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Cameron Young (born May 7, 1997) is an American professional golfer. He has finished in the top three in two major championships, and has one win and several runner-up finishes on the PGA Tour. He has won twice on the Korn Ferry Tour and was voted PGA Tour Rookie of the Year for the 2021–22 season.

Key Information

Early life

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Young was born in Scarborough, New York. His father David Young was the head professional at Sleepy Hollow Country Club in Westchester County, New York. His aunt was a golf teaching professional. He attended Fordham Preparatory School in The Bronx, where he was a member of the golf team.[2] He would later attend Wake Forest University, where he studied Economics, graduating in 2019.[3][4]

Amateur career

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In 2014, Young won the AJGA Polo Golf Junior Classic and was selected to represent the United States in both the Junior Ryder Cup and Junior Golf World Cup. In 2015, during his freshman year at Wake Forest, he won the individual title at the U.S. Collegiate Championship and the Warrior Princeville Makai Invitational; he also reached the second round of the U.S. Amateur, before being knocked out by Jon Rahm.[3] That year, he became the youngest winner of the Metropolitan Golf Association's Ike Stroke Play Championship. He successfully defended the title in 2016.[5]

In 2017, Young became the first amateur to win the Metropolitan PGA's New York State Open, defeating Chris DeForest in a playoff; his 64 (7 under par) in the final round at Bethpage Black tied the course record, until Brooks Koepka shot a 63 in the first round of the 2019 PGA Championship.[6] In 2018, he won the Westchester Open.[7]

During his senior year at Wake Forest in 2019, Young won three tournaments, the General Hackler Invitational, the Augusta Haskins Award Invitational, and was the leading medallist in the Stitch Intercollegiate.[8][9]

Professional career

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Young Monday qualified for the Korn Ferry Tour's Pinnacle Bank Championship in late July 2020 and tied for 11th, giving him entry to the next event; a string of four finishes of 16th or better, culminating with a tie for second at the Nationwide Children's Hospital Championship, earned him enough points to become a special temporary member for the rest of the 2020–21 season. Towards the end of May 2021, he won back-to-back tournaments. He finished the season 19th on the regular-season points list, earning a PGA Tour card for the 2021–22 season.

In February 2022, Young tied for second at the Genesis Invitational and rose into the top 100 of the Official World Golf Ranking. In May 2022, Young tied for third at the 2022 PGA Championship. In the 2022 Open Championship, he led the field after the first round with a bogey-free round of 64 (8 under par); in the final round, he eagled the last hole to finish one stroke behind the winner, Cameron Smith.[10] In September 2022, he was selected for the U.S. team in the 2022 Presidents Cup; he won one, tied one and lost two of the four matches he played.[11] With 94% of the vote, he won the PGA Tour Rookie of the Year (Arnold Palmer Award).[12]

In March 2023, Young changed caddies, employing Paul Tesori, who had most recently worked with Webb Simpson. In their first tournament together, Young was runner-up in the WGC-Dell Technologies Match Play; he was defeated 6 and 5 by Sam Burns in the final.[13] The following month he finished in a tie for seventh at the Masters Tournament.

In the third round of the 2024 Travelers Championship, Young shot a 59, which was just the 13th sub-60 round in PGA Tour history.[14]

In August 2025, Young won the Wyndham Championship for his first PGA Tour victory after seven runner-up finishes. He became the 1,000th player to win a recognized PGA Tour event, dating to Willie Park, Sr. in the 1860 British Open. He finished at 22-under 258, tying the tournament record held by J. T. Poston (2019) and Henrik Stenson (2017).[15]

Media appearances

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Young appeared in the sports documentary series Full Swing, which premiered on Netflix on February 15, 2023.[16]

Amateur wins

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  • 2015 U.S. Collegiate Championship, Warrior Princeville Makai Invitational, MGA Ike Stroke Play Championship
  • 2016 MGA Ike Stroke Play Championship
  • 2019 General Hackler Invitational, Augusta Haskins Award Invitational, Stitch Intercollegiate (medallist)

