2025 BOG OFFICERS
President Will Morgan
President Elect Doug Saunders
Immediate Past President Ladson Montgomery
Secretary...........................................Jim Tilbrook
Treasurer.................................... Bucky Buchanan
CLUB MANAGEMENT
General Manager Stephen Whitson stephen whitson@sjccjax com
Chief Financial Officer............................Brian Nay brian.nay@sjccjax.com
Member Billing Cydnie Forrest cydnie forrest@sjccjax com
Director of Membership Sales Amanda Anderson amanda anderson@sjccjax com
Marketing & Communications.....Savannah Watson savannah.shettler@sjccjax.com
Executive Chef Michael Ayres michael ayres@sjccjax com
Director of Catering.....................Brittany Williams brittany.williams@sjccjax.com
Food & Beverage Manager Jessica Burns jessica burns@sjccjax com
Superintendent Josh Urbanec josh urbanec@sjccjax com
Director of Golf...............................Todd Bork, PGA todd bork@sjccjax com
Head Golf Professional Josh Wolfe, PGA josh wolfe@sjccjax com
Director of Tennis Marie Waller marie waller@sjccjax com
Director of Fitness & Aquatic Randy Woodrum randy woodrum@sjccjax com
HOURS OF OPERATION
Clubhouse (904)-733-2020
Tuesday & Sunday- 10:00am to 6:00pm
Wednesday-Saturday- 10:00am to 9:00pm Monday- Clubhouse Closed
Donald Ross Dining Room (904)-733-2020 ext. 360
Tuesday & Sunday- 11:00am-3:00pm
Wednesday-Saturday- 11:00am-3:00pm & 5:00pm-9:00pm
*Bar service will continue one hour past food service. Tuesday & Sunday the bar closes at 6:00pm Monday- Dining Closed
Men's Lounge
(904)-733-2020 ext. 147
Tuesday-Sunday- 10:00am-4:00pm Closed Monday
Golf Course & Practice Facilities (904)-733-2020 ext. 131
Tuesday-Sunday- 8:00am to Dusk Closed Monday
Golf Shop
(904)-733-2020 ext. 131
Tuesday-Sunday- 7:00am-6:00pm Closed Monday
Tennis Pro Shop (904)-733-2020 ext. 139
Monday-Friday- 8:00am-7:00pm
Saturday- 8:00am-5:00pm Sunday- 10:00am-5:00pm
Fitness Center (904)-733-2020 ext. 121
Monday-Friday- 5:00am-8:30pm Saturday- 8:00am-6:00pm Sunday- 10:00am-5:00pm
Cubs Corner (904)-431-0116
Monday-Friday - 8:00am-2:00pm and 3:00pm-8:00pm Saturday- 8:00am-2:00pm Kids Club Dinner- Fridays- 6:00pm-10:00pm, Reservations Required
FROM THE PRESIDENT
Dear Members,
Happy New Year!
It’s an honor to serve as your president in 2025, a year that marks the 100th anniversary of our Donald Ross golf course I look forward to working alongside our Board of Governors, our General Manager and all of you to continue fulfilling our club’s mission of providing a high-quality, family-oriented country club experience
For my family and me, San Jose Country Club has been a place of friendship and celebration for many of life’s major milestones I am committed to preserving the values and enhancing the traditions that make our club a special part of all our lives
I would like to thank Ladson Montgomery and the outgoing Board members for their leadership and contributions to our club Their hard work has laid the foundations for many of the initiatives we embrace and enjoy today To our incoming Board members, thank you for stepping forward to serve – I look forward to collaborating with you.
Over the past year, the Board thoughtfully developed a strategic roadmap to guide the future of our club with purpose and planning. This document is our commitment to continuously elevate the value and benefits of being a member at San Jose Country Club It reflects the input and feedback of our members, staff and industry professionals, and is designed to ensure San Jose Country Club remains a premier destination for golf, family and fellowship. You will begin to see the first steps of our strategic plan coming to life in the months ahead, and it is available on our website for you to preview under Club Resources. We’ll host informational meetings throughout January and February to introduce the details to you.
In addition to executing the strategic plan, fiscal responsibility, transparency and open communication with membership remain priorities for our Board of Governors and staff leadership It’s important you stay engaged, share your thoughts with these representatives, and join us in celebrating all the progress made along the way to enrich the member experience It’s our collective passion and efforts that will continue to make San Jose Country Club a place we are all proud to call a home away from home
As we kick off this milestone year, let’s continue to embrace a future of growth, excellence and community together at San Jose Country Club I invite you to participate in the broad calendar of events planned for January From golf outings to social gatherings and family activities, theres something for everyone to enjoy and build lasting connections
Heres to a remarkable chapter in our club’s history and unforgettable memories!
