Some of the top golfers in Nevada earned prestigious Player of the Year honors from the Northern Nevada Golf Association. The recognition concluded another stellar season for the NNGA with a deep tournament schedule at top courses with top players.
Look for additional news and features with some of these players as the new Nevada Golf organization and website evolves.
As a remember, the NNGA and Southern Nevada Golf Association are now one with the formation of Nevada Golf as of Jan. 1, 2026. As members, you are eligible to play in any Northern Region, Southern Region or combined state Major Events.
“It was another terrific year for the NNGA, and we want to thank all of the players for supporting our events plus the golf course owners and operators for welcoming us, and our rules officials who help throughout the season,” said Cameron MacGregor, Northern Region Executive Director. “We look forward to a strong 2026 as we embark on a new era of Nevada Golf.”
Check out the NNGA Players of the Year below:
Women’s Scratch – Emily Byrne
Women’s Net – Lisa Ciorciari
Women’s Senior Scratch – Carolyn Smith Cressey
Women’s Senior Net – Elaine Smith-Hytner
Women’s Super Senior Net – Lorna Johnston
Berta Kirchner – Jana Garner
Men’s Scratch – Trent Virden
Men’s Net – John Tovar
Men’s Senior Scratch – Steve Sear
Men’s Senior Net – Jason Koop
Men’s Senior Silver Scratch – Clifford Smith
Men’s Senior Silver Net – Dennis Rash
Men’s Senior Gold Net – Richard Flores
