The Bulletin: December 2020

The Bulletin: December 2020

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

TABLE OF CONTENTS

ON THE COVER

Photo of the Front Lobby Christmas tree

Photo to the right of our past November monthly desserts Photos courtesy of Becca Mathias, Communications Coordinator

08 CONNECT

10 SOCIAL

12 GROUNDS

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16 GOLF

20 RACQUETS

26 FITNESS

04 President’s Message 06 General Manager’s Message

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PRESIDENT

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

Dear Members,

It is December 2020, and like every other month since March, it is a December unlike any we can remember. No big Holiday gatherings, no Candlelight Dinners in the Formal Dining Room, no socializing over dinners in the Tavern or late night parties in the Pub. It can get pretty depressing if we let it. Yet, there is great reason for optimism for the future of your Club. Planning for the 2022 BMW Championship is underway and we expect to open the South Course this spring to redesigned Holes 5 and 14 and all new bunkers. The Tennis Improvement Project is complete and being fully utilized, and we will have a new Kitchen in 2021. So even though I regret the sacrifices we are all going through, I am very optimistic for the future of our Club. This is my final monthly message and month as President and it has been an honor and privilege to serve. My best wishes to our new President, Melissa Riegel. Melissa has put together an excellent Executive Committee and I am confident she will successfully lead us though whatever comes down the road.

Gary Ferguson 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

I wish you all a very happy, healthy and safe holiday season.

Zachary L. Chipman Kimberly A. Ciconte Robert W. Friz Megan S. Greenberg Lisa A. Schmidt David E. Wilks Edward K. Wissing

Gary Ferguson President

Honorary Directors Joseph F. Hacker, III

Advisory Directors Robert G. Hackett, Jr. Pierre duPont Hayward Allen M. Terrell, Jr. John F. Porter, III

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GENERAL MANAGER

HOLIDAY GREETINGS

Wow. What a year! I’m sure we can all agree that while 2020 may be unforgettable, it will not be missed. Still, we have one final month to cross off the calendar before we can claim victory over its challenges. Normally my December epistle focuses on all the opportunities to celebrate the holidays at your Club. A few months ago, as we were playing the “what if” game, trying to decide what those celebratory opportunities might be, it became apparent that the greater likelihood was that to host most of our traditional events in a way that would be COVID- compliant just wasn’t going to work. The decision to take a pass on the Children’s Santa party, wreath- making, Candlelight Dinners and Holiday Brunches was incredibly difficult. But, as it turns out, was exactly the right one. Delaware’s recent “roll-back” with regard to dining and gatherings would have brought about a swift cancelation of those plans. Itmight begood tooffer aquick reviewof the impact of the most recent modifications. There are two primary aspects to the change. One affects how we operate, the other affects how you use the Club. Let’s deal with the second, first. Basically, any time you are indoors at the Club, you are being asked to wear a face covering. There are a few carve-outs where not having a mask is permitted, but unless you are actively consuming food or drink, that is the expectation. The other item is truly significant. From an operations perspective, the limitations placed on occupancy and gathering size reduces our capacity to accommodate our members to the point where making reservations for indoor seated dinner becomes necessary. Although there is a provision for additional seating “outdoors” the option of the tent is quickly coming to a close.

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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The tent is not an “all season” structure and the vendor will be taking it down before the first snowfall. Your willingness to dine there has also waned significantly in the past couple of weeks. Limited indoor dining or curbside pick-up will soon be the only options. We understand that having to make reservations is isn’t part of our normal operating practice and could be a bit of a hurdle. You can’t just “drop in”. To simplify the process, you can make a reservation for the Grille, Tavern or Dining Room using our mobile app or through the website. Click here for a link to a recent video that walks you through the process. In spiteof the restrictions and thedecision tonot host our traditional Holiday event schedule, the Clubhouse still got dressed up for Christmas. The observant may notice that the scope and scale (and cost) of the decorations have been reduced a bit from what we typically undertake. We are confident, however, that you’ll still get that “Christmas Feeling” when you visit. Please permit me to remind you of some Holiday schedule adjustments. On Christmas Eve, the Club’s athletic facilities will be open until 3:00 pm when all buildings will be secured. No food service will be offered. The Club will re-open at regular times the morning of the 26th. On New Year’s Day, all athletic facilities will be available regular hours, but no Clubhouse food service will be provided, nor will the Bag Room be open. Please plan your use accordingly. Finally, let me share the appreciation of our entire staff for your generous contributions to the Employee Christmas Gift Fund. Your gift reaches all employee ranks and is truly significant. Never has it been more important than this year. On their behalf, we thank you and hope that you and your family have a joyous holiday season.

I’ll see you at the Club.

