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The Club At Gateway 2024/25 Calendar Of Major Golf Events
2024-25 Calendar of Golf Events – Save the Date Major Events
December Course Opening Day Event Men’s Opening Day – Tee Times Ladies Opening Day - Shotgun One Day Men’s Member-Guest Ladies Holiday Golf Event - Member-Guest Golf Shop Holiday Party Christmas Day - Golf Course Closed
1st 3rd 5th 17th 19th 20th 25th
January Bloody Mary Open Scramble 2024 Ladies’ Member-Member Championship 2024 Men’s Member-Member Championship Jack & Jill
1st 7th & 8th 9th & 10th 23rd
February 4th & 5th 11th
2025 LGA Member-Guest Invitational Little Green Jug One Day Member-Guest (Bring up to three guests) Fazio/Whitacre Knockout Match-Play
21st -23rd
2024-25 Calendar of Golf Events – Save the Date Major Events
March 6th – 8th
2025 Gold Member-Guest 3-Day Invitational (3 Tee players Guest Day) Mixed Couples’ Club Championship 2025 Platinum Member-Guest 2-Day Invitational (4 & 5 Tee players Guest Day)
16 24th & 25th th
April Ladies Spring Fling One Day Member-Guest (Bring up to three guests) 2025 Stroke Play Club Championship 2025 Member-Member Match Play & Awards Dinner & Dance Men’s Closing Day – Tee Times
3rd 12th & 13th 25th & 26th 29th
May Ladies Closing Day - Shotgun Hardest Day of Golf Memorial Day Shotgun Event
1st 4th 26th
Ole Pal / Ole Gal Season Long Two Person Match play Tournament January - March
Gateway Lifestyle
The Love Of The Game Do you remember the first time you fell in love? Your heart was pounding in your chest, and you were overwhelmed with an emotion that was indescribable. Well, come out and fall in love with tennis all over again. (Or maybe you will find your true love is pickleball). Either way, you will get that immediate sensation, Travis Raque and at the same time, your health will benefit immensely. There have been numerous recent studies that have shown that pickleball and tennis are more than just fun! They get you moving and it is excellent socialization, two things that lead to happier and longer lives. So, if you or someone you know is interested in having fun, living healthier and longer, get in the game by contacting Travis Raque (Director of Racquets at The Club at Gateway) at (239) 561-1422 or email tennis@gatewaygcc.com.
Women’s 3.0 Tennis Team Looking For New Players The Club at Gateway is looking for new or former players to play on our women’s 3.0 team. You do not have to be a member to participate. However, there are a limited number of openings, so if you are interested, act quickly. We practice once per week and play matches once per week in the mornings at Gateway and surrounding clubs. It is a ton of fun and I would like to personally invite you or anyone you know interested in playing on our Ladies’ team. Play begins in October, and you will meet great people and have the time of your life. If you or someone you know is interested, please contact Travis Raque (Director of Racquets at Gateway) at (239) 561-1422 or email tennis@gatewaygcc.com.
Fall Adult And Junior Pickleball Clinics Forming If you are new to pickleball, this is for you. We are forming new pickleball clinics for this fall, and there is no better time to begin than today. Pickleball will keep you young with movement and excellent socialization. Don’t get left behind; join the fastest-growing sport in the country today! If you or someone you know is interested, please contact Travis Raque (Director of Racquets at Gateway) at (239) 561-1422 or email tennis@gatewaygcc.com. The Club At Gateway on page 2 PRSRT STD US POSTAGE PAID FT MYERS FL PERMIT 751
OCTOBER 2024
Gateway Women’s Club By Janice Eaton, Laurel Borgia, Marianne Kollasch and Donna Marchetti
Members Of Gateway Women’s Club Met Collette McCormick, A Powerhouse At Hertz Arena By Stephanie Mena Hertz Arena’s cavalcade of winning entertainment and community outreach programs doesn’t just happen by accident. Collette McCormick is the reason why. She is the first female vice president at Hertz, the largest venue in Southwest Florida. McCormick brings with her over 30 years of experience in the food and beverage industry. Her background started as a young girl on Long Beach Island, New Jersey. McCormick’s know-how incorporates working at family-owned restaurants, wineries/vineyards, chain restaurants, fine dining/catering, and food trucks. At Hertz Arena, she oversees concessions, Breakaway Sports Pub Restaurant, Hertz No. 1 Private Club, 25 luxury suites and a full catering department. Hertz Arena also attracts business to surrounding hotels, restaurants, and shopping centers. The members of Gateway Women’s Club (GWC) were pleased to learn Hertz Arena hosts events from WWE to private wedding celebrations and everything in between. Most people from Lee and Collier counties have been to the arena over the last 25 years and experienced the shows, food and shelter it provides. Yes, Hertz Arena keeps people safe from harm during dangerous storms and hurricanes. People seeking protection are often separated from their homes and possibly loved ones. It’s McCormick’s job to see they are sheltered, well fed and cared for until the storms settle. Dave and Terri Hoffman bought the Arena in 2019. Currently, The Everblades play 36 home games there. They are the first team in ECHL history to win three consecutive Kelly Cup titles: in 2021, 2022, and 2023. Hertz Arena has three ice rinks and offers a full Olympic training program, a variety of leagues, and a learn-toskate club. But wait, there’s more. Hertz Arena also hosts special community events such as: Military Night, First Responders Night, and Breast Cancer Awareness events to name just a few. To keep the audience connected during hockey games, the Swampy blimp floats along and amazes audiences of all ages. McCormick also schedules big name entertainers with shows for the entire family. Gateway Women’s Club on page 3
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