Southern Texas PGA Team Leads After Day One of the Texas Joe Black Cup Matches

NTPGA • November 13, 2018

DALLAS, Texas – The Southern Texas PGA leads the Northern Texas PGA 3.5 to 2.5 after day one of the 38th Texas Joe Black Cup Matches.

The cold weather did play a factor in the Matches when the captains and the rules committee made the decision on Monday to cancel the Foursome Matches because the forecast showed freezing temperatures were going to cause a delay both mornings. With the shortened matches, the Northern Texas PGA needs nine points to retain the cup, while the Southern Texas PGA needs nine and a half points to win.

The first match of the day featured Dean Larsson, PGA head professional at Royal Oaks Country Club, and Adam Headley, PGA head professional at Hillcrest Country Club, facing off against Casey Russell, PGA head professional at Golfcrest Country Club, and Ben Kern, PGA head professional at Georgetown Country Club. Kern and Russell put the first points on the board besting Larsson and Headley 5&4.

However, Team NTPGA found the next point as PGA Head Professional and NTPGA President Ronny Glanton and PGA Director of Golf at Vaquero Club Britt Patton beat Jeremy Ice, PGA head professional at Northgate Country Club, and Jason Alexander, PGA head professional at The Club at Carlton Wood, 4&3 in Match #2.

The other full point that the NTPGA team acquired came in Match #3 after rookie Hunter Hidalgo, PGA head professional at Lakewood Country Club, and Tony Johnson, PGA head professional at San Angelo Country Club making his first appearance for the NTPGA team, bested Marc DeWall, PGA general manager at The Clubs of Cordillera Ranch, and Tim Hobby, PGA director of instruction at The Club at Sonterra, 2&1.

The only match to head to hole 18 was the final match of the day where Simon Buckle, PGA head professional at Brook Hollow Golf Club, and Cameron Doan, PGA head professional at Preston Trail Golf Club, took on Ryan Polzin, PGA head professional at Oak Hills Country Club, and Jamie Christianson, PGA head professional at The Dominion Country Club. With a 5-foot, birdie putt made by Doan to halve the match, Team STPGA will only take a 1-point advantage heading into tomorrow’s Singles Matches rather than two.

The teams from each Section are represented by their Section President, the top playing PGA Directors of Golf, PGA Head Professionals and PGA General Managers, a Senior Representative, and a Captain’s Pick. Tony Martinez, PGA director of golf at Keeton Park Golf Course, is captain of the Northern Texas PGA team, and Bryan Minnick, PGA head professional at Shadow Hawk Golf Club, is serving as the Southern Texas PGA captain.

The Texas Joe Black Cup Matches is an annual competition between the Northern Texas PGA and the Southern Texas PGA Sections. The Matches are currently tied at 18-18-1. The Ryder Cup-style format features 12 golf professionals from each Section competing in Four-Ball Matches the first day followed by Singles Matches the final day. The event was started in 1981 to honor Joe Black, a Snyder, Texas, native who was completing his first year as President of The PGA of America.

One point is awarded to a winning match and a half point is awarded to any match that is tied after eighteen holes. Singles matches will begin at 11:00 a.m. off of the first tee on Wednesday morning. The Matches are being contested at Dallas National Golf Club, a 7,016-yards, par 72 layout in Dallas, Texas.

Day One Results.

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Bingaman, Shields Earn First Match Play Victories at the Duel in the Desert at Lajitas Golf Resort

