The Place to Be - November / December 2022

RONALD J. CASTRO JR.

Greetings, Fellow Members:

The new season is here! For most of us, it’s the beginning of our favorite time of year, highlighted by the end of our annual summer beatdown which ends right around Halloween. We finally made it through another summer and can enjoy all the amazing amenities our club has to offer for a glorious eight months before summer returns. While the kick-off of our new season is celebrated with our Welcome Back Soiree and the Schwab Cup Championship, it’s also a season of gratitude beginning with honoring our veterans and ascending into Thanksgiving, the holidays, and New Year’s Day.

But gratitude can be cursory and abandoned easily. There’s no doubt that there are occasions when I take everything our club has to offer for granted. After all, I’m drawn here to play games and compete against others. But unlike games of chance, the games we play require the mastery of physical and mental skills rather than hurling defiance against the odds. Mentally, our assured intent is to play impeccably, whether it’s being dealt all 13 cards of the same suit in bridge, rolling double sixes in dice, breaking par in golf, or winning straight sets in tennis. When confronted with either a minor setback or a colossal drubbing, our confidence can contort into recklessness, haste, tension, or even anger. It’s a recipe for a personal dumpster fire and far from the grace under pressure we strive to emulate. Ever witness anyone throw a club, flip a table, or break a racquet? Gratitude isn’t remotely present.

In 1920, Bobby Jones wrote “It would seem that if a person has hit a golf ball correctly a thousand times, they should be able to duplicate the performance almost at will, but such is certainly not the case”. Jones is right. When our expectations exceed our capabilities, our dumpster fire moments are precisely when a dose of gratitude is most valuable. Rather than being a mental prisoner of our imperfections, changing our mindsets to gratitude can get us back on the rails. It doesn’t matter if we’re grateful for the beautiful day, or the physical ability to play & compete, or the camaraderie of our fellow competitors. Fighting the game is silly. Surrendering to the river is far easier than trying to steer it. Roll like a river, fall like rain.

PHOENIX CC PRESIDENT

Similarly, during a time when our planet is permeated with adversity, negativity, and uncertainty, we have a lot to be grateful for here at our club. By no means is our club impeccable, but like our approach to playing games, the intent is. There are a lot of smart people here who are trying to make it a better place and striving to deliver value to our membership experience. I’m grateful to be a member and I include the club whenever I count my blessings. I’m equally grateful for our member volunteers who serve to improve our club and preserve our vision, traditions, and values. I’m also grateful for all our fantastic members who collectively make this place a fun and vibrant community, conveying a sense of belonging for all. And I’m grateful for our incredible staff who come here each day with the intent to serve our membership impeccably and deliver a world class country club experience. Roll like a river, fall like rain. Now, let’s press the bet!

Happy Thanksgiving, Ronny Castro

Dear Members,

WELCOME BACK! Hope you were able to join us for our Annual Welcome Back party! Great to have most all of our membership back on campus and ready for an amazing season!

2023 – 2024 Platinum Clubs of America

Congratulations again to Phoenix Country Club for being voted as one of the top 150 County Clubs in the country for 2023-24 by Platinum Club of America. Below is the note from Platinum Clubs of America letting us know of our award! Thank you to the Board, our amazing staff and most importantly our entire membership!

The 2023-24 Platinum Clubs of America results have been certified as true and correct, following a very successful election. General Managers, COOs, and CEOs were joined by Club Presidents, Commodores, and Owners who registered to vote this year in record numbers. Congratulations are most deserving, as your Club has been recognized as a 2023-24 Platinum Club of America. We hope that this honor will be shared and celebrated with Leadership and your Club's most important asset, your dedicated Staff.

The Platinum Class of 2023-24, which comprises Golf Clubs, Country Clubs, City Clubs, Athletic Clubs, and Yacht Clubs, can be justly proud of being awarded Platinum status. The results demonstrate a very closely contested election in each category, with many new Clubs, awarded a Platinum distinction. Clubs within five points of being elected are recognized with an Honorable Mention.

