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T H E O L Y M P I C C L U B • S A N F R A N C I S C O
MAR 2011
No. 02Vol. 99
Above: Photographs from 2011 Hike & Dip taken by Michael Mustacchi
CONTACT USSUGGESTIONS OR COMMENTS - 415.345.5110 [email protected]/GUEST SERVICES - 415.345.5141 [email protected] - 415.345.5201 [email protected] CLUBHOUSE - 415.345.5100 ACCOUNTING - 415.345.5200 [email protected]
ATHLETICS - 415.345.5107LAKESIDE CLUBHOUSE - 415.404.4300 GOLF PRO SHOP - 415.404.4333TENNIS PRO SHOP - 415.404.4350
COVERThis month’s cover photo and One-on-One interview features Olympian Brad Engmann. Brad joined the Club as a juvenile member back in 1994. Shooting is his sport of choice, and he has won multiple state and regional competitions. In 2010, he was a contestant on the History Channel’s “Top Shot.” Currently, he’s the Club’s Pistol Commissioner. Story on page 14. Photographs taken by Michael Mustacchi.
MONTHLY FEATURES02 President’s Memo06 AD’s Update10 Monthly Calendars14 One-On-One
18 The Tournament Beat 19 Tee to Green19 Tips from the Pros21 GM’s Report
SPORTS
08 30 - Second Sports Updates . Gabriel Morgan wins Squash Finals at Princeton
. Handball Doubles Championships
. OC Squash Invitational Singles
15 SGA Corner - Preview for 2011 by Tom Culligan
15 Outstanding Leaders In Golf Award
16 Feature Story, OC Shooting by Sam Enoka
20 2011 U.S Open Update
SOCIAL04 President’s Ball Photographs by Julia West
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T H E O L Y M P I C C L U B - A M E R I C A ’ S O L D E S T A T H L E T I C C L U B
OLYMPIAN EDITORIAL www.olyclub.comCommunications Director: Julia West ([email protected])
Graphic Designer: Linda McCulloch ([email protected])
Emeritus Editor: Tom Hall ([email protected])
Feature Writers: Gerry Stratford and Brian O’Connor
Contributing Writers & Editors: Steve Clarke, Sam Enoka, Gene Litvinoff & Brian Murphy
Photographers: Tom Hall, Linda McCulloch, Frank Morse, Michael Mustacchi & Julia West
Fact Checker: Jessica Smith, Collections Manager ([email protected])
OLYMPIAN (ISSN 0030-2163) is published monthly for $49.20 per year (single copies $4.10 each) by The Olympic Club at 524 Post Street, San Francisco, California 94102. Phone 415.345.5100. Periodicals Postage Paid at the Post Office at San Francisco, California. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to The Olympic Club, 524 Post Street, San Francisco, California 94102. For prompt delivery of the Magazine, Olympians should please notify the Membership Department at 524 Post Street, San Francisco, California of any change of address. Telephone Stephen Alsbrooks at 415.345.5211.
In note 3 – Fair Value Measurements, in the financial statements published in the Olympian magazine last month, the titles “accrued pension cost” and “interest rate swap” were transposed when being transferred from the audited financial statements.
Financials Correction
Fellow Olympians,It is the honor and privilege of a lifetime to serve as your President for 2011 and to have the opportunity to write the article that I have always turned to first with great interest when receiving my Olympian every month for the past twenty years.
As we are already half way through the first quarter of the 151st year of the Club’s existence, it is with great pleasure and gratitude that I look back on 2010 one more time to acknowledge the time, effort and dedication of our outgoing officers, President Dave Bonelli, Vice President Jim Mason, Secretary Doug Norton and Treasurer Gene Valla. Their exemplary service, commitment, and leadership over the past three years have set the stage for the continued success of our Club for the foreseeable future.
Thanks to Dan Dillon and the Activities Committee, 2011 was kicked off in fine fashion yet again with the Hike and Dip for the 118th time in the Club’s history. We were led in calisthenics by Frank Rollo, Jr. and his daughter Hannah, along with my four children, Matthew, Peter, Carolyn and Anna. Then came the big moment when more than 100 passionate Olympians charged into the frigid waters of the Pacific Ocean. After the dip, at the wonderful buffet breakfast prepared by our Lakeside chef, Michael Burns, I called everyone’s attention to a passage that I came across in the terrific history book we all received this year, authored by Ron Fimrite and edited by Kevin Starr. For me, this passage speaks to what The Olympic Club stands for, and the passion all of us have for the Club and exhibit as Olympians - which truly is why we follow our traditions and generate new ones!
The story takes us back to January 1, 1942 during World War II just after the Japanese had bombed Pearl Harbor, which goes as follows:
Not since the War of 1812 had mainland America been threatened by an enemy overseas. If Hawaii could be bombed so might San Francisco, and rumors abounded of Japanese submarines lurking offshore, of aircraft carriers invading our waters, of bombers bearing the emblem of the Rising Sun appearing overhead.
The Pacific fleet had been crippled by an attack President Roosevelt called “sudden and deliberate.” This, said the President, was “a new kind of war. It is warfare in terms of every continent, every island, every sea, every air lane in the world.” Never before had the Pacific Coast seemed so vulnerable. The beaches in San Francisco were closed that terrible December, but as the San Francisco Chronicle’ s George Lineer wrote, “come hell and high water, war or no war,” The Olympic Club’s forty-ninth annual Hike and Dip came off on New Year’s Day 1942. The hike was confined to the Club’s own Lakeside property and the dip was briefer even than usual in the waves immediately below the Ocean Course. But 185 brave souls turned out, including a few celebrants who in the past had preferred sleeping off their New Year’s Eve hangovers to soaking them in the frigid brine. At the breakfast that followed the Dip, the club’s president, Mr. Humphrey, solemnly advised his fellow Olympians to expect a long war. Afterward, the crowd rose in patriotic fervor to sing “God Bless America” so robustly that, wrote Lineer, “the walls bulged out.”
Speaking of passion, I would like to acknowledge long-time Olympian and staff member, Tom Hall, for all of his dedication and contributions to the success of the Olympian magazine. Tom has retired from his position as editor but will continue as Editor Emeritus and as an Olympian. We hope to see you around the Club, Tom.
Allow me to now acknowledge our entire staff as the Board of Directors had the privilege of attending the staff appreciation party for our more than 300 employees on January 7th at the Julia Morgan Ballroom in the
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Merchants Exchange building. This wonderful event is one small token of our appreciation and indebtedness for all of the hard work and dedication of our staff - which plays such an integral part in making the Club a fabulous experience for us each and every time we walk through the front doors of the City Club or drive through the front gates at Lakeside.
The staff appreciation party was also highlighted by the SPIRIT program which is a program that gives employees and managers the opportunity to say “thank you” to other employees who go the extra mile and strive to make sure everyone has a spectacular experience at the Club. The recipients of this employee of the month award are as follows:
Ashlie Miller, Assistant Head Tennis Professional; Chris Lancerini, Assistant Golf Professional; Emerson Acosta, Housekeeping Porter; Jessica Smith, Collections Manager; Leonida Gementiza, Café Attendant; Lina Shukman, Payroll Associate; Linda McCulloch, Graphic Designer; Luis Pulido, Engineer; Luis Ramirez, Front Desk Attendant; Marcial Barrera, Housekeeping Porter; Michael Kremko, Chief Engineer; Sharon Zimmerman, Human Resource Associate; Sophia Ng, Payroll Supervisor/Accountant; Tatiana Munson, Tennis Assistant; Vicki Tom, Food and Beverage Operations Manager.
I look forward to working with the 2011 Board of Directors which includes the newest members to the board - the 2013 Class: Lydia Beebe, Dennis Murphy, Roger Pytlewski and Ed Silicani in addition to Shawn Dahlem, John Dooling, Jay Friedrichs, and Bart Lally, along with my fellow officers, Don Clay, Vice President, Jim Robertson, Secretary, and Brian Davis, Treasurer. This is an exceptionally talented group with a tremendous passion and dedication for the Club. There are several goals and on-going projects that this devoted group will focus on in 2011, including the completion of the front entrance and renovation of the golf pro shop at Lakeside, the renovation of the City Club Grill Room so that it becomes the central meeting place for all Olympians downtown, continued preparation for the 2012 U.S. Open, enhancement of The Olympic Club’s website, the hosting of the 2nd Humphrey Thompson Cup and of course the continued support of the Olympic Club Foundation. These goals and issues will provide quite a challenge for us throughout this year, but we have always met such challenges throughout our history, and 2011 will be no different.
Given my affection and passion for the Club, and my appreciation of its history and traditions, I am humbled and honored to serve as your President for 2011. I truly hope that 2011 brings only the best to you and your families.
In closing, I’d like to remind all of you that Easter Sunday and Mother’s Day are nearly upon us. If you’re still wondering where to go on one or both of these momentous occasions, you’re in luck; Lakeside and the City Clubhouse are planning terrific celebrations for both – just call either clubhouse.
