Jim Knous

Jim Knous has transitioned from a professional golfer on the PGA TOUR to a club fitting and education engineer, bringing his extensive experience to the golf equipment industry. After a distinguished collegiate career culminating in medalist honors at the 2011 U.S. During his time at the Colorado School of Mines, Knous achieved a team-best 71.3 stroke average in 2011-12 and was recognized as RMAC Player of the Year and First Team All-RMAC. Following his collegiate success, he spent four years competing on various mini-tours before earning his Korn Ferry Tour status through Q-School in 2016.

His journey as a touring professional was often marked by perseverance through injuries, which eventually led to a re-evaluation of his career path. Knous’s final PGA TOUR appearance as a touring professional was at the WM Phoenix Open in February 2024, where he successfully made the cut as a Monday qualifier, bringing his extensive professional playing career to a meaningful close. In a significant career transition in February 2024, Knous accepted a role as a club fitting and education engineer with PING. This strategic move allows him to apply his deep understanding of golf equipment and player needs within a corporate setting.

Knous continues to be actively involved in the golf industry through his engineering role and personal endorsements, leveraging his unique perspective as a former PGA TOUR professional to drive innovation and education in golf equipment technology.