Player Development Professional Ryan Williams 369-2371 | rawilliams@woodbridgegcc.com
Golf Shop/Tee Times 369-2371
Fitness Center Coordinator James Stewart 370-6330 | sports@woodbridgegcc.com
Tennis Professional Mauricio Achondo, USPTA 327-5659 | machondo@woodbridgegcc.com
Tennis Professional Haley Marais, USPTA 275-5158 | hmarais@woodbridgegcc.com
Sports Complex & Reservations 370-6330
THE TAP IN Short, quick news
April 30 is deadline for last names starting with M-R If your last name starts with M-R, your food and beverage quarterly minimum ends this month. As a reminder, our events, Cafe food and beverage, beverage cart and wine bottle purchases all count toward your food and beverage minimum.
Upcoming Member Events & Meetings
Apr 2: Charity Bridge
Apr 2: Sports Committee Meeting
Apr 5: Easter Sunday Brunch
Apr 6: Bird Walk
Apr 8: Social Committee Meeting
Apr 9: Membership Committee Meeting
Apr 10: Greens Committee Meeting
Apr 15: Men’s Guest Day
Apr 21: House Committee Meeting
Apr 21: Finance Committee Meeting
Apr 22: Cigar Club Event
Apr 24: Tennis Spring Fling Round Robin
Apr 25: Bingo!
Apr 28: Board of Directors Meeting
Apr 29: Greens Committee Meeting
March
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SPRINGTIME SAFETY CHECK
Staying Safe as We Head Into the
Busy Season
As we move into the busy season and temperatures begin to rise, it’s important to remember that warmer weather can put additional stress on our bodies — especially during physical activity like golf, tennis, or fitness training.
We encourage all members to stay well-hydrated, take breaks when needed, and be mindful of how you’re feeling while enjoying the club.
Just as important, please take a moment to familiarize yourself with the locations of our AEDs (Automated External Defibrillators). In the event of a medical emergency, quick access can make a critical difference.
AED Locations:
1. Fitness Center
2. F&B Front Office (door always remains unlocked)
3. Maintenance Team Breakroom
Signage:
AED locations are clearly marked with visible signage throughout these areas, and all units are accessible.
While we hope they are never needed, being aware of these locations helps ensure we are all prepared to respond quickly in an emergency.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
Stay safe and enjoy the season!
BY RYAN BILL GENERAL MANAGER
BY KRISTINE ROBERSON MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR
20,106
Experts say that if you spend 10,000 hours doing something, you can call yourself an expert.
More than 20,000 working hours ago, I accepted the position of Membership Director at Woodbridge.
When you spend that much time in one role, the numbers start to tell a story. Not just about growth, but about people, patterns, pressure, persistence, and everything it takes to keep something moving forward year after year. Over the course of 20,106 hours, I learned that data can validate success, challenge assumptions, and reveal the difference between what happened by circumstance and what was intentionally built.
When I stepped into this role in 2016, the club had 544 members and no formal system for tracking prospects and leads. One of the first things I did was establish a CRM. That first year, we generated 146 new contacts. At the time, budgets were tight, membership was tighter, and every lead and every sale mattered.
By March 2026, the club had grown to 755 members, more than $389,000 in monthly recurring dues revenue, and 607 new contacts entering the pipeline annually. Over the course of my tenure, that work contributed to a 39% increase in membership and more than $200,000 in additional monthly dues revenue. Those are numbers I am incredibly proud of.
And my CRM system? Today, that database holds 2,943 total contacts — years of conversations, follow-up, interest, outreach, and relationship-building captured in one place.
But the real story was never just in the totals.
One of the most valuable lessons this job taught me is that numbers do not always speak for themselves. Sometimes they need context. Sometimes they need honesty. And sometimes they tell a more meaningful story when you are willing to admit the messy parts, too.
Case in point: the COVID years. Between 2020 and 2022, golf experienced an unprecedented surge in demand. Courses across the country saw levels of interest that overwhelmed normal operations, and our club was no exception. Membership inquiries were coming in faster than I could systematically process and
document them. The CRM fell behind, not because interest was down, but because demand had outpaced infrastructure.
