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September 2026

INSIDE THIS ISSUE

PT AT SGCC

PRESIDENT’S LETTER

TURF TALK

2026 Board of Directors

2026 Committees Audit Dave Nachison dnachison@yahoo.com

Bob Sampson President bsampson71@gmail.com

Communications Katie Kissal katiekissal@gmail.com

Tom Stribling Vice President tjstribling@gmail.com

Facilities& Maintenance Court Bateman courtney@bateman.law

John Astorino Secretary john.astorino@longandfoster.com

Finance Dan McCarthy danm5691@gmail.com

Dan McCarthy Treasurer danm5691@gmail.com Joe English jenglish@bsbllc.com David Kelly davidnkelly@verizon.net Charles Rolen rolencw@gmail.com

Letter from the President

Turf Talk

RSVP: Junior Cotillion

Golf Pro’s Pointers

Delectable Desserts

House Joe English jenglish@bsbllc.com

Membership Moments

Here for the Holidays

Calendars

John Palladino jape199@aol.com

Coach’s Corner

Handicap Jordan Weinstein ideaguard@gmail.com

Membership Charles Rolen rolencw@gmail.com Johnny Garstka johnnygarstka2024@gmail.com

Fitness & Pool Gayle Burgoyne gayleburgoyne@aol.com

Racquets

Golf Harrison Smith hharrisonsmith@gmail.com

Strategic Planning John Astorino john.astorino@longandfoster.com

Golf Rules Bruce Nordstrom bnorthstream@yahoo.com

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SEPTEMBER 1–3 Fall Aerification 7

Labor Day Picnic at the Pool

Junior Tennis Club Championship

Short Game School

Peptides 101

Dog Swim

Greenside Grille: Dîner en Blanc

Outdoor Pickleball Club Championship

Hormones 101

Music on the Patio

more information available on pages 14–17

Find Us On

Main Office

Events at a Glance

25–26 Fall Member/Guest

Greens Tom Stribling tjstribling@gmail.com

Club Connections

Contents

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On the Cover

Day in the life! The Mundy family enjoys an evening at the Club.

Words of Wellness

Bridge Banter

Football Season

Retirees Recap

Letter from the

President

Turf Talk

BY SHAWN GILL | GOLF COURSE SUPERINTENDENT

My Fellow Members,

September is always an exciting time at Springfield. Summer may be winding down, but there is certainly no shortage of activity around the Club. As we prepare to close the pool for the season, I want to thank everyone who helped make it another great summer. Labor Day gives us one more opportunity to enjoy the pool together at our traditional picnic before turning our attention to a busy fall. On the golf course, Club Championship season is here, and I wish all our competitors the best of luck. We also have our sold-out Greenside Grille coming up, where Members will enjoy dinner together on the 10th tee box. It is a unique Springfield event and a great example of finding different ways to enjoy the Club and each other. Our fall ladies team tennis season is also getting underway. Good luck to all our Springfield teams! Before we know it, one of our favorite family events of the year, the Halloween Festival, will be here. Fall also brings an important time in the governance of our Club as the Nominating Committee begins its work and we look ahead to the election of our next Board of Directors. Serving on the Board has given me an even greater appreciation for Springfield, its Members, and everything that goes into making this Club special. The Board’s responsibility is to help provide direction, oversight, and thoughtful stewardship of the Club while keeping an eye on Springfield’s long-term future. It requires time, preparation, a willingness to listen, and the ability to consider what is best for the entire Membership.

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It is also a rewarding way to give back. Some of the best parts of serving are the relationships you build, the opportunity to better understand the many different parts of the Club, and knowing that your work can help shape Springfield for those who will enjoy it years from now. There is no single background or personality that makes someone a good Board member. Different experiences and perspectives make our Board stronger. If you care deeply about Springfield, enjoy working with others, are willing to ask questions and listen to different points of view, and have the time to make the commitment, I encourage you to consider serving. Applications for the Board can be found in the front office, by emailing Steve, or by reaching out to the Nominating Committee Chair, Tom Stribling. Please note, applications are due by September 10. There is a lot to look forward to this fall, and I look forward to seeing you around the Club.

