We have exciting updates and improvements happening around the club that I’d like to share.
The Board vetted some 6 golf course architects with visits to the club, interviews, and reference checks. As of last month, we have engaged a golf course architect firm, Golf Links. Their owner, Jerry Lemons, has been in the business of golf course design for over 30 years with countless projects behind him. We were very impressed with him and his work. Part of his job will be to solicit bids from competent contractors who will submit bids for the work to be done. Once completed, we will move forward
Also, as part of the process, members of the Golf and Greens Committee visited both Palmilla GC in Port Aransas and Corpus Christi Country Club to research the process they underwent to remodel their golf course several years ago. The group even played a round of golf, noting their grasses, bunkers, and irrigation upgrades
I should have some solid information to share once preliminary work is done. I will keep everyone posted.
Also worth mentioning are the kitchen remodels which are part of the capital project. We’ve also had architects provide us with renderings for a new, efficient, modern, and updated layout. I’ve heard rumors that the kitchens have been removed from the capital projects; that is absolutely false
Lastly, as I mentioned last month, the brand-new website is on its way. We’ve submitted all the requested information, along with formatting and design. We’ve responded to the first draft, and stay tuned for the official launch – we can’t wait to share it with you.
With that, I look forward to seeing you around your club,
Jeff
jeff@mcallencountryclub.com
Welcome New Members
Eduardo Castano & Marlene Montiel
Frank & Lisa Franz
Anna Salkinder-Gonzalez & Ricardo Gonzalez
Dining Dining
Dear MCC Members,
Thank you to everyone who joined us in April for our Bunny Brunch, Easter celebrations, Spanish Wine Tasting and Tapas,
Administrative Assistants Day, and The Member-Guest Golf Tournament
If you haven’t checked out our weekday lunch buffets on Wednesdays and Fridays, please plan on joining us to experience new items and fresh concepts to the buffet.
With all the wind and rain this spring, our usual mulberry harvest must wait until next year. On a brighter note, the basil, mint, and Cuban oregano in our herb garden are thriving.
In May, we look forward to Mother’s Day, Graduations, Pool and RAC Cafe opening weekends, and the Memorial Day Pool Party. For all the latest updates, check your Clubster app, flyers, and this newsletter.
Chef Temoshi
temoshi@mcallencountryclub.com
We continue to monitor the pricing and availability of eggs and poultry Over the past couple of months, our egg prices have tripled, and poultry supply has been inconsistent To ensure the best quality for our members we are sourcing eggs locally from a family farm whenever possible We appreciate your understanding and will keep adapting as needed to maintain MCC standards
MayLunchBuffet
Wednesdays - Mexican Buffet
Friday, 5/2 – Crepes & Tapas
Friday, 5/9 – Italian Buffet
Friday, 5/16 – BBQ Buffet
Friday, 5/23 – Asian Buffet
Friday, 5/30 – French Bistro
ClassicSuppersPotRoast
Celebrate Día de las Madres Early Friday, May 9th 11 - 2pm
If you haven’t heard, the 2025 Club Championship was thrilling full of twists and turns reminiscent of the Masters.
In the Women’s Flight, Marianne Seal is BACK, returning to the winner’s circle after holding off a hard charge from Dr. Fredricka Borland and Paik-Hee Nam, who successfully defended her Net Championship. In the Super Senior Flight, LD Clopton dominated early, going two under par at one point and he defended his title.
John Beaman took second place low gross, while Dr. JJ Saenz came out of retirement to shoot net rounds of 70 and 71, winning the Super Senior Net Championship Raymond Jenkins followed with two solid rounds to finish second in low net.
In Flight One, Miguel Del Angel Jr. held off a strong start by McLean Beckwith. Despite Rene Lopez posting an impressive 67 in the final round, Miggie’s clutch 69 secured a three-shot victory
Flight Two saw Roland Gonzalez continue his steady play, carding back-to-back 76s to win comfortably. Tony Trad Jr. claimed second with a final-round 76. In Flight Three, Foued Abboud improved his score by four strokes on day two to take the win Dr. Ross Chapel and John Kittleman tied for second Flight Four was taken by Armando Araujo, who improved his day-one score to win the gross division. Armando Adame was second in low gross, while Mark Ramirez won the Net Division with a net 69. Michael Gonzalez finished second in net
Congratulations to Captains Jesus Vargas and Manuel Gomez on the PGA Tour victory over LIV Golf's Captains Luis Alcocer and Eduardo Diaz. It was a hard fought match on a beautiful day at McAllen Country Club.
