The Bulletin: July 2020

The Bulletin: July 2020

THE BULLETIN A newsletter for members of the Wilmington Country Club JULY 2020

TABLE OF CONTENTS

ON THE COVER

A stream to the left of South #16

Photo to the right of our golf cart on South #3 Photos courtesy of Becca Mathias, Communications Coordinator

08 CONNECT

10 SOCIAL

12 GROUNDS

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04 President’s Message 06 General Manager’s Message 21 Aquatics

14 GOLF

18 RACQUETS

22 FITNESS

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PRESIDENT

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE Summer has arrived and thankfully so has Phase 2 which has allowed our Club to return to full operation for outside activities (pickleball will start up fairly soon!). Unfortunately Covid19 is still a serious risk and social distancing will be with us for quite a while longer, which makes it impossible to support inside activities like bridge and mahjong, but we understand many of our members are enjoying online versions. I am happy to report that the Club remains on solid financial footing which will allow us to continue to plan for future Club improvements, such as the long overdue renovation of the kitchen. But the key to continued stability is maintaining a strong membership. We are pleased to report that membership has remained flat through the trauma caused by the pandemic. Now as things settle down, we need to focus on membership growth. We have a strong and active Membership Committee and Meghan Spero provides excellent staff support. But we all know that the most effective way to attract new members is member referrals. So please give some thought to friends or colleagues that you believe would make good members and approach them directly or reach out to Meghan to plan an approach. Thank you! Gary Ferguson President

Gary Ferugson President

Melissa Riegel Vice President John S. Wellons Treasurer Thomas C. Humphrey Secretary DIRECTORS Class of 2020 D. Michael Gioffre, Jr. Adam G. Landis Jonathan N. Saunders Edward A. Tarlov

Pamela Tikellis Martha White Class of 2021 Thomas A. Beck

Zachary L. Chipman Kimberly A. Ciconte Robert W. Friz Megan S. Greenberg

Lisa A. Schmidt 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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GENERAL MANAGER

SUMMER GREETINGS What a strange time we are experiencing. Normally my July epistle talks about all the special opportunities you have to use your Club. Events, celebrations, social gatherings, athletics - you name it, it happens in July. This year, not so much. Back in March, when this whole thing started, the general consensus was that we would be back to “normal” by now. Hah. Anything but. The time-line that was shared by those in the know, suggested that we would be in Phase III in July. And while the month may end that way, it doesn’t appear that we will start there. Still, we are continuing to advance certain aspects of the Club as you are becoming more comfortable in your environment. Before we get too far into the nuts and bolts of July 2020, let’s spend a moment and explore the idea of “comfortable at the Club”. The more frequently you use your Club, the less trepidation you have in doing so. You know what to expect and things that were once “new” are now just the way things are. That quickly becomes comfortable. You feel “safer”, in large part, because of our efforts to “do it right”. By now, most everyone has had an experience elsewhere that just didn’t feel safe. It wasn’t comfortable. Here’s the thing about comfortable. It can easily transition to complacent. We let our guard down and before we know it, we have a significant number of positives in our members and staff. This is happening at other great clubs across the nation. As they began the process of returning to full operation, many have had to take a few steps back in an effort to regain control of the virus in their community. Lessons learned. We don’t want to go there. It will take a cautionary effort on the part of every member and every employee who is on campus to keep the environment as safe as possible. You may be interested to know that before beginning their shift, EVERY employee MUST complete a daily health questionnaire that probes not only how they are feeling but the health of individuals (family and friends) who they have had contact with.

Phil Iannelli General Manager

Christine Jordan Clubhouse Manager Tip Tribbitt, CEC Executive Chef Barbara Henderson Manager of Banquets Mindy Blumetti Controller Susan Mathias Administrative Assistant Meghan Spero, PGA Membership Development and Communications Manager Jonathan Urbanski Director of Golf Courses & Grounds Michael Shank, PGA Director of Golf Bob Lennon, PGA Teaching Professional Ed McQuillin Director of Racquets Ed Chilton Assistant Director of Racquets

