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Deweese Today
By the People, for the People
Red Neck Miniature Golf Tournament Honors Jim Sykora
Annual charity event in Deweese, Nebraska features unique golf holes and raises funds for St. Jude Children's Hospital and local cancer centers.
Published on Feb. 23, 2026
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The Jim Sykora Memorial Red Neck Miniature Golf tournament was held on Sunday in Deweese, Nebraska. More than 62 teams from the local area competed on a 19-hole course set up across various properties in and around the town. The unique golf holes included challenges like putter, hoop toss, frozen turkey roll, and more. Proceeds from the event will be split between St. Jude Children's Hospital, Jim Sykora's favorite charity, and three local cancer centers.
Why it matters
The annual tournament honors the memory of Jim Sykora, a beloved member of the Deweese community, and raises funds for important causes close to his heart - supporting children with cancer and providing assistance to local cancer patients. The event brings the community together through its quirky miniature golf format and generous charitable giving.
The details
The tournament featured 19 unique miniature golf holes set up across properties in Deweese, including challenges like putter, hoop toss, frozen turkey roll, and more. More than 62 teams from Deweese and surrounding areas competed in the event, which was organized by volunteers including Dee Kohmetscher, Shannon Bird, Bev Cuba, and others. After the tournament, attendees were served a meal of nachos and chili dogs while the winners were announced through a Plinko-style format. The event also included live and silent auctions.
- The tournament was held on Sunday, February 19, 2026.
The players
Jim Sykora
The tournament is held in memory of Jim Sykora, a beloved member of the Deweese community.
Dee Kohmetscher
One of the volunteers who helped organize the event.
Shannon Bird
One of the volunteers who helped organize the event.
Bev Cuba
One of the volunteers who helped organize the event.
St. Jude Children's Hospital
The charity that will receive 50% of the funds raised from the event, as it was Jim Sykora's favorite charity.
What they’re saying
“Everybody ready? Let's go!”
— Dee Kohmetscher
What’s next
If you would like to contribute with a donation, you may contact Dee Kohmetscher at dkohmetscher@gmail or by mail at 2430 Road 3100, Deweese, Nebraska, 68934. Please make checks payable to St. Jude Research Hospital.
The takeaway
The Jim Sykora Memorial Red Neck Miniature Golf tournament is a cherished annual event that brings the Deweese community together to honor a beloved local figure and support important causes close to his heart - helping children with cancer and providing assistance to local cancer patients. The quirky golf format and generous charitable giving make this a must-attend event for the town.
