Quick Info
| Profession | Professional golfer |
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| Nationality | American |
| Date of Birth | 15/02/1984 |
| Age | 42 years |
| Birthplace | Aiken, South Carolina, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius |
Latest News about Kevin Kisner
16/10/2026
Kevin Kisner publicly criticised Rory McIlroy on the Fore Play podcast for playing the DP World India Championship in New Delhi, suggesting the appearance fee was the main reason for the trip despite McIlroy's talk of growing the game. McIlroy responded on 18/10/2026, asking how Kisner could know his motives and saying two things can be true at the same time.
16/04/2026
Kisner apologised for his harsh criticism of CBS Sports' coverage of the 2026 Masters, which he had made on a podcast on 14/04/2026 by saying the broadcast showed shots that had happened minutes earlier. He acknowledged he had gone too far in those remarks as NBC's lead golf analyst.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Kevin James Kisner |
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| Summary | American professional golfer who plays on the PGA Tour and has won four PGA Tour events, including the WGC-Dell Technologies Match Play. He also works as a lead golf analyst for NBC Sports. |
| Current Residence | Aiken, South Carolina, United States |
Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5 ft 10 in (1.78 m) |
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| Weight | 165 lb (75 kg) |
Educational Qualification(s)
| High School | South Aiken High School |
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| University | University of Georgia |
| College Golf | Member of the University of Georgia Bulldogs golf team that won the 2005 NCAA Division I Championship |
Personal Life
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| Foundation | Co-formed the Kisner Foundation with his wife in 2016 to support children's fitness, health, education and sports in the Aiken area |
Relationships & More
| Spouse | Brittany Anne DeJarnett (married 2012) |
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Family
| Father | Steve Kisner |
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| Mother | Christy Kisner |
| Siblings | Older sister Stephanie and brother Kristopher (died 2024) |
| Children | Three children |
Career
| Amateur | Played college golf at the University of Georgia; earned All-American honors |
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| Turned Professional | 2006 |
| Early Career | Played mini-tours including the NGA Hooters Tour and Tarheel Tour, then the Nationwide Tour (now Korn Ferry Tour) |
| PGA Tour Wins | 4 |
| First PGA Tour Win | RSM Classic (2015) |
| WGC Win | WGC-Dell Technologies Match Play (2019) |
| Other Wins Include |
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| Highest Official World Golf Ranking | 14th (January 2016) |
| Best Major Championship Result | Tied for 2nd at the 2018 Open Championship |
| Ryder-style Team Events | Represented the United States at the Presidents Cup in 2017 and 2022; served as an assistant captain in 2024 under Jim Furyk |
| Broadcasting | Has worked as a golf broadcaster |
| Current Broadcast Role | Lead golf analyst for NBC Sports (as of 2026) |
Favourites
| College Team | Georgia Bulldogs |
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| Professional Team | Carolina Panthers |
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Style Quotient
| Nickname | Kiz |
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| Playing Style | Known for steady ball-striking and a strong short game, and for match play success |
| Public Persona | Known for candid, straight-talking remarks and humor |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. His first car was a Chevrolet Blazer. | |
| 2. He marks his golf ball with the head side of a coin. | |
| 3. He was introduced to golf by his father, Steve Kisner. | |
| 4. He was involved with The First Tee. |