Clark Verchick Chief Engineer

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We encourage members to conduct a similar evaluation before coming to the Club. If something isn’t quite right and you are exhibiting any of the “common symptoms”, please get checked out and stay away. Even if you are feeling great, the importance of physical distancing and PPE cannot be discounted. It matters. Remember, “my masks protects you and your masks protects me.” We value you and we will wear ours. We hope you appreciate us the same way. As we move into July, you will see that we continue to give some relief to many of the restrictions that have been in place for the past few months. Pickleball, Paddle, Bocce and the grass tennis courts have reopened. We have secured a waiver from the State to utilize our indoor tennis courts during inclement weather. Golf events, Member Tennis events, Club Championships are all getting scheduled. Requests for longer hours in fitness, lanes for lap swimming and smaller private dining events are all being accommodated. Guests may now be introduced in all venues. These adjustments all move your Club one step closer to “the way things were”. Don’t forget, though . . . it is still a numbers game. More use by more members (and now guests) requires more employees and more opportunities for close contact. It all totals up to more chances for spread of COVID-19. Enjoy your Club, but please do so thoughtfully. In reading this, you might think that I’m afraid of the virus. Not so much afraid as I have a healthy respect for the thing. What I am afraid of is LIGHTNING. And this is the time of the year when we encounter the greatest number of lightning delays to the various activities taking place at the Club. Please know that we take this particular responsibility very seriously. We are fortunate to have lightning detection devices to guide our decision as to when danger is imminent. In spite of our best efforts to monitor climatic conditions and properly inform you of the threat, members must always take responsibility for their own safety. Please keep an eye to the sky and be safe. That way, I’ll keep seeing you at the Club! Enjoy your summer.

Phil Iannelli General Manager

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CONNECT

CONNECT WITH US WCC MOBILE APP

With the app’s one-time login feature, you are just taps away from staying connected to the Club any time, day or night. You can now conveniently register for upcoming social events, view the current calendar and Bulletin, view the menus, contact any of the Club management as well as make your court reservations and golf lessons! This mobile app also allows us to communicate with individual members, targeted groups, or the entire membership, with simple and easy push notifications. To start using the app, follow the following three simple steps: STEP 1: From your phone or tablet, download the ForeTees Club Central app from the Apple Store or Google Play Store. STEP 2: Once downloaded, open the app to generate a one-time login by clicking on “Email me my credentials”. STEP 3: Enter the one-time login into the app and you are all set. MEMBERSHIP DEVELOPMENT Our members provide the best opportunity to identify those who would make good additions to the Club. We recognize that sometimes those conversations about membership with close friends or family can be potentially uncomfortable. My role as Membership Development Manager provides a neutral point of contact at the Club who can navigate some of the more difficult conversations especially in respects to the financial aspects of membership. In addition, working in partnership with the Committee, I can assist the proposal process by helping identify potential support letter writers and referrals. I welcome the opportunity to speak with you and answer any questions you may have regarding our process and efforts in membership development. We are fortunate to have a strong foundation of long standing members paired with amenities and service which are second to none. This truly makes WCC one of the finest private clubs in the country. If you have a candidate you wish to propose or have questions about the process please reach out to me at any time. P.S. Don’t forget, for those 65 and older that have expressed interest in membership, there is a fantastic Stock Purchase discount program. For young professionals 35 and younger there is also a discount dues and deferred Stock program. Call or email me and I can provide all of the specifics!

Meghan Spero, PGA Membership Development and Communications Manager BE A PART OF THE IN CROWD

Facebook /wilmingtoncountryclub

Instagram @wilmingtoncc1901

Website wilmingtoncc.com

Don’t forget to download our mobile app!

Search “ForeTees Club Central” on the App Store or

Google Play Store. #yourclubyourway

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MEMBERSHIP MILESTONES

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

NEWLY ELECTED MEMBERS Scott and Katherine Burris, Barbara Shipp, Britny and Jay Whitby

NEWLY ELECTED ASSOCIATE MEMBERS Theresa Widger (Caldwell), Amy Tigani

NEWLY ELECTED JUNIOR MEMBERS Ariane Attix, Samuel Perny, Margaret Wagner

MEMBER MILESTONES

Dr. Christine W. Maynard Mr. Carlton P. Schowe

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Mrs. Gloria Galloway Mr. George W. Hobbs Mr. David M. Houston, III Miss Hollister Mitchell Mr. Scott Tyler Porter Mrs. Harriott K. Silliman

