THE BULLETIN A NEWSLETTER FOR THE MEMBERS OF WILMINGTON COUNTRY CLUB -DECEMBER 2025
TABLE OF CONTENTS
President’s Message
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General Manager's Message
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Club Calendar
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Dining and Social
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Golf
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Grounds
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12-13
Racquets
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Fitness
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE | DAVID WILKS
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
David E. Wilks - President Adam G. Landis - Vice President David D. Wilkinson - Treasurer Thomas A. Beck - Secretary
Many of you attended the Annual Election of Shareholders last month. That occasion is always a nice opportunity to spend time with friends over a drink after hearing a recap of the Club’s performance for the year behind us. For those who were unable to join us, here is a recap of the recap. The first order of business was to elect four new members to our Board of Directors. My great thanks go out to Martha Tshantz, Cameron McDonald, Brooks Pierce and E.J. Dealy. We all should have great confidence that these four very talented individuals will prove to make strong contributions to our Club’s leadership. As they join the Board, we must thank four directors who have served their full terms: Robert Friz, Thomas Beck, Lisa Schmidt and Adam Landis. All four of them served on the Executive Committee for at least the last two years and all served with distinction. Many thanks to all these very fine leaders. Our Treasurer, David Wilkinson, provided a very positive report on the Club’s financial performance this year. Thanks to excellent planning and management by our staff, Finance Committee and Board, the Club performed extremely well this year. Our combined operating and base capital dues for next year will rise in a modest amount of less than 5%. In addition, a plan is in place to pay for the replacement of our property- wide irrigation system over a reasonable period of time with supplemental capital dues. In short, the Club is in great shape. The highlight of our annual meeting is always a presentation by the Centennial Scholarship Committee and a special guest. This year did not disappoint. Chairman Jamie Murray shared information about the successes of the Scholarship Fund thanks entirely to the generosity of you, the membership. We then heard inspiring words from one of this year’s recipients, Mariah Leftwich. Mariah showed us once again the depth of talent that we have on our staff and the difference that we can make in helping them along their way. This year can be remembered as one in which we took care of some important things that we never see. We are replacing our $3 million clubhouse HVAC system and embarking on the irrigation system project to the tune of around $11 million. The irrigation project will be overseen by a committee of experienced members, who will scrutinize everything from cost to scope to value engineering and everything in between.
CLASS OF 2025 Thomas A. Beck Robert W. Friz Lisa A. Schmidt Meghan A. Adams Stephen J. Crifasi, Jr. Andrew J. Podolsky Becky Allen George “Tripp” Way, III CLASS OF 2026 Rachel W. Heinle Douglas D. Herrmann Jennifer J. Hopkins Pamela S. Tikellis James R. Selsor Jr. David D. Wilkinson Jeffrey Ciconte Deborah J. Pittenger Honorary Directors Gary W. Ferguson Melissa Riegel Advisory Directors Joseph F. Hacker, III Allen M. Terrell, Jr. John F. Porter, III
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So, we can say that above the ceiling and under the ground, we are looking after our physical plant in ways that are essential but not very exciting. But most of all, we have taken care of our balance sheet for today and for the future. We started the year about a million dollars in debt with no capital reserve. We end the year with no debt while fully funding our depreciation and obligatory capital needs. We also now have a program in place for funding a very healthy capital reserve. All this will make us financially stronger, more resilient and more flexible when we make future improvement and investment decisions. On top of that, we announced a new initiative that is the brainchild of Membership Development Chair, Tripp Way. It is called the Heritage Path and, in conjunction with our 125th Birthday, will offer a one-year-only discount of $12,500 off the full stock price to new members joining in 2026. There will also be incentives for existing members who introduce new members. Be on the lookout for more information about this program and please remember something I often say: if only 10% of our senior members introduced just one new member, we would be at our maximum capacity. Let’s all do our part to introduce our friends to this great club that we all enjoy. It became evident this year that our written communications to the membership are not as widely-read as we might like. Therefore, we are instituting in 2026 a program that I have loosely named Meet With The Prez in which I will make myself available to anyone and everyone to ask me or tell me anything and everything you would like. I envision a few of these over the course of the year and I hope you take me up on the offer. I am excited for the discussion. In the meantime, you can always give me your thoughts at dwilks.wcc@gmail.com. As we close the year this holiday season, let’s all remember what we are as Wilmington Country Club. We had a debate among us in 2025 and our unity was challenged. We can never allow any issue -- be it financial, aesthetic or otherwise -- to divide us into factions. We are a community of friends with common interests and this is a place where we can come and do what we love with people we enjoy. I hope that someday we will renovate the North Course. We have an exciting set of plans to work with. But in 2026 let’s celebrate 125 years as the community of friends that we are. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE CONT. | DAVID WILKS
David Wilks
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GENERAL MANAGER’S MESSAGE | PHIL IANNELLI
Christine Jordan Director of Clubhouse Operations MANAGEMENT TEAM
Holiday Greetings!
