Patton Kizzire Bio
Maxie Patton Kizzire (born March 3, 1986) is an American professional golfer, currently playing on the PGA Tour. He earned his professional status in 2008 and has achieved significant landmarks throughout his career, including multiple wins on the PGA Tour and recognition as a Web.com Tour Player of the Year.
Early Life and Background
Maxie Patton Kizzire was born in Montgomery, Alabama, and grew up in Tuscaloosa. He played his college golf at Auburn University, where he earned all-Southeastern Conference first team honors in 2006–07 and won the 2007 SEC Championship. Kizzire graduated in 2008 with a degree in Business.
Path to Golf
Kizzire placed third at the 2003 U.S. Junior Open, showcasing his talent early on. After turning professional in 2008, he began his career on the Web.com Tour, where he quickly made a name for himself.
Patton Kizzire Career
Early Career (2008–2015)
In December 2014, Kizzire tied for 21st place at the Web.com Tour Qualifying School final stage. His 2015 season on the Web.com Tour was a breakout year; he was the Tour’s money list leader for most of the season, with two runner-up finishes before securing his first victory at the Utah Championship. This win earned him a PGA Tour card for the 2015–16 season.
Breakthrough (2016–2018)
Kizzire’s rookie season on the PGA Tour was marked by five top-10 finishes and making 20 out of 27 cuts. His best finish was a runner-up at the Shriners Hospitals for Children Open. On November 12, 2017, he won his first PGA Tour title at the OHL Classic at Mayakoba, holding off Rickie Fowler for a one-stroke victory. He followed this with a second title at the Sony Open in Hawaii on January 14, 2018, winning in a sudden-death playoff.
Notable Works and Milestones
Kizzire has achieved significant milestones throughout his career, including three victories on the PGA Tour and recognition as the Web.com Tour Player of the Year in 2015. He is known for his impressive performances and consistency on the course.
Patton Kizzire Award Nominations
Throughout his career, Patton Kizzire has received nominations and accolades for his performances, particularly during his time on the Web.com Tour.
Patton Kizzire Awards Won
Patton Kizzire has won multiple awards, including the Web.com Tour regular season money list winner and the Web.com Tour Player of the Year, both in 2015.
| Award | Wins | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Web.com Tour regular season money list winner | 1 | 2015 |
| Web.com Tour Player of the Year | 1 | 2015 |
Patton Kizzire Family
Information regarding Patton Kizzire’s family is not publicly available.
Personal Life
Patton Kizzire is one of the tallest players on the PGA Tour, standing at 6 feet 5 inches. Details about his personal life, including marital status and children, are not publicly disclosed.
