A Special Update on Summer Events from Executive Director, Thomas Hutton, PGA
April 27, 2026 • Southern Texas PGA
The below letter was sent to STPGA Junior Golf Members on Tuesday, April 14th at noon CT.
Good afternoon,
We would first like to say thank you for your support of our program over the years. The success of the STPGA is due to your trust and participation and for that, we are very thankful. The last 4 weeks have been difficult for all of us and we hope that you and your loved ones are safe and healthy.
Per our communication earlier this month, the STPGA wanted to provide you with our next set of announcements this week. We want to emphasize that our future plans are incumbent upon favorable counsel and direction from health officials. The safety of our STPGA community remains our top priority, and we believe along with our new policies and procedures that will be announced soon, we can enjoy STPGA Junior Golf soon! We remain very mindful of the extraordinary and unprecedented challenges presented by the Coronavirus around the world.
Tomorrow April 15, at 9:00 a.m. our summer series schedule will open up for registration. We have an unbelievable schedule of some great courses across our section and an increase in weekend events.
We have also added/rescheduled some events for the month of May and these events will also open for registration tomorrow. As you will see, our first event back is scheduled for May 9. Prior to these events starting, we will continue to keep in close contact with local, state and national health authorities to help inform our decisions.
Due to the Spring Series Championship being canceled, the STPGA had to adjust our Texas Junior Cup qualifying guidelines. Tomorrow, registration will open up on a first come first serve bases for a new 2-day Little Linksters only event called the Summer Preview on May 30-31. Exemptions will be up for grabs at this event to make the 2020 STPGA Texas Junior Cup team.
Later today, you will receive our weekly e-newsletter with links and more details on these announcements.
In closing, last week the PGA of America CEO Seth Waugh said, "Sports, and particularly the game of golf, are important vehicles for healing and hope.” The STPGA hopes everyone is following local guidelines, remaining safe, and enjoying a lot of family time together.
Thank you for your support of the STPGA.
Thomas Hutton, PGA
Executive Director
Southern Texas PGA
Comfort, TX (April 25-26, 2026) – The Srixon Prestige Tour went back to San Antonio this past weekend for the 2026 Huntington Bank Lone Star Shootout, hosted at The Buckhorn Golf Course! With beautiful weather setting the stage, our junior golfers rose to the occasion against a competitive field and displayed their standout skills. Thank you to our host facility, our players and parents, our Title Partner Srixon, Huntington Bank, and all of our staff who made the tournament such a success. Read more about our winning junior golfers below!
San Antonio, TX (April 18-19, 2026) – The Srixon Prestige Tour went back to San Antonio this past weekend for the 2026 Alamo City Shootout, hosted at Cedar Creek Golf Course! Our junior golfers battled through challenging weather conditions and a competitive field to show off their impressive skills. Thank you to our host facility, our players and parents, our Title Partner Srixon, and all of our staff who made the tournament such a success. Read more about our winning junior golfers below!
Partnership centered around impacting the next generation through grants, scholarships, and a showcase junior golf event. San Antonio, TX (April 17, 2026) - The Southern Texas PGA could not be more excited to continue our partnership with former STPGA Junior Golfer and World Class Professional Golfer Abraham Ancer. Started in 2024, the relationship features the Abraham Ancer Classic on the Srixon Prestige Tour, College Scholarships, and money awarded specifically to families to help introduce golf to the next generation. “This is a full circle moment for the STPGA,” said Thomas Hutton, Executive Director for the STPGA. “From growing up in our program in The Valley to supporting the program financially, we are extremely grateful for his time, investment, and motivation towards helping the next generation.” The third Annual Abraham Ancer Classic will be adding a new chapter in November, when the event visits the Clubs of Cordillera Ranch in Boerne, TX, after being played the last two years at Oak Hills Country Club. The event will be held during Thanksgiving week on November 23-24 and will be the STPGA’s first time hosting a junior golf event at Cordillera Ranch, a Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, ranked among the best in the State! “The STPGA does an awesome job growing the game, providing scholarships, and running high quality events,” said Ancer who was born in McAllen, TX and raised in Reynosa, Mexico. Ancer grew up playing at Reynosa Country Club and traveled to Southern Texas to compete in STPGA events, where he was the STPGA Valley Area Champion for his division in 2005. “I feel it is only right to give back, get engaged with the next generation, and make a difference!” In addition, Abraham will continue to support our College Scholarship Program and our Dick Harmon Participation Grant. This ties together his value in helping people with their education and then introducing the game to people that might not be able to afford tournament golf! The STPGA appreciates Abraham Ancer’s time and commitment and look forward to an awesome year together!
Pearland, TX (April 11-12, 2026) – The Srixon Prestige Tour continued its spring season with the Spring Fling at Pearland Golf Club, where junior golfers took on another exciting stop on the schedule. With good weather and just a slight wind throughout the tournament, players were able to showcase their skills and shot-making ability across both rounds, creating a competitive and high-energy field from start to finish. A big thank you to Pearland Golf Club, our players and parents, our Title Partner Srixon, and all of our staff who helped make the tournament a success. Read more about our winning junior golfers below!
