History of Billy Horschel in Timeline

William John Horschel is a professional golfer from the United States. He is currently active in the PGA Tour.

December 7, 1986: Birth of Billy Horschel

Billy Horschel was born on December 7, 1986. This marks the beginning of the life of a future professional golfer who would go on to play on the PGA Tour.

2006: College Golf Career Begins

In 2006, Billy Horschel began his college golf career at the University of Florida, playing for the Florida Gators men's golf team under coach Buddy Alexander. This period marked the start of his notable achievements in collegiate golf.

2006: Record Setting at U.S. Amateur and U.S. Open Participation

In 2006, Billy Horschel won individual medalist honors at the U.S. Amateur with a record-setting opening round of 60. He also participated in the U.S. Open but missed the cut. These events marked his early prominence in amateur golf.

2007: SEC Player of the Year and Walker Cup Victory

In 2007, Billy Horschel was named the SEC player of the year. Additionally, he represented the United States at the Walker Cup, contributing to the team's victory with a 3–1 record.

2008: Palmer Cup Representation and Honors

In 2008, Horschel represented the United States at the Palmer Cup and was selected as a PING Southeast All-Region player. These accolades further highlighted his collegiate golf success.

December 2009: Turning Professional and Gaining PGA Tour Card

In December 2009, Billy Horschel turned professional and successfully gained his 2010 PGA Tour card through qualifying school. This transition marked the start of his professional golf career.

2009: Graduation and Collegiate Achievements

Billy Horschel graduated from the University of Florida in 2009 with a bachelor's degree in sport management. During his college career, he was a four-time All-American, and SEC player of the year in 2007 and 2009, among other accolades.

December 2010: Regaining PGA Tour Card

In December 2010, Horschel regained his PGA Tour card through qualifying school, providing him a backup to his medical extension. This was a significant step in securing his professional status.

2010: Marriage to Brittany Nelson

Billy Horschel married Brittany Nelson in 2010. They met while both were golfers at the University of Florida and have since had three children together. This personal milestone is a key part of his life story.

2010: Struggles with Injury in Debut Year

In 2010, Horschel's debut year on the PGA Tour was marred by a wrist injury that limited him to four events, in which he did not make the cut. This was a challenging period in his early professional career.

February 2011: First PGA Tour Cut and Conditional Status

In February 2011, Billy Horschel made his first PGA Tour cut at the Mayakoba Golf Classic, finishing T13. He ended the season 140th on the money list, granting him conditional status for 2012.

June 2012: Consecutive Cuts Streak

By June 2012, Billy Horschel had begun a streak of making consecutive cuts on the PGA Tour, which eventually reached twenty-three by April 2013. This consistency was a notable achievement in his career.

2012: Top Finishes in 2012

In 2012, Horschel finished third at the True South Classic and fourth at the Stadion Classic at UGA on the Web.com Tour. However, he ended the year 147th on the money list, reflecting a mix of successes and challenges.

April 2013: Breakthrough PGA Tour Win

In April 2013, Billy Horschel achieved his first PGA Tour win at the Zurich Classic of New Orleans. This win boosted him to third in the FedEx Cup standings and earned him entry into several major tournaments.

2013: U.S. Open Performance

In 2013, Horschel held the joint lead with Phil Mickelson at the halfway stage of the U.S. Open, eventually finishing T4. This strong performance in his first major as a professional showcased his talent on a global stage.

2014: Qualification for Major Tournaments

Horschel's win at the Zurich Classic in 2013 earned him entry into major tournaments such as the PGA Championship, WGC-Bridgestone Invitational, The Players Championship, and the 2014 Masters Tournament. This marked his rise in the professional golf ranks.

2014: BMW Championship and FedEx Cup Victory

In 2014, Horschel won the BMW Championship and subsequently the Tour Championship at East Lake Golf Club, securing the FedEx Cup. These victories propelled him to 14th in the Official World Golf Ranking.

May 2017: Victory at AT&T Byron Nelson

In May 2017, Billy Horschel won the AT&T Byron Nelson in a playoff against Jason Day. This victory added another significant win to his professional golf career.

April 2018: Zurich Classic Win with Scott Piercy

In April 2018, Horschel secured a victory at the Zurich Classic of New Orleans, partnering with Scott Piercy. This win highlighted his ability to excel in team formats as well.

March 2021: WGC-Dell Technologies Match Play Win

In March 2021, Horschel won the WGC-Dell Technologies Match Play, defeating Scottie Scheffler in the final. This victory marked his first World Golf Championship win.

June 2022: Memorial Tournament Win

In June 2022, Billy Horschel won the Memorial Tournament at Muirfield Village, securing his seventh PGA Tour title. This win further solidified his status as a top golfer.

September 2022: Participation in 2022 Presidents Cup

In September 2022, Horschel was selected for the U.S. team in the Presidents Cup, where he won one match and lost two. This experience added another significant event to his international golf career.