The Winged M, December 2021

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Cleared for Takeoff Community Support Gives Athletic Dreams Their Wings – page 30

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Multnomah Athletic Club’s mission: Enrich lives, foster friendships, and build upon traditions of excellence in athletic, wellness, and social programs.

DECEMBER 2021 | VOL. 110 No. 12

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A PLATINUM CLUB

Contents FEATURED

26 | Baking Beauty into Every Bite Dessert is an art form thanks to the creativity of Pastry Chef Shelby Page-Wilson.

Current and former members of the Board of Trustees at the fall Partners in Inclusion event.

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30 | When Dreams Take Flight With MAC member support, the Multnomah Athletic Foundation increases access to athletics and education. Plus, MAF Tributes.

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WELLNESS 50-51 Naturopath’s Column Instructor Spotlight

Stephanie Duffy Graphic Designer

9 | Faces of MAC 13 | Dues Information 15 | DEI Committee 17 | Family Events Committee 19 | Committee Recruitment 21 | McAlpin Award 23 | In Memoriam

Laura Lawrence Digital Content Specialist

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COMMUNICATIONS TEAM Stephanie Cameron Director Kathleen Conners Project Manager

Adam Linnman Communications Manager Julia Omelchuck Graphic Designer/ Ad Services Coordinator Kelly Robb Marketing Manager Jake Ten Pas Copywriter Allyson Wilinski Content Manager

26-29 Wine Dinners Sports Pub Specials

EVENTS 36-45 Holiday Traditions Gratitude Messages Kwanzaa

AT H L E T I C S 54 | Volleyball 60 | Tennis 62 | Fitness & Decathlon 62 | Golf 64 | Karate 66 | Pickleball

5 | President’s Column 7 | GM’s Column 46 | Scrapbook 59 | By the Numbers 68 | Walk Across America 70 | Scoreboard 72 | Advertiser Index 72 | MAC Marketplace 74 | Credentials How-To

ON THE COVER Model Xian Hartenstein; wings created by Divine Artworks; photo by Craig Mitchelldyer; digital design

by Katie Larson.

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PRESIDENT’S COLUMN Committee Chairs STANDING

Athletic Brad Miller Budget and Finance Steve Brown Communications Debbie Koesel DEI Grant Yoshihara Diversity Admissions Chris Gong House Jack Phillips Member Events Sheri Anderson Membership Ron Fraback Property Spencer Raymond BOARD

Food & Beverage Rachael Seeger Human Resources Steve Brown Land Use Dwight Terry Technology Soren Andersen SPECIALIZED

Arts Catherine Blanksby Community Relations Vivian Solomon SPORT

Basketball Mark Plumlee Climbing Reniera Eddy Cycling Steve Getsiv Dance Cinzia Corio-Holman Early Birds Bill Zander Fitness & Decathlon Blake Anderson Golf Darin Vick Group Exercise Shawn DiGruccio Gymnastics Sara Vanderhoff Handball Brian Lee Karate Mark Twietmeyer Outdoor Activities Program Sue Rimkeit Pickleball Mark Jansa Pilates Irvin Handelman Racquetball Georgette Blomquist Ski Doug Lindgren Squash Byron Gaddis Swim Ken Meyer Synchro Lisa Girard Tennis Nicole Mather Triathlon & Running Ryan Chiotti Volleyball Nikki Metcalf Walking & Hiking Suzanne Zarling Water Fitness Chris Bathurst Water Volleyball Dinda Mills Yoga Daureen Morris EVENT

20s/30s Grant Wiater Balladeers Jon Lee Culture and Style Kelly Director Family Events Lindsey Hern Holiday Decorating Bridget Connolly MelloMacs Amy Johnson Social Activities Ryan Chiotti

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here does the time go?

I’m not the first person to say this, but wow, time really does fly, and we’ve flown directly into the holidays and the end of 2021!

December is full of events at MAC, and Robert Torch I am thrilled by their PRESIDENT return. MAC is a magical place this time of year, and the Holiday Decorating Committee and staff do a wonderful job making the club festive. It warms my heart to see so many of you continuing to come back to the club and enjoying everything it has to offer. There’s no better place to spend this time of year than MAC, and that may be truer now than ever before.

Holidays are for families and spending time with loved ones. We can’t wait to welcome our daughter home from her first semester at college, and we’re looking forward to visiting friends and family near and far. I hope everyone has a chance to relax, spend time with loved ones, and re-charge their batteries.

Annual Fund Drive What an incredible year it was for the Annual Fund Drive, which benefits the Multnomah Athletic Foundation. Due to the generosity of the entire community, the drive brought in an astonishing $183,000. Thank you to all members of the MAC community who chose to contribute to this worthy cause, especially during these trying times. MAF provides community grants and scholarships so that local youth have the chance to acquire skills that extend beyond the playing field and classroom. Please spend some time reading more about MAF and stories of valuable life lessons learned through athletics in this issue of The Winged M.

Committees I want to encourage everyone to apply to join a committee in 2022. When my family and I first joined MAC, the committee system was an excellent resource to get me plugged into the club community. As Vice President Chase McPherson mentioned in his column in the October Winged M, committees are the lifeblood of the club. Beyond the social aspect, they are crucial to club operations, they allow members to help shape the future of MAC, and are critical in determining policies and programming. MAC has 51 committees, which you can read about on page 19.

The application deadline for the 2022-23 committee year, which begins in April, is Dec. 31, so there’s still time to get involved.

Fill out the application form on the Committees page at themac.com. This is a great chance to make a difference and have your voice heard.

2022 Dues With 2021 coming to a close, the Board of Trustees, the Budget & Finance Committee, and club leadership have been focused on setting the 2022 budget, which is never an easy task. After two years of significant uncertainty, repeated pivots, and the ramping up of club operations as we climb out of the pandemic, the board and the Budget & Finance Committee have approved restoring monthly dues to the rates approved and in effect in January 2020 — prior to the beginning of the pandemic and the subsequent decision to reduce dues for the past two years.

Following a board vote on the 2022 budget at our Dec. 1 meeting, the return to January 2020 dues rates will go into effect Jan. 1, 2022, and will appear on members’ Dec. 25 billing statements. Much thought and discussion went into this decision, and it’s important to remember that without sufficient dues, there is no MAC and the abundance of experiences offered.

There’s more information, including the dues structure for different accounts and a chart showing specifically what dues fund at MAC, on page 13.

I want to end this column by wishing you and your loved ones happy holidays. I am excited to see what next year has to offer, and I believe the future is bright for our club and the MAC community. Cheers.

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MANAGER’S COLUMN President Robert Torch Vice President Chase McPherson Secretary Reidun Zander Treasurer Stephen Brown Trustees Nathan Ayotte Kyle Goulard Mike Mathews Richard Maxwell Alison Rosenblum Mary Turina Katherine O. VanZanten Marilyn Whitaker General Manager Charles Leverton Executive Leadership Team Tech & Portfolio Director Matt Abraham Engagement Director Jason Amos Communications Director Stephanie Cameron Athletic Director Valerie Cleary Finance & Accounting Director Briana Mathias HR Director Amy Mattson Club Operations Senior Director John Sterbis

Senior Leadership Team

Portfolio Manager Patrick Martin Food & Beverage Director Erik Anderson Chief of Staff Laura Boley Interim Fitness & Wellness Manager Will Cath Club Program Director Abby DenUyl Assistant Athletic Director Chad Failla Retail Manager Conrad Hulen Technology Senior Manager Mark Marcelline Safety Manager Jeff Miller Facilities Director Elaine O’ Flynn Member Services Manager Kevin Pollack Membership Manager Jenny Robinett

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he MAC team has been busy bringing the smells of holiday food, the wonder of glittering lights, and the sounds of families laughing to the halls of this magical club. This season will be one to remember.

you stay active when you can’t come visit.

Last but not least, there was the unveiling of the new Fitness Room and a new breed of exercise classes designed to help you selfactivate as a lifelong athlete.

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Charles Leverton GENERAL MANAGER

As we all look forward to the festivities, I’d like to reflect on a year well spent. Although there most certainly have been challenges to overcome, there also is a long list of accomplishments and wins that should bring pride and cheer to this community.

Athletics The Athletics team has made great strides this year. First, there’s the addition of a best-in-class athletic director, who is going to lead a new era of MAC athletes toward a lifetime of sport and fitness. Val Cleary already has begun developing key departments, evaluating the athletics strategy, and partnering with member committees to further cement MAC’s status as America’s best community of sport. Plus, team sports have returned, and the building is filled again with a symphony of sounds, from racquets making contact and balls bouncing on hardwood to squeaking sneakers.

This year, MAC also began to see the introduction of holistic health as an integrated part of the club’s approach to creating lifetime athletes. The revised menu at Joe’s has improved access to amazing nutritious options that will fuel your day. The refreshed Recovery Room now offers free state-of-the-art options such as Normatec compression suits and Hyperice massage guns. Virtual fitness offerings continue to evolve, with significant new improvements slated for next year to ensure

MAC dining and in-person happenings also have returned with fervor. Restaurants and events are frequently at 100-percent capacity!

New culinary leader Erik Anderson has brought amazing talent to an already stellar team, which is showing that the future of MAC dining is gloriously bright. The atmosphere in club restaurants is breathtakingly vibrant. The return of families, and Family Fridays, is a welcome sight, as are the joyous sounds of friends reuniting.

Part of revitalizing event programming has been prioritizing member-centric happenings over those that do not primarily serve the MAC community. This has led to a wonderfully wide variety of new events both in the building and leveraging amazing partnerships around the region. These include “only at MAC” experiences such as a day at a treetop ropes course, a takeover of Bullwinkle’s family fun center, and numerous walking and hiking outings.

Here at the clubhouse, we are all joining Chef Philippe Boulot on his final culinary journey at MAC. During a year-long farewell tour, he is introducing us all to his prestigious network of winemakers, farmers, and culinary geniuses as he takes his final bow.

While continuing to honor many longstanding traditions, new MAC favorites have emerged, such as the Halloween Trunk or Treat and a private concert at the Oregon Zoo. Bundle all of that with the introduction of pop-up cocktails in the Reading Lounge and another amazing season with our beloved Thorns and Timbers, and you have a year for the ages.

From my family to yours, happy holidays!

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FACES OF MAC Intermediate member Ciara Riley Wilson’s acting star is rising with the recent announcement that she’s joining the cast of Netflix’s Freeridge, a spinoff of the streaming service’s On My Block, likely debuting next fall.

“I am beyond excited!,” Wilson says. “On My Block paved the way in focusing on underrepresented communities and ethnicities in the media. I’ve only had a handful of auditions that specifically called for my ethnicity — I am Filipina — and even less that are series regular roles. With two of my other castmates in Freeridge being Hispanic, and the other being Indian, I cannot stress how rare and amazing it is to be a part of something like this.”

It is Wilson’s first series regular role and she says she’s thrilled to take on that challenge. “I know it’s going to be a lot of work, but I truly can’t wait to go on this journey.

There have definitely been a lot of hardships in my experience as an actor, and when you finally get news like this, it makes it all that much more worth it.”

Wilson grew up in competitive dance, but was always interested in performing arts and knew it was something that she wanted to pursue long-term. She enrolled in acting camp at age 11 and met a manager there

MAC Aquatics serves many purposes in members’ lives, from team competition to individual recreation, and daily health maintenance to lifelong water safety. New Aquatics Manager Joshua Udermann has experience in all and looks forward to making sure all needs are served.

“I love how MAC offers something for everyone at every age — kids, adults, seniors — and for every ability — lap-fitness swimming, recreation, competition, and water fitness.”

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who helped her start auditioning locally. “I fell in love with the process and had the opportunity to do some radio voiceovers and commercials in Portland.” Itching for more after she turned 13, Wilson soon found representation in Los Angeles.

She’s now been acting professionally for nearly a decade. “This is a passion that felt ingrained in me since the beginning.

Also, it’s a career path that requires a lot of perseverance.”

She points to early experiences at MAC as formative parts of her childhood. “I have so many fond memories participating in summer dance and gymnastics camps, being on the ski team, and just spending time with family and friends at events.

Being able to express myself creatively and athletically at such a young age was so vital in my development, and I’m endlessly grateful that I was privileged enough to have those opportunities. Big thank you to all the coaches and teachers there who were there with me every step of the way!”

While Wilson hopes to pursue acting as long as she can, she says she’s also interested in fashion design and sewing. “I plan on designing my looks for press tours and red carpets next year. I’m excited to lean into the fashion side of my career more and see where that takes me.”

