The Clubber MYERS PARK COUNTRY CLUB DIGITAL EDITION: May 2022
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Dress Code Reminders
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Clubhouse & Events
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Golf Tennis & Pickleball
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Fitness
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Pool
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Swim Team
EVENTS CALENDAR
BOARD OF DIRECTORS Hans Warren, President Marty White, Vice President & Legal Counsel Greg Hackworth, Treasurer Brian Boone, Secretary Beth Pence, Assistant Secretary Tom Jordak, Ex-Officio Eddie Bean Mike Broderick David Deterding Bryan Gerrard David McClure Mal McLean Allison Moss Vince Sumner
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May 6
Mother Son Party: Ninja Warrior
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Mother's Day Brunch All a la carte dining closed The Bechtler Ensemble Performs the Beatles
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MPCC Presents: Tom Hanchett, Historian
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Memorial Day at the Pool
LEADERSHIP TEAM Don Smith, General Manager/COO Adam Gartside, Assistant General Manager Jean Zoutewelle, CFO Eric Reeves, Director of Golf Scott Kennon, Director of Golf Course Operations Scott Craig, Director of Culinary Operations Thomas Eek, Director of Tennis Brittany Watson, Director of Human Resources Silvia Lalinde, Membership Director
MEMBERSHIP CLUB CONTACTS
MEET OUR NEW MEMBERS
Front Desk 704-376-0741
Dining Reservations 704-376-0741
Golf Shop 704-376-0745
CANDIDATES FOR MEMBERSHIP
Tennis Shop 704-364-2395
Fitness 704-790-7891
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704-376-0741
CLUBHOUSE
Dress Code Reminders As the temperatures warm up and we begin to shed our layers from the winter months, we would like to remind you of the Club's dress code policy.
Appropriate attire shall be worn at all times by Club members, eligible dependents and their guests. Members are responsible for the attire worn by their dependents and guests. Informal and casual attire may be worn in the Byron Nelson Lounge, Carolinas Room and Presidents Room, provided that such attire is considered in good taste by the general membership. Examples of attire not considered appropriate include but are not limited to are cut-off denim, short shorts, cropped tops, T-shirts with graphics, and muscle shirts. Mock neck shirts are acceptable. Shoes must be worn at all times. Denim is permitted; however, must not have holes, rips, tears, or patches. Management has the authority to deem attire inappropriate. Bathing attire at the pool must also be considered in good taste by the general membership. The wearing of bathing suits with appropriate cover up or shirts will be permitted in the Byron Nelson Lounge, Carolinas Room, Presidents Room, and pool locker rooms. Cutoff shorts, t-shirts with graphics or muscle shirts are not permitted. The wearing of hats indoors by men may only occur in the Golf Shop or the Fitness Center. Please remember hat must be worn with brim forward at all times. For further information about the Club's expected decorum, click here.
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Donald Ross Lounge B E V E R A G E
S E R V I C E
Enjoy your favorite beverage in the Donald Ross Lounge on the following dates:
Wednesday, May 4 Wednesday, May 11 Wednesday, May 18 Friday, May 27 Reservations not required.
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UPCOMING CLUB EVENTS MAY 6 MOTHER SON PARTY: NINJA WARRIOR 6 - 9 pm This event is currently on a waitlist.
8 MOTHER'S DAY BRUNCH
18 THE BECHTLER ENSEMBLE PRESENTS: THE BEATLES 5:30 pm See page 4 for complete details
30 MEMORIAL DAY COOKOUT
11 am - 2 pm
Pool Hours: 10 am - 8 pm
Seating On The Half Hour Adult $49++ | Kids $20++ This event is currently on a waitlist.
Kick off the summer season with music, food and games for the entire family!
