NOTE FROM YOUR DIRECTOR OF FITNESS

INDOOR EXERCISES TO IMPROVE YOUR GOLF GAME

INDOOR EXERCISES TO IMPROVE YOUR GOLF GAME THIS WINTER Golf is a beautiful game but it sure can be frustrating at times. To ensure a great game this spring and so your skills don’t rust while you’re stuck indoors, here are some indoor exercises to try. GET COMFY WITH YOGA | Yes, we know, golf is your thing, not yoga. But the long, cold months of winter have a tendency to cause stiffness in your body. That can in turn limit your range of motion, which — guess what — will drastically undermine your ability to swing a golf club. You don’t have to go hog-wild with the yoga classes in order to enjoy the benefits of yoga. Even just 10 minutes a day can help improve flexibility and core stability. Check out YouTube for short, easy yoga routines that you can do in your living room. WEIGHT TRAINING | It can’t hurt your game to hit the weights once in a while. Golf is a sport, after all, which makes you an athlete of sorts. All athletes can benefit from stronger muscles. For golfers, the glutes and abs are important for balance as well as power. So, the final words of advice: do squats and work on your core. Come next spring, you’ll be fit and ready to take on the world...or at least the golf course! Winter is a great time to get with a golf professional. Contact one of the professionals in our Pro Shop and book a session. Ask to focus on grip technique and they’ll probably show you how to lighten up and loosen the tension in your hands and in your arms. Then, you’ve got a few months to practice with your clubs indoors while watching TV. One way to figure out how loose you should hold a club is to start from zero. The idea is to work up to the least possible tension necessary to keep from dropping the club. To do this, rest the club in the palms of your hands with proper hand position, only don’t apply any muscle power in your grip. Now, tighten your grip only as much as is required in order to take a swing. That should relax the tension in your arms and shoulders, which can also improve your swing. Finally, plan to join us at the fitness center for a golf-specific stretch class - coming late December/January. In this class, we will be performing golf-specific stretching and injury prevention exercises. I look forward to seeing you at the fitness center! Sherri Tallant

INDOOR/OUTDOOR GROUP EXERCISE Check out the Fitness Weekly Email to access our weekly class schedule. Reservations are no longer required. PERSONAL TRAINING (BY APPOINTMENT) Hiring a certified personal trainer is a great way to help you exercise safely, meet specific goals, and have programs personally designed to meet your specific needs. For more information or to schedule an appointment contact Sherri Tallant at fitness@sedgefieldcc.com CERTIFIED PERSONAL TRAINER Sherri Tallant - (336) 880-8151

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MASSAGE THERAPY AT SEDGEFIELD Massage can relax and loosen the muscles made sore by bad posture, allowing your body to position itself in its natural and pain-free posture. With ongoing massage, the muscles are loosened and relaxed, joints have greater freedom, and pressure points are relieved. Therapeutic Massage is available at Sedgefield with Kat Greenfield. Kat is available by appointment Monday through Friday and on Sundays. Appointments can be made by contacting Kat at (402)432-3678.

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Due to weather, all days/times are subject to change. If you would like to sign up please email phoover@sedgefieldcc.com.

NOVEMBER EVENTS

A NOTE FROM YOUR DIRECTOR OF TENNIS Hello everyone!! Our outdoor tennis season is transitioning over to our indoor season as far as Gate City Clinics is concerned. We hope to continue improving our tennis games, so let’s practice hard over the winter to be ready for our Spring Gate City League. A couple tips to help improve your tennis game are (1) early preparation you can never prepare too early to hit the ball - and (2) exaggerate your follow-through when hitting the ball make sure you follow through completely to your finish point.

If you choose to play outdoors in the winter, be sure to dress in layers and to stretch before playing to keep your muscles loose. Be sure to continue hydrating before, during, and after play. See you on the courts, Pierce Hoover

27 SATURDAY TENNIS TURKEY DOUBLES 12:00pm-2:00pm

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SANTA'S PICKLEBALL ROUND ROBIN 12:00pm-2:00pm

Junior Gate City Champions Left to Right | Lily Ball, Harper Bray, Bailey Kluttz, Alex Coles, Sam Patterson Not Pictured: Joseph Horvath and Paige Skadsberg

We had a great time at our Dining on the Courts event in October. Be on the lookout for more tennis and pickleball events!

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Gate City D4 ladies enjoying the cool fall weather as they play matches!

