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Summer has been hotter than ever and I'm sure we are all ready for some cool relief. The pool has
been busy and I hope everyone enjoyed the new improvements. We hope for more next year.
I hope everyone heard the great news at the tennis center. Michelle Dodier our director of tennis has
decided not to retire at this time. She will stay on as our director for as long as we can keep her. She is well liked by
members and CBIGG. Thank you Michelle!!
Our club has had many improvements made this year and more are coming. Thank you for your patience and your
board will continue letting management know your concerns. We are an advisory board and we are always passing
on your requests. Don't forget about the Hey Hagen forms in the main entry of our club.
The second stage of wine lockers have been installed in The Tavern on the Green. If you didn't get one please see
Debbie Gonzaba to get on the waiting list. Our wine club and wine tastings have been very popular and sell out fast.
Thank you Antonio.
I enjoy hearing from you around the club so please let me know if I can help with your club suggestions.
Our golf course has done well during this hot summer. Our pond has stayed full and lots of water is pumped out
every night. A good rain would be appreciated by all.
Congratulation to Harry Ramirez for all your golf achievements. He hold every title available at this time.
Club champion, senior club champion, and Sunburst champion.
Thank you for being members. It is you that makes The Club at Sonterra what it has become. I believe we have the
greatest club in our area and with your help we will continue to make it better.
See you around the club.
John Deloach
Council Corner / Membership News Page 2
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A Message from Board Chairman, John DeLoach
PLEASE WELCOME OUR NEW SONTERRA MEMBERS!
Nicholas Bennett & Sara Serra
Mr.& Mrs. Dennis Durkin
Mr.& Mrs. Mark Bernard
Mr.& Mrs. Enrique Lira
Mr.& Mrs. David Trapp
Ms. Desiree Williams
Mr. David Gomez
Mr. Kyle Thomas
Mr.& Mrs. & Wyatt Halliday
Mr.& Mrs. Mirgon
Mr.& Mrs. Jay Hasselwood
Catering & Club News Page 3
Kids Club & Club News Page 4
Well, the summer sure came and went quickly. Now it’s back to school for children. It’s sure an exciting time of
year for the kids to explore new classes and learn new things. We have has a blast this Summer with a lot of fun
activities. We will be still continuing the fun at the kids club. We will be having fun crafts and art for kids on daily
basis. Our pizza parties will still continue. We will be celebrating Labor Day in this month and tons of back to
school activities. Come join us for fun and learning each day.
Dates to Remember:
September 7th - Movie Night on the Lawn
September 14th - Paint Party
September 21st - Pizza Party
September 28th - Movie Night on the Lawn
Clubs with in a Club Page 5
Ryan Houchen
Southwest Exteriors
Sales Leader
210-204-2353
The Book Club Will meet
Thursday, September 12th
7:00pm Garden Room
They will discuss: Where the Crawdads Sing
By Delia Owens
If you are interested in attending, please email
Sylvia Theall—[email protected]
The American History Club will meet
Thursday, September 5th
7:00pm Garden Room
They will discuss: American Sphinx:
The Character of Thomas Jefferson
By: Joseph J. Ellis
If you are interested in attending, please contact
Katie Gaebel 210-865-0543 or
email—[email protected]
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, September 4th 11:30am. To sign up call
Janie Vermillion at 210-355-3877.
Ron Botello
Platinum Wealth Solutions
Investment Advisor Rep.
210-998-5030
David Cohn Raymond James
Managing Director
210-844-6318
Nancy Duque
Tuscany Dental Care
Owner / Dentist
210-616-1995
Mike Morales
Allstate Ins. Agency
Owner
210-279-4765
Janie Vermillion
JV Designs
Kitchen / Bath Designer
210-355-3877
Joe Gordon
Ozona Bank
Exec VP Bus. Dev
210- 319-3509
Tadd Chapman
Momentum Group
Realtor
210-823-5568
Sue Baillio
JB Goodwin Realtors
Realtor
210-860-7850
If you are interested in joining the
Friends of the Vine Wine Club
&/or the Beer Club
Jon Disrud
Law Offices Jon Disrud
Attorney
210-262-7808
Carol Glaze
Morris Kaye Furriers
Owner
210-389-4124
Tom Vaello Right Images Printing
Owner
210-225-0858
Whiskey & Bourbon Club
A New club is forming, if you are
interested in joining
the Whiskey & Bourbon Club
Call 210-496-1560
Jose Angel Espinoza
Knockout of SA
Owner
956-286-5291
Catherine Blaufarb
Hear Here
Nat’l Sales Director
210-602-4357
Jennifer Widhelm
Best Air Conditioning
Manager
210-494-2255
Chickie Backhaus
Independence Hill
Representative
210-615-4000
Golf News Page 6
Sonterra Women’s Golf Association
SWGA plays on Wednesdays at 9:00 am
Please call the Pro Shop 210-491-9900 to sign up to play or sign up using Golf Genius.
