Southern Texas PGA Awards
The 2026 Nomination Period is Now Open!
STPGA Awards Process - 2026 Timeline
Nomination Period - May 26 through August 12: During this period, PGA Members can nominate individuals for awards.
Nomination Deadline -
August 12 at 11:59 p.m.
All eligible nominees submitted on or before the 12th will receive an application emailed to them by August 14.
Application Deadline - September 14 at 11:59 p.m. (No applications will be accepted after this date)
Section and Chapter Winners Determined: Fall 2026
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.
Golf Professional of the Year Award
Professional Development Award
Harvey Penick Teacher of the Year Award
Patriot Award
Bill Strausbaugh Award
Golf Sales Representative of the Year Award
Assistant Golf Professional of the Year Award
Merchandiser of the Year Award
Player Development Award
Junior Golfer of the Year Award
Female and Male
Youth Player Development Award
Special Service Award
2026 Awards Committee
Chair
Andrew Peterson | Alamo City Golf Trail
Committee
Matt Scadden | Quail Valley Golf Club
Mike Frost | Briggs Ranch Golf Club
Jim Nittoli | San Antonio Country Club
Derek Hooper | Royal Oaks Golf Club
Ricky Lyons | The Covey at Big Easy Ranch
Camille Enright | Boot Ranch Golf Club
Andrew Miller | Sun City Golf Club
Greg Hiller | TPC San Antonio
Jennifer MacCurrach | First Tee of Greater Austin
Nick Trice | Trice Teaching Services
Staff Liaisons
Thomas Hutton | Southern Texas PGA
Sarah Lummus | Southern Texas PGA
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 past Southern Texas PGA Award Winners!
