Player Development Professional Ryan Williams 369-2371 | rawilliams@woodbridgegcc.com
Golf Shop/Tee Times 369-2371
Fitness Center Coordinator Tariq Glenn 370-6330 | sports@woodbridgegcc.com
Tennis Professional Mauricio Achondo, USPTA 327-5659 | machondo@woodbridgegcc.com
Tennis Professional Haley Marais, USPTA 275-5158 | hmarais@woodbridgegcc.com
Sports Complex & Reservations 370-6330
2024 OCTOBER
THE TAP IN Short, quick news
Oct 31 is deadline for last names starting with M-R
If your last name starts with M-R, your food and beverage quarterly minimum ends this month. As a reminder, our events, Cafe food and beverage, beverage cart and wine bottle purchases all count toward your food and beverage minimum.
Upcoming Member Events & Meetings
Sept 30-Oct 6: Vineyard Course Aeration
Oct 3: Charity Bridge
Oct 3: Sports Committee Meeting
Oct 5: TaylorMade Fitting Day
Oct 5: Fall Frenzy Pickleball Classic
Oct 9: Cigar Club 14-Club Challenge
Oct 10: Caymus Wine Dinner
Oct 10: NFL Game Night
Oct 12: Calaway Fitting Day
Oct 14: CAFE RENOVATION PROJECT BEGINS
Oct 17: House & Social Committee Meeting
Oct 17: Membership Committee Meeting
Oct 19: PXG Fitting Day
Oct 20: Titleist Fitting Day
Oct 20: Sunday Couples Golf
Oct 25-27: Tennis Centennial Championship
Oct 26: Superintendent’s Revenge
Oct 26: Halloween Festival
Oct 27: Sunday Couples Golf
Group 1
Liza Kanemura & Mary Slate 3380
Group 2
Brenda Jones & Sandi Alderson 4370
Group 3
Inge Belanger & Gayleen Entzi 2620
BY RYAN BILL GENERAL MANAGER
EXCITING CAFE RENOVATION COMING SOON!
We are thrilled to announce that the renovation of our Cafe will begin in mid-Oct. This project, which is in direct response to member feedback from our ClubIQ surveys, will enhance the dining experience for all members by creating a more modern and inviting space. The Cafe has not been renovated in decades, making this transformation long overdue and highly anticipated.
During the renovation, we will do our best to accommodate members who wish to dine at the Club. Seating will be available in the banquet hall and on the patio. However, we have a few events already booked in the banquet hall prior to the renovation schedule, so it will be closed on select days (Oct 17, 24, Nov 13 and 15). We will provide alternative dining options during those times to ensure all members can continue enjoying meals at the Club.
We understand that this renovation may cause some inconvenience, but we are confident the end result will be well worth it. The newly renovated Cafe will offer a fresh, updated atmosphere for members to relax and enjoy meals with friends and family.
Thank you for your understanding and patience during this transition. We look forward to sharing the finished product with all of our members and are excited for you to experience the new and improved Cafe once the renovation is complete.
SEPTEMBER’S NEW MEMBERS
GOLF: 471
GOLF: 63
253
AS OF 9/30/24
787
Arlene Farley
Single Golf
Sponsor: Eric Daegling
Arlene is an officer of the Lodi Public Library Foundation; Vice President of the Lodi Widows Club; and a member of the Daughters of the American Revolution. She is looking forward to golfing again.
Matthew & Alexandra Kidwell
Young Professional
Sponsor: Mike Parmenter
Matthew is Director of Sales at TriNet and Alexandra is a site merchandiser for Amazon. The couple are originally from Stockton. The couple welcomed their first child, James, last year.
Cody & Stephanie Vaz
Young Professional
Sponsor: Pete Murdaca
The Vaz’s are returning to Lodi and the Club after living in Portland, OR for two years. They have three children. Cody is Managing Director for Vaz Bros, Inc.
Jay & Lynn Winchester
Full Golf
Sponsor: Rick McCarty
Jay and Lynn are both retired. They are former members of the Club and are looking forward to golfing here again.
