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BOARDMEMBERS
OUR BCC BOARD:
DR. JOHN J. PRIESTER
Club President
MR. CARL CALLAHAN Treasurer
MR. ALAN HANBURY Board Member
MR. AUSTIN BOYD Board Member
MR. RANDY CLARK Board Member
MR. ROBERT DWYER Board Member
MR. RYAN DAUGHERTY Board Member
MR. CHRIS HALL Board Member
MR. KEITH KIMBALL Board Member
MR. JASON CHAMBERS Board Member
MRS KATHLEEN SQUIRES Board Member
MR JOHN VITA Board Member
MRS. MARY GRASSEL Board Member
COMMITTEE CHAIRS:
DR. JOHN J. PRIESTER Strategic Planning
MR. CARL CALLAHAN Finance
MR. RANDY CLARK Greens
MR. JASON CHAMBERS Golf
MR. JOHN VITA Membership
MR. RYAN DAUGHERTY House
MR. ALAN HANBURY Insurance
MR. ROBERT DWYER Building and Grounds
CLUB MANAGER Racquet Sports
LETTER FROM THE CLUB MANAGER
Dear Members,
I couldn’t be more excited to be here at Bradenton Country Club It’s been wonderful meeting so many of you and seeing firsthand what makes this community so special I’m eager to build on that strong foundation with improvements that make your time here even better
In my first few weeks, we’ve made several updates around the club We created a new outdoor seating area with a fire pit just outside the restaurant, giving you a comfortable spot to relax and enjoy meals with friends We’ve also transformed the kiddy pool area into a space for yard games like cornhole, adding more fun activities for all ages.
You may have noticed enhanced lighting throughout the building and new uplighting by the pool to create an inviting evening atmosphere Our team deep cleaned all restrooms and repainted the pool restroom floors for a fresher, cleaner feel We’ve also touched up paint throughout the club to keep everything looking its best
Behind the scenes, I’ve met with our vendors to ensure we’re getting the best pricing and quality, and we’ve brought in new companies to provide better products at lower costs We’ve completed updates to the pool café as well, making it a more enjoyable spot for everyone to gather and unwind.
Looking ahead, I’m working with Red to connect with local realtors and new developments, and we’re exploring the idea of hosting an open house mix-and-mingle to introduce more potential members to our wonderful club We’ve also ordered new signs for the pool, restaurant, café, and playground to clearly communicate hours, age, and weight limits for everyone’s safety
Thank you all for your warm welcome I look forward to meeting more of you in the coming weeks and continuing to make Bradenton Country Club the best it can be.
See you around the club!
CRAIG CHIBBARO CLUB MANAGER
PHOTOS FROM CLUB MANAGER
Get to Know Our New Team Members
Craig Chibbaro
Club Manager
Craig Chibbaro joins Bradenton Country Club as our new Club Manager, bringing over 30 years of experience in club and hospitality management A graduate of Johnson and Wales University in Providence, Rhode Island, he has dedicated his career to creating welcoming environments, improving operations, and ensuring clubs thrive He is excited to help BCC grow and be successful in the years ahead
Originally from Florida, where he has lived for the past 36 years, Craig enjoys playing golf and appreciates the strong sense of community among members and staff. In his free time, you can often find him fishing, sport shooting, or working on one of his custom cars or trucks a hobby he’s been passionate about for many years
Craig looks forward to getting to know each of you and wants members to know that he takes his job very seriously and is committed to being a good steward for the club His goal is to listen, learn, and work together with members to make Bradenton Country Club the best it can be.
RaeChelle, who also goes by Red, joins Bradenton Country Club as our Membership Director, focusing on prospecting and onboarding new members and strengthening communication between the club and its community. Originally from Oregon, she earned both her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Communication from the University of Louisiana Monroe, where she also played collegiate golf Her professional background includes athletic fundraising as a Development Director at her alma mater and sales at IMG Academy.
Golf has always been a huge part of RaeChelle’s life – her first memories are on the golf course, and her family was deeply involved in the golf business throughout her childhood She’s excited to be in an environment that combines her lifelong love of golf with the strong sense of community she values so much.
