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Scott Piercy (born November 6, 1978) is an American professional golfer who plays on the PGA Tour.

Key Information

Early life

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Born and raised in Las Vegas, Nevada,[1] Piercy played college golf at San Diego State and turned professional after graduation in 2001.

Career

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Piercy started by playing on various mini-tours. In 2007, Piercy won the Ultimate Game at Wynn Las Vegas G&CC, earning $2 million. Piercy became a Nationwide Tour member in 2008. He won two tournaments in August and finished ninth on the money list to earn PGA Tour playing rights for 2009.

Piercy made an encouraging start to his PGA Tour career, recording five top-twenty finishes in his first six starts, and this run of form elevated Piercy into the top 100 of the Official World Golf Rankings in March 2009. He finished the season ranked 90th on the money list to retain his tour card, but slipped to 136th in 2010, and lost some of his tour status for 2011.

In 2011, Piercy won his first PGA Tour event at the Reno-Tahoe Open, an alternate event in early August. His second tour win came in July 2012 at the RBC Canadian Open, one stroke over runners-up Robert Garrigus and William McGirt. As a result, Piercy earned a place in the following week's WGC-Bridgestone Invitational and was therefore unable to defend his Reno-Tahoe Open title. In early November, he was a runner-up at the WGC-HSBC Champions in China. The Canadian Open win gained Piercy entry into the Masters in 2013, his first, and made the cut. During the 2013 season, he finished third at the Waste Management Phoenix Open, tied for fifth at the PGA Championship and Byron Nelson Championship, and reached the round of 16 at the WGC-Accenture Match Play Championship.

In the 2014 season, Piercy had an arm injury and was out for five months. In his return, he had a best result of T-12 at the Wyndham Championship.

In the 2015 season, he finished seventh at the Shriners Hospitals for Children Open, runner-up at the Sony Open in Hawaii, tenth at the Shell Houston Open. In July, he won the inaugural Barbasol Championship in Alabama, an alternate event opposite the Open Championship, for his first victory in three years. At the 2016 U.S. Open At Oakmont, Piercy finished at a tie for second, his best major finish to date. Piercy was unable to defend his title in 2016 because he earned entry into the 2016 Open Championship.

Piercy set a tournament score record through the first 54 holes at the 2022 3M Open at TPC Twin Cities in Blaine, Minnesota; however, he shot a 76 on the final round and Tony Finau took home the trophy.[3]

Controversy

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In March 2020, Piercy shared a meme on his Instagram page of Pepe the Frog and Pete Buttigieg which stated "Peter pulls out early from behind."[4] The post was considered homophobic by Queerty and ESPN, which both reported Piercy is losing multiple sponsorships, including Titleist, FootJoy, and J.Lindeberg, totaling over $2 million in lost sponsorships. Additionally, the PGA Tour stated "We were made aware of Scott's post and are disappointed in the lack of judgment used."[4][5][6]

Professional wins (7)

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PGA Tour wins (4)

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No. Date Tournament Winning score To par Margin of
victory
Runner(s)-up
1 Aug 7, 2011 Reno–Tahoe Open 72-70-61-70=273 −15 1 stroke United States Pat Perez
2 Jul 29, 2012 RBC Canadian Open 62-67-67-67=263 −17 1 stroke United States Robert Garrigus, United States William McGirt
3 Jul 19, 2015 Barbasol Championship 69-66-65-65=265 −19 3 strokes United States Will Wilcox
4 Apr 29, 2018 Zurich Classic of New Orleans
(with United States Billy Horschel)
65-73-61-67=266 −22 1 stroke United States Jason Dufner and United States Pat Perez

Nationwide Tour wins (2)

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No. Date Tournament Winning score To par Margin of
victory
Runners-up
1 Aug 10, 2008 Preferred Health Systems Wichita Open 64-62-65-71=262 −22 2 strokes United States Hunter Haas, United States Spencer Levin,
United States Daniel Summerhays
2 Aug 24, 2008 Northeast Pennsylvania Classic 66-68-69-64=267 −13 2 strokes Zimbabwe Brendon de Jonge, Australia Cameron Percy

NGA Hooters Tour wins (1)

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No. Date Tournament Winning score To par Margin of
victory
Runners-up
1 Mar 19, 2006 Michelob Ultra Classic 70-70-65-69=274 −14 1 stroke United States Jeff Corr, United States Chris Devlin,
United States Jered Gusso

Results in major championships

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Results not in chronological order in 2020.