Udermann was introduced to the many benefits of water sports growing up, from hitting the pool to fishing and boating on a number of lakes. “My family ensured I was able to swim at a young age. I can’t stress enough that getting kids into swim lessons early gives them an opportunity to enjoy the water, but also the knowledge to respect it,” he says. “Over the years, I’ve completed dozens of water rescues working on the pool deck, and nearly all could have been prevented by wearing lifejackets and taking swim lessons.”

He brings to MAC a continued focus on making water safety a top priority for members. “Continuing to support our frontline staff of lifeguards and swim instructors is key to our success. They are instrumental in keeping swimmers safe. I also look forward to help strengthen and further build the Aquatics team and our offerings!”

Udermann grew up in Rosemount, Minnesota, a suburb south of the Twin Cities, and swam competitively for his high school and club teams while also playing baseball, basketball, track, and football. He

As for other MAC members who might be considering a similarly bold career choice, she has the following words of encouragement: “If there’s something you want to do that feels like your passion, fully lean into it!

You’re never too old or too young to pursue what feels right to you and you’ll end up doing the world a disservice by not following your purpose. If it’s basketball, keep on shooting those hoops; if it’s acting, reach out to me on Instagram at @ciararileywilson and I’ll give you some tips., If it changes every day, don’t worry. I’ve been there, too.”

was on Division I swim teams in college at Missouri State University in Springfield, and was hired as an assistant coach after graduating. “The athletes I was coaching broke every freestyle record, and the 50/100 men’s freestyle records remain today from my final year coaching with the team in 2014.”

Simultaneously he earned his Master of Science in administrative studies with an emphasis in sports management before moving to Salem, Oregon, and serving as the the city of Woodburn’s aquatics supervisor. He became head coach of the local club swim team, and managed all the operations of Woodburn’s Aquatics Center, setting him up for a comprehensive understanding of the diverse benefits of swimming.

“A big reason I decided to apply for this position at MAC was the opportunity to work with professionals in athletics and aquatics. Being able to learn, collaborate, and be part of a team that is passionate about what they do at an exceptional level.”

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lifestyle and participated in sports throughout her childhood and into college. She was inspired to start RAPID in 2009 after a serious injury that happened while running.

Continued from page 9 MAC’s new Fitness Room supports members as they pursue their own healthy journeys, but some might not be aware that the allocation of used club equipment from the space has served those in the broader Portland community, as well. Following the club’s 2021 equipment auctions, remaining items were donated by MAC to the Multnomah Athletic Foundation (MAF), which, in turn, passed them along to local nonprofit organizations. One such organization, Rehabilitation & Athletic Performance Intersecting Disability (RAPID, rapidoregon.org), supports veterans and others on the road to recovery with resources as they work to reconstruct their lives.

“At its core, the Multnomah Athletic Foundation is all about connecting underserved people with opportunities for growth, and I know that RAPID will make the most out of the MAC equipment donation,” says MAF Executive Director Lisa Bendt.

“When an adult in a young person’s life is active and moving, this is powerful modeling. Having MAC fitness equipment going to help families extends MAF’s youthfocused mission.”

RAPID’s purpose is to help people with disabilities accept, embrace, thrive, and succeed in reaching their health, wellness, and athletic performance goals. The nonprofit does this by providing an allinclusive health, rehabilitation, and social services program that focuses on life-long growth in a supportive environment. It provides a range of services, from wellness workshops to veterans retreats to accessibility training.

“Parents who are physically active can greatly influence their children’s physical activity levels. And studies from the Aspen Institute’s Project Play show that active kids will do better in life,” stated D’Anne O’Neill, MAF Grant Committee chair “So getting the fitness equipment to more adults will have a positive impact on the kids in their lives.”

As a child, RAPID Executive Director Emily Purry was diagnosed with Stargardt disease, which rendered her legally blind.

However, she still maintained an active

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“We are trying to help people achieve a healthier lifestyle. We hope this equipment goes to an individual within the communities we serve. However, if it does not, the income received from selling the donated items becomes a sustainable resource to fund the programs which directly impact our community,” says Purry. Her husband, Jamison, is on RAPID’s board, along with MAC member Marni Davis. Emily’s brother, Jeff Johnson (pictured left), is also a MAC member, and as a RAPID volunteer, helped move the equipment from the club to its new home.

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Board Update on Monthly Dues Club leadership has been hard at work planning for the future, and the Board of Trustees and the Budget & Finance Committee have approved a 2022 monthly family dues rate of $310.50.

This dues rate is the same as was in effect in January 2020 — prior to the beginning of the pandemic and the subsequent decision to reduce dues for the past two years.

Corresponding dues categories also will increase by the same relative amount, and this restoration to the 2020 rates goes into effect on Jan. 1, 2022.

Setting the budget is never an easy task, especially during an unprecedented situation such as was caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The board and Budget & Finance Committee have worked tirelessly with the Executive Leadership Team to

finalize the 2022 budget. Keeping dues at the same level they were two years ago is an accomplishment when considering the rate of inflation, improvements that have been made to the club, and the increase in experiences offered.

The club continues to rebuild from the pandemic, and dues are a necessity to keep MAC open and thriving while continuing to expand the services and experiences that we have all come to love and expect.

The goal always is to keep dues as low as possible while still providing as much value to members as possible. We’re excited about the future, and we believe we can maintain our high levels of service, safety, and quality with minimal cost increases.

—Robert Torch, President

Business Services 16% Social Member Dining, Catering & Events 4% Capital Project Funding from Dues 5%

Fixed Overhead Costs 8%

Youth Programs 1% Engagement 1% Athletics 15% Communications 3%

Executive 11% Member Services 4%

New Monthly Fee*

Resident Family $310.50 $170.80

Age 30 & Older Under 30 Resident Individual Age 30 & Older Under 30

$217.35 $119.55

Preferred Tier 1 Individual Family

$181.05 $258.70

Tier 2 Individual Family

$161.75 $231.10

Tier 3 Individual Family

$144.85 $206.95

Tier 4 Individual Family

$96.60 $137.95

Age 35 & Older Age 30-34 Under 30

Committee & Board Support 2%

Variable Committee Initiatives 3%

Dues Category

Nonresident Family

Multnomah Athletic Club 2022 Dues Breakdown

Facilities 28%

These membership dues go into effect on Jan. 1, 2022.

$124.20 $108.70 $59.75

Nonresident Individual Age 35 & Older

$86.95

Age 30-34

$76.05

Under 30

$41.85

Intermediate Semi-annually

$25.88

*Nonresident categories are billed quarterly.

Additional Notes Individual preferred membership shall be granted to an elected, resident member who meets the criteria for both age and membership tenure described below. Membership tenure is calculated upon election to membership (or associate woman membership, if applicable).

Family preferred status is granted to a family when one spouse/partner meets the preferred membership criteria as defined below: Individual Preferred Tier 1: 70 years old, 30 years membership Individual Preferred Tier 2: 75 years old, 35 years membership Individual Preferred Tier 3: 80 years old, 40 years membership Individual Preferred Tier 4: 90 years old, 50 years membership Honorary Life: 100 years old, 50 years membership

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Advancing Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: MAC’s 2021 Journey Near the end of 2020, the MAC Board of Trustees (BOT) created the ad hoc diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) committee to identify opportunities and challenges to creating a more inclusive and welcoming environment for all members. While MAC has had a storied and successful 130-year history, there have been several periods marked by exclusionary practices that impacted member recruitment and, subsequently, the member experience.

It was time to officially make DEI a club priority.

least, and retention of new members has a lot to do with them finding and feeling included in their communities of interest at the club. In October, an informal gathering was held to solicit feedback from members who recently entered MAC through the Diversity Admission Committee process (see photos on page 47) and updated processes for welcoming all new members are on the way.

Ongoing In mid-2020, MAC’s management team established seven Employee Diversity Networks, giving staff members with shared life experiences a way to connect and stay engaged. MAC’s groups are Asian/ Pacific Islander, Black, International, Latinx, LGBTQ+, Women, and Veterans.

The committee is taking this opportunity to provide an update on how things progressed in 2021, and what it hopes is on the horizon for 2022.

Spring The group’s initial task in early 2021 was evaluating responses to the 2020 Inclusion Survey, which confirmed that many club members think MAC needs to take additional steps to create a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment so that all members can thrive. Senior leadership recognized that this would be a long-term evolution. Not just an improvement to the current membership experience, but also a factor in elevating MAC’s image in the broader community and expanding opportunities for new member recruitment from an increasingly diversifying local population.

Summer The BOT took action in June to change the status of the DEI Committee from ad hoc to a standing committee. Definitions were approved for the terms diversity, equity, and inclusion as they applied specifically to MAC, and the board also adopted the following DEI statement: “Diversity makes us stronger and empowers excellence. MAC is committed to equity in its policies, practices, and programs. We pledge to create an inclusive environment for everyone. Embracing the full spectrum of humanity and diversity, in all its forms, aligns with our community’s core values.”

Advancing DEI initiatives necessitates collaboration between club management and the many committees in the club governance structure. To that end, also in June, briefings on the DEI Committee’s progress were presented to all the major committees, followed by discussions about ways to advance DEI at MAC. The overall response was positive, and several committees immediately engaged in identifying and creating opportunities to integrate DEI principles in their areas of responsibility.

From this came ideas for acknowledging and celebrating a wider range of types of member events while also including learning opportunities for attendees.

At this point, a partnership with the forward-thinking Multnomah Athletic Foundation (MAF) had already been formed to create a series of virtual Campaign for Inclusion events. Each provided a variety of personal experiences and perspectives on diversity, equity, and inclusion from MAC members and invitees from the broader community.

Fall Getting acclimated to MAC’s multitude of offerings can be challenging, to say the

Thanks to the Communications department, DEI Committee, and other members, the Case for Culture, outside the Reading Lounge, continues to display member- and staff-donated artifacts and items during heritage and history months, including Black, AAPI, Hispanic, Filipino, and Native American. It also has been used to acknowledge and celebrate MAC Scholar Athletes — a diverse group of annual MAF scholarship recipients from 30 area high schools.

Monthly and annual events, from book group discussions to celebrations of Juneteenth, LGBTQ+ Pride, Dia de los Muertos, Veterans Day, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa, are already part of club programming, with more to come.

Aligning MAC with the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion is not just the right thing to do, but also will contribute to the club’s long-term success.

The vision is for an inclusive and unparalleled membership experience for all. As the club looks forward to 2022, expect to see more evidence of diversity at MAC, from members to programs and events. There will be opportunities to “listen and learn,” enjoy food and drink from a variety of cultures, celebrate and enjoy a wide range of holidays, acknowledge memorable dates in history, and enrich lives. MAC’s journey continues.

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Family Events Committee Helps Build Lifelong Club Traditions The Family Events Committee is a social committee that strives to enrich the lives of MAC families. The group’s primary role is to plan and execute annual events such as the Father-Daughter Dance, Mother-Son Party, Easter Egg Hunt, Children’s Halloween Party, and Family New Year’s Eve Party. Committee members also play a huge advisory role as to the type of events MAC families will enjoy and how to safely execute them during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The events our committee coordinates bring people together and build community. They build lifelong positive

associations with the club for our youngest members, and some become multi-generational traditions within families.

Our focus for the coming year is safely delivering fun, community-building events for MAC families. Look for many classic MAC events with a fresh look as well as some new events.

Check the Events section of the magazine for more information about our upcoming events.

Lindsey Hern

Family Events Chair lhern.chair@themac.com

COMMITTEE MEMBERS: Lindsey Hern Emily Whiting Abby Lenneberg

We look forward to seeing you soon!

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—Lindsey Hern

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MAC Needs You! Join a Committee MAC’s committee system relies on members who volunteer their time, expertise and, most importantly, passion to improve the club experience for all. As the club heads into an exciting year of growth and programming revitalization, the committee system needs members with expertise and passion for MAC. Committee members work side-byside with MAC’s professional staff and the Board of Trustees to plan and deliver programs, carry out policies, and plan for the club’s future. The leadership, expertise, and camaraderie shared by committee members creates a unique community spirit, which is the foundation of MAC’s strong culture and governance system.

The club’s committee system currently includes 10 standing committees, four board committees, 37 specialized committees — comprised of 26 sport committees, eight social committees, and three additional specialized committees, which are open to adult members. An engaged committee member can expect to commit about three hours per month per committee, if selected. Several committees seek participants with specific qualifications or prior committee experience. Applicants are encouraged to provide a resume reflecting any relevant expertise, professional, or volunteer experience. References are not needed to serve on a committee.