Enjoy our wonderful Club,
Mark A. Campana
Easter Sunday
LAKESIDE
CITYCLUBHOUSE
Dress is Coat & Tie
Seatings 1, 1:30pm & 4, 4:30pm
Adults $56 Children 6-12 $28Plus tax and service chargeAges five & under complimentary Please Call 415.345.5198 Tuesday, March 22 beginning 10am
April 24th, 2011
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Brunch Seatings 11 & 11:30amDinner Seatings 2:30, 3pm & 6, 6:30pm
Brunch Adults $35 Brunch Children 6-12 $18Dinner Adults $56 Dinner Children 6-12 $28 Plus tax and service charge Ages five & under complimentary
Please Call 415.404.4390 Thursday, March 24 beginning 10am
Reservations are limited to one table per member per call. Walk-in, fax, voicemail or email reservations will not be accepted. All cancellations after 5 pm, April 15th and all no-shows will be charged for the total number of reservations booked.
MixMingle
Friday, April 29, 6-9pm
City Clubhouse
RSVP: 415.345.5147
Dress Code is Business Casual
President’s Ball
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keeping a pulse on your fitnessThere have been some great programs so far this year for members to quickly check on their fitness levels. On Valentine’s Day, the Fitness staff set up a blood pressure screening station in the 6th floor Fitness Evaluation room so that members could get a reading on their blood pressure. The readings were free, as were tips on how to use your Club to improve that reading. On the 17th of March you can get a different check on a quick drop-in basis with the St. Patrick’s Day Body Fat Pinch Test. This will also be held in the 6th Floor Fitness Evaluation Room from 6am to 6pm. Advice will also be given as to the implications of these numbers as well as how to improve them. The Club also offers, by appointment, free fitness evaluations that will measure both of these important fitness numbers mentioned above as well as many others...
Fitness staff and general good health crusader Carmen Solla kicked of the year with her No Sugar Challenge that attracted over 150 participants to gradually reduce their total sugar intake over six weeks. The response was one of the best I’ve seen in my time here at the Club. If you missed this opportunity, Carmen has a new program she is cooking up for April. Check the next Olympian and the website for more information.
For those not specifically interested in weight loss but looking for an incentive to drive them to improved fitness levels in 2011, Fitness Programs Director Rebecca Robertson created the very novel “Passport to Fitness” program. The program also attracted over 150 members who used this incentive to drive them towards better fitness and the reward of a unique t-shirt by accomplishing the goals of the program. Also well attended was the free nutrition lecture on “Portion Distortion” by the Club’s Dietitian Rochelle Lacey as a follow-up to her very enlightening article in the January Olympian.
The 2011 Athletic Committee met with all the Sports Commissioners in late January to receive direction from Club President Mark Campana and 2011 Athletic Committee Chairman Brian Busalacchi. The 2011 Athletic Committee and their liaison assignments are: John Gay – triathlon, soccer and ski & snowboard teams; Erin Iverson – squash and softball; George Barry – running and basketball: Brian Murphy – water polo, cycling and fitness; Andy Schilling – masters swimming and handball; Julie Megorden – pistol and rough water swimming; Chris Ridley – rugby and rifle and Carl Hansen – lacrosse and shotgun.
On the Junior member sports’ front, young Gabriel Morgan competed at the squash Junior Tournament Championships held at Princeton University. In the Under 15 group, Gabriel finished 5th overall with a 4-1 tournament record. This allowed him to claim the Tournaments’ Plate Championship. In the bracket finals, he beat his chief national rival, # 2 seed Sean Hughes of Merion Cricket Club in a thrilling and absolutely epic battle between the top two 13-year-olds in the country. Inside the Club, Junior members are gearing up for local tournaments and meets in Junior swimming, water polo and AAU basketball.
On the adult front all the field spots team re also gearing up with Rugby out in front having already played 4 league matches. In The Olympic Club Invitational Tournament Squash Tournament two members Tony Brett Kelly and Sam Pelle met in the finals with Tony taking the championship. The Ski and Snowboard team is working on another Far West Ski Team title later this month. Both the men’s and Women’s soccer teams have started to play with lacrosse starting practice and the Club’s softball program having tryout this month. Check the web site for up to date times and locations of the tryouts. The Club will again send four men’s and one women’s teams to the Pacific Coast Athletic Club Championships in Seattle and then on to the National Club championships in Detroit in April.
That’s a lot of activity and much more is coming in the next three months. I hope you are a part of it.
- Gary Crook
AD’S UPDATE
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J U N I O R SS P O R T S
THE OC’S Jr. AAU PROGRAM Spring and Summer 2011The Olympic Club’s Basketball Program is proud to announce sign-ups for our Junior AAU Basketball Team Program. Available to Junior members and non members (must become a member if you make the team), this is a can’t miss opportunity for players serious about improving their game this spring and summer. Teams will practice twice a week and play games on the weekends; tryouts will be held in early March. Players may elect to sign up for the Spring Season (March-May) or Summer Season (June-July), or both! Games are held on the weekends at the Club and travel with limited to quality events only. Please contact Basketball Director Phil Galvin at 415.345.5205 or [email protected] for more information or to have a registration form emailed to you!
14 Great Teams Available: Boys Teams – 4th through 11th grade; Girls Teams – 6th through 11th grade
The Olympic Club Presents Speaker Luncheon
Professor Robert Hirst
Professor Hirst has been curator of the Mark Twain Papers and general editor of the Mark Twain Project at The Bancroft Library, UC Berkeley, since 1980. He was born in New York City, attended public school in Hastings-on-Hudson, N.Y., earned a B.A. in English at Harvard, then came to the English department at Berkeley for his real education. As a graduate student at Cal he took a job in 1967 as a fact-checker and proofreader at the Mark Twain Papers when it was just beginning the scholarly edition of which he is now head. He became an adjunct professor in 1996 and has since taught one course a year for the English department at UC Berkeley. According to him, “If you’re bored with Mark Twain, you either have no sense
of humor, or you haven’t been paying attention.”
RSVP: 415.345.5147 Cost: $34.50+tax & service
charge, includes lunch. Purchase a table of 8 and
receive 10% off. Members are encouraged to bring
guests. Dress: Business Casual
City Clubhouse Friday, April 15, 12pm
Gabriel Morgan wins Classic Plate Squash Finals at Princeton Gabriel won the boys U15 Classic Plate Finals, taking home 5th place honors at the Princeton JCT event. In the finals, he beat his chief rival, # 2 seed Sean Hughes of Merion Cricket Club in a thrilling and absolutely epic battle between the top two 13-year-olds in the country.
After dropping the first set 9-11, Gabriel roared back with a 12-10 win in the second set. The third set was a super display of squash at its best, with both boys exchanging a dazzling array of drops, lobs, flicks, power, touch and many slams into the nick. Like two heavy weight prize fighters standing toe-to-toe and slugging it out, they exchanged multiple game ball advantages until Gabriel finally prevailed 17-15 in the third. Yes, 17-15! All this in front of a huge roaring crowd including Princeton’s head coach. Amazing really.
His opponent gassed, Gabriel jumped out to a quick lead in the fourth and slammed the door shut for good, closing out the match with a 11-7 win. EPIC!!
Handball Doubles Championships Mike McDonald won his first open division Club Doubles Championship in 1990. In 2010, he won his latest. He has won six times, with five different partners; Jon Kendler, Norm Dunne, Chris Tico, Emmett Peixoto and now with Brian Nelson. Mike and Brian squared off against veterans, Dean Crispen and Lou Barberini, and lost the first game by a large
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margin. Mike moved over to the left side, where he proceeded to dominate the next two games – and the match!
In the A division, the teenage Collado brothers, Loren and Anthony, survived a tough 3-game affair with Tobi Stuart and Sean Buckley. The finals against veterans, Bill Lynch and Dean Cash
went better, as the kids had way too much fire power, over powering Bill and Dean by a 21-10, 21-10 margin.
In the B’s, the surprise team to reach the finals was Paul Capurro and Matt Schroth. There, the duo ran into Vic Aissa and Bert Keane. Vic’s doubles savvy and Bert’s court coverage delivered the trophy!
In the C’s, the newly formed team – and new players – of Dino Lettieri and Bob Del Torre triumphed in the finals with a 3 game win over last year’s champs, Kevin O’Reilly and Taylor Nagel. by Bernie Samet
OC Squash Invitational Singles With some of the best Bay Area squash players in the event, The Olympic Club figured to have its hands full. Club players reached the finals in all five events, winning both the 2.5 and 5.5 flights. In the 5.5 flight, Tony Brettkelly, who recently intensified his training, showed the fruits of his labor as he defeated a very tough 14 year old, Branston Ming, in the semi finals. In the finals, Tony would face Sam Peelle,
runner up to Kevin Orphan, in last year’s Club Championship. Tony’s aggressive play and shot selection were enough to down Sam, 3-1 for the victory.
The 4.0 finals saw a return match between Justin Smith and The Bay Club’s Jan Baranek. Jan defeated Justin in 5 games two years ago in the 3.5 flight. This year the outcome was the same. With both players much improved, Jan’s reach and conditioning still held sway as he repeated the outcome with the same 3-2 victory.