Phil Iannelli General Manager

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IMPORTANT COVID SAFETY REMINDERS

PHYSICAL DISTANCING Members are reminded of the importance to maintain a safe community and practice physical distancing. They will be encouraged to stay away from the Club if they are feeling ill or exhibiting any signs of COVID-19. Avoid mingling and wear a mask during any conversation. FACE COVERINGS Individuals over the age of two must wear a face covering while at their tables when not eating or drinking, whenever staff approaches the table, and whenever they get up from the table. This is applicable to all dining areas including the outdoor patio. GUEST USAGE The Club property will be available to Members and Guests. Members are responsible to communicate essential COVID-19 rules, venue usage protocols and expectations to their family guests prior to arrival on campus. EMPLOYEE HEALTH Safety and health: All employees will continue to complete a daily health questionnaire prior to being allowed work. Employees who exhibit signs of illness are required to stay home. PPE standards will remain in place. This varies slightly depending on the duties performed, but generally includes proper distancing and masks. CLUB RULES NOTICE Please be reminded that all of the Club’s traditional rules remain in effect. This includes policy for dress code, personal electronic devices, outside food & beverage, etc. We kindly ask for your continued assistance in maintaining a minimum physical distance of six feet from other members and staff at all times, and please do not gather in groups.

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MEMBERSHIP MILESTONES

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

NEWLY ELECTED MEMBERS Victoria Petrone Dills and Vincent Dills Matthew and Jennifer McGuire Christopher Monigle

NEWLY ELECTED ASSOCIATE MEMBER Leslie Carpenter

NEWLY ELECTED JUNIOR MEMBERS Stephen Dills, Tess Dills

MEMBER MILESTONES

Dr. Michael A. Dignazio 15 Dr. Allison Evans Dignazio 15 Mr. Gary W. Ferguson 15 Mrs. Denise Ferguson 15 Mrs. MaryJo Gordon 15 Mr. Michael J. Koziski 15 Mr. Scott A. MacWilliams 15 Mrs. Julia MacWilliams 15 Dr. Robert A. Penna 15 Mrs. Melanie A. Penna 15 Mr. P. Michael Walker 15 Mr. Ralph A. Rossi 20

Mrs. Jill J. Sheridan

25 25 25 30 30 30

Mr. Joseph E. Sheridan, Jr. Mrs. Martha G. Smith Mr. Michael O. Clark Mr. John C. Kairis Mrs. Jacqueline Kairis Mrs. Mary Lu Pamm

30 Mr. Joseph F. Flickinger, III 40 Mr. Donald W. Foster 40 Mr. Carl S. Gates, Sr. 40 Mrs. Randy Sawyer 45 Mr. Michael L. Hershey 60

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

Thomas M. Eliason, Jr. - Member 45 Years Louis Savelli - Member 25 Years

EMPLOYEE ANNIVERSARIES Juan Mendez Equipment Operator, 18 Years Bartolo Saldivar Equipment Operator, 18 Years Indalecio Vasquez Equipment Operator, 15 Years Tim Gray Assistant Engineer, 15 Years Stephen Buenaga Human Resource Manager, 4 Years

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SOCIAL

AROUND THE CLUB

Happy Holidays!

To help you celebrate this holiday season, we have expanded our evenings in the Dining Room. We will now be open for dinner Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings. You can enjoy cocktails in the Living Room with the sounds of Dr. Jim on the piano (Friday and Saturday nights) before moving into the Dining Room for dinner by the cozy fireplace. As before, jackets are required on Thursday evenings and jackets and ties on Friday and Saturday. Reservations are required. Winter has also brought us some additional COVID restrictions. First, our capacity for dining was reduced to 30%. For us, in order to make sure that we can accommodate the most members without having to turn people away, we are requiring reservations in the Grille and Tavern for parties of all sizes. You can do this either online with our mobile app or call the Club’s main number and leave a message – we will call you back to confirm. The second new mandate applies to masks. Unless you are actively eating or drinking, as well as when your server approaches the table, you are required to have your mask on. The cold weather brings some other changes as well – Tuesday through Friday, Pub37 will open at 4:00 pm and continue to open at 12 noon on Saturday and Sunday. Café 1901 will still open at 11:00 am Tuesday through Sunday and provide lunch, takeout, and full bar service. Pub37 will also feature a new “Warm Drink” menu, to include a Hot Ginger Toddy and Red Wine Hot Chocolate – perfect to enjoy by the fire pit! Before you know it, Christmas will be here and as always, your Club is ready to make your holiday dinner as simple and delicious as possible. Soon we will send out our Christmas and New Year’s Take Out Menu – we will be offering all your traditional favorites and sweet treats to ring in 2021 right!

