“A stone church spire by the green offers a glimmer of redemption, but you’re probably into the wind, and hope is two clubs farther than you think.”
Tom Cone, "Yardage Book: Splendour"
This poetic line reflects the blend of challenge and beauty that golf can offer, where hope is often just out of reach, even in picturesque settings
Men’s4-BallQualifier-Date1(Golf)
OUR BCC BOARD:
MR. BOB SPENCER
Club President
DR. JOHN PRIESTER
Vice President
MR. CARL CALLAHAN
Treasurer
MR. AUSTIN BOYD Board Member
MR. RANDY CLARK Board Member
MR. BOB DWYER
Board Member
MR. RAY GAULT
Board Member
MRS. MARY GRASSEL
Board Member
MR. CHRIS HALL Board Member
MR. KEITH KIMBALL Board Member
MR. TOM RUDELICH
Board Member
MRS KATHLEEN SQUIRES Board Member
MR. JOHN VITA Board Member
COMMITTEE CHAIRS:
MR. CARL CALLAHAN Finance
MR. RAY GAULT
Greens
MR. CHRIS HALL Golf
MR. JOHN VITA Membership
MR. TOM RUDELICH Racquet Sports
VACANT Food and Beverage
How blessed we are to celebrate Christmas and New Years while playing golf, tennis and pickleball There will be many opportunities for sports at BCC during January The golf course maintenance crew will be busy preparing for the LPGA tournament. The fitness center will be available for members who need to get rid of their “holiday belt ”
Please mark your calendars for the Annual Meeting on January 30th
John Vita and Tricia Priester are continuing to lead our preparations for the LPGA Founders Cup I am thankful that so many members are volunteering their time to make the tournament successful We are making a concerted effort to reach out to potential new members during the tournament. Thanks to our Greens Committee and our Golf Maintenance staff our course will make a good impression on the patrons
Keep checking your emails for more updates
Yours truly,
Dear Members,
Welcome to a bright new year at Bradenton Country Club! I trust you had a wonderful holiday season filled with joy, good company, and the warmth of family and friends Now that we’ve turned the page to a fresh calendar, I’m delighted to share the exciting events we have in store for January
Before diving into our lineup, I’d like to take a moment to congratulate Ms. Baily Flynn on her well-earned promotion to Food and Beverage Supervisor Baily began her journey here as a bartender, always greeting members with a friendly smile and mixing up drinks with a level of care and precision that quickly made her a favorite Her dedication and creativity have shined behind the bar and now, as she moves into this leadership role, I’m confident she’ll continue bringing that same energy and commitment to excellence to every aspect of our Food & Beverage team
Turning to our January festivities, we’ll get things rolling on January 4 with our Oyster Roast there’s nothing like fresh oysters and lively conversation to bring people together Then, on January 9, be sure to join us for a Daou Wine Tasting, an evening that promises top-notch vintages and warm camaraderie
Next, mark your calendars for January 16, when Bingo Night returns. A little friendly competition can certainly spark some fun, especially when prizes are on the line! If you’re in the mood for something smoky and hearty, you won’t want to miss our BBQ Takeover on January 18, where you can savor some of our finest down-home flavors. Finally, we’ll close out the month on January 31 with Trivia Night
Of course, don’t forget that we host a Happy Hour featuring live music every Friday It’s the perfect way to ease into the weekend, enjoy a refreshing beverage, and reconnect with fellow members in a relaxed, upbeat atmosphere I’d also like to remind everyone that our Annual Meeting is right around the corner on Thursday, January 30 This year we’ll welcome a new President to our Board of Directors an important milestone in the life of our Club It’s a wonderful opportunity to come together, reflect on the past year's accomplishments, and look ahead to the bright future that lies before us I encourage every member to attend, lend your voice to the conversation, and help us usher in the next chapter of growth and success for Bradenton Country Club
Thank you for being part of our family here at Bradenton Country Club. Your participation and enthusiasm make all our events truly special, and I look forward to seeing you around the Club throughout the month. Here’s to a successful, harmonious start to the new year!
