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The second annual All-Star Golf Event organized by the Permian FCA concluded at Midland Country Club. Over three days, high school athletes competed in skills competitions and Ryder Cup matches, fostering camaraderie among the participants. The Blue Team emerged victorious, showcasing their impressive skills while building lasting friendships. The event not only celebrated golf but also emphasized valuable life lessons rooted in faith and community, leaving everyone eager for next year’s festivities.

Midland’s Exciting All-Star Golf Event Wraps Up

Midland recently had the pleasure of hosting the second annual All-Star Golf Event organized by the Permian FCA at the beautiful Midland Country Club. This fun-filled celebration of sports and faith took place over three days, wrapping up on June 13, and it was packed with excitement and camaraderie among high school athletes from the Permian Basin.

Three Days of Fun and Competition

The event kicked off on a Wednesday with some skills competitions that really got the players warmed up. Following that, the excitement ramped up with the much-anticipated Ryder Cup match-style competitions held on Thursday and Friday. Athletes were divided into two teams, and the competition was fierce! The Blue Team ultimately triumphed, snagging four of the six matches played during the event—a notable achievement that showcased their impressive skills on the greens.

Highlights from Match Play

Fans of golf would have been thrilled watching the intense matches unfold. A quick recap of the match play results reveals just how thrilling the competition was. In Match 1, the Blue Team’s Jace DeLong and Annika Armendariz quickly took charge, defeating Red Team’s Andrew Garcia and Charlyee Castillo with a score of 4 & 3. Meanwhile, in Match 2, the Red Team managed to turn the tide with Aidan McGuire and Sierra Snapp edging out the Blue Team’s Arath Benavides and Zavyan Alvarado by 1 down.

The Blue Team continued to show their supremacy with a stunning 8 & 7 victory in Match 3, courtesy of George Ray and Olivia Lopez against Robert Murray and Brycen Billalba from the Red Team. Matches 4 and 5 witnessed further victories for the Blue Team, while Match 6 turned out to be a thrilling comeback for the Red Team, with Charlyee Castillo and Andrew Garcia clinching a narrow victory of 1 up over the Blue Team’s Jace DeLong and Arath Benavides.

More Than Just Golf

But the event was about more than just the scores on the scoreboard. Players expressed that the friendly encounters and the spirit of competition helped build strong friendships and fostered a sense of community among them. Many spoke about the valuable lessons of faith they learned during the event, creating a supportive atmosphere that made the experience truly memorable.

Golfers like Aidan McGuire from Midland High reflected on how the event was not only about the game but about bonding over shared beliefs. Others, such as Brycen Billalba from Big Spring, mentioned how enjoyable it was to connect with new friends and bond over their passion for golf. Meanwhile, Andrew Garcia noted the breathtaking beauty of the Midland Country Club course added to the overall experience, making it one for the books.

Gratitude and Future Plans

Coach Edi DeLucas, the FCA golf coach at Midland High, applauded the initiative for bringing together players from various schools and communities. He also recognized the generous contribution from Midland Country Club, who made it possible for these young athletes to play on a top-quality course, enhancing their experience.

Wrapping up the event, there were whispers of broadening the scope of sports in the future. Ideas floated around about possibly incorporating baseball and basketball into the agenda for the next event, leading to even more excitement and engagement among participants.

A Celebration of Community

Overall, this year’s All-Star Golf Event served as a beautiful celebration of sports, faith, and community among high school athletes in the Permian Basin. With the success of this year’s event, everyone is already looking forward to next year’s festivities and hopes to see even more skills, laughter, and fellowship on and off the greens!

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