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Gentlemen of the BTC

October 16, 2025

NEW GOLF HOTLINE

815-242-1597 as of 9/7/25

It was a great day to golf again. Can't blame my bad golf on weather, but there were some good scores out there. F. Kossman lead the way again with a 79, Tony A. 80, T. Wilson 80, John Boyle 82, who I had the pleasure of playing with today, G. Foster 82, Scott Lee 83, Moretti 83, Tommy O. 83, myself 85 and G. Les 85.

There were some good handicap scores also. Gagnon 99/67, Tom K. 90/68, R. Bruno 88/69, Dzierwa 101/69, Schaefer 91/69, D. Samoska 91/70, R. Carioti 94/71, D. Tomkins 89/71, K. Bewley 87/72, J. Bondi 99/72, Guido 92/72, B. Vizdal 88/72.

The Ageless Wonder Club was out there too. Marv Huddleston 113/77, Jim Musser 92/74, Gar Ward 97/80. Bob Long golfed too, but not for long, as he fell into the water early in the round. He was soaked so he went home. Thank God he wasn't hurt. Bob, if you need golf balls, I have plenty.

Today, Thursday, Tom Marino almost fell in the water on 18 at George Dunne but landed in the weeds. The story goes Jimmy Mac tossed him a club a little too hard, but he did miss the water. Hey guys, it's not that important, do not hurt yourself trying to get a golf ball, it's not worth it.

On a great note, Dwight Hammond holed in his second shot from 127 yards for a deuce. His first eagle ever. Great going Dwight.

Guys, bowling starts 11-4. We need bowlers. It's fun and no one cares how you bowl, so come on out and have some fun. If interested, tell someone or call Keith Tadevich at 708-912-8831.

Your secretary,

P.S. Way to Go Bears!

October Birthdays:

Larry Konopacz (1), Larry Garetto (4), Frank Kossman (15), Hal Eberling (16), Larry Gramith (16), Jack Heatter (17), Steve Ostrowski (17), Chuck Dinolfo (18), Jim Eppolito (22), John Bondi (23), Randy Samoska (25), Jerry Jasinski (26).

Please let us know if we missed any birthdays.

MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE:

Please welcome our latest applicant to the Club:

Mike Egan, Mokena, IL 60448 Cell # (708) 738-0522, email address: mikeegan@kw.com Sponsors: Rob Ellioitt and Corey Rob

Sincerely,

Jerry Jasinski, Chairman

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TEXT and EMAIL updates of golf course cancellations, etc are available, but each member has to sign-up, and it only takes 2 minutes . Click on this link, http://builderstee.com/TextMessageSignup.html, and follow the instructions.

Chairmen, Greg Lewis & Rich Schroeder, can issue the notices, so contact one of us, when needed. If it's a general notice, it will also appear on our website, near the top of the current newsletter page. On occasion, a notice may need to refer you to the website, for more information, as the text notice is limited to 100 characters. Let Rich know if additional information needs to be posted to the website. Currently there are 139 members signed up for Golf notices thru this service.

SOMETHING NEW FOR OUR MEMBERS - We are going to put a video, etc. on the web site, that's "in the news" or good for your tennis game (Click Here) or for the bowlers (Click Here). Here's also the bonus link, to help get your golf game in shape for next season. If anyone has photos or videos to share, of our Club in action, please email them to Webmaster@builderstee.com. If your screen ever displays out-dated information, try to Refresh your PC first (F5 key). The website has recently been updated to be more "mobile-device friendly". Try visiting us from your tablet or smart phone, and send us your feedback.

Also, remember to check the "Other/Fleamarket" page for golf-related equipment for sale & upcoming golf events from our members. Advertising here is FREE, for members only. Click HERE for bowling scores & stats. Click HERE for current golf handicaps & Full Season Golf Schedule. Last year's financial report as presented by our Treasurer (click here). Click Here to sign up for Rained-Out text messages (click here for instructions).

(CLICK for the 2023-2024 Bowling season rules)

The 2025 ITALIAN DAY PHOTOS have been published to BuildersTee.com. To see them CLICK HERE or go toEvents, Event Pictures, from the website menu at the top of this page.

Tennis Report – Al Baldermann

The BTC golf season ends October 28^th. We will begin playing tennis on Tuesday, November 4^th. The arrangements have been made with the tennis club. We will play from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm, as always. You must have a Park Forest Tennis Club membership to play. The court time cost is $12.00 per week including tennis balls.

Bring your racquet and tennis shoes. Looking forward to seeing you on November 4^th!

Also, Chuck DiNolfo asked me to remind everyone that our semi-annual GIO trip is scheduled for Tuesday, November 11^th. All are invited. Please let me know if you are attending so that we can make the reservation.

Bowling News

We are looking for individuals and/or full teams to join. There is room for everyone. Bowling, just like golf, is handicapped based on your skill level, which allows all skill levels to compete on a level playing field. If you are new to the BTC, or did not bowl last year, please do not hesitate to call or text me at 708-912-8831. I will find you a spot. If you would rather email, please do so at keith@burroakbowl.com.

Bowling Secretary,

Keith Tadevich

Golf News

The final two-man division was settled at Waters Edge this week. Congratulations Randy and Dennis Samoska on securing the top spot in your division.

It looks like we will have pretty decent weather for the second round of the World Series at Naperbrook next week.

Check the attached sign-up sheet for Naperbrook. If you are not signed up, or haven’t called in your foursome yet, call the hotline right away. (815-242-1597). If you haven’t played Naperbrook before, you are in for a treat. It is one of the nicest courses BTC plays.

The sign-up sheet is up to date including any hotline messages as of 2:30pm (Thursday Oct 16). Any names in red font have already been called in as part of a foursome.

Speaking of the Daily Game. In the “B” division there was a two-way tie for first place in the blind doubles (best ball) and a 5-way tie for 3rd place. Each of the ten 3^rd place finishers will receive $4.

For the World Series, winners will be declared for 1^st round, 2^nd round and Total. If you didn’t play the first round you may not be able to win the overall title, but you can still win the 2^nd round.

Naperbrook: The guys that play back will be playing from the white tee boxes and the players that play forward will be playing the white/green hybrid tee boxes. If you are not sure how to read the scorecard to know which box to play from on each hole, ask someone at the pro shop or one of your playing partners. Also, for the one and only time this year, there will be flags at the tee boxes. For the guys that play forward there will be a flag at either the white or the green tee box. Play from where the flag is.

New Hotline Number (815) 242-1597

Your 2025 Golf Guys,

Scott Lee (312) 340-4171

Anthony Serritella (630) 430-5742

2025 GOLF SCHEDULE

(subject to change)

Oct	7	Green Garden Blue	9:00	Split Tee Times
Oct	14	Water’s Edge	8:30	Split Tee Times
Oct	21	Naperbrook	TBD	Split Tee Times
Oct	28	Silver Lake	10:00	Shotgun Start

There are extra handouts for sale from this year’s event. Cigars are also for sale, 5 for $20, before & after golf this week. Free cigar with every sale, while supplies last. See Rich after golf each week or send a text to 708-878-3913 with your order.