Last time the Club’s Frank Young played in this event, it was in the 2.5 flight. This time a much improved Frank reached the finals in the 3.5 flight with wins over the Bay Club’s Morteza Nassiri and The O Club’s John Townsend. However, the aforementioned Baranek, doubling up and playing back to back finals, was not about to let this one go, defeating Frank for his second championship victory – Jan –time for the 4.5s!
In the 3.0 Division, The Bay Club’s Rebecca Bahr used her speed and determination to overcome her lack of experience, as she downed the Club’s Jarad Hyatt in the semis and Mark Malcoun in the finals – both matches were by a 3-1 margin.
Recent converts to the game, Forest Hainline, Charlie Moore and Nancy Hainline, competed in a round robin format in the 2.5 flight, with Forest defeating Charlie for second place with a 3-1 victory. by Bernie Samet
5.5 final Sam Peelle, Tony Brettkelly (W)2.5s Charlie Moore, Forrest Hainline (W), Nancy Hainline2010 A Doubles Final: Loren and Anthony Collado (W), Dean Cash, Bill Lynch.
5:30pm Dinner, City Clubhouse8pm Show, Curran Theater
Call 415 345 5147
$111 plus tax and service chargeDress Code: Coat & Tie
THEATER NIGHT WEDNESDAY, APRIL 6TH
City Clubhouse Grill Bar When: March 17, 18 & March 24, 25
Specials: Food and drinks available all day. Dress code will be relaxed these days only, and school jerseys and tasteful denim are ok (no sneakers). Enjoy the new Grill room menu from 12-3pm featuring the new Kobe Burger. At 4pm, we will offer a bar menu providing cooked to order small plates and bar favorites. If your Alma Mater wins, we will buy you a draft beer that night! St. Patty’s day (March 17) kicks off tournament week, so you know there will be corned beef and Irish beer!
trivia nightat the City Clubhouse
TUESDAYS, MARCH 15TH & MAY 17TH AT 6-8:30PM
{Please arrive 10-15 minutes before the event begins to form your teams}
Join the action at the Grill Bar for the Brainstormer Pub Quiz. Test your knowledge on current events, sports, movies
and more. Maximum of 8 people per team. Teams can be formed in advance or upon arrival. Prizes will be given to the first and second place winners. No host cocktails and complimentary hors d’oeuvres. Members and their guests
are welcome. Dress is business casual, no denim.
RSVP 415 345 5147, [email protected]
{Due to the popularity of this event reservations are essential}
Lakeside Clubhouse Grill BarWhen: March 17th - April 2nd
Specials: Come out to Lakeside and watch all of the games. Every day we will feature $3 draft beers and munchies at 3pm.
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Triathlon Schedule Mon: Masters Practice (Sutter) 6-7:30am
Tue: AM Runners 6am, Leaves from Sutter Street Garage Core Conditioning Workout (1st Fl Basketball Court) 7am
Wed: Masters Practice (Sutter) 6-7:30am, Triathlon Team & Cycling Team, 3rd Floor, 7pm
Thu: AM Runners 6am, Leaves from Sutter Street Garage
Fri: Masters Practice (Sutter) 6-7:30am
Sky & Post Street Gym Schedule Mon: Noon Ball Open Gym (Sky) 12-1pm, “B” League (Sky & Post) 6-9pm
Tues: Morning Crew 6:30-7:30am, Noon Ball Open Gym (Sky) 12-1pm, “C” League (Sky & Post) 6-9pm
Wed: Noon Ball Open Gym (Sky) 12-1pm, “A” & “B” League (Sky & Post) 6-9pm
Thurs: Morning Crew 6:30-7:30am, Noon Ball Open Gym (Sky) 12-1pm, “C” League (Sky & Post) 6-9pm
Fri: Noon Ball Open Gym (Sky) 12-1pm
Sat: Morning Crew (Sky) 7-8:45am, National Team Practice (Sky) 9-11am, Women’s League (Sky) 11am-2pm
Sun: Golden Masters Practice (Sky) 9-11am, Platinum Team Practice (Post) 9-11am
Aquatics ScheduleMon: Masters Practice (Sutter) 6-7:30am, 12-1pm, Water Con-ditioning (Natatorium) 10-10:40am, Jr. Water Polo (Sutter) 4-5:30pm, Jr. Swim Team Practice (Sutter) 4-6pm
Tues: Masters Practice (Sutter) 6-7:30am, 12-1pm, 6-7pm, Jr. Swim Team Practice (Sutter) 4-6pm, Women’s Water Polo Practice (Sutter) 7-9pm
Wed: Masters Practice (Sutter) 6-7:15am, 12-1pm, Water Conditioning (Natatorium) 10-10:40am, Jr. Swim Team Practice (Sutter) 4-6pm, Men’s Water Polo Practice (Sutter) 7-9pm
Thurs: Masters Practice (Sutter) 12-1pm, 6-7pm, Jr. Swim Team Practice (Sutter) 4-6pm
Fri: Masters Practice (Sutter) 6-7:30am, 12-1pm, Water Conditioning (Natatorium) 10-10:40am, Jr. Swim Team Practice (Sutter) 4-6pm, Jr. Water Polo (Sutter) 4-5:30pm
Sat: Masters Practice (Sutter) 8-10am
Events selected by the Junior Committee for Junior attendance
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1• Basketball Basketball, “C” League Championship Game #1 • Shooting Rifle League, Pacific Rod & Gun Club 6pm
2• Basketball “O45” Spring League Roundtable - 12pm• Handball Beginner Clinic 6-7:30pm
3• Basketball Over 45 Fall League Championship Game #3 – 6:30pm (Post)
4• Lakeside Clubhouse First Friday Dinner – A Taste of Ireland, A Prix Fixe Dinner Special featuring the cuisine of Ireland• Swimming Junior - USA Swim Meet, Santa Rosa through the 6th • Basketball PCAC Tournament, Bel-levue Athletic Club through the 5th • Squash Member/Guest Doubles through the 6th
5• Lakeside Clubhouse New Member Tour -10-11am. Meet in Clubhouse Lobby. Member ID Photo at Lakeside, Please call 415.404.4300 for an Appointment• Soccer GGWSL Spring Season begins • Rugby OC vs. Glendale • Softball Work-out/Try-outs
6• Swimming Junior - USA Swim Meet, Santa Rosa through the 6th • Squash Member/Guest Doubles through the 6th
7 8• Basketball ”C” League Cham-pionship Game #2 (Sky) • Shooting Rifle League, Pacific Rod & Gun Club 6pm
9• Basketball “O35” League Draft 5:00pm; “O45” League Draft 6pm• Basketball “O45” League Draft 6pm• Handball Beginner Clinic 6-7:30pm
10 11• Lakeside Clubhouse No Friday Night Band Scheduled
12• Swimming Masters Rinconada Spring Meet, Palo Alto through the 13th • Rugby OC vs. EPA Razorbacks (League) • Shooting Shotgun Monthly practice, Pacific Rod & Gun Club 10:30am through the 13th• Softball Work-out/Try-outs • Golf St. Patrick’s Day Tournament b/o 9am Lake & Ocean• Tennis Mixed 8.0 12pm - 3cts
13• Basketball Spring Junior League Evaluation Day (Sky/Post 9am-4pm)
14 • Basketball Junior AAU Program tryouts begin, 4-6pm (Sky) 2 weeks: Mon-Sat
15• City Clubhouse Trivia Night 6pm-8:30pm, Grill Room/Bar• Basketball “C” League Championship Game #3 – 7:30pm (Sky); “O35” Basketball League Begins Every Tues/Thurs through May 26th • Shooting Rifle League, Pacific Rod & Gun Club 6pm
16• Basketball “O45” Spring League Begins Every Weds, through June 1st • Handball Beginner Clinic 6-7:30pm
17 St. Patrick’s Day• Lakeside Clubhouse Grill Bar, March Madness through April 2nd• City Clubhouse March Madness in Grill Bar• Fitness St. Patrick’s Day Pinch body fat testing, 6th Floor Cardio Office • Golf SGA Spring Tune-up Ocean b/o 12:30pm
18• Lakeside Clubhouse Dance to the music of Swing Set, 8:30pm-11:30pm, Dress Code: Business Casual• City Clubhouse March Madness in Grill Bar • Triathlon Wildflower Group Train-ing Weekend through the 20th
19• Rugby OC vs Barbarians, Away (League)• Tennis St. Patrick’s Day Round Robin Tour-nament, 9am–2pm• Basketball Women’s Winter League Cham-pionship, 12pm (Sky)
20• Basketball Junior Spring League Begins (Every Sun, Sky/Post 10am-6pm)
21• Tennis USTA League Starts
22• City Clubhouse Call In day for Easter Reservations, Call 415.345.5198 at 10am• Shooting Rifle League, Pacific Rod & Gun Club 6pm
23• City Clubhouse New member tour, Meet in Club Room, Lobby Level at 5:30pm• Handball Beginner Clinic 6-7:30pm
24• Lakeside Clubhouse Call In day for Easter Reservations, Call 415.404.4390 at 10am• City Clubhouse March Madness in Grill Bar
25• Lakeside Clubhouse No Friday Night Band Scheduled• City Clubhouse March Madness in Grill Bar• Softball Spring League begins
26 • Swimming Masters SCAM Spring Meet Berkeley• Rugby OC vs EPA Bulldogs, Away (League)• Triathlon Oceanside open water swim prep at Aquatic Park 9am
27 28 29• Shooting Rifle League, Pacific Rod & Gun Club 6pm• Golf WGN Golden Gate League Lake 8-10am
30• Handball Beginner Clinic 6-7:30pm
31• Tennis Mixed 7.0 6pm - 3cts
Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1• Basketball Basketball, “C” League Championship Game #1 • Shooting Rifle League, Pacific Rod & Gun Club 6pm