Platinum Clubs of America, demonstrate an absolute commitment to Excellence, Best Practices, and the Seven Selection Criteria, as approved by the Club Leaders Forum Advisory Board. We salute your Leadership, Management, Department Heads, and Staff who work tirelessly to enhance the Member experience. Your Board should also be congratulated for their passion and commitment to serve the Club, providing insight and wisdom while exercising fiscal responsibility.

40 YEARS

Congratulations Colleen Dietz for delivering 40 years of impeccable service to Phoenix CC. Thanks to all that helped us recognize her dedication. Maybe we’ll be fortunate enough to get another 40 years with her!

We hope you can join us for the Charles Schwab Cup Championship right here at your very own Phoenix CC. Come enjoy the two complimentary tickets that are available to your membership each day of the event (November 10-13). As well, a great viewing pavilion on the 15th green along with private membership access to the President’s room and patio.

Again, WELCOME BACK to all… We are looking forward to an unforgettable season with you!

Dan Budizus General Manager/Chief Operating Manager

PAUL GRIFFIN

Dear Member,

It’s that time of year again where the course looks great and we realize why we all live in Phoenix. The weather is starting to cool down and there is a buzz around the club again.

In November we will host the Charles Schwab Cup Finals for the 6th year. We hope to see everyone out here supporting the club and watching the best in the world show us how it’s done. Once we reopen the course on Tuesday, November 15th we will look forward to a busy season ahead with lots of fun tournaments.

Here is a list of all our tournaments and the sign up-dates for the season ahead.

GOLF

Prior to the Schwab Cup the course will be open for member only shotgun and play during the week. Here is a run down of the schedule. Each member only shotguns will be available for sign up one week prior either through Foretees, Phoenix CC website or by calling the shop directly.

Here is a schedule of events for the 10 days we are back prior to the Schwab Cup.

October 28th – 12:30 p.m. Member Only Shotgun

October 29th – 8:30 a.m. Member Only Shotgun

October 30th – 8:30 a.m. Member Only Shotgun

October 31st – Closed

November 1st – Tee Open 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

November 2nd – WGA Opening Day 9 a.m. Shotgun (Course Closed After)

November 3rd – Tee Open 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

November 4th - Men’s Opening Day Tournament 12:30 p.m. Shotgun (Course Closed Prior)

November 5th – 8:30 a.m. Member Only Shotgun

November 6th – 8:30 a.m. Member Only Shotgun

As most of you know we encourage you to use the foretees app when registering for tournaments. If you have any issues or aren’t comfortable with the app then please stop into the shop and we will show you how to best use this technology for the upcoming season.

Pro’s Tip: While learning to grip the club may seem boring it is crucial to making a good golf swing. Practice lifting the club with your index finger and heal pad of your lead hand. This will make sure that the club is in the proper position to hinge the club properly on the backswing.

GOLF BASIC RULES OF ETIQUETTE & CONDUCT

GOLF ATTIRE FOR MEN

Any questionable golf attire is at the discretion of the Golf Pro

Golfers shall wear appropriate footwear. Men shall wear collared sport shirts and slacks or mid-thigh length golf shorts at all times. Tennis or jogging shorts, or denim pants or shorts (including jeans) are not permitted.

Shirts: mock turtlenecks are permitted.

Hats: Hats must be worn bill forward.

Shorts: Shorts shall be kept neat and pressed at all times, and must be in good taste.

Shorts and pants must be worn at the crest of the hip. Cotton cargo shorts are not permitted.

String-tied or elastic support wear, such as basketball apparel, is not permitted.

SHIRTS MUST BE TUCKED IN AT ALL TIMES

GOLF ATTIRE FOR WOMEN

Proper golf attire includes any clothing specifically designed for golf and similar to products sold in the Golf Shop.

Golf dresses, mid-thigh length skirts/skorts, slacks, mid-thigh length shorts, collared shirts and blouses are considered appropriate attire.