Respectfully,
ROB HUBBARD
Matthew and Deborah Warnick, residents of Bradenton, Florida, are retired and former members of Carrollwood Country Club in Tampa
Matthew, an avid golfer with affiliations to Ingram Micro and IBM, and Deborah, a former Cisco employee, enjoys dining and socializing Both look forward to attending club events with friends
Full Members
Matthew and Deborah Warnick
Thomas and Anita reside primarily in Burlington, Kentucky, and maintain a secondary home in Bradenton Thomas owns Pro-Touch Window Tinting, while Anita works at St Elizabeth Medical Center Both are avid golfers and are eager to meet new friends and embrace the Country Club lifestyle
Full Members
Thomas and Anita Ward
Dear Members,
Happy New Year! I hope you all had a wonderful holiday season and are ready for an exciting year ahead at the golf course As we kick off 2024, I’m excited to share some important upcoming events, as well as a sneak peek at our full event calendar for the season We have a fantastic lineup planned, and I hope you’ll join us for as many of these events as possible
Here’s a look at what’s coming up this month:
Wednesday, January 1 – Possible Pins Day
Start the year off with a fun challenge! Check the course for any special pin placements
Saturday, January 4 – Men's 4-Ball Qualifier - Date 1
The first round of our Men's 4-Ball Qualifier Be sure to register and bring your best game!
Thursday, January 9 – Men's Stag Day – Members Only
A special day for our male members to compete, socialize, and enjoy the course
Saturday, January 11 – Men's 4-Ball Qualifier - Date 2
The second round of the Men's 4-Ball Qualifier Don’t forget to confirm your participation!
Thursday, January 16 – 9 & Dine
A relaxing evening of golf followed by a delicious dinner. Perfect for unwinding with friends
Saturday-Sunday, January 25-26 – Couples Member Guest
An exciting weekend event for couples – fun, competition, and great company await!
In addition to the events listed above, we have many more exciting activities planned for the season, so be sure to keep an eye on our event calendar and email updates throughout the year If you have any questions or need assistance with registration, please don’t hesitate to reach out to the Golf Shop (941) 792 4159 We’re here to help!
Wishing you all a year filled with great golf, great company, and plenty of memorable moments at Bradenton Country Club Let’s make 2025 an unforgettable year together
See you on the course!
Warm regards,
We are excited about all the upcoming events and look forward to seeing everyone out on the course this year. These events are a great opportunity to connect with fellow members, improve your game, and make lasting memories Don’t forget to mark your calendars and sign up early to ensure your spot
As we move into the new year, we’re excited to share the upcoming golf schedule and events for 2025! From weekly tournaments to special member-only events, there’s something for everyone.
We’ve worked hard to curate a calendar that combines competition, camaraderie, and of course, plenty of fun on the course. Be sure to mark your calendars and stay up to date with all the exciting activities we have in store for the season ahead! To view the full event schedule and register, simply click the button below to access Golf Genius.
"The secret of good golf course design is to make the player think, but not make them think too much."
— Donald Ross
"I’M NOT SAYING MY GOLF GAME IS BAD, BUT IF I GREW TOMATOES, THEY’D COME UP SLICED."
One Saturday morning at Bradenton Country Club, as the sun began to rise over the lush fairways, a small group of members gathered for their usual early round. The air was crisp and the course was still quiet, save for the occasional chirp of a bird. As they made their way down the first fairway, one member—let's call him Ralph—couldn’t help but marvel at the peacefulness. "There’s nothing like this," he said, pausing to take in the stillness. "It’s as if the world stops for just a few hours."
Later, as they sat on the clubhouse patio after their round, Ralph reflected on why he kept coming back. "It’s not just about the game," he said, sipping his coffee. "It’s the escape. Bradenton Country Club is more than just a golf course; it's a place where you can disconnect, recharge, and feel like you’re part of something bigger." For Ralph and many others, the club wasn’t just a place to play—it was a sanctuary, a rare spot where the pace of life slowed down, even if just for a little while
A G R O N O M Y U P D A T E
In the golf course maintenance department, we are excited to be out of project and renovation mode and concentrate on the finite details of the golf course. This ties into daily golf course setup precision, tournaments and event preparations. Overall, the golf course is healthy as we have neared the end of any significant turfgrass growth and recovery. We continued the cooler weather pattern through December. We had 15 days on record of nighttime temperatures in the 40’s and 50’s. Knowing this and experiencing it, we must be proactive in managing our liquid fertility program and traffic management.
The putting greens continue to show good health and playability. Green speeds and aesthetics do tend to fluctuate this time of year with intermittent warm and cool days. Green speeds ranged from 11.5 to 13 in the month of December, which is widespread. We will continue dialing in topdressing, fertility, rolling, and growth regulators to keep consistency as much as possible. We are moving away from our EZ locator pin placement software. We have found some inconsistencies with auto populated pin placements and feel we can configure daily placements better by other means. We should see better and more consistent placements moving forward. We look forward to your feedback.
