Holston Hills Country Club Newsletter

MARCH AND APRIL 2020

The TEE OFF HOLSTON HILLS country club

YOUR CLUB

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MARCH & APRIL HOURS OF OPERATION: DINING SERVICES Monday I Closed Tuesday I 11:00am-6:00pm Wednesday I 11:00am-7:00pm Thursday I 11:00am-8:00pm Friday I 11:00am-8:00pm Saturday I 11:00am-7:00pm Sunday I 11:00am-7:00pm

TURN SHACK Monday I Closed Tuesday-Friday I 8:30am-5:00pm Saturday I 8:30am-5:00pm Sunday I 8:30am-5:00pm

FITNESS CENTER Monday I 5:00am-11:00pm (Key Fob only) Tuesday-Sunday I 6:30am-5:00pm KEY FOB HOURS Monday-Sunday I 5:00am-11:00pm

GOLF SHOP, GOLF COURSE & PRACTICE FACILITY Tuesday-Sunday I Closed Monday Golf Shop I 8:30am-5:00pm Golf Course I 9:00am-5:00pm Driving Range I 9:00am-5:00pm Practice Facilities I 9:00am-5:00pm

POOL AND SNACK BAR HOURS Closed for the season

IN THIS ISSUE The Tee Off………………………………………………………………..….... 1 Your Club …………….………......…………………………………………….. 2 Membership.…………………………………………………………………... 3 HHCC Buzz……….....…………………………………….…………...………. 4 From The Kitchen...………………………………………….……….….…. 5 Monthly Events.….……………………………………..……….………..... 6-7 Kids Club………………………………………………………………………….. 8 Tee It Up..………………..…….……………………………..………….….…. 9 Fitness.....……………………….……………………………..………….…….. 10 Turf Talk...…………………………………………………………………....... 11 McConnell Golf…...……………………………………………………..…… 12 Cookies of the Month……………………………………………………... 13 Photo Gallery……………………………………………………………….….. 14 March & April Calendar…..…………….………………………...…..…. 15 *****************************************************

COVER PICTURE:

Anna Long, Limited Golf Member since 2011 With daughters, Campbell & McClaine At the Holston Hills Country Club Polar Plunge

HHCC STAFF CLUB STAFF CONTACTS Chris Dibble I General Manager / Director of Golf cdibble@holstonhills.com I x1223 Jim Disney I Clubhouse Manager jimdisney@holstonhills.com I x1231 Dara Jenkins I Membership Director djenkins@holstonhills.com I x1211 Ryan Blair I Certified Golf Course Superintendent rblair@holstonhills.com I x1260 Patrick Budniewski I Executive Chef pbudniewski@holstonhills.com I x1237 Stefanie Arrington I Activities & Wellness Coordinator Sarrington@holstonhills.com I x1251

Tom Seymour I Golf Shop Manager tseymour@holstonhills.com Tyler Bailey I Assistant Golf Professional Tbailey@holstonhills.com Joey Batuello I Assistant Golf Professional jbatuello@holstonhills.com ***********************************************************

HHCC CONTACT PHONE NUMBERS

Clubhouse I 865.523.4119 Membership I 865.523.4119 x 1211 Golf Shop I 865.525.0626 Donald Ross Dining Room I 865.523.4119 x 1234 Course Maintenance I 865.523.7804

MEMBERSHIP

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A MESSAGE FROM MEMBERSHIP Happy almost Spring! It has definitely been a wet February. We are looking forward to warmer (and drier) weather in March and April. The Holston Hills teams has been hard at work planning some fun activities and events. From Beat the PROS to a Family Kickball Match to Spring Pickleball Clinics to our first annual Mom Prom to Couples Golf with a theme to our famous Easter Day Brunch, the upcoming months are packed with excitement. Make sure you are checking the HHCC Weekly Happenings that goes out each Tuesday afternoon for additional information about those events and much more.

We will also be hosting our quarterly New Member Meet & Mingle on Tuesday, March 24th from 5:30-7:00pm. Please stop by for a drink or two, sample some of Chef Patrick’s new menu samplers and meet other new members as well as some of our seasoned (social butterflies, so to speak) members. It’s a great way to start getting connected to the Holston Hills family.

As always, if there is anything that we can do to make your stay here at Holston Hills Country Club more enjoyable, please don’t hesitate to contact us via phone or email. ~ Dara Jenkins, Membership Director

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS: Please join us in welcoming the following new members into the club:

DR. GENTRY MCCREARY & JORDAN TAYLOR RESIDENT GOLF

CHRIS HUTSON & KELSEY HAUN YOUNG EXECUTIVE I

NICO & BRITTANY SCHULZ SOCIAL MEMBERS

NEW MEMBER MEET & MINGLE Tuesday, March 24 I 5:30-7:00pm

JACKSON HUGHEY JUNIOR GOLF

BRIAN TRAEGER NATIONAL GOLF

Calling all new members, stop by for a drink or two, sample some of Chef Patrick’s new menu samplers and meet other new members as well as some of HHCC seasoned members. It’s a great way to start getting connected to the Holston Hills family. * Childcare will be provided.

