Gulf States PGA

Gulf States PGA The Gulf States PGA is one of 41 PGA of America Sections. It includes all of Mississippi & Louisiana.

The Gulf States Section, Professional Golfers’ Association of America, is an association of golf professionals whose mission is to promote interest, participation, and enjoyment in the game of golf; establish and maintain professional standards of practice; and enhance the well being of golf professionals. Strategic Objectives:

Establish a collegial and supportive environment among PGA Members, i

ncluding:
–Organized Competition
–Meetings
–Benefits
Encourage the use and employment of PGA Professionals by providing services to golfers and the golf industry. Enhance the skill levels of members and apprentices through education. Provide service to support National programs within the Section. Promote enjoyment and participation in the game by providing programs and services to golfers. The difference between the PGA Tour and The PGA of America:

The PGA Tour and The PGA of America were affiliated until 1968, when tournament players, a subset of the membership, broke away to form a Tournament Players Division and gain control of their finances and tournament schedule. The tournament players’ group was later renamed the PGA Tour in 1975. Both The PGA of America and PGATour continue today as allies in promoting the game.

09/01/2026

2026 Gulf States PGA Professional Champion: Kyle Ellis, PGA. Post Round Interview! 🏆

Kyle Ellis, PGA of The Country Club of Oxford is your 2026 Gulf States PGA Professional Champion, edging out Will Macias...
09/01/2026

Kyle Ellis, PGA of The Country Club of Oxford is your 2026 Gulf States PGA Professional Champion, edging out Will Maciasz, PGA of Grand Bear Golf Course in a playoff. 🏆

Ellis & Maciasz will move on to the 2027 PGA of America National Professional Championship at Streamsong Golf Resort next April. Jacob Berry, PGA, Jacob Ross, PGA & Jake Narro, PGA are our alternate qualifiers!

TPC Louisiana was a true championship host these past two days and we must thank Head Professional - Alex Abbruzza, PGA, GM - Luke Farabaugh, PGA & Superintendent - Luke McCool for their hard work during the championship.

Supporting this championship were title sponsors Club Car, Corebridge Financial, & Rolex along with the supporting parents that are all tagged above. We truly appreciate everyone involved for their support!

Kyle Ellis, PGA of The Country Club of Oxford is the Round 1 leader here at the 2026 Gulf States PGA Professional Champi...
08/31/2026

Kyle Ellis, PGA of The Country Club of Oxford is the Round 1 leader here at the 2026 Gulf States PGA Professional Championship with an opening round 65 (-7).

Follow along tomorrow as we crown a champion and decide who all is going to qualify for the PGA of America National PGA Professional Championship! 🏆

Former Ole Miss Men's Golf standout Kye Meeks is your 2026 Gulf States Open Champion presented by Ben Nelson Golf and Ou...
08/23/2026

Former Ole Miss Men's Golf standout Kye Meeks is your 2026 Gulf States Open Champion presented by Ben Nelson Golf and Outdoor E-Z-GO. Meeks fired a final round 63 highlighted by a closing birdie on #18 to secure the 🏆. Benjamin Fernandez & Jacob Bergeron finished runner up, with Fernandez securing the low amateur title.

Nicholas Arcement of Country Club of Louisiana, Jared Smith of Windance CC, and Sam Jeffcoat of Tupelo CC are our low PGA Professionals of the event!

Supporting this event was long time Gulf States PGA partner Benji Nelson with Ben Nelson Golf and Outdoor, Carey Wiegand with Edwin Watts Golf, and Stuart Fogartie with Sun Cruiser. Thank you to all for your tremendous support!

Lastly, a note of appreciation for the entire staff & membership at Starkville Country Club. The club served as a fantastic host for the 2026 Gulf States Open. General Manager, Scott Buntin, PGA / Director of Golf, Zach Tate, PGA / Superintendent, Justin Lanford & Assistant Professionals, Sam Dupeire & Andrew Ponson. Thank you to all!

Ryan Dupuy follows up his opening round 64 (-8) with another impressive 65 (-7) and grows his lead to 3, sitting at -15 ...
08/23/2026

Ryan Dupuy follows up his opening round 64 (-8) with another impressive 65 (-7) and grows his lead to 3, sitting at -15 total entering the final day of the 2026 Gulf States Open presented by Ben Nelson Golf and Outdoor E-Z-GO.

Make sure to follow along tomorrow as we prepare to crown the 2026 Gulf States Open Champion at Starkville Country Club!

Ryan Dupuy, Jared Smith, & Parker Greene all share the lead at -8 after Round 1 of the 2026 Gulf States Open at Starkvil...
08/22/2026

Ryan Dupuy, Jared Smith, & Parker Greene all share the lead at -8 after Round 1 of the 2026 Gulf States Open at Starkville Country Club presented by Ben Nelson Golf and Outdoor E-Z-GO

Follow along for the next two days on our story or the link in bio 🏆

The beautiful Starkville Country Club through the eyes of a disposable camera 📸 Round 1 of the 2026 Gulf States Open sta...
08/21/2026

The beautiful Starkville Country Club through the eyes of a disposable camera 📸

Round 1 of the 2026 Gulf States Open starts tomorrow. Follow along on our story or through the link in bio.

Congratulations to our winners at our Sub Regional in Diamondhead Mississippi and we appreciate everyone for coming out!...
08/15/2026

Congratulations to our winners at our Sub Regional in Diamondhead Mississippi and we appreciate everyone for coming out!🏌️⛳️

We wish our overall champions best of luck in regionals in Tulsa, Oklahoma at Southern Hills Country Club!🏆🍀

Congratulations to Metairie Country Club Director of Golf, Nic Ishee, PGA for being crowned the 2026 GSPGA Match Play Ch...
08/11/2026

Congratulations to Metairie Country Club Director of Golf, Nic Ishee, PGA for being crowned the 2026 GSPGA Match Play Champion. Ishee defeated Hattiesburg Country Club Director of Golf, Kyle Ramey, PGA 1 up in the final match to secure the 🏆.

Thank you to Golf Sign & Design for supporting this season long tournament and Ellendale Country Club for hosting!

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