August 2008 Newsletter

From the President
This past July was a good month; we had lots of play during the month. The Junior tournament was a big success with numerous golfers coming to play. We also have had a great turnout for the member’s scrambles, so if you haven’t had a chance to meet some other members this is a great opportunity. Other upcoming events include Club Championship, Aug 2 & 3; Pro-member scramble, August 4th; Ladies Chaparral, August 16th & 17th; and the Ladies Horserace is August 24th. Be sure and sign up with Casey at the Pro Shop.

The course looks fantastic; Mikel and his crew continue to do an outstanding job. Big thanks also to Casey and his staff for the professional way they handle the Pro Shop. They do a great job for the members and the guests.

I just want to remind everyone of the upcoming change, the club is going paperless. Please take time to fill out the form and return it to Courtney as soon as possible. This little step will save the club countless hours and a good deal of money throughout the course of the year.

I also want to remind everyone of the upcoming changes in the hours of operation for the swimming pool. The swimming pool will be closed August 25th – 29th. The pool will reopen on August 30th and will close at 7:00pm, September 1st for the reminder of the year.

One last thing I would like to mention is that of home lot sales. We now have the plot maps for several lots overlooking the driving range and the clubhouse area. The lots range in size from 1 acre to nearly 2 acres each. Prices vary depending on size and location of each lot. If you or someone you know is interested, contact either Joe Randal, Casey in the Pro Shop or any board member.

Jerry Neufeld
President – Board of Directors

From the Pro Shop

The Roadrunner Invitational was a huge success this year. I would like to thank everyone who helped me out this year. Thanks to Jimmy Jones, Derek Jones, Stan Price and Mike Duck for their help also. Thanks also to all the members who helped sponsor tee box signs. Without your help, the tournament wouldn’t have been the success that it was. August is filled with activity as usual. Here is a list of all of the events:
August 2nd & 3rd - Canyon Country Club’s Club Championship
August 4th – Pro-Member
August 16th & 17th – Ladies Chaparral
August 24th – Ladies Horserace

Member Scrambles will be held on August 1st, 8th, 14th, 22nd, and 29th.

The Men’s Club Championship will be decided by match play. Players will be flighted by handicap into 8-man flights. Each player is guaranteed to play in two matches (one on Saturday and one on Sunday). A player can lose on Saturday and still compete for the consolation prize. Players winning their Sunday morning matches will play an afternoon match. This format is a lot of fun and I hope to see everyone compete for the Club Championship.

The Ladies Club Championship will be Stroke Play with a gross and net division. Each player will receive their full handicap.
**Reminder for Saturday afternoon – There will be a Shoot-out for anyone interested in playing in it after the Saturday morning matches. This is a fun event for everyone and I hope that everyone hangs around to compete in the Shoot-out.

Pro – Member
My Pro-Member is scheduled for Monday, August 4th. I have 15 professionals lined up to come and play our beautiful golf course. This is a fun event and a good chance to play with the pros from around our area. Cost will be $60 to play (includes cart and lunch). If you are interested please call the golf shop to enter.
Ladies Chaparral
The Ladies Chaparral will be held the weekend of August 16th and 17th. The format will be a partnership with scramble on one day and low ball the second day. There will be a meal served on both days. If you or someone you know would be interested in playing then please call the golf shop to enter.
Ladies Horserace
The Ladies Horserace will be August 24th. Each player will play nine holes in the morning and then compete in a shoot-out in the afternoon. If you would like to play in this event, please call the golf shop.