All sleeveless attire must include a collar.

Proper attire on the golf course does not include halter tops, t-shirts, cut-offs, sweat pants, work out pants, leggings, warm-up suits, jeans, swim wear, short shorts, tennis skorts or other athletic shorts

GENERAL RULES

Each person who uses the golf course is responsible to make a round of golf at the Club a pleasant experience for everyone. Golf is a game for ladies and gentlemen where courtesy and golf etiquette should always be observed. The following are examples of inappropriate conduct subject to possible penalty/consequence: failing to comply with or follow any of the Club Rules relating to use of the golf course; throwing clubs; intentionally hitting over driving range fence from the practice tee; slow play; excessively loud discussions or music that interrupts another player's concentration.

The Golf Shop staff and Course Superintendent are charged with the responsibility of calling an infraction of Rules to the attention of golfers. Violations of Rules will be reported to the Management and/or Board of Directors for appropriate disciplinary action

Players shall replace divots, repair ball marks, rake bunkers, observe golf cart rules and assist the Club in maintaining the condition of the course.

DINING BASIC RULES OF ETIQUETTE & CONDUCT

CLUBHOUSE ATTIRE

Hats and caps must be removed in the 1899 and all other indoor dining areas except the Men's. Tee shirts, denim shorts, cotton cargo or carpenter shorts, fitness attire, jogging suits and sweat-suits are not proper attire for men.

GOLDWATER GRILL ATTIRE

Teenagers (13 years and older) and Adults shall wear appropriate cover-ups and/or tee shirts. Bare feet are not allowed inside the Grill.

SOCIAL ATTIRE

Dining and social events at the Club vary in format and sometimes the attire will be specified. If not specified, male members and guests shall wear collared shirts, turtlenecks or mock turtlenecks. Tee shirts, denim shorts, cotton cargo or carpenter shorts, jogging suits and sweat-suits are not proper attire for men. No bare feet. Leather sandals are acceptable. Rubber flip flops are prohibited. Golf Shorts and denim pants (including blue jeans) are permitted unless otherwise specified.

If not specified, female members and guests shall wear skirts or slacks. Halters, tank tops, tee shirts, shirts that expose a bare midriff, denim shorts, jogging attire, biking shorts and spandex clothing are prohibited.

If attire is specified for an event, please observe the specified dress code, and inform your guests of the stipulated attire.

GENERAL RULES

Alcoholic Beverages

The Club staff shall follow Arizona laws concerning the sale of alcoholic beverages. The staff will assist in having any Member, dependent or guest who has been drinking heavily escorted from the Club, by a family member or other appropriate means.

Smoking Policy

In accordance with the Arizona law, smoking is permissible outside the building, 20 paces away from any window or door.

Children

Parents are responsible for their children and their children's conduct while at the Club. Children should be dressed appropriately and are not permitted to wear tee shirts with the exception where notated. While dining, parents must ensure that children do not engage in conduct that detracts from other Members' or guests' enjoyment of the dining experience.

’ORANGE

ROASTED BUTTERNUT SQUASH RISOTTO INGREDIENTS

6 lb butternut squash

4 cups chicken broth

2 shallots small Dice

1 Medium Onion Small Dice

2 tablespoon unsalted butter

1/2 teaspoon ground cumin

3 cups finely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano

2 teaspoon salt

¼ cup chopped fresh sage

½ cup of cream

Happy Fall to you all!

As our busy season begins with our fantastic Phoenix weather; we have many exciting events coming up.

Our new menu items have been well received. Don’t forget to give one a try in addition to our daily specials. Look for another change in January. We are open for Wednesday night dining in addition to Thursday and Friday. Letting us know you’re coming by making a reservation for any time of day (especially larger parties) helps us in a multitude of ways!

Hope to see you at the club!

