I hope you’ve all been enjoying the glorious weather we’ve seen recently and as we head into the summer season, there are so many wonderful things to look forward to at the Club. The fun began this holiday weekend when the Pool opened with the Oui Oui Pool Party. It was an evening filled with over 200 members and guests who enjoyed ice cold swizzles, whole roast duck on the spit, and connecting with one another.
The weekend continued with active racquets courts and golf course, people poolside and culminated with the final Tasting Market: Gypsy Bazar. The impressive spit was mastered again by Chef Nick Erb & Larry Dubin, serving delectable spring lamb that made the perfect bite to accompany the assorted salads, desserts, and live music. Thank you to the Culinary Team for their creativity and delicious offerings (pictures featured on pg. 15).
From Friday & Saturday Farmhouse Dinners to the Bunker and the always popular Tuesday & Thursday barbecues, there is great food all around us. The Meet also returns each Sunday (June- August) from 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. The casual format, similar to the Bidermann Bunker, makes for a casual, no reservations, Sunday dinner solution. Check out pg. 13 for the details on the Specialty Game Nights when the Clubhouse team will bring some healthy competition to The Meet.
With school winding down, Junior’s activities begin to ramp up. This month brings the return of Kiddie Camp (ages 4-6) and All Sports Camp (ages 7-12) on June 10th. Vicmead Juniors and friends (including grandkids) are welcome to participate and it’s not too late to join the fun! The Junior calendar is truly in full swing and I encourage you to check out not only camp offerings but the Jr. Tennis Academy (Monday – Friday), Jr. Pickleball Clinics (Sunday at 3:00 p.m.) and Jr. Friday Golf Clinics. Remember that golf clinics are open to all Juniors of both Social and Golf members. So if you are looking to fill a day or a week with activities and fun, be sure to check out the calendar.
I also encourage you to join me on June 4th for the New Member Meet & Greet, 5:30 p.m.– 6:30 p.m. This is the opportunity for us to provide a warm Vicmead welcome to the new members who joined us this past year and those beginning the Summer Program. The traditional Vicmead BBQ dinner will be available following the reception, so be sure to reserve!
I hope this summer season is spent making many memories at the Club with family and friends.
All the best,
Posted for Membership
through June 2nd
Mr. James Fleming
Washington D.C.
Proposer: Halsey Spruance
Seconder : Christopher Donoho
Welcome 2024 Summer Privilege Members
Greg & Christine Harvey
Casey Jay & Sarah Martin
Paige Draper fdraper1@mac.com
Meghan Mackenzie meghangmackenzie@gmail.com
NewMember
Scott & Tiffany Van Alstyne
Cabot & Jackie Williams
Alex Giacco, Jr. , Committee Chair agiacco3@comcast.net
Mark Morton mmorton@potteranderson.com
John Matson johnmatson44@gmail.com
Meet & Greet
Tuesday, June 4th
Complimentary Hors D'Oeuvres Reception
5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
See old friends & greet new ones! Please join us in welcoming the New Members from the last year and the 2024 Summer Members to the summer season. Vicmead’s BBQ to follow!
Anthony Lunger alunger@wilmingtontrust.com
Tara Wood tarakwood1@gmail.com
Please Register online to stay for BBQ Dinner following reception.
Audrey Buchanan, daughter of Dr. Cindy Buchanan & Richard Buchanan, graduated from the University of Delaware and will be attending graduate school.
Cailin Conway, daughter of Jen & Rory Conway, graduated Sanford School and will be attending University of South Carolina to study Finance.
Ava Corroon, daughter of Dick & Helen Corroon, graduated Tower Hill School and will be attending Washington & Lee.
Nicole Basile, daughter of Doug & Kathleen Basile, graduated James Madison University with a B.S. in Social Media Art & Design.
Daphne Chandler, daughter of Robert & Michelle Chandler, graduated Tatnall School and will be attending Emerson College to study Writing, Literature & Publishing.
Aidan Donoho, son of Chris & Erica Donoho, graduated from Sewanee - The University of the South with a B.A. in Economics and Minor in Asian Studies.
Grayson Donohue, son of Kirstie & Mike Donohue, graduated Salesianum School and will be attending Clemson University to study Business.
Mae Draper, daughter of Paige & Ford Draper, grandaughter of Brian & Ford Draper graduated Sanford School and will be attending Syracuse University.
Janie du Pont, daughter of Laura & Ben du Pont graduated Tower Hill School and will be attending University of Pennsylvania.
