Nebraska PGA July Newsletter

2012 2012 Nebraska PGA Cox Classic QualiďŹ ers

July 30 - August 5, 2012

Golf Is Cool

GR N EBRASKA P G A O FFICIAL N EWSLET TER

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Newsletter Contents

2012

ON THE COVER New Consumer 4 GR Publication

6 Lincoln’s “O” Street 7 Golf Is Cool 15

2012 Nebraska PGA Cox Classic Qualifiers

16 2012 Cox Classic In Every Issue...

Employment pg. 8

Tournament Schedule pg. 20

Tournament News pg. 9-14

Member Updates pg. 21

Points Standings pg. 19

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Story by Philip Weitl Photography by Steve & Bobbi Olson

Founded by a Methodist elder named John M. Young in 1863, Lancaster’s southern border had existed as a rutted trail for moving people, wagons, oxen and cattle. Young dubbed it Locust Street, and when the village was redrawn as the capital city, the street was renamed, purely as a matter of alphabetical chance, as O Street.

O Street became the center of Lincoln and the heart of a new commercial district. It divides the city on any Lincoln map. For all intents and purposes, O Street is Lincoln’s main street.

THE JOURNEY of perhaps the world’s longest straight main street begins with a single letter. O. “O Street is the spine of our city of Lincoln,” said Jill Dolberg of the Nebraska State Historical Society.

“It’s in a constant state of development and it reincarnates itself over and over. Fortieth and O Street is unrecognizable from when I grew up here. There used to be Coolcrest Miniature Golf, with all kinds of obstacles, roaring dragons, and rockets blasting off.

The roller skating rink is still there.

“Before my living memory there was Ken Eddy’s Drive Inn, a totally American Graffiti or Happy Days kind of place,” she continued. “Now there’s Target, Super Saver and Hy-Vee. O Street reminds me of Rome and Constantinople. We’re building upon the ashes of what was there before.”

After achieving statehood in 1867, the new Nebraska State Legislature directed Gov. David Butler, Secretary of State Thomas Kennard and State Auditor John Gillespie to choose a site for a new state capital.

After exploring the western frontier of what was thought to be uninhabitable land, they settled on a fledgling village with a handful of people and even fewer buildings. It was called Lancaster.

Lancaster’s most remarkable feature then was the salt deposits that drew such entrepreneurs as J. Sterling Morton, famous for tree planting and, eventually, the Morton Salt Company. Lancaster’s salt industry ultimately dissolved, and the village of salt-ofthe-earth types crystallized into a new capital city renamed for the 16th president.

Little, if anything, remains today of O Street’s pioneer origins. But a weathered brass plaque at Sandy’s Bar on the corner of 14th and O streets in downtown Lincoln marks the site where a log cabin was built in 1864 by Luke Lavender. Local legend holds that this was the community’s first building, though some historians argue that the first might actually have been built by postmaster Jacob Dawson, near what is now 7th and O streets.

That historical debate notwithstanding, it is impossible to argue O Street’s place in history. The people of Lincoln today, the commuters and shoppers and tourists and residents, are, quite literally, following in the footsteps of the first rugged visionaries who gazed upon a rolling stretch of unspoiled, untamed prairie.

Linda Hubka grew up in Lincoln and never left. The human resources director for Whitehead Oil, which operates 21 convenience stores in the Cornhusker State, remembers her childhood among the towering businesses flanking O Street. “Myself, my family and friends, we have fond memories of Brandeis and the other department stores that used to be downtown,” Hubka said.

“Families would go from store to store shopping; we’d see our friends there.

Those were sweet, simple – innocent times. Somewhere along the way, downtown died. But now it’s coming back. It’s evolving and moving up. O Street is a living, breathing thing, and new life is being put into these old buildings.”

