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LEHIGH EXPRESS
SEPTEMBER 2021
DINING HOURS MEN’S LOUNGE HOURS
Tuesday 11:30 am - 9:00 pm Tuesday 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Wednesday 11:30 am - 9:00 pm Wednesday 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thursday 11:30 am - 9:00 pm Thursday 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Friday 11:30 am - 10:00 pm Friday 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Saturday 11:30 am - 10:00 pm Saturday 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sunday 11:30 am - 8:00 pm Sunday 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Lehigh Country Club Facilities will be closed Tuesday, September 7 &
Wednesday, September 8. Thank you for your cooperation.
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
SOCIAL NEWS ................................. 3
GOLF NEWS ...................................... 8
SWIMMING POOL NEWS ............ 18
RACQUETS NEWS ........................... 19
CLUB NEWS ...................................... 20
FREQUENTLY CALLED NUMBERS
Clubhouse 610.433.7443
Golf Pro Shop 610.437.1451
Pool 610.433.8533
Starter 610.433.3449
Grounds 610.967.4643
Men’s Locker 610.433.5311
Tennis Pro Shop 610.434.7884
Bag Room/ 610.433.4793
Caddie Master
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Golf Shop News
GOLF SHOP NEWS—SEPTEMBER 2021
Many companies are still behind in sending merchandise for Summer and
Fall. We are working with our lead vendors to make sure that we are fully
stocked for the Fall – thank-you in advance for your patience in securing
merchandise!
The Summer has seen some great play in LCC tournaments!
Congratulations to the following players who have paid a visit to the
winner’s circle –
Senior Club Championship
Senior division - Fred Greene July 4th Mixed –
Super-Senior division – Dave Kearney Gross – Mike & Barb Brodsky &
Keith & Mary Bernd
July 4th Tournament Wayne Phillips
Net – Larry & Amy Beans, Chris
Men Gross - R. Pearce, A. Wright, S. Head Golf Professional
Balshi, Laree Beans
Walizer, E. Flowerdew 610.433.7443 X. 236
Men Net – M. Geiger, V. Arora, H. Ortiz, proshop@lehighcc.com
D. Bond
Women Gross—C. Hadeed, J. Dwyer, C. Baker, C. Osborn
Women Net – J. Beck, P. Gigler, A. Defrancisco, T. Khoury
Men’s Member Guest
Low Gross—Greg Scagliotti & Chad Hess
Most Points—Robert Johnson & Phil Schwartz
Low Ringer –Bret Ewing & Harry Comfort
The LCC Practice Facility will close at 6:00 p.m. nightly in September. At this
time all players should be off of the practice areas so that the collection of
golf balls can begin. Thank-you in advance for your cooperation in this
matter.
The month of September has some great events to play in! Check out these
events and add them to your golf calendar –
September 3-5 Men’s Member-Member
6 Labor Day Mixed
9 Women’s Mystery Bus Trip
18 Pro As Your Partner
25 Men’s Gross Shootout Finals
26 Mixed Twilight (4:00 p.m.)
28 One Day Member Guest
Enjoy the remainder of the Summer and say hello to Fall! The Fall is the best
time to play with the golf course usually becoming firm and fast! Make time
to play this Fall!
Make some birdies, gross or net!
Wayne Phillips, PGA Professional
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Golf Shop News
A LETTER FROM THE GROUNDS DEPARTMENT
September brings about the start of our most anticipated bunker pro-
ject. It's been 14 years since any significant work has been completed to
all the bunkers on the course. Work will begin around the middle of this
month and will continue through the winter months. Obviously, weather
plays a big part in the completion of the work. With this in mind, our
goal is to finish by the end of May.
