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 HR..................................Shana Holland shana.holland@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
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,
Wow, what a quick month! From our annual meeting to the full calendar of events, February has been packed with activity It was fantastic to see so many events reach capacity, this seems to be a growing trend, so be sure to secure your reservations early!
Looking ahead to spring, some of our most popular events are on the horizon, including The Classic, The Lions Pride, and The Tennis Member Guest. Additionally, this year, we've moved The Catalina Wine Mixer to Saturday, March 22nd for optimal weather. Our dedicated staff works hard to make each of these events something we can all be proud to host and enjoy, so don't forget to register. On a regular basis, I also encourage you to try Chef's new menu or enjoy the daily Happy Hour specials.
Our Board remains focused on several key initiatives to shape the future direction of the club. A comprehensive review of the ByLaws is currently underway, and members will soon have the opportunity to review and vote on proposed updates. There will be plenty of chances to learn about the changes before casting your vote Additionally, the Board is evaluating our long-range funding strategy to address the needs identified in our Strategic Plan We continue to accelerate our debt paydown, which provides us with greater flexibility for this planning As a reminder, a link to our Strategic Plan is available on the website, and we will also be hosting an upcoming Coffee Talk with our General Manager, if you would like to learn more
Our Board is also committed to investing in all areas of the club to ensure its continued success Over $1 million is invested annually to keep the club current and thriving Capital investment is key to our success, driving membership growth and retention We are becoming more proactive with our capital spending, refreshing our assets across the club, on the golf course, and within the clubhouse You will continue to see the results of this investment as we move forward
As always, your feedback is valued and essential for the ongoing improvement of the member experience
Looking forward to seeing you at the club soon!
Warm regards,
Will Morgan San Jose Country Club President
MEMBERSHIP MATTERS MARCH EDITION
We are excited to present a limited, exclusive offer to our current members As the full membership becomes closer to a waitlist, we wanted to give our current members the opportunity to upgrade their membership before it’s too late We are offering a 75% discount on the fee to upgrade to a Full Golf Membership This incredible opportunity is available to only the first 10 members on a first-come, first-serve basis – once these sports are taken, the offer will no longer be available
Why Upgrade?
By upgrading to a Full Golf Membership, you’ll gain access to all of our premier golf facilities, including:
Unlimited access to our Donald Ross championship golf course
Priority to book tee times
Invitations to exclusive golf tournaments and events
The Details:
Offer: 75% discount on the upgrade fee to a Full Membership This fee varies based on your original initiation fee If you are curious about how much it would be for you come see me!
Commitment: a 2-year membership commitment is required
Availability: Only 10 spots are available – don’t miss out!
This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to experience the best of what San Jose has to offer before these fees increase To secure your sport or learn more about what your total fee would be to upgrade your membership you can email me at Amanda anderson@sjccjax com or call me at 904-737-9064 today
Thank you for being a valued member and we look forward to welcoming you to the full golf experience!
Cheers, Amanda Anderson Membership Director
NEW MEMBERS
Mark, Jeanette, Michael and Andrew Yates - Full Regular Members
Holly Brooks - Sports Member
Jacob, Dana, Alexander and Samantha Gordon - Full Regular Members
John and Barbara Schulz - National Members
I N M E M O R I U M
On behalf of San Jose Country Club, our thoughts and prayers go out to these families during this difficult time.
Carol Tucker
San Jose Country Club Member Since 1973
CELEBRATING 100 YEARS AT SAN JOSE
This year marks a monumental milestone for San Jose Country Club as we celebrate the 100th anniversary of our historic golf course. In 1925, renowned golf course architect Donald Ross crafted a layout that has withstood the test of time, offering both challenge and inspiration to golfers of all levels. His design, emphasizing strategy over length, continues to provide an unforgettable experience for our members.
Donald Ross, famous for designing over 400 courses across the U.S., is celebrated for his emphasis on playability and natural beauty. His designs, known for their strategic placement of hazards, bunkers, and greens, require precision and thoughtful shot-making. Ross’s philosophy ensures that his courses remain enjoyable for both professionals and amateurs alike.
