Janet Baron, Publicity Chairman The prevailing weather conditions in Arizona contributed to the wretched heat and humidity we experienced during the month of August. Some of our fearless ladies found their way to Palo Verde golf course every Tuesday morning to indulge in their passion for the game. They were determined to ignore the existing…
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Sports, October 2014
Lucky Shot Pool Club ends 2013-2014 seasons
The Lucky Shot Pool club’s second summer tournament season ended September 10 with the winners as listed below. Congratulations to all the winners and also to all who participated. The first regular tournament will start on November 1 and run through December 12. Persons interested in joining the club can sign up at the Cottonwood…
Sports, October 2014
Susie Cook – focused and determined in golf and life
Ann Rounthwaite On September 9, Susie Cook celebrated her 88th birthday by inviting Oakwood Lady Niners to a lovely brunch at her home. Susie is another OLNGA member whose example inspires others. To begin with, she is a good golfer who is unfazed by age and health challenges. After joining OLNGA in 2006 she had…
Sports, October 2014
IronOaks Tennis competes at USTA sectionals in New Mexico
Denise Lott USTA Sectionals in Albuquerque, New Mexico were held September 19-21. IronOaks Tennis Club was well represented with 27 members competing as part of the Phoenix Southwest USTA. With other Sun Lakes spectators going to be part of the fun, we totaled about 40 people attending. Men’s 7.0 team: Ken Stanley (captain), Randy McManus,…
Sports, October 2014
Niners results – August 2014
Jim Wegman, Publicity Welcome Back Luncheon: As the summer season draws to a close, we are looking forward to fall and winter golf here in IronOaks. One of the highlights of our year is the Niners Welcome Back Luncheon. This year’s luncheon will be held at the Oakwood Clubhouse on Tuesday, November 18 starting at…
Sports, October 2014
October – a quiet month for OLGA-18
Glo Malmberg, Publicity It is very quiet in October as our courses are closed for over-seeding. However, OLGA-18 begins its golf season on November 4 with a 10:00 a.m. shotgun. Players will meet after the round at pool side for Happy Hour and the election of officers. We will play the short course which is…
Sports, October 2014
Welcome back Lady Niners
It’s October, an exciting time of year. Weather is changing. There is a break in the golfing at Sun Lakes Country Club due to reseeding the course. It is a time of renewal of friendships as the winter visitors start arriving and a time to meet new people. The main event for the Sun Lakes…
Sports, October 2014
Bowlers wanted
Arlene Burkhardt The Hits and Misses and the Kings and Queens bowling leagues are still looking for new bowlers for the 2014-2015 season. The leagues bowl at Kyrene Lanes located at Chandler Blvd. and Kyrene Rd. in Chandler. The Hits and Misses is a non-sanctioned league that bowls on Mondays at 10:30 a.m. and will…
Sports, October 2014
Cottonwood Tennis Club’s court report
Susie Welker Off we go for the start of another winter session of competitive and enjoyable tennis at the Cottonwood Tennis Club! As our members begin to drift back to their southwestern homes and friends, the intensity of our CTC activities ratchets up to accommodate their enthusiasm for tennis. First, however, the men’s summer league…
Sports, October 2014
Lucky Shot Pool Club seeking new members
Gary Vacin Sun Lakes residents interested in playing tournament pool are welcome as the Lucky Shot Pool Club prepares for its 2014-15 tournament season. New and returning members may sign up at the Cottonwood Open House from 9:00 a.m.-noon October 11 at the Cottonwood Country Club or by attending the club’s annual fall meeting beginning…