Former Alabama standout became first amateur in 32 years to win PGA Tour event in January
Nick Dunlap won The American Express tournament in California in January, becoming the first amateur since 1991 to win a PGA Tour event. The former Alabama golfer is the Alabama Sports Writers Association's choice for Amateur Athlete of the Year. Nick Dunlap became something of an overnight sensation in the golf world this past winter, but to anyone who follows the sport in the state of Alabama, he is anything but.
“To be considered with Tiger and Phil is pretty remarkable. And I know 10- and 11- and 12-year-old me would be pretty happy right now.” Dunlap shot a 60 in a junior tournament when he was 12 years old, Smith said, competing against golfers two or three years older. By 13, he was playing in tournaments’ championship flights, usually reserved for 15-to-18 year olds.
“I’ve known him since he was 10 years old when he came to golf camp,” Alabama coach Jay Seawell said in January. “I’ve known his dream, and I’m honored that he gave us the opportunity to coach him.” “Nothing like I’ve ever felt,” Dunlap told reporters at the time. “It was so cool to be out here and experience this as an amateur. Whether I had made that or missed that , if you would have told me Wednesday night I would have a putt to win this golf tournament, I wouldn’t believe you.”
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