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2023 Book of Golf

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Book of Golf 2023 Greenbriar Hills 1

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Table of Contents Overview Welcome Letter Club Staff Hours of Operations Golf Shop Retail Offerings 3 4 5 6 Golf Services Policies Tee Time Policies Golf Rates Charges Golf Club Locker Storage Golf Instruction Offerings Club Golf Policies Golf Course Attire 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 Your Club Hole In One Clubs 16 Golf Events Details Calendar of Golf Events 17 22 2

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Dear Greenbriar Members Welcome to the 2023 golf season at Greenbriar Hills C C We are looking forward to kicking off the 2023 season with my team in the golf shop who are eager and ready to serve We hope that you ll rekindle friendships and establish several new ones along the way while enjoying some great golf with your fellow GHCC members family and friends this season I am excited to say that my staff will be staying in tact with Joe Tierney as my Head Golf Professional Tyler Quinnell has advanced in his journey to become a PGA golf professional and is ready to take on a bigger role as my PGA Associate Assistant Golf Professional Ryan Allgeyer will also be expanding his role and is working towards becoming a PGA golf professional Matt Stock will be solely focusing on his Player Development role and spending more time with his students on the practice facilities helping them to improve their golf games We are also lucky to have our full time Teaching Professional Craig Story on staff again for 2023 Craig was once again voted as one of the top 5 teachers in the state of Missouri and brings a wealth of knowledge about all aspects of the golf swing that he learned from working with some of the top teachers in the country Last but not least my Merchandiser Anita Kaufman is ready to outfit you and help make you look your best before you head to the golf course Hopefully this new informational packet will give you everything you need to know about the GHCC golf experience Please take some time to read through this 2023 BOOK OF GOLF so we can all head into this season on the same path Inside you ll find the latest on everything from current policies and procedures to tournament dates clinics and instruction as well as some helpful information about the culture of golf at Greenbriar Hills Whether you re a serious golfer a newcomer to the sport or one who just enjoys relaxed casual play we want you to enjoy Greenbriar to its fullest when you are at the Club We look forward to helping you show off your Club to your friends and family as you invite them to experience all that Greenbriar has to offer from our championship golf course to our amazing culinary selections and other amenities Watch for our Weekly Line Up email that we will be sending out every Sunday Thank you for reading the BOOK OF GOLF and we look forward to seeing you around the Club Here s to a great 2023 Golf Season Matt Gindler Matt Gindler PGA Director of Golf 3

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Greenbriar Hills C C Staff CLUB HOUSE GENERAL MANAGER MATT LACEFIELD CONTROLLER BILL PUES EXECUTIVE CHEF ANTHONY LYONS CLUBHOUSE MANAGER ROBERT BLACKEY MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR CINDY MAES BANQUET MANAGER RACHEL LOMAX GOLF PGA DIRECTOR OF GOLF MATT GINDLER PGA HEAD GOLF PROFESSIONAL JOE TIERNEY ASSISTANT GOLF PROFESSIONAL TYLER QUINNELL ASSISTANT GOLF PROFESSIONAL RYAN ALLGEYER MERCHANDISER BUYER ANITA KAUFMAN TEACHING PROFESSIONAL CRAIG STORY PLAYER DEVELOPMENT PROFESSIONAL MATT STOCK GOLF COURSE GOLF COURSE SUPERINTENDENT SHAWN PRENGER ASSISTANT SUPERINTENDENTS JEFF STICKFORD DAVE HANSON 4

