BCC Bulletin #18 - April by BradentonCC

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OUR BCC BOARD:

MR. ALAN HANBURY Board Member

ANNUAL CLUB CLOSURE

DETAILS

Dear Members, Bradenton Country Club will undergo a scheduled maintenance period beginning Monday, July 27 through Monday, August 17, with normal operations resuming on Tuesday, August 18. During this time, several areas of the Club will operate on modified schedules while important improvements and course maintenance are completed. The full summer schedule including hours of operations for all Club areas will be distirbuted after the April 16 Board Meeting. th Warm Regards,

BRADENTON COUNTRY CLUB

LETTER FROM THE CLUB MANAGER

Dear Members,

As we transition into the summer months, I would like to take a moment to share a few updates from around the Club, as well as extend my appreciation for your continued engagement and support.

We are pleased to share that the pool liner project has been successfully completed and the pool is fully refreshed and ready for the season ahead. Looking forward, we will be updating our pool furniture to further enhance your experience. We would like to thank the House Committee for their support and collaboration on this upcoming improvement.

On the golf course, you may notice ongoing enhancements including refreshed rain shelters and the installation of new tee markers in the near future. Additionally, new gates are being installed throughout the property to further strengthen Club security and ensure a safe and welcoming environment for all

This past spring was especially vibrant, and it was wonderful to see so many of you enjoying the Club and participating in our events. Your presence and enthusiasm are what bring our community to life, and we truly appreciate your continued involvement.

As we plan ahead for the summer season, we encourage all members to participate in our Summer Utilization Survey. Your feedback is incredibly valuable in helping us understand evolving preferences and ensure we are providing the best possible experience for our membership. A strong response allows us to make informed decisions, and we hope you will take a moment to share your input

Thank you again for being such an important part of our Club. We look forward to a great summer ahead.

Warm Regards,

CRAIG CHIBBARO CLUB MANAGER

SUMMER & EVENT UTILIZATION SURVEY

Dear Members,

As we prepare for the summer season, it is important that we hear from as many members as possible.

We ask that all members take a moment to complete a brief survey focused on summer plans, dining usage, and event interest. This information is critical in helping us make informed decisions and ensure we are meeting the needs of our membership.

Accurate feedback allows us to plan more effectively, allocate resources appropriately, and deliver the level of experience you expect from the Club.

Warm regards,

Bradenton

Country Club

OUR OUR NEW MEMBERS: NEW MEMBERS:

Mr. and Mrs. Friedrich

Mr. McClain and Ms. Al Misky

Mr. and Mrs. Bennie

Mr. and Mrs. Pereira

Mr. and Mrs. Bouziane

Mr. and Mrs. Imes

Mr. and Mrs. Frye

Mr. and Mrs. Mulligan

Mr. and Mrs. Patel

Mr. and Mrs. Struss

HELP US WELCOME OUR NEXT MEMBER!

KNOW SOMEONE WHO WOULD LOVE LIFE AT BRADENTON COUNTRY CLUB? WHEN YOU REFER A NEW MEMBER AND THEIR APPLICATION IS APPROVED, WE’LL THANK YOU WITH A COMPLIMENTARY MONTH OF DUES. IT’S OUR WAY OF SAYING WE APPRECIATE YOU HELPING GROW OUR BCC FAMILY!

SEND YOUR REFERRALS TO RLEIKEN@BRADENTONCC.ORG

LETTER FROM THE DIRECTOR OF GOLF

Members,

As we turn the page to April, there is a lot to celebrate around Bradenton Country Club Spring is here, the golf course is continuing to improve, and the energy around the club has been outstanding. Thank you all for your continued support and engagement as we move into one of the best times of the year.

Congratulations to Our March Champions

We would like to recognize and congratulate the champions from a terrific month of competition.

Couples Club Championship

Gross Champions: AJ Skinner & Gianna Tomeo with a 74

Net Champions: Jeff Plocharczyk & Deb Palmer with a 62

Men’s Invitational Shootout

Champions: Josh Perna & Jake Nash

2nd Place: Tyler Rubino & Graeme Lauriston

3rd Place: Jim Lapoint & Tom Carson

Thank you to all who participated and helped make these events such a success

Thank You for Your Effort in Course Care

We also want to sincerely thank the membership for the noticeable improvement in course care practices. There has been a clear difference in divot filling, pitch mark repair, and bunker raking, and it has genuinely enhanced the daily member experience. When everyone embraces the shared responsibility of caring for the golf course, it makes a meaningful impact for all.

LETTER FROM THE DIRECTOR OF GOLF CONT.