The full story originally appeared in the July/August 2012 issue of Nebraska Life Magazine. http://www.nebraskalife.com

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Golf Is Cool

By Jerry Tarde/www.golfdigest.com Photo by Stan Badz/PGA Tour

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peaker of the House John Boehner (R-Ohio) was seated between Jay Haas and his son Bill at The First Tee Congressional Breakfast on National Golf Day in April. U.S. Rep. James E. Clyburn (D-S.C.) drew the short straw and had me at his table.

Both congressmen spoke to about 100 assembled golf-industry leaders who were in Washington to lobby -- a bad word, I know -for the game, but it was nice to hear the leadership of both parties agreeing on something.

raised by mid-year toward a $100 million goal. That kind of funding wouldn't happen for "merely" a junior or minority golf initiative -- the genius of The First Tee is that it promotes the life skills Rep. Clyburn recognizes as unique about golf.

The First Tee was only part of the message the golf industry brought to Washington: U.S. Rep. Jim Clyburn (D-S.C.) and PGA Tour commissioner Tim Finchem at National Golf Day.

Clyburn said he was introduced to the sport by his father, an avid baseball player who inexplicably gave him a golf club for Christmas one year. "I grew up playing golf and baseball," he said. In 1971, when he went to work for South Carolina Gov. John West, he found himself at a staff retreat where the governor wanted to play golf and Clyburn was the only golfer on the staff. Their rounds together over the years built such a close relationship that West's widow, Lois, sent him his desk when Clyburn was elected majority whip. "All that grew out of golf," he said.

Clyburn's other great golf experience came through his grandson, A.C. Reid, now 17, who was born prematurely and had three operations before he was 10 pounds. He grew up to love football but was physically better suited to golf. "I took him with me to the course, and he became a very good golfer," Clyburn said proudly. "He's got a 360-degree swing. One of my happiest days was spent playing in a pro-am with him and Davis Love III." It's at this point that Clyburn turned spokesman for The First Tee. "Golf to me," he said, "learned properly and practiced appropriately, teaches more about life than any other sport. It teaches honesty, integrity, discipline. You can't blame anyone else -- it's all about you against the elements."

The First Tee is sometimes criticized by golf wonks for not sufficiently "growing the game." The First Tee isn't just about increasing participation, but it annually gives golf lessons to 2 million young people -- 40 percent of whom are minorities -- at more than 700 courses, 4,700 elementary schools and 120 military bases. In a 2012 drive to reach 10 million kids, $72.8 million had been

• Golf contributes $76 billion and 2 million jobs to the American economy, which makes it a bigger job creator than the motion-picture, publishing and telecommunications industries.

• We fight this image of the game as an elitist and exclusionary sport, but nine out of 10 golfers don't belong to a private club, 85 percent of golf is played at public courses, and the average round costs just $25.

• Golf raises more money for charity than all other sports combined. The PGA Tour efforts contribute about $120 million, but that represents only 3 percent of the annual $3.5 billion of golf fundraising for good causes.

• Golf courses are great stewards of the environment, acting as leaders in their community for practicing water conservation, limiting chemical use and providing wildlife habitats. My favorite statistic I heard that day: Golf courses are 10 degrees lower in temperature than surrounding urban environments. What do you know -- golf is cool.

Our efforts to get equitable treatment continue in Congress. Ever since Hurricane Katrina in 2005, the small businesses of golf have been excluded from disaster relief as legislation lumped us in with massage parlors and casinos as not being worthy of federal funding. "We don't want to be given special treatment compared to other industries; we just want to play from the same set of tees," PGA of America CEO Joe Steranka said.

If you're a golfer, blue or red, we need you to help spread this message. And maybe the best way you can do it -like Jim Clyburn -- is to pass the game along and introduce a friend or family member to the life skills of golf.

Click HERE to read more.

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E M P L OY M E N T In any athletic endeavor you try, (name any sport), what separates “good” from great” is execution! Being able to “take it” from the driving range, practice field, etc., is what matters, isn’t it? Execution truly is “where the rubber meets the road”!!

