March - April 2024 Tom Tom

SAHALEE Country Club

TOM TOM MARCH - APRIL 2024

Leadership Team LESLIE LUDLOW GENERAL MANAGER/COO LESLIE@SAHALEE.COM BRYAN NICHOLSON DIRECTOR OF GOLF BRYAN@SAHALEE.COM CHARLIE SCHAUWECKER AGRONOMY DIRECTOR CHARLIE@SAHALEE.COM

Board of Directors NORMAN CHEUK - PRESIDENT KIM SHEK - VICE PRESIDENT BRETT VANDENBERG - SECRETARY TOM DIMECO - TREASURER BILL BONNELL MARYLE TRACY PETER ZOBRIST COLLIN CLARK BEN MINYARD

Committee Chairs JASON HART - GOLF MATT ADAMSON - GREENS MATT KILMER - FINANCE MARCIA MARTIN - HOUSE JEFF HARRIS - MEMBERSHIP JEANNE LINK - RULES AND HANDICAP BEAU CLINE - JUNIOR GOLF TYLER DION - CHAMPIONSHIP SHARDUL KIRI - SOCIAL

JEREMY WILSON CONTROLLER JEREMY@SAHALEE.COM DEANN ANDERSON DIRECTOR MEMBERSHIP DEANN@SAHALEE.COM CALEB KRAUS HEAD GOLF PROFESSIONAL CALEB@SAHALEE.COM JACOB METCALF ACTING EXECUTIVE CHEF JACOB@SAHALEE.COM CATHY WALKER FOOD AND BEVERAGE DIRECTOR CATHY@SAHALEE.COM PAT OIEN SUPERINTENDENT PAT@SAHALEE.COM SARAH FRANTZ DIRECTOR OF EVENTS & COMMUNICATIONS SARAH@SAHALEE.COM VINCENT CUCINELLI DIRECTOR OF FACILITIES VINNY@SAHALEE.COM LAURIE COLEMAN ACCOUNTING ADMINISTRATOR LAURIE@SAHALEE.COM

MONTHLY MESSAGE FROM LESLIE LUDLOW, CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER/GM Dear Members, As we embrace the beauty of springtime at Sahalee Country Club, we're excited to share some updates and initiatives that will enhance your experience and contribute positively to our environment and community.

1. Embracing Sustainability: Transitioning Away from Bottled Water In line with our commitment to environmental stewardship, Sahalee Country Club is proud to announce the implementation of environmentally sound practices, starting with our move away from single-use bottled water. We recognize the impact that plastic waste has on our environment, and we're excited to introduce a sustainable solution. As many of you know, we installed water filling stations at each of the comfort stations on the golf course, allowing members to refill their reusable containers with refreshing, filtered water. This initiative not only reduces plastic waste but also encourages a more sustainable lifestyle among our community.

2. Powering Ahead with EV Charging Stations In our efforts to support greener transportation options, Sahalee Country Club has installed EV (Electric Vehicle) charging stations at no charge to our valued members.

Whether you're arriving for a round of golf or a social event, you can now conveniently charge your electric vehicle while enjoying all that Sahalee has to offer. This initiative aligns with our commitment to reducing our carbon footprint and promoting sustainable practices.

As a benefit to your membership, we have also added the convenience of the ability to directly charge your membership account for the usage of the stations. Your guests will enjoy the option of being able to charge directly to a credit card of their choice. All of the specific details with be forthcoming next week!

MONTHLY MESSAGE FROM LESLIE LUDLOW, CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER/GM

3. Enhancing Comfort and Efficiency: Restroom Refurbishment We understand the importance of providing modern amenities and facilities that meet the needs of our members. That's why we're thrilled to announce the much-needed refurbishment of our restrooms, aimed at enhancing both comfort and efficiency.

As part of this refurbishment project, we're installing automated faucets to minimize water waste and promote hygiene. Additionally, low-flow toilets will be installed to further reduce water consumption without compromising performance. These upgrades not only improve the member experience but also contribute to our ongoing sustainability efforts.

As we welcome the season of renewal and growth, we invite you to join us in embracing these initiatives that reflect our commitment to environmental responsibility and member satisfaction.

Thank you for your continued support and dedication to Sahalee Country Club. We look forward to sharing more exciting updates with you in the months ahead.

Cheers,

Leslie

MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR DEANN ANDERSON As we embrace the shift into spring this month, our focus on memberships at the club has intensified. Our Membership Committee is actively engaging with new prospects and extending a warm welcome to new members. As we welcome new members into the club, we ensure a seamless integration by offering comprehensive New Member Orientations for both clubhouse and golf facilities.

