As the recent clash between the Texas Longhorns and Oklahoma Sooners proved once again, there’s nothing like one of the greatest interstate rivalries in college football to get the passions flowing. And though it will be a while before the teams meet again in the Cotton Bowl, there’s plenty of excitement building for a new border tussle between the two states that’s on the horizon, one where the outcome will be determined on the golf course and not the gridiron.
Four weeks from now, the Red River Cup Matches will debut Nov. 20-21 at The Territory Golf & Country Club in Duncan, Okla. The new event will feature the 18 best amateurs from the Texas Golf Association (TGA) taking on those from the Oklahoma Golf Association (OGA) in a mix of four-ball and singles matches over two days.
“We are thrilled to partner with the Oklahoma Golf Association for this exciting venture,” said Kevin Porter, TGA Director of Competitions for North Texas. “This tournament celebrates the rich golfing heritage of our respective states while also embodying the spirit of sportsmanship and camaraderie that guides the game of golf.”
OGA Executive Director Kevin Stanton added, “We are excited to collaborate with our friends from the Texas Golf Association. This competition builds on the inherent rivalry that is OU/Texas, but also brings both state organizations closer together.”
A distinguishing and inclusive aspect of the Red River Cup Matches is the diverse composition of the teams. Each team will be comprised of eight male mid-amateurs, six male senior amateurs, and four women mid-amateurs, ensuring representation across various demographics within the two golfing communities.
The makeup of the Texas Team will be determined as follows: top six mid-amateurs from State Player of the Year Standings, top mid-amateur from North Regional Player of the Year Standings, top mid-amateur from South Regional Player of the Year Standings, top six seniors from State Senior Player of the Year Standings, top three women’s mid-amateurs from Women’s Player of the Year Standings, and Player of the Year from Women’s Senior Player of the Year Standings.
Having the opportunity to represent your state in the inaugural matches will be a thrilling experience, as much as taking on the challenge of the exceptional host venue. Opened for play in 2003, The Territory Golf & Country Club was designed by Randy Heckenkemper and pays homage to the beauty of the surrounding landscape. Set on 640 acres of scenic countryside, the dramatic layout features natural 100-foot elevation changes, numerous rock outcroppings, mature oak trees, and Stagestand Creek meandering throughout the property.
For more information and latest updates on the Red River Cup Matches, including current Players of the Year Standings, click here to visit the TGA website and click here to visit the OGA website.
