The Arrowhead - December 2022

THE ARROWHEAD

SCIOTO’S MISSION STATEMENT

Purpose To Enrich the Lives of its Members

Values Mutual Respect for All Tradition and Rich Golf Heritage Fiscal Responsibility

Vision Scioto is Committed to being the Premier Country Club in the Nation

2023 OFFICERS

Dr. Robert R. Bahnson President

Daniel P. Lhota Vice President Michael D. Martz Secretary Joseph B. Hayek Treasurer

TRUSTEES

Joseph F. Murray Past President Joseph F. Bettendorf Board Member Jeffrey T. DeLeone Board Member Mark A. Wagenbrenner Board Member Michael C. Zid Board Member

MANAGEMENT STAFF

Gregory P. Wolf, CCM, CCE General Manager gwolf@sciotocc.com

Matt Livingston Assistant General Manager mlivingston@sciotocc.com

Joe Falardeau Head Golf Professional jfalardeau@sciotocc.com

Bob Becker Golf Course Superintendent bbecker@sciotocc.com

Tim Viton Executive Chef tviton@sciotocc.com Konni Guitry Controller kguitry@sciotocc.com

Craig Meyers Athletic Director cmeyers@sciotocc.com

Diana O’Brien Events Director dobrien@sciotocc.com

Josh Miller Aquatics Director jmiller@sciotocc.com

Lisa Garrett Administrative Assistant/ lgarrett@sciotocc.com Membership

Megan Davey Member Billing mdavey@sciotocc.com

Stacy Dowiatt Accounts Payable sdowiatt@sciotocc.com

Don Sargent Teaching Professional dsargent@sciotocc.com

Denny English Racquets Professional djpenglish@yahoo.com

Dining Reservations reservations@sciotocc.com

Clubhouse 486-4341 Fitness 485-1132 Reservations 488-CLUB Pool 486-9211 Golf Shop 486-1039 Tennis 486-0636

FROM THE PRESIDENT

I am privileged to be a member of Scioto Country Club and enjoy its facilities, services, and camaraderie. The engaging relationships formed with fellow members and staff make for a compelling member experience. I am honored to contribute, as many have selflessly in the past, to our Board of Trustees; especially as it pertains to serving as president for the coming months.

What is the origin of the word club? The primary definition, and first usage of the word according to The Oxford English Dictionary (O.E.D.), is a heavy stick or staff for use as a weapon. It is not until the fifteenth entry, the O.E.D. describes a different club; an association of persons, (admittance into which is usually guarded by ballot) formed mainly for social purposes, and having a building appropriated to the exclusive use of the members and always open to them as a place of resort. Clubs, in this sense, were a prominent feature of English life in the 17th and 18th century. In fact, the “Best Club in London” was the jocular name for the House of Commons. Later, near the end of the 19th century, the term country club appeared and connoted an establishment with extensive grounds, often including a golf course. It was usually in a suburban area providing a wealthy or leisured lifestyle.

By definition, Scioto is not a cudgel or an instrument to aid malevolence. It is clearly an association of persons (i.e., a club) and more specifically it is a country club with extensive grounds for athletic and social engagement. While the O.E.D. is instructive and authoritative according to linguists, a dictionary is uninformative about patterns of behavior or the social mores of a group of people. Those practices create an atmosphere, an ethos, a culture. Previous leaders of Scioto Country Club have codified an aspirational club culture characterized by mutual respect for all. As an extension the board of trustees have established

a traditions committee to maintain our heritage and improve the appreciation of our staff and fellow members. The committee has begun a studied, careful effort to enumerate a conducive code of conduct which will guide and help the membership understand the club’s expectations.

We are extremely fortunate to have an exceptional staff at Scioto Country Club. They go above and beyond for the holiday season. The staff provides a warm, hospitable venue for the celebrations of Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year. I would encourage you to thank them for their tireless efforts. Please come and enjoy the décor and the festivity of the season. I hope to see you all there. Happy Holidays!

