Lexington Chamber Celebrates Successful Inaugural Autumn Open Golf Tournament

Lexington, SC 11/10/2026 - Beautiful fall weather, friendly competition and plenty of camaraderie helped make the Lexington Chamber's inaugural Lexington Links Autumn Open a tremendous success.

Hosted at Golden Hills Golf & Country Club, the 2026 Autumn Open brought together local businesses, community members and golf enthusiasts for a day of competition, networking and fun on the golf course.

With what the Chamber described as perfect "Chamber of Commerce" weather, participants enjoyed a memorable day while competing for top honors and, of course, bragging rights.

Chamber President and CEO Angelle LaBorde and Immediate Past Chair Trey Powell presented awards to the tournament's top-placing teams and individual winners.

Taking home first place honors was Tidewater Boats, represented by Danny Rhome, Bennett Rhome, Evan Stone and Chris Stone.

Comporium secured second place. Team members included Jimmy McWaters, Brandon Hedgepath, Will McWaters and Mike Ziemke.

Finishing in third place was Grow Financial, represented by John Paul, Ed Maag and Beauford Coulter. Stephen McNeil was also a member of the team. Not Pictured:

Individual competition also brought recognition to several participants.

Nathan Ruth of First Reliance Bank claimed the Longest Drive award.

The Closest to the Pin honors went to Evan Stone of Tidewater Boats, Ed Maag of Grow Financial and Blake Taylor of Southern First Bank.

The Lexington Chamber expressed its appreciation to everyone who participated and helped make the first Autumn Open such a successful event.

The tournament provided an opportunity for local businesses and community members to connect outside the workplace while enjoying a day of friendly competition and fellowship.

With a successful inaugural tournament now in the books, the Lexington Links Autumn Open offered another opportunity to showcase the strong business relationships and community connections that make Lexington County special.

Congratulations to all the winners and everyone who helped make the 2026 Autumn Open a success!