Christine Jordan Clubhouse Manager

FOOD & BEVERAGE HOURS MONDAY Clubhouse F&B: Closed Curbside: Closed TUESDAY Curbside: 4:30 pm - 8:00 pm Café 1901: 11:00 am - 7:30 pm Tavern & Grille: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Pub37: 4:00 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 Tavern & Grille: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Pub37: 4:00 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 Tavern & Grille: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Pub37: 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm Dining Room: 6:00 pm The Hut: Closed FRIDAY Curbside: 4:30 pm - 8:00 pm Café 1901: 11:00 am - 7:30 pm Tavern & Grille: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Pub37: 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm Dining Room: 6:00 pm The Hut: Closed SATURDAY Curbside: 4:30 pm - 8:00 pm Café 1901: 11:00 am - 7:30 pm Tavern & Grille: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Pub37:12:00 pm - 8:00 pm Dining Room: 6:00 pm The Hut: Closed SUNDAY Curbside: 4:30 pm - 8:00 pm Café 1901: 11:00 am - 7:30 pm Tavern & Grille: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm Pub37:12:00 pm - 8:00 pm Dining Room: Closed The Hut: Closed

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BOOK CLUB December 1, 2020

The Flight Girls by Noelle Salazar. Janet Robinson will lead the discussion. The Flight Girls is a story about the Women Airforce Service Pilots whose courage during World War II turned ordinary women into extraordinary heroes. A novel with a dramatic love story, highlights how these underreported women ferried aircraft around the world in support of the Allied powers. Audrey Coltrane, is the privileged daughter of a wealthy oilman’s family, has been groomed all her life to be a society wife and mother - yet all she’s wanted to do since childhood is fly. She’s lucky to have a supportive father who helps her earn her wings early, and she parlays that experience into a flight instructor position in Hawaii. There she trains young male pilots in the days when America was trying to stay out of the European war. That puts her right at Pearl Harbor when the Japanese attack, launching America into World War II. Not surprisingly, Audrey is traumatized by the bombardment, returns home to the mainland, then joins the Women Airforce Service Pilots program when the call for recruits comes. These Service Pilots “flew every plane the military possessed”: multi-engine bombers, single-engine fighters, and a mix- and-match of trainers. “Some of the aircraft were fresh off the production line, others beat up from battle and patched up to be tested before being returned to battle . . .” It was a high-risk, highly skilled job that only the best pilots can handle, then or now. Often they hopped from one plane into a very different other in a single day, for days or weeks in a row. The Women Service pilots trained to Army standards without ever being granted entry into the service and receiving its benefits. The novel details her friendships with the other women, the dynamics of her family conflicts, and her wallowing in the angst of identity determination and unfulfilled love. Please join us on Tuesday, December 1st, at 4:00 pm in the Clubroom, as we discuss The Flight Girls . January 5, 2021 Show Them You’re Good by Jeff Hobbs. Sandy Hobbs (Jeff’s mother) will lead the discussion, and Jeff, will join us virtually. The story is about four boys in Los Angeles high school who have different backgrounds and circumstances during their senior year and as they apply to college.

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GROUNDS

A NOTE FROM GROUNDS If you have played the North Course over the last month, you have seen the changes being made to the 14th hole of the South Course. Loads, upon loads of dirt have been moved at the new green and fairway bunker complex. By mid-November, the new green was sodded using the turf from the old green. Our architect and construction company, Andrew Green and McDonald & Sons, respectively, used GPS technology to replicate the 14th green in it’s new location (figure 1 and 2). It may appear the old green looks larger than the newly sodded green. We assure you it is the same size; exposed soil always makes an area larger than it is in reality. All the contours were copied from the old green surface with exception to the upper right side of the green. This area on the old green did not allow for many hole locations (figure 3) for green speeds we strive to achieve. A huge benefit to the construction is we have now gained a significant amount of green space for hole locations in this section of the new green. The new green has been built to USGA specifications with a sand/soil mixture that, in-time, will play like all the other native push-up greens on the South Course. Currently, the other USGA greens we have on property are located in the short-game practice area, the first and seventh greens of the North Course, and the main putting green at the rear of the Clubhouse. A USGA green comprises of a drainage system below an excavated area, known as the greens cavity. A four- inch gravel layer reside at the soil level, with twelve inches of mix for the rootzone (see figures 4, 5, 6). For this build-out, we used approximately 195 tons of gravel and 500 tons of mix to fill the cavity. As the new green site continues to take shape, work began on the existing fourteenth green complex to remove the green pad and greenside bunkering. The demolition work was similar to an archeological dig as the old green revealed what has occurred agronomically on the South greens over the last 60 years, as well as, the original construction method (figure 7). As the soil was removed on the old green, different topdressing methods can be seen

Jon Urbanski Director of Grounds & Golf Courses

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with vertical lines of sand. The greens were built with a four- inch layer of pea gravel and orange sand, then topsoil was added to a depth of twelve inches (figure 8). In 60 years, greens construction has evolved to speed the evapotranspiration rate for green firmness using drainage pipes and a medium more conducive for increased rooting of the turf. December brings a few operational changes to our daily routine. We will cut two hole locations on all North Course greens to help spread wear patterns during the winter months. In the past, we have asked you to move the flagstick to the opposite hole location. However, due to the on-going pandemic, we want all players to not touch the flagstick. Our staff will routinely move the flagsticks throughout the winter months. Lastly, we will remove all remaining course equipment such as benches and bunker rakes.