19 MPCC PRESENTS: DR. TOM HANCHETT - SORTING OUT THE NEW SOUTH CITY
5:30 - 6:30 pm $15++ per person Dr. Hanchett's book "Sorting Out the New South City" explores the surprising history of how Charlotte became the city of neighborhoods we know today. It's a story that's relevant to many current issues, from school debates to affordable housing. Tom Hanchett is a popular speaker in our city, best known for 16 years as staff historian at Levine Museum of the New South, from which he retired in 2016. He earned degrees from Cornell, University of Chicago, and UNC Chapel Hill. Charlotte Magazine calls him "Charlotte's Dr. History" and honored him as a Charlottean of the Year. Find his writings at www.HistorySouth.org.
CLICK HERE to register
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THE BECHTLER ENSEMBLE PRESENTS
"IMAGINE A WORLD OF HARMONY" Wednesday, May 18 5:30pm $30++ per person (includes performance and hors d'oeuvres) The Bechtler Ensemble is excited to share with you the Beatles in a live performance of "Imagine A World of Harmony". The Bechtler Ensemble plays the Beatles iconic music, arranged by the fabulous Mark Adam Watkins, for string quartet.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER 5 The Clubber | May 2022
SAVE THE DATE!
MPCC CAR SHOW SUNDAY, JUNE 5 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
IT'S TIME TO SHOW OFF YOUR WHEELS! BRING YOUR HOT ROD, CLASSIC MUSTANG OR NEW TESLA TO SHARE, PLUS MEET OTHER FELLOW CAR LOVERS!
BLOODY MARY & MIMOSA BAR COFFEE & DOUGHNUTS
REGISTER HERE! (Please note if you plan to bring a car to show)
BRIDGE
LADIES BRIDGE Wednesdays | 10:00 am Please join the ladies of MPCC for Ladies Bridge! For sign ups, please call or stop by the front desk.
LADIES BRIDGE WINNERS MARCH/APRIL MARCH 30 1st– Bert Barrett 2nd- Diane Laird 3rd– Helen Cunningham 4th– Betty Oelhafen
APRIL 6 1st– Susie O'Neal 2nd- Nan McLennan 3rd– Mary Huffstetler 4th– Betty Oelhafen
DUPLICATE BRIDGE Thursday, May 5, 2022
APRIL 13 1st– Betty Oelhafen 2nd- Nan McLennan 3rd– Helen Cunningham 4th– Barbara Cloninger
APRIL 20 1st– Helen Cunningham 2nd- Bert Barrett 3rd– Nan McLennan 4th– Diane Laird
TLC: Sally Brewster's Top Summer Reads Friday, May 20 at 10:30am
Join TLC as we welcome back Sally Brewster, the vivacious owner of Charlotte's favorite independent bookstore, Park Road Books. A fabulous storyteller herself, Sally will share her love of reading and the most sought-after summer reading list. Bring your checkbook or credit card and grab your favorites. CLICK HERE to register.
This event is for TLC members only. Please contact the front desk for more information regarding joining TLC.
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GOLF
Couples Golf Schedule Friday, May 27 Friday, June 17 Friday, July 22 Saturday, August 20: Cassels Cup Sunday, August 21: Foard Cup Friday September 2 Friday November 18: Night Golf
U.S. Kids Golf Rental Program
Men's Golf Association Schedule Cross Country Par 3 Indian Run Five Club Two-Man Scramble Pinehurst Overnight Trip 3 Man Scramble Day Trip #1: Sedgefield Country Club Day Trip #2: Old North State Club Day Trip #3: Musgrove Mill Golf Club
Wed., June 1 Wed., June 22 Wed., July 27 Fri. & Sat., Sept. 2 & 3 Wed., October 12 TBD TBD TBD
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For juniors just starting the game, rental equipment often makes good sense. You never know when your son or daughter is going to hit a growth spurt. With the U.S. Kids Rental program you don't have to worry about buying new clubs every time they grow. Once in the program, you can upgrade your set as many times as you need throughout the year. CLICK HERE to view complete Junior Golf Schedule
JUNIOR GIRLS CLINICS WEDNESDAYS FROM 9 AM - 11 AM JUNE 1 JULY 6 AUGUST 3 Junior golf clinics are an opportunity for our girls ages 9-15 to participate in league competition. We will offer 2 hours of instruction which includes supervised practice on the golf course or practice range. The instruction will be specific on how to play and practice the game of golf. We will also be teaching rules, etiquette, and how to compete based on the girl’s level of play. REGISTRATION OPENS MAY 4 AT 9 AM $100 PER STUDENT PER CLINIC ($125 NON MEMBER RATE)
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Founded by
DRIVE CHIP PUTT
Drive, Chip and Putt is a free, nationwide junior golf program for boys and girls ages 7-15 that focuses on the three fundamental skills of the game - DRIVING, CHIPPING and PUTTING
Participants can advance through local, sub-regional, and regional qualifying in each age/gender category to earn a place in the National Finals at Augusta National the Sunday before the Masters and broadcast on the Golf Channel.
