On CourseOn CourseMay / 2013

Dear Woods Hole Members!Great things

are happening at your Club! Among those has been the very encouraging feedback about our new hours of Clubhouse operation and the full-service menu served every day. I’ve had many Members call me to verify we are indeed open from 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. daily…it’s terrific to hear how pleased they are when I tell them that, “Yes, we’re here, and we’ll be waiting for you!” In fact, Member usage has been much stronger this year compared to last year at the same time (almost 50% more Member use in April), and clearly we are off to a great Season!

Many Members have told us they would enjoy a good meal or refresh-ment after a round of golf, and we want to remind everyone that we are open all afternoon, including Saturdays and Sundays. So after your next round, drop by the Clubhouse for some terrific food and a cold beverage. We’ll make sure you are not disappointed.

From the General Manager

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After being away from the Club during the winter, members are signing up for the men’s Quissett Shield and the women’s Nobska Trophy tournament, getting ready to renew friendships, resume good-natured rivalries and meet new people.

This year the competition will consist of individual match play tournaments, so that members will be competing on a hole-by-hole basis. There is no qualify-ing round necessary, as participants will be seeded by handicap. The respective tournament brackets will be posted on the Pro Shop bulletin board on May 29. All participants are invited to the Pairings Party at the Clubhouse, May 29 at 5:00 p.m., where players will meet their first opponents. Each pairing is responsible for sched-uling their own match. (See below for the schedule for completion of each match.)

Play continues throughout the summer. Each winner advances to play the win-ner from the adjacent bracket. Final play is on Championship Sunday, August 25.

“It’s a great tournament, where the excitement builds throughout the season,” said Glenn Kelly, Head Golf Professional. “We can start with two-or-three-dozen players, and by Championship Sunday we’re down to two. The final match play is on that day as the whole club watches.”

To sign up, go to the Club website and download the application form, or pick up a form at the Pro Shop. The entry fee is $10.00.

Quissett Shield/Nobska Trophy Sign-up ContinuesIf you haven’t yet signed up for the Quissett Shield/Nobska Trophy

tournament, there is still time. Last day for sign-up is May 28.

How To Compete in the Quissett Shield/ Nobska Trophy Tournament1. Sign up by May 28. Applications are on the Club website or at

the Pro Shop. Entry fee is $10.00. No qualifying round necessary.2. Meet your first opponent during the Pairings Party,

May 29 at the Clubhouse.3. Complete each match during the

time allotted:• 1st Round: May 30–June 17 • 2nd Round: June 18–July 1• 3rd Round: July 2–July 15 • 4th Round: July 16–July 31 • 5th Round: August 1–19 (if necessary)

4. Look forward to Championship Sunday, when you could be playing the final match!

Annual Meeting June 23Mark your

calendar for the Woods Hole Golf Club 2013

Annual Meeting, which will take place in the

Clubhouse on Sunday, June 23, at 2:00 p.m.

2012‑2013BOARD OF GOVERNORS

David Barry President

Brian Kenney Vice President & Secretary

Margaret Ake Treasurer/Finance Committee Chair

Robert Ament

William Bearce

Kerry Geraghty Building Committee Chair/Capital Projects Chair

Steven Haddad

Michael Jones

David Newton

Jonathan O’Herron, Jr. Tennis Committee Chair

Judy Robertson Membership Committee Chair

John Salvatore Green Committee Chair

Julia Taylor House Committee Chair

Paul S. Tierney, Jr. (PJ) Communications Committee Chair

Hedy Whitney

130 Quissett AvenueP.O. Box 663, Falmouth, MA 02541

508‑540‑1899

Dining Reservations Ext 1Membership Ext 3 Pro Shop & Tennis Reservations Ext 4Catering Information Ext 15Lounge and To-Go Orders Ext 2 Dial by Name Directory Ext 8

www.woodsholegolfclub.com

The 18-Hole Women’s Golf Association kicked off its spring season on Tuesday, April 16, the original date of April 9 having been rained out. The group plays every Tuesday morning during the spring, summer and fall. The only requirement to participate is a 36 or lower handicap. “We’re here to play a game of golf, but also to have fun,” said Sue Gregory, Chairman of the 18-Hole Women.

One of the ways the group keeps things interesting is to have different weekly tournaments. When the players arrive in the morning, they find out which team they are on and who they are playing with. Each week, prizes are awarded in the form of credits that can be used in the Pro Shop.

For the spring opener, the women played a casual game. Gayle Perry, a past 18-Hole Women chairperson who has been a member of the club since 1990, played her first 18 holes of the season. “It was just really pleasant being on the course again,” she said. She talked about the chal-lenges the women faced after being away from the game for most of the winter. “We were getting to know the course again, getting to know our swings again. It wasn’t always pretty,” she joked. “You envision where the ball is going to be, line it up, and it goes in the opposite direction! But the course was in fine shape. It was terrific.”

