The inaugural Notah Begay III Pro Am Invitational was held February 24 and 25 at Whirlwind Golf Club on the Gila River Indian Reservation. Twelve teams, each made up of one PGA member professional and four amateurs, competed for daily cash payouts during the two day event.
The tournament was produced by Elite Golf Experiences, a group of golf and entertainment professionals based in Orlando, Florida. Participants stayed at Wild Horse Pass Resort and were welcomed by Governor Lewis during the opening dinner, setting the tone for a memorable and meaningful event.
Clint Begay and Cyanne Lujan attended the Pro Am and represented the NB3 Foundation, sharing information about the organization’s work in Native communities and with Native youth.
The event raised more than $10,000 to support NB3 Foundation youth programs and youth in the Gila River community. Organizers and partners expressed excitement about growing the event in both participation and locations in the future.
We extend our thanks to David Damesworth, PGA, Kenwood Gaines and Robert Sexton of Elite Golf Experiences, along with all participants who helped make the inaugural event a success. We look forward to the next Notah Begay III Pro Am Invitational in February 2027.
