Message from the Board Chairman John DeLoach

So much is happening at The Club and renovations are becoming much more evident. Just look at

the progress of our water project; it’s well underway and looking good. The recent rain is helping

the project and the golf course enormously.

April’s Member Mixer showcased the tennis center and provided an opportunity for all to enjoy an entertaining

evening outside in such a nice area. The staff provided tremendous support.

Taste of the Northside was a huge success in spite of the rain. Many Sonterra members joined the general public to

support the Brighton School’s major fundraiser. Thanks goes out to all members for giving up free reign of your

club for this worthy event.

I also had the chance in April to participate in a focus group with several members and senior club management—

an opportunity to gather information to have your voices heard while continuing to improve our club. Thanks to all

for helping make Sonterra better than ever.

Page 2 Council Corner News

The Sonterra Staff would like to Thank the following

members who Donated to the Sonterra Staff Lunch on Wednesday, April 25th. It really

means a lot to us to work for a club with such AMAZING members!

John Andersen Carlos Arroyave Chuck Beneke

Ron Botello Jimmy Bourne Joe Bowlin

David Brooks Larry Brunner Stuart Campbell

Gary Cardwell Jim Chambers Jim Chase

Pat Clyburn Carlos Cruz John DeLoach

Chris Donahue Jack Dysart Jerry Edler

Andy Faber Roger Festor Todd Fields

Darrell Glover Bill Hammett Jeff Jacobs

Chad Kerr Bob LaFosse Jim Magness

Mike Malone Joe Martin Steve McKim

Buddy Morgan Bob Musel Paul Nichols

Ron Powell Tony Reyes Dennis Richard

Russ Rinklin Luis Rodriguez Larry Roper

Pete Seghi Bob Serna Shaun Shoaf

Bill Siebert Jason Thomas Michael Troyer

Charlie Ware Rick York Irwin Zucker

SWGA and The Sonterra Board of Governors

The Network Group of Sonterra is open to all Sonterra

members. This club meets for Lunch and discusses

details about their business. The next lunch meeting

will be Wednesday, May 2nd at 11:30am. To sign up,

call Janie Vermillion at 355-3877

Karla Hester

Guaranteed Rate

Owner

210-365-4678

Sue Baillio

JB Goodwin Realtors

Realtor

210-860-7850

Rolland Cole

Cole Concepts Travel

Owner

210-316-8039

Janie Vermillion

JV Designs

Kitchen / Bath Designer

210-355-3877

Nelson Finch

Jefferson Bank

Sr. VP/Commercial lending

210-736-7406

Debbie Ortiz

Realty Executives

Broker / Owner

210-267-7047

Scott McMurrian

Bottom Line Real Est.

Owner / Broker

210-535-7800

Yvette Schycker

N2 Publishing

Publisher

210-744-2030

Nancy Duque

Tuscany Dental Care

Owner / Dentist

210-616-1995

Leslie Shoaf

Farmers Insurance

Owner/Agent

210-637-1178

Chickie Backhaus

Independence Hill

Representative

210-615-4000

Rudy Ramon

Artesia Spring Water

Owner

210-861-3341

The Book Club of Sonterra will meet

Thursday, May 10th

7:00pm Garden Room

They will discuss: Beneath the Scarlet Sky

by Mark Sullivan

If you are interested in attending, please email Sylvia Theall -

sylviatheall@att.net

Ben Thompson

Plains State Bank

Sr. VP SBA Lending

210-232-5994

Terri Schultz

Schultz-Ulmer Group

Owner / Broker

210-771-8374

The American History Club meets every month. The next scheduled meetings is:

Thursday, May 3rd

7:00pm Garden Room

They will discuss: Brave Companions: Portraits in

History by David McCullough

For more information or to sign up, please email

John Theall-j.theall@sbcglobal.net

Craig Veltri

Office Resource Center

President

210-618-8187

Rylee Ward

I would like to thank everyone who is

involved in the offering of this

scholarship. Most are aware of the

ongoing jokes of how difficult being a

college student is; this is true. College

life is difficult and this scholarship was

able to lessen the burden of my tuition,

therefore I am tremendously grateful.

