WARSAW, IN – Warsaw Community High School (WCHS) senior Keegan Besson, a long-time caddie at Tippecanoe Lake Country Club (TLCC), has been awarded the Evans Scholarship, a full tuition and housing scholarship granted to golf caddies who excel in academics, leadership and character. He is the fifth TLCC caddie in six years to receive this prestigious honor, continuing the club’s legacy of excellence in youth caddie development.
Besson has been a committed caddie for three years, completing over 100 loops and gaining valuable experience through the TLCC Caddie Program. His strong academic record, leadership roles and extracurricular involvement helped distinguish him among scholarship applicants. At WCHS, he has participated in basketball, student council, golf, volleyball and unified flag football, serving in multiple leadership roles, including Head Manager for Basketball, Student Council Representative and Varsity Volleyball Team Member. He is also an active member of the National Honor Society.
The Evans Scholarship, awarded by the Western Golf Association (WGA), is one of the nation’s most prestigious full-tuition scholarships, covering the complete cost of college housing and tuition for deserving caddies. Recipients are selected based on their caddie record, academic achievements, financial need and leadership skills.
“We are incredibly proud of Keegan and his accomplishments,” said Chris Hoke, TLCC WGA Director. “His dedication, determination and leadership make him a deserving recipient of this life-changing scholarship.”
Besson plans to attend Indiana University this fall as part of the Evans Scholars Class of 2025.
About the Evans Scholarship:
The Evans Scholars Program, administered by the Western Golf Association, provides full tuition and housing scholarships to high-achieving caddies nationwide. Since its inception in 1930, the program has helped thousands of young men and women achieve their college dreams through the support of the golf community. For more information, visit wgaesf.org.
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Photo Provided (left to right): Jim Anderson Tom Dormin, Keegan Besson, Chris Hoke and Benjamin Robert Barkey