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New Website and Mobile App Are Coming
Founded in 1903
The MAC will soon be getting a new website and mobile app to help improve Members' registration and browsing experiences.
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MISSOURI ATHLETIC CLUB MARCH 2021
Cherry Diamond Staff
Playing It Safe Golf has experienced a resurgence during the pandemic. See what golf offerings the MAC has in store for this upcoming season.
Publisher – Dan Lett Director of Communications – Jim Wilson Content Marketing Manager/Managing Editor – Robyn Dexter Communications Coordinator – Kelsey Sims General Manager – Wallace L. Smith To advertise, contact Kelsey Sims at 314-539-4459 or ksims@mac-stl.org.
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The Cherry Diamond Vol. 115/No. 3 (USPS: 102-560) is published monthly by the Missouri Athletic Club, 405 Washington Ave., St. Louis, MO 63102, (314) 231-7220. Subscription - $50 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
MAC's Jackson Riney stands out as one of the youngest and most dedicated Club Members through his biweekly personal training sessions with Chris Lueken.
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Jerrad Benton Get to know one of the Club's most sought-after massage therapists, Jerrad Benton.
Board of Governors Officers Dan Lett – President Nat Walsh – Vice President Jeff Moore – Second Vice President Gene Frederic III – Secretary Cheri McLaughlin – Treasurer Class of 2021 Gene Frederic III, Daniel Lett, Cheri McLaughlin, Jeffery Moore, Nat Walsh
D E PA R T M E N T S
ON THE COVER
2 Upcoming Events
18 Athletics
MAC golfer participates in the
4 President’s Column
24 Wellness
2020 Preservation Foundation
6 General Manager's Column
27 Youth Programs
Golf Tournament held at Glen
7 Security Update
28 Clubs Within the Club
Echo Country Club. This year's
8 Membership
31 Around the Club
tournament is scheduled for
12 Financial Update
32 MAC Past
13 Dining
33 Snapshots
14 Foundations
Monday, Aug. 30.
Class of 2022 Julie Ahrling, Matt Gross, Angie Minges, Duke Niedringhaus, Aaron Pawlitz Class of 2023 Steven Albart, E. Tracy Beckette, Brent Beumer, Justin Fowler, Christopher Swank
The Making of an CONNECT
MAC MASTERPIECE @macstlouis
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UPCOMING EVENTS
MARCH
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Membership Mixer
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All Members are invited to bring a new, prospective Member to learn more about the Club, interact with Membership committee and Board Members and take a tour of the Clubhouse. Appetizers, beer and wine are complimentary. 5:30-7:30 p.m. To attend, contact Rodney Stoyer at rstoyer@mac-stl. org or 314-539-4429 or register online.
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10 MTS Irish Whiskey Tasting
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Join the Mark Twain Society for a night of whiskey tastings. Price includes tasting, cigars, hors d’oeuvres and garage parking. 6:30-8:30 p.m. $42.50, plus service charge for MTS Members $46.50, plus service charge for non-MTS Members Register online or call 314-539-4470.
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Presented by B Extraordinary Gallery. Includes all art supplies, step-by-step instruction lead by San Diego Artist, Tomi Hayes, appetizers and one glass of house wine. Your canvas is yours to keep. 5:30-7:30 p.m. $50 per person (signature / cash bar) Register online or call 314-539-4490.
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Enjoy a delicious Easter brunch with the family at the Downtown Clubhouse. Photos with the easter bunny from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Seating Times: 10 a.m.- 1 p.m. Adults: $36.95 Children: $16.95 Children under 4: Gratis Call 314-539-4470 to register.
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Bring a new, prospective Member to learn more about the Club, interact with Membership committee and Board Members and take a tour of the Clubhouse. Appetizers, beer and wine are complimentary. 5:30-7:30 p.m. To attend, contact Rodney Stoyer at rstoyer@mac-stl. org or 314-539-4429 or register online.
Easter Brunch
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Easter Brunch
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Enjoy a delicious Easter brunch with the family at the West Clubhouse. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Adults: $36.95 Children: $16.95 Children under 4: Gratis Call 314-539-4490 to register.
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Apollo Spring Show
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Enjoy "An Evening with the Apollos" with a cabaretstyle show in the MAC's Art Lounge. Donations for the MAC CSC are encouraged. Complimentary garage parking. 6 p.m. - Cocktails (Cash/signature bar) 7 p.m. - Program Register online or call 314-539-4470 to attend.
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Election Rooftop Happy Hour
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Hermann Trophy Awards
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The MAC will present the Hermann Trophy to the top male and female collegiate soccer players in the country. Find out who will be crowned soccer's next rising stars at the MAC Hermann Trophy banquet. A press conference announcing the winners will kick off the event. JAN. 28: Release of Watch Lists MAY 4: Release of 15 men's and women's semifinalists MAY 12: Release of 3 men's and women's finalists MAY 27: Announcement of men’s and women’s winners at the Banquet
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All Members are invited to meet and mix with your fellow Members on the Downtown Clubhouse rooftop before the MAC Election in May. The MAC encourages Members to bring spouses, a date and/or guest. Drink specials include: $3 draft beer and domestic bottle $5 draft (craft) and bottle premium/wine $5 wells Register online or call 314-539-4470.
CLUB ELECTION
Calendar April 6: Announcement of the 2021
Election Board of Governor
Candidates: Watch for candidate
and election notices in the Club
emails. The candidate posting will
take place at 12 p.m.
April 26: The Board of Governor
Campaigns begin!
April 29: Rooftop Happy Hour More information to come.