SAVE THE DATE

Wednesday, November 2nd: WGA Opening Day

Friday, November 4th: Men’s Opening Day

November 10th-13th: Charles Schwab Cup Championship

Thursday, November 24th: Thanksgiving dinner & TO-GO

Wednesday, November 30th: Annual Tree Lighting

December 1st-3rd: Member Member Men’s Tournament

Monday, December 5th: Cooking Class

Saturday, December 10th: Yellowstone Holiday Party (Adults only)

Sunday, December 18th: Santa Brunch

Saturday, December 31st: NYE A La Carte Dining

FRIDAY FAMILY NIGHT MENUS

Friday, November 4th: Carne Asada

Friday, November 18th: Asian Wok

Friday, November 25th: A La Carte

Friday, December 2nd: BBQ Brisket

Friday, December 9th: Pasta

Friday, December 16th: A La Carte

Friday, December 23rd: Prime Rib

Friday, December 30th: Pre-NYE-Family

PCC Tennis and Pickleball players.

It has been a great start to the season which was kicked off by the Tennis and Pickleball Season opener along with the annual Kelly Michael and Bobby Kelly House party which we are very grateful to them both for hosting. The season is fully underway, and I have not seen the courts this busy in my 8 years here. Both Tennis and Pickleball players have taken full advantage of our wonderful facility.

I would like to welcome Katarina Adamovic to the Coaching staff as a part time Professional. Kat had an amazing College playing career, followed by a professional career on the WTA tour in both singles and Doubles and is now Head Coach of the Ladies team at GCU. If you would like to book a lesson with Kat please text her on 513 417 6302.

More good news on the staffing front is that Sneha Ganan has recently passed her USPTA coaching certification at the Professional level. This is a huge achievement for her and a great bonus for the club so congratulations Sneha.

The Highlight of the last month at the club has to be the Junior Matchplays on Fridays at 4pm which now includes juniors from ACC. On our first Friday of the season we had 16 juniors from PCC and 16 from ACC all playing against each other. This was great to see and great for our juniors to compete against players from another club. We will be hosting ACC the first Friday of every month and they will be hosting us the second Friday of each month. My plan is to include PVCC juniors in January.

Going forward we have the Junior Club Championships on December 3rd, The Ladies Holiday Classic on December 9th and the first Pickleball mixer with the resurfaced courts on January 12th.

January 2023 will bring us 2 new events in the Tennis calendar. January 7th will be the first Member/ Member Doubles tournament. For this tournament there will be an A and a B division. Each Division will consist of Ladies, Men’s and Mixed Doubles teams who will all compete against each other. Please make sure to find a partner and sign up, making this event a huge success. Thank you. Also added to the calendar is Tournament 101 on January 28Th . This will be a Tennis doubles Tournament for members only who have not competed in a tournament or mixer before. I’m expecting all my 101 and 201 groups to join this one and also a few new faces that might not have picked up a racket since high school.

Here is to a great fall and winter and I look forward to seeing you on the court soon.

TENNIS BASIC RULES OF ETIQUETTE & CONDUCT

TENNIS & PICKLEBALL DRESS MEN AND WOMEN

Compliance with the Club dress code by all Members supports the tradition, decorum and dignity of our Club and the dress code applies to the entire Club property from the time of your arrival. Members must ensure that their family and guests are dressed appropriately. Guests, in particular, should be advised of the Club dress code before they arrive at the Club.

Proper tennis attire as determined by the Tennis Committee is required at all times.

Colors are permitted but cut-offs, Bermuda shorts, jams, bathing suits, gym shorts, tee shirts, (shirts without a collar other than crewnecks), slacks (other than traditional tennis slacks), running shorts or other jogging attire, tank tops, denim shorts, biking shorts are not permitted.

Regulation tennis shoes are required. (Basketballshoes, running shoes, etc. are not allowed.)

Any questionable tennis attire is at the discretion of the Director of Tennis or the Tennis Pro(s).

GENERAL RULES

All players shall wear tennis shoes on the court and proper attire in conformity with current practices as established by the USTA and Section 1 of these Rules.

