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We are proud to announce that our membership is at 155. There are many ladies’ golf associations throughout the US, but few are as strong and proud as Black Diamond.
Congratulations
Special thanks to our resident professional photographer, Jim Houle, who braved the landscape lift to rise 45’ above the ground to take this magnificent picture!
Happenings Club Staff
David Court, CGCS Director of Golf Course Maintenance dcourt@blackdiamondranch.com 746.0404 Dianne Dunnigan Club Concierge ddunnigan@blackdiamondranch.com p: 746.3440 f: 746.2706 Peggy Gleason Accounting pgleason@blackdiamondranch.com 746.0254 Lynn Janson Head Golf Professional ljanson@blackdiamondranch.com 746.3446 VICTOR LUZARRAGA Executive Chef vluzarraga@blackdiamondranch.com 746.3449 Michael Moore General Manager mmoore@blackdiamondranch.com 746.3440 Mary Napolitano Fitness Center mnapolitano@blackdiamondranch.com 746.3385
Welcome New Black Diamond Members Ted Baker John & Sandy Gunn Jonathan Graham Ron Jackson
Walt McMahon Thomas & Kathryn Meachum Brent & Debbie Mooksang Tyler Warner
Congratulations Hole-In-One Peter Blick on his Hole-In-One on #4 of the Quarry Course on Sat., Jan. 29th. Witnessed by Bob Hylen, Les Gwin and Meryl Smith. Pat Colletti on his Hole-In-One on #17 of the Quarry Course on Sat., Jan. 29th. Witnessed by Ron McGriff, Ron Brannan and George Buck.
Lew Liggett on his Hole-In-One on #17 of the Ranch Course on Thurs., Feb. 17th. Witnessed by Phil Pletcher, Bob Stock and Roger Smith.
Kerry ROSSELET Membership Director krosselet@blackdiamondranch.com 746.4000 Merideth Rossetti Food & Beverage Director mrossetti@blackdiamondranch.com 746.3440
Brian Norris on his Hole-In-One on #4 of the Quarry Course on Sat., Feb. 19th. Witnessed by Roger Smith and Dennis Farmer.
JENNIFER STAUFF POA Manager jennifer.ncpm@wildblue.net 465.6933 Linda Stevens Executive Assistant lstevens@blackdiamondranch.com p: 746.3440 f: 746.4319 Marina Taylor Black Diamond Club, Inc. mtaylor@blackdiamondranch.com 746.4000 page 2
Loretta Voorheis on her Hole-In-One on #4 of the Quarry Course on Sun., Feb. 13th. Witnessed by Pat Bentley and Susie Steinour. Bruce Lauer (not pictured) on his Hole-In-One on #17 of the Quarry Course on Wed., Jan. 26th. Witnessed by Lynn Janson, Gene McGee and Anil Ram.
David Court, CGCS Director of Golf Course Maintenance I thought this month that I would share some ideas toward overseeding of the greens at Black Diamond. Recently, I have had some conversations with the Members who have shown an interest in the possibility of not overseeding greens. I realize that these Members are looking for fast greens and would like to forego the period where the greens are in a transition both in the fall for about 4-6 weeks and in the spring which I feel has been smooth and somewhat unnoticeable in the past 4 seasons. The fall season practices require the greens to be slower and the grass mowing heights need to be raised in order to allow for the grass to mature and tiller out forming a desirable stand of grass. The timing of overseeding, typically is done just as the bermudagrass is at it’s best condition and the turf is not under any sort of heat stress that is typical of summer time. At this time of year we are finished with our cultural practices of aerification and the greens are in peak condition. December weather conditions this past season included 19 days of 32 degrees or less and sent the grasses into a state of dormancy and even the cool season grasses were slowed in maturing further. As temperatures increased in January the overseed on the green improved and has started to mature. Options for not overseeding are to leave the greens alone and to do nothing other than to mow and roll as we do now. When the temperatures dip into the 20’s, 30’s, and 40’s the grass will become dormant and will not have any recovery potential to withstand the 120-140 players that we
typically get on a normal day of play. On some occasions we have played as many as 220 players on the same course. The cup location areas will be slow to recover and the plugs will be far more noticeable on the greens where we change the pin location on a daily basis. Option two would be painting the greens. Turf paint has become popular in areas of the southeast were budgets have been compromised or overseeding is not desired. Not overseeding the greens would also help to reduce water usage proving we have inboard/ outboard heads around all greens. As for the advantage to overseeding greens, this makes a great putting surface, which has a viable growing turf that is capable of recovering from the damage of ball marks and disease infestations. The turf does withstand the traffic and this is why the practice of overseeding has been done for so many years in this region of the country. It is true that establishment of the seed does require more water and we have to deal seriously with this issue. My preference and recommendation is to continue the practice of overseeding greens. I truly feel that overseeding serves as an insurance policy to having turf on the greens year round. We do need to put up with some small inconvenience, but in the long run it is the right thing to do. I am always open to discussion of this topic and would like to get more feedback from the Membership if you care to respond. My email is dcourt@blackdiamondranch.com or feel free to give me a call in the office. See you on the course.
