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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
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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.
Independence 2019
Independence Celebration with D.J. José Ramírez at “DAV”
By Herman Santa
Members of The Spanish American Club, Inc. hosted the Annual Independences Party (USA, Venezuela, Argentina, Colombia and Perú on Saturday, July 29 at the Disabled American Veteran’s Club in Port St. Lucie. Everyone enjoyed an evening of drinks, snacks, dancing and raffles. Master of ceremonies and president of the club, Carlos Bonet, welcomed everyone to the party and gave an update of the status of the club and thanked every one of them for their continued support. Attendees were entertained by D.J. José Ramirez.
After the president’s update, the D.J. played a Happy Birthday song for the members that were celebrating their birthdays in the month of July. Among them present, were: Carmen Nieves, Olga Guillén, Annie Borras, Yvonne Bonet, Ron Bryson, Theresa Peña, Melissa Sanchez and Mirta Zapata. Door prize winners: Olga Guillén, Mirta Zapata, Xiomara Guanill, Rosendo González, Luis Rosa and Patricia Peláez. 50/50 winners: Ivan Guanill, Xiomara Guanill and Virginia González.
The following members where celebrating their anniversaries: Carlos and Yvonne Bonet, Angel and Nereida Pellot, Al and Virginia Feliciano, Augusto and Ana Rodriguez, Anibal and Maria Acevedo, Rosendo and Virginia González, Herman and Lucy Santa, Ron and Isa Bryson, Billy and Nilda Betancourt and Norma and Luis Arroyo. Ray Guadalupe and Maritza Rivera were celebrating their engagement. A big thanks to our members and guests who helped with the decorations, set ups and assisted throughout the night.
The mission of the club is to promote friendship and solidarity among its members, neighbors and other institutions of the Treasure Coast through charitable, cultural, social and civic activities to promote knowledge. Throughout the year, the members meet once a month to socialize, dine and dance.
Father’s 2019
Spanish American Club members celebrate father’s Day
By Evelyn Carrillo
Members of the Spanish American Club, Inc. hosted their Annual Father’s Day Dinner on Saturday, June 29, 2019 at the Disabled American Veterans Club; located at 1150 SW California Blvd., in Port St. Lucie.
Once again members and guess had a fabulous evening with the delightful music of DJ José Ramírez and a delicious dinner of rice with chicken, rice with garbanzo beans, pepper steak, red beans, sweet plantain and a mixed salad. Meal was prepared by Yvonne Bonet and Vivian Megaro, Melissa Sanchez and Mary Figliola. Dinner was served by Isaiah Jean, Grace Lloyd, Rachelle Rudzinsky, Jocelyn Ortega and Jeremy Sanchez. The Board wants to thank the chefs and the servers for their time and efforts to make this event successful.
The Scholarship Committee: Nancy Rozon, Elizabeth Mejía, María McCutcheon and Pamela Peña had the pleasure of introducing two out of six scholarship recipients; Alejandra Lopéz-De La Cruz and Jaisen González. They expressed their gratitude for the donations made in every event to the scholarship program.
New Club Associates: The Board of Directors gives a cordial welcome to Ms. Jacqueline Allard who is sponsored by Theresa Pena and Ms. Ada Iris Feliciano who is sponsored by Jose and Maria Garcia. Jimmy and Kathy Rivera have been renewed as associates.
The Board of Directors are appreciative and thankful for those club associates that continue to donate door prizes. These donations are appreciated and helps in the success of our club. A special thanks to Iván Guanill, Dick & Karen Diamond, Nereida & Angel Pellot, Galud Segura, who joined the Board to set up for the event and clean up after the event.
From left Gilberto Ferri, Eliecér Torres and Theresa Peña.
From left Jaucelyn Serrano, Virginia González, Raquel O’Connor, Rafael Gabay, Leily Then and Dick Diamond.
Scholarship 2019 (Ferreira)
46th 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 Catherine Ferreira of Ft. Pierce.
Catherine Ferreira was born in Venezuela. Her parents Jesus Ferreira and Hailing Ramos were born in Venezuela. She is now living with her parents in Ft. Pierce. Catherine attended Fort Pierce Central High School. This fall she will continue her Associate Degree in Indian River State College, then will transfer to Embry Riddle Aerospace University in Daytona Beach. She will be majoring in Aerospace Engineering and Astronomy. She would like to work with Boeing or Space X and get into the research field.
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 Award 2019
The Spanish American Club, Inc. (SACI) awards scholarships
By Herman Santa
Members of the Spanish American Club, Inc. hosted their Annual Father’s Day Dinner on Saturday, June 29, 2019, at the Disabled American Veterans Club; located at 1150 SW California Blvd., in Port St. Lucie.
From left Pamela Peña, Nancy Rozon, Elizabeth Mejía, Jaisen González, Alejandra López-De La Cruz.