To quote my grandfather from Little Rock, Arkansas, membership sales were coming in “faster than I could shake a stick at.”
That matters because 2022 appears in my data as a low point, with just 110 new contacts logged, even though it fell during one of the highest-demand periods the industry had seen in years. A quick reading of that number might suggest a strategy problem. The truth is more complicated. It reflects what happens when extraordinary demand lands on the shoulders of one person. The data from that period says as much about capacity as it does about performance.
I could have left that part out and told a cleaner story. But after all these years, I think the honest story matters more.
For me, the most meaningful work began after the surge settled.
What came next was not about fixing a broken strategy. It was about building a stronger one. I evaluated which channels were producing contacts consistently and which were producing them more by chance. I recognized that our acquisition efforts relied too heavily on offline sources and organic search — both valuable, but not easy to scale on demand. I introduced paid social as a controllable, budget-driven acquisition channel. I strengthened CRM discipline so our contact capture more accurately reflected real activity. And I monitored results year after year, adjusting the mix based on what the data revealed.
The result was four consecutive years of contact growth, with paid social scaling from zero to 37% of annual contact volume and annual acquisition rising to 607 contacts — a 452% increase from the 2022 baseline and a 316% increase from 2016.
For anyone who did not see the baseline years, or who only looks at recent sales pace without the larger context, today’s numbers might seem slower than they should be. But the story the data actually tells is that the club has returned to a more normal, sustainable growth pattern — one shaped not by an industrywide boom, but by deliberate strategy, disciplined systems, and ongoing analysis.
That distinction matters.
During COVID, golf clubs did not need a particularly sophisticated outreach strategy. They needed someone to answer the phone. The growth that happened during that period was real, but it was also temporary, marketdriven, and impossible to use as a reliable long-term measure of program health.
The growth that followed was different. It happened in a normalized, competitive environment. It required consistent follow-up, thoughtful strategy, careful stewardship of leads, and a willingness to keep asking not just whether the numbers were moving, but why.
That is the standard I have tried to hold my work to over these 20,106 hours: not simply whether results improved, but whether I could understand them, explain them, and create the conditions to produce them again.
And maybe that is what I will carry with me most from this chapter — not just the numbers, but the lessons behind them. The importance of paying attention. The value of building systems that last. The humility to know that growth is never caused by one thing alone. And the quiet satisfaction of knowing I left my mark. My work mattered. I gave this role my full effort, my creativity, and a very large piece of my working life.
Now, it is time to reset the clock.
As I close out these final hours, I do so with genuine gratitude for everything this role has taught me. I am proud of the impact I made, proud of the growth that happened here, and proud of the work behind the work — the thinking, the building, the adapting, and the care that does not always show up in a headline number.
With grace and gratitude.
MARCH’S NEW MEMBERS
Please join us in extending a warm welcome to our newest members. We are delighted to have these individuals and families become part of the Woodbridge community, and we look forward to seeing them enjoy all the Club has to offer.
Suzanne Boggiano joins Woodbridge as a Sports member and was sponsored by David Boggiano. Originally from Stockton, Suzanne recently returned to the area after spending part of her Costco career in Atlanta. A Santa Clara graduate and longtime Costco buyer, she was introduced to Woodbridge through family and quickly experienced the welcoming spirit of the Club. After spending time at Woodbridge and enjoying a tennis lesson with Haley, Suzanne was especially impressed by the friendly interactions with both members and staff. She looks forward to becoming part of the Woodbridge community.
Adam and Laura Dodd have joined as Sports members and were sponsored by Gary and Cherie Fiscus. Adam is a physician executive and OB/GYN with Sutter Gould Medical Group in Stockton, where he serves as Medical Director of Experience of Care and Assistant Medical Director of Quality. Laura is a retired dentist, mother of two, and enjoys fitness and the arts. As longtime Central Valley residents, Adam and Laura value community, family time, outdoor activities, and travel. They are also active in their local church and are excited to become part of the Woodbridge family.