Professional wins (5)

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PGA Tour wins (1)

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No. Date Tournament Winning score To par Margin of
victory 		Runner-up
1 Aug 3, 2025 Wyndham Championship 63-62-65-68=258 −22 6 strokes United States Mac Meissner

Korn Ferry Tour wins (2)

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No. Date Tournament Winning score To par Margin of
victory 		Runner-up
1 May 23, 2021 AdventHealth Championship 64-69-68-68=269 −19 2 strokes South Africa Dawie van der Walt
2 May 30, 2021 Evans Scholars Invitational 64-68-67-67=266 −18 5 strokes Canada Adam Svensson

Other wins (2)

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No. Date Tournament Winning score To par Margin of
victory 		Runner-up
1 Jul 20, 2017 Lenox Advisors New York State Open
(as an amateur) 		70-70-64=204 −9 Playoff United States Chris DeForest
2 Jul 10, 2018 Westchester Open
(as an amateur) 		63-70-65=198 −12 7 strokes United States David Pastore

Other playoff record (1–0)

No. Year Tournament Opponent Result
1 2017 Lenox Advisors New York State Open
(as an amateur) 		United States Chris DeForest Won with birdie on second extra hole

Results in major championships

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Results not in chronological order in 2020.

Tournament 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025
Masters Tournament CUT T7 T9 CUT
PGA Championship T3 CUT T63 T47
U.S. Open CUT CUT CUT T32 T67 T4
The Open Championship NT 2 T8 T31 CUT
  Top 10
  Did not play

CUT = missed the half-way cut
"T" indicates a tie for a place
NT = no tournament due to COVID-19 pandemic

Summary

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Tournament Wins 2nd 3rd Top-5 Top-10 Top-25 Events Cuts made
Masters Tournament 0 0 0 0 2 2 4 2
PGA Championship 0 0 1 1 1 1 4 3
U.S. Open 0 0 0 1 1 1 6 3
The Open Championship 0 1 0 1 2 2 4 3
Totals 0 1 1 3 6 6 18 11
  • Most consecutive cuts made – 6 (2023 U.S. Open – 2024 Open Championship)
  • Longest streak of top-10s – 2 (twice)

Results in The Players Championship

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Tournament 2022 2023 2024 2025
The Players Championship CUT T51 T54 T61

CUT = missed the halfway cut
"T" indicates a tie for a place

Results in World Golf Championships

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Tournament 2022 2023
Match Play T35 2
Champions NT1

1Canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic

  Top 10

"T" = Tied
NT = No tournament
Note that the Champions was discontinued from 2023.

U.S. national team appearances

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Amateur

Professional

See also

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References

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Cameron Young (born May 7, 1997) is an American professional golfer who competes on the , where he has achieved one victory and multiple high-profile finishes in major championships. Raised in Scarborough, New York, Young grew up immersed in through his family, with his father, David Young, serving as a longtime PGA professional and head pro at before becoming his son's caddie and coach. He honed his skills at the club, advancing through junior competitions, including reaching the quarterfinals of the 2014 U.S. Amateur and representing the U.S. on the victorious 2014 team. At , Young excelled in college , earning All-ACC honors as a senior in 2019 with a stroke average of 70.56, three victories, and a spot on the PING All-East Region team. He turned professional later that year. Young earned PGA Tour membership through the Korn Ferry Tour, where he secured two wins in 2021, and burst onto the scene as a rookie in 2022 by capturing the PGA Tour Rookie of the Year award after posting five runner-up finishes, the most by a rookie since 1980. His breakthrough major performances that year included a tie for third at the PGA Championship at Southern Hills and a runner-up finish at The Open Championship at St Andrews, where he led after the first round with an 8-under 64 but finished one stroke behind winner Cameron Smith after a final-round 65. He added two more runner-up finishes over the next three seasons for a total of seven on the PGA Tour without a win, tying a modern-era record for the most second-place finishes before a victory. That drought ended in August 2025 at the Wyndham Championship, where he won by six strokes at 22-under par, matching the tournament's scoring record and becoming the PGA Tour's 1,000th unique winner. Young has also represented the U.S. in international team events, including his debut at the 2022 Presidents Cup and the 2025 Ryder Cup at Bethpage Black, where he led off the singles matches. Standing 5 feet 11 inches tall and weighing 185 pounds, he swings right-handed and resides in Jupiter, Florida, with his wife Kelsey and their three children.

