The Coronado/Mainland Shuffler

The Coronado Mainland Shuffleboard Club hosted the shuffleboard portion of the New Smyrna Beach Senior Games on Tuesday, October 1, 2024. The weather was very hot and humid but everyone had a great time. Thank you to our volunteers who made this event possible: Zak and Cindy Wonson, Gail Kadar, Suzanne Musashe, Robert Boyd, Joannie Sanford, Jerry and Arlene all helped.  We had around 14 women and I think 12 men participate. Congratulations to all.

Jack sent me an interesting article from the Garden & Gun magazine giving a really good history lesson on shuffleboard. Very nice article but they seem to have left the Northern District out completely. Coronado/Mainland Shuffleboard club is 87 years old with over 200 members. Just saying!

https://gardenandgun.com/articles/shuffleboard-is-cool-again/

Our Dear Friend and Shuffler Bob Tager has passed away……Obituary

Robert “Bob” Tager

January 18, 1932 – August 26, 2024
Robert Edward Tager, a beloved educator, coach, and family man, passed away peacefully in
New Smyrna Beach, Florida, on August 26, 2024, at the age of 92. Born in the Brooklyn Heights
neighborhood of Cleveland on January 18, 1932, Robert lived a life dedicated to inspiring others
and fostering a love for sports and education.
A proud alumnus of Rhodes High School in Cleveland, Ohio, Robert excelled in basketball and
baseball, laying the foundation for a lifelong dedication to athletics. After high school, he served
his country with honor during the Korean War. Following his military service, Robert met Marilyn
“Jane” Tager, the love of his life, and they married in 1956. Together, they raised four children,
creating a family filled with love and cherished memories.
Robert pursued higher education at Kent State University, earning a Master’s degree in Health
and Physical Education and was a member of the baseball and basketball teams. His career as
an educator and coach spanned several high schools, including Warrensville, Cleveland
Heights, and West Geauga. He was renowned for his positive impact on students, encouraging
them to maintain a positive mental attitude and always strive for their best. Even after retiring
from teaching, Robert continued his passion for coaching at Gilmour Academy, Lake Erie
College, and with his son James at New Smyrna Beach High School.
In Florida, Robert embraced his retirement years with enthusiasm, participating in senior softball
leagues. He was a player on two senior world champion softball teams, took part in the Senior
Olympics, and became a pro shuffleboard player. His dedication to sports continued to shine
through, earning him respect and admiration in his community. Robert and Marilyn enjoyed
traveling the world together, exploring six continents.
Robert is survived by his devoted wife, Marilyn Jane Tager; his sister-in-law, Loralei Tager; his
children, James (Jodi), Jay (Jean), Jerry (Gale), and Bonnie; and his cherished grandchildren,
Jena (Jessie) Pendergrass, Madisen (DJ) Denney, Jaron Tager, Jordan Tager (Sarah), Justin
Tager, David Wilson, Nathan, Samuel, and Micah Tager. He was also a proud great-grandfather
to Ada Jane, Trace, Carlisle, and Knox. Robert leaves behind beloved nieces and nephews who
will remember him fondly.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Eleanor; his father, Edward; and his brother, Melvin.
Robert’s legacy is one of love, dedication, and an unwavering belief in the potential of others.
He will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him. Celebration of life visiting
hours will be held at Baldwin Brothers Funeral Home in New Smyrna Beach, Florida, on Friday,
August 30, 2024 from 2:00 to 4:00. The family requests that donations in Robert’s memory be
made to The First Presbyterian Church, 509 Magnolia Street, New Smyrna Beach, Florida
32169. Please write “Fellowship Dinners” in the memo. A military service will be held at a later
date at the Western Reserve National Cemetery in Rittman, Ohio

We have a friendly shuffleboard match between two number 1 ranked female shuffleboard players: the number 1 ranked Japanese shuffleboard player, Atsue, vs. the number 1 ranked female American player, Missy. This match was part of a visit to the Forest Tsuzuki shuffleboard club in Yokohama during a trip Missy and I made to Tokyo in May 2023. Playing in Japan was such an amazing experience and the Japanese shuffleboard community welcomed us with open arms. Thank you again to the Japan National Shuffleboard Association for being such kind and gracious hosts! The match commentary is focused on helping newer players learn about shuffleboard strategy.

I hope everyone is having a great summer. Until we start our tournament season, I have been posting interesting videos. I also have a very interesting article from Earl Ball I thought you might enjoy reading. It is a bit lone but full of really good pointers. Enjoy!

Hi everyone! Hope you are having a great summer. Jack sent me a great video of the National Shuffleboard Championship between the Chicago Club and the Brooklyn club! Loads to learn from watching. Enjoy

SHUFFLEBOARD MATCH W/ STRATEGY DISCUSSION!!! Missy vs Jeff 

Previously sent two years ago but worth watching again with Earl Ball as commentator.  He and Stan were shuffleboard partners years ago. 

Just wanted to let our members know that the euchre part of Coronado/mainland club had a tournament for our members. We had a prize pool from donations of 100 dollars, 3 euchre tshirts , a bottle of wine and another donation of 25 dollars along with the entrance fee. We had 2 brackets with 4 winners in each bracket. For the ones who didn’t place in the money we had a drawing for the tshirts , wine and the 25 dollar donation. Everyone was a winner of something so there was no losers. A good time  was enjoyed by everyone. I want to thank everyone who donated and participated. Thanks again, TIM

  WINNERS FOR TOP BRACKET

1^ST PLACE   DIANE PARENT

2^ND PLACE  DAN BULK

3^RD PLACE  SANDY WATKINS

4^TH PLACE  KELLY GATCH

    LOWER BRACKET

1^ST PLACE  TIM PERGREM

2^ND PLACE  SUE BLANDI

3^RD PLACE  RON OMAN

4^TH PLACE  CHUCK WESSELL

  Again thanks to the 16 players who made it happen

 Leesburg is having another single mingles on Friday, June 7^th beginning at 8:30.  Bring five single dollar bills and a donation to the Leesburg food bank.  All are welcome.

PLEASE NOTE: Season starts in October …please make $25.00 membership checks out to  Coronado Mainland Shuffleboard Club. ( or CMS). Temporarily mail to:
c/o Cindy Wonson 204 Prestwick Dr., NSB 32168

The CMShuffleboard Club would like to thank New Smyrna Beach Parks and Leisure for furnishing the rest of our beautiful court benches. We are now complete. Thanks to Mike, Zak, Tim, Bob, and Tony for all their hard work painting the courts.