June 2018 Newsletter

June 2018 Newsletter

T H E BULLETIN

JUNE 2018

a newsletter for members of the wilmington country club

OFFICERS

PRESIDENT GaryW. Ferguson

VICE PRESIDENT Melissa Riegel

TREASURER John S.Wellons

SECRETARY Thomas C. Humphrey

DIRECTORS

CLASS OF 2018 D. Michael Gioffre, Jr. Cameron B. McDonald John C. Richmond Edward A.Tarlov MarthaWhite CLASS OF 2019 Richard D. Cates Kimberly A. Ciconte J. Brinton Detwiler Megan S. Greenberg William B. Harman, Jr. Laura Lubin Rossi David E.Wilks Edward K.Wissing HONORARY DIRECTORS Joseph F. Hacker, III Richard H. Keller

ADVISORY DIRECTORS

Robert G. Hackett, Jr. Calvert A. Morgan, Jr. Pierre duPont Hayward

Allen M.Terrell, Jr. John F. Porter, III

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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE Maintaining exceptional service is absolutely a main goal of your Board of Directors and Management team, and I am grateful when our members share both the positive and negative feedback about their experiences at the Club. By doing so we can focus on areas where we can improve as well as capitalize on the many areas of success. One of the main determinates of the quality of service we experience is having the right number of qualified and trained staff. Like many other business in the service industry, Wilmington Country Club struggles with recruiting and retaining employees. As of writing this message, we have only been able to fill 10 out of 28 seasonal positions in the Grounds Department, making it extremely difficult to keep up with daily tasks and requiring unnecessary prioritization of projects on the golf courses and grounds. On the weekend mornings, we frequently “run out” of caddies and throughout the year look to adequately fill positions and train employees in all areas of food and beverage.The shortage of qualified candidates is a reflection of a national problem; there are just not enough people that are interested and willing to work in the service industry. We work to address this labor shortage by creative recruiting and making sure we are providing competitive wages and benefits. We also strive to be a great place to work, which is the main focus of the management team. This is also an area where our members play an important role. The interaction with our members often determines employee satisfaction and retention. It is important that we all follow the principles of member conduct when interacting with staff, particularly the principles of courtesy and respect. Please remember that many of our staff are new to Wilmington Country Club and their job. If you do have an experience with the level of service or performance of a staff member that is less than expected, please bring it to the attention of a manager as soon as possible. It is not our role but the role of management to use these opportunities to coach, or if necessary, discipline staff. In addition, we encourage you to also share any exceptional experiences you have had around the Club so we may recognize those for a job well done.Your support is appreciated. Gary Ferguson President

TABLE OF CONTENTS A NOTE FROM PHIL 4 MEMBERSHIP 5 DINING & SOCIAL 6 FEATURED EVENTS 8 BRIDGE & BOOK CLUB 14 GROUNDS 16 GOLF 18 RACQUETS 24 FITNESS 28

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A NOTE FROM PHIL

June Greetings! I won’t even try to spin how this year has started. The weather has had quite an unfavorable impact on your use. We need to change that. Accordingly, the plan for the month is a simple one - “Come, Use, Enjoy, Repeat.” When you take a look at the calendar in this issue of the Bulletin, you will see that we

During the summer season, members are once again asked to consider their venue when determining where to park. Golfers are asked to utilize the main parking lot in an attempt to keep the upper lot available for families. This way, children won’t have to make the dangerous trek through the busy parking lot on their way to the pool. Whether walking or driving, please exercise extreme caution when in the parking lots. The opportunity for a tragedy is always present.This month’s final safety thoughts relate to golf cart traffic…and there are two components. First, if you are driving a cart through the parking lots, please follow the appropriate flow of traffic and also be especially aware of automobiles.The second is if you find it necessary to drive a cart in areas around the pool and tennis courts, please be reminded that during the summer, these paths are walkways where pedestrians have right of way. If you really need to take a cart in this area, please drive slowly, recognizing the reality that a youngster may dart in front of you at any moment. As the Club gets busy for the summer, we also tend to experience an increase in minor rule infractions. These are generally nuisance issues like cell phone usage and folks wearing clothes that aren’t really appropriate for their particular choice of venue.On the subject of appropriate attire, it seems there are a few fashion trends that don’t comply with your Club’s standards. For example, apparently you can now pay extra to get jeans with holes in them. Regardless of the cost, clothes that are torn or ripped aren’t welcome. Please take a moment to brush up on these and all other expectations if any of this seems new to you. June has something for everyone! Come out and enjoy all that your Club has to offer . . .

have developed many opportunities for you to do just that. June is referred to as the “heart of the season” and the Club will really start to get busy. The monthly schedule is packed with activities and events: Lobster Night and Father’s Day; Golf Events galore; Tennis and Fitness; Bocce and Pickleball as well as a full swimming schedule including a Raft/Movie Night on the 22nd. Information on each of these opportunities to use your Club is contained in this month’s edition. Take a moment to review and get ready to enjoy the summer! It wouldn’t be June without taking a few moments to offer some reminders about safe use of your Club.There are a number of topics that fall into this category, so let’s take them one at a time. First, parents and grandparents are reminded of the Club rule that states: “Children under the age of 10 may not be left at the Club unsupervised at any time”. While this seems very clear, let’s expand a bit on the expectation.That is, that an adult or person of responsibility is expected to be in the physical presence of young children whenever they use the Club. Children under the age of 10 should not be allowed to “explore” on their own. A FAQ relating to this is, “Can a child over the age of 10 qualify as a person of responsibility?” The short answer is, it depends. The person of responsibility has to be able to effect a positive change in behavior, if necessary. That is sometimes a difficult threshold, especially for siblings.

Thanks for reading and I look forward to seeing you at your Club.

Phil Iannelli General Manager

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MEMBERSHIP

JUNE EMPLOYEE MILESTONES

Summer is finally upon us and the following upcoming events provide a perfect opportunity to showcase your Club to friends and family considering membership. June 22nd – Movie Raft Night at the Pool featuring “Ferdinand” June 22nd – Friday Night Lights “Bocce, Pickleball and Croquet” June 27th – Lobster Night June 29th – Adult Summer Party “A Night in Nantucket” As always, if you have any questions regarding the proposal process, call or email Meghan Spero (302) 655-6171 or [email protected]. She can discuss tools at your disposal and will connect you with individuals on Membership Development that can assist. Melissa Riegel Membership Committee, Chair

Ed McQuillin Director of Racquets 31Years

Scott Verchick Senior Equipment

Manager 30Years

Please welcome the following new members when you see them at the Club.

