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Multnomah Athletic Club’s mission: Enrich lives, foster friendships, and build upon traditions of excellence in athletic, wellness, and social programs.
JULY 2022 | VOL. 111 No. 07
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Contents FEATURED
27 | MAC Scholar Athletes
Meet the new MAC Scholar Athletes, and learn about how this investment in individuals strengthens the community.
Jenny Kim, Jennifer Strait, Mary Manilla, and Ryan Chiotti at the All Committee Dinner
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COMMUNICATIONS TEAM Stephanie Cameron Director Molly Brown Project Manager Brandon Davis Photographer Kari Kohrmann Graphic Designer Laura Lawrence Digital Content Specialist Adam Linnman Communications Manager Carina Mears Connery Communications Coordinator Julia Omelchuck Graphic Designer/ Ad Services Coordinator Kelly Robb Marketing Manager Jake Ten Pas Senior Copywriter
C LU B N EW S 11 | Faces of MAC 15 | DEI 19 | Campus Master Plan 22 | Stadium Terrace Facelift 23 | House Committee 24 | In Memoriam 25 | MAF Tributes
C U L I NARY 34-35 Sunset Bistro Paella Night
EVENTS 36-41 Ladies Golf Happy Hours
WELLNESS 48-53 Being Active Outdoors Sports Concussions
54 | Beyond MAC
Go beyond the clubhouse to learn how MAC staff and committees create opportunities so big no set of walls can contain them.
AT H L E T I C S 58 | Basketball 62 | Karate 64 | Squash 66 | Artistic Swim 67 | Fitness 68 | Tennis 70 | Volleyball 5 | President’s Column 7 | GM’s Column 9 | AD’s Column 69 | Walk Across America 71 | Scoreboard 72 | MAC Marketplace 72 | Advertiser Index 74 | Tell Your Story
ON THE COVER Members have more fun. For proof, check out the expanded Scrapbook section, featuring athletics, social events, and some silly shenanigans. Design by Kari Kohrmann
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PRESIDENT’S COLUMN Committee Chairs STANDING
Audit Kyle Goulard Athletic Andrew Randles Budget and Finance Kyle Goulard Communications Amanda Harvey Diversity Admissions Maryam Boulori Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Debbie Bensching House Emily Yensen Member Events Mary DiOrio Membership Allison Lee Property Marc Monaghan BOARD
Food & Beverage Rich Director Human Resources Mike Mathews Land Use Kia Selley Technology Eric Miller SPECIALIZED
Arts Susan Kerr Community Involvement Sheri Anderson Investments Doug Post SPORT
Artistic Swimming Marni Davis Basketball Jon MacDonald Climbing Reniera Eddy Cycling Bryan Leslie Dance Ulrike Devoto Early Birds Bill Zander Fitness & Decathlon Steve Brown Golf Larry Vanlaningham Group Exercise Jacqueline Depasse Gymnastics Sara Vanderhoff Handball Conor Casey Karate Mark Twietmeyer Outdoor Activities Program Laura Johnson-Graham Pickleball Mark Jansa Pilates Lisanne Butterfield Racquetball Sanjay Bedi Ski Ken Park Squash Byron Gaddis Swim Brad Fennell Tennis Martin Bleeck Triathlon & Running Dave Hanna Volleyball Darcy Henderson Walking & Hiking Ann Blume Water Fitness Linda Hering Water Volleyball Steve Watson Yoga Miki Chown
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pring truly sprang this year at MAC as events continued to return after being put on hold because of the pandemic. It was exciting to see the return of the All-Committee Dinner (ACD), the Father-Daughter Mary Turina Dance, a Balladeers PRESIDENT concert, and countless team end-of-the-year banquets, just to name a few. It’s been a long journey, but MAC continues to come back more and more every day, and the ever-present excitement at the club and among the community is undeniable. Also, a special shoutout goes to the Membership Committee for winning the ACD’s table decorating contest.
Serving the Community It’s no secret that service and giving back to the community is a major part of my life. Many in the MAC community share the same sentiment, and that service sentiment is regularly on full display, especially within the committee system. Record numbers of members are part of MAC’s 53 committees. This dedicated crew (which is close to 500 members!) is deeply engaged in the club, continues to work hard by volunteering their time, and helps ensure MAC runs smoothly. I am inspired by their work and commitment daily.
Members also continually volunteer their time outside the club. In June, I had the privilege of joining Board of Trustees’ Secretary Mike Mathews and other committee members to partner with the Trail Keepers of Oregon. We got down and dirty sawing logs and provided some trail maintenance at Ecola State Park and Indian Beach.
The Multnomah Athletic Foundation (MAF) is another great example of service within the MAC community. Members routinely give their time, insight, and financial resources to support education and power athletic participation. Members are also MAF scholarship readers, grant readers, and committee members. This year 30 volunteers came together on six teams to deliberate and consider 84 nominations from local high schools. Ultimately, they selected the 2022 cohort of MAC Scholar Athletes. You can read more about this year’s amazing Scholar Athletes on page 27 of this issue of The Winged M.
And thanks to all of those who heard our call for help in June and volunteered at the Starlight Parade and Run. It was a successful, albeit rainy, night because of you.
Summer is a state of mind I hope everyone enjoys some great family and vacation time this summer. While summertime is typically “quiet time” around the club for activities, it’s one of the busiest times as the board and committees focus on achieving this year’s established goals and initiatives. As a reminder, our Project Management Office (PMO) is an internal group that standardizes the project management processes throughout the club, ensuring consistency and timely completion of projects. As trustees, we continue to work closely with PMO to drive toward completing this year’s planned projects and set the table for the future.
We are also looking to the future as we set the club’s strategic priorities for the year — and years — ahead. This work is in process, with major committees working to define their priorities in advance of starting the 2023 budget process. The entire board and its officers remain committed to serving our entire community, no matter the time of year. Happy Fourth of July, and have a great summer!
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20s/30s Tori Buck Balladeers Jon Lee Culture and Style Kelly Director Family Events Lindsey Hern Holiday Decorating Bridget Connolly MelloMacs Natalie Willes Social Activities Shaunmarie Gutbezahl
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MANAGER’S COLUMN Board of Trustees President Mary Turina Vice President Marilyn Whitaker Secretary Mike Mathews Treasurer Kyle Goulard Trustees Nathan Ayotte Ryan Chiotti Jenny Kim Mary Manilla Richard Maxwell Alison Rosenblum Jennifer Strait Katherine O. VanZanten General Manager Charles Leverton Executive Leadership Team Tech & Portfolio Director Matt Abraham Finance & Accounting Director Mary Averette Chief of Staff Laura Boley Communications Director Stephanie Cameron Athletic Director Valerie Johnson HR Director Amy Mattson Club Operations Senior Director John Sterbis
Senior Leadership Team Portfolio Manager Patrick Martin Food & Beverage Director Erik Anderson Fitness & Wellness Manager Maddy Sweeney Assistant Athletic Director Chad Failla Retail Manager Conrad Hulen Strategy & Special Projects Manager Nathan Loomis Technology Senior Manager Mark Marcelline Facilities Director Daniel Newell Member Services Manager Kevin Pollack
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m hearing frequently, as I connect with members walking the halls of our club, about our collective surprise that we have already arrived at summer. Our month of June gloom has ended Charles Leverton and hopefully this GENERAL MANAGER message (written on a rainy Sunday in mid-June) finds us all basking in the beauty of the Oregon sun. This will be another busy MAC summer packed with amazing programming that will have you and your loved ones busy making lifelong memories!
Speaking of memories, there is a strong proven correlation between experiencing novel or impactful events and our perceptions of how fast time passes. Time tends to “fly when you are having fun.” However, when looking back at those same moments, many of us fondly recall that period of time as having lasted seemingly forever. An “endless summer” will be experienced as a flash in the moment, but remembered as a long succession of cherished events. If these statements bear any truth, then many of our members have arguably lived some of the longest perceived lives in the city. Our community has been delivering exceptional events for more than a century. We have celebrated thousands of your families’ cherished moments, such as weddings, anniversaries, and birthdays. For decades, we have filled our halls with laughter, friendship, and the memories of lives well-lived. We have not ceased to find ways to create those special moments. This month’s issue highlights some of these shared memories we have built together.
Athletics Movement and play are at the core of our community’s mission. On average, we move more than 2000 of you daily. That’s easily more than anyone else in the city, and it arguably puts us in an elite category of fitness
facilities nationally. Even during the COVID peak, our teams – Early Birds, juniors, and everyone in-between – kept finding ways to keep us sweating and elevating our heart rates. We climbed, dribbled, and swam our way through the past few years with smiles on our faces. We saw the resurgence of our club tournaments as our best athletes dominated sports within the club, regionally, and nationally. We honored these athletes at our annual Celebration of Champions (my first in-person since becoming GM), where we were reminded of the impressive grit displayed by these amazing competitors. Our passion is unstoppable, and members of all ages have flooded back to the wonderous sounds of a community at play, one centered on health and dedicated to the idea of the lifelong athlete.
Social Being one of the nation’s healthiest communities means we must do more than just move. Connection with others is at the core of any healthy lifestyle, and few can match our ability to celebrate, commune, and sometimes just throw a good, old-fashion party. This year, I was lucky enough to attend my first in-person fashion show, we created a new tradition with our Trunk or Treat event, and we absolutely filled the halls with joy during our annual holiday celebrations.
Our updated events strategy also has increased our opportunity to connect as a community. We now favor events that activate as many members as possible, resulting in a broad spectrum of novel opportunities. These include wine dinners, Third Thursdays in Mporium, and a bevy of events to celebrate our diverse experiences. Our restaurants also are thriving again, and we are ready to build many more memories with you.
As you prepare for the upcoming Fourth of July weekend, I hope you enjoy the walk down memory lane put together for you in the magazine this month. Our staff will toast you as we gather with our families and friends to celebrate how far we all have come as a community.
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ello MAC Community,
Summer is finally here! While Oregon summers are always much anticipated, summer 2022 feels a bit different.
A few weeks ago, MAC welcomed Valerie Johnson hundreds of excited ATHLETIC DIRECTOR young members into an abundance of summer camps and classes. For many employees, the most noticeable difference from last summer has been the gift of seeing smiling faces as they dribble basketballs down the court or head off on local adventures. Much like the needed sunshine, most of us can agree that the warmth of a smile brings so much joy. So, this July, I propose a challenge to the MAC community. No matter your age, I encourage you to approach this month with the same joy and enthusiasm as our youngest members who arrived for summer camp!
Here are some ideas: • Step out of your comfort zone, and try something new. Did you know your Court Sports team has joined forces with the Volleyball coaches to offer Adult Open Play Volleyball? Channel your best Maverick and Goose (minus the sand) and show us your best serve.
• Do you wish it was a Summer Olympics year? You can still get your gymnastics fix by attending an Adult Gymnastics class. Be sure to stretch, and register online.
• Feel the sun and wind on your face during a Wednesday or Thursday Ride led by MAC’s Cycling Committee. Contact cycling@themac.com to see which ride is best for you.
• Connect with other members at the MAC Professionals Business Networking Group on Wednesday, July 13. I attended last month and met some fantastic people! Be sure to register online or with At Your Service. This list could go on and on. There are endless possibilities for MAC members to sample new activities or stick with the tried and true. From the staff perspective, we truly are honored and humbled to support members in their endeavors. We strive to create an environment where you can relax, reenergize, and engage with others.
As we enter the second half of the year, the Athletics and Fitness Managers Team, in partnership with the Athletic Committees, will look at our current programs to determine what we are doing well, what we can improve, and where we can grow. We continue to focus on the 2022 Keys to Success: Stabilize the Business, Prepare for the Future, and Focus on Member Value. The Athletics & Wellness team aims to build strong foundations for existing and future programs, develop ways to engage our diverse membership in athletic activities, and empower our athletics and fitness experts to deliver first-class experiences. The work we do now will set us up to make 2023 a transformative year. Our team is looking forward to providing a variety of on-ramps for members of all ages and levels to experience MAC offerings, with intentional program partnerships.
At the core of all our conversations as a staff and with committees, I hope we can always keep our “why” at the forefront. While each member of our community may have a different answer to “Why am I a MAC member?,” I believe the themes would be related to community, health and wellness, competition, and fun! GO MAC!
