First picked up a club at age nine, but it wasn't until he attended Lamar University that he saw a course with bunkers.

Grew up in an athletic household. Father was a high school basketball coach and brother was a PGA professional.

Winner of the 1976-77 New Mexico High School Championships.

Won 1981 Southland Conference Championship while attending Lamar University.

Winner of 1989 Pebble Beach Invitational.