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Mrs. Vicky Lee Schowe 20 Mrs. Katie Measley Van Druff 20 Mrs. Anjna Patel 25 Miss Elizabeth Geddes 30 Mr. James S. Green 30 Mr. John W. Himes 30 Mr. Paul C. Seitz 30 Mrs. Aubree K. Wellons 30 Mrs. Marina Kaiser 35 Mr. David Carpenter 40 Mr. R.R.M. Carpenter, IV 40 Mr. Michael M. Connolly 40

40 Mrs. Margaret Hobbs Swanson 40 Ms. Lisa Stone 40 Mr. Edward C. White, Jr. 40 Mrs. Toni Battaglia 45 Mr. Victor F. Battaglia, Jr. 45 Mrs. Arlene Daney 45 Mr. David McCormick Dietz 45 Mr. John R. Long 70

IN MEMORIAM The Board of Directors, members and staff of Wilmington Country Club extend their sincerest sympathy to the family of:

Georgina Miller Bissell - Member 85 years Dr. Charles J. Veith, III - Member 46 years

EMPLOYEE ANNIVERSARIES Susan Mathias Administrative Assistant/Membership Secretary, 32 Years

Richard Neyers Executive Sous Chef, 13 Years Pascual Tlaseca Kitchen Prep/Utility, 8 Years Nick Blackburn Dining Room Manager, 6 Years Desidel Juarez Equipment Operator, 6 Years Don McNulty Banquet Busser, 48 Years (PT)

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SOCIAL

AROUND THE CLUB

And in a blink of an eye, it’s already July!

It has been wonderful to see more and more of you here and enjoying your Club.

Outdoor dining is always a popular options for members – just a reminder that all of our outdoor dining venues are on a first come, first serve basis. As you may have noticed since we’ve reopened, service looks a little different. While our staff is committed to providing you with the best experience possible, we are also committed to providing the safest experience possible. To do that, our staff will continue to be in masks and gloves, and we are limiting our contact with the tables. Should you need anything, give a little wave and we’ll be right over! While our traditional Independence Day celebration won’t occur on July 4th, we are looking to the rest of the summer and fall to schedule some social activities. Our first Lobster Night will be held on the ballroom patio on Thursday, July 30. This casual, outdoor event will feature our popular lobster dinner – with plenty of space between tables. RESERVATION REMINDER Reservations are only accepted in the Tavern & Grille and for parties of 5 or more. Reservations can be made by calling (302) 655-6171. Outdoor dining is first come, first served. EVENING CURBSIDE TAKE-OUT Have you tried our evening take-out service yet? If you haven’t, you are missing out on fantastic entrées and specials. Our daily email is sent out at 4:00 pm each afternoon (Tuesday-Sunday) with the take-out menu and specialty entrée of the evening.

Christine Jordan Clubhouse Manager

FOOD & BEVERAGE HOURS MONDAY Clubhouse F&B: Closed Poolside Café: Closed Curbside: Closed TUESDAY Curbside: 4:30 pm - 8:00 pm Café 1901: 11:00 am - 7:30 pm Poolside Café: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Tavern & Grille: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Pub37: 2:00 pm - 9:00 pm Dining Room: Closed The Hut: Closed WEDNESDAY Curbside: 4:30 pm - 8:00 pm Café 1901: 11:00 am - 7:30 pm Poolside Café: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Tavern & Grille: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Pub37: 2:00 pm - 9:00 pm Dining Room: Closed The Hut: Closed THURSDAY Curbside: 4:30 pm - 8:00 pm Café 1901: 11:00 am - 7:30 pm Poolside Café: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Tavern & Grille: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Pub37: 2:00 pm - 9:00 pm Dining Room: Closed The Hut: Closed FRIDAY Curbside: 4:30 pm - 8:00 pm Café 1901: 11:00 am - 7:30 pm Poolside Café: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Tavern & Grille: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Pub37: 2:00 pm - 9:00 pm Dining Room: Closed The Hut: Closed SATURDAY Curbside: 4:30 pm - 8:00 pm Café 1901: 11:00 am - 7:30 pm Poolside Café: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Tavern & Grille: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Pub37:12:00 pm - 8:00 pm Dining Room: Closed The Hut: Closed SUNDAY Curbside: 4:30 pm - 8:00 pm Café 1901: 11:00 am - 7:30 pm Poolside Café: 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Tavern & Grille: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Pub37:12:00 pm - 8:00 pm Dining Room: Closed The Hut: Closed

Ordering of take-out is best accomplished by calling (302) 655-6171 ext. 1427.