The golf course, again, the theme will be to continue aggressive fertility programs to provide acceptable turf conditions during the cooler times of the year. With events and tournaments upcoming, tees, fairways, and roughs will be continually treated as needed to mitigate weather and increase golf play. In January, we are doing a wall-to-wall granular fertilizer application in conjunction with our liquid program. Of course, with our LPGA event approaching, our cart path-only mandate will be communicated when that begins this month.
We have begun to work on raking strategies and compacting bunkers to improve playability. We plan to continue this month to ensure improvements. Cart paths will be completed with fresh shell material where needed, and with the new cart path groomer arriving this month, we will see vast improvements. The driving range project with new grading and fresh sod is progressing nicely and looking good. We will have new target greens mown with new flags for additional practice aids by mid-month.
On behalf of the golf course maintenance team and everyone at Signature One, I want to wish everyone a Happy New Year. We extend our thanks for your support and may the year ahead bring more success and growth for us all.
We experienced some early cool weather towards the end of November; however, putting greens still maintain good health. This cooler weather will increase fertility and lessen growth regulation for good health while maintaining adequate green speed and smoothness. We will balance our practices with intermittent cool/warm patterns to keep the surfaces consistent throughout the season. We finished our sod patchwork on the greens discussed last month. We will continually top-dress and roll to bring these areas to maturation.
As the golf course gets busier, our tee boxes will show more wear. We have developed a proactive plan to help our tees flourish through the season. Some tees were already showing some stress, and knowing what we have coming weatherwise, we have incorporated a more regular liquid and granular fertility plan to offset the increased rounds of golf along with cooler weather. We are seeing some progress from added applications last month. As an update, our new bronze tee markers should arrive this month.
We completed our sod renovation areas on the fairway drainage areas. This month, we will work on increased top dressing and fertility to grow these areas into consistent and playable. Like the tees, we will increase our liquid fertility spray program along with added fertigation. Roughs tend to be the most challenging surfaces for maintaining better-thanaverage health during the winter season. We battle the consistent walk-up traffic to tees and greens and increased cart traffic on and off the fairways. When coming on board the club this past spring, I saw this challenge with the vast wear and tear due to traffic and pest damage. This has led us to bring a different mindset and objective this year to overcome this. It is a fact and challenge on every Florida golf course, but we want to be more proactive this year and provide a better product throughout the season and coming out of it. The height of the cut has been lowered to 1.5” and will be maintained there until further notice. I want to briefly explain our post system as it relates to traffic.
The post system is designed to encourage a true 90-degree cart practice and does not mean we have to drive in at the post and drive off exactly at the post. They are merely a guide to maintain the carts between the posts from tee to green.
We still have in our sights to work on bunker and cart path material consistency. We have determined in our bunker efforts that not only do we need to work on depths, but we will need to plate compact more to firm up and alleviate the fluffiness we are experiencing.
We completed our practice range renovation project this past month. The rear of the range was professionally graded and completed with sod. When the sod has matured, we will have four more target green areas to add to the practice experience.
The underlying theme of this season is to continue this health transformation of our playing surfaces we have tried to accomplish. As you have read, the key will be increased fertility, better traffic management, irrigation, and pest management. We are looking forward to seeing the results of our plans in place.
We wish everyone a happy and prosperous holiday season on behalf of the golf maintenance team, Signature One, and Fusion Golf.
Yours truly,
JAMIE MCCROSKY
We wish everyone a very healthy and happy 2025!
In the New Year, Tennis will add a USTA ladies’ team. We currently have two ladies and two men’s teams that play in the Sunshine and Suncoast leagues. This league will have two singles and three doubles matches each Monday evening. In January, we will have a mixed doubles mixer in honor of Tony Rogers. Tony Rogers served on our BCC Board as the tennis representative. He was instrumental in helping us develop a fun social environment for adults and kids on the BCC courts, which we still enjoy. Tony will be moving to Arizona. Look out for details from the Racquet Center.
A reminder that all events, social plays, and clinics are on the Bradenton Country Club TeamReach App.
You can access the app with this code: BCCTENNIS2024
To register for any of the events, clinics, etc., please visit the TeamReach app, select the event on the calendar button, and select “yes,” “no,” or “maybe.” If the event involves partners or lunch, you can use the “comment” button below your response and put your choices/comments there.
Should you need any assistance getting into TeamReach or help with registering for any of our events or clinics, please don’t hesitate to reach out to the Racquet Center by calling or texting (941) 920-6805.