If you are interested in hearing more about SWGA or joining the group, please contact Susan Jones:
[email protected] or call Susan at (917) 589-7577. You may also contact the Pro Shop: (210) 491-9900.
ABC Step Aside Scramble Results: 1st Place- Dinah Mourra, Rachel Wadsworth, Roxanne Matkin (73)
2nd Place- Cheryl Moore, Sheryl Redwine, Sherolyn Rawley (75)
Pinehurst Partnership Results: We had a great turnout for this prized event and a close finish with a scorecard
playoff for 1st Place Net. It was decided by one stroke!
Brenda Mosley and Darla Hedrick, along with Barb Dallahan and
Rachel Wadsworth both fired a 64 net.
Congratulations to Dina Moura and Yangki Wojcik for firing a 77 gross.
1st Place Gross- Dinah Mourra & Yangki Wojcik (77)
1st Place Net- Rachel Wadsworth & Barb Dallahan (64)
2nd Place Net- Brenda Mosley & Darla Hedrick (64)
August Ace/Star Results: Ace of the Month- Roxanne Matkin (64)
Star of the Month- Marian Dyer (84)
First Flight Second Flight
1st Place Gross- Marian Dyer (84) 1st Place Gross—Barb Dallahan (86)
1st Place Net- Yangki Wojcik (73) 1st Place Net—Roxanne Matkin (64)
Par 3 Tournament Results:
This is a fun event where every hole on the North course was played as a par 3.
1st Flight 2nd Flight
1st Place Gross- Joyce Nail (62) Tie—1st Place Gross—Mary Malone (70)
2nd Place Gross- Cheryl Moore (64) Tie—1st Place Gross—Roxanne Matkin (70)
1st Place Net- Frances Cohn (56) 1st Place Net—Laura Raden (59)
2nd Place Net-Mary Lucas (57) 2nd Place Net- Darnes Hicks (60)
Even Holes Results:
First Flight 1st Place Gross- Joyce Nail (41)
1st Place Net- Dinah Mourra (36)
Second Flight
1st Place Gross- Virginia Honeyman (46)
1st Place Net- Tammany La Fosse (38)
Sue Colburn Low Putts - 29
The remaining Saturday play dates for the year are:
September 14 & 21
October 5 & 19
November 2 & 16
Golf News Page 7
FAIRWAY FEATS
Robert Rowton – 8/4/19 - Hole-In-One - #14 North
Are you a member of the Hole-In-One Club? Sign up
in the golf shop today and earn pro shop credit for you
ACE!
Men’s Golf Association (MGA) The 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
[email protected] with your ideas, comments, concerns, etc.
MGA
Results for MGA Individual
Tommy Harrison – Low Gross for Flight 1
John DeLoach – Low Gross for Flight 2
Top 40 Sonterra Cup Standings
UPCOMING FALL GOLF EVENTS – SAVE THE DATE!