Warm regards,
Will Morgan San Jose Country Club President
MEMBERSHIP MATTERS JANUARY EDITION
As we close 2024 and eagerly look ahead to 2025, I want to take a moment to reflect on this tremendous year we’ve had and share my excitement about what lies ahead for San Jose Country Club.
I am absolutely thrilled to have joined the San Jose Country Club staff this past year, and I am grateful for the warm welcome I received. It has been a pleasure getting to know many of you, and I want to extend a heartfelt thank you to the members of the Membership Committee who were instrumental in helping me adjust to my new role. A special thank you goes to: John Ambrose, Alex Burton, Chris Chapman, Jessie Hedrick, Kimberley Holland, Jamie Olinto, Doug Saunders, Dawn Siebenhaar, Melinda Stivers, and Connie Turner. Your guidance, support and willingness to answer questions has been invaluable to me as I’ve settled into this position.
2024 has been a wonderful year for San Jose country Club, especially in terms of our new members We welcomed 44 new members this year, 10 more than 2023 This growth is a testament to the strength of our community, and we are thrilled to continue expanding and bringing new faces into the community
The Membership Committee has worked hard to establish a standing Legacy Program for the club This Legacy Program will continue through 2025 This program has already made a significant impact, and we are excited to offer it as a continuing opportunity for members to share the benefits with their family members Legacy Program Details:
The Legacy Program is available to all current members’ children, grandchildren, parents, and grandparents, with initiation fees set as follows based on the membership level:
Full Membership - $25,000 (a $10,000 discount)
Junor Membership - $15,000 (a $10,000 discount)
Sports Membership - $5,000 (a $10,000 discount)
House Membership - $2,5000 (a $5,000 discount)
This program honors the long-standing history of our club while encouraging the next generation of families to join our community. If you have any dependents who are nearing the age of 26, please remember that they will “roll off” the membership at that time. This is a great opportunity to get them involved now!
I want to thank you for all of your continued support and involvement in the club If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me directly at Amanda anderson@sjccjax com or 904-737-9064 I am looking forward to make 2025 an even more successful year!
Cheers,
Amanda Anderson
Membership Director
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
Jamil Neshewat - Junior Full
Lynda Ferris - National
Fritz, Lindsey & Porter Braren - Full Sports
Sean, Kendall, Burke & Marlowe Valliere - Sports
Brooks, Courtney, Charlotte & Parker McCormick - Transitional 4
Teddy, Catherine & Ward Foster - Transitional 4
Thatcher & Melissa Madelly - Junior Full
Taylor, Madison, Landry & Jones
Llyod - Junior Sports
On behalf of San Jose Country Club, our thoughts and prayers go out to these families during this difficult time.
Kinsey
EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES
SUNDAY // JANUARY 19
SATURDAY
FOOD & BEVERAGE NEWS & EVENTS
SAN JOSE HAPPY HOUR
TUESDAY-SATURDAY
3:00pm-6:00pm
Greetings San Jose Country Club Members,
As we step into the New Year, we are thrilled to introduce some exciting new features for our members! We’re kicking things off with one of your favorites: Prime Rib Night!
In addition to this, we will continue our popular family nights, featuring themed events such as Surf & Turf Buffets, $5 Burger Nights, and much more
We’re also excited to announce a brand new event: a Las Vegas-themed buffet paired with an Adult Golf Comedy Show by Golf Digests New Funny Guy, Ara Anton! Be sure to register for these events, as they are not to be missed.
Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to serving you throughout the New Year!
Warm regards,
Michael Ayres, Executive Chef & The Entire Culinary Staff
GOLF NEWS AND EVENTS
ar San Jose Members,
we enter the New Year here at the golf shop, we ’ re excited to share some important reminders updates with you Please note that all 2024 guest passes expired on December 31, 2024 Be e to purchase your new 2025 passes to continue saving money on your guest fees!
ngratulations to Kathryn Cusick Dougan for being the overall champion of the 61st annual San e Ladies Invitational! What an impressive achievement!
A gentle reminder: push carts and golf bags are not permitted in the golf shop hallway. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping our space clear.