BY KRISTINE ROBERSON MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR
YOUR FEEDBACK IS DRIVING POSITIVE CHANGE AT THE CLUB
Since launching our ClubIQ member surveys last November, your feedback has been instrumental in shaping meaningful improvements here at the Club. By taking the time to share your thoughts and experiences, you’ve helped us refine the way we operate, ensuring we continue to meet your needs and enhance your overall experience.
Thanks to your input, we’ve already implemented several exciting changes, including:
• Adding vegetarian options to our lunch menu, providing more variety to cater to a broader range of dietary preferences.
• Resurfacing the tennis courts, ensuring top-quality conditions for your game and overall enjoyment.
• Rearranging the Fitness Center equipment to create better flow, giving you a more comfortable and efficient workout environment.
• Improving staff training to elevate service quality and ensure each interaction at the Club leaves a positive impression.
These upgrades are just the beginning! We’re always listening, and we’re thrilled to announce an exciting new project based on your feedback: the renovation of the Founders Café, scheduled for this month. Our goal is to provide a refreshed, welcoming space for casual dining that matches the high standards you expect from the Club.
None of this progress would be possible without your continued participation in the ClubIQ surveys. These surveys, which are sent randomly to members four times a year, provide us with critical insights into what’s working, what can be improved, and what you love most about the Club. Your responses help us measure the effectiveness of staff training, prioritize new projects, and make adjustments that benefit all members.
We’re deeply grateful for your engagement and encourage you to keep an eye on your inbox for future survey opportunities. Your voice truly matters, and your feedback is driving the positive changes that make the Club an even better place to enjoy. Let’s continue working together to ensure that Woodbridge remains the best it can be for all of us.
Thank you for your ongoing support and commitment to making the Club a special place for everyone!
Board of Director Nominees
Brian Bowling
My wife of 20 years, Katie and I are proud members of Woodbridge. We have two sons, Brian II and Matthew. Katie and I grew up in Rio Vista and I’ve been fortunate enough over the years to visit, play and experience Woodbridge as a guest since 1996. In 2019, we moved to Acampo and by 2020 we were accepted as full proprietary members. Over the past 4 years, after home and work, Woodbridge is the place I’m most likely to be found.
After graduating from Rio Vista High School in 1998, I attended California State University, Sacramento. Upon completion of college, I moved home and started working in the auto industry where I spent the next 6+ years working as Director of Finance for Rio Vista Ford Dodge Chrysler Jeep. In 2009, I changed career paths and entered in to casino management where I’ve been for the past 15+ years. Currently, as General Manager of Parkwest Casino Lodi, I’m lucky to have a wonderful team around me and great community support.
Being a very active member I believe I get to see firsthand what renovations might be best to both attract new membership and improve the experience for existing members. Since joining, I’ve seen positive improvements in many aspects of the Club, including the golf courses, food and beverage, gym, tennis courts and swimming pool. I’ve served on the handicap committee, tournament committee and the House & Social Committee. Attention to detail and an ability to solicit positive feedback for change have always been a priority of mine. I believe serving on the board would be another opportunity to help serve our membership in a positive way.
Thank you for your consideration as a potential member of the Board of Directors. I would bring a wide-ranging skill set developed during 20+ years of managerial and administrative experiences in businesses that deal with a wide range of cultures and backgrounds. I look forward to serving on behalf of our membership.
Dan Grauman Incumbent
My name is Dan Grauman and I’ve been a member of Woodbridge for a total of 7 years. I currently serve on the Woodbridge Board and co-chair the Golf & Greens Committee. I’m the former chair of the Membership Committee.
I have been a police officer for almost 20 years. I spent 18 years with the Stockton Police Department and now I currently work for the Elk Grove Police Department. I have a 13-year-old daughter named Violet who loves to golf. My girlfriend Karen has two boys, Mason and Reid. Mason is involved with the Operation 36 program and my daughter just started the same program.