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BOOK CLUB

Hi all!

I need a headcount for the Tuesday, July 14th Book Club meeting in the Wilmington Country Club Clubroom. Please respond to me at [email protected] if you will be able to attend so that we can set up the proper number of chairs.

We need to keep our masks on during the meeting and observe social distancing.

NOTE: We have changed the date for our meeting to July 14 and changed the book for discussion to Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman because people are having trouble getting our original book from the library. If you are having trouble getting copies of the book, we suggest that you request a digital copy as the libraries seem to have more digital copies since they do not have to wait for people to bring the digital copies back. Eleanor, the heroine of the book, is a twenty-nine year old misfit with a traumatic past who has worked in the same office for the past nine years. She has had problems with her Mother. When Eleanor wins a lottery ticket to a local concert, she goes to the concert where she meets the concert singer who she believes is destined to be the love of her life and the man with whom she is destined to be with forever. Eleanor is terribly lonely and feels isolated. When she helps an old man with his problems, she begins to understand how to relate to people. Her transformative journey towards a fuller understanding of herself and of life has begun. Join us at 4:00 pm in the Clubroom as Janet Robinson leads the discussion of this warm and often humorous book. For August, we have selected The Giver of Stars by Jojo Moyes. Set in Depression-era America, Moyes tells the story of five amazing women who travel through the mountainous areas of Kentucky to deliver books to small town residents as part of Eleanor Roosevelt’s new traveling library. UPCOMING SELECTIONS September 15th - The Dutch House by Anne Patchett (There Fiechter) October 6th - Oil and Marble by Stephanie Storey (Diana Lopez) November 10th - First: Biography of Sandra Day O’Connor (Jane Wood) December 1st - The Flight Girls by Noelle Salazar (Jill McDonald)

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GROUNDS

A NOTE FROM GROUNDS It’s hard to imagine six months of the year is in the books. Even though some of the Delaware beach bars and restaurants have voluntarily closed due to an uptick in corona virus cases, for us here in the northern part of the state, glimpses of normalcy can be seen across the Club. Weekly events have returned, and our first tournaments of the year will take place over the Fourth of July weekend in tennis and golf. In the department, we have been fortunate to have several employees return from seasonal furloughs and the difference in care of all areas outside of the clubhouse is noticeable. The rough has slowed it’s vigorous spring growth to allow our mowers to maintain heights of cut in a manner we hope that is not penal for recovery shots. More attention to detail oriented tasks such as divot filling and watering areas such as fairways with hand-held hoses will increase over the coming weeks. String trimming of ponds and tree trunks will occur on a regular basis. Lastly, sprinklers will be edged to increase visibility of the yardages to the center of the green. The weather for the last two months has had a positive effect on rounds played and tennis courts bookings. The flip side to this statement is we are down seven inches of rain accumulation for the same time period of May and June, 2019. We have experienced many days with sustained or very gusty wind conditions that attributed to high evapotranspiration rates. For example, a rain event this past month could total a ½ inch one day, but blustery conditions the next day would virtual dry out areas throughout the property, shortening the window of opportunity to not run the irrigation system. This scenario played out numerous times over the past two months as if one would hit repeat on the stereo system to listen to their favorite song over and over again. A sign of this and our increased use of the irrigation system during these dry times is the capacity of the lower reservoir to the left of 12 North. We could use a little help from Mother Nature to get to September when we are bound to have a few tropical fronts come through the Delaware Valley. As the golf schedule returns to normal, so does the Practice Tee schedule. The main tee will be on turf Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday through Sunday. We will use mats on Mondays and Thursdays each week. When the main tee is on mats, the turf at the rear tee will be available for use. It is vital for the season-long

Jon Urbanski Director of Grounds & Golf Courses

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success of the teeing ground to incorporate the straight-line divot pattern while you are practicing. The same methodology should be used as well at the short game area and wedge range on Old 7. The straight-line pattern will heal faster as the void is narrower than taking divots either in patches or a square box. The darker green colored turf in regenerative growth in a divot, as seen in the picture with the red arrow.

Last year, we informed you of the invasive Spotted Lanternfly that has become prevalent in our area. Nymphs are on the move, and can be seen on the underside of leaves and branches. Although the Tree of Heaven, Ailanthus altissima, is the preferred host, the Spotted Lanternfly will venture to other plant material. Now is the time to apply a post-emergent insecticidal application to help thwart the spread of this bug!

