Keegan Bradley is an American professional golfer on the PGA Tour. He has won seven times on tour, most notably the 2011 PGA Championship in his Major debut, and will be Team USA's Ryder Cup captain at Bethpage in 2025. Get to know him better with these facts…
Keegan Bradley Facts
1. Keegan Hansen Bradley was born on June 7, 1986 in Woodstock, Vermont.
2. The American comes from a big golfing family. His father, Mark, is a fellow golf professional and his aunt is LPGA legend and world golf hall of famer, Pat Bradley.
3. While growing up, Bradley was actually an all-state ski racer, but as a teenager he decided to pursue golf instead.
4. Bradley attended St John's University in New York City, winning nine collegiate events before graduating in 2008.
5. His hobbies include skiing, baseball and fishing.
6. After turning professional in 2008, Bradley spent two years playing on the SwingThought and Nationwide Tour. He finished the 2010 season 14th on the money list, earning himself a PGA Tour card for 2011.
7. Bradley's best season to date on the PGA Tour actually came in his debut year back in 2011. The American won twice, the HP Byron Nelson Championship and the PGA Championship. He was later awarded Rookie of the Year.
8. The victory at the PGA Championship was an historic one, as Bradley became only the third player since the beginning of the 20th century to win a Major in his first start, alongside Francis Ouimet (1913) and Ben Curtis (2003). He also became the first golfer to win a Major with a long putter.
9. Bradley is a hardcore sports fan, and notes the Boston Celtics, Boston Red Sox, Boston Bruins, and New England Patriots as his favorite sports teams.
10. In 2012, Bradley had more success, claiming the WGC-Bridgestone Invitational, becoming the 11th player ever to win a Major and a WGC event.
Bradley throws out the ceremonial first pitch before a Boston Red Sox and New York Yankees game.
11. Bradley married his wife, Jillian Stacey, in 2016. Guests at their wedding included Luke Donald, Camillo Villegas and Dustin Johnson. The couple have two children.
12. After a six-year winless drought, Bradley won the BMW Championship in 2018. The win was the fourth of his career and third win from a playoff. He beat Justin Rose.
13. Bradley's dream fourball would be his dad, Ben Hogan and Tom Brady.
14. The American is sponsored by Srixon, Cleveland Golf and Putnam Investments. Bradley is also a close friend to the legendary basketballer, Michael Jordan, and is often seen wearing his Air Jordans at tournaments.
15. Bradley uses a mixed bag of clubs; with a TaylorMade driver, Titleist woods, Srixon irons and Odyssey putter.
Keegan Bradley alongside his wife Jillian after winning the 2011 PGA Championship
16. He has made over $47.4 million in his career.
17. He averaged 304.7 yards in driving distance for the 2024 PGA Tour season.
18. Bradley’s caddie is experienced Canadian looper Scott Vail, who is the son of former NHL player, Eric Vail. He has previously carried the bag for Brandt Snedeker and Henrik Stenson.
19. He has represented the USA at the 2012 and 2014 Ryder Cups, and the 2013 Presidents Cup.
20. He has a superstition to always mark his ball with the coin head’s up.
Keegan Bradley during a press conference at the 2014 Ryder Cup
21. Bradley was appointed as Team USA's Ryder Cup captain for the 2025 edition at Bethpage Black on Long Island, New York.
22. He starred in season two of Netflix's golf docu-series Full Swing, which highlighted his quest to make the 2023 US Ryder Cup team.
23. After winning the BMW Championship in 2018, Bradley did it again during the FedEx Cup Playoffs in 2024. It was his sixth regular PGA Tour victory, not including his Major success.
24. His highest OWGR was 10th, reached during March 2013.
25. Bradley is a member of TGL side, Boston Common Golf alongside Rory McIlroy, Hideki Matsuyama, and Adam Scott.
How far does Keegan Bradley hit the ball?
Bradley averaged 304.7 yards in driving distance for the 2024 PGA Tour season. He had a 63.02% driving accuracy in the same year, and ranked ninth in total driving on tour.
Keegan Bradley career earnings
Bradley has made over $47.4 million in his career. His best year in terms of prize money was 2023, when he earned just over $9m.
Keegan Bradley Bio
| Full Name | Keegan Hansen Bradley |
| Born | June 7, 1986 - Woodstock, Vermont |
| Height | 6ft3in (1.91 m) |
| Resides | Jupiter, Florida |
| College | St John's University |
| Turned Pro | 2008 |
| PGA Tour Wins | 6 |
| Major Wins | 1 |
| Career-High World Ranking | 10th |
| Current Tour(s) | PGA Tour |
| Career Earnings | $47.4 million |
Keegan Bradley PGA Tour Wins
| Year | Event | Winning Score |
|---|---|---|
| 2011 | HP Byron Nelson Championship | -3 (playoff) |
| 2011 | PGA Championship (Major) | -8 (playoff) |
| 2012 | WGC-Bridgestone Invitational | -13 (one stroke) |
| 2018 | BMW Championship | -20 (playoff) |
| 2022 | Zozo Championship | -15 (one stroke) |
| 2023 | Travelers Championship | -23 (three strokes) |
| 2024 | BMW Championship | -12 (one stroke) |
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