You know him as the current mayor of tempo town, the guy who worked as a bouncer while chasing his pro golf dream, and the guy who won as a rookie once he finally got his card. But there’s plenty more to Jake Knapp than just a sweet swing. On December 9, 2024, TGJ spent a day at Knapp’s new Scottsdale home as he prepared to hit the road for the Grant Thornton Invitational. Seven days later, he hoisted the trophy. Here’s a raw look inside Knapp’s everyday life—from the kitchen, to the course, to the gym and in front of his elite gaming setup.
Jake Knapp Bio
- Originally from Costa Mesa, CA
- Currently resides in Scottsdale, AZ
- Played college golf at UCLA
- Turned pro in 2016
- 3x winner on PGA Tour Canada
- Worked as a security guard at a nightclub from 2021-2022 to support his golfing aspirations
- Earned his PGA Tour card for 2024 by finishing 13th on the Korn Ferry Tour points list in 2023
- Won his first PGA Tour victory at the 2024 Mexico Open, finishing with a 19-under 265
- Huge Anaheim Ducks fan
- Very good at Call of Duty