We hope you, your families remain safe throughout July and we will see you at the Club!

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GOLF

A NOTE FROM GOLF July marks the return of golf events to Wilmington in 2020! Weekly women’s events, the Men’s Holiday Tournament, July One Day Member Guest, Men’s, Women’s and Junior Club Championships, Women’s Putting Championship, Family Golf Tournament and more will all be happening. There is something for everyone at the golf course this month. I look forward to seeing you on the course. GUEST PLAY Regular guest play is now permitted at the club. All regular guest rules and limitations continue to apply. Please call the Golf Shop, 302-655-6022, to register any guest play in advance. All guests must be signed- in at the Golf Shop prior to the round. • Members must always accompany their guests. • All players must utilize a cart or caddie when a guest is in the group. • Guest reservations indicate an anticipatory time of play, and not a tee time reservation for play. • There is no guest play on Mondays. GOLF ETIQUETTE VIDEO Click the photo below to watch a short video from Director of Golf, Michael Shank, PGA on how to quickly repair a ball mark.

Michael Shank, PGA Director of Golf

Golf Shop Monday: Closed Tuesday - Friday: 7:30 am – 6:00 pm Saturday & Sunday: 7:00 am – 5:00 pm Bag Room Monday: 8:30 am – Dusk Tuesday - Friday: 7:30 am – Dusk Saturday & Sunday: 7:00 am – Dusk Driving Range Monday: 12:00 pm – 7:30 pm Tuesday, Thursday & Friday: 7:30 am – 7:30 pm Wednesday (Clean Pick): 7:30 am – 5:00 pm Saturday: 7:00 am – 7:30 pm Sunday (Clean Pick): 7:00 am – 5:00 pm

Golf Course Opening

Monday: 9:00 am Tuesday - Friday: 8:00am Saturday & Sunday: 7:30 am

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MEN’S GOLF Holiday Tournament Saturday July 4th&Sunday, July 5th 8:30 amShotgun, Partner Event Includes Breakfast Sandwiches and Lunch Click here to sign-up July Member-Guest Thursday, July 23rd 1:00 pm Shotgun Start, Lunch Begins at 11:30 am Best 1 on Par 3’s, 2 on Par 4’s, 3 on Par 5’s Sign-Up with One or Three Guests Click here to sign-up SAVE THE DATES Fall One Day Member Guest events: 8/27 & 10/8 Men’s Club Championship July 24th, 25th, 26th - Championship Flight Open to all male members. Junior members must submit a request to participate. The event will be held from the Black Tees on the South Course and the Blue Tees on the North Course. Friday, July 24 South Course Tee Times begin at 12:00 noon off the 1st Tee Saturday, July 25 North Course Tee Times begin at 9:00 am off the 1st Tee Sunday, July 26 South Course Tee Times begin at 9:00 am off the 1st Tee First Flight Open to players with a South Course Blue Tee handicap of 6 or higher. It will be played from the Blue Tees on the South Course and the White Tees on the North Course. Saturday, July 25 North Course Tee Times begin at 9:00 am off the 10th Tee Sunday, July 26 South Course Tee Times begin at 9:00 am off the 10th Tee Second Flight Open to players with a South Course White Tee handicap of 11 or higher. It will be played from the White Tees on the South Course and the White Tees on the North Course. Saturday, July 25 North Course Tee Times begin at 9:00 am off the 10th Tee Sunday, July 26 South Course Tee Times begin at 9:00 am off the 10th Tee Please be aware that the window of starting times for Friday will begin at noon and extend until approximately 1:30 p.m. Pairings will be made based on handicap (highest – earliest times, lowest – latest times). Players are expected to be available to play at their assigned time.

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GOLF

JUNIOR GOLF CLASSES Junior Golf classes for the summer are underway. Email Junior Golf Coordinator Mike LaGace (mlagace@ wilmingtoncc.com) to sign-up, or for more information. There are several procedural changes in place for 2020 to keep participants and staff members safe, including limits on class size. Junior golf classes are taught by PGA Professionals and cover all areas of the game. Juniors will practice and go on-course with a progression towards obtaining progress pins and moving through Operation 36 levels.