Divot Party – September 20
Men’s & Women’ Club Championship Weekend –
September 27, 28 & 29
Ladies’ Classic Affair – October 1, 2 & 3
MGA Sonterra Cup – November 1, 2 & 3
1. Greg Drott $1,695.00
2. John DeLoach $1,505.00
3. Brian Coulter $1,290.00
4. Roger Hopkins $1,285.00
5. Jimmy Bourne $1,165.00
6. Michael McKinney $1,550.00
7. Brain Edwards $1,140.00
8. Tommy Harrison $1,115.00
9. Richard Tisdale $1,077.50
10. Dan Yrigoyen $1,025.00
11. Jim Smith $1,102.50
12. John Naranjo $1,010.00
13. Justin Elliott $997.00
14. Scott Barton $980.00
15. Chris Connolly $975.00
16. Doug Simpson $960.00
17. Brad Barrett $940.00
18. Winn Parker $930.00
19. William Schilling $910.00
20. Ron Botello $902.50
21. Billy Harrison $890.00
22. Byron Jordan $835.00
23. Paul Larson $830.00
24. Todd Fields $825.00
25. John Dillree $820.00
26. Joe-Ben Obanion $820.00
27. Lance Heckel $802.50
28. Andrew Richard $802.00
29. Richard York $780.00
30. Harold Oliver $775.00
31. Scott Carey $770.00
32. Damon Sutterfield $765.00
33. Allan Pundt $775.00
34. Jeff Rosaasen $755.00
35. Tyler Fleming $740.00
36. Mike Biviano $730.00
37. Jeff Jacobs $730.00
38. Kevin Semtner $725.00
39. John Renfro $715.00
40. Terry Tollette $715.00
Golf News Page 8
Sr. Club Championship
Harry Ramirez defended his title and made
it 3 in a row for the Sr. Club Championship
Paul Larson won the Net Division
Darrell Glover won the Super Senior Division
Golf News Page 9
On the Course with David Gonzales
Course Superintendent
The summer days are finally fading away. This summer’s
heat and drought really put both golf courses to the test.
Wells running nonstop since the first of July, we have plenty water there is
no doubt about that. This summer we had to see where we were good with
irrigation and where we are having issues. Our summer agronomic program
was to get water in the ground. It took everything our Agronomy team had
not to mention our equipment was pushed to the max, operating nonstop
daily for 3 consecutive weeks. The results are unbelievable; we went from
shallow roots prior to aeration, to now having a few roots as long as 8inches
on the south and 3 inches on the North. August 29, 2019 another core
sample was pulled (6 weeks later) we now not only have root depth but root
mass. We now have a consistent root layer of 6”- 8” on the south 3”- 5” on
the North. This is very important moving into the fall/winter months.
September is jammed pack with excitement. We have many tournaments to
host and It’s PRE-EMERGE season. We will begin pre-emerging green
surrounds, and tee areas right after Labor Day. September 19th we will go
with our wall to wall fall pre-emerge application of Spectacle. The goal is
to be better each year and we are working for that daily.
As always, see you on the course,
David Gonzales
Top photo taken July 29, 2019
Photo taken August 29, 2019
Callaway Short Game School
Saturday, October 19th
8:30am – 11:30 am
Topics – Chip & Run, Pitch Shot, Distance Wedge &
Greenside Bunker.
Make a difference in your game in one day! Come learn
the most important scoring game shots to lower your
score.
Instructor: Ryan Luna
School is limited to the first 10 students to register.
Cost: $120 per Student
Includes: 2 Hours of Instruction, 1 hour custom wedge
fitting with Callaway. Student Notes and special pricing
on Callaway products, gift bag.
Women’s Get Golf Ready
Fall Series Dates-
September 11th, 18th, October 16th & 23rd
Thursdays from 6:30-7:30 PM
4 Group Lessons for just $105!
Taught by golf professional team member, Danny Lee
This series of group lessons is a great opportunity for
beginner to intermediate players looking to learn all
they need to know to be a successful golfer.
Topics: Putting, Short Game, Full Swing and More!
Please register in the Golf Pro Shop ASAP as
registration will be limited to the first 8 ladies.
Tennis and Golf News Page 10
WELCOME TO OUR NEW TENNIS JUNIOR PROGRAM DIRECTOR
JULIAN LOPEZ- Junior Program Director/ Staff Professional
We would like to introduce Julian to our club as the new Director of Juniors and he will also be
joining an already fantastic teaching staff here at Sonterra. Julian’s credentials are impressive
with his 28 years of coaching experience (certified USPTA professional) and 12 years as a
Director of Tennis. He has coached a WTA player (Luciane Kelbert #1 from Brazil), and he
has coached for the International Tennis Federation Junior team. His collegiate tennis years
were spent at Oral Roberts University.
