2010-11 UNLV Men's Golf Guide

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Atlanta Journal-Constitution


Las Vegas Review-Journal


Rebels On The PGA Tour

Seven former UNLV men's golfers are currently on the PGA Tour and have won a combined 16 PGA Tour titles. Rebels’ All-Time PGA Tour Roster Player............................At UNLV............On Tour........Victories Jeremy Anderson...........1996-00...............2001 Chad Campbell...............1995-96............2001-SA...............4 Ed Fryatt.........................1991-94............ 2000-02 Charley Hoffman............1995-99............2006-SA...............2 Skip Kendall....................1982-86............1993-SA Bill Lunde........................1993-98............2009-SA...............1 Ryan Moore....................2001-05............2006-SA...............1 Ted Oh............................1995-97...............2008 Chris Riley......................1992-96............1999-SA...............1 Adam Scott.....................1998-99............2003-SA...............7

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t the 2010 Justin Timberlake Shriners Hospitals for Children Open, the PGA Tour's annual stop in Las Vegas, the Rebel Ranch was created. The Rebel Ranch is a UNLV branded hospitality area on the 18th fairway at TPC Summerlin that offers an up-close view of the finishing hole with indoor and outdoor seating. Special UNLV programming took place each day of the PGA Tour event, but most notable was the UNLV Men's Golf Day. The Rebels' 1998 national championship team was celebrated and many of that team's members were on hand, including head coach Dwaine Knight, to 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.

UNLV head coach Dwaine Knight at the Justin Timberlake Shriners Hospitals for Children Open's Rebel Ranch event.


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 new "Get Your Reb On" campaign.

Many athletics department members were in attendance including the UNLV cheerleaders.

Chris Berry, Jeremy Anderson and Chris Riley during the discussion.


From The Presidents

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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.”

-- David Jackson, Director of Student-Athlete Academic Services and Men's Golf Academic Advisor

E Rebel Golf And Academics

Rebel golf boasted yet another outstanding year in the classroom in 2009-10. Brett Kanda, Kevin Penner and Colby Smith each received Academic All-Mountain West Conference accolades. Kanda was selected for the fourth straight year, while Smith was recognized for the second year in a row. Penner was a freshman. Also, Smith was named a MWC Scholar-Athlete for the second consecutive year. Additionally, Kanda was named a Cleveland Golf/Srixon All-America Scholar for the second straight year for Division I. In 2008-09, two Rebel golfers earned Academic All-MWC, while in both 2007-08 and 2006-07, four were recognized. In 2005-06, six Rebel golfers were on the academic all-conference team and in 2004-05, UNLV had eight such honorees - a group that was led by former student-athlete Ryan Moore, who was named a second team Academic All-American. Moore was just the second Rebel ever to earn that distinction. Over the last decade, Rebel golf has had 12 All-America Scholars and four Academic All-Americans.

ver since its first classroom opened in 1957, UNLV has been on the rise in the world of higher education. From dusty lots with only a few buildings to a lush, ever-expanding setting, the campus has continued to respond to the demands stemming from an increasing enrollment. The University boasts nationally competitive business programs and a school of hotel administration that attracts students from around the globe. But with 246 degree programs in 15 schools and colleges, including the new William S. Boyd School of Law, UNLV offers the student-athlete an array of educational opportunities. UNLV maintains an academic support system for its student-athletes that is designed to ensure success on and off the fields of play. Housed in the new Academic Success Center, academic advisors work with the 17 men’s and women’s sports ensuring student-athletes receive personalized care regarding their progress in education. Advisors work with their sport-specific student-athletes in scheduling, tutoring, degree progress and NCAA eligibility. Providing even greater challenges, students who maintain a 3.5 grade point average can apply for entrance into UNLV’s honors program.

The UNLV men’s golf program has a current string of 14 straight semesters with a 3.0 team grade point average or higher and the squad's 3.34 team GPA in the spring of 2007 was its highest since fall of 1996. In the spring of 2009, the team earned a 3.30 GPA. Academic advising for UNLV men’s golf is the responsibility David Jackson, Director of UNLV's Student-Athlete Academic Services Department.

Former Rebel golfer Ryan Moore became just the second Rebel ever to earn Academic All-America honors when he was named to the second team in 2004-05.

Two-time Academic All-MWC honoree and Parker Award Winner Scott Lander was joined by head coach Dwaine Knight and his wife, Debbie, at his graduation.


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.

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hen Southern Highlands opened its doors and fairways in 2000, the advance billing foretold that it was going to be a great course, clearly one of the elite new private clubs in America. It’s apparent that the hype was totally justified. Golf Digest placed Southern Highlands in its top six best new private clubs in the country and ranked it as the best new private club in the Western U.S. How fitting, then, that the UNLV golf program, with a recent national championship and a history of being ranked near the top of the college golf standings, should choose Southern Highlands as its official home course. "Being so close to McCarran Airport, Southern Highlands is one of the first places we like to take a new recruit and his parents when they come to town," UNLV golf head coach Dwaine Knight says. "Just one look out at the course from the clubhouse veranda, with its panoramic view of the entire Las Vegas valley, provides a great first impression of our city and the wonderful facilities available to a young man considering our program.” With $40 million (exclusive of land costs) and a rare collaboration of architects Robert Trent Jones, Sr. and Jr., Southern Highlands offers 18 distinctly beautiful and unique golf holes which honor the land upon which they are sculpted. Just six

months after the course opened, it was deemed worthy by the $4.25 million Invensys Classic PGA Tour event to join the three-course rotation. One of many holes that had the world’s best golfers buzzing was the 622-yard uphill par-5 18th, with its split fairway and 16 acres of land and meandering water and sand. The hole affords a great view of the $16 million clubhouse, where golfers convene shortly after their rounds to take in the scenery and discuss the joys and challenges of playing Southern Highlands. The collaboration between this wonderful new nationally-ranked golf club and a proud UNLV championship golf program is a perfect marriage of class, beauty and distinction.

SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS GOLF CLUB

Par:...................................................................................................72 Yardage:......................................................................................7,510 Course Rating:..............................................................................74.4 Designers:...................................................... Robert Trent Jones, Sr. ........................................................................Robert Trent Jones, Jr. Opened:........................................................................... April 1, 2000 Superintendent:.......................................Randy Lee & Andy Hawkins Director of Golf:..............................................................Jay Beckman Pro Shop Phone:........................................................... 702-263-1000


Home Course

Fab­ulous Facilities “Just one look out at the course from the clubhouse veranda, with its panoramic view of the entire Las Vegas valley, provides a great first impression of our city and the wonderful facilities available to a young man considering our program.” -- Head Coach Dwaine Knight 8TH HOLE

Though the par-3 eighth hole is only 167 yards, the combination of water and sand in front of the green can make its length a bit deceiving. Club selection is critical. Trust the yardage book and make your mistakes long. Short is trouble.

17TH HOLE

No. ­­­­­­17 at Southern Highlands is one of the most challenging par 3's you're likely to face. It's 217 yards from the back tee with water flowing from here all the way around the peninsula green. Sand protects the front right and back left green so there's not much room for error.

5TH HOLE

The fifth hole is a short, 365-yard, par 4 that dares players to fire at the green from the tee. However, to do so, you must carry water all the way. The more prudent will use a long-iron or fairway wood from the tee and be left with a short pitch to the green.


Schedule

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Gene Miranda Falcon Invitational PING/Golfweek Invitational Jerry Pate National Intercollegiate Herb Wimberly Intercollegiate Royal Oaks Intercollegiate

Eisenhower Golf Club, Colorado Springs, Colo. Karsten Creek Golf Club, Stillwater, Okla. Old Overton Club, Birmingham, Ala. NMSU Golf Course, Las Cruces, N.M. Royal Oaks Country Club, Dallas, Texas

SPRING SEASON 6. Jan. 31-Feb. 1 7. Feb. 26-27 8. March 11-13 9. March 21-22 10. Apr. 9-10 11. Apr. 15-16

Arizona Intercollegiate Wyoming Desert Classic Southern Highlands Collegiate Masters National Invitational Tournament ASU Thunderbird Invitational PING Cougar Classic

Arizona National Golf Club, Tucson, Ariz. The Classic Club, Palm Desert, Calif. Southern Highlands Golf Club, Las Vegas, Nev. Omni Tucson National Resort, Tucson, Ariz. Karsten Golf Course, Tempe, Ariz. Riverside Country Club, Provo, Utah

POSTSEASON 12. May 5-7 Mountain West Conference Championship Omni Tucson National Resort, Tucson, Ariz. 13. May 19-21 NCAA Regional One of six sites (Tucson, Ariz.; Erie, Colo.; Ocala, Fla.; Zionsville, Ind.; Rancho Santa Fe, Calif.; Blacksburg, Va.) 14. May 31-June 5 NCAA Championship Karsten Creek Golf Club, Stillwater, Okla.


Schedule

Travel In Style “Again, we are going to play against the best teams and play in the best venues to prepare us to compete for another national championship.” -- Head Coach Dwaine Knight

The Rebels’ schedule will carry them from the desert southwest of Arizona, California and New Mexico, north to Colorado and Utah, down south to Alabama, and to Texas and Oklahoma. The Mountain West Conference Championship will be played in Tucson, Ariz., for a fifth consecutive year, while the NCAA Regionals will be held at six different sites for the third time. The Rebels will also play right here in Las Vegas in March when they host the Southern Highlands Collegiate Masters. This year's NCAA Championship will be played in Stillwater, Okla., at Karsten Creek Golf Club.

To help its student-athletes balance the rigorous demands of the college curriculum with its intense travel schedule, UNLV flies to some of its tournaments via private jet. Thanks to the support of many local enterprises, the Rebels are able to reduce both travel time and missed classes, and find more opportunities to focus on academics.


Physical Therapy

The Finest Care

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Kleven speaks at Rebel Golf Day at Southern Highlands Golf Club.

The Rebels take advantage of state-of-the-art workout facilities and physical therapy equipment.

ebel golfers have the incomparable opportunity to come under the tutelage of one of the nation’s leaders in physical therapy, Keith Kleven. A clinical educator and researcher, Kleven has bachelor’s and master’s degrees and served a one year residency in physical therapy under the school of Physical Therapy and Medicine at the University of Southern California, and is a certified athletic trainer. Kleven has been a groundbreaker in his emerging field for more than 30 years and has been directly involved with the UNLV golf program since 1989. He was inducted into the Southern Nevada Sports Hall of Fame as part of its 2005 class. Currently the owner/director of the Keith Kleven Institute of Orthopaedic Sports and Dance Rehabilitation in Las Vegas, he is a clinical instructor for 18 colleges Keith Kleven and universities as well as the personal trainer and Professor of Physical Therapy therapist for many U.S. sports teams, professional teams, professional athletes and entertainers. Tiger Woods, Mark O’Meara, Chris Riley, John Cook and Emilee Klein are just some of the professional golfers who have worked with Kleven. “Keith has been with us from the start, and I think, physically, there is no better trainer in the world,” said UNLV head coach Dwaine Knight. “You can see who has trained with him: Mark O’Meara, Tiger Woods, plus our team and all the other great athletes. He is absolutely the best. If a person is really serious about playing professional golf and reaching the highest level they can, he is the kind of trainer you would look for. He is so individually specific, which is what makes him such a valuable part of our program. We are very fortunate to have him on campus as a professor and have him in our program. There is no question that without his support and help we would not be a top program.” Presently doing research in injury prevention and training to enhance golf performance, Kleven is also the author of numerous articles and is a highly sought-after speaker.


Physical Therapy “I think, physically, there is no better trainer in the world. You can see who has trained with him: Mark O’Meara, Tiger Woods, plus our team and all the other great athletes. He is absolutely the best. If a person is really serious about playing professional golf and reaching the highest level they can, he is the kind of trainer you would look for.” -- Head coach Dwaine Knight

UNLV Golf had a unique evening during the 1994 Las Vegas Invitational when four PGA players under the care of Keith Kleven gathered to meet the squad. From stroke techniques to the advantages of staying in school, the informal Q&A session offered insight into the life of a professional golfer. Giving free tips that night were (L-R): Dennis Watson, Dwaine Knight, Paul Azinger, Prof. Keith Kleven, Lenny Clements and John Cook.

Kleven's work with Tiger Woods was featured in this Men's Fitness Magazine issue.


Mental Training

The Finest Care “Golf is such a mental game, and Mark's expertise lies in making the connection between being mentally prepared and then allowing the body and the muscles to carry through with that preparation." -- Head Coach Dwaine Knight

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n addition to the various physical and academic support systems available to UNLV student-athletes, the Rebel golf team also has the advantage of mental training, under the supervision of Dr. Mark Guadagnoli. Guadagnoli, a professor in UNLV's Department of Kinesiology, also serves as a mental training consultant for the Rebels. A professor at the school since 1991, this will mark Guadagnoli's ninth season working with the Rebel golf team. “Golf is no longer your grandfather’s game,” Guadagnoli said. “The way these elite athletes play the game requires intensity, focus, and a great deal of athleticism. My job is to help them achieve this." "We are extremely fortunate to have someone of Mark's ability and experience right here on campus," UNLV head coach Dwaine Knight said. "Golf is such a mental game, and Mark's expertise lies in making the connection between being mentally prepared and then allowing the body and the muscles to carry through with that preparation. His resume and reputation speak for themselves and we are lucky to have that advantage." Guadagnoli has spent the past 20-plus years working as a consultant to collegiate and professional athletes in all sports, but specializes in working with golfers. Golfers at all levels have worked under his tutelage, including players and instructors on the PGA, LPGA, Nationwide and AJGA tours as well as participants of the U.S. Amateur, Walker Cup and Palmer Cup. Guadagnoli has worked with golfers at the Masters, U.S. Open and other PGA events. Guadagnoli began studying human performance late in his undergraduate days at Texas A&M, where he received both his bachelor's and master's degrees in kinesiology. He then worked as a Research Psychologist for the Army Research Institute for Behavioral Sciences while completing the requirements for a dual doctorate in human performance and cognitive psychology from Auburn University.

Guadagnoli addresses the crowd at Rebel Golf Day.

Despite his heavy workload, Guadagnoli earned high praise. He was voted the Most Outstanding Graduate Student of the department, college, and university, the Outstanding Graduate Student of the Year by the Office of Special Programs, and was awarded the prestigious William Revington Outstanding Leadership Award. The praise has continued at UNLV, where he has earned the department's (1999-2000), Mark Guadagnoli the college's (1999-2000), Mental Training Consultant and university's (2000-2001) Teacher of the Year Awards and has seven times been voted Outstanding Kinesiology Faculty Member of the Year by a Scholar-Athlete or Alumni Association representative. With an impressive resume that is pages long, Guadagnoli has published more than 100 articles and abstracts and has presented his work around the world. In the summer of 2007, his book "Practice to Learn, Play to Win" was published and includes contributions from former Rebel golfer and current PGA Tour player Ryan Moore. Guadagnoli is a member of several professional organizations, including the American Academy of Sciences, the North American Society for the Psychology of Sport and Physical Activity, and the Interdisciplinary Conference on Human Performance. He has also served as a delegate and editor for the World Scientific Congress of Golf.

Guadagnoli's book "Practice to Learn, Play to Win" was published in 2007 and includes contributions from former Rebel golfer and current PGA Tour player Ryan Moore.


Athletic Training

The Finest Care “This is one of the top complexes in the nation because of the versatility it offers to service student-athletes in every area of sports medicine.”

-- Kyle Wilson, UNLV Director of Athletic Training

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ay-to-day preventative medicine on the campus was made easier with the opening of the Marilyn and Si Redd Sports Medicine Complex. The state-of-the-art operation is a major part of the $8.5 million Lied Athletic Complex. Made possible by a generous gift of $1.5 million by Marilyn and Si Redd, the athletic training facility incorporates the total scope of sports medicine over an 8,500-square-foot area. Aside from five staff offices, a rehabilitation room houses a dozen pieces of equipment including Cybex stationary bicycles, stair machines and treadmills, all under a natural skylight. The largest area features a dozen tables to offer student-athletes various treatments throughout the day. Taping, padding and bracing all take place in another all-inclusive room. Finally, an aquatic therapy room features three above-ground whirlpools surrounding a 10-feet deep pool for rehabilitative exercises. All of these features make it possible for UNLV student-athletes to rehabilitate injuries without ever needing to leave the Lied Athletic Complex. Other amenities include a physician’s office and exam room to provide daily medical service for student-athletes. A drug-testing facility also is part of the new complex. This expedites medical care because the student-athletes' health care is self-contained. Also, UNLV’s academic program and its student athletic trainers benefit from a sports medicine library, study room and conference facility. “Aside from being four times larger than our former facility,” says Kyle

An aquatic therapy room includes a rehabilitative pool. Wilson, UNLV’s Director of Athletic Training. “This is one of the top complexes in the nation because of the versatility it offers to service student-athletes in every area of sports medicine. We’re now more efficient, more accessible and more effective in preventing and rehabilitating athletic injuries.”

A skylight welcomes natural light into the rehabilitation room.

The Marilyn & Si Redd Sports Medicine Complex sprawls over an 8,500-square-foot area.


On Campus

UNLV COLLEGES

College of Business College of Education Howard R. Hughes College of Engineering College of Fine Arts Division of Health Sciences William F. Harrah College of Hotel Administration William S. Boyd School of Law College of Liberal Arts College of Sciences Greenspun College of Urban Affairs The Graduate College The Honors College School of Dental Medicine School of Nursing University College

More than 2,000 students call UNLV’s 12 residence halls home.


Las Vegas Living

Las Vegas, which celebrated its centennial in 2005, is one of the fastest growing communities in the world.


Table of Contents The Next Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 UNLV on the PGA Tour Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5 Academics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7 Southern Highlands Golf Club. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9 2010-11 Schedule. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-11 Physical Therapy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-13 Mental and Athletic Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-15 On Campus and Las Vegas Living. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-17 Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

1998 National Champions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74-77 A Day With The Thunderbirds. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78 A Day With The President. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 1991 National Champion. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 2004 National Champion. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Setting A New Standard - Ryan Moore. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Media Exposure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83-84

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THIS IS REBEL GOLF

Media Services. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-21 UNLVRebels.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 2010-11 Team Roster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 2010-11 Season Outlook. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22-23 2009-10 Notebook/Review . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-25 2009-10 Scorecard. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 2010-11 Tournament Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27-32 Head Coach Dwaine Knight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33-36 Helping Players Get To The Next Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Assistant Coach Daron Dorsey. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Support Staff. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Endowment Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Rebel Golf Foundation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Golf Foundation Honored Members. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Rebel Golf Day. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43-45 Mountain West Conference. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46-47 Fabulous Facilities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48-52

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National Champions

Blake Biddle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54-55 Derek Ernst. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56-57 Arthur Kim. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58-59 Max Kraemer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60-61 Karsten Majors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62-63 Nicholas Maruri. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64-65 Kevin Penner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66-67 Colby Smith. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68-69 Jeremiah Wooding. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70-71 All-Time Roster. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Rebel Records. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86-89 Champions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Postseason Records. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 UNLV Honors. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92-93 NCAA Championship Appearances. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94-95 NCAA Regional Appearances. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Conference Championship Appearances. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97-98 UNLV at the Walker Cup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 UNLV at the Palmer Cup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Rebels In The Pros. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100-109

THE UNIVERSITY

The University. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 President Dr. Neal J. Smatresk. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Nevada State Board of Regents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113 Athletics Director Jim Livengood. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 114 Athletics Administration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 Athletic Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Hall Of Fame. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 Athletic Facilities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118-119 Lied Athletic Complex. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Rebel Rundown. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 122 Notable Rebels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 123 Welcome to Las Vegas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 124

On The Cover

Golf Quick Facts LOCATION: . .............................Las Vegas, NV 89154 FOUNDED: ..........................................................1957 ENROLLMENT: ................................................29,000 NICKNAME: . ....................................................Rebels COLORS: . ........................................... Scarlet & Gray PRESIDENT: ...............................Dr. Neal J. Smatresk DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS: ...............Jim Livengood HEAD COACH: . ...................................Dwaine Knight ALMA MATER: ............................. New Mexico ‘69 YEARS AT UNLV: ....................................24th year ASSISTANT COACH: . ..........................Daron Dorsey ALMA MATER: .............................................UNLV ‘98 YEARS AT UNLV: .....................................2nd year GOLF OFFICE: . ................................. (702) 895-1081 HOME COURSE: . ....................... Southern Highlands PAR: ....................................................................72 YARDAGE: ....................................................7,510 CONFERENCE: ............... Mountain West Conference 2010 MWC FINISH: ........................................ 3rd of 9 2010 NCAA REG. (SAN DIEGO) FINISH:... T3rd of 13 2010 NCAA FINISH:...................................T21st of 30 LETTERWINNERS RETURNING/LOST: . ..............4/3

The 2007-08 UNLV men's golf media guide won Best In The Nation by the College Sports Information Directors of America (CoSIDA), while the 200809 edition took fifth.

The UNLV golf program has become known as the “Home of Champions.” The 2010-11 season is head coach Dwaine Knight's 24th at the helm of the program, which has won a team national championship, two individual national championships and four NCAA West Regional championships. The Rebel golf program has one of the richest traditions in college golf and has seven former Rebels who are currently active on the PGA Tour. Derek Ernst is featured on this year's cover. He is a 2010 All-American, the 2010 MWC Player of the Year and a two-time All-MWC honoree.

Credits

The 2010-11 UNLV Men’s Golf Guide was designed, written, edited and typeset by Andy Grossman, Assistant Athletics Director for Media Relations/Communications. Assistance provided by Mark Wallington, Mark Wasik, Jeff Seals, Paul Pancoe and Rosa Guzman of the UNLV Media Relations office. Additional assistance provided by Paul Palmer, Director of Graphic Design/UNLV Athletics and Daron Dorsey of the UNLV Golf Office. Principal photography by Steve Spatafore/Sportography. Much gratitude to photographer Ken Gieger for his contributions. Southern Highlands, Shadow Creek and Wynn Las Vegas photography by Jon and Jeannine Henebry. Palmer Cup photos by Sally J. Sportsman. Additional photos by Trevor Brown, Jr./NCAA Photos, Anne Calvert, Darren Carroll, Kevin Force, Dale Garvey/Washington Athletic Communications, Andy Grossman, Geri Kodey and Aaron Mayes (including cover shot) and Marsh Starks/UNLV Photo Services, Brian Tirpak, Mark Wallington and Jaren Wilkey. Graphics and cover design by Paul Palmer and Andy Grossman. Special thanks to MHJN/LU. Printing by MultiAd, Peoria, Ill. Additional thanks to Shelley Caiazzo at Southern Highlands Golf Club and the public relations departments at MGM MIRAGE and Wynn Las Vegas.



Media Services INTERVIEWS

All requests to cover the UNLV golf team or interview players or coaches should be directed to the UNLV Athletics Media Relations Department. Please contact Andy Grossman, Assistant Athletics Director for Media Relations/ Communications, at least 24 hours in advance. Requests can be made by calling (702) 895-3995 or emailing andy.grossman@unlv.edu.

RESULTS

Daily results from every tournament the Rebels play in will be distributed to the media via email along with a short recap. The same information will be posted on the official athletics site, UNLVRebels.com. To be added to the email list, please contact the Media Relations Department. UNLV will also furnish complete scoring results from the Southern Highlands Collegiate Masters to the media and each participating school.

ANDY GROSSMAN Asst. AD for Media Relations/ Communications Arizona ‘96 (M. Basketball, M. Golf)

MARK WALLINGTON Director of Media Relations Florida ’93 (Football, Tennis)

MARK WASIK Asst. Media Relations Dir. Florida State ‘97 (Soccer, W. Basketball, Swimming)

JEFF SEALS Asst. Media Relations Dir. Oklahoma ‘99 (Volleyball, Softball, Track & Field/Cross Country)

PAUL PANCOE Asst. Media Relations Dir. Hiram College ‘06 (M. Basketball Asst., Football Asst., Baseball, W. Golf)

ROSA GUZMAN Management Assistant Sports Information

INTERNET

Information for all 17 intercollegiate sports at UNLV can be found on the internet at UNLVRebels.com, including player biographies, complete results from every competition and season statistics.

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Coach Knight is interviewed by Kelly Tilghman of The Golf Channel (above), by Ron Balicki from Golfweek Magazine (right) and by a reporter at the Southern Highlands Collegiate Masters in Las Vegas (left). Being interviewed below is Brett Kanda.


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njoying a complete redesign in 2008, the official UNLV athletics website UNLVRebels.com has steadily expanded in both content and usership since its premiere in 1997. As one of the hundreds of official athletic sites that make up the CBS College Sports Network, the Rebels' home on the internet features in-depth, updated information 24 hours a day. The official UNLV athletic website features an enhanced design with rotating stories and a wide photo layout on the front page. In addition, the site takes advantage of a number of CBSCollegeSports.com online features, including its exclusive GameTracker technology, allowing Rebel fans to follow live simulated game action, details and full play-by-play. Through the site, CBS College Sports also operates the Rebels’ online store, which provides officially licensed merchandise and apparel.

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Rebels On The Web Also, UNLVRebels.com is your home for UNLV AllAccess, which is a popular online service that features the most in-depth coverage of Rebel sports through exclusive audio and video content, including live games streamed via broadband, special features, highlights, press conferences, coaches’ shows and much more.

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2010-11 Rebels Playing for national titles. That is, and has been for quite some time, the goal of the UNLV men's golf program under head coach Dwaine Knight, who is in his 24th year at the helm of the program. Under his watch, the Rebels have captured a team national title, two individual national championships and four NCAA Regional team titles. The perennial power has been so successful through the years that is has become expected with each and every season that the team will compete for the national crown. The Rebels played in their 17th national finals under Knight last year at The Honors Course in Tennessee, finishing tied for 21st. All 17 of those appearances have come in the last 22 years. "I was proud of last year’s team," said Knight, who has led the team to 11 top-15 finishes at the national finals throughout the years. "To go to The Honors Course was special because we had such a great trip there in 1996 where we finished second. The golf course had changed somewhat since we had played it back then, but just to be around it, to be in the hunt, to have a chance to get back there and play at least three rounds was very important to our program. And especially the seniors – Brett Kanda and Eddie Olson – it was nice for them to get back there and end their careers playing in the national championship. We will look to build on that moving forward." Last year's squad qualified for the finals by finishing third at the San Diego Regional, which was UNLV's 22nd straight appearance in a NCAA regional - a NCAA record streak. And something that is not lost on Knight or his team. "The world of college golf has gotten a lot more competitive," he said. "So many schools have programs now. So it is not a cinch that you are going to be there year after year. There are only a few of us now that continue to be in every one for over a 20-year period, but it is not a sure thing either to get out of the Regionals. The format changed a couple of years ago. In the past, 10 teams would advance out of three different regionals to make up 30 teams for the finals. Now, those regions are split into six and only five teams advance out of each one. "It has become tougher, but it is a good test," Knight said. "I think the best teams are able to get out and go play for a national championship. We feel like that has been part of our history and we want to be able to continue to make it." Knight hopes the 2010-11 version of the UNLV men's golf team will be no different. "Our goal is always to try to compete for a national title," he said. "Losing Eddie and Brett, who have been such a major part of our core for the last four

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years will be tough. Eddie is just a fantastic player and Brett is very solid as well. Those are big holes to fill, but I think we have some young guys who will contribute early and often for us. Those young guys that Knight refers to are Derek Ernst, Colby Smith and Kevin Penner, all who have some good experience to bring to this year's team. Ernst was an All-American, Mountain West Conference Player of the Year and All-MWC honoree as a sophomore last year, while Smith, also a sophomore last year, earned All-MWC honors as well. "Even though Derek won all those awards, he was still a young guy as a sophomore," said Knight. "But he is now a leader for us as a junior and Colby is right behind him with a lot of experience. We are going to expect a lot out of those two." Penner was a freshman in 2009-10, but saw a considerable amount of action. "Kevin played a lot at the end of the year in the postseason, so his experience is going to play a large part in how our team develops," Knight said. "Those will be the three key guys for us going forward. We have a blend of a lot of true freshmen and redshirt freshmen that are also going to play a role in how we move forward." Jeremiah Wooding, who is a senior, has limited playing experience and how much he will help the team will not be known until later in the year. "We are not the most experienced team heading into the year," Knight said. "But it is exciting because you never know who is going to jump out of the pack and really contribute. Our depth is getting better and our competitiveness will continue to improve.

NAME Blake Biddle Derek Ernst Arthur Kim Max Kraemer Karsten Majors Nicholas Maruri Kevin Penner Colby Smith Jeremiah Wooding Head Coach: Assistant Coach:

HT 5-9 5-11 6-3 5-11 5-9 6-2 6-1 6-1 6-2

WT 170 150 225 170 150 190 160 175 185

Another thing that Knight points to is the tough schedule that his teams play each year. "Playing at where the national championship is going to be played this year (Karsten Creek in Stillwater, Okla.) in the Preview will be very valuable for us," Knight said. "It is a great field and a hard test. We will have to raise our game to that level to be able to compete. We play in tournaments like that to gain as much experience as possible. "To win a championship, you have to play against the best and compete against them, so we will continue to play as tough a schedule as we can." Last year's team won four tournament titles over the course of the season, the most for the program since the 1996-97 campaign and the team had three individual medalists in 2009-10, which was the most in a season for UNLV since 2004-05. Ernst won two tournaments, while Smith was victorious once. In fact, the two tied for the individual title at William H. Tucker Invitational. That will be experience the Rebels will count on throughout the entire 2010-11 campaign.

Returnees

The most decorated player on this year's team without question is Ernst. He was named a third team All-American at the end of the 2009-10 season, which marked the 21st time in the last 22 years that UNLV had a player earn All-America recognition. Ernst, who was also named to the PING All-West Region team, was honored as last season’s Mountain West Conference Player of the Year and was also selected to the AllMWC team. The native of Clovis, Calif., led the Rebels in scoring average with 71.43 per round, which ranked second in the MWC. He also led UNLV in rounds

2010-11 Roster

YR-EXP. Fr.-HS Jr.-2L So.-TR Fr.-RS Fr.-RS Fr.-HS So.-1L Jr.-2L Sr.-RS-3L

HOMETOWN / PREVIOUS SCHOOL St. Charles, Ill. / Wheaton Academy Clovis, Calif. / Clovis East HS Tigard, Ore. / Purdue Aldorf, Germany / Limes-Gymnasium Tulsa, Okla. / Bixby HS Mexico City, Mexico / Gary Gilchrist (Montverde) Acad. Sammamish, Wash. / Eastlake HS Auburn, Calif. / Colfax HS Riverside, Calif. / Riverside Poly HS

Dwaine Knight (New Mexico ‘69, 24th season) Daron Dorsey (UNLV ‘98 & '01, 2nd season)


Season Outlook through a stretch where he didn't play real well, but at the end of the season he came on strong and played all of the events – so his game really improved. I think his confidence level is now catching up with his game and we expect a lot out of him. I think we will see it. He can really play." Wooding, from Riverside, Calif., played in just 21 rounds last year, recording a scoring average of 73.62 and had one top-20 finish. Six of his rounds were par or better. "The only thing holding Jeremiah back is his experience," Knight said. "He has a great game and probably has the best short game on the team. We are hoping he can get into a position where he will play a lot and get that competitive experience."

Newcomers

The 2010-11 UNLV men's golf team: Head Coach Dwaine Knight, Kevin Penner, Jeremiah Wooding, Max Kraemer, Colby Smith, Mental Training Consultant Mark Guadagnoli, Derek Ernst, Arthur Kim, Nicholas Maruri, Blake Biddle, Karsten Majors, Assistant Coach Daron Dorsey.

played (37), rounds under par (17) and was named MWC Golfer of the Month three times over the course of the year. He recorded seven top-10 finishes, including five top-fives in 13 stroke-play tournaments. Ernst finished the season ranked 21st in the nation according to the Golfstat Cup Standings and concluded the year with a tie for 25th-place individual finish at the NCAA Championship with a score of 1-under par. Ernst recorded UNLV’s low individual tournament of the season with a 10-under 206 at the Burns Intercollegiate, where he finished in second place. He tallied 11 rounds in the 60s and was also included on the Ben Hogan Award watch list. "Derek has a great game and is really strong off the tee," Knight said. "His strength and conditioning has really improved the last two years here. He moves the ball out there really well and is working really hard on his short game to stabilize his overall game. "He is a big key for us if he plays well – much like he did last fall, then we tend to play well. The awards he won last year were very deserving and I think he has the ability to climb to the elite level of NCAA golf." Smith, who is from Auburn, Calif., was second

on the team in scoring average at 72.49 as he also competed in all 13 events for UNLV. He turned in seven top-20 finishes, including two top-10s and a top-five. He recorded 18 of his 37 rounds at par or better (10 rounds under par) and recorded UNLV’s low individual round of the season with an 8-under 64 at the Tucker Invitational. "Colby does a lot of things really well," Knight said. "He has tremendous strength, but the biggest factor with him is trying to control that power off the tee and get his accuracy to match that power. He can shoot some really low numbers and we hope that he can get the ball in the fairway. If he is able to do that, he can really go low and help us a lot." Penner and Wooding are the only other players coming back from last year's team that played in competitive rounds. Penner, from Sammamish, Wash., played in 34 rounds and had a scoring average of 73.74. He had six top-20 finishes, three top-10s and two top-fives. He shot par or better 17 times, including 10 at under par. "Kevin was probably our most improved player last year for us. He started playing early in the season, then went

UNLV has three new players on its roster this season in Blake Biddle, Arthur Kim and Nicholas Maruri, and two others that redshirted last year: Max Kraemer and Karsten Majors. All but Kim (sophomore) are freshmen. Biddle is from St. Charles, Ill., Kim is a transfer from Purdue, who is originally from Tigard, Ore., and Maruri is from Mexico City, Mexico. "Blake was the Illinois junior champion and is a really tough competitor," Knight said. "He has a lot of good experience competitively across the nation. I think his best attributes are just being really competitive. He will be a good team player and he has the makeup to really be a part of a program and contribute to it." "Arthur is a big, strong kid that came to us late in the season," Knight said. "He had a lot of success in the Washington state area before going to Purdue. He has a great reputation and worked with a great teacher in Joe Thiel. We are excited about Arthur being here." "Nicholas spent three years at Gary Gilchrist Academy in Florida, so he has had great instruction," Knight said. "He has some good national experience in junior golf and he has a fantastic swing. Just a lot of natural talent." Kraemer is from Aldorf, Germany, while Majors is from Tulsa, Okla. "Max competed with the men's national team in Germany, so he has had some very good experience," Knight said. "I wouldn't be surprised to see him play quite a bit for us. He has a great game and has a year under his belt here. He is becoming more comfortable and is a guy that can really help us if he can break into the lineup. "Karsten has a good background as a junior player," Knight said. "He was a state champion in Oklahoma, so he has the playing ability. He is also doing a lot of things in leadership and getting involved in other areas of the university which is always good. He is a student leader as well as a good student and his golf game is coming around. He is a valuable asset. 23


2009-10 Notebook 2009-10 POSTSEASON recap

The UNLV men’s golf team made its NCAA-record 22nd straight appearance at an NCAA Regional in 2009-10 and tied for third in San Diego at Carlton Oaks Golf Club to advance to its 17th NCAA Finals in the last 22 years, which was played at The Honors Course in Ooltewah, Tenn., in June. The Rebels finished tied for 21st at the national championship tournament. UNLV finished third at the Mountain West Conference Championship in Tucson, Ariz, at OMNI Tucson National Golf Club. Derek Ernst led the Rebels with a tie for 25th at the NCAA finals.