Outside of work, RaeChelle enjoys yoga, roller skating, movies, and spending time with her partner, Patrick, and their sweet miniature schnauzer, Elsa. She is thrilled to be part of the Bradenton Country Club family and looks forward to getting to know each of you
RaeChelle “Red” Leiken Membership Director
PLEASE WELCOME OUR NEW MEMBERS
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Mr and Mrs Bartnick
Mr and Mrs Derby
Mr Kimble
Mr and Mrs Koehler
Mr Little
Mr and Mrs Keenan
Mr and Mrs Scott Miller
Mr. and Mrs. Marcus Vonderhofen
Welcome Back!
Mr and Mrs Flanagan
Mr and Mrs Signor
Young Executive
Mr and Mrs Slezak
Mr and Mrs Marciniak
Sports
Dr and Mrs Bollinger
Mr and Mrs Bonanno
Mr and Mrs Marshall
Mr and Mrs McCormick
Mr and Mrs Mobley
Mr and Mrs O’Brien
Mr Webb and Ms O’Brien
Mr. Traverso
Mr. and Mrs. Wilhelm
Mr. and Mrs. Hamilton
Mr and Mrs Kohtz
Mr and Mrs Madson
Mr and Mrs Rick Miller
Mr and Mrs Tarr
Mr and Mrs Hans Vonderhofen
LETTER FROM THE DIRECTOR OF GOLF
Dear BCC Members,
Thank you all for your continued patience and support as we’ve worked to restore the Golf Shop following the recent flooding We’re excited to share that we’re nearly back to full functionality and look forward to welcoming you into a refreshed and improved space
As part of these updates, we’re proud to introduce our new "Kids' Corner" in the Golf Shop! This dedicated area features junior apparel and gear from Adidas, FootJoy, Travis Mathew, Turtles and Tees, along with stylish junior headwear from Imperial We hope this addition brings new excitement for our youngest golfers and their families
We’re also looking forward to our next Junior Golf Camp, scheduled for July 9th–11th It’s a great way to keep juniors engaged and developing their skills in a fun, structured environment Please visit Golf Genius for all the details and to register. Sponsored guests are welcome to participate as well so feel free to invite friends!
We’ve also expanded our headwear offerings, including a new line of men’s and ladies’ hats from Ahead Additionally, ladies' AHEAD apparel has started to arrive in the shop This brand came highly recommended and received excellent feedback following the Ladies Night event held in the spring A full collection is on its way, along with exciting new arrivals from IBKUL, Adidas, and Belyn Key
For the gentlemen, be sure to check out the new featherweight polos from Peter Millar, featured on the main nesting table as you enter the Golf Shop These lightweight, performance-driven shirts are perfect for staying cool on the course during the summer heat
Looking ahead, please note our upcoming course closure scheduled for July 14th through July 22nd These scheduled maintenance periods are essential to the long-term health of the golf course and allow us to continue providing the exceptional playing conditions you expect year-round We appreciate your understanding and support as we remain committed to continual improvement
We’re also thrilled to be hosting the Florida State Four-Ball Championship on July 11th, 12th, and 13th This event is one of the premier amateur tournaments in the state, and we are honored to once again be selected as a host venue joining the ranks of TPC Sawgrass, Interlachen, and PGA National Hosting events of this caliber reflects the quality of our facility and community
Congratulations to AJ Skinner for earning the host exemption through our Interclub Qualifier. Be sure to wish him luck as they represent BCC in one of the FSGA’s most prestigious events!
We also want to recognize Sean Jacklin for his recent victory at the North Florida PGA Chapter Pro-Pro, held at Heathrow Country Club on June 9th. Sean and local professional Mike Visacki made a great team and brought home the win with outstanding play
And an honorable mention goes to our Assistant Golf Professional Thomas McClellan, whose team also turned in an underpar performance at the same event Well done, gentlemen!