Julian is excited to get started with our juniors and equally excited about working with all the membership here at
Sonterra. He will be in charge of our Pickle Ball membership and develop programs to meet their needs. Julian will
be available to teach adults and juniors and he will also be in charge of the Junior Team Tennis. He hopes to develop
a junior program from “red ball” to travel team levels. Julian wants to meet you – so please give him a big Sonterra
welcome. We are very excited to have Julian join our staff and he is very excited to get the ball rolling.
Golf News Page 11
Tennis News Page 12
Tennis News- Michelle Dodier, Director of Tennis Tennis Events/News
I don’t know about you all but this summer went by
way too fast. We had fun, it was busy, we were very hot
and all of a sudden it was September. We have in just a
short few days the start of USTA leagues, club leagues,
junior programs, team tennis and our fall collection of
clothes to show off. Again it’s hard to keep up with because there are so
many activities going on all at once. I again urge you to download the
Sonterra App for your notifications from us. We will send notifications
out to let you know of upcoming events, deadlines, rain delays and PRO
SHOP SALES. It’s super easy and very useful.
We had six teams in the playoffs this past August and we have four teams
that are moving forward to Sectionals in Houston in September. It was
very close with some of our teams that went down to the third set tie
breaker—a heart-breaker. Next year ladies (teams) is closer than you
think and you get a second chance. Our ladies Sonterra 2.5 team that went
to Sectionals in early August did fantastic. Though we came up short of
the gold (they came in third) we made great strides in knowledge for our
future competition. The fun they had and the great camaraderie that was
formed from that weekend speaks volumes of what “team” competition is
supposed to be. Hats off to all our SONTERRA TEAMS. I’ve seen teams
together for years because they love playing with each other whether they
come in first or last. It’s all about having fun for all and that’s our aim.
We have a lot in store for you this fall so please read your emails, watch
for our notifications, look at our flyers around the facility and of course
listen to our constant urging to sign up for everything we have going on.
That should do the trick.
Your Sonterra staff looks forward to another great fall season and we
thank you for your support and participation in all our events. You all are
SUPER members and players come to Sonterra because of YOU. This is
a club where players come to play hard, know the competition is superb
and have a lot of fun doing the above.
You all show us that Sonterra is the place to be for “fun” tennis,
competitive tennis and family tennis.
WEDNESDAY EVENING BEGINNER
CLINIC WITH CELINE Celine is offering a one hour clinic from 5pm to
6pm or from 6pm to 7pm prior to Wednesday night
league. Please call Wendy for more information on
this clinic 210-491-9888
LADIES AND MENS BEGINNER CLINIC
MON and WED 9AM TO 10:30AM
Mike will have this clinic on Mondays and
Wednesdays from 9am 10:30am. For those that can
attend both days this will speed up the learning
process and have you playing before you know it.
Let Mike introduce you to the ball machine where
you can practice what you just learned. Working
hand in hand with Mike and the “machine” will take
you to the next level. Call Mike for more confi-
dence, because this stage is the most important in
developing good strokes.
FALL AFTERSCHOOL JUNIOR PROGRAM –
BEGINS SEPTEMBER 9th
Brochures are now available in the pro shop for our
after school programs. Let’s keep up the momentum
we began this summer. Please contact the pro shop
for more details or we can email you the registration
form.
FALL ADULT LEAGUE BEGINS –
SEPTEMBER 9TH All club adult leagues begin the week of September
9th. If you haven’t registered you can still call the
shop to see if spots are available or we always need
subs.
LABOR DAY MIXER
MONDAY SEPTEMBER 2nd
9am to noon
Adults and Juniors Mixer/Clinic Sponsored by:
Darin Anderson of Keller Williams Realty
Breakfast Tacos and a keg of beer on him---
WOW!!
Ladies, men’s doubles and games are lined up
for this event. You won’t want to miss this
one. We have prizes and gift certificates wait-
ing for you, but you must be present to win.
Sign up now!
SAVE THE DATE—SONTERRA ADVISORY
BOARD NOMINATIONS COMING UP
Reminder for nominations for the Tennis Advisory Board is taking
place October 1-31. We need members to replace our outgoing
board members. I’m giving you some time to think about this-
What does being on the board consist of?
1. Monthly meetings
2. Bring to the board constructive issues that will make our
department better.
