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Wednesday, October 29, 2008

a message from mary

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Greetings Golfers! Just a reminder that November and daylight savings time are both right around the corner. Our fall golf shop and twilight golf schedules being adjusted for the time change. Beginning November 2, 2008, the LPGA International Golf Shop will open from 7:00 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Sunday for your convenience. Our twilight golf schedules will be adjusted accordingly with the sun going down 1 hour earlier. We want you to have an opportunity to finish your round of golf and enjoy the great rates, great golf course conditions and great service all in one. Here is the new schedule beginning November 1st. Twilight golf: 11:00 a.m. to 2 p.m. everyday Super Twilight golf begins after 2 p.m. everyday Also, as a reminder, the LPGA International Country Club Members and Champion Club Members enjoy the extra benefit of twilight rates 1 hour earlier. If you are not a LPGA International Country Club Member or Champions Club Member and you would like additional information, please check out our website www.lpgainternational.com, call the golf shop at 274-5742 or email Jeanette Elmore for more information. You can find the best membership that fits your needs. When you think about “GOLF” think about LPGA International! We’re here to serve you! Enjoy your golf!         PS. Just a reminder to start thinking about a Christmas gift for your favorite golfer! We have an award winning golf shop. If you can’t find what you need, we’ll be happy to help you locate it and get it here before Christmas day! Maureen Bonner, our fantastic golf shop buyer, is an expert shopper who can help you find the not only the right gift but the best deal too! Give her a call in the golf shop at (386) 274-5742. She’s here waiting to help you! Mary Hafeman is Director of Golf at LPGA International. She can be reached at (386) 523-2020.

upcoming events at lpga international

outings & tournaments

This week at LPGA International, we are looking forward to seeing some return groups and also a tournament that we have hosted for the past few years.

On Friday the 31st, we have several groups that are coming from local hotels.  The Robson Group will be playing our Legends Course; they played the Champions Course today.  We would also like to welcome back the Pantalone Group; they are playing the Legends Course on Friday and they played the Champions Course last week.

We welcome back the Durante Group; they will be playing the Champions Course. The Thompson Group is playing the Champions Course on  Friday the 31st.

The Golftech Connection Tournament is a great tournament that we would like to welcome back. This is a field of 90-100 players with practice rounds on the 31st and the actual tournament on November 1st and 2nd.  On Saturday, Nov. 1st, we have an 8:30am shotgun start on our Champions Course. On Sunday, Nov. 2nd, an 8:30am shotgun will start on our Legends Course.  We have players traveling from all over the country to play in this great event!

Please contact me to find out about our great group rates for the fall.  Keep in mind we don’t over seed until December, so our courses are in great shape this fall and we all know the weather is perfect!

Have a great week!

Kristen Robertson is LPGA International's Golf Sales Manager. She can be reached direct at (386) 523-2022.

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golf tip

from Mary Hafeman
PGA & LPGA Director of Golf Operations

Wow, we sure did get a taste of winter this week! Cold weather…how does a golfer get ready for playing in cold weather?

Cold weather really dictates that a golfer warms up and stretches more than normal before the round of golf. I would suggest you stretch out the back muscles especially, so you can make a full turn. Dress for the occasion, staying warm is the objective. A good rain suit can provide mobility and warmth. When you are wearing extra layers of clothing, the swing will tend to shorten. In addition, the golf ball is cold, so in combination, the player must take more clubs to reach the desired distance.

Weather does have an influence on a player, but if you are prepared, your game will not suffer!

Have fun playing!

Just a reminder, we’re welcoming back Beverley Davis, former LPGA tour player and current LPGA Teaching Professional. She is back with us for our winter season. Beverley will be conducting weekly clinics, golf schools and private lessons. You can reach Beverley through the LPGA golf shop at 274-5742. Beverley is also an expert in club fitting. She will work with you to reach your goals in your swing plus help you find the best equipment to fit your game within your budget! Give her a call …she’s excited to help you achieve your goals!

members

merchandise specials

Greetings from the Pro Shop!

Pro Shop News…

Thank you to our Members who attended the Mixer. We hope you enjoyed your evening and the Pro Shop specials!

The weather is changing and so is the look of our beautiful Pro Shop. Sweatshirts, long sleeve mocks, jackets and winter golf gloves are available.

It's not too soon to start your Holiday shopping. Allow us to gift wrap your purchases!

knickers bar & grill

Fall Season Update from Knickers Bar & Grill Restaurant at LPGA International.

To kick off the upcoming holiday season, the culinary team at Knickers Bar & Grill Restaurant will be showcasing their creative skills with pumpkin carvings. They will be on display in the golf lobby beginning Wednesday, October 29 through Friday, October 31. Be sure to stop by to cast your vote for your favorite pumpkin on your way to play golf or grab a bite to eat at Knickers. Please include your email address so we can notify everyone of the winner.

This weekend, The International Room will be the site of the Embry Riddle Aeronautical University Flight Competition Dinner. We wish all those who participate the best of luck.

With the cooler temperatures here, you will be happy to know that Knickers Restaurant has some of the best home made soups around with a variety of offerings. These soups are prepared daily with the freshest of ingredients. You may want to accompany your soup with a delectable Ultimate Grilled Cheese Sandwich made with 4 Cheeses, Sliced Vine Ripe Tomato & Fresh Basil served on lightly toasted Focaccia Bread. It is one of the many specialty sandwiches offered on the lunch menu.

Reservations are coming in daily for the Annual Thanksgiving Buffet. Don’t wait until the last minute to make reservations. We want to make sure you have an opportunity to experience what everyone raves about year after year!

Thanks to all those who have visited Knickers recently or hosted an event in the International Room. We appreciate your wonderful comment cards and thank you notes which are posted for all the staff to enjoy! We look forward to each and every visit so help spread the word about what a great spot we are for a light bite to eat from the pub menu or a wonderful gourmet meal from the dinner menu. Whatever your taste buds crave, we are sure you will find something on our menus.

Lorraine Vosmik is the Director of Club Operations for LPGA International.
Please contact Lorraine with questions on the restaurant, catering and banquets. Her direct line is (386) 523-2044.

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Golf Defined

Golf can best be defined as an endless series of tragedies, obscured by the occasional miracle. "I wish I could play my normal game....just once." Golf is harder than baseball, in golf you have to play your foul balls. If you do find that you do not mind playing golf in the rain, the snow, even during a hurricane, here's a valuable tip: Your life is in trouble. Golfers who try to make everything perfect before taking the shot, rarely make the perfect shot. The term "mulligan" is really a contraction of the phrase "maul-it-again." A "gimme" can best be defined as an agreement between two golfers...neither of whom can putt very well. An interesting thing about golf is that no matter how badly you play, it's always possible to get worse. Golf's a hard game to figure. One day you'll go out and slice it and shank it, hit into all the traps and miss every green. The next day you go out and for no reason at all you really stink.

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