Micheel, Shaun
Golf Professional
Shaun Micheel, whose professional career was highlighted by his victory at the 2003 PGA Championship, joined the Butler men’s golf program as an assistant coach prior to the 2022-23 season.
“Very few players in the world have Shaun’s level of expertise and wisdom,” said Butler head coach Colby Huffman. “Having the players be able to utilize a major champion as a resource brings another level of depth to our program. We are really fortunate, and the guys are eager and excited to have him on board.”
At the 2003 PGA Championship at Oak Hill, Micheel carded a four-under total of 276, claiming a two-shot victory. Playing the 72nd hole with a one-shot lead, Micheel landed a 7-iron from 175 yards away just inches from the hole to clinch the major title and a $1,080,000 payday.
In 2006, Micheel finished second to Tiger Woods at the PGA Championship at Medinah. He was also the runner-up to Paul Casey at the HSBC World Match Play Championship at the Wentworth Club. He defeated Woods 4&3 in match play during the event, which ended Woods’ five-tournament win streak.
Micheel has played in more than 400 PGA Tour events during his career, and has registered nearly 20 Top-10 finishes.
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