It seems like just yesterday we were taking down the garland and cleaning up glitter. But, in the blink of an eye, the annual ritual has arrived once again. Our 2025 schedule is overflowing and promises another wonderful but slightly hectic season. One of the reasons we anticipate another chaotic season is because it is another short window between Thanksgiving and Christmas. Did we reduce the number of events to lighten the load? Of course not! We have way too much Christmas spirit to even think about “going grinch” and cutting back. Throughout the Holiday Season, casual and formal dining will be offered in all venues. The normal activity of regular membership dining always increases during this time of the year so it will be extremely important (and helpful) to make reservations for formal dining or for larger tables (five or more) planning to enjoy a casual meal in the Tavern/Grill. Notification of your planned visit will allow us to have a table waiting. Of course, if you are coming from another Holiday party and simply want to stop in, please do. We will always find a way to accommodate you. The Holidays also play host to a multitude of special dining, social and entertaining experiences for you to enjoy. By the time you read this, wreaths will have already been made but still to come are visits with Santa; snacking on gingerbread and candy; dining by Candlelight; intentionally wearing Ugly Sweaters, karaoke carols to be sung, and brunching with family and friends. This edition of the Bulletin has all the details that you need to make this holiday season the “best ever”. Do you know what else happens over the Holidays? A lot of guests visit. It is easy to tell who a guest is: if they don’t pay dues – they are a guest. Guests come in all shapes and sizes. Some are friends visiting, some are distant family, and some are even children of members. Let’s be clear. Even though the holidays are a special time of the year, all your club’s guest rules and limitations are in effect. This holds true for even the most casual areas like Pickleball, Paddle or fitness – especially fitness. If you are unsure of the applicable guest rules, simply reach out to staff. We’ll help walk you through the expectations that have been established by your fellow members. But you can start by sharing rules for attire and cell phones. The Holiday season culminates with our New Year’s Eve dinners. There will be an “early dinner” in the Tavern/Grill - complete with traditional favors and decorations - serving a special limited menu from 5:30 until 8:00 (reservations accepted for all size tables). Café 1901 will also be open for families with our youngest revelers. For those who wish to “dress up”, the dining room will feature the same limited menu as the Tavern/Grill, but in a more formal environment. Piano music will be provided, and some traditional New Year’s favors will add a special atmosphere to a special evening. Reservations are appreciated for this room as well. And let’s not forget that Pub37 will also be serving your favorites and can be either a great jumping off point or your destination to say goodbye to 2025. Your Club has many options to start 2026! Also, permit me to remind you of some Holiday schedule adjustments. On Christmas Eve, the Club’s athletic facilities will be open until 3:00 when all buildings are locked for a “winter’s nap”. No luncheon service will be offered. The various areas of the Club will re-open at their regular times the morning of the 26 . On New Year’s Day, all athletic facilities will be available regular hours, but no Clubhouse food service will be provided, nor will the bag room be open. Please plan your use accordingly. th
Tip Tribbitt, CEC Executive Chef
Mindy Blumetti Chief Financial Officer
Meghan Spero, PGA Membership Development & Communications Manager
Steve Buenaga Human Resources Manager
Jonathan Urbanski Director of Golf Courses & Grounds
Michael Shank, PGA Director of Golf
Liezel Huber Director of Racquets and Sports
Clark Verchick Chief Engineer
CONTACT
Front Desk: 302-655-6171 Golf Shop: 302-655-6022 Racquet Shop: 302-655-6513
WEBSITE
Finally, let me share the appreciation of our entire staff for your generous contributions to the Employee Christmas Gift Fund. Your gift reaches all employee ranks and is truly meaningful. On their behalf, we thank you and hope that you and your family have a joyous holiday season.