At San Jose, Ross’s influence is felt on every hole. His design principles have created a
course that remains relevant and challenging, while still welcoming newcomers to the game. Over the years, our course has served as the backdrop for countless rounds of golf, from friendly matches to competitive tournaments, becoming a staple in the local golfing community.
As we mark 100 years of tradition, we honor Donald Ross’s lasting impact on the game of golf. His emphasis on strategy, shot-making, and course maintenance revolutionized how the game was played. Today, we recognize not only the lasting influence he has had on our course but on the entire sport.
Looking ahead, we remain committed to preserving our rich history while evolving the golfing experience for all our members. The next 100 years promise even more remarkable moments and accomplishments, and we are excited to embrace the future with the same optimism and anticipation that guided Ross in designing this timeless course.
Thank you to our members for being an integral part of this journey. Here’s to 100 more years of golfing excellence at San Jose Country Club!
5:00pm-9:00pm $40+ Per Person
THURSDAY // MARCH 20
Euchre Game Night!
7:00pm-9:00pm
$15+ Per Person Light Dessert Bites, Prizes & Drinks!
SATURDAY // MARCH 29 Prime Rib Night
$35+ Per Adult
$15+ Per Child
FOOD & BEVERAGE NEWS & EVENTS
SAN JOSE HAPPY HOUR
WEDNESDAY-SATURDAY
4:00pm-7:00pm
Greetings San Jose Country Club Members,
As we welcome the spring season, we are excited to share all the new flavors and events we have been working on for you. Our menus at the Donald Ross Dining Room have been updated with fresh, seasonal selections, and we’re committed to offering new choices regularly to keep things exciting across all meal periods.
In addition to these new menu items, we’re thrilled to announce a series of themed dining events. Join us for Prime Rib Night, St Patrick’s Day celebrations, a Homestyle Buffet featuring comfort food classics, and exclusive member events like a cookout for the Glow Pickleball & Tennis Party. And of course, don’t miss our signature event the Catalina Wine Mixer!
We look forward to seeing you soon and hope you enjoy all the great new offerings we have prepared for you all!
Warm regards,
Michael Ayres, Executive Chef & The Entire Culinary Staff
LGA Ringers
Frank Family Wine Dinner (Event Lawn) 6:00pm-8:00pm
LGA Ringers Lion’s Pride Registration WNG Opening
REX Golf Trade In 10:00am-5:00pm
Book Club
Traditions Luncheon 12:00pm-1:30pm Pre-Registration for Swim Team
Coffee Talk with the GM 9:00am-10:00am SNAG Junior Golf
St Patrick’s Tennis Mixer 6:00pm
12:00pm-1:30pm Free Rootbeer Floats 5:00pm-7:00pm Champions Dinner
6:00pm-9:00pm
Frank Family Wine Dinner (Event Lawn) 6:00pm-8:00pm TaylorMade Fitting 11:00am-3:00pm Glow Tennis & Pickleball Party
St Patrick’s Pub Party 5:00pm-9:00pm SNAG Junior Golf
Prime Rib Night 5:00pm-9:00pm Happy, Happy Hour 5:00pm-7:00pm
MGA Memorial Catalina Wine Mixer
Euchre Night! 7:00pm-9:00pm Homestyle Buffet 5:00pm-9:00pm
5:00pm-10:00pm Cubs Corner Party! 5:00pm-10:00pm Glow Golf Par 3 Tournament 6:00pm-9:00pm
All Levels Tennis Men’s Night 6:30pm
GOLF NEWS AND EVENTS
February 28th-March 1st
r San Jose Members,
have an action-packed month ahead! The 7th Annual Classic will be held from February 28th to March 1st, we ’ re excited for the excitement it brings. Don’t forget, our Lions Pride Registration is on March 11th, and by tation only, well be celebrating the 15th Champions Dinner on Thursday, March 20th!
iting news! Stephanie Connelly Eiswerth received a sponsor ’ s exemption into the Atlantic Beach Classic, ng place March 3rd-8th at Atlantic Beach Country Club The Epson Tour serves as the developmental tour the LPGA Tournament director Charlie Clarkson had the opportunity to officially invite Stephanie to compete in person while playing with member, Cary Helton at San Jose Good luck, Stephanie!
