Texas Golf Hall of Fame Announces Class of 2026 The Texas Golf Hall of Fame is proud to announce its Class of 2026. This distinguished group of inductees will be honored during the formal induction ceremony on Sunday, October 19, 2026, at San Antonio Country Club, presented by Huntington Bank. This year’s class represents an exceptional collection of individuals and a historic course whose impact has shaped the legacy and future of golf in Texas. 2026 Texas Golf Hall of Fame Inductees: • Professional Player: Stacy Lewis • Amateur: Colt Knost • Golf Professional / Teacher: Dale Morgan, PGA • Professional Service: Mark Harrison • Lifetime Achievement: Dave Pelz (Posthumously) • Historic Course: River Oaks Country Club (Houston) Each inductee will be commemorated with a granite marker on the Texas Golf Walk of Fame at Brackenridge Park Golf Course in San Antonio, as well as at the Hall of Fame’s anchor sites at The Ronny Golf Park at PGA Frisco and Memorial Park Golf Course in Houston. “This class represents the very best of Texas golf across generations,” said Chairman Mike Booker. “From global champions to transformative leaders and historic venues, each honoree has left a lasting imprint on the game. We are proud to celebrate their achievements and the legacy they continue to build.” Alli Jarrett, Executive Director of the Texas Golf Hall of Fame, added, “The Class of 2026 reflects excellence not only in playing performance, but in leadership, innovation, and service. These inductees have elevated the game in meaningful and lasting ways, and we look forward to honoring their stories and contributions.” The Class of 2026 Digital Museum exhibits are being made possible through a generous grant from the Albert and Margaret Alkek Foundation, ensuring these legacies are preserved and shared for future generations. About the Inductees Professional Player – Stacy Lewis Stacy Lewis, raised in The Woodlands, Texas, is one of the most accomplished American golfers of her generation. After overcoming significant health challenges early in life, Lewis became the 2007 NCAA Individual National Champion at the University of Arkansas before launching a remarkable professional career. Over the course of her career, she amassed 13 LPGA victories, including two major championships, more than 100 top 10 finishes, and reached World No. 1 while earning multiple Player of the Year honors. Lewis represented Team USA in four Solheim Cups as a player and later served as Assistant Captain in 2021 and Captain in 2023 and 2024. She also represented the United States at the 2016 Rio Olympics, finishing T4. Through resilience, determination, and competitive excellence, Lewis secured her place as one of the most accomplished players in LPGA history. (photo credit LPGA) Amateur – Colt Knost Colt Knost, a Dallas native, stands among the most accomplished amateur golfers of his era. In 2007, he achieved a rare double by winning both the U.S. Amateur and U.S. Public Links Championships, while also earning the McCormick Medal as the world’s top-ranked amateur and representing the United States on the victorious Walker Cup team. A standout collegiate player at SMU with seven wins, Knost has remained a prominent voice in the game as a CBS Sports broadcaster, continuing to influence golf well beyond his competitive career. (photo credit USGA) Golf Professional / Teacher – Dale Morgan, PGA Dale Morgan, PGA, has dedicated more than four decades to advancing the game through leadership, mentorship, and excellence in club operations. Best known for his nearly 30-year tenure at Austin Country Club, Morgan upheld and extended one of Texas’s most storied golf traditions while shaping the careers of countless golf professionals and players. A respected leader within the game, Morgan served as President of the Southern Texas PGA and currently serves on the PGA of America Board of Directors. His influence is defined by his commitment to mentorship, professionalism, and the enduring values of the game. (photo credit STPGA) Professional Service – Mark Harrison Mark Harrison has been a transformative leader in Texas golf through nearly three decades with the Northern Texas PGA, becoming the organization’s third Executive Director in 2011 and its first CEO in 2016. Harrison played a central role in the creation of PGA Frisco, developing the vision and business plan behind the landmark partnership between the PGA of America, the City of Frisco, and TRT Holdings. Under his leadership, the NTPGA has grown into one of the most influential PGA Sections in the country, while his impact on junior golf, philanthropy, and growing the game continues to shape golf across Texas and beyond. (photo credit NTPGA) Lifetime Achievement – Dave Pelz (Posthumously) Dave Pelz’s legacy is defined by innovation, intellect, and a lifelong passion for understanding the game. A former NASA scientist turned golf pioneer, Pelz revolutionized short-game instruction through research, teaching, and technology, influencing generations of players, from amateurs to major champions. Pelz was among the first to scientifically study golf performance and identify the short game as the