Tournament 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018
Masters Tournament T54 T29 CUT
U.S. Open CUT T51 CUT CUT T2 CUT T45
The Open Championship CUT CUT
PGA Championship T26 T48 T5 CUT T48 CUT CUT
Tournament 2019 2020
Masters Tournament
PGA Championship T41 CUT
U.S. Open T52
The Open Championship NT
  Top 10
  Did not play

CUT = missed the halfway 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 0 0 3 2
PGA Championship 0 0 0 1 1 1 9 5
U.S. Open 0 1 0 1 1 1 8 4
The Open Championship 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0
Totals 0 1 0 2 2 2 22 11
  • Most consecutive cuts made – 3 (2015 PGA − 2016 U.S. Open)
  • Longest streak of top-10s – 1 (twice)

Results in The Players Championship

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Tournament 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019
The Players Championship T22 CUT CUT CUT CUT T23 CUT CUT T56
Tournament 2020 2021 2022 2023
The Players Championship C T69 CUT CUT
  Did not play

CUT = missed the halfway cut
"T" indicates a tie for a place
C = Cancelled after the first round due to the COVID-19 pandemic

Results in World Golf Championships

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Results not in chronological order before 2015.

Tournament 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017
Championship T25 T17 T32
Match Play R16 R64 T18 T58
Invitational T19 T59 2
Champions T2 T21 T35 T63
  Top 10
  Did not play

QF, R16, R32, R64 = Round in which player lost in match play
"T" = Tied

See also

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References

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from Grokipedia

Scott Piercy (born November 6, 1978) is an American competing on the , where he has secured four victories.
A native of , , Piercy honed his skills at before turning professional in 2001.
His PGA Tour triumphs include the 2011 Reno-Tahoe Open, the 2012 RBC Canadian Open, the 2015 Barbasol Championship, and the 2018 .
Over his career, Piercy has amassed more than $23 million in earnings, with 38 top-10 finishes and a reputation for steady performance across 420 events.

Early life

Family and upbringing

Scott Piercy was born on November 6, 1978, in Las Vegas, Nevada, to Ralph Piercy and Lynn Piercy. As their only child, he was raised in Las Vegas, where his family supported his early interest in golf amid the city's desert environment and proximity to courses. His , , has managed Piercy's finances as his , providing stability during his professional transitions. His mother, Lynn, has handled logistics such as travel arrangements for tournaments, reflecting a hands-on involvement in his career from its outset. Piercy became a at age 19, shortly after high school, which imposed early responsibilities and shaped his personal development alongside his athletic pursuits. This experience, occurring during his late teens in , underscored a commitment to amid his emerging ambitions.

Introduction to golf and amateur development

Born November 6, 1978, in Las Vegas, Nevada, Scott Piercy pursued golf through his collegiate years as his primary amateur development. He began his college career at Brigham Young University during the 1997-1998 season, competing in three events for the Cougars. After his freshman year, Piercy transferred to San Diego State University, where he continued playing for the Aztecs, including participation in the 1999 NCAA Championships in Chaska, Minnesota. Piercy's time at San Diego State marked the culmination of his amateur career, contributing to the team's schedule in key tournaments. While specific individual accolades from his college play are not prominently documented, his progression through competitive collegiate positioned him to turn professional upon graduation in 2001. This transition followed a period of consistent participation rather than standout national junior or amateur titles, reflecting a grounded path from regional roots in to structured university-level competition.

Professional career

Transition to professionalism and early tours

Piercy turned professional in 2001 after completing his collegiate career at . For the next several years, he competed primarily on minor professional circuits and mini-tours, including the Hooters Tour, navigating the challenges of inconsistent schedules, limited prize money, and sporadic access to higher-level events. In 2008, Piercy earned membership on the Nationwide Tour (now known as the ), the primary developmental circuit for the . That season marked his professional breakthrough, as he secured two victories in quick succession: the Northeast Pennsylvania Classic in late July and the Preferred Health Systems Wichita Open on August 10. These triumphs, combined with six additional top-25 finishes, elevated him to ninth on the Nationwide Tour money list with earnings of $320,187, qualifying him for full exempt status on the for the 2009 season.

