Cimarron Hills Pro-Am

Benefitting the J.L. Lewis Scholarship and PGA REACH Southern Texas

Thank you for joining us at the 2025 Cimarron Hills Pro-am!

The Cimarron Hills Pro-Am was established in 2017 by PGA Director of Golf Chris de Keratry and has since become a highly anticipated annual event known for its outstanding tee gifts, prizes, and overall experience. In 2021, the tournament introduced a scholarship in partnership with PGA REACH Southern Texas, honoring longtime STPGA Member and instructor J.L. Lewis.



The 2025 tournament marked the fifth year of awarding the J.L. Lewis Scholarship, continuing the tradition of supporting students through this impactful initiative. Southern Texas PGA Members remain at the heart of the golf industry—leading exceptional facilities, hosting events like this one, and raising funds that make a difference in their communities.


For more information on team entries, contact Chris de Keratry - chrisd@cimarronhills.com

J.L. Lewis Biography


J.L. was a respected golfer, winning the John Deere Classic in 1999 and the 84 Lumber Classic in 2003, as well as an international victory at the Honda Invitational in Guadalajara, Mexico. He was a PGA TOUR and PGA Tour Champions member, embodying the values of a true golf professional.


J.L. Lewis began his golf career in 1988, qualifying for the PGA Tour but returning to Club Professional roles. During his time as a Golf Professional, he achieved numerous accolades, including winning the 1986 Alamo Chapter Southern Texas Player of the Year and the 1992 Southern Texas PGA Player of the Year. Multiple myeloma ended his competitive career, leading him to dedicate his time to teaching golf. He worked at various clubs in Southern Texas and eventually founded the J.L. Lewis Golf Academy, where he served until his passing on New Year's Eve, 2019.

LEARN MORE ABOUT J.L.HERE
Grand Total Awarded in Scholarships

$102,000

2025 J.L. Lewis Scholarship Recipients

Ezekiel Alderete

Texas A&M University- Kingsville

Hometown: Weslaco, TX

Cole Cantu

University of the Incarnate Word

Hometown: San Antonio, TX

Caleb Guerra

Texas A&M University at San Antonio

Hometown: Zapata, TX

Andrew Hill

Southern Nazarene University

Hometown: Corpus Christi, TX

Preston Hiller

Sam Houston State University

Hometown: San Antonio, TX

Audrey Jones

University of Texas at Austin

Hometown: Richmond, TX

Kolton Pannell

Sam Houston State University

Hometown: Meadowlakes, TX

Click to see photos from previous years below!