Early life and education

Family background

Cameron Young was born on May 7, 1997, in Scarborough, New York. He grew up in the affluent Westchester County area, where his family's deep involvement in the local scene provided early immersion in the sport. Young's parents are David Young and Barbara Young, both of whom have played significant roles in his development as a golfer. David Young served as the head professional at in Scarborough for over 20 years before retiring, a position that granted the family unparalleled access to world-class facilities and a tight-knit golf community. Barbara Young, who has also worked as a teaching professional, has frequently supported her son's career, including occasionally caddying for him during tournaments. The family's middle-class background, rooted in professional rather than elite wealth, emphasized dedication and community ties in Westchester's prominent golf circles. Through his father's role at , Young was introduced to from a young age, benefiting from daily exposure to the course and instruction that shaped his foundational skills. This familial environment fostered a passion for the game within a supportive household deeply embedded in the sport's traditions.

Introduction to golf and youth

Cameron Young was introduced to golf at a very young age, beginning to play around four years old at in Scarborough, New York, where his father, David Young, served as the head professional for over 20 years. This early immersion was heavily influenced by his father's profession as a PGA Master Professional and competitive er, providing Young with constant access to the course and foundational lessons in the sport. The family's golf heritage, including his mother Barbara's proficiency as a player and his aunt's role as a teaching professional, further shaped his initial passion and development. Growing up in the competitive Westchester County scene, Young honed his skills through rigorous practice routines at Sleepy Hollow, emphasizing course management and a strong work ethic instilled by the club environment and his father's guidance. The family often relocated to during Northeast winters to continue playing and training, allowing consistent exposure to varied conditions and enhancing his early technical growth. By age eight or nine, he was competing in PGA junior events, building on the unstructured play and family coaching that defined his youth. In high school at in , Young emerged as a standout junior golfer, participating in local and regional tournaments that showcased his burgeoning talent. A key early achievement came in 2010, when he secured wins at the U.S. Kids Golf Copperhead Classic and Seaview Open, marking his first notable successes in national junior competition. These victories, along with subsequent triumphs like the 2011 Carter Cup and Westchester Golf Association Amateur Championship, highlighted his rapid progress and dedication before entering college-level play.

College career at Wake Forest

Cameron Young attended from 2015 to 2019, majoring in economics while competing for the Demon Deacons men's golf team under head coach Jerry Haas. As a in the 2015-16 season, Young quickly established himself as a standout, winning two individual titles—the U.S. Collegiate Championship and the Warrior Princeville Makai Invitational—marking the first time a achieved multiple victories in a fall semester since 2003. Over his career, he earned All-ACC honors three times and was a PING All-East Region honoree, including an honorable mention All-American selection in 2018. Young contributed significantly to the team's postseason appearances, helping Wake Forest advance to NCAA regional competition in 2017 and 2019. In his senior year of 2018-19, he led the Deacons with the lowest team scoring average of 70.56 across 12 events, securing three victories—the General Hackler Invitational, Augusta Invitational, and NCAA Austin Regional—tying for the fourth-most wins in program history at the time.

