Rod Hayward Sylvia Page first learned to play tennis in Dawson Creek, Alberta, Canada where she took her first job as a sole charge physiotherapist. “The physician with whom I worked most closely and his wife were excellent tennis players and they patiently taught me to play the game. We became good friends and the…
Jenny Browne, Racquet Activities Coordinator The JMTC brought some incredible tennis matches this year, Spectators enjoyed the great Arizona weather while watching amazing, consistent matches from players around the Valley. John and Drena Radcliffe put in hours and hours of their own time to make this a huge success. A-1 Golf Carts and 360 Physical…
Guys and Dolls Ava Greenwood First of all, do not forget the bowling banquet date. It is on April 4 at 5:00 p.m. for the no host bar; dinner will be at 6:00 p.m. It will be served at the Cottonwood Country Club Ballroom. We want to thank the Mr. Spot bowling team and their…
Willie Foster Last month I wrote an article in the March Splash titled “Why We Play Pool.” I presented an idea about why we play this game and introduced the readers to Rod “Babe” Thompson, a player who knows more about the game than just about anybody who has ever played. He has spent almost his…
Nancy Davis, Publicity Valentine Partners event: The Ironwood Lady Niners held their 2016 Valentine Partners event on Wednesday, February 10. Members asked their spouses, a gentleman or lady friend, and/or a significant other to join us in a round of golf. The following guests participated in this event: Joe Azzaro, Bill Bartoo, Dave Bauer, Lou…
Marcella Brown We are looking forward to Thursday, April 7 Swing for Hope day. Our shotgun start will be 10:00 a.m. with luncheon to follow. Please check the website for all particulars and please donate generously to this worthy cause. The PICO tournament is scheduled for Thursday, April 14 and again on Thursday, April 21.…
On March 29, the Sun Lakes Lady Niners golfed for Rally for a Cure. This event honored all those who have survived cancer or who presently have cancer. A light lunch was served after golfing. Several prizes were awarded. Many of these were items donated by the Rally for a Cure organization. There will be…
John Concannon, Publicity It seems like it was just yesterday that it was so quiet around the clubhouse that it seemed like a long day on the western front. Now, all of a sudden there is so much activity that it seems like the landing on D Day. The annual Member/Guest Tournament was a grand…
The Oakwood Nine Hole Couples League has had a phenomenal year thus far. Our membership has grown to an all-time high with many couples playing for the first time together. Our motto for the year, “Fun, Fellowship, Good Food and Drink and, by the way, Golf” has been the catalyst for our membership growth. The…