The 2018 Member-Member | Member-Guest Tournament - Teamwork Triumphs Bangers at Buck Ridge - Orangeburg Country Club
←
→
Page content transcription
If your browser does not render page correctly, please read the page content below
Summer 2018
The 2018 Member-Member |
Member-Guest Tournament
Teamwork Triumphs
Bangers at Buck Ridge
Manufacturers Share Their Wares
You Can Go Home Again
The Andrews-Watford Wedding
1 summer 2018 edition
In This Issue:
03 Greetings from the USTA Director of Tennis
04 Practice Takes You Places
08
06 2018 LGA Championship
07 Tolbert's Tips
The 2018 Member-Member | Member-Guest
08 Tournament
11 What's with the Wedge?
11
13 2018 Junior Sports Camps
Love All Around: Mother's Day Brunch and
14 Father's Day Fish Fry
16 Times Flies When You're Having Fun!
18
18 Bangers at Buck Ridge
20 You Can Go Home Again
Written and edited by Meredith E. Baker 20
Designed by Aulani Pau
ALONG THE EDISTO: Orangeburg country club magazine 2
Greetings from the USTA Director of Tennis
Greetings From
The USTA Director of Tennis
Dear Current and Future Members,
As many of you know, my official title is USTA Director of Tennis,
but my duties include managing our pool facilities in the summer.
I’d like to take this opportunity to thank all our full-time and
seasonal members who took advantage of the Blue Frog Lagoon.
Your visits made this summer an outstanding one. Our goal was
to deliver a resort experience to members and their guests through
our attentive service, delicious food and drink, and comfortable
surroundings.
We trust you had a wonderful time, but we are always looking
for ways to improve. If you had an issue or concern, please let us
know. Of course, we want to repeat the things that you loved, so
tell us about those as well.
As temperatures begin to cool, please make plans to enjoy tennis.
We have four, lighted Har-Tru® courts and convenient parking. If
you are new to the sport or need a refresher, contact the Club to set
up a private lesson or inquire about my upcoming clinics.
The Orangeburg Country Club (OCC) community has many year-
round offerings for young families, networking professionals, and
established residents. Our full-time members see the value of
their membership. If you joined for the summer and have enjoyed
your time with us, you owe it to yourself and your family to
consider being a part of the Club all year. Visit our website or
call Kelli Anderson at 803-534-5988 to schedule a tour or request a
membership packet.
Sincerely
Hardeep Judge
USTA Director of Tennis
3 summer 2018 edition
Harris (red shirt) with friends
Golf is a big part of Harris
Holstein’s life. This young man
has been hitting balls at the Orangeburg
Country Club since he was two-years-old. He’s been
completing nine-hole rounds from the red tees, parring
the par-3 holes since he was four, and he made his first
bogey on a par-4 hole (#10) before his fifth birthday. Harris
is now twelve-years-old and has developed into quite the Harris and two of his many trophies
competitor.
ALONG THE EDISTO: Orangeburg country club magazine 4
Member Feature
Harris plays to win. His favorite aspect of golf is
“watching the ball drop in the hole.” While Harris
reports that his strengths vary from round to round, he
is usually satisfied with his performance. Like all players,
Harris hopes to have a round in which he “puts it all
together.” He’d also like to make a hole-in-one, a feat he’s Harris and Payne Stewart statue at Pinehurst No. 2
almost achieved twice.
Harris’ proudest golf moment came at the 2018 Summer golf helped prepare Harris for the U.S. Kids Golf
SC Independent School Athletic Association State 2018 World Championship. Qualifying for the prestigious
Championship held at Myrtle Beach. A sixth grader, international tournament was based on a points system.