HEAD COACH DWAINE KNIGHT

UNLV head coach Dwaine Knight finished his 23rd year at the helm of the Rebel program in 2009-10. During his tenure, UNLV has been a perennial power with six league championships and 17 NCAA Championship finals appearances. His 1998 squad won the national championship and he has coached the team to 11 top-15 finishes at the finals. He has also tutored two individual national champions (Warren Schutte, 1991; Ryan Moore, 2004). Knight was the only mentor to twice claim GCAA National Coach of the Year honors in the 1990s (1991 and 1998) and he has produced an amazing 39 All-Americans, 62 all-conference players and has guided nine different players to the PGA Tour from UNLV.

regional record streak

The Rebels earned their 22nd consecutive invitation to a NCAA Regional in 2009-10, which ties the NCAA record for most consecutive appearances alltime (with Arizona State and Oklahoma State - also 19892010). UNLV has finished in top five at the regional 16 times, has four team titles (1990, 1994, 1997 and 2005) and boasts three individual medalists (Hub Goyen, 1990; Warren Schutte, 1991; Ed Fryatt, 1994).

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ernst an all-amercan

UNLV sophomore Derek Ernst earned 2010 third team All-America honors. With the honor, UNLV has had a player earn All-America recognition in 21 of the last 22 years. Ernst, who was also named to the PING All-West Region team was honored as the 2009-10 season’s Mountain West Conference Player of the Year and was also selected to the All-MWC team. He won two individual titles - at the Tucker Invitational and at the Wimberly Intercollegiate. He led the Rebels in scoring average with 71.43 per round, which ranked second in the MWC. He also led UNLV in rounds played (37) and rounds under par (17). The MWC Golfer of the Month for September (co-winner), October/November and for February, Ernst recorded seven top-10 finishes, including five top-fives in 13 stroke-play tournaments. Ernst finished the season ranked 21st in the nation according to the Golfstat Cup Standings and concluded the year with a tie for 25th-place individual finish at the NCAA Championship with a score of 1-under par. Ernst recorded UNLV’s low individual tournament of the season with a 10-under 206 at the Burns Intercollegiate, where he finished in second place. He tallied 11 rounds in the 60s and was also included on the Ben Hogan Award watch list.

mwc golfer of the year and ALL-mwc

UNLV sophomore Derek Ernst was selected as the Mountain West Conference Men’s Golfer of the Year for 2009-10. Ernst became the first Rebel golfer to win conference player of the year honors since Ryan Moore won back-to-back in 200405. Ernst also became the sixth UNLV men’s golfer to earn his league’s player of the year award. Overall, the award has been given to UNLV golfers 10 times over the last 20 years. In addition to the player of the year honor, Ernst and fellow sophomore Colby Smith were named to the 2009-10 AllMountain West Conference team. It was Ernst’s second selection to the all-conference team and Smith’s first.

2009-10 HEAD-TO-HEAD

Air Force. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-0-0 Alabama . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1-0 Arizona . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2-0 Arizona State. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2-1 Arkansas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-0-0 Auburn. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-0-0 Augusta State. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2-0 Baylor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-0-0 Boise State . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-0-0 BYU. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1-0 BYU-Hawaii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-0-0 Cal State Northridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-0-0 California. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1-1 Campbell. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-0-0 Chattanooga. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-0-0 Clemson . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-1-0 Colorado. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-0-0 Colorado-Colorado Springs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-0-0 Colorado State . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3-0 Denver. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-0-0 Duke . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-0-0 East Tennessee State. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-0-1 Florida. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2-0 Florida State . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-1-0 Fresno State. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1-0 Georgia. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-0-0 Georgia Southern . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-0-0 Georgia State . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-0-0 Gerogia Tech. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1-0 Hawaii. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-0-0 Hawaii Pacific . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-0-0 Idaho. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-0-0 Illinois. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-1-0 Illinois State. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-0-0 Indiana. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-0-0 Iowa. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-1-0 Kansas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-0-0 Kansas State. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-0-0 Kent State. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1-0 Louisville. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-0-0 LSU. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-0-0 Middle Tennessee. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-0-0 Mississippi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-0-0 Missouri. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-0-0 Nebraska. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-0-0 Nevada, Reno. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-0-0 New Mexico. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1-0 New Mexico State. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-0-0 North Carolina State. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-1-0 North Florida. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-1-0 North Texas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-0-0 Northern Colorado. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-0-0 Northern Iowa. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-0-0 Oklahoma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-0-0 Oklahoma State. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2-0 Oral Roberts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-0-0 Oregon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-3-0 Oregon State. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-2-0 Pacific. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-0-0 Penn State. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-0-0 Pepperdine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1-0 Rhode Island. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-0-0 San Diego. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1-0 San Diego State . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1-1 Santa Clara. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-0-0 SMU. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-0-0 Southern Utah. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-0-0 Stanford. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-2-0 TCU. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-0-1 Tennessee. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-0-1 Texas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1-1 Texas A&M . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4-1 Texas State. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-0-0 Texas Tech. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1-0 UAB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-0-0 UCF. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-0-0 UCLA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-2-1 UC Irvine. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-0-0 UC Santa Barbara. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-0-0 USC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3-0 Utah. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1-0 Utah State. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-0-0 Utah Valley State. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-0-0 UTEP. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-0-0 UTSA. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-0-0 Virginia. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-1-0 Washington. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0-3-0 Washington State . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-0-0 Weber State. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-0-0 Western New Mexico . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-0-0 Wyoming. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-0-0


2009-10 Notebook mwc golfer of the month

UNLV sophomore Derek Ernst was named MWC Golfer of the Month for September (was named co-winner), October/November and for February. Ernst did not win it at all during his freshman year in 2008-09.

hogan watch list

UNLV sophomore Derek Ernst was included on the Ben Hogan Award watch list, which was announced in February. The most prestigious award in men’s college golf, The Hogan is presented annually to the top men’s NCAA Division I, II or III, NAIA or NJCAA college golfer taking into account all collegiate and amateur competitions during a 12-month period. Ernst was part of the 25-player watch list, but didn’t advance to be a semifinalist for the award. Senior Eddie Olson was named to the watch list in 2009, while former Rebel golfer Seung-Su Han also was named to the watch list in both 2007 and 2008. Former UNLV golfer Ryan Moore was the 2005 Hogan Award winner, which marked the first time a UNLV golfer was named the national player of the year. In 2006, UNLV’s Andres Gonzales was a semifinalist for the award.

another hall of fame for coach knight

UNLV head coach Dwaine Knight was inducted into the Las Vegas Golf Hall of Fame on Oct. 15, 2009. A twotime National Coach of the Year and 2002 Golf Coaches Association of America Hall of Fame inductee, Knight has been the driving force behind the tremendous success of Rebel Golf since his arrival in Las Vegas in the fall of 1987. He completed his 23rd season at the helm of the UNLV men’s golf program in 2009-10, nurturing Rebel golf from near-anonymity to one of the premier programs in the nation. In 1998, he guided the Rebels to their first-ever national championship title in Albuquerque, N.M. A true teacher of the sport, Knight has tutored 39 All-Americans at UNLV, a National Player of the Year, a National Freshman of the Year, a U.S. Amateur Champion, three U.S. Public Links Champions, three Walker Cup participants and five Palmer Cup representatives. Additionally, two former Rebel golfers have gone on to play for the U.S. in the Ryder Cup and nine of his former student-athletes have played on the PGA Tour, totaling 16 victories. Knight has captured three national titles (one team championship and two individuals) as a coach, has won six

conference championships and has developed 62 all-conference players. Knight has also been inducted into the Southern Nevada Sports Hall of Fame, and into the UNLV Athletics Hall of Fame as a part of the 1998 National Championship team. He was named the PGA Professional of the Year by the Southern Nevada Chapter in January 2009.

academics

The UNLV men's golf team had three student-athletes earn Spring 2010 Academic All-Mountain West Conference honors and also had a MWC Scholar-Athlete. Senior Brett Kanda (3.25 cumulative grade point average in communication studies), freshman Kevin Penner (3.04 in business administration) and sophomore Colby Smith (3.61 in finance) were the three that earned Academic All-MWC recognition. Kanda was selected for a fourth straight time, while Smith was honored for the second straight year. To be eligible for selection to the Academic All-MWC team, student-athletes must have completed at least one academic term at the school while maintaining a cumulative grade point average of 3.0 or better, and be a starter or significant contributor on their team. Kanda played in 37 rounds during the 2009-10 season and recorded a scoring average of 73.46. He had two top-10 finishes 10 rounds under par. Penner competed in 34 rounds with a scoring average of 73.74 and finished in the top five in two events, also with 10 rounds under par. Smith was second on the team in scoring average with 72.49 and competed in 37 rounds. He had two top-10 finishes and also had 10 rounds under par. Smith was also named a MWC Scholar-Athlete for the second straight year. The MWC Scholar-Athlete Award is the highest academic honor bestowed by the conference. To be eligible for selection, student-athletes must have completed at least two academic terms at the member institution, while maintaining a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or better, and have participated in varsity competition in an NCAA-sponsored sport.

allamerica scholar

UNLV senior Brett Kanda was named a Cleveland Golf/Srixon All-America Scholar for the second straight year in 2009-10. A total of 119 players earned the honor in Division I. To be eligible, studentathletes must have been a junior or senior academically during the 2009-10 season, competed in at least two full years at the collegiate level, participated in 70 percent of their team's competitive rounds or competed in the NCAA Championships, had a stroke average under 76.0 and maintained a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.2. A recipient must also be of high moral character and be in good standing at his college of university.

four team titles

UNLV won four team titles during the 2009-10 season: Herb Wimberly Intercollegiate, William H. Tucker Invitational, Burns Intercollegiate (won in a playoff) and the Southern Highlands Collegiate Masters (co-champions). The four team titles are the most for the program since the 1996-97 season when the team also won four tournaments. The last time the Rebels won five tournaments in a season was during 1998-99.

three individual titles

Sophomores Derek Ernst and Colby Smith each won individual titles at tournaments in 2009-10. Ernst tied for medalist honors with Smith at the William H. Tucker Invitational, then also tied for the individual title at the Herb Wimberly Intercollegiate. With the two tournament victories, Ernst is now one of just eight UNLV golfers to have ever won two or more tournaments during a career.

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2009-10 Tournament Scorecard WILLIAM H. TUCKER INVITATIONAL UNM’s Championship Course, Albuquerque, N.M., Sept. 11-12 17 Teams, 104 Individuals 1st T1st T1st T6th T13th 23rd T24th 99th

UNLV Derek Ernst Colby Smith Brett Kanda Kevin Penner Eddie Olson Jeremiah Wooding* Jordan Epstein*

282-273-288—843 (-21) 67-68-73—208 (-8) 73-64-71—208 (-8) 70-70-72—212 (-4) 72-71-72—215 (-1) 73-72-74—219 (+3) 72-73-75—220 (+4) 79-85-75—239 (+23)

GENE MIRANDA FALCON INVITATIONAL Eisenhower Golf Club (Blue Course), Colorado Springs, Colo., Sept. 19-20 19 Teams, 108 Individuals 3rd T7th T25th T25th T29th T56th

UNLV Derek Ernst Colby Smith Kevin Penner Brett Kanda Jeremiah Wooding

281-286-293—860 (-4) 69-72-72—213 (-3) 72-76-70—218 (+2) 72-71-75—218 (+2) 68-70-81—219 (+3) 75-73-76—224 (+8)

PING/GOLFWEEK PREVIEW Gold Mountain Golf Club (Olympic Course), Bremerton, Wash., Sept. 27-28 15 Teams, 75 Individuals T8th T12th T27th T43rd T61st 74th

UNLV Derek Ernst Colby Smith Eddie Olson Brett Kanda Kevin Penner

309-289-305—903 (+39) 76-74-72—222 (+6) 80-70-75—225 (+9) 78-71-81—230 (+14) 75-82-77—234 (+18) 90-74-82—246 (+30)

JERRY PATE NATIONAL INTERCOLLEGIATE Old Overton Club, Vestavia Hills, Ala., Oct. 12-13 12 Teams, 60 Individuals T3rd 3rd T16th T20th T29th T50th

UNLV Derek Ernst Brett Kanda Kevin Penner Colby Smith Eddie Olson

280 (E) 67 (-3) 70 (E) 71 (+1) 72 (+2) 76 (+6)

HERB WIMBERLY INTERCOLLEGIATE NMSU Golf Course, Las Cruces, N.M., Oct. 26-27 17 Teams, 93 Individuals 1st T1st 3rd T12th T21st T24th

UNLV Derek Ernst Kevin Penner Colby Smith Eddie Olson Brett Kanda

272-279-278—829 (-23) 64-70-70—204 (-9) 66-71-68—205 (-8) 71-69-69—209 (-4) 71-70-71—212 (-1) 72-70-71—213 (E)

ARIZONA INTERCOLLEGIATE Arizona National Golf Club, Tucson, Ariz., Feb. 1-2 14 Teams, 79 Individuals 7th T7th T29th T33rd T43rd T56th

UNLV Colby Smith Derek Ernst Brett Kanda Jeremiah Wooding Kevin Penner

292-273-283—848 (-4) 71-66-70—207 (-6) 71-69-73—213 (E) 73-71-71—215 (+2) 77-71-69—217 (+4) 84-67-73—224 (+11)

JOHN A. BURNS INTERCOLLEGIATE Leilehua Golf Course, Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, Feb. 17-19 15 Teams, 84 Individuals T1st 2nd T3rd 5th T36th T47th

UNLV (won in playoff) Derek Ernst Brett Kanda Kevin Penner Jeremiah Wooding Colby Smith

279-283-274—836 (-28) 68-69-69—206 (-10) 70-71-66—207 (-9) 73-69-66—208 (-8) 69-74-75—218 (+2) 72-75-73—220 (+4)

SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS COLLEGIATE MASTERS Southern Highlands Golf Club, Las Vegas, Nev., March 12-14 15 Teams, 79 Individuals T1st T12th T12th 15th T16th T29th T67th

UNLV (co-champions) Colby Smith Eddie Olson Brett Kanda Jeremiah Wooding Derek Ernst Kevin Penner*

296-297-306—899 (+35) 78-73-74—225 (+9) 70-77-78—225 (+9) 75-73-78—226 (+10) 77-74-76—227 (+11) 74-77-80—231 (+15) 77-83-83—243 (+27)

CALLAWAY GOLF COLLEGIATE MATCH PLAY CHAMPIONSHIP The Ritz Carlton Golf Club, Dove Mountain, Marana, Ariz., March 21-23, 16 Teams First Round (6) UNLV def. (11) Middle Tennessee, 3.5-1.5 Derek Ernst, UNLV halved Kent Bulle, Middle Tennessee Colby Smith, UNLV def. Jason Millard, Middle Tennessee, 1-up Hunter Green, Middle Tennessee def. Brett Kanda, UNLV, 2 & 1 Eddie Olson, UNLV def. Craig Smith, Middle Tennessee, 8 & 7 Jeremiah Wooding, UNLV def. Brad Simons, M. Tenn., 4 & 3 Second Round Championship Bracket (3) Texas A&M def. (6) UNLV, 4-1 Andrea Pavan, Texas A&M def. Derek Ernst, UNLV, 4 & 2 Colby Smith, UNLV def. Cameron Peck, Texas A&M, 1-up Jordan Russell, Texas A&M def. Brett Kanda, UNLV, 5 & 4 Ignacio Elvira, Texas A&M def. Eddie Olson, UNLV, 2 & 1 Conrad Shindler, Texas A&M def. Jeremiah Wooding, UNLV, 1-up Third Round Fifth-Place Bracket (6) UNLV def. (10) San Diego, 3-2 Derek Ernst, UNLV def. Scott Brace, San Diego, 3 & 2 Colby Smith, UNLV def. Kenneth McCready, San Diego, 5 & 3 Alex Ching, San Diego def. Brett Kanda, UNLV, 4 & 3 Eddie Olson, UNLV def. Jason Shano, San Diego, 3 & 2 Gunner Wiebe, San Diego def. Jeremiah Wooding, UNLV, 4 & 2

Fourth Round Fifth-Place Match (13) Iowa def. (6) UNLV, 3-2 Derek Ernst, UNLV def. Brad Hopfinger, UI, 4 & 3 Vince India, UI def. Colby Smith, UNLV, 2-up Barrett Kelpin, UI def. Brett Kanda, UNLV, 2-up Chris Brant, UI def. Eddie Olson, UNLV, 4 & 3 Jeremiah Wooding, UNLV def. Bradley George, UI, 2 & 1

ASU THUNDERBIRD INVITATIONAL ASU Karsten Golf Course, Tempe, Ariz., April 2-3 16 Teams, 89 Individuals T8th T24th T35th T35th T49th T61st

UNLV Eddie Olson Derek Ernst Jeremiah Wooding Brett Kanda Colby Smith

289-286-281—856 (+4) 70-72-71—213 (E) 73-73-69—215 (+2) 78-69-68—215 (+2) 71-73-74—218 (+5) 75-72-73—220 (+7)

PING COUGAR CLASSIC Riverside Country Club, Provo, Utah, April 23-24 18 Teams, 98 Individuals 3rd 7th T10th T13th T24th T63rd

UNLV Derek Ernst Kevin Penner Colby Smith Brett Kanda Jeremiah Wooding

293-287-278—858 (-6) 71-72-69—212 (-4) 73-72-69—214 (-2) 72-72-71—215 (-1) 77-71-69—217 (+1) 77-74-74—225 (+9)

MOUNTAIN WEST CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIP Tucson National Golf Club, Tucson, Ariz., May 6-8 9 Teams, 45 Individuals 3rd 2nd T5th T12th T16th T39th

UNLV Eddie Olson Derek Ernst Colby Smith Kevin Penner Brett Kanda

290-271-288—849 (-3) 76-64-67—207 (-6) 70-69-73—212 (-1) 71-70-73—214 (+1) 73-68-75—216 (+3) 76-78-77—231 (+18)

NCAA SAN DIEGO REGIONAL Carlton Oaks Golf Club, San Diego, Calif., May 20-22 13 Teams, 75 Individuals T3rd T3rd T18th T33rd T45th T57th

UNLV Eddie Olson Colby Smith Derek Ernst Kevin Penner Brett Kanda

294-294-298—886 (+22) 68-73-74—215 (-1) 75-74-73—222 (+6) 74-75-76—225 (+9) 79-72-76—227 (+11) 77-79-75—231 (+15)

NCAA CHAMPIONSHIP The Honors Course, Ooltewah, Tenn., June 1-3 30 Teams, 156 Individuals T21st T25th T64th T103rd T103rd T116th

UNLV Derek Ernst Kevin Penner Brett Kanda Eddie Olson Colby Smith

294-292-293—879 (+15) 72-71-72—215 (-1) 77-72-71—220 (+4) 76-74-75—225 (+9) 74-75-76—225 (+9) 72-80-75—227 (+11)

* Competed as an individual

2009-10 Individual Statistics

NAME . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . RDS . . . . . . . . . . STR . . . . . . . . . . . . . AVG . . . . . . . . . . . . TOP-20 . . . . . . . . TOP-10 . . . . . . . . .TOP-5 . . . . . . . . . PAR . . . . . . . . SUB Derek Ernst . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 . . . . . . . . . . . 2,643 . . . . . . . . . . . 71.43 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 . . . . . . . . . . 17 Colby Smith . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 . . . . . . . . . . . 2,682 . . . . . . . . . . . 72.49 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 . . . . . . . . . . 10 Eddie Olson . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 . . . . . . . . . . . 2,039 . . . . . . . . . . . 72.82 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 . . . . . . . . . . 5 Brett Kanda . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 . . . . . . . . . . . 2,718 . . . . . . . . . . . 73.46 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 . . . . . . . . . . 10 Jeremiah Wooding . . . . . . . . 21 . . . . . . . . . . . 1546 . . . . . . . . . . . 73.62 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 . . . . . . . . . . 4 Kevin Penner . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 . . . . . . . . . . . 2,507 . . . . . . . . . . . 73.74 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 . . . . . . . . . . 10 Less than 10 rounds played Jordan Epstein . . . . . . . . . . . 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . 239 . . . . . . . . . . . . 79.67 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 . . . . . . . . . . 0 TEAM TOTALS . . . . . . . . . . . 37 . . . . . . . . . . 10,626 . . . . . . . . . . . 287.19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 . . . . . . . . . . 16

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2010-11 Schedule gene miranda falcon invitational Dates: Host: Course: Location: Yardage/Par: Course Phone: Media Contact: Office Phone: Fax: Email: Website: 2009 Medalist: 2009 Champion:

September 19-20, 2010 Air Force Academy Eisenhower Golf Club Colorado Springs, Colo. 7,301 Yards, Par 72 (719) 333-2606 Melissa McKeown (719) 333-4263 (719) 333-3798 melissa.mckeown@usafa.edu goairforcefalcons.com Steve Bidne, Northern Colorado (68-69-69—206, -10) Colorado State (288-284-283—855; -9) Eisenhower golf club

ping/golfweek preview Dates: Host: Course: Location: Yardage/Par: Course Phone: Media Contact: Office Phone: Fax: Email: Website: 2009 Medalist: 2009 Champion:

September 26-28, 2010 Oklahoma State University Karsten Creek Golf Club Stillwater, Okla. 7,403 Yards, Par 72 (405) 743-1658 Ryan Cameron (405) 744-4854 (405) 744-7754 ryan.cameron@okstate.edu okstate.com Peter Uihlein, Oklahoma State (69-71-71—211; -5) Oklahoma State (290-287-285—862; -2)

KARSTEN CREEK GOLF CLUB

JERRY PATE NATIONAL INTERCOLLEGIATE Dates: Host: Course: Location: Yardage/Par: Course Phone: Media Contact: Office Phone: Fax: Email: Website: 2009 Medalist: 2009 Champion:

October 11-12, 2010 University of Alabama Old Overton Club Birmingham, Ala. 7,204 Yards, Par 70 (205) 967-4283 Becky Hopf (205) 348-6084 (205) 348-8841 bhopf@ia.ua.edu rolltide.com Hunter Hamrick, Alabama (65; -5) Alabama (273; -7)

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2010-11 Schedule herb wimberly intercollegiate

NMSU Golf Course

Dates: Host: Course: Location: Yardage/Par: Course Phone: Media Contact: Office Phone: Fax: Email: Website: 2009 Medalist: 2009 Champion:

October 25-26, 2010 New Mexico State University NMSU Golf Course Las Cruces, N.M. 7,074 Yards, Par 71 (575) 646-3219 Tyler Dunkel (575) 646-2927 (575) 646-2425 tydunkel@nmsu.edu nmstatesports.com Timothy Madigan, New Mexico St. (71-68-65—204; -9) Derek Ernst, UNLV (64-70-70—204; -9) UNLV (272-279-278—829; -23)

royal oaks intercollegiate Dates: Host: Course: Location: Yardage/Par: Course Phone: Media Contact: Office Phone: Fax: Email: Website: 2009 Medalist: 2009 Champion:

Nov. 1-2, 2010 Baylor University Royal Oaks Country Club Dallas, Texas 7,068 Yards, Par 71 (214) 691-6091 Chris Yandle (254) 710-3638 (254) 710-1369 christopher_yandle@baylor.edu baylorbears.com James Kwon, SMU (76-64-67—207; -6) Texas A&M (286-289-273—848; -4)

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arizona intercollegiate

arizona national golf club

Dates: Host: Course: Location: Yardage/Par: Course Phone: Media Contact: Office Phone: Fax: Email: Website: 2010 Medalist: 2010 Champion:

Janurary 31-February 1, 2011 University of Arizona Arizona National Golf Club Tucson, Ariz. 6,900 Yards, Par 71 (520) 749-3519 ext. 401 Richard Paige (520) 621-0916 (520) 621-2681 rpaige@email.arizona.edu arizonaathletics.com Rich Saferian, Arizona (68-66-66—200; -13) California (269-274-280—823; -29)

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February 26-27, 2011 University of Wyoming The Classic Club Palm Desert, Calif. 7,305 Yards, Par 72 (760) 601-3600 John Paradis (307) 766-2290 (307) 766-2346 jp12@uwyo.edu wyomingathletics.com Gabe Maier (70-68-70—208; -8) Santa Clara (289-283-300—872; +8) the classic club

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2010-11 Schedule 2011 southern highlands collegiate masters

SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS GOLF CLUB

Southern Highlands Golf Club, March 11-13, 2011 Par 72, 7,510 Yards Arizona, Arizona State, Baylor, California, Duke, Georgia, Georgia Tech, Oklahoma State, TCU, Texas, Texas A&M, Texas Tech, UCLA, UNLV, USC

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or the 36th time, many of the nation's top collegiate programs will showcase their talent at the Southern Highlands Collegiate Masters. Hosted by UNLV and the Las Vegas Founders, this prestigious men's golf event annually lures the country's best to compete in the desert. In fact, on an almost annual basis, the event is ranked as the No. 1 tournament in all of collegiate golf in strength of schedule by Golfweek. Established in 1974, the tournament has undergone various format changes, promoted a half-dozen sponsors and survived a two-year hiatus in its 35-year history. It began as the Rebel Collegiate Golf Classic, a small, six-team, 36-hole fall event for Division I programs in the West. To efficiently utilize resources, play was split between the Dunes Country Club and Las Vegas Country Club, and no practice rounds were permitted on either course. Arizona State defeated BYU by a single stroke, and the Rebels finished fourth overall in year one. Since then, the tournament has gone through a myriad of changes. A third round was added in 1975, but counted the lowest five scores of a six-man squad. By 1984, a standard 4-of-5 scoring system was introduced. And it wasn't until 1988 that newly hired head coach Dwaine Knight was able to secure Desert Inn Country Club to host all three rounds, eliminating the rotating course format. The tournament was abandoned in 1996 before UNLV and Golf Digest resurrected it the following season. Moving play to the spring portion of the schedule, the Golf Digest Collegiate Invitational featured one of the richest fields to play in Las Vegas. In 2002, the tournament became known as the Toyota Men’s Collegiate and was played at the Rebels' home course, Southern Highlands Golf Club. The tournament then became known simply as the Southern Highlands Collegiate Championship before another name change in 2010 to the Southern Highlands Collegiate Masters. The SHCM wouldn't be possible without the help of Garry Goett, President of Southern Highlands Golf Club, and the Rebel golf program is very appreciative of all of his efforts. Despite its frequent facelifts, the tourney consistently features the nation's top young golf talent. Jay Don Blake, Stewart Cink, David Duval, Ed Fryatt, David Gossett, Billy Mayfair, Ryan Moore, Phil Mickelson and Camilo Villegas are all former winners that have gone on to PGA Tour success. Other PGA veterans on the tournament's list of "alumni" are Rich Beem, Robert Gamez, Bob May, Paul Stankowski and Scott Verplank along with former Rebels Chad Campbell, Chris Riley, Adam Scott, Skip Kendall, Jeremy Anderson, Ed Fryatt and Charley Hoffman. The individual medalist trophy was named the Jimmy Pettyjohn Trophy in 2006, in memory of the former Rebel Golf Foundation Board member. UNLV and Arizona State share the tourney record with nine titles each. The Rebels have won three straight on two separate occations: from 1993-95 and from 2008-10. UNLV has also won five of the last six overall.

The Desert Inn Country Club served as a long-time home for the Rebel Classic.

Once again, picturesque Southern Highlands Golf Club will serve as the host course, as it has since 2002. The Southern Highlands Collegiate Masters has been ranked No. 1 in strength of schedule several times by Golfweek.

Past Champions

YEAR CHAMPION 1974 Arizona State 1975 Arizona State 1976 Brigham Young 1977 Brigham Young 1978 Arizona State 1979 Brigham Young 1980 Brigham Young 1981 Long Beach State 1982 Brigham Young 1983 Weber State 1984 Oklahoma State 1985 Oklahoma State 1986 Arizona 1987 Arizona State 1988 Oklahoma State 1989 Arizona State 1990 Arizona State 1991 Arizona State 1992 Florida 1993 UNLV 1994 UNLV 1995 UNLV* 1998 Virginia 1999 UNLV 2000 Arizona State* 2001 Georgia Tech 2002 Georgia Tech 2003 Oklahoma State 2004 Arizona State 2005 UNLV 2006 UNLV 2007 UCLA 2008 UNLV 2009 UNLV 2010 UNLV/UCLA * Playoff Winner

MEDALIST Jeff Thomsen, Arizona State Jeff Thomsen, Arizona State Pat McGowan, Brigham Young Stan Souza, Brigham Young Jay Don Blake, Utah State Nathaniel Crosby, Miami Matt Plumie, Nevada-Reno Mike Miles, Long Beach State Rick Gibson, Brigham Young Scott Geroux, Weber State Doug Wherry, Texas-El Paso John O’Neill, Oklahoma State* Grant Waite, Oklahoma Billy Mayfair, Arizona State Kevin Wentworth, Oklahoma State Phil Mickelson, Arizona State Brett Dean, Arizona State Brett Dean, Arizona State Phil Mickelson, Arizona State Stewart Cink, Georgia Tech David Duval, Georgia Tech Ed Fryatt, UNLV Anthony Rodriguez, Texas A&M Ted Oh, UNLV James Driscoll, Virginia David Gossett, Texas D.J. Trahan, Clemson* Jeff Quinney, Arizona State Troy Matteson, Georgia Tech Camilo Villegas, Florida Ryan Moore, UNLV Camilo Villegas, Florida Daniel Im, UCLA* Matt Kinsinger, UNLV Lucas Lee, UCLA Rory Hie, USC* Cameron Tringale, Georgia Tech Jesper Kennegard, Arizona State

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national invitational tournament Dates: Host: Course: Location: Yardage/Par: Course Phone: Media Contact: Office Phone: Fax: Email: Website: 2010 Medalist: 2010 Champion:

omni tucson national resort

March 21-22, 2011 University of Arizona Omni Tucson National Resort Tucson, Ariz. 7,200 Yards, Par 72 (520) 877-2309 Richard Paige (520) 621-0916 (520) 621-2681 rpaige@email.arizona.edu arizonaathletics.com Dylan Frittelli, Texas (73-67-70—210; -6) TCU (286-283-283—852; -12)

karsten golf course

ASU thunderbird invitational Dates: Host: Course: Location: Yardage/Par: Course Phone: Media Contact: Office Phone: Fax: Email: Website: 2010 Medalist: 2010 Champion:

ping cougar classic Dates: Host: Course: Location: Yardage/Par: Course Phone: Media Contact: Office Phone: Fax: Email: Website: 2010 Medalist: 2010 Champion:

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April 14-15, 2011 BYU Riverside Country Club Provo, Utah 7,001 Yards, Par 72 (801) 373-8262 Norma Collett (801) 422-8948 (801) 422-0633 norma_collett@byu.edu byucougars.com Jared Becher, Nevada, Reno (71-66-69—206; -10) Colorado State (285-284-281—850; -14)

April 9-10, 2011 Arizona State University Karsten Golf Course Tempe, Ariz. 7,037 Yards, Par 71 (480) 965-4053 Doug Tammaro (480) 965-5799 (480) 965-5408 tammaro@asu.edu thesundevils.com J.J. Spaun, San Diego State (69-66-70—205; -8) Chris Williams, Washington (72-69-64—205; -8) Washington (287-284-268—839; -13)

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Postseason 12th annual mountain west conference championship

MOUNTAIN WEST CONFERENCE CHAMPion  TO BE CROWNED in tucson, ariz.

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he 2011 Mountain West Conference Men’s Golf Championship will be held at Omni Tucson National Resort in Tucson, Ariz., for the fifth straight year. All nine schools in the league will be represented at the 54-hole MWC Championship, slated for Thursday, May 5 through Saturday, May 7.

Air Force, BYU, Colorado State, New Mexico, San Diego State, TCU, UNLV, Utah, Wyoming

Dates: Host: Course: Location: Yardage/Par: Course Phone: Media Contact: Office Phone: Fax: Email: Website:

omni tucson national resort

May 5-7, 2011 Mountain West Conference Omni Tucson National Resort Tucson, Ariz. 7,200 Yards, Par 72 (520) 877-2309 Javan Hedlund (719) 488-4051 (719) 487-7241 jhedlund@themwc.com themwc.com

Mwc Champions YEAR 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010

TEAM UNLV BYU UNLV New Mexico BYU New Mexico New Mexico New Mexico BYU Colorado State TCU Colorado State

INDIVIDUAL Michael Kirk, UNLV John Lepak, San Diego State Martin Laird, Colorado State Michael Letzig, New Mexico Ryan Moore, UNLV Nick Becker, BYU Jay Choi, New Mexico Robby Ormand, TCU Eddie Olson, UNLV Steve Saunders, New Mexico Ryan Peterson, Colorado State

REGIONAL SITES

mAY 19-21, 2011 Host: Course: Location:

University of Arizona Omni Tucson National Resort Tucson, Ariz.

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University of Colorado Colorado National Golf Club Erie, Colo.

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University of Florida Golden Ocala Golf Club Ocala, Fla.

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Indiana University Wolf Run Golf Club Zionsville, Ind.

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University of San Diego The Farms Golf Club Rancho Santa Fe, Calif.

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Virginia Polytechnic & State University Pete Dye River Course Blacksburg, Va.