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LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT s the weather resumes its march toward spring and COVID vaccines produce positive results, we continue our journey toward a destination of normalcy. We observe a steady escalation of Club utilization by Members. The morning crew at both Clubhouses enthusiastically return to their early morning rituals. Members progressively resume dining, sharing beverages and attending events. Although some of our experiences depart from typical norms, Members navigate the policies and procedures and, while challenges exist, each Member enjoys their MAC experience within their own comfort level. It may be some time, if ever, that we return to all the experiences in the manner that we relish. In the meantime, the MAC will evolve to provide a premier experience for us under whatever circumstances we encounter. Membership stands at 2,141 and, in January, we saw positive trends in net new Members for the first time since the start of the pandemic. That trend continued in February. Thank you to our Membership Committee and staff for continuing the work of adding new Members. All of our Members are on the membership team, and we appreciate our Members’ assistance in continuing the positive momentum. Reminder: For every new Member referred by a Member between now and Aug. 1, the referring Member earns a $500 platinum card for use as a credit on any non-dues spending within the Club. For our Platinum Members, also note that under recent changes, if you lose your platinum partner, you no longer lose your Platinum status. Once a Platinum, always a Platinum. Financially, our Club remains on a steady course, with cash flow outpacing budget through the first half of the fiscal year. The MAC qualified for an Employee Retention Tax Credit program as part of the Disaster Relief Act of 2020. Funds from this program bestow an unexpected, but favorable tail wind. As we manage the ongoing operations, deploying our resources wisely, we also contemplate the future of the MAC. The Board and Planning Committee recently held a whiteboard planning session to continue the important exercise of strategic planning. In addition to continuing to make our Club premier for our Members, we ponder what future membership looks like and consider trends that will impact our Club in the future. This interactive session, facilitated by a design strategist, was highly informative and engendered forward looking thinking for the Club. We also examined potential capital projects, including required sustentation projects as well as elective projects. Our 10-year capital plan includes these projects, which we will refine and prioritize as we move forward into more lucrative times as hotel and banquet activity returns. In a special column next month, Governor McLaughlin, chair of the Planning Committee, will share
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her reflections on recent enhancements to our planning process and the importance of strategic thinking. Continuity of leadership at the Club is bright. Through governance orientation sessions and other initiatives, we are building a strong pipeline of future leaders. Preparations are underway for the election of a new Governor class on May 6. The five new Governors will commence service May 20 on a historic board that includes the first female President of the MAC, Angie Minges. Angie’s election has already garnered considerable positive attention for the MAC. We commissioned several task forces in 2020 to focus on important topics impacting the MAC. Our Membership Engagement Task Force continues to devise innovative ways of engaging our membership during the COVID pandemic. Our Diversity & Inclusion Task Force pursues the important work of ensuring that the MAC remains an inclusive place for our employees, Members and guests. We recently held engagement listening sessions with diverse employees from both Clubhouses. We were encouraged by the feedback received and accepting of prospects for improvement. The Women's Initiative Group held a strategy session to brainstorm ways the group can support the strategic framework in the upcoming year, including opportunities to enhance female recruitment and engagement within the Club. Our Civic Engagement Task Force focuses on leveraging the MAC, as a leader in the community, in engagement with regional, state, county and city civic leaders to foster engagement and influence. Recently, the MAC affiliated with the leader of the St. Louis area Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, who will serve on our Civic Engagement Task Force. Our Downtown Safety Task Force (DSTF) promotes safety and security at our Downtown Clubhouse and in the city. From new technology to enhanced lighting and additional security, we have strengthened the safety of the Club for our Members. We recently established a Branding Task Force that will lead the branding efforts for the Club by developing the marketing strategy and brand architecture, including identify and developing the elements needed to create an internal marketing/loyalty campaign. The state of our Club is strong, and we are on pace to emerge from the pandemic poised to continue as the premier athletic, social and dining club for business professionals and their families in the St. Louis region. I look forward to seeing you at the Club.
Dan Lett, President Missouri Athletic Club
W E B S I T E U P D AT E
A New Website And Mobile App Experience is Coming! Next month, the MAC is upgrading to a brand new website and mobile app provider. The new website and app will be more functional and accessible, with all of your favorite MAC features at your fingertips and on-the-go. The new website will be hosted by Jonas, the company the MAC currently uses for its billing system. Using one company for both back-end systems will streamline many of the site’s key aspects and make it easier to use for both Members and the employees who maintain it. One main component that’s going to affect many Members right at the website’s launch is the ACH billing system. For their own security, Members who are enrolled in auto-payments will need to re-enter their banking information on the website upon its launch to ensure the electronic payments continue to process, and those who were used to viewing their statements online will need to update their profiles to be able to access them. It’s imperative that Members transition their information to the new website because it will not carry over. Once the website is live on April 5, Members can navigate to the Statements page and click on the button that says “Pay Now.” By clicking this link, a new tab or window will open up, taking them to the Elavon portal. From there, Members will be able to pay their bill. They will be required to enter their payment information, as this information will not be on file initially with Elavon. This information can be stored for future payments if they like, but it is not required. More information on this will be available in the coming weeks. For the latest news on the website and mobile app rollout, please keep an eye on your email and MAC social media channels. The days surrounding the launch of the new platforms will feature special promotions for Members, and you won’t want to miss out!
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LETTER FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER t the end of 2020, President Trump signed into effect a $900 billion Coronavirus Response and Economic Relief Bill. This bill brought with it benefits for the MAC financially, and we are starting to see the effects of it already! According to the National Club Association, the employee retention tax credit has been extended and enhanced. The program, which initially only included businesses with 100 or fewer employees, has been expanded to include businesses with 500 or fewer employees. The MAC now fits into this category, which means we’re eligible to receive a credit in the first quarter of 2021 and possibly another one in the second quarter. It’s no secret that the pandemic has been hard on the private club industry, and the MAC is no exception. These funds will go a long way in making sure the MAC continues to hold its place in the industry and region as a premier athletic, dining and social Club for business, professional and civic leaders. We are grateful that these funds will bring additional financial stability in a time that’s full of ups and downs. Years ago, there was a 100 percent deduction for business meals in place, and Clubs like the MAC saw thriving lunch hours with countless businesspeople in and out of restaurant doors mid-day. When it was lowered to a 50 percent deduction, there was less enthusiasm and motivation for businesspeople to take their coworkers and clients to lunches at places like the MAC. The previously mentioned relief bill bumps that deduction back up to 100 percent, and we hope this encourages our Members to conduct their business meetings and lunches at our dining facilities both Downtown and West
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Clubhouses. Come show off your Club to your coworkers and clients and enjoy premier service at the Sportsman’s Club, Stan Musial Grille and 1903 dining room! As we continue to navigate through this pandemic, your safety is at the top of our priority list. We want our Members to come out to their Club and enjoy all it has to offer - from reduced capacity events to socially distanced workout classes. On the following page, you’ll find an article about how we’re taking care of the air you’re breathing when you’re at the Club and keeping you as safe as possible from the COVID-19 virus while you’re here. The MAC is a safe haven in these transitional times, and we are grateful to our Members who choose to spend their time at our Clubhouses and with each other. Whether you’re attending our events virtually or in person, we are constantly adapting to keep our Members engaged with each other to feel that sense of community and camaraderie that’s so vital to the spirit of the MAC. This year presents an opportunity for you as Members to truly embrace all the MAC has to offer. If you’ve been spending a lot of time at home, reach out to a fellow Member and see if they would join you for a drink in the 1903 bar or take a yoga class with you. Find that sense of community and seek refuge at your Club!
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Wally Smith, General Manager Missouri Athletic Club
The MAC is a safe haven in these transitional times, and we are grateful to our Members who choose to spend their time at our Clubhouses and with each other."
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M A C S E C U R I T Y U P D AT E
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SECURITY In recent months, the Cherry Diamond has featured several new initiatives at the Downtown Clubhouse to ensure the safety and security of our Members. These initiatives have included the installation of new and upgraded cameras in and around the Clubhouse, the installation of new lights in the parking garage, the addition of a security guard between the parking garage and building for larger events, and more. But it’s important to keep in mind safety and security efforts outside of crime prevention, including protection from COVID-19 particles in the air. The building standard HVAC filter was the pleated MERV 8 filter. However, a recent Wall Street Journal video highlighted that experts recommend that schools and businesses upgrade to the MERV 13 filter. This filter has a higher efficiency and can filter smaller particles than the MERV 8, such as the COVID-19 virus. It’s able to remove 80 percent or more of viruses that might be in the air and can be installed in standard ventilation systems. After looking into this, MAC administrators made the decision to implement all air handler units (AHUs) with the upgraded filter. Between the Downtown and West Clubhouses, 73 AHUs have been modified with the MERV 13 filters. These filters have been installed over the past few months and will be changed regularly to ensure the cleanliness of the air circulating at both MAC Clubhouses. They encompass every floor of both buildings, with multiple in some spaces to provide the safest atmosphere for our Members. Years ago, a PACE project allowed the MAC to overhaul the
Downtown Clubhouse ventilation system. The Club changed out the AHUs, and the new system allowed more fresh air to be brought in. The installation of these filters adds to the effectiveness of the system, and additional ventilation system upgrades for the Downtown Clubhouse are featured in next year’s capital plan.
