Club Life 9.1.23

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SEPTEMBER 1, 2023 WWW.CCCOUNTRYCLUB.COM
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Club’s
UTSA
Year
Club.
more on page 3.
BigawardinBigApple
Gerry Maingot, the
Director of Tennis, holds award for
Facility of the
presented by Todd Carlson, USTA Director of Tennis Facilities (far right). Zach Williams, left and Ruben Lerma also represented the
Please see

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Members:

LaborDayweekendishere.Wehaveapool partyonSunday.We‘llbeopenMondayand closedTuesday.

Besureandbringthewholefamilyoutasthe weatherlookstobegoodandnotquiteashot.

Pickleball,tennisandgolfwillbemoreplayable intheafternoons.

WeofficiallyreceivedtheUSTAFacilityofthe Yearawardthisweekandwillcelebrateiton September20thatTennis.

AlotofexcitingthingshappeningattheClub.I hopeeveryonehasasafeandfunLaborDay weekend.

JerodBecton

2/General
Manager's Letter

‘OutstandingTennisFacility’

Club honored by USTA in NYC at U.S. Open

Corpus Christi Country Club was recognized

Monday as “2023 Outstanding Tennis Facility of the Year” on the opening day of the U.S. Open Tennis Championships in New York City. Representing the Club in the photo above left were Zach Williams, Jelena Williams, Ruben Lerma and Gerry Maingot. Please join us Wednesday, Sept. 20 at 7 p.m. at our tennis facility to celebrate the club’s accomplishments and recognition.

tennis/3

(page number where you can find more details about event listed after event name)

Sept.1:Surf&Turf/page6

Sunday,Sept.3:LaborDay

WeekendPartyatthePool/page 7

Sept.8:HappyHourinthe

Pub/page8

Sept.17:SundayBrunch/page9

Sept.22:Whiskey&Cigars/page10

UPCOMINGEVENTS
Members: No matter what kind of event you would like us to host, one of the things we do that really adds to the ambiance is how we can transform our ballroom to fit your event.
4/Catering
Ida Maldonado, Private Events Director 361.991.2811x109 cateringsales @cccountryclub.com
to You

Congratulations to LonnieRiebschlager, Lead Line Cook who’s been with the Club 34 years! The day he was honored was also his birthday.

employee of the month/5

SURF & TURF

Smoked Carolina Pulled Pork

Fried Shrimp, Lemons, Tartar Sauce, Cocktail Sauce

Boiled New Potatoes with Parsley Butter

Poblano Creamed Corn

Chef’s Salad Bar

Rum Raisin Bread Pudding

Friday, Sept. 1

6 p.m.

$32 per person

Please call Grill for reservations.

Sunday, Sept. 3

Buffet, DJ & Pool Games 12:30-4 p.m. (Pool open noon to 8 p.m.)

$28 adults, $15 kids

Summer Corn & Tomato Salad * Chopped Green Salad

Fresh Watermelon * Potato Salad * Cole Slaw

BBQ Brisket * Smoked Chicken Wings

Sausage * Baked Beans

Assorted Pies & Cobbler

Assorted Ice Cream Treats

HAPPY HOUR INTHE PUB FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 5:30-7:30 P.M. Join us for ... LocatedinPub&PubPatio ComplimentaryAppetizer $2.50DomesticBeer $3HouseWine $5SpecialtyCocktail

Sept.17...11a.m.-2p.m.

Adults/$35 Seniors/$30 Children (5-12 years) $13

Children 4 & under free

BreakfastBar

Made-to-order Omelets

Crispy Bacon

Sausage Links

Potatoes O’Brien

GrandSaladBar

Chefs Garden Salad with Assorted Toppings & Dressings

Pasta Salad, Shrimp Salad, Peaches & Cream

Waldorf Salad

Spinach Salad with Blue Cheese, Strawberries, Candied Pecans

International Cheese Display

Charcuterie Display

Fruit Display

Tomato Soup

GrandBuffet

Carved Prime Rib of Beef

Chicken Francese

Potatoes Dauphinoise

Asparagus with Slab Bacon & Sweet Onions

Children’sBuffet

Chicken Tenders

Tater Tots

Macaroni & Cheese

SweetEndings

Sundae Bar

Chef Dawn’s Assorted Desserts

FRIDAY SEPT. 22 6:30-9 p.m. $49.95 per person Open to fi members/g SIP & SIP & SMOKE SMOKE LIVE MUSIC & FUN SELECTED WHISKEYS, BOURBONS & CIGARS RSVP: ALEXIS JONES 361.991.2811 x108 cateringasst@cccountryclub.com Or go to our calendar, click on event for Sept. 22, put in party size and hit save! Event will cancel if RSVPs are under 20 by Tuesday before event. Guestspeakerwill discussdifferentflavor profilesofspiritswe'llsample. GCigar:OliviaSerieVToro uitaristMichaelMoore

Letter from Chef Ramos/11

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TheAkaushibreeddidnotexistoutsideofJapanuntilthe1990s. Fifth-generationcattleranchersRonaldandJordanBeemancreated HeartBrandBeeftorevolutionizethebeefindustrybybringing exceptionallydeliciousandhealthyJapaneseAkaushibeeftoAmerican consumers.

