PGA REACH Southern Texas February Recap

PGA of America REACH Foundation Southern Texas is a 501(c)3 organization focused on impacting lives and communities through the transformative power of golf. Best known as PGA REACH Southern Texas, the Foundation was formed in 1994 and annually impacts thousands of individuals.

Our Foundation stands on four pillars: junior golf, college scholarships, PGA HOPE, & employment opportunities. By focusing on these pillars, PGA REACH Southern Texas strives to uplift, inspire, and empower individuals to reach their full potential.

INTRODUCING NEW PRESTIGE TOUR COORDINATOR: CASEY KLASSEN

The STPGA would like to welcome our new Prestige Tour Coordinator, Casey Klassen. He is originally from Michigan and has previous experience as an intern for the American Junior Golf Association. He started with us on February 24th and we are excited to have him on our team!

To learn more about Casey, click below!

2025 DATES AND REGISTRATION

PGA HOPE is the flagship military program of PGA REACH, the charitable foundation of the PGA of America. PGA HOPE introduces golf to all Veterans in order to enhance their mental, social, physical and emotional well-being. 

Sessions are taught by local PGA Professionals with assistance from trained volunteers and include clubs and equipment if needed, training aids, range balls and weekly golf course access.

2024 PATRIOT AWARD



Doug Carlton, PGA's journey in the golf industry began in 1990 when he was hired by the U.S. Air Force as the Director of Golf at Muroc Lake Golf Course at Edwards Air Force Base. Over the next three decades, he served at numerous military installations, including Moffett Field, Kirtland AFB, Little Rock AFB, and Fort Sam Houston. His dedication and leadership earned him prestigious recognition, including two Civilian of the Year awards from the U.S. Air Force.

JUNIOR GOLF

JUNIOR GOLFERS OF THE YEAR

At this year's STPGA Annual Awards Banquet, Lindsay Lee and Asher Vargas were both honored as Junior Golfer of the Year.

Since joining the Southern Texas PGA Junior Golf program in 2015, both golfers have consistently demonstrated outstanding skill and dedication, earning well-deserved recognition through their impressive string of STPGA victories. Their passion for the game, coupled with their commitment to its core values, has made them stand out as exceptional young athletes. It is with great pride that the STPGA celebrates Lindsay Lee and Asher Vargas as the 2024 Junior Golfers of the Year!



CHECK OUT OUR 2025 FOUNDATION SUPPORTERS!

PGA REACH Southern Texas is proud to announce our incredible sponsors for 2025! The support and partnership of these organizations play a vital role in helping us achieve our mission of impacting lives through the game of golf.

Each of their commitment allows us to expand our pillars and we simply couldn’t do what we do without their generous support.

To see all our amazing supporters, click the link below!