primary factor in scoring success. His research revealed that nearly 80% of shots lost to par occur within 100 yards of the hole. This groundbreaking insight became the foundation for his teachings, shifting the focus of golf instruction toward more wedge play and putting. Founder of the renowned Scoring Game School and author of multiple best-selling books, his work made golf more accessible, measurable, and enjoyable for millions worldwide. (photo credit Pelz family) Historic Course – River Oaks Country Club (Houston) Established in 1923, River Oaks Country Club is one of the most storied golf courses in Texas. Originally designed by Donald Ross and later renovated by Tom Fazio, the course blends classic architecture with modern championship standards. River Oaks has hosted premier amateur and professional events and has long been associated with some of the game’s greatest figures, including Ben Hogan, Byron Nelson, and Babe Zaharias. The club also played an important role in the legacies of the Burke and Harmon families, whose influence on the game helped shape generations of champions and teachers. With a century-long tradition of excellence in competition, instruction, and stewardship of the game, River Oaks continues to hold a significant place in Texas golf history. (photo credit River Oaks CC) The induction ceremony is open to the public, and tickets and partnership opportunities are available. htt ps://www.texasgolfhof.org/2026-gathering-of-eagles-celebration The Texas Golf Hall of Fame is a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to honoring the past, celebrating the present and inspiring future generations of Texas golfers. Contact:Alli Jarrettalli@texasgolfhof.org713-382-8723

Coushatta Casino Resort Debuts Legacy Tower in Grand Opening Event May 15 Major expansion milestone event to feature tribal ceremony, ribbon cutting, and first-look tours of the new luxury hotel tower. Coushatta Casino Resort, Louisiana’s largest casino resort, will officially celebrate the grand opening of its new Legacy Tower with a ceremony on Friday, May 15 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., marking one of the most significant expansions in the resort’s 30-year history. Hosted by the Coushatta Tribe of Louisiana, the event will bring together Tribal leadership, casino executives, development partners and regional officials to commemorate the opening of the new Legacy Tower, which adds 204 guest rooms, including 100 luxury suites, and brings the resort’s total inventory to more than 1,000 rooms. The ceremony will take place inside the newly constructed lobby and will incorporate elements that reflect the Tribe’s culture, leadership and long-term vision for growth. “This grand opening is a defining moment for Coushatta,” said Nate Tanner, General Manager of Coushatta Casino Resort. “Legacy Tower makes an immediate impression, from the scale of the tower itself to the unified lobby and arrival experience that brings the resort together in a new way. We are delivering a next-level experience for our guests while continuing to invest in our community, the Tribe and the future of this region.” Grand Opening Ceremony Details The grand opening ceremony will take place from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Coushatta Casino Resort, 777 Coushatta Drive, Kinder, Louisiana, inside the new Legacy Tower lobby, featuring Tribal leadership, resort executives and project partners. Legacy Tower Design Legacy Tower is designed to serve as a bold new front door for the resort. The hotel structure features a dramatic exterior, including a seven-story LED display, along with a redesigned arrival experience and a new connecting lobby that centralizes guest access across the property. Inside, the tower blends modern luxury with cultural storytelling. Design elements throughout the space draw inspiration from the Coushatta Tribe’s heritage, including patterns and textures influenced by traditional basketry. Driving Growth for the Region The expansion is part of Coushatta’s ongoing “Bigger, Better Coushatta” initiative, a multi-year investment focused on enhancing the guest experience while creating long-term economic impact. The project supports continued job creation and increased tourism across Southwest Louisiana and East Texas, reinforcing the resort’s role as a key economic driver in the region. Additionally, the addition of Legacy Tower strengthens Coushatta’s ability to attract regional and destination visitors, particularly from Texas, while expanding capacity for gaming, entertainment and resort experiences. The grand opening celebration will continue Saturday, May 16, with the $300,000 Legacy & Luxury Giveaway, offering guests the chance to win cars and cash prizes totaling more than a quarter of a million dollars. Legacy Tower officially opens for guest stays on May 18, 2026. ABOUT COUSHATTA CASINO RESORTCoushatta Casino Resort, located in Kinder, Louisiana, off Highway 165 (I-10, Exit 44), features three hotels and thousands of slot machines and table games, including live poker, live bingo, off-track betting, and a sportsbook. Call (800) 584-7263 for more information.