Player Development execution is the fifth step in what I refer to as the “Circle of Life” in the Player Development action steps. How you execute your Player Development programs has a direct bearing on the retention of golfers at your facility. This next statement, made by our current PGA of America Vice President, Ted Bishop, rings true. He said, “It may be more important to teach people how to have fun: the golf skills will follow.” Are you making sure the “fun meter dial” is part of the training of your staff?

If you are hiring or have staff in place for instructing your Player Development programs, make sure you realize that you or your instructors have the single greatest impact on whether the student is retained as a golfer. Does your staff know what your goals are? Are they on board with your objectives? Can they execute? Also, does your owner, board, etc., know what you are doing regarding your Player Development programs? The business justification of these programs is that you will be bringing new customers to your employer. At the end of the day, the number of golfers you develop and retain and the revenue you generate will determine the success of your programs. A definite sign of someone who can execute!

I have always maintained in my career that the relationships you develop within our industry are the most meaningful part. The ability you have as their instructor/teacher cannot be overstated. A common adage in a relationship building approach is: Consumer- Customer- Client-Partner (in that order). This way of thinking will pay dividends and is simply a strategic process to grow your business. Sure, it takes some effort to develop and nurture those relationships, but the reward will be they will come to you as their primary contact for everything golf. This is just another way to increase your value to your employer. How are you doing this summer with your Player Development programs- have you executed?

Bruce Lubach, PGA, is The PGA of America Employment Consultant for the Iowa, Midwest, Minnesota and Nebraska Sections. blubach@pgahq.com | (402) 261-3604.

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T OURNAMENT N EWS White Leads Charge at Country Club of Lincoln Mizuno/Club Car Pro - 3 Am | The Country Club of Lincoln | July 2, 2012

LINCOLN, Neb. – The Mizuno/Club Car Pro – 3 Am at The Country Club of Lincoln featured a shoot out featuring a full field of Nebraska Section PGA Professionals. Jim White, PGA MP, West Nine and Learning Center capped off a stellar performance birding #16 and #17 to finish at six under-par 66 edging out Jon Petersen, PGA, Miracle Hill Golf and Tennis and Raul Cortes de la Riva of York Country Club who finished at five under-par 67.

White, 2011 Senior Player of the Year, hit 17 greens in regulation which led to seven birdies and one bogey on the day. Petersen finished strong birding six out of his final 10 holes. Cortes got off to a hot start shooting a five under-par 31 on the front nine but couldn’t track down White and finished with an even par 36 on the final nine holes.

White captured the professional division, senior division and also led his team to finishing on top of the team division. Tiffany White, Charlie Huff and Susie Dinkelman teamed up with White and finished at 22 under-par in the two net format.

Twenty-two under par was good enough for a one shot victory over the team led by Jon Petersen, PGA, Dick Boyer, Don Kroupa and Bill Richards.

Raul Cortes finished at top of the assistants division.

The Club Car/Mizuno Pro-3AM also marked the final event of the Omaha Steaks Holes of the week. Shane Zywiec, PGA topped Jim White, PGA MP in a tie-breaker to win the inaugural Omaha Steaks Holes of the Week. Both Zywiec and White finished at six under-par in the season long contest.

The Nebraska PGA would like to thank Don Brudny of Club Car, Jeremy Galbreth of Mizuno, Vinnie Krikac of State Farm Insurance Agency and Omaha Steaks for their support of this tournament.

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Vermeer Finishes on Top at Siouxland Golf Charities Pro-AM Siouxland Golf Charities Pro - 3 Am | Whispering Creek | Sioux City, IA

Sioux City, Iowa – Four birdies and no bogies propelled, Ryan Vermeer, Teaching Professional at Oak Hills Country Club to a four under-par 68 at Whispering Creek Golf Club. Vermeer had one birdie on his card on the front nine and finished his final nine holes with birdies on holes #10, 13, 14, and 18.

