MARCH & APRIL 2020
HILLCREST HIGHLIGHTS
Hillcrest Highlights
BOARD OF OF DIRECTORS DIRECTORS BOARD Secretary President Vice President Past President Treasurer Treasurer
President
Brad Dolson
Bryce Juedes
Lynn Knuth
Dan Griepentrog
Secretary
Kyle Hershberger
Jack Russell
Vice President
Pat Hodge
Past President
Chad Shirk
Doug Kunzman Nikki Sleddens
Joel Lonowski
CLUB STAFF General Manager Zach Tyson Executive Chef Joe Andersen
Golf Course Superintendent Brian Hellbusch
Office Manager Jessica Zimbelman
Golf Director Mike Brown
Events Coordinator Brandy Nielson
Aquatics Director Jeanette Keller
Food & Beverage Director Kyla Bayne
Tennis Director Sam Nelson
Communications & Club Events Coordinator Becca Simley
CONNECT WITH US Clubhouse 402.489.7111
Pro Shop 402.489.8181
Pool 402.489.1840 Tennis hammerheadtennis@gmail.com
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CLUB HOURS OF OPERATION Dining Service Tuesday-Sunday 10:30 AM - 9:00 PM Monday Closed Stag Bar Tuesday & Thursday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Wednesday & Friday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday - Monday Closed*
*Open 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM if course is playable.
VISION STATEMENT We are the preferred private club for creating extraordinary experiences and memorable stories for families and guests.
www.hillcrestcountryclub.com
Pro Shop Tuesday-Sunday 8:00 AM - Dark Monday Closed* *Club service available at 11:30 AM, weather permitting. Course opens at 12:00 PM.
Office Tuesday-Friday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Saturday-Monday Closed
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Board of Directors Secretary
Past President
Dear Membership, Welcome to the amazing 2020 golf season! The spring weather arrived about 45 days earlier than last year and we couldn’t be happier. As you can imagine, this weather has been great for our club! Our members have been making their way out to utilize the golf course and everything our club has to offer. As you too are enjoying the club this spring, be sure to give a warm welcome to all our new families. I regularly mention that it’s a great time to be part of Hillcrest, and these families are a prime example of our members spreading that message. GREAT WORK! Stephen and Nancy Ahl Chad and Erika Allison Pat Bennett Wendy Birdsall and Ellen Weissinger Rick Boucher Rich and Rebecca Buchmann Brantly Jr. and Katie Chavis Alex and Mackenzie Gasper James and Jennifer Heck Mark and Denise Iveland Dave and Linda Knudsen Nate and Dana Kollars Ryan and Patricia Kramer Dennis and Vertrie Kramer Tom and Char Krueger Nathan and April Lamp
Jeremy and Donielle McHugh Dave and Mikaela Meagher Vincent and Jennifer Rea Mark and Sally Read William and Carol Schulte Robert and Margaret Schultz Matt and Jackie Sleddens James and Nancy Snowden Bruce Snyder and Jan Crouch Michael and Julie Sullivan Alex Svehla and Kelsey Svehla-Marshall Chris Thurman Dennis and Arlene Van Horn Andrew and Michelle Van Horn Benson Wallace and Alexandra Riggs
Over the course of the coming months I am still encouraging members to take advantage of the Visionary Preview Program, as this is an amazing opportunity for current members to promote our club and get their friends and family to learn about the club we all love so much. See all the details for this program on the following page. Sincerely,
Zach Tyson
A Message from the General Manager
Zach Tyson
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VISIONARY PREVIEW PROGRAM THE BASICS
Current members are encouraged to be ambassadors of Hillcrest and promote our club. The incentive that current members and potential members receive is a credit to your membership accounts, community growth, and more of your friends to enjoy Hillcrest.
CURRENT MEMBERS EXTEND AN INVITATION
Each member of Hillcrest Country Club will have the opportunity to identify individuals whom they feel will properly embrace the culture of our club and personally extend them an invitation to join Hillcrest Country Club.