Standing Committees

Sport Committees

Standing committees are defined by the Club Bylaws and report directly to the Board of Trustees. The 10 standing committees are: Athletic, Audit, Budget and Finance, Communications, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), Diversity Admissions, House, Member Events, Membership, and Property. These committees are a key component of MAC’s governance system providing input, guidance, and recommendations directly to the Board of Trustees.

Sport committees represent the voice of members in athletic activities and communicate the needs and desires of participating members to staff and Athletic Committee. In addition, sport committees create, convey, and review policies for their respective areas as needed. They also promote athletic activities to member participants. The 26 sport committees reporting to Athletic Committee are: Artistic Swimming, Basketball, Climbing, Cycling, Dance, Early Birds, Fitness & Decathlon, Golf, Group Exercise, Gymnastics, Handball, Karate, Outdoor Activities, Pickleball, Pilates, Racquetball, Ski, Squash, Swim, Tennis, Triathlon & Running, Volleyball, Walking & Hiking, Water Fitness, Water Volleyball, and Yoga.

Board and Ad Hoc Committees Board committees are designed to provide expert advice to the board on club business decisions. The four board committees are: Food & Beverage, Human Resources, Land Use, and Technology Advisory. Ad hoc committees are established to provide member guidance on a specific initiative or project and are assembled by the board. Currently, the ad hoc committees are: Campus Master Plan, Facility Access, Food & Beverage Budget Revamp, and Membership Initiatives.

Specialized Committees Specialized committees provide further expertise and insight to a standing committee. While most specialized committees follow under the sport or social categories, the club has three additional specialized committees which are Arts, Community Involvement, and Investments. These committees report to Property, Communications, and Budget & Finance, respectively.

Social Committees Social committees represent the voice of members in MAC’s wide range of non-athletic offerings and events. They help in event planning and promotion, and provide volunteers to prepare for and assist at events. The eight social committees reporting to Member Events Committee are: 20s/30s, Balladeers, Culture & Style, Family Events, Holiday Decorating, Junior Events, MelloMacs, and Social Activities.

Submit a committee interest form available via themac.com no later than 5 p.m. Friday, Dec. 31. The upcoming committee term is April 2022-March 2025. For more information, assistance, or questions contact committees@themac.com.

The Committee Expo, 5:30-7:30 p.m Friday, Dec. 10 is a terrific way to learn about the club’s governance system. Come speak with current committee members to learn about each committee.

New members are especially encouraged to attend and apply to join a committee. Complimentary food and a hosted drink are served. There is no cost to attend; registration is required. EXPO101

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Don’t Miss Nominations for McAlpin Award The Member Events Committee is accepting nominations for the prestigious McAlpin Award. This honor is given to an individual who shows extraordinary service to MAC in the area of social activities.

The successful candidate shall represent the highest level of dedication and commitment to the club, and shall have exemplified qualities of leadership, committee participation, and consistent service through the development and execution of the club’s social offerings. This person should be the ultimate volunteer.

Nominations may be made by an individual, group, or committee. The nominee may have been a volunteer on one or more of the following committees: Member Events, Culture & Style, Junior Events, Family Events, MelloMacs, Balladeers, Holiday Decorating, Social Activities, 20s/30s, and the former Midday Luncheon Series, Entertainment, Singles, and Women’s Activities Committees. They may have also made an outstanding contribution to the social activities of the club while not participating in the committee system.

Consideration is also given to service on major committees as well as to Multnomah Athletic Foundation and MACorps participation.

This award was first given in the early 1990s and is named after the first MAC president, Arthur McAlpin. If a member knows of a worthy candidate and would like to see them recognized for their efforts, they can nominate them on the MAC website. Members may also email adenuyl@themac.com or call 503-517-6600 for more information. Nominations must be received by Friday, Dec 17.

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IN MEMORIAM Please send obituaries for current and former MAC members to wingedm@ themac.com. Submissions should be 500 words or less and may be edited for MAC style, grammar, and clarity.

Lyle Francis Adams April 10, 1946-Sept. 5, 2021 Native Portlander and lifelong NW Portland resident Lyle F. Adams passed away on Sept. 5 after a short stay at Regency Park Memory Care.

Lyle was born at Wilcox Memorial Hospital April 10, 1946, and grew up on NW Cornell Road, where he enjoyed an idyllic early childhood attending Chapman Elementary School and playing ball with his neighborhood friends at Wallace Park.

He made lasting friendships which carried through into adulthood. These years became the precious memories of his youth.

Lyle was a proud member of the Lincoln High School Class of 1964. Reunions with classmates and basketball teammates were not to be missed. He truly considered it his good fortune to be born in this particular time and place.

Lyle attended Portland State University and graduated with a business degree in 1968. That summer, he married fellow student, Linda Snyder. They lived in Salem for the years he attended Willamette Law School and after he graduated in 1971, they returned to Portland where Lyle was employed as a tax accountant at Arthur Andersen. He later worked independently as a CPA, eventually becoming treasurer for Gregory Affiliates in Portland. The last phase of his career was as a telecommunications cost consultant and partner at Solberg/Adams.

Lyle’s greatest joy in life was his son, Peter, born in 1980. He enjoyed volunteering as a soccer and baseball coach, but he especially loved coaching his son’s youth basketball teams. Outings to Blazer games and weekend rounds at Riverside Golf Club were favorite father-son activities for many years. He was a member of the Multnomah Athletic Club and a volunteer for the Hillside Neighborhood Association.

Although Lyle’s world diminished with his diagnosis of dementia, he continued to enjoy his family and friends.

Lyle was predeceased by his parents, Lyle M. Adams and F. Marian Adams. He is survived by his wife, Linda; his son, Peter; sister, Susan Adams; and nephew, Brett Veatch. Private interment has taken place.

The family wishes to thank Legacy Hospice, Regency Park, Dr. Belinda Siu, and Dr. Stephen Baugh of Legacy Good Samaritan. Donations in Lyle’s name may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association and Friends of Lincoln High School.

Charles “Chuck” Grayson Dimon Jr. Nov. 24, 1928-Oct. 27, 2021 Charles “Chuck” Grayson Dimon Jr. died on Oct. 27 in Portland, Oregon. He was born on Nov. 24, 1928 in New York City to Sarah Jane Talbot Dimon and Charles Grayson Dimon, followed by his younger sister Diane. He spent his youth between New York and the family farm in Roxbury, Connecticut. In 1946, Chuck moved to Portland to live with his grandfather, Guy W. Talbot. He spent his high school years at Lincoln High School and Cate School and attended the University of Oregon.

In 1951, Chuck attended the Naval Aviation Cadet program, launching a successful, 30-year career in the U.S. Navy. He received a bachelor’s degree in political science from the Naval Postgraduate School and a master’s from George Washington University. In 1973, he became a professor of Naval Science (NROTC program) at Oregon State University. A career Navy pilot, Chuck flew five naval aircraft, logged more than 5,400 flight hours, made more than 350 combat missions, and amassed over 900 aircraft carrier landings. His favorite aircraft were the F8 Bearcat and F8 Crusader. He was awarded a Bronze Star and many other commendations for his service during the

Vietnam War. He retired from the Navy as a captain in 1977. He then founded Memory Lane Motors in SE Portland, turning his lifelong hobby of collecting antique cars into a thriving business. He retired in the mid-1990s after selling the business. He gave back to his community as president of the SE Rotary and contributed many hours to S.M.A.R.T. and Meals on Wheels. Chuck was a longtime member of the Multnomah Athletic Club and enjoyed many hours in the pool.

He was an animal lover and had many dogs over the years. In his younger years, his family raised English setters and won awards at Westminster.

In 1953 he married Elizabeth J. Fitzgibbon. They raised four children together. After living in San Diego and Monterey, California, and Newport, Rhode Island they settled back in Portland.

Elizabeth died in 1991.

In 1995, after an introduction by mutual friends, Chuck met Beverly. They married in 1999. They enjoyed extensive world travels together and resided in Portland and at their second home on the Oregon Coast in Gearhart. Their doors were always open for friends and family to gather.

Chuck will be greatly missed and remembered for his loyalty, compassion, kindness, quick wit as well as his passion for animals, collector cars, and the U.S. Navy.

He is survived by his wife, Beverly Frances Dimon, his children: Charles Dimon III, David Dimon (Christie), Diane Snow (Dan), and Carolyn Dimon; stepchildren: Kerry Panton (Bill), Anne Harrison (John), Lesley Vermaas (John), Jack Healy (Suzanne), and Kathleen Healy (Peter); and grandchildren.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Multnomah Athletic Foundation or Oregon Humane Society.

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Mary Elizabeth Gambee June 10, 1954 - May 9, 2021 Mary E. Gambee left this world too soon. She died unexpectedly, surrounded by her family, from complications of a stroke. She was 66 years old.

Mary graduated from St. Mary’s College, Notre Dame with a bachelor’s degree in art history. She went on to pursue graduate studies in art history at the University of Chicago.

Mary’s financial acuity was a thread throughout her life. After completing her post-baccalaureate studies in accounting at Portland State University, she joined Coopers & Lybrand as a CPA. Later, she worked in investor relations at U.S. Bancorp achieving CFA Level I. The crowning jewel of Mary’s professional career, however, was as business manager at the French American International School. She was also an active member in her community, serving as secretary of the Board of Trustees at the Multnomah Athletic Club and on finance committees of The Racquet Club and The Town Club.

Mary was the eldest of L. Phaon and Patricia Gambee’s seven children. Her parents preceded her in death. She is survived by her husband of nearly 30 years, Michael Mulholland, her daughter Annie Patrick (Lucas); siblings, Joan Mahalic (Drew), Matthew Gambee (Margie), Martha Sensenbrenner (John), Louis Gambee, Valerie DeVoe (Patrick), Edwin Gambee (Karen); and many beloved nieces and nephews.

Mary loved fiercely as a wife, mother, and friend. Her strength of character and unyielding sense of fairness were hallmarks of her life. She was a woman of style, lived her too short life with élan and was a voracious reader. Mary loved traveling with her family and friends, although she was partial to Paris.

A celebration of Mary’s life was held during the summer. Please consider a donation to the Mary E. Gambee Financial Aid Fund at the French American International School, Portland Arts & Lectures, or to a charity of one’s choice.

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Baking Beauty into Every Bite Dessert is an art form thanks to creativity of club’s pastry chef

By Jake Ten Pas

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hen Shelby Page-Wilson was a wee girl of 5-8 years old, she and her sister used to travel from Portland to the small town of Biggs, California, to visit her Grandma Cooper, who first taught her to bake. “She’d save those little tins from pot pies, because they used to come in metal tins, and we’d get to make our own. We’d pick blackberries, and then my sister and I would make our own little pies while my grandma made a big blackberry pie. She made the dough for us, and we weren’t allowed to help her with her pie because she didn’t want us to ruin it.”

This isn’t a rite of passage story, where one day Page-Wilson graduated to getting to help make the main dessert attraction.

Grandma Cooper didn’t mess around.

The real rite of passage came many years later, when Page-Wilson earned

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the title of MAC pastry chef after rolling through many different jobs, trying to find her bliss. Now, ask a MAC member about their favorite treat at Joe’s, and her pumpkin muffins are likely to be top of the list.

Having Holiday Tea at the club this season?

Those are Page-Wilson’s coconutty Haupia cakes and raspberry poppyseed shortbread cookies complementing the Steven Smith Teas. When the smell of cinnamon rolls comes a-wafting through the hallways, she is the likely source of sudden drops in member willpower.

“It’s a living art form. It’s also a challenge. There’s always something to learn, something new to try,” Page-Wilson says of what motivates her to keep creating such decadent delights. For some who bake, it might be the rapturous expressions on the faces of those enjoying their creations that keep them coming back to the oven. For

her, it’s the structural intricacies, aesthetic ambitions, and added visual experience that results from careful planning and informed improvisation. “When you’re trying something complicated, like making a laminated dough, and it turns out just right, it’s like, ‘I did it!’”

In 2015, Page-Wilson teamed up with her coworkers at Sellwood’s Piece of Cake Bakery to compete in, and ultimately win, the Cooking Channel’s Sugar Showdown.

They did it by passing round one with a chocolate espresso ganache cake filled with sour cherries, the surprise ingredient. To win it all, they crushed another surprise ingredient, potato chips, into an oatmeal cake with coconut frosting. “It was beach themed, so we made a blue cake textured with waves and a little ground chip sand on top,” she says.