Theodora “Teddy” Trowbridge Elliman, daughter of William & Tracy Elliman, graduated from the University of St. Andrews, St. Andrews, Scotland.
Edward G. Jefferson III, son of Andrew & Heather Jefferson, graduated Sanford School and will be attending University of Mary Washington in Virginia and playing lacrosse.
Baker Jeremiah, daughter of Bill & Abbie Jeremiah, graduated Garnet Valley High School and will be attending Hobart William Smith College.
Mallorie Jeremiah, daughter of Bill & Abbie Jeremiah, graduated Garnet Valley High School and will be attending American University.
Barron Jones, son of Ellet & Geoff Veale and Richie Jones, grandson of Annie Jones, graduated Tulane University with a dual degree in Political Science & Film.
Harry Jones, son of Ellet & Geoff Veale and Richie Jones, grandson of Annie Jones, graduated Tower Hill School and will be attending SMU.
Cass Ledyard, son of Lew Ledyard, graduated Syracuse University’s School of Information Studies.
Alexandra Lundgren, daughter of Laura Lundgren, graduated Ursuline Academy and will be attending Bucknell University to study Finance.
Catherine Meredith Marvin, daughter of Stephen & Catherine Marvin, graduated Carleton College.
August Tate Peddrick, son of Monica & Paul Peddrick, graduated Tower Hill School and will be attending Davidson College to study Economics.
Emma Peddrick, daughter of Monica & Paul Peddrick, graduated Davidson College with a degree in Psychology and will be attending Emory University School of Law.
Shane Powelson, son of Rob & Lauren Powelson, graduated Malvern Preparatory School (PA) and will be attending Auburn University in Alabama.
Anna Schlobach, daughter of Ashley & Stephan Schlobach, graduated Tower Hill School and will be attending University of Richmond and studying Pre-law.
Elizabeth Ann Sinclair, daughter of Mr. & Mrs. James Sinclair, graduated Unionville High School and will be attending Sweet Briar College, riding on the Equestrian Team and studying Pre-law.
Justin Solacoff, son of David Solacoff & Lynne duPont, graduated Tower Hill School and will be attending Wake Forest University.
Caroline Solacoff, daughter of David Solacoff & Lynne duPont, graduated Wake Forest University with a B.S in Psychology and Minor in Neuroscience & Biology
Thomas Zehner, son of Zach & Jill Zehner, grandson of Bob & Joan Eliot, graduated Cum Laude from Davidson College with a B.S. in Political Science and will be working for the Department of Defense in Washington D.C
Nate Zehner, son of Zach & Jill Zehner, grandson of Bob & Joan Eliot, graduated Tower Hill School and will be attending Tulane University to study Business, International Relations & Communications.
Development Ad-Hoc Committee Update
June 2024
We are grateful for the enthusiastic involvement of so many members during this exciting phase of Vicmead’s next 100-year history.
Every member’s contributions, insights, and feedback are instrumental in helping to define the core characteristics that capture our club culture and interests, while striving to achieve, as one member so perfectly put it, “a better Vicmead.” This past winter, our members joined Chef David for 13 behind-the-scenes kitchen tours. Many participants, initially unfamiliar with the intricacies of our food services operations, gained a comprehensive understanding of the essential role the kitchen renovation plays in supporting casual dining options, improved bar-service, and expanded food services offerings. Members dine differently today than they did fifteen years ago, and Vicmead’s future is dependent on remaining both relevant and aligned with member interests.
In February, a short questionnaire focused on the desired club experience was sent to the membership. Over 95 responses were received. Your thoughtful feedback offered invaluable insight into aspects of our club that we aspire to enhance. Many members also emphasized the importance of maintaining culture and specific elements of the current experience. These comments are equally important in helping us define what is critical to preserve.
On May 1, we welcomed the team from Mark P. Finlay Architects to begin the concept design process. The dialogue centered on improvements to the VHC Clubhouse, infrastructure, and the pool house/fitness facility. Your input and feedback helped to frame our
conversation with a clear focus on maintaining our culture and preserving the aesthetic appeal of our beloved Clubhouse. Mark and his team echoed the importance of appropriate scaling as they think through the concept design. Improving circulation, enhancing functionality, and ensuring all areas within the Clubhouse are fully utilized are key priorities for the concept design.
“The key to a successful design for Vicmead will be to maintain the scale of the small, intimate spaces of the original building.”
