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Around THE Club5325 St. Andrews ArcLeesburg, FL 34748352-314-9000www.monarchgolfclub.comAnn Carter - EditorSeptember, 2019The event was highly successful and nerveracking.The 10 qualifiers were: Bob Keating, VinceLaverghetta, John Buono, Rick Mason, KeithPatterson, Steve Ryan, Dave Kozlowski, JimOddo, Rich Page and Larry Demaline.Craig Misch – ProAnother great summer month in thebooks The MMGA held their first everShootout this month. They copied theladies’ event from earlier this summer. Wehad ten guys qualify to play and the eventwas outstanding just ask Rick Mason (welove you Rickey) We are planning on doingthis again when the snowbirds come backlater this season. Results will be in theMMGA section of the newsletter thanks toGary Ritchey for taking pictures!!All summer leagues are in full swing, its hotbut not hot enough to keep us off thecourse!Page, Patterson, Keating, Demaline,Kozlowski, Oddo, Laverghetta, Mason, Ryan,BuonoLabor Day step back scramble will be playedMonday September 2nd results will beshared in the next newsletter.MMGA-Mike RussomanoIn case you missed it, the finals of the men'sshootout was held on Sunday 8/25.1
CaddiesThe 2nd Place winner was Rick Mason.Lawrenson, Kozlowski, Page, Case, Ryan,Laverghetta, Kline, Patterson, Bryan,KeatingPlayers & CaddiesShootout champion was John Buono.John now only needs to be the Crown CupChamp to complete the "Trifecta".We will be looking into the possibility ofhaving another shootout very soon.Because of the shootout qualifying, theWednesday MMGA games don’t have muchto report.The 3rd Place winner was Steve Ryan.Molly got the money.In the Saturday Gold Tee Group, the August3rd. winning team consisted of: MikeRussomano, Dennis Walden, TomLawrenson and Dave Race.2
The winners on August 10th were: RickBaughn, Terry Neikirk, Mike Russomano andRoy Bradford.August 17th. was cut short by rain.Winners on August 24th were: Britt Davies,Chuck Gietz, Tom O’Rourke and RoyBradford.Finally, on August 31st. the winner were:Mike Russomano, Rich Page, Dave Race andFrank Miller.MWGA played a side game with a yellowemoji ball. Linda Carey retrieved it in thecasual water on #10. What a trouper Lindaall for the teamMWGA – Esther PattersonWell, another month of HOT weather welcome to Florida in August! Speaking of"welcome" - we have a new member Rosanne "Cookie" O'Rourke. We lookforward to you joining us on Thursdays!Criss Cross (8/15)Flight 11st Place: Carolyn Skorich & EstherPatterson & Evelyn Weasner (tie)3rd Place: Christa BowenOur winners for August were:F.O.N.E. Holes (8/1)Flight 11st Place: Christa Bowen2nd Place: Coreen Corbin& Evelyn Weasner (tie)3rd Place: Linda HodgsonFlight 21st Place: Mary Clemans & Betty Danish(tie)2nd Place: Brenda Watson & Karen Weicht(tie)Flight 31st Place: Lisa Ritchey2nd Place: Barbara Gunderson3rd Place: Ann EnloeFlight 21st Place: Karen Weicht2nd Place: Mary Clemans3rd Place: Sandy Cookson & Lisa Ritchey(tie)Net Score Under Par (8/22)Flight 11st Place: Linda Carey & Betty Hudi &Carolyn Skorich (tie)2nd Place: Esther PattersonFlight 21st Place: Lisa Ritchey2nd Place: Betty Danish & Brenda Watson(tie)3rd Place: Sandy CooksonTeam Scramble (8/8)Our team game was rained out, but we stillhad a wonderful luncheon followed by ashort meeting.2 Net Best Balls (Team) (8/29)1st Place: Christa Bowen, Betty Danish,Cookie O'Rourke, Judy Taylor2nd Place (tie): Betty Hudi, Connie Ortbals,Esther Patterson, Lisa Ritchey3