This scholarship is helping me further

my education in the field of Mass Communications at Texas

State University. More specifically I am studying electronic

media and its future in society. The specificity of electronic

media is ironically broad. Due to this I have not decided on my

future occupation, but I would like to further explore electronic

media in the realm of sports. Once again I would like to thank

the Sonterra staff and its members for this scholarship and

investing in my future.

Rylee Ward

Jay Beyler

Window Genie

Owner

210-787-4959

Alejandro Lamothe

IQ

Owner

210-219-1529

Page 3 Sonterra Clubs Within a Club

Scholarship Recipient 2018

Ambassador / Club News Page 4

As I write this from a spouse’s point of view, (Chris is already on the course) it’s hard to

believe it’s already May. We moved into our Sonterra home last year about this time,

after being members for a couple of years. To be honest, the membership was initially all

about Chris and his golf game, but once I got a chance to connect, it all changed. Every

member that I have been introduced to (or introduced myself to) has been warm and

welcoming. A great blend of friends with diverse backgrounds and experiences that

surprisingly, have at least one thing in common (besides golf). We’ve had a chance to

make some wonderful friends and start some wonderful annual traditions.

Before we lived in Sonterra, we had a chance to attend some fun activities sponsored by the Club but it makes it so

much easier now that we can travel by golf cart. I had never driven a golf cart until a month ago, now I am thinking

I may need to get one of my own.

Sometimes spouses and families can feel left out and as Ambassadors, we have a chance to help welcome new

members to connect with new friends. It all starts with showing up and trying something new. If we haven’t met

you yet, please come up and say hello.

We are looking forward to a wonderful summer full of fun social events at the Club and with friends, squeezed in

between a crazy work schedule and a few days in Vegas and at the coast with family. Happy Mother’s Day to all

the moms and congratulations to all the Graduates - it’s going to be a busy month.

Chris and Christine Castillo

Message from the Ambassador Committee Chris & Christine Castillo

Membership News Page 5

Golf News Page 6

Sonterra Women’s Golf Association

SWGA play is on Wednesday at 9:00 am.

Call the Pro Shop (210-491-9900) to sign up to play.

If you were not able to make the 1st Annual President’s Choice Guest Day tournament, you missed a great day of golf!

We had 60 ladies come out and a good time was had by all. The day included breakfast, snacks for the course, fun fun fun golf,

and a delicious Chinese chicken salad served with your choice of red or white wine.

Our president, Susie Dillree, did a fantastic job – along with Heather Stewart – organizing the golf tournament and lunch-

eon. We played on the South course, with closest to the pin prizes on all of the par 3’s.

The winners of those prizes were

Maggie Felicella (#6)

Paulette Pilsner (#9)

Mary Malone (#15)

Becky Spears (#18)

Congratulations to all and thank you for supporting your SWGA!

1st Place was won by: Mary Walden

Kim Guidry

Marie Hill

Carrie McCree

2nd Place: Maggie Felicella

Dinah Mourra

Sandi Fedor

Irene White

3rd Place: Regina Turner

Luciana Rodriguez

Aundrea Kenney

Cora Outlaw

4th Place: Margaret Lange

Mary Lucas

Carol Churchill

Kyong Verhage

DRIVE, CHIP & PUTT CONTEST

Tuesday, May 1st from 5:30-7:30 PM

(Men’s, Ladies’ and Junior Divisions)

“Winners Receive Pro Shop Credit and a Chance to

Dunk one of the Managers!”

Cost: $5 per event or $10 for all three

No advance sign-up needed…just come join us

during Burger Night!

Golf News Page 7

MGA Items of Interest

The 2017 MGA Board is looking at ways to increase participation by all MGA eligible

members. We want to hear from you, so please send an email to: sonterramga@gmail.com

with your ideas, comments, concerns, etc.

