Lincoln, NE – The 2025 Union Bank & Trust Pro + Ladies Jamboree, held on May 5th at The Country Club of Lincoln, showcased exceptional talent and a steadfast commitment to promoting girls’ junior golf across Nebraska. This annual event, organized by the Nebraska PGA, Nebraska Golf Association, and the Nebraska Women’s Amateur Golf Association (NWAGA), brought together professionals and amateurs in a spirited competition supporting youth golf initiatives.
The highlight of this year’s event came from Seth Porter, PGA Associate of The Club at Indian Creek, who fired a 63 (-10)—tying the course record at The Country Club of Lincoln. After starting 1-over through his first six holes, he played the final 12 holes at 11-under par showcasing a heater of a lifetime.
CCL’s very own Mark Foelbaek, PGA and Jim White, PGA MP of The Fairways at Lincoln tied for second place with impressive rounds of 68 (-5). A total of 10 Nebraska PGA Professionals fired rounds under par showcasing the talent in the Section.
In the team portion of the event, Nebraska PGA Professionals were paired with three NWAGA members from their home clubs to compete in a two net best-ball format across three separate flights.
Winning the Laura Saf flight with an impressive score of -19 was the team led by Justin Herron, PGA (Oak Hills Country Club), along with teammates Kim Anderson, Kelly Sudbeck, and Lisa Schaffer.
Taking home first in the Sarah Sasse Flight with a field-best score of -21 was the team led by Jon Moore, PGA (Champions Run), along with teammates Laura O’Connor, Melissa Reiner, and Courtney Mann.
Finally, winning the Susan Marchese Flight with a round of -16 was the team led by Kevin Drew, PGA (PGA of America), along with teammates Emily Gonderinger, Breanne Falley, and Stephanie Siegert.
The collaboration between club professionals and amateur women golfers made for spirited play and strong camaraderie. While competition was fierce, the event’s true impact lies in its mission to support and grow girls’ junior golf. Proceeds from the Jamboree directly benefit three key initiatives:
The Laura Saf Scholarship – supporting individual junior girls striving to reach elite levels of competition.
PGA REACH Nebraska’s Clubs FORE Youth Program – equipping high school girls’ golf programs with quality clubs, carts, and PGA instruction.
NWAGA’s TEE Grant – helping cover tournament entry fees, equipment, and travel for junior female golfers across Nebraska.
These programs have already changed lives. Notably, several high school teams who benefited from the Clubs FORE Youth program have qualified for the state tournament and seen increased participation.
The event wouldn’t be possible without the support of its generous sponsors, including Union Bank & Trust, E-Z-GO/Miller & Sons Golf Cars, Chesterman Co. Coca-Cola, and Tito’s Handmade Vodka. We would also like to thank all of the hole sponsors and teams that signed up to compete in such a special event that continues to make a profound impact in our communities.
Finally, we also want to thank the entire staff at The Country Club of Lincoln for once again stepping up to host this event. We’re already looking forward to the sixth edition of the event!
ABOUT THE NEBRASKA SECTION PGA
The Nebraska Section PGA is a non-for-profit organization comprised of over 300 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.
ABOUT THE NEBRASKA GOLF ASSOCIATION
The Nebraska Golf Association (NebGolf), founded in 1966, is comprised of all members of public and private clubs and/or municipal or regional golf associations which utilize an approved handicap service recognized by the USGA and provided by NebGolf. Our mission is to uphold and promote the game of golf and its values to all golfers in Nebraska. Among the duties of the Association include governance of member clubs and service as their handicapping and course rating authority, conduct of state golf championships, local USGA qualifying & other notable competitions, promotion of junior golf, presentation of worthwhile educational programs and support of allied golf organizations in Nebraska. The Nebraska Golf Association is an Allied Golf Association of the USGA and carries out core services including Handicap Administration and Oversight, Course Rating, Rules of Golf and Rules of Amateur Status, Tournaments and USGA Championship Qualifiers and USGA Initiatives and Community Programs.
ABOUT THE NEBRASKA WOMEN’S AMATEUR GOLF ASSOCIATION
The Nebraska Women’s Amateur Golf Association (NWAGA), founded in 1973, is an organization of golf clubs and individuals governed by amateur women golfers and formed for the purpose of promoting and conserving the best interests and true spirit of the game of golf for all women in the State of Nebraska. As NWAGA members, your participation and support is integral to NWAGA’s success and will continue to enliven our efforts.