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By: NewsRamp Editorial Staff
October 30, 2026
JASDFW Golf Tournament Sets Record, Strengthens Japan-Texas Ties
TLDR
- A Frisco Economic Development Corporation team set a new JASDFW record with 54, beating B12 Consulting by three strokes.
- The JASDFW golf tournament combines a scramble-format competition with networking, lunch, and awards to support Japan-North Texas ties.
- JASDFW's tournament strengthens North Texas-Japan relationships by bringing business and community leaders together for competition and camaraderie.
- No golfer won the Toyota Tundra at Hole 17, but an SMBC participant claimed the vehicle two years ago.
Impact - Why it Matters
This news matters because it highlights the ongoing efforts of the Japan-America Society of DFW to foster economic and cultural connections between North Texas and Japan. The record-breaking performance and strong sponsor support demonstrate the community's engagement and the importance of such events in building lasting relationships that benefit both regions.
Summary
The Japan-America Society of DFW (JASDFW) held its annual golf tournament, bringing together business and community leaders for a day of competition, networking and camaraderie. The event, supported by title sponsor Toyota, featured fantastic weather, a lunch catered by Texas de Brazil, and an awards presentation. A new tournament record was set by the Frisco Economic Development Corporation-sponsored team of Thai Thong, Jeremy Carroll, Chad Berens and Neil Nesladek, who finished at 18 under par with a score of 54. B12 Consulting took second place at 15 under par, while The Original Pancake House DFW and Toyota Team 2 tied for third at 10 under par. Individual honors went to Neil Nesladek for Closest to the Pin and Craig Fryer for Longest Drive. The Hole-in-One Contest on Hole #17, where golfers could win a Toyota Tundra, added excitement, though no one claimed the vehicle this year. Click for Images to see highlights from the day.
Beyond the competition, the tournament strengthened relationships among JASDFW members, partners and supporters while supporting the organization's mission of fostering deeper connections between North Texas and Japan. JASDFW expressed gratitude to sponsors including Toyota, Frisco Economic Development Corporation, Irving Economic Development Partnership, ORIX Corporation USA, City of Plano EDC, Toyota Tsusho America, B12 Consulting, Barnes & Thornburg, MUFG, Panasonic, CG Infinity, City of Carrollton, Artmac Soft and AI Connex. The annual event continues to serve as an important gathering for JASDFW's corporate and community network, combining friendly competition with meaningful opportunities to build relationships and support the organization's work throughout North Texas.
About the Japan-America Society of Dallas/Fort Worth: JASDFW strengthens cooperation and understanding between the people of Japan and North Texas through business, cultural and educational programs. Through events, partnerships and community initiatives, JASDFW creates opportunities to build lasting relationships and deepen ties between the region and Japan.
Source Statement
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