OCTOBER, 2026
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PORTERS NECK COUNTRY CLUB
PORTERS NECK A MCCONNELL GOLF PROPERTY
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CONTENTS 4 MEMBER PHOTOS & CLUB NEWS Photos from the Member - Guest, Kayaking Trip and Pink Ribbon. Latest in Club News! 10 Social Events Trivia Night, NFL Sundays, New Kayaking Excursion, Wine Tasting, Wine Dinner, Friday Night Music, Puppy Visits and More 15 Golf News Men’s & Women’s Championship Weekend, MGA Wednesdays, Ladies Invitational, One Day Member- Guest, Couples Golf and More 21 Court Sports Tennis Club Championship, Halloween Pickleball & Tennis Round Robin, Men’s Fast Paced Tennis Clinic and the Weekly Clinic Schedule 24 Wellness & Aquatics Bulletproof Your Shoulder for Racquet Sports, Dance Conditioning & Movement, Line Dancing Class, and the Group Exercise Schedule
Porters Neck Men’s Member - Guest Champion, Travis Braxton, is greeted with a kiss from his wife Laiken, shortly after making the winning putt.
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27 Junior News Fall Festival, Parent-Child Golf Tournament, Weekly Tennis Clinics, Lego Club, American Girl Club, Junior Golf School, and photos from Hocus Pocus and Lego Club.
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Club News
Adam Fisher Wins 2026 CPGA Championship Congratulations to Adam Fisher, the winner of 2026 Carolina’s PGA Professional, held at Porters Neck in September. Adam aced #11 in round 2, fired the low round of the week, and closed it out at 7-under to win it at Porters Neck. Fisher is one of 11 Section qualifiers for the PGA Professional Championship at Streamsong. According to the CPGA, ‘after finishing 40th there each of the last two years, Fisher says this trip, he’s playing for a top 20 or better’.
Porters Neck at NCRLA Chef Showdown What an incredible accomplishment for Porters Neck and McConnell Golf’s culinary team! We’re proud to celebrate James “JP” Patterson, Corporate Executive Chef for McConnell Golf and General Manager at Porters Neck Country Club and Becky Keil, Executive Pastry Chef at Porters Neck Country Club, for representing Wilmington and McConnell Golf at the NCRLA Chef Shodown Finale held in Durham, NC, in September. Advancing to the championship round and competing among some of North Carolina’s top culinary talent is an incredible achievement. We’re proud of JP and Becky and grateful for the passion, creativity and dedication they bring to McConnell Golf every day! Please join us in congratulating them on an outstanding job! The Porters Neck Culinary Team was lucky to have a few familiar faces from McConnell Golf to help them plate over 600 dishes! Group photo from left to right: Ethan Cohen (Sous Chef at TCC), Becky Keil (Pastry Chef at PNCC), James Patterson (Corporate Executive Chef at McConnell Golf/GM at PNCC), Ricky Martin (Executive Chef at PNCC), John Crawford (Executive Chef at RCC), Sean O’Neill (Executive Chef at TCC) and Chris Gregory (Sous Chef at RCC)
Congrats to our 2026 Men’s Member - Guest Champions, Travis Braxton & Kevin Newsome! POST | CLUB NEWS
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COOKIE OF THE MONTH Red Velvet Cookie
Thank you to Jahnae Roach, from Brook Valley Country Club, for sharing his recipe with us! This is what she had to say. “Jahnae Roach is going to school for art and business. She is a dishwasher, an at-home cook and baker, and also an artist (lyrically and visually). Red velvet is an amazing burst of flavor and full of color and not as appreciated as much as it should be.”
Recipe by Jahnae Roach Ingredients 1 ½ cups of all-purpose flour
½ cup of white sugar
1/3 cup of cocoa powder
1 large egg
1 teaspoon of baking soda
1 tablespoon of milk
½ teaspoon of baking powder
2 teaspoons of vanilla extract
½ teaspoon of salt
2 tablespoons of red food coloring
1 cup of butter (softened)
1 cup of white chocolate chips or as
¾ cup of brown sugar
needed
Directions 1. Whisk flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together in a bowl. 2. Beat butter with an electric mixer for about 2 minutes until fluffy; beat in brown and white sugar until smooth. Beat egg, milk, and vanilla extract into butter mixture; beat in food coloring until uniformly colored. 3. Gradually stir the flour mixture into the butter mixture with the electric mixer at low speed until completely combined; stir in 1 cup of white chocolate chips. Cover bowl with plastic wrap; place in the refrigerator for 1 hour or overnight. 4. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line the baking sheets with parchment paper. Roll the dough into 2 ½ -inch balls; place on prepared baking sheets and slightly flatten them. 5. Bake in the preheated oven for about 9-11 minutes until the edges are lightly browned. Sprinkle cookies with a few additional chocolate chips; allow them to cool completely. POST | CLUB NEWS
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NFL NACHO SUNDAYS! SUNDAYS | 12:00 - 7:00 PM | MEMBERS LOUNGE
No NFL Sunday on October 19, due to the Family Fall Festival
Football is back! Meet us in the Porters Neck Members Lounge for NFL football, food and drinks! We have the Direct TV NFL Package so that we can be sure to give you access to all of the games that you want to see! Registration is not necessary.
