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September/October
www.wildewoodwoodcreek.com
2014
2014 marks the
40th Anniversary of our
Club’s beginnings!
40th Anniversary Celebration
40th Anniversary Festival
Please come on Friday, October 17, 2014
for an Oyster Roast, Low Country Boil
and Barbeque.
For all Club Members of
Woodcreek & WildeWood
WildeWood Clubhouse
Let’s celebrate our history and future
by honoring all Club members at this
special 40th Anniversary Celebration!
WildeWood Clubhouse
6:00-10:00 p.m.
$15 per person
Includes menu above, beer, wine
and signature cocktail.
Please reply on or before
October 11, 2014 to
Reservations@wildewoodwoodcreek.com
or 803-239-0286 ext. 201
Cash bar will also be available for
your convenience.
Casual Dress—Guests are Welcome
Sunday, October 5th
1:00-5:00 p.m.
A Fun Family Fall Festival for all Club
members and their guests. There will be
Carnival Games, Music, Dancing, Corn Hole,
Food, Putting Contest with Putt-Putt Style
Holes, Golf and Tennis Demonstrations.
There will be a Dunking Booth to douse your
designated Club Staff Employee.
Complimentary Snacks and Beverages will
be available with Beer, Wine and other food
items available for purchase.
Upcoming Events at
The Members Club
Labor Day Cookout—WW
Monday, September 1
Ladies’ Luncheon—WC
Wednesday, September 10
Couples’ Twilight Golf—WC
Friday, September 12
Sunday Brunch—WC
Sunday, September 14
Dealer’s Choice Night—WC
Thursday, September 18
Labor Day Cookout
WildeWood Pool
Monday, September 1
11:30 am—3:00 pm
Adults—$12.95
Children 6-12—$6.95
Trivia Night—WC
Thursday, September 18
Ladies’ Luncheon
Woodcreek Clubhouse
Party Bridge—WC
Sunday, September 21
Wednesday, September 10
Full Moon Fever—WC
Friday, September 26
Social from 11:30 am—12:00 pm
Freebie Friday Wine Tasting—WC
Friday, September 26
A glass of Champagne will be
included during the social time.
New Member Appreciation Night—WC
Thursday, October 2
Couples’ Twilight Golf—WC
Friday, October 3
Menu
Starter: She Crab Soup and deviled egg
Freebie Friday Wine Tasting—WC
Friday, October 3
Entrée: Bacon, Lettuce and Tomato
Croissant
40th Anniversary Festival—WC
Sunday, October 5
Dessert: Strawberry Shortcake
Trivia Night—WC
Thursday, October 9
Camp Out on the Range—WC
Saturday, October 11
Woodcreek Clubhouse
Sunday Brunch
Sunday Brunch—WC
Sunday, October 12
September 14 and October 12
Dealer’s Choice Night—WC
Thursday, October 16
11:00 am—2:00 pm
40th Anniversary Celebration—WW Clubhouse
Friday, October 17
Party Bridge—WC
Sunday, October 19
Spooktacular—WC
Thursday, October 23
2 for $25 Specials—WC
Thursdays
To make a reservation for all
social events, please call
803-239-0286 X-201, or email
reservations@wildewoodwoodcreek.com.
Dealer’s Choice Night
Woodcreek Clubhouse
Thursday, September 18 and October 16
Trivia Nights
Woodcreek Clubhouse
September 18 and October 9
Come out beforehand and enjoy a special meal
created by Chef Robert or go a la carte. We will
post Chef’s dinner offering for the evening by
email. After dinner together, join in for some
card playing with either Texas hold’em or
dealer’s choice. Come join the fun and be with
your good friends or make some new ones.
Buffet 6:30 - 7:30 pm followed by trivia.
The price for the fun night of trivia and
your dinner will be $15.00 per person.
Join us on October 16 for a Cigar and
Whiskey Tasting Night. There will be a special
4 course meal.
Menu
Cheese and Charcuterie, ChopHouse Wedge
Salad, Mixed Grille of Smoked Chicken,
Sausage and Shortribs and for dessert Miami
Chocolate Tres Leches
Woodcreek Clubhouse
Party Bridge
Sunday, September 21 and
October 19—1:30 pm—4:00 pm
Make your reservations for trivia and let
us know if you would like to start a group
or if we can make a group for you. Also,
if you are a single please join us. We
can group people together and use as
many tables as we need to.
Full Moon
Fever
Woodcreek Clubhouse
Friday, September 26
6:00 pm—8:00 pm
Live Music by Dirk
Format will be "mixed" bridge with men and
women of any skill level from novice to
Menu will be a Fish Fry.
intermediate. We will each contribute a
(limited, non-seafood menu will be available)
dollar, play 12 hands in three rounds, and then
total up to see who gets the big purse!
