Springfield Golf & Country Club
2025 Board of Directors
John Astorino
President john.astorino@longandfoster.com
Bob Sampson Vice President bsampson71@gmail.com
Tom Stribling Secretary tjstribling@gmail.com
Dan McCarthy Treasurer danm5691@gmail.com
David DeLorenzo david.delorenzo@gmail.com
Joe English jenglish@bsbllc.com
David Kelly davidnkelly@verizon.net
Charles Rolen rolencw@gmail.com
Harrison Smith hharrisonsmith@gmail.com
2025 Committees
Audit
Dave Nachison dnachison@yahoo.com
Communications
Katie Kissal katiekissal@gmail.com
Facilities & Maintenance
Peter Vogt gmte1e6@verizon.net
Finance
Dan McCarthy danm5691@gmail.com
Fitness
Gayle Burgoyne gayleburgoyne@aol.com
Food & Beverage
John Palladino jape199@aol.com
Golf
Matt Lougheed matthew.lougheed@gmail.com
Golf Rules
Bruce Nordstrom bnorthstream@yahoo.com
Charles Rolen rolencw@gmail.com
Greens Tom Stribling tjstribling@gmail.com
Dan Derisio dderisio@yahoo.com
House John Palladino jape199@aol.com
Membership Johnny Garstka johnnygarstka2024@gmail.com
Charles Rolen rolencw@gmail.com
Personnel
Bob Sampson bsampson71@gmail.com
Racquets
Staci Goede staci.goede@gmail.com
Harrison Smith hharrisonsmith@gmail.com
Social Natalee Siveroni nataleesiveroni@gmail.com
Marie Denslow a93aggie@gmail.com
Strategic Planning
David DeLorenzo david.delorenzo@gmail.com
Swim/Pool
Mike Goede goedes@me.com
Board Report
BY JOHN ASTORINO | BOARD PRESIDENT
It is hard to believe summer is upon us! As the school year comes to a close and summer activities commence, things are busy and time is flying. The Board has been having important conversations surrounding a variety of topics related to improvements around the Club as a result of feedback from Committees, Staff, and the Membership. While no plans are imminent, the goal is to continue to understand and prioritize forthcoming action. Whether policy-related or affecting the footprint of SGCC, please know decisions are made in the best interest of all Members. The top priority of the Board is to govern in such a way that serves and enhances the holistic Member experience, working for the betterment of the entire Club, not just now, but into the future. Change isn’t always easy, but the Board is working to ensure Springfield is the strongest it can be in all aspects: physically, strategically, financially, and socially.
With the recent opening of the pool, all areas of the Club are buzzing with energy. Hot and sunny days are ahead which means so are cannonballs and ice cream cones. This summer is shaping up to be a great one! Water aerobics and adult swim squad return to the water, and adults can enjoy a beverage at the pool pavilion while connecting with friends and taking in evening sunsets. Looking to enroll the kids in swim lessons?
Our instructors are certified and credentialed and are excited to assist all ages and skill levels. It is also not too late to join the swim team as the Sea Lions look to defend their Dominion Country Club League title. Practice started last week, and the first meet of the season is Saturday, June 14.
Several changes and policy updates have been made since last summer, so please re-familiarize yourself with the Pool Rules and Policies. All individuals visiting the Pool or Pavilion are required to enter through the main entrance and check in with the team at the Pool Desk. Up to six guests are permitted per visit, and children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Additionally, Nanny Passes will be required for all registered nannies and caregivers
who must present the pass when asked. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we work to ensure the best experience for all.
Lastly, we have welcomed a wonderful group of new Members over the last few months. As you may see new faces at the upcoming events and gatherings, please introduce yourself, say hi, and welcome them into our special Springfield community. Wishing everyone a fun, safe, and enjoyable summer filled with lasting memories!
Get Ready for Fireworks
Red, white, and boom! Registration is officially open for SGCC's largest signature event of the year our annual Independence Day Picnic and Fireworks Display.
Keep reading to learn everything you need to know to turn moments into memories at this can't-miss Club event.
Q: WHEN IS THE PICNIC?
A: Wednesday, July 3, 2025, from 5:00-10:00 PM
Q: WHAT IS THE PICNIC?
A: This annual Club tradition is fun for Members of all ages. We’ll have food, live music, a funnel cake food truck, soft serve, snow cones, bounce houses, a Flying Dragon carnival ride, a rock climbing wall, and, of course, a stunning fireworks display. This year, we're also adding a designated turf area for children (and adults!) looking to play a pick-up game of soccer or throw a football around.
The picnic schedule is as follows:
• Picnic Begins, 5:00 PM
• DJ, 5:00-6:30 PM
• Live Music by Capitol Effect, 6:30-9:30 PM
• Food Service Ends at 8:30 PM
• Fireworks at full dark....no earlier than 8:55 PM
Q: DO I NEED TO SIGN UP FOR THE PICNIC?
A: Yes. We require reservations for all picnic attendees including Members, their guests, and children.
Q: HOW DO I SIGN UP FOR THE PICNIC?
A: Register online on the Club Calendar as you would for any Club event. We have multiple registration tiers please double check your reservation to ensure it is correct. All registrants will receive wristbands that match their online registration and will be billed accordingly.
Q: HOW MUCH DO WRISTBANDS COST AND WHAT DO THEY INCLUDE?
A: All attendees are required to wear wristbands. You may opt to register for a wristband which includes the buffet/food or a “Fireworks Only” wristband which grants you access to the picnic but does not include food. Please note that “Fireworks Only” wristbands allow wearers access to all aspects of the picnic beginning at 5:00 PM except for the buffet and food trucks they include enjoyment of live music and rides/bounce houses as well as the fireworks display.
• “Fireworks Only” Wristband, Member - Free (entry, no food)
• “Fireworks Only” Wristband, Guest - Free (entry, no food)
• Buffet Wristband Member/Guest, Adult - $30++ (entry & buffet, food trucks)
• Buffet Wristband Member/Guest, Child [5-11 years old] - $18++ (entry & buffet, food trucks)
• Children 4 years old and younger are complimentary
Q: ARE DRINKS INCLUDED IN THE WRISTBAND PRICE?
A: Sodas are included with the buffet/food-inclusive wristbands. Complimentary bottled water stations will also be available. All alcoholic drinks are by chit/Member charge at all bars and beverage stations.
Q: ARE THE FUNNEL CAKE, SOFT SERVE, AND SNOW CONE TRUCKS INCLUDED IN THE WRISTBAND PRICE?