Sincerely Bob Sampson Board President

So we’ve reached the end of another summer. Oh! Wait a minute. Upper 90’s expected for the first week of September. Ughh! It seems like we hit absolutely perfect timing for all our major agronomic practices so far this season, so I guess it is only fitting that the week of “Fall???” aeration should turn out to be one of the hottest of the year. We’ll get through it, but it certainly won’t be much fun. With the worst of the year behind us, it’s time to look back and evaluate the good, the bad, and the ugly of the summer of 2026. In some ways, it was easier than most because we received many timely rainstorms, meaning we didn’t have to spend endless days dragging hoses in the scorching heat to keep the greens alive. A little bit of natural rain is so far and away better than irrigation. It comes from the cool atmosphere, so it lowers soil temperatures substantially. High soil temps are the real danger to the cool season turf we’ve got on the greens

and tees. The sandy nature of those areas also allows water to percolate through and moisten the rootzone, relieving any drought stress. Fairways, however, are a different story. Although we’ve made strides to improve the structure of the upper soil layer, there remains pretty sub-standard underlying soil. As the soil dries, many areas become somewhat impervious to water, so those short-lasting, heavy rains we’ve experienced this summer run off the hard ground rather than entering the soil profile. This is where I need to be careful. I could easily go down the rabbit hole of a long, complex explanation of everything that is happening to the grass plants, their roots, etc… The real point is that we have had to do a lot of supplemental irrigating of fairways on a much too regular basis in order to keep the turf alive and that created a perfect opportunity for funguses to grab

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Cotillion BY ANN ACHIU

The Northern Virginia Junior Cotillion Springfield Chapter cordially invites all 6th, 7th and 8th grade students to join us for the upcoming 2026-27 Season of Cotillion. Classes are taught at the Springfield Golf and Country Club Ballroom, once a month on Thursday evenings from September through March. The purpose of the Junior Cotillion program is to give young people instruction in etiquette, manners, and character education; to give them training in standard ballroom dance; and to provide opportunities to practice and enjoy these skills. The program helps students to develop the confidence and poise that comes from knowing the proper etiquette for any social situation. We want every student that comes through our program to develop increased self esteem and an awareness of others. Each program is developed to meet the needs of the students in that particular age group. New students in all grades are welcome to join us, and need not have participated previously. For more information please visit www.NVJC.net . We would love to have your student join us! 

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hold in the rough areas that are covered by fairway sprinkler heads. We spray fungicides in the roughs around fairways on a regular basis, but not enough to overcome such perfect fungal growth conditions. You can also see this in some of the rough around greens, especially where traffic patterns add to the stress on the grass. This is another area that requires more watering than preferred because there are so many mounds and slopes that water runs off of. For the most part, these areas will recover quickly as temperatures moderate in the early fall, and wherever the damage is significant, we will seed or sod to restore playing conditions. So far, we’ve covered some good and some bad. Now for a bit of ugly. The regular rains and the supplemental irrigation in some areas have been great for weed proliferation. Pre-emergent herbicides are degrading faster than usual, so I am seeing quite a bit of crabgrass. Nutsedge and kylinga (those grassy weeds that grow about 8X as fast as the grass in the rough) are coming back and spreading quickly. It will require more and wider-spread herbicide applications to adequately control their rapid growth. There are a plethora of other summer broadleaf weeds present and we’ve been doing extensive spot spraying and making progress, but ugly they are! Control will be a work in progress for the foreseeable future, but there is technology on the way to help. Another way we were fortunate this summer season is that the periods of intense heat were fairly short and usually had some rain and at least a couple days of relatively cool (for summer anyways) weather following them. I am not sure where the average temperatures fell in comparison to other years, but it definitely seemed like a cooler than normal summer. As a manager of cool weather turf, I am still glad it is ending though. I know that most people likely don’t feel the same, but I relish having to put on a sweatshirt to go outside in the morning. Overall, we came though pretty well. Greens and tees, while a bit soft, are healthy and have good roots. Fairways have good coverage and are holding the ball up well. The roughs got a little dinged by fungus and weeds, so I guess it meets the definition of rough, lol. Bunkers are always a challenge. This year we had a few strong storms that washed them out severely. Repairing bunkers is time consuming, and it takes a while for the sand to firm up where it has been pushed back up onto the slopes. However, I still think our team does an amazing job keeping them as consistent as possible. After all, bunkers are meant to be avoided and generally considered a hazardous place to play from. After we heal from aeration and things cool down, the playing conditions will get better and better. Each summer, the goal is to present good playing conditions while keeping the turf as healthy as possible so extensive re-planting isn’t required in the fall. This allows for smooth sailing through some of the

best golfing weather of the year. The one place we have and will continue to perform extensive seeding is in all of the roughs. The biggest reason for this is to dilute the native bermudagrass. It will always be present, and in many areas will be prominent in the summertime, but by seeding into it each fall, we achieve two primary objectives. First, we create superior playing conditions during the bermudagrass dormancy period, and second, we stunt the bermudagrass during a time of the year when it is susceptible to cold weather damage, thus, preventing it from aggressively taking over when the weather warms up. This produces a more consistent playing surface throughout the year without an all-out “kill and resurface” of the entire club property. It is hard for me not to see all of the areas that need improvement, but I am happy with our progress and excited about the future here at Springfield. With the team that has been built, I see great things to come! 

summer highlights, fall sneak peek As summer begins to wind down, we wanted to take a moment to look back at some of the highlights from another great season of golf at Springfield Golf & Country Club and look ahead to what is still to come this fall.

