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ELLIS & MACIASZ MOVE ON TO STREAMSONG
AVONDALE, LA – SEPTEMBER 1, 2026: In the midst of scattered thunderstorms and high humidity, Kyle Ellis, PGA, from the Country Club of Oxford,
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KYE MEEKS CAPTURES 2026 GULF STATES OPEN TITLE IN STARKVILLE
STARKVILLE, MS – AUGUST 23, 2026: The Fifty-Third Annual Gulf States Open was held at Starkville Country Club on August 21-23rd. The tournament
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Steve Chaney, PGA Celebrates 50 Years of PGA Membership and a Lifetime of Impact
BILOXI, Miss. — In 2026, Steve Chaney celebrates his 50th anniversary as a PGA of America, marking a career that began with his Class A membership
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Gulf States PGA
(opens in a new tab)The Gulf States PGA is one of 41 PGA of America Sections. It includes all of Mississippi & Louisiana.
2026 Gulf States PGA Professional Champion: Kyle Ellis, PGA. Post Round Interview! 🏆
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Kyle Ellis, PGA of The Country Club of Oxford is your 2026 Gulf States PGA Professional Champion, edging out Will Maciasz, PGA of Grand Bear Golf Course in a playoff. 🏆
Ellis & Maciasz will move on to the 2027 PGA of America National Professional Championship at Streamsong Golf Resort next April. Jacob Berry, PGA, Jacob Ross, PGA & Jake Narro, PGA are our alternate qualifiers!
TPC Louisiana was a true championship host these past two days and we must thank Head Professional - Alex Abbruzza, PGA, GM - Luke Farabaugh, PGA & Superintendent - Luke McCool for their hard work during the championship.
Supporting this championship were title sponsors Club Car, Corebridge Financial, & Rolex along with the supporting parents that are all tagged above. We truly appreciate everyone involved for their support!
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Kyle Ellis, PGA of The Country Club of Oxford is the Round 1 leader here at the 2026 Gulf States PGA Professional Championship with an opening round 65 (-7).
Follow along tomorrow as we crown a champion and decide who all is going to qualify for the PGA of America National PGA Professional Championship! 🏆
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Former Ole Miss Men's Golf standout Kye Meeks is your 2026 Gulf States Open Champion presented by Ben Nelson Golf and Outdoor E-Z-GO. Meeks fired a final round 63 highlighted by a closing birdie on #18 to secure the 🏆. Benjamin Fernandez & Jacob Bergeron finished runner up, with Fernandez securing the low amateur title.
Nicholas Arcement of Country Club of Louisiana, Jared Smith of Windance CC, and Sam Jeffcoat of Tupelo CC are our low PGA Professionals of the event!
Supporting this event was long time Gulf States PGA partner Benji Nelson with Ben Nelson Golf and Outdoor, Carey Wiegand with Edwin Watts Golf, and Stuart Fogartie with Sun Cruiser. Thank you to all for your tremendous support!
Lastly, a note of appreciation for the entire staff & membership at Starkville Country Club. The club served as a fantastic host for the 2026 Gulf States Open. General Manager, Scott Buntin, PGA / Director of Golf, Zach Tate, PGA / Superintendent, Justin Lanford & Assistant Professionals, Sam Dupeire & Andrew Ponson. Thank you to all!
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Ryan Dupuy follows up his opening round 64 (-8) with another impressive 65 (-7) and grows his lead to 3, sitting at -15 total entering the final day of the 2026 Gulf States Open presented by Ben Nelson Golf and Outdoor E-Z-GO.
Make sure to follow along tomorrow as we prepare to crown the 2026 Gulf States Open Champion at Starkville Country Club!
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Ryan Dupuy, Jared Smith, & Parker Greene all share the lead at -8 after Round 1 of the 2026 Gulf States Open at Starkville Country Club presented by Ben Nelson Golf and Outdoor E-Z-GO
Follow along for the next two days on our story or the link in bio 🏆
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Making the Game Better for 50+ Years
The Gulf States Section, Professional Golfers’ Association of America, is an association of golf professionals whose mission is to promote interest, participation, and enjoyment in the game of golf; establish and maintain professional standards of practice; and enhance the well-being of golf professionals.
Strategic Objectives:
- Establish a collegial and supportive environment among PGA Members, including:
–Organized Competition
–Meetings
–Benefits - Encourage the use and employment of PGA Professionals by providing services to golfers and the golf industry.
- Enhance the skill levels of members and apprentices through education.
- Provide service to support National programs within the Section.
- Promote enjoyment and participation in the game by providing programs and services to golfers.
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Louisiana Junior Golf Tour
OPEN TO JUNIORS OF ALL SKILL LEVELS, AGES 11-18
The mission of the LJGT is to create more playing opportunities for ALL junior golfers in Louisiana and to do so at an affordable rate.
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Required for all Class A PGA Members
Total PDR per cycle = 54 Meeting/Education/Player Development/Professional Standards = 36
