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UPCOMING CLUB EVENTSParents Families (Read below for all Golf events) VILLA OPEN HOUSEFriday, August 14 All Members are welcome to drop by the new Villa 409 / 410 to take a peek and have a glass of wine. There are some new features we have included in this Villa that you will love. The Harvest Room has a full size refrigerator for more storage and we have installed louvered folding doors which will provide more shelter on winter days. You will be impressed with the landscaping and the views! Complimentary Event
KJ PRIVATE TOMATO FESTIVALSaturday, August 15 If you LOVE heirloom tomatoes, then you can't miss this truly unique experience! With similar elements to Kendall-Jackson's annual Heirloom Tomato Festival, Jackson Family Estates has invited 40 of our Members for a Private Tomato Festival at the winery before the crowds arrive! Begin with an intimate tour of the gardens, featuring fresh fruits and vegetables from all over the world. The gardens are divided by varietal showcasing the aromas and tastes of the specific wines. Taste tomato-inspired dishes created by the KJ personal chefs and pair their creations with deliciously crafted wines from the Jackson Family Estates. Attendance is limited to the first 40 Members who sign up. Limited shuttle service will be available by reservation only. Event $50++ Per Person TENNIS CLINICS & EVENTSKids' Clinic Women's Round Robin Enjoy a mimosa or two and play in a friendly round robin. Junior Tennis Clinics Adult Beginner Tennis Clinics Adult Intermediate & Advanced Tennis Clinics To sign up for clinics or private lessons, please contact Luke Chiurco at 707 321 7139 or [email protected]. |
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NEW MEMBERS - SINCE FEBRUARY 2015We would like to announce our newest Members and send a warm welcome to all the folks who have joined the Club since the beginning of the year! We know you'll find each of these talented individuals interesting and enjoyable company. Mark & Ellen Lampert Congratulations to the following Members for adding the Residence Club Membership to their portfolio! Michael & Kathi Mayer |
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GOLF EVENTS & CHAMPIONSHIP SCHEDULEAugust September October November
A WORD ABOUT HANDICAPSEver since the Royal Burgess Golfing Society of Edinburgh was formed in Scotland back in 1735, the issue of Course Handicaps and their reflection on a players’ ability has arisen as a topic of discussion, particularly around the playing of Club Tournaments. At Mayacama, we take these discussions very seriously. We take a great deal of pride in the fact that our Championships are conducted fairly and at the highest level. Accordingly, we have taken the time to perform an audit of the Club’s Handicap Records as they relate to the number of rounds Members play vs. the number of rounds posted for Handicap purposes. The audit revealed that approximately 70% of the rounds played were posted. While we initially thought that the variance between rounds of golf played and scores posted for handicap purposes would be closer, we also realize that often there are rounds that are played which are not in accordance with the Rules of Golf. Such rounds include Scramble, Chapman or Pinehurst, Shamble, practice rounds and playing lessons. In those cases, the Rules of Golf are not observed and therefore those rounds cannot be posted. Still, we would like to see the number of rounds played vs. rounds posted closer to 90%. A quick look at our Champions Boards at Mayacama will reveal that in those flights which are played using Handicaps (both Match Play and Stroke Play), rarely is the same name repeated. This fact would leave one to believe that the Handicap System works relative to creating a level playing field. Further validation is our Traveling Cups, played over various courses and in different conditions. These matches often come down to the last day and occasionally the last match before one side wins. However, to put any concerns about the effectiveness of the Handicap System at Mayacama to rest, we are taking two initiatives relative to posting and monitoring tournament scores:
Regarding non-tournament scores, we encourage everyone to post a score for every round played, as long as that round is played in accordance with the Rules of Golf. We will continue to monitor the Rounds Played vs. Rounds Posted for the remainder of the year, and should the need arise, implement a program where a penalty score may be posted when a player continually plays a round without posting. A penalty score is a score that is equal to the lowest Handicap Differential in the player’s current scoring record. There are two basic premises that underlie the USGA Handicap System, namely that each player will try to make the best score at every hole in every round, regardless of where the round is played, and that the player will post every acceptable round for peer review. Acceptable scores are those scores played in accordance with the Rules of Golf. The player and your Tournament Committee have joint responsibility for adhering to these premises. The Handicap System is not perfect, but it’s the only one we have, and we shall do our part to uphold its integrity, along with the integrity of our Club. Please feel free to contact a member of the Professional Staff if you have any questions or comments about the USGA Handicap System, or refer to the Handicap Manual by visiting the USGA Website. And remember to enjoy the game! THE MEMBER-MEMBER60 players enjoyed the 2015 Mayacama Member-Member. This is the second year that the Member-Member adopted the five 9-hole Match Play format...made so popular in our Men's Member-Guest. And this is the first year that the Shoot-Out among the five Flight Winners determined the Overall Champions. Congratulations to all who competed, and of course to the teams that qualified to participate in the Shoot-Out. All of the Member-Member participants came out to cheer on their respective Flight Champion in the Shoot-Out, partly because they wanted to support their flight, but also because they had a vested interest in the outcome should their Flight Winner take the Overall Champions prize. Steve Barker and Shane Brisbin ended up taking the Overall Champion honors over Finalists Don Grant and Paul Puccioni in an exciting four-hole shoot-out. This is a great event and you should begin lining up your partner to play in the 2016 Member, slated for June 24 & 25, 2016!
