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Cape May National Golf Club NEWSLETTER
January 2000 |
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| 1999 Club Events
Winners Oldsmobile Scramble Net 56 Spring Member/Guest Net 58 Club Championship MEN: Zack Mullock 178 William Kiser
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Womans Champion Claire McArdle Runner up Jane Menendez
Mens Champion Tom Larkin Runner up Lou Introcasso Fall Member/Guest
Winners: Marty Agger - Joe Ladd
Runner up Keith Rice - Tony Funar |
A message from the President -
Dear Members, 1999 was an outstanding year for Cape May National. First and foremost is the contribution of our new management team of new Head Pro, David Smith, and new Superintendent Keith Chapman. David provided the leadership on numerous improvements including the completely redesigned and decorated pro shop, adding an exciding display of new products: the new clothing line, golf hats, shirts and jackets are beautiful. Cape May Nation is one of the few Ping centers in the state. David also established the bag drop, first tee and practice facility operation at a top level. We all loved the starter, Jenny and the fine junior and women's programs. Emilie's handpainted tee signs were enjoyed by all, especially bird lovers. These tee signs are unique in the golf industry and made quite a splash in the newspapers. Superintendent Keith Chapman oversaw a 100% improvement in course conditions. The greens were outstanding all year long. I was fortunate to play Pebble Beach, Merion, King's Mill and other fine courses this year and Cape May National's greens were second to none. Improvements included installing the Kirby distance markers the same markers used at Pebble Beach. Also the new 18th tee, irrigation improvements and surviving the worst drought in New Jersey's history were major accomplishments. Most importantly is the great satisfaction that Cape May National is becoming an institution. As the years go by, we keep hearing from members around the United States who fondly remember their days at Cape May National and how important those memories are to those members. People like Bill Kelly, Tom Zesiger, Jenny, Mickey, Jimmy Branson, Jim Zweigle, Hords all stay in touch and ask about Cape May National. And one of our greatest memories will be our trip to Pebble Beach with Skee Riegel for the 52nd anniversary of his victory at the US Amateur. Pebble Beach loved Skee and treated the 12 person Cape May National delegation like visiting royalty. We never expected to be treated so well, invited to play eighteen holes with Skee, a private dinner hosted by the Chairman and invitations to attend the Champions Dinner. We also look forward to hosting five championships this year. State Championship, South Jersey championships, and two Philadelphia PGA championships are all recognition that Cape May National is not only fun to play, but a solid test of championship golf as well. Have a great new season, Bob Mullock _______________________________________ From the Superintendent -
Reflecting upon the 1999 golf season, I'm going to highlight the things that will help us in the year 2000. We will be aerating throughout the course and thatching a lot in the spring. We have already thatched the fairways twice and I think that you can see a difference already. When you are in a drought season, like 1999, these things will help the course last longer. Just a few things that we have added this year in the way of improvements: 30% of the irrigation heads have been changed, new hole signs, permanent yardage markers in the fairways, and construction of the eighteenth tee. Things that you will see being done are: the bunker on the ninth fairway, drainage throughout the winter, putting more irrigation on mounds between 2 & 4, and to the right of 16 mounds and new heads added in fairways. Also there will be bunker improvements and new tee markers. Have a great winter and looking forward to seeing you in the new millennium. Keith Chapman Golf Course Superintendent |
From the Golf Pro -
Let's reflect back on the 1999 golf season. As every good golfer does after his round, he reviews his strengths. This was another stellar year for the club. We have made many improvements in the golf operation. We have had much success with the club programs, 1999 saw new programs and improvements added to staple club events. To name a few: the member buying program was well received and I look forward to helping more members in 2000. Our Wednesday Ladies Clinic has super participation. About 20-25 ladies received instruction, played golf and had dinner every Wednesday throughout the summer. The CMN Ladies Golf association held its first annual member/guest tournament on August 3rd. Fifty ladies played an had a good time. this past year the Men's League saw new improvements. The formats were changed each week, a committee met to form the schedule, and food was upgraded. The spring Member/Guest tournament had a tee gift for each player and a new format. Each member could bring as man guests as they wanted. The member was the anchor of their team in the Better Ball of Partners format. Another change to a staple event occurred to the Oldsmobile Scramble. This year the winning team went to the regional qualifier free of charge. In 1999 we also saw improvements to the pro shop. This past fall the pro shop interior was remodeled. Finally, be sure to pick up your new Cape May National bag tag in the pro shop. As we come in to the new millennium, I finish my first season here as head professional. I wish all the members a wonderful holiday season and excellent new year. The door to my pro shop is always open for discussion of all golf topics. I am very interested in your golfing welfare. Best Wishes, David C. Smith Jr. Head Golf Professional _____________________________________ From Guest Services Thank you for making 1999 a successful year for Cape May National. Your support and participation is appreciated and always welcomed. To better serve you and provide first class service, we have purchased and installed a new computer system. This new system is a state of the art pro shop system and will eliminate any problems or mix-ups with charging to your account. We will also be installing a new and better handicap system. Our new system is provided by The Golf Network. This new system will be added benefit to both the members and staff. Your may see a website of Cape May National and The Golf Network by contacting www.thegolfnetwork.com or you may look up our own site at www.cmngc.com or you may e-mail us at cmngc@bellatlantic.net. I will be here for all of you throughout the coming year. I look forward to accommodating your membership needs, answering your inquiries and account questions. If your have any suggestions or comments regarding your membership or perhaps like to serve on any of our committees such as the greens committee, the junior golf committee, please see me. Best wishes to you and your family in 2000. Sincerely, Allison Maund Director of Guest Services |
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Congratulations to Marty Agger on qualifying for the Mercedes Benz Championships in Hawaii.
Congratulations to Jane Menendez on bringing Gov. Whitman to her 4th grade class!
Congratulations to Don Cabrera on his election as President of the Greater Wildwood Chamber of Commerce!
Congratulations to Gail Reilly on a super job as CMN Ladies Association President!
Congratulations to Jerry Gaffney for being elected Mayor of Cape May!
Congratulations to Andy and Karen Day for the birth of their baby boy, Collin! Thank you CMN Members for donating toy gifts for the Lower Twp. Kids Christmas Program!
Be Sure to Sign Up for the Members Buying Program!
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