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Jacksonville Area Golf Association Directors Meeting Windsor Park Golf and Country Club October 21, 2008 Pictures (Minutes below)
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Minutes
Officers Present: Lee Crowe, Jerry Kay, Bob Streightiff, Joe Power, Jim Andrews, Jim Edwards, Barney Poston and Tom Tierney. President-Lee Crowe called the meeting to order at 10:24 AM. Immediately after a Welcome from Windsor Parke’s Head Professional, Mark Heeter, Lee requested a moment of silence for officers who have either passed away or who continue to suffer from ongoing illnesses. It was noted that Bill Scarborough had recently died. Sixty-seven directors and guests were then introduced to one another. Treasurer, Jerry Kay reported a treasury balance of $6,782.58 Expenditures of $3000 remain from the 2-man tournament. We will have a balance of $3782 when bills are paid. Bills are ready to go out to clubs for next years dues. Secretary’s Report, Minutes of the September meeting, as previously posted on the Web site, were approved. Scholarship Committee Chairman- Tom Tienery reported that all was going well with regard to the scholars and scholarships.
Webmaster – Barney Poston reported that the Web site has new programs that directors should check out. President Crowe presented Barney with a plaque, and thanked him for all he does.
Vice President–Tournaments, Bob Streightiff (1) Lee Crowe reported on yesterday’s 2-man held at San Jose. Only 80 played in this event. (2) Promote the Nov. 24th 2-man at the Slammer and Squire. Note the cost will be $115 for this final 2-man event of 2008. (3) This years Pro-President Tournament will be limited to 32 teams and held at The Palencia Club on Monday Dec.15th. Note the date change. (4) The JAGA Juniors Tournament in 2009 needs help. We need a new site and/or sponsor(s), a new chairman for the event and many willing volunteers to assist. (5) Hats ($15) and visors ($10) are available.
Vice President-Administration, Jim Edwards, items (1) the next JAGA directors meeting will be Tuesday, November 18, beginning at 10:00 AM at the Hyde Park Golf Club. (2) The Directors Meetings for 2009 are now posted on the JAGA web site. Check them out and mark your calendars appropriately. (3) JAGA will purchase an insurance policy for $1000/yr. that will provide one million dollars of liability protection to our members while performing volunteer services at JAGA sponsored events. The cost will be extracted from the number of tournaments that we conduct. (4) Jim presented Lee Crowe with a Golf Bag as a token of our appreciation for his many years of service to JAGA. Lee will not only serve as Past-President next year but will continue to organize and chair no less than eight of JAGA’s tournaments (six 2-man, Bill Black and Pro-President) in 2009. Thanks Lee for your past, present and future service to JAGA.
Old Business – None
New Business – Miles King suggested that thought be given to planning JAGA events on non-consecutive days. A 2-man event followed the next day with a Directors meeting and golf can be rather fatiguing.
Guest Speaker - Steve Wyand deserves our special thanks and congratulations for his persistence and success in getting Jim Furyk to be our Guest Speaker this month. Steve presented a thorough description of Jim Furyk’s career statistics and accomplishments. Mr. Furyk’s 2008 Ryder Cup success was not only a special treat to all of us, but especially to Steve who was able to “be there” and experience the “most organized event ever attended”. Jim Furyk was the most interesting, down to earth guest that most JAGA directors have experienced. Fresh from a visit to his four year old son’s preschool, we learned that the 15th year veteran has his bag filled with a Driver, 3-wood, hybrid, four wedges and five irons (5 through 9) that vary by 4 degrees. His favorite club is a 60 degree wedge which he needs to replace some two to three times per year. Jim plays with and tests Srixon equipment (as per contract endorsement). He goes through shoes at a rate of three pair per month. “Fluff” has been his caddy for the past 10 years and hopefully will be there for an additional five years. Advances in technology have brought about changes to Drivers and balls that are very significant. The typical week is extremely busy (assuming you play through Sunday) with little time for laundry. Pre-play routines start about two hours before tee time and include warm up, weights, physical therapist visit and a light lunch. One hour before starts with 30 minutes of hitting balls, 15 minutes of putting, bathroom and at the tee 10 minutes before. Noon tee times complicate one’s eating routine. You just have to work eating in as best you can. Once out on the course and competing, Jim keeps his eye on the leader board. One must be very aware of the need or lack of need to risk. Jim is 100% behind drug testing but admits that it can be a bit time consuming if you are 3rd or 4th in line for testing. Each individual testing process takes 10 to 15 minutes. What is his favorite event? The Ryder Cup! Jim Furyk stayed for picture taking, signed autographs, answered individuals questions and was seen talking with Windsor Parke employees as we began our post-meeting round of golf. Thank you Jim Furyk for attending our JAGA directors meeting.
Pairings Coordinator, Russell Hamilton - Pairing sheets and team make up were printed and distributed. Check carts for your hole assignment.
The Blessing for Lunch was given by Earl Kelly.
Meeting Adjourned at 11:40 AM
Respectfully Submitted, Joe Power, Secretary |
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