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The skills necessary to realize such evocative visions were developed while working in Reno, Nevada. “I worked in one of the casinos, and they put me in the decorating room. I learned how to decorate cakes there, which was really enjoyable.”

Page-Wilson moved there following her graduation from Western Culinary Institute, where she enrolled at her father’s urging after he witnessed her growing love of the kitchen arts. “Then, I moved back to Portland and I applied to MAC after my mom sent me newspaper clippings about the opening.”

After a year and a half, she still wasn’t sure that she’d found her forever career and quit to try something else. Finding herself “bored to tears” working at AT&T Wireless in bankruptcy probate, MAC once again beckoned, and she ended up unwittingly applying for her old job. The next decade was spent refining the baking skills that were a key part of Page-Wilson’s role.

In addition to her full-time job, she worked extra hours at Piece of Cake, absorbing the wisdom and technique of senior designer Diane Bell and owner Marilyn Devault, the latter of which would be her teammate on Sugar Showdown.

She quit her side hustle when two major life events happened practically simultaneously in 2017. Page-Wilson was promoted to the title of pastry chef, and she married her former club coworker, Jeffrey Wilson.

“I didn’t really have time to do two jobs anymore! That way, I could be most flexible here and still spend some time with my husband and dogs,” she explains.

Page-Wilson also asserts that if she ever had doubts about her career choice, they were obliterated over the past few years. In 2019, she was diagnosed with cancer, and the way her teammates rallied around her still brings her to tears.

“I’ve had a lot of fun here and met a lot of people. But when I was going through treatment, everybody was really, really supportive and helpful. Chef [Philippe Boulot] said, ‘Whatever you need,’ and I really appreciated him, Deanna [Bascom], Phil [Oswalt], and April [Ramos] because I felt like I could go through treatment. I wasn’t worried about not having a job, and Jessica and Katie did a lot of extra work.”

Nevertheless, Page-Wilson worked during treatment, finding the physical movement therapeutic. She persevered through surgery, eight rounds of chemo,

and 25 radiation treatments, only occasionally having to miss a day. The pandemic closed the club for a stretch of time, and she continued to participate in virtual cooking classes. Now, according to her doctors, she exhibits no evidence of disease, and looks the picture of health as she stands over a tray of her confections, smiling.

Asked what separates those who prefer baking from those partial to cooking, PageWilson ventures, “I think with baking you have to be a little more patient. I’ve heard a lot of cooks over the years say, ‘I can’t bake because I’m not patient enough to wait for things to be ready or mix properly.’ I know everybody says, ‘You absolutely have to follow the recipe,’ but you do have a little wiggle room. Small tweaks make the end product a bit different. You want it sweeter, you add a little more sugar, but if you add too much sugar, you’ll probably ruin it.”

If Grandma Cooper could see her now, she’d probably say Page-Wilson got her life just right. Whether she’d let her granddaughter help out with the big pie is still anyone’s guess.

(top to bottom): Chocolate bete noir with caramel mousse, hazelnut meringue, and blackberry sauce; a selection of cupcakes decorated for the winter dessert season.

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CULINARY CALENDAR Wine Dinners in 26 Founders Each multicourse, member-only meal begins at 6 p.m. with a 30-minute cocktail and appetizer reception followed by a multicourse sit-down meal at 6:30 p.m. The cost is $95, inclusive of service charge. These ticketed events have a 50-person capacity. Seating is on a first-come first-served basis. Make a reservation via themac.com using the quick registration codes provided below.

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Sports Pub Specials for All Ages Sunday Fun Day

Oregon Seafood with Rex Hill

French Master Italian Menu Chef Menu with with Ponzi Vineyards Résonance

Thursday, Dec. 2

Thursday, Dec. 9

Thursday, Dec. 16

An elegant menu of dishes prepared with French influences by Master Chef Philippe Boulot is paired with Résonance wines. The evening’s guest of honor is winemaker Guillaume Large.

Each attendee leaves with a copy of the Master Chefs of France cookbook, signed by Chef Boulot. RFD001

Four-courses of Italianinspired dishes, including seafood cannelloni, gnocchi a la arabiatta, and osso bucco are paired with vintages from the Willamette Valley’s Ponzi Vineyards.

The evening’s special guest is Maria Ponzi, who is available to answer questions throughout the evening.

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This four-course dining experience features Pacific Northwest seafood, including mussels, Oregon bay shrimp, and Coho salmon, paired with wines from Rex Hill Winery & Vineyards.

A representative from the winery is on hand to answer questions throughout the evening. RHH001

Sundays might mean the weekend is wrapping up, but at MAC, they’re filled with great deals on food for kids, plus diversions galore. Games in the Cornerstone Lounge include giant Jenga, ping pong, and cornhole. Order dinner from the Sports Pub menu; special kid’s meals are $4. No reservations required.

Microbrew Monday

On Mondays, microbrews are just $4.

Two Dollar Tuesday

Don’t miss $2 glasses of champagne each Tuesday.

Wine Wednesday

Enjoy half-off select bottles of wine on Wednesdays.

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Wed.-Sat. 4-9 p.m.

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Healthy Resolutions Cooking Class 6:30-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 11 Join Chef Philip Oswalt for an intimate cooking class sure to get the new year off to a healthy start. Each course is modeled for the class and each student leaves with a full box of ingredients and recipes to try at home. The cost is $65 per person inclusive of service charge; healthful, light appetizers are served during the demonstration.

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Monday-Friday 6 a.m.-9 p.m.

Saturday 11 a.m.-9 p.m.

Sunday 11 a.m.-8 p.m.

Sunset Bistro

Monday-Friday 4-8 p.m.

Joe’s

Mon.-Fri. 6 a.m-7 p.m.

Reservations are still recommended, but not required, for the Sunset Bistro and 1891. Visit the Dining page at themac.com to make a reservation and for the most up-to-date hours.

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Dreams Take Flight Through Athletics

With MAC member support, MAF increasing access to sport and education Story: Laurie Harquail Photography: Craig Mitchelldyer Photo design: Katie Larson

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hether it’s called movement, play, athletics, or sport, Multnomah Athletic Foundation (MAF) is committed to increasing access to participation and education for youth. Ultimately, it’s not the actual sport or even the precise skills that matter most — it’s the life lessons acquired along the way that make a lasting impression.

When MAF funds athletic participation, youth are provided with the chance to acquire skills that extend beyond the playing field and introduce new possibilities into their lives. By supporting nonprofit organizations that support kids in underserved and underfunded communities, the foundation helps create a more equitable space for learning and opportunities.

In the spirit of MAF’s mission, four members of the MAC community share how embracing sports helped them unlock their potential, gave their dreams wings, and enhanced their lives.

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The Power of Preparation In seventh grade, Earl Martin, Multnomah Athletic Club’s new head basketball coach tried out for his junior high’s basketball team — and didn’t make it. Ten students were selected, and he was the eleventh. “Missing making the team by one really stayed with me,” Martin explains. “I told myself I was not going to let that happen again, so I put in the extra time.” His efforts paid off. When he tried out the following year, he made the team.

As gratifying as that was, for Martin the most important part of the story was learning that his work ethic was directly related to achieving his goals.

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Martin’s commitment to basketball, and to what it takes to play well, became a throughline in his life. He went on to play junior varsity and varsity basketball in high school, which led to a college basketball scholarship to Oregon State University, and, ultimately, a professional coaching career.

He notes that playing college basketball was exciting and there were certainly peak moments — like sinking two free throws in the final seconds of a close game for the win — which he attributes to many hours of practice. He points out that the greater reward was that basketball provided him with a path to higher education.

When asked to sum up what he’s learned from basketball, Martin cites a consistent work ethic. “Basketball taught me about the power of preparation. Whether it’s a

game, a job interview, or your career, when you’re prepared, that’s when you can be your best.”

Thriving Through Teamwork and Good Communication As a freshman at Jesuit High School, 14-year-old Dillon Garg has a demanding schedule that includes schoolwork, an active social life, and playing on a club baseball team.

Baseball has shown him the importance of teamwork, perseverance, and a sound work ethic. In particular, the work ethic serves him well with the sport and his studies. “You can’t slack off during a game, and you can’t slack off studying, either,” he says.

The sport also has a social component that has allowed him to build meaningful

relationships that go beyond the game.

“Since baseball has a slower pace than other sports, you tend to have more time to connect with your teammates. In some ways, you are hanging out with your friends during a game,” he explains. Garg notes that baseball demands effective teamwork and communication. “You can’t play good baseball if you don’t have good team chemistry.”

His knowledge of baseball has also influenced his community work. As a MAF Youth Grant Initiative (YGI) cohort member, his understanding of the value of sport helped him assess various nonprofits applying for grant funding through the foundation.

His expertise came into play again for a community event with Special Olympics Unified Sports, where high school baseball players play a game alongside youth athletes.

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Clearing Hurdles, Humility, and Respect MAC Scholar Athlete Xian Hartenstein hails from an active family. Her father was an All-American in hurdles, and her mother is a strong swimmer having grown up on the beaches in Busan, South Korea. Hartenstein, a 17-year-old junior at Westview High School, attributes her interest in track and field, and swimming, to her parents. Currently, Hartenstein is captain of the varsity hurdles and sprint team and started playing varsity water polo this fall.

“Sport is the ultimate teacher,” she says.

“Through athletics I have learned the importance of resiliency, integrity, and respect. It’s also taught me the importance of humility, since in sports there are always different outcomes.”

Through athletics, and her interactions with coaches and fellow teammates, Hartenstein has discovered she enjoys socializing with all kinds of people — both young and old. “Everyone has a story worth hearing,” says Hartenstein.

As a child, Hartenstein experienced pulmonary edema, and it looked like the condition might limit her ability to play sports and steer her more towards academics. As it turns out, she excels at both.

“Having experienced a health issue as a child makes me grateful every day for my opportunities,” she explains.

Athletics has also helped her discover new possibilities. During her sophomore year, her hurdles performance improved quickly, and it became apparent if she continues on her current trajectory, she could potentially compete in college. “I always ran just for fun, then competitive track and field led to more opportunities,” says Hartenstein. “It opened a door.”

Discovering Sport and Developing Confidence Although Kim Monahan participated in sports in her youth, she connected more seriously with them as an adult. In particular, her husband was passionate about skiing and their daughters participated in ski racing at Mt. Hood. Monahan skied occasionally while growing up, but it was when her daughters started to learn that she was exposed to the sport on a regular basis.

“When my girls were small and just learning to ski, I would hold them between my knees, and we would go down the hill together. That’s how I started spending more time on the hill. Then they started taking lessons, and so did I. Now, I am a confident skier, which is something I developed as an adult.

“Prior to picking up skiing, I was confident socially and professionally, but not athletically,” says Monahan. “I was a teacher, and as a teacher you talk a lot

about grit — a student’s willingness to work at something and the ability to prepare.

Skiing helped me develop athletic grit.”

Monahan’s connection to sports does not stop with skiing, and she has completed three sprint triathlons. Her husband and daughter Jacqui, who is currently a foundation board member, were the first to participate in triathlons. Now several family members partake, including sonsin-law and grandsons. Monahan notes that along with the physical benefits, triathlons have created opportunities for new social connections and family bonding, which she finds rewarding.

She continues to explore new activities. Recently, she and husband, Doug, got into mountain biking. “We aren’t daredevils, but we do enjoy getting out and riding the trails,” she says. Her youngest daughter commented that she thought it was cool her parents picked up a new sport at their age. “Without intending to, somehow our choices have inspired our children, and that’s a win.”

The Multnomah Athletic Foundation enables underserved youth in the community with access to the environment, coaches, and resources that are needed to fully participate in life. This work is made possible through financial support, and volunteered time and talent. Learn more about the amazing nonprofit partners and educational scholarships at MultnomahAthleticFoundation.com. WM

Brianna and Whitney Miller, the artists and owners of Divine Artworks, are the creative team behind the wings on this month’s magazine cover. The foundation prides itself on being a space to gather people and possibilities from the community together. Jacqui Monahan, the foundation’s Communications Committee chair, and a board member, introduced MAF to her sorority sisters as a possible partner to bring the vision of the wings to life for scholarship events in the summer of 2021. Thank you to all who made this community connection possible.

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EVENTS Thursday, Dec. 2 Holiday Open House: Ice Skating Sessions every 30 minutes, 3-7:30 p.m.

Ice skating is coming to the Turnaround during the Holiday Open House.

HOL002 - waitlist only

Holiday Open House: Gingerbread House Decorating 4:30-6 p.m. and 6:30-8 p.m.