On behalf of our team in the Grounds Department, we wish you and your families a happy and joyous holiday season!

*See figures 3-8 on the following spread.

Figure 1

Figure 2

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Figure 3

Figure 4

Figure 5

Figure 6

Figure 7

Figure 8

GOLF

A NOTE FROM GOLF During the Holiday Season, the Golf Shop is a great spot for all of your holiday shopping needs. If you have not already, take a look at our new online Holiday Golf Shop. It offers a terrific selection of merchandise that can be purchased from the convenience of your home. We are offering complimentary shipping and complimentary logo placement on these items. For those coming to the Golf Shop, we will be offering discounts on merchandise throughout the month of December. Winter months are also the very best time to get involved with golf instruction. Putting in work on your game now will allow you to see real dividends in the spring. Individual instruction is always available in our covered outdoor hitting bays, and also in our Golf Simulator. If you have not yet received an orientation on our new Golf Simulator Indoor Studio stop by the Golf Shop to set up a time. ONLINE HOLIDAY GOLF SHOP This season, we are offering an opportunity to take your holiday shopping online with the WCC Golf Shop. Click on the button below to view our Holiday Golf Shop page with access to special orders from some of our premier vendor partners, including Peter Millar, Polo Ralph Lauren, johnnie-O, Tica, Sterling Cut Glass and Golftini. There are items available for both men and women, as well as accessories. A logo can be added at no charge, and we are offering complimentary drop shipping directly to your home, or to the Golf Shop for gift wrapping. If you have any questions, please call the Golf Shop at 302-655-6022.

Michael Shank, PGA Director of Golf

COURSE AVAILABILITY North Course Only Monday: 10:00 am Tuesday – Sunday: 9:00 am DRIVING RANGE Monday: Closed

Tuesday – Sunday: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm BAG ROOM Monday: Closed Tuesday – Sunday: 8:30 am - Dusk GOLF SHOP Monday: Closed Tuesday – Sunday: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm

ONLINE WCC HOLIDAY GOLF SHOP

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GOLF SHOP REMINDER Struggling to find that perfect gift this Holiday Season? You can stop by the Golf Shop to pick up a Gift Certificate anytime. Bob Lennon, Director of Instruction, is also offering a special deal of 3 Indoor Golf Simulator lessons for the price of $150 as well as buy 4, get 5 lessons for $400. Additionally, complimentary gift wrapping is always available. Please remember that all Golf Shop credit must be used by the end of the year. TITLEIST GOLF BALL SPECIAL Titleist is ringing in the holiday season early this year, with a great way to personalize your own Titleist golf ball or to add a personal touch to the #1 gift in golf. Now through December 31st, Titleist is offering free personalization on all golf balls, as well as a reduced price of $40 per dozen on all ProV1, ProV1x and AVX balls. This includes golf balls in stock in the Golf Shop. Orders for personalized balls must be placed by December 10th to guarantee shipment by December 17th. Delivery is not guaranteed prior to the holiday, based on freight carrier lead time without an upgrade to air freight service. Call the Golf Shop to order, (302) 655-6022. TURKEY SHOOT RECAP Itwasabeautiful andsunnyNovemberday for our 3rdAnnual Turkey Shoot. Our largest Turkey Shoot field to date, 116 golfers, took to our 9-hole, cross-country layout, playing a four-person scramble format. The golf course was constructed using the back nine of the North Course to create a unique and challenging setup for all players. Congratulations to Scott Porter, Peter Moran, Tim Porter and Brad Mitchell who won 1st net by just .2 strokes when Scott Porter holed out with an incredible shot from the pool deck on the final hole. The team of Rick Allen, Jim DiGuglielmo, Dave Rossiter and Peter Thomson finished 2nd net with John Dennison, Tom Evans, Tom Mester and Randy Taylor in 3rd net. All three teams were just .6 strokes apart. In the gross division, the teams of John Bilek, Blake Cleary, E.J. Dealy, Todd Schiltz and Bob Aerenson, Erik Bradley, Ken Bubes and Carl Georigi finished tied for 1st gross. Thank you to everyone that participated in the 2020 Turkey Shoot, and congratulations to all of our winners! Please follow this link to view the tournament webpage where you will find full results from the event.