Male Members must wear tennis appropriate shirts in the court areas at all times. No sleeveless shirts are allowed.

Infants and children under the age of 12 are not permitted in the court areas and surrounding walkways without adult supervision.

Children are encouraged to participate in the tennis program and are expected to observe the adopted rules as instructed by the Tennis Professional staff.

Players shall keep the courts clean of any non-game items. Food is not permitted on the courts. Players should report any spilled beverages other than water on the courts immediately.

Any player who is not a Club Member with tennis privileges shall: be a guest of a Club Member with tennis privileges or a member of such Club Member's immediate family; and be accompanied by a Member, or have a guest card obtained by a Member.

The Member must register each guest with the Tennis Pro Shop before playing.

SUZY WILKE Fitness Director swilke@phoenixcountryclub.com

Schwab Cup

As you all know, the clubhouse will be closed Monday, November 7th – Sunday, November 13th. The Fitness Center re-opens at 4:30am Monday, November 14.

During the closure, members have two options: Arizona Country Club: Monday-Friday, 10a-3p and 5-9p. Saturday/Sunday 6a-7p. Lifetime Fitness Biltmore: No Restrictions

Starting Soon!

Yoga Flow Wednesdays at 5:45pm. First class November 16 Mat Pilates Saturdays at 9:30am. First class November 19.

Meet our newest team member, Alexis Winn.

From Phoenix, Arizona, Alexis is the newest addition to the Fitness Center on weekday afternoons. Growing up, she always enjoyed physical activity and trying new things. From football to dance to Olympic Lifting (a current favorite), there has always been something around to keep her active. She is constantly learning new things in the fitness world and constantly trying to improve herself as an athlete and coach. Specializing in mobility, functional training, and nutrition, Alexis will be offering 1:1 personal training as well as nutrition counseling. Alexis is currently earning her Associate’s in Exercise Science from South Mountain Community College and spends her free time training for CrossFit competitions and catching up on sleep.

You will find Alexis in the Fitness Center Monday-Friday, 3-7pm.

FITNESS BASIC RULES OF ETIQUETTE & CONDUCT

FITNESS ATTIRE FOR MEN & WOMEN

Any questionable fitness attire is at the discretion of the Fitness Center

Users of the Fitness Center shall wear appropriate shoes and clothing. Sandals,flip-flops, bathing suits, jeans and similar apparel are not permitted. Men shall wear shirts at all times. Hats must be worn forward Jacuzzi/Steam Room

GENERAL RULES

Children under the age of 12 are not allowed use of the Jacuzzi in the locker rooms.

Children between the ages of 12 and 17 must be accompanied by a parent or grandparent.

Children in the Fitness Center

A Member's son or daughter who is at least 14 years old may use the Fitness Center after being instructed by Fitness Center staff.

Children shall observe the adopted rules.

Children can work out at 10 with parent, with an approved Firebird card.

Children can work out at 12 without parent, with an approved Firebird card.

Guest Policy in the Fitness Center

Any individual using the Fitness Center who is not a Club Member shall:

Be a guest of a Club member with Fitness Center privileges or a Member of such Club Member's immediate family; and Be accompanied by a Member or have a guest card obtained by a member.

The Member must register each guest with the Fitness Center staff before working out. The then current Member-Guest Fee will be charged to the Member's account

A Member shall accompany all guests in the Fitness Center.

Hello All,

I hope you are well and preparing for a safe and memorable Holiday Season.

Please remember the pool is open all year long with the main pool being heated to a comfortable 83 degrees.

The aquatic facility will close November 6th at 2:00 PM thru November 13th for the Schwab Cup Tournament.

Reciprocals are in place for lap swimmers at Arizona and Paradise Valley CC. Please contact Kevin for details.

Below are some upcoming pool and youth events:

Children’s Winter Swim Team begins November 15th. Practices are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 4:00-4:45 PM. No Practices November 24th, Great way for children to stay up on their conditioning and stroke mechanics.

