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CLUB MANAGEMENT
MarcGuiseppi,PGA–GeneralManager 615-776-4313 | mguiseppi@thegovernorsclub.net
BarronSims–ClubhouseManager 615-776-4353 | clubhousemanager@thegovernorsclub.net
ToddElder–MembershipSalesDirector 615-776-4404 | telder@thegovernorsclubnet
JodieAnderson–Controller 615-776-4344 | janderson@thegovernorsclub.net
GlenMurry,CGCS–GolfCourseSuperintendent 615-776-4317 | gmurry@thegovernorsclubnet
GraysonGuthrie –AssistantGolfCourseSuperintendent 615-776-4316 | gguthrie@thegovernorsclub.net
ScottBailey,PGA–HeadGolfProfessional 615-776-4312 | sbailey@thegovernorsclubnet
TateKloeppel–AssistantGolfProfessional 615-776-4311 | tkloeppel@thegovernorsclub.net
CadeMorgan–AssistantGolfProfessional 615-776-4331 | cmorgan@thegovernorsclubnet
BenYehle–AssistantGolfProfessional 615-776-4332 | byehle@thegovernorsclub.net
LeeSpencer–ExecutiveChef 615-776-4342 | lspencer@thegovernorsclubnet
JessicaCothern–ExecutiveSousChef 615-776-4342ex.109 |jcothern@thegovernorsclub.net
MichaelaCrisan–SousChef 615-776-4342ex.109 | mcrisan@thegovernorsclub.net
MarkBielski–Food&BeverageDirector 615-776-4327 | mbielski@thegovernorsclubnet
KatelynStinson–DiningRoomManager 615-776-4330 | diningmanager@thegovernorsclub.net
JamieWatford–SpecialEventsConsultant 615-776-4332 | fandbmanager@thegovernorsclubnet
CLOSEDMONDAYS
ARNIE’S PUB
TUESDAY | OPENUNTIL7PM
WEDNESDAY&THURSDAY | OPENUNTIL9PM
FRIDAY&SATURDAY | OPENUNTIL9:30PM SUNDAY | OPENUNTIL7PM
CABANA
TUESDAY | OPENUNTIL7PM
WEDNESDAY&THURSDAY | OPENUNTIL9PM
FRIDAY&SATURDAY | OPENUNTIL9:30PM
SUNDAY | OPENUNTIL7PM
POOL
TUESDAY-SUNDAY | OPENUNTIL7PM
GOLF SHOP
TUESDAY-FRIDAY | 7AM-7PM
SATURDAY-SUNDAY | 6:30AM-7PM
GOLF COURSE
TUESDAY-FRIDAY | 8AM-DUSK
SATURDAY-SUNDAY | 7:30AM-DUSK
PRACTICE RANGE
TUESDAY-FRIDAY | 7:30AM-DUSK
SATURDAY-SUNDAY | 7AM-DUSK
ARNIE’S PUB
615-776-4352 (Dining Reservations) 615-776-4314
GOLF SHOP
615-776-4311
FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER
Welcometothefirsteditionofwhatwillbeabi-monthlyGovernorsClubnewsletter anewway forustokeepyouinformed,engaged,andconnectedtoeverythinghappeningacrossyourClub.
Aswecontinuetoevolvethisplatform,Iwanttoemphasizethatit’smeanttobefluidandmember-focused Iftherearetopics you'dliketoseecovered,featuresyou’dfindhelpful,orwayswecanimprovethecontent,pleaseletusknow Yourfeedbackwill helpusshapethisintosomethingtrulyvaluableforthecommunity
Overthecourseofmyshorttimehere,it’sbeenatruepleasuregettingtoknowmanyofyou whetherwecrossedpathsonthe golfcourse,atthefirsttee,intherestaurant,bythecabana,orevenduringaspiritedgameofbocceball.ForthoseIhaven’tyethad thepleasureofmeeting,Ilookforwardtoconnectingsoon.