The work will consist of the following steps:
1. Removing the old sand
2. Evaluating the drainage and replacing where needed
3. Making minor revisions when necessary to the bunker floors and
banks
4. Installing a permanent liner to help mitigate washouts and
contamination John Chassard
5. Place new sod around all the bunkers Director of Grounds
6. Install the new sand to proper depths and compact.
610.967.4643
(As with any new sand there is a period of time for the sand to settle in)
jchassard@lehighcc.com
The course will remain open throughout the project. The 19th hole and
short game area will be completed first. A hole on the course may be
closed at times to keep the contractor as efficient as possible. The 19th
hole will then be utilized during those hole closures to be sure the golfer
has 18 holes to enjoy.
The bunker project is part of an ongoing course Master Plan to maintain
the integrity of the original William Flynn design while improving the
playability and enjoyment of the course.
As always, please reach out to myself or a Grounds Committee member
with any questions or concerns.
Thank you,
John Chassard
Director of
Grounds
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LEHIGH WOMEN’S GOLF PROGRAM
Welcome to the September 2021 edition of the LCC Women’s Golf
Newsletter. As summer closes out and fall creeps in don’t let your golf game
fade away. The fall should bring lots of beautiful weather and plenty of great
golf. There are still Major Tournaments left to play and many other great
events scheduled for September and October so please keep working on
your game and come out and play!
The Pro Shop Complimentary Clinic for September will be an Open
Forum and is scheduled for September 24th from 10 am to 11 am.
Remember - the Complimentary Clinics have a limit of 12 players per
session, please call Pro Shop to reserve your spot. If more than 12
players sign up, additional sessions will be added.
The Women’s weekly 9-hole Tuesday Tournaments for September
include: 2 Best Balls of Foursome (MYO) on September 14th and the
9-Hole Club Championship on September 21st and 28th with PP.
The Women’s weekly 18-hole Thursday Tournaments for September
include: Fairways & Specialty Games (MYO) on September 2nd, Mystery
Bus Trip on September 9th (Better ball of Partners), Partner’s Ringer
Tournament (MYO) on September 16th and (PP) on the 23rd, and Cancer
Tournament “Get Your Pink On” (MYO) on September 30th.
Women’s Interclub Matches - our remaining 2021 Interclub matches are
Moselem Springs on September 9th and Saucon Valley on September 23rd.
The Interclub Matches are 18-hole handicapped events with a Stableford
format and all levels of play are encouraged to participate. Please sign with
the Pro Shop or contact or Captain Colleen Baker at
colsbaker@yahoo.com.
REMINDER – Women’s Triclub begins Wednesday September 15th and The
Challenge Cup is BACK! Friday October 1st Lehigh vs Berkshire in a 27-hole
Challenge Cup. Please sign up for both great events in the Pro Shop.
Winner’s Circle
2021 Ladies’ Club Championship
Club Champion – Judy Dwyer
Runner Up - Jackie Beck
Flight One Winner – Mo Bryan
Flight Two Winner - Linda Epstein
2021 Husband & Wife Championship
1st Place Gross - Dave & Patty Cox
1st Net - Andres & Anne Defrancisco
2021 Senior Club Championship
Senior Club Champion - Terry Khoury
1st Place Net – Andrea Jones
Super Senior Club Champion – Lynn Codrea
1st Place Net – Barb Brodsky
Weekly Tournament Results - Tuesday Play:
July 13th Member-Member: 1st Gross – Mary Beth Bohri & Susan
Gilboy 1st Net – Kathy Serfass & Kari Mesko
August 3rd 3-3-3 Game – 1st Net – Donna Jacobs, Kathy Schneider, & Lisa
Zinkler; 2nd Net – Lisa Johnson, Kathy Serfass, & Mary Beth Bohri; 3rd Net –
Sherry Deal, Jill Joshi, & Audrey Polce;
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4th Net – Susan Cimerola, Diane Bridges, & Blair McFadden
August 10th Sister’s Better Ball: 1st Net – Lisa Zinkler & Mary Bernd; 2nd
Net – Laurie Fine & Patty Cox; 3rd Net – Dolly DiCarlo & Linda Epstein
Weekly Tournament Results - Thursday Play:
July 22nd – T & F Tournament: 1st Gross – Mo Bryan, 1st Net – Cathie Rien-
zo, 2nd Net – Terry Khoury, 3rd Net – Cheryl Peters, 4th Net – Susan Cimerola,
5th Net – Chris Jaeger
August 3rd – Better Ball of Partners: 1st Net – Mary Gedney & Diane Ad-
ams; 2nd Net - Andrea Jones & Stuart Dubbs; 3rd Net – Colleen Baker & Chris
Jaeger
August 12th – Stableford – 1st - Terry Khoury; 2nd - Lynn Codrea; 3rd – Jack-
ie Beck; 4th – Cheryl Peters; 5th – Andrea Jones.