Families decorate pre-constructed gingerbread houses in the Grand Ballroom.

HOL003, HOL0034 - waitlist only

Oregon Seafood Wine Dinner with Rex Hill 6-9 p.m.

Enjoy a four-course dinner featuring Oregon seafood paired with featured winery Rex Hill. See page 29 for more information.

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Tree-lighting ceremony at the 2019 Holiday Open House.

Select December and January events and classes are listed here. Check the MAC@Home webpage for a more complete list of in-person and virtual offerings.

Wednesdays, Dec. 1-29 Recess Games 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Junior members ages 7-14 are welcome to burn off some energy and join in on some fun games in the West Gym — kickball, basketball, relay races, and more. No reservations needed.

Wednesday Dec. 1Wednesday, Dec. 15 Giving Tree

3-8 p.m.

The Holiday Decorating Committee invites members to spend the evening celebrating this year’s theme: Holidays in the Rose City. The festivities begin at 3 p.m. with ice skating (registration required) and a Holiday Bazaar and are followed by gingerbread house decorating (registration required), a photo booth, caroling with the Balladeers and MelloMacs, and a performance by the MAC Company Dancers.

The tree-lighting ceremony is scheduled to take place at 6:15 p.m. There’s a rumor that Santa will make an appearance.

No registration required.

Holiday Bazaar 3-8 p.m.

Support Friendly House and Morrison Child and Family Services this holiday season by picking out a gift tag from the Giving Tree in the MAC lobby and returning the gift

by Dec. 15. Gifts are child-specific, and members are asked to leave them unwrapped under the tree with the tag attached.

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The Culture & Style Committee is pleased to introduce the Holiday Bazaar taking place during the Holiday Open House.

Come find that perfect gift from one of 12 local, artisinal vendors. No registration required. HOL005 - for more info

Friday, Dec. 3 Tennis Holiday Smash Party 5-7p.m.

Join MAC Tennis for this family-friendly event on Courts 5-7. There’s a tennis exhibition hosted by Head Coach Paul Reber and red balls are used for all-ages play.

Appetizers and non-alcoholic beverages are available as well as a no-host beer and wine.

There is no cost, but members must register by Nov. 19. TENSMASH21

Holiday Drag Queen Bingo 7:30-9:30 p.m.

Poison Waters hosts the evening, with plenty of quick wit and entertaining performances between calls. This event is 21 and older. HMEV001 - waitlist only

Family Friday: Hockey Night 6-8:30 p.m.

Bring the whole family for a night of free fun. Food concessions are available for purchase. Registration is required. There is no cost to attend. FAM108

Don’t miss Sport Pub food and drink specials for all ages!

Every Sunday-Wednesday.

Details on page 29.

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Sunday, Dec. 5 MAC Dance Company Holiday Tea Noon, 3 & 6 p.m.

Saturday, Dec. 4 Group Exercise Pop-Up Classes and Holiday Social 8:30 a.m.-1 p.m.

Join fellow members for Group Ex and Water Fitness pop-up classes starting at 8:30 a.m. Festive holiday-inspired outfits are encouraged. Following classes, the fun keeps going with a Holiday Social at the Bistro starting at 11 a.m. Cool down, enjoy protein snowballs and pomegranate mimosas and celebrate the amazing group exercise community! HOLI100 - waitlist only for social

Holiday 3x3 Basketball Classic 2-5 p.m.

It’s the first annual MAC indoor 3x3 basketball tournament! Teams are picked by organizers to ensure parity and equity.

Requests can be made, but are not guaranteed. Open to men and women, 18 years and older, and their junior members, upon request. All members who participate must be vaccinated. The cost is $15 per player and includes hoops, beer, soda, and snacks.

Proof of vaccination is required. CAB124

Saturdays and Sundays, Dec. 4-19 (except Dec. 5) Holiday Tea in 1891 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

Chef Philip Oswalt collaborates with Portland’s Steven Smith Teamaker to select tea blends perfect for the occasion. The cost is $28 for adults and $15 for little sippers, with a hot chocolate option (prices do not include gratuity). Glutenfree and vegan options available with 48 hours advance notice. Reservations are made through OpenTable via themac.com/ dining. This event is for members only.

The MAC Dance Company presents a Holiday Tea featuring variations from The Nutcracker and other holiday-inspired performances. There are three seatings for this event, with a delectable assortment of goodies. The cost is $45 per adult and $35 for children ages 8 and younger. TEA100

Monday, Dec. 6 Big Picture Book Group 7 p.m.

In this non-fiction reading/discussion group, there is a shared interest in expanding one’s knowledge base beyond traditional perspectives. The group reads from voices that might challenge their bubbled, or privileged, or otherwise limited views. The book chosen for December is Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer. Contact Virginia Terhaar, tvirginia@gmail.com, for more details.

Tuesday, Dec. 7, and Wednesday, Dec. 8 Holiday Entertaining 101 Cooking Class 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Learn tips and techniques for festive cooking and entertaining from Chef Philip Oswalt. Watch in-depth demonstrations of each course and leave with a full box of ingredients and recipes to try at home.

Thursdays, Dec. 9-30 Juniors Chess Open Play 2:30-6 p.m.

Open play chess is happening on Thursday afternoons right outside the Junior Lounge. Grab a friend and practice those chess skills! No reservations needed.

Thursday, Dec. 9 Holiday Hops & Home Buying 6-8 p.m.

Thinking of buying a home? Concerned about the volatility of Portland’s real estate market? Join the 20s/30s Committee and find out what you need to know from two of Portland’s top 1 percent agents: Tori Buck and Michael Green. An informational session is followed by a Q&A and social hour that includes a hosted beer. There is no cost to attend; registration required.

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French Master Chef Wine Dinner with Résonance 6-9 p.m.

An elegant menu of dishes prepared with French influences by Master Chef Philippe Boulot is paired with Résonance wines. See page 29 for more information. RFD001

Friday, Dec. 10 Committee Expo 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Wednesdays, Dec. 8 & 22 Liven Up the Lounge Happy Hour

Come speak with current committee members to learn about each committee.

New members are especially encouraged to attend and apply to join a committee.

Complimentary food and a hosted drink are served. There is no cost to attend; registration is required. EXPO101

5-7 p.m.

Family Friday: Holiday Festivities

Swing by the Reading Lounge for Happy Hour every second and fourth Wednesday for casual socializing plus $5 microbrews and house wines by the glass. No registration is required.

6-8:30 p.m.

COOK300, COOK400 - waitlist only

Bring the whole family for a special holiday-themed night of festive fun, including classic bounce houses and holiday crafts and activities. Registration is required.

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Saturday, Dec. 11Sunday, Dec. 12 MAC Fitness & Wellness University: Training the Athlete for Performance with Guido Van Ryssegem Learn about and practice exercises related to athletic training for strength, hypertrophy, and speed and agility. The class covers the latest scientific evidence, explores all the variables behind these training adaptations, and ultimately attendees practice the exercises specific to all three methods. Prepare to be physically challenged! Guido Van Ryssegem has been in clinical practice for 37 years and has been working in the strength and conditioning arena for nearly 30 years. The cost is $300 for members and $350 for guests.

Lunch is provided both days. WELL100

Saturday, Dec. 11 OAAS Figure and Technical Routine Meet

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Friday, Dec. 10 Wreath Making with Darling Dahlia Floral

1-6 p.m., West Pool

6:30-8 p.m.

Learn to create a unique holiday wreath using seasonal greenery such as fir, pine, cedar, and eucalyptus and leave with a custom 14-inch winter wreath that will last through the holiday season. FLORAL002 waitlist only

Saturday, Dec. 11 Irv Alten Handball Holiday Classic 8 a.m.-1 p.m.

The annual exchange for handball players of all levels, sponsored by the Irv Alten Foundation and the MAC Handball Committee. Bring a can or two of food or a check donation made out to the Oregon Food Bank. Pizza and beer are provided.

No registration required.

Table Manners (Ages 7-12) 10-11:30 a.m.

Brush up on table manners before the holidays with this fun luncheon workshop led by Chef Brian Quinn, formerly of Ivy House Restaurant. A light lunch is provided. YPA229 - waitlist only

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OAAS (Oregon Association of Artistic Swimming) is hosting the first in-person competition since February 2020. Members are encouraged to drop by the West Pool to support the MAC Artistic Swimming (Synchro) team.

Sunday, Dec 12 Children’s Holiday Party 9-10 a.m., 10-11 a.m. & 11 a.m.-noon Join the Family Events Committee for the annual Children’s Holiday Party. Enjoy train rides in the Turnaround, games, and cookie decorating in the Grand Ballroom.

MAC Company dancers perform at each session and Santa is on site for professional pictures for an additional cost. Parents can enjoy a no-host bar with mimosas and Bloody Marys. This is a members-only event. HMEV002 - waitlist only

Monday, Dec. 13 Holiday Ornament Exchange 9-11 a.m.

MAC seniors are invited to gather by the fireplace in the Reading Lounge to enjoy a holiday ornament exchange along with coffee and pastries. There is no cost, but each attendee is asked to bring a new, wrapped ornament in the $5-15 price range. Proof of vaccination is required to attend this event. JOLLY100

Wednesday, Dec. 15 MAC ZooLights Night 5-9 p.m.

Join fellow MAC members at the Oregon Zoo’s highly anticipated holiday ZooLights. ZOO200 - waitlist only

Thursday, Dec. 16 Ponzi Vineyards and Italian Fare 6-9 p.m.

Enjoy a four-course Italian menu paired with wines from Ponzi Vineyards. See page 29 for more information. OTPV001

Friday, Dec. 17 Junior Lounge Holiday Party 3:30-5:30 p.m.

Juniors ages 7-14 are invited to a holiday party in the Junior Lounge. Wear some festive attire, play games, craft, enjoy holiday music, and celebrate in style. No reservations needed.

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Saturday, Dec. 18 Jingle Bell 5K Walk/Run 9 a.m., Turnaround Join the most fun and festive holiday 5k fun-run around! Start and finish in the MAC Turnaround. Don’t forget to get a picture taken with Juniper the Elf at the end. Coffee, hot chocolate, and muffins are provided. The cost is $5 to attend.

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Winter Cookie Decorating Class 2-3 p.m.

MAC pastry chef Shelby Page-Wilson teaches how to decorate cookies with a winter theme. Learn techniques and designs that can be recreated at home. Each kit comes with six cookies, decorations, and frosting. The class is best suited toward adults and children ages 5 and older.

COOKIE002 - waitlist only

IMX Swim Invitational 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m., 50-meter Pool IMX stands for Individual Medley Extreme — a competition in which swimmers from different age groups swim events of each stroke and an IM event. This year, MAC competes against Beaverton Area Aquatic Club and Forest Grove Swim Club.

Members are encouraged to drop by the pool to support the MAC Swim Team.

Sunday, Dec. 19 Kids Holiday Movie Night 3-5 p.m.

This family-friendly event features a special showing of Polar Express on a big screen in the Grand Ballroom. Families are encouraged to dine in the Sports Pub before the event. The cost is $12 per member.

Registration is required. Members only.

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Monday, Dec. 20 Junior Lounge Ornament Decorating 2 p.m.

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Join fellow juniors ages 7-14 for ornament decorating in the Junior Lounge. No reservations needed.

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Monday, Dec. 20 History Book Group 6:30 p.m.

The book chosen for this month is The Pioneers: The Heroic Story of the Settlers Who Brought the American Ideal West by David McCullough. Contact Chet Orloff for more information: chetorloff@gmail.com or 503-805-5461.

Tuesday, Dec. 21 One-on-One Tennis Doubles Tournament 6:15 p.m.

This competition is a new format for 3.5-4.0 level men and 4.0-4.5 level women.

The cost is $15 per player. Beer is complimentary and a no-host bar will be open for players to purchase other beverages.

Proof of vaccination is required to attend.

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Friday, Dec. 31 Family New Year’s Party 6-9:30 p.m.

Join the celebration of MAC’s 130th birthday at this year’s Family New Year’s Eve Party. The evening features a delicious buffet, a DJ and dancing, bounce houses, a photo booth, and, of course, the East Coast balloon drop at 9 p.m. The party takes place in the Main Gym with dinner in Ainsworth/Lownsdale. HMEV003

- waitlist only

Sunday-Monday, Jan. 2 & 3 Holiday Un-Decorating 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Wednesday, Jan. 5 Broadway Across America: The Bands Visit

Though not as glamorous as decorating, the Holiday Decorating Committee invites all members to join the fun of un-decorating the club. The three volunteer shifts are: 9 a.m.- noon, 1-4 p.m., or 9 a.m-4 p.m., but if participants only have an hour or two available, please sign up. Volunteers ages 10 and older are invited to lend a hand. Juniors must be accompanied by an adult if under age 13.

