PT Recap: Prestige Tour Premiere

March 3, 2026 • Southern Texas PGA

College Station, TX (January 17-18, 2026) –   The STPGA Srixon Prestige Tour returned to the Golf Club at Texas A&M for the first tournament of 2026. This was the 19th time that the course has played host to a Srixon Prestige Tour event, with a big thank you in order to Director of Golf and STPGA memeber John Saffle, PGA (as well as the other course staff) for continuing their support of junior golfers in Southern Texas. Players and families enjoyed the incredible facilities that set the stage for an exciting two days of golf. Read more about the winning junior golfers below.

Benjamin Wylie Claims Boys 15–18 Title at the Prestige Tour Premiere

Ben put together a strong performance at the first tournament of the year, earning the Boys 13-18 title at the Golf Club at Texas A&M. He shot a two-day total of 144, powered by eight birdies on the weekend. Despite battling challenging wind conditions in Round 1, he was able to rise into first position and maintain his lead for a victory in College Station.

Sadie Westbrook Claims Girls Overall Title at the Prestige Tour Premiere


Sadie's performance through two days earned her the Girls 11-18 win at the Prestige Tour Premiere. With a one stroke improvement from Round 1 to Round 2, she was able to maintain her first-round lead and finished one stroke ahead of the Girls 11-14 champion. Her four birdies were the most out of the girls field throughout the weekend, leading her to a well-deserved victory.

Mason McCord Claims Boys 11-14 Title at the Prestige Tour Premiere


Mason claimed his title on the third playoff hole after putting together a remarkable 5-under performance in Round 2. He led the boys with seven birdies on the weekend, five of which came on the second day. His score of 66 in Round 2, the best of any competitor over the weekend, as well as his composure on the course, carried him to his victory at the Golf Club at Texas A&M.

Pippa Fikes Claims Girls 11-14 Title at the Prestige Tour Premiere


Pippa was a player to watch coming into the weekend in College Station, having won five Girls 13-14 PT titles in 2025 (including at the Summer and Fall Championships). Her two birdies in Round 2 powered her to a four stroke improvement over Round 1. Her consistency and poise allowed her to keep the leader position through the entire tournament.

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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.
By Southern Texas PGA March 2, 2026
Houston, TX (February 28 - March 1, 2026) – The Srixon Prestige Tour stayed in Houston this past weekend for The HTX Challenge , held February 28 – March 1 at Hearthstone Country Club. Junior golfers competed over two strong days of tournament play, delivering impressive performances and steady determination across the field. With beautiful weather setting the stage and a great atmosphere throughout the weekend, the event provided the perfect backdrop for another competitive stop on the 2026 Srixon Prestige Tour. Congratulations to our Boys 15-18 Champion, Maddox Cleavinger and our Girls 11-15 Champion, Emma Ziniuk 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 Hearthstone Country 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!
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