PGA Tour entry and breakthrough wins

Piercy secured full membership for the 2009 season by finishing ninth on the 2008 Nationwide Tour money list, highlighted by victories at the Melrose Classic on August 3 and the Cox Classic on August 10. His qualification culminated in a 31st-place finish at the season-ending Nationwide Tour Championship at in , on November 9, 2008. As a , Piercy posted eight cuts made in 12 starts, earning $658,099 and ranking 51st on the money list, with his strongest performances in early-season events including a T12 at the FBR Open in February. Piercy's breakthrough arrived in 2011 at the Reno-Tahoe Open, where he captured his maiden PGA Tour title on August 7 at Montreux Golf & Country Club in Reno, Nevada. Entering the final round with a share of the lead, he carded a 2-under-par 70, sealed by a 7-foot par putt on the 72nd hole, to finish at 19-under 261 and win by two strokes over Troy Matteson. This victory followed a third-round course-record 61, marking Piercy's first wire-to-wire contention and elevating him to 45th on the FedEx Cup standings. Building momentum, Piercy notched his second PGA Tour win at the 2012 RBC Canadian Open on July 29 at Royal Ottawa Golf Club in , , defeating David Hearn by two strokes with a final-round 67 to reach 15-under 265. This success, his first on a co-sanctioned event, propelled him into the top 50 in the for the first time and secured spots in that year's playoffs and the . These early triumphs established Piercy as a consistent performer, with three top-10 finishes in the 2012 season contributing to retained full status.

Career peak and consistency

Piercy achieved his career peak between 2011 and 2013, securing two individual PGA Tour victories and posting several high-profile finishes that elevated him into the top echelons of professional golf. In 2011, he won the Reno-Tahoe Open, defeating John Rollins by three strokes after a final-round 65, marking his first PGA Tour title following a strong amateur-to-pro transition. The following year, Piercy captured the RBC Canadian Open at Royal Ottawa Golf Club, holding off a charging Carl Pettersson with a bogey-free 67 in the final round to win by one stroke; this victory propelled him to his strongest seasonal performance, including a T2 at the WGC-HSBC Champions. During this period, he also recorded a third-place finish at the 2013 Waste Management Phoenix Open and a T5 at the PGA Championship, demonstrating proficiency in both stroke play and major contention. His consistency during the peak manifested in reliable top-10 contention, with multiple top-5 finishes annually and a career cut-making rate of 62.1% across 420 events, though elevated in prime years. Piercy amassed 38 career top-10s, including 21 top-5s, underscoring bursts of form rather than sustained dominance; for instance, his 2012 season stood out per strokes-gained metrics as his best, reflecting efficient ball-striking and putting under pressure. Later extensions of this peak included the 2015 Barbasol Championship win and a T2 at the 2016 U.S. Open at Oakmont, where he finished one stroke behind after strong play in tough conditions. However, variability emerged post-2013, as he struggled to replicate early-2010s OWGR highs (peaking inside the top 100 after 2009 form but fluctuating thereafter), with fewer consistent cuts and top finishes amid competition from rising talents.
YearTournamentMargin of Victory
2011Reno-Tahoe Open3 strokes
2012RBC Canadian Open1 stroke
2015Barbasol ChampionshipPlayoff (def. , Shawn Stefani)
2018 (with Danny Lee)4 strokes
This table highlights his four wins, all occurring during or near peak phases, emphasizing targeted success over year-round uniformity. Overall earnings exceeded $23.7 million, but post-peak seasons showed diminished frequency of elite results, reflecting a journeyman profile with intermittent excellence rather than perennial contention.

Recent performance and 2025 season

In 2024, Piercy posted a runner-up finish at the and six top-25 results overall, yet concluded the season ranked 194th in the standings, reflecting inconsistent form amid broader struggles to secure consistent playing opportunities. This followed a 2023 campaign where he made the cut in half of 36 starts but managed only five top-25 finishes, underscoring a pattern of sporadic competitiveness without sustained contention. The 2025 season has seen further decline, with Piercy achieving no wins or top-10 finishes on the and standing 200th in the rankings as of late October. Limited to select events via past champion status or sponsor exemptions, his results have been middling at best:
TournamentDatesFinishScoreEarnings
Mexico Open at VidantaFeb 20–23T55-6$16,555
Apr 17–20T26-7$29,800
ISCO ChampionshipJul 10–13T14-3$63,400
Multiple missed cuts, including at the , Barracuda Championship, Procore Championship, Sanderson Farms Championship, and Bank of Utah Championship, highlight ongoing challenges with consistency. To bolster his status, Piercy has turned to the , where he notched a T10 finish in June alongside other mid-pack results like T13 and T25, though frequent missed cuts persist. As of October 27, 2025, these efforts have not yet elevated his standing sufficiently to guarantee full 2026 exemption.