Continental breakfast and lunch buffet are provided each day. PDX006, PDX007

The Band’s Visit is about a band of musicians who arrive lost in a small desert town. The story shows how the band brings the town to life in unexpected and exciting ways.

The cost to attend is $110 per ticket and includes transportation to and from Keller Auditorium. A bus leaves MAC at 7 p.m. Reservations are firm; cancellations or reductions in party size are not allowed.

Proof of vaccination required. SHOW003

Wednesdays, Jan. 5-26 Recess Games 3:30-4:30 p.m.

New Year’s Party 21+ 8 p.m.-12:30 a.m.

Ring in 2022 with MAC! Join fellow members for a 21+ New Year’s Eve party hosted by the Social Activities Committee.

The event features late-night snacks, a DJ and dancing, a selfie photo station, a champagne toast, specialty cocktails with recipes curated by Bar Manager Roni Pervizi, and, of course, a ball drop. The theme is Paint the Town Red, so come dressed to impress in red, formal attire. The cost is $50 for members, $55 for guests. NYE001

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Join the MAC Skibus crew.

DECEMBER 2021

7:30 p.m.

Thursdays, Jan. 6-27 Juniors Chess Open Play 2:30-6 p.m.

Junior members ages 7-14 are welcome to join in on some fun games in the West Gym. Games include kickball, basketball, relay races, and more. No reservations needed; just show up and have fun!

Join fellow juniors of all ages for open play chess right outside the Junior Lounge.

Grab a friend and practice your chess skills!

No reservations needed.

Thursdays, Jan. 6-Feb. 10 MAC Skibus

Saturday, Jan. 8- Sunday, Jan. 9 MAC Squash Junior Silver Tournament

The bus leaves from the MAC parking garage and drops skiers off in front of Mt. Hood Meadow’s main lodge. Sign ups are in progress at the Meadow’s website: skihood.com. Look under consecutive week programs/midweek and use the MAC code 1175633. For more information, contact Susie Neighbors, 503-830-9188 or susie.neighbors@gmail.com.

The MAC is hosting the Juniors Silver 2022 Tournament, sanctioned by US Squash. All players must be current US Squash members and can only enter one division. Sign up at clublocker.com/ tournaments/13068/info!

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Wednesday, Jan. 19Saturday, Jan. 22 Crab Festival

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Monday, Jan. 10 Big Picture Book Group

5-9 p.m., in 1891

7 p.m.

Tuesday, Jan. 11Sunday, Feb. 13 Winter Blitz 2022 The five-week program encourages members to exercise at the MAC and remotely. Earn prizes for working out!

There is no cost to participate, but registration is required. See page 62 for details.

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Wednesdays, Jan. 12 & 26 Liven Up the Lounge Happy Hour 5-7 p.m.

Swing by the Reading Lounge for Happy Hour every second and fourth Wednesday for casual socializing plus $5 microbrews and house wines by the glass. No registration is required..

Friday, Jan. 14 Family Friday: Winter Games 6-8:30 p.m.

Bring the whole family for a night of free fun and games around the club! From bounce houses to themed activities geared toward 3-10 year olds. Registration is required and opens one month prior for members only. There is no cost to attend.

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The annual dinner buffet in 1891 is back with a mouthwatering selection that includes paella, Caesar salad, clam chowder, grilled vegetables, prime rib, and, of course, fresh Dungenous crab.

Saturday, Jan. 22 20s/30s Winter Ball TIM GUNTHER

In this non-fiction reading/discussion group, there is a shared interest in expanding one’s knowledge base beyond traditional perspectives. The objective is to go big and deepen reader’s understanding of life on the planet. The book chosen for January is Code Breaker by Walter Isaacson.

Contact Virginia Terhaar, tvirginia@gmail. com, for more details.

Saturday, Jan. 15 Table Manners (ages 7-14) 10-11:30 a.m In this fun workshop led by Chef Brian Quinn, formerly of Ivy House Restaurant, children learn proper placement and usage of table items, appropriate conversations, and other dining etiquette. Class includes a light lunch. The cost is $70 for members and $75 for guests. YPA100

Monday, Jan. 17 Juniors Table Tennis Tournament 2:30 p.m.

Join fellow junior members, ages 7-14, for table tennis (aka ping pong!) in the Junior Lounge. No reservation required.

History Book Group 6:30 p.m.

The book chosen for this month is The Big Burn, Teddy Roosevelt and the Fire that Saved America, by Timothy Egan. Contact Chet Orloff for more information: chetorloff@ gmail.com or 503-805-5461.

Friday, Jan. 21 Family Friday: Movie Night 6-8:30 p.m.

Bring the whole family for a night of free fun and games around the club! From bounce houses to themed activities geared toward 3-10 year olds. Registration is required and opens one month prior for members only. There is no cost to attend.

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7:30-9:45 p.m.

The 20/30s Committee hosts the longawaited 2022 Winter Ball. Dress to the nines and join the party for fabulous entertainment, elegant appetizers, and bubbly surprises. The cost is $25 for both members and guests. Register by Monday, Jan. 10 to receive a hosted drink with admission.

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Saturday, Jan. 22-Sunday, Jan. 23 MAC Parent/Grandparent and Child Tennis Tournament 9:30-6:15 p.m.

Snacks and balls are provided. Parents can only play with one child and both the parent and child must be a MAC member.

Cost is $20 per team. Both child and parent/grandparent must register, with either the name of the child or parent/ grandparent listed in the question as the teammate. TEN122

Tuesday, Jan. 25 Evening Literary Group 7 p.m.

This month’s book is The Dutch House by Ann Patchett. Contact Martha Dixon at jollyology@aol.com.

Friday, Jan. 28 Family Friday: Game Night 6-8:30 p.m.

Bring the whole family for a night of free fun and games around the club! From bounce houses to themed activities geared toward 3-10 year olds. Registration is required and opens one month prior for members only. There is no cost to attend.

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Gratitude MESSAGES OF

MEMBERS SHARE THEIR APPRECIATION Jennifer Holzapfel-Hanson is a wonderful pool class instructor. She gives personalized, knowledgeable, and wellbalanced classes. We are so fortunate to have her at the MAC. I’m excited she is teaching more classes in the water and she just told us she is teaching a new balance class on land. I’m so pleased!

Lisa Best is a great pool class instructor.

I take her classes on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings. I sometimes stay for two! Her workouts are good because she gives a lot of variety and classes are challenging. She is also enthusiastic, which is contagious. Thank you both.

—Susan Workman I have deep gratitude for the virtual classes that the MAC has offered. I am not ready to come into the club in person. I am happy with easy access before work and have done more classes because of that access. Lani Jelen provided yoga classes through Zoom as soon as the pandemic hit.

Her calm manner and flexibility provided grounding as I transitioned my entire private practice as a psychologist from in-office to virtual visits. Mary Maxwell, Jennifer Holzapfel-Hanson, Kirsten Kler, Mike Salmon, and Gina Frabotta have provided their expertise through virtual venues. My gratitude also goes to Will Cath who has accepted input and suggestions during turbulent times. I joined the Athletic Committee this year to keep virtual offerings as an option for members at a distance, those traveling or working at a distance, and for those of us unwilling or unable to come into the club.

Thanks also to Hank Marcus for his kindness and for keeping all the committees at the club working well. Thanks to all of the staff for your commitment to a positive member experience. Happy Holidays!

—Beth Kaplan Westbrook

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MAC employee Lai-Sin Ley has been an invaluable asset to the Culture & Style Committee. She is gracious, diligent, the upmost diplomat, and strives for excellence in all that she does. Working with her over these last few months has meant so much to me, more than she could ever know. With Lai-Sin, obstacles disappear and solutions emerge with her clever ideas and lightest touch. Thank you for all you do. Your commitment to MAC is noticed and appreciated.

—Kelly Director, Chair C&S Committee When the club reopened in mid-2020, we were eager to brush up on our tennis skills, but classes hadn’t started up again yet. MAC Tennis Coach Marco Pineda came through for us, offering a weekly early-morning lesson that we’ve continued over the past 18 months. Marco represents MAC well as an employee who exemplifies professionalism, integrity, and an outstanding work ethic — along with a sense of fun. He went out of his way during the pandemic to make himself available and work with us. And after the club’s second closure and reopening, he was quick to reach out and set us up again. The chance to learn (and laugh) with him has been an invaluable gift. We deeply appreciate his sense of humor, style of teaching, and optimism. Not only has he helped us improve our skills, but our group lesson has been a much-needed social outlet during a difficult time. Marco and our group are what makes the MAC more than just an athletic club; we are part of a bigger community. We are grateful!

—Laurel Soot, Anne Mangan, Suzanne Puttman, Sally Miller, and Mary Brophy

My thanks to Dee Poujade, Debbie Bauer, Eric Wheeler, Peter Carew, and Kathleen Adams for all the help leading hikes this year.

—Suzanne Zarling In recognition of giving thanks this holiday season, I send my gratitude to the following employees and fellow members who have made my time at MAC special this year: Charles Leverton, Kevin Pollack, Abby DenUyl, Lisa Bendt, Jenny Robinett, Lauren Flaherty, Kian Ghorbani-Elizeh, Nan Ramirez, Richard Maxwell, Grant Yoshihara, Chris Gong, Jim Connolly, Natalie N. Willes, Bridget Connolly, Kirsten H. Leonard, Vivian Solomon, and Mark Urich.

Cheers to all MAC staff, seen and unseen, who strive for excellence in offering a premiere local health club with a stellar national reputation, continue to thrive successfully. Also, special recognition to all MAC members who serve on a committee, carving out time from busy lives to invest in the future of the club and willingly donating time for committee meetings, at events, or to help promote activities. Thank you!

—Juanita Lewis Thank you to Leslie and the At Your Service team; all three Balance class teachers, Tysen, Jessica, and Jennifer; and Garrett, Robbie, Matt, Lauren, Morgan, Aron, Patrick, Andy, Irvin, and numerous other Fitness staff who bring energy and enthusiasm to work every day.

They all make me feel welcome and greet me by name when I enter their space. They all are very helpful answering my questions and assisting me in various ways. Thanks to you all.

—Chuck McGinnis

Evolves with Those Who Celebrate

By Jake Ten Pas

Like the pan-African holiday of Kwanzaa, Mark Holman has layers. A MAC member since 2006, he lives between Portland and North Dartmouth, Massachusetts, where he is Director of Finance and Operations of the Friends Academy. He also stops by the University of Southern California in Los Angeles most Saturdays as part of the school’s Master of Science in Social Entrepreneurship program. He says that much travel is “not for the faint of heart, but I find myself in this position.”

“Who’s against unity? Who’s against self-determination, collective work, and responsibility? Nobody’s going to say, ‘I’m against cooperative economics.’

Who’s against purpose? My favorite one is Kuumba because everybody wants to have a little creativity. We all need faith. These are universal principles here, and you get to learn about them through this African American lens. Then you’ve got the food on the sixth day, and who’s against a party?

I’m not.”

The past two years have provided plenty of challenges that might be described in similar fashion, and like so many citizens of the world, Holman has adapted. He’s married to an Italian woman and fluent in her language after having studied in Milan as a graduate student and Rotary Ambassadorial Scholar. As a Russian major in college, he learned about the Orthodox church, the traditions of which he still celebrates, along with Kwanzaa.

Changing Significance

“I am many things. I’m an Italian citizen. I go to Orthodox services, which are Catholic, but that’s the Eastern See. I am part Native American, Choctaw, and Cherokee. I celebrate those parts of my culture, but the easy thing to pick out when you see me is that I’m Black,” he says. “That’s the primary lens through which I’ve experienced American life. Given that, a celebration of African American culture, such as that of Kwanzaa, is just so reaffirming to me.”

Universal Principles Kwanzaa was first celebrated in 1966, and created by professor and activist Maulana Karenga based on harvest festival traditions from various parts of Africa. In the wake of the Watts Riots, his stated goal was to “give Blacks an alternative to the existing holiday of Christmas and … an opportunity to celebrate themselves and their history, rather than simply imitate the practice of the dominant society.”

The week-long observation takes place between Dec. 26 and Jan. 1, and each day honors one of the seven principles of Nguzo Saba, here taken from the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History & Culture:

• Umoja (Unity): To strive for and maintain unity in the family, community, nation, and race.

