Conversations on the Lawn: Croquet, Craft, and Championship Living at Bonita Bay Club

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Written By Lynette Livengood-Grout
 
 

There are moments at Bonita Bay Club when sport transcends competition and becomes part of the lifestyle. A recent conversation with Sherif Abdelwahab, Head Croquet Professional and 2023 World Champion, was one of those moments.

Croquet at Bonita Bay is not simply a game, but a refined discipline rooted in precision, strategy, and tradition. Time with Sherif reveals the mastery required to compete at the highest level and the passion to cultivate excellence in others.

Sherif Abdelwahab, Head Croquet Professional and 2023 World Champion

Where Expertise Shapes the Experience

As Head Croquet Professional, Sherif’s presence has helped elevate Bonita Bay into a true destination for serious players and enthusiastic newcomers alike. From private coaching sessions and structured clinics to competitive tournaments and pro-ams, his leadership has created a program that balances approachability with championship-level standards.

Whether he’s guiding members through the subtleties of strategy or competing on the world stage, Sherif brings the same focus, respect for the sport, and commitment to excellence to everything he does.

Lessons Beyond the Lawn

One of the most compelling aspects of croquet at Bonita Bay is how the sport becomes a point of connection. Through Lessons on the Lawn, tournaments, and even Sherif’s Lessons from the Lawn educational series, croquet becomes an ongoing conversation—about discipline, patience, and the art of thoughtful play.

It’s a reminder that sport, when done well, builds community just as much as skill.

Sport as a Lifestyle

At Bonita Bay Club, croquet is seamlessly woven into everyday living. Matches flow into conversations, clinics become social gatherings, and time on the lawn becomes time well spent. It’s part of what defines the Bonita Bay lifestyle—where active living, refined leisure, and meaningful connection coexist effortlessly.

Here, tradition meets modern mastery. And sport becomes more than an activity, it becomes part of how life is lived.

 
 

Seeking an afternoon on the lawn, croquet & community? Let’s talk. 🤍

Lynette Livengood-Grout

Luxury Travel Architect

Travel, for me, is an art form—an exquisite interplay of elegance, authenticity, and discovery. My personal style is rooted in refined luxury. Yet, it’s the soulful moments—the whispered secrets of a hidden treasure, the warmth of a local artisan’s story, the taste of a centuries-old recipe—that transform a journey into something unforgettable.

I gravitate toward destinations that offer more than beauty—they must evoke a strong emotional response. The accommodations I select are never places to stay; they are sanctuaries of style and substance. Whether it’s a historic villa overlooking the Amalfi Coast or a contemporary hideaway in the heart of a distance land, each property must reflect a harmonious balance of indulgence and intimacy, sophistication and soul.

Gourmet dining is a given, but my true joy lies in the unexpected: a family-run trattoria with no menu, a rooftop mezze feast under Moroccan stars, a cooking class led by a grandmother who measures with memory. These are the moments that linger.

As a luxury travel advisor, I bring a discerning eye and “infectious enthusiasm” to every itinerary. I transform the stress of planning into a seamless experience—curating journeys that are intentional, immersive, and impeccably executed. My clients don’t just travel; they immerse themselves in the story of a place, returning with memories etched in emotion and narratives that elevate their worldview.

Because loving the lifestyle means embracing the extraordinary—at every turn, in every detail, one destination at a time.

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