Meet Donna Lund Donna Lund is originally from Ferndale, Michigan and attended the University of Detroit majoring in dental hygiene. She met and married Randy, her husband of 46 years, in 1976. Due to Randy’s corporate life, the newlyweds moved several t ime s , e v en t ua l l y t o t he No r t h s ho r e of Chicago with their two children, Ryan and R e g a n . D o n n a c h o s e t o r e t u r n t o college, completing a degree in Art Therapy while raising her family. She applied this knowledge to assist many individuals, including Alzheimer Patients, Abused Women and Children. The family was extremely proud of her for completing her degree Magna Cum Laude! After 21 years in Chicago, Donna and Randy decided to move to Hot Springs Village in Arkansas for retirement. While visiting their son in Florida, they came across Lake Ashton. They were immediately drawn to its beauty and of course, the golf. They moved in this past December and although they are snowbirds they are so in love with Lake Ashton that they may stay full time. Donna began playing golf in 1993 at the Exmoor Country Club in Highland Park, IL, and plays at the Diamante Country Club in Arkansas where she was honored as the most improved player. She has found the “People” of Lake Ashton welcoming, especially members of the LALGA, and our wonderful golf staff, Matt, Trent and Christian. In addition, Donna enjoys meeting new friends, playing mahjong, traveling, cooking and decorating. The LALGA is extremely happy that Donna moved to Lake Ashton and became a member of the league. LA NINERS By Marti Schmidt Another winter golfing season came to a close in April, with 60 Niners playing the final round and then attending a luncheon. Wow, that’s a lot of gals! A big THANKS goes out to outgoing President Mary Lopez and Secretary Diane Struble for their hard work and dedication to the club 28 (insert a big round of applause here). Now, please welcome your new Board: President Karen Ferrande, Vice President Janet Mutz, Treasurer MaryLou Jameson, and Secretary Marti Schmidt PLEASE NOTE: In May, game start time will be 9 am. Thinking about joining the Niners? Please do! This is a fun group of ladies who enjoy playing 9holes of golf and the camaraderie that comes with it. Are you a beginner? Just learning to play golf? This secretary personally started playing golf here at Lake Ashton three years ago (as a part-time snowbird), and everyone was so welcoming and helpful. Whether you’ve played golf since your teens, or are a new player, you are invited to come see what you’re missing: fun, friendship and 9holes of golf. Come on, you know you want to! Sign-up sheets are in the Pro Shop Ladies restroom entrance, along with other information about the Niners and additional groups that play throughout the week. Still have questions? Contact Janet at jan.mutz@gmail.com for more info! To the snowbirds heading home, safe travels and see you O c t o b e r 4 f o r t h e o p e n i n g d a y events. Membership has grown to almost 100 members, so this winter the Pro Shop is reserving all 18-holes on one course for the Niners. Half will play the front nine and half will play the back nine. CONGRATULATIONS TO LA WOMEN GOLFERS ! By Elizabeth Leigh Four golfers from Lake Ashton listed below were winners in the Polk County Women’s Golf Association Two Day Championship Tournament held on March 21st and April 4th. Liz Leigh – AA Flight 1st Place Mafie Walker - A Flight 3rd Place Deb Louder – A Flight 4th Place Colette McKie – A Flight 5th Place The Polk County Women’s Golf Association allows female golfers to participate in a friendly competitive golf game playing different courses in Polk County. If interested in joining or wanting more informat ion, contact Li z Leigh at 813-288-0809.
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