Our goal is to embrace these newcomers, ensuring they feel fully prepared to indulge in all that Sahalee has to offer – from the thrill of playing on our spectacular golf course to tasty delights, and participating in our vibrant social events. It's in these moments that we eagerly anticipate our members forging lasting memories.

Beyond being a cherished haven for our members, Sahalee evokes delight and admiration when mentioned to friends, colleagues, and even chance encounters. Its rich history and the breathtaking beauty of the course never fail to spark joy and appreciation in those who hear about it. With that said, we’ve strengthened our ties with the Sammamish Chamber, nurturing invaluable connections.

Furthermore, our commitment to expanding our community presence is an ongoing mission, as we actively strive to share the unique allure of Sahalee.

Cheers to an abundance of smiles, swings, and sunny days awaiting us!

Deann

“Putting into the season of sunshine”

SAHALEE WELCOMES NEW PROPRIETARY MEMBERS

Dr. Seungbum Lee and Family

John Culbertson & Margaret Culbertson

Lewis Vincent

EJ Lee

SAHALEE WELCOMES NEW PROPRIETARY MEMBERS

Gina Dunn & Michael Orbach

Hal Matthews

Veronica Mankinen & Brian Mankinen

Perry Hamilton & Lindsay Hamilton

SAHALEE WELCOMES NEW DINING MEMBERS

Murphy Family John, Rio, Penelope, & Jack

Shawn and Mary Lynne Bracewell The Carpenter Family

SAHALEE WELCOMES NEW SOCIAL MEMBERS Mike & Nicole Zinn and Family

Wang Family Wenhan, Wen, Wesley, & Wina Scott Matthews and Family

SAHALEE WELCOMES NEW YOUNG PROFESSIONAL MEMBERS

Simone Family Nicco, Laurel, Luca, River, & Bette

Trevor Rismon

Chris Kim and Sung Chun

Eddie Hahn and Family

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CATHY WALKER First, I want to say how excited I am about being here, the members I have met so far have been so welcoming and truly love their club, and only want the best SCC. We will be gearing up for the season so you will see a lot of new faces on our team that are excited and thrilled to be a part of Sahalee.

In the coming months we will be making some menu changes to improve the quality and consistency of the food. We are looking at introducing Brunch, Lunch, and Dinner menus, so be on the lookout for new items. I am committed to providing exceptional food quality and service to our members.

I cannot express how important the members’ feedback is to the success of Sahalee’s Food and Beverage program. I encourage all members to share their experiences. We have a QR code inside of the check presenter and we will ask two questions; How was your service, and how was your food? This can be completely anonymous, or you may leave your member number or name.

For the week of Master’s starting on April 10th we will be offering $2 Pimento cheese sandwiches and $2 egg salad sandwiches.

We will also have a drink special called the Azalea that consists of Vodka or Gin, pineapple juice, lemon juice and grenadine for $6.

Thank you again for the warm welcome and I look forward to meeting those of you whom I have not met yet.

Cathy

HAPPY EASTER!

EASTER BRUNCH

LETTER FROM PGA DIRECTOR OF GOLF

Bryan Nicholson Well - there has not been too much to discuss from the golf department this past month, has there? With a bit of time following my announcement, I’d like to take a moment to share my thoughts with the membership. So many of you have reached out to express your heartfelt wishes to my family, and I sincerely appreciate all your warm thoughts and notes of gratitude. I came to Sahalee 3 years ago because I firmly believed that I could make a difference and positively impact the lives of this community, elevate the golf operation, and affirm our stature and rightful position amongst the best courses and clubs in the United States. I was aware of some of the challenges that were in front of me, and I accepted and embraced those as part of this opportunity. My personal goals were to reboot the golf operation with attentiveness to all golfing segments within our ecosystem, while elevating the service quotient and brand as best of the Northwest.

The pinnacle of my time at Sahalee has been working with Shawn Quill at KPMG along with Tyler Dion and Scott Heydon to secure our 2024 Women’s PGA Championship. I have been so fortunate to work with KPMG on their golf events over the past decade, and I am delighted they were willing to consider Sahalee once again to host the Women’s PGA Championship. I am beyond excited and grateful for the opportunity to showcase the High Heavenly Ground once again to the golf world. With over 30 hours of television coverage between NBC and The Golf Channel, Sahalee will be broadcasted in the living rooms for millions of families across the globe!