Amateur career

Key amateur tournaments

During his time as an amateur golfer, Cameron Young gained significant experience through participation in several prestigious USGA championships, showcasing his emerging talent against top national competition. In the 2014 U.S. Amateur at in , the 17-year-old Young advanced through to qualify for , where he progressed to the quarterfinals before falling to Gunn Yang, 2 up, in a match marked by close contention on the final holes. The following year, at the 2015 U.S. Amateur held at (Ill.), Young again qualified for and reached the Round of 32, defeating defending champion Gunn Yang, 3 and 2, in the Round of 64 before losing to , 4 and 3. These performances marked top-eight and top-32 finishes, respectively, in two consecutive editions of the event, highlighting his consistency in high-stakes USGA competitions. Young also competed in other notable amateur events that provided exposure to elite fields. At the 2014 Western Amateur in , he advanced through qualifiers, gaining valuable experience on demanding Midwest layouts against a strong regional contingent. In 2016, as a freshman at , Young represented the Demon Deacons at the Men's Golf Championship at Eugene Country Club (.), where he posted scores of 77-76-74 for a total of 227 (+11), contributing to the team's effort while competing individually against the nation's best college golfers. Additionally, his selection to the victorious 2014 U.S. team offered early international exposure, as he helped secure a 15.5-4.5 win over the European squad at Gleneagles (), facing players from across the Atlantic in team formats. Young also represented the in the 2014 Toyota in , where the team finished fourth. These tournaments, combined with his college schedule at Wake Forest, allowed Young to travel extensively and adapt to diverse courses and competitive pressures, preparing him for broader amateur circuits and fostering development against international-caliber opponents.

Notable achievements and awards

During his time at Wake Forest University, Cameron Young garnered significant recognition for his outstanding performance as a collegiate golfer. As a freshman in 2016, he was selected for the Ben Hogan Award watch list, an honor that highlights the nation's premier amateur players based on their competitive records across collegiate and amateur events since the previous year's award presentation. Young's consistency earned him Ping All-America honors in consecutive seasons. In 2018, he received honorable mention status on the Division I Ping All-America team, selected by the Golf Coaches Association of America (GCAA) to recognize the top 45 men's collegiate players based on criteria including scoring average, tournament finishes, and overall impact on their team's success. The following year, as a senior in 2019, he advanced to the second team, underscoring his growth into one of the elite performers in college golf. In 2017, Young became the first amateur to win the New York State Open, defeating professional Chris DeForest in a playoff after both finished at 10-under par. These awards, along with his inclusion on the 2018-19 Fred Haskins Award watch list as a top contender for the nation's outstanding collegiate golfer, cemented Young's status as a leading amateur talent. They not only boosted his reputation among coaches and scouts but also opened doors to high-profile opportunities, facilitating his rapid progression to professional circuits after graduation.

Professional career

Turning professional and early tours

After completing his college career at in the spring of 2019, Cameron Young turned professional that summer, having exhausted his amateur eligibility. To gain entry into developmental circuits, Young attempted qualifying school for in January 2020, where he failed to advance. He then succeeded at the (formerly Mackenzie Tour) Q-School a few months later, earning full status for the 2020 season, but the season was canceled due to the . Following the cancellation, Young focused on mini-tour events and Monday qualifiers to gain experience and access to higher-level competitions. Early in his pro transition, he also earned medalist honors at the Forme Tour Qualifying Tournament at Highland Oaks, though the inaugural season was postponed due to the . Young's initial forays into included challenges such as missing cuts in several events on the developmental tours, compounded by the financial strains of mini-tour and lower-tier competition, including self-funding travel, accommodations, and entry fees amid inconsistent earnings. Despite these hurdles, his strong amateur rankings facilitated to select events and helped build momentum. As his career progressed, Young secured initial sponsorship deals with for equipment, providing essential support for clubs, balls, and apparel during his early tours.