Robert R. Bahnson President

Dear Members of Scioto:

The Annual Meeting of the voting membership was held this past month. The approval of the additional three (3%) percent dues increase will be reflected on your December statements. The voting members also approved an addition to the Code of Regulations to have an Architect of Record for the golf course and approved some clarifications of existing statutes for Leave of Absence and members in the wait pool for Full Membership. The Code of Regulations is available to all members on the website.

December is a special month at the Club with the holiday and family activities. By the time of this newsletter, the Club should be decorated in holiday splendor. We just completed a memorable Gingerbread House decorating weekend with 400 houses and nearly 1,600 family members enjoying this holiday tradition to kick off the season (see Chef Tim’s stats). Thanksgiving dinner served to 330 at the Club, along with the 120 “Turkey to-go” orders is a remarkable achievement by Chef Tim Viton, Matt Livingston, and their staff. It is an incredible amount of food prepared by our culinary team to help make the holiday special for the membership. Visits with Santa, Santa Brunches, Candlelight Dinners with the Upper Arlington H.S. performers, the Member Holiday Party and the various member sponsored parties are part of the upcoming busy month.

As always, I want to thank the membership for their generous support of our staff with the annual Holiday Fund, which will be shared with nearly 200 staff members. I am amazed yearly how this membership supports the Evans Scholarship Fund, the Holiday and Emergency funds for staff and most recently the employee scholarship fund. It is incredibly important as it differentiates Scioto as an employer of choice. The staff also looks for ways to help those less fortunate as we adopt an elementary school and try to supply needed basic comforts for the children in need. If you would like to assist our effort, clothing and food bins are located at the receptionist area and in the fitness center.

As our leadership has changed, and new committees are formed, I would like to thank the member volunteers who give of their time and energy to assist our staff in operating and directing our Club. There are nearly 100 members involved on the various committees which provide valuable insight from constituencies in the membership which enables input to the Trustees and staff. The newly formed committees are listed on the website.

With all the festivities occurring this month, if you are hosting guests at the Club, please remind them of the dress codes and cell phone usage policies. Please double check your reservations made on ForeTees for the Holiday events such as visits with Santa or Candlelight Dinners. The Member Holiday Party is a wonderful event for our members and their adult family members or family guests. We hope you enjoy the splendor of the season and I hope the Club adds to your family’s holiday traditions.

On behalf or our leadership team, our staff members, and our families, we are thankful for being a part of this wonderful Club. We wish you all a safe and wonderful Holiday Season and the best wishes for a fabulous 2023.

General Manager & COO

On October 30, 2022, the Upper Arlington High School Men’s and Women’s Water Polo Teams captured the State Championship title for the second year in a row. Noteworthy to SCC are the number of SCC member kids on the team who came up through our SCC Swim Program.

Girls Boys

Emmy Campbell Ben Campbell

Ceci Croci

Ella Dean

Violet Houser

Naomi Maurer

Caden Colombo

Jack Colombo

Charlie Thackery

This is the first time that the boys and girl’s teams have won the State Championship together back-to-back. It was a good weekend to be a Golden Bear and a Scioto Shark!

SPECIAL EVENTS

HOLIDAY BRUNCH BUFFETS

Sunday, December 4

Saturday, December 17

Sunday, December 11 Sunday, December 18

10:00 am – 1:00 pm

Adults ~ $34++ per person | Children ~ $15++ per person You MUST call 488-CLUB to make reservations for this event. (48-Hour Cancellation)

**This is separate event from “Visit with Santa Claus”** There are limited spots available for “Visits with Santa”. Please check ForeTees or call 488-CLUB to check for availability.

ADULT HOLIDAY MEMBER PARTY

Friday, December 23 | 6:30 pm – 10:00 pm

Join all your friends for this annual tradition!

Come to the Club and relax before the “big day” and join us for the most festive adult event of the year while enjoying the stunning beauty of the Club’s elegant holiday decorations!