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NCAA Championship

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REBELS SEEK 18th NCAA CHAMPIONSHIP APPEARANCE IN 2011

he yardstick by which success is measured in college golf is undoubtedly the NCAA Championship. While plenty of other tournaments carry prestige and feature luxurious and exclusive courses, the NCAA finals are always the pinnacle of the college golf season. In 2011, UNLV will be seeking its 18th appearance at the national finals. The Rebels have qualified for 17 NCAA finals since Dwaine Knight took over the program, including last year in 2010. UNLV has enjoyed success at the finals, finishing in the top 10 nine times, including a victory at the 1998 NCAA Championship and a runner-up finish in 1996. Additionally, two UNLV individuals have brought home the national title (Warren Schutte in 1991 and Ryan Moore in 2004). The Rebels will be looking for their second national team title when play begins at Karsten Creek Golf Club in Stillwater, Okla., from May 31 - June 5, 2011. A new format was introduced two years ago. Following 54 holes of stroke play, the individual champion is then crowned. The field is then cut to the low eight teams, which advance to match-play until a team champion emerges. Thirty teams qualify for the NCAA Championship finals, but instead of coming from three regions like in the past, six sites now host NCAA Regionals. The Rebels have been to a NCAA-record 22 straight regionals.

114th Annual NCAA Championship

Dates: Host: Course: Location: Yardage/Par: Course Phone: Media Contact: Office Phone: Fax: Email: Website: 2010 Medalist: 2010 Champion:

karsten creek golf club

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May 31 - June 5, 2011 Oklahoma State University Karsten Creek Golf Club Stillwater, Okla. 7,403 Yards, Par 72 (405) 743-1658 Ryan Cameron (405) 744-4854 (405) 744-7754 ryan.cameron@okstate.edu okstate.com Scott Langley, Illinois (70-68-68—206; -10) Augusta State


“He’s done it the right way, by knowing what’s in the best interest of his players. Some coaches tell their kids, ‘I’m not your friend.’ When Dwaine develops a bond with a player, it’s not for four years, it’s for a lifetime.”

--- South Carolina Director of Golf Puggy Blackmon

“I definitely owe all of my golf accomplishments to Coach Knight. As a freshman I wasn’t a very good putter. He taught me putting, and I became one of the best putters on the Tour. He taught me a lot about golf and life.”

--- Former UNLV and current PGA Tour player Chris Riley

“The coaches you see out there recruiting at the junior and amateur tournaments in the summer are the ones you can bet will have success. I see Dwaine at those tournaments all the time. He’s definitely one of the best coaches around today.”

--- Arizona State Head Coach Randy Lein

“They’re always the team to beat if you want to win a Mountain West title, and it will always be that way. UNLV will always be one of the elite programs in the country as long as Dwaine’s around.”

--- Brigham Young Head Coach Bruce Brockbank

“He allows players to function on their own. He instills discipline but also lets you find your own path. I wasn’t here to be a pro golfer; I was here to go to college. Now, I’ve graduated from law school.”

--- Former UNLV golfer and current Assistant Coach Daron Dorsey

“As far as his ability to coach is concerned, you need to look no further than his 1998 national championship. He’s in a very elite group that we all aspire to and very few actually achieve. Within 10 years, he went from not contending to winning a national title.”

--- Oklahoma State Director of Athletics and former Head Coach Mike Holder

“Dwaine Knight is a terrific coach and the resources are unparalleled. Aside from having the leading courses in the Vegas area at our disposal, we had access to the same physical trainer who works with Tiger Woods. The environment lends itself to becoming a better golfer. If I hadn't thought so, I wouldn't have returned for my senior year after winning the Amateur and nearly every other important event in amateur golf. I felt that I could still benefit from the resources of that program.”

--- Former UNLV and current PGA Tour player Ryan Moore


Coaching Staff

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two-time National Coach of the Year and 2002 GCAA Hall of Fame inductee, Dwaine Knight has been the driving force behind the tremendous success of Rebel Golf since his arrival in Las Vegas in the fall of

1987. Knight, who is in his 24th season at the helm of the UNLV men’s golf program, has nurtured Rebel golf from near-anonymity to one of the premier programs in the nation. In 1998, he guided the Rebels to their first-ever NCAA crown in Albuquerque, N.M. Knight has taken the Rebels to an unprecedented 17 trips to the national finals and coached them to 11 top-15 finishes. Additionally, he has led his team to a current NCAA-record 22 straight appearances at the NCAA Regionals. Under his tutelage, the Rebels earned their first-ever No. 1 ranking in 1993 and following the 1997-98 season, the team finished No. 1 in the nation in all polls. A true teacher of the sport, Knight has tutored 39 All-Americans at UNLV, a National Player of the Year, a National Freshman of the Year, a U.S. Amateur Champion, three U.S. Public Links Champions, three Walker Cup participants and five Palmer Cup representatives. Additionally, two former Rebel golfers have gone on to play for the U.S. in the Ryder Cup. Knight has captured three national titles (one team championship and two individuals), has won six conference championships and has developed 62 all-conference players. Over the last decade, Knight has helped 12 Rebel golfers earn the All-America Scholar award and four have been named Academic AllAmericans.

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"I am very proud of what we have accomplished at UNLV in my time here," Knight said. "I can remember the first time we qualified for nationals (in 1989) and how excited we were just to make it there. Now I feel that we have moved to the next level where our players expect to go to nationals and are ready to compete for the national championship every year. “Winning our three national titles (one team in 1998 and two individuals in 1991 and 2004) has been a dream come true for myself and the school. We felt that as a team we had been a serious contender prior to winning it all, and to get over the top really legitimized our program. Winning those championships is a reflection of the outstanding young men that we have had in our program and all of the hard work and effort they have given through the years, both on and off the golf course." Since Knight came to UNLV, nine of his players have gone on to play on the PGA TOUR and six of those are still active and have combined for 16 PGA TOUR titles. Knight came to UNLV from the University of New Mexico, where he served as the head coach from 1978-87. Eight of his players earned All-American honors and 14 were tabbed All-WAC. He led the Lobos to a league crown in 1979 and

KNIGHT’S COACHING HONORS 2009 -- 2008 -- 2005 -- 2004 -- 2002 -- 1998 – 1998 – 1998 – 1998 – 1997 – 1994 – 1992 – 1991 – 1991 – 1989 – 1981 – 1979 –

So. Nevada Chapter PGA Golf Professional of the Year Las Vegas Golf Hall of Fame Inductee 1998 National Championship Team Inducted, UNLV Athletics Hall of Fame Golf Coaches Association of America District VIII Coach of the Year Southern Nevada Sports Hall of Fame Inductee Golf Coaches Association of America Hall of Fame Southern Nevada Golf Hall of Fame Inductee Mountain West Conference Coach of the Year Golf Coaches Association of America National Coach of the Year Golf Coaches Association of America District VIII Coach of the Year Golfweek Magazine’s National Coach of the Year Western Athletic Conference Coach of the Year Captain, United States Palmer Cup Team West Team Coach, NCAA East vs. West All-American Matches United States vs. Japan All-Star Matches Golf Coaches Association of America National Coach of the Year NCAA District VIII Coach of the Year Co-Big West Coach of the Year NCAA District VII Coach of the Year Western Athletic Conference Coach of the Year


Dwaine Knight a fifth-place finish at the NCAA Championships that same year. In all, he led New Mexico to eight appearances in the national finals, including two top-10 finishes. Want to honor Knight? Well, join the club. The only two-time winner in the '90s of the GCAA National Coach of the Year award (1991 and 1998), Knight was also proclaimed Golfweek National Coach of the Year in 1998, earned Coach of the Year honors at the conference level four times (1979, 1989, 1998 and 2002) and at the district tier four times (District VII in 1981, District VIII in 1991, 1998 and 2005). He has been inducted to four Halls of Fame - the GCAA, the Southern Nevada Golf Association, the Southern Nevada Sports and the Las Vegas Golf. In 2008, his 1998 National Champion squad was inducted into the UNLV Athletics Hall of Fame and in 2009 he was named the Southern Nevada Chapter's PGA Golf Professional of the Year. He reached the pinnacle of coaching honors during the summer of 1997 when he was chosen as the United States' captain for the inaugural Palmer Cup. "It was a real honor to be thought of so highly by your peers," Knight said of his selection as captain. "But it's a real reflection on the type of players we've had and the support we've received from the university and the Las Vegas community. That's where the real credit goes." An accomplished golfer in his own right,

Knight played four seasons at New Mexico (1966-69) and played on the 1967 team that won the WAC championship and placed ninth at nationals. Knight then spent five years (1972-77) on the PGA Tour, winning his first tournament -- the Southwest PGA Championship -- as early as his second season. After leaving the tour, Knight replaced Dick McGuire as New Mexico's head coach in 1978. Knight remains a member of the Professional Golfers Association. Knight and his wife Debbie live in Las Vegas and have a daughter, Keely.

Coach Knight and his wife, Debbie.

Captain Knight helped lead the United States Team to a Palmer Cup Victory in 1997.

Serving as caddy for former Rebel great Warren Schutte at the 1993 Masters, Knight got to see one of his pupil's dreams come true. Knight is in his 24th year leading the Rebel program. 35


Dwaine Knight

Knight was inducted into the Southern Nevada Sports Hall of Fame in 2004.

Knight with his wife Debbie and President Clinton in the Oval Office after the Rebels won the national championship.

Knight's Year-By-Year Record

Year School Conference/Finish 1978 New Mexico Western Athletic/3rd 1979 New Mexico Western Athletic/1st 1980 New Mexico Western Athletic/3rd 1981 New Mexico Western Athletic/3rd 1982 New Mexico Western Athletic/2nd 1983 New Mexico Western Athletic/6th 1984 New Mexico Western Athletic/5th 1985 New Mexico Western Athletic/2nd 1986 New Mexico Western Athletic/2nd 1987 New Mexico Western Athletic/2nd 1988 UNLV Big West/7th 1989 UNLV Big West/4th 1990 UNLV Big West/2nd 1991 UNLV Big West/2nd 1992 UNLV Big West/1st 1993 UNLV Big West/1st 1994 UNLV Big West/1st 1995 UNLV Big West/2nd 1996 UNLV Big West/1st 1997 UNLV Western Athletic/2nd 1998 UNLV Western Athletic/2nd 1999 UNLV Western Athletic/2nd 2000 UNLV Mountain West/1st 2001 UNLV Mountain West/5th 2002 UNLV Mountain West/1st 2003 UNLV Mountain West/T4th 2004 UNLV Mountain West/3rd 2005 UNLV Mountain West/2nd 2006 UNLV Mountain West/3rd 2007 UNLV Mountain West/2nd 2008 UNLV Mountain West/4th 2009 UNLV Mountain West/3rd 2010 UNLV Mountain West/3rd * NCAA West Regional Champions

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All-Conference Selections 1 2 1 2 1 0 1 2 2 1 1 2 4 4 3 4 3 4 4 3 2 2 2 1 2 2 2 2 3 2 3 2 2

Knight shows off his Golf Coaches Association of America Hall of Fame plaque.

All-America Selections 1 1 1 2 1 0 1 0 1 0 0 1 1 1 3 3 2 1 4 2 4 4 2 1 1 1 1 2 2 1 0 1 1

Postseason/Fin­ish NCAA Finals NCAA Finals/5th NCAA Finals/7th NCAA Finals NCAA Finals NCAA Finals NCAA Finals NCAA Finals NCAA Finals *NCAA Finals NCAA Finals/8th NCAA Finals/4th NCAA Finals/8th *NCAA Finals/7th NCAA Finals/15th NCAA Finals/2nd *NCAA Finals NATIONAL CHAMPS NCAA Finals/6th NCAA Finals/6th NCAA West Regional/11th NCAA Finals/23rd NCAA Finals/13th NCAA West Regional/11th *NCAA Finals/8th NCAA Finals/19th NCAA West Regional/16th NCAA West Regional/24th NCAA Austin Regional/7th NCAA Finals/21st


Helping Players Get To The Next Level PGA Tour players Charley Hoffman, Ryan Moore, Chad Campbell, Chris Riley, Adam Scott, Bill Lunde and Skip Kendall all played collegiately at UNLV and learned from Coach Knight, who many say is one of the top short game instructors in the world.

--- GolfLasVegasNow.com

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y the time many young golfers get to college, they have spent years with swing instructors with hopes to master techniques to drive the ball longer and straighter and hit irons with perfection. However, not too many work specifically with putting and short game techniques in mind. For Dwaine Knight, the experience of playing on the PGA Tour was valuable, but something he treasures was the chance to work with some outstanding teachers throughout the years - teachers that focused on short-game and putting techniques. Using the knowledge he gained from those individuals along with the experience he gained playing on Tour and then years later as a college coach, Knight has been able to develop a system that has helped his students achieve their goals. Along with working with golfers in the UNLV program, Knight continues to help instruct a number of PGA Tour players and other professional golfers as they continue their quests to be the best. Even with the improvement in technology, the ideas and theories that Knight learned in the early days of the Tour are very relevant to the way good putting and the short game is understood today. With the facilities available to Knight and UNLV, the physical training program that he and Keith Kleven have developed and the teaching opportunities that Knight provides, UNLV is one of the top programs in the nation in helping players reach the next level in their careers.

What They Are Saying.... “Coach Knight has the ability to keep the putting process very simple and his teaching sessions are always a positive experience. No matter where you are with your putting stroke, he can bring you around to a comfortable stroke that you can trust. He took me from an average putter entering college to a putting stroke which has allowed me to earn a living on the PGA Tour. I respect Dwaine for his willingness to work with all levels of golfers; he is a true teacher of the game.”

--- Charley Hoffman, Former Rebel golfer, 2-Time PGA Tour Champion

“I couldn’t be where I am today without the program at UNLV and Coach Knight. Coach worked with me from the start and helped me with my short game and I saw immediate improvements. I still almost exclusively work with Coach on my short game. He seems to know exactly what I need to work on, even now. I can’t thank Coach and UNLV enough for all they have done for me. It was the perfect university to go to for helping me get to where I am now in my career.”

--- Chad Campbell, Former Rebel golfer, 4-time PGA Tour champion, 2004, 2006, 2008 U.S. Ryder Cup Team

“If a young golfer has the dream of playing on the PGA Tour, there is no better place to play college golf than UNLV. Dwaine Knight and Keith Kleven will help you learn what it takes to be successful at the next level.”

--- Hank Haney, Leading Golf Instructor

Coach Knight works with former Rebel golfer and four-time PGA Tour champion Chad Campbell on his putting at The Masters.

“Everywhere I go in the golf market, people mention Coach Knight’s name with the highest respect. Whether it be David Leadbetter or his instructors Frank Thomas, Goeff Mangum or Robert Winters, they all agree his reputation is outstanding.”

--- Dr. Christian Marquardt, Founder - Science&Motion Golf Labs Europe

“He made me understand what was supposed to happen on the putting green. Once I understood that, it seemed easy. He really changed the way I thought about it and my attitude. He helped me go from being one of the worst putters in college to one of the best.”

--- Warren Schutte, Former Rebel golfer, 1991 NCAA Individual Champion

“I believe in the knowledge and understanding he has of the short game. His ability to communicate along with the fundamentals that he has taught me have definitely made me a more confident and aggressive player on and around the greens.”

--- Boyd Summerhays, PGA Tour player

“He kept things so simple and he stressed the importance of it (short game). Everybody wants to go out and hit balls and get on the driving range but he made us practice and it paid off.”

--- Ed Fryatt, Former Rebel golfer, PGA Tour player

“Coach Knight must be congratulated on all of his success. Two Ryder Cup players and a U.S. Amateur champion - something must be working.”

“I have met many of Coach Knight’s former players and they all have nothing but praise for him and the UNLV golf program, as it should be. I am sure he is enjoying the fruits of his hard work over many years.”

“The golf program at UNLV played a big part in my golf education, helping me to prepare for life on Tour. Great facilities to use, great competition to play in and great friends made. I look back at my time at UNLV and have great memories.”

“He keeps it real simple and everything is consistent. He knows everyone is built differently and has a different style, but he works with what you have and he is just great at it. He knows what he is doing.”

--- David Leadbetter, Leading Golf Instructor

--- Adam Scott, Former Rebel golfer, 7-time PGA Tour champion

--- Jim Nantz, Broadcaster - CBS Sports

--- Justin Lee, Former Rebel golfer

“Coach Knight is an incredible short game instructor and he has a vast knowledge of the game of golf. One of the things he constantly emphasized was the importance of the finishing holes in every tournament. I can’t even begin to count how many times his words rang true, with the finishing holes making the difference between winning and losing.”

--- Ryan Moore, Former Rebel golfer, 2004 NCAA Individual Champion, PGA Tour Champion “I have never met anybody who knows as much as he does about the short game and putting. Coach Knight has a lot of wisdom about it and the way he sets up to the putter is just awesome.”

--- Chris Riley, Former Rebel golfer, PGA Tour champion, 2004 U.S. Ryder Cup Team “Coach, keep up the good work.”

--- Tiger Woods, 71-time PGA Tour Champion, 14 Major Championships “What makes him so great is he has learned from one of the best short game players in the world - George Low. He has a lot of information on short game and putting, which happens to be the most important part of the game and the great thing is he is willing to share it.”

--- Bob May, PGA Tour player

“UNLV: Great Program, Great City, Great Golf Team, Great Place to go to School.”

--- Butch Harmon, World-Renown Golf Instructor

Coach Knight is considered one of the leading teachers of putting and the short game and has written numerous articles on the subject.

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Coaching Staff

“Daron is part of the rich tradition and history of UNLV golf. He was a member of the group that really built the tradition here and got us to the top of the mountain as a program. That is a great perspective to be coming from. He achieved a lot as a student, as well as an athlete here at UNLV, and is a great addition as assistant coach.”

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he UNLV golf program’s success is due, in great part, to the

tremendous support it receives from the community and staff. A great majority of the support falls on the shoulders of assistant coach Daron Dorsey. Dorsey is in his second season as assistant coach with the Rebels golf program, but he is no stranger to it - having been a part of it as a student-athlete as well as serving as an intregal member of the Rebel Golf Foundation. Dorsey was a student-athlete in the Rebel golf program from 1994-98 under current head coach Dwaine Knight. During those years, UNLV won the NCAA Championship in 1998, was NCAA runner-up in 1996, won conference and regional championships and numerous regular-season events against the best fields in college golf. Additionally, the program was consistently ranked at or near the top of every college golf poll during that period. As a student-athlete, Dorsey excelled in leadership positions on campus as well. He was a member and eventual president of UNLV's Student-Athlete Advisory Board, served as a student ambassador for former UNLV President Dr. Carol Harter and the UNLV Foundation, and was appointed to a CSUN Student Government position on campus. He also served a term as district representative to the NCAA StudentAthlete Advisory Committee that argued legislation from the floor of the 1997 NCAA Convention. In addition, Dorsey was honored in the Rebel Academic Top 30 on multiple occasions, was a conference student-athlete award honoree and received an academic scholarship from the College of Business while playing golf at UNLV. After receiving his bachelor of science in business administration (marketing) in 1998, Dorsey graduated in the charter class of the William S. Boyd School of Law at UNLV in 2001 and became a licensed attorney in Nevada. Before accepting

Coaches Knight and Dorsey.

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-- Head Coach Dwaine Knight

the position of assistant coach at UNLV, Dorsey practiced law for eight years handling commercial litigation, administrative and regulatory compliance, and government relations matters with two well-established Las Vegas law firms - Jolley Urga Wirth Woodbury & Standish and Snell & Wilmer L.L.P. "Daron is part of the rich tradition and history of UNLV golf," Knight said. "He was a member of the group that really built the tradition here and got us to the top of the mountain as a program. That is a great perspective to be coming from. I feel fortunate to have someone with such a great connection to our successful heritage and, as an active member of our Rebel Golf Foundation, someone also deeply committed to our future. He achieved a lot as a student, as well as an athlete here at UNLV, and is a great addition to the program as assistant coach." Dorsey was the first former player appointed to the board of directors of the Rebel Golf Foundation, the foundation that supports the operation of the UNLV men's golf program, and recently served as vice president. He also served on the UNLV Athletics Hall of Fame Board of Directors and was inducted as part of the 1998 men's golf team during the 2008 induction ceremony. Dorsey also taught as an adjunct professor during the Spring 2009 semester in the William F. Harrah College of Hotel Administration at UNLV, teaching hospitality and travel law. "Coach Knight, this golf program, and this university provided me a platform to graduate from college, attend law school and practice law alongside great lawyers at well-respected law firms," Dorsey said. "I cherish those experiences and relationships from private practice but always maintained a deep-rooted desire to pursue a career in coaching a collegiate golf team. I appreciate the opportunity to allow me to pursue that passion." Dorsey's wife Jennie is an attorney and shareholder in the Las Vegas law firm of Kemp Jones & Coulthard, and has a 12-year-old daughter, Katie, who is Daron's stepdaughter.

The Dorsey family: Daron, Jennie and Katie.


Support Staff

brackley frayer Faculty Athletics Representative

andy grossman Media Relations

mark guadagnoli Mental Training

David jackson Academic Advising

keith kleven Physical Therapy

kyle wilson Athletic Training

unlv athletics medical staff

Dr. Greg Bigler Orthopedics

Dr. James Callaway Dr. Albert Capanna Dr. Craig Hamilton Dentist Neurosurgeon Optometrist

Dr. Gerald Higgins Orthopedics

NOT PICTURED: Dr. James Manning (Orthopedics) Dr. Scott Martin (Orthopedics) Dr. Hadi Shah (Sports Medicine Fellow)

Dr. Keith Kohorst Optometrist

Dr. michael milligan Head Team Physician/ Medical Director

Dr. Daniel Orr Maxillofacial

Dr. joseph yu Orthopedics

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Endowment Program Endowment Program Raises Scholarship funds for rebel golfers

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ince the arrival of Dwaine Knight on the UNLV campus as head golf coach in 1987, NCAA Tournament invitations and national rankings have become commonplace. Success such as this becomes possible only through the recruitment of individuals who are not only top junior golfers, but are exceptional student-athletes. UNLV’s golf program scored a major championship in this area in August of 1990 with the endowment of all five scholarships permitted by the NCAA. The UNLV golf program would like to extend a special thank you to Ms. Christina Hixson of the Ernst F. Lied Foundation, International Game Technologies, the estate of Earl E. Wilson, the Las Vegas Founders and the many members of the UNLV Golf Foundation for their generous support of the Golf Endowment Program. The program received a sincerely appreciated financial boost in 1991 when IGT contributed a gift in stock valued at $500,000. An additional $250,000 was added to the endowment fund by the Earl E. Wilson estate

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Rebel Golf Committment ead coach Dwaine Knight has established the foundation for a national championship-caliber golf program on a continual basis. Knight’s philosophy places the program’s focus in six major areas:

ACADEMICS Knight emphasizes the importance of student-athletes obtaining a valuable, significant college education. The athletic department’s commitment to this goal includes monitoring student-athletes’ progress through professors and providing tutoring and counseling when necessary. Study halls are available weekly for individual attention. A full-time academic advisor helps each student-athlete develop a challenging, meaningful curriculum, ensuring progress toward a degree is being made while conforming to the standards of the program, the university and the NCAA. COMMUNITY SUPPORT The Rebel Golf Foundation and the Las Vegas community continue to demonstrate support unparalleled in college athletics. UNLV boasts a fully endowed golf program. FACILITIES In addition to some of the finest on-campus athletic facilities in the country, the Rebels have access to the top golf courses in Las Vegas. UNLV’s home course is Southern Highlands, which has been ranked as the best new private club in the Western U.S. However, to meet specific training demands, the Rebels have a wide variety of courses available for use, ranging from desert settings to classic links-style courses. Some of these courses play host to the PGA Tour’s Justin Timberlake Shriners Hospitals for Children Open, one of the rich40

in 1993 and in 2004 the Lied Foundation contributed $200,000, which has helped to bring the Endowment Program’s balance to over $4.3 million. The success of Rebel Golf Day, a fundraiser held annually to help defray the rising cost of inflation each year, has also been instrumental. The UNLV Rebel Golf Foundation initiated the endowment fund, which provides funds for the ever-increasing costs associated with a college education. All those involved with UNLV golf appreciate the financial support the community of Las Vegas has given – and continues to give.

est events on the tour. Other venues serve the daily tourists who try their hand at some of the richest, most beautiful and most challenging courses while vacationing in the city. Among the local courses on which the Rebels also play are Angel Park Golf Club, Anthem Country Club, Canyon Gate Country Club, Desert Pines Golf Club, Lakes Golf Club at Primm Valley, Las Vegas Country Club, Las Vegas Paiute Resort Sun Mountain, Reflection Bay Golf Club at Lake Las Vegas, The Revere at Anthem Golf Club, Rio Secco, Royal Links, Secretariat West at Stallion Mountain Country Club, Shadow Creek, SouthShore Golf Club at Lake Las Vegas Resort, Spanish Trail Country Club, the TPC at Summerlin, the TPC at the Canyons and the Wynn Golf and Country Club. COACHING As a former collegiate and PGA Tour player, Knight has the experience and knowledge to help young men reach their golf potential. A veteran of the game, Knight has almost 40 years experience of playing and coaching the sport. SCHEDULE Knight believes in playing the strongest, most demanding schedule possible. No team in the nation plays a better schedule. Knight seeks variety in courses and competition throughout the nation that best prepares the team to compete for a national title. UNLV flies to all of its tournaments. WEATHER With nearly 300 sunny days a year, the weather in Las Vegas is conducive to year-round golf, allowing practice and competition to continue throughout winter months.


Rebel Golf Foundation

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he Rebel Golf Foundation was organized during the 1986-87 academic year to support the UNLV golf team. The goals of the foundation are to support a golf program with a national reputation for athletic excellence, scholarship and personal achievement. Additionally, the foundation strives to completely endow the UNLV golf program so that it will be able to compete at the highest level for many years to come.

2010-11 Foundation Members Don Ackerman Dan Albregts Fred Allen Janice Allen Bob Baldwin Charlie Baron Marcia Beat Tom Beat Jim Bianco Bob Biddle Dayton Blaine Bill Boyd Harlan Braaten Carl Brunson Brian Buckley Cliff Buckley Patrick Byrne Domingo Cambeiro Chad Campbell Bob Clayton Jerilyn Clayton Bob Coffin Gil Cohen Mike Corrigan

Ben Hamilton Craig Hamilton Jeff Harmon Tom Hartley William Harvey Skip Hempler Jerry Herbst Eric Hilton Christina Hixson Charley Hoffman Guy Hudson Glenn Hurst Joe Jacobs George Jaramillo Norm Jenkins Dave Johnson Jr Jan Jones James Jones Ennis Jordan Steve Kalb Wendy Kalb Keith Kleven Steve Kramer Thomas Krob

Glenn Daugherty Drake DeLanoy John Dierks Danny Dorsey Julian Dugas Alan Duncan Leo N. Durant Mike Ensign Sharon Ensign Charlie Fahr Bill Fain Richard Favero Cliff Findlay Justin Findlay Mark Fine Edward Fryatt Maurice Gallagher Ken Gardner Steve Gephardt Garry Goett Kenneth Gragson Brian Greenspun David Gubler Jim Gubler

Steve Laman Joe Le Pire Jr Mark Lefever Drew Levy Jack Libby Jim Livengood Charles Lombardo Guyan Long George Lyles Peter Malone Tom Mangione Anthony Marlon Charles Mathewson Ben B Maze Ben Maze Kay Maze Bill McBeath Ron McMillan Brian Menzel Bill Moody Barbara Moody Barry Moore Robert Morrow Paul Morton

Milt Meyers Jimmy/Bunny Newman Ray Norvell Ed Olliges Patty Olliges Russ Olsen John Parker Bill Paulos Hugo Paulson Sam Pizzoferrato Vic Plassman Jim Potter Chris Publow Ted Quirk Jack Rappaport Chris Riley Carl Robinson Sig Rogich Woddy Rossum Larry Ruvo Charles Ruthe Gordon Sarrett Jerry Savio

Eric Schroeder Stewart Schroeder Guilia Sergas Lance Shoen Fred Smith Wes Smith Don Snyder Max Spilka Alex Sugden Beth Taylor Doug Thomas Bill Titus Janice Titus Joe Tom Bill Trent Rex Verley Del Walkenshaw Elly Walkenshaw Bill Weinberger Ted Wiens Jr Scott Wingfield Steve Wynn

2010 Honored Member

C las vegas founders golf foundation

ontinuing a tradition born in 1987, the UNLV Rebel Golf Foundation honors an individual, group of individuals or an organization each year for their generous support of the program. The title of “Honored Member” goes to those whose dedication furthers UNLV’s goal of maintaining a championship-caliber team. As Coach Knight calls them, they are those who go above and beyond what a general supporter of the program would. The Rebels’ 2010 Honored Member is the Las Vegas Founders Golf Foundation. The Las Vegas Founders and its charitable foundation, the Las Vegas Founders Golf Foundation, have contributed millions of dollars to local charities over the years from its operation of golf events for the PGA Tour, Champions Tour, UNLV men's golf team, UNLV women's golf team, and the American Junior Golf Association.

"The Founders have been with us since I started my coaching career 23 years ago," UNLV head coach Dwaine Knight said. "They were the first group that stepped up and made it possible for me to come here and be able to coach the Rebels. They gave us a large gift way back then to make that possible and they are ending their role as Las Vegas Founders this year, again giving a major gift to our program. "Through all that history, they have continued to support our team from the beginning to the end of the organization. I am very grateful for all the support they have given us and also feel that it has been a privilege to have been associated with so many outstanding people in the community. They have not only helped UNLV golf, but also so many other organizations throughout the valley. Through golf, they have given to so many benefactors and it is great that we are able to honor them this year for their long standing support of our program."

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Past Honored Members

jay beckman 2009

Del Walkenshaw 2008

CLIFF FINDLAY 2003

eric hilton 2002

ERNIE BECKER JR. 1997

dave johnson 1991

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GARY HART 1996

ben and kay maze 2007

Charles baron 2006

gary goett 2001

charles mathewson 1995

patty and ed olliges 1990

HOWIE ELLIS 2000

steve wynn 1994

eddie kahn 1989

BRIAN GREENSPUN 2005

ALAN DUNCAN 1999

david gubler 2004

THOMAS HARTLEY 1998

ted quirk 1993

keith kleven 1992

christina hixson 1988

Tom wiesner 1987


Rebel Golf Day Through The Years

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eld annually since 1987, Rebel Golf Day is an event designed to bring all members of the Rebel Golf Foundation together with each other and UNLV players, staff and alumni. The festivities are highlighted by a Rebel Scramble golf tournament followed by a banquet that also serves as a team awards ceremony. In addition, each member of the squad is introduced individually as the latest edition of the Rebel golf team is unveiled to supporters every autumn. “Rebel Golf Day is our connection every year with the community,” said Dwaine Knight. “It gives the players a chance to play a few holes with the people who support them year in and year out and offers them an opportunity to get to know them on a more personal basis. “It not only raises money but also awareness and goodwill in the Rebel Golf Family. That connection is so important – you can’t ever lose that tie to the community if you’re going to be an effective program.” Rebel Golf Day is held every November.

Head Coach Dwaine Knight addresses the crowd.

Coach Knight presents Charles Baron with the 2006 Honored Member award.

David Gubler, former Rebel Golf Foundation President, and Greg Maddux, former MLB all-star pitcher, enjoy the day.

Former Rebel golfers Jeremy Anderson, Ed Fryatt and Physical Therapist Keith Kleven.

Coach Knight with longtime Rebel golf supporters Bob Cole and Brian Greenspun.

Coach Knight with Ben and Kay Maze, the 2007 Honored Members.

Debbie and Dwaine Knight with UNLV Vice President Bill Boldt.

Rebel Golf Day is also an annual favorite of former players. Eric Schroeder, who played golf at UNLV from 1990-94, talks strategy with Ryan Moore several years ago.

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Rebel Golf Day Through The Years Chris Villareale out on the course in 2007. The late Tom Wiesner was Rebel golf’s very first Honored Member in 1987 and a renowned supporter of UNLV Athletics. “The Big Dog,” as he was known, hits a drive at Rebel Golf Day in 2002. Coach Knight and 2009 Honored Member Jay Beckman.

Rebel Golf Day also serves as the team’s annual awards presentation ceremony.

Cliff Findlay and former Rebel golfer Ryan Moore.

David Gubler (left) and Ben Maze.

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Rebel Golf Day Through The Years

Former Rebel golfer Seung-su Han assists this group with a drive at the 2005 edition of Rebel Golf Day.

Ted Quirk on the putting green with a caddy during the 2007 event.

Former Rebel golfer C.J. Gatto talks with Greg Maddux, former MLB all-star pitcher.

Former Rebel golfer and current UNLV assistant coach Daron Dorsey (left) chats with fellow former Rebel golfer Ed Fryatt before the round.

Following the day's round of golf, Derek Ernst talks to the group.

Knight with former Rebel golfer Ed Fryatt.

On the practice range before the round.

Carl and Kathryn Robinson enjoying the day.

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The Mountain West Conference Mountain West Quick Facts

Founded:....................................................................................1998 Commissioner:.......................................................Craig Thompson Mailing Address:......................... 15455 Gleneagle Drive, Suite 200 . ...................................................Colorado Springs, CO 80921-2591 Phone:.......................................................................(719) 488-4040 FAX:...........................................................................(719) 487-7241 Golf Contact:............................................................. Javan Hedlund Email:............................................................ jhedlund@themwc.com Office Phone:............................................................(719) 488-4051 BRET GILLILAND Deputy Commissioner

CAROLAYNE HENRY Associate Commissioner Compliance/SWA

Commissioner Craig Thompson Craig Thompson was the Mountain West Conference’s first employee when he was named Commissioner on Oct. 15, 1998. Ever since, Thompson has navigated the newest NCAA Division I conference through the ever-changing landscape of intercollegiate athletics. As the league enters its 12th season of competition in 2010-11, Thompson continues to create and improve the opportunities for MWC institutions and student-athletes to be successful both academically and athletically. Since the Mountain West Conference opened its doors on January 4, 1999, Thompson has been committed to excellence in intercollegiate athletics, while promoting the academic missions of its member institutions. Progressive in its approach, the MWC has flourished under the guidance of Commissioner Thompson and continues to cultivate opportunities for student-athletes to compete at the highest level, while fostering academic achievement and sportsmanship. He has been instrumental in negotiating nearly $230 million in television revenue and has been an innovator in the postseason bowl structure as MWC teams have participated in five inaugural bowl games. Thompson also has positioned the Mountain West for the future with the addition of Texas Christian University in 2005, and the recent announcement on June 17, 2010 that Boise State University would become a member of the Mountain West Conference on July 1, 2011. His leadership and vision have helped the conference enhance its television revenue and exposure through revolutionary agreements with CBS College Sports Network (formerly CSTV) and Comcast to become the first major collegiate athletic conference to launch a dedicated sports channel featuring exclusive programming around its nine athletic programs. Thompson has been instrumental in strengthening the position of the Mountain West in the current Bowl Championship Series (BCS) structure. In 2006, he spearheaded an effort that resulted in better access for the MWC and more than doubled the annual BCS revenue on an annual basis for nonautomatic-qualifying conferences. The MWC has been steadfast in its efforts to find a way to make the BCS system fair for all universities. Through its first 11 years of competition, the MWC has participated in 41 bowl games. For the third time in six years, the MWC posted the best win percentage among the 11 FBS conferences in 2009-10. The Mountain West claimed the 2009-10 Bowl Challenge Cup after sending five teams into postseason action and finishing with a 4-1 (.800) mark. Prior to his current role, Thompson served as the commissioner of the Sun Belt Conference for nearly eight years and as the only commissioner of the American South Conference prior to the merger of the two leagues in 1991. Thompson graduated from the University of Minnesota with an undergraduate degree in journalism. He and his wife, Carla, have a son (Ted) and a daughter (Emma).

