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Party Like It’s 1903: R A I S E A G L A SS TO W E S T ’ S N E W B A R A N D D I N I N G S PAC E
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Missouri Athletic Club Founded in 1903 JUNE 2016
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16 Member Spotlight: The Sauget Family 17 Summer Camps and Programs 20 Squash Championship Highlight 22 High School All-Star Soccer Games
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23 Foundations’ Month and Golf Classic
Departments 2 Calendar of Events 5 President’s Column 6 From the GM’s Desk 7 New Members
11 MAC Past 12 Fine Dining 17 Athletics 24 Fitness Focus
28 Clubs Within the Club 29 Around the Club 32 Snapshots
Cherry Diamond Staff Publisher – Troy Robertson Director of Communications – Jim Wilson Content Marketing Manager/Managing Editor – Amy Freeman Communications Coordinator – Emma Frey Design – Lilyann Rice General Manager – Wallace L. Smith To advertise, contact 314-539-4459 or efrey@mac-stl.org. The Cherry Diamond Vol. 110/No. 6 (USPS: 102-560) is published monthly by the Missouri Athletic Club, 405 Washington Ave., St. Louis, MO 63102, (314) 231-7220. Subscription - $45 per year, subject to sales tax. PERIODICAL POSTAGE PAID AT ST. LOUIS, MO. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to Cherry Diamond, 405 Washington Ave., St. Louis, MO 63102 Connect: @macstlouis facebook.com/macstl @macstlouis
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The percentage discount available during the Father’s Day Pro Shop Sale June 10-18. See page 18 for more details.
members voted during Election Day on May 5. See page 9 for highlights from the day! The number of reservations needed to enter June’s dining contest. See page 13 for details.
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The August date of the Foundations’ Golf Classic. See page 23 for more information. Cherry Diamond F JUNE 2016 F 1
UPCOMING EVENTS
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Downtown Athletics Summer/Holiday Hours F Monday-Friday: 4 a.m.-9 p.m. F Saturday: 7 a.m.-6 p.m. F Sundays: Closed
West Clubhouse Pool Hours F Monday-Friday: 12-9 p.m. F Saturday and Sunday: 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
June Associates Happy Hour (WE) Thursday, June 9 Enjoy hors d’oeuvre and cocktail specials in the new 1903 bar! Includes a complimentary tasting of Chef Grant’s Belgium Blackberry Wheat Beer. Attendees have an opportunity to win prizes every half hour! 5:30-8 p.m.
High School All-Star Soccer Games Friday, June 17 The MAC will host the 2016 High School Senior All-Star Soccer Games, featuring the top male and female soccer players in the St. Louis area. 6 p.m. – Girls game 8 p.m. – Boys game Soccer Park in Fenton Adults – $5 Students – $3
Father’s Day Brunch (WE) Sunday, June 19 Treat dad to a special brunch buffet at the Club! 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Adults – $31.95, plus gratuity Children (5-12) – $14.95, plus gratuity Children (4 and under) – Gratis
FEL Wines/Cliff Lede Wine Dinner (DT) Thursday, June 23 Enjoy a three-course dinner by Chef Bart and wines presented by well-known winemaker Ryan Hodgins. 6:30 p.m. – Reception 7 p.m. – Dinner $55 per person, all-inclusive for Wine Society members $75 per person, all-inclusive for non-Wine Society members
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Ryder Cup Match Play Friday, June 30 Enjoy a day of match play at Glen Echo Country Club. 1:30 p.m. $65 plus $18.75 cart fee GHIN required
July Fourth of July Celebration (DT) Saturday, July 2 Parade festivities return “home” this year. Enjoy a breakfast buffet in the Missouri Ballroom before riding aboard the MAC float or sitting in the members-only bleachers along the parade route. The MAC shuttle will transport parade-goers to and from the Club to the member seating area. To ride aboard the MAC float, contact Katie Maurer at 314-539-4402. BREAKFAST BUFFET 7-10 a.m. Adults - $21.95 per person Children (5 and older) - $12.95 per child Children (4 and under) – Gratis Register online or call 314-539-4470 for dining reservations. VP PARADE Visit www.vpparade.org for up-to-date parade information. 9:45 a.m. – Parade begins
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 Bike, Run & Triathlon Thursdays, 5:30 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 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 www.mac-stl.org or call 314-539-4402.
Fourth of July Pool Party (WE) Monday, July 4 Head out to the West Clubhouse for a fun day at the pool including grill specials and special drink concoctions from the tiki bar! 10 a.m. – Pool opens 11 a.m.-3 p.m. – Grill and tiki bar open Call 314-539-4490 for more information.
August Foundations’ Golf Classic Monday, August 29 Enjoy a full day of golf while supporting the MAC’s three foundations: the Preservation Foundation, the Sports Foundation and the
Foundation for the Arts. A banquet and auction will end the day. Sponsorships are available! 10:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Glen Echo Country Club $350 per person $100 per person – dinner only For sponsorships, call Katie at 314-539-4402.
Breakfast at Wimbledon (WE) Saturday, July 9 Enjoy mixed doubles, breakfast and watch the Wimbledon Championships televised live from the All England Club. 8 a.m. $40 – Breakfast and mixed doubles
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 F Within the Quick Links box under Reservations > Events Note: Easily locate your event by using the red “Quick Filter” button in the upper left corner of the calendar page. Filtered Club Events and CWC calendars are also accessible under the Social heading.
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PRESIDENT’S COLUMN
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I am humbled and honored to assume the role of President of the Missouri Athletic Club. This Club is family to me. Its members and employees have become the backbone of my daily life. To lead such a special organization is a once in a lifetime opportunity. Being the 101st President of our historic Club is not lost on me. I hope to do my part to continue another 100 years of extraordinary leadership. My goals for the upcoming year are: 1. Increased membership. Membership is our lifeblood. 2. Alignment of our committees, foundations and finances to position our Club properly for future growth. 3. Athletic facility upgrades. We are in fact the Missouri ATHLETIC Club. Our athletic spaces, equipment, and staff should reflect our Platinum Club status. Many members belong to smaller niche gyms for yoga, Pilates, Bar, CrossFit, etc. We need to bring all those concepts to our fitness department and create an all encompassing, one stop shop for our members. We will set out to accomplish these goals with our five newly elected Board members. Matt Morris, Aaron Pawlitz, Keith Phoenix, David Smith and Andrew Carter are a highly accomplished, capable group with a great vision for our Club. I look forward to working with them in the coming year. I know they will hit the ground running. I want to acknowledge the outstanding work done by our outgoing class, led by our 100th President Brent Kaniecki. I admire Brent for his passion for the Club. He is unabashed at proclaiming how this Club has positively impacted his family and career. His goal of sharing his experience with all of our members and prospective new members is certainly one I share and will try to emulate. Thank you Brent for your leadership. You can now return to your usual role of yelling at people on the basketball court! No one has had a greater impact on our Club during the last year than First Vice President Chris Hyams. He worked tirelessly on
1903 and deserves HUGE praise for overseeing its completion ON TIME and ON BUDGET. Peter Dunne masterfully handled our governance committee, and no one was more fun to share a story with at Board dinners. Bob Barnes put his heart and soul into our Club. He was instrumental in growing our tennis program and membership retention – just ask him! Last but not least, Beau Reinberg. No one has a bigger heart for the employees of our Club than Beau. It has been an honor serving with these gentlemen. Speaking of 1903, your new bar is now open. And make no mistake; it is your bar. Your investment paid for it. I encourage everyone to make time to come check it out. What a perfect opportunity to showoff our newest member amenity to a friend, guest, or prospect. With our pool, new bar and dining experience, and our athletic options, no other club in the area can match our member value. Come experience it for yourself! For your reading convenience, here are some upcoming events and Club notes: F Swim and dive teams, summer camps, and new junior golf leagues are all forming now. F The annual High School Soccer All-Star Games will be held at Soccer Park in Fenton on Friday, June 17. Join the MAC in continuing to support our local all-stars! F Save the date for our Foundations Golf Tournament on Monday, August 29 at Glen Echo Country Club. The tournament benefits the MAC’s three foundations: the Preservation Foundation, Sports Founda- tion, and the Foundation for the Arts. Foundation support is vital to the longevity of our Club. Please consider becoming a tournament sponsor; it’s tax deductible! Our Club has so much to offer. I encourage you to get involved. Here’s to a great year.