Ages 10-14: 10:15 am – 12:15 pm Ages 6-9: 12:45 pm – 2:45 pm

Reservations will be required for all junior classes. No walk-ups will be allowed.

FAMILY GOLF TOURNAMENT The Wilmington Country Club Family Golf Tournament will take place on Saturday, July 11th. This is a fun, 9-hole event offered to junior golfers ages 6-17, and their families. It will take place on the Front Nine of the North Course with a 3:00 pm shotgun start. Teams may be made up of a parent/child or grandparent/ child, etc., so long as all participants are members of the Club. To focus on FUN instead of low scores, the Golf Shop will create different special contests on each hole such as: Closest to the Hole contests, Long Drives, and Long Putts to name a few. When play is finished, participants will enjoy food in the Cafe with prize winners announced. Please call the Golf Shop at (302) 655-6022 to register your team today. We look forward to seeing everyone at this event! JUNIOR CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP Date: Saturday, July 18 (18-holers also play Sunday, July 19) Time: 12:00 pm - 2:30 pm tee times by age bracket, age dependent Place: Meet at Golf Shop—North Course Description: This tournament is to crown our Junior Club Champions within three brackets: ~Juniors ages 7-10 will play in the 5-hole Championship ~Juniors ages 13 & under or juniors who have their Yellow Merit Tag/Operation 36 50-yard certified will play in the 9-hole Championship ~Juniors ages 18 & under or juniors who have their Green Merit Tag/Operation 36 75-yard certified will play in the 18-hole Championship Cost: $20pp to be used for prizes DEMO/CLUB FITTING DAYS July 11th : Callaway Demo Day 11:00 am - 3:00 pm July 12th : XXIO Demo Day 10:00 am - 2:00 pm July 19th : TaylorMade Demo Day 11:00 am - 3:00 pm

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WOMEN’S 9-HOLE GOLFERS

9-HOLE EVENTS

Tiny Mulvena President

Barbara Togman Vice President

Susan DiPietro Treasurer

July 1st : Step Aside Scramble

July 8th : Stringball

Events in July July 1st - Step Aside Scramble July 8th - Stringball

July 15th : Scramble w/Pro

July 15th - Scramble w/Pro July 22nd - Odds & Evens July 29th - Fewest Putts / Putting Championship

July 22nd : Odds & Evens

July 26 : Mixed Twilight

We are resuming the 9-Hole Women’s Golf weekly events starting today, Wednesday, July 1st. New this year, registration for all events will be via Golf Genius. To register for an event, click the link on the Club webpage or ForeTees app. If you have any questions, please email PGA Assistant Luke Grennan, [email protected].

July 29th : Fewest Putts / Putting Championship

18-HOLE EVENTS

WOMEN’S 18-HOLE GOLFERS

July 7 : Best 1 of 3

Ellen Cannon President

Pam Tikellis Vice-President

Pam McCrery Treasurer

Ginny Dellose Secretary

July 9 : Putting Championship

July is going to be jam-packed for the 18-Hole Women’s Golf Group. The first rounds of the Memorial Better Ball Championship and the President’s Cup must be completed by July 14th. The Putting Championship will be held on July 9th, and the Club Championship will be held on July 14th and 16th. And, of course, we are hoping our weekly events will begin as well.

July 14 : WCC Women’s Club

July 16 : WCC Women’s Club

MIXED TWILIGHT GOLF

July 21 : Modified Ryder Cup

Join us on Sunday, July 26th, at 5:00 pm for a 9-hole shotgun on the front nine of the North Course. Dinner and cocktails to follow. This event is to both men and women adult members with or without a handicap, so grab a partner and sign-up! Please sign-up using the online tournament registration portal at wilmingtoncc.com.

July 23 : Rain Date - WCC Women’s Club

July 26 : Mixed Twilight

Sign-up as a foursome or a twosome and we will pair you to play this fun and laid-back tournament. Entry fee of $40 includes dinner and prizes.

July 28 : Sixes

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RACQUETS

A NOTE FROM RACQUETS

It has certainly been great getting back on to the tennis court with organized match play, junior clinics, cardio classes and adult clinics. Be sure to sign up through ForeTees in advance for all these activities. For our junior tennis clinics either email the Racquet Shop at [email protected] or call at 655-6513. In July we will be offering several member events which we will be announcing soon. We will be conducting our junior tennis club championships from July 13-16. The event will be conducted like a USTA tournament with a referee and guidelines in place for safe play. Sign up in the Racquet Shop if you would like to play boys or girls singles in the 10,12,14,or 16 age divisions. We are getting closer to the completion of our new tennis/sports facility. Once the project is completed and we receive the go ahead from the state to use our indoor facilities we will have several special events. Look for these announcements coming in the near future.

