Tom Lehman has achieved recognition as a top professional golfer, transitioning from a successful playing career to golf course design. After topping the Ben Hogan Tour’s money list in 1991, earning him Player of the Year honors, Tom Lehman secured continuous membership on the PGA Tour from 1992. His professional career began in 1982, competing on the PGA Tour from 1983 to 1985, and also on tours across Asia and South Africa. During his pivotal time on the developmental Ben Hogan Tour, Lehman honed his skills, winning four events: the Ben Hogan Reflection Ridge in 1990, followed by the Ben Hogan Gulf Coast Classic, Ben Hogan South Carolina Classic, and Ben Hogan Santa Rosa Open, all in 1991.
Ryder Cup team in 2006, and participated as a player in multiple Ryder Cups and Presidents Cups. Lehman has continued his winning form into recent years on the PGA Tour Champions, securing titles such as the Encompass Championship (2014), SAS Championship (2015), Tucson Conquistadores Classic (2017), Principal Charity Classic (2018), and the Mitsubishi Electric Championship at Hualalai (2019). Beyond his distinguished playing career, Lehman has also developed an interest in golf course architecture, leading to design projects including Cragun’s Legacy Courses in Brainerd, Minnesota, showcasing his expertise both on and off the course.