Professional achievements

PGA Tour victories

Scott Piercy has recorded four victories on the PGA Tour, spanning from 2011 to 2018. His first win came at the 2011 Reno-Tahoe Open, where he finished at 15-under par 273, edging out Pat Perez by one stroke after a final-round 70; this followed a third-round course-record 61 featuring eight consecutive birdies on the front nine and an eagle on the 18th.
YearTournamentDateMarginNotes
2011Reno-Tahoe OpenAugust 71 strokeTotal: 273 (-15); third-round 61 set course record.
2012RBC Canadian OpenJuly 292 strokesTotal: 263 (-17), matching tournament scoring record; final-round 67.
2015Barbasol ChampionshipJuly 193 strokesTotal: approximately 257 (-19); final-round 65 with birdies on first four holes.
2018Zurich Classic of New OrleansApril 291 strokeTeam event with Billy Horschel; final-round 67 (bogey-free alternate-shot); total team score 22-under.
Piercy's 2012 RBC Canadian Open triumph marked his second individual title, achieved with a steady final round despite early bogeys, holding off the field at Hamilton Golf & Country Club. The 2015 Barbasol win at Grand National Golf Club solidified his consistency, pulling away early in the final round for his third career victory. His most recent PGA Tour success was the team format Zurich Classic, where he and Horschel overcame a three-shot deficit with precise play in the alternate-shot finale. No further PGA Tour wins have followed as of 2025.

Korn Ferry Tour successes

Piercy secured his first professional victory at the Preferred Health Systems Wichita Open on August 10, 2008, held at Wichita Golf Course in . He finished at 22-under-par 262, two strokes ahead of , earning $94,500 and propelling him up the Nationwide Tour money list. Two weeks later, Piercy won the Northeast Pennsylvania Classic on August 24, 2008, at Elmhurst Country Club in . He posted rounds of 66-68-69-64 for a total of 13-under-par 267, securing the $94,500 winner's check and becoming the third multiple winner on the tour that season. These back-to-back triumphs in 2008 elevated Piercy to ninth on the Nationwide Tour money list with $320,187 in earnings, qualifying him for full PGA Tour status in 2009. The official Korn Ferry Tour records confirm two career victories for Piercy on the circuit.

Other professional wins

Piercy competed extensively on mini-tours following his transition to professionalism in 2001, including the NGA Hooters Tour, where he honed his game amid the challenges of low-purse developmental circuits. In addition to standard tour victories, he claimed wins in high-stakes, made-for-television events under The Ultimate Game of Golf format. In 2002, Piercy won the event with scores of 68 and 65, totaling 133 (-7), earning a record payday for such a competition at the time. In June 2007, he captured another edition at Golf Club & Country Club, finishing with precise play on the final holes to secure a $2 million first-place prize—the largest single payout of his early professional career. These victories provided financial stability during a period of grinding on lower-tier circuits before his breakthrough on the Nationwide Tour.

Tournament results

Major championships

Piercy's strongest performance in a major championship occurred at the 2016 U.S. Open at , where he finished runner-up to after posting rounds of 69-71-66-73 for a total of 279 (+3), one stroke behind the winner. His next-best result was a tie for fifth at the at , achieved with scores of 67-71-72-65 totaling 275 (-5), earning $304,000. Piercy has appeared in the majors sporadically since turning professional in 2001, making the cut in 12 of 20 starts as of 2020, but has not recorded a top-10 finish outside those two events. The following table summarizes Piercy's results in the major championships:
YearU.S. Open
2008CUT
2011T51T26
2012CUTT48
2013T54CUTCUTT5
2014CUT
2015T48
2016T29T2CUTCUT
2017CUTCUT
2018T45CUT
2019T52T41
2020CUT
Piercy qualified for majors primarily through PGA Tour wins and strong seasonal performances, but his limited invitations in recent years reflect a decline in form, with no major appearances since 2020.

