Russell Henley is a professional golfer from Macon, Georgia, who has garnered a reputation as one of the most consistent and skilled players in the sport. Born on April 12th, 1989, Henley attended the University of Georgia and was a member of the golf team, where he led them to victory in the NCAA National Championship in 2010.
Since turning professional in 2011, Henley has been a force to be reckoned with, with numerous impressive performances and victories to his name. In his debut year, he won the Chiquita Classic on the Web.com Tour, which helped him secure his PGA Tour card for the 2012 season.
Henley’s breakthrough year came in 2013, where he won two PGA Tour titles, including the Sony Open in Hawaii, where he broke a tournament scoring record by finishing 24-under-par. This victory helped him to climb to 50th in the Official World Golf Rankings and confirmed his status as one of the brightest young talents in the game.
In addition to his success on the PGA Tour, Henley has also represented the United States on the international stage. In 2014, he was a member of the victorious US team in the Ryder Cup, where he contributed two points to the winning cause.
Henley’s golf game is characterized by its precision and consistency, with his exceptional iron play and accurate putting being some of his strongest attributes. Off the course, he is known for his laid-back, friendly demeanor, which has earned him many fans and admirers within the golf community.
As he continues to compete at the highest level, Russell Henley is sure to be a name that golf fans will be hearing for many years to come.