Thanksgiving Hours: Pool- Regular hours 5:00am-8:00PM Goldwater Grill- Closed Firebird Nest- Closed

Christmas Hours: Christmas Eve-Club closes 3:00 PM Christmas Day- Club closed

November 25th- Black Friday Camp

November 26th - Pool Polar Express Party

December 19th- 30th- Winter Break Camp

December 31st- Pool Polar Plunge!

You may register online

All additional programming information is listed on the Club’s Website. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving, Christmas and New year!

Hi everyone!

It’s been a fun few months of beginning my involvement within the Youth Activities Program, and for sure Family Nights have been a highlight! We’ve done crafts, played outside, and we’re just having fun with different themes each Friday. With the new year approaching, I am hoping to keep up that same energy each Friday with new fun activities for the kids to do after dinner.

The Firebirds Nest remodel is coming together so nicely! With the finishing touches being added, we want to make everyone aware of some Firebird Nest schedule changes that will be coming up:

Due to the Schwab Cup, The Firebird Nest will be closed starting at 2pm on November 5th and will reopen November 15th at 8am. For Thanksgiving, the Firebird Nest will be closing at 12pm on November 23rd and will reopen November 25th for extended hours from 8am -2pm.

The Firebird program has also been an area of focus for me. I’m trying to get more of those Firebird Card Holders involved in activities and events that are exclusively for them. If any Firebirds have suggestions on what they want to see or do within the program, please do not hesitate to reach out to me!

Be on the lookout for some fun upcoming events!

The Black Friday Camp on November 25th The Polar Express Pajama Night on November 26th And other Firebird Only Events coming soon!

Please reach out to me if you have any ideas or suggestions to continues to build the Youth Activities Program!

Welcome November! First, I want to give a big welcome to the Club's newest members, we are excited to welcome them to the Phoenix Country Club Family! November is a month where we gather, share laughs and give thanks for our community, family and friends. For Phoenix Country Club this month also brings the opportunity to share your club's comradery and what you get to experience every day, with thousands of visitors and millions of viewers during the Charles Schwab Championship Event.

The best person to share the Club's energy is a Member!! We are once again asking Members to be our Ambassadors. “ASK ME I am a Member” buttons will be available for you to wear, you may pick up a button at the Clubhouse Reception Desk or Member check in at the President's Room. This year we are engaging even more with our guests; we will have table displays located in each the Corporate tents promoting Membership. In addition we are promoting a daily social media contest asking for guests to post their experience at the event by tagging us and we will be choosing a daily prize winner!

Snap. Share. Win!

This also is an amazing platform for you as a Member to really share and showcase the Member experience with the world by using social media! Below are the ways you can share your club!

Find us on Instagram, Facebook and Twitter - @phxcountryclub

We are the best kept secret in Phoenix and need you to help us continue the tradition of sharing why we are The Place

Be!!

Looking forward to seeing your smiles with great friends this month on our social media

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

ACTIVE CERTIFICATE-WAITLIST

Teryl and Tina Austin

Sponsors: Rick Baker & Drew Melton

Sports James B and Heather Emert Sponsors: Cullen Mahoney & Ryan Norris

ACTIVE CERTIFICATE-WAITLIST

Robert and Micheline Faver

Sponsors: Don Leffler & Jim Orders

Sports Janel Glynn

Sports Joseph and Shannon Lijek

ACTIVE CERTIFICATE Laura and Brian MacKay

Sponsors: Brad Routh & Kyle Brown

ACTIVE CERTIFICATE-WAITLIST Edward S Mancini Sponsors: Ricky Hearden & Brian Kleinlein

