b'Golfs State-of-Industry *More people are playing more golf in more waysNotable takeaways:than any time in history. Overall, todays golf economy is broader, more inclusive, and more More than 8 million women and girls now playingresilient than at any time in the modern era,on course, an all-time high, and a 46% increasesupported by a multi-channel ecosystem thatcompared to 2019 (pre-COVID)introduces millions to the game while reinforcing the central role of the golf course as the industrys Record levels of diversity across golfsfront door. participation base, with unprecedented on-courserepresentation among females (28%) and peopleThere is renewed appreciation for the holisticof color (26%)benefits of the green-grass gameone of the Roughly two-thirds of green-grass beginnersultimate wellness activitiescombining exercise,enter the game with off-course experiencestress relief, challenge, self-improvement and community in a uniquely accessible outdoor setting.*Excerpted from National Golf Foundations Scan QR code to Total golf participation (on-course and off-course,(NGF) 2025 research and published report read full article.using a real club and ball with a full swing) climbed(NGF Short Game: Golfs State-of-Industryto an all-time high, fueled by both traditional playIn 3 Minutes, dated February 2, 2026).and the continued expansion of technology-enabled ranges, simulators and entertainment venues. These off-course formats are proving to be powerful entry points that complement, rather than replace, the green-grass game. The timing of this amazing project simply could not be better for the game of golf and the greater Omaha community. We are beyond excited to expand our capacity to serve youth and veterans and bring the game to diverse populations that may not have previously had the opportunity to play.David Honnens, PGAExecutive Director/CEONebraska Section PGAAward-winning PGA SectionThe Nebraska Section PGA is comprised of over 340 PGA Members and Associates across Nebraska and parts of Iowa and South Dakota who are dedicated to promoting the enjoyment and growth of the game of golf for 100 years. The PGA of America named the Nebraska Section PGA as the recipient of the 2020 Herb Graffis Award. The award is given to a PGA of America Section that exemplifies dedication to growing the game of golf and extending player development programming throughout their community.Contact:David Honnens, PGA|402.489.7760|dhonnens@pgahq.com|nebraskapga.comThe PGA REACH Nebraska Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization committed to positively impacting lives through the game of golf.'