Gustavo Herrera Assistant Garde Manger 16Years

NEWLY ELECTED MEMBER

Victor Pavolic Bartender 12Years

Frederick & Debra Crowley

Joanna Michell Kayiaros

Dr. J. Daniel Robb

Christine Jordan Clubhouse Manager 7Years

NEWLY ELECTED JUNIOR MEMBERS Benjamin Crain, Sophie Crain, Dakota Crowley, Dallas Crowley

Babe Arden Racquet Shop Manager 4Years

JUNE MEMBER MILESTONES

Mrs. Hallie Olivere Biden Mr.William Biordi Mr. Donald G. MacKelcan 15 Mrs. Margaret M. MacKelcan 15 Mr. Lawrence C. Ashby 15 Mr. Matthew B. Swanson 20 Mrs. Elizabeth Anderson 25 Mrs. Joan Isken 25 Mr. Francis J. Schanne 25 Mr.Theodore H. Dwyer, Jr. 30 Miss Caroline K. Jenney 30 Mr. Lawrence I. Zutz 30 Mrs. Joyce Zutz 30 Mr. Christopher Buccini 35 Mr. Robert E. Buccini 35 Mrs. Eleanore Dick 35 Mrs. Carol M. Hunt 35 15 15

Mrs. Patricia McGrail Mrs. Frances Whyte Mr. James A. Erisman Ms. Mary L. Henderer Mr. Frank T. Hendry, Jr. Mrs. Nola Hendry Mr. Peter K. Moran, Jr. Mr. John M. Murray, II Mr. Ernest J. Rivet Mrs. Denise Schwartz Dr. Daniel D.Truono Mr. Mark A.Truono Mr. Charles L. Copeland Mrs. Barbara C. du Pont Mr. Andrew M. Jefferson Mrs. Patsy Bussard Mr. Richard L. Sutton

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Jacob Groce Assistant Tennis Professional 1Year

Sergio Saldivar Cook 1Year

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FOOD SERVICE HOURS

TAVERN/GRILLE WEEKLY SPECIALS

MONDAY No Clubhouse Food Service Hut: Opens at 5:00 pm TUESDAY Dining Room: Closed Tavern/Grille: 11:30 am - 9:00 pm

MAY 29TH THROUGH JUNE 3RD Grilled Chicken & Eggplant Parmesan over Spaghetti, Garlic Bread

Pub37: Opens at 10:45 am Café: Opens at 11:00 am Hut: Closed

JUNE 5TH THROUGH JUNE 10TH Roast Turkey Breast with Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Green Vegetable, Cranberry Relish

WEDNESDAY Dining Room: Closed Tavern/Grille: 11:30 am - 9:00 pm

Pub37: Opens at 10:45 am Café: Opens at 11:00 am Hut: Closed

JUNE 12TH THROUGH JUNE 17TH Beef Tenderloin Tips, Onions, Peppers, & Mushrooms over Rice Pilaf

THURSDAY Dining Room: 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Tavern/Grille: 11:30 am - 9:00 pm

Pub37: Opens at 10:45 am Café: Opens at 11:00 am Hut: Closed

JUNE 19TH THROUGH JUNE 24TH Swedish Meatballs over Buttered Parsley Noodles

FRIDAY Dining Room: 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm Tavern/Grille: 11:30 am - 9:30 pm

JUNE 26TH THROUGH JULY 1ST Fried Chicken with Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Choice of Green Beans or Cole Slaw --- Specials cost $13.95 and include choice of soup or salad. Reservations in the Tavern/Grille for parties of 5 or more are appreciated.

Pub37: Opens at 10:45 am Café: Opens at 11:00 am Hut: Opens at 5:00 pm

SATURDAY Dining Room: 6:00 pm - 9:30 pm Tavern/Grille: 11:30 am - 9:30 pm

Pub37: Opens at 10:45 am Café: Opens at 11:00 am Hut: Closed

Reservation Cancellation Policy If you have made a reservation for the Dining Room or a Club function and are unable to attend, please take a moment to call and cancel. This simple gesture may make it possible for another member who wants to attend to do so. Dining Room Attire Jackets, but not ties, are required for gentlemen on Thursday evenings. Ties are required on Friday and Saturday evenings.

SUNDAY Dining Room: Closed Tavern/Grille: 10:30 am - 8:00 pm

Pub37: Opens at 10:45 am Café: Opens at 11:00 am Hut: Closed

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"DRINKING OUTSIDE OF THE BOX"

This month we are featuring some wines off the beaten path. They are “drinking outside of the box” wines.

DOMAINE LAFAGE “BASTIDE MIRAFLORS”, COTES CATALANES 2015 $7.50/Glass $25.00/Bottle Most wine drinkers are into ratings these days and this beauty garnered scores in the mid 90’s from many well-respected wine reviewers and is available to you at $7.50 a glass! It’s time to taste and enjoy some wonderful wines and “drink outside of the box”. A custom cuvée from European Cellars and a joint project between Eric Solomon and Jean-Marc Lafage, Bastide Miraflors is a cuvée created from Grenache grown on rocky, alluvial clay soils resembling those of the RhôneValley combined with Syrah grown on schist in the village of Maury. Very aromatic with notes of melon and white fruits on the nose. On the palate it is balanced displaying medium body and a nice crisp freshness. Pairs well with simple tapas and grilled squid. Herencia Altes looks for a range of Garnatxa vines, some very old, others younger, to achieve complexity and balance. Of key importance is picking the grapes before the natural acidity is lost (the white wines have no acidity added!). A short maceration on the skins is followed by pressing and fermentation. The wines spend two months on fine lees to gain texture and complexity. HERENCIA ALTES GARNATXA (GARNACHA) BLANCA $7.00/Glass $25.00/Bottle

YARD DOG RED, SOUTH AUSTRALIA 2016 $7.00/Glass $25.00/Bottle

“WithYard Dog, our winemakers aim for the classic Bordeaux blend – that is Cabernet with Merlot – but, as with all true Aussies, the winemaker is not one to stick to the standard blend. So, within the mix you’ll find the added benefits of Petit Verdot, a grape that's somewhat lost in popularity in Bordeaux circles. But we're here to champion the underdog.” This Bordeaux style wine is composed of 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Petit Verdot and 10% Merlot.

SANGRIA FOR THE SUMMER! $7.50/Glass

Little is known about the origins of this Spanish drink. According to the SAGE Encyclopedia of Alcohol, sangria's origins "cannot be pinpointed exactly, but early versions were popular in Spain, Greece, and England.The term sangria dates to the 18th century. It is generally believed to have been taken from the Spanish sangre (blood), in reference to the red color of the drink. Red and white sangria will be featured at theTavern Bar and in the Pub. Both red and white are refreshing aperitifs for the warmer summer months and also pair well with much of Chef ’s warm weather cuisine.

