Kevin Johnson (golfer) explained

Kevin Johnson
Fullname:Kevin James Johnson
Birth Date:April 25, 1967
Birth Place:Plymouth, Massachusetts
Weight:190lb
Residence:Jupiter, Florida
Spouse:Christa
Children:2
College:Clemson University
Yearpro:1990
Extour:PGA Tour
Web.com Tour
Sunshine Tour
Canadian Tour
Golden Bear Tour
Prowins:9
Sunwins:1
Nwidewins:6 (Tied-2nd all-time)
Otherwins:2
Masters:DNP
Usopen:CUT: 2000, 2001
Open:DNP
Pga:DNP

Kevin James Johnson (born April 25, 1967) is an American professional golfer.

Early life

Johnson was born in Plymouth, Massachusetts. He credits his father, Ken, as his hero for helping him succeed in golf. Johnson grew up in Pembroke, Massachusetts.[1]

Amateur career

Johnson attended Clemson University and was Clemson's first three-time All-American in golf. He also won the 1987 U.S. Amateur Public Links.

Professional career

Early in his career, Johnson played the Southern Africa Tour. In 1992, he won his first professional event at the ICL International.[1] [2]

For most of his career, however, Johnson played on the PGA Tour's developmental tour where he has won six times, first being in 1997. In 2009, he had one of his best seasons where he won twice on the Nationwide Tour. The first victory came in a playoff over Jeff Gallagher at the Rex Hospital Open. His second victory came at the Knoxville Open in a two-hole playoff win over New Zealander Bradley Iles. He finished 13th on the Nationwide Tour money list to earn his 2010 PGA Tour card.

Awards and honors

Personal life

In 1998, Johnson married Christa. They have two daughters who also attended Clemson University.

Amateur wins

Professional wins (9)

Nationwide Tour wins (6)

No.DateTournamentWinning scoreMargin of
victory
Runner(s)-up
1Oct 5, 1997Nike Puget Sound Open−18 (65-65-68=198)*Playoff Michael Clark II, Steve Jurgensen
2Apr 25, 1999Nike South Carolina Classic−9 (71-71-66-71=279)1 stroke Bob Heintz
3Aug 27, 2000Buy.com Permian Basin Open−20 (64-64-70-70=268)3 strokes Mark Hensby
4Jul 30, 2006Preferred Health Systems Wichita Open−18 (65-68-67-66=266)1 stroke Matt Kuchar
5May 31, 2009Rex Hospital Open−18 (65-69-65-67=266)Playoff Jeff Gallagher
6Jun 14, 2009Knoxville Open−20 (67-65-68-68=268)Playoff Bradley Iles
*Note: The 1997 Nike Puget Sound Open was shortened to 54 holes due to rain.

Nationwide Tour playoff record (3–0)

No.YearTournamentOpponent(s)Result
11997Nike Puget Sound Open Michael Clark II, Steve JurgensenWon with birdie on second extra hole
22009Rex Hospital Open Jeff GallagherWon with birdie on first extra hole
32009Knoxville Open Bradley IlesWon with birdie on second extra hole

Other wins (1)

Results in major championships

Note: Johnson only played in the U.S. Open.
CUT = missed the half-way cut

U.S. national team appearances

Amateur

1988

1989

See also

External links

Notes and References

  1. News: Miscellany: Johnson wins ICL International tourney . The Boston Globe . February 23, 1992 . 28 . 2023-10-26 . Newspapers.com.
  2. News: Golf . The Daily Telegraph . February 24, 1992 . 28 . 2023-10-26 . Newspapers.com.
  3. Web site: Player of the Year – Past Players of the Year . 2024-03-01 . MassGolf.