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USA Today
2 days ago
- Sport
- USA Today
British Open champion Scottie Scheffler to donate new practice facility to Texas Golf
Before Scotty Scheffler even teed it up for the first round of the British Open at Royal Portrush in Northern Ireland, the former Texas Longhorns golfer was making news. In a 5+ minute answer at his pre-tournament press conference, Scheffler opened up about the balance he's found in his life. While he strives to be the best in the world at his chosen profession, the things that fill his heart with joy are his family and inner circle. "If feels like you work your whole life to celebrate winning a tournament for like, a few minutes. It only lasts a few minutes. That kind of euphoric feeling. ... It's not a fullfilling life. It's not fulfilling from like the deepest places of your heart." - Scottie Scheffler Scheffler is obviously dedicated to his craft. But still, in many corners of the media and the golf world, his motives and desire were questioned. "I'm kind of a sicko. I love putting in the work. I love being able to practice, I love being able to live out my dreams. But at the end of the day, sometimes I don't understand the point." - Scottie Scheffler The Texas Ex has compartmentalized his life. He strives to be good at his job so he can enjoy what fills his heart. His 15-month-old son Bennet, his Highland Park High School sweetheart, wife Meredith and others close to him are what matters to him. Scheffler enjoys the grind of practice. Part of that comes from his time at Texas. On Monday, Texas Longhorns Golf Coach John Fields announced Scheffler would be funding a renovation of the Longhorns' practice facility at UT Golf Club. The complex and driving range will be called "Scheff's Kitchen." Scheffler and Meredith have remained close to Coach Fields and his wife Pearl. Last year, during an alumni pro-am, Scheffler let Pearl wear his Olympic Gold Medal all day. Although the Coach knew his former player had another motive. 'That helped him because he knew everyone wanted to see that gold medal … and Pearl got to be an Olympian for the day. He just finds fun ways to enjoy that moment but not be too overwhelmed by it, and he's really good about it.' - Texas Men's Golf Coach John Fields Other Texas golfers have contributed to the Longhorns golf facility. Jordan Spieth helped design and fund the construction of a six-hole short course at the club called "Spieth Lower 40." And Texas alum, and US Open winner, Tom Kite, recently remastered the team's chipping area. Of course, Scheffler also was back on the UT Campus last year to serve as the guest picker for ESPN College Football GameDay. He also received his first major award on GameDay. In 2022 Fields presented Scheffler with the Jack Nicklaus Trophy, his first PGA Tour Player of the Year award. He's now won it three years in a row. Follow us on X/Twitter at @LonghornsWire.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Scottie Scheffler family tree: Meet wife Meredith, parents, more to know about star golfer's roots
Scottie Scheffler has ascended to a level that few other professional golfers have before. His three majors wins, including two at The Masters, can only be matched by some of the sport's most well-known stars, and he just keeps going. Each time a major comes around, it's become an expectation that Scheffler will be in contention. When he does come out on top, the American star can often be seen celebrating with his family, including his wife and young son. 📲 Follow The Sporting News on WhatsApp From Scheffler's high school sweetheart, to his New Jersey-native parents, here's everything to know about those closest to the star golfer. MORE:Complete list of U.S. Open winners and payouts throughout history Scottie Scheffler wife: Meredith Scudder Long before Scottie Scheffler became world No. 1 in golf, he met his future wife, Meredith Scudder, in high school. Both being from Dallas, they began dating their senior year at Highland Park High School. "I had to woo her for a few years," Scheffler said with a laugh in 2023. While they met in high school, the couple spent some time apart in college. While Meredith attended Texas A&M, Scottie Scheffler went to the University of Texas, and they dated from a distance for all four years. 'At the beginning of high school I always thought he had a super humble ambiance about him, that he was just a really down-to-earth guy that doesn't take himself too seriously,' Meredith told Golf Digest of Scottie. 