CARRIE COLL Associate Commissioner Championships

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JAVAN HEDLUND Associate Commissioner Communications

Former Rebel AllAmerican and Hogan Award winner Ryan Moore became the only MWC individual national champion in men's golf when he won the 2004 NCAA golf title.


The Mountain West Conference Air Force

Location: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Colorado Springs, Colo. Enrollment: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4,400 Superintendent: . . . . . . . . Lt. Gen. Michael C. Gould Nickname: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Falcons Colors: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Blue & Silver Athletics Director: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dr. Hans Mueh Head Coach: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . George Koury Assistant Coach: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chris Wilson Golf Office: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (719) 333-2280 Home Course: . . . . . . . . . . Eisenhower Golf Course 2010 MWC Finish: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6th Sports Information Contact: . . . . Melissa McKeown Office: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (719) 333-9025 FAX: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (719) 333-3798 E-mail address: . . . melissa.mckeown@usafa.edu Internet address: . . . . . . . . . . goairforcefalcons.com

byu

Location: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Provo, Utah Enrollment: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32,955 President: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cecil O. Samuelson Nickname: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cougars Colors: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Blue & White Athletics Director: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tom Holmoe Head Coach: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bruce Brockbank Assistant Coach: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Todd Miller Golf Office: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (801) 422-7304 Home Course: . . . . . . . . . . . Riverside Country Club 2010 MWC Finish: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4th Sports Information Contact: . . . . . . . . Norma Collett Office: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  (801) 422-8948 FAX: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .  (801) 422-0633 E-mail address: . . . . . . . . norma_collett@byu.edu Internet address: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . byucougars.com

Colorado State

New Mexico

Location: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Albuquerque, N.M. Enrollment: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25,820 President: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dr. David J. Schmidly Nickname: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lobos Colors: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cherry & Silver Vice President for Athletics: . . . . . . . . . Paul Krebs Head Coach: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Glen Millican Assistant Coach: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brian Kortan Golf Office: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (505) 277-4530 Home Course: . . . . . Championship Course at UNM 2010 MWC Finish: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8th Sports Information Contact: . . . . . . . . . Dave Lepre Office: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (505) 925-5520 FAX: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (505) 925-5609 E-mail address: . . . . . . . . . davelepre2@unm.edu Internet address: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . golobos.com

San Diego State

Utah

Location: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Salt Lake City, Utah Enrollment: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29,284 President: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Michael K. Young Nickname: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Utes Colors: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Crimson & White Athletics Director: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dr. Chris Hill Head Coach: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Randall McCraken Assistant Coach: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Andrew Mecham Golf Office: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (801) 585-1041 Home Course: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . None 2010 MWC Finish: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9th Sports Information Contact: . . . . . . . . . . Kyle Harris Office: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (801) 581-3771 FAX: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (801) 581-4359 E-mail address: . . . . kharris@huntsman.utah.edu Internet address: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . utahutes.com

Wyoming

Location: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . San Diego, Calif. Enrollment: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32,396 President: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dr. Stephen Weber Nickname: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Aztecs Colors: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Scarlet & Black Athletics Director: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jim Sterk Head Coach: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ryan Donovan Golf Office: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (619) 594-4334 Home Course: . . . . . . . . . . . Barona Creek Golf Club 2010 MWC Finish: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2nd Sports Information Contact: . . . . . . . . Peggy Curtin Office: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (619) 594-5547 FAX: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (619) 582-6541 E-mail address: . . . . . . . . mcurtin@mail.sdsu.edu Internet address: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . goaztecs.com

Location: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Laramie, Wyo. Enrollment: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13,476 President: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dr. Tom Buchanan Nickname: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Cowboys Colors: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Brown & Gold Athletics Director: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tom Burman Head Coach: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Joe Jensen Golf Office: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (307) 745-3111 Home Course: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jacoby Golf Course 2010 MWC Finish: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7th Sports Information Contact: . . . . . . . . John Paradis Office: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (307) 766-2290 FAX: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (307) 766-2346 E-mail address: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . jp12@uwyo.edu Internet address: . . . . . . . . . . wyomingathletics.com

tcu

Mountain West Conference

Location: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fort Collins, Colo. Enrollment: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26,348 President: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dr. Anthony A. Frank Nickname: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rams Colors: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Green & Gold Athletics Director: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Paul Kowalczyk Head Coach: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jamie Bermel Golf Office: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (970) 491-2946 Home Course: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Harmony 2009 MWC Finish: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1st Sports Information Contact: . . . . . . . . Danny Mattie Office: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (970) 491-5050 FAX: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (970) 491-1348 E-mail address: . . . . . . . . D.Mattie@colostate.edu Internet address: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . csurams.com

Location: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fort Worth, Texas Enrollment: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8,749 Chancellor: . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dr. Victor J. Boschini, Jr. Nickname: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Horned Frogs Colors: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Purple & White Athletics Director: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chris Del Conte Head Coach: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bill Montigel Golf Office: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (817) 257-7646 Home Course: . . . . . . . . . . . . Colonial Country Club 2010 MWC Finish: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5th Sports Information Contact: . . . . . . . . . Joe Monaco Office: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (817) 257-5378 FAX: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (817) 257-7964 E-mail address: . . . . . . . . . . . . j.monaco@tcu.edu Internet address: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . gofrogs.com

The Mountain West Conference television package reaches a national audience through a combination of telecasts on The MountainWest Sports Network (The Mtn.), CBS College Sports Network (formerly CSTV) and VERSUS. The Mtn. has been available to cable subscribers in the MWC footprint since it first aired in 2006-07 and is now available nationally on DIRECTV (Channel 616). In 2010-11, UNLV men's basketball will make at least 11 appearances on The Mtn., four on CBS College Sports and four more on VERSUS. On Aug. 26, 2004, College Sports Television (CSTV) and the MWC announced a visionary partnership that revolutionized the college sports landscape. The landmark agreement was the first NCAA Division I football and men’s basketball conference-wide deal for CSTV and provided the network exclusive rights to all conference events, including cable and satellite television coverage, national over-the-air and satellite radio, video-on-demand and online broadcast rights. A succession of events since the fall of 2004

has improved the television model, including CSTV’s merger with Comcast SportsNet to create The Mtn. – MountainWest Sports Network and CBS Corporation’s purchase of CSTV. In 2008, CBS incorporated CSTV’s cable, broadcast and online activities into its world-famous brand. The Mtn. is co-owned by CBS C and Comcast SportNet. The relationship with Comcast SportNet also delivered another national broadcast partner in VERSUS. The MWC was the first exclusive college programming provider for the Comcast-owned entity, with football and both men’s and women’s basketball games. The CBS C/MWC partnership has guaranteed greater levels of television exposure for all league sports and has resoundingly met the fundamental goals of more exposure and preferred start times and dates. In the summer of 2006, the centerpiece of this historic relationship was realized with the launch of The Mtn. – the first sports network dedicated to serving a

Location: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Colorado Springs, Colo. Address: . . . . . . . . 15455 Gleneagle Drive, Suite 200 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Colorado Springs, CO 80921-2591 Phone: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (719) 488-4040 Commissioner: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Craig Thompson Championship Course: . . Tucson National Golf Club Tucson, Ariz. Information Contact: . . . . . . . . . . . . . Javan Hedlund Office: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (719) 488-4051 FAX: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (719) 487-7555 E-mail address: . . . . . . . . jhedlund@themwc.com Internet address: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . themwc.com

single collegiate athletic conference. The Mtn. provides sports fans blanket coverage of MWC athletics across multiple sports, including football, men’s and women’s basketball, and men’s and women’s Olympic sports. Along with live games, fans get a comprehensive array of news, features and analysis about their favorite MWC teams and players. In 2009-10, more than 250 MWC events were shown live on The Mtn., CBS C and VERSUS. CBS C is currently in over 38 million homes, while VERSUS reaches more than 79 million households.

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Fabulous Facilities REFLECTION BAY GOLF CLUB AT LAKE LAS VEGAS RESORT Par: 72 Yardage: 7,261 Course Rating: 74.8 Designer: Jack Nicklaus Opened: 1998

The Falls Course AT LAKE LAS VEGAS RESORT Par: 72 Yardage: 7,250 Course Rating: 73.8 Designer: Tom Weiskopf Opened: September 2002

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SOUTHSHORE GOLF CLUB AT LAKE LAS VEGAS RESORT Par: 71 Yardage: 6,917 Course Rating: 72.8 Designer: Jack Nicklaus Opened: December 1995


Fabulous Facilities

SHADOW CREEK Par: 72 Yardage: 7,239 Course Rating: 74.0 Designers: Tom Fazio Steve Wynn Opened: 1989

wynn golf and country club Par: 70 Yardage: 7,042 Course Rating: NA Designer: Tom Fazio, Steve Wynn Opened: 2005

LAS VEGAS COUNTRY CLUB Par: 72 Yardage: 7,164 Course Rating: 72.4 Designer: Edmond Ault Opened: 1967

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Fabulous Facilities

TOURNAMENT PLAYERS CLUB AT SUMMERLIN Par: 72 Yardage: 7,243 Course Rating: 74.3 Designer: Fuzzy Zoeller Opened: 1991

RIO SECCO Par: 72 Yardage: 7,332 Course Rating: 75.7 Designer: Rees Jones Opened: 1997

TOURNAMENT PLAYERS CLUB AT THE CANYONS Par: 71 Yardage: 7,063 Course Rating: 73.0 Designer: Bobby Weed Raymond Floyd Opened: October 1996

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Fabulous Facilities

Bear’s Par: Yardage: Course Rating: Designer: Opened:

Best 72 7,194 74.0 Jack Nicklaus November 2001

ROYAL LINKS Par: 72 Yardage: 7,029 Course Rating: 73.7 Designers: Pete Dye Perry Dye Opened: January 1999

SPANISH TRAIL Par: Yardage: Course Rating: Designer: Opened:

COUNTRY CLUB 72 7,107 74.0 Robert Trent Jones, Jr. 1984

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Fabulous Facilities ANTHEM COUNTRY CLUB Par: 72 Yardage: 7,267 Course Rating: 73.6 Designers: Keith Foster, Hale Irwin Opened: March 1999 THE REVERE AT ANTHEM GOLF CLUB Par: 72 Yardage: 7,143 Course Rating: 73.6 Designer: Billy Casper, Greg Nash Opened: April 17, 1999

Par: Yardage: Course Rating: Designer: Opened:

DESERT PINES GOLF CLUB Par: 71 Yardage: 6,811 Course Rating: 70.4 Designer: Perry Dye Opened: 1996 STALLION MOUNTAIN COUNTRY CLUB Par: 72 Yardage: 7,223 Course Rating: 73.6 Designer: Jeff Braur, Jim Colbert Opened: 1996

PRIMM VALLEY LAKES COURSE 71 6,950 74.0 Tom Fazio February 1997

PRIMM VALLEY Desert COURSE Par: 72 Yardage: 7,131 Course Rating: 74.6 Designer: Tom Fazio Opened: 1998 ANGEL PARK GOLF CLUB Par: 71 Yardage: 6,722 Course Rating: 72.4 Designer: Arnold Palmer Opened: 1990 Cascada Golf Club Par: 72 Yardage: 7,137 Course Rating: 74.6 Designer: Rees Jones Opened: December 15, 2000

LAS VEGAS PAIUTE RESORT WOLF COURSE Par: 72 Yardage: 7,604 Course Rating: 76.5 Designer: Pete Dye Opened: 2002

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LAS VEGAS PAIUTE RESORT SUN MOUNTAIN Par: 72 Yardage: 7,112 Course Rating: 73.3 Designer: Pete Dye Opened: August 1996

LAS VEGAS PAIUTE RESORT SNOW MOUNTAIN Par: 72 Yardage: 7,146 Course Rating: 74.8 Designer: Pete Dye Opened: 2001



Player Profiles

UNLV: Begins his first year with the Rebels. HIGH SCHOOL: A 2010 graduate of Wheaton Academy in West Chicago, Ill. ... Lettered four years with the golf program ... Was his conference's four-time Player of the Year ... Was all-state two times and his team's MVP all four years ... Was his team's captain ... Before his senior year, he finished in fifth place at the 2009 Scott Robertson Invitational and 11th in the 2009 Junior Players Championship at TPC Sawgrass ... He had 10 top-15 finishes in American Junior Golf Association events over his first three years of high school, including seven finishes in the top 10 ... He won more than 20 Illinois high school tournaments, recording two top-10 finishes at the Illinois Open (fifth in 2008) and 10th in 2009) while competing as an amateur ... Is a four-time Wheaton City Championship winner ... During his final fall high school season, he won five individual titles in nine events played, shot under par in six of those tournaments, and broke a course record at St. Andrews in West Chicago by shooting 63, a record that has stood for more than 60 years ... His high school team won the state championship during the 2009-10 season and won 45 straight matches ... His team won six of eight tournaments during the 2009-10 season ... All four years, his team went 57-2 in matches ... Coached by Bob Broman ... He scored in every match and event his team played in all four years ... Played in approximately 65 rounds and had an under par average for all four years. PERSONAL: Blake Collins Biddle was born Sept. 6, 1991, in Winfield, Ill. ... The son of Robert and Donna Biddle ... Majoring in pre-business ... Has four sisters: Brooke (20), Kristen (36), Amy (38) and Laurie (40) ... Hobbies include fishing.

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Player Profiles

UNLV: Begins his third year with the Rebels ... Holds a 71.96 career scoring average, which ranks second in program history with a minimum 42 rounds played ... Has played in 70 rounds ... Has 15 top-20 finishes, 10 top-10s and seven top-fives ... Has recorded 38 rounds at par or better ... Has two career individual victories, both coming in 2009-10 ... One of only eight Rebel players in program history to have multiple individual wins. 2009-10: Named a third team All-American ... Was the 2009-10 Mountain West Conference Player of the Year ... Also named to the PING All-West Region team ... Was also selected to the All-MWC team for the second straight year ... Won two individual titles - the Tucker Invitational and at the Wimberly Intercollegiate - to become one of just eight players in program history to have multiple wins ... Led the Rebels in scoring average with 71.43 per round, which ranked second in the MWC and seventh all-time at UNLV for seasonal average ... He also led UNLV in rounds played (37-tie) and rounds under par (17) ... The MWC Golfer of the Month for September (co-winner), October/ November and for February, Ernst recorded seven top-10 finishes, including five topfives in 13 stroke-play tournaments ... Finished the season ranked 21st in the nation according to the Golfstat Cup Standings and concluded the year with a tie for 25th-place individual finish at the NCAA Championship with a score of 1-under par ... He tallied 11 rounds in the 60s and was also included on the Ben Hogan Award watch list ... Shot a 64 at the Herb Wimberly Intercollegiate, which ranks tied for second all-time at UNLV for low round ... His 54-hole total of 204 at the Wimberly tied for the 13th-lowest total in UNLV history ... Was awarded with the program's Wilson Award for 2010, which is given annually to the top player on the team. 2008-09: Named to the All-Mountain West Conference team ... Played in 11 tournaments and totalled 33 rounds ... Turned in a 72.55 scoring average for the year, which at the time ranked 29th all-time in UNLV history and first among freshmen ... His scoring average ranked second on the team ... Recorded seven top-20 finishes, including three top-10s and two top-fives ... Shot par or better in 14 rounds ... His best finishes were a tie for fourth at the Jerry Pate National Intercollegiate and a tie for fifth at the William H. Tucker Invitational ... Shot in the 60s four times, including twice in the Jerry Pate National Intercollegiate with a 69 during the first round and a 67 during the final round ... Won the 2009 Michael Maze Award, which goes to the UNLV golfer each year who best exemplifies the spirit of Rebel golf. HIGH SCHOOL: A 2008 graduate of Clovis East High School in Clovis, Calif. ... Lettered four years with the Timberwolves golf program ... Led the squad to the valley championship in 2007 ... Recorded a stroke average of 70 as a junior and senior ... His team qualified for regionals each of his four years ... Coached by Gary Giannoni ... Advanced to the round of 16 at the 2007 U.S. Amateur at the Olympic Club in San Francisco ... The 2006 and 2007 Junior Golf Association of Northern California (JGANC) Player of

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the Year ... Won the 2006 JGANC Championship ... Was ranked No. 2 in the JGANC rankings and played for the Northern California team at the 2007 Junior Americas Cup. PERSONAL: Derek Alexander Ernst was born May 16, 1990, in Woodland, Calif. ... The son of Mark and Dawn Ernst ... Has two sisters, Brianna (18) and Shawna (17) ... Majoring in multidisciplinary studies - tourism and convention administration/physical education.


Ernst's Career Finishes

2008-09 Place T5th T4th T18th T9th T53rd T14th T18th T42nd T53rd T13th T41st

Tournament William H. Tucker Invitational Jerry Pate National Intercollegiate Turtle Bay Intercollegiate Arizona Intercollegiate John Burns Intercollegiate Southern Highlands Collegiate Championship National Invitational Tournament Morris Williams Intercollegiate ASU Thunderbird Invitational Mountain West Conference Championship NCAA Regional

Scores 71-72-71—214 69-70-67—206 71-71-71—213 75-70-68—213 72-74-73—219 73-73-73—219 73-70-75—218 74-80-77—231 73-75-72—220 73-68-73—214 77-73-77—227

2009-10 Place T1st T7th T12th 3rd T1st T29th 2nd T29th T35th 7th T5th T33rd T25th

Tournament William H. Tucker Invitational Gene Miranda Falcon Invitational PING/Golfweek Preview Jerry Pate National Intercollegiate Herb Wimberly Intercollegiate Arizona Intercollegiate John A. Burns Intercollegiate Southern Highlands Collegiate Masters ASU Thunderbird Invitational PING Cougar Classic Mountain West Conference Championship NCAA San Diego Regional NCAA Championship

Scores 67-68-73—208 69-72-72—213 76-74-72—222 67 64-70-70—204 71-69-73—213 68-69-69—206 74-77-80—231 73-73-69—215 71-72-69—212 70-69-73—212 74-75-76—225 72-71-72—215

YEAR 2008-09 2009-10 TOTALS

RDS 33 37 70

STR 2394 2643 5037

Ernst's Career Scorecard AVG 72.55 71.43 71.96

TOP 20 7 8 15

TOP 10 3 7 10

TOP 5 2 5 7

RDS PAR OR BETTER 14 24 38


Player Profiles

UNLV: Begins his first season with the Rebels. 2009-10 (At Purdue): Played in the season-opening Wolf Run Intercollegiate as a freshman, finishing 78th with a total of 25-over 238 ... That was his only action of the season. HIGH SCHOOL: A 2009 graduate of Tigard High School in Tigard, Ore. ... Lettered four years with the golf program ... Led the team to the state 6A championship as a senior ... Named all-district his final three years of high school and all-state as a sophomore and a senior ... Was his team's No. 1 player and team captain ... His team won the 2009 district title by 13 strokes ... Coached by Rich Hanson. PERSONAL: Arthur Bongkyn Kim was born March 23, 1991, in Portland, Ore. ... The son of Sang Kwon and Do Sim Kim ... Has not declared a major ... Has three siblings: Jose (28), Rebecca (22) and Daniel (13) ... Rebecca played golf at Duke and plays on the Duramed Futures Tour.

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Player Profiles

UNLV: Begins his second year with the Rebels. 2009-10: Did not play ... Redshirted in 2009-10. HIGH SCHOOL: A 2009 graduate of Limes-Gymnasium in Welzheim, Germany ... Was his state's junior champion in 2004, 2006 and 2008 ... Was on the junior national champion squad from 2007-09 ... Won the junior national championship in 2008 ... He finished second in the junior British Open in 2006 ... Played for coach James Dawson. PERSONAL: Max Kraemer was born May 8, 1990, in Mutlangen, Germany ... The son of Anne and Matthias Kraemer ... Majoring in pre-business ... Has a sister, Anna-Lena (17).

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Player Profiles

UNLV: Begins his second year with the Rebels. 2009-10: Did not play ... Redshirted in 2009-10. HIGH SCHOOL: A 2009 graduate of Bixby High School in Tulsa, Okla. ... Won seven events including state (5A), regionals and conference titles as a senior ... Had a scoring average of 71.5 ... Was the individual regional champion from 2007-09 ... Was the champion at the 2007 Red River Shootout, which pits the top players from Texas against their counterparts from Oklahoma ... Was the runner-up at the 2007 5A state championship ... Claimed medalist honors at the 2008 conference championship and finished in the top 10 at the 2008 state championship ... Lettered four years on the golf team ... His team won its region and conference titles from 2006-09 ... Also played football. PERSONAL: Karsten Andrew Majors was born Nov. 19, 1990, in Sugarland, Texas ... The son of Debbie and Randy Majors ... Majoring in pre-business ... His brother, Draegen (22), played golf at SMU ... Hobbies include fishing.

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Player Profiles

UNLV: Begins his first year with the Rebels. HIGH SCHOOL: A 2010 graduate of Monteverde Academy in Monteverde, Fla. ... Attended the Gary Gilchrist Golf Academy from 2008-10 ... Hometown is Mexico City, Mexico, where he attended the Eton School during ninth and 10th grades ... His best 2009 American Junior Golf Association and Future Collegians World Tour rounds were 67 and 69 ... Finished in second place at the 2009 AJGA Golf World Preseason and third at the 2009 FCWT Naples, Jim McLean Doral Great White and the 2010 Feather Sound ... Was eighth at the 2009 AJGA Nationwide Insurance Junior at Ohio State and finished ninth at the 2009 Optimist ... Was 11th at the 2009 FCWT National Championship. PERSONAL: Nicholas Cooper Maruri was born March 9, 1992, in New Orleans, La. ... The son of Jose and Shawn Maruri ... Majoring in pre-business ... Has three siblings: Jose (41), Fernando (39) and Elisa (12) ... Hobbies include Equestrian, as he participated in competitive horse jumping between the ages of 6-12.

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Player Profiles

UNLV: Begins his second year with the Rebels. 2009-10: Was named to the Academic All-Mountain West Conference team ... Played in 12 tournaments, totalling 34 rounds ... Averaged 73.74 per round ... Recorded six top-20 finishes, three top-10s and two top-fives ... Had 17 rounds at par or better, including 10 at under par ... His best finishes were third place at the Herb Wimberly Intercollegiate and fifth at the John A. Burns Intercollegiate ... Shot in the 60s seven times with his low round of 66 coming during the first round at the Wimberly and the final round of the Burns ... His 54-hole total of 205 at the Wimberly ranks tied for 17th for low total in program history ... Was the 2010 winner of the Michael Maze Award, which is presented annually to the Rebel golfer who best exemplifies the spirit of Rebel golf. HIGH SCHOOL: A 2009 graduate of Eastlake High School in Sammamish, Wash. ... Was the 4A state high school champion in 2007 and 2009 ... Finished third in 2008 ... Named the 2008 WJGA Player of the Year ... Played in the 2008 USGA Junior Amateur National Championship where he finished 18th out of 154 golfers ... Named to the Hogan Cup team in 2006 and 2007 ... Was a 2007 second-team All-America by the Future Collegiate World Tour ... Lettered four years on the golf team. PERSONAL: Kevin Lewis Penner was born Dec. 29, 1990, in Decatur, Ala. ... The son of Diane and Doug Penner ... His father played baseball and his mother played softball at Kansas State ... Majoring in pre-business ... Has a sister, Christy (23).

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2009-10 Place T13th T25th 74th T20th 3rd T56th 5th T67th T10th T16th T45th T64th

Penner's Career Finishes Tournament William H. Tucker Invitational Gene Miranda Falcon Invitational PING/Golfweek Preview Jerry Pate National Intercollegiate Herb Wimberly Intercollegiate Arizona Intercollegiate John A. Burns Intercollegiate Southern Highlands Collegiate Masters PING Cougar Classic Mountain West Conference Championship NCAA San Diego Regional NCAA Championship

YEAR 2009-10 TOTALS

RDS 34 34

STR 2507 2507

Scores 72-71-72—215 72-71-75—218 90-74-82—246 71 66-71-68—205 84-67-73—224 73-69-66—208 77-83-83—243 73-72-69—214 73-68-75—216 79-72-76—227 77-72-71—220

Penner's Career Scorecard AVG 73.74 73.74

TOP 20 6 6

TOP 10 3 3

TOP 5 2 2

RDS PAR OR BETTER 17 17


Player Profiles

UNLV: Begins his third year with the Rebels ... Has a career scoring average of 73.30, which ranks 15th in program history among those playing a minimum 42 rounds ... Has played in 70 career rounds ... Has recorded 10 top-20 finishes, three top-10s and a top-five ... Has 28 rounds of par or better. 2009-10: Earned Academic All-Mountain West Conference honors for the second straight year ... Was also named a MWC Scholar-Athlete for the second straight year ... Earned All-MWC honors ... Played in 13 tournaments totalling 37 rounds, which tied for the team lead ... Averaged 72.49 per round, which was second on the team and ranks 22nd in program history for seasonal average ... Recorded seven top-20 finishes, two top-10s and one top-five ... Had 18 rounds of par or better, including 10 at under par ... Won his first career tournament at the William H. Tucker Invitational ... His next best finish was a tie for seventh at the Arizona Intercollegiate ... Shot in the 60s four times, including a 64 at the Tucker, which ties for the secondlowest round in Rebel golf history ... Won the 2010 Bruce Parker Award, which goes annually to the Rebel golfer with the highest grade point average on the team. 2008-09: Earned Academic All-Mountain West Conference honors ... Also was named a MWC Scholar-Athlete ... Played in 11 tournaments, totalling 33 rounds ... Recorded three top-20 finishes, including one top 10 ... His best finish was a tie for ninth at the Southern Highlands Collegiate Championship ... Shot in the 60s twice ... His opening-round 67 at the Southern Highlands Collegiate Championship was his low round ... Averaged 74.21 per round, which was fifth on the team. HIGH SCHOOL: A 2008 graduate of Colfax High School in Colfax, Calif. ... Lettered three years for the Falcons program ... Did not play in 2007 ... Led his team to the Pioneer Valley League championship each of his three years and won the regional in 2008 ... Coached by John Lamb ... Recorded top-10 finishes at the 2006 and 2007 Junior World Golf Championships at Torrey Pines in San Diego, Calif ... Was the top-ranked player in the 2007 Junior Golf Association of Northern California (JGANC) rankings ... Played in the 2006 and 2007 Junior Americas Cup matches for the Northern California team. PERSONAL: Colbin Richard Smith was born Feb. 10, 1990, in Roseville, Calif. ... The son of Joel and Dennette Smith ... Has an older brother, Trenton (23) ... Majoring in entrepreneurship (with honors) ... hobbies include rock climbing, cycling, fly fishing and hiking.

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Smith's Career Finishes

2008-09 Place T39th 58th T42nd T15th T83rd T9th T29th T47th T67th T20th T37th

Tournament Gene Miranda Falcon Invitational Jerry Pate National Intercollegiate Turtle Bay Intercollegiate Arizona Intercollegiate John Burns Intercollegiate Southern Highlands Collegiate Championship National Invitational Tournament Morris Williams Intercollegiate ASU Thunderbird Invitational Mountain West Conference Championship NCAA Regional

Scores 73-72-77—222 75-78-77—230 71-75-72—218 71-70-75—216 73-78-78—229 67-73-77—217 72-70-79—221 75-78-79—232 76-75-71—222 75-73-68—216 73-75-78—226

2009-10 Place T1st T25th T27th T29th T12th T7th T47th T12th T61st T13th T12th T18th T116th

Tournament William H. Tucker Invitational Gene Miranda Falcon Invitational PING/Golfweek Preview Jerry Pate National Intercollegiate Herb Wimberly Intercollegiate Arizona Intercollegiate John A. Burns Intercollegiate Southern Highlands Collegiate Masters ASU Thunderbird Invitational PING Cougar Classic Mountain West Conference Championship NCAA San Diego Regional NCAA Championship

Scores 73-64-71—208 72-76-70—218 80-70-75—225 72 71-69-69—209 71-66-70—207 72-75-73—220 78-73-74—225 75-72-73—220 72-72-71—215 71-70-73—214 75-74-73—222 72-80-75—227

YEAR 2008-09 2009-10 TOTALS

RDS 33 37 70

STR 2449 2682 5131

Smith's Career Scorecard AVG 74.21 72.41 73.30

TOP 20 3 7 10

TOP 10 1 2 3

TOP 5 0 1 1

RDS PAR OR BETTER 10 18 28


Player Profiles

UNLV: Begins his fifth season with the Rebel program ... Has played in 13 career tournaments, totalling 39 rounds ... Has two top-20 finishes, one top-10 finish and has a career scoring average of 74.33 ... Has shot 11 rounds at par or better. 2009-10: Played in seven tournaments, totalling 21 rounds ... Averaged 73.62 per round ... Recorded one top-20 finish and had six rounds at par or better, including four under par ... His best finish was a tie for 16th at the Southern Highlands Collegiate Masters in Las Vegas ... Turned in four rounds in the 60s, including a 69 and season-low 68 at the ASU Thunderbird Invitational. 2008-09: Played in five tournaments, totalling 15 rounds ... Recorded one top-10 finish with a tie for ninth place at the Southern Highlands Collegiate Championship ... Shot in the 60s three times ... Shot a career-low 68 during the final round of the Turtle Bay Intercollegiate and another 68 during the second round of the Southern Highlands Collegiate Championship ... Averaged 74.47 per round ... Shot three rounds under par and one at even par. 2007-08: Played in one tournament totalling three rounds ... Finished 66th at UNLV's home tournament, the Southern Highlands Collegiate Championship ... Shot one round under par, a 70 during the second round ... Had a scoring average of 78.67. 2006-07: Came to UNLV in the spring of 2007, which made 2006-07 his redshirt year. HIGH SCHOOL: A 2006 graduate of Riverside Poly High School in Riverside, Calif. ... Lettered two years on varsity ... His team was 18-2 and won the Ivy League title ... He also played basketball in 2004-05 and was the team's point guard. PERSONAL: Jeremiah Lamar Wooding was born Oct. 9, 1988, in Orange County, Calif. ... The son of David and Karen Wooding ... Has a brother, Joshua (25), who played golf at USC ... His relative Randall Hunt is a professional golfer ... Majoring in sociology.

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2007-08 Place 66th

Wooding's Career Finishes Tournament Scores Southern Highlands Collegiate Championship 79-70-87—236

2008-09 Place T34th T52nd T49th T9th T73rd

Tournament Gene Miranda Falcon Invitational William H. Tucker Invitational Turtle Bay Intercollegiate Southern Highlands Collegiate Championship National Invitational Tournament

Scores 69-77-75—221 80-76-72—228 77-74-68—219 73-68-76—217 79-79-74—232

2009-10 Place T24th T56th T43rd T36th T16th T35th T63rd

Tournament William H. Tucker Invitational Gene Miranda Falcon Invitational Arizona Intercollegiate John A. Burns Intercollegiate Southern Highlands Collegiate Masters ASU Thunderbird Invitational PING Cougar Classic

Scores 72-73-75—220 75-73-76—224 77-71-69—217 69-74-75—218 77-74-76—227 78-69-68—215 77-74-74—225

YEAR 2007-08 2008-09 2009-10 TOTALS

RDS 3 15 21 39

STR 236 1117 1546 2899

Wooding's Career Scorecard AVG 78.67 74.47 73.62 74.33

TOP 20 0 1 1 2

TOP 10 0 1 0 1

TOP 5 0 0 0 0

RDS PAR OR BETTER 1 4 6 11


All-Time Roster

-A-

Adams, Kent (1984-85) Anderson, Jeremy (1996-00) Askew, Brandon (2000-03)

-B-

Bandy, John (1986-88) Baran, Hank Barnhart, Hollis (1970-74) Baugh, Matt (1988-90) Belt, Jerry (1981-84) Berry, Charles (1983-87) Berry, Chris (1995-99) Bisbee, Jeff (1983-87) Blanchard, Greg Bowler, George Brown, Doug (1983-86)

-C-

Campbell, Chad (1994-96) Carlson, Mitch (2002-2004) Carrigan, Kevin (2007-08) Carter, Marshall Chew III, Frederick (1992-93) Coffin, Bob Colleran, Dan Cooke, Scott (1987-88) Corbett, Clark (2000-02) Cortes, J.C. (1988-91) Creighton, Alan (1995-97)

-D-

Davis, Brien (1998-03) Deacon, J.C. (2001-05) Denton, Troy (2001-06) Dolan, Kim Dorsey, Daron (1994-98) Downs, Dennis (1985-86)

-E-

Edwards. Matt (2003-04) Elliott, Bob (1988-89) Ellsworth, John (1984-86) Epstein, Jordan (2009-10) Ernst, Derek (2008-pres.) Eubank, Tom

-F-

Fink, Jim (1986-87) Fischer, Steve (1984-87) Foulds, Brett (1999-02) Fowles, Casey (2004-06)

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Frola, Art Fryatt, Edward (1991-94)

-g-

Gatto, C.J. (2003-08) Goethals, Brandon (1988-92) Gonzales, Andres (2003-06) Goyen, Hub (1988-91) Grant, Steve Green, Connor (2008-09) Grogan, Tim (1988-90)

-H-

Hall, John Hamblin, Mike Han, Seung-su (2005-08) Hart, Stacey Hoffman, Charley (1995-99) Howard, Craig (1990-91) Husted, Rick (1984-85) Hunt, Sam (2003-07)

-J-

Johnson, Dave (1990-95) Johnson, Hunter (1995-96)

-K-

Kanda, Brett (2005-10) Kearney, Mike Keeney, Ryan (2002-07) Kendall, Skip (1982-86) Kenyon, Dave Kepler, Jim Kinsinger, Matt (2003-08) Kirk, Michael (1998-00) Klabacka, Matt Kolb, Todd (1988-90) Kraemer, Max (2009-pres.) Kupeyan, Calvin (1999-03)

-L-

Lander, Scott (1996-01) Lane, Scott Leadbetter, Andy (2003-04) Lee, David (1993-94) Lee, Justin (2000-01) Leon, Chris (1988-91) Loska, Brandon (2004-08) Love, T.J. (1992-93) Ludian, Scott Lunde, Bill (1993-98)

-M-

Majors, Karsten (2009-pres.) Mariano, Carl Martin, Cameron (1988-89) Mays, Tyler (1998-01) McCullough, Lance (1994-95) McGraw, Jeff (1996) McNee, Bruce Miller, John (1983-87) Montgomery, Monte (1989-92) Moon, Ji (2007-09) Moore, Ryan (2001-05) Morales, Gilberto (1993-97) Mrva, Fran Mullaney, Rob Mullen, Bruce (1988-89)

Seven, Rick (1979-81) Smith, Colby (2008-pres.) Smith, Scott (1984-85) Speer, Don Starks, Mike Strandberg, Alexander (1999-00) Sul, Robert (1998-01) Sutton, Scott (1984-85) Sweeney, Tim (1985-86)

-T-

-N-

Texter, Jarred (2004-08) Thompson, Gary (1989-91) Thornley, Christian (1997-01) Todd, Matt (1991-95) Tracey, John (1984-85) Trimble, Blake (2005-07) Turner, Gary Turner, Steve

-O-

Vance, Mike (1992-97) Vildhoj, Morten (1997-98) Von Hake, Carl

Neff, Joe (1984-88) Nottingham, Brandon (1993-95) Nygard, Russ (1996)

O’Connor, Bill (1985-89) O’Shea, Darin Oh, James (2000-01) Oh, Ted (1995-97) Olson, Eddie (2005-10) Osborn, Darin (1988-92)

-P-

Pedigo, Kevin (1986-88) Penner, Kevin (2009-pres.) Pinjuv, Johnny (2006-10) Posey, Ryan (2002-03)

-V-

-W-

Weston, Wes Whisman, Travis (2000-05) Whitaker, Chase (1992-95) Williams, Dale Wingfield, Scott (1997-01) Wooding, Jeremiah (2007-pres.) Wright, Jay

-Z-

Zankl, Scott (1992-94)

-R-

Raitt, Andrew (1990-92) Rebollar, Daniel (1989-90) Rick, Tony (1983-85) Riley, Chris (1992-96) Ruiz, Mike (1994-97)

-S-

Saari, Steve (1986-87) Sanchez, Ron Schroeder, Eric (1990-94) Schultz, Dave Schutte, Warren (1989-93) Scott, Adam (1998-99) Seefus, Doug (1986-87) Sellinger, Art (1984-85)

Active players in BOLD.

