The very first Border Olympics College Golf tournament was held in 1952 with University of North Texas (formerly North Texas State) capturing the team title and their very own, Billy Maxwell, winning the individual title.

Throughout the ensuing years, many of the nation’s top schools and golf programs visit Laredo to participate in the Border Olympics. Legendary golf coach Dave Williams and the Houston Cougars dominated the Border Olympics for many early years with teams consisting of Fred Couples, Keith Fergus, Bill Rogers, and Blaine McCallister. Current CBS Sports legend Jim Nantz played on the Houston Cougars golf team and was a part of the storied success of the Cougars at Border Olympics. Golf legends Ben Crenshaw and teammate Tom Kite both were winners at the Border Olympics for the Texas Longhorns in the early 70’s. Other golf greats such as John Daly (University of Arkansas), Ben Curtis (Kent State), Shawn Stefani (Lamar University), Ryan Palmer (Texas A&M), as well as, Phil Blackmar (University of Texas) and Don January (North Texas State) played in the Border Olympics.

Initially, the tournament was held at the Casa Blanca Golf course before transitioning to the Laredo Country Club in 1984.

Great weather, great fields of competition on a great course and the touch of Laredo hospitality have made for great tournaments over the years. “At this time of the year, many northern schools have not made it out to play at home due to weather conditions so coming to Laredo where they get to see great teams from many different conferences makes this tournament grand.”

Top golf programs and golf coaches nationwide are familiar with The Border Olympics University Golf Tournament and are excited to come to Laredo and participate.