Attended the majority of high school in Philadelphia (1998-00) before graduating from Nease High School in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, where he led the team to the state title and won the Florida AA state individual title.

Has three sisters and two brothers. Father, Jim, passed away in 2009. Shortly after, met Anders Forsbrand, a six-time European Tour winner who served as a mentor and swing coach.

Motto is "You only live once and nothing matters."

Will never forget riding around inside the ropes with the assistant captain at the 2004 Ryder Cup.

When not playing golf, enjoys snowboarding, fishing and cheering on his favorite Philadelphia sports teams, the Phillies, Eagles and Flyers.

Had three wins on the Golden Bear/Gateway Tour from 2004-08.