Congratulations to BK Ryo We are excited to share that at the time of this writing, BK Ryo is on her way to Korea to be honored by the Alumni Association of her alma mater Kyungpook National University, School of Medicine. Each year this prestigious university recognizes one individual with the lifetime achievement award, AHN HANG. This nationally recognized award is in honor of Dr. Ryo’s significant academic and professional achievements in the medical field. BK Ryo, MD, Ph.D. career spanned 37 years starting in Korea, then to Long Island, Omaha, Detroit, Ann Arbor, Chicago, and with her final 15 years at the University of Kentucky.
Congratulations to B.K. from your Black Diamond family! (special thanks to Nancy Richards for sharing this story with us) page 3
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MARK YOUR CALENDARS!
LADIES’ DAY EVENTS March 1 Team Game, Net – 2BB on 9 Hardest Hdcp. Holes + 3BB on 9 Easiest Hdcp. Holes March 8 Individual Game. Gross & Net March 15 Team Game, Net Stableford March 22 ABCD Team Game, Net, Cha, Cha, Cha, Cha, Cha, 1BB, 2BB, - 1BB, 2BB, 3BB March 29 Make Your Own Foursome. Net (2BB: Holes 1-9) +(1 Gross + 1 Net – can’t be same ball: Holes 10-18)
Joyce Burns
Memorial Cup Tournament
Monday, April 11 – Tuesday, April 12
This event honors the memory of deceased Black Diamond lady golfers and at the same time affords us a competitive two days of golf.
All BDLGA members are encouraged to play! Handicap maximum is 36. Partner Match Play – Select Your Own Partner 27 holes on Monday, 18 on Tuesday, 3 hole shoot out on Quarry Holes #10, 11 & 18 to determine winner Diamond Tees for all flights Each 2-lady team plays a “round robin” against the other teams in their flight. Entry fee is $30 per person and includes prizes and lunch following shoot out.
All ladies and gentlemen are encouraged to participate in our annual Rally For The Cure Tournament benefiting the Susan G. Komen for the Cure Foundation and the BDLGA Citrus County Screening Program.
INVITATIONALS March 1 Inverness Golf & Country Club, Fabulous 50s Jamboree (rain date March 3) March 14 SAGO Invitational to benefit North Suncoast Junior Golf March 15-16 Seven Rivers Lollipop March 17 Windermere Country Club, Swing into Spring March 23 Tampa Bay Country Club March 23 Lake Nona Golf & Country Club, St. Patrick’s Ladies’ “Pot of Gold” Invitational April 7 Ventura Country Club AprIL 11 Southern Woods Magnolia Invitational APRIL 12 Countryside Country Club, Ladies’ Pro-Am Golf Tournament
As part of last year’s Rally for the Cure event we auctioned a special 6-course dining experience that was presented by Chef Victor at Dudley & Barb Smith’s home. A great time was had by all…the winning bidders were Jay & Chris Joines, Carl & Susan Nanni, Bill & Beth Joens, and Dudley & Barb Smith.
All invitationals received are posted in the ladies’ locker room. Please refer to the bulletin board for further information. In addition, a home and away has been scheduled with Innisbrook (Island Course, not Copperhead) for May 4, 2011 at Innisbrook and May 11, 2011 at Black Diamond.
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A sign up sheet will be posted in the ladies’ locker room.
Save the Date
Ladies’ Member-Guest ~ April 6, 7 & 8
Golf News
by Lynn Janson, PGA Professional
It was brought to my attention that there seems to be some confusion as to the difference between DRAs (drainage retention areas) and our bunkers. Our “DRAs” are marked or designated with a blue stake, our bunkers are not. The “DRAs” are played as Through the Green, which means among other things that you may remove lose impediments as well as ground your club. You may not do those things in a bunker. Note: The definition of “Through the Green” is the whole area of course except: a. The teeing ground and putting green of the hole being played; and b. All hazards on the course. I’ve heard that Sky Caddie for some reason indicates that the green side bunker left of #18 Quarry is a “waste area.” The term “waste area” has no official significance or definition according to the USGA Rules of Golf. It seems some of our Members have equated “waste area” with “drainage retention area.” This assumption could have harmful effects if one incorrectly assumed a bunker were a “DRA” and then grounded their club or removed a loose impediment causing a penalty of two strokes. I just thought I would attempt to clear up that misconception. Aren’t the rules of golf fun! Local Rules: Members may acquire a copy of our local rules (we call it a hard copy) from the Golf Shop.