We love being members at Woodbridge and use all of the amenities the Club has to offer. I am seeking a second term on the Board of Directors for Woodbridge. Thank you.
Greg Kozlowski Incumbent
My wife Kimberly and I have been members for more than 7 years. Kimverly is a Lodi native whom I met 12 years ago for which we have been married for 10 years. I have been in the furniture industry for 5 years now for which I am an Operations Manager with Williams-Sonoma. We love all the amenities the Club has to offer and have met lots of friends and acquaintances through the Club. I am looking forward to serving the General Membership for another three years keeping the continuity of a wonderful Board of Directors in the best interests of the Club/Members.
Nominees for the 2024 Ballot
Tore Maggio
I grew up in Lodi, attended and graduated from San Jose State University and completed post graduate work at the University of Kentucky. I worked in the Bay Area, Italy, Scotland and Orange County for more than 20 years in financial management positions of fast-growing companies, turnaround companies and Fortune 500 companies. Later I returned to Lodi to provide financial consulting services for local companies.
I first joined WGCC in 1990, left for Orange County in 2000 and rejoined WGCC in 2004. I joined the Finance Committee in 2006, was a member of the Board of Directors in 2008 through 2014 and the Board’s President in 2011. During this time, the Board focused on creating a place for the entire family to enjoy. Following my term on the Board, I was a member of the Long-term Planning Committee until it was disbanded.
This year I rejoined the Finance Committee as a first step in becoming active in the Club again. My partner, Donna Aarons, is also active in the Club as the Captain of the women’s nine-hole club (49ers). Today I’m throwing my hat into the ring to rejoin the WGCC Board of Directors once again. I feel with my past professional experience and my experiences at WGCC, I can help the Board move forward into the future and address some of the issues at hand.
Laura Reeves Incumbent
I grew up in Petaluma, moved to the Central Valley in 1975 after high school and entered the medical field. I have worked in the medical field for 49 years managing physician’s offices, which has given me experience in servicing and managing people. In my current role as bookkeeper, I work with numbers and bank accounts.
Woodbridge has been a large part of my family’s life. My husband, Steve, and I have two sons, Bradley and Robert. We have enjoyed watching them grow up at our Club utilizing the Junior Golf Program, summer camps and all that Woodbridge has to offer.
I am currently a member of the 9-hole and 18-hole Ladies Golf groups, Co-Captain of the 18-Hole Ladies and past Co-Chair of the Ladies Invitational. For the Boad, I am chairing the Centennial Committee and have been instrumental in the planning of those events this year. I have also participated in the House & Social Committee.
I have enjoyed my three years on the Board and believe I have the people skills to communicate with my fellow Board and the membership. I want to continue to make Woodbridge a great place for golfers, families and friends to come together.
Thank you for this opportunity to serve on the Board. I am excited for the chance to represent the membership for another three years, should you choose to re-elect me.
Geoff Peterson
Originally from San Diego, I met my wife (a Lodi native) during college and moved to the area 30 years ago. We have raised three children here who are currently in college and who have been active in the community, and the Club as lifeguards, swimming instructors and/or coaches. I’m the principal of a financial planning firm providing services to individuals and businesses locally. I am an early morning swimmer and enjoy playing golf at every opportunity. I’ve had the pleasure of working on the Membership Committee for the Club over the last 4 years and have enjoyed the opportunity to serve. Thank you.
BY JOHN HUGHES, PGA HEAD GOLF PROFESSIONAL
GOLF SHOP NEWS
Vocker Cup Winners
Centennial Vocker Cup 2024
Congratulations to the Overall Winners in this year’s Vocker Cup!
First Place Men’s Shootout: Robby Dobler & Eurik O’Bryant
First Place Women’s Shootout: Jill Thompson – Janis Morehead
See Full Results using the QR code.
Golf Rules
Previous Question –
A player removes a broken tee touching their ball in the general area causing the ball to move; there is a penalty of one stroke and the ball must be replaced on its original spot. True or False?