A Tradition Celebrating Native American Heritage & Culture The Coushatta Tribe of Louisiana will host its 29th annual powwow in The Pavilion at Coushatta Casino Resort on Friday and Saturday, June 12-13, 2026. Admission for the general public is $10 per day; children ages 6 years and younger are admitted free of charge. Spectators may purchase tickets at the gate on the day of event. Coushatta Powwow Schedule of Events June 12-13, 2026 • The Pavilion at Coushatta Friday, June 12 Gourd Dance 5pm Grand Entry 7pm Saturday, June 13 Gourd Dance 10am Grand Entry 12 noon Gourd Dance 5pm Grand Entry 7pm The Coushatta Powwow is a Gathering of Tribes from Across the United States and Canada Coushatta’s annual powwow is one of the largest Native American gatherings in the southern United States, where world champion Native American dancers and singers gather to compete for prizes in a family-friendly alcohol-and-drug-free event. Hundreds of representatives from tribes across the United States and Canada come together each year to celebrate their culture with dance and drum contests. Handcrafted jewelry, beaded moccasins and colorful feathered regalia with intricate details adorn the dancers––each is handmade, and most are passed down as heirlooms through their family. Tribal drum groups compete and provide music and songs for the dance competitions. Exhibition dances and specialty dances showcase each age category during the event. A popular feature is the marketplace showcasing Native American food like Indian frybread and Indian tacos, plus authentic Native American arts and crafts, handmade turquoise and silver jewelry, handmade beaded items, the famous Coushatta long-leaf pine needle baskets, and so much more. For a unique cultural experience, the Coushatta powwow is one event you will never forget. Find more information online at www.coushattapowwow.com. ### ABOUT COUSHATTA CASINO RESORT Coushatta Casino Resort, Louisiana’s largest casino resort, is located in Kinder, Louisiana. It’s expansive gaming floor, the largest in the Lake Charles area, offers nearly 2,000 slot and table games, including live poker, bingo and sports betting. The property also features four hotels, the Dream Pool and Lazy River, world-class entertainment and the #1 rated golf course in Louisiana. Coushatta recently unveiled the all-new 204 room Legacy Tower, increasing its inventory to more than 1,000 rooms. Coushatta Casino Resort is owned and operated by the Coushatta Tribe of Louisiana. For more information, call (800) 584-7263 or visit www.ccrla.com.

Sanisafe Products, based in San Antonio, Texas, stands as a notable innovator in custom plastic and acrylic fabrication for custom merchandising products from inception of an idea to the completion of a project. Their mission revolves around creating valuable solutions for diverse industries, a capability that extends seamlessly to golf courses. While not exclusively a golf-centric company, Sanisafe’s core strength in durable, custom plastic manufacturing makes them a valuable partner for golf facilities. A popular product for the golf industry is their driving range dividers. These aren’t just simple barriers; it is great way to enhance your driving range and promote your golf course, events, tournaments and restaurant by printing your unique message for your golf club on the dividers. The dividers are engineered to enhance safety, improve organization, and provide individual space at hitting bays. Made from robust, easy-to-clean plastics, they help prevent errant shots and delineate areas effectively, creating a safer and more focused practice environment. Beyond dividers, Sanisafe’s custom fabrication expertise allows for a myriad of other golf course products from custom signage, storage solutions for range balls, towels or equipment, sanitation stations, display cases for pro shops showcasing merchandise and many other custom designed solutions. Their ability to turn specific needs into tangible, high-quality plastic products positions Sanisafe as a unique asset for golf course managers seeking to optimize their facilities with a customized solution. For more information, call (800) 543-1680 or email info@sanisafeusa.com. Visit their website at www.sanisafeproducts.com.

