History of Scottie Scheffler in Timeline
Scottie Scheffler is an American professional golfer, currently ranked world number one. He has held the top spot in the Official World Golf Ranking for over 100 weeks. Scheffler's accomplishments include winning two major championships: the 2022 and 2024 Masters Tournament. He is a prominent figure on the PGA Tour.
1960: Arnold Palmer's Season Start
In 1960, Arnold Palmer had a successful season start, a historical reference point for Scheffler's achievement in 2022.
1962: Arnold Palmer's Season
In 1962, Arnold Palmer was the last golfer before Scottie Scheffler to win six times before July.
1980: Tom Watson's PGA Tour Season
In 1980, Tom Watson was the last player before Scottie Scheffler to win five times on the PGA Tour before the U.S. Open.
1991: Ian Woosnam Wins Masters Ranked No. 1
In 1991, Ian Woosnam was the first golfer to win the Masters Tournament while ranked No. 1 in the world.
1992: Fred Couples Wins Masters Ranked No. 1
In 1992, Fred Couples won the Masters Tournament while ranked No. 1 in the world.
June 21, 1996: Scottie Scheffler's Birth
On June 21, 1996, Scottie Scheffler was born. He is an American professional golfer who plays on the PGA Tour.
1996: Release of Happy Gilmore
In 1996 the movie Happy Gilmore was released.
1997: Justin Leonard's Open Championship Victory
In 1997, Justin Leonard, who was later coached by Randy Smith (Scheffler's instructor), won the Open Championship. Smith's coaching of Leonard was significant for Scheffler's development.
2000: Tiger Woods' Top-12 Finishes
In 2000, Tiger Woods recorded a streak of top-12 finishes, a historical reference point for Scheffler's achievement in 2022.
2001: Tiger Woods Wins Masters Ranked No. 1
In 2001, Tiger Woods won the Masters Tournament while ranked No. 1 in the world.
2002: Tiger Woods Wins Masters Ranked No. 1
In 2002, Tiger Woods won the Masters Tournament while ranked No. 1 in the world for the second year in a row.
2005: Tiger Woods Wins Jack Nicklaus Award
From 2005 to 2007, Tiger Woods won the Jack Nicklaus Award.
2006: Stephen Ames' Victory at The Players Championship
In 2006, Stephen Ames won The Players Championship by six strokes, the largest margin of victory until Scheffler's win in 2023.
2007: Tiger Woods Wins Jack Nicklaus Award
From 2005 to 2007, Tiger Woods won the Jack Nicklaus Award.
2007: Tiger Woods' Seven-Win Season
In 2007, Tiger Woods was the last player before Scottie Scheffler to record a seven-win season on the PGA Tour.
2009: Tiger Woods' Season
In 2009, Tiger Woods was the last PGA Tour golfer before Scottie Scheffler to win six times in a season.
2012: First Individual State Title
In 2012, Scottie Scheffler won his first individual state title at Highland Park High School, beginning a streak of three consecutive wins.
2013: U.S. Junior Amateur Victory
In 2013, Scottie Scheffler defeated Davis Riley 3 and 2 to win the U.S. Junior Amateur, adding to his list of achievements as a junior golfer.
April 2014: Junior Invitational at Sage Valley Win
In April 2014, Scheffler won the Junior Invitational at Sage Valley and was also the top-ranked junior golfer in the country.
May 2014: PGA Tour Debut at HP Byron Nelson Championship
In May 2014, Scottie Scheffler made his PGA Tour debut as a 17-year-old amateur at the HP Byron Nelson Championship, where he made the cut and finished in a tie for 22nd place.
2014: Began Playing Golf at University of Texas
In the fall of 2014, Scottie Scheffler began playing golf for the Texas Longhorns at the University of Texas at Austin.
April 2015: First Individual Collegiate Title
In April 2015, Scottie Scheffler won his first individual collegiate title at the Western Intercollegiate held at Pasatiempo Golf Club.
2015: Bubba Watson's Tournament Record
In 2015, Bubba Watson set the tournament record at Albany Golf Course, which Scottie Scheffler tied in December 2024.
June 2016: Qualified for First U.S. Open
In June 2016, Scheffler qualified for his first U.S. Open, holding the overnight clubhouse lead after the first round but missing the cut.
2017: Low Amateur at U.S. Open and Walker Cup Victory
In 2017, Scheffler finished as the low amateur at the U.S. Open and was part of the U.S. team that won the Walker Cup.
2017: Low-Amateur Honors at the U.S. Open
In 2017, Scheffler received low-amateur honors at the U.S. Open, further establishing his reputation as a talented golfer.
December 2018: Earned 2019 Web.com Tour Card
In December 2018, Scheffler earned his 2019 Web.com Tour card through qualifying school, paving the way for his professional career.