January 4th MGA KICK-OFF
The annual short game championship is set to begin on January 4th to kick off the new year Additionally, the MGA kick-off and MGA Ryder Cup will take place on January 10th and 11th On January 11th, there will also be a significant golf shop sale featuring San Jose merchandise, so feel free to stop by and check it out
For those interested in introducing golf to younger players, the SNAG Junior Golf program offers a great opportunity to get kids started at an early age Be sure to look at the available dates in January
We look forward to a wonderful new year and hope to see you out on the course!
GOLF SHOP SALE
January 11th MGA RYDER CUP
January 11th SNAG JUNIOR GOLF
If you have any questions or need any assistance please email todd bork@sjccjax com or call the golf shop at (904)-733-2020 ext 131
Best Regards,
Todd Bork Golf Shop Management
SNAG JUNIOR GOLF
January 18th & 25th
February 1st
January 10th DIVOT FILLING PARTY
February 25th
Dear San Jose Members,
Happy New Year!
As the weather continues to change, Poa will become increasingly problematic. The attached picture shows Poa breakthrough on the ninth tee. Our Golf Course Management (GCM) team has been working diligently to keep Poa under control. Still, due to resistance to safe herbicides, we will need to treat specific areas with products that may harm our Bermudagrass while we attempt to suppress/control the Poa.
As of this newsletter, we have treated the ninth tee and several other locations. If you notice any discoloration in the Bermudagrass in these areas, rest assured, these areas will recover once the weather becomes more favorable for Bermudagrass again.
Cordially,
Josh Urbanec Golf Course Superintendent
Congratulations....
Congratulations to the 2025 Northern Chapter Award Winners! A big shoutout to Stephanie Connelly Eiswerth for receiving the PGA Youth Player Development Award and to Joshua Urbanec for being named Superintendent of the Year! Your hard work and dedication truly inspire us!
TENNIS NEWS AND EVENTS
LADIES SPRING CLINICS - STARTS JANUARY 6TH!
All clinics are $35 per clinics with no more than four players per court. For more information please contact Marie or Dorian.
PICKLEBALL CLINIS
The popular Wednesday pickleball clinics with Karin will continue starting on January 8th.
9:00-10:30: Intermediate 3.0-3.5 Level 10:30-12: Beginners 2.5 Level
Contact Karin Ptaszek-Kochis the #1 Pickleball player 50 & over in the country to sign up at Karinkochis@hotmail.com
FUN PICKLEBALL FACTS:
1). Origins:
Pickleball was invented in 1965 by three fathers in Washington state as a family-friendly game for all ages.
2). Court Size:
A pickleball court is 20 feet wide and 44 feet long for both singles & doubles, making it smaller than a tennis court
3). Unique Scoring:
Pickleball uses a unique scoring system where only the serving team can score points, and games are typically played to 11, 15 or 21 points.
4). Popularity Boom:
Pickleball is one of the fastest-growing sports in the USA, with millions of players participating in leagues and tournaments
2025 MEMBER-GUEST COMMITTEE:
Let’s make the 2025 Tennis Member Guest the best one yet! We need passionate members to help serve on the committee for our signature tennis event This year ’ s Member Guest will be held the weekend of April 10-13 Please contact Dorian or Marie if you would like to serve on the committee
USTA LEAGUES:
The winter adult USTA leagues are now forming and will begin in January 2025. Anyone interested should contact Dorian (Men) or Marie (Women).
40 & Over (2.5, 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, 4.5, 5.0) – 4 doubles/1 singles (Men-Saturdays/Women-Sundays)
55 & Over (6.0, 7.0, 8.0, 9.0) – 3 lines of doubles (Men-Sundays/Women- Saturdays a.m.)
Adult 65 & Over (6.0, 7.0, 8.0) - 3 lines of doubles (Men-Tuesdays a.m./Women – Mondays a.m.)·
Mixed 40 & Over (6 0, 7 0, 8 0, 9 0, 10 0) -3 lines of doubles levels 7 0-10 0 (Friday nights) Tri-Level 18 & over – 3 lines of doubles – various levels and weeknight evenings
FITNESS & AQUATICS NEWS AND EVENTS
RANDY WOODRUM
HelloSJCCMembers,
HappyHolidays!!ThefitnessdepartmentisexcitedtoannounceourGrandOpening EventbeinghostedonFridayJanuary3rd,2025,from5:00pm–7:00pm.Wewantto startofftheNewYearrightatournewlyrenovatedfitnessandtenniscenterwitha SpecialHappyHourforourmembers.Comeenjoycomplimentarylightbitesand refreshingdrinkswithfellowmembersandstaffaswecelebrateourhealthandvitalityin2025.