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FACES OF MAC A native Nebraskan, new MAC Court Supervisor Aaron Johnson grew up in the shadow of Chimney Rock and the pioneer stories of those heading to Oregon. After graduating from college in Sioux City, IA, where he wrestled, Johnson decided to head west and see why those early pioneers were heading to Oregon. “Pioneers were coming here because of the climate and soil. They heard you could grow anything here, and that’s been proven time and again,” Johnson says. “I prefer this climate to that of the Nebraska Panhandle. Below zero in winter and over one hundred in the summer is too much.” Johnson also has found that he could grow his career in Oregon, and having been here for more than a decade, he’s worked for a parks and recreation department, Special Olympics Oregon, and even the first winery in the Willamette Valley, Eyrie Vineyards. “They were the first winery to plant Pinot gris in the New World. I learned a lot at Eyrie that I believe will help me here. Most importantly, I learned not to judge a book by its cover. Some of the best customers showed up wearing athletic clothes and ratty shoes. A lot of times they were the most knowledgeable and bought the most wines. That meant everyone needed the same respect. I also learned we all have different tastes. Not everyone is going to like what I like and vice versa. Some people really like that buttery, rich California-style Chardonnay. Others, such as myself, prefer a dryer and lighter, more Burgundian or Oregon style.” “So far at MAC, I really like the variety of the job. It combines a lot of my previous experiences quite well: the programs of parks and rec, the sports of Special Olympics, and the hospitality of wine. My previous jobs were a little more narrow, and this is slightly more broad.” If Johnson isn’t at work, he’s probably enjoying all that Oregon has to offer with his wife and two dogs, or watching his favorite sports teams, especially the Cornhuskers.
Reba Booze, a 2021 MAC Scholar Athlete from Portland’s Benson Polytechnic High School, is part of the 2022 Portland Rose Festival Court. She is involved in Student Body Government, National Honors Society, the Diversity Club, Black Student Union, and Climate Team. Booze competes in volleyball, cheer, and track, and is among the PIL district’s top three athletes in the 100-meter hurdles. Being deeply and enthusiastically involved is an integral part Booze’s life. She says being a part of the annual tradition of the Rose Festival Court seemed like a perfect fit and a
Booze serves as Benson’s student body executive secretary, is a member of the Student Athletic Leadership Team, and works as a guide at Camp Elso, an experience-based outdoor life science program. “One of my proudest moments in high school was being hired to spread awareness of Portland’s cultural environment through an intensive yearlong paid internship called Tappin’ Roots,” she states. “In my spare time, I enjoy being active in the outdoors and being in touch with nature.
“I hope to develop new skills through practice and the guidance of those who are more knowledgeable and experienced. As a young person devoted to medicine and science, I would love to be among those who value relevant research in today’s society.”
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dream come true. Booze is passionate about community, meeting new people, and enjoying the opportunities around her. Rose Court is one of her current community efforts with its focus on promoting community outreach and volunteerism, networking, and mentoring opportunities while supporting the Rose Festival history and tradition.
Destiny Rodriguez is getting ready for a summer of whirlwind travel plans — hopping from Madrid, Spain, to Fargo, North Dakota, to Colorado Springs, Colorado, to Sofia, Bulgaria. This might seem like an odd itinerary for a teenager from West Linn, Oregon. Unless you consider Rodriguez is representing team U.S.A. at the World Wrestling Championship this summer as the reigning national champion in her weight class. Continued on page 13
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FACES OF MAC Continued from page 11 Destiny Rodriguez started wrestling when she was 6. While she always enjoyed the sport, she never took it as a serious athletic pursuit until a few years ago. Since then, she has excelled at the sport. A junior at West Linn High School, Rodriguez has won three state championships and made her second U.S. team winning the world team trials in Fort Worth, Texas, in May.
“I am super excited to be going to worlds this year,” says Rodriguez. “I missed the team last year, and it was really upsetting. I have worked hard to win this year, and I was really happy to make the team again.” Rodriguez, and the nine other women on the U-20 team, start their summer in Madrid, where they will compete in an international grand prix tournament before stopping in Fargo, North Dakota, for a high school competition. Then it’s on to the Olympic Training Center, where the team will train together before leaving for Bulgaria, where the World Championship is set to start Aug. 15.
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“The thing I am looking forward to the most is being with the team,” says Rodriguez. “There are people from all over the U.S., and I really enjoy getting to know the girls. I make friends every time I get to travel.”
For now, Rodriguez is working on finishing up her final online semester of her junior year. But you might see her around the MAC lifting weights or working on her recovery as she gets ready to take on the international competition. Rodriguez was selected as a MAC Scholar Athlete in 2021.
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DEI Committee Develops Strategies for Year Ahead
Partners in Inclusion Event at MAC. (above) Smita Tomkoria, John Vinh, Vuong Vu and Ilsa Feierabend. (below) Foday Kabba and Ann Edmunds.
inclusion with a lens toward how they fit within our community. Defining the terms was an important first step toward a common understanding of the concepts.
During this new committee year, we are focused on defining high-level goals, strategies, and concrete actions that the committee can take while fulfilling its mission to amplify TIM GUNTHER
As the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee continues its journey in developing and integrating appropriate principles of DEI into the programming, traditions, and culture of our club, it’s crucial to keep members informed. In June 2021, the committee published an article outlining developed narratives for the terms diversity, equity, and
under-represented voices and increase the diverse representation of members within our community. The committee is preparing for an extended work session that will allow us to refine the vision for the implementation of DEI principles. We also continue to develop actionable priorities and advance the multiyear strategies for the club.
We are in the early organizing stages of developing the strategies for the integration of DEI principles into club culture and operations. With this in mind, subcommittees have been formed to focus on a few specific pillars. The first pillar we are focused on is maintaining visibility of DEI principles and active cultural inclusion through club communications and community spaces. The second pillar is in events and programming, where we are working on incorporating cultural education with celebratory programming. This is the focus of one of our subcommittees, which is working with the Food & Beverage department to organize events for all club members to enjoy. Our first event is still in the planning stages, but it’s
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scheduled for Thursday, Sept. 15. The event will celebrate culture and community by highlighting Hispanic Heritage/Latinx winemakers, chefs, artists, and performers. The committee also will resume Listen & Learns, which offer members opportunities to hear speakers talk about a variety of DEI topics during hour-long sessions.
The third pillar is to provide input on projects, through the efforts of joint subcommittees, to ensure principles of the club’s DEI vision are represented in the planning and implementation of key projects and policy areas. The fourth and final pillar is to develop a multi-year strategy for the integration of DEI principles to fit with the club’s strategic plan that will ensure the long-term implementation and sustainability of all DEI initiatives.
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CMP July 2022 Progress Update Provided by CMP Ad Hoc Committee Chair Bev Davis The Campus Master Plan ad hoc committee is on track to deliver the club’s Master Plan in January 2023. Here is a progress report on work through early June. Facilities Assessment is Under Way
When completed this month, the facilities assessment will inform the changes feasible in the main building and the parking structure. For example, suppose the Campus Master Plan calls for an outdoor pool that overlooks the stadium or additional restaurants? The facilities assessment will help the club understand the impacts and opportunities within the current structure for each project. Comprehensive Communications Plan
The Communications Team, in partnership with the Communications committee, has developed a comprehensive communications plan to inform and engage members and staff
in the master-planning process. In addition to monthly updates in The Winged M, members will be able to give input as the plan comes into focus. This cross-collaborative effort impacts stakeholders throughout the MAC community, and even beyond when the process shifts from planning to implementation. Expect to see elements of the plan taking shape in September.
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During the month of July, the ad hoc committee will begin refining and prioritizing opportunity areas aimed at improving the member experience. The ad hoc committee also will consider how implementing projects and enhancements will impact club operations and how to mitigate disruption to members’ daily use of the club.
Previous research, club usage data, and winter/spring program registrations will be applied toward understanding how members utilize club facilities. Gensler, the architecture firm hired to lead this effort, has identified preliminary space requirements and opportunities to better accommodate current demand. This data analysis will be combined with considerations for what next-gen members may value and expect from a premium athletic club.
The ad hoc committee’s goal is to represent member needs and interests as decisions are made. The success of this initiative relies on hearing how members, their friends, and families use the club. To opt in to receive Campus Master Plan updates and surveys, please visit the “My Interests” page on themac.com and check the box for Campus Master Plan by July 14.
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CLUB NEWS
Stadium Terrace Gets a Facelift
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MAC is a proud resident of Soccer City, USA, and now the club’s Stadium Terrace has a new paint job to prove it. The fresh coat, which is on the terrace façade facing Providence Park, is in the final phase of minor improvements that were made to the area this spring. Other improvements include the addition of new logos and signage to enhance the gameday experience. Check out the updated terrace soon and cheer on the hometown clubs from the best spot in Rose City to watch a match.
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House Committee Monthly Report House Committee enforces rules of conduct for members and guests by investigating infractions and recommending sanctions to the Board of Trustees. Recent board actions are listed below, along with reminders about the applicable Club Rules.
Rules Violation: Violation of any club rule not otherwise categorized. Including, but not limited to, refusal to present membership credential, or photographing members without permission.
Rules Reminders
• A 15-year-old member was suspended for three months for Disregard of Event and/ or Attendee Policies and Rules Violation. Member left club premises while the guest remained in the club with a 14-year-old member.
Behavior Unbecoming a Member: Any behavior deemed inappropriate for a member of Multnomah Athletic Club, regardless of reference to specific club rule.
Disregard for Guest and/or Event Attendee Policies: Knowingly violating guest or event attendee policies, including but not limited to: failing to register athletic or social guests; failing to pay guest fees; disregarding frequency restrictions for athletic guests; or violating any aspect of guest policies.
Infractions
• A 69-year-old member with two years of tenure was suspended for two months for Behavior Unbecoming a Member. Member was seen urinating in the Parking Structure.
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All members are expected to understand and follow Club Rules, which are updated periodically. See themac.com for any updates.
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IN MEMORIAM Marlis Raye Miller Dec. 9, 1952-April 18, 2022
Marlis Raye Miller passed away unexpectedly April 18. Marlis was born Dec. 9, 1952, in Billings, Montana, to Richard and Edith Miller (Orso). She graduated from Billings West High School in 1972 and Eastern Montana College in 1978.
After graduating, she helped with the startup of KOA (Kampgrounds of America) before leaving to teach English at Northern Montana College. While at a college basketball game, she (as a former gymnast) happened to mention some suggestions about the cheerleading program to the college president, who subsequently made her the coach for the years she remained at the college. That same college president later called her into his office, handed her sabbatical papers, and told her to go to Oregon State University to continue her higher education. Marlis graduated from OSU with a master’s degree in education in 1987. She participated in SDS (Student Development Seminar), developing future college leaders, and was executive director of OSU’s Women’s Center. Marlis met her husband, Dennis Thompson, at OSU in 1985, and they were married in 1988. Along the way, Marlis was appointed by Governor Barbara Roberts and reappointed by Governor Kitzhaber as executive director of AmeriCorps of Oregon and worked several years with Campfire Girls of Oregon. Marlis then spent more than 10 years with the Organizational Development Department of Legacy Health, where she helped many departments and individuals to be their best at patient care and being team players. After retiring from Legacy Health, Marlis threw herself into volunteering at MAC, ultimately serving on the Board of Trustees as vice president. Marlis will be deeply missed by her husband of 33 years, Dennis; her brother,
Ken, of Missoula, Montana; her mother-inlaw, Pat Thompson, of Prineville, Oregon; nieces and nephews; three Bengal cats, Greta, Hettie, and Iggy; and the Green family and all the godchildren people instinctively knew to entrust to Marlis’ care and guidance. A Celebration of Life was held in May at the Multnomah Athletic Club. In lieu of flowers, consider a charitable contribution in her name: Marlis Miller 17517 N.W. Sauvie Island Rd., Portland, OR 97231 or channelhouse88@gmail.com to either of the following: Planned Parenthood or the Oregon State Foundation.