Member-Member Results OVERALL CHAMPIONS: Steve Barker & Shane Brisbin Women’s Flight First Flight Second Flight Third Flight Fourth Flight OUR MEMBERS IN NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS!Brady Exber in the British Senior Open Scott Mitchell Qualifies for the 2015 US Junior Amateur Championship Mitchell Second Alternate in US Amateur Qualifying Other notable showings was Mayacama Junior Connor Chesky, who shot a score of three under par 141 (70 – 71) at Santa Rosa Golf & Country Club. At the US Amateur qualifier in Turlock California, Mayacama Member Ryan Johnson overcame a late-round triple bogey for a first-round score of 74, but followed that up with a strong second round of five under par 67, falling just short of qualifying in what would be his first USGA Championship. All in all, a great showing this summer for Mayacama Members competing in National (and International) Championships!
A SAD LOSS TO US ALLIt is with deep regret to inform everyone of the sudden death of our Member, Evan Morris. He was a good friend of many Mayacama Members. He was a very nice person and a Golfer in the true sense of the word. On behalf of everyone at Mayacama, our heartfelt thoughts and prayers include the family and friends of Evan. We send our sincere condolences to the family for their loss. |
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AUGUST SPA SPECIAL - REFLEXOLOGYFoot Reflexology massage can be a deeply relaxing and therapeutic to decrease stress and anxiety in the entire body. There are nerves in your feet, hands, and ears that correspond with different body parts. When those pressure points are stimulated, it can help with body balance. Book an 80-minute massage and receive a complimentary 20-minute reflexology, making your treatment 100-minutes. Appointments Required: 707 569 2920 or [email protected] FITNESS TRAININGIn addition to Michael Kuebler, please welcome Lindsey Kennedy who is now available for your fitness training here Skills Member Testimonial For more information or to sign up for private fitness training, please contact Lindsey at 707 695 4967 or [email protected]. |
at Mayacama. Lindsey has been in the fitness industry for over 15 years as a certified trainer for most of that time. She specializes in HIIT training, body weight training, as well as rehabilitative type training. She grew up playing sports, and likes to incorporate agility, balance, strength and endurance training in most workouts. Lindsey's philosophy is that we have to constantly change our routines so we can keep seeing results and challenge our bodies. |
SUMMER CAMPSDon't let summer get away without signing your kiddies up for some "Summer Fun" days as well as some really fun camps and field trips. We are still offering early bird specials for those who sign up at least one week in advance of the camp. If you have any questions, please refer to the camp schedule or contact our Activities Director, Melinda Murray at 707 569 2908. |
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LET US KNOWThe Mayacama Connection brings you news and updates about Mayacama Golf Club and the wonderful events we have planned for you and your family. We hope that this newsletter and the website reflects our passion for making Mayacama the best Club in the country. We very much want to hear your comments or suggestions. Feel free to drop us a note at [email protected] and we will be glad to follow-up. Thank you in advance for your time, consideration, and input. If you need assistance to log on to the Members Only Website, please contact Claire Thomas at [email protected]. Please note that all menus and event activities listed are subject to change. Cancellations for any events or Spa treatments made less than 24 hours in advance and no-shows will be charged in full.
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