– Mark P. Finlay, AIA
Our next milestone will be the review of initial concept drawings in mid-late summer. As this is an iterative process until a final design is reached, we anticipate the design, budget, and schedule will be ready to present to the Board, and subsequently the membership, by late fall. In the meantime, we will continue to call upon committees and individual members for their expertise, consideration, and input on various aspects of the project.
Thank you for your continued support and enthusiasm. As always, please reach out to the committee if you have any questions, input, or concerns at strategicplan@vicmead.com.
Below are a few of the member comments responding to the question “I wish we had…”:
“An old-school bar area where you can sit at the bar and have a drink by the fire.”
“A casual, welcoming grille room that is open every day and night, an easy place where you get a beer a quick bite to eat…”
“A first-class fitness facility.”
“An outdoor fire pit area where members can hang and grab drinks….”
“A space for the kids to hang out.”
Ladies Member-Guest
Wednesday, June 19th
5:00 p.m.
Tennis, music & a fun evening of competition and comaraderie.
Signature Cocktail while the finals are played. Dinner at the conclusion of play.
$70 per player 16 Teams Maximum
Gun Club
Jeff Nielsen
on being the 28-gauge Sporting Clays World Champion, won at the World Sporting Clays Championship held at M&M Shooting Preserve in Salem, NJ last week, only the second time to be held in the States. Shooters were here from Britain Canada, France, Italy & Columbia.
LADIES CUP & LUNCHEON
Tuesday, June 4th 9:30 a.m.
Round Robin followed by Lunch at the Clubhouse
REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED
Visit www.vicmead.com for information and to register
The 2024 Ladies’ & Men’s Tennis Club Championships are here! Matches will be played over the course of an 8 week period. There will be an “A” & “B” draw for all divisions. Men’s Singles • Men’s Doubles Ladies’ Singles • Ladies’ Doubles Mixed Doubles
PICKLEBALL Open Play 5:00 p.m. Only on June 7th & June 21st
TENNIS: Ladies’ Intermediate Clinics 8:30 a.m.
a.m. - 11:30 a.m. A fun morning of Tennis, Games & Play! All Ages & Levels Welcome. Raffles & a Sweet Treat to end the event. Complimentary event! Level A: Juniors that can play Points Level B: Juniors that just play games and drills Sign up with an Adult OR we will help find one!
Upcoming Events
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Visit www.vicmead.com for information and to register.
JUNE
Mystery Mixed Kick Off
Tuesday, June 4th
Ladies’ CUP Lunch
Tuesday, June 4th
Enjoy round robin tennis followed by lunch
Men’s Tequila & Tennis
Thursday, June 6th
Pickleball Open Play
Wednesday, June 7th
Mystery Mixed with a Twist
Tuesday, June 11th
Adult-Junior Tennis
Saturday, June 15th
Complimentary event
Tennis Club Championships
Registration deadline: Monday, June 16th
Matches will be played over 8 weeks
Ladies’ Member-Guest Tennis Tournament
Wednesday, June 19th
Enjoy a sit down dinner after play
Pickleball Open Play
Wednesday, June 21st
Ladies’ Tapas, Tennis & Pickle
Wednesday, June 26th
Congratulations
2024 Squash Club Champions
Bob Bolling & Jim Zug Men’s A Doubles
Greg MacKenzie & Dan Rudershausen Men’s B Doubles
Parker Justi Men’s A Singles
Will Lunger Men’s C Singles
Blake Rohrbacher Men’s B Singles
Scott Smith Men’s D Singles
Congratulations to the Champions Rod Maroney & Kecia Burpulis
Runners Up Peter & Ann Ahl
Pictured Left to Right : Peter Ahl, Rod Maroney, Kecia Burpulis , Ann Ahl
8. Golf Course Closed No Bidermann Lunch or Dinner Day 2: H. F. du Pont Memorial Golf Tournament 8:00 am TENNIS: Ladies’ Intermediate Clinic 8:30
7. HIIT & Mo-bility 6:00 am TENNIS: Ladies 105 9:00 am H. F. du Pont Memorial Golf Tournament 9:00 am TENNIS 101 Mixed Clinic 11:30 am Vicmead Lunch Golf Course Closed No Bidermann Lunch, Bunker, or Dinner PICKLEBALL: Open Play 5:00 pm
