Grow the Game:
Grant Carey
Membership Magazine September 2020
BOARD OF GOVERNORS
CONTENTS 1
Great People Make Favorite Places
2 Membership 3
Ă€ la Carte Dining
4 Aquatics 5
Club & Private Events
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Fitness & Wellness
9 Golf 10 Grounds 11
Racquets
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Snapshot - Grow the Game: Grant Carey
EVENTS CALENDAR Event location, time, and date is subject to change due to restrictions regarding COVID-19 Virtual Events
September 3 - Wine Society: The Applied Science of Taste 4 - Friday Pool Party: Hawaiian Luau
13 - Fall Planters Workshop To-Go 16 - Trivia Night (TBD) 19 - Cars, Coffee, & Crepes
7 - Labor Day at the Pool
16 - Trivia Night (TBD)
MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE The Membership Committee welcomes comments from the BCC membership regarding any of the foregoing candidates. All communication with the Membership Committee is held in strict confidence. The current members of the Membership Committee and their contact information are as follows: Mary Briggs, Chair mary.briggs@hotmail.com | 410.241.4132 Timothy Bojanowski tim@zestsms.com | 443.465.2950 Sharon D. Credit sharoncredit@gmail.com | 410.303.6242 Jeffrey E. Gordon jeg51168@gmail.com | 443.465.1494
October 1 - Wine Society: Autumn Wines & Game
Martin P. Brunk, President Thomas E. Carroll, Vice President Elizabeth R. Sieck, Secretary Hugh W. Mohler, Jr., Treasurer Mason M. Champion Raymond C. Daue, Jr. Joseph C. Huddle Edward M. Joffe, Jr. Gregory E. Johnston Paul D. McKinnell Leslie C. Rose S. Gale Woods
23 - Gentlemen's Night 25 - Fall Fest 29 - Adult Pumpkin Carving
November 5 - Wine Society: Tastings & Turkey
18 - Trivia Night (TBD)
13 - Oyster Roast
26 - Thanksgiving Dinner
26 - Turkey Trot
Marianne Huddle bednarz401@yahoo.com | 917.439. 6212 Gregory E. Johnston gregjohnston@outlook.com | 410.382.7798 Matthew S. Thompson mthompson@lothorian.com | 410.935.9806
RECEPTION
15 - Daddies, Donuts, & Duckpins
Roland Park 410.889.4400 Five Farms 410.252.6505
ON THE COVER
Hours Saturday & Sunday 9:00am-9:00pm Monday 9:00am-5:00pm Tuesday-Friday 8:30am-9:00pm
BCC member Grant Carey stands on the first tee of our Championship East Course.
Great People Make Favorite & Safer Places BCC has created an actionable statement that helps define our philosophy known as The Simple Truth: Great People Make Favorite Places. Below is a small sample of staff members who are helping to make BCC your favorite place.
June Staff Member of the Month Rebecca Hill, Server We would like to congratulate our June Staff Member of the Month, server, Rebecca Hill! She joined our BCC team in 2018 and has been an asset to the Food & Beverage team. This summer, she has been a key server for the team and is best known for her great attitude at our Pool Café. She’s always the first to lend a helping hand and is willing to do anything asked. Becca has received compliments from several members for being courteous, attentive, and fun to be around. Congratulations to Becca for receiving this well-deserved award!
Exceptional Leadership Award Dustin Heflin, Banquet Chef Congratulations to our Banquet Chef Dustin for receiving the Exceptional Leadership Award! He joined our BCC team in August 2017 and has shown his incredible work ethic ever since! According to our Executive Chef Jallet, Dustin's "yes” attitude is refreshing and he is always willing to help his co-workers. But above all his cooking abilities and flavor profiles are always on point! In midst of the current COVID-19 pandemic, Dustin provided a great product with our Curbside Family Meals and BCC Cares programs. We congratulate Dustin on this well-deserved award!