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MAC MEMBERSHIP
W E L C OME New Members from
January
Anthon, Robert, self-employed, was proposed by John Anthon. Brown, Jake of Trophy Propoerties & Auction was proposed by Phil Brown. Castle, Ron (Florence DiTirro) of Fresenius Medical Center was proposed by James Bennett. Coers, John (Jaye Ann) of Catholic Diocese of Belleville was proposed by Robert Coers. Denaro, Tanner of United States Coast Guard was proposed by Keith Fabick. Huber, James (Amy) of Paradigm New Media was proposed by Chris Patritti. Johnson, Jeffrey (Amy) of Paradigm New Media Group was proposed by Chris Patritti. Mehan, Richard, student, was proposed by Donald Nonnenkamp. Moellenhoff, Christina (Steven Camasta) of Ferguson Facilities Supply was proposed by Sarah Gibbs. O'Rourke, Michael (Carrie) of Medical Sales was proposed by Mike O'Shea. Randazzo, Anthony (Vanessa Garcia) of Facilitec Corp. Furnishings was proposed by Jared Dodd. Sadewasser, Joseph (Katie) of Greater STL Council, BSA, was proposed by Ron Green. Scheidker, Matthew of U.S. Bank, N.A., was proposed by Len DeGonia. Stange, Eric of Accenture was proposed by Sharon Klaric Stange. Stuart, Joshua of Saint Louis University School of Law. Thomas, Samuel of Husch Blackwell was proposed by Micah Mills. Wachter, Trisha (Ryan) of Caesars Entertainment was proposed by Ben Brasseur. Weinbauer, Robert of Weinbauer Financial was proposed by Gerry Ortbals. Weinbauer, Joseph (Julie) of Weinbauer Financial was proposed by Mike Carlson.
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Get a Taste of MAC Membership Thursday, March 4 F West Clubhouse F Register online. All Members are invited to bring a new, prospective member to learn more about the Club, interact with membership committee and Board Members and take a tour of the Clubhouse. Club Members should contact the membership department to make a reservation and to register their guest. Light appetizers, beer and wine are complimentary. To attend, contact Rodney Stoyer at rstoyer@mac-stl.org or 314-539-4429 or register online. Unable to make it to this event? No worries. The MAC Membership Mixer will take place the first Thursday of every month. F
Secure Your PA RT N E R S H I P STAT U S The Platinum Partnership has been a recruitment tool for the Club since its inception approximately 10 years ago, and it has added a great boost to Club Members referring their friends and colleagues over the years. One sideeffect of this program has been the negative effects of losing a Platinum Partner who resigns or takes a leave from the Club. This negative aspect has especially come to light during the pandemic and unfortunate lockdown of the MAC facilities. In an effort to make the Platinum Partnership program an entirely positive experience, the Membership Committee and Board of Governors have approved the following changes to the plan. F Effective Oct. 1, all Members in the
Platinum Partnership dues category will remain in the category even if their Partner should resign or go on a leave from the Club. F This will remain in effect until such time as any Board of Governors could make changes to the Membership categories in the future. F To form a Platinum Partnership, any current Member of the Club must also be the new Members Proposing or Seconding Sponsor. F Now is the perfect time for any Member in the Diamond Club or À la Carte categories to recruit a Member and lock in their Platinum Partnership. F Bring your potential Platinum Partner to the Monthly Membership Mixer to give them a taste of the Club.
Give the Gift of Membership Receive $500 Club Credit for Each Referral Just because you already have a Platinum Partnership does not mean you should stop referring new Members to the Club. Starting Nov. 1, for each new Member referred to the Club, the referring Member will receive a Platinum Bonus of $500 Club credit. F With each new Member referred to the Club, the referring Member will receive a $500 Club credit on their statement. F There is no limit on the number of incentives a sponsoring Member can earn and more than one new Member can be referred for a credit in any given month. F A referral, as a referral credit, will not be awarded after the prospective Member has been approved by the Board of Governors. F The referring Member must act as a Proposing or Seconding Sponsor. F A referral credit will not be granted if the Membership Department introduces the new Member to the active Member. F The Monthly Membership Mixer is the perfect place to introduce potential Members to the Club. F This program will end on Aug. 1, 2021. To learn more about the Platinum Bonus program, contact the Membership Department at 314-539-4438. MARCH 2021 F 9
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2021 CLUB ELECTION The MAC's historic election is just around the corner, and the Club is buzzing with excitement. While the election festivities were somewhat dampened last year due to the outbreak of COVID-19, the Club hopes to proceed with the election in somewhat of the normal manner. As for Members who feel more comfortable staying home, online voting will once again be available. April 6: Announcement of the 2021 Election Board of Governor Candidates: Watch for candidate and election notices in the Club emails. The candidate posting will take place at 12 p.m. April 26: The Board of Governor Campaigns begin! April 29: Rooftop Happy Hour May 3: Electronic Voting goes live May 6: On-site Voting at the Downtown Clubhouse Election Results announced between 7 and 7:30 p.m.
Election Rooftop Happy Hour Thursday, April 29 F 5:30-8:30 p.m. F Downtown Clubhouse Rooftop F Event is complimentary All Members are invited to mix and mingle with fellow Members and Club election candidates while enjoying appetizers, drink specials and live entertainment. Feel free to invite spouses, a date or guests! 10 F CHERRY DIAMOND
Hermann Trophy Kicked Back to Spring BAN Q U E T TO BE HEL D ON MAY 27
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Due to COVID-19 concerns, college soccer shifted from fall to a spring season. The action will kick off in early February and will conclude with the Men’s and Women’s College Cup May 13-17. Ten days after the national championship games, on May 27, the MAC will present the Hermann Trophy to the top male and female players in college soccer. Since 1986, the MAC has honored the top rising stars in soccer every January. In this unusual year, the 2021 banquet will be held in the spring for the first time. Some of the biggest names in the sport including Mia Hamm, Alexi Lalas, Tony Meola and Kelley O’Hara have won the top individual award in college soccer prior to achieving international stardom. Catarina Macario of Stanford, the winner of the previous two Hermann Trophies, appears to be the latest former winner poised
to become the next big star. In January, she signed a professional contract with Lyon and is preparing to make her mark with the U.S. Women’s National Team at this summer’s Olympic Games. Be on the lookout for more information about reservations to the Hermann Trophy banquet and follow the latest news on the candidates for this year’s award by following on Twitter @HermannTrophy or the website machermanntrophy.org. F MAC HERMANN TROPHY TIMELINE: JAN. 28: Release of Watch Lists MAY 4: Release of 15 men's and women's semifinalists MAY 12: Release of 3 men's and women's finalists MAY 27: Announcement of men’s and women’s winners at the MAC Hermann Trophy Banquet
Egg-cellent Easter Since the Club’s inception, MAC families have celebrated holidays at the Club. This Easter, treat your family to a memorable experience. The MAC is offering these special events. On Easter Sunday, April 4, the Downtown Clubhouse will offer its traditional Easter Brunch featuring an appearance by the Easter Bunny and candy.