Board of Governors Officers F Troy Robertson – President F Tracy Beckette – Vice President F Rebekah Bahn-Kingston – Second Vice President F Tripp Zumwalt – Secretary F Duffy Dunn – Treasurer
Class of 2017 F Tracy Beckette F Duffy Dunn F Rebekah Bahn-Kingston F Troy Robertson F Tripp Zumwalt
Class of 2018 F Talmage Newton F Tim Powers F Mike Schoedel F Paul David Shuff Jr. F Tim Slater
Class of 2019
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F Andrew Carter F Matt Morris F Aaron Pawlitz
Troy Robertson, President Missouri Athletic Club
F Keith Phoenix F David Smith
P.S. For all things MAC, you can follow me on Twitter @Macpres101. Cherry Diamond F JUNE 2016 F 5
GENERAL MANAGER’S COLUMN
We know that many of our members, particularly our avid Cherry Diamond readers, still prefer traditional paper methods to some of our digital offerings. We continuously strive to accommodate everyone’s preferences, while adding benefits and improving efficiencies. Above all, we don’t want to leave anyone behind in our quest to provide digital offerings. As most know, this year, we launched our new website that created opportunities to make online reservations for events, dining, courts, hotel, and most recently fitness classes. The member directory with everyone’s contact information is accessible with the click of the button. It’s easy and it’s readily accessible online. Another benefit and feature of the new website is its ability to make statements available online. We communicated to you that we would discontinue paper statements starting May 31, but upon receiving your feedback, we will be sending one more paper statement to further communicate details about the transition. Most importantly, we want you to know two things. First, while we would like to encourage you to access and pay your statement online, we will certainly continue to offer paper statements upon request. Please contact the Accounting Department at billing@mac-stl.org, write us a note on your statement, call or stop by if you wish to continue receiving a paper statement after May 31, and we will happily accommodate. Secondly, another new digital feature we’re offering is the ability to pay your statement online. However, statements 6 F Cherry Diamond F JUNE 2016
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can still be paid in-person, by mail, or automatic ACH through the Accounting Department. For more information about accessing and paying your statement online, please see page 25. Our goal in offering these new digital features is to improve ease of use for you and certainly not to induce any headache. If you’re feeling any pain, please reach out to our staff, and we will be happy to assist you. One other thing to note when reviewing the line items on your statement this month is your final investment in 1903, which opened as planned, on time and on budget, at the end of May. If you haven’t already, I highly encourage you to come out to the West Clubhouse and enjoy your bar. The photos of it on page 10 are beautiful, but hardly do it justice. It was done right, and I want to reiterate my thanks to Governors Chris Hyams, Tripp Zumwalt, Troy Robertson and Duffy Dunn for their dedication to this project and President Brent Kaniecki for his oversight and assistance. Also, I want to extend a special well-deserved shout out to Darrin Harnetiaux for managing the chaos while the construction was underway and Chef Grant Higgs and his staff for ensuring that the new dining and beverage experience is worthy of our Platinum Club status. The food and beverage menus will continue to evolve, and your feedback is appreciated!
Prior to 1903 opening, our foundations supporters got a taste of the new space while enjoying private preopening parties. To say that they were a great time is an understatement. Thank you again to our foundations supporters for being such great leaders of the Club: Mark Belew, Joel Karsten, John Bugh, Scott Engelbrecht, John Carroll, Tim Shocklee, Cheri McLaughlin, Steve Krause, Mike Schoedel, Dean Eggerding, Chris Hyams, Tripp Zumwalt, Tom Dankenbring, and Aaron Pawlitz, to name just a few. Please consider adding your name to this list of supporters this August as we celebrate Foundations’ Month, which culminates with the annual golf tournament. See page 23 for preliminary details and look for more information over the coming months. In closing, I want to further extend a tremendous amount of gratitude to our outgoing Board. Officers Brent Kaniecki, Chris Hyams, Bob Barnes, Peter Dunne, and Beau Reinberg’s leadership has been invaluable to the Club. We also sincerely appreciate their parting gift to the Club – the purchase and installation of a new flagpole at the West Clubhouse. I have greatly enjoyed working with them and look forward to seeing them and you at the Club.
Wally Smith, General Manager Missouri Athletic Club
DARRIN HARNETIAUX, TRIPP ZUMWALT, CHRIS HYAMS, BRENT KANIECKI, TROY ROBERTSON, WALLY SMITH, AND CHEF GRANT HIGGS PREPARE FOR THE OPENING OF 1903. NOT PICTURED DUFFY DUNN.
Welcome New MAC Members from April! Acree, Eric (Stacey): Vantage Credit Union, 4020 Fee Fee Road, Bridgeton, MO 63044; Res: 514 Fox Ridge Road, Frontenac, MO 63131 Alper, Keith (Nancy): Nitrous Effect, 1220 Olive Street, Suite 210, St. Louis, MO 63103; Res: 15115 Amherst Green Court, Chesterfield, MO 63017
Barnes, Daniel (Sarah): Lee and Associates, 1986 Innerbelt Business Center Drive, St. Louis, MO 63114; Res: 843 Edlin Drive, St. Louis, MO 63122 Bower, Matthew (Mary): Clayton Financial Group, 165 N. Meramec Ste. 130, St. Louis, MO 63131; Res: 12425 Balwyck Lane, St. Louis, MO 63131 Brown, Stephen (Melissa): Frank Leta Acura, 11777 Tesson Ferry Road, St. Louis, MO 63128; Res: 342 West Washington Avenue, Kirkwood, MO 63122 Caroll, Tim (Suzanne): President Constructors 911, 410 Sovereign Court, Ballwin, MO 63011; Res: 743 LaFeil Drive, Manchester, MO 63021 Digeronimo, Matthew (Aimee): Veolia Energy, 1 Ashley Street, St. Louis, MO 63102; Res: 7412 North Lewis Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64158
Moritz, Katherine: Mercy Hospital, 621 S. New Ballas Road, St. Louis, MO 63141; Res: 22 Portland Drive, St. Louis, MO 63131 Nicholas, Cedric: Pure Storage; Res: 9 Graybridge Drive, Ladue, MO 63124 Riney, Jason (Gina): Renaissance Financial, 5722 Oakland Avenue, Ste. 400, St. Louis, MO 63110; Res: 645 Simmons Avenue, Kirkwood, MO 63122 Rose, Daniel: Marketing Apex, Real Estate, 1 Door Way, Fairview Heights, IL 62208; Res: 2707 Cliff Drive, Fairview Heights, IL 62208 Schuetz, Ryan (Joie): EMR, 901 Horan Drive, Fenton, MO 63026; Res: 428 Porter Avenue, Kirkwood, MO 63122 Sutherland, Scott (Tiffany): National Plastics Color, 100 West Industrial, Valley Center, KS 67147; Res: 314 N. Broadway, Unit 602, St. Louis, MO 63102 Tenholder, Katie (Scott): Scoville and Company, 101 West Argonne Drive, #194 Kirkwood, MO 63122; Res: 781 Haw Thicket Lane, Des Peres, MO 63131 Tracy, Colin: Abstrakt Marketing Group, 727 N. 1st Street #500, St. Louis, MO 63102; Res: 4531A Arco Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63110
Fiala, James (Melissa): The Crossing, 7823 Forsyth Blvd., Clayton, MO 63105; Res: 16 Waverton Drive, Ladue, MO 63124
Winkler, Patrick (Stephanie): Panera Bread, 3630 Geyer Road, Sunset Hills, MO 63127; Res: 1711 Bopp Road, Des Peres, MO 63131
Gibeaut, James (Whitney): Enterprise Holdings, 600 Corporate Park Drive, St. Louis, MO 63105; Res: 2433 Town and Country Lane, Town & Country, MO 63131
Zotos, Andrew: SLU Student; Res: 1112 Chatsworth Place Dr., Town & Country, MO 63017
Jenkins, Lauren (Warren): Res: 24 Ladue Manor, St. Louis, MO 63124 Leary, Daniel (Rebecca): Locton Companies, 3 City Place Drive, St. Louis, MO 63141; Res: 4 Georgian Acres, St. Louis, MO 63131 McCann, Peter: Gentry’s Landing, 400 N. 4th Street, St. Louis, MO 63102; Res: P.O. Box 416, Columbus, OH 43125 Milne, Kevin (Angel): Industrial Scientific, 1 Life Way, Pittsburgh, PA 15205; Res: 1 Woodcliffe Road, St. Louis, MO 63124 Moore, Jefferson (Kelly): National Loan Exchange, 10 Sunset Hills Prof. Ctr., Edwardsville, IL 65025; Res: 47 Middlesex Drive, Brentwood, MO 63144
Note: Please alert the Membership Office of any dependents in your family, including new arrivals! Contact Morgan Franke at 314-539-4438 or mfranke@mac-stl.org.
