Golf Event Guide 2019
Welcome to the 2019 National golf season. The Professional Golf Staff has worked diligently to provide a full schedule of tournaments and activities while complementing when the golf course will be in its finest condition. Our golf season is highlighted by our four majors: The Doubler, The White Alloe, The Morning Belle, and the 2019 Club Championship. Please note that the date for The Doubler has changed from its usual August to a new spot in May. The highlighted events are as follows:
The Doubler ............... May 17th, 18th, 19th The White Alloe ......... June 6th, 7th, 8th The Morning Belle ..... August 14th, 15th, 16th Club Championship ... September 14th, 15th
Tournaments are a great way to meet people and test your game. We thank all of you who participate in our member events. Don’t forget to register for all these events at: web.foretees.com/thenationalgolfclub. Our staff is always here to help. Please let us know if there is ever anything we can do to assist you throughout the season. Fairways & Greens,
Kyle Golos, PGA Head Golf Professional
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Get to Know Your Golf Professionals Nicholas Ingram — Director of Golf Hometown: Traverse City, Michigan Favorite Course: Kinglsey Club (Michigan) Equipment Played: Titleist Favorite Player: Tiger Woods
Kyle Golos — Head Golf Professional Hometown: Golden, Colorado Favorite Course: Pacific Dunes (Oregon) Equipment Played: PXG Favorite Player: Arnold Palmer
J.B. Mensendiek — Assistant Golf Professional Hometown: Overland Park, Kansas Favorite Course: Castle Pines Golf Club (Colorado) Equipment Played: TaylorMade, Callaway Favorite Player: Fred Couples
Andy Rumbaugh — Assistant Golf Professional Hometown: Kansas City, Missouri Favorite Course: TPC Sawgrass (Florida) Equipment Played: Callaway Favorite Player: Jason Dufner
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The National Directory The National Clubhouse Information or reservations: 816.746.0200 concierge@thenationalgolfclub.com Golf Shop 816.741.0634 Steve Shrawder Club President 816.505.4250; steves@thenationalgolfclub.com
Nic Ingram PGA Director of Golf 816.505.4251; nicholasi@thenationalgolfclub.com Kyle Golos PGA Head Golf Professional 303.808.0869; kyleg@thenationalgolfclub.com Rebecca Gleason Club Administrator 816.746.0200, ext. 147; rebeccag@thenationalgolfclub.com Spencer Roberts Director of Golf Course Maintenance 816.505.4262; spencerr@fivestarlifestyles.com John Geiger Executive Director of Food & Beverage 816.918.4219; johng@fivestarlifestyles.com Jack Meyers Assistant Director of Food & Beverage 816.746.0200, ext. 137; jackm@thenationalgolfclub.com Denise Mahon Senior Sales & Event Planner 816.746.0200, ext. 111; denisem@thenationalgolfclub.com Andrew (Drew) Tanner Director of Fitness 816.505.4254; andrewt@thenationalgolfclub.com Carolina Mayorga-Perry Tennis Professional 816.550.0475; carolinam@thenationalgolfclub.com Beth Jackson Licensed Massage Therapist 816.746.0200, ext. 195; bethj@thenationalgolfclub.com 5
2019 Calendar
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Golf Course Closed for Aeration
March 11th - 12th
KCGA Rules Seminar
March 14th (5:00 pm)
First Friday Half-Price Guest Day
April 5th
Demo Day
April 6th (11:00 am - 3:00 pm)
Masters Shotgun
April 13th
Summer Sports Extravaganza
April 14th (2:00 pm - 4:00 pm)
LGA Opening Day
April 16th
MGA Opening Day
April 24th
Spring Member/Guest
April 27th
First Friday Half-Price Guest Day
May 3rd
Match Play Begins
May 14th
The Doubler
May 17th - 19th
Couples Golf
May 24th
PXG Fitting Day
May 25th (11:00 am - 3:00 pm)
The White Alloe
June 6th - 8th
Couples Golf
June 28th
July 4th Shotgun
July 4th
First Friday Half-Price Guest Day
July 5th
PXG Fitting Day
July 6th (11:00 am - 3:00 pm)
Summer Member/Guest
July 13th
Couples Golf
July 19th
Parent/Junior Golf Tournament
July 21st
2019 Calendar First Friday Half-Price Guest Day
August 2nd
The Melee
August 3rd
The Morning Belle
August 14th - 16th
Family Golf
August 18th
Course Closed - Aeration
August 19th - 20th
Couples Night Golf
August 30th
First Friday Half-Price Guest Day
September 6th
PXG Fitting Day
September 7th (11:00 am - 3:00 pm)
Ladies Club Championship
September 10th - 11th
Men’s Club Championship
September 14th - 15th
First Friday Half-Price Guest Day
October 4th
The Watson Cup
October 4th - 5th
Fall Hangover
October 19th
First Friday Half-Price Guest Day
November 1st
Veterans Day Tournament
November 11th
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Starting Times First Starting Time: 1/1 - 4/19 Weekdays: 9:00 am 4/20 - 5/24 Weekdays: 8:00 am 5/25 - 9/6 Weekdays: 8:00 am 9/7 - 10/27 Weekdays: 8:00 am 10/28 - 12/31 Weekdays: 9:00 am
Weekends: 9:00 am Weekends: 8:00 am Weekends: 7:00 am
Weekends: 8:00 am Weekends: 9:00 am
Booking Starting Times: Starting times are available ten (10) days out. If you are reserving through ForeTees, the tee sheet will open at 5:00 am, 10 days prior. Each member may book one tee time online. However, members may book up to three times in a row by calling the Golf Shop. Golf Shop: Golf Shop will open 60 minutes prior to the first tee time and will remain open until all golfers are off the course. Practice Facility: Practice Facility will open 45 minutes prior to the first tee time and close 60 minutes before sunset.
