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Golf 2004 (Hole in One-Santa)
2004 Herman’s Hole-in-One
I’m proud to announce that I made the first “Hole-In One” of my career on September 19, 2004, at the Savanna Club in Port St. Lucie.
I aced the 93 yard-par 3, No. 15th hole using a pitching wedge. I was practicing for the SACI golf tournament and was in a group with Atty. Gary Sweet (Now a Circuit Judge), Dana Peterson and Leticia Goff. After the game we went to Pueblo Viejo Restaurant of Port St. Lucie to celebrate.
Golf 2018 (Eagles)
Golf “Eagles” 2018
By Herman Santa
2018 Terri’s Eagle
Terri Hemings made an Eagle on Wednesday, Sept. 5, 2018, at The Saints Golf Club in Port St. Lucie. Terri aced the 300 yard-par 4, Hole No. 12th using a driver, the he used his A Wedge from 75 yards. He was part of the SACI group with Herman Santa, Gus Migliore and Ralph Morrison.
2018 David’s Eagle
David Santiago made an Eagle on Wednesday, June 6, 2018, at The Saints Golf Club in Port St. Lucie. David aced the 221 yard-Par 4, No. 17th hole using a driver. He was part of the SACI group with Herman Santa, Hugo Rios and Norman Robinson.
2018 Norman’s Eagle
Norman Robinson made an Eagle on Wednesday, May 23, 2018, at The Saints Golf Club in Port St. Lucie. Norman aced the 212 yard-par 4, No. 17th hole using a driver. He was part of the SACI group with Al Peña, Roberto Belardo and Cecil Elie.
Golf 2019 (Eagles)
Golf “Eagles” 2019
By Herman Santa
2019 Jorge’s Eagles
Jorge Crespo made two Eagles on Friday, May 24, 2019, at The Saints Golf Club in Port St. Lucie. Jorge aced the 490 yard-par 5, Hole No. 2 using a driver, then he used his 9 irons from 140 yards. Then he aced the 490 yard-par 5, Hole No. 9 using a driver, then he used his 6 irons. He was part of the SACI group with David Santiago and Ruben Aleman.
Jorge Crespo again made an Eagle on Friday, May 17, 2019, at The Saints Golf Club in Port St. Lucie. Jorge aced the 490 yard-par 5, Hole No. 2 using a driver, then he used his 6 irons from 150 yards. He was part of the SACI group with Mike O’Donnell, Cecil Ellie and Mike Bolaños.
Golf 2014 (Hole in One-Aleman)
2014 Ruben’s Hole in-One
By Herman Santa
Ruben Aleman made his first Hole-In-One of his career on Wednesday, October 22, 2014, at The Saints Golf Club in Port St. Lucie. Ruben aced the 115 yard-par 3, No. 16th hole using a # 7 iron club. He was practicing for the SACI group with Fernando Mejia and Herman Santa. After the game we went to the club house “19th Hole” restaurant to celebrate.
Golf Rules
Rules:
The Spanish American Club, Inc. (SACI) Golf Group at THE SAINTS, Port St. Lucie Florida, 34952, Website: http://www.cityofpls/golf
Revised on January 1, 2022, By the Golf Committee: Herman Santa (Director), Gus Migliore, Rick Schaub and Cecil Elie
History:
The SACI Golf Group began in 1992, with 2 players, as a way to bring together golfers of all skill levels and to foster camaraderie, sportsmanship and friendly competition among Hispanic players from USA, the Caribbean, Central and South America.
We are happy that the group continues to grow, now to over 40+ players, and we are thankful for our regular or substitute’s players, but the growth has created some obstacles and we are not able to satisfy everyone’s requests.
The most common requests are:
- Many golfers want to play with the same group while others request to play with as many different people as possible.
- Some people play the Gray or Silver tees and some play the Red tees. The golfers can play the tees that are most comfortable for your game.
The Golf Committee realizes that The SACI Golf Group is a group for fun and relaxation, not a place to be hurried and frustrated. The most important things to remember are:
- Respect the game and other players.
- Keep up with the group ahead.
- Have fun before and after the game.
- Celebrate after a good round.
We play down, lift, clean and place in your FAIRWAY ONLY. On some occasions, such as after a heavy rain, if your ball picks up mud when it lands in the rough, then we will play lift, clean and DROP AS CLOSE AS POSSIBLE TO THE ORIGINAL POSITION. Once the ball has been dropped it is in play. DO NOT TOUCH IT AGAIN. Play the ball as it lies in bunkers and remember to use a rake after hitting a shot from a bunker.