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GOLF

HISTORY CORNER New this month, we are taking a look back at some of the history of the club and the land it sits on. The property the club inhabits, 335 acres, was originally made up of two farms, the Martin farm and Clover Hill farm. These farms were acquired by H.F. duPont and his father Henry Algernon when they were building the Winterthur estate. The barn for the Martin farm is located next to our current grounds department, while the barn for the Clover Hill farm sits left of Hole 13 on the North Course. The stone wall between holes 6 and 7 on the South Course divided the two farms. There is still present the remnants of a gate post on the south side (Hole 3) of that stone wall, marking a driveway that led from Kirk Road to the Martin farm house. The Martin farm was primarily a produce farm that produced wheat, barley, corn, and alfalfa. It was also home to a large orchard with over 200 trees (apple and peach) and a six-acre vegetable garden. When the club acquired this land, part of the condition of the sale was that Mr. duPont could continue to use the orchard and garden for his personal use, which he did until his death in 1969. The original routing of the North Course in the 1960s played around the orchard, with the 9th hole playing as a par 3 to a green near our current practice putting green. The entrance road also made a 90 degree turn around the orchard. Later the 9th hole was routed directly through the orchard and the club’s entrance drive was straightened. Many of the original orchard plantings were restored in the late 1990’s for the enjoyment of our members. There are still two apple trees remaining in our current orchard from the original plantings. The larger of the two, “Red Spy”, was planted in 1932. Next month: A closer look at the Clover Hill farm.

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PROFESSIONAL STAFF UPDATE

PGA Professional Luke Grennan will be moving on from Wilmington after two seasons. While wintering in Florida, Luke recently accepted a position for next summer at the National Golf Links of America in Southampton, New York. It is certainly bittersweet as Luke was a terrific member of our team, but we are excited about this opportunity for continued professional advancement at NGLA. We wish Luke the very best! You if would like to send Luke a note, you can still reach him at: [email protected]

WOMEN’S 9-HOLE GOLFERS

2021 OFFICERS

President : Barbara Togman Vice President : Rosanne Cox Treasurer : Susan DiPietro

The officers of the 9-Hole Women’s Golf Group are enthusiastically looking ahead to 2021 and have set May 12, 2021 for our Opening Breakfast. In a meeting recently with Michael Shank, they discussed some ways to enhance our program, including playing the back nine for more events and having some skill specific clinics prior to or after Wednesday play. They also considered continuing the pre-ordered lunches that were initiated this spring.

As we all know, all activities will be subject to Covid protocols, if necessary.

WOMEN’S 18-HOLE GOLFERS

Ellen Cannon President

Pam Tikellis Vice-President

Pam McCrery Treasurer

Ginny Dellose Secretary

Keepan eyeout for your 18-HoleWomen’sGolf Associationmembership renewal letter inDecember. If you are interested in joining the 18-Holers or learning more about the events and tournaments we host, please contact President Ellen Cannon ([email protected]) or Membership Chair Kathy McCormick ([email protected]). We would love to have you join us. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all!

RACQUETS

A NOTE FROM RACQUETS What a wonderful sight from the Upper Parking Lot to see the new Racquets Facility with our new outdoor pickleball and tennis courts, new lounge, Racquets Shop, and our newly refurbished original tennis building and new tennis/sports facility. This new facility, now and post-COVID, will provide a great place for our WCC families to enjoy many sports activities. We recently held our annual Pickleball Club Championships. The winners are listed below. Pickleball continues to grow at Wilmington Country Club. Our weekly learn and play clinics are filled to the max and we have many weekly block bookings now for pickleball. With our new four outdoor courts we look forward to conducting pickleball leagues, match play and even tournaments. Come out and enjoy this fun, social and easy to learn game. Listed in The Bulletin are the many racquets activities that occur on a weekly basis. We hope you will enjoy playing any or all of these sports in a safe and healthful manner.

Ed McQuillin Director of Racquets

See you on the courts.

PICKLEBALL CLUB CHAMPIONSHIPS RECAP Ladies Doubles Winners: Cindy Prendergast/Milbrey Jacobs Finalists: Lelia Ferrer/Barbara Beck Men’s Doubles Winners: Adam Landis/Fauston Arellano Finalists: Tom Beck/Steve Ferrer Mixed Doubles Winners: Cindy Prendergast/Mark Mumford Finalists: Lelia and Steve Ferrer

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ADULT TENNIS CLINICS MEN Wednesday 6:00-7:00pm

Cardio Tennis Cardio Tennis

Saturday Saturday

8:00-9:00am 9:00-10:30am

Match Play

MIXED Thursday LADIES Monday Tuesday Tuesday

6:00-7:00pm

Mixed Cardio Tennis

8:45-10:00am 8:45-10:00am 8:45-10:00am 5:00-6:00pm 9:00-10:00am 8:45-10:00am 10:00-11:00am 9:00-10:00am 10:00-11:00am 8:30-10:00am

