20th Nebraska Four-Ball Championship
The Players Club, Omaha
April 24-25, 2021
Easley, Wisdom Capture Third Title in Playoff
Lincoln's David Easley and Omaha's Joel Wisdom captured a third title, winning the 19th Nebraska Four-Ball Championship in a playoff at Fremont Golf Club on Sunday. Easley and Wisdom followed their first round 64 (-7) with a final round 66 (-5) to finish at 130 (-12), tied with Gretna's Brian Csipkes and Bennington's William Amundsen. Easley birdied the second playoff hole, No. 17, to secure the record-tying third title. Visit the Scoring tab for full results, and see the recap and interview below.
Leaderboard
February 14, 2021
September 27, 2020
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November 14, 2019
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April 27, 2019
April 25, 2019
Enter This Championship Online
Entry Deadline: 5pm CDT on Friday, April 16, 2021
Eligibility
Entries are open to amateur golfers with an active Handicap Index® based on ratings for men not exceeding 7.0 under the World Handicap System™ issued by a "member club" of the Nebraska Golf Association and a resident of Nebraska (see NGA residency below).
NGA Residency: An individual is considered to be a resident of Nebraska if they: a) maintain either a primary or a secondary residence in Nebraska, or b) are an active duty member of the United States Military stationed in Nebraska, or c) are a student physically attending college in Nebraska within a time period four-months prior to the event, or d) are a graduate of a Nebraska high school attending an out-of-state college. If these criteria are in question, the NGA Tournament Committee shall render any final decision.
Amateur Status: All players must conform with the Rules of Amateur Status as approved by the USGA.
Code of Conduct:
The NGA may reject an entry application, revoke an accepted application, expel from the Championship and/or suspend a player from future championships if the player engages in conduct detrimental to the integrity and image of the game of golf and/or public confidence in the NGA. Such conduct may include, but is not limited to, damage to the golf course or the player's equipment, verbal or physical abuse of spectators, officials, volunteers, or staff, blatant or excessive profanity, disorderly behavior, failure to abide by club rules, or any other unbecoming conduct.
Entry Fee
Entry fee of $350 must be paid by every player. Entry fee will be refunded regardless of reason if the NGA is notified (402-505-4653) before the close of entries. After the close of entries, fee will be refunded in the event of a medical condition, if requested no later than April 23. No refund for any reason after April 23. A $50 service charge will be deducted from all refunds.
Closing Date
EXEMPT PLAYER OR SIDE ENTRY APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY NGA NO LATER THAN FRIDAY, APRIL 9, 2021 TO MAINTAIN EXEMPT STATUS AND GUARANTEE A SPOT IN THE FIELD.
ENTRY APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY NGA NO LATER THAN 5 P.M. C.D.T. ON FRIDAY, APRIL 16, 2021.
Late applications are not acceptable and will be automatically rejected. (Entries by telephone, e-mail, or FAX not acceptable.) Time limit for entries means time of receipt at NGA (not time entry is sent or transmitted to NGA). Entries should be submitted early to allow ample time for delay or error in transmission. The risk of delay or error in transmission lies solely with the entrant and the NGA will have no liability with respect to any such delay or error and the consequences therefrom, including rejection of the entry.
Players
The championship field will be limited to 52 sides. If more than 52 entries are received by the April 16, 2021 deadline, the field will be comprised of sides that filed entries by the deadline in these categories:
1. Winners of the Nebraska Four-Ball Championship for the last 5 years (2016-2020)*
2. From the 2020 Nebraska Four-Ball Championship, the top 15 sides and those tying for 15th place**
3. Qualifiers for the U.S. Amateur Four-Ball Championship the last 5 years (2017-2021)***
4. Remainder of the field determined by order of entry
*Winners (Past Champions) are exempt regardless of partner
**Top 15 sides from 2020 Nebraska Four-Ball Championship exemptions must have same partner
***Qualifiers for U.S. Amateur Four-Ball Championship are exempt regardless of partner
Note: Entry applications received by exempt players or sides following the April 9, 2021 deadline will be processed under category 4 above.
Practice Rounds
Following the close of entries practice rounds will be available after 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 17 and Sunday, April 18 or at a time convenient to The Players Club Tuesday, April 20 - Friday, April 23 at a rate of $55 (includes cart). If desired, those entered may contact the golf shop at (402) 963-9950 to make arrangements.
*No practice rounds available Monday, April 19 due to a NE PGA Pro-Am.