2• Basketball “O45” Spring League Roundtable - 12pm• Handball Beginner Clinic 6-7:30pm
3• Basketball Over 45 Fall League Championship Game #3 – 6:30pm (Post)
4• Lakeside Clubhouse First Friday Dinner – A Taste of Ireland, A Prix Fixe Dinner Special featuring the cuisine of Ireland• Swimming Junior - USA Swim Meet, Santa Rosa through the 6th • Basketball PCAC Tournament, Bel-levue Athletic Club through the 5th • Squash Member/Guest Doubles through the 6th
5• Lakeside Clubhouse New Member Tour -10-11am. Meet in Clubhouse Lobby. Member ID Photo at Lakeside, Please call 415.404.4300 for an Appointment• Soccer GGWSL Spring Season begins • Rugby OC vs. Glendale • Softball Work-out/Try-outs
6• Swimming Junior - USA Swim Meet, Santa Rosa through the 6th • Squash Member/Guest Doubles through the 6th
7 8• Basketball ”C” League Cham-pionship Game #2 (Sky) • Shooting Rifle League, Pacific Rod & Gun Club 6pm
9• Basketball “O35” League Draft 5:00pm; “O45” League Draft 6pm• Basketball “O45” League Draft 6pm• Handball Beginner Clinic 6-7:30pm
10 11• Lakeside Clubhouse No Friday Night Band Scheduled
12• Swimming Masters Rinconada Spring Meet, Palo Alto through the 13th • Rugby OC vs. EPA Razorbacks (League) • Shooting Shotgun Monthly practice, Pacific Rod & Gun Club 10:30am through the 13th• Softball Work-out/Try-outs • Golf St. Patrick’s Day Tournament b/o 9am Lake & Ocean• Tennis Mixed 8.0 12pm - 3cts
13• Basketball Spring Junior League Evaluation Day (Sky/Post 9am-4pm)
14 • Basketball Junior AAU Program tryouts begin, 4-6pm (Sky) 2 weeks: Mon-Sat
15• City Clubhouse Trivia Night 6pm-8:30pm, Grill Room/Bar• Basketball “C” League Championship Game #3 – 7:30pm (Sky); “O35” Basketball League Begins Every Tues/Thurs through May 26th • Shooting Rifle League, Pacific Rod & Gun Club 6pm
16• Basketball “O45” Spring League Begins Every Weds, through June 1st • Handball Beginner Clinic 6-7:30pm
17 St. Patrick’s Day• Lakeside Clubhouse Grill Bar, March Madness through April 2nd• City Clubhouse March Madness in Grill Bar• Fitness St. Patrick’s Day Pinch body fat testing, 6th Floor Cardio Office • Golf SGA Spring Tune-up Ocean b/o 12:30pm
18• Lakeside Clubhouse Dance to the music of Swing Set, 8:30pm-11:30pm, Dress Code: Business Casual• City Clubhouse March Madness in Grill Bar • Triathlon Wildflower Group Train-ing Weekend through the 20th
19• Rugby OC vs Barbarians, Away (League)• Tennis St. Patrick’s Day Round Robin Tour-nament, 9am–2pm• Basketball Women’s Winter League Cham-pionship, 12pm (Sky)
20• Basketball Junior Spring League Begins (Every Sun, Sky/Post 10am-6pm)
21• Tennis USTA League Starts
22• City Clubhouse Call In day for Easter Reservations, Call 415.345.5198 at 10am• Shooting Rifle League, Pacific Rod & Gun Club 6pm
23• City Clubhouse New member tour, Meet in Club Room, Lobby Level at 5:30pm• Handball Beginner Clinic 6-7:30pm
24• Lakeside Clubhouse Call In day for Easter Reservations, Call 415.404.4390 at 10am• City Clubhouse March Madness in Grill Bar
25• Lakeside Clubhouse No Friday Night Band Scheduled• City Clubhouse March Madness in Grill Bar• Softball Spring League begins
26 • Swimming Masters SCAM Spring Meet Berkeley• Rugby OC vs EPA Bulldogs, Away (League)• Triathlon Oceanside open water swim prep at Aquatic Park 9am
27 28 29• Shooting Rifle League, Pacific Rod & Gun Club 6pm• Golf WGN Golden Gate League Lake 8-10am
30• Handball Beginner Clinic 6-7:30pm
31• Tennis Mixed 7.0 6pm - 3cts
01 F Lakeside Clubhouse, First Friday Dinner – Italian Night, A Prix Fixe Dinner Special featuring the cuisine of Italy, Special Entertainment to follow, 8:30pm to 11:30pm . Swimming, Junior - Inter squad meet 4-6pm, Sutter Street Pool
02 SA Tennis, Mixed 8.0 12pm - 3cts . Rugby, OC vs. Sacramento Capitals (Away) . Triathlon California 70.3 Oceanside . Lakeside Clubhouse, New Member Tour, 10 am Meet in Clubhouse Lobby . Member ID photo at Lakeside Please call 415.404.4300 for an appointment
04 M Basketball, The OC Super Skills Easter Break Camp, 9am-4pm through the 7th . Tennis, USTA Senior 65’s League Begins
05 TU City Clubhouse, Call In Day for Mother’s Day, Call 415.345.5198 at 10am . Shooting, Rifle League, Pacific Rod & Gun Club 6pm
06 W City Clubhouse, Theater Night - Rock of Ages 5:30pm Dinner, 8pm Show at The Curran Theater
07 TH Lakeside Clubhouse, Call In Day for Mother’s Day, Call 415.404.4390 at 10am
08 F Lakeside Clubhouse, No Friday Night Band Scheduled . Basketball, NACAD Tournament at Detroit through the 11th . Swimming, Pacific Masters Short Course Championships, Pleasanton CA through the 10th
09 SA Tennis, Member/Guest Mixed Doubles Championships . Rugby, OC vs. San Mateo (Away) . Shooting, Shotgun Monthly practice, Pacific Rod & Gun Club 10:30am
11 M Golf, Outside Event . Basketball, “A” League Championship Game #1 (Sky)
12 TU Shooting, Rifle League, Pacific Rod & Gun Club 6pm
13 W Basketball, “A” League Championship Game #2 (Sky)
14 TH City Clubhouse, 2011-CAL/Stanford Senior Dinner Night, Olympian Room
15 F Lakeside Clubhouse, Dance to the music of Primetime, 8:30pm to 11:30pm . Lacrosse, San Diego Tournament through 17th
16 SA Golf, Four Ball Championship Lake/Ocean b/o 9am . Rugby, PCRFU Playoffs vs. Utah teams
17 SU Golf, Fourball Championship Lake/Ocean b/o 9am . Swimming, Jr. USA Swim Meet, Rohnert Park
18 M Running, Boston Marathon . Basketball, “A” League Championship Game #3 (Sky) if Necessary . Squash, Championships through the 26th
21 TH Golf, No Guest Play Lake - Guest play Ocean 9-10:30 & after 2:30pm
22 F Lakeside Clubhouse, No Friday Night Band Scheduled
24 SU Easter Sunday City Clubhouse, Easter Celebration Seating 1pm,1:30pm and 4pm, 4:30pm . Lakeside Clubhouse, Easter Celebration, Brunch Buffet 11am & 11:30am, Dinner Buffet 2:30pm & 3pm and 6pm & 6:30pm; Main Dining Room and Main Bar Closed, Grill Room and Grill Bar open normal hours
26 TU Lakeside Clubhouse, Basketball Awards Banquet, 6pm
27 W City Clubhouse, New member tour, Meet in Club Room, Lobby Level at 5:30pm; Admin Assistants Day Lunch . Golf, MHGP Guest day b/o 12pm Lake & Ocean
28 TH Swimming, USMS Masters Nationals Championships, Mesa, AZ through May 1st
29 F City Clubhouse, Mix & Mingle 6-9pm, Grill Bar . Lakeside Clubhouse, No Friday Night Band Scheduled
30 SA Rugby, CR1 Playoffs . Triathlon, Wildflower Races through May 1st
APRIL ‘11 H O U R S O F O P E R A T I O N
city clubhouse 415 345 5100Clubhouse: Mon - Fri: 5am - 11:30pm Sat & Sun: 6am - 9pmAthletic Facilities: Mon - Fri: 5am - 11pm Sat & Sun: 6am - 8:30pmCafe: Mon - Fri: 6:30am - 10pm Sat & Sun: 8am - 8pmGrill Bar: Lunch: Mon, Tue & Fri 12-2pm
Beverage Service: Mon - Fri 4pm-11pm, Sat 1pm-8pmMain Dining Room: (Denim Not Permitted) Lunch: Wed-Thu 12-2pm Dinner: Wed 6-9pm (A la Carte)- Piano Entertainment,
Thurs 6-9pm (Buffet) - Piano EntertainmentMassage: Mon - Fri: 11am-7pm Sat: 12pm-5pm Sun: by appointmentSport Shop: Mon - Fri: 9am - 8pm Sat: 9am - 3pmBarber: Mon - Fri: 9am - 5pm Sat: 11am - 2pm
lakeside clubhouse 415 404 4300Clubhouse: Tues - Sun: 6am - 10pm (except Friday, open until 11:30pm)Main Dining Room: Breakfast: Sunday Brunch 10am - 1:30pm Lunch: Tues & Fri 12noon - 2 pm Dinner: Fri (a la carte) 6:30 - 9pm dancing Garden Court 8:30 -
11:30pm (see calendar for band schedule), Sun (buffet) 5 - 7:30pm Grill Room: Breakfast: Sat, Sun & Holidays 7 - 11am Lunch: Wed-Fri, Sun & Holidays 11am - 2:30pm, Sat 11am - 3pm Grill Bar: Beverage Service: Tues - Fri 11am - 8pm, Sat & Sun 8am - 8pm* Main Bar: Beverage Service: Tues 11am - 2:30pm, Fri 11am - 2:30pm & 5 -
11:30pm, Sun 9:30am - 9pm Massage: Fri - Sun: 7am - 3pm
*open until 9pm starting Tuesday, March 15th
AT L A K E S I D E C L U B H O U S E
Dinners in the Main Dining Room at Lakeside will continue in March and April. We’ll feature a
prix fixe dinner special, highlighting a different cuisine and paired with selected wines - along
with special entertainment that evening. Of course, all of the items you would normally find on
our ala carte dinner menu will also be available.