When I reflect upon my time at the Club, I have worked tirelessly to deliver a team culture that would embrace our membership and deliver upon the cornerstones of what I consider to be excellence: golf professionals sharing their passion and love for the game on the course with members, teaching the game, and being proficient in delivering excellence with club fitting. The culture of any organization beats business strategy, and the morale and attitudes are met with friendly smiles and offers to assist with the member experience. The relationships that the golf professional team can foster from being on the course with members, helping them with their game, and helping them to understand how equipment can improve their game is essential to a vibrant golf community. It started with getting the right team members on the “bus” and I have often shared with my peers across the country that we have built an incredible team here at Sahalee. This did not happen overnight, it’s a byproduct of leadership and a vision for what success looks like.

I am equally proud of the work through governance that has been done to position the Sahalee golf operation for success in the future. Our golf events are attended by over 75% of the membership, tee sheet management and refreshed guest policies has provided greater access to members on the course, and the investments in/around the golf amenities and course have elevated service levels at the bag drop, in the practice areas, and on the golf course. The Sahalee Players Championship is off to an excellent start, and the momentum from Year 1 will undoubtedly carry forward for years to come.

I want the membership to know that I have thoroughly enjoyed and embraced my experience here. I feel blessed to have an opportunity to have been part of Sahalee’s history and helped to add another chapter to its illustrious history. The opportunity to join the amazing team at Cherry Hills Country Club is a privilege, and one that I view as a pinnacle opportunity in our industry. As the 8th professional in the 102-year history of CHCC, I can only hope that their membership will embrace me as warmly as all of you in our Sahalee community have during my time here. I’m working on a transition plan and will update the membership once everything has been finalized.

While I still have this audience, I’ll share that our golf activity at the Club has been stronger than average to start the 2024 golf season! Buoyed by great weather, golf in February was up 60% from our 5-year average, and activity on the course is also trending above the 5-year trend as we close out the first quarter of 2024. The El Nino winter has delivered drier and warmer weather!

In early April, all eyes will be on Augusta, Georgia and one of the premier golf events of the year, The Masters. A tradition unlike any other in golf, we are looking forward to hosting the second edition of our very own “Par 3” tournament, on Wednesday, April 10 from 2 – 5 pm. The East Course will be transformed into a par 3, and each contestant’s score will be added to a player they randomly select that is participating in the actual Masters Par 3 tournament. Create your own foursome and enjoy the fun! By the way – we’ve brought back the Masters themed trophies, and they are very cool!

Also, coming up next month in April – we have the kickoff to the SWD season on Tuesday, April 23! The ladies will play 9 holes on the East course with a fun format and lunch to follow.The SMD will return to action with the Spring Field Day and Presidents Cup on Saturday, April 27. The gross champion of the Presidents Cup will receive the exemption into the Punch Bowl later in October.

A quick instructional note to leave you with this month: I was recently on the course with a couple of members (they shall remain nameless to protect the innocent…..)…and I asked them from the fairway, how often is your ball finishing more than 20 yards short of the hole?I don’t think most amateur golfers use ENOUGH club when hitting approach shots. Not choosing enough club (or thinking we hit it further than we do) is one issue, ….but the main culprit is the quality of your strike. Struggling with your irons is NOT a recipe for good scores. If that is you, please find us in the golf shop and let’s get to work on improving this part of your game.

I have a student that “sort of” worked on this by gradually adjusting the yardage he played. As he got further from the hole, he would add more yards to the shot. For example, when he had what he used to play as a 150yard shot, he would play it as 155 yards. When he had what he used to play as 200 yards he would play it as 210 yards. His greens in regulation percentages have greatly improved. I am not saying this is the correct answer or approach, but I am just giving you some food for thought.

One other point to make is if you are coming up short a decent amount WHILE hitting the ball solid, you need to get better at not only picking the right club (and/or adjusting for wind and elevation)!

I hope this will help you as we start to jump into the throes of the 2024 golf season!!

See you on the tee!

Bryan

SMD Founders Cup Saturday, August 24 The Sahalee Men’s Division is excited to announce a new event for 2024 - the Founders Cup. This will be a oneday, 27-hole, team-based event that promises to give golfers the opportunity to compete for the joy of walking up the 18th fairway to the admiration of their competitors and the chance to hoist the inaugural Founders Cup. Team Selection Night The field will consist of 80 players, divided into 8 teams and 2 divisions. Teams will be selected during an NFLstyle draft party using a reverse snake on Thursday, August 22. The 8 lowest handicap players in the field will be pre-designated as team captains and paired with a co-captain, or “A” player. All other players will be seeded into classes “B” through “I” and listed on a selection board. The captains (and co-captains) will draft two players at a time by class until all players are drafted to a team. Each team will consist of one player from each handicap class. Teams will be named after the 8 founding members of Sahalee Country Club: Jonson, Ervin, Wilson, Logan, Proctor, Strand, Lynn, and Wright. Additionally, teams will be split into 2 divisions: North and South.