Championship Schedule
Saturday, April 24
8:00 a.m. - Registration & Practice Areas Open
9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. - Round One Starting Times, Holes #1/#10
Sunday, April 25
8:00 a.m. - Practice Areas Open
9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. - Round Two Starting Times, Holes #1/#10
1:00 p.m.-3:30 p.m. - Hosted Buffet
Following Play - Awards
Championship Guidelines
NGA Championship Guidelines
Exemptions
List of Exempt Players
Terms of Competition
Entry Form Terms of Competition
Player Memorandum
Player Memorandum - Championship
Pace of Play Information
Championship Pace of Play Policy
Rules Documents
NGA 2021 Local Rules and Terms of Competition
Championship Notice to Players (Draft)
Four-Ball Scoring
Four-Ball Scorecard Requirements
The Player's Club
12101 Deer Creek Drive
Omaha, NE 68142
Golf Shop Phone - (402) 963-9950
Website - playersclubomaha.com
General Manager - Tim Halpine
Head Professional - Don Germer
Head Superintendent - Ahren Wonderlich
Course Yardage
| HOLE | PAR | YARDAGE | ALTERNATE YARDAGES |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 4 | 414 | |
| 2 | 4 | 422 | |
| 3 | 3 | 197 | 160 |
| 4 | 4 | 380 | |
| 5 | 4 | 380 | |
| 6 | 4 | 438 | |
| 7 | 4 | 371 | |
| 8 | 3 | 200 | 171 |
| 9 | 5 | 520 | |
| Out | 35 | 3,322 |
| HOLE | PAR | YARDAGE | ALTERNATE YARDAGES |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 | 4 | 415 | |
| 11 | 4 | 399 | |
| 12 | 4 | 407 | |
| 13 | 3 | 200 | 170 |
| 14 | 4 | 400 | |
| 15 | 4 | 442 | |
| 16 | 3 | 180 | 160 |
| 17 | 4 | 338 | |
| 18 | 5 | 550 | |
| In | 35 | 3,331 | |
| Total | 70 | 6,653 |
Easley/Wisdom win with birdie on second playoff hole.
| YEAR | CHAMPIONS | SCORE | SITE |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | David Easley, Lincoln & Joel Wisdom, Omaha | 130 (-12)* | Fremont Golf Club |
| 2019 | Ryan Knispel, Omaha & Ryan Nietfeldt, Elkhorn | 135 (-7)* | The Players Club, Omaha |
| 2018 | Alex Farrell, Elkhorn & Chris Green, Elkhorn | 132 (-10)* | The Players Club, Omaha |
| 2017 | Dylan Heng, Bellevue & Lance Lawson, Norfolk | 125 (-19) | Awarii Dunes Golf Club, Axtell |
| 2016 | Philip Maschka, Omaha & Greg Stanek, Bellevue | 131 (-11) | The Players Club, Omaha |
| 2015 | Travis Minzel, Lincoln & Scott Tridle, Lincoln | 134 (-8) | The Players Club, Omaha |
| 2014 | Adam Cordes, Bellevue & Brian Fehr, LaVista | 69 (-3)* | Platteview Country Club, Bellevue** |
| 2013 | Adam Cordes, Bellevue & Brian Fehr, LaVista | 136 (-8) | Platteview Country Club, Bellevue |
| 2012 | David Easley , Lincoln & Joel Wisdom, Omaha | 136 (-8) | ArborLinks, Nebraska City |
| 2011 | Travis Minzel, Lincoln & Scott Tridle, Lincoln | 137 (-7)* | ArborLinks, Nebraska City |
| 2010 | Jayson Brueggemann, Lincoln & Patrick Duffy, Omaha | 136 (-6) | Quarry Oaks Golf Club, Ashland |
| 2009 | Knox Jones, Lincoln & John Sajevic, Fremont | 129 (-15) | Willow Lakes Golf Course, Bellevue |
| 2008 | Brad Dubisar , Omaha & Trent Morrison, Omaha | 127 (-17) | Willow Lakes Golf Course, Bellevue |
| 2007 | Jay Muller, Omaha & Curt Tate, Omaha | 131 (-13)* | Willow Lakes Golf Course, Bellevue |
| 2006 | David Easley , Lincoln & Joel Wisdom, Omaha | 132 (-10) | Firethorn Golf Club, Lincoln |
| 2005 | Knox Jones, Lincoln & John Sajevic, Fremont | 133 (-9)* | Firethorn Golf Club, Lincoln |
| 2004 | Patrick Duffy, Omaha & Mark Nevrivy, Omaha | 134 (-10) | Willow Lakes Golf Course, Bellevue |
| 2003 | Jeff Churchich, Omaha & Matt Petersen, Omaha | 132 (-12) | Willow Lakes Golf Course, Bellevue |