A: If you purchased a buffet wristband (aka a wristband with a food charge), then yes, the funnel cake, soft serve, and snow cone trucks are included. “Fireworks Only” wristbands do not include any of the food trucks.
Q: WHEN AND WHERE DO I PICK UP MY WRISTBANDS?
A: You can pick up your wristbands from the front desk Tuesday-Saturday during normal business hours within a few days of registering for the picnic.
Please note, advanced registration closes at 5:00 PM on Sunday, June 29. If you do not register by this time, you will have to purchase your wristbands in person at the beginning of the picnic on Thursday, July 3.
Q: HOW DO WRISTBANDS WORK?
A: We will have various entry points. You must have a wristband to enter. If you do not have a wristband, please proceed to the main entrance of the Clubhouse where you will have the opportunity to purchase wristbands for yourself, your family, and your guests.
Q: WHAT IS PARKING LIKE?
A: Our parking lot fills up quickly. Please carpool if you can or walk over if you live nearby. If you do drive, please remember to drive slowly and carefully when you arrive, but especially when you leave as the parking lot will be full of pedestrians and children.
Q: WILL THERE BE SECURITY?
A: Yes, we will have security and gating around the grounds to ensure only Members and their guests are on property. We will also have security patrolling the parking lots.
We have assembled messaging for our greater Springfield community letting them know about designated fireworkviewing areas adjacent to the picnic.
Q: CAN I RESERVE A TABLE?
A: We do not take reservations for any of our summer picnics, and all tables are first come, first served. Tables are available on the Patio, in the Grill Room, and in the upstairs Ballroom. Members may come claim tables after 3:00 PM with signs, tablecloths, decorations, etc. Please note that staff cannot help you reserve your table.
Q: WHAT IF I CAN’T GET A TABLE?
A: Since tables are limited, we encourage you to bring picnic blankets and lawn chairs to set up in the grassy area behind the Clubhouse. We suggest bringing a tarp to place over your blanket if you stake out your spot early it has been known for a brief storm to pass through before festivities begin.
Please remember that it is summertime and there will be bugs! However, please do not spray bug spray on the grass. All bug spray must be applied either in the bathrooms or over a paved area to prevent damage to our lawn.
Q: CAN I ORDER OFF THE REGULAR MENU DURING THE PICNIC?
A: No, regular menu service is not available during our summer picnics. Chef puts together a comprehensive selection of picnic and grill items, including vegetarian options. The Kitchen closes for regular menu service at 2:00 PM.
Q: WHAT IS ON THE MENU FOR THE PICNIC?
A: Burgers & Veggie Burgers
Hot Dogs
Creole Chicken Drumsticks
Texas BBQ Brisket Sandwich
Rockfish Po'Boy
Street Corn Salad
Mediterranean Orzo Salad
Watermelon
Coleslaw
Red Bliss Potato Salad
Chips
Blueberry Cobbler Bars with Vanilla Ice Cream
Funnel Cake Truck
Soft Serve Truck
Snow Cone Truck
SGCC Truck (cheese quesadilla, hot dog/fries, chicken nuggets/fries)
Q: WHAT ARE THE OPERATING HOURS ON JULY 3?
A: Continental Breakfast, 7:00-10:00 AM
Pool, 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Lunch, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Holes 1, 10, & 18 Close at 12:00 PM for preparations
Clubhouse Closes at 3:00 PM for preparations
Racquets & Fitness Center Closes at 4:00 PM
Sea Lion Café Food Service Ends at 4:00 PM
Sea Lion Café Drink Service Ends at 9:15 PM
Q: CAN I BRING MY OWN SPARKLERS?
A: No. For the safety of all, please do not bring sparklers or personal fireworks.
Q: WHAT IF THERE IS A STORM AND THE PICNIC IS CANCELED ON JULY 3?
A: Our rain date for the picnic and fireworks is Sunday, July 6. Please note, there will be changes to the event if postponed.
Staff Spotlight: Damien Aguirre
BY TRAVIS SIMMONS | EXECUTIVE CHEF
It’s an early April morning covered in clouds, rain, and cold, but that makes no difference. Your mind is somewhere else…running back and forth through your prep list, stressing over the choke points and timeline of your dish. You get ready, grab your knives, and out the door you go. Once you arrive at the competition site, there are a couple of handshakes, a few smiles, and then you find your workstation and wait for the judges to yell START. The curtains draw back on the ingredients table, and you quickly realize that several of your requested items are missing. What do you do?
This very situation played out for one of our own SGCC Culinary Staff members. Originally from California, Damien Aguirre has worked at SGCC since June of 2021. He is a student at George Mason University earning a double major in systems engineering and software programming.
In addition to his studies and his work here at SGCC, Damien is also a member of the Culinary Club of GMU, the host of the competition. The rules of the competition were simple enough: sign up and submit your recipe. So, what was the catch? All the recipes had to incorporate Morning Star vegan chicken nuggets and flavored Pringles. With most food competitions, this one included, you are allowed extra ingredients if you request them beforehand. The problem was not all of Damien’s requested ingredients had been provided.
Damien had planned on making a ramen dish, and, as you can imagine, his ingredient list was a bit extensive. If you’ve had the pleasure of chatting with Damien at one of our Friday Night Buffets, then you know he is incredibly kind and respectful, so
after politely asking after his missing ingredients and concluding that he was going to have to pivot, Damien began mentally flipping through his recipe Rolodex.
Luckily Damien is a bit of an overachiever and had chosen to make his own fresh ramen noodles. Looking at his prep work and the dough resting on his cutting board, he realized he could make fresh tortillas. After some quick thinking, he came up with a completely new recipe of a different global cuisine: Pringle-crusted vegan chicken nugget tacos.
With a new recipe firmly in mind, the competition became a race against time. Damien grabbed another cutting board and some plastic wrap to create an impromptu tortilla press. The judges took notice and stopped by his station to chat…. which, by the way, is one of the most annoying things judges do, but it’s all part of the game. Working feverishly, Damien explained the mix up with his ingredients, his original dish, and his new, on-the-fly dish. The judges were impressed and took note.
Suddenly, time was up and one-by-one the dishes went to the judges’ table. Damien’s hard work and quick thinking paid off: he took home First Place in the competition and bragging rights for the year. The judges loved his dish and completely cleaned the plate!
I am incredibly proud of Damien for not only stepping up to the challenge and entering the competition, but for remaining calm in the face of a huge curve ball and then taking home the win to boot! Well done, sir, well done!