Junior Golf Had a Great Summer

Golf Pro’s

Pointers

BY ALESSANDRA MAURTUA, PGA | DIRECTOR OF GOLF

Our Junior Camps were a tremendous success with nearly every camp reaching capacity. It has been incredibly rewarding to see so many young golfers enjoying the game, learning new skills, making friends, and, most importantly, having fun on the golf course. We are excited to welcome many of these junior golfers back for our fall programming and continue helping them grow their love for the game. Our junior golfers also had the opportunity to compete for a championship on July 11. Congratulations to all our junior golfers who participated and showcased their skills throughout the event! Congratulations to this year’s division champions: •

18-Hole Boys: Kamryn Garg successfully defended his title with an impressive 77 from the Blue Tees.

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9-Hole Division: Owen Kaeding captured the title with a 44 from the Green Tees, edging out runner-up John Lazear by one stroke.

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6-Hole Division: Kenzie Banh fired a 27 on Holes 1–6 to earn the Championship.

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3-Hole Division: David Pineres narrowly edged out Charles Palmer to claim the 3-Hole Championship.

It was great to see so many of our junior golfers competing, challenging themselves, and enjoying the game. We are excited to see what this group accomplishes in the years ahead!

A Couple of Special Shots We also had a couple of exciting holes-in-one this summer! Congratulations to Kathleen Tindal who recorded a hole-inone on Hole #4 during a Couples Event and to Don Bisenius, who aced Hole #11!

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Summer Tournament Highlights The summer tournament schedule provided plenty of exciting competition and opportunities for our Members to enjoy the game together. Couples Championship: The Couples Championship took place Sunday August 9, with 16 couples competing over 18 holes in a best-ball format. Vu Nguyen and Chau Tran captured the net championship with an impressive score of -11 and Damon Banks and Greg Powers earned the gross championship with a score of +4! 3-Day Member/Guest: Congratulations to David Kelly and Will Taliaferro on winning this year’s 3-Day Member/Guest. It was a fantastic event filled with great golf, competition, and plenty of memorable moments. President’s Cup: The 2026 President’s Cup came down to an incredible seven-hole playoff between Carlos Aranda and Matt Stallings. In the end, Matt Stallings was crowned champion and earned the No. 3 seed for the Club Championship. Congratulations to Matt, Carlos, and everyone who participated in a great event.

Looking Ahead to Fall The Fall Member/Guest is coming up during the last week of September, followed by the Club Championship during the first week of October. We are looking forward to seeing our Members compete for some of the club’s biggest title of the year. We are also planning a Short Game Championship in November, along with several pop-up events throughout the fall and winter. Keep an eye on the golf calendar and Member communications for more details as we finalize these events. Thank you to all our Members for making this such a fun and memorable summer. From our junior golfers experiencing the game for the first time to Members competing for championships, it has been a busy and exciting season. We look forward to finishing the year strong and enjoying plenty of great golf together this fall! 

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Delectable Desserts BY LINDSAY WEBB | PASTRY CHEF

Last month I had the esteemed pleasure of being invited to and attending a two-day, hands-on master class studying stunning trompe l’œil entremets. The class was hosted by our neighbors at Congressional Country Club and taught by Chef Fred CsibiLevin. Chef Levin already has one published book, Mastering Macarons, and his second, Pâtisserie Extraordinaire, is upcoming. The small class consisted of me and seven other Pastry Chefs ranging from different corners of the country. During this immersive workshop, we worked alongside Chef

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Levin as he shared his techniques for creating hyper-realistic desserts while diving into the science, design philosophy, workflow, and finishing methods behind these incredible creations. I’ve created similar items for our club in the past, but to see exactly how these delectables should be produced from the master himself was a pleasure far beyond my expectations. Each day was a six-plus-hour session of collaboration, insight, and idea exchange on a professional level. This workshop really got me excited to create something new, unique, and all around amazing for our Membership. 