Harris was one of the youngest on the Orangeburg Harris earned points by playing qualifiers at Cobblestone
Preparatory (OP) team, but he ranked in the top five. For and Indian River in Columbia, Houndslake in Aiken, and
the championship tournament, golfers had to play from the Country Club of Newberry. He won every one except
the men’s tees. This added degree of difficulty was new for a second place finish at Cobblestone.
for Harris, but he rose to the occasion. Harris explained, “I
think the longer yardage and because it was for the team To participate in the U.S. Kids Golf 2018 World
helped me keep my focus.” Harris’ low score helped OP Championship held in Pinehurst, NC from August 2-4,
place fourth out of a field of eleven – two spots higher Harris had to miss a family beach trip. The once-in-a-
than the previous year. lifetime experience proved worthy. Harris competed
in a field of 167. US golfers hailed from Florida to
Dedication and practice are two reasons for Harris’ California. Players also traveled from China, Taiwan,
success. During his school break, this rising seventh the Philippines, New Zealand, South Africa, Canada, and
grader played golf almost every day. Many of those Mexico. After a first round 75, Harris was tied for 20th!
rounds were at OCC and involved some combination Weather on day two caused long rain delays and the
of friends, Andrew Hunter, Jody Gillam, and Walt and round took eight hours to finish. Wet conditions forced
McCullough Mims. On most days, the boys cooled off a shortened nine-hole final round. Harris finished the
after play with a dip in the Blue Frog Lagoon and grabbed tournament in a mid-field 80th spot.
a snack at The Lily Pad.
OCC is proud of Harris, and we wish him continued
success. When you make it to the PGA Tour, Harris,
remember to tell everyone that you got your start
at Orangeburg Country Club!
5 summer 2018 edition
2018 LGA The Orangeburg Country Club’s Ladies Golf
Championship
Association (LGA) recently held its annual
Net Championship. The contest, planned for
May 15, was delayed by rain. On May 22,
2018, eight competitors played in the 18-hole
By Colin Grant tournament. Vying for the win were Phyllis
PGA Assistant Golf Professional Herring, Salley Hewett, Genon Krivohlavek,
Jatana Norris, Linda Sammons, Beth Thomas,
Bruton Watt, and Judy Weathers.
Thunderstorms were in the forecast. To stay
ahead of the weather, the ladies teed off an
hour earlier than scheduled, and starting
early turned out to be a good call. Foursomes
finished up just before raindrops began to
fall. The round was over, but a tournament
winner was not yet decided as the scores
indicated that Judy Weathers and Jatana
Jatana aims Norris were tied for first place. A playoff
for the green. was necessary to determine a champion.
Judy and Jatana headed to hole #1 to battle
the elements and each other.
Judy won the title swiftly with a one shot
victory on the first hole. Jatana came in
second. Phyllis Herring earned third place,
and Genon Krivohlavek finished fourth.
After golf, the players celebrated the day’s
highlights with other members of the LGA
who were unable to play in the tournament.
A great time was had by all!
I’m new to OCC, and one of my roles is
to work with this delightful group of lady
golfers. It’s been a real pleasure to get to
know them as a group and individually. If
you are interested in having a great time, I
Jatana and Judy tee off. suggest you join the LGA on Tuesdays and
(Above) Judy earns the win. Thursdays at 9:00 a.m. for play this fall.
ALONG THE EDISTO: Orangeburg country club magazine 6
Golf in the know
By Alex Tolbert • Co
ntin
ue t
Greens Superintendent • Gr om
ow
ass n gras
drou eeds s at
ght at le 1 to
It’s hard to believe, but summer has come and gone. stre a 1.5 i
• Us ss, s st one i nch
es.
e p u pple n ch o
Fall is upon us once more, and seasonal changes we e o st-e m e n f r a i
m t rai n
call for a shift in your lawn maintenance. In order d
re a d s , b u t a e r g e n t nfal per wee
l wh
and vo i d
2-4- herbici en n k. To pr
to prepare your grass for cooler temperatures follo eces e
• To
mak
w la D
b e l p ro d u c t o c
d e sary vent
and fewer hours of daylight, use the lawn care pou e yo d i re o .
