Former Tide Golfer Nick Dunlap Wins PGA Rookie Of The Year

TUSCALOOSA, AL — The PGA TOUR announced Thursday that former University of Alabama golfer Nick Dunlap has been named the 2024 Arnold Palmer Award Rookie of the Year.

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Tour officials presented Dunlap with the prestigious honor at the Crimson Reserve, Alabama’s new practice facility, with the 20-year-old becoming the first golfer in program history to win the award.

“This has been an unforgettable year, and to be honored with the Arnold Palmer Award is truly special,” Dunlap said. “I’m grateful for the support from my family, my coaches at Alabama, and everyone who has been part of this journey.”

Dunlap played in 23 events, earning two wins, four top-10 finishes and seven top-25 results.

Dunlap's first victory came as an amateur at The American Express — becoming the first player in more than 30 years to win a TOUR event as an amateur.

His second win came at the Barracuda Championship, where he finished with four consecutive rounds in the 60s, including a 9-under par 62 in the final round to claim the title.

Dunlap’s season also included a tie for 10th at the Rocket Mortgage Classic and a fifth-place finish at the FedEx St. Jude Championship.

Dunlap also finished 49th in the FedExCup standings and earned nearly $3 million in prize money, despite not earning the 500 FedExCup points for his victory at The American Express due to his amateur status.

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