Meet the Member: Jason Alexander, PGA
Jason Alexander, PGA – Energy, Family-Man, Making a Difference!
PGA of America Member, Jason Alexander, is more than just a Golf Professional that entertains and brings high energy to anything he does. Born and raised in Bellville, Texas, his journey in golf started at the age of 15 where he quickly learned the game and fell in love. His playing ability allowed him to compete at a high level in junior golf and then went on to Stephen F. Austin State University.
In 2005, Jason crossed paths with PGA Member Mark Steinbauer, who was the Director of Golf at The Club at Carlton Woods. Through this relationship, Jason became the Head Golf Professional at the Club, and has been there ever since.
“I went to visit the club, fell in love with it, and the rest is history,” said Alexander who became a PGA of America Member in 2009.
However, there is more to know about Jason outside of his life at Carlton Woods, and the two words that come to mind are family man. Jason and his wife Shawna have two children, Austin and Myles. Five years ago, Austin was diagnosed with Sotos Syndrome, a rare generic disorder that added a new element to Jason’s life. Jason quickly had to learn to balance work and supporting Austin to ensure he was living the best life possible.
“I take him to all of his activities and participate in all of his school functions,” said Alexander. “We are trying to give him the most joy in his life as possible.”
The Alexander’s cherish spending time with each other, especially on the weekends. They ride horses on Saturday and head to the gym on Sunday. A lot of activities Austin participates in are sensory driven to help him use his hands, given he is non-verbal.
Coincidentally, around the same time that Austin was born, Jason started “The Pros Show” at The Club at Carlton Woods. The show was first designed to give updates to the members via video rather than traditional emails. The show has grown and taken on many different forms throughout the years, but today his love for his son and the show have joined together.
In addition to golf content, it now features special needs kids and their stories. New in 2024, the show will premiere on the CW Network Saturday nights starting April 13.
“I have really jumped into the special needs community, and we have met many wonderful people through it. It’s my new life’s calling to be a leader in that community and build something special.”
Jason’s worlds are colliding because of Austin, and he couldn’t be happier. He spends time with Austin and his friends on the course to help establish a strong relationship with them. Jason continues to showcase that golf is more than a game. It gives you relationships that will last a lifetime and positively impact lives.
The Southern Texas PGA is made up of many unique PGA of America Members that love golf and are the backbone to the industry. Throughout the year, we look forward to showcasing more unique stories like this and appreciate Jason’s support and passion for the game and all things STPGA.
Jason will continue to showcase his energy and passion for the industry this coming Monday night as our official emcee at the Annual Awards Banquet.