Black Diamond Foundation Tournament Pro-Am Results 1st Place Bill Mory—Val Riley—Laura Monea—Pam Vlcko 130
A very special heartfelt
2nd Place Chris Slattery—Lawrence Wasslow—Dennis Prescott—Mickey Carney 130
to all of the participants, volunteers, sponsors and Club staff who made our 8th Annual Pro-Am Fundraiser the most successful ever.
3rd Place Gibby Gilbert—Jerry Lingerfelt—Jimmy Story—Jerry Fowler 131 4th Place Ron English—Cedrik Prange—Chris Holland—Stevie Connoly 132 5th Place Scott Wycoff—Margo Grodsky—Joan Beasley—Linda Thomas 133 6th Place Sara Brown—Jan Chesser—Ellie Mullenix—Leslie Landham 133 7th Place Stan Cooke—Dave Blackshear—Joel Cipolla—Paul Slosberg 134
Thank You
The less fortunate of Citrus County along with the Foundation’s agencies it supports say
THANK YOU FOR MAKING A DIFFERENCE!! page 5
Black Diamond Foundation Educating Citrus County Educating the citizens of Citrus County continues to be a major goal of the BDF. Last year we gave approximately $43,000 to all levels of school age children and adults. These programs included: “Early Learning Coalition,” “Take Stock in Children,” College of Central Florida, Withlacoochee Technical Institute (WTI) and the YMCA. This year we started giving the College of Central Florida $24,000 for scholarships for graduates of the three public high schools in Citrus County. Not only do students benefit but the College will need more teachers and support personnel. BDF is helping create jobs in Citrus County. Each year we give WTI $10,000 for scholarships. Below are some student profiles from WTI and how your money is helping people in the county: Nancy is a middle aged woman enrolled in the Medical Administrative Specialist Program. She was employed for 20 years by a national retail chain in a local store, when the company unexpectedly shut down 180 stores in January 2010. Subsequently she lost her job as a store manager and had to begin collecting unemployment. Last year she searched for a job with no luck and ended up losing her home. She said that after some research she determined that her best route to a new future was to prepare herself for a whole new career in the medical field. Greg is a 25 year old single dad enrolled in the Auto Collision Repair and Refinishing Program. Greg works a part time job and attends school full time. Although it is a struggle to meet the demands of raising two daughters (ages five and seven), attending school full time, and working a part time job, Greg has managed to complete his first semester in Auto Collision Repair with an 87% for his semester grade. He said that he struggles financially to continue his education, but is determined to complete the program and provide a better life for his daughters. Jarrod enrolled in the Electricity Program in August. He ended the first semester with a 93% for his semester grade. Jarrod’s family has faced hard times with the current economy. His parents have been unemployed and Jarrod has been working odd jobs while attending school full time. He is also trying to meet his financial burden on him and his family and provide him the opportunity to complete the program. He is excited to obtain employment upon completion of the program in May and begin a new career as an electrician. page 6
Eric is a young man enrolled in the Solar Thermal Systems Program. He lives with his parents and said his family struggles to keep up with the bills as his father is permanently disabled and his mother has to travel to Ocala to work at Bealls Outlet. He helps to take care of his father and attends school full time. He said that he has been searching for a part time job to help his family pay bills, but has not been able to find a job. He is grateful for the scholarship and said that he will work hard to earn good grades while attending school. James is enrolled in the Welding Program. He has been out of work and seeking employment for three years. His unemployment and his wife’s part time job have been the only income supporting them. He said that there have been times when they had to make a choice of eating or paying a bill. He is excited to complete his education and enhance his ability to gain employment as a journeyman welder. WTI thanks you for your continued support to its students. The generosity of the Black Diamond Community is making a difference in Citrus County as you can see. The BDF also thanks you for your support!