RSVP to Dara Jenkins by Friday, March 20th, 865.523.4119 x1211.

HHCC BUZZ

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Look who’s talking about Holston Hills! Please enjoy a few of our favorite social media mentions below – and keep sharing your experiences by tagging us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram for a chance to be featured in the next newsletter.

FACEBOOK: Hobson Black TWITTER: @TENNPGA

Winter...at Holston Hills Country Club

The Tennessee PGA is excited to announce the 2019 Golf Professional of the Year is @HolstonHillsCC PGA Professional Chris Dibble. Congratulations!

INSTAGRAM: CMMOXLEY Fantastic Sriracha shrimp at Holston Hills Country Club last night

FACEBOOK: Kim Morton Sears Date night kinda

Facebook.com/holstonhills/

Instagram.com/holstonhills/

Twitter.com/HolstonHillsCC

FROM THE KITCHEN

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A LETTER FROM CHEF PATRICK I do not know about everyone else but I am ready for Spring. I cannot wait for dryer warmer weather. We have the return of the Thursday’s Dog Fights in March, NCAA March Madness, The Masters and Easter. We will also change to our Spring Summer hours on March 10th which means an expanded Wednesday and Friday evening.

Pasta Night in March will be Thursday the 12th and in April it will be on Thursday the 9th. Always our members favorites! Birthday Night for March will be Friday the 13th and in April will be on Friday the 24th. Please make reservations online, through the McConnell Golf App or by call Jim Disney, as these evenings fill up fast and we cannot guarantee a seat if you walk in.

On April 3rd, we kick off our first Couples golf of the year. We are excited about the redesigned of this event, with the first one being a Masters theme. You definitely don’t want to miss it, sign up early!

This Newsletters recipe come from one of our new menu items. It is our new Garlic and Herb Aioli. It combines the sweetness of Roasted Garlic with the fresh floral notes of Parsley. ENJOY! ~Patrick Budniewski, Executive Chef

GARLIC & HERB AIOLI INGREDIENTS 2 Cups Mayo 1 TBSP Roasted Garlic Puree 1 TBSP Chopped Parsley 1/2 TBSP Dried Chives ROASTED GARLIC 15 Garlic Cloves 1 Cup Canola Oil (use an oil with a high smoke point, not extra virgin) DIRECTIONS: Heat oven to 350 degrees. In a small oven safe container place the garlic and oil, the oil should cover the garlic. Cover the container with aluminum foil or a lid and roast for 30-45b minutes until the garlic is soft and tender but not burned. Cool the garlic and oil, drain off oil and save for cooking if desired. Smash garlic into a paste and store in refrigerator in covered container.

In a medium sized mixing bowl add all ingredients and stir together. Taste and add salt and pepper if desired. Spread on bread for a sandwich, or use a dip for anything from fries, vegetables and even chicken or steak.

Yields 2 Cups.

MONTHLY EVENTS

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FAMILY KICKBALL TOURNAMENT Saturday, March 7 I 11:00am Cost: $10 per person (lunch from the grill is included) Join us for a day filled with family FUN! Teams of 8-10 players, half of each team must be ages 10 & under. We will have corn hole, connect four, and other activities available during down time! Each member of the winning team will get a ribbon and their team name on a plague.

Get your team together and come ready for a lot of FUN!! Any questions, call Stefanie Arrington 865.523.4119 x1251.

PASTABILITIES Thursday, March 12 I 5:00pm Start Thursday, April 9 I 5:00pm Start Life is too short to not have pasta, pasta, and more pasta! Mark your calendars now for PASTABILITIES Night, it will definitely become one of your families FAVORITES! Pick from a variety of pasta noodles along with assorted proteins, vegetable, and sauces to customize your own dish.

Reservations are encouraged. Call Jim Disney 865.523.4119 x1231.

BIRTHDAY NIGHTS

HHCC MOM PROM

Friday, March 13 I 5:00pm Start Friday, April 24 I 5:00pm Start

Sunday, March 29 I 5:00-7:00pm Cost: Moms $19.95++ I Sons 12 & under $12.95++

Does your birthday fall in the month of March or April? If so, your meal is on the house when at least one other person purchases a meal at your table. Come celebrate with us! Reservations are encouraged, this night SELLS OUT!

Join us for our first HHCC Mom Prom. Moms get yourselves all dress up and grab your little spies for a 007 spy themed date night with your sons. This fun evening will include a live DJ, dancing, dinner, photo booth and so many memories.

BURGER & TRIVIA NIGHT

Reservations are required, call Jim Disney 865.523.4119 x1231.