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Membership

interests include golf, traveling, wine, and spending time with their loving Yorkie Terrier, Jack.

Moments BY SHELLY GOOREVICH

MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR

Michael and Carla Blumenthal recently moved to Springfield from Savannah to be closer to their family. Michael received his Bachelor of Science from Purdue, a Master of Science from Michigan State, and a Master of Business Administration from Baruch College (City University of New York). While a recent Springfield arrival, he is familiar with the area as he spent 24 years working in Washington D.C. for a national trade association, and, after retiring, continued to work as a consultant. Carla, originally from Buffalo, moved to New York City to attend graduate school, and stayed in the city until she, Michael, and their two daughters moved to Nyack, New York. 26 years later they moved to Naples, and then to Savannah. Carla spent 32 years working for the State of New York at the Psychiatric Institute at Columbia University. While in Nyack, she served on several school boards and organized a series of fundraisers. After retiring from the State of New York, Carla was an Assistant Clinical Professor at the Columbia School of Social Work. During her time in Naples, she served on the Board of a regional fundraising organization for the food-insecure and while in Savannah served on the Board of several local service-related organizations. Carla is interested in playing tennis, pickleball, bridge, canasta, and Mah Jong.

Michael and Carla Blumenthal

Scott Schedler grew up in the Chicago suburbs. He earned his BA at Knox College and MBA at the Kellogg School of Northwestern University. He served in CFO and General Management roles at GE and The Motley Fool, and he runs his own Venture Capital business. Scott enjoys golf, basketball, and

Scott and Dee Ann Schedler

piano. Dee Ann grew up in Houston and earned her BA from The University of Texas. She leads the CIBC Private Wealth Management Mid-Atlantic region. Dee Ann enjoys golf, hiking, and wine. The Schedlers reside in Falls Church and are excited to start enjoying everything SGCC has to offer. 

Here for the Holidays BY JEN KEELER | DIRECTOR OF BANQUETS & EVENTS

John and Catherine Langford

Don’t let poor planning lead to a bah-humbug holiday! Celebrate beloved traditions or make new memories with your family, neighbors, colleagues, and friends at SGCC. Coveted spots for holiday parties and gatherings are already filling up, so don’t wait to reach out to put your event on our calendar. As you plan, please consider dates during the week or weekend brunch reservations. Weekend evenings are the first to go, so having a back-up plan is important. You should also have a rough idea of how many guests you’re expecting so we can be sure to book the right space for your celebration.

John and Dr. Catherine Langford have been married for 16 years and have lived in Falls Church since 2017. John graduated from Marymount University in 2005 with a degree in business law and is now a Wealth Advisor at Corient Private Wealth. Additionally, John is on the Board of Directors as the Treasurer of Arlington Thrive, an Arlington non-profit that provides vital resources to those in need. Catherine is a retired Air Force veteran and is a Strategic IT Network Advisor at Booz Allen Hamilton. Additionally, Catherine is a Hospital Resiliency group volunteer with INCOSE, a global non-profit organization dedicated to developing the global community of systems engineers and systems approaches to problems. Their

Already feeling overwhelmed by your December calendar? Consider hosting your event in January instead! Plenty of people like to have an extended holiday season and gather together in the New Year.

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Nick Pearson and Cara Traub met in Washington D.C. before settling in Alexandria, where they got married and live with their mini bernedoodle puppy, Ollie. Cara is originally from Rockville, Maryland, and currently works in government consulting, while Nick was raised in the Philadelphia area and practices corporate tax law. Nick and Cara enjoy exploring new restaurants, attending concerts, and traveling to Long Beach Island on the Jersey shore whenever they can get away. They look forward to building a stronger sense of community, spending their summer weekends relaxing by the pool, and getting out on the golf course as they get to know their new friends at SGCC!

From traditional to whimsical, intimate to company-wide, we look forward to making your season merry and bright! Email events@sgccva.org to start planning today. 

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MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

Fall Aerification

FRIDAY

Learn More About Our September Events...