THANK YOU REWARDS
PREVIEW & DISCOVER
As a thank you to current members and the new members who successfully join our community, we will be offering monthly credits for 12 months (up to a maximum of $300 per month). Credits for the sponsoring member will commence upon the payment of dues by the new member. Current Member Regular Associate/Junior Social & Junior Social
Credit to Account $70 per month $70 per month $50 per month
Visionary Member Regular Associate/Junior Social & Junior Social
Credit to Account $70 per month $70 per month $50 per month
We would like prospective members to experience first-hand everything we have to offer at Hillcrest Country Club. Our goal is to prove to them they belong here, and that we will do everything we can to make their family feel right at home. Prospective new members will have the privilege of previewing the club through May 31, 2020, without the payment of an initial initiation fee.
INITIATION FEE REDUCTION
CONVENIENT PAYMENT SCHEDULE
If new members decide to purchase their membership on or before April 30, 2020, they will enjoy half priced initiation fees. As of May 1, 2020, the reductions will no longer be available. If the membership is not purchased by April 30, 2020, the preview membership shall continue through April 30, 2021 at which time, the preview relationship shall be terminated, unless the full initiation fee is paid by the end of the preview term. Previewing members choosing to take advantage of the reduced initiation fee on or before April 30, 2020 will be able to pay their initiation fee with a convenient staged payment schedule: Two Payments:
1/2 on or before April 30, 2020 1/2 on or before December 31, 2020
Three Payment: 1/3 on or before April 30, 2020 1/3 on or before August 31, 2020 1/3 on or before December 31, 2020
ACT NOW!
On April 30, 2020, the Visionary Preview Program and all associated benefits will conclude.
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March 17 | March 19-22 March 21 March 25 March 29 April 1 April 5 April 7 April 9 April 11 April 12 April 15 April 20
St. Patrick's Day Specials March Madness Specials Begin Spring Wine Weekend Dad Day 2020 50th Annual Men's Pitch Tournament Kid's Drive-In Movie Eliminator Bracket Reveal Party Palm Sunday Brunch Tuesday Night Ladies Golf Begins The Masters Watch Party Specials Breakfast with the Easter Bunny Grand Easter Buffet Men's Stag Course Closed for Spring Aeration
Save the Dates... May 1 May 2 | May 3
American History Whiskey Tasting Dinner Men's Golf Breakfast Hillcrest Expo/Meet the Pros Golf Demo Day PAGE 5
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Board of Directors Secretary
Past President
Dear Members, There is so much excitement and anticipation in the air this year! It is going to be so awesome to have a new pool to enjoy, and the Olympic Trials will be back in Omaha this summer! It will be especially fun to watch former Waterbug, Caroline Theil, compete in that meet! I hope everyone is having a good school year and that those who are swimming competitively, whether it be club swimming or competing for their high school/college team, are having a successful season. Now is the time to get your younger children into swim lessons so they will be a little safer around the water. The recommended age to start swim team is 6 years old (and swimmers need to be able to swim 25 meters to join the team). Our swim team season is short, so enrolling young competitive swimmers in a pre-season conditioning program or swim lessons will help give your swimmers an early start. Summer is such a busy time with vacations, camps and various opportunities, we always appreciate how our swim and dive team families try to plan to be in town for our Championship Meet. It is a very fun team experience that I hope everyone can enjoy. If your swimmer/diver competes in one regular season meet they are eligible to participate in the Championship Meet. Registration for summer programs will kick off on May 2nd at the Hillcrest Expo & Meet the Pros. We really appreciate everyone who attends registration, and your swimmers will enjoy seeing some of their teachers and coaches there too! Members who sign up for programs on that day will receive two free pool guest passes. Our team suits will be the same as last summer. Please check your team suits and see if you’ll be needing to order a new one for this season. There will be a swimsuit sizing kit available at registration. The order deadline is Sunday, May 10th to ensure that you will have them in time for the first meet. Hope to see you May 2nd! Jeanette Keller
A Message from the Aquatics Director
Jeanette Keller
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Aquatics Calendar Mark your summer calendars now! May 2 May 22 May 23 May 26 | June 1 | June 7 June 8 June 11 June 15 | June 18 June 21
Hillcrest Expo/Meet the Pros Pool Grand Opening Pre-Season Swim Team Clinic Swim Team Practice Begins Dive Clinic Week Session 1 Group Swim Lessons Begin Dive Team Practice Begins Out of School Pool Party Swim Meet Dive Meet Session 2 Group Swim Lessons Begin Swim Meet Dive Meet Father's Day Cardboard Boat Race
June 22 June 25 June 29 | July 2 July 4 July 6 | July 13 July 14 July 16 July 19 July 20 August 9
Swim Meet Dive Meet Swim Team Clinic Week Swim Meet Dive Meet 4th of July Celebration Session 3 Group Swim Lessons Begin Swim Meet Rain Date Championship Swim Meet Team Pizza Party Championship Dive Meet Swim & Dive Team Banquet Session 4 Group Swim Lessons Begin Back to School Party
From the Tennis Department...