Wednesday, March 25 I 6:00-8:00pm

HHCC MASTERS THEMED FRIDAY

During regular Wednesday Burger Night Dinner service we will have Trivia going on. Come out with your teams of 4 and be ready to have a good time with friends! There will be prizes for the winning team!

Friday, April 3 I 5:00pm Cost: $20

Reservations are required, call Jim Disney 865.523.4119 x1231.

ADULT NIGHT: MARCH MADNESS Saturday, March 28 I 6:00-9:00pm Cost: $12++ per person (Buffet Dinner) Adults it is time for some basketball FUN! Come watch a game or two with us while you have a good time with your friends. Childcare will be provided.

Reservations are encouraged, call Jim Disney 865.523.4119 x1231.

Join us for a Masters Themed Friday night buffet. The Golf Ops team will be doing their first Couples Golf of the season. However if golf isn’t your thing, then at least join us for dinner.

Menu includes: Garden Salad Bar with McConnell House Vinaigrette Pimento Cheeseburger Sliders BBQ Pork Sandwiches with assorted BBQ sauces House Fried Chips Southern Style Cole Slaw Hot Pimento Cheese Dip with Tortilla Chips Assorted Cookie Platter Reservations are encouraged, call Jim Disney 865.523.4119 x1231

MONTHLY EVENTS HHCC EASTER EGG HUNT

ADULT NIGHT: MINUTE TO WIN IT

Saturday, April 11 I 10:00am Meet at the Tennis Courts

Saturday, April 18 I 6:00-9:00pm Cost: $5 per adult to cover the supplies & prizes

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This is a FUN family event. Come out and enjoy some coffee and Join us for loads of laughter while we play awesome minute to win it danishes while the kids hunt for eggs, play games and have loads of fun style games. The kitchen will be open for orders and childcare will be with Easter Bunny! Please bring your own basket. available for $8 to cover their dinner Reservations are required, so we have enough eggs for everyone. Call Stefanie Arrington 865.523.4119 x1251.

Reservations are encouraged, call Jim Disney 865.523.4119 x1231.

SPRING PAINT & SIP Thursday, April 23 I 6:00-9:00pm Cost: TBA Rusty Cottage DIY Studio will be with us again to lead us in creating some fun artwork! The cost will include your choice of artwork, one glass of house wine, and light appetizers.

HHCC EASTER DAY BRUNCH Sunday, April 12 I 11:30am-1:30pm Cost: Adult $25.95++ I Children 12 & under $12.95++

Dinner service is available to order. Childcare is also available. Save-the -date...keep an eye on the HHCC Weekly Happenings for pricing and available artwork choices.

All questions, call Stefanie Arrington 865.523.4119 x1251.

Join us for our annual HHCC Easter Day Brunch. You’re invited to dine with us and let us do all the cooking. We will be featuring a Breakfast display, Honey Glazed Ham, your favorite sides and the Holston Hills Famous Dessert table.

Reservations are required, call Jim Disney 865.523.4119 x1231, to reserve your spot today.

VISITKNOXVILLE OPEN VISITKNOXVILLE OPEN May 11 - 17, 2020 I Holston Hills Country Club Member Discount

PRO-AM TEAM I MONDAY OR WEDNESDAY Play your home course with a Korn Ferry Tour Professional. Each team includes Four (4) amateurs, a shopping experience, invitations to the Pairing Party, as well as additional weekly tournament tickets.

Investment: $7,000 (regular price $7,750)

HOSPITALITY OPTIONS: • Centriworks Club (includes Donald Ross Room, Balcony, and Terrace) - Enjoy watching golf and socializing in the clubhouse with all-inclusive food, beer and wine.

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Copper Cellar 19th Hole - A vibrant, shared hospitality tent overlooking the 18th Green with all-inclusive food and beverage

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11/17 hole Hospitality - Cheer on the Korn Ferry Tour players on the Par 3 11th Hole as they go for birdies, and maybe even a hole-in-one.

This open-air, shared hospitality venue features all inclusive food, beer and wine, and food from Big Kahuna Wings.

For discounted corporate ticket packages, contact Amy Goodrich at 865.385.1067 or email: amygoodrich@pgatourhq.com.

Individual, daily hospitality tickets will be available at a discount for members online in March at www.visitknoxopen.com

KIDS CLUB HHCC ACTIVITIES & WELLNESS DIRECTOR I am very excited to move past winter and see what spring in Knoxville has to offer! We are gearing up for a busy season here at HHCC, we have lots planned for you and your children. I have been so happy to see kids coming to our Tuesday and Thursday OPEN PLAY time! We are glad that it is being used.

Looking ahead, we have an amazing Spring Break Camp planned and some FUN Friday KNO’s, make sure to reserve your child’s spot soon.

We are also having our first Family Kickball Tournament, which you won’t want to miss! It will be a FUN day for the whole family.