n u c t i o t s o n c e n t ro l
tips to the right. fert d of n r lush ns. ntip s
il i l e d e. u m m e r
n u m i z e r s h t ro g e n a w n l a A lwa
b er ig p st
on t her in er 1,00 , fertili ys
If you have specific concerns about your • To he l pota 0 sq ze i
ab e t
p
eme revent l ’ s a s s i u m . u a re f e . U s e u
lawn, please feel free to contact me at r n a lysi ( P otas t, an p to ½
e
with gent he winter s.) sium d se
803-534-6069. r
activ prodia bicide weeds, is th lect
e in min in la c o e la
gred e, t n si st
ient pendim e summ der ap
. etha er ply
lin, . Look ing a
or d fo p
ithio r prod re-
pyr ucts
as t
he
7 summer 2018 edition
The 2018
Member-Member | Member-Guest
tournament
Congratulations to the
2018
Member-Member |
Member-Guest Winners
Chris Wilson
&
Holland Crosswell
Orangeburg Country Club (OCC) golfers, along with presented by the Men’s Golf Association. “It has been my
guests, families, and friends, enjoyed a superb two-day experience that when you postpone an event due to a weather
competition in May. The 2018 MGA Member-Member | prediction, the weather seems to be even worse on the
Member-Guest Golf Tournament went off without a rescheduled dates,” said PGA Director of Golf David Lackey.
hitch thanks to the OCC staff’s hours of preparation and
dedicated service throughout the weekend. David’s knowledge, gained over decades, proved sound, and
the weather was practically a non-issue. “We received over
Despite thunderstorms in the forecast, the PGA four inches of rain on Friday, dictating that we must restrict
professionals in the Golf Shop made the call on Thursday, carts to paths on Saturday morning,” explained David. “After
ALONG 17,
May THE 2018,
EDISTO:toOrangeburg
proceed as planned
country clubfor the annual tourney
magazine lunch, the course had drained enough, aided by bright sunlight 8
Jim Bryant watches his shot. Russ Fender takes a swing. George Harper chips on.
Participants warm up. Bob Varn and Coleman Farr celebrate.
Closest to the Pin
Day 1
Hole #3 Charles Drenning
Hole #6 Shawn Cummings
Hole #12 Parker Dempsey
Hole #17 Chad Westendorf
Day 2
Hole #3 Dion Franga
Hole #6 Charles Drenning
Hole #12 Robert Blanchard
A competitor lays up. Rob Hibbits stares his ball down the fairway. Hole #17 Russ Fender
A player putts out. Bryson Jennings and Travis Tourville read a putt.
9 summer 2018 edition
and warm temperatures, that golfers Winners Circle
could use the 90° rule on most
holes.” Forty-two teams competed in 1st Flight 4th Flight
mostly dry conditions over five nine- 1st Chris Wilson / Holland Crosswell 1st Charles Drenning / Jared Hayes
hole rounds. The rain held off until 2nd Coleman Farr / Bob Varn 2nd Earl Hartzog / Marion Clayton
just before the shootout on Sunday 3rd Jeremy Sanders / Tom Rugg 3rd Bob Jennings / David Stewart
afternoon. As players completed
the final nine holes and headed to 2nd Flight 5th Flight
the Ballroom for their buffet lunch, 1st Mark Peper / Brad Peper 1st Gary Berenyi / Paul Apted
the skies opened up and drenched 2nd Denny Dukes / Bob West 2nd Rusty Matthews / Sidney Thomas
the course. The gully-washer didn’t 3rd Josh Ridley / Kris Mitchell 3rd Rob Hibbits / Dicky Johnson
last for long, and the shootout went
off as planned after the course had
drained. Teams placing first in each 3rd Flight 6th Flight
flight competed with Chris Wilson 1st Richard Kearse / Steven Carter 1st Thomas Gue / Chip Summers
and Holland Crosswell taking the 2nd Charlie Williams / 2nd Jason Gray / Brian Duncan
overall win. Brian Covington 3rd Michael Delaney / Andy Delaney
3 Robert Blanchard / Miles Cooper
rd
Besides golf, participants and 7th Flight
significant others dined and 1st George Harper / Gary Heidebrecht
danced on Friday night. Families 2nd James Beemer / Rick Zeckmeister
met players for lunch on Saturday 3rd Bryan Hause / Steve Sanders
at the Pool Pavilion. While the
fellows played, women and
children made merry at the Blue
Frog Lagoon. On Sunday, a crowd
gathered in the Bar awaiting word
on how their favorite teams fared.
The Member-Member|Member-
Guest is one of many ways to
take advantage of an Orangeburg
Country Club membership. We
hope to see you at the tournament
next year.
