Missouri Athletic Club, Cherry Diamond, February 2020

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A FOUNDATION Worth Celebrating

Missouri Athletic Club Founded in 1903 FEBRUARY 2020 Cherry Diamond STAFF Publisher – Kevin Cantwell Director of Communications – Jim Wilson Content Marketing Manager/Managing Editor – Robyn Dexter Communications Coordinator – Kelsey Sims Photographer – Daniel von Seckendorff Design – Lilyann Rice General Manager – Wallace L. Smith To advertise, contact Kelsey Sims at 314-539-4459 or ksims@mac-stl.org.

The Cherry Diamond Vol. 114/No. 2 (USPS: 102-560) is published monthly by the Missouri Athletic Club, 405 Washington Ave., St. Louis, MO 63102, (314) 231-7220.

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BOARD OF GOVERNORS Officers Kevin Cantwell – President Tracy Beckette – Vice President John Pennington – Second Vice President Tim Malyszko – Secretary Mark Brandom – Treasurer Class of 2020 Tracy Beckette, Mark Brandom, Kevin Cantwell, Tim Malyszko, John Pennington Class of 2021 Gene Frederic III, Daniel Lett, Cheri McLaughlin Jeffery Moore, Nat Walsh Class of 2022 Julie Ahrling, Matt Gross, Angie Minges, Duke Niedringhaus, Aaron Pawlitz

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TO THANK MEMBERS FOR THEIR SUPPORT OF THE PRESERVATION FOUNDATION, THE MAC WILL HOST THE PRESERVATION FOUNDATION BALL ON SATURDAY, FEB. 15. TO LEARN MORE CONTACT CYNTHIA GOUDY AT 314-539-5474.

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Features

7 First Quarter Financial Report 13 Toni Atchison Retires

14 Phase Two Construction 16 Preservation Foundation Ball

Departments

2 Upcoming Events 4 President’s Column 5 Past President’s Column 6 General Manager’s Column 8 Membership 10 Dining 12 Around the Club

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On the Cover

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18 Athletics 24 Youth Programs 27 Wellness 29 Clubs Within the Clubs 32 MAC Past 33 Snapshots

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The 2020 Women of Distinction Luncheon will honor six women from the St. Louis area.

Get a $10 discount for summer camp when you register before March 31.

The number of years Toni Atchinson worked at the Club.

Dan Lett was named the 105th president of the MAC. In the first quarter of the Club’s fiscal year, the Club made $433,000 in Overnight Rooms Revenue.

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>> upcoming events

February

Orientation to Club Governance (DT) THURSDAY, FEB. 5 Attention all members who are interested in serving on the MAC Board of Governors or one of the five official MAC Committees: There will be an informal presentation/discussion for any MAC member who is considering being a candidate for the Board of Governors or interested in serving on one of the MAC’s committees. Refreshments and light hors d’oeuvres will be provided.

5:30-7:30 p.m.

Register online.

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Preservation Foundation Ball (DT)

Good Fellowship Day (DT)

SATURDAY, FEB. 15

SATURDAY, FEB. 22

This event is to honor and thank members who have donated to the exterior restoration of the Downtown Clubhouse with an evening full of dancing, entertainment, an open bar and a four-course sit down dinner.

6 p.m. – Reception 7 p.m. – Dinner 8:30 p.m. – Program 9 p.m. – Dancing For more information about attending this event, contact Cynthia Goudy at 314-797-5474.

Gather for some camaraderie and competition at this annual event. This is a great event for new members to experience the wide variety of athletics and good-hearted competition that the MAC offers.

9 a.m-3 p.m.

Lunch served at 11 a.m.

Event is complimentary Call 314-539-4495 for questions. .

Annual Boxing Championship (DT) SOLD OUT THURSDAY, FEB. 27 Enjoy cocktails, dinner and camaraderie at the annual MAC boxing championship.

6 p.m. – Cocktails and cigars (included) 7 p.m. – Dinner (Cocktails by subscription only) 8 p.m.– Boxing

Pre-Order Drinks for the Annual Boxing Championship Domestic Buckets – $20 Boxing Wine List: Sonoma Chardonnay – $42 Siduri Pinot Noir – $44 Logan Ferrell – $50 Rombauer Cabernet – $100 Caymus – $160 Opus – $500

March

St. Patrick’s Day Parade (DT) SATURDAY, MARCH 14 Take a ride on the MAC float and pass out candy and goodies to the crowd.

11 a.m.- Depart from Downtown Clubhouse 12 p.m.- Parade begins Register online or contact Katie Maurer at kmaurer@mac-stl.org to ride aboard the float.

USE THE WEBSITE

to Register for Events

1. Login to the website (www.mac-stl.org).

2. From the member homepage, register for all events through the web calendar.

Access the calendar the following ways: F My MAC > Calendar > Club Events F Within the Quick Links box under Reservations > Events Reservations can also be made by calling: F Downtown: 314-539-4470 F West: 314-539-4490 For any login or registration questions, contact webmaster@mac-stl.org.

No shows will be charged in full.

Please call with your own reservation.

Cancellations must be made at least 72 hours before the event to avoid a one-third charge.

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from the president February will be a busy time around the Club!

We have so many activities and exciting events scheduled so we added an extra day to the month.

After months of construction, Phase Two at the West Clubhouse will be open in February.

This renovation was a direct result of the 2017 Membership Survey. Eighty-two (82%) percent of our members voted that the fitness facilities were the major factor in retaining their membership at our prestigious Club. The Board of Governors has worked closely with staff to deliver a center that can meet all your fitness and physical training requirements over the past three years. If you have not worked out, taken a fitness class, or just dropped by to see the new set up, please do. You will see your requests have been met and certainly exceeded.

Thank you to the Board of Governors and staff for working together to deliver excellence.

On Feb. 15, the Club will host the Preservation Foundation Ball to support the Building on Tradition Campaign. This fun evening of dining and dancing is a thank you and recognition of the supporters of this important project. This campaign has raised funds to focus on the restoration of the exterior of our Downtown Clubhouse. The building is on the National Historical list and a focal point on Washington Avenue. If you have not signed up to attend, please do so as soon as possible.

I have chosen to honor Past President Kim Tucci (‘97-‘98) this month. Kim, along with Past Presidents Gerry Ortbals (‘02-‘03) and Don Gunn (‘75-‘76), were the founders of the Preservation Foundation. Their leadership and foresight allowed us to continue to invest in our bricks and mortar.

I was honored to call Kim a friend and mentor. I would meet him for breakfast to get his guidance and direction. Past President Gunn was at the last breakfast I had with Kim. We commented that having breakfast with Kim was like sitting with the Pope. An hour-long breakfast was 45 minutes of people coming by

to kiss his ring. He was a legend at the MAC and in the community. We were blessed to have him so committed to the MAC. His spirit lives on in the Club and with the Preservation Foundation Ball.

The MAC Herman Trophy Banquet was a sell-out and a celebration of collegiate soccer.

Thank you to Past Governor Greg Beekman and his wife, Annie, along with Jim Wilson, MAC Communications Director, for hosting an evening of excellence. Stanford junior midfielder Catarina Macario and Clemson junior forward Robbie Robinson were presented as the winners of the 2019 MAC Hermann Trophy, presented by World Wide Technology, at the annual banquet. U.S. Women’s National Team Star and former Hermann Trophy Winner Kelley O’Hara was the featured speaker.

