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Martiniswith the Manager
OCTOBER 2008
Ron’s RamblingsI hope that every ne had a good and safe summer. The kids should be back in school and what with all the school activities it is hard to find enough time to enjoy the club like we did all summer. It should be light enough for a couple of weeks to get a few holes in after work. Don’t forget – the tennis courts are lit all year long. Dust off that tennis racket and get some exercise. Ryder Cup takes place at the end of October. This year there will be 2 rounds played at Eldorado. If you live on the
course show your support with a banner or sign.
Martini’s with the Manager has proven to be one of the most popular events that we have at the club. I am always amazed at the number of long time members that I meet during these events. While the prime purpose is for members to get together and socialize it is also a great opportunity to bring a potential member to introduce them to the club and club members.
Last month I mentioned that we will be having elections starting in the fall for At-large members on the Board. This is a great way to contribute your service to the Club and to share your thoughts, ideas and expertise. There will be 3 At-large positions open this year. We will be providing applications in November and depending on the number of folks interested we may have a nominating committee interview prospective candidates. The actual voting will take place in December.
Hope to see you around the Club.
Ron Harper2008 Board President
Date NightOctober 25, 2008
Leek & Goat Cheese CakeOn a Lentle Relish with Basil Oil & Roasted Red
Pepper Vinaigrette
Nicoise Salad with Boursin Crustini
Duo Plate of Lobster with Vanilla Rum Butter& Seared Prime Tenderloin with Syrah Demi Glace
Purple Peruvian Potatoes & Grilled Asparagus
Chocolate Lava Cake with Mocha Whipped Cream& Bourbon Chocolate Glaze
October 16th6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Free Martinis, Beer, Wine,Complimentary Hors D’ Oeuvres
RSVP Today 972-529-6776
Free Golf Guest Fees on Martini Thursday!
Invite your Neighbor, Friends & Co-Workers For Golf & Fun!
972-529-2770
Bob and Carolyn PhiloAmbassador Co-Chairs
Eldorado Wishes All Our Members Who Were Born In October Another Happy & Healthy Year!
AmbAssAdors News
Many ECC members have asked us how we, the members of the Ambassador Club, are doing recruiting new members. There are two answers to that question. First, it is not the function of the Ambassador Club to recruit new members - new members come primarily from referrals made by existing members but not all existing members participate by making referrals. In fact, probably less than 10% of our membership makes referrals in any given year. So, don’t be surprised should you ask an Ambassador “how are you doing recruiting new members?” if the answer you get back is not a question such as “when is the last time you made a referral?”.
We do need all of our members to make good referrals - people we want in our club - people who can afford it - people who will use it and enjoy it. Please be sure that the prospective members you refer are consistent with the caliber of our members. That way we will fill our club with people you would like to see every time you come to ECC. What do we do? The Ambassador Club has transformed the process of Membership By Invitation Only so that now each member referral and each new member that is sponsored by a current member is taken care of and introduced into membership by one of our Ambassadors. Anyone who comes to our clubhouse on their own (a few do) is met by an Ambassador who talks to them about our club, shows them around, and - if the Ambassador feels like the prospect would fit into our membership - the Ambassador might chose to extend an invitation to the person or family. But membership still requires an invitation, an application and a review and approval of the application by a select committee of members. The second answer is: we are doing much better than most clubs in our area and better than many clubs in the Palmer group. But, we are not doing good enough to make any substantial net gains because our poor economy is negatively affecting us two ways: we are losing more members for economic reasons and some potential members will not join for economic reasons. Certainly, this to shall pass - but it will take some time for everyone’s confidence in our economy to return. In the mean time, it is important that all of our members make quality referrals. If you would like to participate, let Chelsea know. Bob and Carolyn Philo
Sara AbbottRic AndersonJenny ArmstrongJohnny BarrettTami BarrowsScott BeckAbraham BenavidesDaryl BoothJames CarneyCelia CarrollRuth CarrollSteven CarsonRobbie Clark
Kit CobbKathy ConnorsGlenn CreppsMark DavidTodd DeVilleneuveLore DickieSharon DormanKaron EastlandJim EmersonJudy FlemonsLyron FosterTom FoxDavid Garrity
Sheryl GentRick GottschalkVernard GrimesJeff HagerAmy HallMarty HarperLois HarterKevin HendersonPatricia HickmanDebbie HillRick HolleyCurtis HoppeKelly Howell
Linda JamesKarly JandocThomas JohnsonCheryl JonesKevin KetnerRhett LankfordCindy LeeLita LibbyDayna LonesMark MansonSusan MatthewsKevin McClainRandy McCown
Kurt MeyerMary MoenDavid MorrowSandi MurraySandra NelsonJohn O’MaraCharles O’NeilGerald O’ReillyNita PainterKenneth PhelpsTed PingPatricia PingPaul Raleeh
Victor RaymondKathi RiddleLawerence RingleyMary RoachCharles RobinsonKathy RogersMary SandellLauren SchmeitsBrad SchroederDebbie ShanksRalph SmithKelly SoutherlandJohn Sowerby
Jan SteckGreg SteglichDavid StoneDonna TaylorMary Ellen ThoesTorchy ThompsonMarilyne ToddGreg TrantEileen TredinnickJames UnderwoodDoug UrbanLauretta VaughnMark Winnubst
Friday MorningBridge Winners
August 8Patti DuitE.J. Nowak
Leah McCarthy
August 15Barbara EttingerShirley PowersGloria Erickson
Sept 5Denis HarrlesonPat WienstroerJoanne Whitfield
Vacations are over. Join us for Bridge on Friday Mornings call Leah McCarthy at 972-548-8240.