Marilyn Grunbaum May 10, 1941-May 4, 2022
Marilyn Grunbaum, a beloved member of the MAC community for nearly 60 years, passed peacefully in her sleep in early May. Marilyn was surrounded by family at the time, and all can be heartened knowing that she lived a rich, long, and love-filled life – full of grace and on her own terms. Marilyn was born and raised in Los Angeles, and attended college at UCLA, where she was a member of Sigma Delta Tau. Following graduation in 1963, she made a fateful decision to spend the summer with her recently married sister, Barbara, and brotherin-law in Portland. As the story goes, the striking young Californian was spied poolside at Barbara’s apartment by friends of an eligible bachelor named Hans, the local match-making network kicked in, and the two were introduced. That fall, they married.
In their 55 years of marriage, Marilyn and Hans built a beautiful life together on their rural property on Sherwood’s Chehalem Mountain, in the “Northwest Regional” modern home that they commissioned for their young family. They raised two sons there. The youngest, Michael, was tragically lost at the age of nine to a drunk driver, but left many unforgettable memories in his short life. Eric, who lives in California, not far from where Marilyn grew up, enjoyed an especially close friendship with both Marilyn and Hans throughout their lives together. In the late 1980s, Marilyn and Hans planted an expansive vineyard of Pinot noir and Pinot gris on
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the property; they named it “Arbre Vert,” the French translation of their surname.
While Marilyn’s beauty — with her short silver hair — was hard to miss, her inner beauty was what most defined her. She was a sensitive and artistic soul who loved painting, cooking, the Portland Symphony Orchestra, the Oregon Ballet Theatre, and her animals — particularly her Himalayan cats and shortlegged dogs. At the same time, she also possessed a quiet strength that fiercely held the family together after the heart-breaking loss of Michael. Her affection for beautiful, fast cars – and intolerance of traffic and red lights – sat somewhere in between those qualities; as did her extensive travels, which included annual trips with Hans to the steep slopes of Sun Valley and the serene beaches of Zihuatanejo. For more than 40 years, Marilyn was active socially and physically at the MAC, a habit that paired well with her fondness for dark chocolate; the fitness room was her favorite “stomping ground” at the club. Or, it could be said, it was her favorite “weight-lifting/stair-climbing/bicycling/rowing ground.” A model mother both figuratively and literally, Marilyn also enjoyed a successful modeling career, appearing in catalogues, runway shows, and prints ads, including some for Nike. Eric credits this for his introduction to, and subsequent long career in, advertising. Alas, not every Grunbaum has what it takes to be in front of the camera.
The arts and animals were at the center of Marilyn’s heart, and she generously supported Oregon Ballet Theatre, Guide Dogs for the Blind, and other Portland-area non-profits. She, and her corgis, found particular gratification through volunteer work with OHSU’s Doernbecher Children’s Hospital animal therapy program. Marilyn is survived by Eric (Eliah Perona) and siblings Barbara (Lew) Brown, Janet (Ron) Henson, and Richard (Maida) Klein. The family held a small, private service on May 9 at Beth Israel Cemetery, where Marilyn rests alongside Michael, and in the company of Hans. Donations in her memory can be made to Guide Dogs for the Blind, Oregon Ballet Theatre, and MADD.
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MAF Tributes Honor someone special or memorialize someone who has passed away by making a tribute gift to the Multnomah Athletic Foundation. Tributes are typically noted as memorial, anniversary, get well, birthday, or recognition. July tributes are listed below, with the honored individuals’ names in bold. Grant Beckman (memorial) Tina & Douglas Kreft
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Scholar Athlete Program Creates Virtuous Cycle Successful students strengthen community By Tony Roberts and the MAF Communications Team
For more than 50 years, the MAC Scholar Athlete program has given students access to MAC’s world-class facilities. As the program has grown and evolved, it’s also offered them the chance to be part of – and help strengthen – a community. The Scholar Athlete program was created in 1971, and currently provides a two-year MAC membership plus a Multnomah Athletic Foundation (MAF) scholarship to students at 30 high schools across the region. On the surface, the benefits are obvious. Participants get a great place to work out, recover, meet people, and even check out a Thorns or Timbers game. But for some scholar athletes, it turns into a lifelong journey. Paralympian Aaron Paulson started as a Scholar Athlete before using the club for training. He’s now an active member who takes part in the club’s outdoor programs. Brennan and Cameron Scarlett were Scholar Athletes who went on to play PAC-12 football while returning to the club off-season. A book drive for their organization, The Big Yard Foundation, was recently hosted with MAF and MAC.
In addition to being active members, several MAC Scholar Athlete alumni joined the review teams in selecting the newest cohort. Anna Friedhoff competed at collegiate golf while attending Gonzaga University in Spokane. After law school, she returned to practice in Portland and recently added her new husband to the membership. Alyssa Fuji, a collegiate swimmer at UC Berkeley, continued her membership through school. She is an audit professional with KPMG in Portland. “That’s the beauty of the Scholar Athlete program. It helps these student athletes, and it makes the club a better place and a stronger community. When promising young people can connect with the MAC and its members, everyone stands to benefit, and in many cases, lifelong connections are born,” shared Spencer Raymond, Scholar Athlete alumni and current MAC member. This month, the club and MAF welcome the 2022 class of MAC Scholar Athletes. Everyone is looking forward to seeing them around the club over the next two years and, hopefully, far into the future. JULY 2022
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MAC Scholar Athletes Building a Bright Future These sophomores from 30 area high schools join the cohort of more than 1,000 individuals who, over the past 50 years, have become MAC Scholar Athletes. They embody community service, leadership, athletic participation, and academic achievement. ADRIENNE C. NELSON
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Favorite subject/class: Math What are your sports?: Cross country, track What advice would you give to a younger student athlete?: Don’t put so much pressure on yourself. Always be your best, there may be off days, but the next day will be better.
Favorite subject/class: AP Biology What are your sports?: Basketball What advice would you give to a younger student athlete?: Time is your greatest pressure and how you handle that time will really help you.
Favorite subject/class: Peer mentoring What are your sports?: Swimming, volleyball, track What advice would you give to a younger student athlete?: Try not to let others impact you negatively. We all have a lot we can do.
Maddie Pizzuti
Indie Browning
BENSON
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LuLu Kennybrew
Tyanna Pires Favorite subject/class: Science What are your sports?: Swimming, tennis Why is it important to engage with your community?: It gives you a better understanding of what your community needs to improve and helps you connect with others.
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Favorite subject/class: English What are your sports?: Basketball, track Why is it important to engage with your community?: Your voice is heard and peers’ voices are heard so people can see or hear how life is from your perspective.
Zoraya Hernandez
CLACKAMAS
Lauren Han Favorite subject/class: Biology What are your sports?: Tennis Why is it important to engage with your community?: I think it’s important to connect with the people around you and learn about current issues and the things you can change.
Maddie Pizzuti
Tyanna Pires
Indie Browning
LuLu Kennybrew
Zoraya Hernandez
Lauren Han
June Healy
Raymond Chung
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Eliyo Clark
Lillian Courtnage-Dyke
CLEVELAND
June Healy Favorite subject/class: C.A.R.E. Leadership What are your sports?: Soccer, martial arts What advice would you give to a younger student athlete?: When things get hard, don’t give up; and keep your head up because that will take you far. DAVID DOUGLAS
Raymond Chung Favorite subject/class: Biology What are your sports?: Swimming, water polo, track & field Why is it important to engage with your community?: So we know what’s happening in our area and around the world. It can provide cool, once in a
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lifetime opportunities, and is an amazing way to meet people. FRANKLIN
Eliyo Clark Favorite subject/class: Math What are your sports?: Wrestling, football, track & field What advice would you give to a younger student athlete?: A loss should be used as a learning experience and a win should also be used as a learning experience. GRANT
Why is it important to engage with your community?: For me, I am a volunteer running coach. It combines something I love and I get to make sure kids love running as much as I do. IDA B. WELLS BARNETT
Simon Walsh
Favorite subject/class: Chemistry What are your sports?: Track, cross country, swimming What advice would you give to a younger student athlete?: Get involved with sports sooner. Don’t wait to get involved.
Lillian Courtnage-Dyke
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Favorite subject/class: Chemistry What are your sports?: Cross country, track, wrestling
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Abigail Cox
Andrew Keller
Matthew Altman
Olivia Smith
Thomas Pempel
Madison Schaefer
Donny Greenberg
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Montral Brazile, Jr. Favorite subject/class: Math What are your sports?: Football, baseball, basketball, wrestling What advice would you give to a younger student athlete?: Stay on top of your stuff… instead of having to get all of your grades up at the end of the year. Student athlete student comes first. JESUIT
Abigail Cox Favorite subject/class: Math What are your sports?: Soccer, basketball Why is it important to engage with your community?: My community has given me so much and it is important to give back. I do this by working with younger kids on my teams and making sure I am there for them. LA SALLE
Andrew Keller Favorite subject/class: Chemistry What are your sports?: Baseball, basketball
Why is it important to engage with your community?: When I was younger, people were engaged and helping me and I want to give back and help those younger than me.
Why is it important to engage with your community?: I love connecting with people and engaging with my community helps broaden my perspectives. This makes me a more well-rounded individual.
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Favorite subject/class: Science What are your sports?: Football, soccer, track What advice would you give to a younger student athlete?: Hard work pays off. Not all the work you put in will be recognized immediately but, in the end, it will pay off.
Favorite subject/class: Science What are your sports?: Track, volleyball, basketball Why is it important to engage with your community?: As a student athlete, I have a bigger role to fill, especially as a captain. I need to make sure the younger students have what they need to do well and feel welcome.
Matthew Altman
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Olivia Smith Favorite subject/class: English What are your sports?: Track, cross country What advice would you give to a younger student athlete?: A positive mentality is a way to succeed in sports. LINCOLN
Thomas Pempel Favorite subject/class: Spanish, Arabic What are your sports?: Football, track
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Donny Greenberg Favorite subject/class: Auto tech, chemistry What are your sports?: Football, baseball, wrestling Why is it important to engage with your community?: It’s important to be very welcoming of other people. It makes everyone more joyful to be there and want to help others.
Claire Oetker
KaMya Appling
Utrillo Morris
Rachel Brandt
Tyler Creswick
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ROOSEVELT
Favorite subject/class: Math What are your sports?: Soccer, track What advice would you give to a younger student athlete?: Don’t let failure discourage you - it’s just another obstacle for you to conquer.
Favorite subject/class: Math What are your sports?: Basketball What advice would you give to a younger student athlete?: Always stay focused on your main goal. It’s okay to relax but always remember the main goal. Pursue your dreams even if it’s not going well.
Claire Oetker
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KaMya Appling Favorite subject/class: Biology What are your sports?: Basketball, softball What advice would you give to a younger student athlete?: Education comes first. Achieve your goals. Put in the effort and time and give it your all. REX PUTNAM
Tyler Creswick Favorite subject/class: Math What are your sports?: Football, basketball Why is it important to engage with your community?: When you engage with your community, people will follow because of things you do and then the community itself grows.
Utrillo Morris
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Rachel Brandt Favorite subject/class: Chemistry What are your sports?: Softball, lifting What advice would you give to a younger student athlete?: Focus on mental health more often because a lot of people struggle with it, especially recently, and it’s important to take care of yourself.
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Elsa Cottrell
Jakoby Feist
Elizabeth Graham
Myrtle Guarisco
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Favorite subject/class: Math What are your sports?: Basketball, soccer, track & field What advice would you give to a younger student athlete?: Always find joy in what you do. Sometimes the best way to improve is to take risks and get outside your comfort zone.
Favorite subject/class: History What are your sports?: Volleyball, track, soccer What advice would you give to a younger student athlete?: Compete against yourself rather than your competitors. It makes for friendly competition.
Elsa Cottrell
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Myrtle Guarisco
Favorite subject/class: Math What are your sports?: Track, cross country Why is it important to engage with your community?: Community gives you something to fall back on if you need support and then you are also there for others, almost like a sports team.
Favorite subject/class: English, band What are your sports?: Soccer, track Why is it important to engage with your community?: It is about being part of the community and being allowed to be my authentic self. I then have opportunities to give back to that community as my authentic self.
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Favorite subject/class: History What are your sports?: Football, track What advice would you give to a younger student athlete?: Focus on what you can control - your effort and your attitude.