March Calendar of Events Lunch Schedule Daily 11 am - 3 pm 6
Breakfast 8:30 - 11:00 am
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black diamond foundation meeting - 4:00 Pm
LONDON BROIL WITH Ladies’ Bible MUSHROOM Study 9:30am GRAVY 4:30 – 6:30 pm
Mahjong - 12:30 pm Club Closed
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Breakfast 8:30 - 11:00 am
SOUTHERN FRIED CHICKEN
4:30 – 6:30 pm
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Breakfast 8:30 - 11:00 am
No Dinner Service
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Breakfast 8:30 - 11:00 am
TURKEY BUFFET
4:30 – 6:30 pm
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Ladies’ Day
5:30 – 8:00 pm
Ladies’ Day
Mardi Gras Specials
A la Carte 5:30 – 8:00 pm
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15 Ladies’ Bible Ladies’ Study 9:30am Day Mahjong 12:30 pm
Club Closed
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Ladies’ Bible Study 9:30am
Mahjong 12:30 pm
Club Closed
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Ladies’ Bible Study 9:30am
Mahjong 12:30 pm
Club Closed
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Couples’ Member-Guest
A la Carte
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Poolside
Happy Hour 4:30 – 6:30 pm
BRIDGE - 6:30 PM
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5:30 – 8:00 pm
4:30 - 6:30 pm
with Celebrity Chefs Dennis Farmer and Roger Smith 5:30–7:00 pm
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Black Diamond Rider Cup 2011 Mixed Grill featuring American & Irish dishes SOCIAL COMMITTEE meeting - 3:00 PM
BRIDGE - 6:30 PM
Couples’ MemberGuest awards dinner
RIDER CUP DINNER
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Twilight Golf
A la Carte
A la Carte 5:30 – 8:00 pm
Poolside
Happy Hour 4:30 – 6:30 pm
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29 Ladies’ Day A la Carte 5:30 – 8:00 pm
A la Carte 5:30 – 7:00 pm
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Cooking Class with Chef Victor 2:30 pm
4:30 - 6:30 pm BINGO - 6:30 PM
A la Carte 5:30 – 7:00 pm
No Dinner Service
5:30 – 7:00 pm
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A la Carte 5:30 – 7:00 pm
No Dinner Service
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MEN’S Member-Guest Reading & Discussion Group - 4pm
No Dinner Service
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SLIDE BOTTOM GIN - 6:30 PM
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Buffet
5:30-7:00pm
DINING
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A la Carte
Trivia Night
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MEN’S MemberGuest awards dinner
No Dinner Service
Cooking Class Thurs., March 31st - 2:30 pm Cost: $10.00
Come and experience fine food preparation with some of Chef Victor’s favorite recipes. Enjoy complimentary wine and a sampling of some of the finest dishes. Sign up sheet will be posted on the Member Bulletin Board in the hallway near the Golf Shop.
Trivia Night Winners - February 3rd
1st Place: MCLOVE $276.00 split
2nd Place Tie: UFF-DAS $193.20 split
2nd Place: BDRP $82.80 split
George & Kaia Adler Les & Mary Bell & Daughter James & Jeannine Love Gene & Marcia Taormina
Terrell & Victoria Clampitt Tom Farrell Mary Jane Laukka Jon & Linda Radabaugh Dick & Jill Ragatz Steve & Judith Tanner
Bob & Arlene Arndt Al & Marty Coogler Steve & Fran Johnson Cliff & Betty Pierson Jim & Dona Wood page 7
NATURE NEWS
Hours of Operation
- Bob Hylen
Driving Range Monday – Saturday 7:00 am – 5:00 pm
What a beautiful time of the season here in Black Diamond. We are seeing the wild plumb blossoms on the nature trail, water and visiting birds in our “Hidden Lake,” Red buds, Dogwoods and Azaleas along with the beautiful Pansys everywhere.
Sunday 7:30 am – 5:00 pm
Golf Shop
Monday – Sunday 7:00 am – 6:00 pm ForeTees Internet 24-Hour Access
Tennis Courts
Monday – Sunday 7:00 am – 9:00 pm Clinics Wednesday – 10:00 am Saturday – 3:30 pm
We overseeded all of our wildflower areas in the fall and should see them during March and April.
Pool
Monday – Sunday 8:00 am – 8:00 pm Pool temperature maintained at 84°
Pictures this month came from Linda Williams. Enjoy it all!!
Reading & Discussion Group On March 24th the Black Diamond Reading Group will meet at 4:00 pm in the boardroom to discuss the first book of Ken Follett’s Century Trilogy Fall of Giants. This mammoth historical novel follows five families around the globe as the events of the first part of the 20th century unfold. Characters from difference countries and classes intertwine with the extraordinary events of World War I, the political struggles in their own countries, and the rise of the feminist movement. Love, loyalty, action and conspiracies abound and bring each character to life. Future readings will include I Am a Man: Chief Standing Bear’s Journey for Justice by Joe Starita on April 21, Cutting for Stone by Abraham Verghese on May 19th, and The Book Thief by Makus Zusak on June 16th. Contact Faeth Houle for more information.
Fitness Center
Mark Your Calendar
Home Style Dining 4:30 - 6:30 pm March 6 London Broil March 13 Southern Fried Chicken Reminder Sunday, March 27 Turkey Buffet
Pizzas
Made to Order
Monday, Wednesday & Friday 5:00 am – 7:00 pm Tuesday & Thursday 5:00 am – 8:00 pm Saturday & Sunday 8:00 am – 1:00 pm
Horizons
Breakfast Sunday 8:30 am – 11:00 am Lunch Tuesday – Sunday 11:00 am – 3:00 pm Dinner See March Calendar, page 7 Take-Out Window Tuesday-Sunday 11:00 am – 3:00 pm
Men’s Lounge
Tuesday – Friday 12:00 noon – 12:00 midnight Saturday 12:00 noon – 4:00 pm