Tag: Verde Sputters

Verde Sputters Annual Meeting a Huge Success

Connie Kotke On Jan. 5, 75 members of the Verde Sputters arrived bright and early at the SaddleBrooke One clubhouse to kick off another year of fun, friendships, and (we hope) many personal putting records. The first-of-its-kind annual meeting included a delicious breakfast buffet, a 50/50 raffle benefiting Sister José Women’s Center of Tucson, chances…

Verde Sputters End the Year with a Bang

Connie Kotke The Verde Sputters welcomed new members every single Monday morning in December! Some had been thinking about joining for a while and decided to take the plunge. Some returned after a short hiatus (they missed the camaraderie), and some were brand new to SaddleBrooke. They heard that we’re one of the friendliest clubs…

Verde Sputters Gobble Up the Green in November

Connie Kotke Over the course of four Monday mornings in November, the Verde Sputters sank a grand total of 156 holes-in-one on the main putting green behind the SaddleBrooke One clubhouse! In addition, 15 Sputters got a hole-in-one on what we call our money holes. These lucky (or highly-skilled) ladies got to reach into the…

Verde Sputters Host a Happy Holiday Luncheon

Connie Kotke Ho-ho-ho! What do we know? We know that the Verde Sputters is the place to be for SaddleBrooke women who want to enjoy the beautiful outdoors, have some fun, make new friends, and rack up some holes-in-one on the main putting green behind the SaddleBrooke One clubhouse. If you’re a homeowner or renter…

SaddleBrooke Lady Niners—Giving Thanks

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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,…