M A R C H 4 , 2 0 1 1 - A TA S T E O F I R E L A N D
Organic Smoked Irish Salmon Tartar with brown butter bread and celeriac slaw
Lamb Sheppard’s Pie
Warm Chocolate Cake with whipped sour cream and spiced cherries
A P R I L 1 , 2 0 1 1 - I TA L I A N N I G H T
Beef Carpaccio with baby arugula, parmigiano reggiano, black pepper & lemon oil
Flash-Cooked Veal Loin alla Puttanesca with fava beans, peas, broccoli rabe & mint
Zabaglione surrounded by chocolate gelato and caramelized hazelnuts
$33 Plus tax and gratuity (beverages not included). Dress code is business casual.
Please RSVP by calling 415.404.4300
First Fridays Prix Fixe
Mon: Studio Cycling & Abs (3rd fl.) 6:15-7:15am
Water Conditioning (Post St. Pool, Nat.) 10-10:50am
Senior Cycling & Strength (3rd fl.) 10-11am
Intro to TRX (3rd fl. balcony) 11-11:30am
Studio Cycling & Abs (3rd fl.) 12-1pm
Iyengar Yoga (3rd fl.) 1:15-2:15pm
Pilates Mat (3rd fl.) 2:15-3:15pm
Jr. Fitness Training (6th fl.) 3:45-4:45pm
Iyengar Yoga (3rd fl.) 5:30-6:45pm
Fitness ScheduleTues: Cardio-Fit (Post St. Gym) 6-7am
Functional Training (4th Fl. Handball Gallery) 6:15-7:15 am
Senior Circuit (6th fl.) 9:30-11am
Pilates Mat (3rd fl.) 12-1:15pm
OC Boot Camp (6th fl.) 12:30-2pm
Pilates on the Ball (3rd fl.) 6-7pm
Yoga Flow (3rd fl.) 7-8pm
Wed: Studio Cycling & Abs (3rd fl.) 6:15-7:15am
Senior Cycling & Strength (3rd fl.) 10-11am
Water Conditioning (Post St. Pool, Nat.) 10-10:50am
Stretch and Roll (3rd fl.) 11:00-11:30am
Studio Cycling & Abs (3rd fl.) 12-1pm
Jr. Fitness Training (6th fl.) 3:45-4:45pm
Yogalates (3rd fl.) 5:30-6:30pm
Intro to TRX (3rd fl. balcony) 6-6:30pm
Thurs: Cardio-Fit (Post St. Gym) 6-7am
Functional Training (4th Fl. Handball Gallery) 6:15-7:15 am
Senior Circuit (6th fl.) 9:30-11am
Pilates Mat (3rd fl.) 12-1:15pm
OC Boot Camp (6th fl.) 12:30-2pm
Iyengar Yoga (3rd fl.) 1:15-2:15pm
Self Defense Work-Out (3rd fl.) 6-7pm
Fri: Studio Cycling & Abs (3rd fl.) 6:15-7:15am
Water Conditioning (Post St Pool, Nat.) 10-10:50am
Yoga Therapy (3rd fl.) 11-11:30am
Studio Cycling & Abs (3rd fl.) 12-1pm
Sat: Studio Cycling (3rd fl.) 9-10am
Intro to TRX (3rd fl. balcony) 10-10:30pm
Yogalates (3rd fl.) 10-11am
Please contact Rebecca Robertson, Fitness Programs Director 415.345.5208 or visit www.olyclub.com for more information.
Kinesis is by appointment only, please contact Jim Nicosia to reserve your spot 415.345.5188
Calendar subject to change. Please visit olyclub.com for the complete fitness schedule.
with brad engmann, OC pistol commissioner
Brad Engmann is a man on the go. Not only is he the Club’s Pistol Commissioner, in
charge of rallying the troops to learn and love the art of shooting, he also just finished
a stint as a reality contestant on the History Channel’s “Top Shot” show. He competes
in the fast-moving sport of ‘action pistol’, or ‘racing with a handgun’, in Engmann’s words. When the Olympian phoned Engmann,
he answered by saying: “Just doing some surgery on some new mags,” which is pistol-speak for tweaking his California compliant
equipment for increased reliability. The 27-year-old San Francisco native knows it all and does it all for the sport he loves:
ONE ON ONE
SPORTS 14
Olympian Magazine: Help us out. Should we call your sport ‘shooting’?
Brad Engmann: You certainly could, but a more appropriate term which covers the gamut of what I do is ‘action shooting.’ Most pistol shooters simply go to the range to shoot at a static target from a static line. What we do in USPSA (United States Practical Shooting Association) however, involves a lot of speed and movement. It’s very athletic. We start by drawing a loaded handgun from a holster then we run through a course consisting of obstacles and barricades while shooting at various paper and steel targets anywhere from 2 to 35 yards away. We sometimes have to engage those targets from difficult or uncomfortable positions such as prone, one handed, or while in a full sprint. The sport’s motto is Diligentia, Vis, Celeritas (Accuracy, Power, Speed) which is what it’s all about.
OM: This sounds like something from an action movie.
BE: Yeah, I’ve heard curious folks who have come to watch us practice say exactly that! It’s not uncommon for us to hit targets with sub-one second draws, or to be shooting six shots a second out of a full power pistol.
OM: Many people think of shooting as in the Olympics, at stationary targets. Not so for your sport?
BE: We do have standards courses of fire where you don’t have to move, but those are mostly used for classifications. Otherwise, pretty much all the stages are different every match. You have to be creative and figure out the fastest way to shoot each one. Many other sports such as skeet are standards based where you’ll have to shoot the same thing every time. While I have a lot of respect for people who perfect those disciplines (sometimes even missing one out of 200 shots is a failure), I prefer doing something a lot more dynamic. Also, usually in the Olympics, highly specialized equipment is used. In the division I shoot (Production) you can literally grab a new handgun off a shelf and get going.
OM: How early in life did you get involved in this?
BE: I first started shooting at age 13. My Dad and I would go to Jackson Arms in South San Francisco and shoot at a static line many weekends a year. That’s where I got my accuracy base. But I ended up playing a lot more baseball, and eventually got involved in cars through a teammate who was a big enthusiast. I charged pretty hard into that, and even went to Jim Russell Racing School at Infineon in Sonoma. I drove a lot on the track and built some really powerful cars, but the problem was, they became a pain to work on. Time and money became a large factor. It was overwhelming and I thought about revisiting my earlier passion.OM: So how did you make the leap from cars to action pistol?
BE: I saw a show on the History Channel with R. Lee Ermey called ‘Mail Call’. He had on a world champion shooter named Dave Sevigny and I thought: “Wow, that looks fun!” Before that I didn’t even know action pistol existed. So I did some research and just jumped right in. Only about 2 and ½ years ago I became a range officer (which gave me great access privileges) and I got really serious about my practice. On some months I would go 4-5 times a week after work and on the weekends- sometimes in the rain or the middle of the night. All that trigger time improved my skills tremendously. I went from a good “B class” shooter to a Master in a few months. Under a year later I became a Grand Master. OM: What’s the action pistol scene in the Bay Area like?
