The LPGA's first major championship each year, celebrating tradition, excellence, and the joy of competition
Municipal masterpiece redesigned by Tom Doak, bringing the Chevron Championship to Texas with challenging urban golf
Desert oasis where champions leaped into Poppie's Pond for over 50 years, creating golf's most iconic celebration
Original host venue where the championship began as the Colgate Dinah Shore Winner's Circle
Island green par 5 where winners traditionally leap into Poppie's Pond, creating golf's most joyful tradition
Strategic short hole showcasing Tom Doak's minimalist design philosophy in urban Houston setting
Demanding desert hole where championships are often decided with water and desert in play
Dinah Shore creates the tournament at Mission Hills, establishing the first women's major in the California desert.
Tournament gains major championship status, featuring Poppie's Pond tradition and becoming the LPGA's first major each year.
Chevron Corporation sponsorship brings new energy and 2026 venue move to Houston, expanding the championship's reach.
Winners traditionally leap into Poppie's Pond next to the 18th green at Mission Hills, a joyful celebration started by Amy Alcott in 1988 that became golf's most iconic victory tradition.
The 2026 move to Memorial Park Golf Course reflects Chevron's Houston headquarters and brings the championship to a new market with a redesigned Tom Doak municipal course.
The Chevron Championship is typically played in April, serving as the first major championship of the women's golf season.
As the LPGA's first major each year, it sets the tone for the season. The Poppie's Pond tradition and strong field make it one of women's golf's most celebrated events.
From Colgate Dinah Shore to ANA Inspiration to Chevron Championship, the tournament has maintained its major status while adapting to new sponsors and venues.
The Chevron Championship kicks off the women's major championship season each April, combining world-class competition with unforgettable traditions. From the desert of California to the heart of Texas, this championship continues to evolve while honoring its rich heritage of celebrating women's golf excellence.