As always, thank you for your continued support of the Golf Operation We look forward to seeing you around the club
Warm regards,
Nick Campbell
Game Improvement with Sean Jacklin
Tip of the Month: “Line it Up”
Have you triedusing a line on your ball? Anytime you can reduce the chances of human error is a good thing. Most companies are offering balls with lines on them and when you see every pro using a line on their ball you should consider it too. Not only can it help ensure you’re aimed properly on the greens, but off the tee as well. Aim the line where you want the ball to go and square the face of the club to that line.
Shot Advice: “The Bunker Blast”
Struggling in the sand? Here’s a basic recipe: Use your sand wedge, open the face, and grip down slightly. Let the bounce of the club slide through the sand not dig. Key Mindset: You’re not hitting the ball you’re throwing a splash of sand onto the green, and the ball comes out with it.
Equipment Insight: “Understanding Bounce”
Bounce is the angle between theleading edge and the lowest point of the sole of your wedge and it plays a major role in how your club interacts with the turf or sand. Low Bounce (4°–8°) is great for firm conditions and tight lies. (Down grain here this is great but into the Bermuda grain it can get “stubby”). High Bounce (10°–14°) excels in soft GRAINY turf, fluffy sand, or if you tend to take deep divots. Here’s the ��: If you’re chunking chips or digging in bunkers, you may need more bounce. If you’re blading shots or struggling off tight lies, less bounce could help. Wedges aren’t one-size-fits-all. Bring your clubs in for a quick short game check I can help you find the bounce that fits your swing and conditions at the club.
AGRONOMY UPDATE
Dear Members,
In the Greens department, we are really looking forward to the summer and the plans we have to relieve the golf course with some much needed aerification and other cultural practices. We did see much needed and helpful rainfall in June, and we saw a nice response on our turf surfaces as a result. The amendments and programs in place finally paid some dividends and will continue to do so throughout the summer. We received 5 inches of rain this past month.
In the month of June, on the putting greens we were able to aerify with 3/8” coring tines 2 times as part of our proactive approach to organic layer displacement with fresh sand. Just as we saw on the golf course, the greens responded nicely to the natural flushes from rainfall. We did continue to verticut through June along with soil amendments to mitigate challenging weather and poor irrigation water quality. In July, week of the 14 -22 , we plan to aerify greens with 5/8” coring and solid tines. Our program goal this year is to displace 30% of the surface, which is good and above average for the industry. We did receive soil samples back and the most encouraging thing was the ph of the greens is around 7 which is neutral. Why this is good, is that our irrigation water is 7.8 (high). I feel like we are on the right track on our mitigation efforts. th nd
On the golf course, as I have mentioned in previous months, we want to continue to hit our marks on better weed control, nematode treatments, and fertility measures to encourage thick and healthy turf throughout the growing season. We plan to aerify our golf surfaces aside from the greens at least 3 times this summer and weaker areas more. In June we did aerify the tees, fairways, and roughs 1 time. We have an “in house machine” now to be able to do this more frequently. During our week closure we plan to verticut and topdress all fairways to help with smoothness, thatch control, and firmness.
Our new course Superintendent, Chuck Cakmakci, is settling in and learning each day the details and nuances of our golf course. We will continue to work together to continually help his transition as well as make the necessary positive steps forward on the golf course.
Yours truly,
JAMIE MCCROSKY
RACQUET SPORTS UPDATE
Dear Members,
Summer is in full swing here at Bradenton Country Club, and there’s been no shortage of activity on the courts It’s been great to see so many new faces at our Summer Camp, where young players are learning the game and having a great time. Our Elite group Juniors are showing incredible dedication, grinding through the hottest parts of the day to sharpen their skills before the afternoon storms roll in
Our new "Pickle Kids" program has also gotten off to a strong start. It’s been a fun and encouraging way to introduce pickleball to younger players, and we’re glad to see their enthusiasm grow each week
Of course, it’s not just the kids who’ve been active. Despite the summer heat, Cardio Triples continues to draw a solid group, and our women’s programming is busier than ever We currently have two USTA travel teams in action, plus two well-attended ladies' doubles mornings, and we’ve recently added a ladies’ singles round robin for even more opportunities to play.
