2026APRILnewsletter by spcc1925

POINT OF INTEREST POINT OF INTEREST

April 2026

Spring is nature’s way of saying, “Let’s play golf. ”

COREY ANDREWS General Manager candrews@spcc1925.com

LORI JOY AGM/Accounting ljoy@spcc1925.com

ERIN ERB Membership Director eerb@spcc1925.com

EMILY ANDERSON Director of Sales eanderson@spcc1925.com

EMMA WEISGAL Assistant Food & Beverage Manager eweisgal@spcc1925.com

BRIAN DEARSTINE Director of Agronomy bdearstine@spcc1925.com

JIM BENNETT Head Golf Professional jbennett@spcc1925.com

ROB MOORE First Assistant Golf Professionalrmooore@spcc1925.com

HOURS OF OPERATION

CLUBHOUSE DINING

Closed / Admin Only 11 a.m.- 8 p.m. 11 a.m.- 8 p.m. 11 a.m.- 8 p.m. 11 a.m.- 9 p.m. 11 a.m.- 8 p.m. 11 a.m.- 8 p.m. Brunch Only: 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

GOLF COURSE

Monday: Tuesday - Friday: Saturday - Sunday:

SHOP

Monday: Tuesday: Wednesday: Thursday: Friday: Saturday: Sunday: Monday: Tuesday-Sunday: GOLF

12 - 5 p.m. 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. 12 - 5 p.m. 8:30 a.m.- 5 p.m. 7:30 a.m.- 5 p.m.

THE PERCH

Monday: Tuesday-Friday: Saturday-Sunday: Closed 9 a.m.- 3 p.m. 8 a.m.- 4 p.m.

2026 Pool Information

The Pool will open on Memorial weekend

Pool Opening Day: Saturday, May 23 | 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Family Fun Day: Sunday, May 24 | 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Featuring DJ Greg | Bounce House | Dunk Tank

Memorial Day: Monday, May 25 | 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

*Happy Memorial Day*

Pool passes that were distributed or purchased in 2025 will not be honored for the 2026 season

We have removed the path that has always led to the pool. Please use the path that takes you past the patio in order to get to the pool entryway.

All Members and Guests must comply with the SPCC Dress Code while walking to/from the pool and the parking lot.

We are excited to announce that we will have a brand new Tiki Bar this year! Be sure to check it out and sip’ in the shade Plus Tax

General Manager

Dear Members, As I reflect on my first month as General Manager of Sparrows Point Country Club, I want to share how truly exciting and rewarding this experience has already been. It has been a pleasure getting to know so many of you, and I am incredibly grateful for the warm welcome from both our membership and our dedicated team. The sense of community here is special, and it’s clear that Sparrows Point is more than just a Club - it’s a place where lasting connections are made.

Looking ahead, 2026 is shaping up to be a year of tremendous opportunity and growth for our Club. We are committed to enhancing the member experience across every touchpoint, and I am energized by what lies ahead. From golf and dining to social events and family programming, there is a great deal to look forward to this season.

I encourage you to join me for “Cookies & Conversation” every Friday at 11 a.m. in the Trophy Room. This is a great opportunity for us to connect in a casual setting. Please be sure to register in advance. I value your feedback and look forward to hearing your ideas as we continue to shape the future of the Club together.

Opening Weekend is right around the corner, and with it leads into a packed season of events that I know many of you are eager to enjoy. Our golf team has been hard at work preparing for the season, and I want to recognize Superintendent Brian Dearstine and the Grounds team for the outstanding effort they are putting into getting the course in exceptional condition, as well as his leadership in the Club's ongoing improvements. You’ll see the results of that dedication as the season gets underway.

We also have several exciting social events on the horizon - please be sure to check out the Event Calendar through the MembersFirst portal and make your reservations soon. Also, be sure to stop by our Cove Resident Open House on April 9th, where you’ll have the chance to meet and connect with our neighboring Cove residential members.

Additionally, I strong s and family, for the PGA Junior League. r the game in a fun and supportive environment led by our PGA Professionals.

Thank you again for the warm welcome and for being part of what makes Sparrows Point Country Club so special. I look forward to continuing to meet more of you and to an incredible season ahead.

Warm regards,

Corey Andrews General Manager | candrews@spcc1925.com

Membership and Billing

2026 REFERRAL INCENTIVE AND AMBASSADOR PROGRAM:

This is your chance to score big while growing our Club community!

Here’s how it works:

One month of dues credit for every successful referral.

$500 in Sparrows Rewards for each new member you bring in.

Earn 1 point for each successfully referred Social Member.

Earn 2 points for each successfully referred Golf Member

Don’t forget to download our App where you can make tee times, check on calendar events and make reservations at the Club.

Social Members may partake in some of our Golf Events. If you dabble in Golf, please feel free to check in with the Golf Shop on some of our upcoming Golf Events at the Club. We would love to welcome you to play!

Have

Welcome...

New Members

Juheon Seung and Ha Lim Amaru and Monica Sanchez

Lynn Meyer Michael Sedlak

For your referral Thank you...