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Member Rewards Cost: $200 per membership Details: By joining the Member Rewards Program you are entitled to:
$200 in Golf Shop credit 10% off clubs, gloves and golf balls 20% off clothing One-time clothing purchase with 40% discount. NO LIMIT to w h at you can buy!
Please see one of our Professional Golf Staff members if you would like to join the Member Rewards Program.
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Multi-Vendor Demo Day Saturday, April 6th 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
PXG Fitting Days On the following dates from 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
April 6th May 25th July 6th September 7th
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Masters Shotgun Saturday, April 13th
Format: Your net score combined with Saturday’s score of any professional at the Masters. Please register through ForeTees. Time: 9:00 am Shotgun Tees: Men — Kintyre Tees Women — White Tees Handicap: 100% of each player’s handicap will be used. Entry Fee: $25 per player plus applicable cart fees Entry fee will cover winner’s payout and breakfast
Open Play: Open play will be available upon the conclusion of the Shotgun.
Summer Sports Extravaganza Sunday, April 14th
Time: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Information: Come out and get your juniors signed up for summer programs in Golf, Tennis and Pickleball.
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One-Day Member/Guest Time: 9:00 am Shotgun Dates: April 27th July 13th Tees: Men — Kintyre Tees Women — White Tees Format: Invite up to three (3) guests or team up with another member plus their guests to form a team of four (4). Twosomes will be paired by the Professional Golf Staff. Entry Fee: Members — $30 plus carts Guests — $80 plus carts Open Play: Open play will be available upon the conclusion of the Shotgun.
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Match Play Time: Matches begin Tuesday, May 14th Format: Match Play — please register through ForeTees. Divisions:* Men’s Gross — Watson Tees Men’s Team Gross — Watson Tees Men’s Net — Kintyre Combo Tees Men’s Team Net — Kintyre Combo Tees Men’s Senior Gross — Champion Tees Ladies’ Net — Forward Tees Ladies’ Team Net — Forward Tees *Players 65 & 0ver may move up one tee box with adjusted handicap
Entry Fee: $30 per player per division
Matches: All players must schedule their own matches; these matches may not take place during any other Club event. Deadlines for all matches will be set once the field is finalized. Matches not completed by the deadline will be determined by a coin flip. Prizes: Golf Shop credit will be awarded for the top places as well as trophies for 1st place.
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The Doubler
Friday, May 17th - Sunday, May 19th Time: Friday: Saturday: Sunday:
5:30 pm Shotgun — 9 Holes 9:00 am Shotgun — 18 Holes 9:00 am Shotgun — 18 Holes with Shootout
Format: Member/member teams; cannot be mixed gender teams. Please register through ForeTees. Entry Fee: $150 per player to include 45 holes of golf, tee gift, food, beverage and prizes. Applicable cart fees apply. Food & Beverage: Entry fee includes appetizers on Friday night as well as breakfast and lunch on both Saturday and Sunday. Prizes: The Grand Champions of the Horserace and winners of each flight will receive trophies and Golf Shop credit.