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MEMBERSHIP
WELCOME TO THE CLUB! New member bios can be viewed on our website under Membership.
Ms. Hayley Evans
Mr. Richard Polansky
Mrs. Lynda Schultz
PROPOSED FOR MEMBERSHIP The following prospective members were posted for membership in the Club at the August 11, 2020 virtual meeting of the Membership Committee. Proposed
Proposer
Mr. Todd Evans
Mr. Tyler Feeley
Mrs. Maggie Evans
Mr. Tyler Feeley
Mr. Michael Fafaul Jr.
Mr. Brian Hartman
Dr. Rachel Rudo
Mr. Harry Rudo
Do you know someone who would be a great addition to the Club? Contact our Director of Membership at membership@bcc1898.com or call 410.554.8004 for information on how to propose members.
Safety First! For the safety of your fellow members and the BCC team, please be mindful of the safety guidelines below:
Masks must be worn indoors A health questionnaire is required for all Club visits
6 FT PARTIES OF
6 OR LESS PER TABLE
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Physical distancing (six feet) must be maintained at all times Per the Governor's order, no more than six patrons to a table for dining (exception for members of the same household) September 2020
BYLAWS RESOLUTION
Article VII: Transfer of Membership Section 6. Transfer to Golfing – By written request, a Class A, Class B, Class D, Class H, or Junior member may, subject to the availability of golfing memberships, transfer from Non-Golf to a Golf classification upon the payment of the difference between the Non-Golf and Golf initiation fees in place at the time of transfer based on the eldest spouse. In the case of a married couple, where one spouse is a golf member and the other is social, the couple would pay the difference to upgrade their family, rather than the individual upgrade fee in their age category. A member shall remain in his or her golfing classification for at least twelve (12) months.
À LA CARTE DINING
Generous Pour September POWELL & SONS WINES SPECIAL
Click here to om watch a video fr er Beverage Manag d Patrick Owens an l el w David Po himself!
In September, BCC will be featuring the wines of David Powell and his son Calum Powell in their Powell & Son project. These wines are from the Barossa and Eden Valleys of Australia. For 10 years, David Powell was the Head Winemaker at the esteemed Torbreck Estate in Australia, known for their balanced yet forceful shiraz. He left in 2013 to pursue a passion project with his son Calum. The wines they produce are expressive of their environment and have a silky, luscious texture. These wines not only taste good, but feel good as well. ◆
Pour Promotion
$28++ per person per evening for unlimited pours of any one of these five Powell & Son wines* Powell & Son, Barossa Valley, GSM Blend
Although soft and sensuous, its vibrant palate is supported by grainy tannins and a long finish, resulting in a wine whose ultimate expression is far greater than the sum of its parts.
Powell & Son, Riesling, Eden Valley, Australia 2018
You don’t know Riesling until you try this wine. Dry, brisk, yet generous, with an unyielding mineral core seasoned with ripe orchard fruit and orange blossom flowers. Drink with all salads, shrimp, vegetables, and any of the appetizers on our menu.
Powell & Son, Roussanne/Marsanne, Barossa Valley, Australia 2018
Drink this with crab cakes, and then lean back, relax, and enjoy life to the fullest. If you like white Rhône Valley wines, you will love this.
Powell & Son, ‘Riverside GSM’, Red Blend, Barossa Valley, Australia 2017
Full-bodied yet floral and fine, with a silky texture, cherry fruit, and a bit of earthy depth.
Powell & Son, Shiraz, Barossa Valley, Australia 2016
Packs a wallop, with intense blackberry, plum, and licorice notes, set on a dense body, with sink-your-teeth-into-them tannins and black pepper and Earl Grey tea details on the finish. Great focus.