The MAC can only be as good as the member leadership that works with the staff to deliver the value-added experience the member expects. On Thursday, Feb. 5 at the Downtown Clubhouse we will be hosting the second Orientation to Club Governance. For any members that are interested in serving on the MAC Board of Governors or one of the five official MAC Committees, this is the time to explore the opportunities. There will be an informal presentation and overview of what is required. My three years on the board are flying by, and I am thankful for having the opportunity to work with many outstanding members and staff. As another incentive, refreshments and light hors d’oeuvres will be served. I hope to see as many people in the Art Lounge, starting at 5:30, as we did previous event at the West Clubhouse.

The annual Good Fellowship Day will be Saturday, Feb. 22 at the Downtown Clubhouse.

This long-time tradition invites new and existing members to experience the wide variety of athletics and events that are hosted by the Club. The old and new come together for a fun day of sports, food and libations. The event is complimentary.

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The MAC in February cannot be the MAC without the annual Boxing Championship on Thursday, Feb. 27. If you don’t have tickets, please call catering, and we will place you on the waiting list. This year’s event sold out in 20 minutes. The evening starts at 6 p.m. with cocktails, 7 p.m. dinner and boxing at 8 p.m.

Mark your calendar now for two big events in April!

The Women of Distinction Luncheon is featured on April 3. The MAC honors six women from the St. Louis area that have proven themselves recipients for their demonstrations of excellence, growth, grit, determination and empathy. They are individuals who are making a difference in the community.

The MAC and the U.S. Basketball Writers Association will honor the nation’s top men’s and women’s players and coaches at the College Basketball Awards Banquet at Downtown Clubhouse on April 13.

At the Special Meeting of the Board of Governors held on Thursday, Jan. 16, the following were elected to serve as Officers for the 2020-2021 Board Year. The 105th President of the MAC is President-Elect Dan Lett. First Vice President is Governor Nat Walsh. Governor Jeff Moore was selected as the 2nd Vice President. Governor Gene Frederic will be the Secretary. The Treasurer for the 2020-2021 Board Year is Governor Cheri McLaughlin. The MAC is well-positioned for the future with these excellent leaders.

I am thankful that the leap year gave us an extra day in February. We needed it to add all the dining, social and athletic activities for our members.

Kevin Cantwell, President Missouri Athletic Club

Since 1903, the Missouri Athletic Club’s mission has been to be the premier athletic, dining, and social club for business, professional, and civic leaders and their families in the St. Louis region.

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PAST PRESIDENT TUCCI’S COLUMN FROM 1988

Each month, President Cantwell will invite a past president to attend the Board of Governors dinner as his special guest. To illustrate the continuity from past to present, the past president’s column from that month will run alongside the current president’s column in each issue of the Cherry Diamond.

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from the general manager Phase Two of the West Clubhouse fitness project is coming to a rapid close.

Modifications have been ongoing in that space since the property was acquired, but this comprehensive total space revamp is the result of a lot of dedicated Club leaders and staff working together for years. We started the conceptualization and program development of this project as a result of the 2017 survey and input from our members. I believe we are about to deliver, and we could not be more pumped for everyone to see, enjoy and use all we’ll have to offer. You no longer have need for separate yoga, spin or high-intensity interval training non-MAC studios or youth spaces for parties, camps and fun activities. You’ll have it all right here at the MAC. The last piece of Phase Two to be finalized was our kids’ areas. Through spirited discussions, sharing of ideas and opinions on how to best approach the space, the Board of Governors voted to approve our team-recommended, multi-faceted climbing wall elements in a part of the space from a company called Walltopia. (Google it to see what we’re talking about.)

Our team thoroughly researched and did in-depth studies of multiple options and came forward presenting their best approach for the room to our Planning Committee and then on up to our Board. We’re thrilled that the Board of Governors supported the idea and concept, and the ball is already in motion.

The youth activity room will be unveiled a few weeks after the opening of the other areas, due to equipment lead time, but we believe it will be the “cherry on top” and something we can look forward to and will be the project’s completion.

Upon the playing field in which I live, there are opinions from all directions of Club life. Imagine that. But, it’s always incredible

how we can debate, promote, disagree and agree in our board room and many times in very spirited fashion and that in the end, come up with what we believe are the best decisions and directions for the Club. The really astonishing and unique thing about the MAC (that always amazed me) is that after our Board meetings and the debates conclude, we move over to dinner and camaraderie. There is a very special MAC Board tradition I wish every member could experience where we go around the table and each person talks about what’s going on in their life, their family’s life and anything else important to them. At the conclusion of the last Board meeting, President Cantwell brought everybody together, and the shared dedication and love for the Club was so apparent. Our guests are almost always blown away, and again, it’s something I wish all of our members could really see and feel. In the end, everybody pulls together on whatever decisions were made and walks out united and with what’s best for the MAC as the drive of all we do.

As we wrap Phase Two, I need to toss my hat off to our remarkable staff team who have worked so hard and for so long on this project. Paul Helfrich has spent unbelievable hours researching equipment, best practices, programming, the competition and all the things that go into transforming this space.

He’s sat in countless meetings, all while being the front face to all of our fitness members who are in currently living in the cramped space and the dust. He never gets disappointed or rattled because he’s just so pumped with how the end product will look and function. Another big shout-out to Joy Holdmeier, who’s been so involved in our kids’ spaces, camps and programs.

She and her team, which includes Bobby Thornton and various counselors, put in so

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many hours of research and work. And of course, it’s all led by Jeff Tuhro, who has been knee-deep in this project for years. His vision, time and energy every step of the way have been invaluable. Also, huge thanks to clubhouse manager Darrin Harnetiaux, who’s been on the front line and in the dust every day. He has fielded so many questions and been our go-to guy. Thanks also go to our communications team, who have been keeping everyone posted on this project as it progresses.

We also owe thanks to our partners on this project, including Past Governor Chris Hyams, owner of G. S. & S. Construction.

They’ve done an amazing job pulling this together for us. I couldn’t be more thankful to be working with him and his talented team. I’d also like to thank Steve Burns and the V Three Studios architecture team, who envisioned years ago how this space could come together. Brenda Jones, owner of Design Expressions, and her team have once again knocked the design aspects out of the park. As a point of reference, this is the same team who envisioned, designed and created our 1903 bar and, of course, Phase One of the fitness areas.

Together, we can’t wait for you to see these spaces, enjoy our programing and take advantage of the new services coming down the line. We’re almost there, and we would like to thank everyone for their patience and support as we worked through this project and these tremendous upgrades for your Club. We believe you’re going to be as excited as we are.

See you at the Club,

Wally Smith, General Manager Missouri Athletic Club

The youth activity room will be unveiled a few weeks after the opening of the other areas, due to equipment lead time, but we believe it will be the “cherry on top” and something we can look forward to and will be the project’s completion.

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from the chief financial officer The first quarter of the Club’s fiscal year ended Nov. 30, 2019 and is off to a great start. Year-to-date the Club has experienced record performance in the following areas: F Overnight Rooms revenue of $433,000, an increase of $47,000 over the first quarter of last year F Rooms department profit of $221,000, nearly $18,000 greater than last year F Downtown Food & Beverage revenue totaling $1,236,000, which is $73,000 more than last year F Departmental operating revenue topping $3,197,000, a boost of $168,000 over last year Other areas of strong performance include: F Downtown Banquet revenue of $617,000, an increase of $33,000 over the first quarter of last year F West Banquet revenue totaling $133,000, slightly less than last year’s $138,000 F West Food & Beverage total revenue exceeding $659,000, down from last year’s $686,000 F Departmental Operating Net Income of $171,000 compared to last year’s record of $224,000 F Net Operating Cash Flow (net income before depreciation) of $651,000 compared to last year’s record of $710,000 Other benchmarks include: F Total dues-paying members of 2,412, up 38 from last year’s 2,374 F Unrestricted cash of $708,000 F The line of credit balance was zero F The Club’s long-term bank debt was $5,942,000 If you have any questions regarding the Club’s finances, please contact the Club’s Chief Financial Officer, Pam Roth, at 314-539-4400 or proth@mac-stl.org.