Local area qualifiers: Friday, June 17 at First Tee of Greater Charlotte Monday, July 25 at The Peninsula Club Visit www.DriveChipandPutt.com for more qualifiers.
MPCC is offering clinics for junior golfers interested in competing in the local qualifiers. Each clinic is $20 and registration opens on May 3 at 9am (online only). Clinic Schedule Saturday, May 21 Saturday, May 28 Saturday, June 4 Saturday, June 11
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4 - 5pm 4 - 5pm 4 - 5pm 4 - 5pm
Drive Practice Chip Practice Putt Practice Guided Practice
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TENNIS
Ladies Member-Guest Tournament Team 1-3 Level (A.B): June 3 8:30 am - 1:00 pm Team 3-6 Level (C.D): June 10 8:30 am - 1:00 pm More details to come!
Ladies Summer Clinics June 6 - August 10
Team 1 and 2 level Mondays 9:00 am - 10:30 am Team 3 and 4 level Wednesdays 9:00 am - 10:30 am Queen City level and new players Wednesdays 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Team 5 and 6 level Thursdays 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Ladies In-House League We are continuing our momentum of match play with organized competition on Wednesday evenings during the summer months. More info coming soon!
Junior Tennis Clinics THROUGH MID-MAY Little Hitters (Ages 4-7) Tues, Wed, Thurs | 3:30 - 4 pm $15/child Junior Development (Ages 8 and up) Tues, Wed | 4 - 5 pm $22/child Junior Competition Tues, Wed | 5 - 6 pm $22/child BEGINNING JUNE 7 Little Hitters (Ages 4-7) Tues | 9 - 9:45 am Thurs | 10:30 - 11:15 am $15/child Junior Development (Ages 8 and up) Tues | 9:45 - 11:15 am Thurs | 11:15 am - 12:45 pm $22/child Junior Competition Mon | 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Wed | 12 - 1:30 pm $22/child
Crosstown Challenge
MPCC hosted the annual Crosstown Challenge against Charlotte CC. 18 men from each club competed in both tennis and golf. Overall standings over 18 years is 10-7-1 with Myers Park in the lead. Very proud of our team this year after being down 5-4 after tennis. Next day we took all 9 golf matches and ended up with a 13-5 victory. Top Row: Mustafa Shah-Khan, Steve Godwin, Kyle Bumgardner, Craig Lemley, Hunter Dyer, Bill Orr, Mike Schwarz, JJ Olszowy, Mal McLean, Frank Navarro; Bottom Row: Stephen Ratcliffe, David Walker, Thomas Eek, Jim McPhilliamy, Starke Ratcliffe; Not Pictured: Alfredo Alvarez, Anders Persson, Erich Podzinski, Bill Merlo
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PICKLEBALL
Beginner's Pickleball Tips Curious to try pickleball but just not sure where to start? Here are a few tips to consider before you even hit the court. You’ll have much more fun and you won’t learn as many bad beginner’s habits that you’ll have to break later.
BE CONTROLLED Don’t get too fancy or think too much. Return the ball to your other team’s court and aim for their feet.
FANCY FOOTWORK Pickleball is similar to tennis in that it’s a game that’s about your feet as much as it is anything else. The player who can get to the right place at the right time will make better hits and win more points.