No-Churn Cookie Monster Ice Cream
BY LINDSAY WEBB | PASTRY CHEF
Looking for something both fun and delicious to with the kids this summer? Consider giving my favorite No-Churn Cookie Monster Ice Cream recipe a try! You won't need any fancy equipment for this, just a little patience while you wait for the ice cream to set; I have it on good authority that snacking on some leftover cookies helps the time go faster...
Ingredients
• 2 Cups Heavy Whipping Cream
• 14 oz Sweetened Condensed Milk
• 2 TBSP Vanilla Extract
• ½-1 tsp Blue Food Coloring
• 20 Chocolate Sandwich Cookies (like Oreos), roughly chopped
• 15 Chocolate Chip Cookies (like Chips Ahoy!), roughly chopped
Instructions
1. Whip heavy cream, vanilla, and food coloring together until stiff peaks form. If you don't have a mixer, all you need is a very cold bowl, a whisk, and some arm strength!
2. Stir in the sweetened condensed milk until well blended. You can add more food coloring if the color is too light.
3. Fold in chopped cookies, sprinkling extra on top if desired.
4. Freeze for about 6 hours, scoop, and enjoy!
5. Note: The variations for this recipe are endless! You can make "Oscar the Grouch" ice cream by substituting green food coloring and Thin Mints; "Big Bird" ice cream with yellow food coloring and butter cookies or Golden Oreos; or "Abby Cadabby" ice cream with purple food coloring and iced cookies.
P H A S E O N E: May 23 – June 11
P H A S E T W O: June 12 – July 31
Make a Splash
P O O L S I D E P R O G R A M I N G
Swim Lessons
We offer swim lessons for infants, children, teens, and adults of all abilities.
Whether you know the basics, are starting from scratch, or are trying to make the cut on a new team, our experienced staff can help you achieve your goals! All of our instructors hold Water Safety Instructor certifications with the American Red Cross, are credentialed with local swim school, and/or have certifications with USA Swimming.
PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS
There’s no “one size fits all” approach to swim lessons we customize private lessons to suit your swimmer’s needs, strengths, and challenges. Swimmers are matched with instructors based on skill level and availability. Private lessons begin after Memorial Day and are scheduled at a day/time that is convenient to both instructor and student.
GROUP SWIM LESSONS
The goal of our group swim lessons is to promote confidence and safety in the water while building skills like balance, floating, treading water, breath control, kicking and stroking, and jumping and diving. As students improve their endurance, skills will become more refined and instruction will focus on freestyle and backstroke. Lessons are tailored to meet students at their level and maximize opportunities for progress.
Group swim lessons will begin in early June, depending on weather and water temperature, and will have early evening offerings (about 5:15 PM). Advanced registration is required for group lessons. We aim for a 6:2 student-teacher ratio, depending on the ability of the class. Five students of similar ability are required for a class to run. Group lessons are open to member dependents able to participate in a small-group setting while parents wait/watch from a distance. If your swimmer is
not ready for group instruction, we are happy to work with them individually in a private lesson.
For more information about swim lessons and to be paired with an instructor, email SGCC.SwimLessons@gmail.com.
Swim Team
SGCC's junior swim team is open to Member Dependents ages 4-18 who are able to swim the length of the pool safely and consistently. No experience is necessary! As long as your child is able to safely participate in practice, we are happy to teach them the strokes. Please note, swimmers cannot participate in another swim league.
In addition to practice, our season consists of five dual meets and two invitational meets. Our team caters to swimmers of all abilities, and is competitive within the Dominion Country Club League. We are home to league record holders, year-round swimmers, beginners, and a solid group of swimmers who are just there to have fun! We are known for our friendships, daily dance parties, doughnut days, team dinners, and end-of-season banquet.
Our league differs from neighborhood pools in a few ways. Unlike most neighborhood pools which have an "A" team and a "B" team with multiple meets per week, all of our swimmers compete together in one meet on Saturday mornings. Additionally, our swimmers are able to compete in four individual events and one relay at each meet which means they have more opportunities to swim.
Swim Team registration includes all practices, all meets, team
t-shirt, silicone swim cap, after practice treats, pep rallies, social activities, end of season banquet, and more!
Please note, although practice is offered daily during the week, swimmers are not required to attend practice every day. We encourage swimmers to attend as often as possible; most Sea Lions practice three-to-five times a week. For families unable to attend morning practices, evening practices are offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays.
There is still time to join the Sea Lions as they seek to defend their 2024 Division Title! For more information, please email sgccsealions@gmail.com.
SWIM TEAM PRACTICE SCHEDULE
May 28 - June 13*
*No practice June 11 (last day of school party); Team Dinner & Pep Rally on June 13
9 & Up Monday–Friday, 5:00–6:00 PM
8 & Under Monday–Friday, 6:00–6:45 PM
June 16 - July 18*
*No practice July 3 or 4; Practice TBD week of July 21 for All Star Swimmers
9 & Up Monday–Friday, 8:00–9:00 AM
8 & Under Monday–Friday, 9:00–9:45 AM
Evening Practice Tuesday & Thursday, 5:15 PM
SWIM MEET SCHEDULE
Friday, June 13 Pep Rally & Team Dinner
Saturday, June 14 @ Mount Vernon Country Club
Saturday, June 21 @ Mount Vernon Yacht Club
Saturday, June 28 River Bend CC @ SGCC
Monday, July 7 Relay Carnival @ SGCC
Saturday, July 12 Hidden Creek CC @ SGCC
Friday, July 18 Pep Rally & Team Dinner
Saturday, July 19 @ Evergreen Country Club
Saturday, July 26 All Star Quals @ CC Fairfax
Sunday, July 27 All Star Finals @ TBD
Adult Swim Squad
Looking for a fun, challenging way to stay active this summer? Adult Swim Squad is perfect for former swimmers, those looking to meet fellow Members, or anyone wanting to try something new! This class offers a full-body workout while focusing on stroke mechanics and technique. It is open to all skill levels. Advanced registration is required for this class and can be found on the Fitness & Pool Calendar.
Adult Swim Squad meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning June 3. Class will be held at 6:45 PM the first two weeks, then switch to 6:15 PM beginning June 17.
Water Aerobics
Water Aerobics is a fantastic non-weight-bearing exercise for adults of all ages! As social as it is active, water aerobics combines cardio and strength training in a supportive aquatic environment, making it ideal for all fitness levels—and with the weather heating up, it’s the perfect way to stay cool while getting fit.
Water Aerobics meets from 11:00-11:55 AM, Monday-Friday during the pool season. Please note, Water Aerobics will not meet on Friday, July 4, 2025. You can drop-in for class or purchase a package by emailing fitness@sgccva.org.
