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Gordon Sargent Chooses College Over PGA Tour, Defers Membership

World's top-ranked amateur golfer, Gordon Sargent, opts to complete his senior year at Vanderbilt, delaying his professional debut.

  • Gordon Sargent, the top amateur golfer, will return to Vanderbilt for his senior year, deferring his PGA Tour card.
  • Sargent has secured a PGA Tour card through the PGA Tour University's Accelerated program but prefers to stay in college.
  • He aims to enjoy college life and further mature both on and off the golf course before turning professional.
  • Sargent won the NCAA individual title as a freshman and is a recipient of the McCormack Medal as the top amateur golfer.
  • Despite the option to turn professional, Sargent values the developmental benefits of college golf and team experiences at Vanderbilt.
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