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Hours of Operations Scheduled Course Openings Closings Our scheduled course opening times are weather permitting and subject to frost delays and course preparation needs Please check with the Golf Shop for exact start times The golf season for starting time and other purposes explained in these rules will run from the first Sunday in April through the third Sunday in October Your golf course is open for play at 8 00am during the golf season with the following exceptions On weekends and holidays from Saturday of Memorial weekend through Labor Day the course will open at 7 00am On Mondays except in the case of a national holiday or special event the course will be closed for maintenance When a holiday falls on Monday the course will be closed Tuesday On days when the golf course is closed no member is allowed on the course practice holes or driving range When the Greens Superintendent Greens Committee deem that conditions do not permit play HOURS OF OPERATION Golf Shop January March 8 30am 5 00pm April October weekdays 8 00am 6 00pm April October weekends 7 00am 6 00pm November December 8 00am 5 00pm Trackman Simulator Opening Hours Same as Golf Shop Closing Hours To Be Determined Golf Course Out of Season weekday 9 00am Out of Season weekend 8 00am In Season weekday 8 00am In Season weekend starting time varies based on sunrise Driving Range weather permitting Opens 30 minutes before the first tee time Closes 30 minutes before sunset with the following exceptions Sundays and Wednesdays 2 hours before sunset for clean picking 5

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Golf Shop Retail Offerings Freshen up your wardrobe with lifestyle and sportswear apparel from some of your favorite golf brands in the Golf Shop Enjoy both men s women s and junior s up and coming clothing lines that reflect the Greenbriar lifestyle as well as logo apparel accessories equipment and shoes Member Discount All Greenbriar Members receive member prices in the Golf Shop which is less than retail and we will beat any competitor s price on the same products Special Orders If you are interested in product that we may not have represented in our shops please ask a staff member to check availability with our Merchandiser Buyer Anita Kaufman When planning a tournament or special event Anita is happy to meet with you in advance to help accommodate your special or large order requests Please contact Anita via e mail at merchantghcc earthlink net or 314 944 6418 To enjoy a more personal shopping experience please contact us at 314 821 7565 to make an appointment with one of our staff members Return Policy We will gladly accept any retail return within 30 days of purchase when accompanied by a receipt and tags on the item s We do not accept returns on special orders or sale items We will always work with you on damaged items and warranty issues Credit Book Many of our tournament prizes are given as credits in a Credit Book that can be used for any retail item in the Golf Shop These credits may not be used for cart fees guest fees etc At checkout please ask to use your Credit Book All 2023 Credit Book balances expire on December 31 2023 6

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Tee Time Policies Tee Time Tee times can be made from Foretees via the Greenbriar App or by calling the Golf Shop during regular business hours Weekday tee times are made available 7 days in advance beginning at 7 00am Tee times for Saturday Sunday and Holidays are made available on the Wednesday prior beginning at 10 00am You are also able to register for Greenbriar golf events via Foretees under the Events Tab To ensure the accuracy of your charges please register in the Golf Shop in person each time you play golf Member Spouse Tee Time Restrictions Fridays Primary Members have exclusive use of the golf course from 11 45am 1 30pm Saturdays Primary Members have exclusive use of the golf course from 7 00am 10 30am Sundays Primary Members have exclusive use of the golf course from 7 00am 10 00am Holidays Primary Members have exclusive use of the golf course from 7 00am 10 30am Tuesday Wednesday mornings are reserved for the Ladies Golf Association events Thursday mornings in the summer are reserved for the Junior Golf Program Guest Tee Time Restrictions A Member may not sponsor more than 3 guests and must accompany them on the course unless special arrangements are made with Director of Golf Matt Gindler A resident guest who is not a member of an accredited golf club in the St Louis District may not use the facilities of the golf course more than three times during the calendar year On weekends during the period from Memorial weekend through Labor Day guests must play after 12 00pm Fridays Guests are restricted from 11 45 to 12 30 Family Member Restrictions Sons and daughters over the age of 24 will be limited to 10 tee times per year 7