The Easter bunny has already reserved his spot at the our Easter Egg Hunt, on Saturday, April 11th.

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HHCC SPRING BREAK CAMP March 16 –20 | 9:00am-3:30pm Ages: 3-12 (bathroom independent) For our 5-day Spring Break camp this year we want to offer a variety of activities for the kids. This AWESOME camp will include games, crafts, activities and sports that will keep the kids engaged and active all week long. Tennis and Golf Camp are ages 5-12 only.

Campers not participating in Tennis or Golf will have other activities during that time. Extended care available from 3:30-5:00pm for $10 a day.

Monday - Pickleball Tuesday & Wednesday - Tennis Camp (1-3pm) Thursday & Friday - Golf Camp (1-3pm) Pricing Guide

Including Golf & Tennis

Excluding Golf & Tennis

Tennis or Golf Only

We are also exited to keep bringing fun events for our adults, too! Be on the look out for Trivia Night during the week, Minute to Win It night, and much more. Please feel free to give any feedback and suggestions. We love to hear new ideas!

Two Day

$155-1 sport

$80

$100

Three Day

$195-1 sport

$120

N/A

$140

$200

~Stefanie Arrington, Activities & Wellness Director

Five Day

$150

N/A

Four Day

$215- 1 sport $290- 2 sports $225-1 sport $300-2 sports

KNO: MULAN Friday, March 27 | 6:00-9:00pm Ages: 3-12 (bathroom independent | Cost: TBA (includes dinner & snack)

HHCC KIDS CLUB - NO SCHOOL PARTY Tuesday, March 3 | 9:00am-3:00pm Ages: 3-12 (bathroom independent) | Cost: $45 per day (includes lunch & snack) It’s a NO SCHOOL day for most of our kiddos, let us take care of them for you. Reservations are required due to supplies needed for the event. Call Stefanie Arrington at 865.523.4119 x1251.

KNO: MARCH MADNESS Friday, March 13 | 6:00-9:00pm Ages: 3-12 (bathroom independent) | Cost: $15 (includes dinner) Bring the kids out for a night of kid style MARCH MADNESS! Basketball to making a FUN tailgate snack to watching a movie. The kids won’t want to miss out on this FUN night!

Questions, call Stefanie Arrington at 865.523.4119 x1251.

With the remake of Mulan coming out in March we wanted to have some martial arts FUN with the kids. Premier Martial Arts will be here to teach the kids some martial arts.

We will end the night watching the original Mulan!

Reservations are required for this event, call Stefanie Arrington at 865.523.4119 x1251.

HHCC KIDS CLUB - NO SCHOOL PARTY Friday, April 10 | 9:00am-3:00pm Ages: 3-12 (bathroom independent) | Cost: $45 per day (includes lunch & snack) It’s a NO SCHOOL day for most of our kiddos, let us take care of them for you. Reservations are required due to supplies needed for the event. Call Stefanie Arrington at 865.523.4119 x1251.

KNO: TROLL PARTY Friday, April 26 | 6:00-9:00pm Ages: 3-12 (bathroom independent) | Cost: $15 (includes dinner & snack) Come join us for a fun night of glitter, rainbows, and SMILE. Reservations are required due to supplies needed for the event. Call Stefanie Arrington at 865.523.4119 x1251.

TEE IT UP

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HHCC BEAT THE PRO

MASTER’S PAR 3

Sunday, March 1 I Cost: $40 per team

Wednesday, April 8 I 5:00pm (start) Cost: $30 (includes food after golf)

Here’s your chance to “Beat the Pro’s” on Sunday, March 1st. Pick your own partner and play against Chris and Tyler single low ball net. Play in your regular game and turn your scorecard in when you finish. Chris and Tyler will also play that day.

All teams that beat the Pro’s score will split the pot in Golf Shop merchandise based on the rank score.

Come play on our Cross-Country Par 3 Course designed by the HHCC golf professionals in this two man team, best ball. Followed by the Masters themed snacks in the Donald Ross Dining room. Each team will be in both the gross and net divisions.

Sign up in the golf shop.

MEMBER-MEMBER-MEMBER

ENTRIES OPEN

Saturday, April 25 I Cost: $40

Tuesday, March 17 I 9:00am

Sign-up in the golf shop today or call 865.525.0626, to reserve a spot.

Donald Ross Invitational Member-Guest I June 11 - 13 Cost: $625 per team

Pair up with 2 of your friends and play a fun 6-6-6 format where holes 1-6 are single net low ball, 7-12 are double net low ball, and 13-18 holes you have to count all three net balls.

Holston Hills Invitational I July 25 - 26 I Cost: $200

Sign-up in the golf shop starting March 1st or call 865.525.0626.

Please note that there will not be any regular flights this year. Only Championship, Senior and Super Senior. Questions, please call the golf shop 865.525.0626.

