2026 Texas Children's Houston Open: PGA Betting and Fantasy Preview - Key Stats, Course Breakdown, Tournament Trends, TV Times, and More


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The PGA Tour travels to Houston, Texas, this week for the Texas Children's Houston Open, the first of two stops in Texas leading into the first major of the season. The event takes place at Memorial Park Golf Course and features a 133-player field with a cut after 36 holes.

After skipping last week, World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler returns to action looking to regain his form following back-to-back finishes outside the top 20 for the first time since 2023. The good news is that Memorial Park has been a great fit for him, as he has recorded three runner-up finishes in his last four appearances at this event.

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Texas Children’s Houston Open - Tournament Information

 

Texas Children’s Houston Open - Course Information

Course Architect:

Comparable Courses:

Comparable Location (Houston, Texas):

Designer Link (John Bredemus):

Designer Link (Tom Doak):

Comparable Yardage (7,475 Yards):

Comparable Greens (Bermudagrass with Poa trivialis overseed .110”):

Comparable Average Green Size (7,000 sq. ft.):

 

Texas Children’s Houston Open - TV Information (ET)

 

Texas Children’s Houston Open - Weather

 

Texas Children’s Houston Open - Course/Tournament History

The Texas Children’s Houston Open, formerly known as the Houston Open, has a storied history dating back to its inaugural event in 1946. Over the years, the tournament has been played at various courses around the Houston area, including River Oaks Country Club, Memorial Park Golf Course, and The Golf Club of Houston.

In 2020, the event returned to Memorial Park Golf Course after a comprehensive renovation by renowned architect Tom Doak, with input from PGA TOUR star Brooks Koepka. In 2023, Texas Children’s Hospital became the title sponsor, reinforcing the event’s commitment to supporting charitable initiatives.

Memorial Park Golf Course, located in Houston, Texas, has a rich history dating back to 1912 when it was originally constructed as a nine-hole course for military personnel stationed at Camp Logan. In 1935, renowned golf course architect John Bredemus redesigned it into an 18-hole layout, which quickly gained a reputation as one of the finest municipal courses in the country.

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Memorial Park has hosted the Houston Open on several occasions, including a return to the PGA TOUR schedule in 2020 after a complete renovation led by Tom Doak, with consultation from Brooks Koepka. The redesign modernized the course while maintaining its original character, creating a challenging yet fair test for the world’s best golfers.

Previous Tournament Venues:

Duration Course Location:
2021-2022, 2024-Present Memorial Park Golf Course Houston, Texas
2003-2020 Redstone Golf Club (Golf Club of Houston) Houston, Texas
1985-2002 TPC at The Woodlands Woodlands, Texas
1975-1884 Woodlands Country Club Woodlands, Texas
1973-1974 Quail Valley Country Club Missouri City, TX
1972 Westwood Country Club Austin, Texas
1966-1971 Champions Golf Club Houston, Texas
1964-1965 Sharpstown Country Club Houston, Texas
1951-1963 Memorial Park Golf Course Houston, Texas
1950 BraeBurn Country Club Houston, Texas
1949 Pine Forest Country Club Houston, Texas
1947 Memorial Park Golf Course Houston, Texas
1946 River Oaks Country Club Houston, Texas

Previous Tournament Names:

Duration Tournament Name
2024-Present Texas Children’s Houston Open
2022 Cadence Bank Houston Open
2021 Hewlett Packard Enterprise Houston Open
2020 Vivint Houston Open
2018-2019 Houston Open
1992-2017 Shell Houston Open
1988-1991 Independent Insurance Agent Open
1987 Big “I” Houston Open
1985-1986 Houston Open
1983-1984 Houston Coca-Cola Open
1980-1982 Michelob-Houston Open
1972-1979 Houston Open
1966-1968, 1970-1971 Houston Champions International
1959-1965 Houston Classic
1946-1947, 1949-1958 Houston Open

Tournament Records:

Course Records:

 

Texas Children’s Houston Open - Course Guide/ Scorecard

Originally crafted by John Bredemus in 1936, Memorial Park Golf Course features a Par 70 layout, comprising five Par 3s, ten Par 4s, and three Par 5s.

Historically, Memorial Park has played as one of the tougher non-major venues on TOUR, often rewarding patience, discipline, and elite ball striking. However, that narrative was challenged last season when Min Woo Lee set the 72-hole tournament scoring record at 20 under par. That performance raised questions about whether scoring conditions are beginning to soften at this venue or if it was simply an outlier. Factors such as reduced tree coverage following storm damage and minimal wind likely contributed to the unusually low scores. It will be worth monitoring this year to see if that's the new norm for this venue.

The course’s primary defense remains its length, stretching beyond 7,400 yards, paired with relatively narrow fairways. That said, distance has proven to be a major advantage, as players who can overpower the course have found success even without elite accuracy. Missing the fairway here is not nearly as penal as it is at many other venues, allowing longer hitters to stay aggressive off the tee.