6. TENNIS 101 Mixed Clinic 11:30 am Bidermann Lunch Vicmead Lunch H. F. du Pont Memorial Practice Round 1:00 pm Men’s Tennis & Tequila 5:30 p.m. Vicmead BBQ
C omfort Cookin’ To-Go LGA: Play with the Pro TENNIS: Ladies’ 105 Clinic 9:00 am PICKLEBALL 101 10:30 am Bidermann Lunch Vicmead Lunch TENNIS: Mixed Doubles Strategy Clinic 11:30 a.m. TENNIS: Ladies Member-Guest 5:00 pm
Mo-bility 6:00 am TENNIS: Ladies’ 105 9:00 am Mixed Golf Clinic 9:30 am Bidermann Lunch Vicmead Lunch MYSTERY MIXED with a Twist! 5:30 pm Pickleball 101 Clinic 5:30 pm Men’s League 5:30 pm Vicmead BBQ
Saturday Skins TENNIS: Ladies’ Intermediate Clinic 8:30 am TRX + Mo-Bility 9:00 am Half Day Golf School 9:0am Bidermann Lunch Vicmead Lunch Bidermann Dinner
HIIT & Mo-bility 6:00 am TENNIS: Ladies’ 105 Clinic 9:00 am TENNIS 101: Mixed Clinic 11:30 am Bidermann Lunch Vicmead Lunch Bidermann Bunker Junior Golf Clinic 4:15 pm Bidermann Dinner
Join us by the putting green for a cocktail & casual Happy Hour fare - No Reservation Required *No Bunker June 7th - H.F. Dupont Memorial Tournament *
MEMORIAL DAY y LABOR DAY 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
AT VICMEAD Saturday, June 8th 6:00 p.m. Suggested Arrival to Vicmead Clubhouse Dinner Buffet & Wine Service $100 per person Please Register by Noon on June 5th
Join your fellow members for the post round festivities. Social & Golf Members are Welcome!
Sundays • 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. | June 2nd - August 25th
Casual walk-up bar & grill service. No reservations required! Visit www.vicmead.com to see each week’s offerings.
Get your Grub & Game ON!
Specialty Game Nights once a month during The Meet. Complimentary to Play! Bar & Barbecue open at 4:00 p.m. • Games to begin at 5:00 p.m.
June 30th
QUIZZO July 28th
WEAKEST LINK August 25th FAMILY FEUD
*Final Meet for 2024*
Aqu a Fitness
Wednesdays June 5th - August 28th
6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. • $20/pp
*No Class on June 19th*
Come join us for a cool way to exercise this summer! Using aqua therapy techniques as our foundation, we implement a wide range of exercises to increase your fitness level in a safe and effective way. These workouts are low impact and full body strengthening to increase mobility and overall health. Come beat the heat and get a great workout in at the same time!
POOL PARTY Oui Oui
Spring Tasting •Market•
Weekly Events Golf
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Visit www.vicmead.com for information and to register
JUNE
Thursday, June 6th
• H.F. du Pont Memorial Cup Practice Round
Friday, June 7th - Saturday, June 8h
• H.F. du Pont 2-Day Memorial Cup & Awards Dinner
Tuesday, June 11th
• Ladies’ Member-Guest Practice Round & Dinner
Wednesday, June 12th
• Ladies’ Member-Guest Tournament
Saturday, June 15th
•Half Day Golf School 9:00 a.m.
Thursday, June 27th
• Mixed 30 & 3 5:30 p.m.
Saturday, June 24th
• Junior Club Championship
Wednesday, June 29th
•Half Day Golf School 9:00 a.m.
LADIES’
Wednesdays
• LGA Ladies’ Member Guest Practice Round
• LGA Ladies’ Day Start Times Vary (9 or 18 holes) June 5: Total Score of Partners
*9 holes - Scramble Format
June 19: Play with the Pro June 26: “Par”Suit
Wednesday mornings are reserved for LGA events and female golf members. Course is closed until 11:00 a.m.
MEN’S
Tuesdays - June & July
• Men’s Golf League 5:30 p.m. *ExcludingJune11th*
$10 per person plus cart or caddie fees. Following play participants may attend the BBQ Dinner at Vicmead.
Saturdays
• Men’s Skins 8:30 a.m.
Sign up individually or with a group by 5:00 p.m.
Friday. Pairings & Starting Times will be emailed each Friday evening. Starting times begin at 8:30 a.m.
Anthony Malizia Head Golf Professional
The start of the golf season is well underway! Last month was full of opportunities to learn the game, raise your skill level, and enjoy friendly competition. June offers the same, but a little more in the way of Member-Guests.
