PT Recap: Spring Break Classic

March 10, 2026 • Southern Texas PGA

Katy, TX (March 9-10, 2026) –   The Srixon Prestige Tour held its first Monday-Tuesday event of the year with the 2026 Spring Break Classic at The Club at Falcon Point. Junior golfers experienced beautiful weather and course conditions and had strong performances through two rounds of golf.


A big thank you to our host facility, our players and parents, our Title Partner Srixon, and all of our staff who made the weekend such a success. Read more about our winning junior golfers below!

Esther Li Claims Her 2nd Girls Title of the Year at the Spring Break Classic


Esther Li maintained a steady performance throughout both rounds in Katy, capturing both the Girls 15–18 Division title and the Overall Girls championship. She set the tone early with a strong opening round of 70 to hold the lead after Day 1, then improved her own score with a score of 69 in Round 2 to secure the victory with a 139 total (-5). Esther also shot 10 birdies over both days. Her performance earned her the second invitation of the year to the 2026 Chevron Junior Pro-Am, which will be held on Sunday, April 19 in Houston.

Hudson Rankin Claims Boys 15–18 Title at the Spring Break Classic

Hudson Rankin put together an incredible performance in Round 2 to secure the Srixon Prestige Tour victory. He climbed 10 spots from his Round 1 positioning, shooting a 69 (-3) on Tuesday. His explosive performance, with four birdies on the front nine in the second round, proved to be the difference maker in a tight race for the title.

Mia Liu Claims Girls 11-14 Title at the Spring Break Classic


Mia Liu earned the Girls 11-14 Title at the Spring Break Classic with her consistent play throughout both rounds, finishing with a 158 (+14) overall. Her 3 birdies and 21 pars were at the top of her division, allowing her to maintain her lead throughout the tournament and close out the win.

Mason Hwang Claims Boys 11-14 Title at the Spring Break Classic


Mason Hwang earned his victory at The Club at Falcon Point on the first playoff hole as he completed the comeback in Round 2. He climbed 4 spots on Tuesday to bring him into a tie for first, scoring a 77 (+5) with three birdies. His ability to stay composed in a competitive field helped give him a well-earned title.

PT Recap: Hill Country Open

By Southern Texas PGA • March 10, 2026
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!

Staff Spotlight featuring PGA Works Fellow Natalia Facchinato-Sitja

By Southern Texas PGA • March 4, 2026
The STPGA is excited to welcome back Natalia Facchinato-Sitja as our new PGA Works Fellow. We are thrilled to have her on the team and are eager to see her grow the game for our Junior Golf Program! Here's a little more about her:

Staff Spotlight featuring Business & Office Administrator, Charissa Wylie

By Southern Texas PGA • March 3, 2026
The STPGA is excited to introduce our new Business & Office Administrator, Charissa Wylie. We are thrilled to have her on board the team and are eager to see her grow the game for our Section! Here's a little more about her:

Srixon Prestige Tour Remarks - March 2026

By Southern Texas PGA • March 3, 2026
Good Evening Players, Parents, & Family Friends, Even amid the roar of the Super Bowl and the thrill of the Olympics, the Srixon Prestige Tour refuses to be outshined, standing tall as February’s ultimate showstopper. Srixon Prestige Tour Champions - February The Srixon Prestige Tour launched into February in thrilling fashion, teeing off at Legacy Hills Golf Club for the ATX Showcase — and the fireworks started immediately. Beckett McLaughlin of Austin, TX set the tone early, firing under par in both rounds, including a sizzling 5-under 67 in Round 2 to capture the Boys 11–14 title in style. Not to be outdone, Hudson Burell of New Braunfels, TX stormed back from a two-shot deficit with a clutch second-round 67 to secure his first Boys 15–18 victory of the season. On the girls’ side, Lora Kim of Katy, TX took command with a dominant five-shot lead after Round 1 and never let up, earning her first Girls 11–18 championship. The action only intensified when the Tour headed east to Houston for the Battle in the Big City at Gus Wortham Park Golf Course. Conrad Holzman of Houston, TX delivered a commanding performance, cruising to a seven-shot win in the Boys 11–14 division. Daniel Trousdale of Tomball, TX electrified the field in the Boys 15–18 championship, catching absolute fire on the back nine of Round 2 with a bogey-free 30 to seal the victory. Kat Janda of Friendswood, TX showed remarkable consistency, posting back-to-back rounds of 77 to earn her first career Girls 11–18 win. The Tour stayed hot in Houston for the Winter Showdown at Panorama Golf Club. Beckett McLaughlin of Austin, TX continued his incredible run, backing up rounds of 74 and 73 to claim his second Boys 11–14 win of the month. Hudson Burell of New Braunfels, TX matched the feat in the Boys 15–18 division, going wire-to-wire for his second February victory. Meanwhile, Esther Li of Houston, TX delivered one of the most dominant performances of the month, pulling away from the field to win by a staggering 11 shots and capture her first Girls 11–18 title. Now, all eyes turn to Hearthstone Country Club for the highly anticipated HTX Challenge — where one more chapter of championship golf is ready to be written. Insperity Invitational Tour Championship Earlier this month, we proudly announced the return of the Srixon Prestige Tour Insperity Invitational Tour Championship — and the stage is set for something truly special. This elite two-day championship will take place July 20–21 at the breathtaking Boot Ranch, one of Texas’ most prestigious and sought-after venues. 90 of the top players from across Southern Texas will earn the opportunity to compete, making this one of the most exclusive and competitive events of the season. Invitations are already landing in the hands of players who have secured their spot — and the excitement is building fast. Think you have what it takes to join the field? Click here to visit the Insperity Invitational Tour Championship website and learn exactly how you can earn your place in this can’t-miss summer showdown. Thank You to our Sponsors! For the eighth consecutive year, Srixon is returning as the sole Prestige Tour Title Partner for the 2026 year. Keep in mind, if you are looking for golf balls to golf clubs, Srixon is one of the premiere brands in the industry and will always keep you at the top of your game.
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