Entertainment, cocktails and heavy hors d’oeuvres provided

$70++ per member | $90++ per Guest *

*Adult Children, Family Guests and Out-of-Town Guests Only Reservations can be made on ForeTees | 48-Hour Cancellation

ADULT NEW YEAR’S EVE DINNER

IN

THE 1916 GRILLE & ROSS ROOM

Saturday, December 31 | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Special Menu will be offered (Regular menu will not be available)

Your Choice of Soup OR Salad, Main Entrée & Dessert

Lobster Bisque, Brussels Sprouts Caesar Salad, or Ice Spinach Salad

Entrées

8 oz. Maine Lobster Tail

6 oz. Filet Mignon

Wagyu Strip Loin Steak

Pork Tenderloin

Scallops

Venison Wellington

Sweet Potato Gnocchi

Moroccan Spiced Petite Lamb Shank

Reservations Required | Make Reservations on ForeTees or call 488-CLUB (48-Hour Cancellation)

No A la Carte Dining or Carry-out will be available on this evening

DINING

HEITZ WINE DINNER

Wednesday, January 25 | 6:00 pm

Please join Midwest Regional Sales Manager, Joanne Schmidt as we enjoy a dinner paired with wines from iconic Napa Valley winery, Heitz Cellars. In the late 1950’s, Joe Heitz helped usher in California’s modern wine making era when he purchased an 8.5 acre vineyard just south of St. Helena from Leon Brendel and planted Grignolino. When Heitz Cellars was established in 1961, it was during a period when the population of Napa Valley had been reduced to the lowest number since prohibition at what is considered a turning point in Napa’s wine industry.

$195++ person

Sign-up on ForeTees | (48-Hour Cancellation)

Seating Limit: 50

FUN FACTS FROM EXECUTIVE CHEF TIM VITON

Executive Chef Tim Viton, along with his culinary team, have been very busy in the kitchen and pastry kitchen preparing for the holidays for our members to enjoy. Here are some fun facts to show the incredible amount of preparation it takes for the Gingerbread event and Thanksgiving Holiday:

Gingerbread House Preparations

• 1,000 lbs. of flour

• 300 lbs. brown sugar

• 120+ lbs. of margarine

• 325 lbs. egg whites

• 1,625 lbs. powdered sugar

Thanksgiving Preparations included:

• 132 turkeys

• 1,200 lbs. potatoes

• 170 lbs. green beans

• 65 gallons gravy

• 249 pies

Chocolate Christmas sculpture created by Executive Pastry Chef Ashley Cutrona with the help of her assistant Pam Foss. This sculpture is solid chocolate and weighs 20 lbs., and it took approximately 3 weeks to complete. It is very delicate, so please refrain from touching.

A NOTE FROM OUR GOLF PROFESSIONAL

5 Key USGA Rule Changes for the 2023 Golf Season

1. Replacing Damaged Clubs

4. Handicap on Scorecard

Players in stroke play event will now no longer be required to put their correct handicaps on scorecards for tournament play. This responsibility will fall on the tournament committee to make sure the correct handicaps for each player will be on the cards and the event will be scored correctly. Under the old rule, players were responsible for making sure that the handicap that was on the card is correct for the event.

Joe Falardeau, PGA Head Golf Professional

If your club has been damaged during a round (except in cases of abuse) you may replace, repair, or continue to use it. Under the old rule, players that had a club become damaged or not usable would not be able to fix or replace the club until the end of the round. Now, players that have a damaged club (excluding cases of abuse) may replace or repair the club during a round.

2. Ball Moved by Natural Forces

When a players ball comes to rest after taking a drop and then rolls into another part of the course due to natural causes, there is no penalty, and you must replace it. Rickie Fowler was in the Waste Management Open at TPC Scottsdale and hit his ball into the penalty area on the 11th hole. He took a drop and his ball came to rest. While assessing his next shot, his ball rolled back into the water again. Under the old rule, Fowler was assessed another penalty shot resulting in him taking a triple bogey. With the rule change, Fowler would have been able to replace his dropped ball with no penalty shot.

3. Simplified Back-On-Line Relief

When players hit their ball into a lateral penalty area, they have a couple of options. One of those options is to take the point of entry into the penalty area and the pin and the player can go back on that line as far as they want. The change to this rule allows the player move flexibility with the drop. This has been done to ensure greater consistency across all relief procedures, making it simpler for players to know where and how to drop a ball.