There has always been an appeal to the area on the Comal River that became first Gruene and later New Braunfels. Cool water to mitigate the Texas heat and irrigate crops — and later golf courses — has an enduring draw, and that’s even more in evidence today. For the past 10 years, golfers have been especially enticed to New Braunfels and the uber-playable Landa Park Golf Course at Comal Springs on the banks of the river. The resurgence of golf in the area was spurred by the comprehensive renovation of the city’s municipal course and was later amplified by the restrictions of the COVID-19 epidemic. Ten years after comprehensive renovation, New Braunfels facility continues to set records for play as it wows golfers! In the five years since the shutdown, the level of excellence at Landa Park Golf Course was stoked by city leaders and Landa Park Golf Course’s staff who grasped the need for top-drawer customer service and unwavering golf course conditions. In October, Landa Park celebrated 10 years since its reopening — its rebirth, as it were — and there is plenty to be excited about. “We take great pride in the continued level of success we enjoy at Landa Park Golf Course,” said Quintin Alexander, the facility’s golf manager. “The City had the foresight to invest in the renovation of the course some 10 years ago and has done all it can to make sure we have all we need to provide the best golf experience for our players.” “We take great ownership in what we do here and consider the popularity of Landa Park Golf Course a labor of love for all of us.” The course at Landa Park originally opened as a nine-hole facility in 1938 with a second nine designed by architects Dave Bennett and Leon Howard added in 1969. That configuration was in place for more than 45 years and was worse for the wear before a renovation and full master plan for the site was fashioned by the noted Houston based golf architecture firm Finger Dye Spann and the $7 million project was bankrolled by the City. Houston-based contractor Heritage Links instituted the architects’ plan, which rerouted some of the holes, built new tees and putting surfaces, recontoured the fairways, added bunkers, improved or replaced cart paths, and installed a new irrigation system. The design also employed the judicious use of native grasses in “out of play” areas as a nod to ecology and the sensitivity of the course in proximity to the river. There are a handful of bio swell areas that act to clean the waters that can run off the course before they end up in the Comal. Landa Park Golf Course was reopened in October 2014 and has been on consistent footing ever since, first under the watchful eye of Chad Donegan and, since 2022, with Alexander at the helm. One of the often taken-for-granted constants at Landa Park Golf Course is the track’s peerless conditioning. From tee to green the playing surfaces are manicured where required, left native when desired and reflect the best of golf at a course on the edge of the Texas Hill Country. For that, golfers can thank superintendent Brody Dillard and his crew, who hit the ground running at 4 a.m. each morning and are busy throughout the course an hour later. “There’s not a morning I get here when there’s not someone working on virtually every hole,” Alexander explained. “It’s not something that players really think about, but the work that crew does day in and day out directly relates to their golf experience.” There are spots here where golfers can watch tubers riding the rapids; on the back nine, you’ll hear a lot of whooping and hollering at nearby Schlitterbahn. Part of the experience at Landa Park Golf Course is the fauna (ducks, egrets, and more) and all of the deer grazing in the rough and lying in the shade. Although greens “Our staff has done a consistent job fee were increased of keeping the course in great condition last June for the first time since 2018 despite challenges of the weather and it still costs less than $60 to play Landa Park Golf Course, even with a cart. And there are discounts for seniors, juniors and military members and veterans and also twilight rates. In 2025, with the game of golf riding an all-time high in popularity, Landa Park Golf Course is a vibrant and pertinent course that’s both an asset to the New Braunfels golf community and the City as a whole. If you’ve played Landa Park Golf Course, you know. If you haven’t, what are you waiting for? the day-to-day wear and tear any course endures from the amount of play we have.” Landa Park Golf Course has a unique routing near the banks of the Comal River, playing at 6,205 yards from its back tees and to a par of 71. The course will not beat up golfers who are just learning the game, but there’s more than enough length and challenge to keep even the best players’ attention. “Our staff has done a consistent job of keeping the course in great condition despite challenges of the weather and the day-to-day wear and tear any course endures from