JJ Killeen is Victorious at the Prize Possessions | E-Z-GO Eastern Championship

Sydney McClinton • June 15, 2022

DALLAS, TX – JJ Killeen, PGA head professional at Red Feather Golf and Social Club, is victorious at the Prize Possessions | E-Z-GO Eastern Championship. Killeen finished the Championship at 7-under-par after rounds of 71-66–137. 


“Last year was my first year in the Section and I just feel comfortable,” said Killeen. “This was a fun course, I had played it in college, but couldn't really remember it. When you play a fun course or one you look forward to playing you sometimes play well.” Killeen heads home to Lubbock with a $3,600 check.


Killeen is the reigning Northern Texas PGA Section Champion and Player of the Year. This marks his second consecutive individual Section major championship. Killeen is currently part of a team overseeing the construction of Red Feather Golf and Social Club in Lubbock, Texas. The new facility is scheduled to open Summer of 2023.


The Championship also included a Senior Division that was made up of 41 professionals ages 50 and over, playing for a separate title and purse. Stuart Hendley, PGA director of instruction at Dallas Athletic Club and Todd McCorkle, PGA Life Member finished at even-par for the Championship and were crowned Co-Champions. Both players took home $1,500 for their share of first place.


“It was nice, I played well again today and made a few putts. The conditions were tough, so I am thrilled about no bogeys. I didn't have a three putt for 36 holes,” said Hendley. “It's always fun doing that on your home course.” The win today is Hendley’s tenth Senior Division Section major championship victory. Hendley fired a final round 35-34–69, 3-under-par.


McCorkle just joined the Northern Texas Section seven months ago and this was his first Section major championship. “To play as well as I did, I was excited,” said McCorkle. “I really putted well this week. I was just so excited about the golf course, the greens were so perfect so it was just fun to play.” McCorkle comes to the Northern Texas Section from the Alabama-NW Florida Section.


The Prize Possessions | E-Z-GO Eastern Championship was presented by AT&T Byron Nelson, GT Golf Supplies, Levelwear, PGA TOUR, PXG, Strike Visuals, Therabody and Vibe Tumblers. 


This 36-hole Northern Texas PGA major championship is the first of four individual stroke play events that comprise the Yamaha Golf-Car Company | Srixon / Cleveland Golf / Asics Player of the Year Points Challenge presented by Adventures In Golf.


Dallas Athletic Club (Blue)

Par 36-36–72

Yardage: 6,830 yards


View final results HERE

Headley and del Olmo Capture First Section Victories at Joyce Crane | Veritex Bank Section Championship

By Steven Clements • September 17, 2025
LEWISVILLE, Texas (September 16) – Adam Headley, PGA head professional at Green Tree Country Club captured the Joyce Crane | Veritex Bank Section Championship after a 6-under-par final round. His bogey-free 34-32–66 and a first round 69, got him to 9-under-par for the Championship and a one stroke victory. It also earned Headley an exemption into the 2026 THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson. Headley was playing in the third to last group and began the final round three strokes behind the leaders. He quickly fell further behind the lead after starting with three pars, until a birdie at the par-5 4th hole got things going. On the back nine it was a battle between Headley and Brian Norman, PGA instructor at Lakewood Country Club. Headley eagled the 12th hole and added two more birdies on 15 and 18 to close and post 9-under-par. “My goal today was to play the par fives 4-under. I accomplished that,” said Headley. “I don’t like to look at the leaderboard, but I looked at it going into 18 tee and had a feeling I was sitting pretty good there.” “Honestly I didn’t think I'd ever win one. Not because I'm not a good player but because we have so many good players in the Section. If I had to choose any tournament to win, it would be this one.” Headley earned $9,250 along with his exemption into THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson. “I’ve been a golf pro for almost 20 years and now to be playing in a PGA TOUR event, I don’t care how I do, It’s going to be a blast. I’m super excited about it, it’s a dream come true.”

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Ronny Glanton Announced to PGA of America Hall of Fame

By Steven Clements • September 8, 2025
The PGA of America announced today that Ronny Glanton, PGA head professional at Sherrill Park Golf Course, will be inducted into the PGA of America Hall of Fame. Glanton, a native of Mineral Wells, Texas, began his career in 1981 as an Assistant Professional at Sherrill Park Golf Course in Richardson, Texas. Upon achieving PGA of America membership in 1984, he took over as Head Professional and has been at the Richardson facility ever since. He is the only member to serve twice as President of the NTPGA (2006-07, ‘18-’19). Glanton played a key role in the PGA of America’s relocation to Frisco, Texas. He is a passionate advocate for junior golf, developing impactful programs like the Sherrill Park Learning Center and the Hawks junior golf team, which have introduced thousands of new golfers to the game; his leadership in the creation of “The Ronny” Golf Park on the PGA Frisco campus further expands community outreach and player development. Among his previous awards are PGA of America Golf Professional of the Year (2020), NTPGA Golf Professional of the Year (1999, ‘07, ‘19), NTPGA Bill Strausbaugh Award (2003-05, ‘08, ‘14) and NTPGA Merchandiser of the Year (1994), plus induction into the Texas Golf Hall of Fame in 2022. Glanton actively supports his colleagues, raising over $100,000 through pro-ams for PGA Members facing medical hardships. He’s also been a four-time contestant in the PGA Professional Championship, five-time contestant in the Senior PGA Professional National Championship and seven-time participant in the PGA TOUR Byron Nelson (now the CJ Cup Byron Nelson). Glanton is a three-time NTPGA Major Champion, six-time Senior Division Major Champion and a 17-time member of the NTPGA Joe Black Cup Team, which he has also captained three times. The PGA of America Hall of Fame originated in 1940 at the suggestion of famed sportswriter Grantland Rice. It is the highest honor the PGA of America can bestow upon its membership or ambassadors of the game. For a full list of PGA of America Hall of Fame members, click here. “The PGA of America is honored to recognize our 2025 Hall of Fame Class and celebrate the incredible impact they have had throughout their careers, inspiring thousands both on and off the course,” said PGA of America President and Master Professional Don Rea Jr., PGA Owner/Operator of Augusta Ranch Golf Club (Arizona). “Whether they have won Major Championships, given thousands of lessons or captivated audiences with trick shots, each PGA Hall of Fame Member has played an essential role in shaping the game of golf as we know it today.” The 2025 PGA of America Hall of Fame Inductees fall under four induction categories: PGA of America Past President Category, PGA of America Golf Professional Category, Tour Player Professional Category and PGA of America Ambassador Category. Congratulations to Ronny on this momentous occasion!