• Kujichagulia (Self-Determination): To define ourselves, name ourselves, create for ourselves, and speak for ourselves.

• Ujima (Collective Work and Responsibility): To build and maintain our community together and make our community’s problems our problems and to solve them together.

• Ujamaa (Cooperative Economics): To build and maintain our own stores, shops, and other businesses and to profit from them together.

• Nia (Purpose): To make our collective vocation the building and developing of our community in order to restore our people to their traditional greatness.

• Kuumba (Creativity): To do always as much as we can to leave our community more beautiful and beneficial than we inherited it.

• Imani (Faith): To believe with all our hearts in our people and the righteousness and victory of our struggle.

“I think this tradition is becoming more and more relevant in the successive generations for those who want to turn from more commercial celebrations and find something more deeply meaningful,” Holman asserts.

“These would be allies, as well as those who are African American.

Holman grew up off legendary Crenshaw Boulevard in South Los Angeles, and remembers attending his first Kwanzaa festivities at Leimert Park when he was in second grade. “There was dancing, music, a parade; that’s how I got introduced to it. Some people were playing really good drums, and others were skating. That was big in the mid- to late ’70s! There was so much color, with people wearing dashikis and African headdresses. It was a lot of fun.

“But as I got older and had experiences like singing in the gospel choir, Kuumba, as a student at Harvard, I was like, ‘Okay.

This Kwanzaa thing is about something!’

I got into expressing myself through arts and crafts. That coming together, or unity, through creativity, really resonated with me.”

Holman says he came to appreciate such aspects of the holiday even more during the pandemic, when personal connections were harder to come by, and the thought put into a gift meant even more. He recalls numerous Zoom calls spent with friends, each taking the time to explain the meaning behind homemade decorations. Kwanzaa candles were virtually co-lit from across the country, a friend’s daughter shared her joy of baking celebratory cakes, family history was discussed, and Holman remembers asking, “I wonder what our grandparents would say about all this?

“I made a candle holder out of stuff I had lying around the house, which is the spirit of Kwanzaa. You cut out all of the commercialism, look inward, and discover all the treasures you have around you.”

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Club Scrapbook Partners in Inclusion In October, the Diversity Admission Committee (DAC), DEI Committee, and the Board of Trustees invited fellow members to an informal gathering to embrace the club’s work toward greater inclusiveness.

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1. Sanjay Bedi, Shellie Bedi, Diane Haines 2. Daniel Tseng, Pei-Li Wang, Mary-Yoko Mughan 3. Richard Appleyard, Richard Maxwell 4. Sonja and Steve McIntosh, Marilyn Whitaker 5. Rob Torch 6. Noel Brown, Abel Castro 7. Grant Yoshihara, Chris Gong, Jing Di Piero 8. Suk Kim, Amit Singh 9. Osvaldo Gonzalez, Elizabeth Flores, Mona Garg 10. Haley Jensen, Natalie Willes

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Story and Scavenge Event The Family Events Committee hosted a scavenger hunt in the fall and Ms. Daphne Schmedemann was the winner! Follow along as she completes tasks on her way to victory.

Correction: The names of Bikas Tomkoria and Nishad Shevde were misspelled in the November Scrapbook. Sincere apologies to both gentlemen.

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Tennis Doubles Club Championships MAC tennis courts were the place to be in October for doubles tournaments. Congratulations to all who competed. Championship results are posted at themac.com/group/pages/tennis.

PHOTOS BY TIM GUNTHER

1. Sally Sterling (foreground), Sally Lovett (background) 2. E.K. MacColl 3. Kayla Casebeer 4. Mark Meyer, Jeff Bayless 5. Chris Haddon 6. Grayson Dempsey 7. Glenn Eisen

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Fats Can Help Pain Management

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s colder, grayer months approach, we tend to pack on calories from fatty foods. Sure we may call it “comfort food,” but, in reality, it’s simply fattier food. However, not all fats are created equal. Some, such as omega-3s, tend to be more anti-inflammatory, while saturated or trans-fats tend to be pro-inflammatory.

Omega-6 fats are found in most vegetable oils that are used in processed foods, fast foods, and baked goods. The healthier omega-3 fats are found in fish, flaxseeds, hemp seeds, and walnuts.

It’s important to note that omega-3s have also been shown to help improve bone and joint health.

Many of us will experience physical pain in our lives. Pain, whether it lingers after an injury or comes on gradually over time, can stop you in your tracks and put your life on hold. One of the many things I consider in relation to pain is the foods that one eats, including the types of fats.

I use a lot of different tools (cupping, dry needling, and supplements) to help my patients break the cycle of pain, but diet is always one of them. This study is a great reminder that what you eat truly can influence the way you feel.

We know that fats enter into pathways in the body that regulate inflammation and many other body processes. A new study that found that diets high in omega-6 fatty acids significantly increased the risks for both inflammatory and neuropathic pain. The study was completed by a team of 15 researchers led by doctors at the University of Texas in San Antonio. Their methods included mouse models and humans. Not only did they find that typical diets high in omega-6 fats were associated with pain, but they also found that reversing the diet to include less omega-6 and more omega-3 helped!

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If you are struggling with breaking the pain cycle, consider looking closer at your diet. If you are looking for options other than opiates to break the pain cycle, please feel free to email me, drlindseysnelson@gmail.com, with questions. Or tune into my webinar at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 15. Search at themac.com using event code WESU009.

Reference: Boyd JT, LoCoco PM, Furr AR et al. Elevated dietary omega-6 polyunsaturated fatty acids induce reversible peripheral nerve dysfunction that exacerbates comorbid pain conditions. Nat Metab. 2021; 3: 762-773.

WELLNESS

Instructor Spotlight From personal trainers and Group Ex instructors to massage and physical therapists, MAC’s Fitness and Wellness staff works to keep members healthy.

Valerie Stegall has been in the fitness industry for 35 years, more than 30 of them at MAC. She is certified in Pilates Mat, Studio Cycling, and The Ellové Technique, but has taught a variety of classes, including her personally designed format called Motion Sculpt. Currently, she can be found teaching BarreFit, The Ellové Technique, and MAC Strong weekly at MAC.

Alyssa Dalton brings high energy and motivation to every class, leading clients through functional movements that make them stronger in their day-to-day activities.

She loves to program high levels of intensity in her Shift, Bootcamp, or MAC Fit classes and plays music to match. Alyssa is a certified personal trainer as well as a certified nutritional coach. She has previously played and coached soccer, has done 1:1 training and taught group exercise classes at other athletic facilities. In her free time, she can be found surfing, hiking, snowboarding, paddle boarding, or doing pretty much anything outdoors!

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A Net Runs Through It From the volleyball court to the river, new head coach goes with the flow

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hen she’s not keeping rallies going on the club’s volleyball courts, or perched behind a computer furiously creating schedules or finalizing team rosters, you might find Taylor Canoso waist-deep in a river. An avid fly fisher, MAC’s new head volleyball coach has found more than she expected casting among the rapids.

“I went on this amazing fly-fishing guided tour with an Indigenous couple from Warm Springs, and it blew my mind. From that point on, I realized, ‘This is so much more than just fishing.’

It’s about being all the way into the water, being at the mercy of these huge forces that could easily wash you away, and I’ve definitely been knocked over a couple of times in waders. Knowing the art of it, beyond the sport, and how many beautiful places nearby that there are to discover, has been an outlet for me away from everything else.”

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The demands on a new program director at MAC can be fierce, needing much-needed relaxation, but Canoso emphasizes the newfound opportunities available to her at an organization with such incredible resources. As she works to rebuild the club’s Volleyball Team in the wake of former head coach Leah Petock leaving two years back, she’ll also draw upon a character attribute necessary to mastering fly fishing: patience.

Just shy of a month into her time at MAC, Canoso stepped up to the net — for a virtual interview — to talk about what lies ahead for the club’s young volleyball competitors.

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Taylor Canoso: I just had a huge parent meeting last night.

That was crucial being that I’m the new girl, three weeks into this, and parents have been really anxious to see a face and actually talk to someone. So yeah, we had a great parent meeting. I feel really relieved because there was so much anticipation building up to that.

Right now, I’m registering for tournaments for all the teams. We’re getting ready for tryouts for the 12s and 14s this Sunday, and then will start to make some teams. I just brought on three new coaches today, too, and I have a couple more coaching interviews this week!

When people imagine the life of a head coach, they probably think it’s all Coach Taylor from Friday Night Lights, delivering inspirational speeches, and leading your team into actionpacked matches. It sounds like there’s a lot more to it?

TC: I just came from being a head coach for the last 10 years at Barlow High School, but coming in as a director is so different than just coaching. I haven’t actually coached here yet! It’s just been all the backend stuff. I’m thinking ahead to how to balance coaching a team while also doing all of this registration and structure, and supporting all the coaches at the same time. That’s why I’m super stoked to be hiring right now. Some of the candidates we are bringing in have a lot of experience running clubs and teams in the past, so I think we all will support each other.

You seem extremely well-organized, but odds are you didn’t get into coaching for the administrative aspect. What fires you up about this job?

TC: I started playing club volleyball when I was 9 years old. I was really young when I started playing for 12s, but I loved it. I immediately knew that this was something I wanted to focus on. I was a multi-sport athlete, so I juggled different things, but volleyball would always take priority. I played for Nike Northwest Juniors, which changed over the years and recently dissolved, which is sad.

I ended up going to Mount Hood Community College instead of a four-year school because I wasn’t ready to be done playing. They had a great volleyball program, but I only played there one year, and then I was like, “Okay, I think I am done now.” As soon as I was done there, I immediately got into coaching. I showed up at my alma mater, offered to help with a camp one summer, and I was hooked. I ended up coaching that fall for the first time. I had also been playing for the Portland Volleyball Association, on court and sand teams, so I was always doing it. It just wasn’t the structured, four-year plan that I had originally thought I would do after high school.

I always joke now that I would love to go back and play again, because I would be such a better player after coaching for so long.

My perspective has changed, and I appreciate why you do those drills over and over again. I am more knowledgeable, and it’s great to be able to give that back to the girls. Being a role model to 14, 15, 16-year-old girls, I think that’s a big reason why I’ve loved coaching so much, because I remember my really good coaches who made a lasting impression on me on and off the court.

That’s the eternal challenge of the parent and coach — how do you translate your gained perspective into something that your kids can, or are willing to, understand? Any wisdom to share on how you cut through the perceived barriers between adults and young people?

TC: I’ve learned over the years that every team is different, and every player is different, too. We each receive information differently. There isn’t a “one size fits all” for the entire team in terms of how I’m trying to get any message across, or how I’m trying to teach a skill. Over the past few years, my perspective has shifted the most around knowing what’s an appropriate expectation to have for a team. When I first started off it was, “This is how I play, and this is how I was coached, so this is how it’s going to be.” If I want to connect to each player and the team as a whole, I have to figure out their little quirks. How do I need to communicate with each of them so that they’re really hearing what I’m saying and not just going through motions?

I have two kids, and they’re little, so it’s a different situation, but it’s still knowing that you can’t parent each of your kids exactly the same. Retention is the biggest challenge, I think, for high school or younger girls. What are the creative ways that I can help a player realize the benefit that they’re getting out of practice, and they also retain what they’re learning? I try to be open to the fact that not everything is going to work how I originally planned it, to be flexible with that, to read the room, and go off of that.

Aside from coaching, what is it about the game of volleyball itself that kept you playing all these years?

TC: It’s so skill-specific. There are three main positions that all the girls play, but everyone is still tailored to each of those girls.

A hitter is not just a hitter. There are different kinds of hitters.

A passer isn’t just a passer. There are multiple kinds of passers.

The most amazing thing for me to see is when the girls realize, or a team realizes, how they have this responsibility as an individual to know and perform their skill really well. There’s the individual piece, but it has to come together with the whole team. You could have a great hitter, but it doesn’t matter until you have a great passer. When that clicks and the chemistry is there, it’s just so smooth. Seeing a good rally where everyone is doing their jobs and working together at the same time, that’s super exciting.

There’s also the bond that’s formed with your teammates as young females. Having that bond sometimes extend 10 years with almost an entire team, and seeing how you’ve all progressed together is pretty special. What’s new to me at MAC is how families are intertwined with each other before they start playing sports. There’s such a strong community culture — everyone’s almost one big family.

This is an interesting time for the world, and MAC Volleyball probably has its own specific challenges coming out of COVID and the leadership transition. What are your plans for this year and beyond? Are you recruiting?

