Edwards-Zuloaga Memorial Golf Tournament

Edwards-Zuloaga Memorial Golf Tournament El Paso’s first amateur golf tournament, played annually, and open to all amateur golf players.

The 77th Annual Edwards-Zuloaga Memorial Tournament champion, is Pedro Salcido with score of 73-71=144!!! Congratulation...
05/17/2026

The 77th Annual Edwards-Zuloaga Memorial Tournament champion, is Pedro Salcido with score of 73-71=144!!! Congratulations, Pedro!!!

Sunday morning.
05/17/2026

Sunday morning.

Junior and Senior flight hanging with the big dogs.
05/17/2026

Junior and Senior flight hanging with the big dogs.

05/15/2026

Live at the Edward’s-Zuloaga putting contest.

Championship Flight winners 🏆 from over the years.
05/01/2026

Championship Flight winners 🏆 from over the years.

Carlos EdwardsCarlos Edwards was a happy-go-lucky young man who loved people and the game of golf. Tragically, fate was ...
04/19/2026

Carlos Edwards

Carlos Edwards was a happy-go-lucky young man who loved people and the game of golf. Tragically, fate was not on his side. He was killed during an Air Force training mission in December 1941 in Walla Walla, Washington.

Edwards’ journey in golf began at just eight years old, when he took up caddying to help support his family after they moved from Mexico to El Paso. On Mondays, when Valdespino Golf Course was closed, he would take the opportunity to play.

He won his first tournament in 1935, marking the start of a promising career. The following year, he lost to five-time Southwestern champion “Spec” Stewart but rebounded impressively, winning four consolation matches at the Southwestern. He also advanced to the finals of the El Paso Inaugural Tournament, where he fell to Blaine McNutt.

On August 16, 1936, Edwards claimed a major victory at the El Paso Invitational, edging Ernie Ornelas 1-up in 19 holes. He followed that performance by defeating Valdespino professional Jack Harden in the finals. His success continued with wins at the Silver City Invitational and the once-prestigious Union Fashion Tournament.

In an exhibition match, Edwards once tied Golf Hall of Famer Walter Hagen with rounds of 66—an achievement that highlighted his exceptional talent.

He captured the Southwestern title once and finished runner-up twice. In 1939 and 1940, he won back-to-back City Amateur championships. In the 1940 final, he defeated Benny Hinton after 20 holes and also earned medalist honors that same year at the Mexican National Tournament.

Two of his final tournaments came in early 1941. He was eliminated in the quarterfinals of the City Tournament but went on to win the Union Fashion Tournament, defeating Howard “Bud” Henderson in the finals.

Though his life and career were cut short, Carlos Edwards left behind a legacy of determination, sportsmanship, and remarkable achievement in the game he loved.

Tony Zuloaga: A Promising Career Cut ShortTony Zuloaga’s golf career had only just begun when a rare kidney disease clai...
04/19/2026

Tony Zuloaga: A Promising Career Cut Short

Tony Zuloaga’s golf career had only just begun when a rare kidney disease claimed his life in December 1954. He was just 24 years old.

After returning from service in the Korean War, Zuloaga enjoyed the finest amateur season of his life and soon turned professional, showing immense promise as a rising talent in the sport.

Zuloaga first made his mark at age 16 in the 1947 El Paso Invitational. He defeated Paul Womack 5 and 4, then overcame 1943 city champion Benny Hinton 1-up before falling to W.F. Atkinson 4 and 3 in the finals.

He graduated from Bowie High School in 1948, a year that proved pivotal in his early career. That same year, he defeated Frank Redman Sr. 1-up in the Men’s City Amateur, shooting a 68 at Valdespino. He went on to beat Dan Harden 2 and 1, but lost in the finals to Bud Hale, who sank a dramatic 25-foot putt on the first playoff hole.

Also in 1948, Zuloaga finished second in the El Paso Invitational, losing to Johnny Welsh 3 and 1. Playoffs became a defining feature of his career, earning him the nickname “Extra-Hole.”

In 1953, Zuloaga captured the Carlos Edwards Memorial title, defeating Army Lt. Charles Harrison 1-up after 20 holes. He also won the El Paso Golf Association Championship in one of the longest sudden-death matches on record, beating Benny Hinton on the 24th hole.

Known for his powerful drives and exceptional putting accuracy, Zuloaga had all the tools to become a successful tour professional. His final major tournament appearance came in the Men’s Southwestern Two-Man Best-Ball, where he teamed with Manny Martinez Sr. to claim victory.

Today, his legacy lives on through the Carlos Edwards–Tony Zuloaga Golf Tournament, held annually at Ascarate Park Golf Course. The Edwards-Zuloaga remains one of the four major tournaments in the El Paso area.

Official flyer for the 77th Edwards-Zuloaga Memorial Get signed up, now! Here’s the breakdown 👇🏽⬇️
04/16/2026

Official flyer for the 77th Edwards-Zuloaga Memorial Get signed up, now! Here’s the breakdown 👇🏽⬇️

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03/24/2026

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This weekend!!
01/16/2026

This weekend!!

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