Mother’s 2019
By Herman Santa/Carlos Bonet
The Spanish American Club, Inc. hosted its traditional Mother’s Day Dinner Dance on Saturday, May 25 at the Disabled American Veterans Club in Port St. Lucie. The event started with our master of ceremonies Carlos Bonet welcoming everyone to the event and gave an update of the status of the club and the next events of the of club. A moment of silence was observed for the members that are not longer with us and for the veteran.
Following the president’s speech the members and their guests enjoyed a delicious Latin buffet. The meal consisted of salad, bread, pulled pork, stew chicken, yucca, red beans, white rice, yellow rice with pigeon peas, dessert and coffee. After the dinner, the DJ played a Mother’s Day song and a Happy Birthday song for members and their guests who were celebrating their birthdays this month.
A big “Thank You” to the following members: Virginia and Rosendo Gonzalez, Lionel and Mercedes Roman, Dick and Karen Diamond, Angel and Nereida Pellot, Augusto Rodriguez, Gilbert Ferri, Carlos Mejia, Domingo Sanchez, Virginia Feliciano, Pamela Peña. Without your help these events would be overwhelming and a lot of hard work for our board of directors.
Volunteers are key to all successful organizations. Your example is a tribute to our club. I hope I got everyone, but if I haven’t acknowledged you its because so much was going on. Your continued support for our scholarship program under the direction of Nancy Rozon, with Pamela Pena, Elizabeth Mejia and Maria McCutcheon is excellent. At our next event we will try to have all of this years scholarship recipients available for you to meet. Your generosity to our young servers also was amazing. I want to give special thanks to Board members, Al Feliciano, Evelyn Carrillo, Josie Guadalupe, Nancy Rozon, Mary Figliola and Vivian Megaro. Vivian also donated the roses that were given to each female participant. I am especially grateful for our cooks, Yvonne Bonet, Vivian Megaro, Melissa Sanchez and Bianca DeJesus. Food was great.
Thank you all that were able to participate at yesterdays Mothers Day Event. I appreciate all the help that was given by various members and guests. Augusto Rodriguez, Gilbert Ferri, Carlos Mejia, Domingo Sanchez, Lionel and Mercedes Roman, Dick and Karen Diamond, Virginia Feliciano, Pamela Pena, Angel and Nereida Pellot. Without your help these events would be overwhelming and a lot of hard work for our board of directors. Volunteers are key to all successful organizations. Your example is a tribute to our club. I hope I got everyone, but if I haven’t acknowledged you its because so much was going on.
Please remember that if you are interested in participating in our Victory Cruise event on June 13, 2019 that you must inform Vivian Megaro, Josie Guadalupe, Al Feliciano or Evelyn Carrillo. I will not be available for that event. Thank you. The Father’s Dinner Dance party on Saturday, June 29th will be held at the DAV Chapter 113, 1150 SW California Ave. Port St. Lucie, Fl 34953 from 6:30 PM to 11:00 P.M. Please contact Carlos Bonet for reservations at (917) 204-6141 at c.bonet@aol.com. For information regarding the club, visit our website http://www.thespanishamericanclubinc.org
From left; Doris James, Norma Arroyo and Javier Andrade
From left Blanca Stella Páez , Ana María Tarani, Belén Medina, Al Manzanares and Virginia González
Scholarship 2019 (Martinez)
49th 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 Ruby Martinez of Ft. Pierce.
Ruby Martinez was born in Ft. Pierce. Her parents Rodolfo and Maria Martinez were born in Mexico and now they are living in Ft. Pierce. Ruby attended Fort Pierce Central High School. This fall she will be majoring in Pre Dental and then afterwards she will apply into Dental Hygiene at Indian River State College.
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 $36,000 in scholarships to 54 seniors 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 Committee 2019
Scholarship Committee
By Herman Santa
The Spanish American Club, Inc. (SACI) scholarship is available to graduating seniors who live in Martin and St. Lucie counties. The scholarship is administered by the Spanish American club, Inc. Scholarship Committee.
This year scholarship committee Chair by Nancy Rozon and Co-chair by Elizabeth Mejia, 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 will continue 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 Hispanic students. Over the past 26 years, the club has awarded more than $31,000 in scholarships to 54 Hispanic seniors of Martin and St. Lucie counties. The scholarships are awarded based on financial need and a GPA of 3.0 or better. Letters of recommendation are accepted. The students will be selected after one-on-one interview by the Spanish American Club, Inc. Scholarship Committee.
Applicants must meet the following eligibility requirements for consideration: (1) Martin or St. Lucie county senior. (2) Resident of either county. (3) Copy of the original transcript from the high school. Eligible students should submit the application by Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2019. Applications are available from Martin and St. Lucie counties Guidance Counselors.
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