The American Junior Golf Association (AJGA) is proud to recognize the Patrick Reed AJGA Junior Championship as the recipient of the 2025 Hospitality Award, honoring a tournament that provided an outstanding experience for players, families, volunteers and staff throughout tournament week. With this recognition, the event is now tied for the most decorated tournament in AJGA history with 14 total tournament awards.
Held annually in Texas at The Woodlands Country Club, the event stood out for its commitment to hospitality both on and off the golf course. The Team Reed Foundation enhanced the player experience with additional gifts for participants, while tournament host Patrick Reed was actively involved throughout the week. Reed attended the Junior-Am, engaged with players during the tournament week and handed out trophies at the awards ceremony.
“Receiving the 2025 AJGA Hospitality Award is a tremendous honor and a reflection of the incredible people who make this event special each year. From our volunteers and sponsors to the AJGA staff and The Woodlands Country Club, everyone involved is committed to creating a first-class experience for junior golfers and their families. We’re proud to help provide an environment that supports, inspires, and prepares the next generation of players.”
The success of the event is also driven by dedicated leadership and a strong volunteer base committed to creating a memorable experience for all involved.
“I have had a passion for golf for 50 years. To now have the opportunity to share that passion, support an incredible organization like AJGA and help instill the love of golf with golfers of the future is such a blessing. I truly love being around the junior golfers and their support network. I was fortunate to have two very dedicated mentors that encouraged me to take on leadership roles supporting our local AJGA tournament. As Co-Chairs, along with our incredible volunteers, we are proud to be a part of their golf journey.”
Additional entertainment and amenities were available throughout the week thanks to contributions from community partners. Billiard Factory donated an air hockey table, foosball table and Pac-Man arcade machine for players and families to enjoy onsite. The tournament committee also ensured all AJGA staff meals were covered throughout the week, with lunch buffets provided daily.
Beyond the hospitality efforts, the tournament continued to make a meaningful impact financially and operationally while fostering long-term community involvement. The event generated over $148,000 in revenue and over $74,000 net charitable proceeds, pushing total charitable giving connected to the championship past $1.3 million. More than 30 volunteers supported the event daily across a wide range of roles, while volunteer donations raised over $2,000 during the week.
“My first introduction to the AJGA experience was through The Woodlands Country Club Senior Men’s golf group. Bob Lewis, our group leader, encouraged me to volunteer for the June event. I was very impressed with their level of play, character and respectfulness. For the past 11 years I have enjoyed contributing a variety of roles to this outstanding organization.”
The Hospitality Award will be officially presented at this year’s Patrick Reed AJGA Junior Championship, held June 15–18, 2026, at The Woodlands Country Club – Tournament Course in The Woodlands, Texas.