PT Recap: Huntington Bank Lone Star Shootout

April 27, 2026 • Southern Texas PGA

Comfort, TX (April 25-26, 2026) –   The Srixon Prestige Tour went back to San Antonio this past weekend for the 2026 Huntington Bank Lone Star Shootout, hosted at The Buckhorn Golf Course! With beautiful weather setting the stage, our junior golfers rose to the occasion against a competitive field and displayed their standout skills.


Thank you to our host facility, our players and parents, our Title Partner Srixon, Huntington Bank, and all of our staff who made the tournament such a success. Read more about our winning junior golfers below!

Joshua McGown Claims Boys 15–18 Title at the Huntington Bank Lone Star Shootout


Joshua McGown delivered an impressive two-round performance to claim the Boys 15–18 division title. After opening with a strong 70 to sit tied for second, he surged to the top of the leaderboard on day two with a standout 65. Finishing at 7-under for the tournament, McGown’s final round was highlighted by eight birdies, the most in his division, showcasing his ability to go low when it mattered most. His performance earned him the tournament Title and an exemption to the 2026 Texas Junior Amateur on the Legends Junior Tour!

Katherine OKeefe Claims Girls 15-18 & Overall Title at the Huntington Bank Lone Star Shootout


Katherine OKeefe continued her strong run of form with another impressive victory, capturing both the Girls 15–18 division title and Overall Champion honors. Fresh off her win last weekend that earned her an exemption into the 2026 Texas Junior Amateur on the Legends Junior Tour, she set the tone early with a 72 to lead after round one and stayed steady with a 75 on day two. After finishing tied, OKeefe showed composure under pressure, winning a playoff to secure the title.

Arron Aleman Claims Boys 11-14 Title at the Huntington Bank Lone Star Shootout


Arron Aleman delivered a dominant performance to capture the Boys 11–14 division title. He set the pace early with an impressive 68 to take the first-round lead and followed it up with a steady 69 on day two. Aleman recorded 11 birdies across both rounds, the most in his division, and secured the victory by four strokes.

Pippa Fikes Claims Girls 11-14 Title at the Huntington Bank Lone Star Shootout


Pippa Fikes added another title under her belt with an impressive performance to win the Girls 11–14 division, while also finishing second overall after a playoff. She led her division from the start, opening with a 75 and following it up with a strong 72 on day two. Fikes secured the division title by four strokes and showcased her consistency throughout the weekend, recording an impressive 30 pars over the 36 holes. Her performance earned her an exemption to the 2026 Texas Junior Amateur on the Legends Junior Tour!

PT Recap: Alamo City Shootout

By Southern Texas PGA • April 20, 2026
San Antonio, TX (April 18-19, 2026) – The Srixon Prestige Tour went back to San Antonio this past weekend for the 2026 Alamo City Shootout, hosted at Cedar Creek Golf Course! Our junior golfers battled through challenging weather conditions and a competitive field to show off their impressive skills. 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!

