Ryan Gerard - PGA Tour Professional Early Life and Amateur Career Ryan Gerard was born on March 16, 2000, in Raleigh, North Carolina. He developed his golf skills at Ravenscroft School before pursuing collegiate golf. College Career Gerard attended the University of North Carolina (UNC), where he played from 2018-2022. During his collegiate career, he earned All-ACC honors and was a key contributor to the Tar Heels' golf program. Professional Career Gerard turned professional in 2022 and earned his way onto the PGA Tour through the Korn Ferry Tour. His breakthrough came at the 2023 Honda Classic, where he finished T4 after Monday qualifying, securing Special Temporary Membership on the PGA Tour. Career Earnings As of 2023, Gerard's PGA Tour career earnings total approximately $957,544. His highest single tournament payday came from his T4 finish at the 2023 Honda Classic. Tour Status Following strong performances in 2023, Gerard earned his full PGA Tour card for the 2023-24 season through the Korn Ferry Tour Finals. Personal Life Gerard maintains a private personal life and resides in Jupiter, Florida. He's known for his powerful driving ability, averaging over 300 yards off the tee. Playing Style Gerard is recognized for his aggressive play and strong ball-striking abilities. His driving distance averages 308.9 yards (2023 season), placing him among the longer hitters on Tour. Notable Achievements - Special Temporary Member status on PGA Tour (2023) - T4 finish at 2023 Honda Classic - Successful transition through Korn Ferry Tour to PGA Tour - Multiple top-25 finishes in his rookie season Note: Personal details such as marital status and net worth are not publicly available through verified sources.