ACTIVE CERTIFICATE-WAITLIST

Matthew and Erica McGinnis

Sponsors: Tom Whalen & John Furey

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

SPORTS Dane and Tia Meza

Sponsors: JJ Putz & Joe Saunders

Sports Drew and Margaret Miranda Sponsors: Michael Dupuy & Tommy McKone

Sports Kent and Katie Morris Sponsors: Corey Wisdom & Matt McInrue

ACTIVE CERTIFICATE-WAITLIST

AQ and Shari Shipley Sponsors: Harrison Pappas & Ross Steckelberg

ACTIVE CERTIFICATE-WAITLIST

Dr. John and Connie Siever Sponsors: Dr. Neal Klein & Dr. Eric Zeidman

ACTIVE CERTIFICATE-WAITLIST

Gregory and Laurie Stelzer

Sponsors: Mark Jones & John Heitel

ACTIVE CERTIFICATE-WAITLIST

Charlie and Georgann Young Sponsors: Jim Harmon & Len Brooks

JEFF PLUMLEY DIRECTOR OF SECURITY / VALET SECURITY@PHOENIXCOUNTRYCLUB.COM

THE QUARTERof TEAM MEMBER

IN HONOR OF VETERANS DAY

Greetings,

In honor of Veterans Day:

Veterans Day (originally known as Armistice Day) is a federal holiday in the United States observed annually on November 11, for honoring military veterans, that is, persons who have served in the United States Armed Forces (and were discharged under conditions other than dishonorable).It coincides with other holidays including Armistice Day and Remembrance Day which are celebrated in other countries that mark the anniversary of the end of World War I. Major hostilities of World War I were formally ended at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918, when the Armistice with Germany went into effect. At the urging of major U.S. veteran organizations, Armistice Day was renamed Veterans Day in 1954.

Veterans Day is distinct from Memorial Day, a U.S. public holiday in May. Veterans Day celebrates the service of all U.S. military veterans, while Memorial Day honors those who had died while in military service. Another military holiday that also occurs in May, Armed Forces Day, honors those currently serving in the U.S. military. Additionally, women Veterans Day is recognized by a growing number of U.S. states that specifically honors women who have served in the U.S. military.

On November 11, 1919, U.S. president Woodrow Wilson issued a message to his countrymen on the first Armistice Day, in which he expressed what he felt the day meant to Americans:

THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE

ADDRESS TO FELLOW-COUNTRYMEN

The White House, November 11, 1919.

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A year ago today our enemies laid down their arms in accordance with an armistice which rendered them impotent to renew hostilities, and gave to the world an assured opportunity to reconstruct its shattered order and to work out in peace a new and juster set of international relations. The soldiers and people of the European Allies had fought and endured for more than four years to uphold the barrier of civilization against the aggressions of armed force. We ourselves had been in the conflict something more than a year and a half.

With splendid forgetfulness of mere personal concerns, we remodeled our industries, concentrated our financial resources, increased our agricultural output, and assembled a great army, so that at the last our power was a decisive factor in the victory. We were able to bring the vast resources, material and moral, of a great and free people to the assistance of our associates in Europe who had suffered and sacrificed without limit in the cause for which we fought.

Out of this victory there arose new possibilities of political freedom and economic concert. The war showed us the strength of great nations acting together for high purposes, and the victory of arms foretells the enduring conquests which can be made in peace when nations act justly and in furtherance of the common interests of men. To us in America the reflections of Armistice Day will be filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the country's service, and with gratitude for the victory, both because of the thing from which it has freed us and because of the opportunity it has given America to show her sympathy with peace and justice in the councils of nations.” - WOODROW WILSON

TIFFANY NELSON EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE PGA TOUR CHAMPIONS CHARLES SCHWAB CUP CHAMPIONSHIP TIFFANYNELSON@PGATOURHQ.COM

Well, the time is here ~ the Charles Schwab Cup Championship featuring the Top 36 Players from the PGA TOUR Champions is back for its 6th year at Phoenix Country Club. I can’t believe it’s been 6 years and it keeps getting better each year! Here are a few items that I’d like you to know about the tournament:

Since 2003, the Charles Schwab Cup Championship has raised more than $6.2 million for charities and this year, the tournament will once again have a special focus on the Boys & Girls Club of Metro Phoenix, The First Tee of Phoenix, and the Junior Golf Association of Arizona. And that is what this tournament is all about!