A Few Friendly Reminders for All Golfers:
March 6th TAYLORMADE FITTING
March 6th
REX GOLF TRADE IN
LION’S PRIDE REGISTRATION
March 11th
SNAG JUNIOR GOLF
March 15th at 11:00am
March 22nd
SNAG JUNIOR GOLF
March 25th at 3:30pm
Mats Only on the Range:
Please ensure that you are only hitting balls off the mats at the range Hitting balls in front of the mat, including off the tee, is not permitted
Leave the Course in Better Condition:
As always, let’s make an effort to leave the course in better condition than we found it Fill divots, repair ball marks, rake bunkers, and keep carts on paths near tees and greens
Congratulations to Our Recent Champions:
A huge congratulations to Stephanie Connelly Eiswerth and Hayes Farley for their outstanding play in the Underwood Cup, hosted by Deerwood in February. And, of course, a big shoutout to the amateurs and Captain Michael Del Rocco for their victory!
We can’t wait to see everyone out on the course this March Let’s make it a memorable one!
As always, if you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to email Todd at todd bork@sjccjax com or call the Golf Shop at (904) 722-2020 ext 131
Best Regards,
Todd Bork Golf
Shop Management
TENNIS NEWS AND EVENTS
ALL LEVELS MEN’S NIGHT
THURSDAY, MARCH 27 @ 6:30PM
Let’s get the guys together and have a fun night of tennis & camaraderie. Bring your Member Guest and get a little extra practice before the event in April. Sign up on the San Jose App or at Sjccjax.com.
San Jose Country Club is excited to welcome Kevin Grant as our new Assistant Tennis Professional Kevin brings a wealth of experience, having competed in national junior tennis and Division 1 tennis His past roles include positions at Greenwich Country Club, Pinetree CC, and the Williams YMCA in Jacksonville
JUNIOR TEAM TENNIS
The junior Friday afternoon USTA league registration will begin this month. Please contact Dorian if you have a Junior in green dot or yellow ball that would like to participate on a team.
ADULT CLINICS TO IMPROVE YOUR GAME!
The USTA season and spring tournaments are just getting started Our professional staff of USPTA and PTR professionals will work hard to get you into great playing shape with fast paced and hard-hitting team drills We have clinics for men and women at every level Space is limited in all the clinics Players can sign at www sanjosecc tenniscores com For more info contact Marie or Dorian
MAKE PLANS FOR THE 2025 SJCC TENNIS MEMBER-GUEST!
We are looking forward to hosting our premier event from April 10-13. Tennis, great food, and fun with friends. You do not want to miss this event. The signups will begin on February 17th at 8:00am!
SPONSORSHIPS STILL NEEDED
FITNESS & AQUATICS NEWS AND EVENTS
RANDY WOODRUM
GreetingsSJCCMembers,
Asthewinterchillbeginstofadeandweanticipatethewarm,sunnydaysofspring,nowistheperfecttimeto staymotivatedandcontinueworkingtowardsyourfitnessgoals.With8weeksintothenewyear,youhavehad plentyoftimetofocusonyourresolutions,andwiththeupcomingoutdooractivities,poolseason,andbeach tripsonthehorizon,thereisevenmorereasontokeepmovingforward.
AtSJCCFitness,weareheretosupportyoueverystepoftheway.Ourfacilityoffersover20complimentarygroupexerciseclasses,an outdoorturfarea,arangeofweightandcardiomachines,andplate-loadedequipmenttosuitallfitnesslevels.Whetheryouareaiming togetstronger,increaseendurance,orjustfeelyourbest,wehaveeverythingyouneedtosucceed.