LADIES FUN-DAMENTALS OF GOLF CLINIC

HHCC LADIES APRIL FOOLS OUTING

Good for beginners and those who need to brush up on their game for the 2020 season. It will be a FUN and relaxed environment, with no pressure. Drinks are included.

Wednesday, April 1 I 10:00am Cost: $20 Format: Team Scrabble With April Fools Day falling on a Wednesday this year, we thought it would be a FUN idea to embrace the day with a round of golf filled with lots of laughter, some birdies and maybe an eagle or two. From some golf pranks to a marshmallow drop, it will be a great day!

Signup in the golf shop or call 865.525.0626.

April 21, 22 & 23 I 5:00-6:00pm Cost: $110

Please contact Tyler Bailey at 865.525.0626 or email Tbailey@holstonhills.com with any questions you may have and/or to sign-up.

PGA JR. LEAGUE AT HHCC HHCC COUPLES GOLF - Masters Theme Friday, April 3 I 5:30pm Cost: $20 per couple (includes prizes & 1 drink ticket per person) Format: Par 3 contest This year the Golf Ops, Membership, Activities & Wellness and Food & Beverage teams have joined together to create a FUN themed couples golf event each month, starting in April with the Masters theme (featuring a special Caddy).

Plus enjoy the Masters Themed buffet following golf.

Our Couples Golf is perfect for a FUN Friday night Date night! All levels are welcome. Sign-up by calling the golf shop 865.525.0626 or swing by.

We’re excited to offer the PGA Jr. League again at HHCC this season!

You can sign now through May 1, 2020 for the PGA Jr. League at Holston Hills Country Club here: https://www.pgajrleague.com Our unique Access Code is: Holston hills. The access code must be used by members only.

Holston Hills PGA Jr. League is open to boys and girls ages 7 to 13, of all skill levels - no golf experience required. The season will start with practices in mid-May and 1 or 2 matches will be held each week in the month of June.

Our physical schedule will be available once our matches have been finalized, we are hoping to get that out to you by early-May. If you have any questions, please contact Tyler Bailey, PGA, at 865.525.0626. You can also visit PGAJrLeague.com and follow @pgajrleague on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram to learn more.

FITNESS & WELLNESS

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GROUP FITNESS CLASSES MONDAY Interval Training 6:15-7:15pm

TUESDAY Cardio Blast 6:30am-7:00am Body Sculpt 7:00am-7:30am Yoga 5:30pm-6:15m

THURSDAY

SATURDAY

Total Body Blast 6:30am-7:30am Interval Training 5:30pm-6:15pm

Bootcamp 8:00am-9:00am

COST FOR GROUP FITNESS CLASSES 5 classes: $70 I 10 classes: $120 *Valid for 60 days and can be shared member of the immediate family if desired.

UNLIMITED classes for $100 monthly!

NOTE: Call to start a group of your own at times that best suit your schedule.

Contact Kris for more information at HHCC@performancetraining.com

FAMILIES IN MOTION Thursdays (in April) I 5:30-6:15pm Cost: $15 per session (pre-pay for the month) I $25 drop-in rate Families in Motion is a fun, boot camp-style group exercise class ideal for the whole family and of all types and abilities - at the same time! It emphasizes that exercise should be play and play can be exercise. Participants are moving constantly from one activity to the next, going through a cycle of healthy warm-ups, cardio, strength and flexibility activities.

For more information or to register please call Kris Beck at 865.247.5441 or email: hhcc@performancetraininginc.com.

PERSONAL TRAINING WITH PTI

PICKLEBALL CLINICS Saturday, March 28 & Sunday, April 5 I 2:00-3:00pm Pickleball is coming to Holston Hills. Connie DeNicola a Level 1 Certifies Pickleball Instructor with the IPTPA will be with us to help us kick -off Pickleball here at the club.

She will go over basics and be there to guide us as we play. Paddles and balls will do supplied. Come ready to learn and have FUN! See you on the hard courts.

Questions, call Stefanie Arrington 865.523.4119 x1251.

BIGGEST LOSER CHALLENGE Join Performance Training Inc and Holston Hills Country Club in a weight loss challenge.

The Biggest Loser Challenge is a 6-week weight loss program where HHCC Members are competing against their peers to lose the most weight. During the 6 weeks PTI provides weekly weigh in’s for tracking progress, a reserved class time for participants to help teach exercise for weight loss, and a special Lunch & Learn sessions with PTI’s nutrition coach for guidance on diet. The winner is determined by who loses the most body weight in comparison to where they started.

Sign up by March 16th at HHCC@performancetraininginc.com.

Tired of not seeing the results that you want in the gym? Perhaps yoru lifting program has become stale or you are just struggling with finding what works. Our certified personal trainers can help you reach the next level of your fitness journey with top notch training, up to date and relevant training techniques and programming, and catered routines that will meet your goals. Email us today to get started at HHCC@performacnetraininginc.com.