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WILMINGTON COUNTRY CLUB SUNDAY, JUNE 17TH FATHER’S DAY BRUNCH BUFFET 10:30 AM DINNER SPECIAL STARTING AT 5:00 PM

WILMINGTON COUNTRY CLUB FRIDAY, JUNE 22ND MOVIE RAFT NIGHT: FERDINAND MOVIE STARTS AT DUSK

Celebrate Dad with us all day in the Tavern & Grille!

Brunch Buffet: Eggs Benedict, Bacon, Sausage, Scrapple, Home Fried Potatoes, Sautéed Chicken Breast, Sea Bass, French Toast, Omelet Station, Variety of Cold Salads, Assorted Pastries Dinner Special: Iceberg Wedge Salad, 12oz. Grilled Rib Eye Steak, Choice of Potato, Asparagus, Hot Fudge Brownie Sundae

Poolside Café open late for drinks & snacks.

WILMINGTON COUNTRY CLUB FRIDAY, JUNE 29TH “A NIGHT IN NANTUCKET” ADULT SUMMER CELEBRATION 6:30 PM BALLROOM PATIO

WILMINGTON COUNTRY CLUB WEDNESDAY, JUNE 2 7TH LOBSTER NIGHT 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM DINING ROOM

4 Course Maine Lobster Dinner $42/Person

$25/Person - Guests Welcome!

Jacket required for gentlemen, ties optional. Make your reservation with the Front Desk (302) 655-6171.

Full Chit Bar, Food Stations, & Music Casual Cape Cod Attire

RSVP by calling the Front Desk (302) 655-6171

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DE State Men’s Tennis Tournament Pool Opens for the Season TopYour Own Pizza All Day in the Café!

Happy Hour 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Pub37 “Friday Night Fits” 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Driving Range Mixed Cardio TeamTennis 6:00 pm

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Sign Ups Begin July Member-Guest DE State Men’s Tennis Tournament Finals TopYour Own Pizza All Day in the Café!

Happy Hour 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Pub37 Mixed 2-Ball Qualifying Begins North Course

Thursday Bridge 9:30 am 9-Holers Twilight 5:00 pm Front North Swim Parents Orientation Meeting 5:00 pm – 5:30 pm Time Trials

Montchanin Bridge 12:30 pm Junior Tennis & Squash Clinics & Camps Begin Private Tennis Outing

WCC Book Club 4:00 pm Ladies’ Lounge Wilmington Invitational 8:30 am South Course Tuesday League: Pickleball & Bocce

No Clubhouse Food Service Hut Open 5:00 pm Private Golf/Tennis Outing Sr. Club Championship Match Play Rd. 2 Begins North Course

Sr. Club Championship Match Play Rd. 1 Ends North Course

6:00 pm The Hut

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82nd Invitational 9:00 am, 11:30 am, 3:00 pm Playoff South Course TopYour Own Pizza All Day in the Café!

Happy Hour 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Pub37 82nd Invitational 7:30 am - 3:20 pm Crossover South Course DE State Junior Tournament (L7)

Thursday Bridge 9:30 am

Montchanin Bridge 12:30 pm 9-Holers Better Ball of Partners 9:00 am Back South Juniors 10 & Under Tournament

18-Holers Sr./Super Sr. 8:30 am North Course & Luncheon President’s Cup Rd. 2 Begins South Course Junior Tennis Club Championships Begin DE State Junior Tournament (L7) Tuesday League: Pickleball & Bocce 18-Hole Ladies’ Member-Guest 12:00 pm South Course Wilmington Clay Court Junior Tournament (L6) Tuesday League: Pickleball & Bocce 6:00 pm The Hut Swim Meet Lane vs Team 52 at Greenville 18-Holers 1, 2, 3 BB 8:30 am North Course Wilmington Clay Court Junior Tournament (L6) Tuesday League: Pickleball & Bocce 6:00 pm The Hut Swim Meet WCC at Greenville 6:00 pm The Hut

No Clubhouse Food Service Hut Open 5:00 pm

Mixed Twilight 5:00 pm Front North President’s Cup Rd. 1 Ends South Course

82nd Invitational Practice Rounds 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm Crossover South Course DE State Junior Tournament (L7) PXG Demo Day 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Private Outing South Course Junior Sports Camps Begin

DE State Junior Tournament (L7)

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Wilmington Clay Court Junior Tournament (L6) Summer Solstice Squash Classic Farm to Table 6:30 pm Cocktails 7:00 pm Dinner TopYour Own Pizza All Day in the Café!

Happy Hour 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Pub37 Junior Tennis Finals Movie Raft Night “Ferdinand” at Dusk Wilmington Clay Court Junior Tournament (L6) Friday Night Lights

Thursday Bridge 9:30 am Wilmington Clay Court Junior Tournament (L6)

Montchanin Bridge 12:30 pm 9-Holers 3 Clubs & a Putter 9:00 am Front North Quadtine Procedure South Course Wilmington Clay Court Junior Tournament (L6) Swim Meet Tatnall vs Team 52 at WCC Montchanin Bridge 12:30 pm 9-Holers Step Aside Scramble 9:00 am Front South Ladies’ Tennis Member-Guest Wilmington Clay Court Junior Tournament (L6) Lobster Night 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Dining Room

No Clubhouse Food Service Hut Open 5:00 pm Wilmington Clay Court Junior Tournament (L6)

82nd Invitational Couples Golf Father’s Day Brunch Buffet 10:30 am Tavern & Grille Father’s Day Dinner Special Starting at 5:00 pm

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Happy Hour 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Pub37 9-19 BAG Day 1:00 pm North Course Junior Tennis Finals Wilmington Clay Court Junior Tournament (L6) Summer Party “Night in Nantucket” 6:30 pm Ballroom Patio

Thursday Bridge 9:30 am Wilmington Clay Court Junior Tournament (L6) Swim Meet Greenville atWCC

No Clubhouse Food Service

BBOP Rd. 1 Ends North Course Sr. Club Championship Match Play Rd. 2 Ends North Course Sr./Super Sr. Handicap Rd. 1 Ends North Course Mixed 2-Ball Qualifying Ends North Course Wilmington Clay Court Junior Tournament (L6) Summer Solstice Squash Classic

Hut Open 5:00 pm BBOP Rd. 2 Begins North Course Sr. Club Championship Match Play Quarterfinals Begin North Course Sr./Super Sr. Handicap Rd. 2 Begins North Course Mixed 2-Ball Rd. 1 Begins North Course Wilmington Clay Court Junior Tournament (L6)

TopYour Own Pizza All Day in the Café!