Water Aerobics Class & Package Pricing
Daily Drop-In
10-Class Package
12-Class Package
Unlimited
$10/person/class
$85/person
$95/person
$115/person
Please note, packages are billed at the time of purchase and are non-transferable and non-refundable.
Poolside Yoga
Our 7:00 AM Friday morning Yoga class and our 10:00 AM Friday morning Chair Yoga have moved outdoors for the summer! Practicing yoga outside can enhance your connection to nature, boost your mood, and increase mindfulness as you breathe fresh air and feel the natural surroundings. In the event of bad weather, classes will be held indoors in the studio. Please remember to register for the classes in advance.
Nanny Pass
Changes to the Nanny Policy went into effect on April 1, 2025.
• Instead of paying individual guest fees, there is an annual charge for nannies: the Nanny Pass.
• The Nanny or caregiver will be issued a Nanny Pass after registering with Club Office with their name, photo ID, and the Member's name and Club number.
• A photo ID must be presented along with the Nanny Pass for access to the Club and when requested by appropriate Staff members.
• Nanny Passes expire after one year. They are nonrefundable and non-transferable. If a Member hires a new Nanny, a new Pass is required.
• Nanny Passes must be turned in to the Club when the Nanny is no longer employed by the Member family.
• Nannies are not Members. They may use the Pool and Clubhouse when acting as caregivers for Member Dependents, and they may take Member Dependents to golf and tennis programs, but they may not book courts, tee times, etc.
• Nannies cannot bring guests other than those of the Member's Dependents.
• Nannies may not consume alcohol.
• Nannies must be at least 16 years old.
• Relatives may act as Nannies without a fee. However, they must still be registered with the Club Office and they will be charged a guest fee when visiting the Club with the Member as they are acting as guests, not nannies or caregivers.
• Members assume responsibility for all actions, conduct, and charges by the Nanny.
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REGISTER YOUR NANNY
Nannies must be registered annually with the Club Office with their full name, photo ID, and the Member’s name and Club number.
GET THE PASS
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Nannies must come into the Club and have their photo taken by Club Staff to be printed on the Pass. To make an appointment for a Nanny Pass, email frontdesk@sgccva.org.
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USE THE PASS
Nannies must have the Nanny Pass with them at all times on Club grounds. The Nanny Pass must be presented at all check-in locations and when requested by appropriate Staff members.
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COST & RENEWAL
The Nanny Pass costs $275* and is good for one year. Families registering two Nannies simultaneously may get the second pass at a discounted rate of $200. Families who replace their Nanny mid-year will be charged $275 for the new Pass, but will receive a $75 credit upon receipt of the previous Nanny’s Pass. Nanny Passes and information do not carry over, and must be renewed every year.
*all fees subject to change
Our complete Nanny and Caregiver Policy can be found online on the Governance page of the website.
Aqua Fit: Cool Pool Vibes, Sun Fun, & Friends
BY DEBBIE LEIGHTNER | GUEST CONTRIBUTOR
If you’re like me, you can’t wait for the pool to open Memorial Day weekend. Since I was a kid, I’ve always loved the water, sun, pool, relaxing, and playing outside.
The SGCC pool is a beautiful vacation close to, but away from, home. You’ll find me there most summer days! I’m fortunate that as an entrepreneur I can plan my workday around a very important amenity provided by SGCC—Water Aerobics. This seasonal offering is available Monday – Friday from 11:00-11:55 AM until the pool closes for the season (note: no class on July 4 or Labor Day).
How did I get interested in Aqua Fit/Water Aerobics?
Later in life, when my mother was reinventing herself and adjusting to aging changes, she started taking water aerobics at her local indoor pool. She loved it and often talked about how it made her body and mind feel better. She enjoyed being with and around people while getting a low-impact workout. She developed strong relationships that contributed to her enjoying and thriving in her last years.
I was happy she found something she loved, but honestly I secretly thought, “There’s no way I’m doing water aerobics, that’s for old people…not me! And it certainly won’t give me the workout I need to burn fat, or get fit and toned.”
After all my mother’s estate tasks were completed and I returned to Virginia, I got to thinking of ways I could connect with my mom. I remembered her love of water aerobics. So, I went to my first class. I didn’t need much: a bathing suit (that stays in place), sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, a towel, and a cover-up.
And what do you know, after my first class I was hooked! It was a complete weightless workout; we used our body weight to provide resistance. The pool had foam dumbbells and pool noodles we could use to provide extra resistance and drag for a harder workout. I felt like a kid again, laughing, smiling, jumping
up and down, listening to cool music (all types: current, disco, oldies, hip hop, etc). The different instructors had their own style and routines, providing lots of variety. They also offered modifications depending on the class fitness needs. I met so many people and reconnected with faces I hadn’t seen in a while.
I love these classes because I get to see my SGCC family often, while doing something I love, getting fit, and getting some much needed Vitamin D3 from the sun. There’s nothing like splashing around in the pool with your friends enjoying the smells from the snack bar while you work on fitness and “summertime arms.” Sometimes we stay and have lunch or a beverage after class!
Fun facts:
1. We are trying to use the word "Aqua Fit" instead of water aerobics. There is a stigma around the term "water aerobics"—like me, lots of people think only older people attend. That is false at SGCC! You’ll find a variety of ages and fitness levels attending class. Come and see for yourself! Feel free to bring a guest with you too, just remember that guests must pay the $10 weekday guest fee in addition to the drop-in rate for the class, and please make sure you’re following the Club’s policies regarding how often the same guest can visit in a month.
2. Did you know music, movement, and connecting with people is one of the best ways to improve your overall mood? Aqua Fit provides all of this! Come join us for cool vibes, music, fun, and get Aqua-Fit!
See you at the pool!
Learn More About Our June Events...
ADULT PICKLEBALL PARTY 6:30 - 9:00 PM
Competitive Play, Social Games, Taco Bar & Dessert, Drinks by Chit. Registration Required, $30++
CHAIRMAN'S CUP 11
KIDS POOL PARTY 1:00 - 5:00 PM
Celebrate the Start of Summer Vacation at the Pool with an Obstacle Course! This Event is Complementary, No Registration Needed.
LADIES GOLF MEMBER/GUEST
11-12
Welcome to the Jungle! Cocktail Party Wednesday, June 11. Tournament, Thursday, June 12. Registration Required.