Format Tournament play will take place on Saturday, August 24, beginning with an 18-hole intra-divisional net stableford format. The teams that accumulate the highest stableford point total from each division will move on to vie for the Founders Cup in a 9-hole 1v1 match play playoff (e.g. Captain vs Captain, “A” player vs “A” player, “B” player vs “B” player, etc.). All 10 members of each team will compete in the 9 hole playoff. The match play playoff will be a scratch event, so no handicaps are used during the final.

Players who do not participate in the playoff are encouraged to remain at the club, grab a cocktail and head to the course to cheer on the final teams. The winning match play team will be named the champions of the Founders Cup! Additionally, the player with the lowest gross score from the morning stableford will be awarded the Little Poison Cup, in honor of Paul Runyan’s nickname, “Little Poison”, due to his deadly short game.

Founders’ Dinner The weekend concludes with the Founders’ Dinner on Saturday evening, which is preceded by Hors d’oeuvres and cocktails to coincide with the playoff. The Men’s Division and the Golf Professional Staff believe this event will be a fun and engaging competition with tremendous interest and demand. Be sure to mark your calendars now!

Water Bottle Program Dear Members, One of our initiatives at Sahalee this golf season is to focus on our sustainability efforts as well as to continue to be good stewards of the Club financials. Last year, the Club used over 100,000 single use plastic water bottles at the Club among our nearly 40,000 rounds of golf. This presents a tremendous opportunity for the Club to eliminate plastic waste and save the membership money in the process.

To be both environmentally and financially responsible, Sahalee will be joining a growing movement among Platinum Clubs and Resorts around the country in moving away from single use plastic water bottles. Effective April 15, the Club will encourage Members and Guests to provide and fill their own bottles for golf course drinking water. Last year, the golf course drinking fountains were removed from the course because the lines that supply the water to them were unfit for consumption. Led by the House Committee, hydration stations were installed in various locations around the Clubhouse and Golf Course. They are located outside the locker rooms near the Golfer’s Grill and are attached to the outside of the restroom areas on-course.

Each of these locations provides chilled and filtered water for members and guests to access.

For those still interested in plastic bottled water, it will be available for purchase in the Clubhouse. Members and Guests are always welcome to bring bottled water from home with them to the Club.

To assist in the transition, the Golf Shop will provide one complimentary plastic water bottle per member. For the first 30 days of this program, we will also provide complimentary water bottles for guests. After this time, these bottles will be available for purchase in the golf shop for $2.50. Our guest information will be updated to reflect this information.

For a more sturdy and longer lasting drinking vessel, the Golf Shop is offering FREE Personalization for a limited time on a Tempercraft stainless-steel bottles. There are multiple color options available, and you can add your name below the Sahalee logo. Orders can be placed online via the link below and will be accepted until Tuesday, April 30.

The cost of the stainless-steel bottles is $20 for the 18 oz and $22 for the 22 oz. If you are interested in purchasing one, click HERE If you have any questions regarding the new water bottle, please contact the golf shop at: golfshop@sahalee.com We appreciate your support in this initiative that has both substantial environmental and financial impact to Sahalee Country Club.

Sincerely, Sahalee Club Management Team

DIRECTOR OF INSTRUCTION PGA

Ryan Benzel STAY CONNECTED

IMPROVE ONE ASPECT OF YOUR GOLF GAME

Please connect with me if you want to improve your game or refine what you already know. Email/call me to setup a lesson at ryan.benzel@sahalee.com or 206-683-0025

The Sahalee Coaching Club is an exclusive access program that is designed over a three-month period to help you take ownership and improve any/all aspects of your golf game. Beginning in April, continuing in May and June/July (extended into July due to KPMG course closure), participants will receive 3 lessons per month and 1 group lesson per month. The 3 lessons can be setup anytime and the group lesson will be on a scheduled day/time.

Individual Lessons can focus on full swing improvement, short game, putting, on-course, or any other aspect. I use V1 Pro HD video for all full swing lessons and we can utilize added technology like launch monitor and pressure mat data to further your learning. Quintic Ball Roll is a state-of-the-art system to dive into your putting stroke and ball performance on the greens, and with a putter accounting for more than 40% of your golf score, putting performance is a huge area to improve. Time on the golf course can also be a vital and unique area to foster improvement, all golfers need to know how strategy and conditions can dramatically affect a round of golf. Finally, equipment is another vital aspect of improvement for anyone joining this program we should perform an equipment check.

