Register Now for the Society of Petroleum Engineers SPE Gulf Coast 26th Annual Sporting Clays Tournament and Lunch Cook-Off 13th Annual Food Frenzy Competition – June 12, 2026 – Katy, TX

13th Annual Food Frenzy Competition

Date: Friday, June 12, 2026

Location: Westside Sporting Grounds

Join the Society of Petroleum Engineers Gulf Coast Section for one of the industry’s most anticipated annual networking and fundraising events — the 26th Annual Sporting Clays Tournament and 13th Annual Food Frenzy Competition.

Open to shooters of all experience levels, this long-standing tradition combines friendly competition, industry networking, great food, and outdoor fun, all while supporting SPE student scholarships and future energy industry professionals.

Whether you’re competing on the course, sponsoring a station, or participating in the Food Frenzy cook-off, this event offers an outstanding opportunity to connect with colleagues, entertain clients, and support the next generation of engineering talent.

Event Schedule

• 8:30 AM – Participant Check-In & Breakfast
• Sporting Clays Tournament – 100-round course across three shooting courses
• Food Frenzy Competition – Entertainment, food, drinks, and team voting throughout the day

Tournament Registration Packages

Complete Registration Including Team Mulligans & Cart

$1,200 per 4-person team
Includes:

• 100-round course
• Ammunition
• Team mulligans (NEW – 3 pairs per shooter)
• 4-person golf cart

Essential Registration Including Team Mulligans

$1,100 per 4-person team
Includes:

• 100-round course
• Ammunition
• Team mulligans (NEW – 3 pairs per shooter)

Complete Registration – No Mulligans or Cart

$1,000 per 4-person team
Includes:

• 100-round course
• Ammunition

Registration Information

Ammunition is included for 12-gauge and 20-gauge shooters. Participants who prefer to bring their own shells must use:

• No. 7-1/2 shot
• No. 8 shot
• No. 9 shot only

When registering, please include each team member’s email address to help streamline check-in and ensure everyone receives important tournament updates, including course assignments and start times.

Tournament supporters and sponsors will receive first consideration for preferred course placement.

Food Frenzy Competition

The 13th Annual Food Frenzy Competition returns as one of the day’s most popular attractions. Participating teams will set up adjacent to the pavilion and provide food, beverages, and entertainment for attendees throughout the event.

Each shooter will receive one poker chip to vote for their favorite Food Frenzy team. The winning competitor will receive a commemorative trophy.

Food Frenzy Competitor Sponsorship: Limited to 10 teams
Availability: Only 8 spots remaining

Scholarship Sponsorship Opportunities

Gold Scholarship Supporter – $5,000

• Company logo featured on event signage
• Two complimentary tournament teams
• VIP parking access

Silver Scholarship Supporter – $2,500

• Company logo featured on event signage
• One complimentary tournament team
• VIP parking access

Bronze Scholarship Supporter – $1,500

• Company name displayed on event signage

Station Sponsor – $500

• Includes sponsorship of two shooting stations
• Name featured on station signage
• Station selection available on a first-come, first-served basis

Scorecard Sponsor – $1,000

• Company branding on tournament scorecards
• Recognition on event signage

Tournament Photo Sponsor – $1,500

• Company logo featured on commemorative shooter photos
• Recognition on event signage

Trophy Sponsor – $1,500

• Company logo featured on tournament trophies
• Recognition on event signage

Course Beverage Sponsor – $150

• Opportunity to host beverage stations throughout the course
• Recognition on sponsor boards

Breakfast & Coffee Sponsor – $150

• Recognition on event signage

Clays Supporter Donation

Support SPE-GCS scholarships with a contribution of any amount. Supporter names will be displayed on event signage.

Cancellation Policy

Registration and payment must be completed in full to guarantee attendance. Individuals with incomplete or unpaid registrations will be considered walk-in attendees and admitted only as space permits.

No refunds will be issued for no-shows or cancellations received within 48 hours of the event. Substitutions are permitted within the same organization during the same calendar year.