AllAkaushiareWagyu,butnotallWagyuareAkaushi.

Akaushicattleareknownworldwidefortheirdistinctmarbling.ThehighfatcontentinAkaushicattle,knownastheEmperor’sBreed,leavesless roomformusclefiberandcollagen,makingthebeefnotablymoretender thanotherbreeds.Italsocontainsahigherconcentrationof monounsaturatedfatrelativetosaturatedfat,whichtheAmericanHeart Associationnotescanleadtolowercholesterol,preventionofcoronary heartdiseaseandweightloss.

ThehighamountofoleicacidfoundinAkaushibeefgivesitadeep,buttery taste,unlikeanyotherbeefontheAmericanmarket.Itprovidesatruly uniqueeatingexperiencewithamelt-in-your-mouthtextureandrich butteryflavor.

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EXECUTIVE CHEF/ HAROLD RAMOS Akaushi Beef cattle are red and compact.
12/Golf Tip of the Week
Click to see this week's video See archive of Brent's tips on our website Click here to go to the website page with recent weekly tips organized by Full Swing, Short Game and Miscellaneous What‘sthedifference forspinonBentGrass versusBermuda?
BRENT BLACKBURN/GOLF PRO

28/Golf Course UpdatE

SETHSMITH/ GROUNDSSUPERINTENDENT

The golf course has responded beautifully to the rain last week and it‘s really starting to shine. The grounds team was able to complete trimming of the Ligustrum screen around the property this week utilizing the sickle mower attachment for our mini-excavator.

Here'showtomakeonlinecourt reservationsusingourwebsiteorapp

Step1: Login to the Club's website. You'll come to the member home page. Put your cursor on tennis and the drop-down menu will appear. Click on Tennis Reservations.

Step2: Go to the day you want, find the court and time you want, then click on it.

Step3: Fill out the form, click on Make Reservation

Ontheapp: Open our app, click on Tennis Reservations, find your date, court, fill out the info and click on Make Reservations You'll get a notification on the app confirming your reservation.

Questions?Issues? Call the Tennis Shop at 361.991.7561.

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JOIN US FOR A TENNIS

SOCIAL & TOAST OUR USTA OUTSTANDING TENNIS FACILITY

MORE INFORMATION TO BE ANNOUNCED
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 20

Saturday,September9

Opentofirst8mentoregister Startsat9a.m.

Fee:$15perplayer Includesdrinks&“braggingrights”

T E N N I S & P I Z Z A JUNIOR

JOIN YOUR FAVORITE PROS

$15 PER JUNIOR

PIZZA, COOKIES & JUICE BOXES

6 P.M. FRIDAY | SEPT. 22 S I G N U P I N T H E T E N N I S S H O P T O D A Y !
PLAYDAY

MEN'S & WOMEN'S

SINGLES CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP

SEPT. 30-OCT. 1

$35 PER PLAYER, ALL LEVELS

CCCC

PICKLEBALL

P R O G R A M S

PICKLEBALL 101

Mondays 7-8 p.m.

Intro to Pickleball including rules, drills & matchplay

Daily fee/$18 member/$23 guest

OPEN PICKLEBALL MATCHPLAY

Mondays 6-7 p.m. 1 hour of round robin matchplay

Daily Fee $10

MEN'S BEER LEAGUE

Tuesdays 7-8 p.m. 6-week social league including 2 beers and one hour of pickleball play

Daily fee $15

SUMMER

POOLPARTIES

Looking to throw a memorable pool party this summer? Look no further than your own Club! Our poolside venue is the perfect location to host your upcoming event. Let our experienced banquet department take care of the details while you relax and enjoy the festivities. From set-up to clean-up, we've got you covered. To book your party, simply call our office at 361.991.2811 and ask for Ida (x109) or Alexis (x108). Please note there is a pool guest fee of $5 per person. So come and celebrate with us and make some unforgettable memories with your family and friends.

POOLHOURS

May12th-June2

Tuesday-Thursday:Closed Friday:4-8p.m.

Saturday:10a.m.-8p.m.

Sunday:Noon-8p.m.

June2nd-August6th

Tuesday-Saturday:10a.m.-8p.m.

Sunday:Noon-8p.m.

August11th-September24th

Tuesday-Thursday:Closed Friday:4-8pm

Saturday:10a.m.-8p.m.

