DECEMBER 2023

ISSUE 12

THE GREEN

SHAUGHNESSY GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB

Contents

  • 01Member Notices
  • 02GM Report
  • 03Tennis Report
  • 04Golf Report
  • 05Holiday Hours & Closures
  • 06Calendar

MEMBER NOTICES

In Memoriam

Dr. John MacFarlane

Dr. MacFarlane passed away on Friday, November 10th, 2023.

Mrs. Mary Newman

Mrs. Newman passed away on Thursday, November 7th, 2023.

Please welcome Shaughnessy’s new members this month.

Tara Poseley

Term Tennis

Lisa Turner

Term Tennis

Stephanie Chung

Term Clubhouse

John Pearkes

Term Clubhouse

Christmas Reservations

There are still spots left for Shaughnessy’s Christmas events.

Please click here to view the Christmas Guide and click here to make your reservations.

Inactive Season

Please note that we are currently in the inactive posting season. You will not need to post scores until we are back in active season.

Frost Delay Policy

In the event of a frost delay, members will be notified via the Daily Lineup email (emailed to all members on the tee sheet). The Course Superintendent Andrew Hart will communicate the time that the Golf Course will reopen. Once the course reopens, priority on the tee will go to the group that has the next tee time booked. All golfers booked in earlier tee times will need to re-book a later tee time and will not have priority once the course reopens for play.

Annual Dining Closure

Please note that starting December 31st, the Food & Beverage department will be closed through Wednesday, January 17th for the annual dining shutdown. Jack’s First Tee Lounge will be available for non-perishable food and beverage options on days when the Golf Course is open.

The dining areas will reopen on Thursday, January 18th at 7:00 AM.

BRIAN MOSSOP

General Manager and Chief Operating Officer

General Manager’s Report

Dear Shaughnessy members, 

The holiday season at Shaughnessy is now in full swing, and our Clubhouse has never looked better. This is all thanks to the dedicated efforts of our volunteer decorators and the clubhouse maintenance team – fantastic work by all!

While our Christmas events are filling up quickly, there are still spots available for some of our key events. To secure your spot, please make a reservation here.

In exciting news from last month, the 2023 CPKC Women’s Open was named the LPGA’s Tournament of the Year, outshining more than 35 other events and venues in the 2023 season. This prestigious award was based on the exceptional experience provided to both players and partners, on and off the course. A heartfelt thank you to all our partners, including Golf Canada, Musqueam, CPKC, BC Children’s, and not least, the volunteers and club staff whose dedication ensured the event’s remarkable success.

We recently announced the impending retirement of our Head Gardener, Gerry Morris. We are pleased to introduce William Orgill as his successor. William, who has been working closely with Gerry for the past decade, will become only the third head gardener in the Club’s history since our relocation from Shaughnessy Heights. His appointment, effective from the end of January, signals a bright future for our horticulture team under his leadership.

Please note that the annual Clubhouse shutdown begins on January 1st. Regular clubhouse operations, including food and beverage services, will resume on Thursday, January 18th. For more information about upcoming closures and their impact on operations, see below or click here.

As 2023 draws to a close, I would like to extend my warmest wishes for a wonderful holiday and Christmas season to all our members.

Respectfully submitted,

Brian Mossop
General Manager and Chief Operating Officer

 

JEROME FOURNIER

Director of Tennis

Tennis Report

Dear Shaughnessy members,

Congratulations to the finalists and winners of the November 4th Doubles event (left to right): Finalists Andrea Gaglardi and David Wong, myself, and winners Sharon Sauder and Mark Harrison.

Current Tennis Guest Policy

Effective October 1st until March 1st, members may only bring guests to play tennis during non-prime time hours (weekdays before 6:00 PM, weekends after 1:00 PM)

Tennis Pro Shop

  • CLEARANCE SALE: 40% to 50% off on select items in the Tennis Pro Shop for a limited time.
  • Select shoes are 30% to 50% off
  • Cases of Australian Open tennis balls are only $119.98.