LADIES TENNIS GARDEN PARTY
It's a Garden Party! Light Breakfast, Gifts, and Awards Lunch. Prizes for Flight Winners and Best Dressed. Sign Up with a Partner—Another SGCC Lady or a Guest! Registration Required, $100++
LADIES GOLF CLINIC 2:00 - 3:00 PM
Perfect for Women Golfers of All Skill Levels. Designed to Provide a Relaxed, Social Learning Experience While You Improve Your Golf Fundamentals. Registration Required.
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Registration is Still Open for Summer Camp!
Sign Up on the Club Calendar on the Monday of Each Week
Advanced Registration is Required for All Camps
SUMMER CAMPS BEGIN
Camp SGCC (ages 6-10), June 16-20, July 14-18
Art & Movement Camp (ages 6-10), June 23-27, June 30-July 4, July 7-11, July 21-25, July 28-August 1
Half Day Art Camp (ages 4-5), June 23-27, June 30-July 4, July 7-11, July 21-25, July 28-August 1
Tennis & Pickleball Camp (ages 6-15), June 16-20, June23-27, June 30-July 3, July 7-11, July 14-18, July 21-25, July 28-August 1, August 4-8, August 11-15
Golf & Tennis Camp (ages 6-15), June 23-27, July 21-25, July 28-August 1
Golf Camp (ages 6-15), August 11-15
19-21 3-DAY GOLF MEMBER/GUEST
Golf Course Closes to Non-Participants at 4:00 PM on Thursday, June 19. It is Closed During the Tournament.
POOL CLOSES AT 4:00 PM
Pool Closes at 4:00 PM for 3 Day Member/Guest Party Preparations.
SUMMER SOLSTICE REIKI + SOUND BATH
20
25
6:00 - 8:00 PM
Join Molly and Casey for a Transformative Healing Experience as we Harness the Energy of the Sun on the Longest Day of the Year. Registration Required.
MUSIC AT THE POOL 6:00 - 10:00 PM
Featuring Spike Burton
28 SWIM MEET
Pool Opens to the Membership at Approximately 2:00 PM
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2-DAY GOLF SCHOOL
Elevate Your Game with a Focused, High-Performance Training Experience Including: Full Swing, Iron Precision, Chipping, Putting, Pitching, Bunkers, Ball Flight Control, and a 9-Hole Playing Lesson Covering Course Strategy, Decision Making, and Scoring. 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM Both Days. $365/person Includes Lunch. Registration Required, Space is Limited.
July 2025
Learn More About Our July Events...
INDEPENDENCE DAY PICNIC
5:00 - 10:00 PM
Our Biggest Signature Event of the Year! Picnic Food, Live Music, Carnival Rides, Food Trucks, Fireworks, and Nonstop Fun! Registration and Wristbands are Required for All Attendees.
Altered Hours:
Continental Breakfast, 7:00-10:00 AM
Holes 1, 10, & 18 Close at 12:00 PM
Kitchen Closes at 2:00 PM
Clubhouse Closes at 3:00 PM for Preparations
Racquets & Fitness Center Closes at 4:00 PM
Sea Lion Café Food Service Ends at 4:00 PM
Pool Open Until 10:00 PM
Breakfast, 7:00-10:00 PM
Lunch, 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Racquets & Fitness Center Close at 4:00 PM
Clubhouse & Golf Shop Close at 5:00 PM
Pool Closes at 8:00 PM
Pool Closes at 4:00 PM to Set Up for the Meet.
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GRASS COURT RESERVATIONS
The Driving Range will Remain a Grass Court so Members May Book Their Own Court Time and Experience this Unique Playing Surface! A Limited Number of Court Times are Available. Be on the Lookout for More Information about the Court Time Lottery, Coming Soon.
TEAM PEP RALLY & DINNER
JUNIOR CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP 1:00 PM
Junior Golfers can Showcase their Skills, Compete in a Fun and Supportive Environment, and Create Lasting Memories at Our Junior Club Championship! We'll Have a Several Divisions: 3-Hole (max age 8); 6-Hole (max age 11); 9-Hole (max age 14); 18-Hole Girls (max age 18); and 18-Hole Boys (max age 18). 19
FOREIGNER TRIBUTE BAND ON THE LAWN
7:00 - 11:00 PM
We're Setting Up a Stage on the Lawn Behind the Clubhouse with a Bar, Dinner Buffet, and Late Night Snacks Available by Chit. Registration is Not Required, but Dinner Reservations are Highly Encouraged. Bring a Lawn Chair or a Blanket, or Enjoy the Show from our Standing Area.
CITI OPEN ADULT BUS TRIP 6:00 -
11:30 PM
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Golf Course Closed to Member Play. Check Your Email for Reopening Times.
Perfect for Women Golfers of All Skill Levels. Designed to Provide a Relaxed, Social Learning Experience While You Improve Your Golf Fundamentals. Registration Required.
Break Out Your Wimbledon Whites! We're Transforming the Driving Range into a Grass Tennis Court for a Unique Member Experience. With Exhibition Matches from Juniors, Men, and Women; Games; Food; and More, You Don't Want to Miss this Signature Event! Registration is Required.
Join the SGCC Racquets Pros on a Trip to See Many of the World's Best Players Battle for the DC Title! Includes Transportation To and From the Events, Ticket, and Snacks on the Bus. Registration Required, Space is Limited.
Dear Junior Golfers, You're Invited to the Bowers
BY ALESSANDRA MAURTUA, PGA | DIRECTOR OF GOLF
Founded in 1975, the Bobby Bowers Memorial Junior Golf Tournament was created in honor of Springfield’s first Head Golf Professional, Bobby Bowers. Bobby Bowers was well known and respected across the Washington, D.C. area, serving the Springfield community from 1960 until losing his battle with cancer in 1974. Throughout his life, Bobby was passionate about growing the game of golf through developing junior players. The Bowers Tournament was thus established, and each year, up to 240 junior amateur golfers compete in a stroke and match play competition to celebrate and carry on his legacy.
Boys and girls, ages 10 to 18, from across the country and around the world are placed in five divisions and have the opportunity to test their golf games against a strong field of junior golfers. Players participate in the Bowers to hone their skills, be challenged by their competition, and work toward their goals. Participants have gone on to have incredible careers, both in golf and otherwise, and the tournament has been privileged to celebrate winners who have pursued collegiate and professional golf, including professionals Smylie Kaufman, Jenny Chuasiriporn, and Jenny Suh.
The Bobby Bowers Tournament is always a remarkable week at SGCC. We look forward to the event all year and consider it a privilege to host and foster an atmosphere of connection, competition, and camaraderie, not to mention fun! A renewed sense of energy and exuberance is felt around SGCC as these young players chase their dreams and make memories that will last a lifetime. This year is particularly special as the Bowers is celebrating its 50th anniversary. We are so proud to commemorate this milestone and continue our beloved tradition.