Men’s Sundowner was off to a slow start The format has changed to a Two-Player Florida Scramble:
Team handicap will be based on the following formula : 35%
+15% middle hcp Play will be in foursomes (two teams per hole) There will be an optional Monster Skins game
Couples Series – Event Two
Date: Thursday, May 15th
The PGA Championship – Wear your PGA blues.
Format of Play – Couples Low Ball – 9 holes (each player will receive 85% of their handicap)
Shotgun Start – 5:30pm with awards and light dinner following completion of play
Cost: $60 per couple
Family Fun Day
Sunday, May 18th
5:30pm shotgun start
Teams can be comprised of any combination of family
Format - Three-person team scramble
Tee-box will be based off age of player
$20 per team
No mulligans s
Sunday
Monday
Krista’s Corner
Memorial Day Sale
Saturday – Staff’s Favorites
– Bag Blowout
– Red, White, & Blue
Racquets
Dear MCC Members,
Happy May! Hope everyone is doing well.
The first Tuesday night Men’s League is almost done. We had 16 gentlemen sign up for the first league.
If you are interested in signing up for our next Tuesday night Men’s league, please call the Racquet Center to reserve your spot.
Also, if you didn’t make it out to our Sets and Sangria Mixer last month, don’t worry, Margarita May Day is Friday, May 2nd. We will be having a Tennis or Pickleball Social/Mixer the First Friday of every Month!
The conversion of court seven to four dedicated and permanent pickleball courts is complete We are working on putting together a pickleball mixer for Friday, June 6th and a tournament very soon Come out, play, and enjoy the new courts.
On another note, summer is around the corner, and we are taking applications for our summer camp program To sign up or receive more information about summer camp or any of these events, clinics, and lessons, please give us a call at the Racquet Center or come on by!
Thank you, and I look forward to seeing you on the courts!
For
MCC Men’s Monday Night Weekly Pickleball League
Every Monday Night for 8 Weeks Round Robin Format
Warmup at 6:30pm & 7:00pm Start
$40++ for Members
Maximum of 16 players
Start Date to be announced soon For questions or to sign up, please call the Racquet Center (956)682-3459
$5 for every entry will be allocated to “Racquet Center Fund” for future club events and awards.
MAY POOL & RAC CAFE
POOL & RAC CAFE
OPENING WEEKENDS
IN MAY
DRESS CODE
SERVERS & LIFEGUARDS ON DUTY
FRIDAYS: 3 - 7PM
SATURDAYS: 10 - 7PM
SUNDAYS: 10 - 7PM
LIMITED MENU IN RAC CAFE
OFFICIALLY OPENING ON MEMORIAL DAY
*ALL TIMES NOT NOTED, SWIM AT YOUR OWN RISK*
REMINDER THAT APPROPRIATE SWIMMING ATTIRE IS REQUIRED AT MCC’S FAMILY-ORIENTED POOL.
NOT PERMITTED:
-COTTON CLOTHING AND BLACK SHIRTS
-SPORTS BRAS
-BRAZILIAN/G-STRING SWIMSUITS THANK YOU!
MEMORIAL DAY POOL PARTY
Mother’sDay Mother’sDay Brunch Brunch
Sunday, May 11, 2025
Seating times: 11am, 11:30am, 1pm & 1:30pm
Adults $48++ (12 years & Over)
Children 3 - 11 years old $22++
Children 2 years & under eat free 23061
Country Club Attire - Collared Shirt is required. No Shorts, Flip Flops or Caps. No ripped or torn jeans. Jeans are not permitted in the Mesquite. Please remind your guests to dress appropriately.
RSVP by Thursday, May 1st (956)631-1103
72-Hour Cancellation Policy in Effect
Menu
Roast Spring Herb Leg of Lamb
Carved Roast Prime Rib
Carved Glazed Ham
Sushi Station
Chilled Shrimp and Oysters on the Half Caprese Crepes