Thank you to the following members for sponsoring new members to the Club in April. F Tim Wells F David Ludwig F Brandon Dempsey F Tim Slater F Daniel O’Keefe F Brian Hayden F Todd Thomas F Charles Baine F Brett Pantazi
F Nelson Spencer F Paul Shuff Jr. F Stuart Miller F Jack McHenry F Sean Hunt F Pete Yankakis F Katie Mungenast F Cori and Tom Sehy
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MAC ELECTIONS
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Meet the 2019 Board of Governor Class The following candidates were selected during the Club’s election on May 5 and represent the 2019 Board of Governor class: Andrew Carter, Matt Morris, Aaron Pawlitz, Keith Phoenix, and David Smith.
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Joined in 2008 Equity Research Associate Analyst at Stifel Frequently uses fitness centers at both clubhouses, member of basketball league, Associates Committee, Finance Committee and FY16 Budget Subcomittee
Matt C. Morris F F F F
Joined in 2010 Founding Partner at SWMK Law, LLC Member of basketball league, Golf Club Frequently uses the Downtown Clubhouse
THE BOARD OF GOVERNOR CANDIDATES ARE ANNOUNCED.
Election Rooftop Happy Hour Boasts Large Turnout On April 28, members and guests gathered on the Downtown Clubhouse rooftop during a beautiful evening for the annual Election Rooftop Happy Hour. Attendees mixed and mingled with the Board of Governor candidates while enjoying hors d’oeuvres, drink specials and entertainment by Red Light Radio. The event saw a record turnout.
Aaron Pawlitz
F Joined in 2011 F Partner and attorney at Spencer Fane LLP F Member of Election Committee, Membership Committee, Finance Committee, Downtown Facilities Task Force, summer and over 40 basketball leagues
G. Keith Phoenix F F F
Joined in 1980 Founding member of Sandberg Phoenix & von Gontard P.C. Enjoys sports, camaraderie and dining at the MAC
ATTENDEES ENJOY BEAUTIFUL WEATHER AT THE EVENT.
David P. Smith F F F
Joined in 2006 CPA and owner of Smith Patrick LLC Past member of Finance and Athletic Committees, President of Toastmasters, Officer of MAC Apollos, Chair of Bike/Run/ Triathlon Club, current participant in athletics and Club life committees
RED LIGHT RADIO SETS THE NIGHT TO MUSIC.
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MAC Membership Elects 2019 Board of Governor Class On May 5, members cast their vote for the next Board of Governor class. As usual, the lobby of the Downtown Clubhouse boomed with commotion as members navigated the gauntlet. More than 539 members voted. New this year, members were able to vote electronically. That evening, the results were announced in the Missouri Ballroom during a prime rib buffet dinner. Congratulations to Matt Morris, Aaron Pawlitz, Keith Phoenix, David Smith and Andrew Carter as the newly elected class of 2019.
THE BOARD CLASS OF 2019.
KEVIN CANTWELL, MICHAEL LOFTON AND GARY CLARK.
MEMBERS MAKE THEIR WAY THROUGH THE FAMED GAUNTLET AMID HANDSHAKES AND SHOUTS.
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Part y Like It’s 1903
R AISE A G L ASS TO THE WEST CLU B HOUSE’ S NE W BAR , At last, the long awaited and highly anticipated 1903 bar, patio and dining room are now officially open for enjoyment. Following years of planning and deliberation by multiple Boards in response to a member survey, the vision for an adults-only (ages 18+) space for members to enjoy a signature cocktail is now a reality. The rich woods, deep hues, plush furnishings and décor are designed to emulate the look and feel of the historic Downtown Clubhouse and the establishment of the Club in 1903. Lining the walls are old photographs dating back to the early years of the Club and artwork from the MAC’s personal collection. Along with the new bar and patio, the West Clubhouse lobby and dining room were renovated. The spaces allow for flexible entertaining with the dining room available for small tables of 30 or less. Club casual apparel is allowed in all the spaces including khakis and sandals, and all the spaces are non-smoking with the exception of the patio, but with polite discretion. After months of planning and construction, 1903 is fully open and welcomes members and guests to enjoy its offerings. Members, this is your space; this is your 1903. Come have a drink, and celebrate Club camaraderie at its best.
HOU R S OF OPE R AT I O N 1903 Dining Room Monday- Thursday ✦ 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Friday ✦ 11 a.m.-10 p.m. (childcare extended an extra hour) Saturday ✦ 5-10 p.m. 1903 Bar & Patio Monday-Saturday ✦ 4-11 p.m.
(LEFT) THEN: THE FORMAL DINING ROOM RECEIVES NEW WALLPAPER, CARPET AND LIGHT FIXTURES. (ABOVE) NOW: THE NEW FORMAL DINING ROOM, ACCENTED WITH BLUE, RED AND TAUPE HUES, MIXES CLASS WITH SOPHISTICATION. 10 F Cherry Diamond F JUNE 2016
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(ABOVE) THEN: PRESIDENT ROBERTSON AND PAST PRESIDENT KANIECKI FILM A VIDEO BEHIND THE BAR. (LEFT) NOW: THE BAR FEATURES RICH WOODS AND BACKLIT LIQUOR SHELVES.
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Old Snapshots Grace Walls of 1903 Months prior to the opening of 1903, a search of the Cherry Diamond magazine archives was conducted and images reminiscent of the early days of the Club were selected. Below are some of the snapshots chosen to grace the walls.