12:00 - 3:00 PM: Porters Menu Available 4:00 - 7:00 PM: Complimentary Nacho Bar! That includes Chili, Tortilla Chips, Cheeses and all the Toppings. (Self Service)
St. Lucia - Island Escape SANDALS REGENCY LA TOC - ST. LUCIA MAY 13 - 18, 2027 Join us for five nights of sunshine, golf, scuba diving, pickleball, relaxation, and plenty of unforgettable memories at the beautiful Sandals Regency La Toc in St. Lucia. Registration opens for all McConnell Golf Members on October 5th. Final payment due November 6th. Max 20 registrants (10 rooms) Contact Jen Hancock at Porters Neck Country Club with questions! 910686-8161 ext. 128 or via email at activities@portersneckcountryclub.com POST | SOCIAL
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Kayak & Explore Historic Moores Creek National Battlefield WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 14 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM Step back in time to the early morning of February 27, 1776, as we paddle through the historic Moore's Creek, where Loyalist forces charged across the partially dismantled bridge. Nearly 1,000 North Carolina Patriots, armed with cannons and muskets, awaited, marking a pivotal moment in the American Revolution. Following the paddle, indulge in the serene picnic area before a guided tour of the battlegrounds led by the park's knowledgeable staff. Join us at 9:00 am for this immersive experience. Essentials: Bring a sack lunch, plenty of water, hat, sunglasses, and comfortable walking shoes for the guided walking tour. The cost is $70 per person if renting a kayak or $60 per person if providing your own kayak. Register online or by calling Jen Hancock @ 910-686-8161 xt. 128.
TRIVIA NIGHT THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 12 6PM BUFFET DINNER | 7:00 PM TRIVIA Hosted by: Turner Seekford Teams & Prizes Teams of 10 people maximum Please sign your entire team up under 1-member name* 1st place $25 Per Player($250 Max for Team of Ten) 2nd place -Bottles of Wine 3rd place $15 Per Player($150 Max for Team of Ten) Cost & Registration $35 PP ++ Price Includes Dinner and Trivia (Can Not Be Separated) Reservations are required. 48 Hour Cancellation Policy Enforced.
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Wine Tasting OCTOBER 24 | NOVEMBER 14 | 5:00 - 7:00 PM Porters Neck Members are invited to join us in the ballroom for our monthly Wine Tasting! Selected wines will be available for wine-to-go purchases at discounted rates. Wine Tastings are Complimentary for PNCC Wine Club Members. The cost is $15 Per Person for Non-Wine Club Members. Registration is required and must be made online or by calling 686-8180. Cancellation is Required 72 hours prior this event. Thank you for your consideration in making this event a success.
Grape Expectations Wine Dinner
OCTOBER 15 | NOVEMBER 7 | 6:00 PM START Join Us To Sample Hand Selected Wines along with some Savory Bites Prepared by our Culinary Team. The cost is $65++ for Wine Club Members and $75++ for Non-Wine Club Members. The cost includes a bottle of wine to take home. Registration is required. There is a 72-hour cancellation policy on all Grape Expectations events. Reservations for Grape Expectations will open online 45 days prior to each event. You will be able to book your seats at your convenience once the booking window opens. Our team is unable to make reservations outside of the online booking window.