SATURDAY

SUNDAY

1–3

Holiday Hours

10 Deadline for Board Election Applications

Labor Day Picnic at the Pool

Tennis Junior Club Short Game School Championship 10:00 AM–3:00 PM

Peptides 101

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Dog Swim 5:30–6:00 PM

Greenside Grille: Dîner en Blanc

Tame the Taboo: Hormones 101

6:30 PM

6:00 PM

9:00 AM–3:00 PM

Brunch Buffet

NFL Sundays at the Pavilion

Pickleball Club Championship

6:00–9:00 PM

Fall Member/Guest Fall Member/Guest

Board of Directors Meeting

LABOR DAY PICNIC AT THE POOL 12:00–8:00 PM (food until 7:00 PM)

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6:00 PM

NFL SUNDAYS AT THE PAVILION

We’re extending summer...at least for football! Sundays in September, we will open the Pavilion for the 1:00 PM games and 4:00 PM games. The Pavilion will close once the 4:00 PM games conclude.

PEPTIDES 101: THE FUTURE OF WELLNESS 3:00 PM

An expert-led discussion on exploring the science behind today’s most talked about wellness therapies with SGCC Member and Elevate Wellness Chief Operating & Experience Officer Lois Collins, RN, MSN. Registration required.

Music on the Patio

TENNIS JUNIOR CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP

SHORT GAME SCHOOL 10:00 AM–3:00 PM

GREENSIDE GRILLE: DÎNER EN BLANC 6:30 PM

Adapted from the Paris-inspired pop-up picnic, enjoy a family-style dining experience on the golf course. Featuring live music, guests are encouraged to dress in white and share a gourmet meal during sunset. Chef has curated a fabulous farm-to-table menu with four courses that will sure delight your taste buds! Registration closes on September 13, and limited seats are available.

GOLF COURSE OPEN

Labor Day is the last day the Pool is open for the season.

3:00 PM

Labor Day Monday. Holiday rules apply.

Music, food, kids activities, and an inflatable water slide! Celebrate the unofficial end of summer with us. Registration and wristbands required for food. Adults $30++ Kids 5-11 $18++.

NFL Sundays at the Pavilion

12:00–8:00 PM

FALL AERIFICATION

OUTDOOR PICKLEBALL CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP 6:00–9:00 PM NFL SUNDAYS AT THE PAVILION

We’re extending summer...at least for football! Sundays in September, we will open the Pavilion for the 1:00 PM games and 4:00 PM games. The Pavilion will close once the 4:00 PM games conclude.

TAME THE TABOO: HORMONES 101 3:00 PM

With DiscovHER Health. Healthcare, education, and resources for women’s health topics including menospause, hormones, and the hidden health gap. Registration required.

SUNDAY BRUNCH BUFFET 9:00 AM–3:00 PM

MUSIC ON THE PATIO 6:00–10:00 PM

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CLUBHOUSE CLOSED MONDAYS 2 FOR $35 TUESDAYS, 5:00–9:00 PM SIGNATURE SHAKE & BURGER SPECIAL WEDNESDAYS HAPPY HOUR THURSDAYS, 5:30-7:30 PM FRIDAY BUFFET, 5:00-9:00 PM BREAKFAST, SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS 7:00-10:00 AM SUNDAY BRUNCH, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

DOG SWIM 5:30–6:00 PM

Members are invited to bring their pups to make a splash as we close out the pool season. Please, no guests. Dogs should arrive on leashes. This is one of our favorite events of the year

NFL SUNDAYS AT THE PAVILION

We’re extending summer...at least for football! Sundays in September, we will open the Pavilion for the 1:00 PM games and 4:00 PM games. The Pavilion will close once the 4:00 PM games conclude.

October 2026

MONDAY

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

THURSDAY

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

9 Golf Club Championship

Learn More About Our October Events...

10 Golf Club Championship

SUNDAY 4

11 Golf Club Championship

18 Brunch Buffet

9:00 AM–3:00 PM

Family Halloween Festival 6:00 PM

Annual Membership Meeting

Halloween Social Live Ball

7:00 PM

31 Closing Breakfast

9–11

GOLF CLUB CHAMPIONSHIP

FAMILY HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL 6:00–9:00 AM

SUNDAY BRUNCH BUFFET 9:00 AM–3:00 PM

Join us for a spooktacular evening of fun for all ages!

ANNUAL MEETING OF THE MEMBERSHIP 7:00 PM

HALLOWEEN SOCIAL TENNIS LIVE BALL

CLOSING BREAKFAST

Coach’s Corner

Words of Wellness

I recently went to the beach with my family, and we spent a lot of time riding waves on our boogie boards. At 12 years old, my eldest son wanted to ride almost every wave that came his way. I couldn’t blame him. When you’re sitting on a boogie board with waves rolling toward you, the temptation is to paddle hard and go for it. The problem was many of those waves weren’t really worth taking. Some broke at the wrong time. Others didn’t have enough strength behind them. He was getting some rides, but many were short and unmemorable.