3. Ideas for programs that you or members would like to see
here at Sonterra.
4. Help with the implementation of our existing rules with our
members.
YOU HAVE ONE MONTH TO THINK ABOUT IT.
Tennis News Page 13
OCTOBER UPCOMING EVENTS
October 1st-31st – Nominations for the Tennis Advisory Board
October 30th- Spooktacular @ main club
SEPTEMBER UPCOMING EVENTS
September 2-Labor Day Mixer 9am to noon Adults/Juniors
September 6-8-Texas Adult Sectionals Tournament @ McFarlin
September 9-Club adult leagues begin
September 9-After school junior program begins
Congratulations to the following members competing in the
40 and over Texas Sectionals in Houston September 13-15
Sonterra Select Men’s 4.0 Shawn Connolly (Captain), Jeremy Carr, Jesus Aranda, Jason Dudley,
Carlos Freymann, Brian Sherman, Alan Wilkerson, Greg Gallaspy,
Bodo Knochenhauer, Alejandro Quetzeri, Paul Gutierrez, Todd Spears,
Joseph Williams, Neil Shillig, Bill Barkley, Steve Surbaugh, Mark
Schendel, Alberto Maycotte, Tom Ortiz and Mario Morales.
Sonterra Ballers Men’s 3.5 Joey Guerra (Captain), Ed Reed, Melo Villarreal, Marcello Garza,
Armando de la Pena, Luis Testas, Gregg Chason, Michael DeGaetano,
Jeff Hackett, Charlie Martin, Randy Keeth, Daniel Estrella, David
Gartley, Manuel Torres, Barry Wortham and Jayson Boulet
Sonterra Overserved Men’s 3.0 Troy Paddock (Captain), John Ganser, Charlie Martin, Gregg Chason,
Kent Kirkman, Ed Reed, Jeff Hackett, Steve McCoy, Bobby Burk,
Michael DeGaetano, Dennis Heath, Sergio Avila, Tadd Chapman,
Steve George, Bobby Lange and Scott McClure.
Sonterra Winners Ladies 3.5 Natalie Pfeiffer (Captain), Nellie Pantanini, Brenda Villarreal, Rhonda
Stacy, Jennifer Ermenio, Veronica Naranjo, Priscilla Barrow, Debbie
Chason, Shiela Rohweder, Shannon Beckel, Laurie Blakey, Krista
Bryant, Miranda Richard, Chelle Chuber, Isabel Owen, Jaime Trendle,
Lenora Wulfe, Lilya Matos, Johnette Thomas and Ann Brownlee.
Winner’s Circle
Monday Men’s League
1st- Tadd Chapman
2nd- David Scanlon
3rd- Gregg Chason and Charlie Martin
Tuesday Men’s League 1st- Jeremy Carr and Johnny Naranjo
3rd – Ryan Caroll
Tuesday Morning Ladies League Delaina Harrison, Isabel Uranga,
Jen Weaver and Margarita Kirk
Wednesday Evening Ladies League 1st- Ava Wood
2nd- Melissa Ruff
3rd- Lindsay Houchen
Membership News Page 14
Wellness News Page 15
W E L L N E S S N E W S
Tennis Pre-match Warm-up
Warm-up for your tennis match with personal trainer Lindsey Holifield on the court! Training will focus on all things that make
your tennis game stronger while getting you fit. Classes start Monday September 9 at 8:00am. Will be held Mondays and
Wednesdays. Cost is $15.00 per session. Sign up today by calling 817-996-9371 or email [email protected].
Zumba is BACK!! Zumba with Tathiana is a dance class where you are going to burn calories having fun. Zumba is combination of aerobic exercise
and resistance training.
Zumba will help you lose weight, improve posture, increase coordination and confidence, and reduce anxiety. It is a full body
workout. You will enjoy this fun and energetic class. Zumba classes will start Monday September 9 at 9:30am in the Main
Clubhouse. Cost is $10 per class.
Tathiana has been a certified Zumba instructor for over 7 years In her class you'll not only have fun dancing, but you'll get your
cardio and toning workout done all in one hour! We are confident that she’ll keep you moving through motivation, support and
high energy in each and every class! Zumba is a great way to meet and make new friends and bring fun and exercise to The Club
at Sonterra. Call Tathiana at 210-461-0366 to sign up or for more information.