Favorite subject/class: Chemistry What are your sports?: Baseball, basketball Why is it important to engage with your community?: Give back to the community to form relationships to create a stronger community together.
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CULINARY
Sunset Bistro
Hot Time, Summer in the City Sunset Bistro keeps members dappled in culinary cool By Jake Ten Pas
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peaking of making the scene, by this point, every MAC member knows the place to accomplish that goal when the sun returns to the skies over Portland. It might surprise newer members to learn that the Sunset Bistro, MAC’s rooftop oasis in the heart of town, has existed less than a decade, so wrapped up in the club’s seasonal calendar has it become.
With each passing year, Sunset Bistro gets better, refining its menu and modifying its layout and décor to meet more precisely, and even exceed, member tastes. With 1891 once again closing for the summer, club foodies can kick back and relax, content in the knowledge that fine dining has taken up its summer residence, and the living is easy. Two Sundays a month, members can simply follow the aroma of saffron and fresh seafood or other sizzling proteins wafting off the Sun Deck as Paella and Grill Nights return from hibernation. Any day is a good one to stop by after work or play for small bites, full entrees, and a collection of specialty cocktails shaken in a newly updated cabana.
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Wondering what to wear? See the sidebar on the next page for specifics as MAC returns to its pre-pandemic emphasis on dress code, as well as related age requirements for dining in various Sundeck areas.
Non-sun worshippers are covered seven days a week, too, since the Sports Pub is now open noon to 6 p.m. Sundays. Stop by to catch a game, have a burger, salad, or other club staple, and enjoy the enticing spread of beer taps and other beverage possibilities. Joe’s is closed Sundays, but its healthy Grab & Go menu is available the other six days for those looking to nab a quick bite between workouts or get back out into the world. Whatever diversions summer holds for members and their families, MAC has a dining option ready to set the table for satisfaction, surprise, and a sunnier disposition.
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Allowed: 4 Athletic skirts, shorts, and fashion skirts mid-thigh length or longer. 4 Warm-ups and leggings. Not allowed: 6 Spandex athletic sports, cutoff shorts, and bathing suits. 6 Any short or skirt shorter than mid-thigh.
Age Requirements The bar and lounge area, which is the section to the right of the bar, is for members who are ages 21 and older, while the upper dining section is open to those 18 and older. This is in adherence with Oregon’s State liquor laws. Families with children under the age of 18 may dine on the lower Sun Deck, where the full Sunset Bistro menu is available. Members under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Dress Code Policy Additionally, here are the dress code requirements for the Sunset Bistro, which are the same as the Sports Pub and are in accordance with the club rules.
6 Attire that shows visible postworkout perspiration. 6 Bare feet or shower sandals. Additionally, the Sunset Bistro dress code policy does not apply to members who are passing through the area en route to other parts of the club. The Sunset Bistro is now open seven days a week for lunch and dinner and reservations are recommended, but not always required. Walk-ins are welcome, space permitting. Thank you for your cooperation, and it’s because of our members and staff that there’s no better place to be than MAC’s rooftop oasis during the summer.
Paella & Grill Nights Back at Bistro Grill Nights: July 10 & Aug. 7 Paella Nights: June 26, July 24 & Aug. 21 Two times a month, MAC hosts Sunday dinner. Hit the Sunset Bistro for Grill and Paella Nights once a month each, and head back to work Monday happy and possibly still full. Executive Chef Philip Oswalt’s traditional paella is bursting with chicken, shrimp, clams, mussels with saffron rice, and his grill creations feature fresh Columbia river salmon and Carlton Farms pork. Register now through Open Table via themac.com.
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As we head into summer and the Sunset Bistro becomes a more popular dining option, here are a few reminders for members to be aware of. The information provided below aligns with the club’s effort to return to pre-pandemic operational levels, which includes resuming MAC policies and standard practices.
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Restaurant Hours 1891 & MACtinis Closed Sports Pub Monday-Friday 6 a.m.-9 p.m.
Saturday 11 a.m.-9 p.m. & Sunday noon-6 p.m.
Sunset Bistro Monday-Saturday 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Sunday 11 a.m.-8 p.m.
Joe’s Monday-Friday 6 a.m-7 p.m. Saturday 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
Visit the Dining page at themac.com for the most up-to-date hours.
1891 Closed for Summer In an effort to best deploy club resources during the summer, when members tend to flock outdoors to the Sunset Bistro, the club is closing 1891 until Sept. 6. This also allows the facilities team time to perform any necessary maintenance, as well as giving MAC Food & Beverage the opportunity to update its offerings during the off-season. See everyone in the fall! JULY 2022
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Select July and August events and classes are presented here. Additional experiences are listed on the Events and MAC@Home pages at themac.com. Event availability is not guaranteed, and some events may be waitlist-only by the time this issue of The Winged M has been received. Please check themac.com to confirm availability and make a reservation. Member understanding is appreciated!
Monday, July 4 Big Picture Book Group 7 p.m. The objective of this non-fiction reading group is to go big and deepen one’s understanding of life on the planet. The selection for this month is The Medici Conspiracy by Peter Watson. Contact Virginia Terhaar, tvirginia@gmail.com for more information.
Saturday-Sunday, July 9-10 Silcox Hut and Stargazing
Thursday, July 14 Defy Trampoline Park (Ages 8-12)
3 p.m. Saturday-11 a.m Sunday
5-8:30 p.m.
Check in at Timberline Lodge and ride or hike (luggage is taken separately) to the Silcox Hut. Dinner and breakfast are provided (vegetarian/ gluten-free options) and a cash bar is available. After dinner, join a guest astronomer for stargazing. Arrive back at the Lodge at 11 a.m. The cost is $250 per person. SHS709 - waitlist only
MAC members and guests ages 8-12 are chaperoned at the trampoline park in Beaverton. Motorcoach transportation is provided along with a pizza dinner. Dropoff begins at 5 p.m. in the Turnaround; pickup is at 8:30 p.m. JUN0714
Wednesday, July 13 MAC Business Networking Group 7:30-9 a.m. The group (in-person and online) is moderated by Dave Hanna, an organizational development professional and MAC member. He ensures that everyone has the opportunity to speak and that the subject matter is meaningful to all attendees. The cost is $5. MPBG007
Saturday, July 16 Thorns vs. NY/NJ Gotham 7:30 p.m. Tickets for games go on sale one month prior to game day. Visit themac.com. All matches are subject to change by the NWSL. PTFC130
Juniors Special: Thorns Game 7:30 p.m. Take advantage of an exclusive junior-only section at this evening’s game. The first 10 members registered receive complimentary tickets. JTG716 Continued on page 38
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Sunday, July 17 Timbers vs. Vancouver Whitecaps 7:30 p.m. Tickets for games go on sale one month prior to game day. Visit themac.com. All matches are subject to change by MLS. PTFC033
Monday, July 18 History Book Club
4-7 p.m. Every third Thursday of the month brings rotating featured vendors, makers, and regional brands. Be one of the first to see new seasonal items, upcoming product lines, and more. Enjoy happy hour pricing while shopping.
Saturday, July 23 Family Fun at Hoffman Farm Store
6:30 p.m. This month’s selection is The Company: The Rise and Fall of the Hudson’s Bay Company by Stephen Bown. The book follows the Hudson’s Bay Company from its founding in 1670s London to its substantial influence on the development of Canada and the Pacific Northwest. Moderators are Geff McCarthy and Vikram Subramaniam.
Trivia Night with Last Call Trivia 6-9 p.m. The Social Activities Committee welcomes all members, ages 21 and older, to an evening of fresh factoids and friendly competition. This month, trivia focuses on all things global, covering a wide range of world topics and difficulty levels with popular music in between! Build a team of six or come as a single player and team up with others. Last Call Trivia hosts an in-person event, with prizes given to the first-, second- and third-place teams. For more information, contact AYS at atyourservice@themac.com. Participants are welcome to order food from the Sports Pub menu.
Member Cost: $10 Guest Cost: $12 TRI005
Tuesday, July 19 Backyard Barbecue Supper Club 6-8 p.m. Join the Social Activities Committee for a Supper Club event in the Sunset Bistro! To celebrate National Grilling Month, enjoy a Backyard Barbecue-themed evening with food specials and specialty cocktails courtesy of Bar Manager Roni Pervizi.
This is not a ticketed event. All reservations are through the Dining page at themac.com. Please note that reservations are a maximum of 120 minutes. SUP002
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10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. Come out to Hoffman Farms, a family-owned spread in the Scholls area for a fun-filled day! Tickets are $14 per person and include one pint of u-pick berries per person, a train ride, and one mini pie per person. Other happenings include live music in the courtyard, a farm store, on-site bakery, food truck, and a kids playground. Some things to note: For food safety reasons, u-pick boxes are provided by the Hoffman store and are available at the MAC registration table. Additional boxes and other farm goodies can be purchased separately the day of through the farm store. Humans only; no pets are allowed at the farm. FARM003
Saturday, July 23 Timbers vs. San Jose Earthquakes 7:30 p.m. Tickets for games go on sale one month prior to game day. Visit themac.com. All matches are subject to change by MLS. PTFC034
Thursday, July 28 iFLY Family and Junior Field Trip 11:45 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Members ages 7-14 are invited to join MAC for an outing to iFLY in Tigard. Chaperones supervise the outing, and motorcoach transportation is provided to and from iFLY, along with a pizza lunch. Registration opens for guests on July 1 if space is still available. The ticket includes four hours of STEM education, food, and transportation. FLY728
Thursday, July 28 20s/30s Happy Hour in the Sunset Bistro 4:30 p.m. Come join the 20s/30s Committee for Happy Hour in the Sunset Bistro every last Thursday of the month from 4:30 p.m. until the sun goes down! No registration is required.
Saturday, July 30 Kickball Tournament 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Join fellow members and friends for the MAC Kickball Tournament. This is a singleday event at Willamette Park with Kickball, brews, food, and fun. Build a team or register as an individual and be placed on a team. Teams are made up of about 10-12 players ages 15 and older. The tournament is a three-game minimum, and the winner will be crowned 2022 MAC Kickball Champions! KBT730
Monday, Aug. 1 Big Picture Book Group 7 p.m. The Big Picture Book Group reads nonfiction covering a wide range of subjects. The group recommends and votes on which books it reads for the upcoming quarter. In August, the group discusses How to Change Your Mind, by Michael Pollan. The group meets at 7 p.m. the first Monday of each month. Please email Virginia Terhaar at tvirginia@gmail.com with any questions. Continued on page 40
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Wednesday, Aug. 3 Ladies Golf Night at X-Golf Tualatin
Monday, Aug. 8 MAC at the 19th Hole
Tuesday, Aug. 16 Supper Club
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MAC partners with Hotel Deluxe to host an exciting night out at The 19th Hole, boasting giant Jenga, corn hole, and a five-hole miniature golf course. The 19th Hole serves up a menu of snackable bites such as buffalo cauliflower and fried chicken sandwiches, canned beer, wines and ciders, and yard games. The venue is prepped for revelers ready to let loose. Registration cost is $40, which includes a drink and food ticket. Putt putt and lawn games are included. PUTT0808
Join the Social Activities Committee for a themed Supper Club event in the Sunset Bistro! This is not a ticketed event. All reservations are through the Dining page at themac.com. Please note that reservations are a maximum of 120 minutes. SUP003
Monday, Aug. 15 History Book Group
4:45-8:30 p.m. Members and guests are invited to virtually tee off at one of the country’s most coveted courses. Three-person teams play nine holes at Pebble Beach Golf Links. GO803
Timbers vs. Nashville SC 7:30 p.m.
6:30 p.m. This time, the group discusses, Thunder in the Mountains: Chief Joseph, Oliver Otis Howard, and the Nez Perce War, by Daniel Sharfstein. The book covers the clash of cultures and brutal war that helped define America and the Northwest in the late 19th century.
Tickets for games go on sale one month prior to game day. Visit themac.com. All matches are subject to change by MLS. PTFC035
Thursday-Friday, Aug. 4-5 DKMS Blood Drive 3-7 p.m. Thursday & 8 a.m.-noon Friday MAC partners with DKMS to host a “Blood Cancer Drive.” Volunteers are set up in the Junior Lounge with information on how members can help save lives. The donation process is just a quick swab of the cheek. All members are invited to donate.