Respectfully,
THE BCC RACQUET TEAM
Our 2024 Holiday Pickleball event was a very festive occasion. We had twenty players participate in an individual and team mixer. Dave Leslie and Don were our two highest point scorers in the individual event, and Jill Rocklein’s team won the team event. This was followed by a tasty luncheon at the club and a new fun ornament exchange game.
The New Year will kick off in a competitive spirit with the upcoming Club Pickleball Championships. The women’s and men’s doubles event will be on Saturday, January 4th. This will be followed by the mixed doubles and singles events on January 11th.
For sign-ups and further details, please go to the TeamReach App.
We also have the Pickleball Family Fun Day on Saturday, February 1st. No playing experience is necessary. Ages 7 and up are welcome to join us for a great family experience. Individual participants are also welcome. The event starts at 1:00 PM until 2:30 PM. Please Sign up on the Team Reach. For anyone interested in learning about the top growing sport in the nation, we will be holding an “Absolute Beginner” Pickleball group on the last Saturday of each month beginning this month on the 25th from 8:00 – 9:00 AM. Each month, two of our more experienced players will be there to help you learn the rules, scoring, and how to stay out of the “kitchen,” along with other skills.
To top off February, we host our annual BCC Open on Saturday, the 15th, and Sunday, the 16th. Tournament players travel from near and far to play in our doubles and mixed doubles events. Sign-up details will be sent out soon.
A reminder that all events, social plays, and clinics are on the Bradenton Country Club TeamReach App. You can access the app with this code: BCCPB2024
To register for any of the events, clinics, etc., please visit the TeamReach app, select the event on the calendar button, and select “yes,” “no,” or “maybe.” If the event involves partners or lunch, you can use the “comment” button below your response and put your choices/comments there.
Should you need any assistance getting into TeamReach or help with registering for any of our events or clinics, please don’t hesitate to reach out to the Racquet Center by calling or texting (941) 920-6805.
TENNIS
Tuesday:
9:00 AM Tennis: Ladies 3 0+ Play
6:15 PM-7:45 PM Tennis: Men's Singles and Social Doubles
Wednesday:
9:00 AM Tennis: Ladies 3 0+ Play
5:30 PM- 8:00 PM Tennis: Men's 4 0+
Thursday:
9:00 AM-10:30 AM Women's 3 5+ Tennis Clinic with Jack 6:15 PM-7:45 PM Men's Social Doubles
Saturday:
9:00 AM-10:30 AM 3 on 3 Tennis (All Levels)
Sunday:
9:00 AM-10:00 AM Adult Early Bird Clinic - Mixed 10:30 AM- 11:30 AM Tennis: Men's 50's Clinic
PICKLEBALL
Monday: 8:00 AM Pickleball Open & Advance Play
Wednesday: 8:00 AM Pickleball Advanced Players
Friday:
8:00 AM-9:00 AM High Intermediate-Advanced Pickleball Clinic - Places Limited, Sign Up
Online 9:00 AM-10:00 AM Advanced Beginner- Intermediate Pickleball
Amid the demands of everyday life, Bradenton Country Club offers a serene refuge for its members. Though the occasional phone call or plane overhead may briefly break the calm, the club has succeeded in creating the peaceful retreat it set out to provide.
“THE MORE I PRACTICE, THE LUCKIER I GET.”
- GARY PLAYER
- Anonymous
The ball bounced a few times, made a dramatic splash, and then, as if giving up on life, slowly sank to the bottom with a resigned plop.
Matt stood there, staring in disbelief. His buddies were silent for a beat, then erupted in laughter. "Well, that’s one way to get a water hazard!" one of them yelled.
“I swear, that ball has a better social life than I do,” Matt grumbled, not sure if he should be more impressed or irritated. "I’ve never seen a ball so determined to take a detour."
His buddy, always ready to stir the pot, shook his head.
"Looks like that ball’s got commitment issues, Matt. Maybe it’s time to talk to it about its future."
With a heavy sigh, Matt grabbed another ball, determined to take the second shot more seriously. But as he walked to the tee, he couldn't help but laugh. After all, golf is a game full of surprises—and occasionally, the ball just has a mind of its own.
It was one of those perfect golf mornings. The sun was out, the course was quiet, and Matt was feeling unusually confident. He had just played a solid front nine, and the back nine was where the real magic was supposed to happen. As he approached the 10th tee, his friends were already gathered around, ready for their next round of jokes and friendly trash talk.
Matt lined up his shot. He was going for the green with a smooth, powerful drive. The ball launched off his driver, soaring through the air like an eagle... for about two seconds. And then, like a petulant toddler with a mind of its own, the ball abruptly veered left, slicing off the fairway like it had an appointment with a tree.