For the first time in Missouri Athletic Club history, some of the Foundation for the Arts’ most treasured pieces have been transported to the West Clubhouse. When the West Clubhouse was purchased in the mid 90’s, unifying the two clubhouses was a challenge. With the opening of 1903, now seemed like the perfect opportunity to bring some of our Downtown Clubhouse’s culture and artwork to the West Clubhouse. Five pieces of artwork were hung in time for the Mother’s Day Brunch. One of the pieces includes the esteemed and restored Taxi Please, which hangs prominently in the dining room. In addition, a traveling display hangs in the lobby for guests to enjoy, similar to the traveling art in the Preservation Gallery at the Downtown Clubhouse. Also, a wonderful pictorial history of our Club is displayed in 1903’s hallway entrance and bar. The pictures are a wonderful testament to the history and legacy of the Club. Lastly, the Foundation for the Arts has already identified several pieces that will be transported to the West Clubhouse in the next 90 days. The hope is for our members to enjoy the artwork at both locations and help fulfill a vision for the future by continuing to bring the culture of the two clubhouses closer together. Cherry Diamond F JUNE 2016 F 11
FINE DINING
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1903 Fare Serves Up an Eclectic Mix Since opening in late May, the 1903 bar and dining space serves up nothing short of delicious. The menu was designed with the original 1903 menu in mind. Members can get a taste of what MAC members experienced “back in the day” while in a brand new setting that mirrors the old-world charm of the Downtown Clubhouse. Below is a sneak peek of fare that is served at 1903: Sushi Grade Ahi Tuna Wakame Chilled Ahi tuna sliced over wakame salad with wasabi vinaigrette and sweet chili sauce Crudite Fresh organic and local vegetables with Schlafly black bean hummus and Za’atar yogurt dip Caesar Wallace Shaved Romano cheese, asiago crouton, crispy prosciutto, roasted tomatoes, toasted pine nuts and pesto Caesar vinaigrette Rombauer Shrimp Scampi Sautéed with garlic, deglazed with Rombauer chardonnay and vermouth, and served over homemade pasta with asparagus Domestic Colorado Lamb Topped with mustard and Rosemary
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1903 Libations Sure to Satisfy By Nichole Miller-Kirk, Certified Wine Specialist Our concept for the 1903 beverage program is to integrate the world of craft cocktails into the modern space while paying homage to the recipes that are representative of that time period. An eclectic wine list with a bevy of selections sourced from all over the globe will grace the menus at 1903. We are going to introduce the elements of digestif and aperitiv, not only in the sense of just an incredible addition to any dining experience, but as an historical element of American culture. One of the wines that 1903 will offer is Madeira, a major beverage here in the States since the infancy of our nation. Madeira is literally “cooked” wine, and it was discovered by accident. Storing wine at proper temperatures ensures that the wine does not go bad or oxidize. On the island of Madeira, off of the coast of Portugal, a fortified wine was born in the hulls of ships as it made its way across the ocean. This wine offers a lovely rich, hazelnut flavor that pairs beautifully with chocolate and all types of cheese. It has a higher alcohol content so it is ideal for the perfect finish to a meal. FUN FACT: Thomas Jefferson kept a steady supply of Madeira in his collection, and at the signing of the Declaration of Independence, the event concluded with a Madeira toast. All of 1903’s cocktails will use fresh squeezed juices because a great cocktail is only as good as the ingredients used. Using the finest of French, Italian and Spanish liqueurs as well as a wide range of unique vermouths, the new 1903 bar will offer members a unique and upscale experience. Bitter and sweet components are a perfect equation for an incredibly balanced and enjoyable beverage (or dish for that matter). Here are a couple cocktails to try: CUCUMBER MELON SIPPER A bright and refreshing Hendricks Gin martini with fresh muddled cucumber and honeydew with agave nectar, and a bit of mint and lime juice to brighten the already refreshing combination. The addition of a small amount of Pimm’s will provide a balance to the sweetness with subtle notes of bitter herbs and a hint of spice. HERMANN SIDECAR Maison Surrene Champagne Cognac with Pierre Ferrand Dry Curacao, freshly squeezed lemon juice and a champagne float. It is refreshing, delicious and efficient! 12 F Cherry Diamond F JUNE 2016
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Downtown Wines of the Quarter Dine at any of the MAC’s downtown restaurants during the month of June, and enjoy these wines by the glass or by the bottle.
Congratulations to Todd Keske and Donald Brown for winning the April dining contest!
$11 per glass ✦ $42 per bottle
Make a dining reservation using the MAC’s website to dine at the Jack Buck Grille or Stan Musial Grille during the months of June and be entered in a raffle drawing to win a complimentary bottle of wine or dinner for two in the Jack Buck Grille or Stan Musial Grille.* One winner who dined at the Downtown Clubhouse and one winner who dined at the West Clubhouse will be selected each month.
This vineyard is located in a fascinating Italian land next to the Gargano and the sea. The grapes of the Primitivo are collected between late August and early September. After a careful selection, they undergo soft pressing and de-stemming.
Follow these simple instructions to make a dining reservation: 1. Login to the website (www.mac-stl.org) 2. From the member homepage: F Under the Dining header, click on “Dining Reservations.” F Under Reservations, click on “Dining.” 3. Select the Downtown or West Clubhouse from the dropdown menu in the upper left corner to select your preferred restaurant. 4. Choose an available time and click “Book.” 5. Complete the Book Reservation form, and click “Make Reservation” when finished. 6. A “Reservation Received” window will pop-up with the details of your reservation. You will also receive an email confirmation. Contact webmaster@mac-stl.org with any questions. *Qualified participants will be entered into the drawing for each online reservation made and fulfilled during the month. The complimentary bottle of wine may not exceed a $50 value and dinner for two may not exceed $100 value.
Michele Biancardi Puglia Red Wine
Antonutti Sauvignon Hailing from the northwestern Friuli region of Italy, these grapes undergo a soft pressing and fermentation with select yeasts, maturation in stainless steel tanks and bottled aging. Tasting Notes: Boasts a straw yellow color, vegetal and fruity notes on the nose and box bush and sage on the palate with a remarkable aromatic length.
Lobsterfest Returns! Lobsterfest makes its return to the Downtown Clubhouse June 9-11 and July 14-16. Enjoy multiple courses full of delicious seafood offerings in the Jack Buck Grille. To view the menu, log into the website, go to the dining calendar, and preview the event. Make reservations by calling 314-539-4417.
Father’s Day Brunch Treat your father or grandfather to a delicious brunch at the West Clubhouse! 10 a.m.-1 p.m. F Adults – $31.95, plus gratuity Children (5-12) – $14.95, plus gratuity F Children (4 and under) – Gratis
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Think Christmas in June: BOOK HOLIDAY PARTIES NOW! During the summer months, there seems to be plenty of time to plan for the holidays, but the MAC is a popular place to host holiday parties, and spaces and dates go fast! Look ahead and book now.
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For more information on event spaces, go online to mac-stl.org or call 314-539-4470 (DT) or 314-539-4490 (WE).
MAC Meeting Corner
By Director of New Opportunities, Najah Fennoy, MBA
My approaching two-year anniversary at the Club marks the perfect time to reintroduce not only myself to the membership but also the goals I’m hoping to achieve during my tenure here. Along with my usual “smile and wave” that you so often see around the Club, there is also my mission to increase the amount of business meetings held at the Club by our membership. As an MBA, I have attended many business meetings and functions throughout the years and have a thorough knowledge of the kinds of meeting spaces that business groups choose, and the MAC is a prime location. Offering historic charm as well as unique character, the Club has an advantage over its competitors. Not only does the building draw guests in with its grandeur, but it also cultivates a sense of camaraderie and fellowship. It’s the perfect place for the perfect meeting. We want your business to be our business. We understand that planning a meeting can be daunting. Your focus should be getting business done—let your Club handle the rest. Suggest your next business meeting be held at your Missouri Athletic Club! With the ability to host groups from five to 500, we have the ability to make your business our business. Contact me at 314-539-4448 or nfennoy@mac-stl.org to book your next company gathering at the Club. 14 F Cherry Diamond F JUNE 2016
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DEADLINES MEMBER DEMOGRAPHICS F 92% earn more than $100K F 48% work Downtown F 72% live in West County
Reserve space in the roster by June 3 by contacting Emma Frey. Submit artwork for the publication by June 10.
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RICHARD JR., RICHARD III AND RICHARD SR. LOVE BASEBALL AND THE MAC.