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Past President
SPRING HAS SPRUNG! As I write this message, the weather in late February is feeling like golf temps are here to stay...let’s hope so. I’m sure you are as eager as we are to get out on the golf course and enjoy everything Hillcrest has to offer. In early March our new fleet of Club Car Tempo model golf carts will be delivered. We are excited for you to enjoy the new features that include custom seats, updated body style, and convenient driver's-side duel sand bottles with passenger side coolers. The popular USB port and windshield will also be standard on these new models. Get ready, these new seats are AWESOME! Remember the annual cart lease is a convenient and affordable way to enhance your golfing experience. Your golf staff will be happy to answer any questions you may have about the cart lease program. New golf merchandise is arriving daily, and we are proud to offer golf’s finest products and equipment. In April we have scheduled Callaway, Mizuno and Ping fitting days for those who wish to be custom fit for clubs. Please see the scheduled dates in this edition of the Highlights and call the golf shop for your appointment. If you cannot attend a fitting day, not to worry...our popular all-vendor Demo Day will held Sunday, May 3rd from 2PM to 6PM. Also, your PGA golf professionals are certified fitters and will be available by appointment for all your custom equipment needs. Please give Mike or Sonya call. As a friendly reminder to our members, Hillcrest can be your “one stop shop” for corporate gifts orders. Please contact Sonya Freese and she will be happy to assist you in ordering that perfect gift, such as logo golf balls, logo caps, polos or those unique gift ideas. We offer competitive pricing and access to a wide variety of custom gift options. Hillcrest would love to earn your corporate business. With the event season approaching, please take time to review our Hillcrest Event Calendar to plan your summer of fun at Hillcrest. To sign up for events, members may call the Pro Shop and we will be happy assist you or use the Golf Genius System for added convenience. Finally, I want to extend a very special congratulations to Sonya Freese, who has been promoted to Head PGA Golf Professional. Sonya displays her joy for this business and love of Hillcrest everyday I’m around her. She will do a fantastic job in her new role and I feel fortunate to have her on the golf staff at Hillcrest. Congratulations, Sonya! Sincerely, Mike Brown
A Message from the Golf Director
Mike Brown
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NEW COURSE HANDICAP ALLOCATION FOR 2020 With the New World Handicap System coming online, the USGA has recommended that clubs review their handicap allocations to ensure they are relevant. As part of this new process, the Nebraska Golf Association has recommended an updated Handicap Allocation for our course. Following
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About the Cover Photo... "Lee and Anne Hendry joined Hillcrest in the mid to late 1950s (my parents, my two older sisters and I enjoyed the swimming pool and golf course so much)! I learned to swim and golf at Hillcrest when I was in grade school. I still remember the 'famous' Bunny Richards telling me during my first golf lesson that he wanted me to golf right-handed (despite being left-handed). He explained that it would help having a stronger left arm because that is where your power comes from...plus right-handed clubs were more available at that time. So, I did learn to play right-handed...not sure that I ever lived up to Bunny’s goals for me since I always preferred to swim with my friends rather than golf...haha! When Jim and I started dating, he too spent time at Hillcrest with my family and we even had our wedding reception at Hillcrest in November of 1971. We remember fondly attending many couples’ golfing events back in the '70s and '80s followed by a dinner/dance with a live band...those were the days! The golf clubs that are pictured were my Dad’s (Lee Hendry) clubs from the early 1950s that we discovered in a closet in his garage...complete with Gary Player golf balls, clubs with wooden shafts, leather suede club covers, old score cards and Bunny Richards Hillcrest tags. Jim was so pleased with the 'find' that he had to take them out one day (in honor of Dad) to show them off and try to play with them. Jim learned quickly that his 'new' clubs worked much better than Dad’s 'old' clubs but it was definitely worth a trip down memory lane!" - Janie (Hendry) Dobler
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