James C. “Red” Hall†

Inducted 2005
Hometown: Hanna, Okla.
High School: Hanna Public High School
Best Known for: Coaching – Golf

Hall was a lifetime member of the PGA and was instrumental in aiding several successful golf courses and serving with numerous golfing boards. His name is synonymous with golf in the McAllen-Mission area.

Hall started as a caddy at Shary Municipal Golf Course in 1935, returning after a stint in World War II to become head pro at Shary. Later, he helped build the McAllen Municipal Course and eventually moved on to the Palmview Course. After that, he was involved with the design of Cimarron Country Club in Mission.

During his career, Hall served as president of the Rio Grande Valley PGA chapter and was an official, player, and sponsor of the Rio Grande Valley Open golf tournament.

Hall was inducted into the PGA Half Century Club for his lifetime of contributions. He was always willing to mentor young golfers.