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Texas Children’s Houston Open - Notable Par 3s

The five Par 3s range between 155 yards and 237 yards. Last year, all of the par 3s had a scoring average over par except for No. 2 and No. 9.

Hole 7 | Par 3 | 216 Yards | 2025 Stroke Average: 3.113 (Difficulty Rank - 2)

Hole 7 is a long Par 3 that is tucked up against the trees and ravine. Depending on where the pin is located, players can land a ball on the front or run one down the slope that splits the green into two tiers. The right side of this green is the safe and favorable side.

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Hole 15 | Par 3 | 155 Yards | 2025 Stroke Average: 3.084 (Difficulty Rank - 4)

Welcome to the loudest hole in Texas. Don't let the distance fool you. This short Par 3 has a difficult green to land on with not much area for a safe miss. With a false front on the right side, a creek short and left, and a very narrow green, this exciting hole will be a challenge for pros and amateurs alike.

 

Texas Children’s Houston Open - Notable Par 4s

There are ten Par 4s at Memorial Park Golf Course, with the majority of those holes ranging between 400 and 450 yards. No. 17 is the shortest, listed at 405 yards, with the longest being No. 14, playing 529 yards. In terms of scoring average, the toughest par 4 on the course last year was the 1st hole.

Hole 4 | Par 4 | 490 Yards | 2025 Stroke Average: 4.079 (Difficulty Rank - 5)

Hole 4 features one of the most important tee shots at Memorial Park Golf Course. From the tee box, it looks like a dog leg left, however, the fairway bends back to the right as you approach the green, creating a very interesting look. When hitting your approach, be cautious of going long, as there is a creek that lines the back of the green.

Hole 17 | Par 4 | 405 Yards | 2025 Stroke Average: 4.002 (Difficulty Rank - 9)

One of the more unique looking holes out at Memorial Park Golf Course, the 17th hole is a short Par 4 that requires two precise shots to hit the green in regulation. From the back tees, the fairway takes on an "S" like shape around the retention pond while the green juts out into the water for a tough second shot.

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Texas Children’s Houston Open - Notable Par 5s

There are three Par 5s on the course: No. 3, No. 8, and No. 16. All of these holes had a scoring average under par in 2025. Hole No. 3 was the easiest hole on the course last year, with a scoring average of 0.623 below par.

Hole 8 | Par 5 | 625 Yards | 2025 Stroke Average: 4.625 (Difficulty Rank - 17)

The longest Par 5 on the course, Hole 8, requires precise shots to maneuver the fairway and reach the green without any issues. The fairway starts with a dog leg right off the tee and then bends back left as you approach the green, bringing out-of-bounds areas into play. On the left edge of the green, a creek can come into play causing a player to favor the right side.

Hole 16 | Par 5 | 616 Yards | 2025 Stroke Average: 4.648 (Difficulty Rank - 16)

This long Par 5 is difficult to go for in two, but not impossible. With a long drive off the tee, the fairway has a downslope that players use to their advantage. But if the ball goes too far left, it can end up in the thick trees forcing a lay up. The green is protected by water on three of its four sides, and not much room behind for a bail out shot.

Featured/ Signature Hole(s): 15, 17

 

Texas Children’s Houston Open - Key Statistics

As the Texas Children's Houston Open returns to Memorial Park Golf Course, understanding how this course compares to PGA Tour averages can help identify which players are best suited for success. Here’s how Memorial Park Golf Course stacks up statistically:

Statistics PGA Tour Average Memorial Park Golf Course
Driving Distance (Yards) 291.9 293.7
Driving Accuracy 60.5% 55.5
GIR Percentage 66.1% 63.5%
Avg GIR Prox to Hole (Feet) 37.2 39.7
Scrambling Percentage 58.9% 58.3%
3 Putt Avoidance Percentage 2.83% 2.88%

Strokes Gained: Approach

Strokes Gained: Around the Green

Strokes Gained: Putting (Bermudagrass)

Driving Distance Gained

Par 3 Scoring

Par 5 Scoring: 600-650 Yards

Scrambling Gained

Bogey Avoidance

Proximity Gained: 200+ Yards

Comparable Courses and Event History

 

Texas Children’s Houston Open - The Field

The 2026 Texas Children's Houston Open features an intriguing 133-player field. The tournament includes just three of the top-20 players in the Official World Golf Ranking, headlined by World No. 1 Scottie Scheffler. Defending champion Min Woo Lee will be in the field this week, coming off three top-15 finishes in his last four starts.

Basis of qualification for each entrant this week:

Previous Winners in the Field (Event):

Debutants in the Field:

Exemptions:

Notable Withdraws/ Changes:

 

Texas Children’s Houston Open - The Odds

Here’s a breakdown of the top players in the field for this year’s Texas Children's Houston Open at Memorial Park Golf Course, ranked by current betting odds (via DraftKings). The table below details each player’s five most recent finishes on the PGA Tour/ DP World Tour and their last result at the Texas Children's Houston Open. My top plays of the week are included in the PGA Premium package.

