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Page 5Sonterra Clubs Within a ClubThe Network Group of Sonterra is open to all Sonterra members.We want you to join us, get to know more membersand to start doing business with your fellow Sonterra members.Our purpose is to get to know other membersand to be comfortable referring clients andcustomers to someone you know.We have no dues or exclusive slots for businesses.We are casual but we mean business!If you have any questions or would like to sign up, callJanie Vermillion at 355-3877Our next lunch meeting will be Thursday, April 12, at 11:30am.Reservations RequiredLinda Banta, MDDermatologistStone Oak Dermatology210-494-0504Steve Chafin, CFPFinancial PlannerGATA Group210-321-1464Nelson FinchExec. V.P./ Senior Loan OfficerJefferson Bank210-736-7406Karla HesterSenior Loan ConsultantLegacy Mutual Mortgage210-365-4678Stan HesterGeneral ManagerProtect 1 Security210-525-0600 ext. 64642Millard HopkinsPresidentAlamo Staffing Services210-212-8090Karen FranzSenior Loan OfficerSWBC Mortgage210-771-4720Sally RomoRealtorBradfield Properties210-861-6838Ivan RamirezAttorney at LawRamirez & Parenti, PLLC210-448-7755Randy RobertsOwnerAccel Financial Services210-268-3466Michael UlmerRealtor/ ArchitectSchultz-Ulmer RE Group210-771-0877Janie VermillionKitchen/Bath DesignerJV Designsjaniev@att.netEmily KahanekSales RepresentativeKely’s Kids210-862-3276Thursday, May 10, 6:00-9:00pmJoin us for this great night out with everything a Girl could ask for.We will have all sorts of vendors to help you relax and let your hair down.There will also be a LuLu B SKINNY Cocktailswill also be available on specials.Reservations are Required to assure that there isenough supplies for the vendors.This event is open to all members and their guests.Call 210-496-1560 to Sign Up

Page 6Golf Corner2012 SonterraWomen’s Golf AsociationThe beautiful early spring weather, great condition of the courses and ourTournament Chair, Marian Dyer’s creativity have al made for lots of funand great turnouts this past month. New games such as “Leap Year Fun”provide new challenges and opportunities to win each week.Deb Gick and Norma Renfro are doing a great job as Hill Country StablefordCo-Captains. SWGA came in second at Cordillera Ranch last month.So, sign up early and come out to help SWGA bring back the trophy thisyear!Mark your calendars for the President’s Cup coming up April 17-18. This isa prize event and one of everyone’s favorite tournaments!Give Susan Powell a call at 490-5570 to learn more about joining SWGA.EVERY TUESDAY IN APRILBring a Golf Guest Out for $45.00++Price Includes the Guest Cart, Guest Fee& Lunch from our Quick Lunch Buffett for both the member and theGuestEVERY THURSDAY IN APRILBring a Golf Guest Out for $45.00++Price Includes the Guest Cart, Guest Fee& a Burger & Beer from the 19th Hole for both themember and the GuestBring your friends out to showcase your beautiful golf courses!Call the Golf Pro Shop to Make your Tee Time.Golf News- Jeff Hunter, Director of GolfHope springs eternal. The mantra for all golfers!As our weather turns from good to great,the grass grows like crazy, flowers bloom andwe all look forward to summer, what are youdoing for your golf game? Exercising, Stretching,Practicing, Nothing? The Masters willhave just ended as we publish. Will Tiger riseagain, will Rory get back to number 1, willPhil win for the old guys, or will someonenew emerge?Perhaps the best part of this game is that wenever know what each day will bring on thegolf course or which new member we maymeet and connect with at the club. With all the ways to get involved,come on out, bring a friend, and enjoy all that Sonterra has to offer.The Texas Mid-Am Southern Regional Championship was a great success.On behalf of the TGA, I would like to thank all members of Sonterrafor being such gracious hosts. The players were very impressedwith the club and our golf course once again proved to be a true test.The winner was David Pocknell with scores of 73-79-65 and won bysix!April brings the Taste of the Northside to Sontera. This year’s eventwill be bigger than ever. Over 7000 people are expected to descend onSonterra on April 25 th . The golf courses will be closed that day and therange will close at noon on the 24 th then re-open the 26 th . Make plansto attend! Special pricing for members when tickets are purchased thruthe club.The SWGA is in full swing with events each Wednesday. If you arenew to the club or have not found your group yet, come join us onWednesdays. The group is very welcoming and only a few times a yearis it all about competition.If 18 holes proves too much, we also have our nine holers, headed byKate Rising that play on Thursdays! COME ON LADIES, WHATARE YOU WAITING FOR!One of the favorite MGA events of the year was postponed due torain, yes rain! The member-member match play will be rescheduled forJuly 14-15. Keep your partner or get a new one. Sign up early this onewill fill!!GOLF CART STICKERS!ALL GOLF CARTS DRIVEN ON PROPERTY MUST HAVE ANEW STICKER. Beginning May 1, we will issue stickers for all carts.Members must register carts with the golf shop and show proof ofinsurance and residence. Even those cars used to travel back and forthto fitness or tennis must be stickered. A three tiered program will beset up that begins with a warning then a fine and then loss of cartprivileges. Different colored stickers will be issued for trail fees and forgolf trail fees. Children under 16 or without a valid driver’slicense may not at any time drive a golf cart private or clubowned. This is a large insurance liability for the club and weappreciate your understanding.