Over the past year, Concierge Physical Therapy has been an important part of our fitness community, helping Members move better, feel stronger, and work toward their goals. As we approach our one-year anniversary of partnering with Concierge Physical Therapy, we thought it was the perfect time to reintroduce you to our Head Physical Therapist, Courtney Yon!

I encouraged him to try something that is surprisingly difficult for a 12-year-old: relax and wait for the perfect wave. Eventually, he did. While we were floating farther out, he noticed a set forming on the horizon. Instead of chasing the waves immediately in front of him, he positioned himself and his board ahead of time. He waited, timed his paddle perfectly, pushed off at just the right moment, and caught a fast, long wave that nobody else was riding.

Jackie O’Shea: Courtney, a lot of our Members know you, but many don’t. Can you please tell us a little about yourself?

BY BRANDEN BEETS | DIRECTOR OF RACQUET SPORTS

It was different. As I watched him ride that wave, I realized how much this actually reminded me of tennis. In match play, our natural instinct is often to feel like we have to do something with every ball. We try to hit the winner too early, attack a ball that isn’t quite there, change direction unnecessarily, or force a point because we feel like we need to make something happen. But not every ball is our wave. Sometimes the best decision is to rally one more ball. Sometimes it is to stay patient, move our opponent, and wait for the shorter ball. Sometimes it is simply to keep the ball in play and allow the opportunity to develop. The best players aren’t necessarily the ones who try to do the most with every ball. They are often the ones who recognize the right opportunity, prepare for it, and then have the discipline to take it when it arrives. Don’t rush the process! As our men’s and women’s Interclub teams, junior tennis players, and pickleball players begin their fall seasons, I hope we can all remember the lesson from the beach: You don’t have to take every wave. Watch. Prepare. Be patient. And when the right one comes along, be ready to ride it.

BY JACKIE O’SHEA, FITNESS COORDINATOR, IN CONVERSATION WITH DR. COURTNEY YON

Dr. Courtney Yon: Of course! Hi! I’m Courtney Yon, a Doctor of Physical Therapy with a passion for helping people stay active, recover from injuries, and achieve their personal goals. Originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, I earned my bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science with a concentration in Exercise Physiology from the University of Delaware. I then completed my Doctor of Physical Therapy degree at Thomas Jefferson University.

JO: How did you come to join Concierge? CY: In 2023, I welcomed my daughter, Emmy. While continuing to treat patients in the clinic, I also joined the Concierge Physical Therapy team upon return from maternity leave. After my son, Noah, was born in 2025, I chose to focus exclusively on Concierge Physical Therapy, allowing me to provide personalized care in a more flexible and convenient setting for my patients.

JO: For those who aren’t familiar, can you tell us a bit about how PT works here at the Club? CY: Since September 2025, I have been proud to serve the Members of SGCC, treating patients in the Fitness Center on the main floor. Members can book appointments online through the Club’s website.

JO: Who is PT for? JO: Can you tell us a little bit about your work after school? CY: After graduating, I had the unique opportunity to work overseas for nearly three years, treating military personnel and their families on U.S. military bases throughout Germany. When I returned to the greater Philadelphia area, I spent another three years working in pediatrics, where I also began specializing in orthopedic and sports rehabilitation. In 2016, I relocated to the Washington, DC area and joined an outpatient orthopedic practice. There, I was part of the sports medicine program, providing rehabilitation for professional, collegiate, and high school athletes. After four years, I transitioned to a private-pay practice, where I continued treating athletes of all levels while also helping active adults return to the activities they love through individualized, oneon-one care.

CY: Physical therapy isn’t just for recovering from an injury, it can also be a powerful tool for prevention, performance, and staying active. It’s for anyone looking to move better, feel stronger, recover from an injury, or prevent one in the first place. Whether you’re dealing with aches and pains, returning to exercise after surgery or an injury, or simply want to improve your mobility and strength, PT can help.

JO: Tell us a bit about your specific approach. CY: I specialize in orthopedic and sports physical therapy and am a certified manual therapist and dry needling practitioner. My treatment approach combines hands-on techniques with individualized exercise programs to help patients reduce pain, restore movement, and safely return to the activities they

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Bridge

Banter BY DON FREDERICK

Summer is rapidly drawing to a close. The pool season is ending, and soon there will be a nip in the air. Looking for a new way to step inside and enjoy our beautiful club? Do you play bridge? If yes, join the SGCC Friday Evening Bridge Group at one of our upcoming events. Here are the results of our recent sessions: AUGUST 7 First: Ellen and Charles Rolen Second: Letty and Ken Silverberg Third: Mary and Ed Kringer

enjoy; whether that’s competing in sports, staying active, or simply moving through everyday life with confidence.