and Barb Kowalski, Marie Marvil, MargeParkinson, Francie TravioliaOur scheduled games for September willbe:**9/5: Blind Nine**9/12: Even Holes**9/19: Low Net**9/26: President’s Cup tournament.Lunch will follow golf, and the cost will be 6.00. Winner will be overall low gross, withlow net winners in each flight. Moreinformation will be sent to members.The Fall Match Play will begin on Tuesday,September 10 - 8:00 AM shotgun start. Wecurrently have 9 teams signed up and haveroom for one more team. If you would liketo join us or know of someone who wouldbe interested in playing, give me a call and Iwill be glad to go over the event andanswer any questions. The cost is 20 andwill be billed to your golf account, and wepayout 100% of the money collected.Cookie & Tom O’RourkePlease welcome Tom and Rosann (Cookie).They join us as Limited Plus FamilyMembers. They moved here from NewJersey and live at the Plantation.The Annual Memorial Golf Tournament willbe held Thursday, October 17. All proceedsgo to Cornerstone Hospice. Please see theseparate ad with all the information.They have 3 children and 4 grandchildren.Tom was a teacher and Cookie an OfficeManager. In addition to golf, Cookie enjoyspickleball and line dancing.2019 HOLES IN ONEMen:Tom O’Rourke - #11 – 2/16/19Rich Page- #4 – 2/16/19Terry Neikirk - #13 – 4/12//19Adam Talarek - #11 – 4/13/19Preston Perkey-#13-5/12/19Carl Lacobie-#8-6/4/19Sam Hanley-#13-7/15/19NEWBritt Davis-#11-8/31/19Ladies:Kitty Bolier-#8-1/2/19Jan Dubsky- #4 – 2/23/19Sherry Grimm-#4-5/8/19Marge Parkinson-#13-5/16/19Sue Scappaticci-#13-6/18/194
MWGA Garden ofMemoriesANNUAL MEMORIAL GOLF TOURNAMENTOctober 17, 2019All proceeds go toCornerstone HospiceOPEN TO ALL GOLFERSFOUR PERSON SCRAMBLEEnter as a team, partial team or individual.Sign up at the Monarch Pro Shop fromOctober 1-15.ENTRY FEE(includes golf, cart fee & lunch) 40. Member 55. Non-MemberPayable to ‘MWGA’TIMES7 AM Registration8 AM Shotgun StartNoon Lunch @ Crown & ShieldHOLE SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLEContact Carolyn Skorich 352-365-1556or duffycms@aol.comFor other tournament information contactEvelyn Weasner 352-326-3448 oreweasner5560@live.com5
even win a dollar or two in the skins gameeach week. Find a partner for next sessionor just enter your name on the signupsheets and we will find you a partner.Terry Stephenson - SuperintendentWe have treated for the goose grass on thegreens and are starting to see itgo away. We are treating a few areas ofcricket activity on the course. Wewill be verticutting and topdressing thegreens to get ready for overseeding.James TaylorJames joins us from Edward City, Pa. wherehe was a Steel Mill worker. He has 3children and 2 grandchildren. He enjoysping pong and belongs to the EaglesWe have treated some of the weak tees fornematodes and fertilizer to promotegrowth. We will be putting out our preemerge for poa annua control onthe course this month. Thanks to all thevolunteers for the tree work on the courseand along the roadsides this last month.Vince Laverghetta-Men’s Match PlayThe summer session of Match Play hasreached the mid-point of the session withthe teams of Bill Ortbals / Steve Ryan andTom Suzda / Rich Page leading theirrespective divisions. We have 18 teamscompeting this session. The summersession will wrap up with a Fun Day eventand luncheon on Monday, October 7th.HOLES IN ONEThe low round of the session thus far is a 73posted by Bob Keating and the low netround of 60 belongs to Mike Russomano.The Fall session of Men’s Match Play willstart on Monday, October 14th andconclude with the Fun Day and luncheon onDecember 16th. Signup sheets will beavailable in the pro shop on Monday,September 23rd.Britt Davis-#11-8/31/19The cost of each match play session is 35with 20 towards prize money, 12.50 forthe luncheon and 2.50 for raffle gifts to bewon at the awards luncheon.Match play is a great way to meet and playwith your fellow members and the format isreally fun and gets the competitive juicesflowing to win your matches and maybe6
EAGLES ARE FLYINGBob Keating-Eagle #17 8/17/19Linda Carey Eagle #7 – 7/11/19Ernie Weicht #3 – 8/17/19John Buono-Eagle #3-8/3/19Dick Therrien Eagle #17 8/24/19Keith Beile-Eagle #14 8/5/197