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Tee Time Policies Junior Golfer Restrictions Junior Golfers ages 18 and under may not tee off during those times reserved specifically for members nor during those times specifically reserved for sponsored organizations Junior golfers 18 years of age and older are not eligible to play in adult tournaments Children under the age of 12 will be governed by the following rules only when accompanied by a member or spouse Tuesday Wednesday after 4pm Thursday 8 10am after 4pm Friday 9 10am after 4pm Saturday Sunday Holiday after 2pm Special permission to play unaccompanied after 5pm on all days if in the 9 hole division of the Junior Golf Program Special permission to play under the 12 17 rules if in the 18 hole division of the Junior Golf Program and carry a USGA index of 12 or better Children ages 12 17 will be governed by the following rules Tuesday 10 11am or after 2pm Wednesday after 2pm Thursday Friday 8 11am after 2pm Saturday Sunday Holiday 11 12pm or after 2pm 12 14 years must be accompanied by a member or spouse unless in the 9 hole division of the Junior Golf Program or have a USGA Index of 20 or lower Special permission to play under spouse restrictions will be granted to this group if the junior carries a USGA index of 10 or better Any junior may be given permission to play at other times at the discretion of the golf professionals Golfers under the age of 13 must be accompanied by an adult while at the driving range unless they have special permission status to use the range without an adult present All junior golfers must yield to members and spouses if all stations are occupied at the range 8

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Golf Rates Charges Member Rates Members are permitted to walk the course and charges do not reflect sales tax 18 Hole Cart Fee 26 Person 9 Hole Cart Fee 13 Person Golf Club Rentals 30 Round Golf Club Storage Fee 100 Year per bag 1 required 2 max Non Member Rates Legacy Guest sons or daughters over the age of 24 Regular Guest 18 Holes 85 Regular Guest 9 Holes 42 50 Half of normal guest fee Caddie Program The Caddie season runs from May 1 September 30 Caddie availability during the week when school is in session is extremely limited Honor Caddie Fee 40 plus tip A Caddie Fee 30 plus tip B Caddie Fee 25 plus tip Forecaddie Fee 10 bag plus tip 9

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Golf Club Storage Golf Members may utilize our bag storage facility on an annual basis The storage fee includes bag handling and club cleaning Each membership is required to have 1 bag storage locker A second storage locker may be purchased if both the Primary and Spouse would like their golf bag stored Please speak with one of the Golf Professionals if you are interested in a 2nd locker Club Storage Charges 100 per storage locker per year Golf Lockers Shoe Services Golf Members may utilize the lockers on an annual basis for a fee Golf Locker Charges Golf Shoe Service Charges 10

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Golf Instruction Offerings Craig Story Teaching Professional Private Lessons Adult 45 min 120 Teen 45 min 85 Jr 12 Under 45 min 60 Lesson Packages 5 45 min lessons Adult 550 Teen 400 Jr 12 Under 250 Lesson Packages 10 45 min lessons Adult 1000 Teen 750 Jr 12 Under 425 Lesson Packages 25 45 Min Lessons 3 Playing Lessons Adult 3000 Playing Lessons 200 WHY CHOOSE STORY GOLF ACADEMY Over the past 22 years I have sought out some of the most well renowned teachers and players in the United States by attending teaching and coaching seminars taking instructional lessons personally and observing lessons being trained to understand the cause and effect of the golf swing I believe this is truly the art of teaching and coaching I feel with 100 certainty that the knowledge I possess by being taught by these instructors and players rank second to none By knowing this I can guide the student into knowing what truly matters in preparing to have a successful golfing career DO YOU TEACH A CERTAIN METHOD No This is not a style based teaching academy Every golfer will not look the same but will learn to process the same intentions of what great golfers all have in common and that is having a consistent pattern by mastering impact I teach the individual on what I have to work with based on their strength body type flexibility Every aspect that I focus on is to get the player better at impact which is considered the moment of truth 11

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Golf Instruction Offerings Professional Staff Golf Lessons Greenbriar Hills Country Club Each lesson lasts approximately 45 minutes Junior Lessons 30 min Ask your Golf Professionals about packages or group lessons they Matt Gindler PGA Director of Golf Private Adult Lesson 90 Private Junior Lesson 60 Private Playing Lesson 150 Joe Tierney Head Golf Professional Private Adult Lesson 80 Private Junior Lesson 50 Private Playing Lesson 130 Matt Stock Player Development Professional thestockswing com Password stick Private Adult Lesson 90 Private Teen Lesson 75 Private Junior Lesson 60 Private Playing Lesson 2x Price Above Club Fitting 65 hour 12