Page 7POWERBALLEVERY THURSDAY NIGHT AT 5:30pm.A mixed gender nine hole scramble, with a little bit ofgambling, this is one of our most popular mixersand always a hoot.WEDNESDAY MEN’S LEAGUELooking for something during the week gentlemen?Our Wednesday nine or 18 hole men’s game wil also start shortly.Play nine or 18, your choice, a different event each time along with a small“throw in”, and enjoy your Wednesday.As always, emails will be sent and are the best wayto stay up on what is happening!MARK YOUR CALENDERS-April 25 - Taste of the North SideApril 17-18 - SWGA President’s CupMay 18-20 - Men’s Senior Club ChampionshipJune 6-9 - SUNBURSTSeptember 21-23 - Lady’s, Men’s Club ChampionshipsOctober 2-4 - The Classic AffairMake Sure to Check OutTravis’ BlogYou can find thislink on ourHomepagewww.clubatsonterra.comAll Levels of Golfers Welcome!Every Tuesday in AprilCall the Golf Shop for more details** Bring as many guests as you would like,but each non-golf member guest is allowed 1 time per quarterRSVP via email to semtner19224@hotmail.comReservations Limited & RequiredMen’s Golf AssociationGolf CornerThe race to the Sonterra Cup is on. By print time, we will have completedthe first three MGA tournaments – Quota, Scramble and Member-MemberMatch Play. Be sure to check out results & standingsposted in the glas case in the Men’s card room. If you are unfamiliarwith what the Sonterra Cup or MGA is please talk to one of the BoardMembers listed below or anyone on the Pro Shop.Our next tournament will be April 14 & 15 when we will host the MGSquared. This is where two members will team with two of their guestsfor two days of golf. As always, the tournament will feature food, funand competition. It is also a great way to show off your club! Find yourguest & pair up with another member to form your team. If you needhelp in forming a team the Pro Shop can assist you.As we move into spring, now is a good time to look at how good thecourses are coming out of winter. It is also time for us to do our part inhelping Travis Moore & his great team in getting our courses into pristineconditions. Please remember to practice the PlusOne rule whileplaying – fill your divot & fix your ball mark PLUS one. If we all practicethis and remind our playing partners to do the same it won’t be too longbefore they are all filled in. This will help ensure that we all get great lies!Also be on the lookout for some events being planned by the club!Our 2012 MGA Board of Directors are:Greg DrottByron JordanLouis HochDavid MooreCraig FrenchGary CardwellDoc HopkinsNick HurterChad KerrTony ReyesPresidentVice PresidentTechnologyTournament ChairTreasurerBoard MemberBoard MemberBoard MemberBoard MemberPast PresidentRemaining 2012 Tournament ScheduleApril 14 & 15MGSquared (2 members 2 guests)May 12Individual Stroke playJuly 14Member/Member Best BallAugust 18ShambleSeptember 8 & 9The BruteOctober 13Last ChanceNovember 3 & 4The Sonterra Cup

Page 8Tennis News- Michelle Dodier, Director of TennisWe are always busy here at Sonterra but April is particularlybusy due to the final preparations of our biggest event of theyear – the Grand Slam/Member-Guest Tennis Tournament.Registration begins Monday, April 2 nd at 8 AM (Your tournamentcommittee has been working feverishly since Januarypreparing an event that is not only our premier event but isalso extremely popular within the San Antonio tennis community).With 72 members and their guests we promise two and ahalf days of great food, great tennis and one heck of a CasinoNight! Even if you are not playing, please come by to watchsome great tennis and view the beautiful decorations.There is so much