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FOURTH OF JULY at Wilmington Country Club WEDNESDAY, JULY 4TH, 6:00 PM Dinner Buffet Sweet Treats Pony Rides Face Painting Music Inflatables Games Fireworks! $38.00 ADULTS / $18.50 CHILDREN UNDER 12 Casual attire. Limited seating available - we suggest you bring lawn chairs and/or blankets. Reservations are a must. Attendance is for members and their families only. Please call the Front Desk (302) 655-6171. Food service is available until 4:00 pm.The Hut will be closed all day.

DID YOU KNOW?

The entirety of Wilmington Country Club is 335 acres.

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The stone used on the new outdoor fireplace is from the original farmhouse.

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50% of our new members join with no other club affiliation!

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Barbara Henderson is the longest tenured staff member with 34 years of continuous service.

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We served 4,200 pizzas since opening Café 1901.

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Mowing both golf courses and practice putting greens is over 100 miles.

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There are 86 bunkers on each course, total of 172.

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The Golf Shop has a new female PGA Professional this summer along with three Professional Golf Management (PGM) students.

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The Golf Shop carries 35 lines of apparel in stock and has accounts with over 60 vendors.

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WCC Members used 3,798 indoor tennis court times representing 15,192 member plays this past indoor tennis season.

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2018 class of Wilmington Country Club would like to congratulate the Class of 2018 high school and college graduates. Best of luck! Grace M. Stout , Mount Aviat Academy - Padua Academy Delaney Golian ,Westfield HS - Cornell University Aidan Michael Riley , Salesianum HS - University of Delaware Chase Kennedy Moran , St. Mark's HS - LA Film School Lillie Ashley , Cab Calloway - College of Charleston Anne Abramczyk ,Tower Hill - NewYork University TISCH Harrison Haque Craig , Middlesex School - Southern Methodist University JamieWenzel , Unionville HS - Appalachian State University Julia C. Smith ,Tower Hill - Davidson College Allison P. Smith ,Tower Hill - Columbia University Landon Reese ,Tower Hill - Wofford College Lexi Anne Taylor , International Baccalaureate Program at Mount Pleasant HS Anthony Macha , Salesianum HS - Texas Christian University Austin Macha , Salesianum HS - Virginia Tech Cameron Cucuzzella ,Tower Hill - Duke University Richard Attix ,Tower Hill - University of South Carolina Elena Attix ,Tower Hill - University of South Carolina James McLaughlin , Archmere Academy - University of Delaware Jaclyn McLaughlin , Archmere Academy - High Point University Abby Carpenter ,Tower Hill - University of Tennessee Logan Carpenter , Sanford - University of South Carolina Cameron Petrillo , Kennett HS - Drexel University

2018 class of Aldred Russo , Avon Grove HS - The College of Charleston Anna Stover , Archmere Academy - University of Pittsburgh Ellen Zammarchi ,Tatnall - Lafayette College Ryan Fischer ,Wilmington Friends School - University of Southern California Anna Erskine ,Wilmington Friends School - University of Richmond Gavin Brezski , Unionville HS - St. Joseph's University Alexis C. Ryan , University of Delaware / Speech Therapy Dwyer Tschantz , Cornell University Jennifer Davis ,Yale University Angus Patrick Maloney , University of Delaware ChazWenzel , Penn State University Smeal College of Business / Finance Christman Henderer , Colby College

Will Christopher Hix ,Villanova University / School of Engineering Emma Claire Field , University of Delaware / Civil Engineering Francis Field , University of Delaware / Computer Engineering Christopher Lee Damon , University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill / Finance - University of Southern California Gould School of Law Jack Nutting , Quinnipiac University - University of Delaware / Masters Degree in Hospitality Business Management Daniel R. McFadden Jr. , University of Notre Dame / Bachelor of Business Administration, Finance Meredith Saunders , University of Texas McCombs School of Business

Bobbie Atkins , Penn State / Public Relations and Advertising Arthur Guild "Gil" Connolly IV, Bates College / Bachelor of Arts

BOOK CLUB Our Tuesday, June 5th selection is Once We Were Brothers , Ronald H. Balson’s legal thriller which deals with two boys raised as brothers who find themselves caught up on opposite sides of the Holocaust in war torn Poland. Sixty years pass, and a wealthy Chicago businessman and philanthropist is accused of being a Nazi war criminal by an elderly Holocaust survivor. The city is shocked for this man, Elliot Rosenzweig, has been an esteemed member of society and has evidence he was a Holocaust victim himself. However, the accuser, Ben Solomon, is sure he is right and hires an attorney to prove that Rosenzweig is really a Nazi and SS executioner and also the man who betrayed Soloman’s family and stole their wealth. In twists and turns, the plot revolves around the lawyer, the accuser and the accused whose guilt or innocence must be proved.This is a moving tale of power, suffering, love and redemption. Join us on the 5th at 4:00 pm in the Ladies’ Locker Room as Nancy Goodridge leads the discussion of this powerful story that lawyers have praised for its authentic and compelling legal scenes. Our July selection is Graham Moore’s historic novel, The Last Days of Night , which takes us back to the late 19th century when gas lamps were lighting our streets and the so-called electricity wars were being fought between rival inventors,Thomas Edison and GeorgeWestinghouse, to control the electrification of America. Add Nikola Tesla, an eccentric brilliant inventor, Agnes Huntington, a beautiful opera singer, Paul Cravath,Westinghouse’s young, untested lawyer, and J.P. Morgan who is supporting Edison, and you have a fantastic read.

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THURSDAY BRIDGE NEWS Need a partner? Call Mary Jo Fidance (652-5570) and leave a message stating the date you need a partner! THURSDAY MORNINGS - 9:30 AM

Louise Roselle, Chair, (302) 421-3603 Ginny Kuhn,Vice-Chair, (302) 656-3801 Lou Ann Carter, Bridge Manager, (302) 652-6709

MONTCHANIN SOCIAL DUPLICATE BRIDGE WEDNESDAYS Lunch Buffet - 12:30 pm Bridge - 1:00 pm to 3:30 pm If you are interested in joining our group or have any questions, please call Marina Tarlov at 658-1532.

