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| Good Luck to Teachers & Students |  |
Dr. Seuss said it best in a favorite childhood book, Oh the Places You’ll Go!, “Today is your day. You’re off to great places! You’re off and away!” As we near school starting later this month, we want to wish all of the administrators, parents, teachers and students the best of luck. May the new school year kick-start fun educational adventures and inspire young minds to new heights.
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| Valero Junior Texas Open: Future Stars Rose to the Occasion | |
 | | Garrett Reband (age: 16) of Cleburne, Texas (73-71-72—216; E) and Chaithra Katamneni (age: 18) of Coppell, Texas (77-74-74—225; +9) were crowned Champions of the Boys and Girls Divisions respectively. |
The Valero Junior Texas Open took place July 14-16; and for the first time, this long-standing event on the American Junior Golf Association’s (AJGA) schedule was moved to the Greg Norman-designed AT&T Oaks Course at TPC San Antonio, home of the Valero Texas Open.
The 96 player field had a broad reach, which represented six states and six countries including Australia, China, India, Korea, Mexico and Sweden. The home of the PGA TOUR’s annual Valero Texas Open provided the perfect setting for competitors and their families to enjoy a “PGA TOUR-like” experience.
Following a fun Junior-Am competition on Monday, the talented boys and girls tested their skills over three rounds (Tuesday – Thursday).
Beyond providing a memorable competition experience for these young golfers, the community support helped raise valuable dollars for The First Tee of Greater San Antonio, the AJGA’s ACE Grant Scholarship Program and various other Valero Texas Open supported charities.
In the end, Garrett Reband (age: 16) of Cleburne, Texas (73-71-72—216; E) and Chaithra Katamneni (age: 18) of Coppell, Texas (77-74-74—225; +9) were crowned Champions of the Boys and Girls Divisions respectively.
In addition to winning a miniature replica of the Valero Texas Open trophy, Garrett and Chaithra earned the opportunity to compete in this year’s Junior PGA Championship, which was held at Miramont Country Club in Bryan, Texas from Aug. 4-6.
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| Junior PGA Champion earns Valero Texas Open’s First 2016 Exemption | |
 | | 17-year old Brad Dalke, from Hobart, Oklahoma, earned a spot in the 2016 Valero Texas Open. |
This year, the Valero Texas Open was excited to create a “Road to the PGA TOUR” by providing an exemption from the Valero Junior Texas Open into the Junior PGA Championship and the boy’s division champion from it has received an exemption into the 2016 Valero Texas Open.
This year’s Junior PGA Championship, was held at Miramont Country Club in Bryan, Texas from Aug. 4-6. After shooting 6-under par for the tournament (9-under par -62- in round 2), Brad Dalke reigned victorious at this year’s Junior PGA Championship; earning himself a spot in the 2016 Valero Texas Open in April and compete alongside many of the world’s top professionals.
Seventeen-year-old Dalke is from Hobart, Oklahoma and we look forward to welcoming him to the Valero Texas Open this coming April!
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| Highlights From Special Events: A Night to Honor Our Heroes presented by USAA | |
With over 1,000 guests comprised of active military representing all ranks and branches, wounded warriors, and corporate partners, the seventh annual A Night to Honor Our Heroes presented by USAA filled the room to capacity on the evening of Friday, March 27.
While attendees marveled at the collection of rarely seen historic military artifacts, the highlight of the evening was Medal of Honor recipient MSG (R) Leroy Petry sharing his testimony of courage and perseverance, while serving our country and his recovery process from the wounds of the war.
Phil Mickelson, PGA TOUR professional, concluded the evening thanking the military for their service and the freedom we all enjoy. Between the moving remarks and testimony it allowed guests to leave uplifted and with a renewed sense of patriotism.
| |  | Master of Ceremonies, Dan Hicks, NBC Sports Broadcaster | |
| | | Presentation of Colors by Joint Base San Antonio | |
| | | National Anthem sang by John Hyland, U.S. Army SGT (Retired) | |
| | | Drill team presentation by Roosevelt High School JROTC | |
| | | Invocation by CH (MAJ) Roger Rahill (Retired) | |
| | | Active military perspective was shared by General Robin Rand, Commander Air Education &
Training Command for Joint Base San Antonio | |
| | | USAA guest speaker, Eric Enquist, Assistant Vice President of Military Transitions | |
| | | Moving testimony by Featured Speaker and Medal of Honor recipient, MSG (R) Leroy Petry | |
| | | PGA TOUR military appreciation perspective, Phil Mickelson, PGA TOUR golfer and member of the World Golf Hall of Fame |
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| Every Vote Counts! | |
Leading up to and during tournament week, volunteers, Valero employees, fans and supporters helped raise funds for the Valero Texas Open and its supported charities by participating in the PGA TOUR Volunteer Challenge sponsored by Myrbetriq®
There is still time to raise additional funds by voting for the Valero Texas Open as your favorite PGA TOUR stop! To participate, visit www.tourchallenge.com and vote. The Valero Texas Open has the chance to earn up to $30,000 in bonus funds based on the number of votes collected ($1 for every unique vote cast). The proceeds will be earmarked to support a myriad of charitable causes and organizations the tournament supports in the local community, so please take one quick minute to complete your one-time vote. Your vote will help us do more for those who need it most.
Thank you very much for your continued support!
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