SAGINAW, Texas -- Raymond Caldwell (San Antonio, Texas) and Billy Bancroft (Franklin, Texas) took home top honors in the International Players Tour Inaugural Championship which was just completed at La Cantera Resort in San Antonio, Texas.

Caldwell, competing in his first ever IPT event, captured $1,595 in prize winnings with his Champions (A) Flight winning score of net one under par 71. Bancroft, competing in his third year with the tour, posted his best net score ever – six under par 66 and earned $1,675 in total prize winnings as the top finisher in the Masters (B) Flight field.

The IPT Inaugural drew many new first time players. Due to the outstanding amount of participation, the event was separated into two flights, producing two $1,000 guaranteed winners in the Net Division.

Gerald Fairchild (Hot Springs Village, Arkansas) captured the Senior Net Division with his winning score of net two over par 74. Gerald takes home the third highest money total of the inaugural event with $800 in winnings. Scratch Division champ David Pearson (Helotes, Texas) completes the winner circle with his one over par 73 win and $450 in prize money.

Forty-two players competed in the first International Players Tour event and were blessed with absolutely perfect weather. The total event payout exceeds $8,497.00, including $357.50 in Referral Bonus Pool money paid to five different players.

Qualifying for the 2008 Tour Championship launched at La Cantera with thirteen players attempting to qualify for the $20,000 guaranteed first place prize. Four players were successful and can now look forward to playing for the biggest prize check in the history of Net Division competition for the rest of the year.

Complete results of the International Players Tour Inaugural Championship can be found by visiting the All Events or Austin area schedule pages here on the website and clicking on the results link.

About International Players Tour
International Players Tour (operated by prior management of Champions Golf Tour (CGT) and American Challenge Golf Tour (ACGT) was launched in January 2008. The Champions Golf Tour was founded by Ron Beaman in the Dallas/Ft. Worth area in April 2002. Ron developed a business model that would provide avid recreational golfers a chance to play in an environment similar to major tour events – “inside the ropes” for significant prize money – utilizing a proprietary handicap system. After conducting its first event in June, 2002, CGT followed with 17 tournaments it’s first season and awarded nearly $60,000 in prize money.

Significant and sustained growth has occurred in subsequent years in player participation, number of events, and prize money. With over 1000 players in their system, the IPT management team conducted over 150 events in 2007 within ten state and twelve metropolitan city areas, with total payouts exceeding $570,000. “The Model that Works” is now being adopted effectively and implemented successfully in multiple cities, with projected expansion into 5-10 new markets each year – including international locations - through a unique licensing program.

And the IPT 2008 Tour Championship be played in November at the beautiful Marriott Horseshoe Bay Resort near Austin, TX – with the winner claiming a $20,000 first prize!
In addition, IPT has created a 2008 Senior Tour Division schedule that includes 18-20 events across the USA. The Senior Tour Division provides playing opportunities for seniors (age 47+) with aspirations for competition on the PGA or Champions Tour or for those otherwise wishing to maintain their level of competition for significant purses.

See www.ipgtour.com for details.

Contact info:
International Players Tour
Ron Beaman
817.232.1773
info@ipgtour.com
www.ipgtour.com