Patton Kizzire - PGA Tour Professional Early Life and Education Patton Kizzire was born on March 3, 1986, in Montgomery, Alabama. He attended Auburn University, where he played collegiate golf from 2004 to 2008, earning All-SEC honors during his time with the Tigers. Professional Career Kizzire turned professional in 2008 and worked his way through the mini-tours before earning his Web.com Tour card (now Korn Ferry Tour) in 2014. He secured his PGA Tour card for the 2015-16 season after winning the 2015 Web.com Tour money title. PGA Tour Victories • 2017 OHL Classic at Mayakoba • 2018 Sony Open in Hawaii Career Earnings As of 2023, Kizzire's career PGA Tour earnings exceed $13 million. His most successful season came in 2017-18, when he earned over $3 million. Personal Life Patton Kizzire is married to Kari Hodgdon Kizzire, and they reside in Sea Island, Georgia. The couple welcomed their first child, a son named Bolton, in 2020. Equipment Kizzire stands at 6'5" and is known for using Titleist equipment, including the TSR driver and Scotty Cameron putter. Playing Style Known for his putting abilities, Kizzire has consistently ranked among the Tour's better players on the greens. His tall frame helps him generate significant club head speed, leading to above-average driving distance. Career Highlights • Career-best world ranking: 51st (2018) • Made over 150 cuts on the PGA Tour • Qualified for the FedEx Cup Playoffs multiple times • First PGA Tour victory came in his 63rd career start The above information is verified through PGA Tour official statistics and public records.