For the Love of Baseball Gateway Grizzlies owner Rich Sauget and his son Rich Sauget, Jr., share a common love of sports and baseball, in particular. The MAC members reveal how baseball and their MAC membership have solidified their father-son relationship. The Sauget family loves baseball. Rich Sauget, the 67-year-old Gateway Grizzlies owner and MAC member, began his sports adventures while at Belleville Cathedral High School in 1962. Then, he earned a football scholarship to Notre Dame where he also played baseball. Sauget’s son, Rich Sauget, Jr., a former Grizzlies manager and current mayor of the village of Sauget, played football and baseball at Althoff and later at Notre Dame. The Saugets are the only father-son duo to play two sports for the Fighting Irish. Later in life, Sauget played in the Giants’ AAA team in Phoenix in 1973, and although he eventually retired from pro ball, he never lost his love of the game. After spending time studying the effects baseball franchises had on the community, Sauget became interested in owning his own team. In 1991, he took his first look at the Frontier League. Twenty years later, the Grizzlies played their inaugural season in 2001 at a temporary home at Sauget Field. GCS Ballpark (then known as GMC Stadium) opened in 2002. Baseball has played a huge role in this father-son relationship, but both gentlemen also attribute a lot to the Missouri Athletic Club. “I joined the Club for its proximity and the amenities that it provided,” says Rich Sauget. “It was and is a great place for me to stay competitive and intermingle with great people. As my children grew and began to use the Club, I watched them grow to appreciate it as much as I have. We now have begun to share the Club with our children and grandchildren.” Rich Sauget, Jr. gives credit to his dad and the Club for building within him a foundation of camaraderie, good-hearted competition and an overall love of athletics. “The Club and the Clubs Within the Club really have a sense of family and togetherness about them,” he notes. “The relationship I had with my dad grew from starting as a child coming to the kids Saturday morning camp or coming to watch him play competitively downtown. I learned the aspects of competition and camaraderie within athletics. The opportunities those programs and competitions gave to me and what I learned from my dad are lessons that I will never forget. Today, I hope some of those same lessons are being passed to my two sons through the same avenues.” 16 F Cherry Diamond F JUNE 2016
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SPECIALTY SPORTS CAMPS Soccer F June 6-10 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. F July 18-22 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. Yoga F June 6-10 from 1-4 p.m. F Aug. 8-12 from 1-4 p.m. Flag Football F June 20-24 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m.
Summer Preschool
Camp MAC West Clubhouse Children ages 3-5 (must be fully potty trained) will enjoy daily health and safety lessons, sports, games, arts and crafts, and water play/pool time from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. with a $7 lunch optional from 12 p.m.- 1 p.m. Preschool camp is reserved for MAC members only. However, space is limited so register online early. Camp will be offered every other week for six weeks throughout the summer.
Sports Field Trip The MAC shuttle will transport campers and counselors to fun places for activities such as touring Busch Stadium, enjoying a Gateway Grizzlies day game, ice skating, bowling and watching the Fairmount Park horse races! F June 6-10 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. F Ages 6-12 F Drop off and pick up at the West Clubhouse F Boxed lunches are included F Members: $300 F Guests: $360
CAMP DATES F June 6-10 F July 18-22 F June 20-24 F Aug. 1-5 F July 5-8 F Aug. 15-19
Baseball F July 5-8 from 9 a.m.-12 p.m. F Grades K-6
WEEK 2 – Safety Week June 24 – Bike and Helmet Day
Basketball F Aug. 1-5 from 1-4 p.m. F Grades: K-6 Lacrosse F June 27-July 1 F Grades 1-6 Adventure Field Trip The MAC shuttle will transport campers and counselors to explore fun destinations such as Lone Elk Park, Meramec Caverns, Cahokia Mounds, World Bird Sanctuary and the Science Center. Campers will hike, fish and explore the great outdoors! F July 11-15 from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. F Ages 6-12 F Drop off and pick up at West Clubhouse F Boxed lunches are included F Members: $300 F Guests: $360
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CAMP FEES F Cost: $149 per week F 72-hour cancellation or no show fee: $25 per week F Walk-in fee: $25 per week F Lunch available at $7 per day
Each week of Summer Camp MAC offers a special theme. These include topics such as safety, healthy eating and more. This is the best way for children to receive quality education while also having fun! Sign up now! WEEK 1 June 3 – Team Spirit Day WEEK 2 June 10 – Lifeguard Demonstration/ Safety Discussion WEEK 3 June 15 – Create Tie-Dye Shirts WEEK 4 June 24 – Bike Safety Week
SUMMER PRESCHOOL CAMP THEMES WEEK 1 – Water Safety Week June 10 – Lifeguard Demonstration
WEEK 3 – Stranger Safety Week July 8 – Bubble Party WEEK 4 – Fire Safety Week July 22 – West County Fire Department Visit WEEK 5 – Health and Fitness Week August 5 – Parent/Special Guest Picnic Lunch WEEK 6 – Heroes Week August 19 – Superhero and Princess Dress Up
WEEK 5 July 1 – Party in the USA (Wear red, white and blue) WEEK 6 July 8 – Town and Country Police Officer Visit WEEK 7 July 15 – Bubble Bus Party WEEK 8 July 22 – West County Fire Department Visit WEEK 9 July 29 – Crazy Hair Day WEEK 10 August 5 – Parent/Special Guest Picnic Lunch WEEK 11 August 12 – End of Summer Carnival
Squash Summer Camp June 6-10, 13-17 F West Clubhouse Junior Beginner Camp Monday – Friday; 8:30 a.m.-9:30 a.m. This camp is open to all children ages 8-13 years old. Junior Intermediate Camp Monday-Friday; 9:30 a.m.-11 a.m. This camp is for children ages 10-15 with squash experience.
Elite Camp Monday-Friday; Doubles sessions from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and 2 p.m.-4 p.m. This camp is for elite players ages 16+. Coaches will invite players to this camp. Space is limited. To register, contact Adam Bews at abews@mac-stl.org or 314-539-7440.
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» Tennis Tips for Tournament Play By Kim Steinmetz, Director of Tennis DEALING WITH THE SUN AND WIND The wind and sun are two factors that can destroy a person’s game. Players should take advantage of these techniques when dealing with sun and wind.
Downtown Clubhouse LAP SWIMMING HOURS As the West Clubhouse pool heats up with action, don’t forget that the Downtown Clubhouse pool is open for lap swimming Monday-Friday from 4 a.m.-9 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. No Sunday hours are available. During the summer, limited lap swimming (fewer lanes available) occurs Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8:15-9 a.m. due to the Water Aerobics class and Tuesday evenings from 6-7 p.m. due to the Adult Group Swim Training.
Downtown Athletics July Fourth Hours The Downtown Athletic Department will be closed on Monday, July 4, due to the Independence Day holiday. It will reopen with regular hours on Tuesday, July 5.
Pro Shop Father’s Day Sale Take an additional 20% off already reduced merchandise* at both Pro Shop locations June 10-18. *Excludes Stan Musial merchandise at the West Clubhouse
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F Warm-up on both ends of the court to get use to both the wind and the sun. F For strong hitters, hit with the wind at your back first and then move to the side with the wind in your face. If you do the opposite, you may find it hard to keep the ball in once you move to the side with the wind at your back. F Hit the ball higher over the net when playing against the wind. F Use your topspin to bring the ball down when playing with the wind. F Keep in mind that a good lob in windy conditions or with the sun at your back is a very effective tool! F When serving into the sun, try changing your serving position along the baseline, making the sun less of an issue. Also take a few practice tosses to find where you would like to toss the ball to avoid the sun. F If the sun is really bothering you during your serve, it may be advisable not to rush the net right away. This will give your eyes a little more time to adjust. Visit the website to read more of Kim’s tennis tips.
