JJ Spaun is one of the newest major winners in the sport, having secured his maiden major title at the US Open at Oakmont in 2025.
Spaun played golf from an early age, having his first set of plastic clubs at the age of just 3. He played plenty of amateur golf, including collegiate golf during his time at San Diego State University. After graduating in 2012, he spent several years on the mini tours, racking up a trio of wins before making the jump up to the PGA Tour for the 2017 season.
It would be five more years before the American finally entered the winners’ circle on the PGA Tour. He did so in some style at the Valero Texas Open in 2022. It would be 2025 where his big breakthrough year, came though.
After losing out in a Monday playoff at the Players Championship to Rory McIlroy, it wouldn’t be long before Spaun cracked the big time. He did so with an incredible performance at the 2025 US Open at Oakmont. He was the only player to finish the week under par in testing conditions, and sank a 65-foot putt on the 72nd hole for birdie to win by two shots. The win catapulted him into the top ten in the Official World Golf Rankings for the first time.
JJ Spaun | Player Profile
Personal Information
Name: John Michael (JJ) Spaun
Born: August 21, 1990
Nationality: United States
Residence: Scottsdale, Arizona, United States
Career
College: San Diego State University
Turned Pro: 2012
Professional Wins: 5
Highest World Ranking: 8 – June 16, 2025
Best Results In Majors
Best Finishes:
– Masters Tournament – T23 (2022)
– PGA Championship – T35 (2018)
– US Open – WON (2025)
– Open Championship – T23 (2025)
Professional Wins – 5
2013 (1) – National Series 7 – Gateway Tour
2015 (1) – Staal Foundation Open
2016 (1) – News Sentinel Open
2022 (1) – Valero Texas Open
2025 (1) – US Open
JJ Spaun | What’s In His Bag?
Spaun is a Srixon staffer but also has quite a mixed bag. You can read about what clubs he uses here.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) JJ Spaun
When and where was JJ Spaun born?
Spaun was born in Los Angeles, California in 1990, and he began playing the sport from an early age. He was even involved in golf before he was born, as his mother played until she was eight months pregnant.
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When did JJ Spaun turn professional?
Spaun turned professional after graduating San Diego State University in 2012. He would go on to spend four years on the mini tours before making the breakthrough to the PGA Tour.
How many professional titles has JJ Spaun won?
As of June 2025, Spaun has won five times as a professional, with two of those coming on the PGA Tour. His most recent win is also his biggest, after his victory at the US Open in 2025 saw him claim his first major title.
Who is JJ Spaun married to?
JJ Spaun is married to his wife Melody. They have two daughters called Emerson Lili and Violet Windsor. The pair have been married since 2019 and allegedly met for the first time in Orange County, California through mutual friends.
Did you Know?
From Missed Cut to Major Champion
Spaun has only played in the US Open on two occasions, with very differing results. In 2021, he failed to make the cut. Four years later, he won the tournament to claim his maiden major championship.
Dealing With Diabetes
In 2018, Spaun was diagnosed with type 2 diabetes after a period of feeling unwell. He underwent treatment but it didn’t work and he later learned in 2021 that he had been misdiagnosed. He actually had type 1 diabetes, which he now deals with whilst playing the sport.
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