Event Date
Mystery Bus Trip September 9
Fall Twilight September 15
9 Hole Club Championship September 21 & 28
Mixed Twilight September 26
Partners Ringer September 16 & 23
Cancer Tournament September 30
BB of Partners (MYO) October 9
Shoot Out Final October 12
Closing Day Tuesday, October 19
Halloween Invitational October 21
Wayne and I are always happy to receive questions relating to golf rules or
etiquette. You can email your questions directly to Wayne at
proshop@lehighcc.com or to me at jfrizano@gmail.com.
Rule 13.3 Ball Overhanging Hole
Waiting Time to See If Ball Overhanging Hole Will Fall into Hole
If any part of a player’s ball overhangs the lip of the hole: The player is
allowed a reasonable time to reach the hole and ten more seconds to wait to
see whether the ball will fall into the hole.
If the ball falls into the hole in this waiting time, the player has holed out
with the previous stroke. If the ball does not fall into the hole in this waiting
time: The ball is treated as being at rest. If the ball then falls into the hole
before it is played, the player has holed out with the previous stroke, but
gets one penalty stroke added to the score for the hole.
What to Do If Ball Overhanging Hole Is Lifted or Moved Before Waiting Time
Has Ended If a ball overhanging the hole is lifted or moved before the
waiting time under Rule 13.3a has ended, the ball is treated as having come
to rest: The ball must be replaced on the lip of the hole, and The waiting time
under 13.3a no longer applies to the ball. If the opponent in match play or
another player in stroke play deliberately lifts or moves the player’s ball
overhanging the hole before the waiting time has ended: In match play, the
player’s ball is treated as holed with the previous stroke, and there is no
penalty to the opponent under Rule 11.2b. In stroke play, the player who
lifted or moved the ball gets the general penalty (2 penalty strokes). The ball
must be replaced on the lip of the hole.
See you on the course,
Jackie Beck
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Swimming Pool News
A LETTER FROM THE POOL DIRECTOR
Dear LCC Members,
As we come to the end of the Summer Season, the Pool Staff
extends our thanks for another great year. The Pool will be open
regularly through Sunday, August 29th. August 31st through
September 2nd the Pool will have evening hours (4:30-7:30).
Labor Day Weekend (9/3-9/6) the Pool will open 10:00-8:00.
Thanks again for a great summer.
Philip Ehrig
Philip Ehrig, Pool Director
Pool Director 610.433.8533
pool@lehighcc.com
POOL HOURS
Tuesday, 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Wednesday, 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Thursday, 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Friday, 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Saturday, 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Sunday, 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Monday, 10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Lehigh Express September 2021 18Racquets News
A LETTER FROM THE RACQUETS DIRECTOR
Dear LCC Members,
I hope everyone had a great summer and getting ready for the fall. The
highlight of our summer was the new pickleball courts and The 3rd Annu-
al Lehigh Open. I am sure by now all of you saw the new pickleball facili-
ty at LCC. Its great to see so many our members come out and play pick-
leball on a weekly basis. This season we have introduced weekly clinics
and round robins. We will continue with the pickleball program all
throughout fall till it gets too cold for us to play outside.
We had a successful tennis season during the summer as well. There
were many new junior players who attended our tennis camps. It was
also nice to see all our adults actively coming out and playing tennis. We Ari Datta
will continue with our adult tennis program all through fall, and we will
Racquets Director
start our junior tennis program after Labor Day.