In the Philadelphia area, June is known as “Member-Guest month”. The 53rd playing of the H.F. du Pont Memorial Cup is scheduled for June 6th- 8th. Please be mindful that the course will be closed all three days for this event. The annual Ladies’ Member-Guest Tournament is scheduled for June 11th-12th. The front nine will close at 4:00 p.m. on the 11th, and the course will remain closed until 2:00 p.m. on the 12th
Finally, please join me in cheering on the following golf staff as they represent BGC competing in some pretty impressive events on the horizon:
U.S. Open Sectional “Final” Qualifier at Woodmont C.C. (MD) Zac Oakley, Asst. Teaching Professional Ben Saggers, Outside Golf Services Attendant 124th BMW Philadelphia Amateur at Whitemarsh Valley CC (PA) Matt Homer, Outside Golf Services Attendant Jeff Homer, Outside Golf Services Attendant
Thank you,
Anthony Malizia III
30& 3 Mixed
A monthly program for male & female players of all skill levels
Through 30 minutes of instruction and three holes on the golf course accompanied by the instructors, you are sure to improve your game!
Select Thursdays • 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
June 27th • July 6th • August 22 September 5th • October
$75 & includes a specialty cocktail Limited to 12 players
REGISTER AT WWW.VICMEAD.COM
TWILIGHT GOLF
Thursday, June 20th • 5:00 p.m.
Open to golf members & their sponsored guests. 5:00 p.m. shotgun start, team format, and followed by dinner on the Farmhouse terrace. Standard rules and fees apply to all guests and social members.
$55 per player plus cart or caddie fee
REGISTER AT WWW.VICMEAD.COM
2023 Edie Cup Recipient • Will Rohr •
The Edie Cup is presented to the junior who displayed great sportsmanship during the previous season.
Zac Oakley, Assistant Teaching Professional, proudly represented the Club as he competed in the 2024 PGA Championship at Valhalla Golf Club in Louisville, Kentucky. Zac is one of the best playing professionals in the country and we are extremley proud to have watched him on golf’s biggest stage.
Club Championship Weekend
Ladies’ Dean Plate | Men’s Club Championship
Each event consists of two divisions: Championship Division & Seniors Division (65+ Years) Pairings strictly based on handicap index. All starting times are approximated based on the anticipated participation.
Day 1: Saturday, July 13th
Ladies Dean Plate
First Round: Individual Stroke Play Gross & Net Divisions
9:00 a.m. Championship Division - 18 holes
11:45 a.m. Seniors - 9 holes (Back 9)
Men’s Club Championship
Championship Division: First Round
8:00 a.m. 18-hole Stroke Play qualifier #1

Senior Division
Noon 18-hole Stroke Play qualifier
Flights established following the qualifying round. First Round matches immediatley following the Qualifier:
Championship - Lowest 7 scores
(play Scratch from Black Tees)
Longwood - Next 8 scores (Handicapped, Blue or White Tees)
Winterthur - Next 8 (Handicapped, Blue or White Tees)
Steak Dinner at the Farmhouse
Event Participants Only. Jackets Required for men.
6:30 p.m Cocktails
7:00 p.m. Dinner
Day 2: Sunday, July 14th
Pairings for Sunday morning (Day 2) will be strictly based off of Day 1 scores
Ladies Dean Plate
Final Round: Individual Stroke Play Gross & Net Divisions
Please note that all morning play will start on Hole #1, unless approved by the Professional Staff.
Through August 6th
Weekdays / Weekends
Golf Course* 8:00 a.m.–Dark*/7:30 a.m.–Dark*
Driving Range** 7:45 a.m.–Dark**/7:15 a.m.–Dark**
Golf Shop
7:45 a.m.–6:00 p.m. /7:15 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
*Golf Carts must be returned to Cart Barn by 8:00 p.m.
** Driving Range Schedule of Early Closure: Sunday, Tuesday, Thursday Closes at 6:00 p.m.
June-August: Sunday & Wednesday Closes at 7:00 p.m.
Halfway House
Tuesday-Sunday 9:30 a.m.-6:00 p.m.
Club Personnel Contact List
Vicmead
Simon
Bidermann
Bidermann
TENNIS & TEQUILA
Men’s Drill Session & Play followed by a flight of tequila & Assorted Dips, Gucamole & Chips at the Clubhouse. Men who wish to stay for the full BBQ dinner will have a dedicated table for the evening.
