Overall participation increased by a record 16.1% last year, largely in part to the new senior division that was
implemented, and purses increased by 6.0%. In addition, overall participation in individual major championships is up by
26.6% and purses are up by 47.5% over the past fourteen years.
The Section maintains a strong relationship with the PGA TOUR by conducting qualifying events for the HP Byron
Nelson Championship and WNB Golf Classic along with the multiple stages of PGA TOUR Qualifying School.
The administration of the day-to-day responsibilities of the Section and Foundation has required that the NTPGA maintain
significant technology capabilities. All Section data is now backed up in a cloud based application off-site. In addition,
staff education, cross-training and performance reviews have been enhanced and standardized for optimum efficiency.
A Look Ahead
The Board of Directors, PGA Membership and staff have laid the groundwork for the Section’s future success. I am very
confident that with the continued support of our Board and Membership that our team will continue to provide exceptional
programs and services for all our customers.
Look for the Northern Texas PGA to continue to grow in an aggressive; yet responsible manner, for the ultimate benefit of
PGA golf professionals in this region as well as everyone connected to the game.
Please accept my best wishes for an outstanding 2013. Call upon the Northern Texas PGA team when we can