EDITOR’S NOTE:

This roster is a work in progress. Please notify the UNLV Sports Information Office at (702) 8953207 with corrections.



1998 National Champions

May 30, 1998 ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. - It was a lucky seventh for the UNLV golf team. The top-ranked Rebels, under head coach Dwaine Knight, withstood a final-round rally from Clemson and won their first-ever NCAA men’s golf title by three shots at the University of New Mexico’s Championship Golf Course (par 72, 2,748 yards). It marked only the second team national championship for UNLV in any sport as the men’s basketball team won in 1990. The Rebels, who won their record-breaking seventh tournament of the season, shot a finalround one-over-par 289 and finished the tournament at 34-under-par 1,118, setting the record for the lowest total in NCAA Championships history. The old mark was 23-under par, which was set by Arizona in 1992 and repeated by Stanford in 1994. UNLV also broke the NCAA Championships record for lowest score after the second-round. The Rebels were at 23-under par after the 36-hole cut, eclipsing the old mark set by Stanford in 1994 at 11-under. Knight, who’s best finish before this year at the NCAA Championships was second in 1996,

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then failed to make the cut in 1997, led his team to the title in only his 10th try with the Rebels. “This year we have won when we were ahead going into the final round, when we were coming from behind and when we were even,” Knight said. “The experience that we gained during the year really helped today. When you win a lot, you get comfortable with the fact that it will always come down to the final holes. It did today and we were ready.” Knight was also impressed with the way his team battled from the very beginning of the season and persevered. “After not making the cut last year and losing the players we did, for this team to gain the No. 1 spot again, coming in expected to win, and with the pressure, holding on for the victory makes me very proud.” Clemson finished 31-under par in second place, while Georgia Tech was second at 30-under, Oklahoma State was fourth at 25-under and Arizona State rounds out the top five, finishing 22-under par. Freshman James McLean of Minnesota shot a final-round 69 and hung on for the individual championship at 17-under-par 271.

“It’s a big thrill coming over from Australia and win it,” McLean said. “I was only a top-five or ten player there and to win it here (in the United States) means a lot. All of the best players are over here and I came here to play with the best.” With his 17-under, McLean tied the NCAA record held by John Inman (North Carolina, 1984), Phil Mickelson (Arizona State, 1992) and Justin Leonard (Texas, 1994) for lowest tournament total. UNLV junior Chris Berry, who had a nightmare of a tournament in 1996, as he finished dead last, led the Rebels and finished in a tie for second place one shot back at 16-under. “I am so proud of Chris,” Knight said. “For him to comeback and lead us to victory after his previous NCAA performance is just so special.” “One of the things that made me play so well was looking at the scoreboards,” Berry said. “When the team went low in the second round I kept looking at the updates on the board and we kept getting lower and lower. It really fired me up and I just wanted to help the team.” Also tying for second was Stanford’s Joel Kribel, TCU’s J.J. Henry and Clemson’s Charles Warren.


1998 National Champions

Jeremy Anderson proudly shows the 18th green’s flag.

Head Coach Dwaine Knight addresses the crowd after winning the championship.

Charley Hoffman and Casey Whalen begin to celebrate. The team in front of the leaderboard.

Knight kisses the 18th green.

Knight and Anderson share a special moment.

This Chris Berry shot saved the championship.

UNLV with its championship trophy. 75


1998 National Champions

The Rebels with the trophy at their downtown rally.

Knight shares a moment with his parents at the downtown reception.

Knight addresses his fans after the team arrived back in Las Vegas.

Knight is presented with the Sears Trophy following the victory.

Knight with Lied Foundation Trustee Christina Hixon.

The Rebels and Hey Reb pose for a photo in front of their plane.

Knight shows Las Vegas his trophy.

Knight signs an autograph for a lucky fan.

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(L-R) Bob Cole, Christina Hixson, Knight, Tom Hartley and Charles Baron at the downtown reception.


1998 National Champions

Rebel gear was displayed at the Official All-Star Cafe following the championship.

Knight and Bill Lunde were honored at the Official All-Star Cafe.

Knight and the team were presented the Golfweek/Taylor Made No. 1 ranking trophy at the Sept. 12, 1998 football game.

Knight with his wife Debbie and Hey Reb.

The 1997-98 starting five and coaches. The Sears Trophy.

The Rebels were honored with a procession down Fremont Street in downtown Las Vegas.

UNLV in front of a billboard honoring its accomplishment of being on top of the polls.

Following the championship, Steve Wynn hosted the team at Shadow Creek. 77


1998 National Champions

February 3, 1999

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A Day With The Thunderbirds


1998 National Champions

November 8, 1999

A Day With The President

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1991 National Champion

June 9, 1991 UNLV’s Schutte Wins NCAA Golf Title With 67 Las Vegas Review-Journal

of Georgia Tech as UNLV charged from 19th to eighth with a final-round score of 285, the

PEBBLE BEACH, Calif. -- UNLV sopho-

best finishing round of the tournament.

more Warren Schutte made NCAA history

Saturday while stopping the historic chances

Dwaine Knight, exclaimed after watching the

of Arizona State’s Phil Mickelson.

Big West Conference Player of the Year win

Schutte shot a tournament-low round of

his fourth straight tournament on the strength

five-under par 67 at Poppy Hills to become the

of six birdies and an eagle. “Physically and

first foreign-born player to win the NCAA Golf

fundamentally his game has improved, but

Championships.

the biggest improvement he has made is

mentally. His composure now is one of the

“The key for me today is that I played

“Absolutely incredible,” Schutte’s coach,

the par fives at six-under and had four eagle

best I’ve ever seen.”

putts,” said Schutte, of Durban, South Africa.

Schutte’s four-day 72-70-74-67--283 was

DeSerrano shot a 70 and sophomores Jaxon

good for a three-shot victory over David Duval

Brigman and Craig Hainline added 72s as

In team competition, senior Scott

Oklahoma State won its seventh team championship and first since 1987. The Cowboys, who led after the second round, scored 287 for a 1,161 total to overtake North Carolina. The Tar Heels, who led

Schutte was on top of the collegiate golf world in 1991.

by three strokes after the third round, shot 297 to finish at 1,168. Mickelson, the U.S. Amateur champion, failed in his bid to join Ben Crenshaw, formerly of Texas, as the only three-time individual champion. The left-hander, one of only three golfers to win a PGA Tour event as an amateur, finished in a five-way tie for fourth at 289. Rounding out UNLV’s scores were Monte Montgomery, 80-7578-70--303; Chris Leon, 77-74-7876--305; Darin Osborne, 80-73-8073--306; and Andrew Raitt, 84-75The NCAA crown was Schutte’s fourth straight win.

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75-75--309.

“This carries a lot of weight for our pro-

gram,” said Knight, whose team enjoyed its highest finish ever in the finals after placing 18th last year and 27th in 1989.

“This shows a lot,” Schutte said. “We played

with a lot of guts and a lot of pride. That says a lot about the program.” Schutte became first rebel golfer inducted to unlv hall of fame

Warren Schutte was inducted into the UNLV Athletics Hall of Fame in 2004. He was the school’s first men’s individual national champion in any sport and he also holds the honor of being the first-ever Rebel golfer inducted. Former Rebel golfers Chad Campbell and Chris Riley were both inducted into the Hall of Fame in 2006. In 2008, UNLV's 1998 national championship team was inducted into the UNLV Athletics Hall of Fame and in 2010, Jeremy Anderson entered the Hall.


2004 National Champion

June 4, 2004 UNLV’s Moore Wins National Championship HOT SPRINGS, Va. -- UNLV junior Ryan Moore won the second individual men's golf national championship in school history as he completed his final round with a 66 at the NCAA Division I Men's Golf Championship. Playing in a steady, cold rain, Moore, the nation's second-ranked player, won the title by six strokes over Wake Forest's Bill Haas and Arizona's Chris Nallen, ranked No. 1 and No. 4 respectively. "It's hard to put it into words right now," Moore said of his win. "It means a lot. This was the goal at the beginning of the year, just to even get here. So to pull out a victory, it's hard to put it into words right now." "I've played six rounds of golf with Ryan this week, four rounds and two practice rounds, and it was pretty special," said Haas. "He shot a 66 in the final round. I would have had to shoot a 62 just to tie him. So I didn't really have a shot. So my hat's off to him. He beat me. I played my game and he played better." With the victory, Moore brings home UNLV's third national title in men's golf. Warren Schutte won the individual crown in

1991, and the Rebels captured the team title in 1998. "I'm really proud of him," head coach Dwaine Knight said. "I thought it was a fabulous round when he needed it. He's been so consistent all year, and this was another great round under tough conditions." Moore, of Puyallup, Wash., finished the 72-hole tournament at 13-under par. He carded rounds of 67, 70, 64 and 66 at the par-70, 6,679-yard Cascades Course at the Homestead Resort, including 20 birdies and an eagle. "I wasn't worried about anyone else," Moore said. "I was just out there trying to take care of my own business and play the way I knew I could. I knew, with a couple of shots lead, that if I went out and played a solid round, then I'd be virtually uncatchable, especially with the rain and the conditions today. It was that irritating weather, which kind of gets to you after a while. But I wasn't going out there thinking I could shoot 72 or 73 and pull it out. I knew I had to play good with these guys chasing me." In winning his third tournament of the year, Moore becomes the first player since Arizona State's Jim Carter in 1983 to take the NCAA Championship while playing as an individual without his team. The win was not just his third of the year, but his third in his last five tournaments. In fact, the Rebel ace has not finished worse than third since late March. He also claimed the Palmer Award, presented annually to the national champion, and

unsurprisingly earned first-team All-American honors. Along with the honors, Moore also etched his name into the school record books in a few places. With a total score of 267, he broke Chris Berry's school record for low 72-hole score by five strokes. His 69.38 scoring average also shattered the school's single season record of 70.85 held by Jeremy Anderson, and his career scoring average of 71.15 bested Anderson's 72.01 total. He also carded the school's best first, third and final round scores in the NCAA Championship, and his third-round 64 is the lowest total by any Rebel at the national finals.

Moore won the NCAA Championship by six strokes.

In addition to the NCAA title, Moore also won the 2004 U.S. Amateur, U.S. Amateur Public Links, Western Amateur and Sahalee Players Championships. 81


Setting A New Standard

RYAN MOORE

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The most heralded player in the UNLV golf program’s history, former Rebel golfer Ryan Moore experienced unequaled success at the collegiate and amateur levels beginning with the summer of 2004. Moore’s college career, which ran from 2001-05, was unparalleled, both in terms of his senioryear accomplishments as well as his sustained performance while competing for UNLV. In his senior year alone, he competed in nine college events, winning three times and finishing third in three others. In fact, he never finished lower than sixth place in any of the tournaments he played in. Moore also capped his final year with a fifth-place finish at the 2005 NCAA Championship, an event he won in 2004. His 28-round scoring average of 69.29 was tops in the nation and set the UNLV seasonal record. For his college career, he played in 136 rounds and turned in a scoring average of 70.76. He also placed 13th at the 2005 Masters, earning him low amateur honors and a return trip to Augusta in 2006. Moore’s incredible senior season was rewarded with the recognition of winning every major player of the year honor that is given out in collegiate golf - the Ben Hogan Award, the Nicklaus Award and the Haskins Award. Moore became just the second UNLV student-athlete to win his respective sport’s national player of the year award - the first was men’s basketball’s Larry Johnson in 1991. Moore also received national attention when he set a new standard in amateur golf in 2004 by winning five major amateur championships, a feat that may never be matched. He captured the U.S. Amateur, the NCAA, the U.S. Amateur Public Links, the Western Amateur and the Sahalee Players Championships to become the first golfer to ever win all five events in the same year. The four-time All-American became just the third UNLV golfer in program history to earn first team honors twice (2004 and 2005). He also captured the Golfstat Cup title in 2004-05, which is awarded annually to the college golfer with the lowest yearly scoring average as was the nation’s top-ranked player for the entire season. His 69.29 was the second lowest seasonal scoring average in NCAA history. Moore was also named the Mountain West Conference Golfer of the Year for the second straight season in 2004-05 and made the All-MWC team for the fourth time. He captured UNLV’s Sportsman of the Year award all four of his years at UNLV. Moore had the opportunity to turn professional after his junior season, but chose to return to school for his senior year. He is currently on the PGA Tour and won his first career professional tournament at the 2009 Wyndham Championship.


Media Exposure

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Media Exposure

New York Times

, with Ryan Sports Broadcaster Jim Nantz, a CBS er. nn Hogan Award Di Moore at the 2005

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USA Today



Rebel Records Individual Tournament Records Low 18

1. 2. 13.

63 64 64 64 64 64 64 64 64 64 64 64 64 64 64 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65 65

Jeremy Anderson Eddie Olson Derek Ernst Colby Smith Jarred Texter Travis Whisman Ryan Moore Ryan Moore Ryan Moore Ryan Moore Ryan Moore Jeremy Anderson Chris Riley Warren Schutte Edward Fryatt Eddie Olson Brett Kanda Brett Kanda Eddie Olson Seung-su Han Seung-su Han Seung-su Han Jarred Texter Ryan Moore Jarred Texter Ryan Moore Ryan Moore Ryan Keeney Adam Scott Jeremy Anderson Jeremy Anderson Chris Berry Bill Lunde Bill Lunde Bill Lunde Mike Ruiz Warren Schutte Hub Goyen

Jr. Sr. So. So. Jr. Sr. Sr. Jr. Jr. Jr. Jr. Sr. So. Sr. Jr. Jr. Jr. Jr. So. Jr. Jr. So. Jr. Sr. Fr. Sr. Jr. Fr. Fr. Jr. So. Jr. Sr. Sr. Jr. So. Jr. Jr.

1998-99 2009-10 2009-10 2009-10 2006-07 2004-05 2004-05 2003-04 2003-04 2003-04 2003-04 1999-00 1993-94 1992-93 1992-93 2008-09 2008-09 2008-09 2007-08 2007-08 2007-08 2006-07 2006-07 2004-05 2004-05 2004-05 2003-04 2002-03 1998-99 1998-99 1997-98 1997-98 1997-98 1997-98 1996-97 1994-95 1991-92 1989-90

Low 54

Adam Scott’s round of 65 at the 1999 John A. Burns Intercollegiate marked the first time a UNLV freshman had scored that low in a round.

1. 2. 3. 6. 9. 13. 17. 21.

196 198 201 201 201 202 202 202 203 203 203 203 204 204 204 204 205 205 205 205 206 206 206 206 206 206 206 206 206 206 206 206 206 206 206 206

Savane College All-America Mountain West Conference Championship Herb Wimberly Intercollegiate William H. Tucker Invitational PING Arizona Intercollegiate Southern Highlands Collegiate Championship John A. Burns Intercollegiate NCAA Championships National Invitation Tournament Jerry Pate National Intercollegiate Preview by PING and Golfweek Golf World Collegiate Invitational William H. Tucker Intercollegiate GolfWorld Collegiate John A. Burns Intercollegiate Mountain West Conference Championship Jerry Pate National Intercollegiate Gene Miranda Falcon Invitational PING Arizona Intercollegiate Turtle Bay Intercollegiate Jerry Pate National Intercollegiate Mountain West Conference Championship John Burns Intercollegiate John A. Burns Intercollegiate Nelson Invitational William H. Tucker Invitational John A. Burns Intercollegiate ASU Invitational John A. Burns Intercollegiate Jerry Pate National Intercollegiate GolfWorld Invitational John A. Burns Intercollegiate John A. Burns Intercollegiate NCAA Championships Big Island Intercollegiate Big West Championships NCAA West Regional NCAA West Regional

Ryan Moore Jeremy Anderson Ryan Moore Jeremy Anderson Hub Goyen Seung-su Han Ryan Moore Ryan Moore Travis Whisman Michael Kirk Jeremy Anderson Chris Berry Derek Ernst C.J. Gatto Adam Scott Chris Riley Kevin Penner Seung-su Han Ryan Moore Jeremy Anderson Derek Ernst Eddie Olson Derek Ernst Jarred Texter Jarred Texter Blake Trimble Andres Gonzales Jarred Texter Ryan Moore Jarred Texter Ryan Moore Ryan Moore Chris Riley Ed Fryatt Warren Schutte James Oh

Low 72 (NCAA Championship)

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1. 2. 3. 5. 7. 8. 10. 12.

267 272 279 279 281 281 282 283 283 285 285 287 287 287

Ryan Moore Chris Berry Jeremy Anderson Michael Kirk Bill Lunde Chris Riley Ryan Moore Charley Hoffman Warren Schutte Jeremy Anderson Ed Fryatt Gilberto Morales Chris Riley Warren Schutte

Records since 1988-89 unless otherwise noted

Jr. Jr. Sr. Sr. Sr. So. Sr. Jr. So. So. So. Fr. Fr. Jr.

2003-04 1997-98 1999-00 1999-00 1997-98 1993-94 2004-05 1997-98 1990-91 1997-98 1991-92 1993-94 1992-93 1991-92

Sr. Sr. Jr. Jr. Jr. Jr. Jr. Jr. Jr. Jr. So. Jr. So. Jr. So. So. Fr. Jr. Sr. Sr. So. Jr. Fr. Jr. Jr. So. Sr. So. Sr. Fr. Jr. Jr. So. Jr. Jr. Fr.

Jeremy Anderson holds the school record for low 18-hole round with a 63 at the Savane College All-America in 1998-99. 2004-05 1999-00 2003-04 1998-99 1989-90 2007-08 2003-04 2003-04 2003-04 1998-99 1997-98 1997-98 2009-10 2006-07 1999-00 1993-94 2009-10 2007-08 2004-05 1999-00 2009-10 2008-09 2008-09 2006-07 2006-07 2006-07 2005-06 2005-06 2004-05 2004-05 2003-04 2003-04 1993-94 1992-93 1991-92 2000-01

John A. Burns Intercollegiate John A. Burns Intercollegiate Jerry Pate National Intercollegiate Savane All-American NCAA West Regional Jerry Pate National Intercollegiate ASU Thunderbird Invitational Western Refining All-America Classic Jerry Pate National Intercollegiate John A. Burns Intercollegiate GolfWorld Invitational John A. Burns Intercollegiate Herb Wimberly Intercollegiate PING Arizona Intercollegiate Jerry Pate National Intercollegiate John Hancock All-American Herb Wimberly Intercollegiate Turtle Bay Intercollegiate Williams H. Tucker Invitational Golf World Collegiate Invitational John A. Burns Intercollegiate Jerry Pate National Intercollegiate Jerry Pate National Intercollegiate PING Arizona Intercollegiate College All-America Golf Classic District 7 Shootout Cougar Classic John Burns Intercollegiate Hall of Fame Invitational Nelson Invitational Mountain West Conference Champs John A. Buns Intercollegiate William H. Tucker Intercollegiate John A. Burns Intercollegiate Big West Championships John A. Burns Intercollegiate

Chris Berry’s 16-under par finish at the 1998 NCAA Championship sealed the Rebels’ first national title.


Rebel Records Individual Season Records Scoring Average 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 21. 22. 23. 25. 26. 27. 28. 29. 30. 31. 33. 35. 36. 37. 38. 39.

69.29 69.39 70.85 71.18 71.33 71.40 71.43 71.60 71.65 71.70 71.83 71.83 72.08 72.09 72.10 72.23 72.29 72.33 72.38 72.38 72.39 72.41 72.42 72.42 72.44 72.46 72.47 72.51 72.52 72.53 72.55 72.55 72.56 72.56 72.58 72.64 72.75 72.75 72.77 72.79 72.79

Ryan Moore Ryan Moore Jeremy Anderson Chris Riley Seung-su Han Jarred Texter Derek Ernst Eddie Olson Michael Kirk Ryan Moore Jeremy Anderson Bill Lunde Andres Gonzales Travis Whisman Warren Schutte Andres Gonzales Ryan Keeney Brandon Loska Seung-su Han Jeremy Anderson Sam Hunt Colby Smith Eddie Olson Warren Schutte Travis Whisman Ryan Keeney Jarred Texter Charley Hoffman Ed Fryatt C.J. Gatto Derek Ernst Eddie Olson Ryan Moore Scott Lander Warren Schutte Chris Riley Matt Kinsinger Calvin Kupeyan Michael Kirk Matt Kinsinger Ted Oh

Sr. Jr. Sr. So. Jr. Jr. So. Jr. Sr. So. So. Sr. Sr. Sr. Jr. Jr. Jr. Sr. So. Jr. So. So. So. So. So. Sr. So. Jr. Jr. Jr. Fr. So. Fr. Sr. Sr. Jr. Fr. Fr. Jr. Sr. So.

2004-05 2003-04 1999-00 1993-94 2007-08 2006-07 2009-10 2008-09 1999-00 2002-03 1997-98 1997-98 2005-06 2004-05 1991-92 2004-05 2004-05 2007-08 2006-07 1998-99 2004-05 2009-10 2007-08 1990-91 2002-03 2006-07 2005-06 1997-98 1992-93 2006-07 2008-09 2006-07 2001-02 2000-01 1992-93 1994-95 2004-05 1999-00 1998-99 2007-08 1996-97

Ryan Moore turned in the top seasonal scoring average in Rebel history in back-to-back seasons and recorded the lowest 54-hole tournament total with 196 at the Burns in 2004-05.

Warren Schutte ended the 1991 season with four straight victories, still the most wins in a season by any Rebel player.

Since the 1993-94 season, nobody has come close to matching the 49 rounds played by Ed Fryatt (left) and Chris Riley.

Rounds 1. 3. 5. 10.

49 49 48 48 45 45 45 45 45 44 44 44

Chris Riley Ed Fryatt Ed Fryatt Warren Schutte Warren Schutte Chris Riley Monte Montgomery Ed Fryatt Hub Goyen Chris Riley Chad Campbell Gilberto Morales

So. Sr. Jr. Jr. Sr. Fr. Sr. So. So. Jr. Jr. So.

Victories (Since 1985-86) 1. 2. 5. 11.

4 3 3 3 2 2 2 2 2 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

Warren Schutte Ryan Moore Ryan Moore Chris Riley Derek Ernst Jeremy Anderson Jeremy Anderson Ed Fryatt Ed Fryatt Hub Goyen Colby Smith Eddie Olson Eddie Olson Matt Kinsinger Andres Gonzales Ryan Moore Jeremy Anderson Michael Kirk Chris Berry Michael Kirk Bill Lunde Chad Campbell Ted Oh Chris Riley Warren Schutte Warren Schutte Hub Goyen Steve Fischer

Consecutive Victories 1. 2.

4 2

Warren Schutte Ed Fryatt

1993-94 1993-94 1992-93 1991-92 1992-93 1992-93 1991-92 1991-92 1988-89 1994-95 1994-95 1994-95

So. Sr. Jr. So. So. Jr. So. Sr. Jr. Jr. So. Jr. So. So. Sr. So. Sr. Sr. Sr. Jr. Jr. Sr. Fr. Jr. Jr. Fr. So. Sr.

1990-91 2004-05 2003-04 1993-94 2009-10 1998-99 1997-98 1993-94 1992-93 1989-90 2009-10 2008-09 2007-08 2005-06 2005-06 2002-03 1999-00 1999-00 1998-99 1998-99 1996-97 1995-96 1995-96 1994-95 1991-92 1989-90 1988-89 1985-86

So. Jr.

1990-91 1992-93 87


Rebel Records Individual Career Records Scoring Average (Min. 42 rounds) 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15. 16. 17. 18. 19. 20. 21. 22. 24. 25. 26.

70.76 71.96 72.01 72.20 72.31 72.50 72.65 72.68 72.72 72.72 72.79 72.94 73.11 73.17 73.30 73.31 73.36 73.38 73.46 73.52 73.54 73.56 73.56 73.63 73.82 73.91

Ryan Moore Derek Ernst Jeremy Anderson Michael Kirk Seung-su Han Eddie Olson Chris Riley Warren Schutte Jarred Texter Travis Whisman Andres Gonzales Ed Fryatt Ji Moon Hub Goyen Colby Smith Matt Kinsinger C.J. Gatto Ryan Keeney Brett Kanda Adam Scott Charley Hoffman Bill Lunde Scott Lander Monte Montgomery Mike Ruiz Ted Oh

Victories 1. 2. 3. 4. 6.

7 6 5 4 4 2 2 2

Rounds 1. 2. 3. 4. 5 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 13. 14. 16. 17.

179 178 170 154 142 139 136 132 131 126 125 125 124 117 117 103 102

136-9,624 70-5,037 154-11,089 79-5,704 101-7,303 131-9,498 178-12,932 179-13,009 126-9,163 124-9,018 90-6,551 142-10,358 63-4,606 103-7,536 70-5,131 75-5,498 83-6,089 89-6,531 117-8,595 42-3,088 90-6,619 102-7,503 125-9,195 125-9,204 139-10,261 76-5,617

Ryan Moore Warren Schutte Jeremy Anderson Chris Riley Ed Fryatt Derek Ernst Eddie Olson Michael Kirk

2001-05 1989-93 1996-00 1992-96 1991-94 2008-SA 2005-10 1998-00

Warren Schutte Chris Riley Darin Osborn Jeremy Anderson Ed Fryatt Mike Ruiz Ryan Moore Gilberto Morales Eddie Olson Jarred Texter Scott Lander Monte Montgomery Travis Whisman Brett Kanda Brandon Goethals Hub Goyen Bill Lunde

1989-93 1992-96 1988-92 1996-00 1991-94 1993-97 2001-05 1993-97 2005-10 2004-08 1996-01 1989-92 2000-05 2006-10 1988-92 1988-91 1994-98

2001-05 2008-SA 1996-00 1998-00 2005-08 2005-10 1992-96 1989-93 2004-08 2000-05 2003-06 1991-94 2007-09 1988-91 2008-SA 2004-08 2004-08 2002-07 2006-10 1998-99 1995-99 1994-98 1996-01 1989-92 1993-97 1995-97

1. 2. 3. 7. 9.

7 5 4 4 4 4 3 3 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2

1997-98 1998-99 2009-10 1996-97 1995-96 1993-94 2004-05 1994-95 2008-09 2007-08 2006-07 2005-06 1992-93 1991-92 1990-91 1989-90

WINNING PERCENTAGE 1. 2. 3. 5. 7. 8. 9. 14. 16.

.467 (7-15) .385 (5-13) .286 (4-14) .286 (4-14) .267 (4-15) .267 (4-15) .250 (3-12) .200 (3-15) .167 (2-12) .167 (2-12) .167 (2-12) .167 (2-12) .167 (2-12) .143 (2-14) .143 (2-14) .133 (2-15) .133 (2-15)

1997-98 1998-99 2009-10 1995-96 1996-97 1993-94 2004-05 1994-95 2008-09 2007-08 2006-07 2005-06 2001-02 1990-91 1989-90 1992-93 1991-92

The school’s first All-American in golf, Hub Goyen marched to the Rebels’ first individual win in the postseason at the 1990 West Regional.

Consecutive Victories 1. 2.

3 2 2 2 2 2

1997-98 2009-10 2001-02 1998-99 (twice) 1993-94 1992-93

MEDALISTS (Since ‘85-86)

Michael Kirk ranks fourth on the school’s career scoring average list at 72.20.

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Team Season Records Victories

1. 4. 8.

4 4 4 3 3 3 3 2 2 2 2 2

1998-99 1993-94 1990-91 2009-10 2004-05 2003-04 1989-90 2005-06 1997-98 1995-96 1992-93 1999-00

Ryan Moore holds the best career scoring average in Rebel golf history by more than one full stroke.

Consecutive MEDALISTS 1. 2.

4 2 2

1990-91 (Schutte, Schutte, Schutte, Schutte) 1993-94 (Riley, Fryatt) 1992-93 (Fryatt, Fryatt)

MARGIN OF VICTORY

1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 8. 10. 11. 14. 16.

23 22 21 20 17 16 16 15 15 13 11 11 11 10 10 8

Mountain West Conference Championships Big West Championships Big West Championships William H. Tucker Intercollegiate Shoot-Out at Angel Park William H. Tucker Invitational Big Island Southern Highlands Collegiate Championship NCAA West Regional Big West Championships William H. Tucker Invitational U.S. Collegiate Champ. John A. Burns Intercoll. Southern Highlands Collegiate Championship William H. Tucker Invitational Herb Wimberly Intercollegiate

1999-00 1993-94 1995-96 1995-96 2007-08 2009-10 1996-97 2004-05 1993-94 1992-93 2008-09 1998-99 1997-98 2005-06 2005-06 2009-10


Rebel Records Year By Year TEAM STATISTICS

Year 1988-89 1989-90 1990-91 1991-92 1992-93 1993-94 1994-95 1995-96 1996-97 1997-98 1998-99 1999-00 2000-01 2001-02 2002-03 2003-04 2004-05 2005-06 2006-07 2007-08 2008-09 2009-10

# of Tourn. 15 14 14 15 15 15 15 14 15 15 13 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 12 14

Conf. Finish NCAA Reg. Finish NCAA Champ. Finish 4th (Big West) 5th 27th 2nd (Big West) 1st 18th 2nd (Big West) 3rd 8th 1st (Big West) 3rd 4th 1st (Big West) 4th 8th 1st (Big West) 1st 7th 2nd (Big West) 5th 15th 1st (Big West) 2nd 2nd 2nd (WAC) 1st 22nd 2nd (WAC) 3rd 1st 2nd (WAC) 2nd 6th 1st (MWC) 2nd 6th 5th (MWC) 11th N/A 1st (MWC) 3rd 23rd T4th (MWC) T3rd 13th 3rd (MWC) 11th N/A 2nd (MWC) 1st 8th 3rd (MWC) 10th 19th 2nd (MWC) T16th N/A 4th (MWC) 24th N/A 3rd (MWC) 7th N/A 3rd (MWC) T3rd T21st

Scoring Average Year Player 1988-89 Hub Goyen 1989-90 Hub Goyen 1990-91 Warren Schutte 1991-92 Warren Schutte 1992-93 Ed Fryatt 1993-94 Chris Riley 1994-95 Chris Riley 1995-96 Mike Ruiz 1996-97 Ted Oh 1997-98 Jeremy Anderson Bill Lunde 1998-99 Jeremy Anderson 1999-00 Jeremy Anderson 2000-01 Scott Lander 2001-02 Ryan Moore 2002-03 Ryan Moore 2003-04 Ryan Moore 2004-05 Ryan Moore 2005-06 Andres Gonzales 2006-07 Jarred Texter 2007-08 Seung-su Han 2008-09 Eddie Olson 2009-10 Derek Ernst

Class So. Jr. So. Jr. Jr. So. Jr. Jr. So. So. Sr. Jr. Sr. Sr. Fr. So. Jr. Sr. Sr. Jr. Jr. Jr. So.

Avg. 73.55 72.86 72.42 72.10 72.52 71.18 72.64 73.86 72.79 71.83 71.83 72.38 70.85 72.56 72.56 71.70 69.39 69.29 72.08 71.40 71.33 71.60 71.43

Team 1st 1 2 2 2 2 4 3 4 4 7 5 1 0 2 1 0 3 2 2 2 2 4

Worst Finish Indiv. Champs 27th 2 18th 3 11th 4 8th 1 13th 2 11th 4 15th 1 10th 2 22nd 1 11th 2 8th 4 11th 2 16th 0 23rd 0 13th 1 12th 3 9th 3 19th 2 T16th 0 24th 1 12th 1 21st 3

Ted Oh’s victory at the 1996 IGT/Rebel Classic is still the only win by a freshman in school history.

Wins

Scott Lander led the team and finished second in the MWC with a 72.56 scoring average as a senior in 2000-01.