Kyle and Nikki Williams’ daughter, Mills, splashes in a rain puddle.
ALONG THE EDISTO: Orangeburg country club magazine 10in the kitchen
By Steve Kriekard
Assistant Food & Beverage Manager
When you hear “wedge” in a conversation at the Club, compared with more glamorous salads made with arugula,
thoughts naturally turn to the high-lofted iron that many radicchio, and mesclun. The final straw came when home
golfers believe is the key to their short game. However, there economists, uncharacteristically maligning a vegetable, said
is a growing buzz at country clubs nationwide concerning iceberg lettuce was nutritionally deficient. To be fair, it is
another type of “wedge.” I'm speaking, of course, about 96% water, but that’s one reason it’s so refreshing.
the wedge salad – crisp iceberg lettuce cut into quarters,
traditionally topped with blue cheese or Thousand Island Because of the criticism, consumption of iceberg lettuce over
dressing, and embellished with an array of tasty ingredients. the last few decades has fallen off significantly. During that
Yes, that classic accompaniment your mother made for same time, the popularity of romaine and other leaf lettuces
company is enjoying a resurgence and becoming a staple on has increased exponentially. But don’t count this underdog
menus across the country. out, yet. After all nothing beats the cool crunchiness of a
crisp wedge of iceberg, complimented by the sweetness of a
In the 1960s, the wedge was the go-to choice for elaborate summer tomato, smoky salty bacon, and creamy blue cheese
dinner parties and at upscale restaurants, but then things dressing. If you're my age, one bite of a wedge is all it takes
got complicated. The wedge couldn’t claim the pedigree of a to take you back to a simpler time.
Waldorf or Caesar, and its preparation description changed
from “simple” to “lazy.” Additionally, because lettuce was The Blackwater Grille is proud to include our own version
harvested by migrant workers, folks began to see iceberg as of the Wedge Salad on our menu. The next time you get a
the lettuce of oppression. The wedge continued to fall out craving for this simple but satisfying salad, come out to the
of favor when it was deemed “not epicurean enough” when Club or use Chef Garrett Bailey’s recipe to make it at home.
11 summer 2018 editionChef Garrett Bailey’s Wedge Salad
Simplicity is part of the wedge salad’s appeal. Use this
basic recipe or embellish your creation with dried
cranberries, diced avocado, toasted almonds, or sieved
hard-boiled eggs.
4 ounces slab bacon, cooked 1/4 red onion, sliced thinly
4 quarters marinated, oven-roasted tomato 1 ounce balsamic reduction
1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese 4 ounces blue cheese dressing
1 head iceberg lettuce cut into quarters
Did You Know...
• Lettuce appears in ancient tomb drawings from • Their early dish, herbs salata or salted greens, gives us
over 5,000 years ago our word "salad"
• The Greeks and Romans made salad a standard • Iceberg’s real name is Crisphead, but it’s called iceberg
part of their diet because it can tolerate being covered in ice during shipping
ALONG THE EDISTO: Orangeburg country club magazine 12the happenings
2018 Junior
Sports Camps
Children, grandchildren, and guests had a great time at the Orangeburg
Country Club (OCC) this summer. A popular highlight for the 7-14
year old set was Junior Sports Camps. Demand was so high this
year that a mini-camp was added to the previously planned June
and July sessions.
Each camp followed a similar schedule:
• Tennis instruction led by USTA Director of Tennis
Hardeep Judge
• A cooling dip at the Blue Frog Lagoon
• Golf tips and practice held by PGA Head Golf Professional JP
Waldron and PGA Assistant Golf Professional Colin Grant
Regular campers prepared lunches with Food and Beverage
Manager Steve Kriekard and then ate what they cooked.
Mini-campers didn’t cook but had plenty of
snacks. To illustrate the fun, we
think that the pictures speak
for themselves!
13 summer 2018 editionLove
All Around
Mother’s Day
Brunch
and
Father’s Day
Fish Fry
ALONG THE EDISTO: Orangeburg country club magazine 1415 summer 2018 edition
Golf in the know
e o ffi c ia l s ta rt to summer
Th orial Day
was the Mem pool party.
barbecue and r shut down the
Soggy weathe d lowered
golf course an dance at the
expected attenoon.