GET READY Just like tennis, stay in the “ready” position at all times, with knees slightly bent and your paddle up. Always watch the ball as it hits your paddle and try to hit it in front of your body. Make sure you commit to your swing. Don’t neglect your follow-through!
PRACTICE YOUR SHOTS There are many types of shots in pickleball but check out some pros on YouTube. Having a visual will help much more than any text description.
CONTROLLING THE KITCHEN You might be wondering why you want to serve and return the ball way to the back of your opponent’s court. There’s a seven-foot zone in front of both teams’ nets where neither player is allowed to volley a ball. This area is called the “no volley zone," or the “kitchen.” Playing right at the kitchen line is very important. It’s where most points are won.
SLAM DINK A great shot in any player’s arsenal is the “dink.” It’s aptly named. It’s a low, slow and somewhat hilarious shot. It’s just a soft little love tap on the ball aimed right at your opponent’s kitchen.
BUT MOST OF ALL...BE PATIENT The goal is to HAVE FUN! Don’t worry too much about what other people think. Enjoy the game and don’t take your mistakes too seriously. Every minute you spend playing, you get better. But most importantly, make sure to play with people who make it fun. 11 The Clubber | May 2022
FITNESS
INJURY PREVENTION: A complimentary seminar by Jeff Hartman, Ph.D. in Kinesiology Whether you are a runner, golfer, walker, tennis player or work out in the gym, Jeff Hartman shares his knowledge and the lessons he’s learned to successfully stay healthy and prevent injuries. Jeff has a Ph.D. in Kinesiology from the University of Virginia and is currently a Professor of Exercise Science and the Director of Carolina Chiropractic Plus Human Performance Laboratory at Gardner-Webb University. Jeff also has a degree from the North Carolina School of Advanced Bodywork and sees members on Tuesdays and Thursdays in the massage room in the Fitness Center. Jeff is an experienced academic and practitioner with a demonstrated history of inspiring and leading others to accept the challenge of finding their better selves through an active lifestyle.
Friday, May 13 at 12:15pm CLICK HERE to register.
Senior Fitness Mondays at 11:00am This class is designed to maintain your quality of life outside of the gym by increasing flexibility, joint stability, balance, coordination, agility, muscular strength and cardiovascular endurance. The workout combines aerobic and resistance training – and plenty of fun. It’s a great way to break a sweat and make new friends!
Click here to view complete fitness class offerings 12 The Clubber | May 2022
FITNESS
Personal Training for Dependents School's almost out for summer, and before you know it, your kids will be playing in summer travel leagues or starting pre-season workouts for fall sports. To better prepare them and give them an upper hand, consider having them do some conditioning this spring and summer. And by conditioning – we mean focusing on performance, injury prevention and correct movement patterns – not just running and lifting. Every session with a trainer is different, challenging and most of all fun. MPCC trainers make sure that their young clients always look forward to working with them. They are as much a friend and mentor as they are a coach. Trainers work with kids from 9 to 99 years old. If you would like to book a session, please call us at 704-790-7891.
Registered Dietician When you recognize that you want to make a change to your diet – whether it be for managing your weight, cholesterol or blood pressure – a Registered Dietitian can help. Jacy Shaffer works with members to help them get and stay healthy. She can assist with meal planning, grocery lists and recipes. A consultation with Jacy gives members who are struggling with their health a place to start and a person to talk to. With Jacy, a change in lifestyle doesn’t feel intimidating or overwhelming. Contact Jacy at (312) 391-0000.
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POOL
Hours of Operation Preseason Hours Friday May 20: 3 PM – 10 PM Saturday May 21: 10 AM – 10 PM Sunday May 22: 10 AM – 8 PM Friday May 27: 3 PM – 10 PM Hours beginning Saturday, May 28 Friday - Saturday: 10 AM – 10 PM Sunday: 10 AM – 8 PM Monday: 12 PM – 8 PM Tuesday – Thursday: 10 AM – 8 PM *No non-family guests through Memorial Day please.