Pam Roth, Chief Financial Officer

Departmental Operating Revenue Fiscal Years 2015 through 2020 Year-to-date through November

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FINANCIAL REPORTS AVAILABLE The audited financial statements of the Missouri Athletic Club for the years ended Aug. 31, 2019 and 2018, are now available in the Club’s Accounting and Finance Department. Any member who would like a copy of the audited financial statements may request a copy from the Chief Financial Officer, Pam Roth.

The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of the Missouri Athletic Club (the “Club”), its wholly-owned subsidiary, MAC Redevelopment Corp. (the “Corporation”), and the Missouri Athletic Club Preservation Foundation (the “Foundation”), a related party under common control.

The Club generated operating revenue of $20,752,000 in 2019. This was up from $20,196,000 in 2018. Included in operating revenues are membership dues ($8,182,000 for 2019 and $7,885,000 for 2018), departmental operating revenues ($12,345,000 for 2019 and $12,118,000 for 2018), and initiation fees ($225,000 for 2019 and $193,000 for 2018).

Operating expenses totaled $20,915,000 in 2019, compared to $20,323,000 in 2018. Net non-operating revenues totaled $1,103,000 in 2019, compared to $1,022,000 in 2018. There was capital fee revenue of $1,183,000 in 2019, compared to $1,140,000 in 2018. There was a negative pension adjustment of $2,305,000

in 2019, compared to a positive pension adjustment of $408,000 in 2018.

The Club’s unrestricted net assets decreased by $1,365,000 to $6,455,000 at the end of 2019, from $7,820,000 at the end of 2018.

The corporation’s operating revenues were $216,000 in 2019. Operating expenses were $208,000. Net non-operating expenses were $20,000. Unrestricted net assets decreased by $12,000 to $744,000 at the end of 2019.

The Foundation’s operating revenues were $134,000 in 2019. Operating expenses were $252,000. Net non-operating revenue was $61,000. Unrestricted net assets decreased by $57,000 to negative $2,171,000 at the end of 2019.

The Club’s long-term debt at the end of 2019 was $6,032,000 and the Corporation had long-term debt of $179,000. The corresponding numbers at the end of 2018 were $6,234,000 and $371,000, respectively. At the end of 2019, the Club had unrestricted cash of $502,000 compared to $298,000 at the end of 2018. The balance on the line of credit was zero at the end of both fiscal years.

If you have any questions about the finances of the Club or any of its related entities, please contact Pam Roth, the club’s Chief Financial Officer at 314-539-4400, or proth@mac-stl.org.

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>> membership

Welcome Robert Barrows (Sharon) of Norwood Hills Country Club was nominated by John Scott.

Suzzanne Bouchard was nominated by Michael O’Reilly.

Thomas Brooks (Becky) of Nestle Purina was nominated by Andrew Walkte.

Steven Denny (Alecia) of Spencer Fane LLP was nominated by Aaron Pawlitz.

Jonathan Doss (Alexa) of Roberts, Wooten & Zimmer was nominated by Mark Bumgarner.

NE W M E M BE R S F ROM D ECE M BE R! Brennan Grone (Camilla) of Brightway Insurance was nominated by William Pfitzinger.

Nicholas Hall (Rita) was nominated by Robert Cross.

Michael Hanley (Daiba) of MR & Associates was nominated by Lee Hanley.

Joel Hundelt of Mueller Prost LC was nominated by Aaron Randolph.

Robert Laurentius of Schowalter & Jabouri was nominated by Ed Gilkerson.

Liz Felker (Charlie) of Spencer Fane LLP was nominated by Aaron Pawlitz.

Brian McAuliffe of Cerner Corporation was nominated by Joseph Lipic.

Chester Gloyd (Carola) of WWT was nominated by Dan Meckes.

Nicholas Meriage (Randi) of Pitzer Snodgrass, P.C. was nominated by Gary Snodgrass.

Robert Grone (Jeanne) of State Farm Insurance was nominated by William Pfitzinger.

Amy Oslica (James Dougherty) of Thompson Coburn, LLP was nominated by Steve Oslica.

Sergio Pantoja of FEFA was nominated by Kyle Jacobsmeyer.

Thomas Russell (Erin) of AB-InBev was nominated by Nate Keller.

Jeff Stauffer (Sheri) was nominated by Bob Connors.

Andy Streiff (Sydney) of Locker Dome was nominated by Paul Streiff.

Warren Sullivan (Louise) of Washington University was nominated by Kris Warner.

Sean Ullrich of Cornerstone Financial Consultants was nominated by Chris Caccarelli.

LEADING Proposer Congratulations to Carl Winters, the top proposer from 2019.

NOW ACCEPTING NOMINATIONS FOR THE 2020 BOARD OF GOVERNORS The Nominating Committee is currently seeking 10 qualified candidates to run for the 2020 Board of Governors. Don’t miss this rewarding chance to give back to your Club.

Not only is it a way to give back, but the experience is extremely rewarding. You will:

If you are interested in running, please contact these members of the Nominating Committee:

F Bring value-add to the MAC through your unique skills and abilities

Chairman, Mike Schoedel 314-854-8303

F Work with other MAC leaders and teams toward a shared goal F Have the opportunity to work with our professional and hardworking MAC staff F Gain further satisfaction in helping to educate other members about this great Club F Gain much more value from your membership.

F Develop a deep camaraderie with other members as you continue the legacy of the MAC through your leadership F Have FUN! 8 F Cherry Diamond F FEB 2020

Co-Chairman, Keith Phoenix 314-231-3332 Neal Perryman, Maureen Werner, Bill Swoboda, Becky Kingston Paul Reilly, Carl Winters, Tripp Zumwalt, Greg Beekman, Mike Hackett, Ray Stranghoener If you have questions about what board service is all about, feel free to contact any current Governor or Past Governor. They are more than happy to answer questions and share experiences.

Your letter of intent is due on or before March 2, 2020.

>> membership

DAN LETT ELECTED NEXT PRESIDENT The Missouri Athletic Club’s 15-member Board of Governors met on Jan. 16 and elected Dan Lett as the 105th President of the Club and named four other officers for 2020-2021. Nat Walsh will serve as first vice president, Jeff Moore as second vice president, Gene Frederic III as secretary and Cheri McLaughlin as treasurer.

Dan Lett joined the MAC in 1996 and has been an active member ever since. He has been part of the audit committee and the Rod and Gun Club and played basketball and squash at the Club. He is the Executive Vice President, Corporate Development and General Counsel of Bunzl Distribution North America. He and the rest of the officers will begin a one-year term of service starting this May.

L-R: SECOND VICE PRESIDENT JEFF MOORE, SECRETARY GENE FREDERIC III, FIRST VICE PRESIDENT NAT WALSH, PRESIDENT DAN LETT AND TREASURER CHERI MCLAUGHLIN

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>> dining

Valentine’s Day Weekend Menu Pre-Order Drinks for Boxing Night Lucky enough to snag a seat at the MAC’s annual boxing night? Now, pre-order drinks to share with friends while enjoying this sold-out event!