JUNIOR TENNIS SUMMER PROGRAMS Camps will be offered for 11 weeks this summer from May 31-August 12. There will be no class on May 30 or July 4. Register for each week separately online. To register, login to the website and go to www.mac-stl.org > Athletics > Tennis > Junior Tennis Calendar. TOTS TENNIS – AGES 5-7 F Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 12-1 p.m. or 4-5 p.m. F Location: West Clubhouse F Members: $48 per week F Guests: $58 per week FUTURE STARS – AGES 8-11 F Monday – Friday from 1-4 p.m. F Location: West Clubhouse F Members: $200 per week F Guests: $260 per week JR. HIGH PERFORMANCE – AGES 11-14 F Monday – Friday from 1-4 p.m. F Location: West Clubhouse F Members: $200 per week F Guests: $260 per week
PEAK PERFORMANCE AGES 11-14* F Monday-Thursday from 8-11:30 a.m. Friday match play from 9-11:30 a.m. F Location: Villa Duchesne F Member: $250 per week F Guest: $335 per week (cost includes match play) HIGH PERFORMANCE AGES 11-14* F Monday-Friday from 8-10 a.m. F Location: Principia F Member: $175 per week F Guest: $225 per week (cost includes match play) VARSITY PERFORMANCE – HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS* F Monday-Friday from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. F Location: Principia F Member: $175 per week F Guest: $225 per week (cost includes match play on Fridays) *Note: These Performance Classes will not be offered in August.
JUNIOR GOLF Head golf pro, Maria Palozola, offers junior golf programs such as U.S. Kids Golf Junior Camps, beginner camps, SNAG programs for children K-3 and more! Visit www.stlouisgolflessons.com and use password MAC2016GOLF to register.
A BUN C H OF “HOOP”L AH MAC Players Compete in NACAD Tournament In late April, the MAC sent two teams to the 2016 NACAD (National Association of Club Athletic Directors) Basketball Tournament, which was hosted by the Multnomah Athletic Club in Portland, Oregon. One team competed in the A Division and the BACK ROW L TO R – RYAN SHOTKOSKI, LUKE other in the AA (35+) division. HORNOF, MARK OMMEN, DANIEL CLINARD, AND Team A finished the tournament RICH SAUGET JR. FRONT ROW L TO R – KRIS TURLEY, with a record of 0-4. They competed BILLY PAPPAS, COACH MICHAEL LOFTON, AND against teams from the Detroit NATHAN STONNER (ROSS KNUTSON NOT PICTURED) Athletic Club, Fort Worth Club, Multnomah Athletic Club, and Washington Athletic Club. They played some great basketball during the tournament and represented the MAC well. They lost 76-74 during a very close game against Detroit. The AA team finished the BACK ROW L TO R – RICH SAUGET JR., RYAN tournament with a record of 3-2. LUECHTEFELD, LARRY DRURY, BRIAN TURNER, RYAN They competed against teams from ROBERTSON, BRIAN WESTRE, AND ROSS KNUTSON the Olympic Club, Washington FRONT ROW L TO R – MATT MORRIS, TROY Athletic Club, Spokane Club, and ROBERTSON, COACH MICHAEL LOFTON, BRAD Multnomah Athletic Club twice. MILLS, AND KRIS TURLEY They finished a round robin play with a 3-1 record and earned a spot in the Tournament Championship. Their only loss in pool play came to the Multnomah Athletic Club. Multnomah was the reigning, undefeated 2015 champ. The MAC played hard, but lost the game. They finished in second place. Ten clubs participated in this year’s tournament in seven different divisions with a total of 36 teams.
2016 Basketball Banquet Presents Awards to Club’s Top Players Annually, the MAC hosts a Basketball Banquet to celebrate the season’s players, teams and accomplishments. This year, the banquet was held on April 4 in the Sportsman’s Club. The players gathered to watch the NCAA Men’s National Basketball Championship game and were presented with the annual awards. The 2016 Bill Dakke Sportsmanship Award went to Tom Caspari. Caspari has been a MAC member and basketball player since 1976. He was unable to attend the event; however, Kevin Cantwell (fellow Over 40 Basketball League player and the 2015 Bill Daake Award Winner) accepted the award on Tom’s behalf. Tyler Rasmuson received the 2015-16 Rookie of the Year award. The 2015-16 Brick Award went to Luke Pope. Luke made 12 free throws out of 49 (24.4%) this past year. To qualify for this “prestigious” award, a player must attempt at least 35 free throws during the course of the past year’s leagues and play in at least two of them.
(LEFT) KEVIN CANTWELL ACCEPTING THE BILL DAKKE AWARD FOR TOM CASPARI.
Double Elimination Basketball Tournament The annual MAC Double Elimination Basketball Tournament concluded on April 12. The winner of the 2016 tournament was the team captained by Tyler Korte. They beat the team captained by John Lynch. Team Korte won the first game 57-50. They remained undefeated and won the Tournament Championship. Richard Joyce (Team Korte) was named Tournament MVP for his performance throughout the entire tournament. Joyce finished the tournament leading with 25.8 points per game.
(LEFT) L TO R: GREG BEEKMAN, GARY WIDEMAN, CARL WINTERS, BRETT BENYO, RICHARD JOYCE, JACK MARTIN, AND BRAD MILLS. NOT PICTURED: CAPTAIN TYLER KORTE. (RIGHT) TOURNAMENT MVP RICHARD JOYCE.
(RIGHT) TROY ROBERTSON PRESENTS TYLER RASMUSON WITH HIS AWARD.
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MAC Highlights Squash Program During Championships The MAC held its annual squash championship on Saturday, April 9. Matches began at noon and the awards banquet was held later that evening at the West Clubhouse. Congratulations to the following award winners: SINGLES A Singles: Randy Nistler defeated Tim Engelmeyer 3-2 B Singles: David Suggs defeated Connor Gallagher 3-1 C Singles: Marty Fitz defeated Brett Pantazi 3-2 Ladies Singles: Nancy Holekamp defeated Connie Gonzalez 3-1 GU13: Nina Zumwalt defeated Katie Holekamp 3-0 GU17: Allison James defeated Sonya Shafqat 3-1 GU19: Connie Gonzalez defeated Mia Schroeder 3-0 BU13: Henry Byrne defeated Carson James 3-0 BU15: Brendan Gordon defeated Avi Dundoo 3-1 BU17: Jack Holekamp defeated Scott Berni 3-0 BU19: Connor Gallagher defeated Jack Holekamp 3-0
DOUBLES Mens A Doubles: Craig Parker/Tom Beattie defeated Mark Gaertner/Gary Gaertner 3-2 Mens B Doubles: Nick Bahn/Brian Lyss defeated Tony Tramelli/Jonathan Heyel 3-1 Mens C Doubles: Paul Reilly/Bill Swoboda defeated Len Essig/Grant Willer 3-2 Ladies Doubles: Connie Gonzalez/Mia Schroeder defeated Sally Scott/Michelle Beattie 3-1 Female Player of the Season: Connie Gonzalez Male Player of the Season: Connor Gallagher Most Improved Junior: Scott Berni Most Improved Adult: David Suggs
(FROM LEFT) MENS A DOUBLES WINNERS – CRAIG PARKER AND TOM BEATTIE; THE PENNINGTONS; A SINGLES – RANDY NISTLE (WINNER) AND TIM ENGELMEYER (RUNNER UP); B SINGLES WINNER AND MOST IMPROVED – DAVID SUGGS (CENTER). 20 F Cherry Diamond F JUNE 2016
U19 GIRLS SINGLES WINNERS AND LADIES DOUBLES WINNERS – MIA SCHROEDER AND CONNIE GONZALEZ.
