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Jackson Koivun announces turn to professional golf after NCAA Championship win

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 12, 2026, 12:59 PM

Last updated Jun 12, 2026

Jackson Koivun announces turn to professional golf after NCAA Championship win

Summary

Jackson Koivun, 21, confirmed his decision to turn professional nine days after leading Auburn to its second NCAA Championship. Koivun, the top-ranked amateur golfer, is bypassing his final year of college eligibility and will activate his PGA Tour card after competing in the U.S. Open next week. This decision follows a lengthy deliberation period and marks the culmination of a successful collegiate career, including 11 victories. His move to the professional ranks places him among the most anticipated golfing prospects in recent years.

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By the Numbers

•Koivun intends to turn professional after the U.S. Open next week.
•He led Auburn to its second NCAA Championship in three years.
•Koivun has won 11 tournaments during his collegiate career.
•He is the third golfer to complete PGA Tour University’s Accelerated program.
•Koivun is regarded as a top prospect, drawing comparisons to Jon Rahm and Tiger Woods.

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12:59 PMYahoo Sports — When it comes to desire to be No. 1, Tour's next prodigy Jackson Koivun has never been quiet

What they're saying

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Nine days after leading Auburn to its second NCAA Championship, Koivun, 21, revealed to the world that he intends to turn professional and bypass his final year of college eligiblity. It's a decision over a year in the making and a dream that's been around much longer.
— Yahoo Sports

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