the amount of play we have.” Landa Park Golf Course has a unique routing near the banks of the Comal River, playing at 6,205 yards from its back tees and to a par of 71. The course will not beat up golfers who are just learning the game, but there’s more than enough length and challenge to keep even the best players’ attention. There are spots here where golfers can watch tubers riding the rapids; on the back nine, you’ll hear a lot of whooping and hollering at nearby Schlitterbahn. Part of the experience at Landa Park Golf Course is the fauna (ducks, egrets, and more) and all of the deer grazing in the rough and lying in the shade. Although greens fee were increased last June for the first time since 2018 it still costs less than $60 to play Landa Park Golf Course, even with a cart. And there are discounts for seniors, juniors and military members and veterans and also twilight rates. In 2025, with the game of golf riding an all-time high in popularity, Landa Park Golf Course is a vibrant and pertinent course that’s both an asset to the New Braunfels golf community and the City as a whole.\ If you’ve played Landa Park Golf Course, you know. If you haven’t, what are you waiting for? By Steve Habel, Contributing Writer

Tucked into the heart of Georgetown, The Golf Ranch has become one of the most unique golf shops in Texas—not just a place to gear up, but a place to hang out. Family owned and operated, it blends the charm of a neighborhood golf retail store with the energy of an outdoor playground, creating a spot where golfers can spend an hour or lose an entire afternoon practicing. Book your golf lesson onsite at the Harvey Penick Golf Academy. Step inside and you’re greeted by a full bar and TVs tuned to the day’s biggest games, giving the shop a lively, social buzz. Outside, the fun continues with a putting green and seven hitting bays perfect for friendly challenges. A food truck keeps the crowd fed with local favorites, while the on-site golf workshop handles everything from club repairs to custom fittings. The Golf Ranch delivers an experience that feels refreshingly different. It’s part golf shop, part backyard hangout, part sports bar—and entirely Texas. A place where everyone feels welcome, whether you stay for a day or just drop in for an hour. Visit The Golf Ranch Shop https://www.golfranchshop.com/

A Bigger and Better Coushatta! Expansion brings total guest rooms beyond 1,000, reinforcing position as Louisiana’s largest casino resort at Coushatta Kinder, LA – The Coushatta Tribe of Louisiana announced that its highly anticipated new hotel tower will open this May at Coushatta Casino Resort in Kinder, Louisiana. The eight-story expansion will introduce 204 guest rooms and 100 luxury suites, directly connected to the existing resort and just steps from the gaming floor, dining, entertainment and resort amenities. Upon completion, the addition will bring the resort’s total inventory to more than 1,000 guest rooms, further elevating Coushatta’s ability to deliver exceptional guest experiences with premium accommodations, dining, and gaming. Tribal leadership, resort executives and key development partners will mark the milestone with a formal grand opening celebration in May, joined by representatives from TBE Architects, Yates Construction and The Wenaha Group, who collaborated on the design and construction of the tower.“ This expansion reflects the continued vision and long-term investment in the future of Coushatta Casino Resort,” said Nate Tanner, General Manager of Coushatta Casino Resort. “For more than three decades, Coushatta has served as an economic engine for our region. This new hotel tower strengthens our ability to welcome more guests, create new jobs and enhance the overall resort experience for years to come.” The expansion supports the resort’s sustained growth trajectory. Since opening in 1995, Coushatta Casino Resort has evolved into Louisiana’s largest casino resort, drawing visitors from across Texas, Louisiana and the Gulf South. The new tower will create additional hospitality and operations positions while enhancing premium accommodations for gaming guests, golf visitors and entertainment audiences. Additional details regarding grand opening events and booking availability will be announced in the coming weeks. Visit www.ccrla.com to learn more. ABOUT COUSHATTA CASINO RESORT Coushatta Casino Resort, Louisiana’s largest casino resort, is located in Kinder, Louisiana. It’s expansive gaming floor, the largest in the Lake Charles area, offers nearly 2,000 slot and table games, including live poker, bingo and sports betting. The property also features three hotels, the Dream Pool and Lazy River, world-class entertainment and the #1 rated golf course in Louisiana. Early this summer, Coushatta unveils an all-new 8-story hotel tower. Coushatta Casino Resort is owned and operated by the Coushatta Tribe of Louisiana. For more information, call (800) 584-7263 or visit www.ccrla.com.