PERSONAL TRAINING PRICING: Fitness Assessment & Consultation: FREE 1 person I 60 minutes = $50 1 person I 45 minutes = $37.50 1 person I 30 minutes = $30

COMING SOON - HAPPY HEALTHY HOUR Spend an hour with a Fitness, Wellness or Health professional where you can learn important information about your health and wellness. Attend a lecture and be able to ask questions about topics ranging from nutrition to how to slow the aging process.

SUBSCRIBE PTI offers multiple ways to stay connected and motived throughout your Fitness journey. Email: kburdor@performancetraininginc.com to subscribe any of the following: ⦁ Balance Newsletter, Weekly Motivations, Newest Fitness Research & Fresh Nutrition Ideas

TURF TALK

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KORN FERRY TOUR COURSE UPDATE - VISIT KNOXVILLE OPEN This May, Professional golf returns to Holston Hills Country Club as we host the VisitKnoxville Open. Planning for a tournament of this size is a big undertaking and we are doing our absolute best to balance Member play with Tournament Preparations. With the Tournament being in early May we are very weather dependent when it comes to the turf and the quality we can provide. Due to this we are going to be doing all we can to promote growth in the fairways, tees, and rough leading into the event. Below are the key dates for the VisitKnoxville Open Tournament preparations and we really look forward to seeing you at the Tournament. ·

April 20th - Carts need to remain on paths only. Over the three-week period prior to tournament we are going to keep carts strictly on the paths only. Our main goal is to promote the rough to grow out of dormancy along with the fairways. Giving the turf three weeks to heal from cart traffic is a big help when it comes to growth potential.

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April 27th - Build out to start for Hospitality areas. Construction of Hospitality areas will be going on during Member play, but is really just limited to a couple holes. Large tents will be erected behind The 18th green area, to the behind of the 17th green, right of the 11th green, and in the large grass area by our current cart staging area. There will also be trucks unloading materials in the parking lot starting this week for the build out.

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May 4th- Advance week, the course will be open like normal, just very busy week on course. This is our last week to do any final prep the Tour may require, plus busy week putting out hole signage, tee signs, etc.

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May 9th (Saturday) – The course will be open a half day on Saturday. We will have a shotgun start that morning to get as many Members out on the course as possible. The Course will then close in the afternoon to allow the staff to work on course prep and to give the putting surfaces a rest from traffic leading into the Tournament. That afternoon the rope crew will also be here to starting roping off all the fairways. All of the holes will have the entire fairways roped.

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May 10th (Sunday) – The Course will remain closed all day Sunday prior to Tournament. This is the last day to prepare course for the week. Rope crew will still be here working, all Tour trucks arrive this day, parking lot fencing to install at main parking lot. Lot going on this day.

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May 11th -17th Course Closed for Tournament Week.

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May 18th (Monday) – Members Tournament day. On Monday after tournament we will prepare the course like we have been doing for the Tour event so Members can play the course as it was set up for the final round.

~ Ryan Blair, Golf Course Superintendent

MCCONNELL GOLF

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MCCONNELL GOLF, THE MAGAZINE

HOLSTON HILLS COUNTRY CLUB SELECTED AS FUTURE HOST OF KORN FERRY TOUR’S VISIT KNOXVILLE OPEN SAVE-THE-DATE: May 11-17. 2020 The Korn Ferry Tour’s newly named Visit Knoxville Open will move to historic Holston Hills Country Club this May. Formerly the Web.com Tour, the organization has signed a five-year agreement with McConnell Golf.

The Visit Knoxville Open is one of four original tournaments from the Tour’s inaugural 1990 season. With 50 available PGA TOUR cards, the Korn Ferry Tour is the path to the Pros. Over the last 30 years, the event has produced a number of noteworthy champions, including future PGA TOUR winners Jeff Maggert (1990), J.J. Henry (2000), Vaughn Taylor (2003), Chez Reavie (2007), Chris Kirk (2010) and Patton Kizzire (2015), who used his victory to garner Player of the Year honors that season. Other notables to compete include two-time Masters champion Bubba Watson, 13-time PGA TOUR winner David Toms, U.S. Open champion Lucas Glover and PGA Championship winner Jimmy Walker.

For more information please visit https://visitknoxopen.com/.

With March comes spring and a fresh issue of McConnell Golf, The Magazine. We hope you enjoy catching up with your sister properties and perhaps gain some inspiration for the upcoming season on the course, on the courts and at the pool. Next up, the Wyndham Championship edition will publish in July ahead of the tournament and carry us through the remainder of the year. Within, we’ll take a look back at JT Poston’s 2019 win and go behind the scenes with the Agronomy team. To join this upcoming publication, advertisers are invited to take part for a little as $150! For the best ad placement options and business directory listings, we encourage you to contact Lauren Thedieck this month at lthedieck@mcconnellgolf.com. Thank you to all of our member advertisers for your support and for trusting us in your marketing efforts and promotion of your companies!

