Western Golf Association Expanded Texas Caddie Program
The program offers students college scholarships worth up to $125,000 for tuition and housing costs.
Updated on Sept. 21, 2026 in Scholarships
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The Western Golf Association has expanded its youth caddie program across Texas to provide students with opportunities for career growth and financial support. Participating youths are now eligible for the prestigious Evans Scholarship, which covers full tuition and housing expenses.
Why it matters
The organization aims to help young people build confidence and develop lifelong skills through work on the golf course. The initiative creates a pathway to higher education for students who commit to the demanding service requirements of the program.
Applicants must serve two years as a caddie, complete 50 rounds of golf, and maintain a 3.0 GPA to qualify. The four-year scholarship provides up to $125,000 in support.
The players
Western Golf Association
This organization manages the youth caddie program and administers the Evans Scholarship.
Ashley Garcia
She made history as the first recipient of the Evans Scholarship in Texas in 50 years during 2024.
Charles Chick Evans Jr.
He was an amateur golfer who founded the scholarship program in 1930.
The details
Local country clubs provide hands-on and online training, with support from club members, staff, and management. Students at facilities like BraeBurn Country Club are currently participating in this program, which first began in 1930.
Timeline
The Evans Scholarship program began in 1930.
Ashley Garcia became the first Texan in 50 years to win the award in 2024.
The WGA will host three alumni golf events in the fall of 2026.
Roadmap
This program expansion reflects a broader effort to revitalize caddie-based scholarship models in regions with historically low participation. It bridges the gap between traditional golf culture and modern educational support structures.
Students can apply for life-changing financial aid by committing to two years of caddie service at participating local clubs. For families, this represents a significant reduction in future college tuition and housing burdens.
The takeaway
The program demonstrates how extracurricular work on golf courses can provide a tangible financial ladder for high-achieving students. Interested applicants should focus on maintaining a 3.0 GPA while fulfilling their caddie requirements.
What happens next
The Western Golf Association will host three alumni golf fundraising events during the fall of 2026 in Dallas-Fort Worth, Austin, and Houston.
Further reading
Learn more about local opportunities through the Scholarships section on our site.
More information
For more information, including the scholarship application and event information, visit the official website.
Source note: This article includes information reported by CultureMap Dallas.
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