Ewing Charity Classic Supports NTPGA Foundation
PGA of America Golf Professional Wins $50,000 in Closest-to-the-Hole Shootout
DALLAS, Texas (May 4) – The Northern Texas PGA hosted the Ewing Charity Classic today at Brook Hollow Golf Club, raising $350,000 in support of the Northern Texas PGA Foundation.
This event has become known as one of the nation’s most unique and celebrated pro-am events, and today was the 20th playing of the fundraising tournament.
“I can’t believe we have been doing this for 20 years! I love being able to do this, to have a special day where people can come out and enjoy Brook Hollow Golf Club, while supporting the NTPGA Foundation, a Foundation that does so many wonderful things using the game of golf,” said Fin Ewing III. “It’s been a great 20 years, I absolutely love the PGA Golf Professionals and appreciate all that they do for the game, and I hope to have 20 years more!”
Over the last 30 years, the Ewing Charity Classic and its predecessor, the Westcott Pro-Am (1996–2005), have raised $6,310,000 to benefit the Northern Texas PGA Foundation’s broad community outreach efforts. The funds generated from the tournament help further the Foundation’s mission to positively impact lives and communities through golf.
This event is traditionally held in the fall and includes PGA TOUR players in the format, but freezing temperatures in early December 2025 required a reschedule.
The Ewing Charity Classic featured 22 teams consisting of three amateurs and a PGA of America golf professional. The 18-hole format was one low gross ball plus one low net ball of the team.
The winning team was led by PGA Professional Chad Moscovic, director of instruction at The Ronny Golf Park, and included amateurs Taylor Brooks, Preston Phillips and Kyle Brooks. Together, they shot an impressive 20-under par, 120, to claim victory in the competition. Moscovic fired a 65 playing his own ball today. For full event results, please click HERE.
Following the competition, PGA Professionals participated in the highly anticipated Closest to the Hole Shootout, where the winner usually drives home in a brand-new Mercedes-Benz. However, since it was the 20th playing of this event, Fin decided to do something a bit different. He wanted to thank all the PGA professionals who participated by giving away $119,250 with $50,000 going to the shootout winner. The funds were generously provided by Ewing Automotive.
This year’s shootout took place on the Brook Hollow Golf Club tenth tee box from 125 yards. As the afternoon wound down, the air was filled with the lingering scent of cigar smoke, adding a touch of tradition and camaraderie to the PGA Professionals' Closest to the Hole Shootout. Kevin Golding, PGA director of golf at The Lakes at Castle Hills, hit an incredible approach and finished just 7 feet and 8 inches from the hole, a distance no one could best and securing him the grand prize of $50,000.
“Well, I guess I just hit the greatest shot of my life!” said Golding after the shootout. “You know, solid 7 feet and a little bit. It’s unbelievable, so thank you Fin and Finley for all your support of everything that you do for us.”
Golding was the 19th PGA Golf Professional to hit his shot and after the final six professionals hit, no one had bested Golding. The second-place prize was claimed by Neil Lockie, PGA director of golf at Dallas National Golf Club, who put his shot 11 feet 1.25 inches from the hole, earning a $25,000 prize. Dean Larsson, PGA head professional at Royal Oaks Country Club, secured third place and $15,000 with a shot of 12 feet, 11 inches.
The closest to the hole contest was Mr. Ewing’s idea as a way to not only help raise funds for the Northern Texas PGA Foundation but also to say a special thank you to the PGA of America golf professionals who participate in the event. In 2012, it was so well-received that Mr. Ewing decided to keep the shootout going.
About Ewing Automotive Group
Ewing Automotive Group is a fourth-generation, family-owned dealership group based in Plano, Texas, operating since 1940. Led by President Fin Ewing III, it is a prominent North Texas automotive group representing Mercedes-Benz of Plano, Ewing Buick GMC, and Ewing Subaru of Plano, focusing on high-quality customer service, community involvement, and employee development.
About the Northern Texas PGA Foundation
Founded on the mission to positively impact lives and communities through golf, the Northern Texas PGA Foundation is a 501 (c)(3) tax-exempt organization focused on driving change through five pillars: junior golf, college scholarships, inclusion, internships and military & veterans.
About the Northern Texas PGA
The Northern Texas PGA is one of 41 Sections of the PGA of America. Over 1,100 PGA of America Golf Professionals employed at more than 300 facilities comprise this Section. Its geographic territory includes the State of Texas north of the 31st latitude, or just north of Austin. The Northern Texas PGA headquarters are located on the PGA Frisco campus and feature picturesque office space, a growth of the game pavilion and a golf park designed for junior golfers and families. The Northern Texas PGA staff’s mission is to serve PGA of America golf professionals and grow the game by managing the day-to-day affairs of the Section. The Northern Texas PGA also operates the Northern Texas PGA Foundation and The Ronny Golf Park.
