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Jackson Koivun

John M — Sun, 26 Jul 2026 21:41:45 GMT

We all knew the kid was good based on his collegiate and amateur career, but WOW, SIMPLY WOW!! His performance at the 3M has been next level. Mature beyond his years. A great addition to the Titleist Staff.

RE: Jackson Koivun

Todd W — Mon, 02 Nov 2026 03:37:54 GMT

I look forward to seeing what he does in the game. He has a promising career ahead of him.

RE: Jackson Koivun

Frank P — Sat, 31 Oct 2026 16:14:46 GMT

I hope for the best for him. Time will tell. I thought Jordan Speith would be great over the long haul and look what happened to Will Zalatoris. Hopefully Zalatoris recovers and returns to form.

RE: Favourite Titleist Staffer

Chris G — Mon, 26 Oct 2026 15:14:36 GMT

Cameron Young! Rep Upstate NY to the fullest!
Sleepy Hollow

Favourite Titleist Staffer

DELETE ME — Wed, 21 Dec 2022 04:24:02 GMT

I'll start,

Willy Z :)

RE: Favourite Titleist Staffer

Dale V — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 19:38:47 GMT

The guy currently on my radar is Johnny Keefer. A former Baylor Bear who worked his way up Americas Tour and Korn Ferry tour. Hoping to see him rack up a few wins on the PGA Tour. Sic’em Bears!

RE: Favourite Titleist Staffer

Wade W — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 12:06:47 GMT

I think Michael Brennan is going to make some major noise in 2027...

WW

RE: Jackson Koivun

APhillip — Thu, 22 Oct 2026 11:07:34 GMT

Between him and Brennan there is a lot for the tour to be snapping about. Many years of outstanding golf ahead.

RE: Jackson Koivun

Noah B — Tue, 20 Oct 2026 01:15:54 GMT

Reminds me of JT with the swagger and confidence, gonna be a great long term player

RE: The Final Nail in the LIV Coffin

TUser — Thu, 15 Oct 2026 23:19:37 GMT

Golf is now and has been fine without them. We have too many young players who can really play to worry about them. Let's get behind the young guys who have respect for the game.

The Final Nail in the LIV Coffin

Frank P — Tue, 13 Oct 2026 19:23:40 GMT

Now that the DP World Tour has banned anyone playing in LIV 2.0, from playing in any DP World Tour events or any chance of being considered for the Ryder Cup. I think that just about does it for LIV. So far, Richard Bland is the only one to commit to LIV 2.0 so far. As he put it, "At my age, I have nowhere else to go". So that's what BC Partners, the LIV 2.0 money people, have to look forward to for a roster. The rest are headed to the lifeboats, looking for a return somewhere. It will be rough sledding ahead for the Jumpers and deservedly so.

RE: The Final Nail in the LIV Coffin

Chuck Zirkle — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 20:05:38 GMT

The biggest European name, John Ramm is definitely not committing. They have outLIVed their usefulness. Now what is it going to take for them to let the big names back into the regular tours in Europe and in the states. I understand why they left, they have a right to make a living, but it was a big chance and with that was a big gamble.

A new name to watch for.?

Chuck Zirkle — Wed, 14 Oct 2026 19:55:02 GMT

As I was getting ready to warm up this morning, was in our parking lot talking with a young man about golf, of course. He works as a caddy at the Ocean Course at Kiawah. The Caddies play at our Muni, tough greens and a good course to better their game. He also holds our course record of 64 during tournament play. He told me was getting ready to head out to Q school outside Jackson, MS in a few weeks. A tough road and wished him well. Asked him what ball he played and he said Prov1, of course. Threw him a sleeve, thanked me and off he went. Has a game I dream off. Nice young man. We share one other thing, the same fitter.

Did a little research on Connor Doyal. Like to share to my fellow members.

Connor Doyal — Amateur Golf Star and PGA Tour Qualifier

Connor Doyal is a 27‑year‑old American golfer best known for his strong amateur career, multiple national titles, and recent PGA Tour qualifying success, despite never playing college golf

Career Overview

Doyal, from Charleston, South Carolina, has built an impressive résumé in the mid‑amateur and professional amateur circuits. He has won the South Carolina Mid‑Amateur, the Terra Cotta Invitational, and placed in the quarterfinals of the U.S. Mid‑Amateur. He also earned the World Amateur Golf Ranking at 280th, with a point average of 602.4

In 2026, he qualified for the PGA Tour’s Myrtle Beach Classic via the Monday Qualifier, posting a 7‑under 65 at TPC Myrtle Beach — tying the low round of the day and securing one of four qualifier spots. This was a breakthrough moment after years of building his game as a caddie and competitor.

Background and Path to Golf

Doyal never played college golf. He was a state championship team member as a high school junior but burned out in his senior year and chose not to compete in college. He enrolled at Auburn University as an engineering major, which limited his golf time until the COVID‑19 pandemic allowed him to return to competition. He worked as a full‑time caddie at Kiawah Island’s Ocean Course in South Carolina, a role that gave him time to practice and stay connected to the game. His competitive drive was reignited after winning the South Carolina Mid‑Amateur and other amateur events

Notable Achievements

- South Carolina Mid‑Amateur Champion - Terra Cotta Invitational Winner - U.S. Mid‑Amateur Quarterfinalist - World Amateur Golf Ranking: 280th - PGA Tour Monday Qualifier winner at Myrtle Beach Classic 2026

Style and Personality

Doyal is known for his competitive “chip on his shoulder” and love of golf as both a passion and a profession. He has said that caddying and meeting players has been one of his favorite parts of the game, and he enjoys finding players who “really love golf in their own right”

In summary: Connor Doyal is a rising amateur golf star with a strong record in national championships, a recent PGA Tour qualifying win, and a background that blends competitive play, caddying, and a deep personal connection to the sport.

TT Bag Tag

Bo k — Thu, 06 Apr 2023 17:06:58 GMT

WKilloran — Tue, 06 Oct 2026 15:29:25 GMT

Maybe move to a resort area such as Pinehurst, and learn how to caddie. Feel what it’s like to carry in very high temps with high humidity, and then do it the next day. I remember watching Vijay, and the round is just the start of the day. An 8 hour day might be a luxury for some of these guys. It’s a tough job.

RE: Getting on tour

Drew — Thu, 01 Oct 2026 19:27:40 GMT

It's so cut throat, you have to be the top 1% of the 1% of golfers to even make it. Like others have said, being a scratch or just inside + handicap won't get it done. In a previous life I got to a +3.5 and I was getting waxed. I just couldn't get to that next level, realized it and did something with my education instead. You need to be able to fire a low 60's routinely in an every day round. See where you stack up in state and national amateur events or go hit up a Monday qualifier.

I know this thread is over a year old and Forrest hasn't made any new posts, but if you see this, did you ever give it a chance?