Chris Solomon, co-founder of the No Laying Up podcast, is set to compete alongside professional golfer Maverick McNealy in the upcoming AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am. The event is scheduled to take place from February 12 to 15, 2026, on the iconic Pebble Beach golf course. This prominent PGA Tour tournament features a unique format where 80 professionals are paired with amateur golfers for the first two rounds, creating a dynamic and engaging competition.
Chris Solomon’s Background and Previous Tournament Experience
Although primarily known for his podcasting career, Chris Solomon has participated in golf tournaments before. Notably, he competed in the 2025 Creator Classic at TPC Sawgrass, where he finished as runner-up ahead of the Players Championship. His experience in competitive golf adds interest to his upcoming partnership with McNealy, as he aims to make a strong impression at Pebble Beach.
Solomon has helmed the No Laying Up podcast since 2014, where he combines his passion for golf with insightful commentary. Prior to his podcasting career, he had a professional background with KPMG, according to his LinkedIn profile. He also maintains a significant social media presence, boasting nearly 39,000 followers on Instagram.
Star-Studded Lineup to Compete at the 2026 AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am
Alongside Maverick McNealy and Chris Solomon, the 2026 Pebble Beach Pro-Am will feature a robust field of professional golfers and celebrities. Well-known athletes and personalities such as Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce are also participating, highlighting the tournament’s unique blend of sport and entertainment. This mix of players attracts widespread attention each year, making it one of the PGA Tour’s most anticipated events.
Complete Field of Professional and Amateur Teams at Pebble Beach
The field for this year’s tournament is composed of 80 professionals paired with equally skilled amateurs. Some of the notable pairings include Aaron Rai with Paul Salem, Chris Kirk with David Kohler, and newcomer Maverick McNealy teaming with Chris Solomon. Other prominent teams set to take part are Rory McIlroy with Jeff Rhodes, Xander Schauffele with Robert Isom, and Scottie Scheffler alongside David Abeles.
Here is the full list of players and their amateur partners for the 2026 AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am:
- Aaron Rai & Paul Salem
- Chris Kirk & David Kohler
- Steven Fisk & Pat Monahan
- Jhonattan Vegas & Andrew Wilson
- Brian Campbell & Kris Galashan
- Michael Thorbjornsen & Jerry Yang
- Cameron Young & Kelly Grier
- Harris English & Ralph LaRossa
- Harry Hall & Nikesh Arora
- Taylor Pendrith & Barry Sternlicht
- Alex Noren & Ernesto Bertarelli
- Robert MacIntyre & Heidi Ueberroth
- Xander Schauffele & Robert Isom
- Rory McIlroy & Jeff Rhodes
- Marco Penge & Julie Frist
- Keith Mitchell & Travis Kelce
- Matt Fitzpatrick & Doug Mackenzie
- Justin Rose & George Roberts
- Collin Morikawa & Geoff Yang
- Ryan Gerard & Annesley MacFarlane
- Pierceson Coody & Hank Plain
- Si Woo Kim & Dan Rose
- Corey Conners & Jake Owen
- Ben Griffin & Matt Horner
- Aldrich Potgieter & Fred Perpall
- Denny McCarthy & Nathaniel Taylor
- Viktor Hovland & Bryce Currie
- Chris Gotterup & Murray Demo
- Scottie Scheffler & David Abeles
- Tom Hoge & Ping Duan
- Joe Highsmith & Phillip McCrorie
- Emiliano Grillo & Michael Xie
- Maverick McNealy & Chris Solomon
- Jacob Bridgeman & Stephen Reyes
- Max McGreevy & David Beam
- Max Greyserman & David Solomon
- Brian Harman & Bill Rogers
- Andrew Novak & Philippe Laffont
- Bud Cauley & Charlie Allen
- J.T. Poston & Lee Styslinger III
- Min Woo Lee & Stu Francis
- Sami Valimaki & Donald Harrison
- Jake Knapp & Todd Wagner
- Nick Taylor & Greg Penner
- Sam Stevens & Jerry Tarde
- Nico Echavarria & Pau Gasol
- Jason Day & Joe Kernan
- Lucas Glover & Greg Henslee
- Keegan Bradley & Mary Meeker
- Rico Hoey & Jeff Paraschac
- Matt McCarty & Johno Harris
- Tommy Fleetwood & Greg Johnson
- Jordan Spieth & Bob Sternfels
- Ryan Fox & James Dunne
- Daniel Berger & Harris Barton
- Mackenzie Hughes & Alex Smith
- Tony Finau & Ryan Smith
- Patrick Rodgers & Chuck Schwab
- Ludvig Åberg & Tom Nelson
- Garrick Higgo & Steve Young
- Ryo Hisatsune & Edward Herlihy
- J.J. Spaun & Pat Battle
- Sam Burns & Charles Kelley
- Shane Lowry & Jamie Sahara
- Kurt Kitayama & Jin Roy Ryu
- Stephan Jaeger & Derek Larson
- Akshay Bhatia & Guru Gowrappan
- Wyndham Clark & Anthony Noto
- Hideki Matsuyama & Brian Ferris
- Sahith Theegala & Shantanu Narayen
- Alex Smalley & BJ Jenkins
- Michael Kim & Thomas Laffont
- Russell Henley & Ted Fike
- Sepp Straka & Chris Reyes
- Matti Schmid & Patrick Hamill
- Billy Horschel & Ron DeSantis
- Rickie Fowler & Condoleezza Rice
- Patrick Cantlay & Egon Durban
- Kevin Yu & David Hudson
- Adam Schenk & Rob Light
What to Watch at the 2026 Tournament
The pairing of Maverick McNealy with Chris Solomon adds an intriguing storyline to the tournament, combining McNealy’s professional golfing experience with Solomon’s rising profile in the golf community. As the event progresses, attention will be on how this duo adapts to the competitive pressure of the Pro-Am format.
The presence of celebrities alongside seasoned athletes brings additional excitement and unpredictability, making the Pebble Beach Pro-Am an event that combines high-caliber golf with entertainment value. The outcomes here often influence player momentum leading into the rest of the PGA Tour season.
