Attended Leesville Road High School in Raleigh, North Carolina, the same school as two-time PGA TOUR winner Grayson Murray and American Idol season two runner-up Clay Aiken.

While studying actuarial math at Clemson, received the Outstanding Freshman Award from the College of Science's department of mathematical sciences.

His grandfather worked in the Pentagon. His father, John, has been the biggest influence on his golf career, along with his mother Jude's unconditional support. Has one sister, named Karma.

Won the 2017 U.S. Amateur on the first playoff hole against Doug Ghim at The Riviera Country Club. Clemson head football coach Dabo Swinney called him the night before the championship match and again to congratulate him on the victory.

Is a huge Clemson football and baseball fan.

Has a passion for the stock market.