Domestic Buckets

$20

BOXING WINE LIST: Sonoma Chardonnay $42 Siduri Pinot Noir $44 Logan Ferrell $50 Rombauer Cabernet $100 Caymus $160 Opus $500

$80 per couple FIR ST COUR SE Harvest Salad Spinach, kale, pomegranate seeds, goat cheese, Roma tomatoes, pecans, cilantro blood orange vinaigrette ENTRÉES Beef Wellington Roast tenderloin with wild mushroom duxelles wrapped in buttery puff pastry, port wine reduction, duchess potatoes, squash medley Brown Butter Sea Bass Pan-seared in brown butter, topped with shiitake lemon white wine, rosemary roasted fingerlings, haricot verts and blistered tomatoes DES SERT Flourless Chocolate Cake Heart-shaped and raspberry filling covered in chocolate ganache

TAKE THE SHUTTLE! Enjoy dinner and drinks in the Jack Buck Grille before Blues and Billiken games. Then, take the MAC shuttle to and from the Downtown Clubhouse and the arenas. Return to the Grille afterwards to rehash the game highlights while having a drink with other members.

West Clubhouse

E VENT SPACES Interested in holding a meeting or party at the Missouri Athletic Club West Clubhouse?

No matter the size (5-100 people), the MAC has the space for each event. Know that the Clubhouse has the ability to design any of the spaces specific to every event and capability of audio visual, breakfast, lunch and dinner, even a post-meeting happy hour in the 1903 bar.

Contact Emma Pranger 314-539-4490 for any and all bookings at the West Clubhouse.

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M AC A R I O AND ROBINSON Awarded Hermann Trophy The MAC was filled on Jan. 3 to watch the Hermann Trophy be presented to the top male and female college soccer players in the country for the 2019 season. A packed crowd filled the Downtown Clubhouse as college soccer’s rising stars gathered for the presentation of the prestigious award.

Clemson University junior forward Robbie Robinson (Camden, S.C.) and Stanford University junior forward Catarina Macario (San Diego, Calif.) received the MAC Hermann Trophy — a 10-pound crystal soccer ball — as National Players of the Year in NCAA Division I men and women’s soccer based on voting conducted by NCAA Division I coaches.

Robinson clocked 18 goals, nine assists and 45 points over the course of 19 matches in the 2019 season. The 45 points put him at the No. 1 spot in the nation, and he tied for the national lead with 18 goals. His undeniable skills led to him being named ACC Offensive Player of the Year in 2019, and he was also named a First Team All-South Region honoree and a First Team All-American.

Macario received the Hermann Trophy for

ABOVE FROM LEFT: STANFORD’S CATARINA MACARIO WON THE HERMANN TROPHY FOR THE SECOND CONSECUTIVE YEAR; CLEMSON’S ROBBIE ROBINSON WON THE HERMANN TROPHY. THE FOLLOWING WEEK HE WAS THE NO. 1 OVERALL SELECTION IN THE MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER DRAFT.

the second time in a row. In the distinguished history of Stanford soccer, Macario set virtually every program record in 2019, scoring 32 goals with 23 assists while starting all 25 games. She led the nation in goals, assists, points, shots and game-winning goals.

Her point total (87) is the third-most in NCAA history and the most in program history by 22.

Former Hermann Trophy winner and U.S. Women’s Team star, Kelley O’Hara returned to the Club this year as the featured speaker.

TOP ROW: CLEMSON COACH MIKE NOONAN, ROBBIE ROBINSON WITH MAC SOCCER CO-CHAIRS GREG AND ANNIE BEEKMAN; HERMANN TROPHY FINALIST DYLAN NEALIS IS INTERVIEWED BY THE MEDIA; FORMER HERMANN TROPHY WINNER AND CURRENT USWNT STAR KELLEY O’HARA WITH PAST MAC SOCCER CHAIRMAN STEVE KRAUSE. BOTTOM ROW: MASTER OF CEREMONIES BILL MCDERMOTT; KELLEY O’HARA IS INTERVIEWED PRIOR TO THE BANQUET; A SOLD OUT CROWD FILLED THE MISSOURI ROOM FOR THE BANQUET.

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>> around the club

H APP Y NE W YE AR !

This year, Club members chose to celebrate New Year’s Eve at the Downtown Clubhouse’s Jack Buck Grille. Executive Chef Bart Philipps prepared a special meal for the occasion with delicious entrée options such as Scottish salmon, roasted Colorado lamb chops and broiled lobster tail.

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GOODBYE, TONI! CD: Tell us a little bit about your background and how you came to the MAC. TA: My sister and I were looking for a job and saw they were hiring. After stopping in the Club, I got hired pretty much on the spot. All they asked was, “could you wear black pants and a white shirt?”

CD: How has your position changed over time?

TA: I started on the 3-11 p.m. shift. Then, one other person quit, so I got moved up to the day after that. My boss eventually retired, and I took the position of acting supervisor at the front desk. I worked in room sales for seven years. Then, I went back to the front desk because they made some changes by opening up to travel sites or end-points as they called them at that point, and that’s where I stayed.

CD: How has the Club changed over the years?

TA: I started at a time when women couldn’t even be in the lobby unless accompanied by their husbands. Changes have come with

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After nearly 40 years at the MAC, front desk favorite Toni Atchinson will retire this month

technology as well. I’ve enjoyed meeting new people with great ideas, especially managers.

I’ve probably seen 10 general managers since I’ve been here — all with different personalities and new changes.

CD: What’s been the most rewarding part of your job here?

TA: Meeting members. They almost become like family. We don’t go to each other’s houses, but especially towards the end, we have a couple of older members who would ask something like, “could you sew on a button?”

CD: Looking forward, why are you excited about retirement?

TA: I have a bucket list of things I’d like to do. I have two horses that I don’t get to see as much as I’d like, so I’m anxious to be with them a lot and improve my riding. I have some unfinished business with schooling that I wanted to do in the past and haven’t. I would like to take a computer class so I can say, “look, I did it!”

CD: Do you have any final thoughts?

TA: As 2020 ushers in a new year with hopes

of many good changes and hopes. 2020 also holds a change for me as well. In February, I will be retiring after almost 40 years. It has been my home away from home. I’ve seen many members grow old and pass away.

I’ve seen members’ children grow up and have children of their own. The Gaertner boys, Gary and Mark, come to mind. Mr. Bommarito’s son was a baby when he used to set him on the desk to see the girls at the front desk. Now his son sets his son on the front desk.

I started at the MAC when women couldn’t join the Club or be in certain areas — a time when we didn’t have computers, faxes, scanners or cell phones. As time gave way to change, we have women who are elected members of the Board, we have computers, smartphones taking many of the tasks.

The Club has been a great place to work.

One of the blessings has been to see my sister, who works the 3-11 p.m. shift come down the hall for shift release. Like most, I have a bucket list of things I’d like to fulfill, so I’m looking to God for his direction. Again, the Club has been a great place to work.

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P H A S E T WO F E B R U A RY U P D AT E

WEST CLUBHOUSE FITNESS CENTER RENOVATION

Fitness UPDATE

The West Clubhouse is in the final weeks of its Phase Two fitness renovations, and the new and upgraded spaces are taking shape.

Athletic director Jeff Tuhro said drywalling on the project is complete, along with ductwork and installation of the sprinkler system. As of the second week of January, the crews were beginning work on the ceilings and starting to paint. Flooring for the cardio room, spinning room, high intensity room and the hallways was delivered on Jan. 8 and was set to be installed in the near future. The metabolic assessment software had been ordered and was on its way, and furniture for the hallways and common areas had been purchased and installed upon delivery. Tuhro also noted that in addition to glass installation on the back wall of the racquetball courts, the courts’ floors will also be sanded, abraded and rescreened.

“We’re getting near the end,” he said.

Youth Programs UPDATE The finished Phase Two project will feature two new spaces for MAC youth: the youth classroom and the youth activity space. Programs manager Joy Holdmeier said use of the youth classroom will be in full swing by spring break, complete with smart board technology, hookups for laptops and more.

