Introducing the 2025 Summer Interns
The Southern Texas PGA is happy to announce our new interns joining the staff for the Summer 2025 season! Please welcome these individuals into our great Section and we look forward to continuing our incredible service and growing the game!
Operations Interns
Jack Mitrovich
Hi, my name is Jack Mitrovich and I am from League City, Texas. I am currently a student at Eastern Kentucky University as a Marketing Major as well as a part of the PGA Professional Golf Management Program, I played college golf at the University of St. Thomas in Houston, Texas before returning to EKU. I love to travel as well as play and watch sports, Roll Kerns!
I love to watch the game of golf flourish and I’m blessed that this internship with the STPGA will allow me to help the game grow even more!
James Gilmore
Hello, my name is James Gilmore and I am back with the Southern Texas PGA for the summer after an awesome spring season. I am from Richmond, Virginia. I graduated from Virginia Tech in December 2023 with a degree in Sports Media & Analytics and minors in Event Management and Leadership. I am a huge sports fan and cheer on my alma mater with passion. Go Hokies! Last season, I learned a lot about the rules of golf and how to run great tournaments for our golfers in the spring. I look forward to continue learning and build on the relationships I have made thus far. After my time with the STPGA is up, I plan to attend Ohio University for my masters degree in business and sports administration. Go Bobcats! Before that, I look forward to a great summer. See you all out on the course!
Tyler Honea
Howdy! My name is Tyler Honea, and I’m excited to be joining the STPGA as a summer 2025 intern! I just wrapped up my junior year at Texas A&M University, where I’m studying Sport Management. I’m from Tomball, Texas, and have been playing soccer and golf for most of my life. I’m passionate about growing the game of golf by promoting and educating up-and-coming players. I’m also a dedicated supporter of H-town sports and enjoy spending my free time hanging out with friends. This internship is a great opportunity for me to learn more about the golf industry and gain hands-on experience in business operations to help shape my career in sports. Gig'em Ags!
Zackhery Hernandez
Hi, my name is Zackhery Hernandez. I am excited to be a part of the summer internship at the STPGA. I am originally from Johnson City, TX where I graduated high school in 2018. After I graduated, I joined the United States Air Force and served for six years. I am currently a student in the PGM program at Sam Houston State University. I have always been passionate about golf since I was a little kid, this passion has led me to want to pursue a career in the industry. I'm looking forward to learning more about tournament operations at STPGA over the summer.
Kara Giallanza
Hey y’all! My name is Kara Giallanza and I am from Cypress, Tx. I graduated from the University of Arkansas in May of 2025, with a Bachelor of Science in Recreation and Sports Management and a minor in Human Development and Family Sciences. Woo Pig Sooie!
In my free time I enjoy traveling, attending sporting events, going to concerts and being outdoors! I look forward to joining the STPGA team this summer as a Tournament Operations Intern! I am excited to expand my knowledge of the sports industry throughout this internship!
Antonia Espinosa
Hi, I’m Antonia Espinosa! I’m originally from Houston and recently graduated from the University of Arkansas with a degree in Advertising and Public Relations. I’ve always had a passion for sports and storytelling, so I’m excited to be part of the STPGA team! Outside of work, I love going on runs, reading, and spending time with my friends and family!
Digital Media Interns
Ava Somera
Hi everyone! My name is Ava Somera and I am a born and bred Houstonian studying Media Production with an emphasis on the sports industry at the University of Houston. I am currently a Media Intern for the UH Athletics department as the lead Creative for the Women's Golf Team (previously the lead of Swim & Dive), and I am also the VP of Communications for the UH Delta Gamma chapter. In my free time, I love to hike, go on road trips and listen to house music! Thanks to the STPGA team, I have a new opportunity to grow in the golf world alongside great junior players, pros and employees. I am most excited to work in a new environment where I can work on different creative skills that I might not have had time to experiment with during the school year.
Emily Jensen
Hi there! My name is Emily Jensen, and I’m a student at the University of Nebraska at Kearney. I’m majoring in Multimedia and minoring in Media Production. I am scheduled to graduate this December. I was born and raised in Kearney, Nebraska and I’m thrilled to be a part of STPGA.
I’m love golf! I played in high school and for two years in college. I currently work at Kearney Country Club and coach PGA Junior League there. I’ve gained valuable insights into the behind-the-scenes of the golf side of the country club.
When I’m not on the golf course, you can find me hunting and fishing with my dad, spending time with my family, or cheering on the Nebraska Cornhuskers. I’m incredibly excited about the opportunity to continue my passion for golf with STPGA, showcasing my creative style and my deep love for the game.