June 14th : Swiss Team Game August 16th : Swiss Team Game

APRIL 19TH First Place: North - South Section A & B: Diana Terrell - Allen Terrell First Place: East - West Section A: Susan Herrmann - Mary Kunkemueller Section B: ChristaWalker - Joanne Bahr Section C: Joan Connolly - Candy DiSabatino APRIL 26TH First Place: North - South Section A & B: Marion Borden - Toni Battaglia First Place: East - West Section A & B: Mary Kunkemueller - Carroll Shannon MAY 3RD First Place: North - South Section A: Judy Jackson - Carl DeMartino Section B: Mary Kunkemueller - Theo Corroon (Guest) First Place: East - West Section A & B: Edythe Mendolia - AnneWattman MAY 10TH First Place: North - South Section A & B: Eleanor Maroney (Guest) - Eleanor Brown First Place: East - West Section A & B: Mary Jo Fidance - Judy Chapman (Guest) Section C: Nancy Barlow - Bill Barlow MAY 17TH - PRO AM First Place: North - South Section A & B: ChristaWalker - Diana Terrell First Place: East - West Section A & B: Mary Jo Fidance - Eleanor Brown

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RAISING A FAIRWAY SPRINKLER Beginning in 2012, we committed to a sand topdressing program on A NOTE FROM GROUNDS

These swing joints are designed to be able to move a few inches up or down to adjust exact depth. Once enough of the swing joint is exposed, we can simply lift the sprinkler up to the appropriate height. Using a piece of 2” x 4” wood to ensure the top of the sprinkler sits even with surface level, we pack the soil from the hole around the sprinkler. Adding a few inches of soil at a time and tamping to compact provides a firm base underneath the sprinkler to make sure it does not sink to its’ original grade. Once all the soil is compacted back around the sprinkler, the turf that was first removed is put back into place and lightly tamped to level, leaving the area ready for play. The squares where the turf was cut will be visible for three to four weeks as they heal back together. Naturally, we hope that every time we embark on raising a sprinkler head it goes smoothly as described, but that is not always the case. The reality of dealing with a 27-year- old irrigation system is that sometimes we dig up things that can significantly complicate the procedure. The white quick coupling valves, which we use to connect our hand watering hose into the irrigation system and are located next to some of the sprinklers in the center of fairways, are a perfect and repeatable example. Thirty years ago, around the time our irrigation system was originally installed, it was common to use metal pipe for the swing joints that connect the quick couplers to the underground pipe, as opposed to the plastic of the sprinklers. Unfortunately, most metals sitting in the wet ground corrode over time and connections that were intended to be able to move (swing) no longer do without breaking. In this situation, the entire metal swing joint requires replacement with new PVC plastic. An added feature of this repair is that some, or occasionally all, of the fairway piping must be isolated and drained so that the work can be completed. The point to be made here is that we recognize the problem and will address it as a priority item as time and manpower are available. Over the past several years we have accomplished the same for all sprinklers surrounding greens on both courses by either raising or totally replacing them, a total of almost 800 heads. So it may take a considerable length of time to do but we will get started soon. Dan Pierson Director of Grounds

the fairways of the South Course. Over the six years of continuous seasonal application the collective results have proven to perform successfully in several areas of anticipated improvement. At this point in time we are reaching the three to four-inch accumulation stage that was deemed to be the

first significant measurement of a dedicated “sand capping” program. Overall, we can appreciate the results of smoother, dryer, and firmer conditions that benefit plant health, play presentation, and overall player enjoyment. As may also be inevitable with almost any “new” program, there can be side effects that are not necessarily positive and will very likely need separate attention as our initial goals are achieved. One good case in point can be witnessed within our fairway irrigation sprinkler system. Other than functioning in the critical role of water delivery, our irrigation sprinklers long ago became an added opportunity to provide players with yardage information. The old 150-yard bush was not enough. Even though the modern range finders of today are being found to be more reliable, many golfers still search out the sprinklers for yardage information. Considering the fact our yardage marker inventory list is over 1,200 caps, servicing them simply in terms of correct yardage on a continual basis has proven a challenging and time-consuming part of our maintenance duties. It has come time to service them to a far greater degree, because of the top-dressing program. That being physically raising them up to a proper level only slightly below surface grade. The process of raising low sprinkler heads on fairways is straight forward in theory. We begin by removing the turf surrounding the sprinkler to expose the underlying soil. Using smaller trenching shovels, we dig down all around the sprinkler to expose the entire sprinkler and “swing joint” which in most cases are of total plastic design. These two facets form the vertical portion and the connection to the deeper water lines running horizontally under the fairways.

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NEWS FROM THE GOLF SHOP

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JUNE GOLF EVENTS Friday, June 1st : Friday Night Fits (5:00 pm – 7:00 pm) Sunday, June 3rd : XXIO Experience Day (11:00 am – 4:00 pm) Monday, June 4th : Private Outing (South Course) Monday, June 4th : Senior Club Championship Match Play – Round 2 Begins (North Course) Tuesday, June 5th : Ladies' Wilmington Invitational (8:30 am South Course) Thursday, June 7th : U.S. Kids Demo Day (4:00 pm – 6:00 pm) Friday, June 8th : Mixed Two-Ball Qualifying Begins (North Course) Friday, June 8th : Callaway Demo Day (12:00 pm – 4:00 pm) Friday, June 8th : Friday Night Fits (5:00 pm – 7:00 pm) Sunday, June 10th : Mixed Twilight (5:00 pm North Course) Sunday, June 10th : PGA Junior League Match (2:00 pm North Course) Monday, June 11th : Private Outing (South Course) Tuesday, June 12th : President’s Cup – Round 2 Begins (North Course) Tuesday, June 12th : Ladies’ Sr./Super Senior (8:30 am North Course) Thursday, June 14th : PXG Demo Day (10:00 am – 2:00 pm) Thursday, June 14th : 82nd Men’s Invitational Practice Rounds (South Course) Friday, June 15th - Saturday, June 16th : 82nd Men’s Invitational (South Course) Sunday, June 17th : 82nd Invitational Couples Golf Tuesday, June 19th : Ladies’ Member Guest (12:30 pm South Course) Monday, June 25th : PGA Junior League Match (3:00 pm North Course) Monday, June 25th : Mixed Two-Ball – Round 1 Begins (North Course) Monday, June 25th : Men’s Better Ball of Partners – Round 2 Begins (South Course) Monday, June 25th : Men’s Sr./Super Sr. – Round 2 Begins (North Course) Monday, June 25th : Senior Club Championship Match Play – Round 3 Begins (North Course) Friday. June 29th : 9-19er BAG Day (1:00 pm North Course)