That same day, the West Clubhouse will also offer a delicious Easter Brunch. Make reservations for these popular events early. See Upcoming Events Section (page 2) for more information. The MAC is still working to see if they can host the annual Easter Egg Hunt this year. Check your emails and social media for further information. MARCH 2021 F 11
FIRST QUARTER FINANCIAL REPORT s a supplement to my quarterly financial reports, below is a summary of where the club stands financially through the first five months of our fiscal year, September through January. For the five months, operating revenue was $550,000 less favorable than budget, largely due to temporary closing of West’s indoor dining during one of the busiest times of the year. Food and Beverage revenue at the Downtown clubhouse was also impacted as many groups ultimately canceled their holiday parties. On the positive side, Tennis and West Pro Shop revenues have been better than anticipated. In addition, we’ve experienced a positive variance of $150,000 in our Repairs and Utilities departments compared to budget, $85,000 in the General Clubhouse departments, and $85,000 in Administrative and General expenses. GREAT NEWS — The MAC now qualifies for round two of the Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC). The new provisions extend the ERTC to June 30, 2021 and expand eligibility to larger employers. Our eligibility carries through the first quarter and may possibly extend through
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the second quarter. Through the end of January, we’ve recognized $625,000 in ERTC credits. As a result, the club has experienced positive operating cash flow of $740,000 year to date. This is nearly $710,000 better than the budget, although $370,000 less than last year. Looking ahead through May, we anticipate soft revenue in dues and overnight rooms, while expenses should continue to trend under budget. We will also have the benefit of the ERTC through March which will give a boost to cash flow. As you have likely noticed, the Food and Beverage Minimum has been waived for the months of December through February and Diamond Club members receive a $30 Food and Beverage Relief credit. Enjoy all the MAC has to offer in a safe, clean environment. Your Club is open and ready to serve you! F
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Pam Roth, Chief Financial Officer Missouri Athletic Club
As you have likely noticed, the Food and Beverage Minimum has been waived for the months of December through February and Diamond Club members receive a $30 Food and Beverage Relief credit.”
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MAC DINING
Fresh-Pressed Juice At West Fresh-pressed juice is back at the West Clubhouse. Get a healthy start this spring with these delicious treats. El Verde - Greens and apple POP-C - Orange, pineapple, pear and carrot Armor - Grapefruit, orange, ginger, turmeric, pinch of cayenne $8 each | $42 for a six pack (Place orders 24 hours in advance) Call 314-539-4441 to order!
Chef Action Station Lunch Special
Every Tuesday in March, the MAC will offer a Chef Action Station Lunch Special in the Sportsman's Club. F 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. F $13.95 per person
Seafood Special The Downtown Clubhouse will offer a seafood special every Friday in March. This will be offered for both lunch and dinner in the Sportsman's Club for Members observing Lent. During the this time, the MAC will only be taking dining reservations by phone. Make your reservations by calling 314-539-4487. F
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MAC FOUNDATIONS CORNER | Leaving a Legacy
Using a Donor Advised Fund to Support the MAC Preservation Foundation Using a Donor Advised Fund is a very easy and convenient way to distribute charitable contributions to your favorite charities. A Donor Advised Fund is basically a special account that you establish at a financial institution which is set up to receive charitable contributions. When you make a deposit to your Donor Advised Fund, you receive a charitable tax deduction in the year in which the deposit is made. Deposits normally take the form of cash or securities but other assets may also be used. You can decide how you would like your account balance to be invested until you make decisions regarding which charities you would like to distribute money to. When you want to make a distribution to a charity, you simply go onto the financial institution’s website, access your account, and direct the financial institution to send a check to the charity of your choice. You may be asked to provide the address and tax identification number for the charity. If you already have a Donor Advised Fund established and would like to direct a contribution to the MAC Preservation Foundation, use this information: Missouri Athletic Club Preservation Foundation, 405 Washington Avenue, St. Louis, Missouri 63102; tax identification number: 20-8168836
What Are the Next Steps? 1. Contact Cynthia Goudy, Director of Philanthropy, or Larry Absheer, Director of Advancement, to learn more about how you can use a Donor Advised Fund to facilitate your charitable giving 2. Receive assistance from Cynthia or Larry in setting up a Donor Advised Fund 3. Make a contribution to your Donor Advised Fund and receive an immediate charitable tax deduction for 2021 4. Make grants to your favorite charities, including the MAC Preservation Foundation, either this year or in a future year.
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PRESERVATION FOUNDATION BOARD Dean Eggerding, President Bob Frederic Troy Robertson Mark Belew Keith Phoenix Al Meitl Chris Hyams Tripp Zumwalt
Larry Absheer Director of Advancement 314-604-3890 labsheer@mac-stl.org Cynthia Goudy Director of Philanthropy 314-779-4715 cgoudy@mac-stl.org
it matters!
M A C F O U N D AT I O N S
MAC Members Come Together
for MAC Charities While many people underwent hardship last year, the pandemic especially took a toll on charities. However, the MAC's Members rallied around our 2020 charities, coming through with enough to donate $10,460.10 to each of our three charities: The Buddy Fund, Ready Readers and the Snow Foundation. This year, in lieu of a live presentation, the Charitable Society for Children chair Jarid King and c0-chair Nat Walsh presented the checks to these charities personally. The charities' proposers were also invited to attend the presentation due to their help in connecting the Club with each of these special charities. "Thanks go out to the Associates, Women’s Initiative Group, The Wine Society, Forever Young Club, and The MAC-PAC for including the CSC in their events and raising funds in support of the CSC. When coupled with monthly contributions by Members and Staff the CSC raised over $30,000!" Learn more about our 2020 charities: Ready Readers: This charity is dedicated to helping preschoolers from lowincome communities learn to love reading through having volunteers read to them out loud, donating high-quality books and offering other literacy-related experiences. Each week, more than 500 people volunteer their time to read to classrooms of excited kids, taking them on journeys while teaching them the fundamentals of reading, inciting a passion that can last a lifetime. The Snow Foundation: When her daughter was diagnosed in 2010, Stephanie Gebel created the Snow Foundation to give a voice to and find a cure for those who suffer from Wolfram syndrome. The foundation has three pillars that strive to fuel research for treatments for this disease, connect those who are affected by disease to information and resources to improve their lives and spread awareness of this syndrome. The Buddy Fund: The Buddy Fund, nominated by Past President Nicholas Lamb, supports at-risk youth in the St. Louis area, providing organizations in low-income neighborhoods with sporting equipment. They work with 45 organizations in the area to provide structured sports and recreational activities in the St. Louis community, such as the St. Louis Parks and Recreation Department, Ferguson Youth Baseball, Boys and Girls Town of Missouri and many more.
