Lucas Glover is an American professional golfer who has been on the PGA Tour since 2004. He gained notoriety by winning the 2009 US Open, one of the four major golf championships. He recently put in an impressive performance at the Barbasol Championship, where he extended his round streak to 10 in his 60s and was two shots up after the second round.
Early life
Glover was born on November 12, 1979, in Greenville, South Carolina. He is Hershey Hendley’s son, the daughter of former pro football player Dick Hendley and Ron Musselman, a former major league baseball player. However, Glover only recognizes his stepfather, Jim Glover, as his father, as Musselman lost his parental rights after a divorce and court case when Glover was 13.
Lucas Glover career
Glover began playing golf at a young age and has achieved success throughout his career. He was an All-American in high school and won multiple championships. He continued to shine in college, winning tournaments and gaining recognition. In 2001, Glover turned pro and competed on the Nationwide Tour, where he won his first title. His performance earned him a 2004 PGA Tour card.
Glover had a solid rookie season on the PGA Tour, making 21 cuts in 30 events and earning over $1.7 million. His first win came at the 2005 FUNAI Classic, where he defeated Tom Pernice Jr. and Scott Verplank in a playoff. In 2006 and 2007 he experienced a slump and fell down the money list ladder. However, in 2008 he bounced back with two second places, qualifying for his maiden Ryder Cup team and contributing to the US win at Valhalla Golf Club.
Rise to Fame
In 2009, Glover became the first Clemson alumnus to win a major championship at the US Open. He reached his highest career rank with 15th place in the world rankings. After injuries and inconsistencies, he bounced back in 2011 by winning the Wells Fargo Championship and finishing fifth at the PGA Championship. In 2012, Glover suffered a knee injury while paddling and missed most of the season. He returned in 2013 but was unable to keep his PGA Tour card after finishing outside the top 125 on the money list.
In 2014, he won his second United Leasing Championship title while playing on both the PGA Tour and the Web.com Tour. As of 2015, Glover has retained his PGA Tour status and has achieved multiple top-10 finishes. He showed his skills at the Barbasol Championship in July 2023, taking the lead with a score of 63 and maintaining a two-stroke lead after two rounds. Glover also extended his round streak to 10 in the 60s, starting at the Rocket Mortgage Classic in June, where he tied for fourth place.
Lucas Glover Biography | |
|---|---|
| Real name | Lucas Hendley Glover |
| birth date | November 12, 1979 |
| Age | 44 years |
| Place of birth | Greenville, South Carolina, United States |
| Profession | golfer |
| University | Clemson University |
| qualification | graduate |
Physical Statistics | |
| Height | in feet inches – 6 feet 2 inches – in centimeters – 188 cm |
| Weight | in kilograms – 88kg – in pounds – 195 pounds |
| Hair color | Brown |
| eye color | Blue |
Lucas Glover Family | |
| Father | Ron Musselman |
| Mother | Hershey Hendley |
| Sister | – |
| Brother | – |
relationship status | |
| Marital status | Married |
| who is Lucas Glover’s wife? | Krista Glover |
| Children | Two |
Personal life
Lucas married Krista Wakefield, a former collegiate golfer at Furman University. They have two children, a daughter named Lucille and a son named Lucas Jr. Glover. His wife made headlines in 2018 when she was arrested for allegedly assaulting him and his mother after he missed the cut at the Players Championship. She was charged with domestic violence and resisting arrest. However, the case was later dropped after she completed 25 hours of community service and underwent a psychiatric evaluation.
social media
Glover is active on social media, posting updates about his golf career and personal life. He has over 36,000 followers on Twitter (@Lucas_Glover_) and over 17,000 followers on Instagram (@lucasglover_). He also has a Facebook page with over 13,000 likes.
Lucas Glover net worth
His net worth is estimated to be around $12 million in 2023. He has earned over $23 million in prize money over his golfing career, with his biggest payday being the $1.35 million he received for winning the 2009 US Open. He also has endorsement deals with companies such as Titleist, FootJoy, TaylorMade, and Polo Ralph Lauren.