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MEET THE NEW GOLF STAFF LAUREN STRONG, PGA Lauren is originally from Michigan and a graduate of the Ferris State Professional Golf Management program. She worked last summer at Inverness Club in Toledo, Ohio and spent the winter at TPC Sawgrass in Jacksonville. She also worked at the Masters this year. TYLER COHEN Tyler is a senior in the Professional Golf Management program at Penn State. He is originally from Boston and did his previous internships at Chicago Golf Club, Crooked Stick, and Boston Golf Club MATT DAVIS Matt is a first year student in the Professional Golf Management program at Penn State. He is originally from Doylestown, Pennsylvania. ANDREW HEWITT Andrew is a sophomore in the Professional Golf Management program at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore. He worked last summer at Radley Run and previously spent five summers working at Hartefeld National. GOLF RESULTS MAY MEMBER-GUEST RESULTS

Pictured L to R: Kris Kuhner, Brian Corbet, Jamie Jenney, Dan McGee

MEN’S TWILIGHT LEAGUE RESULTS

The team of Bob Aerenson, Mark Aitken, Ron Olivere, Peter Thomson, Michael Petrillo, John McDonnell, Brad Mitchell, Chris Tigani, Jim Pacini, Bryan Keen and Sheldon Sandler emerged as champions with a victory margin of 5.5 points. Congratulations and enjoy the victory!

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NEWS FROM THE GOLF SHOP MIXED TWO-BALL CHAMPIONSHIP QUALIFYING The defending champions of Tom Mester and Martha White will be looking to defend their title following the qualification process of the Mixed Two-Ball Championship on the North Course. The qualification process begins on June 8th and ends on June 24th.When qualifying, teams will play the chapman format. In the chapman format, both players tee off, then they switch balls. Player A plays Player B's drive, and vice-versa. Each player hits his second shot and selects the better of the second shots. From that point until the ball is holed they play only one ball in an alternate shot format. Note: If Player A’s second shot is selected, Player B will begin the alternate shot and vice- versa. Men will play from the white tee markers and women will play from the green tee markers. A total of 40% of the combined team handicap is used for the event. Once qualification is finished, all of the qualifying teams will be seeded and enter the match play championship for the event. To sign up to qualify, please see a member of the PGA Professional Staff. JUNIOR CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP Tournament is on Saturday, July 21st, with 18 Holers also playing Sunday, July 22nd. Sign-ups begin June 21. Tee times from 12:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. by age bracket. Ages 7-18 are eligible. This tournament will crown our Junior Club Champion for 2018 within the following brackets: • Juniors ages 7 to 10 will play in the 5-hole Championship • Juniors ages 13 and under, or juniors with their yellow merit tag will play in the 9-hole Championship • Juniors ages 18 and under or juniors with their green merit tag will play in the 18-hole Championship JULY MEN’S MEMBER-GUEST The July Member-Guest will be held on July 12th, with a 1:00pm shotgun start on the South Course.The format for the event is Best 1 on Par 3’s, Best 2 on Par 4’s & Best 3 on Par 5’s (80% Handicaps). Entry fees are $150 per person, which includes Includes Lunch Buffet (11:30 am start), On Course Snacks and beverages (including beer), Golf, Tee Gift, Event Prizes, and Dinner with Cocktails. Members may bring one or three guests to the event. Call the Golf Shop (302) 655- 6022 beginning June 9th to sign-up. Please indicate your guest’s name and club affiliation, and if you would like to take a caddie or cart. Field limited to the first 104 registrants. Any competitor whose age plus white tee handicap meets or exceeds 85, may choose to play from a forward tee marker with an adjusted handicap. Members must cancel on or before Thursday, July 5th to receive a full refund of their entry fee. Following this date, registrants withdrawing from the event will be charged a full entry fee unless a replacement team is found.

GOLF HOURS

GOLF SHOP Monday: Closed Tuesday - Friday: 7:30 am - 7:00 pm Saturday, Sunday, & Holidays: 7:00 am - 6:00 pm BAG ROOM Monday: 8:30 am - Dusk Tuesday - Friday: 7:00 am - Dusk Saturday, Sunday, & Holidays: 6:30 am - Dusk

DRIVING RANGE Monday: 12:00 pm - 8:00 pm Tuesday,Thursday, & Friday: 7:30 am - 8:00 pm Wednesday (Clean Pick): 7:30 am - 6:00 pm

Saturday & Holidays: 7:00 am - 8:00 pm Sunday (Clean Pick): 7:00 am - 6:00 pm

COURSE OPENING Monday: 9:00 am Tuesday - Friday: 8:00 am Saturday, Sunday, & Holidays: 7:30 am

MEN’S CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP

Sign-ups :Thursday, June 28th Course : South and North

Format : Championship Flight-54 holes Stroke Play. 1st and 2nd Flight – 36 Holes Stroke Play. Additional Info : Low 8 finishers and flight winners are invited to the Championship dinner on Wednesday following play. 2017Winners : Championship-Matt Smith

1st Flight : Joe Fragomele 2nd Flight :Tom Evans III South Course : 7/27 North Course : 7/28 South Course : 7/29

SNACK BARS North Course: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm South Course: 9:30 am - 5:00 pm

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WOMEN’S EIGHTEEN-HOLE GOLFERS Jan Hobbs President Nicoll Keeney-DiDomenico Vice-President Pam McCrery Treasurer Catherine Dean-Gooderham Secretary Congratulations to our three WGAP teams, remaining in their cups! Thank you to all who participated in matches. The combined 18 & 9 Hole cocktail party held on May 15th was well attended by both women’s golf associations and gave us the opportunity to meet our newest Assistant Golf Professional.We are excited to have Lauren Strong as our 18-Hole liaison.Welcome! Reminders for important dates in June: • Our Memorial Better Ball of Partners is well under way with the 2nd round ending on June 12th and the third round ending on June 26th. Matches must be completed by these dates. • Senior/Super Senior Tournament will be held on June 12th. • Sign up closes for the Member-Guest on June 12th and will be held on June 19th. • Sign up closes for the Presidents Cup on June 26th. • Sign up opens for the Putting Championship on June 5th. • Sign up opens for the Club Championship on June 19th. Refer to your Booklet for important information for each of the Major Tournaments. WOMEN’S NINE-HOLE GOLFERS Rita Kingery Cook President Tiny Mulvena Vice President Claudia Peters Treasurer The weather kept the 9-Hole Ladies from a lot of play but we still had some winners.

