CHESTERFIELD GOLF CLUBApril 2020

It’s frustrating that we can’t enjoy the golf course as we turn the corner into Spring – but rest assured our staff are working exceptionally hard so it’s in great shape when we’re given the green light to play again. Course Manager Joe Walsh offers an update: “Even though we are in the middle of a pandemic and three of our staff have been furloughed to make necessary savings, we push on. The remaining staff of Wain, Matt, Lee and myself are doing all we can to keep the course in good shape for when we reopen. Whenever that may be. “Over the past couple of weeks, we managed to get 50 tonnes of sand into the greens with another 15 to go on after we complete over seeding next week.

“Also, we have been spraying the greens with a preventative fungicide just in case the Fusarium disease decides to make a very unwelcome comeback. “I am extremely happy with the progress of the greens and I remain convinced they will be in great shape once the course reopens.” Joe added: “We have removed the hole cups from the winter greens as we won’t be needing them for a good six-seven months.

 “Now we finally have a continuous dry spell the mowers are out in force. We have been striping up fairways, first cut and tees. We also have been joined by our professional, Shane Naisbett, volunteering to cut the rough. “The definition between cut is coming on nicely and is really starting to stand out. “During this pandemic we have noticed a lot more of the general public on the course whether it be dog walkers or people just out for a bit of exercise. “My major concern is that we suffer vandalism to any part of the course.

“Wain and I have started to dig out a trench across the eighth carry, roughly 50 yards from the tee. This is being done for a couple of reasons – firstly to stop trespassers riding their bikes down the hill and then skidding on the green, and secondly to help catch water running down the bank and reduce water gathering in front of the green. We may also alter the path to stop it washing out every time we have a heavy down pour of rain.

“Thank you to those who are using their daily exercise period to patrol the course. Take care and stay safe.”

Preparing the course for your return – the hard work continues

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Whilst we all sit and wait to find out when we can get back to normal, we would like to encourage members to download the Club V1 Members Hub app, so when the club is allowed to open, you can be ready to play golf again with club info at your finger tips and an easier way of topping up your swipe card.

The Hub is a great tool to supply the membership with valuable information in real-time.

The Hub has many features and can be used for things such as: • checking course status• latest club news• upcoming competitions• making bookings• handicap information• qualifiers• club diary• account info

The Hub is a secure area, containing member information driven by ClubV1 allowing members the freedom to update their personal information.

It is user friendly and can be used via an Android/Apple app or using your web browser.

To install on your phone, tablet or ipad use the links sent to you via email or search ClubV1 Members Hub in the App Store on your device.

Once installed put the short-cut on your home screen so it is easily accessible.

It can also be accessed using your web browser. Visit: https://chesterfield.hub.clubv1.com

Once you’ve downloaded the app or you are poised over your PC, follow these instructions:

How to registerFollow the on-screen instructions and make sure you use the same email address as stored in your ClubV1 Member record. This will be same email address which this newsletter was delivered to.

After registrationOnce registered you will see many icons in the drop down menu (shown as 3 lines, top right).

ProfileThe first thing to do is to is add your profile picture and information. Click the ‘profile’ icon found in the drop down menu. Here you can add your personal information.

PrivacyThe second thing we suggest is to control your privacy settings. Click the ‘privacy’ icon found in the drop down menu. Here you can control the information that is visible to other members.

Swipe card accountOnce you’ve mastered the basics why not have a look at your swipe card account. Click the ‘card’ icon found in the drop down menu. Here you can view your balance, an e-receipt for each transaction and make a top up payment to your bar or comps purse.

To top up select a purse then click ‘top up this purse’. This will take you to HowDoiPayTM. Simply follow the instructions and you’ll soon be topped up.

SubscriptionsYou can check your club subscription account balance by clicking the ‘subscription’ icon found in the drop down menu. All your bills and payments for the current year can be viewed here.

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We hope you enjoy getting to know the Members Hub.

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Captains’firstevent becomes last (for while!)

A fabulous evening was had by all who attended the Captains’ first dance, Saturday 14 March.

It was unprecedented from the outset when the traditional Captains’ greeting was replaced with a welcome glass of Prosecco due to the unfolding threat of the Coronavirus!

After the unusual welcome the full clubhouse enjoyed a delicious hot buffet served by Neil and his team, which looking back now could be described as our last supper (hopefully only for a short time)!

The party atmosphere was not detered as the ABBA tribute band, all dressed up and ready for a trip back to the 70’s, entertained everyone and kept a full dance floor.

They looked the part and sounded great. It was difficult not to join in, singing and dancing for the rest of the evening.

“What an atmosphere, what a great start to Captains’ year, what a night!”

It must have been good because even the men were up and dancing (well nearly all!)

A big thank you to all who attended to make it very special.

Captain John and Ladies Captain Sue

“Around this time of year I would usually be running a US Masters Sweepstake. As this is not possible and we find ourselves in the position that we are in, what better way to try and keep some normality and at the same time help our NHS?

“One square is £5 or five for £20, the more that enter and support the more money in the prize pot

and greater donation to the NHS. We have a PXG Gen2 driver worth over £600 guaranteed for 1st place, please help support the NHS and the professional shop at this time.”

To enter please send £5 or £20 along with your full name and “Prize Draw” as reference to Account 41300157 60-40-09

If you have any questions at all please contact me at shanen09@gmail.com or 07907 569747

Shane NaisbettPGA professional

Big hearts raise big funds!Well done to Paul and Barbara for raising over £6,000 for charity during their time as captain and ladies captain 2019-2020.

NSPCC and British Heart Foundation were extremely grateful to recieve the generous funds raised by the superb efforts of the dynamic duo!

A big thanks also to all of our members who dug deep and donated over the course of Paul and Barbara’s year. You are all amazing!

£2,493.44 raised for

£3,517.44 raised for

PXG DRIVER WORTH £600 UP FOR GRABS....

As there are no fixtures or events to show we thought a bit of spring cheer would help lift the spirits!