Mr. & Mrs. Chris Anderson
Mr. & Mrs. Richard Barrett
Mrs. Virginia Beverly
Mr. & Mrs. Robert Bloemer
Mr. William Boyd
Mrs. Freda Boyette
Mr. & Mrs. Robert Carr
Mr. & Mrs. Neil Clayton
Mr. & Mrs. Bradford Cobb
Mr. & Mrs. Glenn Crepps
Mr. & Mrs. Robert Douglass
Ms. Linda Dugger
Mr. & Mrs. Jim Emerson
Mr. & Mrs. Donald Engelbrecht
Mr. & Mrs. George Graham
Mr. & Mrs. James Griffin
Mr. Joseph Picken
Mr. & Mrs. Arby Moorman
Mr. & Mrs. Michael Mount
Mr. & Mrs. Ward Paxton
Mr. & Mrs. Harry Riley
Mr. & Mrs. Robert Roeder
Ms. Sydney Sherley
Mr. & Mrs. Felix Smith
Mr. & Mrs. Edward Town
Mr. & Mrs. Anthony Vita
Mr. & Mrs. Robert Waddell
Mr. & Mrs. James Walker
Mr. & Mrs. George Webb
Thank You PlatinumClub Members! For Over 25 Years
of Loyal Membership
Friday, October 10th • $12.95Pasta Action Stationwith fresh Toppings Galore!
Two Pastas With Marinara & Alfredo
DRINK & DRIVE DINNER SPECIAL
Bingo cards are just 50 Cents! Don’t miss this monthly Fun!
ENjOy LIVE ENTERTAINMENT INTHE SPORTS GRILL FROM 7-10PM
6pm-9pmBingo Starts at 7PM
Champagne BrunchEvery Sunday 11am-2pm
Bring The Family Every Sunday ForOur Fabulous Champagne Brunch!
Enjoy A Complimentary Glass of Champagne!
Omelets and Waffles made to order Soup de jour & Fresh Salads
Peel & Eat Shrimp, Smoked Salmon Dessert Station
Adults $16.95 • Seniors (55 & up) $12.95 Children (6-12) $7.95 • Children 5 & Under Free
Make Your Weekly Reservations: 972-529-6779
THE
PO
WER
B
INGO POT
$1700+
Friday,October 17th
It is hard to believe fall is already upon us. I hope many of you have been able to sample the new items on our menu. We have continued to have a tremendous response to Half Off Wednesday and by popular demand it will continue through the rest of 2008. Remember seating is limited, please make reservations.
There have been a few discrepancies with member’s bills. I believe it would be a great help and benefit to the
members as well as the servers if everyone would take the time to sign their checks and write their member numbers on the tickets. This would alleviate the problems of two members having the same last name and receiving charges belonging to other members. Thank you so much for your help in this matter. Drink and Drive is scheduled for Friday, October 9and Guys and Dolls will be Sunday, October 19. Bingo will be Friday, October 17, mark your calendars. Tracy has planned another fun filled wine night for Wednesday, October 22, she will pair chocolates and wine. She has also planned an election night pajama party for Tuesday, November 4 in the grill.
Baine Brooks
Girls Wine Night AD Wednesday, October 22Cathy Taylor
Chicken Fried Steak • Fried ChickenRoasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Green Beans with Bacon & OnionsCountry Gravy • Apple Pie
Donny,
I would like to express to you how impressed I was with the presentation of the food at the last Margaritas with the Manager event. The stuffed pig and the grilled fish was nothing like I’ve seen at El Dorado before. After tasting the fish tacos I went over to all the food items in the chaffing dishes. I tasted all the items and I was very impressed with everything. Our new chef deserves “BIG Kudos” because if all of our events feature a spread like this, our members are receiving superbness.
