Sains Jr. and Uresti Victorious Again at Boxto Memorial Championship!
AUSTIN, TEXAS (AUGUST 20, 2024) - The Boxto Memorial Championship brought the STPGA and 114 PGA of America Members & Associates out to Omni Barton Creek (Fazio Canyons) for the first time in over 10 years.
With the course in great condition, everything was set for an incredible Section Major. Carlos Sainz Jr., Teaching Professional at The Clubs at Houston Oaks, and Omar Uresti, PGA Life Member, looked to get ahead early, and at the conclusion of day one, Sainz stood at four-under with a three-shot lead and Uresti at five-under with a four-shot lead.
In the Open Division, competition was tight after round one with the top-15 only being separated by three strokes. As the second day unfolded, each player was determined to gain an edge and climb up the leaderboard. The battle was fierce on the course with each player striving to make their move, but at the end of play, Carlos Sainz Jr. stood victorious.
Carlso Sainz Jr. (Open Division Champion)
"The players are getting better and the competition is stronger. I felt like I was knocking on the door at the last two Majors so it feels good to get this win heading into the Section Championship."
The Senior Division would be a different story with Uresti keeping his foot firmly on the gas, increasing his lead to 14 strokes on his way to a tournament total of 67-66–133 (-11). With his fourth win, Uresti would solidify his spot on the 2024 Levy Cup Matches roster.
“To be able to win four Majors and to earn myself a spot on the Levy Cup roster is always a great feeling. It’s a great event to play in and I’ve enjoyed it every year I have played. Hopefully, this year we can come out on top and bring the Cup back to Southern Texas.”
Omar Uresti, PGA (Senior Division Champion)
The Southern Texas PGA wants to thank Brian Mahoney and the staff at OMNI Barton Creek (Fazio Canyons) for being exceptionally prepared and getting the course into fantastic shape for our PGA of America Members and Associates.
We also want to thank our Title Sponsor, Boxto, along with our Presenting Partners, as this event would not be possible without them; Club Car, Coby Stevens, GT Golf Supplies, Landmark Golf Course Products, Levelwear, Omni Golf Collection, PING, Strackaline, and Toptracer Range.
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