'Even when he had amazing accomplishments, that wasn't the most important thing about him.' The couple got married in December 2020. Photos from the wedding can be seen in Scheffler's 2023 anniversary Instagram post: Meredith is also in charge of curating opportunities for Behind Every Door (BED), a faith-based nonprofit which provides sport, educational and creative programs for youth in underdeveloped neighborhoods in the Dallas area. "I believe everyone has unique gifting. I love being part of an organization that is showing kids their giftings and giving them a chance to not only discover those gifts but see who God created them to be," Scudder told Veritex Community Bank for Essential Golf. Meredith can often be seen supporting Scottie Scheffler at his tournaments, whether walking the course with him or celebrating his wins. Scottie Scheffler son: Bennett Scheffler Scottie and Meredith Scheffler welcomed a son, Bennett, in May 2024. "Welcome to the world little one," Scheffler wrote in an Instagram post. "Your mom & dad love you so much." "I can't really describe the feeling of dreaming of just coming and playing on the PGA Tour, to be sitting at home with the girl I dated in high school with our child and then the Green Jacket sitting in the closet is a pretty insane feeling, and I just wanted to be as thankful as possible," Scheffler said after his son was born, per National Club Golfer. MORE:Every British Open winner in history, from Rory McIlroy to Tiger Woods Scottie Scheffler mother: Diane Scheffler Scheffler's mother is Diane Scheffler, who grew up in Park Ridge, New Jersey. Until Scheffler was six years old, the family lived in New Jersey, where his father is also from. They later moved to Dallas. Scheffler said in 2023 that growing up, his mom was the one "who was working and supporting our family financially, which I would say is a little bit different." She worked as a business manager at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates in the 1980s, according to People, then later became a Chief Operating Officer at various law firms, including Thompson & Knight LLP, Troutman Sanders LLP and Foley Hoag LLP. Currently, she is a consultant for Scout's East Coast Ranch in New York City. In his 2024 Masters speech, Scheffler thanked both of his parents. "To my parents, thank you for taking me to way too many golf tournaments as a kid. I love y'all both very much," he said. "I can't put into words what it means to have your support out here, win or lose. I love y'all." Scottie Scheffler father: Scott Scheffler Scheffler's father, Scott Scheffler, is from Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey. He was a carpenter and stay-at-home dad throughout Scottie's youth, and he played a role in the star golfer's interest in the sport as a kid, including taking him to the driving range and with Diane, eventually getting Scottie access to Royal Oaks Country Club in Dallas. Because of Diane's job, Scott was often the one at home, which Scottie told AP in 2022 that he "didn't know any different." "It's just what you do as a father for your children ... I've done for all of them. They've given us great joy," Scott Scheffler told AP in 2022. "[Scottie's] the one that did all the hard work, not me. I just raised him and tried the best I could to be a good dad.' Scott Scheffler, who often watches his sons tournaments in-person alongside Diane, has spoken of his son's accomplishments plenty of times in the past. 'I used to wonder, 'Can Scottie really be that good at his craft, at the game of golf?' And he is. He truly has been given a gift and he uses it," Scott told the New York Post in April 2023. "It does surprise me ... He's my child. He's my son. Sometimes you just say to yourself, 'Wow.' ' MORE:Why is the Masters always at Augusta National? Scottie Scheffler sisters: Callie, Molly, and Sara Scheffler has three sisters, the oldest of whom is Callie. She was born in 1994, while Scottie was born in 1996. '[Callie] was the classic first child. She felt a responsibility to look after her younger brother when she caddied for him in all those big junior tournaments," Scottie's manager, Rocky Hambric, told Power Fades of Callie and Scottie in April 2023. When Scottie competed in the 2016 U.S. Open as an amateur, Callie was his caddie. She played collegiate golf at Texas A&M, and Callie now has two children with her husband, Andrew. Diane and Scott also welcomed two more daughters, Molly and Sara. Molly, who also went to Texas A&M, now works for the PGA Tour as a communications specialist, per her LinkedIn. More specifically, she currently works in "Player & Agent Communications." Sara, like Scottie, graduated from the University of Texas and recently got married.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Scottie Scheffler family tree: Meet wife Meredith, parents, more to know about star golfer's roots
Scottie Scheffler has ascended to a level that few other professional golfers have before. His three majors wins, including two at The Masters, can only be matched by some of the sport's most well-known stars, and he just keeps going. Each time a major comes around, it's become an expectation that Scheffler will be in contention. When he does come out on top, the American star can often be seen celebrating with his family, including his wife and young son. 📲 Follow The Sporting News on WhatsApp From Scheffler's high school sweetheart, to his New Jersey-native parents, here's everything to know about those closest to the star golfer. MORE:Complete list of U.S. Open winners and payouts throughout history Scottie Scheffler wife: Meredith Scudder Long before Scottie Scheffler became world No. 1 in golf, he met his future wife, Meredith Scudder, in high school. Both being from Dallas, they began dating their senior year at Highland Park High School. "I had to woo her for a few years," Scheffler said with a laugh in 2023. While they met in high school, the couple spent some time apart in college. While Meredith attended Texas A&M, Scottie Scheffler went to the University of Texas, and they dated from a distance for all four years. 