We will have 1/2 off beer and liquor from
Play will begin at 1:30 pm at the Woodcreek
6:00—8:00 pm. Wine will be 25% off. There
Clubhouse. Come early and enjoy Brunch at
will also be live music by Dirk.
the Club before we deal the cards.
Kids’ Club Night will be available in the
Sign up by 1:30 pm on Wednesday, September
lower level. $15.00 per child.
17 and October 15, so that we can make sure
Reservations Required.
we have foursomes. The list of players will be
sent out ahead of time with a call for extra
players if necessary. Single players welcome!
You will not want to miss this
We will find a table for you.
Full Moon Fever. It’s the only one
scheduled for September/October.
To make a reservation please email
hboney@wildewoodwoodcreek.com.
Thursdays
September/October
Woodcreek Clubhouse
2 for $25.00 Entrees Specials
6:00 pm—9:00 pm
September
9/4
9/11
Fried Chicken
Pork Chops
with Fried Apples
9/18 Ribs
9/25 Chicken Pot Pie
October
10/2 Grouper Cakes
10/9 Ribs
10/16 Stuffed Flounder
10/23 Spooktacular
10/30 Meatloaf
Camp Out on the Range
with Ms. Michele
Woodcreek
Saturday, October 11 - 6:00 pm
Parents come out and pitch the tent and enjoy
dinner at the Club while the kids are doing a
camp fire and watching a movie with Ms.
Michele. We will supply pizza for dinner,
smores by the campfire and donuts for
breakfast. The driving range will need to be
cleared out starting at 7:00 am on Sunday.
Reservations Required.
Cost—$15 per child
Pilates
WildeWood Clubhouse
Work on your summer figure or
just get more tone.
Instructor: Jessica Clary
Cost is $10 per session for members
Saturday morning at 8:00 am
Woodcreek
Couples’ Twilight Golf
Friday, September 12 and
Friday, October 3
5:30 pm (Shotgun Start)
$16.95 per person
Prizes and dinner to follow golf.
Call the Woodcreek Golf Shop to
sign up. 803-931-2013
Host A Holiday Party
At Your Club
Although it seems like months away,
the holiday season is almost here.
What better place to host your event
than your own Clubhouse at
Woodcreek or WildeWood! Whether
you’re looking for an end of the year
office party, quiet family brunch,
dinner or even a New Year’s Eve
cocktail party the Club has you
covered! Let our staff help to take the
stress out of the holidays as we help
you plan, cater and host your event of
the season!
Our calendar is filling up quickly but
dates are still available.
Contact Michelle Hinson for
information and availability!
803-239-0294 or
MHinson@wildewoodwoodcreek.com.
Woodcreek Clubhouse
on the Front Porch
Freebie Friday Wine Tasting
Friday, September 26
With Ben Arnold Distributors, Michael Simmons
Friday, October 3
With RNDC Distributors, Lauren Delalla
Look for more details in a weekly email.
New Member Appreciation Night
Woodcreek Clubhouse
Thursday, October 2
6:00 pm—8:00 pm
Calling all New Members!
For all of our member’s that joined during
the 2014 Membership Drive, this is a
reception to show our appreciation for
becoming a new member. We will have
complimentary cocktails and hors d’oeuvres
from 6:00—8:00 pm.
This is a great opportunity for you to
meet and socialize with all of our other
new members.
Kids’ Club Night Available in Lower Level.
$15 per child which includes dinner.
Reservations Required.
Closings in September/October
Friday, September 12th- WC Back Dining Room
Closed for Private Event
Wednesday, September 17th- WildeWood Clubhouse
Closed for Event
Thursday, September 18th- WildeWood Clubhouse
Closed for Event
Saturday, September 20th- WildeWood Clubhouse
Closed for Wedding
Saturday, September 20th- Woodcreek Clubhouse
Event is pending, please check your weekly updates
for more information.
Friday, October 3rd- WildeWood Clubhouse Closed for
Rehearsal Dinner
Saturday, October 4th-WildeWood Clubhouse Closed
for Member Wedding
Friday, October 10th- Woodcreek Dinner in Grill Only
Saturday, October 11th- Woodcreek Closed for
Wedding
Friday, October 17th- Join us at the WildeWood
Clubhouse for its 40th Anniversary!
Saturday, October 18th- Woodcreek Closed for
Member Wedding
Sunday, October 19th- Woodcreek Clubhouse A La
Carte Brunch in Grill Only
Friday, October 24th- Woodcreek Clubhouse Dining in
Grill Only
Saturday, October 25th- Woodcreek Clubhouse Closed
for Wedding
The Members Club Vision Statement
Our vision is to be the premier member owned country club in Columbia.
