Midland High's Lujan qualifies for state golf tournament

Senior golfer Gilbert Lujan Jr. secures third-place finish at Region I-6A Championship

Apr. 14, 2026 at 10:08pm

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A fragmented, geometric painting depicting the dynamic action of a high school golf tournament, with overlapping planes of green fairways, sand traps, and golfers in motion, capturing the intensity and energy of the regional competition.A cubist interpretation of the high-stakes regional golf tournament that saw Midland High's Gilbert Lujan Jr. punch his ticket to the state championship.Midland Today

Midland High senior golfer Gilbert Lujan Jr. punched his ticket to the Class 6A State Tournament after finishing tied for third at the Region I-6A Championship at Tangle Ridge Golf Club in Grand Prairie. Lujan shot a two-day total of 73-70—143 to secure one of the three qualifying spots for state.

Why it matters

Qualifying for the state tournament is a major accomplishment for high school golfers, capping off years of hard work and dedication. For Lujan, this represents his last chance to compete at the state level before graduating, making the achievement even more meaningful.

The details

Lujan ended up winning a playoff for the third-place medal after tying Southlake Carroll's Andrea Birolini. The senior said his putting and chipping were keys to his success this week. Midland High coach Edi DeLucas praised Lujan's focus and determination, noting that he has been working towards this goal since he was a young child.

  • Lujan shot his two-day total of 73-70—143 at the Region I-6A Championship on April 14, 2026.
  • The Class 6A State Tournament will be held on April 27-28, 2026 at Lake Whitney.

The players

Gilbert Lujan Jr.

A senior golfer at Midland High School who qualified for the Class 6A State Tournament by finishing tied for third at the Region I-6A Championship.

Edi DeLucas

The head golf coach at Midland High School who has known Lujan since he was a young child and is proud of his accomplishment in qualifying for state.

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What they’re saying

“It means almost everything to me. It's my last year and my last chance to get to state, just really thankful and happy that I could make it.”

— Gilbert Lujan Jr., Midland High Golfer

“I've known Gilbert since he was little and I know his dad and he's probably crying, just because he would take him out since he was 5, 6 years old to play out there. For him and his family, this means everything. He's worked so hard and has put in so much time. I'm super excited for the young man.”

— Edi DeLucas, Midland High Golf Coach

What’s next

Lujan will compete at the Class 6A State Tournament on April 27-28, 2026 at Lake Whitney, where he will look to cap off his high school golf career with a strong performance.

The takeaway

Lujan's qualification for the state tournament is a testament to his dedication and perseverance, as well as the support of his coach and family. His achievement highlights the hard work and passion that goes into high school golf, and the sense of pride and accomplishment that comes with reaching the state level.