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Golf Policies General All members and their guests must register in the Golf Shop before playing This ensures proper billing to the member s account Tee Times on Saturdays Sundays and holidays may be reserved by calling the Golf Shop after 10 00am or by using Foretees on the preceding Wednesday which may be accessed through the Club s website Tee Times on weekdays may be made no sooner than 1 week in advance at 7 00am Unless specifically authorized by the Golf Professional or his representative players must start at the 1 tee and play the holes in sequence As a rule the volume of play at G H C C will not permit fivesomes without the Golf Professional s approval No fivesomes will be permitted on weekends The standard time for an 18 hole round of golf is 3 5 4 hours depending upon the season and volume of play In all instances however faster players should be allowed to play through Practice on the golf course is strictly prohibited Practice is permitted at any of three designated areas the practice range practice holes putting green Golfers under the age of 13 must be accompanied by an adult while at the range except that Certified Junior Golfers may use the driving range without adult accompaniment Members are responsible for the conduct of their guests children and must ensure that they observe the proper etiquette as explained in the U S G A Rules of Golf All golfers shall continue their scheduled round of golf without stopping for an extended period for meals Thorguard Lightning Detection System For the safety of our members staff and guests please immediately after the first siren report everyone on the club grounds golf course pool tennis courts patio terrace etc must exit the grounds and seek the nearest and safest coverage shelter You may return to the club grounds only after the All Clear siren report is given Ignoring the warning and continuing to use any of the outdoor facilities at your own risk is not an acceptable alternative 13

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Golf Policies Pull Carts and Motorized Carts Pull carts are offered as an option for players to rent and personal pull carts are only permitted for special outside events that require players to walk the course Players using motorized carts accept responsibility for that cart and are liable for the cost of repairing any damages caused by any reason other than mechanical or electrical failures Motorized golf carts will be available to players in the cart garage on a first come first served basis No reservations will be taken No more than 2 persons with their clubs will be permitted to ride in a golf cart Persons under 16 years of age may not operate golf carts Our golf carts now include Pace Technology GPS System Carts must be operated in a safe manner at all times Use extreme caution when crossing roads Users of carts shall have no special rights or privileges over players not in carts The Club shall have the right to refuse a cart to any person at any time Carts are prohibited from exiting the cart path when in the vicinity of the clubhouse patio practice green and tennis complexes 14

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Golf Course Attire Dress Code for Golf Course Practice Facilities Greenbriar Hills Country Club takes pride in providing a traditional quality private club experience The Club observes a relaxed yet conservative Dress Code tasteful and appropriate attire is expected at all times The purpose of this Dress Code Policy is to outline the expectations of appropriate dress while at the Club This Policy applies to all members their families and their guests Members are responsible for their attire and that of their families and guests accordingly member should inform their families and guests of the Club s dress code policy prior to their arrival to the Club Members are asked to willingly comply with this Dress Code Policy and to be supportive of the Club s enforcement efforts The General Manager has the responsibility to ensure adherence to this Policy He and his designates have been authorized by the Board of Governors to notify members when their attire or that of their families or guests is deemed to not be in accordance with the Policy and to advise that they will be restricted from Club access or service until they comply with the Policy In addition members who are in violation of this policy may be subject to disciplinary action Special events may have specific dress codes which will be communicated when applicable Golf Course Practice Facilities Proper golf attire is required at all times which includes For Gentlemen Tailored slacks and shorts no shorter than mid thigh length are required as are sleeved shirts with collars or turtlenecks or mock turtlenecks or dress crewnecks Shirts must be tucked in Also permitted are sport sweaters jackets golf outerwear rain suits All hats caps and visors should be worn with the bill facing forward For Ladies Tailored slacks capris and shorts skirts skorts no shorter than mid thigh length are required as are tailored shirts tops Also permitted are golf dresses sport sweaters jackets golf outerwear rain suits Attire not permitted for golf cargo shorts pants frayed or excessively baggy pants shorts blue denim gym sweatshirts sweatpants tennis or swim attire tee shirts of any kind tank tops halter tops Soft spike non penetrating golf shoes or tennis shoes are required on the Golf Course and Practice Facilities Swim attire is not permitted on the Putting Green Flat bottomed shoes are required on the Putting Green 15