Golfer Odds Last 5 Finishes on the PGA TOUR/ DPWT*
(Recent -> Past)
Last 5 Finishes at the Texas Children's Houston Open
(Recent -> Past)
Scottie Scheffler +270 T22-T24-T12-T4-T3 T2-T2-T9-T2-T32
Min Woo Lee +2300 T32-T6-T12-T2-T28 WON
Chris Gotterup +2500 T56-T18-MC-T37-WON T18-T57
Sam Burns +2500 T13-MC-MC-T6-MC WD-T7-T7-MC
Jake Knapp +2600 MC-6-T8-8-T5 T27-MC
Brooks Koepka +2700 T18-T13-T9-MC-T56 MC-T5-MC
Rickie Fowler +2800 T42-T9-T28-T19-T18 T52-T43-T3-T10-71
Kurt Kitayama +3100 MC-T18-T2-T48-T24 T39-T36
Harry Hall +3500 MC-T9-MC-T24-MC T18-T28-T39
Ben Griffin +3600 MC-MC-MC-T41-T37 T18-T36-T16

 

Recent Horses for Courses

Texas Children's Houston Open Texas Children's Houston Open Cadence Bank Houston Open Hewlett Packard Enterprise Houston Open
Memorial Park Golf Course Memorial Park Golf Course Memorial Park Golf Course Memorial Park Golf Course
Golfer 2025 2024 2022 2021
Scottie Scheffler T2 T2 T9 T2
Stephan Jaeger T11 WON T9 T35
Alejandro Tosti T5 T2 - -
Mackenzie Hughes 10 T14 T16 T29
Tony Finau T32 T2 WON MC
Gary Woodland T2 T21 T9 MC

 

Recent Donkeys for Courses

Texas Children's Houston Open Texas Children's Houston Open Cadence Bank Houston Open Hewlett Packard Enterprise Houston Open
Memorial Park Golf Course Memorial Park Golf Course Memorial Park Golf Course Memorial Park Golf Course
Golfer 2025 2024 2022 2021
Matt Wallace MC MC MC -
Danny Willett MC - WD MC
Peter Malnati MC T36 MC MC
Thorbjorn Olesen MC MC - -
Kristoffer Ventura MC MC - -
Doug Ghim MC MC - -
Rafael Campos MC MC - -
Seamus Power MC - - MC
Patton Kizzire MC MC - -
Patrick Fishburn MC MC - -
Austin Eckroat MC - MC -
Bronson Burgoon MC MC - T35
Adam Schenk MC - MC T29
Justin Lower MC T28 MC -
Vincent Whaley MC MC - T15

 

Previous Winners' Scores, Prices, and Strokes Gained (Rank at Tournament)

SG: Off the Tee SG: Tee to Green SG: Approach SG: Around the Green SG: Putting
42nd 9th 14th 15th 2nd
SG: Off the Tee SG: Tee to Green SG: Approach SG: Around the Green SG: Putting
37th 18th 38th 9th 3rd
SG: Off the Tee SG: Tee to Green SG: Approach SG: Around the Green SG: Putting
2nd 4th 9th 29th 2nd
SG: Off the Tee SG: Tee to Green SG: Approach SG: Around the Green SG: Putting
14th 17th 2nd 67th 3rd

 

Previous Winners Incoming Form (Last 5 Starts)

 

Previous Winners' Finishes at Event

2025: Min Woo Lee

2024: Stephan Jäger

Cadence Bank

Houston Open

Hewlett Packard Enterprise Houston Open Houston Open
Memorial Park Golf Course Memorial Park Golf Course Redstone Golf Club (Golf Club of Houston)
2022 2021 2018
T9 T35 MC

2023: No Tournament

2022: Tony Finau

Hewlett Packard Enterprise Houston Open Vivint Houston Open Houston Open Shell Houston Open Shell Houston Open Shell Houston Open
Memorial Park Golf Course Redstone Golf Club (Golf Club of Houston) Redstone Golf Club (Golf Club of Houston) Redstone Golf Club (Golf Club of Houston) Redstone Golf Club (Golf Club of Houston) Redstone Golf Club (Golf Club of Houston)
2021 2020 2018 2017 2016 2015
MC T24 T24 T34 MC T42

2021: Jason Kokrak

Houston Open Shell Houston Open Shell Houston Open Shell Houston Open Shell Houston Open Shell Houston Open Shell Houston Open
Redstone Golf Club (Golf Club of Houston) Redstone Golf Club (Golf Club of Houston) Redstone Golf Club (Golf Club of Houston) Redstone Golf Club (Golf Club of Houston) Redstone Golf Club (Golf Club of Houston) Redstone Golf Club (Golf Club of Houston) Redstone Golf Club (Golf Club of Houston)
2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012
T80 T71 68 MC MC 9 MC

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