'At the beginning of high school I always thought he had a super humble ambiance about him, that he was just a really down-to-earth guy that doesn't take himself too seriously,' Meredith told Golf Digest of Scottie. 'Even when he had amazing accomplishments, that wasn't the most important thing about him.' The couple got married in December 2020. Photos from the wedding can be seen in Scheffler's 2023 anniversary Instagram post: Meredith is also in charge of curating opportunities for Behind Every Door (BED), a faith-based nonprofit which provides sport, educational and creative programs for youth in underdeveloped neighborhoods in the Dallas area. "I believe everyone has unique gifting. I love being part of an organization that is showing kids their giftings and giving them a chance to not only discover those gifts but see who God created them to be," Scudder told Veritex Community Bank for Essential Golf. Meredith can often be seen supporting Scottie Scheffler at his tournaments, whether walking the course with him or celebrating his wins. Scottie Scheffler son: Bennett Scheffler Scottie and Meredith Scheffler welcomed a son, Bennett, in May 2024. "Welcome to the world little one," Scheffler wrote in an Instagram post. "Your mom & dad love you so much." "I can't really describe the feeling of dreaming of just coming and playing on the PGA Tour, to be sitting at home with the girl I dated in high school with our child and then the Green Jacket sitting in the closet is a pretty insane feeling, and I just wanted to be as thankful as possible," Scheffler said after his son was born, per National Club Golfer. MORE:Every British Open winner in history, from Rory McIlroy to Tiger Woods Scottie Scheffler mother: Diane Scheffler Scheffler's mother is Diane Scheffler, who grew up in Park Ridge, New Jersey. Until Scheffler was six years old, the family lived in New Jersey, where his father is also from. They later moved to Dallas. Scheffler said in 2023 that growing up, his mom was the one "who was working and supporting our family financially, which I would say is a little bit different." She worked as a business manager at Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP & Affiliates in the 1980s, according to People, then later became a Chief Operating Officer at various law firms, including Thompson & Knight LLP, Troutman Sanders LLP and Foley Hoag LLP. Currently, she is a consultant for Scout's East Coast Ranch in New York City. In his 2024 Masters speech, Scheffler thanked both of his parents. "To my parents, thank you for taking me to way too many golf tournaments as a kid. I love y'all both very much," he said. "I can't put into words what it means to have your support out here, win or lose. I love y'all." Scottie Scheffler father: Scott Scheffler Scheffler's father, Scott Scheffler, is from Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey. He was a carpenter and stay-at-home dad throughout Scottie's youth, and he played a role in the star golfer's interest in the sport as a kid, including taking him to the driving range and with Diane, eventually getting Scottie access to Royal Oaks Country Club in Dallas. Because of Diane's job, Scott was often the one at home, which Scottie told AP in 2022 that he "didn't know any different." "It's just what you do as a father for your children ... I've done for all of them. They've given us great joy," Scott Scheffler told AP in 2022. "[Scottie's] the one that did all the hard work, not me. I just raised him and tried the best I could to be a good dad.' Scott Scheffler, who often watches his sons tournaments in-person alongside Diane, has spoken of his son's accomplishments plenty of times in the past. 'I used to wonder, 'Can Scottie really be that good at his craft, at the game of golf?' And he is. He truly has been given a gift and he uses it," Scott told the New York Post in April 2023. "It does surprise me ... He's my child. He's my son. Sometimes you just say to yourself, 'Wow.' ' MORE:Why is the Masters always at Augusta National? Scottie Scheffler sisters: Callie, Molly, and Sara Scheffler has three sisters, the oldest of whom is Callie. She was born in 1994, while Scottie was born in 1996. '[Callie] was the classic first child. She felt a responsibility to look after her younger brother when she caddied for him in all those big junior tournaments," Scottie's manager, Rocky Hambric, told Power Fades of Callie and Scottie in April 2023. When Scottie competed in the 2016 U.S. Open as an amateur, Callie was his caddie. She played collegiate golf at Texas A&M, and Callie now has two children with her husband, Andrew. Diane and Scott also welcomed two more daughters, Molly and Sara. Molly, who also went to Texas A&M, now works for the PGA Tour as a communications specialist, per her LinkedIn. More specifically, she currently works in "Player & Agent Communications." Sara, like Scottie, graduated from the University of Texas and recently got married.
The Sun
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Sun
Who is Scottie Scheffler's wife Meredith Scudder and how many children do couple have?
