PRIVATE CLUB MATTERS LET S TALK HANDICAPS JANUARY 2013 INSIDE THIS ISSUE MONTHLY EVENTS JANUARY 4, 11 TRIVIA NIGHT 6:30 PM PGA COUNTRY CLUB

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1 PRIVATE CLUB MATTERS JANUARY 2013 LET S TALK HANDICAPS Your Handicap Committee in conjunction with the Golf Professional staff is monitoring the handicaps of all of our members. This is particularly important at this time of year as we enter into the heart of our tournament season. One of our main objectives is to maintain the integrity of the handicap system and provide a level playing field for all participants in each tournament, giving everyone a chance to win. We ask your cooperation in making sure you post all scores. We also request that the leader of any member organized groups assign a member of their group to ensure all postings. The golf shop staff will post all Ladies Day and events and all tournaments organized and conducted the Club. We wish to remind you that if you are out of a given hole in a competitive environment that you post a score which in your opinion is the logical number you would have achieved. This will also help with the Expected Pace of Play that was covered in the December newsletter. The Committee will also monitor any consistent winners of all events we classify as tournaments. *See the list at the bottom of this article.* The USGA Handicap Manual recommends that penalties be enforced if this condition exists. All scores from tournaments in the list will be posted as Tournament Scores. We encourage our members to Play it Forward to enhance the enjoyment of the game and again, help with the Expected Pace of Play. However, make sure you post your score accurately for the tees that were used. We should point out that there is a term called Second Adjustment by the USGA for further adjustments in completion where players compete from a different set of tees. We encourage all of our members to contact any member of the Handicap Committee if you are aware of a situation which may impede the integrity of the USGA handicap system. The Big 4 The Ladies Member-Member The Men s Member-Member The Couples Club Championship The Ladies Club Championship The Men s Club Championship The Handicap Committee, Bob Unrath, Chairman Jim Burchell Kris Hodgkinson INSIDE THIS ISSUE LET S TALK HANDICAPS 48 HOUR CANCELLATION POLICY HAPPY HOUR JANUARY BIRTHDAYS GOLF TIP OF THE MONTH CULINARY EXPO AND WINE PAIRING PRACTICE CLUB WINTER 2013 HOLIDAY PARTY PHOTOS MONTHLY EVENTS JANUARY 4, 11 TRIVIA NIGHT 6:30 PM NEW NIGHT! JANUARY 16 TRIVIA NIGHT 6:30 PM JANUARY 18 SHRIMP NIGHT BY RESERVATION JANUARY 24, 25 PRIME RIB NIGHT BY RESERVATION

PAGE 2 OF 6 48 HOUR CANCELLATION POLICY Effective January 1, 2013 Reservations made for Food & Beverage must be cancelled a least 48 hours in advance to avoid charges to your member account.

This may include Food & Beverage events that have a corresponding Golf Outing. HAPPY HOUR Please note that our Summer Drink Promotion is ending this month.

2 PAGE 2 OF 6 48 HOUR CANCELLATION POLICY Effective January 1, 2013 Reservations made for Food & Beverage must be cancelled a least 48 hours in advance to avoid charges to your member account. Please note that Holiday and Special Events may have different cancellation policies. Exceptions to the 48 Hour Cancellation Policy will be included in promotional materials for individual events. This may include Food & Beverage events that have a corresponding Golf Outing. HAPPY HOUR Please note that our Summer Drink Promotion is ending this month. Happy Hour will be from 1:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Country Club and 1:00 PM to close at the Golf Club. Happy Hour specials include half price on House Beer, House Wine and Well Drinks. JANUARY BIRTHDAYS Stop by the Golf Club or Country Club Golf Shop to receive a gift and 30% OFF your next apparel purchase. Cannot be combined with any other discounts. Expires on your birthday next year. Eugene Antuna 2nd James Walker 2nd Ethel Keeley 2nd Sheila Kramer 3rd Steve Guthrie 3rd Stephen MarcAntonio Ruthie Meyers 4th James Caputo 4th Jan Rocchetti 4th Jeffrey Surniak 5th Boo Whan Pyun 7th Jack Pantano 10th Brett Braasch 16th Vince Sartoris 16th Mary Funk 18th John Felici 18th Doris Crum 19th Richard Parker 19th Gregg Ney 19th Jace McCarron 19th Michael Heidler 20th Carol Hager 20th Sue Liberto 20th Jui Lai 21st Ronald DeVries 22nd Ernest Farris 23rd Buck Teeter 23rd Tom Ragnarsson 25th Butch Marcelle 26th Carolyn Arnell-Stubbs 26th Holly Birnel 27th Norma Bullis 28th Stewart Lang28th Thomas Paradiso 29th John Uttley 29th HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Did we miss your birthday? Please contact Ashley at ext. 100 or acourtney@pgahq.com.