Thanks again and looking forward to the next event.
Baine Brooks
Gossip from
theGrill
Paul Hagy
On The GreensWith
Paul HagyGolf Course Maintenance
Cool temperatures are finally here! October means the Member Guest and Ryder Cup are upon us and we look forward to both events. Congratulations to our ladies for bringing the Solheim Cup back to Eldorado!For us, October will be spent preparing for these fine events. We will also squeeze in the overseeding of our tee boxes and clubhouse grounds to keep them green throughout the winter. Looks like this year, we will overseed the week after the men’s Member Guest. It generally takes about two weeks for the seed to germinate and soon after that we can resume mowing. Please remember to keep all carts on cart paths around the tee boxes as they will be very wet from watering the overseed. Once the rye is established, we can then return to watering on a normal schedule.I look forward to seeing you out real soon!
October 2nd 3rd 4th Encore Cup Member-Guest October 10th Drink and Drive 5:00 ShotgunOctober 19th Guys and Dolls 1:00 ShotgunOctober 27th Arnies Army Employee MarathonOctober 24th-26th Ryder Cup w/Hurricane Creek
upcoming events
ENGAWe have had lots of fun these past months. Lots of fun left. All ladies welcome to join the ENGA, seasoned and new golfers welcome. We play Wednesday morning, meet in the ladies locker room at 8:30 for a short meeting tee off at 9:00.Look forward to seeing all of you . Please call or come in to the pro shop to sign up to play.972-529-2770
MGA NewsThe Eldorado Men’s Club Championship was held in August. Kevin Somers defeated David Garrity in a sudden death playoff for the overall Championship. The flights winners were: (get these from Scott McClinton)1st Flight Gross Kevin Somers 1st Flight Net
Club Championship Women1st Gross Paige LaSalle 159 Overall Champion1st Net Lisa Baird 1502nd Net Connie Harper 152 First Flight1st Gross Kevin Somers 1391st Net David Garrity 1392nd Net Randy Truelove 143 Second Flight1st Gross Tom O’Connell 1481st Net Mike Harris 1432nd Net Charles Gorman 144 Third Flight1st Gross John Jenkins 1581st Net Tom Currier 142 Mickey Stroud John Beavers Ken Sipiora Fourth Flight1st Gross Greg Yoder 165 *won sudden death playoff1st Net Dite Novak 1392nd Net Tommy Brock 140 Fifth Flight1st Gross Steve Fuqua 1771st Net Jim Powell 142 Jim McIntosh 142 Overall Gross (54 hole total) 1st Kevin Somers 219 *won sudden death playoff2nd David Garrity 2193rd Tom O’Connell 2244th Terry Butler 2275th Randy Truelove 2296th Wes Hay 230 Mark Womack 230 Kevin Spann 2309th Mike Hammond 23310th Mike Harris 23511th Joe Molkeen 241 The 6, 5, 4, 3, Hot Ball event was held in August. The event was won by the team of David Garrity, Glen Crepps, Doug Baird, and Sam Donatelli • The Spring/Summer “Lonely Guy” competition was won by Dave Wildrick in a tight match with Jerry Bepko. • The 2008 Ryder Cup team was finalized following the Club Championship. Qualifiers were Tom Recker, Mike Harris, Tom Currier, Dave Wildrick, Ron Harper, Terry Butler, Ken Sipiora, Mark Womack, Kevin Spann, Jerry Bepko and Kevin Somers. This year’s Captain’s picks were John Beavers, Tommy Brock and Billy Hyle.
Help Us Take a Shot at Prostate Cancer!
The staff of Eldorado Country Club will be playing 100 holes of golf on Monday October 27th and pledges
can be made for whatever denomination you choose, however some suggested amounts are $.25, $.50 or
$1.00 per hole. Or any flat fee donations are welcome and will be accepted.
In addition to helping raise money for a great cause, members who pledge $.25 per hole or more will be entered into a drawing for a $500 Southwest Airlines Gift Card. Pledges of $1.00 per hole or more will
receive two entries.
Together we can help win the fight against Prostate Cancer!
news Flash!!! Just in !!!!! The Solheim Cup, which has been on an extended absence from the trophy case, has returned. It is rumored that 14 ladies and numerous fans are responsible for its return. Please pass by the trophy case to see the “CUP” in all its glory, proudly shining in its rightful home. October begins with a multi club exchange at Heritage Ranch on the 1st. This is the date set after the previous rain out. Round of golf on a lovely course with lunch. The EWGA Championship starts October 8th thru to the 10th. A chancer to show your golf prowess. It’s flighted, of course. The Susan G. Komen is October 16th. It’s a great day of golf for a great cause. October 21st, the EWGA travels to Hurricane Creek for an exchange. Lunch after play.
