Do You Know the Rules?
What does the Rules of Golf say to handle the situation pictured? Both balls are plugged in a bunker. Rule 15.3b Ball Anywhere on Course Interfering with Play 1. Meaning of Interference by Another Player’s Ball. Interference under this Rule exists when another player’s ball at rest: • Might interfere with the player’s area of intended […]
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How Our “Emotional Style” Impacts Our Golf, Pickleball, and Tennis Performance
In his book, “The Emotional Life of Your Brain,” Dr. Richard Davidson identifies six emotional styles that activate different parts of the brain in very distinctive patterns. His cutting-edge research focuses on the neuroscience behind emotions. The six styles are: Resilience, Outlook, Social Intuition, Self-Awareness, Sensitivity to Context, and Attention. The purpose of this article […]
What Was “Torpedo Juice” in World War II?
World War II-era military speak was full of colorful slang terms. For instance, a can of milk was known as an “armored cow.” Prunes, often sent to prisoners as part of Red Cross parcels, were called “Army strawberries.” A cup of coffee? That was “battery acid.” And then there was “torpedo juice,” a term that […]
Staying Connected
Memorial Day commemorates the men and women who have sacrificed their lives to give us the freedoms we enjoy. Thank you to ALL Veterans who have been lost, as well as those who continue to serve. “A hero is someone who has given his or her life to something bigger than oneself.” – Joseph Campbell […]
Annual Meeting Scramble and Tent Party
We had 612 players compete in the Friday and Saturday shot-gun rounds of HP’s Annual Meeting Scramble held March 27 and 28. Perfect weather prevailed both days, sporting sunny skies and low humidity. Over 800 owners partied under the high-top tents Saturday evening. Double Dare and Company provided great dance music, and there were fireworks […]
Veterans Memorial Flagpole Dedication
A NIGHT-TIME VIEW OF THE MEMORIAL FLAGPOLE. About 150 HP residents and guests gathered at the Oasis/Tiki on a beautiful March morning to witness the initial flag raising and dedication for the Veterans Memorial Flagpole. The Heritage Palms Veterans Association (HPVA) worked with the Club to sponsor, fund, and erect this fitting memorial to past, […]
Newly Elected 2026 HP Master Board
SEATED (L-R): GARY, RODGERS, SECRETARY; RICH FIREBAUGH; ROB SHOVLIN, PRESIDENT; AND GEORGE SMOTHERS, VICE PRESIDENT. STANDING (L-R): MORLEY FRASER; KIM MILLER, TREASURER; RENDE LANGLOIS; STEVE SERGESKETTER; AND GORDON HODGSON.
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Tennis Club Championships
MIXED 6.0 CHAMPIONS: RENEE AND STEVE OLSON The 25th Tennis Club Championships were held over three exciting weekends, showcasing great competition and strong member participation across all divisions. The Doubles Championships (Men’s and Women’s Divisions) took place on March 6 – 8, followed by the Mixed Doubles Championships March 21-23. The Men’s Singles Championship concluded […]