By Margaret Miller • December 9, 2025
LAJITAS, Texas (December 9) – Brandon Bingaman, PGA assistant professional at Gleneagles Country Club, won the Duel in the Desert at Lajitas Golf Resort to claim the 2025 Yamaha Golf-Car Company | Srixon and Nike Match Play Championship Open Division title. Rob Shields, PGA member at The Winsford Group, claimed the Senior Division title. The No. 2-seeded Bingaman battled No. 12 Jon Antunes, PGA director of instruction at Heart of Texas Golf Academy, in a 36-hole final match for the title and $10,000. Both players began their run to the championship match back in October at White Bluff Resort, where they battled their way through the 32-player Match Play Championship bracket. “It’s incredible out here,” said Bingaman. “Jon is awesome; we couldn’t have had more fun. It’s hard, because on one hand you want to win and it's stressful, but on the other hand we were just two guys enjoying playing golf.” After playing 18 holes on Monday, their match stood at 2UP in favor of Bingaman. He continued his charge with birdies on holes 2, 3, 4, 5 and 8, extending his lead to 7UP. Antunes quickly answered back with a long putt on the 9th hole to cut into Bingaman's lead. But, Bingaman drained a birdie putt on hole 13 to end the match. He claimed his first Match Play title 7&5. Bingaman made a putter switch in between the 36-hole match. “I brought two putters with me. I’ve been flipping back and forth recently between a L.A.B Putter and a Scottie Cameron, which did me well last week. Going into this weekend, I had a good feeling [about the latter], and good feelings turned into good playing.” This is the first year that Bingaman has made it to the final match. Antunes has won the title twice, previously in 2021 and 2022. “This was my first time qualifying for [Duel in the Desert], and I was super excited because I’ve heard nothing but great things about Lajitas Golf Resort,” said Bingaman. In the Senior Division, Rob Shields, PGA Member of the Winsford Group, started the day with a 1UP lead over Billy Harris. Harris birdied the 2nd hole to tie the match, and on the next hole, he went 1UP. Shields and Harris battled back and forth on holes 4, 5, 6 and 7 before Shields won holes 8, 9 and 10. His 3UP lead was enough to take the victory on hole 16, 3&2. “I think my putting was good. I hit the fairways today, which is good because if not, you’re playing in the trees, or desert; but, it was fun. I had a good time,” said Shields. He continued by praising his opponent and friend, Billy Harris, “I’ve known Billy for a long time. He’s a good guy.” Shields earned $5,000 for his victory today and his first match play title. This year was the fourth year that the Open Division championship match was conducted in Lajitas and the second year that the Senior Division joined them. “This place is a hidden gem. It’s a great golf course, lots and lots of fun. It was a joy being out here. The elevation changes are awesome,” said Shields about Lajitas Golf Resort. The Yamaha Golf-Car Company | Srixon and Nike Match Play Championship was presented by Adventures In Golf, Lajitas Golf Resort, PGA TOUR, THE CJ CUP Byron Nelson, TPx Communications and XXIO.
Cameron Doan GY

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Team NTPGA Victorious at Historic 45th Texas Joe Black Cup Matches

November 18, 2025
HOUSTON, TEXAS (November 18, 2025) – The historic 45th Joe Black Cup has concluded, and we proudly congratulate Team NTPGA on securing the victory at BraeBurn Country Club with a final score of 15.5–8.5 over Team STPGA. Team NTPGA established early momentum during Day One, delivering an impressive performance in the Four-Ball and Foursomes matches, where they earned 9.5 points to build a commanding lead. Their strong play continued into the Singles matches, where they successfully held off a determined rally from Team STPGA. Throughout Tuesday’s competition, spectators were treated to a dynamic and engaging battle, with the leaderboard frequently shifting between red and blue as both teams exchanged critical points to tie the session 6-6. This year’s event was elevated by a truly memorable “Evening of Honor,” during which we welcomed and celebrated 29 Past Captains. Their presence underscored the tradition, legacy, and camaraderie that define the Texas Joe Black Cup Matches. The evening served as a powerful reminder of the event’s rich history and the influential leaders who have helped shape its enduring significance. We extend heartfelt congratulations to Team NTPGA for their outstanding performance and to both teams for exemplifying sportsmanship, competitive spirit, and pride in their respective sections. The 45th Joe Black Cup will long be remembered as a fitting tribute to the heritage of golf in Texas, Mr. Joe Black, and the individuals who continue to elevate the game. After 45 years of competition, the Northern Texas PGA now holds a 22–21–2 lead over the Southern Texas PGA in the storied history of the Joe Black Cup Matches. The 46th playing will return to Midland Country Club on November 16–17, 2026, where Team STPGA will look to reclaim the cup and bring it back to Southern Texas. A special thank you to Club Car, Srixon, Cleveland Golf, Peter Millar, and Winston Collection for their outstanding partnership and support in creating a world-class atmosphere befitting this historic 45th edition of the Matches. To view the final results, click here .