The Players Championship

Scott Piercy has made several appearances in , a premier event held annually at in . His performances have generally been unremarkable, with no top-20 finishes and frequent struggles to make the cut, reflecting broader challenges in contending at elite-field tournaments despite occasional solid rounds.
YearFinishScoresTo parEarnings
2013MC70-77—147+3
2019T5674-68-72-72—286+2$27,250
2021T69+5 (exact scores unavailable in sourced data)+5
2023MC71-76—147+3
Piercy also competed in the event during his career peak around 2013–2014 and in other seasons like 2017 and 2018, but detailed scoring data for those years indicates no standout contention, aligning with his overall trajectory of consistency over brilliance in high-stakes play.

World Golf Championships

Piercy achieved his best result in a event with a runner-up finish at the 2012 , posting rounds of 68-68-68-65 for a total of 19-under-par 269, earning $417,500. He tied for second alongside and , two strokes behind winner . In 2016, Piercy contended again at the WGC-Bridgestone Invitational, sharing the 54-hole lead with after a third-round 67, but finished solo second at 5-under-par 275, one stroke behind . This performance marked his second top-two finish in a WGC stroke-play event within four years. Piercy also co-led after the opening round of the 2016 WGC-Cadillac Championship with a 6-under-par 66 alongside Marcus Fraser, but subsequent rounds of 77 dropped him down the leaderboard. His WGC-Match Play appearances included defeating in pool play during the 2013 event and advancing to the round of 32 before losing 1-up to in 2014. Overall, Piercy has not secured a WGC victory despite consistent invitations during his career peak from 2011 to 2018, reflecting his competitive but winless record in these elite fields.

Public controversies

2020 social media incident and sponsor fallout

In early March 2020, Scott Piercy shared an story featuring a that mocked Democratic presidential candidate , depicting the text "Peter Pulls Out Early From Behind" in reference to Buttigieg's withdrawal from the . The phrase was widely interpreted as a homophobic targeting Buttigieg's , as he is openly . Piercy also posted content endorsing a alleging government weather manipulation via , which drew additional criticism for promoting unsubstantiated claims. On March 3, 2020, Piercy issued a public apology via , stating that the posts reflected a "terrible lack of judgment" and expressing regret for any offense caused, while committing to "do better" in the future. The acknowledged the apology but did not impose formal discipline, noting that Piercy's actions were personal and not representative of the organization. By March 5, 2020, Piercy faced immediate professional repercussions as equipment manufacturer Acushnet Holdings (parent company of Titleist and FootJoy) terminated its endorsement contract, citing the posts as incompatible with their values. Apparel sponsor J. Lindeberg followed suit the same day, ending its partnership due to the offensive content. Telecommunications firm Segra also severed ties on March 6, 2020, emphasizing a commitment to inclusivity. These losses left Piercy without key apparel and equipment endorsements ahead of the Players Championship later that month, where he competed in unmarked clothing. The fallout highlighted tensions between personal expression and commercial sponsorships in , with no evidence of Piercy regaining those specific endorsements in subsequent years.

Personal life

Family and residence

Piercy is married to Sara Piercy, his high school sweetheart, whom he began dating in . The couple has three sons: Cole, Brennan, and Jett. Piercy became a father at age 19, shortly after high school, and has credited as a key motivator in his career. The family resides in , , where Piercy was born on November 6, 1978, and raised. Their home is located in the Hooks Residence neighborhood, proximate to the areas where both Piercy and Sara grew up. Piercy maintains strong ties to the city, having attended and frequently returning for events like the Open.

Philanthropy and off-course interests

Piercy participates in philanthropy primarily through golf-related initiatives, including 's Birdies4Shriners campaign launched in 2012, which donates funds to based on birdies, eagles, and aces recorded by sponsored players during events. As part of the program, displays its logo on Piercy's apparel and involves him in related events, with Piercy stating his excitement for the effort as "a great initiative to help ." Beyond charitable giving, Piercy pursues off-course business interests, demonstrating an affinity for equity investments and brand partnerships. In April 2019, he joined Real Brands, Inc. as a brand ambassador to promote its portfolio of consumer products. In June 2024, Piercy invested personally in FLEX Beverages, aligning with the company's emphasis on sustainable, innovative packaging and products derived from natural ingredients. These ventures reflect his engagement in sectors outside professional golf, including consumer goods and technology-enabled services.

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