Pace of play:
Pace of play is very important, particularly during the winter season. If you find your group has fallen behind, then play READY GOLF until you catch up again.
Remember:
Use the sand on the carts to fill your divots and others on the Tee Box and fairways.
- Use the rakes on the carts or in the bunkers to smooth the sand.
- Fix your ball marks and others on the greens.
SACI and Saints agreement:
Every season the director of the Golf Committee sings an agreement with the Pro Shop Manager to agree on the following:
Tee Times
- A list of players is sent to the Pro Shop Manager on Wednesday for confirmation.
- Foursomes are required to start the rounds. For the final 2 groups, threesomes or twosomes are ok in case the Pro Shop has any walking singles. Fast players will play first and slow players will play last if possible.
Seasons and Rates:
- Winter: From January 1st thru March (Max. of 48 players) Cost? Approx. $48) the group plays from 11:45 A.M. thru 1:00 P.M. the warmest part of the day, but we run out of daylight. Saints volunteers can play after 12:00 P.M.
- Spring: From April thru May (Max. of 48 players) Cost? Approx. $48) Tee off after 11:00 A.M. from (Max. of 40 players) Cost? Approx. $32
- Summer June thru August (Max. of 48 players) approx. $33 the group plays from 9:00 A.M. thru 10:00 A.M. to beat the heat and afternoon rain. Saints volunteers can play before 11:00 A.M.
- Fall: September thru November (Max. of 48 players) Approx. $33 the group plays from 10:45 A.M. thru 11:45 A.M. the warmest part of the day, but we run out of daylight. Saints volunteers can play after 11:00 A.M
Betting:
Closest to the Pin & Points
- Closest-to-the-Pin (CtP)
Contest is won by the golfer whose tee shot comes to rest closest to the hole. To win the hole, the ball must have stopped on the green. At the end of the day, the golfer with the best tee shot- the one whose ball was closest to the pin- wins the prize.
Reminder: First make sure there is a pencil with the marker. You will need two people to measure the distance. Place the measuring tape from the cup and measure to your ball. The second person will be the witness. Make sure that you write down the distance in feet and inches. If you are not betting, please don’t write your name on the marker.
- Points:
We play the Stableford system for the game. The ball must go in the hole to score a point and you can pick up if you cannot score a point. Points are based on gross scores per hole and awarded as follows:
Description Points
- Double bogie 0
- Bogie 1
- Par or Sandy 2
- Birdie 3
- Hole in One or Eagle 4
Other Rules:
(1) Points Winner: Awarded to the players with most points higher than that players’ betting line.
(2) Point Ties: May be awarded (prize split evenly) Completed rounds count.
(3) Incomplete round: Is null and void. (Rain, lightning etc…)
(4) Maximum strokes: Counted = 2 over par (double bogie)
(5) Gimmi: NO gimmi’s when putting for Eagle, Birdie, Par or Bogie.
(6) Greene: Land on green from the Tee and par the hole.
(7) Sandy: Par a par 3, 4, or 5 if you play a stroke from the sand.
(8) Bounds, water, etc. Follow golf rules when out of bound or water. Drop ball as rule requires -knee high no closer to flag.
(9) Betting: Must play a minimum of five rounds to establish betting points.
Note: Outside of S.A.CI golf group play scores can be accepted.
(10) Wet fairways: If the fairways are wet, the player should be allowed to clean the ball and place it in reasonable spot as marked before removal.
(11) Unplayable ball: An unplayable ball can be moved to a playable area with the appropriate stroke penalty.
(12) No Improving lies: Play the ball down on every shot.
(13) Aerifications: On the fairways lift the ball were you can play it. On the greens: 2 puts (no Gimmi’s)-the ball must go in the hole and the 2nd put to score a point.
(14) Remember: Golf is a gentleman’s game and we play with friends. Play within the rules. No exceptions.
50/50 raffle:
A 50/50 raffle is conducted at the beginning of each month. When we reach $50, we will do the drawing. Proceed to benefit SACI Scholarship Fund of the club.
Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament
The Golf Committee will do an Annual Golf Tournament on the month of October to raise funds for the scholarship program of the club. Donations and sponsorship are welcome from the players and local boniness.
Format and Prizes are as follows:
Format:
Two men scramble Best Ball (Handicap and points are required)
Prizes:
- Longest Drive
- Closest to the Pins
- Low Score
- High Score
- Etc.