Korn Ferry Tour years

Young entered the in July 2020 by successfully navigating Monday qualifying for the Pinnacle Bank Championship in , where he tied for 11th place despite arriving late to the course after oversleeping his alarm. This performance granted him entry to subsequent events, and a series of consistent results, including several top-20 finishes, earned him conditional status for the remainder of the season. The had disrupted minor tours and qualifiers earlier in the year, limiting opportunities for recent college graduates like Young, but the tour's resumption amid adapted schedules allowed him to adapt quickly and build momentum without full status. In the 2021 season, Young elevated his game with multiple top-10 finishes across 20 starts, culminating in a 19th-place finish on the regular season points list that secured his card for the 2021–22 campaign. He posted a scoring average of 70.5 strokes per round and earned over $300,000 in official prize money, reflecting his strong ball-striking and putting that positioned him among the tour's top performers in strokes gained categories. This breakthrough phase highlighted Young's resilience and rapid progression from limited access to full-time developmental status.

PGA Tour progression

Cameron Young earned his PGA Tour card for the 2021–22 season through a strong performance on the , where he secured one of the top 30 finishes to gain full exemption. In his rookie 2021–22 season, Young made an immediate impact with seven top-10 finishes across 25 starts, including a tie for second at the U.S. Open, tying the most runner-up results (five) by any player in a single season over the previous 40 years. His consistent play earned him the Award as PGA Tour Rookie of the Year and a seventh-place finish in the standings. During the 2023 and seasons, Young maintained strong consistency, making the cut in over 90% of his starts each year, with a 94.1% success rate in across 17 events. He finished 33rd in the 2023 standings and 31st in with 1,227 points, solidifying his status as a reliable top performer while ranking inside the top 50 in the throughout both years. In 2025, Young continued to compete in all eight signature events as a top-50 player, showcasing steady form with a tie for 25th at the and participation in high-stakes fields that boosted his positioning. As of November 2025, he holds the 39th position in the , reflecting his ongoing competitiveness. His multi-year exemption through the 2026 season was secured via prior top-30 finishes and sustained performance. Young's game evolved notably in recent years, particularly in putting and short game, where he improved from losing strokes to the field in 2023–2024 to ranking 10th in strokes gained: putting and seventh in strokes gained: around-the-green during the 2025 season. These advancements, including equipment changes like a new and alignment aids, enhanced his scoring efficiency and overall trajectory on the Tour.

Wins

Amateur wins

Cameron Young achieved five individual victories during his amateur career at , tying for the fourth-most in program history. His first came in the summer before his freshman year at the 2015 Ike Championship at Friar's Head Golf Club in , where he won by five strokes with a final-round 5-under 66, becoming the youngest winner in the event's history at age 18. As a , Young claimed the individual title at the 2015 U.S. Collegiate Championship at Echelon Golf Club in , co-medalist at 6-under par (68-69-73). He followed with a win at the Warrior Princeville Makai Invitational at Princeville Makai Golf Club in Kauai, , finishing at 15-under par (66-68-67), marking the first time a won two individual titles in the fall since in 2003. After a two-year stretch without an individual victory, Young rebounded in his senior season with three triumphs. He won the 2019 General Hackler Invitational at The Dunes Golf and Beach Club in , at 12-under par (66-68-70), his first individual title since his freshman year. Later, he captured the Augusta Haskins Award Invitational at The Patch Barrens in , posting a career-best 19-under par 197 (63-65-69). His fifth and final college win came at the 2019 Linger Longer Invitational at Great Waters Golf Course in , where he edged the field by one stroke at 8-under par. Beyond college events, Young notched notable amateur successes, including becoming the first amateur to win the 2017 New York State Open at in , tying the course record with a final-round 7-under 64 to finish at 9-under par 204 in a playoff over Chris DeForest. In 2018, he won the Westchester Open at in , by six strokes with a second-round course-record 63 en route to a 10-under par total.
YearTournamentVenueScoreSignificance
2015Ike ChampionshipFriar's Head Golf Club, Riverhead, NY206 (-7)Youngest winner in event history
2015U.S. Collegiate ChampionshipEchelon Golf Club, Alpharetta, GA210 (-6)First collegiate win, co-medalist
2015Warrior Princeville Makai InvitationalPrinceville Makai Golf Club, Kauai, HI201 (-15)Second fall win, first since 2003 to win twice in fall
2019General Hackler InvitationalThe Dunes Golf and Beach Club, Myrtle Beach, SC204 (-12)First win in three years
2019Augusta InvitationalThe Patch Barrens, Augusta, GA197 (-19)Career-best score, fourth college win
2019Linger Longer InvitationalGreat Waters Golf Course, Greensboro, GA208 (-8)Final college win, edged field by one stroke