Trivia Night with Last Call Trivia
Friday, Aug. 5 Thorns vs. North Carolina Courage
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Saturday, Aug. 6 Timbers vs. FC Dallas 7:30 p.m. Tickets for games go on sale one month prior to game day. Visit themac.com. All matches are subject to change by MLS. PTFC036
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The Social Activities Committee welcomes all members, ages 21 and older, to an evening of fresh factoids and friendly competition. Build a team of six or come as a single player and team up with others. Last Call Trivia hosts an in-person event with prizes given to the first-, second-, and third-place teams. Participants are welcome to order food from the Sports Pub menu.
Member Cost: $10 Guest Cost: $12 TRI006
Wednesday, Aug. 17 WICC Tournament Semifinals Come watch two matches as the Thorns host the 2021 Women’s International Champions Cup. Tickets for games go on sale one month prior to game day. Visit themac.com. All matches are subject to change by the NWSL. Match Details: Olympique Lyonnais vs. Chelsea Football Club - 5:30 p.m. Thorns FC vs. C.F. Monterrey - 8 p.m. The cost is $15 per ticket. PTFC135
MAC Outdoor 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament 5:30-8:30 p.m. The MAC Basketball Committee invites players and spectators alike to enjoy friendly competition while mixing and mingling with fellow hoops enthusiasts. This 3-on-3 competition features teams competing at MAC in round-robin-style play with single-elimination playoffs. Teams are picked by tournament organizers to ensure parity and equity; team requests are accepted but not guaranteed. Entry is open to everyone 18 years of age and older (junior members are considered upon request). The cost is $30 per player and includes pizza, snacks, beer, and Gatorade. The tournament is being held offsite at Portland Heights Park. BBA817
Thursday, August 18 Third Thursdays at Mporium 4-7 p.m. Every third Thursday of the month brings rotating featured vendors, makers, and regional brands. Be one of the first to see new seasonal items, upcoming product lines, and more. Enjoy happy hour pricing while shopping.
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Saturday, Aug. 20 WICC Tournament Come watch two matches as the Thorns host the 2021 Women’s International Champions Cup. Tickets for games go on sale one month prior to game day. Visit themac.com. All matches are subject to change by the NWSL.
Match Details: Third Place Match - 5 p.m. Championship Match - 8:30 p.m. Teams will be determined on Aug. 17. The cost is $15 per ticket. PTFC136
Thursday, Aug. 25 20s/30s Happy Hour in the Sunset Bistro 4:30 p.m. Join the 20s/30s Committee for Happy Hour in the Sunset Bistro every last Thursday of the month from 4:30 p.m. until the sun goes down! No registration is required.
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Timbers vs. Seattle Sounders 7 p.m. Tickets for games go on sale one month prior to game day. Visit themac.com. All matches are subject to change by MLS. PTFC037
Saturday, Aug. 27 Thorns vs. San Diego Wave FC 7:30 p.m. Tickets for games go on sale one month prior to game day. Visit themac.com. All matches are subject to change by the NWSL. PTFC132
Family Thorns Night 7:30 p.m. MAC families are invited to sit in an exclusive family-only section at this Thorns game. FTG827
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In May, the Social Activities Committee and local children’s cancer foundation UKANDU hosted this 21+ event featuring the After Six jazz band, a cocktail hour with in-person dance instruction and dinner. PHOTOS BY TIM GUNTHER
1. Shalene and Joshua Caldwell 2. Jennifer Strait and Richard Appleyard 3. Maryam Bolouri and Jason Hickox 4. Judith Arnell and Emily Levine 5. Dance floor
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The Oregon Association of Artistic Swimming hosted this event in May at MAC. Talented synchro swimmers from Washington and Oregon competed. PHOTOS BY BRANDON DAVIS
6. MAC 18-19 Team: (gold medal) Zoe Tomlinson, Presley Girard, Hailey Dunst, Keely Mahaffy, and Elizabeth Rocheleau 7. MAC Synchro 13-15 Team (gold medal) Lily Baioni, Sahana Desai, Lucy Herzig, Tuula Dubrawsky, Reiko Nitta, Lola Hodge, and Mara Sullivan 8. MAC12-under Team (silver medal) Lexi Paul, Della Sweeney, Lily May Dixon, Violet Sleesman, Sabine Bliss, and Corah Bogdanoff
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Father-Daughter Dance
In May, the Family Events Committee brought back the annual father-daughter event! The theme was Secret Garden. Dads and their girls were treated to a delicious buffet, DJ, and dancing. PHOTOS BY TIM GUNTHER
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All-Committee Dinner
In May, the Board of Trustees hosted the All Committee Dinner, live and in person! This year’s theme was MAC to the FUTURE, and committees were encouraged to creatively express their unique committee vision of the future of MAC. PHOTOS BY BRANDON DAVIS
14. Racquetball Committee: Jason Wells, Vincent Galindo, Jennifer Briglia, Eric Wieland, Seth Bouska, Georgette Blomquist, Vuong Vu, Gary Pearce, and Sanjay Bedi 15. Social Activities Committee: Madeline Rose, Lisa Phillips, Jing Dipiero, Jillian Chumbley, Janet Strader, Trayce Sprouse, Lee Fuller, Louie Paul, and Shaunmarie Gutbezahl 16. MelloMacs: Amy Johnson, Kirsten Leonard, Henry Stevens, Kate Bier, Mary Turina, Dede Priest, Scott Schaffer, and Natalie Willes 17. Culture & Style: Shannon Conrad, Nancy Bartow, Kristen Drzayich, Kelly Director, Ella Ayotte, and Lovely Laban 18. Walking & Hiking: Anna Kanwit, Ann Blume, Suzanne Zarling, Francene Grewe, Karen Livingstone, Joyce Henstrand, Debbie Bauer, and Jay Shoemaker
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In May, the MAC Balladeers Men’s Chorus took the stage for their first “annual” concert since 2019! PHOTOS BY TIM GUNTHER
19. The Balladeers 20. Chris Rasmussen, Pat Allen, Dick Allen, and Sandy Rice 21. Angie Stambuk, Katie and Steve Simon 22. Don Nelsen and Paul Nelsen 23. John Wykoff and Angela Wykoff 24. Kristian Bumanlag, Leslie Tuomi, and Dwight Collins
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Dancers from the MAC Company and all school-age classes performed at the end-of-season show. This year’s theme was Dance through the Decades. Each class presented a dance piece that showcased their skills. PHOTOS BY TIM GUNTHER
25. Sloan Whitman and Shyla Williams 26. Junior Company 27. Josephine Hillman, Collette Klavins, Ellie Cheng, and Petra Burnett 28. Eva Schubert, Betta Nebel, Evi Kurian, and Sophie Dey 29. Nora Carpenter, Reagan Vickers, Mabel Baker, and Julia Bassist 30. (Front row) Kate Latourette, (back) Selma Whitman, and Ellerie Fritz 31. Bella Fovinci, Alia Cohn, Piper Lavey, and Kate Franzen 32. Cameron Kim 33. Alia Cohn 34. Juliette Heitner 35. Emilie Cocke, Bella Fovinci, Lula Baker, and Lulu Bond
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ant a healthy brain as you age? We have a lot to learn from the indigenous people living in the Amazon.
The Tsimane people of Bolivia caught the world’s attention in 2017 because of their extraordinary heart health. And now? It looks like their brains are pretty incredible, too. Researchers at the University of Southern California enrolled 746 Tsimane adults, ages 40-94, in a study. To get brain scans, they provided transportation from the remote Amazon to the nearest town with a CT scanner. The journey was two days long, with travel by road and river!
The study looked at brain volumes at different ages and compared the results to people living in the U.S. and Europe. Here’s what they found: • The decrease in brain size with age was 70% less for the Tsimane people than for people living in industrialized areas of the U.S. and Europe. This is great news for the Tsimane because brain shrinkage is associated with developing dementia.
• Another interesting finding was that the Tsimane had higher levels of systemic inflammation than people in the U.S. and Europe, but it did not affect their brains and was there for different reasons. For the
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Tsimane, their inflammation was because of respiratory, gastrointestinal, or parasitic infections. • For the people in the U.S. and Europe, their inflammation was because of obesity and metabolic causes.
What can we learn from this study? It appears that the indigenous lifestyle of hunting, gathering, fishing, and farming has vast benefits for the heart and the brain. Even if we cannot revert to this sort of lifestyle ourselves, we can remember to stay active and take time outdoors to reconnect with nature and support our health. We also can do everything within our power to maintain a healthy metabolism and weight. This will reduce inflammation in our body and support both heart and brain health as we age. For more information on brain health, join me at 8:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 20, for a Brain Health webinar. WESU009
—Dr. Lindsey Nelson, Naturopath Reference: Irimia A, Chaudhari NN, Robles DJ et al. The indigenous South American Tsimane exhibit relatively modest decrease in brain volume with age despite high systemic inflammation. J Gerontol A Biol Sci Med Sci. 2021.
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What’s New in Fitness & Wellness? The Ledge and Recovery Room underwent slight reorganizations this past spring. Staff improved the flow of both areas by creating easier ingress to the accessibility equipment and completing a deep cleaning of the space. As a part of the reorganization, the NuStep bikes on the Ledge were turned to face the wall, granting full 360-degree access for walker and wheelchair users. Members now can reach the NuStep bikes from the left, right, or rear. Additionally, Normatec and Hyperice equipment were moved to the back corner of the Recovery Room to permit adequate access to the automated recovery table and to carve out space for functional floor stretching. The goal of MAC’s Fitness team is to ensure inclusivity and accessibility to members of all ages, fitness levels, genders, and abilities. Fitness thanks members for their understanding during this process!
Please note, licensed massage therapists who are Sports Massage-certified can now do bodywork in the Recovery Room. To book a session, email massage@themac.com.
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MAC Fitness Employee Also an Author!
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In his very first book, Jordan Blue takes readers on a journey sharing his gift of poetry in the debut release of Emotions into Motion. Follow Blue as he shares his most vulnerable thoughts and inner dialogue while working through depression and anxiety following multiple concussions. This collection of poems speaks to important themes of self-identity, love, faith, hopelessness, and compassion. He was inspired to write as a mechanism for coping with mental illness and personal adversities, and his compassion drove him to share his work with communities who can relate to his words. Blue also performs spoken-word poetry in clubs, churches, and schools, as well as via social media. Interested parties can find Emotions into Motion online and in stores such as Powells, Books-AMillion, and more around the nation.
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“I wholeheartedly believe in the transformative power of exercise and am especially empathetic to any person who is living with chronic pain.”
BRANDON DAVIS
—Regan Kinder
Instructor Spotlight MAC’s Fitness and Wellness Staff works to help keep members healthy and thriving Regan Kinder was hired as the Group Fitness and Yoga Supervisor in September, and she began teaching her first class at MAC, once per week, in May. What classes do you teach? I currently teach an Intermediate Mat Pilates class at 11:30 a.m. Tuesdays in Studio Three. What’s your background/training? I received my Bachelor of Arts degree in Dance from the University of Illinois in 2004 and danced in Portland for several years, even performing through my children’s pregnancies. Though I felt strong from dancing, an extra vertebra in my spine led to me developing premature degenerative disc disease, and I lived with chronic pain for several years. I experienced significant improvement when I started taking Stott Pilates, and I decided to pursue certification in 2015. I recertified as a personal trainer in 2016 after a long hiatus.
Can you describe your teaching approach/ philosophy? I wholeheartedly believe in the transformative power of exercise and am especially empathetic to any person who is living with chronic pain. Exercise is for everybody and every body. I have taught many formats, including ballet, strength, barre, Pilates, and calisthenics, and though I am passionate about helping those in pain, I am also playful in my approach. I love engaging with students, asking questions, witnessing those ‘a-ha!’ moments, sharing a laugh, and learning together. Students in my classes soon learn that I love using toys like bands, balls, sliders, etc., to bring extra fun to familiar exercises. At least, it’s my idea of fun! I am grateful for the opportunity to work with members of MAC, where I look forward to continuing to grow and learn as an instructor. Thank you!