Friday Night Live Music FRIDAYS | 5:00 - 8:00 PM | MEMBERS LOUNGE
Join us every Friday for live music in the Members Lounge. Reservations are not required. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9, 5 - 8 PM in the Members Lounge FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16 Live Music is cancelled due to a private member event FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23 Randy McQuay Performing FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30 Robert Beauchene performing POST | SOCIAL
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Tail Wag Thursdays, Four-Legged Fridays THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Don’t miss our next visit frompaws4people! As s part of their training and socialization program, the service dogs in training visit Porters Neck once a month, on a Thursday or Friday — bringing a little extra joy (and a lot of wagging tails) along the way. Where will they go? Everywhere! Before they can become all star service companions, they need to get acclimated to different sounds and large groups of people. Can you pet them? Please do! They love it. UPCOMING VISITS Thursday, November 6 | 11:00 AM - 12:00PM Friday, December 4 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Pastabilities THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29 | 5:00 - 7:30 PM MENU Chef's Choice Salad Chicken Parmesan Pasta Station Seafood Fra Diavolo with Linguine Roasted Potatoes with Garlic and Herbs Charred Broccolini Becky's Sweet Treats Are You Celebrating A Birthday? Any member with an October birthday is able to enjoy Porters Pastabilities, as our guest! The complimentary dinner will only be awarded to the member who is celebrating his/her birthday, that particular month. The cost is $29.95++ Adults | $15.95++ Ages 13-18 | $9.95++ Children 12 & Under. Reservations are required and can be made online. A 72 Hour Cancellation Policy Strictly Enforced. Please note that this will be the only dining option that evening
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Ladies On the Loose THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22 | 11:30 AM Featuring Cori Nevruz Hidden Doors and Dark Secrets: Inside the Mind of a Thriller Writer. A island escape, a mansion of dreams, and a nightmare hiding within... Meet Cori Nevruz, a Wilmington-based suspense and thriller author known for her gripping narratives and psychological depth. Her debut thriller, The Unwelcome Guest, was inspired by her love of breathtaking vacation spots and mansions filled with hidden doors and dark secrets. Cori balances her writing career with family life alongside her husband and three sons, and is currently enrolled in an intensive screenwriting program exploring how to adapt her novels for TV and film. Her next book, Phantom Drop: A Supernatural Psychological Thriller, drops October 27, 2026. Come meet your new favorite local author! Please select one of the following plated options:
Home & Garden Club WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21 | BALLROOM 9:15 AM SOCIAL | 10:00 AM MEETING Beth Palamara, Member & Owner of The Collective Höm, is our speaker. Her topic will be "Protecting and Enhancing your Home's Value".
JOIN THE PORTERS NECK HOME & GARDEN CLUB!
Option 1: Grilled Salmon with Light Spinach Cream
The Porters Neck Home & Garden Club (PNH&GC)
Option 2: Dijon Herb Pork Chop
invites you to attend one of our meetings and
Both options served with Sweet Potato Mash and Sauteed
consider becoming a member! Annual dues are just
Swish Chard. Chef’s Choice Dessert. The cost for this event is $25 per person includes coffee, tea, tax & gratuity. Reservations are required and can be made online. All Cancellations MUST be made 48 hours before the luncheon. Ladies On the Loose is a social club that is open to all PNCC ladies. POST | SOCIAL
$30, and membership is a wonderful way to meet new friends, get involved in our community, and enjoy all that the club has to offer. Visit
our
website
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GOLF NEWS
Upcoming Events October 15: Ping Fitting Day, 12 - 4PM October 17 & 18: Junior Golf School October 24: 1 Day Member - Guest October 25: Couples Golf Oct. 31 & Nov. 1: PN Championship Weekend November 5: Ladies Invitational November 7 & 8: MGA 2 Man Dogfight Grip It & Sip It: Octber 8, 15, 29 Adult Golf Clinics: October 6,13, 20, 27 Bogey Girls 1: October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Bogey Girls 2: October 7, 14, 21, 28
Practice Area Hours Monday – Closed All Day Tuesday – Sunday: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Golf Shop Hours Tuesday - Sunday: 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM POST | GOLF NEWS
October
One Day Member - Guest SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24 | 9:30 AM SHOTGUN Come showcase your club and share the Porters Neck Experience! Format: 1 Best Net Ball of the 2. Men’s and Ladies Divisions. Members may bring more than one guest and will be partnered to create a two-player team. The cost is $130 Per Player All Inclusive (Golf, Lunch, Tee Gift & Awards – Shop Credit) $20 Cash Optional Skins. Register online or contact the Pro Shop at 686-1117
Adult Golf Clinics Tuesdays | 5:00 - 6:00 PM | For Men & Women October 13: Wedges October 20: Full Swing - Fairway Woods and Hybrids October 27: Greenside Bunkers Open to all adult golfers looking to improve their game and have more fun playing golf. $35 Per Person | Limited to 8 Golfers. Register online. PAGE 15
MGA TWO MAN DOG FIGHT SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7 & SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8 This is a pick your own partner event. If you do not have a partner, let the pro shop know and we will try to pair you up. Saturday, November 1 Tee Times beginning at 9:00 AM. Better Ball of Team using 85% of Handicaps. Sunday, November 2 9:00 AM Shotgun Modified Alternate Shot using 60% of the A Players Handicap plus 40% of the B Players Handicap Explanation of Modified Alternate Shot: Each partner plays from the teeing ground and each player plays his Partner’s tee shot for the second shot. Then the players select the ball they wish to score and play ball alternately into the hole Cost & Registration: The cost will be announced shortly. Please register online or in the Pro Shop.