ALL ABOUT TERRY STEPHENSONDave Kozlowskiof Baylor enjoyed my introductionand establishment of Tifeagle typegrasses. Worked with local andState agencies to reduce usagecharges and get refunds. Moved toFlorida and became assistant Superin July of 2006. There I learned theins and outs of Tifdwarf greens and419 fairways. Also managed a largecrew while assisting the Mechanic,the Irrigation Technician andchemical spraying tech.The purpose of this, and other interviews tocome, is to provide our members with anin-depth look at our staff. The interviewbelow is with our Golf CourseSuperintendent Terry Stephenson.1. Where were you born and wheredid you go to school?I was Born in San Angelo, TexasI went to High School: Rankin,TexasI graduated from Sul Ross StateUniversity, Alpine, Texas2. What were your aspirations growingup?To be a Pro golfer. I played in highschool and college3. How did you first get into the turfbusiness?I helped a friend, who was aSuperintendent, while in college. Iworked part-time at Hogan ParkGolf Course in Midland, Texas. Ialso worked for a friend at KermitGolf Course in Kermit, Texas.4. How many years have you been atthis, and where have you workedand what did you do?I worked at Mexia Country Club in1984 as a superintendent/GeneralManager. In April of 1989 I beganworking at Rolling Oaks Golf Club, asmall club in Waco, Texas andwithin 5 years became GM for theentire facility. Transferred to BearRidge Golf Club, where UniversityIn 2007 I transferred to Wekiva GolfClub in Longwood working for SamFloyd as Superintendent.There I had 8 full time staffmembers, Tifeagle greens and 419fairways that were over seeded inwinter with Rye grass and PoaTrivals.5. How did you end up here atMonarch?In 2010 Sam invited me to join himat The Monarch Golf Club asSuperintendent. All my previousexperiences have put into playhere. We now have the addedbenefit of the New Toro OsmacIrrigation System which we enjoy.6. What credential do you have?I started the Brazos Valley TurfgrassAssociation in the Central Texasarea. It was a means of identifyingcommon problems and solutions. Iwas also a member of TexasTurfgrass Association for about 20years. In Florida, I’ve been amember of the CFGCSA (CentralFlorida Golf Course SuperintendentsAssociation) for 13 years. Duringthis time, I’ve been a BoardMember of the CFGCSA in2013/2014, Vice President2015/2016, and President for2016/2017, and past president foryears 2017/2018 and 2018/2019.I’m also on the board (State Level)8
of the Florida Golf Coursesuperintendent since 2017.7. What support do you have indiagnosing problems and capturingsavings?We’ve been fortunate enough tohave direct support from Dr. BertMcCarty and Bob Cross of ClemsonUniversity. They are on site manytimes a year doing evaluations andanalysis. Additionally, we are oneof several golf clubs that SherylWells from the Bayer ChemicalCompany gives free samples of testand proven chemicals with supportmonitoring. We have saved manythousands of dollars in chemicalswith that collaboration. We alsohave contacts from the Universityof Florida.principal means of controllinggoosegrass. Superintendentselecting to control goosegrass withpre, post, and reemergenceherbicides now have a small groupof herbicides from which to choose.None of the options are labeled foruse on putting greens and many caninduce transient turfgrass injuryeven when applied under optimalconditions. Goosegrass has becomemore challenging in recent years.Once confined to more southernstates, goosegrass has become acommon problem in states as farnorth as New Jersey andPennsylvania. A promising spottreating herbicide, MSMA has beenprohibited in FLORIDA. Researchconducted at UF concluded that soilcompaction and the lack ofbermudagrass were the majorfactors in goosegrass infestation.Further research shows theresistance of repeated herbicidesand that chemical diversity iscritically important.I’d like recognize two supportpeople I met when I moved toFlorida: Ralph