GU13 WINNER – NINA ZUMWALT (CENTER)
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BU17 WINNERS – JACK HOLEKAMP (WINNER) AND SCOTT BERNI (RUNNER UP)
Check out an amazing new video produced about the MAC’s squash program! VISIT THE MAC’S YOUTUBE CHANNEL www.youtube.com/missouriathleticclub!
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MAC to Host High School All-Star Games St. Louis has a soccer tradition unlike any other in America. Gateway City soccer fans can catch a glimpse of the next generation of soccer stars on Friday, June 17 as the MAC once again hosts the High School Senior All-Star Soccer Games. The games will be held at the Soccer Park in Fenton. Players are chosen by the Eastern Missouri High School Coaches Association. Sponsorship opportunities are still available for this year’s games. For more information, contact Jim Wilson at 314-539-4488 or jwilson@mac-stl.org.
F R I DAY, J U N E 17 6 p.m. – Girls game 8 p.m. – Boys game $5 – Adults $3 – Students Tickets will be sold at the gate. Parking is $5.
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MAC Foundations’ Golf Classic Tournament Save the date for this annual MAC tradition. Gather for a day of golf, dinner and auctions while raising funds for the MAC’s three foundations: The Preservation Foundation, the Sports Foundation and the Foundation for the Arts. Registration includes practice range, golf, lunch, dinner and prizes. MONDAY, AUGUST 29 10:30 a.m. – Registration 11 a.m. – Lunch 12 p.m. – Golf 6 p.m. – Dinner and auction Members and Guests – $350 per person Reception and Dinner Only (no golf) – $100 per person Glen Echo Country Club TOURNAMENT FORMAT Threesome Scramble (Two groups, six players per hole)
Sponsorship Opportunities $5,000 PLATINUM SPONSOR F Two threesomes in tournament F Banner signage F Cherry Diamond quarter page ad - three-time schedule F Six additional dinners F Mulligans for each player F Name on signage at tee or green F Company logo on printed materials F Recognition at awards dinner after tournament $2,500 GOLD SPONSOR F One threesome in tournament F Cherry Diamond quarter page ad - three-time schedule F Three additional dinners F Mulligans for each player F Name on signage at tee or green F Recognition at awards dinner after tournament
HIGHLIGHTS F Three flights with awards for first, second and third F Closest to the Pin and Longest Drive F Mulligans available F Auction items F Tee gift and attendance prizes F Adult beverages included all day
$1,500 SILVER SPONSOR F One threesome in tournament F Name on signage at tee or green F Recognition at awards dinner after tournament
Register online.
Contact Katie Maurer at 314-539-4402 for sponsorship opportunities.
August is Foundations’ Month
$300 TEE SPONSOR F Name on signage at tee or green F Recognition at awards dinner after tournament
August is the first annual Foundations’ Month to fund the foundations and raise awareness for each of their missions. Each foundation is a separate 501c3. Join the MAC in supporting the Art, Preservation and Sports Foundations, including the Charitable Society for Children, and their missions by attending the following events: F August 10: Foundation Meeting at 6 p.m. at the West Clubhouse F August 18: Foundation Meeting at 6 p.m. in the Downtown Clubhouse Art Lounge Also, look for unique displays in the lobby to help raise awareness.
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Personal Training Instructional Videos
Personal Trainer Highlight: SUSAN TRAMELLI-BISCHOFF
West Clubhouse Fitness Manager, Paul Helfrich, and Downtown Fitness Manager, Courtney Hutt, teamed up to create a series of how-to personal training videos. Ranging from instruction on how to perform the perfect squat to how to dead lift correctly, these short videos will be released periodically on the Club’s YouTube channel so stay tuned! They will also be shared on the MAC’s Facebook and Twitter pages.
Sprint Triathlon This year’s Sprint Triathlon occurs on Saturday, Sept. 10, and registration opens Aug. 1 so mark your calendars!
Improve Your Life ONE MASSAGE AT A TIME New Client Special: Receive a one-hour massage for the price of a 30-minute massage.* Call 314-539-4482 (DT) or 314-539-4433 (WE) to schedule a massage.
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Susan Tramelli-Bischoff, personal trainer at the West Clubhouse, strives to better the lives of her clients one workout at a time. She has worked at the MAC since 2006 and offers a variety of classes at the West Clubhouse: Total Body Conditioning, X-Fit, Forever Young and Boot Camp. Occasionally, she subs for Fitball, Muscle Up, Kettle Bell and 20/20/20. Full of exuberance and spunk, the Italian loves to switch up routines and try new things! She also assists the membership department. FUN FACTS: Susan has been married to her husband Jim for 23 years and has two sons, Jimmy and John, and a daughter, Jacque. She also has a dog named Smalls. Check out Susan’s schedule of fitness classes and register online at mac-stl.org > Wellness > Fitness Calendar.
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REVISED STATEMENT INFORMATION Last month, we communicated that paper statements would be discontinued starting May 31, but upon receiving your feedback, paper statements will be sent one more time to further communicate details about the e-statement transition, specifically: 1. While all members are encouraged to access their statement online, we will continue to offer paper statements upon request. Please contact the Accounting Department at billing@mac-stl.org, if you wish to continue receiving a paper statement after May 31. 2. NEW – Statements can now be paid online through the website via ACH or credit card! Statement can also be paid in person at either clubhouse, by mail (sent to the Downtown Clubhouse), or automatic ACH through the Accounting Department. Follow these instructions to view and pay your statement online: HOW TO VIEW YOUR ONLINE STATEMENT To view your secure statement, go to: My MAC > My Statement or click My Statement in the Quick Links box on the member homepage.
3. Select “Click here to register.”
F Payment information must be submitted before 3 p.m. to be processed on the next business day.
4. Complete the registration form to register yourself and any guests.
2. Pay by Credit Card – maximum 2.5% processing fee. F Click on Credit Card Payment under Payment Center in the left column (you will be routed to our Plastiq credit card processing site). F Create your Plastiq payment account. F Allow 48-72 hours for your payment to be processed and transmitted to the MAC. Please contact the Accounting Department with any questions at billing@ mac-stl.org or 314-539-4432. ONLINE FITNESS REGISTRATION IS HERE! Members can now register for West Clubhouse fitness classes online! Once logged into the website, follow these steps: 1. From the member homepage, go to Wellness > Fitness Calendar. The classes and events for the day are listed on the calendar in chronological order. 2. Select the class you wish to attend.
5. You will receive a confirmation email upon completing registration. Contact the West Clubhouse fitness desk with any questions at 314-539-4433. VIDEOS AND MORE VIDEOS The popularity of videos is on the rise, and the MAC is keeping up with the trend. Several new videos have been produced and are available to watch on the MAC’s YouTube channel. From a new video showcasing the MAC’s remarkable squash program to testimonial videos highlighting why the MAC is so special, new content is now available to check out! Paul Helfrich and Courtney Hutt teamed up and put together a series of personal training instructional videos that will be released periodically. The first installment on how to properly perform a squat is now online! Find the MAC on YouTube at youtube.com/missouriathleticclub.
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Mother’s Day Brunch at West Debuts New Dining Room Members had the chance to experience the West Clubhouse’s new and improved dining room during Mother’s Day Brunch on May 8. A delicious breakfast buffet was available including a carving station, hot and cold buffets and a dessert table. At the Downtown Clubhouse, members gathered to celebrate mom by enjoying a delicious spread in the Missouri Ballroom. PHOTO CREDIT: KALIE LONG, LONG LIVE MEDIA
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Magic IN THE AIR On May 18, fathers, daughters, grandfathers and granddaughters gathered for the renowned Father/Daughter Banquet held in the Missouri Ballroom. The evening began with carriage rides around downtown and photos, followed by dinner and dancing! D.J. Joe Fingerhut added entertainment to the night! See more photos on Facebook!
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VICTORIA SANSONE SINGS AMAZING GRACE.