What are some things you like to do outside of work? Now that I no longer live with chronic pain, I like to challenge myself with new fitness formats and am currently learning pole dance and aerial silks and lyra/hoop. My son and daughter get in on the fun with challenges that often involve parkour, bouldering, or aerial skills. As a family, we also like to play trivia and card games; a recent favorite is the game ‘Say Anything.’ Aside from fitness and family games, baking and cooking are incredibly fun for me, and I equally enjoy trying new recipes or making a favorite treat for friends and family. We love to play music together (we have a family band), make art, cook, spend time in nature, and lollygag with our two dogs and our cat.
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Sports Concussions by Sasha Kolbeck, MPT, DPT, OCS, COMT
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here are an estimated 3.8 million concussions or mild traumatic brain injuries (mTBI) in the USA per year. The media has extensively reported on sports concussions, primarily within the National Football League. Sports account for 300,000 concussions annually, and those with the highest incidence are rugby, ice hockey, American football, lacrosse, soccer, and wrestling.
A 2019 article in The Journal of Pediatrics by Dr. Sara Chrisman and colleagues reported that for athletes five to 14 years of age, 50% returned to school in three days, 50% returned to their sport in 13 days, and 50% returned to baseline in three weeks. Research in 2007 by Luke Gessel et al. in the Journal of Athletic Training stated that more than 50% of high school and collegiate athletes returned to their sport in nine days or less. Research shows 80-90% of concussion symptoms resolve within seven to 10 days; however, brain energy deprivation typically takes 22-30 days to restore. Risk factors for delayed recovery include the severity of initial symptoms, delayed treatment, youth, female, prior concussion, depression, anxiety, and ADHD. Surprisingly, loss of consciousness has no bearing on recovery.
The concussed individual must be evaluated, educated, and treated appropriately to decrease the risk of Post-Concussion Syndrome (PCS), defined by ongoing chronic concussion-based symptoms. The criteria for PCS are continued symptoms 10-14 days after the injury.
Treatment recommendations and education after experiencing a concussion have changed over the years. Experts advise that treatments should begin within five days of onset. They include initial rest as needed for 24-48 hours, early progressive physical activity, education on sleep, focusing on anti-inflammatory and antioxidant-based nutrition, and pacing oneself. Additionally, educating the patient on signs and symptoms to look out for that would require them to follow up with their healthcare practitioner, and testing for timing about when to return to work, sports, or school, are part of the concussed individual’s management.
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A thorough evaluation by an experienced practitioner in concussion management reveals what treatment is needed and by what practitioners. Red flags indicate the need to refer to a physician specialist, including worsening headaches, repeated vomiting, and cervical spine ligamentous instability. The cervical spine is often overlooked, untreated, and can be the cause of PCS. Cervical – or Whiplash-Associated Disorder (WAD) symptoms overlap with concussion symptoms, so even after the brain has healed, it may be assumed the complaints stem from the concussion when, in actuality, they can be from the cervical spine. Dr. Trudy
Rebeck and colleagues in a 2019 Journal of Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy article report that the shared symptoms of neck pain, headache, dizziness, fatigue, and cognitive impairment may persist for five years. Imaging is not able to differentiate between WAD and concussion. One distinguishing feature for PCS is the loss of consciousness or post-traumatic amnesia. Treatment beyond the cervical spine may include visual, vestibular, balance and motor, aerobic, cognitive, and psychological care, and referral as needed to specialists for nutrition, vision, vestibular, and cognitive care.
Concussion Symptoms A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury that may cause a range of physical and cognitive symptoms.
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Each stage must be separated by at least 24 hours. If symptoms occur at any one stage, athlete must return to previous stage. Return to sport and work requires graduated phases and comprehensive and multimodal assessment. Research shows the importance of waiting to return to work or sports during the brain’s healing period to avoid Second-Impact Syndrome, a rare but possible complication when a person sustains a second concussion during the healing phase. The second impact can result in death.
The brain is only 2% of our body weight, but it uses 20% of the blood supply, which requires time to heal. Basing return to sport or work on symptom resolution does not factor in the brain’s healing time. Brain changes with neuroimaging persist beyond the resolution of symptoms. The decision needs to be comprehensive with testing that considers the various symptoms the patient may be experiencing. Specialists advise an athlete to retire from the sport for repeated low-force concussions, protracted recovery from a concussion, or when they have experienced intracranial hemorrhage. Also, retirement is recommended for the athlete who has experienced three or more concussions that have taken more than 30 days to recover, structural injury on an MRI or CT scan, and development of
Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy (CTE) symptoms.
Michael Streifer, Dr. Allison Brown, and colleagues in the Journal of Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy in 2019 reported about reducing the risk of sports-related concussions. Increasing neck strength and girth are factors which can be altered to help decrease risk. For every one-pound increase in neck strength, concussion risk decreases by 5%. Neck strength is vital in reducing head acceleration. The aim is to have equal 1:1 strength between the muscles that flex and extend the neck. The sternocleidomastoid muscle is essential. Poor posture can also deactivate the deep neck stabilizers and decrease the strength ratio.
Physical Therapy at MAC (through Rose City Physical Therapy) is a Complete Concussion Management-certified clinic. If you or someone you know has sustained a concussion and are interested in information, please call 503-272-8785. Source:
Parking at MAC Know Before You Go! There’s no more guessing and hoping needed when driving to the club. A new module on the MAC app and at themac.com detects parking garage entries and exits, providing real-time traffic volume and occupancy. Questions? Contact At Your Service, at 503-517-7235 or atyourservice@themac.com
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Hagg Lake 20-mile cycling group
Beyond MAC: Wonders Await! Club continues to curate ways to enjoy the great outdoors By Jake Ten Pas
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o paraphrase Assistant Athletic Director Chad Failla, if MAC doesn’t directly offer something in which members are interested, someone at the club can help you find a way to make it happen. During the summer, when sunny weather calls members beyond the physical facility’s walls, a number of the club’s Outdoor programs create near-endless opportunities for members to enjoy the Pacific Northwest wonderland and even more-urban delights.
As Failla, owner of a decked-out Sprinter van, can attest, there are further roads to travel within and without the club community. MAC doesn’t officially facilitate van-centric outings, but many members own similarly posh and versatile rigs, and group trips to far-flung locales have been known roll out on the strength of shared interests and a drive to seek adventure. Those interested in learning more about such sallies forth can always hit up Failla or Outdoor Manager Drew White who, in addition to coaching Climbing, always has his finger on the pulse of such fare. The even better news is, no vehicles are needed, save perhaps a bike, to take
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advantage of an array of amazing events no walls can contain. Read on to find out about a few social and athletic happenings that are set to make this summer — and fall in some cases — unlike any other.
Climbing Many, but not all, MAC Climbing journeys begin in the club’s Climbing Gym, but the sky’s the limit for where the skills learned there can take members. Between the club’s constantly refreshed routes and instructor expertise, and evergreen classes in belaying and other basic related skills, Climbing Staff is ready to aid interested parties in getting vertical inside or venturing outside and onto real rock. In late June, MAC hosted an Outdoor Climbing Skills Camp at Smith Rock, and a similar event presenting the chance to learn, grow, and get some thrills takes place 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday-Sunday, Aug. 13-14, at a to-be-announced local outdoor climbing area. Climbing also recently added a new Family Skills Camp for those looking to do some backpacking, and future sessions may soon be scheduled. Plus,
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in addition to Climbing’s regular camps, which can be found in the Summer Program Guide, staff is offering a new Ropes Course Camp, which Outdoor Supervisor Jonathan Morell says has been well received.
Cycling While previous months have been all about Wednesday and Thursday Rides, June saw MAC’s Cycling Committee shift its gears, adding weekend goings-on. Whether your bicycle is well-maintained or has been begging to be let out of the garage to play, possibilities abound for members to pedal their way to Nirvana with a little help from the club’s expert riders. On Saturday, July 23, take a tour of the hills and farmland northwest of Portland — with easier and more strenuous routes available — on the McMenamins Rock Creek Tavern/Rocky Point/Logie Trail ride. Sunday, Aug. 21, brings another McMenamins stop as participants travel from Edgefield to Bull Run and back again, following the Scenic Highway to Crown Point and then looping past Oxbow Regional Park before turning south to Bull Run. Other upcoming outings include: Cascade Locks/Viento Point on Saturday, Sept. 24; Urban Ramble, a.k.a. Rocky Butte/Tabor Pie Ride on Saturday, Oct. 15; and Gravel from Gaston on Sunday, Nov. 27. For the latest information on these rides, as well as other MAC Cycling news and events, see the Cycling Calendar at themac.com/ group/pages/cycling, join the committee’s private Facebook group at facebook.com/groups/TheMACCycling or Google Group at groups. google.com/g/mac_cycling_club.
Early Birds Since its inception, the MAC Early Birds have operated “outside the box,” both figuratively and literally. Figuratively, the Early Birds are wired differently, loving morning workouts and festivity to the point where they pack the hours between 5 and 8 a.m. with more action than later risers see during the other 21 hours of the day. “But the Early Bird committee and community invite all MAC members to these events because we feel that exposure to both the
Climbing at Smith Rock activities and the Early Bird community will get them hooked!” says committee chair Bill Zander. “We also expand our influence outside of MAC membership. For 20-plus years, we have held a fundraiser with 100% of the proceeds supporting the YWCA Domestic Violence shelter. Further, we partner with neighborhood businesses for Early Bird gatherings, offering these business partners access to our members while offering our members early morning coffee, treats, and an introduction to retail offerings such as Verdun Chocolates and Williams-Sonoma.” Ongoing activities that are literally outside the box of MAC’s walls include early morning walking and running groups leaving the clubhouse every weekday morning at 5:30 a.m. In May, twenty Early Bird runners met at 6:30 a.m. for a 21-mile marathon training run in the farmland surrounding North Plains. In February, a dozen Early Bird skiers tested the slopes of Mt Hood Meadows.
“We have fielded Hood-to-Coast, Rainier-to-the-Pacific, and Shamrock teams. In June, we held our annual Strawberry Shortcake event at the Rose Garden, and in August, we have our Ice Cream Social in the Turnaround,” Zander continues. “For years, we ventured into NW Portland to view the Rose Festival floats in final construction the day before the parade.” Zander adds that the Early Bird community also provides a great support system in times of crisis and uncertainty within its members’ lives. Those looking for fellowship, fun, and fitness in the wee hours of the morning, and beyond, are encouraged to join in. To find out more, email earlybirds.chair@themac.com.
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Golf clinic at Pumpkin Ridge. (Below) Walking and Hiking group at Mt. St. Helens. (Opposite) Summer cocktails at Sunset Bistro. Continued from page 55
Events In addition to the Sun Deck, where members eat and drink in a delightfully elevated setting at the Sunset Bistro, MAC’s Member Events team is constantly coming up with new ways to dazzle and delight in the bright light of the warm season. The bistro hosts Summer Sport Committee Happy Hours 4-6 p.m. Sunday evenings, and nearby, Sun Deck Pool Parties for MAC Competitive Teams liven up Saturday nights from 6-8 p.m. Off-site, on Saturday, July 30, a MAC Kickball Tournament is being planned for Wallace Park, and more details will be announced as soon as it’s finalized. The weekend of Aug. 26-27, staff and member teams will take on the 2022 Hood to Coast Relay, and Friday, Sept. 2, is set for an outing to the Hillsboro Hops game around 7 p.m.
For more upcoming events inside and outside the club, sign up for newsletters under My Interests at themac.com or check out the Club Events section in The Winged M each month.
Golf In many ways, MAC’s Golf program is the epitome of “Beyond MAC” in that the club owns no courses but manages to keep nearby
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greens hopping nonetheless. All events, unless otherwise noted, take place at Pumpkin Ridge Golf Club in North Plains. After hosting two well-received, waitlisted golf clinics at Pumpkin Ridge in June, the Golf Committee is looking at adding clinics in the coming months, so stay tuned for more information in newsletters and at themac. com/group/pages/outdoor-golf. The annual
MAC Golf Scramble also took place in June and is an event to register for every year since it invariably sells out.