Website: www.wildewoodwoodcreek.com
Host site of the 2014 Women’s TRANS National Amateur Championship
Woodcreek Clubhouse
SPOOKTACULAR
Thursday, October 23
6:00 pm—9:00 pm
Menu
Witches Fingers in Bandages,
Devilish Dip, Orange Bat Wings,
Jack O Lantern Quesadillas,
Mini Brain Bites, Ghoul Aid Punch,
Caramel Apples and Boonaner Pudding.
Games, Hay Rides with
Spooky Trail and more!
Adults—$15.95
Children 6-12—$10.00
5 and under—free
Message from Mark
We have had a very busy run this summer with four big golf events in a
little over two months: The Men’s and Ladies’ Member-Guests, The City
Championship, The Trans National Amateur and the just completed NGA
Woodcreek Classic. I want to thank the many volunteers for flawlessly
helping both the Trans and NGA tournaments be the great successes that
they were.
All of these events would not have been successful either without the
countless hours and hard work put forth by our staff. We are very fortunate
to have these dedicated individuals (team members I should say) working
day in and day out to help make your Club visit enjoyable.
On the subject of staff members, I am announcing a new program for our
staff called “Think like Mike.” Many of you know Mike Rivera who runs the
WildeWood Pub. Just as many of you tell me what a wonderful job Mike
does every day he works there. One day when the phones went down, Mike
combed over the tee sheet and successfully predicted what the golfers
making the turn would want to pick up to eat heading to #10. His insight
was truly an example of going above and beyond to please the members.
There are many other ways Mike impresses and for his efforts we have
named the program after him.
The recipient of the “Think like Mike” award for September is Eric Hughey.
Eric is our maintenance and housekeeping supervisor. He starts every day
with a great attitude and smile that is contagious. A few weeks ago, a
prospective member dropped in at WildeWood on a Sunday to look around
and get some information on the Club. Eric, who was about to take his
lunch break with his food already prepared, asked if he could assist. When
the prospective member asked about membership, Eric (who is well versed
in the amenities of the Club), gave a tour of WildeWood and then lead her
to Woodcreek to show her the other campus knowing she was only able to
be here that day.
Meet the USC Men’s and Ladies’
Golf Teams!
On Sunday, September 14 from 2-4 pm come out
and meet the teams and enjoy a clinic and exhibition.
Afterwards we will all enjoy a complimentary
cookout together.
This event is the kick off for our new long term
arrangement with the USC Golf Teams as
Columbia’s Host Club to the Gamecocks.
Watch for more details in an email and in the
pro shops.
NGA Woodcreek Classic Sponsored by
BMW of Columbia
There was excellent golf on display as usual with
Jeff Corr winning in a playoff over our own aspiring tour
player, Wesley Byran. The winning score was –19.
The prospective member contacted Rebecca as he suggested when he gave
her a new member package. She became a raving fan of the Club and Eric
because of his above and beyond actions to assist her. She could not
compliment enough on him and the Club in general. So that is how Eric
became our September award winner.
You can nominate an employee for the award by contacting me at
markblack@wildewoodwoodcreek.com. We will take member feedback,
employee nominations of a co-worker and Staff observations as the means
to choose the October “Think like Mike” award winner. Please let us know
if someone has gone above and beyond for you.
Please Welcome Stan Perry
The Members Club would like to welcome Stan Perry to
the Accounting Department. Many of you may know
Stan, as he has been with the Club since May of 2007.
Initially, Stan began his employment as a cart attendant.
After showing a drive and hunger to learn and assist, he
was promoted to Golf Shop Assistant. Having been a
great asset to the Club for seven years, the choice was
easy to hire Stan as the new Accounting Assistant.
Being a graduate from USC’s Darla Moore School of
Business (Finance), and a veteran employee of the Club,
we believe Stan will be a great addition to our
Administrative Staff. If you are at the Woodcreek
Clubhouse, stop by downstairs and welcome Stan to his
new role!
Stan Perry
(803) 239-0290 ext. 203
sperry@wildewoodwoodcreek.com
Pictured above from left to right are President, Charley Potok, Karen Marinelli of RMHC and David
Miles of BMW of Columbia. Pictured below from left to right are Mark Black, GM, Charley Potok with
Stan and Peggy Luallin as Stan accepts Volunteer of the Year Award.
Rebecca Walker, Membership Director
The Membership Drive ends on September 30th! Please help the Club reach its goal of 80 new members in 2014
by letting your friends, neighbors and associates know about our limited time offer!
As a reminder, those that join in 2014, and pay 50% of the equity in the category they choose will pay NO DUES until
2015. In 2015 and 2016 they would pay the remaining 25% each year and begin paying monthly dues.
And don’t forget….there is something in it for you too! If one of your referrals joins the Club, you will be given up to
a $300 credit to use in the Dining Room or for Pro Shop merchandise based on the membership category in which
they join.