Nicolas and Tianna Perez join the Club as Young Professional members and were sponsored by Chad Bartlett. Nicolas works as a project manager for Frank M. Booth, and Tianna works for Waste Management. They were encouraged to join by close friends who are already members and have spoken highly of the Club’s atmosphere and amenities. Nicolas is especially looking forward to spending more time on the golf course and being part of an active golf community, while both are excited to raise their growing family in a place that offers a welcoming, family-friendly environment.
Richard and Katie Pruden have joined as Full Golf members and were sponsored by Leticia Bush. Lifelong area residents, Richard and Katie will celebrate 17 years of marriage in May and are the proud parents of three children. Together, they own three businesses: Pruden Roofing, a sheet metal manufacturing company, and a frozen yogurt shop. They were drawn to Woodbridge for its strong family atmosphere, the chance to golf together as a family, and the opportunity to enjoy the Club’s many community events and sports programs. They are looking forward to making the most of all the Club has to offer.
We are so pleased to welcome these new members to Woodbridge and hope you will join us in making them feel right at home.
FULL GOLF: 459
LIMITED GOLF: 47
NON GOLF: 250
AS OF 3/31/26
TOTAL: 756
HOPPING TO IT
BY KELLEY MORI FOOD & BEVERAGE DIRECTOR
F&B NEWS
A Reminder on Our Dress Code in the Restaurant and Dining Areas
As we enter the busy spring season and approach our popular events, we want to remind all members of the importance of proper attire when dining at the club.
Proper country club attire that reflects the standard of our Club is required in the restaurant and all dining areas.
The following is not allowed:
• Frayed or torn clothing
• Sports jerseys
• Graphic t-shirts
• Tank tops
• Halter tops
• Bathing suits
• Short shorts (mid-thigh minimum length)
• Ski-type caps
• Hats worn backwards
Clean blue jeans are allowed in the Café. The dress code applies to all juniors and adults alike.
Example of an acceptable t-shirt: A solid-color, collared golf or polo-style shirt (neat, clean, and without graphics or logos).
We have noticed an increase in dress code violations in the dining areas recently. To maintain a consistent and respectful environment for all, members and guests who do not comply will be politely asked to correct their attire or, if necessary, leave the dining area until they are properly dressed. This policy will be enforced fairly and consistently.
Why the Dress Code Matters for Young and Older Members Alike Dining at the club is a special experience that brings together members of all ages — from families with young children to our longtime senior members. The dress code helps preserve a refined, welcoming atmosphere where everyone can enjoy their meal comfortably.
For our younger members and juniors, dressing appropriately teaches respect, discipline, and the value of presenting oneself well in a social setting. It helps them feel part of the club’s tradition while building confidence.
For our older and longtime members, the dress code ensures the restaurant and dining areas remain an elegant and comfortable place to gather, dine, and socialize without distractions. When we all follow the same standards, it creates mutual respect and pride that enhances the experience for every generation.
We truly appreciate the majority of our members who already dress properly and help set a positive example. If you’re ever unsure about what is acceptable, please feel free to ask any member of the restaurant or pro shop staff — we’re happy to assist.
Thank you for helping us maintain the high standards that make our club’s dining experience so enjoyable for everyone.
GOLF UPDATE
GOLF SHOP NEWS
BY JOHN HUGHES, PGA
GOLF PROFESSIONAL
Spring Golf Programming
Men's Guest Day
Wed, Apr 15 — Sign Up at the Golf Shop!
• Guest Fee $75
• Member Fee $55 if on a cart plan, otherwise $75.
• All included: Breakfast, Lunch, Cart fee, Prize fund, Free green fee. >>> Great Deal!
• Format: Better Ball of 2 Players - Net.
• 8:30am Shotgun - Vineyard/River.
• Optional $10 per player cash buy-in for skins.