Wearecurrentlyhosting20complimentarygroupexerciseclassesalongwithanoutdoorturfarea,weight machines,cardiomachines,andavarietyofplate-loadedmachinesthatcatertoalldemographicsat SJCC.OurprofessionalserviceprovidersareavailableforPersonalTraining,SportsPerformance,Physical Therapy,PilatesReformer,MassageTherapy,Estheticiantreatments,andCorrectiveExercisetreatments thatwillassistanyMembertoreachtheirfullpotentialwhileenjoyingtheSJCCexperience.Asabonustoall ourprofessionalservices,uponreopeningmanagementhasloweredthecostoftheseservicesto accommodatethemembersasweinviteeveryonebackintothenewamenity.
WewillbehostingacomplimentaryPilatesReformerGolfworkshoponJanuary6thfrom3-5pmfor memberstocometoexperiencewhythisdiverseformofexercisecanbenefityourGolfgame.DoWhat theProsDo!
WewillalsobehostingaYouthSportsTrainingclassonSaturdaysat10amstartingJanuary4th,2025, withDarrenRichardson(Strength&ConditioningExpertthathasworkedwithathletesalloverthe state.)
CometryournewSpaTherapyServicesprovidedbyIlenewith15%OFFyourfirstexperienceonanyservice. Shehashadanamazingimpactonmanymembersinjustafewweeks,andherappointmentsarebooking upfast!
Overthenextmonth,thefitnessmanagementteamandourmarketingteamwillbeupdatingourwebsite andotheradvertisingavenuestomakesureourmembersstayinformedaboutallpromotionsordiscounts in2025.So,keepaneyeoutforspecialoffersforyourselforlovedonesthatmaybenefitfromoneofour amazingservicesatthefitnesscenter.
Welookforwardtohelpingourmemberscreatelongevitywiththeirhealthandenjoyhealthyexperiences thatlastalifetime.Staysafeovertheholidaysandlet’smaketheSJCCexperiencethebestinJacksonville. HappyHolidaystoeachoneofyouandyourfamily!
BestinHealth, RandyWoodrum DirectorofFitness
JANUARY 2025
group fitness classes
Monday
AroundTheWorld-Laurie
AroundTheWorld-Laurie
Yogalates-Debbi
AnythingGoes-Laurie
ForeverinMotion-Laurie
GolfFitness-Randy
RaveSpin-Jerri
5:45am 6:35am 9:00am 10:00am 11:00am 4:00pm 6:00pm Thursday Tuesday Friday
Wednesday Saturday 10:00am
5:45am 10:00am 6:00pm 5:45am 6:35am 9:00am 11:00am
SpinningtheHits-Laurie
GowiththeFlowYoga-Sydney
AnythingGoes-Darren
5:45am 6:35am 9:00am 10:00am 11:00am
PowerFlowYoga-Lisa
TurboHIIT-Laurie
SpinningtheHits-Laurie
MindoverMat(ter)-Debbi
TaiChi-Beth
8:00am 9:00am 10:00am
IronImpact-Darren
IronImpact-Darren
MatPilates-Christine
DanceFusion-Debbi
Balance,Strength&Stretch-Laurie
TourdeSanJoseSpinning-Jerri
OneMoreRep-Laurie
YouthWeightTraining(Ages11-18)-Darren
ALLCLASSESARENOWCOMPLIMENTARY!
CUBSCORNER JANUARY2025
KIDSCLUBFRIDAY'S
EASY MOZZARELLA CHEESE SNOWMAN SNACK INGREDIENTS
½ Cucumber
Mozzarella Cheese Pearls
2 Slices Carrot
Handful Black Sesame Seeds
INSTRUCTIONS
Cut 12 rounds, each around 1 cm thick, from the cucumber.
Using a mini round cutter, cut circles from the cucumber slices to form the bases of your snowmen.
Push a cocktail stick into the top of a cucumber slice so that it is standing vertically.
Carefully push two mozzarella pearls onto the cocktail stick to make the snowman body and head.
Cut the carrot slices into tiny triangle wedges for the snowman noses.
Push a carrot nose into the head piece of the snowman.
Add black sesame seed eyes and buttons to the snowman, pressing them gently to the mozzarella pearl to stick them in place (you might find this easier to do with tweezers if you have them).
Snow Tree Craft
EVENT PHOTOS