THE BUDDY FUND
READY READERS
THE SNOW FOUNDATION
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In the past year, many industries saw a decrease in their audiences, however, one sport experienced a revival like no other — golf. MAC Members have especially reported playing
more and more this past year. Those who take part in our reciprocal program, have access to several courses throughout the area: Bogey Hills Country Club, Dalhousie Golf Club, Glen Echo Country Club, The Legends, Panther Creek Country Club, St. Clair Country Club and Sunset Hills Country Club.
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Despite forced closures in the early months of spring, the golf industry rebounded heavily due to legislators realizing that it was a relatively safe sport to play during the pandemic. On average, the amount of rounds played during July even increased 20% from the previous year according to an article from Golf Inc. Magazine. Sporting stores such as Dick's Sporting Goods and Golf Galaxy also reported a significant increase in golfrelated accessories as people discovered or rediscovered their love for the game according to Yahoo Finance. As the snow starts to thaw, MAC Members can look forward to another exciting season of golf. Check out all of the different opportunities offered to MAC Members.
MAC Reciprocal Clubs
The MAC does not limit Members’ golf experience to a single course. The Club provides local and national golf options in a variety of ways such as through ClubCorp and reciprocal clubs. Members receive special guest privileges at six golf clubs. Guest privileges are automatically included for Diamond Club members. A La Carte members should contact the Membership Department to activate seasonal privileges. All charges are billed back to the member’s account. Log in to the MAC website, and navigate to Athletics > Golf > Reciprocal Golf Program for more information about the following courses: F Bogey Hills Country Club F Dalhousie Golf Club
F Glen Echo Country Club F The Legends Golf Club F Panther Creek Country Club F St. Clair Country Club F Sunset Hills Country Club
ClubCorp
The ClubCorp network is an elite collection of private golf and country clubs, business clubs, and resorts across the country and around the world. During an annual open enrollment period, Members can purchase a Signature Gold ClubCorp membership, which provides additional golf, fitness, business and dining amenities and discounts at more than 150 golf and country clubs, resorts and hotels. For $50 a month, members receive two free rounds of golf monthly at any course in the ClubCorp network as well as concierge service to assist in booking travel and accommodations. For more information and a list of participating clubs, visit clubcorp.com and clubcorpnetwork.com. To enroll, contact the Membership Development Department at 314-539-4438 or membership@mac-stl.org.
Glen Echo Membership
As part of the MAC’s Glen Echo Country Club full membership program, Missouri Athletic Club Members will receive unlimited rounds of golf, utilization of the pool and clubhouse facilities, invitation to events, and an assigned locker for only an additional $295 per month. Contact Rodney Stoyer at 314-539-4471 or rstoyer@mac-stl.org for complete program details and to enroll.
Youth Golf Registration for the PGA Junior League Program is now open. PGA Junior League is a fun, social league for kids ages 7-16 to learn the game of golf from LPGA and PGA professionals. Participants play on teams with friends and wear numbered jerseys. F Cost: $275 F To learn more about her upcoming junior golf programs, visit stlouisgolflessons.com/pga-junior-league.html F Along with PGA Junior League, golf pro Maria Palozola offers 10 different junior golf programs. Use the password MACGOLFSTAR to access the members-only page. stlouisgolflessons.com/missouri-athletic-club-members-only.html
2021 Golf Club League Calendar APRIL F Monday, April 4, MAC and Glen Echo Tournament (Glen Echo) F Sunday, April 11, Masters Brunch, (Downtown Clubhouse) F Friday, April 30 Prairie Dunes Country Club (Huthinson, Kansas) MAY F Friday, May 20, Birds and Bogies (Strathalbyn and Glen Echo) F Wednesday, May 26 (Bellerive Country Club) JUNE F Wednesday, June 10 (Glen Echo) F Thursday, June 24 (Sunset Hills Country Club) F Saturday, June 26, All MAC Member Play Day (Dalhousie Golf Club) JULY F Thursday, July 22, MAC Ryder Cup (Glen Echo Country Club) AUGUST F Thursday, Aug. 5 (St. Clair Country Club) F Thursday, Aug. 19 (Bogey Hills Country Club) F Monday, Aug. 30, Preservation Foundation Golf Tournament SEPTEMBER F Thursday, Sept. 2, Golf Club Championship (Glen Echo) Scratch Division to have Final Match F Sept. 6–12, PGA Tour Champions - Ascension Charity Classic (Norwood Hills CC) (volunteer opportunity) F Thursday, Sept. 23 (St. Clair Country Club) OCTOBER F Thursday, Oct. 7, TBD F Thursday, Oct. 21 (Sunset Hills Country Club) New Item! Women’s’ League – Tuesday evenings (Nine and Dine with Glen Echo) For more information, contact Tim Powers, 314-922-8958 or trpowers7@yahoo.com MARCH 2021 F 17
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MAC SWIM AND DIVE Gateway Swim and Dive League dates and times will be announced once St. Louis County releases the summer's updated protocols for pools and youth sports. Until this time, we are planning to participate in the league. If Gateway does not host summer league, the MAC will prepare their own swim program for MAC children.
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
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.
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.
REGISTRATION PROCESS
For all participants returning from the 2019 team (there was no 2020 team), registration opens Monday, April 5. All 2019 Penguin and Puffin swim team members and their siblings will be guaranteed a spot on the 2021 team if registered before open enrollment begins on May 3. For new families, registration opens May 3 and ends on May 17.
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CONTACT For registration questions, contact Janet Jones at 314-539-4444 ext. 7430 or jjones@mac-stl.org or Youth Programs Director Joy Holdmeier at 314-539-4468 or jholdmeier@mac-stl.org For general team questions, contact Lauren Keske at lkeske@foamsupplies.com.
SWIM – DOWNTOWN CLUBHOUSE 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 17-May 22 F Saturday mornings | 8:30-9:15 a.m. F $60 per person for the six-week clinic Contact Rick Schneider at rschneider@mac-stl.org to register.
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 17-May 22 F Saturday mornings | 9:30-10:15 a.m. F $60 per person for the six-week clinic Contact Rick Schneider at rschneider@mac-stl.org to register.
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M A C AT H L E T I C S
Swimmers of the MAC In 2020, the MAC's swimmers set impressive records. Each month, the swimmer with the most recorded miles was crowned swimmer of the month. To qualify, Members recorded the miles they swam at the Club.