Team 2nd 3 4 5 1 1 2 2 4 5 2 4 3 1 1 2 2 5 2 2 1 1 0

Year Player 1989-89 Hub Goyen 1989-90 Hub Goyen 1990-91 Warren Schutte 1991-92 Warren Schutte 1992-93 Ed Fryatt 1993-94 Chris Riley 1994-95 Chris Riley 1995-96 Chad Campbell Ted Oh 1996-97 Bill Lunde 1997-98 Jeremy Anderson 1998-99 Jeremy Anderson 1999-00 Jeremy Anderson Michael Kirk 2000-01 None 2001-02 None 2002-03 Ryan Moore 2003-04 Ryan Moore 2004-05 Ryan Moore 2005-06 Andres Gonzales Matt Kinsinger 2007-08 Eddie Olson 2008-09 Eddie Olson 2009-10 Derek Ernst Colby Smith

Class So. Jr. So. Jr. Jr. So. Jr. Sr. Fr. Jr. So. Jr. Sr. Sr.

Wins 1 2 4 1 2 3 1 1 1 1 2 2 1 1

So. Jr. Sr. Sr. So. So. Jr. So. So.

1 3 3 1 1 1 1 2 1

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Champions Team Victories

2010 Southern Highlands Collegiate Masters 2010 John Burns Intercollegiate 2009 Herb Wimberly Intercollegiate 2009 William H. Tucker Invitational 2009 Southern Highlands Collegiate Championship 2008 William H. Tucker Invitational 2008 Southern Highlands Collegiate Championship 2007 Shoot-Out at Angel Park 2007 Morris Williams Intercollegiate 2007 PING Arizona Intercollegiate 2006 Southern Highlands Collegiate Championship 2005 William H. Tucker Invitational 2005 NCAA West Regional 2005 ASU Thunderbird Invitational 2005 Southern Highlands Collegiate Championship 2002 Turtle Bay Intercollegiate 2002 Mountain West Conference Championship 2002 Kepler Intercollegiate 2000 Mountain West Conference Championship 1999 Bellsouth Yellow Pages Intercollegiate 1999 U.S. Collegiate Golf Championship 1999 Golf Digest Collegiate Invitational 1999 John A. Burns Intercollegiate 1998 GolfWorld Collegiate Invitational 1998 NCAA Championship 1998 Bellsouth Yellow Pages Intercollegiate 1998 John A. Burns Intercollegiate 1998 Taylor Made/Waikoloa Intercollegiate 1998 PING Arizona Intercollegiate 1998 Rolex Match Play Championship 1998 PING/Golfweek Preview 1997 NCAA West Regional 1997 Morris Williams Intercollegiate 1997 Taylor Made/Big Island Classic 1997 PING/GolfWeek Preview Invitational 1996 Big West Conference Championship 1996 Golf Digest Collegiate 1995 IGT/Rebel Classic 1995 William H. Tucker Invitational 1995 Morris Williams Intercollegiate 1995 IGT/Rebel Classic 1995 Topy Cup 1994 NCAA West Regional 1994 Big West Conference Championship 1993 IGT/Rebel Classic 1993 PING/GolfWeek Preview Invitational 1993 Big West Conference Championship 1993 BYU/Franklin Quest Cougar Classic 1992 Big West Conference Championship 1992 Taylor Made/Big Island Classic 1991 John A. Burns Invitational 1991 Western Intercollegiate 1990 NCAA West Regional 1989 UC Irvine Anteater Invitational 1989 New Mexico State Classic

The 1997-98 squad set the school record with seven team victories, including the NCAA title. 90

Warren Schutte won six tournaments in his career.

Derek Ernst Derek Ernst Colby Smith Eddie Olson Eddie Olson Matt Kinsinger Andres Gonzales Ryan Moore Ryan Moore Ryan Moore Ryan Moore Ryan Moore Ryan Moore Ryan Moore Michael Kirk Jeremy Anderson Chris Berry Michael Kirk Jeremy Anderson Jeremy Anderson Jeremy Anderson Jeremy Anderson Bill Lunde Chad Campbell Ted Oh Chris Riley Ed Fryatt Chris Riley Ed Fryatt Chris Riley Chris Riley Ed Fryatt Ed Fryatt Warren Schutte Warren Schutte Warren Schutte Warren Schutte Warren Schutte Hub Goyen Hub Goyen Warren Schutte Hub Goyen Steve Fischer

With three wins during the 2004-05 season, Ryan Moore became the winningest Rebel in history with seven career victories.

Individual Medalists

2009 Herb Wimberly Intercollegiate 2009 William H. Tucker Invitational 2009 William H. Tucker Invitational 2008 William H. Tucker Invitational 2008 Mountain West Conference Championship 2006 Southern Highlands Collegiate Championship 2005 William H. Tucker Invitational 2005 Hall of Fame Invitational 2005 John A. Burns Intercollegiate 2004 William H. Tucker Invitational 2004 NCAA Championship 2004 Mountain West Conference Championship 2004 National Invitation Tournament 2003 Toyota Men’s Collegiate Championship 2000 Mountain West Conference Championship 2000 John A. Burns Intercollegiate 1999 U.S. Collegiate Golf Championship 1999 John A. Burns Intercollegiate 1999 Jerry Pate National Intercollegiate 1999 Savane College All-America Golf Classic 1998 GolfWorld Invitational 1998 Bellsouth Yellow Pages Intercollegiate 1997 Taylor Made/Big Island Intercollegiate 1996 Golf Digest Collegiate 1995 IGT/Rebel Classic 1995 Topy Cup 1994 NCAA West Regional 1994 Big West Conference Championship 1993 IGT/Rebel Classic 1993 John Hancock All-American 1993 William H. Tucker Invitational 1993 Big West Conference Championship 1993 BYU/Franklin Quest Cougar Classic 1992 Big West Conference Championship 1991 Oak Tree Invitational 1991 Big West Conference Championship 1991 NCAA West Regional 1991 NCAA Championship 1990 NCAA West Regional 1990 BYU Cougar Classic 1989 New Mexico State Classic 1988 New Mexico State Classic 1985 Stanford U.S. Invitational


Postseason Records Team Victories All-Time:........................................... 10 Season:...................................2 (1994) Rounds Under Par Season:.................................10 (2000) Low Round Finals:.......................................269 (1998) First rd:................................284 (2005) ............................................284 (1998) ............................................284 (1992) Second rd:...........................269 (1998) Third rd:...............................276 (1998) Fourth rd:.............................281 (2000)

Hub Goyen’s shocking win at the 1990 NCAA West Regional in Las Cruces was outshined only by the team’s stunning victory, its first in a postseason event.

Chris Berry shot four straight sub-par rounds en route to a runner-up finish at the 1998 national finals.

Regional:..................................271 (1992) First rd:................................276 (1990) Second rd:...........................271 (1992) Third rd:...............................274 (1990) Conference:................. 271 (2009 & 2010) First rd:................................275 (2007) Second rd:.............. 271 (2009 & 2010) Third rd:...............................278 (2005) ............................................278 (1990)

UNLV in the Record books NCAA CHAMPIONSHIP Records TEAM Under-par after two rounds............................. - 23............... UNLV...........................1998

NCAA Regional Records TEAM Most Consecutive Appearances....................... 22*............... UNLV plus 2 other schools * still active

Mountain West CONFERENCE Records TEAM Best 54-Hole Score.................................845 (-19)............... UNLV...........................2000 Margin of victory................................................ 23............... UNLV...........................2000 INDIVIDUAL Best 54-Hole Score (to par)....................206 (-10)............... Ryan Moore.................2004

Individual Rounds Played Season:............................ 10, by many Career:......... 40, Ryan Moore, 2002-05 .......................40, Chris Riley, 1993-96 ...............40, Warren Schutte, 1990-93 Victories Season:......... 3, Warren Schutte, 1991 Career:......4, Warren Schutte, 1990-93 Rounds Under Par Tourney: ........4, Chris Berry, 1998 NCAA Finals Season:.............. 8, Ryan Moore, 2004 ...................8, Jeremy Anderson, 2000 ........................... 8, Michael Kirk, 2000 Career:......... 20, Ryan Moore, 2002-05 ...............19, Warren Schutte, 1990-93 Low Tournament Finals:.................. 267, Ryan Moore, 2004 Regional:...............201, Hub Goyen, 1990 Conference:......... 206, Ryan Moore, 2004 .................. 206, Warren Schutte, 1992

Low Round Finals:.................... 64, Ryan Moore, 2004 First rd:............. 67, Ryan Moore, 2004 Second rd:............ 65, Bill Lunde, 1998 Third rd:............ 64, Ryan Moore, 2004 Fourth rd:.......... 66, Ryan Moore, 2005 ......................... 66, Ryan Moore, 2004 Regional:.......... 65, Warren Schutte, 1992 ...........................65, Hub Goyen, 1990 First rd:.................. 66, Ed Fryatt, 1994 Second rd:... 65, Warren Schutte, 1992 Third rd:..............65, Hub Goyen, 1990 Conference:........... 64, Eddie Olson, 2010 First rd:..........65, Seung-su Han, 2007 ............................. 65, Mike Ruiz, 1995 Second rd:........ 64, Eddie Olson, 2010 Third rd:............ 67, Eddie Olson, 2010 ..........................67, Brett Kanda, 2007 ......................... 67, Ryan Moore, 2004 .................... 67, Warren Schutte, 1992

UNLV holds no Western Athletic Conference or Big West Conference Championship records.

Michael Kirk (right) led the Rebels to a 23-stroke victory at the inaugural Mountain West Conference Championship while capturing the individual crown.

Ryan Moore set a MWC Championship record for low 54-hole score with a 10-under 206 when he won the conference title in 2004.

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UNLV Honors Individual Honors

All-America Selections

National Coach of the Year Dwaine Knight (1998) Dwaine Knight (1991) District Coach of the Year Dwaine Knight (2005) Dwaine Knight (1998) Dwaine Knight (1991)

conference Coach of the Year Dwaine Knight (MWC, 2002) Dwaine Knight (WAC, 1998) Dwaine Knight (Big West, 1989)

Ryan Moore won the Hogan, Nicklaus and Haskins Awards as the 2004-05 National Player of the Year.

2010 - Derek Ernst (3rd) 2009 - Eddie Olson (HM) 2007 - Jarred Texter (HM) 2006 - Andres Gonzales (3rd) Jarred Texter (HM) 2005 - Ryan Moore (1st) Ryan Keeney (HM) 2004 - Ryan Moore (1st) 2003 - Ryan Moore (2nd) 2002 - Ryan Moore (HM) 2001 - Scott Lander (HM) 2000 - Jeremy Anderson (1st) Michael Kirk (3rd)

1999 - 1998 - 1997 - 1996 -

Jeremy Anderson (1st) Michael Kirk (2nd) Chris Berry (HM) Adam Scott (HM) Jeremy Anderson (2nd) Bill Lunde (2nd) Chris Berry (HM) Charley Hoffman (HM) Bill Lunde (3rd) Ted Oh (HM) Chad Campbell (3rd) Chris Riley (HM) Mike Ruiz (HM)

2005

Conference Player of the Year 2010 Derek Ernst (MWC) 2005 Ryan Moore (MWC) 2004 Ryan Moore (MWC) 2000 Jeremy Anderson (MWC) 1999 Jeremy Anderson (WAC) 1995 Chris Riley (BWC) 1994 Chris Riley (BWC) 1993 Ed Fryatt (BWC) 1992 Warren Schutte (BWC) 1991 Warren Schutte (BWC) PING/Golfweek National Freshman of the Year Chris Riley

1993

conference Freshman of the Year 2006 Seung-su Han (MWC) 2005 Jarred Texter (MWC) 2002 Ryan Moore (MWC) 2001 James Oh (MWC)

Mountain West Conference Derek Ernst Colby Smith Derek Ernst Eddie Olson Seung-su Han Matt Kinsinger Eddie Olson Seung-su Han Jarred Texter Seung-su Han Andres Gonzales Jarred Texter Ryan Moore Travis Whisman Ryan Moore Travis Whisman Ryan Moore Travis Whisman Clark Corbett Ryan Moore Scott Lander Jeremy Anderson Michael Kirk

First Team First Team First Team First Team First Team First Team First Team First Team First Team First Team First Team First Team First Team First Team First Team First Team First Team First Team First Team First Team First Team First Team First Team

Western Athletic Conference

1999 1998 1997

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Jeremy Anderson Michael Kirk Jeremy Anderson Bill Lunde Bill Lunde Gilberto Morales Ted Oh

First Team First Team First Team First Team First Team Second Team Second Team

Ted Oh (HM) Chris Riley (2nd) Chris Riley (1st) Ed Fryatt (2nd) Ed Fryatt (1st) Warren Schutte (2nd) Chris Riley, (3rd) Warren Schutte (1st) Monte Montgomery (2nd) Ed Fryatt (HM) Warren Schutte (1st) Hub Goyen (2nd) Hub Goyen (HM)

national Player of the Year Ryan Moore Hogan, Nicklaus, Haskins Awards

All-Conference Selections 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000

1995 - 1994 - 1993 - 1992 - 1991 - 1990 - 1989 -

1996 1995 1994 1993 1992 1991 1990 1989 1988 1986

Big West Conference Chris Riley Chad Campbell Ted Oh Mike Ruiz Chris Riley Chad Campbell Gilberto Morales Mike Ruiz Ed Fryatt Chris Riley Gilberto Morales Ed Fryatt Chris Riley Warren Schutte Eric Schroeder Monte Montgomery Warren Schutte Ed Fryatt Darin Osborn Warren Schutte Monte Montgomery Cris Leon Hub Goyen Darin Osborn Warren Schutte Monte Montgomery Brandon Goethals Hub Goyen Darin Osborn Kevin Pedigo Steve Fischer Skip Kendall

First Team First Team Second Team Second Team First Team Second Team Second Team Second Team First Team First Team Second Team First Team First Team First Team Second Team First Team First Team Second Team First Team First Team Second Team Honorable Mention First Team First Team First Team Second Team Honorable Mention First Team Honorable Mention Honorable Mention Second Team Honorable Mention

Jeremy Anderson was chosen Player of the Year in two conferences.

Honor Roll

ncaa CHAMPION 2004 - Ryan Moore 1991 - Warren Schutte U.S. AMATEUR CHAMPION 2004 - Ryan Moore WESTERN AMATEUR CHAMPION 2004 - Ryan Moore 2000 - Michael Kirk U.S. am. public links CHAMPION 2004 - Ryan Moore 2002 - Ryan Moore 1992 - Warren Schutte REBELS AT THE MASTERS 2005 - Ryan Moore 2003 - Ryan Moore 1993 - Warren Schutte REBELS AT THE U.S. OPEN 2005 - Ryan Moore 2002 - Ryan Moore 1992 - Warren Schutte academic all-americans 2005 - Ryan Moore, 2nd Team 2000 - Jeremy Anderson, 1st Team 1999 - Jeremy Anderson 1998 - Jeremy Anderson, 3rd Team

Warren Schutte at the Masters between golf legends Jack Nicklaus and Arnold Palmer.


UNLV Honors Earl E. Wilson Most Valuable Player Award

This award is given in memory of the late Earl E. Wilson. The Wilson estate made a generous donation of $250,000 to the Rebel golf program in 1993 as part of an overall gift of $6.5 million to UNLV. The honor goes annually to the top player on the squad.

Eddie Olson is presented the Wilson Award by Coach Knight.

2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 1994 1993

Derek Ernst Eddie Olson Seung-su Han Jarred Texter Andres Gonzales Ryan Moore Ryan Moore Ryan Moore Ryan Moore Scott Lander Jeremy Anderson Jeremy Anderson Jeremy Anderson Ted Oh Mike Ruiz Chris Riley Chris Riley Ed Fryatt

Bruce Parker Award

Michael Maze Award

This honor goes to the Rebel golfer with the highest grade point av­er­age on the squad. It is in memory of the late Bruce Parker, who passed away in 1991 and who was an avid sports fan. The Parker family made a kind do­na­tion to the Rebel golf pro­gram for ac­ad­ em­ic sup­port ser­vic­es in his name.

First presented in 1999, this award goes to the Rebel golfer who best exemplifies the spirit of Rebel golf.

PARKER AWARD WINNERS

MAZE AWARD WINNERS

2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999

WILSON AWARD WINNERS

Kevin Penner Derek Ernst Matt Kinsinger Seung-su Han Sam Hunt C.J. Gatto Andres Gonzales Troy Denton JC Deacon Brien Davis Christian Thornley Christian Thornley

Derek Ernst is presented with the Maze Award.

2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999 1998 1997 1996 1995 1994 1993 1992 1991

Colby Smith Johnny Pinjuv Johnny Pinjuv Johnny Pinjuv Matt Kinsinger Matt Kinsinger Matt Kinsinger Travis Whisman Travis Whisman Scott Lander Scott Lander Jeremy Anderson Daron Dorsey Daron Dorsey Mike Vance Daron Dorsey Mike Vance Fred Chew Brandon Goethals Eric Schroeder

Johnny Pinjuv has won the Parker Award three straight years.

UNLV Sportsman of the Year

This annual award is presented by the school’s athletics department to the top male athlete at UNLV. Until 2005, the award was known as the Olympic Sportsman of the Year award since student-athletes from football and men’s basketball were ineligible. Beginning with the

2005 award, it includes all men’s sports at UNLV. The golf team boasts five different winners, including four-time recipient Ryan Moore and twotime winner Chris Riley.

Ryan Moore 2002-05

Jeremy Anderson 1999

Chris Berry 1998

Chris Riley 1994-95

Warren Schutte 1993

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NCAA Championship Appearances 92nd NCAA Championship

96th NCAA Championship

27th UNLV ...................................... 303-297—600 T21st Hub Goyen .......................69-74-73-75—291 DNF Bruce Mullen................................ 76-72—148 DNF Darin Osborn............................... 79-76—155 DNF Brandon Goethals........................ 79-77—156 DNF Cameron Martin.......................... DQ-75—DQ

8th UNLV .....................296-290-304-286—1,176 T3rd Chris Riley ........................73-69-77-68—287 T16th Warren Schutte ................72-74-72-72—290 T56th Eric Schroeder . ................75-74-77-75—301 T60th Ed Fryatt . .........................78-73-80-71—302 T71st Matt Todd . ........................76-78-78-78—310

93rd NCAA Championship

97th NCAA Championship

18th UNLV .....................296-300-302-298—1,196 T33rd Warren Schutte ................73-75-73-72—293 T68th Darin Osborn ....................72-74-76-77—299 T87th Monte Montgomery ..........76-75-78-73—302 T110th Hub Goyen .......................75-76-75-79—305 T141st Brandon Goethals ............78-79-79-76—312

7th UNLV .....................290-284-289-286—1,149 T8th Chris Riley ........................71-69-75-67—281 T21st Gilberto Morales ...............72-71-70-74—287 T47th Ed Fryatt . .........................74-74-73-71—292 T58th Mike Ruiz . ........................75-73-71-77—296 T58th Eric Schroeder . ................74-71-77-74—296

94th NCAA Championship

98th NCAA Championship

8th UNLV .....................309-292-305-285—1,191 1st Warren Schutte ................72-70-74-67—283 T67th Monte Montgomery ..........80-75-78-70—303 T81st Cris Leon ..........................77-74-78-76—305 T91st Darin Osborn ....................80-73-80-73—306 T107th Andrew Raitt . ...................84-75-75-75—309

15th UNLV .................... 295-290-300-302—1,187 T24th Mike Ruiz . ........................69-72-74-77—292 T39th Chad Campbell . ...............75-73-74-73—295 T49th Chris Riley ........................75-73-75-74—297 T68th Gilberto Morales ...............76-72-77-79—304 72nd Mike Vance . .....................77-73-78-78—306

95th NCAA Championship

99th NCAA Championship

4th UNLV .....................284-297-279-290—1,150 T10th Ed Fryatt . .........................70-74-68-73—285 T15th Warren Schutte ................70-75-68-74—287 T36th Brandon Goethals ............70-76-71-74—291 T42nd Monte Montgomery ..........74-74-72-72—292 T42nd Darin Osborn ....................74-74-73-71—292

2nd UNLV .....................291-296-299-303—1,189 T3rd Mike Ruiz . ........................71-74-74-72—291 T9th Ted Oh . ............................72-74-70-79—295 T18th Chris Riley ........................71-73-79-76—299 T31st Chad Campbell . ...............77-75-76-76—304 T84th Chris Berry .......................91-81-87-85—344

June 7-10, 1989 Oak Tree Country Club, Edmond, Okla. Oklahoma (279-289-283-288—1,139) Phil Mickelson, Arizona State (281)

June 6-9, 1990 Innisbrook Resort, Tarpon Springs, Fla. Arizona State (296-288-292-279—1,155) Phil Mickelson, Arizona State (279)

June 5-8, 1991 Poppy Hills Golf Course, Pebble Beach, Calif. Oklahoma State (300-280-294-287—1,161) Warren Schutte, UNLV (72-70-74-67—283)

June 3-6, 1992 The Championship Course, Albuquerque, N.M. Arizona (286-284-274-285—1,129) Phil Mickelson, Arizona State (271)

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June 2-5, 1993 The Champions Golf Club, Lexington, Ky. Florida (291-277-294-283—1,145) Todd Demsey, Arizona (278)

June 4-6, 1994 Stonebridge Country Club, McKinney, Texas Stanford (292-273-282-282—1,129) Justin Leonard, Texas (271)

May 31-June 3, 1995 The Scarlet Course, Columbus, Ohio Oklahoma State (291-292-286-287—1,156) Chris Spratlin, Auburn (67-71-70-75—283)

May 29-June 1, 1996 The Honors Course, Chat­ta­noo­ga, Tenn. Arizona State (286-300-295-305—1,186) Tiger Woods, Stanford (69-67-69-80—285)


NCAA Championship Appearances 100th NCAA Championship May 28-31, 1997 Conway Farms, Lake Forest, Ill. Pepperdine (287-288-286-287—1,148) Charles Warren, Clemson (71-68-73-67—279)

22nd UNLV ...................................... 300-293—593 T85th Bill Lunde . .................................. 72-73—145 T85th Ted Oh . ...................................... 74-71—145 T99th Mike Ruiz . .................................. 77-73—150 T128th Jeremy Anderson ....................... 77-76—153 T139th Gilberto Morales ......................... 78-78—156

101st NCAA Championship May 27-30, 1998 The Championship Course, Albuquerque, N.M. UNLV (284-269-276-289—1,118) James McLean, Minnesota (71-66-65-69—271)

1st UNLV.................. (284-269-276-289—1,118) T2nd Chris Berry .......................70-68-67-67—272 T15th Bill Lunde . ........................73-65-67-76—281 T20th Charley Hoffman ..............71-67-71-74—283 T29th Jeremy Anderson .............70-69-72-74—285 T37th Scott Lander .....................73-70-71-74—288

102Nd NCAA Championship June 2-5, 1999 Hazeltine National Golf Club, Chaska, Minn. Georgia (292-305-290-293—1,180) Luke Donald, Northwestern (73-68-72-71—284)

6th UNLV .....................295-298-306-296—1,195 11th Adam Scott . .....................77-70-77-73—297 T16th Jeremy Anderson .............71-85-74-69—299 T47th Charley Hoffman ..............71-73-79-81—304 T57th Michael Kirk.......................76-78-76-76—306 T71st Chris Berry .......................80-77-79-78—314

103rd NCAA Championship

May 31-June 3, 2000 RT Jones Grand National Lake Course, Opelika, Ala. Oklahoma State (281-276-275-284—1,116) Charles Howell, Oklahoma State (67-66-63-69—265) 6th UNLV .....................286-287-277-281—1,131 T10th Jeremy Anderson...............69-68-69-73—279 T10th Michael Kirk.......................70-72-68-69—279 T41st Calvin Kupeyan.................71-74-70-73—288 T47th Scott Lander......................79-73-70-67—289 T65th Robert Sul..........................76-75-71-72—294

105th NCAA Championship May 29-June 1, 2002 The Scarlet Course, Columbus, Ohio Minnesota (284-289-283-278—1,134) Troy Matteson, Georgia Tech (73-66-70-67—276)

23rd UNLV........... 292-289-290-296—1,167 (+12) T8th Ryan Moore...............72-69-68-72—281 (-3) T74th J.C. Deacon.............. 73-76-69-74—292 (+8) T102 Clark Corbett.......... 73-71-77-75—296 (+12) T124 Brien Davis............. 75-73-76-75—299 (+15) T148 Brandon Askew....... 74-78-77-78—307 (+23)

106th NCAA Championship

May 27-30, 2003 Karsten Creek Golf Course, Stillwater, Okla. Clemson (299-302-287-303—1,191) Alejandro Canizares, Arizona St. (77-70-71-69—287) 13th UNLV .......... 313-300-295-312—1,220 T22nd Ryan Moore............ 76-71-75-77—299 34th Travis Whisman...... 77-81-71-73—302 T56th Ryan Keeney.......... 80-78-73-79—310 T71st Brien Davis............. 81-75-76-83—315 82nd J.C. Deacon............ 80-76-80-85—321

(+68) (+11) (+14) (+22) (+27) (+33)

107th NCAA Championship June 1-4, 2004 The Cascades at The Homestead, Hot Springs, Va. California (279-289-287-279—1,134) Ryan Moore, UNLV (67-70-64-66—267)

1st

Ryan Moore.............. 67-70-64-66—267 (-13)

108TH NCAA Championship June 1-4, 2005 Caves Valley Golf Club, Owings Mills, Md. Georgia (274-284-297-280—1,135) James Lepp, Washington (70-67-76-63—276)

T8th UNLV .......... 284-290-302-286—1,162 (+42) T5th Ryan Moore.............. 72-73-71-66—282 (+2) T27th Ryan Keeney........... 69-75-73-73—290 (+10) T42nd Andres Gonzales..... 70-73-77-73—293 (+13) T61st Jarred Texter............. 74-70-81-75--300 (+20) T67th Travis Whisman........ 73-74-81-74--302 (+22)

109TH NCAA Championship

May 31-June 3, 2006 Crosswater Course at Sunriver Resort, Sunriver, Ore. Oklahoma State (281-291-288-283—1,143) Jonathan Moore, Okla. St. (68-70-69-69—276) T19th UNLV..................... 293-290-297—880 (+16) T87th C.J. Gatto...................... 74-68-76—218 (+2) T102nd Andres Gonzales........... 76-75-70—221 (+5) T102nd Jarred Texter................. 75-70-76—221 (+5) T122nd Seung-su Han............... 73-77-75—225 (+9) T127th Matt Kinsinger............. 71-77-78—226 (+10)

113TH NCAA Championship June 1-3, 2010 The Honors Course, Ooltewah, Tenn. Augusta State (won match play) Scott Langley, Illinois (70-68-68—206)

T21st UNLV..................... 294-292-293—879 (+15) T25th Derek Ernst.................... 72-71-72—215 (-1) T64th Kevin Penner................. 77-72-71—220 (+4) T103rd Brett Kanda................... 76-74-75—225 (+9) T103rd Eddie Olson................... 74-75-76—225 (+9) T116th Colby Smith..................72-80-75—227 (+11)


NCAA Regional Appearances 2010 NCAA san diego REgional

Carlton Oaks Golf Club, San Diego, Calif. Oregon (294-290-286—870; +6) T3rd UNLV...........................................294-294-298—886 (+22) T3rd Eddie Olson..........................................68-73-74—215 (-1) T18th Colby Smith.........................................75-74-73—222 (+6) T33rd Derek Ernst..........................................74-75-76—225 (+9) T45th Kevin Penner..................................... 79-72-76—227 (+11) T57th Brett Kanda........................................77-79-75—231 (+15)

2009 NCAA austin REgional

The University of Texas Golf Club , Austin, Texas Florida (293-287-294—874; +22) 7th UNLV...........................................296-289-307—892 (+40) 9th Eddie Olson.........................................72-69-77—218 (+5) T12th Ji Moon................................................74-72-75—221 (+8) T37th Colby Smith.......................................73-75-78—226 (+13) T41st Derek Ernst........................................77-73-77—227 (+14) T56th Brett Kanda........................................79-75-79—233 (+20)

2008 NCAA west REgional

Olympic Course at Gold Mountain G.C., Bremerton, Wash., USC (291-283-288—862; -2) 24th UNLV...........................................301-311-308—920 (+56) T71st Brett Kanda........................................76-79-73—228 (+12) T101st Seung-su Han....................................75-79-78—232 (+16) T106th Matt Kinsinger....................................73-79-81—233 (+17) T106th Ji Moon..............................................80-76-77—233 (+17) T111th Eddie Olson.......................................77-77-80—234 (+18)

2007 NCAA west REgional

Karsten Golf Course, Tempe, Ariz. South Carolina (273-269-278—820; -44) T16th UNLV............................................281-281-282—844 (-20) T30th Seung-su Han.......................................72-67-69—208 (-8) T36th Jarred Texter.........................................72-68-69—209 (-7) T71st Eddie Olson..........................................68-74-72—214 (-2) T86th C.J. Gatto............................................69-76-72—217 (+1) T118th Brett Kanda..........................................78-72-74—224 (+8)

2006 NCAA EAST REgional

Lake Nona Golf & Country Club, Orlando, Fla. Wake Forest (285-296-283—864; E) 10th UNLV...........................................287-293-304—884 (+20) T2nd Jarred Texter.........................................70-70-72—212 (-4) T52nd Seung-su Han......................................72-75-77—224 (+8) T59th Andres Gonzales.................................76-72-77—225 (+9) T95th Matt Kinsinger....................................76-76-79—231 (+15) T110th Blake Trimble.....................................69-86-78—233 (+17)

2005 NCAA WEST REgional

Stanford Golf Course, Stanford, Calif. UNLV (281-277-288—846; +6) Ryan Moore.......................................... 69-69-72—210 (E) Andres Gonzales.................................70-69-74—213 (+3) Ryan Keeney.......................................71-68-74—213 (+3) Travis Whisman...................................71-71-72—214 (+4) Jarred Texter........................................73-74-70—217 (+7)

T6th T15th T15th T21st T39th

2004 NCAA WEST REgional

Crosswater Course at Sunriver Golf Club, Sunriver, Ore. UCLA (283-288-294—865) 11th UNLV ................................................... 300-292-297—889 3rd Ryan Moore . ............................................. 69-71-72—212 T47th Ryan Keeney.............................................. 74-73-74—224 T81st Andres Gonzales........................................ 78-74-78—230 T103rd Sam Hunt.................................................... 75-77-81—233 T103rd Travis Whisman.......................................... 82-80-71—233

2003 NCAA WEST REgional

Washington National Golf Club, Auburn, Wash. UCLA  (291-280-293—864) T3rd UNLV ................................................... 296-289-286—871 T8th Brien Davis................................................. 76-70-69—215 T16th Ryan Moore................................................ 74-74-70—218 T22nd Travis Whisman.......................................... 72-74-73—219 T36th Ryan Keeney.............................................. 74-71-77—222 T70th JC Deacon.................................................. 78-75-74—227

2002 NCAA WEST REgional

The Championship Course, Albuquerque, N.M. Washington (291-293-288—872) New Mexico (291-293-288—872) 3rd UNLV ................................................... 290-292-292—874 T16th Ryan Moore................................................ 71-74-73—218 T22nd Brien Davis................................................. 75-73-71—219 T34th Brandon Askew........................................... 69-76-76—221 T44th JC Deacon.................................................. 78-69-75—222 T77th Clark Corbett.............................................. 75-78-73—226

2001 NCAA WEST REgional

Trysting Tree Golf Course, Corvallis, Ore. Arizona State (283-277-292—852) 11th UNLV ................................................... 294-300-292—886 T26th Travis Whisman.......................................... 74-73-73—220 T38th Clark Corbett ............................................. 76-72-75—223 T49th Scott Lander .............................................. 74-79-71—224 T61st Calvin Kupeyan ......................................... 74-78-73—225 T77th James Oh .................................................. 72-77-78—227

2000 NCAA WEST REgional

River Bend Golf Course, Madera, Calif. Arizona (280-278-281—839) T2nd UNLV .....................................................283-281-279—843 T2nd Calvin Kupeyan ...........................................68-72-68—208 T5th Jeremy Anderson ........................................69-73-68—210 T9th Michael Kirk . ............................................... 70-68-73—211 T38th Robert Sul ...................................................76-68-72—216 T66th Scott Lander ................................................76-73-71—220

1999 NCAA WEST REgional

Tucson National Golf Resort, Tucson, Ariz. Arizona State (283-288-283—854) 2nd UNLV .....................................................288-289-285—862 T2nd Michael Kirk . ...............................................71-70-71—212 7th Adam Scott . ................................................71-72-72—215 T13th Charley Hoffman .........................................71-74-73—218 T20th Chris Berry ..................................................76-73-71—220 T36th Jeremy Anderson ........................................75-77-71—223

1998 NCAA WEST REgional

Karsten Golf Course, Tempe, Ariz. New Mexico (287-289-282—858) Arizona State (293-277-288—858) 3rd UNLV ................................................... 287-289-285—861 T14th Jeremy Anderson ...................................... 71-73-72—216 T14th Charley Hoffman ....................................... 73-71-72—216 T14th Chris Berry ................................................ 73-72-71—216 T19th Bill Lunde . ................................................. 74-73-70—217 T23rd Scott Lander .............................................. 70-75-73—218

1997 NCAA WEST REgional T2nd T6th T16th T22nd T42nd

Carlton Oaks Country Club, Santee, Calif. UNLV (289-280-278—847) Ted Oh . ..................................................... 71-69-68—208 Bill Lunde . ..................................................73-71-67—211 Gilberto Morales ........................................ 75-69-71—215 Jeremy Anderson ...................................... 73-72-72—217 Mike Ruiz . ................................................. 72-71-78—221

1996 NCAA WEST REgional

Stanford Golf Course, Stanford, Ca­lif. Stanford (286-292-288—866) 2nd UNLV ................................................... 288-291-288—867 3rd Chad Campbell . ........................................ 70-71-73—214 T14th Mike Ruiz . ................................................. 74-76-68—218 T19th Ted Oh . ..................................................... 73-71-75—219 T27th Chris Riley ................................................. 76-73-72—221 T70th Chris Berry ................................................ 71-76-82—229

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1995 NCAA WEST REgional

The Championship Course, Albuquerque, N.M. Arizona State (283-283-278—844) 5th UNLV ................................................... 288-285-296—869 T6th Chad Campbell . ........................................ 69-69-75—213 T24th Mike Ruiz . ................................................. 70-74-75—219 T36th Chris Riley ................................................. 71-70-80—221 T53rd Mike Vance ................................................ 78-72-75—225 T66th Gilberto Morales ........................................ 78-78-71—227

Warren Schutte posted three straight top-10 finishes at the Regional, including a victory at the 1991 qualifier.