She noted that some of the programming members can look forward to in the youth classroom includes study hall, tutoring, babysitting and safety classes, little med school, art classes, music lessons and more. As of Jan. 8, plans were still being finalized for the youth activity room, but Holdmeier said the former racquetball court will be multi-purpose dynamic space.

“We’re thrilled to have a designated space for more camps and a space for kids to learn and grow,” she says. “Right now, we don’t have a space for kids to do homework or sit and read, so this room will be perfect for that.”

The AudioFetch technology offers cardio room users the opportunity to download the AudioFetch App from iTunes or Google Play and listen to TV audio directly from their smartphone or mobile device.

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S AT U R D A Y, F E B . 1 5 This event is to honor and thank members who have donated to the exterior restoration of the Downtown Clubhouse.

F 6 p.m. – Reception 7 p.m. – Dinner 8:30 p.m. – Program 9 p.m. – Dancing F $1,000 per attendee

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The Missouri Athletic Club Preservation Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization recognized by the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (see Publication 78). The Internal Revenue Service (under Section 170(c) of the Internal Revenue Code) permits you to claim as a tax deduction, the amount you give that exceeds the value of goods and services received.

IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO BECOME A SUPPORTER, CONTACT CYNTHIA GOUDY AT 314-797-5474.

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PICK UP PICKLEBALL

MAC Head Golf Pro Recognized on Multiple Best Golf Teacher Lists Beginners Pickleball Class: Monday 11 a.m.-12 p.m.

Improvers Pickleball Classes: Tuesday 9-10 a.m. and Thursday 8:30-9:30 a.m.

Beginners Class is for people who have never played pickleball or any racquet sport.

Instructors will teach dinking, transition shots and serve/return. Scoring, no volley zone, positioning and rules will be explained as well.

Improvers Classes are for those who have played pickleball or other racquet sports in the past. Techniques will be reviewed, and strategy will be more fully covered. Players will learn to differentiate between an attackable ball and an unattackable ball and be taught how to deal with each of those with court positioning and resetting the point.

Racquet Stringing Tennis Tip

By Kim Steinmetz

Players often wonder if it is time to get their racquets restrung. When asked this question, we tennis pros may push on the strings of the racquet in question with our thumbs or tap the strings with our racquet to listen for a dull ping. These methods of testing string tension work if the strings are very loose, but if they’re not, the USTA suggests that you have your racquet strung in a year, the same number of times you play in a week. I would say, if you can’t remember the last time you had it done and/or you feel like you haven’t been playing very well, then get your racquet restrung! Playing with new strings can make you feel like you’re playing with a brand-new racquet! For that matter, every time I replace my grip, I have that same amazing feeling. If the resulting better play is all in your head, then all the better, for, as they say, “tennis is 90 percent mental!”

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TENNIS PRO SPOTLIGHT

Trey Owens

Trey Owens (T.O.) was hired to teach tennis at the MAC in 2013, fresh out of college where he earned his degree in Sports Management. He began playing tennis at the age of 6, participating in tournaments at age 8, earned Missouri Valley rankings from age 12-18 and played collegiate tennis, which gave him plenty of on-court experience.

Although T.O. was not planning on pursuing tennis as a career, he began looking for coaching positions after working with many St. Louis junior players while at UMSL. T.O. now leads junior performance tennis clinics and teaches private lessons at the MAC. He enjoys helping kids grow and develop as players and as people, teaching them lessons that extend beyond tennis into everyday life.

When asked for what he looks for in a young tennis player, T.O. doesn’t say athleticism or skill, he says, “determination to get better…for them to be the best versions of themselves.”

As an employee, T.O. is well-liked and respected for his work ethic, skills and integrity, and was chosen as the West Clubhouse’s final 2019 Employee of the Quarter.

JUNIOR TENNIS Camps will be offered this summer from June 1-Aug. 14. There will be no classes on July 4. Register for each week separately online. To register, login to the MAC website and go to Athletics > Jr. Tennis.

PERFORMANCE CLASSES These classes will include advanced progression of participants’ tactical, technical and mental skills. This will include developing offensive and defensive game styles, practicing specialty shots and creating different spins.

HIGH PERFORMANCE AGES 10-14

TOTS TENNIS AGES 5-7

These classes are geared to give young kids an enthusiasm for the game and develop their tennis skills.

F Full-Day: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

F Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 12-1 p.m. or 4-5 p.m.

F Location: West Clubhouse F Members: $60 per week F Guests: $75 per week

FUTURE STARS

TOURNAMENT GREEN AGES 8-11

These classes are for intermediate middle school-aged players who enjoy tennis and are moving toward the advanced-level class. These classes will emphasize further developing stroke techniques, adding specialty shots, strengthening core stability and learning different playing strategies.

F Monday-Friday from 1-4 p.m.

F Location: West Clubhouse F Members: $250 per week F Guests: $300 per week

AGES 7-10

This program is for beginner and intermediate-level children; courts are divided according to age and ability.

F Monday-Friday from 1-4 p.m.

F Location: West Clubhouse F Members: $250 per week F Guests $300 per week

INTERMEDIATE AGES 10-14

Beginners in this class can learn the basics of the game and develop into great players. Experienced kids will learn new skills.

F Monday-Friday from 1-4 p.m.

F Location: West Clubhouse F Members: $250 per week F Guests: $300 per week

F Monday-Thursday from 8:30-11 a.m.

F Location: MICDS F Members: $250 per week F Guests/T-Part: $335 per week F (cost includes match play)

PEAK PERFORMANCE AGES 10-18

F Monday-Thursday from 8:30-11 a.m.

F Location: MICDS F Members: $250 per week F Guests/T-Part: $335 per week F (cost includes match play)

VARSITY PREP HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS

F Monday-Thursday from 8:30-11 a.m.

F Location: MICDS F Members: $250 per week F Guests/T-Part: $335 per week F (cost includes match play)

CONTACT Max Shapiro Director of Junior Tennis 314-539-4416 mshapiro@mac-stl.org

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SWIM AND DIVE Please visit the team site penguins.swimtopia.com for more detailed information and for registration.

SWIM — WEST CLUBHOUSE PENGUIN SWIM TEAM

The MAC Swim Team is a fun yet competitive team for children ages 5-18. Practice is offered five days a week and weekly meets are held on Monday nights.

PUFFIN SWIM TEAM

The Puffin Pre-team is for younger swimmers (ages 3-5) who cannot yet swim the full length of the pool. The six-week Puffin Pre-team season offers practice two or three days a week and starts on Tuesday, June 4.

REGISTRATION PROCESS

For all families returning from the 2019 team (all participants and siblings), registration opens March 2. All 2019 Penguin and Puffin swim team members and their siblings will be guaranteed a spot on the 2020 team if registered before open enrollment begins on April 6.

For new families, registration opens April 6 and ends on May 18 for ages 12 and under and on June 8 for ages 13 and over. The season begins on Wednesday, May 27.

SWIM TEAM MEET DATES

May 26 - Meet and Greet May 27 - First day of practice June 1 - Penguin meet; time trials June 2 - First day of Puffins June 10 - Home swim meet June 15 - Home swim meet June 22 - Home swim meet June 29 - Away swim meet July 6 - Away swim meet July 10 - Away conference 11 and up July 11 - Home conference 10 and under July 13 - Swim banquet

CONTACT

For registration questions, contact Janet Jones at 314-539-4444 ext. 7430 or jjones@mac-stl.org.

For general team questions, contact Stephanie Reh at msreh@sbcglobal.net.

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DIVE — WEST CLUBHOUSE DIVE TEAM

Register children ages 5-18 for the MAC’s Dive Team.

Practices are Monday-Friday mornings. Meets occur on Saturday mornings starting at 9 a.m. There are typically three dive meets and one dive conference meet.

