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. He competes on the PGA Tour and has held the top ranking for over 150 weeks. Scheffler has won four major championships, solidifying his position as a leading figure in the sport.

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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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1996: Release of "Happy Gilmore"

In 1996, the movie Happy Gilmore was released.

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1997: Justin Leonard's Open Championship Victory

In 1997, Justin Leonard, who was later a mentor to Scottie Scheffler, won The Open Championship. Scheffler would later learn from Leonard.

2006: Diagnosis of James Ragan

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

2012: Purchase of GMC Yukon

In 2012, Scottie Scheffler purchased a GMC Yukon, which he drove after turning professional in 2018, and later auctioned off in 2024 for charity.

2012: High School State Title

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

May 2014: PGA Tour Debut

In May 2014, Scottie Scheffler made his PGA Tour debut as a 17-year-old amateur at the HP Byron Nelson Championship, making the cut and tying for 22nd place. He also recorded a hole-in-one during the third round.

2014: Death of James Ragan

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

2014: Joins Texas Longhorns

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

2018: Graduation and Turning Pro

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

2018: Turning Professional

In 2018, Scottie Scheffler officially turned professional, marking the beginning of his career in professional golf.

2019: Donation to Triumph Over Kid Cancer Foundation

In 2019, Scottie Scheffler donated $50,000 to the Triumph Over Kid Cancer Foundation.

2020: Marriage to Meredith Scudder

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

April 27, 2022: First Pitch at Texas Rangers Game

On April 27, 2022, Scottie Scheffler, wearing his green jacket, threw out the ceremonial first pitch at Globe Life Field before the Texas Rangers–Houston Astros game.

2022: Membership in Park Cities Presbyterian Church

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

February 2023: Appearance in "Full Swing" Documentary

In February 2023, Scottie Scheffler appeared in the sports documentary series Full Swing, which premiered on Netflix.

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August 2023: Investment in Texas Ranchers Pickleball Team

In August 2023, Scottie Scheffler became an investor in the Texas Ranchers, a pickleball team, and later competed in an exhibition match.

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.

2024: Birth of First Child

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

2024: Auction at Triumph Over Kid Cancer Fundraiser

In 2024, at a fundraiser for the Triumph Over Kid Cancer Foundation, Scottie Scheffler auctioned off his 2012 GMC Yukon, which was won by Jim Nantz with a bid of $50,000.

2025: Cameo in "Happy Gilmore 2"

In 2025, Scottie Scheffler made a cameo appearance in the film Happy Gilmore 2, a sequel to Happy Gilmore.

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2025: Attendance at NHL Western Conference Final Game 1

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