by Brian Duthu
Pro Shops
Rounds played in October were at the second highest level since 2008, with 23,079 rounds played. Rounds played year-to-date are at the third highest level since 2008, with 260,878 rounds played. Year to date only 5% of the rounds played on RCSC courses were public players.
On November 30, Riverview will be hosting a “Texas Cup” tournament, utilizing an 8″ cup. The event is open to everyone and entry forms are available at each of the golf shops.
The November 27 entry deadline for the North Pro Am is quickly approaching; we encourage anyone wishing to play to sign up soon. We currently have 12 team spots remaining. As a reminder this event supports the Sun City Posse, as well as celebrating the North Renovation. Our fund raising goal for this event is $2,500. Every non-professional will have a chance to win a Pebble Beach vacation for a hole in one on the 17th hole. Prizes will also be available on most other par 3s, for a hole in one. Lunch will be served at the Mountain View Center following play.
Beginning December 1 and continuing through January 31, the first tee time will be 8:00 a.m. This change does not apply to Wednesday Men’s Day; the time on Wednesdays will remain 7:30 a.m. This change was made three years ago to reduce the number of tee times lost to frost delays and to open more times for those wishing to play.
Snack Shops
Snack shop revenue exceeded budget by nearly $12,000 in October. We thank everyone for their continued support.
Golf Courses
Overseeding is completed and all courses are open for play. The courses that overseeded first are showing signs of stress and additional seed is being added to the weakest areas. The courses most affected are Willowcreek, Quail Run and North. The stress is related to the above normal and near 90 degree temperatures we experienced throughout October. We switched to an annual rye grass two years ago, due to its low heat tolerance. The low heat tolerance allows the rye to “checkout” earlier in the spring, thus allowing for a smoother transition to bermuda and eliminating the need for chemical spraying.