MGA News The MGA held our second major of the year at our

Individual competition in April. We had 65 golfers

come out and brave the difficult conditions.

Congratulations to the winners of each

of the 9 flights.

The next MGA tournament will be the MG Squared

tournament played May 5th and 6th on the North

course. Each member will select a guest and another

member/guest team to make a foursome and the team

will take the two lowest net scores on each

hole. Registration is open through Golf Genius using

GGID CASMGA5 or by calling the Pro Shop during

normal business hours.

The deadline for entry is noon Friday May 4th,

hope to see you out there.

****FAIRWAY FEATS****

Gray Briscoe – Hole-In-One #9 South on March 2nd

Steve Schuetze – Hole-In-One #18 South on March 17th

Norma Renfo – Hole-In-One #18 South on March 18th

Max Frailey – Eagle #3 South on March 22nd

Mark Miller – Hole-In-One #9 South on March 23rd

Steve Garza – Eagle #14 South on March 25th

Bill Mitchell – Eagle #1 South on March 27th

Joe Flores – Hole-In-One #6 North on April 3rd

Dickie Sirotiak – Hole-In-One #6 North on April 8th

John Robers – Eagle #7 North on April 12th

Steve Langford – Hole-In-One #6 South on April 15th

WOW! Some of these people earned over $600 in pro shop

credit for their Hole-In-One will you? Join the Hole-In-One

Club today! Stop by the pro shop to sign up today. It only

takes one shot!

Come join us every Wednesday evening at SilverHorn Golf

Club for 9 Holes @5:30pm through the end of September!

Format changes every week from 2 Person Best Ball to

4 Person Scramble! Rate is $27.95 per player includes golf,

draft beer, wings afterwards, and prizes. This is the BIGGEST

9 HOLE PARTY in town averaging over 100 players every

week! Live Music occurring on the following dates that

correspond with Buck Night. Don’t miss out on the PARTY..

it’s going to be a good time!

Live Music Summer Series

Starts at 6:30 pm following Buck Night, free of charge, and

open to the Public!

May 2, 2018, 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm

Mario Flores and The Soda Creek Band

May 16, 2018, 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm Billy O’s

June 6, 2018, 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm Gabe Garcia Band

June 20, 2018, 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm X-Factor

July 4, 2018, 6:00 pm -10:00 pm LaDezz

To sign up or for any questions please call our Golf

Shop at 210-545-5300 SilverHorn Golf Club of Texas

Golf News Page 8

GOLF UPDATE SPRING JUNIOR GOLF TEAM

PROGRAM UPDATE Team Sonterra has gotten out to a great start this season.. RJ Merced &

Collin Tilley have proven to be a power house in the 9 & Under

Division winning their Division in our first two events. Also showing

great improvement this year in the 9 & Under Division are Coleson

Ferguson & his partner Aiden Bass who have carded two T-2nd Place

finishes. In the very competitive 10-12 Division we have seen at

T-2nd and T-3rd from Cooper Reed and his partner David Kuhn.

Well done guys!

Current Results/Schedule: Saturday, March 24th @ TPC Oaks – Finished 2nd with 130

Points, Dominion 1st 135 Points, TPC 3rd 80 Points

Saturday, April 7th @ Sonterra North – Tied for 1st with Do-

minion at 126.5 Points each, TPC 3rd 86.5 Points

Sunday, May 6th @ Dominion at 4:00 pm

Saturday, May 19th @ Sonterra North at 3:00 pm

ATTENTION ALL MEMBERS…Due to the renovation project our

practice areas will be CLOSED to our Junior Golf Program from

4:30-6:00 pm on Tuesdays and Wednesday through May. We

appreciate your cooperation in helping us develop our Junior Golfers.

Sonterra STPGA Junior Golf League

Team Program Juniors WANTED for Summer Junior League

Team. We are looking for kids Ages 9-16, who

consider themselves a beginner to intermediate

golfer looking to find a fun way to gain

tournament experience.

