LITTLE ROCK, ARK. (August 10, 2026) — The Jackson T. Stephens Cup (JTS Cup) today announced the six women and six men representing Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and U.S. military service academies who will compete September 14-16 at Fields Ranch East at PGA Frisco in Frisco, Texas.
Since its inception, standout student-athletes from HBCUs and U.S. military service academies have been integral to the Jackson T. Stephens Cup, competing alongside the nation’s top NCAA Division I programs to create one of the most distinctive fields in collegiate golf. The JTS Cup also gives these players the opportunity to showcase their talents to a national audience with televised daily coverage on GOLF Channel.
This year’s women’s individual field includes returning competitors Emma Tang (United States Naval Academy) and Nevaeh Figueroa (Prairie View A&M University), along with Texas native Micaiah Joubert (Jackson State University), Lena Durette (Howard University), Alexis Goboy (Howard University) and Vivian Cressman (United States Naval Academy), a 2025-26 All-Patriot League First Team selection.
The men’s individual field includes Sascha Robinson (Florida A&M University), making his third consecutive JTS Cup appearance, along with Bear Huff (Howard University), Francisco Perez (Howard University), a Division I HBCU All-American, Danny Auffant (United States Naval Academy), Eli Huntington (United States Air Force Academy) and Tyson Sparks (United States Military Academy), a 2025-26 All-Patriot League First Team selection.
“These HBCU and U.S. military service academy student-athletes are among the very best in collegiate golf, and we’re proud to provide a stage where they can compete alongside the nation’s top NCAA Division I players,” said Miles Stephens, co-tournament chairman. “Their participation strengthens an already exceptional field and reflects the Jackson T. Stephens Cup’s enduring commitment to recognizing outstanding talent from HBCUs and U.S. military service academies.”
Fans can experience the next generation of PGA TOUR and LPGA Tour stars in person by purchasing tickets at www.jacksontstephenscup.com.
About The Jackson T. Stephens Cup
The Jackson T. Stephens Cup (JTS Cup) is an annual collegiate golf tournament honoring the legacy of the late Jackson (Jack) T. Stephens, former Chairman of Augusta National Golf Club and a lifelong advocate for the game of golf. Established in 2021 by Warren A. Stephens, Jack’s son, the premier three-day event features a combination of stroke play and match play, showcasing NCAA Division I men’s and women’s teams that contend for national championships, along with standout individuals from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and U.S. military service academies.
The Alotian Club in Roland, Arkansas, serves as the tournament’s home course, with the event also rotating among other prestigious venues across the country.
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