Welcome to NNJGA
Welcome juniors and parents to the Northern Nevada Junior Golf Association.
Welcome to the Northern Nevada JR. Golf Association, the leading junior golf program since 1978. We are a 501c(3) Non-Profit Organization that prides ourselves on being the longest-running non-profit in the area, dedicated to nurturing young golfers. The NNJGA’s mission is to provide junior golfers in Northern Nevada with the opportunity to experience competitive golf but also the importance of friendships and the core values that help shape future leaders in the community. We believe in self-reliance and accepting responsibility for one's actions through competition.
Our level 3 program focus is on golfers who have learned the fundamentals of the game, etiquette, and knowledge of the Rules of Golf. We provide an opportunity for them to test their abilities against other juniors in Northern Nevada and at team events on the west coast.
Level 1-2 is more for the first time tournament player that would like to hone their skills. We are going to play a points system style of golf for that level. Many of our former juniors have attained college scholarships, had or have successful careers in golf, and are business leaders in the community.
Join us in providing young athletes the opportunity to develop their skills on the course, while gaining invaluable life lessons that will last a lifetime. CORE VALUES: Honesty, Integrity, Sportsmanship, Respect, Fun & Friendship, and Stewardship.
Our Team
Pam Whalen, Co-Founder
Danielle Fleiner, Executive Director and Tournament Director
Danielle was born and raised in Sparks, NV and has been involved in the golf community all her life. From player to coach, she has enjoyed sharing her passion for sports and helping grow the game of golf in the community. Danielle has enjoyed working with NNJGA for over 10 years. She is looking forward to growing the NNJGA program and working with all the players and families to continue creating opportunities for our youth to have fun and be successful.
Danielle was born and raised in Sparks, NV and has been involved in the golf community all her life. From player to coach, she has enjoyed sharing her passion for sports and helping grow the game of golf in the community. Danielle has enjoyed working with NNJGA for over 10 years. She is looking forward to growing the NNJGA program and working with all the players and families to continue creating opportunities for our youth to have fun and be successful.
Laura Ferrera, President
Laura has been apart of the NNJGA program as a player, GJAC team player and Captain, Mary Cave Captain to many other roles that are needed to help the youth, the game of golf and the programs success for over 34 years.
Laura has been apart of the NNJGA program as a player, GJAC team player and Captain, Mary Cave Captain to many other roles that are needed to help the youth, the game of golf and the programs success for over 34 years.
Pam and John Whalen started the NNJGA over 42 years ago and Pam has enjoyed running the NNJGA and watching the juniors grow up to become leaders in their community. She has seen former players children in the NNJGA program as it continues to grow each year. She finds her job as a Golf Administrator the most fulfilling job she could ever had and has enjoyed 40 plus years running events for all golfers.
Pam and John Whalen started the NNJGA over 42 years ago and Pam has enjoyed running the NNJGA and watching the juniors grow up to become leaders in their community. She has seen former players children in the NNJGA program as it continues to grow each year. She finds her job as a Golf Administrator the most fulfilling job she could ever had and has enjoyed 40 plus years running events for all golfers.
Board Members:Emily Dempsey, TreasurerJordan Glover, Rules ChairmanDaniel Timmons, Social Media
Jr. Championship Team CaptainsNancy Sullivan, Girls Jr. America's Cup Captain
Daniel Timmons, Boys Jr. America's Cup & Hogan Cup Captain
JD Frisby and Danielle Fleiner, No. NV Jr. Ryder Cup Captains
Daniel Timmons, Boys Jr. America's Cup & Hogan Cup Captain
JD Frisby and Danielle Fleiner, No. NV Jr. Ryder Cup Captains
Veronica Crew, Secretary and Social Media
J.P. Menante, Vice-President and Fundraising