SEC Names Sam Bennett Golfer of the Week
This was probably the most predictable SEC Golfer of the Week honor in years. Sam Bennett had a historic run at the Masters Tournament earning the respect of many seasoned golfers and was the talk of the golf world on social media for days.
The three-time All-American was the only amateur to make the cut after back-to-back opening rounds of 68. He would finish the tournament in 16th place with a 2-under 286 becoming the first amateur to finish in the top 20 since 2005.
Bennett’s Masters Performance as an amateur was one for the ages and joined the ranks of Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson as notable Low Amateurs at the event. He gave golf fans around the country something the Aggies already knew; Sam Bennett is a name to keep an eye on for many years to come.
🏆@sammy_golf24243 named SEC Men's Golfer of the Week
📖| https://t.co/WlD4OjU1vt#GigEm | 👍 | #BTHOthefield pic.twitter.com/7ZNHG3Etvq
— Texas A&M Men's Golf (@AggieMensGolf) April 12, 2023
Checkout some photos and highlights from Sam Bennett’s historic week at the Masters Tournament
Almost
CLOSE @sammy_golf24243 👀 #GigEm x #themasters pic.twitter.com/7CtoGNHJfO
— Tim England (@tengland_150) April 5, 2023
Great Start for Bennett
An opening birdie for amateur Sam Bennett. #themasters pic.twitter.com/n01eRgsLs8
— The Masters (@TheMasters) April 6, 2023
7️⃣under!#GigEm | 👍 | #BTHOthefield@sammy_golf24243 | #themaster
— Texas A&M Men's Golf (@AggieMensGolf) April 7, 2023
All Smiles
Birdie, eagle start for the reigning US Amateur champ Sam Bennett at #TheMasters@ESPNPlus pic.twitter.com/581Rf1dRUT
— ESPN (@espn) April 6, 2023
Day two same results
US amateur champ Sam Bennett birdies the first hole for the second-straight day 😤 pic.twitter.com/omnmIRE4Zb
— ESPN (@espn) April 7, 2023
Moment is not to big for the youngster
“Do you know where you are, Sam Bennett!?”
The amateur is in second place alone at #TheMasters after this birdie. pic.twitter.com/jTkQ9xeHXH
— ESPN (@espn) April 7, 2023
Standing O
A standing ovation for low amateur Sam Bennett 👏 pic.twitter.com/y2HjFVICHK
— PGA TOUR (@PGATOUR) April 9, 2023
Teeing Off
Apr 6, 2023; Augusta, Georgia; Sam Bennett tees off on the fifth hole during the first round of The Masters golf tournament. Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Network
12th hole chip shot
Jun 17, 2022; Brookline, Massachusetts; Sam Bennett (a) chips on the 12th hole during the second round of the U.S. Open golf tournament. Peter Casey-USA TODAY Sports
Putting Action
Apr 8, 2023; Augusta, Georgia; Sam Bennett putts on the third green during the third round of The Masters golf tournament. Danielle Parhizkaran-USA TODAY Network
Pga Masters Tournament Third Round
Caddie Talk
Apr 7, 2023; Augusta, Georgia; Sam Bennett talks with his caddie Brian Kortan talk on the no. 18 green during the second round of The Masters golf tournament. Katie Goodale USA TODAY Network
Warm embrace between Mother and Son
Apr 9, 2023; Augusta, Georgia; Sam Bennett hugs his mom Stacy Bennett after completing the final round of The Masters golf tournament. Michael Madrid-USA TODAY Network
Your WInners
Apr 9, 2023; Augusta, Georgia; Jon Rahm holds the Masters trophy while standing next to Sam Bennett who is holding the low amateur trophy during the green jacket ceremony at The Masters golf tournament. Danielle Parhizkaran-USA TODAY Network
Pga Masters Tournament Final Round