Contact Nikki Hostnik at nikki@ehostnik.com.

SWIM — DOWNTOWN YOUTH LEARN-TO-SWIM CLINIC

Instructed by head swim coach Lauren Fonseca and assistant swim coaches for beginner swimmers ages 4-5. Swimmers will work to become comfortable in the water and learn floating, breathing and basic swimming techniques.

F April 11-May 16 F Saturday mornings | 8:30-9:15 a.m.

F $60 per person for six-week clinic Contact Rick Schneider at 314-539-4434 or rschneider@mac-stl.org for more information.

SWIM TEAM SPRING WARM-UP

Led by head swim coach Lauren Fonseca and assistant swim coaches for ages 6 and up. A great way to prep your swimmer for the Summer Swim Team Season. You do not have to be on a MAC swim team to participate.

F April 11-May 16 F Saturday mornings | 9:30-10:15 a.m.

F $60 per person for six-week clinic Contact Rick Schneider at 314-539-4434 or rschneider@mac-stl.org for more information.

2019 NACAD GREAT LAKES SWIM CONTEST

The purpose of this competition is to encourage fitness training through swimming good competition between clubs. Each club will swim the length of 4/5 Great Lakes (excluding Lake Superior). The NACAD clubs will be broken up into two divisions for the competition. Division I will consist of clubs with a membership exceeding 3,000 members, while Division II will include clubs with 3,000 or less (the MAC is in the smaller of the two divisions.)

The competition will begin Feb. 1 and will conclude Feb. 29. Yards can be counted at any pool. The club with the most yards will win each division.

Members can report yards by filling out the forms located at the Downtown Clubhouse Athletic Desk or by calling 314-539-4482.

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MICHAEL DONIO Memorial Tournament A softball doubles squash tournament in his honor and memory will be held at the West Clubhouse on Feb. 15 and 16, with donations and proceeds going toward pancreatic cancer research. This tournament is dedicated to beloved MAC member, Mike Donio, a lacrosse coach and squash player who was admired and loved by those who knew him. A conversationalist by nature and trade, he could talk to anyone about anything with a boisterous laugh and wry smile that never let anyone forget him. Michael played football at the University of Kentucky and was often seen in the MAC fitness center. Michael passed away after being diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in 2018.

MIKE DONIO (FAR LEFT) WITH HIS SQUASH COMRADES

SQUASH SPRING BREAK CAMPS MARCH 16-20 AND 23-27 BEGINNER JUNIOR (AGES 7-10) F 8:30-9:30 a.m.

F Members: $150 F Guests: $200

INTERMEDIATE (AGES 10-15) F 9:30-11 a.m.

F Members: $300 F Guests: $400

ADVANCED (AGES 14+) F 12:30-3:30 p.m.

F Members: $425 F Guests: $525

SAVE the DATE

Get ready for a Squash Exhibition like no other. On Feb. 25 at the West Clubhouse, Greg Gaultier, “The General,” from France will face Karim Abdel Gawad, “The Baby-Faced Assassin” from Egypt. For more information, contact Squash Director Alex Ingham at 314-539-4484 or aingham@mac-stl.org.

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Sign Up for the 2020 MAC Double Elimination Basketball Tournament Registration runs from Feb. 17 to March 13. Register early as space is limited.

Games begin the week of March 23, and the tournament will run around four weeks.

Games will take place primarily on Tuesday and Thursday nights each week with a few Monday nights in the mix at the Downtown Clubhouse. Those who participate in the tournament will not be charged to attend the annual basketball banquet. The cost is $70 per person. Register online.

Heat Up with the Summer Basketball League Summer basketball league play begins in June. Look for online registration beginning in mid to late April. The cost is $70 per person. Pickup games are free.

MAC Teams Traveling to NACAD Tournament The Missouri Athletic Club’s basketball teams will travel this spring to Las Vegas for the NACAD Basketball Tournament hosted by the Olympic Club. NACAD (North American Association of Club Athletic Directors) is the organization made up of the Athletic Directors from private clubs like the MAC from North America. Each year the organization puts on multiple tournaments (basketball, squash, golf, etc.), but the basketball tournament is by far the biggest tournament of all the sports. The MAC teams will compete in various divisions.

Save the Date for the USBWA College Basketball Awards On Monday, April 13, the MAC will host the USBWA College Basketball Awards presented

by Tom Lange Company. The banquet will feature the presentation of the top awards in men’s and women’s college basketball including player of the year, coach of the year and freshman of the year. This will be the third year in a row the MAC has hosted the event, and the previous two banquets sold out quickly. You can reserve your spot now by becoming a sponsor. Contact jwilson@mac-stl.org for sponsorship details.

Reservations for MAC members will open on Monday, March 2, at 10 a.m. Call 314-539-4470 or register online.

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YOUTH PROGRAMS

Summer Camp

From camps to specialized clinics, the MAC’s youth have opportunities to learn a new sport or perfect their skills and techniques during year-round athletic and activity programs. For the most detailed and updated information, log in to the MAC website and register from the Youth Programs Calendar. For all camps, weekly rate will not be pro-rated. Walk-in fee is $25 per week, and walk-ins will not be admitted if there is a wait list or if camp is at limit. No-show fee is $25.

SUMMER CAMP MAC

PRESCHOOL CAMP MAC

Runs for 12 weeks, May 26 -Aug. 14 for grades K-6 (no camp on July 4); you pick the weeks! Members may bring a guest to camp and must register their guest online. Guests will not be admitted until April.

F Full-Day: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

F Half-Day: 9 a.m.-12 p.m. or 1-4 p.m.

Members: F Full-Day: $195 per child per week (includes lunch) F Half-Day: $110 per child per week ($8 optional lunch) Members’ Guests: F Full-Day: $250 per child per week (includes lunch) F Half-Day: $150 per child per week ($8 optional lunch)

Runs for six weeks for ages 3-5 (must be fully potty trained).

May 26-29, June 8-12, June 22-26, July 6-10, July 20-24 and Aug. 3-7. This is a members-only camp.

F 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

F $155 per child per week (optional $8 lunch)

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION $10 per week savings!

Members only can get early bird discounted rates for full day Summer Camp MAC and Preschool Summer Camp. Registration opens Jan.24-March 31.

Full Day Camp MAC: $185 per child, per week.

Preschool Summer Camp MAC: $145 per child, per week.

Cancellation must be prior to 72 hours of camp week. No early bird pricing on specialty camps.

No early bird pricing on guest registrations.

INTRODUCING CampDoc The MAC is excited to announce that this summer, they will debut a new third-party registration system to make camp sign-up easier. Partnering with CampDoc will streamline the registration and check in process for all youth events and camps. The MAC felt this was much needed with how many options offered for this summer and how many steps the current site has. Watch for it on the Youth Programs page this May. “We’re very excited to make camp registration quick and simple for our members,” said Youth Programs Coordinator Bobby Thornton.

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Full or Half Day Fun Friday Themes

9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Team Spirit Day

June 22-26

WEEK 5

WEEK 6

June 29-July 3

9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Bike Clinic Day

A DV EN T U R E DAY T R I P S

9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Wild & Wacky

CAMP MAC

9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Get Outside

PRESCHOOL CAMP

June 15-19

WEEK 4

9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Zoo Animals

June 8-12

WEEK 3

9 a.m.-4 p.m.

9 a.m.-4 p.m.

9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Pajama Day Outside Field Day Talent Show

9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Sports

June 1-5

WEEK 2

July 13-17

WEEK 8

July 27-31

9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Parent BBQ

9 a.m.-12 p.m.

