Father, Kevin, played college golf at Huntington College in Alabama, and went on to become the head professional at Indian Pines in Auburn, Alabama.

Was high school teammates with fellow Korn Ferry Tour member Davis Thompson at Lee-Scott Academy (Auburn, Alabama), as the two helped the team win six consecutive state titles (2012-17).

Played high school football, throwing for more than 1,400 yards and rushing for 1,100 yards during his final two years at Lee-Scott Academy, a small, private school in Alabama.