*Dine-in only | Offer only valid at dinner with the purchase of an entrée | Each pour is 3 oz
September Shiraz Special We will be offering one of the flagship single-vineyard shiraz from Powell & Son! The ‘Loechel’ Shiraz, Eden Valley, Australia 2016 Regularly $280; Now half price—$140! From 70-year-old vines on granitic soils in the Eden Valley, the 2016 Loechel Shiraz features bright, floral aromas, hints of crushed stone and a tight, unyielding core of blueberry fruit. It’s medium to full-bodied, firm, and concentrated, with plenty of aging potential. Dine-in only | Not offered by the glass | Participation in $28++ Generous Pour September promotion not required for special price 3
AQUATICS
We've Extended Our Pool Season!
In order to ensure our members get the most out of the pool this season, we are excited to announce the Pool Complex will be open weekends in September! The Pool Café will also be available with a limited menu.
September Hours Fridays
Saturdays
Sundays
September 11, 18, 25
September 12, 19, 26
September 13, 20, 27
3:00pm-7:30pm
10:00am-11:30am
10:00am-11:30am
12:00pm-3:00pm
12:00pm-3:00pm
3:30pm-7:30pm
3:30pm-7:00pm
Reservation Reminders • Guests are permitted for pool use and pool dining Friday-Sunday • Pool use will not be permitted without a reservation • Reservations can be made up to one week in advance • The maximum number of individuals per reservation will be six • Walk-ins will not be permitted at this time • Members will not be permitted to reserve consecutive time slots in advance, but will be able to request an additional consecutive time slot in person at the pool front desk or by calling 410.554.8022 (based on waitlist availability)
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• Members, guests, Au Pairs, and babysitters will be required to complete the Health Questionnaire before visiting the pool • Reservations must be cancelled at least 24 hours before your reservation time to not accrue a $25 fee. Members will not be penalized in the event of inclement weather or if their reservation reduces in number • Your reservation will be held for 15 minutes before your spot is given to a party on the waitlist. If you are running late, please call the pool front desk at 410.554.8022 to notify our staff
CLUB EVENTS
UPCOMING CLUB EVENTS
RSVP: Club Calendar • Cancellation policy applies unless stated otherwise • *Complimentary for children under 4 Adult Events Family Events Children's Events Featured Events This event location, time, and date is subject to change due to restrictions regarding COVID-19 Events with this symbol will be hosted virtually
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WINE SOCIETY: THE APPLIED SCIENCE OF TASTE on page 7
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FRIDAY POOL PARTY: HAWAIIAN LUAU Five Farms Pool Complex • 5:30pm-7:30pm Adults $30++ | Children (4-12) $20++* Beverages by Chit; Pool Attire; Limited Snack Bar Available; Pool Reservation Required; Cancellation Policy Does Not Apply
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BCC FIREWORKS Five Farms • Fireworks Begin at 8:30pm Adults $15++ | Children (4-12) $10++* Spaces Will Be Assigned; Snack Package & Beverages Available (Must be purchased in advance); Country Club Casual
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LABOR DAY AT THE POOL
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FALL PLANTERS WORKSHOP TO-GO
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TRIVIA NIGHT (TBD) Five Farms • 6:00pm-9:00pm $45++ per Person (Includes dinner & glass of wine) Call to Make a Reservation; Cocktails by Chit; Country Club Casual
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CARS, COFFEE, & CREPES
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WINE SOCIETY: AUTUMN WINES & GAME Zoom • 6:30pm-8:00pm Free to Wine Society Members $30++ Non-Wine Society Members Additional Cocktails by Chit; Country Club Casual
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TRIVIA NIGHT (TBD) Five Farms • 6:00pm-9:00pm $45++ per Person (Includes dinner & glass of wine) Call to Make a Reservation; Cocktails by Chit; Country Club Casual
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GENTLEMEN'S NIGHT Roland Park • 6:00pm-10:00pm Get the guys together for a night of fun! $65++ per Person (Guests welcome!) Blue Jeans & Bow Ties; Beer, Cocktails, & Cigars by Chit
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FALL FEST Roland Park • Times TBD (See Club Calendar for Updates) Activities, crafts, games, DJ, and festive buffet! Adults $50++ | Children (4-12) $35++ | Children (2-3) $25++ | Complimentary for Children Under 2 Beverages by Chit; Country Club Casual (Costumes Encouraged)