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GREAT SHOTS Big congratulations to Brad Shaw for his hole in one on 8 North March 16th!

March 12th begins our official 100-day countdown to the Championship, and momentum is really starting to pick up! Here are your updates for March: Volunteers: As expected, we crossed over the 850-volunteer number. With just 250 spots left to fill, I am highly confident that we will reach our goal. Thanks to the nearly 150 members who have already signed up to volunteer. There’s still room for more, but you’ll need to act quickly! As a reminder, all volunteers receive a week-long pass to the Championship. For members, this includes access to the Member Viewing Area on 4N (hole #13 of the Championship). HERE is a link to register

I’ve been asked a few times for reasons why portions of the course will be closed before and after the Championship, so allow me to address the topic. The closure allows for the final (and safe) installation of infrastructure, while ensuring the golf course will be in pristine condition for the Championship. With 26 hours of national television coverage on The Golf Channel and NBC, our course will be seen by millions worldwide – and it needs to Hospitality Sales: We officially sold the last private table in the be perfect. The closure dates were also part Runyan Club! Our team is also finalizing larger of our contract with the PGA of America and custom experiences with some of the area’s biggest are necessary for hosting major employers. Four groups remain available for the Championships.

Pro-Am on Tuesday, June 18 as well. Based on our South/North will be closed for 13 days, starting increased momentum, we should be on track to hit Wednesday June 12th. It will reopen on Tuesday, June 25th. East is expected to close our hospitality goal.

Should members be interested in an upgraded after Memorial Day and will remain closed for hospitality experience at the Championship, we still a short while after the Championship ends as infrastructure is removed from our campus. have limited all-inclusive Runyan Club tickets available. These tickets provide access to the For perspective, this is the least amount of Runyan Room and Acton Bar in the clubhouse, course closure of any of the majors we’ve where you can literally sit on the patio and watch hosted. In the past, we’ve closed South/North the best in the world practice just 10 feet away. for up to 21 days, and East for an additional Single day Runyan Club tickets are $475 and can be month due to Championship logistics. That purchased HERE. will not be the case this year, as we’ve addressed these concerns by adding new Member Tickets: efficiencies in operating this Championship.

Ticket sales have started slowly, but that is quickly Thank you to all who are supporting this changing. A week-long member ticket is $175 that event, whether you are leading, volunteering includes access to the Sahalee Member Viewing or attending. I am proud of the effort our Area, planned for 4 North (#13 in the club is putting into hosting this Championship), as well as the Championship Championship! grounds June 20-23. Click HERE to purchase Sahalee Member Tickets. Your member number is Tyler Dion your access code. If you have any questions about General Chair tickets or hospitality, please contact TDSahaleeWPGA@gmail.com Callum McLuckie (cmcluckie@pgahq.com).

KPMG WOMEN’S PGA PLAYER SPOTLIGHT

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his month our “March” to the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship, is now inside 100 days! As we get closer to this championship, we are continuing our player introduction series with Nelly Korda!

Nelly is originally from Bradenton, Florida, and comes from a very competitive and athletic family! Her sister, Jessica, is also a professional golfer on the LPGA Tour, while her father, Petr Korda, is a former professional tennis player.

Growing up in the Sunshine State, Jessica and Nelly actively pushed each other to become elite junior golfers and competed in many high-level junior golf tournaments. Some notable accolades in Nelly’s junior golf career included making the cut in the US Women’s Open as a 14year-old, participating in the 2015 Junior Solheim Cup, clinching the title of AJGA Rolex Junior All-American, and winning many notable tournaments such as the Harder Hall and the Ping Invitational.

Nelly gained her professional status as just an 18-year-old in 2016. Over her professional career, she has won a total of 14 professional events, 9 of which have been on the LPGA Tour. In 2021, she had a remarkable year winning 4 professional tournaments, including her first major, the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship at Atlanta Athletic Club! Amongst her accolades includes a gold medal in the Japan Olympic Summer Games representing Team USA! With all these successes, Nelly was ranked #1 in the World Golf Rankings throughout much of that year.

In 2022, Nelly took a hiatus from her golf career due to an injury stemming from a blood clot in her arm. This was followed in 2023 with a troublesome back injury. Even though these injuries took her off the golf course for a while, she has quickly recaptured her amazing form winning, once again. Earlier this year in January, Nelly won the LPGA Drive On Championship and currently holds the #2 World Golf Ranking.