www.wilmingtoncc.com
ADDRESS
If you’re traveling for the Holidays, be safe. If not, I’ll look forward to seeing you at the Club.
4825 Kennett Pike Wilmington, De 19807
Phil Iannelli
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NOVEMBER HIGHLIGHTS | CHAMPAGNE DINNER, FOOD & WINE TASTING, WREATH MAKING & MORE!
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DECEMBER
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
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No Clubhouse Food Service
DE State Squash Singles Championships
Pub37 Happy Hour 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Montchanin Bridge 1:00 p.m.
Junior Jingle Ball 5:00 p.m. Thursday Morning Bridge 9:30 a.m. WCC Sip & Shop 5:30 p.m.
Book Club 4:00 p.m.
Holiday Decorations Installed
Copa Don Pedro
Pickleball Camp 9:00 a.m. Paddle Royal Rumble 9:00 a.m.
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Queen and King of the Cage 5:00 p.m.
No Clubhouse Food Service
Squash Diamond State Doubles
Montchanin Bridge 1:00 p.m.
Thursday Morning Bridge 9:30 a.m.
Pub37 Happy Hour 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Santa Brunch 11:00 a.m.
Don Pedro Finals
DE State Squash Singles Championships
Squash Diamond State Doubles
Squash Diamond State Doubles
Gingerbread House 5:00 p.m.
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Squash Diamond State Doubles
No Clubhouse Food Service
Montchanin Bridge 1:00 p.m.
Thursday Morning Bridge 9:30 a.m.
Ugly Sweater Happy Hour 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Candlelight Dinner
Ugly Sweater Pickleball Social 6:00 p.m.
Paddle Mixed A Club Championships 9:00 a.m.
Paddle Reindeer Ugly Sweater Night 5:30 p.m.
Candlelight Dinner
Candlelight Dinner
Candlelight Dinner
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No Clubhouse Food Service
Yuletide Brunch 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Pub37 Happy Hour 5:00-7:00 p.m.
Holiday Takeout Order Pickup
No Clubhouse Food Service
Clubhouse Closed
Holiday Squash Camps
Holiday Tennis Cardio 9:00 a.m.
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No Clubhouse Food Service
Montchanin Bridge 1:00 p.m.