2020 REX HOSPITAL OPEN SAVE-THE-DATE: May 28-31, 2020 REX Hospital Open will take place at The Country Club at Wakefield Plantation. In 2019, Sebastian Cappelen took home the REX Open trophy, shooting a course record 21-under par to win by three shots!

Last year’s tournament hosted more than 156 professional golfers from around the world and helped raise money for the new UNC REX Cancer Center.

Have you ever wanted to take part in a professional golf tournament?

Well, now’s your chance! The REX Hospital Open is seeking volunteers to assist in executing the area’s premier professional charity golf tournament, part of the Web.com Tour. If you would like more information on volunteering for the REX Hospital Open, contact Michael Thomas at mthomas@ccwakefieldplantation.com

MCCONNELL GOLF COMPANY MEETING Sedgefield Country Club hosted yet another successful annual meeting for McConnell Golf! “Building Clubs of the Future” requires constant innovation and development. Every day there is an opportunity to make a difference and we’re excited about what 2020 has to offer!

“I slept and dreamt that life was joy. I awoke and saw that life was service. I acted and behold, service was joy.” - Rabindranath Tagore

COOKIES OF THE MONTH

MARCH COOKIE OF THE MONTH: HEATH BAR COOKIE

APRIL COOKIE OF THE MONTH

By: Ron Gordils, Executive Chef at Old North State Club

By: The Easter Bunny

Growing up my great grandmother would always hand out Heath Bars for the holidays. That and a five dollar bill for every birthday, Christmas and even Easter card she would hand out. She has been gone for a few years now, but anytime I have a Heath Bar I think of her. This cookie is a delicious balance of cookie dough and crunch. ENJOY!

INGREDIENTS 2 1/2 Cups All-purpose Flour 1 teaspoon Salt 1 teaspoon Baking Soda 1 Cup (2 sticks) Unsalted Butter 3/4 Cup Brown Sugar 2 Eggs 3/4 Cup Granulated Sugar I teaspoon Vanilla 1 1/2 Cups Chopped Heath Bar (about 8, 1.4 ounce bars) 1/2 Cup Chopped Walnuts DIRECTIONS: Whisk dry ingredients: In a medium bowl, vigorously whisk together the flour, salt, and baking soda. Set aside. In a separate bowl, combine Heath Bar pieces and chopped walnuts. Set aside.

Whisk butter, sugars, vanilla, then add eggs: In a large bowl, beat together the butter, brown and white sugars, and vanilla. Beat in the eggs one at a time.

Make and chill dough: Add the flour mixture a third at a time, beating after each addition. Beat in the Heath bar walnut mixture. Chill cookie dough for at least 30 minutes - better an hour or longer.

Spoon out dough balls onto a cookie sheet: Preheat oven to 350°F. On cookie sheets lined with parchment paper or Silpat, spoon out the cookie dough in small 1-inch diameter balls (size of a large marble).

Leave ample space because they do spread.

BAKE: Bake at 350°F for 10-12 minutes, until the edges are just starting to brown. Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes.

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INGREDIENTS 3/4 Cup Butter, softened 1 Cup Packed Brown Sugar 1/2 Cup Granulated Sugar 2 Large Eggs 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract 1½ Cups All-purpose Flour 1 teaspoon Baking Soda 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon 1/4 teaspoon Kosher Salt 1 Cup Packed Shredded Carrots 3/4 Cup Unsweetened Shredded Coconut 1/2 Cup Raisins 2 Cups Old-Fashioned Oats Cream Cheese Glaze: 1 Cup Powdered Sugar 4 teaspoon Milk

1oz Cream Cheese (room temp) 1/4 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract

DIRECTIONS: Preheat oven to 350º and line a baking sheet with parchment. In a bowl of an electric mixer, beat butter and sugars until light and fluffy. Add eggs, one at a time, until incorporated, then add vanilla.

In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Add dry ingredients to butter mixture until well-combined. Stir in carrots, coconut, raisins, and oats and mix until just combined.

Scoop 1” rounds of dough onto baking sheet. Bake until golden, 15 to 18 minutes.

Let cool.

Make glaze: Beat together cream cheese, powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until combined.