Bogey Girls 1 & 2 The Bogey Girls is a playing lesson club for Full and Sports members at Porters Neck Country Club. Organized by Dana Kovich, this is the perfect introduction for ladies who are interested in learning how to play golf. There’s no pressure—just fun! Each week, the group will spend time on the driving range or golf course learning a new skill before heading to the golf course or short-game area to practice it. This is a progressive class, meaning participants will continue using previously learned skills as new ones are introduced. BOGEY GIRLS 1
Thursdays, 3:00 - 4:30 PM | Oct. 15, 22, & 29 | Nov. 12 & 19 This class is open to all beginner ladies who would like to learn to play. Ladies who have previously participated in Bogey Girls may continue with this group if they feel they need additional time to learn. BOGEY GIRLS 2
Wednesdays, 3:00 -4:30 PM | Oct. 14, 21, & 28 | Nov. 4, 11 & 18 This class is open to ladies who have participated in at least one season of Bogey Girls. The cost is $25 to join and $40 each time you play. Register Online. POST | GOLF NEWS
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McConnell Golf Scholar Program McConnell Golf (MCG) is dedicated to amateur and junior golf. To
Men & Ladies Club Championship Weekend
demonstrate this commitment, the company launched the MCG High
MOVED TO OCTOBER 31 - NOVEMBER 1
School Golf Scholarship Program in 2008. Many talented young golfers often have no quality courses or practice facilities that they can utilize. Membership to most private courses is out of reach for the parents of some of these very talented young golfers, leaving
MEN’S CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP 36 holes Individual Stroke Play All Play from Blue Tees
only crowded public courses and often-inadequate practice facilities.
MEN’S 36 HOLE NET CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP The driving force behind the McConnell Golf High School Golf Scholarship Program is to afford an opportunity to these high school golfers by allowing them to become members of a McConnell Golf property or club. With the ability to enjoy first-rate golf facilities, MCG hopes these high school golfers will have the ability to elevate their
3 Flights, White Tee, White Hybrid and Green Tee Flights. Players play from normal tees.10 of you last 20 scores must be from that tee. The 1 Low Net score from the 3 flights will be the 2025 Men’s Net Champion
game.Currently, McConnell Golf owns eighteen private, semi-private and public golf courses in the Carolinas, Tennessee and Virginia with each property having first class courses and practice facilities We have 3 MCG Scholars here at Porters Neck.If you see them practicing, please say hello. 1.Aiden McDonough – Wilmington Christion Academy 2.Elliot Walters – Hoggard High School 3.Allie Casey – Laney High School POST | GOLF NEWS
LADIES’ CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP 36 Holes Net and Gross winners in each flight
REGISTRATION Players may sign up online or with the Pro Shop. Men competing in Net Championship please notate which tee you are playing Deadline is – Wednesday October 7. PAGE 17
LADIES FIRST Grip It & Sip It OCTOBER 15 & 29 5:00 - 6:30 PM TAUGHT BY RYAN O’NEILL YOU ASKED and WE LISTENED! We have extended to 1 hour and 30 minute sessions. Join these fun and social golf clinics for beginner ladies. Learn to play golf in a relaxing pressure free environment. Bring a friend or get introduced to other women who may become your favorite golfing partners! We will set-up on the private teaching tee near the back of the driving range. This will let us provide judgement free zone to socialize and learn to golf in a fun way!
Porters Neck Ladies Invitational
Putts, Pearls, and Polka Dots THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5 | 9:30 AM SHOTGUN LUNCH & AWARDS TO FOLLOW
Cost for each session is $45 and includes one free drink and light snacks. Space is limited to 12 ladies. Please register on the website calendar. Questions? Call Ryan in the Golf Shop at 910-686-1177. POST | GOLF NEWS
This is an 18 hole, two-person team event. Members can invite up to 3 guests.
The cost for this event is $120 per person and includes breakfast, lunch, beverages and prizes.
Practice rounds will be available on the afternoon of November 4th. Please call the Pro Shop for assistance at 910-686-1177.
Please register online via the Porters Neck website calendar. The deadline to register is October 17. PAGE 18
MGA Wednesdays Porters Neck Men’s Golf Association Wednesday, October 7 3 MAN | 2 BEST NET This week’s game features a 3 Man/2 Best net format. This game is super competitive, and one where scores can swing wildly from hole to hole! Get signed up today in The Unknown Golf App. Select “3 Man/2Best Net for October 7th” and registerThe Pro-staff will pick the teams based on handicap. There will be an A, B, and C level person on each team.