The Junior Golf League Program will run June-

September and will include 9 team practices, a

team uniform package and up to 4 Junior League

Events in the San Antonio area.

Cost of this Program: $300.00 + $75 due upon

registration. Juniors interested in participating in

this program must register through the Junior

League website at: www.pgajlg.com

Please register ASAP as space is limited. For

more information please visit www.pgajlg.com or

contact Sonterra Captain, Heather Stewart at

hlevow.sonterra@yahoo.com or 210-491-9900.

Golf News Page 9

“A Note from the Director of Golf”

Zach Ramsey

Beginners Etiquette

Ok, before I begin, I must say that I often drive the course

catch myself looking at players as I see them. Without fail

almost every grouping shows some sort of breech in basic

golf etiquette. Now keeping in mind that this is a country

club, most playing groups are friends of one another, so this is

completely understandable. I mean it is very normal to hear

and see him/her talking on purpose during the backswing (a

big “NO NO” in basic golf etiquette) of a fellow competitor. I

myself have played with a lot of golfers who truly take the game of golf seriously and a lot of golfers who don’t.

It’s ok to have fun out there, keeping in the back of your mind respect for other players who do take this game

seriously. Saying that, I felt writing this article for our monthly newsletter would be beneficial to those beginners in

this wonderful game of Golf. Since 50 percent of your shots/strokes are made around or on the green, we will start

where the scoring occurs. Around the green can be a little more complex than teeing areas for a beginner. Fix as

many ball marks as you can, besides your own. A lot of golfers do not fix their ball marks on approaches to the

green. Sometimes the players get excited about their golf shot and forget. If it is a little backed up out there or you

have no one behind you, take a couple minutes to repair all the marks you can find.

There are typically three or four golf balls on the green at a time. The key goal here is to not walk on the

other player’s line from their ball to the hole. You should mark your ball when walking up to it for the first time.

When approaching your golf ball, you have to be careful as to where you walk. Another player’s line should not

have a big footprint in it. Try stepping over the players line or go around it carefully watching where you are

stepping, looking out for this line might cause you to step in someone else’s line, so just be alert. When another

golfer is about to putt, stay still and he/she makes their putting stroke, unless they give you the ok to walk. When

you must walk to where you want to go, do not stop, walk, stop, and walk again. It could be more distracting than a

continuing walk. The golfer closest to the hole should tend the pin. Ask your competitor if they stick pulled, left

alone, or tended. When tending the pin be careful not to cast a shadow over the player’s line. Also keep the flag

from waiving in the wind by holding it against the flagstick. If all player’s are fairly close then you can just ask if

anybody needs the flag, if they all agree no one needs it, just simply lay the flagstick down in a safe place where it

cannot be hit by any putt.

You have to begin each hole from the same place, the tee box. Think of this closely mowed area as a stage.

Each person that tee’s up there ball has the spotlight on them. Try to remain quiet and out of the way of the golfers

view. Be careful where you stand so you don’t cast a shadow in the player’s sight. Try not to stand opposite of the

player, it is better if you stand at least three club lengths in back of him or behind him. Act like a caddie when

another player plays a shot. Watch the ball till you see it stop, mark it with a tree or bush. Often player’s get caught

up in there shot they lose sight of it, you can help them. Try to refrain from yelling nice shot or great shot when

around other tee areas. If you must tell a joke, wait till it’s you stage,

The game of Golf was created out of fun. Some take it more seriously than others. Follow these tips and

everyone should have fun playing this wonderful game we call Golf

Tennis Corner Page 10

Tennis News- Michelle Dodier, Director of Tennis

What a fantastic first four months-- USTA leagues, club

leagues, tournaments, playoffs and more signs added to

the list of accomplishments. We just finished one of

our biggest events of the year—our Member Guest tour-

nament and I will have the results and pictures in the

next newsletter. As always this event was filled within 30

minutes. Thank you members for your great support and

participation.

