Lincoln, NE – Presented by Club Car and Nebraska Golf & Turf, the Nebraska PGA Pro-Am circuit resumed with 28 teams competing at Hillcrest Country Club. On what could only be described as a top-five weather day, Nebraska PGA Professionals competed in a stroke-play format while also teaming up with three amateurs in the popular Lone Ranger team competition.
In the Lone Ranger format, one team member is designated as the “Lone Ranger” on each hole. This role rotates throughout the round—Player A takes the 1st hole, Player B the 2nd, Player C the 3rd, Player D the 4th, and back to Player A on the 5th, and so on.
The Professional-only division saw impressive scoring, with seven Nebraska PGA Professionals finishing under par. Leading the way was Carson Schaake (Tiburon Golf Club), who continued his outstanding season with a commanding win. Schaake carded seven birdies and just one bogey en route to a 66 (6-under).
Justin Herron, PGA (Oak Hills Country Club) finished solo second with a strong 68 (4-under), while Ryan Vermeer, PGA (Happy Hollow Club) and Brady Schnell (Firethorn Golf Club) shared third place with matching 69s (3-under). Jon Petersen, PGA (Tiburon Golf Club) claimed Senior Professional honors with a solid round of 71 (1-under).
In the team competition, two squads tied at the top after 18 holes to share Lone Ranger honors. Carson Schaake partnered with Tom Cockle, Kipp Kissinger, and Troy Lagasse, while Justin Herron teamed up with Justin Clements, Tim Petersen, and Steve Haakinson. Both teams kept mistakes to a minimum and capitalized on birdie opportunities throughout the day.
Three other teams finished just one stroke behind, tying for runner-up at 8-under.
Special thanks go to Director of Golf Mike Brown, PGA, and the entire professional staff at Hillcrest Country Club for their outstanding hospitality and event coordination.
We also extend our gratitude to presenting sponsor Club Car (Nebraska Golf & Turf) and supporting partners:
Gregg Young Automotive Group, Lucky Eleven Hospitality Group, Vinnie Krikac’s State Farm Insurance Agency, Chesterman Co. Coca-Cola, White Claw Hard Seltzer, Twisted Tea, and Coors Light—each of whom played a vital role in making the event a success.
The Nebraska Section PGA continues its Pro-Am series with the next stop at Firethorn Golf Club. We look forward to another exciting day of competition and camaraderie.
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ABOUT THE NEBRASKA SECTION PGA
The Nebraska Section PGA is a non-for-profit organization comprised of over 340 PGA Members and PGA Associates who strive to promote the enjoyment and growth of the game of golf. The Nebraska Section PGA encompasses the entire State of Nebraska, western fifth of Iowa and a small portion of South Dakota including Dakota Dunes and Yankton. The Section office is located in Lincoln, NE and acts as a resource for local and national golf information for the golf professional and amateur player alike. Our members are often referred to as “Club Professionals”, not to be mistaken as PGA Tour Professionals.
Each Nebraska Section PGA Professional serves as an expert in the ever-changing business of golf. They are the leading expert players and teachers, skilled business managers, community leaders, and superior merchandisers who have dedicated their careers to the local delivery of these services.