OC
C
Blue Frog Lag 5:0
start did not
Cin 5
co
v e r, th e s low De
Howe e busy season
3.9 Ma
yo
fore sh a d o w th pos 59
is pictorial
Ch ts
th
e
a d . E n jo y Joi ck ou 8.9
ah e of 2018 as
nu t
s N this
foll 36
m er ora ow
e su m nge EXT past ers
recap o f th
Fo
w quickly the
bur ye fie llo 443
gcc ar on sta! w
o
foll
m a r v e l a t h .co M ow
you
m/e ay 5t ing
nd went!
ven h!
season came a
ts
ALONG THE EDISTO: Orangeburg country club magazine 1 16
1the happenings
66:2
:222
S
Seeaarc
rchh
Di
Dire
rect
ct
Yo
Your
ur st
stor
oryy 4t
4thh of
of Ju
July
ly Ci
Cinc
ncoo De
De M
May
ayoo Tr
Trivi
iviaa Ni
Nigh
gh
tt
A
A bbig
ig m
maahhaalolo (t(thhaannkk
ccaam
mee oouutt aan yyoouu)) to
to eevveery
ndd ddaannccee ryoonnee w
whhoo
dd th
thee nnig
ighhtt aaw
waayy!!
Li
Live
ve
P
Pho
hoto
to
I’m
I’m he
here
re
H
Huula
la LLeessssoo
nnss
Ju
June
ne 22
22 at
at 7:
7:33
33
7:04
S
Sw weeaatitinngg aa
ue nndd ssw
arbeq
OCC -- aatt th waayyin
ingg fo
forr oouurr ssuu
thee O
uly B Ora
rannggeebbuurg mmm
th of J rg C Coouunntrtryy C meerr fu
funn!!
4 452 Clulubb
8.97e4rs
g
followin
3.964 follow
posts
Follow
cool! nt!
ol was rname
t, a n d the po a n d g olf tou
o t
l was h cookou
The gril r NEXT year’s
fo ents
Sign up om/ev
n g e b urgcc.c
ora
3.675 3.6
2.4
7575 2co
.4m
75mco
enmtsmen1ts
.928 1sh
.9a2ri8nsh
gsarings
LikeLike
C
Coom
mmmeenntt
S
Shhaare
re
44
17 summer 2018 editionat
rs
e
B a ng
Orangeburg Country Club (OCC) For Bangers, an Alabama-based gun
and our affiliated property, Buck wholesaler, the perfect fit for their
Ridge Plantation (BRP), share many annual conference was Buck Ridge.
qualities. Superior service, fabulous The group required lodging for
food, and beautiful backdrops are over 40. Thirty Bangers’ employees,
among the characteristics the two as well as 12 manufacturing
facilities have in common. Selecting representatives stayed in the Edisto
one location over the other can be a Manor, the Plantation House,
tough decision. Making a choice often Bunk House, Cabins, and the Front
comes down to your personal style or Houses.
the type of event you are hosting.
The goal of the four-day get-together
held in mid-April was to familiarize
ALONG THE EDISTO: Orangeburg country club magazine 18ge
Rid
Bu c k
the Bangers’ sales staff with new While this was Bangers first time at
products from gun manufacturers Buck Ridge, the conference was such
Remington Arms®, Smith & Wesson®, a huge success that they have already
Savage Arms®, and Ruger®. Others booked BRP for next year’s event!
were also on hand to share their
new products. BRP’s meeting spaces For your next corporate outing
and shooting facilities allowed the or family celebration, compare
gun companies to demonstrate their Orangeburg Country Club and Buck
offerings. The setting also gave the Ridge Plantation. We’ll happily tailor
sales representatives from Bangers an experience for your group. Check
hands-on knowledge of the products us out on the web or contact Brandy
they represent. Torrence at OCC (803-534-5988) or
Melissa Clarke at BRP (803-531-8408).
19 summer 2018 editionGo Home Again
YOU CAN
ALONG THE EDISTO: Orangeburg country club magazine 20Say "I Do"
It’s been said that you can’t go home again, but
when your roots run deep, that adage simply
does not apply. Orangeburg natives, Laura
Andrews and Samuel “Watty” Watford, grew
up here and have numerous family members
in the area. When the couple decided to tie
the knot, their hometown was the obvious
choice for the celebration.