SCOTTIE SCHEFFLER is closing in on another major title at The Open in Royal Portrush - and wife Meredith has been cheering him on every step of the way. Here is everything SunSport know about Scheffler's wife. 4 4 Who is Scottie Scheffler's wife, Meredith? Meredith Scudder was born in Texas, United States, on May 12, 1996. She was raised by her mother, Michelle Scudder, and her father, Mark Scudder. She grew up with two siblings — her brother Andrew and sister Stephanie. In 2014, Scudder graduated from Highland Park High School, where she met long-term lover Scottie Scheffler. Meredith took an instant liking to Scottie, explaining: "At the beginning of high school I always thought he had a super humble ambience about him, that he was just a really down-to-earth guy that doesn't take himself too seriously. "Even when he had amazing accomplishments, that wasn't the most important thing about him." After high school she attended Texas A&M University as a communication and business major. She secured her Bachelor's degree in 2018. Scheffler was born on June 21, 1996, in New Jersey, but his parents, Scott and Diane, moved the family to Dallas, Texas, when the golfing prodigy was seven. The young sportsman had already discovered his talent by this time, explaining to Golf Digest: "In high school, I narrowed it down to just basketball and golf. "My whole life, I knew how much I loved golf. It was the one sport I always wanted to be playing, regardless of the season." While Scudder studied at A&M University, Scheffler attended their rivals, the University of Texas, but that didn't stop the pair from regularly visiting each other. What is Meredith Scudder's history with Scottie Scheffler? Scudder and Scheffler met at High School but didn't date until senior year. They continued dating long-distance during their university years, before Scheffler popped the big question during a hike at the Arbor Hills Nature Preserve in Texas. Meredith and Scottie tied the knot in a Winter Wonderland-themed wedding in 2020. Prior to the big day, Scudder wrote on her Instagram: "YES! I can't believe God gave me my best friend to spend the rest of my life with, can't wait to be your wife, Scottie!!!! "Blown away at the Lord's faithfulness and goodness to us. [LET'S] DO THIS!!" The couple officially tied the knot on December 4, 2020, at Arlington Hall in Dallas, after dating for six years. 4 Do Scottie Scheffler and Meredith Scudder have children? Scheffler and Scudder welcomed their first child on May 8. The World No1 posted a heartwarming image of their baby boy Bennett on Instagram. He captioned the picture with this message: "Welcome to the world little one. Your mom and dad love you so much." Bennett's birth came just one week before Scheffler competed at the 2024 PGA Championship in Valhalla. What does Meredith do now? Scudder is the co-founder, vice president, and event planner for With Purpose College Station — a company that supports the lives of those affected by childhood cancer. Alongside that, the American is also an ambassador of the nutrition organisation Juice Plus. She previously served a couple for internships - one in Zambia in 2016 and another at Live Beyond in 2017. She worked as lead event planner at Eatology in 2017.
Pink Villa
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Pink Villa
Meet the world's No. 1 golfer Scottie Scheffler's beautiful wife Meredith Scudder
From Dallas classrooms to the biggest stages in golf, Meredith Scudder has watched Scottie Scheffler grow up, and grow into a champion. Before he became World No. 1, he was a high school student juggling basketball and golf, quietly earning a reputation for his calm demeanor. That's when he met Meredith, who, more than a decade later, became not just his wife, but the person he credits for keeping him 'grounded' through every high-pressure putt and PGA title. Who she is beyond the tour wife title Born May 12, 1996, Meredith Scudder grew up in Texas with two siblings. Professionally, she splits her time between non-profit work and event planning. She holds a part-time role at a Christian -based community outreach group in Dallas. She is also co-founder and vice president of With Purpose College Station, which supports families affected by childhood cancer. After marrying Scottie, she took up his last name and started her own family with him. High school start, long-distance love, and a 2020 wedding Meredith and Scottie both graduated from Highland Park High School in 2014, where their relationship began in their senior year. They kept things going despite attending rival colleges; Meredith studied communication and business at Texas A&M while Scottie played golf at the University of Texas. After six years of dating, Scottie proposed during a hike at Arbor Hills Nature Preserve. They married on December 4, 2020, in a winter-themed ceremony at Arlington Hall in Dallas. Meredith called Scottie her 'best friend' in a post before their wedding, adding she was 'blown away at the Lord's faithfulness' in bringing them together. Now they're parents In May 2024, Scottie and Meredith had their first child, a son named Bennett. Per Town & Country, Scheffler stated that fatherhood hit differently: 'Being responsible for another life form is a pretty interesting thing for us,' he said at the time. Married for nearly five years, Meredith Scudder remains a core part of Scheffler's life, both on and off the green.