If you haven’t signed up for the Club Doubles Champion-

ship you still have time. If you need help finding a partner

we can help you. This event is held over a weekend so

hopefully more members can play. Hope you are available. Our club leagues

have ended but USTA leagues continue as does playoffs and preparation for

sectionals. You can see the depth of our strength by our teams having to play

each other to go onto sectionals. Another great season for Sonterra tennis!

How do you like the new windscreens, the logo’d court 1, the comfortable new

furniture that extends to court 7 and the increased sitting area on the upper patio?

I’ve only heard positive reviews and noticed a few members snoozing on our

sling back chairs. The pro shop is starting to fill up and we are on our way back

folks. Thanks for your patience through it all. We are still in the process of our

spring cleaning so there is more to come.

As a Director you are always listening to the positives and negatives of your

facility and of course work on correcting and improving those negative items. I

feel we are heading in the right direction. The one positive message that stands

out for me is the member’s love of their friendships they have built since joining

Sonterra. I have seen it first hand and see that tennis got people together and

friendships were built and extend way beyond the sport. Let’s keep enjoying

what Sonterra has to offer and the fun that tennis has added to our lives.

Please take a look at the Winner’s Circle and congratulate your fellow member at

their success. It is wonderful to see how many participate in our local and state

wide tournaments. Keep up the good work. Also, please send pictures and

information to us about you or your child. We love bragging about you.

Tennis Events/News

Registration deadline May11th

This is the first of our club championships events. It will

begin Friday late afternoon and run through Sunday. If you

would like one of those prestigious parking spaces and your

name and picture up on the wall of champions now is the

time. Registration begins April 16th. If you need a partner

please let us know, we’ll be happy to help you find one.

Just do it!

Memorial Day Mixer Monday May 28th –9am to noon- Adults and juniors Invite your friends to this fun day at the club. What a great

way to spend a holiday-play tennis, eat a great lunch and take

a little dip in the pool to cool down. Now that’s a pretty

complete day of fun. This event is fun for the whole family so

come let us start off your day with what you love doing –

playing tennis. Bring a friend and let them see what you do

on your day off.

Summer Adult Leagues- Begins the week of June 4th Registration for summer leagues begins May 7th at 8am.

Remember these leagues fill up fast so set your alarm because

there are only 52 spots available.

Scott’s “Drop In” clinic- Fridays –9am - 10:30am This clinic is limited to the first 8 ladies to sign up. The cut

off will be Wednesday at noon for the upcoming Friday. Our

group clinic rates will apply. For 6 or more players we will

have 2 pros. 24 hour cancellation policy will apply. When

signing up, please provide your level. We will send out a 4

week schedule each week. Register in the pro shop or by

emailing Scott at -sonterrascott@gmail.com.

Laurie’s Ladies Monday and Friday fun tennis

starting now through May- Laurie will be organizing matches for those ladies that aren’t

in the lineup or would just like to play. Call or email Laurie to

get on the email list to be included in our weekly invite.

Schedule start time for our fun tennis is 11am. Email Laurie at

sonterralaurie@gmail.com

Men’s Thursday Morning Clay Court League

9am to 11am Guys, jump in anytime your schedule permits-just call Laurie.

If your spring and summer schedule has now allowed you

some free time on Thursday morning, come join us for a little

slip sliding around and enjoy our clay court experience. You

respond weekly to Laurie’s email to secure your spot—so

there’s no commitment. There are varied levels of play from

3.0 to 4.0—it’s all about fun.

Ladies Beginners and Advanced Beginners Clinic-

Monday and Wednesday -9am -10:30am The first steps of tennis are the most important steps. Come

join Mike and learn all the basics that will move you along in

the right direction where there is no turning back. He will help

you get to the team tennis level of play and then guide you

through that as well. Just ask the many players who can’t get

enough of this wonderful sport. Mike and staff will make

learning this sport fun and the clothes are just out of this

world cute. Email Mike for more information and start now –

sonterramike@gmail.com

The Ball Machine Club-

Our new ball machine is all that it was made out to be-fantastic. Its huge

success is attributed to the many drills that it will produce for you. You

can design your own drill, use your iPhone and design twice as many pat-

terns- the options are unlimited. Our staff will be able to help you with the

many uses of this machine. Take advantage of the down time between

leagues- work on trouble areas, new shots, take a lesson on the ball ma-

chine--just try it you won’t be disappointed. We can show you drills so

multiple players can get a workout. They say it takes 10,000.00 balls to

get a shot down-what number are you on?