Laura and Watty first made each other’s
acquaintance decades ago. The two met in an
Orangeburg Preparatory kindergarten class
when teachers, Ms. Smith and Ms. Patterson,
assigned them both to the back row of the
reading mat for story time.
While growing up, they knew
many of the same people and
attended the same functions,
“Watty’s heart is as pure as
but their social circles didn’t
mingle much. “Watty and I had can be. He gives and expects
different interests and didn’t
spend much time together until nothing back.”
our senior year. The first time he
really caught my eye was when
- Laura
I was looking for someone
tall enough to ask to a dance,” explained
Laura. “I was cheering and he was playing
basketball, and I thought ‘Watty’s cute and
tall. I’m going to ask him to Cotillion.’ ”
In September 2011, Laura sent Watty a
text message asking him to escort her to
the upcoming Junior Cotillion dance. “I
looked at my phone and figured she must
have texted me by mistake,” said Watty. “I’d
always thought Laura was pretty and fun to
be around, but I wasn’t sure if her invitation
was sincere.” It was and Watty accepted.
After Cotillion, the two began their
courtship with an official first date to
Rosalia’s Mexican restaurant. The couple
spent more time together and grew closer
through shared senior year experiences,
but high school graduation was looming.
Despite the fact that Laura was heading to
the University of South Carolina and Watty
21 summer 2018 editionwas off to archrival Clemson University, the two decided
to try to continue their relationship in spite of the physical
space between them.
Laura and Watty beat the long-distance relationship odds
and reunited in Orangeburg during the summer after
their freshman years. Throughout the break they spent
as much time together as they could. “I think we both
realized we were right for each other after the first year
of college,” said Watty. “Going back for sophomore year
and leaving Laura was really hard.”
“Our relationship blossomed in college. Being apart made
me appreciate Watty’s kind heart and his selflessness.
That trait made me fall madly in love with him,” explained
Laura. “Watty’s heart is as pure as can be. He gives and
expects nothing back.” “It wasn’t always easy. There
were times we couldn’t be
During the next three years, together on birthdays and
one or the other of the two
made a trek every weekend. “I think we both realized we some other times, and that
was difficult. But as we
“We spent countless hours progressed through college,
going up and down I-26
and I-385. I can’t believe
were right for each other after I realized how dedicated
Laura was to me and to us.
how much time I spent in a
car while I was in college,” the first year of college.” She loved me and would do
anything she could to make
chuckled Laura. One of the our relationship work,”
best benefits of summers
spent in Orangeburg was
- Watty commented Watty.
a much shorter drive to see When Laura graduated
each other. with a B.S. in Hotel,
Restaurant, and Tourism Management and moved to
Atlanta for her first real job in May 2016, the weekend
commute stayed the same. The lifestyle change,
however, was huge. Laura had entered the next phase
of adulthood, but Watty was still in college finishing
the final semester of his engineering degree. Laura
remembered, “That was a hard time for us.” Things
improved when Watty earned his B.S. in Engineering
and accepted a job in Fort Mill, SC. Both he and Laura
decided to relocate to nearby Charlotte.
With school and separation behind them, Watty’s
thoughts naturally turned to the future. He knew he
wanted to marry Laura, and he set out to create an
enchanted proposal. Equipped with an elaborate plan
and in control of everything but the weather, Watty
ALONG THE EDISTO: Orangeburg country club magazine 22drove Laura to Asheville, NC. After a day of visiting pretty! Watty asked a random lady to take our picture.
breweries and sampling local craft beers, Watty I later found out this was all part of his plan!” As Laura
suggested they check out a picturesque Asheville turned to face the camera, Watty chivalrously dropped to
landmark, the Grove Park Inn. one knee and popped the question.
