From Top Golfer To Worldwide Role Model

The PGA Tour showcases the best of the best in all of the sport of golf, on any given weekend of competition. Through its founding in 1929, history has become some of the most decorated and respected in sports around. From names like Tiger Woods, Rory Mcllroy, Phil Mickleson, Arnold Palmer and so many more. The expectation has always been kept at its much deserving high point, and only growing in that aspect every tournament. One current athlete who has taken the time to understand the role he not only has in the sport, but as a role model of golf as well is Jordan Spieth. From turning pro in 2012, Speith has made a name and career for himself to say the least. With 13 career wins thus far, the veteran is still pushing to be a widely known role model and winner. 

Embrace Your Opportunity 

Not many have the chance to become a household name, or widely known athlete within a sport. Spieth has come across that point in his career and is now fully embracing the platform he has for the younger generation. Making sure to shed light on those coming up under him, understanding it’s always a cycle of next level athletes to join the Tour and perform at high capabilities. 

“If you can be a role model, you definitely should be trying your hardest to,” Speith said. 

With those in the Tour all competing in tournaments that are often broadcasted on television, the number of eyes on the sport is countless. Staying on top of your performance on and off the course, is key for those like Spieth. Understanding that, the veteran has since created the Jordan Spieth Family Foundation. One surrounded upon helping significant areas like special needs youth, junior golf, military support and pediatric cancer. All the pillars Spieth holds true to himself and consider most important to his legacy. 

“It really just comes back to the upbringing with my Parents, and time in high school at Jesuit,” Spieth Said. “So it was just always for me, recognizing that there are other people struggling.”