Answer –
False. The broken tee is a movable obstruction (man-made), therefore there is no penalty for removing it. The ball must be replaced on its original spot.
This Month’s Question –
In Four-Ball stroke play with side A-B, A picks up while B completes the hole. The marker attributes the score for the hole to A and records no score for B. The better ball score is correct. The scorecard is certified and returned to the Committee. What is the ruling?
Club Fitting Days
Sat, Oct 5: TaylorMade
(register on Club Website using QR code)
Sat, Oct 12: Callaway
(register on Club Website using QR code)
Sat, Oct 12: PXG
Sun, Oct 20: Titleist
(register on Club Website using QR code)
Upcoming Golf Events
Sept 30 – Oct 6: Vineyard Course Closed – Aeration
Oct 20: Start of Fall Couples’ Sunday Golf
Oct 26: Superintendent’s Revenge Tournament
October – November: Senior Men’s Club Championship (Match Play)
Nov 16: Men’s Finale Tournament
BY KEVIN WOLF CIGAR CLUB PRESIDENT
CIGAR CLUB UPDATE Upcoming Fall Events
We have some exciting events coming up this fall for our Cigar Club members and guests! These are great opportunities to enjoy friendly competition, good company, and fantastic cigars. Mark your calendars for the following events:
14
Club
Challenge
Wed, Oct. 9
This fun, mid-week challenge is just around the corner!
• Sign-ups: Open now
• Guests: Negotiated food cost plus $5
• Members: Cigar Club members – free; Non-Cigar Club members – same as guests
• Event Details: Head-to-Head competition using the 14 clubs in your bag.
Tin
Cup
Open
Sun, Nov. 10
• Sign-ups: Begin early October
• Guests: $10 cash buy-in (plus green and cart fees)
• Members: $10 cash buy-in (plus cart fees)
• Event Details: This is a great way to enjoy some healthy competition before the holiday season begins. Shotgun is 2pm.
Lewis &
Clark
Sun, Dec. 15
Our signature year-end event promises to be a highlight of the season!
• Sign-ups: Begin in November
• Course: Tentatively scheduled for Vineyard and River nines
• Shotgun Start: 9 am
• Guests: Lunch is mandatory (pricing to be determined), plus $20 team buy-in. Breakfast is optional – sign up when you register.
• Members: Cigar Club members – free; Non-Cigar Club members – pay for lunch and the $20 team buy-in. Breakfast is optional.
• Event Details (FROM LAST YEAR): The Cigar Club invites all Club members to play in the Lewis & Clark North by Northwest Golf Tournament. Format is 2-man scramble. Members are encouraged to bring guests to join for golf and lunch. This year’s event is 11 hole scores across two 9's.
We look forward to seeing you at these events. Whether you’re a regular participant or joining us for the first time, it’s a great way to enjoy the camaraderie of fellow members and guests. Be sure to sign up early, and let’s make the fall season one to remember!
BY RYAN WILLIAMS PLAYER DEVELOPMENT PROFESSIONAL
October’s Tip of the Month Breaking the Shank Curse
We’ve all done it. You address the ball. The feel for the shot is there. You make a beautiful turn in the backswing and get ready to deliver the club for the strike. As you hit the ball and turn to see where the ball went, a terrible sensation rings up the shaft. Something is horribly wrong. When you pick the ball’s flight, you see it’s going nearly 90 degrees to the right. Then, the realization sets in that you hit the ball off the hosel. Let’s just say it, you shanked it.
eradicate the mystery get rid of your shanks forever, heaven forbid you catch the dreaded virus.
