Atlanta Journal-Constitution community support Billboards in Las Vegas have celebrated the recent success of Rebel golf Rebels On The PGA Tour Eight former UNLV men's golfers are currently on the PGA Tour and have won a combined 29 PGA Tour titles, including Adam Scott's 2013 Masters victory. The Rebel program ranks No. 1 in the nation in the Rivals Cup PGA Tour Rankings. REBELS’ ALL-TIME PGA TOUR ROSTER Player ...........................At UNLV ...........On Tour .......Victories Jeremy Anderson ..........1996-00 ..............2001 Chad Campbell ..............1995-96 ...........2001-SA ..............4 Derek Ernst ...................2008-12 ...........2012-SA ..............1 Ed Fryatt ........................1991-94 ...........2000-02 Andres Gonzales ...........2003-06 ...........2011-SA Charley Hoffman............1995-99 ...........2006-SA ..............4 Skip Kendall ...................1982-86 ...........1993-15 Bill Lunde .......................1993-98 ...........2009-SA ..............1 Ryan Moore ...................2001-05 ...........2006-SA ..............5 Ted Oh ...........................1995-97 ..............2008 Chris Riley .....................1992-96 ...........1999-SA ..............1 Adam Scott ....................1998-99 ...........2003-SA .............13 t the 2010 Justin Timberlake Shriners Hospitals for Children Open, the PGA Tour's annual stop in Las Vegas, the Rebel Ranch was cre- A ated. The Rebel Ranch was a UNLV-branded hospitality area on the UNLV head coach 18th fairway at TPC Summerlin that offered an up-close view of the finishing Dwaine Knight at the hole with indoor and outdoor seating. Special UNLV programming took place Justin Timberlake each day of the PGA Tour event, but most notable was the UNLV Men's Golf Shriners Hospitals for Day. The Rebels' 1998 national championship team was celebrated and many Children Open's Rebel of that team's members were on hand, including head coach Dwaine Knight, to Ranch event. participate in a round-table discussion. At the 2010 Justin Timberlake Shriners Hospitals for Children Open, a round-table discussion was held with Coach Knight, former Rebels on the PGA Tour and members of UNLV's 1998 national championship team. It was hosted by Jack Sheehan. Rebels On The PGA Tour UNLV was the only school to have three former golfers finish in the top 21 of the 2010 FedEx Cup Standings. UNLV was the only school to have three former golfers finish in the top 21 of the 2010 FedEx Cup standings: Charley Hoffman was fourth, Adam Scott was 19th and Ryan Moore was 21st. Chad Campbell, Charley Hoffman and Bill Lunde. The marquee outside of the Thomas & Mack Center promoted the Rebel Ranch event in advance. Coach Knight and Charley Hoffman wore mustaches as part of the "Get Your Reb On" campaign. Chris Berry, Jeremy Anderson and Chris Riley during the discussion. Many athletics department members were in attendance including the UNLV cheerleaders. From The Presidents Letter from the President: In 1988, the Rebel Golf Foundation was formed to encourage and promote a UNLV Men’s Golf program and compete at the highest level of collegiate athletics and academics. With the support of the Board and all the Rebel Golf Foundation members, the foundation continues to remain strong and provide the financial support that the UNLV Men’s Golf Team needs to continue to flourish both on and off the golf course. The Board will continue in the coming year to pursue its fund raising efforts in order to continue the mandate of the foundation. This organization was started by community leaders in Southern Nevada and continues to be supported by community leaders, former players and their parents, and other interested parties who love the game of golf. The Rebel Golf Foundation works in conjunction with UNLV’s - President, Athletic Director, and Golf Coaches to further the efforts of the UNLV Men’s Golf Team by providing financial assistance and counsel. With that support, the UNLV Men’s Golf Team has become a golf program with a national reputation for athletic excellence, scholarship and personal achievement. The important annual contributions of the Rebel Golf Foundation’s approximately 200 members, combined with other outside contributions, will assure the contin ued grown of the program’s endowment. The annual contributions of the members of the Rebel Golf Foundation are critical to the health and financial stability of this foundation. On behalf of the Board of Directors and all of those who benefit from the Rebel Golf Foundation, we thank each member and contributor for their support. - As the 2016-17 campaign begins, there are currently five former Rebels with PGA Tour playing privileges, and seven who have at least one or more PGA Tour victories. Two former Rebels won this past year on the PGA Tour and the clinching Ryder Cup point was won by Ryan Moore. Other former Rebels will be playing the Web.com Tour. While the Rebel Golf Foundation is extremely proud of these young men for their accomplishments on the golf course, we are