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The White Alloe
Thursday, June 6th - Saturday, June 8th Format: Round Robin Better Ball of Partners Match Play. Each two-person team will play five (5) 9-hole matches against the other teams within their flight. Tees: Tees will vary depending on team handicap. Handicap: The June 1st handicap update will be used. Two (2) shots will not be given on a hole, regardless of handicap. Entry Fee: $1,200 per team to include three rounds of golf, cart, tee gift, breakfast, lunches, dinners, all beverages, prizes and much more. Registration: Register on ForeTees by April 1st. If there are more than 60 teams that are registered for the event, a lottery will be held to determine the field. The lottery will be weighted by the number of years of Club membership. Past Champions (members only) are automatically in the event. Defending Champions: Ryan Collins and Jerry Horton
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Fourth of July Shotgun Thursday, July 4th
Format: Individual Gross and Net Skins Members may form their own pairing. Register on ForeTees and please notify the Golf Shop of any pairing requests by July 1st. Time: 9:00 am Shotgun Tees: Men — Kintyre Tees Women — White Tees Guests: Guests are welcome to play at a discounted rate of $75 per player. Entry Fee: $25 per player plus applicable cart fees. Breakfast is included and will be served before the Shotgun. Gross and Net Skins will be awarded with Golf Shop credit. Open Play: Open play will be available upon the conclusion of the Shotgun.
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Couples Golf Format: 9-Hole Four (4) Person Scramble Please register through ForeTees. Time: 5:30 pm Shotgun Tees: Men — Kintyre Tees Ladies — White Tees Entry Fee: Members — $60 per couple plus carts Guests — $85 per couple plus carts Fee includes golf, awards and dinner upon the conclusion of play. Night Golf will be $125 per couple Dates: Friday, May 24th Friday, June 28th Friday, July 19th Friday, August 30th (Night Golf)
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Junior Club Championship Wednesday, August 7th
Format: Individual Stroke Play Time: Tee times starting at 8:30 am at The Deuce Divisions: 9 and Under / Boys & Girls: 4 Holes 10 and 11 / Boys & Girls: 7 Holes 12-14 / Boys & Girls: 7 Holes 15-17 / Boys & Girls: 9 Holes Entry Fee: $15 per Junior A cookout is included for participants after their round is complete. Family members are welcome to join for an additional fee. Prizes: Trophies will be awarded to 1st and 2nd place in each division for both boys and girls. Register: Please call the Golf Shop: 816-741-0634
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The Morning Belle
Wednesday, August 14th - Friday, August 16th Format: TBD Time: Wednesday: Practice Round Thursday: 9:00 am Shotgun Round 1 Friday: 9:00 am Shotgun Round 2 Tees: White Tees Handicap: 100% of handicap index updated August 1st Information: This is the premier ladies member/guest event of the season, sponsored by the LGA. In addition to three (3) rounds of golf, the event will also include:
Closest-to-the-Pin Contests Horserace Skins Chip in Pot Raffle Please contact Susie Probst for more information or to register: susieq3991@gmail.com
Open Play: Open play will be limited Wednesday morning and Friday after the Shotgun. The course will be closed Thursday, August 15th.
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Parent/Junior Tournament Sunday, July 21st
Time: 1:00 am Shotgun Format: 18-Hole Two (2) Person Scramble Please register through ForeTees. Entry Fee (per per son): 14 and over: $35; 13 & under: $25 Family Dinner Buffet is included Eligibility: Children must be 17 or younger
Family Golf Tournament Sunday, August 18th
Time: 3:00 pm Shotgun Format: 9-Hole Scramble Please register through ForeTees. . Entry Fee (per person): 14 and over: $35; 13 & under: $25 Family Dinner Buffet is included Eligibility: Children must be 17 or younger
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The Melee
(The National vs. The Deuce) Saturday, August 3rd 27-Hole Event
Format: Two 2-person teams National: Scramble/Shamble Deuce (Front 9): Best Ball
Time: 9:00 am Shotgun Tees: Men — Kintyre Tees Women — White Tees Handicap: Different handicap % for each format Entry Fee: $30 per player plus applicable cart fees Includes breakfast Open Play: Open play will be available after the players in the event clear the first tee.
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Men’s Club Championship Saturday, September 14th - Sunday, September 15th Format: Individual Stroke Play for 36 holes Please register through ForeTees. Time: Tee times starting at 8:00 am both days Divisions: Men’s Gross — Watson Tees Men’s Net — Kintyre Combo Tees Men’s Senior Gross — Champion Tees Men’s Senior Net — Member Tees Handicap: Net players will use the September 1st update Entry Fee: $30 per player Open Play: Open play will be available following the tournament tee times.
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Ladies’ Club Championship Tuesday, September 10th - Wednesday, September 11th Format: Individual Stroke Play for 36 holes Please register through ForeTees.