610.434.7884
The Labor Day tennis and Pickleball Mixer will be held on Monday, Sep- ari@lehighcc.com
tember 6th from 9:30 am to 12:30 am. Please contact me if you would like
to sign up.
The 3rd Annual Lehigh Open was held from August 16th to August 21st.
This year the tournament draw had very high caliber players with the
top seed having a career high ranking of 335 in singles and 196 in dou-
bles. There were 46 players, who competed in singles and 38 players in
doubles. It was nice to see so many of our members come out and cheer
on the players and watch some great tennis. I am very thankful to all our
sponsors, who make this event possible.
We will be starting up with paddle tennis in conjunction with tennis and
pickleball this fall. Please stay tuned for my email regarding paddle.
Look forward to seeing you all this fall.
Ari Datta, USPTR
Director of Racquet Sports
Lehigh Express September 2021 19Club News
A LETTER FROM THE GENERAL MANAGER
Dear LCC Members:
This summer has certainly flown by! As we go into Labor Day weekend,
the weather looks favorable to take advantage of the last few days of the
pool season. I have to take a moment to thank all of our staff that has
worked very hard this summer to provide a great member experience.
Many of worked extra hours and gone without days off. As we head into
the Fall, we will continue to look for great individuals to join our team.
The Annual Member Member tournament will take place this weekend.
Good luck to all the participants! For the first time, we will have limited
ala carte dining Friday evening in the Mixed & Flynn Grilles.
Jennifer Felegy
The next month you will notice a number of projects taking place around General Manager
the Club Grounds. The bunker project is set to begin towards the end of 610.433.7443 X. 228
the month. We also anticipate our Golf Simulator to arrive in September. jen@lehighcc.com
Maintenance work on the pool will take place and the paddle courts are
being resurfaced.
Look forward to seeing you around the Club soon!
Sincerely,
Jen
Lehigh Express September 2021 20Club News
A FEW NOTES FROM CHEF RANDY
Randy Zerfass
Executive Chef
610.433.7443 X. 249
chefrandy@lehighcc.com
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A LETTER FROM BANQUETS
Dear members,
28 years ago I started working part time at the tennis pavilion, I ran the
ladies round robin every Thursday and had a wonderful time getting to
know you ladies( you know who you are!)
3 years later I became a full time employee in the clubhouse, I waitressed
for 8 months and then became a floor manager then dining room
supervisor. Around 18 years ago I became the banquet manager .
I have been apart of your weddings, bridal and baby showers, birthday
celebrations and sadly funerals.
I truly have loved being apart of your lives! It is now time for a new
Marianne Zerfass
chapter In my life, I hope to spend more time with my family, friends and
travel. Banquets Manager
610.433.7443 X. 244
I wanted to thank you all so much for this wonderful career that you,
Lehigh has given me. banquets@lehighcc.com
I will be here till the end of December to help Heather and I know she
will be outstanding!
I will miss you!
Sincerely,
Marianne Zerfass
Banquet Manager
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A LETTER FROM F & B TEAM
Dear LCC Members,
And, just like that September is here!
The summer season seemed to come and go in a flash.
Labor Day weekend will be filled with activities to cap the season off on a
high note. The Movie at the Pool on September 5 will be rescheduled and
we will host poolside bingo and other fun, interactive family games in its
place. Wesley Works will be at the pool on Labor Day from 2:00 p.m. –
6:00 p.m. We will end the long weekend with LCC’s traditional Labor Day Brad Shultz
Picnic from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Food & Beverage Manager
Certified Sommelier
Beginning on Thursday September 9th, we will turn the Four Seasons
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room into a Tailgate Party for watching the Thursday Night Football.
brad@lehighcc.com
Cornhole on the Governor’s Patio, Football on the gigantic TVs, drink
specials, and friends hanging out watching the game. This will be
available every Thursday in September, except for the 16th, due to a
previously scheduled event.
