Early Life and Education of Scottie Scheffler: A Complete Timeline

How education and upbringing influenced the life of Scottie Scheffler. A timeline of key moments.

Scottie Scheffler is an American professional golfer currently ranked world number one in the Official World Golf Ranking. He has held the top ranking for over 75 weeks and has achieved significant success on the PGA Tour, including four major championships.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

June 21, 1996: Scottie Scheffler's Birth

On June 21, 1996, Scott Alexander Scheffler was born. He is an American professional golfer who plays on the PGA Tour.

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2006: Diagnosis of James Ragan

In 2006, James Ragan, Scottie Scheffler's childhood friend, was diagnosed with osteosarcoma.

2012: Scheffler drives GMC Yukon

In 2012, Scottie Scheffler acquires a GMC Yukon, which he used since turning professional in 2018.

2012: High School State Title

In 2012, Scottie Scheffler won an individual state title while at Highland Park High School.

2014: Death of James Ragan

In 2014, James Ragan, Scottie Scheffler's childhood friend, passed away after battling osteosarcoma.

2014: College Golf at the University of Texas at Austin

In the fall of 2014, Scottie Scheffler was recruited to play golf at the University of Texas at Austin.

April 2015: Western Intercollegiate Title

In April 2015, Scottie Scheffler won his first individual collegiate title at the Western Intercollegiate held at Pasatiempo Golf Club.

2018: Graduation from University of Texas

In 2018, Scottie Scheffler graduated from the University of Texas at Austin's McCombs School of Business with a bachelor's degree in finance.

2020: Marriage to Meredith Scudder

In 2020, Scottie Scheffler married Meredith Scudder at Arlington Hall in Dallas.

April 27, 2022: Ceremonial first pitch at Texas Rangers game

On April 27, 2022, after winning his first Masters, Scottie Scheffler was invited to throw out the ceremonial first pitch at Globe Life Field before the Texas Rangers–Houston Astros game, wearing his green jacket for the occasion.

2022: Membership at Park Cities Presbyterian Church

As of 2022, Scottie Scheffler is a member of Park Cities Presbyterian Church. He attends Bible study with his caddie Ted Scott.

2023: Attendance at World Series Game 1

In 2023, Scottie Scheffler and Jordan Spieth attended Game 1 of the World Series, supporting the Texas Rangers against the Arizona Diamondbacks.

2024: Coaching and Footwork Analysis

As of 2024, Scottie Scheffler has been coached by Randy Smith since the age of seven. His unconventional footwork, dubbed the "Scheffler shuffle", has drawn attention in golf media. Performance coach Troy Van Biezen credited Smith for not attempting to eliminate Scheffler's foot slide, and stated: "I wholeheartedly believe that if any other golf coach got a hold of Scottie, they would have tried to change his swing and probably would have ruined him."

2024: Birth of first child

In 2024, Scottie Scheffler and his wife Meredith welcomed their first child, a son named Bennett.

2025: Attends NHL Western Conference Final Game 1

In 2025, Scottie Scheffler attended Game 1 of the NHL Western Conference Final between the Dallas Stars and Edmonton Oilers, three days after winning the PGA Championship.