Srixon Billiard Factory Prestige Tour - December State of the Union

April 27, 2026 • Southern Texas PGA

Spring, TX (December 6, 2024) - Good Afternoon Players, Parents, & Family Friends,

Eleven months into 2024, and one more to go. We are looking forward to wrapping up the 2024 Srixon Billiard Factory Prestige Tour season at the always beloved Golf Club at Texas A&M!

 

Welcome, Communications Coordinator, Peyton Snow!

As of November 11th, the Southern Texas PGA welcomed Peyton Snow to the team! Peyton, born and raised in Tucson, Arizona, attended the University of Arizona before completing an internship with the AJGA that led her to us. Peyton assisted with the Junior Presidents Cup and Presidents Cup earlier this year in Montreal, Quebec before making the move east to Texas to begin as our Communications Coordinator. Peyton will be working closely with the Junior Golf team at STPGA. Click here to learn more about Peyton!

 

Prestige Tour Champions (November)

November was busy and the Prestige Tour team put some miles on these boots! Starting November just North of Houston at the Bearkat Course for the Bearkat Cup, Jules Mahan of San Antonio, TX and Federico Montaner of Spring, TX walked away as repeat Champions as this was their 2nd Srixon Billiard Factory Prestige Tour win of 2024. Moving just across state lines into the always enjoyable Lake Charles, LA for the Lake Charles Spring Classic, Issac Diaz of Del Rio, TX captured his 2nd Srixon Billiard Factory Prestige Tour win while Payson Pistono of The Woodlands, TX has been crowned Champion for the first time on the Srixon Billiard Factory Prestige Tour! Thanksgiving week was a fun one as we had two tournaments in two separate cities! Starting in San Antonio, Matt Pawly of San Antonio, TX and Destiny McNeil of Castroville, TX showcased their skills and knowledge in the presence of greatness at the Abraham Ancer Classic. From San Antonio headed east, Bay Oaks Country Club hosted the Helfman Auto Turkey Shootout where Jackson Black of College Station, TX and Muci Guo of Bellaire, TX were able to capture their first Srixon Billiard Factory Prestige Tour wins!

 

ICYMI – Prestige Tour Important Dates

As 2024 winds up, 2025 is only a few short weeks away! With that, below is a list of important dates to keep an eye on!

·         December 3rd – 2025 Junior Golf Membership Opens

·         December 3rd – All Srixon Billiard Factory Prestige Tour tournaments will be viewable from January through May 17-18.

·         December 10th – All Srixon Billiard Factory Prestige Tour tournaments from January through February will be open for registration.

·         January 7th – All Srixon Billiard Factory Prestige Tour tournaments from March through May 17-18 will be open for registration.


For more information and to see other important dates for the 2025 year,
click here.


Thank You to Our Title Partners!

With all the awesome achievements of our Srixon Billiard Factory Prestige Tour golfers we want to thank our many Partners without whom our incredible Tour would not be possible! Firstly, we want to thank Billiard Factory, who is a fantastic supporter of the Southern Texas PGA Junior Golf Program. With 13 locations across the United States, Billiard Factory is recognized as the premier destination for family-friendly games. If you are still in need of gifts for the holiday season, be sure to give Billiard Factory a look!

 

Thank you to Srixon for providing our players with golf balls and other equipment to keep them at the top of their game! From 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.

 

Thank you to Abraham Ancer and his team for not only their generosity towards growing the game of golf, but the willingness to teach and speak with the many junior golfers at the Abraham Ancer Classic!

 

Thank you to our Tournament Title Sponsor of the Turkey Shootout, Helfman Auto! Participating in many golf tournaments throughout the year can put several miles on your ride. Keep Helfman Auto in mind the next time you are looking for your new ride to the golf course!


Rules Corner

Srixon Billiard Factory Prestige Tour tournaments can be busy. So busy that there can be at least 6 golfers on every hole! With that said, it is imperative that players identify his or her golf ball before taking a stroke. If a player performs a stroke at an incorrect ball, the player will be awarded with a two-stroke penalty as long as the player corrects his or her mistake before teeing off on the next hole. If the player fails to correct the mistake of playing from the wrong ball before teeing off on the next hole, the player is then disqualified.




Thank you again to all players, parents, host facilities, and Sponsors! We are looking forward to finishing the year strong and gearing up for another excellent year in 2025! Don’t forget to check the Prestige Tour Schedule for the rest of the year! As always, if we can ever be of assistance to you, please feel free to contact Connor Murphy via email (cmurphy@pgahq.com) or phone (832-442-2410) or Dean Pocwierz via email (dpocwierz@pgahq.com) or phone (832-442-2434)!