Wednesday, October 14 MGA FALL STAG DAY | 4 MAN, 2 BEST NET This upcoming week’s game features a 4 Man/2 Best net format, with a nice lunch on MGA to follow! Stag Day is always a blast, it is super competitive, and one where scores can swing wildly from hole to hole! Get signed up today in The Unknown Golf App. The Pro-staff will pick the teams based on handicap. There will be an A, B, C and D level person on each team. POST | GOLF NEWS
Wednesday, October 21 NASSAU | 2 MAN, 1 BEST NET Our “Play All Day” event it features a 2-man 1 best net, Nassau format. As the description says, you can play anytime on Wednesday Oct. 21st, which makes it more convenient for all to play regardless of your schedule. The Pro-shop will have dedicated Tee times in the morning beginning at 8:30am for MGA participants, but don’t worry, if the morning doesn’t work, just book a tee time with your favorite partner and join the fun! You will receive an invitation from Unknown Golf, just click the link to participate, or call the pro-shop to set up you and your partners tee time.
Wednesday, October 28 3 MAN SHAMBLE MGA Day is a Crowd Favorite! The 3-Man Shamble is back by popular demand on Wednesday October 28th! This game is always super-fast and FUN. Every team member hits their drive, and all players get to start from the best drive of your threesome on every hole and then play your ball in from that point. Three-man teams will be selected with an A, B, and C player on each team and 1 best net score counts. This is a super fun format with a ton of great scores. Sign up on The Unknown Golf App or call the Pro-shop and get your spot now! PAGE 19
Men’s S.T.A.G. Night Steaks - Tees - Ale - Golf OCTOBER 22 | 3:00 PM | FOLLOWED BY DINNER Each month is a different format and different theme. Each event will include participation points and points for placing. Points will accumulate throughout the STAG Season and in the end we will award the season points leader with the S.T.A.G. Trophy. MARK YOUR CALENDAR! OCTOBER 22 | STAG NIGHT Cost: $60 per person - Includes 9 holes of golf, cart, prize money, dinner, and all you can drink (draft beer and house wine). Please register online!
Couples Golf
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25 | SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8 3PM SHOTGUN | 5PM HORS D’’OEUVRES 9 Holes | Four Person Scramble: Heavy Hors d'oeuvres in the Ballroom at 5PM. The cost is $80 per couple and includes cart, prizes and Hors d'oeuvres. We will pair couples together, no requests please. Sport- Golf Waiting members are invited to join us for this golf event. To sign up, please call the Pro Shop at 910686-1177. Golf members may register online.
Women’s Golf League Happy Hour THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22 | 4PM - 6PM | MEMBERS LOUNGE Join us in the Members Lounge for cocktails and comaraderie! Please register online. We can't wait to see you! POST | GOLF NEWS
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WeeklyTennisClinics
Men’s Fast Paced Tennis Clinic
All tennis clinics are $25 and registration is required. Register online via the club calendar or by calling 6868161. New to tennis? Join Rafa for an orientation! Contact the Tennis office at 686-8161.
want a workout while improving their game. Movement is
Ladies 3.0 - 3.5 Tennis Clinic: MONDAYS | 9:30 - 10:30 AM Cancellation policy: Must cancel 12 hours prior to the start of clinic. No shows will be charged.
WEDNESDAYS | 9:30 - 10:30 AM This high-energy men’s clinic is designed for players who a key component, so come ready to run! If you are limited with your movement, this clinic is NOT for you. Beginner Tennis Clinic | 2.5 - 3.0 THURSDAYS | 8:30 - 9:30 AM Open to players who want to improve technique, strokes, court positioning and their overall game. $25 per player | Register on Website Calendar
Beginner Tennis Clinic | 2.5 - 3.0 TUESDAYS | 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Tennis Shot of the Week Clinic, 3.0 & Up
NEW! Ready to take your game to the next level? This clinic
THURSDAYS | 10:00 - 11:00 AM
is designed specifically for 2.5 – 3.0 players who know the
Open to players who want to improve technique, strokes,
basics but want to become more confident, consistent, and
court positioning and their overall game.
comfortable on the court. Cardio Tennis Clinic WEDNESDAYS | 8:00 - 9:00 AM
Cardio Tennis Clinic FRIDAYS | 8:00 - 9:15 AM Open to all players! Same description as Wednesday’s
Open to all players! Burn some calories while you get plenty
clinic. Minimum 3 Players per clinic.