Adult Mixed Doubles Ladder- March 5 -November 18th

The mixed ladder is now in progress and Scott has 23 teams signed up so far. If

you want to play mixed doubles and don’t have a partner let us help you with

that problem. Mixed doubles is fun, it’s social and it will hone up those spe-

cialty shots. It’s not too late to sign up—call Scott. The premise is the same as

the singles ladder. No more than one point difference in partners. All levels will

be included on one ladder, highest ranked teams to lowest. One assigned match

per month must be played (how hard is that.) If you would like to signup,

please contact the pro shop or email Scott at sonterrascott@gmail.com

Tennis Corner Page 11

WINNERS CIRCLE

Spring after school junior tennis program Josh and his team are now into their last month of the after school

program. He will be implementing the 10 and under program with

the designated color balls that USTA has promoted for that age

group. There will be tournaments for the 10 and under along with

interclub match play. The older juniors will also have designated

match play along with tournament play for their ability level. Bro-

chures are now available in the pro shop. For more info please call

Josh at 491-9888.

May Upcoming Events May 4-6- Grand Slam Member Guest Tennis

Tournament

May 7- after school junior program

May 7- registration for summer adult leagues

May 13- Mother’s Day

May 18-20 -Club Doubles Championships

May 28- Memorial Day Mixer 9am –12 pm

Adult & Juniors

June Upcoming Events

June 4- Adult Club Leagues begin

June 4- Session 1 of summer junior camp

June 11- Session 2 of summer junior camp

June 17- Father’s Day

June 18- Session 3 of summer junior camp

June 25- Session 4 of summer junior camp

Note from Josh-Junior Team Tennis

I just want to say WOW!! What a blast over the past couple of weekends of Junior Team Tennis. I am so very proud of each and everyone

who showed up to play this season. We had a great run with two teams finishing in first place heading to sectionals. First off, Sonterra's 10's

Green Dot Team Vamos did very well during the local play off tournament down at McFarland. They did so well they were up 10 games

going into the final playoff round for first and second. We struggled with the second place team our first go around, but we ended up playing

very solid Sunday with a substantial victory on each line they played. They will be going to the 2018 JTT State Championships here in San

Antonio, TX May 18-20th. Thank you parents for being so patient and understanding during some tough times this season.

Next up is our 14's Sonterra Team Dominators!! I am very proud of our team with only one loss this season they ended up on top. They were

up only four games going in the last playoff round and won in convincing fashion to secure our spot in the JTT State Championships in San

Antonio, TX May 18-20th! They had style, they had grit, they almost forgot how to play a tiebreaker a couple of times... but they took it

down! (We need to work on the tiebreakers lol)

Last but definitely not least, our Sonterra Team Strike! They had some very very tough, long, grueling matches this season. The 18's Inter-

mediate pool was strong this time, with eight teams competing. This team was down about 24 games going into the playoffs for first and

second and had to stop the first place team from winning twelve games, whilst winning every single line. Tall order! They did their very

best, however at the end of the day Ace 10S Gold was too far ahead. The good news is they actually beat them in the match, the only team in

the league to have done that. Very proud. They ended up placing 2nd in the division with a strong chance at a sectionals wild card. Overall a

very strong showing for the junior development program at Sonterra!!

Summer Tennis Camp Brochures

are ready for delivery

Camp brochures are now available in the pro shop. If you would

like us to email one to you –no problem just give us a call. The

first session begins June 4th and will continue through August.

Sessions are one week long (Mon-Fri) and hours are 9am to noon.

For more information or to register your child please call the

tennis shop at 491-9888.

