ANDY SAJEVIC IS THE 102ND AMATEUR CHAMPION

Omaha – Charlotte University sophomore Andy Sajevic of Fremont claimed the 102nd Nebraska Amateur Championship at the Happy Hollow Club Thursday. Sajevic, paired with third round leader, Ryan Nietfeldt of Omaha, shot a 2-under par 69 to overcame a 4-shot deficit and top Nietfeldt by two. Nietfeldt finished at even-par for the tournament following a 75.

The title is Sajevic's first men's state championship. His father, John won the 1989 championship and finished tied for 4th with Michael Coatman of Lincoln this year. Coatman, the second round leader, shared the lead with Nietfeldt halfway through Thursday's round. A back-nine 40 left him out of contention.

John Spellererg of Fremont and Bryce Brown of Lincoln shared low junior amateur honors. Both were recognized with a silver medal. For complete results link to the scoring tab.