Woodbridge Events for Senior Men
Woodbridge Golf & Country Club’s 50+ members have a full calendar of opportunities to connect and compete through Central Valley Seniors (CVS) and Home & Home (H&H) events across California’s Central Valley.
Central Valley Seniors (CVS)
• When: Mondays (non-tournament play)
• Format: Shotgun start at 8:30–9:00 AM
• Cost: $35 (walkers) / $55 (cart) – includes breakfast
• Guests: Permitted
Home & Home (H&H)
• Format: Best-ball tournaments with 4-man teams
• Teams include members from different clubs with mixed skill levels
• Start Time: Shotgun start at 8:30–9:00 AM
• Cost: $70 – includes cart, breakfast, lunch, and prize fund
• Eligibility: WGCC members only
Schedules and sign-up sheets are posted on the Pro Shop bulletin board 4–6 weeks prior to each event. For more information, please contact Tim Avery (Captain).
On a returned Four-Ball stroke-play scorecard, if the score to count for the side is lower than actually made or is not clearly attributed to the individual partner who made the score, the side gets the general penalty. True or False?
Answer –True. The side is disqualified.
This Month’s Question –
A player may repair damage to the putting green by animals, such as hoof indentations. True or False?
BY LOU SILVEIRA GOLF COURSE SUPERINTENDENT
Course Conditions Continue to Improve This Spring
As we move into April, we are pleased to report that our spring aeration program has been successfully completed across greens, tees, and fairways. This essential cultural practice is one of the most important steps we take each year to ensure the long-term health, playability, and consistency of the golf course. Aeration allows us to relieve soil compaction, improve oxygen exchange in the rootzone, enhance water infiltration, and create space for new root growth. Additionally, the sand topdressing incorporated during this process helps smooth surfaces and improve firmness and drainage over time. While the short-term disruption can be noticeable, the long-term benefits are critical—especially as we prepare the course for the demands of the spring and summer seasons.
With aeration now behind us, our focus shifts to turf recovery and strengthening playing conditions throughout the property. Over the next few weeks, you will continue to see steady improvement in green surfaces. As the turf heals and fills in, we will gradually increase mowing frequency and begin fine-tuning green speeds. Our goal is to provide smooth, firm, and consistent putting surfaces heading into the heart of the season.
Fairway Transition – Bermuda Base Strengthening
As part of our seasonal transition program, we have begun spraying out cool-season grasses on bermudagrass fairways on both the Vineyard and River courses. This is a key step in promoting a strong, uniform bermuda base heading into the warmer months.
Over the next several weeks, members will notice areas of yellowing and thinning turf in the fairways. This is expected and is a direct result of the selective removal of cool-season grasses. As these grasses decline, the bermudagrass underneath will begin to emerge, fill in, and strengthen.
This process reduces competition for water, nutrients, and sunlight, allowing the bermuda to become the dominant surface. The result will be improved turf density, better playing conditions, and more consistent surfaces throughout the summer.
We appreciate your patience during the aeration and transition process and your continued support of these important agronomic practices. The work completed over the past few weeks lays the foundation for a strong season ahead, and we are excited about the improvements you will continue to see throughout April and beyond.
As always, if you have any questions or would like to learn more about the work being done on the golf course, please don’t hesitate to reach out.
We look forward to seeing you out on the course.
BY RYAN WILLIAMS PLAYER DEVELOPMENT PROFESSIONAL
March’s Tip of the Month Spring Into Good Golf This Spring
In a world saturated with television and social media, there is no shortage of information in golf. Ironically, as information increases, wisdom often decreases. YouTube videos, Instagram reels, and instructional articles all promise that one “skeleton key” tip—the fix that will unlock your swing.
But that key doesn’t exist.
Golf is a game defined by constant change. The feel that helps you today may abandon you tomorrow. Your swing evolves, your body changes, and your tendencies shift. What works now has a shelf life.
So instead of chasing tips, it’s worth studying players and coaches who embody something deeper—clarity, discipline, and simplicity. Since 2022, Scottie Scheffler has been on one of the most dominant runs in modern golf, reminiscent of Tiger Woods at his peak. With remarkable consistency and composure, he’s separated himself from the field—not through complexity, but through mastery of the basics.
