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Southern Texas PGA Awards
STPGA Award Winners
Each year the Southern Texas PGA recognizes fellow PGA of America Members for their outstanding work and achievements. These Members are nominated by their peers and recognized at our Annual Awards Banquet.
Click below to learn about our current and past Southern Texas PGA Award Winners!
STPGA Awards Process - 2025 Timeline
Nomination Period - May 27 to August 13: During this period, PGA Members can nominate individuals for awards.
Nomination Deadlines - Session 1:
June 25, Session 2: July 16, and Session 3: August 13
On June 27, July 18, and August 15, for people that were nominated, prior to these dates, the STPGA will email you your application. All eligible nominees will receive an application by August 15.
Application Deadline - September 12 at 11:59 p.m. (No applications will be accepted after this date)
Chapter Voting - September 24 - October 15
Committee Meeting and Final Announcement - Late October/Early November
Section Awards
Below is a list of the Section Awards that will be given out along with information on each award and eligibility. PGA Members are more than welcome to nominate more than one person.
Assistant Golf Professional of the Year Award
Bill Strausbaugh Award
Golf Professional of the Year Award
Golf Sales Representative of the Year Award
Harvey Penick Teacher of the Year Award
Junior Golfer of the Year Award Boy and Girl
Merchandiser of the Year Award Public/Resort and Private
Patriot Award
Player Development Award
Professional Development Award
Special Service Award
Youth Player Development Award
2025 Awards Committee
Awards Chairman: Ricky Lyons, Westwood GC
Staff Liaison - Thomas Hutton, Executive Director
Board Member - Mike Mainhart, Laredo CC
Board Member - Aaron Krause, Max Starcke Park GC
Bryan Minnick, Traditions Club
Craig Trahan, Houston Country Club
Andrew Peterson, Alamo City Golf Trail
Kayla McFall, San Antonio Country Club
Doug Strawbridge, GOLFTEC - Upper Kirby
Tirrel Baymon, Cypresswood Golf Club
Roger Stebbins, High Meadow Ranch Golf Club
Doug Carlton, R II M Golf Academy
Bryant Hiskey, PING