JO: What’s your schedule here at the Club? When can Members book? CY: I am available for appointments in the Fitness Center on Mondays & Wednesdays from 1:00–4:00 PM and Tuesdays & Thursdays from 9:00 AM until 4:00 PM. We also have Amber Pische, another physical therapist, who is also available to see patients Monday–Friday. Members can book appointments that fit their schedule by using the online booking system linked on the Physical Therapy page of the SGCC website.

JO: It’s clear you’re passionate about your work, but tell us a little bit about you—what do you like to do? CY: Outside of physical therapy, I’m a fitness enthusiast and love staying active. I am the Head Coach of Orangetheory Fitness Bradlee. Along with managing the fitness side, I coach classes on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings, which allows me to combine my passion for fitness with my love of helping others reach their goals. When I’m not working or coaching, I enjoy spending time outdoors with my family, listening to country music, and cheering on my favorite Pittsburgh teams: the Steelers and Penguins!

Football Season Football season has arrived! The Club subscribes to YouTube TV and DirectTV with the NFL Ticket, so you won’t miss your team take the field. We show college games, too! Please note, we are still closed on Mondays. As always, please be sure to conduct yourself using decorum expected at a country club. Offensive language and behavior will not be tolerated. Please use these games as an opportunity to come together in the spirit of sport.

Football Specials in the Bar Our Gridiron Menu will be available in the Bar on Saturdays and Sundays starting at 11:00 AM. Enjoy game day favorites like loaded fries, fried pickle spears, and more! As a reminder, we do not take reservations in the Bar. Please be sure to adhere to the jersey policy.

AUGUST 21 First: Mary and Ed Kringer Second: Pat Fischer and Elaine Voss Third: Robin Alapas and Kit Weyer We play relaxed, party bridge on the first and third Friday evenings of each month. Many of us gather for dinner first. If you’d like to join us, call Don Frederick at 703.425.9722. Our next scheduled evenings September 4, September 18, and October 2. 

JO: What’s the biggest thing you want Members to know about you and physical therapy?

Jersey Policy

CY: Whether you’re recovering from an injury, managing aches and pains, or looking to improve your strength, mobility, and performance, my goal is to help you move better, feel better, and get back to doing what you love.

Jerseys are permitted during games on Sundays in the Bar & Lounge. To remain consistent with the dress code that does not allow t-shirts or branded sweatshirts and hoodies, we are only allowing jerseys to be worn. Anything other than a jersey must be consistent with the Club’s dress code. Jerseys are only permitted in the Bar & Lounge and not in the Dining Room or on the Patio.

Taking care of your body today can help keep you doing the things you love tomorrow. 

This relaxed dress code only applies on Sundays, and jerseys are not permitted on Saturdays for college football games. Our goal is to briefly relax the dress code and promote a fun atmosphere while keeping the tradition of a private club. If you plan on having dinner in the Dining Room after the game, please plan accordingly and bring a change of clothes.

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NFL Sundays at the Pavilion Sundays in September we’ll be showing the 1:00 PM and 4:00 PM games at the Pavilion bar!

September 13 • 1:00 PM • Saints vs Lions • Buccaneers vs Bengals • Ravens vs Colts Browns vs Jaguars • Jets vs Titans • Bills vs Texans Falcons vs Steelers • Bears vs Panthers • 4:25 PM • Packers vs Vikings • Dolphins vs Raiders Cardinals vs Chargers • Commanders vs Eagles

September 20 • 1:00 PM • Bengals vs Texans • Packers vs Jets • Saints vs Ravens Eagles vs Titans • Vikings vs Bears • Browns vs Buccaneers Steelers vs Patriots • Panthers vs Falcons • 4:05 / 4:25 PM • Raiders vs Chargers • Jaguars vs Broncos Commanders vs Cowboys • Dolphins vs 49ers Seahawks vs Cardinals

September 27 • 1:00 PM • Bengals vs Steelers • Patriots vs Jaguars • Titans vs Giants Seahawks vs Commanders • Jets vs Lions • Texans vs Colts Panthers vs Browns • Chiefs vs Dolphins • Chargers vs Bills • 4:05 / 4:25 PM • Cardinals vs 49ers • Vikings vs Buccaneers • Raiders vs Saints Ravens vs Cowboys

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(82), Steve Bartlett (83), and Jim Workman (84). Numerous players turned in the remarkable net scores for day including Mark Hite (66), Mark Crook (69), Pak Fong (69), Peter Lee (70), George Alapas (70), and Mark Spooner (70). Springfield also took all four of the sweeps: Paul Mandeville/George Alapas took first place with a 60 (-11); Mark Waters/Bill Wydo took second place with a 63 (-8); Mark Hite/Peter Lee finished third at 63 (-8); and Mark Crook/F.D. Rosenberger captured fourth place at 64 (-7).