2018: Rory McIlroy Wins Arnold Palmer Invitational
In 2018, Rory McIlroy won the Arnold Palmer Invitational. His score was the lowest at Bay Hill until Scottie Scheffler's win.
2018: Graduation from the 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.
2018: Turned Professional
In 2018, Scottie Scheffler transitioned from amateur to professional golfer, marking the beginning of his professional career.
May 26, 2019: First Web.com Tour Victory at Evans Scholars Invitational
On May 26, 2019, Scottie Scheffler won his first Web.com Tour victory at the Evans Scholars Invitational after a playoff with Marcelo Rozo.
August 18, 2019: Nationwide Children's Hospital Championship Win
On August 18, 2019, Scheffler won the Nationwide Children's Hospital Championship in Columbus, Ohio, securing a two-shot victory and leading to a fully exempt PGA Tour card for the 2020 season.
2019: Korn Ferry Tour Player of the Year
In 2019, Scheffler was recognized as the Korn Ferry Tour Player of the Year, an honor reflecting his outstanding performance on the tour.
2019: Earned Web.com Tour Card
In 2019, Scottie Scheffler played on the Web.com Tour, marking an important stage in his journey to the PGA Tour.
2019: Named PGA Tour Rookie of the Year
In 2019, Scottie Scheffler was named the PGA Tour Rookie of the Year, acknowledging his successful entry into the PGA Tour.
August 2020: Tied for Fourth at the PGA Championship
In August 2020, Scheffler finished tied for fourth at the 2020 PGA Championship, marking a significant achievement in a major tournament.
August 21, 2020: Shot a 59 at The Northern Trust
On August 21, 2020, Scheffler shot a 12-under 59 at The Northern Trust, which was the joint second-lowest round in PGA Tour history.
2020: Dustin Johnson Wins Masters Ranked No. 1
In 2020, Dustin Johnson won the Masters Tournament while ranked No. 1 in the world.
2020: Third Place Finish at The American Express
In 2020, Scheffler finished third at The American Express after being tied for the lead after three rounds.
2020: Scheffler's Marriage
In 2020, Scottie Scheffler married his wife, Meredith Scudder.
2020: PGA Tour Rookie of the Year
In 2020, Scottie Scheffler was named PGA Tour Rookie of the Year, marking a successful start to his career on the PGA Tour.
2020: 2020 Results Not in Chronological Order
In 2020, the results were not in chronological order.
2020: Scheffler Becomes a PGA Tour Member
Scottie Scheffler was not a PGA Tour member until 2020.
March 2021: Runner-Up Finish at WGC Match Play
In March 2021, Scottie Scheffler recorded the first runner-up finish of his PGA Tour career at the WGC Match Play, where he was defeated by Billy Horschel in the final.
September 2021: Named to U.S. Ryder Cup Team
In September 2021, Scheffler was selected as a captain's pick for the U.S. team in the 2021 Ryder Cup at Whistling Straits, where the U.S. team won and he contributed with a 2–0–1 record.
2021: Multiple Top-10 Finishes at Major Championships
In 2021, Scottie Scheffler posted top-10 finishes at each of the three major championships: PGA Championship (T-8th), U.S. Open (T-7th), and Open Championship (T-8th).
February 13, 2022: First PGA Tour Title at WM Phoenix Open
On February 13, 2022, Scottie Scheffler won his first PGA Tour title at the WM Phoenix Open in a playoff against Patrick Cantlay.
April 10, 2022: Masters Tournament Victory
On April 10, 2022, Scheffler won the Masters Tournament, defeating Rory McIlroy by three strokes. He became the fifth golfer to win the Masters while ranked No. 1 in the world.
May 29, 2022: Lost Charles Schwab Challenge in Playoff
On May 29, 2022, Scheffler lost the Charles Schwab Challenge in a playoff to Sam Burns, who made a 38-foot birdie putt.
September 2022: Named PGA Tour Player of the Year
In September 2022, Scottie Scheffler was named the 2022 PGA Tour Player of the Year, earning the Jack Nicklaus Award for the first time.
2022: Scheffler's Religious Affiliations
As of 2022, Scottie Scheffler is a member of Park Cities Presbyterian Church and supports Behind Every Door. He attends Bible study with his caddie, Ted Scott.
2022: Breakout Season and First Major Championship
In 2022, Scheffler had a breakout season, securing his first PGA Tour victory, rising to world number one, and winning his first major championship at the Masters Tournament.
2022: Played in the Presidents Cup
In 2022, Scheffler participated in the Presidents Cup for the U.S. team, where he lost three of the four matches he played and tied the other.
2022: Continued Top-12 Finishes
In 2022, Scottie Scheffler started a streak of 18 consecutive top-12 finishes, further highlighting his consistency on the PGA Tour.