I am available for any questions or Clubhouse tours you would like to arrange. Please feel free to send your comments and suggestions to me by
phone or email (803.296.0286 ext. 210, rwalker@wildewoodwoodcreek.com) at any time!
New Members
Please welcome
our new members!
Rob and Michelle Mueckler-Full Golf
John and Geri Miller-Intermediate
Chris and Ashley Marslender-Junior Member
Ronald and Catherine Dance-Intermediate
Jeff and Dani Tallant-Full Golf
Charles and Sandra Waddell-Full Golf
Will and Marci Saltzman-Full Golf
Caleb Sturgeon-USC Men’s Golf Team
Blaine Woodruff-USC Men’s Golf Team
Sean Kelly-USC Men’s Golf Team
Will Murphy-USC Men’s Golf Team
Matt NeSmith-USC Men’s Golf Team
Will Starke-USC Men’s Golf Team
Ben Dietrich-USC Men’s Golf Team
Keenan Huskey-USC Men’s Golf Team
Alex Handy-USC Men’s Golf Team
Justine Dreher-USC Women’s Golf Team
Mary Fran Hillow-USC Women’s Golf Team
Karoline Woie-USC Women’s Golf Team
Sarah Schmelzel-USC Women’s Golf Team
Katelyn Dambaugh-USC Women’s Golf Team
Jia Xin “Alex” Yang-USC Women’s Golf Team
Ainhoa Olarra-USC Women’s Golf Team
Nanna Madsen-USC Women’s Golf Team
Yann and Nuria Monnet-Tennis/Swim Member
Jim Hinson, Director of Tennis
THE USTA COMBO LEAGUE
The league only has one or two matches left. Some of our teams are still in the hunt to make
the city playoffs. We thank all of our team captains for the great job they do. Captains are
Vivian Ryan, Linda Kuhne, Carole Ivey, Leslie Doerr, Nan Smith and Marlene Gardham.
THE USTA FALL LEAGUE
The League will start in September. We have 14 teams this season. During this busy time we
ask for everyone’s patience and good luck to all our teams. If you are interested in joining you
can still add on to a team up until October. Thanks to our captains for all the extra time they
put in for the team. Captains are John Shurr 3.5, Sean Park 4.0, Charles Kerekes 3.0, Joe
Boland 4.0, Cindy Jones 3.5, Paige Easley 3.5, Stan Wilson 3.5, Cindy DuPont 3.5, Linda
Kuhne 3.5, Virginia Camps 2.5, Amy Bigham 2.5, Lisa Park 2.5, Rebecca Ruano 3.0 and
Judy Duncan 3.5.
8th ANNUAL INTER-CLUB TOURNAMENT SEPTEMBER 18-21
The Members Club will host this tournament. Teams that will be participating are Longcreek,
Spring Valley, Rockbridge, Cobblestone and Woodlands. Each club will have 2 teams of 2.54.5 men and women. They will also have 2 teams of Mixed 6.0, 7.0 and 8.0. Come out and
support your club.
JUNIOR TENNIS LEAGUE SUMMER
We had 3 teams. 12 and under coached by Jim Hinson, 14 and under coached by Lane Hinson
and 18 under coached by Wyndi Green. Congratulations to the 12 and under team for coming
in second. Thank you coaches.
THE MEMBERS CLUB SANCTIONED JUNIOR TOURNAMENT OCTOBER 31—NOVEMBER 2
The Club will host its 23rd Annual Junior Tournament. The Tournament will include singles
and doubles ages 10-18 for boys and girls. Players from our club, city and state will be participating. Come out and watch some of these young champions.
JUNIOR TEAM TENNIS 2014 FALL
8 and under team # 7041248088
10 and under team # 7041248084
12 and under team # 7041248086
14 and under team # 7041248087
Email jhinson@wildewoodwoodcreek.com
with any questions.
JUNIOR CLINICS WILDEWOOD
10 and under Monday-Wednesday 3:30-4:30
11 and up Monday and Wednesday 4:30-6:00
WildeWood Tennis Hours
Monday—Thursday
8:00 am—10:00 pm
Friday and Saturday
8:00 am—6:00 pm
Sunday
12:00 pm—9:00 pm
Woodcreek Clinic
2.5 Beginner Clinic
Wednesday 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Matt Tracy, Director of Golf
The summer months are over and now we have some cooler temperatures to look forward to. I would say both
courses are at their best during these next 3 months. Take advantage of the better weather and great course conditions
to get out and play at least one day a week with family or friends. Maybe a quick nine holes before or after your favorite
team plays football.
Great golf was played by our members during two big events at Woodcreek this summer. Woodcreek hosted the Men’s
City Tournament in Mid-July with member Brannan Hudson prevailing by 4 shots to become the city champion.
