Grew up near Augusta National GC, home of the Masters, and was a member of Augusta CC, which is adjacent to Amen Corner.

Next-door neighbor, Graham Hill, first introduced him to golf at age 7. Won five tournaments before his 11th birthday.

2000 NCAA champion as a junior at Oklahoma State. Winning total of 23-under set NCAA Championship scoring record.

Recipient of Jack Nicklaus and Fred Haskins Awards.

Big 12 Champion and Big 12 Player of the Year in 2000.

1996 AJGA Player of the Year. Three-time first-team AJGA All-American.