“There’s a lot of camaraderie in this group, and I hope more women will join this season,” said Sue. “It’s a great opportunity to meet new people and also to challenge your game.” It’s easy to join. Just call Sue Gregory or Diane Anastasia (contact information in sidebar). They’ll arrange the teams and make you feel welcome.

18-Hole Women Kick Off Spring Season

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It’s easy:1. Contact Sue or Diane and

say you want to play.Sue Gregory, 508-548-5640 sgregory@kinlingrover.com, Diane Anastasia, 508-563-2061 ddanast@gmail.com,

2. In the Spring and Fall Seasons, all you have to do is show up at the Pro Shop by 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday mornings with your $1.25 entry fee, and then play informally at 9:00 a.m. In the Summer Season, you must sign up by Sunday at 6:00 p.m. in order to play the following Tuesday. There is an official sign-up sheet located in the women’s locker room. Also in the Summer Season, you need to be at the Pro Shop by 8:00 a.m. to receive your scorecard and rules sheet. Tee off is 8:30 a.m. sharp.

3. Have a blast!

How To Join the 18-Hole Women

Spring Opener for 18-Hole Women. (left to right)Marge Crain, Gayle Perry, Sue Gregory, Linda Keeling and Diane Anastasia

Download Tournament Applications

• Log in at woodsholegolfclub.com • Click on Golf• Click on the Weekly CalendarYou will be able to view each month, with

the name of the events on the dates to be played. Click on the event, and a tournament application will appear.

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In case you missed the news—the Net Club Championship has been renamed. The competition is now known as the Governor’s Cup (men) and the First Lady’s Trophy (women). The decision to rename the event was made by the Tournament Committee during the winter. “We wanted to give the competition a stronger identity,” said Glenn Kelly, Head Golf Professional. “It’s a great event, and, while the name Net Club Championship is fine, we think Governor’s Cup and First Lady’s Trophy have more personality.”

The championship event was created nine years ago in response to golfers looking for more match play events, where handicaps are allowed in order to level the playing field. “It provides opportunities for greater participation,” Glenn said.

Net Club Championship RenamedGovernor’s Cup and First Lady’s Trophy

It’s time to get ready for the Governor’s Cup and First Lady’s Trophy championship. There is a qualifying round for all competi-tors, and the 18-hole net score is used to seed the players into the appropriate brack-ets. Qualifying dates are Saturdays June 22 and 29. You may choose only one day in which to qualify. The low four qualifiers from each day advance to match play.

To enter, go to the club website and download an application, or obtain an application at the Pro Shop. On the qualifying date you select, pick up your official scorecard at the Pro Shop. Brackets will be determined at the end of the quali-fying period. After that, you have 10 days to complete your individual matches. The entry fee is $20.00.

“Throughout the summer we like to run events that are both competitive and fun,” said Glenn Kelly, Head Golf Professional. The Governor’s Cup and First Lady’s Trophy certainly meet that criteria.”

Qualifying Dates for Governor’s Cup and First Lady’s Trophy: June 22 and 29

Paul Lobo and David Nolan, who played in last year’s final of the Men’s Net Club Championship

Diane Anastasia and Heather Farrell, who played in last year’s final of the Women’s Net Club Championship

Coming Soon Don’t miss these summer-season opening

events in the first week of June:• June 2. Opening Day Mixer,

3:00 p.m. Shotgun• June 4. 18-Hole Women Opening Day

Mixer, 8:30 a.m. Shotgun• June 6. 9-Hole Ladies Opening Day,

9:00 a.m. Shotgun. Lunch to follow• June 8. Presidents Cup,

9:00 a.m. Shotgun

See the calendar in this newsletter for more upcoming events.

April 1 through December 31

Restaurant and Lounge: 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. every day.

Full Menu available all day, every day.

Afternoon Appetizers: 2:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m., every day.

Closing times may be extended if needed for tournaments.

Clubhouse Hours 2013

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Richard B. McElvein M.D., Member of the Senior-Seniors, has given us an update on the group.

A few of our group have braved the elements this winter, but now most have returned and are ready and eager to play again on the course, which has weathered well. As in the past, we will gather at the Clubhouse at 9:00 a.m. for tee-off at 9:30 every Monday, Wednesday and Friday. A reminder: If you are not present at 9:00 a.m., you will not have an assigned group and will not be eligible for point scoring.

There is no organized play on Memorial Day and on June 14, which is the date of the Dutch Wessner Member Guest Tourna-ment. On July 11 we look forward to our annual lunch with the 9 Hole Ladies. Other events for the year are posted in the Pro Shop, printed in the Directory, found on the Club web site and will be printed in On Course.