I would like to cordially invite our junior golfers to participate in the 2025 Bobby Bowers Memorial Junior Golf Tournament. This tournament is a wonderful opportunity for junior golfers of all skill levels to gain competitive experience. The combination of stroke and match play offers a unique format different from what players are typically accustomed to, providing a fun, dynamic challenge.
In addition to complimenting PGA Junior League programming, the Bowers Tournament enhances the juniors’ professional and personal experiences as they learn about themselves through the lens of golf and, more importantly, life. Golfers will learn invaluable lessons to bring back to their own respective club teams while making new friends and fostering meaningful connections. Furthermore, if they aspire to pursue collegiate or professional careers, this is a wonderful way to begin that process as the event receives recognition from the American Junior Golf Association (AJGA), and tournament results directly impact qualifying for other AJGA sponsored events.
Your participation would profoundly impact the success of the tournament as the community and partnership we have with other area clubs is incredibly important to us at Springfield. Interested junior golfers can register for the event on the Bobby Bowers website, www.bobbybowers.org. If you have any questions, please email BobbyBowersGolf@gmail.com. The Bobby Bowers Board and I are enthusiastic about working with you to grow junior golf in the Northern Virginia area!
Spotters Needed!
The 2025 Bobby Bowers Memorial Junior Golf Tournament will be held at Springfield Golf & Country Club Monday, July 7 through Thursday, July 10. We are in need of spotters! Please come out in support of junior golf and this wonderful, annual tournament; any help is greatly appreciated. If you are interested, please contact Cliff Thomas at (H): 703.644.6396, (C): 703.577.5788, or cliffanddottie@verizon.net.
Membership Corner
BY SHELLY GOOREVICH | MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR
Summer is right around the corner, the pool is open, and our social calendar is packed to the brim with fun and exciting events! With the tennis and pickleball courts hopping, the golf course looking fantastic, and our tee sheets filling up with Members eager to enjoy the beauty of SGCC, now is the perfect time to review the Club’s guest visit policies.
ON THE GOLF COURSE: If your membership status allows you access to the course, you may bring the same guest once a month to join you for golf. The appropriate green fees will be charged.
AT THE POOL: You may bring the same guest with you three times in a calendar month with guest fees being charged per person, per visit. Please note that there are different guest fees for weekdays, weekends, and holidays.
AT THE RACQUETS AND FITNESS CENTER: You may bring the same guest with you twice a month for tennis or pickleball, and the same guest twice a month to work out with you in the gym and take fitness classes.
The Club also offers 7-day Active and Social House Guess Passes for friends and family visiting from out-of-town.
For price details please go to the website and click on Club Life, then click on Club News & FAQS, and scroll down to Club Fees. Please feel free to reach out to me directly as well at shelly@sgccva.org.
Please join me in welcoming one of our newest Member families, the Naughtons!
Eric Naughton and his wife Caitlin Crujido moved to the DMV from Arizona in 2014. Caitlin is a government contracts attorney at Morrison Foerster, LLP and Eric works in law enforcement. They had their first child, Carter, in December 2023, and he has been keeping them on their toes ever since. As an avid golfer himself, Eric is excited for Carter to grow up around the game of golf and hopefully enjoy it as much as he does. Eric, Caitlin, and Carter are looking forward to joining the SGCC community and taking part in all the events and activities the Club has to offer. As a family, they love to travel, explore new restaurants, and spend time with their friends.
Eric Naughton and Caitlin Crujido with their child, Carter
Coach's Corner: There is No Failure
BY BRANDEN BEETS | DIRECTOR OF RACQUET SPORTS
The match play season is in full swing here at the SGCC Racquets Center. With nine adult teams and three coed junior teams competing weekly, the energy is high. Stress levels are up, emotions are running strong, sleep is limited, email inboxes are full, and player meetings are happening daily.
And honestly — I love it.
The passion and development among our racquets members have grown tremendously. With that growth comes higher expectations, which is a great sign of progress.
That said, it’s easy during match season to fall into an outcomedriven mindset. Wins and losses start to feel like the only metric that matters. Did I move up a line or down? Did I beat a strong opponent or lose to someone with a lower rating?
The truth is success isn’t always in our control. Sometimes, the ball doesn’t bounce your way. Your opponents might play their best match of the season — or they may simply be playing at a level above where your game is right now. And that’s okay.
“Effort does not guarantee success; it only removes the guarantee of failure.”
— ERIC DAVIS
But when our Pro Staff talks with players, the focus isn’t on results. Instead, we ask:
• How did you play today?
• How was your effort?
• Did you communicate and support your partner?
• Did you apply the strategies we’ve practiced?
• Did you play your game and go for your shots?
What matters most is whether you gave your best effort. If you did, there is no failure. The only real disappointment comes from looking back and realizing you didn’t fully prepare or give it your all.
Let’s not forget — none of our players are feeding their families based on the outcome of an Interclub match, but there’s something incredibly satisfying about walking off the court knowing you gave everything you had.
Personally, I’ve come to love match days. I enjoy the line of players waiting to debrief after a match, the phone calls on the drive home, the texts with match breakdowns. Sure, it’s fun to celebrate wins — but it’s just as rewarding to celebrate performance goals and personal growth.
Losing a match isn’t failure. It’s learning. It’s progress. I’m proud to be on this journey with each of you.
Turf Talk
BY SHAWN GILL | GOLF COURSE SUPERINTENDENT
With greens aeration behind us, it’s now full speed ahead into the golf season. Our routines are turning to the daily prep that goes into presenting optimum conditions for you to enjoy every day you have the opportunity to come out here and play a round or even just a few holes before dark.
But let’s back up for one minute. Aeration, that nuisance that takes a nice golf course at the most perfect time of the year to play, and renders the greens virtually unputtable for more than a week. Why, in their right mind, would anyone do such a thing? I’m sure I’ve touched on many of the agronomic reasons: aeration is how we are able to provide such nice putting surfaces throughout the rest of the year. Gas exchange, removal of excess organic matter, water infiltration… You’ve heard it all before, but it is so important that it bears repeating.
For those of us who live and die by pushing the limits of turfgrass tolerances, whether aeration goes well or not can make the difference between a good year and potential ridicule if greens suffer and do not perform up to standards. We watch the forecasts in anticipation of the day we are set to punch holes. We plan each and every action to optimize results and recovery. Looks like a possibility of rain…do I put off the operation for a
day and risk rushing the process and compromising its quality, or do I go for it and hope they get the forecast wrong (as they usually do)? It gets pretty stressful in the Greens Department around aeration time. These are decisions that have lasting effects, and we take this stuff very seriously.