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ADULT PUMPKIN CARVING Five Farms • 8:00pm It's time for the adults to have some Halloween fun! Make a reservation in À la Carte then carve a pumpkin. $25++ Per Person (Includes one cocktail) Additional Cocktail by Chit; Country Club Casual
Canceling reservations 2 to 7 days prior to a Club social event results in a 50% charge of the original fee, while canceling within 48 hours results in a 100% charge, unless otherwise stated. | $++ Denotes tax & service fees
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CLUB EVENTS
November
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WINE SOCIETY: TASTINGS & TURKEY Zoom • 6:30pm-8:00pm Free to Wine Society Members $30++ Non-Wine Society Members Additional Cocktails by Chit; Country Club Casual
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TRIVIA NIGHT (TBD) Five Farms • 6:00pm-9:00pm $45++ per Person (Includes dinner & glass of wine) Call to Make a Reservation; Cocktails by Chit; Country Club Casual
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OYSTER ROAST Roland Park • 6:00pm-9:00pm Enjoy live music and food! $70++ per Person (Includes pitchers of draft beer) Country Club Casual; Additional Cocktails by Chit; Cocktailing Restricted to Dining Tables Only
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DADDIES, DONUTS, & DUCKPINS Roland Park • 10:00am-11:30am $15++ per Adult & Child $10++ per Additional Adult or Child Donuts, coffee, milk & juice included! Country Club Casual (Denim Allowed); Assigned Lanes
TURKEY TROT: 5K RUN OR 1-MILE WALK Five Farms • 8:30am-10:30am (Race begins at 9:00am) Join us for our 13th Annual Turkey Trot! $20++ per Person (Includes continental breakfast) Complimentary for children under 2 Cocktails by Chit; Athletic Attire; Walk-ins Welcome Register by 11/15 for a commemorative t-shirt
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THANKSGIVING DINNER Roland Park • 12:00pm-4:00pm Adults $60++ | Children (4-12) $20++* Family-style meal with table-side carving and live music! To-go orders available via Club Calendar; No Á la Carte Available; Cocktails by Chit; Holiday Attire; Private Rooms available contact events@bcc1898.com
PRIVATE EVENTS
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CLUB EVENTS
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FITNESS & WELLNESS
Your SAFETY IS Our PRIORITY PHASE II TESTIMONIALS
8 WEEKS TO WELLNESS
with Certified Health, Wellness, & Life Coach Vanessa O’Brey
Starts September 13 | Zoom Experience a positive sustainable difference in your well-being. Whether you are looking for weight loss, improved energy, alleviated stress, to eat better, improve digestion, or just improve your overall well-being, 8 Weeks to Wellness is for you. Vanessa will be at your side providing tools and resources as you learn to apply strategies and tactics to your lifestyle. Through 8 Weeks to Wellness, you will learn lifestyle habits and improve your overall health. We all have habits, some are health promoting and some health destroying. Vanessa will guide you through small habit changes and teach you how to make lasting, sustainable changes in your life. With a group coaching approach, you are not alone on your journey: • Each of the weekly group Zoom coaching calls give you a motivating combination of education, insights, and action steps • Get individual feedback and coaching plus the opportunity to share your experience with your fellow 8 Weeks to Wellness members • Experience positive change in your wellness Health Investment: $499 Program includes eight one-hour Zoom group coaching sessions, 21Day Reset cleanse, group texts, and weekly handouts Maximum 6 participants | Register by September 10 Registration is required in advance by emailing Vanessa O’Brey at vobrey@bcc1898.com
SENSIBLE WELLNESS FOR EVERYONE (4-PART SERIES) with Yoga Therapist/Instructor Rebecca Printen
INVITE: Part I of IV
Part I of exploring different aspects of wellness. Learn to set intentions, meditate, and invite more gratitude and peace into your life. Saturday, September 12 | 1:00pm-2:30pm | Group Exercise Studio $35 Per Person Bring a mat, blanket, pen, paper, and wear comfortable clothing Minimum 5 participants; maximum 10 participants Registration is required in advance via the Fitness Calendar (BCC Website) or the Calendar (BCC Mobile App) 8
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I'm 70 and I've been lifting wights as fitness client for 16 years. COVID-19 caused me to rethink my approach to my strength, balance, and flexibility. I have also been trying to find something to do together with my wife that she enjoyed. We started taking Yoga with Rebecca Printen several months via Zoom. We thoroughly enjoy it. Not much can help my golf game, but I know that my back doesn't hurt anymore after I play. - Kevin Carney, Member
