Sam Stevens is an American professional golfer who has become a consistent PGA TOUR contender through steady results, strong ball-striking, and a long path through developmental tours. As of September 6, 2026, he is 30 years old, plays full-time on the PGA TOUR, has no PGA TOUR title yet, and has earned more than $11 million in official PGA TOUR money.
Sam Stevens’ Biography
| Detail | Information |
| Full name | Samuel Stevens |
| Known as | Sam Stevens |
| Date of birth | July 4, 1996 |
| Age | 30 |
| Birthplace | Fort Worth, Texas, United States |
| Nationality | American |
| Residence / plays from | Wichita, Kansas, United States |
| Height | 6 ft 1 in (1.85 m) |
| Weight | 190 lb (86 kg) |
| College | Oklahoma State University |
| Turned professional | 2018 |
| Current tour | PGA TOUR |
| PGA TOUR membership | Joined the PGA TOUR in 2023 after earning his card in 2022 |
| PGA TOUR wins | 0 |
| Professional wins | At least one confirmed win: 2021 Holcim Colombia Classic, PGA TOUR Latinoamérica |
| Career PGA TOUR official money | $11,053,151, as listed on the PGA TOUR profile at the time checked |
| 2026 PGA TOUR official money | $2,688,189, as listed on the PGA TOUR statistics page at the time checked |
| Best Official World Golf Ranking | No. 39, reached in February 2026 |
| Relationship status | Married |
| Spouse | Kelsey Stevens |
| Children | Four sons: David, Henry, Benjamin, and Luke |
| Instagram profile | N/A |
Stevens comes from a golf family and remains closely tied to Wichita, Kansas, where he lives with his wife, Kelsey, and their children. His public profile is primarily golf-focused, while his family keeps a relatively private life and does not appear to maintain public social-media accounts.
Early Career
Sam Stevens grew up in Wichita, Kansas, although he was born in Fort Worth, Texas. He attended Kapaun Mt. Carmel Catholic High School before joining the Oklahoma State Cowboys golf program from 2014 to 2018.
He was part of Oklahoma State’s 2018 NCAA Championship-winning team, alongside future PGA TOUR stars Viktor Hovland and Matthew Wolff. Stevens also won the 2015 Kansas Amateur Championship, continuing a family tradition after similar wins by his father and grandfather.
Professional Career
Stevens turned professional in 2018 and took the long route toward the PGA TOUR. He played on PGA TOUR Latinoamérica and the Korn Ferry Tour, gaining experience without an immediate breakthrough. His persistence paid off when he earned his PGA TOUR card in September 2022.
Since then, he has become a regular contender, with runner-up finishes at the 2025 Farmers Insurance Open and 2025 3M Open. In 2026, he added major-championship momentum by finishing tied for 24th at the Masters and tied for seventh at the U.S. Open.
Wife
Sam Stevens is married to Kelsey Stevens. They reportedly met while both attended Oklahoma State University and married in July 2018. The PGA TOUR’s player bio lists Kelsey as his wife and identifies their children as David, Henry, Benjamin and Luke. The family is associated with Wichita, Kansas, where Stevens also lists his residence and home base.
Sam Stevens Net Worth Details
As of 2026, Sam Stevens’ net worth approximate of $2-$4 million. A more verifiable number is his golf income. The PGA TOUR listed Stevens’ career earnings at $11,053,151 when checked, while his 2026 official money stood at $2,688,189.
Prize Money
| Tournament | Result | Prize money |
| U.S. Open | T7 | $617,090 |
| Texas Children’s Houston Open | T5 | $405,900 |
| The American Express | T6 | $322,000 |
| Genesis Invitational | T16 | $319,000 |
| Miami Championship | T18 | $260,600 |
| Masters Tournament | T24 | $182,250 |
| Zurich Classic of New Orleans | T13 | $138,986 |
| FedEx St. Jude Championship | T42 | $70,000 |
| THE PLAYERS Championship | 58th | $57,250 |
| Farmers Insurance Open | T30 | $56,280 |
Career Earnings
| Category | Earnings / record | Notes |
| PGA TOUR career earnings | $11,053,151 | Official PGA TOUR profile figure when checked |
| 2026 PGA TOUR official money | $2,688,189 | Official PGA TOUR season-statistics figure when checked |
| Korn Ferry Tour career earnings | $245,789 | Official Korn Ferry Tour profile figure when checked |
| PGA TOUR wins | 0 | As of September 2026 |
| PGA TOUR starts / cuts | 123 starts / 92 cuts | Official PGA TOUR profile figure when checked |
| 2026 top-25 finishes | 7 | PGA TOUR season profile |
| Best known 2026 major payout | $617,090 | U.S. Open, T7 |
Endorsements
Sam Stevens’ reported golf equipment setup includes PING clubs, Project X shafts, and a Titleist Pro V1 golf ball. He has also been reported as wearing Straight Down apparel and having a relationship with Huntington Bank.
The financial value, duration, and full terms of these endorsement agreements are not publicly available, so it would be inaccurate to assign a specific dollar amount to his sponsorship income.
Major Championship Results
| Major championship | Best finish | 2026 result | Notes |
| Masters Tournament | T24 | T24 | First Masters start in 2026 |
| PGA Championship | T60 | T65 | Made the cut in 2026 |
| U.S. Open | T7 | T7 | First major top-10; $617,090 payout |
| The Open Championship | T79 | T79 | First recorded Open appearance in 2026 |
FAQs
1. Who is Sam Stevens?
Sam Stevens is an American professional golfer who competes on the PGA TOUR. He turned professional in 2018 after playing college golf at Oklahoma State University.
2. Where is Sam Stevens from?
Sam Stevens was born in Fort Worth, Texas, and grew up in Wichita, Kansas.
3. How old is Sam Stevens?
Sam Stevens was born on July 4, 1996.
4. What college did Sam Stevens attend?
He attended Oklahoma State University, where he was part of the Cowboys team that won the 2018 NCAA Division I men’s golf championship.
5. When did Sam Stevens turn professional?
Sam Stevens turned professional in 2018.
6. Has Sam Stevens won on the PGA TOUR?
No. Sam Stevens has not yet won a PGA TOUR event, although he has recorded multiple runner-up finishes.
7. What is Sam Stevens’ best PGA TOUR finish?
His notable PGA TOUR runner-up finishes include the 2023 Valero Texas Open, the 2025 Farmers Insurance Open, and the 2025 3M Open.
8. What professional tournament has Sam Stevens won?
He won the 2021 Holcim Colombia Classic on PGA TOUR Latinoamérica, his first professional victory.
9. Is Sam Stevens from a golfing family?
Yes. He is a third-generation professional golfer: his grandfather, Johnny Stevens, made 30 PGA TOUR starts, and his father, Charlie Stevens, played in two Korn Ferry Tour events.
10. Did Sam Stevens win the Kansas Amateur?
Yes. Sam Stevens won the Kansas Amateur in 2015, becoming the third member of his family to win the event after his grandfather Johnny and father Charlie.