Forthcoming opportunities to play include Ladies Golf Night at X-Golf in Tualatin from 4:45-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 3. Participants can play nine holes virtually at Pebble Beach Golf Links. Tee off at 5:30 p.m. with wine, cheese, and charcuterie, all for
$65. A junior camp takes place Aug. 22-24, with more details to follow. Then there’s the beloved MAC Golf Championship, which swings into action Sunday, Sept. 18. This year, there are men’s and women’s open play and senior and super senior divisions. Finally, on Saturday, Oct. 8, the Golf Shamble is set for Salishan.
Walking & Hiking While hikes can be harder than walks, MAC’s Walking & Hiking Committee prides itself on providing outings of both types for just about every level of fitness. Over time, its Tuesday Walks and Wednesday Hikes have become staples of the weekly Outdoor calendar, and that isn’t changing this summer.
Tuesdays in July are filled with walks around areas as diverse as historic downtown Vancouver, Portland Heights to Council Crest, Tryon Creek State Park, and a loop from Marshall Park to nearby cemeteries. Wednesday Hikes take trekkers to Wind Mountain and Beacon Rock, as well as the Lower Lewis River. In August, there will be an evening walk on the MAC Trail and a morning jaunt along the Vedanta Retreat Trail, as well as several more that are still to be announced. Check back at themac.com/group/pages/ outdoor-walkinghiking for more information as it develops!
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MAC Hoops Teams Take Championships In April, The Multnomah Athletic Club adult competitive basketball teams competed in the National Championships, which were held in San Francisco at the Olympic Club. The five teams that represented MAC were the As, AAs, Masters, Golden Masters, and Platinum. Two of those five teams came back as National Champions. The Golden Masters team brought home the championship trophy.
The Platinum team pulled out a tough last-minute win over a strong Los Angeles Athletic Club team, which led the whole game. With intense defense in the last minute and clutch shooting, the Platinum team came away with a hard-fought win.
Golden Masters: (back row) Kurt Weiss, Rick Ravio, Michael Aas, Mark Hesse; (front) Brian Currier, Glen Coblens, Rodd Miller, Robert Phillips Jr, Peter Coffey, and Coach Randy Krichevsky
Want a night without a crayon or coloring menu in sight? MAC is here for you. Peace and quiet are optional, but at least the choice is yours. Free Child Care is available while you dine in 1891 from 5:30–8 p.m. Thursdays and Saturdays. Reserve a spot for your young ones at least 24 hours in advance by calling 503-517-7215 or emailing childcare@themac.com.
Platinum team: (back row) Alan Jochim, Chuck Katter, Glen Coblens, William Patton; (front) Peter Coffey, Robert Phillips, Coach Wes Okamoto, Randy Krichevsky, Michael Holton, and Kurt Weiss
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Clockwise from top: Bruce Duffet, Jeff Locke, and Mark Geringer. Jim Taylor, Mike Hale, and Michael Gormay. Doug Klucecek, Brandon Walter, and Sam Jakola. Jeff Locke and Mark Plumlee.
Club Hoops Trio Takes Home 3-on-3 Honors On Saturday, May 14, MAC Basketball hosted the Spring Indoor 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament in the West Gym. While play was fierce and fun all-around, only one trio could emerge victorious, and it was the team made up of Bruce Duffet, Jeff Locke, and Mark Geringer. Congratulations to the tournament winners.
The 3-on-3 competition featured teams competing in round-robin-style play with single-elimination playoffs. Teams were picked by tournament organizers to ensure parity and equity. Members bonded over pizza, snacks, beer, and Gatorade, plus the glory of great play and the kind of camaraderie in which MAC specializes. Readers should keep their eyes peeled for the next 3-on-3 tournament, coming to a club court in the future.
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MAC Karate Resumes All Class Levels BRANDON DAVIS (2)
The Zoom era is over, at least for MAC Karate. The program provided virtual classes during the pandemic, and recently completed its first year back to in-person class. It has been fantastic! Initially only the Intermediate/ Advanced Class for longtime students was available, but by fall 2021, there was growing interest in starting a Beginner Class. The 11-week program — geared toward those trying karate for the first time — was launched, and sessions ran in fall and winter. To provide a next step for training, MAC Karate now also offers a Novice Class! This is ideal for students who have met the Beginner criteria and want to continue building on what they have learned. With the addition of the Novice Class, the club program is back to its full suite of training opportunities.
With fall registration coming up, now is the time to start or resume a martial arts sport with a Beginner or Novice Class. Here at MAC, the karate program is classified as a recreational sport. While there are competition and tournament options available throughout the year, they are not a required component of the program. Beginner students simply can enjoy training and learning the many facets of a traditional karate program, such as: improved physical and mental health, stronger self-esteem and confidence, and practice setting goals. What does a 30-minute beginner karate class look like? Each one starts with students learning some of the etiquette elements of karate. The opening ceremony, for instance, includes the Dojo Kun (guiding principles for training and mindset). For the first few weeks of class, students are introduced
MAC Karate students practice their movements at the club. to kihon, or basic karate techniques, consisting of blocks, kicks, punches, and front stance. Initially, these are performed from a stationary position. Students then progress to using these techniques while moving forward and backward. From the outset, new students also learn katas, a series of choreographed techniques containing offensive and defensive techniques. First up is the foot pattern — moving back and forth across the floor — and then blocks and punches are incorporated into the
pattern. At the end of class, students conclude with a variation on the opening ceremony, which includes thanking teachers and fellow students for training. Yes, there is homework. Outside of class time, students are expected to practice at least five minutes a day. A little practice each night makes a big difference in developing skills and confidence at the start of learning a new sport. Once students have completed the Beginner Class, they can repeat the session in the following term or progress to the Novice Class. There, students continue developing kihon and kata skills, and some sparring work is introduced. Karate is one of the smaller classes offered at MAC, making it perfect for small-group instruction. The Beginner Class serves students from ages 7 through adult. For those teenagers or adults considering karate, but who aren’t sure about having younger kids in class, rest assured that the Beginner Class is about teaching karate and not playing games. The next Beginner and Novice Classes start in September. For registration and information about the MAC Karate program, please contact: Molly Gill at mgill@themac.com or Sensei Bill Plapinger at bplapinger@themac.com.
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Kiva Believer: Long Road Leads to Squash Victory for Jubitz MAC member David Jubitz recently made an impressive showing at The Kiva Classic along with a nonmember partner. The doubles squash invitational tournament is hosted annually by 75 active members of Santa Fe, New Mexico’s Kiva Club, and it attracts entrants from throughout the United States and Canada to compete in age-division play. In 2021, the event celebrated its 30th anniversary.
Long-term doubles partners Jubitz and Mike Houghton competed in the tournament for the first time together several years ago. They surprised themselves and other competitors by reaching the finals in the 65+ age group, where they lost to a better team 3-1. In subsequent years, they have fallen short of that mark several times, but their goal has remained the same: “Someday we are going to win this!” Half-jokingly they’ve shared that it would likely happen in their 80s and they are the last men standing, winning by default. The 2021 Kiva Classic provided another opportunity, but they would be unable to enter the 75+ category as Houghton was 74 and just shy of being eligible to play in the older division. The Kiva tournament director put Jubitz in touch with Mark Hinchcliffe from Toronto, who also needed a partner. They communicated and realized they were both “right wall” players. Hinchcliffe was uncomfortable switching to the left wall, and Jubitz had played left wall in the past, so he agreed to move over. Jubitz spent all his remaining time before the event practicing playing the left wall, including solo drills on an empty court in mornings before work and switching to the left wall for any matches leading up to the tournament. He also focused on doubles strategies that MAC pro Julian Ilingworth taught in a fall clinic, and those led to a big boost in both his play and confidence.
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Long-term doubles partners Mike Houghton and David Jubitz.
As popular as the Kiva Classic has become due to great competition, welcoming hosts, and delicious catered meals, there’s only one doubles court, so warm-up time is limited to three minutes per team in order to accommodate all the matches and not run past midnight.
Though Hinchcliffe and Jubitz would not have an opportunity to practice before the first match, they realized they were both more mobile than the other 75+ teams. Their strategy was simple: Jubitz would keep the ball in play, hopefully deep, and limit risky shots. Hinchcliffe would use his uncanny ability to anticipate their shots and chase down weak returns for winners.
It worked. They won the first match 3-0. In the finals, they were playing against the No. 1-ranked 75+ doubles player in the country. “Clearly, he was more skilled than either of us,” Jubitz says, but his and Hinchcliffe’s mobility — and the latter’s shot-making — were the difference. They won again, 3-0. Jubitz was a Kiva Classic champion!
There’s now a framed copy of the 2021 Kiva Classic 75+ draw on his den wall, replacing the 2016 draw in which Jubitz and Houghton were finalists. Goal achieved.
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Looking Back on a Successful Synchro Season
he MAC Synchro Junior Program is nearing the end of a very successful competitive season! From December 2021 to June 2022, 40 athletes between the ages of 6-18 collectively participated in a total of 12 competitions. Keep reading for some of the many highlights and accomplishments thus far.
In April, the program’s oldest team traveled all the way to Geneva, Ohio, to compete at Senior Nationals. The Senior Team brought home the bronze medal for its Technical Team! Both Grace Huffman and Zoe Tomlinson swam in finals for each of their Solos, and for their Duet together. Between the six of them, they competed a total of nine times in a span of four days. It was also the last national competition for the program’s four high-school seniors: Huffman, Tomlinson, Hailey Dunst, and Presley Girard. Congratulations, athletes, on a memorable and successful competition, and to Huffman and Tomlinson on 10 years competing for MAC Synchro. From April 22 to 24, the Intermediate, 12U, 13-15, and 18-19 Age Group Teams competed in Tacoma, Washington, at the OAAS Association Championships. This competition served as the qualifier for Regionals, and every single competed routine qualified!
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Nine of MAC Synchro’s 13-15 athletes traveled to Irvine, California, to take on the strongest competition in the country for their age group. From April 28 to May 1, they competed Figures, Solo, Duet, and Team. Swimmer Reiko Nitta placed top 12 in Solo preliminaries and moved on to finals, where she finished 12th in the country. She vied against 53 Solos and swam her way to the top. The Star Wars Team performed its routine with all seven athletes for the first time this season and placed top 10 in prelims, moving on to finals and finished 10th in the country! This year, MAC hosted the Charlotte Davis Region A Championships (Regionals) from May 14 to 15. All five Intermediate routines placed first in their events, and each earned a gold medal. The 12U crew placed second with its team routine, earning a silver medal and qualifying to Junior Olympics. The 13-15 Star Wars Team won gold and also qualified to compete at Junior Olympics in Gainesville, Florida. In a stiff
MAC Synchro is incredibly proud of all its athletes and their performances this season. The team is sad to say goodbye to its four amazing seniors, but looks forward to growing the program with new members ready to try the wonderful sport of Artistic Swimming! For those interested, sign up for two synchro camps on the MAC website, and don’t miss fall tryouts at the end of summer on Aug. 31 and Sept. 1, 5, and 6, from 4:305:30 p.m. at the Sun Deck Pool. Only one tryout day is required. Wishing everyone a great summer, and go MAC Synchro!
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Solo competition, Nitta and Lily Baioni both secured their Junior Olympics spots by placing first and second. Lucy Herzig and Sahana Desai swam their way to second place in Duet, and their teammates Mara Sullivan and Tuula Dubrawsky placed right behind them in third; both Duets will compete again at Junior Olympics. MAC Synchro’s 13-15 TV team members swam their hearts out and placed fourth amongst tough competition! Lastly, the 18-19 swimmers swept the floor, winning a total of three gold medals, one silver, and one bronze. The Technical Team, represented by Tomlinson’s Technical Solo and Girard and Elizabeth Rocheleau’s Free Duet, won gold! The Free Team, tenths of a point away from first, won second place, and Tomlinson and Hailey Dunst finished third in Free Duet.
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Strength & Conditioning Empowers Juniors MAC Strength & Conditioning’s mission is to educate, empower, and inspire junior MAC members to excel through each stage of athletic, social, and emotional development, setting them up for lifelong involvement in their own health and wellness, physical activity, and sport. The club has many upcoming opportunities for junior members ages 8-18 to get involved, get active, and get instruction from some of MAC’s top Strength & Conditioning coaches.
