The Nebraska Golf Association welcomes and encourages media to attend and cover NebGolf Championships and Events. The following resources are available to media interested in covering our events or players. Please read the Media Regulations on Page 11 of the NebGolf Media Guide below prior to attending. Contact Ben Vigil at bvigil@nebgolf.org or (402) 505-4653 ext. 105 with any questions or requests.
NebGolf Media Guide (coming soon)
The NebGolf Media Guide provides additional information on each NebGolf championship and some select team events, as well as information and regulations for media covering these events.
NebGolf Media List
The Nebraska Golf Association communicates with the media regarding championships, qualifiers, awards and more. Preview, daily recap and post championship releases are sent out throughout the year, and include a written preview/recap, as well as video/photo content that is available for use by the media. Use the signup form above if you would like to receive these releases.
History
The Nebraska Golf Association has history dating back to 1905 with the first Nebraska Amateur. Visit the page above to read more on the history of NebGolf, as well as a complete championship history, award winners and more.
Schedule
View NebGolf's current competitions schedule, including championships, select team events and USGA qualifiers.
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What is a Handicap Index®? You have a Handicap Index, but do you know exactly what it represents and how it's calculated? It's not just an average of your scores, or what you should expect to shoot every round. Your Handicap Index is a portable number that represents your demonstrated playing ability. It is based on your past scores Continue Reading
NebGolf Announces 2026 Championship Schedule
NebGolf Announces 2026 Championship Schedule Entries open March 2 at nebgolf.org OMAHA (February 15, 2026) – Entries open for the Nebraska Golf Association’s championships on March 2, and the schedule is full of opportunities for golfers of all ages to compete at some of the top courses across the state. UPDATE The NebGolf Tournament Committee has approved the following significant Continue Reading
The NebGolf Podcast | Tron Carter of No Laying Up
The NebGolf Podcast | Tron Carter No Laying Up: Nebraska OMAHA (February 9, 2026) – Tron Carter of No Laying Up joins the program to talk about NLU’s recent film showcasing Nebraska, including several NebGolf member clubs, from public gems like Bayside, Wild Horse and Frederick Peak, to iconic private courses Sand Hills and CapRock Ranch, with a short stop Continue Reading
The Most Avid Golfer in Nebraska
The Most Avid Golfer in Nebraska There are a lot of numbers that might sum up the life of Dave Auwerda. 189 miles - the distance he drives on a typical day of golf. 3 hours - the amount of time he spends in his Ford Maverick. 6.43 miles (11,309 yards) - the total distance of the two golf courses Continue Reading
Knispel Elected Next President of NebGolf
Knispel Elected Next President of NebGolf Kelley to Serve as Vice President OMAHA (December 15, 2025) - The Nebraska Golf Association conducted its Annual Meeting on November 21 at Hillcrest Country Club in Lincoln, and new officers were elected, including Omaha's Ryan Knispel, who will become the Association’s next president. Knispel will serve as president of the organization for the Continue Reading
2025 NebGolf Wrapped
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Sajevic Caps Historic Year with Nebraska Amateur Golfer of the Year Award
Sajevic Caps Historic Year with Nebraska Amateur Golfer of the Year Award Five-Time Nebraska Amateur Champion Wins Fourth Award OMAHA (November 14, 2025) - The Nebraska Golf Association is proud to announce the selection of Elkhorn's Andy Sajevic as the 2025 Nebraska Amateur Golfer of the Year presented by SWAG for a fourth time. Sajevic, a Fremont native, made history Continue Reading
Thiele is Nebraska Women’s Amateur Golfer of the Year
Thiele is Nebraska Women's Amateur Golfer of the Year Husker Earns First Postseason Award OMAHA (November 13, 2025) - The Nebraska Golf Association is proud to announce the selection of Wahoo's Lauren Thiele as the 2025 Nebraska Women’s Amateur Golfer of the Year presented by SWAG. Thiele, a graduate of Bishop Neumann High School, won her third NebGolf title this Continue Reading
Wyatt Wins Second Nebraska Senior Golfer of the Year Award
Wyatt Wins Second Nebraska Senior Golfer of the Year Award Third Player to Win Multiple Awards OMAHA (November 12, 2025) - The Nebraska Golf Association is proud to announce the selection of Lincoln's Ed Wyatt as the 2025 Nebraska Senior Amateur Golfer of the Year presented by SWAG for a second-time. Wyatt is the third player to win the award Continue Reading
Mittag is Back as Nebraska Junior Golfer of the Year
Mittag is Back as Nebraska Junior Golfer of the Year Second Award for Oklahoma Commit OMAHA (November 11, 2025) - The Nebraska Golf Association is proud to announce the selection of Ashland's Coltrane Mittag as the 2025 Nebraska Junior Amateur Golfer of the Year presented by SWAG. Mittag, who is homeschooled and in the Class of 2026, once again ran Continue Reading
Jorgensen is Nebraska Girls’ Golfer of the Year
Jorgensen is Nebraska Girls' Golfer of the Year First Award for South Dakota Commit OMAHA (November 11, 2025) - The Nebraska Golf Association is proud to announce the selection of Minden's KayLynn Jorgensen as the 2025 Nebraska Girls’ Amateur Golfer of the Year presented by SWAG. Jorgensen, a senior at Minden High School, secured her first NebGolf title this summer Continue Reading