We also brought back our Tickets Fore Charity © program, which is a program designed to generate revenue for local charities. Since its 2010 debut, the TFC program has raised over $1,783,379 million and we’re trending to add over $100,000 this year alone.

Military Tickets – The Charles Schwab Cup Championship is pleased to offer complimentary grounds admission tickets, Thursday, November 10 – Sunday, November 13 to active, Reserve, retired, veteran and National Guard military member and up to (2) guests to watch the season finale on the PGA TOUR Champions, courtesy of Salt River Materials Group. Tickets will also provide access to the Birdies for the Brave® Patriots’ Outpost presented by Salt River Materials Group, a tented hospitality venue located on 13 Green, Thursday – Sunday, including complimentary food provided by Carl’s Jr. (while supplies last).

Friday, November 11th is Veteran’s Day and we will be having a Military ceremony on #1 tee at 9:45 a.m. The Luke Air Force Honor Guard will be delivering the Presentation of Colors and the Xavier College Preparatory Choir will be singing the National Anthem. We hope you can join us for the ceremony.

TOURNAMENT WEEK

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 7 -Course Closed to Public Practice Round for Professionals

TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8 - Course Closed to Public Practice Round for Professionals

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 9

O cial Pro-Am Competition Course Open to Public sponsored by San Tan Ford – No Hospitality Venues Open Gates Open: 8:00 AM

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 10

COMPETITION ROUND 1

9:30 a.m. Gates Open / All Hospitality Venues Open 10:05 a.m. First round of competition – tee times will approx. begin 10:05 a.m. 2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Golf Channel Broadcast Airtime

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 11

COMPETITION ROUND 2

9:30 a.m. Gates Open / All Hospitality Venues Open 9:45 a.m. Military Appreciation Ceremony presented by Salt River Materials Group Honor Guard & National Anthem Singer 1st Tee / Putting Green, Phoenix Country Club 10:05 a.m. Second round of competition – tee times will approx. begin 10:05 a.m. 2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Golf Channel Broadcast Airtime

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 12

COMPETITION ROUND 3

9:30 a.m.

Gates Open / All Hospitality Venues Open Charles Schwab Cup Championship Youth Day Presented by Charles Schwab 10:05 a.m. Third round of competition – tee times will approx. begin 10:05 a.m. 2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Golf Channel Broadcast Airtime

TOURNAMENT WEEK

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 13

COMPETITION ROUND 4

9:30 a.m.

Gates Open / All Hospitality Venues Open 10:00 a.m. FINAL round of competition tee times will approx. begin 10:00 a.m.

2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Golf Channel Broadcast Airtimes

4:15 p.m. Conclusion of the 2022 Charles Schwab Cup Championship Awards Ceremony 18th Green, Phoenix Country Club

Now a few housekeeping notes:

Approved Bags:

o Bags smaller than 6”X6”X6” or clear bags smaller than 12”X6”X12”

o Folding golf chairs are approved, but no chair bags. NO large folding chairs

Gates & Parking:

o Gates open at 10:00 Wednesday through Sunday

o General Parking is at Arizona Veteran’s Coliseum located at

o B1826 W. McDowell Road, Phoenix, AZ 85007

Tickets:

o Every membership gets 2 daily general admission tickets, ThursdaySunday. Tickets this year are digital. For more information or to claim your tickets, please contact Peggy Hart.

o General Admission tickets are $30 a day, Thursday - Sunday

o The Oasis on 17 green tickets are $80 per day and is home of the $1

o Birdie Beers bene tting Folds of Honor

o Tickets are available at schwabcup.com

We hope you are as excited for this year’s tournament as we are! We have some great guys that will be qualifying including Padraig Harrington, Darre Clarke,and of course Bernhard Langer who will be attempting to win his 7th Charles Schwab Cup. Make sure to mark your calendars: Wednesday, November 9 – Sunday, November 13th! See you at the Charles Schwab Cup Championship!