of reps! This clinic is intended to get you moving and hitting
Ladies Intermediate Tennis Clinic (3.0 / 3.5)
a ton of balls! Cardio Tennis is a great way to burn calories, improve your conditioning, and footwork around the tennis court. Enjoy high energy music while running games and drills to keep your heart rate up. Minimum 3 Players per clinic. 24 hour cancellation policy POST | COURT SPORTS
FRIDAYS | 9:30 - 10:30 AM This clinic will focus on technique and form while implementing doubles strategy and positioning. Must cancel 12 hours prior to start of the clinic or you will be charged. Fee: $25. No shows will be charged. PAGE 21
HALLOWEEN TENNIS & PICKLBALL ROUND ROBIN FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30 | 11AM - 12:30 PM
Grab your racquet or paddle and join us for a little Halloween fun on the courts! Come out and enjoy the beautiful fall weather with a fun and social Tennis & Pickleball Round Robin. Costumes encouraged — but definitely not required! Tennis or Pickleball Mimosas & spooky champagne cocktails Lots of Halloween fun! No tricks… just treats, tennis, pickleball & a little bubbly! The cost is $15 per person. Sign up and come play! When Registering please indicate TENNIS OR PICKLEBALL! (Cant do both)
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Tennis Club Championship NOVEMBER 20 & 21 | PORTERS NECK COUNTRY CLUB Two great events. One incredible tennis weekend. Join us Friday, November 20 & Saturday, November 21 for our PNCC Tennis Club Championship + Member-Guest Weekend! We’re bringing together two favorite tennis traditions for a fun-filled weekend of competition, music, food and friends. Save the date, grab your partner and enjoy a great weekend with our tennis community— we can’t wait to see you on the courts! (Minimum amount of teams required) The Weekend Includes:
Two days of tennis Club Championship competition Member-Guest fun Live music Saturday Lunch provided Saturday Cash bar Player gift for every participant Plenty of fun on and off the courts Divisions
2.5 & Below 3.0 & Below 3.5 & Below 4.0 & Below Open Division The cost is $150 per team
Men’s Fast Paced Tennis Clinic WEDNESDAYS | 9:30 - 10:30 AM | $25 PER PLAYER Ready to move, compete and take your game to the next level? This high-energy men’s clinic is designed for players who want a workout while improving their game. Movement is a key component, so come ready to run! If you are limited with your movement, this clinic is NOT for you. Each week we’ll focus on: Doubles strategy & point play Court positioning Shot selection & technique Fast-paced drills and competitive play Expect plenty of movement, plenty of balls and plenty of competition! Come ready to work hard, move fast and have fun on the court! POST | COURT SPORTS
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WELLNESS NEWS
Band Together OCTOBER 21 | 5:30 PM TAUGHT BY STEFFI
Bulletproof Your Shoulders Racquet Sports & Life
for
MONDAY, OCTOBER 26 | 5:00 PM | HEALTHY HAPPY HOUR Presented by Chris Andreas, PT, DPT of Nomad Performance PT
Your shoulders do a lot more than just hit a tennis ball or pickleball— they help you reach, lift, carry, push, pull, and stay active in everyday life. Join Nomad Performance PT for an interactive, hands-on workshop designed to help you build stronger, more resilient shoulders for racquet sports and beyond. We’ll break down the key components of shoulder strength, mobility, stability, and control, then put them into practice with simple exercises and movement techniques you can use right away. You’ll learn how to:
Improve shoulder mobility and movement quality Build strength and stability to better handle the demands of racquet sports Identify common movement limitations that may contribute to shoulder discomfort Practice exercises designed to support healthy, resilient shoulders Apply these strategies to everyday activities like reaching, lifting, carrying, and getting dressed No prior fitness or physical therapy experience is required. Come ready to move, learn, and leave with practical strategies you can incorporate into your routine. Wear comfortable activewear attire. Please register for this complimentary event on the Porters Neck club calendar for this complimentary event. POST | WELLNESS
Full - Body Band Strength: All you need is a band. We'll move through standing strength flows that work your legs, glutes, back, arms, and core — no floor work, no heavy weights, just smart resistance that challenges your muscles from every angle. Expect squats and lunges paired with rows, presses, and curls, plus balance and core work to tie it all together. Register on the PN Club Calendar. All fitness levels are welcome, and options are provided throughout. Come see what a piece of rubber can do.