Bring the Grandparents out on Sunday, September 12 for the
Grandparent’s Day Brunch Buffet. Chef Randy has created an amazing
menu with something for everyone! Be sure to make your reservations
between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Brunch will be available on the
Terrace, Grill Rooms, Bar, and Four Seasons Room.
The End of the Season Pub Crawl on September 18 will give the adults a
fun night out and the experience of barhopping to 3 different bars
without leaving the Club. Three different bars, three different drink Jena Kostishion
specials, and three different food features! Kid’s Club will be available
this evening from 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Assistant Food & Beverage
Manager
September also brings a change in dining hours. Beginning on Thursday jena@lehighcc.com
September 8 the dining hours will change to the following:
Tuesday through Thursday – 11:30 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Friday and Saturday – 11:30 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Sunday 11:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Summer may be over, but we plan to keep your social calendars full and
the activities going at LCC!
See you soon!
Brad Shultz, Taylor Clifford
Food & Beverage Manager
Assistant Food & Beverage
Manager
taylor@lehighcc.com
Lehigh Express September 2021 24Club News
MEMBERSHIP — WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
Mrs. Heather Wieand, Jr. Proprietary Legacy
Sponsors: Douglass Patt, Patrick Loughlin, Dr. Anthony Abdalla
Heather Wieand & her husband, Aaron joined Lehigh in
July as Jr. Proprietary Legacy Members. Aaron is an
Estimator at Alan Kunsman Roofing. Heather is a
Homemaker. They have one child, Leo (3) and expecting
their second child. Heather is the Daughter of Mr. & Mrs.
Jim Tobias.
Mr. James Balliet, Proprietary Members
Sponsors: Chad Schneider, Ryan Durkin, Gaspare DiCarlo
James Balliet & Erin Troy joined Lehigh in July as
Proprietary Members. James is the President of James
Balliet Property Group. Erin is an Administrative Assistant
at The James Balliet Group. James & Erin have two
children, Jassen (18) and Sara (25).
Mr. Bryan Seidel, Jr. Proprietary
Sponsors: Andres Defrancisco, Patrick McNealis, Robert
Burkholder
Bryan Seidel & his wife Madison joined Lehigh in August
as Jr. Proprietary Members. Bryan is the Owner of Social
Media Management. Madison is a Neonatal Intensive
Care Nurse at Lehigh Valley Hospital.
Mr. Ronald Jerdon, Family Social
Sponsors: Tony Iannelli, John Gilboy, David Weinstein
Ron Jerdon & his wife Lorraine joined Lehigh in August as
Family Social Members. Ron is the President of Jerdon
Construction Service, LLC. Lorriane is the Business
Manager of Jerdon Construction Service, LLC. Ron &
Lorraine have four grown children.
Mr. Steve Yatsko, Family Social
Sponsors: Thomas Johnson, Andrew Ludwig, Katherine
McElwain
Steve Yatsko & his wife Amy joined Lehigh in August as
Family Social Members. Steve is the Director of Solar
Development at PPL Corporations. Amy is a retired hair
Stylist. Steve & Amy have two grown children.
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MEMBERSHIP — WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
Mr. John Heilig, Proprietary
Sponsors: Chad Schneider, Denis Tighe, Gary Clewell
John Heilig & his wife Florence joined Lehigh in August
as Proprietary Members. John is a retired journalist.
Florence is a retired teacher. John & Florence have
three grown children.
Mr. Scott Gabel, Proprietary Members
Sponsors: Ryan Durkin, Kurt Springs, Dr. Anthony
Abdalla
Scott Gabel & his wife Yvonne joined Lehigh in August
as Proprietary Members. Scott is the controller for
Universal Concrete Product. Yvonne is a
Cytotechnologist at Health Network Laboratory.
Mr. Chris Kulp, Family Social
Sponsors: Emrich Stellar, Katherine McElwain, Gary
Clewell
Chris Kulp & his wife Lisa joined Lehigh in August as
Family Social Members. Chris is the Reginal VP of
Mortgage Banking at NVR, Inc. Chris & Lisa have two
children, Joylin (19) and Grace (13).