Abraham Ancer and STPGA Enter 3rd Year of Partnership

By Southern Texas PGA • April 17, 2026
Partnership centered around impacting the next generation through grants, scholarships, and a showcase junior golf event. San Antonio, TX (April 17, 2026) - The Southern Texas PGA could not be more excited to continue our partnership with former STPGA Junior Golfer and World Class Professional Golfer Abraham Ancer. Started in 2024, the relationship features the Abraham Ancer Classic on the Srixon Prestige Tour, College Scholarships, and money awarded specifically to families to help introduce golf to the next generation. “This is a full circle moment for the STPGA,” said Thomas Hutton, Executive Director for the STPGA. “From growing up in our program in The Valley to supporting the program financially, we are extremely grateful for his time, investment, and motivation towards helping the next generation.” The third Annual Abraham Ancer Classic will be adding a new chapter in November, when the event visits the Clubs of Cordillera Ranch in Boerne, TX, after being played the last two years at Oak Hills Country Club. The event will be held during Thanksgiving week on November 23-24 and will be the STPGA’s first time hosting a junior golf event at Cordillera Ranch, a Jack Nicklaus Signature Golf Course, ranked among the best in the State! “The STPGA does an awesome job growing the game, providing scholarships, and running high quality events,” said Ancer who was born in McAllen, TX and raised in Reynosa, Mexico. Ancer grew up playing at Reynosa Country Club and traveled to Southern Texas to compete in STPGA events, where he was the STPGA Valley Area Champion for his division in 2005. “I feel it is only right to give back, get engaged with the next generation, and make a difference!” In addition, Abraham will continue to support our College Scholarship Program and our Dick Harmon Participation Grant. This ties together his value in helping people with their education and then introducing the game to people that might not be able to afford tournament golf! The STPGA appreciates Abraham Ancer’s time and commitment and look forward to an awesome year together!

PT Recap: Spring Fling

By Southern Texas PGA • April 13, 2026
Pearland, TX (April 11-12, 2026) – The Srixon Prestige Tour continued its spring season with the Spring Fling at Pearland Golf Club, where junior golfers took on another exciting stop on the schedule. With good weather and just a slight wind throughout the tournament, players were able to showcase their skills and shot-making ability across both rounds, creating a competitive and high-energy field from start to finish. A big thank you to Pearland Golf Club, our players and parents, our Title Partner Srixon, and all of our staff who helped make the tournament a success. Read more about our winning junior golfers below!

The Bayou Cup Returns to Big Easy as Team STPGA Sets Sights on First Title

By Southern Texas PGA • April 7, 2026
Elite junior golfers from Southern Texas and Louisiana will have the opportunity to compete at the event. SPRING, TX (April 7, 2026) - The Southern Texas PGA is proud to announce the return of The Bayou Cup for the second year as Team STPGA looks to bring the trophy to Southern Texas for the first time. The 2026 matches, presented by Srixon and Adidas, will be hosted once again at Big Easy Ranch from December 4-6, providing a championship-caliber stage and unforgettable experience for top junior golfers. Held in partnership with the Louisiana Junior Golf Tour and the Gulf States PGA, the event features a Ryder Cup-style format designed to challenge elite players through team competition. Each team consists of 12 junior golfers from each tour with representatives from three age divisions: Boys 15-18, Girls 11-18, and Boys 11-14. Team STPGA will be formed through standout performances by golfers at Srixon Prestige Tour tournaments from late July to September. Champions of the following events, along with points list leaders, will make up the 2026 roster: Boys 15-18 The Insperity Tour Championship: July 20-21 at Boot Ranch STPGA Challenge: August 10-11 at BlackHorse Golf Club Surf and Turf New Braunfels Showcase: August 15-16 at Landa Park Golf Course Boys 15-18 Points List Leader as of October 1, 2026 Girls 11-18 The Insperity Tour Championship: July 20-21 at Boot Ranch STPGA Challenge: August 10-11 at BlackHorse Golf Club Antigua Sun City Showdown: September 26-27 at White Wing Golf Club Girls 11-18 Points List Leader as of October 1, 2026 Boys 11-14 Vortech Contracting H-Town Showdown: August 29-30 at Quail Valley Golf Club Brackenridge Park Classic: September 12-13 at Brackenridge Park Golf Course Antigua Sun City Showdown: September 26-27 at White Wing Golf Club Boys 11-14 Points List Leader as of October 1, 2026 The inaugural Bayou Cup matches were held in December 2025 and saw Team LJGT claim a 15-9 victory. With the experience of year one and the advantage of returning to familiar ground at Big Easy, Team STPGA is eager for another opportunity to compete…and bring the Cup home for the first time. For more information about The Bayou Cup, click here . For any questions, please contact Prestige Tour Coordinator Kevin Reilly at kreilly@pgahq.com
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