Brannan played great in front of the home crowd and we couldn’t be happier for this accomplishment. Fellow member
Jon Mathias also played very well at the city tournament. Jon finished at 2 under par for the three rounds and placed
4th for the event. As you will read in this newsletter, Jon also won the 2014 Men’s Club Championship.
Kelli Murphy and Juliana Sebastian represented our members very well in the Women’s Trans National Amateur
played in late July at Woodcreek. The TRANS is considered one of the top female amateur events in the US and The
Members Club represented itself very well in all aspects. Sam Friar had the course in great condition for the
tournament. Jeanie Atkinson did a superb job coordinating all the tournament preparation and administration of the
event. Tudy Clark did another excellent job of organizing the volunteers. Juliana Sebastian finished 41st for the event.
I would say that is pretty good for a young lady that has been playing golf for a little over 3 years. Kelli Murphy finished
10th and was in contention through the first three rounds of the event. A final round 78 wasn’t her best, but it did have
a highlight that she will always remember. Kelli made a hole-in-one on #15 during that final round. What makes it
more memorable is the fact that 8 days earlier she made a hole in one on #15. What a great accomplishment.
Please don’t tell me how hard #15 is for you, because it obviously isn’t that hard. Good luck to Kelli and Juliana as they
move on to play collegiate golf this fall. Kelli at Auburn and Juliana at Alabama-Birmingham.
Tournament Results
2014
Men’s Member/Guest
Champions Bill Oliver & Drew Painter
Overall Champions
Bill Oliver/Drew Painter
Overall Runners-Up
Mark Williams/Robert Williams
Flight Winners
Hogan – Ron Simpson/Patrick Simpson
Snead – Mark Williams/Robert Williams
Nelson – Bill Oliver/Drew Painter
Nicklaus – Alan Cox/Darrell Neal
Palmer – Kevin Bell/Paul Bell
Player – Mike Chapman/Larry Paul
Matt Tracy, Director of Golf...continued
2014
Club Championship
2014 Women’s Club Champion
Jeanie Atkinson
2014 Men’s Club Champion
Jon Mathias
Women’s Flight
Jeanie Atkinson
Men's Championship Flight
Jon Mathias
Blue Flight #1
Steve McClam
Blue Flight #2
Brad Arneson
Blue Flight #3
Bruce Williams
White Flight
John Sim
Gold Flight
Larry Lewallen
Matt Tracy, Director of Golf...continued
2014 Four-Ball Championship
Gross Champions – Ron Simpson/Dick Willis Net Champions — Charlie Weisberg/Chris Sanders
Overall Champions (Gross)
Ron Simpson/Dick Willis
Overall Champions (Net)
Charlie Weisberg/Chris Sanders
1st Flight
1st Place (Net) Steve Francis/Sanders Goodfellow
2nd Place (Net) Bill Sellars/Tom Ewart
2nd Flight
1st Place (Net) Bruce Williams/Chuck Garnett
2nd Place (Net) Paul Liddle/Mike Rivers
3rd Flight
1st Place (Net) Larry Ellis/Mike Chapman
2nd Place (Net) Joe Bellino/Larry Lewallen
6, 6, 6 Championship
Gross Champions – Mike Robbins/Bryan Chassereau
Net Chmapions – Dennis Rabon/Wayne Bye
2nd Place Gross – Jack Black/Brian Cline
2nd Place Net – Dick Willis/Chuck Garnett
Matt Tracy, Director of Golf...continued
Great Shots
Kelli Murphy made her first hole in one on #15 at Woodcreek on August 24. Kelli followed
up her first hole in one with her second 8 days later in the Trans Amateur.
Please stop by either golf shop to let us know about your great shot,
you never know when or where it will happen!
Upcoming Tournaments
School Pride Scramble (WC) – Sunday, September 21 (Wear your favorite college colors)
Members Cup (WC/WW) – Friday, October 10 – Sunday, October 12 (Members competing in Ryder Cup Event)
Ladies Member/Guest – Tuesday, October 21 & Wednesday, October 22 (Invite a friend to play)
Captain’s Choice Championship – Sunday, October 26 (Top 40 players in the Captain’s Choice Series)
Woodcreek
Couples’ Twilight Golf
Friday, September 12 and
Friday, October 3
$16.95 per person
Prizes and dinner to follow golf.