IalsowanttoextendmysincereappreciationforthewarmwelcomesandcountlessoffersofassistanceasmywifeandIcontinueto settleintothearea Yourkindnesshasmadethistransitionespeciallymeaningful,andit’sawonderfulreflectionofthespiritthat makesTheGovernorsClubsospecial
IremaingenuinelyexcitedtocontinuelearningmoreabouttheClub,itstraditions,andtheevolvingneedsofourmembers With thesupportofourpassionateanddedicatedteam,I’mcommittedtohelpingmakeyourexperienceheretheverybestitcanbe
Aswecontinuetoprovideawelcomingandenjoyableexperienceforallmembersandguests,hereareafewgentleremindersto keepinmind:
DiningReservations:Tohelpusdeliverthebestpossibleservice,wekindlyaskthatyoumakeareservationfordinnerservice, especiallyforpartiesof8ormore Youradvancenoticeallowsourteamtobetterprepareandensureaseamlessexperience
ScooterUseonProperty:Whilescootersunder50ccmaynotbeclassifiedasmotorizedunderTennesseelaw,weaskthatallriders followthestandardrulesoftheroadwhileonClubproperty Pleaseparkscootersindesignatedparkingareas notonsidewalks andrememberthatonlyvehiclescloselyresemblingourgolfcartfleetarepermittedonthecourse
SupervisionofChildren:WeloveseeingfamiliesenjoythepoolandCabana,butforsafetyreasons,wekindlyremindparentsand guardianstosupervisechildrenatalltimes.Additionally,childrenundertheageof16mustbeaccompaniedbyanadultwhileon thegolfcourseunlesstheyareactivelyplayingaround.
ThankyouforyourcontinuedsupportoftheClub it’sthatcommitmentthatfuelseverythingwedo Wehopeyou enjoythisfirsteditionandlookforwardtomanymoretocome
MARC GUISEPPI, PGA
General Manager
WelcometotheExclusive KemperCollection"Member fortheDay"Experience
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Experience the Difference
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Designed to make each visit extraordinary, this experience offers preferential access to the finest amenities and services
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Ready to unlock the full potential of your membership? Visit the link to discover the complete list of venues where the "Member for the Day" experience awaits and explore current exclusive promotions Visit our website to start planning your unforgettable moments at our KemperCollection facilities
Enjoy playing or visiting other participating private clubs at preferred rates
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Share the exclusivity of the KemperCollection with up to three guests per visit, elevating their experience alongside yours.
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Receive VIP access throughout our portfolio, accessing some of the most coveted destinations at special rates
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Visiting Members Enjoy: Cart Fee only and Guest Fee for up to 3 guests*
FOOD & BEVERAGE
EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES
FROM THE RECIPE BOX OF
Chef Lee GUACAMOLE
It’stheperfecttimetoembracebold,freshflavorswithout overcomplicatingthings.Oneofmygo-toseasonalstaplesisour house-madeguacamole creamy,vibrant,andjusttheright amountofkick.Whetheryou’reentertainingorsimplysnacking, it’sacrowd-pleaserthatalwaysdisappearsfast.
I’veincludedourfullrecipebelow,alongwithafunwaytoserve itfeaturinggouda,plantains,andtortillachipsforthatextraflair
Thisisbestenjoyedthedayit’smade ideallyoutdoors,shared withfriends,andpairedwithacolddrinkinhand.
Enjoy!
LEE SPENCER Executive Chef
INSTRUCTIONS
Ingredients
YIELDS 4 QUARTS
5lbsAvocados 6ozDicedRedOnions
4ozDicedJalapenos(seeded) 1ozKosherSalt 2ozMincedGarlic 4ozOilBlend 2tspTabascoSauce 4ozLimeJuice
2ozFreshChoppedCilantro(nostems) 2tspPrimeRibSeasoning ShreddedGoudaCheese ChiliPowder
1.Halveavocados,removepits,andscoopoutflesh.Diceinto½-inchpieces.
2.Addallotheringredientsandmixgently.
3.Refrigerateinaglassairtightcontainerwithalayerofplasticwrapdirectlyontopofthemixtopreventairfrom turningtheproductbrown.
READYTOSERVE?
GentlymixinafewouncesofGoudaCheeseandsprinklewithChiliPowder Servewithtortillachipsordried plantains
Pro-Tip:
Placingafewavocadopitsinthecontainercanalsohelpkeepitgreen. Neverstoreinmetalcontainers.
FOOD & BEVERAGE
EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES
6 REASONS TO HOST YOUR NEXT EVENT AT
ExclusiveMemberPerks
the Club
Membersenjoypreferredpricing,accesstopremiumdates,andtheabilitytobookotherwiserestrictedspaces. Hostingyoureventatyourhomeclubalsomeansaccesstopersonalizedservicesandfamiliarstaffwhoknowyour preferences.
ExpertEventPlanningSupport
Professionalon-siteeventcoordinatorsworkwithyoufromstarttofinish.Fromlayoutplanningtovendor coordinationandday-ofexecution,you’llhaveexperiencedguidancetoensureeverydetailishandledflawlessly.