With the Grand Slam season underway, there’s plenty of inspiration on screen And if any of our golfers or nonracquet members have been thinking about giving tennis or pickleball a try, consider this your invitation to the courts Finally, be on the lookout for more information about our end-of-summer "Double Double" event We'll be serving up burgers and cocktails courtside during a fun member-member doubles event It should be a great way to wrap up the season. Thanks as always for your support and participation.
See you on the courts,
Rob Blackburn Director of Racquet Sports Bradenton Country Club
Brunch Menu
All Brunch Entrees Include Toast or English Muffin and 2 Sides
EGGS BENEDICT
Traditional, English Muffins, Canadian Bacon, Two Poached Eggs, Topped with Hollandaise Sauce..... 16
WAFFLES
Served with Whipped Butter, Vermont Syrup, Fresh Berries and Whipped Cream Onside 14
PANCAKES
Served with Whipped Butter, Vermont Syrup, Fresh Berries and Whipped Cream Onside...... 14
FRENCH TOAST
Brioche Bread, Vanilla Bean, Cinnamon, Whipped Cream and Fresh Berries Onside..... 15
STEAK N EGGS
12 OZ New York Strip, Served with 2 Eggs Anyway..... 30
FARM FRESH EGGS
Two Eggs Any Style with the choice of..... 10
Bacon/Sausage Links/Canadian Bacon
Three Eggs Any Style with the choice of..... 12
Bacon/Sausage Links/Canadian Bacon
OMELETTES
Ham and Cheese Omelette 15
Cheddar Cheese, Cubed Ham
Veggie Omelette..... 15
Spinach, Tomato, Fresh Peppers, Mushrooms, Goat Cheese
BYO Omelette..... 17
Choice of Diced Ham, Fresh Spinach, Choice of Cheese, Fresh Peppers, Onions, Tomato or Mushrooms
CONTINENTAL TABLE
All You Can Eat! Fresh Danishes, Muffins, Pastries, Bagels, Fruit, Yogurt and Granola, Flavored Cream Cheeses, Jams and More 14
Sides Premium Sides
Two Selections if Ordered with an Entrée
$3 Solo
Cheshire Pork Sausage
Home Fries
Fruit Cup
Thick Country Bacon
$3 Upcharge if Ordered with an Entrée
$7 Solo
Sausage Gravy Biscuit
Two Extra Eggs Anyway
Corned Beef Hash
Canadian Bacon
See next page for details!
Price
Members - $300
Guest of a Member - $500
Instructors
Sean Jacklin & Thomas McClellan
Dates
Camp 1 - June 18th - 20th
Camp 2 - July 9th - 11th
Camp 3 - August 6th - 8th
Itinerary
8:30 - 9:00 - Drop Off in the Azalea Room
9:00 - 9:30 - Daily Lesson Overview
9:30 - 10:30 - Skill #1
10:30 - 10:45 Drinks & Snack (Club Provided)
11:00 - 12:00 - Skill #2
12:00 - 12:45 - Lunch (Club Provided)
12:45 - 1:15 - Rules & Etiquette
1:15 - 2:15 - Stretching and Fitness w/ Kenroy
2:15 - 2:45 - Drinks & Snack (Club Provided)
2:45 - 3:45 -On Course Contests
3:45 -5:00 - Pick Up & Games in the Azalea Room
What To Bring
Golf Clubs
Golf Attire and Closed toe shoes
Hat for sun protection
Sunglasses Sunscreen
Drink Cup (preferably not disposable)
BCCPRESENTS ClamBake
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ClubManager-CraigChibbaro:cchibbaro@bradentonccorg
DirectorofGolf-NickCampbell:ncampbell@bradentonccorg
DirectorofAgronomy-JamieMcCrosky:jmccrosky@thesignatureone.com
MembershipDirector-RaeChelleLeiken:rleiken@bradentoncc.org
Food&BeverageManager-BaileyFlynn:bflynn@bradentonccorg
OfficeAdministrator-KathyMahanna:kmahanna@bradentoncc.org
Hours of Operation
Course & Clubhouse Closed Mondays and Tuesdays
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
Weekends: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM