PT Recap: Sun City Showdown

September 30, 2025Southern Texas PGA

Georgetown, TX (September 27–28) –  Legacy Hills Golf Club hosted the STPGA Srixon Prestige Tour’s Sun City Showdown, where players delivered steady performances across two days of competition. The event concluded with champions earning their titles and spots in upcoming invitations.

Katelyn Allen Captures First Prestige Tour Title


Katelyn Allen claimed her first Srixon Prestige Tour victory at the Sun City Showdown, carding rounds of 73 and 71 on the par-72 Legacy Hills Golf Club. With steady play across both days, Allen stayed composed under pressure and finished even-par for the tournament. Her breakthrough win marks a milestone in her STPGA career, adding her name to the list of champions on the Srixon Prestige Tour.

Carlos Castañeda Garza Earns First Srixon Prestige Tour Victory


Carlos Castañeda Garza captured his first Srixon Prestige Tour title at the Sun City Showdown after a thrilling playoff finish. Castañeda opened with a 2-over 74 but stormed back with an impressive 2-under 70 on Day 2 at Legacy Hills Golf Club, forcing a playoff with Reid Phillips. In the extra holes, Castañeda held steady to secure the champion’s spot. Both Castañeda and Phillips earned invitations to the 2025 Texas Junior Golf Alliance Invitational, but it was Castañeda who walked away with the trophy and his first Srixon Prestige Tour victory.

Bennett Underwood Claims Boys 13–14 Division Title


Bennett Underwood posted rounds of 72 and 74 to win the Boys 13–14 Division at the Sun City Showdown. His consistent play at Legacy Hills Golf Club earned him the division crown and the Boys 13–14 exemption, securing his spot on the 2025 Bayou Cup team this December at Big Easy Ranch.

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