Shank 1.0:
Shank 2.0
Cheech Marin’s character in the classic golf film, “Tin Cup,” famously said, “The shanks are like a virus. They just show up.” Not to disparage one of my favorite movies, but I wholeheartedly disagree with his notion of a helpless lack of awareness and that all one can do is pray them away or doubleknot his left shoe or turn is hat around backwards. There are concrete technical elements that cause shanks. I call them Shank 1.0, Shank 2.0, Shank 3.0. The students that I see struggling with heel and hosel strikes fit at least one version, but it is common for the issue to a be combination thereof. My goal for this month’s tip is to
When I was younger, I always found it odd that better players struggled with shanks more than higher handicappers. In particular, young and talented junior golfers could be very prone to strikes near the inside part of the club. With these players, a shank comes from getting excessively “stuck.” This when the lower body outraces the hands and arms to the finish and the arms are trapped behind the body with no place to go but too far out away from the body, thus moving the strike more toward the heel.
These players often need to feel that their lower bodies are much more stable while their hands and arms win the race. This was a feel Tiger Woods played some of the best golf of his career employing. The drill that I feel works best for this is to go to the top of the backswing, pause for a two-count, and then gently swing down.
The second version of a shank is caused by the player posturing the ball with too much bend in the waste thus getting their weight too far out on their toes. This causes an “over-the-top” move where the player swipes at the ball from outside-to-in to such a degree that the ball is struck off the hosel. Unfortunately for the player, he or she will often move farther away from the ball at address which only gets their weight farther on the toes and necessitates the swipey move even more. In other words, the natural quick fix of moving farther away only “feeds the beast,” as Dr. Greg Rose from the Titleist Performance Institute says.
These players need to stand taller and closer in what I’ll often describe as a “free throw posture;” most feel their weight is much more on their heels when first doing so. I also will often use avoidance drills with this type of shanker in which I’ll put headcovers down around the ball at such an angle that a path that is more inside out is encouraged.
An example of a club being stuck!
The arms are back in front ready to go!
Too bent over out on toes!
Over the top and swipey!
Shank 3.0
The third version has to with a certain condition at address or a lack of turn in the backswing. That certain condition is when the shoulders and hips are open at address, thus creating a “lack of room” for the hands, arms, and club to get back in front of the body. That “lack of room” can also be created by lack of turn in the pelvis or hips away from the target in the backswing.
Fixing address is easy (relatively). A more neutral grip and getting the shoulder, hip, and feet alignments less left (for a right-handed player) goes a long way toward getting the strikes to the center of the club. Improving backswing pivots are trickier and more dependent on the flexibility and athleticism of the player. That said, if it becomes obvious for whatever reason that the player cannot functionally turn deep enough in the backswing with their hips, I will often have them play shots with the right foot back away from the target line. This creates the necessary “room” for the hands, arms, and club to back in front of the body.
Hopefully, we shed some light on the mystery of the shanks and your days of helplessness are behind you! If you’d like clarification on this topic’ or any other for that matter, please reach out to me or stop me any time! Have a great October!
Dynamic Posture! Shooting the free throw! Slotted from the inside!
Too open (left) with alignments! No room to deliver the club!
A deeper turn provides the space for the club to get back in front!
SOPHIA KINGSTON
I’m six and a half years old and am in first grade at St. Peter’s. My favorite things are reading, art and tennis… and my dog Fitz. My least favorite thing is when my papas huge puppy jumps on me. I want to be a dog breeder when I grow up.
BY TARIQ GLENN FITNESS CENTER COORDINATOR
Cheer on our Ladies Tennis Teams!
OCTOBER ACTIVITIES AT THE SPORTS COMPLEX
As we welcome fall at your Club, we have a packed schedule of events and activities to keep you active and engaged throughout October. Here’s what you need to know:
Our ladies’ tennis teams are in full swing, and we encourage you to come out and show your support. The A Team, B Team Red, B Team Black, and C Team will be competing in league matches throughout the month. It’s a great opportunity to cheer on your fellow members and enjoy the competitive atmosphere.
Pickleball enthusiasts, mark your calendars! The highly anticipated Fall Frenzy Pickleball Classic is coming up on Oct. 5. Whether you're playing or spectating, this promises to be a fun and exciting event you won’t want to miss.