1994 NCAA WEST REgional

Tucson National Golf Club, Tucson, Ariz. UNLV (279-290-280—849) Ed Fryatt . .................................................. 66-73-68—207 Gilberto Morales .........................................69-74-68—211 Chris Riley ................................................. 71-74-69—214 Mike Ruiz . ................................................. 73-70-75—218 Eric Schroeder . ......................................... 77-73-79—229

1st 3rd T11th T26th T71st

1993 NCAA WEST REgional

Riverside Country Club, Provo, Utah Arizona (283-281-295—859) 4th UNLV ................................................... 291-285-299—875 T9th Chris Riley ................................................. 72-70-75—217 T13th Ed Fryatt . .................................................. 76-70-72—218 T30th Warren Schutte . ........................................ 69-75-76—220 T30th Eric Schroeder . ......................................... 74-70-76—220 89th Matt Todd . ................................................. 76-81-76—236

1992 NCAA WEST REgional

Tucson National Golf Club, Tucson, Ariz. Arizona (282-277-279—838) 3rd UNLV ................................................... 295-271-287—853 T3rd Warren Schutte . ........................................ 73-65-70—208 T18th Brandon Goethals ..................................... 75-67-72—214 T33rd Ed Fryatt . .................................................. 77-68-72—217 T33rd Monte Montgomery ................................... 73-71-73—217 T53rd Darin Osborn ............................................. 74-71-76—221

1991 NCAA WEST REgional

The Championship Course, Albuquerque, N.M. Arizona (292-292-284—868) 3rd UNLV ................................................... 279-294-297—870 1st Warren Schutte . ........................................ 71-67-69—207 2nd Monte Montgomery ................................... 69-72-72—213 T41st Andrew Raitt . ............................................ 73-74-75—222 T69th Cris Leon ................................................... 72-81-76—229 T69th Darin Osborn ............................................. 72-78-79—229

1990 NCAA WEST REgional 1st T3rd T6th T42nd T79th

University Golf Course, Las Cruces, N.M. UNLV (276-282-274—832) Hub Goyen ................................................ 68-68-65—201 Darin Osborn ............................................. 68-74-66—208 Warren Schutte . ........................................ 70-69-70—209 Monte Montgomery ................................... 70-71-73—214 Brandon Goethals ..................................... 76-74-75—225

1989 NCAA WEST REgional

El Paso Country Club, El Paso, Texas Arizona (280-278-287—845) 5th UNLV ................................................... 291-288-282—861 T11th Brandon Goethals ..................................... 69-70-75—214 T17th Darin Osborn ............................................. 73-72-71—216 T28th Hub Goyen ................................................ 77-74-66—217 T39th Cameron Martin . ....................................... 72-74-73—219 T50th Bruce Mullen ............................................. 78-72-72—222


Conference Championship History 2002 Mountain West Crosswater Course at Sunriver Resort, Sunriver, Ore. UNLV (288-289-290—867) T2nd JC Deacon.......................................72-72-71—215 5th Ryan Moore.....................................72-73-72—217 T6th Brandon Askew................................73-72-73—218 T13th Clark Corbett....................................71-72-77—220 T26th Brien Davis......................................75-74-74—223 2001 Mountain West Crosswater Course at Sunriver Resort, Sunriver, Ore. BYU (305-294-291—890) 5th UNLV.........................................316-307-290—913 T11th Travis Whisman...............................76-78-73—227 T18th Scott Lander....................................80-75-75—230 T22nd Brien Davis......................................81-80-71—232 T30th Calvin Kupeyan................................86-74-73—233 32nd James Oh........................................79-82-73—234

UNLV captured the inaugural Mountain West title in 2000 by 23 strokes. 2010 Mountain West Omni Tucson National Golf Club, Tucson, Ariz. Colorado State (283-274-277—834; -18) 3rd UNLV..................................290-271-288—849 (-3) 2nd Eddie Olson..............................76-64-67—207 (-6) T5th Derek Ernst...............................70-69-73—212 (-1) T12th Colby Smith............................. 71-70-73—214 (+1) T16th Kevin Penner........................... 73-68-75—216 (+3) T39th Brett Kanda............................ 76-78-77—231 (+18)

2006 Mountain West Crosswater Course at Sunriver Resort, Sunriver, Ore. New Mexico (284-283-298—865; +1) 3rd UNLV............................... 292-289-293—874 (+10) T6th Matt Kinsinger.......................... 70-72-76—218 (+2) T6th Jarred Texter............................ 75-71-72—218 (+2) T12th Andres Gonzales..................... 73-73-73—219 (+3) T20th C.J. Gatto................................. 76-73-74—223 (+7) T25th Seung-su Han.......................... 74-76-74—224 (+8)

2009 Mountain West Omni Tucson National Golf Club, Tucson, Ariz. TCU (276-280-288—844; -8) San Diego State (283-280-281—844; -8) 3rd UNLV..................................289-271-285—845 (-7) 2nd Ji Moon.....................................68-67-73—208 (-5) T13th Derek Ernst.............................. 73-68-73—214 (+1) T13th Eddie Olson............................. 73-65-76—214 (+1) T20th Colby Smith............................. 75-73-68—216 (+3) T24th Brett Kanda.............................. 75-71-71—217 (+4)

2005 Mountain West Crosswater Course at Sunriver Resort, Sunriver, Ore. New Mexico (285-285-286—856; -8) 2nd UNLV..................................294-287-278—859 (-5) T3rd Ryan Moore..............................74-70-69—213 (-3) T5th Ryan Keeney............................73-72-69—214 (-2) T9th Jarred Texter............................ 76-70-72—218 (+2) T12th Andres Gonzales..................... 73-76-70—219 (+3) T12th Travis Whisman....................... 74-75-70—219 (+3)

2008 Mountain West OMNI Tucson National Golf Club, Tucson, Ariz. Colorado State (288-284-278—850; -2) 4th UNLV................................. 281-286-292—859 (+7) 1st Eddie Olson..............................70-69-70—209 (-4) T10th Seung-su Han.......................... 69-73-73—215 (+2) T10th Brett Kanda.............................. 69-71-75—215 (+2) T32nd Matt Kinsinger.......................... 73-75-74—222 (+9) T36th Ji Moon.................................. 73-73-79—225 (+12) 2007 Mountain West OMNI Tucson National Golf Club, Tucson, Ariz. BYU (272-288-286—846; -6) 2nd UNLV..................................275-293-279—847 (-5) T4th Seung-su Han...........................65-71-74—210 (-3) T6th C.J. Gatto.................................. 68-73-70—211 (-2) T9th Brett Kanda................................71-75-67—213 (E) T13th Jarred Texter............................ 73-74-68—215 (+2) 29th Eddie Olson........................... 71-77-75—223 (+10)

2004 Mountain West Crosswater Course at Sunriver Resort, Sunriver, Ore. BYU (292-286-289—867), New Mexico (295-286-289—867) T3rd UNLV.........................................296-290-287—873 1st Ryan Moore.....................................70-69-67—206 T11th Ryan Keeney...................................74-73-74—221 T15 Sam Hunt.........................................76-76-71—223 T20th Travis Whisman...............................76-72-77—225 T30th Andres Gonzales.............................76-80-75—231 2003 Mountain West Crosswater Course at Sunriver Resort, Sunriver, Ore. New Mexico (276-288-291—855) T4th UNLV.........................................287-290-291—868 7th Travis Whisman...............................70-72-73—215 8th Ryan Moore.....................................75-71-71—217 T10th JC Deacon.......................................70-74-74—218 T22nd Brien Davis......................................72-75-75—222 T22nd Ryan Keeney...................................76-73-73—222

2000 mountain West PGA West Nicklaus Course, Palm Desert, Calif. UNLV (280-286-279—845) 1st Michael Kirk.....................................70-70-69—209 T4th Jeremy Anderson.............................70-71-71—212 T4th Scott Lander....................................68-72-72—212 6th Calvin Kupeyan................................72-73-70—215 T8th Robert Sul........................................73-75-69—217 1999 Western Athletic Poppy Hills Golf Course, Pebble Beach, Calif.. BYU (285-290-300—875) 2nd UNLV.........................................292-301-293—886 2nd Michael Kirk.....................................69-75-73—217 T9th Jeremy Anderson.............................73-75-76—224 T9th Charley Hoffman..............................74-72-78—224 T12th Adam Scott......................................76-79-70—225 T38th Chris Berry.......................................78-80-74—232 1998 Western Athletic Poppy Ridge Golf Club, Livermore, Calif. TCU (278-292-277—847) 2nd UNLV.........................................277-288-287—852 2nd Bill Lunde.........................................68-71-68—207 T7th Chris Berry.......................................70-73-71—214 T12th Scott Lander....................................71-71-73—215 T20th Jeremy Anderson.............................68-74-76—218 T27th Charley Hoffman..............................72-73-75—220

Chad Campbell finished in the top five in both of his appearances at the Big West Conference Championship.

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Conference Championship History

Chris Riley won the 1994 Big West Conference Championship and finished in the top five in three of his four conference championships. 1997 Western Athletic Columbia Lakes Country Club, West Columbia, Texas TCU (285-286-280—851) 2nd UNLV.........................................286-287-286—859 3rd Jeremy Anderson.............................70-70-73—213 4th Gilberto Morales..............................73-70-71—214 T11th Ted Oh.............................................70-78-69—217 T15th Bill Lunde.........................................73-73-73—219 T29th Mike Ruiz.........................................73-74-77—224 1996 BIG WEST Fort Ord Bayonet Course, Fort Ord, Calif.. UNLV (280-299-292—871) 2nd Mike Ruiz..........................................68-72-74—214 3rd Chris Riley.......................................71-75-73—219 4th Chad Campbell................................72-76-72—220 6th Ted Oh.............................................69-78-75—222 T11th Chris Berry.......................................77-76-73—226 1995 BIG WEST University Golf Course, Las Cruces, N.M. New Mexico State (277-280-291—848) 2nd UNLV.........................................279-284-289—852 2nd Mike Ruiz.........................................65-70-74—209 T3rd Chad Campbell................................69-69-73—211 T16th Chris Riley.......................................72-72-73—217 18th Gilberto Morales..............................73-73-72—218 22nd Mike Vance......................................74-77-71—222

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1st 3rd 4th T7th 32nd

1993 BIG WEST Spanish Trail Golf Club, Las Vegas, Nev. UNLV (294-300-306—900) Ed Fryatt..........................................76-71-74—221 Eric Schroeder.................................75-73-77—225 Chris Riley.......................................74-76-77—227 Warren Schutte................................69-83-78—230 Matt Todd.........................................77-80-86—243

1st 2nd T4th T25th T30th

1992 BIG WEST Sandpiper Course, Santa Barbara, Calif. UNLV (286-289-280—855) Warren Schutte................................66-73-67—206 Monte Montgomery..........................72-71-69—212 Ed Fryatt..........................................74-71-70—215 Brandon Goethals............................75-74-74—223 Darin Osborn...................................74-79-74—227

1991 BIG WEST Virginia Country Club, Long Beach, Calif. Fresno State (287-289-282—858) 2nd UNLV.........................................291-290-278—859 1st Warren Schutte................................71-67-69—207 T4th Darin Osborn...................................72-74-69—215 T9th Cris Leon.........................................72-74-71—217 T15th Andrew Raitt....................................76-75-69—220 T33rd Monte Montgomery..........................80-76-73—229 1990 BIG WEST Birch Creek Golf Course, Logan, Utah Fresno State (287-279-291—857) 2nd UNLV.........................................296-283-284—863 T4th Monte Montgomery..........................72-73-71—216 T4th Hub Goyen.......................................74-73-69—216 T8th Darin Osborn...................................74-70-73—217 T11th Brandon Goethals............................77-70-71—218 T20th Warren Schutte................................76-70-75—221 1989 BIG WEST Big Canyon Country Club, Newport Beach, Calif. Fresno State (300-306-301—907) 4th UNLV.........................................310-303-310—923 T7th Hub Goyen.......................................80-73-74—227 T12th Bruce Mullen....................................79-74-77—230 T24th Brandon Goethals............................71-78-87—236 T29th Darin Osborn...................................80-78-81—239 T29th Cameron Martin...............................80-81-78—239

1988 BIG WEST Fort Ord Bayonet Course, Fort Ord, Calif. Fresno State (306-308-297—911) 7th UNLV.........................................311-307-318—936 T1st* Kevin Pedigo....................................75-72-78—225 T18th Bruce Mullen....................................78-77-78—233 T18th Bob Elliott.........................................79-76-78—233 41st Tim Grogan......................................79-85-84—248 45th Joey Neff..........................................81-82-88—251 1987 BIG WEST University Golf Course, Las Cruces, N.M. New Mexico State (286-289-278—853) 9th UNLV.........................................297-302-295—894 T21st Bill O'Connor....................................75-74-72—221 T25th John Bandy......................................72-76-75—223 T28th Jeff Bisbee.......................................75-77-72—224 T35th Kevin Pedigo....................................75-75-76—226 T46th Bob Elliott.........................................79-77-77—233 1986 BIG WEST Elkhorn Country Club, Stockton, Calif. Fresno State (287-298-294—879) T7th UNLV.........................................307-311-306—924 T1st* Skip Kendall.....................................74-74-70—218 T21st Steve Fischer...................................73-79-78—230 32nd Jeff Bisbee.......................................79-77-78—234 44th Bruce Mullen....................................81-81-81—243 T48th Joe Neff...........................................86-81-80—247 1985 BIG WEST Tropicana Country Club, Las Vegas, Nev. San Jose State (290-288-283—861) 3rd UNLV.........................................299-292-287—878 4th Jeff Bisbee.......................................74-72-68—214 T7th Skip Kendall.....................................75-69-74—218 T20th Steve Fischer...................................77-76-72—225 T27th Kent Adams.....................................80-75-73—228 T35th Charles Berry...................................73-81-78—232 * - lost in a playoff

1994 BIG WEST Elkhorn Country Club, Stockton, Calif. UNLV (291-275-280—846) Chris Riley.......................................71-67-72—210 Gilberto Morales..............................78-66-68—212 Ed Fryatt..........................................68-72-72—212 Mike Ruiz.........................................76-74-68—218 Eric Schroeder.................................76-70-74—220

The 1991-92 Rebels were the school’s first conference championship team.


The Walker Cup

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ince 1922, the Walker Cup matches have served as the yardstick for measuring international amateur competition. Named after former USGA President George Herbert Walker, the Walker Cup was contested for the 38th time in the summer of 2003. Special about the 2003 Walker Cup was its inclusion of then-UNLV sophomore Ryan Moore. Moore became just the second Rebel ever selected to the prestigious event. The first Rebel to make an appearance at the Walker Cup was Chris Riley, who played on the U.S. team in 1995 at Royal Porthcrawl Golf Club alongside Tiger Woods. Riley and the American team fell for just the fifth time in the series, 14-10.

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NLV continued a growing tradition in 2004 with Ryan Moore’s second selection to the United States Palmer Cup team. Moore became the fourth Rebel golfer to play in the then-eight-year-old tournament, named after the legendary Arnold Palmer. "The Palmer Cup is one of the most prestigious events in college golf, and it says a lot about both Ryan and the UNLV program to be chosen for such an honor," UNLV men's golf head coach Dwaine Knight said. Knight knows first-hand about the opportunity to participate in the event with Palmer Cup credentials of his own. He received one of the highest honors of his career when he was chosen as captain for the United States’ team in the inaugural competition in 1997. "It was a tremendous honor for me personally, and it is a

UNLV’s Walker Cup Roster

The 1995 U.S. Walker Cup team.

Chris Riley 1995

Ryan Moore 2003

The 2003 edition of the Walker Cup matches was played at the Ganton Golf Club in North Yorkshire, England. Moore and the U.S. team were defeated 12.5-11.5 by Great Britain & Ireland.

reflection of the commitment our community has had for the golf program," the 1991 and 1998 National Coach of the Year said. "It is an honor and a privilege to be associated with such an event." Knight wasn’t the lone Rebel at the inaugural event, held at the Palmer-designed Bay Hill Club in Orlando, Fla. Then-senior Ted Oh joined Knight on the U.S. squad that defeated GB&I that year, 19-5. The Americans won all four rounds of the tournament with ease and, with 12 1/2 points needed to win, clinched the championship with a day to play. In 2008, then-UNLV assistant coach Andy Bischel served as the U.S. team's assistant coach. Bischel earned the post after being named the 2007 Jan Strickland Assistant Coach of the Year. The U.S. lost the 2008 event, which was played at Glasgow Golf Club Gailes Links in Scotland.

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The 1997 U.S. Team won the inaugural Palmer Cup and featured two Rebels: Captain Dwaine Knight and Ted Oh.

UNLV’s Palmer Cup Roster

Ted Oh 1997

Jeremy Anderson 1998, 1999

Scott Lander 2001

Ryan Moore 2003, 2004

Capt. Dwaine Knight 1997

Asst. Coach Andy Bischel 2008

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Jeremy Anderson It takes little more than a brief glance at the Rebel golf record book before his name jumps off the page. When Jeremy Anderson left UNLV in 2000, he had etched his name atop the list of Rebel greats with records for low round, low 54-hole tournament, single-season stroke average, and career stroke average. A member of UNLV’s 1998 national championship team, he had claimed all of the coveted accolades in collegiate golf, including back-to-back conference player of the year awards and three All-America selections. He demonstrated equal success in the classroom as a model student, three times being tabbed both academic all-conference and Academic All-American before completing the requirements for his bachelor’s degree in business. He was inducted into the UNLV Athletics Hall of Fame in 2010. This Rebel star played his way onto the PGA Tour in his first year after graduation, earning his way through the rigorous “Q School.” He held his Tour card for one year, earning nearly $100,000 in 2001. He was still active on both the Nationwide (formerly Buy.com) and Gateway Tours before retiring from professional golf in 2010. Still a Las Vegas resident, the Lake Mary, Fla., native spent 2003 playing on the Gateway Tour in Arizona, where he finished 48th on the money list. His best finish on the Nationwide Tour in 2005 was a tie for ninth at the Oregon Classic presented by Kendall Automotive. His best in 2006 was a tie for eighth at the National Mining Association Pete Dye Classic and for the season, Anderson made 11 cuts in 23 starts with two top-10 finishes. In 2007, Anderson finished second in two tournaments, made 11 cuts in 27 starts and recorded six top-10 finishes. In 2008 he played in 25 events. Anderson's best finish on the PGA Tour was a tie for 23rd at the 2001 Michelob Championship. He also a member of the UNLV Athletics Hall of Fame as part of the 1998 national champion squad was inducted in 2008.

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Chad Campbell Arguably the top transfer in UNLV golf history, Chad Campbell came to Las Vegas as a junior-college All-American from Midland College in 1994 and left as one of the most consistent Rebels ever. The big-hitting Texan played every round of every tournament during his two seasons and led the squad with 16 rounds par-or-under in his final campaign. One of two senior leaders in 1995-96 along with Chris Riley, the quiet big man spoke loudly with his clubs for one of the greatest-ever Rebel squads. His 15 career top-20 finishes included helping UNLV charge back from 11 strokes back on the final day of the Golf Digest Collegiate Invitational with Campbell earning medallist honors. That team ultimately finished three strokes behind Arizona State at the 1996 NCAA Championship and posted a then-school-best No. 2 national finish. Campbell, a third-team All-American and a 2006 inductee into the UNLV Athletics Hall of Fame, earned his degree in hotel administration before turning pro. A 13-time winner on the Hooters Tour, he eventually was the leading money winner and tour MVP three times. In 2001, Campbell became only the third player to be promoted from the Buy.com Tour (now known as Nationwide) to the PGA Tour after he won his third event of the season and set the tour record for single-season earnings. Almost overnight, this Texan-turned-Rebel became one of the most feared players on the PGA Tour. He finished the 2002 season with more than $825,000 in earnings and a pair of top-10 showings. After three runner-up finishes the next year, Campbell struck gold with a victory at the 2003 PGA Tour Championship, the final event of the season and a payday worth more than $1 million. He completed his second full year on Tour in 2003, finishing seventh on the money list with almost $4 million in earnings. He has now won four total tournaments - the others: the 2004 Bay Hill Invitational, the 2006 Bob Hope Chrysler Classic and the 2007 Viking Classic. Campbell played for the U.S. in the Ryder Cup for a third time in 2008 and for his career, he has earned more than $19.2 million on the PGA Tour.

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Edward Fryatt When Ed Fryatt returned to his hometown to play for the Rebels, it marked the launch of the program that would go on to untold success. The Las Vegas native and Nevada high school champion originally enrolled at BYU, but quickly transferred to UNLV a year later. While wearing the Scarlet and Gray, he led the Rebels to three straight NCAA Championship appearances, including an unprecedented fourth-place finish in his first year. A three-time All-American, he won the Big West Conference’s 1993 Player of the Year award after capturing the league’s individual championship. He graduated from UNLV in 1994 with a degree in business management. Following his success at UNLV, he was a mainstay in the professional ranks. Fryatt played on the Nationwide Tour (formerly the Nike Tour) in his first year out of school, earning about $25,000. He earned a living there until 2000, when he battled his way up to exempt status in the big league. Fryatt held his tour card for three years, piling up more than $1 million in earnings. His best finish was a tie for third at the 2000 MCI Classic.

Rebels’ All-Time PGA Tour Roster Player............................At UNLV............On Tour........Victories Jeremy Anderson...........1996-00...............2001 Chad Campbell...............1995-96............2001-SA...............4 Ed Fryatt.........................1991-94............ 2000-02 Charley Hoffman............1995-99............2006-SA...............2 Skip Kendall....................1982-86............1993-SA Bill Lunde........................1993-98............2009-SA...............1 Ryan Moore....................2001-05............2006-SA...............1 Ted Oh............................1995-97...............2008 Chris Riley......................1992-96............1999-SA...............1 Adam Scott.....................1998-99............2003-SA...............7

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CHARLEY HOFFMAN Charley Hoffman made his mark at UNLV as a Rebel golfer from 1995-99. A 1998 honorable mention All-American, the Poway, Calif., native, was an integral part of UNLV’s 1998 national championship in Albuquerque, N.M., as he recorded a top-20 finish by turning in a 283 total, which ranks tied for eighth in program history for best 72-hole score. Hoffman turned in a scoring average of 72.51 during that national championship season in 1997-98 and finished his Rebel career with a 73.54 career scoring average. Hoffman graduated from UNLV in 1999 with a bachelor’s degree in business. A rookie on the PGA Tour in 2006, he finished 19th on the 2005 Nationwide Tour money list. He posted eight top-10s, including a tie for second at the BMW Charity Pro-Am at the Cliffs. He won the 2004 Permian Basin Charity Golf Classic on the Nationwide Tour for his first Tour win. Hoffman’s first PGA Tour victory came at the 2007 Bob Hope Chrysler Classic. His best PGA Tour finish in 2005 was a tie for 56th at the Buick Invitational and his best finish in 2006 was a tie for fifth at the Frys.com Open in Las Vegas. He recorded five top-10 finishes in 2006, two in 2007, three in 2008 and four in 2009, including a second-place finish at the FBR Open. In 2010, he won his second PGA Tour title, this time at the Deutsche Bank Championship. So far this season, Hoffman has five top-five finishes and has made 18 cuts in 24 events played. For his career he has earned more than $8.2 million on the PGA Tour. He has made 101 cuts in 150 career PGA Tour events played, including 42 top-25 finishes and 19 top-10s. He is a member of the UNLV Athletics Hall of Fame as the 1998 national champion squad was inducted in 2008.

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Skip Kendall The first true success to develop from the Rebel program, Skip Kendall completed his collegiate career just prior to the arrival of Dwaine Knight. After a solid but relatively unheralded career as a collegian, he graduated in 1987 with a degree in business administration. Kendall capped the 1992 season with a sharp performance at the PGA’s qualifying tournament, carding four straight sub-par rounds and earning his card. The following year, Kendall played in 32 events, and has spent time on both the PGA and Nationwide Tours since. The Milwaukee, Wisc., native finished in the top 125 on the PGA Tour money list in 2004 for the eighth straight season and earned over $1.2 million in 2004 (his career high), surpassing the $1 million mark in earnings for the second straight season. His best finish in 2005 was a tie for 14th at the EDS Byron Nelson Championship and in 2006 his best was a tie for ninth at the Buick Championship. In 2007, he tied for ninth place at the Mayakoba Golf Classic at Riviera Maya-Cancun, and in 2010, his best finish has been a tie for fourth at the Mayakoba. He has finished second in four PGA Tour events during his career and has earned over $7.9 million on the PGA Tour.

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bill lunde Bill Lunde was a Rebel golfer from 1993-98. A 1998 secondteam and 1997 third-team All-American, the San Diego, Calif., native, was a major part of UNLV’s 1998 national championship in Albuquerque, N.M., as he finished tied for 15th with a total of 281, which ranks tied for fifth in program history for best 72-hole score. Lunde averaged 71.83 per round in 1997-98, which ranks tied for 11th all-time for seasonal scoring averages at UNLV. Lunde graduated in 1998 with a bachelor’s degree in economics. A two-time first-team All-Western Athletic Conference player, Lunde placed fifth on the 2008 Nationwide Tour money list and earned his PGA Tour card. He spent his rookie season on the PGA Tour in 2009. In 2008 he earned his first Nationwide Tour victory at the Nationwide Children's Hospital Invitational with chip-in birdie on the final hole for a one-stroke win. He played in 27 events during the 2009 PGA Tour season, recording two top-10 finishes and five in the top 25. His best finishes of the year were a tie for fourth at the Frys.com Open and a tie for sixth at the AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am. He earned over $825,000 during his rookie campaign. With 2010 included, Lunde has now totaled over $1.9 million in earnings on the PGA Tour. This year he has three top-10 finishes, including his first career PGA Tour title with a victory at Turning Stone Resort Championship. For his career, Lunde has played in 58 PGA Tour events, making the cut 28 times. Lunde is a member of the UNLV Athletics Hall of Fame as the 1998 national champion squad was inducted in 2008.

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RYAN MOORE The most heralded player in the UNLV golf program’s history, Ryan Moore experienced unequaled success at the collegiate and amateur levels beginning with the summer of 2004. Moore’s college career, which ran from 2001-05, was unparalleled, both in terms of his senior year accomplishments as well as his sustained performance throughout his career while competing for UNLV. In his senior year alone, he competed in nine college events, winning three times and finishing third in three others. In fact, he never finished lower than sixth place in any of the nine tournaments he played in. Moore also capped his final year with a fifth-place finish at the 2005 NCAA Championship, an event he won in 2004. His 28-round scoring average of 69.29 was tops in the nation and set the UNLV seasonal record. For his college career, he played in 136 rounds and turned in a scoring average of 70.76. He also placed 13th at the 2005 Masters, earning him low amateur honors and a return trip to Augusta in 2006. Moore’s incredible senior season was rewarded with the recognition of winning every major player of the year award that is given out in collegiate golf - the Ben Hogan Award, the Nicklaus Award and the Haskins Award. Moore became just the second UNLV studentathlete to win his respective sport’s national player of the year award - the first was men’s basketball’s Larry Johnson in 1991. Moore also received national attention when he set a new standard in amateur golf in 2004 by winning five major amateur championships, a feat that may never be matched. He captured the U.S. Amateur, the NCAA, the U.S. Amateur Public Links, the Western Amateur and the Sahalee Players Championships to become the first golfer to ever win all five events in the same year. He had the opportunity to turn pro after his junior season, but decided to return to school. The four-time All-American became just the third UNLV golfer in program history to earn first team honors twice (2004 and 2005). He also captured the Golfstat Cup title in 2004-05, which is awarded annually to the college golfer with the lowest yearly scoring average as was the nation’s top-ranked player for the entire season. His 69.29 was the second lowest seasonal scoring average in NCAA history. Moore was also named the Mountain West Conference Golfer of the Year for the second straight season in 2004-05 and made the All-MWC team for the fourth time. He captured UNLV’s Sportsman of the Year award each of his four years at UNLV. Moore recorded four second-place finishes on the PGA Tour (2005 Bell Canadian Open, 2006 Buick Championship, 2007 Memorial and 2008 EDS Byron Nelson Championship) before winning his first PGA Tour event at the 2009 Wyndham Championship. He has earned over $9.1 million during his PGA Tour career.

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Chris Riley Chris Riley left UNLV as perhaps its greatest golfer ever. The skinny kid from California who sported a wide grin from the moment he hit campus in the fall of 1992, ended up turning in a highlight-stuffed career that included various firsts for a Rebel linkster. As the school’s golf program grew in stature during the decade, so did Riley’s game. And consistency was his trademark. Consider that in 1996, he became the first male UNLV athlete ever to be named All-American all four seasons in college. In his career, he placed in the top-20 in 45 of his 59 career college tournaments (76 percent) and was in the top-five an incredible 21 times (36 percent). In fact, of 178 collegiate rounds, Riley carded 84 rounds par-or-under (47 percent). He also finished in the top-10 in six of his 12 career postseason tournaments (50 percent). In May 1996, Riley pulled the double deuce. Boasting a 72.65 career stroke average at UNLV, he captained his final team to a then-school-best second-place finish at the 1996 NCAA Golf Championships in Chattanooga, Tenn. And, maybe most important, Riley capped off his astounding UNLV career by graduating in May of 1996 with a bachelor’s degree in communications. In 2006, he was inducted into the UNLV Athletics Hall of Fame. Riley played on the Buy.com Tour (now known as Nationwide) for one year before earning his Tour card at “Q School” in 1998. He went on to tie for seventh in his first Tour event, the Sony Open in Hawaii, where he won more than $75,000. Riley has maintained his tour card since 1999 and has steadily climbed up the money list. In 2003, he finished 23rd on the money list with just over $2 million in earnings. He recorded his first win in 2002 at the Reno-Tahoe Open and in 2004 he played for the U.S. in the Ryder Cup. His best finish in 2005 was a tie for 18th at the Bob Hope Chrysler Classic and in 2006 his best finish of the season was a tie for fifth at the Valero Texas Open. In 2008, he tied for third at the U.S. Bank Championship in Milwuakee and in 2009, he tied for seventh at the same event. So far in 2010, he has three top-10 finishes, including fourth at the Travelers Championship. For his career, Riley has earned more than $10.9 million on the PGA Tour.

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Adam Scott Although his stint in a Rebel uniform was brief, Adam Scott’s contribution to the program is still significant. Scott spent just a year-and-a-half in the Scarlet and Gray before taking his aim on the professional ranks. But in such a short time, he was able to help the Rebels to an NCAA Championship appearance (and sixth-place finish) during an All-America freshman campaign. Scott came to UNLV in 1998 from Hope Island, Australia, and immediately cracked the Rebel lineup. He continued to hone his game at the collegiate level and ended the season sharply, finishing in the top 20 in five straight events to end the year. His 11th-place effort at the national finals earned him honorable mention All-America honors. He was one of three All-Americans returning to the lineup in 1999 when he decided to forego his collegiate eligibility and turn professional in the middle of the 1999-00 season. He needed just eight starts in 2000 to secure his European Tour card. The next season, he opened the year with his first professional win at the Alfred Dunhill Championship. Scott has won seven PGA Tour events: the Deutsche Bank Championship in 2003, the 2004 Players Championship, the 2004 Booz Allen Classic, the 2006 THE TOUR Championship, the 2007 Shell Houston Open, the 2008 EDS Byron Nelson Championship and the 2010 Valero Texas Open. For his career, Scott has earned more than $21.6 million on the PGA Tour.

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Andres Gonzales

Ed Fryatt

Seung-su Han

Charley Hoffman

Bill Lunde

James Oh

Warren Schutte

Jeremy Anderson

Clark Corbett

Brien Davis

Michael Kirk

Chris Berry

Charley Hoffman

Scott Lander

Bill Lunde

Mike Ruiz

Adam Scott

James Oh

Ted Oh

Andres Gonzales

Travis Whisman

Warren Schutte

Gilberto Morales Jeremy Anderson

Michael Kirk

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THE UNIVERSITY

UNLV CAMPUS FACTS

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ombining the excitement of an urban location with the charm of a traditional campus, the University of Nevada, Las Vegas offers students a full educational and social experience. Just decades old, UNLV has maintained a healthy rate of growth in enrollment, programs and scholastic excellence as part of the eight-component Nevada System of Higher Education. Located in the heart of one of the world’s most vibrant and dynamic cities, UNLV has matured along with the Las Vegas area. With enrollment more than doubling the last decade, the tremendous growth has meant a flurry of construction resulting in a campus setting boasting academic and athletic facilities second to none. Steadily becoming a traditional residential university, UNLV provides on-campus housing for more than 2,000 students. A variety of student clubs and organizations along with 26 Greek organizations supplement the social development of students. From within its 15 schools and colleges, including the new William S. Boyd School of Law, UNLV is also becoming a leading research institution of the West. The school’s scientific, social science, and business programs attract millions of dollars in research grants annually to fund projects in desert biology, nuclear waste transportation, laser physics, public opinion surveys and many others. In addition to traditional student programs, UNLV serves diverse local, national and international communities through its Educational Outreach Division, offering Summer Term, Continuing Education and Distance Education programs enrolling more than 53,000 students annually. With its Performing Arts Center, the campus is the cultural hub of Southern Nevada. World-class orchestras and soloists, dance and theater arts combine to provide a broad selection of concerts and stage productions. The Barrick Lecture Series and several campus organizations bring noted speakers to the University, and local and visiting artists show their works in the Donna Beam Fine Art Gallery. UNLV has excellent athletic facilities as well, many open for student and public use. Opened in 1957 as the southern regional division of the University of Nevada with a total of 28 students, UNLV now is home to more than 29,000 students coming from every county in Nevada, all 50 U.S. states and 88 countries. Much of UNLV’s tremendous expansion is the result of support from the Nevada Legislature and

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Campus founded .......................................... 1957 Campus size...........................................358 acres Total enrollment.......................................... 29,069 Average undergraduate class size.................... 31 Average graduate class size............................. 18 Average undergraduate age.............................. 24 Average graduate age....................................... 33 Female students............................................. 56% Male students................................................. 44% Total employees............................................ 3,178 Faculty with doctorates................................... 89% Faculty with terminal degrees......................... 94% Undergraduate degree programs and certificates....... 108 Graduate/Professional degree programs and certificates..... 138 Total 2009-10 graduates............................... 5,085 Undergraduate per-credit fee................... $156.75 Graduate per-credit fee............................ $239.50

the state’s taxpayers. Private donors have played an important role as well. These gifts support new facilities and programs and, most important, provide the scholarship incentives that bring Nevada’s best and brightest student scholars to campus. UNLV operates an on-campus Center for Business and Economic Research, Center for Economic Education, Harry Reid Center for Environmental Studies (in cooperation with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency), Desert Biology Research Center, Center for Survey Research, Nuclear Waste Transportation Research Center and other research and public-service centers. Offering 108 undergraduate programs and 138 graduate tracts, UNLV graduated a class of more than 5,000 last year. The University operates on a semester system and is a member of the American Association of State Colleges and Universities, the Council of Graduate Schools, the American Council of Education and the Western College Association. All of the University’s academic programs are fully accredited by the Northwest Association of Schools and Colleges, and many programs have received further accreditation from independent national accreditation bodies.