Ryan Norman, PGA, Teaching Professional from GolfTEC finished second at two under-par 70 with Jon Petersen, PGA Teaching Professional from Miracle Hills Golf & Tennis and Raul Cortes de la Riva finishing tied for third at one under-par 71.

The team competition came down to the final few holes for the team of Scott Harmelink, PGA Head Professional at Green Valley Golf Course Tee it Forward Initiative and his amateur partners, Promoted at M.L. Peterson, Todd Sapp Whispering Creek and Ron Van Buskirk finishing at 15-under par 129 and in a tie for first place. Tom Johnson of Champions Run and his amateur partners Cody Gorsett, Karen Meyer and Nancy Hueseth also finished at 15 under-par and tied for first in the team division.

Ryan Vermeer, Oak Hills Country Club

The event was highlighted by a PGA of America/USGA campaign called, “TEE IT FORWARD” which encourages golfers to play from tees best suited to their game and abilities. By playing from the forward tees, amateur golfers had the chance to play the course at the same relative distance as a touring professional would over 18 holes. The playing field is leveled by giving golfers the opportunity to play from distances that are properly aligned with their abilities. “By shortening the course we gave the amateur golfers the chance to hit less club into the green which allowed for a few more birdies and less time spent on the golf course,” said David Honnens, PGA Executive Director Nebraska PGA. This event also celebrated its 10th Anniversary which has raised over $115,000 to local Siouxland Charities that benefit the Sioux City community.

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Golf FORE The Troops Pro-Am at Firethorn Golf Club

The sixth annual Golf FORE The Troops Pro-Am at Firethorn Golf Club featured some familiar faces on the leaderboard with Raul Cortes de la Riva, York Country Club leading the pack at four under – par 67 and Ryan Vermeer, Oak Hills Country Club at three under – par 68. Host PGA Professional/Director of Golf, Wade Foreman finished third at one under – par 70.

In the team competition Raul Cortes de la Riva helped propel his amateur team of Erik Lemke, Dane Steube and Doug George to a tie for 1st place with Tony Baranowski, Shadow Ridge Country Club and his amateur team of Tim McEwen, Dave McEwen and Alan Friesen. The days event was capped off by special guest Harry Black a retired United State Navy Seal who was the 47th Chief Warrant Officer Five to be promoted in the history of the United States Navy.

Golf FORE The Troops helps military families by awarding scholarships to family members of active personnel serving here at home or abroad. To date, this event has awarded over $60,000 in scholarships.

(L-R) Harry Black, retired Navy Seal and Jim White, PGA MP

Special thanks to Jim White, PGA MP and David Breetzke from Time Warner Cable for a spectacular event.

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2012 NEBRASKA CUP MATCHES FREMONT GOLF CLUB NEBRASKA PGA WIN Nebraska PGA - 47

FREMONT, Neb- The Nebraska PGA prevails at the Nebraska Cup Matches and retains the cup after winning 47-25. The Nebraska Golf Association and the Nebraska PGA squared off at Fremont Golf Club for the 40th Nebraska Cup Matches.

The Nebraska Cup Matches bring the top 12 amateur golfers versus the top 12 Nebraska PGA professionals in a Ryder Cup style event. The morning featured six four-ball matches where each match had an available six points and the afternoon consisted of 12 singles matches where each match had an available three points.

The Nebraska PGA got off to a hot start earning 25 of the available 36 points. All Nebraska PGA fourball teams at least contributed two points. The teams of Tom Hearn, PGA of the PGA Tour and Ted DiGiacomo, PGA of Council Bluffs Country Club and the four-ball team of Chad Lydiatt, PGA of Awarii Dunes and Matt Nice, PGA of The Ridge Golf Club were able to earn all available six points in their respective matches.

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The afternoon singles matches went in favor of the Nebraska PGA as well as winning the session 22-14.