TRANSFERS: RESIGNATION:
Nicholas Kurtz, Jr. Proprietary to Barb Bollinger, Family Social
Proprietary Dr. Chris Hawkins, Family Social
Dr. Martin Martino, Proprietary
REINSTATEMENT: Craig Kashuba, Family Social
Don Patt, Senior Active
To Mr. & Mrs. Justin Beidleman &
Grandparents Mr. & Mrs. Jan Graybill
Weston Leo Beidleman
Born on 8/10 at 6:53 AM
22” ~ 8.3 lbs
Lehigh Express September 2021 26Recognition & Awards
Lightning Protection
Policy:
The policy is as follows:
When the Horn sounds a
high/low tone or when
thunder or lightning is
visibly present, you must
immediately evacuate the
Golf Course, Pool, Pool Deck,
Tennis Courts and terrace
and go to the nearest
enclosed building; Club-
house, Court Pavilion, Golf
Pro Shop or Snack Bar.
The requirement to move
indoors applies to both
members and staff. Service
will be suspended outdoors
including under the roof
when lightning is detected
in the area.
When the Horn sounds a
solid tone, all is clear and
play, swimming and dining
may resume outside.
Thank you for your
cooperation.
Lehigh Express September 2021 27Board of Governors Committee Chairpersons
John T. Yurconic President Doug Leonzi House
Richard Adams Vice President Steven Rainford Golf
Joseph D’Amico Secretary
Robert Beck Grounds
Michael Thompson Treasurer
Michael Thompson Finance
Terms Expiring
Kathy Thompson Racquets
Robert Beck 2022
Sam Borrelli Paddle Tennis
Gary Clewell 2022
Anne Geis Swimming Pool
John Gross 2022
Kim Adams Entertainment
Barbara Butz 2023
Kathy Thompson Long Range Planning
Doug Leonzi 2023
Dr. Anthony Abdalla Membership
Dr. Bradford Young 2023
Subcommittee Chairperson
Thomas Cichocki 2024
Jackie Beck Women’s Golf
Kenneth Duerholz 2024
Michael Sonier 2024
Management
Jennifer Felegy General Manager jen@lehighcc.com
Arden Strickland Controller astrickland@lehighcc.com
Randy Zerfass Executive Chef chefrandy@lehighcc.com
Marianne Zerfass Banquet Manager banquets@lehighcc.com
Brad Shultz Food & Beverage Manager brad@lehighcc.com
Ed Decker Clubhouse Engineer engineer@lehighcc.com
John Chassard Director of Grounds jchassard@lehighcc.com
Ryan Fogel Grounds Superintendent rfogel@lehighcc.com
Wayne Phillips Golf Professional proshop@lehighcc.com
Ari Datta Director of Racquets ari@lehighcc.com
Amanda Brown Executive Assistant amanda@lehighcc.com
Sarah Sasdi Member Billing memberbilling@lehighcc.com
Christi Lukow Human Resources christi@lehighcc.com
Lehigh Express September 2021 31Mission Statement
The mission of Lehigh Country Club is to be the private country club
of choice in the Lehigh Valley. This will be achieved by providing
quality facilities and services and by making Lehigh Country Club every
member’s preferred establishment for dining, social, and
recreational activities.
We will provide an outstanding golf course in terms of appearance,
condition, and fairness to all levels of play, in addition to an excellent
tennis, paddle tennis, swim, and clubhouse facilities, with well manicured
grounds surrounding the club complex. Employees will treat
every member, family member, and guest with courtesy and respect,
in a warm and welcome atmosphere.
In order to ensure the excellent experience for the members, the Club
will carefully select compatible new members and appropriately limit
the total membership.
The Board of Governors and management will be both responsive to
the membership, as well as responsible, with the purpose of perpetuating
the Club by constantly maintaining the facilities and operating the
Club in a sound financial manner to protect and enhance the value
of the member’s equity, thereby assuring the continuity of
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