PT Recap: Hill Country Open

July 8, 2026 •Southern Texas PGA

San Antonio, TX (March 7-8, 2026) –   The Srixon Prestige Tour traveled to San Antonio this past weekend for the Hill Country Open, held March 7–8 at the Hill Country Golf Club. Despite rainy and challenging weather conditions, junior golfers showed great determination during the tournament. Due to the weather, the event was only able to complete the first round, but players still delivered a strong day of competitive golf, making it another memorable stop on the 2026 Srixon Prestige Tour.


Congratulations to Lia Beyer, and our Boys 15-18 Champion, Diego Amour for earning an invite to the Insperity Invitational Tour Championship, hosted at Boot Ranch on July 20–21, 2026! This prestigious championship brings together top junior talent for an exciting two days of competition at one of Texas’ premier venues. You can find more information about the championship here.


A big thank you to the staff at Hill Country Golf Club, our STPGA area staff, and all of the golfers and parents who made the weekend such a success. Read more about our winning junior golfers below!

Diego Amour Claims Boys 15–18 Title at the Hill Country Open

Diego Amour secured the title with a steady performance, firing an even-par 72 to claim the victory by just one stroke. His consistent play throughout the round kept him in contention from start to finish, allowing him to edge out the competition in a tight finish. Diego also tied for the most pars in his division with 15 on the day, showcasing his ability to stay composed and capitalize on key moments to earn the win.

Addison Braden Claims Girls 15-18 & Overall Title at the Hill Country Open


Addison Braden delivered an impressive performance to capture the Girls 15–18 Division title and Overall Champion honors, finishing with a strong 3-over-par 75. Her steady play throughout the round kept her at the top of the leaderboard, and she led her division with 14 pars on the day. Addison’s consistency and composure helped secure the victory and made for a standout performance at the Hill Country Open.

Brody Tharp Claims Boys 11-14 Title at the Hill Country Open


Brody Tharp delivered a standout round to win the Boys 11–14 Division, firing an impressive 1-under-par 71. His consistent play throughout the day kept him ahead of the competition, and he led his division with 16 pars. Brody’s steady performance and ability to avoid mistakes helped secure a well-earned victory.

Pippa Fikes Claims Girls 11-14 Title at the Hill Country Open


Pippa Fikes claimed the Girls 11–14 Division title with another strong performance, continuing a run of success in the division. She also finished second overall, showcasing her ability to compete at the top of the field. Pippa is no stranger to winning this division, and her steady play once again proved why she remains one of the players to watch.

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