Scott Holly, PGA of the University of Nebraska – Lincoln and Matt Nice, PGA of The Ridge Golf Club had dominating performances where they earned all three points available. All professionals at least earned one half point.

This is the 40th year playing this event and the updated overall record is 23-17.

The Nebraska PGA Team consisted of Ted DiGiacomo, PGA, Pete Hagen, PGA, Tom Hearn, PGA, Scott Holly, PGA, Bryan Hughett, PGA, Chad Lydiatt, PGA, Matt Nice, PGA, Jon Petersen, PGA, Ryan Vermeer, Jim White, PGA, Chris Wiemers, PGA and Shane Zywiec, PGA. The Nebraska Golf Association and the Nebraska PGA would like to give a special thank you to Fremont Golf Club for hosting this great event and TaylorMade/adidas/Ashworth for being this year’s tournament sponsor. Click HERE for complete results.

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CORTES

DE LA

RIVA WINS THE LASER LINK PRO-3AM

Cortes de la Riva, Petersen and Zywiec to Represent Nebraska PGA in Cox Classic OMAHA, Neb.- Nebraska PGA Professionals and their amateur teams gathered at the beautiful Oak Hills Country Club for the Laser Link Pro-3AM. Raul Cortes de la Riva of York Country Club continued his stellar play from a week ago to capture the professional division title after finishing with a four under-par, 67, which was good enough for a one shot win over Jon Petersen, PGA of Miracle Hill Golf and Tennis Center. Cortes de la Riva’s round featured one eagle, four birdies and two bogeys.

The team division went to Kevin Drew, PGA of Fox Run Golf Club, Rick Drew, Lowell Kennedy and Dick Stock who finished at 13 under-par 125 which was good enough for a one shot win in the 3-2-1 format. The team of Greg Neujahr, PGA of Champions Run, Jason Christo, Matt Meduna and Mitch Mosser tied for second with the team of Steve Diehm, PGA of Table Creek Golf Course, Doug Ailes, Carl Diver and Hamilton Kennedy.

The Laser Link Pro-3AM also marked the last event for Nebraska PGA professionals to earn a spot into the Web.com Tour’s Cox Classic presented by Lexus of Omaha. Shane Zywiec, PGA of Highlands has already been awarded one of three exemptions into the tournament by earning 2011 Player of the Year honors. One of the final two spots is awarded to the PGA member with the highest point total during the season long race. The final spot is awarded to a PGA member or apprentice that earns the most points. Jon Petersen, PGA of Miracle Hill Golf and Tennis Center gathered the most points of all PGA members which earned him a spot into the field. Raul Cortes de la Riva of York Country Club will be joining Petersen and Zywiec in the field after earning the most points out of all Nebraska PGA professionals and apprentices.

The Nebraska PGA would like to thank Marc Cruse, Tim McClure and Derek Bond of Laser Link Golf for their support in this tournament.

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2012 Nebraska PGA Cox Classic QualiďŹ ers

Shane Zywiec, PGA

Jon Petersen, PGA

Raul Cortes de la Riva

Highlands Golf Course

Miracle Hilll Golf & Tennis Center

York Country Club

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Wednesday - August 1, 2012 6:30 a.m.

7:00 a.m.

12:00 p.m.

12:30 p.m.

5:00 p.m.

8:00 p.m. - 12:30 a.m.

First National Bank Pro-Am (Invitation only) Registration First tee time (Morning group) First tee time (Afternoon group) Lunch Cocktails (for Pro-Am Participants) Michelob Ultra 19th Hole (no cover charge) Entertainment: Taxi Driver

Thursday - August 2, 2012 7:15 a.m.

Open All Day 8:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m

First Round of Tournament Play, Tee-off Michelob Ultra 19th Hole Michelob Ultra 19th Hole Party Entertainment: Cactus Hill ($5 Cover Charge starts at 6:30 p.m.)

