Dorothy Schwartzkopf

In 1972, was instrumental in changing the organization of women’s golf in Nebraska. With the help of others, drafted a new constitution and standing rules which were adopted.

The result: The Nebraska Women’s Amateur Golf Association grew from 135 individuals representing 11 clubs to a current membership of 3,000 members from 81 clubs. NWAGA now conducts seven annual events, compared to one prior to 1972.

Served five years as NWAGA executive secretary, two years as vice-president and one as president.

Four-time Nebraska Women’s Match Play champion and the runner-up on four other occasions. First Nebraska Women’s Stroke Play champion in 1975 at age 56 and the Nebraska Women’s Senior champion in 1987. The only woman golfer to have won all three state championships.