5. Modifications for Players with Disabilities

These Modified Rules cover the categories of disability and associated challenges that have been identified to date as appropriate for modifying the Rules of Golf to serve the purpose of enabling players with disabilities to play on a fair basis with all other players. As is the case with the Rules of Golf generally, these Modified Rules are regularly reviewed for possible revision on a periodic basis. If Committees or players believe that other authorized modifications should be considered, they should contact the USGA.

Many players have physical limitations that may result in some degree of disability and that may affect their ability to play the game. Examples include players who are partially sighted and players who have difficulty gripping a club because of severe arthritis. The above Modified Rules do not specifically apply to such players.

Joe Falardeau, PGA Head Golf Professional

The holidays are here and the Golf Shop at Scioto Country Club is the place to find that perfect gift you have been looking for. We have new sweaters and outerwear for the winter as well as new.

Holderness & Bourne

The Ward is their classic crewneck sweater, featuring a diamond jacquard knit pattern for elevated style. Updated with a premium Egyptian cotton (spun and finished in Italy) for enhanced softness and durability.

The Sullivan snap-button pullover features buttery soft fabric, diamond-quilted insulation, and contrasting trim for a classic look.

Mizzen & Main

We have new styles of the Mizzen & Main Leeward Dress Shirt. This is the most light-weight and breathable dress shirt they have ever made. It has superior quick-dry properties with a wrinkle free, 4-way stretch material that works in any environment. Also this winter we have brought in the Cassady mock sweater from Mizzen & Main. This sweater is made of 60% EcoVera and 40% Terry Nylon. This allows for the sweater to stay soft and comfortable while also remaining durable.

Updated Sale on Select Men’s Shirts

For those that haven’t been in recently, we have updated our sale rack as well. For a limited time, members can get select men’s shirts buy 1 for 40% off, buy 2 for 50% off or buy 3 or more for 60%.

GOLF SHOP HOLIDAY SALE PARTY

This is a wonderful opportunity to shop for loved ones or yourself during the holiday season.

Complimentary drinks and heavy hors d’oeuvres will be available while you shop.

Complimentary gift-wrapping services available

Friday, December 2 | 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

EVANS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

Save the Date – January 12, 2023

The 2022-2023 Ohio Selection Meeting will be held at Scioto Country Club. Candidates will be interviewed for the Evans Scholarship. Please mark your calendar – Members are encouraged to attend.

Ohio Caddie Academy – New this coming Summer, 2023!

The Western Golf Association (WGA) established the WGA Caddie Academy in Chicago in 2012 to provide summer caddie opportunities to at-promise high school female students who ultimately hope to pursue a full tuition and housing Evans Scholarship. Through the Caddie Academy, students have the chance to earn money, meet role models and learn invaluable life lessons on the golf course. After successfully completing three summers, they become eligible to apply for the Evans Scholarship, a full tuition and housing college scholarship. To date, more than 100 graduates of the Caddie Academy have been awarded Evans Scholarships since the Program began in 2012.

Success of the WGA Caddie Academy in Chicago has led to growth and expansion with the launch of a Boys Caddie Academy in Chicago as well as chapters in Pennsylvania, Seattle and Minnesota. Through the generosity of a group of supporters, the WGA will be establishing a partnership in Columbus. We are thrilled to announce that Scioto Country Club will be hosting participants for the first WGA Ohio Caddie Academy in the summer of 2023.

The program at Scioto Country Club will run for seven weeks from mid-June through the first weekend in August. We expect to have four to six female participants from the state of Ohio who will caddie in 2023. In addition to caddying, participants will have access to special programming, mentoring, guest speakers, field trips and a book club, along with personal and professional development. Applicants will qualify for the Caddie Academy by demonstrating excellent academics, outstanding leadership and strong character. All applicants must reside in Ohio, be in their freshman year of high school and demonstrate significant financial need and lack easy access to a nearby caddie program.