White a consultantfor 50 years and Barry Troutman aVP with Valley Crest for 25 years.Other savings come about when webuy seed, chemicals, and the like inbulk with an early order program8. Why have goose grass and otherundesirable weeds become agrowing problem over the lastseveral years?Don’t get me started. TO THEREADER – TERRY PROVIDED A 4PAGE ARTICLE FROM HIS JULY ISSUEOF GOLFDOM.COM MAGAZINE.Here is a summation without thedozens of chemical names.Goosegrass is a problematic annualgrassy weed found on golf courseturf across the United States insummer. Goosegrass is mostcommonly found in highlytrafficked areas on golf coursessuch as cart paths entry/exit areas.Preemergence herbicides are aTerry said he has had some successwith an experimental herbicide thathe has tested and spotted targetedthe goosegrass on parts of theputting area #4 and #11. He also isreplacing the normal Springaerification process in with Dry Jetsoil enrichment that helped lastyear.It’s a costly process but willrejuvenate the soil, push out thegoosegrass and other invasiveweeds. A healthy Bermuda grass willin fact not give outside intruders achance.9. Do you have all the budget, staff,and equipment you need?Any golf course Superintendent canalways use more staff, a biggerbudget, better equipment.9
However, we work within eachclub’s budget.10. What does a normal work day looklie for you?I work 4 am – 2 pm.First hour is paperwork5 – mow greens7 – water/spray/check course9 – spot spray/irrigation work/fixany green issues11 – fertilize/spray/spot water11. Do you feel that we will have toreplace our greens?No, if we do things to improve thesubsoil, such as DryJett12. What’s the most difficult part ofyour job?Staffing13. You live quite a distance from hereand have to get an early start. Whatmotivates you to get going everyday?I enjoy the job. I like to see thesunrise. I’m a morning person. Iwas taught well by my father.14. Are you cross-training yourassistant, James, to learn thecomplete job?Yes.15. Will James have the contracts youhave fostered when you choose toretire?Some of them. They are getting oldtoo. He will develop new contacts.16. Your son is also in the business. Doyou talk shop when you see him?Tell us about that.Yes, we talk regularly. He workedfor me while still in high school. Helearned the process and irrigation.He earned his degree from PennState while working. He is VicePresident of Suncoast Chapter ofFGCSA. He works for Pope GolfCompany. He is responsible for 2courses.17. What would you like to tell themembers that these questionshaven’t touched upon?I appreciate the opportunity towork here and get to know themembersI appreciate the volunteer helpfrom the members,and that they recognize therelentless efforts of themaintenance staff.Tree Trimming Project (by Bob Keating)On Tuesday August 13, the tree trimmingproject to raise the canopies on St. Andrews Arcand Royal St. George was completed.I would like to take this opportunity to thankthe following members and Ken Lechner (a nonmember) for volunteering and completing ahard day of work to get the job done.John Buono, John Scappaticci, Dave Kozlowski,Jim Parker, Steve Bryan, Ted Laubner, RaySmith, Gary Ritchey, Vince Laverghetta, RickMason, Keith Patterson, and Bob Keating.Also, thanks to Jack West for the use of his truckto pick up the lift and Jack Scappaticci for usinghis truck to return it.We were able to rent a boom lift and with KeithPatterson’s operating knowledge of theequipment and John Buono’s willingness to doall the cutting, we were able to complete the -entire project in one day. As a result of all thishard work, we were able to save the club about 1800.00 from the lowest bid we received fromtree trimming companies. Once again, themembership stepped up to volunteer their timeand effort to support the club when needed themost. Thank you all!10