My husband and I have LOVED being able to take fitness classes and personal training with Jessica Taylorson on Zoom while the Fitness Center has been closed. And even though it is reopened, we have so enjoyed being able to work out in the comfort and safety of our own home that we plan to continue for the foreseeable future. We have even been able to take classes or train while we are on vacation and even when Jessica’s on vacation! Thanks to Janine and Jessica for making this possible! - Linda Huganir & Lee Coplan, Members
I have been working out with Janine since the gym reopened as part of Phase 2. Working out with Janine is always a lot of fun! We work on golf related exercises and stretches that will translate over to the course. Getting back into a regular training program during COVID-19 has been beneficial for a lot of reason, however, knowing my safety is put first has made me comfortable and glad I can be back working out in the gym. Everything piece of equipment I touch is cleaned by Janine, as well as her wearing a face mask and gloves. Love being back, thanks Janine! - Greg Johnston, Member
GOLF
TIPS from the Pros The Secret to More Distance
By Nick Cannon, Head Golf Professional During this pandemic, we have not only experienced record number of rounds but an increase in demand for instruction. With golf being one of the few limited activities, members are spending plenty of time trying to improve their golf games. One of the most common requests I get during a lesson is to assist a player in hitting the ball further throughout their entire bag. The following tip will provide you with a simple thought when trying to work on increasing distance in your game: The downswing is started by the lower body and how we use it will largely determine how far we hit the ball. Many amateur golfers typically leave so much distance on the table by not allowing the pelvis to first slide and then rotate toward the target. The move we want to make is very similar to a powerlifter’s squat.
In the photo above, the inflatable ball stays between the thighs as we swing to the top. We should sense our glute and core muscles working as our lower body stays stable to the ground. As we begin the downswing, we start to feel like we are pushing into the ground causing the inflatable ball to drop. This allows our pelvis to rotate forward and enables us to use the ground to generate more clubhead speed. A high percentage of golfers try to generate more clubhead speed by swaying off the ball which ultimately causes us to be less stable and lose distance. I guarantee if you can incorporate the powerlifter’s squat theory into your swing you will see a dramatic change in added distance in your game. ◆
Navigating the Rough By Joanna Coe, PGA Assistant Director of Instruction Sure, we would all love to stripe tee shots right down the center of the fairway on every Par 4 or 5, but even on our best ball striking days, we will most likely face several shots from the rough. We are all aware of how thick and difficult the rough can get at Five Farms! In order to successfully escape those thick lies out of the rough, we must assess the lie, change our setup, and swing with a steep angle of attack. ◆ ASSESS THE LIE • If the golf ball is sitting in the first cut of rough or more on top of the blades of grass, congratulations! You have a "good" lie. You have the ability to select a variety of clubs depending on the yardage. The ball will come out with less spin so keep that in mind with rollout • If your golf ball is surrounded by grass, buried, or in fescue, you have a "bad" lie. Your club selection is limited. Grab that high lofted club and plan on conservatively getting your ball back in play. It is hard to predict the outcome out of thick rough, but plan on the ball coming out with less spin and not much speed
SETUP • Play the ball slightly back in your stance • Position your body weight a bit more towards your lead foot. Make sure you don’t just slide your hips forward. Make sure the buttons of your shirt are pointing down just in front of the ball. • Keep a firm grip on the club
SWING • The goal of the setup and the swing is to steepen your angle of attack. This will limit the amount of interaction your club has with the grass resulting in a stronger shot. A shallow attack angle may result in tops, chunks, or even whiffs • Keep your weight on your lead foot throughout the swing • Increase your wrist hinge during the takeaway to get the clubhead up and on a steeper plane • Abbreviate your follow through. This will help you control the clubface
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GROUNDS
GREENKEEPER'S UPDATE By Tim Kennelly, CGCS, Head Greenkeeper at their absolute weakest point when activity at the Club remains especially high. With favorable weather, the 007 bentgrass will regenerate new roots, but as you can see by the photo they are currently rather shallow 1/8-1/4˝.