From the outside, Scheffler’s approach appears almost simple. He understands his fundamentals deeply and trains them relentlessly in uncomplicated ways. His process can be distilled into three key areas:
1. Grip
Scheffler is obsessive about how he holds the club. He reportedly practices daily with a molded grip, reinforcing hand placement until it becomes automatic.
2. Setup (Posture & Alignment)
He is equally disciplined in how he stands to the ball. He has spoken about making his address position as consistent as possible—a quiet detail that underpins everything in the swing.
3. Takeaway
Like many elite players, Scheffler prioritizes the position when the club is parallel to the ground. A neutral clubface and structured takeaway give him a reliable foundation for the rest of the swing.
These are not flashy ideas—but they are powerful. At address, his arms hang naturally, stacked over the balls of his feet. Interestingly, he stands closer to the ball than many amateurs would expect—a common trait among great players.
From there, his takeaway is textbook: the clubhead slightly outside the hands, the face neutral. With that foundation, he has the
shape shots at will, though he favors a controlled fade.
Drill: The “5 Steps” Drill
With my junior golfers, I teach what I call the 5 Steps Drill:
1. Build your grip
2. Set your posture and alignment
3. Start the takeaway
4. Stop at halfway back (club parallel)
5. Hit the ball from that position
The idea is simple: if you can own these positions, you can build a repeatable swing. If it’s good enough for the best players in the world, it’s good enough for us.
Scheffler’s real advantage, however, goes beyond mechanics. He does the simple, even boring things at an elite level—every single day. Then, once those boxes are checked, his focus shifts to what actually determines scores: shot-making.
He manages different lies, controls trajectory, adapts to wind, and handles pressure. Other players often comment on how many shots he can create and how imaginative his short game is—skills that have been on full display in his major victories.
The takeaway is this:
Train your fundamentals with discipline. Make them automatic. Then shift your attention to the realities of golf—lies, conditions, and decision-making. Your score is influenced just as much by those variables as it is by your swing.
Master your approach, not just your mechanics, and you give yourself a real chance to improve.
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BY KIM DANGELO & LAURA REEVES 18-HOLE LADIES CO-CAPTAINS
WOMEN’S GOLF UPDATE 18-Hole Ladies Enjoy a Busy Start to Spring
Warm Weather Brings New Energy
March brought beautiful warm weather and plenty of excitement for the 18-Hole Ladies, with members enjoying more time on the course and looking ahead to a full calendar of spring events.
The group was also pleased to welcome new member Barbara Greer. A special thank you goes to Membership Chair Beth Grady, along with all of the ladies, for helping Barbara feel right at home.
Team Play Kicks Off at Woodbridge
Team Play is now underway, and Woodbridge is proud to host the first round this season. With the advantage of playing on our home course, the ladies are looking forward to a strong start. Best of luck to all who are participating.
Charity Day for Lodi and Tokay Girls
Plans are also underway for the group’s first Charity Day for Lodi and Tokay Girls. Thanks to the generosity of the 18-Hole Ladies, last year’s event raised $400, and there is great enthusiasm for another meaningful and successful day this season.
Upcoming Guest Day
The first Guest Day of the season is set for April 28, hosted by Jean Devine and Kathie Holtzapple. With creative planning already in motion, the event is shaping up to be a wonderful day, and the sign-up sheet is filling quickly.
Tournament Fun and Friendly Competition
The month will also wrap up with a fun tournament day planned by Tournament Chair Ginny Pelton and Cheri Firpo. The event will feature a variety of team games, including some postable formats, and promises another enjoyable day of friendly competition on the course.
Membership Opportunities
Any priority member interested in joining the 18-Hole Ladies is encouraged to contact Beth Grady for more information.