Tennis Centre Wine & Cheese

Join your fellow members and the Shaughnessy Tennis Centre staff for a Wine & Cheese Party in the Tennis Centre on Wednesday, December 13th. There is no cost to attend, and registration is not required.

Quick Reminders

  • Mark your calendars for the 2024 Tennis Club Championships, which will be held from Monday, February 19th to Saturday, March 2nd.
  • The current ladders are in full swing and will run until the end of December. Please contact Director of Tennis Jerome Fournier if you would like to join the next session beginning January 1st.
  • Members can book the Indoor courts for singles and doubles play. The available booking times are between 6:45 AM and 8:30 PM on weekdays and 6:45 AM and 6:00 PM on weekends. You can book a court by calling the Tennis Centre at 604.266.9165 or by calling/texting the booking phone at 236.878.4320.
  • The ball machine can be booked for use on the day of.
  • Tuesday Men’s Night Tennis – 6:00 PM and 7:30 PM. Sign up weekly.
  • Ladies Dogwood League Fridays 11:00-1:00 pm competing against various clubs

    Respectfully submitted,

    Jerome Fournier
    Director of Tennis

    ASHLEY ZIBRIK

    Director of Golf

    Golf Report

    Dear Shaughnessy Members,

     

    Our golf shop and back shop staff would like to wish all of you a wonderful holiday season. We look forward to seeing those of you who like to golf year-round and don’t hesitate to reach out to our Professional Staff to get a jump start on your game for next year.

    We are also available to help with any Christmas shopping you may have in the coming weeks with our “12 Days of Christmas” giveaways starting December 11th- December 22nd (tickets are available for purchase in the Golf Shop!)

    We are working hard planning the 2024 season and will plan to advertise the Men’s Women’s and Junior calendars in the New Year. Things are shaping up to be a very exciting year ahead!

    Merry Christmas and all the best to you and your families!

    Respectfully submitted,

    Ashley Zibrik
    Director of Golf

    HOLIDAY HOURS & CLOSURES

    Administration Office

    December 23rd – January 2nd
    Closed

    Fitness Centre

    December 24th – December 26th
    Closed

    January 1st – January 2nd
    Closed

    Golf Course

    December 25th
    Closed

    Golf Shop

    December 24th – January 1st
    Closed

    Back Shop

    December 24th
    Closes at noon

    December 25th
    Closed all day

    December 31st
    Closes at noon

    January 1st
    Closed all day

    Tennis Centre

    December 24th
    Office: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Courts: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

    December 25th
    Office and Courts closed

    December 26th
    Office: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
    Courts: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

    December 31st
    Office: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
    Courts: 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

    January 1st
    Office: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    Courts: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

    Locker Room Attendants

    December 24th – 26th
    Closed

    December 31st – January 2nd
    Closed

    Restaurants & Bar

    December 1st – December 2nd
    Regular dining hours

    December 3rd
    Winter Gala
    Regular dining hours

    December 4th
    Sequoia room closed
    AV Macan Lounge and 19th Hole open until 7:00 PM
    5:00 PM – Last Call for Food Service
    6:00 PM – Last Call for Alcohol Service

    December 5th
    Christmas High Tea
    Regular dining hours

    December 6th – December 8th
    Regular dining hours

    December 9th
    Chef’s Feast
    Regular dining hours
    Sequoia room closed

    December 10th – December 12th
    Regular dining hours

    December 13th – December 15th
    Christmas Lunches
    Regular dining hours

    December 16th
    Santa Brunch
    Regular dining open for dinner service only
    No takeout available

    December 17th
    Santa Brunch and Dinner
    Regular dining closed all day
    No takeout available
    No Bavette Steak Night

    December 18th – December 19th
    Regular dining hours

    December 20th – December 23rd
    Christmas Dinners
    Regular dining hours
    Sequoia room closed
    No Prime Rib Night

    December 24th – December 26th
    Closed all day

    December 27th – December 30th
    Regular dining hours

    December 31st – January 17th
    Closed

    4300 SW Marine Drive, Vancouver, BC V6N 4A6
    604.266.4141 www.shaughnessy.org