February 2021 OFFICERS/BOARD NEBRASKA PGA STAFF
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February 2021 OFFICERS/BOARD NEBRASKA PGA STAFF President—Gil Russell, PGA Executive Director/CEO—David Honnens, PGA Vice President—Dawn Neujahr, PGA Managing Director—Seth Scollard, PGA Secretary—Mike Schuchart, PGA Tournament Director—Vincent Bachteler, PGA Nebraska Junior Golf Director/PGA REACH Honorary President—Nathan Kalin, PGA Programming Assistant—Kurt Karcher, PGA Board Member—Nick Wanderscheid, PGA Operations Manager—Renee Tyson Board Member—Joe Sutter, PGA Development Officer—Bob Danenhauer Digital Media Specialist—Brett Renner PAGE 2 Nebraska PGA News February 2021 PAGE 3 Nebraska PGA News February 2021 PAGE 4 Nebraska PGA News February 2021 Check out our NE PGA Golf Pass Website Learn more about our affiliate program HERE PAGE 5 Nebraska PGA News February 2021 By Bob Denney—PGA Historian Emeritus PGA Hall of Famer Bob Popp Sr., whose combined national and local leadership in promoting professional education elevated the Nebraska PGA Section, passed away Jan. 31, in Port St. Lucie, Florida, following complications of congestive heart failure. He was 91. Prior to his death, Popp was the fourth longest serving PGA Member at 71 years. Born Feb. 9, 1929, in Belleville, Illinois, Popp grew up into a golf family, and took his first job at his father Ted’s nine-hole Oak Hill Golf Course, which featured sand greens. “Dad said they used to save old motor oil and mix it with sand on the greens,” said Bob Popp Jr., the oldest of Popp’s two sons. “That combination made for a slick putting surface.” Popp competed on the PGA Tour for four seasons, primarily during the “West Coast Swing,” and recorded 17 lifetime holes-in-one. He captured the 1961 and ’65 Nebraska PGA Section Championship, and competed in four PGA Champi- onships and three Senior PGA Championships (today's KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship). Popp held PGA Professional positions in Maysville, Kentucky and Lancaster, Ohio, before arriving at Omaha Country Club on Jan. 1, 1959, where he spent 31 years before retiring in 1990. Popp served as president of the Nebraska PGA Section (1973-75), but declined to run for national office due to it necessitating too much time away from his duties at Omaha Country Club (OCC). Elected to PGA Membership in 1949, Popp served a rare three terms in three separate decades on the PGA Board of Directors -- 1969-70; 1976-78 and 1985-87. During those years, Popp was a member of the 1967 Ryder Cup Com- mittee; chair of the PGA Education Department; the “Second Tour” Committee (today’s Korn Ferry Tour); and the Sen- ior Tour Committee (today’s PGA TOUR Champions). Popp also served on the PGA Junior Golf Committee and was named the 1982 national PGA Golf Professional of the Year, the PGA’s highest annual honor. One of the most decorated Nebraska PGA members, Popp was the Section’s 1965 Teacher of the Year; the 1978 and ‘82 Section Professional of the Year; 1981 PGA Professional Development Award recipient; and won the 1991 Section Herb Davis Award for promotion of golf in Nebraska. Popp was inducted into the Nebraska Golf Hall of Fame in 1992, and became a PGA Hall of Fame member in 2005. “The PGA of America is saddened by the passing of Bob Popp, one of the longest serving PGA members and a legend of the Nebraska PGA Section. Bob’s more than 70 years representing the PGA exemplified how PGA Professionals ful- fill many roles. We send our thoughts and prayers to his wife, Betty, and family”, said Jim Richerson, President of the PGA of America. Retiring to PGA Village in Port St. Lucie, Florida, Popp was a regular competitor in the PGA Winter Championships. He won the Half-Century Championship in 2003, reserved for PGA Members with 50 or more years of service. Popp is survived by his wife, Betty, of 72 years; and sons Bob Jr. and Tony. PAGE 6 Nebraska PGA News February 2021 DISCLAIMER - Limited time offer. Exclusions, terms and conditions apply. Click here for details. Offer may be modified or terminat- ed at any time without notice. *Personalized Picks are personal to you & may not be included in the offer/discount. PAGE 7 Nebraska PGA News February 2021 During the 2021 PGA Merchandise Show and the NGCOA's Golf Business Conference we de- buted the 'Inclusion Guidelines for Golf Facili- ties'. This easy assessment tool is broken into four categories, Marketing & Communications, Policies & Practices, Physical Environment and Welcoming Staff. Each team member takes a chapter and answers the questions, then the team gathers to share their results. Most of the improvements are cost free and will help make facilities more welcoming for all. On the left, you will find a link that will take you directly to the document along with a half hour video clip on the 'Inclusion Guidelines for Golf Facilities'. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to Linnet Carty at [email protected]. Standouts: Black Women in Golf The PGA of America and GoodSport Media has launched the ONYX Video Series - Standouts: Black Women in Golf. View the first and second episodes of the inspirational five-part series documenting Renee Fluker and Renee Powell, PGA. PAGE 8 Nebraska PGA News February 2021 “Being selected as the Facility of the Year in the Nebraska Section PGA is the pinnacle of recognition for the team’s effort at Happy Hol- low in 2020. Since March, I had the privilege and honor to have a front row seat in witness- ing the entire staff go above and beyond in providing and displaying value to the members and guests under tremendously difficult pandemic challenges. I am so honored to be part of this team at Hap- py Hollow.” - General Manager Dave Schneider, PGA PAGE 9 Nebraska PGA News February 2021 Presented by Callaway Golf, Harris Golf Cars and Vinnie Krikac’s State Farm Insurance Agency, Ne- braska PGA Professionals and their teams of Ama- teurs teed it up at Casca- ta Golf Club for the final round of the Nebraska PGA Vegas Classic. The private facility and Rees Jones Design featuring a 3,600-foot Red Mountain set up for a fantastic fin- ish to the 31st edition of the event. Playing condi- tions were slightly better than the day before at TPC Summerlin, but chilly air and consistent winds impacted play once again. View Leader- board and Read full arti- cle….. PAGE 10 Nebraska PGA News February 2021 PAGE 11 Nebraska PGA News February 2021 PGA Disaster Relief Fund In times of unexpected need from catastrophes, such as this past week’s winter storm, the PGA Disaster Relief Fund is available to help. To make a contribution to help your fellow PGA Members through the PGA Disaster Relief Fund, please click here. Virtual PGA Merchandise Show Available On-Demand Did you miss the Virtual PGA Show? No worries, it's now available for you to watch on-demand. Catch up on industry presentations and earn MSR Credits by watching workshops on the PGA Show website! Patriot Golf Day Moved To Memorial Day This is the first time the nationwide annual fund- raiser will be conducted in conjunction with the holiday that commemorates those that paid the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Read more PGA Financial Assistance Fund Schol- arship Application ***New deadline The application deadline for the PGA Financial As- sistance Fund Scholarship has changed. The new deadline is Monday, April 5, 2021, 11:59 pm/ Pacific Time. The PGA Financial Assistance Fund Scholarship application is available online. Help put your kids on the fast-track to success with scholarship mon- ey from the PGA of America. Click here to access the application. PAGE 12 Nebraska PGA News February 2021 In the last few months we have had a significant number of our Mem- bers and Associates change employment. In an effort to keep your PGA information current, if you have changed your employment or member class, please fill out a change form online at pga.org or you may contact Renee Tyson at [email protected] or 402-489-7760. PGA of America and Rolex Sign Landmark Deal Rolex Becomes Official Timekeeper & Partner of PGA Championship, KPMG Women’s PGA Championship, KitchenAid Senior PGA Championship and the PGA Professional Championship; Also Elevated to Ryder Cup Worldwide Partner Read full press release Updates on Complimentary Access for PGA Members Interested in updates on complimentary access to Major Championships and Tour Events? We all continue to work through challenges presented by COVID-19 and appreciate your understand- ing. 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