Senior-Seniors Return

Steve Haddad, Paul and Rita Dussault and Sharon Haddad

Vincent Dagostino, Melissa Bedford and Larry Medeiros

Applicants and Candidates for Member Review & Comments:

The persons listed below are applicants for membership. All WHGC members should feel comfortable in either showing support or questioning the suitability of any poten-tial member. The Membership Committee encourages members to submit comments, either by letter addressed to the Club office or by contacting any committee member by telephone or email. Written comments will be treated confidentially but must be signed by the member for validation or follow-up.

• Helen MacNeil (Phyllis MacNeil)• William Murphy (Ronald Lanning)• Jack Smith (Ann Burleigh)• Jeffrey Stearns (Brett Sanidas)

On Course On the WebWe now have two ways for you to view On Course online:• Go to Our Web Site: woodsholegolfclub.com to

see the newsletter in color. AND• Check out the flip book version: You can now

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And remember—You’ll help your club save money and reduce paper use if you sign up for e-mail-only delivery of On Course.

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Several Members have encouraged us to introduce appetizer-style snacks between lunch and dinner, and that’s exactly what we’ve been working on. Here is a preview of the Afternoon Appetizers, served daily from 2:00 to 6:30 p.m.

• Overstuffed Potato Skins• Stuffed Quahog • Fried Calamari• Goat Cheese and Tomato Quesadilla• BBQ Pork Quesadilla with Sautéed Onions and American Cheese • Duck Confit Taco• Tanglers with Triple Dipping Sauces• Extra Large Wings with Honey GlazeAnd please don’t forget, if you need a quick refreshment after golf

or work and don’t want to fight traffic, drop by your Club…we’ll be waiting for you until 9:00 p.m. every day. (And bring another Member or friend.)

In closing, I want to thank Chef Jim Litman, Sous Chef Brett Mayer, and Clubhouse “core” Staff Dawn Copeland, Courtney Smith and David Zauner for really stepping forward with enthusiasm, creative problem-solving and proactive involvement in helping us lift the Woods Hole Golf Club experience to the next level. There are certainly many other Staff Members working hard to make your Club experience special, and I will point them out in my future columns.

See you around the Club…Michael

Michael Lawrence

Manager’s Letter (continued from page 1)

Don and Carol McInnes

Brian, Jean and Jim Estes

Harold and Suzanne Scutt

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Opening Day Mixer 3:00 PM Shotgun

18 Hole Women Opening Day Mixer8:30 AM Shotgun

9 Hole Ladies Opening Day Lunch 9 AM Shotgun

Presidents Cup9 AM Shotgun

Cape Cod Sr. 4 Ball League Match 11:30 AM v. Sand Hollows

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Cape Cod Senior 4 Ball League Match 11:30 AM v. New Sea

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Sundown Swingers 4 PM Shotgun

PLAY FOR PINK18 Hole Women8:30 AM Shotgun

9 Hole Ladies Member Guest9 AM Shotgun

Men’s Senior Junior Tournament 9 AM Shotgun

Mixed Member Guest 1 PM Shotgun

3rd Annual Men’s Summer Classic Noon Shotgun

3rd Annual Men’s Summer Classic 9 AM Shotgun

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• Friday, June 28. Welcome Back Mixer. Tennis at 4:00 p.m., with hors d’oeuvres and beverages. An optional cookout is planned on the Pro Shop Patio at 6:00 p.m.

• Friday, July 12. Tennis Mixer. Tennis at 4:00 p.m., with hors d’oeuvres and beverages. An optional cookout is planned on the Pro Shop Patio at 6:00 p.m.

• Sunday, July 28. First Annual WHGC Men’s and Women’s Golf/Tennis Biathlon Championship. Nine holes of golf finishing anytime before 4:00 p.m.; followed by tennis competition at 4:00 p.m.; followed by awards, hors d’oeuvres, and beverages. An optional cookout on Pro Shop patio at 6:00 p.m.

• Sunday, August 4. Tennis Mixer. Tennis at 4:00 p.m., with hors d’oeuvres and beverages. An optional cookout is planned on the Pro Shop Patio at 6:00 p.m.

• Saturday, August 17. WHGC Men’s and Women’s Doubles Championships.

Tennis ScheduleBarrie Murray and Guest, Valerie Belcher

Dr. Joe and Lucia Giangrasso

(Left to right) Barbara Meissner; Jim Clark; Dr. Susan Avery, Director of WHOI; Mike Meissner; and Ruth Clark

Top Right: (left to right ) The McAuliffe Family: Lindsay, Geneo, Gene, Darcy, Diana and Mark

Middle Right: Rudy Scarito and her mother, Fran Scarito

Bottom Right: Newlyweds James and Stephanie Gabriel

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Save the Date!Tuesday, July 16, 2013Play for PINK to Benefit Breast Cancer Research18-Hole Golf, Tennis, Lunch and Silent Auction

WE INVITE ALL FEMALE MEMBERS TO PARTICIPATE!

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