Club News and Activities

As the Pickleball Expansion Project moves closer to approval by the city of Fort Myers, the HPPA and HPTA will be working together with the guidance of Chad Dyer, our new Tennis/Pickleball Director, to assure a smooth transition. Together we’ll foster a community that celebrates both games, sharing our passion for athleticism and friendly competition, […]

Our LNHGA got off to a good start with our November 12 scramble luncheon. Our theme “Thankful Grateful Blessed” had members wearing fall colors and enjoying an early Thanksgiving turkey wrap lunch. Players had a chance to play the red/black tees. New board members were announced: Jane Balfour, Secretary; Karen Shandelson, VP; Paula Hyer, Mentoring; […]

If you’re looking to enjoy nine holes of golf with the camaraderie of friends, then this league is just for you. Play is from the gold tees and keeping score is optional. It’s serious play, but focused on having fun. Tee times are each Monday and Wednesday around 1 p.m. Foursomes are paired through an […]

We welcome you to the tenth Heritage Palms University Club season. The following is a synopsis of the programs we’re offering in December and January. All are welcome. Please register online for these events. DECEMBER Thursday, 12/12: “Christmas Craft” presented by resident Marlene Kluch, and back by popular demand. Marlene will teach us to make […]

SHAWNA FAY October 12, 2024, #5 Royal, 125 yards, 6 hybrid This is Shawna’s 1st hole-in- one! October 29, 2024, #3 Sabal, 157 yards, 6 iron This is Steve’s 2nd hole-in-one, but his 1st at HP!

You’re playing hole #7 on the Royal golf course. You hit your third shot toward the water on the left side of the fairway. You’re virtually certain that your third shot is lost in the red penalty area. Using reasonable judgement to determine the estimated point where the original ball (ball A) last crossed the […]

In April, as I completed my year as our league’s VP, I gazed with wonder at the room filled with camaraderie and laughter. I’m humbled to be associated with an organization whose members willingly say “Yes!” to opportunities and volunteer positions that strengthen our mission “to preserve and protect the principles and values of the […]

Hello from the Golf Shop. I hope everyone is enjoying this wonderful holiday time of year. Prime season is right around the corner, and full courses will again be the norm. We’re happy to have both courses in great shape due to the hard work of Greg Kriesch and his staff. We ask all members […]

The United States military is made up of many different branches. Each branch has its own “Special Forces.” The U.S. Army Special Forces are Green Berets. Founded in 1952, they’re among the elite of all military groups, and conduct missions abroad to combat guerrilla insurgencies. In April 1962, President John F. Kennedy penned an official […]

November is a month for remembering our Veterans and troops. Thank you for serving with honor and dedication. “A hero is someone who has given his or her life to something bigger than oneself.” – Joseph Campbell Speaking of Veterans, you’ll see several articles honoring them. Lou Bottitta wrote about his dad’s service on the […]