PT Recap: Summer Showdown

June 24, 2026 •Southern Texas PGA

San Antonio, TX (June 22-23, 2026) – The Srixon Prestige Tour headed to College Station this week for the Summer Showdown at Pebble Creek Country Club. Under sunny skies and soaring temperatures, players battled the Texas heat while delivering impressive performances throughout the two-day championship. Ideal playing conditions and a competitive field made for exciting action from start to finish as golfers competed for division titles, valuable exemptions, and another memorable stop on the summer schedule.


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!

Brody Thompson Claims Boys 15-18 Title at the Summer Showdown


Brody Thompson delivered a consistent two-round performance to capture the Boys 15–18 Division title at the Summer Showdown. After opening with a 71 and sitting in second place, Thompson matched his score with another 71 in the final round to secure the victory at 2 under for the championship. His impressive play was highlighted by nine birdies over the two days, helping him rise to the top of a competitive field. With the win, Thompson earned exemptions into the 2026 Texas Junior Golf Alliance Invitational and the Ben Hogan Junior Cup Matches, along with an invitation to The Insperity Tour Championship.

Katelyn Davis Claims Girls Overall Title at the Summer Showdown


Katelyn Davis battled her way to the top at the Summer Showdown, capturing both the Girls 15–18 Division title and Overall Championship. After opening with a 75 and sitting in second place, Davis put together a steady final round of 74 to climb the leaderboard and secure the victory. Her consistency was on full display throughout the championship, recording a division-best 27 pars over the two rounds and relying on steady play to earn the title. With the win, Davis earned exemptions into the 2026 Texas Junior Golf Alliance Invitational and the Ben Hogan Junior Cup Matches, along with an invitation to the Srixon Prestige Tour Championship.

Hayes Pethtel Claims Boys 11-14 Title at the Summer Showdown


Hayes Pethtel earned the Boys 11–14 Division title at the Summer Showdown with a clutch final-round performance at Pebble Creek Country Club. After sitting two shots back following an opening-round 71, Pethtel fired a 74 on day two to claim the championship at 1 over for the tournament. He paired steady scoring with an offensive mindset, recording a division-high six birdies over the two rounds to power his way to the victory.

Sara Garcia Claims Girls 15-18 Title at the Summer Showdown


Sara Garcia continued her impressive season with another victory at the Summer Showdown, claiming the Girls 11–14 Division title for her third Srixon Prestige Tour win of the year. Garcia put together a pair of consistent rounds, carding an 80 on both days to maintain her position atop the leaderboard. Her steady play throughout the championship added another title to an already standout season.

By Southern Texas PGA • November 6, 2026
Spring, TX - Ready or not, a new year of junior golf is almost here! The Southern Texas PGA is gearing up for another exciting 2027 season, with upcoming membership registration, spring season schedules, and Srixon Prestige Tour tournament opportunities. There are several important dates to mark on your calendar, so let's take a look at what's coming up! 2027 Junior Golf Membership Get ready for another exciting year of junior golf! Registration for 2027 STPGA Junior Golf Membership opens December 1, 2026. Be sure to mark your calendars and get ready for another year filled with great competition, new opportunities, and unforgettable moments on the course. We're looking forward to seeing everyone on the course in 2027! Click below for more information on Junior Golf Membership!
By Southern Texas PGA • November 2, 2026
Round Rock, TX (October 31-November 1, 2026) – The Srixon Prestige Tour made its way to Forest Creek Golf Club this weekend for the 2026 Round Rock Cup! Junior golfers took to the course for two days of exciting competition, putting their skills to the test as they battled for the title. With plenty of tricks, treats, and impressive performances, four players came out on top to claim the Round Rock Cup victories! A special thank you to Forest Creek Golf Club, our players, parents, and everyone who helped make this weekend a treat!
By Sarah Lummus • October 29, 2026
SPRING, TX (October 29, 2026) - The Southern Texas PGA is proud to announce Mason An of Houston and Syler Schones of San Antonio as our 2026 STPGA Junior Golfers of the Year! The Junior Golfer of the Year Award recognizes male and female junior golfers who demonstrate exceptional playing ability, strong academic performance, outstanding character, and a deep respect for golf’s traditions. Mason and Syler represent the next generation of golfers who are making an impact both within the sport and in their communities.
By Southern Texas PGA • October 26, 2026
Fredericksburg, TX (October 24-25, 2026) – The Srixon Prestige Tour wrapped up an exciting weekend of golf at the Fredericksburg Open! Both rounds kicked off with a chilly start, but the temperatures quickly gave way to beautiful weather, setting the stage for two fantastic days of competition at Lady Bird Johnson Golf Course. With plently of great golf and exciting moments along the way, players made the most of the weekend as four new Srixon Prestige Tour champions emerged! A huge thank you to Lady Bird Johnson Golf Course, our players, parents, and everyone who helped make this such a great weekend!
Show More