This time around, I’d say we got lucky in some ways and not so lucky in others. On the first day, we were able to get all but a few greens aerated and cleaned up before the skies opened up and dumped over an inch of rain, bringing the operation to a screeching halt. It was quite messy getting the cores picked up the following day on those greens that were covered in plugs when the rain hit, but for the greens that had been cleaned, the rain completely exposed the aeration holes making them easy to fill with highly porous sand. With the exception of the few mentioned greens, the rest of the process went as well as I can remember, in terms of getting the holes filled with sand, cleaning off any excess, and rolling multiple times to smooth the surfaces as much as possible.
Post-aeration rolling is used extensively to both smooth and firm the greens since the removal of large amounts of the greens’ upper soil significantly destabilizes the surface and makes it
prone to rutting when other equipment used in the process drives over it. Unfortunately, the prolific rain we received during and after aeration have left the greens waterlogged. That, combined with repeated rolling, pretty much forced all of the oxygen out of the rooting soil layer and resulted in conditions perfect for the development of “black layer.” This is not some devastating disease. It’s an accumulation of gases produced by microorganisms that thrive in a lack of oxygen and give off gases that are toxic the turfgrass roots. There are a few small chlorotic spots on some of the greens that will recover as things dry out.
How can we help in the recovery, you might ask? The most effective method to speed up recovery is, yes, you guessed it, aerate in order to facilitate drying. Strangely, even though we just completed the highly disturbing process of core aeration, we will be performing some narrow, solid tine aeration so that the greens can “breathe” while we wait for some extended dry conditions. It may not seem so, but this is all very interesting stuff and there is much, much, much more to it that I’d love to use to help with your insomnia by giving a more extensive explanation!
For those of you who are still awake but have had enough of an agronomic lesson for one month, I turn back to where I started. We are full bore into the golf season. Overall, I’d say conditions are quite nice right now. The greens have healed in, and the fairways and tees are tight and firm. Even with the very regular precipitation we’ve been getting, the fairways are playing nicely.
Our biggest challenges at present are keeping up with the mowing and scaring the foxes away from the bunkers. If anyone has any bright ideas of how to make the foxes want to go live somewhere else, I’m all ears. As for keeping up with the mowing, I’ve heard quite a variety of comments about the rough as of lately. And not all complaints, I might add! All I can say is we’ve had every mower we own out there whenever it hasn’t been too wet, but there is a lot of acreage and the grass is growing fast!
By the way, the best method to keep weeds at bay while being environmentally conscious is to grow thick healthy turfgrass. That said, we are certainly doing our part in incorporating environmentally friendly weed control strategies! But in all seriousness, we make great efforts to mow frequently and blow the clippings so that you can find your ball and play can keep moving along, but rough is supposed to be “rough” to hit out of. Incidentally, the best way to not lose a ball in the rough is to not use a golf cart. You see, when you can walk straight toward where you saw the ball go, it is much more likely that you will
arrive in the correct location. When you drive a cart, you have to rely on landmarks and geometry to triangulate the position of the ball once you get to the approximate area. I’m kind of a golf purist at heart, so I have to plug for walking, sorry.
We’ve got the annual flowers going in the ground now, the vegetable garden is planted, the pool is open, and Member/ Guest preparations are under way. Summer can’t be far behind, so get out and enjoy the course! Emily is going to be upset if I take up too many pages so I’ll sign off now, but remember, I am always available if you want to chat about anything that is on your mind about the course so please don’t hesitate to reach out!
Retirees' Corner
BY RUSTY ROESCH
The season is early and despite two losses and a well-deserved tie on the road, SGCC Retirees are in second place in our division as of press time. Early season wins at home have made a big difference in our standing. Looking ahead, we have challenging home matches against Mount Vernon Country Club and Heritage Hunt Country Club in early June, followed by a non-league, friendly home match against Washington Golf and Country on June 26.
April 24 turned out to be a beautiful day for golf, but Army Navy Country Club of Fairfax, the reigning league champs, defeated SGCC on their course 24 to 12. It was also a five-hour round for some players principally due to golf balls disappearing in their extra-long rough. Kudos to our only 3-point winning team, Mike Saylor and Steve Bartlett. Other highlights included Jim Workman and Mark Hite delivering 2½ points to win their match. Mike Saylor posted the lowest score of the day by either team with a 76. Mark Crook was close behind with a 78 while Derrick Smith shot a 79. Low net score shout
outs were earned by Dan Rose (net 67) and Steve Bartlett (net 69). Fairfax won all the sweeps for the match.
On May 1, we traveled to Heritage Hunt Country Club. It was a perfect spring day for golf, however, after a hard-fought match we lost 22½ to 13½. Bill Schneider and Hank Webb were the only 3-point victors with the teams of Steve McArdle/Don Doering and Mark Waters/FD Rosenberger capturing 2½ points each. Steve McArdle and Don Doering also placed in the sweeps. Low gross scorers were Steve McArdle (77), Mike Saylor (79), and Scott Kidd (82). Bob Brien delivered a low net 66 for the day with Steve McArdle (67), Hank Webb (67), Mark Spooner (70), and Peter Lee (70) not far behind.
On May 8, the Springfield Retirees brought some strong games and managed to tie Westwood Country Club on their course, 18 to 18. 3-point winners included Mark Crook with Lee Morgan along with Steve McArdle playing with Mark Waters. Mark Hite/Peter Lee along with Jordon Weinstein/
Brian Brodfuehrer each delivered 2 ½ points. To earn the tie for the day, every team contributed points. Highlights included several strong scores. 12 of the 24 players in the match shot net par or better. Mike Saylor shot a 74 for low gross honors, while Bruce Sheaffer and Brian Brodfuehrer both shot a net 65 for low net honors. Ron Devine was close behind with a net 66 and Steve Bartlett had a net 67. Mike Saylor, George Cave, and Mark Waters each shot net 69. Springfield took three of the four sweeps’ matches. Jordan Weinstein, playing with Brian Brodfuehrer, won the sweeps with a remarkable net 59. Mark Waters/Steve McArdle landed in third place with a net 64, and Steve Bartlett/Mike Saylor finished in fourth place, also with a net 64.
