Introducing the 2025 Spring Interns

January 15, 2025Peyton Snow

The Southern Texas PGA is happy to announce our new interns joining the staff for the Spring 2025 season! Please welcome these individuals into our great Section and we look to continue our incredible service and grow the game!


Operations Interns

James Gilmore


Hello, my name is James Gilmore. I am from Richmond, Virginia. I graduated from Virginia Tech in December 2023 with a degree in Sports Media & Analytics and minors in Event Management and Leadership. I am a huge sports fan and cheer on my alma mater with passion. Go Hokies! My favorite thing about sports is the way they bring people together. Golf does this better than any other sport by welcoming people from all walks of life. I intend to make a career working in the game and can’t wait to learn all I can this spring. I look forward to meeting golfers of all ages and experience and helping them develop a passion for the game.

Andrew Pace


Hello, my name is Andrew Pace, and I’m excited to be a part of the spring internship with the STPGA. I’m originally from Bel Air, Maryland, a small town just north of Baltimore. I graduated from High Point University, where I studied Business Administration, Sports Management, and Marketing. Growing up, I played a variety of sports, including soccer, baseball, basketball, and golf. These experiences sparked my passion for the sports world and inspired me to pursue a career in the industry. I’m a proud fan of the Ravens and Orioles, as well as the Knicks, Penguins, Manchester City, and several college teams.

I’m eager to immerse myself in this industry, gain a deeper understanding of golf and the broader sports landscape, and build meaningful relationships with STPGA and other organizations I encounter along the way. I look forward to the opportunities and growth this internship will bring!

Eugenio Lemus


Hello, my name is Eugenio, and I am from Miami, Florida. I have had the privilege of living in three different countries and completed my undergraduate studies in Quebec, Canada. Currently, I am pursuing an MBA at Lynn University. As a passionate sports enthusiast, I follow a wide range of sports, including football and Formula 1. From a young age, I have been eager to pursue a career in the sports industry, and I am thrilled to be part of this esteemed organization. I look forward to expanding my knowledge and deepening my passion for the game of golf.

Julianna Caba


Howdy! My name is Julianna “Jewls” Caba and I am from Corpus Christi, Texas. I am a senior sport management student at Texas A&M university set to graduate in May. I love everything sports related, including the Dallas Cowboys and Houston Astros. In my free time, I like to read, spend time with my family and friends, and enjoy nature. I look forward to growing my knowledge of the golf game and tournament operations at STPGA this spring! 

Digital Media Interns

Jori Aventurado


Hi, I'm Jori and I recently graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, double-majoring in marketing and management at Iona University! During my summer 2023 internship with the Houston Astros my enthusiasm for sports marketing truly blossomed, and sparked my desire to make a meaningful impact in the world of golf with this internship!

I'm a proud Houstonian who grew up surrounded by sports from watching my  brothers play baseball to playing water polo player at the collegiate level in New York. While golf is a new passion for me, I'm eager to dive in, learn, and grow within the sport, all while ensuring the STPGA continues to provide invaluable opportunities for golfers!



Outside of work, I loves running, reading, cheering for the Astros, and exploring new cities. I'm excited to contribute to the growth of the STPGA golf programs and support the members along the way!


Delaney Oberg


My name is Delaney Oberg, I am from McAlister, NM. I graduated in 2023 with my Bachelor’s in Coaching and Communications from Eastern New Mexico University. I am still attending and am in my last semester of grad school where I will get my Masters in Sports Administration this May. In my time at ENMU I quickly began my career building by working in athletics as the operations manager for the Men’s basketball team from 2020-2024 and also as a sports information assistant from 2021-2024. In my free time I tend to cater to my own sports photography business I created in 2021 when I learned just how much I love capturing moments in sports with ENMU. I am blessed for the opportunity to cater to the growth of my knowledge in the digital media and I am excited to be with the STPGA this spring!