Gym Hours Staff is available at the front desk from 7:30- 1:30 Monday – Saturday and from 8:00- 12:00 on Sundays. MONDAY - FRIDAY REGULAR HOURS 7 AM - 5 PM APP ACCESS HOURS 4AM- 7AM | 5PM - 12AM
SATURDAY & SUNDAY REGULAR HOURS 7AM - 1:30 PM APP ACCESS HOURS 4AM - 7AM | 1:30 PM - 12AM
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Dance Conditioning Movement
&
OCTOBER 14 & NOVEMBER 11 | 6:00 - 6:50 PM 50 Minutes | Beginner Friendly | No Dance Experience Required
A thoughtfully designed, low-impact conditioning class inspired by professional dance training. This full-body class combines controlled movement with functional strength, core conditioning, balance, mobility, and flexibility exercises. Participants will work to improve posture, stability, coordination, range of motion, and overall body awareness while building strength through purposeful, easy-to-follow movement. The class is welcoming to a variety of fitness levels, and exercises can be modified to meet individual needs and abilities. No previous dance experience is necessary. Perfect for members looking for a unique approach to fitness that develops strength, mobility, balance, flexibility, and graceful movement in a supportive environment. Individual Class Fee: $24 or $20 if you have a group exercise package. Registration is required on the club calendar Must get a minimum of 6 participants, space is limited to 12 participants. Cancellations must be made by Sunday, Oct 12. After that date, you will be responsible for the full fee.
Line Dancing Classes WEDNESDAY,OCTOBER 28 | 5:30 PM PN Group Exercise Studio | Instructor: Anne Keeble Join us for a fun evening of music, movement, and new steps!
You
will
learn
classic
country
line
dance,
contemporary routines and salsas with a Latin twist. Come for great cardio that doesn’t feel like exercise, just a happy beat. Challenge your memory, coordination, and balance. No partner or experience needed, all levels welcome, just show up ready to have fun. Registration is required on the PN Club calendar. Group Exercise class fees apply. Individual class $5.00 or included in monthly or 6 month packages. POST | WELLNESS
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Kicks & Giggles Soccer Skills, Storytime & Playtime Ages 2.5* – 5 Years FRIDAYS | 9:15 - 10:45 AM | OCTOBER 16 - NOVEMBER 6 FOUR WEEK SESSION | JUNIOR ACTIVITY ROOM Get ready for a Friday morning full of kicks, stories, giggles, and fun! Kicks & Giggles is a four-week program designed especially for our youngest members, combining the developmental benefits of soccer with the imagination and joy of storytime. Each 90-minute session begins with Soccer Shots, where little ones will learn age-appropriate soccer skills while building coordination, confidence, listening skills, and character—all through fun, positive, and engaging activities designed for young children.
Then, the Porters Neck Activities team takes over with a lively combination of storytime and playtime. Children will enjoy an engaging, age-appropriate story followed by opportunities to explore, play, move, and socialize with their friends. This program is about much more than soccer. It’s an opportunity for little ones to learn, move, imagine, make friends, and have FUN! Come ready to kick, play, listen, laugh, and make some memories! COST: $100 each child | If you register for the full 4 week program OR $30 per session | If you can’t commit to all 4 weeks. Min 4 children Max 10 children | 72 hr. cancellation policy *Parents must stay on site **Children must be bathroom independent
Lego Club
American Girl Club
OCTOBER 20 | NOVEMBER 3 & 24 | 4:00 - 5:30 PM JUNIORS ACTIVITY ROOM | AGES: 4+
OCTOBER 13 & 27 | NOVEMBER 17 | 4:00 - 5:30 PM JUNIORS ACTIVITY ROOM | AGES: 4+
Lego club is an opportunity to get creative and free build anything you choose with Lego or build one of our Lego kits. Register online or by calling Jen Hancock @ 686-8161 ext. 128. Deadline to register is 4 PM the day prior. Max – 12 participants & Min – 3 participants. Cost $15 per child. No-shows will be charged.
Join us as we craft accessories for our dolls and hang out with friends. Dolls are not required, we have plenty to share. Register online or by calling Jen Hancock @ 6868161 ext. 128. Deadline to register is 4 PM the day prior. Max – 12 participants & Min – 3 participants. Cost $15 per child. No-shows will be charged.
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FALL
FESTIVAL SUNDAY, OCOTBER 18TH | 3:00 - 6:30 PM Schedule of Events
3:00 - 5:00 PM | ENTERTAINMENT Rides and Games on the back lawn of the clubhouse. 5:30- 6:30 PM | MAGIC SHOW Magic Show with No Sleeves Magic!
Cost & Registration
Activities Include
Pirate’s Revenge (Ride) Rock Climbing Wall Scarecrow Maze Scarecrow Kidzone Inflatable Bouncers Family Hayrides Magic Show! Menu
Mini Mac Bites
$25++ Per Person | Ages 3 & under are
Slider Burgers
complimentary. Register online.
Grilled Bratwurst
There is a strict limit of 4 guests per family. Deadline to cancel or register is 72 hours prior to event. No shows will be charged. POST | JUNIOR NEWS
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Parent - Child Golf Tournament SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 22 | 2PM SHOTGUN START The parent-child tournament is open for any Porters Neck parent or grandparent who is either a full golf member or wait list member. You may sign up with one or two juniors ages 7-16. We will have different tee boxes set up for different ages and parents/grandparents will play their own tee box. Afterwards everyone is invited for some food and awards.