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The five-week Summer Series runs from Monday, July 25 to Friday, Aug. 26. Register by Wednesday, July 20. Active Start Classes (ages 8-10) • Elementary Fitness: 4-4:45 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays - YAS101 • Elementary Yoga: 5-5:45 p.m. Wednesdays - YAS151 Learning to Train Classes (ages 11-13) • Intro to Strength and Conditioning: 4-4:45 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays - YLT101 • Intro to Speed, Agility & Quickness: 12:15-1 p.m. Wednesdays and Fridays - YLT151 • Intermediate Yoga: - 4-4:45 p.m. Wednesdays - YLT126 Performance Training Classes (ages 14-18) • Powerlifting: 4-5 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays - YPS101 • Women’s Strength & Conditioning: 1-2 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays - YPS151 • Olympic Lifting: 5-6 p.m. Mondays and Wednesdays - YPS201 • Intermediate Yoga: 4-4:45 p.m. Wednesdays - YLT126
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Pressure: Positive or Negative? Anyone who has played sports is aware of pressure and the effects it can have on athletic performance. Butterflies in the stomach. Sweaty palms. Negative thoughts. Fear. As uncomfortable as this may seem, it’s a way of life for athletes and something all who play sports need to embrace.
So, what is pressure? There are many definitions of pressure and even more books written on the subject. For the purposes of this article, and to avoid a long debate, pressure is defined as any perceived internal or external influence which enhances the importance of performing optimally to achieve a desired outcome. This brings out the next question: Does pressure have a positive or a negative impact on performance?
For those looking for a black-and-white answer, sorry, it isn’t coming. Pressure can have both positive and negative effects on performance. The positive impacts occur when an athlete remains focused on the task at hand and refrains from big-picture thinking.
What is the task at hand? Contrary to what most think, it is not winning. Winning is the result. The task is the next point or the preparation to play it. The task might be positioning and doing the little things needed to achieve
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individual or team success. This is the elusive in-the-zone moment desired by so many who compete. It is the moment of freedom, the ability to do normally difficult things and execute to perfection. Athletes in the zone report balls appearing bigger and slower than usual, they even claim not to hear the crowd, that all is still and quiet within them.
Unfortunately, the negative effects of pressure are too well known, usually because they have been felt before. For a tennis player, it could be the “cement elbow” that doesn’t allow a free and loose swing, or dead feet, which seem to weigh a ton. Pressure also can present as negative emotions and feelings of anxiety. This headspace is an awful place for an athlete to be, and the common term for it is “choking.” Feelings of helplessness, desperation, and wanting to be anywhere but the field of battle are some of the emotions that fester inside. One of the best examples of the negative effects of pressure is presented in the Netflix documentary, Untold: Breaking Point. It details the struggles even elite, world-class athletes face, and it is a great watch for any sports enthusiast.
All competitors must deal with pressure at some point. It is important to think about those moments before they are entered. The U.S. Open has a quote from Billie Jean King at the entrance to Arthur Ashe Stadium, “Pressure is a privilege.” And it is just that. The reason athletes find themselves in big moments is because they are deserving, and they fought to put themselves in a position to be victorious. Rather than being afraid of, or shying away from, the moment, athletes need to embrace it. These moments are the reason hours of training were endured. Relish it. Above all, want the ball. As my old college coach used to say, “Love the battle.”
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Member Numbers: Walk Across America Mileage Walk Across America is a national program that allows members to create annual mileage goals, with endof-year rewards. The idea is to set a mileage goal that is reasonable, attainable, challenging, and motivating. MAC members may join at any time. For information about the program and to submit mileage, please contact Claire Galton at galtoncc@gmail.com.
Mileage as of May 31 Ann Blume, 4958 Hal Broughton, 25759 Sally Broughton, 19002 Ann Durfee, 46937 Claire Galton, 43933 Norm Frink, 12563
Vuong Vu, 892 Shannon Leonetti, 83876 Harriet Maizels, 26255 Tom Neilsen, 5500 Linda Opray, 21534 John Popplewell, 2851
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Junior Volleyball Players: Join a MAC Team this Fall! TAYLOR CANOSO
Are you a junior age 10-17 interested in playing on a competitive club volleyball team? Would you like the opportunity to travel and play other volleyball teams from all over the U.S.? Or are you a beginning volleyball player that would like to expand your skill & knowledge and play on a team while doing so? If you’re looking for team comradery, friendship, competition, and a fun environment to develop into a better volleyball player at MAC, look no further. We will be holding our club team tryouts for the 2022-2023 season this November (exact dates TBA).
(1) Elite/National teams. These teams consist of advanced/experienced athletes looking for a high level of play. They attend more competitive traveling tournaments and consist of training two-three times per week in addition to tournaments. Travel tournaments can be anywhere in the U.S. These teams also compete in CEVA Power Leagues and Regionals, as well as some friendship tournaments in the region — great for players who want a lot of exposure to a high level of play and opportunities for college recruitment.
Rieli Hickey, Annabel Pettersson, Laney Urness, Ajaya Stoudamire, Coach Celena Maxwell, Charlotte Maloco, Nicole Moore, Harper Buchholz, Courtney Kleyne, Grace Slotemaker, Sydney Hett, Caroline Bell, Coach Nicholas Costello, Coach Quin Kloppenburg, Abigail Solomon, Chloe Calvert, Artisa Macasa, Marisa Huffstetler, Adele Betik, Julia Renison, and Nikki Nassib.
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(Above) Peyton Myers, Eleanor Pigg, Chloe Calvert, Harper Buchholz, and Arista Macasa. (Left) Lauren Jones, Violet Fields, Gianna Yazzolino, Francesca Crepeaux, Nora Pittman, Giulia Oleson, Chase Zanon, and Kathryn Urquhart.
are looking for a high level of play but are still developing skills and knowledge of the game. These teams are also great for athletes who are passionate about the sport but are not ready to commit to a national team travel schedule. These teams typically train two times per week and compete in local CEVA Power Leagues and Regionals, as well as other friendship tournaments in the NW region
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(2) Intermediate/Regional teams. These teams consist of athletes with one-two years of competitive team experience who
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Club teams can range anywhere from 11U-18U, but teams will be created based on athletes that tryout in November. The club season typically runs from November to April or May (depending on the team). Junior Nationals (GJNC) are usually held in July. A team must earn a spot in the GJNC during the regular season. The MAC typically has three levels of teams in each age division.
(locations range anywhere from Ridgefield, WA to Eugene, OR).
(3) Developmental/Local teams. These teams consist of athletes that are at a beginner level and are new to club volleyball. Ideal for athletes and families that do not want to travel and are looking for consistent practice and a mild tournament schedule. These teams typically train two times per week and compete in local CEVA Power Leagues and Regionals (locations range anywhere from Ridgefield, WA to Eugene, OR).
If you’re interested in joining a team for the upcoming season, it is recommended to get involved as soon as possible. Join MAC volleyball summer camps, sign up for personal training sessions, and participate in clinics and open gyms. There will be opportunities throughout the summer and early fall to get on the court and get involved. You can also visit CEVA’s website to learn more general information about the club season, including important dates, age definitions (which age division an athlete is eligible for based on their age), CEVA/USA Volleyball membership requirements, and other important need-to-know items for players and parents. www.cevaregion.org
You can also email volleyball@themac.com for more information and to get involved. Go MAC!
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Time Changes Narratives, in Tennis and Life By Roland Haertl
“Y
ou are playing next Saturday morning at 10 a.m. at the West Hills Tennis Center.”
I had no idea what the husband of one of my wife’s tennis friends was talking about. “What are you telling me?” I asked him, confused.
In the summer of 1977, the social wing of my wife’s tennis group was invited to attend a cocktail party for members and spouses at my wife and my house. In 1975, my wife had decided to become sporty and she took up tennis with a group of her friends. Gradually, the spouses, all male at the time, became involved socially and occasionally engaged in mixed-doubles play. This is the story of how I took up tennis for the third time in my life to fill the fourth spot on a Saturday doubles game in the neighborhood. My experience was limited to playing with my brother and some post-college. With my wife’s group I started to play singles again. My wife talked me into entering MAC’s singles club tournament. I entered in “B” class. At that time, “B” class contained some very weak players like me. I never was more than a “B” player, if that. I had a weak serve, a bad backhand, but a reasonably good forehand. I had played handball for the past 20 years with the usual “run, dive and hit the ball” approach, contrary to the “nice ball” approach of tennis. I also was left-handed.
Eight players entered in the “B” bracket. After two matches, I found myself in the finals. My opponent was Dan Fenker. Even now, when I run into him in the club, I am awed by his height and wingspan. In 1977, that did not bode well for the match, but after a hot and fierce struggle, I won the “B” class. This brings us to the social wing of my wife’s tennis group and our decision to host a cocktail party at our house.
Partway through the cocktail party, three of the husbands approached me and said: “We just made a bet that any ‘B’ men’s tennis player can defeat a women’s championship player in singles. You are playing next Saturday morning at 10 a.m. at the West Hills Tennis Center.” I said, “Thanks a lot, guys.” Sarcastically.
The following Saturday, I played a women’s “champion”-rated player at the tennis center. I did not think about getting dragged into the Bobby Riggs/Billie Jean King Men are from Mars/ Women are from Venus discussions and controversies. The game started out relaxed. I brought the handball-style of kamikaze play to the tennis court. Then my opponent hit a passing shot, which should have turned into a point for her. I retrieved it by diving diagonally backwards and returning it for my point. Psychologically the match was over. She tensed up and lost.
Forty years later, I started to write down some stories. I checked with my youngest daughter for her feedback. Her quick comment was: “You can’t write that story. It is anachronistic. Think about it.” I did. I reviewed the changes in my views and attitudes over 70 years on matters such as religion, marriage, sex, divorce, ethnic purity, race relations, homosexuality, treatment of criminal acts and their definition, to the present accepted standards, practiced behavior, and modifications to mores and laws. Not even mentioning the birth of new issues that were not even thought about 70 years ago, such as legalization of drugs, gay marriage, and transgender issues.
I did not do a structured and systematic analysis. Just a listing in my mind of the changes in my attitudes over my life. A few days ago, a lady of approximately my age recognized my accent as close to hers. She clearly could speak with a Viennese accent in German. I relayed a story of the 1960s, sitting around a pool in Ashland, Oregon, over morning coffee and exchanging barbs at one another’s ethnic background between the different German-speaking dialect regions of the members of the group. It was an accidental gathering of Viennese, Bavarian, Prussian Swabian, and Frisian “tribal” members. The Viennese lady said, “Times and attitudes have changed. We don’t do ethnic jokes anymore.” We have eliminated the potential insult of that type of “jocular” event.
Roland Haertl is a serial entrepreneur, polymath, ex-handball player, ex-skier, ex-men’s volleyball B-team setter and men’s B-class MAC singles tennis champion. He attended the U of O under a Fulbright scholarship before obtaining a graduate degree in structural and civil engineering in Germany. He holds several patents. His design of the Fremont bridge in Portland, Oregon was selected from several for construction in 1966. He joined the MAC in 1962. He and his wife, Leslie Kolisch, live in Camas.
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Experimental cancer therapy inspires hope Three years ago, Kathy Wilkes was losing her battle with pancreatic cancer. Despite surgery, radiation and multiple rounds of chemotherapy, her tumors continued to grow. Determined to find hope, she discovered Eric Tran, Ph.D., Rom Leidner, M.D., and immunotherapy at Earle A. Chiles Research Institute in Portland. Under Dr. Tran’s leadership, the team at the Adoptive Cell Therapy Lab reprogrammed Kathy’s immune cells to attack the cancer in her body. They grew billions of these cells in their lab and infused them back into Kathy. Six month later her tumors had shrunk by 72%.
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Drs. Leidner and Tran are part of the renowned research team at Providence Cancer Institute, home to Earle A. Chiles Research Institute and Robert W. Franz Cancer Center in Portland.
This therapy is highly experimental. Still, the study published by The New England Journal of Medicine is being called a game changer with potential for treating other cancers. Breakthroughs like this happen when brilliant minds have the resources to test new ideas. Philanthropy powers breakthroughs. And, there is much more work to do. Join us – and help our scientists change the world. ProvidenceFoundations.org/adoptivecell