3.5+ Singles Clinic

3.0 Clinic 3.5+ Clinic

Wednesday

3.0 Singles Clinic 3.0 Cardio Tennis

Thursday

Friday Friday

4.0+ Clinic

3.5+ Cardio Tennis 3.0 Cardio Tennis 3.5+ Cardio Tennis

Saturday Saturday Sunday

3.0 Match Play

ADULT PICKLEBALL CLINICS

Tuesday Thursday

6:00-7:30pm 10:00-11:30am

Practice and Play Practice and Play

LADIES TENNIS LEAGUES We will be beginning in house ladies tennis leagues at the 3.0 and 3.5 levels beginning the week of December 1st through January 29th with no league matches from December 21-January 4. The weekly schedule will have 3.5 ladies league matches on Tuesdays from 11:30am-1:00pm and the 3.0 matches on Fridays from 11:30am- 1:00pm. We will have 12 openings each week or more if needed on foretees under 3.5 or 3.0 Ladies Tennis League. Matches will be set up by the racquet shop each week in advance with a designated indoor court. A scoring system will be used to accumulate points with the winners receiving a prize. Each match played will be worth one point and a won match each week will be an additional two points. The losing team if they go to a third set will also receive one point.

We hope you will have fun with this in house league this season. We will also run another league from January through March.

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PADDLE PROGRAM

DECEMBER PADDLE SCHEDULE

MEN’S LEAGUE

Men’s Monday Clinic: 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Men’s Monday Night Practice: 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

W1, W2 and W3 Teams (Thursdays) 7:00 pm

W4 Team (Wednesdays) 7:00 pm

WOMEN’S LEAGUE

Women’s Monday Cup 6 Practice: 11:45 am - 1:00 pm

Women’s Wednesday Cup 8 Practice: 11:45 am - 1:00 pm

Women’s Thursday Cup 5 Practice: 8:45 am - 10:00 am

Women’s Thursday Cup 2 Practice: 10:00 am - 11:15 am

Women’s Cup 3 and 8 Play Mondays: 9:30 am

Women’s Cup 5 and 6 Play Wednesdays: 9:30 am

Sunday Women’s League Play Sundays 11:00 am - 1:00 pm

WEEKLY CLINICS

Ladies Beginner Clinic: Fridays, 10:15 am

Ladies Clinic: Thursdays, 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Men’s Clinic: Mondays: 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm

Junior Clinic (11+): Mondays & Thursdays: 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Junior Clinic (7-10) Mondays & Thursdays: 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm

Members must sign up ahead of every paddle event on ForeTees. For more information, contact Lisa at

[email protected].

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SQUASH BUILDING GUIDELINES

These guidelines come from WCC, State of DE, and the US Squash Covid-19 Recommendations.

• Members and staff will wear face masks at all times within the facility in accordance with the State of Emergency Orders. Individuals are now required to wear masks and eye protection while playing. You may wear a mask and eye guards, or a mask and an IMask (squash specific) on the court. Eye mask shields available for purchase in the Racquet Shop. • WCC is allowing singles and doubles play. • Court Reservations are required for play. Please use the Foretees System or contact the Racquet Shop. Drop in play is not allowed. • Squash Building hours are from 7:00AM-8:30PM. Singles Court reservations will be one hour long; 45 minutes of play and then 15 Minutes to clean and then exit the building. Doubles Court reservations will be 75 minutes long; 60 minutes of play and then 15 Minutes to clean and the exit the building. Hand sanitizer, disinfectant wipes along with a Swiffer like tool to clean the walls will be available outside court 1, between courts 2 and 3 singles, and between the doubles courts. Please help by cleaning all touch points and back and side walls up to six feet high after using the court. Remember, WCC has newly sanded squash floors. Be mindful not to spill or over spray on the walls to avoid getting any fluid on the floors. • Players must apply hand sanitizer or wash their hands prior to entering and when leaving the court. • It is best if members can flick the ball against the wall to pick it up, or use their foot to lift the ball. Using the racquet to toss the ball to serve is also recommended. • Players should do their best to keep their hands off the walls. Each player should bring a towel on to the court and keep it at the tin. Headbands and wristbands work well too. Remember, WCC has newly sanded squash floors. Please do not bring any beverages on the court. • Please enter the squash building through the breezeway entrance or the Racquet Shop, and then exit through the double doors nearest the flag pole. • Players will use a designated area for their bags, marked on the ground outside each court, and use their own equipment. Players should bring their own towels and water bottles. Please leave water bottles off court. • No spectators are allowed in the squash building for viewing at this point. • Private lessons are being offered for both singles and doubles; however maximum of two students on the singles and three on the doubles court. The Squash ball machine is for lessons only and will only be touched by the squash professionals and cleaned between sessions. • There will be no guests allowed at this time. • If you are not feeling well, or have a fever, please stay at home.