DRINk & DRIVEAFTER DARk
1st Annual NightGolf Tournament
Friday, November 7th6:00pm Shotgun
• 5 hole night golf tournament
• 6 person teams
• $20.00 per person, includes:
2 drink tickets, night golf ball, prizes
• Limited spots available: 48 players maximum
WAY TO GO—YOU DID IT
The SMGA wishes to extend their sincere congratulations to the ladies of the
EWGA, and their Solheim Cup Team, for their victory in the recent Solheim Cup
played against Stonebridge.
We’re proud that you’ve put the trophy
back where it belongs – in the Eldorado CC case.
NICELY DONE, LADIES!
Grady MckeeDirector of Tennis
Beginner TennisInterested in learning?
We have classes going on right now! Come by the shop and we will get you fitted up with rackets, shoes, lessons, and more. Ladies Beginners drill from 9-10:30 on
Friday Mornings.
Bring in this coupon For...
30% offany Head grip, vibration dampener,
wristbands, or other Head accessory.Offer good for the month of OCTOBER ONLY, so get in and take advantage of a racket tune up!
To the Membership of Eldorado:
Hey Everyone,
The Lillyan Pivin Tourney is here and we look forward to great weather for the event! October 10th is the kickoff party and the tourney is on October11th, 2008. This tourney and auction event are both fun and important to the fight against breast cancer. Please join us for the party and pick up some items of interest to benefit a good cause.
Events:
Lillyan Pivin Charity Auction and TourneyOctober 10th and 11th , 2008Auction from 6:30 – 10 pm Friday October 10th, 2008Tourney from 8 am – 5 pm Saturady October 11th, 2008$50 per teamThere are many great auction items and opportunity to contribute to a good cause.
On TheCourts
with Grady
Hey Everyone,
The Lillyan Pivin Tourney is here and we look forward to great weather for the event! October 10th is the kickoff party and the tourney is on October11th, 2008. This tourney and auction event are both fun and important to the fight against breast cancer. Please join us for the party and pick up some items of interest to benefit a good cause.
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
Complimentary October Aerobics Schedule
Cardio Salsa/Core8:30 am-9:45 am
Cardio ConditioningWeights/Abs8:30 am-9:45 amEvening Yoga7:00 pm-8:15 pm
CardioKickboxing/Abs8:30 am-9:45 am
Boot Camp Weights/Abs/Stretching8:15 am-9:45 am Yoga10:00 am-11:15 am
Pilates/Core/Stability Ball9:30 am-10:30 am
Yoga8:30 am-9:45 am
Labor DayPool Party & Field Day!
Donny DarvilleGeneral Manager
Eldorado Country Club is jump-ing in to support a good cause really close to Mr. Palmer’s heart-finding a cure for Prostate Cancer! On Monday, October 27th your Eldorado Country Club staff will be playing golf to raise money for Arnie’s Army Battles Prostate Cancer Research.
The staff will be playing 100 holes of golf in the Employee Golf Marathon to help raise money for this great cause. Like most fundraising marathons our staff will be seeking pledges based on the number of holes played. Pledges can be made for whatever denomination you choose, however suggested amounts are $.25, $.50, or $1.00 per hole. The pledges can be charged to your membership account. Sponsor one of your favorite employees at the club and help Arnold Palmer fight Prostate Cancer!
Please join us in welcoming Bri-anna Gregory back as your new Member Relations Director. Brianna and her family have just recently relocated from Iowa and she is really excited to be “back in the fold” so to speak. Please stop by the front desk and say Hello the next time you are in the club.
Brianna GregoryMember Relations Director
2008 BOARD OF GOVERNORSRon Harper, Board PresidnetMarilyne Todd, Vice President
Baine Brooks, At-LargeBarbara Jouettte, Tennis Rep.
Bob Philo, Ambassador Club Rep.Deborah Thompson, EWGA Rep.
Jo Brister, At-LargeLisa Baird, At-Large
Peggy Wildrick, ENGA Rep.Stephen Braxton, Social Committee
Terry Butler, MGA Rep.Troy Williamson, At-Large
Val Scott, SMGA Rep.