We look forward to hosting Nelly and hopes that she can keep up the positive momentum with her game as she approaches the High Heavenly Ground!

Sahalee Players Championship 2024

By Greg Reese, Tournament Chairman Hello fellow Sahalee members! I’m pleased to announce the return of the Sahalee Players Championship (SPC) which will take place this September 7th and 8th on our amazing golf course. Last year’s event, our first postCOVID SPC, was the first time the tournament was played as an NCAA collegiate event. The weekend was met with enthusiasm, appreciation, and reverence from the players and their families, coaches, volunteers, members, and fans. I’m honored and thrilled to have the opportunity to serve as this year’s tournament chairman.

The SPC has long been an esteemed amateur event in the world of golf, and over its 25+ year history has produced worthy champions and a decorated list of future PGA professionals. Last year was no different as Sahalee and the University of Washington hosted a stellar collegiate field. The field included four of past five national champions and several top ten teams participating. The eventual winner, Preston Summerhays of Arizona State, needed a playoff to fend off Bellevue native Max Herendeen from the University of Illinois to win the title. It was an exciting tournament and the challenging course layout held up very well against many of the top 100 amateur players in the world. Within a three-week span, Summerhays went from winning the Walker Cup at St. Andrews, to winning the SPC, to making the cut at the PGA Tour’s Fortinet Championship!The SPC tournament and our beautiful course was acknowledged multiple times through local media as well as the Golf Channel and Golf Digest coverage of the Fortinet Championship.

We are excited to continue the tradition this year with another stacked field of teams, which includes Washington, Oregon, Oklahoma State, Arizona, North Carolina, Duke, Florida, Northwestern, Texas A&M, TCU, UNLV, and Pepperdine. Half of the field is currently ranked in the NCAA Top 25, including #1 UNC, #5 UW, and #10 Arizona. This truly a world class field of future professional stars who hail from all over the globe.UW’s team alone boasts players from the United States, China, Germany, Taiwan, the Czech Republic, and South Korea. Led by Coach Allan Murray, UW has had a stellar beginning of 2024 and has climbed to a #5 national ranking.

The runway to this year’s event will also include the return of some very popular and fun extras including a SPC Husky Preview Day on June 7th, where Sahalee members will join the UW men’s and women’s golf team and coaches for a round of golf and reception. Additionally, we will look to include the Skills Competition which follows the teams’ practice rounds on Friday, September 6 prior to the championship competition.

As you know, none of this could be possible without the support of the membership to give up your course for 2 ½ days as well as volunteering your valuable time. Whether it’s assuming a role as a course marshal, scorer, team host, working the on-course scoreboards, or one of the several other key roles, our success is made possible from Sahalee members contributing their time and efforts to perpetuate the SPC as a top-tier amateur tournament.Last year we had 100+ Sahalee members in our volunteer program, as well as over 50 from outside the club. Please feel free to personally contact me at any time if you’re interested in assisting this amazing Championship!

As you know, none of this could be possible without the support of the membership to give up your course for 2 ½ days as well as volunteering your valuable time. Whether it’s assuming a role as a course marshal, scorer, team host, working the on-course scoreboards, or one of the several other key roles, our success is made possible from Sahalee members contributing their time and efforts to perpetuate the SPC as a top-tier amateur tournament . Last year we had 100+ Sahalee members in our volunteer program, as well as over 50 from outside the club. Please feel free to personally contact me at any time if you’re interested in assisting in this amazing Championship!

We will have a very busy summer with the added prestige of hosting the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship, along will all our regular member events. The incredible standard we set last year with our generosity and hospitality has been met with rave reviews from our hosted teams and players across the country. While the standards are high, we will work to further add to Sahalee’s reputation as a world class venue.

Before I sign off, I’d like to introduce myself. I’ve been a proud member of Sahalee for the past four years, and I still get thrilled each time I drive up, come around the corner, and see what the pin position is on North #1. I’m west coast born and raised, from Los Angeles to Southern Oregon and eventually Seattle, where I’ve lived since 1992. I served in the U.S. Navy as a Nuclear Engineer and submarine officer. Following my service, I took a job in the aerospace industry, and I’ve been there for the past 25+ years in various program management, analytics, business development, and marketing roles. I’ve been married to my wife, Kristin, for 31 years and have two kids, Anna and Evan, who both ended up at colleges in Southern California (out of state tuition…twice!). I love golf, and I’m a sports nut in general!