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Hole In One Clubs 16

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2023 TOURNAMENT CALENDAR MEN S JUNIOR S COUPLE S EVENTS March 18 St Patrick s Day Tourney April 8 Men s Opening Day April 22 2 Man Team Qualifier April 29 2 Man Team Rain Date April 29 Spring Glowball May 6 Derby Day May 13 2 Man Team Qualifier May 20 2 Man Team Rain Date May 25 The Hills Cup May 27 29 Chick Ernst Memorial Day June 8 Junior Golf Play Day June 9 10 Briar Cup June 15 Junior Golf Play Day June 17 Twilight Golf June 22 Junior Golf Play Day June 25am Member Shotgun No Event June 25pm WWGA Co Am June 26 30 Women s Western Junior Am July 4 4th of July Tourney July 7 Junior Member Guest July 13 Junior Golf Play Day July 15 Adult Junior Championship July 20 STLWDGA Team Championship July 27 Junior Golf Play Day July 28 1 Day Member Guest July 29 Twilight Golf August 3 Junior Golf Play Day August 4 Junior Family Scramble August 10 Junior Club Championship August 12 13 Men s Stroke Play Championship August 26 Mr Mrs Day Sept 2 4 Labor Day Ringer Tourney Sept 14 16 Osage Classic Sept 21 22 Ladies Member Member Sept 30 Fall Glowball October 14 Fogerty Cup Nov 4 Turkey Shoot LADIES GOLF ASSOCIATION EVENTS April 5 April 11 April 12 April 18 April 19 April 25 April 26 Opening Breakfast 9 Orientation Scramble 18 Play Day 9 Play Day 18 Play Day 9 Play Day 18 Play Day May 2 May 3 May 9 May 10 May 16 May 17 May 23 May 24 May 31 June 1 June 6 June 7 June 13 June 14 June 20 June 21 July 6 July 6 July 11 July 12 July 18 July 19 July 25 July 26 August 1 August 2 August 8 August 9 August 15 August 16 August 22 August 23 August 29 August 29 30 September 6 September 7 September 12 September 13 September 19 September 21 22 September 26 September 27 October 3 October 4 October 10 October 11 October 17 October 18 October 24 October 25 17 9 Play Day 18 Play Day 9 Play Day 18 Play Day 9 Play Day 18 Play Day 9 Play Day 18 Play Day 18 Play Day 9 Play Day 9 Play Day 18 Play Day 9 Play Day Charity Event 9 Member Guest 18 Play Day 18 Play Day 9 Play Day 9 Play Day 18 Play Day 9 Play Day 18 Play Day 9 Play Day 18 Play Day 9 Play Day 18 Play Day 9 Play Day 18 Play Day 9 Play Day 18 Play Day 9 Play Day 18 Play Day 9 Play Day Ladies Club Championship 18 Play Day 9 Play Day 9 Club Championship 18 Play Day Pink Ball Challenge Ladies Member Member 9 Play Day 18 Play Day 9 Play Day 18 Play Day 9 Play Day 18 Play Day 9 Play Day 18 Play Day 9 Play Day Closing Meeting Luncheon

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Golf Event Details St Patrick s Day Tourney Saturday March 18 9 30 shotgun start 2 person team ryder cup format 1 6 One Best Net 7 12 Shamble 13 18 Alt Shot 60 entry fee includes golf cart prizes lunch Registration opens February 1 at 8 00am in Foretees Men s Opening Day Saturday April 8 9 00 shotgun start 4 person 2 net best ball format Golf shop makes pairings based on A B C D pools Included in Men s Tournament Fund Registration opens February 1 at 8 00am in Foretees 2 Man Team Qualifier 1 Saturday April 22 Rain Date is Sunday April 23 9 00 shotgun start 2 person team stableford format Included in Men s Tournament Fund Registration opens February 1 at 8 00am in Foretees Spring Glowball Saturday April 29 Dusk shotgun start 4 person team scramble format 150 per couple includes golf cart prizes Glowvibe Golf food Registration opens March 29 at 8 00am in Foretees 2 Man Team Qualifier 2 Saturday May 13 Rain Date is Sunday May 14 8 30 shotgun start 2 person team stableford format Included in Men s Tournament Fund Registration opens February 1 at 8 00am in Foretees 18