2008 AMBASSADOR’S CLuBBob & Carolyn Philo - Ambassador Co-Chairs
Doug & Lisa BairdLouis & Eva Bazan
Kevin & Nancy GearyWes & Julie Hay
Eric & Kobi JorgensenJohn & Dorrie O’MaraJohn & Treva Ottendorf
Greg & Laura TrantRandy & Charisse TrueloveBob Voss & Denise Laman
Ron & Barbara WagnerTroy & Karen Williamson
DEPARTMENT HEAD STAFFDonny Darville, General Manager
Chelsea Story, Membership [email protected]
Scott McClinton, Head of Golf [email protected]
Paul Hagy, Course [email protected]
Dawne Romine, Club [email protected]
Briana Gregory, Member [email protected]
Grady Mckee, Director of [email protected]
Cathy Taylor, F&B [email protected]
Tracy Richards, Catering [email protected]
Becket Grimmett, Executive [email protected]
IMPORTANTNuMBERS
Clubhouse: 972-529-6779
Golf Shop: 972-529-2770
Tennis Shop: 972-529-2775
Fax: 972-529-2475Call The
Sports Grill972-529-6779
ext. 213
2604 Country Club DriveMcKinney, Texas 75070
OCTOBERSun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
50% Off FoodAfter 5pm
Powerball6:00 pm
ChampagneBrunch
11am-2pmClub Closed
GREENSAERIFICATION
Labor Day Pool Party12-4pm
Club Championship
Ladies TCDBoot Camp
Ladies TCDBoot Camp
Italian Bu�et6-9pm
BINGO STARTS AT 7PM
LIVE ENTERTAINMENT7-10PM
ADULT POOLPARTY
7pm - 11pm
GIRLS NIGHT OUT
Club Closed MGA2-MAN TOTAL
Club Closed
MARTINIS WITHTHE MANAGER
6:30-8:30FREE GOLF GUEST
FEES ALL DAY
ENCORE CUPMEMBER-GUEST
ENCORE CUPMEMBER-GUEST
ENCORE CUPMEMBER-GUEST
DRINK AND DRIVE
TASTE OFNEW ORLEANS
6-9PM
TENNIS DALLAS CUP
DRINK & DRIVE
PASTA NIGHT6-9PM
TENNIS DALLAS CUP
DATE NIGHT @ ELDORADO 7PM
Club Closed
50% Off FoodAfter 5pm
Powerball6:00 pm
50% Off FoodAfter 5pm
Powerball6:00 pm
50% Off FoodAfter 5pm
Powerball6:00 pm
50% Off FoodAfter 5pm
Powerball6:00 pm
ChampagneBrunch
11am-2pm
ChampagneBrunch
11am-2pm
ChampagneBrunch
11am-2pm
COUPLES GOLFCHAMPIONSHIP
DANCE LESSONSSESSION ONE
7PM
DANCE LESSONSSESSION TWO
7PM
7 8 9 10 11 12 13
1 2 3 4 5 6
14 15 16 17 18 19 20
21 22 23 24 25 26 27
28 29 30 OCTOBER1
OCTOBER2
OCTOBER3
OCTOBER4
150% OFF Food
After 5pm
Powerball5:00
2Encore Cup
Member– Guest
3Encore Cup
Member– Guest
4Encore Cup
Member– Guest
5Champagne Brunch
11AM– 2PM
6Club Closed
7DANCE LESSONS
SRASON 3
850% OFF Food
After 5pm
Powerball5:00
9 10Drink & DriveDinner Special
Pasta Action Station
11
12Champagne Brunch
11AM– 2PM
13Club Closed
14DANCE LESSONS
SRASON 4
1550% OFF Food
After 5pm
Powerball5:00
16MARTINIS WITHTHE MANAGER
6:30-8:30
17Bingo 6PM
18
19Champagne Brunch
11AM– 2PM
20Club Closed
21 2250% OFF Food
After 5pm
23 24Ryder Cup
W/Hurricane Creek
25Date Night @Eldorado 7PM
Ryder CupW/Hurricane Creek
26Champagne Brunch
11AM– 2PM
Ryder CupW/Hurricane Creek
27Arnies Army
Employee Marathon
28 2950% OFF Food
After 5pm
Powerball5:00
30 31 November1
November2
Champagne Brunch11AM– 2PM
Daylight Savings
November3
Club Closed
November4
Pajama Night Party7 PM
November5
Powerball5:00
November6
November7
Drink & Drive AfterDark 7pm
November8
October
Southern Home Cooking Special
7-10pm
Powerball5:00
Wine &Choclate7 pm
Hackers Club6pm
Guys & Dolls1:00 Shotgun
Free Golf Fees All Day(As a part of the Martinis with
the Manager)
