Justin Lower is a professional golfer from Canal Fulton, Ohio, born in 1990. He faced a significant personal tragedy at the age of 15 when he lost his father, Tim, and his 10-year-old brother, Chris, in a car accident. Lower attended Malone University in Canton, Ohio, where he played college golf, earning NAIA Champion honors in 2010. He became the first player from an NAIA school to earn a PGA Tour card in recent history.
Turning professional in 2011, Lower experienced early struggles, making only 29 starts on the professional circuit from 2014 to 2017 and earning less than $50,000 during that period. He competed in Monday qualifiers and mini-tour events to sustain his career. Lower gained conditional status on the Korn Ferry Tour (formerly Web.com Tour) in 2013, and after several attempts, he secured his PGA Tour card by finishing 25th in the Korn Ferry Tour Championship in 2021 .Lower made his PGA Tour debut in the 2021-2022 season and came close to winning at the Fortinet Championship in September 2022, where he held the lead entering the final round. He recorded his best finish in a tournament with a score of 9-under 63 during this event.
Who is Justin Lower’s caddie?
Chad Gonzales has been Justin Lower's caddie since 2021. Gonzales is known for his extensive experience in the sport, having previously worked with various golfers on the PGA and Korn Ferry Tours.
Outside of his professional duties, Gonzales actively engages with fans and followers on social media, particularly on platforms like Twitter, where he shares insights about his experiences.
FAQ's on Justin Lower Caddie
A. Justin Lower turned professional in 2011.
A. Justin Lower made his PGA Tour debut in the 2021-2022 season.
A. In September 2022, Justin Lower recorded his best finish in a tournament with a score of 9-under 63 during the Fortinet Championship.
A. Justin Lower has won the Ohio Open in 2012 and 2015.