PAGE 3 OF 6 GOLF TIP OF THE MONTH JUST A FEW THINGS RIGHT By Jamie Fordyce, PGA One thing that I often say to my students, is to swing the club properly you only have to do a few things right.

away. The first thing is to rest the bottom of the club flat on the ground and the shaft facing the target; this is the natural position for the club and if set correctly will start back in the

3 PAGE 3 OF 6 GOLF TIP OF THE MONTH JUST A FEW THINGS RIGHT By Jamie Fordyce, PGA One thing that I often say to my students, is to swing the club properly you only have to do a few things right. Keeping in mind that you want to swing the club in a circle as you swing away from the ball, hence you need to stand in a position that ensures that a circle is the only path you can take the club away. The first thing is to rest the bottom of the club flat on the ground and the shaft facing the target; this is the natural position for the club and if set correctly will start back in the circle we want. Also at your set-up position, hold the club securely in your left hand, relaxed in your right hand with your left arm higher than your right arm at the starting position. The ball needs to be positioned off the left side of your face with all the clubs except the driver, which is off the left instep. The swinging of the club and the turning of your body is controlled completely with your left hand and arm. The speed of your swing is also controlled by your left arm. Relax your shoulders so you can complete your backswing. To maintain your balance as you swing the club, stand taller and closer to the ball than you normally would and bend your knees so your hips stay over your ankles as you swing. Remember that your starting position will determine what kind of swing you will make, any pressure on your right hand during or before the swing will throw your swing off balance causing needless misses. If you focus on these few things you will be able to hit all types of shots and you will be less anxious and more confident over the ball. CULINARY EXPO AND WINE PAIRING Have you ever thought while dining at the club, I wonder how that was made C U L I N A R Y E PO If the answer to that question is yes, then our new Culinary Expos will be the perfect night out for you! Sit back with a glass of wine and enjoy the evening, as you watch one of our talented Chefs prepare a meal right in front of you, then indulge in their creations! Join us for this unique experience on January 30 th, February 20 th and March 20 th. More details TBA. Be sure to make your reservations right away, as there will be limited seating at these events. Culinary Expos at PGA Country Club will include a 3 course meal, paired with wine. Members will be encouraged to interact with the Chef and ask questions. Your Culinary Experience Awaits

4 PAGE 4 OF 6 PRACTICE CLUB WINTER 2013 Dear Members: With the great success of the Practice Club, I will be offering another opportunity to join this worthwhile learning experience. The Practice Club is open to all members no matter what your skill level. My focus will be on is improving all aspects of your game by determining what elements of your game need the most work and then show you how to correct your mistakes with proper use of your practice time while making practice more interesting. We will start with a skills test to accurately evaluate all parts of your game to determine which areas need the most improvement, I will then customize a plan tailored to each individual s needs. You can think of me as your golf coach as I will be here to assist and answer any questions or concerns about your golf game and take you through the challenges this game offers. The cost for the series is $ per student and the sessions will last about 60 minutes. Practice Club alumni receive a 10% discount. Jamie Fordyce, PGA Private Club Lead Instructor Jfordyce@pgahq.com or Practice Club Dates: 10:00 AM Golf Club Driving Range Choose which day of the week you would like to come for this eight lesson series. Monday Group January 7, 21, 28 February 4, 11, 18, 25 March 4 Tuesday Group January 8, 22, 29 February 5, 12, 19, 26 March 5 Wednesday Group January 2, 9, 23, 30 February 6, 13, 20, 27 Thursday Group January 3, 10, 24, 31 February 7, 14, 21, 28 REMINDER: DINNER WILL BE OFFERED AT PGA GOLF CLUB STARTING JANUARY 4TH, ON FRIDAY AND SATURDAY EVENINGS, FROM 5:30 PM TO 8:00 PM.

5 PAGE 5 OF 6 HOLIDAY PARTY PHOTOS DECEMBER 9, 2012

6 FEBRUARY 2013 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 Trivia Night 2 Member Course(s) 3 4 Water Aero A La Carte Dinner 5 Ladies Day 6 Water Aero 7 8 Trivia 9 Jr Novice Water Aero A La Carte Dinner 12 Ladies Day Hearts & Roses 13 Water Aero Trivia 14 Couples Club Champ & Valentine s Dinner/Dance 15 Shrimp Night 16 CC & W Water Aero Ladies Mem-Guest 19 Ladies Mem-Guest 20 Water Aero 21 Prime Rib Night 22 Prime Rib Night Mixed Doubles Water Aero A La Carte Dinner 26 Ladies Day 27 Water Aero 28

PRIVATE CLUB MATTERS NEW YEAR S EVE PARTY FEBRUARY 2013 INSIDE THIS ISSUE MONTHLY EVENTS NEW YEAR S EVE PARTY FOCUS ON SHORT GAME FEBRUARY BIRTHDAYS

PRIVATE CLUB MATTERS NEW YEAR S EVE PARTY FEBRUARY 2013 INSIDE THIS ISSUE MONTHLY EVENTS NEW YEAR S EVE PARTY FOCUS ON SHORT GAME FEBRUARY BIRTHDAYS PRIVATE CLUB MATTERS FEBRUARY 2013 NEW YEAR S EVE PARTY INSIDE THIS ISSUE NEW YEAR S EVE PARTY FOCUS ON SHORT GAME FEBRUARY BIRTHDAYS GOLF TIP OF THE MONTH CULINARY EXPOS NEW YEAR S EVE PARTY CONTINUED