Holiday Squash Camps
NYE Celebrations
COMMUNICATIONS & MEMBERSHIP | MEGHAN SPERO, PGA MEMBERSHIP DEVELOPMENT AND COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER
UPCOMING HOLIDAY EVENTS
MEMBERSHIP MILESTONES: We would like to acknowledge our Senior members on their milestones: Mr. Thomas W. Nason II, 10 years Mr. Michael R. Nestor, 10 years Mr. Tripp Way III, 10 years Dr. Michael A. Dignazio, 20 years Mr. Gary W. Ferguson, 20 years Mr. Michael J. Koziski, 20 years Mr. Scott A. MacWilliams, 20 years
EMPLOYEE ANNIVERSARIES
Oscar Alonso Davalos Grounds: 2 Years
Ashlyn Moss Banquet Set Up: 4 Years
Dr. Robert A. Penna, 20 years Mr. Ralph A. Rossi, 25 years
Stephen Buenaga Human Resources: 9 Years
Mr. Joseph E. Sheridan, Jr., 30 years Mr. Timothy M. Sheridan, 30 years Mr. Brett G. Smith, 30 years Mr. John C. Kairis, 35 years Mr. Arthur G. Connolly, III, 55 years
Indalecio Vazquez Grounds: 20 Years
NEW MEMBERS Please welcome our newest member of the Club: Ken Aldridge, Senior
Juan Mendez Grounds: 23 Years
Bartolo Saldivar Grounds: 23 Years
Raul Corona Grounds: 25 Years
IN MEMORIAM The Board of Directors, members and staff of Wilmington Country Club extend their sincerest sympathy to the family of:
Lucinda Carpenter, member for 43 years
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DINING & SOCIAL | CHRISTINE JORDAN, DIRECTOR OF CLUBHOUSE OPERATIONS
HOURS OF OPERATION
The holiday season has arrived, and the Club is glowing with festive décor and cheerful spirit! We have a wonderful lineup of events to keep you celebrating all month long.
Cafe 1901, Pub37 and Grille & Tavern
Join us on Thursday, December 4 for our annual Sip & Shop, the perfect opportunity to jump-start your gift shopping and select the ideal wines for your holiday dinners. If you’d prefer to browse without little ones in tow, sign them up for our Holiday Jingle Mingle—a fun and festive gathering just for kids!
CAFE 1901 Tuesday – Saturday 11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Sunday 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. PUB 37 Tuesday – Saturday 11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Sunday 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Get ready to pull out your favorite ugly holiday sweater for Happy Hour on Friday, December 19. Any member sporting their most "festively awful" attire will enjoy a complimentary glass of house wine or draft beer!
Our Christmas celebrations conclude with the beloved Yuletide Brunch on Sunday, December 21. This elegant, traditional brunch has become a cherished annual gathering for members, families, and friends to enjoy delicious food and warm holiday cheer. As we wrap up 2025, we invite you to join us for New Year’s Eve festivities throughout the Club. We are accepting reservations of all sizes in the Dining Room, Grille and Tavern, where a special holiday menu will be served. For those seeking a more relaxed celebration, the Café and Pub will also be open and ready to help you ring in 2026 in casual comfort.
GRILLE / TAVERN Tuesday – Saturday 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
MENUS
Open for takeout at 4:30 p.m. Dinner 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Sunday 10:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
CAFE 1901
Open for takeout at 4:30 p.m. Dinner 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
FORMAL DINING
DINING ROOM Friday & Saturday 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
TAVERN & GRILLE
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PUB37
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BOOK CLUB | DECEMBER
December 2, 2025: Source Code by Bill Gates. Sharon Hunt will lead the discussion for the December meeting.
Source Code – a memoir by Bill Gates – is not only his own story, but also an insight to a remarkable individual. It is a candid review of the early years of the co-founder of Microsoft and one of the most influential and life-changing business leaders in modern times. Gates dropped out of Harvard when he was twenty-years old to start a software company that became an industry giant and changed the way the world works and lives. He is a billionaire many times over who later turned his attention to philanthropic pursuits to address climate change, global health, and U.S. education. But Source Code is not about Microsoft or the Gates Foundation or the future of technology. It’s the story of Bill Gates’ childhood, his early interests, efforts, and the personal story of howGates became who he is today. It’s the story of his principled grandmother and ambitious parents, his first deep friendships and the sudden, painful death of a close friend. The book details Gates’ struggles to fit in and his discovery of a world of coding and computers. In the era before machine learning and AI, when computer programs were exclusively written by humans, the term “source code” described computer programs that could be read – and understood, if you knew the programming language – enabling you to explain why the machine did what it did. Gates was a very lucky child. He was born in the right place at the right time to parents who gave him support and opportunity to grow. He shares, however, that it was an uphill battle at times. His parents discovered that they had a boy who was a strange blend of high IQ, arrogance, rebelliousness, and insecurity. “If I were growing up today,” he writes, “I probably would be diagnosed on the autism spectrum. My parents had no guideposts or textbooks to help them grasp why their son became so obsessed with certain projects, missed social cues, and could be rude or inappropriate without seeming to notice” the impact on others. Eventually, his parents sent him to a therapist, and to a remarkable private school in Seattle, with a relaxed, liberal, and supportive environment. More importantly, though, some of the school’s families purchased a Teletype terminal and a block of computer time for the school’s students to use. This was extremely unusual in the 1960s and allowed Gates and some of his friends to write software in their teens, including doing so for several companies in the Seattle area. In 1973, Gates went to Harvard. He was determined to sample every offering from that institution, while relying on his exceptional ability to cram ferociously before tedious assignments orexams. He dropped out after a few years, and along with Paul Allen went to New Mexico where they later co-founded what was originally called Micro-Soft.
