PGA REACH Southern Texas July Recap

Ximena Davila • July 29, 2024

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.

GENERAL UPDATES

2024 ONLINE AUCTION OPENS IN LESS THAN A MONTH!

It is almost that time of year again, for the annual Online Auction benefiting PGA REACH Southern Texas. PGA REACH Southern Texas has four pillars that continue to impact lives through golf! This year's Online Auction features some unbelievable items and all the money raised goes towards fulfilling our mission through junior golf, college scholarships, PGA HOPE, and employment opportunities

Some of these items include Astros Tickets, Golf Packages around Southern Texas, Dormie Network membership, Destination/Stay & Play trips, and many more items to bid on.



This year's Online Auction will run from August 20th to 27th, so mark your calendars!

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

CHECK IN WITH OUR 2024 SUMMER INTERNS!

From working Drive, Chip, and Putt qualifiers to gearing up for our biggest Junior Championship of the year, our summer interns do it all with a smile on their face!



Click below to check in with our interns and see some highlights from their internship so far!


2024 SUMMER INTERN CHECK IN

COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS

SCHOLARSHIP SPOTLIGHT: MEREDITH SPEER

Teeing Up Success: Meredith Speer's Journey in PGA Golf Management.



Currently in her second year at Sam Houston State University, Meredith Speer is paving the way not only for herself, but for all women in the golf industry. Thanks to the support of the George Hannon Scholarship, Meredith is able to pursue a degree in PGA Golf Management and get closer to her dream of becoming a PGA of America Member.


READ MEREDITH'S STORY HERE

PGA HOPE

PGA HOPE SPOTLIGHT: SERGIO AVENDAÑO

PGA HOPE Ambassador Sergio Avendaño has a deep passion for making golf accessible and inclusive for everyone. Through his role as a PGA HOPE Ambassador, Sergio plays a key role in introducing Veterans to the therapeutic benefits of golf, offering them hope and fostering a deep sense of camaraderie.

READ MORE ABOUT SERGIO HERE
INAUGURAL SOUTHERN TEXAS PGA HOPE CUP RESCHEDULED!

Following conversations with The Clubs of Kingwood, the inaugural STPGA HOPE Cup has been rescheduled to Saturday, September 14th due to course restorations following Hurricane Beryl.



If you would like to learn more about the STPGA HOPE Cup click below.

MORE INFORMATION

JUNIOR GOLF

ONE WEEK OUT FROM THE BEST WEEK IN GOLF!

The Southern Texas PGA Junior Golf is gearing up for our biggest week of Junior Golf ever! We will have three Championships taking place over the course of August 4th - 7th.


1. Ben Hogan Junior Cup Matches at Shady Oaks Country Club in Fort Worth.


2. Insperity Invitational Tour Championship for the Srixon Billiard Factory Prestige Tour at Barton Creek Resort & Spa (Lakeside) in Spicewood.



3. STPGA Junior Championship at The Woodlands Country Club (Palmer) in The Woodlands.


Below you will find a summary of coverage for each event on our different social media channels!


Ben Hogan Junior Cup Matches
Coverage on STPGA Section Instagram | @stexaspga

  • Sunday, August 4 – Tuesday, August 6


Insperity Invitational Prestige Tour Championship
All coverage on the STPGA Junior Golf Instagram | @stpgajuniorgolf

  • Sunday, August 4 | 12:00 p.m. - Dark
  • Monday, August 4 | 6:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
  • Tuesday, August 5 | 6:30 a.m. – Conclusion


STPGA Junior Championship
All coverage on the STPGA Junior Golf Instagram | @stpgajuniorgolf

  • Monday, August 4 | 1:00 p.m. – End of Opening Ceremonies
  • Tuesday, August 5 | Conclusion of Insperity Invitational Championship – Dark
  • Wednesday, August 6 | 6:30 a.m. – Conclusion


PGA JR. LEAGUE SECTION CHAMPIONS!

Congratulations to the River Place All-Star teams for winning the STPGA PGA Jr. League Section Championship in both the 13u and 17u divisions! 

Good luck at Forest Creek Golf Club for the Regional Championship!



Click below to see the photos from the Section Championship.

PHOTO GALLERY

If you are interested in becoming involved in our Foundation and helping grow our mission of impacting lives through golf, please contact Ximena Davila our Foundation Coordinator - xdavila@pgahq.com

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