Ed McQuillin Director of Racquets

Enjoy the tennis but remember to practice our safe physical distancing from each other.

See you on the courts.

RACQUET SHOP SALE

Wednesday, July 1st through Sunday, July 5th • 40% off in shop clothing • 50% off select other clothing • 30% off footwear • 25% off accessories • 20% off racquets

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10 WAYS TO IMPROVE MENTAL TOUGHNESS AND FOCUS ON THE TENNIS COURT

FOCUSING SKILLS

1. In between points repeat a phrase in your mind to keep you from thinking about other thoughts. For example, “Only the ball” or “This Point”. 2. After the point is finished look at your racquet strings until the next point is ready to be played to keep you from looking around at other happenings around the court. 3. Have a conversation with yourself between points about the strategy you would like to execute to win the next point. 4. Keep focused on the next point and not the rest of the match. 5. Shadow a specific stoke like the return of serve before you actually receive the serve. Visualize hitting the ball to a specific area of the court.

WATCHING THE TENNIS BALL

1. Watch the path of the ball leaving your opponent’s racquet and see it all the way into your strings by keeping your head down at the point of contact after the ball leaves your racquet. 2. Watch the rotation of the ball coming at you to the point of contact. 3. Use the bounce-hit technique of saying bounce when the ball bounces on your side and hit when you are contacting the ball. 4. Try to read the letters and numbers on the tennis ball as you hit it. Although this is difficult it will force you to watch the tennis ball better. 5. Focus on your point of contact. Try to contact the ball at hip/ waist level and in front of your body.

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RACQUETS

ADULT TENNIS CLINICS, CARDIO, & MATCH PLAY

Sign up on ForeTees App up to 10 days in advance.

Adult Tennis Clinics and Cardio Monday

Ladies 4.0+ Tennis Clinic

8:45 am - 10:00 am 9:00 am - 10:15 am 9:00 am - 10:00 am 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm 9:00 am - 10:00 am 8:45 am - 10:00 am 9:00 am - 10:00 am 8:45 am - 10:00 am 9:00 am - 10:15 am 8:00 am - 9:00 am 9:00 am - 10:00 am 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm 9:00 am - 10:30 am 9:00 am - 10:30 am 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm 9:00 am - 10:30 am 9:00 am - 10:30 am

Tuesday

Ladies Singles Clinic

Wednesday Wednesday

Ladies 3.5+ Cardio Tennis

Men’s Cardio Tennis

Thursday Thursday

Ladies 3.0+ Cardio Tennis Ladies 3.5+ Tennis Clinic Ladies 3.5+ Cardio Tennis Ladies 3.0+ Tennis Clinic

Friday Friday Friday

Ladies Singles Clinic Men’s Cardio Tennis

Saturday Saturday

Ladies 3.5+ Cardio Tennis

Adult Tennis Match Play Monday

Men’s Match Play

Monday Tuesday Tuesday

Ladies 3.5+ Match Play Ladies 3.5+ Match Play Ladies 3.0+ Match Play Ladies 3.0+ Match Play Ladies 3.5+ Match Play

Wednesday

Thursday Thursday

Men’s Match Play

Friday

Ladies 3.5+ Match Play

Saturday

Men’s Match Play

JUNIOR TENNIS CLINICS

Through August 28th

Red (Ages 6-8) and Orange (Ages 9-10) 10:15 am - 12:15 pm Upon request juniors ages 6-9 can be transported to the golf clinic at 12:45 pm $200 per week or $45 per day

Green (Ages 11-12) 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm $300 per week or $65 per day

Yellow and Yellow Competition (Ages 13+) 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm $300 per week or $65 per day

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AQUATICS

AQUATICS CLINICS Aqua Fitness

Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:00 am - 8:00 am A maximum of 8 adults per one-hour session Cost: $14 per one-hour session Master’s Competitive Lap Swim Wednesdays and Fridays from 7:00 am - 8:00 am A maximum of 12 adults per one-hour session