By Southern Texas PGA May 4, 2026
ROUND ROCK, TX (MAY 4, 2026) - The Southern Texas PGA Junior Golf Program wrapped up the 2026 spring season over the weekend as champions were crowned across fifteen divisions at the STPGA Spring Championship. Hosted at the beautiful Forest Creek Golf Club, the event showcased the wide range of talent in the Little Linksters, Junior Links, and Junior Tour tours over two days of competitive golf. The STPGA Spring Championship continues to be a strong gateway to the rest of the junior golf season, offering top performers unique opportunities as the year ramps up. This year saw a new opportunity for one junior golfer. Through our partnership with the Good Good Championship, Bat Masterson Thibodeaux won four tickets to the final day of competition at the inaugural PGA TOUR event. It will be hosted at Omni Barton Creek Resort & Spa Fazio Canyons Golf Course in Austin from November 9-15.
By Southern Texas PGA May 1, 2026
Good Morning Players, Parents, & Family Friends, The Masters and the Srixon Prestige Tour! The month of April did not disappoint, providing non-stop action on the golf course. We Want to Hear from YOU We’re always looking for new ways to make our programs even better and create the best possible experience for our players and their families—and that’s where you come in! We’ve put together a quick 14-question survey all about the Srixon Prestige Tour and everything that comes with it. Your feedback helps shape the future of the program, so we’d love to hear what you’re enjoying and where we can level up. It only takes a few minutes, and your input truly makes a difference. The survey is now open — Click Here to access the survey. Be sure to share your thoughts before it closes at 11:59 PM on Wednesday, May 13th! Srixon Prestige Tour Champions - April April came in swinging at Pearland Golf Club, where the Spring Fling delivered a thrilling start to the month. Conrad Holzman of Houston, TX put on a dominant performance, cruising to a 5-shot victory and locking in his second Boys 11–14 title of the year. In the Boys 15–18 division, Andrew Bird of Nacogdoches, TX lit up the course with five birdies, capturing his first career Boys 15-18 win in style. Meanwhile, Roberta Alvarez of The Woodlands, TX staged an incredible comeback—firing a clutch Round 2 score of 71 to erase a 7-shot deficit and claim her first Overall Girls title of the year and third of her career. The momentum carried west as the Srixon Prestige Tour hit San Antonio for the Alamo City Shootout at Cedar Creek Golf Course. Gavin Martinez of San Antonio, TX stayed rock-solid with back-to-back rounds of 75 to earn his second Boys 11–14 victory of the season. Hayden Gold of Spring Branch, TX rose to the occasion in the Boys 15–18 division, delivering an even-par 72 in Round 2 to secure his first career win. On the girls’ side, Katherine O’Keefe of Houston, TX pulled off a stunning rally of her own, battling back from 7 shots down to capture her first Overall Girls title. The tour wrapped up April in Comfort at The Buckhorn Golf Course with fireworks at the Huntington Bank Lone Star Shootout . Aaron Aleman of San Antonio, TX went low and stayed low, firing impressive rounds of 68 and 69 to earn his first Boys 11–14 victory. Joshua McGown of Klein, TX made a huge leap up the leaderboard with a scorching second-round 65, claiming his first Boys 15–18 title. And Katherine O’Keefe of Houston, TX wasn’t done yet—she stayed red-hot, going back-to-back with her second consecutive Overall Girls victory, capping off an unforgettable April run. July Registration Get ready—July on the Srixon Prestige Tour is shaping up to be the biggest and most exciting stretch of the season, and it all starts with registration opening on Tuesday, May 5th at 9:00 AM. Spots will go fast, so be ready to jump in and claim your place in an unforgettable summer of competition. This July lineup is stacked with must-play events across some incredible venues: Battle on the River Bend (July 6–7) – Lost Pines Golf Club Space City Challenge (July 13–14) – Magnolia Creek Golf Club (England/Scotland) Sunshine and Swing Challenge (July 13–14) – Hill Country Golf Club (Lakes/Creeks) Kerrville Junior Cup (July 27–28) – Riverhill Country Club Prestige Tour Open (July 30–31) – Bentwater Yacht and Country Club (Weiskopf) Whether you’re chasing your first win or building on a hot streak, this is your chance to be part of an electric summer tour. Mark your calendar, set your alarm, and get ready to tee it up! Don’t forget, events in May and June are currently open, and spots are still available. Click Here for the full Srixon Prestige Tour schedule and register before those spots are gone. The Insperity Tour Championship Last Chance Qualifier Brand new this season, the Srixon Prestige Tour is raising the stakes with The Insperity Tour Championship Last Chance Qualifier—your final shot to punch a ticket to the 2026 The Insperity Tour Championship. This is it. One last opportunity. One big moment. The Last Chance Qualifier will take place during two can’t-miss events on July 13–14: Space City Challenge at Magnolia Creek Golf Club Sunshine and Swing Challenge at Hill Country Golf Club With everything on the line, only the top Boy and top Girl from each event will earn their coveted invite to the championship. No second chances—just high-pressure competition and a chance to rise above the rest. The Insperity Tour Championship will take place at Boot Ranch on July 20th & 21st. If you’re ready to step up and seize the moment, don’t wait. Registration opens May 5th at 9:00 AM—lock in your spot and take your shot at the biggest stage of the season. 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. Thank you to Huntington Bank for continuing to support junior golf, and for being the Title Partner of the Huntington Bank Lone Star Shootout!
By Southern Texas PGA April 27, 2026
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!
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!
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