JUNE DEMO DAYS

XXIO Experience Day Sunday, June 3rd 11:00 am – 4:00 pm U.S. Kids Demo Day Thursday, June 7th 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm PXG Demo Day Thursday, June 14th 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

XXIO, CALLAWAY, & PXG DEMO DAYS We invite the membership to come out to try the new line of golf clubs from XXIO (June 3rd), U.S. Kids (June 7th), Callaway (June 8th) and PXG (June 14th) Representatives along with the PGA staff will be in attendance to fit you into clubs that will perform the best for your swing. Although it is not required, you may book appointments with the fitter by calling the Golf Shop at (302) 655-6022. 2018 GOLF BOOKLET Click the photo below to view our 2018 Golf Booklet for our Men's, 18-Hole & 9-Hole Ladies' Golf Programs.

MAY 2ND: STEP-ASIDE SCRAMBLE 1st Place: Carla Green, Chris Campbell, Marlene Zeleny, Ann Van Ogtrop 2nd Place: Claudia Peters, Janice Conner, Rita Cook, Carolyn Dreisbach 3rd Place:Tiny Mulvena, Gerrie Pacini, Mary Jane Elliott, Diane Ciconte

MAY 9TH: HATE ‘EM 1st Place - Rita Cook 2nd Place Tie - Mary Jo Chandler and Judy Boyle New members are welcome throughout the season. Please contact Ruth Handler at (302) 740-9201 or [email protected].

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JUNIOR GOLF KICK-OFF 05.28.18

RACQUETS NEWS

ADULT TENNIS BEGINS JUNE 4TH

June is the busiest month of the year on the tennis courts with programs and events that are listed inThe Bulletin.We offer something for everyone from beginners to experienced players. Our junior tennis and squash camps begin on June 6th and our junior sports camps begin on Monday, June 11th. Saturday, June 2nd - Saturday, June 9th we will be hosting the Delaware State Men’s Singles and Doubles Championships. This event has been held at Wilmington Country Club for over 40 years and features top players from the Delaware and Middle States area. Come out and watch some of this great tennis. As a reminder, join us on Tuesday nights and play Pickleball, Bocce, or

MONDAY 9:00 am - 10:15 am Ladies' Tennis Round Robin

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Men’s CardioTennis

TUESDAY 9:00 am - 10:15 am Ladies' Tennis Clinics: 3.5 & Above, 3.0 & Below

Croquet. We are attracting a lot of players each week so join the fun. See you on the courts. Ed McQuillin Racquets Director

WEDNESDAY 9:00 am - 10:00 am Ladies' CardioTennis 9:00 am - 10:15 am Ladies' Singles Clinic THURSDAY 9:00 am - 10:15 am Ladies' Tennis Clinic 3.5 & Above 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Mixed CardioTennis FRIDAY 9:00 am - 10:00 am Ladies' CardioTennis SATURDAY 8:00 am - 9:00 am Men’s CardioTennis

UPCOMING RACQUETS EVENTS

Saturday,June 2nd - Saturday,June 9th :Delaware StateMen’sTennisTournament – Singles &Doubles Monday, June 4th : PrivateTennis Event Wednesday, June 6th : Diabetes Tennis Event Wednesday, June 6th : Junior Tennis and Squash Clinics and Camps Begin Monday, June 11th : Junior Sports Camps Begin Tuesday. June 12th : Junior Tennis Club Championships Begin Wednesday, June 13th : Delaware State 10 and under Tournament Tuesday,June12th- Friday,June15th :DelawareStateJuniorTennisTournament (L7)–B/G12,14,16,18 Monday,June 18th -Wednesday,June 20th :Wilmington Clay Court JuniorTournament (L6) – B/G 16 Wednesday,June 20th - Friday,June 22nd :Wilmington Clay Court JuniorTournament (L6) – B/G 18 Saturday, June 23rd - Sunday, June 24th : Summer Solstice Squash Singles Tournament Monday,June 25th -Wednesday,June 27th :Wilmington Clay Court JuniorTournament (L6) – B/G12 Wednesday,June 27th - Friday,June 29th :Wilmington Clay Court JuniorTournament (L6) – B/G 14

9:00 am - 10:30 am Men’s Tennis Round Robin

9:00 am - 10:00 am Ladies' CardioTennis

Wednesday, June 27th : Ladies' Tennis Member Guest, 9:30 am - 12:00 pm Saturday, June 30th : Men’s Tennis Pro Am (Grass), 10:00 am - 1:00 pm

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2018 JUNIOR SUMMER CAMPS Junior Tennis Camps : June 6th – August 31st

Ages 5 & 6 Red: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm $100/week or $25/day Ages 7-10 Orange: 10:15 am – 12:15 pm $150/week or $35/day Ages 11 and Over Green/Yellow: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm $210/week or $42/day High School/High Performance: 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm $150/week or $35/day Junior Squash Clinics : June 6th – August 31st Ages 5-6: 10:00 -11:00 am $100/week or $25/day Ages 7-10: 12:45 pm – 2:15 pm $125/week or $30/day Ages 11 and Older: 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm $125/week or $30/day Play Tennis All Summer (1/2 Price): June 6th – August 25th Ages 7-9: 10:15 am – 12:15 pm $900 Ages 11 and Older: 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm $1350 High Performance and High School: 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm $900

Mini Racquets Camp : June 11th – August 10th Tennis, Squash, Lunch: Ages 5 & 6 Monday – Friday: 10:00 am – 12:15 pm $175/week or $40/day Junior Racquets Camp : June 11th – August 10th Tennis, Squash, Paddle, Lunch: Ages 7 – 10 Monday – Friday: 9:00 am – 12:30 pm $195/week or $44/day, if available Junior Sports Camp : June 11th – August 10th Tennis, Squash, Paddle, Golf, Swimming, Arts & Crafts, Lunch/Snack Provided Daily

Ages 5 & 6: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm $195/week $44/day, if available Ages 7-12: 9:00 am – 3:30 pm $280/week $61/day, if available

Transition Camp : June 11th – August 10th Ages 5-9: $10/day. Juniors pick their camp/sports and we supervise & transport juniors without parents on site. Morning offers: Swimming,Tennis, Squash - Afternoon offers:Tennis, Squash, Golf

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Stop by the Racquet Shop or call 655-6513 to sign up.

SQUASH NEWS

SQUASH TIP OF THE MONTH

SUMMERTIME SELF-SCHEDULING BOX LEAGUE One singles and/or doubles match a week starting Monday, June 18th. Prize for first and second place winners - no charge to participate! To sign up please contact Ed Chilton at echilton@ wilmingtoncc.com USSRA SANCTIONED SINGLES TOURNAMENT Wilmington Country Club will be hosting a squash singles tournament June 23rd-24th, 2018. The event offers skill levels of 3.5, 4.0 and 4.5, and all draws are coed. Entry fee includes player gift, light breakfast, lunch and Saturday night get together. Hope you will participate! Click here to register for the event. Contact Ed Chilton with any questions.