THRIVE!
Thrive! A class for women that combines different exercises for total body conditioning. It is a exercise class for all levels of
ability beginner, intermediate, and fit. The class consists of exercises and games that address Agility, Aerobics, Balance, Bone
Density, Cardio, Core, Coordination, Endurance & Flexibility, Sessions are held outdoors with a minimum of equipment just a
Yoga mat and a few light weights. Anne promises to get you fit, starting at YOUR level and slowly build flexibility and strength.
Thrive! Classes are held Monday Wednesday Friday at 8:00am. Call Anne Walker at (210) 710-4737.
Fit and Firm
Fitness Instructor Carlos Torres has created Fit and Firm Class designed to improve your health and fitness level. You will lose
fat, build and firm your muscles, while increasing your strength and flexibility. Class is held every Monday, Wednesday, and
Friday at 6:45am. Fit and Firm classes start at the beginning of every month. Call Carlos at 210-380-0682 or email him at
[email protected] for more information or to get signed up. Do it today!
Water Aerobics with Leighanne Reynolds
Join our Water Aerobics Class held every Tuesday and Thursday 9:00am to 10:00am. Class fee is $10.00 per class.
Bring a noodle and water weights (optional for a more intense workout. For more information and to sign up please
call (210) 496-1560
Water Aerobics with Leighanne Reynolds Join our Water Aerobics Class held every Tuesday and Thursday 9:00am to 10:00am. Class fee is $10.00 per class.
Bring a noodle and water weights (optional for a more intense workout. For more information and to sign up please
call (210) 496-1560
Pilates by Anne Walker
Anne Walker, who teaches the 8am outdoor THRIVE! boot camp class, has taken over teaching Pilates classes that are held
each Monday and Wednesday night at 6pm. Anne has taught Pilates for nearly ten years and is excited to work with the strong
and loyal clients who have welcomed her.
Anne promises that she can work with students on a variety of levels to help them become more fit without pain. Pilates is
about using your own body weight to become stronger, more flexible, have better balance and increased flexibility. This is a
coed class and new students are always welcome! The classes are $10 each and the first class is free to try out. For questions,
call Anne at (210) 710-4737
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Upcoming Events Page 17
Upcoming Events Page 18
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Congratulations Sonterra Employee Scholarship Recipients Bob Musel, Scholarship Administrator of the Employee
Educational Assistance Program at the Club of
Sonterra, recently announced the 2019 Fall Semester
Scholarship Winners. They are Bennett Hammon—Pro
Shop greeter and cart services; Rebecca Gutierrez,
Catering; Lily Almendarez, Kids Club & Front Desk;
Grace Landwehr, Tennis; Ashley Aull, Beverage Cart;
Achour Bibi, 19th Hole; Rylee Ward, 19th Hole Super-
visor, and Abrelynn Garcia, 19th Hole. A total of
$6,418 was awarded this semester. Applications are
accepted for spring & fall semesters each year and then are reviewed by the Board of
Governors committee. The fund is supported by the generosity of the Sonterra club members,
Board of Governors, and GM Hagen Cleek. Bob also thanked Sonterra Women’s
Association President, Connie Kremer and Charities Chairman, Tara Noel for the $1,000
SWA donation to the fall scholarship program.
Thanks to retired NASA Astronaut Eileene Collins for an educational and inspiring program.
Please find program pictures on the Sonterra Women’s Associations Facebook page.
To join SWA, please contact Barbara DeLoach [email protected]
Staff at Your Service
Hagen Cleek ………..……………..……General Manager
Nathan Gillespy ……...……....…..Asst. General Manager
Michelle Dodier……..………...…...….Director of Tennis
Niinette Ramirez ....……..……...… Director of Catering
Deborah Routon..…………….…....Membership Director
Debbie Gonzaba………….….. Member Relations Director
Cara Hallman …….….………….…...….Club Controller
Zach Ramsey……..……...………...….…...Director of Golf
David Gonzales…...………….......Grounds Superintendent
Antonio Pastrana………..…..……..Director of Operations
Tim Roberts…………...…...…..……...Director of Fitness
Mario Roman……..…….…….………..…...Executive Chef