STPGA Junior Golf Names 11 Champions at the 2021 Spring Series Championship

April 27, 2026 • Southern Texas PGA

KINGWOOD, TEXAS (APRIL 25, 2021) - Eleven champions were named at the 2021 STPGA Spring Series Championship at The Clubs of Kingwood (Forest Course). Presented by AHEAD USA and Junior Golf Hub, this year’s field featured 168 junior golfers ages 6-18 from across Southern Texas.


This year’s Championship took place on Saturday, April 24 - Sunday, April 25. Over the two days, players in the Little Linksters program played a total of 18-holes and the Junior Tour players competed over 36-holes.

In the Little Linksters Co-Ed 6-8 Division, Cooper Powasnik of Schertz was the champion with a 76 (+4), defeating the runner-up Jude Mourning of Spring Branch by one stroke. 


“I want to thank my mom and dad for watching me this weekend,” said Powasnik. “I had a great time playing with my friends.”


This year’s Little Linksters Boys and Girls 9-10 and 11-12 Division Champions earned the first spots on the 10th Texas Junior Cup team representing Team STPGA at Sand Hill Farm Golf Course on September 25-26.


The Little Linksters Girls 9-10 Division saw Rylen Darter of Hutto take first place with a tournament total of 65 (-7), followed by Veronika Germain of Cypress who shot 70 (-2) and Carolyn Liu of Katy in third with 72 (E).


“I’m excited that I shot my lowest round today and my coaches helped me shoot really low,” said Darter.


Brayden Verret of Lake Travis took home the championship title in the Little Linksters Boys 9-10 Division after a tournament total of 70 (-2) and will return for his second year at the Texas Junior Cup Matches. 



“It’s awesome to be representing the STPGA 9–10-year-old juniors and it is just a great experience,” said Verret.

In the Little Linksters Girls 11-12 Division, Lindy Gan of The Woodlands took home the championship title with a final score of 70 (-1).


“I am very grateful for this opportunity,” said Gan. “I’d like to thank the STPGA. If it wasn’t for them, I wouldn’t have gotten to this place right now.”


Grant DeLorenzo of (Houston) came out on top by two strokes in the Little Linksters Boys 11-12 Division, with a tournament total of 77 (+5) securing the final spot from the Little Linksters Spring Championship that will represent Southern Texas in this year’s Texas Junior Cup Matches.

 

“I am excited to play in the Texas Junior Cup because I have been practicing this whole year,” said DeLorenzo. “Winning this tournament also shows that I am getting better for the future.”

At the Junior Tour Spring Series Championship, the STPGA saw six divisions crown new champions.


Aadi Parmar of Selma secured the Championship title after shooting a final round score of 70 (-2). With a tournament total of 145 (+1), Parmar led the Junior Tour Boys 11-12 Division by seven strokes.


“It means a lot to me because I fought hard in golf and I’ve played for a really long time,” said Parmar. “I feel like I deserved to win.”


In the Junior Tour Girls 11-12 Division, Emily Zhang of Katy was crowned the Champion after shooting a tournament total of 153 (+9), narrowly beating runner-up Natasha Milinthachinda by one stroke.


“It’s really lucky that I won because it’s just one stroke,” said Zhang. “After all the hard work I’ve done this year, it really pays off to win.”


Shiv Parmar of Selma came out on top of the Junior Tour Boys 13-14 Division after having three birdies. Parmar had a tournament total of 146 (+2) to win by two strokes.


“It was a great two days playing here at Kingwood,” said Parmar. “The course was pure.”


In the Junior Tour Girls 13-14 Division, Tate Hutcheson of The Woodlands went to a one- hole sudden-death playoff with Jamison Louie of Sugar Land to claim the Championship title with a tournament total of 158 (+14). 



“I practiced so hard and it’s great to win,” said Hutcheson. “The playoff was my favorite part of the past two days with the pressure and it was great to come out on top.”


Hayden Hardwick of Portland claimed the Boys 15-18 Division Junior Tour Championship title after shooting 76 (+4) during Round One and 73 (+1) on Round Two. Hardwick finished with three birdies, leading the field by five strokes.


“Winning my division is nice. This is my first championship with hopefully many more to come,” said Hardwick.


After 36 holes, the Junior Tour Girls 15-18 Division saw Jasmine Do of Cypress claim the champion title, with Lauren Evans of Houston coming in second. Do had a tournament total of 154 (+10), leading the field by an impressive eleven strokes.


“It was a great weekend,” said Do. “My favorite part was playing this course with a great organization that hosted this tournament.”


The Southern Texas PGA Junior Golf Program would like to thank the entire staff at The Clubs of Kingwood for hosting this event for two days, as well as a our presenting partners AHEAD USA and Junior Golf Hub.


To view the full results of the 2021 STPGA Spring Series Championships, please click the links below.


Little Linksters
Junior Tour


To view the full photo gallery from the event, click HERE.


To watch the recap video of this 2021 Spring Series Championship, click HERE.

Srixon Prestige Tour Remarks - May 2026

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!

PT Recap: 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!

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!
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