TC: My job will look very different next season. I came in a few weeks before tryouts, and my first priority was making sure people knew when they were. I had no time or room for recruitment. My focus has been, how can we hit the ground running here, and set up everything that we need? Also, in the back of my mind, I’m always Continued on page 56 DECEMBER 2021

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There’s a big emphasis on wanting to retain players. Usually they’re 10 to 11 years old when they start, and you want them here until they’re 18. Historically, that’s what club players tend to do as long as they’re content with the program. Over the last two years with COVID, it’s just been so hard to make that happen. We’re doing everything possible to assure families that we’re here and committed, so please stay.

I have one to two years left with the older girls, and I’m hoping that they can finish out strong. We have so many 12s and 14s coming in, which is awesome, and that’s where we have the opportunity now. Some things need to be rebuilt, but others maybe just need to be adjusted a little bit so that we’re set up to support and retain those players over four or so years.

I’m excited about having so many young players coming in, and about being able to build something with my vision. My word for this year is “cohesiveness.” I keep going back to that because things have been so up in the air. People feel a little unstable, and unsure about what’s coming next. I want to be cohesive as a club across the coaches, parents, and players. We have our own style of doing things, but we’re doing it as a collective. We all have the same vision and want the same thing for the players.

What does success look like for you, the program, and the young athletes?

TC: When I got hired, I got these sheets of historical rankings of MAC, and before 2019, the volleyball teams had pretty much all ranked in the top 10. The last time they played, they were like 20s or 30s. I know that our club needs to work together, and we need to build a foundation for how we are going to build up these young players so that we can get back to the top 10. I have no doubt in my mind that we can get there again.

Beyond winning, success means families wanting to come back, year after year, with their juniors. I’d also like to see any players who’ve moved over to other clubs consider returning to MAC’s teams, which maybe they’ll do when they see, or hear about, improved stability within the program.

Showing members, not to mention the teams we compete against, that we’re rebuilding with integrity here, that’s very important to me.” WM

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ontrary to popular belief, racquetball and squash are not one in the same.

Both sports do require four walls, a racquet, safety goggles, shoes, and a ball (albeit different sizes).

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Both, if done competitively, can give you an incredible workout , burning 1,000 calories in an hour.

But both sports have vastly different origins.

The origins of racquetball date back to the 1940s, when an American named Joseph Sobek combined various racquets sports rules to create it. The sport was originally called “paddle rackets,” until Sobek added strings to the paddles and established the International Racquetball Association in 1968. Similar versions of the game date back to the 1500s, when England’s Henry VIII built the indoor Royal Tennis Courts in his palace. Those spaces resembled modern racquetball courts more than what traditional tennis looked like at that time.

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Squash originated in the early 1800s from a prison game called “rackets.” That’s right folks, convicts! Fast forward to the 1860s when a group of school boys at the English school Harrow noticed a punctured ball against a wall would make a “squashed” sound. Intrigued by the sound and as a means to entertain themselves, the game took slow hold and spread to other local schools before officially arriving at New Hampshire’s St Paul’s private school in 1884.

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MAC has a rich history of racquetball and squash successes. There are more than 75 national champions who have played at the club over the years. Additionally, MAC members are living proof that both sports can be enjoyed for a lifetime. The youngest active squash player at MAC is 4 years old, and the current oldest active racquetball player is 91 years old!

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Coaches Corner: The Tennis Tiebreak In June 2010, the tennis world was captivated as American John Isner and Frenchman Nicholas Mahut played an astonishing five-set match at Wimbledon with the final set score 70-68. The match lasted more than 11 hours and was played over the course of three days. The final set alone was longer than the previous longest match in tennis history! The Isner-Mahut match prompted Wimbledon to start using a tiebreak at 10-10 in the deciding set, which leaves the French Open as the only Grand Slam to play the final set out to a two game margin of victory.

Tiebreak History Tennis did not always have the tiebreak.

In the early days of the game, sets ended with one player leading by two games. It was a necessity to break service in order to claim victory.

An attempt to shorten matches was delivered in the 1960s by James Van Alen when he developed two versions of a tiebreak.

The first was a best five out of nine points in which a player wins after scoring five points.

Since 4-4 was a deciding point for both players, Van Alen called it the “suddendeath tiebreaker.” The second tiebreak introduce was the “12-point tiebreaker.”

In a 12-point tiebreak, a player must be leading by two points in order to claim victory. For this reason it was given the contrasting nickname, the “lingering

Members of the 40+ Mixed Doubles 6.0 PNW Sectional Championship team: Fenn Bourland, Michael Doherty, Jeri Finn, Jonathan Howe, Kayla Casebeer, Brooke Daniel, Zachary Wright, and Brendan Finn tiebreaker.” This is the tiebreak predominately used in today’s game. It has become known as the “Seven-point tiebreak” or the “set tiebreak,” differentiating it from the recently adopted “10-point” or “match tiebreak.”

How to Play a Tiebreak With that brief history of the tiebreak behind us, it’s time to cover how to approach and play a tiebreak effectively.

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said after the introduction of the tiebreak.

Any tennis player who has battled their way to a tiebreak understands that sentiment.

Tight muscles, heavy feet, and nervous, doubting emotions are all common for a tennis player in this situation. But since the tiebreak is part of the game, it is best to accept it and learn to handle the situation.

Upon entering a tiebreak, players need to remember there is a reason they are in a close match. Some good points must have happened for the set to remain close. The goal is to focus on what has been working and avoid negative thoughts. Players willing to take a moment to recognize what patterns and shots were working for them will give themselves a clear plan with which to approach the tiebreak. A tiebreak is not the time to try something new or experiment to see if a certain shot will work.

A tiebreak is time for the tried and true.

A singles player entering a tiebreak needs to stay in the present and love the battle.

Why do competitors compete? Not to win easily, but for the thrill of the fight, the oneon-one struggles, and the opportunity to come out the victor. Embrace this. Love the fact you are in a tiebreak with a worthy opponent pushing you to be your best.

Doubles teams must do the same thing, but they have to stick together as one unit. No matter what has occurred previously, this is the time to come together and figure out how to close out the set. A fractured team will have more difficulty coping with the pressure of a tiebreak. The ability to remain together can help ease tension and give each player the feeling of support a singles player never has the chance to feel.

Yes, the pressures in a tiebreak are different from those in a regular service game, but for any serious tennis player it is imperative to develop more comfort in these match-deciding situations.

—Head Coach Paul Reber

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Winter Blitz: Earn Prizes for Working Out! The 2022 Winter Blitz takes place Monday, Jan. 10 through Sunday, Feb. 12. The five-week program encourages members to exercise both at MAC and remotely. Prizes are awarded to the highest point earners in each age category as well as to all participants.

Electronic scorecards are included in each participant’s email confirmation.

Enter the date, activity, and points earned for each workout.

The Rules for Winter Blitz • All exercises and fitness activities can be performed at MAC and remotely.

• Participants must keep track of their exercises, date, and point conversion on the weekly electronic log sheet included in their confirmation email. A staff member is not required to verify scores.

• The table showing time-to-point conversions for each type of exercise is included on the scorecard.

• Prizes will be awarded mid-February.

Golf in the Holiday Season Happy Holidays from the MAC Golf Committee. This has been a great year for MAC Golf, and the committee is planning for even more activities next year. In the meantime, check out some holiday gift ideas from our friends at Pumpkin Ridge.

Cheers!

Chris Myrvold PGA, head pro, was recently nominated for Teacher of the Year in Oregon. myrvold@pumpkinridge.com

• Seamus products, shoes, rain gear, umbrellas, and our most popular item: gift cards for greens fees or merchandise.

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• Prizes are awarded to top-point earners in each age category (still to be determined) in male and female divisions.

Brad Blocker associate PGA, assistant pro, taught 1,000 lessons this year alone! bblocker@pumpkinridge.com

MAC and Pumpkin Ridge are excited to continue their relationship by offering the 2022 MAC Creek Card. Stop by the golf shop at Ghost Creek and fill out a form for next year.

The wildly successful PGA Junior League will be available again for MAC members in the spring (April-May).

Juniors will practice twice a week and have matches on the weekend. Look for sign ups in early 2022.

Pro’s Corner Golf can be played year-round in Oregon thanks to the state’s relatively mild climate. That said, in order to enjoy the game when it gets cooler, be sure to layer up. A longsleeve shirt, vest, and coat along with a winter cap are essential.

Rain pants are a must to block wind, rain, and/or cold. Hand warmers make the game more enjoyable too!

Remember, when it gets cold and wet, the ball does not travel as far.

Many golfers try to hit the ball further during the winter and their game suffers as a result with more inconsistent shots. Play for consistency by not overdoing it. Sometimes the best play happens when you aren’t swinging for the fences!

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Five in-person karate classes offered weekly.

Sixty-three virtual classes held in 2021.

MAC Karate Year in Review MAC Karate started 2021 continuing its “COVID usual” schedule of three virtual classes per week. While the online format — forgoing partner drills and sparring — did not allow for the full class experience, the overarching goal was for students to maintain their level of skill and conditioning. Many students continued to progress in their karate practice over the past year and 10 of them tested for new belt levels — a big accomplishment in a challenging time.

In May 2021, with safety precautions in place, MAC Karate resumed in-person training for the first time in more than 12 months. Throughout June, the program continued to welcome students in-person who had been practicing online, as well as some who had not trained in years but were eager to resume an old favorite sport.

Training started with the same three classes a week that are the core of the program and expanded to include beginner classes for first-time students in September. Both beginner sessions in the fall were booked to capacity.

A particular highlight this year was gathering for an Olympics viewing party at the MAC. Karate was included in the Olympics for the first time for the Tokyo event, and Sensei Bill Plapinger offered color commentary for an evening of live competition, hosted by MAC Karate Committee.

Looking ahead to 2022, MAC Karate will continue to offer new beginner sessions for juniors and adults throughout the winter/spring terms. Those interested in trying martial arts for the first time, or revisiting a practice that has been set aside for a while, can register for the next open session during winter class registration on Thursday, Dec. 9. The Winter Program Guide is available at themac.com on Dec. 1.

Keep up to date with the program by selecting Karate under My Interests on the My Membership page at themac.com.

Ten students promoted to new belt levels in 2021.

Thirty-five new students enrolled in beginners classes this fall.

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Pickleball Picks Up the Pace What some used to think of as a sport for old people is actually quite good for everyone’s health and body.

Admittedly, compared to tennis, the distance one has to run is less, since a pickleball court is roughly a third the size of a tennis court. However, according to Pickleball Magazine, the average pickleball point lasts three times longer (nine ball strikes versus three in tennis). As a result, there is 26-28 minutes of active pickleball play time over the course of an hour, as opposed to 11-12 minutes over the same time in tennis. That’s a lot of movement and elevated heart rate.

MAC members who hear more about pickleball these days are not just experiencing a mini-trend at the club. Pickleball is growing remarkably quickly across the country, and even the world. In January 2021, The Economist declared it “the fastest growing sport in America.” According to a Sports and Fitness Industry Association (SFIA) report, between 2019 and 2020, pickleball participation grew by a staggering 21.3 percent. The SFIA estimates that 4.2 million Americans (roughly the population of Oregon) play at least once a year.

Their report also shows that the average age of “core” players (those who play eight or more times per year) has dropped to 47 years old. A recent article in Vanity Fair reports that celebrities have become game addicts — Leonardo diCaprio, George Clooney, and Ellen DeGeneres, to name a few, and some NBA and NFL players have begun to dabble in the game too.

The MAC Pickleball Committee continues to seek a path to grow the sport at the club. Free beginners clinics — hosted by the committee on the first Monday of each month — now require advance registration to avoid a cattle drive of too many people

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SCOREBOARD Honoring MAC members — representing the club in competition — for placing first, second, or third in state, regional, national, or international athletic competitions, or members who have qualified for nationals in events that qualify for championship funding.

2021 North American Cup Climbing Competition Oct. 8-10, Richmond, BC Canada Women (Adult) 2nd place, Ava Kovtunovich, Speed Climbing

U11 Girls 2nd place, Quinn Jones

U15 Boys 1st place, Reeder Smith 3rd place, Ben Chesebro

U19 Boys 3rd place, Will Bagwell

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U17 Boys 3rd place, Austin Oviatt

Seven MAC athletes qualified to compete at the Elite (Adult) Climbing National Championships in Salt Lake City, Nov 13-17.

Youth Bouldering Qualifying Event Oct. 30, Portland U17 Girls 1st place, Ava Kovtunovich U15 Girls 1st place, Rosemary DuBois 2nd place, Tejal Deenadayalu

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