Retirees Recap BY RUSTY ROESCH

The Springfield Retirees are maintaining a second-place position in our Division at one game behind Army Navy Fairfax Country Club. We have the 7th best league winning percentage with three regular season games to go: two matches at home against Army Navy Country Club Arlington and International Country Club along with one away match against Regency Country Club. Winning all three end-of-season matches will lock in a spot for us in the October playoffs. On July 23rd, we travelled to Belle Haven, fought hard, and came oh-so-close to pulling off a win on their turf only to lose 18½ to 17½. Away wins are hard to get, and we almost pulled off beating another division-leading team. Notable match scores included 3-point winners Jack Mayer/Stan Quick, Hank Webb/Mark Waters, and Mark Spooner/Mike Cifrino. Mark Morganfield/Rex Simmons delivered 2½ points while Harry Kline/Walter Burkhardt scored 2 points. Jack Mayer/

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Stan Quick took first place in the sweeps with a very nice 8 under 64. Derrick Smith led the team with 76 low gross score. Noteworthy net scores included Jack Mayer (70), Stan Quick (72), Derrick Smith (73), Mark Waters (73), and Scott Kidd (73). Next, Springfield Retirees soundly defeated Chantilly Country Club on July 30th at home 22½ to 13½. The highlight of the day was Don Bisenius’ hole-in-one on number 11 from 135 yards. 3-point winners included Mark Hite/Peter Lee (Mark shot a career-best 81), Paul Mandeville/George Alapas (George scored an EAGLE on the eighth hole), and Mark Waters/Bill Wydo. Steve McArdle/Jim Wilson, Mark Crook/ F.D. Rosenberger, Steve Bartlett/Ron Devine, and Walter Burkhardt/Jordan Weinstein all delivered 2½ points. The lowest gross scores for the day were turned in by Mark Crook (77), Steve McArdle (81), Mark Hite (81), Walter Burkhardt

We won a home match on August 6th over the North Division leader, Evergreen Country Club, 28½ to 7½. Numerous teams won 3 points, including Richard Lion/Mike Saylor, Derrick Smith/Steve McArdle, Mark Crook/George Cave, Peter Lee/ Rusty Roesch, and Mark Spooner/Mike Cifrino. First place in the sweeps went to Robert Wooding/F.D. Rosenberger; Richard Lion/Mike Saylor captured second place; and Steve Bartlett/Johnny Harper placed fourth. The best gross scores for the day went to Richard Lion (72), Derrick Smith (75), Mike Saylor (77), and Mark Crook (77). To carry the day, multiple players turned in low net scores including: F.D Rosenberger (67), Mark Spooner (68), Steve Bartlett (68), Mark Hite (68), Richar Lion (69), Derrick Smith (70), Mark Crook (70), Johnny Harper (70), Mark Morganfield (70), Bill Schneider (70), and Bill Wydo (70). Despite fielding a perfect lineup, the Retirees lost a key match to our Division leader Army Navy Country Club Fairfax on August 13th. Even with maximum handicap differentials between partners and lots of strokes coming our way, we suffered an unusual loss on our home turf, 23½ to 12½. Scorers included Mike Saylor/Lee Morgan and Jim Workman/Bob Harrison, each capturing 2½ points, and Bruce Sheaffer/ Jim Wilson and F.D. Rosenberger/Paul Mandeville delivering 2 points each. The low net score for the day with a 77 went once again to Mike Saylor, followed closely by Jim Yates with a 78. Low net scores of 70 went to Mark Waters and Mark Morganfield. Also, Mark Morganfield/Brad Westermann, playing as alternates, won the sweeps with a very low net 62. And not far behind, Mike Saylor/Lee Morgan took third place in the sweeps with a net 65. To support highly competitive home and away matches, our Retiree Team needs fresh players every year. Note that it is never too late to join the Retirees (just be 50+ and dream about retirement). For more information on joining, please contact Bruce Nordstrom at bnorthstream@yahoo.com or call 202.494.6558. 