Pool Safety Class and Dependent Pool Orientation Sunday, May 15 | 12:00 - 1:00pm
Dependents ages 10 - 16 can visit the MPCC pool without a parent or guardian if they first complete a pool orientation course. The orientation is designed to ensure the dependent is capable of swimming the length of the pool without assistance, and a briefing of pool rules and etiquette. Each dependent that takes the course will receive a certificate and get their photo taken so that they may be easily identified at the pool check in. Dependents at the pool without an adult will be responsible for abiding by all pool rules.
CLICK HERE to register. Lap Swim & Water Aerobics Early Morning Lap Swim June 1 – September 2 Monday, Wednesday, Friday 6 AM – 8 AM Water Aerobics May 31 – September 2 8:30 AM – 9:15 AM
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POOL
Pool Rules The pool season is always a highlight of the summer; however we ask you review the following pool rules with your family before taking that first dip. 1. Pool Guest Policy a. No guests Memorial Day Weekend, please. b. A member or eligible dependent may not have more than four local guests per day, unless approved in advance by the General Manager, his designee or Pool Supervisor. c. A member/dependent under age 21 may not bring the same local guest to the pool more than once each month. d. If an eligible dependent wishes to bring a guest, and the eligible dependent will not be accompanied by a parent, then the parent must personally inform the pool staff that the eligible dependent has permission to bring the guest. e. Guest fee is $15 per day. Please check in when you arrive and register guests there. 2. All dependents between the ages of 10-16 must take the pool certification course and demonstrate their ability to swim the length of the lap pool to be at the pool unattended. 3. All children under age 10 must be accompanied by an adult. 4. Children using the Kiddie Pool must be accompanied by an adult. Kiddie pool is designed for children under the age of 8 years. 5. All inflatable structures and floats must be in the form of an inner tube, with a hollow center. Lifeguards must be able to see the bottom of the pool, and usage of such inflatables will be at the discretion of the lifeguard on duty. 6. Smoking is not permitted in the pool area. 7. Towels are provided for members and guests for use at the pool and in the locker rooms and should not be removed from Club property. 8. Towels may not be utilized to save chairs, and towels that are used to save unoccupied chairs will be removed. 9. Children who are diaper dependent must wear proper swim diapers. 10. Proper swimwear, cover ups, or clothing is required at the pool at all times. 11. All food and beverage shall be bought from the Club. No breakable containers of any kind are permitted within the pool area, and food may be consumed only in areas designated. 12. Reserving the Club’s pool for a private party or gathering must be prearranged through the Club’s Event Coordinator. 13. Lifeguards on duty are not allowed to engage in unnecessary conversation. 14. Ten minutes of each hour will be set aside for adult swimming and children’s (under the age of eighteen) rest period. This includes the Kiddie Pool. Parents should take advantage of this time to encourage children to use the restroom facilities so as not to pose a potential sanitary problem in the pool. 15 The Clubber | May 2022
Swim Team There is still time to register! CLICK HERE Practice begins Monday, May 9 and is held Monday through Thursday. If the water is too cold or the weather does not cooperate, the swimmers will work on dry land drills, stroke instruction, review rules, etc. Heavy and consistent rain will result in practice being cancelled. Practice Schedule (Monday through Thursday) 4:30-5:00 6 & under 5:00-5:30 7 & 8's 5:30-6:15 9 & 10's 6:15-7:00 11 & up
Swim Meet Schedule *Please note the pool will close at 3 PM on home meets*. Tuesday, May 31
MPCC @ Providence CC
Thursday, June 2
Charlotte CC @ MPCC
Tuesday, June 7
Carmel CC @ MPCC
Thursday, June 9
Charlotte CC @ MPCC
Tuesday, June 14
Providence CC @ MPCC
Thursday, June 16
MPCC @ Carmel CC
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League Meet
Team Photos
Senior Night
MCAC
Myers Park Country Club 704-376-0741 | www.myersparkcc.com