2022: Lost Lead at Tour Championship
In 2022, despite leading the Tour Championship and starting with a 2-stroke lead, Scheffler lost the tournament to Rory McIlroy, tying for the largest 54-hole lead blown on the PGA Tour.
2022: Discontinuation of the Championship and Invitational
The Championship and Invitational were discontinued from 2022.
February 2023: Defended Title at WM Phoenix Open
In February 2023, Scheffler successfully defended his title at the WM Phoenix Open, returning to number one in the Official World Golf Ranking.
February 2023: Scheffler Appears in Full Swing
In February 2023, Scottie Scheffler appeared in the sports documentary series Full Swing on Netflix.
August 2023: Scheffler Invests in 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: Played in the Ryder Cup
In 2023, Scheffler played on the U.S. team in the Ryder Cup, where the European team won, and he had a record of 0-2-2.
2023: Notable Finishes in Major Championships
In 2023, Scheffler tied-10th at the Masters, tied for 2nd at the PGA Championship, and finished 3rd at the U.S. Open, leading to his return to number one in the Official World Golf Ranking.
2023: The Players Championship Win
In 2023, Scottie Scheffler won The Players Championship, marking another significant victory in his career.
2023: Discontinuation of the Champions
The Champions were discontinued from 2023.
May 8, 2024: Birth of Scheffler's First Child
On May 8, 2024, Scottie Scheffler and his wife Meredith welcomed their first child, a son named Bennett.
May 17, 2024: Scheffler's Arrest Near Valhalla Golf Club
On May 17, 2024, Scottie Scheffler was arrested near Valhalla Golf Club and charged with multiple offenses. The charges were later dropped on May 29.
September 1, 2024: Money list update
As of September 1, 2024, Scheffler's money list was updated.
December 2024: Scheffler Wins Hero World Challenge and The Match
In December 2024, Scottie Scheffler won the Hero World Challenge for the second straight year and was named 2024 PGA Tour Player of the Year. He teamed with Rory McIlroy to win 'The Match'.
2024: Second Masters Win and Olympic Gold Medal
In 2024, Scheffler claimed his second major championship at the Masters Tournament and won the gold medal in the men's individual tournament at the Summer Olympics.
2024: Scheffler Wins Gold at 2024 Paris Olympics
In 2024, Scottie Scheffler represented the United States at the Paris Olympics and won the gold medal in golf. He shot a final-round 62 to win by one stroke.
2024: Scheffler Wins 2024 Tour Championship and FedEx Cup
In 2024, Scottie Scheffler won the Tour Championship at East Lake Golf Club and claimed his first FedEx Cup title. He also made $62 million in on-course earnings for the season.
2024: Scheffler's Performance at the 2024 PGA Championship and Charles Schwab Challenge
In 2024, at the PGA Championship at Valhalla Golf Club, Scottie Scheffler was arrested and released before shooting a 66. He broke a streak with a 73 in the third round and finished tied for 8th. He was also runner-up at the Charles Schwab Challenge.
2025: Scheffler Cameo in Happy Gilmore 2
In 2025, Scottie Scheffler made a cameo appearance in the film Happy Gilmore 2.
2025: Scheffler's 2025 Season Start
In 2025, Scottie Scheffler missed the start of the season due to a hand injury. He finished in a tie for 20th at the Players Championship and was runner-up at the Texas Children's Houston Open. He placed solo-fourth at the Masters Tournament.
Mentioned in this timeline
FedEx Corporation originally Federal Express is a multinational conglomerate based...
Rory McIlroy a Northern Irish professional golfer is a former...
Tiger Woods is a highly accomplished American professional golfer recognized...
Philip Alfred Mickelson nicknamed Lefty is a prominent American professional...
The tiger is a large powerful cat native to Asia...
Brooks Koepka is an accomplished American professional golfer Turning pro...
Trending
4 days ago Kid Rock Opens Nashville Seafood Restaurant, Receives Congratulations from Trump Who Calls Him 'badass'.
4 days ago Iga Swiatek reaches Roland Garros 2025 quarterfinal after dramatic match with Switolina.
4 days ago Chelsea declines Jadon Sancho deal, opts to return him to Man Utd.
4 days ago Maignan's Renewal: Allegri's Request, Chelsea's Interest, and Milan's Negotiation Updates
4 days ago Aryna Sabalenka seeks French Open revenge against Zheng Qinwen in quarter-finals.
4 days ago Ukraine's Drone Attacks Inside Russia Impact Military Strategy, Targeting Warplanes and Key Assets.
Popular
Cristiano Ronaldo often called CR is a Portuguese professional footballer...
Donald John Trump is an American politician media personality and...
Michael Jordan also known as MJ is an American businessman...
LeBron James nicknamed King James is a professional basketball player...
Elon Musk is a prominent businessman best known for leading...
Anthony Stephen Fauci is a prominent American physician-scientist and immunologist...