By Southern Texas PGA August 1, 2025
Good Afternoon Players, Parents, & Family Friends, History was made in July! Srixon Prestige Tour Champions - July Beginning the month of July, the Srixon Prestige Tour team took on Aggieland for the Summer Showdown at Traditions Club! Battling through the obstacles Mother Nature threw our way, Jaxon Graves of Magnolia, TX, and Roberta Alvarez of The Woodlands, TX, won their second Srixon Prestige Tour tournament of the year after the event was deemed to be an 18-hole competition. One short week later, Cypresswood Golf Club (Traditions) hosted the Bayou City Challenge , where Veronika Germain of Houston, TX won her second Srixon Prestige Tour championship, and Anthony Nguyen of Katy, TX made eagle on Hole #18 of Round 2 to secure his first Srixon Prestige Tour win of 2025. Wrapping up July, the STPGA Challenge is currently being hosted at BlackHorse Golf Club (North), where two more Champions will walk away from the golf course with more than memories! 2025 Insperity Invitational Tour Championship What a time it was! In year 2 of the Insperity Invitational Tou r Champio nship , the Srixon Prestige Tour team administered the Insperity Invitational Tour Championship at one of Texas’ most historic facilities, Champions Golf Club, host of the 1969 US Open and 1967 Ryder Cup. From the Practice Round to the Fireside Chat/Q&A with local collegiate coaches to 36-holes of competition golf, the Insperity Invitational Tour Championship was a resounding success! Ryan Lee of College Station, TX, carded back-to-back rounds of a 69 to win by one stroke with a 138 (-4). Payson Pistono of The Woodlands, TX held steady after securing a one-stroke lead going into Round 2. Pistono carded a Round 2 score of 73 (+2) for a tournament total of 143 (+1) to earn herself the win by two strokes total. Lee and Pistono have both earned exemptions to compete on Team STPGA in the 2025 Bayou Cup and fully exempt status on the Legends Junior Tour from September 1, 2025, through August 31, 2026! Thank you to Russell Roten, PGA General Manager, and the entire team at Champions Golf Club for hosting the 2025 Insperity Invitational Tour Championship and providing this one-of-a-kind playing opportunity! 2025 Ben Hogan Junior Cup - TeamSTPGA In a few short days, 12 junior golfers from the Southern Texas PGA who have earned the opportunity to head north to compete against 12 junior golfers from the Northern Texas PGA will head to Fort Worth for the Ben Hogan Junior Cup Matches, a Ryder Cup style event. Below are the participants representing our Section in this year’s Ben Hogan Junior Cup Matches. Captain Savannah Dupre - Boerne, TX Boys Tyler Neidel - Lakeway, TX Ian Chen - Houston, TX Michael Vienneau - Austin, TX Ryan Chen - Houston, TX Jaxon Graves - Magnolia, TX Marco Baima - San Antonio, TX Girls Abigail Archunde - Fischer, TX Katelyn Allen - Montgomery, TX Veronika Germain - Houston, TX Krysta Loftin - Pearland, TX Roberta Alvarez - The Woodlands, TX Addison Bandelier - Austin, TX Click here to follow along and root for TeamSTPGA! 2025 Srixon Prestige Tour Fall Schedule Four new tournaments are OPEN for registration! The Srixon Prestige Tour tournaments from August 23-24 through the end of September are OPEN for registration. Click here to view the list of tournaments within this time frame and lock up your field spot today! Mark your calendars! On Tuesday, August 12, at 9:00 am, all remaining Srixon Prestige Tour tournaments (October - December) will be OPEN for registration. Click here to view this list of tournaments! Thank You to our Sponsors! For the seventh consecutive year, Srixon is returning as the sole Prestige Tour Title Partner for the 2025 season. Keep in mind, if you are looking for golf balls to golf clubs, Srixon is one of the premier brands in the industry and will always keep you at the top of your game. Another big thank you to the awesome team at Insperity Invitational for sponsoring the Srixon Prestige Tour Tour Championship! The continued support and their willingness to reward success do not go unnoticed, and we could not be more thankful
By Peyton Snow July 23, 2025
Pistono and Lee Claim Victory at Insperity Invitational Tour Championship! 
A man and a woman are standing next to golf bags on a golf course.
July 16, 2025
Spring, TX(July 14-15) - The Srixon Prestige Tour hosted the 2025 Bayou City Challenge at Cypresswood Golf Club - Traditions in Spring, Texas. As the day heated up so did the competition but didn't stop our champions, who continued to rise to the challenge, showcasing their incredible skills and determination as they kicked butt and took names on the course.
July 9, 2025
College Station, TX(July 7-8) - The Srixon Prestige Tour hosted the 2025 Summer Showdown at Traditions Club at Texas A&M in College Station, Texas. While Mother Nature certainly tested the competitors with some wet conditions , ultimately leading to the unfortunate cancellation of Round 2, these talented junior golfers refused to be deterred. Despite the short ened format, the resilience and skill displayed by the players shone through, proving that even in adverse weather, true champions rise to the occasion. The determination to perform at their best, even when faced with challenging circumstances, truly highlighted the spirit of junior golf.
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