equal ly proud of how they handle themselves professionally, their loyalty to the university, and to the Rebel Golf program. The Foundation is also proud of all the former players who pursued careers in other professions, becoming businessmen, attorneys, leaders in their communities, and even golf coaches. With your continued contribution and the hard work of my fellow board members and officers, the Rebel Golf Foundation can continue to help our student-athletes receive a quality education while annually competing for a national championship. Through the combined efforts of the Rebel Golf Foundation, Coach Knight, Coach Rowe, and your efforts, we can maintain one of the preeminent collegiate golf programs in the country. Daniel J. Albregts Academics CLASSROOM SUCCESS “Success in the classroom is essential to success on the golf course, so we offer our student-athletes as much support academically as they get athletically. Academics are and must remain the top priority for our student-athletes.” -- Sydney Lisy, Men's Golf Academic Advisor Rebel Golf And Academics Rebel golf boasted yet another ver since its first classroom opened in 1957, UNLV has been on the outstanding year in the classroom in rise in the world of higher education. From dusty lots with only a few 2015-16. Shintaro Ban, Ben Davis, Harry Ebuildings to a lush, ever-expanding setting, the campus has continued Hall, AJ McInerney and John Oda each to respond to the demands stemming from an increasing enrollment. received Academic All-Mountain West accolades. It was the second straight The University boasts nationally competitive business programs and a year that Ban and Oda were recognized school of hotel administration that attracts students from around the globe. with the award. But with 246 degree programs in 15 schools and colleges, UNLV offers the To be eligible for selection to the Academic All-MW team, student-athlete an array of educational opportunities. student-athletes must have completed at least one academic term UNLV maintains an academic support system for its student-athletes at the school while maintaining a cumulative grade point average that is designed to ensure success on and off the fields of play. Housed in the of 3.0 or better, and be a starter or significant contributor on their team. Academic Success Center, academic advisors work with the 17 men’s and Also, Oda was named a MW Scholar-Athlete. It was the sec- women’s sports ensuring student-athletes receive personalized care regard- ond straight year that Oda made the list. ing their progress in education. The MW Scholar-Athlete Award is one of the highest academ- Advisors work with their sport-specific student-athletes in schedul- ic honors bestowed by the conference. To be eligible for selection, ing, tutoring, degree progress and NCAA eligibility. Providing even greater student-athletes must have completed at least two academic terms challenges, students who maintain a 3.5 grade point average can apply for at the member institution, while maintaining a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or better, and have participated in varsity entrance into UNLV’s honors program. competition in an NCAA-sponsored sport. In 2014-15, four Rebel golfers earned Academic All-MW hon- ors, while six were recognized in 2013-14. Over the last 12 years, a total of 48 UNLV men's golfers have earned such recognition, while since the 2004-05 season, at least one Rebel golf student-athlete has been recognized with the MW Scholar-Athlete Award each season. In addition, since 2000, 13 UNLV men's golfers have earned All-America Scholar honors including McInerney in 2016. As a team, the 2014-15 Rebels were recognized with the Golf Coaches Association of America (GCAA) All-Academic Team Award. Consistency in the classroom has become a hallmark of Coach Knight's program as he UNLV men’s golf team had a recent string of 24 straight semesters with a 3.0 team grade point average or higher. Former Rebel golfer Ryan Moore Two-time Academic All-Mountain West honoree and Parker Award became just the second Rebel ever Winner Scott Lander was joined by head coach Dwaine Knight to earn Academic All-America honors and his wife, Debbie, at his graduation. when he was named to the second team in 2004-05. Home Course SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS GOLF CLUB 18TH HOLE The finishing hole is the longest on the course, a massive 622-yard, par 5. The fairway is bisected by a stream. Playing the hole uphill and to the left is more dangerous but presents a shorter route and a better shot into the green. Taking the low road to the right will keep you out of trouble most of the way, but leaves you with a blind shot across water to the green. The choice is all yours. hen Southern Highlands opened its doors and fairways in 2000, the months after the course opened, it was deemed worthy by the $4.25 million advance billing foretold that it was going to be a great course, clearly Invensys Classic PGA Tour event to join the three-course rotation.