Sunday:Noon-8p.m.

PoolclosesforseasononSeptember24th

POOLSIDE FOOD& BEVERAGESERVICE

We're excited to invite you and your families to join us for a unique dining experience poolside. Our poolside bar offers a wide range of amazing beverages perfect for sipping while the kids splash in the pool. To make your visit even more enjoyable, we're pleased to offer food and beverage service during the same hours the pool is open. Take a break from the routine and treat yourself and your loved ones to a fun-filled day out at the pool. Our friendly staff will be more than happy to assist you in making your experience unforgettable.

CCCC 2023 Swim Program/37

AQUATICSDIRECTOR

Cristian Toren is a Corpus Christi native. His experience in Aquatics spans eight years, seven of which has been in management. Cristian is an American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor as well as a Certified Pool Operator. He is an avid outdoorsman who enjoys all Texas has to offer. When not at work, you’ll find him enjoying time with his family, hunting and fishing.

POOLMANAGER

Lori Berger has been in aquatics for more than 15 years, swam competitively and enjoys swimming to this day. Having been born and raised in the Corpus area, she loves spending time with her family at the beach and also along the bay. Lori is excited to meet everyone and looks forward to working with and having fun with your kids this summer.

LEARNTOSWIM

GroupSwimLessonswillbeofferedat 8a.m.and8:30a.m.Tuesday-Friday beginningJune6th.Thegrouplessons areforchildrenages3andup.Each sessionwillincludeeight30-minute lessonswithafeeof$50perchildper session.Toregisterforgrouplessons pleasecontactLoriBergerat 361.424.0901.

SessionSchedule:

June6-16

June20-30

July11-21

July25-August4

PRIVATESWIMLESSONS

Private Swim Lessons are available for all ages six months and above. Private lessons are scheduled based on instructor availability. The cost for a private lesson is $35 per half hour per swimmer. To schedule a private swim lesson please contact Lori Berger at 361.424.0901.

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Swim Program
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Surf&Turf LaborDay PartyatthePool GolfCourse open GolfCourse& Clubclosed HappyHour inthePub SeniorClub Championship Men's ClayCourt Challenge SeniorClub Championship BucDays TexasA&M AlumniTennis Match MGAYoung vs.Old MGAYoung vs.Old Sunday Brunch Lastpoolweekend untilnextyear WhiskeyTasting &Cigars JuniorTennis& PizzaPlayday Lastpoolweekend untilnextyear Lastpoolweekend untilnextyear Portof CorpusChristi CCCCMen's& Women's SinglesClub Championships CCCCMen's& Women's SinglesClub Championships 7 6 5 10 16 15 14 13 12 11 17 22 21 20 19 18 SEPTEMBER 2023 23 "September is the other January." — Gretchen Rubin 9 a.m. WGA Play 8 9 2 3 4 1 Check our calendar at cccountryclub.com for more details and to see future months 24 28 9a.m. WGAPlay Tennissocialto celebrateUTSA Outstanding FaciltyAward 9 a.m. WGA Play 29 30 Oct 1 Women'sInner City 25 26 27

General Manager

Jerod Becton

O: ext. 102

C: 361.500.9053

Executive Assistant & Membership Director

Ester Bregman

O: ext. 104

C: 361.500.2011

Controller

Sylvia Mendez ext. 105

Accounts Payable

Jessica Gutierrez ext. 107

Food & Beverage Director

Carlos Mendez

O: ext. 103

C: 361.500.9127

Private Events Director

Ida Maldonado

O: ext. 109

C: 832.477.2150

Receptionist ext. 100

Pro
361.500.9192 Course Superintendent Seth
O: 361.991.3634 C: 870.270.9963 www.cccountryclub.com 361.991.2811 Follow us on Social Media @CCCountryClub
Tennis
Gerry Maingot O: 361.991.7561 C: 361.815.5979 Golf Pro Brent Blackburn O: 361.991.7870 C:
Smith
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Hours of Operation/41

Monday: Closed

Monday: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Tuesday-Friday: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Saturday & Sunday: Closed

Tuesday-Saturday: 7 a.m. to dusk

Sunday: 7 a.m. to *3 hours before dusk *CLEAN

Monday: Closed

Tuesday-Saturday: 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Sunday: 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Monday: Closed

Tuesday-Friday: 7 a.m. to dusk

Saturday & Sunday: 7 a.m. to dusk

Monday: Closed

Tuesday-Friday: 7:30 a.m.

Saturday & Sunday: 7 a.m.

Monday: 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Tuesday-Sunday: 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Monday: Closed

Tuesday-Friday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Saturday & Sunday: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Monday-Thursday: 8:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Friday & Saturday: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Sunday: Noon-5 p.m.

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