“It had rained the whole afternoon, and Laura just wanted A surprised Laura accepted immediately and in that
to stay in and order something to eat,” said Watty. instant became a bride-to-be. Onlookers erupted in a
burst of applause as Laura and Watty celebrated with
“In the end he convinced me to go,” grinned Laura. hugs and kisses. “Watty had had dinner reservations all
“When we arrived at the Grove Park Inn, we grabbed along! The Grove Park staff was amazing. They made us
some drinks and listened to the live music while we feel so special. Before we ate, we told our parents and a
took in the view. Watty suggested we try to get a table few of our closest friends our big news. Then we enjoyed
for dinner and went to speak to the hostess.” our first meal as an engaged couple,” described Laura.
What Laura didn’t know was that the stormy weather
was ruining Watty’s plan. “I wasn’t getting a table; I
was talking to the manager and hostess about finding
somewhere other than the patio to propose!”
As Watty conducted his fake errand, Laura strolled
toward the patio. Below her were a bride and groom
taking wedding pictures. As the photographer snapped
the last few shots of the newlyweds, the rain miraculously
stopped. With Plan A back on track, Watty joined Laura
on the patio and reported that he had secured a table that
would be ready in about an hour. Laura said, “An hour
seemed like nothing. We had each other, a beautiful view,
and music.”
As the clouds dissipated, Mother Nature fashioned a
breathtaking sunset behind the mountains. “It was so
23 summer 2018 editionOn June 23, 2018, after six and a half years of dating and a one-year engagement, Laura and Watty became Mr. and Mrs. Watford. The ceremony took place at First Baptist Church, and the reception followed at Orangeburg Country Club (OCC). The evening went off perfectly, but as every mother-of-the-bride can tell you, hosting a flawless wedding requires an experienced and accommodating team. “We knew from the start that we wanted to have the reception at the Country Club in addition to taking advantage of the lodging at Buck Ridge Plantation for the weekend,” explained Jean Andrews, mother-of-the-bride. Jean drew on the expertise of two of Orangeburg’s most knowledgeable event architects – Events Planner Melissa Clarke of Buck Ridge Plantation (BRP) and Private Event Coordinator Brandy Torrence of OCC. Jean reported, “Working with Brandy at OCC and Melissa at Buck Ridge was such a great experience. Both of them were extremely professional and resourceful during the planning process.” Jean continued, “Our wedding planner, Meagan Warren, worked with Laura on a vision for the reception, and Brandy and her staff made sure they executed every detail.” During the wedding weekend, guests took full advantage of OCC and BRP’s affiliated status. Some of the visitors lodged at BRP. Those who wanted to add some activities before the ceremony played golf at OCC’s award-winning course or enjoyed a swim at the Blue Frog Lagoon and lunch at The Lily Pad restaurant. “It was nice for our guests to have the opportunity to use the Club’s amenities,” said Jean. “Laura and Watty’s wedding could not have gone any better. It was truly a dream come true!” Planning and execution were correspondingly stress- free from our bride’s perspective. “The wedding planning experience was so easy. My mom was so supportive, and Meagan Warren, my wedding planner, understood my taste and enhanced it perfectly,” said Laura. “Watty and I had been to the Country Club hundreds of times. It was a familiar and beloved place, but we wanted Meagan to transform the space for this special occasion,” explained Laura. “I could not be happier with how things turned out!” ALONG THE EDISTO: Orangeburg country club magazine 24
The couple’s favorite planning task was the cake tasting at Bonnie Brunt Cakes. The most
difficult decision was choosing a photographer. “We felt strongly about having someone
we were comfortable with who could also capture us as our true selves. We found that in
Cameron Faye Photography,” stated Laura. The couple’s favorite part of the day happened
thanks to their wedding planner’s sage advice. Laura recalled, “Meagan suggested we share
a meal together before going into the reception. Those few minutes gave us time to soak up
the moment of just becoming husband and wife.”
In keeping with an exceptional evening, Laura and Watty prepared an outstanding surprise.
“We wanted to wow everyone with our first dance, so we had it choreographed by First
Dance Charlotte,” explained Laura. “Watty and I took about five lessons with the owner to
practice our moves. Dance classes were the perfect date night leading up to the wedding.” By
all reports, the newlyweds crushed it.
According to everyone involved, the OCC staff went over and above as well. “The folks at
the Club always do a great job, but for our reception, they took it to a whole new level!”
expressed Laura. “Brandy did a wonderful job. No matter how many times I changed my
mind in the weeks before the wedding, she happily made every change.”