Call the Woodcreek Golf Shop to
sign up. 803-931-2013
5:30 pm (Shotgun Start)
Course Closed Dates
Woodcreek
Golf Shop Hours
7:30am to 6:00pm
Woodcreek
Monday – Closed
Tuesday to Sunday – 1st Tee opens at 8am
Practice Tee opens at 7:30am
WildeWood
Tuesday – Closed
Wednesday to Monday – 1st Tee opens at 8am
Practice Tee opens at 7:30am
Saturday, September 6 (12:00 pm—2:00 pm)
Thursday, September 11 (1st Tee Opens at 2:00 pm) Ladies Interclub
Friday, September 19 (All Day)
Sunday, September 21 (All Day) Member Event
Wednesday, September 24 (All Day)
Thursday, October 2 (All Day)
Tuesday, October 7 (All Day)
Thursday, October 9 (1st Tee Opens at 12:30 pm)
Saturday, October 11 (All Day) Member Event
Tuesday, October 21 (1st Tee Opens at 2:00 pm) Member Event
Wednesday, October 22 (1st Tee Opens at 2:00 pm) Member Event
Sunday, October 26 (All Day) Member Event
WildeWood
Sunday, October 12 (All Day) Member Event
Blake Cathey, Director of Instruction
The High Lob Out of Thick Bermuda Rough
Playing golf courses in the southeast, like the Fazio-designed Woodcreek Golf Course, you
will find your golf ball lying near the green in thick very healthy bermuda grass. This situation is a difficult one, particularly if the flagstick is cut close to the edge of the green. You
must find a way to hit a high lofted, soft shot that stops quickly after landing on the green.
Also, the club must have enough speed to cut through the thick bermuda grass. Here are
three things that you need to know to successfully execute this shot:
1. The Design of a Sand/Lob Wedge
2. The Modifications to your Set-up
3. The Basic Motion of the Clubhead.
First, the club to select is a Sand Wedge (54-56 degrees of loft) or a Lob Wedge (57-64 degrees of loft). These clubs have a high amount of loft and a special feature called “bounce”.
Bounce refers to the sole of the golf club. If you hold your clubhead up to eye level you will
notice that the trailing edge of the sole is 4-30 degrees lower than the leading edge. This
“bounce” allows the club to slide into the ground and avoid digging too deep. Clubs with a lot
of bounce, displace a lot of soil or sand. Whereas, clubs with a smaller bounce angle will tend
to dig a little more. In either case plan on letting the club hit the grass before the golf ball and
it will slide through the ball if you just accelerate.
Secondly, to enable the golf club to do its job of displacing some soil and sliding through, you
must make a few set-up changes. In order to increase the “bounce” and loft, you must let the
club rest open. Because the club is open, it actually aims slightly to the right, therefore, you
have to aim our body to the left of the target. Aligning “Open” also gives you a better view of
the target. In addition, since you are trying to slide the club through the grass before the ball,
it makes sense to position the ball more forward in your stance.
Finally, you must make a good motion for the club to work with the adjustments that you
have made. Your first goal is to let the club slide behind and under the ball. Visualize the ball
sitting on the center of a dollar bill. You should swing so that the club enters the grass before
the dollar and exits it after the dollar, thus splashing the ball out of the grass. Remember to
take a shallow divot. As long as you slide the clubhead under the ball and keep the clubhead
accelerating, the design of the club and your set-up changes will produce a high, soft shot. A
key to a successful shot is to swing with an even rhythm and even length strokes.
Trust your club to do the work, give it a good chance with the proper changes at address, and
splash the ball onto the green with a smooth, even rhythm. You will see those shots floating
out of these gnarly lies.
Blake Cathey, Director of Instruction...continued
2014 Fall Clinic Schedule
Ladies
This clinic requires no necessary experience. This clinic covers all aspects of the game of golf including covering rules,
etiquette, and equipment. The last clinic will be conducted on the golf course. I will provide clubs for people without
equipment. Participants will have a thorough understanding of the game and a comfort level to be able to go to the golf
course and play.
Cost is $30 per clinic.
Time: 5:00-6:00 PM
Dates: (Wednesday)
September-10, 17, 24
October- 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Men
This clinic will cover full swing and short game fundamentals. This clinic is ideal for men with golf experience. The emphasis will be on creating a more powerful and efficient golf swing with more consistent ball flight, as well as improved
scoring. Students will learn to understand what causes their miss-hits and how to correct them. Cost is $30 per clinic.
Time: 5:00-6:00 PM
Dates: (Tuesdays)
September- 9, 16, 23, 30
October- 7, 14, 21, 28
Scoring
This clinic will cover all aspects of the game from 100 yards and in, including putting, chipping, pitching, approach
shots, wedge and sand play. This clinic is for men and women who want to score better. Cost is $30 per clinic.
Time: 5:00-6:00 PM
Dates: (Thursday)
September- 18, 25
October- 2, 9
US Kids Junior
This clinic requires no necessary experience. This clinic covers all aspects of the game of golf including covering rules,
etiquette, and equipment. In addition this clinic uses the US Kids curriculum. I will provide clubs for juniors without
equipment. Graduates of the 3 Level Program will have a thorough understanding of the game and be able to go to the
golf course and play. Cost is $25 per clinic.