Playing Card Bingo – Diane ChristieWe had 19 tables for Playing Card Bingo onAugust 28th. The Queen for the eveningwas Marie Marvil and the King was DickHolst. The next Playing Card Bingo will beon September 26. 2019 - Hope you all willcome and join us.King –Dick Holst, Queen – Marie Marvil11
September, 2019 Crown & Shield RestaurantAnn Carter – Communications ChairImportant Information:ITEMS OF INTEREST:Tuesday, Thursday & Friday the restaurant isopen for dinner.Dinner Menu will be offeredThursday’s are Happy Hour Thursday with a special dinner being offeredin addition to menu items.As Well As Friday NightsBeer is available in the Pro Shop also Bar will be open until 6:00 on Monday’s & Wednesday’sunless there is a special event or mealPizza until 6:00 PM Saturday & SundayNote: Bar will be closing early on the following days to prepare for thefollowing special events:September 17 - Taste of Italy PastaSeptember 25 – Italian Card BingoTHE RESTAURANT IS OPEN FOR DINNER ON TUESDAY, THURSDAY &FRIDAY EVENINGS.The Crown & Shield is open on Saturday & Sunday for breakfastSaturday Breakfast & Lunch from 7:30 am until 2:00 PMSunday Breakfast & Lunch from 7:30 am until 2:00 pmBar Open until 6:00 pm on Saturday & SundayNOTE!!!!CARRY OUT IS AVAILABLE ON THE DAYS THE RESTAURANT IS OPENCall the Crown & Shield 314-3908 to place your order12
Menus for September EventsTuesday ‘s – Served with your choice of a cup of soup, or dinner saladSeptember 3 - Liver & Onions with bacon, mashed potatoes, gravy & vegetable 12.99September 10 – Dinner Buffet 14.99 (Tri-tip Beef, Chicken Marsala & Baked Cod)September 17 – Taste of Italy 15.99September 24 – Jerk Chicken served with Chef’s choice starch & vegetable 13.99Thursday’s- Dinners – Served with choice of a cup of soup or dinner saladSeptember 5 – Lasagna served with bread stick 12.99September 12 – Beef & rice stuffed peppers 12.99September 19 – Fried Chicken with mashed potato, gravy & vegetable 13.99September 26 – Pot Roast with mashed potato, gravy & vegetable 14.99Friday’s – Dinners – Served with choice of a cup of soup or dinner saladSeptember 6 – Potato Crusted Salmon with starch & vegetable 16.99September 13 – Surf & Turf (Scallop kabob & Beef kabob) with rice & vegetable 18.99September 20 – Twin Crab Cakes with starch & vegetable 18.99September 27 – Seafood Scampi over pasta 17.99September 2 – Couples Labor Day TournamentSeptember 21 – Birthday BashSeptember 25- Italian Card BingoSeptember 26 – MWGA’s President’s Cup including LunchPLEASE REMEMBER – RESERVATIONS REQUIRED in order for the staff to beready for your arrival.Preparation is the key to their success and only you can help.REMEMBERFor Special Events, there is a 24-Hour Cancellation Policy in effectMEALS & PRICES SUBJECT TO CHANGEHappy Hour Drink Hours:Monday, All Day; Tuesday, 4 to 6; Wednesday, 12 to 2 & 4 to 6;Thursday, 4 to Close; Friday, 4 to 6, Saturday, 3 to 6:00Our restaurant hours are as follows: (unless there is a special event)Monday 11 to 4–Hot Dogs and Snacks will be available.Bar will remain open until “6:00 PM”-CHANGETuesday Lunch starting at 11 Dinner including dinner features-bar open ‘til 7:00 PMWednesday 11 to 2:00 Lunch –no dinners unless there is a special event-Bar ‘til “”6:00 pm””Thursday Lunch starting at 11 – Dinner including dinner features-bar open ‘til 7:00 PMFriday Lunch starting at 11 – Dinner including dinner features–bar open ‘til 7:00 PMRestaurant 7:30 am to 2:00 pm – Bar Open from 11:00 to 6:00 PMSunday – Bar & Restaurant 7:30 am to 2:00 pm – Bar Open from 11:00 to 6:00PIZZA ‘TIL 6 PM – BAR ONLY Check the web-site for flyers and special meal announcements13
Jersey and live at the Plantation. They have 3 children and 4 grandchildren. Tom was a teacher and Cookie an Office Manager. In addition to golf, Cookie enjoys pickleball and line dancing. Men: Tom O Rich Page Terry Neikirk Ada Preston Perkey Carl La Sam Hanley NEW Britt Davis Lad 2019 HO