Steve Lucas

Agronomy

Our typical Maryland spring weather has returned in full force! After a handful of warm days mixed in with the usual cold, we even saw thunderstorms followed by a March snow. Projects that were temporarily put on hold due to the snow have also been slow to resume because of the extremely wet conditions that followed. Despite the challenging weather, we have been able to mow and roll the greens as often as conditions allow, and we are beginning to see some growth as we head toward April and our aerification week.

Spring aerification is scheduled for April 13 through the 15 . This year, we will be using halfinch hollow tines, which will create slightly larger holes than usual. This will allow us to incorporate more sand into the soil profile. Because our greens are still native soil, the additional sand will help improve water infiltration, allowing water to move through the greens more quickly. This will help create a firmer playing surface while also preventing the turf from sitting in excess water, something we experienced during last summer’s heavy rainfall.

Tees and fairways will also be aerified, although not as aggressively. Sand topdressing will be applied to the tees to help continue improving surface level and firmness.

We will also be addressing several weak areas in the rough that were disturbed during the irrigation installation. In addition, areas such as the rough on #6 by the green, which were previously shaded by trees, will now have a better opportunity to establish themselves with the increased sunlight after tree removal. In these locations, the compacted soil will be rototilled, leveled, and seeded to encourage stronger turf growth and playable lies.

Looking forward to the warmer weather and consistent growing and golfing conditions!!

Brian Dearstine Director of Agronomy

bdearstine@spcc1925.com

Members & Guests

Please follow the Cart & Traffic

Rules

Traffic causes most turf damage

Follow cart path rules

Respect ropes and stakes

Keep carts 30 feet from greens and tees

Avoid wet or newly seeded areas

Golf Shop

Withtheweatherimprovingandthesnowfinallybehindus,we’reexcitedtobeginanothergreatgolf seasonatSparrowsPointCountryClub.

WehadanexcellentturnoutforourPar3Championshiptokickofftheyear.Althoughthecoursewas stillabitdamp,ourGroundsMaintenanceteamdidafantasticjobgettingeverythingreadysowecould enjoyourfirstwarm-upeventoftheseason.Atotalof32memberscompetedacrossthreedivisions, makingitafunandcompetitivestarttotheyear.Thankyoutoeveryonewhoparticipatedandhelped maketheeventasuccess!

PAR3CHAMPIONSHIPWINNERS

Men’sOpenDivision 1stGross|GeneMuranko(60) 1stNet|MikeGreen(66)

Women’sOpenDivision 1stGross|NancyMacFetrich(65) 1stNet|SueBrodie(61)

SeniorMen’sDivision 1stGross|BillChildersJr.(55) 1stNet|TomHartka

WealsohadagreatturnoutforourrescheduledIceBowlTournament.40golfersmadetheirwaytothe courseforourannualtwo-personscramble.Congratulationstoourwinners!

ICEBOWLCHAMPIONS

1 PlaceGrossChampions|BillChildersJr&NickChilders(67) st 1 PlaceNetChampions|MichaelGreen&TanyaSimmons(64*) st

Areyousearchingformorefriendstoplaygolfwith?Wearefortunatetohaveanumberofgroupsthat playregularlyatSparrowsPointCountryClub.Ifyou'reinterestedinjoiningagroup,pleasetakealook attheavailablegroupstoseewhichonemightbethebestfitforyourgameandschedule.It'sagreat waytomeetfellowmembersandenjoymoretimeonthecourse.

Women’sGolfAssociation(WGA)|18-HoleGroupplaysonWednesdaymornings|9-HoleGroupplayson Thursdaymornings.AllwomenwithanofficialUSGA/WHShandicapareinvitedtojointheWGAgroup.

Men’sGolfAssociation(MGA)|MGAplaysweeklyonThursdayevenings[March-October].Weekend morningplayisinteetimeblocks.AllmenwithanofficialUSGA/WHShandicapareinvitedtojointhe MGAGroup.

SPCC Men’s Two-Man Tango | In-season league for our SPCC-eligible members with an Official USGA/WHShandicap.WednesdayeveningsbeginninginMaythroughAugust,dependingonleaguesize. NetFourBallintwo-manteams

LadiesoftheEvening(LOE)|PlaysTuesdayevenings,mid-AprilthroughlateSeptember.Thisleagueis lessformalandhassomeplannedTournamentsforthegroupthroughouttheseason.Itisrecommended thattheLOEgolfershaveanestablishedUSGA/WHShandicap.

Men’sSeniorGolfAssociation&MISGA(SPCCMSGA)|MSGAplaysanextremelyactiveyear-round schedule(plusSummerHomeandAway-PlayDays).ThisisforSPCCmalemembersage50+. Seniorsplay everyTuesday&Thursdaya.m.inModifiedShotgunStarts.OfficialMISGAHomeandAwayDaysplay withotherMSGAareaClubmembersintournamentsfromMay-October.Thereisanannualregistration fee.YoumustmaintainanOfficialUSGA/WHShandicaptoplayinMISGAevents.

PleasereachouttotheGolfShopifyouareinterestedinjoininganyofthesegroups.