Ages: 6-18
Time: 4:00-5:00 PM
Dates: (Tuesday or Thursday)
September- 9, 11, 16, 18, 23, 25, 30
October- 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30
Little Chippers
This clinic requires no necessary experience. This clinic covers all aspects of the game of golf. We will provide clubs for
juniors without equipment.
Cost is $25 per clinic.
Ages: 8 and under
Time: 4:00-5:00 PM
Dates: (Wednesday)
September- 10, 17, 24
October- 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
Contacts
Board of Directors
Charley Potok—President
cpotok516@gmail.com
Bill Campbell—Vice President
wjcamp@aol.com
Greg Johnston—Treasurer
gregj@wcjsales.com
Teri Salane-Secretary
terisalane@gmail.com
Carl Epps—Immediate Past President
Carl.epps@nelsonmullins.com
Bill McDougall
wamcd@bellsouth.net
John Doerr
jtdoerr@msn.com
Myra Miracle
mmira12345@aol.com
Tom Dougall
tom.dougall@gmail.com
Edwin Cooper -Developer Seat
Committee Chairs
Greens
Jeanie Atkinson
atki132@bellsouth.net
Finance
Ramesh Yajnik
rgyajnik@aol.com
Tennis
Wyndi Green
wyndigreen@hotmail.com
Facilities
Don Davis
mamatiger@sc.rr.com
Pool/Youth
Renee Bland
blandfam@sc.rr.com
Social
Emily Clelland
emilyclelland12@gmail.com
Golf
Brian Cline
bramtanbay@aol.com
Strategic Planning
John Doerr
jtdoerr@purefishing.com
2014 Woodcreek Classic
Tournament ~ Jack Crowley
crowleyassoc@att.net
Historian
Doug Bridges
dbridges1@sc.rr.com
Patronage Program
Thom Salane
tsalane@turnerpadget.com
Membership
Larry Hudson
lhudson@sc.rr.com
Media
Mel Stebbins
ms363@aol.com
Gene Middendorf
gmiddendorf@bellsouth.net
House
Stephanie Estep-Cordum
stephestepcordum@bellsouth.com
Steve McClam
steve.mcclam@gmail.com
Dining Reservations—Woodcreek
803-239-0286 X-201
Golf Shop Phone Numbers
WildeWood: 803-788-8000 Woodcreek: 803-699-2411
Tennis Shop Phone Numbers
WildeWood: 803-699-2446
Woodcreek: 803-699-2414
Club Staff
Mark Black..……………………………………. 803-239-0286 ext. 205
General Manager
markblack@wildewoodwoodcreek.com
Chip Ecker…….……………………………….. 803-239-0286 ext. 202
Controller
cecker@wildewoodwoodcreek.com
Stan Perry……………………………………...803-239-0286 ext. 203
Accounting Assistant
sperry@wildewoodwoodcreek.com
Rebecca Walker……………………………….803-239-0286 ext. 210
Membership Director
rwalker@wildewoodwoodcreek.com
Matt Tracy…………………………………….. 803-239-0286 ext. 214
Director of Golf
mtracy@wildewoodwoodcreek.com
Blake Cathey…………………………………...803-699-2411 or
Director of Instruction
cell 803-931-2576
bcathey@wildewoodwoodcreek.com
Sam Friar………………………………………. 803-239-0286 ext. 216
Director of Grounds—WW/WC
sfriar@wildewoodwoodcreek.com
Jim Hinson……………………………………... 803-239-0286 ext. 212
Director of Tennis
jhinson@wildewoodwoodcreek.com
Brian Clark……………………………………...803-239-0286 ext. 215
Tennis Teaching Professional
bclark@wildewoodwoodcreek.com
Robert Grohman………………………………803-239-0286 ext. 204
Executive Chef
chefrobert@wildewoodwoodcreek.com
Michelle Hinson………………………………..803-239-0294
Banquet Coordinator
mhinson@wildewoodwoodcreek.com
Heather Boney………………………………...803-239-0286 ext. 201
Service Director
hboney@wildewoodwoodcreek.com
Dining Reservations………………………….. 803-239-0286 ext. 201
reservations@wildewoodwoodcreek.com
Woodcreek Clubhouse Dining Room & Grille Hours
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Thursday
Friday
Friday
Saturday
Saturday
Sunday
Closed
Lunch
Lunch
Lunch
Dinner
Lunch
Dinner
Lunch
Dinner
Lunch
Bar Opens 11:30 am Tuesday through Sunday
Closes at 3:00 pm Tuesday and Wednesday
Closes at 3:30 pm Sunday
Pub—WildeWood
803-699-2443
Pool Phone Numbers
WildeWood: 803-699-2444 Woodcreek: 803-788-2806
11:30 am—3:00 pm
11:30 am—3:00 pm
11:30 am—3:30 pm
6:00 pm—9:00 pm
11:30 am—3:30 pm
6:00 pm—9:00 pm
11:30 am—3:30 pm
6:00 pm—9:00 pm
11:30 am—3:30 pm
WildeWood Pub
Wednesday—Friday
Saturday and Sunday
10:00 am—3:00 pm
10:00 am—4:00 pm
September
Sunday
1
1
1
Monday
Labor Day
Cookout
WildeWood Pool
Tuesday
2
Wednesday
3
Thursday
4
5
2 for $25
Specials
Woodcreek
11:30 am—3:00 pm
Saturday
Friday
Woodcreek
Dining
6:00 p.m.—9:00 p.m.