GOLF VIDEO

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JUNIOR GOLF

JUNIOR CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP

11 and Under Division

Champion ~ Max Humphreys

Runner-Up ~ Eva Emerson 3rd Place ~ Case Cheney

Girls 15 - 18

Champion ~ Mary Murray Runner-Up ~ Gina DeLeone

CONGRATULATIONS

12 - 14 Division

Champion ~ Jack Woods Runner-Up ~ Rocco Humphreys

Boys 15 - 18

Champion ~ Brady Catalano Runner-Up ~ Dylan Cullman

TO COACH YODER!

Chris Yoder accepted the 2022 SOPGA Teacher/Coach of the Year on a special evening in early November as he was surrounded by family, colleagues, friends and mentors.

Congratulations Chris!

RACQUETS

Men’s Paddle Tennis Member-Guest Participants (L to R) - Scott Davidson (G), Scott Lundregan (M), Lee Harcourt (M), Wally Bradley (G), Max Rosenthal (M), Sean Dunn (G), Steve Thompson (M), Amresh Gonela (G). Men’s Paddle Tennis Member-Guest Champs

Runners-Up (L to R) Champions Sean Dunn (G) and Max Rosenthal (M) Runners-Up Steve Thompson (M) and Amresh Gonela (G)

PADDLE TENNIS DECEMBER SCHEDULE

Men’s Night ~ 6:30 pm

Every Thursday

December 1 December 8 (Member-Member)

December 15 December 22 December 29

Ladies Night ~ 6:30 pm Tuesday, December 6 (Member-Member) Tuesday, December 20

Learn to Play Clinic

4.0 Paddle Team Match ~ 12:00 pm Sunday, December 11

Men’s Old Pal Tournament Sign-up with a partner by December 15 First Round matches begin week of December 19

Men’s “A” Paddle Championship Sign-up with a partner by December 15

DECEMBER PADDLE TENNIS CLINICS

Beginner & Intermediate Clinic

Shot of the Week Clinic

Every Monday

Every Tuesday

Every Thursday 9:00 am - 10:30 am 10:00 am - 11:00 am

9:00 am - 10:00 am

Sign-up on ForeTees for all events and court play (24-Hour cancellation policy applies)

PADDLE VIDEO

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AQUATICS

ADULT SWIMMING BOOTCAMP

Join us for this total-body, high-intensity workout session that combines hard swimming, in-water workouts, and on-land exercises!

Saturday, December 10

9:30 am - 10:30 am

$30 per person

18 Years and Older. Sign-up now on the Aquatics ForeTees (24-hour cancellation)

LAP POOL HOURS

Fall/Winter

Monday-Thursday 6:00 am - 1:00 pm Adult Lap Swim Only 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Open Swim

Friday 6:00 am - 1:00 pm Adult Lap Swim Only 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm Open Swim

Saturday 11:00 am - 5:00 pm Open Swim

Sunday 11:00 am - 4:00 pm Open Swim

Pool Hours

During Holiday Break

Friday, December 23

6:00 am - 10:00 am Adult Lap Swimming 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Open Swim

Saturday, December 24 - Monday, December 26 CLOSED

Tuesday, December 27 - Thursday, December 29

6:00 am - 10:30 am Adult Lap Swimming 9:00 am - 10:30 am Swim Team Practice (3 lanes) 10:30 am - 6:00 pm Open Swim

Friday, December 30

6:00 am - 10:00 am Adult Lap Swimming 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Open Swim

Saturday, December 31 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Open Swim

Sunday, January 1 - Monday, January 2 CLOSED

FITNESS

HAPPENINGS IN FITNESS

Throughout November we held our annual Thanksgiving Food Drive to benefit the Mid-Ohio Foodbank. For the past two years we have set a goal to collect more food than Craig Meyers’s best squat, which is 804.5 lbs. In each of those past two years we have exceeded that goal; however, this year we went well beyond our goal and set a record of 1,053 lbs. collected! We take great pride in our ability to provide food for our communities and for those in need, and we would like to thank all the members and employees who donated food and money to this year’s drive. We would not have been able to collect 1,053 lbs. without you!

