Kathy DeMerritt A big thank you to the Verde Sputters! They did a great job of making the Turkey Shoot a great success on Nov. 18. Their article in this issue of the SaddleBrooke Progress will provide details of our day. We had fun and a delicious lunch! Next up was our holiday play day…
Tag: Verde Sputters
December 2025, Sports
Verde Sputters’ Annual Meeting Set for January 5
Connie Kotke, Co-President Membership in the SaddleBrooke Verde Sputters continues to grow! Women putters of all skill levels who enjoy fresh air, camaraderie, lots of cheering, and the chance to win money or prizes are welcome to become a Sputter any time during the year. But one of the most important events for all members…
December 2025, Sports
Verde Sputters Sink the Putts in September and October
Connie Kotke Monday mornings are lively on the main putting green behind the SaddleBrooke One clubhouse. That’s when dozens of Verde Sputters come together to enjoy 18 holes of ever-changing fun. Women of all skill levels find a sense of accomplishment as they focus on skills of aim and speed. They also find lots of…
September 2025, Sports
Sizzling Sputters Defeat the Summer Heat
Connie Kotke, Co-president Monday mornings at 8:30 a.m. in June and July were certainly warm for the SaddleBrooke Verde Sputters, but a dedicated cohort of players turned up every week to sink their putts, earn their stars, and win some money. The smiles, the cheers, and the friendly competition continues on the SaddleBrooke One putting…
September 2025, Sports
A Wild Night at Wild World of Sports
Connie Kotke, Co-president A longstanding tradition for the Verde Sputters is the annual Summer Fun Night. It’s a chance for members who stay in SaddleBrooke over the summer to get together with family and friends, play some games, and enjoy great conversation over a tasty meal. On Aug. 10 nearly 60 putters and their guests…
Sports, June 2025
Verde Sputters April Putting Results
Connie Kotke, Co-President Consider becoming a playing or social member in the SaddleBrooke Verde Sputters! This lively group provides women of all skill levels a chance to putt 18 holes while enjoying the sunshine, fresh air, and mountain vistas of our beautiful desert setting. In addition to working on your aim, you’ll enjoy luncheons, tournaments,…
February 2025, Sports
Verde Sputters Event
BK Koch On Jan. 20 the putting green was flooded with pink and green as 36 Verde Sputters hosted 36 Ranchette Putters in a challenging game. Laughter as well as a few expletives filled the air. The set-up and planning crew threw a lot of curves at the players. Our theme, “Jack Frost in the…
October 2024, Sports
Verde Sputters Special Event: Hens vs. Roosters Tournament
BK Koch The Verde Sputters have been invited by the Men’s Putters to participate in what we are calling the Hens vs. Roosters Tournament. It will be held on Thursday, Nov. 14, starting with practice at 9:30 a.m., putting at 10 a.m., followed by lunch at noon. Lunch will be charged to your SaddleBrooke One…
September 2024, Sports
Verde Sputters August Fun and Games
BK Koch On Aug. 11, 53 Sputters and their guests filled the Vista dining room to play fun and games. Nine games of skill were set up. There were games and fun for all! There was Horse Racing, Darts, Hit the Barnyard Animals, Axe Throw, Horse Lasso, Ring Toss, and more, all inside the air-conditioned…
July 2024, Sports
Verde Sputters June Update
BK Koch The Verde Sputters snowbirds have taken flight to escape our sunshine weather. Our desert Verde Sputters will bravely carry on until their return. For the month of June, Carolyn McLean and Donna Bujnovsky will greet you at sign-in, starting at 8 a.m. for the summer. Course set-up will be Jay Dunn and Sue…