Chef-CuratedCulinaryExperiences
Impressyourguestswithexceptionalfoodanddrink.Fromplateddinnerstococktailstationsandcustomdesserts, ourculinaryteamcancreateamemorablediningexperiencetailoredtoyourvision,dietaryneeds,andtheme.
Private&SecureSetting
Weprovideacontrolled,members-onlyenvironmentthatensuresprivacyandexclusivityforyourcelebration.You’ll enjoyattentiveservice,limitedoutsidetraffic,andasenseofcomfortandfamiliarity.
One-StopShopforEventEssentials
Forgetjugglingmultiplevendors.Weofferin-houseoptionsfortables,linens,glassware,décor,AVequipment,and staff,makingyourplanningprocessmoreefficientandbudget-friendly.
ExceptionalService&Reputation
Weareknownforhighstandardsinhospitalityandservice.Fromthefirstinquirytothelasttoast,you’llbe surroundedbyateamcommittedtomakingyoureventpolished,personalized,andunforgettable.
JAMIE WATFORD
Special Events Consultant
Let’s Start Planning!
ElevateyourfallfestivitiesatTheClub!Frombirthdaysandanniversariestocorporategatherings,holidayparties,and rehearsaldinners,ourvenueofferstheperfectsettingforeverycelebration Membersenjoyexclusiveperkswhenhosting privateeventsatTheGovernorsClub letushelpmakeyournextoccasionunforgettable
Formoreinformation,pleasecontactJamieWatford–SpecialEventsConsultant 615-776-4332 | fandbmanager@thegovernorsclub.net
I'mexcitedtointroduceournewProTipserieshereatTheGovernorsClub designedtohelpyouelevateyourgameoneswingatatime.We’rekickingthings offwithAssistantGolfProfessionalBenYehlesharingexpertadviceonProper PositioningattheSetup,afundamentalthatcanmakeallthedifferenceinyour consistencyandperformance.
As we head into one of the most spectacular times of year Fall golf at The Governors Club is unmatched with crisp air, vibrant colors, and pristine playingconditions
Asyoustartlookingahead,it’salsotheperfecttimetobeginplanningyour2026 golfouting.Whetheryou'reorganizingacorporateevent,charitytournament,or socialgroupouting,earlyplanningensuresaseamlessexperience.
Don’t forget we offer a full range of custom corporate merchandise from logoedappareltopremiumteamgifts.
SCOTT
ProTip Series Video Ben Yehle Asst. Golf Professional Proper Positioning at the
AUGUST & SEPTEMBER GOLF EVENTS
As we remain in the heart of summer, our team continues to focus on mowing, detail work, and maintaining peak playingconditionsforourupcomingClubChampionshipsandfallmemberevents.
Inadditiontosummermaintenance,we’vebegunimportantpre-emergentherbicideapplicationstocontrolweeds an essentialsteptoensureacleanandhealthycourseheadingintospring.ThesetreatmentsbeginasearlyasAugust.For those interested in learning more, we ’ ve included a helpful article from the USGA on controlling Poa annua, a commonandaggressiveturfgrassweed: �� StoppingtheRiseofPoaannua–USGA
We’vealsomadenotableprogressonwatermanagement Thespillwaydamsonholes#3and#5havebeenreinforced, resultinginimprovedwaterretentioninthepondon#3 Additionally,we’veclearedmuchoftheaquaticvegetation nearthegreen,andJonesFishhasbeencontractedtomanagealgaegrowth creatingacleaner,morevisuallyappealing environmentforplayers.
Asalways,weappreciateyoursupport.
Glen Murry, CGCS Golf Course Superintendent/Regional Agronomist
QUESTIONS?
ContactGlenMurryat
gmurry@thegovernorsclub.net
Helpuskeepthecourseintopshapebyfixingyourballmarksonthegreens.
Aproperlyrepairedballmarkhealsindays oneleftuntouchedcantakeweeksandimpacttheplayabilityforeveryone.
THEHEARTOFTHECLUB. The Team.