Apollos’ Spring Concert Highlights Inspirational Favorites On April 29, the historic Apollos presented their spring concert focusing on inspirational favorites such as “Close Every Door,” “Hallelujah” from Shrek and others. More than 100 members attended and enjoyed a cocktail reception, dinner and a memorable program. During the evening, the Board of Governor candidates were introduced to the crowd.
THE BOARD OF GOVERNOR CANDIDATES ARE ANNOUNCED BEFORE THE PROGRAM.
FYC Attends Wack-A-Doo Concert On April 6, the Forever Young Club took a trip to the Sheldon Concert Hall for a performance by Wack-A-Doo, a St. Louis band that plays a mix of Vintage Swing, American Folk and Speakeasy Syncopation. THE FYC GETS SETTLED IN BEFORE ENJOYING THE PERFORMANCE. 28 F Cherry Diamond F JUNE 2016
THE APOLLOS PRESENT INSPIRATIONAL FAVORITES.
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Takeout dinner, dining at the Club or home cooking? St. Louis Post-Dispatch Food Writer, Daniel Neman would likely choose the latter. He recently reported a little more than half of all dinners served at home were actually made at home. Folks who frequently cook at home look forward to his stories in the Wednesday “Let’s Eat” section of the paper. Whether it’s a new recipe or a look back at a trend, Neman’s writing style is very comfortable; you are in the kitchen, chatting with him. Join the FYC on Friday, June 17 at 11:30 a.m. for a presentation by Neman at the West Clubhouse.
Celebrate Independence Day with the MAC! DOWNTOWN CLUBHOUSE FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION Parade festivities return “home” this year. Fourth of July celebrations will take place at the Downtown Clubhouse on Saturday, July 2.
BREAKFAST BUFFET Enjoy a breakfast buffet in the Missouri Ballroom before riding aboard the MAC float. 7-10 a.m. Adults – $21.95 per person Children (5-12) – $12.95 per child Children (4 and under) – Gratis Register online or call 314-539-4470 for dining reservations.
VP PARADE The VP Parade begins at 9:45 a.m. and will run along Market Street. A special MAC members-only bleacher section complete with snacks and beverages will be available for members along the parade route. The MAC shuttle will transport parade-goers to and from the Club to the member seating area. To ride aboard the MAC float, contact Katie Maurer at 314-539-4402. Visit www.vpparade.org for up-to-date information and event details.
FOURTH OF JULY AT THE WEST CLUBHOUSE Head out to the West Clubhouse on July 4 for a fun day at the pool including grill specials and special drink concoctions from the tiki bar! 10 a.m. – Pool opens 11 a.m.-3 p.m. – Grill and tiki bar opens Call 314-539-4490 for more information.
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Get Your Shine On WITH A SHOE SHINE
The Downtown Clubhouse’s nail technician, Chiante Boddie, is now available Monday-Thursday from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. for all your nail care needs. For the month of June, purchase a manicure and pedicure duo and get a second manicure and pedicure half off (same-day service)! For Father’s Day, give the gift of nail care; treat your dad and treat yourself!
During the month of June, bring two pairs of shoes/boots/golf shoes (men’s or ladies’) to be shined and receive a third pair for free (must bring in all three pairs at the same time). Drop off shoes at the Downtown Clubhouse athletic desk or at the West Clubhouse Pro Shop to be serviced downtown. Full-service repair work (heels, soles, leather work, dying, stretching, etc.) is also available!
Artist of the Month Jim Trotter is a commercial photographer-artist and the owner of Trotter Art Inc., located in St. Louis, MO. Jim produces advertising photography, including architecture, product conceptual images and portraits, and produces his images using high-resolution digital cameras, and Photoshop. Jim’s studio reproduces prints (art reproductions) for artists. The artist prints display in many galleries and businesses throughout the St. Louis area. He has pioneered the Gigapan Imaging System, a robotic camera device that assists in creating extreme wide angle images in high resolution. He has produced four coffee table books, “The Best of Saint Louis” fourth edition is now available. Trotter Art can produce custom images for clients at any size. Visit Jim’s website at www.trotterart.com or call 314-878-0777. To purchase any work on display, contact Morgan Franke at 314-539-4438 or mfranke@mac-stl.org. 30 F Cherry Diamond F JUNE 2016
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Meet Nichole Miller-Kirk In preparation for the opening of the 1903 bar and dining room, Nichole Miller-Kirk, Training Manager and Certified Wine Specialist, was hired to oversee the wine and dining program at the new space. She also oversees staffing and setting the standards of service. Nichole has worked in the food industry since the age of 15. Since then, she has spent time at some of St. Louis’ top restaurants. Although she has a bachelor’s degree in English literature, she has always had a love for libations, specifically wine. Currently, she is studying to be a Certified Sommelier and will take her exam this August. The wine specialist hopes to build a rapport with the MAC membership so that they feel comfortable coming to her with questions, concerns or comments. “If I am not able to address the situation personally, I will make it a point to help the member resolve any issue they have,” she says. Outside of work, Nichole loves to read fiction and take her dog for walks in Forest Park with her husband. She also loves music and enjoys time at the blues music venue that her husband manages. “We’re also big Euchre players,” she adds. “There’s nothing like a good card game.” Join us in welcoming Nichole!
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Snapshots PRESIDENT TROY ROBERTSON AND PAST PRESIDENT BRENT KANIECKI PREVIEW 1903.
MR. BARNIDGE WAS THE VERY FIRST MEMBER TO VOTE ELECTRONICALLY ON ELECTION DAY.
CAROL LAYTON, PETER FUERST, LEE STUEBY AND KATHERINE HARTENBERGER PARTICIPATE IN A DUPLICATE BRIDGE GAME.
A DOUBLE RAINBOW ABOVE THE WEST CLUBHOUSE.
KATIE MAURER AND GOVERNOR PETER DUNNE AT THE ELECTION ROOFTOP HAPPY HOUR.
MARK BRANDOM WITH TOM DANKENBRING AT THE ELECTION ROOFTOP HAPPY HOUR.
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TOM BAHN, MARK BAHN, STEVE BAHN AND NICK BAHN DEMONSTRATE THAT ELECTION DAY IS A FAMILY AFFAIR!
THE LUNCH AND TOUR GROUP VISITED THE HOME OF DAVID AND THUY SMITH ON MAY 2, THE FIRST ACTIVE HOUSE IN THE U.S.
ROBERT WUNDERLICH AND ANDY AND REGINA EBERHARDT ENJOY DINNER AT THE APOLLOS’ SPRING CONCERT ON APRIL 29. PHOTO CREDIT: KRISTI FOSTER PHOTOGRAPHY
JOE SCHERRER, LECIA RIVES, JULI NIEMANN AND BRANDON DEMPSEY ARE INTRODUCED BY NAJAH FENNOY AT THE INAUGURAL SPRING BUSINESS FORUM ON APRIL 20.
THE MAC FINISHED SECOND TO STRATHALBYN FARMS CC WITH A SCORE OF 437/500 DURING THE INTERCLUB CLAY CHAMPIONSHIP ON MAY 13. GOVERNOR CHRIS HYAMS WON THE HIGHEST INDIVIDUAL SCORE WITH 93/100. PICTURED HERE L TO R: MIKE LUTH, HENRY SCHWETYE, JAMES SCHWETYE, GOV. CHRIS HYAMS AND TODD KESKE. See more photos on Facebook!
Missouri Athletic Club elegance, service and hospitality since 1903
F Timelessly elegant ornate ballroom for ceremonies or receptions. F Onsite award-winning culinary service ranging from fine dining to wedding cakes and late night snacks.
F Hotel rooms to accommodate the newlyweds and their guests. F Shuttle service for the wedding party.
To tour the space and reserve your date, call 314-539-4470 | 405 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, MO 63102 | www.mac-stl.org