Name: Joe Highsmith
Country: United States
Age: 24
Turned Pro: 2022

Joe Highsmith’s Breakthrough Win at the Cognizant Classic: A Hometown Hero Shines!

Golf fans in the Pacific Northwest have plenty to celebrate this week, as Tacoma’s own Joe Highsmith broke through in dramatic fashion, claiming his first PGA Tour victory at the Cognizant Classic in The Palm Beaches! The former Bellarmine Prep star and Pepperdine standout showed incredible composure down the stretch, delivering a clutch performance that cements his place among golf’s rising stars.

Highsmith, 24, has long been a name to watch in Washington golf circles. Born and raised in Tacoma, WA, he honed his skills at Chambers Bay, the iconic links-style course that hosted the 2015 U.S. Open. From his early days dominating junior golf to playing a key role in Pepperdine’s 2021 NCAA Championship run, Highsmith has built a reputation as a fierce competitor with a smooth left-handed swing and a fearless approach to the game.

This week in Florida, he put all of that talent on full display. Entering the final round just four shots back, Highsmith fired a bogey-free 64 to charge up the leaderboard. With steady nerves and a par at the par-5 18th, he sealed a thrilling victory, edging out a stacked field of PGA Tour veterans.

After the win, Highsmith was all smiles as he reflected on his journey.

“This means everything. To finally break through on the PGA Tour - it’s a dream come true. I’ve had so much support from my family, my coaches, and everyone back home in Tacoma. This one’s for them.”

Northwest golf fans have been following Highsmith’s career for years, and now the whole golf world is taking notice. With his first PGA Tour win under his belt, the sky’s the limit for this hometown star.

So, if you haven’t already, remember the name Joe Highsmith—because this is just the beginning.

What’s Next for Highsmith?

With this victory, Highsmith secures his PGA Tour card for the foreseeable future and earns a spot in some of the year’s biggest events, including THE PLAYERS Championship and possibly even The Masters. Could we see him tee it up at Augusta National next month? Stay tuned—this Tacoma kid is just getting started!