RiverTHE

July 2019

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We would like to Welcome the following new members toGreat River Golf Club.

We are looking forward to having you all as members.

Membership Update

CooperSurgical, Inc.

Chris Iacovina

Connor O'Brien

John Yimoyines

Matt Dziubina

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One down two to go. Now that June is behind us, it is time to focus on July and August. After last year we all know

how weather can play such a key role in our outcomes. Thankfully the work we did last year along with the programs

in place this year have us in a much better spot heading into the toughest months. I know the last thing anyone wants

to see once the greens are rolling nice is more holes. Please understand that we are only one year into a multiyear

process. Even though things are looking better on the surface, work still needs to take place in the soil to assure we

will be able to maintain the desired conditions when weather isn’t favorable.

On Sunday, June 2nd, we had our annual visit form our consultant Richard Bator. He was very pleased in the progress

being made and is hopeful that we can return to “normal” cultural programs in two more years. According to his

measurements, we took the 1 ¼” organic layer and reduced it by ½” in one year. This is a very good accomplishment

and a testament to Sacred Heart’s commitment to producing a product to be proud of. It was another fantastic visit

from Richard who took the time to answer questions from our Greens Committee members present during the tour

and share his insights from a career that spans five decades. He also offered some recommendations on future

purchases that will better help our cultural programs and made some slight modifications to a few of the programs as

well.

Greens & Grounds

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Greens & GroundsIt is hard to believe that we are 1/3 through our Summer struggle (June, July, and August) and things are doing well.

The entire G&G team has settled into the routines that make things run as we would like and assure that all tasks get

complete each week. With such a short season, there really isn’t any room for “we can do it tomorrow”. The tasks

planned for a day need to be accomplished that day for us to be successful. I would like to take a few minutes and

talk about some of the people that go under the radar and help us get these tasks accomplished. First is our horti-

culturalist, Irene Loboncz. Irene is responsible for all the flower beds located throughout the property. This includes

around the clubhouse and on the course. It is a huge job that takes an incredible amount of know how and orga-

nization to complete. The second person I would like to mention is Steve Jones Sr. Steve spends most of his time

around the clubhouse working on details and lawns. On top of the outside work Steve does, he also helps inside

when needed doing small projects and making minor repairs. The last person I would like to say a few words about

is Allen DeVellis. Allen is new to the team this year and has been an incredible pickup. He has a wonderful attitude

and is always asking “what’s next”. Allen is an operator/laborer and the cousin of Francesco and Erica. If you happen

to see any of them on the course, please take a minute to say “Thanks” for the hard work and long hours they put in.

Steve Jones Sr. Irene Loboncz Allen DeVellis

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Dear Members,

We certainly hope you’re enjoying the beautiful weather these past 6 weeks and taking advantage of the outstanding playing conditions on our Golf Course.

We are extremely excited to have our new Executive Chef Matthew Adkins join our F&B Team and Great River Family. He’s been very busy in our kitchen working and mentoring our Culinary Team to get through an extremely busy month, with 7 weddings, multiple golf outings and other social events. He’s made subtle changes to our lunch, dinner and brunch menus, along with adding creative daily specials. Please look for more changes once he settles in and gets more familiar with his Team, our operation and our processes.

We will be featuring two Member’s exclusive events in the month of July. On Wednesday, July 10th, our Executive Chef Matthew Adkins will present his creative menu along with Italian inspired wines (menu attached). On Friday, July 26th, beginning at 6pm, we will present our first “Island Night”, with a live steel band, and Chef’s favorites from the Caribbean.

We look forward to serving you, your family and friends!

Thank you,

Dan Piccolello Matthew AdkinsF&B Director Executive Chef

Food & Beverage

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Wine Club

Chef Matthew Adkins Presents

July 10, 2019

Italian Inspired Wines & Pairings

Micro Greens, Pickled Watermelon Radishes, Maine Blueberries, Crispy Goat Cheese

Blood Orange Vinaigrette Pieropan, Soave

Grilled Moroccan-Style Domestic Lamb Chops,

Olive Oil Couscous, Mint Chutney Donnachiara, Falanghina (2016)

Crispy Prawns, Sweet & Spicy Scallion Chili Sauce, Grilled

Pineapple, Sweet Corn Arepas Allegrini, Palazzo della Torre (2014)

Sticky Toffee Pudding

Pistachio Gelato Marcarini, Moscato d’ Asti (2014)

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Greetings!

June, which is still considered by many to be a traditional wedding month, welcomed 7 couples who tied the knot and

believe it or not, almost 1,000 people came through our doors, many for the first time. Congratulations to Bianca & Tim,

Brittany & Andrew, Gilytza & Justin, Kim & Kevin, Jaclyn & James Michelle & Matthew and Lisa & Nick!

Brides and babies-to-be were also welcomed with elegant Sunday brunches. In addition, we hosted a high school

sports banquet, a SHU Leadership dinner, and a very special milestone birthday celebration!!

As we look ahead to the Summer months, we are excited to host more weddings, meetings and special celebrations.

Please keep in mind, it’s not too early to book your company’s holiday party.

If you know of anyone looking for the perfect venue for their special event, please have them give me a call at 203-

876-8051 ext. 132.

