April Newsletter

April Newsletter

March winds have not yielded to any early offerings of rain, yet the touch of Mother Nature's hand has provided ample opportunities for recreation. The courses of Pleasanton and Floresville are in excellent shape and are providing golfers with many new challenges and playing experiences. There seems to be a renewed interest in both golf and tennis this season and, thankfully, we have the venues to slate those desires. Please take the time to check the activities at both courses, make tee times if possible and take advantage of all the amenities that both facilities have to offer. We will be offering more activities in the future for all our members and guests. Get out and have some fun! Thanks for your continued support.

PCC Tennis News

League play starts with a slam! The men’s group will commence on Wednesday, April 13th with the women's action to begin on Monday, April 11th at 6:00pm. There will be couples' Tennis action once a month with the first matches starting on Saturday, April 9th. Please sign up at the club house or call Stephanie Jackson @ 210-365-0138. Remember, all skill levels are encouraged and welcomed to participate. It's a great way to have fun and get some much needed exercise. Attention all Tennis Players: due to the renewed interest in Tennis at the club all members and their guests must sign in before they play whether you are here for league or regular play. All guests will pay a $5.00 fee each time they play on the courts. Thank you for your continued support and participation.

PCC Swimming News

The opening of our pool approaches! The first weekend in May will mark the start of the swimming season. The pool will open with lifeguards Memorial Day weekend on Saturday, May 28th. The hours for lifeguards will be noon - 7pm Tuesday - Sunday. The pool is closed on Mondays for maintenance. If you know of anyone who may be interested in being a lifeguard, please have them contact the pro shop for information about applications. All lifeguards must have their current Red Cross certification card. Thank you.

PCC Ladies' & Couples' Golf News

Get excited about Ladies' Golf! Our ladies' golf league, Diamonds in the Rough, will be Wednesday mornings at 9:30am and Wednesday evenings at 5:30pm. Sign up each week for the fun!

Friday night couples' golf is back! It will be every Friday night starting Friday, April 1st - Tee Time 6pm. Each team must have 1 guy and 1 girl - Fun Required. Cost is $10 per couple plus applicable golfing fees. Call to sign up each week. Don't miss out on all the fun!

Gift Cards Available

There is always a good reason for the gift of golf! We now have customized Pleasanton Country Club gift cards available for purchase in the pro shop. They are re-loadable and spending can be tracked online. Whether you need a charitable donation for a good cause, a birthday present, Mother's Day/Father's Day gift, or an easy way to track your junior golfer's spending at the pro shop, these gift cards are a perfect fit!

Aeration on Greens

We will be closed on Monday, April 11th at Pleasanton Country Club for greens aeration. The process will take all day but the course will be back open on Tuesday. Remember, River Bend in Floresville is open 7 days a week and as members you can play 18 holes of golf with a cart for $17.

Course Update

Spring brings out the golfers and hastens the need for quality care and attention at both courses. Here at PCC and River Bend in Floresville there will be increased cultural practices implemented to ready the courses to survive the summer's harsh conditions. We have already aerated the greens at River Bend and will aerate in Pleasanton on the 11th of this month. In the upcoming weeks we will aerate the tee boxes and fairways at both courses as well. We appreciate your continued support and understanding the importance of these sometimes bothersome but much needed projects that have to be accomplished if we wish to have the luxury of year round golf! It would help us out immensely if we all practice the 90 degree rule, double up, and stay as far away from the greens as possible while riding carts. There is no shame in putting sand in those "iron shot divots" from the fairway. Every little bit helps. We don't have to worry about everyone else if we just take care of ourselves! We pride ourselves with the condition of both golf courses and we also take pride in the way our members help keep those conditions great! The weather is more than accommodating so let's get out there and golf!

Carts

All the carts are in and running great! We hope that you will implement two simple rules. First, the 90 degree rule and second, double up in the club carts as much as possible. We really need to make that effort with the club carts as well as with private ones! Thanks.

Our Lady of Grace Scramble

Our Lady of Grace is looking for some golf enthusiasts. The tournament takes place on Sunday, April 10th @ 1:00pm. This tournament benefits Our Lady of Grace Academy. Entry fee for the tournament is $65 for individual or $250 for a team. First place will be $1,000 with second place team winning $750 and third place taking home $500. Please contact Rhonda Hagen @ 210-844-8452 if you would like to participate.

Knights of Columbus Scramble

The Poth Knights of Columbus will host their 4-person golf scramble at Pleasanton Country Club on Sunday the 17th at 1:00pm. Entry fee is $70 per person and includes green fee/cart, 2 Mulligans, door prizes and meal after the tournament. If interested in playing this charity event, please contact

Jim Pruski @ 830-484-2541

Upcoming Events

Pleasanton Country Club Events:

Monday	April 11	6:00pm	Women's Tennis League Begins
Monday	April 11	All Day	Course Closed for Aeration of the Greens
Wednesday	April13	6:00pm	Men's Tennis League Begins
Saturday	April16	8:30am	Defense Contract Mgmt Agency Scramble-32 players (Course Open)
Sunday	April17	1:00pm	Knights of Columbus Scramble-80 players - Contact Jim Pruski @ 830-484-2541 to sign up
Friday	April22	10:00am	Chem Central Golf Scramble-40 players (Course Open)
Saturday	April30	8:00am	SYLO Golf Scramble Somerset-80 players (Course CLOSED until 1:00pm)

River Bend Golf Club Events

Saturday	April16	8:30am	TGA Men’s Golf 42 players (Course Open After 10am)
Saturday	April23	9:00am	Ashley Dix Scramble 50 players (Course Open After 11am)

We try to outline all events at both courses; however, some events are scheduled after the Newsletter goes out. It is always best, on the weekends, to call ahead for available tee times or to find out how the day is shaping up or if there are any events taking place. We wish to accommodate all our members and guests. This will help us accomplish that endeavor. Remember, you now have two courses for your enjoyment. Please try and take advantage of the variety and challenges of both.