2020 SWIMMERS OF THE MONTH F F F F F F F F F F F
January: Dale Ross, 50 miles February: Ed Gilkerson, 31 miles March: Sheila Hunsicker, 20.25 miles April and May: No winners due to pool closure June: Megan Heinsz, 27.2 miles July: Tom Hilton, 34 miles August: Gabe Gore, 53.2 miles September: Tom Cohen, 20 miles October: Michelle Haley, 15 miles November:Dave Nester, 20.1 miles December: Pat Boyle, 6 miles
2020 HONORARY SWIMMERS
These are the members that swam at least 20 days every month the pool was open throughout the entire year. F F F F
Tom Cohen Ed Gilkerson Megan Heinsz Gabe Gore
2020 SWIMMER OF THE YEAR F Megan Heinsz, 296.14 miles
TOP: SWIMMER OF THE MONTH IN MARCH, SHEILA HUNSIKER; BOTTOM: SWIMMER OF THE YEAR, MEGAN HEINSZ AND SWIMMER OF THE MONTH IN AUGUST, GABE GORE
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Squash Future Stars (ages 7-10) F March 3, 4, 10 and 11 F Wednesdays, 3-4 p.m. and Tuesdays, 3-4 p.m. F This is a great opportunity to introduce your kids to a high-paced and strategic racquet sport! F Learn the basic technical stroke undamentals, combined with fun games. Equipment provided! F Open to both boys and girls. Future Stars Girls (ages 7-10) F March 4 and 11 F Thursday 5:30-6:30 p.m. F Learn the basic technical stroke fundamentals, combined with fun games. Equipment provided! High-Performance Program (ages 11-15) F Jan. 5-30 F Tuesday, 4:30-5:30 p.m. and Saturday, 1-2 p.m. F These sessions focus on developing solid technical fundamentals, movement, improving shot consistency, learning effective match tactics and fun games. Elite Academy F Jan. 5-30 F Tuesday 5:30-6:30 p.m., Thursday 4:30-5:30 p.m. and Saturday 2-3 p.m. F Focus on advanced drilling, racquet work, movement, learning how to link shot combinations together, executing match tactics and mental preparation.
Private Squash Lessons Try something new this year. Dubbed chess on legs, learn a fast-paced, engaging sport and join in our fun social program! Private and group lessons are available with the squash pro Monday through Saturday. Contact squash pro Alex Ingham at aingham@ macstl.org to set up an appointment. Women’s Squash Events F March 3: Free Intro to Squash Class F April 7: Theme TBD F 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Spring Break Squash Camp March 15-19 and March 22-26 Beginner Junior (ages 7-10) F 8:30-9:30 a.m. F Member: $150 F Guest: $200 Intermediate (ages 10-15) F 9:30-11 a.m. F Member: $300 F Guest: $400 Advanced (ages 14+) F 12:30-3:30 p.m. F Member: $425 F Guest: $525
CONTACT Contact Alex Ingham at aingham@mac-stl.org or 314-539-4484 to register or ask any questions.
ALEX INGHAM - SQUASH PRO Alex Ingham is now certified as a MGCP (mental game coaching professional) through Dr. Patrick Cohn. This means he can help maximize your sports performance; getting in the ‘zone’ through assessing and teaching mental skills. Learn mental toughness, strategies to overcome mental barriers, instill better focus, confidence and gain the mental advantage in your performance in competition.
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JUNIOR TENNIS March Session March 1-April 1 Red Ball 1 (Ages 6-8) and Red Ball 2 (Ages 4-6) F Monday, 4-5 p.m., $100 F Friday, 4-5 p.m., $80 F Saturday, 9-10 a.m., $80 F Sunday, 9-10 a.m., $80 Orange Ball 1 and 2 (Ages 8-11)* F Monday, 4-5 p.m., $100 F Wednesday, 4-5 p.m., $80 F Friday, 4-5 p.m., $80 F Saturday, 10-11 a.m., $80 Green Ball (Ages 8-11)* F Tuesday, 4:30-6 p.m., $200 F Thursday, 4:30-6 p.m., $200 F Pro approval required.
High Performance (Ages 10-14)* F Monday, 5-7 p.m., $200 F Wednesday, 5-7 p.m., $200 F Pro approval required. Peak Performance (Ages 11-18)* F Monday, 5-7 p.m., $200 F Thursday, 5-7 p.m., $200 F Pro approval required. Elite Performance F UTR 6 or higher or with pro approval. $30 or half price if you participate in one day of Peak Performance. F Wednesday, 7-8:30 p.m.
Intermediate (Ages 11-14) F Tuesday, 6-7 p.m., $100 F Friday, 5-6 p.m., $80 F Saturday, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., $80 F Sunday, 10-11 a.m., $80 Elite Team Training (Ages 11-18)* F Tuesday, 7-8:30 p.m., $150 F Thursday, 7-8:30 p.m., $150
Match Play Schedule F Saturdays F Peak Performance – 1:30-3 p.m. F High Performance/Varsity – 3-4:30 p.m. F Orange Ball/Green Ball – 4:30-5:30 p.m. Matchplay included if in class during the week. *10 percent discount if you register online.
Spring Session Four April 5-May 23 Red Ball 1 (Ages 6-8) and Red Ball 2 (Ages 4-6) F $160 F Monday, 4-5 p.m. F Friday, 4-5 p.m. F Saturday, 9-10 a.m. F Sunday, 9-10 a.m. Orange Ball 1 and 2 (Ages 8-11)* F $160 (Monday-Friday) F $240 (Saturday) F Monday, 4-5 p.m. F Wednesday, 4-5 p.m. F Friday, 4-5 p.m. F Saturday, 10-11 a.m.
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Green Ball (Ages 8-11)* F $240 F Tuesday, 4:30-6 p.m. F Thursday, 4:30-6 p.m. F Pro approval required. High Performance (Ages 10-14)* F $320 F Monday, 5-7 p.m. F Wednesday, 5-7 p.m. F Pro approval required. Peak Performance (Ages 11-18)* F $320 F Monday, 5-7 p.m. F Thursday, 5-7 p.m. F Pro approval required.
Elite Performance F $30 F UTR 6 or higher or with pro approval. Half price if you participate in one day of Peak Performance. F Wednesday, 7-8:30 p.m. Intermediate (Ages 11-14) F $160 F Tuesday, 6-7 p.m. F Friday, 5-6 p.m. F Saturday, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. F Sunday, 10-11 a.m. Elite Team Training (Ages 11-18)* F $240 F Tuesday, 7-8:30 p.m. F Thursday, 7-8:30 p.m.