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COOKIES OF THE MONTH NOVEMBER: MOLASSES COOKIES

DECEMBER: SNOWBALL COOKIES

By Kenric Hunt - Brook Valley Country Club

Todd Jackson - Wakefield Plantation

This cookie has been one of my own favorites to buy (Famous Amos) molasses cookies. My very first job was working at Piggly Wiggly where a portion of my check went to buying cookies. Also the taste of them reminds me of time spent with my father as we would eat them often after dinner or for a snack!

Ingredients: 2 1/4 Cups All-Purpose Flour (spoon & leveled) 1 ½ TSP Baking Soda 2 TSP Ground Ginger 1¼ TSP Ground Cinnamon 1/4 TSP Ground Cloves 1/4 TSP Nutmeg 1/4 TSP Salt

3/4 Cup Unsalted Butter, softened to room temperature 1/2 Cup packed Light or Dark Brown Sugar 1/4 Cup Granulated Sugar 1/4 Cup Dark Molasses 1 Large Egg, at room temperature 2 TSP Pure Vanilla Extract 1/3 Cup Granulated or Coarse Sugar, for rolling

Directions: Whisk the flour, baking soda, ginger, cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, and salt together until combined. Set aside. In a large bowl using a handheld or stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment, beat the butter and both sugars together on high speed until creamy and combined, about 2 minutes. Add the molasses and beat until combined. Then add the egg and vanilla extract and beat until combined, about 1 minute. Scrape down the sides and bottom of the bowl as needed. At low speed, slowly mix the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients until combined. The cookie dough will be slightly sticky. Cover dough tightly with aluminum foil or plastic wrap and chill for 1 hour and up to 2 to 3 days. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone baking mats. (Always recommended for cookies.) Set aside. Remove cookie dough from the refrigerator. If the cookie dough is chilled longer than 2 hours, let it sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes. The cookies may not spread in the oven if the dough is too cold. Roll cookie dough, 1 Tablespoon each, into balls. Roll each in granulated sugar and arrange 3 inches apart on the baking sheets. Bake for 11 to 12 minutes or until edges appears set. If the tops aren’t appearing cracked as pictured, remove the baking sheet from the oven and gently bang it on the counter 2 to 3 times. This will help the warm cookies spread out and crack on top. Return to the oven for 1 additional minute. Remove from the oven and allow cookies to cool on the baking sheet for 5 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely. Cookies will stay fresh covered at room temperature for 1 week.

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I look forward to the holidays every year when my neighbor brings over a tin of treats for my family. These snowball cookies are the first ones to disappear. Ingredients: 1 Cup Unsalted Butter 2 TSP Vanilla Extract 1/3 Cup Sugar 2 TSP Water 2 Cups sifted All-Purpose Flour 1 ¼TSP Salt 1 Cup Chopped Pecans 2 Cups Powdered Sugar Directions: Preheat oven to 325°F. In a large mixing bowl, cream butter, vanilla, and sugar. Cream the mixture until light and fluffy. Blend in water. Gradually add in and combine flour and salt, and beat until well blended. Add the pecans. Shape into 1-inch balls. Place balls at least 1 inch apart onto a non-stick cookie sheet. Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until firm to touch. While cookies are warm, roll in powdered sugar. Cool on racks for a few minutes. Roll cookies again in powdered sugar. Store in a sealed container up to one week.

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RECURRING EVENTS Blue - SCC Golf Red - Cardinal Golf Green - Tennis Purple - Fitness Black - Dining Orange - Activities

Monday Fitness Class | 7:00am

Tuesday Spin Class | 7:00am

Wednesday Fitness Class | 9:00am Thursday Spin Class | 7:00am

Friday Fitness Class | 7:00am Kids Club | 6:00pm

Saturday Cardio Tennis | 10:00am Pickleball | 11:00am Tennis Tots | 12:00pm

DECEMBER Friday, December 3 | Golf Shop Christmas Party Saturday, December 4 | Santa Scramble Benefiting Toys for Tots Saturday, December 4 | Santa Breakfast Saturday, December 4 | Holiday Soiree Thursday, December 9 | Champagne Lunch Thursday, December 9 | Grape Nuts "Sparkling the Night Away" Friday, December 10 | Champagne Lunch Friday, December 10 | Golf Shop Christmas Sale Saturday, December 11 | 6th Annual Angel Tree Open Sunday, December 12 | Santa Brunch Saturday, December 18 | Santa's Pickleball Round Robin Friday, December 31 | New Year's Eve Candlelight Dinner

See you at the club!

To sign up for these events and to view additional events, please visit the Sedgefield calendar of events online.