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UNLV PRESIDENT Dr. Neal J. Smatresk

r. Neal J. Smatresk was appointed interim President of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas on Aug. 6, 2009. Since 2007, he had served as Executive Vice President and Provost, where he was responsible for leadership and administration of all academic and research programs, spanning 15 colleges and two professional schools. Dr. Smatresk received his Ph.D. in zoology from the University of Texas at Austin in 1980. Following post-doctoral training at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, he joined the University of Texas, Arlington (UTA) department of biology in 1982. In his 22 years at UTA, he served as Chair of Biology and later Dean of Science, until his appointment as the chief academic officer at the University of Hawaii at Manoa in 2004. During his tenure, the University of Hawaii at Manoa entered the ranks of the top 25 federally funded institutions, gained three National Academy of Science members, and received recognition from the Chinese Ministry of Education as a Confucius Institute, an honor shared by only 11 other U.S. institutions. Dr. Smatresk has received a number of teaching awards, and his research in cardiorespiratory physiology has resulted in over 50 papers and book chapters, and grants from the National Science Foundation and National Institutes of Health. As the chief academic officer of the University of Nevada, Las Vegas, Dr. Smatresk has led the efforts to forge a new strategic plan that commits to improving

educational access and success for its diverse students, to provide ALL-TIME regionally responsive research PRESIDENTS growth for the improvement and William D. Carlson 1957-65 diversification of the Southern Nevada economic base, and to Donald C. Moyer 1965-68 supply critically needed services Roman J. Zorn 1969-74 for this rapidly growing region. Donald Baepler 1974-78 In addition to his teaching Brock Dixon 1978-79 and administrative roles, Smatresk Leonard “Pat� Goodall 1979-84 has devoted considerable effort to kindergarten to doctorate (K-20) Robert C. Maxson 1984-94 science outreach programs and Kenny Guinn (interim) 1994-95 teacher professional development Carol C. Harter 1995-06 and has participated in a number David B. Ashley 2006-09 of consortia focused on science, Neal Smatresk 2009-SA technology, engineering and math (STEM) career development. He has been deeply engaged in community college articulation efforts in Texas, Hawaii and now in Nevada and has worked to expand educational opportunity and access for underserved populations.

STATE BOARD OF REGENTS

Dan Klaich

JAMES DEAN LEAVITT

CEDRIC CREAR

DOROTHY GALLAGHER

Chancellor

Regent, Las Vegas

Chair, Las Vegas

Regent, Elko

JASON GEDDES Vice Chair, Reno

RON KNECHT

Regent, Carson City

andrea anderson Regent, Las Vegas

KEVIN PAGE

Regent, Las Vegas

Mark Alden

Regent, Las Vegas

RAY RAWSON

Regent, Las Vegas

ROBERT BLAKELY Regent, Las Vegas

Jack Schofield Regent, Las Vegas

WILLIAM COBB Regent, Reno

MICHAEL WIXOM Regent, Las Vegas


ATHLETICS DIRECTOR

DIRECTOR OF ATHLETICS JIM LIVENGOOD

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ringing with him a wealth of experience and the reputation as one of the nation’s top administrators, Jim Livengood was introduced as UNLV’s 11th full-time Director of Athletics on Dec. 17, 2009. Livengood wasted no time getting to work, as less than two weeks later he hired Bobby Hauck as the 10th head coach in Rebel football history. Just three months after that it was announced that a new, state-of-the-art basketball practice facility, the Mendenhall Center, would be built, with construction starting later in the year. Livengood came to UNLV following a successful tenure of more than 15 years at the University of Arizona where he oversaw an athletics program that annually competed for championships not only in the Pac-10 Conference but also at a national level, maintained a high academic standard for its student-athletes and continually operated its $43 million budget in the black. His fiscal leadership helped Arizona remain one of the lone black-ink athletics programs among a small handful of institutions that rely exclusively on generated funds and do not receive state-appropriated monies. During his time in Tucson, he served as the Pacific-10 Conference president, chair of the Pac-10 Athletic Directors Revenue Sharing Committee and a member of the conference's Bowl Committee and Basketball Tournament Subcommittee. He also was a member of the Rose Bowl Management Committee, the NCAA Fellows program, NACDA President, and chair of the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Committee, on which he served five years. His work at Arizona and its extension on the national level earned him an Athletic Director of the Year Award from the National Association of Collegiate Directors of Athletics in 2006 for Division I-A.

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Livengood initiated Campaign Arizona, which raised more than $130 million for athletic facility improvements and endowments while the Wildcats maintained a top-25 competitive record in the NACDA Directors' Cup (formerly Sears Cup), including high rankings of sixth in 1993-94, fourth in 1994-95, seventh in 1995-96, sixth in both 1996-97 and 1997-98 and ninth in 2001-02. That record reflects success throughout Arizona's broad-based program, highlighted by participation in the 1994 and 2001 NCAA Men's Final Four and champions of the 1997 NCAA Men's National Basketball Tournament. Arizona also won the 1994, 1996, 1997, 2001, 2006 and 2007 NCAA Women's Softball College World Series titles, the 1996 and 2000 NCAA Women's Golf titles and the 2008 men's and women's NCAA Swimming Championships. UA's student-athlete graduation rate continued to be historically higher than that of the general student body rate during his tenure at UA. Nearly 100 student-athletes earned conference or regional all-academic honors, and 20 percent of UA student-athletes attained honors-level cumulative grade point averages. Livengood is a member of the NCAA Fellows Program to mentor new athletic directors, has served as a member of the NCAA Peer Review Team from 1994-99, the NCAA Gender Equity Task Force, and the Women's Committee on Athletics. He has been a member of the NACDA Preseason Football Games Committee since 2000 and was a member of the NACDA Strategic Planning Committee from 1999-2001. He served as NACDA president in 1998-1999, and in 1999 was named Division I-A Athletic Director of the Year. He is also a member of the Division 1-A Athletic Directors Association, having served as president of that association in 1998. Livengood spent six years as the Athletics Director at Washington State University from 198893 where he developed what is still widely regarded as a model gender-equity program. In addition he laid the groundwork for a student-athlete wellness center that is regarded as one of the finest in the nation. Livengood began his administrative career in 1980 as the Associate Director for Development and Public Relations at Washington State before becoming the Athletics Director at

ALL-TIME ATHLETICS DIRECTORS Michael “Chub” Drakulich Bill Ireland Al Negratti Charles Bucher Brad Rothermel Dennis Finfrock Jim Weaver Fred Albrecht (Interim) Charles Cavagnaro John Robinson Fred Albrecht (Interim) Mike Hamrick Jerry Koloskie (Interim) Jim Livengood

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Southern Illinois, a position he held until returning to Washington State. Born March 28, 1945, in Walla Walla, Wash., he received his bachelor's degree from Brigham Young University in 1968 and completed his fifthyear education requirement for teaching certification at Central Washington University in 1972. He taught and served as an assistant football coach and track coach at Moses Lake High School in Washington in 1968-69, and as head football and basketball coach and counselor at Ephrata High School in Washington from 1972-80 before moving into athletics administration. Jim and his wife, Linda, have two grown children, Michelle, a lawyer in Tucson, and Jeremy, who resides in Phoenix. Both children are University of Arizona graduates. Michelle earned her law degree in May 2000 and Jeremy graduated in December 1999. The Livengoods are the proud grandparents of twin daughters, Emma and Isabella, born to Michelle and husband, Jack Murphy, in March 2009.


ATHLETICS ADMINISTRATION JERRY KOLOSKIE

Deputy Director of Athletics Jerry Koloskie, Deputy Director of Athletics, served as Interim Athletics Director from August 2009 until December of that year, when Jim Livengood was named Director of Athletics. Prior to that, Koloskie spent 13 years as Senior Associate Athletics Director at UNLV. A member of the athletics department for the past 29 years, Koloskie is directly responsible for overseeing all internal functions of the athletics department and serves as the sport administrator for men’s basketball, along with the athletic training and athletic equipment areas. He earned his master’s degree in physical education from Iowa State University in 1981 and moved to UNLV in 1982 to become Co-Head Athletic Trainer. In 1983 he became Head Athletic Trainer for all intercollegiate athletic teams at UNLV until moving into administration in 1997. He and his wife, Annette, have three children: sons John and Jim, and a daughter, Megan, as well as a granddaughter, Kaydence.

D.J. ALLEN

Senior Associate Athletics Director for External Affairs D.J. Allen is in his first year as Senior Associate Athletics Director for External Affairs for UNLV Athletics, though he has been involved with the men’s basketball program in various marketing capacities for the past five seasons. Allen currently oversees the department’s marketing, communications, community outreach and ticketing efforts. A native of Southern Nevada and lifelong UNLV Rebel fan, Allen previously ran Imagine Marketing - an advertising, public relations and strategic business planning firm, that he founded in 2000. The firm was named the Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce’s Small Business of the Year in 2009. He is also a co-author (along with UNLV head coach Lon Kruger) of the book, “The Xs & Os of Success: A Playbook for Leaders in Business and Life,” which was published in 2008. Allen, who has been recognized in Nevada for his community service and business achievements, graduated from UNLV in 1996 with a communications degree and later earned his master’s of business administration from UNLV in 2002. He and his wife, Stacey (who also earned two degrees from UNLV), have two children: Bailey, 9, and Daniel, 7.

TERRY COTTLE

Senior Associate Athletics Director for Administration Terry Cottle is in his 27th year in the UNLV Athletics Department. He spent 10 years as Associate Athletics Director and now is Senior Associate Athletics Director for Administration. Cottle serves as the day-to-day administrator for the UNLV football program and also oversees the tennis and track & field/cross country teams. A former Rebel football recruiting coordinator and assistant coach, Cottle spent 10 years on the football coaching staff before moving into an administrative capacity in 1994. A four-year starter at quarterback at St. Mary’s College in Moraga, Calif., Cottle earned his bachelor’s degree in physical education in 1980 before receiving his master’s degree in education from UNLV in 1985. Cottle and his wife, Catherine, have four children: Jessica, Ashley, Carly and Jason.

JULIO FREIRE

Senior Associate Athletics Director for Development Julio Freire is in his first year with UNLV Athletics serving as Senior Associate Athletics Director for Development, where he oversees the Rebel Athletic Fund. He also serves as the sport administrator for the men’s golf program, one of the top programs in the nation. Prior to UNLV, Freire served as Associate Athletics Director for Development at the University of Arizona, where he worked for three years. He has also served as the Associate Director of Athletics at Tennessee Tech University where he played a key role in the department’s strategic planning and fundraising efforts. Before that, he served as Associate Athletics Director for Operations at Ohio University. A native of Tucson, Ariz., Freire earned his bachelor’s degree in education in 1990 from Arizona State University, where he was a member of the Sun Devil cross country and track and field teams. He also holds master’s degrees in counseling and education administration. Before entering college athletics, he was a counselor, teacher, coach, and assistant principal (in charge of athletics at the high school level) before serving as a middle school principal. Julio and his wife, Cherie, have two children - Christopher, 8, and Gabriella, 6.

LISA KELLEHER

Senior Associate Athletics Director Senior Woman Administrator Lisa Kelleher is in her 19th season as UNLV’s Senior Woman Administrator and was recently promoted to Senior Associate Athletics Director. In her new position, Kelleher oversees management of operations and facilities for the department and provides administrative oversight for the day-to-day operations of women’s basketball, women’s golf, and men’s and women’s soccer. She also ensures Title IX compliance for the 10 women’s sports programs and oversees department diversity initiatives. In addition, Kelleher is a member of the UNLV Athletics Hall of Fame committee, serves on the NCAA Division I Women’s Golf Committee, a two-year term, and as the MWC administrative liaison to women’s golf, a four-year term. A 1979 graduate of Miami (Ohio) University, Kelleher earned her master’s degree from the University of Arizona in 1980. Kelleher, a doctoral candidate in the UNLV Higher Education Leadership program, will defend her dissertation and graduate December, 2010. Kelleher and her husband, Peter, have four daughters: Molly, married to Jeremy Dutton, Bridget, Megan and Tara.

ERIC TOLIVER

Senior Associate Athletics Director for Compliance Eric Toliver is in his 19th year at UNLV and serves as a Senior Associate Athletics Director. Toliver began his career at UNLV as an academic advisor in the Student Development Center before becoming the head athletic academic advisor for football and basketball through 1997. In 1998, Toliver was appointed Compliance Coordinator and become Associate Athletics Director in 2000. A 1992 graduate of Western State College (Co.), Toliver’s responsibilities include overseeing all aspects of NCAA Compliance issues and conducting internal and external investigations to ensure that UNLV’s 17 Division I sports, staff and coaches remain in compliance with NCAA regulations. Toliver, who is also an appointed member of the NCAA Division I Amateurism FactFinding Committee, and has served on the NCAA Division I Awards, Benefits, Expenses and Financial Aid Cabinet, is also responsible for the supervision of human resources and the department’s computer support services unit. In addition, Toliver has oversight of the baseball, softball, co-ed cheer and Rebel Girls program. Toliver also supervises the Student-Athlete Academic Advising unit and the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee. He is responsible for adjudicating all student-athlete conduct and discipline related matters and serves as the chair of the institution’s Compliance Committee.

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ATHLETIC PROGRAMS

AMY BUSH

Women’s Golf 1st Season

TIM CHAMBERS Baseball 1st Season

Kevin Cory

Women’s Tennis 12th Season/184-84

Owen Hambrook Men’s Tennis 8th Season/91-74

BOBBY HAUCK Football 1st Season

CUMULATIVE 2009-10 RECORDS OF UNLV INTERCOLLEGIATE TEAMS

Allison Keeley Volleyball 7th Season/98-76

Dwaine Knight

SPORT Baseball Men’s Basketball Women’s Basketball Cross Country Football Men’s Golf Women’s Golf Men’s Soccer Women’s Soccer Softball Men’s Swimming Women’s Swimming Men’s Tennis Women’s Tennis Indoor Track Outdoor Track Volleyball

OVERALL RECORD 29-29 25-9 13-18 NA/Reg. 5-7 NA/21st^ NA/Reg. 8-7-4 5-9-5 33-20 6-3/T21st^ 3-5 13-12 22-5 NA NA/Reg. 8-19

^Indicates finish at NCAA Championships *Indicates finish at MWC Championships

CONF. RECORD 11-13/5th 11-5/3rd 6-10/7th NA/9th* 3-5/6th NA/3rd* NA/4th* 1-4-2/6th 1-5-1/7th 10-5/3rd 4-1/1st* 3-9/4th* 2-4/6th 7-1/2nd NA/9th* NA/5th* 5-11/7th

HEAD COACH Buddy Gouldsmith Lon Kruger Kathy Olivier Yvonne Scott Mike Sanford Dwaine Knight Missy Ringler Mario Sanchez Katherine Mertz Pete Manarino Jim Reitz Jim Reitz Owen Hambrook Kevin Cory Yvonne Scott Yvonne Scott Allison Keeley

Softball 3rd Season/64-41

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Women’s Soccer 1st Season

Lon Kruger

Men’s Golf 24th Season

pete manarino

JENNIFER KLEIN

Men’s Basketball 7th Season/137-62

Kathy Olivier

Women’s Basketball 3rd Season/27-36

Jim Reitz

Men’s & Women’s Swimming 31st Season

RICH RYERSON Men’s Soccer 1st Season

YVONNE SCOTT

Track & Field/Cross Country 4rd Season


HALL OF FAME

SEVEN INDIVIDUALS, TWO TEAMS ELECTED TO UNLV HALL OF FAME

Anderson

Barber

Crandall

Garritano

HONOREE Jeremy Anderson Greg Anthony Rene Arceneaux* Dr. Thomas Armour Stacey Augmon Dr. Donald Baepler Freddie Banks Daniel Barber Roger Barnson* Ernie Becker Sr. Rex Bell Tim Blenkiron Bob Blum Dr. James Callaway Dr. Kathie Calloway Chad Campbell Glenn Carano Jack Cason Bob Cline Dr. David Cohen Julie Crandall Randall Cunningham Fred Dallimore Michael “Chub” Drakulich Dr. Larry Easley* Sally Fleisher Bob Florence Ralph Garcia Nick Garritano Armen Gilliam Glen Gondrezick Sidney Green Lori Harrigan Mike “Cowboy” Haverty Nate Hawkins Dr. Gerald Higgins

Six different Rebel sports were represented during ceremonies, as the seven-person, two-team class was inducted into the UNLV Athletics Hall of Fame as the Class of 2010 on Oct. 1. Five former Rebel standout players, one head coach and a distinguished contributor joined two record-setting teams in being inducted. Born in 1987, UNLV’s Athletics Hall of Fame has now grown to 105 members strong. Under the hall’s bylaws, former student-athletes must have completed their eligibility at least 10 years earlier to be selected. Coaches and administrators must have stopped working at the University five years previous. All classes now enter on a biennial basis. JEREMY ANDERSON (1996-2000) was prolific performer on the golf course and in the classroom and is the only athlete in school history to be a three-time All-American and three-time academic AllAmerican. A member of head coach Dwaine Knight’s 1998 National Championship squad, Anderson had the unusual honor of being voted player of the year in two different conferences (1999 Western Athletic and 2000 Mountain West). A first team All-American in 1999 and 2000, he was also a second team choice in 1998 as he posted three finishes in the top 30 at NCAA Championships. DANIEL BARBER (1989-92) is one of only two All-Americans in Rebel soccer history, as he was a Freshman All-American in 1989 and then a third team selection two seasons later. UNLV’s all-time assists leader with 26, Barber was first team all-conference and all-region in 1991 and first team all-league again in ‘92. JULIE CRANDALL (1995-98) is regarded as the best catcher in UNLV’s storied softball history and is one of five Rebels to be a multipleseason All-American as she was voted third team in both 1995 and ‘98. A three-time first team all-conference honoree, Crandall started behind the plate as a freshman for the best team in school history, helping the 1995 Rebels to a tie for third place at the Women’s College World Series. NICK GARRITANO (1991-94) was arguably the nation’s top place-kicker as a senior and he left as UNLV’s second-leading scorer in history with 240 points (four points behind running back Mike Thomas). Leading the Rebels in scoring three of his four seasons, Garritano was a 1994 semifinalist for the Lou Groza Award after leading all of college football in 50-yard field goals made, nailing five of seven attempts from 50-59 yards. RYAN LUDWICK (1997-99) played three seasons at UNLV before becoming the fourth-highest draft pick in program history (60th overall in 1999). The Durango High School product finished his college career ranked CLASSIFICATION Athlete/Men’s Golf Athlete/Basketball Distinguished Contributor Staff Athlete/Basketball Administration Athlete/Basketball Athlete/Men’s Soccer Administration/Coach Distinguished Contributor Distinguished Contributor Athlete/Tennis Distinguished Contributor Distinguished Contributor Athlete/Basketball Athlete/Golf Athlete/Football Distinguished Contributor Distinguished Contributor Athlete/Soccer Athlete/Softball Athlete/Football Coach/Baseball Administration/Coach Coach/Men’s Tennis Athlete/Swimming Athlete/Basketball Athlete/Baseball Athlete/Football Athlete/Basketball Athlete/Basketball Athlete/Basketball Athlete/Softball Athlete/Football Athlete/Football Distinguished Contributor

CLASS 2010 2002 1994 1987 2002 1994 2004 2010 1987 1988 1998 2008 2000 2008 1994 2006 1989 1994 1989 1994 2010 1997 2004 1987 2010 2000 1987 1989 2010 1998 1987 1994 2002 1988 1987 2002

HONOREE Christina Hixson Trena Hull Joe Ingersoll Bill Ireland Larry Johnson Pauline Jordan Sam King Tony Knap Joe Kristosik Todd Liebenstein Ryan Ludwick Don Lyons Alice Mason Keenan McCardell Al McDaniels Bob Mendenhall Elburt Miller Aaron Mitchell Ken Mitchell Bill “Wildcat” Morris Michael Morton Cyndi Parus Dave Pearl Dr. Wayne Pearson Roger Pettersson Bart Pippenger Art Plunkett Herb Pryor Marilyn Redd* Chris Riley Jackie Robinson Kim Rondina Brad Rothermel Tommy Rowland Robbie Ryerson

ninth in batting average (.363) and still ranks fourth at the school with 43 homeruns. The 1997 First Team Freshman All-American was a two-time preseason All-American and postseason all-conference honoree. The 1994 UNLV FOOTBALL TEAM is one of two in school history to win a conference championship and head coach Jeff Horton’s squad did it in style with a stunning 32-27 upset of arch-rival Nevada, Reno at Sam Boyd Stadium. The Rebels, who at 5-1 shared the league title with UNR and Louisiana-Lafayette, earned the Big West’s lone postseason bid via tie-breaker and went on to rout Central Michigan 52-24 in Las Vegas Bowl III to finish with an overall record of 7-5 and post the program’s most wins in 10 years. The 1985 UNLV MEN’S SOCCER TEAM was the winningest group in program history, setting multiple school records, including most wins and fewest losses as head coach Barry Barto’s squad finished 18-2-2. The Rebels, who also reeled off a record 18-game unbeaten streak during the campaign, finished the season ranked fourth in the nation by Soccer America after rising as high as second that fall. HEAD COACH DR. LARRY EASLEY (Deceased) (1992-03) coached the UNLV men’s tennis team longer than anyone in history, was named conference coach of the year three times and was also twice named Intercollegiate Tennis Association Regional Coach of the Year in 1998 and 2001. His all-time record of 141-120 included leading UNLV to three Big West Conference championships. Easley produced four of UNLV’s five all-time men’s All-Americans, including two individual national champions when Luke Smith won the NCAA singles championship and then teamed with Tim Blenkiron to capture the NCAA doubles title in 1997. DISTINGUISHED CONTRIBUTOR BOB MENDENHALL is the owner and chief executive officer of the Las Vegas Paving Corporation. A longtime supporter of the UNLV program, Mendenhall most recently became a major part of a group that is building and donating a new multi-million dollar practice facility for the Runnin’ Rebels.

CLASSIFICATION Distinguished Contributor Athlete/Track & Field Athlete/Football Administration/Coach Athlete/Basketball Athlete/Basketball Athlete/Football Coach/Football Athlete/Football Athlete/Football Athlete/Baseball Athlete/Basketball Track& Field Administration/Coach Athlete/Football Coach/Track & Field Distinguished Contributor Athlete/Basketball Athlete/Football Athlete/Football Distinguished Contributor Athlete/Football Athlete/Softball Administration Administration Athlete/Tennis Athlete/Swimming Athlete/Football Athlete/Baseball Distinguished Contributor Athlete/Golf Athlete/Basketball Athlete/Softball Administration Athlete/Football Athlete/Soccer

1994 Football CLASS 1997 2000 1987 1987 2002 2000 1994 1989 2008 1994 2010 1987 1987 2004 2008 2010 1987 1989 1989 1987 1994 2006 1994 1994 2006 2000 1994 1988 1997 2006 1994 2008 1998 1994 1998

Ludwick

Easley

Mendenhall

1985 Men’s Soccer

HONOREE CLASSIFICATION Warren Schutte Athlete/Golf Luke Smith Athlete/Tennis Robert Smith Athlete/Basketball Ricky Sobers Athlete/Basketball Raymond Strong Athlete/Football Jerry Tarkanian Administration/Coach Sheila Tarr Athlete/Track & Field Reggie Theus Athlete/Basketball Mike Thomas Athlete/Football Misty Thomas Athlete/Basketball Lisa Thompson Athlete/Track & Field R.E. “Doc” Tobler Team Doctor/Trainer Marianne Vallin Athlete/Tennis Scott Warner Athlete/Men’s Tennis Tom Wiesner Distinguished Contributor Matt Williams Athlete/Baseball Trevaia Williams Athlete/Track & Field Mel Wolzinger Distinguished Contributor Elbert “Ickey” Woods Athlete/Football *posthumous TEAMS 1958-59 Men’s Basketball Squad 1967-68 Men’s Basketball Squad 1968 Football Squad 1974 Football Squad 1976-77 Men’s Basketball Squad 1979 Football Squad 1980 Baseball Squad 1985 Men’s Soccer Squad 1986-87 Men’s Basketball Squad 1989-90 Men’s Basketball Squad 1989-90 Women’s Basketball Squad 1990-91 Men’s Basketball Squad 1994 Football Squad 1995 Softball Squad 1998 Men’s Golf Squad

CLASS 2004 2008 1987 1987 1989 1998 1997 1989 1989 1997 2000 1989 2008 1998 1994 1997 2006 2006 1998 1989 1989 1987 1988 1987 1994 1994 2010 1998 2000 2006 2002 2010 2008 2008

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UNLV FACILITIES

THOMAS & MACK CENTER

One of the premier on-campus athletic and entertainment facilities in the nation, the 18,500-seat Thomas & Mack Center is primarily home to the world-famous UNLV Runnin’ Rebel Basketball team. The venue, which underwent a multimillion dollar renovation in 1999 that included a new exterior look, hosted the 2007 NBA All-Star Weekend.

FRANK AND VICKI FERTITTA TENNIS COMPLEX

With seating for up to 2,000 fans, the Frank and Vicki Fertitta Tennis Complex is unquestionably one of the nation’s finest and most complete collegiate tennis facilities. Opened in 1992, the complex recently underwent a $2 million upgrade.

JIM ROGERS FIELD AT ELLER MEDIA STADIUM Thanks to donations from Eller Media, Jim Rogers, Jerry and Sue Lykins, other UNLV Athletics donors, and the UNLV Foundation, the Rebel softball team began play at Eller Media Stadium in the spring of 2002. The newest facility on campus was completed in November 2001 at a cost of $2.7 million and provides accommodations for 770 fans.

BUCHANAN NATATORIUM

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The home of the UNLV swimming and diving team boasts a 50-meter indoor pool with a 25-yard deepend course for racing. The facility, which features spectator seating for 1,200, has hosted several national and regional meets.

PETER JOHANN MEMORIAL FIELD

The UNLV soccer program boasts one of the top facilities on the West Coast in the 2,500-seat Peter Johann Memorial Soccer Field, which was dedicated in 1983.


UNLV FACILITIES

SAM BOYD STADIUM

Complete with 36,800 seats for sporting events, versatile Sam Boyd Stadium is not only the home of Rebel Football, but also houses major concert events. It is also the site of the annual MAACO Bowl Las Vegas clash as well as having served as home to the XFL’s Las Vegas Outlaws and the CFL’s Las Vegas Posse.

SHEILA TARR SMITH FIELD AT MYRON PARTRIDGE STADIUM

Named after two greats in Southern Nevada track and field, the Myron Partridge Stadium and Sheila Tarr Smith field is one of the top collegiate track and field facilities in the country. Nine 48-inch lines circle the track, complete with a steeplechase bar and pit, two pole vault pits, two high jump areas, two long jump/triple jump lanes, two shot put slabs, ample room for hammer and javelin events and seating for up to 1,000 spectators.

ROGER BARNSON FIELD AT EARL E. WILSON STADIUM

Dedicated in 1994, the $1.5 million, 3,000seat Wilson Stadium gives the Hustlin’ Rebel baseball program one of the finest homes in college baseball.

COX PAVILION

With its grand opening in 2001, the Cox Pavilion became the perfect complement to the Thomas & Mack Center. A multipurpose state-of-the-art venue with seating for up to 3,000 fans, it serves as the home for the Rebel volleyball and women’s basketball teams and offers a practice location for all of UNLV’s court sports. 119 119


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LIED ATHLETIC COMPLEX

Opened in 1996, the $8.5 million Lied Athletic Complex remains one of the nation’s premier on-campus sports facilities. The Lied, honored with Athletic Management magazine’s 1997 Award of Excellence, was exclusively funded by private donations beginning with a cornerstone gift of $4 million from the Lied Foundation Trust, through its trustee Ms. Christina Hixson, in 1993. A generous $1.5 million gift from Si and Marilyn Redd provided the Lied with a state-of-the-art sports medicine center for preventative and rehabilitative care. This 8,500-square-foot center includes a doctor’s office and examination room, a taping room, an aquatic therapy room, two additional therapy and rehabilitation areas and a self-contained drug-testing facility.

The Ernie Becker Sr. Strength and Conditioning Center features 8,500 square feet of main floor containing Olympic platforms, free weights, power racks and more than 60 weight stations. Additionally, a 1,200-square-foot balcony offers areas for plyometrics, stretching and aerobics. The Lied’s 10,000-square-foot equipment center provides studentathlete support service featuring laundry, equipment and storage. The Conrad Hilton Foundation provided funding for the Barron Hilton Auditorium located inside the Lied Athletic Complex. This 328-seat auditorium provides student-athletes with study hall facilities including individual meeting rooms for tutorial support and team meetings. Designed with all Rebel sports in mind, the Lied Athletic Complex offers every student-athlete the best possible environment to pursue their athletic and academic dreams.

THE HONORARY LETTERMEN’S WALL

The Lettermen’s Wall stands as a permanent tribute to those men and women of vision who, through their generosity, have enhanced the lives and experiences of UNLV student-athletes through their contributions to the construction of the Lied Athletic Complex. The wall transforms a male and female UNLV student-athlete into beautiful etched images on polished crystal plaques.

HONORARY LETTERMEN

Don Ackerman • Ernie Becker, Sr. • William S. Boyd • Sharyn & Jay Brown • James Cashman, Jr. • Frank & Vicki Fertitta • Michael Gaughan • Herman T. Kishner Memorial • Jerry M. & Sue Lykins • Charles L. Ruthe • Richard Tam • Tom Wiesner • Hazel & Earl Wilson • Ruth & Mel Wolzinger

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REBEL RUNDOWN

men’s swimming

Women’s Golf

6 Conference championships 2 Regular season championship 20 All-Americans, 41 times 11 Conference MVPs 8 Conference Coaches of the Year

3 NCAA finals appearance 7 NCAA regional appearances 1 NCAA individual appearance 3 Conference championships 3 All-Americans, 5 times 3 Conference MVPs 3 Conference Freshmen of the Year 2 Conference Coaches of the Year

Football 2 Conference championships 3 Bowl game victories 9 All-Americans, 13 times 9 Conference MVPs 1 Conference Student-Athlete of Year 3 Conference Coaches of the Year 4 Conference Freshmen of the Year 2 Freshman All-Americans

Men’s Golf

Men’s Basketball 1 NCAA team championship 4 Final Four appearances 17 NCAA tournament appearances 14 Conference championships 11 League tournament titles 18 All-Americans, 26 times 1 John Wooden Award Winner 12 NBA first round draft picks

Women’s Basketball 8 NCAA tournament appearances 1 WNIT runner-up finish 4 Conference championships 5 League tournament titles 9 All-Americans, 14 times 1 National Freshman of the Year 5 Conference MVPs 2 Conference Freshmen of the Year

Baseball 10 NCAA Regional appearances 10 Conference championships 17 All-Americans, 20 times 4 Conference MVPs 1 Conference Coach of the Year

Women’s Swimming 4 Conference titles 7 All-Americans, 16 times 15 Conference MVPs 4 Conference Coaches of the Year

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1 NCAA team championship 2 NCAA individual champions 21 Consecutive NCAA berths 6 Conference championships 4 NCAA West Regional titles 6 Conference individual titles 21 All-Americans, 39 times 3 NCAA Regional medalists 2 National Coach of the Year Awards 1 Ben Hogan Award Winner 1 Jack Nicklaus Award Winner 1 Fred Haskins Award Winner 1 Golfstat Award Winner 1 National Freshman of the Year 10 Conference MVPs 2 Conference Freshmen of the Year

Men’s Soccer 5 NCAA tournament appearances 4 Conference championships 1 League tournament title 2 All-Americans, 3 times 5 Conference MVPs 2 Conference Coach of the Year 1 Freshman of the Year

Softball 9 NCAA tournament appearances 3 College World Series berths 1 Conference title 12 All-Americans, 20 times 1 Olympic Gold Medallist, 3 times 2 Conference Coaches of the Year, 5 times 4 Conference MVPs, 5 times 2 Conference Pitchers of the Year 1 Conference Freshman of the Year

Women’s Soccer 3 NCAA Tournament appearances 2 Conference title 3 Conference MVPs 2 League tournament titles 2 Conference Coaches of the Year

2009-10 HONOR ROLL PLAYER Derek Ernst Kier Maitland Andrew Morrell Steven Nelms Cody Roberts David Seiler Mehdi Bouras Derek Ernst Nick Marshall Kristina Nedeltcheva Mark Roberts Tre’Von Willis

ALL-AMERICANS (6)

SPORT Men’s Golf Men’s Swimming Men’s Swimming Men’s Swimming Men’s Swimming Men’s Swimming

HONOR/EVENT ORG. 3rd Team Ping HM/1,650 fly NCAA Relays NCAA Relays NCAA HM/100 fly/Relays NCAA Relays NCAA

ALL-REGION/DISTRICT (6) Men’s Tennis Men’s Golf Men’s Soccer Women’s Tennis Women’s Tennis Men’s Basketball

Player to Watch West Far West Senior of the Year Assistant Coach VIII

ITA GCAA/Ping NSCAA ITA ITA USBWA

CONFERENCE PLAYERS OF THE YEAR (2)

Derek Ernst Kier Maitland

Men’s Golf Men’s Swimming

MWC MWC

Volleyball 1 NCAA tournament appearance 1 Conference tournament title 2 Conference Freshman of the Year 2 Conference Coaches of the Year

Men’s Tennis 2 NCAA individual champions 3 Collegiate Grand Slam titles 7 NCAA tournament appearances 4 Conference tournament championships 5 All-Americans, 9 times 6 Conference MVPs 3 Conference Coaches of the Year 2 Conference Freshmen of the Year

Women’s Tennis 8 NCAA tournament appearances 3 Conference tournament championships 2 Regular season championships 3 All-Americans, 5 times 1 National Rookie of the Year 8 Conference MVPs 1 Conference Student-Athlete of Year 3 Conference Freshmen of the Year 2 Conference Coaches of the Year

Track & Field 2 NCAA individual champions 5 Conference outdoor titles 1 Conference indoor title 44 All-Americans, 83 times 1 U.S. Olympic Head Coach


NOTABLE REBELS

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