NTPGA Board of Directors Awards Shane Pearce with 2021 AT&T Byron Nelson Exemption
Abigail Kasitz • July 7, 2020
Shane Pearce was unable to compete with the exemption he earned at the Section Championship into his first PGA TOUR event, the AT&T Byron Nelson, but will compete in 2021.
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– Shane Pearce, 2019 Joyce Crane / Veritex Bank Section Championship champion and PGA head professional at Hurricane Creek Country Club, was unable to compete with the exemption he earned into his first PGA TOUR event, the AT&T Byron Nelson, due to its cancellation in May. At a recent Northern Texas PGA Board of Directors meeting the exemption was discussed and it was voted unanimously that Pearce may retain the exemption to compete in next year's AT&T Byron Nelson at TPC Craig Ranch, right down the street from where he lives and works.
“We are excited that Shane will be competing at the AT&T Byron Nelson next May. We know that he will represent the NTPGA and Mr. Nelson with class and we look forward to watching him compete with the best in the world,” said Jon Drago, PGA, Tournament Director, AT&T Byron Nelson.
The 2021 AT&T Byron Nelson will be conducted next May and will be held at it’s new location, TPC Craig Ranch in McKinney, TX. Learn more about the AT&T Byron Nelson HERE.
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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!
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