Match Play Schedule F Saturdays F Peak Performance – 1:30-3 p.m. F High Performance/Varsity – 3-4:30 p.m. F Orange Ball/Green Ball – 4:30-5:30 p.m. *Matchplay included if in class during the week. Register online or contact Max Shapiro at mshapiro@mac-stl.org or Amanda Pratzel at apratzel@mac-stl.org
M A C F I T N E S S U P D AT E
SSM HEALTH PHYSICAL THERAPY
At the Club
For the first time ever, the MAC will offer in-house physical therapy services. SSM Health was announced as the physical therapy provider for the MAC’s West Clubhouse early last year. Athletic director Jeff Tuhro said that having an in-house physical therapy group will allow for a great relationship to form between the physical therapist and the MAC training staff, helping members get the care they need in a more streamlined fashion. Billy Ferris, PT, DPT, has been in practice in Olivette and will now serve MAC Members as the Clubhouses’ physical therapist. Ferris earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology from the University of Missouri-St. Louis. In 2018, he received his Doctorate of Physical Therapy from South College in Knoxville, Tennessee. At South College, he learned extensive manual therapy skills to complement properly dosed therapeutic exercise. He believes in providing patients with the tools needed to continue living healthy and pain-free lives long after discharge. He has achieved success in treating a wide range of patient populations including acute/post-surgical pain, injuries involving the upper and lower extremities, and return to work/return to sport. “When Members come to me, they’re going to get first-class service and someone who really cares about their wellbeing,” Ferris said. “I’ll be able to assess acute pain and look for preventative measures or different types of disfunction that might be a problem later down the road. Being an athlete myself, I know how frustrating it can be when you’re sidelined with any type of injury, whether it’s acute trauma or just a nagging injury.” Physical therapy services will be available at MAC West in May. Keep an eye on MAC social media and website for an official date.. F
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When Members come to me, they’re going to get first-class service and someone who really cares about their well-being.”
ABOUT SSM HEALTH
PH YSICA L TH E RA PY SSM Health Physical Therapy is the premier provider of comprehensive outpatient rehabilitative services in the St. Louis region. With a network of more than 70 outpatient physical therapy centers located throughout the greater St. Louis metropolitan area, SSM Health Physical Therapy specializes in the treatment of sports, orthopedic, hand and work-related injuries. A team of more than 400 physical, occupational and speech therapists, along with patient service specialists, focus on providing exceptional care and unparalleled customer service. Nearly 90 percent of the therapists hold advanced certifications in their respective specialties. SSM Health Physical Therapy is part of the SSM Health Rehabilitation Network, a joint venture between SSM Health St. Louis and Select Medical. F MARCH 2021 F 23
MAC WELLNESS
A c t ion J ac k s on Young Athlete Steps Up His Game with Training Jackson Riney is like a lot of young athletes. The 12-year-old enjoys participating in a variety of sports including basketball, baseball and flag football. What makes him stand out from the crowd is his dedication to training. Twice a week before school, he gets up at 6 a.m. to get in a workout with his personal trainer Chris Lueken. “I like working out at the MAC because there is a variety of equipment and machines that I can use,” said Riney. “I also enjoy that everyone there is nice, helpful, and encouraging.” One misconception is that kids are too young to work with personal trainers. With the guidance of a trainer, the MAC staff can improve young athletes’ agility and injury prevention while building good nutrition and exercise habits. Lueken has been very impressed by the commitment his young pupil. “Working with Jackson is a lot of fun,” said Lueken. “I am proud of the dedication and determination Jackson brings to his 6 a.m. workouts.” Lueken’s approach with Jackson is to build a strong foundation through core strength, mobility and agility components. “The main thing that I like about having a trainer is that he is there to help me, push me and to talk me through my workouts,” said Riney. “Chris always has new exercises to do to keep it fresh.” If you have any questions about youth training or youth group training, please contact Paul Helfrich at 314-539-4453 or Courtney Hutt at 314-539-4495. F
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The main thing that I like about having a trainer is that he is there to help me, push me and to talk me through my workouts. Chris always has new exercises to do to keep it fresh."
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- Jackson Riney
MAC Massage Spotlight:
Jerrad Benton
JERRAD BENTON
CD: How long have you worked here? JB: Thirteen years. I started in 2008. CD: Was this your first job? JB: No, I started at the mall doing chair massages and worked at a few salons. It was something I just got into right before I graduated high school. So I played in bands and wanted to focus on music so this was something that was more flexible. CD: What training and certifications have you received since you started? JB: I’ve done continual education in several manual therapy techniques such as connective tissue massage and neuromuscular therapy. A couple years back I did a medical massage certification. CD: What does that certification mean? JB: It recognizes me as someone who can do prescribed massage therapy. The benefit of that is that since prescribed massage is a medically necessary massage, so it is potentially covered through your insurance or health savings account. CD: What is your favorite part about working here? JB: Everything, really. I love the Members and my fellow employees. CD: What are your favorite massage techniques to do? JB: I’ve been getting into cupping a lot more. It’s very efficient and takes minimal effort. It increases blood circulation, which helps with muscle recovery by stretching the connective tissues. It is really great for restoring range of motion, pain relief and getting the blood circulating in the cupped area. CD: Are there any new techniques you have been working on?
JB: I’ve been getting into energy work a little bit so I’ve been studying that. It’s something I’ve always been interested in, but had been focused more on structural western massage. This includes reiki or shiatsu or any other eastern massage modalities. CD: What are the benefits of someone who wants to get a massage? JB: There are several benefits. There’s your overall wellbeing. You are releasing endorphins so it makes you feel better. It increases blood circulation, improves digestion, helps relieve pain and restore range of motion with injury. With medical massages, your focus is on chronic pain and injury and post-surgical recovery. CD: What are the most beneficial massages in your opinion? JB: It depends on the client. If you’re in chronic pain, rehabilitative massage like cupping. CD: What dates and times are you available to give Members massages? JB: I’m at both Clubhouses. I’m at the West Clubhouse on Sunday from 10 a.m.-3: 30 p.m. and Monday and Tuesday from 3-7:30 p.m. Then I’m at the Downtown Clubhouse from 10:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. If you would like to schedule a massage with Jerrad, call Downtown: 314-539-4482 or West: 314-539-4433 New MAC massage clients are entitled to get a one-hour massage at a half-hour rate. Valid for MAC Members only.
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MAC WELLNESS
Easter Fitness
Closure
The Downtown Clubhouse's Athletic Department will be closed on Sunday, April 4 in observance of Easter. It will reopen on Monday, April 5 with regular hours.
Gear Up With apparel from the Pro Shops The Blues' season is in full swing, and the Cardinals' will be right around the corner. The MAC's Pro Shops have gear for both of these teams in addition to Saint Louis University and Mizzou for Members to shop before watching their favorite games. In addition, between the two shops, we carry items from: lululemon, Beyond Yoga, Koral, Suburban Riot, Travis Matthew, Polo, Nike, Adidas, Under Armor, Champion, Asics and Maui Jim sunglasses.
Shoeshine Special Three shoeshines are available for the price of two at the Downtown Clubhouse. Members will pay for two shoeshines and receive their third shoeshine for free when they bring in three pairs of shoes to be shined (all three pairs must be brought in at the same time to receive the special). Shoeshines are available DT in the Athletic Department Monday-Friday from 5:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Members can also drop off their shoes in the Athletic Department anytime during operating hours, and they will get shined the next day that shoeshine is open. 26 F CHERRY DIAMOND
M AC YO U T H P RO G RA M S
Spring Break Camp Kids grades K - 8 can spend Spring Break at the MAC! Play games like Gaga Ball, Soccer, Kickball, Dodgeball, doing crafts, watching a movie and take a lesson from an MAC pro. This camp includes boxed lunch. F March 15-19 F 9 a.m.-4 p.m. F $70 per person F Grades K-8 F Register online or email Robert Thornton rthornton@mac-stl.org.