Traditionally, July is the hottest month of the year and 2020 was no exception. In fact, records were broken with 6,934 rounds of golf combined with a weather record for the most 90+ degree days in any month in the Baltimore area, beating out July 2011 by a day with 25 days (records dating back to 1872). Unfortunately, weather in the form of excessive moisture, high heat, and damage from untimely thunderstorms has placed additional stress on the playing areas. The combination of high soil temperatures with saturated soils resulted in rapid loss of turf roots and damage to bentgrass on selected areas on both courses. In August, moisture and temperatures were slightly above normal. Under the current weather conditions, there are little to no rooting structure and under bright sunny days, the plant goes under moisture stress and begins to wilt or turn blue or yellow. The only way to keep the plant from dying is to apply light amounts of water multiple times per day, either by staff with a hose or by turning on sprinklers. It’s very discouraging to have to apply water to an already saturated and wet soil, regardless of how light, but it’s necessary in order for the grass to survive. Unfortunately, the playing surfaces are 10
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With days getting shorter, we hope for cooler nights and warm days to hasten recovery to allow the rooting structure to recover. Spots on certain fairways will be reseeded or sodded. Where necessary, carts have been restricted from the fairways to allow the seed to germinate and establish. With little to no rooting structure we need your help. When operating a golf cart, please use caution applying brakes and making sharp turns on the fairways. Damage will occur as shown by the photo above. Good news—each of the bermudagrass tees that were installed last year on the Driving Range and West Course are in tremendous condition. The tees on the course show little to no signs of divoting or traffic stress compared to the bentgrass tees on the courses. Bermudagrass is a warm season grass that performs best in the hottest and most humid environments, which correlates with our busiest time of year for play. Take a look, the results are undeniable! ◆
RACQUETS
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GROW the GAME: Grant Carey By Alexandra Craft, Director of Membership & Communications
“No matter what endeavor Grant chooses in life, he is someone you can truly root for,” said BCC Assistant Director of Instruction Joanna Coe. Being part of a team and being a good teammate are part of what inspired Grant Carey to join the golf team in high school. Growing up playing a variety of sports, Grant says he always gravitated towards golf. “It’s physical, but it doesn’t involve super-athleticism,” he explained. Grant competed as a varsity golfer at Gilman School where he was regarded as a top competitor in the Maryland Interscholastic Athletic Association (MIAA), and finished top 10 in the league championships in 2019.
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In the MIAA, competitors play in foursomes and work closely with their teammate to read the greens and give advice about each hole. “When you have a teammate there, and you’re both working towards a common goal, it’s nice to have the camaraderie where you want to succeed with one another. It’s something you don’t get in golf too often,” said Grant. The feeling of playing for more than just himself really drove Grant to be successful on his varsity team. He believes a lot of the good that comes from playing sports is focused around teamwork and working towards team success rather than simply winning as an individual. The long bus rides to and from matches, talking about the course before a match, comparing notes about specific holes at the end of the day, and remembering specific shots that he and his teammates hit are among his favorite memories playing for Gilman. The camaraderie of sharing a singular purpose with a small group of players was an incredible bonding experience; “...these memories [will] stick with me...”