DECEMBER 2, 2025
JANUARY 6, 2025
Source Code by Bill Gates. The philanthropist and co-founder of Microsoft describes events from his childhood and his discovery of computers. Sharon Hunt will lead the discussion for the December meeting.
An Immense World: How Animal Senses Reveal the Hidden Realms Around Us by Ed Young. A comprehensive description of the different ways that animals perceive the world. There Fiechter will lead the discussion for the January meeting.
Please join us on December 2, 2025, at 4:00 pm in the Women’s Lounge as we discuss Source Code.
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GOLF | MICHAEL SHANK, PGA DIRECTOR OF GOLF
TURKEY SHOOT RECAP It was a full house with one hundred and thirty-two players for the eighth edition of the Turkey Shoot, our first two-course edition of the event. The day started out with wet conditions after overnight rain, but fortunately the weather settled and made for a wonderful day of November golf. We had a number of highlights throughout the day, including our longest Turkey Shoot hole ever at 918 yards, and Hal Erskine holing out his tee shot on Hole 11 East!
A NOTE FROM THE GOLF SHOP With the end of the 2025 golf season, we are celebrating an incredible year on the course. As we set our sights for 2026, now is the perfect time to focus on sharpening your game for next year. Winter offers the perfect window to refine your swing, and our Professional Staff are available in the simulator to support your development. Personalized coaching, complete with video analysis and Trackman data, provides an excellent opportunity for meaningful progress. You can reserve coaching sessions through the Foretees app, and this month’s article highlights additional details about our Indoor Golf Studio. As the Holidays approach, we invite you to keep the Golf Shop in mind for your gift shopping. Be sure to browse the member-only Holiday microsites featured in this month’s article; they offer a convenient, at-home way to access a great selection of merchandise. We also hope you’ll join us on Thursday, December 4 , for our Sip & Shop event in the Ballroom. th From the entire golf team, we extend our warmest wishes for a joyful and safe Holiday season. We look forward to welcoming you into the Golf Shop throughout the month.
Congratulations to the winners of both flights! In the West Course flight, the winners were Mike Allen, Michael Vanni, Cole Flickinger, and Scott Henry. In the East Course flight, the winners were David Williams, Dwayne Robinson, Nick Russo, and Jim McLaughlin.
Second place in the West Flight was the team of Jamie Jenney, Vince Dills, Vince Abessinio, and Jared Hossack. In the East Flight we had a tie for 2nd place: the teams of Scott Hall, Erik Bradley, Hal Erskine, and John Dennison tied the team of Jon Reese, Ralph Rossi, Matt Perny, and Steve Fox. Low gross score at an impressive 7-under par was the team of Tim Porter, Scott Porter, Brad Mitchell, and Pete Moran. Our closest to the hole winners were Danielle Lunger and Sandy Hobbs on the West Course, and Jared Green and Hal Erskine on the East Course. Hal Erskine's closest to the pin was a Hole-in-One!