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JUNIOR RACQUETS

2020-2021 JUNIOR TENNIS PROGRAM Mission Statement : “To provide an athlete-centered environment encouraging kids to become creative problem solvers and conscientious teammates through innovative practices and competitions.” JUNIOR HOT SHOTS

Red 3 (7-8 years) Players will solidify their technical base with a strong emphasis on rallying with topspin. We will introduce different point play tactics and how to use them. This class will prepare players to transition to the Orange court and ball. Kids will play on a 36’ court with a Red ball and use 19’’-23’’ racquets.

The full list of session dates and junior clinic policies are listed below. Class times are subject to change due to indoor court availability. Munchkins (3-4 years) Players are introduced to tennis through a variety of fun, skill-building activities. The primary focus is on developing a strong athletic foundation through high emphasis on agility, balance and coordination. Players will work on proper technique and learn tennis terminology, including the names of the parts of a tennis court, strokes, and grips as they work together in teams. Kids will play on a 36’ court with the Red ball and use 19’’ racquets.

Level: Advanced *Players have completed five sessions of Red 2.

Wednesday 3:45pm-4:30pm Saturday 10:00am-11:00am Orange Hot Shots (9-10 years)

Players will focus on developing a solid technical base in movement and strokes including ball control. They will also learn rules and basic strategy and incorporate in point play situations. Kids will play on a 60’ court with the Orange ball and use 23’’-25’’ racquets.

Level: Beginner Tuesday 3:45pm-4:30pm Wednesday 3:45pm-4:30pm Saturday 10:15am-11:00am Red 1 (5-6 years)

Level: Beginner & Intermediate Tuesday 4:30pm-5:30pm

Wednesday 4:30pm-5:30pm Saturday 11:00am-12:00pm Green & Yellow Hot Shots (11-13 years)

Players will continue to build their athletic foundation as they practice their technical base. We will introduce rallying with the coach as they still work together in teams. Kids will play on a 36’ court with the Red ball and use 19’’-23’’ racquets.

Players will focus on developing a solid technical base in movement and strokes including ball control. They will also learn rules and basic strategy and incorporate in point play situations. Kids will play on a 78’ court with Green Dot and Yellow balls and use 26’’-27’’ racquets.

Level: Beginner Tuesday 3:45pm-4:30pm Wednesday 3:45pm-4:30pm Sunday 2:15pm-3:00pm Red 2 (7-8 years)

Level: Beginner & Intermediate Tuesday 4:30pm-5:30pm Wednesday 4:30pm-5:30pm

Players will continue to build their athletic foundation as they work more on their technical base. In this class they will rally with the coach and also with one another. We will also introduce matchplay focusing on where they stand and how to keep score as well as hitting with topspin. Kids will play on a 36’ court with the Red ball and use 19’’-23’’ racquets.

Sunday 3:00pm-4:00pm High School (14+ years)

Primary focus will be on refining doubles and singles tactics specifically designed to prepare players for Spring High School tennis team tryouts and season. Kids are encouraged to play on WCC Jr. League Teams.

Level: Beginner Tuesday 3:45pm-4:30pm Wednesday 3:45pm-4:30pm Sunday 1:30pm-2:15pm

Level: Beginner & Intermediate Tuesday 5:30pm-6:45pm Wednesday 5:30pm-6:45pm Saturday 11:00am-12:00pm

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JUNIOR ACADEMY These classes are for players who meet WCC Jr. Tennis Pathway parameters and want to pursue more competitive opportunities. Academy players will be encouraged to play on our Junior League Teams, as well as compete in both District (DE), Sectional (DE, NJ, PA) USTA tournaments. Classes will include on- court playing and off-court fitness training portions. All players who register for the full session will receive an End of Session Player Review. Class times are subject to change due to indoor court availability. Orange Academy Players will refine their Athletic Development, Movement, and Stroke Competency as they continue to develop expertise in each area of the court. Kids are encouraged to play in USTA Level 8 Orange Ball tournaments and Orange Ball Leagues.

Level: Advanced Monday 4:00pm-5:15pm Thursday 4:00pm-5:15pm Friday 4:00pm-5:15pm Green Academy

Players will continue to develop their shot making ability and be introduced to specific competitive patterns of play. Kids are encouraged to play in USTA Level 7 Green Dot tournaments and participate on the WCC Green Dot Jr. League Teams.

