Joe Highsmith, a 24-year-old professional golfer from Lakewood, Washington, recently secured his first PGA Tour victory at the Cognizant Classic in Florida.
Highlights
- Sam Highsmith marked his first PGA Tour Victory by winning the Cognizant Classic in the Palm Beaches, Florida.
- Joe Highsmith’s parents are Chris and Anne Highsmith, his unweavering supporters.
- Highsmith’s mother canceled her flight to support her son and witnessed his first PGA Tour victory.
Joe Highsmith has made a stunning comeback from the bottom of the leaderboard after two rounds to victory by two shots at the Cognizant Classic in Florida.
He faced a challenging start. On Friday, February 28, 2025, Highsmith faced a critical moment on the 18th hole, needing to sink a five-foot putt to remain in the tournament.
Furthermore, Highsmith was eight shots behind the leaders after this narrow escape, placing him in a challenging position for the final rounds.
However, over the weekend, Highsmith delivered back-to-back rounds of seven-under-par 64.
He raced through the finish line, carding a tournament total of 19 under and claiming a two-stroke victory over Jacob Bridgeman and J.J. Spaun.
Clutch when he needs it 💪@JoeHighsmith33 with a two-shot lead heading to 18 @The_Cognizant.
— PGA TOUR (@PGATOUR) March 2, 2025
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It is reported that these rounds were the lowest 36-hole scores in the tournament’s 53-year history. Similarly, CBS Sports states,
Highsmith is the first player since Brandt Snedeker at the 2016 Farmers Insurance Open to make a cut on the number and go onto win a tournament. It’s the ninth time such a comeback has occurred on the PGA Tour in the last 50 years.
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The first PGA Tour victory at the Cognizant Classic has earned Joe Highsmith invitations to prestigious events like the Masters and the PGA Championships.
Furthermore, after the victory, Joe Highsmith remembered to credit his caddie, Joe LaCava IV, the son of Tiger Woods’ former Caddie, for being his support system on the course.
Joe Highsmith’s Father Chris And Mother Anne Highsmith Are His Unweavering Supporters And Biggest Fans
25 years old Joe Highsmith grew up in Lakewood, Washington, USA, under the guidance of his supportive family.
His parents Chris and Anne Highsmith, have been his steadfast support since childhood.
Highsmith attended Bellarmine Preparatory School in Tacoma, where he quickly became one of the top young golfers in the state. He also honed his skills at the Tacoma County & Golf Club.
Joe Highsmith’s parents have been with him continuously throughout his starting journey to his latest win, the first PGA Tour Title.
His mother, Anne Highsmith, is often seen supporting him. On her social media accounts, like X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram, she has documented Joe’s proud golf moments since 2015.
After winning his First PGA Tour Title, Joe Highsmith mentioned that his mother canceled her flight. She stayed with her son until the end of the tournament.
In the post-game interview, when interviewer Damon Hack asked about the situation, Joe Highsmith said,
It’s so incredible. I mean my mom has literally been there every step of the way since I’ve been playing golf. Today, she was supposed to leave at the turn, but she canceled her flight. You know I was really glad that she was able to stay. She’s been so incredible throughout my whole golf life. So, I’m so thankful for her.
Joe Highsmith
Joe Highsmith's mom, Anne, made sure to cancel her flight to watch her son's first TOUR win. 🥹💙 pic.twitter.com/LNkQdjcNS9
— Golf Channel (@GolfChannel) March 2, 2025
On the other hand, Joe Highsmith’s father Chris is often seen around the golf course to cheer up his son.
Although Chris Highsmith is not active on social media, he is often seen in his wife Anne’s Instagram posts, where he poses with Joe and Anne at tournaments or family gatherings.
Joe Highsmith’s golf journey is closely influenced by his parents’ guidance, and he often credits them for his success.
Moreover, his victories and achievements have made his parents proud and lifted the pride of the Highsmith family.
Additional Information
- Joe Highsmith has a brother, Sam Highsmith, who is an assistant manager for Matman Edge in Tacoma, Washington.
- As of 2025, Joe Highsmith’s estimated net worth is around $400K. After his first PGA win, his career earnings are reported to be $1,114,406.