Friday - August 3, 2012 7:15 a.m.

Open All Day 8:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m

Second Round of Tournament Play, Tee-off Michelob Ultra 19th Hole Michelob Ultra 19th Hole Party Entertainment: Lemon Fresh Day ($5 Cover Charge starts at 6:30 p.m.)

Saturday - August 4, 2012 7:30 a.m.

Open All Day 3:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

8:00 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.

10:00 p.m.

Third Round of Tournament Play, Approximate Tee-off Michelob Ultra 19th Hole Entertainment: TBA (No Cover) Starts immediately following the last putt Michelob Ultra 19th Hole Party Entertainment: National recording artist Kelley James ($15 Cover Charge starts at 6:30 p.m. $10 in advance) Immanuel Communities ďŹ reworks display at Champions Run's Driving Range.

Live Simulcast on STAR 104.5 FM at 10:00 p.m.

Sunday - August 5, 2012 8:00 a.m.

Open All Day Approx. 3:00 p.m.

Final Round of Tournament Play, Approximate Tee-off Michelob Ultra 19th Hole 2012 Cox Classic Champion Announced - Trophy Presentation

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Cox Classic Tournament Ticket Information To purchase your tickets, please call the tournament office at 402-399-1800.

Ticket Outlets All Omaha Great Western Bank locations.

Classic Ticket Package ($40/ticket book) Includes eight one-day ground tickets for only $40 ($80 value). One-day grounds tickets available as well for $10 per ticket.

Viewing Box Package ($1,600 - 4 badges per day of tournament) Viewing Boxes are a golf enthusiast's dream come true. Elevated tents are located throughout the course, and YOU have access in them! Follow the action all day while enjoying complimentary drinks and snacks.

Sponsor A Pro Package ($400 - includes 50 tournament tickets and autographed photo and plaque of your golfer) Here's your chance to link your name and/or company with a future star of the PGA TOUR! In addition to the autographed photo and a plaque with your name engraved, you will also receive tickets for your closest 50 friends!

One-Day Clubhouse Ticket ($20/ticket) Provides access to Champions Run clubhouse as well as tournament grounds. Includes access to Champions Run's Pro Shop, restaurant to purchase food and indoor restrooms. Valid for ONE day of the Tournament. One-day clubhouse tickets available for $20 per ticket.

One-Day Grounds Ticket ($10/ticket) Provides access to tournament grounds to watch the live action of the Cox Classic. Valid for ONE day of the Tournament. One-day grounds tickets available for $10 per ticket.

TV TIMES Thu, 8/2: GOLF 11:30a - 1:30p ET

Michelob Ultra 19th Hole (price varies) Cover charges: Wednesday (No Cover) Thursday ($5) Friday ($5) Saturday ($15)

Fri, 8/3:

Cox Classic Tournament Ticket is not needed after 6:00 p.m.

GOLF 2p - 4p ET

GOLF 10a - 12p ET Sat, 8/4:

Restaurant vendors open throughout the day.

Entertainment begins nightly at 8:00 p.m., Wednesday through Saturday (additional entertainment starts Saturday after last putt - approximately 4:00 p.m.).

Sun, 8/5: GOLF 2p - 4p ET

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This pathway to membership blends the PGA PGM Program courses and requirements with a bachelor’s degree offered at an accredited PGA Golf Management University. Students in the university program will cover the same course material and must complete the same requirements — such as work experience activities and the Playing Ability Test — as PGA apprentices. However, they will do so in addition to their regular college course load. Click here to obtain specific information about the PGA Golf Management University Program and the individual universities.