planned in the next two months before ourfinal event of the spring – the Memorial Day Mixer – so pleaseopen up your e-mails, check the bulletin board and add theseevents to your calendar.April Upcoming EventsApril 2- Registration for the Member/Guest TournamentApril 15- Sonterra Ladies play River Place Racquet Club @Sonterra 10amApril 16- Registration begins for the Adult Summer LeaguesApril 23- LAST WEEK OF ADULT SPRING CLUB LEAGUESApril 25- Taste of Northside @ Club at SonterraMay Upcoming EventsMay 4-6- Grand Slam Member/Guest TournamentMay 7-11- Club Doubles ChampionshipMay 7- Beginning of court resurfacingMay 28- Memorial Day Mixer 9am -12noonVIDEO ANALYSIS with TIM GODWINCOST: $60.00THIS IS A GREAT WAY TO SEE HOW YOUR STROKES LOOK. TIM WILLVIDEO YOUR GROUNDSTROKES, VOLLEYS, OVERHEADS AND SERVESFOR 25 MINUTES AND THEN DISCUSS WITH YOU THE ADJUSTMENTSNEEDED TO IMPROVE YOUR FORM IN THE LAST 35 MINUTES. CALL THETENNIS PRO SHOP 210-491-9888 TO SET UP A 1 HOUR VIDEO SPOT WITHTIM.WENDY’S CORNERLadies, if you ever have an open Monday – not on a team or not playing one week – callWendy. She is putting together fun matches that start at noon. Hey guys – we are havinga blast on our Thursday morning Clay Court League – call Wendy to get on the list.BACK TO BACK FUN!Our Ping Pong Tournament and the Sneaker and Cleats events were a blast. We had 80members showing off their skill at table tennis and everyone (including the spectators andfans) were having fun. We followed that with our very popular Sneakers and Cleats eventand that was a hit.Thanks to all who participated and Brianna and my staff for making our 1 st Ping PongTournament a huge success. Special thanks to Rod Croom for helping me transport thetables and to the following members who loaned us their tables: Zach Luce, O.J. Garza,Yvette Thomas, Jose Lopez, David Gartley, Bret and Susan Gallaway, Debbie and DaleKane, Kelly and Landon Kane and Greg and Sandy Yarbrough.Landscaping ProjectThanks for the wonderful comments on the landscaping project around the tennis courtsthat Gary Tupa and his crew are doing. This project will take some time since the area is solarge, but we are seeing the results daily. Gary and his crew are out here under the lights at6am to work so as to disrupt as little as possible member play—we really appreciate theirefforts.Tennis CornerCHANGE IN COURT RESERVATIONTIME SLOTS-We have already had in place since March 2010 court reservationblocks of 6 to 8 PM or 8 to 10 PM. This has helped doubleour court usage in the evenings. We now feel it necessary todo the same in the mornings due to high usage. Due to leagues,lessons, team practices, play days, and member use we will implementthe new policy beginning April 1 st . The new policy willconsist of reservation blocks of 8 to 10 AM, 9 to 11 AM or 10to 12 noon. Both morning and evening changes will remain thesame throughout the year.COURT RESURFACING-We are scheduled to have some of our courts resurfacedimmediately following the Member/Guest Tournament. If allgoes as planned (weather permitting) we will have a transitionfrom all green to US Open blue with green. Stay tuned formore information.GRAND SLAM MEMBER/GUESTTENNIS TOURNAMENT–MAY 4-6Registration begins Monday April 2 nd at 8am -- get that guestlined up.CLUB DOUBLES CHAMPIONSHIP –MAY 7-11Here is your chance to occupy one of those Club Champions’parking spaces and have your name on the plaque. This is goingto be tightly scheduled due to our court resurfacing projectbut with your help and flexibility it can be done. Match scheduleswill be played during the day (for those who can) and eveningsas well. You are guaranteed