Time: Tee times starting at 9:00 am each day Tee: White Tees Handicap: Players will use the September 1st update Entry Fee: $30 per player Open Play: Open play will be available following the tournament tee times.
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The Watson Cup
Friday, October 4th - Saturday, October 5th Format: Loch Lloyd — Better Ball Deuce — Alternate Shot National — Singles Time: Friday, October 4th: Loch Lloyd at 1:00 pm Saturday, October 5th: Deuce at 8:30 am National at 1:30 pm Teams and Tees: 2 Golf Professionals, 6 Scratch, 8 Net, 4 Senior Net Qualifying: Winners of the 2019 White Alloe and the 2019 Club Championship Flights are prequalified Entry Fee: $125 per player Includes golf and carts, 2 team shirts and hat PLUS ... Day 1 — Dinner Day 2 — Breakfast, Lunch, Hors d’ Oeuvres and Beer
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Little Linksters Time: 9:00 am and 10:00 am Dates: Session I June 11th, June 18th, June 25th and July 2nd Session II July 9th, July 16th, July 23rd and July 30th Ages: Juniors ages 4 to 7 Entry Fee: $75 per Junior Information: The Little Linksters is available for junior golfers from ages 4 to 7 years old and is a great introduction to the game of golf. This program is geared to be FUN and will utilize the SNAGÂŽ system of golf to teach solid fundamentals and etiquette. Two sessions are offered with classes meeting each Tuesday for 45 minutes. Register: Email Kyle Golos at kyleg@thenationalgolfclub.com
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Wednesday Juniors Time: Class I: Class II: Class III: Dates: June 12th: June 26th: July 10th: July 24th:
8:00 am - 10:00 am 9:00 am - 11:00 am 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Deuce Deuce Deuce National
June 19th: July 3rd: July 17th: July 31st:
National National National Deuce
Ages: Juniors ages 8 to 17 Entry Fee: $200 per Junior Juniors will need their own clubs Information: Our popular Wednesday morning program is back and better than ever! New learning formats and methods will help the kids develop their skills and have more fun. Register: Email Kyle Golos at kyleg@thenationalgolfclub.com
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Junior Elite Team Dates: Practice Eight Tuesday mornings between June 11th and July 30th from 11:00 am to 12:00 pm Matches The Junior Elite Team will compete in junior events throughout the Kansas City area. Ages: Competitive Juniors ages 15 and under Entry Fee: $400 per Junior Information: The National Junior Elite Team is a great way to introduce your child to competitive golf. We will meet on Tuesday mornings for practice and will also have multiple events of their choosing to participate in. Each team member will also receive two (60minute) private lessons. Register: Email Kyle Golos at kyleg@thenationalgolfclub.com
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Private Instructional Rates Nicholas Ingram, PGA Director of Golf and Ky le Golos, PGA Head Golf Professional Half-Hour Lesson: $50 Hour Lesson: $80 Junior* Half-Hour Lesson: $30 Junior* Hour Lesson: $60 2-Hour Playing Lesson: $100 3-Hour Lesson: $200 5-Hour Lesson plus Playing Lesson: $320
J.B Mensendiek, PGA Golf Professional and Andy Rumbaugh, Golf Professional
Half-Hour Lesson: $40 Hour Lesson: $60 Junior* Half-Hour Lesson: $30 Junior* Hour Lesson: $45 2-Hour Playing Lesson: $75 3-Hour Lesson: $150 5-Hour Lesson plus Playing Lesson: $240
*Junior is age 17 and under
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Ladies’ Clinics Time: 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm or 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Dates: Ladies’ Clinics are held Tuesday evenings on the following dates:
May 14th & 21st June 11th & 25th July 9th & 23rd August 6th & 27th Entry Fee: $30 per session Information: This is a great way to learn the game of golf in an unintimidating setting with other ladies. Clinic Details:
All skill levels are welcome Focus on fundamentals, rules and course management Emphasis on the basics of the golf swing Camaraderie with other female golfers Limited spots are available each week
Register: Please register through ForeTees.
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Ladies’ Golf Association Time: Tuesday mornings 9:00 am in April, May, September, October 8:30 am in June, July, August Information: Please contact Doris McBride mcbridej42@yahoo.com
Men’s Golf Association Time: Wednesday evenings at 5:30 pm between April and September Information: Please contact J.B. Mensendiek jbmensendiek@thenationalgolfclub.com
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2018 Hole-In-Ones Terry Younghanz March 21st #6 Doug Ham June 6th #16 Dan Heckman July 27th #6 Jim Probst October 21st #6
Club Champions David Hopper Trish Herzog
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