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Hot Springs Village, AR – The Reunion Resort Villas proudly announces the opening of its collection of exclusive luxury villas, offering an unparalleled experience where elegance, comfort, and Southern hospitality come together in the heart of one of America’s premier golf destinations.  Designed for couples, families, golf groups, and corporate retreats, every detail at The Reunion is crafted to provide an extraordinary stay. From inviting living spaces to private terraces overlooking pristine fairways, each villa promises unforgettable moments and exceptional service.  The Villas range from cozy 1-bedroom retreats to spacious 4-bedroom suites, all equipped with modern amenities designed for your comfort. Enjoy big-screen TVs, fireplaces, private patios, walk-in showers, beverage bars, full kitchens, private bathrooms, La-Z-Boy recliners, plush luxury beds, and comfortable couches. Plus, golf carts are available with each villa, making it effortless to play your favorite golf courses like Granada, Diamante, and Isabella.  Experience luxury and convenience like never before—your perfect golf getaway awaits! “Our goal was to create a resort-style experience that allows guests to enjoy the beauty and recreation of Hot Springs Village,” said Brandon Tedder, Co-Owner.  Future expansion plans include increasing villa availability for nightly rentals over the coming years to meet growing demand.  The Reunion Resort Villas invites you to relax in style, tee off on world-class courses, and make unforgettable memories in the South’s premier golf getaway.  For reservations, call 501-356-5186 or visit TheReunionResortVillas.com . As guests fall in love with Hot Springs Village, our trusted partner, Renaissance Homes—voted the best home builder in the community—helps bring their dreams to life. With expert craftsmanship, they create custom homes that perfectly blend luxury, comfort, and quality.  In partnership with local real estate agencies and the POA, we also offer comprehensive community tour options to help you explore all that Hot Springs Village has to offer.  Location: 100 Maderas Place, Hot Springs Village, AR 71909  The Best Golf Getaway Experience in the South!  Book now, visit https://thereunionresortvillas.com

Just north of Dallas, nestled alonga 23 miles of shoreline, you’ll find a uniquely tranquil getaway complemented by metropolitan luxuries. The Colony offers a variety of outdoor excursions, world-class restaurants and lively entertainment you won’t find anywhere else in Texas. This spring, hit the road and learn why The Colony is where you go to play! Swing through three award-winning golf courses, complete with scenic lake views and greens honoring the sport’s historic past. The Tribute Golf Links, listed as one of the top five courses in Texas by Golf Magazine, is an homage to the legendary courses of Scotland. Nearby Old American Golf Club features natural contours and native grasses as it evokes the “golden age”of American golf course architecture. In October the course hosts Texas’ longest running LPGA tournament event. Rounding out courses in The Colony is the 9-hole Stewart Peninsula Golf Course featuring double greens and challenging play along 65 acres of lake views. The extended warm season creates plenty of opportunity for recreation along Lewisville Lake. Enjoy the steady breeze off the lake while you traverse trails on a mountain bike, bird watch along acres of nature preserve or cast a line past the sandy shores for a moment of calm. The lake is easily accessible from one of The Colony’s two lake parks, Stewart Creek Park and Hidden Cove Park and Marina. The Colony is a growing hub for first-to-market restaurants and attractions, offering experiences not available anywhere else. Many restaurants within Grandscape, the city’s premier indoor-outdoor entertainment, shopping and dining destination, feature seasonal specialties crafted with regional produce for an exclusively local taste. Eat your way through dozens of culinary adventures, ranging from elevated Italian steaks to authentic Indian curry and more. Make plans for entertainment the whole family can enjoy, whether you’re competing for first place at Andretti’s, scoring points at Topgolf, taking in the sights from atop the Grandscape Wheel or stepping into a virtual world at Immersive Gamebox. For the 21 and up crowd, Puttery provides the perfect mix of craft cocktails and immersive modern mini golf with its Instagram worthy courses. The Colony is constantly bringing new attractions to the area. Visit Red Phone Booth, an exclusive speakeasy only available to those with the password, and keep an eye out for the latest golf experience designed by Tiger Woods, PopStroke, coming soon. Experience Texas-sized retail at NFM, the nation’s largest home furnishings store, and SCHEELS, the world’s largest all sports store. For something truly unique, shop within The Homestead and find expertly crafted goods including handmade jewelry, bath and body products, boutiques and made-to-order desserts. In the evenings, The Colony comes alive with a vivid live music and micro brewing scene. Kick back with nightly entertainment ranging from rock and country concerts at Truck Yard to touring national acts headlining the Lava Cantina stage. Each venue serves small-batch brews on tap and specialty cocktails featuring native ingredients. Whether you escape to the outdoors or discover unparalleled entertainment, The Colony is the ultimate year-round destination.