BE: There are a few local clubs around which host weekend matches. Sometimes we’ll even have larger matches such as a state championship nearby. My home club is the Richmond Rod and Gun Club in the East Bay. They have a great facility and some top level people. It’s actually quite popular around here, and we can even get up to over a hundred shooters during the summer weekends
OM: You guys compete and have leagues?
BE: Yeah, it’s a sport. We have colorful jerseys and logos and sponsorships
We have an exciting year planned as our new Board Members are in place and all golf and social events are scheduled.
The February Hawaii Spring Getaway, February 27th – March 8th, is close to being sold out and our SGA Golf Tournaments are on the Club calendars.
We have an exciting group of Home and Home Clubs we will be playing this year including Lake Merced, Pasatiempo, Los Altos, Monterey Peninsula, Castlewood and Peninsula Club. These are all great courses and we encourage all SGA Members to look for the tournament flyers and participate. The tournaments sell out quickly, as these are great opportunities to make new friends and play excellent courses.
Future SGA golf events are the Spring Tune Up on March 17th, the Invitational on July 13th and 14th, the Club Championship on October 13th and 20th and the Year End Tournament on November 3rd.
The social events are the Spring Fling Dinner Dance on April 1st and the Holiday Dinner Dance on December 2nd.
Remember, if you are not already an SGA member you can become one if you’re 55 and hold a golf privilege (MHGP). All of us on the SGA Board look forward to a great year and hope to see new faces at these events. It is your participation and support that makes it a pleasure to be a member of this association.
SGA Corner - preview for 2011by Tom Culligan
The Olympic Club’s Assistant Head Golf Professional, Willie Toney, was honored as an
“Outstanding Leader in Golf” by the African American Golfer’s Digest at an awards program on January 30, 2011 in Orlando, Florida. The magazine selected him and the other recipients for their commitment to professional excellence and dedication in growing the sport, business, careers and participation of golf among African Americans.
“Each of the honorees have made a substantial impact on the game, and the golf industry, as it relates to the African American community in particular and I am happy to salute their contributions with this award,” remarked Debert Cook, the publisher of the magazine. The magazine and its editor, Ms. Cook, selected the recipients from dozens of nominations submitted by the magazine’s readership and its Editorial Advisory Board.
Congratulations, Willie!
Outstanding Leaders In Golf Award
ACTIVITIESCourtland W. Durling replaced Michael P. Strain
BUILDINGWilliam C. Last added as Ex-officio
HISTORY & ARCHIVES
Ronald Dudum replaced Mark RosenWilliam Gabriel replaced Leo J. Murphy
INSURANCE
Patricia Cole replaced Victoria A. Raffetto Masliah
INVESTMENT AND ENDOWMENTMark P. Wehrman replaced Stephen P. Pijas
Committee Changes
Mrs. Helena Rudden passed away December 9, 2010 Member since 1992
Mr. Michael P. Carter passed away January 27, 2011 Member since 1951
Mr. Edmond S. Delmon passed away: January 28, 2011 Member since1965
IN MEMORIAM
and everything. Your ranking is determined by your performance against other shooters. You can shoot matches of different levels from city to state to multi-state to national. This year, for example, I won the Area 2 Production Championship which included California, Arizona, New Mexico and Colorado. I placed 14th at Nationals.
OM: And you got to be on a reality TV show.
BE: I read a casting notice for “Top Shot” and thought: Why not? There were 5500 applicants for Season 1. After a ton of interviews over a few months they weeded us down to 50 people, and took us to Los Angeles for a battery of exams to select the top 16. I was lucky to have been chosen for the cast. We filmed the show last March and I made it to Episode 7 of 10.
OM: How did the Club get into your life as a shooter?
BE: I’ve been a member since I was a Junior through my Dad. I read an article in the Olympian where then Pistol Commissioner Robert Chan mentioned the Club would be more involved in action pistol in the future. I gave him a call and we planned some events together. When his tenure expired at the end of 2010, I took over the job. OM: So you’re throwing out the welcome mat for Club members?
BE: Our message is, our sport is fast paced and exciting but is also very family friendly. We’re open to any skill level. Even if you’ve never picked up a handgun in your life, with the right instruction (and safety supervision) we can get you started in no time. We’ll be having a bunch of events this year which focus on beginners that should quite literally be a blast!
- Interview by Brian Murphy
The shooting programs of The Olympic Club date back to the earliest years of the Club, nearly to
the founding of the Club itself. Expert rifleman and OC Hall of Fame Member Philo Jacoby joined
The Olympic Club in the 1860s, earning Champion Rifle Shot of the World honors in 1876. Over the
years, Olympians have earned several national and world titles in the various shooting disciplines.
One such star, Gary Anderson, won back to back gold medals at the 1964 and 1968 Olympic
Games, setting world records in the three-position rifle event each time.
These days, despite waning interest and participation levels, The Olympic Club is home to some of the top marksmen in the world. The Olympic Club currently features shooters and teams in three categories: rifle, pistol and shotgun. Although each of these disciplines fall under the broader category of shooting, they are as different from each other as basketball is to tennis is to golf. However, the shooting programs all feature three important, common characteristics:
Firearm Safety & Fundamentals: An introduction to any of the shooting disciplines begins in the classroom. Members with training certification instruct new participants
SHOOTINGOCO V E R A H U N D R E D Y E A R S O F T R A D I T I O N
Skeet and Trap shooting require
shooters to break clay targets slung
across the shooter’s field of fire.
The target clays often simulate the
movement of birds and/or foul.
1. Sheet
2. Trap
Dan Lewis/Jeff McNulty Brad Engmann/ Brad Engmann Mike Dunia/ Bill Peterson
1. Action
2. Slow-Fire/Precision
1. Air
2. Small-bore
3. High-power
Hand/eye coordination,
fundamental mechanics, spatial
judgment
In Action Pistol, competitors are on
the move and negotiate obstacle
courses, speed-reload, and clear
targets on a course as quickly as their
skills will allow.
• Slow-fire/Precision Pistol is
stationary, one-handed firing at targets
on a range.
Speed, accuracy, recoil control and
transitions
Rifle competitions range from
distances of 100 to 1,000 yards.
Competitors will shoot at targets
from 3 different positions:
Prone, Sitting and Standing.
Breathing control, heart rate, focus,
ability to read wind conditions
with basic firearm safety. Typical beginner clinics begin with 2-4 hours of classroom instruction culminating in practice shooting rounds under instructor supervision on the shooting range.
Competitive Discipline Required to Succeed: As is true in any sport, the shooting disciplines require time and practice to hone the skills required to compete successfully. While naturally gifted shooters may display good hand/eye coordination and accuracy, expert shooters rely heavily on their mental game to clear their mind, eliminate distractions and focus on the targets within their range of fire.
Family/Community Sport: One of the most gratifying aspects of all shooting sports is the communal aspect to competition. Fathers and sons, mothers and daughters are stepping out onto the range and firing to score with the support and encouragement of their fellow shooters. Shooting is a sport for all ages and for those that have participated, it is common to hear the stories about the first time a young shooter visited a range with his or her father. It is also common in intraclub and interclub competitions for a potlatch-style gathering to follow shooting events where shooters share tips and advice with each other.
COMPETITIONTYPES
SHOTGUN PISTOL RIFLE
GENERALDESCRIPTION
SKILLSEMPHASIZED
OC EXPERT/COMMISSIONER
9th Annual Spring Basketball Leagues for Junior members, children of members, and guests of members.
WHERE: City Clubhouse Sky and Post Street Gyms.
COST: $65 Junior Member, $125 Child of Member, $185 Guest of Member.
REGISTRATION: Deadline to register is Friday, March 11th. For questions, concerns, or to receive a registration form, please call League Director John Perez at 415.345.5228 or email [email protected]
L E A G U E SS P O R T SSpring Leagues junior basketball
DIVISION I: (Separate Boys and Girls Leagues)Ages: Boys 11th & 12th, Girls 9th,10th, 11th & 12th Grades
Season Length: March 13th - May 15th (8 weeks)
Games: Boys D-I games will be on Sundays at 5pm & 6pm, Girls D-I games will be on Sundays at 5pm & 6pm
Evaluation Day: March 13th, 3-5pm Boys (Sky) Girls (Post St.)
DIVISION II: Ages: Boys 9th & 10th Grades
Season Length: March 13th - May 15th (8 weeks)
Games: Boys D-II games will be on Sundays at 3pm & 4pm (Post St.)
Evaluation Day: March 13th, 1:30-3pm (Sky)
DIVISION III: (Separate Boys and Girls Leagues)Ages: Boys & Girls 7th and 8th Grades
Season Length: March 13th - May 15th (8 weeks)
Games: Boys D-III games will be on Sundays at 1pm & 2pm (Sky)Girls D-III games will be on Sundays at 3pm-4pm (Post St.)
Evaluation Day: March 13th, 12pm-1:30pm Boys (Sky) Girls (Post St.)
DIVISION IV: (Separate Boys and Girls Leagues)Ages: Boys & Girls 5th and 6th Grades
Season Length: March 13th - May 15th (8 weeks)
Games: Boys D-IV games will be on Sundays at 11am & 12pm (Post St.), Girls D-IV games will be on Sundays at 2pm (Post St.)