Level: Advanced Monday 4:00pm-5:15pm Thursday 4:00pm-5:15pm Friday 4:00pm-5:15pm Yellow Academy

Players will be perfecting their individual style of play and learning how to combat opposing styles. Players will practice offensive and defensive patterns of play and sharpening the tools needed to execute them at the highest level. Kids are encouraged to play USTA Level 6 tournaments and participate on WCC Jr. League Teams.

Level: Advanced Monday 5:15pm-7:15pm Thursday 5:15pm-7:15pm Friday 5:15pm-7:15pm 2020-2021 JUNIOR TENNIS PROGRAM SESSION DATES Session 1: September 8-November 1 Session 2: November 2-December 20 (No Classes on 11/25-11/27) Holiday Clinics: December 28-December 30

Session 3: January 4-February 21 Session 4: February 22-April 11 Session 5: April 12-May 30

Class Size Policy : To ensure each player receives the best quality of instruction we will be limiting class sizes to 6 players per court. Classes will also need at least three players for the program to go forward. Make Up Class Policy : Kids can make up two classes in the following session. If your child is not able to come, please let us know so that players on the waiting list or who’d like to drop in are able to join the class that day. Drop-In Policy : Kids are able to drop-in into any appropriate level class that is not full (6 kids). The drop-in rate is slightly higher per class than registering for the entire session.

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FITNESS

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

“You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.” – C.S. Lewis FITNESS CENTER REMINDER • Keep your mask on at all times. • Clean everything you touch. • Social distance. • Try not to face other people while exercising to protect those around you from your elevated breathing. It has been shown that breathing while exercising can spread particulate up to 20ft. • Keep your workout contained to one area. • Try not to circuit train. Circuit training increases the chances of someone using a contaminated piece of equipment. • If you don’t feel 100% do not come to the Fitness Center. FITNESS MYTH BUSTER Myth: “MORE IS BETTER” More is more. More is not always better. More is simply more. Sometimes less is more. Eating healthy food is great. Eating more good food from healthy recipes will still make you gain fat. More is not better. Doing 2 or 3 sets of an exercise with strict form and controlled reps is more effective than 4 or 5 sets with less than perfect form and half the effort. More is more, not necessarily better. When it comes to fitness goals, whether it be eating, lifting, training, or cardio workouts – the more accurate rule of thumb should be “more efficient is better.” NEW YOU IN THE NEW YEAR Description : This challenge is a perfect way to start off the New Year strong, combining elements of fitness, nutrition, and wellness. Daily physical activity and good nutrition will give you points, making it a fun way to track and award yourself. Healthy habits are rewarding! Broaden the spectrum to include physical activity beyond your normal routine: try a class, consult with a trainer, do a different workout out of your comfort zone, etc. Try incorporating wellness-based tasks: mediation, volunteering, limit screen time, limit caffeine, and stay clutter-free. CHALLENGE Duration : 8 weeks

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FITNESS EXERCISE TECHNIQUE Tip On: Proper Form when Weight Training

Weight Training Properly: You don’t have to be a bodybuilder or professional athlete to reap the benefits of weight training. When done correctly, weight training can help you lose fat, increase your strength and muscle tone, and improve your bone density. If done incorrectly, however, weight training won’t give you these benefits & may even lead to injury. The necessity of proper form and technique: If you’re just getting started, work with a knowledgeable weight training specialist, a PT/trainer who’s familiar with proper weight training technique. TPI SCREENING ELITE PHYSICAL THERAPY Improve your Golf Game with a TPI Screen from Elite PT! Through an assessment, our certified physical therapist will assess for areas of limited flexibility or strength that may be causing pain with your game, or even worse, inconsistent or poor play. From there, we will provide you with at-home exercises that can be implemented in your regimen to improve consistency, reduce pain, and keep you on the course. Whether your goal is to be able to get through a round of golf without lower back pain or to be more consistent with your ball striking, a TPI screen is a great option to help you reach your goals on the golf course. Call Elite Physical Therapy at (302) 477-1536.

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OUTDOOR FITNESS CLASSES Monday : 10:00 am - 11:00 am - Senior Fitness

Instructor: Mary Harrison. Senior fit is the ideal class for the 55+ that puts the focus on strength, balance and overall health and wellness. Thursday : 6:00 am - 7:00 am - Warm Flow Vinyasa Instructor: Beth Sheehy. Start your day with an invigorating sunrise Vinyasa practice. Physically challenging yet mentally calming this 6am class is a great way to connect mind body & breath. Leave feeling centered and empowered! Friday : 9:00 am - 10:00 am - Tri-Fit Instructor: Mary Harrison. Tri-Fit the perfect class that melds the trifecta of strength, flexibility and cardio to create an hour of full body goodness.

Classes will be moved into the Indoor Tennis Courts when the cold weather sets in.

Members should sign up on the Club website on Mind Body since space is limited. Please bring your own mat for the class.

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