PGA REACH Southern Texas July 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.
2025 SAVE THE DATE
It’s almost that time of year again — the annual Online Auction benefiting PGA REACH Southern Texas is right around the corner! All proceeds go directly toward supporting our four core pillars: junior golf, college scholarships, PGA HOPE, and employment opportunities — helping us continue to positively impact lives through the game of golf.
This year’s auction features an incredible lineup of items, including rounds of golf at premier courses, stay and play packages, playing lessons with PGA Professionals, exclusive sports experiences like an Austin FC package, and much more.
Mark your calendars — the 2025 Online Auction will run from August 19th through August 26th. You won’t want to miss your chance to bid on these amazing experiences while supporting a great cause!
If you’re interested in donating an item to this year’s auction, please contact slummus@pgahq.com for more information.
PGA HOPE
PGA REACH Southern Texas is proud to announce that PGA HOPE Southern Texas has expanded with a new location for 2025 in Austin -- Golfinity!
Veterans and Active Duty Military, please use the links below to view more details regarding the newly added sessions and to get registered to play!
COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS
SCHOLARSHIP SPOTLIGHT:
ISABELLA CARTER
Meet Gary Patterson Scholarship recipient Isabella Carter, a longtime STPGA member heading to Tulane University this fall. From Little Linksters to the Prestige Tour, Isabella’s golf journey has been shaped by years of dedication—and a community that’s become like family.
JUNIOR GOLF
STPGA JUNIOR CHAMPIONSHIP INVITES SENT THIS WEEK
The wait is finally over — Championship Invites for the STPGA Summer Championship dropped JULY 30TH!
We’re less than four days out from the biggest event of the summer, happening August 4–6, 2025, at the iconic Palmer Course at The Woodlands Country Club. Get ready for an unforgettable week as the top junior golfers in our program go head-to-head.
We can’t wait to kick off championship week!
JUNIOR LEAGUE SECTIONAL CHAMP & DCP SUB-REGIONAL RECAP
San Antonio has been buzzing with energy as we wrapped up two incredible events: the 2025 PGA Jr. League Section Championship and the Drive, Chip & Putt Sub-Regional! From exciting matches to impressive skills on the tee box, green, and everywhere in between, it's been a week full of fun, sportsmanship, and unforgettable memories.
We want to give a huge shoutout to all the participants who came out and gave it their all. And of course, a big congratulations to our winners—we’re so proud of you and everything you’ve accomplished!
Click below to check out the photos from both events!
PRESTIGE TOUR CHAMPIONSHIP RECAP
The second annual Insperity Invitational Tour Championship, hosted by the Srixon Prestige Tour, wrapped up after two exciting days at Champions Golf Club (Jackrabbit) in Houston, Texas. Back for its second year, this elite event celebrates the top performers from the Srixon Prestige Tour season—bringing together 76 of the best junior golfers for a true championship showdown.
Congratulations to our Champions of the 2nd Annual Insperity Invitational Tour Championship!
Boys Champion: Ryan Lee - 69-69 - 138 (-4)
Girls Champion: Payson Pistono - 70-73 - 143 (+1)
Click below to check out the event photos!
TOURNAMENT UPDATES
2025 GOLF CLUB OF HOUSTON INVITATIONAL
Event Date- Monday, September 22
Started in 2021, this event was put together to commence a scholarship in honor of STPGA Past President Charlie Epps. Mr. Epps has been a fixture in golf in Houston for over 40 years and continues his good work by impacting lives though golf and helping juniors further their education and get closer to their dreams!
For information on team entries, please contact Foundation Coordinator, Sarah Lummus at slummus@pgqhq.com.
To learn more about the tournament, click below!
MILES FORE THE FUTURE
CALLING ALL RUNNERS
PGA REACH Southern Texas officially launched Miles Fore the Future, a new fundraising campaign that turns miles into impact. Through this initiative, runners pledge to complete races while raising money for PGA REACH Southern Texas programs such as junior golf, college scholarships, and PGA HOPE. Donors can pledge a dollar amount per mile to support a specific runner and make a direct difference.
We invite you to get involved by supporting one of our runners—make a pledge today!
If you or someone you know is interested in becoming a STPGA Miles Fore the Future Runner, please contact slummus@pgahq.com to join the team!
Click here to learn more!
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!
If you are interested in becoming involved in our Foundation and helping grow our mission of impacting lives through golf, please contact Sarah Lummus our Foundation Coordinator - slummus@pgahq.com