I was drawn to Sahalee precisely because of its reputation as a challenging course and championship layout.

When I’m traveling and the subject of our course comes up in conversation, without fail I hear compliments and the ubiquitous “Oh those trees…” No doubt that this year’s women’s major and an elite collegiate tournament will add to the Sahalee mystique, fulfilling our Club Vision, and I’m proud to be a part of it.

Greg Reese SPC Tournament Chair

TURF TALK

Charlie Spring is in the air at Sahalee as golfers (and our cold/wet turf care team) enjoyed the first few seventy-degree days of the year over the past weeks. As the seasons change, so do priorities on the golf course as our team wraps up off-season projects and shifts its focus toward turfgrass conditioning and tournament preparation.

While a few improvement projects like yardage marker replacement and cart path repairs are still yet to come in April and May, I’d like to recognize our dedicated team for the great work they completed over the winter. Hazardous tree removals, tee leveling and returfing, timber feature restoration, irrigation head and drain basin leveling, and understory weed control and bark installation are just a few of the many projects the team took on to improve our course(s) at Sahalee for 2024 and years to come.

KPMG Course Update As we move inside 80 days from the kickoff of the 2024 Women’s PGA Championship at Sahalee, there are several important items to share regarding course/facility availability and access during the lead up to the event. Please note the following dates: May 13th – Course buildup scheduled to begin. As course buildup progresses, holes 1 and 9 on the East golf course may be impacted with modified teeing areas.

May 13th – Natural grass range tee closes for pre-championship recovery. The natural grass tee will be available beginning in mid-April through 5/12.

June 2nd – East golf course to close through Championship for KPMG pavilion, volunteer headquarters, ticketing gates, and media/vendor compound buildup.

June 2nd – Power carts restricted to paths through Championship week.Individuals with current medical exemptions will continue 90-degree cart access as weather allows.

June 12th – Golf course(s) and practice facilities close for duration of Championship.

June 25th – South and North courses and practice facilities reopen for member play.

This year’s Championship requires 13 days of full course closure during advance and Championship weeks compared to 17 days during the 2016 event. The East golf course, which will be most impacted by tournament buildup on in-play areas, will remain closed for a period after the Championship so that temporary structures can be safely removed.

Spring Aerification Beginning 3/18 It’s that time of year again!

With warming weather and our primary golf season quickly approaching, spring aerification is an important process to prepare our turfgrasses and playing surfaces for the season ahead. Aerification, which is the process of opening and loosening soils via mechanical implements, creates channels for water infiltration and gas exchange in plant root-zones and is vital in maintaining healthy turfgrasses. At Sahalee, our aerification programs also incorporate thatch removal processes and heavy sand topdressing across all closely mown turfgrass areas to promote firm surfaces and drainage throughout the season.

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K CORNER SAHALEE AGRONOMY TEAM MARCH 2024

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SAHALEE FITTING DAYS 2024

Company fitting technicians give you the opportunity to be “Custom Fit” just like a Tour Pro!

Saturday, February 3rd - 11 to 4 Saturday, April 3rd - 12 to 5 Friday, May 24th - 10 to 3 Saturday, July 6th - 11 to 4 Wednesday, August 14th - 12 to 5 Saturday, September 21st - 11 to 4

Saturday, February 24th - 11 to 3 Saturday, April 20th - 11 to 4 Saturday, June 8th - 10 to 4 Friday, July 19th - TBD Friday, August 23rd - 10 to 4 Saturday, October 5th - 11 to 3

Wednesday, April 24th - 1 to 5 Wednesday, June 5th - 1 to 5 Wednesday, July 3rd - 1 to 5 Saturday, August 17th - 11 to 3

Friday, April 19th - 1 to 5 Wednesday, May 22nd - 1 to 5 Wednesday, July 10th - 1 to 5

Wednesday, May 29th - 1 to 5 Saturday, August 3rd - 11 to 3

Saturday, May 4th - 11 to 3 Wednesday, July 31st - 1 to 5

SWD Captain Julie Reid We are quickly approaching the 2024 golf season, and great things are underway. Captains Cup is an event played over the course of the season. Players are divided into flights according to their handicaps, and paired up for match play. The tournament is open for registration, and we already have 16 players signed up.

It is a great event, and I encourage you to sign up. Simply go to the Sahalee app, select golf, tournament registration, Women’s Division and 2024 Women’s Captain Cup. There you can register not only for Captains Cup, but the 2024 Women’s Invitational is also open. It’s never too early to secure your partner and get registered. Opening day this year is April 23, 2024. Keep checking back on the app, because the events just keep coming.