Evaluation Day: March 13th, 10:30am-12pm Boys (Sky) Girls (Post St.)
DIVISION V: (Separate Boys and Girls Leagues)Ages: Boys & Girls 3rd and 4th Grades
Season Length: March 13th - May 15th (8 weeks)
Games: Boys D-V games will be on Sundays at 12pm (Sky),Girls D-V games will be on Sundays at 11am (Sky)
Evaluation Day: March 13th, 9-10:30am Boys (Sky) Girls (Post St.)
SHOOTINGOC The shooting programs are welcoming interested members who would like to learn more about each of the shooting disciplines. New or novice shooters are not required to own a rifle, shotgun or pistol and beginner clinics are available that do not require anything beyond simply being interested and enthusiastic about learning the sport of shooting.
The Olympic Club will be hosting its annual Field Sports Day on Saturday, April 30th. This is a family-friendly event designed to introduce new participants to the shooting sports where all firearms and safety equipment will be provided. New shooters will learn about each of the shooting disciplines and have the opportunity to participate.
by Sam Enoka
U P C O M I N G S H O O T I N G E V E N T S
SHOTGUN SPRING INVITATIONAL, SATURDAY, APRIL 16
DETAILS: All experienced shooters are invited to represent The Olympic Club in our Spring
Invitational where we compete against other Bay Area shooting clubs in skeet/trap.
WHERE: Pacific Rod & Gun Club 520 John Muir Drive, San Francisco WHEN: 10am
COST: $80 per shooter includes 100 shells, targets and lunch, plus a $5 donation to the OC
Foundation.
RSVP: Jeff McNulty, [email protected], 415.305.0571
SHOOTING SPORTS FIELD DAY, SATURDAY, APRIL 30
DETAILS: The Olympic Club Shooting Sports are holding their annual Field Sports Day. This
is a family friendly event designed to introduce you and your guests to the shooting sports.
All firearms and safety equipment will be provided and no experience is needed.
WHERE: The Richmond Rod and Gun Club WHEN: 9am-12pm
COST: $30 per shooter.
RSVP: Jeff McNulty, [email protected], 415.305.0571
GOLF REPORT
Christmas Tourney‘Twas the day of the Christmas Tourney when all through the clubhouse not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse; however, the nurturing holiday sounds of blenders mixing delicious concoctions simply known as The Olympic Club Gin Fizz welcomed all who opened their hearts to the pure elation of their gooey goodness. Now a Gin Fizz is a fine way to start off any morning, but the sight of seeing hundreds if not thousands of highball glasses full of the sumptuous swing juice sitting atop the bar gently calling your name could be the closest piece of Heaven on Earth any of us might find in this lifetime. The exception, of course, being if you actually have had the pleasure of full immersion in a bathtub full of gin, but that is a story for another time, better told by a hallucinatory image of Walter Hagen adorned in a tuxedo wearing golf-spiked spats.
All the participants soaked up the good vibes of another spectacular show presented by Santa and Mr. Clean encapsulating the year’s tales of woe, humor and utter shameful embarrassment. And of course, there was the alternative and continuing Christmas tradition of a small but boisterous band of very merry imps holding their own show and keeping the blenders at full flow capacity in the Garden Court bar.
The Christmas Tournament, a highly competitive and sought after crown, is played in four-person scramble format on the Lake and Ocean Courses for Gross and Net Championship titles. This year’s championship event was soaked in sun, a rare winter treat for all to experience. It was such a warm winter day that there was talk of
The Tournament Beat by Brian O’Connor
canceling the event due to fear of heat stroke overtaking some of the participants from over-indulging in a morning diet of sausage, bacon and fizzes, which in hindsight may not have been the best preparation. But cooler heads prevailed, defibrillators were at the ready and the tournament was played to completion without incident.
On the Lake Course, one of the perennial favorite and past-champion teams of Steve Barry, Tim Dees, Phil Huff and Tom Yohanan, used the strength of their team putting and a fortuitous 40-yard pitch-in for eagle on the 17th hole by Mr. Huff to secure the Low Gross Championship title by a stroke with a score of 58, 13-under par. The team of Mike Blewett, Kyle Holm, John Kramer and Paul Kramer won the always-competitive Lake Net Championship crown using a combination of both low handicap skill and a high handicap team-member to take down the crown.
On the Ocean Course, the “years of wisdom,” guile, blind luck and a well swing-oiled team consisting of Johnny McLaughlin, Pat Murphy, Don Papa and Charles Scully used all of their past championship title experience to take down another crown with the Ocean Gross Championship with a fine score of 13-under par, matching the Lake low gross score of 58. The team of Al Cooper, John Mays, Bill Poland and Dave Rawson survived and conquered the highly competitive Net Championship division to take their rightful place on the championship trophy.
All enjoyed the fine spread provided afterwards and some, present company included, ate like ravenous vultures picking over the bones of the tasty buffalo wings while protecting their plates like rabid dogs. Just icing on another perfect day playing competitive golf at The Olympic Club.
Martha Mary Willson1/4/11 • 17th hole of Ocean Course • 113 yards with a 4 hybrid • Witnesses: Martha Fleischmann and Elizibeth Anderlini
Congratulations! Hole In One
Golf Club storage is available for
members and their guests in the Club
Storage Room. Golf bags may not be
stored in the Clubhouse.
did you know?
SPORTS 18
Split Step There are many elements of having sound footwork – anticipation, recognition of the ball, reaction time, first step, acceleration, deceleration, balance, change of direction, and recovery, just to name a few. Many of these components
are acquired through years of practice. But one piece that always seems to be overlooked is the split step. You should try to get in the habit of split stepping every time your opponent hits the ball, whether you’re at the baseline, in-transition or at the net. Most players (and some coaches) only think of it in the transition area. The split step is like a hop-scotch step or a dynamic “ready-position” step performed just as your opponent is about to strike the ball. It enables you to fight “inertia,” possibly changing direction, and enabling a fluid explosive movement to the ball. It is more critical at the net or when transitioning to the net, but is also important on the groundstroke’s and return of serve. You will find it more significant when playing players who hit the ball bigger or earlier. For more help with the ‘Split Step,’ please see one of our USPTA certified Teaching Professionals. - Nigel O’Rourke, [email protected]
T E N N I S
Faster not Harder How many times have you told yourself after hitting a poor golf shot to “swing slower”? Swinging slower is not the answer. Swinging slower is the problem. Most amateurs need to swing faster, specifically swing your left arm faster
(right handed golfer). Yes FASTER. This may sound like blasphemy but it is correct. The critical footnote is not to confuse faster with harder. Faster refers to speed while harder is about effort or exerting more force. Many professionals and amateurs confuse the two. In a correct golf kinematic sequence the chest turns behind the golf ball (think circle) on the back swing. The arms and golf club also swing in a circle. The body wins the back swing while the arms and golf club win the race on the thru swing. It allows the body to get in the way of the arms swinging free and natural. “Swing slower” reverses the natural kinematic sequence all golfers already possess. Swing harder promotes the body getting in the way of the arms causing players to feel “stuck” therefore swing your arms and golf club faster. - Raymond Briggs, [email protected]
G O L F
TIPS FROMTHE PROS
Tee to Green by Gerry Stratford
Remembering Willie WatsonIf in 1927 someone had told Willie Watson that in eighty years he would be best remembered for a golf course he had designed for The Olympic Club, he would not have been surprised. He knew that it was his best work yet. But he would have been astonished if they had gone on to say that they were speaking about the Lake Course for he was justifiably proudest of the Ocean layout. Unfortunately, shortly after its construction, the same not very Pacific Ocean that had inspired his layout and given the course its name eroded several holes, necessitating many re-routings (first by Watson’s friend Sam Whiting, the Club Superintendent), and later by a host of others. Watson’s creation overlooking the western sea can now only be revisited in photographs and sketches from long ago.
Like so many of the self-styled golf architects of his era, Willie Watson was born in Scotland but came to the United States in 1898. He first worked as the golf professional at Minikahda in Minneapolis and, along with Robert Foulis, designed the original 9 holes there. His routing was expanded when the club acquired additional property and several architects worked on the layout including Tom Bendelow in preparation for the US Open in 1916. Chick Evans’ two over par total for the event convinced the membership that a tougher routing was needed so Donald Ross was hired the next year; it is his design, recently restored by Ron Pritchard, that is played today. Similarly, Watson’s work at Interlachan was revised by Ross, but not all of his designs have been re-worked so dramatically as these and our own Ocean Course. Watson really came into his own when he moved to California in the 1920s, designing not only our two courses, but also Harding Park, the Diablo, Burlingame and Orinda Country Clubs and along with Alister MacKenzie the intricate routing at Claremont Country Club.
Watson’s minimalist work generally looks simple without elaborate constructed features, but he was a strong advocate for careful green construction. “The most interesting green,” he said, “is one without definition. Mounds, slopes, grassy hollows, sand pits, all have their values in beautifying the setting of our greens and in giving them distinctive definition—if artificially arranged without appearance of artificiality.” His greens were large, and often offered cupping positions close to surrounding hazards, which means that his greens need to be studied as part of the larger more complex landform that surrounds them.