Golf Shop continued

UPCOMINGAPRILEVENTS

Saturday,April4|OpeningDayScramble

Saturday,April18and25|PGAJuniorLeague

Sunday,April19|Parent-ChildTournament

Friday,April24|April9&Dine

Saturday,May2|SeniorMatchPlay

Onapersonalnote,Icouldn’tbehappierbeingbackatSparrowsPointCountryClub.Ienjoyedseeingso manyfamiliarfaces

IwouldliketoexpressahugeCongratulationstoour1stAssistantProfessional,RobMoore.Rob hassuccessfullycompletedLevel1ofthePGAProgram.Robiswellonhiswaytobecominga ClassAPGAProfessional.Greatjob,Rob!

Parent - Child

Tournament Tournament Tournament

Sunday | April 19 | 2 p.m. Shotgun

Cost | $25 includes cart fee and prizes 9 holes | 2-Player Scramble

Kids

age 6-9 play from 150 yards

age 10-13 play 200-250 yards

age 14 + play from Gold Tee markers

Parents

Men’s Golf Association

Cheers to a fantastic Spring and another great season of golf.

MGA SCHEDULE

Saturday & Sunday MGA Tee Times: 8:20–8:50 a.m. (Players must call the Golf Shop by Thursday to sign up) Thursday Evening Tee Times: Based on sunset (Please call the Golf Shop by Wednesday for the start time)

MGA BY THE NUMBERS

Ages: 22 – 92 / Handicaps: +2 to 30

Play as often as you like ~ every week or once a month, no pressure!

ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP: $150 ~ WHAT DO YOU GET FOR $150?

Opening Dinner / Closing Dinner / Two All-You-Can-Eat Crab Feasts

That’s a lot of golf, food, and fellowship for one low annual fee!

WHY YOU’LL LOVE MGA

Play with a friendly, welcoming group. Never worry about weekend tee times. Tons of spin-off games and weekday play opportunities. Meet and connect with fellow club members. Golf at your pace ~ competition for all skill levels.

MGA BOARD MEMBERS

Matt Brown – President Richard Tempera – Vice President Kent Mosmiller – Treasurer Kevin Gaither – Secretary Tom Hartka – Games Commissioner

Join the MGA Play More Golf. Meet Great People. Have More Fun.

Please reach out with questions: Kevin.Gaither@sysco.com, or call 443-286-9855 before 7 p.m. (in the evening please)

Senior Men’s Golf Group

Tentative 2026 Schedule

DATE DAY TIME EVENT

4/23 Thurs. 9:00 a.m. Golf/Buffet

5/07 Thurs. 9:00 a.m. Home MISGA

5/21 Thurs. 9:00 a.m. Golf/Picnic

6/04 Thurs. 9:00 a.m. Home MISGA

6/25 Thurs. 9:00 a.m. Golf/Picnic

7/02 Thurs. 9:00 a m Home MISGA

8/27 Thurs. 9:00 a.m. Golf/Picnic

9/10 Thurs. 9:00 a.m. Home MISGA

9/18 Friday 11:00 a.m. Senior Member Guest

10/01 Thurs. 9:00 a.m. Home MISGA

10/22 Thurs. 9:00 a.m. Golf/Buffet

12/10 Thurs. 10:00 a.m. 9-hole Golf/Christmas Buffet

Food & Beverage

As many of you may know, my time here is ending, and I wanted to take a moment to say thank you.

Being part of this team has truly meant so much to me. From busy brunches and special events to the everyday moments that make this place unique, I’ve been grateful for the opportunity to grow and learn.

To our members - thank you for your continued support and for making this such a fun and enjoyable place to work. It’s truly made my time here all the more special.

I’m excited to be starting a new chapter with TROON in North Carolina, where I’ll continue to grow in this industry and take on new challenges. While I’m looking forward to what’s ahead, I will truly miss being part of this community.

Thank you again for everything - it’s been a pleasure serving you.

Sincerely, Sue Taylor

M ont hly Cocktail ont Cocktail

Ingredients

2 oz Gin | 1 oz Lemon/Lime Juice | 1 oz Simple Syrup | 3-4 Strawberries

6-8 Mint Leaves | Soda Water

Method

Muddle strawberries, mint, syrup, and juice in a shaker. Add gin and ice, shake well.

Strain into a glass over fresh ice and top with soda water.

Garnish

Fresh mint sprig and a halved strawberry.

Sunday Brunch Sunday Brunch

Chef Mark ┃ Kitchen

Spring:AFusionofTraditionandMemberInspiration

Asthecoursegreensupandthedaysgetlonger,IamthrilledtounveilourupcomingSpringMenu. Thisseason,themenuisatruecollaboration.Overthepastfewmonths,manyofyouhaveshared yourfavoriteflavorsandseasonalcravingswithme,andI’vemadesurethosevoicesarereflectedon theplate.

Inadditiontoyourfeedback,I’vedippedintomyownarchivesfrom35yearsintheClubindustry. I’veselectedafew"tried-and-true"signaturesfrommypreviousClubs-dishesthathavestoodthe testoftime-andupdatedthemwiththefreshestlocalspringingredientswecouldfind.

HappySpring,yourExecutiveChef,Wm.MarkSanders,C.E.C.