THE SERVE

There are several types of serves in squash, but this will focus on the “chip serve”. The serve is your only free shot, and you get to decide how high you want to toss the ball, how hard you want to hit the ball, and at what angle you want to aim.Take to the time to first pick your target on the front wall. From the right service box, you want to ideally aim half way between cut line and out of court line in the very middle of the front wall. This will help the ball to catch the side wall just behind the service box, making it more difficult for the receiver to return the ball. From the left box, you want to aim at the same height, but aim two thirds over from the left wall to achieve a better angle.This will allow the ball to hit the side wall just behind the service box on the right wall. Serves that are aimed properly will allow you great court position and an easy second shot.

CLASSIC

ADULT SQUASH SINGLES & DOUBLES ROUND ROBIN Mondays 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm Beginning Monday, June 18th To sign up for programs, please contact the Racquet Shop [email protected] Registration and entry fees at modules.ussquash.com/ssm/pages/tournaments/ information.asp?tournament_id=9594 or contact Ed Chilton at [email protected] Please join us... USSRA SANCTIONED SINGLES TOURNAMENT SKILL LEVELS 3.5, 4.0 & 4.5 AVAILABLE JUNE 23-24 WILMINGTON COUNTRY CLUB Saturday Night gathering for players and companions Food, drinks and entry prizes

Good luck! Ed Chilton Head Squash Professional

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WCC SWIM TEAM SWIM TEAM PRACTICE

Evening Practice Begins Monday, June 4th

Diving Practice Begins Monday, June 11th Monday,Wednesday, Friday 8:15 am - 8:45 am

4:45 pm - 5:30 pm: Ages 6 & 8 under 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm: Ages 10 & over

Daytime Practice Begins Monday, June 11th 8:00 am - 9:00 am: Open 9:00 am - 10:00 am: All ages

Swim Clinics Begins Monday, June 18th

Tuesday &Thursday 10:30 am - 11:00 am

SWIM TEAM SCHEDULE

Thursday, June 7th : Swim Parents Orientation Meeting, 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm/Time Trials Tuesday, June 19th : Lane versus Team 52 at Greenville CC Wednesday, June 20th :Tatnall versus Team 52 at Wilmington CC

Tuesday, June 26th :WCC at Greenville CC Thursday, June 28th : GCC at Wilmington CC Wednesday, July 4th : Pool Games for Juniors Thursday, July 5th :Team 52 Fun Pancake Practice at Greenville Tuesday, July 10th : Swim and Dive League Championships at Wilmington CC (Rain dateWednesday, July 11th) Tuesday, July 17th :WCC Swim Club Championships (Rain dateWednesday, July 18th) Tuesday, July 24th :WCC Junior Sports Award Banquet ADDITIONAL SWIM EVENTS

Saturday, May 26th : Pool Opens Monday, May 28th : Memorial Day Pool Cookout Tuesday, May 29th : Pool Closes for week Saturday, June 2nd : Pool Open for Season

Friday, June 22nd : Movie/Raft Night Wednesday, July 4th : Pool Games Friday, July 20th : Movie/Raft Night

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FITNESS NEWS IF YOU’RE ON THE COURT OR THE COURSE IT DOESN’T MEAN YOU’RE “OFF” THE GYM!

PERSONAL TRAINING Our Fitness Staff is on site with our group exercise instructors and personal trainers. Members can schedule a personal training session with any of our personal trainers: Rick Howard, Corey Ryan, Chris Weiss, Maria Lucey and Beth Sheehy. ONE HOUR PERSONAL TRAINING SESSIONS OR FITNESS PROFILE Individual: $67 Package of 5: $310 ($62/hour) Package of 10: $570 ($57/hour) GROUP PERSONAL FITNESS SESSIONS 2 people: $40/person 3 people: $30/person 4 people: $25/person 5 or more people: $20/person MASSAGE Tracy, Susan, and Vicki have set aside available hours each week but request at least twenty-four hours advance notice, as they are not onsite staff. Some time slots are already filled; other hours may be available.

It happens every season. An individual gains strength, speed and stability over the off season, only to watch it diminish slowly during the season due to a lack of training. If athletes want to be at their peak performance when game time arrives, practices and games are simply not enough to carry them through a season.This is because most athletes do one of two things: they either stop training altogether because they feel they can’t handle the demands of practice, playing AND training, or they attempt to continue to increase strength and speed, but experience decreased performance as a result of overtraining (which can lead to injury). Rather than training like a mad man or woman all year round, the goal of an athlete’s in-season training program should be to maintain intensity to preserve the strength gains made during the off-season, and to control frequency and volume so he or she can compete at their highest level come game time. So how does an athlete maintain their strength and performance? What does it mean to perform a maintenance program in-season? For starters, you will need to cut back the frequency and volume of your program. Off-season programs require more days of training to get desired results, whereas in-season programs only demand one or two hours 2-3 times per week.You should be recovered and even able to perform well in competition the following day after an in-season training session.While performing lower volume in-season strength work, it’s imperative that you keep up with injury prevention and recovery methods such as mobility and flexibility training. This will build a favorable platform for you to continue to perform at a high level throughout the season. In-season training also allows for you to enter the off-season training program needing minimal remediation. Contact the fitness staff to start your in season program today!

Chris Weiss Assistant Director of Fitness

TRACY HALTERMAN therapeutic Wednesday:12:30 pm - 7:30 pm Friday: 7:00 am - 6:00 pm SUSAN BROWN therapeutic Monday: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Tuesday Evening VICKI RUDAWSKY sports Tuesday &Thursday: 10:00 am - 2:00 pm MARCY MACKEY Monday: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Wednesday: 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm Thursday: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm Every other Saturday: 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

BEAST BADGE WORKSHOP Sunday, June 24th, 1:00 pm $25

Summer is a great time for Junior Members to earn their Beast Badge and start using the Fitness Center to get in shape, get ready for fall sports, or master the fundamentals of fitness.The Fitness Center Rules state that the fitness facility is available to members, age 16 and older. All Junior members aged 10 through 15 must possess the Beast Badge. Junior members aged 10 and 11 may only use the facility if accompanied by their member parent. Please sign up at the Fitness Desk.

AQUAFITNESS RETURNS! Beginning Tuesday, June 12th Tuesday,Wednesday, and Thursday 7:00 am - 8:00 am

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