PGA Tour wins

Young secured his first and, as of November 2025, only victory at the 2025 , held from August 1–4 at in . Entering the final regular-season event of the season, Young dominated the field with rounds of 63, 62, 65, and 68, finishing at 22-under par 258 to win by six strokes and match the tournament's 72-hole scoring record. His opening 36 holes of 125 set a new tournament record for the lowest 36-hole total, establishing an eight-shot lead after two rounds. In the final round, Young birdied five consecutive holes early (Nos. 1–5) to extend his advantage to nine shots before closing with six pars and two bogeys, ensuring a wire-to-wire victory without significant pressure. The win marked him as the 1,000th unique victor and came after several near-misses, including runner-up finishes in majors and other events, building on momentum from consistent top-10 performances earlier in the season. For his triumph, Young earned $1.476 million from the $8.4 million purse and 500 points, propelling him to 16th in the standings and securing his spot in the 2025 .

Korn Ferry Tour wins

Young secured his first victory at the 2021 AdventHealth Championship, held at Blue Hills Country Club in , from May 16-23. He led wire-to-wire, posting rounds of 64-69-68-68 for a tournament-total of 19-under-par 269, edging out Harry Hall by two strokes in his 17th career start on the tour. Young's opening 64 set a tone of dominance, featuring eight birdies against just two bogeys, while his steady closing 68 under pressure highlighted his composure in securing the win. Just one week later, Young claimed his second consecutive title at the 2021 Evans Scholars Invitational presented by First Midwest Bank, played at The Glen Club in , from May 27-30, becoming the first player to win back-to-back events on the tour since and only the 10th overall in its 32-year history. He finished at 18-under-par 266 with scores of 66-65-68-67, winning by five strokes over . Key highlights included a second-round 65 with seven birdies and minimal errors, followed by a final-round 67 that extended his lead despite a double bogey on the second . These back-to-back triumphs in the 2021 season propelled Young to the top of the Points List, earning him full exempt status on the for the following year.

Other professional wins

Tournament results

Major championships

Cameron Young has competed in the four major championships since turning professional in 2019, making his debut in 2022. His strongest performances came early in his career, including a runner-up finish at the at , where he posted a first-round 64 to take the lead before finishing one stroke behind winner Cameron Smith with a total of 269 (-19). He also tied for third in his major debut at the at , carding a final-round 63 to reach 276 (-4), sharing the position with . These results highlighted his potential in high-stakes events, contributing to his selection as the 2022 PGA Tour Rookie of the Year. Young's major record includes six top-10 finishes through , with consistent cuts made in 11 of 16 appearances. Notable near-misses include his contention, where he entered the final round tied for third, four strokes behind the leaders, before a final-round 65 was edged out by Smith's 64. In 2023, he recorded top-10s at the Masters (T7) and (T8), demonstrating adaptability to varied conditions at Augusta National and . His most recent strong showing was a T4 at the 2025 U.S. Open at , finishing at 283 (+3) with steady rounds including a 69 in the third.
YearTournamentFinishTo ParTotal ScoreEarnings
2022CUT+10154 (77-77)$0
2022T3-4276 (69-73-71-63)$655,500
2022U.S. OpenCUT+4144 (72-72)$0
20222-19269 (64-69-71-65)$1,203,000
2023T7-6282 (67-72-75-68)$580,500
2023CUT+9149 (74-75)$0
2023U.S. OpenT32+3283 (72-70-68-73)$108,001
2023T8-5279 (72-68-66-73)$403,350
2024T9E288 (70-73-72-73)$543,000
2024T63-3281 (69-71-70-71)$48,000
2024U.S. OpenT67+14294 (73-72-75-74)$28,600
2024T31+6290 (73-73-71-73)$70,050
2025CUT+7151 (72-79)$0
2025T47+3287 (73-69-71-74)$54,000
2025U.S. OpenT4+3283 (70-74-69-70)$360,000
2025CUT+4146 (74-72)$0

