Omaha, NE – Nebraska PGA Golf Professionals and local amateur golfers gathered today at Happy Hollow Club for the annual PGA REACH Nebraska Pro-Am, enjoying what many would consider one of the best weather days of the year for golf while raising critical funds to support the PGA REACH Nebraska Foundation.
The event brought together PGA Professionals, business leaders, community supporters, and golf enthusiasts from across the Section for a day of competition, camaraderie, and philanthropy. Funds raised through the Pro-Am will directly support PGA REACH Nebraska programs that positively impact the lives of youth, military veterans, and diverse communities through the game of golf.
This year’s event was hosted at Happy Hollow Club, widely regarded as one of Nebraska’s premier private golf clubs. Known for its rich history, exceptional course conditions, and commitment to excellence, Happy Hollow Club once again provided a first-class setting for one of the Section’s most important fundraising events of the year.
Team Champions (21-under)
• Tony Baranowski, PGA – (Platteview Golf Club)
• Adam Sautter
• Brett Sasse
• Drew Callahan
• Trevor Meader
Professional Champion
• Ryan Vermeer, PGA (Happy Hollow Club) — 67 (4-under)
Playing on his home course, Vermeer delivered an impressive round to claim individual Professional honors, while the championship team combined strong play and consistency throughout the day.
“The combination of outstanding weather, a premier host venue, and generous support from our partners made this year’s Pro-Am a tremendous success,” said Seth Scollard, Nebraska PGA Assistant Executive Director. “Events like this are critical to the continued growth of PGA REACH Nebraska and allow us to expand our impact across the Section. We’re incredibly grateful to our host facility, sponsors, PGA Professionals, and amateur participants for helping make a difference through the game of golf.”
More than just a golf tournament, the PGA REACH Nebraska Pro-Am serves as a celebration of the game’s ability to bring people together while supporting meaningful programs throughout the Nebraska Section. Each year, the event plays a vital role in helping the Foundation fulfill its mission of Positively Impacting Lives Through the Game of Golf, ensuring more individuals have access to the opportunities, relationships, and life-changing experiences the game provides.
The PGA REACH Nebraska Pro-Am remains one of the Foundation’s signature fundraising events and continues to showcase the strength of Nebraska’s golf community while creating a lasting impact for those served by PGA REACH Nebraska programs.
Click HERE for the full results from today’s event.
About the PGA REACH Nebraska
PGA REACH Nebraska is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization and the charitable arm of the Nebraska Section PGA. PGA REACH Nebraska is program-based and supported by the Nebraska Section PGA Golf Professionals. PGA REACH Nebraska’s mission is to positively impact lives through the game of golf. The Foundation has 3 core pillars of focus: Military, Youth and Inclusion. Each pillar is supported by programs that are executed to carry out our mission.