All About Safety

July 20-24

Aug. 3-7

Aug. 100-14

9 a.m.-4 p.m. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Pirate Pool Wars Ice Cream Day

9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Back to School

WEEK 9 WEEK 10 WEEK 11 WEEK 12

9 a.m.-4 p.m. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Superhero Day Christmas in July Fire Truck Visit

9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Heroes/Princesses

July 6-10

WEEK 7

Tots (T, W, Th) Tots (T, W, Th) Future Stars (M-F)4 Tournament Green Intermediate High/Peak/Varsity Prep (M-Th)5

Ages 5-7 Ages 5-7 Ages 7-10 Ages 8-11 Ages 10-14 Ages 11-14

All Ages

12-1 p.m.

4-5 p.m.

1-4 p.m.

1-4 p.m.

1-4 p.m.

8:30-11 a.m.

12-1 p.m.

4-5 p.m.

1-4 p.m.

1-4 p.m.

1-4 p.m.

8:30-11 a.m.

12-1 p.m.

4-5 p.m.

1-4 p.m.

1-4 p.m.

1-4 p.m.

8:30-11 a.m.

TENNIS

12-1 p.m.

4-5 p.m.

1-4 p.m.

1-4 p.m.

1-4 p.m.

8:30-11 a.m.

12-1 p.m.

4-5 p.m.

1-4 p.m.

1-4 p.m.

1-4 p.m.

8:30-11 a.m.

12-1 p.m.

4-5 p.m.

1-4 p.m.

1-4 p.m.

1-4 p.m.

8:30-11 a.m.

12-1 p.m.

4-5 p.m.

1-4 p.m.

1-4 p.m.

1-4 p.m.

8:30-11 a.m.

12-1 p.m.

4-5 p.m.

1-4 p.m.

1-4 p.m.

1-4 p.m.

8:30-11 a.m.

12-1 p.m.

4-5 p.m.

1-4 p.m.

1-4 p.m.

1-4 p.m.

8:30-11 a.m.

5 Tennis High, Peak or Varsity Performance members will have the option to select a level during registration. At MICDS. Match play for High Performance is on Fridays 11 a.m.-1 p.m. at the West Clubhouse.

Note: Squash Camps include Memorial Day May 28. All other camps pro-rated for Tues.-Fri.

Login to the MAC website (www.mac-stl.org) for program details and registration.

12-1 p.m.

4-5 p.m.

1-4 p.m.

1-4 p.m.

1-4 p.m.

8:30-11 a.m.

¹Must be invited back after first week of program. ²Preschool campers must be ages 3-5 and fully potty trained. Themes of the week are listed.

3 Squash Camp level determined by Pro and based on age and ability.

4 Tennis Future Stars, Tournament Green or Intermediate members will have an option to select a level during registration.

TBD3

12-1 p.m.

4-5 p.m.

1-4 p.m.

1-4 p.m.

1-4 p.m.

8:30-11 a.m.

Lacrosse Camp Grades 1-6 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Basketball Camp Grades 1-3 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Basketball Camp Grades 4-8 1-4 p.m.

Golf Camp Ages 6-12 9-11 a.m.

9-11 a.m.

9-11 a.m.

Little Birdies Golf Camp Ages 3-6 1-2 p.m.

Yoga Camp Ages 4-8 1-4 p.m.

1-4 p.m.

SQUASH - TBD

S P E C I A LT Y S P O R T S C A M P S

Crayola World Art Camp Grades K-3 1-4 p.m.

MAC Art Camp Grades 4-8 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Rocketry Camp Grades 8-12 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

Little Vet School Ages 4-10 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

American Girl Doll Ages 4-10 1-4 p.m.

Bricks 4 Kidz Lego Robotics Ages 4-10 1-4 p.m.

Bricks 4 Kidz Lego Minecraft Camp Ages 4-10 1-4 p.m.

Overnight at the Zoo Ages 8-14 Saturday, June 27

Camp Out Overnight Ages 8-14 Saturday, July 18

Little Ninja’s Training Academy Ages 5-10 1-4 p.m.

Bully Proofing -Youth Self Defense Ages 11-14 1-4 p.m.

Counselor In Training (C.I.T) Ages 11-14 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

9 a.m.-4 p.m.

9 a.m.-4 p.m.

SPECIAL INTEREST CAMPS

The Great Outdoors Ages 8-13 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Explore STL Ages 6-13 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Waterpark Week Ages 7-13 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Grades K-6 Grades K-6

Half Day Ages 3-52 Theme of the Week

May 26-291

WEEK 1

SUMMER YOUTH PROGR AMS

YOUTH PROGRAMS

CAMP MAC SPRING BREAK March 17-19 F 9 a.m.-12 p.m.

PRESIDENTS DAY SPORTS CLINIC Monday, Feb. 17 F 1-5 p.m.

Children ages 8-12 can enjoy a fun-filled day at the West Clubhouse as tennis, pickleball and squash pros will lead hour-long clinics followed by an hour of organized group games until pickup. Optional lunch provided for an extra $8.

Drop off is in the West Clubhouse gym at 12 p.m. if the child is planning to have lunch and 1 p.m. if they are just coming for the event.

F Members: $55 per child F Members’ Guests: $70 per child Register online or email Youth Programs coordinator Bobby Thornton at rthornton@mac-stl.org.

Gather at the West Clubhouse this March for Camp MAC Spring Break. During Camp MAC at the West Clubhouse, children in grades K-6 will enjoy fun-filled days of tennis and squash lessons, games, arts and crafts. Space is limited.

Register per day.

F Members: $35 per day F Members’ Guests: $45 per day Register online or email Youth Programs coordinator Bobby Thornton at rthornton@mac-stl.org.

MAD SCIENCE SECRET AGENT LAB March 17-19 F 1-4 p.m.

Journey into the world of detection, spy science and forensics. Over the course of three days, campers ages 6-13 will experience all kinds of cool science and take home a scientific project each day of this camp. Optional lunch will be provided for $8 at 12 p.m.

F Members: $115 F Members’ Guests: $130 Register online or email Youth Programs coordinator Bobby Thornton at rthornton@mac-stl.org.

Register online or email Youth Programs coordinator Bobby Thornton at rthornton@mac-stl.org.

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CLASSES AT THE MAC

ENDURA-BOX Thursdays F 5 p.m. F Downtown Clubhouse F 11th Floor Group Exercise Room This endurance boxing class will focus on building endurance, strength training and basic boxing drills. It is taught by Tony Dampier, a Black Belt in Martial Arts and Asst.

Fight Coach at Tigers Gym and Fight Club.

STRENGTH & SHRED Mondays F 5:15 p.m. F Downtown Clubhouse F 11th Floor Group Exercise Room This class is designed for building strength, burning fat and adding lean muscle.

Taught by Duke Lemmens, this class consists of full-body circuit training that will hit every muscle group. Circuits include high-temp resistance training with a lot of core, cardio and plyometrics.

Register online via the Fitness Calendar.

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GOOD FELLOWSHIP DAY Gather for some camaraderie and competition at this annual event. This is a great event for new members to experience the wide variety of athletics and good-hearted competition that the MAC offers. Reservations are only necessary for fitness classes. Contact Courtney Hutt at 314-539-4495 or chutt@mac-stl.org for more information or register for classes online.

SATURDAY, FEB. 22 Athletic Department opens at 6 a.m.

Fitness Classes, competitions and other events begin at 9 a.m.

F 500 m and 2000 m rowing F Bench press competition F Three-point contest F Swimming – race a fellow member/try to break a club record/swim laps – all laps count towards the MAC’s total for the Great Lakes Swim Contest. Report all laps at the Athletic Desk.

F Racquetball, handball and squash matches F Basketball games F Massages F Sale in the Pro Shop The fourth floor will open for a complimentary lunch buffet and beverages at 11 a.m. and remain open until 3 p.m.