two matches. Registrationbegins April 9 th . Line up your partner!AFTER SCHOOL JUNIOR PROGRAMWe have two months remaining in our after school program.Registration forms are available in the pro shop or you can callto register. Our program consist of children as young as 4 and 5and juniors who play junior high and varsity tennis and everythingin between.SUMMER JUNIOR CAMP IS ALMOSTHERECamp brochures are available in the pro shop. First session willbegin June 4th and will continue through August. Sessions areone week long so you can work around your busy summerschedule.LADIES BEGINNER CLINICMONDAY 9-10:30am Mike Thatcher and StaffCost $20.00This is one of the best ways to not only learn the game but alsomeet a lot of fellow members. This program has graduatedmany a tennis player to higher levels of play. Come join Mikeand your Sonterra pros for all the fun.**SPRING LEAGUES ENDS WEEKOF APRIL 23**REGISTRATION FOR SUMMERLEAGUES BEGINS APRIL 16 th

Page 9Tennis CornerWinner’s CircleMabry Adult Open, Senior and Super Senior Major Zone TournamentMen’s 70 Doubles – Winner Tucker SutherlandSAPTA-HEB ADULT MAJOR ZONE TOURNAMENT in San AntonioHugo Lazcano - Finalist Mixed Open DoublesLeah Palmore - Winner 2.5 Ladies SinglesJennifer Goldston - Finalist 2.5 Ladies SinglesGus Perez and Wayne Goldston – Winner 3.5 Men’s DoublesLeah Palmore/Jennifer Goldston - Winner 2.5 Ladies DoublesGabe Coulter/ Owena Totorica – Winner 3.0 Ladies DoublesLana Lane/Chantal Smith – Finalist 3.0 Ladies DoublesMonica Kuehlem – Finalist 4.0 Mixed DoublesCOURTYARD CLASSIC in AUSTIN TEXAS March 2-4Yvette Thomas – Winner 3.0 Ladies SinglesAngie Keaton/ Courtney O’Daniel – Winner 3.0 Ladies Doubles1 st ANNUAL PING PONG TOURNAMENT March 3 rd —SonterraBrandon Del Nano - Men's OpenJohn Naranjo - Men's 40 AdvancedJavier Loya - Men's 40 IntermediateAmado Saade - Men's 50 OpenYanko Yankov - Men's 60 OpenDon Marshall - Men's 70 OpenMelissa Shelly - Ladies 40/50 OpenSneakers and CleatsLadies Division Winners Men's 3.5 and Above WinnersKathy GatcombSean StrickerBarb Lauer Marion PalmoreMelissa Ludeman Zach LuceBrian HollandMen's 3.5 and Below WinnersShawn GilliamBret GallawayVick MeredithStuart RyserLongest Drive -Sean StrickerClosest to Pin--Anna Maria Denton

Page 10Sonterra Dining ActivitiesQuick Lunch BuffetTuesday - Friday11:30am-2:00pmRELAXING COUNTRY CLUBSTYLE BUFFETBring your friends, family, &co-workers out for this fabulousvariety of, Soups, Salads,Entrées, & Desserts.Prime Rib DinnerEvery Thursday6:00-9:00pmBring Your Family and Friends outfor This Popular Member Event!Steak & LobsterEvery Friday & Saturday6:00-9:00pmSteak & Lobster Menu Includes:Sunday BrunchEvery Sunday11:30am-2:00pmBring your family and your friends out toenjoy this mouth wateringSunday Brunch Buffet!Elaborate Sea Food & Salad StationImported Cheese & Fruit DisplayWaffle StationHand Rolled SushiOmelet StationFull array of breakfast & lunch entreesCarved Prime Rib of BeefElaborate Dessert DisplayDon’t miss oursushi display everyWednesday!!You can view the daily menu onfacebook after 10:00amThe Prime Rib Dinner Includes:Soup and Salad BarThe Vegetable of the EveningThe Potato of the EveningJuicy 8oz Center Cut Prime Rib$12.95++ per PersonThis Event Sells Out Quickly!Call 496-1560 to Sign Up Today!Choice of House Salad,Caesar Salad or Soup Du Jour6oz. Petite Filet Mignon5oz. Lobster Tail with Béarnaise SauceVegetable of the EveningPotato of the Evening$29.95++ per PersonCall 210-496-1560to Make Your ReservationsCall 210-496-1560 to makeYour Reservations$23.50++ per Adult$11.95++ Children (5-11)EVERY TUESDAY THRU FRIDAY IS HAPPY HOUR!Join us for half of drinks & complimentary hors d’oeuvres in themember lounge 5:00-7:00pm (Excluding Premium drinks)

