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Gordon Sargent, a former golfer from Vanderbilt University, has made his professional debut at the RBC Canadian Open. Having earned his PGA TOUR card through the TOUR University Accelerated program, Sargent is expected to compete through the 2026 season. He previously excelled in amateur golf, earning accolades and recognition during his time at Vanderbilt. His achievements include winning the individual national championship and being named SEC Golfer of the Year. Sargent started his first round in the tournament early in the morning, competing alongside fellow alumni and PGA TOUR veterans.
Caledon, Ontario, Canada – Gordon Sargent, a talented former golfer from Vanderbilt University, made his professional debut on the PGA TOUR at the RBC Canadian Open. This event marks a significant milestone for Sargent, as it is his first competition as a PGA TOUR member following his successful application to the TOUR through the PGA TOUR University Accelerated program.
Sargent, who hails from Birmingham, Alabama, earned his TOUR card nearly a year and seven months prior to this debut. He is eligible to compete in open, full-field events until the end of the 2025 season and is expected to retain his PGA TOUR membership for the 2026 season, pending any reshuffles.
At the RBC Canadian Open, Sargent started Round 1 at 7:35 a.m. CT and is scheduled to tee off Round 2 at 6:07 a.m. CT on Friday. Alongside him are fellow Vanderbilt alumni including Matthew Riedel, and PGA TOUR veterans Brandt Snedeker, Luke List, and Will Gordon. Fans can follow the tournament live on the Golf Channel, with specific air times available in local listings.
Before joining the professional ranks, Sargent made a name for himself in the amateur circuit. He played in six PGA TOUR events as an amateur, with notable appearances at prestigious tournaments including the Masters Tournament and the U.S. Open. He recorded the low amateur title at the 123rd U.S. Open, finishing with a total of 4-over par 824 across four rounds.
Sargent is well-known for his achievements while playing for Vanderbilt, where he became a trailblazer in the program’s history. He was the first Vanderbilt golfer to win an individual national championship, claiming medalist honors at the 2022 NCAA Men’s Golf Championships. Additionally, his excellence on the golf course earned him the Mark H. McCormack Medal and recognition as Golfweek’s National Collegiate Player of the Year during the 2022-2023 season.
Throughout his collegiate career, Sargent garnered All-American honors six times, securing three first-team selections from the Golf Coaches Association of America (GCAA) and Golfweek. He was also named the SEC Golfer of the Year during the 2022-2023 season and won a record six tournaments during his time at the university. Sargent played a crucial role in helping the Vanderbilt men’s golf team secure a total of 19 team titles, while also holding the program’s all-time scoring average record at an impressive 70.32.
In terms of personal achievements, Sargent’s career-low score stands at 17-under par 196, a record that ties for the lowest three-round score in Vanderbilt history. He graduated from Vanderbilt in May 2025, obtaining a bachelor’s degree in economics.
For those interested in following the Vanderbilt men’s golf team, updates and exclusive content can be found on their social media platforms under the handle @VandyMGolf.
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