If you have future wedding plans, be sure to heed Laura’s advice. “Stop and look up at your
reception. Soak up the fact that all these people are there because they love you and want to
celebrate your love!”
Our advice would be to consider Orangeburg Country Club and Buck Ridge Plantation as the
setting for your rehearsal dinner, indoor or outdoor ceremony, and your wedding reception.
OCC makes our exquisite facilities available to non-members and members. Please give us
a call at 803-534-5988 to set up a tour and discuss the details. We’re delighted to have been a
part of the Watford’s big day, and we’d love to be a part of yours.
Photos courtesy of Cameron Faye Photography
25 summer 2018 editionFall Open House
At Orangeburg Country Club!
Bring a friend and grab a drink!*
October 4th
4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
There is always something
to do in Orangeburg.
Get acquainted or reacquainted
with all that the Club has to offer.
• Enjoy a complimentary glass of wine and appetizers
• Take a private tour of the Clubhouse and grounds
• Meet our knowledgeable, experienced staff
• Socialize with current and future members
Make your reservations by calling
Kelli Anderson at 803-534-5988.
*Bring a non-member guest
ALONG THE EDISTO: First glass ofcountry
Orangeburg wine free of magazine
club charge 2745 Griffith Drive Orangeburg, SC 29118 26OCC STAFF
Bernard "Bo" Hurley - Director of Clubhouse Operations
David Lackey - PGA Director of Golf
JP Waldron - PGA Head Golf Professional
Colin Grant - PGA Assistant Professional
Hardeep Judge - USTA Director of Tennis
Steven Kriekard - Assistant Food & Beverage Manager
Garrett Bailey - BWG Head Chef
Derrick Harris - OCC Banquet Chef
Erynn Molettieri - Hospitality Marketing Manager
Brandy Torrence - Private Event Coordinator
Pat Weyandt - Hospitality Business Manager
Alex Tolbert - Greens Superintendent
LaToya Johnson - Accounting
Kelli Anderson - Member Services
OCC PHONE NUMBERS
Office........................................................................ 534-5988
On our cover: Hollison Smith returns a serve during Jr. Sports Camp.
Dining Reservations............................................... 534-5988
Golf Shop (Tee Times).............................................. 534-6069
Tennis Professional Shop....................................... 534-1576 Treat Yourself!
Fax............................................................................ 535-8943
To-Go Orders........................................................... 534-5988 Members of the Orangeburg Country Club (OCC) had
Lily Pad.................................................................... 531-9680 a great time this summer. The Blue Frog Lagoon pool
resort offered 100 of days refreshing relief and engaging
entertainment. Year-round and seasonal members took
advantage of family-friendly activities including hula
HOURS OF Operation lessons, outdoor movie screenings, and our annual
Blackwater Grille Dining hours parent-child golf tournament. This year’s Junior Sports
Lunch camps were so popular that we offered an additional
Monday - Friday.......................................11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
mini-camp. Tennis, swimming, and golf provided an
Dinner
Tuesday - Saturday.....................................5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. alluring alternative to screen time for members’ children
and grandchildren, as well as grownups of all ages.
Bar
Tuesday - Thursday...................................11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. This season’s list of good times and great events was
Friday - Saturday....................................11:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. extensive. To see the full array of what OCC membership
Sunday......................................................11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. affords you and your family, take another look at this
Golf Course issue of Along the Edisto. If you like what you see, consider
Tuesday - Friday.........................................8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. treating yourself to a club membership. We have a range
Saturday - Sunday......................................7:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. of membership levels, so you can tailor your experience
and your investment. To request a membership packet or
Golf Shop be added to our Along the Edisto mailing list, call Kelli
Tuesday - Friday.........................................8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Anderson in Member Services at 803-534-5988.
Saturday - Sunday......................................7:30 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
It’s time to treat yourself!
27 summer 2018 editionPresorted First Class Mail
U S Postage
PAID
Columbia SC
Permit 487
Post Office Box 1105
Orangeburg, SC 29116
ALONG THE EDISTO: Orangeburg country club magazine 28You can also read