Other prizes:
- Most improved player of the year
For more information, please contact Herman Santa, Golf Committee Director
To see more photos, articles, etc., please visit http://www.thespanishamericanclubinc.org
Scholarship 2019 (González)
47th scholarship from the “Spanish American Club, Inc.”
By Herman Santa
The Spanish American Club, Inc. is proud to recognize one outstanding student selected to receive one of the six club’s 2019 scholarship awards. The recipient is Jaisen González of Pt. St. Lucie.
Jaisen was born in Bronk, New York. His father Richard and his mother Jessica were born in Puerto Rico. He is now living with her parents in Pt. St. Lucie. Jaisen attended St. Lucie Centennial High School. This fall he will attend University of Central Florida for his Associate Degree. He would like to transfer to the Florida State University to complete his Criminology Degree and then would attend Quantico to become an FBI agent for Behavioral Analysis.
This year scholarship committee Chair by Nancy Rozon and Co-chair by Elizabeth Mejía, María McCutheon and Pamela Peña along with the board of directors Carlos Bonet, President; Al Feliciano, Vice President; Evelyn Carrillo, Secretary; Josephine Guadalupe, Treasurer; Vivian Megaro, Public Relations Director: Nancy Rozon, Vocal Director; Mary Figliola, Substitute Director did a magnificent job selecting the students and running the program smoothly. The committee selected the students for their achievements, trustworthiness, character, responsibility, fairness and academics.
The scholarship was established in 1992 for low-income students. Over the past 27 years, the club has awarded more than $32,000 in scholarships to 47 Hispanic senior of Martin and St. Lucie counties. The board raises money for the scholarships by having 50/50 raffles at the monthly dance parties. The board also organizes other events such as picnics, cruises and garage sales. The committees organize events such as bowling, golf and dominoes tournaments. The Golf Group plays golf every Friday at The Saints Golf Course in Port St. Lucie. They hold a 50/50 raffle on the last Friday of the month. The Bowling Group plays every Monday at 6:00 P.M. at the Saint Lucie Lanes. The bowling group has a 50/50 raffle on the first Monday of the month.
The mission of the club is to promote friendship and solidarity among its members, neighbors and other non profit organizations of the Treasure Coast through cultural, social, civic, charity and sports activities to promote knowledge of the Spanish speaking countries, their geography, history, art and folklore.
Scholarship 2019 (Lopéz)
48th scholarship from the “Spanish American Club, Inc.”
By Herman Santa
The Spanish American Club, Inc. is proud to recognize one outstanding student selected to receive one of the six club’s 2019 scholarship awards. The recipient is Alejandra Lopez of Ft. Pierce.
Alejandra Lopez was born in Coatzacoalcos, Veracruz, Mexico. Her mother Marta de la Cruz was born in Mexico. She is now living with her mother in Ft. Pierce. Alejandra attended Ft. Pierce Central High School. This fall she will attend Indian River State College. She will be majoring in Criminal Justice and become a Police Officer. After graduating she will be working in her community and will continue her education to help stop crime around the world.
This year scholarship committee Chair by Nancy Rozon and Co-chair by Elizabeth Mejía, María McCutheon and Pamela Peña along with the board of directors Carlos Bonet, President; Al Feliciano, Vice President; Evelyn Carrillo, Secretary; Josephine Guadalupe, Treasurer; Vivian Megaro, Public Relations Director: Nancy Rozon, Vocal Director; Mary Figliola, Substitute Director did a magnificent job selecting the students and running the program smoothly. The committee selected the students for their achievements, trustworthiness, character, responsibility, fairness and academics.
The scholarship was established in 1992 for low-income students. Over the past 27 years, the club has awarded more than $32,000 in scholarships to 47 Hispanic senior of Martin and St. Lucie counties. The board raises money for the scholarships by having 50/50 raffles at the monthly dance parties. The board also organizes other events such as picnics, cruises and garage sales. The committees organize events such as bowling, golf and dominoes tournaments. The Golf Group plays golf every Friday at The Saints Golf Course in Port St. Lucie. They hold a 50/50 raffle on the last Friday of the month. The Bowling Group plays every Monday at 6:00 P.M. at the Saint Lucie Lanes. The bowling group has a 50/50 raffle on the first Monday of the month.
The mission of the club is to promote friendship and solidarity among its members, neighbors and other non profit organizations of the Treasure Coast through cultural, social, civic, charity and sports activities to promote knowledge of the Spanish speaking countries, their geography, history, art and folklore.
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