It didn’t just hit the tree, though. Oh no. It ricocheted off it, shot across the cart path, and careened into a nearby pond— only to skip across the water like a flat rock on a lazy Sunday.
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THURSDAY JAN 16TH STARTING AT 6:30 PM
LOCATION: AZALEAROOM
plates served with choice of 2 sides and a biscuit
TEXAS BRISKET
Salt and Pepper
PORK BABY BACK RIBS
BCC Dry Rub
SMOKED GROUPER
hoisin and honey glaze, garlic, ginger
HALF CHICKEN
Cajun Rub
PULLED PORK
$24 plate/20 ea
. $18 plate/15 ea
BAKED APPLE SAUCE
CINNAMON, STAR ANISE, BROWN SUGAR, SMOKED SEA SALT, BUTTER, SWEET GRANOLA, VANILLA BEAN ICE CREAM
SWEET AND SALTY CARAMEL SAUCE, WHIPPED CREAM. . . . . . . . . $22 plate/18 half lb/ 30 lb . . . . $19 plate/17 half/24 full
. . . . . . $16 plate/12 half lb/19 lb
charred peppers and onions, sweet and smokey.
SMOKED GOUDA MAC & CHEESE smoked Gouda, elbow macaroni, buttered herb and parmesan breadcrumbs
LOADED POTATO SALAD
VANILLA WAFER, BANANA CREAM, SWEET AND SALTY GRAHAM CRACKER, BANANA, WHIPPED CREAM.
Florida Jerk Wings
Smoked Florida Jerk Spiced Wings
. . $3 ind./ 10 pt./ 18 qt.
red potatoes, creamy and tangy dressing, pickles, scallion, bacon, cheddar and jack cheese, hardboiled eggs.
TOMATO CUCUMBER SALAD
$2 ind./ 5 pt./ 10 qt $2 ind / 3 pt / 5 qt $2 ind / 5 pt / 10 qt
heirloom tomato, english cucumber, sweet onion, garlic, basil, creamy herb vinaigrette.
$2 ind./ 5 pt./ 10 qt.
ARMADILLO EGGS (4)
SMOKED PEEL AND EAT SHRIMP (½LB) remoulade, cocktail sauce
SMOKED SALMON DIP
DEVILED EGGS (4)
"Golf
is a game in which you yell ‘Fore!’ shoot six, and write down five."
Golf is a game of endless challenge. You’re constantly competing against the course, your opponent, and most importantly, yourself.
It teaches you patience, perseverance, and humility—because no matter how good you think you are, the course will always find a way to humble you. But when you hit that perfect shot, or sink that impossible putt, it reminds you why you play: for the thrill, the beauty, and the undeniable magic of the game.
- Unknown
THE STAGE WAS SET, THE PLAYERS READY — RELIVE THE EXCITEMENT AS THE SHOOTOUT UNFOLDED!
The calm before the storm... the tee shot setting the stage for an unforgettable showdown at the Member-Guest Shootout.
Where the greens are always perfect, the courts are never empty, and the competition is as strong as the camaraderie. Here’s to another unforgettable year at Bradenton Country Club!
DON’T MISS THE ULTIMATE BRADENTON COUNTRY CLUB EXPERIENCE—WHERE EXCEPTIONAL CUISINE PAIRS PERFECTLY WITH GREAT GOLF AND RACQUET
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THURS. | JAN 16 | 2:15 PM
SHOTGUN START
DINNER BUFFET IN AZALEA ROOM
BRADENTON COUNTRY CLUB
ClubManager-RobHubbard:rhubbard@bradentoncc.org
DirectorofGolf-NickCampbell:ncampbell@bradentoncc.org
DirectorofCommunication-BriaJansen:bjansen@bradentoncc.org
DirectorofAgronomy-JamieMcCrosky:jmccrosky@thesignatureone.com
DirectorofRacquetSports-JackSteyn:jsteyn@bradentoncc.org
FoodandBeverageManager-SarahRoese:sroese@bradentoncc.org
OfficeAdministrator-KathyMahanna:kmahanna@bradentoncc.org
Golf Shop: 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Driving Range: 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Clubhouse Bar: Weekdays- 10:00 am to 8:00 PM
Weekends: 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Clubhouse Restaurant: Weekdays- 10:00 am to 8:00 PM
Weekends: 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM
Morand House: 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Tennis Shop: Weekdays- 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM & 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM; Weekend- 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
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