The Players Championship

Cameron Young made his debut in in 2022 at , qualifying through his status as a member after earning his card via the 2021 . He missed the cut after opening rounds of 71 and 77 for a total of +4. In 2023, Young made the cut and tied for 51st at 2-under par, highlighted by a third-round 68 that moved him up the leaderboard temporarily. His scores were 71, 73, 68, and 74. Young posted similar mid-pack results in 2024, finishing tied for 54th at 2-under with rounds of 70, 69, 73, and 74. The 2025 edition saw Young start strongly with consecutive 70s but falter in the third round with an 81 amid heavy winds on Saturday, before a final-round 73 led to a tied for 61st finish at +6. Weather challenges, including gusty conditions and potential thunderstorms on Sunday, affected play throughout the tournament. A notable highlight from 2025 was Young's proximity to the pin on the iconic par-3 17th Island Green, measuring just 2 feet, 74 inches in one round, contributing to a birdie there.
YearFinishScore (To Par)Round Scores
2022MC148 (+4)71-77
2023T51286 (-2)71-73-68-74
2024T54286 (-2)70-69-73-74
2025T61294 (+6)70-70-81-73

World Golf Championships

Cameron Young's first appearance in a World Golf Championships event came in 2022 at the , held at in , where he qualified via his position in the following a strong rookie season on the . Placed in Group 1 alongside , , and Sebastian Muñoz, Young recorded one win and two losses in the round-robin group stage, defeating Reed 1-up before falling 5-and-4 to Rahm and 1-up to Muñoz, finishing with 1 point and tying for 10th overall among non-advancers. This result marked his initial exposure to the event's unique 64-player format, which featured 16 groups of four playing round-robin matches over three days, with group winners advancing to single-elimination knockout rounds—a structure designed to emphasize head-to-head competition among the world's top-ranked players. Young did not participate in any prior WGC events, as his world ranking was insufficient for invitationals like the WGC-FedEx St. Jude Invitational or before 2022. He returned for the 2023 edition, the final staging of the before its discontinuation, again at , where he topped Group F (with , , and ) by defeating Kisner 2-and-1 and Bezuidenhout 4-and-3 while halving his match against McIlroy, earning 3.5 points. Advancing to the knockout stages, Young won his Round of 16 match over Davis Thompson 3-and-2, his quarterfinal against 1-up, and his semifinal versus 4-and-2, before losing the championship match to 6-and-5. This runner-up finish represented his best result in a WGC event and highlighted his growing prowess in , securing him $3,250,000 in and valuable experience against elite competition shortly before the year's major championships.