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MARCH SUNDAY 1 HHCC Beat the PRO

MONDAY

TUESDAY

2 Knoxville PGA Pro-Am Event

3 HHCC Kids Club - No School Camp 9:00-3:00p

WEDNESDAY 4

5 HHCC Dogfight Begins

HHCC Burger Night 5:00p

HHCC Kids Club - Open Play 5:30-8:00p 8

9 Aerification - course closed

10 Aerification - course closed

16 HHCC Kids Club - Spring Break Camp 9:00-3:30p

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FRIDAY

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7 Golf Saturday Crossover start HHCC Family Kickball Game 14

HHCC Kids Club - Open Play 5:30-8:00p

11 Aerification - course closed HHCC Ladies Opening Social HHCC Burger Night 5:00p

12 Pastabilities Night 5:00p HHCC Kids Club - Open Play 5:30-8:00p

13 HHCC March Birthday Night 5:00p HHCC Kids Club - KNO 6:00-9:00p

17 HHCC Kids Club - Spring Break Camp 9:00-3:30p

18 HHCC Kids Club - Spring Break Camp 9:00-3:30p

19 HHCC Kids Club - Spring Break Camp 9:00-3:30p

20 HHCC Kids Club - Spring Break Camp 9:00-3:30p

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HHCC Kids Club - Open Play 5:30-8:00p

HHCC Burger Night 5:00p

HHCC Kids Club - Open Play 5:30-8:00p

24 HHCC New Member Meet & Mingle 6:00p HHCC Kids Club - Open Play 5:30-8:00p

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HHCC Kids Club - Open Play 5:30-8:00p

HHCC Kids Club - KNO 6:00-9:00p

28 HHCC Pickleball Clinic 2:00p HHCC Adult Night March Madness 6:00p HHCC Kids Club Open Play

HHCC Kids Club - Open Play 5:30-8:00p 15

THURSDAY

HHCC Burger & Trivia Night 6:00p

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HHCC Mom PROM 5:007:00p

HHCC Kids Club - Open Play 5:30-8:00p

APRIL SUNDAY

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MONDAY

TUESDAY

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HHCC Pickleball Clinic 2:00p 12 HHCC Easter Day Brunch 11:30-1:30p

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WEDNESDAY 2

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HHCC Ladies Golf April Fools Event HHCC Burger Night 5:00p

HHCC Kids Club - Open Play 5:30-8:00p

HHCC Couple Golf Master’s Theme

10 HHCC Kids Club - No School Camp 9:00-3:00p

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9 Pastabilities Night 5:00p

HHCC Kids Club - Open Play 5:30-8:00p

HHCC Master’s Night

HHCC Kids Club - Open Play 5:30-8:00p

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27 KFT Build out begins

GOLF EVENTS

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HHCC Ladies Golf Clinic 5:00p HHCC Kids Club - Open Play 5:30-8:00p

HHCC Ladies Golf Clinic 5:00p HHCC Burger Night 5:00p

23 HHCC Ladies Golf Clinic 5:00p HHCC Kids Club - Open Play 5:30-8:00p Spring Paint & Sip 6:00p

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HHCC Kids Club - Open Play 5:30-8:00p

HHCC Burger Night 5:00p

HHCC Kids Club - Open Play 5:30-8:00p

SOCIAL & DINING EVENTS

FITNESS & TENNIS

4 Golf 8:30am crossover PING & Titleist Demo Day 12:00-4:00p

11 HHCC Master’s Blind Draw Event

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18 Callaway Demo Day 12:00-4:00p HHCC Adult Night Minute to Win it! 6:00p HHCC Kids Club Open Play

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25 HHCC Member, Member, Member Tournament

HHCC Kids Club - Open Play 5:30-8:00p

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SATURDAY

HHCC Easter Egg Hunt 10:00a

HHCC Burger Night 5:00p

20 Starting Paths only

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FRIDAY

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HHCC Kids Club - Open Play 5:30-8:00p 19

THURSDAY

HHCC April Birthday Night 5:00p HHCC Kids Club - KNO 6:00-9:00p

KIDS CLUB

FAMILY EVENTS

Holston Hills Country Club 5200 Holston Hills Rd. Knoxville, TN 37914

JUNE 1-5 I WET ‘N’ WILD CAMP + GOLF CAMP JUNE 15-19 I CRAFTY KIDS CAMP + TENNIS CAMP JULY 6-10 I OLYMPICS CAMP + GOLF CAMP JULY 20-24 I CAMP INVENTION 2020 HHCC KIDS CLUB SUMMER CAMPS We are excited to offer some great five-day camps this years for our HHCC KIDS! We want to offer you the opportunity to keep your kids active and engaged by signing them up for these amazing camps.

Lunch and snack are included with the price of each.

Registration forms are available at the club or through our website.

These forms must be completed and turned in prior to the start of the camp. Non-member guests can attend with a member, for an additional $5 a day, plus the cost of camp.

Camps are available for children ages 3-12 as long as there are independent bathroom users. GOLF and TENNIS camps are for ages 5-12 unless preapproval is given.

Extended Care Camp hours, will be offered from 3:30-5:00pm after each of the camps. This will be an additional $10 a day.

LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE! Reserve your spot today! Pricing options are available for single day camps. Call Stefanie Arrington at 865.523.4119 x1251 for more information.