Just as at Minikahda and Interlachen, our Ocean course has been extensively revised, and once again an architect is looking at our greens as we prepare to rebuild them and the surrounding terrain while converting to Bent grasses. Thus presented is an opportunity to look back at those old photographs and plan drawings to examine the architectural vision of a masterful architect, and perhaps restore some of the subtle protections that Watson found to be natural to this sandy hillside on the Pacific. Our Ocean course is the primary course available to all active members of our Club and most accessible to our guests. It deserves to be challenging, it deserves to be a showcase, and it deserves the respect that its first architect intended.
As I am sure you are aware by now, the 2012 U.S. Open Championship
will be held at The Olympic Club June 11 – 17, 2012. There will be many
exciting things going on over the next 16 months at the Club and it is
our objective to keep the membership informed of important issues.
As always, if you have any questions for me, please send an email to
S T E V E M E E K E R , Chair U.S .Open Executive Committee
M E M B E R T I C K E T O F F E R :
The Olympic Club Member tickets go on sale March 1, 2011. Each Active member, Non Resident member with a golf privilege and Senior members in good standing will have the opportunity to purchase up to two (2) weekly badges or tickets (see ticket options below). All member badges/tickets will provide access to the Championship Grounds and all designated areas reserved for The Olympic Club membership during the entire week of the Championship. The deadline for this offer is May 16th, 2011.
Note that members who have signed up to volunteer for the Championship will receive special designation on their volunteer credential that allows them access to these Member areas and thus will not need a separate member badge or ticket.
M E M B E R T I C K E T O P T I O N S
• The Olympic Club Member Badge ($385 per badge): The Olympic Club Member Badge is a single badge that is valid the entire week of the Championship (June 11-17, 2012). This option works well if the same person is going to use the badge all week and it makes a nice souvenir.
• The Olympic Club Member Ticket Package ($450 per package): The Olympic Club Member Ticket Package includes one (1) ticket for each day of the Championship (June 11-17, 2012). These tickets are easy to distribute among family and friends because there is an individual ticket for each day of the Championship.
Starting on March 1st you can log into the members section of The Olympic Club website and click the 2012 U.S. Open Championship Logo on the left side of the home page. Under the tickets heading you will be able to click “Purchase Member Tickets Now” and complete your purchase. You can also request a paper ticket application by emailing [email protected] or by contacting the 2012 U.S. Open Championship office at (415) 294-2860.
Please Note: The deadline for this offer to Olympic Club Members is May 16th, 2011.
M E M B E R H O S P I TA L I T Y A R E A S :
Plans are being finalized as to the layout and function of two Member Hospitality areas for the Championship. As we discussed before and in order to accommodate the USGA, Players and some Corporate clients, there will not be any member access to the Lakeside Clubhouse during the Championship. As in 1998, there will be a Hospitality area located on the short game area to the right of the 8th Hole of the Lake Course as well as another tented area elsewhere on the property. Please remember that you must purchase The Olympic Club Member Badges/Tickets as explained in the previous section to access these special areas during the Championship. I will continue to update you on the progress as we continue to plan and I assure you that I am working to make the member experience at the Championship the best it can possibly be.
V O L U N T E E R U P D AT E :
We have received a great deal of support from the membership with over 800 Olympians officially registered to volunteer. Limited volunteer positions are still available. If you are interested, please fill out an application online at: 2012volunteers.usga.org/2012vols/ or email [email protected] to request a hard copy of the application.
C O R P O R AT E H O S P I TA L I T Y:
Olympic Club members were given an exclusive opportunity to purchase the various corporate hospitality packages starting in May of 2010. Initial response by Club members and their employers has been fantastic and while the general corporate public is now eligible to purchase hospitality packages, members are still able to do so as well. There are hospitality packages available at various locations on the property and anyone who wants more information should contact our official 2012 U.S. Open Championship hospitality provider, MSG Promotions at www.msgpromotions.com or via phone at (484) 223-3295.
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For questions or comments, please email [email protected]
GM’S REPORTOn a recent early Saturday morning I started my day with a quick walk through the City Clubhouse which includes one of my favorite perspectives of this amazing facility. There was no one present in the room as I stood alone and in silence watching the symphony of swimmers below me in the Sutter Street pool. Coach Paul Carter walked the deck with the precision and focus of a Red-tailed Hawk circling its prey. In the water, fifteen or so Olympians churned effortlessly through the silky clear blue. While I could hear nothing, the moment said everything. Article III; Physical culture, social intercourse, and the fostering of amateur athletics in a spirit of close harmony.
One hundred and fifty one years after their modest beginnings, the Nahl brothers would indeed be proud of their legacy. When I think of growing up an amateur athlete myself in multiple disciplines, I can’t help but fondly recall the incredible camaraderie, friendships, and life lessons learned on the practice field and in competition. Sport is without question the greatest influence in my life beyond the valuable lessons learned from my parents and grandparents. I’m not certain if my first words were Momma, or Daddy, but I’m quite confident the most uttered through my first 18 years was “Coach”. The vast majority of my experiential reservoir has been filled by athletics and to this day the principles and disciplines learned have graciously guided me through the complex and infinite maze we call life. To the Coach Carter in all of our lives (Coach Mark Drake being my greatest influence) we owe an unpayable debt of gratitude for everything they do and have done to foster the athletic spirit in us all. To The Olympic Club, we owe an equal installment for providing the foundation, framework, and future of all who are fortunate enough to partake in her grace.
And graceful she will be when in less than 500 days she will host her fifth United States Open Championship. In a recent meeting of members and staff who are leading the Club’s effort to make the 2012 event the greatest championship ever, USGA Tournament Director Danny Sink shared a brief video of the history of the Open and The Olympic Club’s role past and present. The tingling I felt through my body and the entire room was evidence of the honor and significance of our role as hosts. The cast of literally thousands led by Olympian Steve Meeker will present to the world the pride and excellence we all are so privileged to be a part of. Make sure to be part of what is certain to be another historic competition at your club!
While I’m on the subject of golf I can’t help but gush about Olympian Joseph Bramlett who graced the January 31, 2011 cover of Golfworld Magazine. The handsome 22-year-old Olympian embodies the spirit and tenacity every athlete admires. His work ethic, focus, and abilities have landed him deservedly so on the PGA tour. We’ll watch with pride and anticipation of him competing with the world’s best at Lakeside in June 2012. All the best Joseph!
Speaking of “the best” I would be remiss if I missed the opportunity to share the vision of your Club’s leadership that I not only subscribe to, but will passionately pursue each and every day you allow me the honor of plying my trade at your Club. The vision is simple: Excellence! Amazing how a single noun can paint such an unmistakably clear image in one’s mind. The message has been vividly consistent since my first interview right through the present. Excellence in all facets of the member experience in everything we do. To this end, I am committed at the highest level. To achieve such excellence will require the same focus, determination, work ethic, commitment, and resolve that young Mr. Bramlett has exhibited for years to earn his place on the stage with golf’s elite. He didn’t do it overnight, and it didn’t come without sacrifice, vision, consistent effort, and also some setbacks. It is important to know that your leaders both in the board room and on the management team are laser focused to achieve what we all believe to be the absolute foundation supporting Article III – Excellence!
Finally, I must share with you the “buzz” at the City Clubhouse, which has nothing to do with caffeine or sugar typically associated with the phrase. Fitness Staff Member Carmen Solla, along with support from the rest of the fitness staff and Nutrition Coach Rochelle Lacey have assembled 150 Olympians in the Club’s first assault on Mount Sucrose. This group of Olympians, led by our committed team of professionals will “summit” on February 28th having completed six weeks of the No Sugar Challenge. I look forward to the Wingéd O flying gracefully above the clouds as they all plant the club colors atop their conquest of this sweet enemy. While the Pinnacle is the goal, always remember…Life is a Journey, not a destination. Enjoy the ride!
Be well!
Greg [email protected]
A t t n : P o s t m a s t e r P e r i o d i c a l s
Come celebrate
CITY
LAKESIDE
Mother’s Day
SUNDAY, MAY 8
SEATINGS: Brunch: 11 & 11:30am Dinner: 2:30pm & 3pm and 6pm & 6:30pm
Cost: Brunch: Adults $35, Children 6-12 $18Dinner: Adults $56, Children 6-12 $28 Plus Tax & Service Charge Ages 5 and under complimentary
CALL-IN: Please call 415.404.4390 beginning Thursday, April 7 at 10am
SEATINGS: 1pm & 1:30pm and 4 & 4:30pm
Cost: Adults $56, Children 6-12 $28 Plus Tax & Service ChargeAges 5 and under complimentary
CALL-IN: Please call 415.345.5198 beginning Tuesday, April 5 at 10am
Please Note: Reservations are limited to one table per member. Walk-in, fax, voicemail or email reservations will not be accepted. All cancellations after 5pm on April 29 and all no shows will be charged for the total number of reservations booked.
Dress Code: Coat & Tie Required