The principles of golf also ring true to Grant’s character. His coach at Gilman always emphasized to “win with class, lose with class,” and that’s the motto Grant has applied throughout his high school golf career, and carried over into his life philosophy.
Win with class, lose with class. A recent Gilman graduate, Grant remembers how his early successes with the golf team inspired him and sparked his passion for the game. Grant’s sophomore year he was teamed up with a senior in a match against Mt. Saint Joe High School. In a Better Ball format the pair made eight birdies through 12 holes together. “He was playing really well, I was playing really well, so we fed off each other. When you’re watching someone else having one of their best days it makes you feel like you want to have your best day,” said Grant. When asked about his most successful round of golf, Grant proudly shares “I shot four under [par] a couple of weeks ago...”. There aren’t many golfers that have even shot par on a golf course yet Grant, who was born with physical challenges that have amounted to several surgeries on his hip and a permanent physical disability, does not let anything slow him down. “I don’t know anything different, I’ve had this my whole life. I can’t balance on my left leg, so it’s been a difference in my golf game,” explained Grant. In a sport where so much of your power comes from the shifting of weight from the back to front foot as
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...how well you play on your bad days is what will define you on the course. has incredible touch around the greens. He creates his power from his strong arms, core, and shoulders. It’s absolutely amazing to watch him hit a golf ball,” said Coe enthusiastically. He has worked tirelessly to connect his mind with his body to get to a point where he is now able to perform at the highest level. When discussing the future and opportunities for individuals with physical challenges Grant is hopeful for the moments golf will create for people like him. “I know the paralympics are becoming bigger and bigger, and they’re adding more sports. I definitely think that will help golfers like me compete at a really high level.” shared Grant.
Grant and his Gilman teammates.
you follow through, Grant has worked to adapt his game to gain control and channel his power. Grant hasn’t allowed his physical challenges to hold him back from achieving athletic success and is known for his determination, grace under pressure, and unparalleled sportsmanship. It’s clear that Grant’s team at Gilman regarded him as an incredible asset as well. In his senior year, his coaches and teammates made him the male nominee for the Gilman Unsung Hero Award, and from there he was selected as the male winner of the McCormick Unsung Hero Award. This honor is given to recognize athletes for unselfish team play and to highlight the efforts of those who contribute to the success of their teams without acclaim. Out of 114 athletes from a variety of sports nominated from Baltimore Area Schools, Grant was selected to receive the Grand Prize scholarship.
“The good thing about golf is that it’s a sport where even if you’re not competing against people, you’re still always trying to get better and you can play for your entire life” said Grant. Golf has taught Grant patience and positivity. “You’re always going to have bad holes and you’re always going to play [poorly] sometimes,” said Grant. But he cites the importance of not letting one bad hole or one bad game keep you down. “One of the keys is just trying to move on and focus on the positives and focus on the future;” a mentality that Grant says has helped him not only with his golf game, but with life. Consistency on the course has been key for Grant, who emphasizes how well you play on your bad days is what will define you on the course. Today, Grant can be seen around BCC practicing for countless hours, honing his skills individually, and playing friendly matches with fellow members. He also works closely with his Swing Coach, “Grant is explosive off the tee and
It’s absolutely amazing to watch him hit a golf ball. He will be attending Villanova in the fall with plans to play on the club team as a freshman and hopes his play will earn him a spot on varsity team as a sophomore. With a bright future ahead, Grant’s fans and supporters have no doubt he’ll achieve great things. In the words of Joanna Coe: “Grant is a fine young man who embodies all the important qualities you learn on the golf course.” ◆
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