Erfurth regularly shoots lower than his age, but you ain’t heard nothing yet! Bob Erfurth’s story is almost like a golf fable in these parts — “did you hear that there’s a 100-year old golfer in San Antonio that regularly shoots lower than his age?” — and that’s a wonderful tale on its own. But if that’s all you’ve heard about the affable Erfurth, you’re not getting the whole narrative. Erfurth is a survivor, his life set for daring and adventure as a young man fighting for his country in World War II, and a veteran that’s still as sharp in his mind as he is on the golf course. Erfurth, a native of the Alamo City, took up golf some 80 years ago, following in the footsteps of his older brother Bill despite the fact Bob thought golf was a bit of a “sissy” sport. He was always an athlete, play¬ing football and running track while at Brackenridge High School and even logging some time on the gridiron while chasing his accounting degree from Trinity University in the 1940s after coming home from Europe and World War II. “After I got out of the service my brother had gotten to be a very good golfer. After watching him play and everything, I thought, well, maybe golf’s not such a sissy game,” Erfurth said. “Maybe I’ll try it. The bone bit me. I’ve been playing golf ever since.”  Erfurth once played to a 3 handicap — he’s a solid 13 now, which is quite amazing for a golfer who turned 100 years old on June 1. He shot a 78 at SilverHorn Golf Club in 2020 when he was 95 and can get a little testy these days if he doesn’t break 90 for his round. Flying high as a teenager   Erfurth was barely out of high school when he enlisted in the Army Air Corps and was sent to Europe as a nose gunner aboard a B-24 bomber, becoming part of a crew that was stationed in England and ran raids over France and Germany. “I enlisted rather than letting them draft me,” he said, “and it was probably one of the smartest things I’ve ever done in my life. That way I could fly.” Erfurth dodged a bullet — actu¬ally a bomb — on one of his raids over enemy territory. “I’m flying along there in the front of the plane and a 1,000 pound bomb falls right in front of my turret,” Erfurth remembers. “It looked to me like it was just a matter of two or three feet in front of where I was sitting. I didn’t hear an airplane getting knocked out beneath me, but how lucky can you be?” In the typical fashion of those warriors from America’s Greatest Generation, Erfurth gives all the credit to the team of men he served beside while in the fuselage of that B-24. “There were a few times where things went haywire and your anxiety level would go up, but most of the time, I was concentrating on doing the job. You don’t have time to think about being afraid.” “Everything that we did while we were in the airplane, they depended upon me, and I depended upon them. So it’s almost as if one guy is doing 10 things. We were a good bunch of guys that did a great job at what we were trained to do.” Asked if he stayed in touch with his crew from the war through the years, a glistening came to Erfurth’s eyes for the first time during our chat. “I did as long as they were alive,” he said. “There’s not a one of them left, other than me. They’re all gone, and that makes me sad. Makes me sad. But I’ll be here as long as the good Lord lets me keep waking up.” Erfurth spent his working years first as an accountant and auditor, and then as a rank and file project overseer for the military in the bases around San Antonio. “Those guys never wanted to see me coming,” he joked. Erfurth is a golf outlier It’s been said that golf is a sport that can be played at any age, but the level of proficiency at which Erfurth plays is what makes him an outlier. New Braunfels-based golf instructor Tim Harford has known Erfurth for almost a decade after selling him a set of golf clubs. “I wanted to know how he liked the clubs, so I called him up, and he said, ‘they’re the best clubs I’ve ever owned,’” Harford explained. “I said, ‘really? What’d you shoot?’ And he goes, ‘well, I shot 78’ and then it hit me, he was 95 years old. On my first encounter with Bob, he was 91 years old. That day, he shot a 71. A 71!” “I’m shaking my head. It is hard to get your head around Bob’s golf achievements even now, because if you watch how well he plays, it’s inconceivable to know that he turned 100 years old on June 1. I don’t think there’s anybody else  his driver at 75 miles an hour swing speed,” Caldwell said. “When he strikes the ball with his driver, it’s amazing. And his follow through, his flexibility, his ability to walk and pick up golf balls that I can’t — he’s incredible.” Erfurth’s best round was a 68 and he’s had four hole in ones, the most recent when he was 85. “My first hole in one was out at Riverside (in San Antonio),” he remembers, though not exactly what year it was. “I hit the ball flat, and it skipped off the pond and rolled up on the green and into the hole. I tell people it was just the way I planned it.” Erfurth admits that there’s been some concession to his age over the years. “I play from the short tees — up there where the old men hit from,” he said with a giggle. I usually play in a large group of golfers and I beat them all about 80 or 85 percent of the time. “My ability to play this well at 100 is an anomaly that I can’t explain. I guess I just have a natural affinity for the game, which has helped me despite my age. Regard¬less of whether I shoot 81 or whether I shoot 99 I always enjoy being on the golf course just because I’m 100 years old, that’s good enough.” No slowing down Erfurth doesn’t appear to be slowing down. His sense of humor is on pointe and usually self-effacing, and he stays active with his time on the golf course and kicking up his heels on the dance floor. “I’m okay as long as I get my nap,” he chides. Erfurth is a living hero, but he shrugs off that label in an “aw-shucks” manner and a matter of fact stare. Maybe it’s playing golf — the hardest of all sports to master — that’s influenced his attitude and fortified his humility when he is actually a giant among men. “I’ve always thought that if you were part of a generation that was called to sup¬port or to defend your country, you’d do it,” he explained. “Most of what I did while I was in combat, I was 19 years old. “I wondered for a good while whether I was a 19-year old boy or whether I was a 19-year old man. Well, I finally decided I must have been a 19-year old man based upon what I did.”

TVC-Cherry Capital Airport Celebrates Historic Growth in Record-Breaking Year Traverse City, MI — Cherry Capital Airport (TVC) is celebrating a historic milestone, welcoming a record number of passengers in 2025 and marking the busiest year in the airport’s history. Final totals show TVC served 935,816 passengers, a 19% increase over the previous record of 787,114 passengers. “This milestone is a testament to the Northern Michigan community and their unwavering support for the airport,” said Kevin Klein, CEO of Cherry Capital Airport. “We are honored that passengers trust us with their business and leisure travel, and we look forward to continuing to grow alongside them.” Michigan The record-setting year reflects TVC’s role as a vital gateway for Northern Michigan, serving local residents while welcoming visitors from across the country and around the world. Cherry Capital Airport is proud to connect people to their favorite leisure destinations and to support business travelers by getting them where they need to be efficiently and comfortably. In 2025, the airport was served by seven airlines, offering 20 nonstop destinations that connected Northern Michigan to regions across the nation and beyond. Momentum is expected to continue into 2026, with passenger growth projected alongside major infrastructure improvements. This spring, TVC is expected to break ground on its “Gates to the Future” terminal expansion project. The project will add five new gates, expanded hold rooms, an enhanced security checkpoint, and other passenger-focused upgrades. Construction is anticipated to begin in April, with project completion expected in 2028. As Cherry Capital Airport continues to grow, its focus remains on delivering a high-quality travel experience while supporting economic growth and connectivity throughout Northern Michigan