FORE!Word | November 2024

Holiday Edition

Holiday News PCC Golf Committee Chair Bart Bastian Greens Chair Andrew McCloskey J. Wood Platt Erik Strid Tournaments & Traditions Charles Haub Pace of Play & Outside Operations Billy Keane Senior Golf Alex Hill Junior Golf Susan Chang Tuesday Ladies Susan Deakins, Chair Thursday Ladies Erika Craparo, Chair Handicaps Enrique Hervada 2026 US Am Kim Gradisek

For Your Information & Convenience Receptionist (610) 525-6000 Auto Attendant (610) 525-7788 Press one of the following extensions: 1 - Dining Rooms 6 - Fitness Center (To-Go) 7 - Business Office 2 - Events Office 8 - General Manager 3 - Golf 9 - Club Information 4 - Tennis “0” - for Operator 5 - Squash Or, press the extension of the person with whom you wish to speak.

Fax (610) 527-2832 Website www.philadelphiacc.net Address 1601 Spring Mill Road Gladwyne, PA 19035

Scott Reilly, PGA Head Golf Professional

The holiday season is a wonderful time to reminisce about the golf year. Being able to pull the positives out a season is critical going into the off-season, to keep you excited about what can be enhanced in your game. Can you think back to your low round of the year? Or maybe a round that was going really well and then something happened to change your momentum? Knowing that you have the potential to shoot some of your best scores is encouraging. However, if the shoe is on the other foot and it feels like nothing went right all year, then I urge you to do the only sensible thing in that situation and buy a whole new set of clubs because clearly the current ones don’t work! All kidding aside, maybe it was one of your club’s fault that shifted the momentum in that round. No matter the case be sure to stop into the golf shop to do some holiday shopping.

Here are my Top 5 Gifts for Golfers: Wedges – If you are still playing the same 5 year old sand wedge and wondering why you cannot hold the green, throw it out and buy a new one.

Putter – Yes, putting is all about confidence. Having a new look and feel can make a huge difference.

Speed Sticks – Every golfer wants more distance or to maintain it- these are a no brainer.

Golf Bag – Having a new bag, with lots more pockets, can set the tone for the next season.

Golf Balls – Prov1 and Prov1x are the #1 stocking stuffer.

With the simulators available all winter, golfers can stay active, working on their swings. A lesson package with your favorite pro is a great gift to keep working on your goals in the winter.

Happy golfer = Happy life. Be sure to stop into the golf shop to get a gift certificate.

Many times the game of golf comes down to a bounce or a break that determines a score. Regardless of the score: Did you look good while you were out on the course? Was your new shirt tucked in? New hat bill forward? New shoes still clean? Looking good and playing well go hand-in-hand. So be sure to stock up on the latest apparel from major brands including Peter Millar, Polo, Holderness and Bourne, Straight Down and many more.

The golf shop staff can also assist with special orders and corporate gifts. The staff will work with you to provide samples and options. Please feel free to reach out at any time.

Thank you for a wonderful 2024 golf season. We hope to see you soon and look forward to an amazing 2025 Golf season and the reopening of the restored Spring Mill course.

Holiday Shopping

Megan Kwortnik Golf Shop Manager As the leaves continue to fall here at PCC, the golf pros & I are getting ready for the holiday season.

This edition of the Fore!Word is packed with brand microsites, new merchandise and lesson packages - sure to please everyone on your list this year.

Start your holiday shopping early, with help from the PCC Golf Staff!

Golf Shop Hours November & December:

Monday- CLOSED Tuesday – Sunday- 9:00am – 5:00pm Thanksgiving Day (11/28) – 9:00am – 3:00pm Christmas Eve (12/24) - 9:00am – 3:00pm Christmas Day (12/25) – CLOSED

Indoor Golf Simulators

Indoor Golf Simulator Details The Indoor area will open the first week of December & will be available from 8am – 6:30pm, Tuesday – Sunday. Mondays will be closed.

Reservations can be made either on the PCC website or by calling the golf shop. Members can book 8 days in advance & are limited to one reservation per day. Price per hour is $30; i.e. $30 for 4 members = $7.50 each.

Children under the age of 16 will need to be accompanied by an adult golf member.

Please finish 5 minutes early to clean your simulator, pack clubs & collect balls/ tees. Cleaning your simulator & finishing on time, allows the next member or lesson booking to begin on time.

Dress Code: Proper golf attire is required & should be in line with club guidelines. Soft spikes, sneakers & running shoes are permitted.

TICA Holiday Microsite

Click to Access Site

Does someone at home need to update their overnight bag? Or should start carrying their spikes in a shoe bag? Check out TICA Leather’s site above to browse their canvas and leather best sellers.

Personalization is available- choose the PCC logo and/or initials. All customization is hot stamped onto the leather, no embroidery.

The site is open now until December 1st to ensure orders arrive to PCC (or a provided drop ship address) by December 15th. All orders will be charged to your PCC member number provided.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Megan, mkwortnik@philadelphiacc.net.

Holderness & Bourne Holiday Microsite

Click to Access Site

We are delighted to partner with Holderness & Bourne to provide our members with a shopping experience to kick off the holiday season! Please browse their 2024 holiday assortment using the link above & use the code “PCC” to submit your order. All orders will be charged to your member account & will be 20% off retail price.

The site is open now until December 8th to ensure orders arrive to PCC (or a provided drop ship address) by December 25th.

If you have any questions, please reach out to Megan, mkwortnik@philadelphiacc.net.

New Pro Shop Merchandise

New Pro Shop Merchandise

New Pro Shop Merchandise

Lesson Packages

Michael Hamilton, PGA First Assistant Golf Professional

Lesson Packages

Sean Hogan, PGA Assistant Golf Professional

Lesson Packages

Brendan Mitchell, PGA Director of Player Development

Final Notes Holding onto tournament or event gift certificates? They may expire soon! Turn them in at the Golf Shop to add to your credit book- just in time for the holidays!

Demo clubs now available to purchase! Stop by the Golf Shop to buy a demo club, priced based on condition.

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