For those looking to sharpen their tennis skills, our Tennis Fall Camp will run from Oct. 1-4, from noon to 3 pm daily. This camp is a great opportunity to elevate your game, so be sure to register with Haley soon—spots are limited!
Later in the month, we’ll host the Centennial Tennis Tournament from Oct. 25-27. This event is a highlight of the season, bringing out the best talent from around the Club. If you’d like to participate, please sign up at the Fitness Center, and don’t hesitate to contact Haley with any questions or for further details.
Be Mindful of Closing Hours
Lastly, we kindly remind all members to respect our facility hours. Please ensure you exit all areas, including tennis, pickleball, and swim, by the designated closing times. The Fitness Center closes at 9pm on weekdays and 7pm on weekends. Failure to adhere to these hours will be reported to the General Manager.
We look forward to seeing you at the Club this October—whether on the court, in the pool, or cheering from the sidelines!
49er Update
BY DONNA AARONS
September Recap and Upcoming Events
September was a busy month for our group! Our Guest Day at the end of August was well attended, and a great time was had by all. With perfect weather, delicious food, and plenty of fun, it was an event to remember.
The Cha Cha Cha event on Sept. 5 saw the team of Terri Spring, Juliet Fyffe, Shannon Hagen, and Donna Aarons take home the win. Congratulations, ladies!
Kathy Cockayne was our big winner for stroke play on Sept. 12—she’s on fire!
The Shamble on Sept. 19 was another fantastic day on the course. The winners were Kathy Cockayne, Kristy Frank, Sharon Morgan, and Rhonda Craig. Well done, everyone!
We have another Guest Day planned for Sept. 28. Be sure to check next month’s news for the results.
Looking ahead to October, we have
some exciting events planned. On Wear Pink Day, we will honor Breast Cancer Awareness. We also have Three Clubs & a Putter Day, which promises to be challenging but fun. Stroke play will continue, and we’ll wrap up the month with our Halloween Party, hosted by Patty Kooyman and Sharon Morgan.
Our turnout for play has been wonderful, and we hope to keep the momentum going as the weather cools. As some have commented, it’ll be nice to play without the early morning mosquitoes!
We’re excited for the upcoming months and encourage any women, regardless of skill level, to join us for golf, food, and fun.
Guest Day Results from Aug. 29
Low Putts
Member Winners: Arlene Mataga & Terri Spring
Guest Winners: Peggy Jones & Janie Towne
BY KIM DANGELO & LAURA REEVES 18-HOLE LADIES CO-CAPTAINS
WOMEN’S GOLF UPDATE A Month of Celebrations
The 18-Hole Ladies have had a lot to celebrate this month! It started at the end of August when the Woodbridge ladies won the overall Team Play. Congratulations to all the ladies who participated and brought home the win.
We kicked off September with our final Guest Day and 100-year celebration for Woodbridge Golf & Country Club. What a fantastic turnout—we had 58 golfers and 12 invited guests! These guests were former members who have retired from golf but played a significant role in the success of our 18-hole ladies’ group. The event was a huge success, thanks to our outstanding food and beverage department, as well as the Golf Shop. Special thanks to Steve Carillo and John Hagen, who were there first thing in the morning to assist the 18-Hole Ladies with their bags.
Congratulations to all the winners! In fact, we were all winners, as everyone received a gift. There was also a door prize and a 50/50 drawing, and everyone had a wonderful time.
A big congratulations to our new Club Champion, Chris Phelps, who played three remarkable rounds of golf.
Flight 1
Erin Devries: 267
Chris Phelps: 261
Rene Donaldson: 269
Joy Sasaki: 270
Debbie Wall: 271
Flight 2
Marlene Weigum: 284
Laura Reeves: 300
Sondra Huff: 303
Jean Devine: 320
Thank you to Ginny Pelton for organizing a fantastic Club Championship Tournament. Special thanks also to Teresa and John in the Golf Shop for all their help.
If you are interested in joining the 18-hole Ladies’ Group, please contact the Golf Shop or reach out to Beth Grady, our membership chair.