Winner’s Circle

Congratulations to the Men’s 18 and over 3.5 team --The Sonterra

Ballers for being the 1st place winners for the 2017 and 2018

seasons. They are headed to Sectionals in Dallas in August.

Joey Guerra(captain), Alberto Maycotte, Ed Reed, Bill Barkely,

Luis Testas, Daniel Estrella, Jayson Boulet, Armando De La

Pena, Hal Mallory, Chad Trendle, Mike Wilkinson, Tom Ortiz,

Mark Craun, Matt Mitchell and Joseph Guerra.

Results of the First Serve Lone Star Levels Tennis Tournament-

Congratulations to the following members-

Stephanie Ruiz – Finalist Women’s Open Singles

Daniel Estrella—Finalist Men’s 3.5 Singles

Ryan Moe—Winner Men’s 4.0 Singles

Liliana De La Pena- Finalist Women’s 2.5 Singles

Gaby Garcia—Winner Women’s 4.5 Singles

Lynn Higgs/Todd Spears—Finalist Men’s 3.5 Doubles

Jill Fitch/Marcy Nichols—Winner Women’s 4.0 Doubles

Melissa Shelly—Finalist Women’s 4.0 Doubles

Esther Paddock—Winner 3.0 Mixed Doubles

Mike and Evelyn Wilkinson—Winner 3.5 Mixed Doubles

Todd and Jane Spears—Finalist 3.5 Mixed Doubles

Attention Members As the swimsuit season approaches, the number of members using the Fitness Center increases. Here are a few reminders to help

provide a safe and pleasant atmosphere for everyone. We ask all members to please practice and support the following Rules,

Regulations, and Etiquette.

No one under the age of 16 is permitted in the Fitness Center or

locker rooms unless accompanied by a parent or qualified adult.

Everyone must sign in at front desk before exercising. All guests

must be registered. Guest fee is $6.00. Out of town guests must

be registered through the membership department.

Please use sign up sheets for all cardio equipment. Honor scheduled

times and time limit guidelines.

Place used towels in the towel bins. Small towels and locker room

towels must remain in the Fitness Center. The lifeguards provide

towels for pool area. Unreturned towels at pool are subject to a

$10.00 charge.

Please shower before using whirlpool.

No horseplay or abusive language permitted.

Be courteous and conscientious towards your fellow members.

Dress Code:

Shoes and shirts must be worn at all times.

Torn T-shirts, cutoffs, and split-sided jogging shorts are not

permitted.

Blue jeans are discouraged for working out.

Swimsuits only in the whirlpools. No leotards or cutoffs.

Dress code may change at Management’s discretion.

Fitness News Page 12

F I T N E S S

Exercise Etiquette

Re-rack your weights.

Allow others to use weight machines between sets,

especially during peak periods.

Return benches to their proper place.

Use towels provided to wipe down equipment after

use. Please spray the towel and not the

equipment.

Children under 16 need parental supervision. Small

children need activities to occupy themselves

while parents work out.

Please use sign up sheets for all cardio equipment.

Honor scheduled times and time limit

guidelines.

In locker rooms, take a moment to wipe down the

sink and counter after use. Dispose of used

razors, Kleenex, and paper towels.

Please do not shave or use soap products in whirlpool.

ATTENTION SWIMMING POOL PATRONS The pool officially opens on Memorial Day Weekend.

Pool hours are: Monday thru Friday 12:00 noon – 9:00 PM Saturday and Sunday 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Attention all club members! Monday, April 30 -Thursday May 31

Sonterra Stingray team practices are 4:20 to 8:00 PM

Starting Monday June 4 after school is out please note that the entire pool is used by the Sonterra Stingray

team only on weekdays 8:30 – 11:00 AM during the summer league season.

The pool opens to general membership at 12:00 noon. The Stingrays and the membership share

the pool from 4:15 to 7:30 PM from June 4 thru June 28.