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COX CLASSIC POINTS RACE WINNERS Nebraska PGA Cup Series Points Race Place

Name

Total Points

1 2 3 4 5

Raul Cortes de la Riva Ryan Vermeer Jon Petersen Shane Zywiec Jim White

709.85 703.08 629.50 626.50 552.20

Shane Zywiec, PGA Highlands Golf Course

Jon Petersen, PGA Miracle Hilll Golf & Tennis Center

Raul Cortes de la Riva York Country Club

OMAHA STEAKS HOLES OF THE WEEK WINNER A huge congratulations goes out to Shane Zywiec, PGA of Highlands Golf Course. Shane is the winner of the First Annual Omaha Steaks Holes of the Week Challenge.

The Omaha Steaks Holes of the Week Challenge featured 16 holes at various facilities around the Section. PGA professionals had to complete 8 of the 16 holes to compete for the grand prize.

For a complete list of results and earnings CLICK HERE.

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Click Here for complete 2012 Nebraska PGA Schedule

Event

Date

National Car Rental Asst Championship Iron Horse GC - Ashland, NE

Aug 6

Info

NE PGA Senior Professional Championship Happy Hollow - Omaha, NE

Aug 6-7

Info

Nebraska PGA Professional Championship ArborLinks - Nebraska City, NE

Aug 13-14

Info

E-Z-GO Facility Championship Shadow Ridge CC - Omaha, NE

Aug 20

Info

Register

Kearney Pro - 3 Am Kearney CC - Kearney, NE Awarii Dunes GC - Axtell, NE

Aug 27

Info

Register

Callaway Golf Team Championship Beatrice Country Club - Beatrice, NE

Sep 4

Info

Register

Yamaha Pro - 1 AM Ridge Golf Club - Sioux Center, IA

Sep 10

Info

Register

Wells Fargo Nebraska Open Elks Country Club - Columbus, NE

Sep 14 - Sep 16

Info

Register

Sep 24

Info

Opens 9/24/2012

Nebraska PGA Cup Series Championship Quarry Oaks - Ashland, NE

Registration

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Updates between 7/1 - 7/31

NEW APPRENTICES Name

Facility

Bill Keane

Sioux City Country Club

Class

Elected

A-8

6/12/2012

QUARTER CENTURY Name Brian Kuta, PGA

SECTION CHANGES Name Mark Mattingly, PGA

Class Current A-9 Nebraska

Class A-13

Former Indiana

EMPLOYMENT CHANGES CLASS CHANGES Name Mark Mattingly, PGA Tim Rowland, PGA

Name Facility Mark Mattingly, PGA Landscapes Golf Group

Current Former A-9 A-24 A-4

A-1

Dale Giebler, PGA Kelly Maiden Jamie Bodwell, PGA Steve Diehm, PGA Mike Antonio, PGA Glen Blakeman, PGA Dave Johnson, PGA Greg Neujahr, PGA Rodd Slater, PGA Nick Colabello, PGA

Class A-24

Tyler Muench, PGA

Dismal River Club

A-8

Tim Rowland, PGA

Holmes Park Golf Course

A-4

8/3 8/4 8/4 8/5 8/6 8/6 8/8 8/10 8/11 8/11

Patrick Kilbride, PGA Raul Cortes de la Riva Don Dravland, PGA Jeff Henry, PGA Alex Shives Anthony Driscoll, PGA Tom Hearn, PGA Marc Cruse, PGA Jared Keenan, PGA

8/18 8/18 8/21 8/21 8/22 8/23 8/25 8/26 8/31

STAFF David Honnens, PGA Executive Director dhonnens@pgahq.com

Thomas Harmon, PGA Tournament Director tharmon@pgahq.com

Renee Tyson Administrative Assistant rtyson@pgahq.com

Nebraska Section PGA | 8700 Executive Woods Dr., Ste 100 | Lincoln, NE 68512 | Ph: (402) 489-7760 | Fx: (402) 489-1785 | www.nebraskapga.com

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Nebraska Section PGA | 8700 Executive Woods Dr., Ste 100 | Lincoln, NE 68512 | Ph: (402) 489-7760 | Fx: (402) 489-1785 | www.nebraskapga.com

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