Stretching Your Limits in the New Year Interested in trying a new yoga class at the West Clubhouse, but apprehensive about choosing which one? The MAC’s new yoga video series helps members figure out which class is right for them. Each video introduces a yoga class and its instructor to allow members a glimpse into what to expect when they sign up for a class.

Find the videos by navigating to Fitness & Wellness > Classes > Descriptions and expand Yoga + Barre.

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S AV E T H E DAT E FO R

WO M EN of D I ST I NC T I O N

Since 2011, the Missouri Athletic Club has honored six women from the St. Louis area who have demonstrated boundless vision in business/professional, civic engagement, philanthropic programs and mentorship. These honorees have made a significant impact in many different ways, but mostly through demonstrating excellence, growth, grit/determination and empathy.

In 2020, the MAC will continue the tradition of honoring six women from the community and one Rising Star. The Rising Star will be someone 35 years of age or younger who is leading the next

generation of professional women to new heights.

Register for the 2020 Women of Distinction Banquet, which will take place on Friday, April 3 at the Downtown Clubhouse.

F $60 per person.

F 11:15 a.m. – Reception (Cash/Signature Bar) F Noon - Luncheon F 12:30 p.m. – Program To become a sponsor for this event, find the sponsorship form under Social > Women’s Initiative Group.

MAC FOUNDATIONS’ CORNER

Leaving a Legacy

Did You Turn 70½ Years of Age During 2019?

If so, you may have heard about Required Minimum Distributions from your tax-deferred accounts, such as IRAs and 401(k)s.

Any person who turned 70½ during 2019 has until April 1, 2020 to take a required minimum distribution from their tax-deferred accounts or face significant penalties from the IRS. (Note: the new SECURE Act will change the age to 72 beginning in 2020. Contact Larry Absheer for guidance.)

However, you can avoid such penalties and the income tax on your Required Minimum Distribution from an IRA by making a Qualified Charitable Distribution to a 501(c)(3) organization such as one of the MAC foundations: MAC Preservation Foundation F MAC Sports Foundation F MAC Foundation for the Arts There is still time to take action before April 1, 2020.

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5, 6, 7, 8!

Want to learn the steps for swing, waltz, tango and other dance forms? The MAC Dance Club has enlisted the help of a professional instructor at the MAC to help members learn how. Their next four-week session begins on

Feb. 4 from 6:45-9 p.m. under the instruction of Lucy Fitzgerald, a professional dancer and instructor. She works with members at all levels of dancing to help them not only learn but have a good time doing so.

F $60 per person for Dance Club members F $67.50 for non-members Register online via the CWC calendar or contact Katie Maurer at 314-539-4402 or kmaurer@mac-stl.org.

Register online via the CWC calendar or contact Katie Maurer at 314-539-4402 or kmaurer@mac-stl.org.

SIPPING AND SWEETS The MAC’s Wine Society hosted a special wine and chocolate tasting for members and their guests on Thursday, Jan. 16. In addition to the wine and chocolate, guests were treated to short rib sliders with blue cheese demi, a carving station with cocoa espresso-rubbed E3 tenderloin and much more.

JOAN AND DON FULLER

MARK AND ANNMARIE WALLIS

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LEARNING ON THE FLY On Thursday, Jan. 16, the Rod & Gun Club met at the West Clubhouse for a Fly Fishing Tying Night. This complimentary event had something for everyone interested in fly fishing. Beginners were taught the basics along with simple fly patterns to get them started why veterans had a place to mingle with others while tying using their preferred materials.

When the Blues Go Marching In

TO THE FOREVER YOUNG CLUB Writer Dan O’Neill will make his second appearance as a Forever Young Club speaker in February. Last year, the FYC enjoyed “Celebration,” his book about the 1980-era Cardinals. He returns with a new book he never expected to write, “When the Blues Go

Marching In, Championship Edition.”

“When I finished the first edition of this book,” he wrote, “the Blues had gone 50 seasons without capturing the NHL’s ultimate prize. Then came the 51st season, unprecedented and impossible.”

If the Blues continue to play as well as they have so far this season, he may need

SANTA VISITS THE FOREVER YOUNG CLUB December brought the Forever Young Club’s traditional holiday program of music and merriment.

The group enjoyed a meal prepared by Chef Charles Williams, music and visits from President Cantwell, Gov. Walsh and even Santa!

Through this event, the group also donated a sizeable load of non-perishable food that was delivered to the St. Agatha’s Food Pantry in Soulard, an organization where recipients receive training in life skills along with their food assistance.

to plan a third edition. With a journalism degree from the University of Missouri, O’Neill is an award-winning feature writer and columnist for the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, MSNBC and numerous publications. Join them on Friday, Feb. 21, 11:30 a.m. at the West Clubhouse for this special presentation.

CWC

Meetings

The MAC offers a variety of Clubs Within the Club to bring together members with common interests.

Apollos Mondays, 7 p.m., Downtown Book Club Second Thursday of the month, 5:30 p.m., West Business Development Group Third Thursday of the month, 7:15 a.m., Downtown Dance Club Tuesday at 6:45 p.m., Downtown Forever Young Club Third Friday of the month, 11:30 a.m., West Invitational Sanctioned Bridge Second and fourth Tuesdays of the month, 6:15 p.m., West Military History Club Fourth Tuesday of the month, 11:30 a.m., Downtown Toastmasters First and third Wednesdays of the month, 5:30 p.m., Downtown For more information, visit mac-stl.org or call 314-539-4402.

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Sweethearts Celebrated Valentine’s Day 1990 with a Club Bash

HAPPY

Summer!

Mark your calendars for the upcoming MAC Happy Hours. In addition to serving up great drink specials, these events are a great opportunity to meet new members and introduce friends and colleagues to the Club. No reservations are required.

Thirty years ago, members celebrated Valentine’s Day with their sweethearts in the Missouri Room.

At this party, sponsored by the MAC’s Under 40 organization, couples had the chance to shake, rattle and roll to the sounds of Lenny Klinger’s Galaxy Band.

The party got hopping early with cocktails in the Art Lounge and then moved upstairs where dinner was served. They finished the night on the dance floor.

Downtown West (Poolside) Wednesday, June 25 Saturday, June 14 Wednesday, July 23 Saturday, July 12 Saturday, Aug.MARK 23AND SALLY LEADLOVE, LYNN BILZING, ROGER KRUETZ AND SALLY KEY SAT AROUND A TABLE; DR. BOB AND KATHY SAITZ Thursday, Aug.JOHN 14KEY, DEBBIE DAVIS, JIM NABHOLZ, TOP ROW: BILL BOPP, LAURA DAVIS, LERIENDA SAINT, SAT WITH DR. BILL p.m.

AND SUZAN GRANT. BOTTOM ROW: MICHELLE AND WAYNE KLENKE DANCED 1:30-4:30 p.m.TO THE FAST TUNE OF THE BAND; SWEETHEARTS DR. AND MRS. RALPH CHAPMAN SMILED FOR THE CAMERA. 5-8

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MAC snapshots THE 2020 BOARD OF GOVERNORS OFFICERS CELEBRATED IN THE JACK BUCK GRILLE ON THURSDAY, JAN. 16.

MAUREEN WERNER AND JERRY SEXTON ATTENDED THE FOREVER YOUNG CLUB’S HOLIDAY PARTY IN DECEMBER.

PAT CORICH, ED RAHUBKA, SUSAN ROSENTHAL AND LOUGHERY HAWKINS ENJOYED A GAME OF BRIDGE.

EMEREY GROSS TOOK HOME SECOND PLACE IN THE 12 U DIVISION AT THE UTSA WINTER NATIONALS IN TUCSON.

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