The Sonterra Stingrays will be hosting home meets Saturday June 2nd and June 17

The pool will be closed for home team meets on the following dates:

Saturday, June 2 from 7:00 AM – 1:00pm Saturday, June 23 from 7:00AM – 1:00pm

Swimming lessons

Private and semi-private lessons are available. Call Swim Team Coach John Ryan at (210)241-1989 or

Lifeguard/Pool Manager Blake Bleess 210-633-4853 to register or for more information

Classes are 30 minutes and the lesson fee is $25 per class.

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901 Sonterra Blvd

San Antonio, TX 78258

Staff at Your Service

Hagen Cleek ………..…………..……General Manager

Nathan Gillespy ……….……..Asst. General Manager

Michelle Dodier……..………...….Director of Tennis

Athena Nolen......…………....Catering Sales Manager

Deborah Routon..……...……...Membership Director

Debbie Gonzaba……..….. Member Relations Director

……………….….…………...…...….Club Controller

Zach Ramsey……..……….…...Director of Golf

Kenny Baker.…...…….......Golf Course Superintendent

Antonio Pastrana…………..….Director of Operations

Tim Roberts………….……..……...Director of Fitness

Mario Roman……..………………..…...Executive Chef

John Voelker…....…...….........Director of Maintenance

Club Numbers

Main Line…………………….....210.496.1560

Accounting………………………...210.496.1550

Catering……………………….…...210.496.1560

Course Maintenance…………...…..210.496.9593

Fitness Center……………………..210.496.9346

Golf Pro Shop……………………...210.491.9900

Kids Club…………………………..210.483.4245

Membership…………………….….210.483.4292

Tennis Pro Shop…………………...210.491.9888

Hours of Operation

Main Dining Room

Wednesday, & Friday 6:00pm-9:00pm

Sunday 11:00am-2:00pm

Clubhouse Hours

Monday Closed

Tuesday-Saturday 8:30am-5:30pm

Sunday 10:00am-3:00pm

19th Hole

Tuesday ~ Sunday 7:00am-9:00pm

Tavern on the Green

Tuesday ~ Saturday 3:00pm-11:00pm

Sunday 11:00am-6:00pm

Sports Grill

Monday ~ Thursday 800am-10:00pm

Friday ~ Sunday 8:00am-8:00pm

Fitness Center

Monday ~ Friday 5:00am-10:00pm

Saturday ~ Sunday 5:00am-6:00pm

Golf Pro Shop

Monday Closed

Tuesday ~ Friday 7:30am-6:30pm

Saturday ~ Sunday 7:00am-6:30pm

Tennis Pro Shop

Monday ~ Thursday 8:00am-10:00pm

Friday ~ Saturday 8:00am-5:00pm

Sunday 9:00am-5:00pm

Accounting

Monday ~ Friday 9:00am-5:00pm

Board of Governors

John DeLoach, Chair, Ron Botello, Tim Cliver,

Karen Murphy, Dwight Parscale, Gina Graham,

Bryan Heath, Jeff Reynolds, Bruce Kirby, Scott Barton

Rosalie Hallenberger, Connie Kremer, Rhonda Stacey,

Shaun Shoaf, and Susie Dillree

To join SWA, please contact Barbara DeLoach

bard51411@yahoo.com

Meet our Treasurers Treasurer Joan Wright, a Club member for four

years, has served two years on the SWA Board.

SWA is the 8th organization for which she has

served as CFP or Treasurer in a professional or

volunteer capacity.

Assistant Treasurer Rosalie Hallenberger has

served on the SWA Board for over twenty

years in a number of capacities, including table

decorations, assistant treasurer and President.

Fun, Friends, and Fine Wine

Fredericksburg Wine Tasting

Bus Trip—April 13th

Pictured: Mary Ann Mirles, Quita Hill, Yvette

Schycker, Jennifer Wedhelm & Nora Espinoza

Viva Fietsa Our thanks to Tom Jackson for an

entertaining and inspiring program for

our April meeting.

Rosalie Hallenberger & Joan Wright

Assistant Treasurer Treasurer