| 2002 | Knox Jones, Lincoln & John Sajevic, Fremont | 135 (-9)* | Willow Lakes Golf Course, Bellevue |
*Won in playoff
**Shortened due to severe weather
Nebraska Four-Ball Championship Records 2002-2020
Champions
Most titles as a team: 3, Knox Jones, Lincoln and John Sajevic, Fremont (2002, 2005, 2009); David Easley, Lincoln and Joel Wisdom, Omaha (2006, 2012, 2020); 2, Travis Minzel, Lincoln and Scott Tridle, Lincoln (2011, 2015); Adam Cordes, Bellevue and Brian Fehr, La Vista (2013, 2014)
Consecutive titles: 2, Adam Cordes, Bellevue and Brian Fehr, La Vista (2013-2014)
Longest Span, First to Last Victory: 14 years, David Easley, Lincoln and Joel Wisdom, Omaha (2006, 2020)
Longest Span Between Victories: 8 years, David Easley, Lincoln and Joel Wisdom, Omaha (2012, 2020)
Course
Most Times Host Site:
Willow Lakes Golf Course 6
The Players Club 4
Platteview Country Club 2
ArborLinks 2
Firethorn Golf Club 2
Scoring
Low Score, 36 Holes: 125 (19-under), Dylan Heng, Bellevue and Lance Lawson, Norfolk, 2017 (Awarii Dunes GC); 127 (17-under), Brad Dubisar, Omaha and Trent Morrison, Omaha, 2008 (Willow Lakes GC); 129 (15-under), Knox Jones, Lincoln and John Sajevic, Fremont, 2009 (Willow Lakes GC)
Most Strokes Under Par, 36 Holes: 19-under (125), Dylan Heng, Bellevue and Lance Lawson, Norfolk, 2017 (Awarii Dunes GC); 17-under (127), Brad Dubisar, Omaha and Trent Morrison, Omaha, 2008 (Willow Lakes GC); 15-under (129), Knox Jones, Lincoln and John Sajevic, Fremont, 2009 (Willow Lakes GC)
Lowest Score, Any Round: 61 (11-under), Dylan Heng, Bellevue and Lance Lawson, Norfolk, 2017 (Awarii Dunes GC); 62 (10-under), Justin Hamilton, Omaha and Kevin Stanek, Bellevue, 2008 (Willow Lakes GC); Knox Jones, Lincoln and John Sajevic, Fremont, 2009 (Willow Lakes GC); 62 (9-under), Andy Sajevic, Omaha and John Sajevic, Fremont, 2020 (Fremont GC)
Most Strokes Under Par, Any Round: 11-under (61), Dylan Heng, Bellevue and Lance Lawson, Norfolk, 2017 (Awarii Dunes GC); 10-under (62), Justin Hamilton, Omaha and Kevin Stanek, Bellevue, 2008 (Willow Lakes GC); Knox Jones, Lincoln and John Sajevic, Fremont, 2009 (Willow Lakes GC); 9-under (62), Andy Sajevic, Omaha and John Sajevic, Fremont, 2020 (Fremont GC); 9-under (63), 3 times.
Lowest Score, First Round: 63 (9-under), Patrick Duffy, Omaha and Mark Nevrivy, Omaha, 2004 (Willow Lakes GC)
Lowest Score, Final Round: 61 (11-under), Dylan Heng, Bellevue and Lance Lawson, Norfolk, 2017 (Awarii Dunes GC); 62 (10-under), Justin Hamilton, Omaha and Kevin Stanek, Bellevue, 2008 (Willow Lakes GC); Knox Jones, Lincoln and John Sajevic, Fremont, 2009 (Willow Lakes GC); 62 (9-under), Andy Sajevic, Omaha and John Sajevic, Fremont, 2020 (Fremont GC)
Largest Winning Margin: 5, Dylan Heng, Bellevue and Lance Lawson, Norfolk, 2017 (Awarii Dunes GC); 3, Jeff Churchich, Omaha and Matt Petersen, Omaha, 2003 (Willow Lakes GC); Patrick Duffy, Omaha and Mark Nevrivy, Omaha, 2004 (Willow Lakes GC)
Highest Score by Winner, First Round: 69 (2-under), Ryan Knispel, Omaha and Ryan Nietfeldt, Elkhorn, 2019 (The Players Club); 69 (3-under), Adam Cordes, Bellevue and Brian Fehr, La Vista, 2014 (Platteview CC)
Highest Score by Winner, Final Round: 71 (1-under), Patrick Duffy, Omaha and Mark Nevrivy, Omaha, 2004 (Willow Lakes GC); Travis Minzel, Lincoln and Scott Tridle, Lincoln, 2011 (ArborLinks)
Highest Winning Score: 137 (7-under), Travis Minzel, Lincoln and Scott Tridle, Lincoln, 2011 (ArborLinks)
Most Teams Under Par, 36 holes: 36, 2007 (Willow Lakes GC)
Fewest Teams Under Par, 36 holes: 7, 2010 (Quarry Oaks GC); 2011 (ArborLinks)
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