Team and international career

U.S. national team appearances

Cameron Young's first appearance for a U.S. national came during his junior year of high school, when he was selected for the 2014 based on his standout performances in American Junior Golf Association (AJGA) events and national junior rankings. Competing at Blairgowrie Golf Club in against a from , Young posted a 1-1-1 record across three matches, contributing to the U.S. 's fourth consecutive victory with a 16–8 win. His role included playing in and four-ball formats, where he helped secure key points in play against international opponents. Transitioning to his professional career, Young earned a spot on the 2022 Presidents Cup team as one of captain Steve Stricker's six picks, determined by his strong rookie season on the , including multiple runner-up finishes and high placement in the team qualification standings. At in , he competed in five matches, achieving a 1-2-1 record while partnering in alternate-shot () and best-ball (four-ball) formats, notably contributing alongside in an early win. The U.S. team secured a dominant 17.5-12.5 victory over the International squad, marking Young's introduction to high-stakes professional team golf. In 2025, Young was named to the U.S. team as a captain's pick by , selected for his consistent top-10 finishes on the and world ranking in the top 20, despite not qualifying automatically through points. Hosted at Bethpage Black in his home state of New York, the New York native made a strong debut with a 3-1-0 record over four matches, including wins in and four-ball alongside partners like , where he sank crucial birdies in alternate-shot play. Although the U.S. fell short in a 15–13 defeat to , Young's performance earned him three points and established him as a key contributor in team efforts.

Walker Cup participation

Cameron Young did not participate in the during his amateur career. The teams for the 2017 and 2019 matches, the relevant years during his college tenure at , did not include him among their rosters, as announced by the (USGA). Young's international amateur experience instead focused on other competitive formats, such as individual events and college tournaments, which helped build his profile leading into his professional transition. His selection for national team consideration came through strong performances in rankings like the , but he was not chosen for the biennial competition pitting U.S. amateurs against Great Britain and Ireland.

Media and personal life

Media appearances

Cameron Young appeared in the first season of Netflix's documentary series Full Swing, which premiered in February 2023 and chronicled aspects of the 2022 season. He was featured in Episode 8, discussing his rapid rise as a with multiple near-wins. Young has engaged in several broadcast interviews and that have amplified his profile in golf media. Following his strong campaign, he joined the No Laying Up podcast for Episode 631 in January 2023, previewing the Sentry Tournament of Champions and reflecting on his 2022 achievements, including seven top-10 finishes. Additional appearances on programming, such as post-round discussions during major events, have allowed him to share insights on his game and mindset, particularly after key tournaments like the . On social media, Young maintains an active presence on under the handle @young__cameron, where he shares updates on his training routines, tournament preparations, and personal moments with family, fostering a connection with fans. Following his first victory at the 2025 and participation in the 2025 at Bethpage Black, Young appeared in post-event interviews on coverage and [Golf Channel](/page/Golf Channel), discussing his breakthrough win and team contributions. Beyond documentaries and interviews, Young has made minor appearances in promotional content for the , including highlight reels and behind-the-scenes videos that showcase his swing and competitive moments, such as those produced in collaboration with .

Personal interests and endorsements

Cameron Young married Kelsey Dalition, whom he met while both were student-athletes at , in a private ceremony in 2021. The couple resides in , a hub for professional golfers that offers proximity to PGA Tour facilities and a supportive community of peers. As of 2025, they have three children, including their son Henry born in 2022. Young maintains a low-profile personal life centered on family and occasional involvement in youth golf initiatives, reflecting his appreciation for the sport's developmental aspects learned during his own career. As a Metropolitan PGA Foundation , he has hosted clinics for junior golfers at his home course, , emphasizing skill-building and enjoyment of the game. His philanthropic efforts include a $25,000 donation to Folds of Honor in 2024 through the PGA Tour's RSM Birdies for Love program, supporting families of military and first responders. Additionally, as an for RBC and Omni Hotels, he contributes to programs providing access and leadership opportunities to underserved youth in the U.S. and . Young's endorsement portfolio features key partnerships that align with his professional image and equipment needs. He has used Titleist clubs, balls, and FootJoy footwear as a brand ambassador since turning professional in 2019, notably crediting a prototype Titleist Pro V1x golf ball for his performance in recent victories. Other deals include apparel and branding with Nike, personal care with Gillette, financial services with iCapital (a four-year agreement from 2023 to 2027), audio with JBL, healthcare with Optum, insurance with Mutual of Omaha, and a logo placement with Major League Baseball. These endorsements, combined with career earnings of approximately $25 million on the PGA Tour as of November 2025, contribute to his estimated net worth of $17–18 million.

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