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Golf Event Details The Hills Cup Thursday May 25 9 00 shotgun start 27 holes of match play 4 Ball Alternate Shot Singles 175 entry fee includes 27 holes of golf team shirt pre post apps breakfast lunch Registration opens March 15 at 8 00am in Foretees Chick Ernst Memorial Saturday May 27 Monday May 29 2 Best 18 hole net rounds 20 entry fee for prizes Make your own tee time beginning on Wednesday May 24 at 10 00am Briar Cup Friday June 9 Saturday June 10 2 Person Teams with 6 teams per flight 320 per person Registration Opens March 1 at 8 00am in Foretees Twilight Golf Saturday June 17 5 00pm shotgun start String scramble format 100 per couple includes golf cart prizes food Registration Opens May 17 at 8 00am in Foretees Western Women s Junior Amateur Championship Sunday June 25 Co Am Tournament Monday June 26 Friday June 30 Championship Proper 4th of July Tourney Tuesday July 4 Skins game gross and net 10 each Make your own tee time beginning on Wednesday June 28 at 10 00am 19

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Golf Event Details Junior Member Guest Friday July 7 8 00 Tee Times 100 team entry fee includes gift lunch prizes Registrations will be sent out to membership the first week of June Junior Adult Championship Saturday July 15 Tee Times 18 hole division from 11 1 9 hole division from 1 3 Selected drive alternate shot format Awards reception with food beginning at 6pm on the patio Registration Opens June 1 at 8 00am in Foretees 1 Day Member Guest Friday July 28 1 net best ball using 80 of your handicap 260 per team if you bring 1 guest 500 per team if you bring 3 guests Fee includes golf cart prizes food gift Registration Opens April 15 at 8 00am in Foretees Twilight Golf Saturday July 29 5 00pm shotgun start 7 hole scramble format with closest to the pin and putting contests following golf 100 per couple includes golf cart prizes food Registration Opens June 29 at 8 00am in Foretees Junior Club Championship Thursday August 10 Individual Stroke Play 18 hole boys division ages 12 14 15 17 18 hole girls division based on number of participants 9 hole division ages 11 and under You may opt to play UP if you choose Tee Times beginning at 8 00am 50 entry fee includes gift lunch prizes Registration will be sent out June 1 via Golf Genius 20

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Golf Event Details Men s Senior Men s Stroke Play Championship Saturday August 12 Sunday August 13 Tee Times beginning at 9 00am both days Championship Flight first 36 Hole Stroke Play Format Winners announced following final round Registration Opens February 1 at 8 00am in Foretees Mr Mrs Day Saturday August 26 1 30 Shotgun 12 Hole Ryder Cup Style format Winners announced at dinner when scoring is complete Registration Opens July 1 at 8 00am in Foretees Labor Day Ringer Tourney Saturday September 2 Monday September 4 Best Ringer Score for the weekend flighted 20 entry fee for prizes Make your own tee time beginning on Wednesday August 30 at 10 00am Osage Classic Thursday September 14 Saturday September 16 Member Guest Tournament Registration Opens April 1 at 8 00am in Foretees Ladies Member Member Thursday September 21 Friday September 22 36 Holes Team Play Registration Opens June 1 at 8 00am in Foretees 21

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Golf Event Details Fall Glowball Event Saturday September 30 Dusk shotgun start 4 person team scramble format 150 per couple includes golf cart prizes Glowvibe Golf food Registration opens July 30 at 8 00am in Foretees Fogertey Cup Saturday October 14 10 00 Shotgun Start Two 9 Hole Matches Registration Opens September 1 at 8 00am in Foretees Turkey Shoot Saturday November 4 1 30 Shotgun 12 Hole Ryder Cup Style format 60 per player Registration Opens September 1 at 8 00am in Foretees 22