Fried Chicken
6
Woodcreek
Dining
6:00 p.m.—9:00 p.m.
.
6:00 p.m.—9:00 p.m.
.
7
8
9
Woodcreek
A La Carte Brunch
10
Ladies’
Luncheon—WC
11:30 a.m.
11:30 a.m.—3:30 p.m.
11
2 for $25
Specials
Woodcreek
Pork Chops with
Fried Apples
12
13
Grill Room
Dining Only
WC
6:00—9:00 pm
.Woodcreek
Dining
6:00 p.m.—9:00 p.m.
6:00 p.m.—9:00 p.m.
Couples’
Twilight Golf
WC
5:30 p.m.
14
15
16
Sunday Brunch
WC
17
18
WildeWood
Clubhouse Closed
for an Event
11:00 am—2:00 pm
2 for $25
Specials
Woodcreek
Ribs
19
20
Woodcreek
Dining
6:00 p.m.—9:00 p.m.
6:00 p.m.—9:00 p.m.
Dealer’s Choice
Night—WC
Event Pending—WC
Please watch for updated information in
your weekly updates.
WildeWood
Clubhouse Closed for
an Event
Trivia Night—WC
6:30 pm Dinner
7:30 pm Trivia
WildeWood
Clubhouse Closed
for an Event
21
22
23
Woodcreek
A La Carte Brunch
24
25
26
2 for $25
11:30 a.m.—3:30 p.m.
Specials
Chicken Pot Pie
Party Bridge—WC
1:30 pm—4:00 pm
6:00 p.m.—9:00 p.m.
Woodcreek
A La Carte Brunch
11:30 a.m.—3:30 p.m.
Full Moon
Fever & Kids’ Club
Night—WC
6:00—8:00 pm
Freebie Friday
Wine Tasting
Golf—School Pride
Scramble-WC
28
27
29
30
Woodcreek
Dining
6:00 p.m.—9:00 p.m.
October
Sunday
Wednesday
Tuesday
Monday
1
August 4
Woodcreek SC
State Amateur
Woodcreek
Course Closed
Friday
Thursday
2
2 for $25
Specials
Woodcreek
Grouper Cakes
Saturday
4
3
Woodcreek
Dining
Woodcreek
Dining
6:00—9:00 pm
6:00—9:00 pm
WildeWood
Clubhouse Closed
for an Event
New Member
Appreciation
Night—WC
Couples’
Twilight Golf
WC—5:30 pm
6:00—9:00 pm
WildeWood
Clubhouse Closed
for an Event
Freebie Friday-WC
Wine Tasting
5
Woodcreek
A La Carte Brunch
6
7
8
9
2 for $25
Specials
Woodcreek
Ribs
11:30 am—3:30 pm
40th Anniversary
Festival—WW
1:00—5:00 pm
10
11
No Regular
Dining—WC
Dining in Grill
Room Only
WC
Camp Out on the
Range—WC
6:00 pm
6:00—9:00 pm
Trivia Night—WC
6:30 pm Dinner
7:30 pm Trivia
12
13
14
15
Sunday Brunch
WC
16
Golf—Member’s Cup—WC/WW
17
No Regular
Dining—WC
18
2 for $25
Specials
Woodcreek
40th Anniversary
Stuffed Flounder
Celebration
11:00 am—2:00 pm
6:00—9:00 pm
Woodcreek
Dealer’s Choice
Night
Member’s Cup
.
No Regular
Dining—WC
WildeWood
Clubhouse
6:00—10:00 pm
WC/WW
19
20
21
22
23
Woodcreek
A La Carte Brunch
24
Spooktacular
WC
6:00—9:00 pm
11:30 am—3:30 pm
Grill Room Only
25
Dining in Grill
Room Only
WC
Mixed Bridge—WC
1:30 pm—4:00 pm
Golf—Ladies’ Member/Guest
WC
26
Woodcreek
A La Carte Brunch
11:30 am—3:30 pm
Golf—Captain’s
Choice
Championship
WC
27
28
29
30
31
2 for $25
Specials
Woodcreek
Meatloaf
6:00—9:00 pm
Woodcreek
Dining
6:00—9:00 pm
No Regular
Dining—WC