2025 Turkey Shoot results
Click here for December Golf Hours of Operation
Michael Shank
WINTER GOLF NOTES The South Course is now closed for the season. Note that golf hours of operation change in the winter, and the First Tee on the North Course opens at 9 a.m. Tuesday to Sunday (pending frost). Lessons may be booked on the Foretees app following the Simulator Reservations/Lessons link, under ‘Book a Lesson.’ Off-season guest rules begin December 16. A friendly reminder that if you are storing your golf bag over the winter months in the bag room, please make certain you do not leave any food in your golf bag. Thank you.
Celebrating Hal Erskine's holed tee shot on Hole 11 East.
West Course Flight: Mike Allen, Michael Vanni, Cole Flickinger, Scott Henry
East Course Flight: David Williams, Dwayne Robinson, Nick Russo, Jim McLaughlin
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WINTER JUNIOR GOLF CLASSES Junior Golf Classes take place each Tuesday and Thursday. Winter Junior Golf Class are a great way to sharpen your skills in the off-season. Juniors work on increasing speed, fundamentals, and consistency in preparation for the spring. Classes will be held in the indoor simulator and hitting bays. All juniors are welcome to attend regardless of age and experience. For more information, visit the registration page here, or email Junior Golf Coordinator Jacob Chambers, jchambers@wilmingtoncc.com. INDOOR GOLF STUDIO Headed to the Indoor Golf Studio this winter? Prior to using the simulator for the first time, each member must take part in a 15-minute orientation with a member of the Professional Staff. These orientations should be scheduled during regular golf shop business hours. Once an orientation is complete, members have access to the room from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m., seven days a week. Please remember to turn off the monitor, projector, and lights when leaving the space. You can find all of the Indoor Golf Studio rules here HOLIDAY MICROSITES Need an idea for a perfect Holiday gift? Visit our Holiday microsite built exclusively for members with a selection of gift items for the season. Visit the attached link for personalized Titleist golf balls and Foot-Joy shoes. Acushnet Microsite (password: HOLIDAY25)
Place orders by December 9 to ensure delivery in time for the Holidays. th
GOLF SHOP CREDIT A friendly reminder that all Golf Shop credit must be used before the end of the year. The Golf Shop is currently stocked with a variety of items, and complimentary gift wrapping is always available. HOLIDAY SIP & SHOP Join us Thursday, December 4 , from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. for a Holiday shopping extravaganza. Our Sip & Shop event will have golf apparel and accessories from Johnnie-O in addition to items from the Golf Shop. Gift certificates will also be available. th Please join us for an exceptional evening at the Club, featuring golf, racquets, and the premier wine-tasting event of the year.
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GROUNDS | JON URBANSKI, DIRECTOR OF GOLF COURSES AND GROUNDS
As we enter December, our grounds team is shifting focus from active growing-season tasks to winter preparation and long-term turf health. While play continues on the North Course (South is now closed until April), we will daily prepare the indoor buildings for squash, tennis, pickleball, and outside for paddle. Much of our work on the golf courses now centers on strengthening the course so it emerges healthy and ready for spring play. In the weeks ahead, we will: Apply preventative fungicides for snow molds to the greens and low-lying areas of the fairways. Continue and finalize leaf clean-up to apply a pre-emergent herbicide in January for winter and spring perennials.
Deep-tine aerify and sand inject (DryJect) the South Course greens. Aerify the South Course roughs; seed with tall fescue and apply compost. Seed the fine fescue meadows located on 3/7/8 North; 11/12 North; 13/18 North; 13 South; and 15 South. Install protective covers to the South Course greens. Winterize the irrigation system.
DryJect: Sand Injection Another form of aerification, we are continuing the DryJect process on our South greens this month. This high-pressure injection system fills channels with sand, improving rootzone structure and water infiltration with minimal surface disruption. The treatment helps firm up the greens and supports a smoother putting surface come the spring. Additional Winter Preparation for 2026 One of the largest tasks each winter is servicing the equipment used throughout the growing season. This includes full inspections of our mowers, utility vehicles, tractors, etc. We will sharpen the cutting blades and reels, replacing worn parts such as bearings, while completing oil and filter changes. We began bunker work towards the end of October, and this will continue throughout the entirety of the winter. We will address the bunkers in need of rehabbing on the South Course, and all bunkers will be checked for depth and sand will be added where needed. The winter weather will allow any new sand to “age” prior to the season as to avoid the dreaded fried egg.