BY JAMES STEWART SPORTS COORDINATOR Sports
A Month of Motivation at the Fitness Center
A new month is the perfect time to reset, refocus, and recommit to your wellness goals. Whether you are building consistency, trying something new, or challenging yourself to take the next step, the Fitness Center is here to support you every step of the way.
This month’s theme encourages members to begin with simple, achievable goals. That might mean committing to three workouts in a week, signing up for a new class, or simply making time to show up more consistently. Small wins create momentum, and momentum leads to lasting progress.
As the weeks continue, the focus shifts to building strong habits and staying committed to your routine. Motivation may get you started, but consistency is what helps results take shape. Even on busy days, keeping fitness part of your schedule can make a meaningful difference.
Members are also encouraged to challenge themselves along the way—whether by increasing weight, extending a workout, or stepping outside their comfort zone to try something new. Growth happens when we push beyond what feels easy, and each effort builds strength and confidence.
As the month comes to a close, it is a great time to reflect on progress, celebrate accomplishments, and carry that momentum forward. Healthy habits are built one choice at a time, and every step taken is something to be proud of.
Here’s to a strong, healthy month at the Fitness Center.
MEET
PJ has been playing tennis for several years now. He is 5 years old and attends Lodi Montessori with his little sister Arie. Next year he will go to kindergarten at St. Annes school and join his big sister, Mila. PJ loves playing golf, tennis and all sports. He is competitive and likes to figure out how to hit the ball well with Coach Haley. He loves dinosaurs, cars, playing outside, sports, and anything that involves spending time with his dad. You never have to try and convince PJ to play Tennis because he truly loves it.
Del Rio Showdown Brings Great Tennis and Great Company
Woodbridge Golf & Country Club welcomed players from Del Rio Country Club on March 19 for a fun and spirited afternoon of interclub tennis. With beautiful weather and a lively atmosphere, the day was filled with competitive play, friendly connection, and plenty of Woodbridge hospitality.
Both clubs brought strong energy to the courts, with exciting rallies and closely contested matches throughout the afternoon. Players showed impressive teamwork, determination, and sportsmanship, making it an enjoyable event for everyone involved.
Off the court, guests enjoyed a lovely spread of fresh fruit, charcuterie, and festive birthday-themed treats that added to the celebratory feel of the day. The warm hospitality and welcoming setting made the event just as memorable as the tennis itself.
While the competition was spirited, the true highlight was the camaraderie shared between the players. Events like these are a wonderful reminder that tennis brings people together—not only through the game, but through friendship, laughter, and community.
Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make the Del Rio Showdown such a special day. We look forward to the next matchup.
BY DONNA AARONS FORE-TEE NINERS 2026
49er Update
Lucky March Play
March flew by and gave us a taste of summer weather for a couple of weeks. Golf under these conditions keeps us coming back for more.
Our 2 mulligan game on March 5th was lots of fun with Sharon Morgan taking the first place prize. Dora Shoemaker was second with Kathy Cockayne and Jackie Katzakian tying for 3rd.
Our St Patrick’s Day shamble had great weather and great fun for the teams of 4. Christy Frank, Patty Kooyman, Sharon Morgan and Jill Bratton took first. Shannon Hagen, Donna Aarons, Jennie Fuller and Rhonda Craig secured second. A fabulous party followed golf with Sharon Morgan and Patty Kooyman hosting. We ate, we laughed, we overloaded on carbs! What’s not to love?
Once the greens were punched and sanded the art of putting became a 2 stroke challenge. On the 19th we played a game of pro throws out 2 holes on the River. Donna Aarons took first. Shannon Hagen took second. Patty Kooyman came in third.
Our pitching clinic by Teresa was well attended and the group continues to work on our golf skills. Next up , chipping on April 18.
We closed out the month with play on the 26th. A game of three clubs and a putter had Nancy Little taking first. Jackie Katzakian, Rhonda Craig and Jennie Fuller tied for second.
Lots of golf to look forward to in the month of April. We have stroke play, lowest putts and closest to the pin in the upcoming weeks.
Happy Spring and Happy Easter to all from the Fore Tee Niners.