Page 11Fitness CornerSTINGRAY NEWSDon’t forget Sunday April 22 is swim team registration. It will beheld in the Garden Room from 3:00 - 5:30pm. “Swim Freak” wil bethere with our new suits and anything else your swimmer might need.Jump start your Stingray swim season with technique tune-ups.They will be offered April 23-27, April 30–May 4, and May 7-11from 4-5pm or 5:15-6:15pm.Swim lessons available for all levels of swimmers – contactJohn Ryan at 210-241-1989 or jryan@trinity.edu.H2O Kick ClassGreat for individuals who are beginning a fitness program or have an injurywhich may exclude them from most exercise clases. You’l burn between 100-150 more calories than walking on land. And if you are looking to lose weight,the water is a supportive medium that will be kind to your body issues, makingyou feel light and thus definitely inspired to stay in.Begins In May! Watch for more Info via Email Blast and May Newsletter.Two 45 minute classes weekly on Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 7:30AM. Please contact Linda or Paul at 210-410-8853. Oremail: linda@lbshallcross.comApril Aerobics CalendarMondayOutdoor Bootcamp7:00amYoga + Weights7:30am-9:00amGloria 492-0828Yoga + Weights9:30am-11:00amGloria 492-0828Pilates 2:00pm823-3465StefaniePilates 6:00pm823-3465StefanieTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFridayMoms Stroller Bootcamp6-7pmOutdoor Bootcamp7:00amMoms Stroller Bootcamp6-7pmOutdoor Bootcamp7:00amPilates 6:00pm823-3465StefanieIf these Times Don’t WorkOut for You…Call the Fitness Departmentto Set Up a Time withOne of Our Personal Trainers!210-496-9346~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

901 Sonterra BlvdSan Antonio, TX 78258Board of GovernorsSusan Colburn, Chair,Julius Germano, Bruce Tilley,Tana Bielke, Chuck Bratton, Elton Churchill,Rosalie Hallenberger, Milt King, Gregg Drott,Tim Cliver, Ron Botello, Rachel Wadsworth,Karen Murphy, Janie Vermillion, Byron JordanStaff at Your ServiceSergio Salazar…………….….General ManagerGuy Faneli………….….Director of OperationsDeborah Routon….…….Membership DirectorBrianna Gregory...Director of Member RelationsJef Hunter…………………….Director of GolfMichele Dodier……….…….Director of TennisTravis Moore…… .Golf Course SuperintendentMicki Moore…………….….Catering DirectorRafael Yoc……………….……….Executive ChefTim Roberts…….Director of Fitnes & AquaticsP.J. Bergeron…………….….….Club ControlerKevin Steger………….Director of MaintenanceEddie Marota……….Golf Tournament DirectorClub NumberMain Line…………………… .210.496.1560Accounting……………………….210.496.1550Catering……………………….….210.483.4296Course Maintenance………….….210.496.9593Fitnes Center…………………….210.496.9346Golf Pro Shop…………………….210.491.9900Kids Club………………………….210.483.4245Membership…………………….….210.483.4292Tennis Pro Shop………………….210.491.9888TheFals Car Wash……………….210.616.1076Hours of OperationMain Dining Room ~ Quick LunchTuesday ~ Friday 11:30am-2:00pmDinner ~ Horizon RoomMonday & Tuesday ClosedWednesday ~ Saturday 6:00-9:00pmClubhouse HoursMondayClosedTuesday11:30am-8:00pmWednesday ~ Saturday 11:30am-9:00pmSunday11:30am-3:00pm19th HoleTuesday ~ Friday 7:00am-8:00pmSaturday & Sunday 6:30am-8:00pmSports GrillMonday ~ Thursday 8:30am-1:00pmMonday ~ Thursday 4:00-10:00pmFriday ~ Saturday 8:00am-6:00pmSunday9:00am-6:00pmFitness CenterMonday ~ Friday 5:00am-10:00pmSaturday ~ Sunday 5:00am-6:00pmGolf Pro ShopMondayClosedTuesday ~ Friday 7:30am-6:30pmSaturday ~ Sunday 7:00am-6:30pmTennis Pro ShopMonday ~ Thursday 8:30am-10:00pmFriday ~ Saturday 8:00am-4:00pmSunday9:00am-4:00pmAccountingMonday ~ Friday9:00am-5:00pm