If you love winter golf, just a few reminders for the season… 1.There could be a frost delay in our future. We will use the ForeTees app to push the notification to your phone. 2.If the greens are soft due to rain or thawing conditions, please repair your ball mark, plus one other.
3.We have cut two holes in each green. Please rotate the flagstick to the opposite hole location to help spread wear through the season. While growth slows, our work does not. What we accomplish in the winter months has a direct correlation to a successful growing season. We hope for many days ahead to accomplish our goals so when warmer weather returns, the grounds are healthier and ready for the 2026 campaign. The penning of this update was just prior to Thanksgiving. With that, we thank you for your continued support and wish you and your families a wonderful holiday season and a happy New Year! Jon Urbanski
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RACQUETS | LIEZEL HUBER, DIRECTOR OF RACQUETS AND SPORTS
TENNIS 12/24 - Holiday Tennis Cardio
Serve, Volley, & Be Jolly!
2025 truly flew by in style! From our sparkling Swing & Bling Member-Guest and the launch of the Fitness Book Club, to junior road trips to Baltimore, New York, and D.C., a brand-new Summer Camp room, and welcoming our new Head Pro of Squash, Paddle Head Pro, and Summer Intern Gabriel - it’s been a busy, exciting year for the Racquets Team. We’re grateful for your energy and support as we head into the holiday season! You are invited to WCC’s Sip & Shop on Thursday, December 4, at 5:30pm . This annual shopping extravaganza is not to be missed; the deals will be a steal! Enjoy light refreshments and festive social time with friends. New this year: Jingle Ball for your kids from 5–8 PM, offering fun for the whole family. A festive evening filled with tennis, pickleball, basketball, and plenty of other fun activities. We can’t wait to kick off the holiday season with everyone. Please sign up on Foretees. Love the action on the courts? December is packed with world-class play and holiday fun: Squash: Diamond State Singles (Dec 6–7) and Diamond State Doubles (Dec 11–14) Paddle: Fun Royal Rumble (Dec 6), Queen of the Cage (Dec 9), Mixed A Club Championships (Dec 14), and Mixed
JUNIOR TENNIS Sign up for Junior Programming Here
Junior Tennis Holiday Camps:
Monday, December 22: Red/Orange 10:30am - 12pm & Green/Yellow 1:00 - 2:30pm
Monday, December 29: Red/Orange 10:30am - 12pm & Green/Yellow 1:00 - 2:30pm
Tuesday, December 30: Red/Orange 10:30am - 12pm & Green/Yellow 1:00 - 2:30pm
Please email Vgiannaccini@wilmingtoncc.com to sign up.
Reindeer Ugly Sweater Night (Dec 16) Pickleball: Ugly Sweater Social (Dec 17) Tennis: Holiday Tennis Cardio (Dec 24)
A heartfelt thank you to the Tennis, Ladies Tennis, Pickleball, Paddle, Fitness, Squash, and Swim Committees for your hard work this past year. Your dedication makes a difference, and we listened! If you are interested in serving on a committee in 2026, please reach out to me.
Wishing you a winning holiday season and a happy New Year!
Warm regards, Liezel Huber
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PICKLEBALL
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SQUASH The Squash Doubles Member/Guest was held November 21-22. Eight Teams participated. We used a handicap scoring system with a sliding scale to create super tight matches. Our teams were: Bo Anderson and Peter Miller Jr. (Philly Country), Brett Anderson and Bernie Halfpenny (Philly Country), Leif Bohman and Nick Krotec (Berwyn), Doug Herrmann and Bob Bolling(Vicmead), Jeff Mitchell and Reed Carlisle(Berwyn), Jon Saunders and Josh Taylor(Maryland Club), EJ Dealy and Blake Rohrbacher(Vicmead), Ian McConnel and Dan Rudershausen(Vicmead).