Your efforts do not go unnoticed, and we are grateful for the pride you continue to show in the club.

Course Conditions and Continued Improvement

Turf conditions are improving, and the golf course is responding very well to the leadership in our maintenance department and more favorable weather. We are encouraged by the progress and look forward to continued improvement as the season moves along.

One area where we still need everyone’s help is cart traffic. As the rainy season begins, this becomes even more important Please do not underestimate the impact of wear patterns, especially around green surrounds and tee surrounds We continue to see carts leaving the path early to park just a tire-width closer to greens and tees. While it may seem minor, this creates unnecessary wear and damages the integrity of the natural transition from path to turf.

There is no reason to pull off the path anywhere other than the designated entry and exit points. Every time a cart leaves the path outside of those areas, it negatively affects the appearance, conditioning, and playability of the golf course. We ask all members to remain on the path until reaching the proper entry and exit locations.

Nick Campbell Director of Golf

AGRONOMY UPDATE

Dear Members,

As we got into March, the weather finally broke into some warmer weather. We saw some days get into the low 80’s and night time temperatures start to break 60 degrees This was helpful in some resurgence on the golf course with areas starting to show some growth and improvement Rainfall was not substantial right at 2 inches, but every little bit helps this time of year when it is generally low.

The putting greens are still maintaining health but are showing stress at times when the heat and dry winds increase. We have increased irrigation cycling and hand watering practices to nurse along. We do plan to get back into needle tines to vent to help with surface tension and their ability to accept water and oxygen better. This will also aid in continuing to move salts through the soil complex. We are approaching the end of season where compaction is settling in, and these practices will serve well until we get to our summer aerification programs

On the golf course, we plan to take advantage of the warmer weather and continue enhanced fertility practices and fertigation/acid injection through the irrigation system. As mentioned above with greens, the golf course shows a good amount of compaction due to time of year, drought conditions, and increased golf play This month we will be utilizing our tow behind aerifier with solid spikes to relieve compaction throughout our fairways and rough areas. This practice will not take a core and should not have any effect on playability Soils temperatures are approaching a level for us to be able to start spraying for nematodes The areas on the golf course that are most affected are tee slopes, green roughs, and bunker surrounds. We will map out fairway areas and tees as well to selectively treat. Increased temperatures will also help us get better efficacy on our herbicide sprays, as we will get more aggressive on spotted spurge and other weeds on the golf course.

In the greens department this past month, there was a big focus placed on attention to details for our March events. We received great reviews for both the ladies and men’s Invitationals. We still have our remaining April events ahead of us to continue to provide good playing conditions

Yours truly,

JAMIE MCCROSKY

RACQUET SPORTS UPDATE

Dear Members,

It has been another busy month here at the Club. Between crowning our new tennis singles club champions and enjoying some festive events on both the tennis and pickleball courts, it’s great to see so many of you out enjoying the facilities and the great weather

Tennis Singles Club Championship Results

Our Singles Club Championship featured some excellent tennis this year. I am pleased to officially announce our 2026 winners:

• Ladies Champion: Jackie Dezelski

• Men’s Champion: Ben Adrian

I also want to recognize our finalists, Dannie Sherrill and Chris Westberry. Both entered the draw as the reigning champions from last year, and they put up a fantastic fight to defend their titles Congratulations to Jackie and Ben on their well-earned victories

Our Pickleball March Madness and St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon combo was a highlight of the month. It was a fun atmosphere on the courts, made even better by seeing everyone in their green gear. We even had Jay join in on the action, his energy as always was a great addition to the day's play.

The Men’s Suncoast, Ladies Sunshine, and Fall/Winter USTA seasons have officially wrapped up. I want to thank everyone who participated and represented the Club so well. It was a successful season for all our teams.

Get Involved: If you aren’t currently playing on one of our interclub teams but would like to get involved, please reach out to the Pro Shop We’d love to help you find the right team for the upcoming seasons

RACQUET SPORTS UPDATE CONT.

Looking Ahead

• Last Lessons with Jack & Jeff: As a reminder, Jack and Jeff or seasonal pros will be leaving us to head north where they will both be directors at clubs in Highlands North Carolina. If you’re looking to get a final lesson or two in with them before they go, please be sure to check their availability soon.

• Summer Camp 2026: We are already looking ahead to the summer! Registration for our summer camps is open keep an eye out for a separate email with all the specific details and dates

• Thank You: Finally, thank you for your continued support of our events and programs Your participation is what makes our racquet sports community so active and enjoyable. See you on the courts,

Rob Blackburn Director of Racquet Sports