TeamAnniversaries
AUGUST
SenziVersch-Server | 10Years
MelissaWhitehair-Childcare | 9Years
A.J.Massar-CartSupervisor | 5Years
TrinityMcClearen-Server | 5Years
SophiaThompson-Host|3Years
OwenBlackCart-Staff | 2Years
JulianElliott-Server | 1Year
JosephGayed-CartStaff | 1Year
JonathanMayberry-AsstSuperintendent | 1Year
KarsynMurphy-BevCartStaff | 1Year
BrookePszotka-Server/Cabana | 1Year
BarronSims-ClubhouseManager | 1Year
JOSERODRIGUEZ
SEPTEMBER
JefferyMobley-Bartender/Server | 15Years
JaredThompson-Bartender/Server | 12Years
JessicaCothern-ExecutiveSousChef | 10years
RogerBishop-Accounting | 6years
BillLivingston-Ranger | 5Years
TrishaWalker-Server | 5years
AlejandraOsorio-Cook | 4years
AustenLivingston-Mechanic | 3Years
LucyNavarro-Cook | 3Years
KyleeNeumann-Runner | 2Years
KatelynStinson-DiningRoomManager | 2Years
ManuelGuevara-CartStaff | 1Year
BrytonHeringer-Server | 1Year
MicahRehbine-CartStaff | 1Year
JeffreyWeisel-Runner | 1Year
TeamMemberoftheMonth
MIGUELHERRERA
KitchenDepartment
Migueljoinedourteam4/1/25.HeworkstheGrillPosition inourKitchen.Miguelshowsgreatskillsinthekitchenand comesineverydaywithapositiveattitude.Healwaysgoes theextramile,iswillingtotakeonanyextrashifts,anddoes anamazingjobonthecarvingstation
MiguelisMarriedwith5Children--agesrangingfrom8to 18.HeisaChicagoBearsandGuadalajara(soccer)Fan. In hissparetime,youwillfindhimspendingtimewithhis familyorworkingoncars. Wearehonoredtohighlight MiguelasourSeptemberTeamMemberoftheMonth!
Course&GroundsDepartment
Josejoinedourteamin2022.Heisthefirsttoarriveeverysingle morningandlasttoleavefortheday. Inthe3yearshehasworkedhere, he’sbecomeproficientinoperatingallofourequipment. Healwayshas asmileonhisfaceandalwayslookingforwaystohelpandisknownfor hisunmatchedworkethic.
Joseismarriedwith4children(2boysand2girlsagesrangingfrom8to 17) HelovesRegionalMexicanMusic,WatchingDocumentaries, Football/Soccer(AthleticsofSanLuis),andFishing Wearehonoredto havehimonourteam
CongratulationstoTateKloeppel
We’reproudtosharethatAssistantGolfProfessionalTateKloeppelhasoffici advancedtoLevel2ofthePGAProfessionalGolfManagement(PGM)Progr Sincejoiningourteamlastyear,Tatehasbeenanincredibleassettoboththest andmembership.We’reexcitedtosupporthimashecontinueshisprofessiona developmentonthepathtowardearninghisClassAPGAMembership righ hereatTheGovernorsClub.
otefromAndrewJubyasHisInternshipConcludes yinternshipatTheGovernorsClubcomestoaclose,Iwanttoextendmy feltthanksforanincredibleexperience Fromtheverybeginning,Ifelttruly omedandsupportedbyeveryoneontheteam opportunityhasbeeninvaluable notonlyinhelpingmeunderstandthe workingsofapremiergolfoperation,butalsoinshowingmetheimportance laboration,professionalism,andattentiontodetail Eachdaybroughtnew engesandlearningexperiences,andIleavewithawealthofknowledgeand memoriesthatwillservemewellinmyfuturecareer
Thankyouallforyourencouragementandforcreatingsuchapositiveandinspiringenvironment.I’msincerelygrateful tohavespentmyinternshiphereatTheGovernorsClub.
Warmly,
Andrew
NEWTOOURFamily
TonyRodriguez,oneofourbestserverssince2022 welcomedanewbundleo
Cecilia
Born7/5/25 7lbs13oz 21incheslong
NubiaGiron,ahousekeeper-keepingusbeautifulsince 2011welcomedanewbundleofjoy.
Yasmin
Born5/4/25 6lbs 19incheslong
KID'S CORNER KID'SCORNER
Back to School Cupcakes! Back to School Cupcakes!
These fun and festive cupcakes are perfect for celebrating back-to-school season!
Made with vanilla cake mix and topped with a sugar wafer designed to look like a pencil, each cupcake features pink and white candy melts and a chocolate chip “pencil tip.”
Prep & Cook Time: 40 minutes total | Yields: 24 cupcakes
Key Ingredients:
Vanilla cake mix, eggs, oil, water
Sugar wafer cookies
Pink & white candy melts
Chocolate chips
White frosting
Steps:
1.Bake cupcakes using vanilla cake mix.
2.Shape sugar wafers into pencil tips.
3.Dip ends in pink and white candy melts to create erasers and tips.
4.Add halved chocolate chips for the pencil point.
5.Frost cupcakes and top with decorated wafer "pencils."
6.Perfect as snacks or party treats!
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