Our Junior Golf Fitness program has started off strong, with each session filled to maximum capacity. Both David Gattshall and Chris Yoder have done a phenomenal job in preparing for and putting together the Junior Golf Fitness program, and their work is being shown through the progress that the Juniors have already made through the first four weeks of their program. The infamous Black Friday Beatdown challenge featured much participation, with several members working off their Thanksgiving stuffing and competing for the best score!

For December, we will be hosting our annual Giving Tree, which will be benefiting Camp Christmas in Marysville. Camp Christmas is an event where the Marysville community comes together for a fun night of food and music, in addition to giving parents the opportunity to “shop” for presents to gift their kids for Christmas. Our goal is to provide these gifts for the “shop” so that families in need can pick their own presents free of charge and have gifts for their kids to open on Christmas day.

We will also be introducing a new Group Exercise class to the schedule: “Strong Core & Pelvic Floor with Kirsten,” on Mondays and Wednesdays at 10:00am! This class is specially designed for women to help rebuild and strengthen the core and the muscles of the pelvic floor and is great for women following pregnancy and for those experiencing long-term issues due to injury or age. We will also continue to feature new healthy snack and smoothie items in the Fitness lobby, with several snacks being freshly baked and provided by Posty’s Pastries.

Happy Holidays and we look forward to serving you at the Fitness Center!

FITNESS VIDEO

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DECEMBER 2022

SUN MON TUES WEDS THURS FRI SAT

1 2 3

Prime Rib Golf Shop Holiday Party Sale 5:00p - 8:00p

Holiday Buffet

10:00a - 1:00p

Visit with Santa (one five-minute visit with family) 9:00a - 2:00p

Candlelight Dinner

6:30 ~ Dinner; 7:30 ~ UAHS Performance

5

Clubhouse Closed Family Center Closed Golf Shop Closed Men’s Grille Opens at 4:00p

6

Beginner & Intermediate Paddle Tennis Clinic 10:00a - 11:00a

Ladies Paddle Member-Member 6:30p

7

Chicken Paprikash 8 Men’s Paddle Member-Member 6:30p

9

Mistle-Toast 6:30p

10

Adult Swimming Bootcamp 9:30a - 10:30a

Prime Rib

11

Holiday Buffet

10:00a - 1:00p Visit with Santa (one five-minute visit with family) 9:00a - 2:00p

Candlelight Dinner

6:30 ~ Dinner; 7:30 ~ UAHS Performance

12

Clubhouse Closed Family Center Closed Golf Shop Closed Men’s Grille Opens at 4:00p

Candlelight Dinner 6:30 ~ Dinner; 7:30 ~ UAHS Performance

13

Beginner & Intermediate Paddle Tennis Clinic 10:00a - 11:00a

14

Beef Bourguignon 15 Men’s Paddle Tennis 6:30p

16

Licklider OneHole Shoot-out 12p~Lunch; 1p~Start

17 Holiday Buffet 10:00a - 1:00p Visit with Santa (one five-minute visit with family) 9:00a - 2:00p Prime Rib 18

Holiday Buffet

10:00a - 1:00p

Visit with Santa (one five-minute visit with family) 9:00a - 2:00p

Family Candlelight Buffet

6:30 ~ Dinner; 6:30-8 ~ OSU Alumni Men’s Glee Club

19

Clubhouse Closed Family Center Closed Golf Shop Closed Men’s Grille Opens at 4:00p

20

Beginner & Intermediate Paddle Tennis Clinic 10:00a - 11:00a Ladies Paddle Tennis 6:30p

21

Glazed Half Chicken

22 Men’s Paddle Tennis 6:30p

23

Adult Holiday Party 6:30p - 10:00p No A la Carte dinner or carryout will be available

26 All Facilities CLOSED

27

Beginner & Intermediate Paddle Tennis Clinic 10:00a - 11:00a

28

Buffalo Shrimp Tacos

29

Family New Year’s 5:00p - 7:30p No A la Carte dinner or carryout will be available

30 31

24 Christmas Eve All Facilities CLOSED 25 Christmas All Facilities CLOSED

Clubhouse Closed Until 5:00p

Adult New Year’s Dinner 5:00p-8:00p special menu only No A la Carte dinner or carryout will be available