A reminder that posting season began on March 1, 2024, so please be sure to post those scores before the end of the day on which you played. Post, post, post. It is an important part of the game to ensure accuracy.

Looking forward to seeing you all very, very soon.

Julie

2024 GOLF CALENDAR

SAHALEE DRESS CODE Our dress code reflects shared values and demonstrates mutual respect for our community and our Sahalee brand.

Adherence to the dress code makes our environment more enjoyable and helps sustain the quality of membership and the standard of excellence upon which Sahalee’s reputation was built.

Members are responsible for advising their guests and family members regarding the dress code. Members, family members and/or guests who are not in compliance with our dress code will be asked to comply either by changing or purchasing appropriate attire in the Pro Shop. Unable or unwilling individuals will be asked to leave the facilities.

The dress code applies to all members, family members and their guests, including children above age 8. Children under the age of 8 should be attired in similar fashion to the guidelines below.

Golf Course & Practice Facilities: All: All individuals utilizing the golf course and golf practice facilities are to observe the following standard of apparel: • Golf slacks, shorts, skorts or dresses are acceptable.

• Collared tops are required. Collars may be traditional folded, turtle or mock turtleneck or blade style • Pullovers, sweaters, and golf-branded hoodies are acceptable • Shirts may be long sleeved, short sleeved or sleeveless so long as they comply with the collar guidelines • Jogger style pants are acceptable so long as they do not have exposed drawstrings, and are of performance athletic fabric (not cotton) • Hats and visors are acceptable, but must be worn bill forward • Closed toe golf shoes are required • Rain gear is acceptable

Not Permitted on golf course or practice facilities: • Denim • T-shirts • Ath-leisure wear not designed for golf • Athletic sweatshirts, sweatpants, sweatsuits or shorts • Cargo pants/shorts • Beach/Pool style flip flops • Branded apparel featuring logos greater than 3” in height

Males: • Shirts must be worn tucked in Females: • Leggings are acceptable only when worn as a layer under a skirt or shorts • Shirts are not required to be tucked in • Skorts and shorts are to be no shorter than mid-thigh • Button front blouses are acceptable • Halter style tops are not permitted • Midriff bearing tops are not permitted Social and Dining Areas: The clubhouse dress code generally follows that of the golf course & practice facilities. In some cases the dress code is less restrictive in the social facilities, see outline below. Otherwise refer to the golf course dress code for appropriate attire at Sahalee: All: • Denim is permitted so long as it is free of distressing • Hats and visors are permitted on the patio and at the bar with bill worn forward. It is encouraged to remove your hat in the Runyan and Pike rooms.

• Golf shoes, casual style shoes and dress sandals are permitted. Rubber (pool style) flip flops are not permitted.

Males: • Tailored, button down shirts do not need to be tucked in Females: • Shirts do not need to be collared Children: • Solid color T-shirts (no graphics) are acceptable • Athletic teamwear (uniforms) are acceptable Special Events: Certain special events will encourage a more formal level of attire, and individuals participating in those events should modify their dress accordingly.

Make & Take at Sahalee Smoked Whiskey Experiene

Candle Making

WELLNESS WEDNESDAY

BATH SALTS & SCRUB

FAMILY NIGHT WITH THE REPTILE LADY

Say hello to SpongeBob Scalepants!

SAHALEE Social Events

April

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May

June

Mahjong Have you ever wanted to learn to play Mahjong?

Please join us and learn one of the worlds oldest games. It’s never too late to learn something new.

We start with lunch at 11:30 on Wednesdays followed by Mahjong.

Contact Patricia Domine at 425-241-8506 or p_domine@hotmail.com to RSVP or for more information.

Host your event at Sahalee We are excited to welcome you to Sahalee and invite you to host any kind of event here! Our facility can accommodate small meetings, corporate parties, and even large banquets in our elegantly renovated ballroom.

You and your guests can enjoy a delicious meal from our new catering menu, along with special cocktails that we have created with much care. Enjoy the elegant background of our renovated interiors while hosting your events.

We’re sure you’ll make wonderful memories here at Sahalee. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or would like more information. We look forward to having you with us soon!

Space

Capacity

Founders Room

5 - 15

Pike Room

5 - 20

North Sahalee Ballroom

20-60

South Sahalee Ballroom

50-150

Grand Sahalee Ballroom

75-220

The following amenities are included!

Tables, chairs, linens, china, silverware, glassware, table numbers, AV, dance floor, tea, coffee, and more!

Contact Sarah Frantz Director of Events and Communications sarah@sahalee.com

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