Junior Swim Clinics Tuesdays and Thursdays at either 8:00 am - 9:00 am or 9:00 am - 10:00 am Ages 6 and over - A maximum of 12 juniors per one-hour session Pre-registration required at the pool office. 302-655-6171 X2156 Cost: $10 per one-hour session 5 Year Old Swim Clinic Wednesdays 9:00 am - 9:45 am Sign up by calling (302) 655-6171 X2156 or email [email protected] Cost: $10 per session Diving Clinic with Brittany Tuesdays and Thursdays from 4:15 pm - 5:15 pm Sign up by calling 302-655-6171 X2156 or email [email protected] Cost: $10 per session POOL HOURS OF OPERATION

Tuesday - Sunday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

• Members age 10 through 15 may utilize the club independently but parents must inform them of safety protocols including the proper wearing of face masks and maintaining physical distancing that must be practiced while on campus. • Pool availability for adult lap swim: 7:00 amuntil 8:00 am. Nomore than two people per lane. Wednesday and Friday. • Pool availability for aqua fitness: 7:00 am until 8:00 am Tuesday and Thursday. • Pool availability for youth clinics: 8:00 – 9:00, & 9:00 -10:00 (limit 12 each session) Tuesday and Thursday. • Pool Open swim: Tuesday through Sunday 10:00 am – 6:00 pm.

• No shared pool equipment, toys or games will be available (or permitted.) • Queue spots will identify proper line spacing to access the diving board.

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FITNESS

ELITE PHYSICAL THERAPY Elite PT is happy to be back with our friends from the WCC. We are now offering physical therapy appointments to club members five days a week. Call (302) 477-1536 to schedule with Kyle today!

Rick Howard Director of Fitness

FITNESS CENTER HOURS Monday - Friday : 6:00 am - 6:00 pm Saturday & Sunday : 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

FITNESS QUOTE “I workout to be strong enough to carry all this freedom.” FITNESS CENTER FREEDOM CELEBRATION (WE ARE OPEN!) Celebrate your freedom with a good workout in the Fitness Center! We hope to see you soon to enjoy a healthy lifestyle, stronger immune system, better mental health, strength, community, stress reduction, motivation, and fun. Here are the highlights of Phase II (same as Phase I): • Hours of Operation: Monday thru Friday 6:00 am until 6:00 pm; Saturday and Sunday 7:00 am to 3:00 pm • Please bring your own mask, towel, water, and headphones • Fitness staff will sign you in and ask you a COVID- 19 question prior to admission • Please wear your mask while moving about the Fitness Center. You may remove your mask while on a piece of equipment, then replace it to move to another piece of equipment • Equipment has been separated to accommodate physical distancing • Please clean equipment before and after use with the disinfectant that is available • Personal training is available; group exercise, yoga, and massage are not yet available

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RED WHITE AND BLUE WORKOUT Here is a great workout to celebrate our independence!

RED (Cardio 2 minutes each) Rows Elliptical Double Arm Ski Erg

WHITE (Weights) (7 or 6 repetitions each) Weighted Deadlifts

Hammer Curls Inverted Rows Triceps Pushdowns Exercise Ball Hamstring Curls BLUE (Core) 30 seconds each Bridges Lying Side Plank Underhand Ab Roller Exercise Ball Stir the Pot

Enjoy! Be creative and create your own workout with exercises that spell out July Fourth, Independence Day, or Freedom Fit. FREEDOM AND COVID-19 FROM A HEALTH PERSPECTIVE While we celebrate our country’s freedom and independence, there is much being written whether our freedoms are being taken away from us in the face of the pandemic. Here are a few interesting quotes to stir the conversation (fitness and health are the union of body and mind, after all!) ”The tension between private liberty and public health in the United States is hardly new. Americans have demanded the latter in times of plague and prioritized the former in times of well-being

since at least the Colonial Era.” Editorial Board, New York Times

“It is not authoritarian to demand that people maintain physical distance to save lives. It is authoritarian to demand it without giving diverse people the means to do it.” Jonathan Cohen, The Hastings Center “Though there are restrictions on my freedom from coronavirus, I know I am free in the most important ways. But I also know that my freedom will never be truly complete until everyone can share these freedoms with me.” Maya Elianna Fritz, 12-year-old student, Forward

Come share your perspective with us in the Fitness Center—it is one of our greatest freedoms!!

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