Summer Camp MAC Runs for 12 weeks for grades K-6 (no camp on July 4); you pick the weeks! F Week 1 begins on June 1 F Full -day: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. F Half-day: 1-4 p.m. Members: F Full Day: $205 per child per week (includes lunch) F Half Day: $125 per child per week ($7 optional lunch) Guests: F Full Day: $260 per child per week (includes lunch) F Half Day: $160 per child per week ($7 optional lunch)
Preschool Camp MAC
Runs for six weeks for ages 3-5 (must be fully potty trained). F Dates TBD F 9 a.m.-noon F $160 per child per week (optional $7 lunch),
Members only
Summer Specialty Camps Explore STL F Touring different cool locations around the city with your favorite MAC summer camp staff! This year we plan to visit the Arch, attend a Cardinals game, visit the zoo and more. Check out Camp Doc for more info. F June 21-24 F Ages 8-12 F $325 per child Waterpark Warriors F Visit a different water park each day on this awesome summer field trip camp! F July 12-15 F Ages 8-12 F $315 per child To sign up for any of the following, navigate to Youth Programs > Camps & Events on the website.
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CLUBS WITHIN THE CLUB
M A R K T WA I N S O C I E T Y W H I S KY TA S T I N G
On Wednesday, Feb. 10, the Mark Twain Society gathered in the Downtown Clubhouse's Eads Room for an Edrington Whisky Tasting. The event consisted of cigars provided by Gerrard Ezvan of Jon's Pipe Shop, hors d'oeuvres, a raffle with exciting prizes and, of course, the tasting of Edrington Single Malt Whisky.
TOP ROW: L-R: SHANE BILKA, CHANDLER AND MIKE SHUMAKE AND BILL HOSNER; TREVOR MCDONAGH AND JAMES MERENDA; PETER DUNNE AND JOHN NOCE; BOTTOM ROW: REPRESENTATIVES FROM EDRINGTON WHISKY EXPLAIN THEIR PRODUCT TO MAC MEMBERS
MHC Discusses "When the Irish Invaded Canada" On March 16, the Military History Club will meet at the Downtown Clubhouse to discuss "When The Irish Invaded Canada: The Incredible True Story of the Civil War Veterans Who Fought For Ireland’s Freedom." Then on March, 23, the MHC will host a virtual meeting with the author, Christopher Klein. A year after Robert E. Lee relinquished his sword, a band of Union and Confederate veterans dusted off their guns. These former foes, however, had no intention of reigniting the Civil War. Instead, they fought side by side to undertake one of the most fantastical missions in military history: to seize the British
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province of Canada and hold it hostage until the independence of Ireland was secured. In this talk, learn the outlandish, little-known story of the self-proclaimed Irish Republican Army that carried out five attacks on Canada known collectively as the Fenian Raids between 1866 and 1871. March 16 meeting, Downtown Clubhouse 6 p.m. Register online or call 314-539-4402. March 23 meeting, Virtual 11:30 a.m. Call 314-539-4402 to register.
Learn About the Business Development Group at the MAC Join the MAC Business Development Group for the opportunity to expand your network and develop connections with fellow Members — in just the time it takes to have breakfast. This group hosts regular monthly breakfast meetings on the third Thursday of each month. Each meeting which feature various speakers, short presentations and round table discussions focusing on business practive, process and development topics. This month, on March 18, the BDG will host Jim Canada, the Managing Partner and CEO of Alliance Technologies. His topic of conversation will be "The Key to Delegating Is Empowerment." 7:30 a.m. Register online or call 314-539-4470. 2021 Speakers Scheduled So Far: April 15: Nancy Erickson, Founder of The Book Professor May 20: Jim Mosquera, Principal of Sentinel Consulting June 17: George (GW) Slaughter, Entrepreneurial Coach and Speaker July 15: Jeremy Hodess, Franchise Advisor or Capstone Franchise Consulting Oct. 21: Roberta Moore, Leadershp Coaching Specialist at EQ-i Coach. More speakers to come.
CWC MEETINGS "The MAC Business Development Group offers a great place for Members and potential new Members of the MAC to gather once a month to meet with and expand their network; be informed, educated, and even entertained by a featured speaker; and have a great MAC breakfast all before 9 a.m. Featured speakers include business leaders, entrepreneurs, operations specialists, and sales leaders. Join us and we promise you'll be back for more!"
- Tim Sansone, BDG Chair
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 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 DT: 314-539-4470 WE: 314-539-4490 MARCH 2021 F 29
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MAC AROUND THE CLUB
Life of the Mardi
MAC Hosts Inaugural Mardi Gras Masquerade Party
February proved a popular month to host events at the Club. While the much-anticipated Preservation Foundation Gala was postponed until the fall, this did not stop the MAC from coming together. The MAC decided to host its first Mardi Gras party in recent years. The event started off with a bang as guests were given a hurricane to sip on while registering. Upon walking into the Missouri Room, Members were transported to New Orleans complete with large Venetian masks provided by the Veiled Prophet. This was followed
by a Cajun-themed meal with favorites such as seafood étouffée, gumbo, jambalaya, beniets, king cake and much more. The event also included a 50/50 raffle benefitting the Sports Foundation. At the end of the night, Andy Hillin was the 50/50 raffle winner and Gary and Patti Sextro were named king and queen of the evening. This new event proved to be quite a success, having Members saying the Mardi Gras unofficial slogan " Laissez les bons temps rouler" or "Let the good times roll." F
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WHO NEEDS LUCK? MAC Sells Out 1951 St. Patrick's DayHAPPY Bash
Summer!
In the best of Irish traditions, the annual St. Patrick's Dance turned out to be one of the grandest parties of the year. A big crowd of more than 500 Members and guests gathered to celebrate the Irish saint. The evening began with a delicious dinner while Hal Havird and his popular orchestra came on the scene at 9 p.m. and played to a crowded floor until 1 a.m. His many Irish tunes lent gaiety and chame to the enjoyable evening along with vocalist Joan Jennerjahn. The St. Patrick's theme was introduced at the entrance to the Missouri Room where a huge Irish pipe carved out of ice was on display. F
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.
West (Poolside) Downtown Saturday, June 14 Wednesday, June 25 Wednesday, July 23 Saturday, July 12 Saturday, Aug. 23 Thursday, Aug. 14 L-R: MR. AND MRS. JAKE BUFORD, MR. AND MRS. ALVIN TOLIN AND MR. AND MRS. CLARENCE WILSON CUT A RUG ON THE DANCEFLOOR.; MR. AND MRS. N. H. PERSONS MR. 5-8 p.m. 1:30-4:30 p.m. AND MRS W. R. SMITH AND MR. AND MRS. FRED KRAMER OF MILWAUKEE ENJOY THEIR DINNER.
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President Gerry Ortbals celebrates his 80th birthday with friends in the Jack Buck Grille on Jan. 20. 4 The MAC Squash Team played against the MICDS Squash team on Friday Feb. 5. 5 Anne and Steve Albart, Tina Vora and Justin Fowler enjoyed the MAC's Mardi Gras Party.