FORMAT 9 hole scramble, with one caveat; teams have the ability to strategize 3 holes, child will tee off, must use that tee shot 3 holes, parent will tee off, must use that tee shot 3 holes, both parent and child will tee off, then scramble from there There will be different tee boxes for different ages. Parents and/or grandparents will plat their regular tee boxes.
COST & REGISTRATION The cost to participate is $45 per team. The cost includes cart, food, and prizes. Please register online or in the Pro Shop.
Junior Golf School OCTOBER 17 & 18 | 9AM - 12PM | AGES: 6 - 13 This golf school will be open to the junior golfer that’s looking to learn more golf skills while still having fun. Instruction will include full swing, short game and putting techniques. We will also do extensive work on the golf course with course management, etiquette, sportsmanship, and proper course maintenance. We will have multiple competitions and games to test these skills each day. This smaller teacher to student ratio will give all participants an increased personal experience each weekend. The Golf School is limited to 4 juniors. Ages 6-13. Please register online or via the McConnell Golf app. The cost is $175 per junior and includes a snack each day. Questions? Please call Coach Ryan in the Golf Shop, at 910-686-1177, for more information. POST | JUNIOR NEWS
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Weekly Junior Tennis Clinics Academy Tennis
Mondays & Wednesdays | 5:00 - 7:00 PM The Junior Tennis Academy is designed for competitive tennis players. The program focuses on developing players to maximize their potential. It is a high intensity training regiment aimed to improve the player's fitness, technique, point play, mental strategy and overall game. Rate: $30 per player. Registration is not required but you can register in advance by emailing Rafa.
Beginner - Intermediate
Tiny Tots
Tuesdays | 4:30 - 6:00 PM | Ages 7+: The clinics highlight
Wednesdays | 4:00 - 4:45 PM | Ages: 4 - 8:
stroke/technique development, repetitive stroke production while improving rallying skills in preparation for USTA, league and school matches. $25 per player. Look for the fall schedule to be announced soon!
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introduces children to tennis. We focus on developing hand-eye coordination, agility, balance and proper tennis technique in a fun and positive environment. $15 per player.
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Administrative Office Tuesday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
CLUB PROFESSIONALS James 'JP' Patterson | General Manager jpatterson@mcconnellgolf.com 686-8180 Mandy Shuffler | Membership, Marketing & Communications membership@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8180 ext. 102
Porters Dining Hours Tuesday: 11 AM - 3 PM Wednesday - Saturday: 11 AM – 8 PM Sunday: 11 AM - 3 PM
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Terrie McElwain | Assistant Controller arap@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8180 ext. 103 Lynne Mitchell | Executive Assistant admin@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8180 PAGE 30
Richard Martin | Executive Chef chef@portersneckcountryclub.com
Tuesday: 11 AM – 3 PM Wednesday – Saturday: 11 AM – 7:30 PM Sunday: 11 AM - 3 PM Call 910.686.8145 to place your order.
Justine Serrano | Food & Beverage Director restaurantmanager@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8180 Robert Loper | PGA Head Golf Professional headpro@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-1177
Gym Hours Monday - Friday
Saturday & Sunday
Regular Hours
Regular Hours
7:00 AM- 5:00 PM App Access Hours
7:00 Am - 1:30 PM
Chris Parham | Golf Course Superintendent superintendent@portersneckcountryclub.com Dana Kovich | Assistant Golf Professional danakovich@gmail.com
App Access Hours
4:00 AM- 7:00 AM
4:00 AM- 7:00 AM
5:00 PM- 12:00 AM
1:30 PM - 12:00 AM
Golf Pro Shop Tuesday - Sunday: 7:30AM – 6:00PM
Ryan O’’ Neill | Assistant Golf Professional assistgolfpro@portersneckcountryclub.com Derek Firment | Assistant Golf Professional assistgolfpro@portersneckcountryclub.com Jennifer Hancock | Social & Activities Director activities@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8161
Golf Practice Facilities Monday – Closed Tuesday – Sunday: 7:30AM - 6:00PM
Rafael Toro | Tennis & Pickleball Director tennisdirector@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8161
Club Phone Numbers
Allison Evans | Wellness Director fitness@portersneckcountryclub.com 686-8161
Clubhouse: 686-8180 Porters: 686-8145 Golf Pro Shop: 686-1177
Sport Center Phone Numbers Sports Center: 686-8161 Tennis Court Condition Line: 686-8163
Porters Neck Country Club