Cimarron Hills Pro-Am Raises $70,000 for PGA REACH Southern Texas
J.L. Lewis' Legacy Powers Another Year of Giving Back
GEORGETOWN, TX – On May 9, the Cimarron Hills Golf & Country Club proudly hosted the Annual Cimarron Hills Pro-Am benefitting the J.L. Lewis Scholarship and PGA REACH Southern Texas. This year's event welcomed 160 players and raised an outstanding $70,000 to support junior golf, college scholarships, and veterans through the STPGA Foundation.
Now in its 14th year, the tournament began as a vision from PGA Director of Golf Chris de Keratry to host a standout event that gives back to PGA REACH Southern Texas. Four years ago, the event took on even deeper meaning when Dawn Lewis partnered with Chris to honor her late husband, PGA Professional J.L. Lewis, and help provide scholarship opportunities for junior golfers.
“The event really took off when we joined forces with Dawn and tied J.L.’s name to it,” said de Keratry. “J.L. Lewis’ impact on the game in Austin and across Southern Texas continues to grow through these scholarships.”
The Pro-Am weekend kicked off Thursday evening with a lively welcome party featuring Texas country artist Kevin Fowler, where players, supporters, and their families gathered to celebrate, connect, and share in the mission of the event. On Friday, 160 players teed it up alongside STPGA Professionals, Touring Professionals, and friends of J.L. Lewis for a fun and meaningful day on the course.
“Chris, Dawn, and the entire Cimarron Hills team do a phenomenal job creating an experience that’s both meaningful and fun,” said Thomas Hutton, Executive Director of the Southern Texas PGA. “This event is a shining example of how community and golf come together to make a real difference.”
The impact of this year’s event is already being felt. Seven scholarships were awarded in 2025 through the J.L. Lewis Scholarship, bringing the total awarded since its inception to $102,000. In addition, funds raised will continue to support the STPGA Foundation’s other three core pillars: Junior Golf, PGA HOPE, and Employment Opportunities.
- The tournament proceeds will help launch the second annual PGA HOPE Cup, bringing together veterans who have completed the PGA HOPE program.
- Over 100 junior golfers will benefit through subsidized entry into STPGA Junior Golf tournaments.
- Continued support will ensure a high-quality internship program, vital for the future of golf leadership and operations.
“We can’t do any of this without the support of our partners, players, and donors,” said Hutton. “We’re deeply thankful for everyone who helped make this event another incredible success.”
Special thanks to Chris de Keratry, Dawn Lewis, and the entire Cimarron Hills team for their continued leadership and generosity!
Click below to see all the pictures from the event.
