The Gerdes’s at right with Plainview local, John Eichberger, second from left at the Trap shoot.

The Eighth Annual Brandon Gerdes Memorial Shoot and Swing Outing was held on Saturday June 8, 2024, at The Northeast Nebraska Shooting Association and the Pierce Community Golf Course.

“Shooting and golfing were two of Brandon’s favorite activities and it is great to get to compete in both in one day! We are grateful for all those who participated in making this another successful event,” said organizers. The Trap Shoot competition took place in the morning and numerous raffle prizes were given away.


In the First Flight, top honors went to Todd Pfeil, with John Eichberger coming in second place and Ron Penne finishing third. Second Flight winners were: 1st Place Lucas Osborn, 2nd Place Chris Schmit, and 3rd Place Robert Vaughn.


From the Trap Shoot Competition, we moved on to the 2 Person Golf Scramble. Top honors in the First Flight went to Jeremy Kumm and Chris Krienert. Joe and Michelle Matuska came in second place and Joe Brown and Ty Nixon placed third. The Second Flight winners were: 1st Place Ali Johnson and Addison Johnson, 2nd Place Lynn Moeller and Corbin Moeller, and 3rd Place Nolan Aschoff and Brandon Brunckhorst.

“It was a fun-filled day with friendly competition, raffle prizes, and numerous silent and live auction items. Tinker’s Catering provided concessions at both sites. We would like to express their heartfelt thanks to all who participated in any way to make the day successful. Brandon would have had fun at this one! We believe in supporting our local youth and community programs to help create a thriving future for our rural lifestyle,” said Corey and Lisa Gerdes.

In the past 7 years, the Brandon Gerdes Memorial Foundation has donated over $145,000 to those programs in the area. “We are looking forward to seeing you at the Ninth Annual Brandon Gerdes Memorial Trap Shoot on June 14, 2025. Mark your calendars and watch the Facebook Page and local news outlets for details,” said organizers.

The Gerdes’s at left with the golf winners mentioned below.