PICKLEBALL We look forward to seeing everyone on the courts! If you have any questions or are looking for lessons, please email Vgiannaccini@wilmingtoncc.com. We hope to see you on the courts again soon!
Pickleball Events: 12/6 - Pickleball Camp at 9:00am 12/17 - Ugly Sweater Pickleball Social 6:00pm
Reminder so sign up for the WCC Squash Club Championships from 12/1 to 12/31. Please sign up on Foretees or use the sign-up sheets on the bulletin board in the squash building.
Squash Events:
12/5 - Middle School Match with Malvern Prep at 4pm 12/6 - Delaware State Squash Singles 12/11 to 12/14 - Dimond State Open Doubles
Junior Events: Junior Squash Class Link
Junior Holiday Squash Camps December 22 , 23 , 29, 30, and January 2 nd rd nd 9:30-10:30am: Emerging Squash Group
10:00-12:00pm: Middle School 12:00-1:00pm: 7-9-year old’s 1:00-3:00pm: High School Group
PADDLE
Paddle season is here, and the MAPTA league has started for men’s and women's. If you have any questions, please email: jkhan@wilmingtoncc.com
Save the Dates! January 5th-March 4th: WCC Squash Championships. All finals to be played on Finals night, Wednesday, March 4th. January 7th: Copa Don Pedro Winer Session begins. Sign up on Foretees. January 13th: Philadelphia Squash Doubles Winter League Begins. To be a part of the team's contact Ed Chilton. February 6-9th: 51st Commissioners Invitation.
Paddle Events: 12/6 - Royal Rumble at 9:00am
12/9 - Queen and King of the Cage at 5:00pm 12/14 - Mixed A Club Championships 9:00am 12/16 - Reindeer Ugly Sweater Night 5:30pm
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FITNESS AND HEALTH AT WCC
GROUP EXERCISE SCHEDULE
5th Annual Holiday Challenge Day/Time: Monday November 24th through Sunday December 28th in the Fitness Center Details: It’s time for our 5th Annual Holiday Challenge! The goal of the Holiday Challenge is to workout three times a week during the five weeks of Thanksgiving through New Years. Simply sign your name on the poster in the Fitness Center, then show up three times a week once the Challenge starts. Every time you should up to the Fitness Center, add a sticker to your name. PLEASE NOTE: At home workouts do not count. You must be active in the Fitness Center to get a sticker. Prizes are included if you participate for all five weeks. Personal Training at Wilmington Country Club Our expert personal trainers are here to support members of all ages and fitness levels. Whether you’re new to exercise, looking to improve mobility, or preparing for your next athletic goal, we’ve got the right coach for you: Michelle Kasker - Specialties: Strength & Conditioning, Mobility, Rehab/Prehab, and Nutrition Counseling. Michelle works with all ages and fitness levels and also offers expert nutrition coaching (NASM & Precision Nutrition certified). Mary Harrison - Specialties: Whole-body training focused on aging gracefully. Mary emphasizes strength, balance, flexibility, and joint health—all while keeping sessions fun and engaging. Beth Sheehy - Specialties: Strength and flexibility training for active older adults. Beth is both a certified personal trainer and yoga instructor. DJ Kilson - Specialties: Strength and Body Building Jimmy Povlosky - Specialities: Doctorate from Widener in Physical Therapy. Jimmy can help you achieve your goals while working around injuries. Wendy Bonney - Specialties: Cardiac Rehab and over 20 years experience in Personal training. Mackenzie Stuart - Specialties: Strength training and Mat pilates Massage Therapy Jocelyn Staker is available for sports and therapeutic massages at Wilmington Country Club. Call ext. 2113 or email Mkasker@wilmingtoncc.com for more information.
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