Additionally,ourteamofprofessionalserviceprovidersisheretohelpyoureachyourfullpotential.FromPersonalTraining,Sports Performance,andPhysicalTherapytoPilatesReformer,MassageTherapy,Estheticiantreatments,andCorrectiveExercisetreatments, weofferavarietyofservicestailoredtosupportyourhealthandfitnessjourney.Checkoutourwebsiteorappformoredetails,orstop bytospeakwithoneofourknowledgeablestaffmembersaboutthebestoptionsforyou.
MakesuretocheckoutourupcomingGroupExercisescheduleforMarchaswehavesomeexcitingnewclassesontheway.Our dedicatedinstructorsareheretoguideyouinachievingyourgoalswithpassionandexpertise,ensuringyougetthemostoutofevery workout Stopbythefitnessclubtograbanewschedule,oraccessitonlineforconvenience
WearealsothrilledtointroducenewSpaTherapyServicesprovidedbyIlene,with15%OFFyourfirstexperience.Ilenehasalreadymade apositiveimpactonmanyofourmembers,andherappointmentsarebookingupquickly,sobesuretoschedulesoon.Itistheperfect timetotreatyourselforsurprisealovedonewitharejuvenatingspaexperience.
Weareexcitedtocontinuesupportingyourfitnessandwellnessjourney,helpingyoubuildlongevityandenjoyahealthy,vibrantlife. ThankyouforbeingapartoftheSJCCcommunityandyourdedicationmakesourclubthebestinJacksonville.
Here’stostayingmotivatedasweheadintoSpring2025!
BestinHealth, RandyWoodrum DirectorofFitness
MARCH 2025
group fitness classes
Monday 5:45am 6:35am 9:00am 10:00am 11:00am 4:00pm Thursday Tuesday Friday Wednesday Saturday 10:00am 5:45am 6:35am 9:00am 11:00am 5:45am 6:35am 9:00am 10:00am 11:00am
AroundTheWorld(HIIT) -Alma
AroundTheWorld(HIIT)-Alma
Yogalates-Debbi
AnythingGoes(HIIT)-Laurie
ForeverinMotion-Laurie
GolfFitness-Randy
8:30am 9:30am
BarrePilates-Kelly HIITMeUp-Alma
GowiththeFlowYoga-Sydney
TurboHIIT-Laurie
SpinningtheHits-Laurie
MindoverMat(ter)-Debbi
TaiChi-Beth
8:00am 9:00am 10:00am
IronImpact(HIIT)-Darren
IronImpact(HIIT)-Darren
MatPilates-Christine
DanceFusion-Debbi
Balance,Strength&Stretch-Laurie
MatPilates-Christine
OneMoreRep(HIIT)-Laurie
YouthWeightTraining(Ages11-18)-Darren
CUBS CORNER MARCH 2025
MARCH CUBS CORNER CRAFTS & ACTIVITIES
BUNNY BUTT SUNDAE CONE INGREDIENTS
Vanilla Ice Cream
Ice Cream Cones
Oreos - Crushed
Large Marshmallows
Pink Edible Marker
Mini Milano Cookies
Whipped Cream
INSTRUCTIONS
Scoop vanilla ice cream into a flat-bottomed cake cone to come just past the rim.
Press the top of the ice cream into crushed chocolate cookies. Secure the cone in a 3-ounce paper cup and freeze until firm, about 15 minutes.
Place another scoop of ice cream on top of the crushed cookies.
Snip a marshmallow in half crosswise and stretch to make an oval paw shape.
Draw bunny paw pads on the smooth sides of the marshmallow pieces with a pink edible marker and stick to the ice cream.
Pipe or top with a quarter-sized dollop of sweetened whipped cream between the feet for a bunny tail. Push 2 small oval shaped sandwich cookies (such as Mini Milanos) into the top of the ice cream scoop for bunny ears.
MARCH 7TH:
MARCH 21ST:
MARCH 14TH:
MARCH 28TH:
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 19TH:
Leprechaun
Design Egg Craft
EVENT PHOTOS