After several days of rain, May 15 turned out to be a very nice day for golf and the Retirees faced last year’s league winners, Army Navy Country Club of Fairfax, on our home course. The match was very close, but we managed to prevail with a score of 19 to 17. 3-point winners for the day included Harry Kline/
Johnny Harper, Scott Kidd/John Benda, and Jim Yates/Jack Mayer. To secure our win, three teams scored 2½ points each: Jim Workman/Mark Waters, Brad Westermann/Hank Webb, and Jim Wilson/Robert Wooding. Jim Yates and Jack Mayer also captured third place in the sweeps. Notable individual gross scores included Derrick Smith (75), Harry Kline (77), and Jim Yates (78). Several team members delivered low net scores, including Derrick Smith (69), Jim Yates (70), George Cave (70), Lee Morgan (71), Harry Kline (71), Hank Webb (71), and Walter Burkhardt (71).
To support highly competitive home and away matches, our Retiree Team needs fresh players every year. Note that it is never too late to join the Retirees (just be 50+ and dream about retirement). For more information on joining, please contact Bruce Nordstrom at bnorthstream@yahoo.com or call 202.494.6558.
Bridge Banter
BY DON FREDERICK
June means the pool is open, outdoor tennis flourishes, and golf beckons, but it's still a good time to meet with friends and enjoy fine dining and fun card games! Do you play bridge? If yes, come join the SGCC First-and-Third Friday Evening Bridge Group at one of our upcoming events!
We play relaxed, party bridge on the first and third Friday evenings of each month. Many of us gather for dinner first. If you’d like to join us, call Don Frederick at 703.425.9722. Our next scheduled evenings are June 6 and June 20; we won't play on July 4, the first Friday in July.
Here are the results of our recent sessions:
MAY 2
First: Kit Weyers and John Korfonta
Second: Pat Fischer and Elaine Voss
Third: Betsy and Roy Carter
MAY 16
First: Ellen and Charles Rolen
Second (tie): Robin Alapas and Kit Weyers
Second (tie): Pat Fischer and Elaine Voss
Update to Local Rules
ON BEHALF OF THE GOLF & RULES COMMITTEES
The Rules of the United States Golf Association govern play. Complete text of Rules may be found in the current Rules of Golf. Unless otherwise noted, the penalty for a breach of a Local Rule or Condition is the General Penalty:
• Match play loss of hole
• Stroke play two strokes
The Rules highlighted in red are changes made in 2025.
NO PLAY ZONE (NPZ) The entire maintenance area between Holes 12, 13, 14, and 16, as determined by the inside edge of the fence surrounding the area; mandatory free relief
must be taken for a ball inside the fence. The fence is an Immovable Obstruction; relief under Rule 16.1 is available.
FLOWER/POLLINATION GARDENS and AZALEA BEDS IN THE GENERAL AREA are mandatory relief without penalty only when marked with small or other signs; Rule 16.1.
OUT OF BOUNDS Defined by inside points, at ground level, of white stakes and fence posts. The driving range to the right of Hole #10 and behind Hole #12 green is out of bounds and defined by white stakes; the white OB stake at the back right, near the last pole supporting the netting, connects to an OB stake in the GUR across the maintenance road and then to an OB stake behind the townhouses. Rule 18.2a.
PENALTY AREAS Defined as either red or yellow. On Hole #5 and Hole #10, where not defined on the right, are deemed to extend to infinity. Rule 17.1d. Model Local Rule B-2 for relief on the opposite side of the red penalty area is in effect on Holes #7 and #11 only
WHITE-LINED AREAS TYING INTO ARTIFICIALLY SURFACED ROADS and PATHS—White lined areas of ground under repair and the artificially surfaced roads, paths or other identified obstructions that they are connected to are a single abnormal course condition when taking relief under Rule 16.1.
UNPAVED MAINTENANCE ROADS and PATHS are not immovable obstructions and therefore there is no free relief under Rule 16.1 as an obstruction.
GROUND UNDER REPAIR (GUR) Defined by white lines; includes unmarked French drains and the turf farm in front of #15 White tees. Rule 16.1. When immediately adjacent to an immovable obstruction, such an area is part of that obstruction.
RELIEF FROM SEAMS OF CUT TURF Model Local Rule F-7 as prescribed in Section 8 of the Committee Procedures is in effect.
OBSTRUCTIONS Rocks, brick walls and 6x6 wooden curbing adjacent to cart paths have the same status as the cart path and are deemed to be one obstruction with the cart path. Rocks encircling and adjacent to flower beds are obstructions. Rule 16.1.
IMMOVABLE OBSTRUCTIONS CLOSE TO A PUTTING GREEN (PG) Model Local Rule F-5.2 is in effect for an obstruction that is within two club lengths of the putting green that interferes with the line of play of a ball that is within two club lengths of the obstruction; both must be in the General Area cut to fairway height or less.
WOOD CHIPS, MULCH, and CRUSHED STONE are loose impediments. Rule 15.1.
AERATION HOLES Relief as specified in Model Local Rule E-4.
DROPPING ZONES (DZ) As Additional Options there are 5 Drop Zones; their use is limited to play on the designated hole: on #3 under Rule 17.1, the DZ is near White teeing location for a ball in the penalty area (PA), on #4 under Rule 16.1 a player may use the DZ located below the cart path for a ball in the flowerbed above the cart path and, only for play from the green tee markers, for a ball in the PA, a player may use the DZ, on #11 under Rule 17.1, a player may use the DZ on the forward teeing location for a ball in the PA, on #12, under Rule 16.1, for a ball in the GUR (wood chips) between the
maintenance road and the townhouses, left of the PG, a player may use the DZ surrounded by the GUR, and on #15, for a ball in the pollination garden behind the putting green, the DZ is left of the garden behind the cart path.
WATER BAGS—Green water bags when attached to trees are integral parts of course (no free relief).
STAKED and NEW TREES—Newly planted trees are tagged with an orange ribbon. If such a tree or a staked tree interferes with the player’s stance or area of his intended swing, the ball must be lifted, without penalty, and dropped in accordance with procedures prescribed in Rule 16.1 (Abnormal Course Conditions).
TEMPORARY IMMOVABLE OBSTRUCTIONS—Local Rules as prescribed in Section 8 of the Committee Procedures are in effect. Model Local Rule F-23. Any air-circulation fans or tents on the course and the lighting detector system on hole 10 are temporary immovable obstructions (TIO). Relief may be taken on either side.
ALTERNATIVE TO STROKE and DISTANCE FOR LOST BALL OR OUT OF BOUNDS For two penalty strokes, a player may drop a ball in accordance with Model Local Rule E -5, as prescribed in Section 8 of the Committee Procedures.
The complete Local Rules Sheet can be found online on the Golf Home Page of the private side of the SGCC website.