Best Regards,

Gail Hunt

Social & Corporate Event Sales Manager

Event Planner Corner

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Congratulations to Sophia Sarrazin

Sophia won the FCIAC Championship as a Freshman!

She fired an even par 73.

Sophia also won her first AJGA event in Ohio.

She fired 76, 70, 65 to win by two, WOW!!!

Sarrazin Wins Again!

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Pro Shop CornerDear Members,

The golf season is in full swing, which I hope means you are coming out to play, hitting the range, or working on your short game. If you are making it to the club on a regular basis, make sure you have at least a couple pair of golf shoes in your rotation.

Even if you have 5 pair of shoes in your locker (or at home or in the turnk of your car) you can never have too many pairs of shoes, right? You may have shoes for tournaments or weekend events and other pairs for more casual rounds or when you are working on your game. Rotating multiple pairs actually proglongs the life of your shoes.

There are a lot of great golf shoes on the market. However, FJ is the #1 Shoe in Golf and the #1 Shoe on Tour for a reason - well, many reasons actually. But one reason inparticular is that they offer more styles, more sizes and more widths than any other brand. They have a shoe for every golfer.

Whether you are looking for a performance shoe with athletic styling (FJ Fury), the hottest shoe on Tour (Pro/SL), a great-looking traditional saddle (DryJoys Tour), or a performance spikeless shoe that works as well off the course as it does on the course (FJ Flex) - FootJoy has you covered.

The bottom line is that they are all incredibly comfortable and perform on the course. It's well worth a few minutes of your time to visit the Pro Shop and try on a pair. If we don't have exactly what you want - we can order it for you and have it in a few days. We look forward to see you soon.

Sincerely,

The Pro Shop Staff

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Pro Shop Corner

JULY SALEJuly 8th - July 22nd

All

Apparel

The more you buy the more you save

Buy 1 piece at 25% off

Buy 2 pieces at 30% off

Buy 3 or more at 40% off

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Red, White & Blue TournamentSaturday, July 6thShotgun Start at 9:00AMEntry Fee: $50.00

This tournament is an individual stroke play event in which the player plays the course from different tee boxes. There will be both Net and Gross prizes. Breakfast will be served in Monty's. Don't delay, sign up today in the Pro Shop!

Two-Day Member-GuestFriday, July 19th - Optional practice round, Par 3 Tournament & DinnerSaturday, July 20th - Sunday, July 21stEntry Fee: $650.00 Per Team

Don't miss our best and most exciting event of the year. The event runs from July 20th - 21st with an optional practice round and par 3 tournament on Friday, July 19th.

Format: Round Robin, Five Nine-Hole Matches, Better Ball of Partners using 80% of Handicap, teams are flighted according to handicap. The differential of partners handicaps must be 9 or less.

The Point System: 1 point for a win and .1 point for every hole you win by. The max a team can win is 1.3 For a tie, it's .5 and a loss is 0. Ties will be broken by Suddent Death Playoff starting on hole# 10.

The Shootout: All Flight Winners will compete in a Sudden Death shootout starting on the 9th fairway on Sunday afternoon.

Great River Open Semifinal & Final MatchesSaturday, July 27th - Sunday, July 28thTee Times

Summer Skins GameSaturday, August 3rdShotgun Start at 9:00AMEntry Fee: $30.00 per Member and $80.00 per guest (invite up to 3 guests)Fee for Skins Pool: $40.00 cash from each player

Format: Individual Stroke Play, recording your Net and Gross scores. A skin is won by a player who posts the lowest score on a hole. Net skin will be any net score that holds up among only Net Scores.The maximum HDC for this event is 18.

Sign Up Deadline: July 27thFood & Beverage: Breakfast in Monty's and Lunch in the Member's Grill Room.

Tournament Club

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Stember Cup ResultsMark Appelberg and Steve Baye fired 33 to win the net prize in the Stember Cup and Tommy Rosati Jr. and John Bushka fashioned a 2 under 34 to the gross. Congrats!

Twilight League UpdateOur twilight league ended in a three way tie with:

• Kevin Heslin & Andy Seperack• Scott Candee & Scott Walker• Mike Ahearn & Brian Sarosky

We will be having a 9-hole playoff Wednesday, July 10th!

Great River Open UpdateThings are getting tight as we get closer to the finals. So far in the quarter finals, Noel Forma, Steve Venditti, Tom Beaumonte, Carl Nero and Matt Maleri. Good luck fellows!

Member TournamentsHelfer/Dober Capture One Day Member/Guest

Alan Helfer and Bill Dober shot a blistering six

under 66 on June 7th to edge Ken Campbell and

Aaron Gross by two shots.

On the Net side it was Shamus O'Rourke and Den-

nis Rothe with a stunning fifteen under 57 beating

the tem of Bob and Jim Intravia who had a 59.

Wow, great play and great turnout! Congrats to all

our winners and thanks to all who participated.

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Sign up now for our Full-Day Camps!(Ages 10 - 17)

Camp #1: July 12th - 18thCamp #2: July 29th - Aug 2nd

9:00AM - 4:00PM

Regular Price $600 Members, SHU Alumni & Faculty $550