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 a highly accomplished American professional golfer currently ranked world number one. He competes on the PGA Tour and has held the top ranking for over 175 weeks throughout his career. Scheffler's achievements include winning four major championships, solidifying his status as a dominant force in the world of golf.

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

1960: Arnold Palmer's Season

In 1960, Arnold Palmer had a season with many events, including the Masters. Scottie Scheffler, in 2022, was only the second ever to win as many events including the Masters in that span of time to begin a season.

1991: Ian Woosnam Wins Masters

In 1991, Ian Woosnam won the Masters Tournament while ranked No. 1 in the world, an achievement later matched by Scottie Scheffler in 2022.

1992: Fred Couples Wins Masters

In 1992, Fred Couples won the Masters Tournament while ranked No. 1 in the world, an achievement later matched by Scottie Scheffler in 2022.

June 21, 1996: Scottie Scheffler Born

On June 21, 1996, Scott Alexander Scheffler was born. He would later become a professional golfer on the PGA Tour and achieve the world number one ranking.

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1997: Justin Leonard's Open Championship victory

In 1997, Justin Leonard won the Open Championship. Randy Smith, who later became Scheffler's instructor, had coached Leonard to this victory.

2001: Tiger Woods Wins Masters

In 2001, Tiger Woods won the Masters Tournament while ranked No. 1 in the world, an achievement later matched by Scottie Scheffler in 2022.

2002: Tiger Woods Wins Masters

In 2002, Tiger Woods won the Masters Tournament while ranked No. 1 in the world, an achievement later matched by Scottie Scheffler in 2022.

2006: Stephen Ames' The Players Championship Victory

In 2006, Stephen Ames won The Players Championship by six strokes, the largest margin of victory in the tournament before Scheffler's win in 2023.

2012: First Individual State Title

In 2012, Scottie Scheffler won his first individual state title at Highland Park High School, initiating a three-year streak.

2013: U.S. Junior Amateur Victory

In 2013, Scottie Scheffler defeated Davis Riley 3 and 2 to win the U.S. Junior Amateur.

April 2014: Junior Invitational at Sage Valley

In April 2014, Scottie Scheffler won the Junior Invitational at Sage Valley, further solidifying his status as the top-ranked junior golfer.

May 2014: PGA Tour Debut at HP Byron Nelson Championship

In May 2014, Scottie Scheffler made his PGA Tour debut as an amateur at the HP Byron Nelson Championship, making the cut and finishing in a tie for 22nd place.

2014: College Golf at the University of Texas

In the fall of 2014, Scottie Scheffler began playing golf for the Texas Longhorns at the University of Texas at Austin.

2014: Death of James Ragan in 2014

James Ragan, Scheffler's childhood friend who was diagnosed with osteosarcoma in 2006, passed away in 2014.

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 and Turning Professional

In 2018, Scottie Scheffler graduated from the University of Texas at Austin's McCombs School of Business and turned professional in spring.

2020: Dustin Johnson Wins Masters

In 2020, Dustin Johnson won the Masters Tournament while ranked No. 1 in the world, an achievement later matched by Scottie Scheffler in 2022.

2020: Scheffler's Marriage to Meredith Scudder in 2020

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

April 27, 2022: Scheffler Throws First Pitch at Texas Rangers Game on April 27, 2022

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. He wore his green jacket for the occasion.

2022: Scheffler's Membership at Park Cities Presbyterian Church in 2022

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

2023: Scheffler Attends World Series Game 1 in 2023

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

As of 2024, Scheffler has been coached by Randy Smith since the age of seven. His unconventional footwork, dubbed the "Scheffler shuffle", involves a sliding motion in his back foot.

2024: Birth of Scheffler's Son, Bennett, in 2024

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

2025: Scheffler Attends NHL Western Conference Final Game 1 in 2025

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